The Venture Codex

Led · Series A · Dec 2012

Kapow Events operates an online marketplace that helps business professionals plan team building, client entertainment and company events by providing access to exclusive promotions, venues, ideas and custom event development. The company was launched in May 2011 and is led by CEO Marc Halpin. Kapow has grown to service over 1,200 client members, including more than 50 of Chicago’s largest companies. The recent financing will be used to continue development of its technology platform. The business focuses on serving corporate event planners and building partnerships with venues and promoters. Its customer base and platform development are the primary operational metrics disclosed. Kapow Events operates an online marketplace that provides business professionals responsible for planning team building, client entertainment and company events with free planning, promotions, exclusive venue access, ideas and custom event development. The company was founded by Marc Halpin and Dan McCormick and is based in Chicago, IL. In conjunction with its recent financing, Stuart Larkins and Pat Ryan Jr. joined the company’s board. Kapow intends to use the new capital to expand nationally and internationally. The article reports the company completed a $700K financing led by I2A and Pat Ryan Jr., with participation from FireStarter Fund and angel investors Brian Hand and Jeff Carter. No operating metrics or prior rounds are provided in the article.