Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz and based in Menlo Park, California. It funds startups across the entire lifecycle, from seed to growth, with a broad focus on software and technology-enabled businesses. The firm backs companies in software, cloud infrastructure, digital platforms, data storage, and mobile and Internet services, as well as sectors at the intersection of technology with life sciences, such as bio healthcare and computational medicine. Its investments span artificial intelligence, fintech, consumer and enterprise software, crypto and blockchain, cybersecurity, and related infrastructure. Through strategic guidance and a hands-on approach, the firm aims to help portfolio companies scale and innovate.

Leila Abu-Sharr

Partner, Market Development

Anish Acharya

General Partner

Vineeta Agarwala

General Partner

Eric Alby

Partner

Ryan Allen

Partner

Past deals in E-commerce

Whatnot

Series E in 2025
Whatnot operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of products, with a focus on collectibles like Funko Pops. The platform combines community engagement with entertainment, offering live shopping experiences and product verification.

Haz

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Haz is an AI-driven social commerce software that facilitates connections among friends based on personal possessions. The platform is designed to track and unlock the resale value of items users own, utilizing artificial intelligence to automatically digitize these possessions from the point of purchase. This innovative approach allows users to receive offers for items they have not actively listed for sale, enabling them to monetize unwanted goods. In doing so, Haz creates a unique environment for users to engage with friends and like-minded individuals, promoting a new avenue for social interaction through the exchange of goods.

Pulpos

Seed Round in 2024
Pulpos objective is to provide the greatest product available on the market, complete with an interface that enables retailers to open a store from the cloud in a matter of minutes and with the support they need.

Addi

Venture Round in 2024
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Fleek

Venture Round in 2023
Fleek is a B2B wholesale marketplace for second-hand and vintage fashion that connects retailers and online resellers with a global network of suppliers, including used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centers. The platform enables buyers to search by product category, price, and location, view and inspect items before purchase, and ask questions directly to wholesalers, facilitating private buying experiences and streamlined sourcing of vintage goods.

Airmart

Venture Round in 2023
Airmart is a company that offers a social commerce platform designed to assist merchants in establishing online shops and selling products through social groups, communities, and social media channels. The platform enables merchants to efficiently manage their products and inventory, process orders and payments, fulfill and ship orders, and acquire new customers. Additionally, Airmart provides tools for sourcing products from wholesalers, leveraging analytics, and accessing financing options. By simplifying the e-commerce process, Airmart empowers retailers to effectively plan deliveries and manage their sales operations, making it easier for them to engage with customers in a digital marketplace.

Stripe

Series I in 2023
Stripe develops APIs and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments securely. It supports various international debit/credit cards, serving e-commerce platforms, SaaS companies, marketplaces, and non-profits globally.

Shef

Series B in 2023
Shef operates a marketplace for homemade meals, connecting local cooks with customers seeking authentic, home-cooked dishes. Founded in 2019, Shef enables cooks to earn income from home while promoting cultural inclusivity and affordable meal options.

Grouping

Series B in 2022
Grouping is an online group buying platform that aims to break down industry barriers through innovative solutions. The company provides a diverse range of products, including fashion items, home decor, and handmade crafts. Its platform features a free shipping and return policy, enhancing the shopping experience for users. Additionally, Grouping offers a unique opportunity for users to earn money by participating in group purchases, allowing individuals to enjoy greater savings while fostering a sense of community. By focusing on user engagement and satisfaction, Grouping seeks to empower individuals to enhance their lifestyles and make informed purchasing decisions.

Whatnot

Series D in 2022
Whatnot operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of products, with a focus on collectibles like Funko Pops. The platform combines community engagement with entertainment, offering live shopping experiences and product verification.

Mayvenn

Series C in 2022
Founded in 2013, Mayvenn empowers hair stylists by providing tools to sell hair extensions directly to clients without the need for upfront costs or inventory. With a nationwide network of over 50,000 stylists and hundreds of thousands of customers, Mayvenn has transformed salon retail.

SpotOn

Series F in 2022
SpotOn is a technology company founded in 2017 by Doron Friedman, Matt Hyman, and Zach Hyman, headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing innovative software and payment solutions tailored for small and midsize businesses. SpotOn offers a comprehensive, cloud-based platform that includes tools for payments, point-of-sale systems, marketing, website development, online ordering, appointments, eCommerce, digital loyalty, and review management. By integrating these services, SpotOn aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement for its clients. The company's mission is to empower businesses by delivering high-quality solutions at fair prices, supported by personalized local service.

Co:Create

Seed Round in 2022
Co:Create operates a curated platform that connects tattoo collectors with artists, offering access, white-glove service, and priority booking for purchases made directly from partnered artists. The platform supports detailed scheduling, discussions on customization and placement, and aftercare, enabling customers to request custom work or choose from pre-drawn designs created by top tattoo artists.

Fleek

Seed Round in 2022
Fleek is a B2B wholesale marketplace for second-hand and vintage fashion that connects retailers and online resellers with a global network of suppliers, including used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centers. The platform enables buyers to search by product category, price, and location, view and inspect items before purchase, and ask questions directly to wholesalers, facilitating private buying experiences and streamlined sourcing of vintage goods.

Addi

Series C in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Setter

Seed Round in 2021
Setter is a smart contract wallet that invites mainstream users into the fold and bridges the gap between web2-to-web3 commerce with ease.

Whatnot

Series C in 2021
Whatnot operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of products, with a focus on collectibles like Funko Pops. The platform combines community engagement with entertainment, offering live shopping experiences and product verification.

SpotOn

Series E in 2021
SpotOn is a technology company founded in 2017 by Doron Friedman, Matt Hyman, and Zach Hyman, headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing innovative software and payment solutions tailored for small and midsize businesses. SpotOn offers a comprehensive, cloud-based platform that includes tools for payments, point-of-sale systems, marketing, website development, online ordering, appointments, eCommerce, digital loyalty, and review management. By integrating these services, SpotOn aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement for its clients. The company's mission is to empower businesses by delivering high-quality solutions at fair prices, supported by personalized local service.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Cider

Series B in 2021
Cider is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce platform focusing on overseas markets. Its innovative approach to building community, reducing inventory waste, and shipping anywhere has made it a new favorite for a generation of digitally native consumers. By integrating a pre-order option and educating the customer on the possibility of a zero-inventory future, Cider’s retail model is actively reducing the waste that often accompanies accessible fashion — without having to sacrifice affordability. It was founded in 2020 and is based in Hong Kong.

Queenly

Seed Round in 2021
Queenly is an online marketplace and search engine specializing in the formalwear industry, catering to a diverse community of dress enthusiasts. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, Queenly has quickly established itself as a leader in the market, boasting the largest inventory of formal dresses in the United States, surpassing traditional retailers like Macy’s, Rent the Runway, and Nordstrom. The platform addresses the needs of underserved segments such as prom, pageant, quinceañera, and wedding dress markets, offering a solution for high-priced, low-usage inventory. Queenly's features include a custom search function and flexible purchasing options, allowing users to buy and sell dresses at negotiable prices, thus enhancing accessibility and convenience for both buyers and sellers.

OpenSea

Series B in 2021
OpenSea is a blockchain-based peer-to-peer marketplace for crypto assets and digital collectibles, enabling users to buy and sell non-fungible tokens, gaming items, software licenses, and other virtual goods through smart contracts. The platform supports a wide range of NFT assets backed by blockchain, providing a secure, decentralized environment for trading and transacting in the open Web3 ecosystem.

Rappi

Series F in 2021
Rappi is a consumer technology company that operates an on-demand delivery platform in Latin America. The platform connects consumers with local merchants and independent couriers to order and deliver items ranging from prepared foods and groceries to clothing, pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other goods. Through its logistics capabilities, Rappi enables users to shop for a wide array of products and have them delivered to any location, often within hours, leveraging its network of independent contractors to fulfill orders across multiple categories.

Pietra

Series A in 2021
Pietra is an integrated digital commerce platform that helps independent brand owners manage product lifecycles—from design and sourcing to manufacturing, logistics, and online selling. The solution connects designers and customers for custom pieces and provides a centralized system for brand management, access to a network of vetted production facilities, specialized logistics for order processing and shipping, and tools for content creation and distribution to support launching and scaling products on a global e-commerce network.

Airmart

Venture Round in 2021
Airmart is a company that offers a social commerce platform designed to assist merchants in establishing online shops and selling products through social groups, communities, and social media channels. The platform enables merchants to efficiently manage their products and inventory, process orders and payments, fulfill and ship orders, and acquire new customers. Additionally, Airmart provides tools for sourcing products from wholesalers, leveraging analytics, and accessing financing options. By simplifying the e-commerce process, Airmart empowers retailers to effectively plan deliveries and manage their sales operations, making it easier for them to engage with customers in a digital marketplace.

Cider

Series A in 2021
Cider is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce platform focusing on overseas markets. Its innovative approach to building community, reducing inventory waste, and shipping anywhere has made it a new favorite for a generation of digitally native consumers. By integrating a pre-order option and educating the customer on the possibility of a zero-inventory future, Cider’s retail model is actively reducing the waste that often accompanies accessible fashion — without having to sacrifice affordability. It was founded in 2020 and is based in Hong Kong.

Shef

Series A in 2021
Shef operates a marketplace for homemade meals, connecting local cooks with customers seeking authentic, home-cooked dishes. Founded in 2019, Shef enables cooks to earn income from home while promoting cultural inclusivity and affordable meal options.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Whatnot

Series B in 2021
Whatnot operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of products, with a focus on collectibles like Funko Pops. The platform combines community engagement with entertainment, offering live shopping experiences and product verification.

SpotOn

Series D in 2021
SpotOn is a technology company founded in 2017 by Doron Friedman, Matt Hyman, and Zach Hyman, headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing innovative software and payment solutions tailored for small and midsize businesses. SpotOn offers a comprehensive, cloud-based platform that includes tools for payments, point-of-sale systems, marketing, website development, online ordering, appointments, eCommerce, digital loyalty, and review management. By integrating these services, SpotOn aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement for its clients. The company's mission is to empower businesses by delivering high-quality solutions at fair prices, supported by personalized local service.

Beacons

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2019, Beacons is a platform that enables creators to build mobile-friendly websites with extensive customization options. It supports various monetization methods such as donations, e-commerce, and affiliate marketing, serving hundreds of thousands of creators across social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter.

Whatnot

Series A in 2021
Whatnot operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of products, with a focus on collectibles like Funko Pops. The platform combines community engagement with entertainment, offering live shopping experiences and product verification.

Instacart

Venture Round in 2021
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.

D2CMALL.COM

Series D in 2020
D2CMALL.COM is an e-commerce platform for fashion and beauty products. It combines trendy fashion, cutting-edge art, and personalized design, and it collects the most plentiful, novel, and high-quality women's clothing. Menswear, shoes, bags, and fashion accessories are all available. The official website offers private customized brands in addition to the limited pre-sale of designer products. The D2C designer integration store is now open throughout the country.

Cider

Angel Round in 2020
Cider is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce platform focusing on overseas markets. Its innovative approach to building community, reducing inventory waste, and shipping anywhere has made it a new favorite for a generation of digitally native consumers. By integrating a pre-order option and educating the customer on the possibility of a zero-inventory future, Cider’s retail model is actively reducing the waste that often accompanies accessible fashion — without having to sacrifice affordability. It was founded in 2020 and is based in Hong Kong.

Addi

Series B in 2020
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Stripe

Series G in 2020
Stripe develops APIs and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments securely. It supports various international debit/credit cards, serving e-commerce platforms, SaaS companies, marketplaces, and non-profits globally.

OfferUp

Venture Round in 2020
OfferUp operates an online platform facilitating local buying and selling of various items. Users can post items for sale within their networks, browse listings, and communicate with buyers/sellers directly through the app. The platform covers a wide range of product categories, from electronics to vehicles.

Loft

Series C in 2020
Loft is a Brazilian real estate technology company that operates a transactional marketplace and online property platform. Founded in 2018 and based in São Paulo, Loft provides an end-to-end digital workflow to manage home buying and selling, facilitating transactions for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs. The platform combines proprietary transaction data with a searchable property database and integrated services to streamline search, valuation, and deal execution, bringing the Brazilian homebuying experience into the e-commerce era. It offers access to residential and commercial properties, with user feedback and ratings supporting transparent transactions. Loft aims to simplify real estate deals through digital tools and data-driven processes, reducing friction in buying and selling properties across the Brazilian market.

Stripe

Series G in 2019
Stripe develops APIs and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments securely. It supports various international debit/credit cards, serving e-commerce platforms, SaaS companies, marketplaces, and non-profits globally.

Hipcamp

Series B in 2019
Founded in 2013, Hipcamp is a platform that connects users with private land owners for camping and outdoor recreation. It offers a marketplace where people can discover, book, and list campsites on both private and public lands, creating new revenue streams for landowners while promoting conservation efforts.

Addi

Series A in 2019
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Loft

Series B in 2019
Loft is a Brazilian real estate technology company that operates a transactional marketplace and online property platform. Founded in 2018 and based in São Paulo, Loft provides an end-to-end digital workflow to manage home buying and selling, facilitating transactions for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs. The platform combines proprietary transaction data with a searchable property database and integrated services to streamline search, valuation, and deal execution, bringing the Brazilian homebuying experience into the e-commerce era. It offers access to residential and commercial properties, with user feedback and ratings supporting transparent transactions. Loft aims to simplify real estate deals through digital tools and data-driven processes, reducing friction in buying and selling properties across the Brazilian market.

Pietra

Seed Round in 2019
Pietra is an integrated digital commerce platform that helps independent brand owners manage product lifecycles—from design and sourcing to manufacturing, logistics, and online selling. The solution connects designers and customers for custom pieces and provides a centralized system for brand management, access to a network of vetted production facilities, specialized logistics for order processing and shipping, and tools for content creation and distribution to support launching and scaling products on a global e-commerce network.

Stripe

Series E in 2018
Stripe develops APIs and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments securely. It supports various international debit/credit cards, serving e-commerce platforms, SaaS companies, marketplaces, and non-profits globally.

Addi

Seed Round in 2018
Addi is a technology company that provides consumer credit and point-of-sale financing solutions. Its application enables customers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase at partner retailers and to pay for purchases in interest-free installments, supporting affordable financing for shopping needs and expanding digital commerce.

Rappi

Series D in 2018
Rappi is a consumer technology company that operates an on-demand delivery platform in Latin America. The platform connects consumers with local merchants and independent couriers to order and deliver items ranging from prepared foods and groceries to clothing, pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other goods. Through its logistics capabilities, Rappi enables users to shop for a wide array of products and have them delivered to any location, often within hours, leveraging its network of independent contractors to fulfill orders across multiple categories.

Openbay

Series A in 2018
Openbay is a marketplace and software provider for the automotive care industry. It operates an online platform that helps vehicle owners find, compare quotes for, book, and pay for automotive repair and maintenance services from a network of car dealerships, national chains, independent shops, and mobile mechanics. The company also offers SaaS software that enables providers to manage listings, respond to quotes, and process bookings. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Openbay serves to create a transparent, convenient experience for customers and service providers.

Instacart

Series E in 2018
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.

Rappi

Series C in 2018
Rappi is a consumer technology company that operates an on-demand delivery platform in Latin America. The platform connects consumers with local merchants and independent couriers to order and deliver items ranging from prepared foods and groceries to clothing, pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other goods. Through its logistics capabilities, Rappi enables users to shop for a wide array of products and have them delivered to any location, often within hours, leveraging its network of independent contractors to fulfill orders across multiple categories.

Loft

Series A in 2018
Loft is a Brazilian real estate technology company that operates a transactional marketplace and online property platform. Founded in 2018 and based in São Paulo, Loft provides an end-to-end digital workflow to manage home buying and selling, facilitating transactions for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs. The platform combines proprietary transaction data with a searchable property database and integrated services to streamline search, valuation, and deal execution, bringing the Brazilian homebuying experience into the e-commerce era. It offers access to residential and commercial properties, with user feedback and ratings supporting transparent transactions. Loft aims to simplify real estate deals through digital tools and data-driven processes, reducing friction in buying and selling properties across the Brazilian market.

Gobble

Series B in 2017
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010, the company provides chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, combining the convenience of takeout with the quality and freshness of home-cooked food. Gobble emphasizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, enabling customers to create nutritious and flavorful dishes easily. Its offerings cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including global cuisines, low-calorie options, vegetarian recipes, and kid-friendly meals. In addition to dinner, Gobble also provides meal options for breakfast, lunch, sides, and desserts. The company has expanded its operations across 47 states and maintains offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, with a mission to help families spend less time in the kitchen and more time together at the table.

Instacart

Series D in 2017
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.

Rappi

Series B in 2016
Rappi is a consumer technology company that operates an on-demand delivery platform in Latin America. The platform connects consumers with local merchants and independent couriers to order and deliver items ranging from prepared foods and groceries to clothing, pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other goods. Through its logistics capabilities, Rappi enables users to shop for a wide array of products and have them delivered to any location, often within hours, leveraging its network of independent contractors to fulfill orders across multiple categories.

OpenBazaar

Venture Round in 2016
OpenBazaar is a new way to trade online. By running a program on your computer, you can connect directly to other users in the OpenBazaar network and trade with them. This network isn't controlled by a company, it's a decentralized network that isn't run by any organization at all. This means there are no mandatory fees to pay, and that your trade is censorship-resistant. OpenBazaar uses Bitcoin, a digital currency that is also cheap to use, decentralized, and censorship-resistant. This project is open source, which means the code is publicly available, can be reviewed, and anyone can join the project and suggest changes.

OfferUp

Series C in 2016
OfferUp operates an online platform facilitating local buying and selling of various items. Users can post items for sale within their networks, browse listings, and communicate with buyers/sellers directly through the app. The platform covers a wide range of product categories, from electronics to vehicles.

Affirm

Series D in 2016
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Wholeshare

Seed Round in 2015
Wholeshare is an online marketplace that specializes in sustainable and organic food, enabling consumers across the United States to access these products at wholesale prices through group purchasing. Recognized for its innovative approach, Wholeshare seeks to address the limited availability of natural food supermarkets like Whole Foods, which serve only a small portion of the population. By allowing members to shop collectively, Wholeshare connects them with natural food distributors and local food hubs, effectively solving distribution challenges and providing access to a diverse range of products. The company recently expanded its offerings to include 25,000 products nationally through a partnership with a leading natural food distributor, experiencing significant sales growth as a result. This model not only enhances purchasing power but also meets the rising demand for sustainable food, estimated to exceed $100 billion annually.

Gobble

Series A in 2015
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010, the company provides chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, combining the convenience of takeout with the quality and freshness of home-cooked food. Gobble emphasizes the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, enabling customers to create nutritious and flavorful dishes easily. Its offerings cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including global cuisines, low-calorie options, vegetarian recipes, and kid-friendly meals. In addition to dinner, Gobble also provides meal options for breakfast, lunch, sides, and desserts. The company has expanded its operations across 47 states and maintains offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, with a mission to help families spend less time in the kitchen and more time together at the table.

Walker and Company Brands

Series B in 2015
Walker and Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products tailored for both men and women, with a focus on serving the needs of people of color. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections specifically designed for coarse and curly hair. Committed to consumer-centricity, Walker and Company aims to reinvent how its community learns about, purchases, and enjoys health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that address the unique needs of its customers, the company emphasizes exceptional customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.

Mayvenn

Series A in 2015
Founded in 2013, Mayvenn empowers hair stylists by providing tools to sell hair extensions directly to clients without the need for upfront costs or inventory. With a nationwide network of over 50,000 stylists and hundreds of thousands of customers, Mayvenn has transformed salon retail.

OpenBazaar

Seed Round in 2015
OpenBazaar is a new way to trade online. By running a program on your computer, you can connect directly to other users in the OpenBazaar network and trade with them. This network isn't controlled by a company, it's a decentralized network that isn't run by any organization at all. This means there are no mandatory fees to pay, and that your trade is censorship-resistant. OpenBazaar uses Bitcoin, a digital currency that is also cheap to use, decentralized, and censorship-resistant. This project is open source, which means the code is publicly available, can be reviewed, and anyone can join the project and suggest changes.

Affirm

Series B in 2015
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

OfferUp

Series C in 2015
OfferUp operates an online platform facilitating local buying and selling of various items. Users can post items for sale within their networks, browse listings, and communicate with buyers/sellers directly through the app. The platform covers a wide range of product categories, from electronics to vehicles.

Instacart

Series C in 2015
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.

Teespring

Series B in 2014
Teespring, now known as Spring, offers a comprehensive platform for creators to design and sell both physical and digital products. The company provides tools and services that enable users to develop products that resonate with their audiences, facilitating the monetization of content. Spring supports creators by integrating with popular social media platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, Discord, and Streamlabs, allowing them to market their products directly to their followers. In addition to design assistance, Spring manages order production, shipping, and customer service, allowing creators to concentrate on building their brands and expanding their businesses. For organizations and clubs placing bulk orders, Spring also offers competitive pricing and design support.

Enjoy Technology

Series A in 2014
Enjoy Technology, Inc. is a retail company that specializes in the sale of entertainment products, including smartphones, speakers, home theaters, tablets, computers, cameras, drones, and gaming devices. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in New York City, Enjoy Technology utilizes a technology-driven platform to transform the shopping experience by delivering products directly to customers' homes. The company operates on-demand mobile stores, allowing customers to receive personalized service and products tailored to their needs. Despite its innovative approach to retail, Enjoy Technology has faced significant challenges and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

BloomNation

Series A in 2014
BloomNation operates as an online marketplace for floral arrangements, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California. It connects consumers with local florists and artisans, allowing them to discover and send flowers or gifts online. Florists can create profiles on BloomNation's platform, upload their designs, manage inventory and customers, utilize email marketing tools, and build a website for their business.

Walker and Company Brands

Series A in 2014
Walker and Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products tailored for both men and women, with a focus on serving the needs of people of color. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections specifically designed for coarse and curly hair. Committed to consumer-centricity, Walker and Company aims to reinvent how its community learns about, purchases, and enjoys health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that address the unique needs of its customers, the company emphasizes exceptional customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.

Instacart

Series B in 2014
Instacart operates a grocery delivery platform in the United States and Canada, partnering with local and national grocers to offer a broad catalog of items for home delivery. Customers can mix items from multiple stores in a single order, and orders are picked and delivered by shoppers who are typically independent contractors. The platform supports fast delivery, including options in as little as an hour. Instacart earns revenue from service fees based on order value and by selling advertising to consumer-packaged goods brands. The service catalogs about 500,000 items and attracts about 8 million monthly active users, supported by roughly 600,000 shoppers.

Optimizely

Series B in 2014
Optimizely operates a website optimization platform that enables organizations worldwide to conduct A/B testing, multivariate testing, and personalization. Its platform facilitates data-driven decisions through experiments, available in multiple languages. Serving diverse industries like agencies, e-commerce, enterprises, and small businesses, Optimizely was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco with offices globally.

Caviar

Series A in 2014
Caviar is an online food delivery service that allows consumers and businesses to conveniently order meals from local restaurants while providing live tracking of their orders. The platform features a user-friendly interface with a picture menu, enabling customers to browse and select their favorite dishes with ease. Caviar delivers orders within an hour and offers restaurants a seamless delivery solution, eliminating the need for them to invest in infrastructure or handle logistical challenges. This service not only enhances the dining experience for consumers by facilitating access to quality local eateries but also supports restaurants by expanding their reach without incurring operational costs.

Julep

Series C in 2014
Julep Beauty, Inc. is an ecommerce beauty products company based in Seattle, Washington, that offers a wide range of beauty items, including makeup, skincare, and nail care products. Known for its innovative approach, Julep leverages crowdsourced feedback from social media platforms to inform product development, allowing it to create over 300 new products annually. The company operates an online subscription community, Mavens, which enables rapid product launches and subsequent distribution through its website and retail partners such as Sephora, QVC, and Nordstrom. In addition to its ecommerce operations, Julep also runs boutique nail salons in Bellevue and Seattle. Originally established as Julep Nail Parlor Company in 2006, it rebranded to Julep Beauty, Inc. and has since become a subsidiary of Glansaol.

OfferUp

Series B in 2014
OfferUp operates an online platform facilitating local buying and selling of various items. Users can post items for sale within their networks, browse listings, and communicate with buyers/sellers directly through the app. The platform covers a wide range of product categories, from electronics to vehicles.

Union Station

Seed Round in 2014
Union Station is an online marketplace specializing in apparel for weddings, primarily focusing on bridesmaids' dresses. Founded in 2013 by Corie Hardee, the company offers a diverse selection of dresses in 18 colors, allowing brides to select the perfect palette for their wedding party. To ensure satisfaction, brides are encouraged to inform Union Station of their chosen colors at least three months before the event. Customers can browse the website to order up to three free fabric swatches, which are delivered to their homes for color matching. In addition to bridesmaids' dresses, Union Station also features a range of wedding accessories, including ties, pocket squares, and silk knots, making it a comprehensive online wedding boutique. The platform aims to provide affordable options for wedding apparel, enhancing the planning experience for couples.

Teespring

Series A in 2014
Teespring, now known as Spring, offers a comprehensive platform for creators to design and sell both physical and digital products. The company provides tools and services that enable users to develop products that resonate with their audiences, facilitating the monetization of content. Spring supports creators by integrating with popular social media platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, Discord, and Streamlabs, allowing them to market their products directly to their followers. In addition to design assistance, Spring manages order production, shipping, and customer service, allowing creators to concentrate on building their brands and expanding their businesses. For organizations and clubs placing bulk orders, Spring also offers competitive pricing and design support.

Twice

Series B in 2014
Twice operates as an online marketplace specializing in secondhand clothing, functioning similarly to a physical resale store. Sellers send their clothing to Twice, which covers shipping costs and provides immediate cash offers for the items. The platform features a curated selection of clothing, with items evaluated and professionally photographed by expert buyers. For consumers, Twice offers significant savings, with prices typically ranging from 70% to 90% off retail. Orders exceeding a specified amount qualify for free shipping, while a modest fee applies to smaller purchases. The company also accommodates flexible returns within a 30-day period, enhancing the shopping experience for buyers.

Walker and Company Brands

Seed Round in 2013
Walker and Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products tailored for both men and women, with a focus on serving the needs of people of color. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections specifically designed for coarse and curly hair. Committed to consumer-centricity, Walker and Company aims to reinvent how its community learns about, purchases, and enjoys health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that address the unique needs of its customers, the company emphasizes exceptional customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.

Pixlee TurnTo

Seed Round in 2013
Pixlee TurnTo is a marketing software company that focuses on enhancing brand promotion through the voice of customers. Formed from the merger of Pixlee and TurnTo in early 2021, the company offers a platform that integrates user-generated content (UGC), influencer marketing, and text-based customer content such as ratings and reviews. This approach allows marketers and e-commerce executives to create authentic customer-driven marketing strategies without necessitating additional technical resources. By placing customers at the core of marketing efforts, Pixlee TurnTo aims to boost revenue, brand loyalty, and consumer engagement. The company is headquartered in San Francisco and has additional offices in New York and Toronto.

Openbay

Seed Round in 2013
Openbay is a marketplace and software provider for the automotive care industry. It operates an online platform that helps vehicle owners find, compare quotes for, book, and pay for automotive repair and maintenance services from a network of car dealerships, national chains, independent shops, and mobile mechanics. The company also offers SaaS software that enables providers to manage listings, respond to quotes, and process bookings. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Openbay serves to create a transparent, convenient experience for customers and service providers.

BloomNation

Seed Round in 2013
BloomNation operates as an online marketplace for floral arrangements, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California. It connects consumers with local florists and artisans, allowing them to discover and send flowers or gifts online. Florists can create profiles on BloomNation's platform, upload their designs, manage inventory and customers, utilize email marketing tools, and build a website for their business.

Vastrm

Seed Round in 2013
Vastrm, Inc., founded in 2010 and based in Burlingame, California, specializes in made-to-order sportswear for men. The company offers a range of customizable apparel, including hoodies, track jackets, mock neck pullovers, tailored polos, shirts, T-shirts, and other lightweight layering pieces. Vastrm caters to corporate clients and individual customers through its online store, providing products in various fabrics, colors, detailing, and sizes. The company also offers a home try-on program for clients and private-label services for retailers. Vastrm's platform allows customers to design their own apparel by selecting different trims and styles, ensuring a perfect fit for unique body types.

Fab

Series D in 2013
Fab, Inc. is an e-commerce company specializing in the sale of everyday design products. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, it offers a wide range of products including furniture, kitchen and dining ware, bed and bath items, art, jewelry, and personal accessories. Fab serves customers in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Since 2015, it has operated as a subsidiary of PCH International Ltd.

Julep

Series B in 2013
Julep Beauty, Inc. is an ecommerce beauty products company based in Seattle, Washington, that offers a wide range of beauty items, including makeup, skincare, and nail care products. Known for its innovative approach, Julep leverages crowdsourced feedback from social media platforms to inform product development, allowing it to create over 300 new products annually. The company operates an online subscription community, Mavens, which enables rapid product launches and subsequent distribution through its website and retail partners such as Sephora, QVC, and Nordstrom. In addition to its ecommerce operations, Julep also runs boutique nail salons in Bellevue and Seattle. Originally established as Julep Nail Parlor Company in 2006, it rebranded to Julep Beauty, Inc. and has since become a subsidiary of Glansaol.

Getable

Seed Round in 2013
Getable, Inc. is an online equipment rental service based in San Francisco, California, established in 2009. The company allows consumers to easily search, compare, and rent a variety of products, including electronics, appliances, fashion wear, furniture, event supplies, sports gear, tools, vehicles, and more. Getable acts as a rental concierge, facilitating access to equipment from trusted local suppliers, ensuring transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Customers can place orders through the company's mobile app, by phone, or via text, making the rental process convenient and efficient. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Getable partners only with reputable suppliers and is dedicated to resolving any issues that may arise during the rental experience. The company leverages its extensive industry knowledge to enhance the equipment rental process, focusing on user-friendly solutions that prioritizes customer needs.

Home Delivery Service (HDS Global)

Seed Round in 2013
HDS Global is a company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on transforming eCommerce through grocery and general merchandise delivery services. It utilizes advanced AI and robotics to power its automated fulfillment system, RoboFS, which allows for quick and touchless order processing. Customers benefit from a personalized shopping experience tailored to their dietary needs and preferences, ensuring they only see relevant products. The company offers a range of services, including made-to-order meats and prepared foods, free home delivery without subscription or service fees, and tri-temperature-controlled vans that ensure optimal delivery conditions for frozen items. HDS Global emphasizes customer satisfaction with retail-level service and convenient at-home returns, while also prioritizing sustainability by using delivery totes that minimize cardboard and plastic waste.

Caviar

Seed Round in 2013
Caviar is an online food delivery service that allows consumers and businesses to conveniently order meals from local restaurants while providing live tracking of their orders. The platform features a user-friendly interface with a picture menu, enabling customers to browse and select their favorite dishes with ease. Caviar delivers orders within an hour and offers restaurants a seamless delivery solution, eliminating the need for them to invest in infrastructure or handle logistical challenges. This service not only enhances the dining experience for consumers by facilitating access to quality local eateries but also supports restaurants by expanding their reach without incurring operational costs.

Tugboat Yards

Venture Round in 2012
Tugboat Yards is a company that develops tools designed to assist media publishers in expanding their reach, managing operations, monetizing content, and retaining their most valuable audiences. It operates an online platform that facilitates digital publishers in discovering and engaging with their fans while establishing diverse revenue streams. The platform allows publishers to create tailored offers, including personalized experiences, ongoing subscriptions, and both digital and physical goods. By providing these resources, Tugboat Yards aims to enhance the relationship between publishers and their supporters, ultimately fostering sustainable growth in the digital media landscape.

Zulily

Series D in 2012
Zulily, LLC is an online retailer based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in providing a diverse range of merchandise aimed primarily at mothers shopping for their families. Founded in 2009, Zulily offers a curated selection of products that includes apparel and accessories for men, women, and children, as well as children's toys, infant gear, home décor, kitchen accessories, and personal care items. The company operates on a flash sales model, featuring limited-time offers through its desktop and mobile platforms, allowing customers to discover new products at competitive prices. Zulily has expanded its reach internationally, serving customers in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom, and continues to attract millions of shoppers seeking unique finds for their homes and loved ones.

Magnet Beauty

Series B in 2012
Magnet Beauty is a developer of a digital sales engagement platform that connects consumers with licensed and brand-trained virtual beauty advisors. The company's software-as-a-service platform enables beauty brands to engage online visitors by providing instant, personalized beauty advice from a network of certified makeup artists, estheticians, and cosmetologists. This innovative approach enhances consumer engagement, boosts conversion rates, and fosters brand loyalty, ultimately driving revenue for beauty brands. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Magnet Beauty combines advanced technology with an emphasis on user experience, positioning itself as a leader in the beauty industry by leveraging digital tools to meet the evolving expectations of consumers. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a key player in the market by delivering solutions that enhance the online beauty shopping experience.

Fab

Series C in 2012
Fab, Inc. is an e-commerce company specializing in the sale of everyday design products. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, it offers a wide range of products including furniture, kitchen and dining ware, bed and bath items, art, jewelry, and personal accessories. Fab serves customers in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Since 2015, it has operated as a subsidiary of PCH International Ltd.

Fanatics

Venture Round in 2012
Fanatics is a global sports merchandise company that designs, produces, distributes and retails licensed sports apparel, jerseys and fan gear through online, mobile and physical stores. Founded in 1995 and based in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a multi-channel platform that serves professional leagues, teams, media brands, collegiate and professional properties, and retailers, delivering high-quality merchandise to fans with real-time availability across channels.

StyleSaint

Seed Round in 2012
StyleSaint, Inc. is a fashion media and technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling women's clothing. Established in 2011, StyleSaint offers a diverse range of apparel, including tops, lingerie, dresses, bottoms, and wedding clothing, with an emphasis on silk and lace essentials. The company adopts a direct-to-consumer model, which allows it to sell high-quality fashion items at affordable prices by eliminating traditional retail markups. Each piece is designed in-house and manufactured locally, prioritizing sustainability and ethical practices in its production processes. By focusing on timeless collections and reducing the carbon footprint of manufacturing, StyleSaint aims to revolutionize the fashion industry while promoting quality over quantity and producing garments meant to last.

Shoptiques

Seed Round in 2012
Shoptiques is an online platform that connects shoppers with unique fashion items from independent boutiques worldwide. It offers personalized shopping experiences, aggregating inventory from various boutiques, providing integrated order management, and streamlined shipping.

Dollar Shave Club

Seed Round in 2012
Dollar Shave Club is a lifestyle brand and e-commerce company that develops and sells grooming products for men. It uses an exclusive R&D process that includes botanicals and chemists to create its own products at affordable prices. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company offers razors, blades, shave butter, aftershave liquids, face washes, wipes, and gift cards, primarily through a subscription model that provides convenient access to products at reasonable prices.

Priceonomics

Seed Round in 2012
Priceonomics Inc. is a company that specializes in providing price guide services to facilitate the buying and selling of used products. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Priceonomics offers price estimates across a diverse array of categories, including appliances, electronics, furniture, vehicles, and sporting goods, among others. The company conducts research on past transactions to generate accurate price estimates, enabling users to make informed purchasing and selling decisions. Priceonomics aims to eliminate the uncertainty associated with valuing second-hand items, helping consumers to avoid over-paying or getting ripped off. Their services are particularly useful for transactions on platforms like Craigslist and eBay, and they continue to expand their offerings to cover more product categories, ensuring that users can confidently navigate the used goods market.

Fab

Series B in 2011
Fab, Inc. is an e-commerce company specializing in the sale of everyday design products. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, it offers a wide range of products including furniture, kitchen and dining ware, bed and bath items, art, jewelry, and personal accessories. Fab serves customers in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Since 2015, it has operated as a subsidiary of PCH International Ltd.

Wikets

Venture Round in 2011
Wikets, Inc. is a social commerce startup based in Lexington, Massachusetts, founded in 2008. The company has developed an iPhone application that facilitates browsing, shopping, and recommending products from various retailers. Users can follow friends' recommendations and build a shopping network, as well as initiate a "wiket" to curate a personalized social store. The application incentivizes user engagement by rewarding points for purchases and successful recommendations, which can later be redeemed for gift cards. Through its platform, Wikets aims to enhance the shopping experience by fostering connections and trust among users.

ShoeDazzle

Series C in 2011
ShoeDazzle is a fashion subscription service that offers a personalized online boutique experience, specializing in women's footwear and accessories. The company provides a VIP Elite Membership for a monthly fee, which allows members to earn "VIP Credits" that can be used to purchase exclusive and brand-name shoes, handbags, and more. Each month, ShoeDazzle showcases a new selection of products tailored to each client's individual style preferences through a customized online showroom. The service is designed to enhance the shopping experience by delivering personalized styling for footwear, making it easier for customers to find products that suit their tastes. Rachel Zoe serves as the Chief Stylist, contributing to the company's fashion-forward approach.

Magnet Beauty

Series A in 2011
Magnet Beauty is a developer of a digital sales engagement platform that connects consumers with licensed and brand-trained virtual beauty advisors. The company's software-as-a-service platform enables beauty brands to engage online visitors by providing instant, personalized beauty advice from a network of certified makeup artists, estheticians, and cosmetologists. This innovative approach enhances consumer engagement, boosts conversion rates, and fosters brand loyalty, ultimately driving revenue for beauty brands. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Magnet Beauty combines advanced technology with an emphasis on user experience, positioning itself as a leader in the beauty industry by leveraging digital tools to meet the evolving expectations of consumers. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a key player in the market by delivering solutions that enhance the online beauty shopping experience.
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