Henry W Poburka
Real Estate Agent (Responsible Broker (Employing))
Colorado Springs CO

**Henry**
**Broker, The Platinum Group Realtors**
**2009 - Present**
**Broker, RE/MAX Real Estate Group**
**1999 - 2009**
**Colonel, United States Air Force (Retired)**
**1973 - 1999**

With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in real estate and a notable military background, Henry brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the industry. As a broker at The Platinum Group Realtors since 2009, [he/she/they] has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence in client service and community engagement. Prior to this role, [he/she/they] served as a broker at RE/MAX Real Estate Group for a decade.

Henry’s military career as a Colonel in the United States Air Force included significant responsibilities such as serving as an F-15 fighter pilot and holding key positions within the Pentagon, including roles with the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the National Security Council. [He/She/They] also served as the Director of Operations and Vice Commander of the 14th Air Force, showcasing [his/her/their] leadership and strategic planning skills.

**Current Leadership Roles**
- Director, National Association of Realtors (NAR), 2015 - Present
- Director, Colorado Association of Realtors (CAR), 2011 - Present
- Director, Pikes Peak Association of Realtors (PPAR), 2008 - Present
- Director, Realtor Services Corporation (PPAR MLS), 2012 - Present
- Member, National Association of Realtors Major Investor Committee
- Board of Trustees, CAR Political Action Committee (CARPAC)
- Chair, Colorado Association of Realtors Political Subcommittee

**Past Leadership Positions**
- Chairman, Pikes Peak Association of Realtors, 2012 - 2013
- Member, National Association of Realtors Finance & Housing Committee, 2015 - 2016
- Member, Legislative Policy Committee, Colorado Association of Realtors
- Vice Chairman, Government Affairs, PPAR
- Director, Political Survival Fund, PPAR
- Participant, Leadership Development Program, PPAR, 2009

**Real Estate Designations**
Henry holds multiple prestigious designations, including:
- Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
- Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB)
- Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI)
- Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR)
- Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)
- Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE)
- Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
- Short Sale Foreclosure Resource (SFR)
- Masters of Real Estate (MRE)
- Military Relocation Professional (MRP)

**Awards and Memberships**
Henry has received numerous accolades, including:
- Realtor of the Year, Pikes Peak Association of Realtors, 2014
- Member, Pikes Peak Commercial Information Exchange
- Member, Southern Colorado Commercial Brokers
- Inductee, RE/MAX Hall of Fame
- Member, Elite 25 Colorado Springs (top 25 realtors referral network)
- Member, Peak Producers (top 100 realtors giving back to the community)
- Coached by Brian Buffini & Company, the nation’s largest coaching firm

**Community Involvement**
Henry has actively contributed to the community through various roles, including:
- Chairman, Board of Trustees, Sunrise Church
- Chairman, Finance Committee, Sunrise Church (3 years)
- Council Member, Sunrise Church (4 years)
- Volunteer, Marion House Soup Kitchen

**Educational Background**
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Virginia Tech
- Master of Science in Systems Management, University of Southern California

**Personal Interests**
In [his/her/their] leisure time, Henry enjoys snowboarding, hunting, fishing, scuba diving, and golfing.

**Family**
Henry is married to Ruth Ann (Swigler) and is a proud parent of four children: Henry III, Jeff, Wes, and William, as well as a grandchild, Henry IV.