# Subcurrent

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.polly.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $8.2M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 13, 2019)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Subcurrent, Inc. is a technology company that enhances engagement within hybrid teams through integrated digital tools, including polls, surveys, and feedback mechanisms.Founded in Seattle, US, in 2016, Subcurrent, Inc. focuses on improving team dynamics through its engagement platforms. The company raised USD 7.00 mn in Series A funding on February 13, 2019, led by Madrona Venture Group, with participation from several investors including Amplify Partners and Slack Fund. Bilal Aijazi, Samir Diwan, and Daniela Lopez lead the company, with Aijazi previously involved in other ventures.Polly specializes in enhancing engagement within hybrid teams through a suite of integrated digital tools designed to facilitate real-time feedback and data analytics. Their core product offerings include platforms for polls, surveys, live Q&A sessions, and asynchronous feedback mechanisms, which cater to a diverse clientele that spans various sectors including corporate, education, and IT. Polly's solutions are tailored to support needs such as employee engagement, meeting management, new employee onboarding, and team alignment. By enabling seamless integration with popular applications like Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Slides, Polly serves customers globally, with a strong foothold in North America and Europe. Their products are designed to deliver actionable insights and foster community among users, enhancing collaboration and productivity within organizations.Polly operates primarily on a subscription-based revenue model, providing various pricing tiers that cater to different organizational needs. Clients typically engage with Polly's services through direct subscriptions, which allow access to features such as pulse surveys, suggestion boxes, and team-building activities. The pricing structure is designed to accommodate both small teams and large enterprises, with customized plans available for larger clients seeking advanced analytics and integrations. Transactions are structured around these subscription services, enabling businesses to implement Polly's offerings swiftly without significant upfront investment. Key products, such as Polly for Slack and Polly for Microsoft Teams, play a crucial role in their revenue generation strategy, providing essential tools for workplace engagement and data-driven decision-making.In February 2019, Subcurrent, Inc. raised USD 7.00 mn in Series A funding led by Madrona Venture Group, which will be utilized to expand the product and go-to-market teams. The company aims to launch new products focused on enhancing team collaboration and feedback mechanisms, with plans to enter additional markets in North America and Europe by 2023.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 13, 2019, $7M — Madrona Venture Group, Amplify Partners, Slack Fund, Tempo Ventures, Fathom Capital
- Seed, Aug 18, 2016, $1.2M — SV Angel, Amplify Partners, ZhenFund, Tempo Ventures

## Investors

- SV Angel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sv-angel) — Seed
- Amplify Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amplify-partners) — Seed, Series A
- ZhenFund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zhenfund) — Seed
- Tempo Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tempo-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Madrona Venture Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/madrona-venture-group) — Series A
- Slack Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/slack-fund) — Series A
- Fathom Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fathom-capital) — Series A