Winter Leadership Meetings: Schedule of Events

Monday, January 25, 2027

Time
Speaker(s)
Location
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Winter Leadership Meetings | Registration

Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
NC REALTORS® PAC Trustees Lunch

Event registration required to attend.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
NC REALTORS® PAC Trustees Training

Event registration required to attend.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
NC REALTORS® PAC Trustees Meeting

Event registration required to attend.

Tuesday, January 26, 2027

Time
Speaker(s)
Location
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Winter Leadership Meetings | Registration

Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
REALTOR® Party and NC REALTORS® PAC Training

For: AE’s, Trustees, GAD’s, RPAC Chairs and anyone wanting to enhance their education and learn fundraising ideas

*Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
REALTOR® Party and NC REALTORS® PAC Training Lunch

*Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Member Benefits Committee Meeting

The Member Benefits Committee identifies, assesses, tests and recommends products and services through negotiated agreements with companies providing important member benefits at group discounted rates and/or with enhanced benefits; and is responsible for sharing with the general membership the existence and value of the member benefits offered by NC REALTORS®.

Event registration required to attend.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee is a committee of the NC REALTORS® Board of Directors, and may, with a few important exceptions, act on behalf of the Board of Directors. Except for responsibilities specifically given to the Board of Directors or may otherwise be provided by law, the Executive Committee has authority to act for the Board of Directors and reports any and all matters executed by the Committee at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.

Event registration required to attend.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
NC REALTORS® PAC Happy Hour

Event registration required to attend.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Finance 101

Event registration required to attend.

Wednesday, January 27, 2027

Time
Speaker(s)
Location
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Winter Leadership Meetings | Registration

Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Partner & Sponsor Expo

Connect with industry vendors showcasing products and services designed to support your everyday business needs.

Event registration required to attend.

Location: Grand Ballroom Hallway
Grand Ballroom Hallway
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Team ’28 Networking Breakfast

By Invitation Only

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Vision Quest Breakfast

*pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
9:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Vision Quest | What Happens When… We Learn To Fail Forward?

Introduction by: Brooke Rudd, 2027 NC REALTORS® President

In association leadership, mistakes are inevitable. Wasting them is optional. What determines the impact of a mistake is what happens next.

In this hilariously relatable and highly interactive session, communication expert Page Fehling explores why smart, capable people respond so differently when things go wrong, and how understanding those differences can help us recover faster, communicate better, and lead more effectively.

*pre-registration required

Speaker: Page Fehling
Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
10:10 AM - 10:25 AM
Vision Quest Morning Break
Grand Ballroom Foyer
10:25 AM - 11:30 AM
Vision Quest | What Happens When . . . Robert's Rules Meets Jeopardy?

Think you know parliamentary procedure? Put your knowledge to the test in a fast-paced, Jeopardy-style session led by Professional Registered Parliamentarian Carole Albright. Compete, collaborate, and learn practical strategies for navigating motions, managing meetings, and leading with confidence, all while enjoying a little friendly competition.

Speaker: Carole Albright

*pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Vision Quest | Lunch & 2027 William C. Bass Leadership Academy Introductions

*pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Vision Quest Session | What Happens When… Volunteer Leadership and Staff Partner Together?

Prepare for a successful year of leadership with nationally recognized real estate leadership expert Adorna Carroll. Drawing on decades of experience as a REALTOR® association leader, consultant, and strategic planning facilitator, Adorna will share valuable insights to help volunteer leaders step into their roles with confidence, purpose, and a stronger understanding of how to make a meaningful impact.

Speaker: Adorna Carroll

*pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
NC Property Management Division Meeting

The Property Management Division (PMD) of NC REALTORS® provides education, resources, and advocacy to support property managers across North Carolina. PMD works to elevate professionalism, address industry challenges, and create a strong network for members engaged in residential and commercial property management.

Event registration required to attend.

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Vision Quest Afternoon Break
Grand Ballroom Foyer
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Vision Quest | Roundtables: What Happens When… Leaders Gather Around the Table?

Connect with peers during dedicated roundtable discussions designed for Association Executives, Presidents, and Presidents-Elect. Share ideas, explore common challenges, and gain practical insights from leaders preparing to navigate the year ahead.

Roundtable #1 | What Happens When… Volunteer Leaders Gather Around the Table?
For Presidents & Presidents-Elect | Facilitators: Brooke Rudd and Renee Cooney

Roundtable #2 | What Happens When… Staff Leaders Gather Around the Table?
For Association Executives
| Facilitators: Colleen Curtis and Janet Kane

*pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Convention Committee Meeting

Event registration required to attend.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Property Management Division Reception

By Invitation Only

Event registration required to attend.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Past Presidents Council Meeting

Private Meeting

Event registration required to attend.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation Board of Directors Meeting

The NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation provides affordable housing and disaster relief to deserving families. Founded in 2004, the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charity that provides resources to create, expand and encourage homeownership opportunities for North Carolinians. The foundation promotes awareness of affordable housing issues by educating North Carolinians and their representatives about the barriers to homeownership and the resources needed to increase housing affordability.  The NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation also provides emergency disaster relief for victims who have lost their home through a natural disaster.  We raise funds from caring donors who want to build stable families and stable communities in our state.

Event registration required to attend.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
RRC General Membership Meeting & 2027 Installation of Officers

Event registration required to attend.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
President’s Reception Honoring Brooke Rudd

Hosted by: Brunswick County Association of REALTORS®
*Pre-registration required

Location: Carolina Hall
Carolina Hall

Thursday, January 28, 2027

Time
Speaker(s)
Location
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Winter Leadership Meetings | Registration

Pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Coffee Service

Event registration required to attend

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Communications Committee Meeting

Anticipates needs and measures the effectiveness of membership communication across all channels, with an emphasis on digital media and engagement.

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEI) Meeting

The DEI Committee develops programs and recommends policies to help manage risk in the area of housing discrimination and to help provide equal professional services to all.

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Economic Development Committee Meeting

Created to assist local associations and NC REALTORS® in efforts to engage with and support local, statewide and global economic development and business recruitment efforts in North Carolina.

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Professional Standards Committee Meeting

Responsible for promoting REALTOR® adherence to the Code of Ethics and maintaining the Grievance and Professional Standards hearing process.

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Partner & Sponsor Expo

Event registration required to attend

Location: Grand Ballroom Hallway
Grand Ballroom Hallway
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Legislative Forum

Event registration required to attend.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Appraisal Committee Meeting

A network of allied Appraisal professionals that communicate with each other and act as advocates to speak with a common voice to the interests of its members; collect and disseminate information beneficial to Appraisal professionals;  develop and recommend legislative policy/positions to the NCR Legislative Committee;  protect and promote the importance of the Appraisal profession; and advise/interact with NCR committees and leadership to provide information, solutions and assistance with reference to appraisal concerns.

Event registration required to attend.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Global Committee Meeting

The Global Committee was organized to assist local associations and NC REALTORS® in making the global real estate market more accessible, profitable, and ethical for NC REALTOR® members.

Event registration required to attend.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Risk Management Committee Meeting

Identifies current and potential areas of liability to REALTORS® to assist in managing the risks of doing business.

Event registration required to attend.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Innovation Forum

The Innovation Forum provides members across all specialties and market types an opportunity to discuss issues impacting the current real estate market as well as issues that will have either short or long term impacts on the industry or association. Issues and potential solutions will then feed into association committees for action.

Event registration required to attend.

11:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Member Forum & NC REALTORS® PAC 2026 Awards

Event registration required to attend.

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch on Own

Quick grab-and-go lunch available.

Attendees are on their own for purchase.

Event registration required to attend.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Treasurers Forum

Event registration required to attend.

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Commercial Committee Meeting

Collect and disseminate information beneficial to NC commercial professionals; develop and recommend legislative policy/positions to the NCR Legislative Committee; protect and promote the welfare of commercial property and ownership; and advise/interact with NCR  committees and leadership to provide information and assistance regarding commercial and investment real estate concerns.

Event registration required to attend.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee is responsible for the development and execution of the Association’s legislative and regulatory activities. The Legislative Committee is authorized and directed to develop a Policy Statement for the Association which outlines positions on various legislative actions or public policy issues.

Event registration required to attend.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Federal Political Coordinators (FPC) Meeting

The NC REALTORS® Federal Political Coordinators are REALTORS® who serve as the key contacts for each member of North Carolina’s Congressional delegation. NC FPCs ensure that the REALTOR® voice is heard on Capitol Hill and that federal decisions reflect the needs of NC property owners and communities.

Event registration required to attend.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
YPN Committee Meeting

The YPN Committee is the voice of a fast-growing group of REALTOR® young professionals who are focused on personal growth, networking, and association involvement. A dynamic entry point for real estate professionals striving to become more successful in their careers and looking to gain leadership experience.

Event registration required to attend.

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
AE Committee Meeting

Event registration required to attend.

6:45 PM - 7:30 PM
Inaugural Installation Reception

pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Inaugural Installation Dinner

pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom

Friday, January 29, 2027

Time
Speaker(s)
Location
7:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Winter Leadership Meetings | Registration

pre-registration required

Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer
Grand Ballroom Foyer
7:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Coffee Service
Grand Ballroom Foyer
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Region 5 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Region 6 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Region 7 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Region 8 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Region 9 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Region 1 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Region 2 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Region 3 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Region 4 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Region 10 Caucus

FIND YOUR REGION

Event registration required to attend.

10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
2027 NC REALTORS® Board of Directors Orientation & Meeting

All corporate powers are exercised by or under the authority of, and the affairs of the Association managed under the direction of, the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors administers the finances of the Association and has sole authority to appropriate money. The Board of Directors also approves the Association’s Strategic Plan, annual budget, and any amendments to the Bylaws.

Event registration required to attend.

Location: Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom

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