Landng
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Landng is an early-stage SaaS MarTech startup focused on enhancing sales for travel brands by facilitating connections among brands, influencers, and travelers. The company offers an end-to-end influencer marketing solution that helps travel brands effectively measure the return on investment from influencer collaborations. Additionally, Landng develops an application that enables users to discover personalized travel itineraries inspired by content from social media platforms such as Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube. This dual approach allows travelers to find authentic experiences while providing brands with valuable leads that convert into sales.
BiteSlice
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Growing social influencers and content creators are leaving $ millions on the table. As a non-exclusive agent, BiteSlice creates a backup of client content and monetizes it through other programmatic channels to increase creator income without any additional work.
Hohonu
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Hohonu is a company that specializes in water level monitoring through the development of advanced sensors and software. Its technology provides real-time data and insights on water levels, allowing clients to compare these levels against predefined thresholds. This capability informs critical actions such as road closures, vehicle relocations, and community alerts in response to flooding threats. Hohonu's solutions cater to various industries and governmental agencies, particularly in coastal areas and regions vulnerable to seasonal flooding. The company also offers services for site selection, sensor deployment, calibration, maintenance, and data delivery, enabling clients to make informed decisions based on accurate monitoring of oceanic factors and the prediction of potential natural disasters.
Quibble
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Quibble is a company that specializes in price optimization and revenue management software specifically tailored for vacation rentals and alternative accommodations. It addresses the shortcomings of existing simple rules-based applications by offering a sophisticated, science-based optimization solution. Quibble combines its advanced software with comprehensive consulting services to provide clients with complete pricing strategies, enhancing their revenue performance. Leveraging extensive experience in revenue management within the travel and hospitality sectors, Quibble employs machine learning and extensive data analysis to deliver actionable insights and scenario modeling. This approach enables enterprise operators to maximize revenue, occupancy, and profitability while fostering long-term partnerships with its clients.
Quibble
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Quibble is a company that specializes in price optimization and revenue management software specifically tailored for vacation rentals and alternative accommodations. It addresses the shortcomings of existing simple rules-based applications by offering a sophisticated, science-based optimization solution. Quibble combines its advanced software with comprehensive consulting services to provide clients with complete pricing strategies, enhancing their revenue performance. Leveraging extensive experience in revenue management within the travel and hospitality sectors, Quibble employs machine learning and extensive data analysis to deliver actionable insights and scenario modeling. This approach enables enterprise operators to maximize revenue, occupancy, and profitability while fostering long-term partnerships with its clients.
Celitech
Seed Round in 2022
Celitech is an award-winning premium connectivity platform that specializes in providing cellular data solutions for global travel companies and their customers. The company offers a highly secure, US-hosted eSIM solution that delivers affordable cellular data service in over 160 countries, helping travelers save significantly on data roaming costs. Celitech's platform includes a programmable eSIM API that can be integrated into various web and mobile applications, enabling businesses to enhance mobile engagement and create new revenue opportunities. Additionally, the platform leverages mobile analytics to facilitate upselling, allowing travel-related companies to better connect with both local and global customers through reliable wireless connectivity.
Sensay Learning
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sensay, Inc. is an innovative company based in Los Angeles, California, that develops a web-based application designed to assist English learners in practicing their speaking skills. Founded in 2014, the platform leverages artificial intelligence to provide users with instant feedback on their pronunciation and fluency. By allowing English teachers to assign brief speaking exercises, Sensay facilitates a collaborative learning environment where users can connect, share, and support one another in their language acquisition journey. Additionally, Sensay is involved in creating Web3 technology, including blockchain-enabled messaging solutions, with its flagship product being Sense Chat. Through these offerings, Sensay aims to enhance the educational experience and improve language proficiency for users around the globe.
Mappy provides operational maps and developer tools for mobile apps to venues. The company's advanced mapping engine is designed to enhance the guest experience by providing the ability to find friends, family, and amenities on venue-specific, interactive 2D/3D maps (along with advanced GIS functionality of indoor/outdoor navigation and AR). The underlying data analytics platform provides information on guest movement patterns and visualization tools to inform data-driven decisions.
Before Noon
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Before Noon is a prominent provider of mindset personal training specifically designed for enterprises. The company focuses on enhancing workplace wellness through energy healing and mindfulness techniques. It offers a range of services including healing sessions, workshops, and wellness products such as crystals and various tools aimed at fostering emotional resilience against stress. By integrating traditional practices with contemporary wellness strategies, Before Noon equips individuals with the resources they need to effectively manage their self-care and promote relaxation in a professional setting.
CleverFi
Venture Round in 2022
CleverFi is a provider of automated Wi-Fi access services aimed at enhancing the connectivity experience for travelers. The company offers a secure and reliable wireless connection without the need for users to request or enter passwords, facilitating a seamless onboarding process for guests and visitors. By integrating with existing infrastructures, CleverFi enables businesses to deliver an improved Wi-Fi experience, which can lead to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty. The service operates without requiring a dedicated app, simplifying the connection process for users and helping business owners provide a frictionless solution for their customers.
Mount
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Local experiences empowered by you. Mount is an experience marketplace. We connect the local experience providers with the short term rentals to then enable those guests to be able to book the very best experiences.
Local experiences empowered by you. Mount is an experience marketplace. We connect the local experience providers with the short term rentals to then enable those guests to be able to book the very best experiences.
Vanta Leagues
Seed Round in 2021
Vanta Leagues is a competitive video game league with expert coaching for kids ages 9-14. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Hull, Massachusetts, United States.
Celitech
Seed Round in 2021
Celitech is an award-winning premium connectivity platform that specializes in providing cellular data solutions for global travel companies and their customers. The company offers a highly secure, US-hosted eSIM solution that delivers affordable cellular data service in over 160 countries, helping travelers save significantly on data roaming costs. Celitech's platform includes a programmable eSIM API that can be integrated into various web and mobile applications, enabling businesses to enhance mobile engagement and create new revenue opportunities. Additionally, the platform leverages mobile analytics to facilitate upselling, allowing travel-related companies to better connect with both local and global customers through reliable wireless connectivity.
Turno, formerly TurnoverBnB
Series A in 2021
Turno is an operator of an online platform intended to allow hosts to find local cleaners for their short-term rental cleaning. The company's software allows users to connect with their existing reservation calendars to automatically schedule their cleaners, enabling users to hire and pay housekeepers conveniently.
TomYo is an innovative education technology company focused on empowering content creators to develop personalized mobile learning applications. Its platform enables users to easily create and monetize their own educational content, such as language courses and mentorship programs. By providing access to a wealth of resources, including university and scholarship information, TomYo aims to bridge the gap between learners and educational content providers. The platform features a recommendation engine that tailors suggestions based on individual learning preferences, fostering a more engaging and effective educational experience. This approach not only supports the development of the nation’s youth but also helps creators build their brands and communities.
GIVESPACE
Seed Round in 2021
GIVESPACE is a business-to-business SaaS sustainability marketing platform with a fully automated ecosystem to manage everything from campaign creation to payment distribution and impact. They identify new market opportunities, track key performance indicators, increase brand value with a key stakeholder, and develop multiple campaigns to share and grow.
Shaka Academy
Seed Round in 2021
Platform for athletes to get video courses and coaching from pro MLB players.
Inkah is an online language learning platform that addresses the growing demand for effective language acquisition in a globalized world. It distinguishes itself by utilizing engaging long-tail native social content, particularly short-form videos, to enhance traditional language learning. Inkah offers a content marketplace where educators and textbook authors can transform their structured curriculums into interactive, monetizable app experiences. Users can learn new languages by interacting with a variety of content, such as streaming shows, reading articles, and listening to audio recordings, providing a more dynamic and personalized learning experience. This innovative approach enhances language learning beyond conventional classroom lectures and standard educational apps.
HOKALI
Convertible Note in 2021
HOKALI is a B2B marketplace designed to facilitate the buying and management of after-school activities in the United States. With over one million instructors available, HOKALI provides a streamlined platform for educators to offer, sell, and manage their programs within schools. The company simplifies the entire process, handling essential tasks such as sales, scheduling, paperwork, and insurance. By enabling schools to easily discover and book a diverse range of onsite programs and camps, HOKALI enriches students' extracurricular experiences and supports their learning beyond the classroom.
Nella Media Group
Seed Round in 2021
Nella Media Group (NMG) was founded in 2009 as a publisher of an urban newspaper in Honolulu's Chinatown district. Over the years, NMG has evolved into a prominent media business in the Pacific region, offering unique editorial and photographic content through licensing programs, custom publications, and digital media. With a growing team and over 8 million annual impressions, NMG caters to a diverse audience on a national and international scale.
Liquid Presentation
Seed Round in 2021
Liquid Presentation is a United States-based company that operates an online platform specifically designed for sales representatives in the liquor distribution industry. This platform streamlines and automates the sales processes and brand-building efforts for liquor distributors and suppliers. By enhancing efficiency in these cycles, Liquid Presentation enables its clients to increase beverage sales volume and strengthen their brand presence in a competitive market.
Scholars App
Seed Round in 2021
Scholars App Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that has developed a mobile application designed to connect students with scholarship providers. Founded in 2018, the platform offers personalized scholarship recommendations tailored to individual students, significantly enhancing their chances of finding suitable funding opportunities. The application meticulously vets all scholarships to ensure they are legitimate, thereby safeguarding students from potential fraud. By collaborating with thousands of schools across the United States, Scholars App increases the pool of qualified candidates for scholarships, making it easier for students to access financial aid. The platform not only streamlines the scholarship application process but also allows providers to efficiently manage and review submissions. Ultimately, Scholars App aims to increase the availability of scholarship funding and improve students' access to higher education.
Clubba is a company that offers after-school virtual activities for children aged 5 to 13. The platform provides a variety of live classes including wellness, meditation, movement, singing, acting, coding, and dance programs. These sessions are led by college student counselors who guide the children through engaging and educational experiences. Clubba's business model not only benefits the children by exposing them to new activities but also allows college students to earn money by teaching in areas they are passionate about.
Energy311
Seed Round in 2020
Energy311 Inc. is a company that specializes in utility billing and monitoring services for commercial properties, founded in 2020 and based in San Diego, California. The company provides an electricity billing platform that facilitates accurate billing by installing e-meters and Internet of Things (IoT) devices on buildings. These devices collect energy data, which is then uploaded to the cloud for efficient management. Energy311's platform streamlines the billing process by handling bill delivery and payment collection, allowing tenants to pay property owners for the electricity generated. This enables both owners and tenants to benefit from fair and transparent utility billing.
Appsurify
Seed Round in 2020
Appsurify, Inc. is a software development company based in Santa Monica, California, with a development team in Auckland, New Zealand. Founded in 2017, Appsurify specializes in TestBrain, a quality assurance testing platform that leverages machine learning to enhance the efficiency of software testing processes. TestBrain automates the selection of relevant tests based on code changes, significantly reducing testing time by 10 to 50 times. This allows developers to receive immediate feedback on code modifications before proceeding with their work. Additionally, the platform prioritizes manual testing efforts by identifying code changes likely to contain defects, enabling teams to focus their resources where they are most needed. Overall, Appsurify's innovative approach aims to streamline testing, accelerate release cycles, and reduce associated costs for software development teams.
RendezView
Pre Seed Round in 2020
RendezView, Inc. is a software development company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, that focuses on creating collaborative workspaces for remote teams. Founded in 2018, the company offers a platform that consolidates various project-related documents, sheets, and drawings into virtual boards, which users can edit, visualize, and share. Additionally, RendezView provides integrated features such as video chat, project management tools, and compatibility with cloud storage services, enhancing communication and collaboration among team members. By enabling distributed teams to work together as if they are in the same physical space, RendezView aims to improve organization, efficiency, and overall project outcomes.
Kind Traveler
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Kind Traveler is a pioneering hotel booking platform that enables travelers to make a positive impact on the communities they visit. Through its innovative Give + Get model, users can unlock exclusive rates and perks by making a minimum donation to locally vetted charities that contribute to community well-being. All donations are directed to these charities, which focus on addressing critical issues such as poverty, environmental sustainability, and equality, aligning with the United Nations' Global Goals for Sustainable Development. As of 2021, Kind Traveler features over 140 hotels across 22 countries, allowing travelers to choose accommodations based on their commitment to wellness and social impact. The platform has gained recognition in the travel industry, receiving multiple awards and media coverage from prominent outlets, highlighting its role in promoting ethical travel practices.
LeadRoommate
Pre Seed Round in 2020
LeadRoommate is a rental management platform that assists homeowners in efficiently filling and managing their rental properties. The company recruits and evaluates potential roommates, offering them incentives such as discounts on rent or rewards like electronics for their participation. This approach addresses the common challenges faced by homeowners, such as prolonged vacancy periods and the financial burden of ongoing expenses like mortgages and taxes. By facilitating roommate arrangements, LeadRoommate not only reduces the time it takes to secure tenants but also promotes responsible management of the rental property, ensuring a stable living environment. The platform provides a solution that benefits both landlords and tenants, enabling landlords to maximize their income while offering renters the opportunity to enjoy lower rental costs.
3Rwater
Seed Round in 2020
3Rwater, Inc. is a developer of a climate change adaptation tool focused on stormwater management, headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Incorporated in 2019, the company offers a solution known as Follow the Drop, which aids in green infrastructure planning and asset management. This tool assists property owners in understanding their stormwater generation and identifies opportunities to mitigate runoff through the installation of green infrastructure. Additionally, it provides educational resources to enhance resilience and supports utilities and agencies with essential data for monitoring stormwater runoff. The company's services also facilitate participation in credit and incentive programs aimed at reducing stormwater impacts, serving a diverse clientele that includes cities, counties, stormwater utilities, water utilities, environmental consultants, and non-profits.
Hatcher+
Seed Round in 2019
Hatcher+ is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2013, specializing in early-stage investments with a focus on artificial intelligence companies. The firm employs a data-driven approach to venture investing, having analyzed over 600,000 venture capital transactions and constructed more than 4 billion virtual portfolios to assess various investment strategies. Hatcher+ leverages insights from this extensive analysis to develop a smart beta, indexed-like investment strategy that aims to deliver robust and predictable returns. The firm's global network of deal origination partners enhances its access to diverse investment opportunities. Additionally, Hatcher+ features the VAAST (Venture-as-a-Service Technology) platform, which is designed to facilitate deal analysis, custom portfolio creation, task management, and application processing from startups via a branded interface.
Shaka Guide
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Shaka Guide LLC, established in 2016 and headquartered in Kapolei, Hawaii, specializes in developing a location-based audio guide application. The company offers guided tour experiences across various Hawaiian islands, including Oahu, Big Island, Maui, and Kauai. Its platform uses GPS to provide users with stories, history, legends, and recommendations for points of interest along their route, mimicking the experience of having a personal tour guide while offering the convenience and flexibility of a mobile app.
Instant Teams
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Instant Teams is a technology-enabled company based in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, specializing in providing remote workforce solutions. Founded in 2016, the company offers Arti, a platform that helps hiring managers define talent needs and matches pre-qualified, native English-speaking team members to projects. Instant Teams focuses on building high-quality customer support and operational teams, with a particular emphasis on military spouses and underserved talent communities, enabling 24/7 global support. The company's management platform handles payroll, compliance, time tracking, and reporting, making it a comprehensive solution for scaling and managing support operations. Notable customers include Walmart, Amazon, CrowdStrike, Assurance, and SeeSaw.
Via is a customer engagement platform designed to enhance interactions between e-commerce businesses and their customers. By utilizing SMS and mobile app technologies, Via enables businesses to connect with their customers in a more personal manner, facilitating communication through preferred devices and applications. The platform allows for seamless integration with popular e-commerce solutions such as Shopify and BigCommerce, empowering businesses to drive engagement and improve customer satisfaction through targeted SMS and push notifications.
DataPlor
Seed Round in 2019
DataPlor Inc. is a company that specializes in location intelligence by providing a platform that collects and offers business location data, market research, and data collection services. Founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in Mexico City and São Paulo, DataPlor indexes micro businesses in emerging markets through primary research. The platform leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to perform real-time data verification and augmentation, allowing clients to easily customize their data collection needs. Formerly known as Chapa, Inc., the company rebranded to DataPlor in June 2019, reflecting its focus on innovative data solutions for businesses.
DRiVR AI
Pre Seed Round in 2019
DRiVR AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing DRiVR, a cloud-connected dash cam application that provides real-time road intelligence through the use of artificial intelligence and visual recognition. The app is designed for a wide range of users, including individual drivers, commercial drivers, fleet operators, and ride-sharing services. DRiVR captures critical driving data and provides tools for documenting auto accidents, vehicle damages, and personal injuries. Its features include navigation and mapping, real-time alerts for hazards, and comprehensive incident reporting, which streamlines the claims process for the insurance industry. By offering white-labeled solutions, DRiVR helps insurers enhance their claims processing capabilities while delivering a seamless experience for policyholders. The platform ultimately aims to improve safety on the road and reduce the risks associated with driving.
Mintrics
Seed Round in 2019
Mintrics LTD is a social video analytics company that operates a platform designed to analyze video performance across multiple social media channels, including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Cairo, the company provides detailed insights into video consumption and audience engagement. Its platform allows users to generate comprehensive reports, identify factors that captivate or disengage viewers, and determine which content strategies yield the best results. Mintrics also enables users to compare videos, group them for analysis, and access a competitive leaderboard, facilitating data-driven decisions that can significantly enhance viewership and audience understanding.
Cruisio
Seed Round in 2019
Cruisio is an automotive technology company focused on enhancing fuel efficiency through innovative solutions. They specialize in developing biometric technologies inspired by natural principles of momentum and pulsed drive systems. Their flagship product is an aftermarket device that trucking companies can attach to their gas pedals, which smooths vehicle performance and significantly reduces fuel consumption. This results in substantial cost savings for fleet operators while promoting a more sustainable and low-carbon future.
UNUM
Pre Seed Round in 2019
UNUM, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a customizable platform designed to enhance the connection between content creators and their audiences. Founded in 2015 and based in Westlake Village, California, UNUM offers a suite of tools that includes photo and video editing, story templates, and text tools, which are particularly beneficial for businesses and photographers. The platform enables users to plan and publish their digital content while gaining valuable insights through advanced visual and analytics features. By serving as a storytelling hub, UNUM facilitates collaboration among designers, brands, and social media influencers, fostering creative engagement in the digital landscape.
Junction AI
Seed Round in 2019
Junction AI Inc. is a technology company based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for marketers. Founded in 2015 and originally known as Instant Local Inc., the company rebranded in February 2018. Junction AI develops an AI-enhanced platform that allows marketers to analyze their advertising creatives, including images, videos, and text, to optimize their campaigns across various channels such as Google ads, social media, and e-commerce platforms. The platform empowers product and category managers to become AI operators, enabling them to generate precise forecasts, derive sales insights from large datasets, and create tailored product listings. By personalizing recommendations and streamlining data utilization, Junction AI helps businesses enhance their marketing efforts and improve customer engagement, thereby driving successful and profitable merchandising strategies.
Hostfully
Seed Round in 2019
Hostfully Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing a comprehensive property management platform tailored for vacation rentals worldwide. The company's core offering is a digital guidebook system that provides guests with local recommendations and essential property information via mobile, desktop, print, and voice access. Additionally, Hostfully automates operational tasks such as payments (via Stripe) and accounting (with Quickbooks integration), while distributing listings across major platforms like Airbnb, HomeAway, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor. This all-in-one solution enables managers of over 10,000 properties in approximately 80 countries to enhance guest experiences, boost bookings, and increase revenues.
Vroom Delivery
Seed Round in 2018
Vroom Delivery Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates an e-commerce marketplace dedicated to the trading and distribution of fresh food, beverages, groceries, tobacco products, and alcoholic beverages. It is the first platform tailored specifically for the $233 billion convenience store industry, offering a logistics solution that creates online stores and backend management tools, enabling businesses to efficiently operate their own e-commerce programs and delivery services.
IMMERSELY
Seed Round in 2018
Immersely is a marketing platform that facilitates immersive advertising within video games by transforming 3D in-game environments into promotional spaces. The platform enables advertisers and game publishers to incorporate digital brand placements seamlessly, allowing marketers to create and manage product placement campaigns effectively. Additionally, Immersely provides tools for tracking a brand's exposure in the gaming landscape, ensuring that marketers can measure the impact and effectiveness of their advertising efforts within this unique medium.
Pixery, Inc. is a Sacramento, California-based company that specializes in designing and developing a micro-brand platform aimed at creators and influencers. The platform facilitates the creation of upscale merchandise, providing users with an efficient means to monetize their micro-brands. Pixery supports its users by offering quality printing services and assistance with fulfillment, packaging, and shipping. This comprehensive approach enables creators to transform their ideas and designs into tangible products, ultimately helping them achieve a sustainable income while fostering a marketplace focused on social good.
Turno, formerly TurnoverBnB
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Turno is an operator of an online platform intended to allow hosts to find local cleaners for their short-term rental cleaning. The company's software allows users to connect with their existing reservation calendars to automatically schedule their cleaners, enabling users to hire and pay housekeepers conveniently.
StreamFluence
Seed Round in 2018
StreamFluence is an influencer marketing platform that was established in 2016, originally focusing on connecting brands with live streamers on Twitch. The platform has since evolved to support content creators across various social media channels, providing them with essential resources to build and manage their businesses effectively. StreamFluence offers a range of services, including audience analytics, graphic design, sponsorship sourcing, financial planning, and automated tax accounting. By facilitating connections between brands and influencers, the company enables clients of all sizes to promote their products and services through branded live content, ensuring an effective advertising solution in the dynamic landscape of online streaming.
Virtual Fantasy League
Angel Round in 2017
Virtual Fantasy League (VFL) is a social mobile game studio specializing in competitive games. Their revolutionary first product combines gameplay with real life sporting events and the result is an incredibly intense sports experience. They gamify fantasy sports with a focus on fun rather than money - imagine poker with wildcards. Compete agains friends, get super power-ups and brace yourself for the ultimate rush.
Youcanevent
Seed Round in 2017
Youcanevent Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, operates an innovative online marketplace designed for brands to efficiently book vendors and event planners. The company's platform stands out by offering a unique feature: the ability to visualize upcoming events in virtual reality (VR) while simultaneously booking necessary vendors such as venues, entertainers, and caterers. This dual functionality enhances the planning process, making it more immersive and efficient. Youcanevent has garnered trust from notable brands including Microsoft, Mary Kay, TriNet, WSGR, and Pipedrive, among others, who rely on its marketplace to create memorable events.
Surf Shop Box
Seed Round in 2017
Founded by world renowned waterman, Mark Healey, and ocean fanatic turned tech guru, Kevin Tighe, in 2015, Team Surf Shop Box is comprised of an enthusiastic crew obsessed with the ocean, beach, sun and adventure. We work hard when we’re in the office, but don’t be surprised if you see us out for a lunch time surf or a morning paddle. We’re perpetually stoked and can’t wait to share the aloha with you.
Tripidee
Seed Round in 2017
Tripidee Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in Kapaa, Hawaii, develops and operates a travel sharing tool and mobile application designed for both travelers and travel industry professionals. The platform serves as a visual travel organizer, enabling users to gather, plan, and share trip information seamlessly. It facilitates online research, allows for the visual organization of trips, and provides mapping features for ideas and activities, effectively streamlining the trip planning process and fostering collaboration among travel partners.
VR Front Desk
Seed Round in 2017
VR Front Desk Corporation is a virtual property management company that specializes in providing a comprehensive online platform designed for short-term rental hosts. Established in 2017 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company operates its web-based service, Your Front Desk, which delivers 24/7 concierge desk services. This platform effectively manages guest communications, inquiries, and booking requests for various rental platforms, including Airbnb and VRBO. By offering these services for a low monthly fee, VR Front Desk aims to simplify the management of short-term rentals, enhancing the experience for both hosts and guests.
KallFly
Seed Round in 2017
KallFly is an on-demand virtual contact center marketplace that connects businesses with experienced home-based call center agents. By utilizing KallFly's platform, companies can engage reliable and affordable live agent support for both new and existing campaigns, tailored to their specific needs, whether for short-term projects or long-term commitments. This innovative model allows call center agents to work remotely from their homes, using their laptops or phones, thereby eliminating the need for traditional office-based arrangements. KallFly aims to enhance operational efficiency for businesses while providing flexible employment opportunities for call center professionals.
Valence
Seed Round in 2017
Valence is a native data integration solution on the Salesforce platform, empowering data admins to intuitively configure and observe data movement.
Liveo Way
Seed Round in 2017
Liveo Way is a developer of a private live streaming application that focuses on facilitating live chats among close friends. The app allows users to stream content exclusively to selected individuals, enhancing privacy and intimacy in communication. Its features include friend grouping, which enables users to organize their contacts for easier interaction, recently shared groups to keep track of ongoing conversations, and stream requests that allow friends to initiate live chats. This application aims to create a more personal and secure environment for users to connect with their closest friends through live streaming.
Beachly Brands
Seed Round in 2017
Beachly Brands is a company that specializes in beach-inspired apparel and accessories, offering a range of products through subscription boxes and direct-to-consumer sales. The brand curates seasonal collections that include women's apparel, accessories, and lifestyle products, all designed to reflect the beach culture and active lifestyle. By providing affordable and quality items, Beachly Brands caters to consumers who seek to embody their aspirational lifestyles. The company facilitates online orders and delivery services, ensuring that customers receive their carefully selected products regularly at a competitive price.
aXessPoint
Seed Round in 2016
aXessPoint is a property management company that specializes in digital solutions for the effective management of properties, facilities, and enterprises. The company's innovative proptech platform enhances communication between landlords and tenants while optimizing and automating essential workflows, such as preventative and corrective maintenance and maintenance requests. By streamlining daily operations, aXessPoint enables property managers to reduce stress and improve efficiency, ultimately resulting in significant cost savings. These savings can be reinvested into the communities they serve, contributing to overall enhancement in property management practices.
RealtyReturns
Seed Round in 2016
RealtyReturns is democratizing real estate investing by allowing investors to invest in real estate using cryptocurrency. The integration of the blockchain into the traditional real estate investing model provides asset-back token and liquidity to investors all across the globe. We Provide: + Cross Border Investing + Liquidity for Real Estate + Reduction in Cryptocurrency Market Volatility) Our members include individual investors (both accredited and non-accredited), family offices, institutional investors, registered investment advisors, hedge funds, banks, asset managers and private equity funds. Our partners and advisors are among the biggest and most successful developers and landowners in Northern California, Washington and Arizona.
Virtual Fantasy League
Angel Round in 2016
Virtual Fantasy League (VFL) is a social mobile game studio specializing in competitive games. Their revolutionary first product combines gameplay with real life sporting events and the result is an incredibly intense sports experience. They gamify fantasy sports with a focus on fun rather than money - imagine poker with wildcards. Compete agains friends, get super power-ups and brace yourself for the ultimate rush.
Hostfully
Seed Round in 2016
Hostfully Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing a comprehensive property management platform tailored for vacation rentals worldwide. The company's core offering is a digital guidebook system that provides guests with local recommendations and essential property information via mobile, desktop, print, and voice access. Additionally, Hostfully automates operational tasks such as payments (via Stripe) and accounting (with Quickbooks integration), while distributing listings across major platforms like Airbnb, HomeAway, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor. This all-in-one solution enables managers of over 10,000 properties in approximately 80 countries to enhance guest experiences, boost bookings, and increase revenues.
MailGapp
Seed Round in 2016
MailGapp is an innovative cloud-based postal mail service designed to streamline the management of physical mail for businesses and individuals. By delivering mail notifications directly to users' mobile devices, MailGapp eliminates the need for time-consuming trips to the mailbox. Its online virtual office application allows users to access images of the exterior and address side of all mailpieces from any smartphone, tablet, or computer. Additionally, MailGapp offers the capability for users to sign up for business email addresses through their smartphones, enhancing convenience and efficiency. This service is particularly beneficial for entrepreneurs and individuals seeking immediate and effective solutions for their mail management needs.
UNUM, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a customizable platform designed to enhance the connection between content creators and their audiences. Founded in 2015 and based in Westlake Village, California, UNUM offers a suite of tools that includes photo and video editing, story templates, and text tools, which are particularly beneficial for businesses and photographers. The platform enables users to plan and publish their digital content while gaining valuable insights through advanced visual and analytics features. By serving as a storytelling hub, UNUM facilitates collaboration among designers, brands, and social media influencers, fostering creative engagement in the digital landscape.
Contix, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in social media intelligence analytics, focusing on delivering actionable insights for investors in financial markets. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company offers a suite of products, including desktop, mobile, and API solutions, designed to analyze social media and other data streams. By identifying breaking news events and market trends ahead of mainstream media, Contix enables traders and investors to receive timely trading signals and indicators that inform their investment decisions. Its platform processes various dimensions of social data, such as price, trading volume, and sentiment, to help users make more informed choices in a rapidly changing market landscape. Contix operates as a subsidiary of Ikayzo, Inc.
BrandCrowder
Seed Round in 2016
BrandCrowder is a U.S.-based company established in 2015 that operates an equity crowdfunding platform specifically focused on the global franchising sector. The platform curates quality franchise investment opportunities, particularly within emerging markets, and is supported by experienced franchise developers. By connecting entrepreneurs with potential funders, including angel investors and business incubators, BrandCrowder facilitates the planning and analysis necessary for raising capital for privately-held businesses. Its approach aims to deliver premium profit yields above market rates, thereby positioning itself as a valuable resource in the equity crowdfunding landscape.
DPH Ventures
Seed Round in 2016
DPH Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage media and entertainment startups. The company has gathered a highly skilled team to strategically engage with the rapidly growing digital video marketplace. By providing financial support and resources, DPH Ventures aims to empower innovative companies that align with the evolving dynamics of the media landscape. Its approach allows clients and partners to advance their strategic objectives while fostering the development of groundbreaking solutions in the entertainment sector.
Activiter
Seed Round in 2016
Activiter, Co. is a digital distribution platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. The company specializes in providing a white-labeled solution that enables travel brands and planned communities to offer a seamless tee time service for their golfing guests. By developing a business management platform tailored for tour operators, Activiter facilitates the integration of bookings through an API, allowing clients to enhance their operational efficiency and expand their market reach. The platform generates revenue through commissions on bookings made via the travel portals, making it a valuable tool for businesses in the travel industry.
KeyReply
Angel Round in 2016
KeyReply is an enterprise conversation AI platform that specializes in automating patient engagement and knowledge management within the healthcare sector. The company develops virtual assistants that enable hospitals to efficiently respond to patient inquiries and manage medical protocol information. By creating contextually relevant information derived from organizational content, KeyReply enhances the accuracy and speed of responses, significantly reducing turnaround times for customer service by up to 95% and improving information retrieval by over three times. This solution allows healthcare providers to operate with less skilled staff in a high-turnover environment while maintaining patient satisfaction. Additionally, KeyReply's text analytics capabilities facilitate the collection of strategic feedback, helping hospitals understand patient concerns more effectively. Accredited as a Health Chatbot solution by Singapore's Integrated Health Information Systems, KeyReply also serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, enabling omnichannel communication for improved stakeholder engagement.
Benja Commerce Platform
Seed Round in 2016
Benja Commerce Platform operates a multi-channel commerce platform that partners with brands, publishers, and media companies to create shopable moments for consumers online. The company, established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, focuses on delivering an online marketplace for a variety of branded products, including apparel and footwear. By leveraging its expertise in e-commerce and mobile applications, Benja enables customers to discover and purchase products seamlessly while engaging with content across different digital platforms.
KeyReply
Seed Round in 2016
KeyReply is an enterprise conversation AI platform that specializes in automating patient engagement and knowledge management within the healthcare sector. The company develops virtual assistants that enable hospitals to efficiently respond to patient inquiries and manage medical protocol information. By creating contextually relevant information derived from organizational content, KeyReply enhances the accuracy and speed of responses, significantly reducing turnaround times for customer service by up to 95% and improving information retrieval by over three times. This solution allows healthcare providers to operate with less skilled staff in a high-turnover environment while maintaining patient satisfaction. Additionally, KeyReply's text analytics capabilities facilitate the collection of strategic feedback, helping hospitals understand patient concerns more effectively. Accredited as a Health Chatbot solution by Singapore's Integrated Health Information Systems, KeyReply also serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, enabling omnichannel communication for improved stakeholder engagement.
Comprendio
Seed Round in 2016
Comprendio Inc. is a knowledge visualization and analytics company headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. It specializes in developing a web application that offers real-time assessment and feedback to learners in both educational and enterprise settings. Comprendio aims to address the significant challenge of technology adoption within the education sector, where many edtech tools remain underutilized. By leveraging a methodology rooted in practical classroom experience, the company enhances user engagement and helps educators implement technology effectively. This approach has proven successful in improving student pass rates significantly by identifying at-risk learners and providing actionable insights. Comprendio strives to empower educational leaders and customer success teams with the necessary tools to foster lasting engagement with technological solutions, ultimately aiming to make a meaningful impact on student learning outcomes.
Questorganizer
Seed Round in 2015
QuestOrganizer is an incorporated entity that owns travel products Airwander and GIS.
Fresher
Seed Round in 2015
Fresher is an iOS and Android mobile application that allows sustainable fisherman to sell their catches directly to consumers. Buying fish directly from local fisherman supports local economy of its users and transparent information is provided to its users by fishermen. Buyers supports artisan fishermen that are vital to local communities. The marketplace allows its users to view what is being caught in real-time. It alerts its users when a fisherman catches, they contact the fisherman, then they can pick up their seafood directly off the boat. Fresher is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2014.
Zefyr.io
Seed Round in 2015
Zefyr.io is a provider of customer relationship management services that focuses on enhancing interactions between companies and their clients. The platform analyzes contacts and gathers insights about the people, companies, and customers with whom users engage, helping businesses to maintain strong relationships. By organizing and prioritizing these connections, Zefyr.io enables companies to better understand their clientele and foster growth. Its services aim to improve communication and rapport, facilitating a more effective approach to customer management.
Nest Egg Guru
Seed Round in 2015
Nest Egg Guru, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a web-based application aimed at independent financial advisers. Founded in 2012 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company offers a planning application suite that helps financial advisors educate and engage with their clients. The platform features two calculators that allow users to stress-test retirement savings and spending strategies without requiring explicit assumptions about future market conditions. This approach encourages users to focus on challenging scenarios rather than overly optimistic projections. Additionally, the application enables users to explore how various controllable factors, such as asset allocation and withdrawal strategies, can impact their retirement outcomes. Nest Egg Guru aims to provide a user-friendly and intuitive design that reflects the real-world experiences of investors.
KeyReply
Angel Round in 2015
KeyReply is an enterprise conversation AI platform that specializes in automating patient engagement and knowledge management within the healthcare sector. The company develops virtual assistants that enable hospitals to efficiently respond to patient inquiries and manage medical protocol information. By creating contextually relevant information derived from organizational content, KeyReply enhances the accuracy and speed of responses, significantly reducing turnaround times for customer service by up to 95% and improving information retrieval by over three times. This solution allows healthcare providers to operate with less skilled staff in a high-turnover environment while maintaining patient satisfaction. Additionally, KeyReply's text analytics capabilities facilitate the collection of strategic feedback, helping hospitals understand patient concerns more effectively. Accredited as a Health Chatbot solution by Singapore's Integrated Health Information Systems, KeyReply also serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, enabling omnichannel communication for improved stakeholder engagement.
Grumble
Seed Round in 2015
Grumble is a U.S.-based company founded in 2015 that operates an iOS mobile app and social media message board. The platform enables users to discover the opinions of colleagues and classmates by joining anonymous groups focused on various topics, including colleges, campuses, offices, or any other subjects of interest. Users can share their experiences and communicate with others within these communities. Additionally, Grumble allows individuals to post funny or interesting discoveries to Facebook and Twitter.
Leet is a gaming technology company that focusses on building skill and chance-based applications and video games that engage players and spectators. It hosts cash games and tournaments for video games. Leet was founded by Kingsley Edwards, Edward Colmar, and Carson Knuth in 2013; and is headquartered in Las Vegas.
BlueSpotPark
Seed Round in 2015
BlueSpotPark is a mobile platform that offers a premium parking solution tailored to specific venues. The application focuses on optimizing parking resources for organizations, aiming to increase revenue and enhance the availability of parking spaces. By improving efficiency, BlueSpotPark enhances the overall user experience. Founded in July 2015 as a Delaware C corporation, the company successfully closed its first funding round shortly thereafter and is currently in the process of developing prototype software. BlueSpotPark is also negotiating beta test sites and engaging with various startup accelerators and incubators to further its growth.
Findally
Seed Round in 2015
Findally is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in image recognition solutions for e-commerce platforms. Founded in 2014 by Kevin Yu, the company offers an API that generates conversion leads by analyzing images across social platforms to identify potential customers. Its platform leverages advanced image recognition technology and human intelligence, enabling users to track trends, monitor competitors, and conduct market research. Findally also segments advertising campaigns based on user data and provides detailed analytics on current and prospective customers, enhancing the effectiveness of marketing initiatives. Through its innovative approach, Findally aims to transform images into actionable insights for businesses.
Vrchive
Seed Round in 2015
Vrchive Co. is a company based in San Jose, California, that operates a content distribution platform focused on hosting and sharing 360-degree images. Established in 2014, Vrchive enables users, including professional photographers and casual VR enthusiasts, to view and share monoscopic and stereoscopic spherical images, screenshots, and panoramas online. The platform aims to enhance the experience of photo-sharing in the virtual reality space, allowing users to relive their memories in an immersive format. With a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, Vrchive connects creators with consumers, positioning itself as a significant player in the growing VR industry, which is anticipated to expand substantially in the coming years.
Fresher
Seed Round in 2015
Fresher is an iOS and Android mobile application that allows sustainable fisherman to sell their catches directly to consumers. Buying fish directly from local fisherman supports local economy of its users and transparent information is provided to its users by fishermen. Buyers supports artisan fishermen that are vital to local communities. The marketplace allows its users to view what is being caught in real-time. It alerts its users when a fisherman catches, they contact the fisherman, then they can pick up their seafood directly off the boat. Fresher is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2014.
Huedoku Labs
Seed Round in 2015
Huedoku Labs is a company that specializes in developing a unique color puzzle game application aimed at enhancing visual literacy and understanding of color relationships. Their app, Huedoku, presents harmonic colors in innovative arrangements, which are then scrambled, challenging users to reassemble them by manipulating pixels. This process not only provides an engaging gaming experience but also offers educational benefits and brain training. The company's platform allows users to create, share, and play these patent-pending color puzzles derived from photographs, fostering a deeper appreciation for art and culture.
Ujoin, Inc. is a software-as-a-service company based in Burlingame, California, that specializes in providing tools for nonprofits and businesses to effectively engage in advocacy on policy issues. Founded in 2014, the platform enables organizations to create action pages that facilitate the sending of personalized messages, including video content, to legislators and government officials. Additionally, Ujoin offers a legislative bill-tracking dashboard, allowing users to monitor relevant legislation and share updates with their communities. By streamlining the process of advocacy and email management, Ujoin aims to empower small to mid-sized organizations to influence policy effectively and build their networks. The company also plans to establish a nonprofit education arm to further its social benefit mission.
Paperplane
Seed Round in 2015
Paperplane is a travel planning application designed to simplify the trip planning process for users. With an intuitive interface, the app allows individuals to select a destination and specify their duration of stay, after which it automatically generates a complete itinerary. Utilizing an artificial intelligence-powered platform, Paperplane enables users to plan their holidays effortlessly, minimizing the time and effort required for travel arrangements. The app is available for download on Android devices, making it accessible for a wide range of travelers looking to explore the world.
Candy Lab
Seed Round in 2015
Candy Lab, Inc. is a technology company based in Irvine, California, that specializes in the development of location-based augmented reality (AR) content management platforms. Established in 2011, the company provides tools that integrate AR technology with GPS and Beacon technology for mobile applications, enabling marketers to create engaging, location-based augmented reality experiences. One of its key offerings is CandyBAR, which connects marketers with users through virtual promotions and advertisements. The company also launched ARFuse, a plugin that allows developers to build cross-platform location-based AR apps. ARFuse features a robust backend platform called ARFuse Portal, facilitating real-time content delivery and analytics. Candy Lab’s platforms enable users to interact with their real-world environment while earning real and virtual rewards, enhancing brand engagement and consumer interaction.
Benja Commerce Platform
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Benja Commerce Platform operates a multi-channel commerce platform that partners with brands, publishers, and media companies to create shopable moments for consumers online. The company, established in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, focuses on delivering an online marketplace for a variety of branded products, including apparel and footwear. By leveraging its expertise in e-commerce and mobile applications, Benja enables customers to discover and purchase products seamlessly while engaging with content across different digital platforms.
MeetingSift
Seed Round in 2015
MeetingSift delivers deep, actionable insights from meetings across the enterprise. By combining collaborative tools, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, MeetingSift offers an enterprise SaaS platform that empowers decision makers with deep insights directly from the front line, in real-time. MeetingSift has built in virality that delivers both single user utility and multi-user utility, in addition to enterprise utility.
Happy Hour Pal
Seed Round in 2014
Happy Hour Pal Inc. is an online platform established in 2013 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, that specializes in promoting happy hour events at restaurants. The platform provides a free GPS-based application that offers users up-to-date information directly from restaurant owners and managers. It allows users to search for happy hour specials by food, drink, time, and location, facilitating easy access to menus, daily specials, and directions. Additionally, the app enables users to share information with friends and earn rewards by checking into different locations, enhancing the social experience of enjoying happy hours.
Lilikoi
Seed Round in 2014
Lilikoi is an application development company specializing in the creation of websites, online applications, and mobile applications. The company offers a range of services, including custom 3D printing for rapid prototyping, ideation, and proof of concept. Through its innovative approach, Lilikoi enables users to access aesthetically pleasing and functional mobile application services, enhancing their digital presence and operational efficiency.
Travelcations
Seed Round in 2014
Travelcations LLC is a travel services company based in Kapolei, Hawaii, that focuses on promoting healthy aging through innovative travel experiences. Incorporated in 2016, the company employs science-based methodologies to support brain health for individuals aged 50 and older. Travelcations offers live immersion travel programs in destinations with low rates of dementia, alongside web-based programs designed to enhance cognitive wellness. Additionally, the company provides a tool called Travel Tracker, which assesses travel itineraries and evaluates activities for their potential to stimulate and rebalance the brain and body. Through these offerings, Travelcations aims to redefine healthy aging by integrating lifestyle choices with travel experiences.
Beekly helps businesses gain more customers by providing them with innovative social mobile marketing solutions. It is based in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States.
Jobrangers
Seed Round in 2014
JobRangers Inc. is an online recruitment platform that connects employers with a national network of affiliates to streamline the hiring process. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Hawaii, the company offers a web-based application that enables companies to post job openings and collaborate efficiently with affiliates. JobRangers leverages advanced technologies, including big data and machine learning, to improve recruitment outcomes and assist companies in onboarding qualified talent. By focusing on crowd-sourced social recruiting and data analytics, JobRangers aims to enhance the efficiency of the human capital industry, allowing candidates to find suitable job openings based on their qualifications and preferences.
Intouch
Seed Round in 2014
InTouch messaging app is your personal, secure & real time messaging system. Take control of your privacy by selecting who can see your phone number or any other personal details. They believe that your privacy is your fundamental right, including the freedom to voice your opinions anonymously & freely. InTouch is built so they feel secure about what they share through their social media.
Selly Automotive CRM
Seed Round in 2014
Selly Automotive is a comprehensive customer relationship management platform designed to assist automotive dealerships in managing internet leads and customer follow-ups. The platform offers a range of tools enabling effective customer engagement and enhanced digital capabilities to drive sales. It is priced affordably, making it accessible even for smaller used car dealers. Selly Automotive integrates seamlessly with existing solutions and dealership management systems, equipping sales personnel with essential resources. Additionally, the platform provides the option to purchase leads on demand, further supporting dealerships in optimizing their sales processes.
Adventure Local
Seed Round in 2014
Adventure Local connects adventure travelers around the world with the most authentic locals. They have built the platform as something we want to use ourselves, and for the incredible guides around the globe who deserve to be seen.
HealthCareLove
Seed Round in 2014
Managing your healthcare online these days can be infuriating.
Vrchive
Seed Round in 2014
Vrchive Co. is a company based in San Jose, California, that operates a content distribution platform focused on hosting and sharing 360-degree images. Established in 2014, Vrchive enables users, including professional photographers and casual VR enthusiasts, to view and share monoscopic and stereoscopic spherical images, screenshots, and panoramas online. The platform aims to enhance the experience of photo-sharing in the virtual reality space, allowing users to relive their memories in an immersive format. With a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, Vrchive connects creators with consumers, positioning itself as a significant player in the growing VR industry, which is anticipated to expand substantially in the coming years.
Vantage Sports
Venture Round in 2014
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics company based in Bellevue, Washington, incorporated in 2011. It provides a comprehensive data collection platform that revolutionizes how sports teams, media, and fans gather, analyze, and utilize performance data. Focusing primarily on the NBA, Vantage Sports goes beyond traditional statistical categories to offer in-depth insights into athlete and franchise performance. The platform enables clients to access extensive analytics, facilitating a deeper understanding of player statistics and enhancing decision-making processes within sports organizations. Vantage Sports operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC, striving to create innovative tools for data analysis in the sports industry.
Vantage Sports
Venture Round in 2014
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics company based in Bellevue, Washington, incorporated in 2011. It provides a comprehensive data collection platform that revolutionizes how sports teams, media, and fans gather, analyze, and utilize performance data. Focusing primarily on the NBA, Vantage Sports goes beyond traditional statistical categories to offer in-depth insights into athlete and franchise performance. The platform enables clients to access extensive analytics, facilitating a deeper understanding of player statistics and enhancing decision-making processes within sports organizations. Vantage Sports operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC, striving to create innovative tools for data analysis in the sports industry.
Focus Opus
Seed Round in 2014
Focus Opus Inc., established in April 2014 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, operates an online platform designed to assist individuals in shaping their behaviors to more effectively pursue life goals. The company's core service is an easy-to-use behavioral management system grounded in intrinsic motivation and supported by behavioral science principles. This system aims to reduce negative emotions associated with time management, such as guilt and stress, while enhancing self-awareness through reflective questioning, thereby helping users avoid overcommitment.