Zingle
Valuation
$6.6M
2021 Revenue
$2.2M
Customers
2K
Funding
$0
Avg ACV
$1.1K
Team
26
Founded
2009
How Zingle CEO Ford Blakely grew Zingle to $2.2M revenue and 2K customers in 2021.
Zingle is a software solution which enables businesses to communicate with customers through text messaging. Our real-time enterprise platform works on any device, providing the tools to deliver an instant, actionable, and seamless customer experience. With Zingle, businesses have access to powerful features including multi-channel messaging, contact management, and automation workflows, all organized into one Team Inbox.
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Zingle Revenue
In 2021, Zingle's revenue reached $2.2M. Since its launch in 2009, Zingle has shown consistent revenue growth.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Zingle Hit $2.2m revenue in April 2021 |
| 2009 | Launched with $0 revenue |
Zingle Valuation, Funding Rounds
Zingle's most recent disclosed valuation is $6.6M.
Zingle is a bootstrapped Business Instant Messaging Software startup. Founded in 2009, Zingle has grown to $2.2M in revenue without raising any venture capital or outside funding.
As a self-funded Business Instant Messaging Software SaaS company, Zingle has built its business with no outside investment.
| Year | Round | Amount | Valuation | % Sold |
|---|
Zingle Employees & Team Size
Zingle employs approximately 26 people as of 2026.
Zingle has 26 total employees in different roles and functions and 7 sales reps that carry a quota. They have 2K customers that rely on the company's solutions.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Reached 26 employees (April 2021) |
Founder / CEO
Ford Blakely
Ford Blakely has spent over 20 years involved in startups, finance and various entrepreneurial projects. Ford is a Certified Public Accounting who earned his BA from Furman University in 1997, before attending University of Tennessee to earn a Masters in Accountancy. Ford started his financial career at Arthur Andersen and later moved on toinvestment banking at RBC Capital Market specializing in telecommunication start-ups and video technology companies at all stages. Ford left the RBC Capital Markets to join LECG, a San Diego based financial consulting firm. Ford is now the founder and CEO of Zingle Inc., an enterprise text & messaging platform for customers to communicate with businesses for real-time customer service.
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Customers
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LockedFrequently Asked Questions about Zingle
What is Zingle's revenue?
Zingle generates $2.2M in revenue.
Who founded Zingle?
Zingle was founded by Ford Blakely.
Who is the CEO of Zingle?
The CEO of Zingle is Ford Blakely.
How much funding does Zingle have?
Zingle raised $0.
How many employees does Zingle have?
Zingle has 26 employees.
Where is Zingle headquarters?
Zingle is headquartered in United States.
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