{"id":689797,"date":"2022-09-28T09:33:02","date_gmt":"2022-09-28T13:33:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/expedia-group-launches-open-world-accelerator-to-unlock-innovation-in-the-travel-industry-and-empower-startups-to-build-new-capabilities-on-its-platform\/"},"modified":"2022-09-28T09:33:02","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T13:33:02","slug":"expedia-group-launches-open-world-accelerator-to-unlock-innovation-in-the-travel-industry-and-empower-startups-to-build-new-capabilities-on-its-platform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/expedia-group-launches-open-world-accelerator-to-unlock-innovation-in-the-travel-industry-and-empower-startups-to-build-new-capabilities-on-its-platform\/","title":{"rendered":"Expedia Group Launches Open World\u2122 Accelerator to Unlock Innovation in the Travel Industry and Empower Startups to Build New Capabilities on its Platform"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>        <!--.bwalignc { text-align: center; list-style-position: inside }\n.bwlistdisc { list-style-type: disc }body {font:normal small Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#000;background-color:#fff;padding:24px;margin:0;} a img {border:0;} h3 {font-size:medium;color:#000;margin:0 0 1em 0; text-align:center;}-->  <\/p>\n<p class=\"bwalignc\"><b>Expedia Group Launches Open World\u2122 Accelerator to Unlock Innovation in the Travel Industry and Empower Startups to Build New Capabilities on its Platform<\/b><\/p>\n<p>SEATTLE&#8211;(<a href=\"http:\/\/www.businesswire.com\">BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)&#8211;<br \/>\nToday, <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2F&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Expedia+Group&amp;index=1&amp;md5=c88ea6bdf8df213b119fed3557feb618\">Expedia Group<\/a> launches <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2Fopen-world-accelerator&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Open+World%26%238482%3B+Accelerator&amp;index=2&amp;md5=bdf41138e6bf0634242ea9a4fb6bcf32\">Open World\u2122 Accelerator<\/a>, an initiative that builds on its <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2Finvestors%2Fnews-and-events%2Ffinancial-releases%2Fnews%2Fnews-details%2F2022%2FExpedia-Group-Unveils-New-Strategy-to-Serve-Travelers-Partners-and-the-Industry%2Fdefault.aspx&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Open+World+vision&amp;index=3&amp;md5=f4e8668e566c386f3f2609457adc1af0\">Open World vision<\/a> to power partners of all sizes with the technology and supply needed to thrive in the travel market. This new initiative is designed to advance innovation in the travel industry, by supporting startups and small and medium sized business (SMBs) to fast-track their growth and innovate on Expedia\u2019s purpose-built technology platform.\n<\/p>\n<p>\nAimed at entrepreneurs globally, the first program launching today focuses on empowering startups and SMBs working to increase access for underserved travelers, tying into Expedia Group\u2019s <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2Finvestors%2Fnews-and-events%2Ffinancial-releases%2Fnews%2Fnews-details%2F2022%2FExpedia-Group-Launches-New-Global-Social-Impact--Sustainability-Strategy%2Fdefault.aspx&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Open+World%26%238482%3B+social+impact+and+sustainability+strategy&amp;index=4&amp;md5=e733fc52bd03c3ef58bfa784734a4347\">Open World\u2122 social impact and sustainability strategy<\/a> and focus on democratizing the travel economy. Next year, Open World Accelerator initiative will launch an additional program focused on co-developing new capabilities.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u201cTravel is an economic driver for many communities around the world, but it\u2019s a complex industry to enter and to innovate scalable products that address specific traveler needs. This is why our Open World vision is so critical to our desire to put the traveler first,\u201d said Archana Arunkumar, Senior Vice President of Platform. \u201cExpedia Group\u2019s mission is to power travel for everyone, everywhere. Open World Accelerator is specifically designed to drive innovation in the industry, remove barriers to travel, and enable startups and SMBs to build capabilities on Expedia\u2019s Open World\u2122 technology platform that significantly improve the experience for every traveler.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p><b>How the program works<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\nThe first Open World Accelerator program focuses on startups and SMBs working on making the travel industry more open and accessible. Each program will include a six-month curriculum for selected companies, providing them with a wide range of resources to speed up their growth. This includes business and technology development support, access to Expedia Group and wider travel industry experts for mentorship and coaching, participation in industry networking events, access to Expedia Group platform and products, and a non-equity grant.\n<\/p>\n<p><b>How to apply<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\nStart-ups and SMBs globally are welcome to <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2Fopen-world-accelerator&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=apply+online&amp;index=5&amp;md5=41c511b1f0f1a8453d3eadbc0a25ba20\">apply online<\/a> to join the first Open World Accelerator program from today until 21<sup>st<\/sup> October if they meet the following criteria:\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bwlistdisc\">\n<li>\nWorking to make the travel industry more open and accessible\n<\/li>\n<li>\nCurrently have at least a minimum viable product (MVP)\n<\/li>\n<li>\nWere founded less than 10 years ago\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nA judging panel from across Expedia Group will review the applications to select the participating companies, who will then join the program kick starting in January 2023.\n<\/p>\n<p>\nFor more information on Open World Accelerator program, including how to apply and terms and conditions, please visit: <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2Fopen-world-accelerator&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.expediagroup.com%2Fopen-world-accelerator&amp;index=6&amp;md5=5d27056f9fe4135564a3cfb119ab4301\">www.expediagroup.com\/open-world-accelerator<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>About Expedia Group<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\nExpedia Group, Inc. companies power travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. Our organization is made up of three pillars: Expedia Product &amp; Technology, focused on the group\u2019s product and technical strategy and offerings; Expedia Brands, housing all our consumer brands; and Expedia for Business, consisting of business-to-business solutions and relationships throughout the travel ecosystem. The Expedia Group family of brands includes: Expedia\u00ae, Hotels.com\u00ae, Expedia\u00ae Partner Solutions, Vrbo\u00ae, trivago\u00ae, Orbitz\u00ae, Travelocity\u00ae, Hotwire\u00ae, Wotif\u00ae, ebookers\u00ae, CheapTickets\u00ae, Expedia Group\u2122 Media Solutions, CarRentals.com\u2122, and Expedia Cruises\u2122.\n<\/p>\n<p>\nFor more information, visit <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.expediagroup.com%2F&amp;esheet=52928407&amp;newsitemid=20220928005307&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.expediagroup.com&amp;index=7&amp;md5=f68c3f4e5df987a070f2d77a2de3ea39\">www.expediagroup.com<\/a>. 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