Travel planning app Travefy raises $1.8m from consortium of backers including Columbia University.

Travefy, an app which allows groups to plan trips under one platform, has raised $1.8m in venture backing.

The round was led by Nebraska Global, and also saw support from Linseed Capital, Invest Nebraska, Nelnet, Travel and Transport, Columbia University, and angel backers.

The app allows groups to book travel, create itineraries, and split expenses. It is also partners numerous travel agents and management companies with a view to integrate their services.

Kevin O’Malley, Travel and Transport President and CEO,…