Emerging digital and AI technologies for planning and construction
Join us for an impactful discussion on how new technologies are transforming the built environment.
Digital transformation is starting to impact urban planning and construction, with many important questions yet to be decided.
This event will look at the latest developments from those currently shaping the direction of this important industry.
Secure your spot now and be a part of the conversation.
Our format is simple: moderated panel discussions with real people followed by networking and drinks.
Date: Wednesday 20nd August 2025
Venue - Luminary, 1/195 Little Collins St, Melbourne
Enter at street level just besides the rear of the old Georges building, and make your way to Luminary on Level 1 via the elevator.
Ticket price includes drinks, light refreshments.
Registration required for catering purposes. No drop ins please.
Meet the Panellists:
Bios:
James Mant is CEO and co-founder of Spero-ai, Australia’s first AI-native planning company, James is reshaping how the planning system operates and how planners work, building modular AI tools that cut red tape, streamline approvals, and return time to planners and communities. James has a background as a highly experienced and award-winning executive from the Victorian State Government who led globally recognised projects in people-centred urban planning.
Glenn Drew has a long history in delivering positive and game-changing results in multiple industries. Glenn has envisioned Connected Built to provide a much-needed step change that will improve productivity in Australia’s housing industry. His firm brings together a platform of game changing solutions that connects the dots across the built asset ecosystem to deliver new productivity for the construction industry.
