Upfront
DefunctYC W23San Francisco, US · Founded 2023 · 4 employees · 2 known investors
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Upfront connects homeowners with local service professionals for home projects through a text-based platform, using AI to match them with vetted contractors in their area.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerMarketplacesMarketplaceHome ServicesAI AssistantUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)
Upfront was founded in 2023 by Thomas Stephens and Andrew Hoskins.
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Thomas StephensinCo-founder & CEO2023–2024Thomas Stephens holds an M.S. and B.S. in Management Science & Engineering from Stanford University. He previously worked as a Launcher and General Manager at DoorDash, leading market expansion into suburban US regions and opening initial international markets including Australia and Japan. He is currently Co-Founder and CEO of Upfront, which helps retailers offer clean energy products at reduced prices through government and utility rebates.
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Andrew HoskinsinCo-Founder & CTO2022–2024Andrew Hoskins is co-founder and CTO of Upfront, which helps retailers offer clean energy products through rebate programs. He previously worked as an engineer at Affirm, where he contributed to payments and servicing systems.
Investors · 2
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries CSep 2022Source ↗
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Upfront do?
- Upfront connects homeowners with local service professionals for home projects through a text-based platform, using AI to match them with vetted contractors in their area.
- Who founded Upfront?
- Upfront was founded by Thomas Stephens, Andrew Hoskins in 2023.
- Who are Upfront's investors?
- Upfront's investors include Y Combinator, Baird Capital.
- Where is Upfront headquartered?
- Upfront is headquartered in San Francisco, US.