Alumni Ventures Group
Alumni Ventures Group is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with offices across North America. It provides access to venture investing for individual accredited investors, particularly alumni networks, by offering diversified portfolios of venture opportunities and allowing members to invest alongside fellow alumni in ventures led by peers. The firm backs early-stage and later-stage opportunities across technology, consumer, healthcare, financial services, and other sectors, with a sector- and geography-agnostic approach. It typically invests between $10,000 and $3 million per deal and emphasizes the involvement of alumni connections and an institutional lead investor in opportunities. Alumni Ventures also offers focused funds to broaden participation, enabling accredited investors to access venture portfolios diversified by type, sector, stage, and geography. The model aims to democratize access to venture capital while maintaining rigorous selection standards through alumni networks.
Top Stages
Past deals in California
CytoVale
Series D in 2024
CytoVale, Inc. is a medical technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing innovative biomarkers utilizing the mechanical properties of individual cells, a field known as mechanomics. Founded in 2013, the company employs microfluidics technology to effectively route and physically probe single cells, allowing for the simultaneous measurement of multiple biomarkers. This approach aims to enhance early detection and diagnosis of immune-mediated diseases, particularly sepsis. By leveraging cell mechanics and machine learning, CytoVale seeks to revolutionize the diagnostic landscape, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing treatment costs in healthcare.
Rypplzz
Seed Round in 2024
Rypplzz is a 3D geospatial technology company that develops a platform to link digital content to precise geo-locations in airspace and to transform physical spaces into smart, addressable environments. Its patented software connects digital files to exact locations across campuses and large venues, enabling monetizable engagement opportunities and location-based experiences in airspace. The platform supports interactive 3D geolocation-based content for sports, entertainment, hospitality, and security applications, turning airspace and real-world spaces into connected, data-enabled environments. By enabling creation, sharing and deployment of location-based digital files, Rypplzz aims to enhance audience engagement and operational intelligence through precise geolocation, improved connectivity, and spatial engineering.
Magnetic Insight
Series B in 2024
Magnetic Insight, Inc. is a company specializing in magnetic particle imaging (MPI), an innovative imaging modality that detects iron oxide nanoparticle tracers through time-varying magnetic fields. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Alameda, California, the company offers several key products, including the MOMENTUM imager, a pre-clinical MPI solution designed to produce high-quality images using advanced magnetic field gradients and proprietary reconstruction processes. Additionally, Magnetic Insight develops VivoTrax, a nanoparticle for cell tracking and as a blood pool agent, and Hyper, an add-on module for the MOMENTUM system that facilitates targeted magnetic hyperthermia treatment. The company's technology enables real-time monitoring of biological events, making significant strides in areas such as quantitative cell tracking, imaging of vascular function, and research into regenerative medicine and CAR-T cell therapies.
Grayce
Series A in 2024
Grayce, Inc. is a health care agency based in San Francisco that specializes in providing personalized guidance and support for families caring for aging adults and children. Founded in 2019, the company offers a range of services designed to assist caregivers with various aspects of care, including insurance, finances, legal plans, medical care, home care, housing, daily needs, and overall well-being. Each member of Grayce receives dedicated support from a social worker who helps manage their comprehensive care needs by planning, prioritizing, identifying resources, coordinating care, and advocating on their behalf. Through its social care management platform, Grayce empowers family caregivers to navigate the complexities of caring for vulnerable loved ones.
Atom Computing
Venture Round in 2024
Atom Computing Inc. is a technology company based in Berkeley, California, focused on the development of scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018, the company leverages the quantum mechanical properties of these atoms to process information and tackle complex problems that are beyond the capabilities of traditional computing. Atom Computing's innovative approach enables precise control, scaling, and stabilization of atoms, allowing quantum engineers and researchers to conduct advanced calculations in various fields, including drug design, computational chemistry, and other areas of general computing.
Frore Systems
Series C in 2024
Frore Systems is a technology company based in San Jose, California, specializing in thermal management solutions for consumer devices. The company develops advanced cooling chips, specifically the AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro, which utilize piezoelectric MEMS technology to provide efficient and silent heat dissipation. These active cooling solutions significantly enhance device performance by outperforming traditional fan-based systems. With additional offices in Taiwan and South Korea, Frore Systems is positioned to impact the computing industry by enabling manufacturers to improve the thermal efficiency and performance of their devices.
Bionaut Labs
Series B in 2024
Founded in 2016, Bionaut Labs specializes in developing intra-tissue navigation platforms using micro-robots for precise anatomical targeting. Its innovative technology enables remote-controlled delivery of therapeutics to challenging clinical settings, revolutionizing the treatment of central nervous system disorders and other diseases.
SafeBase
Series B in 2024
SafeBase, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in cloud-based security software aimed at helping organizations establish and enhance their security programs. The company’s offerings include a smart trust center platform that facilitates the sharing of security posture and automates access to sensitive documents. SafeBase provides solutions such as SafeBase Inspected, which features a website badge linking to a custom security status page, as well as custom security checklists and continuous monitoring of security systems. Additionally, the software assists organizations in configuring security policies, thereby enabling them to implement robust security practices effectively.
Rally Reader
Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2020, Rally Reader is an AI-powered e-reading platform designed for K-12 students. It distributes, supports, and tracks independent reading, helping children build reading fluency with its smart, AI Reading Coach.
SIQ Basketball
Seed Round in 2024
SIQ Basketball is a Los Angeles-based company that specializes in creating innovative sports technology solutions. They are known for developing a smart basketball approved by the International Basketball Federation for official game play. Additionally, SIQ Basketball offers advanced sports analytics software designed to assist sports organizations. Their products provide customized videos and real-time tracking of players, teams, and equipment, enabling detailed data analysis. This technology helps coaches offer quick feedback to players, saves significant scouting time, and enhances the overall experience for teams, broadcasters, and fans by linking statistics with video footage.
Observe
Series B in 2024
Observe Inc. develops an online platform for log analytics, infrastructure monitoring, and application performance management. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Pendulum Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Pendulum Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in microbiome-targeted therapies. Founded in 2013 by experts in microbiology, biochemistry, computational science, and clinical research, the company develops evidence-based medical probiotics to manage chronic illnesses, with a focus on type 2 diabetes. Its flagship product, Pendulum Glucose Control, has demonstrated efficacy in lowering blood sugar spikes and reducing A1C levels in clinical trials.
Kyte
Series B in 2024
Founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk, Kyte is a technology and operations company specializing in on-demand car rentals. Customers can access vehicles for durations ranging from days to months, with services including car cleaning and refueling.
Heart Aerospace
Series B in 2024
Heart Aerospace AB, established in 2018 with headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden, and operations in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing electric regional airliners certified for passenger flight. The company's mission is to facilitate swift, affordable, and sustainable travel for regional journeys worldwide. Their flagship aircraft, the ES-19, is a nineteen-passenger electric airliner designed with an operating range of 400 km, aiming to reduce fuel and maintenance costs compared to traditional aircraft while emitting zero operational emissions. Heart Aerospace targets commercial operation certification for the ES-19 by 2026.
Lightship
Series B in 2024
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup founded in 2020 by former Tesla employees, based in San Francisco. The company is focused on revolutionizing the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, which is valued at $26 billion, by developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer. This innovative vehicle aims to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered RVs, alleviating issues such as noise, emissions, and range anxiety. By prioritizing sustainability, Lightship seeks to enhance outdoor travel experiences while promoting the preservation of nature. The company’s approach allows travelers to reduce fuel costs and minimize their environmental impact, making it easier to explore the outdoors responsibly.
AvantStay
Venture Round in 2024
Founded in 2016, AvantStay specializes in vacation home rentals. It operates across over 60 cities worldwide, offering a curated experience through its proprietary tech platform, which facilitates bookings and manages properties.
Mythical Games
Series C in 2024
Mythical Games Inc. is a game technology studio founded in 2018 and based in Sherman Oaks, California, with an additional office in Seattle, Washington. The company develops blockchain-based games and aims to create a new generation of gaming experiences by enabling true ownership of digital assets, verifiable scarcity, and integrated secondary markets. Its flagship title, Blankos, is a casual multiplayer game where players can buy, trade, and sell their unique designs. Mythical Games also provides tools for content creators and brands, allowing them to customize and own game assets. By fostering a decentralized gaming ecosystem, the company brings players, developers, and content creators together, promoting personalized experiences and driving consumer adoption of distributed ledger technology through innovative gaming products.
CytoVale
Series C in 2023
CytoVale, Inc. is a medical technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing innovative biomarkers utilizing the mechanical properties of individual cells, a field known as mechanomics. Founded in 2013, the company employs microfluidics technology to effectively route and physically probe single cells, allowing for the simultaneous measurement of multiple biomarkers. This approach aims to enhance early detection and diagnosis of immune-mediated diseases, particularly sepsis. By leveraging cell mechanics and machine learning, CytoVale seeks to revolutionize the diagnostic landscape, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing treatment costs in healthcare.
Divergent
Series D in 2023
Divergent develops and manufactures 3D-printed cars and has created the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS), an end-to-end software-hardware platform for industrial digital manufacturing. DAPS enables customers to design, additively manufacture, and automatically assemble complex vehicle structures for automotive, aerospace, and defense applications. The system aims to optimize designs, reduce material use, and eliminate upfront capital expenditure by removing tooling needs and dematerializing components, thereby improving manufacturing efficiency and environmental sustainability across vehicle programs. Divergent's approach targets radical reductions in cost and lead times while enabling scalable, custom manufacturing, addressing decarbonization and demand for lighter, stronger structures.
Ellipsis Health
Series A in 2023
Founded in 2013, Ellipsis Health is a technology company that uses artificial intelligence to improve behavioral health. It analyzes patient speech and clinical data to predict health outcomes and provide real-time assessments for conditions like depression.
Glydways
Series B in 2023
Glydways is a South San Francisco-based company specializing in affordable autonomous transportation systems. It designs, manufactures, installs, and operates efficient, high-capacity mobility solutions that are environmentally friendly with zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Chef Robotics
Funding Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry, founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco. It develops AI-enabled robotic automation for food manufacturing, integrating modular hardware and adaptive software with computer vision to handle variability in food products, automate assembly processes, and optimize labor productivity. Its solutions aim to reduce waste, improve consistency, and address workforce shortages through intelligent automation.
Canvas
Series B in 2023
Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, is a construction robotics company that specializes in developing and manufacturing machinery for the construction industry. Utilizing machine learning technology, Canvas has created robots designed to install drywall efficiently at construction sites. This innovative approach enhances the quality, speed, and predictability of drywall finishing, allowing skilled workers to operate these advanced machines. By redefining traditional construction processes, Canvas aims to improve project outcomes and elevate the overall efficiency of construction operations.
Crate
Seed Round in 2023
Crate is a company founded in 2021 and based in Los Angeles, California, that has developed an AI-powered platform for content creation and sharing. This innovative platform allows users to collect and save content from various apps and websites, enabling them to organize, group, label, and annotate articles, podcasts, videos, and tweets. By simplifying the process of importing content from different sources, Crate empowers content creators to customize, curate, and share their work in a novel manner, ultimately transforming how content is consumed and engaged with across the internet.
Ossium Health
Series C in 2023
Ossium Health, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced cell therapy products aimed at treating blood cancers, improving organ transplantation, and repairing tissue damage caused by radiation exposure. Established in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company has created a range of therapies, including HPC, Marrow, which consists of human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-matched bone marrow stem cells for hematopoietic reconstitution in blood cancer patients. Additionally, Ossium offers Chimera, designed to enhance organ transplantation, and Chymalis, which utilizes mesenchymal stem cells from bone marrow to facilitate the healing of damaged bone and muscle tissue. The company also supplies bone marrow cells for research in oncology, immunology, and related fields, focusing on improving health and longevity through innovative bioengineering techniques.
PharmaCCX
Seed Round in 2023
PharmaCCX is a healthcare technology company established in 2017, headquartered in Boston with additional offices in Stockholm, San Mateo, and Zug. It operates a platform that facilitates pricing negotiations and procurement processes between oncology pharmaceutical companies and healthcare payers, aiming to accelerate patient access to necessary medicines. The platform offers a configurable infrastructure for planning, negotiating, and managing deals, enabling market access teams at pharma companies and payers to efficiently administer innovative payment models.
SafeBase
Series A in 2023
SafeBase, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in cloud-based security software aimed at helping organizations establish and enhance their security programs. The company’s offerings include a smart trust center platform that facilitates the sharing of security posture and automates access to sensitive documents. SafeBase provides solutions such as SafeBase Inspected, which features a website badge linking to a custom security status page, as well as custom security checklists and continuous monitoring of security systems. Additionally, the software assists organizations in configuring security policies, thereby enabling them to implement robust security practices effectively.
Praxis Labs
Series A in 2023
Praxis Labs designs and develops virtual reality-based software for diversity and inclusion training in workplaces. Founded in 2019 and based in Stanford, California, the company integrates research-backed curriculum with advanced VR technology to create immersive unconscious bias training experiences. Praxis Labs offers services that include designing curriculum for diversity and bias trainings, producing high-quality training materials, and providing quantifiable metrics to measure improvements in understanding and empathy regarding implicit bias within organizations.
BlueX Trade
Venture Round in 2023
BlueX Trade, Inc., established in 2018 with headquarters in Diamond Bar, California, operates an online marketplace connecting carriers, service providers, and shippers in the global supply chain. Its digital platform facilitates transactions, enabling carriers to monetize their networks, trade service providers to reach more customers, and enterprise shippers to access tier-one services at competitive rates. Additionally, BlueX offers a Rate Management System that automatically updates shipper spot and contract rates via direct digital connections with ocean carriers.
Chef Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry, founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco. It develops AI-enabled robotic automation for food manufacturing, integrating modular hardware and adaptive software with computer vision to handle variability in food products, automate assembly processes, and optimize labor productivity. Its solutions aim to reduce waste, improve consistency, and address workforce shortages through intelligent automation.
Chef Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Chef Robotics is a robotics and artificial intelligence company serving the food industry, founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco. It develops AI-enabled robotic automation for food manufacturing, integrating modular hardware and adaptive software with computer vision to handle variability in food products, automate assembly processes, and optimize labor productivity. Its solutions aim to reduce waste, improve consistency, and address workforce shortages through intelligent automation.
Zoo
Seed Round in 2023
Founded in 2021, Zoo is headquartered in Inglewood, California. It specializes in creating infrastructure for hardware design, focusing on generative AI to develop full-stack tools that automate and streamline the process of building hardware.
Headroom
Seed Round in 2023
Headroom is a San Francisco-based developer of an artificial intelligence powered virtual meeting platform designed to reduce distraction and automate routine meeting tasks. The platform provides transcripts, automatically generated summaries with highlights, gesture recognition, and optimized video quality to support remote collaboration. It also includes features such as alert observers and built-in gesture-based approvals that let participants indicate responses without unmuting, helping teams notice questions or excitement in real time. Headroom aims to enable users to focus on relationships, creative thinking, and problem solving while AI handles the routine aspects of meetings.
Aviator
Seed Round in 2023
Founded in 2021, Aviator is a San Francisco-based developer productivity platform. It automates repetitive workflows for software teams, enabling them to build faster and more efficiently by eliminating mundane tasks.
Bitwave
Series A in 2022
Founded in San Francisco in 2018 by Amy Kalnoki and Patrick White, Bitwave develops financial software that enables companies to integrate digital assets into their accounting records and operations. Its platform offers tax tracking, bookkeeping, DeFi monitoring, and crypto accounts receivable/payable management, streamlining cryptocurrency finance for businesses.
Operative Intelligence
Seed Round in 2022
Operative Intelligence develops AI-driven software for contact centers that combines operations management with customer analytics. The platform analyzes and quantifies opportunities to improve performance, and helps systematically manage customer operations. It also converts unstructured customer conversation data into real-world, actionable insights, examining call behaviors and outcomes to reveal how factors influence customer demand at the level of individual inquiries. This enables contact centers to identify root causes through data and insights. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Citrine Informatics
Venture Round in 2022
Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a software company based in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2013. It specializes in materials informatics by developing an artificial intelligence platform that aggregates extensive data on materials, chemicals, and devices. This platform leverages machine learning and data science to enhance research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for organizations involved in producing physical products. By streamlining the materials development process, Citrine Informatics aims to facilitate the discovery of new materials and reduce defects early in the research phase, thus improving product growth and design. The company's focus spans various sectors, including energy, aerospace, and electronics.
MedCrypt
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2016, MedCrypt specializes in cybersecurity software for medical devices. Its solutions ensure data security and protect against unauthorized access across a wide range of devices, from pacemakers to surgical robots.
Willow
Series D in 2022
Willow Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in the manufacture of wearable breast pumps for women. The company offers a range of products including milk bags, accessories such as flanges and tubes, and replacement parts. Willow's flagship product is an in-bra wearable breast pump designed to provide mothers with mobility and hands-free convenience during breastfeeding. The company also provides pumping bras, cases, and other breastfeeding essentials.
HopSkipDrive
Series D in 2022
HopSkipDrive, Inc. is a transportation service provider that specializes in ridesharing for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a platform that allows parents to pre-schedule rides for their children with vetted drivers, ensuring safe and reliable transportation to schools and activities. HopSkipDrive serves a diverse clientele, including families, schools, and government agencies, and has established contracts with over 400 school districts. The company operates in 21 major markets across 12 states, having successfully transported 2 million riders to more than 16,000 schools while covering over 20 million miles. Its focus on child safety and dependable service distinguishes it in the transportation sector.
EvaBot
Series A in 2022
EvaBot Inc. operates an artificial intelligence platform designed to facilitate the sending of personalized corporate gifts tailored to the unique interests of recipients. The company serves a diverse clientele, including executives, real estate agents, event organizers, customer retention teams, recruiters, consultants, and agencies, enabling them to create memorable gifting experiences that maintain an element of surprise. By integrating with communication tools such as email and Slack, EvaBot automates the gifting process, matching recipients with curated products from various vendors based on their preferences. Founded in 2015 and originally named Vizzi Inc., the company rebranded to EvaBot Inc. in August 2017 and is headquartered in Fremont, California, with an additional office in Calgary, Canada.
Health Note
Series A in 2022
Health Note is an AI-powered health data management platform that collects patient information through voice and digital intake tools, automatically formats it into clinical notes, and integrates with electronic medical records to streamline documentation and pre-visit workflows. The platform is frictionless and platform-agnostic, enabling patients to participate in their care without apps or portals and reducing administrative burden for clinicians while improving care team efficiency. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Health Note aims to simplify clinical documentation and EMR integration.
Lightship
Series A in 2022
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup founded in 2020 by former Tesla employees, based in San Francisco. The company is focused on revolutionizing the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, which is valued at $26 billion, by developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer. This innovative vehicle aims to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered RVs, alleviating issues such as noise, emissions, and range anxiety. By prioritizing sustainability, Lightship seeks to enhance outdoor travel experiences while promoting the preservation of nature. The company’s approach allows travelers to reduce fuel costs and minimize their environmental impact, making it easier to explore the outdoors responsibly.
Finli
Seed Round in 2022
Finli develops software that simplifies payments for family-centric businesses. It offers invoicing, tuition collection, enrollment tracking, and payment-related communication tools. Finli serves daycare centers, preschools, afterschool programs, neighborhood businesses, families, and corporations.
Magnetic Insight
Series B in 2022
Magnetic Insight, Inc. is a company specializing in magnetic particle imaging (MPI), an innovative imaging modality that detects iron oxide nanoparticle tracers through time-varying magnetic fields. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Alameda, California, the company offers several key products, including the MOMENTUM imager, a pre-clinical MPI solution designed to produce high-quality images using advanced magnetic field gradients and proprietary reconstruction processes. Additionally, Magnetic Insight develops VivoTrax, a nanoparticle for cell tracking and as a blood pool agent, and Hyper, an add-on module for the MOMENTUM system that facilitates targeted magnetic hyperthermia treatment. The company's technology enables real-time monitoring of biological events, making significant strides in areas such as quantitative cell tracking, imaging of vascular function, and research into regenerative medicine and CAR-T cell therapies.
Mozza
Venture Round in 2022
Mozza is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the development of plant-based cheese products. The company aims to create cheese derived from plants that closely replicates the taste and texture of traditional dairy cheese. By utilizing bovine milk proteins, Mozza produces cheese that exhibits the same characteristics as its animal-derived counterparts, including melt, stretch, and flavor. This innovation provides consumers with a viable alternative to dairy cheese, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food options.
FarmWise
Series B in 2022
FarmWise, established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing and manufacturing robotic machinery for agriculture. The company's primary product is a mechanical weeder, designed to track and remove weeds in vegetable crops, enhancing farm efficiency and reducing herbicide usage. FarmWise also offers comprehensive training and support to ensure optimal use of its technology.
PrismPop
Seed Round in 2022
PrismPop is a mobile‑first social commerce platform that connects beauty consumers with personalized product recommendations and community‑driven content. Launched in 2018 and headquartered in Pasadena, California, the company enables users to discover, review, and share beauty products while providing third‑party manufacturers a channel to reach engaged shoppers. Its technology blends curated content, user interaction, and data insights to create a safe, personalized space where individuals can document their beauty journeys and recommend products to peers.
Capella Space
Series C in 2022
Capella Space is an information services company based in San Francisco that operates a constellation of small satellites equipped with synthetic aperture radar, delivering on-demand, high-resolution radar imagery of the Earth's surface. The SAR imagery can be acquired through clouds, smoke, fog, and darkness, enabling continuous global monitoring and rapid insight across industries. Capella's services support infrastructure monitoring, agriculture, disaster response, maritime domain awareness, city planning and mapping, and business intelligence, helping customers detect sub-meter surface changes, track economic activity, and monitor environmental and security-related conditions. Founded in 2016, Capella Space provides timely earth observation for commerce, conservation, and safety.
Divergent
Series C in 2022
Divergent develops and manufactures 3D-printed cars and has created the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS), an end-to-end software-hardware platform for industrial digital manufacturing. DAPS enables customers to design, additively manufacture, and automatically assemble complex vehicle structures for automotive, aerospace, and defense applications. The system aims to optimize designs, reduce material use, and eliminate upfront capital expenditure by removing tooling needs and dematerializing components, thereby improving manufacturing efficiency and environmental sustainability across vehicle programs. Divergent's approach targets radical reductions in cost and lead times while enabling scalable, custom manufacturing, addressing decarbonization and demand for lighter, stronger structures.
Vorticity
Series A in 2022
Founded in 2019, Vorticity specializes in developing domain-specific accelerators initially focused on fluid dynamics. Its proprietary compute architecture significantly enhances the speed of fluid dynamics problem-solving, serving sectors such as aerospace, life sciences, and nuclear energy.
Luminous Computing
Series A in 2022
Founded in 2018, Luminous Computing specializes in developing photonics chips tailored for artificial intelligence workloads. Their flagship product is an AI training and inference chip that packs the power of supercomputers into a single unit, mitigating traditional processing bottlenecks.
OpenGov
Venture Round in 2022
OpenGov is a provider of cloud-based software for public sector operations, focusing on budgeting, procurement, performance management, and transparency. Its platform combines budgeting and financial management tools with analytics and visualization capabilities, enabling decision makers to streamline the annual budget process, benchmark against other governments, and share insights. It offers ERP-like modules for local governments to improve financial management, and OpenGov Transparency to publish financial data for public accountability. The company also provides open data solutions using CKAN for government data portals and OpenGov Comparisons for benchmarking across the OpenGov Network. Additional capabilities cover automated procurement, streamlined permitting and licensing workflows, asset management, and community engagement to improve service delivery. OpenGov serves finance directors, administrators, and elected officials, and is based in Redwood City, California.
Humu
Series C in 2022
Humu, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Mountain View, California, specializes in developing behavioral-change software for human resources. The company's technology leverages scientific research and machine learning to help individuals become better leaders, managers, or teammates. Humu's software enables companies to recognize employee efforts, measure key aspects of workplace dynamics, and foster positive behavioral changes, ultimately aiming to increase productivity and improve the overall work environment.
MainStreet
Series B in 2022
MainStreet, founded in 2019 by Daniel Griffin, Doug Ludlow, and Dan Lindquist in San Jose, California, is a company that assists startups and small to medium-sized businesses in identifying and claiming government incentives, tax credits, deductions, and stimulus funds. Its platform analyzes payroll and accounting systems to align clients with applicable federal, state, and local tax credits while managing legal workflows, ultimately aiming to save clients both time and money. MainStreet charges a flat success fee of 20% upon the disbursement of incentives. In addition to its core services, the company also provides personal finance tips and advice to help consumers grow their wealth and improve their financial well-being. Headquartered in the United States, MainStreet is supported by prominent investors, including SignalFire and Gradient Ventures.
Phantom Auto
Series B in 2022
Phantom Auto Inc. is a software company that specializes in remote operation solutions for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, Phantom Auto develops a platform that enables remote drivers to operate a variety of vehicles, including passenger cars, yard trucks, forklifts, and delivery robots. This technology allows for the remote monitoring and operation of these vehicles from significant distances, enhancing safety and productivity in diverse environments such as construction zones and adverse weather conditions. By facilitating the remote operation of unmanned vehicles, Phantom Auto aims to improve labor accessibility and operational efficiency across logistics and other industries.
SupplyHound
Seed Round in 2022
SupplyHound, founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, operates a marketplace dedicated to streamlining construction material delivery. It connects contractors with vendors, enhancing productivity by managing order flow and providing on-demand deliveries. This service helps contractors keep skilled labor on-site longer, boosting profits, while vendors reduce their cost of sales and improve customer satisfaction through efficient material supply.
Ockam
Series A in 2022
Ockam Inc. provides a serverless platform for secure Internet-of-things (IoT) development. Its tool enables hardware-to-software interconnection, facilitates information exchange within connected systems, manages identities and cryptographic keys, optimizes connectivity, and connects application developers, engineers, and product managers.
KarmaCheck
Series A in 2022
KarmaCheck, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in providing technology-driven background screening services for employment purposes. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including criminal checks, employment and education verifications, motor vehicle reports, reference checks, and drug testing. Utilizing an API-first platform, KarmaCheck ensures a mobile-friendly experience for candidates, facilitating rapid and accurate background checks. The integration of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology allows for real-time processing, enabling businesses to streamline their hiring processes, achieve faster turnaround times, and improve employee retention.
B Generous
Seed Round in 2022
B Generous is a California-based fintech company established in 2021, specializing in a philanthropic credit product platform that facilitates immediate capital access for nonprofit organizations. The platform enables nonprofits to receive the full amount of donations upfront, allowing them to concentrate on their mission rather than fundraising concerns. Donors benefit from receiving a full gross tax deduction at the time of their contribution and can finance their donations through interest-free payments over time. By bridging the gap between donors and nonprofits, B Generous enhances the funding landscape for charitable contributions while supporting the operational needs of nonprofit entities.
SkySafe
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2015, SkySafe specializes in airspace security. Its technology uses radio waves to detect and disrupt unauthorized or malicious drone activity, providing real-time data and analytics for clients such as governments, airports, and corporations.
Lobby
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Lobby is a blockchain startup focused on developing management tools tailored for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). Founded in 2021 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a platform that facilitates knowledge management for numerous Web3 organizations. Its offerings include a community editor that allows users to share shortcuts within the community, thereby enabling the efficient creation of search shortcuts and the streamlined launching of workflows. Through its innovative approach, Lobby enhances collaboration and productivity among organizations operating within the decentralized ecosystem.
Luma Health
Series C in 2021
Founded in 2015, Luma Health develops a patient engagement platform that connects healthcare providers with patients via smart scheduling, appointment reminders, mobile intake, and care pathways. Its platform integrates with EHR systems for insights and analytics.
Deliverr
Series E in 2021
Deliverr, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in order fulfillment services for e-commerce retailers. Founded in 2017, it aims to empower sellers, regardless of their size, by providing fast and cost-effective fulfillment solutions. Deliverr offers a comprehensive platform that utilizes machine learning and predictive intelligence to enhance the shipping process. Its services include warehousing, order handling, picking, packing, and packaging, enabling online merchants to meet shipping standards and avoid penalties for late shipments. By offering multiple shipping options, Deliverr helps e-tailers improve customer satisfaction, increase conversion rates, and expand their market reach.
Sepion Technologies
Series A in 2021
Sepion Technologies is an advanced membrane company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of highly-tunable nanoscale membranes designed for various industrial applications, particularly in the energy storage sector. The company focuses on manufacturing innovative lithium-metal batteries by integrating nanoscience, polymer chemistry, and cell engineering. Its proprietary composite membrane serves as a cost-effective alternative to traditional ceramic separators used in lithium batteries, allowing for large-area production. This technology enables battery manufacturers to enhance energy density in their products, thereby improving overall performance and efficiency in energy storage solutions.
Slingshot Aerospace
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2016, Slingshot Aerospace develops mission-critical data and analytics solutions for the aerospace industry. Its platforms integrate global sensor data, artificial intelligence, and astrodynamics to enhance spaceflight awareness, reduce operational risk, and optimize decision-making for commercial and government space operators.
Point One Navigation
Series A in 2021
Point One Navigation, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing precise location services for autonomous systems, including self-driving vehicles, commercial drones, and various robotic applications. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company aims to provide localization solutions that achieve accuracy within a few centimeters at a significantly reduced cost compared to existing offerings. Point One Navigation combines Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), inertial measurement, and computer vision technologies through proprietary algorithms to create high-performance navigation systems. These systems are designed to support a range of applications, enabling users to enhance the safety and efficiency of vehicles, drones, and other automated devices.
Wonderverse
Seed Round in 2021
Wonderverse is a task management system founded in 2021 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It is designed to assist decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) in launching and scaling their initiatives effectively. The platform facilitates process development, rights configuration, and transparent collaboration among team members. By providing tools for workflow creation and task setup, Wonderverse enables organizations to plan projects, manage contributor payments, and enhance teamwork across various initiatives.
GreenPark Sports
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2018, GreenPark Sports develops and operates an online gaming platform that provides digital experiences and games for sports and esports fans. Its flagship product is a free-to-play mobile game played over the top of sporting events, allowing users to compete as 'Best Fans' of their favorite leagues and teams.
Openprise
Series A in 2021
Openprise operates a cloud-based platform that automates critical marketing and sales data management processes. Its platform streamlines tasks such as data onboarding, cleansing, enrichment, unification, and segmentation, enabling personalized campaigns and improving operational efficiency.
Fernish
Series B in 2021
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company provides furniture and decor rental services through a subscription model, catering to consumers with a mobile lifestyle. Fernish aims to redefine the furniture rental market by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand. It offers a flexible marketplace where customers can rent entire rooms or individual pieces, with the option to swap items as desired. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, allowing subscribers to apply their rental payments toward the purchase of furniture at the end of their subscription period. This approach enables customers to enjoy quality furnishings while adapting to their changing needs.
Gordy Health
Convertible Note in 2021
Gordy Health is a virtual care provider based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2021. The company specializes in blood pressure management to reduce patients' risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure. Gordy Health offers a healthcare platform that allows users to manage their blood pressure from home, with features including direct access to heart specialists, easy-to-schedule virtual appointments, real-time diagnostics, prescription delivery, and ongoing monitoring and medication adjustments. The goal is to prevent complications from high blood pressure, helping patients achieve healthier lives and increased longevity.
LeadIQ
Series B in 2021
LeadIQ develops a sales prospecting automation platform that streamlines lead management processes. Its key products include Prospector (for searching prospects on LinkedIn and other websites), Scout (for finding contact information), and personal intelligence APIs (for comprehensive profile searches). LeadIQ integrates with various data sources to enrich profiles, enabling sales teams to focus on qualified leads and close deals more efficiently.
Duffl
Series A in 2021
Duffl is a Los Angeles-based delivery service that provides snacks and drinks to college students through a campus-focused delivery network. Founded in 2019, Duffl operates a 10-minute delivery service at campuses including UCLA, USC, UCSB, and UC Berkeley, using an on-campus portal and electric scooters to access routes that cars cannot. The platform does not require mandatory sign-ups or credit cards, enabling students to easily access packaged foods on campus.
Trust.co
Seed Round in 2021
Trust.co allows you to compare your data to businesses across the platform to see how your business stacks up, even as markets change.
The company allows its clients to get an immediate, full picture of your business and financial metrics so you always know how your business is performing.
Trust.co was established in 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
Humanly.io
Seed Round in 2021
Humanly.io is a hiring platform that specializes in screening and scheduling job candidates through an AI-based system. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Humanly engages with candidates visiting a company’s job pages and social media, facilitating their qualification and addressing their inquiries. This innovative technology allows organizations to enhance candidate conversion rates across various recruitment channels while significantly reducing the time spent by human resources on each open role. With its focus on efficiency and automation, Humanly streamlines the hiring process for businesses, making it easier to manage candidate interactions at scale.
GritWell
Seed Round in 2021
GritWell Ltd is a digital health platform that specializes in addressing chronic health conditions through a holistic approach. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company connects patients with a variety of health professionals, including nutritionists, health coaches, and naturopathic doctors. GritWell's platform facilitates secure video consultations, direct messaging, and online scheduling, allowing for personalized treatment plans and credible advice tailored to individual needs. By focusing on root cause treatment rather than mere symptom management, GritWell employs clinically validated symptom assessments to guide patients toward appropriate care while integrating natural treatment options. This innovative approach aims to improve health outcomes by enabling patients to find practitioners who can address the underlying issues of their chronic symptoms, such as insomnia, migraines, and anxiety.
Vouch
Series C in 2021
Vouch, Inc. is a provider of insurance products and services specifically designed for startups and high-growth companies in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive range of insurance solutions, including general liability, business property, directors and officers, errors and omissions, cyber coverage, crime coverage, employment practices liability, hired and non-owned auto, and fiduciary liability. Vouch operates a tech-enabled platform that facilitates access to multiple insurance carriers and provides instant quoting capabilities through its MGA brand, Corix. By integrating technology and industry expertise, Vouch aims to help startups and technology-driven businesses effectively manage risk as they scale and adapt to emerging challenges.
Juno
Series A in 2021
Juno Residential, Inc. is a company focused on the development of residential apartments, incorporating innovative construction methods to provide environmentally friendly housing solutions. Based in San Francisco, California, Juno specializes in prefabricated houses, utilizing techniques that emphasize speed and efficiency. The company is committed to sustainability, employing organic and low-carbon materials, such as mass timber, in its projects. By offering modern and curated living spaces, Juno aims to address the growing demand for sustainable housing alternatives in urban environments. Founded in 2018, Juno Residential, Inc. was previously known as Lighthouse Residential, Inc.
Blue Note Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Blue Note Therapeutics is a prescription digital therapeutics company that develops software-driven mental health solutions and collaborates with medical researchers and patient advocacy organizations to provide physician-prescribed therapies accessible on mobile devices. Its platform delivers evidence-based interventions designed to prevent, manage, and treat mental health conditions associated with serious illnesses, including cancer, and can be used as first-line or adjuvant therapies. The company is based in San Francisco, California, and was founded in 2018.
unspun
Series A in 2021
Unspun, Inc. is a digital apparel company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in creating custom jeans tailored to individual consumers using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental challenges by minimizing pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory, thus contributing to a reduction in global carbon emissions. Unspun's innovative approach enables on-demand production of jeans in under ten minutes, utilizing localized manufacturing processes designed to be zero-waste. Its technology has gained recognition, including being named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2019, and supports a B2B platform that facilitates digital customization for major apparel brands.
Enable
Series B in 2021
Enable is a cloud-based software platform that specializes in rebate management for distributors, manufacturers, and retailers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Enable offers a solution that allows businesses to calculate, plan, and manage rebate deals effectively, thereby facilitating profitable growth. The platform provides actionable insights for more informed decision-making, streamlines the execution of trading agreements, and enhances financial reporting with transparent and auditable results. By fostering collaboration between trading partners through integrated planning and incentive programs, Enable helps companies acquire, retain, and serve their customers more efficiently.
Wrench
Series D in 2021
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.
Baffle
Series B in 2021
Baffle specializes in secure data management. It offers solutions for encrypting sensitive information across analytics pipelines and cloud environments, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations while preserving user experience.
Graphite
Series A in 2021
Graphite, Inc. is a technology platform that facilitates an online marketplace connecting organizations with a vetted pool of finance and consulting professionals for project-based work. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Boston, Graphite enables companies across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and telecommunications, to access specialized expertise on demand. By providing a streamlined way for organizations to engage top-tier consultants and executives, Graphite helps alleviate bandwidth constraints and drive significant organizational change, allowing clients to innovate more rapidly and enhance business performance. Formerly known as SpareHire, Inc., Graphite rebranded in July 2019, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality consulting services tailored to the needs of its clients.
RocketCart
Seed Round in 2021
RocketCart is a grocery delivery service specializing in a diverse selection of Korean products, offering free next-morning delivery to customers' doorsteps. Currently, the service caters to all of Los Angeles and Orange County, California, as well as many regions in Riverside, Ventura, and San Bernardino Counties. The company is also planning a nationwide rollout to expand its reach. By providing a platform for ethnic grocery items, RocketCart aims to enhance convenience and accessibility for customers seeking quality products from home.
Kenshō Health
Seed Round in 2021
Kenshō Health is a Los Angeles-based health company that operates online, emphasizing a whole-person approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs Krista Berlincourt and Danny Steiner, Kenshō combines scientific research with personalization technology to simplify holistic health care. The company offers an on-demand wellness service booking platform that connects users with verified wellness providers across various specialties, including acupuncture, massage, yoga, naturopathy, and meditation. By enabling individuals to easily find and book wellness professionals, Kenshō aims to support a balanced and healthy lifestyle without the need for in-person visits.
Lightship
Seed Round in 2021
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup founded in 2020 by former Tesla employees, based in San Francisco. The company is focused on revolutionizing the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, which is valued at $26 billion, by developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer. This innovative vehicle aims to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered RVs, alleviating issues such as noise, emissions, and range anxiety. By prioritizing sustainability, Lightship seeks to enhance outdoor travel experiences while promoting the preservation of nature. The company’s approach allows travelers to reduce fuel costs and minimize their environmental impact, making it easier to explore the outdoors responsibly.
Lumanu
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2016, Lumanu develops a digital platform connecting companies with brand ambassadors. It offers solutions like SocialCert for influencer content sharing, Content Manager for ingesting content, and SmartBoost for creating ads using influencer creatives. Serving brand marketers, performance marketers, agency marketers, and creators/influencers, Lumanu operates from Oakland, California with an additional office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Subspace
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2011, Subspace specializes in Network-as-a-Service solutions. It optimizes network performance for real-time applications, including multiplayer games, voice and video services, fintech platforms, transportation apps, and other internet applications. By leveraging cloud capabilities, Subspace enables clients to enhance user experience with minimal configuration changes.
unspun
Seed Round in 2021
Unspun, Inc. is a digital apparel company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in creating custom jeans tailored to individual consumers using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental challenges by minimizing pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory, thus contributing to a reduction in global carbon emissions. Unspun's innovative approach enables on-demand production of jeans in under ten minutes, utilizing localized manufacturing processes designed to be zero-waste. Its technology has gained recognition, including being named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2019, and supports a B2B platform that facilitates digital customization for major apparel brands.
ZeroAvia
Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, ZeroAvia develops zero-emission aircraft propulsion systems designed to eliminate aviation emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. The company focuses on scalable hydrogen-electric technologies that can retrofit existing aircraft and support sustainable aviation.
Zone7
Convertible Note in 2021
Zone7 is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence-based software designed to predict sports injuries and optimize athletic performance. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Zone7 collects and analyzes data from various sources, including wearable devices, medical records, and fitness profiles. The software aims to identify injury risks before they occur, enabling coaching staff and medical professionals to make informed decisions regarding training, rest, and work assignments. Zone7's technology is utilized by over 30 professional sports franchises and is also applied in hospitals to monitor the well-being of medical staff. By providing actionable insights, Zone7 enhances the health, potential, and durability of athletes and the elite workforce, ultimately aiming to improve human performance across various fields.
Zendar
Venture Round in 2021
Zendar Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced radar systems specifically designed for autonomous vehicles. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company focuses on developing high-definition radar technology that integrates the advantages of traditional radar—such as long-range detection and all-weather functionality—with the high resolution typically associated with lidar systems. Zendar's radar solutions enable self-driving cars to operate safely in adverse weather conditions, providing high-resolution imaging that enhances situational awareness and overall safety for autonomous driving.
Brella
Series A in 2021
Brella is a networking platform for events, conferences and livestreams that helps professionals discover and connect with high-value contacts. The platform relies on a matchmaking algorithm, often AI-powered, to guide attendees to relevant people, opportunities, and conversations at the right time and place. Based in Jyväskylä, Finland, Brella aims to simplify networking and enable attendees to build meaningful business relationships during live events, conferences, and streams, facilitating face-to-face interactions and timely connections.
Mythical Games
Series B in 2021
Mythical Games Inc. is a game technology studio founded in 2018 and based in Sherman Oaks, California, with an additional office in Seattle, Washington. The company develops blockchain-based games and aims to create a new generation of gaming experiences by enabling true ownership of digital assets, verifiable scarcity, and integrated secondary markets. Its flagship title, Blankos, is a casual multiplayer game where players can buy, trade, and sell their unique designs. Mythical Games also provides tools for content creators and brands, allowing them to customize and own game assets. By fostering a decentralized gaming ecosystem, the company brings players, developers, and content creators together, promoting personalized experiences and driving consumer adoption of distributed ledger technology through innovative gaming products.
Ayraa
Seed Round in 2021
Headquartered in Silicon Valley with planned operations in Mumbai & Pune, India, Ayraa AI aims to simplify and modernize workplace security, compliance, facilities, and operations.
Synthesis
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2020 by Josh Dahn, Synthesis is an online educational platform headquartered in San Mateo, California. It offers enrichment programs for students aged 8 to 14, focusing on collaborative thinking games and game-based curricula to cultivate strategic thinking, teamwork, communication skills, and decision-making abilities.
Future Family
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2016, Future Family offers subscription-based fertility care plans. These plans cover all healthcare costs, including personal fertility planning, clinic matching, dedicated nurse concierge services, digital health platforms, and procedures like IVF and egg freezing.
Prima
Seed Round in 2021
Prima is a science-driven wellness brand focused on whole body health, offering a range of plant-based skincare, body care, and supplements that incorporate organic hemp CBD and functional botanicals. The company's mission is to address stress and other health issues at their source using clinically validated ingredients. Prima is committed to sustainability and transparency, as evidenced by its certifications as a Climate Neutral and Plastic Neutral company, in addition to being a certified B Corp. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Prima operates as a privately held Public Benefit Corporation, emphasizing the integration of science and nature in its products while promoting education and social impact in the wellness sector.
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