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For years, the number one barrier that our clients have been facing across the country has been affordability. Lenders and agents that are experts in affordability offer unique value to their clients. That is why AREAA is excited to share that we will be holding our Housing Affordability Symposium in Ontario, California, on September 7th.

This event will be a one stop shop to hear from Congressional Representatives, leading developers, industry innovators, and prominent real estate professionals. Becoming an expert in affordable housing is not just a way to enhance your business, it is also an opportunity to find more ways to serve the underserved in your community. 

The entire Symposium will take place at the gorgeous and modern Ontario Convention Center. Registration is only $29. Don’t miss this chance to become the best in affordability!

 

AGENDA

7:30am-8:30am
Breakfast/Networking

PART I
8:30AM-10:00AM


Welcome Address and Remarks
Speakers:

Norma Torres, US Congresswoman
Paul Leon, Mayor of Ontario
Jaya Dey, Freddie Mac Economist


Our attendees are welcomed by two prominent public officials. Next, the event kicks off with a State of the Market update from nationally recognized Freddie Mac economist Jaya Dey. 

Wells Fargo Addresses the Audience
Event sponsors Wells Fargo discuss their initiatives and impact with regards to housing affordability.

Supply Across the Nation

Speakers:
Mark Dowling, CEO of Inland Valleys Association of Realtors
Fan-yu Kuo, Economist at National Association of Homebuilders

High profile representatives of real estate professionals and builders comment on national efforts to increase supply and allow their members to do business.

10:00AM-10:15AM
Break

Enjoy snacks and refreshments as well as an opportunity to get to know your fellow attendees.


PART II
10:15am-11:15am

Solutions to Addressing the Affordability Crisis

Speakers:

Jesse Ibarra, NPHS Chief Business Officer
Vamsi Kumar Kotla, ReMo Homes, Co-Founder
Bob Martin, Lewis Group, VP Managing Director of Land Acquisition 
Jennifer Hiramoto, Economic Development Director, City of Ontario

The Ontario Economic Development Team sits with a panel featuring NPHS, the Lewis Group, and alternative housing developers. Attendees will learn about different homeownership solutions to present to their clients, and how creating multiple pathways to homeownership can create affordability.

PART III
11:15AM – 12:45PM

Freddie Mac Sponsor Remarks

Keynote Session

Speakers:
Frederick Griefer, HUD Director, Santa Ana Homeownership Center
US Congresswoman Judy Chu

Accessible and Equitable Made Digestible

Speakers:
AAPI Data
Terner Center
Freddie Mac

Final session discussing the need for greater accessibility in the housing market, and the imperative to make efforts equitable for AANHPIs. 

12:45pm-1:30pm
Closing Lunch

2023 AREAA National President Kurt Nishimura gives closing remarks, thanks attendees, and a delicious lunch is served.