Spring Conference Preliminary Schedule

Subject to change

 

Monday, March 10, 2025
CE Class: Deed Fraud: Doin' Dirty Deeds1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

ADRE required 1 hour class for license renewal

 Leslie Banes
Arizona REALTORS® Executive Committee2:00 PM - 5:00 PM   
CE Class: Firewise: WIildfire: Protecting the Public2:10 PM - 3:10 PM

ADRE license renewal requirement.  CE:  1-general

 Liz Hill
CE Class: Water - Oh My!3:20 PM - 4:20 PM

ADRE required license renewal class.  CE:  1-General

 Keri Means
Welcome Reception 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Start off your conference experience through our mix and mingle with real estate pros from around the state. Also, the opportunity to visit this year's vendors.

Palo Verde Ballroom Foyer 
Denim and Diamonds Kick off Party (Ticketed Dinner Event) 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Catch up with old friends, make new contacts while enjoying dancing and dinner. All while dazzling in your diamonds and denim for a chance to win some FUN prizes!  

Palo Verde A/B 
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Conference General Session8:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Karen MacVern (Arizona Commerce Authority)

  • Karen MacVern (Arizona Commerce Authority)
  • Tina Tabour (Cromford Report)
  • Aaron Green (Arizona REALTORS General Counsel)
  • Tim Beaubien (Arizona REALTORS Senior Director, Government Affairs)
  • Phil Sexton

 

 

Palo Verde BallroomPhil Sexton Tina Tamboer Karyn MacVean Aaron Green
Conference Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Ticket for this lunch is included in your Spring Conference registration.

LIVE RAPAC Auction

Palo Verde BallroomTim Beaubien
AE Workshop1:30 PM - 4:20 PM

Open to REALTOR® Association AE's ONLY.

  
BREAKOUT: AI - The Law and the Code1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

Discover the benefits and risks of using AI in marketing, client communications, and transactions, as well as key considerations regarding fair housing laws, data privacy, and professional integrity.

 Torey Gannon Aaron Green
BREAKOUT: Lead Conversion: Leveraging Automation and CRM Tools for Efficiency1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

Learn tips to leverage automation and CRM tools for efficiency.

 Phil Sexton
BREAKOUT: Managing Conversations with Clients1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

Tips to effectively manage conversations with clients by utilizing active listening, clear communication and expectations to build trust, address concerns, and guide clients confidently through the buyer or selling process.

 Shelley Ostrowski Mike Porter
BREAKOUT: New Marketing Strategies1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

In this session, you’ll uncover game-changing marketing secrets, how to craft magnetic property descriptions that speak directly to buyers, turn listing features into irresistible social media teasers. (including use of  ChatGPT)

 Theresa Barnabei
BREAKOUT: 3 C's of Negotiation: Confidence, Compliance and Creativity2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

Learn key negotiation strategies to advocate effectively for your clients, navigate common challenges and secure the best possible outcomes while maintaining professionalism and ethical standards.

 Kathy Laswick Wendy Shaw
BREAKOUT: Defining Your Value Offerings2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

Refine And Articulate What You Do And How You Do It For Every Real Estate Client.  Walk into every client conversation with absolute clarity and confidence—knowing exactly how to lead them through your proven process.  In this session, you’ll map out your client journey—a step-by-step framework that showcases your expertise in action, where buyers and sellers don’t just hear about your value, they experience it at every stage. (including use of ChatGPT)

 Theresa Barnabei
BREAKOUT: Navigating Top 10 Lawsuit Triggers2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

Discover the top triggers that can lead to a real estate lawsuit and how to proactively avoid them.

 Rick Mack
BREAKOUT: Trends in Fraud and Scams2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

Discover the latest fraud and scam trends targeting the real estate industry and learn how to protect yourself and your clients. Stay informed and safeguard your transactions.

 

 Tiffannie Hobgood
BREAKOUT: Buyer/Seller Counseling Sessions3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

Top takeaways to establish agency and build loyalty from the start, key strategies for setting expectations and addressing client needs and apply best practices to enhance communication, relationships and client satisfaction throughout the transaction process.

 Gary Nelson
BREAKOUT: How to use AI tools in your business3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

Discover how AI tools can help in your business.

  
BREAKOUT: Navigating Title/Escrow Triggers3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

Discover the top triggers that can hold up the transaction during escrow and how to proactively avoid them.

 Christin Mack
BREAKOUT: What Are Buyers Looking For?3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

Examine key trends and buyer preferences.

 Humberto Ramos Cazares
RAPAC Major Investor Happy Hour 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

2024 and 2025 RAPAC Major Investors please join us for drinks and light snacks in the Top Golf area before dinner to network with your colleagues and enjoy some fun games.

This event is by invite only. 

Top Golf 
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Region 1 Caucus: Bullhead City/Mohave Valley Association of REALTORS® , Kingman/Golden Valley Association of REALTORS® , Lake Havasu Association of REALTORS® , Yuma Association of REALTORS®9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Gunner Mitchell, RVP Region 1

Agave 
Region 2 Caucus: WeSERV West & Southeast REALTORS® of the Valley9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Susan Herber, RVP Region 2

Palo Verde C 
Region 3 Caucus: Central Arizona Board of REALTORS®, Northern Arizona Association of REALTORS®, Prescott Area Association of REALTORS®, Sedona/Verde Valley Association of REALTORS®, White Mountain Association of REALTORS® 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Jesi Orona, RVP Region 3

Cholla 
Region 4 Caucus: Phoenix REALTORS®, Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS®9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Butch Leiber, RVP Region 4

Yucca 
Region 5 Caucus: Green Valley/Sahuarita Association of REALTORS®, Tucson Association of REALTORS®9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Cathy Erchull, RVP Region 5

Willow 
2025 Board of Directors Meeting10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

 

 

Palo Verde A/B