Forum VC

Forum VC is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on B2B SaaS startups. Established in 2014, it aims to simplify and enhance the journey for early-stage founders through pre-seed and seed-stage funding, comprehensive programming, corporate benefits, and a vibrant community. The firm's pre-seed program, Forum For Founders, offers $100,000 in funding along with 15 weeks of intensive mentorship and guidance centered on market entry and fundraising strategies. Additionally, the Forum Seed fund invests in outstanding SaaS startups at the seed stage, supporting both those who have participated in the pre-seed program and those outside of it. With a portfolio that exceeds 250 companies, Forum VC has facilitated significant fundraising for its founders from notable investors, contributing to their growth and success in the technology landscape.

Karen Appleton

LP

Alec Barrett-Wilsdon

Senior Associate

Sean Glass

Co-Founder

NICK MEHTA (HE/HIM)

General Partner

Akul Penugonda

Associate

Nina Stepanov

Associate and Head of Platform

Past deals in Pre-Seed Round

Finni Health

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Grow patients, visits, and revenue for any specialist clinic in North America.

Mindaro

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Mindaro is an end-to-end digital cyber insurance provider that empowers companies across sectors to offer cyber insurance products to their clients via API. Mindaro was founded to enable cyber insurance accessibility to small businesses and allow them to protect themselves from the financial ramifications of cyber attacks alongside cyber security prevention tools.

PetPair

Pre Seed Round in 2022
PetPair is building a world where pets come first. By leveraging dog fosters’ unique, rich experience with their adoptable pet, PetPair generates demand for dogs at shelters and rescues, saves fosters time, and provides a delightful, seamless eCommerce experience for adopters.

Hands In

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Hands In offers a payment solution that allows groups of consumers to pay together online, addressing the common issue of one member having to cover the entire cost upfront. By integrating its technology into various e-commerce websites and portals, Hands In facilitates simultaneous payments for group expenses, enhancing the purchasing experience for consumers. This innovative approach not only reduces friction in online transactions but also benefits merchants by increasing conversions, average transaction values, and overall marketing reach. The company aims to streamline group payments, ensuring that no individual is left out of pocket when making shared purchases.

Rabot

Pre Seed Round in 2021
We build smart tools for warehouses.

Mudstack

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Mudstack is a purpose-built asset management platform for game studios and digital artists. We help game studios and art teams manage, collaborate, and ship art assets and pipelines better, faster, and with confidence.

MinervaAI

Pre Seed Round in 2020
MinervaAI predicts who poses money laundering and terrorist financing risk to banks. We provide automated, accurate and audit-proof AML investigations at a fraction of the cost of compliance.

CPNET.io

Pre Seed Round in 2020
CPNet is an Industrial IoT and AI company whose mission is to bring big data analytics and AI to mid-market manufacturing companies. We see a lot of promise and potential of these advanced Industry 4.0 technologies for manufacturers in traditional processing industries, as they can deliver tangible operational improvements and efficiency gains to their existing production assets. Our platform enables streaming of the real-time machine data from PLCs and add-on sensors, which is further combined with batch-extracted ERP and quality data, and used by machine learning algorithms to drive optimization of the targeted OEE components.

Private AI

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Private AI Inc., established in 2017 and located in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development of privacy-preserving machine learning and natural language processing tools. The company aims to create solutions that enhance secure and seamless data analysis, thereby supporting innovative software development while safeguarding user privacy. Through its advanced technologies, Private AI seeks to address the growing demand for data security in various applications, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected during analysis and processing.

Nemo

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Unmeeting builds super-connected remote teams across different cities, countries and timezones by combining live/recorded video with smart interaction suggestions We're always looking for remote/distributed teams who have experienced any level of disconnection to try out the latest version of app and give us feedback. Unmeeting promotes a mix of synchronous and asynchronous team interaction and works with a team's Slack workspace/channels.

Firstbase

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Firstbase Inc. is a remote work software platform that assists companies in managing their physical equipment assets for remote teams. Established in 2020 and based in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, Firstbase focuses on enhancing the remote work experience by providing a comprehensive suite of services. These include the deployment and IT installation of essential equipment such as laptops, monitors, ergonomic chairs, and other tools required for effective home office setups. The platform also offers ongoing maintenance, repairs, and upgrades throughout the product lifecycle, as well as managing culture and perks for remote employees. Additionally, Firstbase facilitates the collection of equipment when an employee departs, ensuring a streamlined process for both the company and its workforce.

Roots Automation

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Roots Automation, Inc. develops digital coworkers to complete common business tasks. It provides digital automation services to insurance, healthcare and financial industry. It offers solutions such as, cloud based digital coworkers, fast & efficient, self learning AI, secure in the cloud and real time management & monitoring. Roots Automation, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in New York, New York.

Constellation Analytics

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Constellation Analytics offers an AI-driven platform that helps organizations across financial services, manufacturing, and life sciences. The company utilizes an innovative approach using the latest data and analytics technology to help organizations to empower better operational decisions. Constellation Analytics was founded in 2019 by Evan Bakst, Cole Page, and Niger Little-Poole.

Kiira Health

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Kiira Health is an advanced AI care coordinator and women's health clinic for young women. Kiira is connecting users to trusted health experts including primary care providers, ObGyn's, nurse practitioners, mental health experts and more via phone, chat, and video. Kiira is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

the main tab

Pre Seed Round in 2019
The Main Tab is the first & only highly curated wholesale website, connecting fine brands and boutiques on one main tab.

Roots

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Roots builds software products that help businesses better manage, monitor, and engage their employees.

BuyerSight

Pre Seed Round in 2019
BuyerSight is an AI and predictive analytics platform to power sales managers leading teams at scale. BuyerSight collects data from sales reps’ email, calendars, and CRM, and uses AI and natural language processing (NLP) to deliver recommendations and insight to managers of customer-facing teams. Leaders can ensure quality control at scale, discover best practices, and engage in data-driven coaching. BuyerSight is based in New York City and was started by two Harvard classmates with a combined 24 years of B2B sales and software experience.

Sprout Solutions

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Sprout Solutions is a payroll and HR software provider that focuses on emerging markets, particularly in the Philippines, Singapore, and Indonesia. The company offers a comprehensive platform that automates various administrative tasks related to HR and payroll, replacing traditional methods such as spreadsheets and printed forms. Its services include a fully automated timekeeping and attendance system utilizing biometrics, single-click payroll processing, and prescriptive analytics. Additionally, Sprout provides a cloud-based human resource information system that consolidates recruitment operations, helping businesses streamline their HR functions and effectively address payroll, human resource, and recruitment challenges. Through its suite of backend services, Sprout Solutions aims to support companies in their growth and operational efficiency.

Ascendo

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ascendo is an app for desktops and mobiles that helps in managing and protecting passwords.

Lincode

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Artificial Intelligence & Industrial IoT solutions company increasing profitability of manufacturing companies globally. Lincode has developed a unique computer vision-based solution that detects QA issues at higher rates of accuracy and at lower costs than major competitors.

Worky.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Worky.dev is a communication tool for remote teams allowing them to get rid of clutter and track important messages and decisions.

Squash.io

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Squash facilitates the Agile process and removes all the hassle of managing development environments for complex web apps and microservices. We fully automate the deployment of dev, QA and testing environments using disposable virtual machines. Each branch of code gets a unique URL and VM running on Squash's infrastructure.

Brain Body

Pre Seed Round in 2019
BrainBody is a B2B business that quantifies exercise-enhanced brain functions using a powerful cognitive analytics platform. They provide individualized, optimized exercise plans that maximizes how your brain works today and optimally protects your brain from aging and neurodegenerative disease states in the future.

PlatoonX

Pre Seed Round in 2019
PlatoonX is a freight brokerage marketplace connecting Shippers with live Carrier capacity for truck freight.

Busie

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Busie is a team of curious, self-driven entrepreneurs passionate about building technology that betters communities. They care deeply about bringing people together and making it easier for them to engage in group experiences. They come from diverse professional backgrounds ranging from corporate finance to consulting to mechanical engineering.

GoApron

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Developer of airport management software designed to automate manual airfield workflows for airports and airlines. The company's software helps in the automation of resource management with scheduling, immediate payments, on-time reporting, and data analytics, eliminating manual data entry and communication errors among others, enabling airport authorities to park airplanes more smartly and increase revenue.

Roots

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Roots builds software to help organizations better manage, monitor, and engage their workforce.

Symba

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Symba Inc. is an internship management platform that offers a comprehensive solution for companies to efficiently manage their internship programs. Founded in 2017 and based in Fountain Hills, Arizona, Symba's platform enables organizations to streamline various aspects of their internship processes, including training, project management, performance measurement, and offboarding. The user-friendly software supports employers in facilitating project workflows and building meaningful relationships with interns, thereby enhancing oversight and transparency. By providing actionable data, Symba assists companies in tracking their recruitment efforts and optimizing their internship experiences. The company is led by a diverse all-female founding team with expertise in software, marketing, and business, which contributes to its mission of creating valuable internship experiences.

Digs

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Digs, Inc. operates a personal finance and guidance platform for home buying process and managing a house as an asset. The company offers Digs Saver, a platform to track savings goals, monitor credit, and provide information about the buying process. It also offers Digs Homeowner, a platform to monitor the value of a house, receive refinance alerts, and get guidance to optimize mortgage. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 15, 2020, Digs, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of OJO Labs Inc.

Sprout Solutions

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Sprout Solutions is a payroll and HR software provider that focuses on emerging markets, particularly in the Philippines, Singapore, and Indonesia. The company offers a comprehensive platform that automates various administrative tasks related to HR and payroll, replacing traditional methods such as spreadsheets and printed forms. Its services include a fully automated timekeeping and attendance system utilizing biometrics, single-click payroll processing, and prescriptive analytics. Additionally, Sprout provides a cloud-based human resource information system that consolidates recruitment operations, helping businesses streamline their HR functions and effectively address payroll, human resource, and recruitment challenges. Through its suite of backend services, Sprout Solutions aims to support companies in their growth and operational efficiency.

ExecVision

Pre Seed Round in 2018
ExecVision Inc. operates a conversation intelligence platform designed specifically for coaching within sales and customer success teams. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, ExecVision provides organizations with the ability to analyze customer-facing conversations, extracting actionable insights that enhance performance and drive revenue. The platform identifies key moments in discussions, assessing both the content and emotional responses, which allows managers to understand what strategies are effective and which are not. In addition to its technology offerings, ExecVision, through its brand Vorsight, delivers sales effectiveness training and consulting services, focusing on areas such as tactical sales, prospecting, and inside sales consulting. This combination of advanced software and specialized coaching enables companies to improve their coaching processes efficiently at scale, ensuring that top performers are differentiated from their peers.

Storii

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Storii builds effective software for senior care providers and relatives of those in care. StoriiCare is a software platform for adult day care centers, assisted living providers and care homes. Used as a tool to instruct, record and improve quality of care, it enables care staff to digitally record their care, providing management with oversight and reducing common industry inefficiencies. StoriiCare also connects families to their loved ones, allowing them to contribute to their care and be informed of events in their life.

Insycle

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Insycle is a New York City-based company that specializes in data management through its cloud-based platform. The company aims to simplify the organization, cleansing, and updating of data across various platforms, including Salesforce, Marketo, Intercom, Zendesk, HubSpot, and Yext. Its platform offers task-oriented modules that enable users to manage bulk records, merge duplicates, standardize fields, and resolve data inconsistencies. By aggregating data from multiple sources into a single interface, Insycle provides tools for admins and inbound marketers to maintain accurate and organized contacts and company information, allowing for efficient manipulation and analysis as needed.

Roots

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Roots builds software products that help businesses better manage, monitor, and engage their employees.

Skillest

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Skillest is an online game coaching platform.

Tolstoy

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Tolstoy uses AI to read very large amounts of text people would otherwise have to read.

D4DT

Pre Seed Round in 2017
D4DT has a solution to the biggest data challenges for enterprise business leaders.D4DT supports their global customers from a number of offices around the world. Get in touch, and we'll route you to the appropriate office.

WorkAmerica

Pre Seed Round in 2013
WorkAmerica specializes in developing tailored workforce retraining programs for students, employers, community colleges, and training institutions. The company provides a range of in-house and external training courses, catering to various sectors, including call centers, warehouses, hospitality, trucking, and manufacturing. Based in Washington, D.C., WorkAmerica aims to bridge the gap between trained individuals in the skilled trades and employers seeking qualified talent. By leveraging its recruiting platform, the company connects credentialed candidates from community colleges, technical schools, and vocational training centers with job opportunities in an evolving job market. The need to match skilled graduates with employers has become increasingly important as the dynamics of recruiting and hiring in traditional trades change. WorkAmerica operates as a subsidiary of Climb.Jobs.