— It started with an observation —
Robert Klein
Founder
In 2003, Safeguard Properties’ late Founder Robert Klein noticed a lack of industry conferences focused solely on property preservation. While often a topic of conversation, at that time preservation was always a small part of a larger conference. Looking to provide an outlet for industry leaders to collaborate and innovate, Klein began formulating a plan that would bring together all facets of the mortgage field services industry to discuss pressing issues and develop solutions.
In November 2004, the first annual National Property Preservation Conference (NPPC) was held in Washington, DC. An intimate affair, the two-day conference drew leaders from HUD, the GSEs, mortgage servicing, and property preservation companies from across the country. Historic in its spirit of partnership, the conference gained the support needed to ensure its continued success today.
“NPPC is a cornerstone event for mortgage industry professionals. Covering critical topics from policy, regulation, compliance, and procedure related to property preservation and service, NPPC is a can’t-miss assembly of thought leaders shaping the future of mortgage servicing.”
“I have had the opportunity to attend and speak at the National Property Preservation Conference over the last few years, and I have enjoyed each experience. The conference provides a more intimate setting, solid line up of speakers and topics, as well as a thoughtful flow throughout the events. The technology used to put on the conference from audio and visual to scheduling and mobile apps raises the bar.”
ADDRESSING THE ISSUES WE ALL FACE
Since the inaugural conference, much has changed. Major disasters have increased in both frequency and force, causing multiple industries to come to together to rethink how to prepare for, recover from, and protect the areas that continue to be hardest hit. The economy and housing market were restructured by the COVID-19 pandemic, causing us all to look at news way to operate as we strive toward economic recovery and adapt to new realities.
As we continue to work our way through the aftermath of these events and changes, one thing is clear: the NPPC continues to be the only outlet for the mortgage field services industry to collaborate on how to best preserve and protect vacant and abandoned properties. We thank all who partner with us each year to aid in improving and expanding the conference, as well as those who attend to offer their insight and guidance.