# Scoutmob: Information technology & services, Atlanta, United States

> Scoutmob: Scoutmob was an Atlanta-based startup founded in 2010 by David Payne and Michael Tavani. Based in Atlanta, United States. Founded 2010.

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# Scoutmob

Scoutmob was an Atlanta-based startup founded in 2010 by David Payne and Michael Tavani.

Funding reported Last round: Undisclosed round

Information technology & services Atlanta, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2010 16 years old
- **Team:** 9 1 to 10 people
- **Funding reported:** $7.9M in dollars
- **Last round:** Undisclosed round May 2016

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- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Scoutmob

Scoutmob was an Atlanta-based startup founded in 2010 by David Payne and Michael Tavani.

The company gained recognition for its innovative approach to mobile commerce, offering free, location-based deals and a curated marketplace for unique goods from independent makers. At its peak, Scoutmob operated in 13 U.S. markets and was praised by major publications like Wired and Forbes. The company’s flagship service provided consumers with geo-targeted coupons that could be redeemed at local businesses without any upfront purchase. Additionally, Scoutmob featured a marketplace called "Shoppe," showcasing handcrafted items from over 1,000 independent artisans. The company also delivered hyper-local content through its mobile app, which included daily deals and integration with Google’s Field Trip App. Despite its closure, Scoutmob's model influenced the mobile commerce landscape and supported the maker economy.

## What company datasets say Scoutmob raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$7.9M** in dollars

Rounds **4**

Last round **Undisclosed round**

Last round size **$100K**

Last round date **May 2016**

Investors listed **7**

SEC Form D **$6.4M sold, 5 filings, last May 2016**

## Founders and team

From the SEC filings it signed: 1 on the team.

- **Paul Heerin** Executive Officer, Director i

On the board, as filed i *David Payne* *Stephen Stark* *Thanasis Delistathis*

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

consumers staying curious information technology & services supporting local business information technology marketplaces local services technology e-commerce curated web mobile commerce internet restaurants consumer internet supporting local appetites information & internet

- **Sector:** Information technology & services
- **Industry code:** NAICS 51929, SIC 7372, 5960
- **Region:** Georgia
- **Revenue:** $2.4M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/scoutmob)

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