Guidesly

Scheduling & Booking Software · Adventure Tourism
$15.1Mtotal raised · 2 rounds on record
1open role
$9.5Mlatest round · Series A · Jan 2025 · 21 mo ago
1backers · Launchpad Venture Group

Overview

Find the best fishing charters & fishing guides. Search and book from THOUSANDS of top fishing charters across the United States. Explore trips today.

Funding and backers

Total raised
$15.1M
2 rounds on record
Latest round
$9.5M
Series A · Jan 2025 · 21 mo ago
Team
11-50
employees, estimated range
Hiring now
1
+1 posted in 30 days
Backers
1
Launchpad Venture Group
The money's age
Due for its next round
21 months since the last round · and hiring
Momentum
28/100
hiring for its size, in the news
Last sign of life
this month
a posting or a news item
The story so fareach stage dated by its source: the company's releases, the press, registers, filings
Jun 24, 2025 Launched Guidesly Launches Jack AITM: The AI Solution For Outdoor Recreation Guides To Navigate Marketing Like A Pro · menafn.com Jan 16, 2025 Raised a round Series A $9.5M
Funding rounds
RoundDateAmountInvestorsSource
Series A Jan 2025 $9.5M — bizjournals.com
Venture round Dec 2024 $5.6M — SEC Form D
Registers and programsofficial lists and records that name the company
Legal entity Guidesly Inc. SEC Form D
Founders and leadersfrom filings, registers and the company's site
David LordExecutive Officer, DirectorSEC Form D
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Jobs

$30k – $41k per year (gross) · In office · Full-Time · 8+ years exp · Bengaluru
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Salary insights

Compensation ranges based on this company's open jobs
Median
$41k
Typical range
$41k
Open positions
1
1 Jobs
Staff 100%
Level Jobs Median Typical range
Staff 1 $41k $41k
Highest paying role Mobile Developer $41k
Normalized to USD per year

Visa sponsorship

#5,755 of 8,998 sponsors
1
H-1B filings in 12 months
$93k
Median offered salary
0
Open roles in United States
Who they sponsor
Data scientists
1
The salary offered for each occupationVisa pass · 90 credits
In the register as Guidesly, Inc., Topsfield, MA (+1 more)
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US Department of Labor · latest filing May 14, 2026 · Visa details by country

Growth

Hiring Momentum
28/100
Slowing
Open positions
1
0 opened / 0 closed in 30 days
Hiring Focus
The percentage next to each role is its share of the company's job openings over the last 90 days; the arrow shows the shift versus the previous period.
Mobile
100% ▲

Financials

Total raised
$15.1M
Latest round
Series A
Funding rounds
2
Funding rounds
Round Announced Amount
Series A 2025 $9.5M Details
Venture - Series Unknown 2024 $5.6M Details

People

David Lord
Executive Officer, Director
John Gordy
Director
Eileen Shapiro
Director
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Tech stack

Technologies named in job postings at Guidesly over the last 12 months, by layer, with the share of postings for each.
Technologies in use
19
Postings analysed
1
Stack modernity
84/100AI adopter
Languages
JavaScript
Kotlin
Objective-C
Swift
TypeScript
Node JS
Frameworks & libraries
React Native
React.js
Databases
PostgreSQL
Cloud & platforms
AWS
Firebase
Developer tools
Claude Code
Copilot
Cursor
Git
Rest API
AI & ML
LLM
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Shared investors1
47 portfolio companies: Pixability, Angel Capital Association, Sonagram and 44 more

News

Blog 2 months ago
Destin Fishing Rodeo 2026: Dates, Rules & Charters
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Blog 3 months ago
Great Slave Lake Fishing Guide Subarctic Angling
For sportfishermen seeking the ultimate test of endurance and skill, the icy, pristine waters of northern Canada represent a genuine frontier. Spanning an immense portion of the subarctic landscape, Great Slave Lake is the deepest lake in North America an
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Blog 5 months ago
Fishing & Dive Charter Booking Protection Guidesly
If you've ever booked a charter-whether it's a 6am offshore run or a dive trip you planned months ahead-you already know the deal: Once you're booked, you're pretty much locked in. Most guides aren't being difficult with their cancellation policies. They
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Blog 5 months ago
Why Some Fish Are Harder to Catch
Anglers across freshwater and saltwater are noticing the same thing. Fish that once felt achievable now require patience, precision, and restraint. Increased pressure, clearer water, and changing behavior have raised the bar for consistent success. Casual
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Blog 5 months ago
Best Fish Species for Family Friendly Guided Trips
Planning a family fishing trip is less about chasing trophies and more about shared moments, steady action, and feeling safe on the water. For kids and first time anglers, success means frequent bites, calm conditions, and simple techniques that keep ever
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Blog 6 months ago
Why Guided Fishing Trips Help You Catch Trophy Fish
Trophy fish are not lucky accidents. They are earned through precision, timing, local intelligence, and disciplined decisions on the water. These fish have survived years of pressure, changing conditions, and natural threats, which makes them harder to lo
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Blog 6 months ago
Why Delaying Your Booking Can Cost You More Fishing Trips
Fishing travel in 2026 looks very different from just a few years ago. Anglers are no longer booking trips around open dates alone. They are choosing experiences built around specific waters, seasons, and local expertise. Guided fishing trips have become
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Blog 6 months ago
Best Fishing Trips When You're Short on Time
Busy schedules have changed how people approach fishing in 2026. Work commitments, family responsibilities, and short travel windows mean that many anglers have only a few hours to get on the water. That limited time can feel discouraging, especially when
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Blog 6 months ago
Why Booking a Fishing Guide Early Matters in 2026
A fishing trip in 2026 is no longer a last-minute getaway. Travel trends show a clear shift toward slower, nature-focused experiences where preparation matters. As more anglers look for meaningful time on the water, demand for trusted guides continues to
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Blog 6 months ago
Turn a Short Fishing Window into a Big Catch Fast
Fishing time keeps shrinking for many anglers. Work schedules, weather shifts, and travel plans often leave only a few precious hours on the water. That reality has changed how successful anglers think. Catching fish today is less about long days and more
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Offices

Where the company hires and what each office is for
Cities
1
Hiring now
0
Countries
1
Buffalo United States
HQ
10-50 est. staff