Fyrfly Venture Partners

Fyrfly Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in seed and early-stage investments in technology companies across the United States. Established in 2011, the firm emphasizes opportunities within the data and intelligence sectors. Its mission is to support innovative startups that leverage technology to drive growth and value.

Julie Allegro

Co-Founder and General Partner

29 past transactions

Altoida

Series A in 2022
Altoida AG, founded in 2016 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, specializes in developing a healthcare platform and application aimed at Alzheimer’s patients. The company's flagship product, the Altoida iPad-based application, is the first validated solution on the market designed to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease before symptoms appear, functioning as a computational biomarker. The application employs the Neuro Motor Index (NMI), which measures subtle micro-errors and micro-movements during everyday tasks, allowing for early detection of cognitive decline up to six years prior to the onset of typical neurodegenerative symptoms. The NMI test is intended for use by healthcare professionals as an adjunctive tool and is not a stand-alone diagnostic method. Altoida's medical device is classified as an FDA Class II medical device and CE marked as Class I, enabling early screening for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and monitoring cognitive function. After a brief testing period, healthcare providers receive real-time access to comprehensive patient reports via a secure, HIPAA-compliant web dashboard, making cognitive health assessments more affordable and accessible.

Kohomai

Pre Seed Round in 2022
SaaS for engaging onboarding journeys of new hires/freelancers. Reducing the time-to-productivity by 80% of new joiners, making them more engaged and increasing the employee retention.

Mobi Systems

Venture Round in 2021
Mobi Systems, Inc. develops a software application that offers human centric intelligent routing and planning services. The company's platform, MAPS, offers data integration, intermodal routing, multi-activity planning, customer profile, execution monitoring, and inventory or fleet management services. It offers human centered design and bespoke backend services. The company offers its product to mobility, hospitality, health, and retail sectors. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in West Concord, Massachusetts.

Locatee

Funding Round in 2021
Locatee AG is a Zurich-based company that specializes in workplace analytics, providing solutions aimed at optimizing office space utilization. Founded in 2014, Locatee offers an analytics platform that measures office occupancy without the need for hardware. By leveraging data from various sources and employing unique patent-pending technology, Locatee transforms complex information into clear insights. This enables corporate leaders to make informed decisions regarding their real estate, identify optimization opportunities, and enhance the overall workplace experience. The platform is designed to cater to the evolving challenges of modern corporate real estate, allowing organizations to achieve significant savings and improve the effectiveness of their office spaces.

rready

Seed Round in 2021
Engage employees by unleashing their ambition and creativity. Let them take responsibility for their idea and create the next big thing. rready provides Saas solutions for innovation management to create lasting cultural change, because this is what you need to start and grow your own intrapreneurial movement.

rready

Seed Round in 2021
Engage employees by unleashing their ambition and creativity. Let them take responsibility for their idea and create the next big thing. rready provides Saas solutions for innovation management to create lasting cultural change, because this is what you need to start and grow your own intrapreneurial movement.

Capsule Social

Seed Round in 2021
Capsule Social operates as a decentralized social media platform.

Rosalyn.ai

Seed Round in 2020
Rosalyn, Inc. operates an online platform designed for secure AI-supervised certification exams, catering to companies and their employees, partners, and customers. Founded in 2018 and based in Dublin, Ohio, Rosalyn provides an end-to-end virtual assessment solution that allows for the administration of exams globally, at any time. The platform features real-time invigilation through human-in-the-loop artificial intelligence technology, enhancing the security and integrity of the examination process. It encompasses various functionalities, including exam authoring, publishing, delivery, and candidate management, all streamlined for ease of use. Additionally, Rosalyn offers robust analytics to help organizations optimize their certification programs. The platform is cloud-hosted and accessible via the web, ensuring a superior experience for both test sponsors and candidates.

Locatee

Series A in 2020
Locatee AG is a Zurich-based company that specializes in workplace analytics, providing solutions aimed at optimizing office space utilization. Founded in 2014, Locatee offers an analytics platform that measures office occupancy without the need for hardware. By leveraging data from various sources and employing unique patent-pending technology, Locatee transforms complex information into clear insights. This enables corporate leaders to make informed decisions regarding their real estate, identify optimization opportunities, and enhance the overall workplace experience. The platform is designed to cater to the evolving challenges of modern corporate real estate, allowing organizations to achieve significant savings and improve the effectiveness of their office spaces.

Beekeeper

Series B in 2019
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Altoida

Series A in 2019
Altoida AG, founded in 2016 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, specializes in developing a healthcare platform and application aimed at Alzheimer’s patients. The company's flagship product, the Altoida iPad-based application, is the first validated solution on the market designed to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease before symptoms appear, functioning as a computational biomarker. The application employs the Neuro Motor Index (NMI), which measures subtle micro-errors and micro-movements during everyday tasks, allowing for early detection of cognitive decline up to six years prior to the onset of typical neurodegenerative symptoms. The NMI test is intended for use by healthcare professionals as an adjunctive tool and is not a stand-alone diagnostic method. Altoida's medical device is classified as an FDA Class II medical device and CE marked as Class I, enabling early screening for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and monitoring cognitive function. After a brief testing period, healthcare providers receive real-time access to comprehensive patient reports via a secure, HIPAA-compliant web dashboard, making cognitive health assessments more affordable and accessible.

Beekeeper

Series A in 2018
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Altoida

Convertible Note in 2018
Altoida AG, founded in 2016 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, specializes in developing a healthcare platform and application aimed at Alzheimer’s patients. The company's flagship product, the Altoida iPad-based application, is the first validated solution on the market designed to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease before symptoms appear, functioning as a computational biomarker. The application employs the Neuro Motor Index (NMI), which measures subtle micro-errors and micro-movements during everyday tasks, allowing for early detection of cognitive decline up to six years prior to the onset of typical neurodegenerative symptoms. The NMI test is intended for use by healthcare professionals as an adjunctive tool and is not a stand-alone diagnostic method. Altoida's medical device is classified as an FDA Class II medical device and CE marked as Class I, enabling early screening for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and monitoring cognitive function. After a brief testing period, healthcare providers receive real-time access to comprehensive patient reports via a secure, HIPAA-compliant web dashboard, making cognitive health assessments more affordable and accessible.

Piavita

Series A in 2018
The veterinary industry is, despite its constant growth and remarkable size, stuck in the dark ages when it comes to diagnosing patients. Piavita is targeting on bringing the veterinary industry into the digitised connected age. With the embracing solution "Piavet", we are supporting veterinarians in everyday routines. The Swiss Startup Piavita was founded in March 2016, has since entered seven European countries and the US. Piavita has three offices: Zurich, Berlin, and Charlotte (NC).

SuperPhone

Venture Round in 2018
SuperPhone is an intelligent mobile messaging platform that helps enterprise retail brands acquire, and engage with mobile customers in an impactful way. It leverages the power of data and smart messaging to drive increased revenue, brand loyalty, and personalized customer relationships at any scale.

Sparta Software Corporation

Seed Round in 2017
Sparta Software Corporation, operating as Sparta Science, specializes in personalized predictive analytics software aimed at enhancing physical performance and reducing injury risk for athletes, military personnel, and patients. The core offering is The Sparta System, which features The Sparta Scan—a rapid assessment tool that evaluates movement, balance, and stability to create a unique Movement Signature for each user. This scan allows for real-time comparisons against a comprehensive database to identify strengths and vulnerabilities, leading to the automatic generation of tailored training plans. Sparta's technology is employed across various sectors, including military, healthcare, sports, and fitness, to improve resilience, expedite recovery, and optimize overall performance. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company also maintains a facility in Alexandria, Australia.

Sparta Software Corporation

Seed Round in 2017
Sparta Software Corporation, operating as Sparta Science, specializes in personalized predictive analytics software aimed at enhancing physical performance and reducing injury risk for athletes, military personnel, and patients. The core offering is The Sparta System, which features The Sparta Scan—a rapid assessment tool that evaluates movement, balance, and stability to create a unique Movement Signature for each user. This scan allows for real-time comparisons against a comprehensive database to identify strengths and vulnerabilities, leading to the automatic generation of tailored training plans. Sparta's technology is employed across various sectors, including military, healthcare, sports, and fitness, to improve resilience, expedite recovery, and optimize overall performance. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company also maintains a facility in Alexandria, Australia.

Doky

Seed Round in 2017
Doky, Inc. is a Palo Alto-based company that develops a cloud-based collaborative platform designed to enhance productivity for users through integrated email, virtual applications, and cloud storage solutions. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including Open Office, chat, screen sharing, video conferencing, and task management, all accessible without the need for downloads or installations. Doky supports seamless integration with popular services like Gmail, Slack, GitHub, and Dropbox, ensuring a smooth user experience. The platform prioritizes security and privacy through end-to-end encryption, making it suitable for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer applications. By leveraging advancements in cloud computing, Doky aims to centralize collaboration within organizations while maintaining high standards of speed, scalability, and efficiency. Its offerings cater to a diverse global audience, including developers, entrepreneurs, and collaborative teams.

Beekeeper

Series A in 2017
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Data.world

Venture Round in 2017
Data.world, Inc. operates an open data platform designed to facilitate the discovery, understanding, and sharing of data across various sectors, including finance, education, environment, and politics. Founded in 2015 and based in Austin, Texas, the platform enables users to access and utilize a wide array of data by minimizing data wrangling and simplifying data transformation processes. It fosters collaboration through a large community, allowing users to engage in projects that range from data journalism to social bot detection. Data.world emphasizes the importance of ethical data practices and has co-created the Manifesto for Data Practices, which promotes effective teamwork in data-related endeavors. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Data.world is committed to balancing its mission of enhancing data accessibility and collaboration with the pursuit of shareholder value.

Altoida

Seed Round in 2016
Altoida AG, founded in 2016 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, specializes in developing a healthcare platform and application aimed at Alzheimer’s patients. The company's flagship product, the Altoida iPad-based application, is the first validated solution on the market designed to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease before symptoms appear, functioning as a computational biomarker. The application employs the Neuro Motor Index (NMI), which measures subtle micro-errors and micro-movements during everyday tasks, allowing for early detection of cognitive decline up to six years prior to the onset of typical neurodegenerative symptoms. The NMI test is intended for use by healthcare professionals as an adjunctive tool and is not a stand-alone diagnostic method. Altoida's medical device is classified as an FDA Class II medical device and CE marked as Class I, enabling early screening for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and monitoring cognitive function. After a brief testing period, healthcare providers receive real-time access to comprehensive patient reports via a secure, HIPAA-compliant web dashboard, making cognitive health assessments more affordable and accessible.

Labdoor

Series A in 2016
Labdoor, Inc. sells supplements and energy drinks online. The company sells fish oils, herbal supplements, magnesium supplements, melatonin supplements, probiotic supplements, protein supplements, and zinc supplements. It also offers supplement testing and rating service. Labdoor, Inc. was formerly known as Labrdr Inc. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in South San Francisco, California.

Data.world

Venture Round in 2016
Data.world, Inc. operates an open data platform designed to facilitate the discovery, understanding, and sharing of data across various sectors, including finance, education, environment, and politics. Founded in 2015 and based in Austin, Texas, the platform enables users to access and utilize a wide array of data by minimizing data wrangling and simplifying data transformation processes. It fosters collaboration through a large community, allowing users to engage in projects that range from data journalism to social bot detection. Data.world emphasizes the importance of ethical data practices and has co-created the Manifesto for Data Practices, which promotes effective teamwork in data-related endeavors. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Data.world is committed to balancing its mission of enhancing data accessibility and collaboration with the pursuit of shareholder value.

Beekeeper

Seed Round in 2016
Beekeeper AG is a mobile-first team communication platform designed to enhance communication within frontline and mobile workforces. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional operations in Kraków, Berlin, and Oakland, Beekeeper provides various tools such as real-time messaging, content management, engagement analytics, and employee surveys. The platform aims to improve productivity and reduce turnover by automating workflows and offering managers insights through an analytics dashboard. Beekeeper serves a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, retail, logistics, transportation, food, manufacturing, non-governmental organizations, and event management, both in the United States and internationally. Its integration capabilities allow users to access operational systems through a centralized portal, facilitating effective communication and collaboration among internal teams.

Doky

Seed Round in 2016
Doky, Inc. is a Palo Alto-based company that develops a cloud-based collaborative platform designed to enhance productivity for users through integrated email, virtual applications, and cloud storage solutions. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including Open Office, chat, screen sharing, video conferencing, and task management, all accessible without the need for downloads or installations. Doky supports seamless integration with popular services like Gmail, Slack, GitHub, and Dropbox, ensuring a smooth user experience. The platform prioritizes security and privacy through end-to-end encryption, making it suitable for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer applications. By leveraging advancements in cloud computing, Doky aims to centralize collaboration within organizations while maintaining high standards of speed, scalability, and efficiency. Its offerings cater to a diverse global audience, including developers, entrepreneurs, and collaborative teams.

Data.world

Venture Round in 2016
Data.world, Inc. operates an open data platform designed to facilitate the discovery, understanding, and sharing of data across various sectors, including finance, education, environment, and politics. Founded in 2015 and based in Austin, Texas, the platform enables users to access and utilize a wide array of data by minimizing data wrangling and simplifying data transformation processes. It fosters collaboration through a large community, allowing users to engage in projects that range from data journalism to social bot detection. Data.world emphasizes the importance of ethical data practices and has co-created the Manifesto for Data Practices, which promotes effective teamwork in data-related endeavors. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Data.world is committed to balancing its mission of enhancing data accessibility and collaboration with the pursuit of shareholder value.

MarSec

Seed Round in 2015
MARSEC Inc. is a multimodal transport optimization company specializing in maritime transport. Utilizing the Industrial Internet of Things and big data analytics, it provides innovative solutions to enhance maritime operations and improve efficiency. The company offers several platforms, including the Open Bridge Platform for ship installations and the Open Shore Platform for onshore use, which facilitate information exchange among maritime entities. Additionally, MARSEC features Route Exchange for sharing navigational intentions and REX, a solution that enables real-time route sharing between vessels and shore-based traffic monitoring centers. Its customer base includes ship owners, port operators, logistics companies, insurance firms, maritime authorities, and individual boat owners, as well as various end-users such as captains, fleet managers, and port coordinators. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, MARSEC is committed to transforming maritime business through tailored, flexible applications that drive revenue optimization and cost savings.

Doky

Venture Round in 2015
Doky, Inc. is a Palo Alto-based company that develops a cloud-based collaborative platform designed to enhance productivity for users through integrated email, virtual applications, and cloud storage solutions. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including Open Office, chat, screen sharing, video conferencing, and task management, all accessible without the need for downloads or installations. Doky supports seamless integration with popular services like Gmail, Slack, GitHub, and Dropbox, ensuring a smooth user experience. The platform prioritizes security and privacy through end-to-end encryption, making it suitable for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer applications. By leveraging advancements in cloud computing, Doky aims to centralize collaboration within organizations while maintaining high standards of speed, scalability, and efficiency. Its offerings cater to a diverse global audience, including developers, entrepreneurs, and collaborative teams.