BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NC REALTORS® - ECPv6.15.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NC REALTORS® REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T004719 CREATED:20250314T153918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T155239Z UID:10000250-1743598800-1743602400@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Webinar | Beyond the Front Door: A Discussion on Housing DESCRIPTION:Housing is more than just a place to live—it shapes communities\, opportunities\, and economic well-being. In this engaging session\, Alexia Smokler\, Director of Fair Housing Policy & Programs at the National Association of REALTORS®\, and Tikola McCree\, NC REALTOR® and Vice Chair of NAR’s Fair Housing Policy Committee\, will explore the evolving landscape of housing access\, affordability\, and industry practices. Gain valuable insights on the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s market and how real estate professionals can be part of the solution. \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Tikola McCree\n \n \n \n Tikola McCree is a dedicated real estate professional with North Group Real Estate in the Greater Charlotte Area and a proud soccer mom to her 16-year-old son. With nearly two decades in education\, she has trained young artists and scholars\, shaping her passion for mentorship and community empowerment. \nA graduate of Rutgers University and Sarah Lawrence College\, Tikola holds certifications in administration\, special education\, and movement for students with disabilities. She actively champions fair housing and diversity\, serving as the 2024 Chair of the NC REALTORS® Diversity Committee\, 2025 Vice Chair and 2026 Chair of the NAR Fair Housing Policy Committee\, and President of the Charlotte Crown REALTIST Association (2022-2024). She also serves on the Canopy MLS Board of Directors and is part of NAR’s 2024 Leadership Academy. \nCommitted to fostering generational wealth\, Tikola educates agents nationwide on serving diverse communities and the impact of policy on the industry\, making her a leading voice in real estate advocacy and inclusion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alexia Smokler\n Director of Fair Housing Policy & Programs \n \n National Association of REALTORS® \n \n \n Alexia Smokler is the Director of Fair Housing Policy & Programs at NAR\, advocating for fair housing policies in Congress and federal agencies. She leads NAR’s ACT! Initiative (Accountability\, Culture Change\, and Training) and spearheaded the development of Fairhaven: A Fair Housing Simulation and Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing. Alexia also oversees NAR’s discrimination self-testing program\, real estate licensure reform efforts\, and initiatives to close racial and ethnic homeownership gaps. As staff executive to NAR’s Fair Housing Policy Committee\, she frequently writes and speaks on fair housing issues. \nPreviously\, she worked in fair housing enforcement at HUD\, for Congressman John Conyers\, Jr.\, and with civil rights nonprofits. A Maryland-licensed attorney\, Alexia holds a J.D. from UC Berkeley\, an MPA from Princeton\, and a B.A. in government from Smith College. She lives in Alexandria\, Virginia. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/040225-beyond-the-front-door/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Fair Housing,Webinars & Mobile Mondays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/040225BeyondtheFrontDoor_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T004719 CREATED:20250401T213609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T144628Z UID:10000255-1744365600-1744383600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-person | At Home With Diversity DESCRIPTION:AHWD is an NAR certification program designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. The At Home with Diversity course addresses the topics of diversity\, fair housing and business planning development. After successfully completing the course\, REALTORS® are eligible to apply for the official AHWD certification\, which conveys to clients they’re working with a dynamic real estate professional with expertise that transcends cultural barriers. AHWD Certification Requirements \n\nLunch/snacks will be provided. \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nLocal Association Member Registration (No CE): $25\nLocal Association Member Registration (With CE): $25 \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Katherine Kirchner\n Owner/Lead Instructor \n \n That’s My Instructor \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. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/041125-at-home-with-diversity/ LOCATION:High Country Association of REALTORS®\, 4469 Bamboo Road\, Boone\, NC\, 28607 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,DEI,Designations & Certifications,Diversity,Fair Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/NAR_AHWD_Horiz_RGB_FeatureImage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T133000 DTSTAMP:20260421T004719 CREATED:20250220T210920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T210925Z UID:10000238-1744880400-1744896600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing DESCRIPTION:Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing helps interrupt stereotypical thinking to avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service. Participants will examine the history of bias in real estate\, learn about the mind science of identity\, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds. \n\nSnacks provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nMember Registration: $35\nRegistration: $50 \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Tikola McCree\n \n \n \n Tikola McCree is a dedicated real estate professional with North Group Real Estate in the Greater Charlotte Area and a proud soccer mom to her 16-year-old son. With nearly two decades in education\, she has trained young artists and scholars\, shaping her passion for mentorship and community empowerment. \nA graduate of Rutgers University and Sarah Lawrence College\, Tikola holds certifications in administration\, special education\, and movement for students with disabilities. She actively champions fair housing and diversity\, serving as the 2024 Chair of the NC REALTORS® Diversity Committee\, 2025 Vice Chair and 2026 Chair of the NAR Fair Housing Policy Committee\, and President of the Charlotte Crown REALTIST Association (2022-2024). She also serves on the Canopy MLS Board of Directors and is part of NAR’s 2024 Leadership Academy. \nCommitted to fostering generational wealth\, Tikola educates agents nationwide on serving diverse communities and the impact of policy on the industry\, making her a leading voice in real estate advocacy and inclusion. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/041725-bias-override/ LOCATION:Outer Banks Association of REALTORS®\, 201 W 8th St\, Nags Head\, NC\, 27959 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Designations & Certifications,Fair Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/041725BIAS_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T004719 CREATED:20250314T162310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T162453Z UID:10000251-1745411400-1745427600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing DESCRIPTION:Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing helps interrupt stereotypical thinking to avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service. Participants will examine the history of bias in real estate\, learn about the mind science of identity\, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds. \n\nHosted by: Washington Beaufort County Board of REALTORS® \nSnacks provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nRegistration (with CE): $30 \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Tikola McCree\n \n \n \n Tikola McCree is a dedicated real estate professional with North Group Real Estate in the Greater Charlotte Area and a proud soccer mom to her 16-year-old son. With nearly two decades in education\, she has trained young artists and scholars\, shaping her passion for mentorship and community empowerment. \nA graduate of Rutgers University and Sarah Lawrence College\, Tikola holds certifications in administration\, special education\, and movement for students with disabilities. She actively champions fair housing and diversity\, serving as the 2024 Chair of the NC REALTORS® Diversity Committee\, 2025 Vice Chair and 2026 Chair of the NAR Fair Housing Policy Committee\, and President of the Charlotte Crown REALTIST Association (2022-2024). She also serves on the Canopy MLS Board of Directors and is part of NAR’s 2024 Leadership Academy. \nCommitted to fostering generational wealth\, Tikola educates agents nationwide on serving diverse communities and the impact of policy on the industry\, making her a leading voice in real estate advocacy and inclusion. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/042325-bias-override/ LOCATION:Beaufort County Community College\, Building 10\, 5337 US-264\, Washington\, NC\, 27889 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Designations & Certifications,Fair Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/041725BIAS_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T004719 CREATED:20250220T211642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T211647Z UID:10000237-1745485200-1745510400@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-person | At Home With Diversity DESCRIPTION:AHWD is an NAR certification program designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. The At Home with Diversity course addresses the topics of diversity\, fair housing and business planning development. After successfully completing the course\, REALTORS® are eligible to apply for the official AHWD certification\, which conveys to clients they’re working with a dynamic real estate professional with expertise that transcends cultural barriers. AHWD Certification Requirements \n\nLunch will be provided. \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nHigh Point Association Member Registration: $50 (Includes CE)\nOther Member Registration: $60 (Includes CE) \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Ayesha Richardson\n \n \n \n Born in NJ but bred in the Tarheel State\, Ayesha Mintor Richardson has been in the real estate industry since 2009. She has been  teaching and coaching agents since 2011 and has been approved for pre-licensing\, post licensing\, and continuing education with  the NC Real Estate Commission since 2017. Ayesha is a full-time practicing broker with Keller Williams Realty in Greensboro\, NC\, leading the local partners of Carolina Expansion Partners group and coaches their agents across North and South Carolina. She’s  been a NAR SPIRE mentor\, served with the High Point Regional Association of REALTORS® and NC REALTORS®. She  graduated from the Central Carolina Leadership academy\, Leadership High Point and from the The William C. Bass Leadership  Academy. Currently\, Ayesha is president of the Women’s council of REALTORS® Carolina Dogwood Network and President-Elect  of NCR Housing Foundation. \nAyesha & Kelly are dog parents to Gannicus The Great who is the goodest boy of all the good boys (just ask him). They’ve been  married for 17 years and are servants with St. Peter’s Church & World Outreach Center in Winston-Salem. \nAyesha is the education director and lead instructor of Edify RE. This education provider offers prelicensing\, post licensing and  continuing education. Education doesn’t have to be boring and with Ayesha\, it’s more of “EduTainment” – we must be here for the  allotted number of hours\, let’s laugh a little bit while we’re together. Let’s face it\, you can read material and be bored at home by  yourself. \nAyesha has a goal of making home ownership attainable for everyone that wants it. She’s passionate about education and  empowerment of individuals and communities. She has earned ABR\, AHWD & C2EX endorsements and encourages others to get  involved in programs that will help the greater good attain the dream of building wealth via property ownership. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/042425-at-home-with-diversity/ LOCATION:High Point Regional Association of REALTORS®\, 1830 Eastchester Dr\, High Point\, NC\, 27265 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,DEI,Designations & Certifications,Diversity,Fair Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/AHWD_042425_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR