Convention Highlights…

Go global! On Friday, August 27, make time to attend the Global Perspectives Panel Discussion Forum from 9 – 11:00 a.m. Meet international real estate professionals who are participating in the Florida Real Estate Networking and Study Tour.

Watch and share the excitement as Florida Realtors President Wendell Davis highlights six great reasons to attend this year’s convention.

There’s something for everyone, from specialty group education offerings to our annual Awards Luncheon, recognizing Florida Realtors with a Passion for the Profession.

RE BarCamp Orlando – August 25

RE Barcamp OrlandoWhat’s this? If you need to ask, then you need to know, because once you get the gist of these “un-conferences” you will want to participate. RE (real estate) BarCamps are a one-day spontaneous and collaborative meeting of the best minds in the business. Participants show up to learn or openly share their knowledge about social media, technology, branding, marketing, and what’s happening now and next in the industry. ANYONE can participate. This event is FREE.  There is NO preset agenda. ATTENDEES decide what the sessions will be. Register online or for more information visit REBarCampOrlando.com.

Special Events

CRS Breakfast & Membership Meeting

  • Date: Thursday, Aug. 26
  • Time: 8:00-9:30 a.m.
  • Cost: $45 per ticket

Convention Keynote & Awards Luncheon, featuring Jon Gordon

  • Date: Thursday, Aug. 26
  • Time: 11:30 – 2:00 p.m.
  • Cost: $48 per ticket

Trade Expo Ice Cream Social

  • Date: Thursday, Aug. 26
  • Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
  • Event: Enjoy social and business opportunities, along with a delicious assortment of ice cream desserts during this leisurely time to network and speak with exhibitors.
  • Cost: Included in your Expo only or full convention registration fee

Wonder Works Interactive Magic Comedy Dinner Show

  • Date: Thursday, Aug. 26
  • Time: Buses leave hotel at 6:00 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.
  • Cost: $49 per ticket
  • Hosted by CRS Chapter

WCR Awards Banquet

  • Date: Thursday, Aug. 26
  • Time: 6:30 p.m. reception; 7:15 p.m. dinner
  • Cost: $75 per ticket

RPAC Capitol Club Breakfast

  • Capitol Club members only
  • Date: Friday, Aug. 27
  • Time: 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

CRB Luncheon

  • Date: Friday, Aug. 27
  • Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $50 per ticket

International Luncheon

  • Date: Friday, Aug. 27
  • Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $60 per ticket

RPAC Jamboree

  • Date: Saturday, Aug. 28
  • Time: 8 p.m. to Midnight
  • Cost: $30 per ticket

Inspirational Breakfast

  • Date: Sunday, Aug. 29
  • Time: 7:00 – 8:15 a.m.
  • Cost: $35 per ticket

What’s my success strategy?

“Knowledge is power and knowledge turns into dollars. At each year’s Florida Realtors® annual convention, I get to learn from the best in the business. My clients benefit and it increases my bottom line.”

Maria Wells, ABR, CRB, SRES

2010 Florida Realtors® Trade Expo

The Florida Realtors® Trade Expo is centrally located in the Sebastian Ballroom at Rosen Shingle Creek.

Trade Expo hours & meeting room floor plans
Thursday, Aug. 26 - 9:15 - 5:30 p.m.
Ice cream social: Thursday, Aug. 26 - 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 27 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Free Friday Expo admission
Everyone will be admitted to the Trade Expo on Friday, Aug. 27, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sign up for free admission using the convention registration form (login required). As an added bonus, everyone who attends Free Friday this year will get one complimentary pass to attend an education session on Friday.

Special and Ticketed events

Tickets can be purchased online (login required) or download the registration form. Contact us anytime with questions at (800) 669-4327.

Tickets are collected at the door for all ticketed events.

CRS Breakfast & Membership Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 26
8:00-9:30 a.m.
$45 per ticket

Convention Keynote & Awards Luncheon, featuring Jon Gordon
Thursday, Aug. 26
11:30 - 2:00 p.m.
$48 per ticket

Trade Expo Ice Cream Social
Thursday, Aug. 26
4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Cost: Included in your Expo only or full convention registration fee

Wonder Works Interactive Magic Comedy Dinner Show
Thursday, Aug. 26
Buses leave hotel at 6:00 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.
$49 per ticket
Hosted by CRS Chapter

WCR Awards Banquet
Thursday, Aug. 26
6:30 p.m. reception; 7:15 p.m. dinner
$75 per ticket

RPAC Capitol Club Breakfast
Capitol Club members only
Friday, Aug. 27
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

CRB Luncheon
Friday, Aug. 27
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
$50 per ticket

International Luncheon
Friday, Aug. 27
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
$60 per ticket

RPAC Jamboree
Saturday, Aug. 28
8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
$30 per ticket

Inspirational Breakfast
Sunday, Aug. 29
7:00 - 8:15 a.m.
$35 per ticket

Help Build the American Dream

On Wed., Aug. 25, kick off your convention experience by joining Habitat for Humanity Orlando during Florida Realtors® Build Day. The bus leaves Rosen Shingle Creek at 7:15 a.m. returning at 12:45 p.m. Download Registration and Details.

Please note: Convention registration is not required to participate in this event.

Step Up To Fitness!

Join this energetic group of Florida Realtors for a morning walk on both Friday and Saturday mornings. Walkers meet in the hotel lobby (near the bird cage) at 6:00 a.m. The Realtor Walk is led by Tim Kinzler. You can reach him at tim@timkinzler.com.