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 Entertainment

VersusGame

Series A in 2022
Developer of an interactive content marketplace platform designed to provide a gamified content experience that allows people to test their knowledge in a fun and fair environment. The company offers a business-to-business model that embeds tech into other people's sites, apps, TV shows, and podcasts with artificial intelligence summarizes the content and makes it interactive without humans and helps individuals to place bets on their favorite brands, celebrities, musicians, and companies, enabling users to put their knowledge of mainstream culture and content to good use.

Zoog

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Zoog is great for grandparents, traveling parents, military families, educators, and children. Bring out your inner storyteller and inspire your loved ones with exciting, educational, and entertaining content and activities that the whole family will enjoy. With Zoog, you can easily create a fun and unique interactive video with the push of a button. We automatically apply filters, effects, and music that match the story, so all that is left for you to do is read!

Trendio

Seed Round in 2022
Trendio is a video shopping entertainment platform that builds elevated, engaging, and innovative digital shopping experiences in beauty. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Bellevue, Washington.

Dorian

Series A in 2022
Dorian Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a no-code platform aimed at a female-first audience, enabling writers to transform their narratives into interactive visual games. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform allows users to design characters and backgrounds by selecting from various visual assets or uploading their own, utilizing a flowchart-style interface. This innovative approach not only facilitates the creation of personalized interactive content but also allows writers to engage with their audience and generate revenue from their work. Dorian's offerings cater to the entertainment sector, providing a unique opportunity for writers to connect with fans through interactive storytelling.

Encore Music Technologies

Seed Round in 2022
Encore is an interactive live music mobile-based platform aiming to help artists monetize their connections with fans. It enables live music experiences through smartphones, fan interaction, community-centered content, and merchandise offerings to give fans new ways to reward the artists they love. The interactive live music app was launched in 2020 by Kid Cudi, Ian Edelman, and start-up veteran Jonathan Gray.

Glue

Series A in 2022
Mystery creates a curated multi-destination night out based on the likes, dislikes, and interests of the user. They handle all services including planning, transportation, and reservations and have it a personalized experience that is a surprise.

Elude

Seed Round in 2021
Elude is a travel planning platform that enables users to explore travel options based on their budget and available time off. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company offers an automatic search engine that identifies destinations users can afford to visit. By inputting their travel budget and dates, users can discover various cities worldwide that fit their criteria. In addition to providing destination options, Elude facilitates the booking of flights and hotel packages, promoting transparency in the often complex travel market. The platform aims to simplify travel planning by maximizing users' budgets and helping them make informed decisions about their next getaway.

Struum

Series A in 2021
Struum is an innovative platform that aggregates streaming content, allowing viewers to access thousands of shows and movies from over 60 services through a single monthly subscription. It simplifies the streaming experience by enabling users to search, discover, and redeem content using credits. The platform offers a diverse range of programming, including documentaries, indie films, classic movies, true crime series, and multicultural content, catering to various interests and demographics. Struum's approach allows consumers to effortlessly navigate and enjoy a wide array of entertainment options from different subscription video-on-demand providers, enhancing their viewing experience.

Jet Media Network

Seed Round in 2021
Jet Media Network operates a media platform focused on creating customized digital destinations for high-profile athletes and celebrities. The company emphasizes data-driven strategies to develop next-generation media networks that empower communities. By providing tailored mobile experiences, Jet Media Network facilitates direct connections between athletes, celebrities, and their fans, fostering engagement and interaction.

Nifty Games

Series B in 2021
Nifty Games Inc. specializes in designing and developing mobile-based sports games, focusing on delivering head-to-head, free-to-play experiences. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company targets the rapidly growing segment of mobile gaming by offering classic sports competitions that can be completed in just a few minutes. Nifty Games aims to provide fun and competitive gaming experiences through quick-session arcade-style gameplay, appealing to a diverse global audience of sports enthusiasts. Its commitment to innovation in mobile sports gaming positions it as a key player in this dynamic industry.

Sanctuary

Seed Round in 2021
Sanctuary Ventures, Inc. is a company that develops and operates a digital platform catering to younger audiences interested in astrology, tarot, and supernatural experiences. Founded in 2016 and based in Venice, California, Sanctuary provides a variety of mystical products and services, including daily personalized horoscopes, real-time birth chart readings, and insights from professional astrologers. The platform aims to deliver illuminating experiences, helping users navigate existential questions through cosmic insights and personalized forecasts. By curating a community around these mystical themes, Sanctuary engages millennial audiences seeking guidance and understanding in their daily lives.

Whatifi

Convertible Note in 2021
Whatifi provides a new way to watch movies on your phone with friends. Whatifi unlocks the ability to discuss, debate and decide what happens next in the movies you watch with friends and family, offering dozens of plotlines, character arcs, and endings.

Allstar

Seed Round in 2021
Allstar is a gaming company focused on empowering gamers to become content creators by providing innovative tools for content generation. The company's platform enables users to capture, discover, and share their significant esports moments as professional-quality video clips. By democratizing gaming content, Allstar aims to elevate everyday gamers and help them showcase their skills and achievements within the gaming community.

ConnectCareHero

Pre Seed Round in 2021
ConnectCareHero is a social activities management platform designed to enhance activity programming. Find curated entertainment in your area!

Revry

Seed Round in 2021
Revry, Inc. operates a digital media network that streams a diverse array of entertainment content specifically created for queer and allied audiences. Founded in 2016 and based in Glendale, California, the platform offers films, television series, podcasts, music albums, and original productions, all accessible via web and mobile devices. Revry highlights the best of queer culture and voices globally and is available in over 250 million homes and devices through various OTT, mobile, and online platforms, including Samsung TV Plus, The Roku Channel, and Comcast Xfinity X1. The company is led by a diverse founding team with extensive experience in technology, digital media, and LGBTQ+ advocacy, reflecting its commitment to representing queer perspectives in entertainment.

Struum

Venture Round in 2021
Struum is an innovative platform that aggregates streaming content, allowing viewers to access thousands of shows and movies from over 60 services through a single monthly subscription. It simplifies the streaming experience by enabling users to search, discover, and redeem content using credits. The platform offers a diverse range of programming, including documentaries, indie films, classic movies, true crime series, and multicultural content, catering to various interests and demographics. Struum's approach allows consumers to effortlessly navigate and enjoy a wide array of entertainment options from different subscription video-on-demand providers, enhancing their viewing experience.

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.
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