Embracing Global Innovation – Impact on Valuation Professionals
A Virtual Symposium proudly presented by the Institute of Municipal Assessors (IMA) & the International Property Tax Institute (IPTI) - January 28th & 29th, 2025
Event Overview
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Date
January 28-29, 2025. Two half days of insightful discussions and presentations.
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Organizers
Collaborative effort by the Institute of Municipal Assessors (IMA) and International Property Tax Institute (IPTI).
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Format & CPD
Virtual symposium accessible to professionals worldwide. Interactive sessions and learning opportunities.
- IMA Members will receive 5.0 CPD Learning Credits for attending the full conference.
- AIC Members will receive 5.0 CPD Credits for attending the full conference.
- We are confirming CPD credits with RICS & IAAO and will post once they are confirmed.
Registration Information
Full Event Registration (IPTI Members): Available here
**IPTI Members please reach out to the IPTI Team for event discount code.
One Day Only Registration: January 28th OR 29th
(IMA Members): Available here
(IPTI Members): Available here
Early Bird Rates Available until December 15th, 2024
Early Bird Member Fee (Full Event): $195 + HST
Early Bird Non-Member Fee (Full Event): $245 + HST
Early Bird Member Fee (One Day Only): $125 + HST
Early Bird Non-Member Fee (One Day Only): $175 + HST
Registration Process
Simple online registration through the IMA website. Secure payment options available.
Access Details
Will be provided one week in advance of the event.
Schedule at a Glance
DAY ONE - Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
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9:30 AM EST - Opening Remarks
Carlos Resendes, M.I.M.A., President, IMA
Paul Sanderson, President, IPTI
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10:00 AM EST - Transformation and Evolution of Property Valuations – Global Perspective
Dr. Peadar Davis, Senior Lecturer and Researcher, Ulster University, Northern Ireland
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10:45 AM EST - Break
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11:00 AM EST - The Rise of Big Data in Real Estate - Private and Public Sector Applications
Mordechai Katzman, President, Rethink Solutions
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11:30 AM EST - Using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Mass Appraisal
Michael Lomax, Managing Director, Assessment, Esri Canada
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12:15 PM EST - Q&A– All Participants
12:45 PM EST - Closing Comments
DAY TWO - Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
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9:30 AM EST - Review of Day One
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9:45 AM EST - Enhancing Accuracy with Machine Learning
Ashley Wu, Chief Data Scientist, PVSC
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10:15 AM EST - Leveraging Machine Learning to Modernize the Mass Appraisal Processes – Ontario Experimentation
Brian Guerin, M.I.M.A., Director, Assessment Standards & Mass Appraisal, MPAC
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10:45 AM EST - Break
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11:00 AM EST - Can AI Replace Property Valuation Professionals? - Panel Discussion
- Robert Gloudemans, Mass Appraisal Expert Perspective
- Charles Johnstone, M.I.M.A., FRICS, AACI, Principal, Property Tax Complex, Ryan - Private Sector Perspective
- Shelly Graham, Director, Valuation, Research & Advisory Services, MPAC - Assessment Agency Perspective
- Moderator: Greg Martino, M.I.M.A., PLE, Vice-President and Chief Valuation and Standards Officer, MPAC
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12:15 PM EST - Symposium Summary
12:45 PM EST - Closing Comments
Key Topics
Global Valuation Trends
Explore international shifts in property assessment methodologies and technologies.
Big Data Revolution
Understand how vast datasets are reshaping analysis and predictions.
Human vs. Machine
Debate the future role of professionals in an AI-driven valuation landscape.