Lisnr develops ultrasonic data-over-sound technology that transmits data via inaudible sound for use cases such as ticketing at concert and sporting event gates, authentication, and mobile payments. The company serves retailers, commercial facilities, manufacturing plants, and automotive manufacturers. Lisnr’s technology is already integrated with a wide base of customers across those industries. The company expects its technology to expand into financial services, mobility, and ridesharing. Lisnr was founded in 2012 and is led by CEO Eric Allen. It is based in Oakland, California. LISNR provides an audio-based communications platform that uses high-frequency audio tones to send data between devices and can be integrated by dropping a few lines of code into existing software. The technology is positioned as an "ingredient" for other products and services, enabling use cases like unlocking discounts and experiences today and aiming for contactless payments and broader device connectivity in homes and offices. CEO and co-founder Rodney Williams frames the approach as a lower-cost connector for devices that may not have Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi, using speakers to emit tones instead of adding radios. LISNR has built commercial traction with over 100 clients, including Heineken, AT&T, the Dallas Cowboys, Budweiser and Live Nation. The company is working to advance the product into a protocol that can connect devices across multiple verticals and potentially sit inside payment and wearable ecosystems. Lisnr is a Cincinnati, OH-based provider of an audio-based marketing and content distribution platform. Its core product is a mobile engagement platform that allows consumers to interact with media and the live environment everywhere. The company aims to create a layer of exploration and discovery in audio, connecting fans with artists and bringing interactivity to live events. Lisnr is led by Josh Glick, Nikki Pfahler, Chris Ridenour, Chris Ostoich and Rodney Williams. It closed a $3.5M Series A financing round.

Total raised

$14M

Funding rounds

3

Latest round

Series B

Latest activity

Nov 2015