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June 5, 2025

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LodgIQ Appoints Alexandra Woolsey as Vice President of Business Development

📈 Alexandra Woolsey appointed as VP of Business Development at LodgIQ on June 5, 2025, in Sunnyvale, CA. LodgIQ, with 550 hotel clients, specializes in AI-driven revenue management in the hospitality sector. Woolsey, with over 10 years in hospitality tech at Groupon and Amadeus, will expand global business development. The company aims to enhance pricing and business intelligence for hotels, with headquarters in Silicon Valley and offices in NYC and Bangalore.
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From Side Project to SaaS? Does Your Tech Deserve a Bigger Stage

💻 Industry insiders in hospitality, like Boom's founders, often create tech to solve internal problems before realizing broader industry potential. Key indicators for commercial viability include addressing industry-wide issues and showing measurable results such as time saved, mistakes reduced, and increased revenue. Transitioning to SaaS requires readiness for customer support, branding, and compliance. Success demands patience and proof of concept, as many start-ups face high failure rates without solid product-market fit and long-term dedication.
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SuiteOp and Cloudbeds Unlock Real-Time Automation for Smarter Hotel Operations

💻 James Filsinger is appointed CEO of VENZA, succeeding Jeff Venza, who becomes Chairman of the Board. Filsinger, formerly of Ponterra, has 20+ years of hospitality tech leadership, including a 35x revenue rise at Yapta and managing $2.5 billion in transactions at Moneydirect. VENZA aims for innovation and client impact under his leadership, focusing on strategic acquisitions for growth. VENZA continues its commitment to cybersecurity and data protection in the hospitality industry.
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1Huddle’s AI Skills Agent Turns Point-of-Sale Data into Customized Training Games

💻 VENZA, a cybersecurity provider for the hospitality industry, has appointed James Filsinger as CEO. Filsinger, formerly of Ponterra Business Advisors, succeeds Jeff Venza, who becomes Chairman of the Board. Filsinger's past achievements include leading Yapta to a 35x revenue increase and managing $2.5 billion in transactions at Moneydirect. His expertise in mergers and acquisitions and leadership will bolster VENZA's growth, innovation, and client impact.
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Blacklane global chauffeur service partners…

🚗 Blacklane and Lucid Group collaborate to expand premium EV transportation in Saudi Arabia. By 2025, Blacklane aims to double operations in key cities like Riyadh and Jeddah. Lucid’s vehicles, including the Lucid Air sedan and Lucid Gravity SUV, will join Blacklane’s service. The partnership will enhance EV charging infrastructure, aligning with Vision 2030. Dr. Jens Wohltorf, Blacklane CEO, highlights the venture's sustainable mobility commitment. Lucid’s Faisal Sultan emphasizes pioneering future mobility in the Kingdom.
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