Thayer Ventures

Thayer Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2009, based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Valencia, California. The firm specializes in early-stage, mid-stage, and growth capital investments primarily in technology companies that serve the travel and hospitality sectors. It focuses on areas such as foodservice, cruise lines, lodging, hospitality technology, travel technology, gaming, and airlines, deliberately avoiding investments in real estate, restaurants, and hotels. Thayer Ventures aims to capitalize on the significant disruption and innovation occurring within the travel industry, which represents over $10 trillion in annual global economic activity. As consumer behavior shifts due to the influence of the Internet and social media, the firm recognizes an increasing demand for advanced technologies that can enhance travel planning, organization, and booking processes. This evolving landscape presents unique opportunities for technology providers to penetrate and transform the travel market.

Tyler Carrico

VP

Mark E. Farrell

Managing Director

Katherine Grass

Venture Partner

Christopher R. Hemmeter

Managing Director

Jeffery Jackson

Managing Director

Jeff Jackson

Managing Director

Lee Pillsbury

Managing Director

Leland Pillsbury

Managing Director

45 past transactions

Booster

Series D in 2022
Booster Fuels, Inc. specializes in on-demand fuel delivery services, utilizing a mobile application that allows users to conveniently order fuel directly to their locations, such as office parking lots. The company operates in major metropolitan areas including Austin, Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Nashville, Orange County, San Francisco, and Seattle, delivering fuel at competitive prices comparable to traditional gas stations. Booster serves both individual consumers and corporate clients, providing fuel services at numerous companies, office parks, and university campuses. Many Fortune 100 companies have adopted Booster's services for their employees. Additionally, Booster caters to commercial fleets, delivering fuel during off-hours to save fleet managers significant costs. Incorporated in 2014 and based in San Mateo, California, Booster has successfully raised over $88 million in funding from various venture capital firms.

Sprockets

Series A in 2022
Sprockets specializes in developing software solutions for franchises that streamline the hiring process by assessing potential candidates based on the traits of a company’s top-performing employees. Founded in 2013 and based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Sprockets' technology enables businesses to evaluate applicants quickly, eliminating uncertainty and reducing the costs associated with high turnover. By utilizing an applicant matching system, Sprockets helps human resources and hiring managers identify candidates that align closely with the desired profile, ensuring a more efficient and effective recruitment process.

Canary Technologies

Series A in 2022
Canary Technologies is an enterprise hospitality technology company that provides hotels with innovative solutions to drive efficiency and enhance the guest experience. Our core solutions get rid of antiquated technology in hotels. With backing from some of the top investors in Silicon Valley, Canary Technologies is trusted by thousands worldwide and serves some of the world’s largest and most iconic hotel brands.

Life House

Series C in 2021
Life House is creating a network of lifestyle hotels that are more experiential and more affordable through a powerful software-enabled brand & management platform. Our proprietary software materially reduces the costs of operating a hotel and increases revenues, delivering superior returns to our hotel owners (we do not own or invest in real estate).

Noiseaware

Series A in 2021
NoiseAware LLC, established in 2014 and based in Dallas, Texas, specializes in manufacturing noise monitoring sensors tailored for property rental managers, particularly in the short-term and vacation rental market. The company's innovative sensor system functions like a smoke detector for noise, allowing property owners to proactively manage noise violations and avoid complaints. By providing real-time alerts and historical data through a mobile application, NoiseAware enhances privacy protection for properties and helps defend against false complaints. This service not only improves the reputation of property owners within their communities but also enables hassle-free detection and management of noise-related issues.

Super.com

Series B in 2021
We believe the commerce should be as simple as chatting with a friend. We have built an engine that drives commerce over messaging. As our first implementation of this engine - we have chosen hotels. SnapTravel empowers customers to find and book hotel rooms over a conversational interface (SMS, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Alexa...). We use NLP and ML technology backed by humans to recommend hotels and deliver a delightful experience. We have driven over $100MM+ in sales exclusively over messaging. We have raised $20MM+ USD from tier-1 investors including iNovia, Telstra Ventures, Peter Kern (Chairman of the Board at Expedia) and NBA Superstar Steph Curry.

Sprockets

Seed Round in 2021
Sprockets specializes in developing software solutions for franchises that streamline the hiring process by assessing potential candidates based on the traits of a company’s top-performing employees. Founded in 2013 and based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Sprockets' technology enables businesses to evaluate applicants quickly, eliminating uncertainty and reducing the costs associated with high turnover. By utilizing an applicant matching system, Sprockets helps human resources and hiring managers identify candidates that align closely with the desired profile, ensuring a more efficient and effective recruitment process.

Beekeeper

Series B in 2020
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Swiftmile

Series A in 2020
Swiftmile, Inc. manufactures and operates parking and charging solution for light electric vehicles. It offers Swiftmile platform, a smart solar powered locking, docking, and charging station for scooter and ebike operators, as well as municipalities, workplaces, transit authorities, schools, hospitality and retail centers, events planners, real estate owners, and others. Swiftmile, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Carlos, California.

Dishcraft Robotics

Venture Round in 2020
Dishcraft Robotics, Inc. develops and manufactures robots for commercial kitchens. The company through its system cleans each dish individually using a rotating scrubber head and inspects each dish in a fraction of a second for remaining food residue using computer vision. Its solution Dishcraft Daily provides clean-dish dishwashing services. It serves corporate kitchens and restaurants. Dishcraft Robotics, Inc. was formerly known as Bistro Technologies, Inc. and changed its name to Dishcraft Robotics, Inc. in March 2016. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Carlos, California.

Life House

Series B in 2020
Life House is creating a network of lifestyle hotels that are more experiential and more affordable through a powerful software-enabled brand & management platform. Our proprietary software materially reduces the costs of operating a hotel and increases revenues, delivering superior returns to our hotel owners (we do not own or invest in real estate).

Beekeeper

Series B in 2019
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Mews

Series B in 2019
Founded by ex-hoteliers, Mews is a next-generation hospitality cloud for hotels, hostels, apartments and more. Mews gives hoteliers the power to provide a remarkable guest experience while improving the operations and performance of their property, thanks to smart automation and an innovative, user-friendly set of products and features. Mews serves over 1,700 properties across more than 60 countries in all five continents, and works with a huge number of hospitality tech companies to provide hoteliers with an unbeatable platform – no other PMS offers as many integrations. At the 2020 HotelTechAwards, Mews was voted Best PMS by industry peers.

Robotic Skies

Series A in 2019
Robotic Skies, Inc. is a provider of maintenance and repair services for commercial unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced air mobility aircraft (AAM). Founded in 2013 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company operates a global network of over 150 independently-owned and operated repair stations. These stations are staffed with aviation experts who specialize in the maintenance of commercial drone aircraft. Robotic Skies offers a comprehensive field service program designed to ensure that UAS remain operational, safe, and efficient. By leveraging FAA-approved maintenance organizations, the company aims to optimize certification and repair services for emerging drone fleets worldwide.

BookingPal

Series D in 2019
BookingPal, Inc. operates a cloud-based global distribution system tailored for the vacation rental, independent car rental, campground, and RV property rental markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company enables property owners and managers to enhance their online visibility by distributing their listings across major travel websites, travel agents, and tour operators. The platform enhances revenue opportunities for vacation rental managers and property owners through proprietary tools such as myOptimize, which assesses listing quality for optimal placement, and myInquiry, which offers a team of reservation agents to manage guest communications. This centralized booking platform aims to increase the number of bookings and overall online presence for its users.

May Mobility

Series A in 2019
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company focuses on creating a safer and more accessible urban transportation system by operating a fleet of driverless, six-passenger electric vehicles that provide shuttle services to both enterprise and municipal clients. May Mobility's micro-transit offerings utilize vehicles that autonomously navigate mapped routes and closed loops, addressing the challenges of congestion and mobility access in increasingly urbanized environments. By leveraging advanced technology and a system-level safety design approach, May Mobility aims to transform urban transportation, reduce pollution, and improve commuting experiences for residents in congested cities.

QLess

Venture Round in 2018
QLess, Inc. specializes in developing queue management solutions through a Software-as-a-Service model. Founded in 2007 and based in Pasadena, California, the company offers a platform that allows customers to join virtual lines, eliminating the need for physical waiting areas. By utilizing statistical analysis, QLess forecasts wait times, enhancing efficiency for various sectors including education, healthcare, retail, and government services. Its system communicates with users via voice calls and text messages, enabling them to wait remotely until their turn arrives. QLess also provides SMS marketing capabilities, allowing businesses to engage customers effectively. The company has received multiple accolades for its innovative solutions, having saved over ten million users from extensive wait times in diverse locations worldwide. QLess partners with notable organizations and serves a range of clients, including universities and Fortune 500 companies, further solidifying its impact on customer experience and operational efficiency.

HYP3R

Series A in 2018
HYP3R develops a marketing platform that allows businesses and brands to identify influential customers at their locations and engage them in real-time. Carlos Garcia, Jorge Luis Suarez Rodriguez, Juan Carlos Hernandez, and Omar Ramos founded it on March 1, 2015, with its headquarters in San Francisco in California.

Optii

Series C in 2018
Optii Solutions is a company dedicated to optimizing housekeeping operations in the hotel industry. Founded in 2006 by hospitality professionals, Optii recognized the challenges faced by hotels, particularly in regions with high labor costs or workforce scarcity. The company offers innovative housekeeping and operations management software that integrates with existing operational systems, utilizing artificial intelligence, analytics, and mobile technology. This approach allows hotels to automate and enhance their housekeeping processes, leading to reduced costs, streamlined operations, and improved guest experiences. By collaborating with clients during the development of their applications, Optii ensures that its solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of the hospitality sector, making it a key player in modernizing hotel operations.

Mews

Series A in 2018
Founded by ex-hoteliers, Mews is a next-generation hospitality cloud for hotels, hostels, apartments and more. Mews gives hoteliers the power to provide a remarkable guest experience while improving the operations and performance of their property, thanks to smart automation and an innovative, user-friendly set of products and features. Mews serves over 1,700 properties across more than 60 countries in all five continents, and works with a huge number of hospitality tech companies to provide hoteliers with an unbeatable platform – no other PMS offers as many integrations. At the 2020 HotelTechAwards, Mews was voted Best PMS by industry peers.

Redeam

Series A in 2018
Redeam is a five-time award-winning Boulder, CO-based global technology company that empowers the growth of tours, attractions, and activities so that more people can enjoy the world. By utilizing Redeam’s technology, operators can grow both revenue and their number of sales channels through advanced features like Redeam’s channel and yield management. Redeam also enables gate-ready scannable ticketing so operators can easily process mobile or paper vouchers and eliminate the costly, antiquated, time-consuming, and all-too-common practice of manually accepting, sorting and counting physical tickets—a practice that leads to lost revenue due to fraud, long lines, and negative online reviews. For its innovative solutions, Redeam has won such awards as the 2017 Phocuswright Award for Travel Innovation and 2018 Future Travel Experience Startup Competition Winner. The company works with hundreds of resellers and serves thousands of operators globally, including one of the world’s largest attraction theme parks, major event venues and boat tours, some of the world’s most-visited museums, and attractions like CitySightseeing/Gray Line New York, Boston Harbor Cruises, National Geographic Encounter: Ocean Odyssey, and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.

Groupize

Series A in 2017
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.

Viridis Learning

Venture Round in 2017
Viridis Learning, Inc. is an education technology company focused on enhancing workforce education for the middle-skill workforce. The company operates a platform that trains, certifies, and connects middle-skill employees with employers. Through its human capital technology solution, Viridis offers individuals training programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials and job placement opportunities. The platform addresses skill deficiencies by aligning local employer needs with the capabilities of the workforce. Courses offered include Residential Concrete Specialization, Energy Management and Controls, and Advanced Residential Construction Supervisor, among others. By utilizing data analytics, Viridis Learning enables educational institutions to better track student performance and outcomes, thereby improving employment placement rates for graduates. The company is located in New York, New York.

Traxo

Series B in 2016
Traxo, Inc. is a technology company based in Dallas, Texas, that specializes in itinerary management and loyalty tracking solutions for both corporate and leisure travel. Its platform integrates with travel management and expense management systems to capture off-platform bookings, thereby providing comprehensive visibility into travel activities. Key products include Traxo CAPTURE, which delivers booking data to users' applications; Traxo CONNECT, which aggregates on and off-platform bookings; Traxo FILTER, which automatically captures off-channel corporate travel bookings; and Traxo TRAVELER, which offers itineraries and flight alerts. By enhancing data visibility, Traxo enables corporate travel managers and agencies to effectively track and manage travel activities in real-time, contributing to improved duty of care. The company was founded in 2008.

Social Tables

Series B in 2016
Social Tables, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that serves the hospitality, events, and catering industries. Founded in 2011 and based in Washington, D.C., the company provides a comprehensive platform that includes sales and catering CRM software, management tools, interactive floor plans, and lead capture services. Its solutions facilitate the booking and management of events for hoteliers and event managers, while also enhancing the connection between sales and operations for caterers. By streamlining the event planning process—covering aspects such as floor plan design, seating chart creation, and guest engagement—Social Tables aims to simplify and enhance the experience for event professionals. The company operates as a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc. since October 2018.

Viridis Learning

Series A in 2016
Viridis Learning, Inc. is an education technology company focused on enhancing workforce education for the middle-skill workforce. The company operates a platform that trains, certifies, and connects middle-skill employees with employers. Through its human capital technology solution, Viridis offers individuals training programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials and job placement opportunities. The platform addresses skill deficiencies by aligning local employer needs with the capabilities of the workforce. Courses offered include Residential Concrete Specialization, Energy Management and Controls, and Advanced Residential Construction Supervisor, among others. By utilizing data analytics, Viridis Learning enables educational institutions to better track student performance and outcomes, thereby improving employment placement rates for graduates. The company is located in New York, New York.

Sonder

Series A in 2016
Sonder is a hospitality company that leases hotel-style apartments and manages vacation and short-term rental properties for travelers. Originally founded as Flatbook Corp., it rebranded to Sonder Canada Inc. in 2016 and expanded its operations to the United States with Sonder USA Inc. The company offers properties designed with modern aesthetics, including features such as living areas, dining spaces, and multiple bedrooms, complemented by a concierge service accessible via phone or text. Each rental is fully equipped with beds, linens, towels, and essential amenities, along with curated art and furniture. Sonder currently manages over $2.3 billion in various projects, including commercially-zoned mixed-use developments, residential spaces, serviced apartments, apart-hotels, and hotels across multiple cities.

Assured Labor

Series B in 2015
Assured Labor, Inc., a mobile recruitment company, provides a platform that enables employers to connect with mid-to-low wage candidates in their area. Its platform identifies and proactively reaches out candidates through a text-message so that they can apply instantly. The company facilitates employers seeking candidates to simply input their job description into its Website; and candidates seeking work to register at any computer for receiving text-messages as and when a company posts a local position they are highly qualified for. Assured Labor, Inc. was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Mexico City, Mexico.

Options Away

Series A in 2015
Options Away, LLC operates as an online travel agency that allows customers to hold their flights for days and weeks while they finalize their travel plans. The company was formerly known as BitBend, LLC. Options Away, LLC was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

BookingPal

Series B in 2015
BookingPal, Inc. operates a cloud-based global distribution system tailored for the vacation rental, independent car rental, campground, and RV property rental markets. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company enables property owners and managers to enhance their online visibility by distributing their listings across major travel websites, travel agents, and tour operators. The platform enhances revenue opportunities for vacation rental managers and property owners through proprietary tools such as myOptimize, which assesses listing quality for optimal placement, and myInquiry, which offers a team of reservation agents to manage guest communications. This centralized booking platform aims to increase the number of bookings and overall online presence for its users.

Uplift

Series A in 2014
Uplift is an enterprise Buy Now, Pay Later solution serving over 100 of the world's top travel brands. Through personalized, flexible payment options, Uplift helps consumers take control of their budget and experience a world of travel. With a complete range of payment options, Uplift unlocks higher conversions and lifetime customer value for merchant partners. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

Groupize

Series A in 2014
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.

Social Tables

Series A in 2014
Social Tables, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that serves the hospitality, events, and catering industries. Founded in 2011 and based in Washington, D.C., the company provides a comprehensive platform that includes sales and catering CRM software, management tools, interactive floor plans, and lead capture services. Its solutions facilitate the booking and management of events for hoteliers and event managers, while also enhancing the connection between sales and operations for caterers. By streamlining the event planning process—covering aspects such as floor plan design, seating chart creation, and guest engagement—Social Tables aims to simplify and enhance the experience for event professionals. The company operates as a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc. since October 2018.

Posiq

Series A in 2014
Posiq, Inc. specializes in technology solutions tailored for the restaurant and hospitality industry, focusing on customer relationship management. The company offers a comprehensive CRM platform that integrates with existing point of sale systems, allowing restaurants to automate the tracking of customer visits and purchasing behaviors. This platform enables restaurant owners to create targeted mobile offers and promotions based on customer data, manage marketing campaigns, and analyze their impact on business performance. Founded in 2011 and located in San Jose, California, Posiq serves a diverse clientele, including restaurant owners, POS resellers, and industry consultants, helping them enhance customer engagement and loyalty through innovative mobile and online solutions.

Viridis Learning

Seed Round in 2014
Viridis Learning, Inc. is an education technology company focused on enhancing workforce education for the middle-skill workforce. The company operates a platform that trains, certifies, and connects middle-skill employees with employers. Through its human capital technology solution, Viridis offers individuals training programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials and job placement opportunities. The platform addresses skill deficiencies by aligning local employer needs with the capabilities of the workforce. Courses offered include Residential Concrete Specialization, Energy Management and Controls, and Advanced Residential Construction Supervisor, among others. By utilizing data analytics, Viridis Learning enables educational institutions to better track student performance and outcomes, thereby improving employment placement rates for graduates. The company is located in New York, New York.

Sphere

Seed Round in 2013
Sphere is pioneering how 360º content gets recorded, distributed, and viewed. The company has 20 pending patents that range from smartphone–based mapping and tracking techniques to bandwidth–sensitive streaming technology for 360º video. Sphere has licensed its software development kit to 60+ brands in 2012, including Samsung, Sony, HomeAway, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and Viator. The company is on track for its Sphere app to be pre-loaded on 67 million devices in 1Q14. Sphere is a team of 10, with most of their team comprised of engineers. Their offices are located in San Francisco, California.

Liftopia

Series D in 2013
Liftopia, Inc. owns and operates a platform, Liftopia.com, which retails ski lift tickets on the Web. It sells lift tickets, rentals, and lessons at various alpine resorts in North America. Its platform enables alpine resorts to sell advance purchase, date specific tickets, rentals, and lessons. Liftopia, Inc. was formerly known as Liftopia Holding Corp. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Traxo

Series A in 2013
Traxo, Inc. is a technology company based in Dallas, Texas, that specializes in itinerary management and loyalty tracking solutions for both corporate and leisure travel. Its platform integrates with travel management and expense management systems to capture off-platform bookings, thereby providing comprehensive visibility into travel activities. Key products include Traxo CAPTURE, which delivers booking data to users' applications; Traxo CONNECT, which aggregates on and off-platform bookings; Traxo FILTER, which automatically captures off-channel corporate travel bookings; and Traxo TRAVELER, which offers itineraries and flight alerts. By enhancing data visibility, Traxo enables corporate travel managers and agencies to effectively track and manage travel activities in real-time, contributing to improved duty of care. The company was founded in 2008.

TripBAM

Venture Round in 2013
tripBAM, Inc. provides an online hotel rate shopping service for corporations, travel agencies, and travelers. It offers TRIPBAM Analytics, a new data service for corporate travel managers. tripBAM, Inc. has a strategic partnership with TrustYou. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Dallas, Texas.

Groupize

Series A in 2013
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.

ID90T

Series B in 2013
"ID90T is revolutionizing airline employee travel by providing online shopping, reservation and ticketing tools, employee-only deals and discounts, and easy-to-implement technology that results in significant cost savings for our airline clients and increased employee satisfaction."

ADARA

Series B in 2013
Adara, the global leader in permissioned data and verified identity, combines the power of global data consortiums to inform its 1 billion digital identities with over 22 billion data elements across 130 countries and serving Global 2,000 customers. Whether informing digital marketing, programmatic advertising, search, identity and verification, or stopping fraud, Adara provides you with more customers, less friction, and better outcomes. For more information, visit us at www.ADARA.com.

Sphere

Seed Round in 2012
Sphere is pioneering how 360º content gets recorded, distributed, and viewed. The company has 20 pending patents that range from smartphone–based mapping and tracking techniques to bandwidth–sensitive streaming technology for 360º video. Sphere has licensed its software development kit to 60+ brands in 2012, including Samsung, Sony, HomeAway, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and Viator. The company is on track for its Sphere app to be pre-loaded on 67 million devices in 1Q14. Sphere is a team of 10, with most of their team comprised of engineers. Their offices are located in San Francisco, California.

Duetto

Series A in 2012
Duetto is a revenue strategy platform tailored for the hospitality industry, offering a suite of cloud applications designed to streamline the complexities of distribution and technology. By providing innovative solutions, Duetto enhances booking conversion, operational efficiency, guest loyalty, and overall revenue for hotels and casinos. The platform leverages dynamic data sources to deliver actionable insights into pricing and demand, empowering clients to forecast trends, set competitive prices, and manage distribution effectively. With a focus on addressing the industry's challenges, Duetto combines hospitality expertise with technological advancements to create a more holistic and profitable revenue strategy for its clients.

Switchfly

Series C in 2012
Switchfly, LLC is a technology company that specializes in travel eCommerce and loyalty program engagement for airlines, hotels, and financial services. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Honolulu and Denver, Switchfly provides a software as a service platform that enables its clients to enhance their travel offerings. Key products include Switchfly Packaging, which allows airlines to bundle flights with ancillary products such as hotels and car rentals; Switchfly Loyalty, which helps travel brands improve customer loyalty through flexible point redemption and personalized rewards; and Switchfly Air, an online booking engine designed to increase airline revenue and direct customer loyalty. By combining a secure architecture with extensive product inventory, Switchfly supports leading brands in delivering comprehensive and engaging omni-channel travel experiences.