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Arrive & Thrive Stride - Sponsored by Realtor.com
A casual seaside stroll along the golden coast with CRMLS Chair Carolyn Triebold and fellow CRMLS leaders as we welcome speakers and attendees.
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel Lobby
Check into your room
- 4:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, CA
Registration Open
- 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, CA
Sip & Thrive Soiree - Sponsored by SentriLock
An evening cocktail reception where you can mingle with fellow attendees and speakers of Thrive ‘26 or challenge a new friend to a friendly game of cornhole. Winners get bragging rights!
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, CA
Kelvin Walls - Entrepreneur
Join our Arrive and Thrive Stride
- 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Huntington Beach Boardwalk
Hina Spooner - HR Consultant
Check into your room
- 4:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Tommie Jordan - Developer
Thrive & Vibe with us at the Sip & Thrive Soiree – Cocktail Reception | Sponsored by SentriLock
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Rise & Thrive Pacific Ocean Cold Plunge
Kickstart your morning with a refreshing Pacific Ocean cold plunge led by MC Russell Smith. Meet at 6:30 a.m. at the Jack’s Beach Concession building, across from the Pasea Hotel, for a quick dip before breakfast and an energizing start to your day.
- 06:30 AM
- Huntington Beach, CA
Registration Open
- 8:00 AM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Breakfast
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Welcome to Thrive!
Russell Smith – MC
- 9:00 AM - 9:05 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Navigating What’s Next: Compliance, AI & Risk in a Changing Industry
Art Carter, Ed Zorn – Panelists
Ohan Antebian – Moderator
- The rules are changing, technology is evolving, and broker responsibility continues to expand. Join CRMLS CEO Art Carter and VP & General Counsel Ed Zorn in a candid conversation with Ohan Antebian as they discuss the latest compliance updates, emerging MLS policy trends, the growing influence of artificial intelligence, and the legal and operational risks facing brokerages today. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to help their organizations remain compliant, competitive, and prepared for what’s next.
- 9:05 AM - 9:20 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Beyond the Buzz: AI Tools You Can Use Right Now
Katie Smithson, Jeremy Henley & Zach Gorman – Panelists
Russell Smith – Moderator
- AI has moved beyond experimentation and into everyday business. Join Russell Smith (Earnnest), Katie Smithson (REcore), Jeremy Henley (TheQwikFix), and Zach Gorman (RealReports) as they share practical examples of how AI is helping brokers and agents streamline operations, uncover insights, enhance marketing, and deliver more value to clients. Leave with real takeaways you can implement immediately, regardless of your brokerage’s size or tech expertise.
- 9:20 AM - 9:35 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Sponsor Spotlight: HouseCanary
Chris Rediger & Thadious Fisher – Panelists
Katie Smithson – Moderator
- 9:35 AM - 9:45 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
What’s Old is New Again
James Dwiggins & Keith Robinson
- National MLS initiatives. Private listing networks. Consumer data platforms. Industry consolidation. Sound familiar? Many of today’s hottest topics have been debated for decades. Join James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson for a lively conversation on the ideas, trends, and controversies that continue to resurface in real estate, and what history can teach us about where the industry is headed next.
- 9:45 AM - 10:00 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Sponsor Spotlight: Mack Financial
Alan Mack
- 10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Break
- 10:05 AM - 10:20 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
From Strategy to Reality: NAR’s Strategic Plan and Broker Outreach
Sherry Chris
- Join Sherry Chris for an inside look at the progress being made on NAR’s strategic plan and the priorities shaping the future of the real estate industry. Drawing from conversations with brokers across the country over the past 19 months, Sherry will share key insights, themes, and lessons learned directly from the field.
This session will highlight how NAR is turning strategy into action, the feedback brokers are providing, and what these efforts mean for leaders navigating an evolving real estate landscape.
- Join Sherry Chris for an inside look at the progress being made on NAR’s strategic plan and the priorities shaping the future of the real estate industry. Drawing from conversations with brokers across the country over the past 19 months, Sherry will share key insights, themes, and lessons learned directly from the field.
- 10:25 AM - 10:40 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Scaling Success: What Top Brokerage Leaders Are Doing Differently
Courtney Poulos (SERHANT.), Erik Messinger (NextHome Pacific Estates), Guy Gal (Side)
Sherry Chris (NAR) – Moderator
- What does it really take to build and lead a successful brokerage today? Hear directly from top brokerage leaders as they share the strategies, tools, and leadership lessons helping them grow, adapt, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. From AI and technology to recruiting, retention, communication, and the evolving needs of agents and consumers, this candid conversation will offer practical ideas you can take back to your business.
- 10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Keynote Speaker | Beyond the Headlines: The Economy, Housing, and What's Next for California Real Estate
Dr. Christopher Thornberg
- California’s real estate market continues to evolve amid economic uncertainty, affordability challenges, and changing consumer expectations. Join nationally recognized economist Dr. Christopher Thornberg, founding partner of Beacon Economics, as he cuts through the headlines to deliver a data-driven outlook on California’s economy and housing market. Walk away with practical insights to help you anticipate change and make informed decisions in the year ahead.
- 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Networking Lunch sponsored by HouseCanary
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
The Future Is Watching, What Kind of Leaders Will We Be?
Tamara Suminski
The future of real estate isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we create.
As technology accelerates, consumer expectations evolve, and housing challenges become more complex, our industry is at an inflection point. The choices we make today will shape the future of housing, the promise of homeownership, and the strength of our profession.
Join 2026 C.A.R. President Tamara Suminski for a look at the leadership, innovation, and advocacy needed to help build what’s next.
Because the future won’t be defined by change alone—it will be defined by the leaders who choose to build it.
- 1:05 PM - 1:20 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Growth Playbook: Practical Strategies for Recruiting, Retention & Expansion
Kevin Van Eck
- While others focus on market challenges, successful brokerages are focused on execution. Join Kevin Van Eck as he shares data-driven insights and proven tactics to improve recruiting, increase agent engagement, boost retention, and position your brokerage for long-term growth. Walk away with practical strategies you can implement immediately.
- 1:20 PM - 1:35 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Growth Stack: The Habits, Systems & Strategies Driving Brokerage Success
Drew Wilke, James Sanders & James Dwiggins – Panelists
Kevin Van Eck – Moderator
- Growth requires more than great agents. It takes the right combination of leadership, technology, marketing, and operational strategy. Join moderator Kevin Van Eck and industry leaders Drew Wilke (Luxury Presence), James Dwiggins (NextHome), and James Sanders (Estate Properties) for a candid conversation on the tactics helping brokerages attract top talent, improve retention, increase adoption, and drive sustainable growth. Walk away with practical insights you can apply immediately to strengthen your brokerage and position it for long-term success.
- 1:35 PM - 1:50 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Next Majority: Winning the Future of California Real Estate
Edwin Acevedo
- California’s next wave of growth is being driven by evolving demographics, changing consumer expectations, and new pathways to homeownership. In this insightful session, Edwin Acevedo (NAHREP) explores how forward-thinking brokerages can position themselves to attract, serve, and lead the next generation of real estate consumers.
- 1:50 PM - 2:05 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know
Emily Line, Christian Fitch & Heather Elias – Panelists
Elizabeth Koneru – Moderator
- You may be closer to untapped opportunities than you think. Join moderator Elizabeth Koneru (NAR/.RealEstate) and industry experts Emily Line (RPR), Christian Fitch (SkySlope), and Heather Elias (IDX Broker) for a fast-paced discussion on the powerful tools, resources, and business advantages many brokers and agents overlook. From data and digital presence to compliance and operational efficiency, discover what’s hiding in plain sight and how leveraging it can help you work smarter, serve clients better, and grow your business.
- 2:05 PM - 2:20 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Multiple Listing Service: Then, Now and Next
Ed Zorn
The Multiple Listing Service was built on a simple premise: cooperation among brokers benefits buyers, sellers, and the market as a whole. That premise is now being tested in courtrooms across the country. This session traces the MLS from its cooperative origins through today’s antitrust flashpoint and looks ahead to how MLS rules, data ownership, and broker cooperation are likely to evolve as courts and regulators reshape the rules of engagement. Attendees will leave with a grounded understanding of how the MLS got here, where the legal pressure points are today, and what changes may be coming next.
- 2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Listing Edge Your Agents Don't Know They're Missing
Racquel Russell (Zillow Group)
- Online pre-marketing is quietly becoming one of the most powerful tools in a top agent’s listing strategy and brokerages that offer it are gaining a real competitive edge. In this session, learn how brokerages are using pre-marketing to change the negotiating dynamic entirely, and why agents equipped with Zillow Preview are consistently converting pre-market interest into signed contracts earlier. Zillow Preview gives your listings the head start they need and works within the CRMLS frameworks.
- 2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Energize & Thrive Networking Session sponsored by Side
with Giveaways!
- 3:00PM - 4:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Registration Open
- 8:00 AM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Breakfast
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Welcome to Thrive ‘25!
Katie Smithson (REcore)
- 9:00 AM - 9:05 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
CRMLS Value Redefined
Art Carter (CRMLS)
- 9:05 AM - 9:20 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Real Estate Media Influence: How Trusted News Shapes the Industry
Mitch Robinson (Real Estate News)
- 9:20 AM - 9:35 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Race to Trust: The Value of MLS in the Age of AI
Jeff Turner (Tangilla & Venture MLS)
- 9:35 AM - 9:55 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Navigating Insurability: California’s Fire Risk Landscape
Nick Sedlak (Green Shield Risk Solutions) & Jason Harris (CartoFront)
- 9:55 AM - 10:10 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Leading with Connection – Building Stronger Teams from the Inside Out
Barbara Betts (The RECollective)
- 10:15 AM - 10:40 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Three BIG Questions, Answered
Greg Robertson (Giant Steps) & Keith Robinson (NextHome)
- 10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Keynote Address
Dr. Christopher Thornberg (Beacon Economics)
- 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Q&A
- 11:50 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Networking Lunch
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
The Changing Value of MLS Data
Amy Gorce (REdistribute, LLC)
- 1:05 PM - 1:20 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
The Changing Value of MLS Data
Amy Gorce (REdistribute, LLC)
- 1:05 PM - 1:20 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Property Management: Smart Moves for Brokers Starting or Scaling
Panelists: Andy Bencosme (Century 21), Mike Hickman (Seven Gables Real Estate), Scott Brady (Partners Real Estate Group)
Moderator: Michael Lucarelli (RentSpree)
- 1:20 PM - 1:40 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Market Trends & Building Value for the Future
Phil Hawkins (C.A.R.)
- 1:40 PM - 2:00 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Beyond Compensation: The Power of Cooperation & Accurate Data in the MLS
Ed Zorn (CRMLS)
- 2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Q&A
- 2:20 PM - 2:30 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Ahead of the Curve: Broker Insights from Perchwell Early Adopters
Panelists: Brenda Meyer (Cozy Cabins Realty), Chris Hasvold (Coldwell Banker Village Properties) Rita Tayenaka (Coast to Canyon Real Estate)
Moderator: Katie Smithson (REcore)
- 2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
General Session Remarks
Katie Smithson (REcore)
- 2:50 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sapphire Ballroom
Energize & Thrive Networking Session - sponsored by Zillow
- Indulge in energizing afternoon snacks while connecting with fellow attendees and exploring our esteemed sponsors.
- Don’t miss the exciting Prize Giveaway and Champagne Toast at 4:30 PM!
- Winners must be present to claim their prizes.
- 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Champagne Toast!
- 4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
- Treehouse on PCH, Huntington Beach, CA
Skip the traffic! Keep the networking going at Treehouse Lounge
- 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Treehouse on PCH, Huntington Beach, CA
Skip the traffic! Keep the networking going at Treehouse Lounge
- 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
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Hina Spooner - HR Consultant
Leadership and Skills: Be the Change Maker
- 09:00am - 11:30am
- Convention Hall 2 - Nusa Dua
Tommie Jordan - Developer
Application Development and Data Modeling
- 13:00pm - 15:30pm
- Convention Hall 1 - Nusa Dua
Aliza Guthrie - Designer
Mastering Figma: UI/UX Design
- 09:00am - 11:30am
- Convention Hall 1 - Nusa Dua
Azaan Webber - Developer
New Technologies: Mobile Apps, Cloud, XaaS
- 13:00pm - 15:30pm
- Convention Hall 3 - Nusa Dua
*Agenda Subject to Change
Event Venue
Located on the sunny California coast…
- Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
- August 31 - September 1
Day 1
Sunday, June 8
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join our Arrive and Thrive Stride
An intimate, seaside gathering to welcome speakers and attendees, lead by CRMLS Chair, Carolyn Triebold4:00 PM
Check into your room
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thrive & Vibe with us at the Sip & Thrive Soiree – Cocktail Reception
Sponsored by SentriLockDay 2
Monday, June 9
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration Open
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Energize & Thrive Networking Session
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Avoid traffic and join other attendees for an optional networking at Treehouse Lounge
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- 1 Day access to the conference
- Music, Launch and Speaker
- Meet Event Speaker
- Consultation With Speaker
- Networking Area
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- 3 Day access to the conference
- Music, Launch and Speaker
- Meet Event Speaker
- Consultation With Speaker
- Networking Area
Silver Pass
- 2 Day access to the conference
- Music, Launch and Speaker
- Meet Event Speaker
- Consultation With Speaker
- Networking Area