We’re not sure if tech can solve Canada’s housing crisis, but we know it’s trying. A nonprofit operating at the intersection of real estate, technology, and entrepreneurship in Canada this month released its third annual report on the state of prop-tech across the nation. Proptech Collective’s 2023 report reveals an array of insights into Canada’s […]
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BuildDirect Technologies Secures $3 Million, Adjusts Senior Management with New CEO
BuildDirect Technologies last month announced a non-brokered private placement which was been recently upsized through the closing of a second tranche, bringing total gross proceeds for the Vancouver-based company north of $3 million. The BC firm, which operates an online marketplace for buying and selling building materials, intends to use the net proceeds to continue to […]
BuildDirect Expands U.S. Pro Market Share With Acquisition
Vancouver-headquartered BuildDirect has acquired Michigan-based full-service flooring retailer, Superb Flooring & Design for USD $10 million. BuildDirect (TSXV: BILD) is an innovative technology platform for purchasing and selling building materials online. Superb is an established brand name serving Pro builder customers – home builders, condominium developers, commercial and residential contractors, interior designers, architects, and multi-family […]
BuildDirect Hits TSX Venture Exchange With $160 Million Valuation
Today marks Vancouver’s BuildDirect‘s first day trading as a public company listed under the ticker symbol “BILD” on the TSX Venture Exchange. BuildDirect successfully completed a reverse take over, raised $20.5 million through a private placement and is now valued at $160 million. Founded in 1999 by Jeff Booth and Rob Banks, BuildDirect is a […]
Vancouver Entrepreneurs Forum Goes Virtual With Jeff Booth
Earlier this year BuildDirect co-founder and Vancouver entrepreneur Jeff Booth published his first book titled The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation Is the Key to an Abundant Future. In a sweeping analysis that draws upon economics, science, innovation, politics, psychology, sociology, and business, Booth offers an intriguing thesis predicated on the deflationary impact of technological […]
Tech Vancouver on Building Tech Companies for an Uncertain Future
Tech Vancouver helps the city’s technologists expand their knowledge and network in the community. Every month a set of highly curated leaders & innovators come together to share their expertise & experiences through panels and presentations. Today’s Tech Vancouver’s topic is “Building tech companies for an uncertain future” with Jeff Booth, Matt Toner, and Angela […]
BuildDirect Co-founder Jeff Booth Releases First Book
BuildDirect co-founder and Vancouver entrepreneur Jeff Booth has released of his first book titled The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation Is the Key to an Abundant Future. In a sweeping analysis that draws upon economics, science, innovation, politics, psychology, sociology, and business, Booth offers an intriguing thesis predicated on the deflationary impact of technological advances […]