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Cedric Char is a Vice President at Fifth Wall, a leading venture capital firm focused on real estate technology (PropTech). He is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in innovative companies transforming the built world.
Cedric Char invests in companies within the real estate technology sector. His focus areas include sustainable real estate solutions, climate tech for buildings, property management software, construction technology, and other innovations driving the digital transformation of real estate.
Cedric Char works as a Vice President at Fifth Wall, a prominent venture capital firm specializing in real estate technology investments.
Cedric Char is a Principal at BMW i Ventures based in San Francisco, California. He focuses on executing Series A and B venture capital investments of up to $10 million across the transportation, mobility, manufacturing, and energy technology sectors. Prior to rejoining BMW i Ventures, Char spent four years at Fifth Wall, a venture capital firm managing over $3 billion in assets. During his tenure at Fifth Wall, he advanced from Senior Associate to Vice President while executing investments within the property technology and built environment space. Earlier in his career, he spent three years as an Analyst at Financial Technology Partners, followed by an initial stint as an Associate at BMW i Ventures from 2019 to 2021. Char's professional background centers on deploying venture capital into early-stage industrial, mobility, and real estate technology enterprises.
Cedric Char is a distinguished Vice President at Fifth Wall, a pioneering venture capital firm renowned for its strategic investments in real estate technology, or PropTech. At Fifth Wall, Cedric plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the built world by identifying and backing innovative companies that are poised to disrupt and enhance the real estate industry.
As a Vice President, Cedric's responsibilities are multifaceted, encompassing the entire investment lifecycle. He is deeply involved in deal sourcing, leveraging his extensive network and market insights to discover promising startups. His expertise is crucial in conducting thorough due diligence, meticulously evaluating a company's technology, market potential, team, and financial health. Furthermore, Cedric contributes significantly to investment execution and actively supports Fifth Wall's portfolio companies, helping them scale and achieve their strategic objectives through operational guidance and strategic introductions.
Cedric's investment focus areas align closely with Fifth Wall's mission to drive innovation across the real estate ecosystem. He is particularly interested in companies that are developing sustainable real estate solutions, including climate tech for buildings, energy efficiency platforms, and sustainable building materials. His portfolio interests also extend to advanced property management software, which enhances operational efficiency and tenant experience, and cutting-edge construction technology that addresses productivity challenges and promotes modularity and automation in building processes. Additionally, he explores innovations in logistics, smart cities, and the broader digital transformation of real estate assets.
Prior to his role at Fifth Wall, Cedric developed a robust background in finance and technology, equipping him with a unique perspective on the intersection of these industries. His career trajectory has provided him with a deep understanding of market dynamics and the technological advancements necessary to drive significant change in traditional sectors. This experience is invaluable in his current position, allowing him to identify high-potential ventures and guide them towards success within Fifth Wall's collaborative ecosystem.
While specific individual investments are often a collective effort at Fifth Wall, Cedric has been instrumental in supporting investments in companies that are revolutionizing various aspects of real estate. These include platforms that optimize building operations through AI, solutions that facilitate the adoption of renewable energy in commercial properties, and software that streamlines the construction project lifecycle. His contributions help Fifth Wall continue its leadership in transforming the global real estate industry through technology and innovation.
