PropTech Next Summit: 8-9 December, 2021
AUSTRALASIA’S PREMIER ANNUAL EVENT FOCUSED ON REAL ESTATE INNOVATION
The Covid-19 pandemic has completely disrupted the real estate industry. The need to digitally transform has never been greater or the stakes so high. That’s why hundreds of senior real estate technology and innovation leaders are attending the Proptech NEXT Summit this December.
The Proptech NEXT Summit features over 60 local and international speakers representing top tier companies from across the real estate ecosystem who will share their knowledge and insights with you. If you’re responsible for ensuring the future growth and success of your organisation through the use of technology, then this is where you need to be.
Whether you’re a technology founder, property owner, property manager, venture capitalist, agency, building developer, regulator, urban planner or something else, the Proptech NEXT Summit is where you can source the latest ideas and products and build important relationships.
- Find out what it takes to become a digital first innovative business
- Hear how global megatrends such as ESG, hybrid work, AI & Automation, Build to Rent, Geospatial and more are transforming real estate
- Get advice on how to embrace and implement technology to solve your biggest challenges
- Gain insights around the biggest tech implementation hurdles and solutions for overcoming these
- Learn how to identify the right tech partners to ensure successful roll-out
- Understand what factors determine the success of Proptech start-ups
When
Wednesday 8th – Thursday 9th December 2021
Post-conference Masterclass: Friday, 10th December
WHERE
Sofitel Darling Harbour – Sydney, Australia + Virtual
OUR PARTNERS
Our Speakers
BRENDAN WALLACE
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Fifth Wall – USA
HELEN LAM
Head of Innovation and Development Practices, Lendlease – Singapore
SHARMILA TSOURDALAKIS
Chief Information & Technology Officer, Stockland – Australia
AARON MCGHEE
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, Knight Frank – Australia
SHERIDAN WARE
Chief Information & Technology Officer, Charter Hall – Australia
ANTHONY LIU
Head of Technology & Innovation Asia, Goodman Asia – Hong Kong
DIVYA PALL
Head of Innovation, Hines – India
AARON BLOCK
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, MetaProp.vc – USA
LIDIA RIBAROVSKA
Head of Technology, Multiplex – Australia
ED PARSONS
Geospatial Technology Evangelist, Google – UK
ALEX FUERSCHKE
Head of Building Technology Infrastructure, Dexus – Australia
VINCENT SEE
Head of New Ventures, Swire Properties – Hong Kong
BRIDGET WILKINS
Director – Community Engagement, Built-ID – UK
DUKE LONG
Entrepreneur in Residence, Second Century Ventures/Reach – USA
DUSHYANT SHRIVASTAVA
Head of Digital & Data – Australia Hub, Laing O’Rourke – Australia
ALAN LANDAU
CVC & Special Project Manager, Ananda Development Public Company – Thailand
BEN WONG
Head of Open Innovation, Eureka Nova New World Development – Hong Kong
AMALIA PAZ
Founding Partner, Bricks Proptech Innovation – Israel
OTHMANE ZRIKEM
Chief Data Officer, AO PropTech – France/Morocco
MAGNUS SVANTEGÅRD
Partner, Stronghold Invest – Sweden
ANGELICA DONATI
CEO, Donati Immobiliare Group & Advisory Partner, Concrete Ventures – Italy
DIRK PAELINCK
Chairman, European PropTech Association – Belgium
ROB PHILLPOT
Chief Executive Officer, Gravel Road Ventures – Australia
PATRICK HARLALKA
Co-Founder, Mall of the Future & Investment Manager, Panthera Group – Australia
ANDREW MORELLO
Winner of the First Australian ‘The Apprentice’, Head of Business, The Entourage – Australia
RACHAEL YUEN
Manager, Asia PropTech – Hong Kong
PRAKASH SENGHANI
Founder, Navatech Group – UAE
METE VARAS
Founder, Euro/Asia PropTech Initiative – UAE
SAMMY PAHAL
Managing Director, UK Proptech Association – UK
RICHARD FERRIS
Chief Technology Officer, AsBuilt – Australia
TAL FRIEDMAN
Chief Executive Officer, Foldstruct – Israel
MATTHEW BARBUTO
Co-Founder, Ynomia – Australia
NAMI HAYATA
Global Team Leader, PropTech JAPAN
CHRISTIAN JØLCK
Founding Partner, 2150.vc – Denmark
SYLVIA PAVLOVA
Founder, PropTech Bulgaria
MENNO LAMMERS
Founder & Quartermaster, PropTech for Good – Netherlands
NADIM STUB
Managing Director, Proptech Denmark – Denmark
ALEXANDER UBACH–UTERMÖHL
Chairman, German PropTech Initiative – Germany
KRISTIAN BUTCHER
Chief Executive Officer, Build AI – Australia
ELINOR MOSHE
Podcast Host, Constructing You & Founder, The Construction Coach – Australia
PAUL SAUNDERS
Chief Executive Officer, Asia Principal Capital – Australia
DEB NOLLER
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Switch Automation – Singapore
STEPHEN MACDONALD
Founder, The Proptech Connection – Australia
ELIZABBETH SIEW
President, PropTech Association of Malaysia
ISAAC J COONAN
Founder, PropTech Brisbane – Australia
LYNNE THORNTON
Co-Founder & Director, Groundfloor – Australia
TIM STEWART
Co-Founder, Exergenics – Australia
TRENT KNOX
Chief Executive Officer, EP&T Global – Australia
MARK BLUM
Chief Executive Officer, Cognian – Australia
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
- World leading speakers – Hear from over 60 leading industry experts including the largest Proptech VCs from Europe and the USA, leading Proptech buyers from Asia-Pacific as well as proven and emerging Proptechs
- Superior insights – Access a program that looks at all issues related to developing, scaling, buying and implementing Proptech
- Global trends – Hear from speakers from all corners of the globe and learn about key regional trends, and how these might play out in your part of the world
- Case studies – Hear real world examples of the impact Proptech is having across all types of assets and job functions
- Investor perspective – Hear how Proptechs are reshaping the future of real estate investment globally, and where the smart money is going
- Find partners – Participate in match-making sessions and connect with companies that can positively impact your organisation
- Save time and money – Attend the one event that delivers all the Proptech knowledge and connections you need
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Seats are strictly limited. Summit will start in
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Summit Program
- Day 1December 8, 2021
08:00 - 08:45
Main conference registration & morning coffee
08:45 - 09:00
Chairman’s opening remarks
THE BIG PROPERTY RESET: COVID-19 DISRUPTION & THE BIG TECHNOLOGY OPPORTUNITY
09:00 - 09:20
Examining the Global Proptech landscape and where Australia is positioned for growth
In this session we get an update on the development of the industry globally, where is Australia placed and what mega trends are driving change and innovation in the industry.
- Looking at the global investment overview and examining the key themes and sectors being invested in today. How has it changed and how may it change over the next decade?
- Where is Australia relative to the global landscape?
- Where we are in innovation cycle and what is the future?
09:20 - 10:05
Tech Transformation Leaders Panel: Australia Under the Spotlight - How are Australian building owners, operators and developers finding, adopting and investing in Proptech?
In this session we look at how Proptech and Contech use has grown exponentially in Australia and why CIOs now need Proptech more than ever. This session will examine:
- The state of collaboration and innovation in the Australian Proptech sector
- Australian market dynamics in focus: growth, capital investment, and innovation in real estate and the drive to enhance sustainability
- What technologies are on the rise across the different asset sectors in Australia and across the broader APAC region?
- What’s needed to drive adoption of Proptech within the built world to the next level?
Panellists include:Moderated by:10:05 - 10:50
Buyers Roundtable: Examining the uptake, development and use of Proptech across APAC
In this session we examine the variety of user perspectives of Proptech in Australia from leading developers, building owners and construction companies. We ask how they evaluate Proptech, the decision making process and how they incorporate new technologies into their organisation.
- Identifying the right Proptech to buy from and invest in – what to look for?
- How to get relevant stakeholder buy in – driving outcomes while avoiding inertia
- Things all Proptech’s should know to enhance their chances of getting a deal done
- From pilot to full scale roll-out – obstacles to be aware of in advance
Panellists include:Moderated by:10:50 - 11:30
Morning coffee & networking break
FOCUS ON COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
11:30 - 11:55
International Fireside Chat I - How is Proptech enabling CRE players to emerge bigger and better post Covid-19?
In this session we get an update on the impact Proptech is having on the commercial real estate sector, and the role it will play in determining success in a post Covid world from Duke Long. Duke has over twenty years’ experience in real estate and technology, across all asset classes of commercial real estate. Duke advises and sits on several start up boards and holds leadership positions in numerous real estate technology-focused organisations such as Second Century Ventures which is backed by more than 1.4 million members of the National Association of Realtors NAR.
Guest include:11:55 - 12:20
Sine case study – Innovation never stops, and why you should never let a good crisis go to waste
12:20 - 13:00
Proptech Innovation Spotlight I: Integrating new technologies into commercial buildings
In this session, we hear from leading international Proptech start-ups and scale-ups who are delivering solutions to meet the current challenges facing commercial real estate. The founders will share their insights into why they have developed these solutions and how their tech will transform key aspects of the sector.
Proptech 1 – Antony Ceravolo, Founder, Sine
Proptech 2 – Tim Stewart, Co-Founder, Exergenics
Proptech 3 – Trent Knox, Chief Executive Officer, EP&T Global
Proptech 4 – Mark Blum, Chief Executive Officer, Cognian
Panellists include:Moderated by:13:00 - 14:00
Networking lunch & showcase viewing
FOCUS ON INNOVATION
14:00 - 14:30
International Keynote Fireside Chat II: Proptech Innovation: Uncovering the secrets to seeding greatness in Proptechs globally
Divya Pall is Head of Innovation for Hines India and part of the global Innovation Team. Divya is tasked with identifying, developing and scaling Proptechs for Hines and their portfolio of property assets valued in excess of US$160 Billion across 240 cities in 27 countries globally. In the past year Divya has evaluated over 100 Proptechs, piloted 18 and rolled out 6 into their portfolio. In this session we examine what they look for in a Proptech, how they identify, scale and incorporate them across their mega portfolio of real estate assets globally.
- How Hines identifies and develops the highest potential, biggest impact start-ups
- What are the most promising tech plays and sectors today?
- Where are Hines looking for start-ups globally?
- How will tech transform all real estate sectors?
- What’s NEXT for the property industry and Proptechs globally?
Guest include:FOCUS ON CONSTRUCTION
14:30 - 15:00
Developing the building blocks for a comprehensive digital engineering & construction strategy
In this session, we look at how construction companies can best adopt, use and integrate Contech and digital engineering technologies into their design and construction process.
- BIM and Contech: how much of the build phase is being digitalised in Australia today?
- Examining the key tech behind the use and popularity of DFMA
- Leveraging blockchain, AI, and IoT technologies across the entire construction value chain
- Establishing partnerships with leading local and global technology partners
15:00 - 15:45
Contech Innovation Spotlight: New technologies for designing, building, delivering and managing construction projects
In this session, we hear from leading international Contechs who are each delivering solutions to meet the current challenges of construction in the Digital Era. The founders will share their insights into why they developed these solutions and how their tech will transform key aspects of the Construction sector.
Panellists include:Moderated by:15:45 - 16:15
Afternoon coffee & networking break
FOCUS ON THE VC’S AND WHAT THEY WANT FROM PROPTECHS
16:15 - 17:00
VC PANEL: What are Proptech VCs doing to deliver maximum value to their investors, partners, and portfolio companies?
In this session we hear from the VC’s themselves and how they are working with Proptech’s as well as their Investors and the buyers themselves to provide value to all parties and the industry overall.
- Focusing on the right technologies and making the right bets
- Helping portfolio companies respond and benefit from accelerated change
- Identifying opportunities for more mature start-ups to exit and return capital and profits to LPs
Panellists include:Moderated by:17:00 - 17:30
Locknote Fireside Chat III: Europe - Looking at how developments in Europe may shape industry trends in Australia
Magnus has been named as a top 10 Global Influencer in Proptech (twice) and is a dedicated Senior Advisor and Chief Product Officer with a 25+ year track record in developing world-class digital solutions. He spent 19 years as Chief Product Officer at the Proptech start up Datscha (Swe) which in 2019 was sold to Real Capital Analytics (US). His role as a Partner at Stronghold Invest includes the digital transformation of existing real estate portfolio companies (Newsec & NIAM), scouting and managing investment opportunities in global Proptech start-up space. In this session, we hear what drives him; what are the secrets to his success; in addition to what’s it like to lecture at Cambridge; complete 2 ironman and of course what trends is he seeing that will impact Australia?
Guest include:17:30 - 18:30
Chair’s closing remarks & networking reception
- Day 2December 9, 2021
08:30 - 09:00
Registration & morning coffee
09:00 - 09:10
Chair’s opening remarks
PLANTING SEEDS AND POLISHING DIAMONDS
09:10 - 09:40
Opening Address - How to build and scale a leading start-up – the secrets of success explained
In this session we hear from Andrew Morello, the Winner of the first Australian ‘The Apprentice’ on what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. Andrew is an experienced venture capitalist and avid property investor and in his role with ‘The Entourage’ he works with start-ups to help them scale. A day ahead of his masterclass on the same topic, Andrew will lift the lid on the secrets to success, the most common mistakes start-ups make and lessons for to those looking to be the next Australian Unicorn.
09:40 - 10:15
International Fireside Chat IV: How to catch a Unicorn - Accelerating Proptechs and the story behind the success of Fifth Wall
In this session, we hear from Brendan Wallace, the Co-Founder of the largest VC fund devoted to real estate, with over $1 billion of assets under management. We hear about the evolution of Fifth Wall and how they see the future of the CRETech sector taking shape, where the next unicorn is likely to come from and the ultimate impact that tech will have upon the Built World. We take a moment to hear about the man himself and what are the secrets to his success and what drives him to be so successful.
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- Why Proptech is the solution to real estate’s Covid-19 slump
- Global Proptech markets and Australia: The state of collaboration and innovation
- Realising the ROI of Proptech and how start-ups can avoid the scaling struggles
- What are the lessons learnt along the way and what is next for Fifth Wall?
Guest include:SPEED NETWORKING
In this fast and furious networking session we bring together attendees to get to know each other, swap details and forge new business relationships.
10:40 - 11:10
Morning coffee & networking break
11:10 - 11:55
FOUNDERS PANEL: Making NEXT happen - Rise of the Proptech: Reviewing the technologies, people and companies taking the real estate industry into the “digital” era
In this session, we look at some of Australia’s most successful Proptech start-ups and examine how they have so successfully scaled up and in some cases, sold for in excess of US$1billion. We ask their Founders what drives them, how they fostered their entrepreneurial spirit the roadblocks they encountered and how they overcame them. We also look forward and ask where is the industry headed and how can new Proptechs rise to meet the challenges facing construction in the future?
- What are the factors that make a successful Proptech?
- Looking at the Founders: what traits do they feel they have in common and are crucial to success?
- Scale: how do you achieve this, and convince investors and buyers to come along for the ride?
- NEXT: what technologies have the potential to truly disrupt, transform and have an impact on carbon reduction, health and wellbeing, design and build, asset management and productivity?
Panellists include:Moderated by:11:55 - 12:40
Proptech Innovation Spotlight II – Property Development
Technological evolution has a huge influence on the property development sector. There’s a new wave of property developers that do things differently and get better results. In this session, we hear from leading Proptechs who are delivering solutions to meet major developer challenges including data collection, identification of development sites, construction, finance, asset management, tenant experience and more. The founders will share their insights into why they have developed these solutions and how their tech can be a gamechanger for those using it.
Proptech 1
Proptech 2
Proptech 3
Proptech 4Panellists include:Moderated by:12:40 - 13:40
Networking lunch & showcase viewing
CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON - FOCUS ON ASIA
13:40 - 14:25
Panel Discussion: Meet the people driving Proptech development and real estate innovation across Asia
In this session we hear from leading pioneers from the Asian Proptech scene and real estate industry. Asia is the largest continent in the world and its economic rise over the last 3 decades has been enormous. This in turn has led to monumental construction and development across all sectors of real estate. In this session we hear from the people enabling innovation in the hottest real estate market on earth.
- Examining the state of play in the Asian Proptech landscape
- What are the main differences with regards to buyer needs and Proptech adoption between the more traditional markets of Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore and the newer markets of Thailand and Malaysia?
- What developments are occurring in Asia that may impact the industry in Australia?
- What are the hottest companies and technologies that we should expect to see come out of Asia in the near future?
Panellists include:Moderated by:FOCUS ON ESG & SUSTAINABILITY
14:25 - 15:10
ESG Innovation Spotlight: Examining the role of technology in creating a more sustainable and accountable real estate industry
In this session, we hear from leading start-ups who are each delivering solutions to meet the current environmental and sustainability challenges in construction and Real Estate. The founders will share their insights into why they have developed these solutions and how their tech will drive ESG outcomes.
PropTech 1: Trent Knox, Chief Executive Officer, EP&T Global
PropTech 2:
PropTech 3:
PropTech 4:
Panellists include:Moderated by:15:10 - 15:40
INNOVATION ROUND TABLES
In this session, we bring together delegates in a series of 5 x 30 minute facilitated round table discussions, with leading industry experts. Join a table that most interests you and discuss the latest technology and industry trends with likeminded individuals. Coffee and networking will also start for those who do not wish to participate in the discussion groups.
Round Table 1: Smart Buildings
Round Table 2: Contech
Round Table 3: Leasing & Property Management
Round Table 4: Workplace/Tenant Experience
Round Table 5: VC & Investor Insights15:40 - 16:10
Afternoon coffee & networking break
BUILDINGS, PEOPLE, CLIMATE & TECH – PREDICTIONS FOR A BRAVE NEW BUILT WORD
16:10 - 16:50
Sustainability, Net Zero & Technology – Investment for Good: Examining what’s NEXT in sustainability and climatech
In this session, we hear from leading European Proptech network leaders what is next in Sustainability in Europe. What lessons have been learnt, what are they working on now, and what challenges and opportunities do they see emerging in Europe in terms of ecosystem, market, and funding.
Panellists include:Moderated by:16:50 - 17:20
Closing keynote address: Technology, data, privacy and the road ahead – predictions for business and humanity
In this final session, we hear from Ed Parsons who is the Head of Geospatial Technologies for Google. He will look at how the world has changed and explain why nothing will ever be the same again. Ed and his team are pioneering geospatial technologies that will allow people to access IOT from any and everywhere. Alexa and Siri will be all over the built world and people will be able to access information where and whenever directly into their ears or onto their eye-screens. What will this mean for humanity, privacy and what will we do with the abundance of data are just some of the areas Ed will explore as he asks you to buckle in for a glimpse of the future and just how amazing the world will be in just a few short years to come.
17:20 - 17:20
Chair’s close and end of conference
- Post Conference MasterclassDecember 10, 2021
08:30 - 13:30
Post Conference Masterclass: Uncovering the secrets to building and scaling a highly successful start-up
- Examining the four key categories
- Exploring the concept of Four Hats
- What type of business are out there – from booming to distressed
- Your 21/22 growth roadmap explored
Learn the key elements to run a successful business. Andrew Morello (Winner of the first Australian Apprentice and Head of Business Development at The Entourage) will teach everything he has learnt from his mentors – Mark Bouris, John McGrath, Gerry Harvey, Ruslan Kogan, Geraldine Cox and many others.
Andrew helps entrepreneurs and start-ups to grow their businesses from 5 figures to 6, 6 figures to 7 and 7 figures and beyond. Come and learn the tested strategies of how to grow and systemise your business so it can grow rapidly and run without you.
Led by:
Andrew Morello, Winner of the First Australian ‘The Apprentice’, Venture-Capitalist, Property Guru & Head of Business, The EntourageAndrew Morello is an awarded entrepreneur, investor, author, and the winner of the first Australian Apprentice.
Prior to becoming Head of Business Development at The Entourage, Australia’s largest training institution for entrepreneurs and business owners, Morello spent 10 years alongside Mark Bouris AM building out the Yellow Brick Road Wealth Management branch network nationally.
He has personally built an impressive property portfolio, and also led numerous community projects across Australia and internationally, including as a Founding Board Member of Project Gen Z, a social enterprise which runs entrepreneur and development programs for disadvantaged children. In recent years, Morello has summited Mount Kinabalu in Borneo and completed the Kokoda Trail to raise money for Seed Foundation, which supports indigenous health programs in remote communities.
Morello is an active member of Australia’s entrepreneurial and real estate communities, an engaging and charismatic speaker, and passionate about sharing his successes with other entrepreneurs, business owners and investors to help them reach their full potential and not waste their precious life.
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