Newton Asare II

Managing Director

36 past transactions

Toucan

Seed Round in 2020
Toucan is a company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in a Google Chrome extension designed to facilitate language learning and communication. The extension allows users to translate words and phrases into various languages while browsing the web, enhancing vocabulary acquisition in a natural context without the need for traditional methods such as flashcards or formal classes. By employing experts in habit formation, learning, and human behavior, Toucan aims to create an effective and engaging language learning experience for its users.

NextGen Blockchain Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
NextGen Blockchain Technologies Ltd. is a Canadian company founded in 2018 that specializes in cryptocurrency mining services and the development of blockchain-related software applications. The company hosts master nodes to secure the blockchain for alternative consensus coins, contributing to the infrastructure of cryptocurrency trading. Through its research and development initiatives, NextGen focuses on enhancing decentralized finance protocols and applications, thereby facilitating improved trading experiences for users in the crypto asset market.

Trust & Will

Series A in 2019
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies the estate planning process by providing attorney-approved, legally valid documents tailored to individual state guidelines. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company has assisted hundreds of thousands of members in creating affordable estate plans and settling the estates of loved ones. The platform guides users through the creation of wills, trusts, and other essential legal documents, allowing clients to save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are accurately documented. Trust & Will prioritizes customer data security, utilizing bank-level encryption and adhering to stringent standards, including SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. Additionally, Trust & Will serves as the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members and collaborates with several prominent financial institutions to support its mission of helping families leave their legacy. The service does not constitute legal advice and is not a law firm.

GoBolt

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2017, GoBolt is a technology company building the first sustainable and vertically integrated supply chain network that partners with merchants to deliver a complete end-to-end customer experience. By operating as an extension of each merchant’s team, GoBolt provides reliable warehousing, pick and pack, shipping, and last mile delivery. With a growing network of warehouses across North America and a suite of proprietary apps designed and supported by an in-house engineering team, GoBolt unlocks enhanced transparency and control for merchants. The company’s focus on customer-centricity is further driven by a deep commitment to sustainability. GoBolt’s investment in its electric vehicle fleet and sustainability partnerships is a testament to the company’s mission to provide carbon neutral deliveries. For more information, visit GoBolt.com.

Steereo

Seed Round in 2019
Steereo Inc. operates a music discovery platform tailored for rideshare drivers, founded in 2017 and based in New York City. The platform allows artists to showcase their music, providing exposure and enabling passengers to discover new tunes during their rides. By broadcasting new music through an app designed specifically for rideshare environments, Steereo creates an engaging experience for passengers while helping artists connect with potential fans. In addition to enhancing the ride experience, the platform also offers drivers opportunities to earn extra income and rewards. Steereo serves customers primarily in New York and Austin, Texas, contributing to the evolving landscape of music consumption in the rideshare industry.

AdHawk Microsystems

Series B in 2019
AdHawk Microsystems Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the development of eye and gesture tracking technology, along with micro-electromechanical systems for mobile and wearable devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, the company has created a camera-free eye tracking system that enhances mobile data capture, paving the way for advanced augmented and virtual reality solutions. AdHawk's technology features a full-stack approach, integrating custom silicon with cloud-based analytics, which enables rapid and high-quality data processing. The company is focused on producing innovative wearable eye tracking products that offer significant computational and power efficiencies, driving the development of smart glasses and other devices with all-day biometric sensing capabilities. Additionally, AdHawk aims to introduce the first brain fitness tracker, a consumer wearable that will provide insights into cognitive processes and promote brain health and wellness for a wide audience.

StyleRow

Seed Round in 2019
StyleRow is a California-based design company founded in 2018 that specializes in enhancing the design process for professionals in the industry. The company offers an online platform that facilitates collaboration between interior designers, architects, high-end brands, and showrooms. This digital hub simplifies project management and purchasing, allowing designers to scale their businesses efficiently. By providing a centralized space for managing design projects, StyleRow aims to streamline workflows and improve the overall experience for design professionals and their clients.

Second Closet

Seed Round in 2019
Second Closet Incorporated, founded in 2017 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in valet self-storage services. The company offers a convenient solution for individuals seeking to store their belongings by providing boxes for packing, which are then collected and transported to a climate-controlled warehouse. Customers pay only for the storage space they actually use, making the service both efficient and cost-effective.

GIMME360

Venture Round in 2019
GIMME360° is an augmented reality solutions firm that specializes in creating custom experiences tailored to the unique needs of each organization it partners with. The company has developed an innovative platform that allows users to create advanced augmented reality applications without requiring coding skills. This platform facilitates connections between users and affiliated clients, enabling the design and deployment of scalable applications through cloud software. GIMME360° is actively participating in the mobile augmented reality market, focusing on delivering high-quality technological advancements that empower users to publish and share 3D assets with AR developers and designers.

Chatkit

Venture Round in 2019
Chatkit, the pioneer of Conversational Marketing, is a cutting-edge of Conversational AI and Marketing Automation platform that helps brands create and nurture lasting customer relationships through dynamic, two-way conversations on messaging channels like Facebook Messenger.

Monica+Andy

Series A in 2018
Monica+Andy operates an online platform specializing in baby clothing, offering a range of GOTS-certified organic apparel and accessories. Founded in 2014 by Monica Royer, a first-time mother, the brand focuses on providing soft, sustainable essentials that prioritize both the well-being of children and environmental responsibility. The company emphasizes a seamless shopping experience for parents, featuring both an online store and physical Guideshops. Monica+Andy is dedicated to creating a community that values safe, non-toxic materials, ensuring that their products are free from pesticides and harmful chemicals. Through its commitment to quality and sustainability, the brand aims to support real-life families while fostering a better future for both babies and the planet.

The Flex

Seed Round in 2018
The Flex Company, established in 2015 and headquartered in Venice, California, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of single-use menstrual devices. Its product lineup includes the FLEX Cup, a disposable, disc-shaped device that temporarily blocks menstrual flow, and the FLEX Disc, which can be worn safely for up to twelve hours. In addition to menstrual products, the company offers a range of lifestyle items such as clothing and reusable totes through its online platform. The Flex Company is notable for its commitment to sustainability and is recognized as a leading brand in the period care market, with its products available in over 25,000 retail locations across the United States.

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2018
Live Tinted is a digital community and beauty brand dedicated to enhancing representation for individuals of diverse skin tones. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, the company aims to address the needs of those who feel overlooked in the beauty industry, promoting authentic representation and personal identity. Live Tinted offers a range of versatile beauty products that serve multiple purposes, including color correction, eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick. Their formulations are designed to be inclusive and efficacious, allowing consumers to find personalized solutions that resonate with their unique needs. Through its efforts, Live Tinted seeks to foster a sense of belonging and visibility in the beauty space, moving beyond tokenism to create a more inclusive standard.

Influicity

Series A in 2018
Influicity Corporation operates an influencer exchange and campaign management platform designed for marketers, agencies, and publishers. The platform offers data and insights on influencers, allowing users to search, book, measure, and collaborate with them across various social media channels, including YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. This service enables advertisers to connect with influencers for product placements and other marketing initiatives. Additionally, Influicity supports collaboration among marketers, media buyers, advertising sales teams, production companies, publishers, and talent representatives, facilitating the engagement with content creators and distributors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Los Angeles, Influicity aims to enhance brand marketing through technology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, transforming influencer marketing into a measurable media operation.

Tea Drops

Seed Round in 2018
Tea Drops is a woman-owned organic tea company based in Los Angeles, specializing in innovative, bagless, dissolvable teas. The company produces USDA organic, GMO-free, and gluten-free tea blends made from organic tea, sugar, and aromatic spices. Their unique products come in whimsical shapes such as hearts, stars, and flowers, reflecting a commitment to eco-friendly practices. Tea Drops offers a variety of options, including caffeinated, caffeine-free, collaboration, natural wellness, and bath and body teas. The company sells its products online and through retail stores across the United States, providing consumers with convenient and flavorful beverage choices that are free from artificial flavors.

Sarah Flint

Venture Round in 2018
Sarah Flint, Inc. is a luxury brand based in New York that designs and manufactures high-quality footwear for women. Founded in 2013, the company specializes in a variety of shoe styles, including flats, sandals, pumps, and boots. Sarah Flint's products are crafted with a focus on fit and function, ensuring that women can navigate their busy lives with grace and confidence. The shoes are hand-crafted by Italian artisans in Northern Italy, reflecting the brand's commitment to quality and attention to detail. Sarah Flint sells its footwear through various retailers in the United States and internationally, as well as through its online store.

Intella X

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Intella X is a blockchain web3 gaming platform designed to create a community-driven and self-sustaining ecosystem for both developers and gamers. It aims to bridge the gap between traditional web2 and emerging web3 gaming environments through its various services and business models. The platform features a decentralized exchange, an NFT marketplace, and a launchpad for managing and trading digital assets. Additionally, Intella X offers integration tools and a user-friendly crypto wallet, enabling developers to seamlessly adopt and implement blockchain applications. By focusing on these elements, Intella X supports the growth and interaction of its user community while facilitating the development of innovative gaming experiences.

Carbon38

Series A in 2018
Carbon38, Inc. is an e-commerce platform dedicated to women's active and performance wear, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2012, the company features its proprietary label alongside a carefully curated selection of contemporary brands and exclusive collaborations. Its product offerings include a range of items such as bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes. Carbon38 aims to merge functional activewear with progressive street style, empowering women to express their individuality through fashion-forward choices. The company operates both online and through physical stores, providing access to luxury active apparel from leading sportswear designers worldwide while also offering their exclusive branded products.

Squad

Seed Round in 2018
Squad is a San Francisco-based company that offers a web-based platform designed to facilitate social interaction among users. The platform allows friends to connect and spend time together by enabling video and audio chats while sharing their screens. Users can showcase various content from their devices, including messages and videos from apps like TikTok, creating an immersive shared experience. Additionally, Squad features an AMA (ask me anything) function, which aggregates information from various online profiles, making it easily accessible in one central location. This blend of social engagement and information sharing positions Squad as a versatile tool for enhancing digital interactions.

Casalova

Venture Round in 2017
Casalova offers a personalized and streamlined approach to finding your next rental home. They can not only match you into homes that you'll love but also algorithmically suggest neighbourhoods that will make you the happiest based on your interests, personality, and demographics. Tell them what you want in a home and a little about yourself, and they take care of the rest. Their solution is unique and different because they close the gap in the fragmented rental market and do so by a seamless user experience and an algorithm-based approach. Features include: neighbourhood matching, listing search, messaging, viewings, applications, credit reports, and rent payments.

ROSS Intelligence

Venture Round in 2017
ROSS Intelligence develops artificial intelligence tools aimed at enhancing the capabilities of lawyers, enabling them to achieve greater efficiency in their work. The company's primary product, ROSS, employs natural language processing technology to assist legal teams in conducting research and answering legal queries. This platform allows users to sift through case law and identify relevant details for new cases, thereby streamlining the legal research process. ROSS Intelligence serves a diverse clientele, including prominent law firms and corporate legal departments in both the United States and internationally. The company operates from offices in Toronto, San Francisco, and New York.

CreditGenie

Seed Round in 2017
CreditGenie Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in providing a digital platform for loan adjudication and point-of-sale financing solutions. The company offers a digital lending service targeted at small and mid-sized businesses within the retail and medical sectors, enabling these businesses to extend financing options to their customers for larger purchases. CreditGenie's platform allows customers to split their purchase amounts into manageable monthly payments, facilitated by instant credit approvals. This service is offered at no cost to businesses, requires no integration, and allows partners to maintain their usual operations while enhancing customer acquisition and increasing average spending. As of May 2019, CreditGenie operates as a subsidiary of Purpose Financial LP.

GLAMSQUAD

Venture Round in 2017
GLAMSQUAD, also known as GLAM Group, is a provider of on-demand beauty services based in New York City, operating since 2013. The company offers a range of services, including hair, makeup, and nail care, catering to clients in various locations such as New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. GLAMSQUAD connects clients with trained and vetted beauty professionals, ensuring high-quality results in the comfort of their homes, at events, or in offices. Clients can conveniently book services through the GLAMSQUAD app or website by selecting a service, date, and time. Additionally, GLAMSQUAD has expanded its offerings to include a line of hair and makeup products, designed based on customer feedback, which can be purchased online or through the app. The company aims to provide personalized beauty experiences while establishing a new retail channel that enhances the connection between beauty professionals and enthusiasts.

Hopper

Series C in 2016
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company that operates a mobile application designed to enhance the travel planning experience. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in the United States and Bulgaria, Hopper utilizes big data and predictive analytics to analyze and forecast airfares and accommodations. The application provides users with travel recommendations and alerts them when flight and hotel prices reach their predicted lowest points, enabling travelers to secure the best deals. By leveraging historical travel data, Hopper aims to simplify the booking process and help users save money while planning their trips.

Hubba

Series B in 2016
Hubba is a Toronto-based software company that operates a platform designed for brand marketers and independent businesses. The platform facilitates the digital representation of product portfolios, allowing users to create product stories by consolidating product information, rich media, and promotional content into a single source. It provides access to this content for retailers and enables users to synchronize product information across various digital channels. Additionally, Hubba offers insights into how retailers present brands to consumers and allows for customization of product information visibility among partners. The company leverages machine learning and personal curation to match brands with buyers, increasing product distribution opportunities for over 75,000 small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in January 2011, Hubba aims to empower businesses to connect and grow through its commerce network.

Urbery

Seed Round in 2016
Urbery is a same day grocery delivery services that uses a fleet of crowdsourced personal grocery shoppers - Grocery Gurus - to buy and delivery customers groceries in under 2 hours of the order.

Casalova

Seed Round in 2016
Casalova offers a personalized and streamlined approach to finding your next rental home. They can not only match you into homes that you'll love but also algorithmically suggest neighbourhoods that will make you the happiest based on your interests, personality, and demographics. Tell them what you want in a home and a little about yourself, and they take care of the rest. Their solution is unique and different because they close the gap in the fragmented rental market and do so by a seamless user experience and an algorithm-based approach. Features include: neighbourhood matching, listing search, messaging, viewings, applications, credit reports, and rent payments.

CreditGenie

Seed Round in 2016
CreditGenie Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in providing a digital platform for loan adjudication and point-of-sale financing solutions. The company offers a digital lending service targeted at small and mid-sized businesses within the retail and medical sectors, enabling these businesses to extend financing options to their customers for larger purchases. CreditGenie's platform allows customers to split their purchase amounts into manageable monthly payments, facilitated by instant credit approvals. This service is offered at no cost to businesses, requires no integration, and allows partners to maintain their usual operations while enhancing customer acquisition and increasing average spending. As of May 2019, CreditGenie operates as a subsidiary of Purpose Financial LP.

Legalswipe

Seed Round in 2016
Legalswipe is a company that develops a mobile application designed to educate users about their legal rights, particularly during interactions with law enforcement. The application provides accurate and easily understandable information, allowing individuals to quickly access knowledge about their rights in various legal situations. By leveraging technology, Legalswipe aims to empower the public with essential legal education, helping users navigate legal circumstances more effectively. The company continues to expand its offerings, exploring additional areas of law to enhance its educational resources.

MadLipz

Pre Seed Round in 2016
MadLipz is a video editing platform that allows users to create voiceover parodies in a playful and engaging manner. By selecting from a vast library of video clips, users can easily dub their own voices to create humorous content. The platform also features a new subtitle function, enhancing the creative possibilities for users to generate memes and parodies quickly. MadLipz enables individuals to showcase their creations on personal profiles, where they can display their best work and view content made by friends. Additionally, the platform collects user behavior data to improve user experience. By fostering a community of creators, MadLipz encourages sharing and interaction through social media, making it a vibrant space for creativity and entertainment.

Smooth Commerce

Seed Round in 2016
Smooth Commerce Inc. is a Canadian company that has developed a mobile application aimed at enhancing the connection between retail merchants and their customers. Founded in 2013 and originally known as SmoothPay, the company rebranded in October 2016 to reflect its broader focus. The platform provides merchants with the tools to accept mobile payments, facilitate order-ahead services, and implement loyalty rewards and promotional offers tailored to individual users. By integrating these functionalities, Smooth Commerce aims to create a seamless digital storefront that not only elevates customer engagement but also addresses various operational challenges faced by businesses, particularly in the restaurant sector.
Windular Research and Technologies Inc. specializes in providing renewable energy solutions specifically tailored for the telecom tower industry. Founded in 2012 and based in Chelmsford, Canada, with an office in Jaipur, India, the company offers innovative systems that integrate 10 kW wind turbines and 2.25 kW solar trackers. These systems are designed to be mounted on existing tower structures, significantly reducing the reliance on diesel fuel, which has become costly and environmentally detrimental. Windular's proprietary technology features smart tracking systems that optimize the capture of wind and solar energy, ensuring efficient power production even in adverse weather conditions. By enabling telecommunications companies to transition to cleaner energy sources, Windular not only helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional power generation methods. The company's solutions serve various sectors, including telecommunications, renewable energy, finance, marketing, and manufacturing.

ClientDesk

Seed Round in 2016
ClientDesk Inc. offers a digital platform designed for the insurance industry, focusing on enhancing interactions between brokers, insurers, and policyholders. Based in Toronto, Canada, the platform allows users to manage their insurance policies on-the-go, access electronic documents, submit change requests, and process claim submissions directly through a mobile application. It also facilitates the first notice of loss forms and provides an on-demand live chat feature for real-time communication with clients. By integrating with broker and policy management systems, ClientDesk enables seamless access to policyholder data, thereby improving engagement and self-service options for users. The company's solution aims to streamline internal operations and enhance the overall client experience for independent brokerage firms.

RightBlue Labs

Seed Round in 2016
RightBlue Labs provides software to facilitate valuable information collection, aggregation, communication, and distribution between oversight organizations and service providers + clients.

GoBolt

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2017, GoBolt is a technology company building the first sustainable and vertically integrated supply chain network that partners with merchants to deliver a complete end-to-end customer experience. By operating as an extension of each merchant’s team, GoBolt provides reliable warehousing, pick and pack, shipping, and last mile delivery. With a growing network of warehouses across North America and a suite of proprietary apps designed and supported by an in-house engineering team, GoBolt unlocks enhanced transparency and control for merchants. The company’s focus on customer-centricity is further driven by a deep commitment to sustainability. GoBolt’s investment in its electric vehicle fleet and sustainability partnerships is a testament to the company’s mission to provide carbon neutral deliveries. For more information, visit GoBolt.com.

Influicity

Seed Round in 2015
Influicity Corporation operates an influencer exchange and campaign management platform designed for marketers, agencies, and publishers. The platform offers data and insights on influencers, allowing users to search, book, measure, and collaborate with them across various social media channels, including YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. This service enables advertisers to connect with influencers for product placements and other marketing initiatives. Additionally, Influicity supports collaboration among marketers, media buyers, advertising sales teams, production companies, publishers, and talent representatives, facilitating the engagement with content creators and distributors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Los Angeles, Influicity aims to enhance brand marketing through technology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence, transforming influencer marketing into a measurable media operation.
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