Scout
Scout is a self-installed, wireless home security system that is modern, open and affordable
- Stage $1M in TTM Revenue
- Industry Consumer Products
- Location Chicago, IL, USA
- Currency USD
- Founded January 2013
- Employees 9
- Website scoutalarm.com
Company Summary
Scout is a self-installed, wireless home security system that is modern, open and affordable. We've created an Apple quality experience for DIY security, which is severely lacking in the industry. Scout is positioned as a wedge into the smart home, as consumers value security and are used to paying for it. Our software and service platform deliver a world-class, end-to-end experience which is what will ultimately win this market.
Team
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Dave S ShapiroFounder
Founder and lead developer at Scout. Dave previously worked as a developer at Sandbox Industries, helping bring to life the startups generated in the incubation arm of Sandbox. He was a co-founder of Foodini with Dan. Previously, Dave worked at JP Morgan Chase as a developer. Dave has a degree in Computer Science (CSA) and leads the four person engineering at Scout, which is responsible for the backend systems, website, apps and firmware.
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Founder
Founder and lead designer at Scout. Dan previously worked as a Founder-in-Residence at Sandbox Industries, creating companies for Sandbox's incubation arm. He was previously a founder or co-founder of Foodini, Bigstove and Sidestax and has gained extensive startup experience across those endeavors. Dan has degrees in business and design. (BSBA, MDes) and utilizes a mix of the two for his various roles at Scout.
Advisors
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Greg Grove, Much ShelistLawyerUnconfirmedAl Kutchins, Kutchins Robbins and DiamondAccountantUnconfirmed
Previous Investors
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Amazon Alexa FundUnconfirmedPlug and Play Tech CenterUnconfirmed
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