Expert DOJO
Expert DOJO, founded in 2014 and based in Santa Monica, California, operates as an early-stage startup accelerator and venture capital firm. The organization is recognized as one of the most active accelerators in Southern California, focusing on investing in pre-seed and seed companies. Expert DOJO typically invests around $100,000 in each startup and provides substantial follow-on investments for those that demonstrate significant growth potential. Since its inception, the firm has supported over 260 startups globally, with a commitment to helping these companies gain traction and scale more effectively. Notably, a majority of the startups are founded by minorities and women in the technology sector, although Expert DOJO maintains an industry-agnostic approach, welcoming founders from diverse backgrounds worldwide. The firm emphasizes the importance of visionary leadership, encouraging entrepreneurs to visualize their long-term goals as a pathway to achieving success.
Past deals in Geospatial
Explorest
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Explorest is a travel platform that transforms how individuals discover and experience the world. Through its award-winning mobile application, it connects users with stunning photo locations shared by local photographers and travel experts. The app offers detailed insights, including GPS coordinates, directions, optimal visiting times, weather forecasts, and photography tips for each site. With a network of over 170 world-class creators, Explorest provides users with insider tips to enhance their travel experiences. The platform has reached more than 450,000 individuals through its website and mobile apps. Additionally, Explorest is set to launch the Explorest Passport, an NFT Photography Marketplace that promises to unlock unique real-world experiences, further enriching the travel landscape.
Latitudo40
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Latitudo 40 operates a geo-information platform that converts satellite imagery into actionable geospatial information to aid decision-making. The platform integrates tools to automatically search, process, and analyze images from Earth observation satellites, leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to simplify business processes. This enables clients to monitor environmental health, identify potential risks, and develop sustainable urban plans. By providing comprehensive features within a single platform, Latitudo 40 enhances the accessibility and utility of satellite data for various applications.
Upnext
Seed Round in 2019
UpNext is a company that specializes in creating 3D maps, allowing users to search, find, and view locations and buildings using their mobile devices. Founded in May 2007 by Danny Moon, Vik Advani, Robin Har, and Raj Advani, the company is headquartered in New York and operates in several major cities, including Boston, Washington, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Chicago, Portland, and Austin. In July 2012, UpNext was acquired by Amazon. The company focuses on enhancing the user experience by providing detailed and interactive mapping services.
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