Mike McAra

Director | Investor

2020

REACH is the leading accelerator of real estate technology companies worldwide. Founded in 2013 by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the world’s largest trade association with 1.5 million members, and Second Century Ventures (SCV), the world’s most active proptech venture fund. At REACH, my mission is to identify exceptional technology and founders and forge connections between these innovative firms and organized real estate. Through our rigorous 8-month scale-up program we further connect these firms to venture capital as well as a deep mentor pool enabling them to thrive in a highly competitive market. Since 2020, our collective efforts have successfully scaled 31 firms, with a combined pre-program valuation exceeding $400 million USD. My passion for fostering growth, empowering entrepreneurs, and driving positive change in the real estate industry is at the core of my role at REACH. If you're an ambitious founder or part of a cutting-edge proptech firm, let's connect and explore how we can work together to elevate your business to new heights.

Director | Investor

2020

As Director at Second Century Ventures, one of the world's most active proptech venture funds, I'm dedicated to discovering and empowering the brightest startup CEOs and innovative companies within the proptech landscape. With a diverse portfolio of 200+ companies under our wing, my expertise lies in guiding and scaling elite technology through the real estate, technology and capital ecosystem. Having honed my skills as a former founder in energy, real estate and tech, I offer strategic guidance to founders, helping them accelerate their growth and make a lasting impact in the proptech space. My passion for fostering strong relationships with portfolio companies and other venture capitalists drives a thriving, collaborative environment that fuels innovation and growth. If you're a startup CEO or fellow venture capitalist let's chat! I'm eager to exchange insights, ideas, and resources that can elevate our industry to new heights! We serve as the Canadian REACH team which helps scale elite technology as part of the Second Century Ventures ecosystem.

Advisor | Westman Centre PropTech Advisory Committee

2022

The Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies at the Haskayne School of Business aims to be the catalyst for the development of real estate industry professionals and a leading centre of excellence. Bringing my passion for innovation and years of experience in proptech, venture capital, and real estate, I help advise and guide the Westman Centre in its pursuit to develop cutting-edge programs and educational opportunities. My commitment to fostering growth, nurturing talent, and driving positive change in the real estate sector aligns perfectly with the Westman Centre's mission to empower future leaders. As an alumnus of the University of Calgary, I'm proud to give back to my alma mater by sharing my insights, expertise, and global perspective with the Westman Centre community. Together, we are working to redefine the real estate landscape and shape the success of tomorrow's industry professionals.

Leadership Board Member

2022

Community-led network of world-leading real estate technology investors devoted to the promotion of diversity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and financial advocacy of innovation in the built and digital world.

Strategic Advisor | Mentor

2022

Global fintech fund continuing the legacy of uniting entities to better serve our society.

Co-Founder & Board Member

2015

Co-Founder & CEO

2015 - 2020

Co-Founder | Exploration Manager | Geologist

2010 - 2014

Energy Consultant | Geologist

2009 - 2009

Geologist

2007 - 2007