Imbrex syndicates real estate data into a new kind of globally accessible network, where data is locally sourced, validated and secured via the Ethereum blockchain, smart contracts and cryptoeconomics.
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There are hundreds of domestic MLSs, and many more thousands of firm- and agent-websites seeking to connect. Today's real estate platforms are classical, three-tier applications with a frontend, server and database. The frontend displays real estate data. The backend (comprised of the server and database) stores it.
The problem is that these traditional systems operate in isolated environments, making the exchange of data difficult.
Imbrex takes a different approach to real estate data dissemination. We replace the server and database with open technologies that include the blockchain. By building on systems that are akin to public utilities, imbrex establishes a new method for data portability, where agents, firms and MLSs can easily migrate information between systems and provide quality listing data to buyers. Imbrex does not take ownership of your data, you control how it's shared. This decentralized architecture results in significantly lower costs and true connectivity.
Engine that packages, secures and disseminates real estate data. The Imbrexer generates an Owner Key, giving the user full control of their data. The Owner Key is analogous to a house key: Locks/Unlocks access to the data.
Fronted API that delivers the data in readable form. The Librexer is the padlock on the front door: Grants access.
Frontend application that displays real estate data and provides Firms and MLSs (imbrex Enterprise users) the ability to feed large subsets of data through the Imbrexer.
will gain access to a marketplace of real estate data including hyperlocal, community-sourced spam and comparable-property curation.
will engage with the Imbrexer via the imbrex platform adding their listings individually.
will access the Imbrexer via the Enterprise API.
Everyone will gain global exposure and will maintain ownership of their data.
On imbrex, buyers worldwide can confidently search hyperlocal, user-curated, and verified global data.
The imbrex network is designed for universal, global reach and provides the interoperability and flexibility needed to migrate your data between systems (your website, imbrex, MLSs, CRMs, and third-party applications).
Transaction participants can utilize imbrex's Escrow Commons™ to safely and securely transact real estate*. Escrow Commons uses smart contracts for the exchange of transactional documents, deposits and sale proceeds. The parties can track in real time which party has uploaded what documents, ensuring the process is always advancing forward. The data and funds are never held, or seen, by imbrex. Participants set terms, control access and funds.
At imbrex, agents own their listing page, not a third-party portal. Buyers connect directly with listing agents, and agents gets the search-result credit by backlinking to their own page or website. They also get global exposure and the opportunity to move data effortlessly between their website, imbrex, MLSs, and CRM systems.
Agents can utilize imbrex's Escrow Commons to help their clients transact efficiently. Escrow Commons uses smart contracts for the exchange of transactional documents, deposits and sale proceeds. The parties can track in real time which party has uploaded what documents, ensuring the process is always advancing forward. The data and funds are never held or seen by imbrex. The participants set the terms, access and how the funds will be disseminated.
The imbrex network provides an open, global environment for data exchange, while providing security directly to its users. Imbrex does not store your data. At imbrex, MLSs can selectively push listing data through imbrex's Enterprise API. It will generate an Owner Key that controls access to your data. MLSs can exchange Owner Keys, giving them the ability to populate (not store) each other's data.
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Imbrex Founder Stephen King graduated from the University of Denver with a dual degree in real estate and international business, going on to achieve a sterling career in real estate finance, brokerage entitlements, and mixed-use property development. Prior to launching imbrex, Stephen was Principal at King Interests, a full-service real estate firm based in Princeton, New Jersey, and also led his own King Realty Group as President and Owner. Stephen has launched several technology related startups in the real estate space in his career, and began participating in the blockchain community in 2013, of which he is now organizer of the Princeton Ethereum Meetup.
Brock is a Software Engineer with a degree in Mathematics who specializes in full-stack application development— JS, NodeJS, Python, Ruby, SQL, etc. Brock has worked as a remote-based technical lead for a number of diverse, data-driven projects that help to bridge the gap between business ideas and technology-based products.
Alex Jacoby is a Business Operations director with a remarkably broad base of experience in business processes and team development. Most recently, Alex led operations and business analysis for VTS, a fast-growing, early-stage Commercial Real Estate tech startup, enabling the team to grow from 13 to 95 employees and achieve three rounds of funding. Alex established functional areas from accounting and finance, to HR and sales, mapped the business architecture from end to end, and led its successful execution. During her prior tenure at the largest nationwide distributor of balloons and related social expression products—U.S. Balloon Co—the company was acquired by Party City. Alex led on all aspects of B2B marketing, while launching the company’s Key Account Management team, and streamlining Supply Chain Administration. Alex holds a BA in English Literature from SUNY Albany, and a BA in Psychology from Adelphi University.
Jill Chodorov Kaminsky is a top-producing licensed real estate broker with CORE in New York City, and with Long & Foster in the Washington DC market. Kaminsky has over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, beginning as an investor and later taking a hands-on approach as a broker. As a contributing writer on real estate subjects at The Washington Post, Jill’s expertise is frequently shared and retweeted around the world. Kaminsky brings diverse experience to her work, which includes a stint as a former speechwriter to George H. W. Bush, and as a Peace Corps volunteer in Honduras. In 2008 and 2009, she lived in Saigon, Vietnam, where she opened and managed a Sotheby’s International Realty franchise.
Ryan began his involvement with imbrex as an active member of our community, fascinated by blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize countless industries. The imbrex vision for the real estate industry has inspired him to join our team as Community Liaison, where he functions as a first responder to inquiries and concerns. His willingness to help, paired with his patience and sincerity, plays a key role in the growth of our community.
Edouard is a Software Engineer with a Master of Engineering in Computer Science and Information Technology. Passionate about Science, Web, Systems & Networks, and Business, he spent the last 7 years putting is efforts in trying to design and develop useful applications in order to enhance people lives. His experience includes Research & Development in the Telecommunication, Telephony & Call Center, and Real-Time IT Support industries solving complex issues using the best of cutting-edge technologies: Decentralized Application Design & Development with Ethereum, Solidity & IPFS, Ruby, Node.js & React.
Kyle is a data and onboarding specialist. Prior to working with imbrex, Kyle spent 7 years working for VTS, a fast-growing, early-stage Commercial Real Estate tech startup, in a variety of roles including Operations Manager and Onboarding Specialist. At VTS Kyle helped to build and grow a number of teams and lead a number of data organization projects. Kyle has a degree in Film Production from TCU.
James is a Full Stack Engineer with a focus on JavaScript, React, and Data Visualization. Prior to working with imbrex, James was the lead Front-End Engineer at an IoT startup, building out custom dashboards for Building Management Systems. Before that, James had his own company which provided a platform for apartment communities to engage with their residents. James received a B.A. in English from The University of Texas at Austin.
John is a Backend Engineer with a Master’s in Computer Science from Loyola University Chicago. His experience reaches across both hardware and software, working with everything from high-performance computational systems and decentralized technologies such as Ethereum, IPFS, and Solidity, to IOT sensor arrays and radio communications (SDR). Languages he specializes in include JS, Node.js, C#, C++, and SQL. When he can manage to be pulled away from his computer, he enjoys cooking a variety of international dishes and playing soccer.
Oliver is a Full Stack Engineer with experience in JavaScript and NodeJS. After attaining his degree in Sociology and Economics at Emory University in Atlanta, Oliver initiated a career in technology that ranged from tech sales, web optimization, to software development. Outside of programming, Oliver enjoys reading, lifting weights, and binging on horror movies.
Andre-Jacques is a full-stack software engineer who joined the team in August 2018. His background includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Universtiy, and a Bachelor of Arts in Management Engineering from Pitzer college. He is a recent, but passionate, member of the Ethereum building community, and welcomes outreach from those looking to understand and learn more about this emerging technology and industry.
Rachel is our Office Coordinator here at Imbrex. After graduating from the University of Connecticut, she began her career in public accounting, and later transitioned to project management and analyst roles within the media industry. Her passion for the technology space and mindset for improving the workplace experience makes her a great addition to our team. Amongst her many responsibilities, Rachel's primary role is to manage and facilitate daily coordination across our company, and with our users and partners.
