NuPal

NuPal is a local social discovery platform that allows users to connect with the people and places around them that matter most, in real time.

  • Stage Full Product Ready
  • Industry Mobile
  • Location Chicago, IL, US
  • Currency USD
  • Founded 2013
  • Employees 6
  • Website nupalapp.com

Company Summary

NuPal…social decision-making, made easy.

NuPal is a social discovery platform that allows users to connect with and discover the world around them. The app is simple—it introduces you to other people who share similar interests, and recommends the best, most interesting places nearby for you to meet new friends.

Businesses who are part of the NuPal community have the ability to shout-out and directly connect with relevant users.

Team

  • Ben Otfinoski
    Co-Founder, CEO

    CEO of SkiExperience.com (2010), expertise in building, managing, and leading a team from concept phase to launch and scale of a digital product. Northwestern Uni Professional Mentor, former marketing team member with Muscle Milk Chicago. Alumni of National Outdoor Leadership School, which provides formal leadership training in extreme environments.

  • Engin Yapici
    Co-Founder, Developer

    A biochemist by profession, a developer by passion. Developed the Android app 'Everything-A To-Do Organizer' which has 4.3/5 star rating, 150k total downloads and 30k active users. Co-founded the websites MetalForHire.com, JediForHire.com and GamerProvingGrounds.com.

Advisors

  • Dr. Pete Nelson
    UIC Dean of Engineering
    Unconfirmed
    Dave Otfinoski
    CEO, MyBusinessAssistant LLC
    Unconfirmed
    Greg Hickey, CPA
    CPA with over 30 yrs M&A experience
    Unconfirmed

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