5G | In-Building Wireless Symposium

June 13 | 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm | Pisa

Network communications have always been the foundational building block of innovation. Without robust and scalable “highways,” applications and solutions cannot evolve. Getting wireless communications deep inside buildings has long been a challenge. Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and WiFi have been the answer but are now being challenged because of the additional features that 5G, CBRS and private networks in general have to offer. In addition to cellular communications and WiFi, IOT and smart building applications provide their own set of opportunities. Unfortunately, the rapid evolution of some technologies and the overlap of solutions has resulted in industry confusion and uncertainty.

This precon event will provide a deep dive into both the challenges and opportunities for building owners and operators with respect to 5G, CBRS and other emerging in-building wireless technologies.

ADVISORS

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John Dulin John Dulin Global Consulting
John Dulin President John Dulin is a 30-year global telecom and enterprise executive and has held senior positions in product management, marketing and sales in the areas
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John Dulin
President
John Dulin Global Consulting

John Dulin is a 30-year global telecom and enterprise executive and has held senior positions in product management, marketing and sales in the areas of fiber optics, wireless and new technology development.

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Jon Morris Ballast Networks
Jon Morris CEO
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Jon Morris
CEO
Ballast Networks

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Michael Osment Bedrock Detroit
Michael Osment CTO Michael Osment is Bedrock's Chief Technology Officer leading its technology team in building services, enterprise project management systems, data man
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Michael Osment
CTO
Bedrock Detroit

Michael Osment is Bedrock's Chief Technology Officer leading its technology team in building services, enterprise project management systems, data management and IT. In this role, Osment will merge technology with physical buildings to create new environments that deliver better services, reduce energy usage and enhance digital infrastructure. Michael has more than 20 years as an information and technology executive.

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Joe Rich Related Companies
Joe Rich EVP, CIO Joe Rich is EVP, CIO of Related Companies, a privately owned real estate firm with a portfolio of over $50 billion in real estate assets owned or unde
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Joe Rich
EVP, CIO
Related Companies

Joe Rich is EVP, CIO of Related Companies, a privately owned real estate firm with a portfolio of over $50 billion in real estate assets owned or under development that is made up of best-in-class mixed-use, residential, retail, office and affordable properties in premier high-barrier-to-entry markets. Joe has over 20 years experience as a CIO focused on global cultural change within the organization.

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Nicholas Stello Vornado Realty Trust
Nicholas Stello SVP, Digital Infrastructure Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT init
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Nicholas Stello
SVP, Digital Infrastructure
Vornado Realty Trust

Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT initiatives as they relate to in-building cellular, networking, cyber security and smart building connectivity. Vornado’s unique assets have enabled Nick to both differentiate and increase the value of its properties by structuring innovative agreements with national cellular carriers and other related technology providers.

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Jim Whalen BXP
Jim Whalen SVP, CTO Jim Whalen serves as SVP and CIO/CTO responsible for the direction and implementation of technology and applications at Boston Properties, a fully int
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Jim Whalen
SVP, CTO
BXP
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Jim Whalen serves as SVP and CIO/CTO responsible for the direction and implementation of technology and applications at Boston Properties, a fully integrated real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners and developers of Class-A office properties in the United States. Over a 27-year IT career, Jim has supported real estate operations ranging from residential, construction, public housing, commercial office and retail.

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Ilan Zachar Carr
Ilan Zachar CTO Ilan Zachar is currently Chief Technology Officer at Carr Properties, a privately held REIT known for its portfolio of trophy-quality properties in th
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Ilan Zachar
CTO
Carr

Ilan Zachar is currently Chief Technology Officer at Carr Properties, a privately held REIT known for its portfolio of trophy-quality properties in the Washington D.C. In this role, Ilan leverages vision and foresight to cross-pollinate best practices, processes, systems and resources across corporate operations/affiliates. Under his leadership, this has resulted in improvements in bottom-line costs, top-line business growth/scalability, operational sustainability and high performance and overall, strengthening his company’s role as a market leader. For over 20 years, Ilan has been executive business leader and innovative technology strategist for multinational real-estate and property development companies worldwide.

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SESSIONS

Welcome and Introductions (Master Deck)
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 1:30 pm - 1:40 pm    Location: Pisa
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Speaker:
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Jim Young Realcomm
Jim Young Co-Founder & CEO Founder of Realcomm Conference Group, an education organization that produces Realcomm, IBcon and CoRE Tech, the world's leading conferences on techno
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Jim Young
Co-Founder & CEO
Realcomm
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Founder of Realcomm Conference Group, an education organization that produces Realcomm, IBcon and CoRE Tech, the world's leading conferences on technology, automated business solutions, intelligent buildings and energy efficiency for the commercial and corporate real estate industry. As CEO, Jim interacts with the largest companies globally pertaining to some of the most advanced and progressive next generation real estate projects under development.

Laying the Foundation: The Technical and Business Dynamics of Private Networks vs. DAS/Small Cells vs. WiFi
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 1:40 pm - 2:25 pm    Location: Pisa
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Moderator:
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Jim Whalen BXP
Jim Whalen SVP, CTO Jim Whalen serves as SVP and CIO/CTO responsible for the direction and implementation of technology and applications at Boston Properties, a fully int
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Jim Whalen
SVP, CTO
BXP
LinkedIn

Jim Whalen serves as SVP and CIO/CTO responsible for the direction and implementation of technology and applications at Boston Properties, a fully integrated real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners and developers of Class-A office properties in the United States. Over a 27-year IT career, Jim has supported real estate operations ranging from residential, construction, public housing, commercial office and retail.

Speakers:
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Jon Morris Ballast Networks
Jon Morris CEO
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Jon Morris
CEO
Ballast Networks

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Nicholas Stello Vornado Realty Trust
Nicholas Stello SVP, Digital Infrastructure Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT init
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Nicholas Stello
SVP, Digital Infrastructure
Vornado Realty Trust

Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT initiatives as they relate to in-building cellular, networking, cyber security and smart building connectivity. Vornado’s unique assets have enabled Nick to both differentiate and increase the value of its properties by structuring innovative agreements with national cellular carriers and other related technology providers.

Understanding the 5G+ Global Competitiveness Landscape
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 2:25 pm - 2:40 pm    Location: Pisa
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Speaker:
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Ylli Bajraktari Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP)
Ylli Bajraktari CEO
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Ylli Bajraktari
CEO
Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP)

The Las Vegas 5G Project: A Built Infrastructure Case Study at City Scale
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 2:40 pm - 3:20 pm    Location: Pisa
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Speaker:
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Ram Vadrev NTT
Ram Vadrev Senior Director, Business Development Group | New Ventures and Innovation (NV&I)
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Ram Vadrev
Senior Director, Business Development Group | New Ventures and Innovation (NV&I)
NTT

5G / CBRS and Private Networks: Hype vs. Reality
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 3:40 pm - 4:25 pm    Location: Pisa
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Moderator:
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Nicholas Stello Vornado Realty Trust
Nicholas Stello SVP, Digital Infrastructure Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT init
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Nicholas Stello
SVP, Digital Infrastructure
Vornado Realty Trust

Nicholas Stello is the SVP, Digital Infrastructure for New-York based Vornado Realty Trust. His responsibilities include leading the company's IT initiatives as they relate to in-building cellular, networking, cyber security and smart building connectivity. Vornado’s unique assets have enabled Nick to both differentiate and increase the value of its properties by structuring innovative agreements with national cellular carriers and other related technology providers.

Speakers:
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Vardahn Chaudhry JBG Smith
Vardahn Chaudhry VP, Investments, Digital Infrastructure Vardahn is a Vice President in the Investments group at JBG SMITH where he leads the firm’s Digital Infrastructure strategy and business unit. JBGS is
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Vardahn Chaudhry
VP, Investments, Digital Infrastructure
JBG Smith

Vardahn is a Vice President in the Investments group at JBG SMITH where he leads the firm’s Digital Infrastructure strategy and business unit. JBGS is deploying an urban last-mile digital infrastructure investment platform across National Landing including fiber, data centers, towers (small cells & macro), and spectrum assets. Vardahn also oversees the firm’s venture capital fund investments (~$50M equity) and various other strategic initiatives to advance adoption of new technologies. Prior to joining JBGS, Vardahn was the lead consultant in Accenture’s Smart Cities and Digital Infrastructure practice where he worked across industries (public sector, real estate, telecom, resources) on strategy, investment, and operations consulting.

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Joel Lindholm InfiniG
Joel Lindholm CEO/Co-founder Joel Lindholm is Co-Founder and CEO of InfiniG. He has over 25 years of experience in Enterprise and Mobile networking including leadership positions
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Joel Lindholm
CEO/Co-founder
InfiniG

Joel Lindholm is Co-Founder and CEO of InfiniG. He has over 25 years of experience in Enterprise and Mobile networking including leadership positions with infrastructure providers Brocade and Ruckus Wireless (CBRS Alliance co-founder); and Head of TechOps Innovation at Meta (Facebook). His journey has provided a unique background in strategy, technologies, markets, verticals, innovation, growth, and scale. For the last 7 years, he has focused on OnGo/CBRS Shared Spectrum in the US, including its use for Private Networks, Neutral Host and wireless networking for various industries.

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Michael Osment Bedrock Detroit
Michael Osment CTO Michael Osment is Bedrock's Chief Technology Officer leading its technology team in building services, enterprise project management systems, data man
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Michael Osment
CTO
Bedrock Detroit

Michael Osment is Bedrock's Chief Technology Officer leading its technology team in building services, enterprise project management systems, data management and IT. In this role, Osment will merge technology with physical buildings to create new environments that deliver better services, reduce energy usage and enhance digital infrastructure. Michael has more than 20 years as an information and technology executive.

Defining, Designing, Deploying and Managing Your In-Building Wireless Strategy
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 4:25 pm - 5:10 pm    Location: Pisa
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Moderator:
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Joe Rich Related Companies
Joe Rich EVP, CIO Joe Rich is EVP, CIO of Related Companies, a privately owned real estate firm with a portfolio of over $50 billion in real estate assets owned or unde
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Joe Rich
EVP, CIO
Related Companies

Joe Rich is EVP, CIO of Related Companies, a privately owned real estate firm with a portfolio of over $50 billion in real estate assets owned or under development that is made up of best-in-class mixed-use, residential, retail, office and affordable properties in premier high-barrier-to-entry markets. Joe has over 20 years experience as a CIO focused on global cultural change within the organization.

Speakers:
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John Dulin John Dulin Global Consulting
John Dulin President John Dulin is a 30-year global telecom and enterprise executive and has held senior positions in product management, marketing and sales in the areas
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John Dulin
President
John Dulin Global Consulting

John Dulin is a 30-year global telecom and enterprise executive and has held senior positions in product management, marketing and sales in the areas of fiber optics, wireless and new technology development.

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Luis Gonzalez Aspen Venue Partners
Luis Gonzalez Managing Partner Luis is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Aspen Venues, an advisory firm acting exclusively as Owner’s representatives for the planning, design, pr
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Luis Gonzalez
Managing Partner
Aspen Venue Partners

Luis is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Aspen Venues, an advisory firm acting exclusively as Owner’s representatives for the planning, design, procurement and administration of complex telecom infrastructure for Commercial Real Estate and Professional and Collegiate sports clients. Luis has over 25 years’ experience leading business and technical organizations in the delivery of complex, secure solutions in the financial services and telecommunications industries.

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Joel McIntyre Tillman Digital Cities
Joel McIntyre Advisor Joel McIntyre is Chief Operating Officer of Tillman Digital Cities, a next generation connectivity solutions provider. He is responsible for all sales
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Joel McIntyre
Advisor
Tillman Digital Cities

Joel McIntyre is Chief Operating Officer of Tillman Digital Cities, a next generation connectivity solutions provider. He is responsible for all sales, marketing, and branding initiatives. Prior to joining TDC, Joel founded GiGstreem, the fastest growing ISP servicing multifamily and commercial real estate. Joel was also COO At BAI Connect, a regional ISP based in Los Angeles. He began his career in private equity, and over the last 15 years has invested in and/or operated cell towers, data centers, middle-mile fiber, last-mile wireless and fiber distribution, and subsea cables.

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Jon Morris Ballast Networks
Jon Morris CEO
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Jon Morris
CEO
Ballast Networks

The In-Building Wireless Lifecycle: From Spec to Implementation to Management Lifecycle
Date: 6/13/2023    Time: 5:10 pm - 5:55 pm    Location: Pisa
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Moderator:
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Ilan Zachar Carr
Ilan Zachar CTO Ilan Zachar is currently Chief Technology Officer at Carr Properties, a privately held REIT known for its portfolio of trophy-quality properties in th
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Ilan Zachar
CTO
Carr

Ilan Zachar is currently Chief Technology Officer at Carr Properties, a privately held REIT known for its portfolio of trophy-quality properties in the Washington D.C. In this role, Ilan leverages vision and foresight to cross-pollinate best practices, processes, systems and resources across corporate operations/affiliates. Under his leadership, this has resulted in improvements in bottom-line costs, top-line business growth/scalability, operational sustainability and high performance and overall, strengthening his company’s role as a market leader. For over 20 years, Ilan has been executive business leader and innovative technology strategist for multinational real-estate and property development companies worldwide.

Speakers:
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Todd Landry JMA Wireless
Todd Landry VP Applications & Innovation
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Todd Landry
VP Applications & Innovation
JMA Wireless

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Tony Schaffer HALO Networks
Tony Schaffer President Tony Schaffer is the President of HALO, the industry leading nationwide wireless infrastructure, 5G DAS and managed services provider. Success driven
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Tony Schaffer
President
HALO Networks

Tony Schaffer is the President of HALO, the industry leading nationwide wireless infrastructure, 5G DAS and managed services provider. Success driven with a collaborative approach, he leads the amazing HALO Team by building a dynamic and rewarding culture and work environment. A highly respected business professional with proven leadership and strategic execution, Tony has built strong and loyal relationships with REITs, Developers and Owners making him a trusted source and partner to the Real Estate community.

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Perry Welch Airwavz Solutions
Perry Welch SVP, Real Estate Partnerships Perry Welch has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience in the wireless and commercial real estate industry. Presently, he leads Airwavz Natio
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Perry Welch
SVP, Real Estate Partnerships
Airwavz Solutions

Perry Welch has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience in the wireless and commercial real estate industry. Presently, he leads Airwavz National growth of technology investments. Perry is an industry leading partner to brokers and CRE asset owners in making in-building wireless development simple.

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