Schedule

Salon 4

Director’s Lounge

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the outstanding wine and experience offerings to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App. If you would like to donate wine to be auctioned, please contact Deb Dubois at [email protected]. The deadline is Tuesday, June 11 for any wine donations.

Director’s Lounge

Santa Ynez Room

Ocean Lawn

Join us on the Ocean Lawn for an evening of catching up with old friends and meeting new ones. Capture the breathtaking beauty of Santa Barbara’s coastline where you will hear the sound of waves crashing in the background and you will soak in the coastal breeze under the starry sky .

Ocean Lawn

Join MORPAC for a post-dinner reception, located on the Ocean Lawn at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara resort property. This fundraising event is open to all conference registrants and is an opportunity to recognize top MORPAC contributors. To RSVP, please email MBA’s Associate Director of Political Affairs Erin Reilly at [email protected] or call 202-557-2751.

Director’s Lounge

Director’s Lounge

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the outstanding wine and experience offerings to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App. If you would like to donate wine to be auctioned, please contact Deb Dubois at [email protected]. The deadline is Tuesday, June 11 for any wine donations.

Bistro Restaurant

Please stop by registration to pick up a breakfast voucher.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by First American.

Ballroom AB

MBA’s 2024 Chairman, Mark Jones, welcomes conference attendees with opening remarks and an update on the association’s initiatives. He is joined by MBA’s President and CEO, Bob Broeksmit, who offers additional insight on the DC landscape and MBA’s recent policy work and Owen Lee with an Update on MORPAC.

Ballroom AB

Guest speaker Jason Dorsey shares unexpected discoveries and practical strategies to lead four generations to excellence. Real estate finance leaders are facing a never-before-seen challenge and opportunity: leading, inspiring, connecting, and unlocking performance with four different generations at the same time. The key for leaders to cross the generational divide is having accurate insights and proven strategies grounded in data. In this inspiring and very entertaining presentation, generational researcher and bestselling author, Jason Dorsey, separates myth from truth to share what is going on with each generation, why, and exactly what leaders can do to inspire results now.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by Bradley.

Ballroom AB

Gain insight on the macro economy and the residential and commercial/multifamily markets. MBA’s Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni and guest speaker Smriti Popenoe discuss the impact of Treasury and Fed activities, bank stability, and market liquidity from the lender and investor perspectives, and the likely impact on rates and the real estate finance market.

Local excursion for attendees and/or their guests. Fee applies.

Ballroom AB

One of the hottest topics on the minds of real estate finance executives today is insurance. Attend this session for data and insight on the current trends. Discuss your top concerns with peers facing the same challenges, including costs, risk management, and investor requirements. Hear the outlook for the future and share ideas for solutions.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by Radian.

Sandpiper Golf Club

Enhance your conference experience and join us for a golf tournament at the breathtaking Sandpiper Golf Course. The championship golf course at Sandpiper has been rated in the top 25 public golf courses in the nation by Golf Digest. Contact David Cherry at [email protected] for more information and fees. Meet buses at 12:30 in the North Parking Lot.

Salon 1

Salon 1

Rotunda Terrace

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, culinary delights and stunning natural beauty at our Sunset Serenade party, where every moment is a testament to Santa Barbara's enchanting charm. Sip on artisanal cocktails inspired by the colors of the sunset, crafted with fresh local ingredients, and indulge in a delectable array of seafood and other California cuisine, featuring coastal flavors and seasonal enjoyments.

Director’s Lounge

Director's Lounge

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the outstanding wine and experience offerings to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App.

Bistro Restaurant

Please stop by registration to pick up a breakfast voucher.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by First American.

Ballroom AB

In this session tailored exclusively for executives, thought leaders share compelling use cases for artificial intelligence (AI) in single-family mortgage finance and commercial/multifamily real estate finance. In today's increasingly competitive and uncertain market, make sure you’re making the most of the latest tools. Learn the possibilities of harnessing the predictive capabilities of AI tools to make more informed decisions about origination opportunities and default risk. Enlist AI’s help to develop marketing materials and increase operational efficiencies. No matter where you sit in the industry, you will walk away with information and inspiration for immediate application. The session opens with an update on the MBA Opens Doors Foundation from foundation chairman Deb Still.

Ballroom AB

Get answers to your questions about the recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement and the new rules for buy-side real estate agents going into effect in July. MBA has been actively engaged on the issue and brings the latest insight on these changes to the customary ways of doing business. Discuss the implications for the larger real estate market, including impacts on referral sources, changes to cooperative commission and seller concessions, emerging business models, dual agency and more. Learn what is changing, what is not, and what it may mean for the market.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by Bradley.

Santa Ynez

Ballroom AB

MBA has reengaged a GSE Reform Task Force to provide thought leadership on the potential for a renewed effort to release the GSEs from conservatorship. MBA’s Chairman and Task Force Chair Mark Jones leads a discussion on the issue including a recap of where we were, where we are, and where we need to go on this issue. The panel will solicit audience feedback on what aspects of conservatorship need further reform, including bright line concerns, politicization of GSE activities, sclerotic decision-making, and reform of the FHFA itself.

Ballroom Terrace

Sponsored by Radian.

Local excursion for attendees and/or their guests. Fee applies.

Sandpiper Golf Club

Enhance your conference experience and join us for an afternoon at the breathtaking Sandpiper Golf Couse. The championship golf course at Sandpiper has been rated in the top 25 public golf courses in the nation by Golf Digest. Contact David Cherry at [email protected] for more information and fees. Meet buses at 12:30 in the North Parking Lot.

Rotunda Terrace

Toast to the magic of the evening and the timeless beauty of Santa Barbara's wine country. Join us for an unforgettable Enchanted Evening, where the spirit of camaraderie, the allure of fine wine, and the splendor of nature come together in perfect harmony. Experience the enchantment of Santa Barbara's wine country at our exclusive Enchanted Evening event overlooking the beautiful pacific ocean on the bluffs, while you sip on glasses of exquisite local wines, handcrafted by passionate winemakers who have perfected their art amid the fertile valleys of Santa Barbara County. Later on you will be able to participate in the “world famous” ODF wine auction, where you can bid on wines from all over the country and the world.

Rotunda Terrace

Extend your evening’s entertainment with fun, friends and fundraising! Join conference attendees for the MBA Opens Doors Foundation Annual Charity Wine Auction, which raises much needed funds for families with critically ill or injured children in need mortgage and rental assistance while their child is in treatment. Bid on one-of-a-kind tasty wines from the world's best wine regions as well as exciting experiences, like the Jonathan Corr Broadway Package, which includes two premier seating tickets to a Broadway show, gift certificate to a NYC restaurant and a night in a swank NYC hotel. Registration is free, but you'll need to sign up here (https://give.mbaopensdoors.org/Wine24) to add your credit card and get your personal paddle to join in the fun. Questions? Reach out to MBA Opens Doors president, Deb Dubois at [email protected]

Santa Ynez Terrace

Santa Ynez