Program » Speakers » Location »

Seattle | August 18, 2010 | Register Now »
WHAT IS AGENT REBOOT?
Agent Reboot is a power-packed, low cost, local event for real estate professionals. This one-day, fast-paced program, will equip agents with the latest in business development, technology and marketing skills to help them be more successful. Agent Reboot is being offered in 12 cities across the United States.
Agent Reboot is the perfect hands-on training day for a newer agent or a seasoned pro. Local real estate agents and REALTORS® are expected to attend each event.
Highlights of each event include a networking power-hour and expo featuring cutting-edge real estate technology vendors.
Topics throughout the day include:
- Social media – converting fans into paying clients
- Marketing yourself & your listings online – smarter & faster
- Turn your web site into a lead machine
- Making more money now – killer business planning strategies
- The mobile real estate agent – must-haves for the mobile agent
- Local market analysis by leading experts…and so much more!
Testimonials
“Agent Reboot was an invaluable way to encapsulate what the relevant technology trends are for the individual real estate agent today. As an owner of a brokerage, it was a no-brainer to encourage all of our agents to attend this event.”
- Mark Choey, Partner, Climb Real Estate Group
“What a great day. In the first half hour I got my money’s worth. I’ll be at least a month processing all the information but have already put 5 into action. Thank you. Thank you.”
- Pili Meyer, Coldwell Banker Uptown Realty, Associate Broker
“Technology is running at warp speed. We HAVE to attend these things. Or you will get left in the dust.”
-Agent Reboot Seattle attendee survey
PROGRAM
AGENT REBOOT SEATTLE – AUGUST 18, 2010
PRESENTED BY INMAN NEWS
Plug in to the future of real estate in one power-packed day!
8:00am to 9:00am – Attendee Check-in
Pick up your Agent Reboot badge and enjoy coffee and a continental breakfast while visiting with our sponsors and exhibitors.
9:00am to 9:15am – Welcome Address
Technology is changing the way buyers and sellers connect, and that means new opportunities and challenges for real estate professionals. Join Nicole as she kicks off the program with a fun and interactive look at how innovation is changing the future of real estate.
- Moderated and Presented by: Nicole Nicolay, Founder & CCO, Agent Evolution, @nik_nik
9:15am to 9:30am – Download: Must-Have Tools for the Agent with Mobile Mojo (Part 1)
Get the lowdown on 10 leading edge technologies that will help you “reboot” the way you do business.
- Presented by: Chris Smith, Co-Creator, Tech Savvy Agent @TechSavvyAgent
9:30am to 10:00am – From Clicks to Closings: Turning Your Online Marketing Strategy into a Lead Machine
Video, virtual tours, single property websites – there are dozens of options for marketing properties online. Not all methods are created equal though. Find out which ones will keep your pipeline of prospects full, while saving you time and money.
Presented by:
- Aubree Hazel, REALTOR, Coldwell Banker Bain
- Darin Persinger, Founder, ProductivityJunkies.com @socialcruiting
10:00am to 10:30am – Mastering Social Media to Expand Your Reach Online
Learn how to develop a comprehensive social networking strategy to grow your sphere of influence. Agent Reboot’s experts will help you sharpen your online marketing skills with proven best practices for using Facebook, Twitter and other online services. Win friends, influence people, and increase sales!
Panelists:
- Dale Chumbley, Realtor with Prudential NW Properties, @DaleChumbley
- T.A. McCann, CEO, Gist, Inc. @tamccann
- Michael McClure, CEO, Professional One Realtors @ProfessionalOne
10:30 to 10:45 – Break
10:45am to 11:00am – Life Style Branding: Why it Matters
The traditional branding strategies used by the real estate profession no longer work. Connecting with today’s consumer is a whole new adventure. The last 8 years has changed the expectations of home buyers and sellers. Learn why life style branding is critical to your success moving forward.
- Presented by: Sherry Chris, CEO, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate @BHGRE_Sherry
11:00am to 11:30pm – Case Study: Managing Reputation and Content on the Web
Two experts will walk you through their journey towards a progressive Web strategy using social media. They’ll share lessons learned, offer tips, and show you the results of their efforts. Learn how to do it from people who have done it.
Presenters:
- Teri-Lyn Conrad, Realtor & Co-Founder, RedBarn Group @TLCHOME
- Michael McClure, CEO, Professional One Realtors @ProfessionalOne
11:30am – 11:40am – Download: Grow Your Online Presence Presented by Zillow.com
- Presented by: Michael Botefuhr, Manager, Partner Relations, Zillow.com@MVBotefuhr
11:40am – 11:50pm – 3 Secrets for Turning Internet Leads into Transactions
- Presented by: Scott Smith, Vice President, Sales and Business Strategy, Market Leader
11:50am – 12:00 pm – 5 Rockin’ Reasons to Scrap Your Static Website and Go WordPress!
- Presented by: Nicole Nicolay, Founder & CCO, Agent Evolution, @nik_nik
12:00pm to 1:00pm – Lunch Break
In real estate, making connections is vital to an agent’s success, so take advantage of this hour-long break to grab lunch with new found contacts. It’s a great opportunity to mix and mingle with some of the best agents and vendors in the business before the afternoon program begins.
1:00pm to 1:30pm – Maximum Exposure: Publicizing Your Listings
Make sure your listings appear everywhere potential buyers are looking. Discover easy methods for syndicating listings across the Web to spread the word about your properties, and get simple tips for tracking results.
Panelists:
- Charlie Engel, Vice President of Sales – Real Estate, Oodle, Inc @oodle
- Marlow Harris, Realtor & Blogger, Coldwell Banker & Seattle Dream Homes
- Cathy Waidelich, REALTOR, Prudential Northwest Realty Associates
1:30pm to 2:00pm – Download: Must-Have Tools for the Agent with Mobile Mojo (Part 2)
Get the lowdown on 20 MORE leading edge technologies that will help you “reboot” the way you do business.
- Presented by: Chris Smith, Co-Creator, Tech Savvy Agents @TechSavvyAgent
2:00pm to 2:45pm – Going Local: What Does It Take to Win in Seattle Real Estate?
It’s no secret that the industry has had its share of ups and downs in the last year. So, what lies ahead? Hear from leading real estate professionals who are navigating the changing landscape, and find out what steps you should be taking to ensure success in the future.
Panelists:
- Ron Sparks, Managing Vice President, Coldwell Banker Bain, @RonSparks2010
- Marc Holmes, Co-Founder & Managing Broker, WaLaw Realty, @marcholmes
- Garrett Nelson, Director of Media & REALTOR, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Executive, @BHGExecutive
2:45pm to 3:00pm – Wrap-up and Agent Reboot’s Giveaways
SPEAKERS
We’ll be announcing more details on the presenters soon! If you’re interested in speaking opportunities, please contact madelyn(at)inman(dot)com and reference this event.
LOCATION
Meydenbauer Convention Center – Bellevue
11100 NE 6th Street
Bellevue, WA 98004
www.meydenbauer.com
NATIONAL PLATINUM SPONSORS:
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
ASSOCIATION SPONSORS:
- Grant County Association of Realtors
- Moses Lake Board of Realtors











