The Start ProjectAbout Us
We've been at this since the very beginning of the World Wide Web. On any given day, you likely use services or features that we once pioneered or popularized. Ubiquitous things like wallpaper, uploading and sharing photos, even the retweet.
We were behind the very first user generated content and built one of the first large scale freemium businesses online.
We're versed in communities -- both online and IRL.
But mostly, we love the potential of software and design. We like ideas that make life less cumbersome but have a healthy respect for privacy and personal information.
Finally, We like projects where the intention is clear, positive, and well understood. More about Narendra , Nick , and Julie .
Get in Touch
Do you think you might have something that is a fit and need more information? We don't reply to everything, but we'll certainly try.
Portfolio
Along the way, we've built some stuff, made important innovations and contributions, and invested in great companies. Here is an abbreviated list:
- Projects
- Innovations
- Patents
- Investments
- All
Networked MD
Social Network for Doctors
Desktop Wallpaper
Made mainstream 1-Click - 1995
Photo Sharing
Origination of UGC - 1996
Asymmetric Follow
Birth of social networks - 1999
Freemium
A new business model for UGC - 2002
Input Triggers
Now ubiquitous - 2005
NLP Calendar
30 Boxes - 2006
Newsfeed
Yes, before Facebook - 2006
Content Cards
Replacing links with richer media - 2007
Adventure Projects
Sold to REI. Bought Back 2020.
the Hustle
Tech and Business News. Research.
Holey Grail Donuts
Taro Based from Kauai
Ample
Nutrition that Tastes Good
Voiceflow
Software to build Voice UI
Patreon
Via Crowdrise, Inc.
Medium
Via Talkshow
