Your OPTECH 2025 travel & event guide

By Vianna Mabanag on November 11, 2025 in Events

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OPTECH 2025 is almost here! Read on for travel tips to help you make the most of your time at this top multifamily event in Las Vegas.

First: Your travel pep talk

Last week, the Federal Aviation Administration cut flights at 40 major airports due to staffing shortages from the government shutdown. Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) was one of them. With fewer staff on duty, expect longer lines, slower security and lots of waiting. Experts say to arrive two to three hours early for domestic flights, even if you have PreCheck.  

Check your airline app for real-time updates, as gate changes and cancellations may occur more frequently than usual. If you’re road tripping this time around, mentally prepare yourself for traffic in the desert. (Though, what’s new with driving to Las Vegas?)   

When you arrive in Las Vegas, expect the roads to look a little different. Formula 1 kicks off just days after OPTECH, so some streets may be closed or rerouted for race preparations. Plan extra travel time, and keep your rideshare apps handy. 

While delays and race-car detours aren’t exactly on your Las Vegas wish list, having a positive mindset helps. Pack your favorite snacks, download your comfort show and of course, make a solid OPTECH event plan.  

Make the most of your time at OPTECH

OPTECH is three packed days of learning, networking and seeing what’s next in multifamily. A little planning helps you get more from every minute. Review the agenda, set reminders for sessions you don’t want to miss and connect with peers or vendors through the conference app.

And definitely make time for Yardi — we’ve got plenty to show you.

See AI built for multifamily

If you’re curious about what’s next for real estate technology, start here. Yardi Virtuoso is built specifically for multifamily, helping teams streamline operations with intelligent agents, a growing marketplace and secure data connectors. The result: less manual work and more time for what matters most.

Native AI

Virtuoso’s built-in intelligence makes the platform simple and intuitive. Virtuoso Support already resolves 78% of questions without escalation, helping your teams find answers faster.

Agents

Over 70 agents are now live in the Virtuoso Marketplace. These ready-to-use agents automate everyday processes and connect seamlessly with your existing Yardi environment.

Connectors

The new Claude connector — designed specifically for property management — bridges Yardi with the AI tools you rely on. It’s all about expanding what your systems can do, securely and efficiently.

Learn more about Yardi Virtuoso.

RentCafe for every moment

At the RentCafe booth, you’ll find everything you need to help renters look, lease and live, all in one platform.

Look

Attract more renters with marketing that converts. See how you can combine LCP Media photos and tours with expert search strategies to improve your results. 

Lease

Turn leads into residents faster. CRM IQ and Chat IQ work together to qualify and nurture prospects, creating a smooth, connected leasing experience.

Live

Support residents long after move-in. With RentCafe Living, renters can apply online, complete checklists, pay rent and manage services all from one place.

Schedule a meeting to see how RentCafe brings it all together.

Don’t get FOMO on these upcoming sessions

Join Yardi CEO Rob Teel and President Akshai Rao in our session, Leadership & AI Innovation at Scale. Learn about Yardi’s new leadership direction, the Virtuoso AI platform and practical tools to help you streamline operations, improve decision-making and scale your business.

When: Nov. 18, 2:30-2:45 p.m.

Where: NOFOMO Stage, Boulevard 170

Akshai Rao will also be part of AI and the Future of Rental Housing: A Closing Town Hall, where you can learn how to guide your organization into the future of AI-powered renting and housing.

When: Nov. 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Grand 120

Swing by at Topgolf

Kick off your first night of OPTECH with a night of food, drinks and friendly competition at Topgolf. It’s the perfect way to connect with industry peers before the sessions begin. It’s on the top floor of the MGM Grand, where OPTECH will be held, which means you won’t have to navigate all the Formula 1 traffic.

Book a meeting to get energized

Meet with the Yardi team to learn how our technology powers better performance across your portfolio. Everyone who books a meeting is entered to win a Breville Barista Touch™ Espresso Machine valued at $1,000.

See you at OPTECH! And smooth travels.