--- title: 2024 RETAs image: https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Group%20733.png --- #### ![RETAs Logo](https://discover.cretech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RETAs%20Logo.png?width=500&height=250&name=RETAs%20Logo.png)   # **2024 Winners Announced!** Grand Prize Winner: EliseAI [![EliseAI RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EliseAI%20RETAs.png?width=300&height=300&name=EliseAI%20RETAs.png "EliseAI RETAs")](https://www.eliseai.com/) Selected **LIVE on stage at **[CREtech New York](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=cretechnewyork2024) during the RETAs Pitch Competition, EliseAI wowed the judges and audience with their cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions for the real estate industry. Delivered by their CRO, **Annanth Aravinthan**, the winning pitch highlighted EliseAI’s transformative technology and cemented their role as an industry leader. [Check Out EliseAI](https://www.eliseai.com/) [![NYC Real Estate Tech Week logo white](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/NYC%20Real%20Estate%20Tech%20Week%20logo%20white.png "NYC Real Estate Tech Week logo white")](https://www.realestatetechweek.nyc/) ### 2024 Company Category Winners 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. #### Announcing the 2024 Breakout Stars in Built World Technology [![Azure Printed Homes RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Azure%20Printed%20Homes%20RETAs.png "Azure Printed Homes RETAs")](https://azureprintedhomes.com) [![EliseAI RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/EliseAI%20RETAs.png "EliseAI RETAs")](https://www.eliseai.com/) [![Lessen RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Lessen%20RETAs.png "Lessen RETAs")](https://www.lessen.com) **Finalists:** [1. HelloData](https://www.hellodata.ai/) [2. Rensair](https://rensair.com/) [3. Gridium](https://gridium.com/) [4. Adaptis](https://adaptis.ai/) [5. Zauben](https://www.zauben.com/) **Finalists:** [1. Cherre](https://cherre.com/) 2. [Cove](https://www.cove.is/) [3. KODE Labs](https://kodelabs.com/) [4. Kelvin](https://kel.vin/) [5. Dealpath](https://www.dealpath.com/) **Finalists:** [1. Measurabl](https://www.measurabl.com/) [2. Appfolio](https://www.appfolio.com/) [3. Salesforce](https://www.salesforce.com/) [4. Altus Group](https://www.altusgroup.com/) [5. Knowledge Cubed powered by Savills](https://knowledgecubed.com/) [Register to Attend the CREtech New York Pitch Competition](https://events.cretech.com/event/5cfa9a29-6b31-4d59-8239-d6030614fb64/websitePage:659d03d5-9972-4acd-bd26-3d9b7912a8f1) [![Grand Prize Winner - CREtech New York - EliseAI](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Grand%20Prize%20Winner%20-%20CREtech%20New%20York%20-%20EliseAI.png "Grand Prize Winner - CREtech New York - EliseAI")](https://www.eliseai.com/) ### 2024 Founder Category Winners In addition to recognizing groundbreaking companies, the 2024 Real Estate Tech Awards (RETAs) proudly introduce new categories dedicated to celebrating the industry’s most influential founders. These awards acknowledge the exceptional leadership and innovative contributions that are shaping the future of real estate technology. #### Honoring Visionary Leaders in Real Estate Technology [![Daniel Dart RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Daniel%20Dart%20RETAs.png "Daniel Dart RETAs")](https://azureprintedhomes.com) [![L.D. Salmanson RETAs](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/L.D.%20Salmanson%20RETAs.png "L.D. Salmanson RETAs")](https://azureprintedhomes.com) **Finalists:** [1. Gene Eidelman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/geneeidelman), Cofounder and President, [Azure Printed Homes](https://www.azureprintedhomes.com/) [2. Katherine Gunderson](https://uk.linkedin.com/in/katherine-gunderson-dba), CEO, [Grand Bequest](https://www.grandbequest.com/) [3. Caren Maio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/carenmaio), Stealth [4. Joseph Woodbury](https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephwoodbury), CEO and Founder, [Neighbor](https://www.neighbor.com/) [ 5.](https://www.neighbor.com/)[Andrew Lindsey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aclindsey/), Co-Founder & CEO, [Flexnode](https://www.flexnode.io/) **Finalists:** [1. Jessica Beck](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessbeck/), Co-CEO & Founder, [Alfred](https://www.helloalfred.com/) [2. SaLisa Berrien](https://www.linkedin.com/in/salisa-berrien/), Founder & CEO, COI [Energy](https://www.coienergy.com/) [3. Bar Mor](https://il.linkedin.com/in/bar-mor-955056111), CEO & Co-Founder, [Agora](https://agorareal.com/) [4. Emiel Bril](https://ca.linkedin.com/in/emiel-b-a1a4a187), CEO & Co-Founder, [VendorPM](https://www.vendorpm.com/) 5. [Mike Sroka](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-sroka-9958391), CEO & Co-Founder, [Dealpath](https://www.dealpath.com/) ### 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](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Aaron%20Block.png) # Aaron Block Co‑Founder & Managing Partner MetaProp [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronnblock/) ![Alison Bell](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Alison%20Bell.png) # Alison Bell SVP, Digital & Technology Strategy Acceleration CBRE [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonbell04/) ![Ami Kotecha-3](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Ami%20Kotecha-3.png) # Ami Kotecha Co‑Founder & Group President Amro Partners [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amikotechaamro/) ![Amy Polvado-1](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Amy%20Polvado-1.png) # Amy Polvado Chairwoman US Proptech Council [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-polvado/) ![Betsy Reed](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Betsy%20Reed.png) # Betsy Reed SVP of Technology Starwood Capital Group [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsyreed/) ![Carrie Denning](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Carrie%20Denning.png) # Carrie Denning Director of Innovation Jamestown [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-denning-jackson/) ![Cecilia Li-1](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Cecilia%20Li-1.png) # Cecilia Li SVP, Chief Information Officer Urban Edge [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliaali/) ![Clint Osteen](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Clint%20Osteen.png) # Clint Osteen Senior Director of IT Granite Properties [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-osteen-aa43951/) ![Craig ODonnell](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Craig%20ODonnell.png) # Craig O'Donnell Founding Partner Bothy Consulting [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-o-donnell-a2b391a/) ![Doug Pearce](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Doug%20Pearce.png) # Doug Pearce Executive Vice President, IT Waterton [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaspearce/) ![Emily Wright (4)](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Emily%20Wright%20(4).png) # Emily Wright Head of Content CREtech [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-wright-879a5823/) ![Greg Carey](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Greg%20Carey.png) # Greg Carey Chief Information Officer The RMR Group [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregrcarey/) ![Heather Widman](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Heather%20Widman.png) # Heather Widman Partner Building Ventures [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hnwidman/) ![Ilene Goldfine-1](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Ilene%20Goldfine-1.png) # Ilene Goldfine SVP - Chief Digital Strategy Officer Hines [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilene-goldfine-98aa51a/) ![James Pellatt](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/James%20Pellatt.png) # James Pellatt Strategic Advisor PropTech [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-pellatt/) ![Jeanne Casey](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Jeanne%20Casey.png) # Jeanne Casey Global Head of Proptech and Innovation Nuveen [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannestoll/) ![Jim Whalen-2](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Jim%20Whalen-2.png) # Jim Whalen SVP, Chief Technology Officer BXP [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-whalen-3a744b4/) ![Jonathan Goldberg-4](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Jonathan%20Goldberg-4.png) # Jonathan Goldberg Director Howard Hughes [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanzgoldberg/) ![Kairee Tann-3](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Kairee%20Tann-3.png) # Kairee Tann SVP, Director of Innovation & Community Impact The Swig Company [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaireetann/) ![Kelly Soljacich-2](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Kelly%20Soljacich-2.png) # Kelly Soljacich Corporate Partnerships Moderne Ventures [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellysoljacich/) ![Lauren Moss-3](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Lauren%20Moss-3.png) # Lauren Moss Senior Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer Vornado [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-moss-07b43b2/) ![Matthew Boras](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Matthew%20Boras.png) # Matthew Boras Managing Director RXR [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattboras/) ![Megan Ananian](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Megan%20Ananian.png) # Megan Ananian Partner Great Wave Ventures [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mnananian/) ![Menno Lammers](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Menno%20Lammers.png) # Menno Lammers Founder PropTech for Good [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/menno1977/) ![Michael Beckerman](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Michael%20Beckerman.png) # Michael Beckerman CEO CREtech [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-beckerman/) ![Naqash Tahir](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Naqash%20Tahir.png) # Naqash Tahir Executive Director - R&D and Investments PGIM Real Estate [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/naqash/) ![Ronald Becker](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Ronald%20Becker.png) # Ronald Becker Senior Vice President Operations & Sustainability Brandywine Realty Trust [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-j-becker-crx-csm-fitwel-ambassador-3683521/) ![Rukevbe Esi](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Rukevbe%20Esi.png) # Rukevbe Esi SVP, Chief Digital Officer AvalonBay Communities [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rukevbeesi/) ![Sam Chandan](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Sam%20Chandan.png) # Sam Chandan Founding Director & Professor Chen Institute for Global Real Estate ![Sammy Pahal](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Sammy%20Pahal.png) # Sammy Pahal Managing Director UK PropTech Association [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/saminder-sammy-pahal-315aa167/) ![Stuart Appley](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Stuart%20Appley.png) # Stuart Appley Founder Bay Tech Advisors [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartappley/) ![Sydney Mainster](https://discover.cretech.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/Sydney%20Mainster.png) # Sydney Mainster Vice President of Sustainability & Design Management The Durst Organization [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/smainster/) [![Logo=CREtech Logo-1](https://discover.cretech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Email%20template/Logo=CREtech%20Logo-1.png?width=300&height=87&name=Logo=CREtech%20Logo-1.png "Logo=CREtech Logo-1")](https://cretech.com?hsLang=en) CREtech is Reimagining the Built World. 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