Runway BPO
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Runway BPO - overview
Established
2003
Location
Riga, -, Latvia
Primary Industry
Outsourcing
About
Runway BPO is a domain name brokerage firm that specializes in providing premium domain names for businesses aiming to enhance their online presence, facilitating quick domain transfers and management services. Founded in 2003, Runway BPO operates from Riga, Latvia, primarily focusing on the domain name sector. The company was acquired by Webhelp in May 2018, marking a significant change in its operational structure. The total number of deals completed by the firm is two.
RunwayBpo. com specializes in offering premium domain names for sale, primarily targeting businesses looking to establish or enhance their online presence. The core product is the domain name itself, currently available for a purchase price of USD 2,495 or through a monthly payment plan of USD 103. 96 for 24 months.
The company's services include seamless domain transfer and ownership management through their registrar, NameBright. com, ensuring customers have access to their domains promptly after purchase, typically within one to two hours. The geographical markets for these products extend globally, supporting a broad range of industries and business models. In the most recent financial year, Runway BPO reported a revenue of USD 10.
62 mn. The revenue model is structured around direct sales of domain names, with customers able to choose between a lump-sum payment or financing options. The company also offers additional services such as WhoIs Privacy Protection, contributing to ongoing revenue through domain management services. Looking ahead, Runway BPO plans to enhance its product offerings with new domain name categories, although specific details on upcoming launches have not been disclosed.
The company aims to expand its market presence into North America and Asia by the end of 2024, targeting entrepreneurs and businesses seeking premium domain names in these regions. The recent acquisition by Webhelp in May 2018 is expected to bolster these growth initiatives, leveraging additional resources for strategic market entry.
Current Investors
KKR, Webhelp SAS
Primary Industry
Outsourcing
Sub Industries
BPO Services, Human Resources Services, Offshore IT Services/IT Outsourcing
Website
www.runwaybpo.com
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Runway BPO - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Runway BPO | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | Infonordic Market Intelligence & Research | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Runway BPO | - |
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