Alexandra Boundsweig is the founder and CEO of Humhum, a dating app that focuses on well-being. The company has raised $2 million for an 18-month runway to roll out its service in the U.S. Wellness in the US is a $500 million market by 2030; Humum plans to serve unpartnered people who don't have access to mental health services.
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(9:52) Alexandra Bellensweig pitches HumHum
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