WASHINGTON – (RealEstateRama) – Second Century Ventures, the National Association of Realtors®’ strategic investment arm, is proud to present the opening of applications for the second annual Innovation, Opportunity and Investment Summit Pitch Battle. A select group of technology startups focused on real estate will compete with live presentations in front of the iOi Summit audience on Wednesday, August 21 in Seattle, Washington.
“We are pleased to announce that Chris Smith, Co-Founder of Curaytor will once again emcee the event. The goal of the iOi Pitch Battle is to highlight how some of the most cutting edge and impactful startups are helping to define the future of real estate. All iOi Summit registrants are welcome to attend the live iOi Pitch Battle,” said Glenn Shimkus, NAR VP of Strategy and Innovation.
The Pitch Battle is a unique opportunity for tech startups focused on the real estate industry to provide a live demonstration in front of the iOi Summit 2019 audience. Selected startups will have the chance to have their product or service viewed by key influencers and venture investors, receive free press mentions, obtain an all-access pass to iOi Summit 2019, and the opportunity to receive personalized presentation coaching by Chris Smith of Curaytor. First place winner will also walk away with $15K cash and other valuable benefits.
“If you consider yourself an innovator, entrepreneur, investor, or executive seeking to lead change, I encourage you to join the conversation. It’s one you won’t want to miss,” said NAR CEO Bob Goldberg.
Please visit https://www.nar.realtor/ioi/Pitch-Battle for more information.
The National Association of Realtors® annual Innovation, Opportunity & Investment (iOi) Summit brings together the industry’s top tech companies, investors and Realtors® to collaborate, network, and drive the industry forward. The two-day conference will take place in Seattle, Washington with a welcome reception beginning on Tuesday, August 20 at 5 p.m. and ending late afternoon on Thursday, August 22.
The iOi Summit attracts attendees who are looking to embrace, leverage, and be part of the change that currently surrounds real estate. Hear the latest from entrepreneurs and global tech companies such as Amazon, Google, Facebook, Microsoft and others. Find out what products and services are poised to make a major impact on the industry. Learn how you can tap into these breakthroughs to better your business.
The National Association of Realtors® is the world’s largest trade association, representing more than 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
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