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SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing course
DESCRIPTION:Build confidence in the decisions you make every day. Explore real-world ethics and fair housing scenarios\, strengthen the way you serve clients\, and earn four hours of CE while fulfilling NAR’s Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements. \n\nLunch provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE\, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement\, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement & GRI Designation \nRegistration (CE included): $70 \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Tallie Griffith\n														\n														Navigate School of Real Estate	\n								\n							\n							\n					After dedicating 25 years to nursing\, Tallie Griffith transitioned into real estate in 2017\, obtaining her real estate license while keeping her RN credentials. Her passion for real estate\, combined with her desire to serve others\, naturally led her to pursue a career in both real estate and education. Tallie is also Director of the Navigate School of Real Estate\, where she teachs real estate post-licensing courses\, update courses\, and CE Elective classes. She is passionate about educating and mentoring both new and experienced agents\, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge\, ethics\, and practical skills needed to succeed in today’s market.
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/111326-serving-with-integrity/
LOCATION:Navigate Realty (Raleigh)\, 7701 Six Forks Rd Ste 110\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27615
CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Designations & Certifications,Fair Housing,GRI,Legal & Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000
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SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course
DESCRIPTION:Build confidence in the decisions you make every day. Explore real-world ethics and fair housing scenarios\, strengthen the way you serve clients\, and earn four hours of CE while fulfilling NAR’s Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements. \nPlease note: this course is 4.5 hours and will begin promptly at 1:00 pm. Instructor Katherine Kirchner will lead the class in the third-floor Ballroom A here at Terraces. Doors will open at 12:30 pm. \n\nLight refreshments provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE\, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement\, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement & GRI Designation. \nMember Registration (CE included): $45 \nNon-Member Registration (CE included): $65 \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Katherine Kirchner\n														Education Director and Lead Instructor	\n														\n														That’s My Instructor	\n								\n							\n							\n					Katherine Kirchner is a dedicated real estate educator with roots across North Carolina that stretch back to 1985\, when she first moved to Wilmington. Beginning as a high school English teacher\, Katherine transitioned to real estate in 2015 and\, shortly thereafter\, briefly joined the North Carolina Real Estate Commission to redesign and deliver the 12-hour Broker-In-Charge course. From there\, Katherine began writing electives for other states while teaching Pre- and Post-licensing classes\, before starting her own school\, That’s My Instructor\, in 2023. Since that time\, she has been teaching virtually\, and crossing the state to bring Updates\, REALTORS’ courses\, and her own exclusive North Carolina Electives to the brokers who need them. Now\, she is excited to bring that expertise back to her first hometown in North Carolina. \n												\n							    Find Me Online:
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/111926-serving-with-integrity/
LOCATION:Cape Fear REALTORS®\, 1826 Sir Tyler Drive\, Suite 100\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405
CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Designations & Certifications,Fair Housing,GRI,Legal & Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T173000
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SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course
DESCRIPTION:Build confidence in the decisions you make every day. Explore real-world ethics and fair housing scenarios\, strengthen the way you serve clients\, and earn four hours of CE while fulfilling NAR’s Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements. \nPlease note: this course is 4.5 hours and will begin promptly at 1:00 pm. Instructor Katherine Kirchner will lead the class in the third-floor Ballroom A here at Terraces. Doors will open at 12:30 pm. \n\nLight refreshments provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE\, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement\, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement & GRI Designation. \nMember Registration (CE included): $45 \nNon-Member Registration (CE included): $65 \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Katherine Kirchner\n														Education Director and Lead Instructor	\n														\n														That’s My Instructor	\n								\n							\n							\n					Katherine Kirchner is a dedicated real estate educator with roots across North Carolina that stretch back to 1985\, when she first moved to Wilmington. Beginning as a high school English teacher\, Katherine transitioned to real estate in 2015 and\, shortly thereafter\, briefly joined the North Carolina Real Estate Commission to redesign and deliver the 12-hour Broker-In-Charge course. From there\, Katherine began writing electives for other states while teaching Pre- and Post-licensing classes\, before starting her own school\, That’s My Instructor\, in 2023. Since that time\, she has been teaching virtually\, and crossing the state to bring Updates\, REALTORS’ courses\, and her own exclusive North Carolina Electives to the brokers who need them. Now\, she is excited to bring that expertise back to her first hometown in North Carolina. \n												\n							    Find Me Online:
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/112026-serving-with-integrity/
LOCATION:Cape Fear REALTORS®\, 1826 Sir Tyler Drive\, Suite 100\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405
CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Designations & Certifications,Fair Housing,GRI,Legal & Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270217T090000
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SUMMARY:Virtual | Day 1: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
DESCRIPTION:Day 1 of 5: Global Real Estate: Local Markets (required)\nRegistration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)\nAudit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100\nDaily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.) \nUnlock a world of real estate opportunities with the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Whether you’re targeting international buyers\, catering to foreign-born residents\, or seeking to invest overseas\, the CIPS designation equips you with the knowledge\, research\, network\, and tools to globalize and expand your business. \nJoin our 2027 offering\, a virtual five-day program in February (17\, 19\, 22\, 24 & 26)\, where you’ll delve into crucial elements of international transactions. From currency and exchange rates to cultural exchange factors\, regional market conditions\, investment performance\, and tax and legal issues\, you’ll gain invaluable expertise. \nThis class is open to U.S. and non-U.S. practitioners\, lenders\, developers\, and association executives\, the CIPS education offers wide-ranging benefits. Enjoy CIPS Network membership privileges\, including: access to international marketing and research services\, and peer events\, expand your real estate reach\, learn unique marketing strategies\, and unleash your production potential. \nEmbrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation. \n*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.  \nPlease note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member\, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page. \n  \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Aldo Iemma\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					Aldo Iemma has over 30 years experience as an educator and a real estate broker. A graduate on the City University of New York (CUNY)\, he holds a BA in Romance Languages (French\, Italian and Spanish)\, an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language(TESL) another MA in Hispanic Culture and Civilization from NYU/ Universidad de Salamanca\, Spain\, and a PD in Administration and Supervision from CUNY. \nIn 1986 he received his Real Estate salesperson license and in 1989 his Real Estate Broker license and opened his own company. Today he still runs the same company\, Empire State Realty Group. He is a member of Brooklyn\, Staten Island and Long Island Boards as well as a member of REBNY. He serves on Local\, State and National Committees. Because of his academic background\, he has an interest and a passion for Global Real Estate. He has been NAR’s Global Ambassador to Belize\, Costa Rica and Panama as well as Nicaragua. He strongly believes that “the next level” can be reached through education. \n										\n					\n				\n								\n									\n					\n				Samira Easton\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					After many years working in international development and higher education\, Samira Easton became a licensed real estate professional in July 2017. She is currently a Broker Associate with the Venice office of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. \nBorn in Beirut\, Samira lived most of her life in Lebanon\, Saudi Arabia\, Libya\, and Italy. She has traveled extensively and speaks several languages\, including French\, Italian\, Arabic and Spanish. In addition to a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia\, Samira earned an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. \nSamira has always valued education and she thrives when she is in a learning environment. She has years of experience working in real estate\, a Broker’s license\, as well as previous experience in a classroom setting. Moreover\, she has a strong understanding of real estate markets\, law\, and contracts\, good public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For her\, teaching is a mission and a way of serving her REALTOR® community\, helping others better understand the subject matter that she has mastered\, “When I teach\, I give back to the REALTOR® community. And that to me\, is priceless.”
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-cips-day-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Commercial,Designations & Certifications,Global
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T153443Z
CREATED:20260710T155120Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual | Day 2: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
DESCRIPTION:Day 2 of 5: Global Real Estate: Transaction Tools (required)\nRegistration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)\nAudit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100\nDaily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.) \nUnlock a world of real estate opportunities with the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Whether you’re targeting international buyers\, catering to foreign-born residents\, or seeking to invest overseas\, the CIPS designation equips you with the knowledge\, research\, network\, and tools to globalize and expand your business. \nJoin our 2027 offering\, a virtual five-day program in February (17\, 19\, 22\, 24 & 26)\, where you’ll delve into crucial elements of international transactions. From currency and exchange rates to cultural exchange factors\, regional market conditions\, investment performance\, and tax and legal issues\, you’ll gain invaluable expertise. \nThis class is open to U.S. and non-U.S. practitioners\, lenders\, developers\, and association executives\, the CIPS education offers wide-ranging benefits. Enjoy CIPS Network membership privileges\, including: access to international marketing and research services\, and peer events\, expand your real estate reach\, learn unique marketing strategies\, and unleash your production potential. \nEmbrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation. \n*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.  \nPlease note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member\, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page. \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Aldo Iemma\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					Aldo Iemma has over 30 years experience as an educator and a real estate broker. A graduate on the City University of New York (CUNY)\, he holds a BA in Romance Languages (French\, Italian and Spanish)\, an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language(TESL) another MA in Hispanic Culture and Civilization from NYU/ Universidad de Salamanca\, Spain\, and a PD in Administration and Supervision from CUNY. \nIn 1986 he received his Real Estate salesperson license and in 1989 his Real Estate Broker license and opened his own company. Today he still runs the same company\, Empire State Realty Group. He is a member of Brooklyn\, Staten Island and Long Island Boards as well as a member of REBNY. He serves on Local\, State and National Committees. Because of his academic background\, he has an interest and a passion for Global Real Estate. He has been NAR’s Global Ambassador to Belize\, Costa Rica and Panama as well as Nicaragua. He strongly believes that “the next level” can be reached through education. \n										\n					\n				\n								\n									\n					\n				Samira Easton\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					After many years working in international development and higher education\, Samira Easton became a licensed real estate professional in July 2017. She is currently a Broker Associate with the Venice office of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. \nBorn in Beirut\, Samira lived most of her life in Lebanon\, Saudi Arabia\, Libya\, and Italy. She has traveled extensively and speaks several languages\, including French\, Italian\, Arabic and Spanish. In addition to a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia\, Samira earned an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. \nSamira has always valued education and she thrives when she is in a learning environment. She has years of experience working in real estate\, a Broker’s license\, as well as previous experience in a classroom setting. Moreover\, she has a strong understanding of real estate markets\, law\, and contracts\, good public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For her\, teaching is a mission and a way of serving her REALTOR® community\, helping others better understand the subject matter that she has mastered\, “When I teach\, I give back to the REALTOR® community. And that to me\, is priceless.”
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-cips-day-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Commercial,Designations & Certifications,Global
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T153845Z
CREATED:20260710T155224Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual | Day 3: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
DESCRIPTION:Day 3 of 5: The Americas and International Real Estate (elective)\nRegistration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)\nAudit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100\nDaily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.) \nUnlock a world of real estate opportunities with the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Whether you’re targeting international buyers\, catering to foreign-born residents\, or seeking to invest overseas\, the CIPS designation equips you with the knowledge\, research\, network\, and tools to globalize and expand your business. \nJoin our 2027 offering\, a virtual five-day program in February (17\, 19\, 22\, 24 & 26)\, where you’ll delve into crucial elements of international transactions. From currency and exchange rates to cultural exchange factors\, regional market conditions\, investment performance\, and tax and legal issues\, you’ll gain invaluable expertise. \nThis class is open to U.S. and non-U.S. practitioners\, lenders\, developers\, and association executives\, the CIPS education offers wide-ranging benefits. Enjoy CIPS Network membership privileges\, including: access to international marketing and research services\, and peer events\, expand your real estate reach\, learn unique marketing strategies\, and unleash your production potential. \nEmbrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation. \n*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.  \nPlease note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member\, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page. \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Aldo Iemma\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					Aldo Iemma has over 30 years experience as an educator and a real estate broker. A graduate on the City University of New York (CUNY)\, he holds a BA in Romance Languages (French\, Italian and Spanish)\, an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language(TESL) another MA in Hispanic Culture and Civilization from NYU/ Universidad de Salamanca\, Spain\, and a PD in Administration and Supervision from CUNY. \nIn 1986 he received his Real Estate salesperson license and in 1989 his Real Estate Broker license and opened his own company. Today he still runs the same company\, Empire State Realty Group. He is a member of Brooklyn\, Staten Island and Long Island Boards as well as a member of REBNY. He serves on Local\, State and National Committees. Because of his academic background\, he has an interest and a passion for Global Real Estate. He has been NAR’s Global Ambassador to Belize\, Costa Rica and Panama as well as Nicaragua. He strongly believes that “the next level” can be reached through education. \n										\n					\n				\n								\n									\n					\n				Samira Easton\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					After many years working in international development and higher education\, Samira Easton became a licensed real estate professional in July 2017. She is currently a Broker Associate with the Venice office of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. \nBorn in Beirut\, Samira lived most of her life in Lebanon\, Saudi Arabia\, Libya\, and Italy. She has traveled extensively and speaks several languages\, including French\, Italian\, Arabic and Spanish. In addition to a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia\, Samira earned an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. \nSamira has always valued education and she thrives when she is in a learning environment. She has years of experience working in real estate\, a Broker’s license\, as well as previous experience in a classroom setting. Moreover\, she has a strong understanding of real estate markets\, law\, and contracts\, good public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For her\, teaching is a mission and a way of serving her REALTOR® community\, helping others better understand the subject matter that she has mastered\, “When I teach\, I give back to the REALTOR® community. And that to me\, is priceless.”
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-cips-day-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Commercial,Designations & Certifications,Global
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T154151Z
CREATED:20260710T155322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T154151Z
UID:10000391-1803459600-1803484800@www.ncrealtors.org
SUMMARY:Virtual | Day 4: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
DESCRIPTION:Day 4 of 5: Europe and International Real Estate (elective)\nRegistration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)\nAudit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100\nDaily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.) \nUnlock a world of real estate opportunities with the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Whether you’re targeting international buyers\, catering to foreign-born residents\, or seeking to invest overseas\, the CIPS designation equips you with the knowledge\, research\, network\, and tools to globalize and expand your business. \nJoin our 2027 offering\, a virtual five-day program in February (17\, 19\, 22\, 24 & 26)\, where you’ll delve into crucial elements of international transactions. From currency and exchange rates to cultural exchange factors\, regional market conditions\, investment performance\, and tax and legal issues\, you’ll gain invaluable expertise. \nThis class is open to U.S. and non-U.S. practitioners\, lenders\, developers\, and association executives\, the CIPS education offers wide-ranging benefits. Enjoy CIPS Network membership privileges\, including: access to international marketing and research services\, and peer events\, expand your real estate reach\, learn unique marketing strategies\, and unleash your production potential. \nEmbrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation. \n*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.  \nPlease note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member\, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page. \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Aldo Iemma\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					Aldo Iemma has over 30 years experience as an educator and a real estate broker. A graduate on the City University of New York (CUNY)\, he holds a BA in Romance Languages (French\, Italian and Spanish)\, an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language(TESL) another MA in Hispanic Culture and Civilization from NYU/ Universidad de Salamanca\, Spain\, and a PD in Administration and Supervision from CUNY. \nIn 1986 he received his Real Estate salesperson license and in 1989 his Real Estate Broker license and opened his own company. Today he still runs the same company\, Empire State Realty Group. He is a member of Brooklyn\, Staten Island and Long Island Boards as well as a member of REBNY. He serves on Local\, State and National Committees. Because of his academic background\, he has an interest and a passion for Global Real Estate. He has been NAR’s Global Ambassador to Belize\, Costa Rica and Panama as well as Nicaragua. He strongly believes that “the next level” can be reached through education. \n										\n					\n				\n								\n									\n					\n				Samira Easton\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					After many years working in international development and higher education\, Samira Easton became a licensed real estate professional in July 2017. She is currently a Broker Associate with the Venice office of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. \nBorn in Beirut\, Samira lived most of her life in Lebanon\, Saudi Arabia\, Libya\, and Italy. She has traveled extensively and speaks several languages\, including French\, Italian\, Arabic and Spanish. In addition to a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia\, Samira earned an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. \nSamira has always valued education and she thrives when she is in a learning environment. She has years of experience working in real estate\, a Broker’s license\, as well as previous experience in a classroom setting. Moreover\, she has a strong understanding of real estate markets\, law\, and contracts\, good public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For her\, teaching is a mission and a way of serving her REALTOR® community\, helping others better understand the subject matter that she has mastered\, “When I teach\, I give back to the REALTOR® community. And that to me\, is priceless.”
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-cips-day-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Commercial,Designations & Certifications,Global
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T154430Z
CREATED:20260710T155437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T154430Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual | Day 5: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
DESCRIPTION:Day 5 of 5: Asia/Pacific and International Real Estate (elective)\nRegistration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)\nAudit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100\nDaily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.) \nUnlock a world of real estate opportunities with the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Whether you’re targeting international buyers\, catering to foreign-born residents\, or seeking to invest overseas\, the CIPS designation equips you with the knowledge\, research\, network\, and tools to globalize and expand your business. \nJoin our 2027 offering\, a virtual five-day program in February (17\, 19\, 22\, 24 & 26)\, where you’ll delve into crucial elements of international transactions. From currency and exchange rates to cultural exchange factors\, regional market conditions\, investment performance\, and tax and legal issues\, you’ll gain invaluable expertise. \nThis class is open to U.S. and non-U.S. practitioners\, lenders\, developers\, and association executives\, the CIPS education offers wide-ranging benefits. Enjoy CIPS Network membership privileges\, including: access to international marketing and research services\, and peer events\, expand your real estate reach\, learn unique marketing strategies\, and unleash your production potential. \nEmbrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation. \n*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.  \nPlease note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member\, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page. \n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n	\n				\n		Presented by\n							\n								\n									\n					\n				Aldo Iemma\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					Aldo Iemma has over 30 years experience as an educator and a real estate broker. A graduate on the City University of New York (CUNY)\, he holds a BA in Romance Languages (French\, Italian and Spanish)\, an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language(TESL) another MA in Hispanic Culture and Civilization from NYU/ Universidad de Salamanca\, Spain\, and a PD in Administration and Supervision from CUNY. \nIn 1986 he received his Real Estate salesperson license and in 1989 his Real Estate Broker license and opened his own company. Today he still runs the same company\, Empire State Realty Group. He is a member of Brooklyn\, Staten Island and Long Island Boards as well as a member of REBNY. He serves on Local\, State and National Committees. Because of his academic background\, he has an interest and a passion for Global Real Estate. He has been NAR’s Global Ambassador to Belize\, Costa Rica and Panama as well as Nicaragua. He strongly believes that “the next level” can be reached through education. \n										\n					\n				\n								\n									\n					\n				Samira Easton\n														\n								\n							\n							\n					After many years working in international development and higher education\, Samira Easton became a licensed real estate professional in July 2017. She is currently a Broker Associate with the Venice office of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. \nBorn in Beirut\, Samira lived most of her life in Lebanon\, Saudi Arabia\, Libya\, and Italy. She has traveled extensively and speaks several languages\, including French\, Italian\, Arabic and Spanish. In addition to a B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia\, Samira earned an MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. \nSamira has always valued education and she thrives when she is in a learning environment. She has years of experience working in real estate\, a Broker’s license\, as well as previous experience in a classroom setting. Moreover\, she has a strong understanding of real estate markets\, law\, and contracts\, good public speaking skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For her\, teaching is a mission and a way of serving her REALTOR® community\, helping others better understand the subject matter that she has mastered\, “When I teach\, I give back to the REALTOR® community. And that to me\, is priceless.”
URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-cips-day-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CIPS,Commercial,Designations & Certifications,Global
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