What product or service do you offer?
We have two big services which are in development.
Our website serves as a platform for information about restaurants, pubs, nightlife etc. while also offering the aforementioned venues an opportunity to promote themselves via our website.
Our second product is a mobile application that offers our users a one click customize pub crawl based on their location. The app also offers fun features such as customized profiles, exploration with friends, minigames and integration with our website features.
Why did you choose to start your own business?
I thought I had a lot of extra time after coming to university from work life and I had this idea which I thought was worth pursuing. Working that idea while at university just seemed like a great opportunity.
What challenges have you encountered?
Plenty but that’s part of the fun. The main challenges have been figuring things out from scratch, working without funding, and constantly learning new skills on the fly. When you’re building something as students, you really have to become a jack-of-all-trades; designer, developer, marketer — and somehow keep it all moving forward.
What are you most proud of so far?
I’m especially proud of our UI and brand design. Our current MVP doesn’t fully reflect the vision yet, but we’ve developed a strong aesthetic direction. It´s something unique that blends warmth, nightlife energy, and a sense of discovery. The design process has really become a creative core of barrunda.
How has Student Innovation by LiU supported you?
They’ve been incredibly supportive not just with advice but also in connecting us. They helped me and Arthur form our partnership early on and have continued to guide us on practical steps like legal structure, marketing, and next-stage planning. It’s reassuring to have someone to turn to for feedback or direction when things get complex.
Tell us a little about yourself!
My name is Timothy Smith, I’m 30 years old, and I study Flight Transportation and Logistics at Linköping University. Before that, I studied Liberal Arts at the University of Gothenburg, where I developed a passion for art, science, and philosophy. Those interests still shape how I think about innovation and systems today.
Are you looking for help or potential co-founders with any specific skills?
Yes! we’re always open to meeting people who are driven, optimistic, and passionate about building something from scratch. Right now, we’re especially looking for programmers who can help polish and scale our app, and creatives interested in brand identity, UI design, and marketing.
Contact information:
Timothy: timothy.smith@barrunda.nu
Company: info@barrunda.nu
Timothy Smith
