| Schedule is subject to change. |
| Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013 |
| Start time | End Time | Function |
| 8:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. | VAR Registration Desk
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| 9:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | What Are You Saying? Cross Generational and Cross Cultural Communication
Speaker: Ron Phipps
This session will cover the basics of cross-generational differences in real estate. Understand generational norms and learn to speak the language of each generation. Identify the communication differences across age groups, including perceptions in response time and media preferences. Take home effective communication techniques you can use to bridge generational divides and incorporate the universal language of humor. Approved for 2 Hours Real Estate Related CE; 2 Hours Elective PL. |
| 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | Property Managers Council |
| 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | Information Management Committee |
| 10:00 a.m. | 12:00:00 p.m. | New Normal = New Skills
Speaker: Melanie McLane
Agents are challenged in today’s market on a number of fronts—pricing, financing, low appraisals, unqualified buyers; unmotivated sellers; and much demand on their time. We’ll talk about how to focus on the new normal of today and what skills are needed for survival. Approved 2 Hours Real Estate Related CE. |
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| 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | The Paper Plank: Plunging into the Digital Abyss
Speaker: Jason Pantana
What’s holding you back from going paperless? Join in as we explore key areas of concern in the real estate business to help you transition into effective paperless systems. We’ll share tools, technology, organization techniques, and much more. Approved 2 Hours Broker Management; 2 Hour Real Estate Related CE. |
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| 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Risk Management Committee |
| 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Professional Development Committee |
| 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Joint Public Policy Committee /Bill Review Subcommittee |
| 10:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Commercial Council |
| 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. | AE Council |
| 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | AE2AE |
| 1:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | Media & Spokesperson Training (requires ticket) |
| 2:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | Virginia Manager’s Council |
| 2:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. | Appraisal Alliance |
| 2:00 p.m. | 3:45 p.m. | iAgent: Tap Into Your Inner Apple Genius
Speaker: Jason Pantana
Be lightning fast, that is, utilize shortcuts, camera launch, key commands, calendar invitations, reminders, notes, saving versions, gestures, screenshots, Siri, keychains, drag-and-drop, and other general operational techniques to make full use of your Mac, iPhone, and/or iPad. No CE. |
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| 2:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m. | Risk Management: What You Say and Do Can be Used Against You
Speaker: Melanie McLane
Real estate licensees have duties and responsibilities to consumers and to their customers and clients. These duties are based on federal, state, and local laws and regulations. You will learn about the most frequent claims against agents; misrepresentation & fraud, and more. Approved for 2 Hours Broker Management; 2 Hours Real Estate Related CE. |
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| 2:00 p.m. | 4:15 p.m. | Board of Directors |
| 3:45 p.m. | 5:45 p.m. | WCR Chapter |
| 4:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | Housing 2020: What is Shaping the Future of Housing in Virginia
Speaker: Bob Adams, Housing Virginia
This program will look at the major trends that will determine the shape of the housing market this decade to help you understand what’s coming and how to be ready for it. Pending 1 Hour Real Estate Related CE; 1 Hour Elective PL. |
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| 4:00 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | Relocation Council |
| 4:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | RPAC Fundraising Chairs |
| 4:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | VLA Alumni |
| 4:30 p.m. | 5:45 p.m. | VAR Past President's Forum |
| 6:00 p.m. | 7:45 p.m. | RPAC Awards Reception |
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| Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013 - Day on the Hill |
| Start time | End Time | Function |
| 7:30 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. | VAR Registration Desk |
| 8:30 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | Legislative Briefing |
| 9:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | One-on-One Hill Visits |
| 10:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | VREEF Trustees |
| 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | NAR Directors |
| 12:30p.m. | 1:45 p.m. | Regional Caucus Lunch (Ticketed). Included in your registration fee, but you must request a ticket if you plan to participate in the lunch. |
| 2:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | Licensee Competency Town Hall and Mortgage Lenders Panel |
| 5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. | YPN Networking
Join YPN chapters from across the state for an informal meet & greet. If you are a YPN member at a local chapter or would like to learn more about how to get YPN up and running at your association. |
| 6:00 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. | Legislative Reception |
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| Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 |
| Start time | End Time | Function |
| 7:15 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | VAR Registration Desk |
| 8:00 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | FPC Training |
| 9:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | CRS BOD |
| 9:15 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | Local Presidents Forum |
| 9:15 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | Local Presidents Elect Forum |
| 9:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | Sneaky Regs - Little Known but Important Regulations!
Speaker: Blake Hegeman, VAR Legal Counsel
Learn what the regulations say about criminal convictions, referrals, disclosure of interest, agent/owner and online advertising, and more. Approved for 1 Hour Legal Updates CE; 1 Hour Elective PL |
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| 11:00 a.m. | 1:00 p.m. | Delegate Body Meeting
Don’t miss a chance to hear Virginia Senator Mark Warner give a Realtor® perspective on Washington’s ongoing budget negotiations. How will real estate be affected in 2013? Be the first to know! (Senator Warner will appear via private videoconference; his schedule precluded him from appearing in person.)
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Legislative Advocacy Conference 2013
