Richard Valtr is the founder of Mews, a cloud-based property management system that has revolutionized the hospitality industry. Founded in 2012 in Prague, Mews emerged from Valtr's direct experience in the hotel industry, where he noticed significant inefficiencies in traditional property management systems. Under his leadership, Mews has grown into a global company valued at over $1 billion, serving thousands of properties across multiple continents. Valtr's innovative approach to hospitality technology has earned him recognition as a pioneer in the industry, focusing on automating operations and enhancing guest experiences through modern, cloud-based solutions.

In 2023, Mews secured a significant Series C funding round of $185 million, led by Kinnevik and Goldman Sachs Asset Management, bringing the company's valuation to over $1 billion and achieving unicorn status. Prior to this, the company had raised a $33 million Series B round in 2019 led by Battery Ventures, and a $50 million round in 2021 from Salesforce Ventures.

Notable investors in Mews include Notion Capital, Thayer Ventures, Revaia (formerly Gaia Capital Partners), and henQ Capital Partners. The company has consistently attracted investment due to its innovative approach to hospitality management and strong market position in Europe and North America.

The funding has enabled Mews to expand its product offerings, make strategic acquisitions in the hospitality tech space, and accelerate its global expansion, particularly in key markets like the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany.