Galatea Bio
Venture Round in 2025
Galatea Bio is a biotechnology company based in the United States, founded by Carlos Bustamante, Nicholas Katsanis, and Alexander Ioannidis. The company focuses on improving diagnostic testing and accelerating drug discovery, particularly in underserved populations that have been historically underrepresented in genetics research. Galatea Bio operates a biobank that serves as a biosample-to-bioinformatics platform, utilizing advanced algorithms and innovative analyses to enhance genomic discovery. By identifying patients at risk for severe multi-inflammatory syndromes and infections, Galatea Bio aims to develop new tests, treatments, and cures that can significantly improve healthcare outcomes for diverse populations.
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.
Videowise
Seed Round in 2023
Videowise is a review application platform that automates product video reviews for online stores, enhancing the eCommerce experience. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Dover, Delaware, the platform automatically searches, verifies, syncs, and serves product video reviews sourced from various video streaming websites. It offers features such as floating widgets, a theme builder, real-time analytics, and ROI tracking. By leveraging these tools, Videowise aims to help eCommerce businesses boost customer conversions, increase shopper engagement, and enhance overall customer value.
Bridge Money
Seed Round in 2022
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It has developed a mobile banking platform that offers a variety of services including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). The platform also features a secure debit card with no associated fees, and users benefit from the absence of overdraft charges. Bridge Money focuses on empowering users to enhance their financial well-being on a daily basis.
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.
CultureScience
Pre Seed Round in 2022
CultureScience is a cloud-based platform focused on employee experience management, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The platform aggregates data from various operational tools to provide insights into team dynamics, including time management, capacity, and client demands. By detecting common causes of burnout, CultureScience aims to enhance workplace culture and improve employee retention. It offers tools such as weekly burnout reports and user-friendly dashboards that highlight critical information, including available focus time and after-hour email activity, helping organizations foster a healthier work environment.
Dayslice
Seed Round in 2022
Dayslice is a company focused on providing part-time earning solutions through its innovative software designed for solopreneurs. The platform enables individuals, including parentpreneurs and independent coaches, to establish storefronts that streamline their business operations. By simplifying the management of business tasks, Dayslice allows users to dedicate more time to their core activities and creative pursuits. The company's mission is to create a flexible work environment that accommodates the diverse needs of those seeking part-time opportunities while enhancing productivity and value delivery to their audiences. Dayslice is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.
Omnia Fishing
Venture Round in 2022
Omnia Fishing, LLC is an e-commerce platform that specializes in providing fishing gear tailored to specific bodies of water. Founded in 2018 and based in Golden Valley, Minnesota, the company utilizes a "shop-by-lake" concept, allowing anglers to discover and purchase gear relevant to their fishing locations. The platform features custom maps and a recommendation engine to help users find suitable products based on various factors such as water body, species, fishing styles, and seasonal conditions. Additionally, Omnia Fishing emphasizes fast shipping, enhancing the overall shopping experience for fishing enthusiasts.
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.
Otta is an online job portal focused on improving the job search experience for candidates, particularly within the tech sector. By prioritizing the needs of job seekers over those of companies, Otta aims to provide a fulfilling and user-friendly platform for finding employment. The portal offers personalized job recommendations based on individual preferences and saved searches, allowing candidates to find roles that align with their goals. Otta addresses common frustrations in the job market, such as the lack of salary transparency and diversity data in job listings, by implementing features that enhance the overall job search experience. Since its launch in January 2020, Otta has rapidly expanded, increasing from 1,000 applications sent per month to thousands daily across the UK and the US. As Otta continues to grow, it plans to broaden its scope beyond tech companies to assist more candidates in their job search journey.
Bridge Money
Seed Round in 2022
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It has developed a mobile banking platform that offers a variety of services including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). The platform also features a secure debit card with no associated fees, and users benefit from the absence of overdraft charges. Bridge Money focuses on empowering users to enhance their financial well-being on a daily basis.
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 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.
With a secure platform for the minting and redemption of physical-backed digital collectibles, Dibbs is the physical world’s onramp to Web3, helping brands and IP holders create a digital presence for their real-life collectibles and forge a new path for deeper connection within their communities. Launched in 2021, Dibbs has raised more than $15 million in venture capital from a variety of notable investors, ranging from Amazon, Tusk Venture Partners, Foundry Group, CourtsideVC, and Founder Collective; to athletes including Chris Paul, Channing Frye, Skylar Diggins-Smith, DeAndre Hopkins, Kevin Love and Kris Bryant. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA.
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.
Butlr Technologies Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, specializes in real-time occupancy and behavior analytics. The company operates a wireless-sensor device that anonymously detects human presence using low-resolution thermal data and advanced AI/machine learning. This data is translated into valuable insights, enabling optimized space layout and understanding of consumer behavior in retail and hospitality industries.
Omnia Fishing
Seed Round in 2021
Omnia Fishing, LLC is an e-commerce platform that specializes in providing fishing gear tailored to specific bodies of water. Founded in 2018 and based in Golden Valley, Minnesota, the company utilizes a "shop-by-lake" concept, allowing anglers to discover and purchase gear relevant to their fishing locations. The platform features custom maps and a recommendation engine to help users find suitable products based on various factors such as water body, species, fishing styles, and seasonal conditions. Additionally, Omnia Fishing emphasizes fast shipping, enhancing the overall shopping experience for fishing enthusiasts.
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 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.
With a secure platform for the minting and redemption of physical-backed digital collectibles, Dibbs is the physical world’s onramp to Web3, helping brands and IP holders create a digital presence for their real-life collectibles and forge a new path for deeper connection within their communities. Launched in 2021, Dibbs has raised more than $15 million in venture capital from a variety of notable investors, ranging from Amazon, Tusk Venture Partners, Foundry Group, CourtsideVC, and Founder Collective; to athletes including Chris Paul, Channing Frye, Skylar Diggins-Smith, DeAndre Hopkins, Kevin Love and Kris Bryant. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA.
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, 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 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.
CASHDROP
Seed Round in 2020
CASHDROP is a mobile commerce platform designed for mobile-savvy entrepreneurs, enabling them to establish an online storefront from their phones in under 15 minutes. Founded by Ruben Flores-Martinez in January 2020 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the platform allows businesses to sell food, retail products, services, and event tickets without incurring commission or monthly fees on contactless transactions. CASHDROP aims to streamline the selling process for entrepreneurs across various sectors, making it quick and easy to start a business. Additionally, the platform facilitates instant payments directly to debit cards, providing a fast and efficient way to send and receive money at any time, free from banking hours and weekend restrictions.
Brella Ltd., established in 2016 and based in Jyvaskyla, Finland, specializes in developing a mobile and web networking application. This platform facilitates connections among attendees at events, conferences, and live streams, utilizing a matchmaking algorithm to help professionals grow their business network and meet relevant individuals. Brella's primary goal is to streamline and enhance networking experiences, enabling users to find and engage with high-value contacts efficiently.
Otta is an online job portal focused on improving the job search experience for candidates, particularly within the tech sector. By prioritizing the needs of job seekers over those of companies, Otta aims to provide a fulfilling and user-friendly platform for finding employment. The portal offers personalized job recommendations based on individual preferences and saved searches, allowing candidates to find roles that align with their goals. Otta addresses common frustrations in the job market, such as the lack of salary transparency and diversity data in job listings, by implementing features that enhance the overall job search experience. Since its launch in January 2020, Otta has rapidly expanded, increasing from 1,000 applications sent per month to thousands daily across the UK and the US. As Otta continues to grow, it plans to broaden its scope beyond tech companies to assist more candidates in their job search journey.
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.
FairShake
Seed Round in 2020
FairShake Inc., formerly known as Radvocate Inc., is an Oakland, California-based company that offers automated dispute resolution services for consumers facing issues with phone, cable, and internet providers. Founded in 2018, FairShake aims to empower individuals by simplifying the process of resolving disputes and enhancing their understanding of consumer rights. The company's platform enables users to navigate conflicts with large corporations effectively, facilitating fair outcomes in a straightforward manner.
Badge is a technology company founded in 2019 and located in Fremont, California. It specializes in biometric and cryptocurrency-based identification software that focuses on secure identity management. The company's unified authentication tool employs lattice-based cryptography to empower users to manage their own cryptographic keys and personal identities. By enabling individuals to own their data, Badge offers a solution that reduces reliance on external entities, such as corporations or governments, for protection of sensitive information.
Health Note
Seed Round in 2020
Health Note is an AI chatbot platform that streamlines the process of collecting patient information and creating physician notes, thereby enhancing clinic workflows. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, the platform allows patients to engage in their own care by providing pre-visit information through a simple SMS link, eliminating the need for app downloads or sign-ins. This frictionless, platform-agnostic solution integrates seamlessly with electronic medical record systems, facilitating the documentation of physician-patient interactions and improving overall healthcare efficiency.
Otta
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Otta is an online job portal focused on improving the job search experience for candidates, particularly within the tech sector. By prioritizing the needs of job seekers over those of companies, Otta aims to provide a fulfilling and user-friendly platform for finding employment. The portal offers personalized job recommendations based on individual preferences and saved searches, allowing candidates to find roles that align with their goals. Otta addresses common frustrations in the job market, such as the lack of salary transparency and diversity data in job listings, by implementing features that enhance the overall job search experience. Since its launch in January 2020, Otta has rapidly expanded, increasing from 1,000 applications sent per month to thousands daily across the UK and the US. As Otta continues to grow, it plans to broaden its scope beyond tech companies to assist more candidates in their job search journey.
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.
Raise Commercial Real Estate
Seed Round in 2019
Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive commercial real estate brokerage services tailored for startups and high-growth companies seeking office spaces. The firm offers a range of planning services, including financial analysis, legal assistance, zoning, and site selection. Additionally, Raise provides buildout services encompassing workplace strategy, project management, and architectural support. Its operations services comprise move coordination, office management, furniture procurement, and lease administration. The company also assists clients with document management and commute analysis. Established in 2015 and originally known as HelloOffice, Inc., it rebranded to Raise Commercial Real Estate in November 2020. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and has additional offices in Los Angeles and Silicon Valley.
Inside Weather
Seed Round in 2019
Inside Weather is a designer and manufacturer of home and office furniture products. Customers can order products online, customize every detail, and have them delivered to their door in a few days. It was founded in Rancho Cordova, California in 2018 by Andy Beering and Cristian Petrus.
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 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.
Flatfile
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Flatfile Inc. is a company that specializes in data onboarding solutions, enabling developers to efficiently validate, map, and import CSV data from various web applications. Founded in 2018 and based in Denver, Colorado, Flatfile offers a platform that integrates seamlessly with software applications, allowing users to upload data through formats such as CSV, XLS, or TSV. Its key products include Portal, which provides an import button embedded via a JavaScript snippet, and Concierge, which creates secure collaborative workspaces for organizations to manage complex data ingestion challenges. The platform is designed to enhance developer productivity, reduce costs, and improve data quality by learning to identify and clean incoming data over time. Numerous companies, including AstraZeneca and Square, utilize Flatfile’s API-first platform to streamline their data import processes.
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 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.
Karuna Health
Seed Round in 2019
Karuna Health, Inc. is a company that develops a platform aimed at automating patient care management tasks for hospitals. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, its platform facilitates communication between patients and care managers, reminding patients of appointments and collecting health status information. The integrated solution provides a single platform that helps manage interactions among patients, family members, and healthcare teams. It includes tools for scheduling appointments, organizing transportation, and delivering automated reminders, all while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Karuna Health's goal is to enhance patient access to healthcare guidance and support throughout their care journey.
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.
Higharc
Seed Round in 2019
Higharc, Inc. is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2018. It offers a comprehensive web platform designed for the homebuilding industry, enabling builders to create three-dimensional home designs tailored to the specific needs of new homebuyers. The platform streamlines the design, construction, and sales processes by allowing users to manage plans, standards, and options in one location. Additionally, it generates accurate materials lists and provides permit-ready construction documents, which help eliminate material waste and costly errors. Higharc aims to enhance the homebuilding experience by enabling builders to deliver better homes and communities more affordably.
Trusted Health
Series A in 2019
Trusted, Inc. operates a digital employment platform specializing in connecting nurses with flexible job opportunities in the healthcare sector. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform serves as an automated online employment agency that simplifies the recruitment process for both candidates and employers. It allows nurses to manage their resumes, credentials, and certifications while providing real-time alerts about new job openings that match their experience and preferences. Trusted's flagship staffing platform, Trusted Works, addresses the critical staffing challenges faced by healthcare facilities by enabling them to build an on-demand nursing workforce. This platform offers a comprehensive solution for managing clinical workforce needs, including sourcing, onboarding, and compliance, while providing predictive insights to adapt to fluctuating demand. Trusted is supported by various venture capital firms and healthcare innovators, enhancing its role as a leader in the labor marketplace for healthcare professionals.
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, 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, 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 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.
Kasa Living
Seed Round in 2018
Kasa Living, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in rental accommodation booking services through an online platform. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company partners with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties to transform underutilized real estate into professionally managed rentals that cater to both business and leisure travelers. Kasa Living offers a range of services, including hotel check-in and apartment bookings, as well as property management. Its accommodations are available in various states across the United States, including Virginia, Georgia, Texas, and California, among others. Kasa Living aims to create a global accommodations brand by providing travelers with efficient access to affordable, home-like lodging options.
Scroll operates as an online subscription service, headquartered in the United States, providing access to high-quality journalism content. Its mission is to deliver engaging, noise-free articles from diverse sources, aiming to pierce filter bubbles and foster a sustainable reading experience focused on meaningful content.
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.
Lovevery, Inc. is a company based in Boise, Idaho, that specializes in manufacturing educational play products for babies and young children. Founded in 2015, Lovevery offers a range of toys designed by child development experts to support stage-based learning. Their flagship product, the Play Gym, includes various accessories such as a ball, batting ring, and teething rings, tailored to stimulate a child's senses and encourage developmental milestones. In addition to physical products, Lovevery provides parents with stage-based information and resources to enhance their children's learning experiences. The company has received recognition for its innovative offerings through awards from notable publications and organizations. Lovevery's products are available for purchase online, and the company has garnered support from several prominent investors.
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.
Crexi is a leading online marketplace for commercial real estate, established in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The platform serves as a comprehensive technology and data solution for commercial real estate professionals, facilitating streamlined management and accelerated deal closure. With millions of users, Crexi has become the most active marketplace in the sector, handling over 500,000 listings with a combined property value exceeding $1 trillion. The platform offers extensive features, including detailed property listings, deal management software, analytics, and reporting tools, all designed to enhance the buying and selling experience for brokers, buyers, and property owners. Employing more than 150 individuals, Crexi continues to support the commercial real estate industry and its stakeholders effectively.
Karuna Health
Seed Round in 2018
Karuna Health, Inc. is a company that develops a platform aimed at automating patient care management tasks for hospitals. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, its platform facilitates communication between patients and care managers, reminding patients of appointments and collecting health status information. The integrated solution provides a single platform that helps manage interactions among patients, family members, and healthcare teams. It includes tools for scheduling appointments, organizing transportation, and delivering automated reminders, all while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Karuna Health's goal is to enhance patient access to healthcare guidance and support throughout their care journey.
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.
Ampleforth
Venture Round in 2018
Ampleforth Limited is a non-profit charitable organization based in San Francisco, California, that operates on an Ethereum-based digital asset protocol. The organization aims to provide a bitcoin token designed to maintain stable purchasing power by adjusting its supply daily in response to market conditions and demand. This unique approach targets the CPI-adjusted purchasing power of the US dollar, ensuring that the number of tokens held in each user's wallet is proportionally increased or decreased according to fluctuations in the market. By doing so, Ampleforth seeks to offer a solution for crypto investors and customers dealing with the volatility of cryptocurrencies.
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, 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, 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.
Verkada
Seed Round in 2017
Verkada Inc. specializes in cloud-based physical security solutions, providing a comprehensive range of products designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency for various sectors, including healthcare, banking, education, retail, and government. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in London, Verkada's offerings include video security cameras, access control systems, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace software, and intercoms. These products are integrated into a unified cloud-based platform, known as Command, which allows users to manage and access security footage, monitor real-time conditions, and address potential risks across multiple locations. By focusing on simplicity and scalability, Verkada aims to empower organizations to respond effectively to security challenges and workplace inefficiencies.
Trusted Health
Seed Round in 2017
Trusted, Inc. operates a digital employment platform specializing in connecting nurses with flexible job opportunities in the healthcare sector. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform serves as an automated online employment agency that simplifies the recruitment process for both candidates and employers. It allows nurses to manage their resumes, credentials, and certifications while providing real-time alerts about new job openings that match their experience and preferences. Trusted's flagship staffing platform, Trusted Works, addresses the critical staffing challenges faced by healthcare facilities by enabling them to build an on-demand nursing workforce. This platform offers a comprehensive solution for managing clinical workforce needs, including sourcing, onboarding, and compliance, while providing predictive insights to adapt to fluctuating demand. Trusted is supported by various venture capital firms and healthcare innovators, enhancing its role as a leader in the labor marketplace for healthcare professionals.
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.
Sense360 Inc. operates a market research and analytics platform that provides enterprises with insights into consumer behavior in the marketplace. The company specializes in consumer behavioral intelligence and benchmarking, offering real-time data and industry-relevant benchmarks to help brands understand consumer spending patterns. Sense360 tracks consumer foot traffic and collects attitudinal survey data while analyzing spend data from debit and credit cards. Additionally, it conducts surveys on behalf of its clients, which include restaurants, retailers, and consumer packaged goods brands, both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2014 and based in Culver City, California, Sense360 has developed a platform that combines extensive datasets and survey data to deliver customized solutions for continuous measurement and optimization of business strategies. The company operates as a subsidiary of Medallia, Inc.
Shield AI
Series A in 2017
Shield AI Inc is an artificial intelligence robotics company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing advanced AI-powered systems for national security and first responders. Incorporated in 2015, the company specializes in creating technologies that enhance the safety of military personnel and civilians. Its flagship products include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology that operates effectively in GPS-denied environments, and Hivemind, an AI framework that allows various unmanned vehicles to learn from real and synthetic experiences, enabling autonomous operations without direct human control. Additionally, Shield AI has developed the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that can navigate contested environments and has been utilized in regions like the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations by leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies to execute complex tasks in dynamic and denied environments.
Smyte Inc. is a Software-as-a-Service company that offers trust and safety solutions for websites and mobile applications. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, Smyte employs a combination of manual heuristics, machine learning, and proprietary reputation data to assist businesses in proactively combating spam, fraud, bots, phishing, harassment, and account takeovers. The company's technology is designed to scale to complex trust and safety challenges, processing nearly five billion online actions each month. Smyte integrates its code into client platforms, allowing it to monitor user interactions and identify potentially harmful activities through an automated labeling system. This system flags suspicious behavior for manual review, enabling enterprises, marketplaces, and social networks to enhance security and maintain user trust. Smyte operates as a subsidiary of Twitter.
Conversion Logic
Series A in 2017
Conversion Logic is a company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in cross-channel attribution through its Software-as-a-Service platform. The platform is designed to provide digital and video media performance insights for brands, agencies, and advertising technology partners. By integrating user-level data via APIs, Conversion Logic employs a scientific approach to analyze which media dimensions yield the best return on investment. This analysis helps organizations optimize their marketing strategies by offering tactical insights related to frequency, placement, and creative elements. The platform leverages machine learning to enhance marketing efficiency and deliver predictive insights in real-time, allowing marketers to monitor and improve the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns across both online and offline channels. As of March 2020, Conversion Logic operates as a subsidiary of VideoAmp, Inc.
WorkJam
Venture Round in 2017
WorkJam, Inc. is a technology company that develops an employee engagement platform designed to enhance the relationship between employers and their front-line workforce. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional locations in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Melbourne, Australia, WorkJam offers a web and mobile app that can operate independently or be integrated with existing workforce management systems. The platform features tools for shift and task management, communication, training, and recognition, enabling shift-based, hourly, and non-desk workers to effectively manage their work life. By promoting agile scheduling and transformative communication, WorkJam empowers organizations in various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing, to improve operational efficiency, labor cost management, and customer experience through a more engaged workforce. The company also has a strategic partnership with Digital Goodie to further enhance its offerings.
SkipTheDishes
Seed Round in 2016
SkipTheDishes Restaurant Services Inc. is a technology company based in Winnipeg, Canada, that operates an application designed to connect users with local restaurants and food couriers. Founded in 2012, the application allows customers to conveniently order food for delivery or pickup from a wide range of local eateries and national chains, providing access to menus, ratings, and reviews to enhance their dining experience. The service operates in multiple Canadian cities, including Winnipeg, Calgary, and Ottawa, as well as select cities in the United States such as Columbus, Ohio, and Buffalo, New York. By facilitating food delivery, SkipTheDishes supports local restaurants in increasing their business and offers food couriers the opportunity to earn flexible income. The company has expanded its reach significantly since its inception, aiming to make quality food more accessible to busy customers.
Sudden Coffee
Seed Round in 2016
Sudden Coffee is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in high-quality instant coffee products. Founded in 2015 by Joshua Zloof and Kalle Freese, the company offers a subscription service for a variety of hand-crafted coffee options, including hot coffee, hot lattes, iced coffee, and iced lattes. Sudden Coffee is dedicated to providing café-quality coffee without the need for brewing; their process involves using premium beans that are brewed precisely and then distilled into a convenient powder form. This innovative approach allows consumers to prepare fresh-tasting coffee in seconds, making it accessible for coffee lovers everywhere.
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.
Scroll operates as an online subscription service, headquartered in the United States, providing access to high-quality journalism content. Its mission is to deliver engaging, noise-free articles from diverse sources, aiming to pierce filter bubbles and foster a sustainable reading experience focused on meaningful content.
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, 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.
Replicated
Series A in 2016
Replicated, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing tools for the distribution and management of third-party applications within enterprise environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Culver City, California, Replicated addresses the needs of organizations seeking to deploy Software as a Service (SaaS) applications securely within their own firewalls. Its platform enables software vendors to deliver cloud-native applications that can be installed and managed in private data centers or private cloud environments. This approach enhances security and control for clients while simplifying customer support processes associated with on-premises software solutions.
Joymode
Seed Round in 2016
Joymode, Inc. is a rental service based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in providing leisure equipment for short-term use. Founded in 2015, the company allows users to reserve and rent various outdoor gear, including tents, sleeping pads, stoves, and headlamps, through its mobile applications. Joymode aims to facilitate outdoor experiences by offering convenient access to necessary equipment without the commitment of ownership. The company operates from a unique downtown warehouse designed to foster a playful atmosphere, featuring activities such as giant Jenga and a bounce house.
PacketZoom
Venture Round in 2016
PacketZoom, Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in cloud services aimed at enhancing mobile application performance. Founded in 2013, the company has developed an end-to-end solution for analyzing, detecting, and resolving networking issues in real time, without requiring changes to the app code. PacketZoom's offerings include a mobile content delivery network that optimizes cloud file transfers, supports large dynamic content, and accelerates the performance of mobile games, shopping, travel, and news applications. Its solutions, such as mobile express lane and mobile IQ, are designed to improve mobile reliability and speed, ultimately providing valuable insights into app performance for developers and users alike. As of October 2018, PacketZoom operates as a subsidiary of Roblox Corporation.
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.
Shield AI
Seed Round in 2016
Shield AI Inc is an artificial intelligence robotics company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing advanced AI-powered systems for national security and first responders. Incorporated in 2015, the company specializes in creating technologies that enhance the safety of military personnel and civilians. Its flagship products include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology that operates effectively in GPS-denied environments, and Hivemind, an AI framework that allows various unmanned vehicles to learn from real and synthetic experiences, enabling autonomous operations without direct human control. Additionally, Shield AI has developed the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that can navigate contested environments and has been utilized in regions like the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations by leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies to execute complex tasks in dynamic and denied environments.
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, 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.
SkySafe
Seed Round in 2016
SkySafe, Inc. is a San Diego-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing anti-drone devices. The company's technology employs radio waves to neutralize drones and provides a comprehensive airspace security system designed to protect various entities, including governments, law enforcement, airports, and corporations, from drone threats. By utilizing advanced radio technology, reverse engineering, and in-depth threat analysis, SkySafe enables clients to monitor and control their airspace effectively. The company aims to create safe and secure environments as drone technology continues to evolve, leveraging a team of experts from prestigious institutions such as MIT and UC San Diego, as well as former personnel from the Air Force Research Lab.
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.
Crexi is a leading online marketplace for commercial real estate, established in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The platform serves as a comprehensive technology and data solution for commercial real estate professionals, facilitating streamlined management and accelerated deal closure. With millions of users, Crexi has become the most active marketplace in the sector, handling over 500,000 listings with a combined property value exceeding $1 trillion. The platform offers extensive features, including detailed property listings, deal management software, analytics, and reporting tools, all designed to enhance the buying and selling experience for brokers, buyers, and property owners. Employing more than 150 individuals, Crexi continues to support the commercial real estate industry and its stakeholders effectively.
Crexi is a leading online marketplace for commercial real estate, established in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The platform serves as a comprehensive technology and data solution for commercial real estate professionals, facilitating streamlined management and accelerated deal closure. With millions of users, Crexi has become the most active marketplace in the sector, handling over 500,000 listings with a combined property value exceeding $1 trillion. The platform offers extensive features, including detailed property listings, deal management software, analytics, and reporting tools, all designed to enhance the buying and selling experience for brokers, buyers, and property owners. Employing more than 150 individuals, Crexi continues to support the commercial real estate industry and its stakeholders effectively.
Civic Technologies
Seed Round in 2016
Civic Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in consumer identity theft protection and online identity fraud reduction services. Founded in 2015, Civic offers secure identity verification and payment solutions through user-friendly mobile applications available on both iOS and Android platforms. The company aims to empower individuals and businesses to control and protect their identities using advanced verification technology. Civic's blockchain-based ecosystem allows users to manage their identity information securely, facilitating seamless transitions between traditional currencies and cryptocurrencies. Additionally, Civic is developing identity.com, an open-source marketplace for identity verification services. With a focus on privacy and security, Civic enables customers to safely transact while meeting compliance requirements.
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.