Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz LLC, founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of company development, from seed and early-stage to growth and late-stage ventures. It primarily targets the technology sector, with a strong emphasis on software, cloud computing, and Internet infrastructure. The firm also explores opportunities in consumer and business Internet applications, mobile software, and data storage, as well as at the intersection of computer science and life sciences, particularly in areas like digital therapeutics and computational medicine. Andreessen Horowitz is known for its significant financial backing, with investments typically ranging from $50,000 to $50 million. The firm has established multiple funds, including early-stage funds that focus on a variety of sectors, while explicitly avoiding investments in clean energy, transportation, and certain life sciences domains.

Seema Amble

Partner

Matt Bornstein

Partner

Katherine Boyle

General Partner

Connie Chan

General Partner

Frank Chen

Partner

Benedict Evans

Partner

Ben Horowitz

General Partner

Alex Immerman

Partner

Jeffrey Jordan

General Partner

Amy Kalokerinos

Partner

Scott Kupor

Managing Partner

Peter Lauten

Partner

Jeffrey Low

Partner

Chris Lyons

General Partner

Daren Matsuoka

Partner

Kim Milosevich

Marketing Partner

Justine Moore

Partner

Olivia Moore

Partner

John O'Farrell

General Partner

Vijay Pande Ph.D

Managing Partner

Jewel Pi

Partner

Alex Rampell

General Partner

Kristina Shen

General Partner

Sumeet Singh

Partner

Anne Lee Skates

Partner

Angela Strange

General Partner

Jeff Stump

Operating Partner

Satish Talluri

Partner

David Ulevitch

General Partner

Ted Ullyot

Partner of Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Gabriel Vasquez

Partner

Sarah Wang

General Partner

Guy Wuollet

Partner

Julie Yoo

General Partner

Past deals in Banks

NG.Cash

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of a digital wallet designed to bring financial education through access to digital money. The company's application provides several advantages which include a free account, virtual card, and physical card that is customizable with instant transfers, enabling customers to build their financial independence.

Cross River

Series D in 2022
Cross River Bank, based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, offers a range of personal and corporate banking products and services across the United States. These include checking and savings accounts, as well as direct lending options such as commercial real estate loans for various property types in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut metro areas. The bank combines traditional banking practices with innovative technology, partnering with fintech companies to create integrated solutions for marketplace lending and payment processing. Cross River emphasizes regulatory compliance and consumer protection, providing secure banking platforms and services that encompass lending, payments, and risk management. Founded in 2008, Cross River operates as a subsidiary of CRB Group, Inc.

Payrails

Seed Round in 2022
Payrails enables high-growth companies to craft their payment experiences and financial services globally. Our ledger-based operating system Payrails OS allows enterprises to build, operate, and scale payment acceptance and embed financial services without the need for a costly and complex in-house infrastructure. We are joined in our mission by top-tier investors Andreessen Horowitz and HV Capital to enable us to solve the growing complexity of payments. Payrail was founded in 2021 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Addi

Series C in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Archblock

Venture Round in 2021
Archblock, formerly known as TrustToken, Inc., operates a platform for creating asset-backed tokens that facilitate global buying and selling. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aims to provide a seamless way to tokenize various assets, enabling the conversion of physical assets like gold into digital tokens. Its flagship product, TrueUSD, is a stablecoin that can be redeemed on a 1-for-1 basis for US dollars. Archblock employs a team with diverse backgrounds from prestigious institutions and companies, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and major financial and tech firms. The platform is designed to align incentives among participants while ensuring compliance with fiduciary standards and creating a transparent audit trail of asset management.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Current

Series D in 2021
Current is a leading U.S. challenger bank built to meet the needs of people with unique lives who have been overlooked by the traditional banking industry. Our proprietary Current Core technology allows us to provide premium banking services for everyone, regardless of age or income, and improve the financial outcomes of our members without overdraft fees, minimum balance requirements, or hidden fees. We give members up to two days faster direct deposit paychecks, free overdrafts up to $100 with Overdrive™ , points on purchases redeemable for cash back, access to 55,000 free ATMs worldwide as well as 24/7 member support 365 days a year.

Plaid

Series D in 2021
Plaid Inc. is a technology platform that enables users to connect their bank accounts to various applications, aiming to democratize financial services through innovative solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, Plaid provides a suite of APIs that allow developers to create financial products that connect consumers with traditional financial institutions. Its offerings include tools for accessing transaction history, authenticating bank accounts, verifying identities, and checking real-time account balances and income. These products are utilized across various sectors, including personal finance, consumer payments, lending, banking, and brokerage. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, from startups to Fortune 50 companies, facilitating the development of modern financial services and applications.

Anchorage

Series C in 2021
Anchorage is the first crypto-native Qualified Custodian for institutional investors, offering a comprehensive platform complete with trading, staking, and governance. Co-founded by security engineers from Square and Docker, Anchorage has raised $57 million in funding from such leading investors as Visa and Andreessen Horowitz, and counts as clients many of crypto’s largest and best-known funds, including Blockchain Capital, BlockTower, Polychain, and Paradigm. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

SeedFi

Series A in 2021
SeedFi is building a new generation of financial products for the 100MM Americans living paycheck to paycheck. Their customers include the most vulnerable members of society and their products have a tangible impact on their financial health, providing lower-cost access to capital and the opportunity to build credit and start saving. They were founded in early 2019 by a team of fintech (and tech!) veterans. Having spent the past 10+ years lending to lower-income consumers who need better options, they’re highly attuned to the challenges people face getting access to financial services that leave them in a better place. They aim to change that. SeedFi has offices in San Francisco and New York.

Addi

Series B in 2020
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Anchorage

Series B in 2019
Anchorage is the first crypto-native Qualified Custodian for institutional investors, offering a comprehensive platform complete with trading, staking, and governance. Co-founded by security engineers from Square and Docker, Anchorage has raised $57 million in funding from such leading investors as Visa and Andreessen Horowitz, and counts as clients many of crypto’s largest and best-known funds, including Blockchain Capital, BlockTower, Polychain, and Paradigm. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Addi

Series A in 2019
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Synapse

Series B in 2019
SynapseFI is a banking platform that enables companies to provide financial products to their customers for a fraction of the cost of traditional banks. The company provides payment, deposit, lending. and investment products as APIs to FinTech companies who build and launch their financial innovations on top of their banking infrastructure. They help fintech companies work together to develop the technology. Founded in 2014, SynapseFI is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Wise

Secondary Market in 2019
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

SeedFi

Seed Round in 2019
SeedFi is building a new generation of financial products for the 100MM Americans living paycheck to paycheck. Their customers include the most vulnerable members of society and their products have a tangible impact on their financial health, providing lower-cost access to capital and the opportunity to build credit and start saving. They were founded in early 2019 by a team of fintech (and tech!) veterans. Having spent the past 10+ years lending to lower-income consumers who need better options, they’re highly attuned to the challenges people face getting access to financial services that leave them in a better place. They aim to change that. SeedFi has offices in San Francisco and New York.

Branch International

Series C in 2019
Branch International Inc. is a digital lending company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mumbai, Nairobi, Mexico City, and Lagos. The company leverages smartphone data to assess creditworthiness, allowing consumers in emerging markets to access personal loans through its Android application. By utilizing data science, Branch aims to reduce the cost of financial services and provide fair access to banking options, particularly for the growing middle class. The platform offers a quick approval process for loans, enabling users to build credit irrespective of their banking history and navigate the barriers posed by traditional financial institutions. Branch is committed to driving meaningful growth in rapidly evolving markets and has raised over $100 million in funding from notable investors in Silicon Valley.

Anchorage

Series A in 2019
Anchorage is the first crypto-native Qualified Custodian for institutional investors, offering a comprehensive platform complete with trading, staking, and governance. Co-founded by security engineers from Square and Docker, Anchorage has raised $57 million in funding from such leading investors as Visa and Andreessen Horowitz, and counts as clients many of crypto’s largest and best-known funds, including Blockchain Capital, BlockTower, Polychain, and Paradigm. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Plaid

Series C in 2018
Plaid Inc. is a technology platform that enables users to connect their bank accounts to various applications, aiming to democratize financial services through innovative solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, Plaid provides a suite of APIs that allow developers to create financial products that connect consumers with traditional financial institutions. Its offerings include tools for accessing transaction history, authenticating bank accounts, verifying identities, and checking real-time account balances and income. These products are utilized across various sectors, including personal finance, consumer payments, lending, banking, and brokerage. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, from startups to Fortune 50 companies, facilitating the development of modern financial services and applications.

Cross River

Series B in 2018
Cross River Bank, based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, offers a range of personal and corporate banking products and services across the United States. These include checking and savings accounts, as well as direct lending options such as commercial real estate loans for various property types in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut metro areas. The bank combines traditional banking practices with innovative technology, partnering with fintech companies to create integrated solutions for marketplace lending and payment processing. Cross River emphasizes regulatory compliance and consumer protection, providing secure banking platforms and services that encompass lending, payments, and risk management. Founded in 2008, Cross River operates as a subsidiary of CRB Group, Inc.

Addi

Seed Round in 2018
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Cuenca

Seed Round in 2018
Cuenca is a FinTech company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing digital financial services. Established in 2016, Cuenca operates a mobile-based application that facilitates various banking functions, including bill payments for utilities such as mobile, electricity, and water. In addition to bill payment services, the platform offers online banking features that enable users to securely deposit and withdraw funds, access savings accounts with competitive interest rates, and obtain loans tailored to their financial needs. This comprehensive digital approach allows users to manage their finances conveniently and efficiently.

Branch International

Series B in 2018
Branch International Inc. is a digital lending company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mumbai, Nairobi, Mexico City, and Lagos. The company leverages smartphone data to assess creditworthiness, allowing consumers in emerging markets to access personal loans through its Android application. By utilizing data science, Branch aims to reduce the cost of financial services and provide fair access to banking options, particularly for the growing middle class. The platform offers a quick approval process for loans, enabling users to build credit irrespective of their banking history and navigate the barriers posed by traditional financial institutions. Branch is committed to driving meaningful growth in rapidly evolving markets and has raised over $100 million in funding from notable investors in Silicon Valley.

Wise

Series E in 2017
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

Cross River

Series A in 2016
Cross River Bank, based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, offers a range of personal and corporate banking products and services across the United States. These include checking and savings accounts, as well as direct lending options such as commercial real estate loans for various property types in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut metro areas. The bank combines traditional banking practices with innovative technology, partnering with fintech companies to create integrated solutions for marketplace lending and payment processing. Cross River emphasizes regulatory compliance and consumer protection, providing secure banking platforms and services that encompass lending, payments, and risk management. Founded in 2008, Cross River operates as a subsidiary of CRB Group, Inc.

Wise

Series D in 2016
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

Affirm

Series D in 2016
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers installment loans to consumers at the point of sale, allowing them to make purchases from online merchants and pay for them in fixed monthly installments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to provide transparent financial products that empower consumers and enhance their buying experience. Customers can select Affirm as a payment method at checkout, complete a real-time application, and choose a payment plan that aligns with their budget. The service stands out by offering upfront pricing with no hidden fees or compounding interest, unlike traditional credit options. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and electronics, to provide consumers with a flexible alternative to credit cards. Loans are facilitated through a partnership with Cross River Bank, ensuring a reliable financing option for users.

Branch International

Series A in 2016
Branch International Inc. is a digital lending company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mumbai, Nairobi, Mexico City, and Lagos. The company leverages smartphone data to assess creditworthiness, allowing consumers in emerging markets to access personal loans through its Android application. By utilizing data science, Branch aims to reduce the cost of financial services and provide fair access to banking options, particularly for the growing middle class. The platform offers a quick approval process for loans, enabling users to build credit irrespective of their banking history and navigate the barriers posed by traditional financial institutions. Branch is committed to driving meaningful growth in rapidly evolving markets and has raised over $100 million in funding from notable investors in Silicon Valley.

Branch International

Series A in 2015
Branch International Inc. is a digital lending company founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mumbai, Nairobi, Mexico City, and Lagos. The company leverages smartphone data to assess creditworthiness, allowing consumers in emerging markets to access personal loans through its Android application. By utilizing data science, Branch aims to reduce the cost of financial services and provide fair access to banking options, particularly for the growing middle class. The platform offers a quick approval process for loans, enabling users to build credit irrespective of their banking history and navigate the barriers posed by traditional financial institutions. Branch is committed to driving meaningful growth in rapidly evolving markets and has raised over $100 million in funding from notable investors in Silicon Valley.

Affirm

Series B in 2015
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers installment loans to consumers at the point of sale, allowing them to make purchases from online merchants and pay for them in fixed monthly installments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to provide transparent financial products that empower consumers and enhance their buying experience. Customers can select Affirm as a payment method at checkout, complete a real-time application, and choose a payment plan that aligns with their budget. The service stands out by offering upfront pricing with no hidden fees or compounding interest, unlike traditional credit options. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and electronics, to provide consumers with a flexible alternative to credit cards. Loans are facilitated through a partnership with Cross River Bank, ensuring a reliable financing option for users.

Earnest

Series A in 2015
Earnest Operations LLC is a financial services company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in student loan refinancing, private student loans, and personal loans. Founded in 2013, the company aims to simplify the loan process for responsible borrowers by utilizing advanced technology that evaluates more than just credit scores, incorporating factors such as education, savings habits, and career paths. Earnest offers a range of private student loans, including options for undergraduate, graduate, medical, and law school, as well as personal loans for purposes like credit card consolidation, home improvement, and weddings. Since its inception, Earnest has expanded significantly, distributing nearly $2 billion in student loans by 2017. In that year, it was acquired by Navient Corporation, which maintains Earnest as a distinct brand while providing operational support. The company serves clients in 45 states and the District of Columbia, providing an online platform for loan management and customer service.

Wise

Series C in 2015
Wise is a company that specializes in international money transfer services, facilitating easy and low-cost transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in London, Wise offers a core money transfer product and a borderless account designed for expats, freelancers, and travelers, which currently holds over £2 billion in deposits. The company also provides a mobile application that allows users to track their transfers and initiate new transactions conveniently. With additional offices in Tallinn and New York, Wise aims to simplify the process of sending money abroad swiftly and affordably.

Dwolla

Series D in 2014
Dwolla, Inc. is a fintech company that specializes in developing application programming interface (API) solutions for electronic payments and bank transfers. Founded in 2010 and based in Des Moines, Iowa, Dwolla provides a platform that allows businesses of all sizes to collect, facilitate, and send payments efficiently. Its Access API enables users to link bank accounts and initiate transfers seamlessly, while the Dwolla Dashboard offers tools for managing customer information, viewing transactions, and analyzing business trends. Additionally, Dwolla Labs, a subsidiary associated with Veridian Credit Union, provides users with a low-fee method to access, move, and earn money through a pooled account system. This infrastructure simplifies the complex processes of accessing payment networks and navigating regulatory requirements for its clients across various industries.

Earnest

Seed Round in 2014
Earnest Operations LLC is a financial services company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in student loan refinancing, private student loans, and personal loans. Founded in 2013, the company aims to simplify the loan process for responsible borrowers by utilizing advanced technology that evaluates more than just credit scores, incorporating factors such as education, savings habits, and career paths. Earnest offers a range of private student loans, including options for undergraduate, graduate, medical, and law school, as well as personal loans for purposes like credit card consolidation, home improvement, and weddings. Since its inception, Earnest has expanded significantly, distributing nearly $2 billion in student loans by 2017. In that year, it was acquired by Navient Corporation, which maintains Earnest as a distinct brand while providing operational support. The company serves clients in 45 states and the District of Columbia, providing an online platform for loan management and customer service.

Dwolla

Series C in 2013
Dwolla, Inc. is a fintech company that specializes in developing application programming interface (API) solutions for electronic payments and bank transfers. Founded in 2010 and based in Des Moines, Iowa, Dwolla provides a platform that allows businesses of all sizes to collect, facilitate, and send payments efficiently. Its Access API enables users to link bank accounts and initiate transfers seamlessly, while the Dwolla Dashboard offers tools for managing customer information, viewing transactions, and analyzing business trends. Additionally, Dwolla Labs, a subsidiary associated with Veridian Credit Union, provides users with a low-fee method to access, move, and earn money through a pooled account system. This infrastructure simplifies the complex processes of accessing payment networks and navigating regulatory requirements for its clients across various industries.

Ripple

Angel Round in 2013
Ripple Labs, Inc. operates a global payments network that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate instant and low-cost international transactions. The company has developed RippleNet, a decentralized platform that connects banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and corporations for seamless global money transfers. Ripple's product offerings include XRP, a digital asset designed for payments; xCurrent, which supports cross-border payment services for banks; xRapid, aimed at payment providers and financial institutions to manage liquidity costs; and xVia, a solution that allows corporates and financial institutions to send payments across networks using a standardized interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ripple has expanded its presence with additional offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Sydney, and Mumbai, among others. The company's solutions not only improve transaction efficiency but also help reduce foreign exchange exposure and counter-party risk for enterprises.

Puddle

Seed Round in 2013
Puddle operates as a credit creation application that offers credit on-the-fly services. It allows people to pool money, set the interest rate, and anyone can borrow when they need it. The company is based in San Francisco, California.

Blend

Seed Round in 2012
Blend Labs, Inc. specializes in developing software solutions for mortgage and consumer lending. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that enhance the customer journey, including personalized consumer experiences, flexible application intake, and automated data verification. Its platform facilitates the collection of necessary documentation and streamlines the closing process, ensuring efficient integration with customer relationship management systems and loan origination systems. By serving banks, credit unions, and mortgage bankers, Blend enables financial institutions to improve customer acquisition and deepen relationships, processing over $3.5 billion in loans daily. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, Blend's digital lending platform is utilized by major financial institutions such as Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, helping millions of consumers access home financing and other essential banking products.

Boku

Series D in 2012
Boku, Inc. specializes in mobile billing and payment solutions, facilitating online payments for consumers through their mobile devices. The company supports mobile payment acceptance via carrier billing and mobile wallets, catering to both mobile network operators and merchants. Boku also offers mobile identity and authentication solutions, utilizing real-time connections to mobile operator networks to enhance security and user experience. Its identity verification service, Boku Identity, integrates with the Boku Platform to reduce identity fraud, improve compliance, and streamline customer onboarding across various industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, Boku operates globally, with a presence in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Boku

Venture Round in 2010
Boku, Inc. specializes in mobile billing and payment solutions, facilitating online payments for consumers through their mobile devices. The company supports mobile payment acceptance via carrier billing and mobile wallets, catering to both mobile network operators and merchants. Boku also offers mobile identity and authentication solutions, utilizing real-time connections to mobile operator networks to enhance security and user experience. Its identity verification service, Boku Identity, integrates with the Boku Platform to reduce identity fraud, improve compliance, and streamline customer onboarding across various industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, Boku operates globally, with a presence in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.