Gather

Gather (also known as Gather.town) is a virtual workspace platform that enables remote teams to meet, collaborate, and socialize in customizable 2D virtual environments designed to replicate the feel of a physical office. Users can move avatars through virtual spaces — offices, conference rooms, and social areas — and automatically trigger video and audio conversations when their avatars approach one another. Founded around 2020 and based in San Francisco, Gather grew rapidly during the remote-work boom and reached a valuation of approximately $30 million by late 2020 with strong month-over-month revenue growth. The platform serves both professional teams seeking a persistent virtual headquarters and communities hosting virtual events.