Join us in exciting downtown Austin for the top technology conference for communications and valuation professionals. In its thirteenth year, the TFI conference unites industry, consultants, and government with experts in the technologies that are revolutionizing the industry and impacting the values of communication assets. See Schedule and list of Keynotes and Speakers below. 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* Artificial Reality* Virtual 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 Conference SponsorsSpecial thanks to our Sponsors, AUS, Costquest, and Deloitte.  Additional 2018 Sponsorships Available!  Keynotes: Jeffrey Andrews, Cullen Trust Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Texas at Austin"5G and the Promise and Perils of Ultradensification" We welcome back Professor Andrews as our 2018 Wireless Keynote. His previous engagements at TFI in 2011 and 2014 are among our most memorable and popular.In addition to his keynote, Professor Andrews will also discuss New Radio (the first 5G physical layer standard) and update us on what's new in the cellular and WiFi community looking forward. Mohammed Ali, Chief Architect, Austin VR Lab "Augmented Reality: Status, Applications, and Prospects"Live VR Demos using Smart PhonesSpecial Bonus: TFI is gifting all attendees with Top-of-the-Line Vive Headsets for all attendees In case you haven’t heard, Austin is a hotbed for Virtual and Augmented Reality. We are excited have one of its leaders, Austin AR Lab, collaborating with us. Yes it's for "Real!" Special Guest: Iain Gillott, President and Founder, iGR (iGillottResearch, Inc.)Wireless Industry Fireside Chat with hosts Gary Wiggins, AT&T and Stephen Yergeau, T-Mobile Last year Iain returned as our 2017 Wireless Keynote to awesome reviews. We are extremely happy to have him back in 2018! Conference Director:  Lawrence K. Vanston, Ph.D., President, TFI"TFI Overview""Forecasting Artificial Intelligence""TFI Broadband/Video/Wireless Forecast Update" with Ray Hodges"The Education Technology Revolution" with Augie Grant Guest Speakers: Dub Dublin, CEO, Dublinvention LLC "Artificial Intelligence as a Commodity"         August (Augie) Grant, Ph.D., Professor, School of Journalism and Mass Communications,University of South Carolina; Co-Editor, Communications Technology Update and Fundamentals"The Big Media Shuffle: Is Bigger Better?""The Education Technology Revolution"with Larry Vanston Carl Hoemke, CEO, Co-Founder, crowdREAS"Artificial Intelligence Tax Applications" Ruben Miranda, Director, Duff & Phelps"Broadband Spectrum Pricing"  Mike Wilson, Vice President, CostQuest     "Communications Public Policy Issues Review" Ray Hodges, Senior Consultant, TFI"TFI Broadband/Video/Wireless Forecast Update" with Larry Vanston Jeffrey Binkley, Advisory Director, Transactions and Business Analytics LLP, DeloitteBroadband Industry Panel Moderator Guest Hosts: Gary Wiggins, ASA, CAE, Executive Director - Property Tax, AT&TWireless Industry Fireside Chat, Co-Host Stephen Yergeau, Director, Property Taxes, T-MobileWireless Industry Fireside Chat, Co-Host   TFI Staff:              Helen Mary Marek, VP Operations & Creative Director, Technology Futures, Inc.Conference Liaison Carrie Vanston, Executive & Energy Leadership Coach, Corporate Cultures That RockVP, Communications, TFI Past attendees include those from: Communications Policy Finance, Asset Valuation and Property Tax Strategic Forecasting Market Strategy Network Planning Legal and Regulatory Depreciation and Asset Lives 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 24, 2018 6:15–7:15 pm Pre-Conference Reception Meet & Greet, Rooftop THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018Conference Day One Begins, Rio Grande Ballroom 8:30 am           Introductions and Welcome/TFI Overview                        - Lawrence Vanston, President, TFI ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 8:50 am           Forecasting Artificial Intelligence                        - Lawrence Vanston, President, TFI 9:20 am           Artificial Intelligence Tax Applications                        - Carl Hoemke, CEO, Co-Founder, crowdREASON 9:50 am           Break 10:05 am         Artificial Intelligence as a Commodity                        - Dub Dublin, CEO, Dublinvention LLC 10:35 am         Panel Discussion: Impacts of AI on the Communications Industry                         and Society                11:05 am         Break WIRELESS 11:20 am         Keynote: 5G and the Promise and Perils of Ultradensification                        - Jeffrey Andrews, Cullen Trust Professor of Electrical & Computer                         Engineering, WNCG, University of Texas at Austin                         12:20 pm        Discussion and Q&A 12:30 pm        Lunch Break, Gatehouse                                           1:15 pm          Wireless Industry Fireside Chat                        - Iain Gillott, President and Founder, iGR (iGillottResearch, Inc.) Special Guest                       -Co-Hosts:                         - Gary Wiggins, AT&T                        - Stephen Yergeau, T-Mobile   ARTIFICIAL REALITY & VIRTUAL REALITY 2:15 pm          Keynote: “Augmented Reality: Status, Applications, and Prospects”                       - Mohammed Ali, Chief Architect, Austin VR Lab  3:00 pm          Virtual Reality Demo - Austin VR Lab - Groups 1-3                   6:00 pm          Day Ends 6:15 pm          Conference Reception – Rooftop                                            FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2018Conference Day Two, Rio Grande Ballroom BROADBAND & VIDEO 8:30 am           TFI Broadband/Video/Wireless Forecast Update                        - Lawrence Vanston, President, TFI                        - Ray Hodges, Senior Consultant, TFI 8:50 am           The Big Media Shuffle: Is Bigger Better?                         - August (Augie) Grant, Professor, School of Journalism and Mass                         Communications, University of South Carolina; Co-Editor,                         Communications Technology Update and Fundamentals 9:30 am           The Education Technology Revolution                         - August (Augie) Grant, Professor, University of South Carolina                         - Lawrence Vanston, President, TFI 9:50 am           Break 10:05 am         Broadband Spectrum Pricing                          - Ruben Miranda, Duff & Phelps 10:35 am         Communications Public Policy Issues Review                         - Mike Wilson, CostQuest                                           11:05 am         Break               11:20 am         Broadband Industry Panel                        - Jeffrey Binkley, Deloitte (Moderator) 12:20 pm        Concluding Remarks 12:30 pm        Break               12:35 pm        Box Lunch Presentation and Discussion 1:25 pm          Conference Ends To give you an idea of the quality of our keynotes, speakers, and panelists, view  our January 2017 TFI Conference Schedule, Slides, Videos, Photos & Bios Registration Information: Click here or see "Tickets" at Top of Page General Admission: $995) Assessor/Academic/Government Rate: $295.00* *Special rate for assessors, government, or academia [Substitution/Cancellation/Refunds/Inclement Weather Policy]                                      Start 2018 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 800-321-2211. We have a limited block of guest rooms. Book now at the special TFI room rate of $229 per night until January 8, 2018. 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 [email protected] or call us at (512) 258-8898 with any questions regarding the conference.

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