ZipList
Latest round
- Series B
Last raised
- Nov 2010
Total raised
- $4.5M
Investors
- 2
About ZipList
Founded in 2008, ZipList provides a comprehensive platform focused on meal planning and recipe discovery. The company operates out of Sterling, US, and has undergone a significant change in ownership, being acquired by Conde Nast in April 2012 for USD 14 mn.ZipList specializes in the provision of digital tools designed to enhance the cooking and meal planning experience for home cooks and food enthusiasts. Its core offerings include recipe discovery and cooking tips, shopping list creation, and meal planner templates. The ZipList app allows users to efficiently organize their grocery lists, access a variety of recipes, and utilize basic kitchen utensil guides, streamlining the cooking process. The products serve a diverse clientele, including amateur chefs, busy families, and culinary novices, with a focus on simplifying meal preparation and grocery shopping.ZipList generates revenue through a combination of direct-to-consumer transactions and potential partnerships with retailers and supermarkets. Users access the platform's features, such as recipe cards, meal planners, and grocery lists, under a subscription model that offers premium content or tools for enhanced functionality. The company may also engage in collaborations with grocery stores to provide exclusive discount coupons, creating an additional revenue stream through promotional partnerships. Pricing structures associated with the services typically include tiered plans that cater to varying user needs, encompassing options for individual users as well as family plans.ZipList plans to leverage its recent acquisition by Conde Nast to expand its product offerings and enhance its digital tools for users. The company is focused on developing new features for its platform, including more interactive meal planning tools and personalized recipe suggestions. Additionally, ZipList aims to capture a larger share of the market in English-speaking regions outside the United States by the end of 2013. The funds from the recent Trade Sale, amounting to USD 14 mn, will be utilized to support these product developments and expansion strategies.
Who invested in ZipList
2 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in ZipList?
ZipList has 2 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has ZipList raised?
ZipList has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did ZipList last raise money?
ZipList's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Nov 2010.
What does ZipList do?
Founded in 2008, ZipList provides a comprehensive platform focused on meal planning and recipe discovery.
Where is ZipList headquartered?
ZipList is headquartered in Sterling, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like ZipList?
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