CLC Lodging, founded in 1977 by Wichita entrepreneur Barry Downing, is a leading provider of corporate lodging solutions in the United States. The company specializes in offering comprehensive travel management services that include booking hotels, flights, and rental cars, as well as providing corporate housing and payment solutions. CLC Lodging serves businesses with teams that travel frequently, helping them streamline their lodging programs and control costs through fully customizable solutions. The company operates in the corporate travel market and leverages advanced technology to offer a full-service travel platform, from reservations to billing and reporting. CLC Lodging generates revenue by negotiating pre-set rates with a network of hotels and offering these discounted rates to its clients. The company also provides tools and insights to reduce lodging costs and offers 24/7 traveler support to ensure safety and prevent credit card fraud. In 2009, CLC was acquired by Corpay, a global business payments company, which has further expanded its service offerings and enhanced its online user experience.

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