Founders Committee

Otherwise Brewing is San Francisco's first gluten-free brewery, dedicated to producing high-quality gluten-free beer. Utilizing a proprietary brewing process and eco-friendly ingredients, the company offers a no-compromise drinking experience that closely resembles traditional craft beer. Their diverse range of gluten-free beers features a variety of flavors and incorporates a wide selection of cereal grains, providing customers with an appealing alternative to conventional beer. Otherwise Brewing aims to satisfy the palates of beer enthusiasts seeking gluten-free options without sacrificing taste or quality.

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Kredi is a neo bank building Africa's one-stop shop for digital financial services. Kredi is a platform that eliminates all the challenges of using multiple applications and allows users to manage all aspects of their financial lives. We are fully licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria. We provide access to digital financial services such as savings, credit, payment, investments, and insurance to all consumers in Nigeria in one place.

EvaBot Inc. operates an artificial intelligence platform designed to facilitate the sending of personalized corporate gifts tailored to the unique interests of recipients. The company serves a diverse clientele, including executives, real estate agents, event organizers, customer retention teams, recruiters, consultants, and agencies, enabling them to create memorable gifting experiences that maintain an element of surprise. By integrating with communication tools such as email and Slack, EvaBot automates the gifting process, matching recipients with curated products from various vendors based on their preferences. Founded in 2015 and originally named Vizzi Inc., the company rebranded to EvaBot Inc. in August 2017 and is headquartered in Fremont, California, with an additional office in Calgary, Canada.

Tribevest is a subscription-based online platform that simplifies collaboration among investor groups, enabling them to formalize, pool capital, and collectively invest in private assets such as single-family rental real estate and vacation homes. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the company is driven by a team of experienced entrepreneurs with significant expertise in marketplaces and payments. Tribevest employs AI-Human in-the-loop technology to enhance the investment process, offering predictive services that support groups throughout their multi-year investment journey. By uniting individuals with shared financial aspirations, Tribevest facilitates the pooling of resources and the management of investor partnerships, making it considerably easier for users to achieve their collective investment goals.

US Bitcoin Corporation operates data centers that secure the Bitcoin network through mining activities. It offers cost-effective mining services to clients, enabling them to participate in Bitcoin validation processes. The company prioritizes sustainability by utilizing low- and no-carbon energy sources for its operations.

Tribevest is a subscription-based online platform that simplifies collaboration among investor groups, enabling them to formalize, pool capital, and collectively invest in private assets such as single-family rental real estate and vacation homes. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the company is driven by a team of experienced entrepreneurs with significant expertise in marketplaces and payments. Tribevest employs AI-Human in-the-loop technology to enhance the investment process, offering predictive services that support groups throughout their multi-year investment journey. By uniting individuals with shared financial aspirations, Tribevest facilitates the pooling of resources and the management of investor partnerships, making it considerably easier for users to achieve their collective investment goals.

Dorothy is a technology-driven company focused on revolutionizing disaster recovery processes. It empowers individuals affected by disasters by connecting them with dedicated recovery specialists, ensuring fair, fast, and straightforward recovery experiences. The company's services include accurate flood zone mapping for exposure assessment and comparable insurance quotes, as well as recovery payments and services for property owners facing severe weather events. Dorothy aims to simplify the flood insurance process and help future homeowners reduce risk.

Return Brewing is a craft brewery that focuses on producing unique and flavorful beers using locally sourced ingredients. The company specializes in creating fruit and herb-infused brews by processing these ingredients in-house, which allows for a distinctive farm-direct approach. Return Brewing offers a variety of products, including seasonal and specialty beers that emphasize local garden styles. Through their innovative brewing techniques, they aim to provide customers with highly drinkable and enjoyable beer experiences.

Kitch is a commercial kitchen marketplace that connects underutilized kitchen spaces with food-related businesses. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, the platform serves a variety of clients, including delivery concepts, catering operations, food manufacturers, bakers, and mobile food vendors. By sourcing kitchen spaces from hotels, restaurants, clubs, commissaries, and ghost kitchen facilities, Kitch enables food entrepreneurs to expand their operations or launch new concepts with increased flexibility and lower investment costs. The marketplace is tailored for diverse uses such as menu testing, video shoots, and other culinary ventures.

EvaBot Inc. operates an artificial intelligence platform designed to facilitate the sending of personalized corporate gifts tailored to the unique interests of recipients. The company serves a diverse clientele, including executives, real estate agents, event organizers, customer retention teams, recruiters, consultants, and agencies, enabling them to create memorable gifting experiences that maintain an element of surprise. By integrating with communication tools such as email and Slack, EvaBot automates the gifting process, matching recipients with curated products from various vendors based on their preferences. Founded in 2015 and originally named Vizzi Inc., the company rebranded to EvaBot Inc. in August 2017 and is headquartered in Fremont, California, with an additional office in Calgary, Canada.

WorkChew Inc. is a marketplace platform that connects mobile and remote workers with coworking spaces available in restaurants and hotels across Chicago, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Founded in 2018 by Maisha Burt and Allyson McDougal, the company focuses on providing a productive and safe environment for remote workers. The platform offers a self-serve option where users can view available spaces, amenities, and book seats for short durations. Restaurants and hotels that partner with WorkChew retain all profits from food and beverage sales, while WorkChew earns a commission from conference room bookings at hotels. This innovative approach allows remote workers to access affordable coworking spaces equipped with essential services like high-speed Wi-Fi and food options, enhancing their work experience while supporting local businesses.

Gumroad, Inc. is an online service platform that facilitates the buying and selling of digital goods, including music albums, movies, design templates, source codes, eBooks, and merchandise. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Gumroad enables creators to upload their content and generate shareable links for distribution on social media. Customers can conveniently purchase these digital products using credit cards and receive access via email, allowing creators to connect directly with their audiences. The platform is designed to support creators in managing their sales and customer interactions, empowering them to earn a living from their work.

Dorothy is a technology-driven company focused on revolutionizing disaster recovery processes. It empowers individuals affected by disasters by connecting them with dedicated recovery specialists, ensuring fair, fast, and straightforward recovery experiences. The company's services include accurate flood zone mapping for exposure assessment and comparable insurance quotes, as well as recovery payments and services for property owners facing severe weather events. Dorothy aims to simplify the flood insurance process and help future homeowners reduce risk.