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Master Class is the industry's top networking and training event, designed to help real estate professionals level-up their business and become top producers in their market. Through carefully crafted sessions, attendees will be immersed in advanced business, marketing and sales strategies as well as professional growth content delivered by industry legend Brian Buffini and a lineup of powerhouse guest speakers. We invite you to join thousands from across North America for this opportunity to learn from the best, connect and exchange ideas and as a result – grow your business.

The FSU Real Estate Center will host the 30th Real Estate TRENDS Conference on Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7, 2024. Get excited for this distinctive event, space is limited to approximately 700 guests, and is expected to sell out!

The FSU Real Estate TRENDS Conference is a world-class business forum organized to highlight the emerging trends and conditions facing the real estate industry and to discuss conditions affecting national, regional and local markets. The conference consistently brings together experts from across the country with the goal of informing, challenging and inspiring its attendees.

The conference committee, chaired by Brian Borland, Managing Director, Wood Partners, promises to continue the tradition of organizing one of the nation's finest university-based real estate conferences.

The feature speakers for the 2023 conference included Jeb Bush, Chairman, Finback Investment Partners, Coral Gables, Fla.; Roger Morales, Head of Commercial Real Estate Acquisitions, KKR, New York, N.Y.; Kevin Murphy, President, Publix Super Markets, Inc., Lakeland, Fla.; Bridgid O'Connor, Vice President of Real Estate Strategy & Operations, Publix Super Markets, Lakeland, Fla.; Andrew Rosivach, Managing Director, Wolfe Research, New York City, N.Y., and John Thrasher, President Emeritus, Florida State University, The Southern Group.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your real estate investing journey, BiggerPockets events are your gateway to success. Discover a world of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow at our flagship BPCON conference, local meetups, online courses, and more.

Experience the ultimate real estate event at BPCON2024 in Cancun! Network with industry influencers and thousands of fellow investors, dive into top-notch content, and witness deals being made in the corridors. But this year, it's not just about business - it's an immersive, all-inclusive getaway. Secure your spot today!

Cultivate is an annual event for senior leadership that focuses on solving industry challenges amongst peers and leaders in a retreat-style experience.

The Cultivate program is designed by rental housing industry leaders to be an inclusive, peer-to-peer experience for senior leaders, focused on exploring people strategy.

All members are welcome to attend ADVANCE! a captivating educational and networking experience Powered by MAR YPN (Young Professionals Network). Get ready to elevate your skills and thrive in today's ever-evolving real estate industry. ADVANCE! has been approved for 7CE's.

We're delighted to introduce Heather "Sunshine" Haase, a digital marketing, branding, and personal development expert. Heather's dynamic presentations promise to ignite your creativity, enhance your communication skills, and revolutionize your online engagement.

And that's not all! Joining us is Amanda Lott, a member of the NAR YPN Advisory Board. Amanda will share invaluable insights into achieving work-life balance while optimizing business efficiency in her engaging presentation.

We can’t wait to walk the exhibit hall floor with you, party it up at our after-hours event and forge meaningful, career building relationships with thousands of real estate pros from across the state. This can’t-miss three-day event is packed with FUN, educational, and interactive experiences to help you stay ahead in your business. Whether you’re an industry veteran or brand-new agent, REimagine! is packed with timely, relevant information you need right now. Learn valuable strategies from CEOs, thought leaders and subject matter experts, dig into hot topics, and talk about the biggest industry challenges and opportunities, and find hundreds of valuable takeaways to strengthen and grow your business.

"Check out all the fun from REimagine! 2023 and get ready for the next REimagine! Conference & Expo in Long Beach, CA from Sept. 24-26, 2024. We can’t wait to walk the exhibit hall floor with you, party it up at our after-hours event and forge meaningful, career building relationships with thousands of real estate pros from across the state. This can’t-miss three-day event is packed with FUN, educational, and interactive experiences to help you stay ahead in your business. Whether you’re an industry veteran or brand-new agent, REimagine! is packed with timely, relevant information you need right now. Learn valuable strategies from CEOs, thought leaders and subject matter experts, dig into hot topics, and talk about the biggest industry challenges and opportunities, and find hundreds of valuable takeaways to strengthen and grow your business.

Get ready to make new connections, engage with expert speakers, meet with exhibitors full of business solutions at REimagine! Conference & Expo next September!"

Networking
Strong connections lead to sharing ideas, solutions, and capital.

Relationships developed or strengthened at the NIC Fall Conference can help leaders meet emerging challenges and enhance housing and care for America’s older adults. Senior-level executives represent more than 70% of conference attendees, meaning ‘the NIC’ provides unparalleled opportunities to meet and engage with decision-makers. NIC’s Fall Conference provides unmatched access to the decision-makers among investors and operators.

Whether you’re in management, leasing, marketing or maintenance, if you love working in rental housing, you belong at Apartmentalize. Come find your people in the City of Brotherly Love—connect with colleagues, share ideas, discover solutions and go home with renewed passion for your career.

From Tom Ferry, the No. 1 name in real estate coaching and training for over a decade…
Sales master Jeff Mays leads a fully reimagined 1-day event designed to turbo-charge your conversion rate in 2024.
Getting conversions shouldn’t be a unique struggle every time. When you know the exact words to address the concerns of consumers, it should be effortless.

How NAR Leads Real Estate From Washington, D.C. (Part 2)
Why RPAC Matters
The REALTOR® Party
How NAR Works With Lobbyists and Congress
How Members Can Build Relationships With Congress
Presentation Skills Workshop
“Under all is the land. Upon its wise utilization and widely allocated ownership depend the survival and growth of free institutions and of our civilization."
—Preamble, REALTOR® Code of Ethics

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) prides itself on advocating for home ownership and the rights of homeowners. In this session, leadership academy participants are exposed to how NAR utilizes its resources in Washington, D.C. to advocate for homeownership and REALTORS®.

Participants will have access and information to the inner workings of REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) and the REALTOR® Party; a bi-partisan political advocacy group. There will also be exposure to effective lobbying techniques and how to best represent issues concerning real estate to Congress.

"To facilitate and improve the housing market strategic areas across California"
Join us to create Homes, Health, and Wealth for ALL Californians at the Housing California Annual Conference. Stay connected with fellow attendees and view event information using the Whova app.

In times of uncertainty, we understand the importance of not just surviving but thriving. At this flagship event, we are committed to helping you navigate the challenges of today and prepare for the opportunities of tomorrow.

Learn from industry experts, network with peers, and connect with trailblazers who defy market trends. Gain insights into the latest innovations, technologies, and business models that are shaping the future of real estate.

Our agenda is packed with workshops, discussions, and valuable takeaways. Join us and bet big on your next chapter.

Every year, the Florida Real Estate Trends summit gives Realtors the insight they need to prepare for the coming year. On Thursday, January 19, 2023, you can attend the event live at the Florida Realtors® Mid-Winter Business Meetings or virtually from the comfort of your office/home.

The Florida Realtors® Mid-Winter Business Meetings enable members to collectively share ideas and make decisions that further the goals of Florida Realtors and the Florida real estate industry. This annual event also celebrates the incoming leadership team with a gala Inaugural Ball and other networking events.

In this session participants will be introduced to NAR’s Leadership Academy and learn its history. An overview of the class will discuss NAR Leadership Academy sessions, the Capstone Project, committee application processes, expectations/responsibilities, and class outcomes.

Participants will engage with key staff in NAR’s Washington, D.C. office to discuss how NAR leads the real estate industry from Washington, D.C. and the importance of a “members first” mentality when proposing national initiatives. Additional topics and speakers regarding NAR’s role on the Hill will be included in the May Session: How NAR Leads Real Estate from Washington, D.C. (Part 2).

Florida Realtors® 2024 Great American Realtor Days is scheduled for January 9-11.

Legislator visits are scheduled by local association Key Contacts, who are the direct link to local legislators. Key Contacts should notify the Florida Realtors Office of Public Policy at 850-224-1400, or email amyg@floridarealtors.org, as soon as an appointment has been scheduled.

Introducing Sales & Marketing Edge – Real Estate’s Most Relevant Training for 2023.
Over the course of three jam-packed days, presenters Jason Pantana and Jeff Mays will “tag team” the following topics – and more! – from both a marketing and sales perspective:

How to make your Past Clients/Center of Influence your true “bread and butter”
Geographic Farming that really works!
Nurturing & Converting Leads
Generating more opportunities with Paid Ads
Strengthening your Listing & Buyer Presentations
Social Media & Video Marketing
Reserve your spot today!

Looking to expand your real estate portfolio and network with like-minded investors? Look no further than Mainstay Property Group's upcoming real estate networking event in Indianapolis: The Mainstay Investor Symposium!

For the fifth year in a row, we're bringing together investors from all over the country to connect, learn, and grow their portfolios. And this year, we're excited to announce that we're opening up the event to in-state investors and real estate professionals for the first time ever!

Over the course of the weekend, you'll have the chance to meet with dozens of vendors and experts in the industry, including lenders, property managers, and more. You'll also get to attend a variety of informative sessions and workshops on everything from market trends to property management best practices.

But perhaps most importantly, you'll have the chance to connect with other investors who share your passion for real estate. Whether you're just starting out or you've been in the game for years, you'll find plenty of opportunities to build new relationships and learn from others' experiences.

So why should you come to Indianapolis for this event? With the most vendors we've ever had, and a new focus on connecting with local investors, this is the perfect chance to take your real estate game to the next level. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and grow - register for The Mainstay Investor Symposium today!

The 2023 Design-Build Conference & Expo is must for both private and public Owners hoping to harness the value of design-build. DBIA’s Owners-Only Forum and networking luncheon are among our most popular events. Owners can also qualify for DBIA scholarships to defray your costs.

Introducing Sales & Marketing Edge – Real Estate’s Most Relevant Training for 2023.
Over the course of three jam-packed days, presenters Jason Pantana and Jeff Mays will “tag team” the following topics – and more! – from both a marketing and sales perspective:

How to make your Past Clients/Center of Influence your true “bread and butter”
Geographic Farming that really works!
Nurturing & Converting Leads
Generating more opportunities with Paid Ads
Strengthening your Listing & Buyer Presentations
Social Media & Video Marketing
Reserve your spot today!

Introducing Sales & Marketing Edge – Real Estate’s Most Relevant Training for 2023.
Over the course of three jam-packed days, presenters Jason Pantana and Jeff Mays will “tag team” the following topics – and more! – from both a marketing and sales perspective:

How to make your Past Clients/Center of Influence your true “bread and butter”
Geographic Farming that really works!
Nurturing & Converting Leads
Generating more opportunities with Paid Ads
Strengthening your Listing & Buyer Presentations
Social Media & Video Marketing
Reserve your spot today!

C5 Summit is the ultimate commercial real estate event where attendees quickly connect with other leaders, stakeholders, and potential partners; engage in productive commerce and source capital; and, help redefine what community means through the partnerships they forge.

Network with influential leaders, build relationships with key decision-makers, learn about the latest trends, and start negotiating deals all at one centralized event. September 28-30, 2023.

The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance was launched in June 2020 by leading members of the real estate industry. Influential real estate professionals and allies joined with other members of the LGBTQ+ community to create a new voice in real estate.

The Alliance began accepting members from a wide range of professionals in the real estate and housing industries starting October 2020. There are currently more than 3,100 active people on the organization’s Facebook page.

Founded as a Minnesota non-profit corporation, The Alliance received its 501(c)6 IRS approval on June 23, 2020. The Alliance is dedicated to enhancing the professional lives of our members while providing consumers with the proper resources to assist in buying, selling, and enjoying their home.

Homeownership is a financial investment that allows people to build equity, generational stability and wealth. It also builds neighborhood stability, economic opportunity and educational achievement. But for too long the promise of homeownership and all that it can mean hasn’t been available to all Americans equally.

Welcome to Sales & Marketing Edge 2023
To succeed at a high level in real estate, you need…
1. Robust marketing and lead generation systems that keep your pipeline full
2. The sales skills to connect with and nurture those faceless “leads” into satisfied clients

That’s why for 2023, we’ve reimagined two of our all-time most-attended events – Marketing Edge and Sales Edge – into one, combined powerhouse designed to seamlessly integrate your marketing and sales efforts for maximum impact.

Introducing Sales & Marketing Edge – Real Estate’s Most Relevant Training for 2023.
Over the course of three jam-packed days, presenters Jason Pantana and Jeff Mays will “tag team” the following topics – and more! – from both a marketing and sales perspective:

How to make your Past Clients/Center of Influence your true “bread and butter”
Geographic Farming that really works!
Nurturing & Converting Leads
Generating more opportunities with Paid Ads
Strengthening your Listing & Buyer Presentations
Social Media & Video Marketing
Reserve your spot today!

Join the industry’s most powerful leaders for this renowned educational and networking event on Sept. 5 – 7, 2023 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

With more than 25 presentations and panel discussions featuring over 120 industry leaders sharing their perspectives and insights on how to stay competitive and profitable, RISMedia’s 35th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange is a can’t-miss event for residential real estate.

In conjunction with the 2023 CEO & Leadership Exchange, RISMedia will celebrate and honor its 2023 Real Estate Newsmakers and Hall of Fame inductees during the Newsmakers Reception & Dinner on Sept. 6, 2023.

2023 Early Bird Ticket includes all pre-event and general sessions, networking receptions (2), breakfast (2), lunch (2) and Newsmakers Dinner.

At the fourth annual iOi (Innovation. Opportunity. Investment.) Summit, approximately 600 PropTech leaders and futurists, investors, and forward-thinking real estate professionals are coming together to fuel the future of the industry. iOi is the synergistic setting where real estate investors and innovators converge to catalyze, cultivate, and champion the most impactful ideas that will disrupt the status quo, advance industry trends, boost business, and address the “what if” of the future.

The world around you might seem harder than ever – low inventory, high interest rates, uncertainty in the market. But by showing up here, you’re demonstrating your commitment to succeeding despite these market challenges.
Now’s the time to lean in. Follow our path – learn the strategies that are working that you can implement now, and when the market turns again, you’ll have found the way to put yourself head and shoulders above the competition.

Success strategies from top industry leaders, the latest in high-tech devices and a chance to network with other real estate professionals: That’s what the Florida Realtors® Convention & Trade Expo offers – opportunities to boost business and the bottom line.

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2023 Speaker Submission Application Window is Closed
Speaker submissions are taken from October 1 through November 15 for the coming year.
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The 2023 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo is scheduled for August 16-17 at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando. Registration opens in mid-April.

There’s something for everyone at this annual event. Anyone who’s connected to the business of real estate has something to gain and learn by attending this event. Real estate isn’t just about selling properties; it’s about connecting so that business is better for all. Many of the attendees are sales associates and brokers. In the mix, you’ll also find:

Property managers
Commercial and residential investors
Auction specialists
Banking executives
Mortgage lenders
Property appraisers
Rental and relocation experts
International liaisons who work with global customers daily
Anyone who’s connected to the business of real estate has something to gain and learn by attending this event. Real estate isn’t just about selling properties; it’s about connecting so that business is better for all.

This year’s Mega Agent Camp will focus on one mission — creating more real estate millionaires than the industry has ever seen! If you’re hungry to reach (or exceed) the seven-figure club, join us in Austin, Texas, from August 15-16 to experience the training, networking, and culture that make Keller Williams the company where entrepreneurs thrive.

We're switching things up this year and adding a two day event for agents Aug 10-11! Join us for a hands-on experience with actionable items you can leave with to help your business grow.

We're Back and better than ever!! Join us Aug 11-12 for a hands-on experience where we'll take a dive deep into your business and set you up for success! Whether it's Growth, Productivity, Profitability or Retention you need...we've got you covered!




We can't wait to see you there!

RealWorld delivers a powerful blend of educational content, professional development, and networking opportunities for multifamily professionals in the rental housing industry. Discover new solutions for successful property management, meet with peers, industry leaders and RealPage solutions experts, exchange ideas and have fun!

The Government Affairs Directors’ Institute (GAD Institute) is an annual professional development conference for state and local real estate association professionals who provide guidance to and work for associations in the areas of government affairs, political affairs, legislative or regulatory affairs, lobbying, advocacy, RPAC fundraising, campaigns, community outreach and/or all REALTOR® Party initiatives.

The Awesome Females in Real Estate Conference will once again be held in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona – and our goal is to light your fire within. Join us for three inspiration-packed days with some of the top women leaders in real estate. This conference is sure to re-ignite your spark!

Three Days Designed for Renewing YOU!
Being an entrepreneur has its challenges, and when you add in the unique issues that women face while running their business, it’s easy to understand why the burn-out levels are so high. Most women are juggling their career, raising kids, maintaining their home, caring for elderly parents, volunteering, being active in their community … the list goes on and on. And somehow, you need to find time to recharge your batteries and take care of YOU. Some days there just aren’t enough hours to get it all done!

We get it! The Awesome Females in Real Estate Conference brings together the industry’s best women thought leaders in a relaxing, intimate setting to focus on the latest trends in real estate, help you build new relationships, and most importantly, spend time with your “tribe” in an uplifting, nurturing, and fun environment. You’ll leave the conference with new friends, and renewed energy and purpose.

Looking for an opportunity to learn about the money and real estate market? The MoRE 2.0 (Money & Real Estate) Conference is perfect for you! Hear from some of the best and brightest in the industry as they review current trends and share insights. Whether you're looking to become a successful broker, boost your brand's reputation, exhibit your ideas, avoid fraud/scams, or get up-to-date advice on managing finances and assets, this conference will give you everything you need. So don't miss out - register today and be part of the conversation at MoRE 2.0 Conference, scheduled to take place at the Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, USA (July 10-12, 2023)!

The MoRE 2.0 (Money & Real Estate) Conference is designed to bring together leading finance and real estate professionals to share insights and strategies to navigate the current economic landscape best. This finance and real estate conference reviews key topics such as investment banking, avoiding fraud and scam offenses, commercial banking, real estate market analysis, spam in mortgage finance, risk management, and many more. Apart from learning and networking, you can exhibit your solutions before global leaders and boost your brand awareness as a sponsor. This is your chance to explore the world of finance and real estate!
The three-day event will take place at the Holiday Inn, Dubai Festival City, in Dubai, UAE (June 19-21, 2023).

What a difference a year makes. Success might look different, but it’s out there for those willing to work for it. That’s why 2023’s Gathering of Eagles will focus on “Forging Opportunities” — a chance for industry leaders to take a proactive approach to continually move the needle in their businesses and the real estate industry at large.

Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation’s top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what’s next in our industry.

Master Class is a Buffini & Company event designed to help real estate professionals become better business owners. Through carefully crafted sessions, attendees will be immersed in next-level business strategies and personal growth content delivered by industry legend Brian Buffini and powerhouse guest speakers. At the industry's top networking and training event, you'll get the opportunity to learn from the best, connect and exchange ideas and as a result – grow your business.

Where ULI members come together to shape the built environment

Spring Meeting May 16-18, 2023 in Toronto

Valuable Connections

Meet colleagues and potential partners during networking events, interactive sessions, roundtable discussions, and small group tours. The Latest Ideas and Insights.

Engage in Q&A sessions and small group discussions on the forces shaping our industry. Find out what’s next for infrastructure, technology, housing, public/private partnerships, mixed-use development, and so much more.

Unparalleled Speakers

World-renowned industry leaders will share their insights on topics ranging from capital markets and post-pandemic impacts to social equity and sustainability.

Exclusive Tours

Explore award-winning projects from Toronto through exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours, and talk with the project partners who developed them.

How NAR Leads Real Estate From Washington, D.C. (Part 2)

Why RPAC Matters
The REALTOR® Party
How NAR Works With Lobbyists and Congress
How Members Can Build Relationships With Congress
“Under all is the land. Upon its wise utilization and widely allocated ownership depend the survival and growth of free institutions and of our civilization."
—Preamble, REALTOR® Code of Ethics

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) prides itself on advocating for home ownership and the rights of homeowners. In this session, leadership academy participants are exposed to how NAR utilizes its resources in Washington, D.C. to advocate for homeownership and REALTORS®.

Participants will have access and information to the inner workings of REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) and the REALTOR® Party; a bi-partisan political advocacy group. There will also be exposure to effective lobbying techniques and how to best represent issues concerning real estate to Congress.

Michael LaFido is a real estate consultant and top-producing Realtor with over twenty years of experience in the real estate industry. Michael’s marketing has been the featured cover story in Crain’s Chicago Business and highlighted in Forbes and FOX News Chicago Business Hour. He is also the author of the books “Luxury Listing Specialist”, “Outside The Box”, and “Marketing Luxury”.

Throughout his career, Michael learned the importance of high-caliber marketing versus “traditional marketing”, which has become pivotal to his success. Over the past twenty years, LaFido and his team have developed a method that takes a more comprehensive, and proactive approach when positioning and marketing a home.

Michael, the founder of the Marketing Luxury Group, assisting other real estate agents, brokers, and affluent home-owners by providing top-tier services including consulting, lifestyle marketing, public relations and coaching to help agents and owners sell their luxury homes; utilizing proven and innovative strategies. The Marketing Luxury Group has been recognized as the ‘Best Property Consulting/Marketing’ by the International Property Awards.

Michael has created the nationally recognized luxury designation for real estate agents which is known as Luxury Listing Specialist (LUXE). This designation establishes an in-depth and detailed set of standards for agents that represent luxury homes and is currently offered for Continuing Education (CE) for real estate agents in Texas and Georgia. The trainings are based on the same principles Michael outlines in his book, “Luxury Listing Specialist” that he teaches to agents across the world.

Michael was awarded the 2019 MVP (Most Valued Partner) by “Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate” (www.LuxuryRealEstate.com) Many agents within the industry are calling Michael’s methods “The New Standard” for marketing luxury homes today.

Location:
Naples Area Board of REALTORS
1455 Pine Ridge Rd
Naples, FL 34109

Mark your calendar as IMN's 10thAnnual Real Estate CFO & COO Forum (West) will take place in Dana Point, CA, May 2-3, 2023.

Every year, the forum provides unrivaled opportunities for attendees to participate in educational sessions focused on the latest trends in accounting, regulations and technology, and also in hours of built-in networking opportunities for forging those critical business connections.

The 2023 conference will again gather a delegation of CFOs, COOs, Tax & Accounting Officers, Controllers, Treasurers and more for a day and a half program packed with insights from within real estate developers, lenders, REITs, and operating companies.

An excellent opportunity to earn CPE Credits when you attend select sessions.

We look forward to welcoming you to Dana Point this Spring!