Avabar
Mobile technology for nightlife industry: For users- easier, less costly, more fun. For vendors- more traffic & revenue, measurable data.
- Stage Full Product Ready
- Industry Mobile
- Location Minnetonka, MN, USA
- Currency USD
- Founded July 2012
- Employees 6
- Website avabar.com
Company Summary
Avabar is a mobile technology that provides bar-going users with an experience that is easier (less time wasted), less costly (user-targeted specials), and more engaging (fun, interactive). Vendors/Venues benefit by more traffic and revenue, and measurable data. Avabar in 4 words:MONETIZED- Multiple revenue streams. DISRUPTIVE- Paradigm shift based on user/tech evolution. MOBILEFIRST- Phone as primary platform. STICKY- Promotes on-going usage.
Team
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Christin VirdenMarketing
Seasoned venue/vendor professional:
- 8 yrs Liquor Marketing Experience
- 6 yrs Marketing/Promotions Leadership
- 9 yrs Bar/Restaurant Experience
She is responsible for development of marketing/promotional strategy, hiring/training of brand ambassadors and identify/streamling business processes. -
Kosh SamuelCEO
Business executive with strong leadership, sales, and technical experience:
- 18 yrs Tech Sales
- 8 yrs Executive Leadership
- 7 yrs Experience in Start-ups -
Perry SchmidtGeneral Manager
Strong experience and success in start-ups, technology and sales:
- 25 yrs Tech Sales Experience
- 12 yrs Executive Leadership
- 15 yrs Experience in Start-ups
Started, developed, and sold technology business to Fortune 25 company. Also, involved in multiple early-stage start-ups. -
Ivy TaheriPromotions
Seasoned promotions/marketing professional:
- 11 yrs Promotions/Marketing Experience
- 8 yrs Bar/Restaurant Experience
- 5 yrs Bar Ownership/Management
Ivy is responsible for execution of in-venue promotions/marketing activities. -
Jennifer GilhoiCommunications
Experienced PR, Communications, and Marketing expert:
- 14 yrs Public Relations
- 16 Communications Experience
- 8 yrs Social Media/Digital Experience
Jen is responsible for all aspects of Brand Strategy including PR, Communications, Social Media and event planning. -
Joel McLayBusiness Development
Experienced nightlife industry, bar, distributor, and supplier expertise:
- 20 yrs sales experience
- 16 yrs liquor distributor sales
- 8 yrs supplier ownership
- 12 yrs bar/restaurant ownership
Joel is responsible for all aspects of liquor supplier/distributor and venue business development.
Advisors
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Winthrop & WeinstineLawyerUnconfirmedBoyum & BarenscheerAccountantUnconfirmed
Previous Investors
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Perry SchmidtUnconfirmedTimothy SteigaufUnconfirmedKevin McGauleyUnconfirmed
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