-- Plus 1, a fast-growing social connection app based in Miami, has officially announced a new round of pre-seed funding as it expands operations to New York City. Designed to eliminate the friction of endless swiping and superficial messaging, Plus 1 flips the typical social app model by letting users post real-life plans and choose who joins them — for friendship, networking, or simply someone to experience something new with.
Backed by early investors who see the potential for authentic, scalable growth, Plus 1 plans to accelerate its marketing and community activations across South Florida and New York throughout the summer. The app is expected to surpass 50,000 users by the end of 2025, driven by grassroots events, micro-influencer partnerships, and a growing wave of user-generated content.
“Most apps are built around swiping and endless chatting, which leads to frustration and wasted time,” said Jeff Wulkan, CEO and founder of Plus 1. “With Plus 1, you make real connections based on shared plans — whether that’s finding a new best friend or a great networking opportunity. You post what you want to do and let the right person come to you.”
As part of its national rollout, Plus 1 will sponsor New York Swim Week, collaborating with up-and-coming designers and lifestyle brands to bring the platform directly to its core Gen Z and millennial users. The brand also gained buzz during recent activations in Miami, including a high-visibility banner at Miami Swim Week and live in-person events.
“Plus 1 is all about genuine connection and reliability,” added Angie Romasanta, Chief Operating Officer. “We want users to feel safe, intentional, and excited to show up — whether it’s for a last-minute happy hour or a planned experience.”
What sets Plus 1 apart is its plans-first approach. Users post or browse available plans in their area — from brunch, parties, workouts, or meetings — and can request to join others based on mutual interests and timing. Profiles clearly indicate the user’s intent (friendship or networking), and features like optional ID verification and post-plan feedback help keep the platform authentic and trustworthy. Users can also seamlessly coordinate with their existing friend group — no more messy group chats or endless back-and-forth texts.
Plus 1 is available now on the Apple App Store and Google Play, with active communities growing rapidly in both Miami and New York.
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