

Where Innovation Meets Infrastructure: How Proptech is Reshaping Real Estate
An evening at the intersection of real estate and innovation. Join leading founders, investors, and operators as we explore how technology is reshaping how we live, lease, and invest.
Join us for an evening bringing together Austin’s top multifamily operators, proptech founders, and venture investors to explore how technology is redefining the real estate landscape.
Hosted by Joanna Hackney (Founder & CEO of Linea) and Ilona Limonta-Volkova (Founder of Bear and the Bull), this panel connects capital and innovation across the built world.
The goal is to:
• Connect early-stage proptech founders, multifamily operators, and investors
• Foster collaboration across Austin’s fast-growing early-stage ecosystem
Panelists:
• Jeff Hurst, CEO & President, Furnished Finder (former COO, Expedia; CSO, HomeAway)
• Mark Schmulen, Founder, PropMatic (AI-driven leasing platform; formerly RealPage & Chirp Systems)
• Zaz Floreani, Venture Partner, FirstMile VC
Sponsored by: Pilot. Pilot handles accounting, tax, fractional CFO & COO services for startups & small businesses
About the Hosts
Joanna Hackney
Joanna is the founder and CEO of Linea, a proptech startup modernizing multifamily operations. A seasoned real estate operator and investor, she’s passionate about bridging the gap between property management and innovation to drive smarter, more connected communities.
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