eXpcon Cape Town 2026 - The Drumbeat of Innovation is Calling!
Get ready for a first-of-its-kind, high-energy real estate experience as South Africa makes its thrilling eXpcon debut in
Cape Town, February 17-19 2026!
This isn't just another conference--it's a bold, locally-driven celebration of community, innovation, and opportunity set against the stunning backdrop of South Africa's natural beauty.
Whether you're flying in or showing up from down the road, eXpcon Cape Town will be full of the pulse, passion, and purpose that defines eXp's global expansion. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this story's beginning--this is just the start.
FEATURED SPEAKERS & PERFORMERS
AGENDA
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| eXp Realty Fund Run in Support of Laureus Sport for Good South Africa | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | ||
| Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | |||
| Doors Open | 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | ||
| Day 1: eXpcon Cape Town | 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM | ||
| Welcome Address – The Beat of Africa | 9:00 AM - 9:05 AM | Andrew Thompson, Country Leader - South Africa, eXp International | |
| The Ndlovu Youth Choir | 9:05 AM - 10:05 AM | Ndlovu Youth Choir, Global Sensation | South African Treasure | Voices of Hope and Unity | |
| The View from Table Mountain: Charting the Next Decade of Global Real Estate | 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM | Felix Bravo, Managing Director, eXp International Wendy Forsythe, eXp Realty Lizna Nel | |
| Cape Point to Global Reach: Tapping into Africa's Trillion-Dollar Real Estate Opportunity | 10:35 AM - 10:55 AM | Felix Bravo, Managing Director, eXp International | |
| *KEYNOTE* We Are All Content Creators Now! The Honest Truth About Modern Marketing | 10:55 AM - 11:15 AM | Wendy Forsythe, eXp Realty | |
| Designed in South Africa: Scaling Visual Storytelling, AI & Social for Global Reach | 11:15 AM - 11:35 AM | Sarah Hutchinson, Vice President - Marketing, eXp International | |
| Navigating the Global Financial Fynbos: Investment Strategies for the Modern Agent | 11:35 AM - 11:55 AM | Mark Luker, Director of Finance, EMEA | |
| The Borderless Brokerage: Mastering eXp's Global Referral Platform to Fuel International Referrals and Elite Closings | 11:55 AM - 12:15 PM | Carlie Fink-Maddux, Director - International Transactions, exp International Marike Wilkinson, eXp Realty South Africa | |
| *KEYNOTE* The Economic Compass: Forecasting the Next 5 Years of South African Real Estate & Investment | 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | Dr. Roelof Botha, Economist | Thought Leader | Keynote Speaker | |
| Lunch and Networking | 1:15 PM - 2:30 PM | ||
| Taking South Africa by Storm - A Real Growth Story: Navigating South Africa's Buyer's Market for Exponential Agent Growth | 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Steve Johnstone, Team Leader | Build Africa Founder | Coach & Mentor | |
| The Pan-African Bridge: Connecting UK & Europe to the eXp Global Referral Network | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Samuel Caux, Country Leader - eXp France Adam Day, International Expansion Leader - Europe | |
| Future-Proofing the Agent: Mastering AI and Data-Driven Brokerage in the Cloud | 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Gawie Rossouw, Growth Development Manager Seth Seigler, Chief Innovation Officer, eXp Realty Andre & Lydia Vorster, AI Agent Enablers | Top Performing Agents | |
| The South Africa Data Advantage: Using Deeds Office, AVMs, and Market Trends to Price with Precision | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Hayley Ivins-Downes, Lightstone | |
| The ICON Blueprint: 8 Principles of High-Performance Real Estate & Achieving Financial Freedom | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Renée Ruth, 7x ICON agent | Singer/Songwriter | 2025 Grammy Nominee | |
| *KEYNOTE* The Mind of a Champion: Translating World Cup Winning Focus into Exponential Business Success | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Bryan Habana, Rugby Legend | World Cup Champion | Entrepreneur | Speaker | |
| Thursday, February 19, 2026 | |||
| Doors Open | 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | ||
| Day 2: eXpcon Cape Town | 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM | ||
| Welcome Address – The Beat of Africa | 9:00 AM - 9:10 AM | Andrew Thompson, Country Leader - South Africa, eXp International | |
| The No eXcuses Mindset: Building an Empire When You Start with Nothing | 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM | Lizna Nel Chase Winshaw | |
| The ONE Thing in Ops: Building High-Performance Systems to Dominate the Luxury & Commercial Spheres | 9:40 AM - 10:00 AM | Stuart Hyslop Mike Walters, South Africa Operations Manager | |
| Decoding the Difference: The Operational Systems and Mindset That Separate ICON from Average | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Marius Foot Leza Ford Lizna Nel | |
| Feel The Beat: The Rhythmic Systems That Create Unique & Unstoppable Global Attraction | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Traci & Dave Gagnon | |
| Mastering the Capper's Beat: High-Volume Systems from South Africa's Top Producers | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Kelly Brown Garikayi Mudzudzu Ash Rodda Shené Vorster, Youngest Ever ICON agent | |
| Cloud Meets Continent: Leveraging eXp Technology to Create the Ultimate Agent-Centric Hybrid Experience | 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | James & Shelley Conyers, Team Leaders | 2023/2024 Top Team By Units Internationally | |
| *KEYNOTE* Leading at the Edge of the African Beat: Mastering Chaos and the Magna Carta of Exponential Growth | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Vusi Thembekwayo, 3x Best Selling Author | Entrepreneur | Investor | Global Powerhouse | |
| Lunch & Networking | 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM | ||
| *KEYNOTE* | 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM | ||
| The Regulatory Rhythm: Navigating PPRA Transformation and Future-Proofing Your Compliance | 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | Thato Ramaili, PPRA CEO | |
| It's Time for Africa: Seizing the Moment and Operationalizing the Vision for the Next Decade | 3:45 PM - 4:30 PM | Henno Senekal, Old Mutual Head of Strategic Partnerships & Distribution Marketing Terence Sewraj, CEO of The Virtual Agent Jonathan De Ridder, CEO of Snappit Jacques Esterhuyse, Director at ESi Attorneys | |
| *KEYNOTE* | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Felix Bravo, Managing Director, eXp International | |
| Closing Event & South Africa Agent Awards | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Drum Cafe South Africa, World Leaders in Team Building | Masters of Rhythm & Unity Andrew Thompson, Country Leader - South Africa, eXp International Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, Award Winning Radio Presenter | |
Make the Most of Your Trip with Unforgettable Excursions!
Looking to make the most of your time in Cape Town? A range of optional excursions is available through African Agenda for those interested in exploring the natural beauty, cultural richness, and unforgettable adventures South Africa has to offer.
From scenic tours to thrilling activities, there’s something for every traveler seeking to dive deeper into this remarkable destination.
Explore more. Experience more. Your South African journey starts here!
Please note: Excursions and hotels are not included in your event registration and must be booked separately. Bookings begin on July 15th, 2025.
Kick Off eXpcon Cape Town with Purpose
Join us on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 for eXp Realty Fund Run in Support of Laureus Sport for Good South Africa -- a vibrant 5KM fun run along Cape Town's iconic Sea Point Promenade.
More than just a run, this event celebrates health, community, and giving back. Proceeds and awareness support the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, which uses the power of sport to uplift youth and communities across South Africa.
👟 Open to all eXpcon registrants
🌅 Start/Finish: Sea Point Promenade (next to Queen’s Beach parking area)
🎽 Distance: 5KM walk/run
🎁 Goodie bags, hydration stations & feel-good moments guaranteed!
The Beat Drops In…