# Wingz

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

- Industry: Transportation Services
- Headquarters: Daly City, US
- Website: www.wingz.me
- Total disclosed funding: $13M
- Latest round: Series B (Jan 25, 2016)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Wingz is a transportation company that provides premium airport transfer services, linking travelers with selected drivers for a personalized, scheduled ride experience in major U.S. cities.Wingz was founded in 2008 and operates out of Daly City, US. The company specializes in airport transportation, offering a scheduled ride service that connects riders with carefully chosen drivers. In January 2016, Wingz raised USD 11.00 mn in Series B funding, led by investors including Altimeter Capital Management and Expedia, Inc. The company has successfully closed a total of 4 deals so far, with the most recent funding round marking the total amount raised to USD 11.00 mn. The founders of Wingz include Didie Bahari, Rushabh Khatri, and Sofia Castellano, with Christof Baumbach, Rushabh Khatri, and Santanu Banerjee currently leading the company as CEO.Wingz Airport specializes in premium transportation services primarily focused on airport transfers in cities like San Francisco, Austin, and Portland. Their platform allows customers to book rides up to two months in advance, providing a reliable alternative to taxi and limo services. Clients can choose their favorite drivers based on previous experiences, ensuring a more personalized service. Key locations of operation include San Francisco International Airport, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, and Portland International Airport.Wingz Airport generates revenue through its ride-hailing services, using a direct-to-consumer model. Customers book rides at fixed rates, which depend on the route. For example, fares from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown SF start at USD 32, while rides from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Downtown Austin begin at USD 26. The pricing strategy emphasizes transparency, which is crucial for building customer loyalty.Wingz plans to utilize the recent Series B funding of USD 11.00 mn raised in January 2016 to enhance its service offerings and expand its market presence. This includes launching new products aimed at improving customer experience and potentially entering new geographic regions. Specific markets targeted for expansion are not disclosed, but the focus remains on increasing their footprint in the airport transportation sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jan 25, 2016, $11M — Expedia, Inc., Altimeter Capital
- Seed, Apr 13, 2015, $2M — Big Bloom Investment, Florence Venture Partners, Blue Angel Venture, Olive Tree Capital
- Seed, Apr 4, 2011 — Kima Ventures

## Investors

- Kima Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kima-ventures) — Seed
- Big Bloom Investment — Seed
- Florence Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/florence-venture-partners) — Seed
- Blue Angel Venture (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blue-angel-venture) — Seed
- Olive Tree Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/olive-tree-capital) — Seed
- Expedia, Inc. — Series B
- Altimeter Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/altimeter-capital) — Series B