Popl Analysis: $2M Raised
What is Popl?
Popl sells an in-person go-to-market platform for capturing, enriching, and syncing event leads. Its system scans badges, business cards, and LinkedIn QR codes using AI OCR and enrichment partners. The company says it serves 2 million users, 2.5 million professionals, and 90% of Fortune 500 companies.
Location
169 Madison Ave, New York, New York 10016, US
Employees
51-200
Founded
2020
Revenue
$10.7-32M
Autonomy Level
Copilot
Delivery Model
Hybrid
Funding Status
Seed
Industry Focus
Software & Developer Tools
Job Impact
SDR, AE, Sales Ops, RevOps
Modality
Multi-channel
Sub-Category v3
Contact Data
Vertical Focus
Horizontal
YC Batch
W21
Product Features & Capabilities
- AI-powered lead capture, digital business cards, universal lead scanner, offline scanning capabilities, automatic CRM syncing, customizable lead qualifiers, marketing attribution, post-event follow-up, team management dashboard, enterprise-grade security, integrations with major CRMs and HR platforms.
Pricing
- Free Plan: Basic features with limited leads.
- Popl Pro: Advanced features for individuals, pricing available on request.
- Popl Pro+: Enhanced features for individuals, pricing available on request.
- Team Pricing: Custom quotes available based on leads captured, with free trials for teams.
How much Popl raised
Seed - $2,200,000
March 23, 2021Lead Investor: Y Combinator, Cathexis Ventures, Urban Innovation Fund, Goat Capital, and others.
Who are the founders of Popl
JA
Jason Alvarez-Cohen
CEO & Co-founder
NE
Nick Eischens
COO & Co-founder
Competitors Overview
Popl's main competitors in the digital business card and lead capture market include:
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HiHello: Offers features such as customizable digital business cards and CRM integrations. Popl differentiates itself with an AI-powered universal badge scanner, unlimited custom CRM mappings, and follow-up email automation.
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Blinq: Similar to Popl, Blinq provides digital business cards but lacks some of the advanced features that Popl offers, such as AI-powered lead scanning and 24/7 customer support. Popl also emphasizes GDPR compliance and data security.
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Mobilo: Focuses on digital business cards and lead capture but does not have the same level of CRM integration and automation features as Popl.
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Linq: Another competitor in the digital business card space, Linq offers basic features but lacks the comprehensive lead management tools that Popl provides.
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Uniqode: Offers digital business cards but does not match Popl's capabilities in terms of lead capture and CRM integration.
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Beaconstac: Primarily known for QR code solutions, it also offers digital business cards but lacks the robust lead management features of Popl.
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Dot and iCapture: These platforms provide similar services but do not have the same level of user satisfaction and market presence as Popl.
Popl's notable advantages include its focus on in-person lead capture, robust CRM integrations, scalability for large teams, and high customer satisfaction ratings on platforms like G2 and Capterra.
Business Model
Subscription-based model with revenue from lead capture and digital business card services.
Market Focus
Popl primarily focuses on the digital business card and lead generation industry, utilizing AI technology to enhance in-person interactions and streamline contact management.
Investors
- Y Combinator
- Cathexis Ventures
- Goat Capital
- Piotr Szulczewski
- Ralph Gootee
- Urban Innovation Fund
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