Ashley and Christian Harris
This article was last updated July 15, 2025.
For us, real estate conferences have been more than just professional events; they’ve been a place to connect, grow, and even find love — literally. We’re an “Inman Ambassador love story,” as Brad Inman calls us!
Christian and I met as Inman Ambassadors online during the height of the pandemic through Inman Connect Now and Clubhouse. Then, in 2022, we finally met in person at Inman Connect New York — and the rest is history!
The power of real estate conferences
Conferences like Inman Connect bring together the best minds in real estate, creating a melting pot of ideas, strategies and relationships that can elevate your career. From masterminds to breakout sessions, these events allow agents to share insights, form powerful collaborations and stay ahead of industry trends.
Whether it’s a niche mastermind or a large-scale event, every conference holds the potential to create lasting connections and new business opportunities.
Building relationships that matter
Real estate can be a lonely business if you try to do it alone. But conferences introduce you to your tribe — the people who understand the highs and lows of this industry. We’ve seen lifelong friendships, referral partnerships, and even business collaborations form at these events. The face-to-face connections made at places like Inman Connect create a support system that extends far beyond the event itself.
Learning from the best
The best agents know that learning never stops. Whether it’s discovering how to implement AI-powered tools like RealScout, Highnote and Cloze, hearing from industry veterans, or diving into cutting-edge marketing strategies, conferences offer education you simply can’t get elsewhere.
The Inman effect
We can’t talk about conferences without shining a light on Inman. As the hosts of two flagship annual conferences — Inman Connect New York and Inman Connect Las Vegas (moving to San Diego this month) — plus several smaller “On Tour” events throughout the year, Inman is at the forefront of real estate education and networking.
The reach of these events is unmatched, bringing together top producers, industry leaders, and innovative startups. For us, Inman Connect was more than just a conference; it was where our love story began, and it continues to be a space where we connect, learn and grow.
Who will we see in San Diego?
If you’ve never attended an Inman event, now is the time! Inman Connect San Diego is happening this month, and we can’t wait to see who will be joining us. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, new referral partners or simply a place to reignite your passion for real estate, this is the place to be.
Christian and Ashley Harris are broker associates and team leaders in Florida a Seattle with Real Broker. Connect with them on Instagram or Facebook.
