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With just under two weeks to go until CREtech London I have been immersed in prep calls this week and have been thinking a lot about who this event is for, what I hope they will be able to take away from it and how to ensure it offers them something new and fresh. Something they can actually use once they leave. What has really struck me during my catch ups with the speakers over the past few days - speakers who are 90% real estate directors and CEOs - is that technology and innovation requirements in the sector are not just skyrocketing…they are skyrocketing at a staggering pace. A pace I’ve certainly not seen before. And innovation, by the way, does not have to be tech-related. Just thinking differently can be a huge value driver, a point so brilliantly made by Kat Hanna in her pre-event interview on the power of being a real estate generalist. https://shorturl.at/ckoqK The world is changing so fast and there are very few facets of the industry now that will not be impacted by societal, environmental and technical shifts. Add machine learning and AI into the mix and the need for innovative strategies, technological solutions and fresh thinkers ramps up tenfold. This is all coming off the back of a rollercoaster few years for tech and innovation. Budgets have been cut, VC funding has plummeted, there have been casualties and there will continue to be more going forward. But more fool anyone who mistakenly sees this as a widespread slowing of innovative thought across the property industry. The opposite is the case. At least among those companies well-placed to survive. And that’s what CREtech London is about. We are bringing together the big names, the decision makers and the game changers from across the sector to reveal how they are making it work. How they are positioning themselves for the future - a future we can’t escape from. AI is here. Climate change is real. Social value is critical. This will not be two days of pitches and promises but rather of action and strategy. An opportunity to see how real estate companies are diversifying for the next era. The ground beneath us is shifting and, feel free to correct me if I am wrong here, but no one really knows how best to prepare and respond. But there are those out there prepared to make changes, take risks, go first, test, trial, report, lead and inspire. Come along and hear those people speaking live at CREtech London on May 8-9 https://rb.gy/lew8c4 Michael Beckerman Lindsey Imperatore

RAY-labs is Joining PropTechBuzz for StartupCity at Big 5 Global! Founder of RAY Labs Ayman Kichly is revolutionizing property and tenant management with RAY Labs, addressing key challenges in property and community management. Focused on enhancing customer retention, tenant engagement, and operational efficiency, RAY offers dynamic features that empower property managers to deliver seamless solutions. With a vision of creating interconnected smart facilities, Ayman leads the mission to integrate pioneering technology into the built environment, shaping a truly modern tenant experience. 🌟

It was such a pleasure meeting you, Chalid El Ashker! I interviewed Chalid El Ashker, CEO of Spacewise, at PropTech Connect, Europe’s largest PropTech event. During our interview Chalid gave us a glimpse into the rapid growth of the retail media network market, which is set to skyrocket from $45 billion to an astounding $100 billion in just three years. His visionary insights on how technology is transforming the commercial real estate sector left us inspired by the endless possibilities for forward-thinking companies. It’s clear that innovation is at the heart of progress, and Spacewise is right at the forefront of this exciting shift. Looking forward to seeing these predictions come to life! #PropTech #Innovation #FutureOfRetail #CommercialRealEstate #Spacewise #PropertyTechnologyMagazine #PropTechConnect Don't forget to follow Property Technology Magazine on Spotify! More to come... https://lnkd.in/erSFSnDr

🚀 Apologies for the delay—event season has been in full swing! I’m excited to share insights from a recent webinar where industry leaders shared their thoughts on the challenges and opportunities of technology adoption in Commercial Real Estate (CRE). Panelists from AVUITY, Savills North America, Cherre, and RealtyAds provided valuable perspectives on navigating tech adoption in the CRE space. 🎤 💡 Tyler Vermette, VP of Sales at Avuity highlighted the influx of new technologies in the market, emphasizing the importance of aligning tech solutions with a company’s success criteria and operationalizing deployments across real estate teams. Often with limited resources, leaning on experienced providers for support is key. 🌍 Soufian Alsabbagh, Director of Cross Border Advisory, Americas at Savills addressed the complexity of rolling out tech across large global organizations, such as his 40,000-person company. Achieving adoption across different cultures, age groups, and systems is a challenge, but with rising client demand for tech solutions, it's a must. 💼 Kevin Shtofman, Global Head of Innovation at Cherre focused on three core business goals: increasing revenue, reducing costs, or lowering risks. Solutions must clearly achieve at least one of these goals to gain traction, and buy-in from internal IT teams is critical to successful deployment. 💡 Matt Newville, VP of Growth from Realty Ads built on this by noting that many CRE owners are wary of new solutions due to past overpromises. For PropTech to succeed, companies need to communicate clearly how they solve real problems and add measurable value. It was a great discussion about PropTech challenges and how startups can align with traditional CRE needs! 🎯 📺 Watch the clip below to hear more! Thank you again to the panelists! It was a pleasure having you on the webinar and learning all of your insights from the industry. #PropTech #CRE #Innovation #WebinarRecap #RealEstateTechnology #EventSeason

💫 Meet Our Dynamic New Board Member, Kasper Guldager Jensen! - With a passion for innovation and a reputation for pushing the boundaries of architecture and sustainability, Kasper, co-founder at Home.Earth, is bound to bring a fresh perspective. We're excited to welcome Kasper on our board and sat down with him to ask about his ambitions for BLOXHUB: Q: What will be your most important role, and what ambitions do you have for our members? A: I bring a wealth of experience translating theory into practical applications. My main objective is to ensure that our endeavors yield tangible results, not just facilitating connections but driving concrete outcomes. Moreover, I aim to foster international collaborations. Copenhagen's position holds immense interest globally, particularly in circularity within the construction sector, and we need to strengthen our global networks. Q: What do you see as the biggest opportunities for BLOXHUB? A: While there is immense digital potential, I strongly believe in the value of physical gatherings when it comes to fostering knowledge and innovation. Simply attending conferences or exchanging concepts isn't enough. Delving into the material and tackling concrete challenges head-on—workshop formats are thus incredibly valuable, and BLOXHUB has some strong program formats. I'm also excited about longer formats like Hackathons, which BLOXHUB recently hosted. Q: What are you most looking forward to? A: I'm genuinely excited about working with the board and delving into the new strategy. Everyone seems highly competent, and the mix of thinkers and practitioners is truly intriguing—that’s precisely what's needed for innovation. Additionally, I'm eager to collaborate with members on their expertise. They represent BLOXHUB's greatest asset and the focal point of success. Building upon the skills and resources our members bring is essential. Additionally, sustainability is my passion, and it's crucial to grasp the social foundation and the planetary perspective and ensure green investments. A warm welcome to Kasper - we look forward to the cooperation! #Newboardmember #BLOXHUB

🚀 Exciting News! KIRAHub with The Location Innovation Hub community is thrilled to launch the #WDBE Best Use of Location Information Award! 🏙️ We’re recognising start-ups, SMEs, and teams pioneering the use of location data to tackle #builtenvironment challenges. 🌟Award criteria: 1. Innovation & Creativity: Unique use of #locationdata. 2. Impact: Positive effects on #environment and #communities. 3. Practical Feasibility: Scalable and viable solutions. ✍ Submit your proposal by June 16 via the link in the comment section below!

Landeed | YC, led by CEO Sanjay Mandava 🦈, has secured $5 million in Series X funding to advance its AI-driven property title search platform and launch Landeed Labs. #Landeed #Proptech #AIinRealEstate #FundingUpdate #Innovation #PropTechBuzz #PTB #PropTech #Innovation Read More - https://lnkd.in/db7c5SRQ —---------------------- If you are a proptech company and want to promote your products for free, go to proptechbuzz.com and submit your products. For investors or proptech buyers, sign up on our platform to stay informed about exciting updates and trends in the Proptech Ecosystem. Explore more Proptech news at proptechbuzz.com/news, for news tips and promotions, reach out to marketing@proptechbuzz.com.

💫 Coming through! The Finalists for Proptech Summit 2024’s Top Of The Props: Scaleup of the Year have been announced💥 We are delighted to spotlight three ambitious companies redefining the Proptech landscape. These scaleups are actively building the future of real estate. 🏆 Findable: Is "Making documents sexy again" the best slogan in proptech? Findable transforms how documents are managed, making them accessible and downright compelling. By leveraging AI to bring order and clarity, they're saving time, reducing risks, and cutting costs – while gearing up for a global stage. 🏆 Propely: What a story so far. Making harmony from the chaos of building operations, Propely proves that customer love is a powerful currency in the startup world. Their integration of tech - including other startup solutions in their platform - into daily operations is winning over everyone from facility managers to tenants, making them a darling in the proptech world and making every building feel like a community. 🏆 Sunday Power: Flat roofs have been an underutilized resource for too long – until Sunday Power. With their innovative business model approach to solar energy, they're making solar power a viable option for more building owners while helping property owners tap into a new revenue stream. Did we mention sustainability? Join us at #ProptechSummit on September 25th as we celebrate these trailblazers. Witness the grand reveal of the #TopOfTheProps winners at #Propfest – the official afterparty of Oslo Innovation Week, fueled by creativity, ambition, and a love of innovation. More info in the comment field 👇🏽 Meet the Jury: Carine Blyverket, Håvard Haukeland, Kaisa Eidet, Kristian Vennemoe, Lene Busund, Ronny Liverød, Rune Augenstein, Stian Hultin Oddbjørnsen, Trond Riiber Knudsen and Daniel Butenschøn – bringing expertise in investment, innovation, and property development. #ProptechSummit2024 #TopOfTheProps #ScaleupOfTheYear

🚀 Exciting News! All investors and founders at London Tech Week this is FOR YOU 🔥 Today! For #LondonTechWeek 2024 We're hosting the Deep Tech Showcase!! Co-organised with Frontier Deep Tech and powered by Mishcon de Reya LLP 🌟 Join me and the Silicon Roundabout Ventures folks + co-organisers for drinks and snacks today from 5pm at Mishcon's London office: You'll find an immersive in-person event highlighting some of Europe's most innovative technology advancements. This is your chance to network and explore emerging technologies, connecting with like-minded founders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders who are shaping a better world through next-generation technologies. We are proud to present an incredible lineup of pioneering companies: 1. Seabird Technologies - Charting new waters with cutting-edge ocean exploration solutions 🌊 2. clare&me - Digitizing mental health with groundbreaking tools and resources from Berlin 🧠 3. Greenjets - Revolutionizing travel with bespoke electric jet engines ✈️ 4. Hirsch and Mann Hirsch and Mann - Creating bold digital and physical experiences for premium brands 🌐 5. Urban Legend - Offering a healthier twist on traditional doughnuts 🍩 6. Pi Energy Inc. - Providing affordable solar energy with the flexibility to power just about anywhere ☀️ 7. Toast - Award-winning social enterprise brewery turning leftover loaves into liquid gold 🍺 8. Lumirithmic - Portable high-end facial scanning and animation technology 🎭 Calling all investors and founders! This is an event you don't want to miss. Come and witness the future of technology and innovation. Secure your spot now and be part of this transformative experience. Register in the comments 👇 Let's shape the future together! 🌟 #DeepTech #Investors #Founders #Networking #Defence --- I'm a solo Venture Capitalist on a mission to channel start up capital to hard to build technologies 🔥 ❤️ & Follow+ to keep up with the journey 🛣️

🌟 Be Part of the Conversation! RSVP to Attend a CREtech Conversation Breakout Session 💡 Join us for curated breakout discussions designed to spark meaningful connections and delve into the big themes of 2024 and beyond. 🚀 Whether you're passionate about a topic, actively involved in building, investing, or seeking inspiration and insights, these discussion groups are tailored just for you. Open-ended and unscripted, these roundtables foster authentic exchanges, connecting you with industry stakeholders who share your enthusiasm. Plus, subject matter experts will be on hand to facilitate conversations and break the ice. ❄️ Sessions: 📆 AI Unleashed: Redefining Every Aspect Of Real Estate With the Most Momentous Technological Leap in History | 8 May | 10:45 - 11:45 | RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Q6i5w8 📆 Navigating Uncertainty: Fundraising Challenges and Opportunities for Real Estate Startups and Investors | 8 May | 2:00 - 3:00 | RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xzJi3U 📆 Driving Sustainability Adoption and Investment In The Built World | 9 May | 10:45 - 11:45 | RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aTqH18 See all sessions here: https://bit.ly/4aTqH18 While attendance is included with your CREtech London ticket, seating is limited, so don't miss out! Secure your seat at the roundtable that ignites your interest today! 🔥 Not registered yet? With CREtech London just 4 weeks away, we wanted to remind you of the fantastic opportunity to join us and save £150 on your all-access pass by using the code TAKE150. Register Now with code TAKE150 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Q6Qif9 #CREtechLondon2024 #CREtech #tech #technology #realestate #builtworld #builtenvironment #innovation #sustainability #AI #funding #VC #data #startup #investment #netzero #racetozero Michael Beckerman Lindsey Imperatore Ryan Saunders Kay Ross-Baker Lauren Leal Kyle Halls Emily Wright