Sofy is a developer of no-code testing software that aims to enhance the quality of mobile applications. The company offers an autonomous testing solution for websites and Android apps, allowing developers to evaluate visual quality, performance, and reliability without the need for scripts or source code. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Sofy's software incorporates trainable robots to support iterative application development. This technology enables developers to effectively manage their application portfolios and assess their performance in comparison to competitors. By focusing on functionality, reliability, and user experience, Sofy facilitates the testing, deployment, and monitoring processes for mobile application developers.
Sofy is a developer of no-code testing software that aims to enhance the quality of mobile applications. The company offers an autonomous testing solution for websites and Android apps, allowing developers to evaluate visual quality, performance, and reliability without the need for scripts or source code. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Sofy's software incorporates trainable robots to support iterative application development. This technology enables developers to effectively manage their application portfolios and assess their performance in comparison to competitors. By focusing on functionality, reliability, and user experience, Sofy facilitates the testing, deployment, and monitoring processes for mobile application developers.
Datasembly
Seed Round in 2018
Datasembly, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2014. It specializes in transforming web data content into structured information, focusing on grocery and retail pricing records. Datasembly's primary solution aggregates pricing data from a wide range of retailers and quick-service restaurants on a weekly basis, aiming to collect comprehensive price information for every product sold in stores daily. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including natural language processing and machine learning, to process this highly volatile data into customized, actionable reports. These insights empower brands, retailers, and analytics firms to make informed, cost-effective business decisions. Additionally, the data provided by Datasembly supports economic indicators, market research, and consumer applications, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients.
Stably is a FinTech startup based in Seattle that specializes in asset tokenization and stablecoin infrastructure for blockchain networks and Web3 applications. The company focuses on providing solutions such as stablecoin-as-a-service and asset tokenization-as-a-service, which operate across various blockchain protocols. Stably offers multichain tokenization services along with a platform that facilitates fiat-to-crypto gateways and multi-asset wallets. These offerings enable financial technology companies, blockchain projects, and institutional businesses to convert traditional assets into crypto assets and facilitate the exchange of fiat currencies for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Stably's mission is to bridge traditional finance with the digital economy, providing Web3 users with efficient, secure, and globally accessible fiat-to-stablecoin on-ramps.
Magalix
Seed Round in 2018
Magalix Corporation, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, operates an artificial intelligence-based cloud platform designed to enhance application intelligence and assist developers in creating cloud-neutral applications. The company's platform, which includes KubeAdvisor for Kubernetes and cloud-native applications, focuses on capacity management, cost savings, and performance improvement. Magalix also specializes in cloud security, leveraging security-as-code and compliance-as-code to integrate security throughout the development lifecycle. This involves monitoring security postures, enforcing security guardrails, real-time monitoring, and analytics.
Ledger Investing
Seed Round in 2017
Ledger Investing Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects investors with insurance carriers, facilitating the purchase of securities linked to various classes of insurance risk. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the company enhances risk transparency and standardization in the creation of Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS). By leveraging advanced data infrastructure and analytics, Ledger Investing streamlines transactions and provides asset managers, pension funds, hedge funds, family offices, and other institutions with opportunities to earn returns through insurance investments. The platform combines financial engineering and software development, enabling investors to engage with a growing asset class that is uncorrelated to traditional investments like equities and fixed income, while also allowing insurers to access lower-cost capital through securitization.
Pair Inc., headquartered in Washington D.C., is an augmented reality commerce platform that develops an iOS mobile app enabling users to create their own catalogs. The company facilitates enterprises in driving sales, promoting sharing, accelerating customer buying decisions, and enhancing brand identity through its technology. Pair also encourages individuals, including educational professionals, designers, and hobbyists, to promote augmented reality within their communities by providing tools for education, design, and prototyping. Founded in 2015 by Taylor Clark and Andrew Kemendo, the company was previously known as Directive Systems Inc.
WorkAmerica
Seed Round in 2015
WorkAmerica is a Washington, D.C.-based company that focuses on developing and implementing tailored workforce retraining programs, specifically designed for the skilled trades. The company operates an online recruitment platform that connects employers in sectors such as trucking, hospitality, and manufacturing with trained and credentialed talent. By collaborating with community colleges, vocational schools, and credentialing agencies, WorkAmerica aims to address the evolving demands of the workforce while facilitating the employment of graduates from credentialed training programs. As traditional roles in skilled trades grow more sophisticated, WorkAmerica addresses the recruitment challenges and market opportunities highlighted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The company operates as a subsidiary of Climb.Jobs, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing talent pipelines for employers nationwide.
Datasembly
Seed Round in 2015
Datasembly, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2014. It specializes in transforming web data content into structured information, focusing on grocery and retail pricing records. Datasembly's primary solution aggregates pricing data from a wide range of retailers and quick-service restaurants on a weekly basis, aiming to collect comprehensive price information for every product sold in stores daily. The company utilizes advanced technologies, including natural language processing and machine learning, to process this highly volatile data into customized, actionable reports. These insights empower brands, retailers, and analytics firms to make informed, cost-effective business decisions. Additionally, the data provided by Datasembly supports economic indicators, market research, and consumer applications, enhancing operational efficiency for its clients.
Tuckernuck
Series A in 2015
Tuckernuck, Inc. is an online retailer based in Washington, D.C., specializing in apparel and lifestyle products that embody a classic American aesthetic. Founded in 2010, the company offers a diverse range of items for women, men, and children, including clothing, accessories, and home décor. Its product offerings encompass tops, outerwear, jewelry, bags, activewear, and beauty products, as well as home items such as barware and kitchen accessories. Tuckernuck curates a blend of well-known and emerging brands, emphasizing a timeless style that reflects tradition and an active lifestyle. The company aims to create a distinctive shopping experience by continually introducing unique products that resonate with customers, making it a go-to destination for those seeking quality and classic American style.
Vantage Sports
Seed Round in 2015
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics company based in Bellevue, Washington, incorporated in 2011. It provides a comprehensive data collection platform that revolutionizes how sports teams, media, and fans gather, analyze, and utilize performance data. Focusing primarily on the NBA, Vantage Sports goes beyond traditional statistical categories to offer in-depth insights into athlete and franchise performance. The platform enables clients to access extensive analytics, facilitating a deeper understanding of player statistics and enhancing decision-making processes within sports organizations. Vantage Sports operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC, striving to create innovative tools for data analysis in the sports industry.
GiftStarter
Seed Round in 2015
Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, GiftStarter is an online platform that enables users to divide their ideal gifts into virtual ‘tiles’, thereby allowing their friends and family to contribute towards its purchase by buying as much or as little tiles as they want. Users have to go on the GiftStarter catalog to select what they want, start a campaign with a story, and share this on social media such as Facebook and Twitter. Once the item is fully funded, the company sends it to the user along with a handmade card featuring a message from each gifter. GiftStarter was launched in 2014.
Unikrn, Inc. operates an online e-sports betting platform that enables users to place bets on e-sports matches using Unikoins, a virtual currency specific to the platform in the United States, and real money in other parts of the world. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Unikrn provides a legal space for gamers to engage in betting on various games, competitions, and league matches. The platform also features a marketplace where users can utilize Unikoins to enter raffles for prizes such as gaming PCs, headsets, and other gaming-related items. With a network of gaming communities that spans over 100 countries, Unikrn aims to enhance the gaming experience for millions of users worldwide.
Jott
Venture Round in 2015
Seattle based Jott offers a novel and convenient service that lets users speak messages; those can be sent to themselves or others as transcribed emails or voice messages. Jott has also begun to offer a new service called Jott links. Jott Links are Web pages that receive HTTP posts and write out a text response. They are called Jott Links because they are used to “link†Jott with other services, such as blogging and social networking sites. Jaiku, Blogger, Twitter, Zillow, tumblr, and Amazon.com are some of the Jott Links available. For example, you can call Jott, say the name of the link (“Twitter!â€), speak out loud your blog post, and have the message sent to Twitter. Jott can also read back any responses and send them to you via email or text message. Companies offering similar services include SpinVox and SimulScribe.
Lish is an e-commerce company based in Seattle, Washington, that operates a B2B technology platform designed to connect offices with local chefs and restaurants. Founded in 2014, Lish specializes in creating tailored food programs that enhance employee satisfaction through corporate catering and office food delivery. The platform facilitates partnerships with chefs, food trucks, and caterers, allowing businesses to offer reliable and healthy meal options, whether through recurring catering services or one-time orders. By enabling companies to discover and order home-cooked meals, Lish aims to elevate the workplace dining experience.
Contactually
Seed Round in 2014
Contactually, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in web-based customer relationship management (CRM) software and contract management solutions. Founded in 2011, Contactually offers a platform that aggregates contact information and enhances it with data from email service providers, social media, and mobile devices. The platform is designed to improve relationship management by allowing users to synchronize communication histories, organize and prioritize contacts, and automate processes such as email templates and workflows. It employs artificial intelligence to help users engage with their contacts more effectively, particularly in industries like real estate, finance, consulting, and education. Contactually's tools enable clients to monitor team performance and streamline communication, ultimately enhancing client relationships and operational efficiency. The company became a subsidiary of Urban Compass, Inc. in February 2019.
Vantage Sports
Venture Round in 2014
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics company based in Bellevue, Washington, incorporated in 2011. It provides a comprehensive data collection platform that revolutionizes how sports teams, media, and fans gather, analyze, and utilize performance data. Focusing primarily on the NBA, Vantage Sports goes beyond traditional statistical categories to offer in-depth insights into athlete and franchise performance. The platform enables clients to access extensive analytics, facilitating a deeper understanding of player statistics and enhancing decision-making processes within sports organizations. Vantage Sports operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC, striving to create innovative tools for data analysis in the sports industry.
Social Tables
Series A in 2014
Social Tables, Inc. is a developer of cloud-based software tailored for the hospitality, events, and catering industries. Founded in 2011 and based in Washington, D.C., the company provides a comprehensive platform that simplifies event planning by consolidating various processes into a single tool. Its offerings include sales and catering CRM software, interactive floor plans, and event proposal tools, which facilitate the management of group business from inception to execution. The platform enhances collaboration among event planners and property professionals, allowing them to design floor plans, manage attendee information, create seating charts, and engage guests seamlessly from any device. As of October 2018, Social Tables operates as a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc.
Grab Holdings Inc., headquartered in Singapore, operates a mobile technology platform that integrates city transportation and various on-demand services in Southeast Asia. The company, founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, offers services such as ride-hailing (GrabTaxi, GrabCar), carpooling (GrabHitch, GrabShare), shuttle services (GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus), and food delivery through its GrabFood platform. Grab also provides financial services, including payments, consumer loans, and enterprise offerings. It operates in eight countries: Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Grab generates revenue by charging commissions to both consumers and service providers, with ride-hailing and food delivery contributing to 89% of its total revenue. The company competes with Foodpanda and Gojek in the region.
WorkAmerica
Pre Seed Round in 2013
WorkAmerica is a Washington, D.C.-based company that focuses on developing and implementing tailored workforce retraining programs, specifically designed for the skilled trades. The company operates an online recruitment platform that connects employers in sectors such as trucking, hospitality, and manufacturing with trained and credentialed talent. By collaborating with community colleges, vocational schools, and credentialing agencies, WorkAmerica aims to address the evolving demands of the workforce while facilitating the employment of graduates from credentialed training programs. As traditional roles in skilled trades grow more sophisticated, WorkAmerica addresses the recruitment challenges and market opportunities highlighted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The company operates as a subsidiary of Climb.Jobs, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing talent pipelines for employers nationwide.
LookSharp
Series A in 2013
LookSharp is an online platform designed to connect students with companies seeking interns, thereby enhancing the college hiring process. Founded in 2009 by Andrew Maguire and Nathan Parcells, the platform originally operated in Washington but expanded nationally by 2011. LookSharp provides a Campus Hub product that showcases companies year-round through rich content, helping students make informed decisions about their applications. The platform simplifies the internship search and application process, allowing users to discover opportunities without registration, and offers skill-based matching recommendations. Additionally, LookSharp maintains a resource library for students and organizations, featuring tools for resume creation and internship preparation, as well as advice for managing internship programs. The platform emphasizes the importance of socially responsible positions, enabling students to seek experiential learning opportunities that combine career development with positive social impact. With over 10 million users, LookSharp aims to facilitate meaningful connections between students and employers.
Contactually
Seed Round in 2013
Contactually, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in web-based customer relationship management (CRM) software and contract management solutions. Founded in 2011, Contactually offers a platform that aggregates contact information and enhances it with data from email service providers, social media, and mobile devices. The platform is designed to improve relationship management by allowing users to synchronize communication histories, organize and prioritize contacts, and automate processes such as email templates and workflows. It employs artificial intelligence to help users engage with their contacts more effectively, particularly in industries like real estate, finance, consulting, and education. Contactually's tools enable clients to monitor team performance and streamline communication, ultimately enhancing client relationships and operational efficiency. The company became a subsidiary of Urban Compass, Inc. in February 2019.
LookSharp
Venture Round in 2013
LookSharp is an online platform designed to connect students with companies seeking interns, thereby enhancing the college hiring process. Founded in 2009 by Andrew Maguire and Nathan Parcells, the platform originally operated in Washington but expanded nationally by 2011. LookSharp provides a Campus Hub product that showcases companies year-round through rich content, helping students make informed decisions about their applications. The platform simplifies the internship search and application process, allowing users to discover opportunities without registration, and offers skill-based matching recommendations. Additionally, LookSharp maintains a resource library for students and organizations, featuring tools for resume creation and internship preparation, as well as advice for managing internship programs. The platform emphasizes the importance of socially responsible positions, enabling students to seek experiential learning opportunities that combine career development with positive social impact. With over 10 million users, LookSharp aims to facilitate meaningful connections between students and employers.
Scoutzie
Seed Round in 2012
Scoutzie, LLC is an online platform based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to connecting mobile designers with clients seeking professional design services. The platform allows mobile designers to showcase their work across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and Windows. By facilitating direct collaboration between clients and top designers worldwide, Scoutzie aims to streamline the process of finding the right design talent, ensuring that access to skilled professionals is not limited by personal networks. The community emphasizes the merit of designers' portfolios, creating an exclusive environment where members are recognized for their work rather than their connections.
Cloudability
Series A in 2012
Cloudability Inc. is a financial management company that specializes in cloud cost management software solutions. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, the company provides a platform that enables organizations to monitor, manage, and optimize their cloud expenditures. Its services include budgeting alerts, reporting tools, customizable dashboards, and anomaly detection that identifies unusual spending patterns while filtering out false positives. Cloudability's True Cost Explorer allows enterprises to analyze vendor billing comprehensively. The platform aggregates real-time financial data using advanced analytics and machine learning, offering IT, finance, and business teams detailed insights into cloud spending. Cloudability serves a diverse range of clients, including operational teams, product owners, finance departments, and executives, and operates additional offices in Seattle, Boulder, Sydney, and London.
Tuckernuck
Seed Round in 2012
Tuckernuck, Inc. is an online retailer based in Washington, D.C., specializing in apparel and lifestyle products that embody a classic American aesthetic. Founded in 2010, the company offers a diverse range of items for women, men, and children, including clothing, accessories, and home décor. Its product offerings encompass tops, outerwear, jewelry, bags, activewear, and beauty products, as well as home items such as barware and kitchen accessories. Tuckernuck curates a blend of well-known and emerging brands, emphasizing a timeless style that reflects tradition and an active lifestyle. The company aims to create a distinctive shopping experience by continually introducing unique products that resonate with customers, making it a go-to destination for those seeking quality and classic American style.
Contactually
Seed Round in 2011
Contactually, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in web-based customer relationship management (CRM) software and contract management solutions. Founded in 2011, Contactually offers a platform that aggregates contact information and enhances it with data from email service providers, social media, and mobile devices. The platform is designed to improve relationship management by allowing users to synchronize communication histories, organize and prioritize contacts, and automate processes such as email templates and workflows. It employs artificial intelligence to help users engage with their contacts more effectively, particularly in industries like real estate, finance, consulting, and education. Contactually's tools enable clients to monitor team performance and streamline communication, ultimately enhancing client relationships and operational efficiency. The company became a subsidiary of Urban Compass, Inc. in February 2019.
FastCustomer
Seed Round in 2011
FastCustomer, Inc. is a technology company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2011. It offers a mobile application that allows users to bypass hold times and connect directly with customer service representatives at various companies, including those in the Fortune 500. The application is compatible with both iPhone and Android devices. FastCustomer's innovative call handling software eliminates waiting times by providing instant replies via messages when communication lines are busy and ensuring customers receive calls back as soon as previous calls conclude. This approach not only enhances the customer experience by reducing frustration associated with long hold times but also assists companies in improving their overall customer service interactions.