Nowadays (YC S23)

Nowadays is an AI-powered event planning tool that acts as an in-house event planner for corporate teams. It automates venue sourcing, negotiation, and coordination, saving time and money on corporate events.

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Pricing

Freemium · Paid · Enterprise

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is Nowadays (YC S23)?

Nowadays (YC S23) is an AI-powered platform designed to streamline corporate event planning, from initial concept to day-of coordination. It acts as an in-house event planner, automating tasks like venue sourcing from a database of over 400,000 vetted locations, proposal comparison, and negotiation. The platform utilizes AI for email outreach and phone calls to gather availability and answer questions, translating proposals into clear, side-by-side comparisons. Nowadays aims to save companies money through exclusive partnerships and automated negotiation, often securing better rates than direct booking. It offers comprehensive event management features including budget control, registration, vendor management, and expert support, replacing the need for multiple tools or external planners.

Best used for

Ideal for corporate teams and executive assistants who need to plan offsites, retreats, and other business events, source venues quickly, and manage event logistics efficiently. Especially valuable for those looking to save time and money through AI-powered automation and negotiated rates.

Common actions

plan corporate events

source event venues

automate event logistics

negotiate event rates

manage event budgets

Capabilities

Key features

AI venue sourcing
Automated negotiation
AI email outreach
AI phone calls
Proposal comparison
Budget control
Event registration

Target Audience

startup founderexecutive assistantmarketersmall business owner

Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Freemium · Paid · Enterprise

Not publicly disclosed. Check nowadays.ai for current pricing.

FAQs

What is the deposit for Nowadays and is it refundable?

Nowadays requires a $250 deposit through Stripe for its Explorer plan. This deposit is fully refundable if you are not satisfied with the service and is applied as credit towards your event. It helps ensure high intent for event inquiries.

How does Nowadays compare to booking sites like Booking.com for corporate events?

Nowadays differs by partnering directly with group sales departments at hotels, rather than reservations, to secure better rates and concessions. They leverage volume and AI-powered negotiation to often beat prices found on public booking sites, as demonstrated by client savings.

What types of corporate events can Nowadays help plan?

Nowadays is designed to handle a wide range of corporate events, including offsites, kickoffs, all-hands meetings, and general corporate retreats. They adapt to various needs, whether it's a small startup event or large enterprise planning.

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