Media & Press Resources

Welcome to the official DirConnect press hub. Find brand assets, key company facts, leadership profiles, and media contact details. For press inquiries, please reach out below.

Company Overview

Founded in 2018, DirConnect is a modern digital directory platform bridging the gap between local businesses and the communities they serve. We empower entrepreneurs with verified listings, customer reviews, and discovery tools, while helping consumers find trusted services instantly.

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, DirConnect operates across 500+ cities, supporting over 15,000 verified businesses and serving 2.5 million monthly active users. Our mission is to simplify local discovery and fuel small business growth through transparent, data-driven directory solutions.

  • 🌍
    Global Reach, Local Focus
    Operating in 42 countries with localized search & language support.
  • Verified Listings
    Every business undergoes a 3-step verification process to ensure authenticity.
  • 📈
    AI-Powered Discovery
    Smart matching algorithms connect users with the most relevant nearby providers.
  • 🔒
    Privacy-First
    GDPR & CCPA compliant. Zero data resale. Full transparency.

Key Company Statistics

Trusted data for journalists, investors, and partners.

15,000+

Verified Businesses

2.5M+

Monthly Active Users

500+

Cities Covered

98%

User Satisfaction Rate

Brand Assets & Guidelines

Approved logos, colors, and typography for editorial use. All assets are free for press and media.

Color Palette

Primary
#667eea
Secondary
#764ba2
Light
#edf2f7
Dark
#1a202c

Use gradients sparingly. Primary blue should dominate digital assets.

Typography

Segoe UI / System FontBody copy uses a clean, highly legible sans-serif stack optimized for web and print.

Headlines: 700 weight
Body: 400 weight, 1.6 line-height

Logo Usage

DirConnect
DirConnect

Minimum clear space: 1x height of the icon. Do not alter proportions or colors. SVG/PNG available for download.

Leadership Team

The founders and executives driving DirConnect's vision and growth.

AJ

Alex Johnson

Founder & CEO

Former marketplace strategist at two YC-backed startups. Passionate about local commerce and transparent discovery tools.

MK

Maria Kim

CTO & Co-Founder

Ex-Amazon infra engineer. Leads platform architecture, AI search algorithms, and scalability initiatives.

RP

Ryan Patel

Head of Growth & Partnerships

10+ years in B2B SaaS growth. Manages merchant onboarding, city expansion, and strategic alliances.

LN

Lena Nguyen

Director of Communications

Former PR lead at a top-tier agency. Oversees press relations, brand storytelling, and media partnerships.

Recent Press & News

Official announcements, milestones, and media coverage.

Oct 12, 2025

DirConnect Secures $18M Series A to Expand Across North America

Round led by Horizon Ventures, with participation from local commerce funds.

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Aug 03, 2025

Platform Surpasses 15,000 Verified Businesses Milestone

300% YoY growth in merchant adoption, driven by referral programs and city partnerships.

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May 18, 2025

DirConnect Launches AI-Powered Local Discovery Engine

New search infrastructure reduces time-to-discovery by 42% and improves match relevance.

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Media & Press Inquiries

For interviews, press kit downloads, product reviews, or partnership opportunities, please contact our communications team.

Phone +1 (512) 555-0198
Address 410 Congress Ave, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78701

Response time: typically within 24 hours. Embargo requests welcome.

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