BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Chicago Association of REALTORS® - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chicagorealtor.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Chicago Association of REALTORS® REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T183000 DTSTAMP:20250303T155517Z CREATED:20240502T174126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T155517Z UID:10000090-1716913800-1716921000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:The D77 Community Meetups DESCRIPTION:The D77 Community Meetups\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking: Free street parking is available around the restaurant. Some parking locations may require a fee. \n\n\n\n\ntickets\n\n\n\nMembers: Complimentary \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Tuesday\, May 28 at midnight. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to the D77 Community Meetups! Every fourth Tuesday of the month\, join the D77 committee for an informal networking event where we’ll support a local business\, connect with local leaders and share business ideas with the Chicago REALTOR® community. \n\n\n\nWHo’s invited?\n\n\n\nEach month\, we pick a different location across our diverse 77 neighborhoods. We welcome all new and experienced REALTOR® members\, affiliate members and industry partners. Have a local place in mind? Email us! \n\n\n\nSave the date for future monthly meetups: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 25\n\n\n\nSeptember 24\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAsian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJewish American Heritage Month\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Jewish American Heritage month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with the D77!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/the-d77-community-meetups-4/ LOCATION:Alynia zushi & karaoke lounge\, 3051 South Archer Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States CATEGORIES:D77 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95e73f7a3747cc56d2b887b2e1919624-1QTrPp.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T110000 DTSTAMP:20240514T184229Z CREATED:20231208T220758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T184229Z UID:10000055-1716974100-1716980400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:YPN Breakfast: Show Like A Pro DESCRIPTION:YPN Breakfast: Show Like A Pro\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your day with business advice\, compelling discussions and new connections at our monthly meet-ups. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while you catch up with your YPN friends and make new connections. \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’re unpacking how to prepare your buyers and yourself for showings. Our guest experts will share their pre-showing systems and routines\, how they educate and empower their clients and keep professionalism at the forefront of their business. \n\n\n\nBONUS: Kickstart your networking at 9:15 AM!\n\n\n\nMake connections and foster new business opportunities! This year\, we’ve added a unique opportunity for you to connect with YPN committee members\, sponsors and other Chicago real estate professionals before the main event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManny’s Coffee Shop & Deli | 1141 S Jefferson St.\, Chicago\, IL 60607 \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, May 28 at Noon \n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with like-minded professionals!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAsian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJewish American Heritage Month\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Jewish American Heritage month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Platinum Business Partner\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Breakfast Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeVon Chandler\n\n\n\nHudson Burnham Real Estate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlexandre Stoykov\n\n\n\nCOMPASS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlice Weinert\n\n\n\nHaven & Loft Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCinny Chui\n\n\n\nYPN Advisory Board Member | Moderator \n\n\n\nCentury 21 Realty Associates \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Gain timely business advice!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nways to elevate your business today:\n\n\n\n\nCatch up on the latest YPN Podcast Episodes.\n\n\n\nMeet the 2023-2024 YPN Board and sign up for their monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and happenings!\n\n\n\nCheck out the YPN On-Demand Video Library.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/ypn-breakfast-may/ LOCATION:Manny’s Coffee Shop & Deli\, 1141 South Jefferson Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States CATEGORIES:YPN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/f6591cd1d118d84e613032f7fa7f357b-EvGRiH.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T103000 DTSTAMP:20250303T155446Z CREATED:20230808T212427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T155446Z UID:10000020-1717491600-1717497000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Coffee With Your GAD DESCRIPTION:Coffee With Your GAD\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nMembers: Complimentary \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to Coffee with Your GAD\, an informal meeting to discuss legislative issues affecting the Chicago real estate market! \n\n\n\nWHAT IS A “GAD”?\n\n\n\nYour Chicago Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Director (GAD) will provide an overview of our current advocacy initiatives and concerns. This is your opportunity to understand how policy is being crafted and what the GADs are doing at City Hall and the Cook County Building. We discuss it all – the politics\, policies\, proposed laws and personnel impacting your clients and your business. You can also expect occasional drop-ins from elected officials and policymakers. \n\n\n\nBRING YOUR QUESTIONS\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from you too! Coffee with Your GADs encourages two-way dialogue. Come and share what you’re seeing in the market and issues of concern! Please note this will be an interactive and collaborative event among all attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate by having their video turned on throughout the event. \n\n\n\njune is PRIDE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This PRIDE month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/coffee-with-your-g-a-d-s-8/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/7cf1c339f58342a25ac2df07fec56d36-5uiRrM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T170000 DTSTAMP:20240109T223730Z CREATED:20240109T223729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T223730Z UID:10000068-1718094600-1718125200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Closed For Organizational Advancement DESCRIPTION:Closed For Organizational Advancement\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\nN/A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur offices will be closed for organizational advancement. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Thank you. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/closed-for-organizational-advancement-4/2024-06-11/ CATEGORIES:Office Closed ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Voice-for-RE-blog-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T150000 DTSTAMP:20250501T144056Z CREATED:20240202T181008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T144056Z UID:10000078-1718269200-1718290800@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit: Leading with Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion DESCRIPTION:Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit: Leading with Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nForward-thinking DEI requires a 360-degree view of where the Chicago real estate industry has come from\, where we are and where we’re going. That’s where the Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit comes in.  \n\n\n\nWe’re creating a space for the Chicago real estate community to learn about key DEI topics\, forge powerful connections with inclusive leaders and explore new ways to be a champion for diversity\, equity and inclusion in our communities. Join us for an interactive and empowering experience you don’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nMeet the speakers and browse the sessions below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nAmazing Space | 625 W. Adams St.\, Chicago\, IL 60661 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-registration closes Wednesday\, June 12 at midnight. \n\n\n\n\nYour Ticket Includes\n\n\n\n\nInteractive discussions about key DEI topics.\n\n\n\nThe chance to forge powerful connections with inclusive leaders and sponsors.\n\n\n\nA continental breakfast\, delicious lunch and refreshments throughout the sessions.\n\n\n\nA special musical performance by Divisi’s Amp’d String Quartet.\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Be A Changemaker\n Get together with 200 real estate professionals as we discuss ways we can be better champions for equity and inclusion in our industry and in homeownership. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent emcee\n\n\n\nErika Maldonado | Director of Communications & Hispanic Liaison\, Cook County Treasury \n\n\n\nMeet Erika Maldonado\nErika Maldonado\, Director of Communications and Hispanic Liaison for the Cook County Treasury\, plays a critical role in educating and informing the county’s Latino community about property taxes and programs administered by the treasury. She joined this relevant office in the second largest county in the country in February 2024.  \n\n\n\nErika’s journey began in her native Venezuela\, where she ventured into television as a news anchor. In 1998\, she decided to migrate to the United States to continue his journalism studies. She graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication (Cum Laude) and a Master’s Degree in Investigative Journalism. And in 2004 she joined the Univision Chicago family.  \n\n\n\nFor 10 years\, Erika worked closely with the Latino community as a reporter. She also contributed to Univision’s Network programs\, such as Primer Impacto\, Noticiero Nacional and Despierta América. In October 2014\, she was named Main Anchor for 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. weekday newscasts. In October 2018\, she took on the challenge of hosting ‘Al Punto Chicago’\, a political and community interview and analysis show.  \n\n\n\nErika’s daily motivation lies in serving the Latino community. Her outstanding work has earned her 7 Emmy Awards\, 26 nominations\, a Terkel Studs Award\, and two nominations for the prestigious Peter Lisagor Award. In addition\, she has received recognition from organizations such as Gift of Hope and the Hispanic Media Award from the Illinois Secretary of State.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJump to Conference Topics\n\n\n\n\njune is PRIDE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This PRIDE month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Event Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Partner Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Session Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Custom Water Bottle Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Break Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Staging Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Media Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\nConference Topics & Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenerational Wealth Through Homeownership\n\n\n\nHomeownership is the number one wealth generator in the United States; it’s also the foundation Paula Williams Madison and her family used to build their own. In this session\, Paula shares lessons learned\, the importance of finding your roots\, how homeownership affects our career-defining moments and how she uses her voice to promote inclusivity regarding access to generational wealth. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakerS:\n\n\n\n\nMichelle Mills Clement | Chief Executive Officer\, Chicago Association of REALTORS® \n\n\n\nPaula Williams Madison | Chairman and CEO\, Madison Media Management LLC \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the speakers!\n\n\n\nMeet Michelle Mills Clement\nMichelle Mills Clement is the CEO of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. With thirteen years of association management experience\, she previously served as president and CEO of the Commercial Brokers Association (CBA) and as association executive for the Washington State Commercial Association of REALTORS®. She is an active member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE): The Center for Association Excellence and the Association Forum of Chicagoland. \n\n\n\nIn 2019\, she was selected as one of six association leaders for ASAE’s prestigious Fellows Program. Recently\, she was named one of Crain’s Chicago Businesses’ 40 Under 40 and a Bisnow “Power Woman.” She is one of just 39 leaders in the nine-month Chicago Urban League IMPACT Leadership Development Program\, hosted through the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. A native Chicagoan\, she enjoys political campaign fundraising and volunteer management. When not with her family\, she volunteers as President for the Bradley University Black Alumni Alliance. She is also an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. \n\n\n\nMichelle has a bachelor’s degree in communication from Bradley University in Peoria\, a master’s degree in nonprofit management from DePaul University\, a certificate in commercial real estate from the University of Washington and the Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification from ASAE. \n\n\n\n\nMeet Paula Williams Madison\nPaula Williams Madison is Chairman and CEO of Madison Media Management LLC\, a media consultancy company with global reach and 88 Madison Media Works Inc.\, a media production company\, both based in Los Angeles. Her story of creating generational wealth started with real estate investments in brownstones in New York City.  \n\n\n\nIn 2011\, Madison retired from NBCUniversal where she was Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer and a company officer of GE which was the then-owner of NBCU. From 2000 to 2007\, Madison was President and General Manager of NBC4 Los Angeles. She was also Los Angeles Regional GM for NBCU’s Telemundo TV stations. From 1996-2000\, Madison was Vice President and News Director of NBC4 New York.  \n\n\n\nMadison’s numerous honors include being named one of the 75 Most Powerful People in Corporate America by Black Enterprise Magazine in 2005\, and included in the Hollywood Reporter’s “Power 100.”  \n\n\n\nShe also was honored with the Chinese American Heritage and Legacy Award by the Los Angeles Chinese American Museum in 2015.  \n\n\n\nIn 2013\, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti appointed Madison to the Los Angeles Police Commission\, where she served as Vice President until 2015. Madison is a principle owner of The Africa Channel\, the longest-running independent\, minority-owned media company which presents pan-African content to US audiences and an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She also serves on the boards of the Black Filmmaker Foundation\, the Chinese American Museum of Los Angeles\, the Center for Asian American Media\, the New York Hakka Conference\, Sabio Holdings Inc.\, the Morgan State University School of Global Journalism and Communication\, AlphaGen Venture Capital Pte. Ltd.\, a Singapore-based venture capital fund\, and chair of The Nell Williams Family Foundation. She also is a member of the Committee of 100\, a leading organization for Chinese Americans on civic engagement\, public policy\, arts\, culture and philanthropy.  \n\n\n\nFormer Owner/CEO of the Los Angeles Sparks WNBA basketball team\, she served on the league’s Board of Governors before selling the team to Magic Johnson in 2014.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Do’s and Dont’s of Serving Clients with Disabilities\n\n\n\nToday\, an estimated 1.3 billion people – or 16% of the global population – experience a significant disability. Now more than ever it’s important that REALTORS ® know how to serve clients with a disability. Hear inspiring stories on how everyday actions involving compassion\, responsibility and service can transform lives. John hopes that his presentation will encourage a greater understanding of accessibility when it comes to discussing and applying diversity\, equity and inclusion. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\n\n\n\nJohn Young | National Speaker and REALTOR®\, RE/MAX Metro Washington DC\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the speaker!\n\n\n\nMeet John Young\nIn 2004\, John Young merged his previous work experience in advertising\, marketing\, sales and management into a career as a REALTOR®. In 2009\, his personal and professional life took a transformative turn when he became the parent of a non-verbal daughter with autism. Over the next decade\, John’s professional journey was shaped through his own personal experiences and by the many special needs clients\, families and caregivers he encountered and served along the way. In 2019\, John began speaking on serving clients with special needs and hopes that his presentations inspire a greater understanding that DEI is intended to address issues of accessibility\, inclusion\, diversity\, and equity for ALL individuals. John brings his passion for helping others to everything he does and strives to make a positive difference in our industry for both clients and fellow REALTORS®.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying & Exploring Appraisal Bias Solutions in 2024 \n\n\n\nWe’ve read the stories in the news and industry reports of continued bias in appraisals. The facts remain: bias impacts not only communities of color\, but ALL communities. During this discussion\, we welcome national leaders and experts who are advancing solutions to this ongoing issue through policy\, advocacy and education. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakerS:\n\n\n\n\n2024 President-Elect Lutalo McGee | Owner\, Ani World LLC\n\n\n\nChristopher J. Posey | Certified Real Estate Appraiser\, CJP Appraisal Services\, LLC\n\n\n\nKaren Freeman-Wilson | President and Chief Executive Officer\, Chicago Urban League\n\n\n\nFrank Williams | Managing Broker and Appraiser\, F.J. Williams Realty\, LLC\n\n\n\nMaureen Sweeney | Real Estate Appraiser\, Consultant and Educator\, Maureen Sweeney\, Real Estate Appraiser Ltd. \n\n\n\nScott Reuter | Single Family Chief Appraisal Officer\, FreddieMac  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the speakers!\n\n\n\nMeet Lutalo McGee\nLutalo McGee is the Owner of Ani World LLC\, an umbrella company for Ani Real Estate\, Ani Title\, the Black Male Real Estate Expo\, Ani Development Group and Ani Appraisal Management.   \n\n\n\nAs a real estate practitioner\, Lutalo has been a member of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR)\, the Illinois REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS® for 18 years\, and was recognized as a Top Producer for CAR in 2014 and 2016 – 2021. In recent years\, he was recognized and awarded the Chicago Association of REALTORS® 2019 Managing Broker of the Year Award\, and the 2020 Chicago Association of REALTORS® Community Service Award.   \n\n\n\nLutalo currently sits as the Treasurer of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and sits on the Local Government Affairs and Local Government Independent Expenditures committees for the Illinois REALTORS®. He also chairs the Housing Committee for Operation PUSH and Project Manager for the Appraisal Task Force for the Chicago Urban League.   \n\n\n\nNon-real estate related\, Lutalo is a Director on the Board at Ada S McKinley Community Services; A 100-year-old nonprofit committed to providing essential services that allow individuals to become self-sufficient and economically viable.   \n\n\n\nPrior to his full immersion into the Real Estate field in 2013\, Lutalo was a career educator and held a number of positions including teacher\, dean\, coach and mentor over his years in the education field.  \n\n\n\n\nMeet Christopher J. Posey\nChristopher Posey is a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser with over 18 years of experience appraising several types of residential and low-income properties in the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs\, in addition to commercial properties in conjunction with a certified general real estate appraiser (mixed‐use\, storefronts\, retail/office buildings\, multi‐unit apartment buildings\, vacant commercial land\, restaurant\, and houses of worship. \n\n\n\n\nMeet Karen Freeman-Wilson\nKaren Freeman-Wilson began serving as President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League in January 2020. She brings a passion for equity and social justice to the organization\, which works to advance economic\, educational\, and social progress for African Americans through direct service and advocacy. Having served in the public arena most of her professional life\, Freeman-Wilson has deep experience in addressing issues that impact urban communities. She was mayor of her hometown of Gary\, Indiana\, from 2012 through 2019. She was the first female to lead the city of Gary and the first Black female mayor in Indiana. Her mayoral accomplishments include job creation\, completion of a $100 million airport runway relocation\, and the development of key areas in the city.   \n\n\n\nFreeman-Wilson previously served as Indiana Attorney General\, Director of the Indiana Civil Rights Commission\, and presiding judge of the Gary City Court. She also served as Executive Director of the National Drug Court Institute and CEO of the National Association of Drug Court Professionals\, where she is currently Board Chair.   \n\n\n\nFreeman-Wilson is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School. She is a past President of the National League of Cities\, past Chairperson of the Criminal and Social Justice Committee of the U.S. Conference of Mayors and sits on the National Policing Institute Board of Directors; Center for Community Progress Board of Directors; . She is a member of Israel C.M.E. Church; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.; the Links\, Inc.; the NAACP; the Urban League of Northwest Indiana and the Indiana Bar.   \n\n\n\nFreeman-Wilson and her husband Carmen Wilson II have a blended family of four children.  \n\n\n\n\nMeet Frank Williams\nFrank Williams embarked on a career in real estate with a desire to change the industry – and there is no doubt that in his longtime REALTOR® service\, he has done just that. \n\n\n\nFrank entered the industry in 1971\, following the civil rights movement. He quickly caused a stir. “I looked at people like Sheldon Good and Arthur Rubloff\, and I said\, ‘I want to climb that mountain and get that high in the industry\,’” he said. \n\n\n\nFrank’s mission was to ensure the American dream of homeownership was attainable to everyone\, regardless of the color of their skin\, and he has spent the majority of his career fighting tirelessly to make housing accessible for all. \n\n\n\n\nMeet Maureen Sweeney\nMaureen Sweeney\, SRA\, AI-RRS\, has been a residential real estate appraiser since 1989. She is the 2024 Vice Chair of NAR’s Real Property Valuation Committee. From 2005 through 2017\, she served as a member of the Illinois Real Estate Appraisal Administration and Disciplinary Board. She is a national instructor with the Appraisal Institute and is their author of The Valuation of Condominiums\, Cooperatives\, and PUDs\, as well as the developer of their on-line and in-class 7-hour Appraising Condos\, Co-ops\, and PUDs seminars. She is an Appraiser Qualifications Board Certified USPAP Instructor. Maureen shares her knowledge with law enforcement and real estate professionals at various meetings and conferences. Maureen specializes in the valuation of residential and small income-producing properties and litigation support. She resides in Chicago\, Illinois.  \n\n\n\n\nMeet Scott Reuter\nScott Reuter is the Single-Family Chief Appraiser and Director of Valuation for Freddie Mac. He is a Certified-General Appraiser with 30+ years of experience in valuation\, appraisal and collateral risk management concerns.   \n\n\n\nHe holds a B.A. from The Ohio State University and has completed the Executive Leadership program at Cornell University. His management experience includes positions with Bank of America\, GE and Goldman Sachs. Scott is a second-generation appraiser and began his career as a practicing fee appraiser.   \n\n\n\nHis team leads the effort for ongoing development and refinement of property valuation risk management strategies\, underwriting products\, and establishing and maintaining a credible quality assurance process across multiple lines of business support.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAn Introduction to Neurodiversity\n\n\n\nThe term neurodiversity was coined in the 1990s and has gained mainstream attention in recent years. As recognition of the natural diversity of our minds has grown\, the Neurodiversity Movement was introduced to advocate for acceptance\, not just awareness\, of these differences. This seminar will provide an overview of neurodiversity\, examine the need for a paradigm shift from problematizing individuals’ differences and share practical strategies to promote acceptance and connect with neurodiverse home buyers. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\n\n\n\nDr. Abigail Cruz\, PhD | Staff Therapist & Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives Coordinator\, Carnegie Mellon University\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the speaker!\n\n\n\nMeet Dr. Abigail Cruz\nDr. Abigail Cruz is a licensed psychologist. As the DEI Initiatives Coordinator\, she provides practical seminars on neurodiversity for students\, faculty and staff and facilitates workshops to strengthen the cultural responsiveness of the counseling center to foster well-being across the campus community. Dr. Cruz is passionate about supporting mental health through decreasing stigma\, increasing access to care\, and using an intersectional and social justice-oriented lens in her work. She is a Filipino-American child of immigrants and hopes to empower others to explore\, reclaim\, and connect with their culture(s) and embrace an identity that is uniquely and authentically theirs. Dr. Cruz is a practitioner-scholar who values being a lifelong learner and incorporating insights from her clinical work with current literature into her work as a therapist\, speaker\, and advocate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nReal Talk in Real Estate: A Brave Space for an Open Discussion \n\n\n\nA “brave space” is a place where people of all identities feel encouraged to speak freely\, even if what they share is outside the norm\, uncomfortable or challenging. This open dialogue is used to challenge personal biases and create room to learn from one another. \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, all questions will be submitted anonymously and addressed by our panel of experts. No question will be off limits. Come with an open mind and challenge yourself to participate! \n\n\n\nOur goal is that this discussion will lead to honest\, understanding and informative feedback from our fellow attendees on how challenges and misunderstandings might be addressed. Topics on generational/cultural/religious/orientation differences\, unfair housing\, equality vs. equity\, ageism\, bias\, micro-aggressions\, etc.\, are expected to be discussed. \n\n\n\nRespect is mandatory during this session. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakerS:\n\n\n\n\nDiane Knoepke (She/Her) | Lead Coach and Consultant\, Paperweight Advising\n\n\n\n2024 Board of Director Amy Wu (She/Her) | REALTOR®\, Keller Williams Success Realty \n\n\n\nHipolito Garcia | Vice-President\, OneTrust Home Loans \n\n\n\nCecelia Marlow (She/Her) | Senior Vice President of Diverse Lending\, Inspire Mortgage\, LLC\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the speakers!\n\n\n\nMeet Diane Knoepke\nDiane helps people drive change – for themselves\, their teams\, and their organizations. As an advisor and coach\, Diane works with people to figure out what they want\, see themselves and their organizations clearly\, and present their capabilities confidently. For more than two decades\, Diane has focused on transforming organizations through her roles as a strategy consultant (via SmithBucklin\, IEG\, Mission Measurement\, and Alford Group) and chief of staff. She has worked with teams from over 100 organizational clients across social\, public\, and private sectors. Since 2018\, Diane has served on staff and faculty for Northwestern University’s MS in Learning and Organizational Change program\, co-instructing courses including Developing for Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Justice and Leading Global Change.  \n\n\n\nDiane’s academic credentials include a Coaching Certificate from Northwestern University Executive Learning and Organizational Change; an MS in Learning and Organizational Change from Northwestern University; a Certificate in Fundraising Management from DePaul University; and a BA in English from Northwestern University. Diane’s leadership roles and affiliations include membership of the Executive Committees of Chicago Women in Philanthropy\, Springboard to Success\, and Northwestern University Council of One Hundred. Diane is also a member of the South Side Giving Circle of the Chicago Foundation for Women. \n\n\n\n\nMeet Amy Wu\nAmy Wu is a REALTOR ® at Keller Williams Success Realty based in Barrington\, IL. As a multilingual immigrant from China\, Amy has a deep respect for the hard work that it takes to assimilate to new surroundings and win. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Media from DePaul University\, a Master’s degree in Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California and holds NAR’s e-pro & ABR certifications. A recipient of the 2022 President’s Award\, her favorite part of being a Chicago REALTOR ® is seeing her clients’ eyes light up when they achieve their real estate goals.   \n\n\n\n\nMeet Hipolito Garcia\nWith over two decades of experience in the real estate finance industry\, Hip is known for his deep commitment to inclusivity and community empowerment. He has held key positions at JP Morgan Chase and Caliber Home Loans\, and served as the 2019 President of NAHREP Chicago\, leading it to chapter of the year. A dedicated mentor and community leader\, Hip is also deeply involved with the Illinois Mortgage Bankers Association and the Chicago Realtors Association. Based in Chicago’s Logan Square\, Hip is not only a titan in his field but a devoted family man\, committed to fostering sustainable homeownership and shaping the future of real estate.   \n\n\n\n\nMeet Cecelia Marlow\nCecelia Marlow is a seasoned mortgage lending expert with over 20 years of experience\, specializing in diverse lending strategies. As the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Diverse Lending at Inspire Mortgage\, Cecelia blends strategic insight with practical experience to deliver outstanding service to her clients\, particularly first-time home buyers and those looking to move up in the housing market. She is actively involved in loan origination\, applying her extensive expertise to ensure her clients receive the best possible rates and service.  \n\n\n\nCecelia Marlow is passionate about providing financial education to her clients and helping them achieve their financial goals. Her goal is to educate\, inspire and assist families achieve the dream of homeownership. Cecelia has established herself as a prominent and successful leader. In addition to her professional accomplishments\, Cecelia is also a dedicated mentor and advocate in the space of real estate\, as a means to increasing multi-generational wealth. Cecelia currently serves and has served on several boards throughout her career: The Dearborn Realtist Board\, Realtist Women’s Council of IL\, Women’s Council of NAREB\, and the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations – Appraisal Disciplinary Board and most recently National Association of Real Estate Brokers.  \n\n\n\nCecelia is a graduate from the University of Illinois – Urbana\, Champaign. She is a frequent speaker on home buying\, avoiding credit traps and creating wealth through real estate. Cecelia is a lifelong resident of Chicago. When she’s not meeting with clients\, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. She loves reading a good book\, shooting pool\, cheering her son on at basketball tournaments and enjoying festivals around town.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy Lunch and Live music!\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Musical performance featuring DIVISI’s Amp’d String Quartet\n\n\n\nAccording to UC Berkeley\, listening to music with other people enhances your sense of connection and increases the overall quality of your social interactions! Amp’d String Quartet has mesmerized audiences with their innovative pop and R&B arrangements\, percussive and vibrant performances\, and world-class live musicians. We are excited they’re joining us for lunch! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n See you June 13!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA glimpse of last year’s event\n\n\n\nCheck out photos from last year’s inspiring events. \n\n\n\n\n\nnext steps\n\n\n\n\nView our blog with last year’s top takeaways!\n\n\n\nWould you or someone in your sphere be a great speaker for this year’s event? Apply or nominate someone today. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/chicago-realtors-360-summit-leading-with-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ CATEGORIES:D77 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-DEI-Summit-PPT-1920-×-1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T190000 DTSTAMP:20240604T143121Z CREATED:20240531T143240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T143121Z UID:10000092-1718730000-1718737200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:The D77 Community Meetups DESCRIPTION:The D77 Community Meetups\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to the D77 Community Meetups! Support local businesses and connect with the Chicago REALTOR® community! \n\n\n\nWHO’S INVITED?\n\n\n\nEach month\, we pick a different location across our diverse 77 neighborhoods. We welcome all new and experienced REALTOR® members\, affiliate members and industry partners. Have a local place in mind? Email us! \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by the D77 Committee. \n\n\n\nSave the date for future monthly gatherings: September 24  \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nWilliams Inn Pizza & Sports Bar | 2210 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60616 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Monday\, June 17 at Noon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Help Us Support Local Businesses\n Join the D77 Committee as we get together for casual meetups across our beautiful city. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\njune is PRIDE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This PRIDE month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We Can’t Wait to See You!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/the-d77-community-meetups-5/ CATEGORIES:D77 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95e73f7a3747cc56d2b887b2e1919624-1QTrPp.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T110000 DTSTAMP:20240614T152123Z CREATED:20231208T222517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T152123Z UID:10000059-1719393300-1719399600@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:YPN Breakfast: Unlocking Inventory DESCRIPTION:YPN Breakfast: Unlocking Inventory\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your day with business advice\, compelling discussions and new connections at our monthly meet-ups. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while you catch up with your YPN friends and make new connections. \n\n\n\nAmid a pinched inventory real estate market\, how can we as real estate professionals help seek creative inventory solutions? We’ve invited local Chicagoland REALTORS® to discuss actionable ways we can help seek creative solutions to inventory shortages. The discussion will include: \n\n\n\n\nBreaking into the Real Estate Owned (REO) Properties market.\n\n\n\nEssentials of Short-Sales & Foreclosures.\n\n\n\nExploring off-market properties\, ADUs and more.\n\n\n\n\nMeet the speakers & register below. \n\n\n\nBONUS: Kickstart your networking at 9:15 AM!\n\n\n\nMake connections and foster new business opportunities! This year\, we’ve added a unique opportunity for you to connect with YPN committee members\, sponsors and other Chicago real estate professionals before the main event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManny’s Coffee Shop & Deli | 1141 S Jefferson St.\, Chicago\, IL 60607 \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, June 25 at Noon \n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with like-minded professionals!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\njune is PRIDE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This PRIDE month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Platinum Business Partner\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Breakfast Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmelin Brown\n\n\n\nRealty of Chicago \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerdure Carter\n\n\n\nDream Spots Leasing & Sales \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJason O’BeirnE\n\n\n\nJameson Sotheby’s International Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaQuan Henley\n\n\n\nHomeSmart Connect \n\n\n\nYPN Advisory Board Member | Moderator \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Gain timely business advice!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nways to elevate your business today:\n\n\n\n\nCatch up on the latest YPN Podcast Episodes.\n\n\n\nMeet the 2023-2024 YPN Board and sign up for their monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and happenings!\n\n\n\nCheck out the YPN On-Demand Video Library.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/ypn-breakfast-june/ LOCATION:Manny’s Coffee Shop & Deli\, 1141 South Jefferson Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States CATEGORIES:YPN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/f6591cd1d118d84e613032f7fa7f357b-EvGRiH.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T110000 DTSTAMP:20240606T135813Z CREATED:20240531T145518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T135813Z UID:10000093-1719482400-1719486000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Renewable Real Estate: What a REALTOR® Needs to Know about Solar DESCRIPTION:Renewable Real Estate: What a REALTOR® Needs to Know about Solar\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nLevel up your knowledge and your value-add! This one-hour webinar dives into the transactional side of solar panels\, equipping you to navigate the sale of homes with these sustainable systems. Be a solar-savvy REALTOR®\, prepared to answer client questions and leverage the power of sustainability in today’s market. \n\n\n\nMain Takeaways:\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll explore the key differences in selling a property with leased vs. owned solar panels\, ensuring a smooth transaction for all parties involved.\n\n\n\nBut solar isn’t just about legalities – it’s about value! Learn how solar panels can increase a home’s appeal and market value for eco-conscious buyers. We’ll also delve into Illinois’ community solar program.\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event. On the day of the event\, a reminder email with the link will be sent two hours prior to the event start time. You must be logged into your Eventbrite account using the same email used to register to join the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Thursday\, June 27th at 9:30 AM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Solar Energy Is Important!\n Join us on Zoom and get actionable takeaways and resources so you can empower your clients and expand your value-prop. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease note this event will be hosted as a webinar. Attendees will be able to view our speakers during the event but will not have the ability to share their video or audio. Space for this virtual event is limited.   \n\n\n\njune is PRIDE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This PRIDE month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeLena Hessel\n\n\n\nSenior Director\, Policy\, Elevate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEric Keeley\n\n\n\nHomeowner \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Loudenslagel\n\n\n\nManaging Attorney\, Winand & Loudenslagel Law Group LLC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWayne Beals\n\n\n\nManaging Broker\, EXIT Strategy Realty \n\n\n\n2024 Sustainability Work Group Chair | Host \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/renewable-real-estate-what-a-realtor-needs-to-know-about-solar/ CATEGORIES:Sustainability ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/f6ec80e81b6d6622756a45548196081b-TYmS0i.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240705T170000 DTSTAMP:20240628T025124Z CREATED:20240628T025123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T025124Z UID:10000097-1720080000-1720198800@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:CAR Office Closed DESCRIPTION:CAR Office Closed\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note we are closed this Thursday and Friday in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday\, July 8. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/car-office-closed-3/ CATEGORIES:Office Closed ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Voice-for-RE-blog-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T103000 DTSTAMP:20240709T135315Z CREATED:20230808T212430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T135315Z UID:10000021-1720515600-1720521000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Coffee With Your GAD DESCRIPTION:Coffee With Your GAD\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event \n\n\n\n\n\ntickets\n\n\n\n\n\nMembers: Complimentary \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Guest\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlderman Bennett Lawson\n\n\n\nCity of Chicago 44th Ward\, Acting Chair of Zoning \n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to Coffee with Your GAD\, an informal meeting to discuss legislative issues affecting the Chicago real estate market! \n\n\n\nJuly’s Special Topic: ADUs\n\n\n\nAlderman Bennett Lawson (44th Ward)\, Acting Chair of Zoning\, will join us to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). As REALTORS®\, we support policies that increase ADUs\, because they help increase the housing supply\, and we firmly support policies that encourage building and construction. \n\n\n\nLegislation is under consideration that would expand a pilot program city-wide. You will hear updates about the pilot and learn about the future of ADU policy in the City. \n\n\n\nBrief yourself on all things ADUs here\, and don’t forget to register. \n\n\n\nWHAT IS A “GAD”?\n\n\n\nYour Chicago Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Director (GAD) will provide an overview of our current advocacy initiatives and concerns. This is your opportunity to understand how policy is being crafted and what the GADs are doing at City Hall and the Cook County Building. We discuss it all – the politics\, policies\, proposed laws and personnel impacting your clients and your business. You can also expect occasional drop-ins from elected officials and policymakers. \n\n\n\nBRING YOUR QUESTIONS\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from you too! Coffee with Your GADs encourages two-way dialogue. Come and share what you’re seeing in the market and issues of concern! Please note this will be an interactive and collaborative event among all attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate by having their video turned on throughout the event. \n\n\n\nDISABILITY PRIDE HERITAGE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Disability Pride Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Your Voice Matters!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/coffee-with-your-g-a-d-s-9/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/bdd51bf290a384e9812d985ec7ce757b-d01SzE.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T163000 DTSTAMP:20250303T155435Z CREATED:20240325T154622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T155435Z UID:10000085-1721289600-1721320200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:117th Annual Golf Classic DESCRIPTION:117th Annual Golf Classic\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalling all golfers! Our 117th Annual Golf Classic will take place on Thursday\, July 18 at Cantigny Golf Course on the Woodside and Lakeside Golf Courses. Enjoy games\, contests and networking throughout the day.   \n\n\n\nschedule of events\n\n\n\n\n8:00 AM | Check-In \n\n\n\n9:00 AM | Shotgun Start \n\n\n\n2:30 PM | Reception Begins \n\n\n\n3:00 PM | All golfers must be complete at this time. Compile scores and determine the winner. \n\n\n\n4:30 PM | Event Concludes \n\n\n\n\nCharity Beneficiary\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNet proceeds from our 50/50 Raffle\, Mulligan Sales and Prize Raffle during this year’s golf classic will benefit The Chicago Association of REALTORS® Foundation. The CAR Foundation serves as the charitable arm of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and contributes to the future of real estate by donating over $100\,000 each year through scholarships\, charitable donations\, volunteer opportunities\, and more throughout the city! If you cannot participate but still would like to donate to the CAR Foundation\, please click here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nCantigny Golf Course | 27W270 Mack Rd. Wheaton\, IL 60189  \n\n\n\nParking: Complimentary parking onsite at the course.  \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Sales for the 117th Annual Golf Outing have SOLD OUT. \n\n\n\nTo be placed on the waitlist\, please email events@chicagorealtor.com and specify if you’d like to be placed on the waitlist for a foursome or as an individual. If more spots become available\, we will reach out to the waitlist in the order in which requests were received towards the end of June to complete purchase. \n\n\n\nPricing will be as follows: \n\n\n\n\nCAR Member Foursome: $720\n\n\n\nCAR Member Individual: $200\n\n\n\nNon-Member Foursome: $820\n\n\n\nNon-Member Individual: $230\n\n\n\n\n*Please note CAR Members will be given priority on the waitlist over Non-Members \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact events@chicagorealtor.com. \n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\n\nBecome a sponsor!\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Secure your ticket today!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\nDISABILITY PRIDE HERITAGE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Disability Pride Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with your peers on the golf course!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Lunch Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Golf Towel Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hand Sanitizer Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Golf Ball Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hole Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/117th-annual-golf-classic/ LOCATION:Cantigny Golf Course\, 27W270 Mack Rd.\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States CATEGORIES:Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Facebook-Event-Header-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T120000 DTSTAMP:20240709T135655Z CREATED:20240628T154822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T135655Z UID:10000098-1721732400-1721736000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:CF Power Lunch: Reimagining LaSalle Street: Adaptive Reuse in the Loop DESCRIPTION:CF Power Lunch: Reimagining LaSalle Street: Adaptive Reuse in the Loop\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our discussion about tax increment financing and adaptive reuse! Hear from Chicago’s Deputy Commissioner Cindy Chan Roubik about the city’s recently launched\, reimagined LaSalle Street called the “Loop Revitalization Initiative.” \n\n\n\nTo foster a more neighborhood-oriented public realm along LaSalle’s sidewalks and plazas\, Chicago’s Departments of Planning and Development and Transportation are collaborating on public engagement for the LaSalle Visioning Study. Come ask your questions about the project! Learn more below! \n\n\n\nPlease note this event will be hosted as a webinar. Attendees will be able to view our participants during the event but will not have the ability to share their video or audio during the event.  \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event. On the day of the event\, a reminder email with the link will be sent two hours prior to the event start time. You must be logged into your Eventbrite account using the same email used to register to join the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, July 23rd at 9:00am  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Commercial Updates You Need to Know\n Whether you’re an experienced commercial real estate professional or a residential agent looking to stay informed\, this webinar is for you! \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Loop Revitalization & Reimagined LaSalle Street\n\n\n\n\nThe City of Chicago’s Loop Revitalization initiative supports mixed-income residential uses and other neighborhood-oriented amenities along the LaSalle Street corridor.\n\n\n\nOn April 3\, 2024 (see the announcement here)\, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that four adaptive reuse proposals\, consisting of more than 1\,000 units of mixed-income housing\, are being advanced for City financial assistance. Two additional proposals continue to be reviewed.\n\n\n\nCollectively representing more than $525 million in total investments\, the four advancing projects will repurpose 1.3 million square feet of vacant space\, including the creation of more than 300 homes that will be affordable to residents earning an average of 60% of the area median income.\n\n\n\nIn addition to support for these adaptive reuse projects\, funding from the City’s Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) will help entrepreneurs create cafes\, restaurants\, stores and other neighborhood-oriented amenities for the Loop’s growing population.\n\n\n\n\nDISABILITY PRIDE HERITAGE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Disability Pride Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCindy Chan Roubik\n\n\n\nDeputy Commissioner\, City of Chicago | Department of Planning and Development (DPD) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 CommercialForum Committee Chair Moses Hall\n\n\n\nOwner\, MoHall Commercial & Urban Development \n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/cf-power-lunch-reimagining-lasalle-street-adaptive-reuse-in-the-loop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Commercial ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/3ac4c36b25350fac7f9b2f56ef13ce62-sIrJmx.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T110000 DTSTAMP:20240717T191836Z CREATED:20240717T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T191836Z UID:10000099-1721815200-1721818800@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:NAR Settlement: Preparing Your Business for Industry Changes  DESCRIPTION:Attend one of four member-exclusive information sessions to ensure you are prepared for the upcoming changes being implemented on August 17th as part of the NAR Settlement\, which MRED has officially opted into. Each session will cover the required industry changes\, new forms and available resources. \n\n\n\nChoose the date you would like to attend when registering. Each webinar will contain the same information and will have an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Please submit your questions on the registration form. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/nar-settlement-preparing-your-business-for-industry-changes/2024-07-24/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Membership,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chicago-Generic-New-Website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T210000 DTSTAMP:20240709T135550Z CREATED:20240530T143701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T135550Z UID:10000091-1721932200-1721941200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:YPN Summer Sunset Mixer DESCRIPTION:YPN Summer Sunset Mixer\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re celebrating the beautiful Chicago summertime together! This evening event is a great space to connect with fellow real estate professionals while enjoying delicious beverages and food. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage\, unwind and build meaningful relationships against the backdrop of a beautiful summer sunset. \n\n\n\nEmbrace the relaxed elegance of our linen theme— wearing linen is encouraged but completely optional. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nTUCO & BLONDIE | 3358 N Southport Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60657 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Wednesday\, July 24th 11:59 PM. \n\n\n\nA limited quantity of on-site registrations will be accepted\, pending availability.  \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Make Connections This Summer!\n Join over 200 real estate professionals at a local Chicago patio. We’re building relationships and connecting with our peers! \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nDISABILITY PRIDE HERITAGE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Disability Pride Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Margarita Bar Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photobooth Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Attendee Gift Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/ypn-summer-sunset-mixer/ CATEGORIES:YPN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024YPN_SummerSunsetMixer_2160x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T110000 DTSTAMP:20240709T135721Z CREATED:20231214T225138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T135721Z UID:10000060-1722417300-1722423600@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:YPN Breakfast: How to Find Your Niche DESCRIPTION:YPN Breakfast: How to Find Your Niche\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your day with business advice\, compelling discussions and new connections at our monthly meet-ups. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while you catch up with your YPN friends and make new connections. \n\n\n\nThis month\, elevate your real estate career and stand out in a competitive market by finding your niche! Hear from industry experts who specialize in markets like REO properties\, short-sales\, luxury rentals\, first-time homebuyers and veterans. They’ll break down: \n\n\n\n\nThe value in and considerations behind honing a “niche” or specialization in real estate.\n\n\n\nHow to attract more qualified leads within a niche market.\n\n\n\nStrategies to position yourself as the expert within a niche and more!\n\n\n\n\nBONUS: Kickstart your networking at 9:15 AM!\n\n\n\nMake connections and foster new business opportunities! This year\, we’ve added a unique opportunity for you to connect with YPN committee members\, sponsors and other Chicago real estate professionals before the main event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManny’s Coffee Shop & Deli | 1141 S Jefferson St.\, Chicago\, IL 60607 \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, July 30 at Noon \n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with like-minded professionals!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nDISABILITY PRIDE HERITAGE MONTH\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Disability Pride Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoseph Morris\n\n\n\nKeller Williams ONEChicago \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRafael Murillo\n\n\n\nCOMPASS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRyan T. Smith\n\n\n\nRE/MAX Properties \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMelanie Miller\n\n\n\nKeller Williams ONEChicago \n\n\n\nYPN Advisory Board Member | Moderator \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Platinum Business Partner\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Breakfast Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Gain timely business advice!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nways to elevate your business today:\n\n\n\n\nCatch up on the latest YPN Podcast Episodes.\n\n\n\nMeet the 2023-2024 YPN Board and sign up for their monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and happenings!\n\n\n\nCheck out the YPN On-Demand Video Library.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/ypn-breakfast-july/ LOCATION:Manny’s Coffee Shop & Deli\, 1141 South Jefferson Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States CATEGORIES:YPN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/f6591cd1d118d84e613032f7fa7f357b-EvGRiH.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T150000 DTSTAMP:20240717T191836Z CREATED:20240717T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T191836Z UID:10000100-1722520800-1722524400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:NAR Settlement: Preparing Your Business for Industry Changes  DESCRIPTION:Attend one of four member-exclusive information sessions to ensure you are prepared for the upcoming changes being implemented on August 17th as part of the NAR Settlement\, which MRED has officially opted into. Each session will cover the required industry changes\, new forms and available resources. \n\n\n\nChoose the date you would like to attend when registering. Each webinar will contain the same information and will have an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Please submit your questions on the registration form. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/nar-settlement-preparing-your-business-for-industry-changes/2024-08-01/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Membership,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chicago-Generic-New-Website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T100000 DTSTAMP:20240717T191836Z CREATED:20240717T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T191836Z UID:10000101-1722934800-1722938400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:NAR Settlement: Preparing Your Business for Industry Changes  DESCRIPTION:Attend one of four member-exclusive information sessions to ensure you are prepared for the upcoming changes being implemented on August 17th as part of the NAR Settlement\, which MRED has officially opted into. Each session will cover the required industry changes\, new forms and available resources. \n\n\n\nChoose the date you would like to attend when registering. Each webinar will contain the same information and will have an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Please submit your questions on the registration form. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/nar-settlement-preparing-your-business-for-industry-changes/2024-08-06/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Membership,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chicago-Generic-New-Website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T193000 DTSTAMP:20240614T150444Z CREATED:20240614T144401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T150444Z UID:10000095-1723051800-1723059000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:CAR Open House DESCRIPTION:CAR Open House\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to the Chicago REALTORS® Open House! Our goal is to connect you with the right resources and people to help you along your professional journey. Learn how to maximize your membership and connect with communities of your peers. This event is complimentary with light bites and beverages served. \n\n\n\nThis is the perfect opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nVisit different tables to learn more about your benefits\, professional development opportunities and where to find community.\n\n\n\nMeet leaders of membership groups such as CommercialForum\, the Young Professionals Network\, Global Real Estate Council\, The D77 and more.\n\n\n\nGet hands-on MLS training with an MRED Certified Trainer! \n\n\n\n\nPrizes Await\n\n\n\nEnter raffles for a chance to win: \n\n\n\n\n$250 Gift Card\n\n\n\nFree MLS for a year\n\n\n\nFree 45 Hour Post-License Course\n\n\n\n\nWHO’S INVITED?\n\n\n\nAll new and tenured members\, office staff and managing brokers are welcome to join us! Feel free to bring a friend\, family member or colleague who might be interested in real estate. \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nCAR Central Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.\, Suite 800 \n\n\n\n\n\nParking is available at 50 East Ohio Street for $14 for up to 12 hours with validation. We also recommend using a parking app like SpotHero.  \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close at 11:59 PM on Tuesday\, August 6th. \n\n\n\nOnsite registrations will be available pending availability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Connect With Other REALTORS®\n Learn about the events\, committees\, networks and groups included in your membership\, directly from your peers! \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nFIND OUT MORE ABOUT ALL OF THE GROUPS YOU WILL MEET DURING OUR EVENT:\n\n\n\n\n“The D77” Diversity Committee\n\n\n\nThe CAR Foundation\n\n\n\nCommercialForum\n\n\n\nGlobal Real Estate Council\n\n\n\nMember Care Task Force\n\n\n\nREALTORS® Real Estate School\n\n\n\nRPAC\n\n\n\nSustainability\n\n\n\nYoung Professionals Network\n\n\n\nIndustry Partners\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We Can’t Wait to See You!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/car-open-house-2/ CATEGORIES:Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/394ae3b372e0a702b18379a2556a18e8-Xpo3jy.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T140000 DTSTAMP:20240606T135209Z CREATED:20240606T132101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T135209Z UID:10000094-1723111200-1723125600@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Boys and Girls Clubs Carnival DESCRIPTION:Boys and Girls Clubs Carnival\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with us on Thursday\, August 8th at the True Value Boys & Girls Club and help 200 kids start the school year right.  \n\n\n\nHelp the Chicago REALTORS® Foundation Trustees host a fun-filled carnival where the kids enjoy games\, bounce houses\, face painting\, a photo booth\, cotton candy stations and a tasty BBQ. Our volunteer duties will include distributing backpacks filled with school supplies and manning the carnival games. \n\n\n\nBEFORE YOU SIGN UP – PLEASE READ:\n\n\n\n\nThis is a Chicago REALTORS® members-only event.\n\n\n\nAll registered volunteers will receive a link to complete a background check from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago prior to the event. This background check must be completed and an approval received to volunteer at the event. \n\n\n\nAll volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.\n\n\n\nYour volunteer registration is valid exclusively for you\, pending an approved background check. Your volunteer registration cannot be transferred. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nTrue Value Boys & Girls Club | 2950 W 25th Street Chicago\, IL 60623 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-Registration will close at midnight on August 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Help the Foundation Host our Annual Carnival\n Volunteer with us on Thursday\, August 8th at the True Value Boys & Girls Club and help 200 kids start the school year right.  \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/boys-and-girls-clubs-carnival/ CATEGORIES:D77,Foundation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/foundation-boys-girls-carnival-1366x480-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T180000 DTSTAMP:20240730T172648Z CREATED:20240621T164613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T172648Z UID:10000096-1723129200-1723140000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Commercial Kickstarter: Ignite Your Commercial Real Estate Career DESCRIPTION:Commercial Kickstarter: Ignite Your Commercial Real Estate Career\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nDive into the dynamic world of commercial real estate! This event is your passport to understanding the intricacies of commercial properties and transactions. Whether you’re a budding real estate enthusiast or looking to expand your expertise from residential properties\, this event will equip you with the essential knowledge and connections to thrive in the commercial sector. \n\n\n\nKEY TAKEAWAYS:\n\n\n\n\nMarket Mastery: Learn the foundational principles of commercial real estate\, including market analysis\, property evaluation and transaction intricacies. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of what it takes to succeed in this field.\n\n\n\nCareer-Changing Relationships: Connect with seasoned industry experts\, fostering relationships that can propel your career forward. This event is structured to maximize networking opportunities\, ensuring you leave with valuable contacts.\n\n\n\nExpert Insights: Gain practical advice on navigating the complexities of capital markets\, industrial properties and tenant representation. Get real-world experiences and strategies to help your business hit the ground running.\n\n\n\nNetworking with Experts: Top-notch commercial professionals will be available as resources at the networking hour afterward. Following the panel\, visit the exhibitor tables to add to your commercial real estate connections!\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of discovery\, learning and networking that promises to be a turning point in your commercial real estate journey. Bring your business cards for a networking hour after our expert panel. Don’t miss this opportunity to jumpstart your career and make meaningful industry connections! \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nParking is available at 50 East Ohio Street for $14 for up to 12 hours with validation. We also recommend using a parking app like SpotHero. \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to jump to ticket details. \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close at 2:00 PM on August 8th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Make meaningful industry connections!\n Whether you’re a budding real estate enthusiast or looking to expand your expertise from residential properties\, this event will equip you with the essential knowledge and connections to thrive in the commercial sector. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event Partner!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Host\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMoses Hall\n\n\n\nOwner\, MoHall Commercial & Urban Development \n\n\n\n\n\nMEET YOUR COMMERCIAL CAREER GUIDES:\n\n\n\nKimberly B. Morris: Director of Real Estate and Community Development with Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives\, Kimberly is a leader in urban development and community-based projects. Her perspective on sustainable and impactful real estate development will inspire and educate. \n\n\n\nKevin Rocio: Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge in commercial transactions and client representation. His expertise in navigating complex deals will provide you with practical strategies for success. \n\n\n\nDevin Rowland: As President and Managing Broker\, CCIM\, MSRE\, he has extensive experience in commercial real estate and property management. Devin’s insights into market trends and property management will be invaluable. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKimberly Morris\n\n\n\nDirector of Real Estate and Community Development\, Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKevin Rocio\n\n\n\nPartner\, ROC Advisory Group\, @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDevin Rowland\n\n\n\nPresident\, KMA Property Management Services \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMyra Nimchaiyong\n\n\n\nDirector of Commercial Sales\, CENTURY 21 SGR \n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\n\n\nCONNECT WITH & LEARN FROM EXHIBITORS\n\n\n\n\nAnkur Patel | President\, R&D Advisory Special Kickstarter Topic: Visit the R&D Advisory exhibitor table to learn about the impact commercial real estate is having on bank balance sheets and the ways Capital Markets will work through the pending CRE maturities in 2024 and 2025. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nJohn Joyce | Managing Director\, SVN | Chicago Industrial Special Kickstarter Topic: Visit the SVN Chicago Industrial exhibitor table to learn about how you can follow trend lines in the industrial real estate cycle. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/commercial-kickstarter-ignite-your-commercial-real-estate-career/ LOCATION:Chicago Association of REALTORS®\, 430 North Michigan Avenue\, #800\, Member Lounge & Classrooms\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States CATEGORIES:Commercial ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CF-Kickstarter-2024-Twitter-Email-Header-1600x900-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240813T170000 DTSTAMP:20240717T191836Z CREATED:20240717T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T191836Z UID:10000102-1723564800-1723568400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:NAR Settlement: Preparing Your Business for Industry Changes  DESCRIPTION:Attend one of four member-exclusive information sessions to ensure you are prepared for the upcoming changes being implemented on August 17th as part of the NAR Settlement\, which MRED has officially opted into. Each session will cover the required industry changes\, new forms and available resources. \n\n\n\nChoose the date you would like to attend when registering. Each webinar will contain the same information and will have an opportunity for Q&A at the end. Please submit your questions on the registration form. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/nar-settlement-preparing-your-business-for-industry-changes/2024-08-13/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Membership,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chicago-Generic-New-Website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T180000 DTSTAMP:20240812T214838Z CREATED:20240730T135912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T214838Z UID:10000104-1723651200-1723658400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Chicago REALTORS® Summer Soiree DESCRIPTION:Chicago REALTORS® Summer Soiree\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nHey\, Chicago REALTORS®! Join us for the Summer Soiree\, a must-attend event that celebrates our dedicated volunteers and connects you with fellow industry professionals. \n\n\n\nThis member-exclusive gathering offers the chance to forge meaningful connections before the fall season. Prepare to be inspired as you learn how your association is continuously working to support your professional endeavors. Use this opportunity to expand your network and recharge your entrepreneurial spirit – all while enjoying culinary delights. We hope you’ll join us! \n\n\n\nThis event will also serve as our Annual Business Meeting. The membership will vote on this amendment to our bylaws. The purpose of the amendment is to clarify the process for appointing an Immediate Past President when there is a vacancy in that position. \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nParking: Valet parking is available at the venue for a fee. For Self-Parking\, please use an app like SpotHero or ParkChirp to find the best rates for parking near the venue. \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nCAR Members: Free With Pre-Registration \n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Tuesday\, August 13 at 11:59 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Free for Members!\n We’re celebrating YOU! Enjoy Chicago summertime\, connect with your fellow members and enjoy some special surprises. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Attendee Gift Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Supporting Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/chicago-realtors-summer-soiree-2/ LOCATION:Joy District Chicago\, 112 W. Hubbard Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States CATEGORIES:Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/909224f3a96902ef7e6ffbc8f9b37960-j7gPur.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T110000 DTSTAMP:20240820T143449Z CREATED:20231214T230019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T143449Z UID:10000061-1724836500-1724842800@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:YPN Breakfast: Finding Your Community in Real Estate [Special Interactive Workshop!] DESCRIPTION:YPN Breakfast: Finding Your Community in Real Estate [Special Interactive Workshop!]\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your day with business advice\, compelling discussions and new connections at our monthly meet-ups. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while you catch up with your YPN friends and make new connections. \n\n\n\nThis special\, interactive breakfast is designed to help Chicagoland real estate professionals— like you! — create connections that will propel your business and personal growth in exciting directions. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nHave a renewed sense of belonging\, knowing that YPN and many other Chicagoland communities are here to support your growth and success.\n\n\n\nWalk away with at least two new meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nDive into a variety of groups\, associations and committees that are waiting for you to get involved.\n\n\n\nLearn how to build lasting relationships in this dynamic industry.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out\, this breakfast will show you how to find the help and support you need\, right among your peers! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManny’s Coffee Shop & Deli | 1141 S Jefferson St.\, Chicago\, IL 60607 \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, August 27 at Noon \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Network with like-minded professionals!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBONUS: Kickstart your networking at 9:15 AM!\n\n\n\nMake connections and foster new business opportunities! This year\, we’ve added a unique opportunity for you to connect with YPN committee members\, sponsors and other Chicago real estate professionals before the main event. \n\n\n\n\n\nDiscussion Leaders\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImmediate Past President Sarah Ware\n\n\n\nWare Realty Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYPN Advisory Board Member Amy Wu\n\n\n\nKeller Williams Success Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Platinum Business Partner\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gold Breakfast Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\nGet tickets through our Eventbrite checkout portal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Gain timely business advice!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nways to elevate your business today:\n\n\n\n\nCatch up on the latest YPN Podcast Episodes.\n\n\n\nMeet the 2023-2024 YPN Board and sign up for their monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and happenings!\n\n\n\nCheck out the YPN On-Demand Video Library.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/ypn-breakfast-august/ LOCATION:Manny’s Coffee Shop & Deli\, 1141 South Jefferson Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States CATEGORIES:YPN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/f6591cd1d118d84e613032f7fa7f357b-EvGRiH.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240902T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240902T170000 DTSTAMP:20240912T192319Z CREATED:20240819T151210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T192319Z UID:10000105-1725264000-1725296400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:CAR Office Closed DESCRIPTION:CAR Office Closed \n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOur office is closed on Monday\, September 2nd\, in observance of Labor Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday\, September 3rd. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/car-office-closed-4/ CATEGORIES:Office Closed ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Voice-for-RE-blog-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240903T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240903T103000 DTSTAMP:20250303T155347Z CREATED:20240202T182021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T155347Z UID:10000079-1725354000-1725359400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Coffee With Your GAD DESCRIPTION:Coffee With Your GAD\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event \n\n\n\n\n\ntickets\n\n\n\nMembers: Complimentary \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to Coffee with Your GAD\, an informal meeting to discuss legislative issues affecting the Chicago real estate market! \n\n\n\nWHAT IS A “GAD”?\n\n\n\nYour Chicago Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Director (GAD) will provide an overview of our current advocacy initiatives and concerns. This is your opportunity to understand how policy is being crafted and what the GADs are doing at City Hall and the Cook County Building. We discuss it all – the politics\, policies\, proposed laws and personnel impacting your clients and your business. You can also expect occasional drop-ins from elected officials and policymakers. \n\n\n\nBRING YOUR QUESTIONS\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from you too! Coffee with Your GADs encourages two-way dialogue. Come and share what you’re seeing in the market and issues of concern! Please note this will be an interactive and collaborative event among all attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate by having their video turned on throughout the event. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\nGet tickets through our Eventbrite checkout portal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Your Voice Matters!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/coffee-with-your-gad/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/330f52122077cb9b039c023527fc2ecf-k1II3m.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T230000 DTSTAMP:20250303T155342Z CREATED:20240121T213730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T155342Z UID:10000071-1726855200-1726873200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:141st Inaugural Gala DESCRIPTION:141st Inaugural Gala\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® is proud to present the 141st Annual Inaugural Gala\, the premier night for real estate in Chicago!\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are so excited to celebrate together on this historic evening. Attire for the evening is formal\, black-tie optional. After the ceremony and seated dinner\, join us in the Normandie Lounge for the after-party where the celebration will continue with music\, dancing and more fun surprises! \n\n\n\nPlease join us for this meaningful evening as we introduce the Chicago Association of REALTORS® 2025 leadership team: 2025 President Erika Villegas\, 2025 President-Elect Lutalo McGee and 2025 Treasurer Vicky Silvano. We will also install our 2025 Board of Directors. \n\n\n\nHONORING CHICAGO REAL ESTATE LEADERS\n\n\n\nWe will also honor our 2024 REALTOR® Award winners\, including REALTOR® of the Year Sarah Ware. The graduating class of the 2024 Leadership Accelerator Program will also cross the stage. Join us to recognize these amazing individuals! \n\n\n\nInvite the office or bring a friend! We look forward to celebrating with you. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Explore the FAQ section at the bottom of this page. \n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nHilton Chicago | 720 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60605 \n\n\n\nReserve your hotel room: \n\n\n\n*A special hotel room rate is available at the Hilton Chicago for the night of the event with rates starting at $209 plus tax and fees. To reserve a room\, please click here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Tuesday\, September 17.  Limited quantities of tickets at the rates listed above are available. \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsor This Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Celebrate your peers!\n This glamourous evening recognizes our REALTOR® Award Recipients and installs our new board of directors and association leadership. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nConnect and build relationships with influential industry leaders\, peers and potential mentors.\n\n\n\nIncrease your visibility within the professional community.\n\n\n\nShow your support for the new leadership and the award recipients.\n\n\n\nHear inspiring stories from successful leaders.\n\n\n\nGet motivated to pursue your own professional leadership goals.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024-2025 Board of Directors for the Installation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresident \n\n\n\nErika Villegas\n\n\n\nRE/MAX In the Village \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresident-Elect \n\n\n\nLutalo McGee\n\n\n\nAni Real Estate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTreasurer \n\n\n\nVicky Silvano\n\n\n\nReal Broker LLC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Ware\n\n\n\nWare Realty Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWayne Beals\n\n\n\nEXIT Strategy Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenie Birch\n\n\n\nGenie Birch Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSheila Dantzler\n\n\n\nJameson Sotheby’s International Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGaspar Flores Jr.\n\n\n\nSu Familia Real Estate Inc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHipolito Garcia\n\n\n\nRate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmy Hall\n\n\n\nCaton Commercial Real Estate Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLINDA HATTAR\n\n\n\nDL3 Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarki Lemons Ryhal\n\n\n\nEXIT Strategy Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMegan Oswald\n\n\n\nColdwell Banker Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeanous Reid\n\n\n\nF.J. Williams Realty LLC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRachel Scheid\n\n\n\n@properties | Christie’s International Real Estate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErik Schwab\n\n\n\nCorcoran Urban Real Estate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStaci Slattery\n\n\n\nNorth Clybourn Group\, Inc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Williamson\n\n\n\nSperryCGA – Ellerman Brokerage \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmy Wu\n\n\n\nKeller Williams Success Realty \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 REALTOR® Award Recipients\n\n\n\nGet to know the award recipients. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah Ware\n\n\n\nREALTOR® OF THE YEAR \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKris Keller\n\n\n\nCOMMERCIALFORUM ACHIEVEMENT AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLourdes Fernando\n\n\n\nREALTOR® COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichelle Bobart\n\n\n\nAFFILIATE OF THE YEAR \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJosue Duarte\n\n\n\nMANAGING BROKER OF THE YEAR (1-50 LICENSEES) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoan LoCascio\n\n\n\nMANAGING BROKER OF THE YEAR (51+ LICENSEES) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourtney Jones\n\n\n\nINDUSTRY PARTNER MEMBER AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames Ascot\n\n\n\nPOLITICAL ADVOCACY AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravis Williams\n\n\n\nRISING STAR AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Ballroom Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After Party Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photobooth Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Platinum Sponsors – Premium Advertising\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Centerpiece Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After Party Entertainment Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After Party Dessert Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Supporting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Staging Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\nGet tickets through our Eventbrite checkout portal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy\n\n\n\nLimited quantities of tickets at the rates listed above are available. Please click here for more information on the Chicago Association of REALTORS®’ event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association.  \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events.  \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGala FAQ For Attendees\n\n\n\nWhat should I wear?\n\n\n\nAttire for the evening is formal\, black-tie optional. Explore the Facebook album of photos from last year’s gala as a reference. \n\n\n\nWhat are my parking options?\n\n\n\nValet Parking is available onsite for a discounted event rate of $49 with validation. Self-parking is available onsite for a discounted event rate of $33 with validation. *A validation sticker is required to receive the discounted rate. Validation stickers can be picked up at the CAR Check-In desk at the event. \n\n\n\nShould I get a table or individual tickets?\n\n\n\nOne table purchase includes ten seats. These are great ways to sit together as a team\, an office\, a company or a group of friends. Both members and non-members can join your table. Our events team will simply need their names and email addresses! \n\n\n\nFor the dinner\, what should I do if I have a dietary restriction?\n\n\n\nPlease email our team\, and we’ll make note of your needs with your registration. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/141st-inaugural-gala/ CATEGORIES:Membership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CAR141_InauguralGala_PPT1920x1080-Blank.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T143000 DTSTAMP:20240923T182449Z CREATED:20240819T184225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T182449Z UID:10000106-1727179200-1727188200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:The D77 Community Meetups DESCRIPTION:The D77 Community Meetups\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach fourth (4) Tuesday of the month\, join fellow Chicago REALTORS® during our monthly meetups. During this informal gathering/networking event\, we’ll come together for members to connect\, share ideas and collaboration\, discuss industry trends/topics and simply nurture the incredible energy of the Chicago REALTOR® community. \n\n\n\nWhy attend?\n\n\n\nEach month the location will shift as we support a unique small local business owner/shop within each of our diverse 77 communities. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a newer or experienced REALTOR®\, affiliate\, etc.\, or someone simply eager to network and make new industry colleagues\, this event welcomes your attendance!  \n\n\n\nWhile this event is complimentary to all CAR members\, registration is required as space is limited. Light bites and beverages will be available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nPre-registration will close on Monday\, September 23 at 5:00 PM  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Help Us Support A Small Business\n Catch up with your peers\, make new relationships and support a Chicago business owner. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\nGet tickets through our Eventbrite checkout portal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n See You Soon!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\nHispanic Heritage Month\n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Hispanic Heritage Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/the-d77-community-meetups-6/ LOCATION:Healthy Substance Kitchen\, 6852 W Archer Ave\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60638\, United States CATEGORIES:D77 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95e73f7a3747cc56d2b887b2e1919624-1QTrPp.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T120000 DTSTAMP:20240923T190804Z CREATED:20240729T210301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T190804Z UID:10000103-1727344800-1727352000@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Chicago REALTORS® Pitch in for the Parks  DESCRIPTION:Chicago REALTORS® Pitch in for the Parks \n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re making our beautiful city a better place to live\, work and play! Join your fellow Chicago REALTORS® and the Chicago Parks Foundation’s citywide volunteer effort to help clean and maintain parks in our communities. \n\n\n\nCHOOSE AMONG 5 PARKS:  \n\n\n\nSign up for a park in a new neighborhood or close to home/work so you can connect with your local community. Don’t forget to show your Chicago REALTOR® pride and wear your REALTOR® swag.    \n\n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO:\n\n\n\n\nCleaning supplies will be provided onsite.\n\n\n\nWork may include trash collection\, fiber playground maintenance or removal of invasive species.  \n\n\n\nDress appropriately for warm Chicago weather. \n\n\n\nBring plenty of snacks to stay fueled. \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVarious Chicago Parks | See Park Options Below \n\n\n\nParking: Please see park websites for parking options available at each location. \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nCAR Members and Non-Members: Free With Pre-Registration \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Volunteer With Us!\n Invite your friends\, peers\, family or clients to help us keep our beautiful city clean and green. \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event is a collaboration between the Sustainability Work Group and the D77 (the Diversity Committee). Learn more about these groups and their initiatives below. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Event Collaborators\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister For A Park Below\n\n\n\n\n\nJane Addams Memorial Park\n\n\n\n550 E. Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60611 | Clean Up Activity Type: Trash Pick Up \n\n\n\n\nJane Addams Sign-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJackson Park\n\n\n\n6401 S. Stony Island Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60637 | Clean Up Activity Type: Trash Pick Up & Mulching \n\n\n\n\nJackson Sign-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGarfield (James) Park\n\n\n\n100 N. Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60624 | Clean Up Activity Type: Trash Pick Up \n\n\n\n\nGarfield (James) Sign-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarquette Jacques Park\n\n\n\n6743 S. Kedzie Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60629 | Clean Up Activity Type: Trash Pick Up & Mulching \n\n\n\n\nMarquette Jacques Sign-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHorner (Henry) Park\n\n\n\n2741 W. Montrose Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60618 | Clean Up Activity Type: Trash Pick Up \n\n\n\n\nHorner (Henry) Sign-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n We can’t wait to see you!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT POLICY\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\nHispanic Heritage Month \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Hispanic Heritage Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/chicago-realtors-pitch-in-for-the-parks/ CATEGORIES:Sustainability ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Pitch-in-for-the-parks-2024-USE-simple.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T103000 DTSTAMP:20241007T203824Z CREATED:20240827T203139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T203824Z UID:10000108-1728378000-1728383400@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:Coffee With Your GAD DESCRIPTION:Coffee With Your GAD\n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event \n\n\n\n\n\ntickets\n\n\n\nMembers: Complimentary \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to Coffee with Your GAD\, an informal meeting to discuss legislative issues affecting the Chicago real estate market! \n\n\n\nJoin us to discuss the recently approved Northwest Housing Preservation Ordinance pilot program in Avondale\, Hermosa\, Humboldt Park\, Lower West Side (Pilsen)\, West Town & Logan Square. \n\n\n\nWHAT IS A “GAD”?\n\n\n\nYour Chicago Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Director (GAD) will provide an overview of our current advocacy initiatives and concerns. This is your opportunity to understand how policy is being crafted and what the GADs are doing at City Hall and the Cook County Building. We discuss it all – the politics\, policies\, proposed laws and personnel impacting your clients and your business. You can also expect occasional drop-ins from elected officials and policymakers. \n\n\n\nBRING YOUR QUESTIONS\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from you too! Coffee with Your GADs encourages two-way dialogue. Come and share what you’re seeing in the market and issues of concern! Please note this will be an interactive and collaborative event among all attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate by having their video turned on throughout the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Your Voice Matters!\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Policy\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Please click here for more information on CAR’s event attendance and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\nBy registering to participate in this event\, you hereby acknowledge and consent that The Chicago Association of REALTORS® (and their assignees) may take photographs and/or video of you during the event and may use those photographs and recordings for the Association’s purposes\, including but not limited to news\, publicity and fundraising purposes\, without further compensation to you. All such photos and videos are the sole property of the Association. \n\n\n\nProfessional recordings intended for commercial purposes without prior written authorization from association leadership are strictly prohibited. Learn more about the association’s Professional Recording Policy. \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® (CAR) is committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for our community and providing a friendly and welcoming environment for all. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Please act professionally and follow our Code of Conduct at all CAR events. \n\n\n\nInterested in receiving our events emails? Click here to sign-up! \n\n\n\nHispanic Heritage Month \n\n\n\nThe Chicago Association of REALTORS® believes the strength of our organization\, industry and society as a whole is through all dimensions of diversity. This Hispanic Heritage Month\, take a moment to explore our webpage of fascinating historical facts\, insights\, data points\, fun things to do around town to celebrate and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Coffee With Your GADTuesday\, October 6 | 9:00 amAppraisals Are Changing: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your BusinessWednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff In-Service DayMonday\, October 12 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Staff AdvanceWednesday\, October 14 | 8:00 amCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, November 3 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Veterans DayWednesday\, November 11 | 8:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Organizational AdvancementTuesday\, November 17 | 8:00 am2026 Casino RoyaleThursday\, November 19 | 7:00 pmCoffee With Your GADTuesday\, December 1 | 9:00 amChicago REALTORS® Office Closed – Holiday HoursThursday\, December 24 | 8:00 am\n View all events URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/coffee-with-your-gad-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/330f52122077cb9b039c023527fc2ecf-k1II3m.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241014T170000 DTSTAMP:20240912T211126Z CREATED:20240912T192400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T211126Z UID:10000111-1728892800-1728925200@chicagorealtor.com SUMMARY:CAR Office Closed DESCRIPTION:CAR Office Closed \n\n\n\n \n Wednesday\, October 7 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n \n \n fb icon\n \n \n \n tw icon\n \n \n \n em icon\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOur office is closed on Monday\, October 14th\, for a Staff In-Service Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday\, October 15th. URL:https://chicagorealtor.com/event/car-office-closed-7/ CATEGORIES:Office Closed ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagorealtor.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Voice-for-RE-blog-header.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR