Virbela Returns to Its Founders in Strategic Reacquisition
San Diego, CA — 1/22/2025 — Virbela, a pioneer in virtual worlds designed for collaboration, learning, and remote work, is thrilled to announce that it has returned to its original founders in a strategic reacquisition from eXp Realty. This move marks a pivotal moment in Virbela’s journey as it repositions itself for future growth and innovation.
"Reacquiring Virbela feels like a homecoming," said Alex Howland, Founder and CEO of Virbela. "We are incredibly grateful to eXp Realty for their unwavering support over the years. Together, we accomplished milestones that cemented Virbela’s reputation as a leader in virtual collaboration. Now, we’re ready to take the platform to new heights, with a renewed focus on our foundations in organizational psychology and making our products accessible through the web."
Living the Vision: A True Commitment
For Howland, this moment is not only a professional milestone but a deeply personal one. Together with his family, including his 3- and 5-year-old daughters, he is traveling the globe and finally living the vision he has been sharing with Virbela’s customers for years.
"Virbela was founded on the belief that people should be able to work, learn, and connect from anywhere in the world," said Howland. "Now, I’m living proof of that vision. My daughters are learning through real-world experiences—history by walking its streets, geography by exploring its landscapes, and empathy by meeting its people. This journey embodies everything Virbela stands for: breaking free from traditional boundaries and enabling a richer, more connected way of life. To me, this is the new American Dream."
A Vision for the Future
As part of its new chapter, Virbela will focus on expanding its platform’s accessibility by developing a web-based version, breaking free from the constraints of executable software. This innovation aims to make the immersive, collaborative experience Virbela is known for more accessible to a broader audience of individuals and organizations.
"Virbela has developed a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and security," added Founder and CTO Erik Hill, “now we are bringing those attributes to a web-based version of the platform to expand accessibility. With the explosion of AI and the evolution of remote work, we believe Virbela’s vision—to empower people to connect and collaborate from anywhere—is more relevant than ever."
About Virbela
Founded in 2012, Virbela creates virtual worlds that empower organizations to collaborate, learn, and socialize in immersive environments. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and global institutions, Virbela is redefining what’s possible in remote work and virtual collaboration.
For more information, visit www.virbela.com or contact Alex Howland at ahowland@virbela.com.
Media Contact: Alex Howland
Founder & CEO
Virbela, LLC
+1 (301) 246-2564
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