Skift is a leading name in the global travel industry, serving as the daily homepage and trusted news source for executives. Established in 2012, the company has evolved into a pivotal information and intelligence brand, orchestrating the ever-changing landscape of travel. Based in the United States, Skift operates as a fully distributed, remote organization with a global employee base.
Skift's award-winning team of journalists is dedicated to providing crucial media insights on key travel sectors, with a focus on marketers, strategists, and technologists. Through news, research, conferences, events, exclusive interviews, and strategic sector-focused newsletters, Skift deciphers and defines global travel trends, solidifying its position as the go-to source for travel news within the world’s largest industry.
The company secured a notable $1.10M in its Seed Round investment on 15 May 2013, with contributions from prominent investors such as Lerer Hippeau, Advancit Capital, HIGHLINEvc, Jason Calacanis, Michael Cunniff, Duncan Jennings, Chris Ahearn, Michael Yavonditte, Paul Noglows, and Luke Beatty.