Urbanity: 10 More Speakers Added to 2024 Line-Up

Australia’s premier property conference Urbanity is known for its high calibre of speakers and attendees.

The Urban Developer has now added nine visionary cityshapers to the Urbanity lineup, including renowned developers, urban planners, tech entrepreneurs and sustainability leaders making moves in the industry.

Join the likes of Harvey Lister, Jessica Christiansen-Franks and Chris Lucas alongside six other bright minds as they share their insight on urban development and city shaping.

You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to connect with these experts!

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Introducing our experts 

Harvey Lister

Chairman of ASM Global

Background: During his 50 years of experience alongside his business partners, Harvey has been involved in the presentation and management of events in the sport, arts, conventions and entertainment industry.

Company focus: Following the merge of AEG Facilities and SMG, ASM Global was created, acquiring more than 350 venues.

Projects: Lister has worked on a vast number of projects, including in Japan and the Gulf region.

Jessica Christiansen-Franks

Chief executive and founding director of Neighbourlytics

Background: Jessica is an award-winning technology leader who is unlocking the power of big data and social analytics to transform cities around the world.

Company focus: Neighbourlytics was founded in 2017 and is now used by the majority of Australia’s leading property developers, asset managers and urban planners for its cutting edge data science as an urban analytics platform. 

Projects: The proprietary technology fills the missing middle revealing insights into unique identities of more than 20,000 neighbourhoods across 12 different countries.

Chris Lucas

Founder and chief executive of Lucas Group 

Background: Chris is one of Australia’s most respected restaurateaurs with the belief that global cities thrive on world-class hospitality.

Projects: Lucas’s groundbreaking work at 80 Collins in Melbourne showcases his ability to reimagine guest experiences. 

Notable experience: He has revolutionised Australian dining with acclaimed restaurants such as Chin Chin, Kisumé and Hawker Hall.

Upcoming projects: A new restaurant is coming in Canberra with QIC and Batard in Melbourne. 

Other notable speakers include: 

Svea Viskovich - Development manager at CBUS Property 

Dion Giannarelli - Chief executive at Giannerelli Group

Jack Hutchinson Jr - Director at Hutchinson Builders 

Ben Coorey - Founder of Archistar 

Joe Grasso - Managing Director at Figurehead Construction

Oscar Ledlin - Founder and managing director of Ledlin Developments

Penny Hall - Principal at ARUP 

A little about Urbanity

Taking place on the Gold Coast in July-August, Urbanity 2024 will bring prominent industry figures from the Asia-Pacific region together for the three-day conference. The event will unravel the most recent trends, disruptions and themes that influence the evolution of cities in the region.

With a record of selling out its the past five editions, Urbanity is an essential gathering for individuals engaged in the development of cities and urban spaces.

This is your last opportunity to save $200 on your ticket.

Register before June 30, 2024 to receive second-release ticket rates.

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