Direx, a leading innovator in the African travel and tourism industry, is thrilled to announce its selection as the regional winner for the Middle East and Africa and one of the top 5 finalists in the prestigious Global Startup Pitch, proudly powered by Phocuswright and WebInTravel. This remarkable achievement not only solidifies Direx’s position as a groundbreaking force in the industry but also highlights its commitment to representing Africa on the global stage. This achievement comes shortly after another notable success in June 2023, when Direx was named a finalist in the African Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge 2023, held in Swakopmund, Namibia.
The 2023 Global Startup Pitch is a fiercely competitive competition that attracts startups from around the world, all focused on developing cutting-edge solutions for the travel and tourism sectors. Out of a pool of over 120 exceptional startups, only 25 were chosen to advance to the initial round of the pitch competition. Following an intense and thorough evaluation process, 18 startups, including Direx, emerged as semifinalists.
In the semifinals, these dynamic startups presented their groundbreaking ideas to a distinguished panel of judges. Following spirited deliberation, Direx was among the five standout startups that emerged as winners for various regions and were chosen to proceed to the finals.
The entire Direx team is now eagerly preparing for the upcoming in-person finals, set to take place in the vibrant city of Singapore this October. This significant milestone marks a pivotal moment in Direx’s journey, as it will showcase its innovative solutions on a global stage.
Direx’s CEO, Ibukunoluwa Salau, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are honored to be among the top 5 finalists in the 2023 Global Startup Pitch and to represent the Middle East and Africa in this prestigious competition. Our team has worked tirelessly to develop transformative business management solutions for the African travel and tourism industry, and this recognition affirms our commitment to innovation and excellence. We look forward to the finals in Singapore and are excited to share more updates with our customers, partners, and the industry at large.”
About Direx:
Direx is an all-in-one cloud-based business management solution specifically built for businesses running tourism and hospitality destinations such as museums, galleries, gardens, national parks, zoos and wildlife, cultural centres, etc. Our mission is to enable these businesses to seamlessly adapt to and thrive within the digital landscape while maintaining direct connections with customers and navigating their growth trajectory on their terms. You can find out more on our website: https://getdirex.com
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