The SaaS CFO £13M Raised to Map, Design, and Plan Physical Events
Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Paul Foster, founder and CEO of OnePlan. With a background in crowd science, Paul has extensive experience in managing large-scale events, including the Olympics.
Frustrated with the traditional methods of event planning, Paul embarked on a mission to revolutionize the industry with OnePlan. This innovative platform offers 2D and 3D mapping technology that not only streamlines the planning process but also optimizes risk management and enhances operational efficiency.
Join us as we dive into the world of event planning and discover how OnePlan is transforming the way we think about mapping and simulation.
Show Notes
00:01:36 Paralympic journey led to managing diverse events.
00:05:25 3D models used in operational planning, security, and commercialization.
00:08:56 Subscription model for event site plans.
00:11:55 Startup partner of Olympic Games, advertising methods.
00:14:12 Sustainable fundraising strategy, milestone-based growth, experienced investors.
00:17:06 Lessons learned in fundraising and investor strategy.
00:20:31 Focusing on target markets for progress and success.
Links
SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/oneplan-raises-5-3-million-in-funding
OnePlan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-plan-events/
OnePlan Website: https://www.oneplanevents.com/
Paul Foster’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fosteroneplan/
Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray/