Distributor-Tech Startup Collaboration 🫱🏻🫲🏽
We're gathering the leading tech solutions empowering distributors' customers 👀
Hi everyone,
We recently wrote about how distributors are partnering with tech startups to co-brand and deliver cutting-edge software to their customers. This is becoming more common as distributors and startups begin to understand the value they can provide one another.
That's why we're excited to introduce a new addition to this year’s Innovators Summit we’re co-hosting with NAW – a dedicated day for distributors to connect with the top tech tools their mutual customers increasingly rely on to run their businesses.
We’re also thrilled to announce the CEOs of Kojo and Buildertrend will be joining as keynote speakers for this special “Customer Tech” day.
Learn more about these customer tech solutions below, and also get a sneak peek at the first few customer tech solutions we’re revealing, with more to be announced in the coming weeks. We hope to see you at the 2024 NAW Innovators Summit, powered by Applico!
September 25-27, in Austin, TX. Attendance is reserved for executives at large B2B distributors. Save $250 with promo code: INNOVATE24.
Announcing our Customer Tech Keynotes:
Buildertrend | Dan Houghton, Co-Founder & CEO
An all-in-one software solution for residential construction professionals. With 1M+ users, 2M+ completed projects, and 100+ countries served, Buildertrend is the leading technology solution for SMB construction firms.
Relevant distribution verticals: LBM, Roofing, Drywall, Concrete, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Paints, Flooring, Windows, Landscaping, Tools and Safety Equipment.
Kojo | Maria (Rioumine) Davidson, Co-Founder & CEO - $83.6M in Capital Raised
The leading multi-trade software for contractors provides an all-in-one solution for contractors to plan, track, receive, and pay for their materials, and it integrates digital purchasing via distribution.
Relevant distribution verticals: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Concrete, Roofing, Flooring, Drywall
Sneak Peek of Our First Few Customer Tech Innovators:
Cheetah | Kim Spalding, CEO - $127.7M in Capital Raised
A platform for independent restaurants to order wholesale food and supplies with transparent pricing and sourcing and have them delivered the next day. Leverages AI to reduce food costs, streamline ordering, and minimize waste while serving over 3,000 customers.
Relevant distribution verticals: Food Service, Restaurant Equipment, Supply and Packaging
StructShare | Or Lakritz, Co-Founder & Chief Product + Strategy Officer - $8M in Capital Raised
A cloud-based platform that utilizes AI to streamline and automate the procurement process of building materials, connecting contractors and suppliers for cost-effective transactions and integrating field, accounting, and procurement teams seamlessly.
Relevant distribution verticals: Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Mechanical, Concrete, Framing, Drywall, Roofing
Bundle | Janna Colucci, Co-Founder & CEO
Bundle is an integrated procurement platform for construction teams, connecting building material manufacturers and distributors with builders in one platform, powered by advanced digital sales and order management tools to help both sides save time and costs.
Relevant distribution verticals: LBM, Roofing, Drywall, Concrete, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Paints, Flooring, Windows, Doors, Landscaping
Why Attend the 2024 Innovators Summit ✈
Fast-track your future: Discover game-changing solutions from our hand-picked startups focused on AI, digitization, automation, and eCommerce.
Insider Access: Get the inside scoop in an off-the-record, invite-only, no pay-to-play environment. No other event brings together distribution and Silicon Valley like this one.
Meet 1-1 with Top Tech Innovators: Schedule private meetings with CEOs of tech innovators to discuss cutting-edge tech for your company’s needs.
We’ll continue to announce new tech innovators in the coming weeks, and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s Summit in Austin, TX, on September 25-27.
Are you a tech innovator who caters to B2B Distributors and wants to attend? Message us! We are typically looking for venture-backed, fast-growing solutions.