2026 RETTC Tech
Executive Summit
Feb. 25-27, 2026 | Coral Gables, FL
The 2026 RETTC Tech Executive Summit is an intentionally small, fast-paced executive forum, where real estate tech leaders gather for bold, future-focused conversations on the state of technology.
Purpose-built by RETTC, the summit mixes tech strategy, advocacy intelligence, and big-picture trend spotting to help real estate leaders see around corners. It’s where tech leaders come to sharpen their outlook, stress-test ideas, and get energized about the opportunities—and challenges—that will define the year ahead.
Attendance is strictly capped at 250 participants to preserve meaningful engagement and high-impact discussion. RETTC committee members receive priority registration to the event. General event registration is open to executives at RETTC member firms that own, operate and develop real estate. Limited supplier participation is by invitation only.
The Details
This is an outlook event where attendees focus on strategy over sales, engaging in candid, peer-level conversations about what’s really happening in tech—and how to best prepare their organizations for what’s next.
What you can expect.
Attendees will get an early, unfiltered look at the forces that will shape the industry—both for better or worse—before they fully hit the mainstream conversation. Here’s how we do it.
An Owner/Operator-Led Agenda
RETTC leadership and committees influence the summit’s programming, ensuring discussions reflect real operational priorities and strategic challenges.
Intimate, Interactive, and Executive-Level
The summit’s deliberately small format creates the right conditions for substantive dialogue, peer exchange, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and real-time problem-solving across the room.
Curated, High-Impact Programming
Thoughtfully designed sessions that combine facilitated executive dialogue, research-driven insight, and cross-industry perspective to support both near-term decision-making and long-range technology strategy.
The RETTC Tech Executive Summit is an exclusive event for senior executives from RETTC member firms that own, operate, and develop real estate. Attendance is capped at 250 participants to preserve an intimate, discussion-driven environment. Supplier and industry partner participation is restricted given the event’s limited capacity and housing provider focus. Here’s your quick eligibility check.
| Attendee Category | Registrations & Cost | Eligibility Requirement |
| Housing Provider | 3 complimentary | RETTC Membership |
| Icon Sponsor | 2 complimentary | RETTC Sponsorship |
| Visionary Sponsor | 1 complimentary | RETTC Sponsorship |
| Innovator Sponsor | 1 at $995 | RETTC Sponsorship |
| Steering Committee | 1 complimentary | RETTC Sponsorship |
Questions? To confirm event eligibility and pricing or to learn more on options to attend the summit, please email membership@rettc.org.
Cancellations and Transfers
Meeting cancellations must be submitted in writing to membership@rettc.org. Written cancellation requests received more than ten (10) business days prior to the start of the meeting will receive a full refund, less a $250 processing fee. No refunds will be issued after February 11, 2026.
Registrations may be transferred by emailing membership@rettc.org the name of the original registrant, along with the substitute attendee name.
Agenda is subject to change and updates will be made, be sure to check back for most current agenda and speakers.
All times in Eastern.
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Wednesday, February 25
11:30 AM – 1:00 PMRETTC Steering Committee Meeting(Designated Steering Committee Members and Invited Guests Only)
Location: Sevilla BallroomDesignated RETTC Steering Committee members and invited guests can attend the RETTC Steering Committee meeting. Leadership input is required on the strategic direction of RETTC in 2026. Please join the conversation and help set RETTC on a path to success in 2026 and beyond.
Noon – 1:00 PMNetworking Lunch for RETTC Committee Members(Open to RETTC Committee Members Only)RETTC Committee Members are the core of the RETTC Community, and we want to celebrate all they do. Join other multifamily leaders who are driving RETTC forward for this networking lunch to say thank you!
1:00 – 6:00 PMRegistrationLocation: Sevilla Pre-Function1:30 – 3:30 PMGeneral SessionsLocation: Sevilla BallroomWelcome to the 2026 RETTC Tech Executive Summit!
RETTC is entering its second year with big plans for 2026. We’ve added new Steering Committee leaders from across the rental housing industry to help guide the way. Join the leadership team as they share why coming together matters and how we’re preparing for the AI-driven future.
Speakers: Kevin Donnelly, RETTC; James Hamrick, Gables Residential; Janine Jovanovic, LeaseLock; Kristy Simonette, Camden Property Trust
Navigating the New Era of Fee Transparency
Despite changing political winds, the push for fee transparency at the national, state and local level keeps going strong. Get the latest on where fee transparency regulations are in place and where they’re likely coming in 2026. And hear how RETTC is enabling greater transparency with its updated MITS 5.0 data model, and how tech leaders are adjusting their systems to assure compliance.
Moderator: Sharon Wilson Géno, NMHC
Speakers: Michael Barry, Bozzuto; Alicyn Cislo, Greystar; Jay Harris, Hudson Cook LLP; Lori Reeves, RETTCThe A.I. Driven Future of Rental Housing
As AI becomes embedded across property management platforms, the industry is entering a new phase, one defined less by experimentation and more by intentional design. This session brings together leading PMS providers to examine how AI is evolving today and what the next generation of tools, governance, and collaboration will look like in 2026 and beyond. Panelists will explore how innovation, accountability, and collaboration across the rental housing ecosystem strengthens operations while supporting fair housing, data privacy, and consumer confidence.
Moderator: Kristy Simonette, Camden Property Trust
Speakers: Sean Forster, AppFolio; Kris Kimmerle, RealPage; Richard Malpica, Yardi; Steven McKissick, MRI Software; Jason Taylor, EntrataQuick Byte: Lessons in Digital Transformation from Other Sectors
Multifamily isn't the first or the last sector to undergo digital transformation. Hear from a Venture Capitalist working with Fortune 100 companies on lessons learned from their journey toward moving more like a startup and managing constant change.
Speaker: Scott Lopano, Tech Square Ventures
Quick Byte: The Future of Digital Access & Payments in Rental Housing
As digital wallets and mobile credentials become part of everyday life, rental housing is entering a new era of seamless, secure access and payments. What could move-in look like if it started with a tap instead of paperwork? This session explores how emerging technologies are transforming building entry, amenity access, and resident transactions—while streamlining operations for property teams. We’ll discuss evolving resident expectations, the importance of security and privacy, and what housing providers should consider as mobile-first experiences reshape multifamily living.
Moderator: Chris Moreno, RETTC
Speaker: Geoff Johnson, Apple3:30 – 4:00 PMNetworking Break4:00 – 5:00 PMRETTC Committee Meetings(Open to all summit attendees)Committee meetings are open to all summit attendees, so join a meeting, hear what they’re up to and join in the conversation on what’s next for 2026.
New RETTC Committee Launch!
Enterprise Systems and Integrations Committee MeetingNEWLocation: Terrace
Marketing and Resident Experience Committee Meeting
Location: Sevilla A&B
5:00 – 5:30 PMNetworking Break5:30 – 7:30 PMRETTC Summit Welcome Reception: Welcome to Miami!Location: LawnCelebrate the second RETTC Summit with our “Born to Rum” celebration. Hear live Cuban music, place your order with the mojito mixologist, and watch demonstrations of cigar rolling, while sampling gourmet Cuban cuisine. This immersive event celebrates the spirit of old school Havana and provides a festive opening to the 2026 Summit!
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Thursday, February 26
8:45 AM – 5:30 PMRegistrationLocation: Sevilla Pre-Function8:45 – 10:00 AMNetworking BreakfastLocation: Alhambra Pre-Function9:00 – 10:00 AMRETTC Committee Meetings(Open to all summit attendees)Committee meetings are open to all summit attendees, so join a meeting, hear what they’re up to and join in the conversation on what’s next for 2026.
Data Privacy, Security & Information Strategy Committee Meeting
Location: Sevilla C
Intelligent Buildings and Connectivity Committee Meeting
Location: Sevilla A&B
10:00 – 10:15 AMNetworking Break10:15 AM – NoonGeneral SessionsLocation: Alhambra BallroomWelcome and Overview of Day Two
Intro: Gregory Bates, GID
Quick Byte: Securing Data in a Shifting Policy Landscape
There is momentum in DC for both a federal privacy standard and a federal AI standard. But will lawmakers get these items across the finish line? Learn what this shifting policy landscape could mean for rental housing providers and tools and resources RETTC is deploying for members to navigate this ever-expanding risk landscape.
Speakers: Daria Dudzinski, RETTC; Julianne Goodfellow, RETTC
Keynote: A Conversation with Christopher Krebs
Chris Krebs is a nationally recognized cybersecurity and national security leader with extensive experience in government and the private sector. As the first Director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Krebs pioneered efforts to counter disinformation and protect election integrity. Prior to CISA, Krebs oversaw cybersecurity policy at Microsoft and held senior leadership roles at the Department of Homeland Security. As a CBS News Contributor, he brings invaluable expertise on cyber resilience, risk management, and national security, knowledge that is essential for technology leaders navigating today’s digital and AI-driven landscape.
Chris Krebs will explore today’s rapidly evolving cyber and AI landscape and discuss the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security, and what it means for real estate technology leaders. Chris will then sit down for a fireside chat to talk about how the rental housing industry should prepare for this new landscape.
Moderator: James Hamrick, Gables Residential
Keynote: Christopher Krebs, Former United States Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyVenture Capital: What’s Hot and What’s Not for 2026?
The easy money era is over. So, what happens next for multifamily PropTech? Join this conversation on how tighter capital, fewer bets, and higher expectations are changing which technologies survive—and which actually deliver value.
Moderator: Bryce Nyberg, Berkadia
Speakers: Chris Adamo, Flamingo Captial and Letterhead; Daley Ervin, Cerano Management; Jesse Middleton, Flybridge; Alexandra Wilkins Wilson, ClerisyNoon – 1:30 PMNetworking Lunch(Open to all summit attendees)
Location: Alhambra Pre-FunctionNoon – 1:00 PMNew RETTC Committee Launch!(Open to all summit attendees)Join us for a lunch launch as we celebrate the growth of the RETTC Community and introduce the new Advocacy and Public Policy Committee. Meet the leaders, connect with members, and help shape the committee’s priorities for 2026.
Advocacy and Public Policy Committee Meeting NEW
Location: Sevilla A&B
1:30 – 3:15 PMGeneral SessionsLocation: Alhambra BallroomThe Renter Experience, Unfiltered
This session puts industry CX priorities side-by-side with real renter sentiment, drawing from survey data, real renter discussion groups, and social conversations to reveal where expectations align, where friction shows up, and why it matters.
Moderator: Sarah Yaussi, RETTC
Speakers: Hope Dunleavy, Newmark RF; Julie Keel, Camden Property Trust; Adam Slater, Clarafy ResearchWe’re Thinking About PropTech All Wrong: RETTC Report Release
PropTech has traditionally been evaluated on one metric: does it drive NOI? But what if shifting realities and renter expectations have transformed how owners should calculate value? This panel will delve into findings and data from a new RETTC & PropTechIQ report that demonstrates how PropTech produces measurable returns by improving satisfaction, retention, digital service delivery, and operating efficiency and how we all need to change the narrative on the PropTech value proposition.
Moderator: Caitlin Sugrue Walter, NMHC
Speakers: Mark Alves, WinnCompanies; Taylor Wiederkehr, PropTech IQWhen Centralization Breaks: Lessons from Tech Missteps
Presented in partnership with Multifamily Insiders: Centralization was meant to make things easier, more efficient, and scalable. But in practice, many find that tech-driven centralization often causes friction, slows adoption, and reveals gaps they didn’t expect. This session will look at why some efforts fail, why leadership alignment isn’t always enough, and what leaders wish they had known before making big changes.
Moderator: Chelsea Kneeland, Multifamily Insiders
Speakers: Amy Barricelli, RREAF Holdings, LLLC; Jennifer Beebe, Avanti Residential; Whitney Kidd, Preiss3:15 – 3:45 PMNetworking Break3:45 – 5:00 PMBest Practices Roundtable Discussions: Housing OperatorsLocation: Alhambra Ballroom(open to owners & managers only)Best Practices Roundtable Discussions: Suppliers
Location: Sevilla A&B Ballroom(open to suppliers only)
New this year, housing operators and suppliers will meet separately to hash out the obstacles and best practices surrounding the most pressing issues facing tech in rental housing. RETTC will highlight the findings, as well as the differences, in a post-Summit report.
5:00 – 6:00 PMNetworking ReceptionLocation: Event Deck6:00 PMDinner on Your Own6:00 – 7:30 PMRETTC Steering Committee Dinner(Invitation only)
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Friday, February 27
8:45 – 10:30 AMRegistrationLocation: Sevilla Pre-Function8:45 – 10:00 AMNetworking BreakfastLocation: Alhambra Pre-Function9:00 – 10:00 AMRETTC Committee Meetings(Open to all summit attendees)Committee meetings are open to all summit attendees, so join a meeting, hear what they’re up to and join in the conversation on what’s next for 2026.
Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Committee Meeting NEW
Location: Sevilla C Ballroom
Innovation and Emerging Technology Committee Meeting
Location: Sevilla A&B Ballroom
10:00 AM – NoonClosing General SessionLocation: Alhambra BallroomWelcome and Overview of Day Three
Intro: Janine Jovanovic, LeaseLock
Technology, Policy, and the Future of Housing: Why the Local Debate Matters More Than Ever
Technology is transforming rental housing—from operations and connectivity to resident services and affordability tools. At the same time, state and local policymakers are increasingly shaping how these innovations can be used, with real consequences for housing costs, production, and renter experience. This session explores why it’s critical for housing operators and technology partners to engage early, consistently, and strategically in the policy process—and to leverage every tool available to advocate effectively. Panelists will examine how growing regulatory uncertainty at all levels of government directly affect business operations and housing opportunity, and why changing the narrative around technology in rental housing is essential to advancing solutions that work for renters and communities alike.
Moderator: Linda Willey, Camden Property Trust
Speakers: Gregory Bates, GID; Javier Fernandez, Mayor of South Miami; Steven Geller, Esq., Broward County Commissioner, Broward County GovernmentThe RETTC Technology Benchmarking Survey & Report: Initial Findings
Every two years, RETTC surveys tech leaders to track technology trends in rental housing. The study looks at spending, staffing, and the challenges and opportunities companies face when using technology. Summit attendees will get an exclusive first look at the preliminary themes.
Moderator: Rick Haughey, RETTC
Speakers: Kevin Hudak, RCKRBXCTO Confidential: Roadblocks and Roadmaps for 2026
Top tech leaders will share what’s on their minds and their plans for 2026. From handling rapid AI growth to making fee transparency work and managing new risks, CIOs and CTOs play a critical role in company success. Hear what excites them—and what challenges keep them up at night.
Moderator: Cindy Fisher, Kettler
Speakers: Joe Fracchia, MAA; Art McCann, Bell Partners; Jeremy Poteet, JBG SMITHNoonMeeting Adjourns
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Loews Coral Gables Hotel
2950 Coconut Grove Dr
Coral Gables, FL 33134
786-772-7600
RETTC has set aside a block of rooms starting at $389 single/double occupancy per night (plus state tax) for meeting attendees. The room block is sold out. Please join the waitlist for the the Loews Coral Gables hotel.
Please Note: The system will automatically take a 1-night deposit to confirm the reservation. Any room cancellations that occur less than 5 days prior to 11:59 pm hotel’s local time on the scheduled arrival date will result in a penalty of one night room and tax to be charged to your credit card.
If your plans change and you need to cancel your reservations at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel, please contact Tyler Carter, NMHC Meetings Coordinator, before cancelling with the hotel so she may reassign your room to another member on the waitlist, if one exists.
Accessibility Needs: If you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact RETTC Membership.
Religious or Dietary Needs: If you have a request related to religious practice and/or have additional dietary needs not already noted during the registration process, please email RETTC Membership.
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