The Vendry

Marketplace for event planning professionals

United States

About The Vendry

The Vendry operates in the event planning and hospitality industry, providing a marketplace and community platform for event professionals. It caters to corporate clients, event planners, and hospitality experts looking to organize various events, from small meetings to large corporate gatherings. The platform allows users to search for and book venues, vendors, and agencies, offering services such as venue recommendations, industry news, networking opportunities, and job listings. This makes it a comprehensive resource for streamlining event planning. The Vendry's business model includes subscription fees for premium services, advertising for increased visibility, and commissions on bookings made through the platform. Its goal is to simplify the event planning process by connecting professionals with the necessary resources in a user-friendly manner.

None, NoneHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$6.3MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Eventbrite and Cvent.
Economic uncertainty may reduce corporate spending on events.
Privacy concerns related to data collection could lead to regulatory challenges.

Differentiation

The Vendry offers a comprehensive marketplace tailored for event professionals.
It provides free RFP tools, exclusive job boards, and networking opportunities.
The platform targets major urban markets like New York City and San Francisco.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid events is driving innovation in event technology.
The rise of AI-driven personalization tools offers more tailored event experiences.
Sustainability in events is becoming a key focus, meeting client demands.