Felicis

Founded in 2006, Felicis is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. It focuses on early-stage investments across various sectors, including AI, health, and security, backing founders building iconic companies.

Nicole Bae

Partner, Operations

Daniel Bartus

Partner

Maddie Chavez

Partner, Operations

James Detweiler

Partner

Viviana Faga

General Partner

Gabriella Garcia

Deal Partner

Ryan Isono

Partner

Dasha Maggio

Investor

Astasia Myers

General Partner

Sundeep Peechu

General Partner

Niki Pezeshki

General Partner

Katie Riester

Managing Director

Aydin Senkut

Founder and Managing Partner

Javier Soltero

Venture Partner

Jake Storm

Partner

Victoria Treyger

General Partner

Mischa Vaughn

Partner

Past deals in Compliance

Oro Labs

Series B in 2023
Oro Labs streamlines traditional procurement operations via its automation platform. It harmonizes chaotic enterprise spending on critical purchases and supplier engagements.

ConductorOne

Series A in 2023
ConductorOne, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that develops permission management software for web applications and modern infrastructure. Founded in 2020 by Alexander Bovee and Paul Querna, the company focuses on integrating permission management solutions that streamline access control and governance across various systems, including identity providers, HR systems, ticketing platforms, and continuous integration pipelines. ConductorOne’s platform aims to decentralize and democratize access to cloud applications while maintaining least-privilege permissions. This approach enhances security, compliance, and productivity for IT professionals by reducing inefficient workflows and fostering collaboration.

DataGrail

Series C in 2022
DataGrail develops a privacy management platform that enables businesses to ensure compliance with various privacy laws. It integrates sales, marketing, and support systems with third-party systems, providing control over communication preferences.

Alloy

Venture Round in 2022
Alloy is a technology company specializing in identity verification solutions for financial institutions. It offers an API-driven platform that simplifies fraud detection and compliance processes such as KYC, AML, and fraud prevention.

Sphere

Seed Round in 2022
Sphere helps US software companies manage their global sales tax / VAT / GST compliance requirements. Our platform helps with everything from nexus monitoring, registration, calculation and filing/remittance. Companies like Runway AI, Weaviate and Zeplin choose our platform because we’re the only product that offers true global coverage, is easy to implement and reasonably priced. - We're growing rapidly (20%+ MoM revenue growth) and have signed customers like Runway AI, Sierra AI, Codeium + many more - We're building the world's first tax-focused LLMs (which we believe will be the foundation for a broader cross border compliance platform; think Deel for international billing) - We're well funded by Felicis Ventures and the founders of Flexport, Lyft, Betterup, Go1 and Xendit

RapidFort

Seed Round in 2022
RapidFort is a software attack surface optimization company that offers a unified platform aimed at minimizing cyber-attack risks for organizations. Its innovative solution reduces development costs by 10% and accelerates software release timelines by 2 to 3 weeks. The platform facilitates compliance with various security frameworks, such as FedRAMP and SOC2, by streamlining vulnerability remediation processes. RapidFort integrates three main components: RF Curated Images, which provide container images built to stringent security standards; Instrumentation and Profiting tools that generate comprehensive Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) while prioritizing threat remediation; and Hardening and Defending tools that automatically secure unused components, significantly reducing the software attack surface. Collectively, these features enable the platform to eliminate 95% of Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) automatically without requiring code changes, thereby enhancing overall security and efficiency for its users.

Ethena

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2019, Ethena is a software company specializing in modern compliance training. It offers bite-sized, personalized online courses focused on harassment prevention, delivered monthly to employees of innovative companies such as Netflix and Zendesk.

Atlas Labs

Series A in 2022
Atlas Labs, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in connecting patients with available medical aid programs to optimize financial assistance. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on streamlining patient enrollment in external programs to convert uncompensated care into revenue and reimbursements. Its platform alleviates the burden on financial counselors, reduces patient out-of-pocket expenses, and enhances revenue from third-party programs. Additionally, Atlas Labs organizes and indexes various medical aid programs from government, private, and provider sources, assisting patients in obtaining financial aid while ensuring that medical providers receive reimbursement for self-pay balances. Through its innovative solutions, Atlas Labs aims to improve compliance, enhance margins, and meet community healthcare needs effectively.

Kandji

Series C in 2021
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.

Alloy

Series C in 2021
Alloy is a technology company specializing in identity verification solutions for financial institutions. It offers an API-driven platform that simplifies fraud detection and compliance processes such as KYC, AML, and fraud prevention.

Ethena

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2019, Ethena is a software company specializing in modern compliance training. It offers bite-sized, personalized online courses focused on harassment prevention, delivered monthly to employees of innovative companies such as Netflix and Zendesk.

Guideline

Series E in 2021
Guideline is a retirement plan technology company that automates the administration and compliance of employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. It provides an online platform that covers plan design and setup, enrollment and education, administration and recordkeeping, compliance and reporting, and investment management, integrating participants' financial information to offer ongoing recommendations. The platform handles payroll integration and streamlined workflow for small and growing businesses, with transparent pricing based on a flat fee per participant rather than asset-based charges. Founded in 2015, Guideline is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Portland, Maine.

Kandji

Series B in 2021
Kandji, Inc. is a cloud-based software company that specializes in providing customizable security and compliance solutions for Apple devices, including Mac computers, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Kandji streamlines the management of these devices for IT teams by offering features such as one-click compliance templates and over 150 pre-built automation, apps, and workflows. The platform is designed to simplify the enforcement of macOS security parameters and enables real-time monitoring and auto-remediation of potential issues. Kandji is committed to enhancing the user experience through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions, helping businesses maintain secure and compliant environments.

DataGrail

Series B in 2021
DataGrail develops a privacy management platform that enables businesses to ensure compliance with various privacy laws. It integrates sales, marketing, and support systems with third-party systems, providing control over communication preferences.

Alloy

Series B in 2020
Alloy is a technology company specializing in identity verification solutions for financial institutions. It offers an API-driven platform that simplifies fraud detection and compliance processes such as KYC, AML, and fraud prevention.

InCountry

Series A in 2020
InCountry, Inc. is a data residency storage solutions provider that focuses on ensuring global data compliance for international businesses. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company operates in 65 countries, offering a data residency-as-a-service platform that securely stores and processes profile data within its country of origin. InCountry's offerings include a REST API and SDK for executing data logic through micro containers and serverless functions, as well as InCountry Border, which helps keep personal information within national borders. Additionally, the company provides Single-Tenant solutions that offer dedicated hosting, ensuring isolation from other network traffic. InCountry serves a diverse range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, and payments, facilitating easy integration for multinationals to comply with local regulations and manage citizens' data effectively.

Guideline

Series D in 2020
Guideline is a retirement plan technology company that automates the administration and compliance of employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. It provides an online platform that covers plan design and setup, enrollment and education, administration and recordkeeping, compliance and reporting, and investment management, integrating participants' financial information to offer ongoing recommendations. The platform handles payroll integration and streamlined workflow for small and growing businesses, with transparent pricing based on a flat fee per participant rather than asset-based charges. Founded in 2015, Guideline is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Portland, Maine.

InCountry

Series A in 2019
InCountry, Inc. is a data residency storage solutions provider that focuses on ensuring global data compliance for international businesses. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company operates in 65 countries, offering a data residency-as-a-service platform that securely stores and processes profile data within its country of origin. InCountry's offerings include a REST API and SDK for executing data logic through micro containers and serverless functions, as well as InCountry Border, which helps keep personal information within national borders. Additionally, the company provides Single-Tenant solutions that offer dedicated hosting, ensuring isolation from other network traffic. InCountry serves a diverse range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, and payments, facilitating easy integration for multinationals to comply with local regulations and manage citizens' data effectively.

Distru

Seed Round in 2019
Distru, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an inventory management application tailored specifically for the cannabis industry. Founded in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, Distru's platform provides comprehensive solutions for manufacturers, brands, distributors, vertical retailers, and cultivators, addressing critical supply chain challenges. The application encompasses features such as inventory and order management, customer relationship management, product assembly, and task management. Additionally, it offers multi-warehousing capabilities, real-time dashboards, and reporting tools, as well as integrations with government track and trace systems. By enabling seamless connections with other software platforms, Distru aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of cannabis operations across the supply chain.

InCountry

Seed Round in 2019
InCountry, Inc. is a data residency storage solutions provider that focuses on ensuring global data compliance for international businesses. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company operates in 65 countries, offering a data residency-as-a-service platform that securely stores and processes profile data within its country of origin. InCountry's offerings include a REST API and SDK for executing data logic through micro containers and serverless functions, as well as InCountry Border, which helps keep personal information within national borders. Additionally, the company provides Single-Tenant solutions that offer dedicated hosting, ensuring isolation from other network traffic. InCountry serves a diverse range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, and payments, facilitating easy integration for multinationals to comply with local regulations and manage citizens' data effectively.

Guideline

Series C in 2018
Guideline is a retirement plan technology company that automates the administration and compliance of employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. It provides an online platform that covers plan design and setup, enrollment and education, administration and recordkeeping, compliance and reporting, and investment management, integrating participants' financial information to offer ongoing recommendations. The platform handles payroll integration and streamlined workflow for small and growing businesses, with transparent pricing based on a flat fee per participant rather than asset-based charges. Founded in 2015, Guideline is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Portland, Maine.

Guideline

Series B in 2017
Guideline is a retirement plan technology company that automates the administration and compliance of employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. It provides an online platform that covers plan design and setup, enrollment and education, administration and recordkeeping, compliance and reporting, and investment management, integrating participants' financial information to offer ongoing recommendations. The platform handles payroll integration and streamlined workflow for small and growing businesses, with transparent pricing based on a flat fee per participant rather than asset-based charges. Founded in 2015, Guideline is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Portland, Maine.

Hearsay Systems

Series A in 2011
Hearsay Systems, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in digital communication solutions for the financial services industry. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in cities such as New York and London, the company develops a client engagement platform aimed at assisting financial advisors in enhancing their business relationships. Hearsay's offerings include Hearsay Social, which automates social selling; Hearsay Sites for local website management; Hearsay Relate for SMS supervision; and the Hearsay Platform that connects various advisor engagement tools. The platform processes and prioritizes data from multiple digital channels, providing actionable insights that guide advisors in client interactions. Hearsay Systems serves a diverse range of sectors, including asset management, insurance, and wealth management, and also offers training, support, and compliance advisory services to its clients.
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