Avanta Ventures

Avanta Ventures, LLC is a corporate venture capital firm established in 2017 and based in Mountain View, California. As a division of California State Auto Group, it focuses on investing in startups within the insurance technology sector and adjacent markets, including mobility, customer experience, connected home, artificial intelligence, analytics, and blockchain. Avanta Ventures aims to provide not only financial support but also industry expertise and resources to help startups accelerate their growth and achieve product-market fit. The firm offers a structured program, Avanta Studios, which includes funding and a curriculum tailored to enhance B2B engagement and practical learning through interaction with both internal and external experts.

Stephen Bernardez

Partner

Chris Campana

Associate

Esther Eller

Principal, Head of Avanta Studios

David Li

Principal

Deepak Mishra

Senior Associate

Sanjiv Parikh

Managing Partner

Pooja Shah

Senior Associate

Pooja Shah

Senior Associate

28 past transactions

Companion Protect

Series A in 2024
Companion Protect, LLC is a pet health care insurance provider based in Topeka, Kansas, incorporated in 2015. The company offers comprehensive coverage plans that address a range of pet health issues, including injuries, illnesses, and wellness services. Specific protections include coverage for cancer treatments, respiratory issues, arthritis care, surgeries, and various emergency situations. Additionally, Companion Protect covers common accidents such as bites from other animals, insect stings, and injuries from swallowing foreign objects. Functioning as a business-to-business-to-consumer administrator, Companion Protect partners with well-known entities in the property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, and retail sectors to deliver its services. The company utilizes a technology platform designed to enhance the user experience for insurers and policyholders, facilitating access to valuable pet health products and services.

Exponential Markets

Seed Round in 2024
Exponential Markets is focused on creating innovative financial instruments aimed at enhancing hedging capabilities and risk management across various asset classes. The company's initial offering, the Exponential Used Vehicle Index, represents a novel tradable index for the automotive sector, enabling rental car companies, auto insurers, and lessors to mitigate risks associated with used vehicle prices. Additionally, Exponential Markets is developing a financial platform that seeks to establish a modern exchange for the evolving economy, featuring tradable and brokered financial products. The company plans to expand its offerings to include cash-settled index derivatives for new and underserved markets, while also exploring applications for smart market technologies.

Delos Insurance

Seed Round in 2023
Delos is a digital property insurance provider for homeowners in catastrophe areas. Insurance is difficult to find in high risk regions; few insurers write in these areas and the ones that do are expensive and slow. One main cause for this problem is low resolution catastrophe models, which have caused regular insurers to pull out of high risk areas. Our team has extensive experience in data science and aerospace engineering and is creating new, higher-resolution catastrophe models. We use these models to create a new home risk rating system. We will also use our models to innovate on product, actively managing our client's risk and helping them prepare for their likely perils.

Companion Protect

Series A in 2023
Companion Protect, LLC is a pet health care insurance provider based in Topeka, Kansas, incorporated in 2015. The company offers comprehensive coverage plans that address a range of pet health issues, including injuries, illnesses, and wellness services. Specific protections include coverage for cancer treatments, respiratory issues, arthritis care, surgeries, and various emergency situations. Additionally, Companion Protect covers common accidents such as bites from other animals, insect stings, and injuries from swallowing foreign objects. Functioning as a business-to-business-to-consumer administrator, Companion Protect partners with well-known entities in the property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, and retail sectors to deliver its services. The company utilizes a technology platform designed to enhance the user experience for insurers and policyholders, facilitating access to valuable pet health products and services.

Exponential Markets

Seed Round in 2023
Exponential Markets is focused on creating innovative financial instruments aimed at enhancing hedging capabilities and risk management across various asset classes. The company's initial offering, the Exponential Used Vehicle Index, represents a novel tradable index for the automotive sector, enabling rental car companies, auto insurers, and lessors to mitigate risks associated with used vehicle prices. Additionally, Exponential Markets is developing a financial platform that seeks to establish a modern exchange for the evolving economy, featuring tradable and brokered financial products. The company plans to expand its offerings to include cash-settled index derivatives for new and underserved markets, while also exploring applications for smart market technologies.

Overhaul

Venture Round in 2023
Overhaul is a company specializing in supply chain integrity solutions, providing a real-time visibility and management platform for the logistics industry. Its technology enables shippers to integrate various data sources into a cohesive system, offering a transparent overview of all active shipments. By utilizing a situational analysis engine, Overhaul transforms raw data into actionable insights that facilitate compliance and enhance cargo management. This platform allows freight and transportation companies to monitor shipments effectively, ensuring that cargo remains safe, undamaged, and arrives on time. With a focus on critical factors such as temperature control and handling requirements, Overhaul delivers a unified view of logistics operations, streamlining processes for improved efficiency.

Accuknox

Seed Round in 2023
AccuKnox specializes in cloud security solutions, focusing on a zero-trust approach to safeguard cloud-native organizations. Their platform is designed to protect various container workloads by establishing identity as a perimeter, which helps isolate and secure applications throughout the software development lifecycle. AccuKnox covers a wide range of environments, including public and private clouds, Kubernetes, virtual machines, bare metal, IoT Edge, and 5G security. By employing a differentiated DevSecOps methodology and leveraging an open-source framework, the company enables clients to effectively track and manage tainted data, networking, and system-level restrictions, thereby enhancing the overall security of applications, networks, and data.

Car IQ

Series B in 2023
Car IQ Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in a cloud-based vehicle management platform and payment gateway tailored for auto dealer groups, car sharing services, and autonomous drivers. Founded in 2016, the company has developed an automotive-grade payment solution that allows vehicles to initiate payments directly to merchants without the need for credit cards. By leveraging telematics and vehicle data, Car IQ's platform provides detailed insights into fleet operations, enabling clients to monitor transactions and prevent fraud effectively. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing technologies, consolidates all transactions into a single ledger, and facilitates management of spending, customer service, and inventory.

Joyn Insurance

Series A in 2023
Joyn Insurance operates as a Managing General Agency, focusing on underwriting commercial insurance for small and mid-sized markets in the United States. The company leverages digital technology, data analytics, and automation to enhance the insurance process. Its offerings encompass underwriting for various types of commercial insurance, including general liability, property, and excess coverage. Joyn Insurance serves a diverse range of sectors, such as real estate, wholesale, manufacturing, and retail, providing businesses with tools to effectively manage their risks.

Doorstead

Series B in 2023
Doorstead, Inc. is a property management company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in providing comprehensive property management services for rental property owners, which include property listings, marketing exposure on rental platforms, tenant screening, lease agreements, and maintenance services. Doorstead employs a unique, patent-pending pricing system that analyzes over 11 million rental price points to predict rental success, allowing it to offer an upfront rent guarantee to property owners. This guarantee ensures that owners receive a specified rent amount within a certain timeframe, even if the property remains unoccupied. By simplifying the rental process and ensuring reliable rent payments, Doorstead aims to provide peace of mind to landlords of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.

Airspace Link

Series B in 2022
Airspace Link, Inc. is a company that specializes in managing local airspace for drones through its enterprise software-as-a-service platform. Founded in 2018 and based in Plymouth, Michigan, the company offers a range of tools designed for various stakeholders. Its AirRegistry platform facilitates the approval of automated drone package deliveries, while AirInspect provides tools for inspecting and approving registered drone delivery sites. AirHub aids in the creation of a comprehensive drone delivery network by mapping flight corridors, no-fly zones, and delivery locations. Additionally, AirLink enables state and local governments to share their regulated airspace with drone delivery services. By digitizing local airspace, Airspace Link supports safe recreational and commercial drone operations, fostering innovation and empowerment among businesses and citizens.

Kin Insurance

Series D in 2022
Kin Insurance, Inc. is a digital insurance agency specializing in homeowners insurance and related products, including mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kin Insurance operates payment processing offices in Palatine and Chicago. By eliminating external agents, Kin Insurance offers a direct-to-consumer model that enhances the convenience and affordability of homeowners insurance. The company's technology platform provides a seamless user experience, personalized coverage options, and efficient claims processing. Kin leverages extensive property data to deliver precise pricing and improve underwriting outcomes.

Motorq

Series B in 2022
Motorq, LLC is a developer of a cloud-based interoperability software platform that facilitates access to connected vehicle data and analytics for enterprises such as fleets, insurance companies, and government agencies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company aims to enhance operational efficiency and expand service offerings for its clients. Motorq's platform utilizes machine learning to integrate and analyze data from various connected car systems, providing actionable insights that help vehicle manufacturers and fleet management companies optimize customer experiences and improve product offerings. By enabling collaboration between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and device makers, Motorq supports enterprises in adapting to the evolving landscape of mobility.

Delos Insurance

Seed Round in 2021
Delos is a digital property insurance provider for homeowners in catastrophe areas. Insurance is difficult to find in high risk regions; few insurers write in these areas and the ones that do are expensive and slow. One main cause for this problem is low resolution catastrophe models, which have caused regular insurers to pull out of high risk areas. Our team has extensive experience in data science and aerospace engineering and is creating new, higher-resolution catastrophe models. We use these models to create a new home risk rating system. We will also use our models to innovate on product, actively managing our client's risk and helping them prepare for their likely perils.

Blueprint Title

Series B in 2021
Blueprint Title provides a modern approach to title insurance and closing services, focusing on streamlining residential real estate transactions. The company coordinates the various aspects of these transactions while issuing title policies that protect buyers from unforeseen claims on properties. By offering efficient solutions for real estate investors and lenders, Blueprint Title aims to simplify the closing process and enhance the overall experience in real estate dealings.

InShare Services

Seed Round in 2021
InShare Services specializes in providing tailored risk management solutions for the Sharing Economy, particularly focusing on the final mile delivery sector. Founded by industry veterans with extensive experience in insurance and risk management, the company aims to address the unique challenges faced by operators in this space. InShare's platform enhances the claims experience, ensuring that vehicles are quickly returned to service while offering tools for risk management. Additionally, it recognizes and rewards operators with proven safety records, thereby supporting their success in the competitive final mile delivery market.

Car IQ

Series B in 2021
Car IQ Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in a cloud-based vehicle management platform and payment gateway tailored for auto dealer groups, car sharing services, and autonomous drivers. Founded in 2016, the company has developed an automotive-grade payment solution that allows vehicles to initiate payments directly to merchants without the need for credit cards. By leveraging telematics and vehicle data, Car IQ's platform provides detailed insights into fleet operations, enabling clients to monitor transactions and prevent fraud effectively. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing technologies, consolidates all transactions into a single ledger, and facilitates management of spending, customer service, and inventory.

Overhaul

Series B in 2021
Overhaul is a company specializing in supply chain integrity solutions, providing a real-time visibility and management platform for the logistics industry. Its technology enables shippers to integrate various data sources into a cohesive system, offering a transparent overview of all active shipments. By utilizing a situational analysis engine, Overhaul transforms raw data into actionable insights that facilitate compliance and enhance cargo management. This platform allows freight and transportation companies to monitor shipments effectively, ensuring that cargo remains safe, undamaged, and arrives on time. With a focus on critical factors such as temperature control and handling requirements, Overhaul delivers a unified view of logistics operations, streamlining processes for improved efficiency.

LoanSnap

Series B in 2021
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-based smart loan platform designed to analyze individual financial situations and deliver tailored loan options. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Costa Mesa, the company offers various products, including home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing options to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans for veterans that facilitate home purchases without down payments or private mortgage insurance. LoanSnap aims to help customers gain a clearer understanding of their finances and identify potential savings. The company operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. LoanSnap, Inc. was previously known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and functions as a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.

Cowbell

Series A in 2021
Cowbell Cyber, Inc. is a provider of cyber insurance tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2019 and based in Pleasanton, California, with additional offices in Omaha, Atlanta, and Plano, the company offers a platform that leverages artificial intelligence for continuous risk assessment and underwriting. Cowbell delivers standalone cyber coverage that adapts to the evolving threats facing businesses today. Its services include a comprehensive risk management approach that encompasses risk prevention, mitigation, incident preparedness, and response. By utilizing advanced machine-learning models and both inside-out and outside-in data, Cowbell helps organizations understand their insurable risks, gain insights into risk exposure, and enhance their overall insurability. The company serves various industries, including healthcare, technology, construction, finance, retail, and agriculture.

Motorq

Series A in 2020
Motorq, LLC is a developer of a cloud-based interoperability software platform that facilitates access to connected vehicle data and analytics for enterprises such as fleets, insurance companies, and government agencies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company aims to enhance operational efficiency and expand service offerings for its clients. Motorq's platform utilizes machine learning to integrate and analyze data from various connected car systems, providing actionable insights that help vehicle manufacturers and fleet management companies optimize customer experiences and improve product offerings. By enabling collaboration between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and device makers, Motorq supports enterprises in adapting to the evolving landscape of mobility.

Kin Insurance

Series B in 2020
Kin Insurance, Inc. is a digital insurance agency specializing in homeowners insurance and related products, including mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kin Insurance operates payment processing offices in Palatine and Chicago. By eliminating external agents, Kin Insurance offers a direct-to-consumer model that enhances the convenience and affordability of homeowners insurance. The company's technology platform provides a seamless user experience, personalized coverage options, and efficient claims processing. Kin leverages extensive property data to deliver precise pricing and improve underwriting outcomes.

LoanSnap

Series B in 2020
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-based smart loan platform designed to analyze individual financial situations and deliver tailored loan options. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Costa Mesa, the company offers various products, including home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing options to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans for veterans that facilitate home purchases without down payments or private mortgage insurance. LoanSnap aims to help customers gain a clearer understanding of their finances and identify potential savings. The company operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. LoanSnap, Inc. was previously known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and functions as a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.

ROOM8

Seed Round in 2019
ROOM8, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing a mobile application aimed at simplifying the process of finding roommates and apartments. The ROOM8 application connects users with potential roommates, landlords, and offers access to renters’ insurance packages, facilitating a comprehensive solution for housing needs. Available on both Google Play and the App Store, the application provides a platform for individuals seeking to fill a room or find a living situation together. Founded in 2004 and based in Walnut Creek, California, ROOM8 operates as a subsidiary of CSAA Insurance Exchange, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the experience of finding suitable housing.

RapidSOS

Series B in 2019
RapidSOS, Inc. is an emergency response data platform that connects life-saving information from over 350 million devices directly to 9-1-1 and first responders during emergencies. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company offers a range of solutions including Clearinghouse, which enables users to send emergency requests from RapidSOS-enabled devices, and an Emergency API suite that delivers user data to emergency services. Additionally, the RapidSOS Portal provides public safety agencies with secure access to essential Next Generation 911 (NG911) data. The platform supports more than 4,800 Emergency Communications Centers and plays a vital role in protecting over 90% of the U.S. population, responding to approximately 250 million emergencies annually. By collaborating with certified partners, RapidSOS enhances response capabilities by transmitting critical data such as precise location and real-time health information, ultimately aiming to improve emergency response efficiency and save lives.

RapidSOS

Series B in 2019
RapidSOS, Inc. is an emergency response data platform that connects life-saving information from over 350 million devices directly to 9-1-1 and first responders during emergencies. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company offers a range of solutions including Clearinghouse, which enables users to send emergency requests from RapidSOS-enabled devices, and an Emergency API suite that delivers user data to emergency services. Additionally, the RapidSOS Portal provides public safety agencies with secure access to essential Next Generation 911 (NG911) data. The platform supports more than 4,800 Emergency Communications Centers and plays a vital role in protecting over 90% of the U.S. population, responding to approximately 250 million emergencies annually. By collaborating with certified partners, RapidSOS enhances response capabilities by transmitting critical data such as precise location and real-time health information, ultimately aiming to improve emergency response efficiency and save lives.

Kin Insurance

Convertible Note in 2019
Kin Insurance, Inc. is a digital insurance agency specializing in homeowners insurance and related products, including mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kin Insurance operates payment processing offices in Palatine and Chicago. By eliminating external agents, Kin Insurance offers a direct-to-consumer model that enhances the convenience and affordability of homeowners insurance. The company's technology platform provides a seamless user experience, personalized coverage options, and efficient claims processing. Kin leverages extensive property data to deliver precise pricing and improve underwriting outcomes.

Car IQ

Series A in 2019
Car IQ Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in a cloud-based vehicle management platform and payment gateway tailored for auto dealer groups, car sharing services, and autonomous drivers. Founded in 2016, the company has developed an automotive-grade payment solution that allows vehicles to initiate payments directly to merchants without the need for credit cards. By leveraging telematics and vehicle data, Car IQ's platform provides detailed insights into fleet operations, enabling clients to monitor transactions and prevent fraud effectively. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing technologies, consolidates all transactions into a single ledger, and facilitates management of spending, customer service, and inventory.
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