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GoodNews
Operates coffee kiosks and stores, combining high-quality coffee with reading materials to foster positive community experiences
About GoodNews
GoodNewsCo is a unique startup that has reinvented the traditional newsstand concept by integrating it with a coffee shop. The company operates in Spain and aims to create a positive atmosphere, or "Buen rollo," as they call it, for their customers. They serve a wide range of clients, from coffee lovers to news enthusiasts, and even businesses looking for a refreshing coffee break experience for their employees.
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The company's business model is centered around transforming traditional newsstands into vibrant meeting points where people can enjoy a good cup of coffee while catching up on the latest news. They have successfully modernized the service to appeal to a younger demographic by adopting a minimalist aesthetic. In a unique marketing strategy, if a customer shares good news, they are rewarded with a free newspaper, magazine, or coffee.
GoodNewsCo also offers services to businesses, delivering their "Good Coffee" and positive vibes to workplaces. This not only provides a new revenue stream but also helps to foster a sense of community and positivity within corporate environments.
The startup was founded in 2020 by five young entrepreneurs in Barcelona who took over a local newsstand. They have since been working to breathe new life into newsstands across Spain, with coffee as the central focus.
In summary, GoodNewsCo is a promising startup that combines the traditional newsstand with a modern coffee shop, creating a unique business model that promotes positivity and community.
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Funding history
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| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | Nov 2023 | $266K | $61M | Crowdcube | ↗ |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Sep 2022 | $12M | $48M | La Vida es Chula Family Office · Barlon Capital · Thomas Meyer | ↗ |
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Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for GoodNews is 6.1K monthly website visits, up 52.5% over the last three months. GoodNews's team grew 3.9% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series A4 investors entered at this stage
- LOLa Vida es Chula Family Office
Barlon Capital
Thomas Meyer
Crowdcube
Other known investors5 additional known investors
Andrés Bou
Enric Vial
Harry Serra
Javier Rubio
Oscar Pierre
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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