MINORITY HOMEOWNERSHIP CONFERENCE 2026
JOIN US AT THE EXCLUSIVE VIP EVENT AT FLOSSMOOR SOCIAL!
Stay tuned for THE Surprise Celebrity Keynote Speaker
Agenda
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Mix & Mingle Dinner – The Spot
5:30 - 7:00 PM
Optional Networking Dinner for early arrivals. Attendees will cover their own meal. Join us for relaxed, informal networking before conference day.
VIP Leadership Session – at Flossmoor Social
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Invitation-only private dinner session for BMPA leadership, select VIP partners, and guest speakers.
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Attendee Checkin | 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Opening Remarks | 10:00 - 10:30 AM
BMPA Leadership Panel | 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Building trust with First-time Minority Homeowners
Lunch & Learn | 11:30 – 12:30 PM
Innovating the Path to Homeownership – Finance, Reform, Advocacy & Closing the Gap
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1:00 - 1:30 PM
Origination
The Future of Mortgage Tech: AI, Automation, and Borrower Experience
Speaker: Marion L. Singleton, Certified AI Consultant, Mortgage Broker at Edge Home Finance
Ownership
The State of Homeownership in America: What Realtors MUST Do Next/Now
Speaker: Kevin Brown, Vice President of NAR
Oppurtunity
Build the Future: Mentorship, Access & Industry Entry for the Next Generation
Speakers: Kelvin Oliver, Chief Higher Education & HBCU Engagement Officer
Major Singleton, Chief Veteran Administration & Internship Chair
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1:30 - 2:00 PM
Origination
From Loan Officer to Leader: Building a Team
Speaker: Major Singleton, Chief Veteran Administration & Internship Chair
Ownership
Agent Wealth Hustle & 5 Mistakes
Speakers: Lamont Harris, BMPA Chief Growth Officer
Oppurtunity
Build the Future: Mentorship, Advocacy for Brokers & the Consumers We Serve
Speaker: Rachel Clark, & Brendon McKay, Broker Action Coalition with Jennifer Gormer, BMPA Founder and CEO
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2:30 - 3:00 PM
Origination
Building a Bridge of Opportunity for Hispanic Homeowners – Spanish Demand
Speakers: Rogelio Goertzen II & Jay Rodriguez – H.O.M.E.Ownership
Mortgage as a Steppingstone: Multiple Income Streams and Building Partnerships
Speaker: Corey Singleton, BMPA Chief Equity & Ethics OfficerOppurtunity
Teaching the Journey: How Mortgage Education Builds Stronger Pipelines & Homeowners
Speakers: Tanya Blanchard, President of Madison Chase Capital Advisors
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Keynote Speaker | 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Building Legacy Through Ownership & Empowerment
Networking & Booth Visits | 4:00 - 5:00
Light refreshments and photo opportunities with partners and sponsors.
BMPA Award Ceremony | 5:00 - 5:30 PM
Recognition of excellence across origination, ownership, and innovation
Happy Hour & Casino Mixer | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Closing celebration — networking, casino night, and conversation. Location: Wind Creek Casino Lounge
Purchase Your Ticket Today!
March 19 -20, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois
Access to VIP Reception on March 19 w/Speakers & Sponsors
All Access to Morning Session + 3 Breakout Sessions in the Afternoon Sessions
Attendance to Award Ceremony and Casino Mixer
**Lunch included
March 19 -20, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois
All Access to Morning Session + 3 Breakout Sessions in the Afternoon Sessions
Attendance to Award Ceremony and Casino Mixer
**Lunch included
Student Admission – Minority Homeownership Conference powered by BMPA
Complimentary Admission (Student Verification Required)
March 19–20, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois
Includes:
• Access to Morning General Session
• Three Afternoon Breakout Sessions
• Awards Ceremony & Casino Networking Mixer
Exclusive Opportunity:
Eligible students will receive priority consideration for the BMPA Internship & Mentorship Program. Participation does not guarantee placement; selected students will be invited to apply following the conference.
Hotel Accomodations
We’ve secured a discounted room block for attendees of the Minority Homeownership Conference at our host hotel.
Wind Creek Chicago Southland Hotel & Casino
📍 East Hazel Crest, Illinois
To reserve your room at the conference group rate, please follow the instructions below:
How to Book Your Hotel Room
📞 Call the Wind Creek Reservation Line:
(866) 946-3361🗣 Group Name:
BMPA Mortgage Association Annual Conference🔑 Group Code: BMP0326
Important Booking Details
A valid credit card is required to reserve your room
You will not be charged until check-in
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
We Recommend Booking Early
Rooms are limited and will be released once the group block fills.
Special requests (early arrival, room preferences, etc.) should be shared with the call center at the time of booking
(Requests are noted but not guaranteed).
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us at: 📧 admin@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net
