# SmarterHQ

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Indianapolis, US
- Website: www.smarterhq.com
- Total disclosed funding: $31M
- Latest round: Series C (Dec 23, 2016)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

SmarterHQ, Inc. is a technology company specializing in cross-channel personalization and advanced segmentation solutions that enhance marketing effectiveness through tailored customer experiences.Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Indianapolis, US, SmarterHQ, Inc. focuses on providing sophisticated marketing solutions. The company was acquired by Wunderkind, Inc. in November 2020. The CEO is Michael Osborne.Wunderkind Audiences is a leading cross-channel personalization platform that integrates advanced segmentation and orchestration capabilities to deliver tailored marketing experiences at scale. Its core products enable marketers to unlock revenue opportunities across email and text messaging by allowing businesses to recognize and understand customers through unified data collected across multiple channels, including in-store interactions. The platform's narrative-driven interface facilitates the easy creation and segmentation of audiences based on real-time customer behavior, enabling marketers to target specific groups with personalized messaging that resonates with shoppers’ preferences. Notable clients leveraging Wunderkind Audiences include prominent global brands like Puma, American Eagle, and HelloFresh, primarily in the North American and European markets. This solution addresses the increasing demand for personalized consumer experiences, which is essential for building brand loyalty and gaining a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving eCommerce environment.Wunderkind Audiences operates a subscription-based revenue model aimed at enterprises seeking advanced marketing solutions. Clients, typically large retail brands, engage with the platform through various pricing plans tailored to their specific needs, which may involve a combination of fees based on the volume of messages sent and the complexity of audience segmentation required. The structured business transactions are centered around direct-to-consumer marketing strategies, where clients utilize the platform to automate the delivery of personalized content to engage customers effectively. Flagship services include detailed predictive modeling and audience segmentation tools, which contribute to enhancing customer engagement and maximizing return on marketing investments. The emphasis on delivering high-quality, one-to-one messaging is pivotal in driving significant digital revenue for clients within the competitive landscape of eCommerce.Following its acquisition in November 2020, SmarterHQ, Inc. aims to leverage fresh capital to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company plans to introduce new products and services designed to improve customer engagement and retention within the next year. Strategic efforts are also focused on entering new geographic markets, particularly in Europe and Asia, by the end of 2022. The recent funding of USD 1.530 mn will support these initiatives and help accelerate product development and market penetration.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Dec 23, 2016, $13M — Battery Ventures, Spring Lake Equity Partners, Simon Ventures
- Series B, Jul 1, 2015, $8M — Battery Ventures, Simon Ventures
- Series B, Feb 20, 2014, $7M — Battery Ventures
- Seed, Nov 12, 2012, $3.3M — Elevate Ventures

## Investors

- Elevate Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/elevate-ventures) — Seed
- Battery Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/battery-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Simon Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/simon-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Spring Lake Equity Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/spring-lake-equity-partners) — Series C