The speaker lineup is unveiled for Inman Luxury Connect at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, July 28 – 29, 2025. Register today before prices rise.
In a market defined by hesitant buyers, shifting policies, and razor-thin margins, maintaining your edge requires more than prestige. It demands insider know-how, tested playbooks, and a network of top-tier peers.
Inman Luxury Connect (July 28 – 29 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront) is the two-day summit where the most accomplished luxury agents, brokers, and executives gather to share actionable strategies, unlock new referral streams, and forge the connections that power record-breaking deals. You’ll walk away with the clarity and confidence to turn volatility into opportunity and position yourself as the definitive expert in today’s high-end market.
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Take a look at the growing speaker roster confirmed for 2025:
- Robert Reffkin | Founder and CEO, Compass: Robert Reffkin grew Compass into America’s No. 1 brokerage with $500 billion+ in sales, and he’ll explain how data-driven leadership, cultural vision and targeted investments fuel resilience through economic swings. Learn more about his approach to marrying tech innovation with human connection for unparalleled client experiences.
- Liz Gehringer | President and CEO, Anywhere Franchise Brands: At the helm of a global network of Coldwell Banker, CENTURY 21, Better Homes & Gardens and ERA franchises, Gehringer drives strategic growth for 60,000+ agents. She’ll share the keys to balancing scale with bespoke service, leveraging franchise-wide resources and championing diversity programs that open new markets.
- Stephanie Anton | President, Corcoran Affiliates: Since launching Corcoran’s affiliate network in 2020, Stephanie Anton has overseen expansion into 60+ markets, fueling one of real estate’s fastest-growing franchise brands. She’ll unpack her formula for vetting, recruiting and empowering affiliates — and how to replicate that success in your own region.
- Rod Watson | Founder and CEO, Distinct Concierge Real Estate: From the NFL to LA luxury, Rod Watson built a referral empire by delivering discreet, white-glove service to pro athletes and high-net-worth clients. He’ll share his negotiation finesse, paparazzi-proof marketing tactics and client-first mindset that turn high-profile contacts into lifelong partnerships.
- A. Bradley Nelson | CMO, Sotheby’s International Realty: As Sotheby’s International Realty’s marketing architect, Nelson oversees global branding, product innovation, and the auction-house partnership that grants clients unmatched market access. He’ll reveal how to deploy luxury-level storytelling and strategic alliances to attract ultra-high-net-worth buyers — and elevate your brand’s prestige.
- Ashley DiPrisco | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s Jackson Hole: Jackson Hole’s digital marketing dynamo, DiPrisco blends award-winning local expertise with multimillion-dollar campaigns and lifestyle storytelling. Learn her secrets for dominating an exclusive market through hypertargeted content, immersive property experiences and a high-touch service model that turns clients into lifelong advocates.
- Erin Krueger | Team Lead, Compass: Transforming Nashville’s luxury landscape, Krueger led her team to over $2 billion in sales and set the city’s record for highest price-per-square-foot. She’ll break down the leadership, branding and negotiation tactics that build powerhouse teams — and how the Luxury Connect audience can replicate that success in your own market.
- Hilary Farnum-Fasth | Owner and Broker, Corcoran Reverie: With 25 years shaping Florida’s Emerald Coast and over $1 billion in annual sales, Farnum-Fasth has defined “The Hamptons of the South.” She’ll discuss crafting aspirational coastal communities, leveraging marquee developments and mentoring teams to deliver architectural beauty and outsized returns for discerning buyers.
- Ivan Sher | Founder and Principal, IS Luxury: Las Vegas luxury maven Ivan Sher has reset every city record — from per-square-foot highs to blockbuster land sales — while building a $2 billion portfolio in three years. Discover his blueprint for scaling boutique brokerages, harnessing off-market strategies, and assembling teams that consistently outpace the competition.
- Jade Mills | Estates Director and International Ambassador, Coldwell Banker Realty: With over $9 billion in career sales and five $100 million-plus transactions, Mills is the consummate global dealmaker. She’ll share how to cultivate international alliances, navigate ultra-high-value negotiations and maintain 24/7 white-glove service that earns the trust of celebrities, C-suite executives and savvy investors.
- Jere Metcalf | Founder and Host, The Jere Metcalf Podcast: A former top-producing agent turned media powerhouse, Jere Metcalf has interviewed 320+ industry icons and luminaries, from Neil Armstrong to Matthew McConaughey. She’ll moderate candid conversations on the Luxury Connect stage that bridge real-world tactics with big-picture trends, giving you the questions and answers you need to lead in today’s fast-paced luxury arena.
- Tomer Fridman | Executive Director, Private Wealth and Luxury Estates, Christie’s SoCal: Tomer Fridman co-leads Christie’s International Real Estate in Southern California and Israel Sotheby’s, closing over $7 billion in career sales. He’ll teach you to craft cross-border partnerships, serve celebrity clientele, and position architecturally significant estates — where art, finance, and lifestyle intersect — for maximum impact.
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Join the elite at Inman Luxury Connect 2025, where high-stakes strategies, global perspectives and lifelong connections come together to define the next era of luxury real estate.
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