Empire Angels

Empire Angels is an angel investment group based in New York, formed in 2012. It consists of a member-led network of young professionals who invest in early-stage companies and evaluate opportunities across a range of industries. The group focuses on education, financial services, media, e-commerce, entertainment, mobile, and information technology sectors, and members often invest directly in ventures they find compelling. Empire Angels emphasizes collaborative investment decisions and the active involvement of its members in supporting portfolio companies, leveraging a diverse set of skills and perspectives to help early-stage startups grow.

Graham Gullans

Co-Founder and Partner

Christina Russ

Co-Founder and Partner

31 past transactions

Enertiv

Grant in 2021
Enertiv, Inc. is a digital energy company based in New York that specializes in providing data-driven energy efficiency solutions primarily for the real estate and energy services sectors. Founded in 2011, Enertiv's platform digitizes building operations by collecting and analyzing data from various sources, including the deployment of IoT devices that monitor critical equipment and environmental conditions. This enables property owners and operators to optimize performance, reduce waste, and manage operating expenses more effectively. Enertiv offers a range of services, including energy data analytics, sub-metering, automated billing, and measurement and verification solutions, aimed at enhancing asset value and promoting energy efficiency across commercial real estate portfolios.

Superpedestrian

Series C in 2019
Superpedestrian, Inc. is a robotics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of lightweight electric vehicles designed for eco-friendly transportation. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing the cycling experience through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Copenhagen Wheel, integrates an online platform that provides valuable data related to cycling safety and wellness. The Copenhagen Wheel is now in mass production and is sold through various retailers and online channels. The company's bikes are equipped with advanced vehicle intelligence that can detect potential malfunctions, assess issues, and implement appropriate responses to prevent damage and ensure rider safety, thereby promoting a comfortable cycling experience.

Zoomcar

Debt Financing in 2018
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Weven

Angel Round in 2018
Weven provides a two-sided venue management system and an online venue catalogue and booking platform focused on weddings. For venue operators, it streamlines planning workflows, saves time, and reduces costs by generating personalized planning accounts based on venue data, spatial parameters and owner preferences, tailored to event size, date and budget. For couples, it enables discovery of non-traditional venues such as farms, orchards and barns and supports bookings that reflect unique wedding concepts. By connecting operators with prospective clients, Weven aims to simplify planning, improve client satisfaction and broaden access to distinctive event spaces.

Fundation

Debt Financing in 2018
Founded in 2011, Fundation empowers small businesses by connecting them with financial institutions for working capital and growth financing. It offers outsourced lending programs, point-of-sale financing solutions, and digital credit lending platforms.

Orionis Biosciences

Series B in 2018
Orionis Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on early-stage drug discovery and development. It specializes in innovative medicines for diseases with high unmet medical needs, initially concentrating on oncology and immunotherapies. The company operates research facilities in Waltham, MA, USA, and Ghent, Belgium, led by an experienced team of entrepreneurs and scientists.

Mirow

Convertible Note in 2018
Mirow LLC is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in manufacturing smart mirrors for fitting rooms, designed to enhance the retail experience. These interactive mirrors utilize touch technology and sensors to identify customer preferences, offering personalized recommendations, information on discounts, and automated assistance. Customers can easily call for sales support or request items in different sizes or colors directly from the fitting room. Mirow's innovative approach not only improves the quality of service but also provides retailers with valuable insights into customer behavior and preferences. The company has gained recognition in the retail and hospitality sectors and is expanding its presence in both the US and EU markets, serving a range of top-tier brands.

Popsy

Angel Round in 2018
Popsy is a rapidly growing AI-powered mobile application facilitating local buying and selling of various items, including electronics, clothing, housing, cars, and furniture. Its image recognition technology simplifies the selling process by suggesting titles, prices, and categories in real-time.

Farmer Willie's Alcoholic Ginger Beer

Series A in 2017
Farmer Willie's Alcoholic Ginger Beer based on the secret, homemade recipe of Farmer Willie Fenichel.

Enertiv

Seed Round in 2017
Enertiv, Inc. is a digital energy company based in New York that specializes in providing data-driven energy efficiency solutions primarily for the real estate and energy services sectors. Founded in 2011, Enertiv's platform digitizes building operations by collecting and analyzing data from various sources, including the deployment of IoT devices that monitor critical equipment and environmental conditions. This enables property owners and operators to optimize performance, reduce waste, and manage operating expenses more effectively. Enertiv offers a range of services, including energy data analytics, sub-metering, automated billing, and measurement and verification solutions, aimed at enhancing asset value and promoting energy efficiency across commercial real estate portfolios.

Zest Tea

Seed Round in 2017
Zest Tea designs and produces caffeinated tea products aimed at boosting energy and mental clarity. Founded in 2014 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company emphasizes science-backed ingredients to deliver energizing beverages with low to no sugar and natural ingredients.

Kenzen

Seed Round in 2016
Kenzen, Inc. is a health technology company that specializes in developing wearable solutions for health and performance monitoring. Its flagship product, the Kenzen ECHO, is a wireless smart patch designed to provide real-time monitoring of vital signs and physiological data, with a focus on preventing injuries related to heat stress, fatigue, and over-exertion in industrial settings. The ECHO system includes a mobile application that delivers personalized health insights and alerts, ensuring that workers and their supervisors can take proactive measures to enhance safety and productivity. Incorporated in 2014 and based in New York, Kenzen sells its products through various distributors, resellers, and retail locations, aiming to harness physiological data to improve workforce safety and well-being.

Enertiv

Seed Round in 2016
Enertiv, Inc. is a digital energy company based in New York that specializes in providing data-driven energy efficiency solutions primarily for the real estate and energy services sectors. Founded in 2011, Enertiv's platform digitizes building operations by collecting and analyzing data from various sources, including the deployment of IoT devices that monitor critical equipment and environmental conditions. This enables property owners and operators to optimize performance, reduce waste, and manage operating expenses more effectively. Enertiv offers a range of services, including energy data analytics, sub-metering, automated billing, and measurement and verification solutions, aimed at enhancing asset value and promoting energy efficiency across commercial real estate portfolios.

Zoomcar

Series B in 2016
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Juno

Series A in 2016
Juno is a fresh approach to ride sharing. By leading with its values and putting drivers first, it will pave the way for better rider experiences. Launching in New York spring 2016

BEGiN

Series B in 2016
BEGiN is an education technology company dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences through innovative products. The company develops engaging educational programs that focus on fostering essential skills necessary for future success. Its portfolio includes HOMER, KidPass, and codeSpark Academy, each designed to provide quality educational content that promotes creativity, problem-solving, and a love of learning. BEGiN's approach is informed by research and insights from experts in early childhood development, and it has garnered support from notable organizations such as LEGO Ventures and Sesame Workshop. Co-founded by Neal Shenoy, Noelle Millholt, and Stephanie Dua, BEGiN has also been recognized as one of Crain’s 100 Best Places to Work in New York City.

BEGiN

Series B in 2016
BEGiN is an education technology company dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences through innovative products. The company develops engaging educational programs that focus on fostering essential skills necessary for future success. Its portfolio includes HOMER, KidPass, and codeSpark Academy, each designed to provide quality educational content that promotes creativity, problem-solving, and a love of learning. BEGiN's approach is informed by research and insights from experts in early childhood development, and it has garnered support from notable organizations such as LEGO Ventures and Sesame Workshop. Co-founded by Neal Shenoy, Noelle Millholt, and Stephanie Dua, BEGiN has also been recognized as one of Crain’s 100 Best Places to Work in New York City.

Mah Ze Dahr

Seed Round in 2016
Mah Ze Dahr is a bakery that offers a diverse range of artisanal pastries, cakes, and other baked goods. Founded by culinary enthusiasts with extensive global experience, the bakery aims to evoke curiosity and delight through its products, transporting customers on a sensory journey.

Imperative

Seed Round in 2015
Imperative Group, Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in a unique assessment and learning system. Its core product, Imperative, is a digital platform that facilitates peer coaching, enabling employees to uncover and apply their intrinsic motivations and purpose at work. This platform, which requires no prior coaching experience, is designed to be accessible to a larger number of employees than traditional coaching methods, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution for employers. Imperative's offerings also include a Certified Purpose Leaders program, Individual and Team Purpose Profiles, and a Purpose Hiring Coach, all aimed at integrating purpose into talent strategy and employee experience. The company's clients span various industries, including Sony Music, MetLife, Zillow, and Airbnb, and its solutions are used for career development, team building, hiring, diversity advancement, and volunteer engagement.

Zoomcar

Venture Round in 2015
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Zoomcar

Series A in 2014
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Socure

Series A in 2014
Socure develops digital identity verification solutions using artificial intelligence and machine learning. Its platform authenticates identities in real-time from various online/offline sources, automating customer identification program (CIP), know your customer (KYC), and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance initiatives.

The Infatuation

Seed Round in 2014
The Infatuation is a digital platform that offers restaurant recommendations through a website, app, newsletter, and other channels. It focuses on honest, unbiased reviews, refusing to accept restaurant compensation or invitations. The service covers major U.S. cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, Atlanta, Washington DC, Austin, and also London. It aims to help users find suitable dining options for any occasion.

LiftMetrix

Seed Round in 2014
LiftMetrix, Inc. is a specialized company based in New York that focuses on enhancing social media marketing through its advanced analytics platform. The company transforms raw social media data into actionable business intelligence, enabling clients to measure the return on their investments in social marketing. LiftMetrix provides tailored social media marketing plans aligned with specific business objectives, moving beyond basic analytics to deliver deeper insights and recommendations. By optimizing social marketing efforts, LiftMetrix empowers businesses to maximize the effectiveness of their campaigns and ensure that their social media spending translates into tangible business outcomes.

StatSocial

Angel Round in 2013
Founded in 2013, StatSocial is a New York City-based company specializing in social data provision. It empowers brands and publishers to understand, segment, and target their audiences online by offering customized insights into demographics such as gender, income, education, race, and location.

WeeSpring

Angel Round in 2013
Founded in 2012, WeeSpring is a social shopping platform for new and expecting parents. It enables users to share advice on baby products by comparing items within categories based on friends' experiences.

Zoomcar

Seed Round in 2013
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Basno

Series A in 2013
Basno Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in New York, offers an online service for creating, collecting, and distributing digital badges. These badges serve as recognition of various accomplishments, skills, commitments, and expertise, and can be shared with friends, family, or businesses via the platform's website.

Zoomcar

Convertible Note in 2013
Zoomcar is an online car-sharing marketplace operating in emerging markets like India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt since 2013. It connects car owners ('Hosts') with individuals needing temporary vehicles ('Guests'), facilitating safe and convenient car sharing. Zoomcar offers over 20,000 cars across 50 cities, empowering Hosts to earn passive income while providing Guests with affordable driving experiences.

Human Demand

Series A in 2013
Human Demand, established in February 2012, specializes in mobile advertising solutions. As a Demand Side Platform (DSP), it offers agencies and trading desks a robust real-time bidding system for mobile ads across various exchanges. Additionally, as a Data Management Platform (DMP), Human Demand enhances standard mobile inventory by providing targeted audiences at scale through its proprietary "AppAudience" data and superior location insights. The company, headquartered in New York City with a team of 18, delivers campaign optimization and visual analytics for effective mobile advertising campaigns.

MyDROBE

Seed Round in 2012
MyDROBE's smartphone application solves two problems that everyone faces on a daily basis: what am I going to wear and what products should I buy. Based on the user's style and the brands that they like, MyDROBE creates the ultimate taste graph in fashion to power it's Personalized Recommendation Engine to suggest products to buy, outfits to wear, and other people to follow. By simplifying, enhancing and personalizing the users experience, MyDROBE takes the war out of your wardrobe.
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