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.
According to Jim Young, CEO and Founder of Realcomm, the industry is at an inflection point unlike anything 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 said. "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."
The conference maintains its position as the industry's most trusted forum for navigating technology transformation, with the 2026 TechREset theme reflecting the unprecedented pace of innovation reshaping commercial real estate. Howard Berger, Managing Partner and SVP of Programs at Realcomm, emphasized that the 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 stated.
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.
Key conference highlights include 28 years of industry leadership as the original commercial real estate technology conference, curated programming focused on actionable insights over theory, and an established community with year-round engagement through forums, advisory groups, and the Real Estate Cyber Summit. The event will also feature the 11th Annual Golf Outing at the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course and take place in a premier San Diego location offering easy accessibility and world-class conference facilities.
Berger noted that what sets Realcomm IBcon apart is the quality and seniority of the attendees. "Sponsors and exhibitors return year after year because they know they're reaching the decision-makers who actually control technology budgets and strategy," he explained. "In a year defined by the need to REset and accelerate, that access to senior leadership is more valuable than ever." The conference's advisory community of industry thought leaders has shaped programming that will help attendees make sense of this transformation.
Realcomm IBcon 2026 registration is now open through their website at https://www.realcomm.com, with early bird registration expiring on February 27, 2026. The conference continues its tradition of serving as the premier forum where senior real estate executives, technology leaders, and innovative solution providers converge to explore the technologies transforming the built environment.
