Pre-registration and badges required to attend.

In today’s rapidly evolving world, innovation is key to effective leadership. This session will explore how AI and emerging technologies can empower volunteer leaders and association staff to lead with confidence and vision. This session will provide insights on leveraging tech tools to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and prepare for the challenges and opportunities of the coming year as AE’s, President, or President-elect. Join us to discover how embracing innovation today can shape a successful future.

Learn how to increase member engagement by reaching global opportunities. They help members to stay informed about international market trends, regulations, and opportunities, which can provide valuable insights for both local and international clients. A global committee fosters collaboration with real estate professionals across borders, opening the door to new partnerships, investment prospects, and cultural understanding.

Research indicates that people are far more likely to reach their potential when they feel appreciated by those with whom they work. Seventy percent of those employed say they feel little appreciation at work. This session will address the common approach to expressing appreciation, and why it is often ineffective. The Five Languages of Appreciation will equip you to personalize your efforts at expressing Appreciation.

In this session you will learn:

• The five languages of appreciation in the workplace.
• How to identify the primary language of those with whom you work.
• How to create deeper loyalty by personalizing expressions of appreciation.
• How to motivate by appreciation.

12:15 PM – 12:30 PM: Leadership Academy Class Introduction

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Networking Lunch

Stay ahead of the curve as we dive into the most pressing issues and emerging trends shaping the real estate industry in 2025 and beyond. This panel will explore market shifts, economic drivers, and key challenges that REALTORS® and industry leaders must navigate in the coming year. Join us for a dynamic discussion to gain critical insights that will help you lead your association and members through an ever-evolving landscape.

Explore the forward motion of North Carolina’s economy and the opportunities it presents for the real estate industry. Learn how REALTORS® can play a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing this growth. Discover actionable insights to help lead your association and community toward continued success.

John McPherson
Brenda Hayden

Sandra Barnhardt