Lounge

Community platform for university students and Gen Z

Lounge logo
1-20 employees
  • B2C
  • Mobile
  • Community
City of London, London, UK

Company mission

Communities and events, no distractions

Our take

Lounge offers a refreshing solution to the overwhelming noise of traditional social media platforms. In an era marked by the decline of Facebook and growing concerns over privacy and mental health on social networks, Lounge steps in to offer a tailored experience for university students and Gen Z users.

The platform's emphasis on cultivating meaningful connections among the younger generation distinguishes it from competitors. Operating actively across major university campuses in the UK and Ireland, with plans to expand overseas, setting its sights on becoming the premier global network for students and Gen Z users, leveraging its community-centric approach to foster a sense of belonging.

With substantial funding from prominent investors such as those behind Canva and Stripe, Lounge is poised for significant growth and innovation. This financial backing not only validates the platform's potential but also provides the resources necessary for its expansion and development overseas.

Freddie headshot

Freddie

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Benefits

  • Work Macbook
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • NEST pensions
  • Cycle to work
  • Team socials :)
  • Free snacks in the office
  • Flexible working so that you can be in control of your own time and life
  • Learning and development opportunities across the business

Funding (2 rounds)

Feb 2022

$4m

Seed

Dec 2021

$0.6m

Total funding: $4.6m

Leadership

Jack Symonds

(Co-Founder)

Ex Oxford/BCG and serial entrepreneur