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The Third Place

YC W21

San Francisco, US · Founded 2020 · 2 employees · 9 known investors

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The Third Place is a platform that celebrates and connects local makers including family-run restaurants, coffee shops, florists, and independent chefs. It helps local businesses expand their reach and build community connections while preserving neighborhood creative spirit.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerEnterprise SoftwareFintechMarketplacesSaaSCommunitySubscriptionsUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W21)

The Third Place was founded in 2020 by Vivien Sin and Glen Wang.

VSVivien Sin
Vivien SinCEO and Co-founderCo-founder and CEO of The Third Place, a platform connecting local makers including restaurants, coffee shops, florists, and independent chefs.
GWGlen Wang
Glen WangCo-Founder and CTOGlen Wang is the CTO of The Third Place.

Investors · 9

f7 Ventureslisted by f7 VenturesTiburon · $10K – $5M

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Leonis Capitallisted by Leonis CapitalSan Francisco

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Toba Capitallisted by Toba CapitalLos Angeles · $1M – $10M

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Global Founders CapitalreportedBerlin · $1M

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Goodwater CapitalreportedBurlingame · $5M – $50M

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Next Play VenturesreportedMenlo Park · $100K – $5M

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Tribe CapitalreportedSan Francisco · $25K – $40M

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Frequently asked questions

What does The Third Place do?
The Third Place is a platform that celebrates and connects local makers including family-run restaurants, coffee shops, florists, and independent chefs. It helps local businesses expand their reach and build community connections while preserving neighborhood creative spirit.
Who founded The Third Place?
The Third Place was founded by Vivien Sin, Glen Wang in 2020.
Who are The Third Place's investors?
The Third Place's investors include Alumni Ventures, f7 Ventures, Leonis Capital, Toba Capital, Y Combinator, Global Founders Capital, Goodwater Capital, Next Play Ventures and 1 more.
Where is The Third Place headquartered?
The Third Place is headquartered in San Francisco, US.