Over 1,000 REALTORS® and other real estate professionals from throughout Illinois gathered last week for the Illinois Association of REALTORS® Convention & Expo at the Pheasant Run Resort and Spa in St. Charles. Check out these photo highlights and session takeaways that were published right here on IARbuzz:

• Top negotiator Steve Harney on what inspires greatness
• Real estate coach Bernice Ross on hot niches in the Gen X and Y markets
• Tech guru Doug Devitre shares tips for getting the most out of social media
• Memory coach Tom Weber offers four ways to boost your memory
• Trainer Lynn Madison on how to position your listings for success on the MLS
• Real estate trainer Kim Daugherty on wake-up calls about today’s market

Mark your calendar for the 2011 IAR Business Meetings and Convention October 10-13 at Pheasant Run!