KickApps’ on demand social media applications enable web publishers and marketers to quickly and easily grow, engage and monetize online audiences. Their platform features a broad spectrum of applications, including social networking, user-generated content, online video players and viral Widgets, that are tightly integrated with media and community management tools for complete control of the community. KickApps is highly customizable and flexible for seamless integration with any website using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and APIs. Customers include: ABC Family, CW Television, Scripps Network Interactive, VIBE Magazine, HBO, Cinemax, BET Networks, Cox Television, Fila, Kraft Foods, P&G, the Phoenix Suns, among many others.
Financials
| Date | Type | Amount | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/06 | Series A | 6M | Unknown | |
| 08/01/07 | Series B | 11M | Bain Capital Ventures, Alsop Louie Partners, Sienna Equity Partners, OCA Ventures | Unknown |
| 11/01/08 | Series C | 14M | Unknown |
People
Matt Bijur (VP, Business Development)
John Gabarino (Director, Business Development)
Jeff Zaretsky (VP, Business Development & Partnerships)
Peter Clark (Co-Founder)
Rahul Daterao (CTO)
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