Whatnot Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide array of products, with a focus on authenticated Funkos and collectibles. The company's platform facilitates live shopping experiences, combining community engagement with entertainment to create a unique shopping environment. It verifies every product sold to ensure authenticity, fostering trust among collectors and enthusiasts who use the platform to safely buy, sell, and connect with one another.
Bounce, Inc., operating as Get Bounce, offers a luggage storage platform that allows users to securely store their belongings at local businesses, such as cafes and shops, while they explore the city. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company provides both hourly and daily storage options, partnering with local establishments to designate specific areas for secure luggage storage. Bounce caters primarily to travelers and tourists, facilitating convenience and peace of mind during their urban excursions.
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.
PASCAL is a diamond brand that offers handcrafted gemstone jewelry with ethically made and graded lab-grown diamonds.
ADDI
Venture Round in 2024
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Fleek
Venture Round in 2023
Fleek operates a business-to-business wholesale marketplace focused on second-hand fashion, catering primarily to vintage stores and online resellers. The platform connects these buyers with a global network of suppliers, including used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centers. Fleek provides a private buying experience that allows users to browse and inspect products before making a purchase. Buyers can search for items by product category, price, and location, and they have the opportunity to communicate directly with wholesalers to inquire about specific products. This streamlined approach facilitates the efficient sourcing of unique vintage fashion items for retailers and resellers.
Airmart
Venture Round in 2023
Airmart offers a social commerce platform that allows merchants to easily establish online shops and sell products through various social channels, including groups, communities, and social media. The platform provides essential tools for managing products and inventory, processing orders and payments, fulfilling and shipping orders, and acquiring new customers. Additionally, it enables retailers to source products from wholesalers, utilize analytics for business insights, and access financing options. By facilitating the creation and promotion of online stores within social networks, Airmart empowers merchants to enhance their sales and streamline their operations.
Myles Comfort Foods
Seed Round in 2023
8 Myles is a premium comfort food brand that specializes in frozen meals, particularly macaroni and cheese. The company focuses on delivering high-quality, clean convenience to meet the demands of modern consumers. Its product line features frozen macaroni and cheese made with whole grain elbow pasta, a cheese sauce, and a breadcrumb crust, allowing consumers to enjoy comforting meals made from natural ingredients. By elevating the frozen food landscape, 8 Myles aims to provide a satisfying dining experience without compromising on quality.
Flavrs is a San Francisco-based shoppable video platform that merges premium food content with commerce, catering to food enthusiasts. Founded in 2020, the platform offers a variety of recipes, ranging from seafood to Thai cuisine, and features video tutorials created in collaboration with renowned chefs and food creators. Users can engage with these tutorials to learn how to reproduce the showcased meals at home. Flavrs enhances the cooking experience by providing a seamless shopping component, allowing users to purchase the necessary ingredients directly through a custom integration with Instacart. This innovative approach enables foodies to discover, replicate, and enjoy a diverse array of culinary creations.
Whatnot Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide array of products, with a focus on authenticated Funkos and collectibles. The company's platform facilitates live shopping experiences, combining community engagement with entertainment to create a unique shopping environment. It verifies every product sold to ensure authenticity, fostering trust among collectors and enthusiasts who use the platform to safely buy, sell, and connect with one another.
Mayvenn, Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2012, that empowers hair stylists by providing them with tools to sell hair extensions directly to clients. By eliminating the need for upfront costs and inventory management, Mayvenn allows stylists to focus on their craft while seamlessly integrating retail into their services. The company aims to transform the salon retail experience and has established a growing network of over 50,000 stylists and hundreds of thousands of customers across the United States. With a mission to enhance how individuals purchase hair extensions, Mayvenn has invested millions back into salons nationwide, fostering a movement that prioritizes both stylist empowerment and customer satisfaction.
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.
Inventa is a wholesale marketplace that connects suppliers and retailers in search of new business opportunities. It aims to make the lives of millions of Latin American entrepreneurs easier by connecting fantastic brands to small and medium-sized retailers and facilitating the entire purchasing, selection, and discovery of new products, credit, logistics, and service processes.
Bounce, Inc., operating as Get Bounce, offers a luggage storage platform that allows users to securely store their belongings at local businesses, such as cafes and shops, while they explore the city. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, the company provides both hourly and daily storage options, partnering with local establishments to designate specific areas for secure luggage storage. Bounce caters primarily to travelers and tourists, facilitating convenience and peace of mind during their urban excursions.
Fudo is a company dedicated to advancing the digital transformation of the gastronomic industry in Latin America by providing user-friendly technological tools. It develops a web-based management system that supports restaurants, bars, and cafes in efficiently managing their operations. This platform facilitates order processing through online sales channels and enables businesses to track sales, expenses, and inventory. Fudo's mission is to improve service quality for thousands of gastronomic establishments, while also fostering an enthusiastic and inclusive team that is committed to continuous learning and growth.
Canal is engaged in building a curated network of brands that are ready to unlock novel revenue streams wherein it reaches consumers at the point of purchase intent while shopping instead of post-purchase.
Fleek operates a business-to-business wholesale marketplace focused on second-hand fashion, catering primarily to vintage stores and online resellers. The platform connects these buyers with a global network of suppliers, including used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centers. Fleek provides a private buying experience that allows users to browse and inspect products before making a purchase. Buyers can search for items by product category, price, and location, and they have the opportunity to communicate directly with wholesalers to inquire about specific products. This streamlined approach facilitates the efficient sourcing of unique vintage fashion items for retailers and resellers.
Vesta Corporation is a provider of electronic payment solutions, specializing in client-branded services that enhance payment processing for merchants. The company offers a range of merchant solutions, including vSafe for Small to Midsize Businesses, which focuses on payment and fraud protection for smaller digital goods merchants, and vSafe for Enterprise, designed for comprehensive payments management and enterprise-level fraud prevention. Additionally, Vesta provides vGuaranteed, a payment solution tailored for online retailers, and DelayPay, a retail installment program that allows prepaid wireless customers to pay for services in installments. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Vesta operates globally, with centers in the United States, Ireland, China, and an office in Singapore. The company serves diverse industries, including e-commerce, telecommunications, and financial services, processing hundreds of millions of secure payments across various channels while prioritizing data security and fraud loss elimination.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Alluxio, Inc. is a provider of a memory-centric distributed storage system that facilitates unified data access across various applications and underlying storage systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, the company emerged from an open-source project developed at UC Berkeley's AMPLab. Alluxio's platform enhances data orchestration, enabling analytics and machine learning operations in cloud environments by relocating data closer to compute resources. This architecture supports memory-speed access to files and objects, benefiting sectors such as financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Intel to further advance its technology and offerings.
All Day Kitchens
Series C in 2021
All Day Kitchens develops delivery-optimized kitchens that support restaurants in adapting to the digital, delivery, and pick-up landscape. By leveraging data, the company identifies and secures prime locations for cloud kitchens, allowing restaurants to expand their reach without significant upfront costs. Their platform facilitates the establishment of technical networks that enhance food delivery operations, enabling restaurants to thrive in a competitive market.
Whatnot Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide array of products, with a focus on authenticated Funkos and collectibles. The company's platform facilitates live shopping experiences, combining community engagement with entertainment to create a unique shopping environment. It verifies every product sold to ensure authenticity, fostering trust among collectors and enthusiasts who use the platform to safely buy, sell, and connect with one another.
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 is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
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.
Airmart
Venture Round in 2021
Airmart offers a social commerce platform that allows merchants to easily establish online shops and sell products through various social channels, including groups, communities, and social media. The platform provides essential tools for managing products and inventory, processing orders and payments, fulfilling and shipping orders, and acquiring new customers. Additionally, it enables retailers to source products from wholesalers, utilize analytics for business insights, and access financing options. By facilitating the creation and promotion of online stores within social networks, Airmart empowers merchants to enhance their sales and streamline their operations.
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 is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
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.
Whatnot Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide array of products, with a focus on authenticated Funkos and collectibles. The company's platform facilitates live shopping experiences, combining community engagement with entertainment to create a unique shopping environment. It verifies every product sold to ensure authenticity, fostering trust among collectors and enthusiasts who use the platform to safely buy, sell, and connect with one another.
Whatnot Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, operates an online marketplace for buying, selling, and discovering a wide array of products, with a focus on authenticated Funkos and collectibles. The company's platform facilitates live shopping experiences, combining community engagement with entertainment to create a unique shopping environment. It verifies every product sold to ensure authenticity, fostering trust among collectors and enthusiasts who use the platform to safely buy, sell, and connect with one another.
Instacart
Venture Round in 2021
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.
Canal is engaged in building a curated network of brands that are ready to unlock novel revenue streams wherein it reaches consumers at the point of purchase intent while shopping instead of post-purchase.
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 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.
All Day Kitchens
Series B in 2020
All Day Kitchens develops delivery-optimized kitchens that support restaurants in adapting to the digital, delivery, and pick-up landscape. By leveraging data, the company identifies and secures prime locations for cloud kitchens, allowing restaurants to expand their reach without significant upfront costs. Their platform facilitates the establishment of technical networks that enhance food delivery operations, enabling restaurants to thrive in a competitive market.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Alluxio, Inc. is a provider of a memory-centric distributed storage system that facilitates unified data access across various applications and underlying storage systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, the company emerged from an open-source project developed at UC Berkeley's AMPLab. Alluxio's platform enhances data orchestration, enabling analytics and machine learning operations in cloud environments by relocating data closer to compute resources. This architecture supports memory-speed access to files and objects, benefiting sectors such as financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Intel to further advance its technology and offerings.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
All Day Kitchens
Series A in 2019
All Day Kitchens develops delivery-optimized kitchens that support restaurants in adapting to the digital, delivery, and pick-up landscape. By leveraging data, the company identifies and secures prime locations for cloud kitchens, allowing restaurants to expand their reach without significant upfront costs. Their platform facilitates the establishment of technical networks that enhance food delivery operations, enabling restaurants to thrive in a competitive market.
Alluxio, Inc. is a provider of a memory-centric distributed storage system that facilitates unified data access across various applications and underlying storage systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, the company emerged from an open-source project developed at UC Berkeley's AMPLab. Alluxio's platform enhances data orchestration, enabling analytics and machine learning operations in cloud environments by relocating data closer to compute resources. This architecture supports memory-speed access to files and objects, benefiting sectors such as financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Intel to further advance its technology and offerings.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Addi is a technology company specializing in credit and banking solutions, particularly through its point-of-sale lending application. This platform enables consumers to apply for credit at the moment of purchase in partner retail stores, facilitating interest-free installment payments. By offering a buy now, pay later option, Addi aims to enhance digital commerce and provide borrowers with quick and affordable financing for their shopping needs.
Instacart
Series E in 2018
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Instacart
Series D in 2017
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Percolata
Venture Round in 2016
Percolata is a Palo Alto-based startup that provides an integrated hardware and software solution designed to assist retailers in predicting in-store customer traffic. Utilizing video, audio, and mobile fingerprinting technologies, the platform employs artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast sales and foot traffic hourly at each location. This capability enables retailers to optimize staffing levels, ensuring that employees are available when customers require assistance, while also reducing the costs associated with over- and understaffing. Percolata's innovative approach has the potential to enhance sales performance by up to 30%, making it a valuable tool for retail operations and marketing strategies. The company has garnered support from prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, Foundation Capital, and Google Ventures.
Walker and Company Brands
Series B in 2015
Walker & Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products specifically designed for people of color, focusing on both men and women. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections tailored for coarse and curly hair. With a commitment to consumer-centricity, Walker & Company aims to reinvent the experience of learning about, purchasing, and enjoying health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that meet the unique needs of its community, the company strives to provide excellent customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.
Mayvenn, Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2012, that empowers hair stylists by providing them with tools to sell hair extensions directly to clients. By eliminating the need for upfront costs and inventory management, Mayvenn allows stylists to focus on their craft while seamlessly integrating retail into their services. The company aims to transform the salon retail experience and has established a growing network of over 50,000 stylists and hundreds of thousands of customers across the United States. With a mission to enhance how individuals purchase hair extensions, Mayvenn has invested millions back into salons nationwide, fostering a movement that prioritizes both stylist empowerment and customer satisfaction.
Samsara, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. It combines hardware, software, and AI to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and insights to operations across various industries. Samsara's offerings include plug-and-play sensors and wireless connectivity, all integrated with cloud-hosted software. With tens of thousands of customers globally, the company serves diverse sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, and public sector, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their operations.
Alluxio, Inc. is a provider of a memory-centric distributed storage system that facilitates unified data access across various applications and underlying storage systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, the company emerged from an open-source project developed at UC Berkeley's AMPLab. Alluxio's platform enhances data orchestration, enabling analytics and machine learning operations in cloud environments by relocating data closer to compute resources. This architecture supports memory-speed access to files and objects, benefiting sectors such as financial services, retail, and telecommunications. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Intel to further advance its technology and offerings.
Instacart
Series C in 2015
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.
Percolata
Seed Round in 2015
Percolata is a Palo Alto-based startup that provides an integrated hardware and software solution designed to assist retailers in predicting in-store customer traffic. Utilizing video, audio, and mobile fingerprinting technologies, the platform employs artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast sales and foot traffic hourly at each location. This capability enables retailers to optimize staffing levels, ensuring that employees are available when customers require assistance, while also reducing the costs associated with over- and understaffing. Percolata's innovative approach has the potential to enhance sales performance by up to 30%, making it a valuable tool for retail operations and marketing strategies. The company has garnered support from prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, Foundation Capital, and Google Ventures.
Enjoy Technology
Series A in 2014
Enjoy Technology, Inc. is a retail company that specializes in delivering entertainment products and electronics directly to customers through an innovative on-demand mobile store model. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in New York, Enjoy offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, speakers, home theaters, and gaming devices. The company's platform allows for real-time order matching with product experts, streamlining logistics to enhance the shopping experience. Despite its unique approach to retailing, 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 & Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products specifically designed for people of color, focusing on both men and women. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections tailored for coarse and curly hair. With a commitment to consumer-centricity, Walker & Company aims to reinvent the experience of learning about, purchasing, and enjoying health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that meet the unique needs of its community, the company strives to provide excellent customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.
Instacart
Series B in 2014
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.
Little Borrowed Dress
Seed Round in 2014
Little Borrowed Dress is a wedding boutique that offers bridesmaid dresses for sale or rent. They offer planning a casino-themed wedding that can be celebrated as nuptials.
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 & Company Brands is a manufacturer of health and beauty products specifically designed for people of color, focusing on both men and women. The company offers a range of products, including shaving kits and hair care collections tailored for coarse and curly hair. With a commitment to consumer-centricity, Walker & Company aims to reinvent the experience of learning about, purchasing, and enjoying health and beauty products. By developing and testing products that meet the unique needs of its community, the company strives to provide excellent customer service and a straightforward shopping experience.
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.
Hatch Loyalty
Series B in 2013
Hatch Loyalty Inc. is a provider of a loyalty and rewards platform aimed at small and medium-sized businesses, enabling them to create customized loyalty programs and execute effective marketing campaigns. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hatch offers a suite of tools, including HatchHQ, HatchIQ, and HatchHUB, designed to enhance customer engagement and foster meaningful relationships. The platform also features the industry-leading solution, Belly, which provides off-the-shelf marketing capabilities for businesses. Hatch Loyalty focuses on making customer insights actionable, allowing retailers to tailor experiences and drive loyalty through data-driven decision-making. Previously known as Belly Inc., the company rebranded in September 2017 and operates as a subsidiary of Stuzo Inc.
Percolata
Convertible Note in 2013
Percolata is a Palo Alto-based startup that provides an integrated hardware and software solution designed to assist retailers in predicting in-store customer traffic. Utilizing video, audio, and mobile fingerprinting technologies, the platform employs artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast sales and foot traffic hourly at each location. This capability enables retailers to optimize staffing levels, ensuring that employees are available when customers require assistance, while also reducing the costs associated with over- and understaffing. Percolata's innovative approach has the potential to enhance sales performance by up to 30%, making it a valuable tool for retail operations and marketing strategies. The company has garnered support from prominent investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, Foundation Capital, and Google Ventures.
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.
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.
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.
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, Inc. is a leading global e-commerce company specializing in licensed sports merchandise, including fan gear and jerseys. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a multi-channel retail platform that serves professional sports leagues, media brands, and collegiate teams. Fanatics designs, manufactures, and distributes its products across various channels, including online, mobile, and physical stores, catering to the evolving needs of sports fans in a mobile-first, on-demand culture. The company has additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, and aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing a wide range of products that meet the real-time expectations of customers.
Hatch Loyalty
Series B in 2012
Hatch Loyalty Inc. is a provider of a loyalty and rewards platform aimed at small and medium-sized businesses, enabling them to create customized loyalty programs and execute effective marketing campaigns. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hatch offers a suite of tools, including HatchHQ, HatchIQ, and HatchHUB, designed to enhance customer engagement and foster meaningful relationships. The platform also features the industry-leading solution, Belly, which provides off-the-shelf marketing capabilities for businesses. Hatch Loyalty focuses on making customer insights actionable, allowing retailers to tailor experiences and drive loyalty through data-driven decision-making. Previously known as Belly Inc., the company rebranded in September 2017 and operates as a subsidiary of Stuzo Inc.
Shoptiques
Seed Round in 2012
Shoptiques, Inc. is an online retail platform that connects consumers with handpicked boutiques from around the world, offering a curated selection of unique and fashionable clothing and accessories. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company features a diverse inventory that includes dresses, tops, bottoms, outerwear, swimwear, shoes, bags, and various accessories such as jewelry and hats. Shoptiques aims to simplify the shopping experience by allowing customers to discover their favorite local boutiques and explore new styles all in one place. The platform ships products to customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Australia, thereby supporting small boutiques in gaining visibility and recognition in the global marketplace.
Priceonomics
Seed Round in 2012
Priceonomics Inc. is a company that specializes in providing price guides for a wide range of used products, facilitating informed buying and selling decisions. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Priceonomics offers price estimates for various categories, including appliances, automotive, electronics, furniture, and sporting goods. By analyzing historical transaction data from online marketplaces, the company generates reliable estimates that help users determine fair prices for items they wish to buy or sell. Priceonomics aims to expand its offerings to include additional categories, such as computers and baby products, ensuring that users can navigate the second-hand market with confidence and avoid overpaying or getting ripped off.
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.
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.
Groupon, Inc. operates as an online local commerce marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounts on a wide array of goods and services both in North America and internationally. The company features deals across various categories, including events, health and wellness, food, home goods, automotive services, and travel packages, among others. Groupon enables consumers to access and redeem these offers through its website, mobile applications, emails, and advertising channels. It serves as an intermediary, facilitating transactions between consumers and merchants, earning revenue through commissions on sales and digital coupon redemptions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chicago, Groupon offers a diverse marketplace aimed at enhancing consumer experiences while assisting local businesses in reaching their target audience.