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Second Century Ventures, the investment branch of the National Association of Realtors, has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 REACH Commercial technology growth program. The fund, known for its active role in real estate technology globally, runs REACH across seven major markets.
Now in its seventh year, REACH Commercial continues to aid entrepreneurs who are creating solutions within all asset classes of commercial real estate. "The REACH Commercial program offers unparalleled support and growth prospects for the proptech industry," said Bob Gillespie, managing partner at REACH Commercial. "With our extensive experience working alongside participating companies, we help transform the industry's biggest hurdles into major opportunities – refining their unique solutions while gaining a competitive edge in innovation, market presence and expansion."
The program is designed to elevate promising new tech companies in real estate sectors such as brokerage and development. Participants benefit from mentorship by leaders in real estate, venture capital, and technology; education on navigating the global property industry; exclusive opportunities at key conferences and events; access to media and academic organizations; and a network of entrepreneurs from over 300 REACH portfolio companies.
"REACH Commercial is dedicated to supporting trailblazing companies poised to redefine real estate technology," said Dave Garland, managing partner at Second Century Ventures. "We equip these visionaries with exceptional resources and insights, accelerating their growth and influence in the industry."
Applications for the 2025 cohort will be accepted until March 31, 2025. More information can be found at nar-reach.com.
The National Association of Realtors is America's largest trade association involved in various aspects of residential and commercial real estate. It identifies professionals adhering to a strict Code of Ethics through its membership mark 'Realtor.' Free consumer guides about homebuying and selling processes are available at facts.realtor.
REACH is a scale-up program developed by Second Century Ventures to assist technology companies in scaling across real estate verticals through education, mentorship, and market exposure.
