Crew Capital

Crew Capital is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2020 by Daniel Dines and Brandon Deer, both of whom have a strong entrepreneurial background. The firm focuses on investing in software businesses across various sectors, including applications, vertical SaaS, cyber security, fintech, digital health, e-commerce, and infrastructure. Crew Capital aims to support entrepreneurs with innovative solutions that address real-world problems, from the seed stage to initial public offerings. With a portfolio of over 40 start-ups, the firm is committed to fostering community growth and collaborating with its portfolio companies to shape the future through technology.

Brandon Deer

Co-Founder and General Partner

Andrew Green

Investment Associate

Dylan Reider

Partner

31 past transactions

Coheso

Venture Round in 2025
Coheso is a technology company that specializes in providing an AI-driven platform for in-house legal and compliance teams. Their solution, a centralized intake system, automates responses to routine queries, tracks tasks, and integrates with various applications to enhance operational efficiency by automating work product generation.

SurrealDB

Series A in 2024
SurrealDB is a multi-model, cloud-ready database designed to support both modern and traditional applications. It prioritizes developer experience and offers flexibility in deployment, allowing use in cloud, on-premise, embedded, and edge computing environments. The database features a unique query language that accommodates both schema-less and schema-full data patterns, enabling real-time queries with efficient related data retrieval. Additionally, it provides advanced security permissions for multi-tenant access and is optimized for analytical workloads. This combination of features ensures that developers and organizations can effectively build and scale their applications while maintaining data consistency across various platforms.

Seal Security

Seed Round in 2024
Seal Security specializes in providing an open-source vulnerability and patch management platform that automates and enhances supply chain security operations. The company offers security teams standalone patches that facilitate centralized management of the vulnerability patching process, minimizing the need for research and development input. This approach significantly reduces manual labor and technical debt for both security and development teams. Seal Security's solution is designed to integrate effectively with various coding languages, patch management systems, and open-source platforms through robust APIs and command-line interfaces, ensuring comprehensive protection and compliance throughout the open-source journey.

Integration.App

Seed Round in 2023
Integration.App is an AI-driven integration platform designed to streamline the process of creating customizable native integrations for software applications. It provides product and engineering teams with a comprehensive suite of APIs, SDKs, and UI components, enabling them to construct integrations with multiple SaaS applications efficiently while maintaining the unique look and feel of their own applications. With over 100 pre-built connectors across various categories such as CRMs and accounting software, Integration.App allows users to perform API calls seamlessly using minimal code. Additionally, the platform supports the development of custom connectors for any application that adheres to an OpenAPI specification. By incorporating AI and LLM components, Integration.App transforms the integration landscape, making it easier for developers to build robust integration solutions without the need for complex point-to-point connections.

Aktos

Seed Round in 2023
Aktos is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in providing advanced collection software for debt collection agencies. The company aims to enhance the accounts receivable management (ARM) industry by developing an operating system that streamlines interactions between creditors, agencies, and borrowers. Its platform enables debt collection agencies to operate more efficiently and in compliance with regulations, ultimately improving the collection and recovery processes for all parties involved.

Otterize

Seed Round in 2023
Otterize is a developer of an intent-based access control infrastructure platform that aims to simplify secure access for developers. The platform focuses on managing existing access controls by interpreting client intent, allowing for a more transparent approach to service-to-service authorization. By utilizing declarative client intent files, Otterize automates the configuration of authorizations, enabling DevOps and platform engineers to efficiently manage access control. This automation facilitates secure connections between services and infrastructure, streamlining the overall process of access management.

Dylibso

Seed Round in 2023
Dylibso, founded in 2022 and based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in software and development tools aimed at enhancing the deployment of WebAssembly. The company offers a range of applications that facilitate secure and isolated execution, along with a universal binary format that integrates seamlessly with WebAssembly. Dylibso's tools support vital functions such as code signing and verification, module delivery, observability, runtime debugging, and performance monitoring. By providing these resources, Dylibso aims to simplify the development process for software developers, allowing them to produce high-quality applications efficiently.

Rilla

Seed Round in 2022
Rilla is a company that specializes in virtual ridealong software aimed at enhancing the performance of outside sales and service professionals across various industries, including solar, roofing, banking, and healthcare. Their mobile application allows sales personnel to record face-to-face conversations with customers. Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence, Rilla's software automatically transcribes these conversations and analyzes the data to provide actionable feedback, helping sales teams improve their effectiveness and customer engagement. By capturing insights from interactions, Rilla enables businesses to better understand customer experiences and behaviors, ultimately driving sales and service improvements.

Dylibso

Seed Round in 2022
Dylibso, founded in 2022 and based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in software and development tools aimed at enhancing the deployment of WebAssembly. The company offers a range of applications that facilitate secure and isolated execution, along with a universal binary format that integrates seamlessly with WebAssembly. Dylibso's tools support vital functions such as code signing and verification, module delivery, observability, runtime debugging, and performance monitoring. By providing these resources, Dylibso aims to simplify the development process for software developers, allowing them to produce high-quality applications efficiently.

Roam

Series A in 2022
Roam is a virtual office platform tailored for distributed companies, providing a centralized digital workspace that enhances productivity and fosters company culture. By offering an interactive virtual office environment, Roam allows users to visualize their workspace, facilitating informal communication through video and audio interactions. This design promotes quicker and more efficient meetings while creating a sense of presence among remote team members. The platform aims to improve overall efficiency and collaboration within organizations, making it a modern solution for the evolving workplace needs.

Sequence

Seed Round in 2022
Sequence is focused on creating an innovative financial operations stack specifically for B2B companies. The company develops financial software that simplifies operational processes by offering APIs and tools designed to enhance pricing, billing, and related services. By leveraging data and analytics, Sequence enables businesses to implement dynamic billing and collections systems that adapt to changing market demands. This approach supports companies as they scale from initial funding stages to public offerings, allowing operators to build, iterate, and expand into new markets and product verticals. Additionally, Sequence provides real-time insights into business performance, facilitating informed decision-making.

Cerby

Seed Round in 2022
Cerby, Inc., founded in 2020 and based in Alameda, California, specializes in cybersecurity tools that address the challenges of managing disconnected applications. The company offers a comprehensive access management platform that automates security tasks by leveraging identity providers, thereby eliminating the need for manual tools and compensating controls like enterprise password managers. Cerby's patent-pending access orchestration engine facilitates passwordless authentication for applications that do not support standard protocols such as SSO, SAML, or SCIM. By automating processes such as offboarding and two-factor authentication enrollment, Cerby enhances visibility and control for identity and access management professionals, ultimately reducing risks and costs while increasing organizational productivity.

Reco

Series A in 2022
Reco is a SaaS security company that specializes in helping organizations secure their cloud applications. Its platform utilizes AI agents to detect unsanctioned applications, assess their usage, and mitigate associated risks. These agents leverage Reco's metadata to enhance both the speed and effectiveness of security measures compared to competitors. The platform includes a real-time interaction graph that visualizes user behaviors, application activities, and potential threats, creating a comprehensive intelligence layer. This contextual understanding enables Reco's AI to identify complex threats that may be overlooked by traditional security tools. By focusing on the dynamics of cloud collaboration, Reco provides organizations with the insights needed to protect sensitive assets and ensure safe interactions among employees, teams, and third parties.

SEON

Series B in 2022
SEON is a Budapest-based fraud prevention startup that specializes in developing advanced fraud detection software. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes machine learning and human intelligence algorithms to analyze transactional data in real-time. Its software collects information about transactions and associated customers, integrating features such as device fingerprinting, email verification, and IP address analysis. This comprehensive approach enables businesses to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities effectively, ensuring enhanced data security. SEON operates with commercial headquarters in London, UK, and aims to provide organizations with the tools needed to safeguard against evolving fraud patterns.

Common Paper

Seed Round in 2022
Common Paper is a contract technology startup that streamlines the process of commercial contracting for businesses. The company specializes in standardizing contracts and their language, transforming them into APIs to automate and expedite the contracting workflow. By offering an integrated platform, Common Paper allows users to create open-source versions of commonly used agreements, facilitating negotiation, signing, and management within a single workflow. This approach not only shortens sales cycles but also enhances the accessibility of contract-related data, enabling companies to operate more efficiently and effectively in their deal-making processes.

remberg

Series A in 2022
remberg GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in a cloud-based Asset-Relationship-Management System designed for manufacturers, service providers, and operators. The remberg asset platform facilitates collaboration among industrial workers, AI copilots, and agents throughout the entire lifecycle of assets. It aims to optimize maintenance processes for industrial machinery by managing the complete service lifecycle, from initial inquiries to work order completion. This comprehensive platform enables organizations to efficiently oversee their systems and equipment in a centralized location.

SeekOut

Series C in 2022
SeekOut is a recruitment management platform that utilizes advanced AI and machine-learning technologies to help talent acquisition teams identify and engage hard-to-find and diverse candidates. The platform offers unique sourcing capabilities, including access to GitHub profiles, which allows recruiters to discover untapped deep tech talent. It also features insights from over 80 million profiles in engineering and life sciences, based on patents and research publications, helping organizations identify innovation leaders. SeekOut facilitates one-click access to millions of diverse candidates, enabling recruiters to enhance their diversity initiatives. With a best-in-class AI search across 500 million profiles and industry-leading contact information, the platform increases response rates through automated messaging campaigns. Additionally, SeekOut provides custom search engines for various social networks, offering a comprehensive view of available talent while reducing the need for multiple recruitment tools and improving return on investment.

Electric

Series D in 2021
Electric is the industry leader in providing world-class IT technology and real-time support for small and mid-sized businesses. With close to 1,000 customers and more than 45,000 employee end-users, Electric's IT platform includes: real-time support powered by 100+ IT technicians, security, device & inventory management, network & server management, application & cloud management, employee on-boarding and off-boarding, procurement & provisioning, and data monitoring & insights.

CRMBonus

Venture Round in 2021
CRM&Bonus is a Brazilian company founded in April 2018, based in São Paulo. It specializes in customer relationship management software aimed at enhancing sales for retail stores, targeting an increase of 10% to 20% within 100 days, while maintaining an effective discount of less than 2%. The platform seamlessly integrates with major ERP and e-commerce systems through Weblink/API, facilitating discounts for customers and thus enabling businesses to boost their profitability. By driving real sales growth, CRM&Bonus helps companies offset their fixed costs, ultimately supporting their financial health and operational efficiency.

Melio

Series D in 2021
Melio is a fintech company that provides small businesses with a digital platform for managing business-to-business payments and receivables. Its services are designed to streamline the payment process, allowing businesses to transfer and receive payments more efficiently. The platform features an integrated accounts payable and receivables dashboard that enhances oversight and control over cash flow, helping to reduce or eliminate late payment costs. By simplifying the payment workflow, Melio enables small businesses to focus on customer engagement rather than administrative tasks, ultimately improving cash flow and minimizing time and costs associated with managing supplier payments.

Ledgy

Series A in 2021
Ledgy is a Swiss company founded in 2017 by Ben Brandt, Timo Horstschaefer, and Yoko Spirig, specializing in a platform for managing equity capital and employee participation. The platform offers a streamlined approach to overseeing vesting plans, phantom programs, and numbered shares, enhancing transparency in the equity management process. By digitizing these elements, Ledgy provides entrepreneurs and shareholders with valuable insights into their capital tables, funding rounds, and exit negotiations, facilitating better decision-making and clarity for all stakeholders involved.

Grafana Labs

Series C in 2021
Grafana Labs is a company that specializes in providing an open and composable monitoring and observability stack centered around its flagship product, Grafana, an open-source technology for dashboards and data visualization. With over 3,000 customers, including major corporations like Bloomberg, Citigroup, and Salesforce, the company serves a global user base exceeding 20 million. Grafana Labs offers solutions that help organizations manage their observability strategies through its LGTM Stack, which can be deployed as a fully managed service via Grafana Cloud or as a self-managed option with Grafana Enterprise. Their offerings include scalable metrics management through Grafana Mimir, log aggregation with Grafana Loki, and distributed tracing via Grafana Tempo. These tools enable firms to unify data from various sources, enhancing their monitoring capabilities while avoiding vendor lock-in and high costs associated with proprietary solutions.

Trickest | Offensive Security Automation

Seed Round in 2021
Enabling bug bounty hunters, penetration testers, and SecOps teams to build and automate workflows from start to finish. Powered by the world's most advanced crowdsourced intelligence.

MaintainX

Series B in 2021
MaintainX, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a frontline record management platform designed for maintenance and facility management teams. Launched in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, MaintainX provides a software as a service (SaaS) solution that digitizes workflows, enhances collaboration, and offers analytics to streamline maintenance operations. The platform includes features such as environmental and training checklists, tooling and gauge reporting, auditing workflows, and quality control inspections. Additionally, it facilitates communication among users and allows for photo uploads to enhance operational efficiency. MaintainX serves a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing facilities, restaurants, and hotels, focusing on improving asset management and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Productiv

Series C in 2021
Productiv, Inc. is a cloud-based platform specializing in SaaS management and application engagement insights for IT companies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Bellevue and San Francisco, Productiv offers a unique approach to managing SaaS portfolios by providing real-time employee engagement data at the feature level. This enables organizations to proactively govern their software usage and optimize operational efficiency. The platform integrates with single sign-on tools to monitor login activity and extract data related to purchases and licenses from various financial systems. By offering solutions for discovery, rightsizing, engagement, and productivity, Productiv empowers companies to maximize their return on investment from SaaS applications. Its client base includes notable companies such as Fox, Uber, and Zoom, reflecting its impact on enhancing employee engagement and overall productivity.

Aiven

Series C in 2021
Aiven, established in 2016 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in hosting and managing open-source database and messaging systems on major cloud platforms for global businesses. Its portfolio includes managed services for PostgreSQL, Redis, InfluxDB, Grafana, Elasticsearch, Kafka, and Cassandra, catering to diverse data infrastructure needs. With offices in Berlin, Sydney, Toronto, and Boston, Aiven empowers clients to drive business results from open-source technologies, simplifying data management and enabling them to focus on core application development.

Lucid Software

Series E in 2021
Lucid Software Inc., established in 2010 with headquarters in South Jordan, Utah, develops cloud-based visual collaboration tools. It offers two primary products: Lucidchart, an intelligent diagramming application used by over 30 million users worldwide to create visual communications and clarify complexity; and Lucidspark, a virtual whiteboard tool for real-time team collaboration and ideation. These products are utilized by prominent global organizations such as Google, GE, and ninety-nine percent of the Fortune 500 companies. Lucid Software also maintains offices in Melbourne, Australia, and Amsterdam, the Netherlands, serving customers across over 180 countries.

Trickest | Offensive Security Automation

Seed Round in 2021
Enabling bug bounty hunters, penetration testers, and SecOps teams to build and automate workflows from start to finish. Powered by the world's most advanced crowdsourced intelligence.

BetterUp

Series D in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.

Harbr

Series A in 2020
Harbr Group Limited is a London-based company that offers a digital data exchange platform designed to facilitate data collection and the creation of data-driven business models. Established in 2017, Harbr enables organizations to derive greater value from their data by providing a secure, custom-branded platform for data sharing and collaboration. This enterprise-level service transforms data and models into self-service digital products, allowing for granular control over data sharing with both internal and external stakeholders. Harbr's solutions support cloud data deployment, making it easier for businesses to implement and manage their data strategies effectively.

Cedar

Series C in 2020
Cedar is a patient payment and engagement platform for hospitals, health systems, and medical groups that elevate the end-to-end patient experience. The platform leverages advanced data science to customize and simplify the payment experience, resulting in a modern, consumer-friendly way for patients to plan for and pay their bills. It was founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, United States.
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