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Influential

Founded 2013 · 672 employees on LinkedIn · 9 known investors

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Influential operates Captiv8, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform that unifies creator discovery, campaign execution, and performance measurement across a network of 15+ million creators. It serves enterprise brands, including a majority of the Fortune 500, using machine learning and social platform API integrations to match brands with creators and track campaign ROI.

Founders & leadership

Influential was founded in 2013 by Ryan Detert.

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Ryan DetertCo-founderRyan Detert is co-founder of Influential, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform that connects brands with creators across social media platforms. The company has leveraged machine learning and AI integrations since 2015 and serves Fortune 500 clients.

Investors · 9

Also in the syndicate · 5

ActivistCapital ZedleadECA VenturesEuroplay Capitol AdvisorsleadParadigm Talent Agency

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$17M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2016–2018

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2 people who came through Influential went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Influential do?
Influential operates Captiv8, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform that unifies creator discovery, campaign execution, and performance measurement across a network of 15+ million creators. It serves enterprise brands, including a majority of the Fortune 500, using machine learning and social platform API integrations to match brands with creators and track campaign ROI.
Who founded Influential?
Influential was founded by Ryan Detert in 2013.
Who are Influential's investors?
Influential's investors include Autochrome Ventures, Fourward Ventures, Tech Coast Angels, WME.
How much funding has Influential raised?
Influential has disclosed $17M raised across 2 rounds.