Amigos, a social platform based in Utrecht with a mission to foster real-life connections, announced that it has secured a €1M investment from former directors of Booking.com, Hyves, and Ahold.
With over 800,000 users, the Amigos app aims for global expansion and claims that the investors will play a key role in guiding the company through this growth phase.
Investors supporting Amigos
The Dutch company has found support from individuals like David Vismans, former CPO of Booking.com, former CTO of Hyves; Hans Willemse, former CIO of Ahold Europe; Tsibo Lin, founder of The Foodhallen, director at KHN Amsterdam; and, Bart Peute, CEO of YourTicketProvider, a part of CM.com.
With this deal, International DJ Ferry Corsten will be joining the Amigos’ board.
Corsten says, “Thanks to my work, I’ve had the opportunity to visit many places in the world, but wherever I go, people are happiest when they come together – in real life. I think it’s great that Amigos now provides a platform that makes it easy to meet others and make new friends.”
Brief about Amigos
Founded in 2021 by Johanan Fraanje, Amigos is a social network that connects people through real-life activities.
With 800,000 users across seven countries and over €3M in funding, the app simplifies meeting up for shared activities. Users choose a “mood” as an interest, instantly connecting with others interested in similar activities, be it dining, socialising, or sports.
The app caters to the new generation, offering access to a vibrant community of like-minded peers with an adventurous spirit.
The platform aims to break the monotony of everyday life, providing users with surprises, social stimuli, and connections, encouraging them to step outside their bubble and unlock their full potential.
The company says, “Our mission is to create a world where unwanted solitude is a thing of the past. We enable people to step outside their bubble and create shared adventures.”
“Our mobile app provides a safe and fun way to interact, by hosting or attending low-key social activities. With Amigos, you discover new places, meet cool people and share special moments.”
Amigos provides two membership options: free Basic Membership and paid Premium Membership.
Capital utilisation
Amigos provides a real-life alternative to platforms like Instagram and TikTok, prioritising genuine interactions over prolonged on-platform engagement.
For this next phase, the investors will work closely with the company in the upcoming months to guide the platform’s global expansion.
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