Beauty booking platform Planity secures $48M

Planity began as a solution for hair salons and has now expanded to cater to barbers, nail salons, and more, reflecting its adaptability and market penetration.

• Impressive Growth: Planity, founded by Antoine Puymirat, Jérémy Queroy and Paul Vonderscher, boasts over 40,000 small businesses utilizing its services for appointment bookings and beyond, a testament to its efficacy and popularity in the market.

• Funding Feats: Recently securing a $48M (€45M) Series C round, Planity's journey is marked by backing in a round led by InfraVia Capital Partners with existing investors Crédit Mutuel Innovation, Revaia and Bpifrance Digital Venture fund also participating.

• Simplifying Salon Management: Gone are the days of paper notebooks; Planity offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that centralizes appointment bookings, providing a seamless experience for both salon staff and clients.

• Subscription Model: Unlike competitors, Planity opts for a traditional SaaS model, charging a monthly subscription fee rather than commission-based charges, ensuring scalability and cost-effectiveness for salon owners.

• Enhanced Features: Beyond booking appointments, Planity offers a suite of features including staff management, payroll processing, and point-of-sale solutions, catering to diverse needs within the salon ecosystem.

With plans to expand into wellbeing and fitness centers, Planity's ambitions extend beyond beauty salons, positioning itself as a multifaceted solution provider in the service industry.