
Act with integrity

Strive to be objective

Promote connectedness

Embrace and respect the industry

Be authentic and trustworthy

Represent diversity through choice
ExploreTECH is the leading digital marketplace tailored for the vibrant hospitality industry. Our platform empowers professionals to effortlessly discover, compare and procure cutting-edge hospitality technology solutions. Leveraging advanced AI search capabilities, users gain valuable insights for informed decision-making, while providers enhance their market presence and boost lead generation.
With our “digitization is key” approach and belief that “one size doesn’t fit all,” we help the hospitality industry to:
Whether local or global, large or small, ExploreTECH helps hospitality technology providers to:
Act with integrity
Strive to be objective
Promote connectedness
Embrace and respect the industry
Be authentic and trustworthy
Represent diversity through choice
As industry veterans, we’ve seen it all: the long hours spent on research, the tricky negotiations, the struggle to find unbiased information, and the headache of solutions that don’t smoothly integrate with existing systems.
Mona Faraj
Co-Founder & CEORalph Melis
Co-Founder & COOWasiq Ghaznavi
Co-Founder & CTOVicky Varfis
Principal Consultant Partnership & AffiliationsSarah El Nahass
Marketing & Events ManagerFiona Mosca
Content ManagerAntoine Medawar
Seed Investor & ChairmanAlanoud Tahlawi
Seed Investor & Board MemberDani Onise
Seed Investor & Board MemberExploreTECH’s journey is marked by innovation and growth. Founded by Mona Faraj and Ralph Melis, ExploreTECH was established to help hospitality industry professionals source, compare, and procure technology solutions. Since launching in 2021, our platform has quickly become a leading digital marketplace in the Middle East and Africa.
In today’s fast-moving hospitality industry, ExploreTECH is your catalyst for innovation and progress. When time, staffing, and budget constraints make decisions harder, technology becomes the key to unlocking efficiency and growth. But choosing the right solution means keeping up with constant change, from emerging trends to evolving operations. ExploreTECH simplifies that journey. More than a sourcing platform, we’re your central hub for hospitality technology, delivering clear, accessible information and connecting you with the right solutions and providers. From operations and revenue management to guest experience and marketing, ExploreTECH empowers hospitality professionals across the globe to make smarter, faster decisions, and shape a stronger, tech-enabled future.