Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, established in 2010. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing exclusively on the pre-seed round of technology startups. Right Side Capital Management aims to support companies with capital-efficient business models that are typically located outside major hubs like the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City. The firm invests in a range of technology sectors, including internet and cloud technologies, and operates primarily within the United States and Canada, with occasional investments in Western Europe, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand. Right Side Capital Management conducts 75 to 100 investments annually, with portfolio companies spanning 19 states. The firm seeks to provide a clear response to entrepreneurs within two weeks, with investments generally ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 and pre-money valuations between $1 million and $3 million.

Kevin Dick

Managing Director

Dave Lambert

Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Past deals in Tennessee

Xcellent Life

Seed Round in 2022
Xcellent Life is building the Xcellent Life Cloud Platform (XLCP), which will be the central nervous system for connecting biometric sensors, mobile applications, & software systems for healthcare & wellness applications. Xcellent Life will revolutionize healthcare and wellness by using real-time data from a broad array of sources.

Shepherd

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Shepherd is a mobile health platform that employs blockchain technology to assist families in managing the care and well-being of their aging loved ones. The platform addresses the challenges faced by seniors and their family caregivers in delivering, receiving, and managing healthcare effectively. By offering a user-friendly app, Shepherd aims to streamline communication and coordination of care services, thereby enhancing the overall healthcare experience for both seniors and their caregivers.

Milk The Moment

Venture Round in 2020
Milk The Moment, Inc. is a Nashville-based company founded in 2018 that has developed a mobile application aimed at promoting healthier smartphone habits among users. The Milk app encourages individuals to refrain from using their phones in designated "MILK Zones," which are geo-fenced areas set by event organizers. Users are rewarded for their phone-free time with various incentives, including cash, gift cards, and discounts. The app targets environments where people can benefit from being more present and engaged, such as movie theaters, dining settings, live events, and while driving. By fostering a culture of disconnection from digital devices, Milk The Moment aims to help users reconnect with their surroundings and each other.

mimijumi

Venture Round in 2020
mimijumi designs and produces infant care essentials that help new mothers replace breastfeeding their toddlers with bottle feeding. Its products include baby bottles, replacement nipples, stork carrier bags, and gift cards. The “Not So Hungry” and “Very Hungry” are feeding bottles designed to replace a mother’s breast. mimijumi was founded in 2008 and is based in Tennessee, United States.

EVA

Pre Seed Round in 2019
EVA is a solution for booking entertainment and experiences for virtual and live events. It offers virtual services that include custom content, experiences, and event management. Each experience and enhancement is designed to increase user attendance and engagement for virtual events. The company was established by Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland in Nashville, Tennessee in 2015.

Axon

Convertible Note in 2019
Axon connects gamers to eSports teams.

WorkHound

Seed Round in 2019
WorkHound provides a real-time feedback platform for frontline workers to help companies reduce avoidable turnover. It simplifies communication and retention in transportation and healthcare. With the company's insightful analytics, it help companies of all sizes retain frontline workers, boost profitability, and save money. WorkHound was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

SecondKeys

Pre Seed Round in 2019
SecondKeys unlocks the true potential of proactive property maintenance. Our property management platform is the first to provide a predictive maintenance system that includes 3 simple steps to help owners and tenants: WorkBetter, ManageBetter, LiveBetter. First, we provide every property an automated schedule for preventive maintenance. Then SecondKeys software monitors each task and requests, from notification through completion. Finally, we track repair frequency and identify smaller fixes that are proven to minimize larger, more expensive property costs.

Rootine

Convertible Note in 2018
Rootine is a precision nutrition platform that utilizes evidence-based technology to analyze biometric and lifestyle data, providing personalized nutrition recommendations. The company's approach focuses on connecting various health data points to improve individual health outcomes. By leveraging patient data, Rootine crafts tailored vitamin regimens that adapt to the unique biological needs of each person. Its artificial intelligence system continuously refines these recommendations and nutrient formulas as users' bodies change, ensuring that individuals receive optimized support for their health goals. This personalized approach aims to empower clients to make informed health decisions based on real-time data and ongoing progress tracking.

Rapid RMS

Convertible Note in 2017
Rapid RMS provides point of sale applications. It develops Rapid RMS, a cloud-based iPad point-of-sale system for liquor and convenience stores. The company also sells hardware, including receipt printers, cash drawers, bar code scanners, and keyboards; and offers credit card processing and support services. The company is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

WorkHound

Venture Round in 2017
WorkHound provides a real-time feedback platform for frontline workers to help companies reduce avoidable turnover. It simplifies communication and retention in transportation and healthcare. With the company's insightful analytics, it help companies of all sizes retain frontline workers, boost profitability, and save money. WorkHound was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

HelloHome

Convertible Note in 2016
Founded in 2015, by experienced real estate agent Jessica Buffington, HelloHome is dedicated to bringing honesty and transparency back to the industry. Through technology, excellent service, and a flat-fee pricing model, HelloHome is disrupting real estate by offering home buyers and sellers a better and more cost-effective option. HelloHome is the first and only female-founded and female-led real estate tech startup. Since graduating from the Start Co. business accelerator in Memphis, Tennessee, the Company has saved home sellers over $3,000,000 in commission fees, with an average of over $8,000 per home. To learn more, please visit www.hellohome.co.

Spoken

Convertible Note in 2016
Spoken, Inc. develops Spoken, a mobile messaging application that connects users to native English speaking coaches for business English lessons. Its Spoken application enables users to schedule a lesson anytime; take lessons at their own pace and start and stop whenever required; and connect with a coach to help with their exercises and answer their questions. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

LawnStarter

Convertible Note in 2014
LawnStarter, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects consumers with lawn care professionals to provide a variety of lawn maintenance services. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers essential services such as mowing, edging, and blowing, as well as specialty services like fertilization, aeration, over seeding, and leaf removal. LawnStarter facilitates instant quotes for consumers, allowing them to easily schedule lawn care services from insured professionals. The company's innovative algorithms utilize geolocation data to optimize route density for lawn care providers, enhancing their efficiency and profitability. LawnStarter operates in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

GameWisp

Convertible Note in 2014
GameWisp, Inc. operates an interaction, viewing, and monetization platform for live streamers and gaming YouTubers. Its GameWisp platform allows gaming YouTubers and streamers to offer a monthly subscription service to fans in exchange for benefits, content, and interaction, as well as to take subscriptions; manage subscription benefits; and communicate with fans and subscribers. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.