This year, The Agency’s dynamic annual Forum event took place in Fort Lauderdale, bringing together industry leaders, top agents, and visionary speakers for three days of inspiration and connection. Attendees gathered at the brand-new Omni Fort Lauderdale for an exhilarating experience that set the tone for an extraordinary 2026.

Swinging into Paradise

During registration, guests enjoyed refreshments provided by Luxury Presence and were invited to relax at a special pool party by Interluxe.

Forum 2026 officially kicked off with the 4th Annual Golf Classic at Trump National Doral Golf Club, where agents networked and competed on one of South Florida’s premier championship courses. Players received white-glove transportation of their golf clubs from home to Miami, powered by ShipSticks.

The day transitioned into the enchanting oasis-themed welcome reception sponsored by RLTYco, where guests enjoyed handcrafted cocktails, elegant hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment surrounded by lush greenery—the perfect bohemian-chic setting to launch this year’s event.

Powerhouse Speakers & Game-Changing Ideas

Over the next two days, Forum balanced mind and body. Santiago Arana guided morning breathwork sessions while Pilates workouts helped attendees start each day energized and focused. From there, an exceptional lineup of speakers delivered powerful insights on leadership, market trends, technology, and personal growth.

Chris Voss, a former FBI lead hostage negotiator, brought high-stakes negotiation tactics to the stage. Alvaro Nuñez, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, shared lessons on discovering your “why” and building unstoppable momentum— did we mention he’s completed 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days? Later on, Pastor Robert Madu returned by popular demand with his signature dynamic storytelling and motivational energy.

Mauricio Umansky, Founder and CEO of The Agency, inspired attendees with his vision for the year ahead. Angie Noack and Rachel Lambert from BrainCode Center explored the psychology, decision-making patterns, and motivations of the top 1% and how to connect, engage, and serve them at the highest level. BrainCode Center also offered on-site neuromapping for attendees to level up their brain function into the new year.

Zane Burnett, EVP of Digital Strategy at The Agency, unveiled the company’s new technology innovations for 2026. Matthew Kan, CMO of Luxury Listings, shared cutting-edge strategies for mastering social media’s evolving landscape. Global economist Matthew Gardner broke down the economic trends shaping real estate in 2026. Ricky Carruth, Chief Housing Analyst for RLTYco, delivered “The 2026 Great Reset,” outlining how agents can dominate the market amidst industry shifts.

Additional breakout sessions featured Tyler Mount on building authentic brands and leveraging digital strategy, Tyree Dillingham on connecting with elite athletes and entertainers, and Caroline Pinal, Co-Founder of Giveback Homes, on purpose-driven leadership. Through a partnership with The Agency and Omni Hotels & Resorts, our Forum event donated meals to Say Goodnight to Hunger for each hotel stay completed by attendees.

Throughout the conference, fresh lunches were sponsored by FNF Home Warranty and Closed Escrow; coffee was fueled by Luxury Presence and Aclara Lending, and Happy Hour refreshments were also powered by Aclara.

The end of Day 2 was marked with an exclusive black-tie dinner honoring The Agency’s Chairman Award recipients for 2025, all of whom placed among the top 5% of all our agents worldwide by sales volume. Congrats to all who achieved this incredible distinction!

A Grand Finale

This year’s Forum culminated with a lush, tropical-inspired celebration that brought vibrant nightclub energy to the final evening. Guests donned bold prints and bright colors, enjoying specialty cocktails and dynamic entertainment surrounded by greenery. It was an immersive, unforgettable finale that left everyone energized for the year ahead.

Mauricio Umansky, Founder and CEO of The Agency, echoed Rainy’s sentiments. “Watching our incredible team come together in Fort Lauderdale reminded me why we built this company. Forum is a catalyst for growth, innovation, and the relationships that drive success. Mark my words, 2026 is going to be our best year yet.”

“Forum 2026 exemplified everything we strive to create—a space where our agents feel empowered, connected, and ready to elevate their businesses,” said Rainy Hake Austin, President of The Agency. “This is exactly the right way to kick off the year, with motivating speakers, meaningful in-person connections, and the energy that only this community can bring.”