In an Australian first, the REIQ \u2013 which is celebrating its centenary this year \u2013 is bringing one of the world\u2019s most recognisable names in real estate, Brad Inman, to the Summit stage to share his insights on global real estate trends.<\/p>\n
The founder of Inman Connect conferences in the US and the real estate news service, Inman, Brad is an innovative and creative thought leader. In addition to running a major events and news business he is also the driving force behind several growing start-ups.<\/p>\n
REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said Brad was known to be a provocateur and would give audiences plenty to think about.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe loves to challenge people and get you thinking about the way things are versus the way they could be. He\u2019ll show audiences how to approach the real estate business with a different attitude. He\u2019s going to be amazing,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Mr Inman said while he had never been to Australia he had many great Aussie friends and had heard much about our industry.<\/p>\n
\u201cLike agents everywhere, there is a lot of fear, uncertainty and doubt as everyone tries to figure out what technology to use, how to stay relevant and how to provide superior customer service,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cFear that technology will disrupt agents is common. It will disrupt the lazy ones and the ones who do not adopt the best technology and provide the best customer service,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Ms Mercorella said the REIQ Summit was recognised as one of the best real estate conferences on the calendar and as the peak body celebrated 100 years, this event was the best it had hosted.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are building a reputation for bringing new and amazing people to the Summit stage. We were the first to bring US realtor-to-the-stars, Dolly Lenz, to Australia and now we\u2019re the first to bring the incredible Brad Inman.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur audiences give us extraordinary feedback about the value of the event, the practical tips and the motivation and inspiration that our speakers deliver. A lot of thought goes into it before we extend an invitation to appear at Summit and we do not allow speakers to appear remotely from overseas,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a real experience and everyone gets enormous value out of it.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to global keynote speaker, Brad Inman, Summit speakers include: <\/strong><\/p>\n