Me Protocol wins Tectris.vc Web3 in travel accelerator at CV Summit 2024

Me Protocol, a pioneering platform in the travel rewards industry, has been announced as the winner of the Tectris.vc Web3 in Travel Accelerator Program during the CV Summit 2024 in Zug, Switzerland.

This achievement highlights Me Protocol’s innovative role in revolutionizing the travel rewards economy through Web3 technologies, marking a significant milestone for the startup and the broader industry.

The announcement came after a competitive selection process that included hundreds of startup applications from around the world.

The Tectris.vc jury, made up of leading industry experts, chose Me Protocol for its cutting-edge solution: an Open Rewards Layer for the Travel Economy.

The platform’s approach offers a new way of thinking about loyalty programs, allowing rewards to be seamlessly shared and redeemed across industries, with a particular focus on the travel sector.

Why Me Protocol stood out

Beat Blaser, co-founder of Tectris.vc, praised the startup’s forward-thinking approach, stating,

Travel is the holy grail of rewards. The selection committee of Tectris was deeply impressed by Me Protocol’s visionary approach to become a global clearinghouse for rewards. Their deep tech and unique value in the travel sector make them a true disruptor, with the potential to revolutionize traditional rewards models.

Me Protocol’s solution, powered by Web3 technologies, aims to make travel rewards more accessible and efficient for all stakeholders within the travel economy.

The platform’s focus on interoperability and leveraging blockchain technologies opens up new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.

Expanding travel rewards with Web3

Robert Wesley, CEO and co-founder of Me Protocol, expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying, “We are absolutely thrilled to have won this exciting multi-stage competition.

The prize money will help us scale our advanced technologies, enabling travel brands to compete in the rewards space more effectively.

But the real validation comes from the support and recognition by industry veterans, and we’re deeply thankful to Tectris for their tailored approach to backing our go-to-market strategy.”

As part of the win, Me Protocol will receive $100,000 in cash and a share of the $150,000 Camino Network Token grant.

This funding will accelerate the startup’s development, allowing it to scale operations and continue innovating within the rewards economy.

A promising future in Web3 and travel

Luca De Giglio, another co-founder of Tectris.vc, commended the Me Protocol team:

Huge props to Robert Wesley and the team for their outstanding work. Me Protocol is revolutionizing how people use travel rewards, and we’re thrilled to support their mission to transform the travel rewards landscape.

This victory is a clear indication of Me Protocol’s potential to reshape how travel rewards are earned, shared, and redeemed.

The startup’s partnership with the Camino Network, a blockchain designed for the travel industry, ensures that their solution remains scalable and secure as they continue to expand.

With the support of Tectris.vc, Me Protocol is positioned to become a leader in the travel rewards sector, providing businesses with innovative tools to engage customers and offering consumers more flexible ways to use their rewards.

As the world of Web3 and travel continues to intersect, Me Protocol’s cutting-edge solution could very well be the future of the rewards economy.

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