# The Landline Company

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/the-landline-company

- Industry: Transportation Services
- Headquarters: Fort Collins, US
- Website: www.landline.com
- Total disclosed funding: $32M
- Latest round: Series B (Apr 7, 2022)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

The Landline Company provides premium airport shuttle and motorcoach services, ensuring convenient and efficient transportation for travelers to key airports including Denver International Airport and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.Founded in 2018 in Fort Collins, US, The Landline Company specializes in transportation services. The company has received funding through 5 deals, with the most recent being a Series B round in April 2022 where they raised USD 28 mn led by Drive Capital. The CEO of the company is David Sunde, who is among the founders along with Ben Munson.Landline specializes in premium airport shuttle and motorcoach services, primarily providing transportation to and from key airports such as Denver International Airport (DIA) and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Their core offering includes a network of convenient pickup locations, allowing customers to access shuttle services easily. This service is designed for travelers seeking a hassle-free connection to their flights, focusing on comfort and efficiency during transit. By eliminating the need for parking and reducing travel stress, Landline effectively addresses the pain points of airport transportation. The company serves a diverse customer base, including individual travelers, families, and business professionals primarily in geographical markets across Colorado and Minnesota, as well as in cities like Fort Collins, Duluth, and Toronto.Landline generates revenue through direct-to-consumer transactions, offering shuttle services for a fixed fare. Customers typically reserve their seats online or through designated pickup locations, facilitating straightforward payment processes for single trips or round trips. The pricing structure is designed to be competitive, providing an alternative to traditional airport transportation options that often involve higher costs, such as parking fees. Landline's flagship service includes their non-stop shuttle offerings to major airports, which are marketed to attract frequent flyers and occasional travelers alike. This transactional model emphasizes convenience and accessibility, aligning with the company's brand positioning as a cost-effective solution for airport travel.In April 2022, The Landline Company raised USD 28 mn in Series B funding led by returning investor Drive Capital. The company will use the funding to accelerate its expansion and support innovations aimed at improving the customer experience. Plans include expanding their operations into new geographic regions, specifically targeting additional markets to enhance service reach.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Apr 7, 2022, $28M — Drive Capital
- Seed, Nov 22, 2019 — Tusk Venture Partners
- Seed, Sep 21, 2019, $3.9M — Upfront, Mucker Capital, Matchstick Ventures, WndrCo

## Investors

- Upfront (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/upfront) — Seed
- Mucker Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mucker-capital) — Seed
- Matchstick Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/matchstick-ventures) — Seed
- WndrCo (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wndrco) — Seed
- Tusk Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tusk-venture-partners) — Seed
- Drive Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/drive-capital) — Series B