Upcover Pty Ltd, established in 2018 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, specializes in providing insurance solutions for platform, contract, and freelance workers. The company's core mission is to simplify the distribution of insurance, enabling trusted brands and marketplaces to seamlessly offer affordable business insurance to their small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers and contractor workforce. Upcover achieves this through its universal quote and bind APIs, as well as its user-friendly platform. The company's assets are managed by its executive management team.
Point.me is an award travel discovery tool and points concierge service that assists loyalty program members in securing flights for fewer points. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, the platform searches over 150 airlines to identify optimal flight deals, including first and business-class options. It collaborates with more than 30 loyalty programs, allowing customers to filter results based on their preferred programs, airlines, routes, and point balances. In addition to its user-friendly search capabilities, Point.me offers a concierge consulting service, where experts in miles and points manage the award redemption process, simplifying the booking experience for users. This dual approach makes it easier for travelers to find and book rewarding travel experiences.
Updraft
Venture Round in 2023
Updraft is a financial technology company focused on assisting millennials in managing their finances and improving their credit health. The company offers a comprehensive app that combines lending, credit reporting, and financial planning features. By automating financial decision-making, Updraft encourages users to transition away from traditional credit card reliance, helping them pay off existing debts more efficiently. The platform provides users with access to their credit reports and offers opportunities to reduce credit card expenses through lower-cost alternatives. Ultimately, Updraft aims to foster better financial habits among users, enabling them to save money and enhance their credit scores.
Point.me is an award travel discovery tool and points concierge service that assists loyalty program members in securing flights for fewer points. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, the platform searches over 150 airlines to identify optimal flight deals, including first and business-class options. It collaborates with more than 30 loyalty programs, allowing customers to filter results based on their preferred programs, airlines, routes, and point balances. In addition to its user-friendly search capabilities, Point.me offers a concierge consulting service, where experts in miles and points manage the award redemption process, simplifying the booking experience for users. This dual approach makes it easier for travelers to find and book rewarding travel experiences.
Updraft
Venture Round in 2023
Updraft is a financial technology company focused on assisting millennials in managing their finances and improving their credit health. The company offers a comprehensive app that combines lending, credit reporting, and financial planning features. By automating financial decision-making, Updraft encourages users to transition away from traditional credit card reliance, helping them pay off existing debts more efficiently. The platform provides users with access to their credit reports and offers opportunities to reduce credit card expenses through lower-cost alternatives. Ultimately, Updraft aims to foster better financial habits among users, enabling them to save money and enhance their credit scores.
Green Rebel Foods
Venture Round in 2022
Green Rebel Foods is a company that specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat without using animal products. Its offerings are rich in protein, contain no cholesterol, and have lower levels of saturated fat compared to conventional meat. The products are infused with authentic Asian flavors, appealing to consumers seeking both taste and health benefits. Additionally, Green Rebel Foods emphasizes sustainability by using fewer natural resources in the production of its items, thereby minimizing the environmental impact associated with meat consumption. This approach allows consumers to enjoy nutritious, meat-like products while supporting eco-friendly practices.
Banyan, Inc. is a digital marketing and patient engagement company based in Orem, Utah, founded in 2013. It offers a HIPAA-compliant media consent application designed to enhance the online presence of healthcare practices through social media, patient reviews, and accurate online listings. The company's primary products include a patient engagement app that allows authorized sharing of patient photos on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, as well as a review management tool that facilitates the collection and tracking of patient feedback. Banyan also provides personalized website development to strengthen the credibility of medical practices and a listing service that ensures accurate practice information across numerous online directories. Additionally, the company offers coaching to help clients build their brands, attract talent, and improve their online visibility, thereby enhancing patient acquisition and retention. As of May 2019, Banyan operates as a subsidiary of NUVI LLC.
The House of LR&C
Seed Round in 2022
The House of LR&C is a developer of an eCommerce platform to sell conventional and sustainable consumer goods. Its platform also offers a range of lifestyle products to let mainstream consumers buy sustainable products without compromising on design and quality.
Qashio is a spend management platform based in Dubai, founded in 2021, that provides businesses with tools to efficiently monitor and control their expenses. The platform enables users to create both physical and virtual credit cards, manage budgets, and set usage parameters for employees, including approval workflows and spending verification. By offering real-time tracking and analysis of card usage, Qashio enhances visibility and control over cash flows, streamlining expense management processes. Its comprehensive approach aims to eliminate outdated manual methods, reduce petty cash leakage, and save significant time for organizations, ultimately empowering teams to manage spending in a more automated and transparent manner.