Founder Collective

Founder Collective, established in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, is a venture capital firm managed by entrepreneurs who have founded and sold technology companies. The firm focuses on seed-stage investments in technology-related companies across the United States, with a preference for the Boston and New York regions. Founder Collective aims to provide a user-friendly approach to venture capital, advising entrepreneurs to raise the least amount of money necessary to maintain control of their firms. The firm manages multiple funds, including Founder Collective I, II, III, and IV, investing between $0.2 to $2 million per round, primarily in the software and information technology sectors.

Joe DeFilippi

CFO

Noah Glass

Partner

Jack Groetzinger

Founder Partner

Amanda Herson

Seed Investor

Eric Paley

Managing Partner

James Tamplin

Founder Partner

Brent Willess

Principal

Past deals in Eastern US

Smalls

Series B in 2023
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

Pikkit

Venture Round in 2022
Pikkit is a consumer software company based in New York, founded in 2020, that operates within the betting industry. It has developed a social sports betting application that consolidates legal sportsbook accounts, allowing users to manage their bets in one place. The platform enhances the betting experience by enabling users to stay informed about their friends' picks, share bets, and explore upcoming events while tracking the performance of top bettors. This functionality fosters interaction within the betting community and helps users gain insights into their betting strategies.

Avant-garde Health

Series A in 2022
Avant-garde Health, Inc. is a healthcare solutions company based in Allston, Massachusetts, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a web-based analytics platform that assists hospitals and healthcare providers in analyzing and comparing their costs and outcomes in care delivery. The platform measures the costs of various care processes and evaluates treatment-specific data, enabling providers to learn from peer institutions and enhance their results. Avant-garde Health partners with leading healthcare providers committed to improving the value of care, offering actionable insights that facilitate better clinical decision-making and promote value-based payment models. The company was inspired by research on value-based healthcare delivery conducted at Harvard Business School.

Flume Health

Series A in 2022
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

ianacare

Series A in 2022
Ianacare, Inc. is a company that has developed a technology platform to assist family caregivers in managing the complexities of caregiving. Founded in 2017 and based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, the platform serves as a resource hub for individuals caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses or other challenges. Ianacare connects caregivers, care recipients, and their support networks, facilitating access to practical help such as meal preparation, transportation, respite care, and emotional support. By fostering community and collaboration among caregivers, the platform aims to empower these individuals, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to navigate the caregiving journey effectively.

Toolio

Series A in 2021
Toolio is a cloud-based merchandising platform designed to assist retailers in navigating the complexities of the retail landscape. The platform automates essential workflows and provides real-time insights, enabling remote collaboration among teams. By leveraging machine learning and predictive analytics, Toolio offers valuable insights and facilitates streamlined merchandising operations, which helps retailers make informed, data-driven decisions regarding their merchandise. Founded by a team of former Walmart professionals, Toolio operates globally with headquarters in New York City and an office in Istanbul. The company is supported by prominent venture capitalists and apparel industry executives, reflecting its commitment to enhancing retail operations.

Vitally

Series A in 2021
Vitally, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an analytics platform tailored for B2B SaaS businesses, focusing on customer engagement and retention. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Vitally offers tools that integrate customer data to provide a comprehensive view of key metrics essential for enhancing customer experience and minimizing churn. The platform enables companies to track critical product metrics, assess the effectiveness of their post-sales processes, and document customer interactions. Additionally, it facilitates the creation of health scores, notifications, and automation playbooks to streamline customer success efforts. By highlighting potential opportunities and risks in customer engagement, Vitally empowers businesses to make informed decisions that can drive revenue growth.

Kambr

Seed Round in 2021
Kambr Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, New York, provides advisory and software solutions tailored for the airline industry. The company's mission is to assist airlines in optimizing their commercial processes to enhance revenue generation. Kambr's modular revenue management system adopts a comprehensive approach to commercial optimization, allowing airlines to navigate digital transformation challenges effectively. This system incorporates data-driven insights and workflows that enable clients to improve productivity and revenue outcomes. By establishing distinct advisory, media, and solution units, Kambr aims to lead in commercial intelligence and demand management for airlines worldwide.

Mable

Series A in 2020
Mable is an online wholesale platform designed for retailers and distributors to discover and purchase products. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mable offers a diverse range of brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. The platform serves as a mobile and web-based B2B e-commerce solution specifically tailored for grocers, facilitating the buying process in the wholesale market.

Clair

Seed Round in 2020
Clair, Inc. is a fintech company that specializes in providing instant pay access services for hourly workers and gig platforms. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, Clair offers real-time wage access, allowing employees to receive their earnings immediately after completing their shifts, all without incurring fees. The company also delivers digital banking services, including debit cards and account management, to support workers' financial wellness and aid in savings and spending. Clair partners with various employers and workforce management platforms, making its services available to over 10,000 employers. This initiative aims to enhance employee retention and address challenges related to front-line worker shortages while promoting the financial health of the workforce.

Talos

Venture Round in 2020
Talos Trading is an institutional technology infrastructure provider based in New York, co-founded in 2018 by Anton Katz and Ethan Feldman. The company specializes in offering a comprehensive crypto trading platform that supports the entire trading lifecycle, including price discovery, clearing, and settlement. Talos Trading provides solutions across spot, futures, and foreign exchange markets, leveraging institutional-grade technology to enable clients to stream real-time and request-for-quote prices. Additionally, the platform includes portfolio accounting tools and facilitates efficient settlement processes, connecting various participants within the crypto ecosystem.

Mulberry

Series A in 2020
Mulberry, established in 2018 and headquartered in New York, specializes in AI-driven extended warranty solutions for e-commerce platforms. It connects insurers, brands, and consumers, offering coverage for a wide range of products, from mattresses to electronics, through its Mulberry platform. The company also provides insurance broker services, helping e-commerce customers access extended warranty plans.

Smalls

Series A in 2020
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

ianacare

Venture Round in 2020
Ianacare, Inc. is a company that has developed a technology platform to assist family caregivers in managing the complexities of caregiving. Founded in 2017 and based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, the platform serves as a resource hub for individuals caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses or other challenges. Ianacare connects caregivers, care recipients, and their support networks, facilitating access to practical help such as meal preparation, transportation, respite care, and emotional support. By fostering community and collaboration among caregivers, the platform aims to empower these individuals, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to navigate the caregiving journey effectively.

TetraScience

Series A in 2019
TetraScience, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions designed to enhance research experiments in life sciences. Its offerings include sensors for monitoring various environmental parameters, cameras for viewing experiments, electric switches, and adapters for connecting laboratory instruments. The company provides the Tetra R&D Data Cloud, which allows life sciences organizations to centralize, standardize, and access actionable scientific data, thereby facilitating improved research outcomes and accelerated drug discovery. TetraScience operates an open platform that integrates a wide array of lab instruments and informatics applications, promoting seamless interoperability and innovation within the sector. The company serves a diverse clientele, including scientists, engineers, and safety officers, and maintains a strategic partnership with Dotmatics Limited to further enhance its capabilities.

Mable

Seed Round in 2019
Mable is an online wholesale platform designed for retailers and distributors to discover and purchase products. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mable offers a diverse range of brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. The platform serves as a mobile and web-based B2B e-commerce solution specifically tailored for grocers, facilitating the buying process in the wholesale market.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2019
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform delivering business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Established in 2017, it offers a range of services including cryptocurrency management, digital walleting, custody, community tools, and portfolio dashboards aimed at investors. Flipside Crypto provides analytics tools that offer insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial trends within the cryptocurrency space. It also features the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), a metric for assessing the health of cryptocurrency projects, which is distributed through partnerships with platforms such as CoinMarketCap and Messari. The company is supported by notable investors, including CoinBase Ventures and True Ventures.

Kambr

Seed Round in 2019
Kambr Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, New York, provides advisory and software solutions tailored for the airline industry. The company's mission is to assist airlines in optimizing their commercial processes to enhance revenue generation. Kambr's modular revenue management system adopts a comprehensive approach to commercial optimization, allowing airlines to navigate digital transformation challenges effectively. This system incorporates data-driven insights and workflows that enable clients to improve productivity and revenue outcomes. By establishing distinct advisory, media, and solution units, Kambr aims to lead in commercial intelligence and demand management for airlines worldwide.

Vitally

Seed Round in 2019
Vitally, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an analytics platform tailored for B2B SaaS businesses, focusing on customer engagement and retention. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Vitally offers tools that integrate customer data to provide a comprehensive view of key metrics essential for enhancing customer experience and minimizing churn. The platform enables companies to track critical product metrics, assess the effectiveness of their post-sales processes, and document customer interactions. Additionally, it facilitates the creation of health scores, notifications, and automation playbooks to streamline customer success efforts. By highlighting potential opportunities and risks in customer engagement, Vitally empowers businesses to make informed decisions that can drive revenue growth.

Hawthorne

Series A in 2019
Hawthorne Lab Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing personal care products for men, focusing on colognes and other bathroom essentials. Established in 2015, the company utilizes data-driven algorithms and premium quality ingredients to create tailored products that cater to individual preferences and needs. By employing a quick survey, Hawthorne's platform identifies the most suitable items based on users' body chemistry, skin type, and lifestyle. This personalized approach is complemented by a smart subscription model, allowing consumers to conveniently receive their selected products as needed.

Ethyca

Seed Round in 2019
Ethyca Inc. specializes in software that automates customer data compliance processes for businesses. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company offers solutions for data privacy and risk management, including its cloud-based product, Ethyca Pro. This self-service platform automates essential tasks such as data mapping, data subject request management, and consent management in accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act. Ethyca's privacy engineering platform is designed to assist developers and privacy teams in integrating compliance features into their systems, thereby reducing operational risks and costs associated with data privacy. By providing a comprehensive data map that tracks the flow of information within an organization, Ethyca helps businesses meet various global privacy regulations effectively.

Mightier

Series A in 2019
Mightier is a gaming platform designed to assist children in regulating their emotions through scientifically-backed methods. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the platform features bioresponsive video games developed in collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The games utilize a biofeedback heart rate monitor that adjusts the difficulty level based on the player's emotional state, helping children learn to manage their feelings in real-time. By engaging with these interactive experiences, children with behavioral and emotional challenges can discover their emotional strengths and develop skills to harness their emotions in everyday situations.

Flume Health

Seed Round in 2019
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

Toolio

Venture Round in 2019
Toolio is a cloud-based merchandising platform designed to assist retailers in navigating the complexities of the retail landscape. The platform automates essential workflows and provides real-time insights, enabling remote collaboration among teams. By leveraging machine learning and predictive analytics, Toolio offers valuable insights and facilitates streamlined merchandising operations, which helps retailers make informed, data-driven decisions regarding their merchandise. Founded by a team of former Walmart professionals, Toolio operates globally with headquarters in New York City and an office in Istanbul. The company is supported by prominent venture capitalists and apparel industry executives, reflecting its commitment to enhancing retail operations.

Zoba

Seed Round in 2019
Zoba, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in providing a web application to enhance the operational efficiency of mobility operators. The company offers an API-first platform that automates decision-making processes related to fleet rebalancing, driver tasking, routing, and dynamic pricing. By leveraging real-time predictions of human behavior and environmental data, Zoba enables organizations to optimize their networks and improve fleet performance across more than 150 cities worldwide. This technology helps mobility operators increase profitability and customer satisfaction by minimizing guesswork in their operations and enabling informed decisions about risk and locational strategies.

SelfMade

Series A in 2019
SelfMade, Inc. is a New York-based technology company that specializes in image transformation and sharing, particularly tailored for social media. Established in 2015, it provides a members-only mobile application that employs artificial intelligence and proprietary technology to connect users with professional photo editors and social media strategists. This platform enables individuals and brands to enhance their online presence by offering personalized photo editing services and strategic social media support. Users can determine their brand aesthetic, develop growth strategies, and optimize posting schedules, making professional-grade marketing accessible to a broader audience. By democratizing access to high-quality image editing and social media management, SelfMade empowers its members to effectively express and grow their personal brands.

Smalls

Seed Round in 2019
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

Mulberry

Seed Round in 2018
Mulberry, established in 2018 and headquartered in New York, specializes in AI-driven extended warranty solutions for e-commerce platforms. It connects insurers, brands, and consumers, offering coverage for a wide range of products, from mattresses to electronics, through its Mulberry platform. The company also provides insurance broker services, helping e-commerce customers access extended warranty plans.

Mightier

Seed Round in 2018
Mightier is a gaming platform designed to assist children in regulating their emotions through scientifically-backed methods. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the platform features bioresponsive video games developed in collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The games utilize a biofeedback heart rate monitor that adjusts the difficulty level based on the player's emotional state, helping children learn to manage their feelings in real-time. By engaging with these interactive experiences, children with behavioral and emotional challenges can discover their emotional strengths and develop skills to harness their emotions in everyday situations.

Ten Percent Happier

Seed Round in 2018
Ten Percent Happier, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a meditation platform aimed at individuals who may be skeptical about traditional meditation practices. Founded in 2013, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates learning, practicing, and tracking meditation behaviors. The platform features expert-led courses, articles, and podcasts designed to foster meaningful changes in users' lives. Additionally, Ten Percent Happier publishes books that contain practical instructions for meditation, ensuring accessibility for a diverse audience. The company focuses on delivering a clear and straightforward approach to meditation, combining various multimedia resources to engage users effectively.

Minim

Seed Round in 2018
Minim Inc., established in 1977 and headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, specializes in designing and manufacturing communications equipment under the global Motorola brand license. The company focuses on delivering smart software-driven products such as cable modems, routers, mesh networking devices, and other related hardware. Minim's offerings are primarily targeted at North American markets.

ShopShops

Seed Round in 2018
ShopShops is a livestream shopping platform that connects consumers with brick-and-mortar retailers across the globe, allowing users to shop from diverse stores directly through their mobile devices. Founded in 2016 by Liyia Wu, the company operates from its headquarters in New York City and Beijing. The platform offers an interactive experience, enabling customers to browse efficiently by location and access authenticated products from various brands and stores. By breaking down geographical barriers, ShopShops provides a unique shopping experience that combines curation and interaction, allowing fashion-savvy consumers to explore global retail offerings conveniently and affordably.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2018
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform delivering business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Established in 2017, it offers a range of services including cryptocurrency management, digital walleting, custody, community tools, and portfolio dashboards aimed at investors. Flipside Crypto provides analytics tools that offer insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial trends within the cryptocurrency space. It also features the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), a metric for assessing the health of cryptocurrency projects, which is distributed through partnerships with platforms such as CoinMarketCap and Messari. The company is supported by notable investors, including CoinBase Ventures and True Ventures.

CultureIQ

Venture Round in 2018
CultureIQ, founded in 2013 and based in New York, offers culture management software designed to help companies measure, understand, and enhance their organizational culture. The platform collects ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys, analyzes responses to track key culture metrics, and provides actionable insights. These tools enable businesses to communicate results effectively, implement culture initiatives, and drive employee engagement and success.

Avant-garde Health

Seed Round in 2018
Avant-garde Health, Inc. is a healthcare solutions company based in Allston, Massachusetts, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a web-based analytics platform that assists hospitals and healthcare providers in analyzing and comparing their costs and outcomes in care delivery. The platform measures the costs of various care processes and evaluates treatment-specific data, enabling providers to learn from peer institutions and enhance their results. Avant-garde Health partners with leading healthcare providers committed to improving the value of care, offering actionable insights that facilitate better clinical decision-making and promote value-based payment models. The company was inspired by research on value-based healthcare delivery conducted at Harvard Business School.

Hawthorne

Seed Round in 2017
Hawthorne Lab Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing personal care products for men, focusing on colognes and other bathroom essentials. Established in 2015, the company utilizes data-driven algorithms and premium quality ingredients to create tailored products that cater to individual preferences and needs. By employing a quick survey, Hawthorne's platform identifies the most suitable items based on users' body chemistry, skin type, and lifestyle. This personalized approach is complemented by a smart subscription model, allowing consumers to conveniently receive their selected products as needed.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2017
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to automate data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics sectors. Founded in 2015, Sentenai provides a service that connects intelligent systems to the necessary data for real-time decision-making. Its platform integrates distributed systems and applied machine learning to automatically organize sensor data streams, rendering them searchable and accessible. By automating data integration and enabling continuous analysis, Sentenai allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their systems, facilitating agile decision-making and generating actionable insights from operational data.

Alyce

Seed Round in 2017
Alyce, Inc. is an AI-powered platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in personalized gifting for sales and marketing. Founded in 2015, Alyce offers a unique service that allows businesses to send curated gifts through its online platform, SWAG SELECT. This platform provides users with a diverse catalogue of gift options and employs artificial intelligence to analyze personal social data, ensuring that the selected gifts resonate with recipients. Alyce simplifies the process of direct mail and account-based marketing by managing orders, shipping, and tracking for a wide range of gift quantities. The company's approach not only fosters genuine relationships but also significantly enhances engagement metrics, delivering improved account penetration and pipeline growth compared to traditional methods.

SelfMade

Series A in 2017
SelfMade, Inc. is a New York-based technology company that specializes in image transformation and sharing, particularly tailored for social media. Established in 2015, it provides a members-only mobile application that employs artificial intelligence and proprietary technology to connect users with professional photo editors and social media strategists. This platform enables individuals and brands to enhance their online presence by offering personalized photo editing services and strategic social media support. Users can determine their brand aesthetic, develop growth strategies, and optimize posting schedules, making professional-grade marketing accessible to a broader audience. By democratizing access to high-quality image editing and social media management, SelfMade empowers its members to effectively express and grow their personal brands.

Rekener

Seed Round in 2017
Rekener, Inc. is a customer data platform specializing in B2B solutions, based in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating and maintaining a comprehensive view of customers by integrating data from various sources, including Salesforce, Marketo, and HubSpot. Rekener provides analytical applications designed to enhance go-to-market strategies by prioritizing prospects and resources effectively. Additionally, the platform automates key performance indicators, allowing businesses to continuously measure and assess the effectiveness of their strategies. As of December 2019, Rekener operates as a subsidiary of Brainshark, Inc.

Vitae Industries

Venture Round in 2017
Vitae Industries, Inc. is a company that specializes in pharmacy compounding automation products. Founded in 2014 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, it offers innovative solutions, including the AutoCompounder, which efficiently manufactures tablets or gummies, verifies dosages, and performs cleanup tasks. In addition to its automation products, Vitae Industries provides custom pharmaceutical services tailored to meet the specific needs of patients.

JuliaHub

Seed Round in 2017
JuliaHub is a platform that facilitates modeling, simulation, and the development of user-built applications, primarily targeting scientists, engineers, and innovators. Established in 2015 by Viral Shah in Cambridge, Massachusetts, JuliaHub provides high-performance computing capabilities that enable users to bring their innovative ideas to fruition at any scale. The platform supports the open-source Julia programming language, which is designed to simplify programming tasks related to data science, machine learning, and scientific computing. This includes applications in research, backtesting, trading, and contract modeling. With features that emphasize ease of use and an intuitive syntax, JuliaHub enhances the user experience while maintaining robust performance for complex data analysis and computations.

CoverWallet

Series A in 2016
CoverWallet, Inc. is an online platform that simplifies the management of business insurance policies for small and medium-sized enterprises. Established in 2015 and based in New York, the company offers a comprehensive suite of insurance products, including general liability, workers' compensation, commercial property, professional liability, and cyber liability, among others. CoverWallet enables clients to compare rates, access certificates, receive advice, and obtain claims assistance, all through a user-friendly digital wallet. The platform serves a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, construction, healthcare, finance, and technology, providing businesses with the tools they need to understand, purchase, and manage their insurance needs efficiently. CoverWallet operates as a subsidiary of Aon Plc, enhancing its capabilities in the insurance sector.

Mightier

Seed Round in 2016
Mightier is a gaming platform designed to assist children in regulating their emotions through scientifically-backed methods. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the platform features bioresponsive video games developed in collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The games utilize a biofeedback heart rate monitor that adjusts the difficulty level based on the player's emotional state, helping children learn to manage their feelings in real-time. By engaging with these interactive experiences, children with behavioral and emotional challenges can discover their emotional strengths and develop skills to harness their emotions in everyday situations.

Crayon

Seed Round in 2016
Crayon, Inc. operates a market intelligence platform designed to help businesses track, analyze, and respond to digital footprints. The company offers tools for intelligence and analysis, marketing insights, and website inspiration, enabling mid-market and enterprise organizations to identify opportunities and build sustainable competitive advantages. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Crayon serves hundreds of clients by providing actionable insights that drive significant business impact. Originally known as M80 Labs, Inc., the company rebranded to Crayon in June 2017.

Formlabs

Series B in 2016
Formlabs Inc. is a company that designs and manufactures advanced 3D printing systems targeted at engineers, designers, and artists. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Formlabs offers a diverse range of products, including the Form 3, Form 3B, and Form 3L printers, all utilizing Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology. The company also provides post-processing solutions such as Form Wash and Form Cure, as well as the Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer and the Form Cell manufacturing solution. Formlabs develops high-performance materials for various applications in industries like dental, healthcare, jewelry, and education. Its PreForm software facilitates the preparation of models for printing, making it a preferred choice among professionals worldwide. With additional offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina, Formlabs continues to innovate in the field of 3D printing, enhancing the capabilities of digital fabrication.

Uptycs

Seed Round in 2016
Uptycs, Inc. is a security analytics company that provides a cloud-based platform designed for monitoring and diagnosing infrastructure issues across software as a service, enterprise, and data center environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Uptycs combines osquery, an open-source universal agent, with its security analytics capabilities to deliver comprehensive visibility into fleet operations. The platform offers features including endpoint detection and response, file integrity management, incident investigation, vulnerability monitoring, and compliance auditing. Uptycs caters to IT administrators, compliance officers, and incident response teams, enabling them to secure workloads across hybrid cloud environments and optimize security operations. By integrating data across various stages of development and runtime, Uptycs enhances the ability to manage risks, ensuring that organizations can effectively respond to vulnerabilities and maintain compliance.

Accion Systems

Series A in 2016
Accion Systems Inc. is a Boston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced satellite propulsion systems utilizing its proprietary ion beam technology. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in in-space propulsion solutions that cater to the needs of the space industry. Accion's product lineup includes the MIN-0 and MAX-1 electric propulsion systems for small satellites, as well as the Tiled Ionic Liquid Electrospray (TILE) technology, which provides efficient and scalable propulsion capabilities. The TILE system is versatile, enabling various satellite maneuvers such as attitude control, collision avoidance, orbit adjustments, and deorbiting. Accion's innovations serve a broad range of spacecraft, from small CubeSats to larger satellite platforms, advancing the capabilities and efficiency of modern space missions.

Rebag

Series A in 2016
Rebag, founded in 2014 by Charles Gorra, specializes in the resale of luxury handbags and accessories through a robust e-commerce platform and physical retail locations in New York, Los Angeles, and Florida. The company has introduced innovative features such as a consignment service in 2023 and a membership program, Rebag⁺, in 2024, enhancing its appeal as a transparent and flexible resale option for customers. By leveraging proprietary technology and extensive data analysis, Rebag offers instant payment for designer items, setting a new standard in the luxury resale market. Additionally, Rebag provides tailored solutions for professional resellers through its Rebag for Business initiative. Recognized for its innovation, the company has received accolades from prominent publications, affirming its position as a leader in the luxury resale sector.

Kuvée

Venture Round in 2016
Kuvee is a direct-to-consumer wine service founded in 2014 by Vijay Manwani, Geoffrey Lansberry, and Mike Tomovich, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company offers an innovative wine bottle equipped with a patented valve system that keeps wine fresh for up to 30 days by preventing oxygen exposure. This Wi-Fi enabled, touchscreen wine bottle allows users to order wine cartridges directly through the device, facilitating convenient doorstep delivery. Kuvee's unique approach combines technology with wine enjoyment, aiming to enhance the consumer experience in the wine market.

CoverWallet

Seed Round in 2016
CoverWallet, Inc. is an online platform that simplifies the management of business insurance policies for small and medium-sized enterprises. Established in 2015 and based in New York, the company offers a comprehensive suite of insurance products, including general liability, workers' compensation, commercial property, professional liability, and cyber liability, among others. CoverWallet enables clients to compare rates, access certificates, receive advice, and obtain claims assistance, all through a user-friendly digital wallet. The platform serves a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, construction, healthcare, finance, and technology, providing businesses with the tools they need to understand, purchase, and manage their insurance needs efficiently. CoverWallet operates as a subsidiary of Aon Plc, enhancing its capabilities in the insurance sector.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2016
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to automate data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics sectors. Founded in 2015, Sentenai provides a service that connects intelligent systems to the necessary data for real-time decision-making. Its platform integrates distributed systems and applied machine learning to automatically organize sensor data streams, rendering them searchable and accessible. By automating data integration and enabling continuous analysis, Sentenai allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their systems, facilitating agile decision-making and generating actionable insights from operational data.

MoveWith

Seed Round in 2016
MoveWith, Inc. is an online platform that connects users with fitness activities and instructors, allowing individuals to discover, book, and participate in various fitness classes. The platform offers a personalized audio fitness experience, featuring a diverse range of categories including running, strength training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, and meditation. Users can access audio classes led by professional coaches, which aim to enhance their fitness levels and overall well-being. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Boston, MoveWith provides an innovative solution for those seeking to engage in fitness training both indoors and outdoors.

Tulip Interfaces

Seed Round in 2016
Tulip Interfaces, Inc. specializes in creating applications for the manufacturing industry that enhance shop floor operations. Founded in 2012 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company offers a no-code platform that allows organizations to integrate data from various sources, including sensors and existing equipment. This integration facilitates the creation of digital work instructions and provides real-time visibility into operations, including the performance of personnel and machinery. Tulip serves a diverse range of industries, including consumer electronics, pharmaceuticals, apparel, and medical devices, helping companies improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. By leveraging advanced technologies such as intelligent hardware sensors, computer vision, and machine learning, Tulip's platform enables organizations to digitally transform their operations and achieve better end-to-end traceability.

CultureIQ

Seed Round in 2015
CultureIQ, founded in 2013 and based in New York, offers culture management software designed to help companies measure, understand, and enhance their organizational culture. The platform collects ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys, analyzes responses to track key culture metrics, and provides actionable insights. These tools enable businesses to communicate results effectively, implement culture initiatives, and drive employee engagement and success.

Transfix

Series A in 2015
Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York that specializes in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an online freight management platform that utilizes advanced algorithms and business intelligence to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency. Transfix offers services such as real-time shipment tracking, carrier performance insights, and support tailored to various industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing. By leveraging its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to optimize logistics processes, reduce empty miles, and improve overall supply chain performance for its clients.

Desktop Metal

Series A in 2015
Desktop Metal, Inc. is a manufacturer of additive manufacturing solutions, specializing in 3D printing technologies for metal and carbon fiber. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products, including the Production System for industrial manufacturing, the Shop System for machine and job shops, the Studio System designed for office use, and the Fiber desktop 3D printer. Desktop Metal serves a variety of industries such as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, heavy industry, machine design, and research and development. Its innovative systems, materials, and software facilitate on-demand digital mass production, providing the speed, cost-efficiency, and part quality necessary for modern manufacturing. The company markets its solutions across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Americas.

Hickory

Seed Round in 2015
Hickory is a New York-based startup that focuses on enhancing employee training retention through a specialized application. The company’s innovative tool is designed for Sales and Customer Service teams, transforming them into knowledgeable brand experts. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, the application predicts when employees are likely to forget their training and schedules tailored review exercises to reinforce their learning based on individual strengths and weaknesses. This approach not only improves retention but also helps businesses save time and resources that would otherwise be allocated to retraining efforts. As a fast-growing entity backed by Y-Combinator, Hickory aims to redefine training methodologies in the corporate sector.

Databox

Seed Round in 2015
Databox, Inc. is a business intelligence application developer headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Ptuj, Slovenia. Founded in 2011, the company offers a mobile data application that consolidates data from various business applications, allowing users to monitor activities, track performance, and gain insights in real-time. The platform includes pre-built connectors to cloud services like SalesForce and Xero, as well as support for on-premise solutions and other data sources, including Hadoop and Excel. Databox serves marketing managers, executives, and product managers, enabling them to access key performance indicators and make informed decisions through intuitive dashboards. The company was previously known as Zeppelin, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Rebag

Seed Round in 2015
Rebag, founded in 2014 by Charles Gorra, specializes in the resale of luxury handbags and accessories through a robust e-commerce platform and physical retail locations in New York, Los Angeles, and Florida. The company has introduced innovative features such as a consignment service in 2023 and a membership program, Rebag⁺, in 2024, enhancing its appeal as a transparent and flexible resale option for customers. By leveraging proprietary technology and extensive data analysis, Rebag offers instant payment for designer items, setting a new standard in the luxury resale market. Additionally, Rebag provides tailored solutions for professional resellers through its Rebag for Business initiative. Recognized for its innovation, the company has received accolades from prominent publications, affirming its position as a leader in the luxury resale sector.

Socure

Debt Financing in 2015
Socure Inc. is a provider of digital identity verification solutions, focusing on real-time identity authentication through its Socure ID+ platform. This predictive analytics platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to authenticate identities by analyzing a multitude of online and offline data sources, including email, phone numbers, addresses, IP addresses, and social media profiles. Socure's offerings include Aida, an AI-driven bot for validating digital identities, Docv, an omnichannel document verification solution, and Sigma Synthetic Fraud, which tackles synthetic identity fraud. The company addresses the needs of various sectors, including software, consulting, and financial firms, through compliance initiatives such as customer identification programs, know your customer requirements, and anti-money laundering measures. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Socure has established partnerships with key industry players to enhance its service delivery.

TetraScience

Seed Round in 2015
TetraScience, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions designed to enhance research experiments in life sciences. Its offerings include sensors for monitoring various environmental parameters, cameras for viewing experiments, electric switches, and adapters for connecting laboratory instruments. The company provides the Tetra R&D Data Cloud, which allows life sciences organizations to centralize, standardize, and access actionable scientific data, thereby facilitating improved research outcomes and accelerated drug discovery. TetraScience operates an open platform that integrates a wide array of lab instruments and informatics applications, promoting seamless interoperability and innovation within the sector. The company serves a diverse clientele, including scientists, engineers, and safety officers, and maintains a strategic partnership with Dotmatics Limited to further enhance its capabilities.

MoveWith

Seed Round in 2015
MoveWith, Inc. is an online platform that connects users with fitness activities and instructors, allowing individuals to discover, book, and participate in various fitness classes. The platform offers a personalized audio fitness experience, featuring a diverse range of categories including running, strength training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, and meditation. Users can access audio classes led by professional coaches, which aim to enhance their fitness levels and overall well-being. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Boston, MoveWith provides an innovative solution for those seeking to engage in fitness training both indoors and outdoors.

Accion Systems

Seed Round in 2015
Accion Systems Inc. is a Boston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced satellite propulsion systems utilizing its proprietary ion beam technology. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in in-space propulsion solutions that cater to the needs of the space industry. Accion's product lineup includes the MIN-0 and MAX-1 electric propulsion systems for small satellites, as well as the Tiled Ionic Liquid Electrospray (TILE) technology, which provides efficient and scalable propulsion capabilities. The TILE system is versatile, enabling various satellite maneuvers such as attitude control, collision avoidance, orbit adjustments, and deorbiting. Accion's innovations serve a broad range of spacecraft, from small CubeSats to larger satellite platforms, advancing the capabilities and efficiency of modern space missions.

Socure

Series A in 2014
Socure Inc. is a provider of digital identity verification solutions, focusing on real-time identity authentication through its Socure ID+ platform. This predictive analytics platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to authenticate identities by analyzing a multitude of online and offline data sources, including email, phone numbers, addresses, IP addresses, and social media profiles. Socure's offerings include Aida, an AI-driven bot for validating digital identities, Docv, an omnichannel document verification solution, and Sigma Synthetic Fraud, which tackles synthetic identity fraud. The company addresses the needs of various sectors, including software, consulting, and financial firms, through compliance initiatives such as customer identification programs, know your customer requirements, and anti-money laundering measures. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Socure has established partnerships with key industry players to enhance its service delivery.

Media Radar

Venture Round in 2014
MediaRadar, now including the data and capabilities of Vivvix, powers the mission-critical marketing and sales decisions that drive competitive advantage. Our innovative solutions enable clients to achieve peak performance with always-on marketing intelligence that spans the media, creative, and business strategies of five million brands across 30+ media channels. By bringing the advertising past, present, and future into focus, our clients rapidly act on the competitive moves and emerging advertising trends impacting their business.

Transfix

Seed Round in 2014
Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York that specializes in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an online freight management platform that utilizes advanced algorithms and business intelligence to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency. Transfix offers services such as real-time shipment tracking, carrier performance insights, and support tailored to various industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing. By leveraging its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to optimize logistics processes, reduce empty miles, and improve overall supply chain performance for its clients.

Spring

Series A in 2014
Spring is a retail company that offers a diverse selection of products, including apparel and home and garden items. It operates as a shopping application designed for iOS devices, allowing users to follow their favorite brands and purchase new arrivals, exclusives, and unique products. Originally founded as Jello Labs, the company rebranded to Spring in July 2014. The founders of Spring are David Tisch, Alan Tisch, and Octavian Costache, and the company is based in New York.

Whoop

Series A in 2014
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.

Bond Street

Seed Round in 2014
Bond Street is a startup focused on transforming small business lending through technology, data, and design. Small business owners are the foundation for growth in the economy, and yet today’s banking system has left them behind. It is building a better future where access to financing is simple, transparent, and fair. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Ten Percent Happier

Seed Round in 2014
Ten Percent Happier, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a meditation platform aimed at individuals who may be skeptical about traditional meditation practices. Founded in 2013, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates learning, practicing, and tracking meditation behaviors. The platform features expert-led courses, articles, and podcasts designed to foster meaningful changes in users' lives. Additionally, Ten Percent Happier publishes books that contain practical instructions for meditation, ensuring accessibility for a diverse audience. The company focuses on delivering a clear and straightforward approach to meditation, combining various multimedia resources to engage users effectively.

Contently

Series B in 2014
Contently, established in 2011 by Joe Coleman, Dave Goldberg, and Shane Snow, is a fully remote, female-led technology company headquartered in New York City. It specializes in an end-to-end enterprise content marketing platform that combines advanced technology with expert content strategy and a global creative network. The platform enables businesses to create, distribute, optimize, and manage all corporate content centrally, streamlining approval processes for measurable results. Contently has been recognized as the top enterprise content creation platform by G2 and received Gartner Peer Insights' Customer Choice award.

Oyster

Series A in 2014
Oyster is a subscription service for ebooks and ebook retailer. Oyster also publishes the Oyster Review, an editorial magazine. Oyster was founded by Eric Stromberg, Andrew Brown, and Willem Van Lancker in 2012 and is based in New York, the United States.

Plated

Series A in 2014
Plated is a company that delivers fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes directly to customers' doors, facilitating the preparation of home-cooked meals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Plated operates a subscription-based online platform that allows users to access ready-to-cook meal kits. This service caters to individuals who are passionate about cooking, enabling them to create restaurant-quality dishes at home and share these experiences with family and friends.

makr

Seed Round in 2013
Makr is a design app for next-generation makers: the creative entrepreneur, the DIYer, the next-level home entertainer. Headquartered in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we’re inspired every day by our local maker community. We developed Makr specifically for iPad to bring DIY to the 21st century, using digital tech to enrich the handmade movement and our shared love of old-fashioned craft. Makr provides sophisticated design tools – exclusive to professional studio use until now – to the local maker’s workshop and DIYer’s home.

Tulip

Seed Round in 2013
Tulip Retail, Inc. is a cloud-based mobile platform designed specifically for retail store associates, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Kitchener, London, Caerano di San Marco, and New York. The platform offers a suite of tools that empower store associates by providing real-time access to product and inventory information, customer profiles, and a variety of features for assisted selling and clienteling. Key components include a mobile associate app, checkout capabilities for omnichannel orders, and modules for streamlined store communications and look building based on customer preferences. By integrating mobile technology into the retail environment, Tulip aims to enhance the in-store shopping experience, boost sales, and improve customer service for leading retailers.

YouNow

Series A in 2013
YouNow, Inc. is a New York-based company established in 2011 that operates a live social networking platform allowing users to broadcast themselves in real-time to a global audience. Its application enables users to discover talented broadcasters, watch live streams, and engage in video chats. Accessible on iOS, Android, and web platforms, YouNow fosters a community where users can create and interact with diverse content. The company also operates PROPS, a blockchain-based platform that supports a decentralized economy for video applications, allowing users to buy virtual currency while content creators earn revenue through audience engagement. Additional offerings include Rize, which connects broadcasters with engaged viewers, and the WTF game show application, where contestants participate in live game shows through video chat. By blending broadcasting, gaming, and social networking, YouNow empowers individuals to express their creativity and forge meaningful connections.

Whoop

Seed Round in 2013
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.

PillPack

Series A in 2013
PillPack, Inc. is a pharmacy that specializes in organizing and delivering medications directly to customers' doors. Founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, the company provides a unique service by sorting medications into personalized packets, which are tailored to individual dosing schedules. In addition to prescription medications, PillPack also offers vitamins, over-the-counter products, inhalers, creams, and testing supplies. The company serves various clients, including healthcare providers and caregivers, throughout the United States. PillPack is also known for its online magazine, Folks, which highlights inspiring stories of individuals overcoming health challenges. As of September 2018, PillPack operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, expanding its reach and capabilities within the healthcare sector. Locations include Miami, Brooklyn, Somerville, Salt Lake City, and Austin.

Paddle8

Series B in 2013
Paddle8, Inc. is an online auction house specializing in fine art and collectibles, established in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles. The company offers monthly themed auctions and benefit auctions, focusing on items priced between $1,000 and $100,000, all vetted by expert specialists. Paddle8 aims to enhance the collecting experience by merging the trust and expertise of a traditional auction house with innovative technology and efficient operational solutions. It facilitates individual collectors in selling their works easily through its mobile app, which provides complimentary auction estimates. Paddle8 collaborates with over 350 non-profit organizations globally to host benefit auctions, helping these organizations achieve their fundraising goals. With a registered user base of nearly 800,000, Paddle8 ranks among the top auction houses outside of China, positioning itself as a significant player in the art and luxury collectibles market. The company became a subsidiary of Auctionata AG in 2016, further strengthening its presence in the online auction sector.

flok

Series A in 2013
flok LTD is a customer engagement and loyalty platform that offers a mobile application for both iOS and Android, enabling consumers to access loyalty plans and rewards from various vendors. The platform serves multiple industries, including food and drink, beauty, retail, health and fitness, entertainment, and services. Originally launched in 2011 as a digital punch card app, flok has evolved into a comprehensive customer communication solution that includes features such as chatbots, AI-assisted chat, automated and one-to-one messaging, and proximity campaigns. The company partners with a range of businesses from major retailers to local shops across multiple countries. Based in New York City with additional offices in Tel Aviv, flok was previously known as LoyalBlocks Ltd and has been a subsidiary of Wix.com since 2017.

CompStak

Series A in 2013
CompStak, Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an online database focused on commercial lease comparables, providing comprehensive deal information such as tenant names, addresses, rent, square footage, and landlord concessions. Established in 2011, CompStak employs a crowd-sourced model to collect data from brokers, landlords, appraisers, and researchers, facilitating the exchange of lease comps. The platform is utilized by various stakeholders in the real estate sector, including private equity funds, banks, asset managers, real estate investment trusts, and hedge funds, to conduct asset valuations and analyses prior to significant investments. Additionally, institutional owners leverage CompStak's data to compare properties effectively. The company has formed a strategic partnership with Knowledge Cubed to enhance its data offerings.

Plated

Seed Round in 2013
Plated is a company that delivers fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes directly to customers' doors, facilitating the preparation of home-cooked meals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Plated operates a subscription-based online platform that allows users to access ready-to-cook meal kits. This service caters to individuals who are passionate about cooking, enabling them to create restaurant-quality dishes at home and share these experiences with family and friends.

Locality

Seed Round in 2013
Locality Inc. is an online search engine that provides users with information about nearby businesses and local services, including prices, reviews, hours, and ratings. Utilizing a proprietary crowdsourcing platform, the company collects data from public listings to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date information. Established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Locality aims to simplify the process of discovering local services, much like how travel search engines streamline flight comparisons. This platform enables consumers to effortlessly find services tailored to their needs, whether searching for a yoga class in a new city or looking for a nearby salon. Locality was previously known as Centzy, Inc. before rebranding in November 2013.

PillPack

Seed Round in 2013
PillPack, Inc. is a pharmacy that specializes in organizing and delivering medications directly to customers' doors. Founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, the company provides a unique service by sorting medications into personalized packets, which are tailored to individual dosing schedules. In addition to prescription medications, PillPack also offers vitamins, over-the-counter products, inhalers, creams, and testing supplies. The company serves various clients, including healthcare providers and caregivers, throughout the United States. PillPack is also known for its online magazine, Folks, which highlights inspiring stories of individuals overcoming health challenges. As of September 2018, PillPack operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, expanding its reach and capabilities within the healthcare sector. Locations include Miami, Brooklyn, Somerville, Salt Lake City, and Austin.

Tutorspree

Venture Round in 2013
Tutorspree is an online platform that provides web-based tutoring services to students across various subjects, including math, science, language, social studies, programming, and English. Established in 2010 and based in New York, the company addresses inefficiencies in the tutoring market by leveraging technology to facilitate the discovery, matching, scheduling, and payment processes within a $7 billion domestic market. With a growing network of over 5,000 active tutors, Tutorspree allows educators, high school teachers, college professors, and other qualified individuals to connect with students seeking assistance. The platform enables tutors to create profiles that showcase their credentials and allows users to rate their experiences, fostering a community focused on effective learning outcomes.

Kitchensurfing

Seed Round in 2013
Kitchensurfing, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects chefs with individuals seeking to enhance their dining experiences at home. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform allows users to hire chefs for various occasions, including home-cooked meals, parties, and cooking lessons. With the goal of redefining the dining experience, Kitchensurfing addresses the challenges of modern households where time constraints often hinder home cooking. It promotes communal dining by offering services like Kitchensurfing Tonight, which provides freshly prepared meals by personal chefs in under 30 minutes for a reasonable price. This service serves as a convenient alternative to takeout, allowing families and couples to enjoy quality meals together. Kitchensurfing offers diverse experiences, from same-day chef bookings to elaborate cocktail parties, while emphasizing the use of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients to create high-quality dishes in the comfort of home. Through its offerings, Kitchensurfing aims to restore the significance of the dinner table in contemporary life.

Oyster

Seed Round in 2012
Oyster is a subscription service for ebooks and ebook retailer. Oyster also publishes the Oyster Review, an editorial magazine. Oyster was founded by Eric Stromberg, Andrew Brown, and Willem Van Lancker in 2012 and is based in New York, the United States.

SeatGeek

Venture Round in 2012
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also maintains offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, presenting users with a comprehensive view of available options. It employs a unique feature called 'Deal Score,' which rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers identify the best value for their purchases. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that utilizes user preferences to suggest local events that align with individual tastes. By streamlining the ticketing process and providing detailed information about venues and pricing, SeatGeek aims to enhance the overall experience for fans.

Kitchensurfing

Venture Round in 2012
Kitchensurfing, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects chefs with individuals seeking to enhance their dining experiences at home. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform allows users to hire chefs for various occasions, including home-cooked meals, parties, and cooking lessons. With the goal of redefining the dining experience, Kitchensurfing addresses the challenges of modern households where time constraints often hinder home cooking. It promotes communal dining by offering services like Kitchensurfing Tonight, which provides freshly prepared meals by personal chefs in under 30 minutes for a reasonable price. This service serves as a convenient alternative to takeout, allowing families and couples to enjoy quality meals together. Kitchensurfing offers diverse experiences, from same-day chef bookings to elaborate cocktail parties, while emphasizing the use of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients to create high-quality dishes in the comfort of home. Through its offerings, Kitchensurfing aims to restore the significance of the dinner table in contemporary life.

Moat

Series B in 2012
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

Paddle8

Series A in 2012
Paddle8, Inc. is an online auction house specializing in fine art and collectibles, established in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles. The company offers monthly themed auctions and benefit auctions, focusing on items priced between $1,000 and $100,000, all vetted by expert specialists. Paddle8 aims to enhance the collecting experience by merging the trust and expertise of a traditional auction house with innovative technology and efficient operational solutions. It facilitates individual collectors in selling their works easily through its mobile app, which provides complimentary auction estimates. Paddle8 collaborates with over 350 non-profit organizations globally to host benefit auctions, helping these organizations achieve their fundraising goals. With a registered user base of nearly 800,000, Paddle8 ranks among the top auction houses outside of China, positioning itself as a significant player in the art and luxury collectibles market. The company became a subsidiary of Auctionata AG in 2016, further strengthening its presence in the online auction sector.

Infinio

Seed Round in 2012
Infinio Systems Inc. specializes in developing software solutions aimed at enhancing storage performance in virtual environments. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, the company addresses a critical challenge faced by data center administrators: the need for improved storage performance rather than merely increasing hardware capacity. Infinio's software-only solution focuses on optimizing network-attached storage (NAS) performance, allowing businesses to improve their operational efficiency and customer experience without the high costs associated with additional storage hardware. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, which underscores its potential in the market.

Tutorspree

Seed Round in 2011
Tutorspree is an online platform that provides web-based tutoring services to students across various subjects, including math, science, language, social studies, programming, and English. Established in 2010 and based in New York, the company addresses inefficiencies in the tutoring market by leveraging technology to facilitate the discovery, matching, scheduling, and payment processes within a $7 billion domestic market. With a growing network of over 5,000 active tutors, Tutorspree allows educators, high school teachers, college professors, and other qualified individuals to connect with students seeking assistance. The platform enables tutors to create profiles that showcase their credentials and allows users to rate their experiences, fostering a community focused on effective learning outcomes.

Chloe + Isabel

Series A in 2011
Chloe + Isabel, established in 2011, is a New York-based social commerce jewelry company that empowers women through entrepreneurship. It offers a wide range of hand-crafted jewelry, as well as accessories and beauty products, sold through independent Merchandisers in the U.S. and online. The company's innovative platform enables Merchandisers to create personalized digital boutiques, earn commissions, and access training, trends, and insights to support their businesses. Founder and CEO Chantel Waterbury, with over 14 years of experience in jewelry design for major retailers, aims to empower women by providing an entrepreneurial opportunity through direct selling.

Moat

Series A in 2011
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

True Fit

Seed Round in 2011
True Fit Corporation operates a footwear and apparel personalization platform that leverages a vast database of fit and style data to enhance the online shopping experience. Founded in 2005 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers services designed to help consumers, brands, and retailers navigate the $1 trillion footwear and apparel market. Its Genome compiles extensive, attribute-rich data to enable retailers to provide personalized fit ratings and size recommendations through its Confidence Engine, significantly boosting revenue. Additionally, True Fit's Discovery Engine allows retailers to curate tailored collections for individual consumers, while the True Insight platform delivers valuable insights for optimizing marketing and product development. The company, previously known as True Apparel Company, has formed strategic partnerships, including one with Bamboo Rose, and is supported by a team of seasoned professionals from the fashion, retail, and technology sectors.

Contently

Debt Financing in 2011
Contently, established in 2011 by Joe Coleman, Dave Goldberg, and Shane Snow, is a fully remote, female-led technology company headquartered in New York City. It specializes in an end-to-end enterprise content marketing platform that combines advanced technology with expert content strategy and a global creative network. The platform enables businesses to create, distribute, optimize, and manage all corporate content centrally, streamlining approval processes for measurable results. Contently has been recognized as the top enterprise content creation platform by G2 and received Gartner Peer Insights' Customer Choice award.

Gobble

Venture Round in 2011
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Gobble offers chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, providing a convenient alternative to traditional cooking. The meal kits feature fresh ingredients that are prepped and portioned, allowing customers to enjoy the health benefits and satisfaction of home-cooked meals without the extensive time commitment. Gobble's diverse menu includes options for various dietary preferences, including global cuisines, vegetarian dishes, and kid-friendly meals. Additionally, the company provides choices for breakfast, lunch, and desserts, aiming to simplify mealtime for busy households. With operations spanning 47 states and offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, Gobble is committed to enhancing the cooking experience while allowing families to spend more quality time together at the table.

Jump Ramp

Series A in 2011
Jump Ramp Games, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, specializes in developing mobile gaming applications. Its flagship product, Lucktastic, offers free mobile casual games with real-world rewards, including gift cards from major brands. The company generates revenue through online advertising, lead generation, and mobile video services within the Lucktastic app. As of 2019, Jump Ramp operates as a subsidiary of MobilityWare, Inc.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.