Special Event

Cascades East Association of REALTORS Blood Drive
August 20, 2026, 10am-3pm
Please register via the link below, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients.
If you are an eligible type O, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component.

Join the Cascades East Association of REALTORS^® at General Duffy's Annex in Redmond, from 4 to 6pm.  This event is FREE to all Cascades East Association of REALTORS^® members.  Come mingle and network with other Association members and enjoy complimentary appetizers and prize drawings. Register early for a free ticket towards fun prizes.  

Sponsored by 1031 Corp

FOREWARN was built around agent safety and identity verification. However, FOREWARN is also a multi-dimensional tool that can be utilized in other areas of your business to help you be the best real estate professional you can be while helping to keep you safe in the process.

The purpose of this training is to help real estate professionals gain a much better understanding of the platform along with going over some "Pro-Tips" to help you understand the various ways to leverage FOREWARN in your real estate business.

We will also open up the webinar for live Q&A to end the session. Thank you, we look forward to getting you up and running with FOREWARN!

Webinar hosted by FOREWARN.

FOREWARN was built around agent safety and identity verification. However, FOREWARN is also a multi-dimensional tool that can be utilized in other areas of your business to help you be the best real estate professional you can be while helping to keep you safe in the process.

The purpose of this training is to help real estate professionals gain a much better understanding of the platform along with going over some "Pro-Tips" to help you understand the various ways to leverage FOREWARN in your real estate business.

We will also open up the webinar for live Q&A to end the session. Thank you, we look forward to getting you up and running with FOREWARN!

Webinar hosted by FOREWARN.

October 14 | 9 AM–2:30 PM
Cascades East Association of REALTORS^®

Join us for the 2026 Broker Summit, a day designed specifically for Managing Principal Brokers (MPBs) to connect, exchange ideas, and hear directly from industry experts and REALTOR^® association leaders at the national, state, and local levels.

From the latest housing market trends and the top issues facing brokerages to risk management, compliance, and the resources available to support your business, the Broker Summit will focus on the information and conversations that matter most to brokerage leaders.

You’ll also have the opportunity to hear perspectives from brokerage leaders outside our market, ask questions of industry experts, and connect with fellow MPBs from throughout our region.

Agenda

8:30–9:00 AM | Check-In
Complimentary pastries, coffee, and tea

9:00–9:10 AM | Welcome
Susanna Abrahamson, President, Cascades East Association of REALTORS^®

9:10–10 AM | Market Smarts: Housing Trends You Need to Know

Get the latest insights into the housing market and the trends shaping real estate from Matt Christopherson, Director of Business and Consumer Research for the National Association of REALTORS^® (NAR).

10–11:15 AM | How Associations Are Helping Your Brokerage

Hear directly from national, state, and local REALTOR^® association leaders about the resources, advocacy, and support available to help brokerages and their agents succeed. Panelists include:

• Michele Holen, VP of Association Engagement, National Association of REALTORS^®
• Tommy Choi, REALTOR^® Party Community Engagement Liaison, National Association of REALTORS^®
• Jenny Pakula, CEO, Oregon REALTORS^®
• Casie Conlon, CEO, Cascades East Association of REALTORS^®
• Moderated by Dr. Tony Kelley, President, Oregon REALTORS^®

11:15–11:30 AM | Break

11:30 AM–12:30 PM | Broker Panel: Top Issues Facing Brokerages Today

What are brokerage leaders seeing in their businesses—and how are they responding? This candid conversation will explore the challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping brokerages and the broader real estate industry. Panelists include:

• Ashleigh Fordman, Managing Principal Broker/Owner, Windermere Heritage
• Tracy Kasper, Broker Owner, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Silverhawk Realty
• Angie M. Mykel, CEO, Keller Williams Greater Seattle
• Moderated by Susanna Abrahamson, President, Cascades East Association of REALTORS^®

12:30–1:30 PM | Lunch

Connect with fellow brokerage leaders and continue the conversation over complimentary lunch.

1:30–2:30 PM | Risk Management & Compliance Panel

Stay informed about the legal, regulatory, and compliance issues that should be on every brokerage leader’s radar. Industry experts will discuss current developments, potential risks, and what brokers need to know to help protect their businesses and agents. Panelists include:

• Mike Rohde, Staff Attorney, Legal Affairs, National Association of REALTORS^®
• Steve Strode, Commissioner, Oregon Real Estate Agency
• Nick Peasley, Staff Attorney, Oregon REALTORS^®
• Moderated by Jenny Pakula, CEO, Oregon REALTORS^®

Don’t miss this opportunity to step away from the day-to-day demands of running a brokerage and spend time focused on the bigger picture—your market, your business, your agents, and the issues shaping the future of real estate. Registration is just $10 and includes lunch, snacks, and morning pastries.

The Building a Better Oregon (BBO) Awards recognize those who have enhanced their community with outstanding new or renovated buildings/spaces. Projects are judged on economic impact, neighborhood improvement, unique design or materials, and environmental friendliness. The Cascades East Association of REALTORS® has hosted this community awards program for over 40 years.

Join us to recognize 2026 winners at the BBO Awards event on October 14, from 4-6 PM, at 10 Barrel Brewing East Side in Bend. The event will include complimentary appetizers, networking, a presentation, and a no-host bar. 

2026 Building a Better Oregon Award winners include:

• Central Library
• Jackstraw
• Redmond Public Safety Facility
• Rooted at Simpson
• Sunriver Public Safety Building
• Walker Engineering Building
• The Westman
• Sisters Ranger District Office

Honorable mention awardees include:

• COPA South
• Midway Campus

The Cascades East Association of REALTORS invites all members to its 5th Annual Autumn Member Mixer on Sunday, October 25th, 12:00-2:00 pm, at Schilling's Garden Market, 64640 Old Bend Redmond Hwy. This family-friendly event is free for association members and guests. Hosted appetizers & beverages, plus a free pumpkin to all association members and their guests.  Register in advance to be entered in the free prize drawing.

Sponsored by:

 WIN Home Inspection & 1031 Corp

Join the Cascades East Association of REALTORS® to celebrate the 2026 REALTOR, Rising Star, and Affiliate of the Year award winners and the installation of our 2027 Board President, Nessa Segoviano, and new board members. The Annual Awards, Installation, and Holiday Party will be held on December 4, 2026, at Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond, Oregon.