Accel

Accel, established in 1983, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in investing in early and growth-stage technology startups, focusing on sectors such as software, cloud technologies, consumer services, enterprise, healthcare, fintech, and security. Accel's portfolio includes notable companies like Atlassian, Facebook, Slack, and Spotify, reflecting its ability to identify and support entrepreneurs building businesses that drive next-generation industries.

Casey Aylward

Partner

Mahendran Balachandran

Partner, India

Luca Bocchio

Partner

Andrei Brasoveanu

Partner

Katie Brown

Investor

Ethan Choi

Partner

Miles Clements

Partner

Adrian Colyer

Venture Partner

Kevin Comolli

Partner

Ben Dooley

CFO

Peter Doyle

Investor

Christine Esserman

Partner

Sameer Gandhi

Partner

Sara Ittelson

Partner

Myrel Iturrey

Investor

Dinesh Katiyar

Partner

Richard Kotite

Vice President

Gagan Kumar

General Partner

Daniel Levine

Partner

John Locke

Partner

Zhenya Loginov

Partner

Steve Loughlin

Partner

Arun Mathew

Partner

Jonathan Mendelson

Investor

Subrata Mitra

Partner

Gonzalo Mocorrea

Investor

Vasant Natarajan

Partner

Vas Natarajan

Partner

Harry Nelis

Partner

Nate Niparko

Partner

Rachit Parekh

Investor

Vijaysai Patnaik

Associate

Varun Purandare

Principal and Investor

Ben Quazzo

Investor, Venture and Growth

Rafael Quintanilla Loeillet

Early-Stage Investor

Tim Rawlinson

Investor - Growth

Matthew Robinson

Investor

Sagar Sanghvi

Partner

Tracy Sedlock

Chief Operating Partner

Karan Shah

Investor

Manasi Shah

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Sarthak Singh

Investor

Robert Sternberg

Investor

Barath Shankar Subramanian

Senior Analyst

Charles Tananbaum

Investor

Humza Tariq

Investor

Jonathan Turner

Partner

Cecilia Wang

Vice President and Investor

Matt Weigand

Partner

Richard Wong

Partner

Ivan Zhou

Partner

Past deals in California

Transcend

Series B in 2024
Transcend, Inc. specializes in data privacy infrastructure, providing companies with tools to manage customer personal data effectively. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, Transcend offers a suite of products that streamline the fulfillment of data subject requests, such as accessing and deleting personal information. Its main offerings include a Data Privacy Infrastructure that integrates with various data systems and vendors, a Consent Management solution that simplifies user consent processes, and a Privacy Center that empowers users to manage their privacy preferences. By automating these processes, Transcend enables businesses to comply with data privacy regulations while enhancing user control over personal data.

Vercel

Series E in 2024
Vercel Inc., established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, specializes in developing a cloud platform for on-demand deployment of frontend applications. The company offers automated deployment solutions from pull requests via GitHub and Bitbucket, as well as merge requests through GitLab. Vercel's platform is designed to facilitate the development, previewing, and shipping of Jamstack sites, enabling efficient delivery of web pages through content delivery networks.

Corelight

Series E in 2024
Corelight, Inc. provides network visibility solutions tailored for information security professionals, focusing on network traffic analysis to combat cyber threats. The company offers a suite of products, including Corelight sensors and a fleet manager, built upon the open-source Bro framework, which delivers actionable, real-time data to enhance cybersecurity efforts. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Corelight serves enterprises, government agencies, and higher education institutions, enabling them to gain deep insights into network traffic and effectively detect and respond to cyberattacks. The company also maintains additional offices in Santa Clara, California, and Columbus, Ohio.

AssemblyAI

Series C in 2023
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Catch+Release

Series A in 2023
Catch&Release, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the search and licensing of web content for videos and commercials. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in streamlining the clearance and licensing process through its Content Exchange platform. This platform allows users to organize shots from various online sources, receive Clearance Ratings to identify licensable content, and initiate the licensing process easily. Catch&Release handles negotiations for copyright and model clearances, provides indemnification, and maintains all necessary documentation and transaction records. By curating a diverse portfolio of story-driven content from artists and creators, the company enables brands and advertisers to efficiently license film, photography, and audio, enhancing their promotional efforts.

EdgeDB

Series A in 2022
EdgeDB is an innovative company focused on transforming the relational database landscape. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, it offers an open-source object-relational database platform designed to address common challenges faced by developers and data engineers. By introducing a streamlined data model and a powerful query language, EdgeDB aims to enhance productivity and ease of use, making data management more efficient. The platform enables developers to construct complex queries, subqueries, and nested inserts with a composable syntax that simplifies the representation of selection sets and property assignments. This approach helps mitigate the impedance mismatch often encountered in traditional databases, allowing for the development of safer and more efficient software.

Merge

Series B in 2022
Merge provides a comprehensive platform for B2B companies to streamline their integration processes through a single application programming interface (API). Founded in 2020, the company specializes in offering Unified APIs that facilitate secure data access across various software categories, such as human resources, accounting, customer relationship management, and file storage. Merge manages the complete integration lifecycle, from a swift initial setup to ongoing maintenance and observability tools, ensuring customer satisfaction. Its services help businesses enhance their operational efficiency by reducing customer churn, accelerating product development, and lowering engineering costs. Based in San Francisco, New York City, and Berlin, Merge has garnered significant support, receiving $75 million in funding from notable investors.

Stairwell

Series B in 2022
Stairwell, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cybersecurity solutions through its Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The company focuses on Automated Threat Detection and Response, providing tools that enable security teams to identify and address potential threats efficiently. By treating all files as suspicious and preserving them as evidence, Stairwell accelerates threat analysis, allowing organizations to quickly assess their security status in response to emerging threats. Its technology incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver automated reports that indicate whether an organization has been compromised and, if so, outlines the details of the incident. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of security personnel, streamlining the processes of threat evaluation and response. Stairwell has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the cybersecurity landscape, supported by prominent investors and partners.

ModernLoop

Series A in 2022
ModernLoop is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in an interview scheduling platform aimed at enhancing the recruitment process. The platform assists recruiting teams by automating the coordination of interviews, effectively managing meeting conflicts, and providing day-of reminders. By offering tools to streamline operations and improve productivity, ModernLoop enhances the overall candidate experience while allowing organizations to scale their hiring efforts efficiently.

Acalvio

Series D in 2022
Acalvio is a cybersecurity company based in Silicon Valley, specializing in deception technology to protect against advanced security threats. Their flagship product, the ShadowPlex Cyber Deception Platform, leverages 25 issued patents in autonomous deception and advanced AI to offer solutions such as Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Advanced Threat Detection, OT Security, Zero Trust, Active Directory Protection, and Ransomware Protection. Acalvio's technology is designed to reduce the time attackers spend undetected within a network by enabling early threat detection and enhancing the efficiency of security operations centers through sophisticated investigation and active threat-hunting capabilities. The company serves Fortune 500 enterprises and government agencies, with deployment options including on-premises, cloud, and managed service providers.

AssemblyAI

Series B in 2022
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Invoca

Series F in 2022
Invoca, Inc. is a company that specializes in AI-powered call tracking and analytics, providing marketers with tools for campaign attribution and actionable insights from inbound phone calls. Its platform offers capabilities for measuring, automating, and optimizing inbound calls, allowing users to gain real-time intelligence about callers and analyze conversation content. The suite includes features such as call and voice analytics to optimize the customer journey, a real-time engagement engine for automating customer experiences, and an integration hub that connects call intelligence with various marketing and sales applications. Invoca's product offerings include a voice marketing cloud, a machine learning algorithm for analyzing caller intent, and tailored solutions for platforms like AdWords and Salesforce. Founded in 2007 and previously known as RingRevenue, Invoca is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and Denver. The company serves a wide range of sectors, including consumer, business-to-business, and performance marketing, and is recognized for enabling brands to enhance customer interactions and drive revenue growth through actionable conversation insights.

Middesk

Series B in 2022
Middesk, Inc. is an identity platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers automated business verification services and provides essential contextual information about various businesses. Its platform allows organizations to capture, verify, and monitor business credentials effectively, facilitating compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Middesk notifies service providers of changes within their customer base, enabling them to maintain an accurate understanding of their clients and better address their needs. By centralizing the credentialing process, Middesk helps companies streamline onboarding and enhance operational efficiency while managing risk and compliance.

Monte Carlo

Series D in 2022
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.

Vivun

Series C in 2022
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.

Instabug

Series B in 2022
Instabug, Inc. is a mobile observability platform that assists developers in enhancing the quality and performance of their applications. Founded in 2012 and initially known as AStarApps, the company is headquartered in Giza, Egypt, and has expanded its operations to California, United States. Instabug provides advanced tools for crash and bug reporting, application performance monitoring, and user feedback collection, enabling developers to identify and resolve issues effectively. The platform supports over 4 billion devices globally, offering real-time insights throughout the application lifecycle to help mobile teams deliver seamless user experiences and drive sustained growth. Through its AI-powered capabilities, Instabug aims to empower developers and enterprises to optimize their applications and enhance overall user satisfaction.

Fictiv

Series E in 2022
Fictiv Inc. is a manufacturing platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the design, development, and delivery of custom parts. Established in 2013, Fictiv provides an online interface that allows users to obtain instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders with a network of vetted vendors. The platform leverages distributed manufacturing techniques, utilizing 3D printing and CNC machining to optimize production and delivery timelines. Fictiv serves a diverse clientele, including engineers, designers, startups, and larger enterprises, having successfully manufactured over 25 million parts to date. By streamlining the sourcing and supply of mechanical components, Fictiv helps companies accelerate their product development processes and bring innovative solutions to market more efficiently.

EdgeDB

Seed Round in 2022
EdgeDB is an innovative company focused on transforming the relational database landscape. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, it offers an open-source object-relational database platform designed to address common challenges faced by developers and data engineers. By introducing a streamlined data model and a powerful query language, EdgeDB aims to enhance productivity and ease of use, making data management more efficient. The platform enables developers to construct complex queries, subqueries, and nested inserts with a composable syntax that simplifies the representation of selection sets and property assignments. This approach helps mitigate the impedance mismatch often encountered in traditional databases, allowing for the development of safer and more efficient software.

Ascend.io

Series B in 2022
Ascend.io, based in Palo Alto, California, offers an advanced platform designed to streamline big data analytics and engineering workflows. The platform integrates essential capabilities such as data ingestion, transformation, delivery, orchestration, and observability into a unified solution, enabling data teams to operate significantly faster. By leveraging declarative configurations and automation, Ascend.io manages cloud infrastructure, optimizes data pipelines, and reduces maintenance throughout the data lifecycle. This innovative approach supports business managers in initiating projects and making informed decisions by simplifying connections to various applications. Recognized as a 2021 Gartner Cool Vendor, Ascend.io is supported by prominent venture capital firms and notable advisors in the tech industry.

Aavenir

Series A in 2022
Aavenir Software Pvt. Ltd specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions for source-to-pay processes. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, with an office in San Francisco, California, Aavenir utilizes machine learning and natural language processing technologies to enhance procurement efficiency. Its platform automates invoice processing by extracting vital information such as invoice numbers and payment terms, while validating data against purchase orders and contract details to ensure accuracy. Aavenir's solutions aim to streamline procurement and contract lifecycle management, offering clients actionable insights based on historical data to optimize their processes.

Webflow

Series C in 2022
Webflow, Inc. is a web development platform founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables users, particularly professional designers and developers, to create and update custom, dynamic websites through a visual interface. The platform includes a range of features such as a drag-and-drop tool for building responsive websites, content management system (CMS) capabilities, e-commerce functionality, and hosting services. Webflow allows users to design, build, and launch websites without needing to write code, while also ensuring that the generated code is clean and semantic. This comprehensive approach empowers clients to develop websites that function seamlessly across various devices and to push them to live production independently.

AssemblyAI

Series A in 2022
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

NiYO Solutions

Series C in 2022
NiYO Solutions Inc. is a financial technology company established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company specializes in providing digital banking solutions that simplify financial processes for salaried employees. By partnering with employers and banks, NiYO enables employees to access a range of company benefits, including healthcare and food allowances, through an integrated digital platform. This platform includes a mobile application for submitting claims and offers the convenience of a credit card, streamlining the management of employee benefits and enhancing the overall banking experience.

FitOn

Series C in 2022
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2018. It has developed a fitness application that allows users to participate in live and on-demand workout classes without the need for equipment. The app offers a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, pre and post-natal workouts, interval training, cardio, dance, and barre, all led by world-class trainers and celebrities. FitOn’s platform has attracted over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than one billion workout minutes. Additionally, the company provides FitOn Health, an enterprise service that partners with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the United States to offer expert-led programs aimed at individuals managing chronic conditions. The application also features tools for calorie tracking, monitoring heart rates, and sharing progress with friends, enhancing the overall fitness experience.

Scratchpad

Series B in 2022
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.

Ironclad

Series E in 2022
Ironclad, Inc. is a software company that specializes in contract management solutions for legal firms and businesses in the United States. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Ironclad's platform automates various aspects of the contract lifecycle, including workflows, approvals, and the identification of key terms and entities. Its software allows users to create, store, and manage contracts efficiently, transforming them into searchable and manageable digital assets. The platform also offers features such as automated templates for various contract types, e-signature capabilities, and integration with other systems. Ironclad serves a diverse clientele, ranging from early-stage startups to established technology companies, aiming to streamline and enhance their contract processes.

Clockwise

Series C in 2022
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.

Searchlight

Series A in 2021
Searchlight is a San Francisco-based company that has developed a platform designed to enhance the hiring process through early and automated reference checks. Their Predictive Talent Platform utilizes assessments and analytics to improve hiring efficiency and effectiveness, measuring the quality of hires by linking candidate reference and self-assessment data to post-hire outcomes. By integrating employee outcome data—such as performance and engagement—into the recruiting process, Searchlight's system provides real-time insights that help organizations identify competencies and soft skills, ultimately improving talent acquisition and retention. The company's mission focuses on fostering a people-first approach, aiming to create mutually beneficial hiring experiences by better understanding talent dynamics.

Drip Capital

Series C in 2021
Drip Capital Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in providing credit solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in cross-border trade, particularly in developing markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Mumbai, India, Drip Capital offers a range of trade financing products, including invoice factoring, export finance, and receivables factoring. The company's innovative platform employs an automated risk assessment model, allowing SMEs to access working capital quickly and with minimal paperwork. By leveraging multiple data sources for transaction underwriting, Drip Capital aims to simplify the borrowing process, enabling businesses to obtain collateral-free loans and lines of credit to manage their inventory and fulfill purchase orders effectively. The company is supported by a team of professionals with backgrounds from prestigious institutions and has garnered backing from notable Silicon Valley investors.

FitOn

Series B in 2021
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2018. It has developed a fitness application that allows users to participate in live and on-demand workout classes without the need for equipment. The app offers a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, pre and post-natal workouts, interval training, cardio, dance, and barre, all led by world-class trainers and celebrities. FitOn’s platform has attracted over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than one billion workout minutes. Additionally, the company provides FitOn Health, an enterprise service that partners with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the United States to offer expert-led programs aimed at individuals managing chronic conditions. The application also features tools for calorie tracking, monitoring heart rates, and sharing progress with friends, enhancing the overall fitness experience.

ModernLoop

Seed Round in 2021
ModernLoop is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in an interview scheduling platform aimed at enhancing the recruitment process. The platform assists recruiting teams by automating the coordination of interviews, effectively managing meeting conflicts, and providing day-of reminders. By offering tools to streamline operations and improve productivity, ModernLoop enhances the overall candidate experience while allowing organizations to scale their hiring efforts efficiently.

Akridata

Series A in 2021
Akridata Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven data architecture and operations platforms. The company's technology focuses on streamlining the transport and storage of raw AI data, addressing the challenges associated with high volumes of data generated during AI processing in the cloud. Akridata's innovative solutions enhance visual inspection processes for manufacturers, facilitating automation and improving quality control in industrial and medical device manufacturing. By employing advanced computer vision technology, Akridata enables faster and more accurate defect detection, helping businesses transition from manual inspections to intelligent automation. This not only increases efficiency but also reduces errors and overall storage costs, ultimately optimizing the training of deep learning models for a variety of applications.

Stairwell

Series A in 2021
Stairwell, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cybersecurity solutions through its Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The company focuses on Automated Threat Detection and Response, providing tools that enable security teams to identify and address potential threats efficiently. By treating all files as suspicious and preserving them as evidence, Stairwell accelerates threat analysis, allowing organizations to quickly assess their security status in response to emerging threats. Its technology incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver automated reports that indicate whether an organization has been compromised and, if so, outlines the details of the incident. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of security personnel, streamlining the processes of threat evaluation and response. Stairwell has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the cybersecurity landscape, supported by prominent investors and partners.

Checkr

Series E in 2021
Checkr, Inc. is a technology-driven company focused on the background check industry, offering a comprehensive range of screening services, including criminal record checks, driving checks, and identity verification. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Checkr utilizes advanced technology and data sources to deliver faster and more efficient background checks compared to traditional providers. The company emphasizes fairness and transparency in hiring, enabling businesses across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and staffing, to enhance their hiring processes. Checkr also provides compliance services and security solutions, ensuring a secure and streamlined experience for both employers and candidates. With its innovative platform, Checkr aims to improve the overall applicant experience while supporting companies in navigating the complexities of today's workforce dynamics.

Split Software

Series D in 2021
Split Software, Inc. is a feature delivery platform that provides solutions to enhance software development for engineering teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices in Boston and Argentina, the company offers tools for feature release, customer targeting, and experience measurement. Its platform integrates the use of feature flags with data analytics, enabling teams to assess the impact of new features effectively. Split's solutions also support continuous delivery, quality and performance testing, and the migration to microservices, helping organizations like Twilio, Salesforce, and WePay to accelerate development cycles and reduce release risks. The company aims to foster a data-driven culture within engineering, project management, data science, and experimentation teams.

Monte Carlo

Series C in 2021
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.

Lucid Lane

Series A in 2021
Lucid Lane, Inc. is a telehealth provider focused on supporting individuals with medication dependence and substance use disorders. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Altos, California, the company offers a comprehensive range of services that includes personalized health planning, real-time interventions, and ongoing support from therapists and coaches. By utilizing data-driven approaches, Lucid Lane facilitates safe and effective tapering for those struggling with medication dependence, while also addressing mental health therapy, pain relief, and relapse prevention. The company aims to empower its clients to lead healthier lives through continuous monitoring and timely interventions in a secure and private environment.

Blameless

Series B in 2021
Blameless, Inc. develops a comprehensive site reliability engineering (SRE) platform that automates incident response for software businesses. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company’s platform allows organizations to set and monitor service level objectives and agreements, coordinate incident responses, and conduct root cause analyses. By integrating AI-driven incident resolution, blameless postmortems, and reliability insights, Blameless enhances collaboration among CTOs, engineering leaders, and engineers. Its tools include checklists for role assignments, dashboards for operational visibility, and analytics for improving incident management and learning from outages, ultimately helping businesses optimize both reliability and innovation.

Poggio Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Poggio Labs develops customer data applications. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Netskope

Venture Round in 2021
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that specializes in providing a secure Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for enterprises. The company's primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, delivers visibility and real-time protection for data and users accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. Netskope's platform employs patented technology to enable granular control and conditional access, adhering to zero trust principles. The company also offers Cloud XDTM, which enhances visibility into cloud application usage, and NewEdge, a security network that facilitates real-time security without compromising performance. Additionally, Netskope provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud applications and prevent data exfiltration, as well as a cloud-based web security solution that safeguards against malware and advanced threats. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope serves various industries, including financial services, government, healthcare, and retail, while maintaining data centers across multiple countries to support its global operations.

Tonkean

Series B in 2021
Tonkean Inc. designs and develops an operating system for business operations, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of operations teams across various sectors, including legal, customer service, finance, IT, human resources, and sales. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, with a research and development office in Tel Aviv, Tonkean offers a no-code process orchestration platform. This platform enables users to automate, monitor, and manage critical business processes without requiring extensive technical knowledge. It provides tools for gathering real-time progress updates, filtering information for actionable insights, and generating daily and weekly email reports for team discussions and analysis. By streamlining operations and ensuring compliance and security, Tonkean helps enterprises improve their operational velocity at scale.

BrowserStack

Series B in 2021
BrowserStack Inc. is a software testing platform that specializes in web and mobile application testing. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mumbai, India, and Dublin, Ireland, the company operates a cloud-based platform that facilitates automated testing across various devices and browsers. BrowserStack supports testing on more than 2,000 real mobile devices and browsers, enabling over 25,000 customers, including notable companies like Microsoft, Twitter, and Barclays, to enhance the quality of their software. The platform handles more than two million tests daily through its global data centers, allowing development and QA teams to streamline their processes and deliver high-quality software efficiently. By eliminating the need for complex in-house testing infrastructures, BrowserStack empowers businesses to focus on building reliable and bug-free applications.

Sense

Series C in 2021
Sense is a smart talent engagement and communication platform built for the staffing industry. It helps reduce turnover, increases re-deployment rates, and gives a real-time 360 view of the pulse of consultants. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Slintel

Series A in 2021
Slintel Inc. is a data insights company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. It offers a platform designed to enhance conversion rates by capturing technographic-powered buying intent and uncovering active buyers within target markets. By evaluating over 100 billion data points, Slintel analyzes buyer journeys, technology adoption patterns, and digital footprints to provide valuable market and sales intelligence. Users of the platform can track customer movements, identify buying preferences, and access company descriptions and contact information for more than 17 million companies and 70 million decision-makers globally. The platform's predictive algorithms help clients discover high-intent buyers, enabling them to make informed decisions and connect effectively with prospects.

Rocket Money

Series D in 2021
Rocket Money, formerly known as Truebill, Inc., is a financial management application that helps users track and manage their subscriptions and recurring bills. Launched in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the platform allows users to connect their bank accounts or credit card statements to gain a comprehensive view of their spending. Users can easily identify unwanted subscriptions and cancel them with just a few clicks. Additionally, Rocket Money monitors financial statements, providing monthly digests and important alerts about changes in payment amounts. This service aims to enhance users' financial health by optimizing spending and reducing unnecessary expenses.

Tessian

Series C in 2021
Tessian Limited is a provider of an advanced email security platform that addresses human error in data handling, significantly reducing the risk of data loss. The platform employs machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify when emails are mistakenly sent to unintended recipients, alerting the sender in real time to allow corrections. It features tools such as CheckRecipient Guardian and CheckRecipient RuleBuilder, which enhance organizational control over email communications. Tessian’s technology is designed to analyze email networks and prevent the transmission of sensitive information to the wrong individuals, thereby safeguarding against threats like data exfiltration, business email compromise, and phishing attacks. The company serves various sectors, including legal services, healthcare, investment management, and technology. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in London, Tessian also has an office in San Francisco and is supported by prominent investors.

Salto

Series B in 2021
Salto Labs Inc. specializes in business application configuration, providing a comprehensive dashboard for companies to manage their applications and services. Founded in 2019 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, Salto offers a unique solution that employs an Open Source and an Enterprise SaaS product to facilitate multi-application configuration. At the core of its technology is NaCl (Not Another Configuration Language), which allows for the automatic extraction and declarative representation of configurations from various business applications, including Salesforce, NetSuite, and HubSpot. This innovative approach enables collaborative editing and deployment of configurations, with capabilities for testing, tracking, and rolling back changes as needed. Salto's structured language enhances usability by allowing text searches, re-use of configurations, inline documentation, and easy auditing of changes, ultimately streamlining business operations and reducing errors. The company is backed by notable investors and has expanded its presence with offices in both Tel Aviv and San Francisco.

Styra

Series B in 2021
Styra, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-native authorization platform that enables organizations to enforce and monitor authorization policies across their applications and infrastructure. The Styra platform utilizes an Open Policy Agent to provide a comprehensive solution for managing security and compliance risks. Its features include context-based admission control, policy design and validation, policy distribution, and monitoring and auditing capabilities. By implementing authorization policy-as-code, Styra allows businesses to pre-validate policy changes, thereby mitigating risks before deployment. The platform also supports a range of environments, including multi-cloud, microservices, containers, and databases, ensuring that security policies can be defined and enforced consistently across various namespaces and clusters.

Ethos Life

Series D in 2021
Ethos Life is an insurance company that provides modern and ethical life insurance to protect life. They’re building ground-breaking software for life insurance (a $650 billion market) and the company's mission is to make protecting your family affordable, accessible, and instant. It also employs a human approach in delivering its services. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America (LGA), a large U.S. life insurance provider since 1836. They use technology to learn about what makes you unique so that they can find new and truly personal ways to cover you. Ethos was founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

Airkit

Series B in 2021
Airkit, Inc. is a digital customer engagement platform that enables organizations to create and manage customer experiences efficiently. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Airkit's low-code platform allows sales, service, and operations teams to design customer journeys with ease. It provides prebuilt components and templates for web, mobile, voice, and chat interactions, facilitating the integration of customer data across various systems. The platform features tools for scheduling, information capture, location-aware workflows, and digital payment processing, all aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and operational productivity. Additionally, Airkit offers built-in analytics to measure user engagement and optimize experiences, along with debugging tools for developers to test and refine applications before deployment.

Vectra AI

Series F in 2021
Vectra AI, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based solutions designed to detect and respond to cyberattacks across cloud, data center, and enterprise infrastructures. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company focuses on safeguarding cloud and data center workloads as well as user and IoT devices. Its Cognito platform enhances threat detection and investigation by leveraging AI to gather, store, and enrich network metadata, allowing for real-time identification and analysis of both known and unknown threats. Vectra AI offers three key applications within the Cognito platform: Cognito Stream, which transmits security-enriched metadata to data lakes and SIEMs; Cognito Recall, a cloud-based tool for storing and investigating threats; and Cognito Detect, which utilizes AI to uncover and prioritize hidden attackers swiftly. The company also has research and development centers located in Dublin, Austin, and Cambridge.

Sysdig

Series F in 2021
Sysdig, Inc. is a company specializing in network and application monitoring software solutions that address the challenges of managing cloud-based application delivery infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig offers a cloud-native security and monitoring platform designed for development and operations teams, as well as security professionals. The platform includes a suite of tools, such as a runtime threat detection engine and integrations for Prometheus monitoring, enabling organizations to secure and monitor their containerized applications effectively. Sysdig leverages a unique AI architecture and open-source technology to provide real-time insights, helping teams detect risks and prioritize vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and threats. With data centers in Oregon and Frankfurt, as well as a subsidiary in Japan, Sysdig empowers enterprises to navigate the complexities of modern cloud-native infrastructures while maintaining application performance, security, and compliance.

Catch+Release

Series A in 2021
Catch&Release, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the search and licensing of web content for videos and commercials. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in streamlining the clearance and licensing process through its Content Exchange platform. This platform allows users to organize shots from various online sources, receive Clearance Ratings to identify licensable content, and initiate the licensing process easily. Catch&Release handles negotiations for copyright and model clearances, provides indemnification, and maintains all necessary documentation and transaction records. By curating a diverse portfolio of story-driven content from artists and creators, the company enables brands and advertisers to efficiently license film, photography, and audio, enhancing their promotional efforts.

CaptivateIQ

Series B in 2021
CaptivateIQ, Inc. is a software company that specializes in managing and optimizing financial incentives, particularly through its sales commission platform. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, CaptivateIQ's software automates commission tracking by collecting and organizing data from various sources. It facilitates the creation of incentive plans, calculates payouts, and generates insightful reports to enhance sales performance, payroll, and accounting processes. The platform aims to reduce manual work, eliminate errors associated with traditional spreadsheets and legacy tools, and ultimately improve team morale and company performance by ensuring accurate and timely processing of commissions.

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.

Middesk

Series A in 2021
Middesk, Inc. is an identity platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers automated business verification services and provides essential contextual information about various businesses. Its platform allows organizations to capture, verify, and monitor business credentials effectively, facilitating compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Additionally, Middesk notifies service providers of changes within their customer base, enabling them to maintain an accurate understanding of their clients and better address their needs. By centralizing the credentialing process, Middesk helps companies streamline onboarding and enhance operational efficiency while managing risk and compliance.

FalconX

Venture Round in 2021
FalconX, Ltd. is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in blockchain technology and fintech, offering clients access to cryptocurrency markets for trading, credit, and clearing. FalconX utilizes data science and machine learning to ensure reliable execution of mid-to-large size trades, smart routing prices across multiple liquidity sources. This approach helps eliminate slippage and hidden fees, making it an attractive option for hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients seeking efficient and cost-effective trading solutions.

Nimble Robotics

Series A in 2021
Nimble Robotics, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in automated solutions for eCommerce order fulfillment. Founded in 2017, it focuses on AI-driven robots designed to automate the processes of piece-picking, sorting, and packing products. By enhancing efficiency in logistics, Nimble Robotics offers a comprehensive fulfillment service that enables merchants to streamline their operations across various channels. Its technology aims to optimize the supply chain and improve the overall speed and accuracy of order processing in the eCommerce sector.

Privacera

Series B in 2021
Privacera, Inc. is a SaaS platform that specializes in data security and governance, enabling enterprises to discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that automates the discovery and classification of sensitive data, employing artificial intelligence to catalog information across both cloud and on-premises environments. Its platform integrates with multiple cloud services, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, allowing organizations in sectors like finance, insurance, and retail to maintain regulatory compliance while sharing data securely. The system offers features such as centralized access management, data de-identification, and a user-friendly dashboard for monitoring access history and generating alerts for security and compliance teams. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. and rebranded in 2019.

Fictiv

Series D in 2021
Fictiv Inc. is a manufacturing platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the design, development, and delivery of custom parts. Established in 2013, Fictiv provides an online interface that allows users to obtain instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders with a network of vetted vendors. The platform leverages distributed manufacturing techniques, utilizing 3D printing and CNC machining to optimize production and delivery timelines. Fictiv serves a diverse clientele, including engineers, designers, startups, and larger enterprises, having successfully manufactured over 25 million parts to date. By streamlining the sourcing and supply of mechanical components, Fictiv helps companies accelerate their product development processes and bring innovative solutions to market more efficiently.

Vivun

Series B in 2021
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.

Monte Carlo

Series B in 2021
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.

SplashLearn

Series C in 2021
SplashLearn is an EdTech startup company providing game-based math and reading courses to students in pre-kindergarten to grade five. It is available across platforms the Web, App Store, and Play Store. The company aims to replace books and videos with game-based learning and offers more than 4,000 games in its system. With data from 3+ billion completed activities, SplashLearn's adaptive algorithm offers each child a personalized learning experience that is fun and immersive. SplashLearn's platform gives 15 to 20 minutes of personalized studying expertise to every learner each day and charges only $12 a month to parents for its service. Alternatively, the service is free for schools. Backed by Accel Partners and OWL Ventures, SplashLearn has bagged prestigious ed-tech awards such as the NASSCOM Emerge50, Parents Choice, and Best App Ever and has been consistently featured among the best apps on the App Store. It was launched in San Francisco, California by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) graduates Arpit Jain, Joy Deep Nath, Mayank Jain, and Umang Jain in 2011.

Scratchpad

Series A in 2021
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.

Webflow

Series B in 2021
Webflow, Inc. is a web development platform founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables users, particularly professional designers and developers, to create and update custom, dynamic websites through a visual interface. The platform includes a range of features such as a drag-and-drop tool for building responsive websites, content management system (CMS) capabilities, e-commerce functionality, and hosting services. Webflow allows users to design, build, and launch websites without needing to write code, while also ensuring that the generated code is clean and semantic. This comprehensive approach empowers clients to develop websites that function seamlessly across various devices and to push them to live production independently.

VComply

Series A in 2021
VComply, Inc. is a developer of a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform focused on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) management. Founded in 2016 and based in San Jose, California, VComply's platform enables organizations to conduct internal audits and manage contracts, licenses, accreditations, and policies within a secure, cloud-based environment. The platform is designed to be highly configurable, allowing users to tailor GRC applications to their specific needs without requiring coding or extensive infrastructure. VComply aims to simplify GRC processes, providing tools for collecting, organizing, reporting, and analyzing data to enhance control, collaboration, and transparency. The company's innovative approach supports organizations across various industries, particularly in the mid-market, to foster a culture of good governance while effectively addressing risks and compliance challenges.

Ironclad

Series D in 2020
Ironclad, Inc. is a software company that specializes in contract management solutions for legal firms and businesses in the United States. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Ironclad's platform automates various aspects of the contract lifecycle, including workflows, approvals, and the identification of key terms and entities. Its software allows users to create, store, and manage contracts efficiently, transforming them into searchable and manageable digital assets. The platform also offers features such as automated templates for various contract types, e-signature capabilities, and integration with other systems. Ironclad serves a diverse clientele, ranging from early-stage startups to established technology companies, aiming to streamline and enhance their contract processes.

Digbi Health

Series A in 2020
Digbi Health, LLC is a healthcare company that provides digital therapeutics services focused on personalized nutrition and wellness. Based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Taguig, Philippines, the company leverages Precision Biology, incorporating genetics, gut microbiome analysis, and continuous glucose monitoring to address food-related health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and mental health conditions. Its platform offers a comprehensive range of health programs, including weight loss diets and personalized food recommendations, supported by an online application that tracks key metrics like stress, energy, and weight. Recently, Digbi Health launched a nationwide virtual clinic to prescribe GLP drugs, enhancing its multi-condition care approach for individuals with multiple chronic conditions. The services are designed to be accessible through employer partnerships and are covered by insurance, promoting sustainable weight management and overall health improvement.

Vercel

Series B in 2020
Vercel Inc., established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, specializes in developing a cloud platform for on-demand deployment of frontend applications. The company offers automated deployment solutions from pull requests via GitHub and Bitbucket, as well as merge requests through GitLab. Vercel's platform is designed to facilitate the development, previewing, and shipping of Jamstack sites, enabling efficient delivery of web pages through content delivery networks.

MindTickle

Series D in 2020
MindTickle is a global, privately-held company that specializes in providing a data-driven sales readiness platform aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of customer-facing teams. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, and Pune, India, MindTickle's platform is utilized by sales teams across various industries to bridge knowledge and skill gaps through automated training paths, adaptive learning, and virtual coaching tools. The company's solution incorporates on-demand online training, bite-sized mobile updates, gamification, and role-play, enabling enterprises to track onboarding progress and certify readiness. By leveraging MindTickle, organizations can improve sales performance, achieve larger deal sizes, increase win rates, and shorten sales cycles, ultimately driving growth and maximizing business impact.

AssemblyAI

Venture Round in 2020
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Weaveworks

Venture Round in 2020
Weaveworks Limited is a software company founded in 2014, specializing in open-source solutions that enhance the management of containerized applications. Based in London with an additional office in San Francisco, Weaveworks offers a range of products designed to facilitate the operation of Kubernetes workloads. Its key offerings include Weave Net, a portable software-defined networking solution, and Weave Scope, which provides real-time visibility and interaction with distributed applications. Additionally, Weave Flux automates the deployment of microservices, while Weave Cloud serves as a Software-as-a-Service platform that helps DevOps teams connect, monitor, and deploy containers efficiently. The company is also recognized for its contributions to the Cloud Native Computing Foundation and various open-source projects, aiming to simplify the complexities of cloud-native application delivery for developers and operations teams.

Stairwell

Seed Round in 2020
Stairwell, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in cybersecurity solutions through its Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The company focuses on Automated Threat Detection and Response, providing tools that enable security teams to identify and address potential threats efficiently. By treating all files as suspicious and preserving them as evidence, Stairwell accelerates threat analysis, allowing organizations to quickly assess their security status in response to emerging threats. Its technology incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver automated reports that indicate whether an organization has been compromised and, if so, outlines the details of the incident. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of security personnel, streamlining the processes of threat evaluation and response. Stairwell has garnered recognition for its innovative contributions to the cybersecurity landscape, supported by prominent investors and partners.

Slintel

Series A in 2020
Slintel Inc. is a data insights company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California. It offers a platform designed to enhance conversion rates by capturing technographic-powered buying intent and uncovering active buyers within target markets. By evaluating over 100 billion data points, Slintel analyzes buyer journeys, technology adoption patterns, and digital footprints to provide valuable market and sales intelligence. Users of the platform can track customer movements, identify buying preferences, and access company descriptions and contact information for more than 17 million companies and 70 million decision-makers globally. The platform's predictive algorithms help clients discover high-intent buyers, enabling them to make informed decisions and connect effectively with prospects.

Vivun

Series A in 2020
Vivun Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in presales pipeline management through its innovative platform. Established in 2018, Vivun provides tools designed to enhance technical sales processes, including opportunity management, competitive intelligence, and battle cards. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer relationship management systems, allowing organizations to improve forecast accuracy and identify new revenue opportunities. Notably, Vivun offers the world’s first AI Sales Engineer, which helps businesses scale technical expertise and optimize their operations. Prominent clients such as ADP, Coupa, and Docusign utilize Vivun's solutions to accelerate deal closures while reducing sales costs.

Scratchpad

Seed Round in 2020
Scratchpad, Inc. is a Sacramento-based company that develops a workspace application designed specifically for sales professionals. Founded in 2019 by Pouyan Salehi and Cyrus Karbassiyoon, Scratchpad allows users to manage their Salesforce accounts efficiently by integrating tools for note-taking, task management, and workflow processing. The application can be utilized as a Google Chrome plugin or a web platform, providing sales teams with a centralized interface to organize notes, track deals, and access customer context, including emails and calendar events. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance productivity and streamline sales performance. Scratchpad is supported by notable investors, including Accel, Craft Ventures, Sound Ventures, and Shrug Capital.

Monte Carlo

Series A in 2020
Monte Carlo is a software company that provides a digital data reliability platform designed to monitor data integrity and alert users to missing or inaccurate information. Founded in 2019 by Barr Moses and Lior Gavish, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to enhance trust in data by eliminating data downtime. By addressing data issues, Monte Carlo empowers organizations to strengthen their data teams and gain valuable insights, ultimately allowing them to avoid reliance on unreliable data and reduce time spent on data-related crises. The company's mission is to accelerate the global adoption of data by mitigating the challenges associated with data reliability.

Split Software

Series C in 2020
Split Software, Inc. is a feature delivery platform that provides solutions to enhance software development for engineering teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with additional offices in Boston and Argentina, the company offers tools for feature release, customer targeting, and experience measurement. Its platform integrates the use of feature flags with data analytics, enabling teams to assess the impact of new features effectively. Split's solutions also support continuous delivery, quality and performance testing, and the migration to microservices, helping organizations like Twilio, Salesforce, and WePay to accelerate development cycles and reduce release risks. The company aims to foster a data-driven culture within engineering, project management, data science, and experimentation teams.

Delightree

Seed Round in 2020
Delightree is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2019, that specializes in developing a mobile application tailored for emerging franchise businesses. The platform enables franchisees to effectively manage the opening and operation of multiple locations, ensuring adherence to brand standards while streamlining processes. Delightree's offerings include task management, tracking features, and integration capabilities that facilitate the assignment and monitoring of tasks across employees and locations. The application enhances operational efficiency through automation, supports onboarding and training of teams, and fosters improved communication among staff. By providing these tools, Delightree aims to help franchises launch new locations more quickly and maintain consistent customer experiences, ultimately driving growth for franchise businesses.

CyCognito

Series B in 2020
CyCognito, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in cyber security services with a focus on external cyber risk management. The company offers a cloud-based platform that conducts automated and continuous analysis of an organization's IT ecosystem, simulating the perspective of potential attackers. This approach enables organizations to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize remediation efforts effectively. By leveraging advanced machine learning and natural language processing, CyCognito provides organizations with insights into their security weaknesses, helping them understand their true risks and allocate resources efficiently. The platform aims to bridge cyber risk remediation across departments, enhancing overall security posture and reducing the likelihood of data breaches.

Privacera

Series A in 2020
Privacera, Inc. is a SaaS platform that specializes in data security and governance, enabling enterprises to discover, manage, and monitor sensitive data across various systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Privacera provides a comprehensive solution that automates the discovery and classification of sensitive data, employing artificial intelligence to catalog information across both cloud and on-premises environments. Its platform integrates with multiple cloud services, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, allowing organizations in sectors like finance, insurance, and retail to maintain regulatory compliance while sharing data securely. The system offers features such as centralized access management, data de-identification, and a user-friendly dashboard for monitoring access history and generating alerts for security and compliance teams. Privacera was previously known as Global Tenet, Inc. and rebranded in 2019.

Snorkel AI

Seed Round in 2020
Snorkel AI, Inc. is a company that develops a comprehensive machine-learning platform designed to facilitate the creation, management, and monitoring of AI applications. Its primary offering, Snorkel Flow, allows users to programmatically label and augment training data, manage and integrate various datasets, and deploy machine learning models, while also providing tools for data analysis and monitoring. The platform is particularly effective in extracting structured information from complex documents and forms, as well as ranking content based on relevance. Founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, Snorkel AI serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, government, telecommunications, insurance, healthcare, and e-commerce. The technology was developed at Stanford AI Lab and employs innovative methods such as weak supervision to enhance data preparation, thereby streamlining the AI development process for enterprises.

Clockwise

Series B in 2020
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.

Transcend

Series A in 2020
Transcend, Inc. specializes in data privacy infrastructure, providing companies with tools to manage customer personal data effectively. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, Transcend offers a suite of products that streamline the fulfillment of data subject requests, such as accessing and deleting personal information. Its main offerings include a Data Privacy Infrastructure that integrates with various data systems and vendors, a Consent Management solution that simplifies user consent processes, and a Privacy Center that empowers users to manage their privacy preferences. By automating these processes, Transcend enables businesses to comply with data privacy regulations while enhancing user control over personal data.

Couchbase

Series G in 2020
Couchbase, Inc. is a provider of NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite, an embedded database for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway, which synchronizes data between mobile devices and the cloud. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) known as Couchbase Cloud. The platform is designed to handle massive data volumes in real time, making it suitable for industries such as social networking, online gaming, advertising, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase was founded in 2008 and rebranded from Membase, Inc. in 2011. The company focuses on empowering developers to create innovative and personalized customer experiences through its agile and scalable database solutions.

Bevy

Series B in 2020
Bevy Labs, Inc. offers a comprehensive enterprise-grade platform designed for managing and scaling virtual events and community programs. Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, Bevy provides a web-based software solution that enables organizations to efficiently plan, promote, and execute various types of virtual conferences and community events. The platform includes tools for automated communications, video hosting, and integration with existing marketing and CRM systems, along with advanced analytics and data security features. Bevy serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and community organizations, empowering them to foster local brand advocacy and build thriving global communities through effective event management.

FalconX

Venture Round in 2020
FalconX, Ltd. is a cryptocurrency brokerage and digital asset trading platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in blockchain technology and fintech, offering clients access to cryptocurrency markets for trading, credit, and clearing. FalconX utilizes data science and machine learning to ensure reliable execution of mid-to-large size trades, smart routing prices across multiple liquidity sources. This approach helps eliminate slippage and hidden fees, making it an attractive option for hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other institutional clients seeking efficient and cost-effective trading solutions.

Instabug

Series A in 2020
Instabug, Inc. is a mobile observability platform that assists developers in enhancing the quality and performance of their applications. Founded in 2012 and initially known as AStarApps, the company is headquartered in Giza, Egypt, and has expanded its operations to California, United States. Instabug provides advanced tools for crash and bug reporting, application performance monitoring, and user feedback collection, enabling developers to identify and resolve issues effectively. The platform supports over 4 billion devices globally, offering real-time insights throughout the application lifecycle to help mobile teams deliver seamless user experiences and drive sustained growth. Through its AI-powered capabilities, Instabug aims to empower developers and enterprises to optimize their applications and enhance overall user satisfaction.

Miro

Series B in 2020
Miro is a visual collaboration platform founded in 2011, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam. It is designed to facilitate creativity and innovation among diverse teams by providing an infinite canvas for engaging workshops, meetings, and brainstorming sessions. The platform enables professionals, including managers, designers, and marketers, to collaborate simultaneously and securely on a single digital whiteboard, allowing for the attachment of various files such as PDFs, videos, and shared documents. Miro serves over 50 million users globally, including 99% of the Fortune 100, and employs more than 1,500 staff across 12 hubs worldwide.

Vercel

Series A in 2020
Vercel Inc., established in 2015 and based in Walnut, California, specializes in developing a cloud platform for on-demand deployment of frontend applications. The company offers automated deployment solutions from pull requests via GitHub and Bitbucket, as well as merge requests through GitLab. Vercel's platform is designed to facilitate the development, previewing, and shipping of Jamstack sites, enabling efficient delivery of web pages through content delivery networks.

ForgeRock

Series E in 2020
ForgeRock, Inc. is a multinational software company that specializes in digital identity management solutions. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, it provides a range of products that include identity management, access management, identity governance, and AI-powered autonomous identity. The ForgeRock Identity Platform serves as a comprehensive digital identity system, helping organizations securely manage interactions with customers, employees, devices, and IoT applications while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA. The company caters to various sectors, including financial services, retail, telecommunications, healthcare, and government, and has established a global presence with additional offices in locations such as Europe, Asia, and Australia. ForgeRock's client base includes notable brands and government entities, securing billions of identities worldwide. Its revenue model incorporates recurring income from subscriptions, term licenses, and maintenance services.

Aavenir

Seed Round in 2020
Aavenir Software Pvt. Ltd specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions for source-to-pay processes. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, with an office in San Francisco, California, Aavenir utilizes machine learning and natural language processing technologies to enhance procurement efficiency. Its platform automates invoice processing by extracting vital information such as invoice numbers and payment terms, while validating data against purchase orders and contract details to ensure accuracy. Aavenir's solutions aim to streamline procurement and contract lifecycle management, offering clients actionable insights based on historical data to optimize their processes.

Humio

Series B in 2020
Humio Limited develops a live observability platform that focuses on log management and event analysis. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company offers a solution that enables comprehensive data aggregation, exploration, reporting, and analysis from various sources. Humio's platform is designed for both cloud and on-premises deployment, allowing organizations to ingest large volumes of log data instantly. Its innovative, index-free architecture facilitates real-time exploration and investigation of data while maintaining low hardware and engineering resource requirements. Humio serves a diverse range of industries, including higher education, financial services, government, healthcare, transportation, and technology, providing cost-effective solutions for log management and analysis. The company also has offices in Aarhus, Denmark, San Francisco, California, and Seattle, Washington.

PharmaCCX

Series A in 2020
PharmaCCX, Inc. is a company that operates a market access platform designed to streamline the pricing and procurement of medicines for healthcare payers, thereby facilitating quicker patient access to necessary treatments. The platform primarily supports oncology pharmaceutical companies and various healthcare systems in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PharmaCCX also maintains offices in Stockholm, Sweden; San Mateo, California; and Zug, Switzerland. The company's software enhances the efficiency of market access teams within pharmaceutical companies and payers, enabling them to effectively plan, negotiate, and manage innovative payment models.

Process Street

Series A in 2020
Process Street is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California. It enables non-technical teams to create and manage efficient workflows without the need for coding. The platform focuses on documenting, tracking, automating, and optimizing human-centric processes, allowing businesses to take control of their operations. By facilitating the creation of API-driven workflows, Process Street simplifies the management of recurring tasks and checklists, while enhancing collaboration among team members. This approach empowers organizations to streamline their business processes and improve overall efficiency.

Netskope

Series G in 2020
Netskope, Inc. is a cloud application analytics and policy company that specializes in providing a secure Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for enterprises. The company's primary offering, Netskope Security Cloud, delivers visibility and real-time protection for data and users accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. Netskope's platform employs patented technology to enable granular control and conditional access, adhering to zero trust principles. The company also offers Cloud XDTM, which enhances visibility into cloud application usage, and NewEdge, a security network that facilitates real-time security without compromising performance. Additionally, Netskope provides a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to manage cloud applications and prevent data exfiltration, as well as a cloud-based web security solution that safeguards against malware and advanced threats. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope serves various industries, including financial services, government, healthcare, and retail, while maintaining data centers across multiple countries to support its global operations.

FitOn

Series A in 2020
FitOn Inc. is a fitness technology company based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2018. It has developed a fitness application that allows users to participate in live and on-demand workout classes without the need for equipment. The app offers a diverse range of classes, including yoga, Pilates, pre and post-natal workouts, interval training, cardio, dance, and barre, all led by world-class trainers and celebrities. FitOn’s platform has attracted over 12 million members who have collectively logged more than one billion workout minutes. Additionally, the company provides FitOn Health, an enterprise service that partners with over 13,000 employers and major health plans in the United States to offer expert-led programs aimed at individuals managing chronic conditions. The application also features tools for calorie tracking, monitoring heart rates, and sharing progress with friends, enhancing the overall fitness experience.

Sysdig

Series E in 2020
Sysdig, Inc. is a company specializing in network and application monitoring software solutions that address the challenges of managing cloud-based application delivery infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sysdig offers a cloud-native security and monitoring platform designed for development and operations teams, as well as security professionals. The platform includes a suite of tools, such as a runtime threat detection engine and integrations for Prometheus monitoring, enabling organizations to secure and monitor their containerized applications effectively. Sysdig leverages a unique AI architecture and open-source technology to provide real-time insights, helping teams detect risks and prioritize vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and threats. With data centers in Oregon and Frankfurt, as well as a subsidiary in Japan, Sysdig empowers enterprises to navigate the complexities of modern cloud-native infrastructures while maintaining application performance, security, and compliance.

Zinier

Series C in 2020
Zinier Inc. develops a cloud-based platform and mobile application designed to enhance the efficiency of field service operations. The platform enables companies to create and manage customizable workflows for field agents, allowing for real-time tracking of key performance metrics and automating post-sales installation tasks. With a focus on integrating seamlessly with existing systems, Zinier provides a drag-and-drop interface that allows organizations to modify workflows rapidly and respond to changing needs. The company, incorporated in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, operates additional offices in several international locations, including Mexico City, São Paulo, Santiago, Singapore, Melbourne, Bengaluru, and Lisbon. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Zinier empowers enterprises to optimize their operations, solve problems swiftly, and maintain a flexible infrastructure that adapts to future challenges.

Airkit

Series A in 2020
Airkit, Inc. is a digital customer engagement platform that enables organizations to create and manage customer experiences efficiently. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Airkit's low-code platform allows sales, service, and operations teams to design customer journeys with ease. It provides prebuilt components and templates for web, mobile, voice, and chat interactions, facilitating the integration of customer data across various systems. The platform features tools for scheduling, information capture, location-aware workflows, and digital payment processing, all aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and operational productivity. Additionally, Airkit offers built-in analytics to measure user engagement and optimize experiences, along with debugging tools for developers to test and refine applications before deployment.
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