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Plain Sight

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Highlights


$1M+ raised
Company has previously raised over $1M in capital
Notable angel backing
Company is backed by a notable angel investor
  • Experience - Our founding team has a wealth of knowledge in the space.
  • Recognition - We were recently featured by Apple as App of the Day.
  • Timing - Networking in the traditional sense is nearly impossible.
  • Backing - We raised $1M in a previous round from notable angel investors.
  • Mission - Provide access to social capital and combat unconscious bias.

Problem


Meaningful connections are hard to come by

Making new, meaningful connections is vital to our success, but actually doing so is left mostly up to chance or introductions. This creates a major roadblock for talented individuals who may not have the right contacts. 

The way in which we connect for networking hasn't evolved to match the new ways in which we work. The pandemic has made this process even more difficult, causing professional networks to decline in growth by 17%.

Solution


Curate connections between like-minded people

Plain Sight levels the playing field by allowing you to be intentional about who you connect with.  Instead of relying on being in the right place at the right time, we allow you to see the skills and interests around you to help you build thoughtful connections - no matter where you are.

Build your network with people who align with your goals and interests, both online and in-person.

Product


How it works

Step 1 - Find virtual spaces to check-in from anywhere, or check-in at physical spaces in your area.

Step 2 - Grow your network by following users in different spaces. Get notified when the type of profiles you're looking for check-in.

Step 3 - Engage and collaborate on your home feed with people checked-in with you, people you follow, and people following you.

Traction


A comeback story

Almost immediately after launching in October 2019, we secured a partnership with Delta Airlines to list all Delta Sky Lounges on the app in February of 2020. 

When the pandemic hit, all partnerships and customers came to a screeching halt. Since July, our user base has increased by 250% to 7,000 users and overall activity has increased by 20% MOM, and 20% DAU/MAU ratio.

This increase comes as a result from promoting virtual communities for networking like General Assembly, as well as Covid-friendly physical spaces.

Customers


A community for go-getters

Our target users are people who we refer to as "go-getters". They are primarily freelancers, remote workers, entrepreneurs, creatives, and business professionals who work on-the-go. 

They are actively seeking networking and business development opportunities, but may not always know the best way to find them.

Business model


B2B2C SaaS

Plain Sight uses a community-driven SaaS model for revenue. We charge businesses, brands, and organizations for promotion on the platform. We offer a way to build engaging communities, and provide hosts with data and analytics that inform their business decisions around programming and offerings.

The price to be listed on the platform varies depending on length of time and number of visitors allowed in a space. Fees are paid as one-time or monthly subscription. Plain Sight has generated $80k in revenue since last July. Individuals join for free. 

Market


A $45B TAM

The global networking market was valued at $45B in 2018, and is set to grow dramatically year-over-year. Plain Sight operates within the Consumer Relationship SaaS market, valued at $40.2B. 

We plan to grow our market by offering remote networking opportunities that are more flexible and COVID-friendly, and offering networking in less obvious spaces such as airports, arenas, and cafes.

Competition


Widening access to prevent missed opportunities

Plain Sight stands alone in offering users the ability to curate connections in an open community, as well as matching users based on shared skills, interests, and goals. 

Unlike conferences and networking events, opportunities to connect don't have to end when the event ends - Plain Sight allows users to continue growing their network.

Vision and strategy


Onward and Upward

Funding


$1M in Pre-seed capital

Plain Sight has raised $1M from a diverse group of investors such as Dan Gilbert, Founder of Rocket Mortgage, and Jason White, former CMO of Beats by Dre.

Founders


Diverse. Experienced. Gritty.

Deal terms


Valuation cap

$10,000,000

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Discount

0%

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Minimum investment

$100

The smallest investment amount that Plain Sight is accepting.
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Funding goal

$100K

The maximum amount the offering can raise is $100K.
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Deadline
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Bonus perks

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  • Plain Sight Gift Box which includes mug, dad hat, notepad, pins, and t-shirt.
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  • Special invitation to socially-distanced private 3-course dinner with other major investors. Plain Sight App will be used for networking. *Travel and lodging fees paid by investor."
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  • An all expense paid special invitation for investor and +1 to a socially-distanced private 3-course dinner with other major investors. Plain Sight App will be used for networking.
  • Other perks will be negotiated with each respective investor. Those opportunities could include, but are not limited to advisor roles, investment priority on next round, on year free virtual or physical space listing on the platform, and various business development opportunities.
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Raymond Brown
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I invest in Black innovation.

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Jenifer Daniels
Active investor
over 4 years ago

Networking needs a reboot, especially post-Covid. I love this idea and I want to contribute to its success!

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Gina Block
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over 4 years ago

About Plain Sight

Legal Name
Get to Work, Inc.
Founded
Nov 2017
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Delaware Corporation
Employees
5
Website
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1074 Woodward Avenue Downtown Detroit Wayne County 1906 , Detroit, MI
Headquarters
1074 Woodward Avenue Downtown Detroit Wayne County 1906, Detroit, MI, United States 48226

Plain Sight Team
Everyone helping build Plain Sight, not limited to employees

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James Chapman
Chief Executive Officer
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James has spent most of his career building bridges to social capital and financial opportunities. He started Detroit Demo Day, which has provided over $4 million in funding to small businesses. Prior, he ran an evening workspace for side-hustlers.
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Alexis Matteson
Chief Product Officer
Alexis is a product leader passionate about solving real-world problems by shipping products that live at the intersection of great design and strategic business. In her previous work, she managed projects including an outdoor coworking activation.
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Alex Johnston
Chief Operations Officer
Alex is an urbanist and human centered designer. She is a graduate of the London School of Economics and has spent her career solving public problems alongside citizens. Her passion is developing solutions that work for people, planet, and profit.
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Chas Bean
Principal Engineer
Chas is a serial startup engineer with experience in supply chain, academia, and the public sector. He has scaled entire technology stacks from the ground up, and is passionate about building utilitarian products and healthy teams.
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Chelsea Russell
Contract Head of Finance
Chelsea has more than 10 years experience in the financial and startup world, most recently serving as the CFO for Moment which exited to Verizon. She is passionate about working with entrepreneurs to build financial infrastructure to scale.
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Bill Broughton
Senior Engineer
Bill is a full-stack software engineer with experience ranging from Fortune 50 to pre-seed startups. He has a background in economics, corporate finance, and software engineering. His passion is using tech to create opportunity through connections.
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Colby Berthume
Advisor - Growth Marketing
Colby has spent most of his career helping market, grow and operationalize high-growth startups - working with two of Michigan’s most well known startups in StockX and Duo Security. He has a bachelors degree from Michigan State University.
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Chelsea Russell
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Bill Broughton
Senior Engineer
Colby Berthume
Advisor - Growth Marketing

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How CEO James Chapman Bet It All With His Social Media Pl...
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The app officially launched in October of 2020 and in February, Plain Sight scored its first major partnership with Delta...

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