About Us
Our People
Welcome to the Membership Section of the Open Property Data Association (OPDA). As an inclusive and collaborative community, OPDA brings together professionals, organisations, and enthusiasts who are passionate about leveraging property data for innovation and progress. Our membership program offers various tiers, including Founder Members, Certified Members, and Association Members designed to cater to diverse interests and levels of engagement.
Our Members
Our membership has one simple tier based on our Founding Members, Association Members, and members who have also achieved certification. All members have the same access, decision making, influencing, and work collaboratively to cater to diverse interests and levels of engagement.
Founder Members
Founder Members: These esteemed firms and organisations were instrumental in the establishment and early development of OPDA. They played a pivotal role in shaping our vision and mission, providing guidance, and contributing their expertise to lay the foundation of this organisation and the Property Data Trust Framework. Founder Members continue to be valued leaders within our open data community, driving forward our goals and supporting the growth and impact of standards on our industry.
Association Members
OPDA values collaboration and partnership with organisations that share our commitment to open property data and its transformative potential for customers and industry. Association Members represent a diverse range of industry stakeholders including data providers, technology companies, mortgage professionals., property professionals, and industry bodies. By joining OPDA as Association Member, these organisations contribute to a vibrant ecosystem of ideas, resources, and expertise. They gain access to a network of like-minded professionals, collaborative projects, and the opportunity to shape the future of open and smart property data economy.
Certified Members
This tier is designed for professionals and firms who have demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence and who can evidence compliance with the implementation of our trust framework's data and technology standards in their systems and processes. Certified Members undergo a rigorous evaluation process to ensure their systems, data policies, and practices align with OPDA principles. They have proven their proficiency in utilising property data for analysis, research, development, and innovation. Certified Members deploy open standards and connectivity to enable interoperability across their network and the OPDA community.
Regardless of the membership tier, OPDA fosters an environment of knowledge sharing, collaboration, and mutual support. Members benefit from a wide array of resources, including research papers, case studies, webinars, forums, and access to cutting-edge technologies and data sets. They can engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore emerging trends, and connect with peers, fostering innovation and driving advancements in the field of property data.
