Magicgate: Pioneering XR and AI in Hospitality

Skip Kimpel, a veteran in the hospitality industry, has launched Magicgate, a consultancy specializing in XR (extended reality), AI, and next-gen technologies. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Magicgate aims to revolutionize restaurants, hotels, and other venues by offering personalized experiences and digital transformation solutions. Their services include VR training, AI-powered strategies, and XR innovations to enhance guest experiences and streamline operations, aiming to reduce labor costs and drive growth.

According to industry research, the demand for personalized and seamless experiences is increasing, particularly among younger generations. Magicgate offers custom strategies for integrating technologies like AI and XR, focusing not just on technology adoption but reshaping business models for real business value.

Key offerings include XR solutions for customer experiences, VR training to expedite employee readiness, and AI innovations like predictive analytics. The consultancy's approach is lauded as a potential game-changer in a sector projected to reach significant market growth by 2027 and 2029.