The Winter Sunshine AI, Data and Connectivity Summit
Make sure you join us for our next exciting event!
TIWA Big Texas Real Estate + Connectivity Summit!
🚀 Plano, TX – Where the Future of In-Building Connectivity Begins
The in-building connectivity game has changed. Carriers aren’t footing the bill anymore—Real Estate, Healthcare, and Government leaders are stepping in with bold new Converged Connectivity + Smart Building strategies.
Are you ready for the shift?
On November 5 at Legacy Hall in Plano, TX, join senior executives from AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, alongside decision-makers in Real Estate, Healthcare, Government, OEMs, and Integrators, for an intimate, engaging afternoon of insights, networking, and opportunity.
Why you should be there:
✅ Hear straight from industry leaders shaping tomorrow’s connectivity evolution
✅ Learn how new funding models unlock revenue + cut costs
✅ Connect with 140 curated peers—50/50 split: Commercial Real Estate Leaders + Carriers/Government/Healthcare/Tech
✅ Wrap it up with an open-bar networking happy hour 🍸
Seats will go fast—secure yours before this room fills!
🌟 12:30pm Registration and coffee + snack networking
🌟 1:00pm to 1:15pm Welcome remarks by Rich Berliner
🌟 1:15pm to 1:45pm Keynote: “From AoL to AI: The Evolution and Impact of Proptech on CRE” by Darlene Pope, CEO of Brava Systems
🌟 1:45pm to 2:45 Panel: “The New Economics of Connectivity” Commercial Real Estate and Government (SLED) discussion focused on innovative solutions transforming in-building connectivity, including Smart Building Technologies, Building Monitoring, IOT, Public Safety, Public + Private 5G, and Passpoint Wi-Fi
Darlene Braunschweig - Resolution Wireless
Teryn Zmuda - National Association of Counties (NACO)
Tom Graves - T-Mobile
Ken Sandfeld - Revells
🌟 3:00pm to 4:00pm Spotlight Speaker: “Empowering Buildings in the Age of AI” by Justin Segal, President of Boxer Property
🌟 4:00pm to 5:00pm Panel: “The Carriers’ Role: Building the Future of In-Building Wireless” Focus on the carriers’ perspective on the shift to real estate-funded systems. Discuss the challenges and opportunities of deploying in-building wireless and what is on the horizon
Renee Goodman - T-Mobile
Alicia Endicott - AT&T
Manny Dureja - Airtower
Mario Di Dio - Helium
🌟 5:00pm to 5:30pm iBwave Educational Session
🌟 5:30pm to 6:30pm Panel: “Real Estate Solutions: Connectivity and the Future of Smart Buildings” – What landlords need today and tomorrow: balancing tenant satisfaction, AI-driven building innovation, and future-proof connectivity. Explore what truly matters, what keeps them up at night, and what they’re willing to invest in.
Mindy Whisman - AT&T
Steven Goodwill - Berkadia
Chris Wixom - Carpe Diem Wireless
Dan Leaf - Gugli
🌟 6:30 - 8:30 pm - Happy Hour + Social: Stellar attendees, Open Bar, Delish Passed Hors D’oeuvres.
Special Offer: Complimentary passes are available for qualified Carrier, Healthcare, Government colleagues (email us for a comp code).
⚡ Don’t wait—spots are filling quickly. [Secure your seat today!]
TIWA Kickoff Summit: Real Estate + In-Building Connectivity Panels + Happy Hour Social
Join us for the panel discussion & networking event at Art House in Jersey City, featuring:
(Sponsorship Opportunities at Bottom of Page)
3:00 Registration + Coffee + Snacks
3:30 to 4:30 The Carrier's Role: Building the Future of In-Building Wireless: Focus on the carrier's perspective on the shift to real estate funded systems. Discuss the challenges and opportunities of deploying in-building wireless and what tech is coming down the road
Confirmed Panelists:
Carl Busseno (RAN Director NY/NJ at AT&T)
Jim Whalen (SVP and CTO at BXP)
Nick Stello (SVP of IT at Vornado)
Andrew Poulsen (Senior Manager at T-Mobile)
Henry Kelch (Associate Director at Verizon Wireless)
Manny Dureja (President and Founder at Airtower)
5:00 to 6:00 Use Cases + Solutions for the Future of In-Building Connectivity: Discussion around innovative solutions that are transforming in-building connectivity, including DAS, Wi-Fi, CBRS, Building Monitoring, Public safety, and IoT and the commercial real estate and government (SLED) perspective
Confirmed Panelists:
Teryn Zmuda (Chief Economist at National Association of Counties)
Nick Stello (SVP of IT at Vornado)
Cecilia Li (CIO at Urban Edge Properties)
Kishore Raja (Chief Cloud + AI Officer at InfiniG)
Howard Buzick (SVP Business Development at American Bandwidth)
Mike Wasjgras (CEO of RK2)
6:00 - 8:00pm - Happy Hour & Social includes: Open Bar 5:30 to 8:00, Delish Passed Hors D’oeuvres
NOTE: if you are a Real Estate, Healthcare, Government, or Carrier colleague, admission is FREE: email info@inbuildingwirelessassociation.com
Location: Art House Productions, 345 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Date and time: Thursday, Apr 24, 2025 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Organizer: TIWA Coordinator - (917) 991-9290 - info@inbuildingwirelessassociation.com
REGISTER HERE
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