Meet the 32-year-old founder who raised $3.5 million to help Gen Z feel not so alone in the world

Clockout, a networking app aimed at helping Gen Z professionals find local clubs, events, and industries to connect with, has secured $3.5 million in funding. Founded by CEO Krishna Dosapati, the platform allows users to discover nearby professionals and join events based on shared interests and industry connections, bridging the gap between digital networking and face-to-face interactions.

Clockout was launched in October 2024 and currently offers a freemium model, charging users a $99 annual fee for additional features like unlimited club and event access. The app has seen over 600,000 downloads and generated $1.1 million in annual recurring revenue within just 10 months of launching monetization. Despite not disclosing its current valuation, Clockout's CEO emphasizes the app's potential to combat loneliness, a growing concern among young workers who face challenges in building professional networks and forming communities in a digital-first world.