This is the reason that the main drive of the 8th annual Investment Property Databank (IPD) conference in July, sponsored by Old Mutual Investment Group Property Investments, has been themed Changing Dynamics in SA Property. The focus is intended to enable investors who are interested in the various property sectors to make informed decisions to achieve maximum benefit.
"There is a lot of data out there, however, it is knowing how to apply this information strategically that provides the competitive edge. We are bringing together the foremost thought leaders and real estate experts to help us better understand the exciting and complex environment in which we do business,” says IPD SA managing director Stan Garrun.
As the global leader in property analysis, the London-headquartered IPD is uniquely positioned to team up with SAPOA and provide an in-depth property investment conference which will give delegates a number of different opportunities to explore.
The conference strikes a balance between international and local speakers, encouraging the sharing of experiences from all parts of the globe.
Visiting South Africa to share their insights are Dr. Wilfred Anim-Odame of the respected Cass Business School in the UK, now resident in Ghana; the IPD chief for Australia and NZ, Anthony de Francesco; and UK-based Consultancy International principal, Martin Fleishman.
Tapping into leading local knowledge is a strong lineup speakers including Dennis Beckett, author and media personality; David Williams, associate editor of the Financial Mail; Mike Flax, managing executive of Redefine; Dries Du Toit, independent consultant strategist; Dr Andrew Golding, CE Pam Golding Properties; Andre Stadler, MD Catalyst Securities and many others.
A highlight of the IPD program, returning by popular demand, is a master class in property development for senior property executives, led by Francois Viruly, professor of property studies at Wits University. Viruly will be joined by Jess Cleland, head of IPD Research, and a panel of developers and investors.
"Viruly’s class brings the academic and the practical together in a powerful specialised workshop,” says Garrun.
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