Program Details

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!

Program content, dates and times subject to change without notice.

Physical Security

Fortifying the Perimeter: Emerging Physical Security Technologies for Buildings

Date: 6/3/2025 Time: 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Expo

The evolving threat landscape demands a more sophisticated approach to physical security, where traditional measures must integrate with advanced technologies to protect tenants, assets, and critical infrastructure. Modern commercial properties are increasingly leveraging AI-driven surveillance, computer vision, video analytics, biometric authentication, and intelligent access control systems to mitigate risks while maintaining seamless user experiences. This session will explore the convergence of digital and physical security strategies, emphasizing real-time threat detection, automated response mechanisms, and adaptive security frameworks. The panel will discuss best practices for implementing layered defenses, ensuring regulatory compliance, and aligning security investments with operational and business objectives in an era of heightened risk.

Moderator:

Brian Schwartz Macerich

Brian Schwartz VP, Infrastructure Brian Schwartz has over 20 years’ experience in information technology and is currently responsible for infrastructure, end user computing, cybersecur

Brian Schwartz

VP, Infrastructure

Macerich

Brian Schwartz has over 20 years’ experience in information technology and is currently responsible for infrastructure, end user computing, cybersecurity and privacy at Macerich as Vice President of Infrastructure. Brian’s responsibilities include both PropTech infrastructure as well as more traditional IT infrastructure to support the entire enterprise. Brian is passionate about leveraging technology to create value and enhance customer experience.

Speaker:

Bayron Lopez Netflix

Bayron Lopez Manager Technology Integration

Bayron Lopez

Manager Technology Integration

Netflix

Future-Proofing Your Portfolio: Implementing Scalable, Secure Automation in Multifamily

Date: 6/3/2025 Time: 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm Location: 105

As multifamily operators embrace automation, scalability and security remain critical to long-term success. From smart locks, to robotics, to smart building systems to AI-driven workflows, the right technology strategy must balance efficiency, flexibility, and data protection to support portfolio growth. This session explores best practices for implementing automation at scale while ensuring security and adaptability. Experts will discuss key considerations, including integration challenges, cybersecurity risks, and evolving industry standards. Attendees will gain insights into building a resilient automation strategy that enhances operational efficiency, safeguards data, and positions their portfolio for future innovation.

Moderator:

Jeff Ewing 5Q

Jeff Ewing VP, Security Operations Jeff Ewing directs 5Q’s Security Operations and Architecture Services. Throughout the first portion of his 25+ career, Jeff provided management consu

Jeff Ewing

VP, Security Operations

Jeff Ewing directs 5Q’s Security Operations and Architecture Services. Throughout the first portion of his 25+ career, Jeff provided management consulting and technology advisory services to C-Level and IT Leadership across all real estate verticals. As a trusted consultant, he has executed projects for clients around cloud transformation services, process automation, infrastructure design and data governance. Since obtaining a CISSP in 2012, Jeff has been instrumental in cyber security solutions such as secure cloud applications development, maturity assessments and remediation, awareness training programs and the development of cyber security policies and procedures.

Speakers:

Ted Maulucci SmartONE Solutions

Ted Maulucci President Ted Maulucci is the CEO of SmartONE Solutions, a company at the forefront of creating digitally connected, smart living spaces for multi-unit communit

Ted Maulucci

President

SmartONE Solutions

Ted Maulucci is the CEO of SmartONE Solutions, a company at the forefront of creating digitally connected, smart living spaces for multi-unit communities. Under Ted’s leadership, SmartONE has become a leader in providing safe, efficient, and innovative solutions tailored to the evolving needs of developers, residents, and property managers. Prior to founding SmartONE, Ted served as CIO for a leading Toronto-based real estate developer, where he pioneered the development of the first smart community in the Greater Toronto Area. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including being named Private Sector Canadian CIO of the Year in 2016.

Don Oldham Thompson Thrift

Don Oldham VP, IT In his role as leader of Information Technology at Thompson Thrift, Don Oldham provides advisory, orchestration and integration services to advance th

Don Oldham

VP, IT

Thompson Thrift

In his role as leader of Information Technology at Thompson Thrift, Don Oldham provides advisory, orchestration and integration services to advance the cause of innovation in obtaining business value from technology. He and his team are tasked with discovering new technology opportunities, reducing the cost of doing business, adding efficiency to business processes and providing secure, customer focused access to technology. They improve efficiencies through the development and implementation of innovative technologies. Don has over 24 years of technology experience within the real estate sector finding, implementing or developing new solutions to solve business problems.