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Travel Daily News
6 hours ago
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Juniper Travel Technology acquires RezMagic
Juniper Travel Technology acquires RezMagic, strengthening its cruise event management technology portfolio and expanding innovation across global travel software markets. PALMA, SPAIN – Juniper Travel Technology, a global leader in travel technology solutions, announces the acquisition of RezMagic, a specialized software provider for comprehensive event management with a focus on the cruise vertical. Backed by the unwavering support of their parent company, Juniper Group, this strategic acquisition reinforces Juniper's commitment to delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the travel sector. RezMagic, has built a strong reputation for its cutting-edge event management software, with a particular focus on the cruise industry. Its advanced platform integrates a customer-facing Booking Engine with a powerful back-end management suite. By integrating RezMagic into the Juniper Travel Technology ecosystem, Juniper continues to enhance its specialization, creating synergies that drive efficiency and innovation in the travel software landscape. The acquisition strengthens its position in the cruise sector alongside other specialized solutions already within its portfolio, Juniper continues to expand its suite of technologies to support a dynamic and competitive industry. 'The cruise sector specialized in theme travel and event-based tourism requires highly specialized technology. Entering this sector marks a significant step for Juniper, reinforcing our commitment to delivering the most advanced solutions across all cruise areas' said Juan Mateos Tejedor, CEO at Juniper Travel Technology. 'The union of RezMagic and Juniper allows us to continue supporting businesses in the American market, where RezMagic has a strong presence. We remain highly committed to innovation, providing tourism companies with the tools they need to optimize their operations and deliver exceptional experiences.' 'We are thrilled to join Juniper and become a part of a global family of successful travel technology providers. This partnership will enable us to reach new markets and significantly expand both our product capabilities and distribution network. Joining Juniper secures a long-term home for our product, our team, and—most importantly—our customers. It's a foundation where we can all grow and thrive together. The opportunity to collaborate with other companies within Juniper Group brings tremendous value. It allows us to offer our customers access to industry-leading products and services that go well beyond our core offerings. Onward and upward!', said Mark Brumby, CEO at RezMagic. Juniper Travel Technology has a track record of incorporating innovative travel tech companies into its portfolio to drive market leadership. Juniper continues to shape the future of travel technology, ensuring its Clients remain at the forefront of industry advancements.
Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
CORRECTION: Nextech3D.ai Migrates MAP Dynamics to AWS, Enabling Scalable AI Architecture and Accelerated Deployment
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 30, 2025 / (OTCQB:NEXCF)(CSE:NTAR)(FSE:1SS), a leading technology company specializing in AI-powered 3D modeling, AI Event Management and AI Navigation, announces the migration from liquid web to AWS. This Cloud migration enables faster feature development, better customer experience, and a stronger competitive position in the global AI event technology market. Evan Gappelberg, CEO of comments 'Our investment in AWS is more than a cloud migration-it's the foundation for MAP Dynamics to become an AI-native event platform. With AWS, we can now deploy advanced AI-driven features faster than ever before, enhance real-time performance, and expand globally - all while delivering unmatched reliability and intelligence for our users.' Gappelberg continues 'Our successful migration to AWS is just one part of a broader strategy to optimize operations and position for sustainable, long-term growth. Over the past year, we've made significant progress in managing our financials-reducing our burn rate and improving operational efficiency. As a result, the company is now in a much stronger and more stable financial position, allowing us to invest confidently in our AI roadmap and product innovation.' The successful migration of its flagship MAP Dynamics event management platform to Amazon Web Services (AWS) is designed to accelerate the development of new features, enhance platform reliability, and enable global scalability - positioning MAP Dynamics to deliver exceptional customer experiences and capture increased market share. As event organizers increasingly demand robust, flexible, and feature-rich solutions, investment in AWS provides the foundation to meet those expectations. The migration empowers the company to innovate faster, serve larger events, and compete more effectively with other global providers in the digital event management space. Key AI-Driven Advantages Enabled by the Migration: This migration lays the groundwork for MAP Dynamics' transformation into an adaptive, intelligent event tech platform that not only meets but anticipates organizer needs - from planning through execution. As the demand for smart, flexible, and scalable event solutions continues to rise, partnership with AWS ensures MAP Dynamics remains at the forefront of AI innovation in the digital events space. For more information about the MAP Dynamics platform and technology solutions, please visit: has also renewed its share purchase warrant program, issuing 15,500,351 share purchase warrants (the 'Warrants') to service providers as part of their employment and consulting agreements. Each Warrant grants the right to acquire one common share at an exercise price of CAD$0.05 for a one-year period. The Warrants will be exercised in equal monthly tranches, with recipients able to either receive shares or participate in a managed sale program for cash proceeds. This move demonstrates the company's commitment to rewarding and retaining its talented workforce, while also aligning their interests with the company's long-term success. and Arway remain committed to driving innovation and value creation through strategic acquisitions, operational enhancements, and a relentless focus on delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of their customers. With the success of the Map D, is well-positioned for continued growth in the rapidly expanding AI, 3D modeling, and augmented reality sectors. For more information, visit Sign up for Investor News and Info - Click Here For more information and full report go to For further information, please contact: Evan Gappelberg /CEO and Director 866-ARITIZE (274-8493) Forward-looking Statements The CSE has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Certain information contained herein may constitute 'forward-looking information' under Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as, 'will be' or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results 'will' occur. Forward-looking statements regarding the completion of the transaction are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Nextech will not update any forward-looking statements or forward-looking information that are incorporated by reference herein, except as required by applicable securities laws. has also renewed its share purchase warrant program, issuing 15,500,351 share purchase warrants (the 'Warrants') to service providers as part of their employment and consulting agreements. Each Warrant grants the right to acquire one common share at an exercise price of CAD$0.05 for a one-year period. The Warrants will be exercised in equal monthly tranches, with recipients able to either receive shares or participate in a managed sale program for cash proceeds. This move demonstrates the company's commitment to rewarding and retaining its talented workforce, while also aligning their interests with the company's long-term success. and ARway remain committed to driving innovation and value creation through strategic acquisitions, operational enhancements, and a relentless focus on delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of their customers. With the success of the Map D, is well-positioned for continued growth in the rapidly expanding AI-powered 3D modeling, AI Event Management and AI Navigation. For more information, visit Sign up for Investor News and Info - Click Here For more information and full report go to For further information, please contact: Evan Gappelberg /CEO and Director 866-ARITIZE (274-8493) Forward-looking Statements The CSE has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Certain information contained herein may constitute 'forward-looking information' under Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as, 'will be' or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results 'will' occur. Forward-looking statements regarding the completion of the transaction are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Nextech will not update any forward-looking statements or forward-looking information that are incorporated by reference herein, except as required by applicable securities laws. SOURCE: press release
National Post
5 days ago
- Business
- National Post
TicketManager Aims to Accelerate Category Growth and Innovation with $110M Investment from Valeas Capital Partners
Article content CALABASAS, Calif. — TicketManager, a global leader in event ticket and guest management solutions for the corporate enterprise, today announced Valeas Capital Partners ('Valeas'), a growth-oriented private-equity firm, has acquired a majority stake in the company. Under the terms of the agreement, Valeas is committing $110 million to support TicketManager's strategic growth plans. TicketManager Co-Founder and CEO Tony Knopp and COO Ken Hanscom will retain a minority interest in the Company. Article content Article content Founded in 2007, TicketManager is the category leader in providing software and services to manage end-to-end event ticket workflow and guest experiences. Serving as the central hub and system of record for data-driven organizations, the platform streamlines every step of the ticket management process. Every year, companies spend more than $600 billion on customer entertainment, yet 43% of corporate tickets are never used and fewer than 20% of organizations leverage modern software to optimize those investments and mitigate compliance risk. Article content Implementing best practices in process and technology with TicketManager has a proven ROI driven by eliminating thousands of hours of manual work, boosting utilization of ticket assets by high value customers, elevating guest and employee satisfaction, and providing real-time analytics for C-suite visibility. TicketManager has built the category and is the trusted partner of choice for over 500 of the largest global brands. The platform integrates seamlessly with approximately 400 venues and teams worldwide. Article content 'Live events are an important investment for businesses of all sizes. Whether major global sponsorships, naming rights for stadiums, luxury suites or even a few season tickets for the local team, companies use them to attract and keep customers while building their brands. But in today's market, many companies struggle with growing pressure to show the value of their ticket spending,' said Tony Knopp, CEO and Co-Founder of TicketManager. 'We knew there was a better way, and that's why we created TicketManager – to make company tickets easy and prove the return on investment with cutting edge technology and services.' Article content 'In today's environment where investments into customer entertainment are increasingly viewed as a critical driver of client engagement, businesses are prioritizing measurable returns on investment. TicketManager has established itself as the category leader in its space, helping deliver actionable insights and analytics to businesses that link ticket usage to business outcomes,' said Ed Woiteshek, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Valeas Capital Partners. 'With its innovative platform and strong customer base, we believe TicketManager is well-positioned to capitalize on increasing demand for data-driven event management solutions and look forward to supporting their strategic growth plans.' Article content Mr. Knopp continued, 'Valeas shares our focus on partnership and long-term vision. Their experience scaling high-growth, tech-enabled businesses will be helpful as we execute our growth plan, build the category and scale our company.' Article content The founders of Valeas have a proven track record of partnering with high-quality, tech forward, growth-oriented businesses that are at inflection points in their growth journey. At and prior to Valeas, relevant companies they have partnered with include DoubleClick, CarProof, Deliveroo, Ren and Well. Article content The transaction is expected to close in June 2025. Article content TicketManager is a leading event- and guest-management platform that empowers companies to make client entertainment easy and drive greater return on investment. It offers convenient and simple technology to manage corporate sports and entertainment tickets, create exceptional guest life-cycle experiences, and measure effectiveness. Article content TicketManager is trusted by more than 500 global brands including Verizon, FedEx, Adidas, Anheuser-Busch, and Mastercard. It is an official partner of numerous professional and collegiate sports organizations, including franchises in the National Football League, National Basketball Association, National Hockey League, Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, and programs throughout the National Collegiate Athletics Association. For more information visit Article content Valeas Capital Partners is a San Francisco-based mid-market private equity firm focused on growth-buyout partnerships backing industry-leading management teams. Valeas is developing a concentrated portfolio of growth-oriented, tech-enabled businesses in sectors where its team has deep industry expertise. Leveraging the team's experience as both investors and operators, Valeas seeks to prioritize strong collaboration with portfolio company management teams to create lasting market leaders and value for investors. Valeas focuses on three primary sectors: healthcare, financial services and data & technology. Representative investments include: CINQCARE, Sequoia Financial Group, Baker Tilly, and Ren. For more information visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Article content
Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE's luxury hospitality sector attracts new players
The UAE is rapidly emerging as a global hub for luxury hospitality and high-end events. The demand for smart, space-saving, and premium-looking banquet solutions is growing. Clients are looking for faster execution, unique aesthetics, and high ROI, experts say. 'We believe the market will lean heavily towards customization, efficient space utilization, and eco-friendly yet elegant setups — and we are perfectly positioned to deliver on these trends,' Rajeev Garg, managing director of Anupam Royals, said on the sidelines of the Hotel Show in Dubai, which came to an end on Thursday. The company, which is India's largest and specialized manufacturer of hotels, banquets and catering products, showcased its range of products at the event. 'We aim to introduce a completely new level of innovation in the banquet, hotel, and catering industry through our specially designed instant banquet interior , High- End foldable Food serving counters, and quick-install banquet solutions. Our goal is to build strong collaborations with local businesses and event venues while setting up a dedicated base of operations to serve the Middle East market,' Garg said. The company offers instant banquet interiors that can be installed in just three to five days. 'Unlike traditional vendors, we provide fully modular solutions that are not only stylish but also easy to move and adapt—saving both time and cost for venue owners,' Garg said. The company is focusing primarily on banquet hall owners, hotel chains, catering companies, and large-scale event organizers. 'Additionally, we see strong potential in wedding venues, luxury clubs, and exhibition spaces who are looking for flexible, modern solutions to elevate their customer experience,' Garg said.
Hospitality Net
6 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Jason Bond has been appointed Vice President of Attendee Solutions at Groups360
Groups360, a leading hospitality technology company, today announces the appointment of Jason Bond as Vice President of Attendee Solutions. In this role, Bond will lead efforts to enhance and expand client-facing solutions that improve event efficiency, attendee engagement and ROI for meeting professionals around the world. With over 25 years of experience in the meetings and events industry, Bond brings a wealth of agency-side expertise to the Groups360 team. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President, Enterprise Event Solutions for Prestige Global Meeting Source, a full-service meetings and events management agency. In that role, he worked closely with major enterprise clients to deliver strategic event solutions that aligned with measurable business outcomes. Prior to that, Bond spent more than 11 years as Vice President, Global Accounts at ConferenceDirect, where he managed a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients and developed a reputation for delivering creative, client-centric solutions at scale. Earlier in his career, he served as Managing Director for HOST Event Management and as Manager of Sales & Marketing for the Ontario Tourism Education Corporation, further deepening his experience across the tourism, hospitality and event services landscape. As Vice President of Attendee Solutions, Bond will partner with Groups360 clients to identify opportunities for business improvement and operational growth across their events portfolios. In addition, he will oversee a planned expansion of the organization's group housing solutions, which allow planners and event organizers to create group accommodation sites for events where attendees can book and manage their own hotel reservations, and planners have access to a dashboard to track and manage the room block. Bond's appointment reflects Groups360's continued investment in enhancing its attendee-focused services and reinforces its commitment to delivering technology that transforms the group travel and event planning landscape. For more information, please visit
