TECH CRUNCH - Queerie, a new dating app aimed at LGBTQIA+ folks, wants to raise $300K. The startup shared its pitch deck with TechCrunch. The deck shows promise with its fresh, mission-driven approach. However, it has key areas that need improvement, according to TechCrunch.
- Team Diversity and Expertise: The team lacks diversity and appears overqualified in areas not directly beneficial to a startup's early stages, particularly missing marketing and startup experience.
- Unique Selling Proposition: The app doesn't clearly differentiate itself from other dating apps, missing an opportunity to highlight what makes it unique.
- User Engagement and Traction: Mention of 95 beta testers lacks evidence of meaningful engagement. Confusing timelines and growth projections also detract from the app's perceived viability.
- Financials and Growth Strategy: The financial projections and growth strategy appear unambitious, with insufficient budget for app development and unrealistic user growth expectations.
