Amy Spivey Candidate Profile: MLS Board of Directors
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Amy Spivey Broker/Realtor®
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Related experience
- Years as a Realtor®: 24
- Designations: SFR, Eco
- Primary board membership: Canopy Realtor® Association
Positions, committee service and other activities
- Canopy Realtor® Board of Directors- Elected Member at Large 2025-2026
- Haywood County Board of Realtors®- Community Service Chairperson, Board
- President Canopy Housing Foundation- Western Region Chair
- Fund for Haywood County-Secretary (current)
- Longs Chapel UMC- Leadership Council
- Haywood Habitat for Humanity- 6 year term, 2 years as President
- Altrusa of Haywood County
- Haywood Wrecking Crew (club wrestling)- Fundraising Chair
- Team mom- Tuscola High School Football and Wrestling Teams- This may not seem a
leadership position but organizing parents and coaches is one of the most
challenging leadership positions I have attempted! - Founder of PlottFest- a festival that raised over $100,000 for HeadStart in 5 years
- Project Challenge NC- Board Chair (current)
Affiliation with other associations, professional organizations, civic or community activities, and accomplishments:
I have led two separate groups that have been awarded the Governor’s Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service including the Haywood County Board of Realtors® Community Service Committee. I am a founding and current member of the leadership team that produces the Art of Music, a three day music festival that takes place each December at Lake Junaluska, NC during a week that our Tourism Development Authority designated as the lowest tourism weekend each year. Now every room at the Lake and nearby hotels are sold out and thousands of guests spend their tourism dollars at local shops and eateries while visiting to attend the festival.
Strongest attributes
I am determined and persistent. I am loyal and take my commitments very seriously. I have the ability to overcome obstacles and always try to find the win-win. I have the reputation in our local Realtor® community as being a person that other Realtors® want to work with. And I approach life and business in a friendly manner and try to incorporate humor to ease difficult situations.
Candidate’s definition of leadership
Leadership by example is my motto. I believe a good leader has the ability to inspire others not only with their words but with their actions. A leader must guide others, give clear directions and be able to problem-solve. True leaders must be willing to delegate, empower others and place a spotlight on the team, not the team leader. Having a personality that is warm and kind while also being strong is a key leadership
quality as well.
Candidate’s vision
My vision for the Foundation is to continue to grow the grants program and to launch a successful Innovation Award this year. Another goal is to have at least one Haywood County candidate for the Humanitarian Award. On the MLS/ Association side, I think there is going to be much needed work to overcome the negativity associated with the lawsuits and to educate Realtors on how to share and express their value as the commission debate continues.
A few words from Amy ...
I’ve always believed that strong organizations begin with listening to the people they serve. After more than 20 years in real estate, I understand both the opportunities and the everyday challenges Realtors® face. I value practical solutions, thoughtful collaboration, and making sure every part of our region has a voice. I’d be honored to bring that perspective and commitment to the MLS Board.