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Sunday, October 19, 2025 - 9:45 am - 10:45 pm

 

8H The Revenue Edge: Optimizing Real Estate & Senior Placement Opportunities

  • Recognize the financial potential in real estate transactions & senior living placement services & understand how they can seamlessly integrate into your current move management business
  • Address common barriers, ethical concerns & misconceptions by exploring the realities of incorporating real estate & placement services into your business model
  • Develop an entrepreneurial mindset to shift from a service-only approach to a strategic, profit-driven business strategy that enhances client outcomes
  • Explore strategic options for expanding your service offerings, including direct licensing, partnerships, and advocacy, to determine the most effective path for your business
  • Learn how a comprehensive, full-service approach—including real estate and placement guidance—enhances the client experience, reduces stress, and strengthens brand loyalty
  • Gain practical tools to implement revenue-generating strategies such as pricing models, marketing tactics, and operational workflows
  • Hear real-life success stories from professionals who have expanded into real estate and placement services, and apply their best practices to your business
  • Discover how to build a sustainable and scalable business model that positions your company for long-term growth and increased valuation as a sellable asset

Presenter: Katherine Ambrose, Senior Home Coach, Wichita, KS

 

16H Employee Training That Works: Just Enough, Just in Time

  • Hear how to deliver training that boosts confidence, safety, & performance without overload
  • Identify & fix common training gaps that slow down productivity & morale
  • Discover how to adapt training for today’s workforce—whether full-time, gig, or hybrid—without wasting time or resources
  • Hear about simple, scalable, & budget-friendly tools that make training stick
  • Find out how to use real-time feedback, h&s-on learning, & micro-learning to turn knowledge into action—fast
  • Discover how to track what’s working with clear success metrics—& without guesswork!
  • Find out how to keep training fresh, effective, & aligned with evolving business needs

Presenter: Anna Novak, Home Transition Pros, Falls Church, VA

 

24H Less Guess, Greater Success: Accurate Estimating for More Profitable Moves

  • Learn to estimate with confidence by gathering the right details, factoring in all services, & pricing transparently to reflect your expertise
  • Hear how to charge what you’re worth – Stop underbidding! Set competitive, fair prices that sustain your business & educate clients on the value you provide
  • Find out how to protect your time & profits by requiring deposits, excluding mover/vendor costs & locking in signed contracts before starting any job
  • Discover how to handle scope changes like a pro by using change orders to document & charge for additional work—no more unpaid surprises
  • Understand how communicating clearly earns trust – Set client expectations upfront, ensure they understand the estimate & build strong, lasting relationships

Presenters: Margaret Zamora & Haley Zamora, Next Phase Move Assistance, San Diego, CA

 

32H When Disaster Strikes! A True Story of Crisis Readiness & Business Resilience

  • Identify your biggest vulnerabilities & create a rock-solid emergency plan
  • Hear how to make smart, fast decisions under pressure by prioritizing staff safety, client care, & mental well-being without hesitation
  • Understand how to navigate insurance claims, FEMA, & SBA relief like a pro
  • Discover how to get real about the financial hits—who gets paid, what can wait, & how to rebuild
  • Hear how to pivot, adapt, & keep moving forward by rethinking staffing, schedules, & services to match the new post-crisis reality
  • Learn how to use industry connections & community support to keep your business standing
  • Discover the power of generosity—& why giving back can actually fuel your recovery
  • Walk away with a battle-tested game plan for future-proofing your business

Presenter: Tanya Fletcher, Sterling Transitions, Asheville, NC

 

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