Burch Creative Capital, founded in 2008 and based in New York, is a venture capital firm that adopts a distinctive approach to creating value in the market. Led by Christopher Burch, the firm combines entrepreneurial values with a keen understanding of consumer behavior to identify and nurture new market opportunities. Burch has a notable history, having participated in the growth of over 50 companies throughout his 30-year career. The firm focuses on investing in a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and technology, while also emphasizing creativity as a critical component of successful investing. Burch Creative Capital’s portfolio features a mix of established and emerging brands, such as Nihiwatu Resort and Poppin, alongside well-known names like the Faena Hotel and Tory Burch. The firm not only provides funding but also contributes creativity and insights to support the development of lifestyle and consumer product brands.
Rowing Blazers Ltd. is a New York-based brand founded in 2017 by designer Jack Carlson, specializing in handcrafted blazers made from cotton and wool flannel. The company produces a range of products that includes not only blazers but also ties, hats, polo shirts, rugby shirts, outerwear, and leisurewear, with an emphasis on quality craftsmanship and ethical sourcing. Rowing Blazers is recognized for its colorful and slightly subversive take on classic menswear, merging elements of tailoring, sportswear, and streetwear to redefine "preppy" for a modern audience. The brand has gained a loyal following, including high-profile celebrities, and is known for its limited-edition collaborations with notable names. Beyond its product offerings, Rowing Blazers actively engages with the community through events and partnerships with organizations like Row New York and the NAACP. The company sells its products online, catering to consumers seeking vintage-inspired apparel with a contemporary twist.
RAIN
Series B in 2022
RAIN, Inc. is a digital consultancy based in New York, with additional locations in Lehi, Utah, and Managua, Nicaragua. Founded in 1999, the company specializes in developing voice and conversational artificial intelligence solutions aimed at enhancing productivity for the deskless workforce. RAIN serves various sectors, including hospitality, retail, financial services, and consumer products. In addition to its AI solutions, RAIN offers a range of digital marketing services, such as campaign development, brand planning, community development, and documentary production, leveraging data, technology, and creativity to drive business growth for its clients.
VanGo
Venture Round in 2021
VanGo, LLC is a company that offers on-demand ride services specifically designed for children and teenagers. The service is primarily provided by local mothers, ensuring a familiar and safe environment for young passengers. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, VanGo also features an application that includes functionalities such as push notifications, text messaging, and ride tracking, enhancing the overall experience for both parents and children.
Faena
Venture Round in 2020
Faena is a prominent brand in the lifestyle and hospitality sectors, known for its unique fusion of luxury accommodations with local history and cultural values. The company focuses on creating immersive experiences that transform each destination into a community hub, enhancing its cultural presence. By integrating hotels, residences, and art into eclectic spaces, Faena aims to provide a holistic environment that emphasizes both luxury and social responsibility. Its offerings include high-end dining and personal care facilities that enhance the overall guest experience while promoting cultural engagement.
WIN Brands Group
Venture Round in 2020
WIN Brands Group is a direct-to-consumer brand scale platform that focuses on acquiring and building innovative customer-centric brands. The company specializes in purchasing exceptional, customer-focused companies with a solid track record and enhances their growth through a shared services platform that offers financial backing, marketing support, and eCommerce technology expertise. By integrating these brands into its community, WIN Brands Group enables them to benefit from pooled resources, shared operational costs, and economies of scale, fostering an environment where each brand can thrive and improve its overall business operations across various channels.
Octopus Interactive
Venture Round in 2019
Octopus Interactive Inc. is a company based in Bethesda, Maryland, that offers an innovative application designed for ride-hailing drivers. Founded in 2014, it operates the largest network of rideshare screens in the United States and Canada, providing interactive, location-based advertising technology for the passenger side of vehicles. This platform allows advertisers to engage with a captive audience while offering drivers the opportunity to earn additional income, improve tips, and enhance their ratings by enriching the overall customer experience for riders. Through its interactive video platform, Octopus Interactive bridges the gap between advertising and entertainment in the rideshare industry.
Material Bank
Series A in 2019
Material Bank is an online marketplace tailored for design professionals in the architecture and design sectors, facilitating the discovery and sampling of materials. The platform enables users to conduct complex searches across numerous brands swiftly, allowing designers to find and order samples efficiently. Orders placed by midnight Eastern Time are delivered in a single box by 10:30 AM the following day, with shipping costs covered for design professionals. Material Bank fosters connections between brands and a growing community of vetted design professionals, enhancing the specification process for projects and ensuring that clients can meet their specific material needs.
Tribe
Series A in 2019
Tribe is a social network founded in Australia in 2015 by Jules Lund, which allows users to create personal networks known as "tribes." This platform enables individuals to connect with friends by selecting from existing members or inviting new ones. Aside from its social networking features, Tribe offers a platform for marketers to access branded content from influential creators, enhancing marketing efficiency. Brands can utilize this service through an annual subscription or a pay-per-use model. Since its inception, Tribe has expanded into the U.K. and the U.S., connecting over 6,000 brands with more than 50,000 creators. The platform has facilitated the creation of over 1 million pieces of branded content across more than 10,000 campaigns, partnering with notable companies like Unilever and Amazon.
Skyhour
Venture Round in 2019
Skyhour is an innovative online gifting platform that transforms the way individuals gift and receive flight hours. It allows users to gift flight hours at a fixed cost of $60 per hour, which can be redeemed with over 350 airlines. This service provides a seamless and straightforward method for users to book flights, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of their travel preferences. By focusing on the convenience of gifting and the flexibility of flight redemption, Skyhour aims to enhance the travel experience for both gift givers and recipients.
Swet Tailor
Seed Round in 2018
Swet Tailor is a menswear brand based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in reimagining casual wear by offering a range of products, including joggers, pants, shirts, hats, sweatshirts, shorts, and tees. Its clothing line aims to redefine modern men's fashion through innovative fabric technology that enhances quality and comfort while maintaining a stylish appearance. Swet Tailor’s products are available for purchase through its website and retail outlets, catering to customers seeking a fitted look in athletic apparel and casual styles.
Skin Laundry
Venture Round in 2018
Skin Laundry Holdings LLC operates laser and skin treatment clinics in Southern California, Arizona, New York City, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2012 and based in Newport Beach, California, the company specializes in customized laser facials that rejuvenate skin cells and stimulate collagen production, catering to various skin types. In addition to its in-clinic services, Skin Laundry offers a range of skincare products, including cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and treatment kits, available for purchase through its clinics and online store. The company aims to provide safe, effective, and affordable dermatological services, helping customers address concerns such as acne and wrinkles.
Elite Body Sculpture
Venture Round in 2018
Elite Body Sculpture, Inc. specializes in body contouring and sculpting services, utilizing its proprietary AirSculpt technology. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, the company offers a range of procedures, including arm liposuction, Brazilian butt lift, breast enhancement, chin liposuction, fat transfer, gynecomastia treatment, revisionsculpt liposuction, tiny tuck, tummy liposuction, 48-hour six pack, thigh liposuction, and lipedema treatment. As the exclusive provider of AirSculpt, Elite Body Sculpture aims to deliver advanced and minimally invasive body enhancement solutions to its clients.
Radiate
Series A in 2018
Radiate Inc., incorporated in 2016 and headquartered in New York, offers a multimedia platform aimed at empowering future leaders through expert guidance. The platform provides users with exclusive access to insights from accomplished individuals in business, politics, and society. It features micro-video lessons that deliver executive coaching on leadership and soft skills, allowing professionals to enhance their capabilities and succeed across various industries.
Thursday Boot Company
Private Equity Round in 2017
Thursday Boot Company specializes in designing, producing, and distributing high-quality boots for men and women, combining the durability of work boots with the sophistication of fashion footwear. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company offers a range of products, including not only boots but also accessories such as boot brushes, belts, leather balms, socks, hats, leather card holders, t-shirts, and gift cards. Their footwear features elements like studded rubber outsoles, comfort strips, cork-bed midsoles, and full glove leather interior linings, ensuring both comfort and versatility. The company's products are available primarily through its online store, allowing customers access to well-constructed boots at reasonable prices.
UpStack
Seed Round in 2017
UpStack is a company that specializes in providing customized cloud infrastructure solutions through its innovative SaaS-based colocation procurement platform. The platform aids businesses in making informed decisions by utilizing pricing normalization technology, which equalizes pricing across various data center vendors. This approach eliminates guesswork and errors, allowing IT professionals, systems integrators, and consultants to efficiently discover, price, and procure colocation services. By streamlining the procurement process, UpStack significantly reduces both the time and costs typically associated with traditional methods, making it easier for businesses of all sizes to navigate their infrastructure challenges.
Claire
Seed Round in 2017
Claire is a U.S.-based company established in 2015 by Marta Jamrozik and Misha Laskin, specializing in market survey and advertising services through a Facebook Messenger bot. This innovative platform enables brands and retailers to test consumer products effectively by identifying top and underperforming items before they go into production. Through interactive surveys, Claire helps businesses optimize their products and advertising campaigns. The bot facilitates consumer engagement by sending emails with links to chat and rewarding participants with loyalty points and giveaways. Additionally, Claire analyzes consumer interactions to provide brands with valuable insights, enhancing their decision-making processes.
BlinkRx
Series B in 2017
Blink Health LLC is a digital platform that facilitates the online purchase of prescription medications at lower prices. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the service allows users to search for their medical prescriptions and either pick them up at local pharmacies across the United States or have them delivered to their homes. By providing access to discounted medications, Blink Health aims to make prescription drugs more affordable and accessible to millions of people. Through its user-friendly web application, the company seeks to streamline the medication purchasing process, enabling customers to save both time and money.
Snowe
Venture Round in 2017
Snowe, Inc. operates an e-commerce platform specializing in homeware products, offering a curated selection of stylish and durable home essentials. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company was previously known as Dakorum, LLC. Snowe collaborates with top European and American manufacturers to design luxury-quality items that are both practical and affordable, aiming to simplify the shopping experience for contemporary consumers. By providing exactly what customers need without unnecessary extras, Snowe helps create a more enjoyable and efficient way to shop for home products. The company emphasizes the use of advanced technologies and premium materials, ensuring that its offerings meet high standards of quality while remaining accessible.
Staud
Venture Round in 2017
STAUD, Inc. is a women's clothing company that designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of fashion items including tops, dresses, jumpsuits, skirts, and bottoms, as well as accessories like bags and belts. Founded in 2015 by Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto, the company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. STAUD operates an online retail platform that features vintage-inspired clothing, allowing customers to shop for designer apparel at accessible prices. The platform also provides shipping and return services to enhance the shopping experience.
BeGlammed
Venture Round in 2017
beGlammed LLC is an on-demand beauty service that connects clients with professional hairstylists, makeup artists, and nail technicians, delivering their services directly to homes, offices, or hotels across multiple locations in the U.S. and Toronto. The company allows users to book appointments conveniently through its mobile app, website, or by phone, ensuring a personalized and stress-free beauty experience. beGlammed caters to a diverse clientele, including busy professionals, mothers, brides, celebrities, and influencers, who appreciate the convenience and customization offered by the service. By providing access to luxury beauty services anytime and anywhere, beGlammed has established itself as a trusted resource in the beauty industry.
Hooch
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Hooch Inc. operates a subscription-based mobile application that provides members with access to cocktail drinks at participating bars in New York and Los Angeles. The app is available on both Android and iOS platforms, allowing users to enjoy exclusive offers and rewards. In addition to its bar offerings, Hooch also provides users with benefits such as cashback rewards of up to 10% when they travel, shop, or dine with its global partners. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Foray Collective
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Foray Collective, Inc. is an online retailer based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in women's clothing and accessories. Founded in 2015, the company offers a wide range of products including activewear, dresses, outerwear, loungewear, and various accessories such as bags, jewelry, and sunglasses. Foray operates as an inventory-less platform, allowing tastemakers to generate user-generated content and drive traffic to their digital storefronts. This innovative approach combines content and commerce, enabling customers to shop by influencer. Additionally, Foray hosts FORAY GETAWAYS, which are curated travel experiences designed to promote brands through high-quality content creation and social media campaigns, fostering engagement and awareness within its network of style influencers.
Nanoleaf
Grant in 2016
Nanoleaf Limited is a Canadian company specializing in innovative lighting solutions for homes and offices. Founded in 2012 by three engineers, Nanoleaf aims to transform ordinary experiences through smart home technology and thoughtful design. The company offers a range of products, including light bulbs and thermal water bottles, emphasizing personalization and user experience. Nanoleaf's products are sold through various retail channels, both in physical stores and online, and it serves a global customer base across North America, Asia, Scandinavia, and the Middle East. With offices in multiple cities, including Toronto and Shenzhen, Nanoleaf is committed to reshaping how individuals interact with their environments through intelligent lighting solutions.
Nanoleaf
Venture Round in 2016
Nanoleaf Limited is a Canadian company specializing in innovative lighting solutions for homes and offices. Founded in 2012 by three engineers, Nanoleaf aims to transform ordinary experiences through smart home technology and thoughtful design. The company offers a range of products, including light bulbs and thermal water bottles, emphasizing personalization and user experience. Nanoleaf's products are sold through various retail channels, both in physical stores and online, and it serves a global customer base across North America, Asia, Scandinavia, and the Middle East. With offices in multiple cities, including Toronto and Shenzhen, Nanoleaf is committed to reshaping how individuals interact with their environments through intelligent lighting solutions.
BaubleBar
Series C in 2016
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.
Dirty Lemon
Seed Round in 2016
Dirty Lemon Beverages, LLC, founded in 2015 and based in New York, produces and sells detoxifying beverages aimed at fitness-focused consumers. The company specializes in ready-to-drink juices that are designed to absorb toxins and impurities while providing hydration. Notably, Dirty Lemon is recognized as the first consumer brand to offer its products exclusively through text message, reflecting an innovative approach to retail.
Zenabi
Venture Round in 2016
Zenabi is a technology company focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to help organizations maximize the value of their user data. With a team that possesses TS/SCI clearance and experience working with three-letter agencies, Zenabi prioritizes data security while enabling clients to unlock insights from their raw data. The company utilizes machine learning and advanced analytics to offer services such as data ingestion and modeling engagement. By applying these technologies, Zenabi empowers businesses to transform their data into meaningful insights, enhancing decision-making and overall operational efficiency.
Soludos
Venture Round in 2016
Soludos LLC is a footwear company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling casual shoes for women, men, and children. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers a diverse range of products, including espadrilles, sandshoes, lace-ups, low cuts, sandals, and canvas shoes, catering to summer and beach styles. Soludos distributes its products through various retail stores as well as its online platform, reaching customers in the United States, Great Britain, Mexico, and Australia. The company focuses on providing thoughtfully crafted footwear that balances classic and contemporary designs.
Ellen Degeneres
Venture Round in 2015
Ellen DeGeneres provides interior design, architecture, and fashion, Ellen brings her unique vision to this beautifully designed collection of fashion, home, and pet items. They provide products like lighting, rugs and décor, wallpaper, bedding and bath, dining, apparel, and accessories.
Outdoor Voices
Seed Round in 2015
Outdoor Voices, Inc. is a company that designs, manufactures, and sells athletic apparel aimed at promoting an active lifestyle. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the brand offers a variety of clothing items for both men and women, including sports bras, tops, sweatshirts, jackets, leggings, pants, and shorts. The company emphasizes the importance of recreation and social engagement, encouraging individuals to be active and enjoy outdoor activities with others. Outdoor Voices distributes its products through retail locations and online platforms, serving customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The brand is committed to redefining recreation as an integral part of daily life, making it accessible and enjoyable for all.
Fashion Project
Series A in 2015
Fashion Project, Inc. is an online platform that allows members to donate clothing and shop for causes they are passionate about. The company offers a range of items, including apparel, shoes, and accessories, with many products donated by celebrities and philanthropists. Members can purchase various clothing types such as dresses, denims, jackets, and footwear, while the majority of the proceeds from sales are directed to charitable organizations. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Fashion Project also provides opportunities for clients to initiate fundraising programs, enhancing its commitment to philanthropy. The company was previously known as Swapfish, Inc. before rebranding in June 2012.
Brad’s Raw Foods
Venture Round in 2015
Brad’s Raw Foods offers a range of raw veggie chips, leafy kale, and other healthy food products. These snacks are available in flavors such as cheddar, hot kale, red bell pepper, Indian, sun dried tomato, vegan cheese, natural nacho, garlic, jalapeno, and more. Brad’s Raw Foods won the award for the Most Innovative New Product at the Natural Products Expo East in 2011. The company operates an online store and offers its products via many other retail outlets as well. Brad’s Raw Foods was founded in 2009 in the United States.
HubLogix
Convertible Note in 2014
HubLogix is a cloud-based software solution designed to automate logistics processes for online retailers throughout the order lifecycle. The company integrates with leading e-commerce platforms such as Channel Advisor, Magento, Shopify, and Amazon, as well as a network of third-party logistics providers and distributors. This integration allows HubLogix to streamline the connection between inventory management, order processing, and fulfillment, ensuring that orders are efficiently managed from cart to doorstep. By optimizing these logistics and inventory functions, HubLogix enables retailers and branded manufacturers to operate more flexibly and effectively in the competitive online marketplace.
ShareThis
Series C in 2014
ShareThis, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a social data platform aimed at enhancing consumer engagement and content sharing for publishers, advertisers, and data-driven businesses. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, ShareThis offers a suite of tools that enable real-time processing of first-party data, allowing users to drive engagement, optimize content, and personalize experiences across various digital channels. The company's offerings include share buttons for multiple social media platforms, reaction buttons, and tools for Social A/B testing to improve content effectiveness. Additionally, ShareThis provides a Real-Time Marketing Engine that helps brands activate their audiences across different screens and digital formats. By analyzing user behavior across millions of global domains, ShareThis synthesizes social share, interest, and intent data to deliver actionable insights for customer targeting and acquisition. The company also maintains offices in several key U.S. cities, including Chicago, New York City, Boston, and Manhattan Beach.
Poppin
Series C in 2014
Poppin Inc. is a New York-based company that designs and retails a wide range of office products, including notebooks, planners, writing instruments, and desk accessories. The company also provides organizational supplies such as filing systems, storage solutions, and various office essentials. In addition to these products, Poppin offers furniture and décor items, including desks, chairs, conference tables, and decorative elements, catering to the needs of schools, businesses, and organizations. Founded in 2009, Poppin focuses on customization and space planning services, providing tailored design solutions to enhance workplace environments. As of December 2020, Poppin operates as a subsidiary of Kimball International, Inc.
Grability
Seed Round in 2014
Grability, Inc. is a mobile-commerce technology company that provides a content management solution designed to enhance the online shopping experience for consumers. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, Grability partners with retailers globally to create mobile stores that streamline retail processes. The platform offers comprehensive services, including project execution from store design to inventory system integration, and enables real-time management of mobile stores. It also supports promotional campaigns with targeted offers and gathers data analytics to gain insights into customer behavior, which can inform future strategies. Grability's tools facilitate simplified management of mobile shopping environments, allowing retailers to optimize product display, arrangement, and promotions to improve sales and create new revenue streams through effective mobile advertising.
BaubleBar
Series B in 2014
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.
Chubbies Shorts
Venture Round in 2014
Chubbies Inc., based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of men's shorts, swim trunks, and casual apparel, including athleisure wear and accessories for both men and children. Founded in 2011, the company operates primarily through its eCommerce platform, which offers a range of products designed for comfort and style. Chubbies emphasizes customer service by providing free three-day shipping and easy returns. All products are exclusively available on the Chubbies website, where the company employs social advertising campaigns and dedicated customer service lines to enhance the shopping experience.
Split
Seed Round in 2014
Split will let you know each time someone you’re avoiding is around & suggest an escape route. Split will display ‘hot zone’ map pointers on any location that the people you avoid tend to frequent. Know who the people you avoid are hanging out with (the ‘two birds, one stone’ feature).
BILL
Series F in 2014
BILL (NYSE: BILL) is a leader in financial automation software for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). As a champion of SMBs, we are dedicated to automating the future of finance so businesses can flourish. Hundreds of thousands of businesses trust BILL solutions to manage financial workflows, including payables, receivables, and spend and expense management. With BILL, businesses are connected to a network of millions of members, so they can pay or get paid faster. Through our automated solutions, we help SMBs simplify and control their finances, so they can confidently manage their businesses, and succeed on their terms. BILL is a trusted partner of leading U.S. financial institutions, accounting firms, and accounting software providers. BILL is headquartered in San Jose, California. For more information, visit bill.com.
Events.com
Venture Round in 2014
Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.
NuLabel
Venture Round in 2013
NuLabel Technologies is a company specializing in polymer science and engineering, focused on creating innovative labeling and packaging solutions that aim to reduce costs and minimize waste for businesses. Founded in 2009 and based in East Providence, Rhode Island, NuLabel has developed patented adhesive technology and patent-pending hardware designed to enhance the labeling process. Their activatable adhesives are pre-coated on the back of a thermal substrate and activated using a water-based, glue-free fluid just before application, eliminating the need for traditional non-stick liner backings or messy wet glues. This approach offers a more efficient and environmentally friendly alternative for the packaging industry.
Solid & Striped
Venture Round in 2013
Solid & Striped LLC specializes in the design and manufacture of swimwear for men and boys, utilizing globally sourced fabrics. The company is based in Water Mill, New York, and offers its products online as well as through various retailers located in prominent areas such as Miami Beach, New York, and several locations in California, including Beverly Hills and Malibu. Solid & Striped emphasizes a timeless aesthetic inspired by the spirit of leisurely beach holidays, creating a connection between classic style and modern swimwear. In addition to swimwear, the company also provides a range of casual clothing and accessories, catering to individuals who seek both functionality and style in their aquatic activities.
Little Duck Organics
Series A in 2013
Little Duck Organics Inc. specializes in providing no-sugar-added snacks for children, focusing on health-conscious options made from nutritious, natural ingredients. Founded in 2009 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers a variety of products, including tiny fruits, tiny veggies, tiny gummies, tiny yogurts, and fig bars, all designed for babies and young children. Little Duck Organics emphasizes its commitment to quality by ensuring that its snacks are 100% organic, kosher, gluten-free, and non-GMO verified. The products are available for purchase through online retailers and physical stores across the United States, making healthy snacking accessible to families.
Index
Series A in 2013
Index Systems, Inc. is a retail software company that specializes in enhancing offline retail through secure payments and personalized marketing. Founded in 2012 in San Francisco by former Google Wallet leaders, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a semi-integrated payment solution, a fully hosted gateway, and point-of-sale (POS) integration. This platform enables retailers to create individual accounts for each shopper, unify customer profiles across various channels, and encourage opt-in for tailored marketing initiatives. Additionally, Index provides email marketing and campaign analytics services, allowing retailers to measure the effectiveness of their campaigns and improve engagement with their customers. As of 2018, Index operates as a subsidiary of Stripe, Inc., further solidifying its position in the retail technology landscape.
Vaunte
Venture Round in 2013
Vaunte is revolutionizing editorial fashion, celebrating the stylish set, innovating charity, and being socially responsible (recycling amazing closets). Vaunte is a venture backed start up founded by Leah Park and Christian Leone, two Gilt Groupe VP's, and Andy Shin, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur who has led an engineering team to acquisition by Disney.
Bib and Tuck
Seed Round in 2013
Bib + Tuck, LLC is a members-only online marketplace based in New York, established in 2012, that facilitates the exchange of fashion items among women. The platform allows users to trade their clothing for virtual currency, known as "bucks," which can be used to purchase items from other members. To sell an item, users simply upload a styled photograph, set a price, and ship the item to the buyer. Bib + Tuck targets creative and fashion-conscious women seeking alternatives to traditional shopping. The website emphasizes social transparency and visually appealing presentations, distinguishing itself from other platforms by focusing on moneyless transactions. Currently, Bib + Tuck operates on an invitation-only basis, fostering a curated community of shoppable personal closets.
ShareThis
Series C in 2013
ShareThis, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a social data platform aimed at enhancing consumer engagement and content sharing for publishers, advertisers, and data-driven businesses. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, ShareThis offers a suite of tools that enable real-time processing of first-party data, allowing users to drive engagement, optimize content, and personalize experiences across various digital channels. The company's offerings include share buttons for multiple social media platforms, reaction buttons, and tools for Social A/B testing to improve content effectiveness. Additionally, ShareThis provides a Real-Time Marketing Engine that helps brands activate their audiences across different screens and digital formats. By analyzing user behavior across millions of global domains, ShareThis synthesizes social share, interest, and intent data to deliver actionable insights for customer targeting and acquisition. The company also maintains offices in several key U.S. cities, including Chicago, New York City, Boston, and Manhattan Beach.
Illumio
Series A in 2013
Illumio, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in cloud-based security solutions designed to protect organizations from cyber threats and enhance operational resilience. The company's core offering is the Adaptive Security Platform, which includes tools for data center and cloud traffic security. Key components of this platform are the Illumination application traffic mapping tool, the Enforcement application nano-segmentation solution, and SecureConnect for data protection. Illumio's approach centers on Zero Trust principles, helping organizations visualize traffic flows and implement segmentation policies that limit lateral movement within multi-cloud and hybrid infrastructures. This capability is essential for safeguarding critical resources and preventing the spread of cyber attacks. Illumio serves a diverse clientele, including notable companies such as Plantronics, Yahoo, Creative Artists Agency, and NTT Innovation Institute, Inc.
Events.com
Series B in 2012
Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.
Liquipel
Series A in 2012
Liquipel LLC is a manufacturer of advanced liquid repellent technologies designed to protect electronic devices from water damage. Founded in 2011 and based in Santa Ana, California, the company specializes in its patented Watersafe nanotechnology, which is applicable to a wide range of personal electronics, including smartphones, headphones, and tablets. Liquipel's products serve both manufacturers and consumers, offering a unique solution that enhances the durability and longevity of devices by mitigating the risks associated with accidental water exposure. The company also operates a retail location in Seoul, South Korea, providing direct access to its innovative offerings. Liquipel has gained recognition in the industry, having been named "Gadget of the Year" shortly after its launch at CES in 2012.
Powermat
Series C in 2011
Powermat Technologies Ltd. specializes in developing wireless charging solutions for mobile devices and various applications across multiple industries. The company offers products such as the Powermat Ring, which allows users to charge smartphones with different charging ports, and a mobile application that helps users locate nearby charging spots while providing venue-specific offers. Powermat employs a hybrid approach to wireless power, combining magnetic induction and resonance technologies to deliver efficient power solutions. Its platforms support both standard-based and proprietary wireless power technologies suitable for automotive, robotics, drones, consumer electronics, medical devices, IoT, and telecom. The company also provides a software-based customer engagement platform that enables businesses to communicate targeted information to users. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, with an additional office in Grandville, Michigan, Powermat holds over 200 patent submissions, with more than 100 patents granted since its inception.
NuLabel
Series A in 2011
NuLabel Technologies is a company specializing in polymer science and engineering, focused on creating innovative labeling and packaging solutions that aim to reduce costs and minimize waste for businesses. Founded in 2009 and based in East Providence, Rhode Island, NuLabel has developed patented adhesive technology and patent-pending hardware designed to enhance the labeling process. Their activatable adhesives are pre-coated on the back of a thermal substrate and activated using a water-based, glue-free fluid just before application, eliminating the need for traditional non-stick liner backings or messy wet glues. This approach offers a more efficient and environmentally friendly alternative for the packaging industry.
PCH
Series C in 2011
PCH is a global company founded in 1996, specializing in end-to-end product development and supply chain orchestration for leading brands across diverse sectors such as beauty, technology, fashion, and wellness. With a focus on rapid and rigorous product development, PCH offers a unique platform that enhances visibility and sustainability while connecting brands directly to consumers through various market channels, including eCommerce and retail. The company operates internationally, leveraging cost synergies and access to talent, and utilizes an asset-light model that optimizes the complete product lifecycle. PCH's innovation hubs in San Francisco and Shenzhen, along with its headquarters in Cork, Ireland, support its mission to facilitate efficient and agile supply chains. Furthermore, PCH is known for founding Highway1, a prominent hardware accelerator that aids startups in bringing innovative products to market. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and professional growth, creating an environment that fosters teamwork and passion.
ONEHOPE
Series A in 2011
ONEHOPE, Inc. is a social enterprise based in Santa Ana, California, founded in 2006. The company operates vineyards and produces a variety of wines, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling options. Its products are distributed through hotels, restaurants, bars, and retail stores across the United States, as well as internationally through distributors in China and Puerto Rico. Additionally, ONEHOPE sells wine and other products, such as gourmet coffee, apparel, and gift items, through its online portal. A distinctive feature of ONEHOPE is its commitment to philanthropy; the company donates half of its profits to charitable organizations and social causes, allowing customers to contribute to meaningful initiatives while enjoying quality wine.
ThisNext
Series C in 2010
ThisNext is a social commerce site where people recommend their favorite products so others can discover what's best to buy online. It blends two powerful elements of real-world shopping otherwise lost for online consumers: word-of-mouth recommendation from trusted sources and the ability to browse products in the way that naturally leads to discovery. ThisNext has also developed a suite of distribution tools for bloggers, online communities and commerce sites
Color Kinetics, Incorporated
Series B in 1999
Color Kinetics is a leader in the design and marketing of intelligent solid-state lighting systems, primarily utilizing light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as their light source. The company develops innovative lighting technologies that cater to diverse markets, including architectural applications, motion picture production, medical settings, and children's toys. By focusing on solid-state devices, Color Kinetics harnesses the advantages of advanced semiconductor materials to create efficient and versatile lighting solutions.
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