Agency Shines at NAREE's 60th Real Estate Conference in Miami

Lucía Torres · 2026-06-18

The Agency proudly sponsored the 60th Annual National Association of Real Estate Editors (NAREE) conference in downtown Miami. This event brings together journalists, writers, and news outlets who cover the real estate market. It's all about the people who tell the stories behind the deals. ### Key Topics at the Conference This year's sessions covered a lot of ground. Affordability was a big theme, along with branded residences and wellness. There was also plenty of talk about how artificial intelligence is changing the game across the industry.  ### Agency Experts Take the Stage Two of our team members shared their insights during the conference. Maile Aguila from our South Florida Development Division and Scott Coggins, Managing Partner of our Nashville office, both led panel discussions. Maile joined the "Luxury Living" panel. She's one of the top brokers for HQ Residences Miami, working alongside Mauricio Umansky and Santiago Arana. The panel also featured Paul Whalen from Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Jay Phillip Parker from Douglas Elliman. Candace Taylor from The Wall Street Journal moderated the conversation. Scott Coggins spoke on "The Evolution of Realty Brokerage in the AI Era." He shared the stage with David Siddons from Douglas Elliman and Julia Kanter, Senior Director of Product at Zillow. Jason Hidalgo from the Reno Gazette-Journal moderated that session. ### What Makes NAREE Special NAREE is all about the media side of real estate. Think of it as a place where the people who write the news and the people who make the news come together. It's not just about networking - it's about learning from each other and pushing the industry forward. Some of the biggest names in journalism and real estate were there. The conversations were real and practical. You could feel the energy in the room as people shared ideas and debated trends. ### Why This Matters For professionals in the United States, staying on top of these trends is crucial. Whether you're a broker, developer, or marketer, understanding what the media covers helps you tell your story better. It also gives you a sense of where the market is heading. - Affordability remains a top concern for buyers and renters alike. - Branded residences are becoming more popular, especially in luxury markets. - Wellness features are now standard in many new developments. - AI is streamlining everything from lead generation to property management. ### Final Thoughts Great work, Scott and Maile! Your contributions at NAREE show how The Agency is leading the conversation in real estate. To learn more about NAREE, visit NAREE.org.