The 2012 REALTORS® Conference & Expo will be held in Orlando, Florida. This year’s theme is DISCOVER YOUR MAGIC, and indeed, this year’s Conference & Expo will help REALTORS® discover the magic that they possess that will help them take their business to the next level.
20,000 members and guests are expected to attend this year’s event. Remember, it takes only one referral to pay for the REALTORS® Conference & Expo!
Call CREBA for details 373-2271-75 or email crebanar@yahoo.com
1. NFERENCE &
CO ®
EX
RS PO
O
T
AL
RE
12
-1 20
2,
OR 9
LAN ER
DO • NOVEMB
Turn
the page
to learn how
this year’s conference
will help you
Register before August 15 to save! unlock your magic.
Connect with us and thousands of
REALTORS® who will be in Orlando at:
twitter.com/narannual facebook.com/narannual
2. How do you find the drive to be the absolute best
2, 2012
real estate pro you can be? Where do you find the
inspiration to sell more, make more money and achieve
more in your career than you ever thought possible?
R 9-1
How do you create new connections in the industry that
can last a lifetime? The answer is the 2012 REALTORS®
Conference & Expo. It’s the one place where education
BE
meets fun, motivation runs rampant and networking
M
opportunities are everywhere you turn.
VE
Make plans to join us in Orlando, November 9-12. It’s a great investment in your career. Just ask the
O
N REALTORS® who come to the conference: attendees had a median annual income of $75,000—compared
• to the average REALTOR® income of $34,100.* So come discover your magic, and spark your success.
DO
AN * tatistics derived from 2010 NAR Member Profile and 2011 REALTORS® Conference Expo demographic profile.
S
ORL
“ y first experience was enjoyable and educational; well worth the investment in time
M
and money. In addition to over 20 pages of notes, I had numerous ‘take-away ideas’
that will be beneficial to me and other agents at my company. ”
– im Hillsman, Vice President, Sales, REALTOR,® Skye Bruce Properties, Glen Allen, VA
J
Discover new secrets for success.
100 Education Sessions Entrepreneurial Excellence Sessions
Friday, November 9–Monday, November 12 Friday, November 9, 10:45am–11:45am
No other real estate conference offers a more extensive learning and 2:00pm–3:00pm
experience for brokers and agents at any level of experience. You
Sally Hogshead, Author of FASCINATE
won’t get a sales pitch in these content-driven sessions!
What does it take to be fascinating? Sally
What you will get: Hogshead will help you identify your top two
personality triggers and how to use them in a
• The largest selection of nationally recognized trainers and industry
way that captivates others in just 9 seconds.
experts all in one location, who will teach you things like how to convert
fence sitters into sellers, buyers or renters Attendees will be encouraged to complete the
online “your {f} score” (f = fascination) prior
• “How To” tips you can put to work right away, such as
to attending, as the high-level composite of
negotiating strategies these scores will be used to shape part of the
• Latest industry innovations to set you apart from your competition
presentation. And you’ll be able to experiment
with your new “9 second introduction” as you
• Ideas for how to expand your business into new specialty areas
meet people during the conference.
or increase office productivity
• Motivating professional development programs to re-energize you
• Valuable insights on industry trends and national real estate issues
Sunday, November 11, 1:30pm–
like financing and investing 3:00pm
Disney Institute: Inspiration
• Secrets from top performing brokers and agents around the U.S.
and the world; simultaneous translation of several sessions into French, to Innovation
Portuguese and Spanish will be available Explore the processes used by the acclaimed Walt Disney “Imagineers,”
Visit www.REALTOR.org/Conference throughout the summer to view who bring creative ideas to life across Disney destinations. You’ll leave
the expanding lineup of sessions and speakers. with ideas on how to increase creativity and innovation in your own
organization—giving you the keys to success in the rapidly changing
21st century.
Take it from an attendee; this is a session where you’ll want to be:
Session Audio Recordings Included with Full
“The Disney series reminds us that we are there for the people. This
Conference Registration.
class is a fun and courteous reminder.”
Register for the full conference, and you can download 100+ hours
of education session recordings at no additional cost, courtesy of Conference Sessions: Tech Camps
our sponsor Bank of America. Monday, November 12, 9:00am–1:30pm
Back by popular demand, we’re offering updated presentations on Microsoft®
Sponsored by: Outlook, WordPress, video production, and Google. Content of these
sessions is designed to increase your productive use of these technologies
to enhance the real estate transaction.
SAVE WITH THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! SIGN UP BY AUGUST 15.
3. “ ith all the networking opportunities and new ideas and
W
tools at the expo, I will be able to implement a bunch of
them into my business to produce more income for me! ”
– rian Ledoux, Broker/Owner, Royal LePage Westwin Realty,
B
Kamloops, British Columbia
Uncover new solutions…
REALTORS® Expo …and new contacts.
Explore the largest trade show floor in real estate, where 400 exhibitors Throughout the Conference Expo, there are a number of
are on hand with innovations and ideas to help you get the results you opportunities for you to share ideas and build your referral network
want. Shop products for your home and mobile offices, services to with successful
help your business run more smoothly, applications to increase your brokers and agents
productivity, and tools to help you make more money. View the growing from around the
list of expo exhibitors at www.REALTOR.org/Conference. country and world,
including these
special events…
Inaugural Celebration*
“ he REALTORS® Expo discounts alone will more than pay for
T
Thursday, November 8, 6:30pm–11:00pm
your registration fee. What a great opportunity to learn about
new technology and tools to build your business! ” Join your colleagues for this special night of music,
– indy Fox-Griffey, Broker/Owner, Real Living Now Real Estate,
C dancing, dinner and the installation of your 2013
St. Charles, MO President, Gary Thomas (Villa Park, CA), and the
2013 NAR Leadership.
Cash In Win!
You could be one of five lucky REALTORS® Expo attendees to win
$1,000 in cash, just for visiting designated exhibitors at the show. REALTORS® Expo Grand Opening
NEW TIME! Friday, November 9, 3:00pm–6:00pm
Sponsored by:
Enjoy live music and complimentary drinks while
networking with peers and exhibitors in the
Grand Opening’s casual atmosphere.
Expo Pavilions Sponsored by:
Expo Pavilions are special areas
on the show floor according to
business specialty. They make Young Professionals Networking Event*
it easy to find and network Friday, November 9
with professionals like you. Mix and mingle with young real
Check out the Innovation Open estate pros from across the
House, International 2nd Home country at the annual Young
Resort Pavilion, Commercial Professionals Networking Event.
Block, and Green Pavilion. And, don’t forget to visit the REALTOR® Catch up with old friends, make
Pavilion for all the ways your association can assist you in new contacts, and meet your
your business. online connections.
Grand Prize Drawing
One lucky REALTOR® will win the International Night Out
Grand Prize—a fabulous 2013 Awards Ceremony*
Chrysler 300C. Saturday, November 10, 7:00pm–12:00am
Sponsored by:
Join colleagues from all around the world for our gala evening. The CIPS
Chrysler is the Official Automobile Manufacturer Awards Ceremony will be followed by a reception, dinner, and dancing
of the National Association of REALTORS.® to live music to cap off this lively black-tie evening.
*Indicates a ticketed event. Tickets go on sale August 1.
www.REALTOR.org/Conference | 800-650-6893 (US Canada) | 847-996-5876 (INT’L)
5. REGISTER Choose the all-inclusive full conference
package, or any of our other options to How to register
TODAY
fit your needs, budget, schedule, time ONLINE:
and interest. Make sure to register by www.REALTOR.org/Conference
August 15 to take advantage of the
early bird rate. PHONE: S/CAN 800-650-6893
U
Outside US/CAN 847-996-5876
Registration Questions:
NAR@EXPERIENT-INC.com
Other Conference Questions:
Registration fees convinfo@REALTORS.org
Expo Education REALTORS® Night Out General Session Inspirational Service REALTORS®
Access Sessions at Universal’s Islands featuring featuring Celebrity Concert
(Friday through (Friday through of Adventure® Afterburner, Inc. Major Dan Rooney featuring Glenn Frey
Monday) Monday) (Friday night) (Saturday afternoon) (Sunday morning) and Joe Walsh
(Sunday night)
FULL CONFERENCE MEMBER
BEST
VALUE $370 if registered by 8/15/12
$400 if registered after 8/15/12
FULL CONFERENCE NON-MEMBER
$470 if registered by 8/15/12
$500 if registered after 8/15/12
SPOUSE/GUEST*
$270 if registered by 8/15/12
$300 if registered after 8/15/12
ONE-DAY Attend all sessions on Friday One Day Saturday One Day Sunday One Day Sunday One Day
$170 one day of your choice. registrants can attend this event. registrants can attend this event. registrants can attend this event. registrants can attend this event.
NEW! SESSION + EXPO Attend one session on
$50 one day of your choice.
EXPO ONLY
$25
* NAR members must register spouses/guests. Guest registration includes four Fun Bucks that can be redeemed for NAR-organized tours and theme park attraction tickets.
NEW: Session + Expo registration option. Attend one conference education session of your choice, plus, get access to the expo on all four days!
Affordable travel hotel options
Conference hotels
Hotel rates start at just $69 per night! View room rates at www.REALTOR.org/Conference.
Headquarter Hotels General Housing
1 The Peabody Orlando (NAR) 6 Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
2 Rosen Centre Hotel (NAR) 7 Days Inn Convention Center/
3 Hilton Orlando (WCR) International Drive
4 Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld 8 Holiday Inn Resort Orlando—The Castle
(CRB/CRS) 9 Hampton Inn Orlando International Drive/
5 Rosen Plaza Convention Center
(RLI, REBAC, International) 10 Courtyard by Marriott International Drive/
Convention Center
Airline discounts 11 Homewood Suites by Hilton—
International Drive near Universal
Save on conference airfare by using
NAR’s Official Airline, United Airlines. 12 The Westin Imagine Orlando Shuttle service will be provided between the conference hotels
and the Orange County Convention Center.
NAR also offers discounted airfare with
Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
Visit www.REALTOR.org/Conference
for special promo codes from our
airline partners.
www.REALTOR.org/Conference | 800-650-6893 (US Canada) | 847-996-5876 (INT’L)
6. Photo courtesy of Visit Orlando.
“stay ahead by being fully informed on issues affecting our market and by
I
having innovative new products and ideas at my disposal. What I take away
from these conferences makes me stand out as the strong, knowledgeable
professional that every client wants. ”
– nne Meczywor, Broker/Associate, Roberts Associates Realty Inc., Lenox, MA
A
NOV 9-12, 2012
REALTORS®
®
Conference Expo “t’s a valuable part of my continued professional development. The educational
I
sessions provide valuable information from recognized leaders and experts
in the industry, and the expo is the best way to discover new products and
Register at services. Overall, the entire experience energizes me. ”
www.REALTOR.org/Conference – onn Roebke, REALTOR, Illustrated Properties, Wellington, FL
D ®
by August 15 to save!
2012 Conference Expo
Schedule At A Glance (Tentative)
Pre-Conference Activities: Orlando: Open for business…
Wednesday, Nov. 7 From world-class accommodations at new and renovated hotels to top restaurants and
• REALTORS® Volunteer Build* prime shopping at Pointe Orlando, this exciting destination isn’t just for kids. Orlando is
Thursday, Nov. 8 an incredibly stimulating business environment and the perfect playground for adults.
• REALTORS® 5K Run/Walk* The best part? Everything is just steps from the convention center.
• Real Estate BarCamp
• Inaugural Celebration*
Conference Events:
…and pleasure
Friday, Nov. 9 Roll your business trip into a family vacation. With a long list of world famous theme
• Conference Sessions parks and attractions, Orlando is a great opportunity to combine work and pleasure.
• REALTORS® Expo Grand A variety of NAR-organized tours will be available, so bring your family and friends.
O
pening at 3:00pm
This year’s tours may include:
• oung Professionals
Y
Networking Event*
• ildlife Preserve Florida Coach Safari
W • Ageless Airboat Adventure/Tosohatchee
• REALTORS® Night Out at
Universal’s Islands of Adventure® • Sunset Gator Hunt and Dinner • Animal Kingdom’s Wild by Design
Saturday, Nov. 10 • Kennedy Space Center • And many more!
• Conference Sessions
• REALTORS® Expo Sign up family and friends for a guest registration, and they’ll receive Fun Bucks to
• General Session purchase tour and attraction tickets of their choice. Sign up for tours starts August 1.
• nternational Night Out
I
Awards Ceremony*
Photos courtesy of Visit Orlando.
Sunday, Nov. 11
• nspirational Breakfast*
I
and Program
• Conference Sessions
• REALTORS® Expo
• REALTORS® Got Talent
Show and Celebrity Concert
Monday, Nov. 12
• Conference Sessions
- Technology Camps
• REALTORS® Expo
* Indicates a ticketed event or advance sign up