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Global Business Council
Join The GBC and Go Global
By: Daniel D. Jittu, Global Business Council Chair and Broker-Owner 27 State Realty LLC
Statistically, one out of five of your closings this year will include an international customer. Are you prepared? This year, the Global Business Council (GBC) will provide spotlights on Canada, Colombia, Eastern Europe, United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Uruguay, and Argentina. Look for the dates of these meetings and briefing’s on www.myrasm.com/global.
AS A GBC MEMBER, YOU WILL LEARN:
February 21: International Mother Language Day
February 18: National Drink Wine Day (share a bottle with someone from another country.)
UPCOMING GLOBAL CLASSES
RISK MANAGEMENT FOR THE INTERNATIONAL PRACTITIONER
Thursday, February 11 9:00 a.m. – noon [ Online ] Pat and Carla will guide you through the maze of working with International Buyers and expanding your business, all while reducing your risk. Members $15. 3 CE HRS
Cultural and business briefings that may make or break you next international sale How to expand your market using the help of NAR
Global Ambassadors and educators Networking opportunities here and abroad International food tasting opportunities
Remember with the GBC, membership does have its advantages. Sign up at www.myrasm.com/global. It’s only $25. That’s less than a dinner at one of your favorite international restaurants. HOW TO BUILD A GLOBAL OUTBOUND REFERRAL BUSINESS
Thursday, February 11 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. [ Online ] This high-impact 2-hour CE program will teach you how to identify and qualify international outbound referrals. Pat and Carla share tips on how to evaluate overseas real estate and assess the risks in buying overseas properties. Members $15. 2 CE HRS.
NOTABLE EVENTS IN FEBRUARY
February 1-6: International Networking Week
February 11: National Make a Friend Day
February 12: Chinese New Year
February 20: Word Day of Social Justice EXPANDING YOUR GLOBAL REACH
Wednesday, February 17 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. [ Online ] With the right plan and unwavering commitment, you can and will become THE international specialist for the markets or niches you serve. Members $15. 2 CE HRS.
AT HOME WITH DIVERSITY
Thursday, February 18 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. [ Online ] At Home With Diversity is an NAR certification program designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry, preparing REALTORS(R) to work effectively with and within today’s increasingly diverse pool of home buyers. Members $15. 6 CE HRS. •
