Sokratis Papafloratos: Trusted Places Focus: Social network for local reviews Our experts We are a team of writers, experimenters and researchers providing you with the best advice with zero bias or partiality. Sokratis Papafloratos, 30 Company: Trusted Places Web: www.trustedplaces.comTrusted Places, which is backed by Howzat Media to the tune of £1m, initially provided user-generated reviews for restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs. However, steady growth has seen the company, co-founded in 2006 by Sokratis Papafloratos, add ratings of everything from sport and leisure clubs to shops and hotels. Throughout the past 12 months, membership has grown by 85%, reviews by 238%.Meanwhile, turnover will more than double during 2010 as the website reaps the rewards of a diverse revenue model, which includes white label partnerships with the likes of DMGT and Associated Northcliffe Digital, along with premium subscriptions, traditional advertising and affiliate bookings Share this post facebook twitter linkedin