Pitchfest, presented by the Housing Innovation Alliance returns to PCBC on July 28, 2026 at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center. Strap in for the startup competition featuring market-ready solutions in AI, ConTech, and resiliency.

Finalists will pitch to industry leaders for a cash prize and the opportunity to pilot and scale their solutions.

This year, companies will provide cutting-edge solutions that tackle housing’s biggest challenges like supply shortages, housing attainability, environmental impact, home management, and adapting existing homes. 

2025 Highlights

Pitchfest Winners:

HTV $100k Investment
Spacial: Utilizes spatial intelligence to optimize urban planning and housing development strategies.

Judges' Choice Award
XyloPlan: Offers digital solutions for efficient home design and construction planning.

Audience Choice Award
Nestment: Provides platforms that facilitate co-investment opportunities in real estate, making homeownership more accessible.
 

Watch the PCBC 2025 Pitchfest Winners Announcement Session  

2025 Finalists:

Adept Materials: Develops advanced building materials aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in residential construction.

Apis Cor: Offering innovative 3D printing solutions for rapid and cost-effective home construction.

Aquaria: Focuses on water conservation technologies, providing systems that optimize water usage in homes.

GENIA: Offers AI-driven platforms to streamline property management and enhance homeowner experiences.

Hamlet: Transforms local government activity into strategic business intelligence that drives competitive advantage.

Shovels: Develops tools and platforms aimed at simplifying the construction process and enhancing project management.

Pallet: Creates rapid-deployment shelter solutions to address homelessness and emergency housing needs.