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Thank you for attending GAD Institute 2025!<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Government Affairs Directors\u2019 Institute is an annual professional development conference for state and local real estate association professionals who provide guidance to and work for associations in the areas of government affairs, political affairs, legislative or regulatory affairs, lobbying, advocacy, RPAC fundraising, campaigns, community outreach and\/or all REALTOR\u00ae Party initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

Questions? \/ Contact us<\/b>\u00a0at:\u00a0GadInst@nar.realtor<\/a><\/p>\n

Save the Date for GAD Institute 2026: July 21-23, 2026 in Columbus, OH<\/h3>\n

Stay tune for more information soon!<\/p>\n

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2025 GAD Institute<\/strong><\/span> July 22 \u2013 24: Charleston, SC <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The Government Affairs Directors\u2019 Institute is an annual professional development conference for state and local real estate association professionals who provide guidance to and work for associations in the areas of government affairs, political affairs, legislative or regulatory affairs, lobbying, advocacy, RPAC fundraising, campaigns, community outreach and\/or all REALTOR\u00ae Party initiatives. This year\u2019s event is being held in\u00a0Charleston, SC and will start at noon on Tuesday, July 22, with an orientation and overview for new GADs. GAD Institute sessions will conclude on Thursday, July 24, at approximately Noon. The conference outline is available\u00a0here<\/a> <\/strong>to assist with planning your travel.<\/p>\n

Meet Our Keynote Speaker!<\/span><\/h3>\n

\"Katie <\/strong> Katie Harbath<\/strong> is the founder of Anchor Change<\/a>, a newsletter and consultancy that explores the complexities of the digital age and global politics. Through her writing, speaking, and advisory work, Katie helps leaders navigate an ever-evolving landscape by combining deep analysis with compelling storytelling to make sense of rapid change. Described by Foreign Policy Magazine as an \u201celection whisperer to the tech industry,\u201d Katie is a trusted guide for leaders seeking clarity and transformation in a fast-moving world. Her career spans political campaigns, civil society, and global technology leadership. At Facebook, she spent a decade building and leading international teams that managed elections and empowered governments, political figures, and organizations to connect meaningfully with their audiences. Prior to her time at Facebook, Katie held senior digital roles at the Republican National Committee, the National Republican Senatorial Committee, and the DCI Group. She is a board member at the National Conference on Citizenship, Democracy Works, R Street, and the Center for Journalism Ethics at the University of Madison-Wisconsin. Katie graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is from Green Bay, Wisconsin.<\/p>\n

GAD Institute Details<\/span><\/h3>\n