LAUNCH

LAUNCH is a California-based organization that supports entrepreneurs and fosters innovation within the technology sector. Established in 2010, it encompasses multiple initiatives, including the LAUNCH Fund, which focuses on early-stage investments in technology-related companies. Additionally, LAUNCH operates an incubator designed to nurture startup development. Its flagship event, the LAUNCH Festival, attracts over 12,000 participants, including venture capitalists, angel investors, founders, and industry professionals, serving as a premier platform for startups to showcase their innovations. The organization also produces the podcast "This Week in Startups," which discusses trends and insights in the startup ecosystem. Through its various endeavors, LAUNCH aims to empower founders and promote the growth of emerging companies.

Jason Calacanis

Founder and CEO

Ashley Whitehurst

Managing Director

Past deals in Dating

Kippo

Series A in 2021
Kippo is an avatar-based social platform designed for meeting new people, with dating-oriented features tailored to gamers. It offers personalized profile customization, game-based matching, and integrated chat to enable socially active gamers to form authentic relationships through meaningful interactions within a digital identity-enabled environment.

Callin

Series A in 2021
Callin is a social podcasting app that allows users to create, discover, and enjoy both live and recorded audio content in a single platform. The app combines social audio features with traditional podcasting, enabling users to record, edit, publish, and share their audio content effortlessly. By providing a seamless experience for audio content creation and consumption, Callin aims to enhance the way users engage with podcasts and live audio discussions.

Humhum

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Humhum is a mindful dating platform designed to enhance social experiences by prioritizing emotional well-being in the dating process. Recognizing the challenges and emotional fatigue many encounter in the dating landscape, Humhum offers virtual guided blind dates, group events, and coaching to facilitate authentic connections and personal growth. The platform emphasizes the importance of the dating journey over mere outcomes, encouraging users to engage in experiences that feel nourishing and supportive. By fostering a holistic approach to dating, Humhum aims to create a space where individuals can build skills and develop meaningful relationships, helping to alleviate the distress often associated with traditional dating methods.

Untitled Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Untitled Labs, Inc. is a consumer application idea lab based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on testing and developing innovative business ideas in various sectors, including social and professional networking, mobility, personal finance, premium services, health and wellness, travel, photography, and dating. Led by serial entrepreneur Roger Dickey, Untitled Labs aims to create valuable technology products that resonate with large audiences. By systematically evaluating multiple concepts, the company seeks to identify and build a sustainable business around the most promising idea.
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