NC REALTORS®

Virtual | NC REALTORS® Business & Committee Meetings
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-09-17 23:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual

Virtual | Ombudsman Training
2026-10-27 09:00 - 13:00
Get ready for an engaging, virtual training experience tailored exclusively for NC REALTORS® members!
This 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.
Through 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.**
**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!

Presented by

Stephanie Walker
Owner/President

Stephanie Walker & Associates

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.
Her 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.

Virtual | Legal Risks in Real Estate
2026-09-24 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-22 09:00 - 13:00
Real estate is risky business! That’s why you need all the right tools and information to manage the risks. This protects you, your livelihood and your clients. The focus of this class is to help you develop, implement, recognize, and monitor plans to address issues long before problems arise that could put your business in jeopardy. Learn about critical aspects of Federal and State law including fair housing, license, risk management and agency.

This class provides the following credit: 4 Hours of CE & GRI Designation
Member Price (with CE): $70.00
Member Price (no CE): $60.00
Non-Member Price (with CE): $80.00
Non-Member Price (no CE): $70.00

Presented by

John Wait
General Counsel

NC REALTORS®

John Wait joined NC REALTORS® in 2015. He previously worked solo at his own firm and clerked for several judges at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. When he’s not answering Hotline questions, he practices law at Martin & Gifford and enjoys playing soccer, mountain biking, road cycling, triathlons, and spending time with his family.
You can find John on:

Website

Virtual | Radon and Real Estate in North Carolina
2026-10-01 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-12-02 09:00 - 13:00
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.

Presented by

Phillip Gibson
NC Radon Program Coordinator

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

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.

Virtual | Day 2: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
2027-02-19 09:00 - 16:00
Day 2 of 5: Global Real Estate: Transaction Tools (required)
Registration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)
Audit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100
Daily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.)
Unlock 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.
Join 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.
This 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.
Embrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation.
*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.
Please note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page.

Presented by

Aldo Iemma

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.
In 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.

Samira Easton

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.
Born 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.
Samira 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.”

Virtual | Day 3: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
2027-02-22 09:00 - 16:00
Day 3 of 5: The Americas and International Real Estate (elective)
Registration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)
Audit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100
Daily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.)
Unlock 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.
Join 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.
This 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.
Embrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation.
*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.
Please note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page.

Presented by

Aldo Iemma

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.
In 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.

Samira Easton

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.
Born 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.
Samira 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.”

Virtual | Day 4: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
2027-02-24 09:00 - 16:00
Day 4 of 5: Europe and International Real Estate (elective)
Registration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)
Audit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100
Daily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.)
Unlock 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.
Join 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.
This 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.
Embrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation.
*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.
Please note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page.

Presented by

Aldo Iemma

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.
In 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.

Samira Easton

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.
Born 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.
Samira 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.”

Virtual | Day 5: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
2027-02-26 09:00 - 16:00
Day 5 of 5: Asia/Pacific and International Real Estate (elective)
Registration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)
Audit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100
Daily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.)
Unlock 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.
Join 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.
This 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.
Embrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation.
*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.
Please note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page.

Presented by

Aldo Iemma

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.
In 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.

Samira Easton

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.
Born 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.
Samira 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.”

Virtual | The Nuts and Bolts of Property Management
2026-10-21 13:00 - 17:00
Whether you’re a seasoned professional in the field of Property Management or just starting out, this course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to enhance your role as a property manager.
During this interactive session, we will delve into various key aspects of property management. Gain a deep understanding of proper accounting procedures to streamline your financial management practices. Learn about tenant screening systems that are compliant with fair housing laws, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection process. Explore the intricacies of habitability law violations and discover effective strategies for handling mold complaints.

This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE & GRI designation
Members (No CE): $70
Members (With CE): $80

Presented by

Mark Saunders

Real Estate Brokers Academy

Mark Saunders is a graduate of Appalachian State University and became a full-time REALTOR® in 2005.
He 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.
Mark has received a number of awards and forms of recognition in his career, which include:

2010 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Presidents Award for Outstanding Service and Dedication in the field of property management.
2013 National Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network of the Year winner
2013 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Presidents Award for Outstanding Service and Dedication to the local association
2016 Winston-Salem Association of REALTORS® Property Manager of the year,
2016 NC REALTOR® Innovation & Entrepreneurial Excellence Award
2018 was selected to the 2018 Triad Business Journal 40 under 40 Business Leaders Class

Find Mark on:

Website
LinkedIn
YouTube
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Facebook
Instagram

Virtual | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course
2026-09-17 13:00 - 17:30
This course will provide an overview of the framework of:

REALTORS®’ Code of Ethics, beginning with the aspirational concepts of the Preamble, then moving to the current Articles and Standards of Practice, and finishing with methods of enforcement.
Participants will then examine existing Fair Housing legislation with a focus on identifying protected classes, exploring the neurological basis of implicit bias, and strategies for effectively avoiding biased behavior in our real estate practice.

This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement
Hosted by: Intracoastal Real Estate Academy
Registration Fee: $65

Presented by

Katherine Kirchner
Owner/Lead Instructor

That’s My Instructor

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.

Virtual | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course
2026-09-30 09:00 - 13:30
This course will provide an overview of the framework of:

REALTORS®’ Code of Ethics, beginning with the aspirational concepts of the Preamble, then moving to the current Articles and Standards of Practice, and finishing with methods of enforcement.
Participants will then examine existing Fair Housing legislation with a focus on identifying protected classes, exploring the neurological basis of implicit bias, and strategies for effectively avoiding biased behavior in our real estate practice.

This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement
Hosted by: Encompass Real Estate School
Registration Fee: $65

Presented by

Dani Bucholtz
Director of Education

Encompass Real Estate School

Dani Bucholtz is the Director of Education and founder of Encompass Real Estate School. A licensed real estate broker since 2004, she brings more than two decades of experience in brokerage leadership, mortgage lending, compliance, transaction oversight, curriculum development, and professional training.
Dani is a North Carolina Certified Real Estate Instructor and an RPR Certified Trainer. She has served in managing broker and leadership roles across multiple states and is licensed as a real estate broker in North Carolina, South Carolina, California, and Tennessee.
Since founding Encompass Real Estate School in 2019, Dani has helped educate thousands of real estate professionals through continuing education, professional development courses, brokerage training, and industry workshops. She is known for making complex regulations practical and understandable, helping agents strengthen their knowledge, reduce risk, serve clients confidently, and build successful real estate careers.

Virtual | The Road to the Perfect Contract
2026-09-30 09:00 - 13:00
The Road to the Perfect Contract is a class that every broker will benefit from! This course will decipher the many parts of the Buyer Agency Agreement and the Offer to Purchase and Contract. You’ll walk out with the full understanding of the requirements of proper representation, tips on how to avoid miscommunication when entering into a Buyer Agency Agreement, utilize forms properly, and establish a working relationship with an unrepresented seller.

This class provides the following credit: 4 Hours of CE & GRI Designation
Member Registration (No CE): $70
Member Registration (with CE): $80

Presented by

Patrice Willetts

Patrice began her real estate career in 1985. After 30+ years of volunteering and advocating for things she believes in, her motto is “Been there, Done That, Got the T-shirt”. She is a past President of both Cape Fear REALTORS® and President of NC REALTORS®. She is a graduate of the NC REALTORS® & NAR’s Leadership Academy.
Patrice is always looking for ways to raise the bar of professionalism for our members. She is an approved instructor for the NCREC and teaches NAR and REBI designation and certification courses.

Virtual | Serving with Integrity: An Ethics and Fair Housing Course
2026-09-30 12:30 - 17:00
This course will provide an overview of the framework of:

REALTORS®’ Code of Ethics, beginning with the aspirational concepts of the Preamble, then moving to the current Articles and Standards of Practice, and finishing with methods of enforcement.
Participants will then examine existing Fair Housing legislation with a focus on identifying protected classes, exploring the neurological basis of implicit bias, and strategies for effectively avoiding biased behavior in our real estate practice.

This class provides the following credit: 4 hours of CE, NAR’s Fair Housing Requirement, NAR’s Code of Ethics Requirement & GRI Designation
Sponsored by: Durham Regional Association of REALTORS®

DRAR Member Registration
Non-DRAR members: Please contact services@durhamrealtors.org to register.

Presented by

Chris Barnette

Barnette Seminars and Real Estate School

Chris began his real estate teaching career on January 10, 2005, with HPW Real Estate School under the guidance of Tom Mangum and Kim Frye. After that first class, Chris knew that he had found his place in the real estate industry as teaching became a passion.
With experience in general brokerage, new home sales, property management, and investment, he has shared his stories from the field to help agents navigate the exciting yet often challenging business of real estate.
Chris later founded the Go School of Real Estate, which today stands as one of the top schools in North Carolina. Over the years, Chris has learned from luminaries in NC real estate education, including Tom Mangum, George Bell, and Bill Gallagher, among others. From this group, he has learned that real estate education can be entertaining and educational, instructors can be kind and informative, and competence is a goal worth striving for.
Currently, Chris serves as Broker in Charge of a real estate office in Apex, and he and his wife, Lisa, operate Barnette Seminars and Real Estate School.
You can find Chris on:

Website
Facebook

Virtual | Day 1: Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)
2027-02-17 09:00 - 16:00
Day 1 of 5: Global Real Estate: Local Markets (required)
Registration Fee: $350 (Includes all five days)
Audit Fee (For CIPS Designees Only): $100
Daily Rate: $120 (Contact education@ncrealtors.org for daily rate registration.)
Unlock 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.
Join 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.
This 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.
Embrace the world of global real estate with the CIPS designation.
*At Home With Diversity can be substituted for one of the three elective days.
Please note: If you are not an NC REALTORS® member, please click the register button and create a free account on the next page.

Presented by

Aldo Iemma

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.
In 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.

Samira Easton

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.
Born 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.
Samira 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.”

Webinar | It's Not You, It's New! - 2027: From Chatbots to Colleagues Pt. 1
2026-12-01 13:00 - 14:00
More information and registration coming soon!

Presented by

Marki Lemons Ryhal

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.
A 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.

Webinar | It's Not You, It's New! - 2027: From Chatbots to Colleagues Pt. 2
2027-01-20 13:00 - 14:00

Webinar | Expand Your Reach: Strategies for Serving Today’s Buyers
2026-09-21 13:00 - 14:00
Today’s buyers expect personalized service, clear communication and a real understanding of their needs. Is your business prepared to deliver?

Join nationally recognized speaker, business coach and REALTOR® Natalie Davis for practical strategies to help you build trust, strengthen client relationships and expand your reach in today’s marketplace. You’ll learn how to better understand client expectations, create stronger connections and position your business for continued growth.
You’ll leave with actionable ideas you can apply immediately to serve more buyers and remain relevant in a changing market.

Presented by

Natalie Davis

Natalie Davis is a nationally recognized speaker, business coach, and REALTOR® whose influence is shaping the future of real estate leadership. As the 2025 NAR Realtor Party Fundraising Liaison and past President of the Colorado Association of REALTORS®, Natalie brings unmatched experience and insight. She is also the co-host of the Reignite Resilience podcast and a T360 SP 200 Watchlist honoree, celebrated for her expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Natalie’s presentations are known for leaving audiences energized and equipped with actionable strategies they can apply right away. Her work has earned her RISMedia’s Newsmaker Crusader Award and the REALTOR® of the Year Award from South Metro Denver. Don’t miss the chance to learn from a leader who blends authenticity, wisdom, and practical tools to help you grow your business, strengthen your leadership, and expand your impact.

Partner Webinar | How Agents Can Use LinkedIn and YouTube to Win AI Search
2026-09-14 12:00 - 13:00
HubSpot’s new AEO research shows LinkedIn and YouTube are becoming key sources for AI citations, giving agents a new way to build authority beyond their website.
Join Roomvu live, to see how you can consistently publish hyperlocal posts and videos that can strengthen your authority with AI.
