Defy.

Defy is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2016 that specializes in early-stage technology companies across North America. Located in Woodside, the firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including software, business-to-business services, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and e-commerce, among others. Defy is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs through critical growth phases following seed funding, emphasizing the importance of conviction and talent in driving innovation. The firm aims to empower founders to challenge conventional wisdom and create transformative businesses, embodying the spirit of defiance that characterizes successful entrepreneurship.

Medha Agarwal

General Partner

Madison McIIwain

Principal

Adam Park

Associate

Neil Sequeira

Co-Founder and Partner

Amy Yin

Venture Partner

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Genemod

Seed Round in 2023
Genemod Corporation, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in designing and developing inventory management software specifically for life scientists. Established in 2018, the company provides a unified platform that integrates scientific and management tools, enabling effective collaboration and streamlined operations in research laboratories. Its offerings include project management software, sequence editing software, and an intuitive dashboard, all aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency. By utilizing advanced data processing algorithms, Genemod's platform supports life scientists in managing the various tools and tasks necessary for their research, ensuring a user-friendly and secure experience.

Giadzy

Seed Round in 2023
Giadzy, founded by chef and television personality, Giada De Laurentiis, is an online retailer and media company offering specialty Italian ingredients, alongside premium Italian food and lifestyle content. With deep roots in Italian cuisine and culture, Giadzy is dedicated to sharing the effortless good taste and simplicity of Italian living. The hand-picked products in the Giadzy marketplace are sourced from small family purveyors across the country, from the snowy Alps to sultry Sicily. You'll also find immersive content spanning recipes to videos highlighting the best uses for these ingredients, as well as tips from trusted chefs and locals.

Craniometrix

Seed Round in 2022
Craniometrix is a D2C SaaS solution that screens cognitive impairment in a simple, cost-effective, and accurate manner. they help to detect of Alzheimer's disease, even years before symptoms appear.

Profasee

Seed Round in 2022
Profasee is a company that specializes in dynamic pricing solutions for brands selling on Amazon. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, Profasee analyzes vast amounts of consumer behavior and competitive data in real-time. This allows brands to determine the optimal price for each product at any given moment, significantly improving their pricing strategies. Traditional pricing methods often lead to substantial revenue losses, but Profasee's platform helps brands avoid these pitfalls by instantly identifying the best pricing opportunities. The company's focus on real-time data analysis enables a more personalized shopping experience, ultimately enhancing both brand performance and customer satisfaction.

Pawlicy Advisor

Series B in 2022
Pawlicy Advisor Inc. is a pet insurance comparison service founded in 2018 and located in New York, New York. The company specializes in helping pet owners find optimal insurance coverage by allowing them to compare breed-specific insurance plans. Pawlicy Advisor examines various options available in the market and assesses the specific risks associated with different pet breeds. This approach enables pet owners to make informed decisions, ensuring they choose the best coverage for their needs while saving money. The service aims to simplify the process of selecting pet insurance, providing clear guidance on risks, costs, and coverage options.

PerkUp

Pre Seed Round in 2022
PerkUp provides a rewards and recognition platform that enables companies to enhance employee engagement and motivation through personalized rewards and gamification tools. The platform allows businesses to issue perk cards that can be used by employees for a variety of purposes, including entertainment, education, fitness, childcare, and office equipment. By simplifying the rewards process and eliminating the cumbersome reimbursement procedures, PerkUp aims to foster a more positive and productive work environment. Additionally, the platform integrates seamlessly with HR systems, ultimately contributing to improved employee wellbeing and satisfaction.

Airspace

Series D in 2022
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Perfect Venue

Seed Round in 2022
Perfect Venue is a developer of booking software that simplifies the process of finding and reserving private event spaces. The platform enables users to search, compare, and book venues tailored to their specific event needs. It offers features such as contactless payments and catering management, enhancing the overall event planning experience. By providing a comprehensive solution for venue booking, Perfect Venue aims to streamline the connection between events and suitable locations, making it easier for individuals and organizations to host successful gatherings.

Bazaar Technologies

Series B in 2022
Bazaar Technologies is an online marketplace founded in 2020 and based in Karachi, Pakistan, that connects small and medium-sized retailers directly with wholesalers and manufacturers. The platform provides retailers access to a diverse range of goods from various local and international brands, as well as unbranded products, all available on a single interface. Retailers can place orders any day of the week, benefiting from free next-day delivery to their storefronts. In addition to its marketplace services, Bazaar has developed a bookkeeping platform that includes a built-in calculator, cashbook dashboard, and account reports, enabling businesses to digitize their operations and enhance productivity. Through its innovative solutions, Bazaar aims to empower the backbone of Pakistan’s retail economy.

Freightpay

Seed Round in 2022
Freightpay’s mission is to enable the global supply chain to transact more efficiently.

Fyn

Seed Round in 2022
BearTax is an easy to use cryptocurrency tax software for individuals and accountants to calculate gains and file taxes on capital gains. BearTax is integrated with major cryptocurrency exchanges via secure APIs and file uploads. It can consolidate trades, review missing sources, match buys and sells smartly and can calculate gain-loss information. BearTax works with USA, Australian, Japanese and Canadian tax periods, support their native currencies. With a global user base, it aims to become the platform of choice for accountants and individuals dealing with crypto taxes.

Novi Connect

Series B in 2022
Novi Connect, Inc. is a technology platform based in Larkspur, California, that utilizes artificial intelligence to compile proprietary chemical information from manufacturers and suppliers, creating detailed chemical profiles at the trade material level. Founded in 2019, the platform facilitates ingredient transparency by allowing brands to meet unique ingredient standards and enabling retailers to enforce their ingredient policies. Novi Connect acts as a third-party clearinghouse, streamlining communication between brands and suppliers while safeguarding proprietary data. The platform supports brands and formulators in assessing current ingredients, discovering safer alternatives, and finding new materials that align with their standards. By partnering with emerging brands and established retailers, Novi Connect aims to enhance product development and certification processes, ultimately increasing visibility and efficiency in the marketplace.

Wonderment

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of an e-commerce management platform designed to get real-time insight into stalled shipments. The company's platform notifies customers about delayed or lost shipments and automates proactive shipping notifications via email and SMS, enabling e-commerce teams to improve customer satisfaction while reducing support costs.

Grid

Series A in 2022
Grid is a company that offers a comprehensive management platform for financial services aimed at simplifying financial processes for clients. The platform provides tools for tracking payrolls, taxes, bills, and refunds, as well as managing individual paychecks. Additionally, Grid has developed a financial application that facilitates online tax filing and advisory services. This application collects financial information from clients and pairs them with in-house advisors, helping taxpayers maximize deductions and prepare their annual returns efficiently. By combining these features, Grid aims to optimize financial management for its users while maintaining transparency in costs through a flat fee structure.

Field Day

Seed Round in 2021
Field Day is an online platform that streamlines individuals, organizations, coordination, and communication to discover and engage with local nonprofits through group volunteer events.

Fable

Series A in 2021
Fable Group, Inc. owns and operates a platform, which delivers a social experience with stories in the service of mental wellness. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Mixhalo

Series B in 2021
Mixhalo Corp. is a San Francisco-based company that has developed an audio technology platform allowing users to access high-quality sound at live events through their smartphones. Founded in 2016 by musician Mike Einziger and violinist Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo offers a solution that delivers real-time audio directly to attendees' phones and headphones. This platform enhances the experience at various events, including concerts, sporting events, conferences, and political speeches, ensuring that audiences receive the audio quality they expect. By leveraging this technology, live event organizers can create immersive experiences for attendees, making it easier for them to connect with the content being presented.

SendOwl

Seed Round in 2021
SendOwl is a software company that develops tools for selling digital products through social media and blogs.

TruePlan

Series A in 2021
TruePlan Inc. is a company that develops a collaborative headcount management platform aimed at enhancing financial visibility and control for organizations. Established in 2020 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, TruePlan's platform streamlines headcount management by reducing the time spent on manual tasks and fostering alignment in hiring across teams. It centralizes all aspects of headcount management, enabling businesses to automate financial planning related to operating expenses through collaborative workflows and operational actions. This comprehensive approach allows organizations to optimize their workforce planning and improve overall efficiency.

Hakimo

Seed Round in 2021
Hakimo provides a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system for physical security. The company uses computer vision to analyze camera footage corresponding to every badge event and correlates that with badging data to raise alerts in real-time.

WhyLabs

Series A in 2021
WhyLabs is an AI observability company focused on creating a seamless interface between humans and AI applications. It has developed a platform designed to analyze both structured and unstructured data from AI models, enabling comprehensive monitoring and analysis. The platform can process terabytes of data efficiently while continuously tracking data in real-time at various levels of detail. It monitors model accuracy, detects concept drift, and investigates model behavior across key segments. This functionality allows data scientists to identify and address potential issues proactively, ultimately saving time and preventing disruptions for businesses and their customers.

Aircover

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a sales intelligence platform designed to give insights relevant to closing the deal. The company's platform integrates artificial intelligence with video conferencing applications and automates parts of the sales process with real-time transcription of the conversation and analysis to put the right content in front of the salesperson at the right time based on customer issues and questions, enabling clients to lead to more effective conversations.

Novi Connect

Series A in 2021
Novi Connect, Inc. is a technology platform based in Larkspur, California, that utilizes artificial intelligence to compile proprietary chemical information from manufacturers and suppliers, creating detailed chemical profiles at the trade material level. Founded in 2019, the platform facilitates ingredient transparency by allowing brands to meet unique ingredient standards and enabling retailers to enforce their ingredient policies. Novi Connect acts as a third-party clearinghouse, streamlining communication between brands and suppliers while safeguarding proprietary data. The platform supports brands and formulators in assessing current ingredients, discovering safer alternatives, and finding new materials that align with their standards. By partnering with emerging brands and established retailers, Novi Connect aims to enhance product development and certification processes, ultimately increasing visibility and efficiency in the marketplace.

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.

Bazaar Technologies

Series A in 2021
Bazaar Technologies is an online marketplace founded in 2020 and based in Karachi, Pakistan, that connects small and medium-sized retailers directly with wholesalers and manufacturers. The platform provides retailers access to a diverse range of goods from various local and international brands, as well as unbranded products, all available on a single interface. Retailers can place orders any day of the week, benefiting from free next-day delivery to their storefronts. In addition to its marketplace services, Bazaar has developed a bookkeeping platform that includes a built-in calculator, cashbook dashboard, and account reports, enabling businesses to digitize their operations and enhance productivity. Through its innovative solutions, Bazaar aims to empower the backbone of Pakistan’s retail economy.

Arevo

Venture Round in 2021
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, develops technology to enable direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for end use applications in high volume. With the company's unique combination of breakthrough materials, powerful design/build software, and free motion robotics for the first “true 3D” construction, AREVO is moving beyond prototypes by enabling the design and fabrication of large, mass-produced parts and structures, quickly leading 3D printing into mainstream manufacturing. AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with unprecedented freedom to unlock the unparalleled strength and weight of composite materials for a wide range of consumer and industrial products, and has seen early success manufacturing CFRTP composite parts for OEM customers. With an initial focus on Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Electronics, Transportation, and Consumer Goods, Arevo is poised to optimize additive manufacturing services to OEM’s worldwide.

Aalto

Series A in 2021
Aalto is the private real estate market, an entirely new way to sell your home — designed to offer privacy, flexibility, and peace of mind. Life is stressful enough, selling your home shouldn't be.

Pensight

Venture Round in 2021
Pensight is a platform that facilitates the connection between experts and audiences through paid live video consultations. It provides tools for monetizing knowledge by allowing users to launch digital products, courses, memberships, and coaching services. The platform supports automated payments and scheduling, integrates with calendars, and enables seamless interactions with clients globally. By offering features for one-on-one video sessions and Q&A opportunities, Pensight helps educators and creators diversify their revenue streams and expand their business reach.

Prima

Seed Round in 2021
Prima is a wellness brand based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in hemp-based CBD and innovative botanical products. It aims to address modern stress through a commitment to education and the provision of high-quality, pure products. The brand emphasizes the importance of balance as a fundamental aspect of health and happiness. By integrating science and nature, Prima seeks to empower consumers to enhance their well-being and improve their quality of life. As a privately held Public Benefit Corporation, Prima also focuses on social impact, reinforcing its mission to promote holistic wellness and transparency in the wellness industry.

Thrilling

Series A in 2021
Thrilling Inc. is an e-commerce platform specializing in vintage and secondhand merchandise, offering a curated selection of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from boutiques across the United States. Founded in 2018 and based in Burbank, California, the platform currently features items from 100 stores located in 15 cities. Thrilling aims to provide consumers with a unique shopping experience by connecting them with high-quality, pre-loved fashion.

MT Copeland

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of online training services intended to prepare students for a lucrative and rewarding trade career. The company's services include online classes that provide the fundamental knowledge of trades, algebra, and geometry essentials, enabling learners to tackle real-world problems by applying math skills and understanding.

Honorlock

Series B in 2021
Honorlock Inc. operates an online proctoring platform designed to uphold the academic integrity of online assessments. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, the company provides remote proctoring services using webcams and screen-capturing technology. Honorlock's innovative approach combines traditional proctoring methods, such as ID verification and lockdown browsers, with its patented search and destroy technology. This enables instructors to monitor, record, and review test sessions effectively. The platform requires no software downloads, offers on-demand testing, and provides 24/7 support, making it convenient for students and faculty. By facilitating customizable testing options, Honorlock enhances the accessibility of distance education for colleges and universities.

Fable

Venture Round in 2021
Fable Group, Inc. owns and operates a platform, which delivers a social experience with stories in the service of mental wellness. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Apploi

Series B in 2021
Apploi Holdings Inc. operates a recruitment platform focused on automating job postings across various job boards and social media sites. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company specializes in hiring software tailored for the hourly, contingent, and part-time workforce, particularly in the healthcare sector. Apploi aims to streamline the hiring process, which has historically been inefficient, by transforming how businesses discover and evaluate talent. The platform offers features such as customizable application templates and multimedia application questions, along with filtering and sorting tools, allowing healthcare companies to conduct hiring activities more effectively.

Beamable

Venture Round in 2021
Developer of a creator-centric platform designed to implement, monetize, socialize, and update live games. The company's platform facilitates the easy addition of social, commerce, and content management features to games with drag-and-drop prefabs, and a web portal to manage events, leaderboards, and player data, enabling game developers to boost revenue and reduce operating costs.

Pawlicy Advisor

Series A in 2021
Pawlicy Advisor Inc. is a pet insurance comparison service founded in 2018 and located in New York, New York. The company specializes in helping pet owners find optimal insurance coverage by allowing them to compare breed-specific insurance plans. Pawlicy Advisor examines various options available in the market and assesses the specific risks associated with different pet breeds. This approach enables pet owners to make informed decisions, ensuring they choose the best coverage for their needs while saving money. The service aims to simplify the process of selecting pet insurance, providing clear guidance on risks, costs, and coverage options.

Prive

Seed Round in 2021
Prive is a pioneering marketplace infrastructure platform tailored for eCommerce brands. It focuses on equipping these brands with essential tools and systems to effectively manage and optimize their pricing and incentive strategies. By providing this infrastructure, Prive empowers brands to enhance their revenue streams through subscriptions while also optimizing existing revenues via experimentation and market intelligence. This innovative approach helps brands compete more effectively in the eCommerce landscape, particularly against dominant players. Through its offerings, Prive aims to eliminate the uncertainty and reliance on outdated knowledge that has characterized the industry, positioning itself as a vital partner for brands seeking to thrive in a competitive market.

GajiGesa

Seed Round in 2021
GajiGesa is a financial wellness platform aimed at enhancing the financial security and literacy of Indonesian employees. The platform provides a comprehensive application that offers financial education, management tools, and early wage access, empowering users to take control of their finances. By promoting financial independence, GajiGesa helps employees mitigate the risk of falling into debt traps and reliance on predatory lending. Additionally, the platform supports employer partners by fostering increased employee productivity, engagement, and retention, thereby contributing to a healthier workforce. GajiGesa's mission is to ensure that every employee has access to the resources necessary for achieving financial dignity and security.

SoundCommerce

Funding Round in 2021
SoundCommerce develops operations data software that assists consumer brands in making informed decisions across various functions, including merchandising, supply chain, fulfillment, delivery, and customer service. The platform leverages data science and a digital-native approach to track real-time operational events, profitability, and customer lifetime value. By providing insights that are essential for success in both cross-channel and direct-to-consumer environments, SoundCommerce enhances shopper experiences that promote profitable growth. Its technology aims to improve customer experience and lifetime value from the initial interaction to final delivery.

Airspace

Series C in 2021
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Lumiata

Series B in 2021
Lumiata is transforming the healthcare enterprise through the application of AI. Bringing predictive power within reach of data science teams and business users, we’re driving predictability and precision at scale — empowering providers and payers to reduce risk and manage costs and move out of reliance on flat data into a future of insights. Lumiata machine learning tools and pre-trained models comprise a scalable platform purpose-built for healthcare. Lumiata products are built from more than 120 million patient records, in-depth clinical knowledge, and its proprietary clinical IP. Lumiata enables healthcare organizations to explore use cases such as underwriting and care management. Lumiata is proud to be backed by Khosla Ventures, Blue Venture Fund, Defy.vc, and AllegisNL Capital. Team Lumiata is distributed across Silicon Valley, Dallas, and Guadalajara, Mexico.

Genemod

Seed Round in 2020
Genemod Corporation, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in designing and developing inventory management software specifically for life scientists. Established in 2018, the company provides a unified platform that integrates scientific and management tools, enabling effective collaboration and streamlined operations in research laboratories. Its offerings include project management software, sequence editing software, and an intuitive dashboard, all aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency. By utilizing advanced data processing algorithms, Genemod's platform supports life scientists in managing the various tools and tasks necessary for their research, ensuring a user-friendly and secure experience.

Elevate Security

Series A in 2020
Elevate Security, Inc. specializes in human risk management by developing a web-based platform aimed at shifting human behavior to mitigate security threats and prevent breaches. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Quebec, Canada, the company focuses on quantifying human risk across organizations. Its platform utilizes existing security incident data to provide insights that help Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) optimize security investments and enhance overall cyber defense strategies. By engaging employees through interactive learning experiences when risky behaviors are detected, Elevate Security fosters a deeper understanding of the implications of such actions on their organization. The platform continuously tracks and measures changes in behavior over time, enabling medium and large enterprises in various sectors, including financial services, technology, and healthcare, to bolster their cyber resilience.

WhyLabs

Seed Round in 2020
WhyLabs is an AI observability company focused on creating a seamless interface between humans and AI applications. It has developed a platform designed to analyze both structured and unstructured data from AI models, enabling comprehensive monitoring and analysis. The platform can process terabytes of data efficiently while continuously tracking data in real-time at various levels of detail. It monitors model accuracy, detects concept drift, and investigates model behavior across key segments. This functionality allows data scientists to identify and address potential issues proactively, ultimately saving time and preventing disruptions for businesses and their customers.

Arevo

Series B in 2020
AREVO, based in Silicon Valley, California, develops technology to enable direct digital additive manufacturing of ultra-strong, lightweight composite parts for end use applications in high volume. With the company's unique combination of breakthrough materials, powerful design/build software, and free motion robotics for the first “true 3D” construction, AREVO is moving beyond prototypes by enabling the design and fabrication of large, mass-produced parts and structures, quickly leading 3D printing into mainstream manufacturing. AREVO provides designers and manufacturers with unprecedented freedom to unlock the unparalleled strength and weight of composite materials for a wide range of consumer and industrial products, and has seen early success manufacturing CFRTP composite parts for OEM customers. With an initial focus on Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Electronics, Transportation, and Consumer Goods, Arevo is poised to optimize additive manufacturing services to OEM’s worldwide.

Searchable.ai

Seed Round in 2020
Searchable.ai Corp, Inc. specializes in developing a personalized semantic search engine software aimed at enhancing work productivity. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company's flagship product, Searchable.ai, allows enterprises to efficiently search for documents and information across various platforms, including emails, chats, cloud content, and traditional files. Utilizing advanced Neural Indexing technology, the search engine transforms work documents into deeply searchable resources, enabling users to locate the exact information they need, regardless of its storage location.

Nautilus Biotechnology

Series B in 2020
Nautilus Biotechnology is a development-stage life sciences company focused on advancing proteomics, the study of proteins and their functions, to enhance therapeutic development and medical diagnostics. The company has created a platform technology that aims to quantify and unravel the complexities of the human proteome. Its flagship product, the Proteomic Analysis System, is a prototype single-molecule instrument designed to facilitate these efforts. The team at Nautilus comprises experts from various disciplines, including protein chemistry, molecular biology, and data science, enabling a multifaceted approach to overcoming challenges in the field. By harnessing this diverse expertise, Nautilus aims to revolutionize drug development and improve healthcare management through personalized and predictive medicine.

The Dipp

Seed Round in 2020
The Dipp is a Brooklyn-based company that provides a subscription-based platform focused on entertainment news related to TV shows and movies. It aims to cultivate an online community that prioritizes women and their interests, offering personalized content that includes news, shows, and reading material. By catering to niche fandoms, The Dipp enables its audience to engage deeply with their favorite entertainment topics, fostering a space for passionate discussions and connections.

Honorlock

Series A in 2020
Honorlock Inc. operates an online proctoring platform designed to uphold the academic integrity of online assessments. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, the company provides remote proctoring services using webcams and screen-capturing technology. Honorlock's innovative approach combines traditional proctoring methods, such as ID verification and lockdown browsers, with its patented search and destroy technology. This enables instructors to monitor, record, and review test sessions effectively. The platform requires no software downloads, offers on-demand testing, and provides 24/7 support, making it convenient for students and faculty. By facilitating customizable testing options, Honorlock enhances the accessibility of distance education for colleges and universities.

Novi Connect

Seed Round in 2020
Novi Connect, Inc. is a technology platform based in Larkspur, California, that utilizes artificial intelligence to compile proprietary chemical information from manufacturers and suppliers, creating detailed chemical profiles at the trade material level. Founded in 2019, the platform facilitates ingredient transparency by allowing brands to meet unique ingredient standards and enabling retailers to enforce their ingredient policies. Novi Connect acts as a third-party clearinghouse, streamlining communication between brands and suppliers while safeguarding proprietary data. The platform supports brands and formulators in assessing current ingredients, discovering safer alternatives, and finding new materials that align with their standards. By partnering with emerging brands and established retailers, Novi Connect aims to enhance product development and certification processes, ultimately increasing visibility and efficiency in the marketplace.

Apploi

Series B in 2020
Apploi Holdings Inc. operates a recruitment platform focused on automating job postings across various job boards and social media sites. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company specializes in hiring software tailored for the hourly, contingent, and part-time workforce, particularly in the healthcare sector. Apploi aims to streamline the hiring process, which has historically been inefficient, by transforming how businesses discover and evaluate talent. The platform offers features such as customizable application templates and multimedia application questions, along with filtering and sorting tools, allowing healthcare companies to conduct hiring activities more effectively.

Pawlicy Advisor

Seed Round in 2020
Pawlicy Advisor Inc. is a pet insurance comparison service founded in 2018 and located in New York, New York. The company specializes in helping pet owners find optimal insurance coverage by allowing them to compare breed-specific insurance plans. Pawlicy Advisor examines various options available in the market and assesses the specific risks associated with different pet breeds. This approach enables pet owners to make informed decisions, ensuring they choose the best coverage for their needs while saving money. The service aims to simplify the process of selecting pet insurance, providing clear guidance on risks, costs, and coverage options.

Grid

Seed Round in 2019
Grid is a company that offers a comprehensive management platform for financial services aimed at simplifying financial processes for clients. The platform provides tools for tracking payrolls, taxes, bills, and refunds, as well as managing individual paychecks. Additionally, Grid has developed a financial application that facilitates online tax filing and advisory services. This application collects financial information from clients and pairs them with in-house advisors, helping taxpayers maximize deductions and prepare their annual returns efficiently. By combining these features, Grid aims to optimize financial management for its users while maintaining transparency in costs through a flat fee structure.

Searchable.ai

Seed Round in 2019
Searchable.ai Corp, Inc. specializes in developing a personalized semantic search engine software aimed at enhancing work productivity. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company's flagship product, Searchable.ai, allows enterprises to efficiently search for documents and information across various platforms, including emails, chats, cloud content, and traditional files. Utilizing advanced Neural Indexing technology, the search engine transforms work documents into deeply searchable resources, enabling users to locate the exact information they need, regardless of its storage location.

Shujinko

Series A in 2019
Shujinko Inc. develops compliance and information technology audit software solutions. It offers automated evidence collection engine for cloud compliance, security compliance at cloud, and automate audit preparation. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Mixhalo

Series A in 2019
Mixhalo Corp. is a San Francisco-based company that has developed an audio technology platform allowing users to access high-quality sound at live events through their smartphones. Founded in 2016 by musician Mike Einziger and violinist Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo offers a solution that delivers real-time audio directly to attendees' phones and headphones. This platform enhances the experience at various events, including concerts, sporting events, conferences, and political speeches, ensuring that audiences receive the audio quality they expect. By leveraging this technology, live event organizers can create immersive experiences for attendees, making it easier for them to connect with the content being presented.

The Factual

Pre Seed Round in 2019
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Skubana

Series A in 2019
Skubana is a distributed order management platform powering fulfillment, inventory, and business intelligence for brands looking to achieve multi-channel profitability. Skubana synchronizes data from sales channels, warehouses, 3PLs, POS systems and more so merchants can stay focused on providing the best customer experience.

SoundCommerce

Seed Round in 2019
SoundCommerce develops operations data software that assists consumer brands in making informed decisions across various functions, including merchandising, supply chain, fulfillment, delivery, and customer service. The platform leverages data science and a digital-native approach to track real-time operational events, profitability, and customer lifetime value. By providing insights that are essential for success in both cross-channel and direct-to-consumer environments, SoundCommerce enhances shopper experiences that promote profitable growth. Its technology aims to improve customer experience and lifetime value from the initial interaction to final delivery.

Elevate Security

Series A in 2019
Elevate Security, Inc. specializes in human risk management by developing a web-based platform aimed at shifting human behavior to mitigate security threats and prevent breaches. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Quebec, Canada, the company focuses on quantifying human risk across organizations. Its platform utilizes existing security incident data to provide insights that help Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) optimize security investments and enhance overall cyber defense strategies. By engaging employees through interactive learning experiences when risky behaviors are detected, Elevate Security fosters a deeper understanding of the implications of such actions on their organization. The platform continuously tracks and measures changes in behavior over time, enabling medium and large enterprises in various sectors, including financial services, technology, and healthcare, to bolster their cyber resilience.

Securly

Series B in 2018
Securly, Inc. specializes in cloud-based filtering solutions tailored for educational institutions. Established in 2012 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional offices in various international locations, Securly provides In-School and Take-Home Filtering software that allows secure access to educational tools in the classroom. The platform is designed to address the unique needs of schools by minimizing the problem of over-blocking, enabling educators to safely utilize modern instructional resources such as Google, YouTube, and Wikipedia. Additionally, Securly's technology employs language-sentiment analysis to detect issues like cyberbullying and self-harm, allowing teachers and parents to monitor and manage students' online activities effectively. Securly's solutions are quick to implement, cost-effective, and aimed at enhancing student safety while fostering a productive learning environment.

Nifty Games

Seed Round in 2018
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.

Visor

Series A in 2018
Visor Inc. is an innovative online tax filing and advisory service that caters to urban professionals. Established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company operates additional locations across major U.S. cities, including Miami, New York, and Chicago, among others. Visor simplifies the tax process by preparing annual returns and offering year-round tax advice for a flat fee, thereby alleviating the complexities often associated with tax filing. The company's mission focuses on democratizing access to premium tax expertise, empowering clients to achieve their financial objectives. Through its services, Visor aims to enhance financial literacy and support individuals in managing their tax-related needs effectively.

Airspace

Series B in 2018
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Shujinko

Seed Round in 2018
Shujinko Inc. develops compliance and information technology audit software solutions. It offers automated evidence collection engine for cloud compliance, security compliance at cloud, and automate audit preparation. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Airspace

Series A in 2018
Airspace Technologies, Inc. is a logistics software company that specializes in real-time shipment quoting, routing, and tracking. The firm offers various routing services, including Next Flight Out (NFO) for expedited shipping and Dedicated Drive or HotShot for sensitive shipments, such as hazardous materials. Its platform, CommanderConnect, automates key processes for contract drivers, providing pickup and delivery information along with optimal routing paths and electronic air waybills. Additionally, the Airspace Shipper Platform streamlines the quoting, routing, and tracking of shipments. Serving industries such as aerospace, healthcare, logistics, and technology, Airspace Technologies aims to enhance shipping speed, safety, and transparency. Founded in 2014 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is committed to creating a reliable delivery network through the integration of technology and services.

Boom Entertainment

Seed Round in 2018
Boom Sports is a technology company whose mission is to entertain and connect sports fans through games. After building the most popular real-money pick 'em daily fantasy product (2-time EGR app of the year), we're designing and operating world-class, free-to-play, games for media, league, and pro sports team partners. Our flagship product is NBC Sports Predictor, which offers fans in all 50 states the chance to win real money based on their (free) predictions. The product has been a huge success -- hundreds of thousands of active users, a 4.8 app store rating on 2K+ reviews -- and has provided a model for others that want to maximize the value of their audience in advance of legalized sports betting. If you want to build (legal) sports gaming products for the next generation of fans, come join us! We're hiring!

Verse.ai

Series A in 2018
Verse.ai operates as a web and mobile referral network tailored for real estate agents, providing solutions to engage and convert inbound leads into qualified opportunities. The company's platform, known as ReferralEngine, facilitates an agent-to-agent referral system, allowing agents to refer and receive leads efficiently. By synchronizing various lead sources and customer relationship management (CRM) tools, Verse.ai enables agents to contact leads through multiple channels such as SMS, phone, and email. The integration of artificial intelligence enhances follow-up processes, while a team of trained representatives supports agents in maximizing lead conversion. Founded in 2012 and based in San Diego, California, Verse.ai aims to streamline the referral and engagement process for real estate professionals.

PullRequest

Series A in 2018
PullRequest, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, offers online code reviewing services aimed at enhancing code quality for development teams. The company provides a range of solutions, including static analysis and access to an on-demand network of code review experts. This service enables teams to accelerate their code delivery while maintaining high quality and reducing costs. PullRequest has also participated in the YCombinator accelerator program, further solidifying its commitment to improving software development processes.

Owlcam

Series A in 2018
Owl Cameras Inc. develops and manufactures security camera for cars. The company's product enables car owners to capture different actions including car crashes, stops, break-in the vehicle, and any other thing in and around the vehicle. It offers software capabilities as well as the hardware for its product. The company provides constant connectivity, 24-hour video storage, and video alerts to user's phone features. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

PullRequest

Seed Round in 2017
PullRequest, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, offers online code reviewing services aimed at enhancing code quality for development teams. The company provides a range of solutions, including static analysis and access to an on-demand network of code review experts. This service enables teams to accelerate their code delivery while maintaining high quality and reducing costs. PullRequest has also participated in the YCombinator accelerator program, further solidifying its commitment to improving software development processes.
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