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The Official Awards Program of NYC Real Estate Tech Week

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Who are the breakout stars in the built world technology sector?

CREtech hosts the Real Estate Tech Awards (RETAs) annually to celebrate companies making a significant impact in the real estate tech space. Our mission is to honor the most innovative and groundbreaking companies driving technological advancements in real estate. Have you and your team developed a game-changing solution this year? We want to hear your story!

It's FREE to apply, and you could take the Main Stage at CREtech New York, the leading event shaping the future of real estate.

 

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2024 Award Categories

Our award categories are designed to recognize excellence at every stage of development for real estate technology providers. Whether you’re an early-stage startup, a rapidly growing mid-market company, or a well-established industry leader, there’s a category for you. This year, we’re also introducing special categories for founders who have made exceptional contributions to the industry. Explore our categories below and find the one that best fits your achievements and innovations.

If you would like to see the application questions to prepare, click here.

Key Dates:

📆 August 9: Final Day to Apply
🌟 September 30: Category Winners and Finalists Announced
🎤 November 14: Pitch Competition at CREtech New York & Grand Prize Winner Selected

 

Company Categories

Emerging Startups

For early-stage real estate technology providers.

Mid-Market Growth

Mid-market real estate technology providers.

Mature Growth

Mature growth real estate technology providers.
Founder Categories

Impact Entrepreneur of the Year

Recognizing founders who are making a significant difference in the industry and their communities through innovative and impactful initiatives.

Founder of the Year

Celebrating founders who have demonstrated exceptional leadership by navigating challenges or achieving substantial company growth.
NOTE: A company can achieve dual recognition by winning in one of the company categories, while its CEO simultaneously secures one of the prestigious founder awards. In the event of such an accomplishment, the company will be invited to deliver one 5-minute pitch on the CREtech New York Main Stage.

Winner Benefits

RETAs winners get unparalleled benefits that can propel your company to new heights. Winners will gain invaluable exposure and recognition within the global CREtech community and qualify for the CREtech New York Pitch Competition!

Finalists (25) →

Announced on September 30, 2024 (Finalists notified September 23)

  • Inclusion in a press release announcing finalists and category winners.
  • Inclusion in an email blast announcing finalists and category winners..
  • Logo placement on the RETAs landing page.
  • Finalist Press Kit.

Category Winners (5) →

Announced on September 30, 2024 (Category Winners notified September 23)

  • A 5-minute pitch on the Main Stage at CREtech New York, November 13-14.
  • 2x all-access registrations to CREtech New York.
  • Inclusion in a press release announcing finalists and category winners.
  • Inclusion in an email blast announcing finalists and category winners.
  • Logo placement on the RETAs landing page.
  • Category winner Press Kit.

Grand Prize Winner (1) 

Announced following Pitch Competition at CREtech New York on November 14

  • Announced live on stage by our esteemed judges.
  • Spotlight on the Main Stage at CREtech New York.
  • Inclusion in a press release announcing Grand Prize Winner.
  • Inclusion in an email blast announcing Grand Prize Winner.
  • Logo placement on the RETAs landing page.
  • Grand Prize winner Press Kit.

2023 RETAs Winners

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2024 Judges

Our judging panel comprises leading real estate innovators and esteemed thought leaders who are at the forefront of driving innovation in the industry. Handpicked for their expertise and visionary insights, these individuals bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of real estate technology. With their discerning eye and industry acumen, our judges ensure that only the most groundbreaking and impactful innovations are recognized and celebrated at the Real Estate Tech Awards (RETAs). Meet the minds shaping the future of real estate innovation and gain invaluable exposure to their insights by participating in this esteemed awards program.

Aaron Block

Aaron Block
Co‑Founder & Managing Partner
MetaProp
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Alison Bell

Alison Bell
SVP, Digital & Technology Strategy Acceleration
CBRE
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Ami Kotecha-3

Ami Kotecha
Co‑Founder & Group President
Amro Partners
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Amy Polvado-1

Amy Polvado
Chairwoman
US Proptech Council
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Betsy Reed

Betsy Reed
SVP of Technology
Starwood Capital Group
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Carrie Denning

Carrie Denning
Director of Innovation
Jamestown
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Cecilia Li-1

Cecilia Li
SVP, Chief Information Officer
Urban Edge
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Clint Osteen

Clint Osteen
Senior Director of IT
Granite Properties
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Craig ODonnell

Craig O'Donnell
Founding Partner
Bothy Consulting
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Doug Pearce

Doug Pearce
Executive Vice President, IT
Waterton
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Emily Wright (4)

Emily Wright
Head of Content
CREtech
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Greg Carey

Greg Carey
Chief Information Officer
The RMR Group
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Heather Widman

Heather Widman
Partner
Building Ventures
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Ilene Goldfine-1

Ilene Goldfine
SVP - Chief Digital Strategy Officer
Hines
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James Pellatt

James Pellatt
Strategic Advisor
PropTech
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Jeanne Casey

Jeanne Casey
Global Head of Proptech and Innovation
Nuveen
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Jim Whalen-2

Jim Whalen
SVP, Chief Technology Officer
BXP
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Jonathan Goldberg-4

Jonathan Goldberg
Director
Howard Hughes
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Kairee Tann-3

Kairee Tann
SVP, Director of Innovation & Community Impact
The Swig Company
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Kelly Soljacich-2

Kelly Soljacich
Corporate Partnerships
Moderne Ventures

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Lauren Moss-3

Lauren Moss
Senior Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer
Vornado
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Matthew Boras

Matthew Boras
Managing Director
RXR
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Megan Ananian

Megan Ananian
Partner
Great Wave Ventures
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Menno Lammers

Menno Lammers
Founder
PropTech for Good
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Michael Beckerman

Michael Beckerman
CEO
CREtech
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Naqash Tahir

Naqash Tahir
Executive Director - R&D and Investments
PGIM Real Estate
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Ronald Becker

Ronald Becker
Senior Vice President Operations & Sustainability
Brandywine Realty Trust
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Rukevbe Esi

Rukevbe Esi
SVP, Chief Digital Officer
AvalonBay Communities
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Sam Chandan

Sam Chandan
Founding Director & Professor
Chen Institute for Global Real Estate

Sammy Pahal

Sammy Pahal
Managing Director
UK PropTech Association

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Stuart Appley

Stuart Appley
Founder
Bay Tech Advisors
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Sydney Mainster

Sydney Mainster
Vice President of Sustainability & Design Management
The Durst Organization
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