Fuzz
FUZZ is people-powered radio, enabling users to listen to and create free internet radio stations.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Fuzz, also known as Fuzz Productions, was established in 2001 by brothers Nat and Will Trienens in Brooklyn, New York. Initially a digital marketing agency focused on websites and mobile apps, the company recognized the burgeoning potential of mobile development with the launch of the iPhone in 2007. This foresight led them to pivot, and by 2009, they were developing for Android, solidifying mobile as their primary business.
The firm operates as a technology and design consultancy, providing software development services that include prototyping, backend and API development, user interface design, and data analytics. Fuzz partners with a diverse client base, ranging from globally recognized brands like Apple, Google, and Shake Shack to early-stage disruptors, to create and enhance digital products and customer experiences. Their business model centers on crafting digital ecosystems, with a notable specialization in the hospitality sector, where they develop integrated digital and physical environments to improve customer loyalty and business growth. This involves creating connected experiences through mobile apps and full-stack web development, as well as enabling enterprises with the tools for rapid innovation.
A significant milestone in the company's history was its acquisition by the Tokyo-based global consultancy Monstarlab in 2019. Following the acquisition, Fuzz began a rebranding process, eventually adopting the Monstarlab name. This integration expanded its global reach to 1,200 employees across 26 offices. As part of this transition, Fuzz's founder, Nat Trienens, shifted his focus in early 2020 to become the CEO of Koala, a food-ordering platform that was incubated and spun off from Fuzz. In 2020, the company also expanded its operations by opening a new office in Bogota, Colombia.
Keywords: digital product agency, mobile app development, web development, user experience design, technology consultancy, software development, backend development, API development, data analytics, prototyping, Monstarlab, digital transformation, hospitality technology, customer experience, UI/UX, product strategy, enterprise software, digital services, full-stack development, software optimization