GroupAhead

GroupAhead operated as a developer of a social networking platform tailored for real-life, member-based organizations. Founded in 2013 by Brian Glick and Julian Frumar, the San Francisco-based company aimed to enhance how groups connect and communicate. The firm was a participant in the Winter 2015 batch of the Y Combinator accelerator program, securing $120K in funding in March 2015.

The company's core offering was a platform that enabled organizations such as alumni associations, non-profits, and corporate teams to create their own private, branded mobile applications. This service was designed to consolidate communication and cut through the noise of broad platforms like email and Facebook. Key features included tools for announcements, member discussions, event calendars, direct messaging, and the collection of membership fees. The platform sought to improve member engagement and event attendance by providing a centralized, dedicated communication channel with push notification capabilities.

GroupAhead's business model was based on a subscription fee, with pricing that varied depending on the size of the group and the specific features required. The platform targeted a market of organizations that required streamlined collaboration tools. Despite its efforts and securing investors like Y Combinator and Graph Ventures, GroupAhead ultimately ceased operations. PitchBook data indicates the company went out of business as of May 2021, after having been previously backed by venture capital.

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