2023 Annual Conference
Montreal, QC, Canada
September 18–22, 2023
About This Event
This year's Annual Conference will be an exciting opportunity for those in the real estate regulation industry to come together and explore the latest trends, ideas, and best practices. The conference will offer diverse educational sessions, including keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops. As an attendee, you will have the chance to learn about emerging technologies, regulatory changes, consumer protection, and best practices.
This year's Keynote Speaker is Will Bowen!
Will Bowen is founder of the Complaint Free? movement with over 15 million followers worldwide.
Will’s been featured on Oprah, Forbes, NBC’s Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, The ABC World News, Fox News, People, Newsweek, The Wall Street Journal, and Chicken Soup for the Soul.
In July 2006, Will Bowen handed out 250 purple rubber bracelets inviting people to use them as a tool to stop complaining.
Will’s idea EXPLODED around the world and, to date, more than 15 million of his purple Complaint Free bracelets have been distributed to people in 106 countries.
Maya Angelou provided the forward for Will’s #1 International Bestselling book A Complaint Free World, which has sold nearly 4 million copies in 40 languages and is required reading at many universities and businesses.
Thousands of companies worldwide have used Will’s Complaint Free? Business program to increase productivity, improve communication, and raise morale.
Will’s clients include The Million Dollar Roundtable, Pricewaterhousecoopers, Volvo, and Kimberly Clark.
Will Bowen is a humorous motivational speaker, a #1 International best-selling author, a multi #1 Amazon best-selling author, an award-winning trainer, the 2016 Purdue University Executive in Residence, and he’s the World Authority on Complaining — why people complain, what’s wrong with complaining, and how to get ourselves and others to stop complaining.
Our Fair Housing Speaker is Mr. Richard Rothstein!
Richard Rothstein is the co-author of JUST ACTION: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law and author of THE COLOR OF LAW: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America. He also writes a regular column to which you can subscribe for free at JustAction.substack.com. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute, and Senior Fellow (Emeritus) of the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. He is the author of many other articles and books on race and education, which can be found at his web page at the Economic Policy Institute.
Denim & Diamonds Installation Reception
Join us on Thursday, September 21, as we come together to celebrate and officially install the 2024 Officers. All registered attendees are encouraged to attend. While dressing to the theme is optional, it's highly encouraged!
Schedule
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Meeting time zone: Eastern Daylight Time (US/Eastern time)
| Monday September 18 Arrival Day | Welcome Reception | |
|---|---|
| 2:00–8:00 pm | Hospitality Desk |
| 4:30–5:30 pm | New Member Reception |
| 5:30–8:00 pm | Welcome Reception |
| Tuesday September 19 Offsite Reception | |
| 7:00–7:45 am |
Breakfast Montreal C/D (11th Floor) |
| 8:00–8:30 am |
Opening Session Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 8:30–9:00 am |
District 1 Caucus St. Antoine A (9th Floor) Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont |
| 8:30–9:00 am |
District 2 Caucus Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Jamaica, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nova Scotia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virgin Islands, Virginia, West Virginia |
| 8:30–9:00 am |
District 3 Caucus Ville-Marie (9th Floor) Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Saskatchewan, South Dakota |
| 8:30–9:00 am |
District 4 Caucus St. Antoine B (9th Floor) Alaska, Arizona, British Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming |
| 9:05–9:50 am |
Education Certification Committee Meeting Ville-Marie (9th Floor) |
| 9:05–9:50 am |
Law and Regulation Committee Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 10:00–10:45 am |
Investigator/Auditor Resource Committee Meeting Ville-Marie (9th Floor) |
| 10:00–10:45 am |
Membership Committee Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 10:00–10:45 am |
Nominating Committee Meeting St. Antoine A (9th Floor) |
| 10:45 am–12:00 pm |
Administrator Roundtable Meeting Ville-Marie (9th Floor) Moderator - Daphne Hawk, Ohio |
| 10:45 am–12:00 pm |
Affiliate Roundtable Meeting - The Impact of AI on Professional Education St. Antoine A (9th Floor) Moderator: Zach Schabot, Zillow Group, Inc. |
| 10:45 am–12:00 pm |
Commissioner Roundtable Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) Moderator: Ed Downs, District of Columbia |
| 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch On Your Own |
| 1:30–3:00 pm |
Case Law Update Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 3:15–4:45 pm |
Fair Housing General Session - Richard Rothstein Fortifications Ballfoom (9th Floor) |
| 6:00–9:00 pm |
Offsite Reception Departures: 5:30-6:30, Le Westin Lobby Join us for an enchanting evening at Le Windsor as we transport you to a world of mystery and elegance at our French masquerade-themed offsite reception. |
| Wednesday September 20 | |
| 6:30–7:30 am |
Fun Walk Le Westin Lobby (RC) Pack your tennis shoes! Join ARELLO for a walk designed for everyone! We will meet in the lobby at 6:30 am. |
| 7:30–8:30 am |
Breakfast Montreal C/D (11th Floor) |
| 9:00–10:15 am |
Education Issues Roundtable Meeting Ville-Marie (9th Floor) Moderator: Keri Ferro, West Virginia |
| 9:00–10:15 am |
Real Estate Practices Roundtable Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) Moderators: Corean Hamlin, The Colibri Group; Nick Barker, Wyoming |
| 10:15–10:30 am | Break |
| 10:30 am–12:00 pm |
Keynote Speaker - Will Bowen Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch On Your Own |
| 1:30–2:30 pm |
Timeshare Legislation & Public Policy Presentation Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 2:30–3:15 pm |
Finance Committee Meeting Ville-Marie (9th Floor) |
| 2:30–3:15 pm |
Program Committee Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 2:30–2:45 pm |
Examination Accreditation Committee Meeting - OPEN St. Antoine A (9th Floor) |
| 2:45–3:15 pm |
Examination Accreditation Committee Meeting - CLOSED St. Antoine A (9th Floor) |
| 3:30–5:00 pm |
Awards Ceremony Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| Thursday September 21 Board of Directors & Installation Celebration | |
| 7:00–8:00 am |
Breakfast Montreal C/D (11th Floor) |
| 8:05–8:50 am |
ARELLO Foundation Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 9:00–9:45 am |
Fair Housing Committee Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 10:00–10:45 am |
Getting Involved in ARELLO Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch On Your Own |
| 1:30–2:00 pm |
General Assembly Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 2:00–4:00 pm |
Board of Directors Meeting Fortifications Ballroom (9th Floor) |
| 6:00–9:00 pm |
Installation Reception Montreal A/B (11th Floor) |
| Friday September 22 Departures | Commissioner College | |
| 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
Commissioner College 102 Separate Registration is Required |
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Sponsorship of activities by vendors or regulated entities at this conference or meeting shall not be construed as an endorsement by ARELLO of the sponsoring entity or of the products, services, policies or positions. The sponsorship is not intended by the vendor or regulated entity, nor should it be construed by anyone, to influence the decisions of ARELLO and its representatives.
Hotel Information
Le Westin Montreal
270 Saint-Antoine Ouest Montreal, Quebec H2Y 0A3
The nightly room rate is 299 CAD ++ per night. To book your stay within the ARELLO room rate, click here.
The ARELLO room block cut off date is August 14, 2023.
Due to the nature of hotel event contracts, hotels only make room blocks available for the conference dates (September 18 -22, 2023). If you want to extend your stay outside the conference dates, you may need to make a separate reservation. Please contact the hotel to arrange to extend your stay if no longer available through the ARELLO booking link.
Frequently Asked Questions
GENERAL
When and where is the 2023 Annual Conference?
The 2023 Annual Conference will be at Le Westin Montreal in Montreal, Quebec, Canada September 18 - 22, 2023.
Learn more and register here.
Do I need a passport to travel to Canada from the United States?
Yes, all travelers entering Canada from the United States are required to have a valid passport or other travel documents that are recognized by the Canadian government.
Do I need a visa to travel to Canada from the United States?
If you are a US citizen, you do not need a visa to enter Canada for tourism, business, or transit purposes for up to six months. However, other types of travel, such as study or work, may require a visa.
How do I get my passport?
Travel.State.Gov
Is there still time to get my passport?
The US Dpeartment of State is indicating that processing can take up to 13 weeks. We encourgae all attendees who need a passport (or need to renew their passport) to begin that process as soon as possible. Additional information about processing times can be found here.
REGISTRATION
How much does it cost to register?
- ARELLO Regulatory, Affiliate & Associate Members - $630.00
- ARELLO Emeritus Member - $75.00
- Non-Member - $2500.00
- Guest** - $75.00
A non-member spouse/guest accompanying a full conference attendee - includes all events, receptions and meals provided by the conference.
What if I miss the registration cut-off date?
Our conferences have become increasingly more popular each year, and while we would love to accommodate everyone, we cannot add attendees after the registration deadline. We hope to see you at the next event!
Can I register myself but have my commission pay for it later?
Yes! On the payment step of the registration process, select Pay by Check / Create Invoice as your payment method, and you can register without paying yet. You will receive your invoice via email; just forward the invoice to the party who will be paying for your registration and they can make payment online or send a check.
Can I bring a guest to ARELLO events?
We love when our attendees bring a guest! All guests must be registered and paid in advance of the event. Only registered guests will be allowed to attend any ARELLO events. Our offsite events are restricted to individuals 21 years of age or older.
My organization will be paying for my registration, but I need to pay personally for my guest. How do I do that?
You need to create two separate registrations. One for you, and one for your guest.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Why do I need to stay at the ARELLO host hotel?
There is limited hotel space in the area so you will want to book your room promptly. ARELLO negotiates the lowest possible rates at area hotels. Additionally, staying in a ARELLO-booked hotel allows you to take advantage of networking opportunities, as attendees will make up the majority of the guests at official hotels.
I want to extend my stay but the ARELLO room block is sold out. What should I do?
Due to the nature of hotel event contracts, hotels only make room blocks available for the conference dates. If you want to extend your stay outside the conference dates, you may need to make a separate reservation. Please contact the hotel to arrange to extend your stay if no longer available through the ARELLO booking link.
TRANSPORTATION
What airport do I fly into?
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Does ARELLO provide transportation?
No, ARELLO will only be providing transportation for the off-site event.
How do I get to the Hotel?
Location details for Le Westin Montreal
We suggest using Uber, Lyft or taxi to get to the hotel.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE MEETING
What should I bring to the meeting?
ARELLO recommends business casual attire for conferences, but there is no mandatory dress code in place. If you want dress more casual, you do you; we are all adults here. For ancillary events, there is often a theme that you can find on the event’s webpage. While dressing to the theme is optional, doing so can be tons of fun!!
As for meeting materials - You will be able to access all meeting materials via the ARELLO app. Many of our attendees will also bring a computer or tablet to take notes or access documents. Paper gets lost and trees are cool so no meeting materials are printed.
Which sessions can I attend?
You may attend any session that doesn’t say “CLOSED” in the title.
SPONSORSHIP
How do I become a sponsor of an ARELLO event?
Go to ARELLO.org/Events and click the “Sponsorship Tab” to learn about the different opportunities available. You can fill out the form on that webpage and a member of our team will get back to you or you can contact Calleigh Smith (calleigh@arello.org) directly.
Cancellation Policy
In accordance with ARELLO Procedure 9, all cancellation requests must be in writing and sent to ARELLO's Chief Executive Officer. Cancellations received at or before August 19, 2023 11:59pm ET (30 days prior to the start of the event) will receive a full refund. There is a $100.00 cancellation fee for cancellations received between August 20, 2023 12:00am ET and September 8, 2023 11:59pm ET (10 days prior to the start of the event). No refunds will be made for cancellations received after September 9, 2023 12:00am ET.
Refunds for cancellations due to an illness, injury, death or emergency will be considered on a case by case basis by the ARELLO Chief Executive Officer.
Registration Fee Information
| Name | Availability | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regulatory Member Representative of a member jurisdiction that is current with its member dues. |
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$630.00 |
| Affiliate/Associate Member Affiliate or Associate Member (does not qualify for regulatory membership) and is current with member dues. |
|
$630.00 |
| Emeritus Member |
|
$75.00 |
| Non-Member |
|
$2,500.00 |
| Guest A non-member spouse/guest accompanying a full conference attendee - includes all events, receptions and meals provided by the conference.
|
|
$75.00 |
Registration closes 8/5/2023 11:59pm EDT.
Documents
| File | Size | Modified |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Annual Conference Sponsorship Opportunities.pdf | 277.32 KiB | 7/6/23 4:45 PM |