BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Compound
Seed Round in 2018
Compound is an open-source protocol operating a decentralized finance lending platform. It facilitates real-time money markets by algorithmically adjusting interest rates based on asset-specific supply and demand. Compound enables users to deposit crypto assets as collateral, borrow base assets, and earn interest on their deposits within the DeFi ecosystem.
Wonderschool
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in California in 2016, Wonderschool supports experienced educators to start licensed infant and toddler programs or preschools from their homes. The company provides assistance with licensing, program setup, marketing, and offers a software platform for managing students, parents, and operations. It also features a marketplace for parents to search programs, schedule visits, enroll children, and make payments.
Wonderschool
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in California in 2016, Wonderschool supports experienced educators to start licensed infant and toddler programs or preschools from their homes. The company provides assistance with licensing, program setup, marketing, and offers a software platform for managing students, parents, and operations. It also features a marketplace for parents to search programs, schedule visits, enroll children, and make payments.
Pipefy develops a no-code workflow management software that enhances team productivity by centralizing data, standardizing processes, and automating repetitive tasks. Its platform enables teams like Finance, HR, and Customer Service to create custom processes, increasing efficiency across requesting services, processing requests, and managing operations.
Grove Collaborative
Series B in 2017
Founded in 2016 as a Certified B Corporation, Grove Collaborative is an online retailer dedicated to transforming consumer products into a positive force for human and environmental good. It offers a curated selection of high-performing, planet-first products across household cleaning, personal care, laundry, clean beauty, and pet categories, serving millions of households in the U.S. Every product offered by Grove has been vetted against strict standards for clean ingredients, efficacy, sustainability, cruelty-free formulas, and ethical supply chain practices. As a public benefit corporation, Grove is committed to its mission of moving Beyond Plastic, aiming to be 100% plastic-free by 2025.
Headnote
Seed Round in 2017
Headnote Parent Inc. is a technology company founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, specializing in software solutions for the legal industry. The company develops payment and accounts receivable automation software designed to streamline the financial processes of law firms. Headnote's platform simplifies e-payments, enabling law firms to receive payments more quickly and efficiently, significantly reducing the time taken to collect fees from an average of 60 to 94 days to just 4 days for its customers. In addition to payment processing, the software automates the tracking and management of accounts receivable, replacing outdated manual methods with real-time dashboards that enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Headnote serves a diverse range of law firms across the United States, ensuring compliance with all relevant payment regulations.
Ample Foods
Angel Round in 2016
Ample Foods Inc. is a San Francisco-based company established in 2015 that specializes in the production and sale of meal replacements. The company offers convenient powder meal products designed to meet vitamin and mineral needs, marketed under the Ample brand name. Ample Foods targets busy, health-conscious individuals, providing drinkable meals that combine all-natural ingredients with a balanced nutritional profile. Its product line features three appealing formulas: ketogenic, plant-based, and high protein, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Positioned within the expanding meal replacement market, Ample Foods aims to address evolving consumer demands for higher quality nutrition, making it a daily staple for those seeking a healthier lifestyle. The company sells its products online, ensuring accessibility for its customers.
Descomplica
Series C in 2015
Descomplica is an online education platform based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2011. The company specializes in providing students with access to a wide range of educational resources, including pre-recorded and live classes across various subjects, particularly focusing on mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Descomplica aims to facilitate college entrance exam preparation by offering affordable and high-quality educational materials, enabling students to learn at their own pace. The platform also features online monitoring to enhance the learning experience, making it accessible for a diverse group of learners seeking to achieve their academic goals.