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SUMMARY:Exclusive Meeting: House Minority Leader Jim Durkin & Senate Minority Leader Dan McConchie
DESCRIPTION:Strength in Numbers. Make an Impact. \nBe part of our most powerful advocacy efforts ever – a series of live\, uninterrupted virtual lobbying sessions with the most prominent and powerful members of the Illinois General Assembly. This year is one of the most important ever to protect private property rights\, your clients\, your right to conduct business\, and maintaining affordable and equitable housing in our communities.  \nSign up now to participate in these online lobbying days in mid-April and early May. \nLet’s show that we are united\, strong in numbers and resilient! \nreserve your space nowAbout Representative Jim Durkin\nJim Durkin (R) was elected Minority Leader of the Illinois House of Representatives in Aug. 2013. Durkin has served in the Illinois House of Representatives since 2006\, first representing the 44th District from Jan 1995-Jan. 2003 and now representing the 82nd District since 2006 when he was sworn in to replace Eileen Lyons after she retired mid-term. \nDurkin received an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University and a Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School. \nFollowing his graduation from law school\, Durkin served as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General. Durkin continued his public service as an assistant Cook County state’s attorney. While working as an assistant state’s attorney\, Durkin served in the felony trial and narcotics bureaus. Durkin currently practices law in the City of Chicago. \nDurkin currently resides in Western Springs with his wife and family. \nIllinois’ 82nd House District includes parts of Cook\, DuPage and Will counties\, including Burr Ridge\, Hinsdale\, Homer Glen\, Indian Head Park\, La Grange\, Lemont\, Palos Park\, Western Springs\, Willow Springs\, Willowbrook and Woodridge \nAbout Senator Dan McConchie\nDan McConchie (R) was confirmed as Illinois Senate Republican Leader on Jan. 13\, 2021. McConchie has served in the Illinois State Senate since April 2016\, representing the 26th District of Illinois Illinois. He currently serves as Minority Spokesperson for the Appropriations II Committee and the State Government Committee\, and is a member of the Public Health\, Higher Education\, Insurance\, Labor\, and Telecommunications and Info Technology committees. \nCurrently an energy consultant with Verde Solutions\, a full-service energy consulting firm\, McConchie previously served for nine years in the Army National Guard. \nMcConchie holds an undergraduate degree from Central Bible College and a M.A. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. \nMcConchie and his wife\, Milena\, reside in Hawthorn Woods and have two adult daughters. \nIllinois’ 26th Senate District is in the northwest Chicago suburbs and includes all or part of Algonquin\, Barrington\, Carpentersville\, Cary\, Crystal Lake\, Deer Park\, Fox River Grove\, Green Oaks\, Hawthorn Woods\, Hoffman Estates\, Island Lake\, Kildeer\, Lake in the Hills\, Lake Zurich\, Libertyville\, Long Grove\, Mundelein\, Oakwood Hills and Vernon Hills.
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/exclusive-meeting-house-minority-leader-jim-durkin-senate-minority-leader-dan-mcconchie/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Lobby Days,Advocacy Month
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SUMMARY:Lobby Days
DESCRIPTION:RegistrationWE NEED YOUR INFLUENTIAL VOICE\nFor the first time ever\, and with your support\, Illinois REALTORS® is introducing major legislation to create affordable and equitable housing and further protect private property rights. We also will be thwarting unnecessary regulations and needless property tax increases\, among other measures. We need our state’s top elected leaders to see that Illinois REALTORS® are united and strong.  \nDEMONSTRATE OUR STRENGTH IN NUMBERS\nThese are the most powerful members of the 102nd General Assembly. They need to see we stand ready and will actively be advocating for consumers\, their communities and private property rights\, and that we can influence the decisions that impact real estate in Illinois.  \nRESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW\nThese Zoom meetings have limited capacity\, so reserve your place now to demonstrate that Illinois REALTORS® are united\, strong\, resilient and interested in having constructive relationships with legislators in 2021.   \nApril 12\nApril 19\nMay 3\nFeaturing\nHouse Speaker\nChris Welch\nFeaturing\nSenate President\nDon Harmon\nFeaturing\nHouse Minority Leader Jim Durkin &\nSenate Minority Leader Dan McConchie\nApril 12\nFeaturing\nHouse Speaker\nChris Welch\nApril 19\nFeaturing\nSenate President\nDon Harmon\nMay 3\nFeaturing\nHouse Minority Leader Jim Durkin &\nSenate Minority Leader Dan McConchie\nStrength in Numbers. Make an Impact. \nBe part of our most powerful advocacy efforts ever – a series of live\, uninterrupted virtual lobbying sessions with the most prominent and powerful members of the Illinois General Assembly. This year is one of the most important ever to protect private property rights\, your clients\, your right to conduct business\, and maintaining affordable and equitable housing in our communities.  \nSign up now to participate in these online lobbying days in mid-April and early May. \nLet’s show that we are united\, strong in numbers and resilient!
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/lobby-days/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Lobby Days Main
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T140000
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SUMMARY:Illinois YPN Presents: YPN to Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join us as these rising industry leaders discuss their journeys to leadership\nKrista Becker\, Moses Hall and Erika Villegas will be sharing their stories of moving from YPN up the ladder to state and national leadership roles\, challenges they’ve faced along the way and strategies for developing your own leadership skills. \nFor the first time\, this YPN event will feature a special interactive breakout portion where we will dive a little deeper into conversation with each panelist individually\, giving you the opportunity to ask YOUR questions and network with fellow REALTORS®. No matter where you’re at in your own journey to being an industry leader\, you won’t want to miss this event\, register TODAY! \nRESERVE MY SPOTMeet the Panelists\nKrista Becker\nNAR YPN Advisory Board\nDuring her time in the industry\, Krista (formerly Krista Knight) has served as a volunteer leader on several committees at the local\, state and national levels. Serving the Young Professionals Network from local to state & national since 2011. In 2018\, she served as the committee chair of California Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network and brought home the State Network of the Year Award. She currently serves on the National Association of REALTORS® YPN Advisory Board\, proudly representing Region 10\, and on the NAR Multiple Listing Service committee. In Krista’s spare time you can find her with husband\, Philip\, enjoying a chispa\, traveling to their vacation rentals or cooking up a delicious spread at home with their golden doodle\, Bentley.   \nMoses Hall\nNAR Board of Directors & Chair\, Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum\nMoses started his real estate career in 2014 as a licensed REALTOR®.  Moses Hall specializes in commercial investment property acquisitions and commercial real estate dispositions. In January 2019\, Moses launched MoHall Commercial & Urban Development\, where his focus is redevelopment through commercial real estate and investment properties. Through collaborative efforts\, his ultimate goal is to revitalize communities and build wealth through real estate on the south side of Chicago. Moses’ mission has been highlighted in publications\, as he received the prestigious honor of being named Realtor Magazine 30 under 30 Class of 2019.  Moses currently serves as the 2020 National Association of Realtors Chair of the Commercial Economic Issues & Trends Forum and also on the N.A.R. Board of Directors. \nErika Villegas\nChicago Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors\nErika is a partner and designated managing broker at REMAX In The Village in Oak Park\, IL. In 2021 she also became partner at REMAX Town and Country in Aurora\, IL. Being fluent in Spanish\, her bilingual business platform gives her the advantage to help others pursue sustainable homeownership while achieving her real estate goals.  Erika is also recognized as a Top 250 Latino Real Estate Agent in the country by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) since 2013. She has been recognized with several awards for her service to the Realtor community. \nErika currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Chicago Association of Realtors and has served on several levels within the association including chair of YPN. She is committed to her community by serving on several boards over the years from her son’s PTA to Boys and Girls Club of Chicago. When she’s not working\, Erika enjoys cooking\, traveling and spending time with her husband\, her son Benicio\, daughter Victoria and baby Mateo. \nQuestions? Call 217-529-2600 or email events@illinoisrealtors.org \nAs a member of Illinois REALTORS®\, you are bound  by the Illinois REALTORS® Member & Volunteer Conduct Policy. \nNotice: By participating in an Illinois REALTORS® zoom event\, you understand that portions of the meetings or events may be audio recorded and that still or motion (video) pictures may be taken of me while attending the zoom meetings and event and I give permission for any such images\, videos\, or audio recordings to be used by and for the promotion of Illinois REALTORS®. All images\, videos and recordings shall remain the property of Illinois REALTORS®.
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/illinoin-ypn-presents-ypn-to-leadership/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:YPN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
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SUMMARY:Illinois REALTORS® 2021 Outlook
DESCRIPTION:You survived the pandemic and other struggles that our communities\, state and nation dealt with in 2020. Now\, hear about the plans of Illinois REALTORS® to aid us in being united\, strong and resilient in 2021 so that YOU can help your clients\, business and community like never before! \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/illinois-realtors-2021-outlook/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Interview: Legislative Black Caucus Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive: Leader of the powerful Illinois Legislative Black Caucus discusses their agenda with us! The clout of the caucus will be felt during this year’s General Assembly sessions like never before. Join us to hear from Illinois House Legislative Black Caucus Chair Kam Buckner. You don’t want to miss it! \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/exclusive_interview_legislative_black_caucus_leaders/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T120000
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SUMMARY:Strength of REALTOR® Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:How effective was our collective strength and political influence during the 2020 election? What does that mean for your business? Illinois REALTORS® Manager of Advocacy Programs Alex Finke will provide never-before-discussed deep insights into RPAC\, Illinois REALTORS® Calls for Action and the REALTOR® Party Mobile Alert. \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/strength-of-realtor-advocacy/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210125T120000
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SUMMARY:Legal Update
DESCRIPTION:It’s a new year but questions about operating your business safely and successfully still persist. So\, tune in to hear Betsy Urbance\, Illinois REALTORS® General Counsel and Legal Hotline Attorney Anneliese Fierstos as they answer members’ frequently asked questions about Administrative Rules\, virtual offices\, fair housing/diversity/inclusion issues\, and the Code of Ethics changes addressing hate speech. \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/legal-update/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
CREATED:20210104T194309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T183417Z
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SUMMARY:Business Issues Forum
DESCRIPTION:Get to know what you don’t know: What obstacles and opportunities await you in 2021? REALTORS® Sarah Ware\, Brian Kwilosz and Megan Oswald will engage in a lively and informative discussion about the business issues REALTORS® should be aware of and prepared to manage in 2021. Learn how to reduce risk\, grow your business\, and sharpen your skills; all through a lens that focuses on diversity\, inclusion and equality​. Expand your customer base and save time and money by navigating the obstacles that lie ahead. \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/business-issues-forum-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
CREATED:20210105T175103Z
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SUMMARY:Advocacy Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Questions on the outlook of the state’s housing policy and its impact on your business will be answered when our Immediate Past President Ed Neaves talks with Illinois State Senator Jason Barickman of the 53rd District.  Kinga Korpacz\, Chair of the REALTORS® Political Involvement Committee will provide the introduction. \nBACK TO MAIN WINTER MEETINGS PAGE
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/advocacy-everywhere/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
CREATED:20210104T193420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T204858Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois REALTORS® 2021 Legislative Briefing
DESCRIPTION:What happened? Legislators flew into Springfield for a brief lame-duck session and…Well\, Illinois REALTORS® Senior Vice President for Governmental Affairs Greg St. Aubin will provide members a recap of the lame-duck session and a glimpse of the legislative initiatives Illinois REALTORS® will discuss with lawmakers in 2021 to help your business and your clients. \nREGISTER FOR UPCOMING WINTER MEETINGS SESSIONS
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/illinois-realtors-2021-legislative-briefing/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Winter Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
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SUMMARY:Public Policy Forum
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR BUSINESS MEETINGS\nSee the full Business Meetings and Forums schedule of events\n\nPublic Policy Forum\n(Wed.\, Sept. 16 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.)\nThe Public Policy Forum features State Comptroller Susana Mendoza\, the first Hispanic elected to statewide office in Illinois and the first woman elected as Chicago City Clerk in 2011. Comptroller Mendoza has been an advocate for stability\, bipartisanship\, comprehensive budget solutions and transparency in financial reporting. She will brief the group on the current “state of the state.” The Public Policy Forum also will include a discussion with our statehouse lobbyists on the latest from the state capitol and a special presentation by University of Minnesota law professor Myron Orfield. Professor Orfield is a nationally recognized expert on the interplay of civil rights and regional development. He will help members understand the critical importance of sound housing policies to housing equality and affordability. \nTakeaways: \n\nA “state of the state” from Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza.\nThe latest information on potential legislative activities.\nThe need for housing policies that support housing equality and affordability.\n\nPanelists: \nSusana A. MendozaIllinois ComptrollerProfessor Myron OrfieldEarl R. Larson Professor of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Law • Director\, Institute on Metropolitan Opportunity
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/public-policy-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T202919Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Services Forum
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR THE FORUMJoin the LIVESTREAM\nSee the full Business Meetings and Forums schedule of events\n\n\nLegal Services Forum\n(Wed.\, Sept. 16 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.)\nBetsy Urbance\, General Counsel and VP of Legal Services at Illinois REALTORS®\, and Anneliese Fierstos\, Legal Hotline Attorney\, will share with you and your colleagues information on the most serious legal topics on the Legal Hotline as well as the major legal issues the association is tracking on your behalf. You also will gain insight into pandemic-related developments important to our industry\, relevant court decisions and updates on other key matters. \nTakeaways \n\nYou will be up to date on the key legal issues affecting our industry.\nYou will gain valuable insight for use in addressing future pandemic-related developments that could impact your brokerage.\nYou can prepare for the new rules and court decisions.\n\nPanelists: \nBetsy UrbanceGeneral Counsel and Vice President of Legal ServicesAnneliese FierstosLegal Hotline Attorney
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/legal-services-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T062358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T202823Z
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SUMMARY:REALTORS® Political Involvement Forum
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR THE FORUMJoin the LIVESTREAM\nSee the full Business Meetings and Forums schedule of events\n\n\nREALTORS® Political Involvement Forum\n(Wed.\, Sept. 16 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.)\nHere’s your chance to discuss mutually beneficial relationships between REALTORS® and policymakers\, the association’s grassroots activities\, and the value of member mobilization. This session will feature live chats with leading elected officials at the congressional and state legislative levels\, and their REALTOR® Federal Political Coordinator or State Legislative Contact. \nTakeaways: \n\nHow your involvement strengthens our advocacy efforts.\nThe steps you and your colleagues can take to make the REALTOR® voice heard on decisions impacting our industry.\n\nPanelists: \nTonya CorderFederal Political CoordinatorRep. Jim DurkinIllinois House Republican LeaderMike GobberRPIC Vice Chair and State Legislative ContactRobin KellyIllinois CongresswomanJoe KennyState Legislative ContactMatt SilverRPIC Chair and Federal Political Coordinator
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/realtors-political-involvement-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200915T140000
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SUMMARY:Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Forum – Emerging Issues
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR THE FORUMJoin the LIVESTREAM\nSee the full Business Meetings and Forums schedule of events\n\n\nMultiple Listing Service (MLS) Forum – Emerging Issues\n(Tues.\, Sept. 15 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.)\n\n\nWant to know the trends and issues affecting all aspects of the real estate industry today and in the near future? Rebecca Jensen\, President and CEO of Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)\, hosts a discussion with Denee Evans\, CEO of CRMLS and Sam DeBord\, CEO of RESO on how the pandemic could change how buyers and sellers use an MLS. Chris Haran\, Chief Technology Officer\, MRED will share insights into emerging technology trends followed by a discussion on business intelligence featuring Scholastica (Gay) Cororaton\, NAR Senior Economist and Director of Housing & Commercial Research. \n\n\nTakeaways:\n\n\nDiscovering the existing and future issues facing the industry.\nUnderstanding of MLS data and how it can be utilized in the commercial and rental industries.\nInsight on how the pandemic might change the behavior of buyers and sellers.\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\nRebecca JensenPresident and CEO of MREDDenee Evans HoferCEO of the Council of MLSSam DeBordCEO of the Real Estate Standards OrganizationChris HaranChief Technology Officer\, MREDScholastica (Gay) CororatonNAR Senior Economist and Director of Housing & Commercial Research
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/multiple-listing-service-mls-forum-emerging-issues/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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SUMMARY:Business Issues Forum
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR THE FORUMJoin the LIVESTREAM\nSee the full Business Meetings and Forums schedule of events\n\n\nBusiness Issues Forum\n(Tues.\, Sept. 15 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.)\nIn light of the nationwide diversity and inclusion dialogue\, this forum provides an in-depth discussion of implicit bias and how to promote diversity and provide fair housing equally and consistently. Illinois REALTORS® 2020 Business Issues Forum Chair Jeff Gregory and Vice Chair Sarah Ware will join REALTOR® panelists\, Nate Johnson\, Jasmyn Jefferson and Michelle Walker\, in examining the history of segregation and other systemic issues. They also will tackle the persistence of racial injustice in our nation and outline concrete actions that REALTOR® associations\, brokerage companies and real estate professionals can take now to collectively and individually turn this tide. \nTakeaways: \n\nUnderstanding the existence of implicit bias and possible effects when using common “tools of the trade.”\nWays to improve policies and change practices as we work to achieve the goal of racial equity in housing.\nTo quote Eddie S. Glaude\, Jr.\, chair of the Department of African American Studies at Princeton University\, who spoke during a recent NAR session with Michelle Mills Clement\, CEO of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®\, the focus of this session is part of a concerted effort to help us all “imagine being together differently.”\n\nPanelists: \nJasmyn JeffersonBranch Manager\, REALTOR® Windermere Real EstateNate K. JohnsonPresident of Real Estate Solutions Redkey Realty LeadersMichelle WalkerBroker-owner STL Buy & Sell\, REALTORS®
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/business-issues-forum/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200903T080000
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SUMMARY:Fall Business Meetings & Forums
DESCRIPTION:For the first-time\, Fall Business Meetings were offered online\, and featured forums on topics including diversity and inclusion\, fair and affordable housing\, MLS trends\, legal updates\, and REALTOR® advocacy. \nRe-visit these impactful sessions—or watch for the first time—to discover how to REVITALIZE your business\, capitalize on new OPPORTUNITIES for growth and become a more powerful INFLUENCE for community improvement. \nBusiness Issues Forum\nThe national reckoning on the topic of racial injustice is prompting tough conversations about implicit bias and the need for greater diversity and inclusion in the real estate industry. For real change to occur\, conversations must evolve into lasting actions and policies. Now is not the time to do nothing\, they said. “If you are not intentionally inclusive\, then you are unintentionally exclusive\,” said panelist Nate K. Johnson. Watch to learn more. \nMLS Forum: Emerging Issues\nWith more people working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic\, it is important for Multiple Listing Service organizations to capture data that helps consumers look for properties that will accommodate their new lifestyles\, such as home offices\, home gyms and home classrooms. And members can use data available in their MLSs to assist in making decisions in their marketing and in their overall business strategy. Learn more. \nREALTORS® Political Involvement Forum\nREALTOR® members are encouraged to vote in the Nov. 3 election\, volunteer for relationship–building assignments with local\, state and federal lawmakers and participate in member mobilization activities. Learn how. \nPublic Policy Forum\nState Comptroller Susana Mendoza shared a brief and impactful “state of the state.” University of Minnesota law professor Myron Orfield\, a nationally recognized expert on the interplay of civil rights and regional development\, shared the critical importance of sound housing policies to housing equality and affordability. Learn more from this insightful session. \nLegal Services Forum\nGeneral Counsel and Vice President of Legal Services Betsy Urbance and Legal Hotline Attorney Anneliese Fierstos discussed hot legal topics and relevant court decisions affecting the industry including handling multiple offer questions during today’s low housing inventory\, RELA Rules\, data scraping and website accessibility. \nQuestions? Email the Illinois REALTORS® Events Team at events@illinoisrealtors.org \nIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-02T10:14:40-05:00REALTORS® to honor Gillian\, Stevenson\, Peters and Bockenfeld at ROTY dinner April 13Illinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-06T17:00:13-05:00Watch: The Roadmap to a Better IllinoisIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-06T17:00:17-05:00Don’t Wait! Broker Renewal Deadline is Just Weeks AwayIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-01T17:11:54-05:00REALTORS® to salute Sorensen\, Nagar\, Nimchaiyong and Coleman at ROTY banquetIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-04T11:31:51-05:00REALTORS® to salute local ROTYs Broda\, Randazzo\, Miller and PalmIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-02T13:14:23-05:00This Is Your Moment to Impact Housing in IllinoisIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-04-01T17:02:37-05:00REALTORS® to celebrate Winchester\, Fritzsche\, Waller and Hernandez at ROTY dinnerIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-03-31T15:57:45-05:00Congratulations to 30 Under 30 Finalists Blanke and ChuiIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-03-30T17:30:38-05:00Be Part of a Historic Capitol Conference: Register TodayIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-03-30T10:51:36-05:00Baker Selected as a Real Estate Titan of Industry by The Real DealIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-03-26T12:45:25-05:00IN THE NEWS: REALTORS® Help Kick Off Governor’s Statewide Housing RoundtablesIllinois REALTORS® Staff2026-03-24T14:48:55-05:00REALTOR® advocacy limits scope of property registration proposal in Champaign
URL:https://www.illinoisrealtors.org/event/2020-fall-business-meetings/
LOCATION:Zoom Videoconference Platform
CATEGORIES:Industry Partners IR,Fall Conference
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