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243 employees
Zūm: America's trusted provider of student transportation for schools and families.
HQ
Founded
2015
Zum is a student transportation services company based in Redwood City, California. The company provides safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation solutions for school districts and families. Zum's platform integrates advanced technology, analytics-driven operations, and electric fleets to efficiently transport students to and from school, while offering real-time tracking and updates through user-friendly apps.
Founded by Ritu Narayan, Vivek Garg, and Abhishek Garg, Zum has positioned itself as a leader in modernizing student transportation. The company's innovative approach has garnered significant attention, with total assets reaching $1 billion in 2022. Zum's commitment to safety, reliability, and sustainability is reshaping the school transportation industry, moving students forward with cutting-edge solutions.
Operating Status
Active
Ownership Type(s)
Venture Capital
Main Product(s)
Student Transportation
Technology
Logistics, Electric Vehicles
Tags
SaaS, Fleet
Model Types
Platform, Software
Revenue Type(s)
Recurring
Customer Type(s)
Education
Geographic Exposure
United States
When was Zum founded?
Zum was founded in 2015.
Where is Zum's headquarters located?
Zum's headquarters is located in San Mateo, CA, US.
When was Zum's last funding round?
Zum's most recent funding round was for $140M (USD) in January 2024.
How many employees does Zum have?
Zum has 243 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
How much has Zum raised to-date?
As of July 05, 2023, Zum has raised a total of $341M (USD) since Jan 31, 2024.
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Total Raised to Date
$341M
USD
Last Update Jan 31, 2024
Last Deal Details
$140M
USD
Jan 31, 2024
Series E
Current Employees
243
Last updated: Feb 4, 2024
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