BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NC REALTORS® - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NC REALTORS® 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T150000 DTSTAMP:20260707T210304Z CREATED:20260707T210259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T210304Z UID:10000403-1792663200-1792681200@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course DESCRIPTION:Lunch provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nRRAR Member Registration (CE included): $30 \nRRAR MEMBERS REGISTER HERE \nNon-Member Registration (CE included): $50 \nNON-MEMBERS EMAIL TO REGISTER URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/102226-serving-with-integrity/ LOCATION:Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®\, 111 Realtors Way\, Cary\, NC\, 27513 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Fair Housing,Legal & Ethics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/ServingWithIntegrity_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260518T191553Z CREATED:20260518T191451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T191553Z UID:10000387-1793091600-1793106000@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Virtual | Ombudsman Training DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an engaging\, virtual training experience tailored exclusively for NC REALTORS® members!   \nThis free\, half-day online session\, led by expert instructor Stephanie Walker\, introduces you to the role of an Ombudsman–your secret weapon for resolving disputes swiftly and effortlessly. \nThrough this interactive course\, you’ll master the art of clear communication and learn how to handle conflicts like a pro\, all from the comfort of a phone call.** \n**Specifically designed to meet NAR requirements\, this program empowers you with essential problem-solving strategies that can prevent issues from escalating into formal ethics complaints.  Don’t miss your chance to boost your skills\, strengthen your reputation\, and handle real estate challenges with confidence and finesse.  Sign up now and elevate your professional game! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Walker\n Owner/President \n \n Stephanie Walker & Associates \n \n \n Stephanie has been in the real estate business for more than 3 decades. Stephanie holds a number of NAR Designations and is trained in both REALTOR® and Superior Court Mediation. She is a past President of both the Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® and the North Carolina Association of REALTORS®.  In 2016\, Stephanie was honored as the NC REALTORS® REALTOR® of the Year. \nHer experiences\, both in the field and volunteering at all levels of the REALTOR® association\, give her plenty of real life\, in the trenches stories to  supplement her courses with actual scenarios that bring relevance\, substance\, and humor to attendees. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/102726-ombudsman-training/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Legal & Ethics,Ombudsman ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/OmbudsmanTraining_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T150000 DTSTAMP:20260806T161337Z CREATED:20260707T210741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T161337Z UID:10000404-1794909600-1794927600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course DESCRIPTION:Lunch provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE\, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement\, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement & GRI Designation. \nRRAR Member Registration (CE included): $30 \nRRAR MEMBERS REGISTER HERE \nNon-Member Registration (CE included): $50 \nNON-MEMBERS EMAIL TO REGISTER URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/111726-serving-with-integrity/ LOCATION:Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®\, 111 Realtors Way\, Cary\, NC\, 27513 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Fair Housing,Legal & Ethics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/ServingWithIntegrity_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T173000 DTSTAMP:20260806T161840Z CREATED:20260806T161837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T161840Z UID:10000419-1795093200-1795109400@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course DESCRIPTION:Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course is an engaging CE elective course which also satisfies your NAR Ethics AND Fair Housing Requirement! \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 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/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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/ServingWithIntegrity_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260806T162537Z CREATED:20260806T162534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T162537Z UID:10000420-1795179600-1795195800@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course DESCRIPTION:Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course is an engaging CE elective course which also satisfies your NAR Ethics AND Fair Housing Requirement! \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 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/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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/ServingWithIntegrity_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261126T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T170000 DTSTAMP:20251119T215924Z CREATED:20251119T215918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T215924Z UID:10000335-1795681800-1795798800@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Office Closed - Thanksgiving DESCRIPTION:The NC REALTORS® offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/office-closed-thanksgiving-2026/ CATEGORIES:Office Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/Thanksgiving_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T201341Z CREATED:20260814T201338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201341Z UID:10000423-1796130000-1796133600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Webinar | It's Not You\, It's New! - 2027: From Chatbots to Colleagues Pt. 1 DESCRIPTION:More information and registration coming soon! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Marki Lemons Ryhal\n \n \n \n Marki Lemons Ryhal\, CSP\, MBA\, is a 5X Hall of Fame inductee\, global keynote speaker\, real estate AI industry expert\, syndicated columnist\, and host of the Social Selling Made Simple podcast. Her Hall of Fame honors include the Accredited Buyer’s Representative Hall of Fame\, Chicago Association of REALTORS® Hall of Fame\, RISMedia Hall of Fame\, RPAC Hall of Fame\, and the Real Estate Business Institute Hall of Leaders. \nA licensed Managing Broker\, REALTOR®\, and Fractional Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer\, Marki helps organizations use AI to increase productivity\, protect consumer trust\, and strengthen follow-up without sacrificing ethics\, privacy\, or brand integrity. Her promise is clear: her keynotes help audiences 2X productivity\, leads\, and income. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/120126-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Webinars & Mobile Mondays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260710T165924Z CREATED:20260710T165918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T165924Z UID:10000406-1796202000-1796216400@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Virtual | Radon and Real Estate in North Carolina DESCRIPTION:This course\, offered by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)\, focuses on educating brokers about radon\, its health risks\, testing methods\, and mitigation strategies. The course is designed to empower brokers to inform their clients about radon and its potential impact on real estate transactions. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Phillip Gibson\n NC Radon Program Coordinator \n \n North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services \n \n \n With the North Carolina Radon Program\, Phillip’s focus is on crafting partnerships and strategies to mitigate radon-induced health risks. With a track record of creating systemic change\, his team’s initiatives have significantly impacted diverse communities. As a certified North Carolina Real Estate Broker\, Phillip’s dual expertise in public health and real estate bolsters our educational outreach\, reaching thousands. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/120226-radon-and-real-estate-in-nc/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Property Management - PMD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/Radon_NorthCarolina_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260707T211212Z CREATED:20260707T211204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T211212Z UID:10000405-1797501600-1797519600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course DESCRIPTION:Lunch provided \nThis class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE \nRRAR Member Registration (CE included): $30 \nRRAR MEMBERS REGISTER HERE \nNon-Member Registration (CE included): $50 \nNON-MEMBERS EMAIL TO REGISTER URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/121726-serving-with-integrity/ LOCATION:Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®\, 111 Realtors Way\, Cary\, NC\, 27513 CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Fair Housing,Legal & Ethics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/ServingWithIntegrity_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T170000 DTSTAMP:20251119T220225Z CREATED:20251119T220218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T220225Z UID:10000336-1798101000-1798822800@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Office Closed - Winter Holidays DESCRIPTION:The NC REALTORS® offices will be closed in observance of the winter holidays. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/office-closed-winter-holidays-2026/ CATEGORIES:Office Closings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/2022HappyHolidays_FeaturedImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T201829Z CREATED:20260814T201826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201829Z UID:10000424-1800450000-1800453600@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:Webinar | It's Not You\, It's New! - 2027: From Chatbots to Colleagues Pt. 2 DESCRIPTION:More information and registration coming soon! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Marki Lemons Ryhal\n \n \n \n Marki Lemons Ryhal\, CSP\, MBA\, is a 5X Hall of Fame inductee\, global keynote speaker\, real estate AI industry expert\, syndicated columnist\, and host of the Social Selling Made Simple podcast. Her Hall of Fame honors include the Accredited Buyer’s Representative Hall of Fame\, Chicago Association of REALTORS® Hall of Fame\, RISMedia Hall of Fame\, RPAC Hall of Fame\, and the Real Estate Business Institute Hall of Leaders. \nA licensed Managing Broker\, REALTOR®\, and Fractional Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer\, Marki helps organizations use AI to increase productivity\, protect consumer trust\, and strengthen follow-up without sacrificing ethics\, privacy\, or brand integrity. Her promise is clear: her keynotes help audiences 2X productivity\, leads\, and income. URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/012027-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Webinars & Mobile Mondays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270214T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270221T235959 DTSTAMP:20260416T184653Z CREATED:20260413T190439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T184653Z UID:10000374-1802563200-1803254399@www.ncrealtors.org SUMMARY:In-Person | CE at Sea DESCRIPTION:Set sail with NC REALTORS® on one of the most amazing cruise ships for our annual CE at Sea educational adventure\, February 14 to February 21\, 2027. \nNot only will you explore the Western Caribbean with your NC REALTORS® colleagues\, but you’ll also get the unique opportunity to complete your 2027 Continuing Education at sea with instructor Mark Saunders. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Presented by\n \n \n \n \n Mark Saunders\n \n Real Estate Brokers Academy \n \n \n Mark Saunders is a graduate of Appalachian State University and became a full-time REALTOR® in 2005. \nHe serves the REALTOR® community by participating on the Board of Directors for the Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® and the North Carolina Association of REALTORS®. He is also a member of the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network\, serving as vice-chair in 2014 and chair in 2015. \nMark has received a number of awards and forms of recognition in his career\, which include: \n\n2010 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Presidents Award for Outstanding Service and Dedication in the field of property management.\n2013 National Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network of the Year winner\n2013 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Presidents Award for Outstanding Service and Dedication to the local association\n2016 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Property Manager of the year\,\n2016 NC REALTOR® Innovation & Entrepreneurial Excellence Award\n2018 was selected to the 2018 Triad Business Journal 40 under 40 Business Leaders Class\n\nFind Mark on: \n\nWebsite\nLinkedIn\nYouTube\nX\nFacebook\nInstagram URL:https://www.ncrealtors.org/event/2027-ce-at-sea/ CATEGORIES:CE Courses,Property Management - PMD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/2027CEatSea_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270217T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T153528Z CREATED:20260812T152904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T153528Z UID:10000388-1802854800-1802880000@www.ncrealtors.org 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 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 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/CIPS_27-VirtualSchedule_Unlock_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270219T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270219T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T153443Z CREATED:20260710T155120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T153443Z UID:10000389-1803027600-1803052800@www.ncrealtors.org 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 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 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/CIPS_27-VirtualSchedule_Unlock_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T153845Z CREATED:20260710T155224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T153845Z UID:10000390-1803286800-1803312000@www.ncrealtors.org 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 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 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/CIPS_27-VirtualSchedule_Unlock_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT 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 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 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/CIPS_27-VirtualSchedule_Unlock_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270226T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T154430Z CREATED:20260710T155437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T154430Z UID:10000392-1803632400-1803657600@www.ncrealtors.org 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 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 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ncrealtors.org/wp-content/uploads/CIPS_26-VirtualSchedule_Unlock_FeatureImage.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR