2024 Annual Conference

Chicago, Illinois
September 23–25, 2024

About This Event

Join the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO®) at our prestigious Annual Conference, held in Chicago, Illinois. This is your chance to engage with top experts and thought leaders, participate in dynamic discussions, and seize incredible networking opportunities. Register now to be part of the conversation that is driving the industry forward!

Event highlights include:

  • Influential Discussions: Dive into pivotal topics that are shaping the future of real estate.
  • Unmatched Networking: Connect with the strongest minds in the industry through roundtable discussions and networking events.
  • Cutting-Edge Innovations: Gain access to the latest technologies and trends transforming the real estate industry.
  • Exclusive Keynote Speakers: Hear from influential figures who are navigating the future of real estate.
  • Celebration of Excellence: Help us celebrate excellence in real estate regulation with our awards ceremony, then join us for the installation ceremony of 2025 ARELLO® President Janet Thoren.

Schedule

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Meeting time zone: Central Daylight Time (US/Central time)

Monday September 23
8:00 am–3:00 pm Commissioner College 101

Huron Room, 2nd Floor
Separate registration required. Register here.

10:00 am–12:00 pm Executive Committee Meeting - CLOSED

Superior West Room, 2nd Floor

12:00–6:00 pm Registration

Great Lakes Foyer, 2nd Floor

2:15–3:15 pm ARELLO Foundation Meeting

Chicago Ballroom, 16th Floor

2:15–3:15 pm Nominating Committee Meeting

Ontario Room, 2nd Floor

3:30–4:30 pm Fair Housing Awards Program & Committee Meeting

Chicago Ballroom, 16th Floor

3:30–4:30 pm Finance and Audit Committee Meeting

Ontario Room, 2nd Floor

3:30–4:00 pm Examination Accreditation Committee Meeting - OPEN

Erie Room, 2nd Floor
Available to all attendees

4:00–4:30 pm Examination Accreditation Committee Meeting - CLOSED

Erie Room, 2nd Floor

5:00–6:00 pm First-Time Attendee Reception

Michigan Ballroom, 2nd Floor

6:30–9:30 pm Welcome Reception: Blues and Brews on the Chicago River

Offsite Event; Buses from Lobby 6:00-6:30
River Roast, 315 N La Salle St, Chicago, IL 60654
Please dress in smart casual attire for our Welcome Reception at the River Roast. We encourage you to incorporate the color blue into your outfit. Cocktails, beer, wine, and dinner will be provided.

 
Tuesday September 24
7:00–7:30 am Breakfast

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

7:30–7:45 am Welcome Remarks

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

7:45–8:30 am Opening Session

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
James Dwiggins, CEO of NextHome Inc.

8:30–9:50 am Education Issues Roundtable

Michigan Ballroom, 2nd Floor

8:30–9:50 am Real Estate Practices Roundtable

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

9:50–10:20 am Case Law Update

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

10:20–10:50 am NAR Update

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Alexia Smokler, Fair Housing Policy and Programs Director of the National Association of REALTORS®

11:00 am–12:00 pm Industry Partners – Collaborate and Connect

Michigan Ballroom, 2nd Floor
This is led by Affiliate Members, and we encourage everyone to attend.

11:00 am–12:00 pm Investigator/Auditor Resource Committee Meeting

Ontario Room, 2nd Floor

11:00 am–12:00 pm Membership Committee Meeting

Huron Room, 2nd Floor

12:00–1:30 pm Keynote Lunch

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Adorna Carroll, President of Dynamic Directions, Inc.

1:30–3:00 pm Administrator Roundtable

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

1:30–3:00 pm Commissioner Roundtable

Michigan Ballroom, 2nd Floor

3:00–3:15 pm Break
3:15–4:30 pm Education and Communication Awards Program

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

4:30 pm Night On Your Own
5:30–7:30 pm Zillow Happy Hour

Cloud Bar at 360 Chicago | RSVP here

 
Wednesday September 25
7:00–7:45 am Breakfast

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

7:00–7:45 am Past Presidents Breakfast

Erie Room, 2nd Floor
Closed meeting

8:00–9:00 am Fair Housing General Session

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Michelle Mills Clement, CEO of Chicago Association of REALTORS®

9:15–10:15 am Education Certification Committee Meeting

Chicago Ballroom, 16th Floor

9:15–10:15 am Program Committee Meeting

Ontario Room, 2nd Floor

10:15–10:30 am Break
10:30–11:05 am Keynote Session

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Rob Hahn, Managing Partner of 7DS Associates

11:05–11:40 am Keynote Session

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Stephen Brobeck, Senior Fellow of Consumer Federation of America

11:40 am–12:00 pm Q&A with Rob Hahn and Stephen Brobeck

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

12:00–1:30 pm Lunch On Your Own
1:30–2:00 pm General Assembly Meeting

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

2:00–3:00 pm Board of Directors Meeting

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor

6:00–9:30 pm Installation Ceremony and Reception

Great Lakes Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Please wear cocktail attire for our Installation Ceremony celebrating 2025 President Janet Thoren.

While the overall event dates are generally set well in advance, the individual session times are subject to change without notice.

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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

Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

909 Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60611

Book your hotel room at the venue where event programming is taking place! Reserve your room at the Westin Michigan Avenue here.

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 24, 2024 11:59pm EDT (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 25, 2024 12:00am EDT and September 12, 2024 11:59pm EDT (10 days prior to the start of the event). No refunds will be made for cancellations received after September 13, 2024 12:00am EDT.

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

NameAvailabilityFee
Regulatory Member

Representative of a member jurisdiction that is current with its member dues.

  • ARELLO member account required.
  • ARELLO membership type: Full
$630.00
Affiliate/Associate Member

Affiliate or Associate Member (does not qualify for regulatory membership) and is current with member dues.

  • ARELLO member account required.
  • ARELLO membership type: Affiliate, Institutional Affiliate, Associate
$630.00
Emeritus Member
  • ARELLO member account required.
  • ARELLO membership type: Emeritus
$75.00
Guest

A non-member spouse/guest accompanying a full conference attendee - includes all events, receptions and meals provided by the conference.

 

  • Everyone
$75.00
Non-Member
  • Everyone
$2,500.00
Locals Rate

Exclusive to non-members who live in Chicago.

  • On or after 9/6/2024
  • On or before 9/27/2024
$630.00

Register before 9/6/2024 11:59pm EDT to avoid a late registration fee of $0.00.

Please note that registration fees for attendees are set to ensure ARELLO's costs are covered including the hotel/venue service charges and state and local taxes. Every effort is made to make these reasonable and affordable for our members.