Giant leap for networking

KNEKTME: NEW FREE APP GIVES PROFESSIONALS DATA ON VALUABLE CONNECTIONS NEARBY

Eliminates the need for people to engage unnecessarily at events.

Abrand-new app, KnektMe, has launched to make business networking easier in South Africa. This free solution provides business professionals with information on potentially valuable connections in close vicinity.

The app will scan for other KnektMe users in close proximity, using a device’s Bluetooth connection.

The proximity-based technology is unique to KnektMe and gives users the edge when networking.

Created by 22-year-old up-andcoming entrepreneur, Carl Visagie, KnektMe facilitates start-ups looking for investors, recruiters seeking ideal job candidates and also general networking opportunities. “The world’s most valuable commodity is networking.

“Having the right people supporting you is a key factor in whether your business makes it big or falls flat,” says Visagie.

“KnektMe is not just another social networking site or directory of names, it allows you to interact with real people around you, wherever you are and in realtime.”

The idea behind KnektMe is to allow young entrepreneurs to locate and contact potential investors, says Visagie.

Once downloaded and installed, the user-friendly interface guides users through necessary and easy steps to create a profile.

On connecting to another user, both parties can see each other’s CV, skillset, job title and other general information.

“To maximise efficiency, we have created an app that is incredibly easy for users to start networking,” adds Visagie.

This ease-of-use functionality and robust information system eliminates the need for users to engage unnecessarily at events. Instead of constantly asking “so, what do you do?” entrepreneurs can isolate the individuals they would like to connect with. Our aim is to build a massive network of people who are actively seeking other like-minded individuals. This will, in turn, help SA’s economy to grow.”

The app is also beneficial in high foot-traffic areas, such as restaurants, convention centres and airports, by providing analytics on social traffic on KnektMe users. The KnektMe app’s proximity-based functionality may also be used by emergency services to locate individuals in a large crowd or a building.

KnektMe is available as a free download on the Apple App Store for iOS and Google Play Store for Android devices.

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