Coldwell Banker REALTORS®, brokers, managers and administrative professionals from across Canada will come together October 6 – 8, for CBeyond Experience 2026, a national gathering focused on learning, innovation, collaboration and the exchange of ideas shaping the future of Canadian real estate.
Hosted in Halifax, Nova Scotia, CBeyond Experience brings together professionals from across the Coldwell Banker network under the theme ‘ Where Real Estate Vision Meets Innovation. ‘ The event is designed to create an environment where industry professionals can learn directly from their peers, share proven strategies and build relationships across markets and provinces.
Rather than simply presenting industry trends from the stage, CBeyond Experience puts a strong emphasis on peer-to-peer learning, with a diverse lineup of real estate professionals sharing their experiences, systems, strategies and lessons learned from the front lines of the business.
A Lineup Built Around Real-World Experience
The breakout sessions cover a wide range of topics, from referrals, negotiation and team building to technology, organization, client relationships, leadership and building a sustainable real estate career.
Aron Goeken, of Sharp Gifts, will present No Ad Spend, No Established Network, 92 Referrals in Four Weeks, sharing the practices that helped make referrals his primary client acquisition channel and exploring how relationships can become the engine of a real estate business.
Rebecca Plouffe, Real Estate Broker with The Mink Group at Coldwell Banker Community Professionals and Co-Founder of The Separation Network, will present The Separation Network. A Canadian Certified Divorce Specialist, Plouffe will explore the unique challenges that arise when real estate and separation intersect, including buyouts, financing, inspections and separation agreements.
Vince Fracassi, leader of one of Coldwell Banker’s top-producing teams in the Hamilton-Burlington market, will deliver Building a Team and Carving Out Your Niche. His session will explore recruiting, leadership, systems, client experience and creating a distinctive position in the luxury market.
Drew Johnson, Broker of Record with Coldwell Banker Power Realty in London, Ontario, will tackle one of today’s most important client conversations with Buyers Aren’t Liars, Building Trust in an Uncertain Market. Drawing on more than 35 years of real estate experience, Johnson will share strategies for communicating with buyers, setting realistic expectations and guiding clients through financing, offers, negotiation and closing.
Brin Werrett, Broker at Coldwell Banker Local Realty in Regina and a Saskatchewan Realtors Association Board Director, will take a candid approach to professional growth with “F Up! Why Failure Doesn’t Need to Be a Bad Word.”* His session offers practical lessons on embracing mistakes and using them as opportunities to move forward.
Virginia Munden, Co-Founder of BUZZ BUZZ Media Inc. and The BUZZ Conference, will present The Greatest Shift Since the Industrial Revolution. With more than 30+ years of real estate experience, Munden will examine the forces transforming the industry, including economic uncertainty, technology, demographics, changing lifestyles and the evolution of how people live and work, and explore what these shifts could mean for the future of real estate.
Bill Hubbard, who brings 37 years of real estate experience and operates 12 real estate offices with approximately 170 REALTORS®, will focus on one of the industry’s most essential skills with Negotiation Strategies. His session explores human behaviour, negotiation techniques and practical approaches REALTORS® can use to advocate more effectively for buyers and sellers.
Nick Kyte, known for his systems-driven, client-first approach and 93% referral rate, will present Get Organized: Systemize Your Business. His session will focus on identifying operational gaps, developing customized workflows and using intentional systems to create consistency and elevate the client experience.
Hashim Arthur, Chief Operating Officer of Coldwell Banker Canada, will introduce attendees to new technology designed to support efficiency, productivity, marketing and lead generation in Leveraging Technology for Efficiency and Productivity: Introducing Social Bay. Arthur brings nearly two decades of experience spanning operations, technology and real estate services.
Tanya and Tim Jackson will team up for Land It! The T&T Guide to Winning Listings. Tanya brings more than 17 years of real estate experience in Prince Edward Island, along with leadership and mentorship experience, while Tim is a Top 4% Coldwell Banker Agent Worldwide with more than 200 RealSatisfied client testimonials and experience across residential, commercial, new construction and development.
Rounding out the current breakout lineup is Owen Crampsie, Broker/Owner with more than 31 years in the industry, who will present Avoiding Burnout, Creating a Long-Term Sustainable Business. His session examines what it takes to build a successful career that remains sustainable over time while balancing business, family and the inevitable changes in the marketplace.
Learning From the People Doing the Work
The breadth of the breakout program reflects the changing realities of today’s real estate profession.
From building referral businesses without relying on advertising to creating systems that improve client service; from navigating complex personal circumstances such as separation and divorce to negotiating effectively; and from embracing technology to building a sustainable career, CBeyond Experience brings together professionals with different experiences and perspectives.
The common thread is practical knowledge that can be taken back to the office and applied.
As CBeyond Experience describes it, the event is built around a generous and collaborative network where colleagues openly share their playbooks, ideas, and proven strategies for success.
The Conference of the Future
The two-day experience begins October 6 with registration and a welcome reception featuring cocktails and appetizers.
October 7 features a full day of learning and networking, followed by a sunset Halifax Harbour cruise aboard the historic Silva Tall Ship and an evening social.
October 8 continues with additional programming and keynote content before concluding with an East Coast kitchen party and celebratory lobster parade, with chicken and vegetarian options available.
The experience combines professional development with the opportunity to build relationships outside the traditional conference environment.
Where Real Estate Vision Meets Innovation
At a time when technology, consumer expectations, demographics and business models are rapidly changing the real estate landscape, CBeyond Experience creates space for professionals to consider not only what is changing, but how they can respond.
Technology may be transforming how real estate professionals market, communicate and operate their businesses, but the conference’s peer-led program also reinforces the continuing importance of relationships, trust, communication, negotiation, organization and exceptional client service.
That combination, innovation and human experience, is at the heart of CBeyond Experience.
With professionals travelling from across Canada, the event provides an opportunity for the Coldwell Banker community to learn from one another, exchange ideas and strengthen connections across the national network.
About CBeyond Experience
CBeyond Experience is a national Coldwell Banker gathering bringing together REALTORS®, brokers, managers and administrative professionals from across Canada for learning, networking, collaboration and innovation.
Held October 7–8, 2026, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the event is presented as a place where, Real Estate Vision Meets Innovation, with a program built around peer learning, practical business strategies and meaningful connections.
For event information, speakers, programming and registration, visit CBeyond Experience
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