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Security Type
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SAFE
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Categories
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Other
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Min Investment
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$100
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Offering Date
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May 01, 2019
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Expected Close Date
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August 31, 2019
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Target Raise
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$25.00K-$1.07M
Company Description
Literary matchmaker for readers and authors
Perks
Invest $100 - Book+Main Bites Investor Badge on Reader or, Author Profile
Invest $500 - All of the above, plus mention in our newsletter of over 45,000 authors and readers
Invest $1,000 - All of the above, plus a limited edition, Book+Main investor shirt
Invest $5,000 - All of the above, plus a limited edition Book+Main investor swag pack
Invest $10,000 - All of the above, plus an invitation to an investor dinner with the Founding Team in Chicago (transportation not included)
Invest $25,000 - All of the above, plus round trip airfare (economy class within the 48 states) to Chicago, IL, hotel accommodations (2 nights) and a private dinner with the Founding Team.
Key Deal Facts
Marketplace pairing romance authors & readers through 'Bites'—excerpts specifically chosen by the author—including exclusive sneak peeks, serials and bonus scenes
Romance is the #1 best-selling genre in the U.S. at $1.4B+ annually
Over 45,000 registered users on the platform, including more than 3,400 authors
Readers from 150+ countries on Book+Main
$20K+ in advertising and affiliate revenue
Use of Proceeds
Marketing and Customer Acquisition, Technology Enhancement, Platform Development, General Operating Expenses
Management Team / Advisory Board Bios
Tracey Suppo
Founder & CEO
Tracey’s 25-year marketing career includes fashion, cosmetics, live entertainment & real estate. Her most recent role was VP, Marketing at a national commercial RE firm. A lifelong reader, she owns a romance blog/group with 20k+ readers & authors.
Melissa Saneholtz
Partner & CMO
10+ years in sales and marketing. 4 years in the publishing industry. Melissa has built a strong network within romance. Under her marketing guidance, many authors have achieved USA Today, New York Times, and countless Amazon bestseller titles.
Kyle Backer
COO
With over 15 years of experience optimizing business operations, Kyle effectively increases efficiency through software design and technology management. He directs company operations and product management for Book+Main.
Toni McCarty
CFO
20+ years of experience in business finance and accounting. Toni has experience in developing accounting systems, overseeing accounting departments and is responsible for financial reporting and forecast modeling.
Robert 'Bo' Davis
Acting CTO
15 yrs software development experience. Has overseen technical direction of products supporting millions of users. *Acting: engaged in that capacity, but not formally appointed to the position by the Company and its Directors
Kristy Lapidus
Chief Culture Officer
Kristy Lapidus has spent the last 16 years consulting with senior leaders on complex digital business projects. She focuses on building high performing teams, optimizing organization design, and guiding the delivery of delightful software, fast.
