# FutureSimple

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.futuresimple.com
- Total disclosed funding: $53M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 29, 2015)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

FutureSimple Inc. develops innovative software solutions to enhance sales productivity, focusing on customer relationship management tools. Its flagship product streamlines sales processes, empowering teams to improve customer interactions and sales performance.Founded in 2009, FutureSimple Inc. is headquartered in San Francisco, US. The company specializes in sales software, with a focus on its flagship product, Zendesk Sell. Rayanne Nemeur, one of the founders, has been instrumental in its development. FutureSimple was acquired by Zendesk, Inc. in September 2018, though the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The company has participated in 5 funding deals, with the most recent being a Series C round, where it raised USD 30.00 mn led by Tenaya Capital.FutureSimple's primary offering, Zendesk Sell, is a comprehensive sales platform designed to enhance productivity for teams. It features an advanced Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system that integrates contact and deal management, activity tracking, and lead generation into one interface. The platform facilitates task automation, offering real-time visibility and data-driven insights into customer interactions throughout their buying journey. It serves a diverse clientele that includes small and medium-sized businesses, startups, and large enterprises across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, providing customizable solutions to fit various industry needs.FutureSimple generates revenue through a subscription-based model for its Zendesk Sell CRM platform. The pricing tiers cater to different business requirements, with plans such as Sell Team at USD 19 per month, Sell Growth at USD 55 per month, Sell Professional at USD 115 per month, and Sell Enterprise at USD 169 per month for large organizations. This B2B model allows businesses to effectively manage their sales activities and improve customer engagement, thereby contributing to revenue growth for both FutureSimple and its clients.Looking ahead, FutureSimple plans to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company is currently developing new features for Zendesk Sell, expected to launch in late 2024. FutureSimple aims to penetrate additional markets in Europe and Asia-Pacific by the end of 2025. The funding raised during the Series C round will support these product developments and market expansion initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 29, 2015, $30M — Index Ventures, RRE Ventures, OCA Ventures, Tenaya Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners, I2A Fund, Jumpstart Ventures
- Series B, Mar 6, 2014, $15M — Index Ventures, RRE Ventures, OCA Ventures, Social Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners, I2A Fund
- Series B, May 9, 2012, $6.8M — Index Ventures, OCA Ventures, Social Capital, I2A Fund
- Series A, Feb 7, 2011, $1.1M — OCA Ventures, I2A Fund

## Investors

- OCA Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/oca-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- I2A Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/i2a-fund) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Index Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/index-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Social Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/social-capital) — Series B
- RRE Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rre-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Hyde Park Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hyde-park-venture-partners) — Series B, Series C
- Tenaya Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tenaya-capital) — Series C
- Jumpstart Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jumpstart-ventures) — Series C