Who founded Directbooker?

Directbooker was founded by Sanjay Vakil, George Madrid, Theresa Meyer in 2024.

Who are Directbooker's investors?

Directbooker's investors include Baukunst.

Directbooker

Founded 2024 · 14 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors

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DirectBooker is an AI-native aggregator that connects independent and boutique hotels' inventory and rates directly to AI search platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, integrating through hotels' existing connectivity providers (PMS, channel managers, booking engines). It routes travelers to hotels' own direct booking channels at commissions lower than OTA rates, serving independent hotels in the travel distribution industry.

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Founders & leadership

Directbooker was founded in 2024 by Sanjay Vakil, George Madrid, and Theresa Meyer.

Sanjay Vakil Co-founder & CEOSanjay Vakil is co-founder and CEO of DirectBooker, an AI-native platform connecting independent and boutique hotels' inventory to AI search platforms and their direct booking channels. He has built products across web, mobile, and multiple industries, integrating technical, product, engineering, and data perspectives.

George MadridCo-founder & CTO

Theresa Meyer Co-founder, CPO & COOTheresa Meyer has led product management and operations across B2C and B2B platforms, with experience launching products, managing teams, and overseeing cross-functional operations. She is co-founder and chief product and operations officer of DirectBooker, an AI-native platform connecting independent hotels' inventory to AI search platforms.

Investors · 1

Baukunstlisted by BaukunstCambridge · $500K – $3M

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Founder mafia

2 people who came through Directbooker went on to found or lead other companies.

Steve KauferBoard MemberFounded TripAdvisor Axel BicharaPre-Seed Lead Investor & Board MemberFounded Baukunst

Frequently asked questions

What does Directbooker do?: DirectBooker is an AI-native aggregator that connects independent and boutique hotels' inventory and rates directly to AI search platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, integrating through hotels' existing connectivity providers (PMS, channel managers, booking engines). It routes travelers to hotels' own direct booking channels at commissions lower than OTA rates, serving independent hotels in the travel distribution industry.
Who founded Directbooker?: Directbooker was founded by Sanjay Vakil, George Madrid, Theresa Meyer in 2024.
Who are Directbooker's investors?: Directbooker's investors include Baukunst.