# Event Details - **Event Name**: 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference | 2 DAYS: Thurs-Fri, Jan 22-23, 2026 (Meet & Greet Jan 21) In-person in Austin or OnlineAbout this EventAbout this eventThe 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference will be held in-person in Austin on Thursday (9am - 5:30pm) and Friday (9am - 12:30pm), January 22 & 23, 2026 at the Hyatt Place Austin Downtown with the option to attend online. There will be a Meet & Greet on Wednesday evening, January 21.The TFI conference gives industry thought-leaders and professionals the chance to share the latest trends and developments impacting communications and asset valuation.As always, we will cover wireless communications, broadband and video, network technologies, and a range of cutting-edge technologies coming onto the market. We hope you’ll join your colleagues in 2026 in what promises to be another interesting and important event!Conference SponsorsCostQuest Associates | KROLL | Ryan https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/b9d54af0-b3f8-11f0-bc3b-55cfec1e4694-rimg-w1200-h144-dcffffff-gmir.jpg And Alliance Partner: Leadership Mindset Success https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ba4809f0-b3f8-11f0-8800-73943a58c1b1-rimg-w1200-h184-dcffffff-gmir.jpg 2026 Sponsorships are available. Please contact TFI team for information.Registration Information:To register, Click on the red "Tickets" bar above.I n-Person - Hyatt Plaza Downtown AustinGeneral Admission: Early Bird Rate $895 ($995 after Dec. 31, 2025)Assessors*: Early Bird Rate $85 ($95 after Dec 31, 2025)Online Only - via ZoomGeneral Admission : $245Assessors *: $0In-Person Opening Reception on the evening of Wed, Jan 21. Online networking before and after the first day .*Special rate is for tax assessors only.[Substitution/Cancellation/Refunds/Inclement Weather Policy] https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/baaf5740-b3f8-11f0-bc3b-55cfec1e4694-rimg-w1200-h225-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Venue: Hyatt Place Austin DowntownLocation/Accommodations: Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, 211 East 3rd Street, Austin, TX, 512-476-4440 (phone) or 512-476-4404 (fax). We have a limited block of guest rooms available until January 9, 2026 at the special rate of $189 per night.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.________________________________Keynotes and Speakers:Additional presenters will be added soon., Conference Director, President TFI: Larry is an internationally-recognized authority on communications forecasting. He launched the TFI conference in 2006 to provide a forum for the property assessment/valuation community to discuss technology issues.Wireless Keynote: Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Communications in 6G, Ernest Dashiell Cockrell II Chair in Engineering, The University of Texas at AustinDr. Humphreys specializes in the application of optimal detection and estimation techniques to problems in satellite navigation, autonomous systems, and signal processing. He directs the Wireless Networking and Communications Group (WNCG) and the Radionavigation Laboratory.Policy Keynote: Investment-Specific-Risk in Discount Rates , Fellow Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) and Managing Director (ret.), Valuation Services, Kroll. Mr. Grabowski leverages nearly 50 years of valuation and advisory experience in a broad range of sectors, which include railroads, retail, education, sports, movie libraries and manufacturing.________________________________2026 TFI Technology Conference ScheduleWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 216:15–7:15 pm – Pre-Conference Reception Meet & Greet – Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, GalleryTHURSDAY, JANUARY 22 - Conference Day 1 – Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, Meeting Place 2&3. (Online networking before and after the first day.)9:00 am Introductions and Welcome • , President, TFI9:15 am TFI Industry Forecast Overview • , President, TFI • , Senior Consultant, TFI10:10 am Break10:15 am Wireless Keynote: Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Communications in 6G •, Ernest Dashiell Cockrell II Chair in Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin11:15 am Break11:30 am Feature Presentation: Valuations of Data Centers and the AI Impact • , Managing Director, Property Tax, Kroll12:15 pm Lunch Break – Attendees are on their own for lunch1:30 pm Policy Keynote: Investment-Specific-Risk in Discount Rates • -Fellow Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA), Managing Director (ret.), Valuation Services, Kroll2:30 pm Break2:45 pm Broadband and Wireless Industry Panel • , AVP Tax, AT&T • , Sr. Director, Property Tax, Charter • , Sr. Manager, Property Tax,T-Mobile3:45 pm Break4:00 pm Feature Presentation: From Spreadsheets to Agents: Real‑World AI for Valuation & Property Tax • , GM, Property Tax, Avalara and , SVP, Engineering, Avalara5:00 pm Day End5:30 pm Conference Reception (Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, Gallery)FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 – Conference – Hyatt Place Austin Downtown Meeting Place 2&39:00 am Communications Technology Update • , Professor Emeritus, School of Journalism and Mass Communications, University of South Carolina; Co-Editor, Communications Technology Update and Fundamentals10:00 am Break10:15 am – U.S. Economic Outlook • , Retired Professor of Instruction, Economics, The University of Texas at Austin; Principal, Brandl the Economist; Author "Money, Banking, Financial Markets & Institutions" 3rd ed, Cengage Learning.11:15 am Break11: 30 am – Feature Presentation - TBA12 :15 pm The Last Word12 :30 pm Conference End12:30 – 1:00 Optional Session -TBA________________________________TFI Conference Team https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bb19d8e0-b3f8-11f0-b797-450f5eb69a3d-rimg-w1200-h342-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Conference Director, lvanston@tfi.com or (512) 415-5965 Conference Liaison, hmvmarek@tfi.com or (512) 914-8038 Leadership Mindset Success, Online Host, carrie@carrievanston.comContact Helen Mary Marek,at or (512) 914-8038 if you have any questions or problems accessing the videos or slides.________________________________W hat to ExpectGain Background, Insights, and Forecasts:Wireless Communications, including 5G and 6GBroadband & Video, including Gigabit networks and OTTNetwork TechnologiesCutting-edge technologies such as virtual and augmented realityStay Relevant and Timely:High level review of top communications trendsInformative presentations on key technologiesIlluminating discussions of current and emerging issues facing the communications industryImportant insights on the impact of these changes on asset valuationMultiple opportunities to connect and reconnect with community and thought-leadersYou Should Attend If:You have a business or policy interest in the communications network's future, orYou are involved with the valuation of communications assets, orYou are impacted by changes in the telecom, wireless, and cable television networks, andYou value learning, sharing, and collaborating with industry leaders and professionalsPast Attendees Include those from:Communications PolicyFinance, Asset Valuation and Property TaxStrategic ForecastingMarket StrategyNetwork PlanningLegal and RegulatoryDepreciation and Asset LivesNew Technology Startups and Developers________________________________What Attendees Say"“Great program with very good speakers that provided great insights on how technology is (and will) impact the telecommunications Industry.” – Gary Hunter, ATT“The premier telecom technology forecasting conference. Most valuable is the forecasting and wireless. Always look at new ways of using what I learn at the conference to apply it to long range projects.” – John Reed, Charter"Great program... information is timely and program ties together well. Good for attendees with various background and interests. I highly recommend it." ―Jeffrey S. Binkley, Ryan"...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, Senior Advisor, Kroll"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________________________________Previous TFI Technology Conferences:Please visit our TFI Technology Conference pages on our for Schedule, Slides, Videos, and Bios from previous TFI conferences. (In red menu box at top.)Previous Attendees: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bb8bad80-b3f8-11f0-8800-73943a58c1b1-rimg-w1200-h511-dcffffff-gmir.jpg We hope you can join us at our 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference. Thursday & Friday, January 22-23, 2026. Reception, Wednesday, January 22. To register, Click on the red "Tickets" bar above. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/austin/21st-annual-tfi-technology-conference-jan-22-23-2026/100001752528222089 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, meetups, music, entertainment, sports, live-music, art, literary-art, virtual, meet-and-greet - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 1063.58, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Austin - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Hyatt Place Austin Downtown - **lat**: 30.2644663 - **long**: -97.7418242 - **full address**: Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, 211 East 3rd Street, Austin, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/40c5e1b86503c1487b43de22f8f193f419412bc9f51c328c9e65f9b51b987573-rimg-w1200-h600-dc494333-gmir.jpg?v=1761654137 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 being held? - **A:** 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 takes place on Thu, 22 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, 211 East 3rd Street, Austin, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026? - **A:** Tickets for 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 are priced at USD 1,064 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral In-Person - Early Bird (Until 12/31/2025)USD 957 + USD 62 feeAvailableAssessor In-Person - Early Bird (Until 12/31/2025)USD 93 + USD 8 feeAvailableOnline Only - General AdmissionUSD 263 + USD 18 feeAvailableOnline Only - AssessorFreeAvailableGeneral In-Person Admission - Standard RateUSD 1,064 + USD 69 feeAvailableAssessor In-Person - Standard RateUSD 103 + USD 8 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026? - **A:** 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 is organized by Technology Futures, Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 21st Annual TFI Technology Conference - Jan 22-23, 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Austin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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