Queens Tech Corner: Glimpse Social
It’s Queens Tech Corner time! The Queens Tech Corner is a regular segment on our Queens Chamber social media channels where we shine the spotlight on tech entrepreneurs doing exciting things right here in Queens.
This week’s featured tech entrepreneur is Jonathan Baldock, founder of Glimpse Social, a free app for businesses and individuals designed to safely reconnect our communities as COVID-19 restrictions ease.
Can you tell us a little more about your company and how you got your start?
I started as a technology recruiter in 1996 and moved into this industry from retail. It was a huge step for me. I had to go through 13 interviews to get the initial job.
In terms of Glimpse Social, it’s an app that will help to connect our communities to local businesses and engage with them directly. It came about on a vacation in Greece. It dawned on me that there should be an app that can tell you what to expect wherever you are traveling in the world. How is the view, is the beach busy, what is a great local restaurant? Out of those thoughts, Glimpse was born, and there are so many other potential uses for the technology.
What excites you about Glimpse Social?
Glimpse Social has the power to connect communities and drive revenue for minority-owned, underserved, and independent businesses who need some help attracting customers. I’m excited to be able to provide a technological solution that’s scalable and free for everybody.
Why are you excited about the future of tech in Queens?
Both LaGuardia and JFK Airports are undergoing multi-billion dollar renovations; these are huge government investments which will allow more people to move in and out of Queens specifically. This increase in traffic will drive more opportunity for Queens’ businesses. Tech, such as Glimpse Social, will really help lift the community as consumers and businesses can better support one another.
Also, I was recently a judge for a “plan and pitch” contest for start-ups in New York, many of which were based in Queens. I was seriously impressed with the caliber of minority-owned businesses and the way they used tech. It was very inspirational and I’m excited to be part of helping these start-ups broaden their reach and potential. To learn more, visit https://glimpsesocial.com/.
