# Xconomy

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Boston, US
- Website: www.xconomy.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2M
- Latest round: Series A (Jul 8, 2013)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Xconomy, Inc. is a media and events company focused on innovation and technology, delivering insights and news on emerging industries and trends. It connects thought leaders and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, US, Xconomy, Inc. is dedicated to covering the innovation economy. The company was acquired by Informa Group plc in August 2016 for GBP 2.5 million, marking a significant change in its operational strategy. The founders, Bob Buderi and Rebecca Zacks, have backgrounds in journalism and technology, enhancing the company's focus on delivering relevant content and insights. The firm has engaged in a total of 5 deals since its inception, with the most recent deal occurring on August 31, 2016.Xconomy specializes in providing news, analysis, and events related to technology and innovation sectors. Their services include reporting on emerging trends, hosting conferences, and curating discussions that engage entrepreneurs and industry experts, catering primarily to professionals in the innovation landscape in North America and beyond.Xconomy generates revenue through various streams, including advertising partnerships, sponsorships for events, and subscription services for premium content. Their business model focuses on B2B engagements, leveraging partnerships with tech firms and investors to provide tailored content and insights to their audience.Following the acquisition by Informa Group plc, Xconomy plans to enhance its content offerings and expand into new geographic markets, particularly targeting Europe and Asia by 2025. The recent funding from the acquisition will be utilized to support the development of new products and to strengthen their event programming, aiming to foster deeper connections within the global innovation community.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jul 8, 2013, $0.2M — Converge Venture Partners
- Series A, Nov 13, 2008, $0.7M — LaunchCapital, Converge Venture Partners
- Series A, Aug 10, 2007, $1.2M — Converge Venture Partners

## Investors

- Converge Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/converge-venture-partners) — Series A
- LaunchCapital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/launchcapital) — Series A