Education & Events
Over the past several years, GBAR has offered a variety of international real estate courses and events for our members. From multiple Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Designation elective courses, to the introduction of our International Connection networking seminars, and incorporation of NAR's At Home With Diversity® courses, GBAR Global is proud to offer multiple avenues for our members to expand their reach to international clientele in the Greater Boston housing market
GBAR Global Council & AREAA Boston present:
International Connection: Customs, Culture & Best Practices Panel Discussion
July 11, 2023
re option
Join with GBAR's Global Council and AREAA Boston as we explore the customs, culture & best business practices in dealing with customers from the top countries of origin of Immigrants in Massachusetts.
For this panel presentation, we will focus on the top 4-6 countries/regions of origin: Haiti, India & the Countries of Western Africa.
The panel will consist of real estate practitioners from the Greater Boston Area who are originally from these countries. They will share customs and best practices when working with clients from these countries during a real estate transaction. Attending this program will provide you with tools and tips to work with consumers with these ethnic backgrounds and will strengthen our mission to increase home ownership and provide our members with the knowledge & tools to work with people of all ethnicities and from these countries of origin.
Panelists:
Lanre Olusekun
Founder and Owner, Davenport Realty, Inc. & Davenport Global
The Countries of Western Africa
Max Moise
REALTOR®, ExP Realty
Haiti
Padma Sonti
REALTOR®, Keller Williams Realty Merrimack Valley
India
Schedule:Registration: 3:15 p.m.
Presentation: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Q&A/Discussion: 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
There will be a Cocktail/Networking Reception immediately following the presentation. Apps will be served. Cash Bar available.
Registration Fee: $15 GBAR/AREAA Members | $25 Non-Members
Register Here!
GBAR Global Council & AREAA Boston present:
International Connection: Customs, Culture & Best Practices Panel Discussion
July 11, 2023
re option
Join with GBAR's Global Council and AREAA Boston as we explore the customs, culture & best business practices in dealing with customers from the top countries of origin of Immigrants in Massachusetts.
For this panel presentation, we will focus on the top 4-6 countries/regions of origin: Haiti, India & the Countries of Western Africa.
The panel will consist of real estate practitioners from the Greater Boston Area who are originally from these countries. They will share customs and best practices when working with clients from these countries during a real estate transaction. Attending this program will provide you with tools and tips to work with consumers with these ethnic backgrounds and will strengthen our mission to increase home ownership and provide our members with the knowledge & tools to work with people of all ethnicities and from these countries of origin.
Panelists:
Lanre Olusekun
Founder and Owner, Davenport Realty, Inc. & Davenport Global
The Countries of Western Africa
Max Moise
REALTOR®, ExP Realty
Haiti
Padma Sonti
REALTOR®, Keller Williams Realty Merrimack Valley
India
Schedule:Registration: 3:15 p.m.
Presentation: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Q&A/Discussion: 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
There will be a Cocktail/Networking Reception immediately following the presentation. Apps will be served. Cash Bar available.
Registration Fee: $15 GBAR/AREAA Members | $25 Non-Members
Register Here!
Certified International Property Specialist
Diversity & Inclusion
Our panel discussed racial inequality and diversity issues in the housing market and industry, and provided key take-aways for members on best practices to comply with fair housing laws, modify behavior to provide equal and consistent treatment in all interactions with consumers, and call out and refuse to participate with property owners or others who look to discriminate.
Cultivating Multicultural Relationships is Good for Business
REALTORS® know the importance of adapting and remaining relevant in today’s marketplace. By developing a business practice rooted in inclusion and equality, you can help buyers of all cultural backgrounds achieve the dream of homeownership.
This two-day At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification course teaches you how to work effectively with diverse populations so you can build business success in today’s multicultural real estate market.
2 MA CE Credits Offer: Fair Housing (RE19RC12)
Instructor: Leigh York, 2018 REALTOR of the Year, Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS® Texas Real Estate Broker, ABR, GRI, CRS, SRS, TAHS, RSPS, SFR, AHWD,NHS, SRES, MRP, CUE, RFC, RENE
Leigh is a third-generation real estate licensee who has managed staff and hundreds of agents. She now sells real estate and speaks nationally along with some broker and culture coaching. She wants your business to succeed and is excited to share some of her ‘lessons learned’ with you!
Click below to hear more about the class from Leigh!
***THIS COURSE RAN AUGUST 12 & 13, 2020***
REALTORS® know the importance of adapting and remaining relevant in today’s marketplace. By developing a business practice rooted in inclusion and equality, you can help buyers of all cultural backgrounds achieve the dream of homeownership.
This two-day At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification course teaches you how to work effectively with diverse populations so you can build business success in today’s multicultural real estate market.
2 MA CE Credits Offer: Fair Housing (RE19RC12)
Instructor: Leigh York, 2018 REALTOR of the Year, Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS® Texas Real Estate Broker, ABR, GRI, CRS, SRS, TAHS, RSPS, SFR, AHWD,NHS, SRES, MRP, CUE, RFC, RENE
Leigh is a third-generation real estate licensee who has managed staff and hundreds of agents. She now sells real estate and speaks nationally along with some broker and culture coaching. She wants your business to succeed and is excited to share some of her ‘lessons learned’ with you!
Click below to hear more about the class from Leigh!
***THIS COURSE RAN AUGUST 12 & 13, 2020***