Realcomm IBcon has announced the theme for its 28th annual conference: "TechREset, Now to Next: Focus. Adjust. Accelerate." The event, scheduled for June 2-4, 2026 in San Diego, California, will bring together senior-level real estate executives and technology leaders to examine how emerging technologies are creating some of the most significant changes in the built environment's history.
According to Jim Young, CEO and Founder of Realcomm, the industry has reached an inflection point unlike any seen in the conference's 28-year history. "The speed at which AI, automation, and emerging technologies are entering the marketplace requires the industry to reset how we think, plan, and execute," Young stated. The TechREset theme reflects this unprecedented pace of innovation reshaping commercial real estate, from artificial intelligence and automation to data analytics and smart building systems.
Howard Berger, Managing Partner and SVP of Programs at Realcomm, emphasized that the current transformation goes beyond simply adding new tools. "The TechREset theme acknowledges that we're not just adding new tools, we are fundamentally rethinking both our business models as well as how our buildings are designed, built, and operated," Berger explained. The conference has helped the industry navigate every major technology transition since its founding in 1998, from early building automation to cloud computing to today's AI revolution.
Realcomm IBcon prioritizes curated, educational programming that delivers actionable insights for decision-makers navigating rapid technological change. The conference brings together CIOs, CTOs, and C-suite executives from the world's leading real estate organizations to explore how to harness emerging technology effectively. Berger noted that the advisory community of industry thought leaders has shaped programming that will help attendees make sense of this transformation.
Key conference highlights include 28 years of industry leadership as the original commercial real estate technology conference, a senior-level audience of executives who control technology budgets and strategy, and curated programming focused on actionable insights over theory. The event also features an established community with year-round engagement through forums, advisory groups, and the Real Estate Cyber Summit, along with the 11th Annual Golf Outing at the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course.
Berger highlighted the value of the conference's attendee quality, stating, "Sponsors and exhibitors return year after year because they know they're reaching the decision-makers who actually control technology budgets and strategy. In a year defined by the need to REset and accelerate, that access to senior leadership is more valuable than ever." The premier San Diego location offers easy accessibility and world-class conference facilities for participants.
For business and technology leaders in commercial real estate, the TechREset theme signals a critical moment for strategic adaptation. The conference's focus on helping leaders "focus on what matters, adjust their strategies, and accelerate their organizations into this new era" addresses the urgent need for established real estate companies to transform their operations and business models in response to technological disruption. Realcomm IBcon 2026 registration is now open, with early bird registration expiring on February 27, 2026. More information about the conference is available at https://www.realcomm.com.
