Global Connect Lunch & Learn | Italian Edition
Date: May 14, 2026
Time: 11:30pm -1:30pm
Location: La Torretta Ristorante, 14144 N. 100th Street, Scottsdale, AZ
Cost: $38.00 per person
*Price includes salad, entree, dessert, soft drink, tax and gratuity
Salad choices:
· Organic salad
· Caesar salad
Entree choices:
· Tortellini
· Squash ravioli
· Spaghetti marinara & meatballs
· Beef ravioli
· Chicken Marsala with veggies
SUBMIT MENU SELECTIONS HERE: https://saar.formstack.com/forms/global_lunch_learn
Discover new opportunities in Arizona’s increasingly global market.
As the state continues to attract a diverse and international clientele, real estate professionals have a unique opportunity to expand their reach and better serve clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
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Are you interested in building your skills as a cultural specialist?
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Do you speak a second language or work with international clients?
If so, we invite you to join us for a special Lunch & Learn focused on doing business with clients connected to Italian culture. Gain valuable insights from members of our Global Connect Council, who will share their experiences and strategies for success in this dynamic market.
Enjoy lunch, expand your network, and learn how to better serve buyers, sellers, investors, and clients.
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Disclaimer
No refunds will be given for event registration, unless a 48-hour cancellation notice is provided to Scottsdale REALTORS®. Please notify us 7 days in advance if you have any disability that requires special services or access. Marketing Partners will be provided with a roster of attendees including email addresses. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651. By registering for this event, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the event on social media and/or the Scottsdale REALTORS® website.
Speakers:
Neil Calfee, Executive Director of Economic Development + Innovation Zones | ASU
Kimberly Hanes, Associate Director of Economic Development + Innovation Zones | ASU
Grace O’Sullivan, Vice President of Corporate Engagement & Strategic Partnerships | ASU
Topic: Innovation Zones | Collaborating with the Largest Research University in the Nation
Cost: Free to Members | $10 Non-Members
8:30 a.m. – Networking
9 a.m. – Program Begins
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Innovation Zones | Collaborating with the Largest Research University in the Nation
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Learn about Innovation Zones and how they support economic development.
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Find out where these zones are located in Arizona.
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Hear how these zones are elevating collaborations and opportunities with Arizona’s largest industries.
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Click here and ask to join our Facebook Commercial real estate group.
TOUT SUBMISSIONS: Send to Commercial@Scottsdalerealtors.org
TOUTS: Showcase your available commercial property listings! To submit your property, please email Commercial@ScottsdaleREALTORS.org by 5PM the Monday prior to the event and attach a .PDF or .JPEG copy of your property flyer. Maximum 3-Touts. You MUST be present to tout the property. Please feel free to bring flyers and any other marketing materials you would like to distribute.
Disclaimer: No refunds will be given for event registration, unless a 48-hour cancellation notice is provided to Scottsdale REALTORS®. Please notify us 7 days in advance if you have any disability that requires special services or access. Marketing Partners will be provided with a roster of attendees including email addresses. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651. By registering for this event, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the event on social media and/or the Scottsdale REALTORS® website.
MARKETING PARTNERS
Helena Donohoe | 480.818.8274 | email
Marty Lenich | 480.471.6781 | email
Christina Heide | 602.653.0368 | email
Get your brand in front of the right audience
Become a Commercial Forum Marketing Partner | Questions? Email Suzanne Brown.
Instructor: ARMLS
CE: n/a
Cost: Free for Members | $20 Non-Members
Discover how to simplify your showing process in this hands-on class featuring Aligned Showings. Learn how to leverage its intuitive scheduling tools, real-time messaging, and built-in collaboration features to improve communication and efficiency. Walk away ready to streamline showings, reduce back-and-forth, and deliver a smoother experience for your clients.
If registration is closed, please contact the Education Department directly at 480-945-2651
When applicable, Marketing Partners will be provided with a roster of attendees including e-mail address. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651.
By registering for this class, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the event on social media and/or the SAAR website for marketing purposes.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
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Zoom platform will be utilized for the course delivery If you don’t have a Zoom account, we suggest you sign up for the free version at One platform to connect | Zoom .
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Students are responsible for the performance of their own technology including audio volume, video clarity, and reliable internet connection.
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Students must check in for class 15 minutes prior to the start time. Checking in for class after the start time may result in refusal of attendance.
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Students must be visible on camera AT ALL TIMES to receive class credit. Students may not “step away” from the camera for any reason or darken their screen. If an emergency arises, please use the “Chat” feature to privately notify the instructor or monitor of your situation.
“CE provided by Raise the Bar School, R-2020, 8600 E. Anderson Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85741. 480-945-2651”
CE: 3 hours General
Cost: $29
Location: Virtual
Let’s discuss the purpose of a negotiation. We’ll cover what is required from the client and the agent for a successful outcome. This course will explore personal negotiating styles and how to recognize that of your counterpart. Finally, we will uncover an array of tools, tips, and techniques to help master the art of a negotiation for the real estate transaction.
CE: 2 hours General
Cost: $19
Location: Virtual
Gain the confidence to explain macro-economic factors at a local level. This course will interpret national economic data and how it affects your local real estate on a residential and commercial level. We will help you to understand regional and state trends, as well as discover ways that you can better explain things to clients like new construction vs existing home sales statistics.
CE: 2 hours General
Cost: $19
Location: Virtual
This comprehensive 2-hour course is designed to provide real estate professionals with an in-depth understanding of the Fortified Home Program. As the demand for resilient and durable homes increases, especially in areas prone to natural disasters and severe weather, this course equips agents with the knowledge to confidently inform and advise homeowners about the benefits and processes associated with the Fortified Home certification.
CE: 2 hours General
Cost: $19
Location: Virtual
This course is an overview of REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR), the nation’s largest property database, exclusively for REALTORS®. This introductory course will demonstrate the basics of RPR, from creating your account to navigating the database. We will outline various features of RPR that can be used to better serve your clients and differentiate yourself from the competition.
CE: 3 hours Fair Housing
Cost: $29
Location: Virtual
This course aims to focus on the importance and history of the Federal Fair Housing Act and its application in today’s real estate environment. We will discuss how the Department of Housing and Urban Development enforces the Federal Fair Housing Act as well as review the most common discriminatory practices like service and assistive animals and how to best handle a reasonable accommodation request. We will also examine examples of Federal Fair Housing complaints and discuss Federal Fair Housing initiatives and resources.
Instructor: ARMLS
CE: n/a
Cost: Free for Members | $20 Non-Members
Your guide to everything search related in Flexmls, including templates and mapping.
If registration is closed, please contact the Education Department directly at 480-945-2651
When applicable, Marketing Partners will be provided with a roster of attendees including e-mail address. You may opt out of having your information shared by contacting the Association at 480-945-2651.
By registering for this class, you understand pictures and/or video may be taken of you and may be posted in relation to the event on social media and/or the SAAR website for marketing purposes.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
-
Zoom platform will be utilized for the course delivery If you don’t have a Zoom account, we suggest you sign up for the free version at One platform to connect | Zoom .
-
Students are responsible for the performance of their own technology including audio volume, video clarity, and reliable internet connection.
-
Students must check in for class 15 minutes prior to the start time. Checking in for class after the start time may result in refusal of attendance.
-
Students must be visible on camera AT ALL TIMES to receive class credit. Students may not “step away” from the camera for any reason or darken their screen. If an emergency arises, please use the “Chat” feature to privately notify the instructor or monitor of your situation.
“CE provided by Raise the Bar School, R-2020, 8600 E. Anderson Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85741. 480-945-2651”



