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The Real Estate Conference Program at Realcomm is designed to give BUILDING OWNERS, DEVELOPERS, CIOs / CTOs, PROPERTY MANAGERS, ASSET MANAGERS, FACILITY MANAGERS, and ENERGY / SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTORS the technology tools they need to positively impact the bottom line of their companies — from automating business processes, to general technology solutions specifically for real estate organizations, to smarter intelligent building technologies. We're continuously adding sessions and speakers, so check back regularly!

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Wednesday | June 4

7:30 am - 9:00 am 105	Converged: General Events Real Talk Sunrise Session Start your day with Breaking Barriers, a dynamic session centered on the critical roles leadership and mentorship play in shaping the future of real estate. In an industry that thrives on relationships and innovation, strong leaders and intentional mentors are key to unlocking potential, inspiring growth, and driving lasting impact. This session invites emerging and established professionals alike to explore how guidance, support, and shared experience can break down professional barriers and elevate the next generation of industry changemakers. Join the conversation on how cultivating mentorship and leading with purpose can transform careers, companies, and the broader real estate landscape.
9:00 am - 10:30 am 105	Converged: General Events Workshop \| Agentic AI Innovation Exchange: Strategy and Use Cases for the Built Environment Agentic AI represents the next evolution of artificial intelligence - moving beyond task-based automation to intelligent systems capable of making decisions, adapting to new information, and pursuing goals with minimal human input. In the built environment, this opens the door to transformative possibilities: autonomous workflows, proactive asset management, and intelligent building systems that learn and improve over time. This 90-minute session brings together early adopters to share how they’re beginning to implement agentic AI across commercial real estate. We’ll start by defining agentic AI - and clarifying how it differs from conventional AI - before diving into real-world use cases, strategic objectives, and organizational readiness. What does it take to get started? What are the risks and rewards? And how can you position your team to lead in this rapidly emerging space? With limited seating to encourage participation, this Innovation Exchange is designed for real estate tech leader seeking clarity, direction, and inspiration in this next wave of intelligent automation. Speakers: Stuart Appley Bay Tech Advisors Stuart Appley Founder Stuart is an award-winning digital innovation and transformation leader recognized for strategic leadership. As the founder of Bay Tech Advisors, Stua Stuart Appley Founder Bay Tech Advisors Stuart is an award-winning digital innovation and transformation leader recognized for strategic leadership. As the founder of Bay Tech Advisors, Stuart is an advisor to various PropTech startups and VCs and he provides Digital and Technology advice to firms across the real estate, private equity, and investment management industries. Stuart is currently on the board of the US Proptech Council and was previously an Innovation & Technology leader at CBRE, where he led their technology and smart buildings work at Google. Gary Bailey Phillips Edison & Company Gary Bailey SVP & CIO As the SVP & CIO at Phillips Edison & Company (PECO), Gary Bailey oversees the IT application development and both the enterprise application developm Gary Bailey SVP & CIO Phillips Edison & Company As the SVP & CIO at Phillips Edison & Company (PECO), Gary Bailey oversees the IT application development and both the enterprise application development and infrastructure teams. He leads with operational excellence and innovation, delivering IT solutions that support the company's vision and goals. PECO is one of the nation's largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers. Gary has been with PECO for 18 years, and has 24 years of IT experience, including 8 years as a Lead Network Engineer in an IT consultant role. 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 MIH Advisors Sunder Pappu Principal Sunder Pappu Principal MIH Advisors Goutham Vulpala Phillips Edison and Company Goutham Vulpala VP, Enterprise Applications Goutham Vulpala is currently AVP, Enterprise Applications at Phillips Edison & Company. In his current role, Goutham manages a team responsible of ent Goutham Vulpala VP, Enterprise Applications Phillips Edison and Company Goutham Vulpala is currently AVP, Enterprise Applications at Phillips Edison & Company. In his current role, Goutham manages a team responsible of enterprise application architecture, development, and data analytics. Previously, he was with Citibank where he was the application development group manager responsible for ATM application development and customer survey data analytics. Goutham also was with Cincinnati Bell where he held various senior positions in IT.
9:00 am - 10:30 am 109	Converged: General Events Smarter Connected Buildings Forum The smart building conversation continues to evolve. As we enter the second year of the Smarter Connected Buildings Forum, the session builds on the foundation of connected, integrated, and IP-centric building strategies. Today’s smart buildings are no longer about isolated systems and siloed solutions. Instead, they're dynamic, interoperable environments designed for performance, flexibility, and the future. IBcon remains at the forefront of this transformation, and the Forum is an essential part of that mission. Back by popular demand, event delivers a focused deep dive into the strategies, technologies, and real-world applications shaping next-gen smart buildings. With a collaborative, single-room format and minimal interruptions, it’s an ideal setting for real estate professionals to engage in high-level discussions, explore case studies, challenge ideas, and discover the innovations driving the industry forward. Whether you’re just beginning your smart building journey or looking to scale and refine your approach, the Smarter Connected Buildings Forum, combined with the full IBcon experience, offers an unmatched opportunity to learn, connect, and lead in 2025.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Savannah Convention Center	Converged: General Events Smart Building Best Practice Showcase The Smart Building Best Practice Showcase returns to Realcomm \| IBcon. For this super-session, we've assembled some of the world’s most innovative commercial and corporate sites, with a full spectrum of transformational technologies. These projects show state-of-the-art integrations, infrastructure and security, BIoT, sustainable energy platforms, 5G-ready connectivity, PoE, and so much more. In this showcase setting, attendees will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with representatives for each project who will share their strategies and address topics such as energy conservation, operational efficiency, enhanced occupant experience, sustainability achievement and financial optimization.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Savannah Convention Center	Converged: General Events AI \| Process Automation Showcase Returning this year is the AI / Process Automation Case Studies Showcase, focusing on the innovative integration of artificial intelligence and process automation within the commercial real estate sector. This interactive segment is designed to illuminate the forefront of AI and RPA applications, presenting a curated collection of cutting-edge projects that redefine what's possible in the industry. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore the narratives behind these pioneering initiatives, gaining insights directly from the visionaries and technical experts who are reshaping the landscape of commercial real estate through AI and automation. Each case study has been meticulously selected to showcase not only the transformative potential of AI and automation technologies but also the practicalities of their implementation – from the initial conception to the final execution and beyond.

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