FlyGuys – a reality data-capturing technology company based in Louisiana – recently announced the closing of its Series A funding round, securing an investment of $10 million. This substantial funding round will catalyze relentless innovation, create a scalable software solutions platform, and strengthen the company’s nationwide influence.
The funding round was led by prominent investors who have recognized FlyGuys’ commitment to using software as a service to connect data-seekers with data providers. Among the investors, Mitchell Capital and Advantage Capital – who have made previous investments toward the growth of FlyGuys, have returned to fortify the company’s vision further.
The funding round will also further FlyGuys’ strategic initiatives to drive reach, reliability, and capacity nationwide. The primary objectives of the funding include:
1.) Community Engagement – Generate employment opportunities at both local and national levels, fostering economic growth.
2.) Software Scalability – Develop a robust software platform that allows seamless expansion, which ensures easy access for data-seekers.
3.) Enhanced Nationwide Presence – Strengthen market reach and establish connections with data-seekers across diverse industries.
FlyGuys achieved remarkable growth milestones, propelling itself to the forefront of the reality capture industry. And through its unwavering commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. And the company established itself as a pioneer in the field and has also set new benchmarks for excellence. With this Series A funding round, the company is poised to continue its journey of unbound progress and contribute to the widespread adoption of cutting-edge data capture technology across various sectors.
KEY QUOTES:
“When we first invested in FlyGuys in 2021, we were intrigued by the innovative nature of the company and its early growth in a fast-growing industry. Today, we are eager to see what is next for the company and confident it will continue to make strides as a leading reality data capture company while also creating quality jobs in the local community.”
— J.P. Lynch, Vice President, Advantage Capital
“Our enthusiasm for backing FlyGuys is grounded in our faith in the expertise and vision of their management team. They are constructing an innovative, technology-driven business that consistently delivers exceptional value to their clients.”
— Paul Tyree, CEO of Mitchell Capital
“Since I stepped in from the Board Chairman role a year ago, we’ve been reshaping FlyGuys’ business model to fulfill the need for a nationally scaled online marketplace for reality data capture. We are channeling this new capital infusion towards the creation of a highly scalable, cloud-based platform designed to connect the demand across various vertical markets, such as construction, agriculture, green energy, telecommunications, insurance, and more, with our extensive network of local data capture providers, predominantly comprised of drone pilots, spanning every state in the nation. I’m excited to work with this talented and motivated team to bring another tech startup to Louisiana and make an impact by creating jobs locally everywhere in the nation.”
— Joe Stough, CEO of FlyGuys
