FiveStars
- Total Funding$145.2 M
OverviewSuggest Edit
FiveStars provides a solution for local businesses to increase customer loyalty. The platform allows merchants to drive lasting increases in revenue without discounting, while increasing overall customer satisfaction through rewards.
| Type | Private | |
| Founded | 2011 | |
| HQ | San Francisco, CA, US | Map |
| Website | fivestars.com | |
| Employee Ratings | ||
| Overall Culture | C+ | More |
Recent NewsAll News
- This Week in European Tech: Qualcomm swoops in to buy Veoneer, GPS raises $300 million+, SumUp buys Fivestars, and more
- SumUp enters US through acquisition of Fivestars
- SumUp sums up Fivestars for $317 million, gains access to over $3 billion in sales
- European point of sale provider SumUp acquires customer loyalty startup Fivestars for $317M
Key People/Management at FiveStars
Victor Ho
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Doka
Head of Business Development, Chief Technology Officer
Chris Luo
Senior Vice President of Marketing and Inside Sales
Zach Shubert
Senior Vice President
of Engineering
David King
Chief Operating Officer
Gracie Binder
Vice President of Operations
FiveStars Office Locations
FiveStars has offices in San Francisco, Albuquerque, Arlington, Atlanta and in 40 other locations
San Francisco, CA, US (HQ)
500 3rd St #405, San Francisco
Albuquerque, NM, US
Albuquerque, NM, USA
Arlington, VA, US
Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
Atlanta, GA, US
Atlanta, GA, USA
Aurora, CO, US
Aurora, CO, USA
Austin, TX, US
Austin, TX, USA
FiveStars Financials and Metrics
Summary Metrics
Founding Date | 2011 |
FiveStars total Funding | $145.2 m |
FiveStars latest funding size | $52.5 m |
Time since last funding | 2 years ago |
FiveStars investors | Y Combinator, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Menlo Ventures, Ali Partovi, Hadi Partovi, Mayfield Fund, Start Fund, Chamath Palihapitiya, HarbourVest Partners, Rogers Venture Partners, Eric Stein, Vince Monical, Jake Winebaum, DCM Ventures, Sovereign’s Capital, Salt Partners |
FiveStars's latest funding round in October 2020 was reported to be $52.5 m. In total, FiveStars has raised $145.2 m
FiveStars Cybersecurity Score
FiveStars Online and Social Media Presence
2.64k Twitter followers
FiveStars has 2.64k Twitter Followers. The number of followers has increased 0.1% quarter over quarter
FiveStars's Trends
FiveStars Company Culture
Overall Culture
C+
69/100
CEO Rating
A+
82/100
Compensation
C-
64/100
Diversity
B-
72/100
FiveStars News and Updates
October 15, 2021
This Week in European Tech: Qualcomm swoops in to buy Veoneer, GPS raises $300 million+, SumUp buys Fivestars, and more
Happy Friday! This week, the Tech.eu research team tracked more than 110 tech funding deals worth almost €1.6 billion, and more than 10 exits, M&A transactions, and rumours, and related news stories across Europe, including […]
The post This Week in European Tech: Qualcomm swoops in to buy Veon…
October 14, 2021
SumUp enters US through acquisition of Fivestars
London-based mPOS vendor SumU has acquired Fivestars, a US local commerce network that combines a marketing platform with integrated payments, for $317 million in a mix of cash and stock.
October 14, 2021
SumUp sums up Fivestars for $317 million, gains access to over $3 billion in sales
London’s global payments provider SumUp has successfully completed the acquisition of Fivestars, a US-based startup that delivers vertically integrated payments, loyalty programmes, and a marketing automation platform. The translation amount […]
The post SumUp sums up Fivestars for $317 million, ga…
October 14, 2021
European point of sale provider SumUp acquires customer loyalty startup Fivestars for $317M
SumUp, a European-based competitor to Square, PayPal/iZettle and others that provide mobile-powered card readers and other sales technology to merchants and small businesses, has made an acquisition in the U.S. to dig deeper into that market, and to expand the kinds of services that it provides to c…
October 16, 2020
Fivestars raises $52.5 million in equity and debt financing
Fivestars, an integrated payment processing and marketing platform powering the largest local commerce network in the U.S., today announces it has raised $52.5 million in a combination of Series D equity and debt financing.
October 15, 2020
Small business payments and marketing startup Fivestars raises $52.5M
It’s a difficult time for small businesses — to put it mildly. And Fivestars CEO Victor Ho said that many of the big digital platforms aren’t really helping. Ho argued that those platforms (whether they offer delivery services, user reviews or marketing tools) all have the same underlying model: “Th…
FiveStars Blogs
October 28, 2021
5 Ways to Increase Customer Loyalty
Loyal customers keep your revenue flowing. In fact, loyal customers spend 67 percent more than occasional customers, which is why focusing on repeat business is a necessity. But, how?
The post 5 Ways to Increase Customer Loyalty appeared first on Fivestars Insights.
June 22, 2020
Start Taking Online Orders TODAY: Create a Small Business Shopify Store Within 2 Hours
The COVID-19 crisis in the United States and around the world completely upended the way people perform day-to-day activities. Interactions at many restaurants quickly became digital-first as delivery, curbside pick-up, or drive-thru-only became common with dining rooms across the country shuttered.…
May 25, 2020
Grow your Business Instagram account during COVID-19
[ps2id id=’instagram’ target=”/][ps2id id=’smallbusiness’ target=”/][ps2id id=’smallbusiness’ target=”/]The Covid-19 pandemic has significantly changed the way that business owners engage their public. You can no longer rely on advertising methods like TV and radio commercials to bring in business. …
May 21, 2020
Looking for a Punch Card App? 3 Things You Need to Know.
Today, nearly every form of business that was once done on paper is being partially or fully transitioned into a digital format. Loyalty cards and punch cards are no exception. If you are looking for a way to transform your existing loyalty program or launch a new one, this guide details the history…
May 18, 2020
Revamp Your Business Facebook Page to Level Up During Coronavirus Era
[ps2id id=’fbcoronavirus’ target=”/]With the onset of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, many companies must take unprecedented action in order to survive. Social distancing guidelines and related health regulations mean that many small businesses need to establish an online presence to remain…
May 13, 2020
Top 10 Examples of Spa and Salon Loyalty Programs
Gaining new customers may seem like the best way to help your business grow, but keeping those customers with a salon loyalty program is more effective in expanding your bottom line. With returning customers spending an average of two-thirds more in your establishment than first-timers, you need an …
FiveStars Frequently Asked Questions
When was FiveStars founded?
FiveStars was founded in 2011.
Who are FiveStars key executives?
FiveStars's key executives are Victor Ho, Matt Doka and Chris Luo.
How many employees does FiveStars have?
FiveStars has 264 employees.
Who are FiveStars competitors?
Competitors of FiveStars include Voyado, ClickDimensions and Ontraport.
Where is FiveStars headquarters?
FiveStars headquarters is located at 500 3rd St #405, San Francisco, San Francisco.
Where are FiveStars offices?
FiveStars has offices in San Francisco, Albuquerque, Arlington, Atlanta and in 40 other locations.
How many offices does FiveStars have?
FiveStars has 45 offices.
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