Wednesday, June 7
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Cliff Top - Taman Sari 2
Meet with fellow APAC Forum participants for networking and cocktails as guests arrive from around the world. Name tags will be available at the start of the Welcome Reception.
Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson
Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson
Thursday, June 8
6:30 a.m. – 7:15 a.m.
Beach Walk
Meet in Lobby
Start the day with an energizing beach walk with fellow attendees.
6:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast for hotel guests - at your leisure
Grain Restaurant
Hotel guests may have breakfast on their own in the Grain Restaurant on the lower lobby level of the resort.
9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.
Welcome & CEO Address
Graha Paruman 1
Hear from LeadingRE President/CEO Paul Boomsma on the state of the network and the global real estate market.
9:20 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Fireside Chat: YOUR LEADINGRE ADVANTAGE
Graha Paruman 1
LeadingRE President/CEO Paul Boomsma and President, Global Operations Chris Dietz discuss global growth, referral opportunities and network advantages – and their impact on your business.
9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Welcome to Bali: Market and Cultural Insights
Graha Paruman 1
Members from our host country discuss the advantages of living and investing in Indonesia.
10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
ASEAN Region – Dynamics of the Real Estate market in 2023
Graha Paruman 1
A panel of experts explore the dynamic economies of the ASEAN region, focusing on the trends driving the markets of Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore – and their impact on the global marketplace.
10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.
Networking Break
Foyer
Enjoy a short break with light refreshments and coffee.
10:40 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.
Global Economic Update
Graha Paruman 1
LeadingRE Chief Economist Dr. Marci Rossell examines the global economic factors at play in today’s market, with an emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region in this video presentation.
11:05 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
World of Real Estate, Part 1
Graha Paruman 1
Member representatives from around the globe share success strategies, market updates and ways they use LeadingRE to gain a competitive advantage.
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Your Winning Advantage: Co-Branding with LeadingRE
Graha Paruman 1
Learn how to tap into the power of your LeadingRE affiliation to strengthen your brand. Hear about PR and social media opportunities and preview the professional marketing materials available to you. Join interactive table discussion where participants share their top strategies.
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Broker Panel: Taking Advantage of Opportunities in a Changing Market
Graha Paruman 1
Top brokers address how they are responding to the opportunities and challenges of today’s market.
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Networking Lunch
Grain Restaurant
Enjoy good food and great conversation during the Networking Lunch.
Sponsored by Real Estate Webmasters
Sponsored by Real Estate Webmasters
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sales Mastery Workshop
Graha Paruman 1
LeadingRE Director, Global Business Development (APAC) Taco Heidinga, also known as Coach Taco, shares techniques that will make you stand out and strategies that will help you achieve new levels of sales success.
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Afternoon Activity
Beachfront, between the garden and the Breeze restaurant
Spend a sunny afternoon on the Sawangan Beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, with a fun game of volleyball and time to connect with your fellow attendees over light refreshments. Or, enjoy leisure time on your own.
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Networking Reception and Awards Dinner
Graha Paruman 1
Spend an evening celebrating member success and networking with members from the APAC region and beyond.
Friday, June 9
6:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast for hotel guests - at your leisure
Grain Restaurant
Hotel guests may have breakfast on their own in the Grain Restaurant on the lower lobby level of the resort.
9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.
Human Assisted A.I. & Search Engine Marketing for Real Estate
Graha Paruman 1
Hear about how A.I.’s (Artificial Intelligence) is being used in search engine marketing to enhance productivity and performance in this eye-opening presentation from Morgan Carey, CEO of Real Estate Webmasters.
9:20 a.m. – 9:40 a.m.
World of Real Estate, Part 2
Graha Paruman 1
The conversations continue with more member leaders discussing success strategies, market updates and ways they use LeadingRE to improve their business and gain a competitive advantage.
9:40 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Commercial Trends in Asia
Graha Paruman 1
Explore the latest trends in commercial real estate and see how this sector continues to evolve in the post-pandemic world.
10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Best Practices in Cross Border Referrals
Graha Paruman 1
Michi Olson, LeadingRE Dean of Resources and Global Connections, discusses best practices in cross border referrals with a panel of member brokers who have had great success in this area.
10:20 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Networking Break
10:45 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
What's New with LeadingRE Institute
Graha Paruman 1
Hear what's new with LeadingRE Institute and learn how you can use this award-winning online learning platform to build skills and improve performance in this video presentation.
10:50 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Opportunities in New Development Marketing
Graha Paruman 1
LeadingRE Director, Global Business Development Tasos Stavrou shares an overview of Destinations by LeadingRE, highlighting opportunities for you to grow your business with new development marketing. Next, hear from one of Bali’s top developers on trends in luxury developments and the importance of Foreign Direct Investment in the Bali market.
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Fireside Chat: The Importance of FDI in Bali's Market
Graha Paruman 1
Learn how foreign direct investment is fueling investment opportunities in Bali, with insights from Adrian Savage, CEO of MIRAH Developers.
11:15 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.
Luxury Portfolio Update
Graha Paruman 1
Preview Luxury Portfolio International’s newest offerings and learn how this program can help you capture more business in the affluent sector.
11:25 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Luxury Lifestyles in APAC
Graha Paruman 1
Discover the luxury lifestyle trends impacting affluent consumers in the APAC region.
11:45 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Looking Ahead to Upcoming LeadingRE Events
Graha Paruman 1
Hear what's on the horizon for LeadingRE events in this video presentation and start planning for you next LeadingRE conference!
11:50 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Your Voice: Interactive Q&A
Graha Paruman 1
Share your questions, thoughts, feedback and ideas with LeadingRE President/CEO Paul Boomsma and President, Global Operations Chris Dietz.
12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Networking Lunch
Paon Bali Resto & Bar Deli
Enjoy good food and great conversation during the Networking Lunch.
2:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Property Tour, Followed by Reception at Kong Restaurant
Meet in lobby
Join us for a tour of the beautiful Secana Beachtown, by MIRAH Investment and Development. Tucked away on the shores of Bali’s most happening neighborhood, Secana Beachtown is introducing a progressive new edge to beachfront living.
We will meet at 2:00 p.m. in the hotel lobby and travel by motor coach to Secana Beachtown, hearing about living and investing in Bali as we go. After touring a variety of stunning units, we will stop at Kong, one of Bali's hottest restaurants, for drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres before returning to the hotel between 7:15 – 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by MIRAH Investment and Development
Sponsored by MIRAH Investment and Development
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Farewell Drinks
Wiwaha, Hilton Bali Resort
Join us at your leisure to take in the views from the Wiwaha, located on the cliff top of Nusa Dua. Indulge in sweets and cocktails and toast the close of a successful APAC Forum!
Speakers
The agenda will feature dynamic speakers from within the industry and beyond, offering unique perspectives and insights you can use to strengthen your business. Watch for speaker announcements, coming soon.
Morgan Carey
CEO and Founder
Real Estate Webmasters Inc.
Real Estate Webmasters Inc.
Chris Dietz
President, Global Operations
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Paul Boomsma
President & CEO
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Michi Olson
Dean of Resources and Global Connection
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Liv Baggen
Director, Global Business Development
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Taco Heidinga
Director, Global Business Development
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Tasos Stavrou
Director, Global Business Development
LeadingRE
LeadingRE
Morgan Carey
CEO and Founder, REW
CEO and Founder, REW
Morgan is the CEO and founder of Real Estate Webmasters Inc (REW), the largest custom technology and marketing firm in the world that specializes in residential real estate. With a background in search engine optimization, conversion optimization and product design Morgan is the key stakeholder of REW's research & development division as well as an advisor to the search engine marketing teams (both SEO and Paid search / social groups).
Morgan is a 4 time finalist for Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur Of The Year award and is listed on the SP 200 list of residential real estate's most powerful & influential people.
Recently Morgan has taken on the new challenge of developing a global MLS platform which leverages AI (artificial intelligence) for content, search engine rankings and translations and he travels the globe teaching technology, marketing and AI trends.
Chris Dietz
President, Global Operations, LeadingRE
President, Global Operations, LeadingRE
Chris Dietz heads LeadingRE’s expansion plans by growing and managing its international footprint, including global marketing and brand awareness initiatives. He has 20 years of executive-level relocation management experience, with deep insight into diverse real estate and business practices around the world. Before joining LeadingRE, he managed the Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia Pacific regions for a U.S.-based company, and prior to that, he was responsible for European relocation business development for a large U.S. real estate franchise company.
Paul Boomsma
President & CEO, LeadingRE
President & CEO, LeadingRE
Paul Boomsma is President and CEO of LeadingRE, working closely with the Board of Directors and leadership team to deliver programs that support the success of our members. He created the highly-successful Luxury Portfolio International® program, previously serving as its president. Paul began his career marketing luxury office towers and later joined a top residential real estate firm, before becoming the National Marketing Director for a major franchise. He is a frequent industry speaker on topics that include consumer trends, global business practices, and innovation in real estate. Among his distinctions, has been named to RISMedia’s Newsmakers Hall of Fame, the Swanepoel Power 200, and Inman’s Most Influential.
Michi Olson
Dean of Resources and Global Connection, LeadingRE
Dean of Resources and Global Connection, LeadingRE
Michi Olson, is the Dean of Resources and Global Connection for Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®. She was a long time executive with Alain Pinel Realtors in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is a renowned relocation and business development professional who is highly regarded for her experience in corporate relocation, business development, e-commerce and global business offerings. She has her own global consulting business where she consults brokerage firms with relocation operations and growing their corporate business. A frequent speaker at many real estate and relocation conferences, she was recently named one a Real Estate Newsmakers by RISMedia.
Liv Baggen
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Liv Baggen serves as LeadingRE’s Director, Global Business Development and is responsible for growing the global network’s membership in high-end markets outside of the US and increasing global participation in Luxury Portfolio International®. She is an experienced international business development manager with a history of success in the luxury real estate business. She also has expertise working in fine art, hospitality, and luxury goods. Her former companies include Palazzo Versace in Dubai, a large real estate franchise, and a prestigious art collector in Beirut. Liv holds three master's degrees: an LLM from the University of Amsterdam, a master's in History from the Vrije University of Amsterdam, and an MBA from the Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Taco Heidinga
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Taco is responsible for recruiting new members in the APAC region. He is also an expert real estate coach and is involved in growing the organization's online learning platform, Institute. He serves as a host of LeadingRE's podcast, Million Dollar Question. Taco has 14 years of industry experience, most recently running his own real estate training company focused on the business environment in Southeast Asia, where he worked alongside top agents and developers, as well as marketing and sales professionals in the region.
Tasos Stavrou
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Director, Global Business Development, LeadingRE
Tasos is responsible for growing LeadingRE’s business globally by developing relationships with members, suppliers, industry groups and organizations, as well as heading Destinations by LeadingRE, the company’s development marketing program. Tasos has over 15 years of experience in the real estate and investment industry, most recently serving as Group Sales and Overseas Operations General Manager for one of the largest property developers in Cyprus. He has served as an International Board Member of FIABCI International and as FIABCI Young Members World President and received FIABCI’s medal of Honor award for his contributions to the real estate sector. He was appointed state representative of Cyprus's CCI (Chamber of Commerce and Industry) in China (Beijing) at the EUCCC supervisory board (European Union of Chamber of Commerce in China).
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is available for cancellations received in writing to events@LeadingRE.com by 11:59 p.m. PST May 8, 2023.
Cancellations received in writing from May 9, 2023 through May 22, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. PST will incur a $250.00 administrative penalty fee.
No refunds will be given beginning May 23, 2023.
Payment Options
Payment for the 2023 APAC Forum should be made by credit card online or via wire transfer. Please contact events@LeadingRE.com to receive complete wire transfer information.
Please note that cost of meals for this event is estimated to be $600.00 USD; consult your tax advisor.
Confirmation of Registrations
Confirmations will be emailed once your registration is processed and payment is received; please save a copy for your records.
If you do not receive an email confirmation within 48 hours of registration, contact LeadingRE Events at +1 312-424-0400 or events@LeadingRE.com.
Hotel and Travel
Hilton Bali Resort
A link for booking your reservation online will be included in your registration confirmation email.
Our base for the 2023 APAC Forum is stunning Hilton Bali Resort, a luxury cliff-side resort overlooking the Sawangan Beach and the Indian Ocean. The resort features four pools, a sand lagoon, a 30-meter waterslide and other resort amenities, including the Mandara Spa and four restaurants.
Garden View Room
Overlooking the tranquil resort garden, the stylish 48 sq. m./516 sq. ft. Garden View room features a private balcony and is located on the North and South Wing. The elegant marble bathroom has a shower or deep soaking tub.
Amenities include a 40-inch LCD TV with international channels, WiFi (complimentary for Hilton Honors members), complimentary mineral water, and waffle robes. This room has one king bed or two twin beds.
Room Rates & Reservations
$150 USD* per night, single or double occupancy
Rate is inclusive of taxes, fees and daily breakfast buffet.
Hotel reservation deadline: May 22 (Bali, Indonesia time - GMT+8).
A link for booking your reservation online will be included in your registration confirmation email.
Transportation
Ngurah Rai International Airport is only a 20 minute drive, or 15 kilometers, from Hilton Bali Resort. Airport transfer is available, starting from USD $25 net per car, per way, with a maximum of 3 people. To arrange transportation, email HiltonBali.Reservations@Hilton.com prior to your arrival.
Hotel address:
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan
Bali, 80363, Indonesia
Bali Travel Regulations and Requirements
Click here to see current Bali Travel Regulations and Travel Requirements in relation to Covid and Vaccination Regulations and Visa Regulations.
Sponsors
Special Thanks to our Sponsors
Welcome Reception Sponsor
Networking Luncheon Sponsor
Property Tour Sponsor
For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jeff Kennedy, Vice President, Sales/Partnerships: jkennedy@LeadingRE.com.
Contact
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