Realcomm IBcon, the commercial real estate industry's longest-running technology conference, has announced the theme for its 28th annual event: "TechREset, Now to Next: Focus. Adjust. Accelerate." The conference will take place June 2-4, 2026 in San Diego, California, bringing together senior-level real estate executives and technology leaders to explore how emerging technologies are driving some of the biggest changes in the built environment's history.
Since its founding in 1998, Realcomm IBcon has maintained its position as the industry's most trusted forum for navigating technology transformation. The 2026 TechREset theme reflects the unprecedented pace of innovation reshaping commercial real estate, from artificial intelligence and automation to data analytics and smart building systems.
"We're at an inflection point unlike anything we've seen in our 28 years," said Jim Young, CEO and Founder of Realcomm. "The speed at which AI, automation, and emerging technologies are entering the marketplace requires the industry to reset how we think, plan, and execute. That's what this year's theme is all about – helping leaders focus on what matters, adjust their strategies, and accelerate their organizations into this new era."
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.
"For nearly three decades, Realcomm IBcon has helped the industry navigate every major technology transition – from early building automation to cloud computing to today's AI revolution," said Howard Berger, Managing Partner and SVP of Programs at Realcomm. "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. Our 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, the TechREset theme addressing historic transformation driven by AI and emerging technologies, a senior-level audience of CIOs, CTOs, C-suite executives, facilities managers, investment management, real estate developers, asset managers, property owners and operators, and more, curated programming focused on actionable insights over theory, an established community with year-round engagement through forums, advisory groups, and the Real Estate Cyber Summit, the 11th Annual Golf Outing at the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course, and a premier San Diego location offering easy accessibility and world-class conference facilities.
"What sets Realcomm IBcon apart is the quality and seniority of the attendees," Berger added. "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."
Realcomm IBcon 2026 registration is now open, with early bird registration expiring February 27, 2026. Founded in 1998, Realcomm IBcon is the longest-running and most prestigious commercial real estate technology conference, serving as the premier forum where senior executives and technology leaders converge to explore transformative technologies. More information is available at www.realcomm.com.
