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Convention 2010: Rolling with Change
 

Convention Registration Fees
After September 1

+ REALTOR® Member - $95
+ RLI Member - $95
+ 1st Time Attendee - $70
+ One day registration - $80
+ Iowa Realty/Prudential - $65
+ Board staff - $50
+ Licensee non-REALTOR® - $145

 

 

Come and enjoy the beautiful city of Dubuque and its breathtaking views of the Mississippi River Valley.

 

 

Play the video to the right to watch the welcome from the "Little old REALTOR® from Dubuque"...

September 21-24, 2010
Grand River Center, Dubuque

Numerous Continuing Education Opportunities - more...
Learn new business strategies relevant to today's market conditions

Expanded Trade Show - more...
More than 30 vendors showcasing products and services

Earn Trade Show Bucks to Spend at Convention - more...
Refer a 1st time attendee and earn Trade Show Bucks

Networking - see below
Meet new REALTORS® and grow your contact base for referrals

State Committees and Work Groups - more...
Get involved at the state level and make a difference in your industry

REALTOR® Foundation Auction - more...
Help raise money that benefits the Children and Families of Iowa

Events - click here for further details
Elegant dinners, great nightlife, and other events just for fun!

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Plan your Convention

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Why I attend convention...
Take a look at these short videos to see why some of your fellow REALTORS® attend the convention.
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Convention Class

Earn the credit you need for renewal
With 16+ hours of continuing education credit, you can easily obtain the necessary hours to renew your license - and at only $85 for the full registration, that's an unbeatable value!

View class schedule...

 

Find new ideas for your business
Our expanded Trade Show now features 30+ vendors, allowing you to find the latest real estate products and services, technology, and closing gift vendors.

View the Trade Show vendor list...

 

Earn Trade Show Bucks
You can earn $25 in Trade Show Bucks for each first time attendee you refer to the State Convention - Bucks you can spend just like cash on products and services in the Trade Show.

Learn more about Trade Show Bucks...

 

Get involved and expand your contact base
Don't underestimate the value of making new business contacts from around Iowa! Your attendance at events like Convention 2009 and your involvement in IAR committees, work-groups, and task-forces can bring you valuable referral opportunities!

Learn more about involvement in the IAR....

 
More Convention 2010 Highlights

Join us September 21-24 in Dubuque for the 2010 Iowa Association of REALTORS® Convention.

Convention activities and events include:

  • Best Shot Golf Tournament
    The Dubuque Board of REALTORS® is hosting a best shot golf tournament on Tuesday, September 21.
  • Tailgate Party
    The Dubuque Telegraph Herald is hosting a New and Improved Tailgate Party on Tuesday Night. Food, fun and great venue at the Mississippi River Museum.
  • Annual Meeting Luncheon and Inaugural
    We are honored to have Ron Phipps, the President-Elect of the National Association of REALTORS® as the featured speaker for the Annual Meeting Luncheon and Inaugural.
  • Motivational Breakfast
    8:00am September 23 - legendary wrestler/coach Dan Gable is the featured speaker!
  • Numerous Continuing Education Opportunities
    Learn new business strategies relevant to today's market conditions
    Over 14 hours of CE classes.
  • Networking
    Re-connect with colleagues and friends. Meet new REALTORS® and grow your contact base for referrals.
  • CRS Fun Night
    Join us for a night of fun and entertainment! Wednesday, September 22nd - Dueling Pianos and Alley Cats VIP Bowling.
  • State Committees and Work Groups
    Get involved at the state level and make a difference in your industry
  • REALTOR® Foundation Auction
    Attend the REALTOR Foundation Charity Auction on Wed. Sept. 22.  Come bid on awesome items like Colorado vacation packages, $500 Hotel Package in Des Moines, specialty wines, and more!  The money raised goes to Children & Families of Iowa.

View the complete schedule in the Detailed Event Schedule or Convention Information Packet

And, get out to see Dubuque:

 
Convention Registration Information

 

For your convenience, we offer the following registration options:

Iowa Association of REALTORS®
Attn: Stephanie Anderson
1370 NW 114th St Suite 100
Clive, IA 50325
(515) 309-9335

  • At the DOOR: Please register on-site at the Grand River Center in Dubuque

View Convention Information/Registration Packet
View Detailed Schedule

 
Lodging & Hotel Options

Grand Harbor Resort (connected to Grand River Center)*
500 Bell St
Dubuque, IA

*Discounted rate deadline has passed. Please contact Hotel for room rates.

***SOLD OUT***

To make a reservation:

ONLINE: http://www.grandharborresort.com
PHONE: (866) 690-4006

   

Hotel Julien Dubuque*
200 Main Street
Dubuque, IA

*Discounted rate deadline has passed. Please contact Hotel for room rates.

  • Luxurious historic hotel in the Old Main District. It is located across the bridge from the Grand River Center (less than 1 mile).

To make a reservation:

ONLINE: http://www.hoteljuliendubuque.com
PHONE: (800) 798-7098

   

Best Western Midway Dubuque*
3100 Dodge Street, Highway 20 W
Dubuque, IA

*Discounted rate deadline has passed. Please contact Hotel for room rates.

  • Includes hot breakfast, near Kennedy Mall
  • 4 miles to Grand River Center
  • Free shuttle service to the convention center

To make a reservation:

ONLINE: http://www.bestwestern.com/MidwayHotelDubuque
PHONE: (563) 557-8000

   

 
A special thanks to our main Convention Sponsors...
A special thanks to Iowa Realty and Prudential First Realty for their sponsorship of Convention 2010.
   
The first 100 Iowa Realty and Prudential First Realty Agents to register receive a special discounted rate of $55.
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Exhibitor, Sponsorship, and Advertising Information

Exhibit space is available for this event. Sponsorship opportunities are still available to help you connect with the estimated 600 Iowa REALTORS® in attendance at Convention 2010.

Please contact Heather Gray at 515-309-9344 if you are interested in a booth..

 
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