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Lanyrd
AddedMar 20, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
Lanyrd

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Discover conferences, connect with speakers, and stay updated with Lanyrd - the social conference directory.

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Founded in 2010, Lanyrd is a social conference directory with a core mission to enhance the conference experience for attendees and speakers alike. The platform allows users to discover conferences, connect with speakers, and stay updated on events. Lanyrd's services include finding conferences that Twitter friends are attending, building speaker portfolios, and accessing information on past and ongoing conferences. The company primarily focuses on the events and conferences market, leveraging social media integration to provide a comprehensive event discovery and networking tool.

Notably, Lanyrd was co-founded by Simon Willison and Natalie Downe. The startup quickly gained traction and was later acquired by Eventbrite in 2013, marking a significant milestone in its growth. Lanyrd's impact is evident in its ability to streamline the conference experience through social connectivity and comprehensive event data, making it a valuable resource for both conference organizers and participants.

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Lanyrd - Quick Facts

Who are Lanyrd's competitors?

Companies similar to Lanyrd include Conference Hound, EventBrowse.com, EventVue and Eventbrite.

When was Lanyrd's last funding round?

Lanyrd's most recent funding round was for $14k (USD) in January 2011.

How much has Lanyrd raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2011, Lanyrd has raised a total of $14k (USD).

Lanyrd - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • SaaS
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Conference Directory
Tags
  • Events