As we step into 2024, the landscape of property technology (PropTech) conferences promises to be more dynamic and transformative than ever before. From groundbreaking advancements in sustainability to revolutionary shifts in how we conceptualize and manage properties, this year’s lineup of PropTech conferences is poised to redefine the future of real estate.
Join us as we explore the most anticipated conferences and delve into the latest trends, insights, and discussions shaping the Proptech sphere in 2024.
Inman Connect
Date: January 23-25 Location: New York, USA Cost: $399 for the virtual access to the recorded talks Website: https://events.inman.com/inman-connect-new-york/
Inman Connect brings together professionals, experts, and innovators from various real estate industry sectors. Attending the conference lets you network with like-minded individuals, potential clients, investors, partners, and industry leaders. Building connections can open doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and insights.
Middle East Proptech Innovation Summit 2024
Date: January 30-31 Location: Dubai, UAE Cost: $795 for Individual Pass Website: https://dubaiproptech.com/
- Focus on Proptech in the Middle East: The summit focused specifically on the intersection of property and technology within the Middle East region. This could include discussions on trends, challenges, and opportunities unique to the Middle Eastern real estate market.
- Regional Perspective: The summit offered insights into how proptech is evolving and being adopted in countries across the Middle East, considering factors such as regulatory frameworks, cultural considerations, and economic trends.
- Innovative Technologies: Attendees explored the latest innovative technologies and solutions transforming the real estate industry in the Middle East. This included discussions on smart buildings, AI-driven property management systems, blockchain applications, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) tools, and more.
London Proptech Show
Date: February 27-28 Location: London, UK Cost: FREE visitor passes available. £396 for the General Delegate Pass. Website: https://proptechshow.com/
The London Proptech Show stands out as a premier event where the convergence of property and technology is showcased for one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets. It offers a unique platform for exploring innovations tailored to the intricacies of London’s property landscape, from smart city initiatives to disruptive startups.
Attendees can expect a blend of visionary insights, networking opportunities, and practical applications of proptech tailored to London’s urban challenges and opportunities. The event serves as a focal point for industry leaders, investors, and innovators seeking to drive forward the future of real estate technology within London and beyond.
RETCON 2024
Date: April 1-3 Location: New York, USA Cost: FREE passes available for startups that qualify (standard startup pass: $2495) Website: https://retconference.com/usa/
The Retcon conference focuses on the intersection of real estate and technology, offering insights, discussions, and networking opportunities for professionals in both fields. Attendees can explore cutting-edge innovations, discuss industry trends, and collaborate on leveraging technology to transform real estate. The conference benefits real estate professionals, technologists, entrepreneurs, and investors looking to stay ahead of industry advancements, forge partnerships, and drive innovation in real estate technology.
MIPIM – The Global Urban Festival
Date: March 12 - 15 Location: Cannes, France Cost: €2,220 for general pass (other options available) Website: https://www.mipim.com/en-gb.html
MIPIM, which stands for Le marché international des professionnels de l’immobilier, is an international real estate event that brings together professionals from various sectors of the property industry. Its uniqueness lies in several aspects:
- Global Reach: MIPIM is one of the largest and most prestigious real estate events globally, attracting participants from around the world. This global reach allows professionals to network, share insights, and explore investment opportunities on an international scale.
- Diverse Participants: MIPIM brings together a diverse range of participants, including investors, developers, architects, urban planners, government officials, and representatives from financial institutions and real estate companies. This diversity fosters collaboration and the exchange of ideas across different sectors of the industry.
- Focus on Innovation: MIPIM provides a platform for showcasing innovative technologies, trends, and projects shaping the future of the real estate industry. From sustainable development and smart cities to digital innovation and urban planning, MIPIM highlights cutting-edge solutions and ideas driving the industry forward.
- Knowledge Sharing: MIPIM features a comprehensive conference program featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops covering a wide range of topics relevant to the real estate sector. This emphasis on knowledge sharing enables participants to stay informed about the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry.
- Deal Making: MIPIM provides a conducive environment for deal-making and business development. The event facilitates networking opportunities, meetings, and exhibitions where participants can forge partnerships, explore investment opportunities, and negotiate deals.
Overall, MIPIM’s uniqueness lies in its ability to serve as a global platform for collaboration, innovation, and business development within the real estate industry.
The topics for 2024 will include:
- Better infrastructures in an age of risk, scarcity, and emergency
- The Future of Life Sciences Real Estate: Navigating New Frontiers
- Build-to-Rent and Coliving in the Capital
- A New Economic Normal – How Investors and Operators Should Adapt, and many more
PropTech Summit
Date: April 10 - 11 Location: Hamburg, Germany Cost: €460 - Expo Only Pass (other options also available) Website: https://proptechsummit.eu/
At the summit, attendees can expect insightful discussions on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and virtual reality that are revolutionizing property development, management, and investment.
Furthermore, the event often showcases promising startups unveiling disruptive platforms and tools designed to streamline processes, enhance user experiences, and drive efficiencies across various segments of the real estate ecosystem.
Topics for the 2024 conference will include:
- Ecosystem instead of silo thinking
- The connected building
- Standardization for residential construction
- And many more.
CRETech London
Date: May 8 - 9 Location: London, UK Cost: £599 - General Attendee Pass (other options available) Website: https://events.cretech.com/
CRETech London serves as a premier platform that brings together key players from the commercial real estate (CRE) and technology sectors to delve into innovations shaping the future of the industry. The event highlights many technological advancements and disruptive solutions tailored for various facets of commercial real estate, including asset management, leasing, tenant experience, and sustainability initiatives.
Speakers for the 2024 conference will include:
- Hanif Kara OBE, Engineer, akt II
- Ed Parsons, Geospatial Technologist, Google
- Juliette Morgan, ESG Consultancy Director, Gensler
- Emily Wright, Head of Content, CREtech
- Martyn Evans, Creative Director, Landsec U+I
- Simon Henzell-Thomas, Global Director Climate and Nature, Ingka Group (IKEA)
- Smith Mordak, Chief Executive, UKGBC
- David Camp, Chief Executive, Stanhope PLC
- Oliver Tyler, Director, WilkinsonEyre
- Linda Chandler, Chief Digital Officer, Olympia Estate
- Sarah Ratcliffe, Chief Executive Officer, Better Buildings Partnership
- Paul Williams, CEO, DERWENT LONDON Plc
- and many more.
With a focus on fostering collaboration and strategic partnerships between traditional CRE firms and technology disruptors, CRETech London provides a valuable platform for industry stakeholders to stay abreast of emerging trends and harness the transformative power of technology in commercial real estate.
PropTech Symposium Denmark
Date: May 13 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Cost: 1,995.00 DKK (PropTech Member) and 4,995.00 DKK (non-PropTech Member) Website: https://www.proptechdk.dk/symposium
The PropTech Symposium in Denmark offers an exclusive platform for unveiling your solutions, branding your company, and introducing innovations to a select audience of real estate executives. Engage in top-tier networking events, inspiring discussions, innovative sessions, and stimulating debates. Connect with peers in real estate innovation, thought leaders, and Proptech startups from across the Nordics.
Gain insights from global real estate leaders and Proptech experts as they share strategies for addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by technology and sustainability. For startups and scaleups, it presents a distinct opportunity to network with industry leaders and showcase their solutions.
PropTech Latam Summit Week
Date: June 3 -7 Location: Mexico City, Mexico Cost: starting at $800 Website: https://proptechlatamsummit.com/
PropTech Latam Summit Week stands out for its focus on the intersection of technology and the Latin American real estate market. One unique aspect is its emphasis on addressing the specific challenges and opportunities present in the Latin American property technology (PropTech) ecosystem.
The summit provides a platform for PropTech startups, investors, developers, and industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and innovate within the region. It highlights emerging trends, showcases disruptive technologies, and fosters partnerships that drive digital transformation and sustainable growth across the Latin American real estate industry.
The event’s regional focus and its role in accelerating PropTech innovation in Latin America distinguish it within the broader global PropTech landscape.
Blueprint – The Future of the Built World
Date: September 17 - 19 Location: Las Vegas, USA Cost: $1595 for all-access pass (other options available) Website: https://blueprintvegas.com/
Blueprint Las Vegas stands as the foremost event catering to industry executives, startups in real estate and construction technology, and venture capitalists. It represents the largest and most internationally diverse congregation of industry trailblazers and innovators shaping the transformation of the built environment, spanning construction to transaction.
Over the course of three days, participants engage in networking, learning, and fostering ecosystem progress. With trillions of dollars in assets and the convergence of top global innovators, Blueprint emerges as the epicenter where the future of the built world unfolds.
PropTech Connect
Date: September 4 - 5 Location: London, UK Cost: £281 for general pass (other options available) Website: https://proptechconnect.com/
Hailed as Europe’s Largest PropTech Event, PropTech Connect covers a wide spectrum of issues and opportunities in the real estate and property management sectors, including:
- leveraging sustainability for business advantage
- incorporating artificial intelligence into data management
- enhancing commercial property management practices
- accelerating decarbonization efforts through data utilization
- adapting to changing roles of real estate agents
- exploring investment prospects in Central European markets
- understanding global office trends
- utilizing modern information management tools
- responding to residential market shifts
- optimizing Real Estate Private Equity strategies
- designing modern workspaces,
- implementing innovative solutions in the rapidly evolving retail sector, etc.
These topics collectively address the challenges and advancements reshaping the real estate industry and offer insights into strategies for success in various segments of the market.
REAL PropTech Conference
Date: September 4 - 5 Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany Cost: starting from €199 (but the booking period is over) Website: https://realproptech.de/
Germany’s most important conference on PropTech, digitalization, and transformation of the construction and real estate industry is launching for the 8th time in 2024. At the forefront of this platform are high-profile keynotes, relevant insights, and visionary panels on stages and in sessions, as well as targeted matchmaking, networking, and reunions with relevant decision-makers and influencers in the digital construction and real estate industry, PropTech founders, and venture capitalists.
ULI Fall Meeting
Date: October 28 - 30 Location: Las Vegas, USA Cost: starting from €199 (but the booking period is over) Website: https://fall.uli.org/
The ULI Fall Meeting, hosted by the Urban Land Institute (ULI), is a premier event that gathers top real estate professionals, thought leaders, and policymakers to discuss and address the most pressing issues facing urban development and land use. It offers a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring innovative solutions to challenges such as sustainability, resilience, and inclusive development. The meeting is known for its high-quality programming, featuring insightful sessions, expert speakers, and interactive discussions that shape the future of the built environment.
Mission Commitments:
- CONNECT active, passionate, diverse members through the foremost global network of interdisciplinary professionals
- INSPIRE best practices for equitable and sustainable land use through content, education, convening, mentoring, and knowledge sharing
- LEAD in solving community and real estate challenges through applied collective global experience and philanthropic engagement
CRETech New York
Date: November 13 - 14 Location: New York, USA Cost: $499 for the general pass (other options available) Website: https://events.cretech.com/
Discover the future of the built world with CREtech New York! This unparalleled conference brings together leading technology providers, real estate firms, government officials, advisory entities, and venture investors for a journey into innovation, sustainability, and real estate.
Evolving alongside the industry, CREtech New York showcases the top-performing real estate companies and development projects, offering insights into how the built world can adapt to today’s marketplace challenges. Keep an eye out for updates, speaker reveals, and our agenda unveiling!