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CREB® Market Forecast
Finding out what's NEXT for Calgary real estate
Sano Stante, Incoming President, CREB®
Calgary's housing market appears to be turning a corner, but what's around the corner, What's NEXT? What financial indicators should be on our radar? How can we best navigate through what's to come NEXT? Join our incoming president Sano Stante for CREB®'s 2011 market forecast. Get a glimpse of what's in store for Calgary's housing market and learn what economic trends will impact REALTORS® the most.
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Keynote Speaker: Destination Calgary
Finding out the NEXT trends to make Calgary a greener, more innovative world-class city
Chris Turner, Author of The Geography of Hope: A Tour of the World We Need
What does a sustainable, vibrant and eco-friendly world-class city look like? How can Calgarians embrace sustainability? How can you grow your businesses in Calgary? Join Canadian author Chris Turner for a journey around the world and a closer look at what global cities and communities are doing to save the planet. Take this opportunity to hear about the NEXT housing trends, technologies and urban planning initiatives that can improve Calgary and further your business goals. Chris has documented his findings in his book, The Geography of Hope: A Tour of the World We Need chosen by The Globe & Mail as one of the best 100 books of 2010.
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Dimensions of Change
Forecasting demographic and economic change and applying it to your business
Andrew Ramlo, Director of the Urban Futures Institute
What consumer trends will affect your real estate business? Join one of Canada's most esteemed demographers and planning consultants, Andrew Ramlo, as he outlines strategies designed to address the challenges and opportunities the real estate industry faces in the decades to come. With a focus on the dimensions of change including demographic, societal, economic and environmental, Andrew will explain the ever-changing consumer base and ways to market to tomorrow's prospects. To succeed, you must focus on the demographic, lifecycle and lifestyle shifts within your market.
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Expert Panel: The Economic Cycle
Get a handle on the NEXT economy
Gregory Klump, Chief Economist,(CREA)
Todd Hirsch, Senior Analyst, ATB Financial
Patrick Walters, City Economist, The City of Calgary
With the real estate industry constantly changing and evolving, it is often hard to know what's next and what views to listen to. As REALTORS®, it is your job to have a finger on the pulse of the housing market and help clients navigate through the process of purchasing a home. What's the outlook for the real estate market? Is this the right time to buy or sell? In this session you will learn from an economic panel of experts about the cyclical industry of real estate and how to provide value to your clients by understanding the economic outlook for 2011.
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Twittology for the Real Estate Pro
Learn about the social media tool that is changing the way people connect
Eric Stegemann, Founder/Director of Business Development for Tribus Real Estate
Venture inside of the Twittosphere with expert Ginger Wilcox, who will share with you her tech prowess and extensive real world knowledge of what it takes to grow your real estate business through the use of social media. Twitter has had a dramatic impact on the way millions of people share information and communicate. Learn how savvy REALTORS® can manage their business, communicate with clients and engage them 140 characters at a time.
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'RIM'arkable Smartphones
In depth look at the thumb-spraining Blackberry
Saravanan Nagesvaran, Representative from Blackberry
The Blackberry has been the smartphone of choice for many business professionals for sometime now, and it's for good reason. Blackberry has mastered many of the business applications and software we rely on including e-mail, calendar, document and file access and address book. In this session, you will learn how to make your Blackberry work more efficiently for you and ensure you are maximizing the capabilities of your smartphone device.
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Living in an iPhone world
Tips and tricks to make your iPhone an efficient tool
Stuart Crawford, Ulistic
When the iPhone launched in Canada in 2008, it quickly became the gadget of gadgets and thousands were lined up to get the first ‘touch'. Now, the iPhone is almost an indispensible tool and offers unlimited possibilities to make businesses even better. Stuart Crawford from Ulistic will share valuable and practical tips to improve the efficiency of your iPhone. Learn what the must-have apps are and how REALTORS® are using the iPhone to improve the way they work.
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Google It
Managing your online reputation
Ernest Barbaric, Social Media Trainer & Consultant
Have you ever Googled your name? Are you happy with the results? As more and more individuals rely on social media and other online channels to make their buyer decisions, REALTORS® must seek new ways to connect with their existing clients, approach new ones and manage their online reputation. Working knowledge of the latest tools and techniques will help you manage today's market expectations. In this session, join Ernest Barbaric for a high-energy presentation designed to teach best practices, backed by data, for REALTORS® to consider to better communicate online.
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FUSIONMLS®: The Next Generation of MLXChange
Delve deeper into a REALTOR®'s single source for information technology with CoreLogic MarketLinx
Todd Targgart, Marketlinx
With about half of all real estate professionals in Canada relying on MarketLinx software and services every day, CoreLogic MarketLinx is the foremost provider of real estate information technology solutions for real estate boards and associations. From multiple listing service systems and membership management and accounting, to document and transaction management, Todd Targgart will provide you with an overview of new products and services all designed to streamline your business, save you time and help grow your sales.
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Love at First Site
A look at Ubertor's video-focused real estate agent websites
Stephen Jagger, Co-founder, Ubertor
REALTOR® websites have continually evolved, taking real estate business to a new level. Most often, your website is the first impression that clients have of your business. From online blogs and message board forums to online videos and customized maps, a REALTOR®'s website is an integral part of communicating with potential and existing clients. If you want to take your website to the next level, make sure you're at this session. You'll learn about the many customized, personal and flexible options out there to help grow your business and promote yourself online.
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Capitalize on Social Media
How to use CREB®'s new iPhone App and post your listings on Facebook
Jeremy Lehman, Prospects
Charles Drouin, Prospects
The iPhone is not just a phone; it is also a fabulous tool for REALTORS®. But which App is the “Killer App”? Discover Prospects Mobile, an incredible App that will give you full access to all of CREB®'s listings and much more!
Facebook has become one of the most powerful tools used to stay in touch with clients. In this session, you will learn how to automatically post your new listings, price reductions and recently sold listings on your Facebook page. This session will also instruct on creating a “My Listings” tab on your Facebook page.
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The New Facebook of REALTORS®
Reaching out to clients and prospects through Facebook
Eric Stegemann, Founder/Director of Business Development for Tribus Real Estate
To be on Facebook or not to be, that is the question. Facebook is an online phenomenon used by hundreds of millions of users around the world. For many, checking their status, friend requests and news feed has become a daily occurrence. As REALTORS® it is important to know how to leverage this social media tool to communicate with clients and prospects. Join Ginger, a leading technology expert for an information-packed session on how Facebook is changing the real estate business and how you as REALTORS® can utilize its capabilities to increase your bottom-line.
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Expert Panel: Green is the new Black
How the real estate industry is shifting to be more eco-conscious
Peter Grobauer, Manager, Member Services, CREB®
Dave Day, Director, Environmental & Safety Management, The City of Calgary
Jeff Reading, Director, Business Development, Climate Change Central
With environmental impact being a priority for many homebuyers and houses being a major consumer of energy, the demand for green home options is steadily rising. In recent years homeowners have been increasingly more concerned with having environmentally friendly features, reducing their carbon footprint, saving money on rising utility costs and learning the level of energy efficiency in their home. Join the expert panel of organizations who are committed to actions and initiatives dedicated towards environmental sustainability, and how you as a Calgary
REALTOR® fit in.
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Life in the Commercial Lane
Better understanding of Calgary's Commercial Real Estate Market
Mark St. Pierre, Trainer, Speaker, Mentor & Author of Good as Your Last Deal
As a commercial REALTOR® it is crucial to have professional negotiating skills, knowledge of the real estate market and a firm appreciation of the various neighbourhoods. During this session, Mark St. Pierre will share his extensive background and experience in commercial real estate and provide knowledge and technical ability to your commercial real estate career. Over his career, Mark has trained numerous high-profile real estate professionals and also assisted in the development of leading market research programs and databases.
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Risky Business, Rewarding Life
A look at the people who took great risks to create the neighbourhoods in Alberta's two largest cities.
Doug Kelly, Author of $100,000 An Acre
After over 30 years in the land-development industry, Doug Kelly started writing a book about the many characters behind the residential communities in Calgary and Edmonton. The book outlines how visionaries, opportunists, mavericks, executives, builder-entrepreneurs and planners helped shape Alberta's land development and housing industry in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. In this session, you'll learn the history behind the neighbourhoods you now work, live and play in.
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Expert Panel: Legal Matters
Real estate legal advice
Heather Bonnycastle, Q.C., McLeod & Company LLP
Lou Pesta, Q.C., Walsh Wilkins Creighton LLP
Jeff Kahane, L.Lb, Kahane Barristers and Solicitors
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, all REALTORS® face legal challenges, questions and issues as part of their job. Take the time to have your questions answered by our expert panel. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to real estate lawyers as they discuss today's most pressing and current legal issues. Arm yourself with expert legal advice to be a better REALTOR®.
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