2027 REEA Diamond DREI Summit

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by 1/23/27

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte Ballantyne, NC
January 21–23, 2027

Join us for our 2027 REEA Diamond DREI Summit!

January 21-23, 2027

Bringing the Diamond into DREI - 2027 Summit

Many Facets, One Purpose: Sharing Ideas, Refining Craft, Inspiring Better Learning

Real estate education is not one-size-fits-all. Like the many facets of a diamond, each angle reflects something valuable: clarity, creativity, connection, insight, innovation, or experience. The 2027 REEA Diamond DREI Summit celebrates the shared purpose that connects us all: creating better learning experiences for the real estate industry.  This year's Summit theme invites instructors to share ideas, refine their craft, and inspire better learning through collaboration, conversation, and practical application.

Together, we continue shaping brighter, clearer, and more meaningful learning experiences for the students and professionals we serve.

REEA Diamond DREI Annual Summit is open to all REEA DREI's, Candidates and anyone wanting to learn more about becoming a REEA Diamond DREI. 

REMINDER: As stated in the REEA Diamond DREI Policies and Procedures Manual, Section III. Designation Renewal "Active REEA DREI Status" c. REEA DREI Summit:  Upon the third and each subsequent renewal, each REEA DREI shall attend at least one (1) REEA DREI Summit in the three (3) years immediately prior to renewal.

Summit schedule is tentative at this time and can be changed and updated without notice.

If you have any questions, please contact REEA Headquarters at Support@REEA.org.

Schedule

Thursday January 21 Welcome
6:00 pm Welcome to the Summit
Join us for a welcome to Charlotte and this year's 2027 Summit. Location to be announced
 
Friday January 22 Summit Day 1
6:30–8:00 am Breakfast included in your hotel stay
8:00–8:15 am Welcome
8:15–9:00 am Session
To be announced
9:00–9:15 am Diamond Talk Tip "The Learner"
Knowles and Andragogy: Why Adults Learn Differently with Len Elder, DREI, GSI, DREI Council Member
9:15–9:30 am Break
9:30–10:15 am Session
To be announced
10:15–10:30 am Diamond Talk Tip "The Environment"
The Learning Environment: What Happens Before You Teach with Deb Carpenter, DREI, DREI Council Member
10:30–11:15 am Session
To be announced
11:15–11:30 am Diamond Talk Tip "The Connection"
People Learn from People with Stormie Benfield, DREI, GSI, DREI Council Member
11:30 am–1:00 pm Lunch
Included in your registration
1:00–5:00 pm Candidate Video Breakout Sessions
5:00 pm Dinner on Your Own
 
Saturday January 23 Summit Day 2
6:30–8:00 am Breakfast included in your hotel stay
8:00–8:45 am Session
To be announced
8:45–9:00 am Diamond Talk Tip "The Story"
Why Facts Fade but Stories Stick with Rebecca Jones, DREI, GSI, DREI Council Member
9:00–9:45 am Session
To be announced
9:45–10:00 am Break
10:00–10:45 am Session
To be announced
10:45–11:00 am Diamond Talk Tip "The Experience"
Learning by Doing with Will Parker, DREI, GSI, DREI Council Member
11:00 am–11:45 pm Session
To be announced
12:00–1:30 pm Lunch
Included in your registration
1:30–2:15 pm Session
To be announced
2:15–2:30 pm Diamond Talk Tip "The Future"
Teaching the Next Generation of Real Estate Professionals with Elizabeth Hume, DREI, GSI, GSL, DREI Council Member
2:30–3:15 pm Session
To be announced
3:15–3:30 pm Break
3:30 pm REEA Diamond DREI Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting, Awards and Installation of your 2028 Council Members
5:00 pm Dinner on Your Own
https://www.reea.org/drei/

Hotel Information

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte Ballantyne

12325 Johnston Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, 28277 | 704-817-1494

Book your group rate for 2027 REEA Diamond DREI Summit at our special rate of only $129.oo ++ per night.  Check-in 3:30pm - Check-out 11:00am.

Guaranteed Reservations: All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card or by group listed Above.  Hotel will not hold any reservations unless secured by one of the above methods. Reservations have until 48 hours prior to the day of arrival to cancel without penalty. Guaranteed payment reservations will be held all night for the first day of arrival.  If a guaranteed room is not used, payment for the full rate on that room will be assessed.  Guest check-in cannot be guaranteed prior to 3:00 PM on the day of arrival.  All guests will be required to provide acceptable credit information upon registration unless prior credit approval has been obtained.  Valid Amex, Discover, VISA, and MasterCard, cards are all acceptable. All rooms subject to applicable taxes. 

Attire Information

Business Casual

Cancellation Policy

20276 REEA Diamond DREI Summit Registration Cancellation Policy:

All cancellation requests must be in writing with the reason for cancellation and sent to REEA Headquarters via email to Support@REEA.org.

  • Cancellations received prior to midnight on November 30, 2026 will receive a full refund.
  • There is a $100.00 cancellation fee for all cancellations received December 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
  • There is no refund for cancellations received after December 31, 2026.

Due to unforseen changes with the CDC and REEA needs to cancel/postpone this event, your Registration fee will be returned. All other costs involved with your travel, lodging and/or any other expenses incurred by you is your responsibility.   REEA, REEA Diamond DREI Leadership Council and REEA's Board of Directors have the right to make changes to these policies at anytime.  If you need to cancel your registration due to reasons of illness, etc. you must submit a letter in writing requesting a full refund with your reason why.  Again, all other costs involved with your travel, lodging and/or any other expenses incurred by you is your responsibility.  

Nationwide Event Inclement Weather Policy:

Since REEA makes financial obligations based on the number of registrations and exhibitor spaces sold for events, registration fees cannot be refunded unless the event is cancelled by REEA due to inclement weather and a registrant's written request is received within 14 days of the event start date. If REEA cancels the event due to weather, REEA will issue a credit for the registrant upon written request, which may be applied within twelve (12) months either to the next scheduled REEA Conference or another REEA event. All requests for credit must be in writing and emailed/mailed to the REEA Office at the address below with appropriate proof of travel cancellation within 14 days of the event's start date.

No refunds will be given for cancellations due to weather if the event itself is not cancelled. REEA will not refund any travel expenses that may be incurred under any circumstances.  All requests for cancellation refunds must be in writing and emailed/mailed to the REEA Office at the address below within 14 days of the event start date with appropriate proof of travel cancellation.  All refunds due to an illness, injury, death or emergency will be considered on a case by case basis by the REEA Executive Director.

Acceptance: Your Name, city, state, phone and email will be avaible to all REEA Members as an attendee of this Summit.

Inquiries and Questions are to be sent to:

Real Estate Educators Association
Support@REEA.org 
REEA Headquarters

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by 1/23/27

Registration Information

Attending the entire event.

Type Fee
REEA Diamond DREI Summit Early Bird before 12/1/2026
This fee applies to all REEA members who registers before 12/1/2026.
Available 06/01/2026 to 12/01/2026 only
$349.00
REEA Diamond DREI Summit - Full Registration
Full Registration
Available 11/30/2026 to 01/23/2027 only
$399.00
Guest ONLY Registration
All REEA and REEA DREI members may register 1 guest which includes meals. Your guest cannot be a member of REEA.
Available 06/01/2026 to 01/23/2027 only
$250.00

Register before:11/30/26 to avoid late registration fees.
Late Registration Fee:$50.00
Registration closes on:1/23/27

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Sponsorship of activities by vendors or regulated entities at this conference or meeting shall not be construed as an endorsement by REEA of the sponsoring entity or of the products, services, policies or positions. The sponsorship is not intended by the vendor or regulated entity, nor should it be construed by anyone, to influence the decisions of REEA and its representatives.

 

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