# GROU.PS

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/grou-ps

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Palo Alto, US
- Website: www.grou.ps
- Total disclosed funding: $5M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 1, 2011)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

GROU.PS develops digital tools tailored for online community management and engagement, allowing users to create personalized social platforms that enhance communication and connectivity among diverse groups.GROU.PS, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Palo Alto, US, specializes in online community engagement solutions. The company has undergone strategic developments to refine its offerings. In March 2011, it secured USD 3 million in a Series B funding round led by Golden Horn Ventures, marking a significant investment in its growth. The firm has completed a total of 3 deals, with the latest deal occurring in March 2011.GROU.PS offers a suite of digital tools designed to enhance online community engagement and management. These products support the creation and maintenance of customizable social platforms, addressing the needs for connection, content sharing, and communication. Features such as group creation, event scheduling, and member interactions empower users to cultivate vibrant online communities. The primary clientele includes organizations, educational institutions, and niche interest groups across North America, Europe, and Asia, with products tailored for various contexts such as fan clubs, professional networks, and educational forums.GROU.PS operates on a subscription-based revenue model, catering to individual users and organizational clients. Clients purchase tiered subscription plans that provide varying access levels to features based on their community size and requirements. Organizations may choose premium plans that include enhanced analytics, customized branding, and priority support. Additionally, the company forms partnerships with academic institutions and non-profit organizations to offer bulk subscriptions at negotiated rates, allowing for sustained revenue generation through recurring client relationships.GROU.PS plans to leverage its recent Series B funding of USD 3 million obtained in March 2011 to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. Upcoming releases include innovative features designed to improve user engagement on social platforms, although specific launch dates have not been disclosed. The company aims to penetrate emerging markets in Asia and Europe by 2013, capitalizing on the increasing demand for online community tools. This strategic expansion will be supported by the recent funding, which is intended to bolster product development and market entry initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 1, 2011, $3M — Golden Horn Ventures
- Series A, Jun 25, 2009, $1.5M — Golden Horn Ventures
- Seed, Jun 1, 2008, $0.5M — Golden Horn Ventures

## Investors

- Golden Horn Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/golden-horn-ventures) — Seed, Series A, Series B