Bidmii Wins the Banff Western Connection Pitch Battle

The event brought together some of the most promising proptech companies, showcasing innovation and groundbreaking solutions for the real estate and property management industries.

The competition featured a lineup of high-caliber startups, all vying for the top spot in front of a distinguished audience of industry leaders, investors, and peers. Bidmii’s CEO, Jon Christensen, delivered a compelling pitch that highlighted the platform’s ability to streamline home improvement projects by providing a secure and efficient way for homeowners, realtors, landlords, and property managers to connect with contractors. The audience played a key role in determining the winner, and Bidmii’s vision and execution resonated the most.

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Instant Estimate Tool Preview and Beta Launch

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A major highlight of Bidmii’s pitch was the preview of its new Instant Estimate Tool for Realtors. This tool is designed to provide realtors with quick, accurate cost estimates for home improvement projects, helping them deliver immediate value to their clients. By streamlining the estimation process, the tool enables realtors to confidently discuss potential renovation costs with buyers and sellers, reducing uncertainty and improving transaction efficiency.

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As part of the pitch, Bidmii officially launched the beta sign-up for the Instant Estimate Tool. The response was overwhelming—more than 35% of attendees to the pitch competition signed up for the beta program, demonstrating significant interest and demand from industry professionals. This high uptake rate underscores the real need for a fast and reliable home improvement cost estimation solution within the real estate sector.

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A Closer Look at the Event and Participants

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The Banff Western Connection conference is a premier event that brings together real estate professionals, technology innovators, and investors to discuss trends and advancements shaping the industry. The Pitch Battle was a highlight of the event, providing a platform for startups to showcase their solutions and gain industry recognition.

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Eight companies competed in the Pitch Battle, each presenting unique solutions tailored to the needs of real estate professionals and property owners. Here’s a closer look at the finalists:

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• Bidmii: The winning company, Bidmii, connects real estate professionals and homeowners with contractors, making home improvements easier, faster, and more secure by holding project funds in trust to ensure peace of mind for everyone involved.
• REITIUM: A real estate marketplace empowering churches to raise capital through donations, debt, and equity to build community centers, daycares, and affordable housing on excess church land.
• ReLease: A platform offering apartment buildings the ability to provide flexible renting benefits, including the option for residents to end their lease for any reason.
• RocketPlan: A mobile-first business operating system for property restoration insurance claims, streamlining documentation, reporting, estimating, and billing for professionals in the industry.
• SHARE: A solution for retail investors looking to build a portfolio of U.S. rental properties by unlocking institutional real estate service providers for every step of the investment process.
• Stelor: Provides condo managers and boards with capital replacement tools, analytics, and predictive forecasting to help avoid special assessments and optimize reserve fund fees.
• Upfront: A company delivering real estate-native financial services for brokers and agents, enhancing financial flexibility and efficiency in transactions.
• Voiceflip: Leverages advanced AI and voice technology to make real estate data accessible in real-time across 25 languages, providing instant access to property data, market trends, and organizational insights.

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Looking Ahead

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REACH Canada’s 2025 program will provide these companies with access to education, mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and increased exposure to the global real estate marketplace. The program is designed to scale high-growth-potential companies and enable them to have a lasting impact on the industry.

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For Bidmii, this victory serves as a catalyst for continued growth. The company remains focused on expanding its impact across the home improvement industry, providing a more transparent and secure solution for all stakeholders involved.

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Bidmii extends its gratitude to REACH Canada for organizing the event and to everyone who attended and voted. The company looks forward to leveraging this momentum to build strategic partnerships and further its mission of making home improvement projects more seamless and secure.

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For media inquiries or to learn more about Bidmii’s services, please contact:

Perry Schwartz
Media Contact, Bidmii
Email: perry@frequencypr.ca
Phone: (416) 738-8490

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