Join Us for the WRA's 2008 Annual Fall Convention: The Sky's the Limit!

You are invited to join us for the WRA's Annual Convention on September 7-9 at the exclusive Kalahari Resort and Convention Center. As the WRA approaches its 100-year milestone, the market is changing fast. We have witnessed the convergence of technology, new business models and more aggressive ways to market our listings and communicate with our clients. Join us for three days of seminars, workshops and main stage sessions, featuring some of the top industry experts from around the country who will share advice and real world solutions on how to stay ahead in your market. We have a packed agenda this year. Be sure to check out the entire schedule, but don't forget to register early for additional savings!

Convention Attendees

Whether you’re a sales agent, broker, manager, mortgage broker, or appraiser, the WRA's Annual Convention is designed for anyone who touches real estate.

Why attend?

1. Learn what works in the real estate industry NOW.
2. Prohibition Party with Casino Night and DJ.
3. Learn what's hot with today's buyers and sellers.
4. Network with colleagues and make new connections.
5. Complete your continuing education requirements.
6. Work towards earning designations.
7. Learn about new and emerging technologies.
8. Attend the Chairman’s Dinner and welcome our incoming Chairman, Mike Mulleady.
9. Participate in the WRA's Annual Golf Tournament at Trappers Turn Golf Club.
10. Walk away with what you need to remain COMPETITIVE.

Convention Highlights

This year's convention is held at the exclusive Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in the Wisconsin Dells. Its African-themed style resort and waterpark is perfect for the whole family. The grounds offer an indoor and outdoor waterpark, day spa and salon, championship golf course, shopping, restaurants, evening entertainment and more. Coupled with the natural beauty of the Dells and a few days of education, networking and R&R, it will be a trip well deserved.

Sunday September 7

Designation Courses | Golf | Prohibition Party | RPAC Reception | Exhibits

 

The convention kicks off on Sunday with designation courses and continuing education running throughout the day. To get away and enjoy some action, participate in the WRA's Annual Golf Tournament at Trappers Turn Golf Club or take a plunge into Kalahari waters. As you make your way back to the resort in the afternoon, stop by the exhibit hall and check out the vendor exhibits from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. It's the perfect time to pick up some freebies while they last – or enjoy a beer on the house. In the evening, attend the RPAC reception, Hospitality Rooms, WRA's Prohibition Party with Casino Night and DJ or hit the hay early for the next two days of activities. >See Sunday's Program

Monday September 8

Opening Session | Exhibits | Workshops | Chairman's Dinner

Monday is when the convention kicks off in high gear. The main stage for opening session welcomes David Oreck, who will discuss brand value and awareness. David, who recently spoke to the California Association of REALTORS®, has over 40-plus years of success as a marketer, salesperson and founder of the Oreck Corporation. During the day, take your pick from more than 30 workshops covering sales, management, recruiting, maximizing your success, making money in a buyer's market, Web 2.0 and more. In the evening, join us for the Chairman's installation dinner celebration where we welcome new Chairman, Mike Mulleady of Minocqua. Enjoy an elegant evening of festivities, complete with dinner, wine, dessert bar and entertainment. If you can't attend the dinner, join us at the dance starting at 8:30 p.m. >See Monday's Program

Tuesday September 9

General Session | Exhibits | Workshops

Tuesday is another big day for workshops and continuing education courses. Early morning, the main stage welcomes Terry Watson for our general session. Terry will inspire, motivate and help you to understand that the difference between good and great often lies in subtle, unconscious things we do to sabotage ourselves. Terry's fresh approach will give us perspective on achieving greater success from within. In addition, a $500 door prize will be awarded at this session (must be present to win). Following the general session, it's your final opportunity to attend convention workshops before they end in late afternoon. >See Tuesday's Program