TFI Technology Conference Jan 24-25, 2019
Event Information
Description
Iain Gillott, wireless expert extraordinaire, returns to TFI for the fourth time. This time Iain will lead us through a deeper look into this technology and its impacts on broadband, cable, video, and other asset-intensive industries.
For 2019, we are re-introducing tax and valuation-specific segments to the conference to reinforce the relevance of technology change to asset valuation. We hope you’ll join your colleagues in what promises to be another interesting and important event!
Gain Background, Insights, and Forecasts:
- Wireless Communications, including 5G and HetNets
- Broadband & Video, including Gigabit networks and OTT
- Network Technologies, such as SDN/NFV
- Cutting-edge technologies including:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Virtual Reality
- Augmented Reality
Stay Relevant and Timely:
- High level review of top communications trends
- Informative presentations on key technologies
- Illuminating discussions of current and emerging issues facing the communications industry
- Important insights on the impact of these changes on asset valuation
- Multiple opportunities to connect and reconnect with community and thought-leaders
You Should Attend If:
- You have a business or policy interest in the communications network's future, or
- You are involved with the valuation of communications assets, or
- You are impacted by changes in the telecom, wireless, and cable television networks, or
- You are active in the IoT, AI, VR or other up and coming communication technologies, and
- You value learning, sharing, and collaborating with industry leaders and professionals
Special thanks again to our 2018 Conference Sponsors!
2018 Sponsors: AUS, Costquest, and Deloitte.
2019 Sponsorships Available: Contact TFI about Sponsorships
Special Guest:
Iain Gillott, President and Founder, iGR (iGillottResearch, Inc.)
Wireless Industry Special Guest Speaker
We are pleased to have Iain joining us once again as our 2019 special Wireless Keynote Speaker. Iain joined us in 2018, 2017 and 2015 to awesome reviews. We are extremely happy to have him back in 2019!
Conference Director:
Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D., President, TFI
Ray Hodges, Senior Consultant, Technology Futures, Inc. 
Carrie Vanston, The Energy Transformer
"Getting Out of the Alligator Pit - And Staying Out"
TFI Staff:
Helen Mary Marek, VP Operations & Creative Director, Technology Futures, Inc.
Conference Liaison
Past attendees include those from:
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Communications Policy
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Finance, Asset Valuation and Property Tax
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Strategic Forecasting
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Market Strategy
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Network Planning
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Legal and Regulatory
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Depreciation and Asset Lives
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New Technology Startups and Developers
Some of Our Previous Attendees
What Attendees Say
"Great program... information is timely and program ties together well. Good for attendees with various background and interests. I highly recommend it." ―Jeffery S. Binkley, Director, Deloitte
"...a unique learning experience to be had via the lectures and interaction with the audience and TFI." ―Robert G. Strong, Tax Director, AT&T
"Practical information from industry insiders provided me insight I haven't found anywhere else." ―Augie Grant, Professor, University of South Carolina
"Great conference as always! Too many excellent speakers to list. Particularly remember 5G presentation."
―Dmitriy Matsyshen, Sr. Tax Manager, T-Mobile
"5 Stars! Informative sessions with dedicated speakers."
―Paul Tucker, Independent Appraiser
"Nice update on technology. ..."
―Charles Burkhardt, Senior Consultant, CostQuest
"Great range of topics & speakers that were both fascinating and provocative." ―Jim Dombrowski, Property Tax Manager, Verizon
"Based on TFI's knowledge, skills and experience, I strongly recommend this conference to anyone who is involved in assessing telecommunications equipment or anyone involved with telecommunications in some form or another." ―Raul Reyes, Business Personal Property Supervisor, Dallas Central Appraisal District
"...Proper valuation must take into account technological externalities that will diminish the value of the existing assets. The technological innovations are having a such an impact that keeping up is essential. This conference keeps me up to date."
―Roger Grabowski, Managing Director, Duff & Phelps
"Great conference for all of those who want an update on trends in the communications industry and the technologies impacting it. As an academic, I found it especially valuable in providing me ideas of what I need to be looking out for in my own areas of interest.
―Kim Houser, Business Law Professor, Washington State University
Conference Schedule:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2019
6:15–7:15 pm - Pre-Conference Reception Meet & Greet - Rooftop (Gatehouse if cold or rainy)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 2019
8:30 am - 6:00 pm - Conference Day One - Rio Grande Ballroom
12:30 pm - Conference Lunch - Gatehouse
6:15 pm - Conference Reception – Rooftop (Gatehouse if cold or rainy)
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018
8:30 am - 1:30 pm - Conference Day Two - Rio Grande Ballroom
12:30 - 1:30 pm - Box Lunch - Presentation & Discussion - Rio Grande Ballroom
To give you an idea of the quality of our keynotes, speakers, and panelists, view our January 2018 TFI Conference Schedule, Slides, Videos, Bios & Photos
Registration Information:
Click here or see "Tickets" at Top of Page
Early Bird Registration: $895 (After Dec 23: $995)
We are pleased to offer a new Assessor/Academic/Government Early Bird rate of $80 for a limited block of seats!
Early Bird Assessor/Academic/Government Rate: $80 (After Dec 23: 95.00)*
*Special rate for assessors, government, or academia
[Substitution/Cancellation/Refunds/Inclement Weather Policy]
Start 2019 with the latest knowledge and insights on
the key forces impacting your organization!
Venue: Courtyard Marriott Downtown
Location/Accommodations: Courtyard Marriott Downtown, 300 E. 4th Street., Austin, TX, 512-236-8008 or 844-473-3959. We have a limited block of guests rooms until January 8. Book now at the special TFI room rate of $229 per night or call the Marriott at 844-473-3959 and mention you are witih Technology Futures Inc.
The hotel is in walking distance to Austin's best live music venues and restaurants and near the Texas State Capitol, the University of Texas, and other popular Austin sites. This is a non-smoking facility with complimentary high-speed Internet and wireless access throughout the hotel. (photo source: Marriott)
For more information about Austin, please visit Austin 360 or Austin Chamber of Commerce.
Contact:
Please contact Helen Mary Marek, at hmvmarek@tfi.com or call us at (512) 258-8898 with any questions regarding the conference.