Phocuswright’s New Battleground: The Americas

Have you heard of Phocuswright’s new Battleground event series for travel startups? Read on to learn how they are fostering travel innovation and why you should attend in Sunnyvale on September 12.

Responding to the needs of the travel startup community…

Phocuswright are known for their annual conferences that bring together industry experts, leaders and pioneers in the online travel industry.

Responding to feedback from the travel startup community, Phocuswright have tailored a one-day event series for new talent and emerging businesses in travel – at an inclusive price point for founders and entrepreneurs to attend – called Battleground.

Join us in Sunnyvale for Battleground: The Americas

Phocuswright is hosting Battleground: The Americas at Plug and Play Tech Center in Sunnyvale, California Tuesday, September 12. Follow Phocuswright to receive a $50 discount to the event for Travel Massive members.

Showcasing 16 early-stage travel startups

After vetting and combing through hundreds of applications, 16 finalists have been selected to present for the one-day affair. Two winning companies will go on to present at Summit during the Phocuswright Conference in November. Startups to watch and hear from include Ascape, Avisell, AXLE, Flightsayer, GermFalcon, ICM Hub, MyCape, Neirbi Analytics, Redeam, Safely, TraknProtect, Traveling Spoon, Viajala, Waylo, Winding Tree, and Worldpackers are some of the companies.

Jam-packed with ideas and opportunities

Not only will you hear those companies pitch, you’ll also be among a stellar group of judges, panelists and keynote speakers, including:

Sam Shank, HotelTonight
Erik Blachford, TCV
Andrew Jordan, Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Jim Hornthal, Triporati Inc. and Founder, Preview Travel
Chris Hemmeter, Thayer Ventures
Diego Saez-Gil, Bluesmart
Nathan Bobbin, Travelport
Christina Heggie, Jetblue Ventures
Our founder Ian will be broadcasting live on Travel Massive’s Facebook page.

View the full schedule.

Travel Massive members get $50 off the regular price

Our members can score $50 off the regular price ($199) by following Phocuswright on Travel Massive. The ticket price includes access to the entire day, including:

16 innovator pitches
Keynote by Sam Shank, founder of HotelTonight
Business development office hours and meetings in the morning
Networking breaks and cocktail reception
Free access to our state of startups 2017 report

The Phocuswright Innovation Platform

The Phocuswright Innovation Platform is your key to finding startups, new products, partners, investors, essential research and an exclusive group of pioneers. Get assistance to navigate the complex world of travel startups and technology by becoming a member of this extraordinary support system and exceptional network of companies.

Learn more about Phocuswright’s flagship event, The Phocuswright Conference – November 7 – 9, 2017 in Hollywood, Florida.

Thanks to Phocuswright for supporting the Travel Massive community, and good luck to our members at the Battleground.

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