Littleton, CO, 4th February 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, As schools, districts, and athletic organizations continue to modernize operations and enhance community engagement, digital ticketing has emerged as a critical infrastructure component rather than a convenience. Hometown Ticketing, a leading digital ticketing and event management platform for K-12 schools and districts nationwide, is setting the standard for what scalable, customer-centered EdTech SaaS can achieve, backed by real customer outcomes and experienced executive leadership.
Across the United States, schools are turning to Hometown Ticketing to eliminate cash handling, increase attendance visibility, improve compliance, and create smoother experiences for families and administrators alike. What distinguishes the company is not only its technology, but the measurable impact it delivers at the ground level.
A Real Customer Story: Simplifying Operations and Increasing Revenue
One public example frequently cited by school administrators comes from districts that transitioned from paper tickets and fragmented payment systems to Hometown Ticketing’s centralized digital platform. According to customer stories shared through Hometown Ticketing’s public blog and webinar resources, schools report faster gate entry, reduced staffing needs, improved financial transparency, and increased event revenue after adopting the platform.
In one such case, a mid-sized school district implemented Hometown Ticketing across athletic events and fine arts programming. Administrators noted that digital ticketing eliminated reconciliation delays, reduced errors tied to cash handling, and provided real-time reporting that allowed leadership to make informed decisions about pricing and attendance trends. Parents and community members benefited from mobile-friendly ticket purchasing and entry, while staff reclaimed hours previously spent on manual processes.
These outcomes reflect a broader trend seen across Hometown Ticketing’s customer base. The platform operates quietly in the background while delivering tangible operational and financial improvements.
Built for Schools, Scaled for the Future
Hometown Ticketing’s platform is designed specifically for the realities of K-12 education. Unlike generic ticketing solutions, the system integrates with school workflows, supports district-wide oversight, and prioritizes accessibility for families and staff. The company’s continued investment in usability, reporting, and platform stability reflects a long-term commitment to schools, not just short-term transactions.
This customer-first approach has allowed Hometown Ticketing to grow steadily while maintaining strong retention and expanding its footprint nationwide. Behind this momentum is a leadership philosophy grounded in disciplined execution, scalable systems, and sustainable growth.
Strategic Leadership Driving Long-Term Value
A key figure supporting this next phase of growth is Nicholas Mirisis, an accomplished SaaS executive and operating partner with more than 20 years of experience leading and scaling vertical software companies across global markets.
Nicholas Mirisis serves as a strategic leader and advisor within the EdTech ecosystem, bringing a proven track record of transforming SaaS organizations into high-performing, durable enterprises. His experience spans venture-backed, private equity, growth equity, and founder-led environments, with leadership roles across EdTech, FinTech, GovTech, Healthcare, and Defense Tech.
As Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of a Series-A EdTech SaaS company based in Columbus, Ohio, Mirisis led a successful turnaround that achieved greater than rule-of-35 performance and more than $11 million in EBITDA. His approach combined rebuilding go-to-market infrastructure, embedding AI and machine learning innovation, and implementing sustainable operating frameworks focused on accountability and customer outcomes.
Prior to this role, Mirisis held executive leadership positions at companies including SamCart, GoCanvas, and Dude Solutions. His tenure included guiding organizations through large-scale transformations and successful exits, such as Siemens’ $1.57 billion acquisition of Dude Solutions and Nemetschek’s 11.5x ARR acquisition of GoCanvas.
Today, Mirisis is widely recognized as a disciplined fiduciary and strategic operator with deep expertise in value creation, M&A integration, performance culture, and customer retention. These capabilities align closely with Hometown Ticketing’s growth trajectory.
Aligning Customer Impact With Enterprise Discipline
What makes Hometown Ticketing’s story particularly compelling is the alignment between customer-level success and enterprise-level discipline. Schools experience simpler operations and better engagement, while the company benefits from strong unit economics, predictable revenue, and long-term customer relationships.
This alignment reflects a broader shift in the EdTech market, where stakeholders increasingly demand solutions that are both mission-driven and operationally sound. Hometown Ticketing’s ability to demonstrate real outcomes, supported by experienced SaaS leadership, positions the company as a trusted partner for schools navigating digital transformation.
Looking Ahead
As digital infrastructure becomes essential to education systems nationwide, Hometown Ticketing remains focused on responsible growth, continued product innovation, and deepening its impact within school communities. By leveraging real customer success stories and experienced leadership, the company continues to reinforce its reputation as a reliable, scalable, and future-ready EdTech provider.
For schools seeking proven solutions and for partners and investors looking for disciplined SaaS execution, Hometown Ticketing represents a model of how technology, leadership, and customer outcomes can align to create lasting value.
About Nicholas Mirisis
Nicholas Mirisis is a visionary CEO and operating partner with more than two decades of experience transforming and scaling high-growth vertical SaaS companies across global markets. Known for his disciplined leadership and deep operational expertise, he has mastered a wide spectrum of capital environments, including private equity, venture capital, and founder-led organizations. His diverse portfolio spans industries such as Defense Tech, EdTech, FinTech, GovTech, Healthcare, and Manufacturing, with consistent results in driving profitability, innovation, and market expansion.
Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of a Series-A EdTech company based in Columbus, Ohio, Nicholas has led the business from negative growth to to profitability within a year. His leadership focuses on operationala greater than rule of 35 performance and more than $11M EBITDA excellence, AI-driven innovation, and sustainable revenue growth through strategic partnerships, M&A integration, and customer retention.
Previously, Nicholas held senior leadership roles at SamCart, GoCanvas, and Dude Solutions, where he consistently achieved exceptional ARR growth, operational efficiency, and notable strategic exits including Siemens’ $1.57B acquisition of Dude Solutions and Nemetschek’s 11.5x ARR acquisition of GoCanvas.
A results-driven leader with a global mindset, Nicholas is passionate about building elite teams, mentoring high-potential talent, and creating cultures of accountability and performance. He holds a Master’s in Government from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s in Political Science from North Carolina State University.
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Nicholas Mirisis
Partner at Fulcrum Venture Group
Littleton, CO
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