by Nicholas Cocks | Oct 7, 2024 | Insights, Trendwatch
Blog by: Nicholas Cocks Earlier this month, HSBC published its Global Travel Trends Report, which sheds light on several key developments in the travel industry. At Velocity Ventures, we’ve been closely following these trends, and we’re excited to share a...
by Patrick Imbardelli | Aug 29, 2024 | Insights
Influencers have become a powerful marketing tool by building trust and authenticity. So how much influence do they have? Micro and nano influencers offer high engagement and cost-effective marketing. So how much does that success translate to cost? Influencer types...
by Jonathon Cocks | Jul 5, 2024 | Fundraising, Insights
Blog by Jonathon Cocks In my previous blog I asked the question “When in the economic cycle is the best time to invest in Venture Capital?”, with past data suggesting that VC funds outperform public markets when funds launch just as public markets are coming off their...
by Nicholas Cocks | Jul 1, 2024 | Insights
Blog by Nick Cocks and Vileh Kumar Rai Artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) are revolutionizing the travel and hospitality industry, transforming how we discover, plan, and book our trips. From personalized recommendations to streamlined...
by Bennett Lee | May 20, 2024 | Insights, Investments
Blog by Bennett Lee, CFA, CAIA and Timothy Tham As venture capitalists specialising in the Travel and Hospitality industry, we have been to many parts of the world in search of innovative start-ups and each region offers unique opportunities and challenges. Over the...
by Patrick Imbardelli | Feb 26, 2024 | Insights, Sustainable Travel
In an era where environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global concerns, the travel and hospitality industry in Southeast Asia is undergoing a conscious evolution towards sustainability. United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) anticipates the...
