Transporation business models are broken.
That’s the bet Yelo, a Forbes 30 Under 30 startup, is making - getting students from point A to point B, while redefining what point B even means.
As the first social ride network, Yelo captures demand in real time and turns student movement into cultural momentum. Drivers keep 100% of fares. Venues, brands, and businesses tap into our data to supercharge marketing. It’s mobility, social signal, and community coordination — all in one loop.
Our company mission is social flow maximalism: everywhere Gen Z gathers, intelligent coordination should direct the experience. Some will see us as competing with other transportation, but we’re building the platform that replaces how entire communities choose their destinations.
Now building against some of the biggest players in the world, we are driven by a team of passionate individuals who embody extraordinary hunger and humility, excited to tackle challenging problems.
We’re quickly growing in locations like NYC, Miami, and Boston.
Be the hungriest, scrappiest individual in the room. We transform limitations into opportunities, making our hunger our competitive advantage.
Admit early when you don't know the answer. Find someone who does. Intellectual humility is our strength, turning knowledge gaps into collective learning opportunities.
Compassion with conviction. We care fiercely, listen deeply, and connect authentically—without losing ourselves trying to please everyone.
Be the listener. Every interaction is an opportunity to understand, learn, and innovate.
We have raised from legendary investors including Teamworthy Ventures and PivotNorth Capital / Tim Connors.