As 2024 comes to a close, I’ve began reflecting on what we’ve accomplished at WaveRez this year. From launching groundbreaking features, to hosting events that brought together leaders in the watersport industry, it’s been a year of incredible growth and milestones. Our team has worked tirelessly to help operators generate more revenue and streamline their businesses, and the response has been nothing short of inspiring. With the momentum we’ve built, I’m more excited than ever for what 2025 holds—new innovations, expanded partnerships, and even more ways to empower the businesses we serve. Thank you for being part of our journey as we set our sights on an even brighter future!
What We Accomplished in 2024
This year, we focused on enhancing the WaveRez platform to provide our clients with the most robust, user-friendly tools for managing their businesses. Here are some highlights:
- New Customer Booking Interface: A sleek, intuitive design that improves the booking experience for customers.
- WaveRez.com Website Relaunch: Our redesigned website showcases our services and solutions with a fresh, modern look.
- Free WordPress Websites: We launched a program to create custom WordPress websites for our clients, ensuring they have a strong online presence.
- Viator Integration: Seamlessly connect your WaveRez account with Viator to reach more customers.
- Vquip Integration: Optimize your rental insurance options with our new integration.
- Continuous Improvements: We rolled out over 100 updates and optimizations to enhance both the front and back ends of the system, check out a tour of our top features to explore more!
Welcoming New Talent
Our team grew stronger in 2024 with the addition of:
Zach Eischen: Joining us as Director of Sales, Zach brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to our sales efforts.
Amber Dudley: A valued member of our original team, Amber returned to assist with advanced technical support, ensuring our clients receive top-tier assistance.
Representing WaveRez Across the Industry
This year, we hit the road to connect with industry professionals, learn, and share our expertise. WaveRez proudly attended:
- Arival – San Diego: The premier event for tours and activities.
- The Port – St. Augustine: A networking event we co-hosted in St. Augustine, FL, read our recap here.
- WSIA Parasailing Symposium – Cape Coral: Fostering innovation and safety in the parasailing industry.
- American Outdoors Association – Chattanooga: Celebrating outdoor adventure and recreation.
These events allowed us to showcase WaveRez’s solutions and build lasting relationships with operators nationwide.
Growing Our Client Base
We’re excited to have partnered with dozens of new clients in 2024, expanding our footprint across the U.S.
WaveRez now serves businesses in over 10 states, helping operators streamline their reservations and grow their revenue.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we step into 2025, we’re not slowing down. Here’s what we’re most excited about:
- New Backend Interface: A streamlined experience featuring weekly and monthly views, set to launch in Q1.
- Fluidpay Payment Gateway Integration: Simplify payment processing with our newest integration.
- Overnight Reservations: New capabilities for multi-day bookings.
- Email Marketing Automation: Boost your marketing with past customers without lifting a finger.
- Reseller Tools: Empowering our clients to expand their offerings by booking nearby activities.
- Built-in Waivers: Our free internal waiver solution will streamline operations and simply the booking process.
Join Us In 2025
WaveRez is ready to help watersport and tour operators take their businesses to the next level. With our innovative features, dedicated team, and growing community of operators, there’s never been a better time to join the WaveRez family. Let’s make 2025 your best year yet!
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Greg Fisher
