JBG Smith Properties

Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

Raccord is a technology company that specializes in data analysis software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the real estate investment process. The company’s platform integrates disparate data sources, allowing investment teams to access a unified source of truth for their portfolio analysis. By distilling complex data sets, Raccord facilitates the assessment of existing internal data while providing tools that support informed investment decisions. This approach helps mitigate risks associated with human selection bias, enabling clients to rely on accurate, real-time data for critical decision-making.