ARA | 2026 "Better Together, Shaping the Next Era of Real Estate"
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Better Together: Shaping the Next Era of Real Estate
Join us October 8 for Better Together: Shaping the Next Era of Real Estate, a summit built around conversations that matter to our industry and our communities.
Session 1: Economic Development & Housing Opportunities in Metro Atlanta
ARA Past President Karen Hatcher will moderate a conversation with Taylor Kielty Evans of Georgia Power, John Soper of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Gregg Simon of the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Granvel Tate of Invest Atlanta.
Session 2: “The Death of DEI”: Addressing Challenges and Supporting Diversity
Diversity Council Chair Justin Ziegler will moderate a candid discussion with ARA President Quinn Arnau; Tiffany Boazman of the Empire Board of Realtists; Josh Pitre of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance; Paola Figueroa of NAHREP; Jacky Arias-Cortes of the Women’s Council of REALTORS®; Nini Le of AREAA Metro Atlanta; and ARA Director of Community Engagement & Diversity Geilia Taylor-Parker.
And keeping the day lively will be our emcee, Manny Recinos, Chair of ARA’s
Member Engagement Committee!
The summit is essentially free with a $25 refundable deposit. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today!