Discourse
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- Nov 2012
Total raised
- Undisclosed
Investors
- 1
About Discourse
Discourse is a platform that enhances online community engagement, allowing users to create and manage discussions seamlessly.Founded by Robbie Goldfarb, Robin Ward, and Sam Saffron, Discourse is based in El Cerrito, US, and specializes in providing a community engagement platform. The company has not undergone significant strategy pivots and operates independently without subsidiaries. Sarah Hawk currently serves as the CEO.Discourse offers a robust platform designed to facilitate online community engagement, enabling users to build and manage forums that support open discussions, teamwork, and collaboration. The core product, Discourse Forum™, is an open-source software solution that empowers users to create customized community spaces, equipped with powerful moderation tools, integrated chat capabilities, and various features tailored for diverse use cases, such as product feedback tracking and creative sharing. Discourse serves a wide range of customers including enterprises, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations, with over 22,000 communities currently utilizing the platform globally.Discourse generates revenue primarily through managed hosting services, which are offered at a starting price of USD 20 per month, allowing clients to access premium features and support. The company operates on a subscription-based model, providing clients with ongoing access to its services in exchange for recurring payments. Additionally, Discourse offers enterprise-level solutions that cater to larger organizations seeking tailored community management tools. The transactions typically involve direct agreements between Discourse and its clients, encompassing both individual and business-to-business interactions.Looking ahead, Discourse aims to expand its product offerings and enhance its platform capabilities. The company is actively designing new features to improve user experience, with planned updates set to roll out in 2023. Discourse is also targeting expansion into additional markets in Europe and Asia by 2024 to reach a broader audience.
Who invested in Discourse
1 investor across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Seed
Nov 1, 2012
Amount
Undisclosed
Investors
Questions about Discourse
Who invested in Discourse?
Discourse has 1 investor on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Discourse raised?
Discourse has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Discourse last raise money?
Discourse's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Nov 2012.
What does Discourse do?
Discourse is a platform that enhances online community engagement, allowing users to create and manage discussions seamlessly.
Where is Discourse headquartered?
Discourse is headquartered in El Cerrito, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Discourse?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Accel and Thrive Capital back internet companies at Discourse's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
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