Pop Meals
Series A in 2019
Pop Meals is a food delivery service established in 2021 that leverages artificial intelligence for logistics and cooking automation. The company specializes in providing fresh, healthy, and ready-to-eat meals prepared by culinary chefs. With a daily changing menu, Pop Meals caters to popular lunch and dinner needs, ensuring that balanced meals are conveniently delivered to customers' homes or offices. By integrating centralized production with customer data and machine learning, Pop Meals optimizes its operations to offer competitive delivery costs, positioning itself as a leader in the food delivery industry.
90 Seconds
Series B in 2019
90 Seconds Limited is a leading cloud video production platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Singapore, London, Tokyo, Manila, and Sydney. The platform simplifies the video production process, allowing brands to purchase, plan, shoot, edit, and review videos online and via mobile devices. It caters to a diverse range of projects, including corporate videos, online video marketing, and multi-location productions. By providing access to a global marketplace of creatives, including videographers, directors, and editors, the platform enables brands to efficiently produce high-quality video content. Serving renowned clients such as Apple, HP, and Amazon, 90 Seconds has facilitated the production of over 32,000 videos across 100 countries, demonstrating its ability to meet the demands of a fast-paced digital landscape. The company employs a global team of around 100 professionals focused on product development, growth, and customer success.
Kredivo is a leading digital financial services provider based in Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2016 by Akshay Garg. It offers a modern online credit platform that enables customers to access instant credit for e-commerce and offline purchases, as well as personal loans. Kredivo's innovative API allows businesses to integrate its payment options seamlessly, offering customers flexible financing solutions such as 30-day payment plans and installment options. The platform emphasizes real-time decision-making to ensure a straightforward and transparent credit experience, catering to a wide range of consumers and enhancing their shopping capabilities. Additionally, Kredivo operates in key Southeast Asian markets, solidifying its position as a prominent player in the region's digital credit landscape.
Superscript
Seed Round in 2018
Superscript is a digital insurance broker catering to businesses of all sizes, from startups to established enterprises. The company operates a self-serve online platform that allows small and medium-sized businesses to buy and manage their insurance quickly, often within minutes. As the first UK-based InsurTech to become a Lloyd’s of London broker, Superscript specializes in providing tailored coverage for innovative companies facing complex risks. Utilizing a price comparison tool and a flexible monthly subscription model, Superscript simplifies the insurance process, enabling users to generate quotes, set up coverage, and make adjustments or cancellations with ease.
Coffee Meets Bagel
Series B in 2018
Coffee Meets Bagel, Inc. is a dating service founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company offers a curated online dating platform that emphasizes meaningful connections and prioritizes the preferences of women in the dating process. By allowing women to choose which men can initiate conversations, Coffee Meets Bagel aims to create a more respectful and engaging dating environment. The platform has facilitated over one million dates and numerous lasting relationships, addressing the challenges of traditional mobile dating, which often leads to superficial interactions. By focusing on a differentiated service for both men and women, the company seeks to inspire singles, particularly women, to feel positive about their dating experiences and to invest their time in more serious and committed relationships.
Houst, formerly known as Airsorted, is a short-term rental management service based in London, U.K. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for homeowners looking to maximize their rental income while minimizing the complexities associated with short-let hosting. Houst manages various aspects of property letting, including listing creation, pricing optimization, marketing, and guest management. By automating these processes, the company aims to deliver a hassle-free experience for homeowners, allowing them to achieve higher rental yields without the stress of day-to-day operations. With a mission to simplify home-sharing, Houst caters to both individual homeowners and the broader market by promoting efficient and effective rental practices.
Pop Meals
Seed Round in 2018
Pop Meals is a food delivery service established in 2021 that leverages artificial intelligence for logistics and cooking automation. The company specializes in providing fresh, healthy, and ready-to-eat meals prepared by culinary chefs. With a daily changing menu, Pop Meals caters to popular lunch and dinner needs, ensuring that balanced meals are conveniently delivered to customers' homes or offices. By integrating centralized production with customer data and machine learning, Pop Meals optimizes its operations to offer competitive delivery costs, positioning itself as a leader in the food delivery industry.
Simba Sleep
Series B in 2017
Simba Sleep Limited is a London-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative mattresses and sleep-related products. Founded in 2015, it offers a diverse range of foam mattresses that incorporate a unique combination of conical pocket springs and precision-engineered foam, ensuring optimal comfort and support. In addition to mattresses, Simba Sleep provides a variety of sleep accessories, including pillows, duvets, and bed bases, all crafted with advanced materials to enhance sleep quality. The company emphasizes the importance of sleep and aims to help customers achieve restorative rest. Simba Sleep sells its products through select retail partners, notably John Lewis, and also operates a robust online platform for direct consumer sales.
BOOK A TIGER
Series B in 2017
BOOK A TIGER is an integrated facility management platform that focuses on providing high-quality home cleaning services. Through its online booking system, customers can easily access a range of cleaning solutions offered by a network of connected partners. The platform aims to streamline the booking process, ensuring that users receive reliable and professional cleaning services tailored to their needs. By leveraging technology, BOOK A TIGER enhances convenience for customers seeking efficient home maintenance options.
Emoov is an online estate agency that offers a modern alternative to traditional estate agents, which are often criticized for high fees and inadequate support. Founded by Russell Quirk, who has extensive experience in the property industry, Emoov leverages technology to empower homeowners and enhance transparency in the selling process. The company's platform allows users to book free valuations, arrange viewings, and facilitate contract exchanges, all while charging nominal fixed fees significantly lower than the percentage-based commissions typical of conventional agents. Emoov's commitment to customer service and its innovative approach positions it as a disruptive force in an industry that is increasingly reliant on efficiency and affordability. Operating across England, Scotland, and Wales, Emoov aims to redefine the real estate experience for sellers.
Laundrapp
Series C in 2017
Laundrapp is a leading online laundry and dry cleaning service based in the UK, primarily operating in London and extending to around 100 towns and cities. The company provides an on-demand platform that allows users to request laundry services conveniently through a mobile app or its website. By offering a quick pick-up service from customers' homes, Laundrapp eliminates the need for traditional laundrettes and dry cleaners, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Their commitment to quality cleaning has earned them a strong reputation, complemented by their free app available on both iOS and Android devices.
Quiqup Ltd, established in 2014 and headquartered in London, specializes in on-demand delivery services. The company offers a platform that enables businesses, including retailers and restaurants, to provide customers with on-demand, same-day, and scheduled delivery options. Quiqup's services are powered by a fleet of professional couriers and supported by a platform for delivery management and automation. Additionally, Quiqup works with larger businesses to design custom logistics solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Waldo
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Waldo is a company that specializes in providing high-quality contact lenses directly to consumers through a subscription model. The lenses are designed for enhanced comfort, featuring a super fine edge design, increased moisture for hydration, and extensive UV protection. By delivering products straight to customers' doors within 48 hours of ordering, Waldo eliminates the traditional hassles associated with purchasing contact lenses. This approach not only offers convenience but also makes quality eye care more accessible and affordable for consumers.
Roomi, Inc. operates a mobile application and website that facilitates the connection between individuals seeking roommates and those offering available rooms. Launched in 2013 and based in New York, Roomi provides a user-friendly platform where listings are generated and verified by its members, ensuring authenticity. Users can easily post their available rooms, browse through listings based on lifestyle preferences, engage with potential roommates via in-app chat, and manage rental applications and payments seamlessly. Roomi's focus on peer-to-peer interactions fosters a safe and convenient environment for finding flexible and affordable co-living solutions, distinguishing it from traditional housing platforms that aggregate listings.