RepairPal
Acquisition in 2024
RepairPal Inc. is an online platform based in San Francisco, California, that provides consumers with essential information related to auto repair and maintenance. Founded in 2007, the company offers a comprehensive database of articles and reports, alongside a centralized location for clients to manage vehicle ownership records. RepairPal assists users in finding trusted auto repair shops by delivering repair cost estimates and addressing common automotive inquiries. Through its "RepairPal Certified" process, the company evaluates repair facilities to ensure they meet high standards, including qualified mechanics, quality parts, fair pricing, and customer satisfaction. With a network of over 3,800 certified repair shops across the United States, RepairPal collaborates with various organizations to extend its services to a broader customer base, facilitating informed decision-making for vehicle maintenance.
Zeet is a developer-focused application platform founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in streamlining code deployment, allowing developers to deploy applications seamlessly across various cloud providers, including AWS and GCP. Zeet's platform offers an all-in-one DevOps solution that simplifies the deployment process, enabling users to manage self-hosted open-source projects while maintaining a cloud-native DevOps setup. This approach allows clients to concentrate on product development and release, enhancing their overall efficiency in managing complex deployment tasks.
Turnstyle Solutions
Acquisition in 2017
Turnstyle Solutions, Inc. specializes in location-based marketing solutions and consumer analytics tailored for brick-and-mortar retail environments. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company offers a user-friendly, customizable dashboard that allows retailers to enhance their offline marketing strategies, loyalty initiatives, and operational efficiencies, including scheduling and staffing. Turnstyle also provides developer-friendly APIs that enable third-party integrations, facilitating features such as instant check-ins for social media, in-app push notifications for loyalty programs, and dynamic changes to digital signage for retargeting efforts. As of April 2017, Turnstyle Solutions operates as a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.
NoWait
Acquisition in 2017
NoWait, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in a mobile application designed to enhance the dining experience. Founded in 2010, the company offers a restaurant reservation and waitlist management system that connects consumers with casual dining establishments across the United States. Through its app, users can join waitlists and manage reservations digitally, allowing them to streamline their restaurant visits. By providing a comprehensive platform for both diners and restaurant management, NoWait enables quick access to dining options while improving operational efficiency for restaurants. In 2017, NoWait became a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.
NoWait
Funding Round in 2016
NoWait, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in a mobile application designed to enhance the dining experience. Founded in 2010, the company offers a restaurant reservation and waitlist management system that connects consumers with casual dining establishments across the United States. Through its app, users can join waitlists and manage reservations digitally, allowing them to streamline their restaurant visits. By providing a comprehensive platform for both diners and restaurant management, NoWait enables quick access to dining options while improving operational efficiency for restaurants. In 2017, NoWait became a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.
Eat24 is a San Francisco-based web-based food and delivery service founded in 2008. The company partners with local restaurants to provide an extensive selection of over 40,000 dining options across more than 1,500 cities. Its user-friendly mobile application and website allow customers to easily order food online from a diverse range of cuisines, enabling convenient delivery or pick-up. Eat24 offers features such as live chat, email support, and 24-hour phone assistance, ensuring a seamless customer experience. The service includes options for re-ordering and pre-ordering meals, as well as exclusive deals available through its VIP program. With a commitment to enhancing the food ordering experience, Eat24 continues to expand its offerings and reach.
Cityvox
Acquisition in 2014
Cityvox is a company that specializes in providing information about leisure venues and activities, catering to a diverse range of establishments including restaurants, bars, cinemas, concerts, and other entertainment options. With insights derived from nearly one million members, Cityvox generates consumer reviews and tips that help individuals plan successful outings on both weekdays and weekends. The platform serves as a valuable resource for businesses in the restaurant and nightlife sectors, offering them consumer insights that can enhance their services and engagement with customers. By fostering an active community, Cityvox enhances the experience of discovering and enjoying various entertainment options.
Restaurant-Kritik
Acquisition in 2014
Yelp is an online platform that provides its users with reviews on culinary experiences. The platform enables its users to upload and share their culinary experiences based on their location with others. Furthermore, they can view to reviews posted by others and provide ratings. They are able to provide reviews on restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sport, beauty, and cars. Yelp was launched in 2002 and is based in Hamburg.
Yelp Reservations
Acquisition in 2013
Yelp Reservations (formerly known as SeatMe) provides a reservations and guest management system for restaurants. SeatMe was founded in 2011, acquired by Yelp in early 2013, and renamed Yelp Reservations in 2016.
Qype is a social network focused on user-generated reviews of businesses and locations, founded in 2005 by German entrepreneur Stephan Uhrenbacher. It features a comprehensive database that allows users to browse and discover highly rated places across Europe and beyond, covering more than 160,000 cities and towns in nine languages. Users can contribute by adding new locations, writing reviews, and sharing photos and videos. The platform also facilitates community engagement through message boards and groups. Qype is accessible via both its website and a mobile application, enabling users to find top-rated establishments near their current location.