AI in Real Estate - Shade Break:
A Conversation on AI in Construction, Affordable Housing & Commercial Real Estate
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the real estate industry — from improving project delivery and driving efficiency in construction to addressing challenges in affordable housing and unlocking new opportunities across commercial real estate.
During this interactive discussion, industry and technical leaders will share real-world applications, lessons learned, and emerging trends to help your organization make better decisions, streamline operations, reduce costs, and create greater value across the real estate lifecycle. Join us as we unpack:
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Efficiency in Construction: Improving project delivery timelines, risk management, and site workflows.
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Affordable Housing Solutions: Leveraging technological innovations to address supply and operational barriers.
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Commercial Real Estate Opportunities: Utilizing AI analytics to evaluate deals and optimize portfolio value.
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Operational Execution: Practical steps to adopt AI capabilities while maximizing ROI and maintaining strong governance.
Learning Objectives:
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Identify real-world applications of artificial intelligence across construction, affordable housing, and commercial real estate.
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Leverage AI-driven efficiencies to improve project delivery times and streamline day-to-day operations.
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Apply emerging industry trends to reduce operational costs and unlock new opportunities across the real estate lifecycle.
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Formulate a practical approach for implementing AI capabilities that support data-driven decision-making and value creation.
Moderator

Jim Lockhart
Real Estate Industry Leader | Tax Partner
APRIO ADVISORY GROUP, LLC
Featured Speakers

Rob Wellen
Partner, Advisory Services | Data & AI
APRIO ADVISORY GROUP, LLC

Jon Klausa
Partner, Client Accounting Services
APRIO ADVISORY GROUP, LLC

Bryan Brown
Managing Partner
CARDINAL MF LLC

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