# Commonplace Digital

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/commonplace-digital

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.commonplace.is/
- Total disclosed funding: $3.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 6, 2020)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Commonplace Digital Ltd. is a UK-based company specializing in a digital citizen engagement platform that enhances community interaction and feedback collection, primarily serving urban planning and public service sectors.Commonplace Digital Ltd. was established in 2013 in London, UK, focusing on facilitating community engagement through its digital platform. The company has undergone strategic developments and currently has a total of 4 deals recorded. On January 22, 2025, Commonplace was acquired by ZenCity Technologies Ltd. from a group of investors including Beringea Private Equity, indicating a shift towards consolidating its presence in the UK market. The founders include Candy Lou, David Janner-Klausner, Kapil Vachhar, and Mike Saunders, who also serves as the current CEO. Commonplace has successfully raised a total of GBP 2.083 mn, with the latest funding round led by Beringea Private Equity.Commonplace offers a comprehensive digital citizen engagement platform that facilitates community interaction and feedback collection. Designed for stakeholders in urban planning, environmental initiatives, and public services, the platform allows users to gather real-time insights through surveys, discussions, and feedback mechanisms. By promoting active participation, Commonplace aims to enhance community involvement in projects ranging from local planning strategies to environmental conservation efforts. The platform serves a diverse client base, including municipalities, developers, and community organizations, primarily in the United Kingdom and select European markets. Notable use cases include gathering input for climate initiatives, infrastructure projects, and social care improvements, supporting over 2,000 projects and collecting millions of insights to inform decision-making.Commonplace generates revenue through a subscription-based business model, wherein clients pay for access to its platform based on the features and capabilities that suit their engagement needs. Transactions typically involve annual subscriptions for municipalities and organizations seeking to leverage community insights for project development. Clients may opt for tiered pricing plans that offer varying levels of service, such as advanced analytics tools, customized engagement strategies, and consultancy support. These structured agreements allow for a steady revenue stream while fostering long-term relationships with clients dedicated to enhancing citizen participation in their initiatives. The platform's capabilities enhance its value proposition, making it an essential tool for organizations committed to leveraging public input for better community outcomes.Commonplace Digital Ltd. plans to expand its product offerings with new features designed to enhance user interaction, scheduled for release in mid-2025. It aims to enter new geographic markets, particularly targeting additional municipalities across Europe by the end of 2025. The recent funding of GBP 2.083 mn will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing platform capabilities and establishing a new central office in London to improve customer experience following the acquisition by ZenCity Technologies Ltd.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 6, 2020, $3.7M — Beringea

## Investors

- Beringea (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/beringea) — Series A