What is eGifter?
Launched in 2011, eGifter has established itself as a key player in the e-gifting and stored value market. The company's platform is designed to empower retailers and strategic partners by providing robust tools to manage and scale their gift card and stored value initiatives. Through its eGifter Rewards and Gift Card API, the company integrates gift card functionalities into corporate reward and incentive programs. For consumers, eGifter.com and its mobile applications offer a comprehensive marketplace for purchasing gift cards, earning loyalty points, accessing exclusive sales, receiving cash back, sending group gifts, and managing digital gift cards within a unified wallet.
How much funding has eGifter raised?
eGifter has raised a total of $9.1M across 5 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$1.3M
Angel/Seed
$1.7M
Private Equity
$1.5M
Private Equity
$3.5M
Private Equity
$1M
Other Financing Round (2013): $1.3M with participation from Tyler Roye and Long Island Angel Network
Angel/Seed (2013): $1.7M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2015): $1.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2015): $3.5M featuring BDS Capital, Angel Dough Ventures, Long Island Angel Network, and 94Bits
Private Equity (2016): $1M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in eGifter
BDS Capital
BDS Capital is a venture capital firm based in New York that focuses on seed-stage technology companies, aiming to support innovative startups in their early development phases.
Long Island Angel Network
The Long Island Angel Network (LIAN) is a non-profit organization that provides access to seed-stage funding for early-stage businesses, primarily those located on Long Island, by facilitating investment opportunities for its accredited investor members.
94Bits
Undisclosed investor participating in the funding round.
What's next for eGifter?
The recent major strategic investment suggests eGifter is poised for accelerated expansion and market penetration. With a history of securing substantial funding, the company is likely focusing on enhancing its technological infrastructure, broadening its network of retail partners, and refining its consumer-facing features. Future developments may include deeper integration with corporate incentive platforms and further innovation in loyalty program management, solidifying its position as a leader in the digital gifting ecosystem.
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