A sampling of D.C.-based start-ups

Living Social
www.livingsocial.com

LivingSocial is the social commerce leader behind LivingSocial Deals, a group buying program that invites people and their friends to save up to 90 percent on purchases at their favorite restaurants, spas, sporting events, hotels, and other attractions in major cities. LivingSocial launched in 2007 and has more than 85 million users. Some of LivingSocial’s deals have resulted in over 1 million purchases.

Hello Wallet

www.hellowallet.com

HelloWallet describes itself as a wealth-boosting application designed to help its members manage their day-to-day finances, build savings, and plan for the future. HelloWallet is independent from financial institutions. The app is primarily distributed through Fortune 500 and other employers as an HR benefit for employees. Anyone can access the program for $8.95 a month.

FitFeud

www.fitfeud.com

FitFeud is a competitive wellness platform that gives individuals, groups, and organizations the ability to harness their competitive nature as a motivational tool for weight loss, wellness, and a healthier lifestyle. With FitFeud, you can challenge friends, family, and co-workers to a weight loss competition without having to worry about tracking spreadsheets and weigh-ins.

WatchParty

www.watchparty.tv

WatchParty lets people create virtual living rooms to share the television experience with other viewers. TV has always been a social medium, and now you can watch together even if you can’t be in the same room. WatchParty asks “Why watch TV alone?”

NextGame

www.nextgamenation.com

NextGame is a multi-platform, location-based social application that connects and enables individuals and groups to find and organize pickup sports, and other recreational activities. Users include locations, retailers, and event organizers. Their motto: “NextGame is more than a product or service, NextGame is a movement.”

Brazen Careerist

www.brazencareerist.com

Brazen Careerist promises professionals a fun and completely different way to network. The site translates offline networking events into an efficient online networking experience to help you meet new people and build relevant relationships for your career.

Source: Proudly Made in D.C.

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