Speaker Profiles

Cam Dupuis
CMHC EQuilibriumTM - Sustainable Housing Demonstration Initiative
Regional Advisor
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) EQuilibriumTM Sustainable Housing Demonstration Initiative– a national initiative to design, build and demonstrate sustainable homes throughout Canada. A brief overview about how EQuilibrium™ homes are designed to address occupant health and comfort, energy efficiency and renewable energy production, resource conservation, reduced environmental impact and affordability. As consumers are increasingly asking about energy efficient features, caution is needed to interpret which technologies makes the most sense in terms of cost and pay back. The CMHC  Green Home Refund Program will also be discussed.
Darci Lang
Focus On The 90%

Darci's message is simple; and everything she shares in her presentations, she has lived. Darci grew up working in her Dad's Volkswagen garage; she has waited tables, worked retail, taken a company from bankruptcy to award-winning and started two of her three companies from scratch. Today, Darci is a professional speaker, a best selling author, mom to two joy-filled children, Jayda and John, and wife to Darren, a 10-year-old boy trapped inside a man's body.

Get motivated with Darci's easy-to-apply message -- Focus on the 90% that is positive in your life.

Glenn Tinley
Mobile Solutions
Studio Media Group Inc.
President/Chief Vision Officer
Today’s consumer is on the go all the time. At their side is always one thing - their mobile device. 50% of Canadians now carry smartphone devices, and this percentage is rising continually. It is crucial that businesses of all types interact and engage with people on their mobile device if you want success now and in the future. There are options available for real estate agents that allow you to engage with potential buyers who are looking for a new home. These include QR codes, mobile websites and others. Another innovative way is through the sending of information through Bluetooth & Wi-Fi. This allows potential buyers to easily get the information they need, and have them get in touch with the listing agent. What better way to increase showings than by providing timely relevant information that keeps “Your Brand in their Hand”. Our patent-pending solution can help you accomplish this. If you are looking for ways to increase listings and sales in a competitive marketplace, using mobile solutions will give you the edge you need. Join Glenn Tinley, President & Founder of Mexia Interactive as he speaks about how mobile solutions can help you engage with potential buyers, sell more homes, get more listings and make more money.
Jon Ljungberg
Fun With Jon
Jon Ljungberg has been entertaining audiences for the past 2 1/2 decades across North America including 38 States, every Canadian Province and even Mexico. He is an award winning comedian appearing at the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival and has performed at the Riviera casino in Las Vegas as well. His work also includes work in film as well a television having recently wrapped up 11 years as the host of CITYtv's Breakfast Television of which he received the "Broadcast Excellence Award" from the Broadcasters association of Manitoba.
Marc Lafrance
Data Distribution, REALTOR.ca and REALTOR.ca Mobile Update
Canadian Real Estate Association
Director of Marketing & Member Services
Marc Lafrance is responsible for the marketing and promotion of CREA's technology products services.  Marc is also responsible for the CREA Helpdesk, providing training to Boards, Asociations and REALTORS®.  Also responsible for the CREA Conference Department.  Since joing CREA in December 2001 Marc and his Team have been vising different parts of the country meeting boards, associations and REALTORS® to promote the national association's technology products and services. 
Rae Gagnon, Blue Jean Business Solutions
Why Should REALTORS® Never Buy Clients Gift Cards at Restaurants?
Join Blue Jean Business Solutions to  discover the common expense pitfalls that REALTORS ® encounter.  Too often REALTORS® consider themselves commissioned salespeople; however, this is not an accurate interpretation.  REALTORS® are Independent Contractors accountable for their own individual business. Learn how to structure your business, track your expenses, interpret financials and plan for business growth and enjoy a peace of mind that extends beyond tax time. 
Sam Katz
Mayor City of Winnipeg
Susan Hurrell
Building Business With Social Media
Modern Earth Web Design
Director of On Line Marketing

You’ve heard about Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn – but how do they fit in a professional marketing strategy for your business?  Are these social media platforms just for kids, or are they a viable marketing option to reach adult buyers? This session will introduce you to Twitter – Facebook – LinkedIn and discuss who uses them and why.  We will explore high level marketing strategies for each of these different platforms, how they can work together, and what is involved in using them effectively to reach your clients where they are -  online.

Susan Hurrell came to the world of online marketing after an extensive career in bricks & mortar retail, culminating as the Central/Western Regional Marketing Manager for Chapters Indigo Books.  Now the Director of Online Marketing  for Modern Earth Web Design, Susan  sees nothing but possibilities for businesses and organizations to extend their reach and broaden their engagement through strategic implemented social media and online marketing campaigns.  Follow her on Twitter @modernsusan
Tracy Simmons
How to Run A More Profitable Office
Lone Wolf Real Estate Technologies
Do you know what it takes to run a profitable office?  Do you know the five signs your operation is out of control? Let Lone Wolf help get your office back in control by sharing some of the key things in getting and keeping your office profitable. We will challenge owners & managers to evaluate every aspect of their brokerage operations.

This topic serves as a great platform to stimulate conversation regarding brokers/managers personal office structure and get their peers thoughts and perspectives on how to enhance their current operations.