Rain Technologies Inc. is a financial technology company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2019. The company develops applications aimed at enhancing employees' financial health by providing them with on-demand access to their earned wages. Rain's platform integrates with existing payroll systems, allowing employees to withdraw portions of their earned wages at any time, rather than waiting for the traditional payday. This service is offered as a voluntary benefit at no cost to employers. The Rain Instant Pay app not only facilitates wage access but also includes features such as overdraft protection through a checking account option, notifications for upcoming bills, and various budgeting and saving tools. By providing an alternative source for cash, Rain helps businesses support their employees in managing finances more effectively and avoiding reliance on payday loans.
Webacy is a security solution provider specializing in Web3 technologies. The company offers services such as risk analysis, transaction monitoring, and smart contract assessments to enhance the security of digital assets. Additionally, Webacy develops an online platform designed to protect crypto assets and social media accounts post-mortem, allowing users to manage their digital legacy by deciding the fate of their digital life, including assigning beneficiaries or deleting content and accounts after death.
Buildspace
Seed Round in 2022
Buildspace is a New York-based learning platform focused on educating crypto developers. The company provides resources and training to help developers create smart contract systems, enabling them to establish NFT trading centers and build applications on the web3 framework. Through its platform, Buildspace empowers developers to design and deploy customized projects, fostering innovation in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
Arc Technologies
Series A in 2022
Arc is a comprehensive finance platform tailored for SaaS startups. It partners with Stripe to offer customized financial products, allowing software founders to borrow, save, and spend on a single digital platform.
Better & Better
Venture Round in 2022
Better & Better is a New York-based company established in 2019 by co-founders Mary Costa, Jerry Hu, and Vladimir Vukicevic. The company specializes in personal care products, particularly focusing on oral care solutions. Better & Better offers a range of products, including organic toothpaste made from natural, chemical-free ingredients. The company is dedicated to sustainability, utilizing eco-friendly packaging and a reusable dispenser to minimize environmental impact. Its mission is to provide customers with vegan and organic oral care options while promoting responsible consumption that benefits both individual health and the planet. Better & Better's commitment to environmental consciousness is reflected in its product offerings and delivery methods, ensuring that hygiene practices align with sustainable living.
Arc Technologies
Seed Round in 2022
Arc is a comprehensive finance platform tailored for SaaS startups. It partners with Stripe to offer customized financial products, allowing software founders to borrow, save, and spend on a single digital platform.
Arc Boats
Series A in 2021
Arc Boats is an electric boat manufacturer offering a seamlessly connected boating experience. The boats use aerospace-inspired engineering and are designed with custom battery packs for stability, range, and speed.
Hai is a company dedicated to promoting sustainability through innovative products. It manufactures smart spa showers designed to offer users a luxurious home spa experience while minimizing environmental impact. The showers feature built-in Bluetooth technology and color-coded LEDs that monitor water usage, helping users to track their consumption over time. Additionally, the showers provide a spa-like mist that can be adjusted with a touch, delivering greater coverage compared to conventional showerheads. Hai also focuses on reducing its carbon footprint by equipping users with tools to decrease water and energy waste. Furthermore, the company emphasizes sustainable packaging practices, utilizing post-consumer, reusable, and recyclable materials.
Setter is a smart contract wallet that invites mainstream users into the fold and bridges the gap between web2-to-web3 commerce with ease.
Founded in 2015, Printify is a leading global print-on-demand platform empowering individuals to launch their own online businesses risk-free. With over 700 employees across three offices and diverse teams worldwide, the company offers a wide range of customizable products, from apparel to home goods, enabling entrepreneurs to expand with minimal investment.
Genome Medical
Series C in 2021
Genome Medical operates a platform that connects individuals and healthcare providers with genetic specialists. It offers virtual genetic care services, including clinical consultations for various health areas like cancer, cardiology, and reproductive health. The company uses its Genome Care Delivery technology to facilitate efficient genetic assessments and personalized treatment plans.
Workstream
Series B in 2021
Workstream is a prominent HR, payroll, and hiring platform tailored for the hourly workforce. It provides automated solutions that streamline various human resource processes, enabling franchise and business owners to efficiently manage hiring, retention, and payroll tasks from a single platform. With features such as workflow automation, advanced analytics, SMS communication, and machine learning, Workstream enhances the hiring experience and supports businesses in adhering to their onboarding procedures. The platform is trusted by 46 of the top 50 quick-service restaurant brands, including major names like Burger King, Jimmy John’s, and Taco Bell, allowing them to reduce labor costs and simplify operations effectively.
Founded in 2018, Landis is a real estate technology company based in New York. It specializes in helping renters become homeowners by allowing customers to select their dream home, rent it initially, and purchase it anytime within the first twelve months. The company also assists customers in building credit and saving for a down payment, providing a transparent process for transitioning from renting to owning.
Landis
Debt Financing in 2021
Founded in 2018, Landis is a real estate technology company based in New York. It specializes in helping renters become homeowners by allowing customers to select their dream home, rent it initially, and purchase it anytime within the first twelve months. The company also assists customers in building credit and saving for a down payment, providing a transparent process for transitioning from renting to owning.
Ethos Life
Series D in 2021
Ethos Life is an insurance company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing modern and ethical life insurance products, primarily term life insurance. Founded in 2016, Ethos aims to make life insurance affordable, accessible, and instant, addressing a significant market valued at $650 billion. The company employs innovative software to enhance the customer experience and utilizes technology to tailor coverage to individual needs. Ethos policies are issued and guaranteed by Legal & General America, a well-established life insurance provider. The company emphasizes a human approach in its services, striving to protect families through personalized insurance solutions.
Whatifi
Convertible Note in 2021
Whatifi develops an interactive video-streaming platform that enables users to watch movies together on their phones, making decisions that shape the story's outcome. It combines elements of user-generated filmmaking with high-quality production values.
Mesh
Convertible Note in 2021
Mesh specializes in facilitating secure cryptocurrency transactions. It connects over 300 exchanges and wallets, allowing seamless deposits and payments. Additionally, Mesh enables stock trading and cross-platform crypto transfers, fostering financial connectivity among users.
Public Holdings, Inc. is a financial technology company that offers a social investing platform, allowing users to engage in fractional trading of stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the platform enables individuals to invest with any amount of money while fostering a community where users can connect with friends, follow trading professionals, and share investment strategies. Public provides commission-free brokerage services, making the stock market accessible to a wider audience. The company's emphasis on social interaction and community learning distinguishes it from traditional trading platforms, as users can explore interest-based themes and gain insights from experts and peers. Public Holdings, Inc. also maintains a presence in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Arc Boats
Seed Round in 2021
Arc Boats is an electric boat manufacturer offering a seamlessly connected boating experience. The boats use aerospace-inspired engineering and are designed with custom battery packs for stability, range, and speed.
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Step is a fintech company that offers mobile-based banking services designed for teenagers. Its mission is to empower teens and young adults with financial independence and knowledge through its platform.
Ridepanda
Seed Round in 2020
Ridepanda is an online marketplace specializing in the sale of light and eco-friendly electric vehicles, including e-bikes, e-mopeds, and e-scooters. The platform is designed to accommodate user preferences based on individual height, weight, and various other choices. Additionally, Ridepanda provides a comprehensive range of support services to enhance the customer experience, including flexible financing options, extended warranties, theft insurance, vehicle assembly, and maintenance plans. By offering a curated selection of expert-vetted sustainable rides, Ridepanda aims to simplify the process of purchasing and maintaining electric vehicles while promoting environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
Playco Global
Series A in 2020
Playco Global develops browser-based streaming game engines, creating multiplayer games accessible across various gaming platforms. Established in 2010, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, Tokyo, and Seoul.
Run The World
Series A in 2020
Run The World, Inc. is a digital platform that specializes in facilitating live online events, enabling users to plan, host, and attend engaging virtual gatherings. Founded in 2019 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a variety of customizable event templates that allow organizers to easily create and manage events. Its platform promotes interaction among attendees through features such as attendee lists, fireside chats, and networking opportunities, creating a space for meaningful conversations and collaboration. Run The World aims to help professional organizations conduct more frequent meetings and engage members effectively, all while minimizing financial and time constraints. By leveraging proprietary technology, the platform offers innovative formats that enhance the online event experience, making it accessible to a global audience.
Public Holdings, Inc. is a financial technology company that offers a social investing platform, allowing users to engage in fractional trading of stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the platform enables individuals to invest with any amount of money while fostering a community where users can connect with friends, follow trading professionals, and share investment strategies. Public provides commission-free brokerage services, making the stock market accessible to a wider audience. The company's emphasis on social interaction and community learning distinguishes it from traditional trading platforms, as users can explore interest-based themes and gain insights from experts and peers. Public Holdings, Inc. also maintains a presence in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Alchemy Insights, Inc. is a blockchain intelligence and infrastructure platform that serves hedge funds and financial institutions. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, it offers a comprehensive suite of tools for analyzing blockchain data, including on-chain data, market trends, and community activity. The platform employs advanced machine learning techniques to help users identify entities, individuals, and currency flows on the blockchain, thereby aiding in sales, security, and strategic decision-making. Alchemy's emphasis on providing developers with essential tools allows for the creation of scalable and reliable decentralized applications without the complexities of managing blockchain infrastructure. The company is backed by notable organizations and individuals, reflecting its prominent position in the blockchain space.
Otis Wealth, Inc. is a marketplace that enables individuals to invest in exclusive alternative assets, including collectibles, fine art, and real estate. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company acquires high-quality assets and fractionalizes them into smaller shares, allowing investors to own a piece of valuable items. Otis aims to democratize investments by making it possible for a broader audience to participate in markets traditionally reserved for affluent investors. The platform not only focuses on investment-grade art and collectibles but also seeks to expand into other alternative asset classes such as wine, precious metals, and cultural assets like music royalties and film. By offering these investment opportunities, Otis helps investors achieve uncorrelated diversification in their portfolios.
Ok Play
Seed Round in 2019
Ok Play is a company based in Los Angeles, California, co-founded in 2019 by JJ, Chris, Colleen, Ken, and Travis. It focuses on enhancing family bonding and communication through a mobile application designed for children. The app serves as a learning tool that encourages kids to create their own personalized story adventures, fostering essential qualities such as empathy, kindness, and creativity. By offering themed programs developed by artists, educators, and scientists, Ok Play empowers children to take the lead in their storytelling, while also engaging them in weekly creative challenges. The platform aims to facilitate conversations and connections between parents and children, making everyday interactions more meaningful.
Our Place
Venture Round in 2019
Our Place is a company focused on enhancing the experience of home cooking by designing cookware and dinnerware that simplify meal preparation. Their product line includes frying pans, side bowls, drinking glasses, and main plates, all inspired by contemporary multi-ethnic kitchen traditions. The company aims to foster connections among people through shared meals, celebrating diverse cultures and honoring culinary traditions. By creating functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchenware, Our Place encourages the joy of cooking and dining together, making family dinners a more enjoyable experience.
PANGAIA
Seed Round in 2019
PANGAIA offers lifestyle products and accessories. That products include sweatshirts, t-shirts ,tops, track pants, activewear, jackets, outerwear, and knitwear. They allow consumers to directly buy goods or services from a seller over the internet using a web browser or a mobile app.
TravelBank
Corporate Round in 2019
TravelBank is a comprehensive business travel and expense management platform serving over 20,000 companies. It empowers businesses to control their travel programs effectively, achieving an average reduction of 30% in travel spend. The platform enhances employee satisfaction through its intuitive design and travel rewards program. Companies can easily create and implement custom travel policies, setting a baseline for travel expenditures. TravelBank offers round-the-clock concierge-level support via phone, email, or chat, ensuring continuous assistance from an in-house customer success team.
NURX is a digital healthcare company offering transparent pricing and judgement-free care across various services including reproductive health, at-home testing, dermatology, migraine care, and more. It provides users with convenient access to medications and personalized care through its platform.
Node
Venture Round in 2019
Node, recently acquired by SugarCRM, fuels Sugar's time-aware CX platform to help businesses by automatically forecasting expected outcomes and highlighting previously unforeseen challenges and opportunities.
Extending Sugar’s time-aware CX platform, Node’s AI technology adds the most coveted element of time—the future. The combined solution offers wide-ranging capabilities for sales, marketing, and service teams.
Node enables users of business applications to see into the future. Powered by Artificial Intuition™ technology, Node is the first turnkey AI-as-a-service platform focused on powering predictable business outcomes, which enterprises can use to quickly and seamlessly build advanced AI into both customer-facing and internal applications without investing years and millions of dollars on risky AI experiments. Applications powered by Node can deliver predictions that enable users to make smarter connections and decisions about how to engage with customers, employees, investors, and partners. Node was founded by Google's youngest employee, Falon Fatemi, and it's renowned technology team includes the Godfather of Search, Louis Monier who created Alta Vista, and Michael Radovancevich former CTO of Taleo and OpenX. Node is backed by Mark Cuban, NEA, Avalon Ventures, and JetBlue Technology Ventures.
Founded in 2014, Bolt enhances online shopping by offering a seamless checkout platform. It enables secure, logged-in, one-click purchases for shoppers, benefiting retailers like REVOLVE and Casper who use it to reduce cart abandonment and improve customer experience.
Genome Medical
Series B in 2019
Genome Medical operates a platform that connects individuals and healthcare providers with genetic specialists. It offers virtual genetic care services, including clinical consultations for various health areas like cancer, cardiology, and reproductive health. The company uses its Genome Care Delivery technology to facilitate efficient genetic assessments and personalized treatment plans.
Step is a fintech company that offers mobile-based banking services designed for teenagers. Its mission is to empower teens and young adults with financial independence and knowledge through its platform.
Gen.G esports
Series B in 2019
Gen.G esports is a prominent professional esports organization founded in 2017, with its headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, and additional offices in Los Angeles and Shanghai. The organization is known for bridging the esports markets in the United States and Asia, operating top teams in renowned games like Overwatch and League of Legends, and featuring a celebrated all-female Fortnite team. Gen.G has achieved significant recognition, including being ranked among the world's most valuable esports companies. Its teams have won seven global championships, reflecting their competitive prowess. Beyond team management, Gen.G offers a range of services such as coaching, training, and business development, while also creating platforms for global brands to engage with gaming fans. The company is committed to fostering inclusivity in esports through initiatives like #TeamBumble and the Gen.G Elite Esports Academy, which integrates academic programs with esports training. Gen.G's mission emphasizes leveraging the power of gaming to empower both fans and athletes in their pursuits, establishing it as a leader in the evolving landscape of sports entertainment.
GRO Biosciences
Seed Round in 2019
GRO Biosciences employs computational protein design and synthetic biology to enhance protein therapeutics. It has developed multiple genomically recoded bacterial strains capable of incorporating non-standard amino acids into proteins, resulting in improved potency, stability, and targeted delivery. The company focuses on developing advanced treatments for diabetes, growth disorders, and autoimmunity.
Pietra is an integrated digital commerce platform that helps independent brand owners manage product lifecycles—from design and sourcing to manufacturing, logistics, and online selling. The solution connects designers and customers for custom pieces and provides a centralized system for brand management, access to a network of vetted production facilities, specialized logistics for order processing and shipping, and tools for content creation and distribution to support launching and scaling products on a global e-commerce network.
Cubcoats
Seed Round in 2018
Cubcoats is a Los Angeles-based company that designs and markets wearable toys, featuring a patented stuffed animal that converts into a hoodie. The product line centers on soft, machine-washable fleece garments that transform from playful plushies into wearable hoodies, combining comfort, imagination, and practicality. Since its viral launch in 2017, Cubcoats has positioned itself as a family-focused brand, offering products intended to spark imaginative play while helping parents manage clutter. Each item often includes a storytelling guide to extend play beyond the garment itself. The company emphasizes safe materials and simple transformation to appeal to children and caregivers seeking innovative, interactive toys.