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CarpeDM Dating

Techstars '22

Woodbridge, US · Founded 2018 · 5 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors

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CarpeDM is an exclusive dating platform combining human matchmaking with a video-first experience for singles seeking relationships with professional Black women. The service operates in major metropolitan areas across the United States, featuring verified member profiles, curated matching, and an 86% success rate.

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Founders & leadership

CarpeDM Dating was founded in 2018 by Naza Shelley.

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Naza ShelleyCEO & Queen of HeartsNaza Shelley is CEO of CarpeDM, an exclusive dating platform for professional Black women that combines human matchmaking with video-first features. She previously founded LoveCast and operates Jentree Jones Consulting Co.

Investors · 3

Techstarslisted by TechstarsBoulder · $220K

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Elevate CapitalreportedPortland · $2M – $25M

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Frequently asked questions

What does CarpeDM Dating do?
CarpeDM is an exclusive dating platform combining human matchmaking with a video-first experience for singles seeking relationships with professional Black women. The service operates in major metropolitan areas across the United States, featuring verified member profiles, curated matching, and an 86% success rate.
Who founded CarpeDM Dating?
CarpeDM Dating was founded by Naza Shelley in 2018.
Who are CarpeDM Dating's investors?
CarpeDM Dating's investors include Gaingels, Techstars, Elevate Capital.
Where is CarpeDM Dating headquartered?
CarpeDM Dating is headquartered in Woodbridge, US.