Slice of Real Estate

Thank you to Slice of Manufacturing for telling the story of our exciting journey! Jared S. Taylor sat down with our Co-Founder and CEO Vardhan Mehta to discuss his vision to transform the $100B building product decisions market by modernizing the workflow architects and designers use when specifying materials. In this article, Jared writes about how we at Acelab are working to optimize materials research, better coordinate materials decisions, and automate materials documentation — read how our team turned the frustration with the outdated procurement processes into what Acelab is today, an AI-powered platform now used by 13,000+ architecture firms. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/evJ5tv8B> #Acelab #Architecture #Innovation #AI #Design #BuildingProducts

Architects, engineers, and manufacturers—imagine saving hours, boosting collaboration, and making smarter product decisions—all in one platform. Enter Acelab , the AI-powered platform revolutionizing the AEC industry. From sustainable product discovery to streamlined specs, it’s transforming how architects and manufacturers work together in real-time. ?? Led by Vardhan Mehta, Acelab is reshaping the future of building design and construction. If you’re looking for innovation in 2025 and beyond, this is the company to watch. ?? Learn how Acelab is driving digital transformation for building product manufacturers: https://lnkd.in/evJ5tv8B

Galvanize Real Estate Acquires Key Industrial Asset in NJ Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gUSu_UQT “We believe that 150 Milford serves as a perfect complement to our existing portfolio along the I-95 corridor.” – Joseph Sumberg, Managing Partner & Head at Galvanize Climate Solutions “150 Milford leverages more than 600,000 square feet of rooftop space to provide the in-place tenant with onsite renewable power.” – Nicolette Rabadi Jaze, Head of ESG & Sustainability at Galvanize Real Estate “This acquisition aligns well with our strategic vision of investing in high-potential industrial assets in prime markets.” – Nadine Anderson, Vice President, Acquisitions at Galvanize Real Estate #SoRENews

Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Names Shanan Steere as Director of Growth Operations Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gNTV-cTd “Team leaders are the cornerstones of our market centers. I am honored to be home at Keller Williams and a part of a mission-focused team that truly prioritizes agents and their success.” – Shanan Steere, Director of Growth Operations at Keller Williams Realty, Inc “An exceptional talent and an amazing contributor, Shanan will ensure our core brokerage leaders remain equipped to fuel further expansion and build on our already strong culture." – Mark Willis, President and CEO at Keller Williams Realty, Inc #SoRENews

Bilt Rewards and eXp Realty Unveil Groundbreaking Homebuying Benefits Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gYKvixqw "Americans receive rewards for everyday purchases, but have never been properly rewarded for the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. Bilt pioneered Bilt Points on rent payments to give members something back on their biggest monthly expense. Now, we're going to reward them when they buy a home—their largest lifetime purchase." — Ankur Jain, Founder and CEO at Bilt Rewards "The path to homeownership seems distant to American renters, but for many, homeownership is closer than they realize. Bilt now makes it surprisingly easy by simplifying the home search to include an all-in monthly mortgage price so consumers can now see how far their monthly rental payment could go toward owning a home." — Timothy J. Mayopoulos, Board Member and Former Fannie Mae CEO at Bilt "Our strategic relationship with Bilt enhances this commitment by providing homebuyers the ability to earn significant rewards while making the most important purchase of their lives." — Leo Pareja, CEO at eXp Realty #SoRENews

Stream Data Centers Appoints Rick Crutchley as COO Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gFzwnbBA "It is an honor to take on this role at such a pivotal time for Stream and our industry. It’s about driving operational excellence and innovation to accelerate growth in this dynamic market." — Rick Crutchley, Chief Operating Officer at Stream Data Centers "Rick’s ethics, smarts, and industry experience, combined with his commitment to operational excellence, make him a tremendous addition to our leadership team." — Michael Lahoud, Co-Managing Partner at Stream Data Centers #SoRENews

BILT Exteriors Partners with Absolute Construction Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gZg_StHH "Absolute Construction represents exactly the type of high-quality operation we look to partner with. Their strong presence in key Central US markets and reputation for excellence in both residential and commercial services make them an ideal addition to our growing family of brands." — George Todd, CPA, CFO at BILT Exteriors "This partnership perfectly aligns with our vision of thoughtfully expanding our national footprint. Daniel and his team have built an impressive operation focused on customer satisfaction and technical excellence, and we're excited to support their continued growth." — Jason Jeppesen, CEO at Ashco Exteriors "What drew us to BILT was their track record of preserving what makes each local company special. Their resources and support will help us serve more customers and expand our reach, while letting us keep doing what we do best – taking care of our community's roofing needs." — Daniel Askari, Founder at Absolute Construction #SoRENews

SmartRent Launches Advanced Maintenance Dashboards for Optimized Property Management Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gwatsizr “Delivering technology that solves challenges for our customers and the rental housing industry at large has always been a top priority for SmartRent. Site teams can focus on open tasks and response times, whereas a broader lens might help to identify widespread trends that require a more extensive response.” — Isaiah DeRose-Wilson, Chief Technology Officer at SmartRent #SoRENews

Evergreen Residential Raises $1 Billion in Capital Commitments Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gzpE_gxK “We have distinguished Evergreen as an institutional investor and operator of real estate assets that seeks to generate value for our clients and create an exceptional experience for our residents.” – Joseph Negri, Founder & CEO at Evergreen Residential “Evergreen has established itself as a differentiated platform underpinned by assets that are the right fit for PAM’s insurance company investors.” – Deva Mishra, CEO at Prosperity Asset Management “Evergreen stood out for its deep understanding of the residential real estate market, data-driven approach, and exciting growth trajectory.” – Dhiren Jhaveri, CEO at Kuvare Holdings #SoRENews

Arch Painting, Inc. Appoints New CMO and VP of Technology Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gJSyRZqb “Peter brings a level of experience and creativity that we believe is crucial to fueling growth. I will rely on him to lead a dynamic marketing function that not only propels Arch to the top of our category, but also establishes us as a gold standard.” — Richard K., President and CEO at Arch Painting “I am deeply confident that Arch’s technology evolution and digital transformation will be that leading brand.” — Ryan Clinton, Vice President of Technology at Arch Painting “The chance to help a category leader evolve into the dominant brand, nationwide, was too attractive to pass up.” — Peter Prodromou, Chief Marketing Officer at Arch Painting #SoRENews