In 2012, one single belief brought LISNR’s founders together: ultrasonic audio is better. These individuals understood the growing need for a device- and platform-independent solution for sending short communication back and forth at the software level. They believed that companies shouldn’t have to spend on costly hardware or processes to drive more friction-less and connected experiences.
To fill the need, they developed the idea of a software solution for encoding data into inaudible tones. On a three-day, SXSW-bound, Cincinnati StartupBus, LISNR® was born, pitched, and moved to a seed round. Over the past 7 years, LISNR has raised over $35M and pioneered many advancements in ultrasonic technology, ultimately driving its usage in payments today.
LISNR’s proximity solutions ensure secure, seamless and contactless data transfer. Powered by a ubiquitous device & OS platform, LISNR’s non-captive near-field association provides proof-present authentication enabled through proximity tokens. From entry validation to payments and fulfillment, LISNR empowers merchant micro-moments across the customer journey.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, LISNR is currently deployed in 8 countries via multiple global partners. LISNR powers transactions and connects the online to offline customer journey globally with the most advanced near Ultrasonic Data Platform. Founded in 2012, LISNR’s major investors include Visa, Intel, Jump Capital, Mercury Fund, R/GA, and Synchrony Financial.
Eric Allen
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Eric Allen is the CEO of LISNR®, a critical part of the team for over five years. As a part of LISNR’s executive department, Eric ensures our team is aligned with our goals and objectives. Using his years of expertise and passion for technology, Eric also assists our clients in solving their payment and customer experience challenges.
Rodney Williams
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Rodney Williams is the Co-Founder of LISNR®, responsible for supporting the company’s commercial activities and strategy execution. He’s been with LISNR® since its founding and served as the CEO till August 2018. Rodney serves our clients by solving complex problems with his years of entrepreneurship and tech expertise.
Vicky Sagehorn
Vicky Sagehorn
Warren Williams
Warren Williams
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