About Us
Founded during the disconnection faced post-pandemic, Closer was born in the fall of 2022 from a simple idea—reconnecting people over shared experiences. It all started in our founders' apartment with dinner parties that grew into a movement— one we invite you to join.
Our Vision
To create a global platform for belonging. Closer goes deeper than lighthearted friendship or the occasional casual get-together. We want members to feel welcomed, at home, and that they can be their true selves.
Our Mission
Life is richer when shared. Our mission is to combat loneliness by removing the barriers to authentic connection. We create an on-demand social calendar filled with events you actually want to attend. Our gatherings aren’t about small talk; they’re about sparking real conversations that make cities feel friendlier and relationships feel deeper.
Meet Our Founders
David: With a background steeped in politics and social change, David is a community builder at heart. Having worked with leaders and organizations to solve growth challenges, he's passionate about bridging gaps and fostering mental health. His experience spans advising companies on Millennials and social innovation, and his insights have been featured in major media outlets like CNN and The New York Times.
Summer: Hailing from the corporate wellbeing world, Summer brings a unique blend of technology and community building to Closer. Her expertise in building bridges between digital and live communities is a testament to the ROI of human connection for businesses.
Why Closer?
Imagine a world where loneliness is replaced by belonging—a global community built on shared experiences and genuine connections. That’s our vision, and we're actively working toward it by expanding Closer into new cities and countries. We aim for a measurable decrease in loneliness among our members within their first year on the platform.
- Things You Want to Do: From spontaneous adventures to planned outings, we unlock the best of your city every season.
- Reliably Great People: Our gatherings bring together individuals who share your interests, making meeting new people as easy as breathing.
- Easy to Connect: We handle all the planning, so you can focus on connecting. Show up solo or with friends—everyone's here for the same reason.