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Ontrail is a personalized financial advice service that helps optimize unique situations. The Company was founded by Chris Goodmacher and Jessica Chen Riolfi.

Developer of a freelance payroll platform designed to help vendors save time, and costly errors by removing paperwork and hacky tools. The company's platform provides stabilizing financial tools and resources that take the unpredictability out of the business-freelancer relationship, enabling organizations to streamline cash flow management and payments.

KarmaCheck, Inc. specializes in providing both offline and online background screening services for employment purposes. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of services, including criminal checks, employment and education verifications, motor vehicle reports, reference checks, and drug testing. Utilizing an AI-driven, tech-first approach, KarmaCheck reimagines traditional background checks by delivering real-time, actionable notifications that expedite hiring decisions. Its mobile-first platform ensures ease of access while maintaining compliance and reliability. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, KarmaCheck enables businesses to conduct comprehensive checks efficiently, resulting in faster turnaround times and improved employee retention.

FarmRaise Inc. operates a digital fundraising platform designed to assist farmers and ranchers in accessing financial resources for on-farm improvements. Founded in 2020 and based in California, the platform connects users with various funding opportunities, including grants, loans, cost-sharing programs, and disaster relief initiatives. By providing tools for tracking cash flow and managing farm business, FarmRaise aims to enhance profitability and sustainability for agricultural operations. The platform allows farmers to register for free, match with relevant grants, and apply for federal programs, thereby facilitating their ability to secure necessary capital for growth and long-term planning.

Thoropass develops a compliance and information security platform that assists businesses in managing their compliance needs and obtaining necessary security certifications. The platform provides tools for storing, sharing, and managing the components of a business's compliance program. Thoropass reviews clients' policies and procedures, offering guidance on compliance steps, and organizes their system of record to align with specific compliance requirements. The service also promotes collaboration on vendor security assessments, enabling companies to achieve certifications more efficiently, close larger deals, and establish scalable security practices that can withstand audits. Based in New York, Thoropass aims to help growing businesses build trust in the marketplace through effective compliance management.

LÜK operates an online talent marketplace specifically designed for the fashion and entertainment industries, connecting clients with a diverse array of professionals, including models, photographers, stylists, and hair and makeup artists. By aggregating top talent agencies into a single platform, LÜK simplifies the process of locating and booking creative talent for photo and video shoots, allowing brands to efficiently cast from multiple premium agencies. In addition to facilitating talent bookings, LÜK is evolving into a payments platform for the industry, addressing a significant pain point where talent agencies often wait 60 to 150 days for payment. By factoring the receivables of over 150 talent agencies within its network, LÜK ensures that these agencies receive same-day payouts, thereby enhancing cash flow and operational efficiency.

Developer of a music platform built for creators, where songs can be used, not just listened to. The company's platform offers a creator music library with thousands of songs with multiple sound effects which can be used to create content without worrying about copyright claims and DMCA issues, enabling video creators and streamers to amplify their exposure and monetize their work by making music available.

Finary is an investing social platform designed to foster a digital community for emerging investors. Launched as part of the Y Combinator Winter 2021 Batch, the platform allows users to engage in discussions about their investments with friends, discover new investing communities, and execute trades in the market. By enabling investors to connect their accounts, Finary facilitates a collaborative environment where users can share insights and strategies, enhancing their overall investment experience.

Developer of a financial platform designed to simplify the complex world of capital markets for all players involved. The company's platform provides an extensive suite of analytics that empowers organizations to determine optimal financing strategies and organized record-keeping, enabling corporate finance teams to maximize performance and promote better financial outcomes.

Spark Advisors is a technology-enabled brokerage that collaborates with independent agents to provide a comprehensive concierge service for navigating retirement benefits. The company operates a business management platform specifically designed for Medicare insurance brokerages. This platform offers a suite of tools and resources, including enrollment and engagement tracking, marketing tools, and expert support. By equipping brokers with these resources, Spark Advisors aims to enhance the services they provide to millions of Medicare beneficiaries, ensuring they receive improved assistance in managing their retirement and healthcare options.

Scope Enterprises, Inc. operates a software implementation platform designed to streamline the implementation process for businesses. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the company provides an Implementation-as-a-Service solution that automates quotes for implementation costs and timelines, matches skilled implementers to projects, and manages the overall implementation process for software vendors and their clients. This platform allows companies to enhance their market reach, accelerate time to value, and minimize customer churn, regardless of whether they have in-house implementation resources. Originally established as SIMPL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., the company rebranded to Scope Enterprises, Inc. in February 2020, positioning itself as a leader in the implementation services market.

Pave, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a compensation management platform designed to enhance wage planning and communication for businesses. Founded in 2012, Pave offers tools for real-time compensation transparency, allowing organizations to track and measure employee compensation effectively. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing payroll software and human resource systems, helping companies verify important details such as past performance and equity vesting status. By eliminating the need for spreadsheets and ensuring accurate compensation benchmarks, Pave empowers businesses to make informed compensation decisions, ultimately aiding employees in navigating the complexities of their compensation packages.

Developer of a music platform built for creators, where songs can be used, not just listened to. The company's platform offers a creator music library with thousands of songs with multiple sound effects which can be used to create content without worrying about copyright claims and DMCA issues, enabling video creators and streamers to amplify their exposure and monetize their work by making music available.

Developer of adaptive threat detection technology designed to manage credit and debit payment risk in real-time. The company's technology leverages machine learning techniques to identify the likelihood of cybercriminal threats and processing errors, enabling organizations to avoid account takeover, synthetic identity fraud, admin errors, and business email compromise risks.

Thoropass develops a compliance and information security platform that assists businesses in managing their compliance needs and obtaining necessary security certifications. The platform provides tools for storing, sharing, and managing the components of a business's compliance program. Thoropass reviews clients' policies and procedures, offering guidance on compliance steps, and organizes their system of record to align with specific compliance requirements. The service also promotes collaboration on vendor security assessments, enabling companies to achieve certifications more efficiently, close larger deals, and establish scalable security practices that can withstand audits. Based in New York, Thoropass aims to help growing businesses build trust in the marketplace through effective compliance management.

Toucan develops a Google chrome extension for learning new languages and communicating with others. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

Toucan develops a Google chrome extension for learning new languages and communicating with others. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

Neo.tax is a tax preparation and filing service based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in assisting early-stage startups. The company offers a tax automation platform that employs machine learning algorithms to streamline the collection and organization of data from various sources, including emails, documents, project management tools, and financial systems. This technology generates comprehensive reports that detail all activities, expenses, and methodologies used to claim tax credits. By enhancing accuracy and simplifying the review process, Neo.tax aims to ensure that businesses are audit-ready, thereby facilitating a more efficient and reliable tax filing experience.

Thoropass develops a compliance and information security platform that assists businesses in managing their compliance needs and obtaining necessary security certifications. The platform provides tools for storing, sharing, and managing the components of a business's compliance program. Thoropass reviews clients' policies and procedures, offering guidance on compliance steps, and organizes their system of record to align with specific compliance requirements. The service also promotes collaboration on vendor security assessments, enabling companies to achieve certifications more efficiently, close larger deals, and establish scalable security practices that can withstand audits. Based in New York, Thoropass aims to help growing businesses build trust in the marketplace through effective compliance management.