Estate Living Gauteng Property Development, Management and Investment Event

Estate Living is very pleased to announce the start of our annual Gauteng, Durban, and Cape Town Property Development, Management, and Investment Events.

This will be the fourth year that Estate Living is hosting regional events that offer property developers and their professional teams along with property and community management and investors an opportunity to come together to network and engage in several interesting and relevant information sessions.

The theme of this year’s event is ‘Property Development and Management – Your new buyers, Gen Z property owners, are here. Do you know what they want?’

Gen Z are commonly referred to as the first fully ‘digitally native’ generation. Members of the Gen Z years were born between 1997 and 2012. So, as of 2024, the Gen Z age range is anywhere from 12 to 27.

They grew up with social media and smartphones – they’re used to living in a digital-first world. Gen Z customers are used to doing their own research. Perhaps because they grew up during the Great Recession, the digital natives of Generation Z are especially careful to learn about products before they commit to a purchase.

Gen Z people also value the ability to solve issues themselves. Research shows that ‘not being able to find the information I need online’ is considered one of the most frustrating aspects of bad customer service for a Gen Z customer. Companies or management need to provide for omnichannel service.

It is important that chatbots (a preferred first line of communication) are friendly and engaging, adopting a more consumer-centric attitude. Response time is also critical in the buyer’s experience. Investing in comprehensive self-service options and adopting ethical and environmentally friendly practices are also positioned high on the list of needs for your new customers.

Every generation has unique needs, traits, and preferences. If you don’t address each expectation properly, you may miss opportunities to boost your sales and improve your bottom line.

Join Estate Living and our expert speakers as we discuss key topics like water resources and infrastructure, security, technology, financing solutions and property requirements for the next generation of investors.

The event is free to attend

Speakers:

Marko Stavrou – Founder of Stavrou Consulting
A stand-out young business leader, based in South Africa. Recognized for his innovative approach to management consulting and his expertise in connecting with Generation Z.

Sunil Piyarlall:

He will be discussing : “A Global Perspective on Telecommunications and the Increasing Demand for Connectivity”

Dominique dHotman – Head of Strategy at OOBA Finance:
How the financial sector is responding to the demand for housing and the integration of digital solutions such as cryptocurrencies Included in the conversation will be local government plans to stimulate the property market.

Emma Sadleir of the Digital Law Co:
She will be looking at how to navigate the digital laws with the demand of a new generation who don’t have the same attitude to personal data and want to engage with digital solutions first.

Prof Antony Turton:
He will unpack challenges and solutions around the growing concern of Gauteng’s water supply.

Jon Kornik (CEO and founder of Plentify)
His topic will be “Is smart energy only for Gen Z?”

Mark Greenhill – (Ledvance) :
Lighting Technology Trends along with Prizes and Giveaway of stunning light fittings

Agenda

08:30 AM: Opening Remarks by Louise Martin
Louise Martin kicks off the event with a brief overview of the morning’s proceedings and introduces the main topic.

08:45 AM – 09:15 AM – Speaker: Marko Stavrou
Presentation: “Decoding Generation Z: Strategies for Connection and Engagement in Real Estate”

09:30 AM – 10:00 AM – Speaker: Sunil Piyarlall
Presentation: “A Global Perspective on Telecommunications and the Increasing Demand for Connectivity”

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Speaker: Dominique d’Hotman
Presentation: “Understanding the Gen Z Buyer: Anticipated Housing Demands and Financial Navigation in the Property Sector”

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM – Speaker: Emma Sadleir
Presentation: “The legal, disciplinary, and reputational risks of social media”

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Networking Break

11:30 AM – 12:00 AM – Speaker: Prof. Tony Turton
Presentation: Water Resources Gauteng

12:00 AM – 12:20 AM – Speaker: Jon Kornik (CEO and founder of Plentify)
Presentation: His topic will be “Is smart energy only for Gen Z?”

12:20 AM – 12:45 PM – Speaker: Arthur Bezuidenhout
Presentation: A new way to build

12:45 PM – 13:00 PM – Speaker: Ledvance Mark Greenhill = Lighting Technology Trends
Presentation: Lighting Technology Trends along with Prizes and Giveaways of stunning light fittings

13:10 PM: Closing Remarks by Louise Martin followed by networking and refreshments