Fidelity

Fidelity Investments is a privately owned investment manager based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1946. The firm offers a wide range of financial services, including individual retirement accounts, 401(k) rollovers, annuities, discount brokerage, and wealth management. It serves a diverse clientele, including individual investors, businesses, financial advisors, and institutions. Fidelity manages equity, fixed income, and balanced mutual funds, investing in public equity and fixed income markets worldwide. The firm conducts in-house research to guide its investment decisions and supports over 32 million clients in achieving their financial goals. Additionally, Fidelity assists more than 22,000 businesses with employee benefit programs and collaborates with over 13,000 financial institutions to provide innovative investment and technology solutions.

Bruce Johnstone

Managing Director and Senior Marketing Investment Strategist

Gerard John McGraw

CFO and Director

Past deals in Series G

Farmer Business Network

Series G in 2021
Farmer Business Network (FBN) is an independent agronomic information network designed to enhance the livelihoods of farmers by making data accessible and useful. Leveraging data science and machine learning, FBN offers its members unbiased insights about their fields, drawing on billions of data points collected from a vast network of farmers. The platform provides valuable resources such as product performance analytics, benchmarking, and predictive insights based on real-world agricultural data. By connecting farmers across the United States, FBN helps them achieve input savings, gain profitable insights, and secure better crop prices, ultimately fostering a collaborative environment that benefits the agricultural community.

PROCEPT BioRobotics

Series G in 2021
PROCEPT BioRobotics is a surgical robotics company focused on enhancing patient care through innovative solutions in urology. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood Shores, California, the company has developed the AquaBeam Robotic System, an autonomous robot designed for the removal of prostate tissue. This system supports Aquablation therapy, a minimally invasive treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). By leveraging advanced robotics, PROCEPT BioRobotics aims to improve surgical outcomes and patient experiences in the treatment of urological conditions.

goPuff

Series G in 2021
goPuff is a Philadelphia-based startup that delivers products like over-the-counter medicine, baby food, and alcohol. goPuff was founded in 2013 by Yakir Gola and Rafael Ilishayev, two Drexel University students with a minivan and a vision to make everyday life a little easier. What started as a snack delivery service quickly grew into a national essential, and food delivery service, and later, in some markets, alcohol delivery. Today, goPuff is the fastest growing delivery service, operating 24/7 in most major markets. goPuff makes sure its customers have everything they need: from quick meals, over-the-counter meds, snacks and drinks to electronics, office supplies, baby and pet essentials, and in some markets, beer, wine, and spirits. Across America, goPuff is known for satiating late-night cravings for Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, Doritos, Red Bull, and, in select markets, White Claw and rescuing those in need of diapers, condoms, and cleaning products. goPuff allows users the joy of browsing the shelves without the hassle of going to the store. It takes seconds to navigate the app and minutes for goPuff’s Driver-Partners to deliver the customer’s needs and wants. goPuff’s strategically located facilities cut out the middleman allowing for a flat fee of $1.95. goPuff’s success has allowed the company to support important causes. In March 2020 goPuff committed to $1 million in orders to hospital workers fighting COVID-19. In May 2020 the company wrote a check for $1 million to match donations to Boys and Girls Clubs. In June 2020 goPuff committed to supporting underrepresented founders in Philadelphia.

Affirm

Series G in 2020
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers installment loans to consumers at the point of sale, allowing them to make purchases from online merchants and pay for them in fixed monthly installments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to provide transparent financial products that empower consumers and enhance their buying experience. Customers can select Affirm as a payment method at checkout, complete a real-time application, and choose a payment plan that aligns with their budget. The service stands out by offering upfront pricing with no hidden fees or compounding interest, unlike traditional credit options. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and electronics, to provide consumers with a flexible alternative to credit cards. Loans are facilitated through a partnership with Cross River Bank, ensuring a reliable financing option for users.

Deliveroo

Series G in 2019
Deliveroo is an online food delivery platform based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2012 by Gregory Orlowski and William Shu. The platform enables users to order meals from a variety of local restaurants, focusing on providing premium dining options. By connecting customers with their favorite eateries, Deliveroo aims to enhance the convenience of food delivery while supporting local businesses. The company has established itself as a significant player in the food delivery industry, catering to a growing demand for accessible and quality dining experiences delivered directly to consumers' homes.

Moderna

Series G in 2018
Moderna, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2010. It specializes in the development of therapeutics and vaccines utilizing messenger RNA technology, which instructs cells to produce proteins essential for various biological functions. The company's extensive pipeline includes 40 mRNA development candidates targeting a range of therapeutic areas such as infectious diseases, oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and rare genetic disorders. Moderna gained significant recognition with its COVID-19 vaccine, which was authorized for use in the United States in December 2020. The company maintains strategic partnerships with organizations such as AstraZeneca, Merck & Co., and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, enhancing its research capabilities and manufacturing processes. Additionally, it has research collaborations with esteemed institutions like Harvard University.

Stemcentrx

Series G in 2015
Stemcentrx is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies aimed at curing and significantly improving survival rates for cancer patients. Founded in 2008 by Brian Slingerland and Scott J. Dylla, the company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. Stemcentrx specializes in disease-specific treatments designed to target tumors effectively at their roots. As of June 1, 2016, Stemcentrx operates as a subsidiary of AbbVie, further enhancing its capabilities in cancer research and treatment development.

Pinterest

Series G in 2015
Pinterest, Inc. operates as a visual discovery engine, enabling users to find inspiration across a range of interests, including recipes, home décor, travel, and creative projects. Launched in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on personalized boards, facilitating the discovery of ideas tailored to individual tastes. Users can follow others and re-post or "pin" items, fostering a community of creativity and sharing. With over 150 million monthly users, Pinterest serves as a popular tool for visual bookmarking and inspiration, employing more than 1,000 people to enhance user experience and engagement.

SpaceX

Series G in 2015
Space Exploration Technologies is a space-transportation startup company founded by Elon Musk. SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX develops crew and cargo capsules, engines, cryogenic tank structures, avionics, equipment, guidance, and control software. The company is developing the partially reusable launch vehicles Falcon 1 and Falcon 9. Founded in 2002, Space Exploration Technologies is headquartered in Hawthorne, California.

Roku

Series G in 2014
Roku, Inc. operates a TV streaming platform that enables users to access a wide range of content, including movies, TV episodes, live sports, music, and news. The company consists of two main segments: Platform and Player. Roku's platform features a user-friendly interface powered by its proprietary operating system, Roku OS. The company manufactures and sells streaming media players, accessories, and TVs under the Roku brand, along with branded remote control buttons. Additionally, Roku provides advertising solutions such as video ads and brand sponsorships. Its products and services are available through various retailers and distributors, as well as directly to customers via its website, reaching markets in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Ireland, Mexico, and parts of Latin America. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, Roku has established itself as a leader in streaming innovation, boasting a large and engaged customer base.