Capital FAQ
Questions founders usually ask before applying
A few practical details on eligibility, review process, confidentiality, and how AI Hospitality Alliance approaches investor matching.
What kinds of companies should apply?
The best fit is companies building software, AI, infrastructure, or tech-enabled services for hospitality, travel, meetings, restaurants, or adjacent categories that clearly serve the sector.
Do I need revenue?
Not always. Revenue helps create stronger investor signal, but the process can still be relevant for earlier-stage companies when the market fit, team, and category alignment are credible.
Do you work with early-stage startups?
Yes. AIHA may review both earlier-stage and growth-stage companies, depending on the company profile and the investor fit available in the network.
Do you guarantee investor introductions?
No. Submission does not guarantee an introduction, meeting, or funding outcome. Every application is reviewed for fit before any follow-up is considered.
Will my information be confidential?
Applications are handled privately and are not published publicly. Founders should still limit confidential information to what is requested at this stage. Additional diligence can be requested later if there is alignment.
Do you charge startups?
The site does not present this as an open marketplace or pay-to-play directory. If program terms evolve later, they will be communicated directly and clearly.
What happens after I apply?
AIHA reviews the submission for sector relevance, stage, traction, and investor fit. If the company looks aligned, AIHA may request more context or make a targeted introduction.
What kinds of investors do you work with?
The network may include travel-focused venture firms, growth investors, generalist firms with sector interest, strategic investors, and ecosystem partners. Specific names are not published here.
Can non-hospitality companies apply if they serve the sector?
Yes. A horizontal or adjacent company can still be relevant if hospitality or travel is a meaningful current market or a clear strategic expansion area.
How long does review take?
Timing varies with application volume and fit. The process is intentionally selective, so not every company will receive a follow-up at the same pace.