Ulu Ventures

Trusted by more than 70 cities around the world, Populus is a comprehensive digital solution that empowers cities to manage their streets, and develop data-driven policies with access to data from mobility operators (shared bikes, scooters, and cars).

Trusted by more than 70 cities around the world, Populus is a comprehensive digital solution that empowers cities to manage their streets, and develop data-driven policies with access to data from mobility operators (shared bikes, scooters, and cars).

Zum Services, Inc. specializes in providing safe and reliable transportation for children and youth, catering to both school districts and busy families. The company offers a range of services, including scheduled and on-demand rides, carpool options, and on-site childcare, ensuring consistent drivers for pickups and drop-offs related to school, sports, and other activities. Zum leverages a network of highly vetted drivers along with advanced scheduling and tracking technology to enhance efficiency and safety. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Zum operates in key regions such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, focusing on delivering flexible transportation solutions that save time for parents and reduce costs for schools.

Zum Services, Inc. specializes in providing safe and reliable transportation for children and youth, catering to both school districts and busy families. The company offers a range of services, including scheduled and on-demand rides, carpool options, and on-site childcare, ensuring consistent drivers for pickups and drop-offs related to school, sports, and other activities. Zum leverages a network of highly vetted drivers along with advanced scheduling and tracking technology to enhance efficiency and safety. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Zum operates in key regions such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, focusing on delivering flexible transportation solutions that save time for parents and reduce costs for schools.

Proterra Inc. designs and manufactures zero-emission electric buses, specializing in heavy-duty vehicles that enable fleet operators to reduce operating costs and eliminate fossil fuel dependency. The company’s product lineup includes 35-foot and 40-foot Catalyst transit vehicles, which are built to meet the diverse mileage needs of urban and regional routes on a single charge. Proterra also provides a range of services, including pre-delivery consultations, training programs, mid-life inspections, and battery management services. Their offerings extend to energy services such as fleet planning, charging infrastructure, and telematics. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, Proterra has additional offices in South Carolina and California, and its products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the United States. By helping customers transition to battery-electric transit solutions, Proterra has contributed to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption.