Canopy Realtor® Association Broker Summit

AGENDA

9:00-9:15 a.m.

Welcome and Introductions
Joan Goode, President, Canopy Realtor® Association, Canopy MLS, Canopy Housing Foundation

Joan Goode

9:15-10:00 a.m.

Fireside Chat. Don’t miss this engaging fireside chat featuring the NAR CEO in conversation with Joan Goode, President of Canopy Realtor® Association and Canopy MLS. Together, they’ll discuss the key issues shaping the future of the real estate industry and what they mean for you and your business.

Guest Speakers: Nykia Wright, Chief Executive Officer, National Association of Realtors® and Canopy President Joan Goode

Nykia Wright

BREAK

10:15-11 a.m.

Real Estate Market Update and Outlook: Following three years of record-setting home price growth and sluggish sales, what’s next for the housing market in 2026 and the years ahead?

Guest Spaker: Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist, National Association of Realtors®

Dr. Lawrence Yun

11:00-11:45 a.m. 

2026 Advocacy Oulook: The Federal, State and Local Issues Shaping Real Estate.  Get an inside look at how NAR’s advocacy efforts are shaping key policy decisions in Washington in 2026—and what those decisions mean for real estate professionals. This session will also highlight the state and local issues impacting our region, providing valuable insight into the legislative and regulatory landscape affecting your business. Learn how advocacy at every level is working to protect property rights, promote homeownership, and strengthen the real estate industry.

Guest Speakers: Bryan Greene, Vice President, Public Policy, National Association of Realtors® and Rob Nanfelt, Executive Director, Real Estate & Building Industry Coalition (REBIC)

     
Bryan Greene   Rob Nanfelt

12:45-1:30 p.m.

Is your brokerage taking full advantage of RPR? Gain a better understanding of Realtors® Property Resource (RPR), and learn how your agents and company can benefit from this ever-expanding tool.

Guest Speaker: Ray Gronowski, Vice President, Market Engagement, Realtors® Property Resource

Ray Gronowski

1:30-2:20 p.m.

Interactive Broker Roundtable Discussion

During facilitated roundtable discussions, tailored by firm size, brokers will engage in peer-to-peer conversations shaped by the interests and priorities of the attendees.   Topics of discussion will be centered on today’s most impactful business topics and may include effective recruiting strategies, proven approaches to agent retention, and how brokers are adopting AI and leveraging data to drive smarter decisions. Participants will also share insights on tools and resources that support agent productivity and business growth, fosteringan open exchange of ideas and best practices across firms.

Facilitators include:

• Sherry Chris, Special Advisor, Brokerages, National Association of Realtors®

• Nykea Pippion McGriff, Vice President of Broker Engagement, National Association of Realtors®

• Canopy Realtor® Association Executive Committee members and other NAR staff

        
Sherry Chris     Nykea Pippion McGriff

2:30-3:00 p.m. 

Broker Roundtable Discussions Recap, Close and Final Remarks