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2025 Winter Conference

Winter Conference Attendees: To view and download Session materials, please login to the Ohio REALTORS® Mobile app, or login to the web-version of the the Ohio REALTORS® Mobile app (Click Here For Details).

* Closed Meeting
Unless stated otherwise, dress code will be business casual for all events. 

 

Sunday, February 02

  • 10:00 AM to 2:45 PM

    WCR OHIO Governing Board Meeting

    Held at Columbus REALTORS® 

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  • 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

    My REALTOR Party Training Registration

  • 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

    *My REALTOR Party Training Brunch

  • 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM

    *My REALTOR Party Training

    *Dress code will be business casual 

    RPAC Guide

  • 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

    WCR OHIO Officer Installation

    Held at Columbus REALTORS® 

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  • 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

    Store Open

  • 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

    Registration Open

    President Sales Club Tickets will be scanned at the registration desk, not the door

  • 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    *My REALTOR Party Training Happy Hour

  • 6:15 PM to 6:45 PM

    President Sales Club Celebration Reception

    Ticketed Event - Tickets will be scanned from the app at the door

  • 6:45 PM to 7:15 PM

    President Sales Club Top 5 Awards Ceremony

  • 7:15 PM to 9:00 PM

    President Sales Club Celebration and Networking

    Featuring:

    Open Bar until 8:30 PM

    An assortment of food stations

    DJ 

    Multiple photo opportunities 

  • 7:15 PM to 7:45 PM

    Photo Opp with the Ohio REALTORS Leadership Team

Monday, February 03

  • 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    Registration Open

  • 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM

    Coffee and Doughnuts

  • 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM

    *Professional Development Committee

  • 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

    *AE Breakfast and Workshop

    Sponsored by AgentBook

  • 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM

    Mini Expo

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    *Federal Political Coordinators/ State Political Coordinators Training

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    *Finance Committee

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    Young Professionals Council

    Speaker: Heather Haase, Dayton REALTOR®, Keller Williams Advisors Realty
    Session title: Running a Successful YPN Chapter: Setup, Strategy & Tips
    This presentation is designed for YPN Chapter AEs, Chairs, and Staff Liaisons to help them elevate their local chapters to the next level.
  • 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

    Commercial Industrial and Global Business Alliance Committees

    Presenters:

    Presenting Virtually (8:00 am-8:45am) - Nadia Evangelou | Commercial Real Estate and International Business Trends

    Derek Lichtfuss- Managing Director in Newmark's Columbus, Ohio office

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    District #2 Caucus

  • 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM

    Convention Advisory Group

  • 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM

    *RPAC Trustees

  • 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM

    *PAF

  • 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM

    Building Bridges: Nurturing Realtor-Inspector Partnerships

    Moderator: Sue Van Woerkom
    Panelists: Julie Wills, Howard Hanna; Sara Foulk, eXp; Mike McCoy, RE/MAX; James Jones, Certified
    Master Residential and Commercial Inspector; Maureen Strbac, ASHI Certified Inspector, CPI, Nick Filipczak, ASHI Certified Inspector


    The goal of this panel is to help REALTORS understand the home inspection process and develop a
    greater working relationship with inspectors. Home Inspectors and REALTORS must work closely
    together to ensure a smooth transaction, with Inspectors providing critical insights and REALTORS®
    navigating the complexities of the process, and BOTH handling Buyers’ emotions. By fostering effective
    communication, sharing industry knowledge, and discussing common challenges, this panel aims to
    enhance collaboration between Inspectors and REALTORS®, ultimately improving the experience for all
    parties involved in a real estate deal.

    CE: 1 Hour Credit

  • 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

    Store Open

  • 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM

    *DEI Committee

  • 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

    Legal Issues Forum: Hot Topics, Trends, and Ohio License Law Update

    Presenters:

    - Daphne Hawk, ODRE Superintendent 
    - Kimberley Wells, ODRE Division Counsel
    - Todd Book, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Legislative Affairs
    - Stephen McCoy, Esq., Ohio REALTORS VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs

     

    Join Superintendent Daphne Hawk, Division Counsel Kim Wells, and your Ohio REALTORS® Legal Team as
    they discuss the latest legal trends and hot topics in Real Estate. Included in the program will be a
    discussion of the top license law violations and how to avoid them; the impact of HB466 and the NAR
    settlement on the practice of real estate; the new occupational license law reforms: and other pressing
    topics. Hear directly from the division about the latest developments in the practice of real estate.

    CE: 1.5 Hour Credits

    Sponsored by: ShowingTime

  • 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM

    *Legal Action Lunch

  • 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM

    Board President-President-elect Luncheon

    Ticketed event

  • 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM

    Networking Lunch w/ Exhibitors - Open to all

  • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    Legislative Update

    Presenters:

    - Andrew Huffman, Ohio REALTORS® Asst. VP, Government Affairs
    - Veronica Cardello, Ohio REALTORS® Asst. VP, External Engagement

     

    Join Ohio REALTORS External and 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.

    CE: 1 Hour Credit

  • 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

    *Meeting with NAR Leadership

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    Legislative Steering

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    Pro Standards

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    Communications Committee

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    ORLA

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    District #5 Caucus

  • 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM

    Property Management & Investment Forum/ Local Gov't Forum

    Housing Ohio: Tools for Development

    Join this dynamic panel discussion to delve into Ohio’s innovative guidebook Housing Ohio: Tools for Development, a groundbreaking resource designed to address the state’s growing housing challenges.

    The panel will feature experts who will explore the guidebook's practical tools, including zoning adjustments, free pre-designed building plans, and the pre-approved plans program. Learn how these strategies simplify the development process, reduce costs, and encourage infill housing on vacant lots in established neighborhoods.

    Panelists will share insights into the creation and application of the guidebook, highlight its impact on housing production, and discuss real-world examples of how communities can use these tools to overcome barriers to new construction.

    Presenters:

    Erica Spaid Patras, MCP - Director of Research for the Greater Ohio Policy Center

    Jon Melchi - Executive Director, Building Industry Association of Central Ohio (BIA)

    Krista LaRussa - Founder/President of The Arcaro & LaRussa Co.
    Moderator: Michael Jones
  • 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

    Member & Director Forum

  • 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM

    Installation Reception - Cash Bar

    *Cocktail Attire

  • 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

    Installation Program

    Sponsored by:

    REALTOR® Alliance of Greater Cincinnati

    Coldwell Banker

    Perfect Power Wash

     

    *Cocktail Attire

  • 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM

    Shuttle Loop

  • 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

    Installation After Party

    Featuring: DJ Vader Mixx

    Open Bar and a Variety of Food Stations

    Sponsored by REALTOR Alliance of Greater Cincinnati and Coldwell Banker

    *Cocktail Attire

Tuesday, February 04

  • 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

    Winter Conference Registration

  • 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM

    Past Presidents Breakfast

  • 7:45 AM to 10:30 AM

    Board of directors Voting Training

  • 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    Mini Expo

  • 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

    *Board President / President-Elect Bootcamp

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    District #3 Caucus

  • 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

    District #1 Caucus

  • 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

    2025 Housing & Economic Forecast

    Presenter:
    Logan Mohtashami, HousingWire Lead Analyst

     

    HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami will share his forecast for the U.S. housing market and the
    economy in 2025. He won't just present a prediction; he'll also offer a current and insightful perspective
    on the economy. The past few years have contrasted sharply with the economic cycle of the previous
    decade. This program will help guide you through to the end of 2025, using data to inform each step of
    the way. Logan also promises that by the end of the event, you will know more about housing than
    99.9% of the people on planet Earth.

    CE: 1 Hour Credit

  • 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM

    MLS Forum

    Topic: Pannel discussion from Columbus, MLSNow, Firelands and WRIST concerning the MLS over the past 6 months and the future

    Join this panel discussion to hear about how the MLS has changed since the NAR settlement. Did members experience hardship understanding new rules? Have you started to formulate a plan for a standalone membership if the tie in agreement with NAR should change? Fraudulent listings entered in MLS for sale by agents who were scammed by a fake “seller” without the actual seller’s knowledge that their property had been listed for sale Wholesaling listings and entry in MLS – Columbus has recently made some regulations around wholesaling. HB 466 requirement of agency agreements for the listing and selling side. What challenges do you see in the future?

  • 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    *Executive Committee

  • 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    Lunch

    Open to All

  • 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    *Board of directors Check -In

  • 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

    *Board of Directors

Feb. 03 - Feb. 04 - Hilton Columbus at Easton

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