FasterCapital adds BookYourOwn.net to EquityPilot to address OTA commission friction
India & Dubai, UAE — Feb 22 2026
Lead FasterCapital has accepted Book Your Own into EquityPilot, advancing the startup’s plan to reduce friction in online hotel and package bookings by offering clearer pricing, improved hotel visibility, and enhanced guest–property communication. The program will support execution to refine product-market fit and operational readiness.
Nut graf FasterCapital and EquityPilot will focus in the first 30–60 days on execution milestones that improve marketplace operations, vendor integration, and customer support workflows.
Why It Matters?
High commission structures, opaque pricing, and limited direct guest–hotel communication remain persistent challenges in online travel. Independent and mid-sized properties often struggle to compete for visibility and margin while travelers seek straightforward pricing and reliable support. These dynamics create opportunity for platforms that prioritize transparency and operational flexibility.
What the Startup Delivers?
What the Startup Delivers BookYourOwn.net is an OTA platform designed to deliver transparent hotel listings, tailored tour packages, and direct guest-to-property communication. The platform emphasizes lower commissions for properties, no hidden fees for customers, and features such as hourly room bookings, customizable tour packages, and 24/7 customer support to improve the booking experience for both B2B and B2C users.
Why Now?
Timing Market demand for simpler, fairer booking experiences is accelerating as travelers and smaller accommodation providers alike look for alternatives to high-fee marketplaces. Advances in channel management integrations and API-enabled inventory sharing make it practical to build differentiated, flexible booking flows today.
What FasterCapital Will Provide?
FasterCapital Support Scope
- Hands-on execution guidance to refine the platform’s go-to-market and vendor onboarding processes.
- Access to operational playbooks and mentorship focused on marketplace health and customer success.
- Support in improving product integrations and developer workflows for real-time availability.
- Connections to relevant ecosystem stakeholders and introductions to potential distribution channels.
First 30–60 Days
Execution Plan Initial work will prioritize vendor integration stability, booking flow optimizations, and customer service processes. The team will review prioritization of features that reduce cart abandonment, test messaging for price transparency, and run operational pilots with onboarding hotels to validate workflows.
Leadership Comment
“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support BookYourOwn.net through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”
Next 90 Days
Near-Term Roadmap Over the next quarter, BookYourOwn.net plans to iterate on onboarding flows, strengthen channel manager integrations, and pilot targeted marketing campaigns to improve vendor uptake and user activation. Progress will be assessed against operational and product milestones defined with EquityPilot.
About Book Your Own
Book Your Own is an online travel agency platform focused on transparent hotel bookings and customizable tour packages. The service aims to increase visibility for partner-owned accommodations, reduce hidden fees for customers, and provide flexible booking options including short-stay and hourly rooms, backed by 24/7 customer support.
About FasterCapital
FasterCapital works with founders to turn plans into execution through structured milestones, hands-on support, and guidance that improves fundraising readiness. With programs including EquityPilot, FasterCapital helps startups sharpen positioning, validate priorities, and connect with relevant ecosystem stakeholders. Learn more at FasterCapital.