AI-Powered Supplier Discovery for Commercial Real Estate

Connect Your Small Business With Buyers in Commercial Real Estate. Developed by Building Markets in partnership with the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and supported by the Nareit Foundation.

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  • Be searchable by commercial real estate buyers 

  • AI-driven matching to relevant opportunities 

  • Open to all industries and business sizes 

The AI-Powered Supplier Discovery Chatbot is an new tool that helps commercial real estate enterprises diversify their supply chains and discover innovative small businesses. 

Built by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and Building Markets, this platform uses artificial intelligence to match buyers and suppliersโ€”creating direct, efficient connections that expand opportunity and inclusion across industries. 

Entrepreneurs can showcase their offerings, while buyers gain easier access to verified, diverse vendors ready to collaborate on upcoming projects. 

  • Increase visibility with large real estate enterprises

  • Access new procurement opportunities

  • Promote diverse supplier participation

Businesses from any industry are welcomeโ€”commercial real estate relies on products and services spanning construction, design, maintenance, technology, logistics, marketing, and more. 

How to Get Started

Building Markets, Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and Nareit Foundationโ€”partners powering the Supplier Discovery Chatbot.

About the Supplier Discovery Chatbot

Who the Tool Is For

  1. Complete Your Business Profile

    Fill out a short form about your company, offerings, and areas of interest.

  2. Join the Supplier Directory

    Your profile will appear in the AI-powered system that buyers use to search for new suppliers.

  3. Connect With Buyers

    When your expertise matches a buyerโ€™s needs, they can reach out directly to explore partnerships.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Fill Out Your Business Profile Now 

How Your Data Is Used

Transparency and trust are central to this initiative. 

The information you provide will be: 

  • Included in a secure supplier directory shared only with verified buyers 

  • Used exclusively to connect businesses and buyers within this program 

  • Never sold or shared externally beyond the scope of this initiative 

Your data helps drive equitable access to supply chain opportunitiesโ€”safely and responsibly. 

Consent & Participation

By submitting your profile, you agree to have your business information shared with members of the Commercial Real Estate Diverse Suppliers Consortium for the sole purpose of facilitating partnerships. 

Participation is voluntary, and you can update or remove your profile at any time. 

What Happens After Submission

After you complete your business profile: 

  • Your company will be added to the Supplier Directory before the January 2026 launch 

  • Buyers can search and connect directly with your business when your services match their procurement needs 

  • Building Markets will continue to enhance the AI-powered chatbot using participant feedback, improving how small businesses connect with enterprise buyers over time 

Watch the Tutorial & Join Office Hours

Learn how to complete your profile and make the most of the platform. 

๐ŸŽฅ Watch the 5-Minute Tutorial 
๐Ÿ’ฌ Join Nasdaq Center Office Hours โ€“ Ask questions and get expert guidance from the Building Markets and Nasdaq Center teams. 

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Benefits for Small Businesses

Thank You to Our Early Contributors

The AI-Powered Supplier Discovery Chatbot helps small businesses grow through: 

  • Increased exposure to enterprise buyers in commercial real estate 

  • Direct, AI-driven matching with organizations looking for qualified suppliers 

  • Expanded market access through a trusted, equitable platform 

  • Free participation with the ability to manage and update your profile anytime 

This initiative builds inclusive pathways to opportunity for entrepreneurs everywhere. 

We extend our gratitude to the small businesses who participated in the early survey that helped shape this tool. 

Your insights informed the chatbotโ€™s design, making it more responsive, inclusive, and practical for real-world business connections. 

๐Ÿ‘‰ Submit Your Official Business Profile and be among the first featured in the AI-Powered Supplier Directory when it launches in January 2026