Hollywood Unlocked
Seed Round in 2023
Hollywood Unlocked is a Black-owned digital platform offering news articles and insights on Hollywood, covering music, fashion, lifestyle, shows, videos, and celebrity trends.
thatgamecompany
Secondary Market in 2021
thatgamecompany is a video game developer founded in 2006 and based in Los Angeles. The company designs and develops artistically crafted, broadly accessible video games for consoles, computers, and mobile devices, aiming to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment and provide meaningful, enriching experiences that touch and inspire players.
Epic Games
Secondary Market in 2021
Epic Games is an American video game and software company that develops games for PC, consoles, mobile devices, augmented reality, virtual reality, and the Web. It licenses and provides its Unreal Engine technology to other developers, enabling the creation of high-fidelity, interactive experiences. The company operates a digital storefront that allows developers to publish, distribute, and monetize games and 3D content, supporting cross-platform compatibility and scalable performance across PC, console, mobile, and immersive devices.
La Haus is an online residential platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Medellín, Antioquia. The company provides a digital marketplace that assists individuals in locating their ideal homes. Its platform features a variety of property listings and offers recommendations from real estate specialists, all at no cost to users. By streamlining the home-search process, La Haus enables customers to explore multiple options efficiently while also helping them save money.
DuckDuckGo
Series C in 2021
DuckDuckGo is an independent internet privacy company focused on protecting users from online tracking. Founded in 2008 as a privacy-friendly alternative to Google Search, it offers an all-in-one privacy solution through the DuckDuckGo web browser for mobile and desktop. The browser includes a search engine that does not spy on searches and features more than a dozen other privacy protections enabled by default, delivering stronger online privacy without sacrificing usability. The company serves a global user base of more than 100 million users.
Thirty Madison
Series C in 2021
Thirty Madison, Inc. is a digital health company based in Astoria, New York, that focuses on providing specialized healthcare solutions for patients with chronic conditions. Founded in 2016, the company operates several condition-specific brands, including Keeps, which offers a subscription-based service for men’s hair loss prevention; Cove, which provides online consultations and prescriptions for migraine treatment; Picnic, targeting allergies; Facet for skin conditions; and NURX for sexual health. Each brand is designed to address the unique needs of its community, offering personalized treatments and support. Thirty Madison emphasizes a human-centered approach, empowering individuals with accessible and effective healthcare solutions tailored to their ongoing conditions.
MasterClass
Secondary Market in 2021
MasterClass is an online education platform that provides video-based courses across a diverse array of subjects, including arts, business, design, sports, and writing. The platform features lessons taught by renowned celebrities, athletes, and industry leaders, making high-quality education accessible to a broad audience. In addition to video instruction, MasterClass offers interactive exercises and supplementary course materials to enhance the learning experience. This approach allows users to develop their skills and knowledge, ultimately supporting their academic and professional growth.
SoundHound
Secondary Market in 2021
SoundHound Inc. develops voice-enabled artificial intelligence technology for conversational experiences across various industries. Its platform enables businesses to create customized voice interactions while providing valuable data insights.
MainStreet
Venture Round in 2021
MainStreet, founded in 2019 by Daniel Griffin, Doug Ludlow, and Dan Lindquist in San Jose, California, is a company that assists startups and small to medium-sized businesses in identifying and claiming government incentives, tax credits, deductions, and stimulus funds. Its platform analyzes payroll and accounting systems to align clients with applicable federal, state, and local tax credits while managing legal workflows, ultimately aiming to save clients both time and money. MainStreet charges a flat success fee of 20% upon the disbursement of incentives. In addition to its core services, the company also provides personal finance tips and advice to help consumers grow their wealth and improve their financial well-being. Headquartered in the United States, MainStreet is supported by prominent investors, including SignalFire and Gradient Ventures.
Akash Systems
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2016, Akash Systems specializes in developing advanced satellite technologies. The company is renowned for its innovative use of gallium nitride (GaN)-on-Diamond composite material, which enhances energy efficiency and reduces the size and weight of satellite transmitters and CubeSats. Headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Airvet Inc. is a veterinary telemedicine platform that connects pet owners with veterinarians through its mobile application. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, Airvet enables users to schedule virtual appointments, facilitating real-time interactions via video, audio, and chat. The platform aims to enhance the continuity of care between pet parents and their veterinarians, thereby strengthening existing relationships. Airvet's services include general health checkups, addressing medical and behavioral questions, and conducting follow-up consultations, all designed to provide affordable access to veterinary care. By modernizing the pet care experience, Airvet helps ensure that pets receive the necessary support to lead happy and healthy lives.
ZenWTR
Venture Round in 2020
ZenWTR is a company that produces vapor-distilled alkaline water, prioritizing environmental sustainability by using recyclable ocean-bound plastic for its packaging. Each bottle is crafted from up to five plastic bottles rescued from coastal environments, demonstrating a commitment to reducing plastic pollution in these areas. ZenWTR aims to provide consumers with fresh drinking water while promoting eco-friendly practices through the use of recycled materials. The company offers its products in various sizes, making them accessible and affordable for a wide range of consumers.
SoFi
Secondary Market in 2019
SoFi is a San Francisco–based financial services company offering lending, banking, and wealth management products designed to help individuals borrow, save, spend, and invest. Its offerings include personal loans, MBA and student loan refinancing, mortgages, checking and savings accounts, and credit cards, as well as investment and retirement planning services. The company also provides small business financing as part of its product suite. By combining digital tools with traditional financial services, SoFi targets early-stage professionals seeking to manage debt, build savings, and pursue long-term financial goals.
MOTI
Venture Round in 2019
MOTI, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in New York, founded in 2015, that focuses on personal habit formation through an interactive device. The device serves as a smart companion designed to empower users in building healthier habits, such as regular exercise or improved sleep patterns. Unlike traditional tracking tools, MOTI offers a unique experience by incorporating interactive features such as lights, sounds, and vibrations that celebrate accomplishments and encourage accountability throughout the day. Its design is informed by principles from behavioral science and human-centered design, enabling MOTI to adapt and evolve its interactions based on individual user preferences. This personalized approach fosters a deeper connection, making habit formation not only effective but also enjoyable.
eToro
Venture Round in 2019
eToro is a global multi-asset investment platform founded in 2007, based in London. It empowers individuals to grow their knowledge and wealth by providing a social trading network that allows users to trade various assets including currencies, commodities, indices, crypto assets, and stocks. eToro's platform enables users to manually invest in different asset classes or automatically copy the trades of other successful traders within its community of over 23 million registered users. The company operates as a subsidiary of eToro Group Limited.
Casablanca Paris
Venture Round in 2019
Casablanca Paris is a brand that offers clothes for men's and women's fashion.
Airvet
Venture Round in 2019
Airvet Inc. is a veterinary telemedicine platform that connects pet owners with veterinarians through its mobile application. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, Airvet enables users to schedule virtual appointments, facilitating real-time interactions via video, audio, and chat. The platform aims to enhance the continuity of care between pet parents and their veterinarians, thereby strengthening existing relationships. Airvet's services include general health checkups, addressing medical and behavioral questions, and conducting follow-up consultations, all designed to provide affordable access to veterinary care. By modernizing the pet care experience, Airvet helps ensure that pets receive the necessary support to lead happy and healthy lives.
Grupo ZAP
Venture Round in 2019
Grupo ZAP is a Brazilian real estate company established in 2018, operating as a subsidiary of Bom Negócio Atividades de Internet Ltda. Headquartered in São Paulo with additional offices nationwide, the company specializes in buying, selling, and renting properties. Grupo ZAP leverages its extensive database to provide products, intelligence, services, and information tailored for real estate agents, facilitating informed decisions and generating gains. The company's success is built on the merger of ZAPImóveis and Viva Real in 2017, enabling it to maintain a significant market presence with over 26 offices across Brazil. Monthly, Grupo ZAP generates approximately four million interested contacts for seven million real estate ads and receives around 40 million visits, boasting the largest qualified audience in the Brazilian market. Recognized for its exceptional customer service, the company has been awarded the Época-Reclame Aqui prize.
ATAI Life Sciences
Series B in 2019
ATAI Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for mental health disorders, leveraging psychedelic compounds and neuroscience-based approaches. It operates a platform for mental health drug discovery and development and collaborates with partners and research institutions to advance its pipeline, which includes VLS-01, a buccal-film DMT candidate for treatment-resistant depression, and EMP-01, an oral MDMA therapy for social anxiety disorder, along with a drug discovery program aimed at identifying non-hallucinogenic 5-HT2A receptor agonists for depression. The company is based in Munich, Germany, with additional offices in Berlin and London.
Clutter Inc. is a full-service storage company based in Culver City, California, that specializes in on-demand storage and moving services. Founded in 2013, Clutter assists customers in managing their physical belongings by offering secure storage solutions for a variety of items, including furniture, boxes, bicycles, and seasonal decorations. The company handles the pick-up, storage, and retrieval of these items, ensuring convenience for its clients. Clutter provides an online photo inventory of stored items and includes insurance coverage against theft, loss, natural disasters, and water damage. By leveraging technology and a commitment to customer service, Clutter aims to deliver hassle-free and affordable storage solutions.
Founded in 2015, Jyve is a technology platform that connects businesses with skilled on-demand labor. It operates across most of America, serving grocer, brand, and retailer customers by matching their in-store execution needs with certified skilled workers for tasks such as stocking, auditing, ordering, display building, and e-commerce fulfillment.
Palantir Technologies
Secondary Market in 2019
Palantir Technologies develops data fusion, integration, and analytics software for public institutions, commercial enterprises, and non-profit organizations worldwide. The company offers Gotham, a platform that integrates, manages, secures, and analyzes enterprise data, and Metropolis, a platform that integrates, enriches, models, and analyzes quantitative data for commercial use. Palantir's software supports activities such as anti-fraud, crisis response, cyber security, defense, disaster preparedness, disease response, healthcare delivery, intelligence, law enforcement, insurance analytics, and pharmaceutical research. Its solutions enable collaboration across and within organizations to make sense of large and complex data sets. Palantir serves government, defense, finance, healthcare, and other industries. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Palo Alto, California.
PAX Labs
Venture Round in 2018
PAX Labs, Inc. is a prominent manufacturer of loose-leaf vaporizers and accessories designed for dry herbs and concentrates. With a focus on innovation and premium design, PAX offers a range of products including the PAX 3, PAX 2, and PAX Era, alongside their related accessories. The company also provides an online mobile application to enhance user experience. Founded in 2004 and initially known as Ploom, Inc., PAX Labs rebranded in 2015 and has since established itself as a leader in the vaporization technology sector. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, PAX Labs distributes its products through a network of retailers and distributors in the United States and internationally, as well as via online platforms.
Founded in 2013, Hive develops web-based platforms that connect customers with businesses using deep learning toolkits and computer vision models. Its products include Hive Media for analytics, Hive Security for video analytics, Hive Auto for autonomous vehicles, and Hive Retail for retail operations. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company empowers developers with pre-trained AI models and turnkey software, serving billions of API requests monthly.
JUUL
Venture Round in 2018
JUUL is an electronics company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on providing alternatives for adult smokers through its nicotine vaporizer products. The company aims to eliminate combustible cigarettes by offering a satisfying and less harmful option for the estimated one billion smokers worldwide. JUUL's product line includes e-cigarettes and a variety of free-base nicotine flavors made from natural oils and extracts, designed to help users transition from traditional tobacco smoking. Research conducted by JUUL indicates that hundreds of thousands of smokers have successfully switched to their products, with the company committed to facilitating this transition for millions more in the future.
The Modist
Series A in 2018
The Modist is a Dubai-based online retailer specializing in women's fashion, founded by Algerian entrepreneur Ghizlan Guenez in 2017. It offers a curated selection of luxurious yet modest clothing styles, sourced from international designers and made available through its user-friendly e-commerce platform.
Bird
Venture Round in 2018
Bird is a micro-mobility company that specializes in designing a vehicle-sharing platform focused on providing affordable and sustainable transportation solutions. The platform facilitates access to shared personal electric vehicles, including e-scooters and electric bicycles, which can be easily picked up and dropped off at various locations. By collaborating with cities, Bird aims to enhance urban mobility, reduce car trips, alleviate traffic congestion, and lower carbon emissions. Operating in multiple locations, including over ten cities in Canada, Bird emphasizes accessibility and environmentally friendly transport options, appealing to communities seeking reliable alternatives to traditional motor vehicles.
eToro is a global multi-asset investment platform founded in 2007, based in London. It empowers individuals to grow their knowledge and wealth by providing a social trading network that allows users to trade various assets including currencies, commodities, indices, crypto assets, and stocks. eToro's platform enables users to manually invest in different asset classes or automatically copy the trades of other successful traders within its community of over 23 million registered users. The company operates as a subsidiary of eToro Group Limited.
Bird is a micro-mobility company that specializes in designing a vehicle-sharing platform focused on providing affordable and sustainable transportation solutions. The platform facilitates access to shared personal electric vehicles, including e-scooters and electric bicycles, which can be easily picked up and dropped off at various locations. By collaborating with cities, Bird aims to enhance urban mobility, reduce car trips, alleviate traffic congestion, and lower carbon emissions. Operating in multiple locations, including over ten cities in Canada, Bird emphasizes accessibility and environmentally friendly transport options, appealing to communities seeking reliable alternatives to traditional motor vehicles.
Coinbase Global
Venture Round in 2018
Coinbase Global, established in 2012, operates a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform in the United States. The company facilitates transactions, buying, selling, and storage of digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin for both consumers and merchants. Coinbase offers a range of products including Coinbase.com, a user-friendly platform for bitcoin transactions, a global digital asset exchange, merchant tools, and custodial services. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, California, aims to provide a safe and regulation-compliant entry point into the cryptocurrency economy.
Founded in 2002, SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Its notable projects include Falcon Heavy, Dragon, Starship, and human spaceflight initiatives.
Happy Not Perfect
Seed Round in 2017
Happy Not Perfect LLC is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that focuses on enhancing mental well-being through a combination of products and a dedicated application. The company designs and retails a range of items, including eye masks, t-shirts, diaries, bags, and cannabidiol oil, all aimed at promoting relaxation and emotional fitness. Its application offers users daily happiness workouts that assist in stress reduction, thought processing, and building resilience. Happy Not Perfect's mission is to provide no-nonsense, research-backed tools that empower individuals to improve their mental health and cultivate a positive mindset. Through both its physical products and digital offerings, the company seeks to help people feel good from the inside out.
Happy Not Perfect
Venture Round in 2017
Happy Not Perfect LLC is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that focuses on enhancing mental well-being through a combination of products and a dedicated application. The company designs and retails a range of items, including eye masks, t-shirts, diaries, bags, and cannabidiol oil, all aimed at promoting relaxation and emotional fitness. Its application offers users daily happiness workouts that assist in stress reduction, thought processing, and building resilience. Happy Not Perfect's mission is to provide no-nonsense, research-backed tools that empower individuals to improve their mental health and cultivate a positive mindset. Through both its physical products and digital offerings, the company seeks to help people feel good from the inside out.
Lyft
Venture Round in 2017
Lyft is a transportation company that designs, markets, and operates a mobile application that connects riders with drivers for private and shared rides, with in-app payment and the ability to schedule trips in advance. The platform has expanded to multimodal options, including bike- and scooter-sharing, to provide integrated transportation options. Founded in 2013 and publicly listed in 2019, Lyft is the second-largest ride-sharing service provider in the United States and Canada, serving diverse user segments including college, university, and corporate communities.
Reddit is an online platform that enables users to submit links, create content, and engage in discussions across topic-based communities known as subreddits. The site relies on user-generated content and volunteer moderators to manage conversations and enforce community guidelines. Users participate by posting, commenting, and voting, and can join or form communities around shared interests. Founded in 2005 by Steve Huffman and Alexis Ohanian, Reddit generates revenue primarily from advertising, premium memberships, and data licensing agreements.
ToneDen
Venture Round in 2017
ToneDen, Inc. is a platform designed to assist musicians and creators in building and engaging their audiences online. Founded in 2014 and based in Berkeley, California, ToneDen provides tools that allow artists to personalize their brand, promote their music, grow their fan base, and track their growth effectively. The platform serves over 500,000 creators, businesses, and brands, facilitating the process of reaching potential customers and enhancing sales through automated social marketing solutions. As of November 2020, ToneDen operates as a subsidiary of Eventbrite, Inc.
Founded in 2002, SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Its notable projects include Falcon Heavy, Dragon, Starship, and human spaceflight initiatives.
ToneDen
Seed Round in 2017
ToneDen, Inc. is a platform designed to assist musicians and creators in building and engaging their audiences online. Founded in 2014 and based in Berkeley, California, ToneDen provides tools that allow artists to personalize their brand, promote their music, grow their fan base, and track their growth effectively. The platform serves over 500,000 creators, businesses, and brands, facilitating the process of reaching potential customers and enhancing sales through automated social marketing solutions. As of November 2020, ToneDen operates as a subsidiary of Eventbrite, Inc.
Outlander VC
Venture Round in 2017
Outlander VC, established in 2015 and based in New York, is a venture capital firm that invests in and mentors early-stage startups. It focuses on technology, healthcare, software, and food tech sectors, providing seed and early-stage capital. The firm's mission is to connect visionary founders with necessary capital and expertise to build and scale their innovative ventures.
Clutter Inc. is a full-service storage company based in Culver City, California, that specializes in on-demand storage and moving services. Founded in 2013, Clutter assists customers in managing their physical belongings by offering secure storage solutions for a variety of items, including furniture, boxes, bicycles, and seasonal decorations. The company handles the pick-up, storage, and retrieval of these items, ensuring convenience for its clients. Clutter provides an online photo inventory of stored items and includes insurance coverage against theft, loss, natural disasters, and water damage. By leveraging technology and a commitment to customer service, Clutter aims to deliver hassle-free and affordable storage solutions.
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
Hollywood Unlocked
Seed Round in 2017
Hollywood Unlocked is a Black-owned digital platform offering news articles and insights on Hollywood, covering music, fashion, lifestyle, shows, videos, and celebrity trends.
Pop & Suki
Seed Round in 2017
Pop & Suki, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing a range of jewelry and accessories, including customizable handbags, laptop pouches, tassels, straps, camera bags, and makeup cases. Targeting female clients, the company primarily retails its products through its online portal, allowing customers to choose from various colors and sizes. By offering trendy and personalized accessories, Pop & Suki aims to cater to the diverse tastes and preferences of modern women.
Pop & Suki
Venture Round in 2017
Pop & Suki, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing a range of jewelry and accessories, including customizable handbags, laptop pouches, tassels, straps, camera bags, and makeup cases. Targeting female clients, the company primarily retails its products through its online portal, allowing customers to choose from various colors and sizes. By offering trendy and personalized accessories, Pop & Suki aims to cater to the diverse tastes and preferences of modern women.
Clover Health
Series B in 2015
Clover Health Inc. is a health insurance company that specializes in providing Medicare Advantage plans primarily for senior citizens. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates in several states, including New Jersey, Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Clover Health utilizes a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) platform to enhance the quality of life for its members and their healthcare providers. The company employs patient-centered analytics and a dedicated care management team to identify potential health risks and deliver preventive care, thereby aiming to minimize avoidable spending and manage chronic diseases. Its proprietary software platform, Clover Assistant, offers personalized insights to physicians, supporting early detection and effective management of chronic conditions. Clover Health generates the majority of its revenue from its insurance segment, which includes both PPO and HMO plans.
Founded in 2002, SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Its notable projects include Falcon Heavy, Dragon, Starship, and human spaceflight initiatives.
Flock Freight Inc. is a logistics company that specializes in less than truckload (LTL) freight shipping and management across North America. Founded in 2015 and based in Solana Beach, California, with an additional office in Vista, the company focuses on optimizing freight transport by pooling multiple LTL shipments into full truckloads using proprietary algorithms. This approach minimizes inefficiencies and waste within the freight industry, offering solutions like FlockDirect, which ensures direct routes for shipments without terminal handling, thereby enhancing safety and on-time delivery. Additionally, Flock Freight provides a software platform that facilitates multi-stop shipment pooling, catering to the logistics needs of mid-market and enterprise-level businesses. The company aims to revolutionize the $60 billion LTL freight sector by delivering a superior customer experience and significant economic savings for shippers and carriers alike.