Paro operates a platform that connects businesses with freelance finance professionals, including bookkeepers, accountants, financial analysts, and CFOs, who offer remote, on-demand support. The company's services encompass various financial tasks, such as month-end accounting, tax preparation, expense classification, and payroll, as well as financial analysis services like budget forecasting, financial modeling, and KPI tracking. Additionally, Paro provides fractional CFO services that include cash flow management, market research, fundraising strategies, and strategic planning. Founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Paro aims to redefine the employment model in the finance sector by leveraging technology to match clients with highly vetted professionals who can meet their specific financial needs on an hourly basis.
Proper Technologies, Inc. provides automated accounting and bookkeeping services specifically tailored for the property industry. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance its offerings. Proper's solutions are designed to assist property managers, property owners, and asset managers in expanding their portfolios while streamlining financial operations. By employing advanced technology and insights from experienced financial specialists, Proper enables clients to minimize the time accountants spend on routine tasks, allowing them to focus on strategic growth and operational efficiency.
At Caju we are creating a benefits platform for the teams of the future. Starting with benefits used every day by most employees, we want teams to use products and services they like and that are fair to merchants and partners. We'll launch soon!
Properly Inc. is a residential real estate company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company offers a streamlined solution for homeowners looking to sell their properties, utilizing technology and local market expertise to simplify the process. Properly provides fair-market offers and allows sellers to close on their own timeline, alleviating common stressors associated with home sales, such as extended showings, repairs, and the risk of buyers backing out. Through its online platform, Properly facilitates the buying and selling of residential properties, aiming to create a more efficient and user-friendly experience for families navigating the real estate market.
Fonoa specializes in tax automation and compliance software for various sectors, including marketplaces, digital content platforms, ride-sharing, food delivery, and SaaS. The company offers a technology platform that integrates business model specifics with tax compliance requirements, allowing clients to minimize manual workloads and operational costs while ensuring adherence to tax regulations as they expand globally. Fonoa's product suite includes features for verifying customer Tax IDs, accurately determining indirect tax rates, generating locally compliant invoices, and facilitating real-time reporting to tax authorities. By employing an API-first approach, Fonoa's modular solutions operate efficiently, requiring minimal user intervention, thus simplifying the management of tax obligations for businesses.
Laserhub GmbH is a prominent provider of sheet metal parts, specializing in the production and distribution of various metal components. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the company offers a wide range of services, including laser cutting, bending, and folding of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper. Additionally, Laserhub provides deburring, thread cutting, powder coating, and laser engraving services. It operates as a leading procurement platform for industrial metal parts in Germany, Austria, and France, facilitating efficient sourcing for businesses in these regions.
Whistic, Inc. operates a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that assists organizations in evaluating and managing the IT security risks associated with their SaaS vendors. Founded in 2015 and based in Pleasant Grove, Utah, Whistic allows customers to conduct and respond to vendor security reviews efficiently. The platform addresses the increasing scrutiny that software vendors face regarding information security and compliance by automating and streamlining security assessments. This enables information security and compliance teams to better understand the security posture of potential vendors while empowering sales teams to standardize responses to security questionnaires. Whistic's solution also facilitates the identification, assessment, and tracking of a vendor's lifecycle, providing a centralized repository for security and compliance documentation to help clients mitigate vendor-related risks.
Spotawheel is a technology-driven dealership specializing in used cars, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Nea Ionia, Greece. The company operates primarily in Greece and Poland, focusing on providing customers with a trustworthy platform for purchasing certified pre-owned vehicles. Spotawheel aims to enhance customer confidence by ensuring that only high-quality cars are available for sale. By leveraging technology, the company seeks to streamline the buying process and improve the overall experience for consumers in the used car market.
BlueOcean: the company providing million-dollar brand audits in seven days for $17K. We make it easy for executives and marketers to make dynamic decisions with on-demand auditing and market intelligence. By harnessing algorithms, we speed up the time it takes to get brand insight and strategy recommendations that drive business outcomes at a fraction of the cost.
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace that allows travelers to discover and book last-minute tours, activities, and local experiences. The company's application, available on iOS and Android devices, enables users to secure tickets for a variety of experiences, including food tours, walking tours, cruises, and adventure activities such as kayaking and skydiving. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Dubai, Headout focuses on providing travelers with access to local events and attractions in a seamless manner, allowing bookings to be completed in just a few taps.
Route elevates the online customer journey by providing a simple way to protect and track all of the user's orders. Route App automatically connects to everything ordered from all retailers while allowing the user to visually track its packages, anytime, anywhere.
LAIKA is like a dog with two tails right now. Its platform for pet products and services has been growing in recent months and it’s drawn the necessary investment to keep up its momentum. LAIKA built a digital platform where users don’t have to go anywhere else to meet said needs. With two main sections; products and services. In the products section, we have more than 4,000 references (among which you can find most of the brands of food, snacks, medicines, accessories and others). In the services section, we have more than 17 services, all the healthcare, beauty and entertainment services. All of the above delivered straight to your home and with the flexibility of choosing the date and time on and at which you wish to receive the order, including same-day deliveries for the main cities and accepting all payment methods, both online and cash on delivery.
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.
Platzi Inc. operates an online education platform that offers live and recorded classes focusing on design, marketing, and programming. The platform provides professional courses in areas such as web development, online marketing, interface design, and server administration. With a completion rate of 70%, Platzi serves over 80,000 students globally, emphasizing real-time collaboration between learners and industry experts. The courses are designed to help students acquire in-demand skills relevant to the tech industry, utilizing video and interactive lessons in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. Founded in 2010 and originally named Mejorando.la, the company rebranded to Platzi Inc. in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. The platform not only facilitates project file sharing and note exchange among classmates but also offers technical support to enhance the learning experience.
Reibus operates an independent online B2B marketplace focused on the buying and selling of prime and excess materials for industrial markets. The platform aims to enhance price performance, streamline time to market, and broaden market reach while lowering sales and marketing costs compared to traditional methods. For sellers, Reibus provides a means to efficiently list their materials, while buyers benefit from increased selection, market transparency, and a simplified procurement process. A key feature of the marketplace is its proprietary search tool, which facilitates a more efficient and user-friendly experience for both parties, expediting what is typically a cumbersome sourcing process.
Packhelp sp. z o.o. is a packaging manufacturer based in Warsaw, Poland, founded in 2015. The company specializes in designing and producing custom-branded packaging products, including mailer and shipping boxes made from corrugated cardboard, as well as smaller boxes for items like cosmetics and jewelry. Packhelp provides an online platform that allows users to create and order their own packaging designs through a web application. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including online stores, physical retailers, agencies, and various enterprises, addressing their specific packaging needs with options for production, engineering, prototyping, and supply chain optimization.
Clutch Canada Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the sale of used cars, allowing customers to search, experience, finance, and purchase vehicles from the comfort of their homes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bedford, Canada, the company serves regions including Nova Scotia, Halifax, Toronto, and Dartmouth. Clutch distinguishes itself by providing detailed listings that feature images of vehicle condition, comprehensive CarFax reports, and 360-degree views of both the interior and exterior. The company emphasizes transparency by having no hidden fees and offers a seven-day money-back guarantee on all purchases. Additionally, Clutch provides services such as test drives, mechanical inspections, and direct delivery to enhance the customer experience.
Genially Web S.L. operates a web portal for creating presentations. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Cordoba, Spain.
June is a network of fully furnished bedrooms in prime spots available on flexible month-to-month terms in major American cities.
Sendoso, the leading Sending Platform, helps companies stand out by giving them new ways to engage with customers throughout the buyer’s journey. By integrating digital and physical sending strategies, companies can increase the effectiveness of their existing go-to-market programs and improve their relationships with customers. Trusted by over 500 companies, Sendoso is an essential part of successful demand generation, account-based, and customer experience programs. Founded in 2016, Sendoso is backed by $54M in venture funding and has a global footprint, with a presence in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Learn more at sendoso.com.
GAIA operates a prominent e-commerce platform for furniture in Mexico, providing a diverse selection of high-quality products that includes sofas, chairs, drawers, dressers, bureaus, tables, desks, rugs, lamps, textiles, paintings, and various accessories. The company showcases a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, artisan, industrial, and retro, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences. By offering well-crafted home furnishing products at affordable prices, GAIA aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers seeking to furnish their spaces.
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace that allows travelers to discover and book last-minute tours, activities, and local experiences. The company's application, available on iOS and Android devices, enables users to secure tickets for a variety of experiences, including food tours, walking tours, cruises, and adventure activities such as kayaking and skydiving. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Dubai, Headout focuses on providing travelers with access to local events and attractions in a seamless manner, allowing bookings to be completed in just a few taps.
InstaCarro is an online platform that enables individuals to buy and sell cars. The company aims to add value both to individuals who want to sell their cars and to resellers.
For individuals who want to sell, InstaCarro delivers the convenience of online quotes, higher than average prices and immediate payment after inspection. For buyers, it offers online access to the large inventory of cars previously inspected and guarantees immediate return if a car purchased is in different conditions than reported.
It was launched by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici in July 2015 and is operated from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Morty is on a mission to revolutionize the outdated mortgage industry by letting people shop, compare, and close on any mortgage from any lender, completely online. Purchasing a home is the largest, most important financial transaction of most people’s lives. They believe getting a mortgage should be just as simple, modern, and transparent as buying anything else online. We’re building the first-ever, fully digital marketplace to make this possible - like Kayak, but for mortgages.
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Fresha is a SaaS-enabled marketplace platform for beauty and wellness industry. The platform takes the hassle out of running a business by managing appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records, human resources, inventory, and financial reporting. The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for merchants by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and integrations to Instagram, Facebook and Google.
OpenSooq.com Limited operates as an online classifieds that offers its users the ability to buy and sell products and services online through online classifieds postings. It provides the users to post free classified advertisements and also to browse advertised goods, products, and services using searches and filters to find deals and discounts. The company is headquartered in Amman, Jordan.
Industry leading NPS, Shopper.com.br is the best replenishment system for Brazilian consumers. "Reducing our loss of time and money with repetitive activities" Shopper.com.br is a startup whose mission is to build a more efficient world, where essential products arrive at people's homes as easily as water arrives at the tap. Our view of "efficiency" is complete: we look at both the waste of resources along the production and distribution chain of products and services (which generate unnecessarily high prices for the final consumer), and the waste of resources and time that end consumers spend to find, buy and enjoy these products and services. Our mission is to build a more efficient world in this direction. A world where people lose less money and time with monotonous, routine, everyday, unnecessary activities. We want to build such a world using innovative technology and business models, always with highly qualified and committed people on the team. Our first challenge is to improve the efficiency of the distribution chain and supply of essential consumer products: cleaning products, personal hygiene and non-perishable food. We do this through our online platform for monthly sales and deliveries of grocery products. Our recurrence model allows us to have no inventory and have high predictability of demand, generating efficiency, which is passed on to consumers in the form of lower prices (~10% cheaper).
Dott is a micro-mobility company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in shared e-scooters and e-bikes for short-distance travel. Founded in 2018, Dott aims to provide convenient and sustainable transportation alternatives within urban environments. The company has assembled a team of experienced professionals from the mobility and technology sectors in Europe. Recently, Dott secured an initial investment of €20 million to support its growth and expansion efforts.
Gorgias Inc. is an e-commerce platform established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, that specializes in enhancing customer service for brands. The company offers a multi-channel helpdesk that integrates with e-commerce merchants, enabling them to manage customer support from a centralized location. Gorgias connects various business applications and communication channels, providing support agents with a comprehensive view of customer interactions. Additionally, it utilizes machine learning to automate responses to common customer inquiries, thereby maximizing productivity and efficiency in customer service operations.
Mr Jeff Labs, S.L., founded in 2015 by Eloi Gómez, Adrián Lorenzo, and Rubén Muñoz in Valencia, Spain, offers a mobile application that initially focused on home laundry and dry-cleaning services. The company has since expanded its offerings to include a variety of everyday services such as hairdressing, beauty treatments, fitness, and massages, establishing itself as an international omnichannel ecosystem for day-to-day needs. Mr Jeff also provides opportunities for individuals to invest in or start their own businesses under the Jeff brand, facilitating entrepreneurship in the service sector.
Loadsmart, Inc. operates an online platform designed to streamline the logistics process for shippers and carriers. Founded in 2014 by Felipe Capella and Ricardo Salgado, the company is headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Chicago. The platform offers users the ability to obtain real-time, bookable rates, facilitating efficient interactions between shippers and carriers. It allows shippers to quickly move freight and helps carriers optimize their capacity by keeping trucks full. Loadsmart's service includes features for obtaining quotes, booking trucks, and tracking freight from pickup to delivery, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of the shipping process.
Nuvemshop provides entrepreneurs and SMBs with the tools to set up, manage, and promote their online business easily from any device. With the suite of tools around payments, shipping, inventory management, and marketing provided by the company, owners are enabled to participate in the e-commerce market, ramp up their sales, reduce costs, and provide their end customers with a shopping experience. In 2011, co-founders Alejandro Alfonso, Santiago Sosa, Jose Abuchaem, Martin Palombo, and Alejandro Vazquez established Nuvemshop in 2011.
Papa is a platform that connects college students to senior citizens for companionship and assistance. Its platform connects college and nursing students to older adults who need assistance with transportation, house chores, technology lessons, and other services that enable older adults to stay independent while living securely and happily at home.
Papa was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
BrandTotal Ltd operates a marketing intelligence platform focused on enhancing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns by addressing the challenges of dark marketing. Founded in 2016 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company provides insights into competitive strategies and performances, allowing businesses to measure key performance indicators effectively. By leveraging cyber security, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, BrandTotal's platform enables users to reverse-engineer competitors' marketing strategies, thereby gaining a competitive edge. It collects and consolidates data from various digital channels, offering real-time visibility into brands' marketing activities. This comprehensive approach allows marketing teams to identify threats and opportunities within the digital landscape, enabling them to adjust strategies promptly and make informed decisions.
Drizly is an e-commerce alcohol marketplace and the best way to shop beer, wine, and spirits. With the speed and convenience of on-demand delivery and shipping, Drizly partners with retailers in 235 markets to offer consumers of legal drinking age unrivaled selection and a transparent, personalized shopping experience. Backed by world-class institutional investors, Drizly partners with retailers to bring their shelves online, helping them to reach new customers, tap into key market and customer insights, and diversify their business to grow sales.
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.
Scalefast is a digital commerce solution that simplifies and streamlines e-Commerce for inspirational brands. The company uses a powerful combination of Artificial Intelligence and e-Commerce expertise. It provides the infrastructure and full-service business operations necessary to scale quickly and increase revenue, with everything needed under one roof.
Scalefast takes the complexity out of digital commerce for brands in the entertainment, consumer goods, and fashion industries.
It is based in Los Angeles, with offices in Paris and Madrid, and was founded in 2014.
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company specializes in sale-leaseback programs, allowing homeowners in the United States to access their home equity without needing to move. Its primary offerings include the Sell and Stay program, which enables homeowners to receive cash for the value of their home while retaining the option to buy it back or move at their convenience, and MoveAbility, designed for those planning a near-term relocation. Through these programs, EasyKnock aims to provide homeowners with financial flexibility and support in managing their housing needs.
Aprila Bank ASA is a commercial banking institution based in Oslo, Norway, specializing in providing financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and retail customers. Founded in 2018, the bank focuses on developing digital and automated financing solutions, including Aprila Invoice Sales, which allows for the immediate sale of invoices and is integrated with cloud-based accounting systems. With its API-based technology platform, Aprila connects with approximately 130,000 SMEs through partnerships with prominent ERP and accounting software providers, facilitating seamless financial transactions and improving access to funding for businesses in the Norwegian market.
RoadRunner Recycling, Inc. is a Pennsylvania-based company that specializes in recycling and waste management services for businesses. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including cardboard and paper recycling, mixed recycling, waste management, composting, dumpster rental, and one-time pickups. Utilizing technology-driven solutions, RoadRunner Recycling aims to enhance the efficiency of waste and recycling processes for commercial clients, helping them reduce costs and improve their environmental impact. By implementing innovative logistics strategies, the company is able to significantly lower fuel expenses and carbon emissions while maximizing the value extracted from recyclable materials. This approach not only leads to substantial cost savings for businesses but also promotes better environmental practices.
June is a network of fully furnished bedrooms in prime spots available on flexible month-to-month terms in major American cities.
Eden Technologies, Inc. is a workplace management platform based in San Francisco, California, that offers a comprehensive solution for managing office environments across the United States. Founded in 2001, the platform supports a wide range of functions, including administrative services, catering, cleaning, corporate events, and IT support. Eden's software allows companies to efficiently register visitors, track employee requests, book meeting rooms, and manage maintenance tasks. Additionally, the platform has introduced features to assist teams in safely returning to the office during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eden aims to enhance workplace experiences by providing an all-in-one solution for various operational needs.
Jobandtalent is an on-demand staffing marketplace that aims to make the labour market much more liquid and transparent, helping companies to hire in a more flexible way and with the mission of being part of the reduction of the unemployment in the world. We at the labour market has evolved from a very structured state into an extremely flexible one. Companies are demanding flexibility which has resulted in the growth of liquidity in the market. However, the flexible state of the labour market is also leaving the workers in a vulnerable and unprotected employment situation. We at Jobandtalent have created a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) platform in order to make this labour flexibility beneficial for both companies and workers alike.
Our offices are located in the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, and we have plans of further expansion to France and Italy by the end of the year.
Scratch Financial, operating under the brand Scratchpay, is the leading provider of accessible payment plans for veterinary care in the United States. Established in 2016 by Caleb Morse and John Keatley, the company is based in Los Angeles, California. Scratchpay collaborates with veterinary clinics to offer pet owners straightforward and pet-friendly financing options. The platform allows users to apply for and receive approval for payment plans in approximately 90 seconds, facilitating timely access to essential veterinary services. Scratchpay aims to enhance the affordability and transparency of veterinary care, ultimately ensuring that more pet owners can obtain the medical attention their animals require.
Revelo is a staffing and recruiting company that specializes in connecting innovative companies with skilled professionals, particularly in high-demand sectors such as technology, finance, design, online marketing, and management consulting. The company operates a digital recruiting platform that utilizes machine learning to curate profiles of above-average candidates, primarily from Brazil. This platform allows employers to efficiently source, screen, and recruit talent by matching job seekers with suitable roles. By focusing on remote work opportunities, Revelo enhances the recruitment process for both companies and job seekers, ensuring that businesses can find qualified candidates tailored to their specific needs.
AdHawk, now operating as Broadlume, is a leading provider of digital technology tailored specifically for the flooring industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company aggregates advertising data and integrates it with revenue metrics, offering organizations valuable insights into their sales performance. Broadlume encompasses several companies, including FloorForce, Creating Your Space, Bridgeway Interactive, and FlooringStores, collectively working to transform the purchasing and selling processes within the flooring market.
FretLink is a web-based platform established in 2015 and located in Paris, France, that connects shippers with transportation companies to enhance logistics efficiency. The platform serves as a marketplace where shippers can organize and track their freight while enabling carriers to report their available transport capacity and receive appropriate orders. By pooling shipments and utilizing backloads, FretLink optimizes transportation activities, offering advantages to all participants in the supply chain. The service provides greater visibility and facilitates smoother logistics processes, allowing industrial shippers to manage their operations more effectively.
Fresha is a SaaS-enabled marketplace platform for beauty and wellness industry. The platform takes the hassle out of running a business by managing appointment bookings, point-of-sale, customer records, human resources, inventory, and financial reporting. The consumer marketplace unlocks revenue potential for merchants by leveraging the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile apps and integrations to Instagram, Facebook and Google.
Rebag, a destination for buying and selling the most coveted designer handbags, watches, jewelry and accessories, is an e-commerce company reimagining the role of luxury in the secondary market. Rebag has opened a world of endless access to luxury, with a unique business model that puts the seller first, offers upfront payment, and makes the resale experience smooth and clutter-free. Since its inception, Rebag has catered to a rapidly growing segment of consumers who are exploring ownership of luxury goods in a sustainable and affordable way. The company operates online and in stores, with locations in Los Angeles, New York, and Miami. Founded in 2014 by a team out of Harvard Business School, Rebag is backed by prestigious venture capital investors including General Catalyst, Novator, Crosslink, and FJLabs, and has raised $68m in funding to date. In 2020, Rebag was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Rebag has been featured in the New York Times, Business of Fashion, VOGUE, TechCrunch, and more.
Knock is an online home selling platform that makes buying or selling a home simple and certain. Launched by founding team members from Trulia.com, the company uses data science to price homes accurately, technology to sell homes quickly and a dedicated team of professionals to guide homeowners through the selling process.
Zolo is a provider of managed co-living spaces aimed at students and young professionals seeking shared accommodation options. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Zolo enhances the traditional concepts of paying guest accommodations and hostels by offering a range of living amenities, from basic to luxury. Its fully furnished rooms come with essential services such as hygienic food, daily housekeeping, internet access, and security, creating a hassle-free long-term living experience. By catering specifically to the needs of individuals relocating to new cities, Zolo provides a flexible and supportive living environment.
MollyBox is a subscription-based e-commerce platform for pet-owners. The company offers a monthly themed box of pet foods and supplies. MollyBox was founded in 2015 by Yifu Sun and Yi Ju and is based in Shanghai, China.
Produce Pay was first conceived at Cornell University. With strong support from experienced faculty and the student body, it was able to rapidly gain momentum. Produce Pay obtained recognition from Cornell’s entrepreneurial community and was soon dubbed "The Next Johnson Start-Up," in reference to Cornell’s S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management.
Renoviso, Inc., based in North Andover, Massachusetts, specializes in home renovation services, particularly in window and door replacement, as well as hardwood flooring. Established in 2014, the company leverages technology to enhance the renovation experience for homeowners, offering customized online pricing from reputable brands in the home improvement sector. Renoviso manages the entire renovation process, from professional measurement to installation, ensuring transparency and a high level of customer satisfaction. Its innovative approach has garnered positive reviews from homeowners across eastern New England, highlighting Renoviso's commitment to quality and affordability in home renovation projects.
SmartAsset is a financial technology company that empowers people with automated personalized financial advice. Its proprietary technology, up-to-the-minute research and unique Automated Financial Modeling software simulate the impact of different decisions on people’s personal finances, enabling millions of people to make smart financial decisions. The company has created dozens of calculators and tools spanning the full range of personal finance options including home buying, retirement planning, life insurance, personal loans, student loans, credit cards, loan refinance, taxes, finding a financial advisor and investing. These tools live on SmartAsset’s website and are embedded in relevant content on financial publisher websites via the Captivate tool. The company furthers its mission of helping people make smart financial decisions by connecting them to financial advisors via the SmartAdvisor service. In addition to these tools, an in-house editorial team creates thousands of educational articles and data-driven studies.
Spotahome, S.L. is an online platform that specializes in mid to long-term accommodation rentals, catering primarily to expatriates, students, and professionals moving abroad. Established in March 2014 and based in Madrid, Spain, Spotahome offers a wide selection of personally-checked properties, including rooms, apartments, and student dorms, across various cities such as Milan, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, and London. The platform features detailed property descriptions, high-quality photographs, HD video tours, and floor plans, enabling tenants to make informed decisions without needing to conduct in-person viewings. By allowing users to secure accommodations for over a month in advance, Spotahome simplifies the housing search process for individuals relocating to Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the UK.
Plastiq Inc. is an online payment service that allows users to make payments using credit and debit cards, even when the recipient does not typically accept card payments. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates payments for various expenses, including tuition, taxes, rent, utilities, and insurance, primarily in the United States and Canada. By processing card payments and converting them into formats that recipients can accept, such as electronic bank transfers or checks, Plastiq enables individuals and businesses to manage their finances more flexibly. This service empowers users to earn credit card rewards, take advantage of early-payment discounts, and utilize their cash flow more effectively, making it easier to manage expenses that traditionally required checks. With a growing presence, Plastiq is committed to advancing innovative payment solutions.
Fictiv Inc. operates a manufacturing platform that enables users to design, develop, and deliver fabricate parts. Its online interface enables customers to get instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders from vendors. The company’s platform enables users to leverage distributed manufacturing to fabricate parts through 3D printing and CNC machining. It serves engineers, designers, creators, startups, hackers, and more. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Mandaê Serviços de Consultoria em Logística LTDA provides air logistics services for packing and delivery. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil.
Comatch GmbH is a Berlin-based online marketplace that connects companies with freelance management consultants and industry experts. The platform specializes in providing support across various areas, including strategy, organization, IT, marketing, sales, finance, market analysis, and operations. By facilitating these connections, Comatch enables businesses of all sizes to access the expertise they need for their projects, streamlining the process of finding qualified professionals for specific consulting needs.
Olist is an online e-commerce platform based in Curitiba, Brazil, that facilitates connections between sellers and major Brazilian marketplaces. Founded in 2015, the company provides a comprehensive platform for shopkeepers of various sizes and sectors to register and sell their products through prominent retailers. Olist aims to streamline the selling process for entrepreneurs by enabling them to advertise and sell their products without complications, thereby enhancing their reach to international marketplaces. The company emphasizes a sustainable and fair business model, focusing on delivering excellent services to both merchants and consumers.
Jobandtalent is an on-demand staffing marketplace that aims to make the labour market much more liquid and transparent, helping companies to hire in a more flexible way and with the mission of being part of the reduction of the unemployment in the world. We at the labour market has evolved from a very structured state into an extremely flexible one. Companies are demanding flexibility which has resulted in the growth of liquidity in the market. However, the flexible state of the labour market is also leaving the workers in a vulnerable and unprotected employment situation. We at Jobandtalent have created a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) platform in order to make this labour flexibility beneficial for both companies and workers alike.
Our offices are located in the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, and we have plans of further expansion to France and Italy by the end of the year.
RecargaPay Payments Ltda. operates a mobile prepaid top-up platform in Brazil and Latin America, focused on providing essential payment services to both banked and unbanked consumers. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in São Paulo, with an additional office in Buenos Aires, RecargaPay aims to democratize mobile payments and financial services. The company facilitates a variety of transactions, including airtime top-ups, utility bill payments, and other financial services, creating a comprehensive mobile money ecosystem. RecargaPay allows users to easily cash in and cash out through various methods such as credit and debit cards, loans, QR codes, and mobile point-of-sale systems. With the goal of transforming payment experiences, the company has successfully raised over $63 million in venture capital from a range of investors.
Workrise, formerly known as RigUp Inc., is a technology company that operates a marketplace connecting independent contractors with companies in the energy sector. Founded in 2014 and based in Austin, Texas, the platform streamlines the hiring process by tracking workforce information, managing drug screenings, conducting background checks, and verifying certifications and insurance. It serves various sectors, including oil and gas, solar, and wind, and offers solutions such as workforce and vendor marketplaces, as well as managed field services. Additionally, Workrise provides digital tools for auditing and archiving operations, optimizing inventory, and enhancing operational efficiencies for energy companies across the United States.
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book inter-city bus tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. The platform aggregates information from numerous bus operators, providing users with access to schedules, pricing, service classes, amenities, and reviews. With coverage spanning over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, Busbud supports multiple languages and currencies, making it a comprehensive resource for planning bus trips. Through its website and mobile application, the company aims to simplify the bus travel experience for users worldwide.
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.
Roofstock, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates investment in leased single-family rental homes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company provides investors with access to independently certified properties, complete with research, analytics, and market insights. This platform allows users to evaluate properties based on their investment potential and cash flow without the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Roofstock aims to simplify the real estate investment process by enabling clients to treat their property investments similarly to stock portfolios, emphasizing asset allocation. The marketplace also assists sellers in marketing tenant-occupied properties, minimizing income loss and tenant disruption.
NA-KD.com is the next generation of fashion marketplaces. A predominantly mobile-based online shopping sanctuary for fashion addicts all over the world. Combined with a unique merchant service that unleashes the e-commerce power of digital brands and social influencers. Funded by the original founder and team behind Nelly.com (170 million USD online fashion store).
Zume is on a quest to be the most powerful source of health and well-being on the planet. They started by partnering people with technology to create a more thoughtful and efficient way to source, make, bake and deliver pizza. In the process, they are delivering an artisan pizza that takes care of the people who eat it and make it, and even takes better care of the planet we all love—a planet nearly 10 billion people will inhabit by 2050. The health and well-being of people and our planet is dependent upon sustainably feeding that population with wholesome, affordable food on a global scale. Zume is meeting this challenge with an end-to-end, scalable platform that reduces the time and distance between clean food sources and dense population centers, using cutting-edge automation and transportation logistics. By developing better tools and processes, they can feed people healthier, sustainably-grown food, delivered fresh and free from chemical stabilization.
Roofstock, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates investment in leased single-family rental homes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company provides investors with access to independently certified properties, complete with research, analytics, and market insights. This platform allows users to evaluate properties based on their investment potential and cash flow without the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Roofstock aims to simplify the real estate investment process by enabling clients to treat their property investments similarly to stock portfolios, emphasizing asset allocation. The marketplace also assists sellers in marketing tenant-occupied properties, minimizing income loss and tenant disruption.
Eaze Technologies, Inc. is an online marketplace and technology platform that helps provide legal access to cannabis and delivers it. Eaze Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Eaze Solutions, Inc. and changed its name to Eaze Technologies, Inc. in March 2019. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Rebag, a destination for buying and selling the most coveted designer handbags, watches, jewelry and accessories, is an e-commerce company reimagining the role of luxury in the secondary market. Rebag has opened a world of endless access to luxury, with a unique business model that puts the seller first, offers upfront payment, and makes the resale experience smooth and clutter-free. Since its inception, Rebag has catered to a rapidly growing segment of consumers who are exploring ownership of luxury goods in a sustainable and affordable way. The company operates online and in stores, with locations in Los Angeles, New York, and Miami. Founded in 2014 by a team out of Harvard Business School, Rebag is backed by prestigious venture capital investors including General Catalyst, Novator, Crosslink, and FJLabs, and has raised $68m in funding to date. In 2020, Rebag was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Rebag has been featured in the New York Times, Business of Fashion, VOGUE, TechCrunch, and more.
Ibotta is an application that pays its users for shopping online or in store. Users of the app can earn money by uploading pictures of their receipt or linking a loyalty account for select retailers to earn receipt-free.
The company partners with leading brands and retailers to offer real cash back on groceries, travel, electronics, clothing, gifts, home, and office supplies, dining out, and much more.
Ibotta was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
MÉLIUZ S.A. operates a cashback program in Brazil. Its portal that offers free of charge, discount coupons from the online stores and returns part of the amount spent directly to the bank account. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
Nuvemshop provides entrepreneurs and SMBs with the tools to set up, manage, and promote their online business easily from any device. With the suite of tools around payments, shipping, inventory management, and marketing provided by the company, owners are enabled to participate in the e-commerce market, ramp up their sales, reduce costs, and provide their end customers with a shopping experience. In 2011, co-founders Alejandro Alfonso, Santiago Sosa, Jose Abuchaem, Martin Palombo, and Alejandro Vazquez established Nuvemshop in 2011.
ShipBob, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, offers an online shipping and fulfillment platform tailored for small e-commerce businesses. The company provides an end-to-end solution that includes warehousing, order fulfillment, and shipping services, enabling direct-to-consumer brands to deliver packages in 1-2 business days. ShipBob's technology integrates with various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and eBay, facilitating streamlined order and inventory management, customer communication, and predictive analytics. Additionally, ShipBob aggregates shipment services from major carriers like FedEx, UPS, and USPS, and offers features such as a smartphone application for scheduling pickups and tracking shipments. With a network of fulfillment centers across the United States, including a warehouse in Dallas, Texas, ShipBob aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations for online merchants.
FishBrain AB develops a mobile application that connects sport fishing people and anglers. It offers Fishbrain, an application that enables users to connect and follow anglers and fishing spots; find fishing spots and research when the fish bite best; join conversations with other users; keep fishing log; and explore public catch locations. The company’s application also enables users to track and share personal statistics, such as caches per month, species, fishing locations, baits, and methods; find top baits for fishing locations, fish species, and fishing methods; and get fishing forecast for the next days. Its application is available on App Store and Google Play. FishBrain AB was founded in 2009 and is based in Stockholm, Sweden.
RoadRunner Recycling, Inc. is a Pennsylvania-based company that specializes in recycling and waste management services for businesses. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of services including cardboard and paper recycling, mixed recycling, waste management, composting, dumpster rental, and one-time pickups. Utilizing technology-driven solutions, RoadRunner Recycling aims to enhance the efficiency of waste and recycling processes for commercial clients, helping them reduce costs and improve their environmental impact. By implementing innovative logistics strategies, the company is able to significantly lower fuel expenses and carbon emissions while maximizing the value extracted from recyclable materials. This approach not only leads to substantial cost savings for businesses but also promotes better environmental practices.
Raisin is a savings and investment marketplace that connects retail customers with banks looking to expand deposit reach. The company's goal is to provide savers the best interest rates. The company gives access to exclusive savings products from all over Europe. Raisin assures a smooth investment process and the simple management of investments with all of the partner banks via one single platform. Raisin was founded on 2012 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.
Letgo is a popular mobile application that facilitates the buying and selling of second-hand goods locally, boasting over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings. Founded in 2015 by Alec Oxenford and Jordi Castello, later joined by Enrique Linares, Letgo has become a leading marketplace in the United States, offering a diverse range of products, including electronics, vehicles, clothing, and furniture. The app incorporates innovative features such as image recognition and video listings, which streamline the listing process by automatically suggesting titles, prices, and categories based on user-uploaded photos. This user-friendly approach allows individuals to easily declutter their homes and discover great deals nearby.
Shiftgig, Inc. operates a mobile platform that connects businesses in need of temporary labor with individuals seeking short-term work. Founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, the company serves various industries including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and experiential marketing. Its platform facilitates on-demand shift opportunities by enabling businesses to post job openings and allowing qualified workers to claim them based on their skills and availability. Shiftgig collects data on hiring requirements and worker capabilities to ensure efficient and timely matches. The company also provides tools for event management, enhancing the overall staffing process. In addition to its Chicago headquarters, Shiftgig has offices in several major cities, including Milwaukee, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, and New York.
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.
Clue is a female health application that tracks period and fertility cycle. It uses science and data to provide actionable personal insights into female health. The free mobile app, available on iOS, Android, and Apple Watch, calculates and predicts users’ periods and PMS based on users’ data. It calculates fertility windows based on global averages, which can be made more accurate by users entering ovulation test data. Clue’s mission is to help people all around the world benefit from insights into female health. The startup was founded in 2012 and it is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.
Roofstock, Inc. is an online marketplace that facilitates investment in leased single-family rental homes. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company provides investors with access to independently certified properties, complete with research, analytics, and market insights. This platform allows users to evaluate properties based on their investment potential and cash flow without the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Roofstock aims to simplify the real estate investment process by enabling clients to treat their property investments similarly to stock portfolios, emphasizing asset allocation. The marketplace also assists sellers in marketing tenant-occupied properties, minimizing income loss and tenant disruption.
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that provides online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a comprehensive online dashboard that enables businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track the necessary services for global trade. Its offerings include customs brokerage services such as clearances, bonds, product classification, and government agency filings, alongside freight forwarding options encompassing ocean freight, air freight, and trucking. Additionally, Flexport provides supply chain services that cover cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, helping logistics companies optimize transportation routes and manage inventory effectively.
GrubMarket develops a website where sellers can offer foods and other items at wholesale prices to customers. It offers products such as organic foods, vegetables, gluten-free foods, snacks, drinks, pantries, home goods, health and beauty products, baby and kids' products, pets, non-GMO foods, paleo foods, cholesterol-free, and no trans-fat foods.
GrubMarket also offers foods from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, certified home kitchens, and restaurants. Mike Xu founded GrubMarket in 2014, with its headquarters in Newark in California with an additional office in San Francisco in California.
Zeek Mobile Ltd. is a company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, that specializes in developing a mobile application and web-based platform for the buying and selling of unwanted gift vouchers. Founded in 2013, Zeek aims to address the significant issue of unutilized store credit, estimated at $100 billion annually. Since its launch in the UK in 2015, the platform has facilitated the exchange of gift cards and vouchers, allowing users to sell their unwanted vouchers for cash and purchase discounted gift cards from leading brands. Through its marketplace, Zeek provides a safe and efficient service that helps users recover value from their unused gift cards, thereby reducing financial waste.
MediDate operates an online platform that connects patients with clinics and surgeons, optimizing the use of existing healthcare infrastructure to provide cosmetic surgery treatments at competitive prices. The platform facilitates a variety of both invasive and non-invasive procedures, allowing patients to access medical specialists in plastic and aesthetic surgeries tailored to their needs. By alleviating clinics of administrative burdens such as initial consultations, billing, and surgery coordination, MediDate enhances operational efficiency. This approach not only streamlines the process for healthcare providers but also helps reduce overall treatment costs for patients, addressing the issue of unused surgical capacity in the healthcare system.
Jobandtalent is an on-demand staffing marketplace that aims to make the labour market much more liquid and transparent, helping companies to hire in a more flexible way and with the mission of being part of the reduction of the unemployment in the world. We at the labour market has evolved from a very structured state into an extremely flexible one. Companies are demanding flexibility which has resulted in the growth of liquidity in the market. However, the flexible state of the labour market is also leaving the workers in a vulnerable and unprotected employment situation. We at Jobandtalent have created a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) platform in order to make this labour flexibility beneficial for both companies and workers alike.
Our offices are located in the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, and we have plans of further expansion to France and Italy by the end of the year.
Letgo is a popular mobile application that facilitates the buying and selling of second-hand goods locally, boasting over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings. Founded in 2015 by Alec Oxenford and Jordi Castello, later joined by Enrique Linares, Letgo has become a leading marketplace in the United States, offering a diverse range of products, including electronics, vehicles, clothing, and furniture. The app incorporates innovative features such as image recognition and video listings, which streamline the listing process by automatically suggesting titles, prices, and categories based on user-uploaded photos. This user-friendly approach allows individuals to easily declutter their homes and discover great deals nearby.
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that simplifies office operations by providing a variety of on-demand and subscription services. These services include cleaning, maintenance, IT support, supply replenishment, and wellness initiatives. In addition, the company offers facility services, project management for office planning and renovations, and workplace staffing solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Managed by Q connects businesses with essential services to enhance workplace efficiency. The company is dedicated to creating economic opportunities by fostering good jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. With operations in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, Managed by Q aims to transform the management of workspaces.
Founded in 2013, Boxed has taken the best elements of the wholesale shopping experience and folded it into one innovative, cutting edge mobile app that allows consumers direct-to-their-door access to all of their favorite warehouse club products, without membership fees. Boxed brings convenience and savings to on-the-go consumers who don’t have the time, means or patience to shop at a brick and mortar big box club. The elegantly designed iPhone and Android app offers bulk-sized goods at pint-sized prices, and is completely free to download and use. Boxed does all the heavy lifting, delivering a rich array of wholesale items directly to doorsteps across the continental United States in two days or less. The brand’s innovative discovery-based design recreates the fun of the treasure hunt experience with a curated selection of everyday essentials that consumers love including household staples, health and beauty supplies, office pantry and grocery items, and a wide variety of organic and green products.
Shiftgig, Inc. operates a mobile platform that connects businesses in need of temporary labor with individuals seeking short-term work. Founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, the company serves various industries including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and experiential marketing. Its platform facilitates on-demand shift opportunities by enabling businesses to post job openings and allowing qualified workers to claim them based on their skills and availability. Shiftgig collects data on hiring requirements and worker capabilities to ensure efficient and timely matches. The company also provides tools for event management, enhancing the overall staffing process. In addition to its Chicago headquarters, Shiftgig has offices in several major cities, including Milwaukee, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, and New York.
Happn is a location-based mobile dating application that allows users to connect with individuals they have encountered in real life. By leveraging real-time interactions, Happn enables users to discover and engage with people they have crossed paths with throughout their daily activities. The app focuses on fostering connections that are rooted in shared experiences, making it a unique platform in the online dating landscape.
Fundbox, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, that focuses on providing payment and credit solutions specifically for small businesses engaged in business-to-business transactions. Founded in 2013, Fundbox aims to disrupt the $21 trillion B2B commerce market by creating a network that enables businesses to facilitate efficient transactions with one another. The platform allows sellers to enhance their average order volumes and improve their sales close rates by offering competitive net terms and flexible payment plans to their small and medium-sized business customers.
Stripe, Inc. is a technology company that develops application programming interfaces (APIs) and tools for businesses to accept and manage online payments. Its offerings include a comprehensive suite of products such as Payments for payment processing, Subscriptions for managing recurring billing, and Stripe Connect for routing and payouts to third parties. Additionally, Stripe provides tools like Stripe Radar for fraud detection, Stripe Elements for customizable payment forms, and Stripe Checkout for seamless payment acceptance across devices. The company supports various international credit and debit cards and serves a diverse clientele, including e-commerce, B2B platforms, and non-profits across several countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Stripe aims to enhance the economic infrastructure of the internet, facilitating growth for businesses of all sizes. The company also addresses financing challenges for online businesses through Stripe Capital, which offers fast and flexible funding solutions.