Series
Category: AI Agents
An AI-powered social network that facilitates professional connections for Generation Z through text-based interactions. Series was founded in 2024. The company is led by Nathaneo Johnson. Based in New Haven, United States. Team size: 1-10. Total funding raised: $3.1 million. Latest round: Pre-seed. Key investors include Parable VC, Pear VC, Steve Huffman (Reddit CEO), Draper Goren Blockchain.
- Founded
- 2024
- Headquarters
- New Haven, United States
- Team size
- 1-10
- Total funding
- $3.1 million
Value proposition
To create a professional networking space that prioritizes genuine connections over superficial metrics like follower counts, thereby fostering more meaningful relationships.
Products and solutions
AI-powered social network with 'AI Friends' that live in iMessage to connect users.
Unique value
The platform's primary interface is text message-based, utilizing AI 'friends' to create connections, which differentiates it from traditional app-based social networks. It's also specifically tailored to the preferences and values of Gen Z.
Target customer
Gen Z students and young professionals seeking to build meaningful career networks.
Industries served
Social Networking, Professional Networking
Technology advantage
The core technological advantage lies in its AI-driven matchmaking algorithm that curates connections based on users' needs and aspirations. The business advantage is its sharp focus on the Gen Z demographic, which is looking for alternatives to established professional networks like LinkedIn.
How they differentiate
Series uses AI agents in iMessage to make meaningful introductions based on mutual value, focusing on private, curated connections rather than public broadcasting. It is positioned as a 'next-gen LinkedIn' for Gen Z.
Main competitors
LinkedIn, Facebook (Meta), Bumble Bizz
Key partnerships
No public information available.
Major milestones
Raised $3.1 million in a pre-seed round in 14 days.
Growth metrics
Not publicly available.
Market positioning
An AI-powered social networking platform focused on facilitating professional connections for the Gen Z demographic, often described as an 'anti-Facebook' due to its emphasis on privacy and curated introductions.
Geographic focus
United States
Patents and IP
No public information available.
About Nathaneo Johnson
Co-Founder & CEO at Series. Previously Fellow at Contrary, Investment Analyst at Yale Student Investment Group, and Private Equity Summer Analyst at Harlem Capital.
Official website: https://www.series.so/