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Welcome to Regional Connect 2025

NAHREP Regional Connect events are where business and cultura intersect. These events offer more than just networking opportunities; they offer a fusion of music, food, sports, and other exciting activities. Attendees have the opportunity to participate in inspiring sessions with top industry leaders and connect, learn, and grow together with the Hispanic real estate community. Don't miss this unforgettable experience!

Gary Acosta

Co-Founder & CEO, NAHREP

Juan Castro

Listing Specialist and Premier Agent, Redfin

Camilo Escalante

Executive Director Diverse Segments, Rate

Nely Galán

Media and Real Estate Entrepreneur, NYT Best Selling Author

Oralia Herrera

2025 NAHREP President, Broker/Owner, Century 21 TK Realty Inc.

Heidi Lequerique

Broker, Real Estate Boutique of South Florida

Michael Martinez

Vice President & Senior Global Real Estate Advisor, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty

Jeffrey Mejia

Mortgage Loan Originator, DHI

Barbara Mollanazar

Agent, RE/MAX Alliance

Andrew Moran

Assistant Coach / Director of Player Development, University of Miami Men's Basketball

Jim Parker

Area Manager, Rate

Peggy Pratt

Team Lead, Pratt Properties Team, Century 21 North East

Armando Tam

SVP, Digital Marketing and Network Management, NAHREP and Director of Marketing and Communications, AVANCE

Agenda

Monday, Jul 14, 2025 | Intercontinental Miami | 100 Chopin Plaza | Miami, FL 33131

12:30 PM–1:45 PM ET

Flagler

Regional CBOG Meeting (Invitation Only)

Invitation only.

12:30 PM–1:30 PM ET

Chopin Ballroom

Chapter Leaders Meeting (Invitation Only)

Invitation only.

1:30 PM–2:00 PM ET

Doors Open & Networking

2:00 PM–4:00 PM ET

Chopin Ballroom

Regional Connect: Southeast Sponsored by Rate

Must purchase ticket to attend.

Opening Remarks

MC | Oralia Herrera, 2025 NAHREP President, Broker/Owner, Century 21 TK Realty Inc.

Sponsor Remarks

Speaker | Camilo Escalante, Executive Director Diverse Segments, Rate

The Value of the Latino Brand

Join NAHREP CEO Gary Acosta for an inspiring conversation on the power and potential of the Latino brand. Discover why shaping an accurate and positive image of Latinos is crucial, from unlocking access to investment capital to increasing representation in the C-suites of Fortune 500 companies. Drawing on lessons from other communities and his groundbreaking work with L'ATTITUDE Ventures, Gary will share his vision for empowering Latinos to take control of their brand and drive lasting, transformative change.

Moderator | Peggy Pratt, Team Lead, Pratt Properties Team, Century 21 North East
Speaker | Gary Acosta, Co-Founder & CEO, NAHREP

Leveling Up in the Business of Sports

Sports create more than champions. They create leaders. In this conversation, professionals share how lessons from coaching and competition translate into influence, business leadership, and wealth building. This session explores how Latinos are breaking through in one of the world's most competitive industries and creating lasting opportunities.

Moderator | Armando Tam, SVP, Digital Marketing and Network Management, NAHREP and Director of Marketing and Communications, AVANCE
Speaker | Andrew Moran, Assistant Coach / Director of Player Development, University of Miami Men's Basketball

The Mindset Behind the Top 250

Every year, NAHREP honors the agents and mortgage originators ranked among the Top 250. However, behing every ranking lies a story of discipline, resilience, and leadership. In this panel, we celebrate the Top 250 honorees as they share the mindset that keeps them sharp and the lessons they've learned about growth and long-term success.

Moderator | Heidi Lequerique, Broker, Real Estate Boutique of South Florida
Speaker | Juan Castro, Listing Specialist and Premier Agent, Redfin
Speaker | Michael Martinez, Vice President & Senior Global Real Estate Advisor, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty
Speaker | Jeffrey Mejia, Branch Operations Manager, DHI
Speaker | Barbara Mollanazar, Agent, RE/MAX Alliance
Speaker | Jim Parker, Area Manager, Rate

NAHREP at AVANCE Global is Calling

NAHREP at AVANCE Global is where we come together to connect, grow, and lead with purpose. We are calling on our comunidad to bring their teams, their stories, and their presence to San Diego. Be part of the movement where Latino wealth and legacy take center stage.

Moderator | Armando Tam, SVP, Digital Marketing and Network Management, NAHREP and Director of Marketing and Communications, AVANCE
Speaker | Nely Galán, Media and Real Estate Entrepreneur, NYT Best Selling Author

Closing Comments

MC | Oralia Herrera, 2025 NAHREP President, Broker/Owner, Century 21 TK Realty Inc.

4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET

Chopin Ballroom

Networking Reception

Mingle and make key connections with the rest of the #NAHREPfamilia.

Early Bird Registration

Ends May 30

Platinum Members

Free

Standard Members

$25

Non-Members

$50

Online Registration

Ends July 13

Platinum Members

Free

Standard Members

$50

Non-Members

$50

Onsite/Day-Of Registration

During the event

Platinum Members

$50

Standard Members

$50

Non-Members

$150

Requests for refund must be submitted to registration@nahrep.org by June 30th. There is a $20 transaction fee to process refunds of any kind. We cannot process any refunds after June 30th.

Discounted Room Rate: A discounted rate of $179 per night is available. Room block expiration date is Friday, June 20th, 2025 or until sold out. The discounted rate is only available upon completing registration, via the confirmation page.

Learn about NAHREP sponsor event-related opportunities

Regional partners and other companies which are currently unaffiliated with NAHREP may sponsor event-related opportunities as listed below. Click here to download a PDF copy of regional sponsorship opportunities.

Title Sponsor

$25,000

Event Sponsor

$5,000

FOR SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES CONTACT:

Tricia Meza
Corporate Relations Manager
tmeza@nahrep.org
(619) 719-4806

Welcome to Regional Connect 2025