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AI Summit Speakers

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Chief Real Estate Officer, Modern.tech - Moderator

Joe is a seasoned leader at the intersection of real estate and technology, with over 15 years of experience helping companies grow, adapt, and thrive. He’s currently the EVP of Consulting at Modern.tech and the President of MLSProptech.com, where he collaborates with MLSs, brokerages, and proptech startups to develop strategic solutions, launch innovative products, and drive meaningful impact across the industry.

 

Before that, Joseph held key roles at RESAAS, Compass, and the National Association of REALTORS®, leading global initiatives, building strategic partnerships, and guiding organizations through complex change. He has been involved in a wide range of industry initiatives that have helped shape the intersection of real estate and technology today.

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IBM/Adjunct Professor, Brown University - Panelist, "The Good & The Bad"

Niurka is an Executive Enterprise Solutions Architect with 25+ years leading digital transformations with AI, containerization, and hybrid cloud implementation strategies. She optimizes legacy systems migrations to future ready architectures and delivers global transformation programs through disciplined architecture

frameworks and governance. 
 

Niurka thrives on emerging technology challenges and building genuine connections with customers and colleagues. At home, she embraces coastal living with her family, treasures beach time, and loves hosting gatherings where she shares her cooking with loved ones!

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Google/Adjunct Lecturer, Northwestern - Panelist, "The Good & The Bad"

Suraj Rajdev is a well-established expert in the Analytics space with a particular focus on Marketing Analytics. He has spent the past 8+ years in a variety of analytics roles at Google, but currently leads the Marketing Analytics & Insights team for the Food CPG & Restaurants industries. His role is to help his customers make more informed, data-driven decisions, leveraging data and analytics. He has also worked in both the Telecom & Retail industries and also has a deep understanding of the Marketing Analytics domain for video ad products.

 

Prior to Google, Rajdev was a career consultant (most recently at Deloitte), where he spent 8 years tackling Strategy & Operations challenges for companies in a variety of industries.

Rajdev holds a BS in Industrial & Operations Engineering and an MBA from the University of Michigan. Outside of the office Suraj enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his 6 year old son.

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REALTOR®, Pinkham Real Estate

PrimeMLS Panelist - Practical Uses

Ben is a dedicated full time Realtor® who has called the Mount Washington Valley home for 20 years. Since getting licensed in 2021, Ben has since joined the local real estate board serving as president-elect in 2024 and preparing to take on the role of president in 2025. Due to his work on the board, Ben was awarded the 2024 Realtor of the Year by his peers. Passionate about all things real estate, Ben has a commitment to lifelong learning, and strives to provide clients with unparalleled service and expertise. When not assisting clients, he enjoys hiking, playing volleyball, and embracing the beauty of nature in the Valley he calls home.

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Associate Broker, Sea Properties Ltd.

New Mexico MLS Panelist - Practical Uses

Omega is a dynamic real estate professional with three years of experience at Sea Properties in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. Serving buyers and sellers across Sierra County, Omega is passionate about leveraging AI to streamline everyday tasks, enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction.

 

When not assisting clients, Omega enjoys exploring the great outdoors, embracing the recreational opportunities of the region.

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REALTOR®, Cozart Realty, LLC

Hive MLS Panelist - Practical Uses

With six years of experience in the real estate industry, Elliott brings a strong track record of success and client satisfaction. He has proudly served on the Classic MLS Board for five years, providing leadership and insight into the evolving market. Additionally, his experience includes serving on the Association Board for two years, where he helped guide initiatives supporting their members. He is also a current member of the Hive MLS Board, contributing his expertise for the past two years. His commitment to professionalism and community involvement ensures his clients receive informed and dedicated service every step of the way.

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Co-Founder, RealReports

Product Demonstration - Practical Uses

James is a serial entrepreneur and technologist with deep expertise in building and scaling startups. He has led engineering, product, and operations teams across multiple industries, from consumer and B2B tech to real estate. He co-founded Torii, a tech-enabled brokerage aiming to streamline the home-buying experience. That experience led him to co-found RealReports, solving one of the industry’s biggest challenges--making property data accurate, accessible, and actionable for every home. Today, RealReports is the preeminent source of property data for agents across the United States. A licensed real estate broker, avid outdoorsman, and father of three young boys, he lives in New Hampshire and holds a degree from Tufts University.

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CEO, Ask The Agent

Product Demonstration - Practical Uses

Jim Beckmann is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience launching and scaling successful ventures across industries such as education, healthcare, financial services, and prop tech. He founded his first company at 19 and became the youngest partner at a CRM firm. Jim now advises startups, speaks at academic and economic forums, and serves on boards as a strategic consultant. Mr. Beckmann has received numerous awards and was selected by the Department of Commerce to serve as a Judge for their Select USA Worldwide Investment Conference and selected to mentor Women led tech companies seeking to expand to the United States. Jim is passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to build impactful businesses that strengthen their communities.

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Senior Director of Industry Relations, Realtors Property Resource, LLC ("RPR")

Product Demonstration - Practical Uses

Liz Gunski is a veteran in organized real estate with a track record of delivering exceptional results for clients. With 15 years of experience in the industry, she has built a reputation for providing strategic guidance and innovative solutions to help clients achieve their goals. As the Senior Director of Industry Relations at RPR®, Liz brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every engagement. Throughout her career, Liz has earned a reputation for being responsive, reliable, and results-driven. She is committed to building strong, long-lasting relationships with clients and is passionate about helping them succeed. She is also actively involved in the real estate community, having served as an advisor to the Real Estate Standards Organization (RESO) and holds the CMLX2 designation.

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