A hackathon to bring innovation to the real estate industry

The real estate industry has been static for decades and it is now time to change it. Industries have seen the importance starting the digital transformation, but only a few know how they should approach it. This creates great opportunities for entrepreneurs and for those who dream of starting their own business.On March 8 - 9, we will organize TheFactory Proptech Hackathon where entrepreneurs, proptech enthusiasts, developers, designer and business people can connect to ignite and create solutions that disrupt the industry or solutions that the industry needs. If you already have a team and an idea that you want to build or you are a solo entrepreneur, you are welcome to apply to the hackathon. It will be 48 hours full of challenges and fun with support from our great network of mentors and staff. In addition, our industry partners will come and share their insights as well as present current industry’s challenges.For whom is this event for? Proptech enthusiast, technology experts, designers, corporate folks, students and entrepreneurs. All are welcome to apply. You can join as team to develop further your initial idea. If you do not have a team, you can also find new team members and come up with new ideas after the hackathon.The event will be full of great experiences where you can meet new friends, startups, partners, and mentors. Who are organizers?TheFactory is a proptech and fintech accelerator and incubator in Oslo, Norway. Our focus is Proptech, Fintech, including Open Banking, Economics / Finance, Insurance, Property, Trade, Fintech Impact, AI, Blockchain, Regtech / Compliance and more. We are looking for startups from concept / idea phase, launch phase, early commercialization. Any questions, please email us giang@thefactory.noFind us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefactory.no/TimelineTwo days with inspiring insight workshops, experienced mentors, pitch training session, good food and great networkPrize for Best Pitch and Best Concept- Fast-track for consideration to our accelerator program- One year membership with Oslo Bysykkel- Connection within Norwegian real estate industryMentorsDavid FrewWith over 20 years of sales and business development experience with proven results, David is passionate about sales skills, sales excellence, and helping others achieve their sales-related goals. He has always worked in an international context and is multilingual and an excellent communicator. David Alexandre SalvailCo-founder & CEO, ZeiptA young entrepreneur with strong experience in pitching. His startup, Zeipt aims to connect physical retailers to the digital digital world through digital receiptsJonas TesfuEntrepreneur / Business Developer / Public SpeakerJonas is a strong voice in the Norwegian startup scene and travels the world consulting on Innovation, speaks at conferences and teaches workshops on various topics at events including Oslo Innovation Week, Vested Summit Egypt, Startup Safari Berlin and Nairobi Innovation Week. A life-long entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience with building startups in the Tech sector, food industry and fashion business. In addition to business development background within a variety of sectors having worked with clients including P&G, The Norwegian Patent Office, Kongsberg Innovation, Ericsson and NAV amongst others.Bjørn Reitzer JohannessenHead of front-end, Zeipt / UX Designer, VGA design expert. Bjørn has been working with several startups and businesses, who has been in need for development of their brand.More mentors announcing soon.Partners