Executive Summary: The business and growth model of Tinder is based on a freemium approach, meaning core aspects of the app can be accessed at no cost while premium features require payment. Tinder makes money from monthly or yearly subscriptions, in-app purchases, and advertising displayed within the app. First of All: What Is Tinder? … Read more
Executive Summary: Flyhomes is an online real estate brokerage and mortgage broker that allows homeowners to trade in their properties for a new unit. Flyhomes primarily makes money through a variety of fees as well as through interest rates on mortgages it issues. Founded in 2015, Flyhomes is now one of the fastest-growing real estate … Read more
Google Glass was one of the first hardware forays the Mountain View-based search giant embarked on. After the early hype, which resulted in Time Magazine naming it the Best Invention of the Year, Google Glass’ fall from grace couldn’t have been more spectacular. Google shuttered the project, which had been solely made available to a … Read more
Executive Summary: Figma is a collaborative design application that allows users to collaborate on projects over a web browser. Figma makes money via various subscription plans for its software products as well as through plugin fees it collects from third-party developers. Founded in 2012, Figma has grown to become one of the most popular design … Read more
Executive Summary: Stocard is a mobile wallet that allows its members to store all of their loyalty cards in one single application. Stocard makes money by allowing companies to advertise on its app, through payment fees, and the sale of aggregated data. Founded in 2011, Stocard is now one of the biggest mobile wallet providers … Read more
Executive Summary: Stack Overflow is a question-and-answer site where users can post questions on all things programming, which are then answered by the forum’s users. Stack Overflow makes money from various advertising options as well as by selling software to enterprise customers. The firm operates under an aggregator business model. Founded in 2008, Stack Overflow … Read more
Executive Summary: UNiDAYS is a global affinity network that provides exclusive deals and discounts of up to 50 percent to students. UNiDAYS makes money through commissions paid by its brand partners as well as through marketing services. It operates under an affiliate business model. Founded in 2011, it is now the leading platform of its … Read more
Executive Summary: Faire is a platform that connects small retailers with brands and manufacturers to purchase items at wholesale prices. Faire makes money by taking a commission from each sale on its platform as well as subscription fees paid by retailers. It operates under a marketplace business model. Founded in 2017, Faire has grown into … Read more
Executive Summary: TickPick is an online platform on which members can purchase tickets from licensed professional brokerages. TickPick makes money by charging sellers on its platform a flat fee of 10 percent. The commission is applied whenever a ticket is sold through the platform. Founded in 2011, TickPick is now one of the biggest … Read more
Executive Summary: Too Good To Go is a platform on which restaurants, supermarkets, and other establishments can sell surplus food. Too Good To Go makes money by charging a fixed order-based fee as well as a yearly administrative fee to its partners. The company operates under a marketplace business model. Founded in 2015, Too Good … Read more