Qollaboration, Inc.

Qollaboration, Inc. offers a digital platform called BrightCrowd that enhances community engagement by allowing users to create and share digital books securely, fostering connections among participants. Founded in 2014 by Andreas Zoellner and TJ Duane, Qollaboration, Inc. operates from Redwood City, US.

The company focuses on connecting individuals through digital books tailored for various organizations, including universities and corporate teams, with its most recent deal occurring on September 8, 2016, when they raised an undisclosed amount in Seed funding from investors such as NFX and Three Fish Capital. BrightCrowd specializes in creating digital books aimed at fostering authentic and enduring connections among participants, enabling them to share personal and professional updates, memories, and photos within a secure and private environment. Their core offering allows organizations, such as universities, corporate teams, and non-profit groups, to engage participants meaningfully. The platform requires no software installation or systems integration, allowing users to begin sharing and connecting almost immediately.

BrightCrowd's services are tailored for a diverse client base, including educational institutions like the University of Oregon and North Carolina State University, as well as corporate entities and non-profit organizations. These products are utilized primarily in North America, with potential applications in other regions where such community engagement is sought. BrightCrowd's revenue model primarily centers around subscription-based access to its platform, where organizations pay for the ability to create and maintain digital books that enhance community engagement. Transactions typically involve institutional clients entering into annual partnerships that allow them to utilize BrightCrowd's tools for specific events, such as alumni reunions or team-building retreats.

The structure supports both direct-to-consumer and B2B transactions, depending on the nature of the client. While specific pricing details for their offerings are not disclosed, the costs are associated with the scale of engagement and the number of participants involved in each digital book. BrightCrowd’s flagship service is its customizable digital books, which have proven successful in increasing participant engagement rates significantly compared to traditional social community platforms. Following their Seed funding in September 2016, Qollaboration, Inc.

plans to enhance its product offerings, focusing on developing new features for BrightCrowd that will improve user interactivity and engagement. The company aims to expand into new markets within North America while exploring opportunities in Europe by 2025. The funding will be utilized to support these initiatives, enabling the design and launch of additional functionalities that cater to a broader audience.