# Discuss.io

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/discuss-io

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.discuss.io
- Total disclosed funding: $6.8M
- Latest round: Series A (May 19, 2017)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Discuss.io Inc. specializes in market research tools that enhance qualitative research through both human-led and AI-driven methodologies, facilitating efficient project management and insights generation for various sectors.Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seattle, US, Discuss.io Inc. focuses on qualitative research solutions. The company was co-founded by Jim Longo and Zach Simmons, with Simon Glass serving as CEO. Discuss.io has undergone a series of funding rounds, with the latest being a Series A round in May 2017, raising USD 4.15 mn led by Pereg Ventures and Unilever Ventures. The company has completed a total of 4 deals.Discuss offers a comprehensive suite of market research tools designed to enhance the qualitative research process through both human-led and AI-driven methodologies. Its core product offerings include the Discuss Everything and Discuss Now solutions, which facilitate seamless research project management from setup to analysis. These platforms enable users to conduct AI-led interviews for rapid insights, as well as human-led interviews for deeper understanding, catering to a diverse clientele that includes brands, agencies, and organizations across various sectors. The platform is engineered to serve a global market, providing access to insights for teams across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond, helping them gather emotional and experiential feedback from their target audiences through features such as self-paced video feedback and usability testing.Discuss generates revenue through subscription-based models that allow clients to utilize its qualitative research tools. The pricing structure is designed to accommodate various client needs, offering packages that can include individual or team subscriptions tailored to access the full suite of features. Clients engage with Discuss to obtain qualitative insights through both on-demand feedback mechanisms and structured research projects, leveraging the platform's capabilities for agile concept development, consumer insights, and product testing. By providing both AI and human-driven research capabilities, Discuss positions itself as a vital partner in the qualitative research landscape, ensuring that teams can quickly and effectively connect with consumers to drive informed business decisions.Following the Series A financing of USD 4.15 mn in May 2017, Discuss.io plans to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. While specific product launches and release dates are under development, the company aims to leverage recent funding to support these initiatives and strengthen its position in the global qualitative research market.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, May 19, 2017, $4.2M — Unilever Ventures, Pereg Ventures
- Seed, Apr 15, 2016, $1.4M — Unilever Ventures
- Seed, Oct 17, 2015, $1.3M — Alliance of Angels

## Investors

- Alliance of Angels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alliance-of-angels) — Seed
- Unilever Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/unilever-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Pereg Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pereg-ventures) — Series A