Inaugural Conference
You are cordially invited to start your year off on the right foot by joining GAR’s leaders at the 2023 Inaugural Conference at the Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center! The conference will offer education sessions and workshops featuring nationally recognized speakers, trainers, and industry experts. Education topics include GAR contract forms updates, technology, productivity/profitability, professional growth, and sessions specifically designed with brokers and global practitioners in mind. Additionally, we have an exciting array of networking events as well, including a casino night, an evening at the National Infantry Museum, and of course, our Inaugural Gala.
Registration is open! Click here to register now – be sure to sign up by November 17 to receive the early bird price of only $299!
2023 Inaugural Conference
January 10 – 13, 2023
Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION FEES & DEADLINES:
Early Bird Registration Fee $299.00, Deadline November 17
Regular Registration Fee $349.00, Deadline December 21
Late/On-Site Registration Fee $399.00, December 21 – January 13
If you have any questions or need assistance regarding conference registration, please call 770-451-1831.
NOTE: Your registration is not valid until you have successfully completed the entire process, received a printable email confirmation, and submitted payment.
WHAT A FULL REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
- Education Sessions, Keynote & Awards Ceremony Session, All Forums, Gala After Party, A Night at the National Infantry Museum with Fun, food, games, prizes, exhibits, and more, Casino Party, Board of Directors Meeting
WHAT A FULL REGISTRATION DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Tuesday President’s Inaugural Gala Reception and Gala ticket – $65
SPECIAL NEEDS / FOOD ALLERGIES:
If you have special need such as a food allergy, mobility challenges, or hearing impairment, please list those in the special needs box during registration or email events@gmail.com.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
You may cancel your registration until December 21 for a full refund. To cancel your registration email events@garealtor.com
REFUND POLICY: If GAR must cancel the conference due to events our of our control your registration fee may not be refunded. GAR is not responsible for any out-of-pocket expenses (lodging, airfare, etc.) you may incur when a course is canceled or rescheduled.
TICKET SALES & NON-INDUSTRY GUEST REGISTRATION:
Tickets for Special Events are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. All SALES END AND ARE FINAL AFTER DECEMBER 21.
- Guest Gala ticket – $65. A registrant may purchase one guest ticket in addition to their own ticket.
- Guest ticket A Night at the National Infantry Museum – Fun, food, games, prizes, exhibits, and more! – $50
- Guest ticket for Casino Party $25
Non-Industry Guest Registration
Early Bird Registration Fee $299.00, Deadline November 17
Regular Registration Fee $349.00, Deadline December 21
Late/On-Site Registration Fee $399.00, December 22 – January 13
HOTEL INFORMATION: The information to reserve your room at the conference hotel will be sent in your conference registration confirmation.
PHOTOGRAPY WAIVER: Portions of this GAR meeting may be photographed, or audio/video recorded for various purposes, including reporting, promotion, archival, or sale and distribution. By registering, individuals agree that GAR and/or anyone acting on their behalf may photograph or record by audio/video their attendance and involvement in any portion of the meeting. Furthermore, individuals agree that GAR may use these photographs and/or recordings without additional approval or permission and without compensation
GEORGIA REALTORS® COVID-19 RELEASE OF LIABILITY
COVID-19 is a highly contagious and an easily spread virus – even among those carriers who are asymptomatic. By registering I acknowledge that I am freely choosing to attend the Georgia REALTORS® in-person event during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While Georgia REALTORS® will do its best to provide the safest environment possible for the event, I understand that I have assumed the risk and responsibility of potentially contracting COVID-19 and release Georgia REALTORS® from any liability as it relates to contracting COVID-19.
I acknowledge that if I have been diagnosed with COVID-19, come in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or am experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19 (including but not limited to fever, shortness of breath, runny nose, dry cough, sore throat, loss of smell and/or taste) within the 2 weeks leading up to the start of the event, I will immediately notify Georgia REALTORS® staff in writing at events@garealtor.com to modify my registration.
Statement of Appropriate Event Conduct
The Georgia REALTORS® (GAR) strives to provide an event experience that is positive and rewarding for everyone. By attending a GAR event, you agree to abide by this Statement of Appropriate Event Conduct. All attendees (including without limitation GAR members, guests, exhibitors, and vendors) are expected to conduct themselves professionally and with good judgment and common sense. That means at all times being respectful of others and of the venues in which events are held, including virtual meetings platforms, broadcast platform chats and virtual networking chat rooms associated with the Georgia REALTORS® event.
GAR aims to provide a safe event experience for all attendees and does not tolerate inappropriate behavior or harassment in any form. Inappropriate behavior includes harassing or defamatory verbal or written comments, displays of illicit images or use of illicit language, threats, intimidation and unwanted physical contact.
If, at any time, you feel threatened or harassed, you are encouraged to report the incident directly to police via 911. You may also contact events@garealtor.com. Please include the date, time, location and a description of the incident being reported. Attendees who violate this Statement of Appropriate Event Conduct may be removed from the meetings. In addition, the attendee may be subject to discipline as outlined in the GAR Bylaws Article XIII Harassment – Section 1.
We value your attendance and thank you for your cooperation to ensure a safe experience for all.
2023 Inaugural Conference
Hotel & Location Information
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center – Historic Iron Works
801 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 31901
Free Parking
Buses will run between the hotels listed below and the Convention & Trade Center the night of the Gala.
About the Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center
The Columbus Ironworks was built in 1853. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1969. Situated on the banks of the Chattahoochee River, the Trade Center is a local landmark of the downtown area and is located conveniently to first-class sleeping accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
HOST HOTEL
Columbus Marriott
800 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 31901 (across the street from the Convention & Trade Center)
GAR Rate: $139 + 16% tax + $5 fee = $166.24 – Free Parking, breakfast buffet included
Reservation Method: Once you register you will receive an email with information on how to reserve a room.
ALTERNATIVE HOTELS
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place
21 14th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 (1 mile from the Convention & Trade Center)
GAR Rate: $170 + 16% + $5 = $202.20 – Valet Parking $12 (subject to change), Self-Parking Limited, $12 – $15 breakfast
Reservation Method: Once you register you will receive an email with information on how to reserve a room.
AC Hotel by Marriot Columbus
1225 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901 (0.7 mile from the Convention & Trade Center)
GAR Rate: $155 + 16% tax + $5 fee = $184.80 – Self Parking $10, Valet Parking $14, $10 breakfast buffet
Reservation Method: Once you register you will receive an email with information on how to reserve a room.
About Uptown Columbus
Uptown Columbus, located along the Chattahoochee River, is the home of Columbus’ entertainment district. specialty shopping, pubs, art, and much more. Live, work and play in Uptown Columbus!
Click here to download a copy of the Schedule of Events.