Nate Johnson Returns to GAAR to Close Out the 2026 Speaker Series

GAAR is closing out the 2026 Speaker Series on December 3rd with a familiar face. Nationally recognized instructor Nate Johnson returns to GAAR for two courses focused on building stronger businesses and better serving today’s real estate consumers. Nate helped kick off GAAR’s 2026 free education lineup in January with At the Corner of Smart Growth and Sustainability. The course drew a strong turnout and explored how REALTORS® can play a role in thoughtful development and stronger communities. Now, Nate returns to bookend a year of free education at GAAR with two new opportunities to focus on your business, your clients, and what comes next.

Taking Care of Business
3 CE  Elective
Thursday, December 3rd | 9:00 am - Noon
No Cost  for Members^ | $30 for Non-Members
Breakfast will be provided.

Start the day by taking a closer look at the business you have today and the business you want to build.

In Taking Care of Business, Nate will help participants evaluate their current business and develop a practical plan for growth. The course moves beyond simply setting goals by helping you identify measurable objectives and the strategies needed to reach them. Participants will explore lead-generation strategies, changing consumer expectations, and effective client communication while developing a plan to strengthen relationships and create more opportunities for referrals.

Whether you are looking to fine-tune an established business or give your current strategy a reset, this session is designed to help turn ideas into action.

Into the Groove
3 CE  Elective
Thursday, December 3rd | 1:00 - 4:00 pm
No Cost  for Members^ | $30 for Non-Members
Lunch will be provided.

The market keeps changing, and so do the expectations of buyers and sellers.

In Into the Groove, Nate takes a closer look at what today’s consumers want from their real estate professional and how brokers can adapt their approach accordingly. Participants will explore current market trends, identify the qualities and services consumers value when selecting a broker, and develop strategies for building stronger client relationships.

The course also focuses on turning great service into future business through referrals and creating an actionable plan for continued professional growth.

End 2026 With a Plan for What Comes Next

From smart growth in January to business growth in December, Nate Johnson is helping GAAR bookend a full year of education with conversations that look toward the future.

Join us December 3rd for one session or make a day of it with both. As part of GAAR’s commitment to delivering meaningful professional development and member value, both courses are offered at no cost to GAAR members.

Close out the 2026 Speaker Series with new ideas, practical strategies, and a clearer plan for taking your business into 2027.

^Registration Notice: This course is offered at no initial cost as a GAAR member benefit. Due to high demand and limited seating, advance registration is required. If you are unable to attend, written cancellation notice must be submitted by replying to your class reminder email or by sending an email to education@gaar.com at least 24 hours prior to the start of class. Registrants who fail to provide proper notice and do not attend will be assessed a $15.00 No-Show Fee, which will be posted to the member’s GAAR account in accordance with GAAR policy.

About Nate Johnson

Nate K. Johnson is a nationally recognized real estate speaker, instructor, and industry leader with extensive experience in residential real estate, professional development, sustainability, and public policy. He serves as President of Real Estate Solutions Group at Redkey Realty Leaders, where he leads a top-performing residential team and supports broker development.

An NAR-certified instructor, Nate teaches courses on smart growth, commercial real estate, buyer representation, business development, and other topics shaping today’s real estate industry. He is a past President of both the St. Louis REALTORS® and Missouri REALTORS® and has served in national leadership roles focused on sustainability and public policy.

Known for connecting industry trends with practical, real-world strategies, Nate is passionate about helping real estate professionals grow their businesses, strengthen client relationships, and make a positive impact in the communities they serve.