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Annual Event
ARA/FMLS SHOWCASE 2024: Demonstrating Your Value in a New Era
Thursday, August 15
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ABOUT EVENT
ARA/FMLS Showcase 2024: Demonstrating Your Value in a New Era
The ARA/FMLS Showcase 2024, held on August 15, 2024, at the Coca-Cola Roxy, was an overwhelming success, bringing together nearly 700 real estate professionals for a day filled with inspiration, networking, and valuable insights. The event, themed "Demonstrating Your Value in a New Era," provided attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic real estate market. The event was both enjoyable and enriching, offering participants the chance to connect with a diverse array of sponsors and vendors who provided valuable information at their tables. These interactions were not only informative but also instrumental in helping attendees stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry.
Event Highlights:
- Outstanding Speakers: The lineup of speakers was truly exceptional. Selma Hepp, Chief Economist at CoreLogic, shared critical economic insights that are shaping the real estate industry. Kevin Williams, bestselling author of Irrational Kindness, captivated the audience with his motivational approach to both personal and professional development. In addition, panel speakers included David Boehmig, Jeremy Crawford, Katharine Oates, and Kelly Guin Thrash. The speakers’ presentations were well-received, offering attendees practical knowledge and inspiration to apply in their careers.
- Valuable Networking: The event provided ample opportunities for networking, with sponsors and vendors offering a wealth of information and resources at their tables. Attendees appreciated the chance to engage directly with industry leaders and peers.
Community Impact:
In addition to the professional benefits, the event also made a significant impact on the local community. As a result of the Showcase attendance, FMLS and ARA will be donating approximately $12,000 to the Atlanta Beltline, contributing to the continued growth and improvement of one of Atlanta’s most important urban projects. Moreover, through our ticket sales, we helped raise $3,000 for the 50/50 Raffle, with nearly $1,400 going directly to the Atlanta REALTORS® Impact Foundation. These funds will support educational scholarships and charitable giving within the real estate community.
Looking Ahead:
As the event concluded, there was a palpable sense of excitement for what’s to come. The ARA/FMLS teams expressed their gratitude to all attendees, sponsors, and vendors for making the 2024 Showcase such a success. The enthusiasm and participation of nearly 700 professionals underscore the importance of these events in fostering community and professional growth.
We’re already looking forward to seeing everyone again at the next ARA/FMLS Showcase in 2025! Stay tuned for more details as we continue to build on this year’s success. !
SPEAKERS
![Picture of Selma Hepp](https://amas-assets-prod.azureedge.net/assets/images/default-source/people/updated_selma.tmb-pic.jpg?sfvrsn=4ce47b96_1)
Selma Hepp
Executive, Research & Insights;
Interim Lead of the Office of the Chief Economist CoreLogic
CoreLogic is America’s largest provider of advanced property and ownership information, analytics and data-enabled services. Selma Hepp leads the economics team, which is responsible for analyzing, interpreting and forecasting housing and economic trends in real estate, mortgage and insurance.
Prior to joining CoreLogic in 2020, Selma was Chief Economist and Vice President of Business Intelligence for Pacific Union International, later acquired by Compass, where she oversaw the vital economic and technology intelligence to drive the expanding brokerage’s success. Selma also held the role of Chief Economist for Trulia; Senior Economist for the California Association of Realtors; and Economist and Manager for Public Policy and Homeownership research for the National Association of Realtors, as well as a special research assistant at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Selma frequently appears on local and national radio and television programs and has been widely quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and many industry trade publications such as National Mortgage News and HousingWire. Selma received the HousingWire Women of Influence Award in 2022. She has served as president of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), NABE Real Estate Roundtable co-chair, Board member of the International Student Exchange Program, Advisory Board member of the REALTOR® University Research Center Editorial Review and a Member of the Housing Policy Debate Editorial Advisory Board. Selma also held Real Estate Associate professional license in Florida and Virginia. Selma graduated from the State University of New York, Buffalo with an M.A. in Economics and holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland.
![Picture of Kevin Williams](https://amas-assets-prod.azureedge.net/assets/images/default-source/people/screen-shot-2024-06-14-at-10-48-12-am.tmb-pic.png?sfvrsn=14a52b74_1)
Kevin Williams
Kevin Williams has been Chick-fil-A franchisee for over 30 years. He graduated from the University of Georgia with a Management Information Systems degree. He was first introduced to the Chick-fil-A brand by the founder Truett Cathy as a teenager when he spoke to his church. Kevin owns and operates the three Chick-fil-A Restaurants in Canton, GA. Kevin is a bestselling author of “Irrational Kindness: A Crazy Pursuit of an Extraordinary Life” written as part operating manual for life and part- employee handbook. He and his wife Gwen love spending time with their children & grandchildren, cheering on UGA, and exploring creative places & spaces.
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Jeremy Crawford
As President & CEO of First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS), Jeremy sits at the helm of the 4 th largest MLS in the United States with over 57,000 subscribers. An east Tennessee native, he is a highly technical leader who is passionate about positively impacting the future of real estate to the benefit of Brokers and Agents across the state of Georgia and beyond.
Prior to joining FMLS, he served as CEO of the Real Estate Standards Organization (RESO) which operates under the National Association of REALTORS® umbrella.
Jeremy’s experience also includes executive positions with MLS Listings’ COO/CIO (San Francisco Bay Area), CIO of Sandicor MLS (San Diego), and as one of the first employees at MarketLinx which is today known as Corelogic.
![Picture of Kelly Guin Thrash](https://amas-assets-prod.azureedge.net/assets/images/default-source/people/kelly_thrash.tmb-pic.png?sfvrsn=5248d48f_1)
Kelly Guin Thrash
Kelly Guin Thrash, inspired by her trailblazing Grandmother, is a top 10% REALTOR® in Atlanta and a Lifetime Member of Top Producers of the Atlanta REALTORS® Association. She serves as Vice President of Community Affairs and Public Relations and has held various leadership roles, including Chair of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC).
With over 10 years of experience, Kelly specializes in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia, particularly Forsyth and Fulton Counties, Lake Lanier, and Big Canoe. Known for her effective negotiation skills, she is dedicated to helping clients find their perfect home and successfully marketing properties.
Originally from Alabama, Kelly holds degrees in psychology and advertising from the University of Alabama. She has 12 years of award-winning sales experience with international and Fortune 500 companies. Active in her community, Kelly supports the Junior League of Atlanta, Habitat for Humanity, and the Atlanta Humane Society.
In her free time, Kelly enjoys concerts, action movies, dining with friends, mystery books, Pilates, and Alabama Crimson Tide football. She lives in Crabapple with her rescue dog and cat.
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Katharine Oates
Katharine Oates brings years of residential and commercial real estate experience, complemented by a strong law and economics background, to Weissman. In addition to a successful legal practice working closely with real estate agents, lenders and investors, she develops and teaches sought after residential real estate continuing education classes. Prior to joining the firm, Katharine successfully managed multiple offices handling residential and commercial real estate with an emphasis on real estate transactions, title clearance, and contract drafting and review for almost 20 years.
She is admitted to the State Bar of Georgia and the District of Columbia Bar and admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia. Katharine serves on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Real Estate Closing Attorneys Association as well as the Governing Board of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Gwinnett.
![Picture of David Boehmig](https://amas-assets-prod.azureedge.net/assets/images/default-source/people/davidbowing.tmb-pic.jpg?sfvrsn=22c9e121_1)
David Boehmig
David Boehmig brings 25 years of industry experience, complemented with 10 years of commercial banking expertise, to his role as President and CEO of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Committed to providing a supportive and encouraging environment for employees, agents and their clients, David utilizes cutting-edge technology, innovative marketing efforts and strategic business savvy to achieve these goals and continues to set records within the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand and the Metro Atlanta real estate field year after year.
AGENDA
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Networking with Real Estate Industry Vendors, Lunch Buffet, and Bar Service
Due to popular demand, we are excited to welcome a greater variety of vendors to this year's event!
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Speaker Programs
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Raffle Ticket Drawing to benefit the Atlanta REALTORS® Impact Foundation & Adjournment
LOCATION
3103 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339, USA
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