Alaska REALTORS®
Leadership Conference
2022 Alaska REALTORS® Leadership Conference
January 31 – February 2, 2022
Hotel Information
Contact Information
Embassy Suites by Hilton
600 East Benson Boulevard
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
Phone: 1 907-332-7000
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE – DRAFT
Keynote Speaker – Jody Urquhart
Fed up with living a mediocre life, Jody decided she wanted a memorable one instead. Her unyielding ambition fueled her into the world of stand-up comedy, a place where she learned to roll with the punch lines and turn life’s lemons into delicious lemonade. Jody’s skills are not only limited to being super funny; she is also a motivational speaker and participates in over 100 events per year.
Her mission is simple, to eagerly empower worn-out professionals with humor, hindsight and hallelujahs. She firmly believes it’s not what you do that matters- it’s how you feel about what you do. With more than twenty-three years of experience inspiring and entertaining audiences across the globe, Jody Urquhart delivers uplifting, engaging motivational speeches that help professionals cultivate a much-needed blissful can-do attitude towards fun and meaningful work.
Every keynote is a stepping stone towards building the work-life you have always wanted. She is the author of All Work & No Say’s best-selling book, a tongue-in-cheek insight into the rat race and how to reveal joy. In her spare time, Jody loves to meditate and still performs stand-up comedy, but not at the same time.
8:00 AM
Begin the Leadership Conference with a Continental Breakfast to start the day.
9:00 AM
Welcome and Introductions
Part I: Professional Standards Deep Dive with Diane Disbrow
Diane Disbrow has been an active REALTOR® in New Jersey for over 39 years and was involved in the management of her and her husband’s independent real estate company for 33 years. Diane has been active on the Professional Standards Committees, Legal Action and Risk Management Committees at the local, state and national level for many years and served as chair of NAR’s Professional Standards Committee twice as well as the Risk Management License Law Committee. Due to her extensive knowledge, she has launched a successful career as a real estate instructor and lecturer and has presented numerous educational programs for the National Association of REALTORS® and various local and state associations across the country.
12:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM
Part II: Professional Standards Deep Dive with Diane Disbrow (continued)
Diane Disbrow has been an active REALTOR® in New Jersey for over 39 years and was involved in the management of her and her husband’s independent real estate company for 33 years. Diane has been active on the Professional Standards Committees, Legal Action, and Risk Management Committees at the local, state, and national level for many years and served as chair of NAR’s Professional Standards Committee twice as well as the Risk Management License Law Committee. Due to her extensive knowledge, she has launched a successful career as a real estate instructor and lecturer and has presented numerous educational programs for the National Association of REALTORS® and various local and state associations across the country.
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception
The 2022 Board of Directors for the Alaska REALTORS® would invite you to join
us for drinks and appetizers. Great opportunity to network and discuss the day
of training. Compliments of Alyeska Title.
The hotel provides a wonderful breakfast for those staying at the venue.
9:00 AM
Welcome and Introductions
- 2022 Alaska REALTORS® Installation Ceremony
- Pledge of Allegiance
- REALTOR® Pledge
- Region 12 Update (virtual) with Dale Chumbley, R12 Vice-President
- NAR update (speaker TBD)
10:00 AM
Jody Urquhart – Keynote
Fed up with living a mediocre life, Jody decided she wanted a memorable one instead. Her unyielding ambition fueled her into the world of stand-up comedy, a place where she learned to roll with the punch lines and turn life’s lemons into delicious lemonade. Jody’s skills are not only limited to being super funny; she is also a motivational speaker and participates in over 100 events per year.
Her mission is simple, to eagerly empower worn-out professionals with humor, hindsight and hallelujahs. She firmly believes it’s not what you do that matters- it’s how you feel about what you do. With more than twenty-three years of experience inspiring and entertaining audiences across the globe, Jody Urquhart delivers uplifting, engaging motivational speeches that help professionals cultivate a much-needed blissful can-do attitude towards fun and meaningful work.
Every keynote is a stepping stone towards building the work-life you have always wanted. She is the author of All Work & No Say’s best-selling book, a tongue-in-cheek insight into the rat race and how to reveal joy. In her spare time, Jody loves to meditate and still performs stand-up comedy, but not at the same time.
11:00 AM
Alaska REALTORS® Board of Directors Meeting
Thank you for HSA Home Warranty for co-sponsoring the Board of Director’s
package.
12:00 PM
Lunch Panel – So you Want to Be a Leader?
A moderated Q&A with 2021 Leadership Academy graduates. Participate in an interview with the new graduates to learn more and gain a better understanding of what the Alaska Leadership Academy is and what it is not.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Introducing the Ombudsman Program with Diane Disbrow
Diane Disbrow has been an active REALTOR® in New Jersey for over 39 years and was involved in the management of her and her husband’s independent real estate company for 33 years. Diane has been active on the Professional Standards Committees, Legal Action, and Risk Management Committees at the local, state, and national level for many years and served as chair of NAR’s Professional Standards Committee twice as well as the Risk Management License Law Committee. Due to her extensive knowledge, she has launched a successful career as a real estate instructor and lecturer and has presented numerous educational programs for the National Association of REALTORS® and various local and state associations across the country.
5:30 PM
Join the Alaska RPAC Trustees at Sullivan Steakhouse 320 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage
Day three is focused on learning topics to give the participant an opportunity to gather information for their own leadership interests and learn more about the volunteer leadership opportunities provided on the state association level.
The hotel provides a wonderful breakfast for those staying at the venue.
8:00 AM
Advocacy Committee and RPAC 101 with Heather K. Brakes, Legislative Consultants, LLC & Errol Champion, Advocacy Chair
8:45 AM
Kathy Fowler will be here to update the Alaska REALTORS® on what can be expected in 2022 with RPAC on the national level, as well as provide a recap of 2021. This is a great opportunity to learn more about getting involved in your local, state, and national associations.
Kathy Fowler is the Designated Managing Broker with eXpRealty in Oklahoma. Prior to moving to Oklahoma City, Kathy was a REALTOR® in Enid for 12 years where she served as her local board president in 2009 and was selected REALTOR® of the year in 2007. Kathy is a graduate of the Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® Leadership program and was the 2018 State President.
Born and raised in Northwest Montana, Kathy worked in a variety of occupations. She fought forest fires, was an insurance agent and is Mom to an amazing daughter! When not selling houses, Kathy is a novice runner and has completed 13 half marathons in 2013. She has run 7 marathons including the Marine Corp Marathon and finished her first (and likely her last) 50 mile run in Montana, June of 2015.
She was selected as the 2018 REALTOR® of the Year for the Oklahoma Metro Association of REALTORS (OKCMAR). Currently, Kathy serves on several NAR and OKCMAR committees and serves on the State Board of Directors.
9:00 AM
Round table discussion with AR Key Working Groups
A timed table discussion with each committee to explore 3-4 questions to gather ideas and vision for each committee. You may find in this discussion, there is a committee just for you.
- Engagement
- Commitment to Excellence
- Operations & Policy and Procedures
- Professional Standards
- Leadership Academy
- Assets & Investments
10:15 AM
Break
10:30 AM
NAR Does What? – (virtual)
Marc Gould, Senior Vice President, Member Development, National Association of REALTORS®
Marc Gould is the Senior Vice President of Member Development at the National Association of REALTORS® with responsibility for programs that benefit members and increase professionalism in the industry. Under his leadership, NAR launched its industry-changing Commitment to Excellence digital engagement platform and the award-winning REALTOR® Center for Financial Wellness program. In 2006, Marc came to NAR where he grew the Real Estate Buyers’ Agent Council in both membership and courses, acquired the Senior Real Estate Specialist Council, and launched multiple credentials. Marc has an MBA from Loyola University, a BA from the University of Michigan, and achieved the rank of Major as an officer in the United States Army.
11:30 AM
Robert’s Rules with Barbara A. Jones, Municipality of Anchorage Clerk
Did you know there was a fun way to learn and explore the use of Robert’s Rules? We are excited to have Barbara lead the Leadership Conference in a game to help new and intermediate-level leaders in running effective meetings. There will be prizes.
Barbara Jones has served as the Anchorage Municipal Clerk since July, 2012. As the Municipal Clerk, Jones is responsible for managing a staff of ten regular employees in the Clerk’s Office. The Clerk’s Office supports the Anchorage Assembly and Assembly Boards, such as the Board of Ethics; conducts fair elections; accurately manages the records created by the Assembly, and reviews and issues marijuana and certain other business licenses.
Prior to her appointment as Clerk, Jones served as the Anchorage Ombudsman from January 2011-July 2012, and as Executive Director and Staff Attorney for the Anchorage Equal Rights Commission from 1999 – 2011. Jones received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and her law degree from the University of Denver.
Jones has been involved with the Alaska Bar Association Law Related Education Committee and several other Bar Association committees. She has been involved in a number of community organizations, including Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and the Arthritis Foundation.
12:30 PM
Closing comments