# Zula

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

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: Burbank, US
- Website: www.zulaapp.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 11, 2014)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Zula is a mobile platform that enhances team communication by transforming fragmented discussions into organized conversational streams, fostering collaboration among teams in various sectors.Zula, founded in 2012, is based in Burbank, US. The company specializes in providing a mobile communication platform that facilitates team collaboration. In June 2014, Zula secured USD 3.000 mn during its Series A funding round, led by investors M12 and OurCrowd Management Limited, bringing the total amount raised to USD 3.000 mn. The company has completed four deals to date. The founder, Bryan Choo, had previously been involved in other entrepreneurial ventures, contributing to the company's innovative approach to team communication.Zula's primary offering is a mobile platform designed to enhance team communication by transforming fragmented discussions into cohesive conversational streams. The platform allows users to create dedicated discussion groups, known as Zulas, where members can seamlessly join conversations, share content, conduct polls, and initiate conference calls with a simple tap. This service is particularly beneficial for teams that require ongoing collaboration and communication, facilitating secure and private exchanges among users from various social networks. Zula's functionality appeals to businesses across diverse sectors, including technology, education, and remote work environments, enabling them to improve operational efficiency and team engagement. The platform is available to users in multiple geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, catering to organizations seeking robust communication solutions.Zula operates on a subscription-based revenue model, where users and organizations pay for access to its suite of communication tools. The company offers various pricing plans that cater to individual users and teams, with services tailored to enhance collaboration for both small businesses and larger enterprises. Revenue is generated through direct-to-consumer transactions, where clients subscribe to different tiers of service based on their needs. Each plan provides varying levels of access to features such as conference calling, file sharing, and integration with third-party applications like Dropbox. By focusing on enterprise clients and team dynamics, Zula effectively positions its flagship services to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving work environment.Zula plans to utilize the funds raised in June 2014 to enhance its platform features and expand into new markets. The company is currently designing new products aimed at improving user experience and facilitating better team interactions, with anticipated launches in early 2025. Additionally, Zula targets expansion into the Asia-Pacific region by the end of 2025, seeking to broaden its user base and meet the growing demand for communication solutions in emerging markets.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 11, 2014, $3M — OurCrowd Management Limited, M12
- Seed, Nov 18, 2013 — M12

## Investors

- M12 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/m12) — Seed, Series A
- OurCrowd Management Limited — Series A