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Reeco Raises $15M Series A Round to Modernize Hotel Procurement with AI-Driven Procure-to-Pay Platform

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Funding will drive Reeco’s strategic growth initiatives as it streamlines back-of-house operations for North American hotels

MIAMI, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reeco, the leading AI-driven procure-to-pay platform for the hospitality industry, announced today it has secured $15 million in Series A funding. This investment will fuel the company’s strategic growth initiatives, including the accelerated advancement of the Reeco platform. The solution frees the industry’s back-of-house teams from Excel sheets, punchout systems, and GL coding with a unified system that seamlessly integrates every critical function. Users can purchase from any contracted vendor in just a few clicks and receive goods in record time, manage recipes to track real-time food costs, and automate inventory audits and invoicing. The Series A funding builds on a $10 million seed round, bringing Reeco’s total funding to $25 million

“This Series A funding reflects strong investor confidence in our vision to revolutionize procurement in the hospitality space,” said Henrik Shimony, co-founder and CEO of Reeco. “We’re witnessing unprecedented demand as operators recognize that modernizing their procurement and back-of-house operations is no longer optional — it’s essential to remain competitive in today’s market. With this funding, we’re enhancing our platform development to meet growing demand, expanding our technological capabilities while maintaining the exceptional service our customers rely on to transform their operations.”

The round was led by Aleph VC, with participation from Net Capital Ventures and Joule Ventures. The funding will support research and development, customer acquisition, the scaling of sales and marketing teams, and the delivery of new platform features.

“Reeco benefits from a charismatic founding team with deep domain expertise and a strong pull from the market,” said Tomer Diari, general partner at Aleph. “It’s already demonstrated strong product-market fit and is positioned to transform one of the largest sectors in our economy. We are highly impressed by what the Reeco team has accomplished and are excited to partner with them and support their journey.”

Reeco Builds on Record Growth as 2025 Begins

The hospitality industry has long relied on manual procurement processes and legacy systems that result in a cascade of challenges, including unreliable data, volatile pricing, ineffective inventory management, and fractured vendor relationships, which hold hospitality companies back from achieving operational peak performance for their stakeholders. The industry clearly needs a modern, transformative solution to move forward.

Reeco’s AI-driven procure-to-pay platform eliminates these challenges by unifying procurement and receiving, inventory, recipe management, and accounts payable into a single system to save tremendous time and costs. Users can purchase food and supplies based on real-time pricing and with one cart, integrating all their preferred suppliers. Teams can use the AI-powered smartphone app to quickly receive and audit inventory, scanning bottles for accuracy and cutting counting time by 50 percent. Food and beverage teams can build and manage recipes with the AI-powered ingredient database; they connect recipes with point-of-sale systems to reveal real-time food costs and identify cost-saving opportunities. The accounts payable solution automates GL coding based on the property’s coding patterns and syncs with AP’s preferred accounting system. The platform brings unprecedented efficiency to every step of the process and transforms how hospitality companies manage their operations.

“Reeco is the only platform that connects purchasing, receiving, recipe management, inventory control, and accounts payable,” said Omri Shalev, co-founder and CTO at Reeco. “By using these modules on the Reeco platform, hotels can finally eliminate data silos, ditch their Excel spreadsheets, and stop toggling between supplier portals and paper forms. Gone are the days of manual data entry, scattered paper trails, and jumping between multiple supplier websites. Any team member — from executive chefs to controllers — can quickly master the system and start optimizing their operations immediately.”

In less than two years, Reeco has achieved an 800% adoption growth rate, transforming operations for hundreds of customers, from full-service resorts to select-service properties.

“Before Reeco, I spent more than 20 years managing a disorganized and time-consuming procurement process that involved Excel sheets, calling our suppliers, checking our emails,” said Brian Archibald, Executive Chef at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, an Autograph Collection Hotel. “Reeco has completely changed how we operate. Hotel procurement, inventory auditing, recipe management — it’s all on one customized, consistent, and dependable platform that saves me and my team so much time and money, allowing me to spend more time being creative and less time chasing vendors.” 

Leading hotel operators Vision Hospitality, OTH Hotels Resorts, and Scarlett Hotel Group credit Reeco with improving profit margins and operational efficiency in purchasing, housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance and engineering.

“Reeco has completely modernized our accounts payable processes and saves us significant dollars in both operating costs and labor,” said Arlene McCullough, senior vice president of accounting at Vision Hospitality Group. “Before, our properties struggled with GL coding and managing blind spots across back-of-house operations. With Reeco, GL coding is automated. I have real-time visibility into spend, at the property and department level, without having to waste time and money searching for answers. Reeco’s AI and leading-edge technology improves efficiencies and drives margins across your portfolio. In today’s ultra-competitive marketplace, Reeco is a must-have.”

Founding the Future of Hotel Procurement

Reeco was born from the unique insights of Henrik Shimony and Omri Shalev. Shimony’s deep experience managing his family’s hotel operations and Shalev’s software engineering expertise from roles at Microsoft and Samsung revealed a critical gap: while consumer shopping had embraced digital solutions, hotel procurement was stuck in the past.

“Managing a hotel’s six-figure purchases with outdated tools made no sense,” Shimony said. “I could shop for groceries at home with the best tech available, but at the hotel, I was managing purchases in the hundreds of thousands with little technology or tracking. From select-service hotels to a full-service property, the purchasing processes are stuck in the past. That realization inspired us to build Reeco — a platform that gives hotels the same efficiency and transparency available in consumer shopping and so much more.”

About Reeco

Reeco is the leading AI-driven procure-to-play platform for the hospitality industry, transforming how hotels manage procurement, inventory, and accounts payable. As the only provider to bring purchasing, receiving, recipe management, inventory control, and accounts payable functionality together on one seamless platform, Reeco eliminates manual processes, streamlines operations, and empowers teams to focus on what they do best. By connecting every aspect of procurement and back-of-house operations, Reeco helps operators cut costs, increase efficiency, and improve profit margins. For more information, visit https://www.reeco.io/.

About Aleph VC

Aleph is a venture capital fund focused on partnering with great Israeli entrepreneurs to build large, meaningful companies and impactful global brands. Founded in 2013, Aleph is a partnership of Michael Eisenberg, Eden Shochat, Yael Elad, and Tomer Diari, with $850M under management. For more information about Aleph, visit https://www.aleph.vc/.

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Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More Ends 2024 With Steady Growth and Major Innovations

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Big Frog celebrates a year of progress with five new locations, the launch of an e-commerce solution and additional initiatives to enhance franchisee success nationwide.

DUNEDIN, Fla.  , Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, a leader in custom apparel franchising with over 75 locations across the U.S., is celebrating a successful 2024 full of new initiatives and growth.

“Our focus in 2024 was on launching and refining our new point-of-sale system, a critical investment in the future of our franchisees,” said Tina Bacon-DeFrece, founder and CEO of Big Frog. “This initiative laid the foundation for even greater success as we continue to enhance operations and support our stores.”

Revenue growth for the year was approximately 5%, supported by robust digital marketing efforts and the introduction of Big Frog’s Success Program, which encourages franchisees to engage more actively in marketing planning. Stores that followed their plans closely experienced notable growth, showcasing the program’s potential.

Five new franchise locations opened in 2024, including exciting expansions into Stockton, California, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Although two additional locations were delayed due to permitting issues, they are set to open in early 2025.

“This year marked exciting expansion for Big Frog, including our first locations in Northern California and New Mexico,” said Bacon-DeFrece. “Our growth strategy, under the leadership of our new chief development officer, David Braun, is heavily focused on leveraging broker networks, digital initiatives, public relations, and organic search. It really has ignited interest across the country in our brand. We’re thrilled to expand into new regions while also strengthening our presence in areas like Florida, where local support is right in our backyard.”

Complementing these development efforts have been Big Frog’s existing franchisees, which have proven to be an excellent referral source and point of validation for prospective owners interested in the brand.

“We’ve refined our process over the years and now set up formal calls, which have been really nice for candidates because it sets expectations and dedicated times for them to speak one-on-one with our franchisees,” Bacon-DeFrece said. “That’s really made the validation process a lot easier for everyone since there is less back and forth.”

Big Frog is also taking a major step forward in leveraging technology to enhance its services and support franchisees. This year, the company focused on developing an innovative e-commerce platform that combines the convenience of online shopping with the personal touch of local fulfillment, setting the stage for its beta launch.

“Our e-commerce initiative has been one of the most exciting projects for Big Frog this year,” said Bacon-DeFrece. “We’re in the process of launching a national platform where customers can design and purchase custom apparel online, with fulfillment handled by our local stores. A key priority for us is ensuring fair revenue distribution across all locations, so every franchisee benefits whether they’re in a major metro area or a smaller market.”

In custom apparel trends, the brand saw increased demand for high-end corporate products like Carhartt and North Face items, as well as continued interest in promotional products. These offerings cater to clients seeking premium-quality branded merchandise.

“We now have access to a lot of those types of blank apparel to decorate,” said Bacon-DeFrece. “Our B2B customers really like that they get some really high end products, either for corporate gifts or for their team.”

Looking ahead to 2025, Big Frog aims to achieve double-digit revenue growth for its stores while exploring advancements in artificial intelligence to simplify store operations. The e-commerce solution, once fully launched, is expected to play a pivotal role in boosting franchisee revenue.

ABOUT BIG FROG CUSTOM T-SHIRTS & MORE:
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Dunedin, Florida, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts and More, Inc. is an international franchise system with over 75 independently owned and operated stores serving consumers and businesses across the U.S. and Canada. Big Frog specializes in direct to garment printing (DTG) and is a one-stop shop for all custom apparel decorating techniques, as well as branded promotional products. Big Frog offers free design help, no minimums, no art/setup fees, and fast turnaround. Find a store at BIGFROG.COM, U.S. franchise opportunities at BIGFROGFRANCHISE.COM, Canadian franchise opportunities at BIGFROG.CA, and Big Frog on YouTube.

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New Website Helps Consumers Navigate an Important Battery Choice for their EV or Hybrid Vehicle

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East Penn has developed a new website to help navigate through the new ways batteries are being used in EV and Hybrid vehicles.

LYON STATION, Pa., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — East Penn has developed a new website to help navigate through the new ways batteries are being used in EV and Hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are more complex with different battery voltage systems within the same vehicle. They use both lithium and lead battery solutions, which are dependent on each other to operate a vehicle.

The lithium batteries that power the high voltage system are designed by the automotive manufacturer and most likely last for the life of the vehicle. However, the battery for the low voltage system will eventually need to be replaced. Making the right choice when replacing the 12-volt battery will protect both voltage systems. The battery that’s chosen could either enhance or hinder the overall performance and safety of the EV or Hybrid vehicle over time.

Traditional vehicles use a 12-volt battery to start the engine and to stabilize the electronics. Electric and Hybrid vehicles use the 12-volt battery for all types of safety critical and auxiliary power reasons. Here are a few:

Start-stop functions in micro hybridsStarting assistPowering cabin accessoriesSteer-by-wire power backupBrake-by-wire power backupOther smart controls or enhanced functions

It is more important than ever that the consumer understands the capabilities of the replacement battery for their EV or Hybrid. Battery manufacturers and distributors are beginning to designate their products so that the consumer has the reassurance that they have the right type of replacement battery to meet these safety-critical demands. East Penn has designated its Deka Intimidator line of AGM batteries with the EHP symbol that stands for Electric Hybrid Performance to help give the consumer added reassurance. It’s also important to note, that these lead batteries have achieved the highest Recycled Content (98%) Environmental validation from UL further accrediting them as one of the most sustainable products in the world.

East Penn is a leading manufacturer of high-quality lead batteries and accessories for the automotive, commercial, marine, motive power, UPS, and telecommunication markets. The company’s quality and environmental systems for its entire 520-acre complex have been certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO/TS 16949:2016, and ISO 14001:2015 requirements. To learn more about the company visit https://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com. To learn more about the power you have to recycle visit https://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com/power2recycle.

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Joel Brady, East Penn Manufacturing, Co., 1 610-682-6361 2740, jbrady@dekabatteries.com, https://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com/

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Get Covered Welcomes Dharmesh Shroff as VP of Engineering

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NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Get Covered, a leading renters insurance technology company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dharmesh Shroff as VP of Engineering. Dharmesh brings over 18 years of experience driving technology innovation in the PropTech space, where he has consistently delivered scalable platforms and seamless integrations.

“We are excited to welcome Dharmesh to the Get Covered family,” said CEO, Brandon Tobman. “His deep expertise in building robust integrations and API ecosystems will be instrumental as we continue to redefine the renter’s insurance experience for our customers and partners and expand our offering.”

Proven Expertise in Technology Leadership

Dharmesh joins Get Covered following a distinguished career that includes serving as SVP of Engineering at Entrata and other leading Property Management Systems companies. “I’m excited about the opportunity to bring transformative technology to the insurance industry, much like I did in the PropTech space,” Dharmesh said. “The parallels between PropTech and InsurTech—both dealing with highly fragmented data and the need for seamless integrations—make this an exciting new challenge.”

Vision for the Future

As VP of Engineering, Dharmesh aims to enhance the customer experience by advancing real-time data integration, incorporating AI-driven capabilities for smarter interactions, and setting new standards for API security and interoperability. His goal is to help create a highly adaptable integration framework that empowers partners and developers while delivering faster, more personalized insurance solutions.

“APIs are more than just tools; they’re the backbone of connected, smarter customer experiences,” Dharmesh explained.

Building on a Culture of Excellence

In addition to his technical expertise, Dharmesh is known for his leadership in building world-class engineering teams. At Pattern he hired over 95 employees across development roles, while at Entrata, he built a robust operation which grew to over 800 employees.

“Attracting and retaining top talent starts with creating a culture of innovation, ownership, and growth,” Dharmesh said.

Dharmesh’s leadership style is also influenced by his commitment to mindfulness, which helps him stay empathetic, focused, and resilient in high-pressure situations.

About Get Covered

Get Covered is revolutionizing the renters insurance industry with cutting-edge technology that simplifies the insurance process for tenants, landlords, and property managers. By combining innovative solutions with a customer-centric approach, Get Covered is setting a new standard for insurance technology.

For more information about Get Covered and its leadership team, visit www.getcovered.io

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