Chicago-based Tock, a reservation and event management technology provider, has been acquired by American Express from Squarespace. This acquisition aims to expand American Express’s digital tools for restaurants and merchants and make more dining experiences available through its channels.
American Express is a globally integrated payments company that gives customers access to various products, insights and experiences. Its offerings span personal and business credit cards, travel services and merchant services.
Tock provides an all-in-one solution for reservations, table and event management, catering to the hospitality industry. The company serves restaurants, wineries, hotels and bars across the globe.
Following the acquisition, Tock will operate as an independent division of American Express Global Dining and will connect approximately 7,000 venues to American Express’s network, offering card members a broader range of dining options and exclusive experiences.