Antony Slumbers
Transform real estate strategies with Antony Slumbers, speaker and PropTech pioneer. Antony works with commercial property boards to navigate digital transformation and workspace innovation, delivering expert insights for clients including CBRE Global Investors and MSCI.
Surrey, United Kingdom
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Over the years, Antony has reached important milestones. He spent 12 years designing and hosting websites for a major real estate advisor in the UK and Europe. In 2001, he co-founded Vicinitee, a Property Management and Tenant Engagement Platform, with Broadgate Estates. Currently, he runs Cityoffices.net and Glasnost21.com, while advising real estate boards on technology and digital strategies.
As a pioneer in PropTech, Antony has founded and exited several innovative companies. His expertise helps real estate boards adapt to change and embrace technology. He is also an international speaker, giving keynote addresses in Europe and the US about the future of real estate and technology's impact on workspaces. Additionally, he writes a column for Estates Gazette and maintains a blog at antonyslumbers.com, focusing on PropTech and the changing nature of work.
Antony provides consulting services to various real estate boards, including clients like CBRE Global Investors and MSCI. Recognised as an industry influencer, Slumbers is a ULI Europe Technology and Real Estate Council member and the Leadership Board of CREtech. His contributions to real estate innovation and technology make him a key figure in shaping the sector's future.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Antony Slumbers has championed the concept of "Space as a Service" since 2014. As society shifts from ownership to access, the demand for on-demand real estate is growing, with significant implications for the industry. Space as a Service encompasses both on-demand space procurement and tailored workplaces that meet individual needs. Attendees will learn how this trend impacts high-skilled employee retention and productivity in the evolving office market.
Antony Slumbers will explore the transformative role of Generative AI in real estate, highlighting its significance as a 'General Purpose Technology' that will influence the industry and society at large. This course is designed for professionals at all levels, providing insights on the importance of these tools, practical daily applications, and their potential effects on customers, competitors, and stakeholders. Attendees will learn how to effectively leverage Generative AI in their roles to drive success.
Anthony Slumbers will explore the complexities of innovation for the Real Estate sector, highlighting that while it’s easy to discuss, implementing it effectively is challenging. He emphasises that without structured processes, true innovation cannot thrive. Attendees will learn actionable steps to foster innovation within their organisations, ensuring they remain competitive and profitable in a rapidly changing landscape.
In his session, Anthony Slumbers will explore the evolving landscape of the property sector, highlighting how changing customer expectations and competitive dynamics are reshaping business models. He will discuss the surprising value of free offerings, the disruptive potential of technology, and the transformative power of data, networks, and ecosystems. Attendees will gain insights into navigating these shifts and understanding the new market dynamics essential for future success.
Antony Slumbers discusses the transformative impact of technology on our work, shopping, and living environments, highlighting both opportunities and challenges. He examines the pandemic's effects on real estate, particularly concerning the workplace and office market. Attendees will gain insights into maximising benefits while minimising risks in this evolving landscape, equipping them with strategies to navigate the future of cities and work effectively.
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