Unpopular Ventures

Pangea.app, Inc. operates an online platform that connects companies with college students for freelance projects, particularly in marketing and graphic design. Established in 2016 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, the platform serves as a marketplace where businesses can communicate directly with students, manage payments through a secure gateway, and rate performance to ensure accountability. By utilizing a proprietary dataset and artificial intelligence, Pangea.app enhances the matching process, enabling companies to access skilled talent early in their careers while allowing students to showcase their abilities. The company's mission focuses on providing equitable access to high-skill opportunities, making it easier for businesses to find and hire college freelancers for part-time engagements.

Landis is an online real estate platform designed to assist renters in becoming homeowners. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company enables clients to choose their ideal home, rent it, and purchase it within the first twelve months. Landis provides tools and incentives to help improve customers' credit scores and build their down payments, facilitating a smooth transition from renting to owning. The platform focuses on delivering a transparent and straightforward process, catering to both residential and commercial real estate needs.

AppBind, Inc. is a software company based in Atherton, California, established in 2018. The company offers a platform that enables agencies and consultants to manage cloud software and service subscriptions on behalf of their clients. By creating virtual credit cards, AppBind allows users to procure subscriptions, advertising, and digital assets while automatically tracking and recording expenses. This streamlined approach helps businesses efficiently manage payments and reduces the risk of missed subscriptions or payments. The platform aims to simplify the management of cloud software, making it easier for agencies to grow their services and maintain financial oversight for their clients.