# LoungeBuddy

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

- Industry: Travel & Leisure
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.loungebuddy.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 24, 2015)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

LoungeBuddy, Inc. is a digital platform that provides travelers with access to airport lounges worldwide, enhancing their travel experience through premium amenities and services.LoungeBuddy, Inc. operates a platform designed to help travelers locate and book airport lounges. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, US. Founders Brent Griffith and Zac Altman have previously engaged in ventures that focused on enhancing customer experiences in the travel sector. In March 2019, American Express acquired LoungeBuddy, Inc., with the deal expected to close in April 2019. The firm has completed a total of 3 deals, with the most recent round being a Series A funding of USD 3.000 mn led by Founders Fund, and alongside investors such as Benson Oak Ventures, Maiden Lane, Pathfinder Venture Capital, and Plug and Play Ventures. The total amount raised by the company is USD 3.000 mn, and its current valuation stands at USD 18.000 mn.LoungeBuddy, Inc. offers a platform that connects travelers to more than 1,550 airport lounges globally. The service allows users to enjoy premium amenities at lounges, facilitating a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of busy airport environments, catering to individual consumers, small businesses, and large corporations primarily in the US, as well as significant markets in Europe and Asia. The company is continually enhancing its offerings, such as introducing digital waitlists for lounge access, which increases user convenience.LoungeBuddy, Inc.'s revenue structure is dependent on transaction fees derived from lounge bookings and partnerships with various travel and entertainment providers. The platform encourages usage by providing exclusive lounge access and perks, aligning with services offered by major credit cards like the U.S. Platinum Card® and Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Card. The company directly markets its services to individual users and businesses, thus enhancing customer loyalty and engagement.Looking ahead, LoungeBuddy, Inc. aims to further expand its platform by developing new features and exploring additional partnerships within the travel industry. The company is also focused on expanding its operations into new geographic regions, targeting international markets for growth. The recent acquisition by American Express is expected to facilitate these initiatives, allowing for broader distribution of LoungeBuddy's services. The integration with American Express's existing offerings will likely enhance customer access to lounges and streamline the user experience.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 24, 2015, $3M — Pathfinder Venture Capital, Founders Fund, Benson Oak Ventures, Plug and Play, Maiden Lane
- Seed, Dec 17, 2013 — Plug and Play

## Investors

- Plug and Play (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/plug-and-play) — Seed, Series A
- Pathfinder Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pathfinder-venture-capital) — Series A
- Founders Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/founders-fund) — Series A
- Benson Oak Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/benson-oak-ventures) — Series A
- Maiden Lane (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/maiden-lane) — Series A