Thirteen startups competed in Amplify’s business pitch competition on Thursday November 18th 2010 in San Francisco. Jen O’Neal, co-founder and CEO of Tripping, won two iPads for her startup, an online cultural exchange network that matches travelers with locals.
Tripping is a global network of travelers who believe cultural exchange makes the world a better place. Members connect with each other for travel tips, shared cups of coffee and even home stays. Other services that the company offers to help ensure traveler and host safety include an anonymous ratings feature that all members participate in after their stay, as well as a space where members can leave references for travelers or hosts.
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