Flowcode Is Forging the Future of QR Codes

Former AOL CEO turned startup founder Tim Armstrong on his newest venture

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Tim Armstrong’s career has spanned a wide range of roles in both startups and big corporations including a stint as the CEO of AOL. His newest venture, Flowcode, aims to bridge the gap between offline and online connections between brands and consumers.

Flowcode is a next-generation QR-code technology that natively integrates privacy, advanced data and analytics, and elegant design. You’ve probably seen and used a Flowcode—their impressive roster of clients includes Bentley, Goop, Good Morning America, StockX and many others.

On this episode of Adweek’s I’m With The Brand, Armstrong details Flowcode’s purpose and goals, explains how a trip to China helped spark the idea for Flowcode, shares the foundations his personal business philosophy and much more.