Converged: Data, Analytics, AI
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Architecting Enterprise Excellence: Mastering Real Estate's Data Landscape
Date: 6/20/2024 Time: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
A well-constructed, holistic data architecture is the cornerstone for organizations seeking to leverage data effectively for strategic insights and innovation. It ensures data quality, accessibility, security, and scalability, while accommodating future growth and technological advancements. Join us for this important session as the panel examines the path to effective data collection, storage, processing, and management, fueling advanced analytics and AI applications to supercharge enterprise decision-making and operations. Seamless data integration, robust governance, and compliance measures that safeguard data integrity and regulatory adherence will be addressed. This enlightening session uncovers the pivotal role of data and charts a course toward data-driven excellence in commercial real estate organizations.
Moderator:
Margaret Guelzow
Cherre
Margaret Guelzow
Head of Customer Experience
Margaret Guelzow is passionate about the intersection of data, enabling technologies, business process and people's behavior through the lens of occup
Margaret Guelzow
Head of Customer Experience
Cherre
Margaret Guelzow is passionate about the intersection of data, enabling technologies, business process and people's behavior through the lens of occupiers, investors and tenants of real estate. She has 20 years' experience in real estate data, technology and operations with a demonstrated ability to scale divisions, drive agility and optimize operational performance while delivering on business growth and cost-savings objectives. Currently thriving at Cherre, with previous experience including CBRE and WeWork.
Speakers:
Zander Geronimos
PRODA Ltd
Zander Geronimos
Head of North American Sales
Zander Geronimos is the Head of North America for PRODA, the leading platform for automating critical property data for investors and lenders and trus
Zander Geronimos
Head of North American Sales
PRODA Ltd
Zander Geronimos is the Head of North America for PRODA, the leading platform for automating critical property data for investors and lenders and trusted by Blackstone, PIMCO and 100+ others. He leads relationships and communications with key players across the real estate value chain and the proptech community. Prior to joining PRODA, Zander was Metaprop’s Head of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development. He’s also worked in strategic data analysis, marketing and solutions engineering.
Soheil Pourhashemi
Brookfield Properties
Soheil Pourhashemi
EVP, Business Technology
Soheil Pourhashemi is currently EVP, Business Technology and is responsible for establishing and executing the commercial real estate IT strategy, vis
Soheil Pourhashemi
EVP, Business Technology
Brookfield Properties
Soheil Pourhashemi is currently EVP, Business Technology and is responsible for establishing and executing the commercial real estate IT strategy, vision and roadmap for the office sector. He has a keen focus on data and analytics, automation, IoT and partnering with the business in executing new innovations across the portfolio. Brookfield Properties develops and operates more than 650 properties and 325 million square feet of high-quality, sustainability-focused real estate assets around the globe. It provides integrated services across all property investment strategies of Brookfield Asset Management, a global alternative asset manager with over $600 billion in AUM.
Justin Segal
Boxer Property
Justin Segal
President
Justin Segal is an operations executive and entrepreneur specializing in real estate investment and management, startups, and technology. He is the fo
Justin Segal
President
Boxer Property
Justin Segal is an operations executive and entrepreneur specializing in real estate investment and management, startups, and technology. He is the founder of Stemmons Enterprise, a universal operations platform that allows companies to operate with pervasive data and unparalleled agility. He often speaks on topics involving enterprise data, analytics, and user experience.
From Data to Action: Case Studies on AI Innovations in Operational Technology (OT)
Date: 6/20/2024 Time: 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Despite the widespread discussion on GenAI and traditional AI/ML applications in areas like document management, generative design, and workplace enhancement, AI's potential in Operational Technology (OT) remains largely untapped. Leveraging telemetry systems that collect diverse data types, AI models learn from various data sources significantly improving decision-making processes. With 20M data points every 15 mins at their fingertips, Google has developed some interesting proofs of concept around (1) anomaly detection specific to refrigerant leakage, and (2) optimal adaptive controls leveraging reinforcement learning. This session covers each use case comprehensively, exploring their vision, strategy, and potential impacts.
Speakers:
Kira Dickson
Google
Kira Dickson
Technology Program Manager
Kira Dickson is a Technology Program Manager within Google's Real Estate and Workplace Services organization (REWS). She is responsible for evaluating
Kira Dickson
Technology Program Manager
Google
Kira Dickson is a Technology Program Manager within Google's Real Estate and Workplace Services organization (REWS). She is responsible for evaluating and delivering technologies to enable REWS objectives, with a specific focus on Workplace Utilization. Prior to this, Kira was the Intelligent Environments Lead at the Google R+D Lab for the Built Environment, and an early employee at Comfy-Siemens (previously Building Robotics). Kira is passionate about leveraging data and innovation to transform our built environment.
Sabine Lam
Google
Sabine Lam
Workplace Services Tech & Data Lead
Sabine Lam brings the digital building vision to the forefront of Google's Facility Operation teams, enabling a secure, integrated and scalable platfo
Sabine Lam
Workplace Services Tech & Data Lead
Google
Sabine Lam brings the digital building vision to the forefront of Google's Facility Operation teams, enabling a secure, integrated and scalable platform that delivers next generation services to realize 2030 sustainability commitments, operational efficiency, and support healthy and productive spaces for Googlers.
Her responsibilities include leading the development of a Workplace Platform to efficiently integrate building systems, facilitating the transition to a digitized and connected real estate portfolio, and collaborating with industry leaders to inspire and enable industry transformation.
Data Governance: A Comprehensive Journey from Strategy to Execution
Date: 6/20/2024 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Data governance demands a multifaceted approach integrating organizational insight, strategic foresight, and analytical prowess. It involves formulating a comprehensive plan that dictates the systematic collection, processing, and storage of data, ensuring uniformity in data quality and fostering trust. In the context of rapidly changing regulatory landscapes, investor expectations, and privacy norms, a robust data governance framework becomes pivotal for any enterprise's operational success. This crucial session will explore the various stages required to establish, update, and enact a data governance framework. The panel will cover everything from formulating a mission statement to developing policies, procedures, and rigorously monitoring outcomes, all while consistently underscoring the importance of efficient and secure data management practices, especially in the context of advancing AI technologies
Moderator:
Kevin Shtofman
Cherre
Kevin Shtofman
Global Head of Innovation
Kevin Shtofman
Global Head of Innovation
Cherre
Speakers:
Bhavana Devulapally
Ventas
Bhavana Devulapally
CIO
Ventas
Gerry Hamilton
Stanford University
Gerry Hamilton
Director, Facilities Energy Management
As a key member of Stanford University’s Sustainability and Energy Management (SEM) team, Gerry Hamilton oversees the department’s long-term energy u
Gerry Hamilton
Director, Facilities Energy Management
Stanford University
As a key member of Stanford University’s Sustainability and Energy Management (SEM) team, Gerry Hamilton oversees the department’s long-term energy use planning; designs, implements, and directs assessment and outreach for sustainability programs; oversees business systems and analytics initiatives; and steers academic integration to aid program implementation.
Pete Schow
Affinius Capital
Pete Schow
Executive Director, Head of Data
Pete Schow's career spans over 20 years in Information Technology with 17 years in various sectors of Real Estate. Throughout his career, he has manag
Pete Schow
Executive Director, Head of Data
Affinius Capital
Pete Schow's career spans over 20 years in Information Technology with 17 years in various sectors of Real Estate. Throughout his career, he has managed multiple enterprise level initiatives in Residential/Multi Family development, Investment Real Estate, Commercial Mortgage, Debt as an Asset, and Private Equity. He recently joined Affinius Capital as Executive Director - Head of Data where he is focused on Data Management and Reporting Automation.
Andrew Weakland
W. P. Carey
Andrew Weakland
SVP, Director of Systems Development
Andrew Weakland is the Director of Systems Development for W. P. Carey, a net-lease REIT focused on providing long-term sale-leaseback and build-to-su
Andrew Weakland
SVP, Director of Systems Development
W. P. Carey
Andrew Weakland is the Director of Systems Development for W. P. Carey, a net-lease REIT focused on providing long-term sale-leaseback and build-to-suit solutions for companies in the U.S. and Northern and Western Europe. Andrew specializes in bringing emerging technologies into the real estate space to drive competitive advantage while maintaining the cohesiveness of the overall enterprise technology footprint.
Trust By Design: Managing the Risk of GenAI Deployments
Date: 6/20/2024 Time: 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Of all the technological advances we’ve seen in the last half-century, GenAI is possibly the most hyped yet the most promising. This can be a dangerous combination if not well understood by organizations looking to integrate GenAI into their operations. This session is a deep dive into the complexities of managing risks associated with deploying generative AI in the data-sensitive environment of commercial real estate. Experts will share insights on mapping out potential risks, creating contingency plans, and adopting best practices in data handling and AI application. Attendees will develop a nuanced understanding of the AI landscape, learning how to navigate its challenges while unlocking its vast potential for innovation and efficiency in the commercial real estate industry.
Moderator:
Paul Niser
Walton Street Capital
Paul Niser
CTO
Walton Street Capital
Speakers:
Vijay Anand
MRI Software
Vijay Anand
VP, AI & Data
Vijay Anand, VP for AI & Data at MRI, leads the creation of top-tier AI-based real estate software, leveraging over 20 years of experience in product
Vijay Anand
VP, AI & Data
MRI Software
Vijay Anand, VP for AI & Data at MRI, leads the creation of top-tier AI-based real estate software, leveraging over 20 years of experience in product development at the Big 4. Harnessing AI, ML, data, and analytics, he builds insightful solutions that address customer problems, all while pioneering in product strategy and delivering cloud-based global solutions.
Katia Saenko
Cadillac Fairview
Katia Saenko
SVP & CIO
Cadillac Fairview
GenAI Adoption and Integration: Navigating the New Frontier in Your Organization
Date: 6/20/2024 Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
GenAI’s evolution from basic pattern recognition to complex multimodal applications marks a significant leap in AI capabilities. Its current proficiency spans across various applications, profoundly impacting industries and everyday life. Keeping up with the rapid technology changes and finding the right applications for your organization can be daunting. In this dynamic and interactive session, attendees will break into small groups to share their experiences, insights, and innovative ways they are integrating GenAI into their organizations. Challenges such as integration with existing systems, data privacy and security concerns, resource constraints, quality issues, and ROI, will be addressed in a collaborative environment with peers. Join us for this unique format to dive into the world of GenAI and share the triumphs and trials you’ve encountered with the technology.
Speakers:
Stuart Appley
CBRE
Stuart Appley
Managing Director, Global Workplace Solutions
Stuart Appley is a Managing Director in CBRE’s Global Workplace Solutions Group, where he is responsible for providing executive technology oversight
Stuart Appley
Managing Director, Global Workplace Solutions
CBRE
Stuart Appley is a Managing Director in CBRE’s Global Workplace Solutions Group, where he is responsible for providing executive technology oversight and consulting to clients. Stuart also has a technology innovation & thought leadership role, helping to develop, drive, and lead pilots on innovative digital projects across CBRE. He was previously the CIO at Shorenstein Realty Services, where he led the transformation of the company’s technology environment into an innovative and best in class organization.
Joseph Martino
Primaris REIT
Joseph Martino
VP, IT
Joseph Martino has responsibility for Primaris’ overall Information Technology strategy. He has over 20 years of experience in Information Technology,
Joseph Martino
VP, IT
Primaris REIT
Joseph Martino has responsibility for Primaris’ overall Information Technology strategy. He has over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, Digital Transformation and Technology Operations. Joseph was previously consulting on ERP and major Digital Transformation projects and prior to that, Global VP of Information Technology at a market leader in connected vehicle and sensor technology.
Sunder Pappu
Inland Real Estate Group
Sunder Pappu
SVP, Head of Technology Strategy
Sunder Pappu has more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry. He is currently the SVP Head of Technology Strategy at Inland Real Estat
Sunder Pappu
SVP, Head of Technology Strategy
Inland Real Estate Group
Sunder Pappu has more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry. He is currently the SVP Head of Technology Strategy at Inland Real Estate Group and is responsible for leading project management and application development for the IT department, while ensuring Inland’s technology strategy is aligned with businesses and that technologies are available to meet each entities’ unique business demands.
Innovate & Elevate: CRE Visionaries Explore and Engage in AI Transformation - An Interactive AMA Session
Date: 6/21/2024 Time: 11:30 am - 12:45 pm
Artificial Intelligence is relentlessly reshaping traditional tasks, harnessing sophisticated technologies such as neural networks and deep learning to push the boundaries of what's possible. The advancement of GPT models not only highlights AI's expanding role but also underscores its profound impact on enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and innovation. These developments are paving the way for groundbreaking applications that promise to transform commercial real estate. This session will begin with a discussion on AI’s industry impact by leading CRE solution providers. Following the panel discussion, the session will transition into an interactive Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) format, offering attendees the rare chance to engage directly with the AI architects on stage. Join us for this unique assembly of pioneers to gain profound insights into the strategic utilization and ethical considerations of AI in shaping the future of CRE.
Moderator:
Andrew Waller
Remit Consulting
Andrew Waller
Partner
Andrew is a founding partner of Remit Consulting, a specialist management consultancy in the Real Estate sector. Remit is a pan-European firm and its
Andrew Waller
Partner
Remit Consulting
Andrew is a founding partner of Remit Consulting, a specialist management consultancy in the Real Estate sector. Remit is a pan-European firm and its clients include many of the largest fund management and property firms across Europe. Well known for his experience in defining technology strategy with property teams, Andrew’s main focus is creating efficiencies in the wider areas of asset and property management through effective use of outsourcing and technology.
Speakers:
Vijay Anand
MRI Software
Vijay Anand
VP, AI & Data
Vijay Anand, VP for AI & Data at MRI, leads the creation of top-tier AI-based real estate software, leveraging over 20 years of experience in product
Vijay Anand
VP, AI & Data
MRI Software
Vijay Anand, VP for AI & Data at MRI, leads the creation of top-tier AI-based real estate software, leveraging over 20 years of experience in product development at the Big 4. Harnessing AI, ML, data, and analytics, he builds insightful solutions that address customer problems, all while pioneering in product strategy and delivering cloud-based global solutions.
Don Bleaney
PremiseHQ
Don Bleaney
Chief Product Officer
Don Bleaney
Chief Product Officer
PremiseHQ
Zander Geronimos
PRODA Ltd
Zander Geronimos
Head of North American Sales
Zander Geronimos is the Head of North America for PRODA, the leading platform for automating critical property data for investors and lenders and trus
Zander Geronimos
Head of North American Sales
PRODA Ltd
Zander Geronimos is the Head of North America for PRODA, the leading platform for automating critical property data for investors and lenders and trusted by Blackstone, PIMCO and 100+ others. He leads relationships and communications with key players across the real estate value chain and the proptech community. Prior to joining PRODA, Zander was Metaprop’s Head of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development. He’s also worked in strategic data analysis, marketing and solutions engineering.
Brian Sutherland
Yardi
Brian Sutherland
VP, Commercial
As vice president for commercial real estate, Brian Sutherland is responsible for leading the US commercial sales and marketing organization. Addition
Brian Sutherland
VP, Commercial
Yardi
As vice president for commercial real estate, Brian Sutherland is responsible for leading the US commercial sales and marketing organization. Additionally, heoversees sales, marketing and product strategies for Yardi's commercial real estate asset management, procurement, coworking and energy solutions. Before joining Yardi, he spent 15 years as founder and president of several start-up companies.
AI Unleashed: Crafting the Future in Real Estate – A Prompt Engineering Masterclass
Date: 6/21/2024 Time: 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Prompt engineering is the skillful art of designing and refining inputs or questions to effectively direct Gen AI's responses and actions. This process is crucial in maximizing the LLM’s potential, ensuring it produces the most relevant, accurate, and useful outputs for a given task or problem. Our CRE GenAI Prompt Workshop emphasizes industry-specific applications of Generative AI, offering insightful training on the fundamentals of crafting effective AI prompts tailored to real estate challenges. Participants will engage in collaborative exercises, brainstorming sessions, and live demonstrations to understand how AI can use everyday business practices and building operations. Expert-led, this workshop presents a unique opportunity to explore practical applications of AI in commercial real estate.
Moderator:
Greg Ausley
Workman Success Systems
Greg Ausley
CIO
Workman Success Systems
Speakers:
Fred Heller
Hitachi Solutions America
Fred Heller
Senior Director Data Science & AI
Fred Heller
Senior Director Data Science & AI
Hitachi Solutions America
Hazel Mann
Zetta Advisory
Hazel Mann
Principal Advisor
Hazel Mann is principal for Zetta Advisory, an organization that help real estate investment management firms transform with practical technology solu
Hazel Mann
Principal Advisor
Zetta Advisory
Hazel Mann is principal for Zetta Advisory, an organization that help real estate investment management firms transform with practical technology solutions. She is an entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in real estate operations and technology, specializing in translating emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain and IoT for practical applications in the future of work.