Wayra UK

Wayra UK is the corporate venture arm and accelerator of Wayra, the global open-innovation program of Telefónica. It runs accelerator programs for early-stage technology startups across industries including health care, information technology, cybersecurity, smart transport and smart city, and 5G, providing investment and acceleration support. The unit connects startups with Telefónica’s networks and partners to enable collaboration and scale opportunities, aiming to generate joint business opportunities between innovators and Telefónica. As part of a worldwide network spanning multiple countries, Wayra UK positions itself as a bridge between entrepreneurs and corporate-scale opportunity, facilitating access to capital, mentorship, and business development.

Marta Antunez

Bruno Moraes

Managing Director

Gary Stewart

Director

Kyle Tsai

Investor

Past deals in Ticketing

MotionTag

Series A in 2019
MotionTag develops smartphone-based mobility analytics and pay-as-you-go ticketing solutions for urban and intercity transport. The company uses machine learning on smartphone sensor data to infer when, where, how and why people travel, providing insights that help mobility providers optimize services and create new mobility experiences. Its platform supports automatic payments and integrates with travel apps under a business-to-business model, enabling operators to monetize large user bases. Founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, MotionTag focuses on turning mobile data into actionable intelligence for urban mobility.

Sincola

Pre Seed Round in 2018
SinCola specializes in cloud-based customer management software that enhances the customer experience by transforming traditional queuing systems. The company offers an intelligent queue management platform designed to minimize waiting times and alleviate customer anxiety, resulting in increased satisfaction. SinCola’s solution is paperless, reducing incidents associated with printing tickets, and features API integration that connects with existing legacy systems, enabling seamless data flow and remote ticketing through users' own applications. Additionally, the platform provides real-time statistics and operational reports that help organizations improve efficiency. Customers receive timely updates on their mobile devices, which further mitigates waiting anxiety. SinCola operates in seven Latin American countries, demonstrating significant outcomes such as a 69% reduction in waiting room congestion and a 46% improvement in customer satisfaction.

Recorrido

Seed Round in 2016
Recorrido is an online platform dedicated to long-distance bus travel, offering users the ability to search for, compare, and book bus tickets efficiently. The platform features a built-in rating system that provides accurate information about various travel options, enhancing transparency for travelers. By enabling bus operators of all sizes to showcase their services, Recorrido empowers these companies to monitor and optimize their offerings, ultimately increasing their profitability and efficiency. The platform aims to facilitate smart and affordable mobility solutions for users, making the process of planning and purchasing bus travel more convenient.

AMS

Venture Round in 2015
AMS is a technology and consulting company based in Providencia, Chile, founded in 2009. It specializes in tecno-digital optimization and transformation, offering a range of services including efficient document management and information exchange solutions. AMS provides sales financing, mobility solutions, and motivation leasing, catering to clients in various sectors such as finance, banking, and commerce. Additionally, the company delivers mobile marketing, mobile banking, and mobile ticketing services, focusing on organizations that require high-volume transaction processing. AMS also offers account resolution services, which encompass skip tracing, letter campaigns, calls, warrant roundups, and court recovery programs.

Recorrido

Seed Round in 2015
Recorrido is an online platform dedicated to long-distance bus travel, offering users the ability to search for, compare, and book bus tickets efficiently. The platform features a built-in rating system that provides accurate information about various travel options, enhancing transparency for travelers. By enabling bus operators of all sizes to showcase their services, Recorrido empowers these companies to monitor and optimize their offerings, ultimately increasing their profitability and efficiency. The platform aims to facilitate smart and affordable mobility solutions for users, making the process of planning and purchasing bus travel more convenient.

Usheru

Venture Round in 2015
Usheru is a technology platform that facilitates direct ticketing and marketing data insights for film distributors. By integrating cinema point-of-sale systems with film websites, Usheru allows consumers to easily book tickets while providing film distributors with crucial tools for tracking marketing spend and connecting it to actual ticket purchases. The company offers an insights platform, Usheru Analytics, which provides real-time visibility into the success of marketing campaigns. This enables distributors to understand consumer behavior and build a database of film enthusiasts. Usheru addresses the significant challenge of rising marketing costs in the film industry by offering data-driven solutions and a direct response advertising framework, ultimately fostering stronger connections between film distributors and their audiences.

Cinepapaya

Series A in 2014
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Joinnus

Grant in 2014
Joinnus is an online platform designed to facilitate the creation, promotion, and management of events for organizers and companies. By enabling users to sell tickets and share their events through social media, Joinnus helps maximize attendance and engagement. Organizers can create events in just one minute, allowing them to quickly promote their activities across various channels and tap into viral marketing opportunities. This service not only streamlines the event management process but also fosters connections between organizers and attendees, enhancing the overall experience for participants. Joinnus serves as a vital tool for transforming fans of concerts, shows, parties, and conferences into active promoters of events, ensuring that both organizers and attendees benefit from the platform.

Cityhook

Venture Round in 2014
CityHook is a developer of an innovative platform designed to facilitate airport transfers by helping passengers organize and book their point-to-point transportation. The company offers a consumer website and mobile app that provide independent information on various travel options between airports and major city locations across Europe, with plans for international expansion. CityHook's user-friendly interface presents essential details such as journey time, cost, and drop-off locations in a visually appealing format, making it easier for travelers to select their preferred transport option. In addition to its core offerings, CityHook publishes a suite of applications and tools, including the Teleport app development kit and the Indigo Connect transport booking API, enhancing the overall travel experience through increased accessibility and efficiency.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2014
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Viajala

Convertible Note in 2014
Viajala is a Latin American travel search engine that compares prices from multiple airlines and online travel agencies. It helps users find affordable flights by comparing options across various providers, allowing them to book directly with the provider without additional fees.

Busportal

Grant in 2013
Busportal is a digital platform that enables users to search, compare, and purchase bus tickets from various bus companies in Peru. By addressing the challenges of poor online visibility and limited payment options faced by many bus operators, Busportal offers a comprehensive solution that includes both a direct-to-consumer website and a business-to-business integration for bus companies. The platform caters to both local and international travelers, targeting a wide market segment with diverse bus service offerings. With a focus on enhancing the online travel experience, Busportal capitalizes on the significant number of bus travelers in Latin America and the growing internet accessibility in the region. The company generates revenue primarily through commissions from bus companies for each ticket sold, while also exploring additional revenue streams such as advertising and data reporting services for bus operators. With exclusive partnerships and government agreements, Busportal positions itself as a first mover in the Peruvian market.

Cityhook

Seed Round in 2013
CityHook is a developer of an innovative platform designed to facilitate airport transfers by helping passengers organize and book their point-to-point transportation. The company offers a consumer website and mobile app that provide independent information on various travel options between airports and major city locations across Europe, with plans for international expansion. CityHook's user-friendly interface presents essential details such as journey time, cost, and drop-off locations in a visually appealing format, making it easier for travelers to select their preferred transport option. In addition to its core offerings, CityHook publishes a suite of applications and tools, including the Teleport app development kit and the Indigo Connect transport booking API, enhancing the overall travel experience through increased accessibility and efficiency.

Joinnus

Convertible Note in 2013
Joinnus is an online platform designed to facilitate the creation, promotion, and management of events for organizers and companies. By enabling users to sell tickets and share their events through social media, Joinnus helps maximize attendance and engagement. Organizers can create events in just one minute, allowing them to quickly promote their activities across various channels and tap into viral marketing opportunities. This service not only streamlines the event management process but also fosters connections between organizers and attendees, enhancing the overall experience for participants. Joinnus serves as a vital tool for transforming fans of concerts, shows, parties, and conferences into active promoters of events, ensuring that both organizers and attendees benefit from the platform.

Webcentrix

Seed Round in 2013
WebCentrix S.A., established in 2007 and headquartered in Córdoba, Argentina, specializes in customer service management software. Its primary product is a CRM tool designed to streamline communication across various channels such as Twitter, Facebook, email, web forms, online chat, and phone calls. The platform converts incoming inquiries or complaints into manageable tickets, allowing agents to respond efficiently through the original channel. Notably, WebCentrix offers an integrated chat module at no additional cost for implementation on client websites.

Iamat

Venture Round in 2013
Iamat combines social networking sites, games, methods, tablets, and portable devices. It is based on the idea that an event's sensation continues the instant something happens. This starts with the purchase of tickets and continues until the end of the performance.

Chegue.lá

Seed Round in 2013
Chegue.lá Viagens e Turismo LTDA is an online platform based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the booking of intercity bus tickets and provides comprehensive information about bus schedules and routes. Founded in 2012, the company aggregates data from various bus operators, allowing users to explore route options and perform integrated ticket purchases. Chegue.lá aims to simplify the travel planning process for bus travelers by offering a user-friendly interface that consolidates essential information regarding bus itineraries and pricing. As of February 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Bus Serviços de Agendamento Ltda.

Chegue.lá

Convertible Note in 2013
Chegue.lá Viagens e Turismo LTDA is an online platform based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the booking of intercity bus tickets and provides comprehensive information about bus schedules and routes. Founded in 2012, the company aggregates data from various bus operators, allowing users to explore route options and perform integrated ticket purchases. Chegue.lá aims to simplify the travel planning process for bus travelers by offering a user-friendly interface that consolidates essential information regarding bus itineraries and pricing. As of February 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Bus Serviços de Agendamento Ltda.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2013
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Eventdoo

Convertible Note in 2013
Eventdoo is a collaborative ticketing platform designed to facilitate the creation, promotion, and management of events. The company empowers event organizers, ranging from brands and agencies to individuals planning events from scratch, by providing tools that reduce both attendance and financial risks. Utilizing innovative collaborative commerce features such as crowd-funding and crowd-sourcing, Eventdoo offers long-tail ticketing solutions that support a diverse range of events. This comprehensive platform allows users to effectively market and sell their events, making it accessible for various types of organizers to bring their ideas to life.

Sincola

Convertible Note in 2013
SinCola specializes in cloud-based customer management software that enhances the customer experience by transforming traditional queuing systems. The company offers an intelligent queue management platform designed to minimize waiting times and alleviate customer anxiety, resulting in increased satisfaction. SinCola’s solution is paperless, reducing incidents associated with printing tickets, and features API integration that connects with existing legacy systems, enabling seamless data flow and remote ticketing through users' own applications. Additionally, the platform provides real-time statistics and operational reports that help organizations improve efficiency. Customers receive timely updates on their mobile devices, which further mitigates waiting anxiety. SinCola operates in seven Latin American countries, demonstrating significant outcomes such as a 69% reduction in waiting room congestion and a 46% improvement in customer satisfaction.

Bandtastic

Seed Round in 2013
Bandtastic is a Mexico City-based web platform that operates as a social network and crowdfunding site for music bands. Founded in 2011, it allows fans to vote for their favorite bands to perform in their cities, thereby expressing demand for specific artists. Bands can engage with their audience through the platform, while promoters utilize the data gathered from fan votes to recognize demand and facilitate ticket sales for concerts. This model not only enhances the concert experience for fans but also helps bands and promoters better connect and collaborate in the music industry.

Sincola

Seed Round in 2013
SinCola specializes in cloud-based customer management software that enhances the customer experience by transforming traditional queuing systems. The company offers an intelligent queue management platform designed to minimize waiting times and alleviate customer anxiety, resulting in increased satisfaction. SinCola’s solution is paperless, reducing incidents associated with printing tickets, and features API integration that connects with existing legacy systems, enabling seamless data flow and remote ticketing through users' own applications. Additionally, the platform provides real-time statistics and operational reports that help organizations improve efficiency. Customers receive timely updates on their mobile devices, which further mitigates waiting anxiety. SinCola operates in seven Latin American countries, demonstrating significant outcomes such as a 69% reduction in waiting room congestion and a 46% improvement in customer satisfaction.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2013
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Chasqui Bus

Seed Round in 2012
Easy, flexible and fun Hop On Hop Off Bus Passes through South America. Choose your route and decide when to explore your next destination. Meet fellow travelers, receive accurate information for each destination. Follow South America "Ancient Roads" with our social travel booking solution!

Iamat

Seed Round in 2012
Iamat combines social networking sites, games, methods, tablets, and portable devices. It is based on the idea that an event's sensation continues the instant something happens. This starts with the purchase of tickets and continues until the end of the performance.

Eventdoo

Seed Round in 2012
Eventdoo is a collaborative ticketing platform designed to facilitate the creation, promotion, and management of events. The company empowers event organizers, ranging from brands and agencies to individuals planning events from scratch, by providing tools that reduce both attendance and financial risks. Utilizing innovative collaborative commerce features such as crowd-funding and crowd-sourcing, Eventdoo offers long-tail ticketing solutions that support a diverse range of events. This comprehensive platform allows users to effectively market and sell their events, making it accessible for various types of organizers to bring their ideas to life.

Sourcetour

Seed Round in 2012
Sourcetour is a provider of an online travel portal that focuses on promoting responsible tourism in Latin America. The company operates as an online travel agency and a travel search engine, emphasizing the development of local communities through tourism. By fostering ethical awareness and moral values, Sourcetour aims to create opportunities for job creation and economic growth within these communities. Through its platform, it seeks to connect travelers with sustainable travel options that benefit both tourists and local economies.

Sincola

Seed Round in 2012
SinCola specializes in cloud-based customer management software that enhances the customer experience by transforming traditional queuing systems. The company offers an intelligent queue management platform designed to minimize waiting times and alleviate customer anxiety, resulting in increased satisfaction. SinCola’s solution is paperless, reducing incidents associated with printing tickets, and features API integration that connects with existing legacy systems, enabling seamless data flow and remote ticketing through users' own applications. Additionally, the platform provides real-time statistics and operational reports that help organizations improve efficiency. Customers receive timely updates on their mobile devices, which further mitigates waiting anxiety. SinCola operates in seven Latin American countries, demonstrating significant outcomes such as a 69% reduction in waiting room congestion and a 46% improvement in customer satisfaction.

Cinepapaya

Grant in 2012
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2012
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Bandtastic

Seed Round in 2011
Bandtastic is a Mexico City-based web platform that operates as a social network and crowdfunding site for music bands. Founded in 2011, it allows fans to vote for their favorite bands to perform in their cities, thereby expressing demand for specific artists. Bands can engage with their audience through the platform, while promoters utilize the data gathered from fan votes to recognize demand and facilitate ticket sales for concerts. This model not only enhances the concert experience for fans but also helps bands and promoters better connect and collaborate in the music industry.

Yimup

Grant in 2011
Yimup is an online platform based in Bogota, Colombia, that supports emerging artists in creating and sharing their work. Founded by Bernardo Franco, the platform provides cloud-based services specifically designed for managing musical concerts and facilitating the establishment of online music businesses for artists. Yimup enables musicians to efficiently manage their digital marketing efforts, offering a secure and cost-effective solution for promoting their music and engaging with audiences.
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