GoodNotes

How Stephen Chan Transformed GoodNotes into a 24 Million User Sensation

November 30th, 2024

Founded By

Steven Chan

Founders

Employees

200 (est.)

Profitable

Yes

Year Started

2011

Customer

B2C

Founded By
Steven Chan: Founders
1

Employees
200 (est.): Profitable
Yes

Year Started
2011: Customer
B2C

Who is Steven Chan?

Steven Chan is the founder and CEO of GoodNotes, a top-selling note-taking app; he hails from Hong Kong and developed the app during his final university semester in Australia, where he studied mathematics and physics.

What problem does GoodNotes solve?

GoodNotes solves the problem of cluttered and disorganized handwritten notes by providing a digital platform for note-taking that allows users to easily edit, store, and share their notes without the fear of losing them, making it particularly appealing for students and professionals who need a reliable and comprehensive method of documenting complex information.

How did Steven come up with the idea for GoodNotes?

Steven Chan, a math student in Australia, faced a personal dilemma with the clutter and inefficiencies of traditional note-taking while studying complex subjects. Observing the release of the iPad in 2010, he saw an opportunity to digitize his cumbersome workflow, despite the absence of a stylus like the Apple Pencil back then. The frustration of...

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