Canopy Uncovered

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way REALTORS® work, market themselves, and connect with consumers, but with new tools emerging at a rapid pace, knowing where to begin can be a challenge. In this episode of Canopy Uncovered, Canopy MLS 2026 Chair-elect Todd Long sits down with international best-selling author and real estate technology expert Craig Grant to cut through the noise surrounding AI. They explore what REALTORS® misunderstand about AI, practical ways to begin using it, how it can strengthen marketing and content creation, and where automation should stop and the human connection should take over. Plus, Craig looks ahead at how AI could change the day-to-day work of REALTORS® and what agents can do now to prepare for what's next.

What does the future of the REALTOR® organization look like, and how can NAR continue delivering value to its members in a changing industry? In this episode of Canopy Uncovered, Canopy Realtor® Association 2026 President-elect Allen Dargins sits down with 2026 National Association of REALTORS® President Kevin Brown for a conversation about leadership, advocacy, and the issues shaping the profession. From Kevin's "Back to Business" focus and NAR's renewed emphasis on professionalism to housing affordability, inventory, and consumer trust, they explore how the local, state, and national levels of the REALTOR® organization work together to support members and the communities they serve. Listen as they discuss the work happening today and what NAR must do to remain relevant and valuable to the next generation of REALTORS®.

Change is constant in real estate, but how we respond to it can make all the difference. In this episode of Canopy Uncovered, Joan B. Goode sits down with internationally recognized leadership expert, strategist, author, and educator Matthew Ferrara to explore how Realtors® can continue to grow, lead, and create opportunities in any market. Through his Growth Navigator™, Matthew shares practical strategies for taking greater control of your success, adapting to change, and building a business that goes beyond the transaction.

Joan B. Goode welcomes longtime friend and respected healthcare leader Dr. H. Stacy Nicholson for a conversation about leadership, service and the evolution of healthcare in the Charlotte region.

Drawing on a career devoted to pediatric medicine and healthcare leadership, Dr. Nicholson reflects on the experiences and partnerships that have shaped his work—from his leadership at Levine Children's Hospital to his role in bringing Charlotte's first four-year medical school to life.

Along the way, Joan and Dr. Nicholson discuss the power of collaboration, the responsibility of leadership and how investing in healthcare, education and community can help shape Charlotte's future.

Why did a Fortune 100 company choose Charlotte, and what does it mean for the region? Canopy Realtor® Association president, Joan B. Goode, sits down with Sheila Jordan of Honeywell to talk leadership, innovation, and the ripple effects of corporate relocation. From economic growth to community engagement, this conversation highlights how business leaders and Realtors® alike play a role in shaping the future of the places where we live, work, and play.

What does it look like when technology doesn't replace the agent—but reinforces their value? In this episode, Joan B. Goode sits down with Christian Dwiggins, CEO of Rayse to discuss how transparency, communication, and artificial intelligence are reshaping the real estate experience. From helping consumers better understand the work agents perform to providing professionals with powerful tools that strengthen client relationships, Rayse is helping to bridge the gap between technology and trust. Listen as they explore the future of agent advocacy, AI-powered assistance, and why relationships remain at the heart of every successful transaction.

As technology continues to reshape real estate, partnerships are driving what's next. In this episode, Joan B. Goode is joined by Damian Eales of Realtor.com to talk leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of tech in the industry. From the Canopy MLS partnership to the rollout of Realtor.com Plus. Listen and learn about how new platforms are bringing agents and consumers together in more meaningful, efficient ways.

Homeownership remains one of the most powerful tools for building generational wealth—but access and opportunity are not always equal. In this episode of Canopy Uncovered, host Karyn Lindsey talks with Realtor®/broker LaRay Hampton and Hope Atuel about new research from the Asian Real Estate Association of America and the Urban Institute exploring homeownership and wealth-building trends of Asian Americans. From wealth accumulation and preservation to intergenerational transfer, the conversation examines both opportunities and ongoing barriers, and why these insights matter here in the Carolinas.

Down payment assistance programs are no longer a "nice to have"; they're essential to expanding access to homeownership. In this episode, Joan B. Goode, President of Canopy MLS, sits down with Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource, to explore how these programs are reshaping affordability. They discuss the cost of not using available assistance, how opportunity is lost or delayed for buyers, and how AI and data-driven tools are making it easier than ever to connect clients with resources that can get them to the closing table.

April is Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on access, equity, and the future of our communities. Host Joan B. Goode sits down with Historian, Dr. Tom Hanchett, to explore the deeper story behind housing affordability through his latest book, Affordable Housing in Charlotte: What One City's History Tells Us about America's Pressing Problem.

Together, they unpack how decades of policy decisions continue to shape who can live where, and why it matters now more than ever. From essential workers to middle-income families, this conversation connects the past to the present and what it means for Charlotte's growth moving forward.