Slido

Slido is a leading audience interaction platform designed to enhance engagement during meetings, webinars, events, and conferences. It allows users to crowdsource questions, conduct live polls, and gather real-time feedback, making interactions more dynamic and insightful.

Slido was founded in 2012 by Peter Komornik, Juraj Holub, and Richard Breška. The company quickly gained traction due to its user-friendly interface and the increasing demand for interactive tools in corporate and educational settings. Over the years, Slido has expanded its presence globally, with offices in multiple locations and a growing team.

Slido has raised a total of $39.08K in funding. In December 2020, the company was acquired by Cisco, which significantly boosted its valuation and integrated Slido’s capabilities into Cisco’s Webex platform.

Slido offers a range of features designed to enhance audience engagement:

• Live Polls: Conduct real-time polls to gather instant feedback.
• Q&A Sessions: Crowdsource questions from the audience to drive meaningful conversations.
• Quizzes: Create interactive quizzes to engage participants.
• Analytics: Access comprehensive analytics to measure engagement and capture key takeaways.
• Integrations: Seamlessly integrate with platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Webex.

The acquisition by Cisco in 2020 marked a significant milestone for Slido, enabling it to expand its product offerings and reach a broader audience through integration with Cisco’s Webex platform. This acquisition has allowed Slido to leverage Cisco’s resources and expertise to enhance its features and capabilities.

Slido continuously updates its platform with new features to meet the evolving needs of its users. Recent updates have included enhanced analytics tools, improved integration capabilities, and new interactive elements like word clouds and ranking polls.

Slido prides itself on a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity. The company values transparency, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to the company’s growth.

Slido has a diverse user base that includes corporate clients, educational institutions, and event organizers. The platform is used by millions of participants worldwide, and Slido actively engages with its community through webinars, training sessions, and user forums. This strong community engagement helps Slido stay attuned to user needs and continuously improve its offerings.