# Zola

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

- Industry: Consumer Services
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.zola.com
- Total disclosed funding: $141M
- Latest round: Series D (May 3, 2018)
- Investors on record: 12

## About

Zola, Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in wedding planning solutions that streamline the process for engaged couples through customizable websites, gift registries, and vendor selection.Founded in 2013 in New York, Zola, Inc. focuses on providing wedding planning services. The company has undergone strategic developments to enhance its offerings but remains independent with no subsidiaries. The founders include Felix Lung, Kevin Ryan, Nobu Nakaguchi, and Shan-Lyn Ma. The latest funding round, Series D, occurred in May 2018, raising USD 100 mn, bringing the total amount raised to USD 100 mn. Comcast Ventures led this round, with participation from investors like Goldman Sachs and NBC Universal.Zola, Inc. provides a suite of wedding planning services that includes customizable wedding websites, gift registries, and a selection of vendors such as photographers and caterers. Their platform helps couples manage guest lists, RSVPs, and seating arrangements seamlessly. Additionally, Zola offers group gifting options to allow guests to pool contributions for larger gifts, catering primarily to engaged couples in the United States.Zola's revenue model is based on direct-to-consumer transactions, which include gift registrations and vendor partnerships. Couples using Zola’s services often purchase wedding-related items or book vendor services through the platform. The group gifting feature increases transaction volume, and while specific pricing details are not public, Zola offers value-added services like post-wedding discounts to encourage repeat use.In May 2018, Zola, Inc. secured USD 100 mn in Series D funding to bolster its growth strategy. The company aims to introduce new features and expand its product offerings, though specific upcoming products and release dates have not been disclosed. Zola plans to reach more engaged couples by exploring opportunities in additional geographic markets, although specific regions have not yet been identified. The recent funding will support these initiatives and enhance the overall user experience on the platform.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, May 3, 2018, $100M — Lightspeed Venture Partners, Comcast Ventures, NBCUniversal Media, LLC, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Thrive Capital, Founders Circle Capital, Female Founders Fund, BBG Ventures, Canvas Prime, GingerBread Capital, BAM Elevate
- Series C, Dec 15, 2016, $25M — Lightspeed Venture Partners, Comcast Ventures, Thrive Capital, Female Founders Fund, BBG Ventures, Canvas Prime
- Series B, Nov 12, 2015, $10M — Forerunner Ventures, Thrive Capital, Female Founders Fund, BBG Ventures, Canvas Prime
- Series A, Sep 18, 2014, $2.6M — Thrive Capital
- Series A, Oct 31, 2013, $3.5M — Thrive Capital

## Investors

- Thrive Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/thrive-capital) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Forerunner Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/forerunner-ventures) — Series B
- Female Founders Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/female-founders-fund) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- BBG Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bbg-ventures) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Canvas Prime (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/canvas-prime) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Lightspeed Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lightspeed-venture-partners) — Series C, Series D
- Comcast Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/comcast-ventures) — Series C, Series D
- NBCUniversal Media, LLC — Series D
- Goldman Sachs Asset Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goldman-sachs-asset-management) — Series D
- Founders Circle Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/founders-circle-capital) — Series D
- GingerBread Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gingerbread-capital) — Series D
- BAM Elevate (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bam-elevate) — Series D