Blue Startups is a Top 20 Accelerator in the US (Techcrunch) focused on helping scalable-technology companies compete on a global scale. With an extensive global mentor network, Blue Startups is a nexus of entrepreneurial activity in Hawai‘i, and between Asia and North America Blue Startups was founded by Maya and Henk Rogers of the Tetris Company and Chenoa Farnsworth of Hawaii Angels in 2012 and has been a member of the Global Accelerator Network since 2013. www.bluestartups.com We are focused on recruiting capital efficient and scalable technology companies, including web, software, and mobile. In addition, the program is targets companies in the travel, gaming and impact sectors. We focus recruitment on Asia and the U.S. and are particularly interested in companies addressing both markets. Blue Startups is a member of the Global Accelerator Network, an invite-only community of the world’s most respected organizations that provide startups with the best resources to create and grow their businesses, wherever they are. Startups accepted into a GAN accelerator have access to a variety of exclusive perks including over $1M worth of free services, introductions to a network of investors and access to soft landing spaces worldwide.
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 a comprehensive influencer marketing solution that enables travel brands to effectively measure the return on investment from influencer collaborations, generating leads that convert into sales. Additionally, Landng develops an application designed to assist travelers in discovering authentic experiences through personalized itineraries sourced from social media platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube. This dual approach not only supports brands in optimizing their marketing strategies but also enriches the travel planning process for users.
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 specializes in providing advanced sensors and software for water level monitoring, focusing on assessing risks associated with flooding events. Their technology enables governments and industries to monitor coastal and flood-prone areas, delivering real-time data on water levels and insights that inform critical decisions, such as road closures and community alerts. Hohonu's services encompass site selection, sensor deployments, calibrations, maintenance, and data delivery, allowing clients to make informed choices and prepare for potential natural disasters by predicting oceanic changes.
Quibble
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Quibble is a company that specializes in price optimization and revenue management for vacation rentals and alternative accommodations. It offers a comprehensive platform that employs machine learning and extensive data analysis to deliver actionable insights and scenario modeling, which helps operators enhance revenue, occupancy, and profitability. Recognizing the challenges associated with revenue management in the travel and hospitality sectors, Quibble combines its software with a full-service offering, allowing clients to implement tailored pricing strategies effectively. With a focus on building lasting partnerships, Quibble aims to alleviate the complexities of revenue management, providing clients with a sense of assurance in their pricing decisions.
Quibble
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Quibble is a company that specializes in price optimization and revenue management for vacation rentals and alternative accommodations. It offers a comprehensive platform that employs machine learning and extensive data analysis to deliver actionable insights and scenario modeling, which helps operators enhance revenue, occupancy, and profitability. Recognizing the challenges associated with revenue management in the travel and hospitality sectors, Quibble combines its software with a full-service offering, allowing clients to implement tailored pricing strategies effectively. With a focus on building lasting partnerships, Quibble aims to alleviate the complexities of revenue management, providing clients with a sense of assurance in their pricing decisions.
Celitech
Seed Round in 2022
Celitech is a premium connectivity platform that provides a secure eSIM solution for global travel companies, enhancing cellular data services in over 160 countries. The platform enables travel-related businesses to create new revenue streams and improve mobile engagement by offering affordable data packages that can significantly reduce roaming costs for travelers. Celitech's technology includes a programmable eSIM API that integrates with various web and mobile applications, allowing businesses to utilize mobile analytics for upselling opportunities. By focusing on both customer connectivity and analytics, Celitech helps travel companies enhance their services and engage effectively with their customers.
Sensay
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sensay, Inc. is a company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in developing a web-based application aimed at enhancing English language learning. Founded in 2014, it provides a platform where users can connect, share, and assist each other, facilitating collaborative learning. The platform incorporates artificial intelligence to offer immediate feedback on pronunciation and fluency, enabling learners to improve their speaking skills effectively. Sensay also explores innovative Web3 technologies, including decentralized applications and blockchain-enabled messaging solutions, with its flagship product being Sense Chat. This combination of peer support and AI-driven assessment positions Sensay as a unique player in the educational technology sector.
Mappy
Seed Round in 2022
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 specializes in mindset personal training and wellness services tailored for the workplace. The company offers a unique blend of mindfulness techniques and traditional practices aimed at enhancing emotional resilience against stress. Its offerings include healing sessions, live workshops, and a range of products such as crystals and other healing tools. By focusing on energy healing and self-care, Before Noon provides employees with resources to manage stress and promote relaxation in a corporate environment.
CleverFi
Venture Round in 2022
CleverFi helps travelers to connect to the most secure and reliable Wi-Fi, AUTOMAGICALLY ... so you never have to ask for the Wi-Fi password, EVER AGAIN! CleverFi helps business owners and providers to deliver the best WiFi experience to their customers and guest; We reduce friction and create a repeatable experience... it works with existing infrastructures and doesn't require an APP to use it. https://linktr.ee/cleverfi
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.
Mount
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.
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 a premium connectivity platform that provides a secure eSIM solution for global travel companies, enhancing cellular data services in over 160 countries. The platform enables travel-related businesses to create new revenue streams and improve mobile engagement by offering affordable data packages that can significantly reduce roaming costs for travelers. Celitech's technology includes a programmable eSIM API that integrates with various web and mobile applications, allowing businesses to utilize mobile analytics for upselling opportunities. By focusing on both customer connectivity and analytics, Celitech helps travel companies enhance their services and engage effectively with their customers.
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
Seed Round in 2021
TomYo is a developer of an educational technology platform focused on empowering content creators to build their own mobile learning applications. The platform enables users to create and monetize content, such as language courses and mentorship programs, while providing access to valuable resources like university information and scholarship opportunities. By utilizing a personalized recommendation engine, TomYo facilitates connections between learners and educational content providers based on individual learning preferences. This approach aims to foster community engagement and support the development of the nation's youth through accessible and tailored educational experiences.
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
Seed Round in 2021
In an increasingly globalized world, demand for language learning has soared. However, advanced students are limited to choosing between classroom lectures, or apps that entertain more than they educate. Inkah leverages the explosion of entertaining, popular long-tail native social content, especially short-form video, by building a content marketplace that combines the best of rigorous language learning with highly personalized, engaging content. Instead of solely building the curriculum in-house, we help educators and textbook authors leverage this long-tail of content to turn their own structured curriculums into dynamic, monetizable app experiences.
HOKALI
Convertible Note in 2021
Operator of a Business-to-business (B2B) intended to simplify handling sales, scheduling, paperwork, insurance, and support tasks. The company's platform simplifies the process of booking, organizing, and managing after-school programs and camps, thereby enabling schools to easily find and book a variety of onsite programs and camps to supplement learning and enrich students' extracurricular experiences.
Nella Media Group
Seed Round in 2021
NMG Network is the leading creator of custom media experiences for luxury and leisure travel, hospitality, and premium residential partners. They provide custom publishing, branding, advertising, creative development, content marketing, advertising sales, video production, media, travel media, hospitality media, luxury media, luxury advertising, content marketing, brand storytelling, and storytelling.
Liquid Presentation
Seed Round in 2021
Liquid Presentation operates an online platform tailored for sales representatives within the liquor distribution industry in the United States. The company focuses on streamlining and automating the sales and brand-building processes for liquor distributors and suppliers. By enhancing these cycles, Liquid Presentation aims to increase beverage sales volume and assist clients in improving their brand presence in the 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
Seed Round in 2021
Clubba offers virtual after-school activities for children aged 5 to 13, providing a diverse range of programs such as wellness, meditation, movement, singing, acting, coding, and dance. Led by college student counselors, these classes are designed to engage children in enriching experiences while allowing college students to earn income through teaching and sharing their passions. The platform aims to foster creativity and personal growth in kids by exposing them to various activities in a flexible online environment.
Energy311
Seed Round in 2020
Energy311 Inc. is a San Diego-based company that provides utility billing and monitoring services specifically for commercial properties. Founded in 2020, the company specializes in installing e-meters and Internet of Things (IoT) devices that upload energy data to the cloud. This technology facilitates comprehensive energy reporting and enables efficient bill delivery and payment collection between property owners and tenants. By ensuring accurate and fair utility billing, Energy311 aims to enhance the energy management experience for both landlords and tenants.
Appsurify
Seed Round in 2020
Appsurify, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in quality assurance (QA) testing software through its product, TestBrain. Founded in 2017 and based in Santa Monica, California, with a development team in Auckland, New Zealand, Appsurify leverages machine learning to significantly enhance the efficiency of software testing. TestBrain automates the mapping of tests to code changes, allowing it to identify a targeted subset of tests necessary for validating updates, thus expediting the testing process by 10 to 50 times. Additionally, the software helps prioritize manual testing by pinpointing code changes that are most likely to contain defects. This approach enables development teams to streamline their testing workflows, accelerate release cycles, and reduce associated costs, ultimately improving overall software quality.
RendezView
Pre Seed Round in 2020
RendezView is a software development company specializing in collaboration and communication technologies.
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. By utilizing the Give + Get model, travelers can unlock exclusive rates and perks at participating hotels by donating a minimum of $10 to locally vetted charities that focus on community wellbeing. All donations are directed entirely to these charities, which are aligned with the United Nations’ Global Goals for Sustainable Development, addressing issues such as poverty, environmental sustainability, and equality. As of 2021, Kind Traveler features 140 hotels across 22 countries, providing travelers with options that prioritize wellness, sustainability, and community impact. The platform has received significant recognition, being featured in over 525 media outlets and earning multiple awards, including the 2021 Newsweek Future of Travel Award and the 2018 Best Ethical Travel Agency by ELUXE Magazine. Kind Traveler's commitment to social responsibility in travel positions it as a leader in the sustainable tourism sector.
LeadRoommate
Pre Seed Round in 2020
LeadRoommate is a rental management platform aimed at homeowners seeking to fill vacancies in high-end rentals. The service recruits and evaluates potential lead roommates who take on the responsibility of managing the property in exchange for rewards such as discounts on rent or incentives like electronics. This model addresses the challenges homeowners face when their properties remain unoccupied for extended periods, leading to significant financial burdens from mortgage payments and taxes. By facilitating roommate arrangements, LeadRoommate reduces the time it takes to secure tenants, while also aiming to mitigate common issues associated with renting to multiple individuals, such as payment delays and property mismanagement. Ultimately, the platform seeks to create a mutually beneficial relationship between landlords and tenants, where homeowners can generate income and renters can enjoy lower living costs.
3Rwater
Seed Round in 2020
3Rwater, Inc. is a company focused on developing innovative solutions for stormwater management through its tool, Follow the Drop. This climate change adaptation tool assists cities, counties, stormwater utilities, and environmental consultants by analyzing data to determine the amount of stormwater generated by properties and identifying opportunities to mitigate runoff via green infrastructure. Additionally, it supports property owners in accessing incentive programs designed to reduce stormwater runoff. The tool enhances asset management for green infrastructure projects and provides educational resources to build community resilience in addressing stormwater challenges. Founded in 2019, 3Rwater is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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 is a company that specializes in developing a location-based audio guide application, aimed at enhancing the tourist experience in Hawaii. Founded in 2016 and based in Kapolei, Hawaii, the application offers guided tour experiences for various locations, including Oahu, Big Island, Maui, and Kauai. Utilizing GPS technology, Shaka Guide provides tourists with self-guided tours that deliver engaging stories, historical insights, and recommendations for activities at specific sites. This innovative platform allows users to explore the Hawaiian Islands at their own pace, offering the advantages of a personal tour guide while maintaining the convenience and accessibility of a mobile app.
Instant Teams
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Instant Teams, Inc. offers a remote workforce management platform that connects businesses with high-quality talent, primarily drawing from military spouses and underserved communities. The company's technology platform, Arti, assists hiring managers by defining talent needs and timelines, while matching them with pre-qualified, native English-speaking team members. In addition to recruitment, Instant Teams provides comprehensive management tools for payroll, compliance, time tracking, and reporting, supporting the entire employee lifecycle. Founded in 2016 and based in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Instant Teams aims to address the challenges of talent acquisition and retention in customer support and operational roles. Its client roster includes notable companies such as Walmart, Amazon, and CrowdStrike, demonstrating the effectiveness of its plug-and-play solution for scaling support operations.
Via
Seed Round in 2019
Via is a customer engagement platform designed to enhance the connection between e-commerce businesses and their customers. By utilizing SMS and mobile app technology, Via allows businesses to communicate with their customers through their preferred devices and applications. The platform supports integration with popular e-commerce solutions like Shopify and BigCommerce, enabling companies to drive engagement and improve customer satisfaction through targeted SMS and push notifications.
Dataplor
Seed Round in 2019
Dataplor Inc. is a location intelligence platform that specializes in collecting and providing 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, the company indexes micro businesses in emerging markets through primary research. Dataplor's platform utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to offer real-time data verification and augmentation, enabling businesses to customize their data collection needs efficiently. This innovative approach connects companies with an on-demand mobile workforce, facilitating timely access to accurate insights about local firms.
DRiVR AI
Pre Seed Round in 2019
DRiVR AI, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-connected dash cam application designed for drivers. The application, known as DRiVR, utilizes artificial intelligence and visual recognition to analyze driving behavior, capture incident data, and provide real-time alerts about hazardous road conditions. It offers features such as accident documentation, mapping, and GPS functionality, allowing users to efficiently record incidents, including automobile damages and injuries. DRiVR caters to various segments, including car insurance companies, professional and commercial drivers, and ride-share services. The platform streamlines claims processing by capturing critical information at the moment of an incident, reducing cycle time, and creating comprehensive reports that are easy to share. Founded in 2016 and based in Santa Monica, California, DRiVR AI aims to enhance road safety and improve the overall driving experience through its innovative technology.
Mintrics
Seed Round in 2019
A SaaS based Social Video Analytics & Intelligence Platform that empowers publishers to double their viewership by making data driven decisions
Cruisio
Seed Round in 2019
Cruisio is a cleantech autotech company that specializes in developing aftermarket devices for the trucking industry. Their innovative technology, inspired by natural systems, is designed to enhance vehicle performance by attaching to gas pedals, resulting in significant fuel efficiency improvements. By utilizing momentum and pulsed drive systems, Cruisio's device helps trucking companies reduce fuel consumption, potentially saving them hundreds of thousands of dollars. The company's mission is to promote energy efficiency and contribute to a low carbon future in the transportation sector.
UNUM
Pre Seed Round in 2019
UNUM, Inc. is a California-based company that has developed a customizable platform designed to enhance the connection between content and creators. Founded in 2015, UNUM offers tools for planning, editing, and publishing digital content, catering to businesses, photographers, creators, and agencies. Its application includes features such as a photo editor, video editor, story templates, and text tools, which help users amplify their presence on social media, particularly on Instagram. The platform serves as a storytelling hub, providing valuable insights and analytics that facilitate collaboration among designers and social media influencers. Through its innovative solutions, UNUM aims to empower users in their digital content creation efforts.
Junction AI
Seed Round in 2019
Junction AI Inc. is a Dallas-based company that specializes in developing an AI-enhanced platform aimed at marketers. The platform analyzes ad creatives—including images, videos, and text—to optimize the effectiveness of advertisements, social media posts, and web promotions. Founded in 2015 and originally named Instant Local Inc., Junction AI transitioned to its current name in February 2018. The company's technology enables product and category managers to act as AI operators, allowing them to generate precise forecasts for individual items across various stores and channels. By harnessing vast amounts of data, Junction AI provides insights for sales and automates the creation of product listings for e-commerce platforms. The platform also personalizes marketing efforts, tailoring promotions to individual customers by leveraging an advanced recommendations engine that integrates diverse data assets, ultimately enhancing customer loyalty and engagement.
Hostfully
Seed Round in 2019
Hostfully, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing a comprehensive platform for vacation rental management. Founded in 2015, Hostfully offers property managers tools to automate operations, enhance guest experiences, and increase revenue. Its platform features digital guidebooks that provide travelers with essential property information and local recommendations, helping to simplify the travel experience. Additionally, Hostfully facilitates the distribution of property listings to major platforms such as Airbnb, HomeAway, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor. The company serves vacation rental managers worldwide, supporting approximately 10,000 properties across 80 countries. With integrated solutions for payments and accounting, Hostfully aims to streamline operations for vacation rental companies while improving guest satisfaction.
Vroom Delivery
Seed Round in 2018
Vroom Delivery Inc. is an e-commerce marketplace based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2015. The company specializes in the trading and distribution of a wide range of products, including fresh food, beverages, and groceries, specifically targeting the $233 billion convenience store industry. Vroom Delivery has developed a logistics platform that provides convenience stores and small markets with the tools necessary to create online stores and manage their e-commerce operations efficiently. This platform facilitates the quick and cost-effective implementation of delivery services, enabling businesses to enhance their service offerings and meet consumer demands in the digital marketplace.
IMMERSELY
Seed Round in 2018
IMMERSELY is a platform that enables advertisers and game publishers to turn 3D in-game environment into immersive advertising opportunities.
Pixery
Seed Round in 2018
Pixery, Inc. is a micro-brand platform based in Sacramento, California, designed to assist creators in monetizing their unique brands. The platform enables influencers to easily develop and sell upscale merchandise, providing them with tools for printing quality products as well as support for fulfillment, packaging, and shipping. By facilitating the creation and sale of personalized merchandise, Pixery empowers users to transform their ideas into tangible products, thereby helping them build a sustainable income while promoting 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
Originally launched in 2016 as an influencer marketing platform that connected brands with live streamers on Twitch.tv. The StreamFluence management platform now allows content creators from every social media channel access to the resources they need to run a successful business; services include audience analytics, graphic design, sponsorship sourcing, financial planning, and automated tax accounting.
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. operates an innovative online marketplace that allows brands to book event vendors and planners seamlessly. Founded in 2015 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the platform enables users to visualize their events in virtual reality while facilitating the booking of essential services such as venues, entertainers, and catering. Trusted by notable brands including Microsoft, Mary Kay, and TriNet, Youcanevent provides a comprehensive solution for event organizers to create engaging and memorable experiences.
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 is a travel sharing tool and mobile application founded in 2015 and based in Kapaa, Hawaii. The platform is designed to assist travelers and travel industry professionals in gathering, planning, and sharing trip information. It offers features that facilitate online research, visual organization of travel itineraries, and mapping of ideas and activities, enabling users to seamlessly collaborate with travel partners in the trip planning process.
VR Front Desk
Seed Round in 2017
VR Front Desk Corporation is a virtual property management company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, established in 2017. The company provides a web-based platform called Your Front Desk, which offers a 24/7 concierge service tailored for short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. This platform manages guest communications, addresses inquiries, handles booking requests, and offers additional support, all for a low monthly fee. By streamlining property management tasks, VR Front Desk enhances the rental experience for both property owners and guests.
KallFly
Seed Round in 2017
Kallfly is an On-Demand virtual Contact Center marketplace, connecting businesses with experienced home-based call center agents. Instead of contracting with a traditional call center, businesses can allocate resources through Kallfly’s web site. Instead of commuting to an office, call center agents can work from home, using their laptops or phones.
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 is a private live streaming app for close friends. LIVEO allows you to stream to only the people that you choose to invite. There are features such as friend grouping, recently shared groups, and stream requests.
Beachly Brands
Seed Round in 2017
Beachly Brands specializes in providing curated, beach-inspired apparel and accessories through subscription boxes and direct-to-consumer sales. The company focuses on delivering seasonal collections of women's clothing, gifts, and lifestyle products that reflect beach culture and an active lifestyle. By offering these products at competitive prices, Beachly Brands aims to connect consumers with their aspirational lifestyles while ensuring affordability and quality in their retail services. The company's online platform facilitates convenient ordering and delivery, making it accessible for enthusiasts around the world.
aXessPoint
Seed Round in 2016
aXessPoint is a property management company that focuses on enhancing the management of properties, facilities, and enterprises through digital technology solutions. Their platform is designed to improve communication between landlords and tenants while optimizing and automating standard workflows, such as maintenance requests and preventative maintenance activities. By streamlining these processes, aXessPoint enables property managers to reduce stress and save money, ultimately allowing stakeholders to make strategic decisions that lead to valuable savings. These savings can then be reinvested into communities, contributing to overall improvements in property management and community well-being.
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. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing a comprehensive platform for vacation rental management. Founded in 2015, Hostfully offers property managers tools to automate operations, enhance guest experiences, and increase revenue. Its platform features digital guidebooks that provide travelers with essential property information and local recommendations, helping to simplify the travel experience. Additionally, Hostfully facilitates the distribution of property listings to major platforms such as Airbnb, HomeAway, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor. The company serves vacation rental managers worldwide, supporting approximately 10,000 properties across 80 countries. With integrated solutions for payments and accounting, Hostfully aims to streamline operations for vacation rental companies while improving guest satisfaction.
MailGapp
Seed Round in 2016
We are the first cloud based postal mail service that manages and facilitates your business needs by delivering mail to your mobile device through the cloud. Don’t waste valuable time running back and forth to the mailbox looking for that important check until you know it's in your mailbox.
UNUM
Seed Round in 2016
UNUM, Inc. is a California-based company that has developed a customizable platform designed to enhance the connection between content and creators. Founded in 2015, UNUM offers tools for planning, editing, and publishing digital content, catering to businesses, photographers, creators, and agencies. Its application includes features such as a photo editor, video editor, story templates, and text tools, which help users amplify their presence on social media, particularly on Instagram. The platform serves as a storytelling hub, providing valuable insights and analytics that facilitate collaboration among designers and social media influencers. Through its innovative solutions, UNUM aims to empower users in their digital content creation efforts.
Contix
Seed Round in 2016
Contix, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in social media intelligence analytics for the finance sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, it offers desktop, mobile, and API products that empower investors to harness insights from social media and other data streams. By analyzing these sources, Contix identifies breaking news events and market trends that can influence asset valuations. Its platform generates trading signals based on user-defined criteria, delivering actionable information to both human traders and proprietary trading systems. This enables financial market participants, including cryptocurrency traders and investors, to make informed decisions based on real-time data before it becomes widely reported in mainstream media. Contix operates as a subsidiary of Ikayzo, Inc.
Brandcrowder
Seed Round in 2016
Brandcrowder offers its users with an equity crowdfunding platform that focuses on the global franchising sector. It curates quality insider franchise deals within the emerging market segment and supported by experienced and vetted franchise developers in order to produce premium above market rate profit yields. Brandcrowder is based in the United States and the company was launched in 2015.
DPH Ventures
Seed Round in 2016
DPH Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage media and entertainment startups. With a world-class team, the firm aims to proactively engage with the rapidly growing digital video marketplace. By supporting innovative companies in this sector, DPH Ventures enables its clients and partners to advance their strategic objectives while fostering the development of emerging talent and technologies in the media landscape.
Activiter
Seed Round in 2016
Activiter operates an online platform that provides travel brands with a seamless tee time service for their golfing guests, along with managed tee time services. Founded in 2015 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company also offers a digital distribution platform designed for on-demand goods and services. This white-labeled platform serves as a comprehensive tool for travel companies and planned communities. Additionally, Activiter develops a business management platform tailored for tour operators, offering an API for travel portals to facilitate bookings. The company generates revenue through commissions on bookings made through its platform, enhancing clients' efficiency and expanding their market reach.
KeyReply
Angel Round in 2016
KeyReply is an enterprise conversation AI platform that specializes in knowledge management and patient engagement automation. It offers tailored workflows for patient servicing and access to medical protocol information, ensuring that both patients and clinicians receive relevant answers derived from the organization's content. This solution addresses the challenges of traditional customer support in healthcare, which often relies on costly and inconsistent manual processes. KeyReply is particularly beneficial for hospitals, enabling them to enhance response times and rates while utilizing less skilled staff, thereby improving patient satisfaction in a high-turnover environment. The platform also supports accurate and efficient information dissemination and leverages text analytics to gather strategic feedback on patient concerns. KeyReply facilitates end-to-end transactions and cross-domain queries, significantly improving customer service turnaround times and speeding up information retrieval. Furthermore, it is accredited by the Integrated Health Information Systems in Singapore as a Health Chatbot solution and serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, allowing enterprises to enhance stakeholder engagement through omnichannel platforms.
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 knowledge management and patient engagement automation. It offers tailored workflows for patient servicing and access to medical protocol information, ensuring that both patients and clinicians receive relevant answers derived from the organization's content. This solution addresses the challenges of traditional customer support in healthcare, which often relies on costly and inconsistent manual processes. KeyReply is particularly beneficial for hospitals, enabling them to enhance response times and rates while utilizing less skilled staff, thereby improving patient satisfaction in a high-turnover environment. The platform also supports accurate and efficient information dissemination and leverages text analytics to gather strategic feedback on patient concerns. KeyReply facilitates end-to-end transactions and cross-domain queries, significantly improving customer service turnaround times and speeding up information retrieval. Furthermore, it is accredited by the Integrated Health Information Systems in Singapore as a Health Chatbot solution and serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, allowing enterprises to enhance stakeholder engagement through omnichannel platforms.
Comprendio
Seed Round in 2016
Comprendio Inc. is a company based in Honolulu, Hawaii, that specializes in developing a web application focused on knowledge visualization and analytics. Its tool provides real-time assessment and feedback to learners in both educational and enterprise settings. Comprendio aims to address the significant challenge of technology adoption in education, where a substantial percentage of edtech licenses remain underutilized. By leveraging methodologies created by its founders in Title 1 classrooms, Comprendio has demonstrated the ability to significantly improve student pass rates. The company’s platform empowers educators and customer success teams by providing valuable insights that enhance engagement during the onboarding and implementation phases of educational technologies. Comprendio positions itself as a critical resource for both solution providers and school leaders, helping to ensure that educational tools achieve their intended impact.
Questorganizer, INC.
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 designed to enhance the way companies interact with their clients. The platform analyzes contacts and gathers insights about individuals, organizations, and customers that users correspond with, allowing businesses to better understand their relationships. By grouping important contacts and providing relevant information, Zefyr.io helps companies maintain strong connections with their customers and ultimately supports business growth.
NestEggGuru
Seed Round in 2015
Nest Egg Guru, Inc. is a company that develops a web-based application tailored for independent financial advisers, focusing on retirement planning. Founded in 2012 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the company offers a suite of tools that help financial advisers educate and engage with clients. Its platform features unique calculators that allow users to stress-test retirement savings and spending strategies without needing to make explicit assumptions about future market conditions. By enabling users to explore how various controllable factors, such as asset allocation and withdrawal strategies, impact their financial outcomes, Nest Egg Guru encourages a realistic approach to retirement planning. The user-friendly design aims to enhance the experience for both advisers and clients, promoting a focus on preparing for potential challenges rather than relying solely on optimistic projections.
KeyReply
Angel Round in 2015
KeyReply is an enterprise conversation AI platform that specializes in knowledge management and patient engagement automation. It offers tailored workflows for patient servicing and access to medical protocol information, ensuring that both patients and clinicians receive relevant answers derived from the organization's content. This solution addresses the challenges of traditional customer support in healthcare, which often relies on costly and inconsistent manual processes. KeyReply is particularly beneficial for hospitals, enabling them to enhance response times and rates while utilizing less skilled staff, thereby improving patient satisfaction in a high-turnover environment. The platform also supports accurate and efficient information dissemination and leverages text analytics to gather strategic feedback on patient concerns. KeyReply facilitates end-to-end transactions and cross-domain queries, significantly improving customer service turnaround times and speeding up information retrieval. Furthermore, it is accredited by the Integrated Health Information Systems in Singapore as a Health Chatbot solution and serves as a WhatsApp Business Solution Provider, allowing enterprises to enhance stakeholder engagement through omnichannel platforms.
Grumble
Seed Round in 2015
Grumble is an iOS mobile app and social media message board that allows its users to find out what their colleagues and classmates think about. Its users can join anonymous groups to see what the communities are discussing about. It also allows its users to stay in the know on their colleges and campuses, in their offices, or on whatever topics they feel like joining. Individuals can share any funny or interesting discoveries that they make with Facebook and Twitter. Grumble is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2015.
Leet
Seed Round in 2015
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 an image-based product engine that generates leads for e-commerce platforms. The engine analyzes trends, tracks competitors, performs market research, and generates campaign analytics. Findally was launched by Kevin Yu in 2014 and is based in Los Angeles, California.
VRCHIVE
Seed Round in 2015
VRCHIVE is a content distribution platform based in San Jose, California, that specializes in hosting 360-degree images. Launched in 2014, the platform enables professional photographers and casual users alike to view, share, and relive memories through monoscopic and stereoscopic spherical images, including screenshots and panoramas. By providing a user-friendly interface, VRCHIVE connects photographers with consumers, enhancing the experience of sharing virtual reality content. As the demand for 360-degree virtual world photos rises, VRCHIVE positions itself as a significant player in the burgeoning VR industry, anticipated to grow substantially in the coming years. The platform is often likened to "Imgur for VR," reflecting its focus on making photo-sharing accessible in a virtual reality context.
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
Seed Round in 2015
Huedoku is a color puzzle app that enhances visual literacy and perception through engaging gameplay. The application presents users with harmonic colors arranged in a unique format, which are then scrambled. Players are challenged to restore the colors by moving pixels into place, fostering an intuitive understanding of color relationships. This innovative approach not only serves as an addictive game but also provides educational benefits and brain training. Users can create, share, and play patent-pending color puzzles derived from photos, allowing them to explore the art and culture of color. Huedoku aims to transform how individuals perceive and interact with color, making it simple to learn yet challenging to master.
Ujoin
Seed Round in 2015
Ujoin, Inc. operates a software-as-a-service platform designed to assist nonprofits and businesses in building and managing their email lists to advocate effectively on policy issues. Founded in 2014 and based in Burlingame, California, the platform enables organizations to create action pages that facilitate unique communications, including video messages, directed at legislators and government officials. Ujoin also offers a legislative bill-tracking feature that allows users to monitor relevant legislation and send action alerts to their communities. As a for-profit social benefit company, Ujoin aims to provide accessible advocacy and email management tools to small and mid-sized organizations, empowering them to influence policy and engage their audiences effectively.
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 company that specializes in developing a location-based augmented reality (AR) content management platform. This platform enables marketers to create immersive AR experiences by integrating AR technology with GPS and Beacon technology into mobile applications. One of its key offerings, CandyBAR, connects marketers and users through virtual promotions and advertisements, while also providing analytics services to evaluate campaign performance. In 2018, Candy Lab launched ARFuse, a cross-platform location-based AR solution that simplifies app development for creators by offering templates and a robust backend through the ARFuse Portal. This technology allows for real-time content delivery and detailed analytics. Candy Lab's innovative approach to combining AR with real-world interactions aims to enhance user engagement and drive conversion for brands. Founded in 2011 and based in Irvine, California, the company has received recognition for its contributions to digital creative technology and integrated marketing campaigns.
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. operates an online platform and a GPS-based app designed to help users discover and promote happy hour specials from various restaurants. Founded in 2013 and based in Honolulu, Hawaii, the platform allows restaurant owners and managers to update and manage their happy hour menus, daily specials, and essential information directly. Users can search for happy hour deals by food, drink, time, and location, making it easy to find nearby options. The app also enables users to share details with friends via text or email and invites them to meet up. Additionally, it offers a rewards system for checking into different locations, enhancing user engagement and experience.
Lilikoi
Seed Round in 2014
Lilikoi is an application development company specializing in the design and creation of websites, online applications, and mobile applications. The company also offers custom 3D printing services for rapid prototyping, ideation, and proof of concept, allowing clients to develop effective and visually appealing mobile applications. Through its diverse range of services, Lilikoi aims to meet the needs of users seeking innovative digital solutions.
Travelcations
Seed Round in 2014
Travelcations redefining healthy aging through lifestyle. Science-based methodology providing offline and online programs that promote brain health for 50+ .
Beekly
Seed Round in 2014
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, facilitating efficient hiring processes. Founded in 2010 and based in Hawaii, the company offers a web-based application that streamlines collaboration between employers and affiliates, eliminating the need for extensive phone calls with recruiters and reducing time spent sorting through unqualified resumes. JobRangers emphasizes the use of crowd-sourced social recruiting and data analytics to enhance talent acquisition, allowing candidates to browse job openings and secure positions that match their qualifications and job requirements. By leveraging big data and machine learning technologies, JobRangers aims to improve the overall efficiency of the recruitment process for both companies and job seekers.
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 is a content distribution platform based in San Jose, California, that specializes in hosting 360-degree images. Launched in 2014, the platform enables professional photographers and casual users alike to view, share, and relive memories through monoscopic and stereoscopic spherical images, including screenshots and panoramas. By providing a user-friendly interface, VRCHIVE connects photographers with consumers, enhancing the experience of sharing virtual reality content. As the demand for 360-degree virtual world photos rises, VRCHIVE positions itself as a significant player in the burgeoning VR industry, anticipated to grow substantially in the coming years. The platform is often likened to "Imgur for VR," reflecting its focus on making photo-sharing accessible in a virtual reality context.
Vantage Sports
Venture Round in 2014
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics platform that specializes in providing in-depth analysis of sports performance. Founded in 2011 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive data collection platform that tracks athlete and franchise statistics, particularly in the NBA, extending beyond conventional metrics. This platform caters to sports teams, media outlets, and fans, enabling them to gather, analyze, and utilize data effectively. By leveraging advanced data-gathering engines, Vantage Sports aims to deliver an extensive and visionary dataset that enhances performance insights for various stakeholders in the sports industry. The company operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC.
Vantage Sports
Venture Round in 2014
Vantage Sports, Inc. is a data and video analytics platform that specializes in providing in-depth analysis of sports performance. Founded in 2011 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive data collection platform that tracks athlete and franchise statistics, particularly in the NBA, extending beyond conventional metrics. This platform caters to sports teams, media outlets, and fans, enabling them to gather, analyze, and utilize data effectively. By leveraging advanced data-gathering engines, Vantage Sports aims to deliver an extensive and visionary dataset that enhances performance insights for various stakeholders in the sports industry. The company operates as a subsidiary of Competitive Analytics Consulting LLC.
Focus Opus
Seed Round in 2014
Focus Opus Inc. operates an online service that helps people shape their behaviors to better achieve their life goals. It was founded in April 2014 and is based in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States.
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