27 Oct 2026 Ombudsman Training (Virtual) 2026 Ombudsman Training (Virtual) Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM) N/A Education Credits Engage, Grow, Legal, Ombudsman Details You're Registered! DescriptionLocationInstructorsCancellation Policy Get ready for an engaging, virtual training experience tailored exclusively for NC REALTORS® members! Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for this free, half-day online session led by expert instructor Stephanie Walker. This course introduces the vital role of an Ombudsman—an effective resource for resolving concerns quickly and professionally. Through this interactive program, you’ll strengthen your communication skills and learn practical techniques for addressing and resolving disputes—often with a simple phone call. Designed to meet NAR requirements, this training equips you with proven strategies to manage issues early and help prevent them from escalating into formal ethics complaints. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills, support your clients, and navigate challenges with confidence. NC REALTORS® is also actively seeking members interested in serving as Ombudsmen at the state level. The need for trained Ombudsmen is especially critical, and this training is an excellent first step toward developing valuable communication and conflict resolution skills that can benefit you, not only in the real estate industry, but also in your everyday life, at home, and within your community. Stephanie Walker - 1739 Stephanie Walker has been in the real estate business for more than 3 decades Her experiences give her plenty of real life stories to supplement her courses with actual scenarios that bring relevance, substance, and humor to attendees. Attendees remark that sessions with Stephanie are enjoyable, informative, interactive and full of real world examples that are relevant to the issues they face on a daily basis. She has found a way to make Ethics fun! Stephanie holds a number of NAR Designations and is trained in both REALTOR® and Superior Court Mediation. She is a past President of both the Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® and the North Carolina Association of REALTORS®. Stephanie was honored as the 2016 NC REALTORS® REALTOR of the Year. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please cancel your Ombudsman Training registration by October 25, 2026. Early cancellations allow us to accommodate additional members interested in participating in this valuable training opportunity.