Collaborative V

Collaborative V is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Collaborative Fund, which was founded in New York in 2010. The fund focuses on investing in technology and media within creative fields, emphasizing two key themes: the growing significance of values in consumer and employment choices, and the transition from a hyper-consumption economy to one based on collaborative consumption. These themes highlight opportunities for new technologies, products, and services that can reshape business practices and enhance everyday life. Collaborative V seeks to be a primary source of capital and strategic support for creative entrepreneurs aiming to make a positive impact in the world. Its investors include notable figures from various industries, underscoring the fund's commitment to fostering innovation and creativity.

Sophie Bakalar

Venture Partner

Tejinder Gill

Principal

Morgan Housel

Partner

Josh Lubov

CFO

Guy Vidra

Partner

232 past transactions

Noya

Series A in 2023
Noya captures CO2 from the sky and re-sells it for 2x cheaper than existing options. We do this by retrofitting existing industrial equipment like cooling towers and converting them into CO2 capture machines.

GlacierGrid

Series A in 2023
CoInspect is a technology startup whose mission is to protect our food and our planet. We build technology to ensure food safety and sustainability from farm to fork. Our IoT-based 24/7 temperature monitoring sensors and mobile checklist app eliminate food waste, improve safety and reduce refrigeration emissions, protecting millions worldwide. We’re deployed across 5,000+ restaurants, retailers and manufacturers with leading brands including Starbucks, McDonalds, TGI Fridays, Chick-fil-A, and 7-Eleven. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs from Harvard and Columbia, we’re a mission-driven team passionate about making the world better and safer. We are based in San Francisco and supported by renowned venture capitalists including D.E. Shaw and Social Capital.

Diferente ≠

Seed Round in 2023
Mercado Diferente is a mission-driven Brazilian foodtech created with a purpose: give everyone access to healthy foods while fighting food waste in Latin America. By rescuing organic items considered "imperfect" and directly sending them to consumers, they are able to offer up to 40% off traditional retail prices. Founded by Eduardo Petrelli (ex-James Delivery), Saulo Marti (ex-Olist), Paulo Monçores (ex-VTex) & Walter Rodrigues (ex-Rappi), Mercado Diferente is backed by major investors such as Maya Capital, Collaborative Fund, GFC and unicorn founders like Matias Muchnick (founder of NotCo), Abhi Ramesh (founder of Misfits Market), Hamish Shepard (founder of HelloFresh) and Tiago Dalvi (founder of Olist).

Zitara

Series A in 2022
Developer of cloud and embedded battery management software designed for enterprises with large deployments. The company's platform has the unique ability to offer battery analytics like simulation and planning, and real-time operations for grid-scale and residential storage, enabling companies to provide safety and improve longevity.

Eat the Change

Venture Round in 2022
Eat the Change is a company focused on creating nutritious and environmentally friendly snacks. Founded by activist entrepreneur Seth Goldman and celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn, the company aims to empower consumers to make dietary choices that align with their health and environmental concerns. Eat the Change produces a range of chef-crafted products, including organic mushroom jerky, which provide essential vitamins while promoting sustainability. Through its offerings, the company seeks to deliver delicious snacks that positively impact both personal well-being and the planet.

Flourish Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Flourish Labs is a purpose-driven startup combining cutting edge mental health science and technology to foster flourishing and good mental health.

Keel Labs

Series A in 2022
Keel Labs, formerly known as AlgiKnit Inc., is a biomaterials company focused on developing sustainable materials for the textile industry. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the company specializes in producing yarn spun from kelp and converting seaweed into fiber. By integrating scientific innovation with design, Keel Labs aims to create environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional textile materials, addressing the growing demand for sustainability in fashion and textile production.

Brown Foods

Seed Round in 2022
Brown Foods is to produce “real cow’s milk” in a laboratory.

Paces

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Paces is creating a data platform to provide actionable signals for developers, operators and investors to better understand what and where to profitably build green infrastructure. Paces AI will provide data signals collected across 3,500 US counties, including environmental data, permitting data, zoning data, interconnection data and competition risks. Modeled signals are also provided, such as climate risks, profitability forecasts and parcel ranking. These granular signals are provided at the level of specific land parcels and green infrastructure assets.

Diferente ≠

Seed Round in 2022
Mercado Diferente is a mission-driven Brazilian foodtech created with a purpose: give everyone access to healthy foods while fighting food waste in Latin America. By rescuing organic items considered "imperfect" and directly sending them to consumers, they are able to offer up to 40% off traditional retail prices. Founded by Eduardo Petrelli (ex-James Delivery), Saulo Marti (ex-Olist), Paulo Monçores (ex-VTex) & Walter Rodrigues (ex-Rappi), Mercado Diferente is backed by major investors such as Maya Capital, Collaborative Fund, GFC and unicorn founders like Matias Muchnick (founder of NotCo), Abhi Ramesh (founder of Misfits Market), Hamish Shepard (founder of HelloFresh) and Tiago Dalvi (founder of Olist).

Vivian Health

Private Equity Round in 2022
Vivian Health, founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in connecting nurses with short-term travel job opportunities. The company collaborates with staffing agencies across the United States to identify qualified candidates for travel nursing positions. By providing a platform that facilitates job searches, Vivian Health enables nurses to explore various employment options and research optimal locations for their work. This focus on matching skilled healthcare professionals with suitable job opportunities enhances the overall efficiency of the nursing employment market.

one.bio

Series A in 2022
BCD Bioscience, Inc. designs and develops an oligosaccharide library and a roadmap that connects precise carbohydrate structures with their functions as prebiotics and immunomodulators to develop pharmaceutical and food ingredients. It offers a platform for creating and commercializing novel prebiotics, synbiotics, and immuno- modularity therapies for human and animal health. BCD Bioscience, Inc. was formerly known as Calyxo Biosystems, Inc. and changed its name to BCD Bioscience, Inc. in November 2019. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Davis, California.

Natural Fiber Welding

Series B in 2022
Natural Fiber Welding, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of innovative fabrics and materials, utilizing technology that transforms plants and natural fibers into durable textiles and products. Founded in 2015 and based in Peoria, Illinois, the company focuses on harnessing renewable resources to create sustainable alternatives to synthetic materials. By leveraging abundant local resources, Natural Fiber Welding aims to develop scalable solutions that are accessible to diverse communities, enhancing the quality and usability of their products while minimizing processing costs. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation positions it as a leader in the movement toward environmentally friendly materials.

Brimstone Energy

Series A in 2022
Brimstone Energy is a hardware cleantech startup that aims to reduce CO2 emissions through innovative technologies.

Fudo

Seed Round in 2022
Fudo is a web-based management system specifically designed for restaurants, bars, and cafes, facilitating operations from any location at any time. The platform streamlines sales management by enabling users to load and receive orders through various online sales channels. It also assists in recording sales, expenses, and inventory, enhancing the overall efficiency of business operations. Fudo has established a presence in Mexico, Chile, and Argentina, serving over 3,900 customers across these regions.

MeliBio

Seed Round in 2022
MeliBio, Inc. operates as a wholesaler of food products. The company was incorporated in 2020 and is based in Berkeley, California.

Mori

Series B in 2022
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Zoomo

Series B in 2022
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Rubi Laboratories

Seed Round in 2022
Rubi Laboratories develops technology that manufactures carbon-negative textile. It uses sustainable solutions to turn carbon emission into natural fibers. Rubi Laboratories is based in California, USA.

Quaise

Series A in 2022
Quaise is an energy company pioneering millimeter wave drilling technology to access deep geothermal energy. Quaise is developing and commercializing novel millimeter wave drilling systems to harness geothermal energy around the globe, overcoming the geographic constraints limiting this energy source today.

Order

Series B in 2022
Negotiatus Corp. specializes in online purchasing software, offering a platform that streamlines the entire purchasing process for businesses. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company provides a solution that allows users to easily place orders, manage spending, and process payments across various vendors. Negotiatus is designed to enhance efficiency for operations and finance teams, significantly reducing the time required for order placement. The software is utilized by a diverse array of rapidly growing companies in sectors such as health and wellness, professional services, and co-working environments. By delivering enterprise-level control and analytics without complex implementation and maintenance, Negotiatus enables businesses to onboard quickly, typically within two weeks, while maintaining a consistent and user-friendly experience.

Olympian Motors

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Olympian Motors is an innovative electric vehicle startup dedicated to redefining the automotive experience by focusing on aesthetics and minimalism. The company has adopted a fabless production model, which allows for an asset-light manufacturing approach, significantly reducing the typical go-to-market timeframe from over three years to just eight months. Olympian Motors aims to enhance the driving experience by simplifying the cockpit interface and user experience, while prioritizing environmental sustainability through the use of recyclable plastics and plant-based leather. Their electric vehicles are software-defined, providing a superior user experience and ensuring data privacy throughout the system. By targeting a new segment of consumers who value design, comfort, and eco-friendliness, Olympian Motors seeks to transform the often commoditized automotive market.

Kula Bio

Series A in 2022
Kula Bio specializes in sustainable, biological solutions for modern agriculture. It energizes nitrogen-fixing microbes to produce organic fertilizer. By rewiring the energy flow from the sun to soil, they are disrupting synthetic fertilizer to eliminate the division between affordable practices and stewardship of our land, sea, and air. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Redesign Science

Seed Round in 2021
Redesign Science Inc is a biotechnology company based in New York, established in 2017, that specializes in small molecule drug discovery. The company employs advanced techniques, including first-principles physics and artificial intelligence, to simulate protein targets at the atomic level. This approach allows Redesign Science to identify subtle drug opportunities that conventional computational models may overlook. By focusing on the development of first-in-class small molecules, the company aims to address emerging and challenging targets associated with significant unmet medical needs. Their innovative methodologies not only enhance the understanding of biological pathways and disease mechanisms but also drive the commercialization of new therapeutic solutions.

Fable

Series A in 2021
Fable, Inc. develops a full-stack web-based motion design platform. It offers Fable, a solution that helps teams animate together by using motion for creative professionals and indie creators by making it easier for beginners to get started, more efficient for pros, and collaborative for teams. The company’s solution also enables users to save projects as GIFs or HD videos. Fable, Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in New York, New York.

Hippo Harvest

Seed Round in 2021
Hippo Harvest develops an agriculture technology to help scale sustainable agriculture. It was founded in 2019 and is based in Half Moon Bay, California.

Spoiler Alert

Series A in 2021
Spoiler Alert is a Boston-based supply chain software company that partners with food manufacturers and grocery distributors to better manage excess and distressed inventory. In working with some of the world’s largest food brands and a national network of discount retailers and hunger relief organizations, Spoiler Alert offers a best-in-class, enterprise software solution and suite of B2B sales management tools that allow suppliers to strengthen their relationships with their customers, bring greater efficiency and accuracy to their surplus inventory management workflows, and keep good food from going to waste. While we care deeply about our customers’ financial and operational improvements, our team’s hearts and minds are motivated by the impact our work has in addressing some of the largest environmental and social opportunities of our generation - at the intersection of food waste, resource deficiency, climate change, affordable nutrition, and hunger. We couldn’t be more excited to be combining critical technology breakthroughs - including workflow automation, augmented intelligence, wholesale ecommerce, traceability, and supply chain management - to an industry that is so critical for daily life. Born out of MIT in 2015, Spoiler Alert is headquartered in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood and is backed by some of the nation's leading food, agriculture, and supply chain investors.

Diferente ≠

Seed Round in 2021
Mercado Diferente is a mission-driven Brazilian foodtech created with a purpose: give everyone access to healthy foods while fighting food waste in Latin America. By rescuing organic items considered "imperfect" and directly sending them to consumers, they are able to offer up to 40% off traditional retail prices. Founded by Eduardo Petrelli (ex-James Delivery), Saulo Marti (ex-Olist), Paulo Monçores (ex-VTex) & Walter Rodrigues (ex-Rappi), Mercado Diferente is backed by major investors such as Maya Capital, Collaborative Fund, GFC and unicorn founders like Matias Muchnick (founder of NotCo), Abhi Ramesh (founder of Misfits Market), Hamish Shepard (founder of HelloFresh) and Tiago Dalvi (founder of Olist).

Sawyer

Series A in 2021
Sawyer connects children, parents, and providers of the best enriching childhood experiences through a suite of industry-leading technology solutions with a goal to ensure every child has the opportunity to discover their own love of learning. Sawyer empowers small business owners, enterprise organizations, non-profits, and traditional educational institutions by streamlining their online registration and booking processes, providing business intelligence tools to drive decision making, and connecting them to a curated community of industry experts, resources, and cutting-edge research to grow their businesses and increase their impact. They help parents navigate the intense, fragmented world of early childhood development by creating tools that help them balance and manage their children’s day-to-day lives, discover a whole world of adventure right in their own neighborhoods, and make booking their next educational experience as simple and accessible as possible. Sawyer is on a mission to change the way the world thinks about learning–that a great education isn’t just about high test scores or a flawless report card, it’s about building the capacity for discovery in children through adventures that delight them today and prepare them for tomorrow.

Loyal

Series A in 2021
Developer of veterinary pharmaceuticals designed to improve the health span and lifespan of dogs. The company's drugs delay the onset of age-related diseases like cancer, heart diseases and metabolic diseases, enabling dogs to live healthier, longer lives.

Immi

Seed Round in 2021
Immi is a food product manufacturer focused on creating instant ramen that is low in net carbohydrates and high in protein. The company offers a range of Asian-American food products designed to be guilt-free and nutritious, featuring options that are low in sodium, plant-based, and keto-friendly. By prioritizing better ingredients and crafted flavors, Immi aims to provide consumers with a healthy and delicious quick meal alternative that meets modern dietary preferences.

Minus

Seed Round in 2021
Compound Foods creates coffee without coffee beans

Minus

Seed Round in 2021
Compound Foods creates coffee without coffee beans

Traptic

Series A in 2021
Traptic is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at their company. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Kula Bio

Seed Round in 2021
Kula Bio specializes in sustainable, biological solutions for modern agriculture. It energizes nitrogen-fixing microbes to produce organic fertilizer. By rewiring the energy flow from the sun to soil, they are disrupting synthetic fertilizer to eliminate the division between affordable practices and stewardship of our land, sea, and air. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Docbot

Series A in 2021
DocBot, Inc. is a technology company based in Irvine, California, that develops web-based applications for iOS and Android devices. The company's offerings include a clinical decision support system and cloud analytics, which aggregate patient information to assist physicians and specialists in delivering improved care. Additionally, DocBot has created an image analysis platform specifically designed to aid in the detection of colorectal cancer and gastrointestinal diseases. This platform integrates various data sources, including imaging systems and pathology requisitions, enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes while reducing cancer risk. Through its commitment to intuitive software design, DocBot aims to empower physicians in their clinical decision-making processes.

Axie Infinity

Series A in 2021
Axie Infinity is a game about collecting and raising fantasy creatures called Axie, on the Ethereum platform. Besides collecting and raising, you can make a team of Axies to battle in the arena. You can also buy, sell, and trade Axies with others on the marketplace.

GEM

Seed Round in 2021
GEM Health, Inc. specializes in manufacturing plant-based multivitamin supplements aimed at enhancing wellbeing and alleviating stress for women. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a product that combines 13 whole plant ingredients, providing over 15 essential vitamins, minerals, and herbs without fillers or preservatives. GEM's supplements are designed for optimal absorption and environmental sustainability. In addition to nutritional products, GEM Health also sells apparel, including sweatshirts and tote bags. The company markets its offerings primarily through its online platform.

Inbox Health

Series A in 2021
Inbox Health's mission is to greatly reduce the administrative waste in healthcare, by streamlining the patient billing and payment experience. Their product is a patient billing and communication platform that uses patient data to tailor a billing process specific to the patient’s situation and behavior patterns.

SuperRare

Series A in 2021
SuperRare is one of the marketplaces for non-fungible tokens.

Noon Energy

Seed Round in 2021
Noon Energy develops a flow battery technology that enables economical long-duration energy storage. The company's design will allow intermittent renewable electricity sources, such as solar and wind, to meet continual demand. Noon Energy was founded in 2018 and based in Palo Alto, California.

Amogy

Funding Round in 2021
Amogy is a start-up, located in Brooklyn, New York and is working on a novel carbon-free energy storage system using ammonia as a fuel.

Therma

Venture Round in 2021
Therma Holdings is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing and controls services company focused on designing, building, and servicing complex systems in mission-critical facilities. Therma has in-house engineering, design, fabrication, process piping, controls, pre-fabrication and installation capabilities.

GlacierGrid

Funding Round in 2021
CoInspect is a technology startup whose mission is to protect our food and our planet. We build technology to ensure food safety and sustainability from farm to fork. Our IoT-based 24/7 temperature monitoring sensors and mobile checklist app eliminate food waste, improve safety and reduce refrigeration emissions, protecting millions worldwide. We’re deployed across 5,000+ restaurants, retailers and manufacturers with leading brands including Starbucks, McDonalds, TGI Fridays, Chick-fil-A, and 7-Eleven. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs from Harvard and Columbia, we’re a mission-driven team passionate about making the world better and safer. We are based in San Francisco and supported by renowned venture capitalists including D.E. Shaw and Social Capital.

ZELP

Series A in 2021
ZELP Ltd. is a London-based company established in 2017 that specializes in manufacturing a wearable device designed to reduce ethane emissions in livestock. The company's innovative technology aims to mitigate the environmental impact associated with the livestock industry, addressing concerns related to greenhouse gas emissions and sustainability. By focusing on this niche sector, ZELP is contributing to efforts aimed at promoting more environmentally friendly practices within agriculture.

Dandelion Energy

Series B in 2021
Dandelion Energy offers affordable geothermal heating and cooling installations. Dandelion Energy's home geothermal system replaces your home’s existing air conditioning and heating equipment with a powerful heat pump and safe, underground pipes that move heat between the earth and home. Kathleen Hannun and Rajeez Quazi founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Palo Alto in California.

Step

Series B in 2020
Step Mobile, Inc. is a financial services company that offers a mobile banking application designed specifically for teens and families. Founded in 2018 and located in Palo Alto, California, Step aims to empower young individuals by providing them with tools and resources to manage their finances effectively. The platform focuses on enhancing financial literacy and independence among its users, helping them understand their money management habits while rewarding them for their financial progress. With a team boasting over 50 years of combined experience in financial technology, Step's mission is to create a banking experience that fosters smarter financial decisions and promotes overall financial well-being for the younger generation.

Nebulous

Seed Round in 2020
Nebulous, Inc. is a company focused on developing blockchain hardware and software for the decentralized internet. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, it operates Sia, a decentralized cloud storage platform that creates a marketplace for data storage by connecting users in need of file storage with hosts offering underutilized hard drive capacity. Utilizing blockchain technology, Sia enhances security and cost-effectiveness, enabling transactions through smart contracts without the need for intermediaries. In addition to Sia, Nebulous offers Skynet, a decentralized content delivery network and file-sharing platform designed for developers, and SiaStream, which provides affordable storage solutions for media files, facilitating quick streaming. Through these initiatives, Nebulous aims to deliver a robust and economical alternative to traditional cloud storage providers.

Sia

Seed Round in 2020
Sia is the leading decentralized cloud storage platform. No signups, no servers, no trusted third parties. Sia leverages blockchain technology to create a data storage marketplace that is more robust and more affordable than traditional cloud storage providers.

Oula Health

Seed Round in 2020
Oula is redesigning maternity care from the ground up. Its modern maternity center combines the best of obstetrics and midwifery care to deliver a more evidence-based and personalized pregnancy experience. From its collaborative medical team, welcoming clinic, and remote care platform, we are setting a new standard for pregnancy that unifies modern medicine and human intuition. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Quaise

Seed Round in 2020
Quaise is an energy company pioneering millimeter wave drilling technology to access deep geothermal energy. Quaise is developing and commercializing novel millimeter wave drilling systems to harness geothermal energy around the globe, overcoming the geographic constraints limiting this energy source today.

Minka

Seed Round in 2020
Minka Colombia SAS is a fintech company based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2017. It specializes in providing an open banking cloud infrastructure that facilitates money usage and transfers. Minka operates as a company builder for Latin America, offering a comprehensive banking-as-a-service platform that includes digital identity management, digital banking channels, and a blockchain-based transactional core. The company's mission focuses on developing projects aimed at improving financial access and services for underbanked populations and small to medium-sized businesses in the region.

one.bio

Venture Round in 2020
BCD Bioscience, Inc. designs and develops an oligosaccharide library and a roadmap that connects precise carbohydrate structures with their functions as prebiotics and immunomodulators to develop pharmaceutical and food ingredients. It offers a platform for creating and commercializing novel prebiotics, synbiotics, and immuno- modularity therapies for human and animal health. BCD Bioscience, Inc. was formerly known as Calyxo Biosystems, Inc. and changed its name to BCD Bioscience, Inc. in November 2019. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Davis, California.

Monument

Seed Round in 2020
Monument is an alcohol addiction treatment platform for those looking to change their relationship with alcohol. The company includes leading experts in the addiction field who have built research-based treatment plans, which include access to an anonymous community of peers, virtual therapist-moderated support groups, and options for one-on-one video therapy and physician-prescribed medication. They provide a medical solution to a medical problem, entirely online. Monument was founded by Michael Russell and Amit Klein and is based in New York, USA.

Particle Health

Series A in 2020
Particle Health Inc. specializes in providing blockchain-based technology solutions that enable the anonymization and sharing of clinical information for research and payment purposes. The company has developed a Smart Consent tool that facilitates the tracking and unlocking of patient information, catering to needs in clinical trials and life insurance underwriting. By offering a HIPAA-compliant application programming interface (API), Particle Health connects digital healthcare solutions to essential patient health data, serving various sectors including telemedicine, pharmacy, and virtual health companies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Manhattan, New York, Particle Health's platform supports healthcare organizations, including those involved in COVID-19 screening, by streamlining access to vital medical data and managing patient consent without relying on third parties.

Keep

Venture Round in 2020
Keep helps contracts harness the full power of the public blockchain by enabling deep interactivity with private data. It is an off-chain container for private data. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in George Town, Midland.

Coin Metrics

Series A in 2020
Coin Metrics Inc. is an online publisher specializing in blockchain and cryptocurrency data, offering a range of market and network analytics to various industries. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company provides several key products, including the CM Network Data Pro, which delivers historical crypto network data in a detailed format for institutional clients. Additionally, Coin Metrics offers the CM Market Data Feed, a standardized solution for trade, candle, and order book data from multiple exchanges, and CM Reference Rates, which provides fixed pricing for various assets quoted in U.S. dollars. By focusing on transparent and actionable data, Coin Metrics enables stakeholders to better understand and utilize public crypto networks.

Inbox Health

Venture Round in 2020
Inbox Health's mission is to greatly reduce the administrative waste in healthcare, by streamlining the patient billing and payment experience. Their product is a patient billing and communication platform that uses patient data to tailor a billing process specific to the patient’s situation and behavior patterns.

Sama

Seed Round in 2020
Sama operates a platform that matches workers with jobs overseas . Sama is headquartered in Singapore.

Arwen

Venture Round in 2020
Arwen gives protection while trade on cryptocurrency exchanges. They are a team of seasoned experts in cryptography, network and cloud security. Arwen aims to be the most secure standard of trading as a technology built for centralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Their protocol and system has been developed by a team with over a decade of expertise in cryptographic standards and network security. They are building better crypto trading infrastructure and have the best team in the business.

Olipop

Series A in 2020
Olipop, Inc. is a manufacturer of digestive health beverages, founded in 2017 and based in Oakland, California. The company produces sparkling tonics designed to promote digestive health, utilizing natural fibers, prebiotics, and botanical extracts. Olipop's product range includes a variety of flavors such as strawberry, vanilla, cinnamon, cola, and lemon, catering to consumer taste preferences while providing health benefits. The beverages are clinically backed and aim to support the microbiome, digestive function, and metabolic health, offering an appealing alternative to traditional soda.

Dandelion Energy

Series A in 2020
Dandelion Energy offers affordable geothermal heating and cooling installations. Dandelion Energy's home geothermal system replaces your home’s existing air conditioning and heating equipment with a powerful heat pump and safe, underground pipes that move heat between the earth and home. Kathleen Hannun and Rajeez Quazi founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Palo Alto in California.

TaxBit

Seed Round in 2020
TaxBit is a company that specializes in cryptocurrency tax calculation and compliance services. It offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to assist investors, exchanges, and payment services with tax and accounting needs. The platform automates the collection and validation of financial information, integrates this data with existing financial systems, and supports robust examination processes. By streamlining digital asset accounting, TaxBit helps enterprises and government entities manage their tax obligations more efficiently.

Loyal

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of veterinary pharmaceuticals designed to improve the health span and lifespan of dogs. The company's drugs delay the onset of age-related diseases like cancer, heart diseases and metabolic diseases, enabling dogs to live healthier, longer lives.

Onaroll

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Onaroll, Inc. is a technology company based in New York City that specializes in an employee rewards application designed to incentivize productivity and employee retention. Founded by Pete Ginsberg in 2019, Onaroll aims to enhance workplace motivation by offering rewards that recognize and encourage employee contributions to organizational success. The app focuses on fostering a positive work environment by promoting longevity and productivity among employees.

Bison Trails

Series A in 2019
Bison Trails allows the user to run secure infrastructure on multiple blockchains. The company's technology platform provides enterprise-grade security, multi-cloud and multi-region distribution, and a 99.99% uptime guarantee for node operators. Its aim is to strengthen the entire blockchain ecosystem, by providing a robust and secure infrastructure for the blockchain pioneers of tomorrow.

Banjo Robinson

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Banjo Robinson is a subscription-based service designed for children aged 5-8 that transforms writing practice into an engaging and imaginative experience. Through the character of a globetrotting cat, Banjo sends personalized letters, stickers, and stories, sparking children's curiosity about the world while encouraging them to write or draw replies. The service aims to instill values of travel, humor, kindness, and compassion, making the act of writing enjoyable and inspiring for young learners. By delivering tangible letters and surprises throughout the year, Banjo Robinson fosters a sense of excitement and creativity in learning.

CoinList

Venture Round in 2019
CoinList is a San Francisco-based platform established in 2017 that facilitates token sales for digital asset companies. The platform connects blockchain projects with their communities prior to their assets being listed on other exchanges. It serves a diverse clientele within the digital asset ecosystem, including notable firms like Protocol Lab and Blockstack. CoinList offers services that enable token issuers to list their tokens and provides traders with opportunities for staking and access to decentralized finance. By bridging the gap between token developers and potential investors, CoinList plays a significant role in the growth and development of the blockchain industry.

Zebedee

Seed Round in 2019
Zebedee, Inc. operates a platform designed to integrate bitcoin into digital gaming environments, facilitating in-game microtransactions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey, Zebedee provides a solution that enables game developers to implement bitcoin microtransactions, allowing players to send and receive small amounts of bitcoin seamlessly within games. The platform supports players, developers, streamers, and viewers in exchanging value effortlessly, promoting a frictionless experience in digital interactions. By offering infrastructure and software for Bitcoin and Lightning support, Zebedee aims to enhance the monetization of gaming and digital experiences.

Science Exchange

Venture Round in 2019
Science Exchange, Inc. operates an online marketplace designed to facilitate collaboration between researchers and scientific service providers, including academic and government laboratories. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the platform allows researchers to search for scientific services, compare pricing, and access quality testimonials, streamlining the procurement process. Additionally, Science Exchange offers an enterprise dynamic report tool that helps pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies track key performance indicators related to their outsourced research and development investments. By automating various collaborative tasks such as obtaining quotes, managing projects, and processing payments, the marketplace enhances R&D productivity while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance.

Science Exchange

Debt Financing in 2019
Science Exchange, Inc. operates an online marketplace designed to facilitate collaboration between researchers and scientific service providers, including academic and government laboratories. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the platform allows researchers to search for scientific services, compare pricing, and access quality testimonials, streamlining the procurement process. Additionally, Science Exchange offers an enterprise dynamic report tool that helps pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies track key performance indicators related to their outsourced research and development investments. By automating various collaborative tasks such as obtaining quotes, managing projects, and processing payments, the marketplace enhances R&D productivity while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance.

Lovevery

Series B in 2019
Lovevery, Inc. is a company based in Boise, Idaho, that specializes in manufacturing educational play products for infants. Founded in 2015, Lovevery offers a range of items designed to support early childhood development, including the Play Gym, which features various toys and tools that engage babies' senses and promote learning at different developmental stages. The company's products are informed by child development experts and aim to provide parents with stage-based information to enhance their children's growth. Lovevery sells its offerings primarily online and has received recognition for its innovative designs from several notable organizations, including TIME Magazine and Parents' Choice. The company is backed by prominent investors such as Maveron and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2019
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform designed to provide business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of services, including cryptocurrency management, acquisition, digital walleting, custody services, and portfolio dashboards for investors. Flipside Crypto specializes in analytics, delivering insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial metrics. It also offers the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), which measures the fundamental health of cryptocurrency projects. Additionally, Flipside Crypto collaborates with partners like CoinMarketCap and Messari to distribute its analytics. The company is backed by notable investors, including Coinbase Ventures and True Ventures.

True Link Financial

Venture Round in 2019
True Link Financial, Inc. is a financial services firm based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on serving individuals who are vulnerable, including people with disabilities and older adults. Founded in 2012, the company offers Visa prepaid cards designed to help families and professionals manage and protect the finances of their loved ones or clients. In addition to prepaid card services, True Link provides investment management solutions, including fiduciary accounts, and a comprehensive software platform that facilitates budgeting, disbursements, record keeping, and communication for conservators, guardians, and other fiduciaries. This suite of services aims to enhance the independence and quality of life for clients who may face financial risks.

Brave Care

Seed Round in 2019
Brave Care, Inc. is a healthcare provider specializing in urgent pediatric services. Founded in 2017 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company operates clinics that address a variety of childhood illnesses and injuries. Services offered include treatment for allergies, asthma, coughs, ear pain, eye problems, fever, and urinary tract infections. Brave Care also provides care for minor fractures, strains, sprains, and head trauma, along with pediatric-specific laboratory services and on-site x-ray capabilities. The clinics are equipped to perform procedures such as stitches and tissue glue application for wound closure, as well as mild sedation for uncomfortable treatments.

WAVE Meditation

Seed Round in 2019
WAVE Meditation Inc. develops and offers subscription based mobile application software and manufactures connected foam cushion for at-home meditation. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Umbrella

Seed Round in 2019
Umbrella, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based company that offers home maintenance services on a membership basis, catering primarily to senior citizens. Founded in 1995, the company provides a range of services designed to assist with everyday home chores and maintenance. These services include home repair, seasonal tasks, plumbing, and cleaning, along with specific tasks such as carpentry, light fixture changes, and air conditioner installation. Umbrella's task management platform connects seniors with community members who can perform small, temporary jobs, thereby enabling older adults to maintain their independence and continue living comfortably in their own homes.

Textile

Seed Round in 2019
Textile is building new digital experiences by focusing on user privacy, transparency, and decentralization.

Nebulous

Seed Round in 2019
Nebulous, Inc. is a company focused on developing blockchain hardware and software for the decentralized internet. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, it operates Sia, a decentralized cloud storage platform that creates a marketplace for data storage by connecting users in need of file storage with hosts offering underutilized hard drive capacity. Utilizing blockchain technology, Sia enhances security and cost-effectiveness, enabling transactions through smart contracts without the need for intermediaries. In addition to Sia, Nebulous offers Skynet, a decentralized content delivery network and file-sharing platform designed for developers, and SiaStream, which provides affordable storage solutions for media files, facilitating quick streaming. Through these initiatives, Nebulous aims to deliver a robust and economical alternative to traditional cloud storage providers.

goTenna

Series C in 2019
goTenna, Inc. is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in developing communications devices that allow users to send messages and share GPS locations using smartphones without relying on centralized connectivity. Its flagship product, the goTenna device, utilizes a cognitive digital radio and a mobile app to create its own signal and automatically connect with other devices within range. The goTenna mesh networking protocol, known as Aspen Grove™, enables low-cost, lightweight devices to provide long-range connectivity in off-grid situations, making it suitable for various applications, including public sector, enterprise, and IoT markets. This technology emerged as a solution following the disruptions caused by Hurricane Sandy in 2012, highlighting the need for resilient communication systems. goTenna's approach allows clients to send data and messages without depending on traditional internet or cellular services. The company has attracted investment from notable firms such as Founders Fund and Union Square Ventures.

Livepeer

Series A in 2019
Livepeer, Inc. develops and operates a platform for decentralized live video broadcast on the Internet. It provides an open platform that gives broadcasters, developers, and users the ability to get content and message out. The company combines a blockchain based crypto-token protocol with economic incentives and an open media server. It provides a decentralized video live streaming platform with the peer-to-peer networks and the blockchain. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in New York, New York.

Envizzo

Seed Round in 2019
Envizzo Inc. is an online marketplace based in New York that specializes in the rental of home furnishing products, including furniture, appliances, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2016, the company caters primarily to real estate operators, assisting developers and large property managers in decorating and furnishing residential spaces. Envizzo boasts a diverse inventory of over 40,000 curated products sourced from more than 300 partners. In addition to product rentals, the company offers a range of services, including interior design, as well as white glove delivery and assembly, enhancing the overall experience for its clients.

Sawyer

Series A in 2019
Sawyer connects children, parents, and providers of the best enriching childhood experiences through a suite of industry-leading technology solutions with a goal to ensure every child has the opportunity to discover their own love of learning. Sawyer empowers small business owners, enterprise organizations, non-profits, and traditional educational institutions by streamlining their online registration and booking processes, providing business intelligence tools to drive decision making, and connecting them to a curated community of industry experts, resources, and cutting-edge research to grow their businesses and increase their impact. They help parents navigate the intense, fragmented world of early childhood development by creating tools that help them balance and manage their children’s day-to-day lives, discover a whole world of adventure right in their own neighborhoods, and make booking their next educational experience as simple and accessible as possible. Sawyer is on a mission to change the way the world thinks about learning–that a great education isn’t just about high test scores or a flawless report card, it’s about building the capacity for discovery in children through adventures that delight them today and prepare them for tomorrow.

PeopleGrove

Series A in 2019
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a platform designed to enhance career development and mentorship for students and professionals. Established in 2014, PeopleGrove connects users with advisers, mentors, and coaches, facilitating access to guidance and support as they navigate their academic and career paths. The platform enables individuals to create profiles, link to their LinkedIn accounts, and express interest in job openings, which informs employers about potential candidates. PeopleGrove aims to foster supportive relationships that enhance the educational experience and improve job outcomes, recognizing that community engagement is essential for student success. The platform has been successfully implemented at numerous prestigious institutions and is also utilized by companies like Intuit and Qualcomm to help their employees access expert coaching and resources within their organizations.

Kids on 45th

Seed Round in 2019
Kids on 45th, Inc. sells used clothing for kids. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Docbot

Seed Round in 2019
DocBot, Inc. is a technology company based in Irvine, California, that develops web-based applications for iOS and Android devices. The company's offerings include a clinical decision support system and cloud analytics, which aggregate patient information to assist physicians and specialists in delivering improved care. Additionally, DocBot has created an image analysis platform specifically designed to aid in the detection of colorectal cancer and gastrointestinal diseases. This platform integrates various data sources, including imaging systems and pathology requisitions, enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes while reducing cancer risk. Through its commitment to intuitive software design, DocBot aims to empower physicians in their clinical decision-making processes.

Dandelion Energy

Series A in 2019
Dandelion Energy offers affordable geothermal heating and cooling installations. Dandelion Energy's home geothermal system replaces your home’s existing air conditioning and heating equipment with a powerful heat pump and safe, underground pipes that move heat between the earth and home. Kathleen Hannun and Rajeez Quazi founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Palo Alto in California.

Dandelion

Series A in 2019
Dandelion's vision is to enable frictionless discovery of content and commerce. In a world where its easy for anyone to be a seller, it should be easy for anyone to be a marketer too. Dandelion provides the platform to storefronts, marketplaces, and their participants to make that happen.

Step

Seed Round in 2019
Step Mobile, Inc. is a financial services company that offers a mobile banking application designed specifically for teens and families. Founded in 2018 and located in Palo Alto, California, Step aims to empower young individuals by providing them with tools and resources to manage their finances effectively. The platform focuses on enhancing financial literacy and independence among its users, helping them understand their money management habits while rewarding them for their financial progress. With a team boasting over 50 years of combined experience in financial technology, Step's mission is to create a banking experience that fosters smarter financial decisions and promotes overall financial well-being for the younger generation.

Long Game

Series A in 2018
Long Game is a personal finance app that combines entertainment with financial planning by offering users the opportunity to engage in games that reward them with cash prizes, potentially reaching up to $1 million. The platform is designed to promote responsible financial habits while providing a fun and engaging customer experience. By integrating gaming elements into savings products, Long Game encourages users to focus on their financial goals in an enjoyable manner.

Lendit

Venture Round in 2018
Lendit is the leading personal loan oriented marketplace lending company in Korea that operates fully online and manages a marketplace platform where investors can provide capital to people seeking loans. Through our advanced risk ranking algorithm and cost- effective operational process, borrowers can access to an appealing interest rate and investors can enjoy ‘high and stable’ yield. We offer borrowers an APR between 4.5% and 18.0%, and investors an average return of 10.66%. By transforming the traditional banking system, we aim to help both borrowers and investors to achieve financial goals.