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12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
5:45 PM to 9:30 PM
West Side of the Hilton Lobby
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Invite Only
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Invite Only
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Bowling is free. Bowling is first-come, first-served. Food & beverages are available for purchase. The venue is reserved for only Ohio REALTORS Convention Attendees and is closed to the public during this time.
Casual Attire
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Closed
7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Closed
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Invite Only
9:15 AM to 10:45 AM
In the Legal Issues Forum, Cindy Lammert and Mark Rodio will discuss best practices and avoiding pitfalls on key topics in the post-settlement and post-COVID era, including: Agency, Teams, and Dual Agency issues; Best practices with Buyer Representation Agreements; Inducements and commission reductions; Steering/Discrimination issues; Licensee as a principal in a transaction; Wholesaling; and “Drop and Swaps” in residential transactions.
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Ticketed Off-Site Event
10:45 AM to 11:30 AM
Closed
11:00 AM to 11:15 AM
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Substance Use Disorder is a medical condition—not a moral failing. Unfortunately, stigma still surrounds those who struggle with it. People with SUD often face judgment, discrimination, and even shame, which can prevent them from seeking help. Education, empathy, and open conversations are key to changing this narrative. When we talk about addiction as a health issue, we help people feel seen, not silenced.
11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
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Ticketed Event
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Closed
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
The Potential of Infill Housing: Local Gov't Forum Presentation.
Zoning & Real Estate: Collaboration for a Smarter Future: Local Gov't Forum Presentation.
Jennifer Kuzma, Mary Cierebiej, Michael Love, Chris Alusheff
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Closed
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
In the ever-changing brokerage landscape, it's become increasingly important to consistently PROVE and IMPROVE your value to recruit and retain agents. Maura will discuss brokerage core values, the agents' WIIFM question, and how to illustrate the REALTOR® affiliation value. You'll explore how the "showing your work" concept both attracts and maintains agents, while providing agents a method to "recruit and retain" Clients for life for a strong pipeline in a challenging market.
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
In a landscape where change is the only constant, real estate professionals face the critical challenge of distinguishing themselves in a crowded marketplace. This session is tailored to empower real estate sales agents with AI tools to craft and communicate a Value Proposition that resonates with the modern consumer.
• Learn how to answer the pivotal question every client has: "Why should I work with you?"
• Don't miss this chance to redefine your professional narrative.
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Invite Only
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Closed
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ticketed Event
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Are you a real estate professional looking to save time and increase efficiency? In this program, you will learn 13 tools for using artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT to streamline your workflow and get more done in less time, increasing your ROI and ROTI. We will start with the personality of your target audience to close more deals, automate repetitive tasks with ChatGPT, and integrate AI into your marketing and communication strategies. Then, we will cover the latest tools and resources available for leveraging AI in your social media and how to incorporate them into your day-to-day work effectively. You’ll gain a solid understanding of using AI and ChatGPT to boost productivity and drive real estate career success.
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Closed
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM
Discover actionable strategies to strengthen your relationships with your sales agents by focusing on what you can control. Learn how to get closer to your team through 1:1 conversations, coaching, support, and consistent communication via meetings, email blasts, and social media. By providing clarity on what communication agents can expect and when, you'll foster trust, engagement, and productivity. Walk away with a plan to elevate your communication efforts and drive sales agent connection like never before.
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Closed
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Closed
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Wondering how other REALTORS® are changing their business to adapt to this low inventory real estate market? Do you need fresh ideas for your business to help you generate leads and get referrals from past clients? Top producing REALTOR® Shay Hata will share what new tactics top REALTORS® across the country are using in 2025 to grow their business while also being more efficient with their time.
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Box Lunches Available During Meeting
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Destination Cleveland | 12 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.
MLS Now | 12:30 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.
American Home Shield | 1 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.
Next Door Photos | 1:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Grab some lunch at the Expo and come enjoy the CE!
Almost 1/3 of the agents in the US got their real estate license during or after the pandemic and the only market they have known is a no-inventory market. As markets shift and the real estate business changes, so do the skills needed to represent the needs of today’s buyer and seller clients. Attend this session to understand the difference between buyer and seller markets, why the skills needed are different, and how to provide client services that ensure a great consumer experience!
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Topic: Local Community Involvement – discover how to lead with purpose and make a difference beyond real estate with Randi Brandt. Drawing on her experience as a REALTOR®, volunteer, coach, foster parent, and community advocate, Randi will share practical ways you can get involved locally, support small businesses, and inspire positive change in your own backyard.
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Want to boost your success through engagement at NAR? Join us at Convention for “Elevate Your Success Through Engagement at NAR.” Hear from NAR President Kevin Sears and a panel of peers as they share the many pathways to getting involved and growing your career!
1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Don't miss the 2025 MLS forum, where participants will be updated on the latest regarding the Delayed Marketing period, the use of floor plans in MLS listings, the best ways to avoid deed fraud, and the rise of the pig butchering scam aimed at REALTORS®.
1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
In this class we delve into how each generation communicates uniquely and how we as agents need to understand that prior to starting a business relationship to avoid disastrous results. We’ll discuss how we as REALTORS® could potentially deal with five different generations and the differences in communication styles. This program is fast paced, interactive and rather eye-opening.
2:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Closed
2:15 PM to 3:15 PM
The pandemic triggered the loss of 22 million U.S. jobs in under 60 days starting March 2020 – an economic and psychological shock. Interest rates plummeted to historic lows, fueling record-high commercial real estate sales. But by Q4 2022, rates surged, sales collapsed, and capital markets froze. Although 10-year rates briefly dropped in late 2023, they rebounded in 2024 and remain high. Despite steady employment, commercial real estate sales dropped over 50% in 2023 and continued to struggle – a “train wreck” period from 2022 to 2024.
The good news? The lending freeze is beginning to thaw. Office remains weak, but multifamily is rebounding, and retail and industrial are holding strong. Repositioning properties could unlock billions in opportunity for savvy investors. Join Ted to hear his forecast for markets, interest rates, and the economy through 2025 and 2026.
2:45 PM to 3:00 PM
Cards must be submitted to the OR Booth by 2:45 p.m. to be eligible.
How to Enter: Collect sign-offs from all participating booths to earn your spot on the Prize Honor Roll and be entered to win the Ohio REALTORS Tailgate Package Prize. Only one card per person is allowed. All participating booths must sign your card for it to qualify.
Winner Details: You do not need to be present at the time of the drawing. The prize must be claimed by 5 p.m. on September 16. If unclaimed, a second drawing will be held. The new winner must claim the prize by 12 p.m. (noon) on September 17. If still unclaimed, the prize will be donated to RPAC.
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Ticketed Event & Invite Only
The RPAC Impact Awards honor REALTOR® members who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to protecting and promoting the real estate industry through their lifetime investments in the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC). These distinguished awards recognize members who have reached significant giving milestones at the $15,000, $20,000, $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, and $100,000 levels, celebrating their lasting impact on advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels.
7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Shuttle loop service between Hilton and Hofbräuhaus
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Ticketed Event | Casual Attire
Thank you to our food station sponsors:
7:00 AM to 12:30 PM
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Invite Only
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
Join Ohio REALTORS® Government Affairs Staff as they provide an update on State, and Local Issues, to include an overview of current legislation and discussion of key real estate policy issues.
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Closed
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Master the skills to keep your deals on track—no matter what comes your way. This course will help you anticipate issues before they surface, spot red flags early, and guide your clients through any transactions. From financing fallout and low appraisals to last-minute remorse and unexpected setbacks, you’ll gain practical strategies and real-world insights that boost your confidence and reinforce your value as a trusted professional.
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Since the 1990s, buyer agency has provided a crucial service to homebuyers, giving them the option to have fair and equal access to representation in the transaction. In our ever-changing real estate landscape, the value of buyer representation is being challenged, as compensation offers are now moved off the MLS, buyer agreements are mandatory, and real estate agents are questioning not only how to continue to serve their buyer clients but also how they will be paid for their work. In this session, we’ll delve into the pivotal role of buyer representation in real estate transactions, particularly focusing on its significance for first-time and first-generation homebuyers while also considering fair housing implications and possible ethics pitfalls. Navigating the real estate market can be a daunting task, especially for those entering the realm of homeownership for the first time or coming from backgrounds with limited exposure to the process. This class aims to empower real estate professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively represent and advocate for these crucial demographics while ensuring fair housing practices are upheld.
3 hours civil rights credit, satisfies NAR’s 2-hour Fair Housing Training Requirement.
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Does it feel like you’ve hit a plateau in your business? It’s easy to deliver the same production over and over again unless you make an intentional effort to shut off the auto-pilot button and truly differentiate your business from the competition! Learn how to apply 10 relevant and timely success principles to eliminate what’s holding you back, create a “new norm” for your business, and generate more production than ever.
9:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Artificial Intelligence or AI is the science of making machines that can think, act, process large amounts of data, perform, be artistic and creative, and more like humans. While this technology has been around for decades, it wasn’t readily available to most consumers and small business owners. But that all changed with the launch of ChatGPT. But this game-changing technology has many downsides that if not implemented properly can cause all kinds of legal, ethical, and compliance problems for you and your business. By the end of this session, you will be more intelligent about this fast-emerging technology to ensure you stay ahead of the curve, improve your life, & boost your business efficiencies & customer service, all while using these tools in an ethical & compliant manner!
Sept. 15–17, 2025
Annual Convention & EXPO
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