Devin Roth | Shulevitz Media Group
Kansas City, MO — The rise of rideshare platforms like Uber and Lyft has transformed the way we move—but it’s also raised serious safety concerns that too often go unaddressed. Enter VendiSafe, a bold new entrant in the Rideshare Safety and Technology space, co-founded by Dwayne Overton and Himanshu Joshi, and proudly built in the heart of Kansas City.
At its core, VendiSafe is more than just another app—it’s a movement toward accountability, transparency, and peace of mind for everyone on the road. Whether you’re driving home after a long shift or riding to meet friends downtown, safety should never be a question mark.
🚨 The Problem: A Silent Crisis in Ridesharing
Over the past few years, reports of assaults, harassment, and driver-passenger conflicts have become more frequent. And while platforms offer in-app emergency tools, many users find them buried, ineffective, or too little too late.
Drivers are left exposed. Passengers feel powerless. Insurance premiums skyrocket, and yet, meaningful prevention is still lacking.
💡 The VendiSafe Solution: Safety You Can Actually Feel
VendiSafe is a free, app-based safety platform that integrates directly into rideshare workflows, working silently in the background—or loudly when needed.
Key features include:
Instant Emergency Alerts that contact law enforcement with real-time GPS location
A silent Panic Button to discreetly flag emergencies during a ride
In-App Safety Ratings that empower users to report unsafe experiences
Insurance Benefit Tie-ins that could save drivers money through verified safe usage
Municipal Partnerships that make the app free for both riders and drivers
With just one tap, drivers or passengers can activate protections that go beyond any in-app button Uber or Lyft currently offers.
🌱 Where They Are Now: Building Momentum in the Midwest
Currently in its MVP stage, the VendiSafe team—just four people strong—is focused on building strong foundations in the Kansas City market. They’re collaborating with local officials and law enforcement to pilot the platform in real-world environments and fine-tune features with direct user feedback.
They’ve already established early traction through strategic partnerships and are now seeking $250,000 in funding to scale development, accelerate adoption, and expand into new cities.
“We’re not just building a tech company,” says Overton. “We’re building a safety movement. One that gives both drivers and riders the confidence they’ve never really had on these platforms.”
🔮 The Vision: A Global Safety Standard
The long-term goal? To make VendiSafe the universal layer of trust across every rideshare platform—not just in the U.S., but globally.
Whether you’re a driver, a passenger, or someone who just wants to know their loved ones are safe while using a rideshare app—VendiSafe is fighting for you.
📍 Learn More & Connect
🔗 Visit Website: https://www.myvendisafe.com/bootcamp/
📍 Based in: Kansas City, Missouri
👥 Team Size: 4
💰 Seeking: $250K Seed
🌐 Industry: Rideshare Safety & Tech
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