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11.6.2019 - 11.7.2019
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BuiltWorlds Venture West Conference brings together the most credible, sophisticated, and engaged investors in the built industry. Whether you’re an early- to later-stage start-up looking to meet investors interested in advancing our industry or a corporate investor looking to engage with some of the most promising technology solutions, our Venture West Conference is the place to be. Enjoy two days of panel discussions, keynote speakers, demonstrations, and intimate networking opportunities.
Venue Details | November 6-7
Garden Court Hotel | 520 Cowper St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Wednesday, November 6
DEMO DAY | DAY 1 OF THE VENTURE WEST CONFERENCE
FMI ‘Speed Dating’ Workshop: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Corporate VC Luncheon w/ BuiltWorlds Analysts: 11:30 am – 12:45 pm
Demo Day: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Your all-inclusive ticket includes access to our Demo Day where you’ll hear from some of the industry’s leading technology startups as well as our esteemed panel of investor judges. Have the opportunity to see startups present their leading-edge solutions to real investors interested in creating the future of the built world.
Reception: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Thursday, November 7
Conference Program: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Read on for the schedule of speakers, topics, and more.
“BuiltWorlds has brought together an amazing community in the construction tech world. Venture West is a shining example of that where you not just have some really good startups on stage but also some really clued in investors watching them” –
“Great Event, If you are interested in connecting with the people who have their finger on the “pulse” of what is happening now, this is the event for you.” – Tony DeAscentis, CEO/Co-Founder, Ving LLC
Speakers
Demo Day Judges
THIS EVENT IS GREAT FOR:
Startup CEOs
They’ve got an amazing new technology that will revolutionize the built industry. They have vision, energy, grit, and a great business plan. They’re only missing one thing – cash.
Executives of Venture Firms
They are taking the pulse of the industry, scanning the room for the next technology that will make it BIG. They know how to get a business off the ground and bring in major cash.
Leaders of Corporate Innovation Programs and Investment Groups
They see that technology is constantly changing. At any second, a new trend could disrupt their business. They need to stay ahead of the curve and make sure they are in control of industry changes. They know that the best way to dominate the industry is to invest in cutting-edge tech.
2019 Venture West Agenda
Day 1 Schedule
FMI Workshop: CVC Speed Dating
Exclusive Corporate Venture Capital Lunch (Invite Only)
This invite-only luncheon is a chance for the BuiltWorlds Analyst Team to debrief with leading CVCs in the industry to gauge best practices, successes, and beyond to share with the broader BuiltWorlds Membership.
Demo Day
A presentation-based event focused on providing startups in the built industry a chance to receive feedback and expand their reach in front of a panel of expert judges and our entire Venture West attendee group.
Avatour
CPMaxis
Cviker AR
Datakwip
Einsite
Good2Go, Inc.
SubHQ
WakeCap
Rebartek
Welcome Reception
Day 2 Schedule
Breakfast & Networking
Opening Remarks
Matt Gagne, Research Manager, BuiltWorlds
BuiltWorlds Research Manager, Matt Gagne will set the stage for the day, briefly touching on the past year in investments, technology development, and key themes surrounding the venture landscape of the built environment.
Fireside Chat: A Look Back at Built Industry Investment
Michael Young, Director, Caterpillar Ventures, Caterpillar
Panel: Investing in Real Estate, PropTech, and the Built Environment
Shawn Hill, Partner, Moderne Ventures | Travis Putnam, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Navitas Capital | Tom Spahn, Vice President, Camber Creek
Hear from some of the industry’s leading investors taking on real estate technology, PropTech, and the broader built world innovation landscape. Which trends have they seen play out and which have yet to hit the mainstream? Whether you’re a founder looking for insight into the investment landscape or generally curious as to how investors in the space think, this panel is a must-see.
Networking Break
Panel: Corporate Venture Capital in the Built Industry
Guillaume Bazouin, Open Innovation & Startup Programs, Leonard | Earnest Sweat, Director, Investments, Prologis Ventures | Kitty Sullivan, Director of Investments, JLL Spark | Meg Paulus, Partner, Holt Ventures
Digitization is reshaping so many industries around the globe, but none more significantly than the built environment. Company leaders are using corporate venture capital (CVC) to gain access to these new technologies while accelerating innovation. There is no substitute for industry expertise as an industry-focused startup develops, and as such, the role of CVC players is more important than ever.
Fireside Chat: Investing in a Bear Market
Ray Levitt, Operating Partner, Blackhorn Ventures
Explore how the various stakeholders (designers, contractors, developers, and building owner-operators) within the AEC lifecycle traditionally fare in downturns. Many of the point solutions in the market today offering functions like, automated data capture, data integration, data analytics & insights, digital twins, lien and payment processing, among others, can generate remaining or even enhanced value to the players in these industry sectors in a downturn, especially if software startups can structure their pricing and licensing to maximize ongoing revenues even in a downturn.
Lunch & Networking
Keynote: Growth Investing and the New Age of PropTech
Momei Qu, Vice President, PSP Growth
Our industry has heard the message loud and clear – real estate and construction need to be more digitized. In recent years hundreds of PropTech businesses were formed and received billions of dollars from venture capitalists. Where do we go from here? Join Momei Qu, lead PropTech investor at growth equity firm PSP Growth, as she talks about the current state of play and how she finds sustainable businesses in a fast-growing but increasingly crowded sector.
Panel: Technology Development in a Recession
Rajesh Ram, Co-Founder & Chief Customer Officer, Egnyte | Rusty Reed, Chief Strategy Officer, Procore
With the potential of an upcoming recession, the business within the built industry will surely be impacted. What does this mean for technology adoption? Hear from the perspective of those who have already developed technology through similar times, how they handled investing in R&D, marketing to their customers, and beyond. How do you recession-proof your business or product?
Panel: Limited Partners in the Brick & Mortar Fund
Darren Bechtel, Founder & Managing Director, Brick & Mortar Ventures | Kevin Barnes, VP & Managing Director, Ferguson Ventures | Vivin Hegde, Director, Tech Office, Hilti Tech Office | Gonzalo Galindo, President, Cemex Ventures
Brick & Mortar Ventures just announced the raise of a nearly $100 million fund focused solely on the built industry. What does this mean beyond the increased interest in construction technology and PropTech? How did they attract a star lineup of LPs and what is their role in advancing the built industry through investment? We’ll hear from Darren Bechtel and three of his LPs on the goals of the fund and what the future looks like for the relationships behind it.
Takeaways: Where do we go from here?
Matt Gagne, Research Manager, BuiltWorlds
VIP KICK OFF PARTY
Wednesday November 6 from 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Join us for an intimate evening of drinks, hors-d’oeuvres, and networking with Future Workforce speakers, special guests, and BuiltWorlds Standard, Enterprise, and Strategic Members. We keep the guest list small and the drinks cold so you can focus on making the connections that matter. Space is limited and tickets will sell out.
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FAQs
- How do I get tickets?
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All BuiltWorlds Events are exclusively for BuiltWorlds Members. Learn more about becoming a member here.
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- What's included in the ticket?
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Access to all sessions at the conference.
Continental breakfast, lunch, and all-day refreshments.
Participation in BuiltWorlds Research-led breakout sessions.
Access to available white papers, speaker presentations (per speaker consent) and event attendee portal.
Invitation to the VIP Kick Off Party (for Standard, Enterprise, and Strategic Members). - What do I do if I can't attend?
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Once redeemed, tickets can only be canceled and replenished to member accounts up to 30 days prior to the start date of the event. After that, unused tickets may not be replenished to the member’s account.
To do so, please email events@builtworlds.com. For more information on our event and ticket policies, visit Terms and Conditions - Where should I stay?
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All parts of our Venture West Conference will take place at the Garden Court Hotel, Palo Alto. If you want to be near all the action, you can find a room there in our discounted room block!
- How do I book a discounted room?
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The Garden Court Hotel is offering a limited rate for $599 for the night of Wednesday, November 6, and $499 for the night of Thursday, November 7. To book a room at this rate, please call the hotel directly at (650) 322-9000 or email .
You must identify yourself as part of the BuiltWorlds Venture West event for special rates. Cutoff date for special rates is Monday, October 7, 2019.
- Which airport should I fly into?
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There are multiple to choose from, including: San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), and San Jose International (SJC).
- How do I access the event?
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Proceed through the hotel lobby and check in with BuiltWorlds staff.
- Is parking available?
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Garden Court Hotel offers valet parking for $15 for hotel guests; public parking is available Mon-Fri, 8am - 5pm.
- Where can I get questions answered?
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We’re happy to help you! Please contact events@builtworlds.com for any and all questions!