FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, primarily focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups across various sectors, including B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, software as a service, and virtual reality. FJ Labs typically invests in seed and Series A rounds, with investment amounts ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000.

Matias Barbero

Investor

William Guillouard

Venture Partner

Arne Halleraker

Principal

Christopher Keshian

Investor

Past deals in Canada

Spexi

Seed Round in 2022
Spexi is the first-of-its-kind FLY TO EARN network enabling drone pilots to earn rewards for flying and capturing aerial imagery at scale. Spexi also enables organizations to quickly and easily access high-resolution aerial imagery to better prepare for disasters, enable smart cities, remotely inspect infrastructure, monitor natural resources, and so much more without needing to own drones or hire pilots.

Properly

Series B in 2022
Properly is a Canadian tech-enabled real estate brokerage transforming the home buying and selling experience.Buy when you find the home you love, move on your timeline, then sell your old home from the comforts of your new one.

Delphia

Series A in 2022
Delphia Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven surveys that assist individuals in making informed decisions across various domains, including careers, education, finances, and health. Founded in 1993, the company emphasizes the importance of data in fostering capital formation and economic empowerment. Delphia creates products designed to incentivize the sharing of proprietary data, aiming to provide users with a competitive advantage in financial markets. By actively managing personal data, Delphia seeks to unlock innovative avenues for wealth creation for both individual and institutional investors.

Neo Financial

Series C in 2022
Neo Financial is a FinTech company that offers an array of banking and financial services designed for efficient money management. It provides a secure platform for spending, saving, and earning rewards. Neo's credit card, issued by ATB Financial, operates on the Mastercard network, allowing users to make purchases easily. Additionally, the Neo Savings account, backed by Concentra Bank, offers competitive interest rates and is protected by deposit insurance. The company focuses on delivering a seamless experience with no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements, enabling users to manage their finances with greater flexibility and security.

Blidz

Seed Round in 2022
Blidz is an AI-based shopping platform that offers a wide range of multi-category products.

Ledn

Series B in 2021
Ledn builds financial products with a mission to help more people save in digital assets. Ledn’s suite of products consists of Borrow - A bitcoin-backed loan which allows customers to access dollars without selling their bitcoin, B2X - Allowing clients to instantly double their bitcoin holdings through the use of a Ledn loan and Save - A bitcoin and USDC savings account that pays interest on bitcoin or USDC with no minimums. For more information visit ledn.io.

Clutch

Series B in 2021
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.

Properly

Series B in 2021
Properly is a Canadian tech-enabled real estate brokerage transforming the home buying and selling experience.Buy when you find the home you love, move on your timeline, then sell your old home from the comforts of your new one.

TOOLBX

Series A in 2021
TOOLBX Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in providing a digital platform for builders, contractors, and renovators to streamline the procurement of construction materials. Established in 2016, TOOLBX offers an extensive marketplace that features a wide range of building products, allowing users to place customized orders with various suppliers. The platform enhances efficiency and productivity by facilitating jobsite and crew management services, as well as providing options for delivery and unloading of materials. By adapting to the evolving construction landscape, TOOLBX aims to meet the needs of contractors and suppliers, ensuring that teams have timely access to the materials required for their projects.

Clutch

Series A in 2021
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.

Draft

Seed Round in 2021
Draft is a company that utilizes blockchain technology to create a job marketplace platform. In addition to its innovative approach to job recruitment, Draft also offers a range of marketing services, including content marketing, social media content, search engine optimization (SEO), and content writing. By combining cutting-edge technology with comprehensive marketing solutions, Draft aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of connecting job seekers with potential employers while helping businesses improve their online presence.

Neo Financial

Series A in 2020
Neo Financial is a FinTech company that offers an array of banking and financial services designed for efficient money management. It provides a secure platform for spending, saving, and earning rewards. Neo's credit card, issued by ATB Financial, operates on the Mastercard network, allowing users to make purchases easily. Additionally, the Neo Savings account, backed by Concentra Bank, offers competitive interest rates and is protected by deposit insurance. The company focuses on delivering a seamless experience with no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements, enabling users to manage their finances with greater flexibility and security.

LoginID

Seed Round in 2020
LoginID is a cybersecurity company that adds biometrics security features to websites, applications, and eCommerce platforms. The company aims to be the global leader in protecting user identity, providing users secure control over personal information through a compliant decentralized network. LoginID’s solution solves these privacy and compliance issues with three key pillars: Strong Customer Authentication, Data Privacy, and Tokenization of PII. LoginID provides a wide range of APIs and SDKs which give enterprises the ability to integrate FIDO-certified authentication in as little as 15 minutes. With LoginID, companies can integrate and scale strong authentication at low costs, while ensuring compliance with PSD2 and GDPR regulations.

Tiggy

Seed Round in 2020
Tiggy is a grocery delivery platform that aims to transform how consumers purchase everyday essentials. Based in Vancouver, the company provides a wide range of products, including groceries, personal care items, pet supplies, and fresh produce. Tiggy distinguishes itself by offering free delivery without hidden costs or subscription fees, allowing customers to avoid long queues and the hassle of carrying heavy bags. The platform is designed to enhance convenience and streamline the shopping experience for its users.

Busbud

Series C in 2020
Busbud is a mobile app and platform that connects passengers to bus operators. It enables its users to search, compare, and book city-to-city bus tickets for any location and from any location. It is a comprehensive source of city-to-city bus schedules and tickets around the world, gathering schedules for over 10463 cities in 89 countries, in 10 languages, and 15 currencies. The app offers a search tool allowing travelers to discover and plan their next bus trip. Busbud was founded by Michael Gradek, LP Maurice, and Frederic Thouin in October 2011. It is headquartered in Montreal City in Québec, Canada.

TOOLBX

Seed Round in 2020
TOOLBX Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in providing a digital platform for builders, contractors, and renovators to streamline the procurement of construction materials. Established in 2016, TOOLBX offers an extensive marketplace that features a wide range of building products, allowing users to place customized orders with various suppliers. The platform enhances efficiency and productivity by facilitating jobsite and crew management services, as well as providing options for delivery and unloading of materials. By adapting to the evolving construction landscape, TOOLBX aims to meet the needs of contractors and suppliers, ensuring that teams have timely access to the materials required for their projects.

Thriver

Series B in 2020
Thriver is a food and culture platform that enables workplace culture programs that engage employees. The platform also enables the company to create new workplace programs around wellness, education, and teambuilding, as well as double down on research and development, and marketing functions. They fuel workplaces with an enterprise platform that curates food and experiences, tracks related spending, and gathers valuable employee feedback. Thriver was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Clutch

Seed Round in 2020
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.

Draft

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Draft is a company that utilizes blockchain technology to create a job marketplace platform. In addition to its innovative approach to job recruitment, Draft also offers a range of marketing services, including content marketing, social media content, search engine optimization (SEO), and content writing. By combining cutting-edge technology with comprehensive marketing solutions, Draft aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of connecting job seekers with potential employers while helping businesses improve their online presence.

Plooto

Seed Round in 2020
Plooto is a payment management platform for small and medium-sized businesses that want to automate and streamlines their payments. Plooto enables businesses to send payments to anyone with an active bank account within 2-3 business days and transactions are automatically reconciled with leading accounting software. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Tread

Series A in 2019
Tread, Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a platform for managing construction equipment services. The platform facilitates interaction among contractors, brokers, and operators, simulating a unified fleet experience. By leveraging data analytics, Tread enables construction companies to hire equipment-operating subcontractors effectively. Its software provides real-time recording and measurement of equipment usage, allowing clients to identify opportunities for cost savings and optimize operational efficiency in construction projects.

Properly

Series A in 2019
Properly is a Canadian tech-enabled real estate brokerage transforming the home buying and selling experience.Buy when you find the home you love, move on your timeline, then sell your old home from the comforts of your new one.

FlipGive

Series A in 2019
FlipGive is a team funding platform that aims to transform how youth sports teams raise money. It enables teams to manage their funds effectively while offering a cash-back system for everyday purchases, including groceries, gas, clothing, equipment, dining, and travel. By allowing members to pool their spending, FlipGive creates a streamlined way for sports teams to earn cash from their routine shopping. The platform also facilitates donation collection, making fundraising more accessible and efficient. With a focus on the North American youth sports market, FlipGive connects over 700 merchant partners directly with teams, thereby enhancing customer acquisition and loyalty for brands while supporting the financial needs of sports organizations.

CareGuide

Venture Round in 2019
CareGuide is a family of online services and our mission is simple: pair families and individuals with great care providers. With thousands of user profiles, you'll be able to find the best care provider for you, in your area, in just about any industry.

Vital Bio

Seed Round in 2019
Vital Bio is focused on transforming lab testing to make healthcare more accessible and personalized. The company develops advanced diagnostic technologies that connect diagnosis and treatment through a comprehensive ecosystem of devices, software, and services. By empowering patients to monitor their health and manage diseases, Vital Bio aims to enhance the overall healthcare experience. Their approach seeks to reduce disparities in healthcare outcomes and redistribute control to patients while equipping healthcare providers with the tools necessary to achieve better results.

Clearco

Series A in 2018
Clearco is an online financial platform that specializes in providing growth capital to e-commerce and B2B companies. It leverages proprietary software and data science models to identify funding opportunities for high-growth businesses. Clearco offers financing in exchange for a share of future revenue, allowing startups to access capital without diluting their equity. This model enables entrepreneurs to focus on scaling their operations while repaying the funding based on their revenue performance.

TOOLBX

Seed Round in 2018
TOOLBX Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in providing a digital platform for builders, contractors, and renovators to streamline the procurement of construction materials. Established in 2016, TOOLBX offers an extensive marketplace that features a wide range of building products, allowing users to place customized orders with various suppliers. The platform enhances efficiency and productivity by facilitating jobsite and crew management services, as well as providing options for delivery and unloading of materials. By adapting to the evolving construction landscape, TOOLBX aims to meet the needs of contractors and suppliers, ensuring that teams have timely access to the materials required for their projects.

Black Limba

Seed Round in 2018
Black Limba is an online retail platform specializing in fashionable women's apparel, particularly lingerie and underwear. The company offers a diverse range of products, including bralettes, bras, panties, sportswear, and bathroom wear, along with specialized items such as lace lingerie, lingerie sets for pregnant women, and various styles of sports bras and swimsuits. Black Limba aims to provide women with accessories that combine sensuality, design, and comfort, catering to different preferences and needs.

KitchenMate

Seed Round in 2018
KitchenMate is a provider of premium food vending and micro-market services, catering to offices, commercial buildings, schools, and hospitals in Toronto. The company aims to enhance on-site food services by offering fresh food options tailored for modern workplaces. KitchenMate's offerings include a smart fridge and cooker system, recyclable meal packaging, and in-app loyalty programs. Additionally, the company allows staff members to prepare meals for employees, facilitating easy access to shared dining experiences.

Inkbox

Series A in 2018
Brothers Tyler and Braden Handley were discussing their shared interest in getting tattoos. The problem was they both knew they’d end up regretting them in the next 10 years. They recognized that they probably weren’t the only ones frustrating by the permanence of tattoos, and decided to create a completely new type of tattoo that had the look and feel of a real one - without the permanent time stamp. From there Inkbox was born, and what started as an idea between brothers quickly turned into a growing tribe of dedicated followers.

KNØX

Seed Round in 2018
Backed by leading institutional and venture partners, KNØX provides digital asset custody with comprehensive insurance coverage for the full value of holdings. KNØX blends simplicity with uncompromising security to help institution meet their fiduciary obligations. All clients have access to KNØX’s secure end-to-end system using a dedicated terminal to manage assets. The insurance protection for client assets is subject to the full terms and conditions of the policy.

CareGuide

Series A in 2018
CareGuide is a family of online services and our mission is simple: pair families and individuals with great care providers. With thousands of user profiles, you'll be able to find the best care provider for you, in your area, in just about any industry.

Plastiq

Series B in 2018
Plastiq Inc. is an online payment service that allows users to make payments via credit and debit cards, irrespective of whether the recipient typically accepts card payments. The company processes these card payments and transfers the funds in a format that recipients can accept, such as electronic bank transfers or checks. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Plastiq serves a wide range of customers, including businesses and individuals in the United States and Canada, enabling them to pay for various expenses like tuition, taxes, rent, utilities, and insurance. The platform facilitates flexible payment options, allowing users to earn credit card rewards and utilize cash more effectively. Plastiq aims to streamline payment processes and has expanded its services to over 150 countries.

Properly

Seed Round in 2018
Properly is a Canadian tech-enabled real estate brokerage transforming the home buying and selling experience.Buy when you find the home you love, move on your timeline, then sell your old home from the comforts of your new one.

Busbud

Series B in 2018
Busbud is a mobile app and platform that connects passengers to bus operators. It enables its users to search, compare, and book city-to-city bus tickets for any location and from any location. It is a comprehensive source of city-to-city bus schedules and tickets around the world, gathering schedules for over 10463 cities in 89 countries, in 10 languages, and 15 currencies. The app offers a search tool allowing travelers to discover and plan their next bus trip. Busbud was founded by Michael Gradek, LP Maurice, and Frederic Thouin in October 2011. It is headquartered in Montreal City in Québec, Canada.

KitchenMate

Seed Round in 2018
KitchenMate is a provider of premium food vending and micro-market services, catering to offices, commercial buildings, schools, and hospitals in Toronto. The company aims to enhance on-site food services by offering fresh food options tailored for modern workplaces. KitchenMate's offerings include a smart fridge and cooker system, recyclable meal packaging, and in-app loyalty programs. Additionally, the company allows staff members to prepare meals for employees, facilitating easy access to shared dining experiences.

Tread

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Tread, Inc. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing a platform for managing construction equipment services. The platform facilitates interaction among contractors, brokers, and operators, simulating a unified fleet experience. By leveraging data analytics, Tread enables construction companies to hire equipment-operating subcontractors effectively. Its software provides real-time recording and measurement of equipment usage, allowing clients to identify opportunities for cost savings and optimize operational efficiency in construction projects.

Commure

Venture Round in 2018
Commure is the first operating system designed for healthcare. By unifying disparate datasets, surfacing meaningful insights, accelerating performance through a suite of intuitive applications, and enabling seamless innovation across the industry, we empower every person in the health ecosystem to deliver exceptional care. Commure is partnering with health systems, digital innovators, and payors alike to build a vibrant health ecosystem together, enabling clinicians and staff across care facilities to advance care through collaboration..

Inkbox

Seed Round in 2017
Brothers Tyler and Braden Handley were discussing their shared interest in getting tattoos. The problem was they both knew they’d end up regretting them in the next 10 years. They recognized that they probably weren’t the only ones frustrating by the permanence of tattoos, and decided to create a completely new type of tattoo that had the look and feel of a real one - without the permanent time stamp. From there Inkbox was born, and what started as an idea between brothers quickly turned into a growing tribe of dedicated followers.

Commure

Seed Round in 2017
Commure is the first operating system designed for healthcare. By unifying disparate datasets, surfacing meaningful insights, accelerating performance through a suite of intuitive applications, and enabling seamless innovation across the industry, we empower every person in the health ecosystem to deliver exceptional care. Commure is partnering with health systems, digital innovators, and payors alike to build a vibrant health ecosystem together, enabling clinicians and staff across care facilities to advance care through collaboration..

Plastiq

Series B in 2017
Plastiq Inc. is an online payment service that allows users to make payments via credit and debit cards, irrespective of whether the recipient typically accepts card payments. The company processes these card payments and transfers the funds in a format that recipients can accept, such as electronic bank transfers or checks. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Plastiq serves a wide range of customers, including businesses and individuals in the United States and Canada, enabling them to pay for various expenses like tuition, taxes, rent, utilities, and insurance. The platform facilitates flexible payment options, allowing users to earn credit card rewards and utilize cash more effectively. Plastiq aims to streamline payment processes and has expanded its services to over 150 countries.

Cibeles Comfort Cars

Venture Round in 2017
Cibeles Comfort Cars offers all types of transport activities for people with and without drivers.

Mavencare

Series A in 2017
Mavencare Inc. is a home care services provider based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in Calgary, Ottawa, and Edmonton. The company offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support seniors in aging at home, including companionship, housekeeping, meal preparation, personal care, specialized nursing care, and support for conditions such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, and Parkinson’s. Founded by individuals who faced challenges in securing quality home care for their own grandparents, Mavencare aims to address the needs of the nearly 90 percent of seniors who wish to remain in their homes as they age. The company leverages technology to enhance caregiver vetting, match clients with appropriate caregivers, and facilitate communication among families and care providers, ensuring that seniors feel connected and well-cared for. By utilizing data and machine learning, Mavencare seeks to identify potential risks and improve the overall quality of home care.

Bus.com

Series A in 2017
Bus.com is a bus rental platform that simplifies the planning and booking of group transportation online. Founded by travel industry veterans and based in Montreal, Quebec, the company provides an easy-to-use web application for organizing and managing bus trips. Its services include online rental, ticketing, and GPS tracking, allowing passengers to stay informed about their bus's arrival times. Bus.com is particularly focused on facilitating charter bus trips for various events, such as festivals and sporting occasions, thereby enhancing the overall travel experience for users.

SkipTheDishes

Seed Round in 2016
SkipTheDishes is a North American technology company seamlessly connecting people to local restaurants and food couriers, making great food more accessible. Through the SkipTheDishes network, restaurants gain more business, food couriers earn extra income on their own schedule, and busy customers are able to gain time by ordering from hundreds of local restaurants and national chains that never offered delivery before. From the founding of our network in 2012 to our expansion to 20 cities, SkipTheDishes is advancing the future of food delivery.

Virool

Series A in 2016
Virool, Inc. operates a native video advertising platform that caters to brand marketers and publishers. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company provides tools for brands to host videos, design campaigns, target audiences, and analyze performance online. For publishers, Virool offers a supply-side platform optimized for video content, enhancing revenue through customizable layouts and designs. Advertisers benefit from programmatic video distribution, emotional insights, and real-time analytics, allowing for effective brand engagement. The platform has been utilized by over 30,000 global advertisers, including major brands like Coca-Cola and Disney, and has partnered with more than 100,000 online and mobile publisher properties. Virool has raised significant funding from prominent investors and has established a strong presence in the digital advertising space.

Stripe

Series C in 2015
Stripe, Inc. is a global technology company that provides application programming interfaces (APIs) and tools designed to facilitate online payment processing for businesses. Its comprehensive platform includes solutions for payments, subscriptions, fraud detection, and data analytics, among others. Stripe's offerings, such as Stripe Connect for routing payments, Stripe Radar for fraud prevention, and Stripe Checkout for seamless transaction processes, cater to a diverse clientele ranging from startups to established enterprises. The company also addresses financing challenges faced by online businesses through Stripe Capital, which offers fast and flexible funding options. With operations in multiple countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, Stripe aims to simplify financial infrastructure and support the growth of internet-based businesses, thereby contributing to the overall economic landscape of the digital economy. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Stripe has established partnerships with leading technology firms to enhance its service capabilities.

Eloquii

Series A in 2014
ELOQUII offers an online plus size clothing store featuring women's plus size fashion, clothes, and accessories. The company designs trend-leading, fast fashion apparel in sizes 14-28 under its own brand. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York and Columbus, Ohio.

DoubleDutch

Seed Round in 2008
DoubleDutch, Inc. specializes in developing event management software for a global clientele. The company offers a live engagement platform that includes various applications, integrations, and performance metrics, allowing event organizers and marketers to enhance live event experiences and leverage engagement data to improve business outcomes. Their solutions encompass an online event registration system that facilitates the creation of custom registration pages, collection of attendee information and payments, and management of pre-event activities. DoubleDutch caters to a diverse range of clients, from large brands to local associations, supporting both external events and internal meetings, including tradeshows, conferences, and corporate gatherings. Founded in 2010, DoubleDutch is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with additional offices across the United States and in international locations such as Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia, India, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates. As of June 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc.
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