# Coffeechat

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/coffeechat

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea
- Website: www.coffeechat.kr
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2021)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in South Korea, Coffeechat operates as a career dialogue platform that connects individuals for one-on-one informational meetings, fostering engagement across various industries and academic institutions.Founded in 2021 in Seoul, South Korea, Coffeechat is a career dialogue platform that facilitates connections between users and experienced professionals. The company raised KRW 2 billion in pre-Series A funding on November 1, 2021, from investors including Shinhan Venture Investment and We Venture Partners, bringing the total amount raised to KRW 2 billion. The founders, Chris Suzdak and Sophia Kim, have established this platform to support individuals seeking career guidance.Coffee Chat is a career dialogue connection platform that facilitates one-on-one informational meetings, allowing users to engage with individuals from various industries, companies, and academic institutions. Its core offering connects users with experienced professionals for discussions about career transitions, job interviews, work roles, and global educational opportunities. The platform emphasizes an informal environment where users can ask questions and share experiences over a virtual coffee chat. This service is designed for individuals looking to gain insights into potential career paths, network with industry professionals, and explore opportunities in a relaxed setting. Coffee Chat operates globally, serving users primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, reflecting a diverse client base that includes job seekers, students, and professionals in transition.The revenue model for Coffee Chat revolves around a transaction-based structure where users pay for each chat session they schedule. Clients can select preferred partners from a pool of experienced professionals and propose up to three time slots for the meeting. Once a session is confirmed, payment is processed, and users receive notifications via KakaoTalk regarding the meeting details. The service operates on a pay-per-chat basis, allowing flexibility for users to access information relevant to their career inquiries, catering to both individual users seeking personalized career advice and partners offering their expertise.In November 2021, Coffeechat raised KRW 2 billion in pre-Series A funding, which will support technology development and recruitment of additional talent. The company plans to expand its platform capabilities and enhance user experience through new features, while exploring entry into additional markets, specifically targeting regions in Southeast Asia and Europe by 2023.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2021 — BonAngels Venture Partners, Korea Tech Incubator for Startup

## Investors

- BonAngels Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bonangels-venture-partners) — Seed
- Korea Tech Incubator for Startup — Seed