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Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Libro Reports 30% Increase in Revenue for the First Half of 2025
MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Libro, a leading provider of reservation and guest management solutions for the hospitality industry, reported a 30% increase in revenue for the first half of the year, continuing the company's consistent and impressive growth trajectory. The Company expanded its customer base within Canada and the U.S. adding over 400 new merchant locations, including One Eyed Jack, Sushi Taxi, and most notably, Cora, the iconic Québec breakfast and lunch chain of restaurants. Additionally, Libro has entered into a partnership agreement with U.S.-based Heartland, a Global Payments Company, to provide seamless integration with both Genius for Restaurants and the Global Payments' payment network. With over 750,000 customers using Heartland to provide the financial technology to make money, move money, manage employees, and engage their customers, Libro is proud to be the only Guest Experience and Reservation Platform currently integrated with Genius for Restaurants. Libro debuted generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to help restaurant operators customize responses to guest reviews and draft marketing campaigns with minimal effort. Additionally, Libro rolled out its integration with Meta and TripAdvisor, allowing restaurants to incorporate guest reviews from both platforms to gain more online visibility and attract new customers. At the completion of Q2 2025, over 11 million guests have been seated through the Company's platform. Libro's growing appeal and usability in the fine dining category can be reflected in the number of award-winning MICHELIN starred restaurants relying on Libro—including Alentours, Beba, and Tanière³. With a robust pipeline and additional features on the horizon, the Company continues solidifying its position as a leader in restaurant technology solutions. 'Libro is becoming the platform of choice for both independent restaurants and larger hospitality chains that want control over their guest experience and their bottom line,' says Lorne Schwartz, President of Libro. 'The momentum we're gaining with multi-location brands and award-winning restaurants shows that the market is ready for a better, more effective alternative.' About Libro Libro is one of North America's leading online guest experience solutions providing restaurants with an affordable, fully branded solution to fill tables, manage reservations, reduce no-shows, engage customers, and elevate the overall guest experience. The company's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform empowers restaurateurs to control the entire online reservation experience, retain all customer information, and eliminate pricey commission models that often come with third-party reservation sites. Headquartered in Montreal, the Libro reservation platform is utilized at locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe. For more information, visit

National Post
2 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Libro Reports 30% Increase in Revenue for the First Half of 2025
Article content MONTREAL — Libro, a leading provider of reservation and guest management solutions for the hospitality industry, reported a 30% increase in revenue for the first half of the year, continuing the company's consistent and impressive growth trajectory. The Company expanded its customer base within Canada and the U.S. adding over 400 new merchant locations, including One Eyed Jack, Sushi Taxi, and most notably, Cora, the iconic Québec breakfast and lunch chain of restaurants. Article content Additionally, Libro has entered into a partnership agreement with U.S.-based Heartland, a Global Payments Company, to provide seamless integration with both Genius for Restaurants and the Global Payments' payment network. With over 750,000 customers using Heartland to provide the financial technology to make money, move money, manage employees, and engage their customers, Libro is proud to be the only Guest Experience and Reservation Platform currently integrated with Genius for Restaurants. Article content Libro debuted generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to help restaurant operators customize responses to guest reviews and draft marketing campaigns with minimal effort. Additionally, Libro rolled out its integration with Meta and TripAdvisor, allowing restaurants to incorporate guest reviews from both platforms to gain more online visibility and attract new customers. Article content At the completion of Q2 2025, over 11 million guests have been seated through the Company's platform. Libro's growing appeal and usability in the fine dining category can be reflected in the number of award-winning MICHELIN starred restaurants relying on Libro—including Alentours, Beba, and Tanière³. With a robust pipeline and additional features on the horizon, the Company continues solidifying its position as a leader in restaurant technology solutions. Article content 'Libro is becoming the platform of choice for both independent restaurants and larger hospitality chains that want control over their guest experience and their bottom line,' says Lorne Schwartz, President of Libro. 'The momentum we're gaining with multi-location brands and award-winning restaurants shows that the market is ready for a better, more effective alternative.' Article content Libro is one of North America's leading online guest experience solutions providing restaurants with an affordable, fully branded solution to fill tables, manage reservations, reduce no-shows, engage customers, and elevate the overall guest experience. The company's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform empowers restaurateurs to control the entire online reservation experience, retain all customer information, and eliminate pricey commission models that often come with third-party reservation sites. Headquartered in Montreal, the Libro reservation platform is utilized at locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe. For more information, visit Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cora Restaurants Enhances the Guest Experience Offering Online Reservations Powered by Libro
MONTREAL, July 31, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cora restaurants, a Canadian leader in the breakfast scene for over 35 years, is proud to announce their partnership with Libro to offer an online reservation platform. Starting today, guests can now book their table in advance—quickly and easily. This move represents another step forward in enhancing the Cora customer experience, catering to today's demand for convenience, flexibility, and efficiency. The reservation platform is now accessible via the Cora website and directly through Google or Facebook. Guests can choose their preferred Cora location and time slot—all in just a few clicks. "We know our guests lead busy lives. With online reservations, they can now plan their visit with peace of mind, knowing their table is waiting for them when they arrive," says François Lamontagne, Vice President of Finance and Corporate Operations at Cora. The nationwide launch of the reservation platform is a strategic response to evolving consumer habits. Today's guests expect the same digital conveniences in dining as they do when booking a hotel or ordering groceries online. Libro's reservation platform reduces wait times during peak hours, including weekends, holidays, and busy mornings—making visits to Cora more enjoyable for all. "Cora is a Canadian icon, and we're thrilled to support their vision of exceptional hospitality," says Lorne Schwartz, President at Libro. About Franchises Cora Franchises Cora Inc. has over 100 restaurants from coast to coast, making it the largest breakfast restaurant chain in Canada. The company has been in business for more than thirty-five years. To learn more, visit About Libro Libro is one of North America's leading online guest experience solutions providing restaurants with an affordable, fully branded solution to fill tables, manage reservations, reduce no-shows, engage customers, and elevate the overall guest experience. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Abby Chitester, VP Marketing at Libro abby@


Business Wire
31-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cora Restaurants Enhances the Guest Experience Offering Online Reservations Powered by Libro
MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cora restaurants, a Canadian leader in the breakfast scene for over 35 years, is proud to announce their partnership with Libro to offer an online reservation platform. Starting today, guests can now book their table in advance—quickly and easily. This move represents another step forward in enhancing the Cora customer experience, catering to today's demand for convenience, flexibility, and efficiency. The reservation platform is now accessible via the Cora website and directly through Google or Facebook. Guests can choose their preferred Cora location and time slot—all in just a few clicks. 'We know our guests lead busy lives. With online reservations, they can now plan their visit with peace of mind, knowing their table is waiting for them when they arrive,' says François Lamontagne, Vice President of Finance and Corporate Operations at Cora. The nationwide launch of the reservation platform is a strategic response to evolving consumer habits. Today's guests expect the same digital conveniences in dining as they do when booking a hotel or ordering groceries online. Libro's reservation platform reduces wait times during peak hours, including weekends, holidays, and busy mornings—making visits to Cora more enjoyable for all. 'Cora is a Canadian icon, and we're thrilled to support their vision of exceptional hospitality,' says Lorne Schwartz, President at Libro. About Franchises Cora Franchises Cora Inc. has over 100 restaurants from coast to coast, making it the largest breakfast restaurant chain in Canada. The company has been in business for more than thirty-five years. To learn more, visit About Libro Libro is one of North America's leading online guest experience solutions providing restaurants with an affordable, fully branded solution to fill tables, manage reservations, reduce no-shows, engage customers, and elevate the overall guest experience. For more information, visit

National Post
31-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
Cora Restaurants Enhances the Guest Experience Offering Online Reservations Powered by Libro
Article content MONTREAL — Cora restaurants, a Canadian leader in the breakfast scene for over 35 years, is proud to announce their partnership with Libro to offer an online reservation platform. Starting today, guests can now book their table in advance—quickly and easily. Article content This move represents another step forward in enhancing the Cora customer experience, catering to today's demand for convenience, flexibility, and efficiency. The reservation platform is now accessible via the Cora website and directly through Google or Facebook. Guests can choose their preferred Cora location and time slot—all in just a few clicks. Article content Article content 'We know our guests lead busy lives. With online reservations, they can now plan their visit with peace of mind, knowing their table is waiting for them when they arrive,' says François Lamontagne, Vice President of Finance and Corporate Operations at Cora. Article content The nationwide launch of the reservation platform is a strategic response to evolving consumer habits. Today's guests expect the same digital conveniences in dining as they do when booking a hotel or ordering groceries online. Libro's reservation platform reduces wait times during peak hours, including weekends, holidays, and busy mornings—making visits to Cora more enjoyable for all. Article content 'Cora is a Canadian icon, and we're thrilled to support their vision of exceptional hospitality,' says Lorne Schwartz, President at Libro. Article content Franchises Cora Inc. has over 100 restaurants from coast to coast, making it the largest breakfast restaurant chain in Canada. The company has been in business for more than thirty-five years. To learn more, visit Article content Article content Article content