The final challenges will be defined with participating companies, but the program is focused on key areas shaping the future of hospitality.
Smarter Hospitality Operations
We are looking for startups helping hotels, hostels, resorts, short-term rentals and accommodation operators reduce manual work, optimise workflows and improve service quality across teams and properties.
Relevant solutions may include:
AI assistants, workflow automation, staff scheduling, housekeeping tools, internal communication, task management, maintenance, back-office automation, process optimisation, smart check-in/check-out and operational platforms.
Improve Tourist Experience
We are looking for startups improving the way guests discover, book, arrive, communicate, experience and return to hospitality brands.
Relevant solutions may include:
Guest communication, personalisation, CRM, loyalty, digital concierge, smart booking journeys, customer support, reviews and reputation, accessibility, gamification, hybrid experiences, local recommendations and post-stay engagement.
Data, Revenue and Predictive Decisions
We are looking for startups that help accommodation operators use data more intelligently, from pricing and occupancy to demand forecasting, sales performance and business planning.
Relevant solutions may include:
Revenue management, dynamic pricing, demand forecasting, predictive analytics, business intelligence, channel performance, upselling, cross-selling, sales optimisation, asset performance and data-driven decision tools.
Sustainability and Resource Efficiency
We are looking for startups helping hospitality companies become more efficient, transparent and sustainable without compromising guest comfort or operational performance.
Relevant solutions may include:
energy management, water efficiency, waste reduction, circular solutions, sustainable procurement, carbon tracking, ESG reporting, smart sensors, resource monitoring, food waste reduction and sustainability engagement tools.