In Punta Cana, next August, the 2024 edition of "Social Media Talk" will take place, this time focused on the construction sector to highlight topics of interest to the industry, trends and innovations.
Manuel Ventura, CEO of the platform, highlighted that the event will take place at Hard Rock Café Punta Cana at 7:00 PM, with the participation of prominent professionals who will speak on issues related to the dynamic construction sector, one of the fundamental pillars of the Dominican economy.
The executive explained that the meeting was conceived in response to the need for specialized networking spaces focused on digital marketing and social media.
He said that the meeting will feature exhibitors Sergio Carlo and Carlos Janáriz de Renza, from Solar Panels; Ralf Freissner, CEO of Smart Solutions Management; Angheisa Bustamante, Finance Director of Noriega Group; José Miguel Sánchez, Speaker Top100 Spain; Xavier Álvarez, President of the Mexican Association of Swimming Pool Builders; Ana María Ramos, Director of the newspaper El Inmobiliario.
Also taking the stage will be Osman González, Commercial Director of CivilMek; Ally Dantes, Project Manager of Aybar Construction; and Cristina Espinal, Production Director of Ready-Mix Concrete at Samuel S Conde & Associates.
Ventura explained that the topics covered this year at Social Media Talk include "Innovation and technology in construction, the impact of digitalization and new technologies on the construction industry, the use of drones, BIM (Building Information Modeling), Artificial Intelligence and augmented reality.".
They will also share information on "Sustainability and green building: sustainable and ecological construction practices, LEED certifications and strategies to reduce the carbon footprint, solar energy: construction allied to new energy sources. Also, project management and operational efficiency: best practices in construction project management. Tools and techniques to improve efficiency and reduce costs.".
Regarding regulations and standards: recent changes in construction laws and regulations, how to comply with local and international regulations, and association affiliations.
In the section on digital marketing for construction companies, we will discuss digital marketing strategies specific to the construction sector and the use of social media and digital content to attract customers.
Workplace safety will not be absent with the approach on the "implementation of occupational safety and health measures. Case studies on safety improvements at construction sites.".
Manuel Ventura explained that the activity aims to bring together leaders and prominent professionals from the construction sector with the goal of fostering an enriching exchange of knowledge and experiences.
"It will not only serve as a forum to share innovations and best practices in the industry, but will also offer valuable networking and business opportunities," he said.
He added that attendees will be able to establish meaningful connections, explore potential collaborations, and strengthen their professional networks, thus contributing to the continued growth and development of the construction sector.
The meeting is aimed at construction companies, material suppliers, real estate developers, architects and engineers, specialized media, interior designers, developers, real estate agents, construction industry professionals and specialized technicians.
It will be sponsored by Noriega Construction Company, El Inmobiliario, GCPI Gestores Consultores de Procesos Institucionales, Corazón Mermelada, El Nuevo Diario, APYCA Developers and Proyectos Ejecución y Control de Obras.
A bit of history
Ventura said that this is the first version of the "Social Media Talk construction sector", but it is the 24th Social Media Talk.
He explained that it is a platform that highlights people who are doing great things, born from an experience lived in Mexico in 2015, where he participated as a digital leader in the first "Social Media Talk Round Table by TelmexHub" and imported the idea adapted to the Dominican Republic.
He reported that in 2021 he moved the experience to Punta Cana as the destination for his events, becoming a more corporate meeting, testing different business and event models and managing to strengthen the concept where meetings are always held with two topics of interest for the people who live and do business in Bávaro, Punta Cana and Cap Cana.
He added that initially, the events were small, with a capacity for 95 people and a monthly format in Punta Cana, and that in November 2023, he celebrated the 5th anniversary at Blue Mall Punta Cana, giving way to massive gatherings every two months.
"In addition, we launched our podcast to continue broader conversations, as requested, and the Social Media Talk Magazine.".
