# Marmont

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Boulder, US
- Website: www.influence.co
- Total disclosed funding: $3.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 12, 2020)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Marmont, Inc. is a US-based company that specializes in creating a professional networking platform for influencers and creators, enabling them to connect, collaborate, and monetize their skills effectively.Marmont, Inc. was founded in 2016 in Boulder, US. The company operates a networking platform specifically for influencers and creators, facilitating connections with brands and other users. Niel Robertson serves as both the CEO and Founder, bringing his entrepreneurial experience to the venture. In February 2022, Marmont, Inc. was acquired by Social Native Inc. from a range of investors, including ACT Capital Partners Pty Ltd and Bonfire Ventures, for an undisclosed amount, accentuating its strategic importance in the creator marketplace.influence.co is a professional networking platform tailored specifically for influencers and creators. Its core offerings include the ability for users to create professional profiles, engage in Creator Communities, and access a wide array of live brand campaigns intended for monetization efforts. The platform serves a diverse clientele, consisting of over 300,000 members, including individual influencers, content creators, and businesses seeking collaboration. influence.co operates primarily in the United States but also extends its reach to various international markets, allowing users from different geographical regions to connect and collaborate effectively.Revenue generation for influence.co is primarily driven through various monetization strategies that include paid Creator Communities, direct partnerships with brands, and opportunities for influencers to engage in brand campaigns. The platform supports both B2B and direct-to-consumer transactions, enabling brands to connect with influencers for marketing campaigns while creators can monetize their content and audience engagement. Users may subscribe to premium services or join specific Creator Communities for associated fees, facilitating further networking and access to exclusive resources. Additional revenue sources include in-platform tipping and transactional fees associated with campaigns, as influencers participate in brand collaborations through the platform.Marmont, Inc. aims to expand its product offerings and market reach. The acquisition by Social Native Inc. in February 2022 is expected to accelerate the development of new features within the creator marketplace, enhancing the user experience. Plans for expansion include targeting additional international markets, specifically in Europe and Asia, by the end of 2023. The recent funding of USD 3.00 mn from the Seed round, led by Bonfire Ventures, will facilitate these initiatives, helping to strengthen Marmont, Inc.'s infrastructure and support future growth.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 12, 2020, $3M — Alumni Ventures Group, Bonfire Ventures, Next 10 Ventures, SPH Media Fund, ACT Capital Partners Pty Ltd
- Seed, Jan 25, 2018, $0.5M — Batshit Crazy Ventures, Twenty3 Capital, Jaszac Investments, AE Jarrah Group

## Investors

- Batshit Crazy Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/batshit-crazy-ventures) — Seed
- Twenty3 Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/twenty3-capital) — Seed
- Jaszac Investments — Seed
- AE Jarrah Group — Seed
- Alumni Ventures Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alumni-ventures-group) — Seed
- Bonfire Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bonfire-ventures) — Seed
- Next 10 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/next-10-ventures) — Seed
- SPH Media Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sph-media-fund) — Seed
- ACT Capital Partners Pty Ltd — Seed