500 Labs

500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.

Amjad Ahmad

General Partner

Chandini Ammineni

Partner

André Marcel Bally

Investor Relations Associate

Timothy Chae

Managing Partner

Amal Enan

Partner

Max Fram-Schwartz

Venture Partner

Christine Herron

Advisor

Twwo Pun Jaruthassanakul

Investment Associate

Yolanda Kim

Principal

Matt Lerner

Partner

Jon Li

Director, Investor Relations

Jasmine Liew

Investment Manager

Robert Neivert

Venture Partner

Khailee Ng

Managing Partner

Krating Poonpol Ph.D

Partner

Ruangroj Poonpol

Venture Partner

Natavudh Pungcharoenpong

Partner

Mameaw Sapprasert

Partner

Reena Sharma

Investor Relations Associate

Mike Sigal

Partner, FinTech

Sanjay Singhal

Partner, Canada

Tanya Soman

Venture Partner

Paulina Szyrmer

Head of Global Education

Pat Naranpat Thitipattakul

Investor

Christine Tsai

Co-Founder, Partner & Chief Executive Officer

Tony Wang

Managing Partner

Bedy Yang

Managing Partner

Paul Yoo

Chief Financial Officer

Past deals in Canada

alder

Seed Round in 2022
Alder is an e-commerce company that specializes in outdoor apparel designed specifically for women. It stands out in the market by offering inclusive sizing ranging from XS to 4X, which is significantly broader than the typical size range found in outdoor and athletic apparel brands. The company emphasizes female-focused design and prioritizes sustainable and ethical production practices. Alder's brand identity is characterized by a playful approach, contrasting sharply with the performance-driven and often intense image of existing outdoor brands. This combination of inclusivity, thoughtful design, and commitment to sustainability enables Alder to cater to a diverse customer base seeking comfort and style in outdoor clothing.

Alongside

Venture Round in 2022
Alongside Inc. provides a software platform for the hiring needs of employers in Canada. Its software platform enables employers to promote job opportunities and attract people to join their team; integrate with their company’s careers page, manage their hiring pipeline in the platform, and communicate with candidates with templates for bulk messaging; and review candidates and coordinate with the team. The company also provides custom solutions for the specific needs of hiring companies. Alongside Inc. was formerly known as Qimple Inc. and changed its name to Alongside Inc. in September 2016. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Moncton, Canada.

Optimity

Series A in 2022
Optimity Inc. operates a corporate wellness platform designed to enhance employee engagement through the incorporation of micro-habits. The platform enables workers to take brief, productive breaks lasting from 30 seconds to two minutes, during which they can practice health-focused activities aimed at improving mood, focus, and social connections within their workplace culture. Optimity offers a range of micro-habits, including stress-relief exercises, stretches, mindfulness practices, and hydration reminders, catering to diverse professionals from various industries. The company employs behavioral science strategies, gamification, and community engagement to motivate users towards healthier choices. Targeting B2B clients, particularly in the life insurance sector, Optimity helps organizations reduce acquisition costs by generating quality leads through its wellness initiatives. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Optimity was previously known as myHealthSphere Inc.

Alongside

Seed Round in 2021
Alongside Inc. provides a software platform for the hiring needs of employers in Canada. Its software platform enables employers to promote job opportunities and attract people to join their team; integrate with their company’s careers page, manage their hiring pipeline in the platform, and communicate with candidates with templates for bulk messaging; and review candidates and coordinate with the team. The company also provides custom solutions for the specific needs of hiring companies. Alongside Inc. was formerly known as Qimple Inc. and changed its name to Alongside Inc. in September 2016. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Moncton, Canada.

Penfield.AI

Seed Round in 2021
Penfield.AI specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on enhancing security operations through advanced automation and performance optimization. The company has developed a patent-pending technology that models the skillsets of cybersecurity analysts in real-time, allowing for the automation of complex tasks. Its platform provides AI-powered tools that facilitate process standardization and bottleneck analysis, thereby enabling security teams to streamline workflows and improve their overall security posture. By equipping clients with these innovative tools, Penfield.AI aims to optimize performance and elevate the effectiveness of cybersecurity efforts.

WOMBO

Seed Round in 2021
WOMBO is a developer of a mobile application that enables users to create artistic interpretations of themselves using selfies. The application leverages artificial intelligence to generate lip-synced videos from photos, allowing for unique and creative self-expression. By combining advanced technology with user-friendly design, WOMBO offers an innovative platform for content creation, catering to individuals seeking to explore their artistic side.

Lydia.ai

Venture Round in 2021
Knowtions Research Inc. is an applied artificial intelligence company based in Toronto, Canada, focused on transforming health data into actionable insights. Its flagship product, the Lydia AI platform, is designed specifically for health insurers, allowing them to analyze and utilize complex medical data to enhance operational efficiency. By leveraging predictive analytics, Lydia enables insurers to automate claims processing and tailor customer experiences. Founded in 2015, Knowtions Research aims to make global health data more accessible and useful, driven by support from notable investors such as Alibaba Entrepreneur’s Fund and Information Venture Partners.

Lydia.ai

Venture Round in 2021
Knowtions Research Inc. is an applied artificial intelligence company based in Toronto, Canada, focused on transforming health data into actionable insights. Its flagship product, the Lydia AI platform, is designed specifically for health insurers, allowing them to analyze and utilize complex medical data to enhance operational efficiency. By leveraging predictive analytics, Lydia enables insurers to automate claims processing and tailor customer experiences. Founded in 2015, Knowtions Research aims to make global health data more accessible and useful, driven by support from notable investors such as Alibaba Entrepreneur’s Fund and Information Venture Partners.

Briza

Series A in 2021
Briza, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in an online insurance-as-a-service platform, launched in 2016. The platform facilitates instant quoting, binding, and issuance of commercial insurance policies, serving as a marketplace for automated underwriting models. By providing a comprehensive API, Briza enables organizations, including insurance agencies and consumer applications, to integrate commercial insurance solutions seamlessly. This infrastructure allows insurers to deliver their products in a digital format quickly and cost-effectively, catering primarily to small business clients.

Blackcart

Series A in 2021
BlackCart is a Canadian company founded in 2017, headquartered in Toronto. It has developed a shopping application that enhances the online retail experience by allowing customers to select clothing from various stores and have them shipped to their homes for trial. This innovative approach enables users to try on items before making a purchase, as they only pay for the items they decide to keep. By streamlining the checkout process and improving customer experience, BlackCart aims to increase conversion rates and average order values for retailers.

Cloutdesk

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Clout Jam is a professional business management platform for the next generation of online creators and influencers. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, creators, hackers, designers, and technologists who believe that online creators are the future of digital media. We understand that #clout is currency and we respect the hustle it takes to earn it. We build, learn, and iterate everyday and strive to create a more equitable marketplace for creators through superior technology.

ActualConversion

Seed Round in 2020
We collect all the unique data generated by the many marketing platforms used by a business. We then filter and normalize that data into a universal language that we enrich with relevant business insights and recommendations that you can understand and use. It doesn't stop there... We don’t just want to simplify reporting to see what has worked well in the past, we want to help predict the best actions going forwards to get the best possible results, at the best budget.

Penfield.AI

Seed Round in 2020
Penfield.AI specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on enhancing security operations through advanced automation and performance optimization. The company has developed a patent-pending technology that models the skillsets of cybersecurity analysts in real-time, allowing for the automation of complex tasks. Its platform provides AI-powered tools that facilitate process standardization and bottleneck analysis, thereby enabling security teams to streamline workflows and improve their overall security posture. By equipping clients with these innovative tools, Penfield.AI aims to optimize performance and elevate the effectiveness of cybersecurity efforts.

Briza

Seed Round in 2020
Briza, Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in an online insurance-as-a-service platform, launched in 2016. The platform facilitates instant quoting, binding, and issuance of commercial insurance policies, serving as a marketplace for automated underwriting models. By providing a comprehensive API, Briza enables organizations, including insurance agencies and consumer applications, to integrate commercial insurance solutions seamlessly. This infrastructure allows insurers to deliver their products in a digital format quickly and cost-effectively, catering primarily to small business clients.

Cloutdesk

Seed Round in 2020
Clout Jam is a professional business management platform for the next generation of online creators and influencers. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, creators, hackers, designers, and technologists who believe that online creators are the future of digital media. We understand that #clout is currency and we respect the hustle it takes to earn it. We build, learn, and iterate everyday and strive to create a more equitable marketplace for creators through superior technology.

Blackcart

Seed Round in 2020
BlackCart is a Canadian company founded in 2017, headquartered in Toronto. It has developed a shopping application that enhances the online retail experience by allowing customers to select clothing from various stores and have them shipped to their homes for trial. This innovative approach enables users to try on items before making a purchase, as they only pay for the items they decide to keep. By streamlining the checkout process and improving customer experience, BlackCart aims to increase conversion rates and average order values for retailers.

Bliinx

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Bliinx Inc. is a Montreal-based company established in 2018 that focuses on developing software designed to enhance business relationships. Its platform aggregates interactions between professionals and their contacts into a streamlined relationship timeline, accessible through Office 365, including inbox, calendar, and mobile devices. Bliinx primarily serves sales, marketing, and customer success teams by providing tools that uncover relationship-based insights and automate data capture. This functionality aims to save time, improve win rates, enhance strategic decision-making, and ultimately drive revenue growth.

Acadium

Seed Round in 2020
Acadium is an online platform designed to provide students with hands-on marketing experience, facilitating their entry into the workforce. The platform offers free online courses in various marketing disciplines, including email marketing, social media, and search engine optimization, all developed by industry experts. After completing these courses, students can participate in remote apprenticeships with vetted businesses, gaining real-world experience while assisting small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs with their marketing needs. This model not only helps students acquire essential skills but also allows businesses to receive up to 40 hours of marketing support each month, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship that supports career development and business growth.

Mero Technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Mero Technologies Inc. specializes in labor allocation and supply utilization services for commercial property managers, leveraging an artificial intelligence dispatching system. Founded in 2017 and based in Toronto, Canada, Mero offers a comprehensive facility management solution designed for commercial cleaners. Its flagship product integrates with existing building liquid and paper dispensers to deliver detailed analytics on supply consumption, cleaner locations, and restroom traffic levels. This technology enables property managers to optimize workforce management, monitor supply levels and inventory replenishment, and analyze historical traffic patterns, ultimately enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs.

Beatdapp

Seed Round in 2019
Beatdapp is a United States-based company founded in 2018 that develops music streaming software designed to assist labels and artists in tracking their music and collecting royalties. The company provides a tracking system that authenticates, verifies, and validates media streamed in real-time, addressing discrepancies between Digital Service Providers and rights holders. This technology increases royalty revenue for rights holders while reducing the legal risks associated with royalty disputes for Digital Service Providers. Beatdapp effectively functions as a comprehensive solution for accurately monitoring music play counts.

Blackcart

Pre Seed Round in 2019
BlackCart is a Canadian company founded in 2017, headquartered in Toronto. It has developed a shopping application that enhances the online retail experience by allowing customers to select clothing from various stores and have them shipped to their homes for trial. This innovative approach enables users to try on items before making a purchase, as they only pay for the items they decide to keep. By streamlining the checkout process and improving customer experience, BlackCart aims to increase conversion rates and average order values for retailers.

Sharebee

Seed Round in 2019
Sharebee is a web and mobile peer-to-peer platform that connects people with spare space with people who need storage or parking solutions. It also allows people with extra space to list their garage, warehouse, parking space, spare rooms, basements, driveway, etc. They offer spaces that are 60% cheaper than traditional self-storage, closer to you, and insured by Intact Insurance. Sharebee provides clients cheaper prices, simple, faster and accessible storage and parking, and a better overall experience. Sharebee was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Montréal, Québec, Canada.

CareGuide

Venture Round in 2019
CareGuide Inc. owns and operates online marketplaces that connect families and individual with care providers for everyday care services. It operates a family of online marketplaces for senior care, child care, pet care, and home care services. The company is based in Toronto, Canada.

Finaeo

Seed Round in 2019
Finaeo Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops applications designed to assist financial advisors by acting as a digital assistant and sales coach. Founded in 2016, Finaeo's platform serves as a digital marketplace that connects independent life insurance brokers with carriers and clients, offering a fully integrated experience. Its applications allow users to share documents, track tasks, answer questions, and schedule meetings, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of insurance transactions. By providing tools for both iOS and Android users, Finaeo is focused on transforming the life and health insurance industry through innovative technology.

Avidbots

Series B in 2019
Avidbots Corp. develops and manufactures autonomous floor cleaning robots, primarily focusing on its flagship product, NEO, which is recognized as one of the most advanced autonomous scrubbing robots available. Founded in 2014 and based in Ottawa, Canada, Avidbots uses laser mapping technology to create detailed area maps and plan efficient cleaning paths. Its robots are designed to automate the labor-intensive aspects of commercial cleaning, allowing human cleaning crews to concentrate on higher-value tasks. Avidbots' products are utilized in various settings, including airports, retail malls, hospitals, colleges, and industrial sites across multiple countries. The company's vision is to integrate robots into everyday life to enhance human capabilities and improve operational efficiency in cleaning processes.

InnerSpace

Seed Round in 2019
InnerSpace Technologies Inc. offers a comprehensive indoor mapping and navigation platform that leverages advanced mapping technology, smartphone-compatible sensors, and machine learning to create automatic maps and pinpoint the location of individuals and objects in indoor environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company provides location-as-a-service solutions on a subscription basis for both enterprise and consumer applications, catering to clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Canada. InnerSpace's platform enables businesses to enhance their operations by optimizing real estate utilization, improving workplace experiences, managing customer engagement in retail settings, and enhancing safety protocols in smart buildings. By utilizing easy-to-install IoT sensors and out-of-the-box analytics, InnerSpace helps organizations effectively leverage their key assets—people and real estate—leading to significant operational efficiencies and improved financial outcomes.

Preteckt

Seed Round in 2018
Preteckt, Inc. develops a cloud-based platform that specializes in predicting and prescribing maintenance diagnostics for vehicles. The company offers vehicle prognostics-as-a-service (VPaaS), connecting manufacturers of connected and autonomous vehicles with service providers. Preteckt utilizes its proprietary real-time automotive data architecture to integrate artificial intelligence, deep learning, and machine learning algorithms, enabling efficient management of automotive data. This innovative approach provides a significant speed advantage over traditional big data solutions, allowing for real-time processing with zero false positives. The platform is designed to scale seamlessly with existing connected vehicles and fleets, serving a diverse clientele that includes municipalities, telematics service providers, and original equipment manufacturers in the automotive sector. Established in 2015, Preteckt is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with an additional location in Hamilton, Canada.

Optimity

Seed Round in 2018
Optimity Inc. operates a corporate wellness platform designed to enhance employee engagement through the incorporation of micro-habits. The platform enables workers to take brief, productive breaks lasting from 30 seconds to two minutes, during which they can practice health-focused activities aimed at improving mood, focus, and social connections within their workplace culture. Optimity offers a range of micro-habits, including stress-relief exercises, stretches, mindfulness practices, and hydration reminders, catering to diverse professionals from various industries. The company employs behavioral science strategies, gamification, and community engagement to motivate users towards healthier choices. Targeting B2B clients, particularly in the life insurance sector, Optimity helps organizations reduce acquisition costs by generating quality leads through its wellness initiatives. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Optimity was previously known as myHealthSphere Inc.

Looka

Series A in 2018
Looka Inc. operates an AI-powered platform that enables businesses to design their own logos through an algorithm, facilitating the creation of professional-quality logos and brand identities. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Looka provides users with ready-to-go files suitable for both print and digital applications. The platform employs proprietary machine and deep learning models, allowing entrepreneurs to conveniently and affordably bring their brand to life with visually appealing designs. Originally known as Logojoy Inc., the company rebranded to Looka Inc. in January 2019, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the design experience for users.

Nestready

Venture Round in 2018
NestReady Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2012. The company has developed a marketplace that integrates all stages of the home buying experience, connecting mortgage lenders with homebuyers. Its platform serves as a comprehensive tool that simplifies the home buying process by merging mortgage services with real estate offerings, facilitating better client relationships and improving visibility into the progress of transactions. This integration allows mortgage lenders to enhance customer understanding, reduce acquisition costs, and provide a seamless homebuying experience directly on their websites. By bridging the gap between home discovery and financing, NestReady aims to increase conversion rates and improve client retention.

ApplyBoard

Series A in 2018
ApplyBoard is the world's largest online platform that empowers students around the world to access the best education by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and academic institutions on its platform. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Kitchener, ON Canada, with over 500 staff members spanning 20 countries. ApplyBoard has built partnerships with over 1,200 primary, secondary, and post-secondary institutions, and works with 4,000+ Recruitment Partners, to drive highly qualified applicants and diversity to campuses across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. To date, the company has assisted more than 120,000 students with their educational journey.

Unito

Seed Round in 2018
Unito Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Montréal, Canada, specializes in developing a project management integration tool that enhances collaboration across various teams and departments. The platform automatically synchronizes projects, tasks, and conversations between multiple work management applications, such as Trello, Asana, JIRA, GitHub, Wrike, Zendesk, and Hubspot. By allowing users to connect their existing tools without requiring them to learn new systems, Unito promotes seamless communication and improved workflow. The platform addresses the complexities of integrating disparate software applications, enabling businesses to boost productivity by minimizing the need to switch between different tools and providing flexible synchronization options for tasks and projects.

Stably Corporation

Seed Round in 2018
Stably Blockchain Labs, Inc. operates as a cross-protocol reserve-backed stablecoin that connects wealth from real world to the blockchain economy. It is designed to work across multiple blockchain protocols which initially include Ethereum and Stellar. The company’s features include 1-to-1 Reserve Backing; every token minted is backed by 1.00 USD in a transparent reserve, Multi-Blockchains; establishes its initial presence on the Ethereum and Stellar protocols and increases integration with more blockchain protocols , Price Stability; possess organic price stability from the US Dollar, 4 Transparency Channels; it is publicly verifiable on-chain transactions, hashes of off-chain transactions, quarterly third party audits of cash reserve, and publishes reserve balances via service providers. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in North Vancouver, Canada

Fluent.ai

Convertible Note in 2018
Fluent.ai is a company that specializes in advanced speech recognition solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada. The company adopts a unique machine learning approach that enables its technology to understand spoken language without requiring conversion to text. This allows Fluent.ai's speech recognition engine to interpret natural phrases accurately across various languages, accents, and challenging environments, such as smart homes and connected vehicles. Its system is designed to function both online and offline, making it versatile for different applications, including wearables and virtual reality. Fluent.ai's solutions emphasize personalization and reliability, providing businesses with the tools to create secure and user-friendly voice interfaces tailored to their specific needs.

Orchard

Seed Round in 2018
Orchard Labs Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in an online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of used iPhones. Founded in 2012, Orchard also provides official Apple accessories, roam mobility US SIM cards, high-resolution screen protectors, and a permanent unlocking service. In addition to its marketplace offerings, the company has developed a lightweight smartphone protection service aimed at enterprises with bring your own device (BYOD) programs. This service includes smartphone diagnostics that help IT managers effectively oversee their BYOD initiatives, enhancing security and protecting employee privacy. Orchard further assists public and private-sector organizations by managing the costs associated with smartphone replacements through the purchase of used hardware.

NOBAL Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
The top priorities in retail are to create shopping experiences with engaging digital applications and streamlining the path to purchase. The era of integrated omnichannel retail is built on experiences that delight consumers. NOBAL creates innovative and intuitive digital interfaces to enhance customer experience. The iMirror’s versatile user experience, interface, and hardware display, is custom designed to reflect company brand and public image and is usable across multiple industries.

Finaeo

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Finaeo Inc. is a Toronto-based company that develops applications designed to assist financial advisors by acting as a digital assistant and sales coach. Founded in 2016, Finaeo's platform serves as a digital marketplace that connects independent life insurance brokers with carriers and clients, offering a fully integrated experience. Its applications allow users to share documents, track tasks, answer questions, and schedule meetings, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of insurance transactions. By providing tools for both iOS and Android users, Finaeo is focused on transforming the life and health insurance industry through innovative technology.

Chisel.ai

Seed Round in 2017
Chisel.ai specializes in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the insurance industry, both in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, the company utilizes natural language processing and named entity recognition to analyze various digital document formats, including Word, PDF, and Excel. Chisel.ai's technology enables the extraction of critical data from both structured and unstructured text, allowing for tasks such as data extraction, errors and omissions checks, submission prioritization, claims triage, and quote comparison. The company's services cater to insurers, reinsurers, and brokers, providing them with the capability to derive insights from previously inaccessible information and enhance operational efficiency.

ApplyBoard

Seed Round in 2017
ApplyBoard is the world's largest online platform that empowers students around the world to access the best education by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and academic institutions on its platform. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Kitchener, ON Canada, with over 500 staff members spanning 20 countries. ApplyBoard has built partnerships with over 1,200 primary, secondary, and post-secondary institutions, and works with 4,000+ Recruitment Partners, to drive highly qualified applicants and diversity to campuses across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. To date, the company has assisted more than 120,000 students with their educational journey.

Looka

Seed Round in 2017
Looka Inc. operates an AI-powered platform that enables businesses to design their own logos through an algorithm, facilitating the creation of professional-quality logos and brand identities. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Looka provides users with ready-to-go files suitable for both print and digital applications. The platform employs proprietary machine and deep learning models, allowing entrepreneurs to conveniently and affordably bring their brand to life with visually appealing designs. Originally known as Logojoy Inc., the company rebranded to Looka Inc. in January 2019, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the design experience for users.

WellTrack

Seed Round in 2017
WellTrack is a company based in Fredericton, Canada, that specializes in providing an online platform for on-demand therapy focused on stress, anxiety, and depression. The service aims to enhance access to mental health care, allowing users to seek support in a convenient and timely manner. WellTrack operates as a subsidiary of CyberPsyc Software Solutions, Inc., reflecting its integration within a broader technology and mental health framework.

Shoelace

Seed Round in 2017
Shoelace Technologies, Inc. provides a software solution designed for online merchants using Shopify to enhance their sales through effective retargeting campaigns. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the company specializes in recapturing visitors who abandon websites by offering features such as product catalog synchronization, campaign proposals, and optimization solutions. Its platform includes automation tools that streamline the creation of personalized advertising campaigns, ensuring that customers receive relevant ads based on their interactions. By leveraging customer journey retargeting, Shoelace empowers fast-growing Shopify brands to engage the right customers with timely advertisements, ultimately driving increased sales.

Adventure Bucket List

Seed Round in 2017
Adventure Bucket List, based in Sunnyvale, California, operates a business-to-business platform that focuses on unified reservation management and sales distribution for tours and activities. The platform allows activity providers to share their offerings, manage calendars, and track customer purchasing metrics, all while facilitating payment processing. By hosting partners, Adventure Bucket List enhances the visibility of activities and tours, enabling local businesses to generate additional revenue and gain insights into client preferences. This enterprise SaaS solution transforms traditional tourism listing websites into dynamic resources that drive visitor spending, positioning itself as a key player in the tourism sector.

Chatter Research

Seed Round in 2017
Chatter Research Inc specializes in developing a real-time customer research and feedback application tailored for retail and hospitality sectors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in Mountain View, California, the company offers a platform that facilitates conversational surveys through text messages, allowing customers to provide feedback as they exit stores or restaurants. This innovative approach enables businesses to enhance customer experiences and drive sales by leveraging AI-powered interactions. As of January 2020, Chatter Research operates as a subsidiary of Stingray Business.

Lumotune

Seed Round in 2017
We are creating a platform to transform the world’s glass into digital displays.

MedStack

Angel Round in 2017
For developers of healthcare applications in startups, enterprises and agencies, MedStack provides industry-specific data APIs and automated cloud hosting designed to achieve privacy compliance, healthcare security and data interoperability with Electronic Health Record systems out of the box. Built from the ground-up on proven high security standards and for flexibility across a wide range of application, database and deployment stacks, MedStack is the most secure, flexible and capable healthcare app hosting platform in the industry, now powering a wide range of applications from chronic disease management, healthcare workflow, monitoring and billing, leveraging AI, mobile, blockchain and VR/AR.

Swept

Seed Round in 2017
Swept Technologies, Inc. develops janitorial software for small to medium size commercial cleaning businesses. The company offers Swept software that helps cleaning companies to manage their cleaners. Its product includes features, such as enhanced translation, client messaging, inspections, scheduling, time tracking, problem reporting, cleaning instructions, location messages, supply tracking, and public surveys. The company was formerly known as Clean Simple Technologies Inc. and changed its name to Swept Technologies, Inc. in April 2017. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Halifax, Canada with additional office locations in Cleveland, Ohio; Toronto, Canada; and Halifax, Canada.

Meya.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2017
With Meya's Bot Studio you can build a highly sophisticated bot without getting bogged down in the weeds. Bot studio is a fully fledged web-based IDE and contains everything you need to make amazing bots including a flow & code editor, test chat, live debugger and visualizer.

InnerSpace

Seed Round in 2017
InnerSpace Technologies Inc. offers a comprehensive indoor mapping and navigation platform that leverages advanced mapping technology, smartphone-compatible sensors, and machine learning to create automatic maps and pinpoint the location of individuals and objects in indoor environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company provides location-as-a-service solutions on a subscription basis for both enterprise and consumer applications, catering to clients across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Canada. InnerSpace's platform enables businesses to enhance their operations by optimizing real estate utilization, improving workplace experiences, managing customer engagement in retail settings, and enhancing safety protocols in smart buildings. By utilizing easy-to-install IoT sensors and out-of-the-box analytics, InnerSpace helps organizations effectively leverage their key assets—people and real estate—leading to significant operational efficiencies and improved financial outcomes.

ChangeJar

Seed Round in 2017
ChangeJar designs mobile payment solutions that keep you in charge of your own money. ChangeJar is driving retail cash payments by making them mobile: as fast and convenient as credit or debit – but without the transaction fees. With the ChangeJar app on their phone, consumers can accumulate the value of change from physical cash transactions and then use it for mobile payment, tipping, and social giving. ChangeJar was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Ambience Data

Seed Round in 2017
Ambience Data air monitoring system provides quick access to accurate data about the air quality within a local area. Our air monitoring systems use the latest and most reliable air quality sensors. Our data analysis system has access to a large network of air monitoring systems that we place in close proximity to each other throughout the city. Our systems detect the most abundant pollutants including carbon monoxide, sulphur oxides, nitrogen oxides, ammonia, volatile organic compounds, ground-level ozone, and particulate matter.

Setter

Seed Round in 2017
Setter Inc. develops an application which connects homeowners with personal home managers. It allows users to book home maintenance and repair services, such as window cleaning, landscaping, installing a new furnace, and replacing countertops. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Toronto, Canada. As per the transaction announced on November 21, 2020, Setter Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Thumbtack, Inc.

WellTrack

Seed Round in 2017
WellTrack is a company based in Fredericton, Canada, that specializes in providing an online platform for on-demand therapy focused on stress, anxiety, and depression. The service aims to enhance access to mental health care, allowing users to seek support in a convenient and timely manner. WellTrack operates as a subsidiary of CyberPsyc Software Solutions, Inc., reflecting its integration within a broader technology and mental health framework.

UrbanLogiq

Convertible Note in 2017
UrbanLogiq is a Canadian company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for urban data analytics aimed at enhancing city planning. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on integrating various previously siloed datasets from government sources with additional public, private, and Internet data. By applying machine learning and analytics, UrbanLogiq aims to provide city planners with tools that streamline decision-making processes. Its platform includes features for economic intelligence, enabling detailed forecasting of economic trends and policy impact analysis, as well as transportation analytics that consolidate traffic sensor data for optimizing traffic management and infrastructure planning. UrbanLogiq's solutions are designed to empower public officials to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities without requiring extensive data expertise.

Parkbench.com

Convertible Note in 2016
Parkbench Inc. operates a Website that enables users to find and post local events, deals, news, and real estate in their neighborhood. Its Website enables local businesses to claim or create a profile on their neighborhood Website and advertise their products, services, and promotions; and users to get deals, find local events, read neighborhood news, and access neighborhood resources and services. The company serves customers in Canada, California, Florida, Oregon, Washington, North Carolina, Utah, and Texas. Parkbench Inc.is based in Toronto, Canada.

Linkett

Seed Round in 2016
Linkett is a technology company focused on the out-of-home advertisement industry, providing innovative hardware and software solutions. The company offers a device that enhances existing televisions and digital signs with motion and mobile capabilities, allowing for dynamic promotions. Additionally, Linkett's platform enables digital signage networks to collect real-time data, generating valuable performance analytics. This system facilitates the management of media delivered to displays and mobile devices, connecting online promoters with mobile users to improve consumer engagement. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Kitchener, Canada, with an additional office in Mountain View, California, Linkett was previously known as WestonExpressions Inc. It is recognized as a leading analytics platform in the digital place-based advertising sector, leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technology.

Virool

Series A in 2016
Virool, Inc. develops and offers a native video advertising platform for brand marketers. Its platform enables brands to host their video, design the campaign, target audience, and analyze results on the Web. The platform for publishers is a supply-side platform for video and customizable layout and design to maximize revenue; and for advertisers to maximize brand impact with programmatic video distribution platform, advertainment, eIQ emotional insights, and real-time analytics. The company serves advertisers and publishers. Virool, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in San Francisco, California with additional offices in New York, New York; St. Petersburg, Russia; Toronto, Canada; and Los Angeles, California.

Whiplash

Seed Round in 2016
Whiplash Merchandising Inc. provides storage and shipping services for products on demand for e-commerce companies. It engages in the warehousing, packaging, and shipping of inventory through USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and Royal Mail. The company also provides a related API and platform. In addition, it integrates with shopping carts, such as Shopify, Magento, and others. Whiplash Merchandising Inc. was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It has warehousing facilities in California; Oregon; Texas; Kentucky; Delaware; Ohio; Michigan; North Carolina; Pennsylvania; New Jersey; Florida; Canada; and the United Kingdom. As of April 24, 2019, Whiplash Merchandising Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Port Logistics Group, Inc.

NOBAL Technologies

Convertible Note in 2016
The top priorities in retail are to create shopping experiences with engaging digital applications and streamlining the path to purchase. The era of integrated omnichannel retail is built on experiences that delight consumers. NOBAL creates innovative and intuitive digital interfaces to enhance customer experience. The iMirror’s versatile user experience, interface, and hardware display, is custom designed to reflect company brand and public image and is usable across multiple industries.

Mejuri

Seed Round in 2016
Mejuri Inc. manufactures and sells fine jewelry. The company offers products in various categories, including rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and anklets, and engagement. It offers products through its showrooms, as well as online to customers in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company was founded in 1953 and is based in Toronto, Canada. It has showrooms in New York, New York; Toronto, Canada; and Chicago, Illinois.

MetaMixis

Seed Round in 2016
MetaMixis Inc. develops enzymes and pathways for chemicals producing microorganisms. It builds biosensors that harnesses an environment's natural ability to detect transformations; screens diverse environmental DNA libraries; and generates multi-candidate portfolio of enzymes or pathways that can perform the target transformation. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

INGU

Pre Seed Round in 2016
INGU Solutions Inc. is a Calgary-based company that specializes in developing miniaturized mobile sensors designed for the oil and gas sector. The company has introduced Pipers®, an innovative inspection technology that operates within active pipelines, regardless of their size, condition, or configuration. This technology enables the detection of leaks, geometric defects, magnetic anomalies, and deposits in a single inspection run, addressing the limitations of traditional pipeline integrity assessments, which are often infrequent and costly. By offering a self-serve inspection model, INGU has significantly reduced the cost of inline inspections, making them ten times more affordable and allowing for more frequent monitoring of pipeline assets. This accessible technology enables a diverse range of clients to benefit from ongoing data collection and analysis, leading to improved planning and decision-making. The company's approach addresses the vulnerabilities inherent in aging pipeline infrastructure, providing clients with critical, up-to-date information to enhance operational safety and efficiency.

Neutun Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Neutun Labs Inc. provides tracking software for epileptics through smartwatches and wearables. It offers a tracking tool for continuous passive tracking, medication reminders, notification, and recording progress services. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Toronto, Canada.

Remitbee

Seed Round in 2015
Remitbee is a global money transfer and mobile money company that specializes in online money transfers. Operating under Thamor Trading Corporation, it has over 11 years of experience in infrastructure and compliance. The platform offers a user-friendly service, allowing customers to send money online via web browsers, tablets, and mobile phones. By eliminating the middleman associated with traditional money transfer agents, Remitbee aims to reduce the high costs of sending money overseas, facilitating direct transfers from customers to bank and cash accounts worldwide. Currently operational in Canada, Remitbee plans to expand its services to the United States and European countries, with the capability to send money to eight countries and more expected in the near future.

Fuzzy.ai

Seed Round in 2015
Fuzzy.ai is an API that makes it easy for developers to to build decision-making artificial intelligence without needing data science expertise or lots of data. Fuzzy.ai is used for price optimization, recommendations, lead scoring and matching in 2-sided marketplaces.

Alongside

Seed Round in 2015
Alongside Inc. provides a software platform for the hiring needs of employers in Canada. Its software platform enables employers to promote job opportunities and attract people to join their team; integrate with their company’s careers page, manage their hiring pipeline in the platform, and communicate with candidates with templates for bulk messaging; and review candidates and coordinate with the team. The company also provides custom solutions for the specific needs of hiring companies. Alongside Inc. was formerly known as Qimple Inc. and changed its name to Alongside Inc. in September 2016. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Moncton, Canada.

GridCure

Seed Round in 2015
GRIDCURE INC. provides advanced metering infrastructure solutions. Its solutions enable users to monitor bulk and individual power usage at finer granularity, allowing for analysis on large (grid health, energy balancing, load distribution, and peak load detection) and small (individual health detection and outage detection) scale of power data. The company specializes in grid health analysis, consumption signal processing, fraud detection, and automated communication and alert system. Its solutions also used for automated billing purposes. The company is based in Toronto, Canada.

MOJIO

Series A in 2015
Mojio, Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in connected car solutions. It offers a cloud-connected cellular and GPS device that integrates with various vehicles, providing insights into performance and operational data. Mojio’s platform facilitates the deployment of secure and scalable aftermarket services for enterprise customers, including mobile operators, automotive manufacturers, and insurers. The device allows users to connect with family and friends through personalized messages and geo-location features, while also providing a virtual driving assistant to analyze vehicle data. Additionally, Mojio supports developers with tools, resources, and a vehicle simulator to enhance application integration. The company was incorporated in 2012 and has strategic partnerships with technology firms to bolster its offerings.

Gymtrack

Seed Round in 2015
Gymtrack Inc. develops and provides exercise planning and virtual coaching software and devices that help individuals track their workouts. Its technology allows gyms and fitness centers to create relationships with their clients, while users get insight into their progress and health. The company also offers a bracelet that connects with user’s smartphone to track tempo and form while they work out. It serves customers in Canada and internationally. Gymtrack Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Ottawa, Canada.

99Gamers

Seed Round in 2014
99Gamers is an online community focused on trading video games, allowing users to buy and sell games using a virtual currency known as coins. Founded in 2012 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the platform caters to customers in the United States and Canada. It provides an accessible way for gamers to exchange unwanted games for titles they desire, facilitating a user-friendly trading experience.

RAUR

Seed Round in 2014
RAUR is a web-based social publishing platform for podcasts. It is built to simplify discovery, listening, and the creation of content. The platform enables its users to share listening experiences with comedians, singers, writers, poets, performers, politicians, DJs, and many others. RAUR was launched in October 2012 and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

Innohub

Seed Round in 2014
Innohub is an award winning design & development agency based in Toronto at the Ryerson Digital Media Zone. They are product engineers, developers, designers, strategists and marketers collaborating to transform ideas into innovations. Innohub’s flagship product, Uplette offers brands and advertisers an easy way to deliver context aware and dynamic content to users’ mobile devices using any communication technology (QR, SMS, NFC, Smart images, mobile ads etc).

Storefront

Series A in 2014
Storefront, Inc. operates a prominent online marketplace that connects artists, designers, and brands with available retail spaces for short-term rental in major cities, notably San Francisco and New York, as well as in Canadian shopping centers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform offers a diverse range of spaces, from booths at street fairs to boutique interiors and entire storefronts. It facilitates opportunities for space owners, brokers, and landlords to monetize their properties while enabling brands and e-commerce businesses to create pop-up stores and host events. Since its inception, Storefront has established itself as a leading resource for short-term retail space rentals globally.

Pinshape

Seed Round in 2014
Pinshape is the next generation 3D printing community & marketplace for brands, designers and makers. We specialize in making it easy to find and successfully print great 3D designs, while mitigating intellectual property risks through secure streaming technology. Pinshape is a 500 Startups-backed company, headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. For more information and to see 3D printed products available, visit Pinshape.com.

Sightly

Seed Round in 2014
Sightly Enterprises, Inc. operates a local video platform designed to connect consumers with local businesses through personalized video advertising. Founded in 2006 and based in Del Mar, California, the company specializes in mobile and in-stream video marketing solutions that enable businesses to enhance their visibility in an increasingly video-centric marketplace. Sightly's technology allows for dynamic ad personalization and targeted campaigns across various platforms, including YouTube and Google, tailored to meet specific client objectives. Utilizing an advanced segmentation and optimization engine driven by local data, Sightly provides a comprehensive solution for local brand awareness and customer engagement. Its platform facilitates scalable campaign management through features such as automated bidding and refined audience targeting, ensuring cost-effective investment in the most relevant geographic areas. With a focus on maximizing the effectiveness of video advertising, Sightly empowers businesses to engage with both existing and potential customers effectively.

VenueSpot

Seed Round in 2014
VenueSpot Inc. operates an online platform designed to connect event organizers with a diverse range of venues, including restaurants, hotels, and bars. Founded in 2013 and based in Vancouver, Canada, VenueSpot addresses the challenges faced by event organizers in finding suitable spaces. The platform allows organizers to post their event details and receive bids from multiple venues, streamlining the booking process. This system not only enhances the selection available to organizers but also helps venues maximize their occupancy by filling otherwise empty event spaces. By facilitating this marketplace, VenueSpot improves the overall efficiency and value for both event planners and venue operators.

MOJIO

Seed Round in 2013
Mojio, Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in connected car solutions. It offers a cloud-connected cellular and GPS device that integrates with various vehicles, providing insights into performance and operational data. Mojio’s platform facilitates the deployment of secure and scalable aftermarket services for enterprise customers, including mobile operators, automotive manufacturers, and insurers. The device allows users to connect with family and friends through personalized messages and geo-location features, while also providing a virtual driving assistant to analyze vehicle data. Additionally, Mojio supports developers with tools, resources, and a vehicle simulator to enhance application integration. The company was incorporated in 2012 and has strategic partnerships with technology firms to bolster its offerings.

Storefront

Seed Round in 2013
Storefront, Inc. operates a prominent online marketplace that connects artists, designers, and brands with available retail spaces for short-term rental in major cities, notably San Francisco and New York, as well as in Canadian shopping centers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform offers a diverse range of spaces, from booths at street fairs to boutique interiors and entire storefronts. It facilitates opportunities for space owners, brokers, and landlords to monetize their properties while enabling brands and e-commerce businesses to create pop-up stores and host events. Since its inception, Storefront has established itself as a leading resource for short-term retail space rentals globally.

Lagoa

Seed Round in 2013
Lagoa is a 3D cloud platform designed to democratize digital creation for professionals in engineering, architecture, and media and entertainment. Founded by Thiago Costa, Arno Zinke, and Dov Amihod, Lagoa's platform allows users to visualize and render high-quality 3D content directly in their web browsers, removing the need for expensive hardware and software. The platform includes Lagoa MultiOptics®, a cloud-based rendering technology that supports real-time collaboration, enabling multiple users to work simultaneously on the same project. With an open application programming interface (API) and compatibility across various devices without requiring installations, Lagoa aims to simplify the process of creating and publishing interactive 3D experiences.

Cliptone

Seed Round in 2013
Cliptone is a messaging application that enables its users to send creative voice messages to their friends. It allows its users to record a clip up to 10 seconds; apply voice filters and background music; and more. Cliptone was launched on March 3, 2012 in Toronto, Ontario.

Kinnek

Seed Round in 2012
Kinnek, Inc. operates an online platform designed to assist small businesses in sourcing customized quotes from suppliers through a streamlined request process. Established in 2012 in New York City, Kinnek addresses the unique purchasing needs of small business owners who require tailored equipment and supplies but lack the resources for dedicated purchasing teams. The platform allows users to post their product requirements, engage with suppliers through clarification questions, receive and compare quotes, and select or negotiate with their preferred suppliers. Additionally, it connects suppliers to a network of qualified small and medium-sized businesses across various industries, including food and beverage, farming, hospitality, and industrial sectors. Kinnek's marketplace facilitates efficient transactions and enhances accessibility for both buyers and sellers in the U.S. and Canada.

Clarity

Seed Round in 2012
Clarity Inc. operates a web-based platform designed to connect entrepreneurs with industry experts for business advice via phone consultations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Moncton, Canada, Clarity serves as a marketplace where users can seek guidance on market research, strategic business challenges, and specialized skills. The platform boasts a network of over 30,000 verified experts, including notable entrepreneurs, who offer their insights to help businesses grow. As of December 31, 2014, Clarity functions as a subsidiary of Fundable LLC.

247 Techies

Seed Round in 2012
24/7 Techies is a technical support company that operates with the goal of delivering an outstanding service to its clients. Growing at an encouraging rate, their services have been well received globally. Their company is built around the technical expertise of their enthusiastic team which is made up of certified professionals who enjoy what they do. Reaching across continents, their expert techies have made thousands of lives easier from the United States of America to Australia and Canada to the United Kingdom. They believe in their ability to come up with fast and simple solutions no matter how dire the situation may be. 24/7 Techies specializes in delivering remote tech support to the global Micro SMB sector. Their pricing plans are uniquely affordable and present a varied list of great services which spans from server maintenance to virus removal. Their world class IT solutions can be acquired by simply subscribing for a yearly plan or a one-time offer by registering on their website or giving us a call. Their tech team works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and they guarantee that you will receive a satisfactory service. Armed with the best tools in the business, their remote support team is not automated and is powered by real people with years of experience and skill. 24/7 Techies is a Microsoft Certified Gold partner company which also boasts one of the highest Net Promoter Scores within the industry.

iDreamBooks

Seed Round in 2012
iDreamBooks is a book discovery platform that utilizes a rating and recommendation system informed by reviews from established critics, including prominent publications like the New York Times and select book bloggers. By aggregating these reviews, iDreamBooks helps users find noteworthy literature, making the process of discovering new books more efficient and informed. The platform aims to enhance the reading experience by providing curated recommendations based on critical assessments, thereby connecting readers with books that align with their interests.

Homejoy

Seed Round in 2012
Homejoy, Inc. is an online platform that connects homeowners with professional service providers for various household needs, including cleaning, plumbing, electrical work, and handyman services. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to simplify the process of finding reliable home services by offering a user-friendly interface where customers can book screened and background-checked professionals. Homejoy operates across 31 markets in the United States and Canada, providing affordable cleaning services starting at $20 per hour. By focusing on customer satisfaction and maintaining high service standards, Homejoy seeks to ensure that every home can be a happy home.

HighScore House

Seed Round in 2012
HighScore House is rethinking the way kids earn the things that they want, while making the lives of families easier and more positive than ever before. We use game design to motivate kids to take on new challenges and help develop important habits like delayed gratification. Parents create a virtual economy in their home where kids earn stars for completing tasks and redeem them for real parent approved rewards.

Cadee

Seed Round in 2011
Cadee lets you build your own golf profile. Share your golf activity, stats, and favorite courses with other Cadee users. Compare yourself with friends and keep up to date with their latest scores. Discover new courses to play and stay up to date with golf deals from nearby courses. Golf courses on Cadee get their own profile page too. They can use their profile page to promote themselves to our users using social media, email and our integrated deals system.