Canary Technologies Secures $80M to Enhance AI-Powered Hotel Solutions

Deal News | Jun 12, 2025 | Brighton Park Capital Manageme

Canary Technologies has successfully raised $80 million in a Series D financing round, led by Brighton Park Capital. The investment aims to accelerate Canary's global expansion as a leader in AI-driven guest management technology within the hospitality sector. With a growing portfolio of over 20,000 hotels in more than 100 countries, Canary continues to innovate and expand its offerings, including recent developments like AI Voice and Webchat. This round follows a $50 million Series C raise just twelve months prior, reflecting the company's significant growth trajectory and demand for AI-powered hotel technologies. The backing by existing investors Insight Partners, F-Prime Capital, Thayer Ventures, Y-Combinator, and Commerce Ventures further solidifies Canary's position and bolsters its market valuation to approximately $600 million. Notable partnerships with leading hotel brands such as Marriott and Wyndham have paved the way for Canary to redefine hospitality technology with enterprise-grade solutions tailored specifically for the industry. Founders Harman Singh Narula and SJ Sawhney underline their commitment to transformation and customer-centricity, backed by Brighton Park Capital's assertion of Canary's long-term potential in setting new benchmarks for hospitality guest engagement.

Sectors

Hospitality Technology
Private Equity & Venture Capital

Geography

United States – Canary Technologies is based in the United States, and the funding round was led by a US-based Private Equity firm, highlighting the US as a central hub for this deal.
Global – Canary Technologies serves over 20,000 hotels in more than 100 countries, indicating the global reach and influence of this funding round to expand its services internationally.

Industry

Hospitality Technology – This sector focuses on the application of technology solutions to improve the operations and guest experiences within the hospitality industry. Canary Technologies is at the forefront with its AI-powered solutions for hotels.
Private Equity & Venture Capital – Brighton Park Capital's involvement as the lead investor in Canary Technologies' funding round aligns with the investment strategies typical of private equity and venture capital firms targeting high-growth technology companies.

Financials

80,000,000 – The amount raised by Canary Technologies in its Series D funding round.
600,000,000 – The approximate valuation of Canary Technologies following the Series D funding round.
50,000,000 – The amount raised by Canary Technologies in its previous Series C funding round.

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
Canary Technologies	Target Company	Company	A leading provider of AI-powered guest management solutions in the hospitality industry.
Brighton Park Capital	Lead Investor	Company	A private equity firm that led the Series D funding round for Canary Technologies.
Insight Partners	Investor	Company	An existing investor in Canary Technologies, also participated in the Series D funding round.
F-Prime Capital	Investor	Company	A venture capital firm participating in Canary Technologies' Series D funding.
Thayer Ventures	Investor	Company	A venture capital firm focused on investing in hospitality and travel sectors, involved in Canary's funding.
Y-Combinator	Investor	Company	A leading startup accelerator with previous investments in Canary Technologies.
Commerce Ventures	Investor	Company	A venture capital firm that invests in commerce infrastructure and technology, also invested in this round.
Harman Singh Narula	CEO and Co-Founder	Person	CEO and Co-Founder of Canary Technologies, leading the company’s growth and innovative efforts.
SJ Sawhney	President and Co-Founder	Person	Co-Founder of Canary Technologies, focused on developing AI-driven solutions for the hospitality industry.
Kevin Magan	Partner at Brighton Park Capital	Person	A partner at Brighton Park Capital, playing a role in the investment and acquisition of Canary Technologies.
Rik Patel	Principal at Brighton Park Capital	Person	A principal at Brighton Park Capital, involved in supporting Canary Technologies’ growth strategy.