Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2014 and based in Burlington, Vermont. It specializes in investing in companies led by LGBT+ founders and C-suite leaders across various stages of growth, as well as in established firms aiming to create more inclusive teams. With a global portfolio of over 130 companies and $70 million in investment capital deployed, Gaingels actively supports its portfolio by helping to identify and recruit diverse talent for leadership roles. The firm fosters a vibrant community of industry leaders, investors, operators, and entrepreneurs who are united in their mission to drive positive social change through business and successful investments.

Marc Baum

Investor

Jesse Curran

Principal

Ashley Flucas

Venture Partner

Max Frenkel

General Partner

Todd Havill

Research Operations and Principal, Investment

Surya Jayaweera

Angel Investor

Jennifer Jeronimo

CEO and General Partner

Jake Prigoff

General Partner

Peter Steinberg

General Partner

Alexandra Tanner

Investor

Lorenzo Thione

General Partner

Past deals in District of Columbia

Galileo

Venture Round in 2023
Galileo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing healthcare mobile applications designed to facilitate medical care and expertise. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company provides an online communication platform that allows healthcare providers and patients to connect through synchronous and asynchronous telecommunications technologies. By leveraging these innovative solutions, Galileo aims to enhance access to comprehensive clinical care directly from mobile devices, improving the overall patient experience in healthcare delivery.

Caribou

Series C in 2022
MotoRefi, Inc. operates an automotive refinance platform designed to help customers save on their car loans. By partnering with various local and community lenders, the company offers competitive loan rates and aims to reduce monthly payments, with customers typically saving an average of $100 each month. MotoRefi's secure digital platform allows users to assess potential savings and complete the refinancing process easily from home. The company handles all aspects of the transaction, including paying off the previous lender and retitling the vehicle, eliminating the need for customers to visit the DMV. Founded in 2016, MotoRefi is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Base Operations

Seed Round in 2021
Base Operations Inc. specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services aimed at enhancing safety for global companies operating in emerging markets. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the company offers a range of security solutions, including threat assessments, visualizations, neighborhood threat ratings, and deployment services. Its platform aggregates and visualizes data from various sources, including crowdsourced and official information, to address geolocation-based challenges. By utilizing advanced analytics and heat mapping technology, Base Operations enables organizations to assess travel security, manage supply chain risks, and ensure the safety of their workforce. The company's focus on micro-intelligence allows security personnel to make informed decisions and respond effectively to potential threats, thereby protecting people and assets in complex environments.

OxiWear

Pre Seed Round in 2021
OxiWear ear-wearable devices for continuous oxygen monitoring and emergency alerting to detect and prevent silent-hypoxia caused by pulmonary hypertension, high altitude & high cardio activities, and COVID-19. Oxiwear's patented, a novel ear-worn pulse oximeter is intended for use in clinical and consumer settings.

Republic

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2016 and based in New York City, Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform that allows individuals to invest in private companies starting from as little as $10. The platform connects startups seeking funding with a diverse range of investors, including venture capital firms, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Republic facilitates investment opportunities across various sectors, including gaming, real estate, and cryptocurrencies, enabling a broader audience to participate in the startup ecosystem.

CodeLock

Seed Round in 2021
CodeLock focuses on the assessment and monitoring of software security. CodeLock was founded in 2021 and was headquartered in Washington, USA.

Super

Series C in 2021
Super Home Inc. offers a subscription-based service designed to assist homeowners with care and repair for their properties. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves members in Washington, DC, and Maryland. Super provides coverage for repairs and replacements of appliances and home systems that experience breakdowns. Users can conveniently access services through various devices, including desktop and mobile platforms. Additionally, Super's maintenance schedule helps homeowners understand their property's needs, ensuring they receive timely assistance without incurring high costs.

UrbanStems

Series C in 2021
UrbanStems Inc. is an online gifting company that specializes in on-demand flower delivery services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., UrbanStems offers a variety of fresh flowers and seasonal stems for different occasions, as well as floral arrangements tailored for businesses. The company distinguishes itself with hand-crafted bouquets delivered promptly, often within minutes, and includes thoughtful touches such as personalized notes and care instructions. UrbanStems also provides flower arrangement classes and operates a mobile application for seamless ordering. Its services are available in major cities including New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., offering customers a convenient and affordable gifting experience with free shipping and delivery options.

UrbanStems

Series C in 2021
UrbanStems Inc. is an online gifting company that specializes in on-demand flower delivery services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., UrbanStems offers a variety of fresh flowers and seasonal stems for different occasions, as well as floral arrangements tailored for businesses. The company distinguishes itself with hand-crafted bouquets delivered promptly, often within minutes, and includes thoughtful touches such as personalized notes and care instructions. UrbanStems also provides flower arrangement classes and operates a mobile application for seamless ordering. Its services are available in major cities including New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., offering customers a convenient and affordable gifting experience with free shipping and delivery options.

Kaster

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Communication between general contractors and their vendors on construction projects is complex and fragmented, yet it’s mostly handled through email. Naturally, critical items get lost in personal inbox clutter. As a result, everyone suffers the financial impacts of project delays, disputes, and issues. TargetDocs bridges the gap between general contractors and vendors by connecting them through one communication workspace, so items never fall through the cracks and project teams are always on the same page. Learn more at www.targetdocs.com

American Gene Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
American Gene Technologies is a gene and cell therapeutics company based in Rockville, Maryland, founded in 2007. The company specializes in developing a proprietary lentiviral platform that enables the creation of bio-safe lentivirus therapies for a range of applications, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, and inherited disorders. Their developmental portfolio features advanced tools and components for gene therapy and regenerative medicine, with a focus on innovative treatments like AGT103-T, which aims to provide a functional cure for HIV. Additionally, American Gene Technologies is working on a synthetic gene designed to deliver therapeutic levels of phenylalanine hydroxylase for the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). The company's mission is to harness gene and cell therapy to alleviate suffering from serious diseases.

Territory Foods

Series B in 2021
Territory Foods is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing chef-prepared, nutritionist-approved meals tailored to various dietary preferences. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Arlington, VA, the company offers a diverse range of freshly-made meals designed by culinary professionals and nutrition experts. Its menus feature artisan dishes that are responsibly sourced and free of refined sugars, gluten, and dairy, catering to health-conscious consumers. Meals can be customized to fit dietary needs such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, and Keto, making it easier for customers to maintain healthy eating habits. Territory Foods employs a proprietary algorithm to ensure a rotating menu that keeps meal options varied and engaging.

ThreatQuotient

Venture Round in 2021
ThreatQuotient, Inc. operates a threat intelligence platform that helps organizations manage and respond to cyber threats effectively. Founded in 2013 and based in Reston, Virginia, the company offers ThreatQ, which centralizes and correlates various external threat intelligence sources with internal security and analytics solutions. This platform provides contextual and operationalized intelligence, enabling security teams to identify, understand, and prioritize threats tailored to their specific infrastructure. ThreatQ features integrations with commercial and open-source intelligence feeds, as well as advanced threat solutions and security monitoring systems. This comprehensive approach enhances an organization's ability to respond to high-priority threats through automation and informed decision-making. Additionally, ThreatQuotient has operations in Germany and Australia, further extending its global reach in cybersecurity.

ThreatQuotient

Debt Financing in 2021
ThreatQuotient, Inc. operates a threat intelligence platform that helps organizations manage and respond to cyber threats effectively. Founded in 2013 and based in Reston, Virginia, the company offers ThreatQ, which centralizes and correlates various external threat intelligence sources with internal security and analytics solutions. This platform provides contextual and operationalized intelligence, enabling security teams to identify, understand, and prioritize threats tailored to their specific infrastructure. ThreatQ features integrations with commercial and open-source intelligence feeds, as well as advanced threat solutions and security monitoring systems. This comprehensive approach enhances an organization's ability to respond to high-priority threats through automation and informed decision-making. Additionally, ThreatQuotient has operations in Germany and Australia, further extending its global reach in cybersecurity.

Workchew

Seed Round in 2021
WorkChew Inc. operates a marketplace platform that connects mobile and remote workers with workspace options in restaurants and hotels across Chicago, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the platform transforms dynamic restaurants into safe and affordable co-working spaces, offering food, drinks, and essential amenities such as high-speed wifi. By providing discounted dining options along with workspace access, WorkChew enables professionals to work efficiently while saving on both workspace and food expenses.

Base Operations

Seed Round in 2021
Base Operations Inc. specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services aimed at enhancing safety for global companies operating in emerging markets. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the company offers a range of security solutions, including threat assessments, visualizations, neighborhood threat ratings, and deployment services. Its platform aggregates and visualizes data from various sources, including crowdsourced and official information, to address geolocation-based challenges. By utilizing advanced analytics and heat mapping technology, Base Operations enables organizations to assess travel security, manage supply chain risks, and ensure the safety of their workforce. The company's focus on micro-intelligence allows security personnel to make informed decisions and respond effectively to potential threats, thereby protecting people and assets in complex environments.

Hungry

Series B in 2020
Hungry Marketplace, Inc. operates a mobile food marketplace that connects food enthusiasts with local chefs, providing a platform for ordering made-to-order meals. Founded in 2016 and based in Arlington, Virginia, the company delivers fresh-cooked meals across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Hungry specializes in catering by offering a diverse selection of curated menus from independent chefs, primarily serving businesses seeking quality office lunches. The company has successfully raised significant funding, with a notable Series B round led by prominent investors, enhancing its ability to expand its services. Committed to community welfare, Hungry's "Fight Against Hunger" initiative donates one meal to those in need for every two meals purchased, while its "WeRecycle" program emphasizes environmental sustainability through the use of biodegradable utensils. With plans for rapid expansion into additional U.S. cities, Hungry aims to become a significant player in the $60 billion catering market.

Caribou

Series A in 2020
MotoRefi, Inc. operates an automotive refinance platform designed to help customers save on their car loans. By partnering with various local and community lenders, the company offers competitive loan rates and aims to reduce monthly payments, with customers typically saving an average of $100 each month. MotoRefi's secure digital platform allows users to assess potential savings and complete the refinancing process easily from home. The company handles all aspects of the transaction, including paying off the previous lender and retitling the vehicle, eliminating the need for customers to visit the DMV. Founded in 2016, MotoRefi is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

305 Fitness

Venture Round in 2019
305 Fitness, Inc. owns and operates dance cardio workout fitness centers. It offers dance moves, sports drills, conditioning exercises, and high intensity interval training sessions. The company also provides sprint intervals, sculpting segments, and stretch cool down classes, as well as live DJs. 305 Fitness, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in New York, New York. It has additional locations in District of Columbia, New York, Massachusetts, California, and Illinois.

Long-Term Stock Exchange

Series B in 2019
The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) is a national securities exchange regulated by the SEC, established to foster alignment between companies and long-term investors with an emphasis on value creation. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, LTSE aims to reverse the decline in the number of public companies in the United States by offering a new venue for listings that prioritizes long-term growth and sustainability. The organization has assembled a team of experts in finance, regulation, law, and technology, strategically located in New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. Through its innovative approach, LTSE seeks to enhance the experience for public companies and investors, ultimately promoting a healthier financial ecosystem focused on enduring value.

Outlogic

Series A in 2019
Outlogic operates an online location platform that develops a comprehensive map of individual movements to address various real-world needs. The company's offerings include a location data collection technology, safety applications such as Drunk Mode for social connectivity, fitness apps like Burn, and tools for real-time family location sharing through PlanC. Outlogic is committed to enhancing accuracy and transparency in location data, creating the largest privacy-conscious location data panel. This initiative supports diverse industries including advertising, market research, real estate, and security. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Outlogic aims to foster innovation with high-quality location data while promoting a more efficient and sustainable world through its initiatives.

Galileo

Series A in 2019
Galileo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing healthcare mobile applications designed to facilitate medical care and expertise. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company provides an online communication platform that allows healthcare providers and patients to connect through synchronous and asynchronous telecommunications technologies. By leveraging these innovative solutions, Galileo aims to enhance access to comprehensive clinical care directly from mobile devices, improving the overall patient experience in healthcare delivery.

Pie Insurance

Series B in 2019
Pie Insurance Holdings Inc. provides online workers compensation insurance services for business owners. The company provides insurance against illness or injury, disability, and death. Pie Insurance Holdings Inc. also offers a price predictor which provides risk profile and price estimate to users. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Washington, District Of Columbia.

Territory Foods

Series A in 2019
Territory Foods is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing chef-prepared, nutritionist-approved meals tailored to various dietary preferences. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Arlington, VA, the company offers a diverse range of freshly-made meals designed by culinary professionals and nutrition experts. Its menus feature artisan dishes that are responsibly sourced and free of refined sugars, gluten, and dairy, catering to health-conscious consumers. Meals can be customized to fit dietary needs such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, and Keto, making it easier for customers to maintain healthy eating habits. Territory Foods employs a proprietary algorithm to ensure a rotating menu that keeps meal options varied and engaging.
American Gene Technologies is a gene and cell therapeutics company based in Rockville, Maryland, founded in 2007. The company specializes in developing a proprietary lentiviral platform that enables the creation of bio-safe lentivirus therapies for a range of applications, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, and inherited disorders. Their developmental portfolio features advanced tools and components for gene therapy and regenerative medicine, with a focus on innovative treatments like AGT103-T, which aims to provide a functional cure for HIV. Additionally, American Gene Technologies is working on a synthetic gene designed to deliver therapeutic levels of phenylalanine hydroxylase for the treatment of Phenylketonuria (PKU). The company's mission is to harness gene and cell therapy to alleviate suffering from serious diseases.

Ori.ai

Seed Round in 2017
Ori is an AI-powered navigator that bridges the gap between care teams and their patients. We’re on a mission to fix healthcare by transforming the patient experience through artificial intelligence and mobile messaging to drive the triple aim of healthcare. We are a rapidly growing digital health startup backed by folks who helped fund and build incredible companies including Higher One, General Assembly, TrackMaven, Contactually, Simple Contacts, Hologram and many others.

Glamsquad

Series B in 2015
GLAMSQUAD, Inc., operating as GLAM Group, is a New York-based company that provides on-demand beauty services. Founded in 2013, it offers hair, makeup, and nail services in various cities including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. GLAMSQUAD employs trained and vetted beauty professionals who deliver personalized services in clients' homes, at events, or in offices. The company utilizes a mobile app and website to facilitate easy booking, allowing clients to select services, dates, and locations. In addition to its service offerings, GLAMSQUAD has expanded into retail with a line of hair and makeup products, developed in response to customer feedback. The integration of technology helps match professionals with clients, ensuring a tailored experience.
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