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Program Schedule
Tuesday | November 19
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Opening Session: The Tech Tipping Point: Is Corporate RE Forging Ahead or Treading Water? An Open Debate
As technological advancements continue to transform the corporate real estate (CRE) landscape, many are left wondering: are we witnessing genuine progress or just staying afloat amid the wave of new tech trends? This session explores the evolving role of technology in CRE, questioning whether the industry is truly embracing innovation or merely reacting to changes. This debate will spark a lively and thought-provoking discussion among our CoRE Tech chairs and conference attendees, providing diverse perspectives, success stories, and cautionary tales.
Moderators: Jim Young, Realcomm
Speakers: Josh Bradshaw, WorkTechWork; Drew DePriest, McKesson; Sabine Lam, Google
1:45 pm - 2:25 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Smarter Building Tech Transformation Tales: Building the Future and Learning from the Past
In the ever-evolving space of smarter buildings, success hinges on a strategic blend of cutting-edge technology, sustainability initiatives, organizational alignment, and robust cybersecurity – with a special emphasis on user-centric workplace design and operational efficiency. This session features the visionary leaders behind some of the most innovative smart building projects. Panelists will share their experience, revealing both the achievements and challenges encountered on their journeys. Through thought-provoking discussions, the panel will explore lessons learned, consider retrospective adjustments, and share forward-thinking strategies essential for staying ahead amidst rapid technological advances.
Moderators: Marc Petock, Lynxspring
Speakers: Sabine Lam, Google; Neil Ross, Walmart; Kyle Tooke, DB Engineering
2:25 pm - 2:55 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Convergence Conundrum: Bridging BMS and IWMS with Enterprise Tech for Total Data Control
As building management systems (BMS) and integrated workplace management systems (IWMS) evolve, their convergence with enterprise information systems represents a new frontier in corporate real estate. Leveraging this convergence allows building operators to optimize building performance, enhance the occupant experience, and align with broader business objectives. In this session, we'll dissect the complexities of data sharing among these systems, spotlighting both opportunities and challenges. Through practical strategies and compelling real-world examples, our panel will demonstrate how seamless integration leads to significant improvements in operational efficiency and decision-making.
Moderators: Sergey Gutkin, IBIS
Speakers: Robert Fitzgerald, JLL; Shane Hobbs, Walmart; Jeff Peel, AIG
2:55 pm - 3:15 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Enhancing Building Operations & Maintenance with IoT and AI
There is a lot of complexity around optimizing building HVAC operations and maintenance. However, by leveraging a combination IoT data and AI-driven offerings, customers can reduce maintenance costs, improve energy efficiency, and meet their ESG goals. Learn how Carrier’s customers are utilizing Abound to transform their facilities.
Speakers: Brad Croasdale, Carrier; Marc Olson, Carrier
3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Networking Break
3:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Data Analytics is the Missing Ingredient To Future Smart Buildings
With rapidly advancing building solutions driven by AI, Machine Learning, and advanced building controls, we are potentially standing on the precipice of a new era of smart autonomous buildings. In this session, we will explore how new tech is driving truly connected innovation including digital twins, prescriptive building controls based upon utilization intent and rapid acceptance of smart building technology such as sensors in our day-to-day facility operations.
Speakers: Brian Haines, FM:Systems
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Guildhouse
DC Power in the Built Environment Unplugged: The Future of High-Performance Buildings
As the demand for energy efficiency continues to rise, DC power is emerging as a key enabler for the future of high-performance buildings. This session will explore the dual pillars shaping building design: DC power systems alongside IT technologies, and the critical role of distributed IoT networks. By leveraging the inherent efficiencies of DC power, we can reduce energy losses, integrate renewable sources, and simplify power conversion. At the same time, the distributed IoT network offers a more scalable alternative to traditional IT architectures.
Speakers: Luis Suau, Sinclair Digital; Jim Young, Realcomm
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Open Forum Discussion | Disrupting Sustainability: Which Tech Innovations Are Actually Moving the Needle?
The built environment is a key contributor to global carbon emissions. While many technologies promise to reshape this landscape for a more sustainable future, identifying solutions that deliver real-world impact can be daunting. In this interactive breakout session, participants will debate which tech innovations are truly driving progress toward decarbonization and net zero. After the breakout discussions, groups will reconvene to share fresh insights on what’s working, what’s not, and where future opportunities lie in making corporate real estate more sustainable.
5:00 pm - 5:25 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Disrupting Sustainability: Recap & Open Discussion
The built environment is a key contributor to global carbon emissions. While many technologies promise to reshape this landscape for a more sustainable future, identifying solutions that deliver real-world impact can be daunting. In this interactive breakout session, participants will debate which tech innovations are truly driving progress toward decarbonization and net zero. After the breakout discussions, groups will reconvene to share fresh insights on what’s working, what’s not, and where future opportunities lie in making corporate real estate more sustainable.
5:25 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Workplace Revolution: Aligning People, Processes, and Tech
The success of any workplace program relies on the seamless alignment of four critical pillars: people, place, process, and tools. As workplace expectations are changing quickly, it’s imperative that organizations adopt a holistic and inclusive approach, breaking down silos to foster environments that are not only efficient but also sustainable and human centered. This session will examine the strategies needed to harmonize these pillars, addressing both environmental and human sustainability, technological integration, and the creation of spaces that resonate with purpose and inclusivity.
Moderators: Francisco Acoba, EY
Speakers: Andrew Farah, Density; Raj Singh, JLL Spark; Steve Woods, Gensler
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Networking & Cocktail Reception
Network with colleagues, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks at day’s end. You’ll also have an opportunity to meet our Technology Solution Provider partners and explore the latest CRE products and services in the EXPO area.
Wednesday | November 20
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Location: Guildhouse
AI in Action: Crafting Adaptive, Human-Centered Workspaces of Tomorrow
As AI and data analytics revolutionize workplace design, we’re entering a new era where spaces become increasingly adaptive, responsive, and centered on individual human needs. In this session, Arjun Kaicker from Zaha Hadid Architects will explore the latest advances in AI-driven workplace strategies, highlighting real-world applications of generative design, occupant experience modeling, and AI-enhanced environmental controls. Through these examples, we’ll examine how intelligent design fosters collaboration, well-being, and innovation, transforming the way we work and interact with our environments.
Speakers: Arjun Kaicker, Zaha Hadid Architects
9:00 am - 9:40 am
Location: Guildhouse
Smart Workplace Synergy: Current Integration and Future Horizons for Merging Building Tech with Employee Experience
Smart buildings and employee experience application offer significant benefits, but they don’t operate in isolation. Their true potential is unleashed when they converge. Combining building and experiential technologies can lead to smarter resource management, healthier environments, and improved employee satisfaction and productivity. This session explores how building and experience technologies integrate to create a seamless, efficient, and human-centric work environment. The panel will present real-world examples of this integration, highlighting both challenges and benefits, and discussing opportunities for the future.
Moderators: Emmanuel Daniel, Alosanar
Speakers: Michael Beteag, Alosanar; Brett Fisher, ServiceNow; Clament Lijoy, EY; Francisco Ruiz, Adobe
9:40 am - 10:10 am
Location: Guildhouse
Open Forum Discussion | Navigating the Tech Maze: Uncovering What Really Works in Workplace Design & Strategy
In today’s fast-changing workplace landscape, corporate real estate professionals face the challenge of creating effective, agile, and employee-focused spaces. This interactive breakout session offers a unique opportunity to exchange insights, best practices, and challenges in workplace design and strategy. Attendees will engage in small group discussions to explore what’s working—and what’s not—within their own organizations, exploring real-world examples and practical solutions. After these focused discussions, key takeaways and actionable highlights will be shared with the larger group, creating a collaborative space for learning and inspiration.
10:10 am - 10:35 am
Location: Guildhouse
Navigating the Tech Maze: Recap & Open Discussion
In today’s fast-changing workplace landscape, corporate real estate professionals face the challenge of creating effective, agile, and employee-focused spaces. This interactive breakout session offers a unique opportunity to exchange insights, best practices, and challenges in workplace design and strategy. Attendees will engage in small group discussions to explore what’s working—and what’s not—within their own organizations, exploring real-world examples and practical solutions. After these focused discussions, key takeaways and actionable highlights will be shared with the larger group, creating a collaborative space for learning and inspiration.
10:35 am - 10:55 am
Location: Guildhouse
5G DAS Deployments in Corporate Real Estate: Gateway of Pacific Case Study
5G technology is critical to supporting growing communication needs that are increasing exponentially. As of today, Learn how Gateway of Pacific, a landmark office and laboratory campus in South San Francisco’s biotech hub, leverages 5G technology to provide unmatched mobile coverage and capacity across its state-of-the-art facilities. The advanced DAS infrastructure meets high user demands for seamless connectivity in both common and high-traffic areas, ensuring robust mobile experiences for tenants. Designed with future applications in mind, this adaptable wireless system enhances tenant satisfaction and supports ongoing innovation within this dynamic urban park setting.
Speakers: Tony Schaffer, HALO Networks
10:55 am - 11:25 am
Location: Guildhouse
Networking Break
11:25 am - 12:10 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Architecting Enterprise Excellence: Mastering Corporate RE's Data Landscape
A robust and holistic data architecture is essential for driving strategic insights, innovation, and competitive advantage. This session will explore the critical role of organizing data to ensure data quality, accessibility, security, and scalability – foundations that are vital for leveraging advanced analytics and AI applications. Our panel will guide you through the journey of designing and implementing an effective data framework, covering best practices for data collection, storage, processing, and management. A special emphasis will be placed on seamless data integration, rigorous governance, and compliance strategies that protect data integrity while aligning with regulatory requirements.
Speakers: Drew DePriest, McKesson; Kapil Lahoti, CBRE; Neil Ross, Walmart; Diego Val, Trebellar
12:10 pm - 12:40 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Portfolio Densification: Crafting a Resilient Asset Optimization Strategy for Maximum Impact
As remote work reshapes the post-COVID workplace, many organizations are seeking innovative ways to create workplace experiences that not only entice their top talent back but also optimize operational costs. Targeting a 30-45% reduction in real estate footprints, companies focus on strategic site selection based on utilization, costs, site importance, age, employee proximity, and lease terms. This session will explore how a data-driven methodology can transform your real estate portfolio, enhance workplace experiences, and position your organization for success in the evolving work landscape.
Speakers: Charles Whiteley, AECOM
12:40 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Navigating the Future of AI in the Workplace
3D maps and intuitive wayfinding are transforming smart buildings by enhancing navigation and empowering employees. This session covers the future of workplace trends such as AI Mapping for scalable enterprise solutions, App Clips for quick-access interactions, IoT integration to connect physical and digital spaces, and GenAI for personalized, automated assistance. Featuring a LinkedIn case study, attendees will see how Pointr’s tech supports turn-by-turn wayfinding, desk booking, and more, driving efficiency and enhancing the hybrid work experience in modern workplaces.
Speakers: Tal Rotman, Pointr
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Lunch
1:45 pm - 2:10 pm
Location: Guildhouse
AI's Role in Corporate Real Estate: Tech, Timelines, and Trailblazing Use Cases
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the corporate real estate industry, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and growth. With advancements in machine learning, data analytics, automation, and generative AI, it now excels at analyzing data, automating processes, , and optimizing building operations. This session explores key AI technologies, adoption timelines, and pioneering use cases setting new industry standards. By addressing technological readiness, investment needs, and organizational change management, the panel provides insights into leveraging AI for new opportunities while acknowledging its limitations and risks.
Moderators: Jim Young, Realcomm
Speakers: Josh Bradshaw, WorkTechWork; Steven McKissick, MRI Software
2:10 pm - 2:35 pm
Location: Guildhouse
TECH ROUNDUP: Spatial Computing, xR & Generative AI for Commercial Property, Workspaces & Corporate Campuses
This session will get you up to speed with all the latest xR & AI tools, apps, products and services that are redefining the capture, management, operations and visualization of commercial space. We'll highlight case studies of companies leading the charge in adopting xR technology and enabling visual and conversational AI interactions with local and remote places, spaces and faces to learn what works, what doesn't and where it's all going. You’ll walk away with key insights, a list of resources to dive deeper, and a practical roadmap to prepare for this next wave of innovation.
Speakers: David Lorenzini, Draw & Code
2:35 pm - 3:20 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Data Coordination 2.0: Building a Resilient OT Data Framework for Corporate Real Estate
An effective OT data strategy is essential for ensuring the success of any operational data application. It entails dealing with the challenges of managing data standards, databases (IDL, datamarts, data warehouses), data-consuming application standards, and much more. This session will examine the multi-faceted approach required to develop and maintain a robust data governance framework that seamlessly integrates organizational insight, strategic foresight, and analytical rigor. Our panelists will share their experiences through the critical stages of establishing, updating, and implementing a comprehensive data strategy, including examples of research projects that have utilized their OT data.
Speakers: Lincoln Bleveans, Stanford University; Jacques de Chalendar, Stanford University; Chris Guest, Stanford University; Gerry Hamilton, Stanford University; Paarth Shukla, Stanford University
3:20 pm - 3:40 pm
Location: Guildhouse
What’s Next for Cellular: A Roadmap for Property Owners
As cellular providers scale back on in-building enterprise investments, property owners can take the lead to enhance services, property value, and tenant satisfaction. This session explores the importance of cellular connectivity as a critical amenity for encouraging return-to-office and boosting productivity. We’ll cover the state of the industry, solution options, and actionable steps for identifying connectivity gaps to future-proof enterprise environments.
Speakers: Jim Martin, Dense Air; Mark Meuleman, Dense Air
3:40 pm - 4:05 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Networking Break
The evolution of Generative AI (GenAI) from basic pattern recognition to sophisticated multimodal applications represents a transformative leap in AI capabilities. As organizations strive to harness the power of GenAI, they face the challenge of navigating rapid technological changes and identifying the most impactful applications. In this insightful session, panelists will share their experiences and innovative strategies for successfully integrating GenAI into corporate real estate operations. Key topics will include overcoming challenges related to integration, ensuring data privacy and security, managing resource constraints, maintaining quality, and achieving a clear ROI.
4:05 pm - 4:40 pm
Location: Guildhouse
GenAI Adoption and Integration: Navigating the New Frontier in Your Organization
The evolution of machine learning from basic pattern recognition to sophisticated applications represents a transformative leap in AI capabilities. As organizations strive to harness the power of AI, they face the challenge of navigating rapid technological changes and identifying the most impactful applications. In this insightful session, panelists will share their experiences and innovative strategies for successfully integrating AI into corporate real estate operations. Panelists will share case studies, before a fireside chat. Key topics will include overcoming challenges related to integration, ensuring data privacy and security, managing resource constraints, maintaining quality, and achieving a clear ROI.
Moderators: Stuart Appley, Bay Tech Advisors
Speakers: Charles Whiteley, AECOM
4:40 pm - 4:55 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Paving the Way: Phillips Edison & Company’s Pioneering AI Adoption Roadmap for Innovation
Phillips Edison and Company (PECO) is leading the way in commercial real estate by embracing artificial intelligence, with a strategic AI roadmap that sets new benchmarks for innovation. This presentation will provide and in-depth look at how PECO built a robust AI strategy, involving AI champions from various departments, to foster a culture of “train the trainers.” Discover how PECO identified the most relevant use cases for AI within the entire organization, streamlined adoption processes, and drove impactful change across the organization.
Speakers: Goutham Vulpala, Phillips Edison and Company
4:55 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Guildhouse
Close: AI in Corporate Real Estate: Ushering a New Era of Innovation
Following a day rich with discussions and insights on the applications of AI, this session will synthesize key takeaways and explore how AI is revolutionizing the way companies approach facility management, space utilization, and employee experiences. Corporate real estate experts will share their perspectives on the latest innovations, from predictive analytics and automated workflows to AI-driven sustainability solutions.
Speakers: Jim Young, Realcomm
