Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM | All-electric lab Research Building 

Join us for an in-depth discussion on Columbia University’s groundbreaking initiative as part of their Plan 2030 climate goals. This plan aims to eliminate new fossil fuel infrastructure and achieve campus-wide net-zero emissions by 2050, starting with the construction of an all-electric research lab. This innovative project marks the first all-electric academic research lab in New York City, focusing on sustainability and energy efficiency. Learn about the integrated design process that tackled the complexities of this pioneering endeavor, setting a new standard for academic research facilities in urban environments. Discover how Columbia University is leading the way in sustainable campus development and what this means for the future of urban research infrastructure.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

9:45 -10:30 AM  | Reimagining Spaces: Repurposing Buildings for Academic Excellence and Economic Growth 

 

This panel will explore the transformative potential of repurposing existing buildings within higher education institutions. As campuses evolve, the strategic adaptation of non-academic structures into vibrant educational spaces offers a sustainable solution to meet growing demands. Our panel of experts will discuss the economic benefits of revitalizing these buildings, including cost-effectiveness, community engagement, and long-term financial impacts. Attendees will gain insights into how these projects not only enhance academic environments but also stimulate local economic development by attracting businesses, creating jobs, and fostering innovation.

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

10:30 AM -10:45 AM Navigating Vendor Procurement in Higher Education: Policies, Economics, and Design-Build 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

11:40-12:00 PM Placemaking and the Student Experience

JORGE MENDOZA

Senior Executive Director

KPF

EDWARD MCARTHUR 

Vice President, Planning & Capital Project Management 

Columbia 

SEAN SCUDERI

Partner

Tarter Krinsky

JERROD DELAINE

CEO 

 The Delaine Companies representing Pratt Institute

PATRICK BURKE

Vice President Facilities, Operations and Planning 

Columbia

JENNY FREEMAN 

Managing Director, Buildings 

Group PMX

JASON SYLVAIN

Partner

AKF

TOM D'ERCOLE

Executive Vice President 

Plaza Construction 

MODERATOR 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

8:45 AM - 9:00 AM - Opening Keynote 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

10:55 - 11:10 AM AM Networking Break

 

RJ PANDA

Vice President 

Cumming Group 

JUSTIN DOLLARD 

Executive Director, Planning, Design

U Of Rochester

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Registration & Networking Breakfast

MANI FARHADI

Facilities Senior Planner Campus and Space Planning

Stanford

CHARLES ESTEVES

Director of Pre-Construction 

Consigli

NICK GRECCO

Operations Director 

Consigli

MODERATOR 

Corporations around the globe are competing for top talent and a major aspect of that is creating buy-in through culture. As companies increasingly embrace flex spaces, hybrid working, digitally bookable spaces and more geographically distributed teams, technology is central to maintaining streamlined operations and a cohesive, empowering culture. Learn more about how proptech is one of the differentiators in the creation of company culture. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the frictionless innovations creating new efficiencies and luring top talent.

RICHARD MACK

CEO, Co-Founder
Mack Real Estate Group

11:10-11:40 AM NYC School Construction Authority - Capital Plan and Electrification Program

GORDON TUNG 

Vice president- Construction Management 

SCA

SUZANNE VEIRA

Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer 

SCA

MEGAN CHUSID

Principal 

Urban Projects Collaborative

MODERATOR 

JOHN PUGLISI

Associate Vice President, Facilities Management 

Fordham

KAVERI SINGH 

AIA, Principal 

DLR GROUP

DR. EDWARD ANTONIO

Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Marist College

JAMES CARDILLO

VP Interiors Division

Hellman Electric

MODERATOR