2025 GAD Institute
July 22 – 24: Charleston, SC
The Government Affairs Directors’ 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® Party initiatives.
This year’s event is being held in Charleston, 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 here to assist with planning your travel. Questions? Contact us at GADInst@nar.realtor.
Meet Our Keynote Speaker!
Katie Harbath is the founder of Anchor Change, 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 “election whisperer to the tech industry,” 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.
GAD Institute Details
- When: July 22-24, 2025
- Where: Charleston, South Carolina
- Hotel: Charleston Marriott
- Cost: Early Bird Registration Fee: $550/ Hotel: $217+ tax, per night
Hotel Information
Charleston Marriott, 170 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403
- Hotel Room Rate: $217 + tax
- Hotel reservation deadline: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Cancellation Policy: Rooms must be canceled 48 hours before the day of arrival to avoid charges.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check out: 11:00 AM
Transportation
Charleston International Airport is located 12 miles from the hotel.
Registration
Early Bird Registration Fee: $550 until Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Registration Fee after May 21: $600
If capacity is reached for the 2025 GAD Institute, registration will be closed, and interested parties can be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if a spot becomes available. Please note that the registration fee is $600.
Questions? Contact GADInstitute@nar.realtor.
Cancellation policy: All cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations received by July 2, 2025, will be refunded in full. Refunds will not be approved for cancellations received after this date. Kindly be advised that cancellations are subject to a $50 fee.
GADs Give Back
Starting in 2018 as an initiative for attendees to give back to the host city for the annual GAD Institute, we’re proud to continue this tradition for the 7th year.
More details coming soon.
Event Policies
The 2025 GAD Institute is governed by policies developed in conjunction with federal, state, and local laws; the host venue; and NAR. Please review these policies here.
NAR is committed to providing a safe, in-person event. All attendees and exhibitors will be asked to agree to the event waiver during the registration process.
For more information, please see the Liability Waiver and Release of Claims.