Pilot Programs for
Startup Traction

Turn real-world deployments into data, revenue, and investor-ready proof

Why Pilots Accelerate Growth

Hospitality-tech becomes credible when it performs inside a live operational environment. Pilots are the fastest way to validate assumptions, generate measurable impact, and convert early interest into real traction.

Proxenia’s pilot framework supports founders who need structured deployment, clear KPIs, and a defined pathway to expansion within hotels, resorts, restaurant groups, venues, and attractions.

Who Pilots Are For

Early-stage to growth-stage founders ready to:

  • Test in live hospitality environments with real operators

  • Validate ROI, usability, and workflow integration

  • Produce case studies, KPIs, and investor-ready traction data

  • Convert pilots into contracts, expansions, and long-term opportunities

How a Proxenia Pilot Works

Intake & Readiness Review
We assess your MVP, operational requirements, and deployment constraints to ensure the pilot sets you up for success—not overwhelm.

Strategic Matchmaking
You are paired with operators experiencing the exact problem your solution addresses. Together we scope the pilot with aligned expectations and KPIs.

Deployment & Support
Over 6–12 weeks, your product enters a real property or multi-unit environment. Proxenia coordinates structure, communication, and KPI tracking so you can stay focused on value delivery.

Traction Review & Expansion Path
At the close, we compile before/after data, usage feedback, and operational insights. Strong pilots progress to expansion or introductions across the region.

What Founders Gain

  • Real Validation — Replace assumptions with measurable results in real operations.
  • Sharper Product Decisions — Live workflows reveal what needs refinement and what resonates with staff and guests.
  • Conversion Assets — Case studies, KPIs, testimonials, and data that drive investor confidence and enterprise sales.
  • Expansion Potential — Strong pilots can lead to multi-property rollouts or new introductions across the region.

Where Pilots Fit in the Proxenia Journey

Tier 2 – Development & Validation
Early pilot tests begin as founders gather hard data and refine core assumptions.

Tier 3 – Traction & Funding
Pilots scale across properties, producing the evidence investors and enterprise buyers look for.

Tier 4 – Scaling & Sustainability
Mature ventures leverage pilots as the foundation for enterprise deals, channel partnerships, and structured growth.

Example Founder-Focused Pilot Goals

  • Test pricing and contract structure under real operational conditions
  • Measure uplift in speed, accuracy, efficiency, and staff adoption
  • Create referenceable case studies for enterprise sales
  • Validate integration requirements and technical readiness
  • Generate data that sharpens product roadmap and investor narrative

How Operators Fit Into the Pilot Model

Operators aren't passive participants—they’re strategic partners in validating the next generation of hospitality innovation. Proxenia works with hotels, resorts, restaurant groups, venues, and attractions to design pilots that address urgent operational challenges while maintaining low risk.

What Operators Gain

  • Targeted innovation aligned with operational priorities
  • A low-risk, structured pilot environment
  • Clear KPIs and before/after metrics for decision-making
  • Proxenia’s coordination and support throughout the pilot
  • Early access to emerging hospitality technology solutions

Why This Matters for Founders

A strong operator partnership accelerates traction far faster than demos or beta users. When operators are aligned on outcomes—and Proxenia manages the structure—you gain:

  • Faster, tighter learning cycles
  • Cleaner and higher-quality performance data
  • Credible case studies and customer validation
  • Higher likelihood of multi-unit expansion

Founders and operators ultimately share one goal: clarity, impact, and results that prove the solution is ready for scale.

Ready to Run a Pilot?

If you’re prepared to test your solution in a live hospitality environment and generate meaningful traction, Proxenia’s pilot framework is your next step.

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