Duro Ventures

Duro Ventures, founded in 2013 by Sundeep Ahuja in San Francisco, California, is a venture capital firm that invests in a diverse range of sectors including climate, consumer, healthcare, enterprise, commerce, and education. The firm is dedicated to supporting mission-driven founders and focuses on innovative areas such as enterprise AI, enterprise SaaS, healthcare IT, e-commerce, distributed energy, and blockchain-inspired technologies. With a portfolio that includes over 70 companies, Duro Ventures aims to foster growth and development in industries that have a significant impact on society.

Edward Hu

General Partner and Syndicate Lead

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FullEnrich

Seed Round in 2025
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PrivacyHawk

Venture Round in 2024
PrivacyHawk is a consumer privacy platform that enables individuals to manage their personal data effectively. The platform automates the processes of opting out, unsubscribing, and deleting private information from various databases that may be misusing clients' data. By helping users reduce their digital footprint, PrivacyHawk enhances their privacy and security, thereby lowering the risks associated with scams, spam, and identity theft. Its services empower clients to take control of their personal information and safeguard their privacy in an increasingly data-driven world.

PrivacyHawk

Seed Round in 2023
PrivacyHawk is a consumer privacy platform that enables individuals to manage their personal data effectively. The platform automates the processes of opting out, unsubscribing, and deleting private information from various databases that may be misusing clients' data. By helping users reduce their digital footprint, PrivacyHawk enhances their privacy and security, thereby lowering the risks associated with scams, spam, and identity theft. Its services empower clients to take control of their personal information and safeguard their privacy in an increasingly data-driven world.

Verifiable

Series B in 2023
Verifiable Inc. is a company that specializes in healthcare credential verification and compliance monitoring software. Founded in 2019, it provides an automated platform for primary source verifications, tracking credentials and sanctions, and generating audit reports. The company is focused on simplifying license authentication for healthcare providers by connecting with state and federal databases, allowing users to access numerous primary sources from a single location. Verifiable's technology includes real-time data monitoring and automated compliance features, which help organizations reduce risk and enhance patient safety. The company operates from Austin, Texas, and serves various healthcare entities by offering solutions that save time and improve compliance in the credential verification process.

Memora Health

Venture Round in 2023
Memora Health Inc., founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, develops an enterprise healthcare productivity platform aimed at automating outpatient communication and enhancing care delivery. The company partners with health systems, health plans, and digital health organizations to streamline clinical workflows, allowing clinicians to focus on their primary responsibilities while proactively engaging patients throughout their care journeys. Memora's platform digitizes high-touch processes, intelligently triaging patient-reported data to the relevant care team members and facilitating proactive, two-way communication between patients and providers. By transforming the way care is delivered, Memora Health seeks to make healthcare more actionable, accessible, and continuous.

Yumari

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Yumari is an online marketplace that connects wholesale sellers with buyers, facilitating international trade. The platform provides sellers with enhanced visibility and simplifies logistics, allowing manufacturers to broaden their reach to both national and international markets. Additionally, Yumari offers features such as real-time tax calculations and secure payment processing for international transactions, ensuring a seamless experience for all users. Through these services, Yumari aims to empower wholesale manufacturers to expand their businesses globally.

Starfish Space

Series A in 2023
Starfish Space Inc. specializes in providing on-demand in-space transportation and maintenance services for satellites. The company develops small space tugs equipped with proprietary Proximity Operations Software, which integrates orbital mechanics, machine vision artificial intelligence, and a low-thrust electric propulsion system. This innovative technology allows the tugs to conduct various satellite servicing missions, including life extension, relocation, disposal, and inspection. Founded in 2019 and based in Kent, Washington, Starfish Space aims to support satellite companies by enhancing their operational capabilities in orbit.

Wally Health

Seed Round in 2023
Wally Health is a personalized dental care provider that offers expert-led services in the comfort of patients' homes. Founded in 2019 by Stipe Latkovic and Tyler Burnett in Boston, Massachusetts, the company leverages technology to improve dental care accessibility. Wally Health aims to connect clients with top dentists while maintaining clear and affordable pricing. By focusing on user-friendly design and enhanced engagement between patients and healthcare professionals, Wally Health strives to simplify and enhance the dental care experience for its clients.

Mighty Health

Series A in 2023
Mighty Technologies, Inc. is a company focused on developing a wellness application specifically designed for older adults, particularly those dealing with joint issues or other health challenges. Incorporated in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a personalized platform that connects users with coaches to foster the development of healthy habits related to nutrition and lifestyle. The application serves as a comprehensive resource, offering customizable exercise programs, nutrition guidance, and holistic health support. Additionally, it features a motivational community aimed at encouraging users to achieve their health goals through personal training and wellness coaching.

Daylight

Series A in 2022
Daylight is a digital banking platform based in West Hollywood, California, specifically designed for the LGBT+ community. Founded in 2020, Daylight provides a range of financial services, including prepaid cards and an app that offers tools, advice, and cashback for spending at queer bars and allied businesses. The platform aims to empower its members by helping them navigate the financial system, develop smarter financial habits, and connect with a supportive community. By focusing on the unique needs of the LGBT+ population, Daylight fosters financial literacy and encourages users to build a future that aligns with their values.

Seis

Series A in 2022
Seis is an online banking platform focused on serving Spanish speakers in the United States. The platform provides a range of banking services, including savings accounts, prepaid cards for both online and offline purchases, bill payment solutions, and money transfer options. Seis also offers customizable cards to meet individual preferences and features video and chat-based customer support to enhance the banking experience. Through its comprehensive suite of services, Seis aims to deliver accessible and user-friendly banking solutions to its customers.

Orchid

Seed Round in 2022
Orchid is a reproductive technology startup founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in detecting rare genetic disorders through its preconception system, which analyzes the genomes of both partners to assess genetic predispositions to various diseases, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and certain types of cancer. Orchid provides a “Couple Report” that incorporates results from an at-home saliva test, allowing couples to understand the potential genetic risks for their future children. If elevated risks are identified, Orchid offers valuable insights to guide couples in monitoring health markers, adjusting their diets, or considering procedures such as in vitro fertilization. The company collaborates with experts in reproductive medicine and genetics to ensure the accuracy of its results.

Economize

Seed Round in 2022
Economize is a company that offers a cloud-based financial analytics platform aimed at helping businesses manage and optimize their public cloud costs and billing. The platform connects seamlessly with existing cloud infrastructure, allowing engineering teams to monitor expenses in real-time and identify anomalies. With features such as budget setting, cost forecasting, and resource utilization analysis, Economize provides a comprehensive overview of cloud expenditures. The system organizes costs through labeling and tagging, enabling companies to effectively analyze and optimize their cloud resource management, ultimately enhancing financial visibility and control over cloud operations.

Notable Labs

Series B in 2022
Notable Labs, Inc. is a clinical-stage company that specializes in personalized lab testing services for cancer patients, particularly those with brain cancer. Founded in 2014 and based in Foster City, California, the company utilizes its proprietary Predictive Precision Medicines Platform to conduct drug combination experiments on patients' tumors. This platform allows Notable Labs to simulate cancer treatments and predict patient responses to specific therapies, enabling healthcare providers to prioritize combinations of FDA-approved treatments that can be prescribed without the need for clinical trials. By providing detailed reports to physicians, Notable Labs aims to enhance treatment efficacy and expedite therapeutic development for patients.

Kinside

Series A in 2022
Kinside Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Pasadena, California, operates a dual-sided childcare platform that connects working parents with a network of daycares and preschools across the United States. The application enables parents to find and secure childcare options while offering the ability to pay for care online. Kinside's platform provides a comprehensive range of childcare services, allowing parents to access current openings and explore various options. Additionally, it facilitates employer contributions and tax savings, thereby creating a transparent and affordable solution for working families seeking reliable childcare.

Clicoh

Series A in 2022
Clicoh is a startup born in Cordoba, Argentina in 2018 that provides fulfillment and logistics solutions through innovation and technology for digital companies in Latam.

Legacy

Series B in 2022
Legacy is a company focused on transforming male fertility through innovative testing and preservation solutions. Founded by healthcare and fertility experts, Legacy provides home-based kits that allow men to analyze, improve, and preserve their sperm without the need to visit a clinic. Their offerings include sperm analysis and cryogenic storage options, facilitating the preservation of fertility for clients in a straightforward and accessible manner. The company collaborates with leading hospitals, fertility clinics, and progressive employers to ensure high-quality services. Legacy has garnered recognition through various awards, including victories at TechCrunch Disrupt and MassChallenge Boston, and has attracted investment from notable firms such as Bain Capital Ventures and Section 32.

Pillar

Seed Round in 2022
Pillar, based in San Francisco, California, operates as a brand management platform focused on the e-sports industry. The company constructs a software-based e-sports league aimed at fostering competition among college e-sports teams, akin to the NCAA model. Additionally, Pillar offers an intelligent marketplace that includes a no-code storefront tool for streamers, allowing them to showcase endorsed products in one location, which can be linked across various social media platforms. The platform utilizes machine learning algorithms to optimize inbound sponsorship deals, providing users with valuable insights into their streaming performance. This enables individuals and businesses to effectively monetize their digital media content and events within the rapidly growing e-sports landscape.

DeltaX.la

Seed Round in 2022
DeltaX is a digital freight platform that connects shippers with carriers and truckers in Latin America.

Charityvest

Seed Round in 2022
Charityvest is a personal charitable giving platform founded in 2019 and based in Atlanta, Georgia. It allows individuals to create donor-advised funds, enabling them to donate to U.S. nonprofit organizations from a single tax-deductible account. The platform also facilitates corporate philanthropy by offering tools that help businesses match their employees' charitable contributions while ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines. By streamlining the donation process, Charityvest aims to enhance generosity and promote charitable giving among both individuals and companies.

Umba

Series A in 2022
Umba is a digital banking company based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 2017. It offers a mobile application that provides a range of financial services, including free bank accounts and the ability to apply for, receive, and repay microloans directly through mobile devices. The platform employs machine learning to assess credit eligibility and create risk scores, which helps optimize risk management for users and financial institutions. By delivering an interconnected ecosystem of financial services, Umba empowers customers in Kenya and Nigeria to gain complete control over their finances in a single app.

Hone Health

Series A in 2022
Hone Health is a men's health platform that provides personalized care through data-driven insights and licensed physician consultations. The company offers a range of services including medications for testosterone optimization, as well as treatments with clomid and anastrozole. Hone Health utilizes telemedicine and FDA-approved testing systems to monitor hormonal changes, allowing users to track their health affordably under professional medical guidance.

Future Family

Series B in 2022
Future Family, Inc. is a subscription-based fertility company founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It provides comprehensive healthcare solutions for individuals and couples navigating fertility challenges, offering plans that cover all associated costs. The company's services include personalized fertility planning, clinic matching, and a dedicated nurse concierge, ensuring 24/7 access to a care team. Future Family specializes in on-demand medical support for procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and egg freezing, and it features a digital health platform for managing fertility care. By combining financial assistance with expert guidance, Future Family aims to deliver a stress-free fertility experience for its clients.

Osso VR

Series C in 2022
Osso VR is a virtual reality training platform that specializes in surgical and medical device education. It provides an immersive training environment where medical professionals, including residents and experienced surgeons, can engage in realistic simulations of various procedures. The platform emphasizes hands-on experiences and realistic interactions, allowing users to familiarize themselves with the latest instruments and surgical robotics. By offering advanced training solutions, Osso VR aims to enhance the skills and proficiency of medical personnel, ultimately improving patient outcomes in surgical settings.

Here

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Here Holdings, LLC, based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in producing cold-pressed juices, dips, and spreads using Midwest-grown produce. Their product range includes a variety of flavors such as pineapple, celery, and apple, as well as beet, apple, and ginger. Additionally, Here operates as a financial services company, offering resources and assistance to investors interested in holiday rental real estate, particularly profitable Airbnb investment opportunities. The company is committed to trust, transparency, and community in both its food and beverage production and financial services.

Blueberry Pediatrics

Venture Round in 2022
Blueberry Pediatrics offers a healthcare platform that provides on-demand pediatric care for children. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boynton Beach, Florida, the service enables parents to access top pediatricians at a flat monthly rate. Through a user-friendly smartphone app, parents can communicate with board-certified pediatricians via text and video, allowing them to ask questions, receive diagnoses, and obtain treatment for childhood illnesses and symptoms without the need for appointments. This round-the-clock support includes the ability to send images and videos, ensuring comprehensive care and advice whenever needed.

Modumate

Seed Round in 2022
Modumate, Inc. specializes in developing a 3D modeling software platform tailored for professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on enhancing architects' workflows through the automation of drafting processes. Its software enables users to design in three dimensions, auto-generate two-dimensional drawing sets, and efficiently manage building information modeling (BIM). By streamlining the creation, annotation, and updating of permit and construction drawings, Modumate significantly increases productivity and enhances the quality of architectural designs. The platform also allows for the customization of building exteriors and interiors and facilitates the tagging and scheduling of display data from design objects. Overall, Modumate aims to modernize architectural practices and improve client service by saving time and optimizing design processes.

Sandbox VR

Series B in 2021
Sandbox VR, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, specializes in providing premium virtual reality gaming experiences. The company utilizes advanced technologies such as full-body motion capture and virtual reality to create fully immersive environments that allow users to engage in social multiplayer games. By combining real-time motion capture with VR, Sandbox VR offers a unique and engaging experience that transports players into interactive storylines, making it one of the leading providers of immersive virtual reality entertainment. Additionally, Sandbox VR has expanded its presence to locations in the Bay Area and Hong Kong, further establishing itself in the global VR market.

Ruth Health

Seed Round in 2021
Ruth Health is a telehealth facility focused on women's and prenatal care, aiming to empower parents throughout their pregnancy journey and beyond. By utilizing evidence-based expertise, the company enhances access to childbirth services, making them more affordable and enjoyable. Ruth Health's platform offers medical consultations and information on postpartum care, addressing common women's health issues such as painful sex and unwanted urination. It also provides at-home ultrasound services and online consultations with healthcare professionals, enabling women to take control of their health and confidently navigate family planning and parenthood.

LÜK

Seed Round in 2021
LÜK is a fintech-enabled B2B marketplace designed for the creative industry, which includes models, photographers, stylists, and hair and makeup artists. The company provides a platform that aggregates agency-represented talent, allowing brands to easily discover, book, and contact professionals from multiple talent agencies simultaneously. By streamlining the booking process, LÜK enhances workflow efficiency and reduces the time it typically takes for talent agencies and their representatives to receive payments, which previously could extend to 150 days. With its innovative approach, LÜK offers immediate payments through invoice factoring, positioning itself as a vertical payment facilitator within the creative talent sector. This model not only simplifies talent management for brands but also fosters a more efficient and timely financial transaction process for creative professionals.

Vitable Health

Seed Round in 2021
Vitable Health, established in 2019 and headquartered in Woodlyn, Pennsylvania, specializes in providing affordable and accessible health coverage. Their membership-based model offers a comprehensive range of services, including virtual and in-home medical consultations, mental health support, and free prescriptions. This integrated approach to primary and urgent care aims to empower employers to enhance their healthcare offerings while reducing costs and improving employee satisfaction.

Salted

Venture Round in 2021
Salted is an online platform focused on developing and scaling better-for-you quick-service restaurant brands. The company offers subscription-based virtual cooking classes that allow users to access cooking video tutorials online. This approach enables aspiring chefs and cooking enthusiasts to learn culinary skills in an enjoyable and convenient manner, all while eliminating the overhead associated with traditional restaurant operations.

Vanan Online Services

Series A in 2021
Vahan.ai is an AI-driven chatbot designed to streamline the hiring process for blue and grey-collar workers in India. By utilizing advanced technology, Vahan automates various aspects of recruitment, making it easier for employers to find suitable candidates across multiple industries. This innovative approach not only improves the efficiency of hiring on-demand labor but also helps reduce overhead costs in the labor market, ultimately enhancing the overall supply of workers.

Colabra

Seed Round in 2021
Colabra specializes in enhancing the efficiency of scientific teams through its development of data integration and collaboration tools. The company provides a platform that facilitates real-time collaboration, allows for the integration of diverse data sources, and supports agile project management. This enables scientific researchers to effectively track their workflows, share data, and communicate outcomes. By streamlining these processes, Colabra aims to eliminate inefficiencies and boost research productivity, ultimately fostering a more innovative approach to scientific research and development.

Rootine

Seed Round in 2021
Rootine is a precision health company focused on optimizing individual health through the integration of personal health data and tailored nutrition solutions. By utilizing technology, Rootine analyzes clients' biological needs and provides personalized vitamin regimens based on real-time data. The company offers precision lab tests and wearable analytics to help users understand what their bodies require for peak performance. Through a dedicated dashboard, individuals can track their progress, with artificial intelligence refining recommendations and nutrient formulas as their health evolves. Rootine aims to empower users, whether they are seasoned athletes or new to health management, to enhance their energy, productivity, and overall well-being.

Earth AI

Seed Round in 2021
Earth AI is a predictive explorer and driller specializing in critical minerals. The company operates as a vertically integrated mineral exploration firm, utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance mineral targeting. By predicting the locations of metallic ore bodies, Earth AI focuses on metals such as copper, lead, zinc, nickel, cobalt, vanadium, and rare earth elements. This innovative approach aims to improve the success rates of mineral discoveries while simultaneously reducing operational risks and costs for mining explorers.

PrivacyHawk

Pre Seed Round in 2021
PrivacyHawk is a consumer privacy platform that enables individuals to manage their personal data effectively. The platform automates the processes of opting out, unsubscribing, and deleting private information from various databases that may be misusing clients' data. By helping users reduce their digital footprint, PrivacyHawk enhances their privacy and security, thereby lowering the risks associated with scams, spam, and identity theft. Its services empower clients to take control of their personal information and safeguard their privacy in an increasingly data-driven world.

Osana

Series A in 2021
Osana is a healthtech company that provides a patient-centric omnichannel platform designed to improve the efficiency of healthcare resources. The platform offers subscription-based primary care services, which include features such as patient portals and data analysis. Through these capabilities, Osana delivers a range of services, including clinical analysis, emergency ambulance services, and video consultations. This approach enables healthcare providers to enhance their operations and deliver superior experiences to their patients.

EarlyDay

Pre Seed Round in 2021
EarlyDay operates an online career marketplace focused on early childhood education, facilitating connections between employers and job seekers in the preschool and childcare sectors. The platform streamlines the hiring process by enabling preschools and childcare centers to quickly and efficiently find pre-screened, qualified educators. By emphasizing factors such as commuting time, pay, benefits, and educational philosophies, EarlyDay aids job seekers in identifying suitable positions that align with their preferences. This approach simplifies the hiring and job search experience, making it more accessible for both employers and prospective employees in the early education field.

Airbyte

Series A in 2021
Airbyte is an open-source data integration platform that facilitates the synchronization of data from various applications, APIs, and databases to data warehouses. The platform automates the creation of data pipelines through the use of pre-built or custom connectors, allowing businesses to efficiently collect and analyze data from a diverse range of sources. This capability is particularly beneficial for organizations seeking to obtain insights from users employing ad-blocking tools. With a focus on improving data accessibility and integration, Airbyte aims to streamline the data management process for businesses across various industries.

Mud\Wtr

Series A in 2021
MUD\WTR is a producer of organic beverages that provide health and performance benefits through a blend of natural ingredients. The company offers coffee alternatives made from adaptogenic mushrooms such as reishi, lion's mane, and cordyceps, combined with cacao, chia, turmeric, cinnamon, and sea salt. These beverages aim to deliver energy, focus, and immune support without the jitters or crashes associated with traditional coffee. MUD\WTR is committed to promoting healthy minds through the cultivation of healthy habits, positioning itself as a natural alternative to conventional caffeinated drinks.

Moonshot Brands

Seed Round in 2021
Moonshot Brands is a company that specializes in acquiring, operating, and growing profitable e-commerce businesses. Based in Toronto, it focuses on the online and mail order retail industry, leveraging its expertise to enhance the performance and scale of its portfolio companies. By implementing strategic growth initiatives, Moonshot Brands aims to maximize the potential of the businesses it acquires, positioning itself as a key player in the e-commerce landscape.

Ansel

Series A in 2021
Ansel Health is a developer of a health insurance platform designed for employers to improve employee benefits through a straightforward supplemental health benefits plan. The company provides insurance services that offer cash payouts to individuals diagnosed with various conditions, including those related to COVID-19. This support helps alleviate financial burdens associated with serious health issues, ensuring that employees have access to necessary resources for recovery.

Prenda

Series B in 2021
Prenda is an educational technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. It aims to facilitate learning in technology through informal and engaging environments, primarily targeting young people. Prenda supports libraries and schools in establishing code clubs that conduct weekly meetings, encouraging collaborative self-teaching in computer programming. Additionally, it offers in-home micro-school educational services that provide quality education via a virtual medium. This self-learning system employs a hybrid learning approach, featuring online classes, project modules, and virtual training sessions led by verified teachers. By fostering informal learning settings, Prenda enables children to explore various subjects while developing essential skills in technology.

Republic

Series A in 2021
Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform based in New York City, founded in 2016. It provides individuals the opportunity to invest in startups, real estate, cryptocurrencies, and video games, thus enabling a diverse range of investment options for the general public. With a commitment to promoting a sustainable and connected world, Republic has facilitated over $500 million in investments from more than one million members worldwide. The company serves a broad client base that includes venture capital firms, family offices, and high net-worth individuals. Supported by prominent backers such as Galaxy Digital and The Motley Fool, Republic operates with a global team across six countries, reflecting its international reach and influence in the investment landscape.

Mono

Seed Round in 2021
Mono is a digital bank designed specifically for startups and small to medium-sized businesses in Latin America, beginning its operations in Colombia. The company aims to empower these businesses by addressing key challenges they face in managing finances. Mono's platform enables users to open a digital checking account quickly, make online payments using a debit card, and integrate seamlessly with various software-as-a-service applications. This approach allows businesses to efficiently manage their expenses and streamline their financial operations, ultimately facilitating growth and enhancing financial control.

Reverie Labs

Series A in 2021
Reverie Labs is a Boston-based company focused on improving drug development processes for pharmaceutical firms through advanced machine learning techniques. The company utilizes these algorithms to predict the bio physicochemical properties of drug candidates, thereby accelerating preclinical development. Reverie Labs specializes in lead generation and optimization by creating structure-based predictive models that assess the potency of small molecules. It also offers a multi-objective molecular optimizer that generates new molecules while ensuring they maintain both potency and synthesizability. This approach allows for the prioritization and optimization of drug candidates, facilitating their progression to animal and human clinical trials more efficiently.

Farmstead

Series A in 2020
Farmstead is an online grocery delivery service that utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline the process of delivering fresh and local food directly to consumers. By employing AI-powered predictive analytics, the platform efficiently forecasts demand and supply, ensuring that clients can fulfill orders of fresh produce with convenience. Farmstead's personalized Smart Shopping List feature assists users in discovering new recipes and purchasing their favorite items quickly, ultimately helping them save time, reduce food waste, and maintain a healthier diet with fresher ingredients than those typically found in supermarkets.

Arthur Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Arthur Technologies focuses on providing augmented and virtual reality solutions tailored for enterprises, emphasizing dynamic collaboration. The company operates an enterprise XR collaboration platform designed to simplify corporate meetings by integrating user-friendly experiences with a robust technical foundation. This platform allows corporate teams to convene in virtual reality, facilitating interactions as if they were physically present in the same room. It enables clients to initiate product meetings, workshops, and creative brainstorming sessions seamlessly, enhancing productivity and collaboration in a virtual environment.

Charityvest

Seed Round in 2020
Charityvest is a personal charitable giving platform founded in 2019 and based in Atlanta, Georgia. It allows individuals to create donor-advised funds, enabling them to donate to U.S. nonprofit organizations from a single tax-deductible account. The platform also facilitates corporate philanthropy by offering tools that help businesses match their employees' charitable contributions while ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines. By streamlining the donation process, Charityvest aims to enhance generosity and promote charitable giving among both individuals and companies.

Farmstead

Series A in 2020
Farmstead is an online grocery delivery service that utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline the process of delivering fresh and local food directly to consumers. By employing AI-powered predictive analytics, the platform efficiently forecasts demand and supply, ensuring that clients can fulfill orders of fresh produce with convenience. Farmstead's personalized Smart Shopping List feature assists users in discovering new recipes and purchasing their favorite items quickly, ultimately helping them save time, reduce food waste, and maintain a healthier diet with fresher ingredients than those typically found in supermarkets.

Braintrust

Venture Round in 2020
Braintrust is a blockchain-based freelancer marketplace that connects technical and design professionals with organizations seeking their expertise. Founded in 2018 in San Jose, California, by Adam Jackson, Gabriel Luna-Ostaseski, and Brian Flynn, Braintrust offers a user-controlled talent network that eliminates intermediaries, allowing companies to save significantly on hiring costs. The platform enables direct connections between enterprises and highly skilled talent, ensuring that freelancers retain 100 percent of their earnings while the company charges a flat 10 percent project fee. Braintrust aims to disrupt traditional hiring practices by creating a transparent and efficient ecosystem that aligns the interests of both talent and organizations, facilitating access to the right professionals based on verified reputations and work histories.

Vurbl

Seed Round in 2020
Vurbl is a creator-focused, free streaming audio platform that facilitates the discovery and organization of various audio types, including user-generated content, across 40 categories. The platform enables users to create, upload, and share podcasts and audio commentary on a wide range of topics, such as conspiracies, wellness, business, and history. By providing these capabilities, Vurbl revolutionizes the distribution and consumption of audio-centric information, allowing content creators to engage audiences, earn subscribers, and monetize their work effectively.

The Essential

Series A in 2020
The Essential, formerly known as Move, operates as an innovative e-commerce platform focused on delivering high-quality groceries in a convenient box format. The company aims to enhance the food value chain by providing affordable and ethical options for consumers. Each box includes a week's worth of essentials, such as fresh milk, farm-raised meat, frozen seafood, organic butter, eggs, cheese, and seasonal vegetables, catering to various dietary restrictions. By prioritizing quality and value, The Essential strives to offer the best possible products at competitive prices, making it easier for customers to access their daily necessities.

Our Place

Series A in 2020
Our Place is a company dedicated to enhancing home-cooking experiences through thoughtfully designed cookware and dinnerware. Their product range includes frying pans, side bowls, drinking glasses, and main plates, all inspired by diverse culinary traditions. The company aims to simplify the cooking process while fostering connections among family and friends. By celebrating various cultures and honoring traditions, Our Place emphasizes the importance of shared meals in bringing people together.

Eva

Venture Round in 2020
Higia Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Mexico City, develops EVA, a wearable device aimed at assessing breast cancer risk. This non-invasive device features tactile sensors that map the breast's surface and surrounding areas, enabling women to monitor changes in breast temperature, size, and weight. Equipped with biosensors, EVA continuously tracks relevant information, providing users with accessible tools for breast health management.

App Academy

Seed Round in 2020
App Academy is a software development school that aims to transform expectations surrounding education. The institution provides a range of training programs, notably a 12-week immersive coding and job placement program. This program boasts a high success rate, with 98% of graduates securing positions in software development. Graduates typically earn an average salary of $105,000 in San Francisco and $89,000 in New York City. App Academy focuses on equipping students with essential skills in software design, algorithms, data structures, and practical coding techniques, thereby fostering their development as proficient software engineers.

Elroy Air

Seed Round in 2019
Elroy Air, Inc. is an aerospace and logistics company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in autonomous aircraft systems designed for aerial cargo delivery, focusing on long-distance transport of heavy cargo. Its innovative air cargo system utilizes rotor-based vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) technology, transitioning to wing-based cruise flight for efficient long-range delivery. Elroy Air serves various sectors, including commercial shipping, humanitarian aid, and military applications, providing solutions for the middle mile of logistics. Its delivery drones are capable of transporting modular pods loaded with significant amounts of cargo, making them suitable for rapid resupply in challenging environments and offering immediate aid in regions with underdeveloped infrastructure. This technology aims to enhance business-to-business express delivery while reducing costs and environmental impact compared to traditional aircraft.

Honeylove

Series A in 2019
Honeylove, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in manufacturing women's undergarments, focusing on shapewear that provides targeted compression to enhance confidence and comfort. Founded in 2016 by EDM artist Betsie Larkin, Honeylove launched its products publicly in 2018 after Larkin's quest for quality shapewear led her to create her own line. The brand has since expanded its offerings to include tops, bras, leggings, and various other garments, gaining recognition from influencers and media outlets like The New York Times and Good Morning America. Honeylove aims to revolutionize conventional shapewear by combining technical and artistic approaches to design, ensuring that its products cater to women of diverse shapes and sizes, while providing an alternative that allows for a smooth, tucked-in appearance under clothing.

PeerWell

Series A in 2019
PeerWell, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company develops an application aimed at assisting candidates for hip and knee replacements in optimizing their health prior to surgery. Its PreHab application combines evidence-based medical content with advanced technology to provide users with tools to prepare both physically and mentally for surgery. This platform not only supports patients in managing pain and immobility but also offers customized daily lessons to facilitate recovery. PeerWell collaborates with various stakeholders, including Workers' Compensation leaders, health plans, and managed care organizations, to enhance patient outcomes and streamline the surgical experience.

Apero

Seed Round in 2019
Apero Health is a technology-driven medical billing company that aims to enhance control over medical payments for both practices and patients. The company has developed a platform that automates the billing process, leveraging machine learning and data science to streamline operations. Apero's system facilitates automated claim submissions and integrates online patient billing, resulting in a more efficient billing experience. The innovative application program interface helps users achieve a reduced denial rate, ultimately improving the financial outcomes for healthcare providers.

Akido Labs

Series A in 2019
Akido Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in developing a data management and care delivery platform tailored for healthcare organizations. Founded in 2014, the company integrates its solutions with hospital health record systems, facilitating HL7 integration, ETL processes, and connections to lab systems and other health data sources. Akido's platform utilizes advanced security measures to safeguard sensitive information while enabling health institutions to harness their data effectively. The company focuses on addressing the complex needs of vulnerable populations, leveraging modern technology and proprietary datasets to enhance the quality of life and affordability of care for underserved individuals. Akido's solutions are employed nationwide, helping health systems and government service providers to implement technology-driven public health initiatives aimed at improving community health outcomes, especially during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Substack

Series A in 2019
Substack Inc. is an online platform based in San Francisco, California, that enables independent writers to create and distribute both paid and free subscription newsletters. Founded in 2017, Substack provides a suite of user-friendly tools designed for newsletter publishing, facilitating the simultaneous publication of content to email lists and websites. The platform simplifies the process of managing subscriber payments, making it easier for writers to monetize their work directly from their audiences. Additionally, Substack offers features that help stories reach wider audiences beyond paywalls and provides customizable design templates to enhance the reading experience. Through its innovative approach, Substack empowers writers to generate income from their newsletters while connecting with their subscribers effectively.

SV Academy

Series A in 2019
SV Academy, founded in 2017, is an online educational platform that aims to democratize access to careers in sales and customer success for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. The organization connects over 400 SaaS employers with a community of rigorously trained talent, offering services such as skill-building, mentorship, job placement assistance, and ongoing support after employment. With a focus on preparing graduates with the necessary skills and confidence, SV Academy provides weekly coaching and mentoring sessions led by experienced business development executives. The effectiveness of its program is reflected in the fact that 60% of graduates receive promotions within their first year. Recognized for its innovative approach to education, SV Academy is supported by several prominent investors and continues to foster a strong network for alumni through various events and coaching opportunities.

Homeroom

Seed Round in 2019
Homeroom is an after-school enrichment platform that facilitates the organization, booking, and management of classes at school sites. It connects teachers with parents and students, providing tools that simplify registration and streamline tutoring sessions. The platform serves as a comprehensive administrative solution, enabling parents to efficiently manage after-school enrichment programs and process payments. By offering these services, Homeroom aims to enhance the after-school experience for families and educators alike.

Higher Ground Education

Series B in 2019
Higher Ground Education is an organization focused on mainstreaming and modernizing Montessori education. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Lake Forest, California, the company operates primary schools that cater to students from birth through adolescence. It aims to expand the reach and impact of the Montessori movement by creating systems and resources that empower educators globally. Higher Ground provides training through various modalities, including in-person, at-home, and virtual learning options. Additionally, the organization develops infrastructure that facilitates access to Montessori-inspired education for parents, students, and educators, ensuring that quality education is available regardless of location.

Garten

Series A in 2019
Garten, Inc. is a health food company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in delivering vegan, gluten-free, organic, and non-GMO food products to businesses and individuals, primarily in Silicon Valley. Founded in 2014 and originally named Oh My Green, the company rebranded in June 2020. Garten provides a variety of healthy office snacks, beverages, dairy products, and fresh produce, along with equipment to support its offerings. Additionally, it features a wellness application that promotes employee well-being across various dimensions, including nutrition, exercise, and emotional health. Garten's services are tailored to meet the specific needs of clients and include options for budget management and office stocking. The company's mission is to empower individuals to make healthier choices and lead fulfilling lives. Founder Michael Heinrich's passion for health and nutrition stems from his childhood experiences in Berlin, where his grandmother cultivated an organic garden and emphasized the importance of eating fresh, wholesome food.

Smile ID (formerly Smile Identity)

Seed Round in 2019
At Smile ID they believe anyone should be able to prove their identity easily, anywhere in the world. Their team is made up of American and African engineers and financial services professionals with experience across global markets in highly regulated environments. They have built encryption, authentication and security solutions. They have developed image processing technology from the chip level up. They have been part of security investigations and have pursued fraudsters. Having worked with, or for, telecoms, lenders, banks and startups, they know the challenges of building world class technology and they understand the needs of the African consumer and enterprise customer. They are backed by leading Silicon Valley & African investors and they have pan-African reach, with representation in the United States, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda.

Monti Kids

Series A in 2019
Monti Kids, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Orinda, California, specializes in producing educational toys designed for children from birth to age three. The company focuses on promoting cognitive, physical, linguistic, social, and emotional development through its Montessori-based curriculum. Monti Kids provides a subscription service that delivers a new set of educational wooden toys and accompanying online guidance every three months, empowering parents to engage with their children during these critical developmental years. The offerings include instructional videos that help parents effectively introduce each toy, maximizing the learning experience.

Grain Technology

Seed Round in 2019
Grain Technology, Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2017 and based in Oakland, California. It specializes in developing a mobile application that offers an alternative to traditional credit cards by providing a revolving line of credit linked to users' existing debit cards. The platform analyzes income and cash flows to instantly pre-approve users for credit, enabling access to funds without the need for a new credit card. Additionally, Grain allows users to obtain cash advances directly to their bank accounts at no cost. By focusing on responsible credit management, Grain aims to help individuals and businesses secure financing while minimizing the risk of incurring unnecessary debt.

Passport

Seed Round in 2018
Passport Global, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2017 that specializes in international shipping services for eCommerce businesses and third-party logistics providers. The company aims to enhance the shipping experience by offering door-to-door tracking and a single point of contact for its clients. Passport focuses on helping brands expand their global reach while optimizing shipping practices and reducing overall shipping costs. Its services include comprehensive support from package pick-up to delivery, along with chat assistance for customers worldwide.

Unsupervised

Seed Round in 2018
Unsupervised is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence, focusing on an innovative engine based on unsupervised learning to uncover hidden insights within complex data. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Unsupervised has developed a platform that automatically identifies significant patterns in data without the need for human guidance. This automated analytics platform enables businesses to analyze large datasets and recognize emerging trends, facilitating a better understanding of fluctuations in key performance indicators (KPIs). By providing actionable insights, Unsupervised empowers organizations to make informed, data-driven decisions without requiring extensive data science expertise.

Turing

Seed Round in 2018
Turing.com operates an online platform that connects tech companies with remote software developers for both short- and long-term projects. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company specializes in vetting candidates through comprehensive assessments that evaluate their technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication proficiency. This rigorous selection process allows Turing to provide its clients with access to the top 1% of remote engineers across a variety of skill sets, including full stack, backend, frontend, DevOps, AI/ML, and mobile development. Turing serves a diverse clientele, including startups and Fortune 1000 companies, and has become a popular choice for developers, with over 180,000 professionals across 10,000 cities utilizing the platform to find remote job opportunities. Backed by prominent investors, Turing aims to streamline the hiring process for companies, enabling them to quickly and efficiently acquire Silicon Valley-caliber talent.

Highrise

Seed Round in 2018
Highrise is a creative mobile community where people create avatars, express themselves, and make friends. Its platform includes built-in user-generated avatars that let its users engage in real-time virtual chats, read reviews, surf across the latest news feed and keep in touch with their friends to customize and self-designed games, enabling users to make new friends, host real-time games and create fun contents for publicizing. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Harper Wilde

Seed Round in 2018
Harper Wilde, Inc. operates an online platform specializing in lingerie shopping, focused on providing comfortable and affordable inner garments for women. Established in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to empower women by offering thoughtfully designed products at nearly half the price of competitors. By streamlining production processes, Harper Wilde not only enhances customer convenience but also reduces costs, allowing them to pass savings on to consumers. The company is dedicated to uplifting women and promoting future generations of female leaders through its mission and product offerings.

LUS Brands

Seed Round in 2018
LUS Brands is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce company founded in 2017, focused on the global curly hair market, which exceeds $50 billion. The brand specializes in developing and retailing hair care products specifically designed for various curl types, promoting clean formulations that are free from sulfates, silicones, parabens, and other harmful ingredients. LUS Brands offers its products through one-time purchases or subscription options, catering to the needs of over 19,000 customers in its first year, during which it achieved more than $1 million in sales. By prioritizing the natural beauty of curly hair, LUS Brands empowers customers to embrace their unique features.

Burrow

Series A in 2018
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based furniture company that designs, manufactures, and supplies a range of home furnishings, including customizable sofas, sectionals, loveseats, armchairs, and ottomans, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. Founded in 2016, Burrow focuses on creating luxury furniture that is both easy to move and comfortable, utilizing sustainably-sourced hardwood and non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. The company aims to reinvent the home furnishing experience by offering personalized and durable products that allow customers to avoid traditional retail markups. Burrow sells its items through physical showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, as well as through its online platform. The company's manufacturing facility is located in Mexico City, Mexico.

Podcast App

Seed Round in 2018
The Podcast App is an audio platform dedicated to enhancing the user experience in discovering and enjoying various audio content. It provides a mobile application that simplifies the process of finding, saving, and listening to podcasts, audiobooks, and meditations. Users can explore a vast array of topics, including news, education, comedy, politics, and crime, making it easier for individuals to connect with content that resonates with their interests. By aggregating high-quality audio offerings from leading experts and creators, the Podcast App serves millions, supporting their pursuit of happiness through engaging and informative audio experiences.

Tovala

Series A in 2017
Tovala is a Chicago-based company that offers a unique combination of a smart oven and a fresh meal delivery service, aiming to simplify dinner preparation for busy individuals. Founded in 2015 and launched in 2017, Tovala's system features an internet-connected countertop steam oven designed for multi-step cooking, paired with gourmet chef-prepared meals. This innovative approach allows users to enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals with minimal effort, requiring only the scanning of a barcode to initiate the cooking process. Tovala's service addresses the growing demand for convenient and nutritious meal solutions in today’s fast-paced lifestyle.

Léon & George

Seed Round in 2017
Léon & George, Inc. is an e-commerce company that specializes in selling potted plants for residential and office environments. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Paris, the company offers a diverse selection of indoor plants, including large floor plants, tabletop varieties, and air-purifying options. Their product range also includes pet-safe plants, low-light plants, ceramic pots, plant accessories, original artworks, and plant stands. Notable plant offerings include the snake plant, jade pothos, and cast iron plant. By delivering plants directly to customers' doors, Léon & George aims to enhance indoor spaces with greenery while promoting sustainable practices. The company also provides a 30-day replacement guarantee to ensure customer satisfaction.

Nanonets

Seed Round in 2017
Nanonets is an AI-driven company specializing in automating document processing and data extraction workflows. By utilizing advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and deep learning models, Nanonets assists businesses in managing document-intensive processes such as accounts payable, order processing, and insurance underwriting. The platform effectively processes unstructured documents—such as invoices, receipts, and contracts—transforming them into structured data. Nanonets integrates seamlessly with existing systems through APIs, significantly reducing manual effort by up to 90% while delivering high accuracy and efficiency. The solution not only enhances productivity but also offers substantial cost savings, making it a valuable tool for organizations looking to streamline their operations without the need for complex database management.

The Flex

Seed Round in 2016
The Flex Company, established in 2015 and headquartered in Venice, California, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of single-use menstrual devices. Its product portfolio includes the Flex Cup, a disposable and disc-shaped device that temporarily blocks menstrual blood flow, and the Flex Disc, a one-time use period product with a 12-hour wear duration. The company's products are sold online and through retailers in the United States and Canada, with a presence in over 25,000 retail locations nationwide.
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