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Making friends as an adult can be challenging, especially when relocating to a new city. Fortunately, modern technology offers solutions, with more individuals turning to apps like Bumble For Friends, Flox, and Timeleft to quickly form new friendships.
## Les Amis: Targeting Women and LGBTQ+ Communities
One standout app, Les Amis, specifically focuses on women, transgender, and LGBTQ+ individuals within the mid-20s to early 40s age group. Using AI technology, Les Amis matches users based on similar interests and encourages participation in local events such as pottery classes, book clubs, wine tastings, and Pilates.
## Features and Functionality
Founded by Anna Bilych (ex-PayPal) and Oleg Pashinin (ex-Google AI) in 2022, Les Amis aims to simplify the process of connecting with like-minded individuals in one’s vicinity. Similar to dating apps, users create profiles by selecting photos, writing bios, and choosing interests like poetry, gardening, yoga, and martial arts.
The app incorporates an AI assistant named “Amis” to facilitate the matching process. Users engage in bi-weekly matching rounds where the AI pairs them with potential friends based on shared interests and life stages, whether single, married, mothers, new to town, or seeking networking opportunities.
## Expansion to U.S. Markets
Originally established in Europe, Les Amis recently launched in the U.S., starting with New York. With plans for further expansion, the app has introduced membership-based pricing models tailored to different cities. Membership includes a credit system for attending events across various locations where Les Amis is available.
Les Amis is accessible on both iOS and Android devices across various European cities, including Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Paris, and Stockholm. Following its introduction in Austin and New York, the app is set to expand to Boston, Washington, D.C., Miami, and Los Angeles.
Overall, Les Amis has garnered approximately 120,000 installs, with 30,000 women participating in events. The company has also achieved an annual run rate of $1 million, reflecting its growing popularity and success in fostering meaningful connections among users.
