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How Sharpspring CEO Rick Carlson grew Sharpspring to $14M revenue and 1.4K customers in 2017.

SharpSpring marketing automation helps marketers drive more leads, convert more leads to sales, and optimze marketing ROI

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Sharpspring Revenue

In 2017, Sharpspring's revenue reached $14M. Since its launch in 2012, Sharpspring has shown consistent revenue growth.

Sharpspring Revenue GrowthReported revenue / ARR by year$0$3M$6M$9M$12M$15M201220132014201520162017$0$14MSource: GetLatka.com
YearMilestoneQuote
2017Sharpspring Hit $14m revenue in November 2017
2012Launched with $0 revenue

Sharpspring Valuation, Funding Rounds

Sharpspring's most recent disclosed valuation is $42M.

Sharpspring is a bootstrapped Sales Engagement Software startup. Founded in 2012, Sharpspring has grown to $14M in revenue without raising any venture capital or outside funding.

As a self-funded Sales Engagement Software SaaS company, Sharpspring has built its business with no outside investment.

Sharpspring Capital Raised & ValuationCumulative capital raised and post-money valuation by roundCapital raised (cum.)Valuation$0$120122012 cumulative: $0 • 2012 Founded: $02012 Founded: $0 valuationSource: GetLatka.com
YearRoundAmountValuation% SoldQuote

Sharpspring Employees & Team Size

Sharpspring employs approximately 264 people as of 2026, up from 241 in 2019, including 53 sales reps that carry a quota. It serves 1.4K customers that rely on its solutions.

Sharpspring Team GrowthReported headcount over time06012018024030020122013201420152016201720182019202000264264Source: GetLatka.com
YearMilestone
2020Reached 264 employees (December 2020)
2020Reached 239 employees (June 2020)
2019Reached 241 employees (December 2019)
2018Reached 185 employees (December 2018)
2017Reached 145 employees (November 2017)

Founder / CEO

Rick Carlson

Mr. Carlson is the founder and CEO of SharpSpring, Inc. (NASDAQ: SHSP), a next generation marketing automation platform. In his 20-year career, Carlson has held numerous sales, marketing, and product roles for Internet companies, and is considered an expert at sale and marketing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sharpspring

What is Sharpspring's revenue?

Sharpspring generates $14M in revenue.

Who founded Sharpspring?

Sharpspring was founded by Rick Carlson.

Who is the CEO of Sharpspring?

The CEO of Sharpspring is Rick Carlson.

How much funding does Sharpspring have?

Sharpspring raised $0.

How many employees does Sharpspring have?

Sharpspring has 264 employees.

Where is Sharpspring headquarters?

Sharpspring is headquartered in Florida, United States.

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Sharpspring Revenue 2017: $14M ARR, $42M Valuation