About Joy
Joy is a digital platform that helps engaged couples plan their weddings by offering services like gift registries, guest list management, wedding invitations, and smart RSVPs. The platform stands out by providing a zero-fee cash fund for gifts and using artificial intelligence to suggest registry items and wedding hashtags. Expert advice from fashion designer Rachel Zoe enhances the planning experience. Joy's goal is to simplify wedding planning and provide couples with the necessary tools to create their ideal wedding.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$104.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees
Benefits
Competitive compensation & equity packages
Flexible PTO
Remote work
Generous Holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life, & disability insurance
401k
Team retreats & events
Risks
Increased competition from platforms like Zola offering similar services.
Potential privacy concerns with cash-sharing service integrations.
Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on weddings.
Differentiation
Joy offers a zero-fee cash fund for wedding gifts, unlike competitors.
The platform integrates AI for gift suggestions and wedding hashtag ideas.
Joy provides a comprehensive digital solution, from invitations to virtual wedding events.
Upsides
Joy raised $20M to expand its product and headcount in 2023.
The trend of virtual weddings supports Joy's virtual event hosting capabilities.
Partnership with Rachel Zoe enhances Joy's brand and product offerings.
Funding
Total raised$104.17 M
Latest valuation$300.00 M
StageSERIES_B
SERIES B
10/31/2022$60
$300.00 MEARLY VC
12/31/2019$9
$46.44 M