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8seats is a company-controlled team messaging app for frontline and deskless workforces, positioned as a WhatsApp alternative that keeps work conversations, contacts and history on a business-owned platform. It serves industries such as retail, hospitality, facilities management and construction, with mobile, web and desktop apps and admin controls for multi-site organisations.
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Iain McDonaldFounderIain McDonald founded one of Australia's early digital agencies in 1998, later acquired through Microsoft and Publicis, before founding 8Seats, a business-controlled team messaging platform for frontline workforces. He has founded five startups and worked across digital, creative, and technology domains.
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Sándor MoldánFounderHe previously served as an Executive Creative Director at Razorfish and has advised on strategy for multiple startups including Carma, Humanforce, and Laava.
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Jelix VenturesreportedSydney
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Frequently asked questions
- What does 8Seats do?
- 8seats is a company-controlled team messaging app for frontline and deskless workforces, positioned as a WhatsApp alternative that keeps work conversations, contacts and history on a business-owned platform. It serves industries such as retail, hospitality, facilities management and construction, with mobile, web and desktop apps and admin controls for multi-site organisations.
- Who founded 8Seats?
- 8Seats was founded by Iain McDonald, Sándor Moldán.
- Who are 8Seats's investors?
- 8Seats's investors include Black Nova VC, Jelix Ventures.