JUNE 6 – 8, 2018 | DETROIT, MI
Agenda
The Summit agenda is annually regarded as timely, diverse and insightful. We present content that is positive and forward-looking, but also practical in a real-world sense. In keeping with this year’s Summit theme — At The Center — the agenda will offer educational sessions focused on helping attendees fulfill their important role in the real estate transaction while identifying and capitalizing upon opportunities in a changing business and regulatory environment.
10:00 am – 6:30 pm |
Registration |
12:00 pm – 12:50 pm |
eClosing Technology Demos (5th Floor Meeting Rooms)
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Cartier Ballroom Sessions |
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1:00 – 2:00 pm |
Life After EnforcementYou’ve heard the name Meridian Title, but do you know how this title agent has used recent activity in a positive way to benefit its business? Learn how one title agent responded and how your business can be prepared. Speakers include: |
2:00 – 2:50 pm |
Your Newest RegulatorFederal agencies aren’t the only players in the game when it comes to regulations. Learn who else wants to be a participant. Speaker: |
2:50 – 3:10 pm |
Networking Break |
3:10 – 4:00 pm |
The New York EffectWhat happens in New York doesn’t always stay in New York. Hear from two experts about the state’s regulations on cybersecurity, affiliated arrangements, title fees as well as consent orders and the court case against the New York Department of Financial Services. Learn how these rules and more affect you, even if you don’t live in New York. Speakers include: |
4:00 – 4:45 pm |
Regulation PanelRegulatory oversight on the state level is increasing across the country. Hear from two state regulators and two regulatory experts about how this shift will affect the industry and your business. Speakers include: |
4:45 pm |
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5:00 – 6:30 pm |
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9:00 pm – Midnight |
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*Times and events subject to change |
7:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Registration |
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7:00 – 8:15 am |
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Columbus Ballroom Sessions |
Cartier Ballroom Sessions |
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8:15 – 8:40 am |
Opening Ceremony |
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8:40 – 9:25 am |
Keynote Address:
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9:25 – 9:40 am |
October Research Awards |
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9:40 – 9:50 am |
Make a Child Smile Presentation |
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10:00 – 10:50 am |
Collaboration Drives Urban RevitalizationLand banks are playing a crucial role in urban communities by taking abandoned properties and making them available for purchase once again. The title insurance industry is the cornerstone of these efforts. Learn from the Detroit Land Bank, an agent participating in these transactions and a lender partner about how you can lead similar initiatives in your community. Speakers include: |
Data is Gold: A Miner’s GuideTitle agents are capturing the critical data elements lenders need to meet the new compliance requirements from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Learn how to comply with the UCD data requirements, how to catch errors in mapping which affect the correct display of fees and how to use the data you’ve captured to improve operations. Speakers include: |
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10:50 – 11:20 am |
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11:20 am – 12:15 pm |
Lenders: Perfecting Closings TogetherHear from three national lenders about how everyone involved in closings can address pain points and form a meaningful collaboration. Speakers include: |
Strengthen Your Staff Through DiversityEveryone knows a diverse business is a better business, but many struggle with how to diversify their workplace. The co-chair of Buckley Sandler’s diversity committee will discuss how to overcome challenges, increase diversity and how this will improve your office. Speakers include: |
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12:15 – 1:30 pm |
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1:30 – 2:25 pm |
Effect of Post-PHH Decision on Marketing and Advertising ActivitiesAfter a favorable decision in the PHH case and with a new more reasonable CFPB, there has been a resurgence of interest in marketing agreements, desk rentals, lead generation and co-advertising activities. Settlement service providers however, will still need to comply with RESPA’s safe harbor requirements. This session will discuss the do’s and don’ts for participating in these marketing and advertising activities in a Post-PHH world. Speaker: |
Threats to EscrowListen to two leaders in escrow as they review real life cases and cautionary tales of escrow fraud. They will also discuss non-digital threats and the appropriate standard of caution. Speakers include: |
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2:30 – 3:30 pm |
From Zero to eClosingMany states have recently adopted legislation allowing some form of eNotarizations. Lenders and title insurance professionals are using these and are on their way to rapid adoption of eClosings. Learn more about eNotarizations and the remaining roadblocks to widespread electronic closings. Speakers include: |
Winning Sales StrategiesGet your sales questions answered and learn how to effectively hire, train, supervise and evaluate your sales team. Liberty Title’s Chris Kass will share her success story, while John Haynes helps you learn how to create a sales plan complete with monthly and annual goals. Speakers include: |
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3:30 – 4:00 pm |
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4:00 – 5:00 pm |
Live eClosing featuring remote online notarizationIndustry professionals will kick off the session with a live demonstration of an eClosing featuring a remote online notarization. Then, eClosing partners join the discussion for a deep dive into the process and technology involved, and the session concludes with audience Q&A. Walk away from this session with the knowledge and tools to implement eClosings within your operations. Speakers include: |
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5:15 – 8:45 pm |
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5:30 – 8:30 pm |
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*Times and events subject to change |
8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Registration |
8:00 – 8:45 am |
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Columbus Ballroom Sessions |
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8:45 – 9:00 am |
Opening Ceremony |
9:00 – 10:00 am |
Underwriter Panel: Conversations with the C-SuiteHear from the leaders of some of the top underwriters on the industry’s hottest topics. They will discuss their views on Blockchain and digital mortgage implementation, compliance with state and federal regulations, cybersecurity and more! Speakers include: |
10:00 – 10:50 am |
Cybersecurity: A Plan for the AttackThe industry has been told how to prevent an attack from happening, but what do you do when it happens? Hear real life examples from an attorney, lender and the FTC and how to respond if it happens to you. Speakers include: |
10:50 – 11:10 am |
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11:10 – 12:00 pm |
Blockchain, Bitcoin and YouLearn how Blockchain is being implemented in the real estate sector, from property records to property sales with Bitcoin. Speakers include: |
12:00 pm |
NS3 Concludes |
*Times and events subject to change |
Wednesday, June 6 |
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10:00 am – 6:30 pm |
Registration |
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12:00 – 12:50 pm |
eClosing Technology Demos (5th Floor Meeting Rooms)
|
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Cartier Ballroom Sessions |
|||
1:00 – 2:00 pm |
Life After EnforcementYou’ve heard the name Meridian Title, but do you know how this title agent has used recent activity in a positive way to benefit its business? Learn how one title agent responded and how your business can be prepared. Speakers include: |
||
2:00 – 2:50 pm |
Your Newest RegulatorFederal agencies aren’t the only players in the game when it comes to regulations. Learn who else wants to be a participant. Speaker: |
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2:50 – 3:10 pm |
Networking Break |
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3:10 – 4:00 pm |
The New York EffectWhat happens in New York doesn’t always stay in New York. Hear from two experts about the state’s regulations on cybersecurity, affiliated arrangements, title fees as well as consent orders and the court case against the New York Department of Financial Services. Learn how these rules and more affect you, even if you don’t live in New York. Speakers include: |
||
4:00 – 4:45 pm |
Regulation PanelRegulatory oversight on the state level is increasing across the country. Hear from two state regulators and two regulatory experts about how this shift will affect the industry and your business. Speakers include: |
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4:45 pm |
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5:00 – 6:30 pm |
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9:00 pm – Midnight |
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Thursday, June 7 |
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7:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Registration |
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7:00 – 8:15 am |
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Columbus Ballroom Sessions |
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8:15 – 8:40 am |
Opening Ceremony |
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8:40 – 9:25 am |
Keynote Address:
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9:25 – 9:40 am |
October Research Awards |
||
9:40 – 9:50 am |
Make a Child Smile Presentation |
||
10:00 – 10:50 am |
Collaboration Drives Urban RevitalizationLand banks are playing a crucial role in urban communities by taking abandoned properties and making them available for purchase once again. The title insurance industry is the cornerstone of these efforts. Learn from the Detroit Land Bank, an agent participating in these transactions and a lender partner about how you can lead similar initiatives in your community. Speakers include: |
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10:50 – 11:20 am |
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11:20 am – 12:15 pm |
Lenders: Perfecting Closings TogetherHear from three national lenders about how everyone involved in closings can address pain points and form a meaningful collaboration. Speakers include: |
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12:15 – 1:30 pm |
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1:30 – 2:25 pm |
Effect of Post-PHH Decision on Marketing and Advertising ActivitiesAfter a favorable decision in the PHH case and with a new more reasonable CFPB, there has been a resurgence of interest in marketing agreements, desk rentals, lead generation and co-advertising activities. Settlement service providers however, will still need to comply with RESPA’s safe harbor requirements. This session will discuss the do’s and don’ts for participating in these marketing and advertising activities in a Post-PHH world. Speaker: |
||
2:30 – 3:30 pm |
From Zero to eClosingMany states have recently adopted legislation allowing some form of eNotarizations. Lenders and title insurance professionals are using these and are on their way to rapid adoption of eClosings. Learn more about eNotarizations and the remaining roadblocks to widespread electronic closings. Speakers include: |
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3:30 – 4:00 pm |
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4:00 – 5:00 pm |
Live eClosing featuring remote online notarizationIndustry professionals will kick off the session with a live demonstration of an eClosing featuring a remote online notarization. Then, eClosing partners join the discussion for a deep dive into the process and technology involved, and the session concludes with audience Q&A. Walk away from this session with the knowledge and tools to implement eClosings within your operations. Speakers include: |
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5:15 – 8:45 pm |
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5:30 – 8:30 pm |
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Thursday, June 7 |
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Cartier Ballroom Sessions |
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10:00 – 10:50 am |
Data is Gold: A Miner’s GuideTitle agents are capturing the critical data elements lenders need to meet the new compliance requirements from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Learn how to comply with the UCD data requirements, how to catch errors in mapping which affect the correct display of fees and how to use the data you’ve captured to improve operations. Speakers include: |
||
11:20 am – 12:15 pm |
Strengthen Your Staff Through DiversityEveryone knows a diverse business is a better business, but many struggle with how to diversify their workplace. The co-chair of Buckley Sandler’s diversity committee will discuss how to overcome challenges, increase diversity and how this will improve your office. Speakers include: |
||
1:30 – 2:20 pm |
Threats to EscrowListen to two leaders in escrow as they review real life cases and cautionary tales of escrow fraud. They will also discuss non-digital threats and the appropriate standard of caution. Speakers include: |
||
2:30 – 3:30 pm |
Winning Sales StrategiesGet your sales questions answered and learn how to effectively hire, train, supervise and evaluate your sales team. Liberty Title’s Chris Kass will share her success story, while John Haynes helps you learn how to create a sales plan complete with monthly and annual goals. Speakers include: |
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Friday, June 8 |
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Columbus Ballroom Sessions |
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8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Registration |
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8:00 – 8:45 am |
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8:45 – 9:00 am |
Opening Ceremony |
||
9:00 – 10:00 am |
Underwriter Panel: Conversations with the C-SuiteHear from the leaders of some of the top underwriters on the industry’s hottest topics. They will discuss their views on Blockchain and digital mortgage implementation, compliance with state and federal regulations, cybersecurity and more! Speakers include: |
||
10:00 – 10:50 am |
Cybersecurity: A Plan for the AttackThe industry has been told how to prevent an attack from happening, but what do you do when it happens? Hear real life examples from an attorney, lender and the FTC and how to respond if it happens to you. Speakers include: |
||
10:50 – 11:10 am |
|
||
11:10 – 12:00 pm |
Blockchain, Bitcoin and YouLearn how Blockchain is being implemented in the real estate sector, from property records to property sales with Bitcoin. Speakers include: |
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12:00 pm |
NS3 Concludes |
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*Times and events subject to change |