Travel & Hospitality Software Founders Initiative
Founders Network

Travel & Hospitality Software Founders Initiative

For nominated founders · Virtual · 30 min

Nominee Preview Q&A

Thursday, November 19 at 9:30 AM PT

A live Zoom for nominated founders: how Founders Network works, what happens next, and open Q&A.

Guests welcome

Upcoming Travel & Hospitality Software Founders Initiative events

No Travel & Hospitality Software Founders Initiative events open to guests are on the calendar right now. The Nominee Preview Q&A above is the best way to meet us, or browse every upcoming Founders Network event.

Our Leadership Team

Andrew Kao
Sector Chair
Founder, 77SPARX Studio, Inc.
FN April 2023 Cohort

Sector Chair for EdTech (vertical within Consumer (B2C)). Auto-imported.

A Founders Network member speaking at an event

About Travel & Hospitality Software Founders Initiative

Venture funding for travel companies is recovering from its 2023 low, according to Crunchbase News, which said seed through growth-stage financing was on track to continue that recovery in 2025.

Large rounds that year included $220 million for Airalo's Series C and $200 million for TravelPerk's Series E, both software products built for travelers and travel buyers.

600+
Vetted tech founders
$50B+
In exits by members
55%
Serial founders
100+
Events a year

Frequently asked questions

Is travel tech funding recovering?

Crunchbase News reported in 2025 that financing for travel-related companies was on track to continue its recovery from 2023 lows.

Which travel software companies raised large rounds?

Crunchbase News cited Airalo's $220 million Series C and TravelPerk's $200 million Series E among 2025 rounds.

Who is the Travel and Hospitality Initiative for?

It is for founders building apps, marketplaces and B2B software for travel and hospitality who want peer mentorship from other founders.

How do I join Founders Network?

Membership is selective and by invitation. You can request an invitation and our team will review it.

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