Upcoming Webinars

We offer at least 10 exclusive and complimentary webinars each year to our CRB and SRS designees.  This series features a myriad of just-in-time topics facilitated by business and industry leaders, and are an excellent way to stay informed on the latest trends, get new ideas and much more!  Even if you can’t attend the live virtual session, all recordings are available on-demand exclusively to CRB and SRS designees by clicking the link below.

Recorded Webinars

  • Webinar | Avoid the Summer Slump
    Includes a Live Web Event on 08/13/2024 at 3:00 PM (CDT)

    What to do now to maintain a consistent business all year.

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    It’s easy to take your foot off the gas a bit in the summer. But now is the best time to plant the seeds that will turn into business this fall. In this webinar, renowned trainer and speaker Valerie Garcia will lay out 20 steps you can take right now in order to maintain a consistent business no matter the season.

    Free and exclusive to CRB and SRS designees only.

    Valerie Garcia

    Valerie Garcia helps people create customer extraordinary customer experiences, find joy in messy authenticity, and dive head-first into new ideas. Using creative storytelling and nuts-and-bolts strategies to ensure that audiences truly enjoy learning, she is known for delivering motivation and truth with her signature straightforward style and sense of humor.

    A sought-after speaker, coach, and consultant, Valerie has led thousands of keynote presentations, workshops, and leadership development workshops globally, working with some of the world’s best-known brands.

    With over 20 years of experience in the corporate world and nearly a decade as an entrepreneur, Valerie gets it. She is well acquainted with the messy parts of life and leadership and passionate about helping organizations celebrate change and move from fear to forward.

     Val doesn’t just talk about bravery; she knows first-hand what it means to do it scared. Her stories will inspire you to embrace your messy, authentic humanity – becoming a better leader, sales professional, and teammate in the process. Valerie is the author of the forthcoming book, We’re Gonna Need Cake: Celebrating Authentic Leadership in a Messy World, to be released in August 2024.

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  • Webinar | Be A Safety Superhero: How to Protect Clients, Show Your Value and Boost Your Business
    Includes a Live Web Event on 09/10/2024 at 3:00 PM (CDT)

    Join national safety expert Tracey Hawkins for advice on how to implement safe work practices, protect your clients and be a safety resource.

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    September is REALTOR® Safety Month and we're proud to provide designees a safety themed webinar this month.

    Acclaimed national safety expert Tracey Hawkins will join us for a discussion on how to implement safe work practices, protect clients, be a safety resource, and increase your bottom line. Tracey is known as “Tracey, the Safety Lady,” and is the host of REALTOR® Magazine’s podcast, “Drive With NAR: The Safety Series.”

    In this webinar, you'll learn how to: 

    • Advise sellers on how to keep their homes and possessions secure while on the market.
    • Assess and communicate crime statistic resources for buyers.
    • Demonstrate the value of signing the buyer agreement from a safety perspective.
    • Advise FSBOs of selling dangers, provide tips and convert them to clients using safety as a selling point.
    • Leverage AI to create compelling safety content for various platforms, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor and boosting your business through safety-focused lead generation and marketing.

    Free and exclusive to CRB and SRS designees only.

    Tracey Hawkins

    National Safety Expert

    Safety and Security Source

    Tracey Hawkins, also known as “Tracey, the Safety Lady,” is the host of REALTOR® Magazine’s podcast, “Drive With NAR: The Safety Series.” Hawkins is a former real estate agent and a national safety expert, educator and content creator since 1995. She has created 13 innovative and dynamic safety and security programs, including the country’s only real estate safety designation; the only brokerage office safety certification; and an AI, ChatGPT and deepfake dangers and solutions program.

  • Webinar | Safeguarding Your Online Reputation
    Includes a Live Web Event on 12/03/2024 at 3:00 PM (CST)

    Learn how to harness the power of the internet to build a brand, while safeguarding it from negative impacts.

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    In today’s digital age, your online presence is your superpower. This webinar is for real estate professionals who want to harness the power of the internet to build a brand, as well as safeguard it from negative impacts. Your online brand will not only stand out but also stands the test of time. Whether you’re just starting or looking to fine-tune your existing strategy, we've got you covered!


    What You’ll Learn:
    • Identity Crafting: Learn to define and articulate your unique value proposition. Think of it as creating your own superhero origin story.
    • Social Media Mastery: Become a social media ninja. We’ll dive into platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more, showing you how to post like a pro, engage your audience, and convert followers into clients. 
    • Content Creation: Develop content that resonates. From blog posts to videos, we’ll teach you how to create materials that showcase your expertise and personality, making you the go-to agent in your area. 
    • Online Reputation Management: Learn the secrets to maintaining a sterling online reputation. We’ll cover how to handle reviews—both good and bad—and ensure your digital footprint reflects your best self. 
    • Crisis Management: Every hero faces challenges. Learn how to effectively manage online crises and come out stronger on the other side. 

    Free and exclusive to CRB and SRS designees only.

    Matthew Rathbun

    ABR/M, AHWD, CRB, C-RETS, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, MRP, RENE, RSPS, SFR, SRS

    Matthew is currently part of REBI's leadership team where he serves as First Vice President. He will become President in 2025. In addition, he has served in various levels within the Professional Standards process, including ethics instructor, NAR Professional Standards Committee member, a Professional Standards Administrator, Hearing Chair, Grievance Chair, and REALTOR®-Counsel.

    Matthew Rathbun is also a broker, speaker, instructor, author, and self-proclaimed “geek.” He is licensed in Virginia, DC, and Maryland and is a licensed instructor in many US states. Matthew is the Executive Vice President of a large multi-office firm in Virginia, where he oversees operations, risk management, and agent development. Before becoming a broker, he was a high-performing agent and received several awards and accolades throughout the years, including the Virginia Association Instructor of the Year, and was recognized as an RISMedia Newsmaker Thought Leader in 2020.

    Matthew has contributed to or written various national certification and designation courses for RRC, REBAC, and REBI (all three NAR affiliates). He has a wide range of experience with risk reduction, including serving on the local, state, and national professional standards workgroups, MLS compliance committees, and various other industry opportunities that have given him broad exposure to what should be the best practices in the industry. Click here to read more about Matthew.