Foneshow is a startup focusing on providing the fastest way to access, share, and enjoy short-form audio content directly from cell phones. The company has developed a telephony-based platform, primarily focusing on news, talk, and sports radio programming. Utilizing the cellular telephone network, Foneshow's platform allows users to subscribe to, access, publish, share, and consume short-form audio content directly from almost any cell phone, ensuring rapid delivery from the creator to the listener. The company is currently pursuing patents for its innovative system.
Founded in 2006 by Erik Schwartz and Nic Wolff, Foneshow started its journey at Ballston Beach in Truro, Massachusetts. The company was established as a Delaware LLC and secured a series A funding round in August 2007, with investments from CEI Community Ventures, Masthead Venture Partners, and the Small Enterprise Growth Fund of Maine. The last recorded investment was a $500.00K venture round investment by the Maine Technology Institute in June 2009.
The industries Foneshow operates in include Mobile and Music. The startup holds promise in innovating audio content distribution and mobile entertainment, making it an interesting prospect for potential investors.