Claytonia Capital

Claytonia Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2016 and located in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in identifying promising entrepreneurs and management teams, providing them with the necessary capital to facilitate growth. Claytonia Capital primarily focuses its investments in the digital media, sports, entertainment, and consumer internet sectors.

Chad Volpe

Partner, Founder

Charlton Volpe

Partner

6 past transactions

FanUp

Seed Round in 2020
FanUp is a dynamic platform designed for sports and pop culture enthusiasts, focusing on providing engaging and personalized experiences for casual fans, particularly targeting Gen Z and women. With over 700,000 users and a strong presence on social media, FanUp offers a variety of features, including free-to-play contests, daily and season-long fantasy competitions, and innovative crossover games that blend sports and pop culture. Users can participate in challenges and group play, competing for cash and brand prizes while enjoying a fun and interactive environment. The platform aims to redefine fan engagement by offering memorable experiences, such as meet-and-greets with athletes and celebrities, rather than focusing solely on conventional betting. Backed by notable investors, FanUp is positioned as a leader in creating the next generation of fandom experiences.

ON

Convertible Note in 2020
ON, established in 2009 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing mobile applications for sports fans. Its primary product is a platform that facilitates real-time communication with friends about favorite teams, along with news updates, scores, and highlights.

Flume

Seed Round in 2018
Flume, Inc. develops innovative monitoring devices that attach to existing water meters, enabling real-time transmission of water usage data to users' devices. Founded in 2015 and based in San Luis Obispo, California, the company aims to eliminate water waste and enhance home protection by providing homeowners and communities with critical insights into their water consumption. Users can set up notifications for usage, receive alerts for potential leaks, and access both historical and real-time data, along with a detailed breakdown of water usage by appliances. Flume's mission is to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their water usage, thereby promoting conservation and efficiency.

Sensay Learning

Seed Round in 2016
Sensay, Inc. is an innovative company based in Los Angeles, California, that develops a web-based application designed to assist English learners in practicing their speaking skills. Founded in 2014, the platform leverages artificial intelligence to provide users with instant feedback on their pronunciation and fluency. By allowing English teachers to assign brief speaking exercises, Sensay facilitates a collaborative learning environment where users can connect, share, and support one another in their language acquisition journey. Additionally, Sensay is involved in creating Web3 technology, including blockchain-enabled messaging solutions, with its flagship product being Sense Chat. Through these offerings, Sensay aims to enhance the educational experience and improve language proficiency for users around the globe.

ON

Seed Round in 2016
ON, established in 2009 and based in San Francisco, specializes in developing mobile applications for sports fans. Its primary product is a platform that facilitates real-time communication with friends about favorite teams, along with news updates, scores, and highlights.

Excelle Sports

Seed Round in 2016
Excelle Sports, founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a pioneering platform dedicated to year-round coverage of women's sports. It delivers news, features, interviews, video content, and scores across a wide range of sports, filling a gap in the market for comprehensive, consistent reporting on female athletes' achievements beyond major events like the Olympics or World Cup. In addition to its editorial focus, Excelle Sports offers high-quality sportswear and equipment endorsed by professional athletes, sold through its online store. The company was established by three passionate women athletes who identified the need for such a platform and have since built it into a go-to resource for fans and athletes alike.
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