Partner Agent Summit

October 14-16, 2019

Are you ready to elevate your business?  To help more people realize their dream of homeownership? To be less stressed out and more organized? To better utilize your time and efforts to yield maximum results? Are you willing to travel to learn all the secrets you need to reach your goals? Last year 200 agents said, “Yes, we are ready!” Partner Agents, we would like to request your presence at our 8th Annual Partner Agent Summit which will be held from October 14th -16th, 2019 at the Holiday Inn River Mart Plaza in downtown Chicago. It is sure to be the best yet!

The Partner Agent Summit includes some of the best sales training you will ever receive specific to online lead conversion, special guest speakers, workshop sessions, and an Awards Dinner where we recognize the success of our Partner Agents.

The Partner Agent Summit will begin with a Welcome Reception hosted by the Neighborhoods.com team at 5:00 pm on Monday evening. It will conclude at 3:30 pm on Wednesday afternoon. When booking flights, please plan to arrive in Chicago by 3:00 pm, October 14 and depart no earlier than 6:00 pm, October 16, 2019.

We are proud to consider you a Partner Agent. Our mutual success is determined by our investment in one another. We look forward to your attendance at our Partner Agent Summit this fall for a one-of-a-kind experience that will make you a better real estate agent!

Featured Speakers

Chris Smith – Author, Keynote Speaker, and Entrepreneur

In the last four years, he used the blueprint in his book, The Conversion Code, to grow Curaytor to nearly $15 million in annual, recurring revenue without raising any venture capital. His work has been featured in AdWeek, Forbes, Inc., Entrepreneur, Fortune, The Huffington Post and by many other publications. Prior, Chris worked for two billionaires (Dan Gilbert and Lou Pearlman), a near billion dollar publicly traded company (Move Inc.) and a startup (DotLoop) that was acquired for $108 million (by Zillow Group). His first book, Peoplework, raised over $73,000 on Kickstarter, has more than 50,000 copies in circulation and received endorsements from the CEO of Zappos and Gary Vaynerchuk, who wrote the foreword. Chris is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and is a perennial on the most influential people in the real estate industry lists

Ron White – Memory Expert

Ron White is one of the top memory experts in the world. He is a two-time national memory champion winning the USA Memory Championship in 2009 and 2010. For two years he held the record for the fastest to memorize a deck of shuffled cards in only 1 minute and 27 seconds. Over the last 27 years, he has traveled the world giving his talk, “Triple Your Memory – Triple Your Business.”

Ron is a part of the History Channel show Stan Lee’s Super Humans as The Memory Expert. You also may have seen him on the National Geographic Channel show Brain Games as their memory expert in Season 1. You can check out Ron having fun on the television show Superhuman with Mike Tyson proving once again why he is one of the top memory experts in the world. He has been the guest on over 200 radio programs and in every talk, Ron shares that he is no different from anyone. He teaches that everyone can learn how to improve their memory.

In 2010, the University of Texas scientists conducted an MRI on his brain and found that 35% more of his brain is activated than the average person while he memorizes. Ron will share specifically how he does this and how you can engage 35% more of your brain’s capability.

He is the author of over a dozen CD albums and books including an exciting new memory training program titled “Black Belt Memory.” His goal is to help everyone meet and remember 100 new people in the next 12 months. His strategies have helped people to build relationships by remembering names and faces, and remembering what they learn. In his talk, you will learn how to develop a quick, sharp, and healthy brain as you use it to be more productive and profitable.

Deborah Blake

Principal, The Ipsum Group

Urban Land Institute – National Community Development Council

NAHB  – Board of Trustees – 55+ Housing Industry Council

Deborah is the principal of the Ipsum Group; a consultancy created to assist developers and homebuilders serving the growing and increasingly diverse, 50+ consumer group. During her 21 years with Del Webb and the Pulte Group, she had the unique opportunity to develop and market many successful Sun Cities, as well as other 55+ and multi-generational master planned communities. Her work contributed to increased market share, brand equity, and a national footprint. Deborah held the position of National Marketing Director for the Del Webb brand before leaving the Pulte Group to become the Senior Vice President of Strategic Marketing at Robson Communities.

Her past experience with Del Webb has uniquely prepared her to help many homebuilders and developers tackle this discretionary consumer group, experience success, and mitigate risk. For over 7 years she has been working as a consultant, advising clients in the areas of community feasibility, amenity and lifestyle programming, branding, marketing, sales, residential product design, and operations of 55+ targeted and age-qualified communities.

Why Attend?

The number one reason to attend the Partner Agent Summit is that you will sell more homes and make more money every year with the things you will learn at the Summit. Every agent starts asking themselves questions like “can I afford to be away from my business, can I afford to go, will this year be different than the last, etc.?” We challenge those thoughts and ask, “Can you afford not to attend?” Data doesn’t lie.

For those of you considering attending your first Summit, the return on the investment is obvious. First-time Summit attendees’ average conversion rate increased by 22%! Would you want to invest in something that had a 22% rate of return? For those of you planning on attending your second, third, or even 8th Summit, you know the value.  We’ll see you there!

We truly believe in you and our partnership and know what your attendance at the Summit can mean for your business.

Top Five Reasons You Should Attend
This Year’s Summit

#1 Reason
You asked and we delivered! Learn from some of the most recognized and influential speakers in their respective fields of expertise. This year we are excited to have partnered with top national speakers that will provide motivating and practical teachings that you can easily implement to grow your business.
#2 Reason
Enjoy camaraderie and expand your network by building lasting relationships with fellow Partner Agents from across the country. In a fun environment, you’ll gain a greater understanding of what other top performers do that help them to be successful.
#3 Reason
Expand your knowledge of all the exciting new and upcoming features on our websites and tools so that you can use them to help you sell more homes.
#4 Reason
 More time for workshops and speaker sessions equals more content and increased learning. By popular demand, this year’s event will be jam-packed all the way to 3:30 PM on the last day. This gives us more time than last year’s event, but it is still early enough to catch a flight home. (However, if you haven’t ever had the chance to take in the sights and sounds of the Second City, why not stay another day and play?)
#5 Reason
Celebrate your successes over the past year during our Partner Agent Awards Dinner. Always one of the highlights at each Summit, this year’s themed event “A Night at the Oscars”will surely be another memorable evening.

Testimonials

“All of the top agents in the country work on improving their skills every year. This may mean hiring a coach, going to seminars and trainings, or masterminding with other top producers. That’s what the Agent Summit is, masterminding with those who have figured out how to work 55places.com and neighborhoods.com Leads as well as Huddle to maximize their business. For those who worry about the cost of going to Chicago, don’t, because you will learn techniques to take your conversion to the next level. Your ROI will far exceed the investment in your future!”

MIKE BELGER Corona, CA

“There is nothing like being with a group of colleagues who are all managing similar portfolios and products. This enables conversations, ideas, and planning that positively impacts everyone’s goals and bottom line. The most valuable to me is the selection of speakers and topics. We always leave with new approaches that guarantee an increase in sales, as well as increase in job satisfaction. I would encourage everyone at all levels to attend: costs are easily covered with less than half of one additional sales commission!”

NICKY MARTZ & LESLEY GREENSLADE Clermont, FL

“My Advice to an agent regarding the Summit would be to Book Now! The team at 55places.com believes in us and has entrusted us with their referrals. The Company provides us with an invaluable opportunity at the Agent Summit to learn more about the culture of the partner agent team and an understanding of the Leads we work with. Where else can an agent obtain specific technology, sales techniques, and fellowship in one place that is completely geared toward educating and inspiring us to lead the pack in our market! Definitely stay an extra day so you can tour Chicago, eat at Giordano’s Pizza and listen to some Urban Blues at Buddy Guys!”

PAULA NELSON Lincoln, CA

“They provide tremendous leadership with regional managers and senior leadership.  They offer us wonderful training opportunities, especially the annual meeting.  They offer us a competitive environment that includes the opportunity to win incredible trips.  However, what I have found the be the greatest value is that they value our opinion, and they care.  I’m not sure that this formula is found with any other company that we as Realtors have as a resource, and I am grateful for this partnership. In addition to the great resources mentioned above, I have to say that what I have gained most is the opportunity for some pretty great relationships to be formed.  These friendships have come about at the annual meetings I’ve had the opportunity to attend.”

RICK PERKINSRichmond, VA

“The Partner Agent Summit is the one time each year we gather to “surround ourselves” with those bigger and wiser than we are. The opportunities are great! The 55places/Neighborhoods team are absolutely intentional on the information we receive at Summit and make certain we are immersed in the leading information about real estate, people, and technology that is currently available. Not to mention (one of my favorite) the complete sense of “family & community” that we truly are! You’d be silly to miss out! See you there!

RANAE SEVIERDenver, CO

“It somehow comes down to efficiency in learning, which should transfer into more money with less effort. Empower yourself to earn more money in less time by mastering a few, highly relevant sales techniques you can apply immediately to convert more Leads into sales! It’s good to connect with other people who work in this demographic because it definitely has its own set of challenges and rewards.”

BARBARA GREENRaleigh, NC

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General Info

Attendee Program Includes

  • Welcome reception at the hotel with light hors-d’oeuvres and open bar  (October 14)
  • Breakfast buffet at the hotel (October 15 & 16)
  • Private dinner event in the scenic Wolfpoint Ballroom on the 15th floor of the hotel to include passed hors-d’oeuvres, 3-course plated dinner, awards ceremony, dancing, and open bar (October 15)
  • Lunch buffet (October 16)
  • Action-Packed General Sessions and Workshops with the 55places.com & Neighborhoods.com team, your peers, and guest speakers

Does Not Include

  • Hotel Accommodations (Click Here to Book)
  • Transportation to/from Chicago
  • Transportation to/from the hotel on arrival and departure days
  • Hotel incidentals or items of a personal nature (parking, meals not included, mini-bar, etc.)
  • Hotel Luggage Porterage
  • Anything not listed as included

Investment

Terms

  • Full payment due upon registration
  • Optional travel insurance is recommended.

Itinerary

DAY 1 | Monday, October 14, 2019

  • 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm  Arrive in Chicago | Hotel Check-in
  • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm  Pre-Screening Event
    600 W. Fulton Street #700, Chicago, IL
    -Free Headshots
    -Networking with Partner Agents & First-Time Attendees
    -Meet Bill Ness, CEO & Founder and Danny Goodman, COO
    -Enjoy Refreshments and Lite Bites
  • 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm  Optional Pre-Summit Architectural Excursion (see details below)
  • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm  Welcome reception hosted by 55places.com & Neighborhoods.com at the hotel in the Wolfpoint Ballroom overlooking the Chicago River and Skyline. Join us for introductions, networking, cocktails, and appetizers. Dinner on your own.

DAY 2 | Tuesday, October 15, 2019

  • 6:00 am – 7:00 am  Sunrise Yoga: Manon Piccoli, La Salle Ballroom
  • 8:00 am – 9:00 am  Breakfast Buffet
  • 9:00 am – 11:30 am  General Session
  • 11:30 am – 1:30 pm  Lunch Break on your own
  • 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm  Speaker Session
  • 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm  Afternoon Workshops
  • 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm  Awards Dinner at the Wolfpoint Ballroom

DAY 3 | Wednesday, October 16, 2019

  • 8:00 am – 9:00 am  Breakfast Buffet
  • 9:00 am – 10:15 am  Morning Workshops
  • 10:30 am – 12:30 pm  Speaker Session
  • 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm  Lunch Buffet
  • 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm  Afternoon Workshops
  • 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm  Closing

PRE-SUMMIT EXCURSION

PRE-SUMMIT

Lake & River Architecture Boat Tour
Monday, October 14
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (90-minute tour)
This unique excursion tells the story of more than 200 years of fascinating social, cultural and political history and explores more than a century of groundbreaking architecture.  The journey begins with an up-close perspective of Chicago’s internationally-known architecture as seen from the Chicago River.  Then venture through the Chicago Lock on to the calm, cool waters of Lake Michigan for expansive views of Chicago’s extraordinary 26-mile skyline.  Take the selfie of a lifetime on this inspirational experience!

Price – $29.00 per person (minimum of 20 people required)

What’s included:

  • 90-minute narrated Lake & River Architecture Boat Tour

What’s not included:

  • Transportation to and from the dock (approx.. 0.8 miles from Holiday Inn Mart Plaza)
  • Guide gratuity

Notes:

  • Arrive at the dock 30 minutes prior to the departure time.
  • Once purchased, tickets are non-refundable.  Boat tour departs rain or shine.  However, if the Captain deems it unsafe and cancels the tour, all guests will be refunded.
  • Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is prohibited on the vessel and in the dock area at all times.

WORKSHOPS

In these 75-minute workshops, we will dive into key elements of mastering yourself and online Leads. You’ll form new and deeper relationships with others who face the same challenges day in and day out. The interactive workshops are consistently named in our post-summit survey, as one of the top reasons people come back year after year. This year, we will be announcing additional outside speakers who will be added to the agenda in the coming weeks and months.  Additional workshops and details will be added throughout the registration process.

  • Designing the Ideal Schedule for You – George Kolar
    Ever feel like there are not enough hours in the day? Are you constantly pushing things to next week that needed to get done last week? The highs and lows of real estate can wear you out if you’re not creating the right schedule to set you up for success. This workshop will guide you through the daily, weekly, and monthly planning that will allow you to customize your schedule, and help you complete the right tasks at the right time of day to take your business to the next level.
  • Building Deeper Connections and Sell more Homes by Expanding Your Power of Memory  – Ron White
    Do you sometimes struggle to remember clients’ names, motivations, and their story? In this workshop, we’ll practice increasing your ability to remember key information about clients so you can build deeper connections, never miss a beat, and keep the momentum going in the sales process.
  • Guided Tour of Industry Trends – Cameron Munro
    Feel like the industry is under a lot of pressure to go in several different directions? Well, you’re right! In this workshop, we will cover some basics of iBuyers, Flat-Fee Listings, and more on our way to a greater understanding of what is happening in the real estate industry. Learn from the best on how to overcome common objections and get ahead of where things are going before they get there. Put yourself in a position to be competitive in a crowded field that is doing it’s best to eliminate the traditional real estate model.
  • Roll out the Carpet for Your out of Town Buyer – John Bray
    You often only get one chance to showcase your area and help your client see what makes your city and communities great places to live. Are you currently doing all the right things to set yourself up for success for when your client is in town? Do you sometimes struggle to find the best approach to take for their visit? This workshop focuses on creating the ultimate buyer experience, including the pre-visit, visit, and marketing that goes along with selling your area.
  • The “F” Word – Jennifer Gralitzer
    It’s time to take the fear out of Follow-up, get focused, and implement a fail-proof process that will yield results! This workshop will provide you with a concrete action plan for intentional follow up that will increase your productivity and help you close more deals! We will identify the 5 types of leads and discuss strategies to pivot around their objections. We will create the best questions and touch points to turn cold leads into appointments. Finally, we will review the top apps that assist you in automating your long term efforts. Your fortune is hiding in your follow-up!
  • Balancing It All: Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Well-Being of a Real Estate Agent – Manon Piccoli & Cameron Munro
    Manon Piccoli has been a Partner Agent since March of 2016, received over 1,000 referrals, and sold over 90 homes in that time. So, how does she balance it all to stay mentally, physically, and spiritually fulfilled to be the best version of herself for her clients? Join Manon to have an open discussion on some tips and tricks for keeping up with life and the importance of giving back to yourself before giving to others. Being a Certified Yoga Instructor and Body Flow Instructor for 4 years and 15 years respectively, she has a lot to offer in the way of focus on the body’s well-being, and she is excited to share her experiences and insights with other agents to help them also become the best versions of themselves.
  • 55places Mortgage – 55places Mortgage Team
    HECM for Purchase. When it comes to buying a home, it’s critical to get the right mortgage that fits your client’s specific circumstances. 55places understands the active adult lifestyle they’re looking for and knows what it means to have financial freedom at this stage of their life. One way you can help find that lifestyle for your clients is through The 62+ Loan, a home equity conversion mortgage (HECM for Purchase) from 55places Mortgage, a joint venture agreement with Retirement Funding Solutions, a division of Synergy One Lending, Inc., a leading mortgage provider owned by Mutual of Omaha Bank. This workshop will give you valuable tools and insights on how to give your clients another option to purchase the home they’ve always dreamed of, and help you sell more homes!
  • Meditation & Peak Performance  –  Marc St. Camille, Owner Power Works Chicago
    Marc is a performance coach who helps business professionals, real estate agents, and athletes perform at their best. He has successfully helped thousands of clients implement change, overcome obstacles and achieve goals in all aspects of life. He incorporates guided imagery, meditation, and visualization techniques as added reinforcement.

Hotel

Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Chicago River North

350 West Mart Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60654

A Modern, Upscale Chicago Hotel, with the best views in the city.

Chicago beckons as an exciting city escape, from boating adventures at Navy Pier to days spent exploring attractions like the Field Museum, Art Institute of Chicago and the Lincoln Park Zoo. Newly updated rooms, redesigned for the ultimate in guest comfort, combined with award-winning service and thoughtful amenities like the best parking value in Chicago, make stays at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza unforgettable. Meet for cocktails at our chic Cityscape Bar and drink in a skyline view considered the best in Chicago. Stop in for a leisurely breakfast buffet, or enjoy a new take on comfort food with a hearty dinner at Merchants Cafe. Situated in the vibrant River North area, our hotel puts you close to trendy shops, award-winning restaurants, hip nightclubs and must-see destinations like the Magnificent Mile and Willis Tower Skydeck.

Click Here to Book

Please note: Our room block at the hotel is for Oct. 14-16, 2019.  If you depart prior to Oct 16, 2019, the hotel will add an early checkout fee of $239 per night.  Please advise the hotel if you are arranging for dates different from our room block to avoid this additional fee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When should I plan to arrive?
    Please plan to arrive in Chicago by 3:00 pm, October 14, in order to check in, get settled and be at the welcome reception by 5:00 pm. There will also be an optional activity available before the Summit for those who want to come early. Our travel agency will assist in coordination.
  • When should I schedule my departing flight?
    The Summit will conclude at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, October 16. It will take 30-45 minutes to get to either airport that time of day, so please plan on a flight leaving no earlier than 6:00 pm.
  • How do I get to the hotel from O’Hare Airport?
    O’Hare has the most flights to choose from in and out of Chicago. Major airlines include United or American. You can easily get an Uber or a Taxi into the city. 30-minute ride depending on traffic. You could also take the Blue Line train from O’Hare which will get you within a few blocks of the hotel. Exit at the Clark St/Lake St stop. From there, you can walk or take a quick taxi ride to the hotel.
  • How do I get to the hotel from Midway Airport?
    Midway has multiple flights to choose from in and out of Chicago. Major airlines include Southwest and Delta. You can easily get an Uber or a Taxi into the city. 30-minute ride depending on traffic. You could also take the Orange Line train from Midway which will get you within a few blocks of the hotel. Exit at the Clark St/Lake St stop. From there, you can walk or take a quick taxi ride to the hotel.
  • What is the dress code for the daytime workshops and events?
     Business or dressy casual attire is recommended for all events, with many stepping it up to cocktail attire for the awards dinner.
  • What if I don’t know anybody?
    The Summit is a great place to meet other agents who do what you do, but not in your market. It takes the competition out of networking and offers the perfect opportunity to collaborate with your peers.
  • Can I bring my spouse, partner, or a guest?
    Of course! Special pricing is available if your guest only wants to attend the welcome reception and/or awards dinner. If your guest plans on attending the summit sessions, then they will pay the full registration.
  • What expenses will I incur outside of the registration fee, flight, and hotel?
    Every year, Neighborhoods.com subsidizes a good portion of the event to make it affordable for our agents to attend. Your registration investment includes Welcome Reception hors-d’oeuvres, breakfast both days, brunch buffet Wednesday lunch, awards dinner, and two action-packed days of training. Your expenses will be dinner the first night and lunch the second day, which are not included, and any hotel incidentals of extracurricular activities while in the city.
  • How should I prepare for the event?
    Come with business cards, a notebook, and an open mind.
  • Can you help me plan if I want to come early or stay late?
    Yes, our travel agency will assist you with optional activities and additional hotel night stays. Mention your desire for an extended stay when registering.

         Britney Gaustad and Jen Baldwin, our Sales Coordinators,  are also great Chicago resources.

Contact Us

Questions about the Summit?
Please call the office at (773) 278-5500 or email [email protected].

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