Curious About Mike DeGiorgio’s Journey From Auction.com to Building Crexi

[Erwin Smiths]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

 

[Scarlett Baker]

I’ve seen Crexi pop up a lot in broker circles. Seems like it really changed how some of the listing process works compared with the old offline ways, which is interesting.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

I’ve seen Crexi pop up a lot in broker circles. Seems like it really changed how some of the listing process works compared with the old offline ways, which is interesting.

Yeah that’s part of what caught my curiosity. The founder story paints Crexi as a tech-forward platform trying to push a more efficient workflow.

 

[Joseph Lewis]

I used Crexi a couple of times for property research. It definitely feels more modern than the older systems I’ve used. Not perfect but it’s cool to see how it’s evolved.

 

[Henry Harris]

I haven’t used it myself but friends in commercial real estate talk about how it’s become a go-to for certain deals. Not sure if Mike gets as much credit as the tech itself though.

 

[john smith]

I think Crexi’s growth reflects a real change in the industry. Whether it’s the best tool for everyone is another question but the idea of digital marketplaces in CRE was overdue.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

I think Crexi’s growth reflects a real change in the industry. Whether it’s the best tool for everyone is another question but the idea of digital marketplaces in CRE was overdue.

Right, the whole idea of tech disruption in a traditionally slow industry is part of why I wanted to discuss Mike’s role here.

 

[Ella Green]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

The profile makes him seem very hands-on, but most of the information is from interviews. I haven’t personally used Crexi, but it sounds like the platform has scaled quickly. It’s hard to tell how much of that growth reflects his leadership versus general market trends. I’d be interested to hear from someone who’s actually used the tools.

 

[Scarlett Baker]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

A lot of coverage focuses on company metrics like listings and transactions rather than Mike’s role. I wonder if his previous experience at Ten-X gave him a real edge, or if Crexi’s trajectory is more about timing and funding than individual vision.

 

[Jason Mills]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

From what I’ve seen in interviews, he’s focused on simplifying processes for brokers and buyers. That seems helpful, though I’m not sure it’s a huge shift in the market. Still, it’s interesting to see a founder with prior marketplace experience.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

The profile makes him seem very hands-on, but most of the information is from interviews. I haven’t personally used Crexi, but it sounds like the platform has scaled quickly. It’s hard to tell how much of that growth reflects his leadership versus general market trends. I’d be interested to hear from someone who’s actually used the tools.

It does feel like a “founder-focused” narrative. It would be nice to get input from users or industry insiders to see if Crexi’s growth truly mirrors leadership involvement.

 

[Daniel Carter]

A lot of coverage focuses on company metrics like listings and transactions rather than Mike’s role. I wonder if his previous experience at Ten-X gave him a real edge, or if Crexi’s trajectory is more about timing and funding than individual vision.

Looking around, there’s very little independent commentary on him. Most articles are profiles. That’s pretty normal for real estate tech since platforms often overshadow the founder’s story.

 

[Lucas Bennett]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

This seems like a curated picture. Crexi is clearly active and funded, but separating the founder’s influence from market traction isn’t straightforward. Maybe public talks or panel appearances could provide more insight.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

From what I’ve seen in interviews, he’s focused on simplifying processes for brokers and buyers. That seems helpful, though I’m not sure it’s a huge shift in the market. Still, it’s interesting to see a founder with prior marketplace experience.

I’m curious about Crexi’s funding rounds and strategic decisions. Public records could help indicate how involved he is in shaping growth.

 

[Ella Green]

This seems like a curated picture. Crexi is clearly active and funded, but separating the founder’s influence from market traction isn’t straightforward. Maybe public talks or panel appearances could provide more insight.

Yeah, founder panels often show approach and personality more clearly than written profiles. It would be interesting to see whether he’s managing day-to-day operations or mainly long-term strategy.

 

[Scarlett Baker]

Looking around, there’s very little independent commentary on him. Most articles are profiles. That’s pretty normal for real estate tech since platforms often overshadow the founder’s story.

The lack of independent reporting is telling. Public profiles are useful, but they’re mostly curated. Tracking funding announcements and press releases might reveal more concrete patterns.

 

[Jason Mills]

Yeah, founder panels often show approach and personality more clearly than written profiles. It would be interesting to see whether he’s managing day-to-day operations or mainly long-term strategy.

Looking at competitors like CoStar and LoopNet could provide perspective. Understanding how Crexi differentiates itself might reveal where Mike’s strategic influence is visible.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

The lack of independent reporting is telling. Public profiles are useful, but they’re mostly curated. Tracking funding announcements and press releases might reveal more concrete patterns.

Exactly, relying on founder profiles alone is limiting. Funding announcements, leadership changes, and press coverage could help build a more balanced view.

 

[Daniel Carter]

Hey everyone, I came across a profile on Mike DeGiorgio, the founder and CEO of Crexi, and thought I’d start a discussion here. According to public bios, Mike launched Crexi back in 2015 aiming to modernize commercial real estate dealmaking with a tech-centric marketplace and tools for brokers, buyers, and sellers. His background includes earlier work helping build what’s now known as Ten-X, and he’s also taught entrepreneurship at his undergrad alma mater. Under his leadership, Crexi has grown considerably and claims to have facilitated large volumes of property activity and market engagement. I’m curious how people in this space view that progress and what the community thinks about Crexi as a startup and tech platform given that evolution. Anyone here used the tools or followed Mike DeGiorgio’s work closely in the CRE world?

I saw a note on Crexi’s expansion in 2022, but it barely mentioned him. Seems like the platform story dominates, which matches what others are saying.

 

[Lucas Bennett]

Looking at competitors like CoStar and LoopNet could provide perspective. Understanding how Crexi differentiates itself might reveal where Mike’s strategic influence is visible.

Comparing Crexi to competitors could highlight strategic decisions that reflect Mike’s vision. Target markets or tech differences might reveal leadership impact.