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September is Realtor® Safety Month! A great time to review best practices and learn what you can do to keep you and your clients safe. Join us for a fun half-day Safety Camp at Canopy Realtor® Association. The event will include guest speakers, a swag bag, treats and more. Get top tips from Tracey Hawkins, also known as “Tracey, the Safety Lady,” be in-the-know about emergency preparedness with an expert from the City of Charlotte and review free online MLS tools available to members.
Additionally, agents can attend a one-hour safety training where all attendees will receive an American Heart Association CPR Training Certificate upon completion. Canopy's Young Professionals Network (YPN) is proud to cover the cost of the training (a $25 value) making this session FREE for members.
Please note the two registration options. You can register for Safety Camp only or Safety Camp with Safety Training and CPR Certification. Note: Safety and CPR Training limited to 30 attendees.
DATE:
Fri., Sept. 19
TIME:
9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
PROGRAM:
Registration and Networking | 9:00-9:30 a.m.
Program | 9:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Optional CPR Training | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Canopy Realtor® Association, 1120 Pearl Park Way, Charlotte, NC 28204
 BRYAN PERKINS
Canopy Realtor® Association, Broker Relations Team Leader
"How Canopy MLS Is Keeping You Safe"
Review MLS tools focused on safety including Forewarn, Supra and ShowingTime. From vetting potential clients to setting alerts so people know where you are, learn how to take advantage of these free online tools. Bryan Perkins is the Broker Relations Team Leader for Canopy MLS. He has been with the company for 21 years helping members utilize and understand all the services and technology Canopy MLS has to offer.
 PAIGE GRANDE
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management, Public Information Officer and Community Preparedness Coordinator
"Are you prepared? Essentials of Community Preparedness"
This session will walk you through the three fundamentals of emergency preparedness: making a plan, building a kit, and staying informed. These practical steps will keep you informed and empower you to prepare for yourself and the community. Paige oversees the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and manages public information for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Service Administration from Texas A&M’s Bush School of Government and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Communication from George Washington University.
 TRACEY HAWKINS
Realtor® Safety Expert
"AI: Scammed, shamed and deepfaked. How to protect yourself, your clients and your bottom line"
Real estate professionals face more than just physical safety risks—digital threats are now among the most dangerous. Scammers use AI deepfakes to impersonate sellers, buyer and even real estate professionals to walk away with thousands of dollars and ruin lives and businesses. Speaker “Tracey, the Safety Lady" Hawkins will highlight real-world cyber fraud cases, explain how these scams work, and share practical strategies to protect yourself, your clients, and your business. Learn how to recognize red flags to strengthen both your personal and professional cybersecurity practices. Tracey is the host of REALTOR® Magazine’s podcast, “Drive With NAR: The Safety Series.” Her expertise helps agents spot red flags related to wire fraud, land scams, title thefts, pig-butchering and more.
OPTIONAL:
Safety Training & CPR Certification (limited to 30 attendees)
Join us for a 1-hour safety training and CPR certification, as part of the Realtor® Safety Camp on September 19 from 12:30-1:30 p.m.. Led by experienced safety instructor Melvin Burris, this session will provide essential safety skills and practical guidance for real estate professionals. All attendees will receive an American Heart Association CPR Training Certificate upon completion. The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is proud to cover the training cost ($25 value per person), making this valuable session completely FREE for all participants. Enhance your safety knowledge, gain certification, and network with fellow Canopy professionals. Reserve your spot today!
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Canopy Realtor® Association members (primary and secondary members) - no charge; however, a $25 no-show fee will be assessed for no-shows who do not cancel before the event (by Sept. 17).
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All other attendees - $25 (Participants may cancel two (2) business days before the event (Sept. 18) for a refund of $25. After the deadline, the registration fee cannot be refunded.
Note: This event is for adults only.
For questions about registering, contact Karyn Lindsey at klindsey@canopyrealtors.com or 704-940-3116.
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