# Stand.fm

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/stand-fm

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.stand.fm
- Total disclosed funding: $4.7M
- Latest round: Seed (Aug 20, 2020)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Stand.fm is an innovative audio distribution platform that enables creators to produce, publish, and monetize their audio content effortlessly, catering primarily to the growing demand for podcasts and audio messages in Japan.Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Stand.fm operates as an audio distribution platform that allows users to broadcast podcasts and audio messages. The company has raised a total of JPY 1 billion across two funding rounds, with the most recent round occurring on October 22, 2021, led by Z Venture Capital. The founder's background is not publicly detailed, but the company has positioned itself as a significant player in the audio content space.Stand.fm (????????) operates as an audio distribution platform, focusing on providing creators with the tools necessary to produce, publish, and monetize audio content. The core offerings include user-friendly features that allow individuals, companies, and organizations to broadcast podcasts and audio messages seamlessly. These services target content creators such as podcasters, educators, and businesses looking to engage their audience through audio channels. The platform emphasizes ease of use, enabling creators to record, edit, and share audio with minimal technical expertise. Stand.fm primarily serves clients in Japan, tapping into markets where audio content consumption is on the rise, thereby catering to a diverse user base ranging from independent creators to established brands.The revenue structure of Stand.fm is designed around subscription models and partnerships that facilitate monetization for content creators. Clients can benefit from various pricing plans that offer different tiers of service, enabling them to choose a package that aligns with their content creation goals and audience engagement strategies. Revenue is generated through direct-to-consumer transactions where creators monetize their content via listener subscriptions and ads. Additionally, partnerships with brands and advertisers may provide further revenue streams by integrating sponsored content into creator broadcasts. The platform's flagship service enhances user experience by allowing creators to maximize their audience reach while simultaneously driving revenue through these structured transactions.In October 2021, Stand.fm raised JPY 1 billion in venture funding from returning investor Z Venture Capital, which will be utilized to expand their business base and strengthen operations, particularly in enhancing editing functions for distributors. With this funding, the company aims to launch new products designed for improved audio distribution and may expand its market presence beyond Japan to other regions with growing audio content demand.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Aug 20, 2020, $4.7M — Z Venture Capital

## Investors

- Z Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/z-venture-capital) — Seed