G Squared

G Squared, established in 2011, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company invests in growth-stage, venture-backed companies across various sectors, including consumer internet, fintech, insurtech, mobility tech, and SaaS. G Squared partners with world-class entrepreneurs tackling significant challenges and provides both primary capital for growth and transitional capital for liquidity. The firm has invested in prominent companies such as 23andMe, Coursera, Instacart, and Lyft, as well as emerging disruptors like Asana, Brex, and Flexport. G Squared manages multiple funds, with its latest, G Squared V, investing between $2.5 million to $50 million per company.

Larry Aschebrook

Managing Partner

Ward Davis

Principal

Richard Harris

Partner

Spencer McLeod

Partner

Tyson Morgan

Partner

Eric Richardson

Principal

106 past transactions

Nourish

Series B in 2025
Nourish is a telehealth platform focused on enhancing health by facilitating access to evidence-based nutritional counseling. The company connects users with registered dietitians, who provide clinical-grade nutrition care through a virtual network. This approach allows individuals to receive personalized nutrition therapy, making it easier to maintain a healthy diet. Nourish's services are covered by health insurance, ensuring that users can access professional guidance without financial barriers. Through its platform, Nourish aims to support individuals in achieving their health and wellness goals.

Lambda

Series D in 2025
Lambda is a technology company specializing in deep-learning infrastructure. It provides cloud computing services tailored for large-scale artificial intelligence training and inference. The company offers servers and workstations pre-configured with popular machine learning frameworks, allowing clients to simplify and accelerate the development of complex AI models for tasks such as natural language processing and drug discovery. Lambda's product range includes on-premises GPU hardware and cloud-hosted GPUs, empowering AI engineers to construct, test, and deploy AI products efficiently and securely at scale.

Cover Genius

Series E in 2024
Cover Genius, established in 2012, operates a global insurance distribution platform that safeguards customers of e-commerce businesses. Its key products, XCover and RentalCover, deliver personalized insurance solutions in any country, language, and currency. The company's platform integrates end-to-end insurance and warranty capabilities, offers dynamic product recommendations, and optimizes pricing. Notably, it facilitates real-time claim payment, ensuring customers receive prompt protection against uncertainties. With headquarters in Sydney, Australia, Cover Genius maintains offices across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Philippines.

Anvilogic

Series C in 2024
Anvilogic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a detection automation platform designed to enhance automated threat detection and modernize security operations. Anvilogic's offerings include a modular detection engine, a collection of curated threat scenarios, and an AI security copilot, all of which help security teams improve detection coverage and reduce costs. The platform allows organizations to maintain their existing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems while integrating a scalable and cost-effective data lake for high-volume data sources. This approach minimizes the need for extensive changes in existing processes, enabling security operations teams in various sectors, including banking and technology, to effectively accelerate the identification and triage of threats.

Transfix

Series F in 2023
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.

Daki

Series D in 2023
Daki is a mobile application that functions as a digital supermarket, providing customers with access to a wide range of grocery supplies and everyday necessities. The platform enables users to conveniently order products from the comfort of their homes and ensures swift delivery, often within seconds. Daki's focus on multi-category grocery offerings aims to streamline the shopping experience, making it easier for customers to meet their daily needs through a user-friendly mobile interface.

JOKR

Series D in 2023
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

Getir

Series F in 2023
Getir, established in 2015, is a technology company based in Istanbul, Turkey. It specializes in on-demand delivery services, focusing on fast-moving consumer products such as groceries, household items, and personal care products. The company operates in major Turkish cities like Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara, Bursa, and Kocaeli. Getir's mobile application allows users to browse and purchase products, track their deliveries in real-time, and make secure mobile payments.

Turo

Secondary Market in 2023
Turo Inc. is an online car rental marketplace that connects local car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Turo allows users to list their cars for rent, offering options for local pickup, city delivery, and airport delivery. The platform provides a wide selection of vehicles at competitive prices, enabling car owners to earn income while providing convenient access to cars for renters. Turo facilitates a peer-to-peer car-sharing model, creating a vibrant community of trusted hosts and enhancing the travel experience for users. The company was formerly known as RelayRides, Inc. before rebranding in November 2015.

Wiz

Series D in 2023
Wiz, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020, with headquarters in Palo Alto, California, and an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company specializes in cloud security, providing enterprises with a platform that enables them to identify security issues within their public cloud infrastructure. Wiz's innovative solution offers a comprehensive, cloud-native visibility tool that analyzes the entire cloud environment, delivering a 360-degree view of security risks across various platforms, including clouds, containers, and workloads. The platform utilizes actionable, graph-based analysis to facilitate in-depth risk assessment and root cause analysis without the need for agents, allowing organizations to enhance their security posture effectively.

Choco

Venture Round in 2023
Choco is a company that has developed an ingredient ordering application aimed at connecting restaurants with suppliers worldwide. The application features a user-friendly interface similar to popular consumer apps, including a messenger-style chat for communication between suppliers and restaurants, and an intuitive ordering list that simplifies the process of acquiring ingredients. This platform effectively serves as a dedicated food delivery application for restaurants, streamlining their supply chain management.

JOKR

Series C in 2023
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

Choco

Venture Round in 2022
Choco is a company that has developed an ingredient ordering application aimed at connecting restaurants with suppliers worldwide. The application features a user-friendly interface similar to popular consumer apps, including a messenger-style chat for communication between suppliers and restaurants, and an intuitive ordering list that simplifies the process of acquiring ingredients. This platform effectively serves as a dedicated food delivery application for restaurants, streamlining their supply chain management.

Snyk

Series G in 2022
Snyk Ltd., established in 2015, specializes in a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that enhances application security. It focuses on identifying, rectifying, and monitoring known vulnerabilities across critical components of modern applications, including code, open-source libraries, containers, and infrastructure as code. Snyk's offerings, such as Snyk Code (static application security testing), container vulnerability management, and application security management, integrate seamlessly with developers' workflows, improving security posture, productivity, and collaboration. With over 1,200 global customers, including industry leaders like Google and Salesforce, Snyk is recognized for its developer-first approach and strategic partnerships.

Cover Genius

Series D in 2022
Cover Genius, established in 2012, operates a global insurance distribution platform that safeguards customers of e-commerce businesses. Its key products, XCover and RentalCover, deliver personalized insurance solutions in any country, language, and currency. The company's platform integrates end-to-end insurance and warranty capabilities, offers dynamic product recommendations, and optimizes pricing. Notably, it facilitates real-time claim payment, ensuring customers receive prompt protection against uncertainties. With headquarters in Sydney, Australia, Cover Genius maintains offices across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Philippines.

Truework

Series C in 2022
Truework is a platform that facilitates the verification of income and employment for banks, lenders, and other entities. By integrating with human resources and payroll systems, as well as sectors like lending and housing, the platform automates the processing of employment and income requests. This capability allows financial institutions and background check providers to efficiently approve or deny requests for verification. Truework emphasizes consumer control over personal data, positioning itself as a key player in the financial services and fintech sectors. Its API-enabled solution streamlines the verification process, enhancing efficiency for users in need of reliable employment and income information.

Anvilogic

Series B in 2022
Anvilogic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a detection automation platform designed to enhance automated threat detection and modernize security operations. Anvilogic's offerings include a modular detection engine, a collection of curated threat scenarios, and an AI security copilot, all of which help security teams improve detection coverage and reduce costs. The platform allows organizations to maintain their existing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems while integrating a scalable and cost-effective data lake for high-volume data sources. This approach minimizes the need for extensive changes in existing processes, enabling security operations teams in various sectors, including banking and technology, to effectively accelerate the identification and triage of threats.

Pagaya

Post in 2022
Pagaya is a financial technology company focused on transforming the asset management and lending landscapes through advanced machine learning and big data analytics. By utilizing sophisticated AI-driven credit analysis technologies, Pagaya aims to enhance the lending marketplace and improve the overall customer experience in the credit industry. The company's proprietary technology platform integrates into a network of partners to streamline access to credit while supporting institutional investors, including pension funds, insurance companies, and banks. Pagaya's emphasis on fixed income and alternative credit services reflects its commitment to delivering scalable performance and value within the financial sector. Operating primarily in the United States, Pagaya seeks to create a more efficient and effective credit ecosystem for both institutions and consumers.

airSlate

Series C in 2022
airSlate, Inc. is a global SaaS technology company based in Brookline, Massachusetts, specializing in workflow automation and document management solutions. Founded in 2006, the company offers a suite of tools that includes electronic signature services, no-code web form creation, and robotic process automation, enabling businesses to automate their document workflows efficiently. Its portfolio includes products like pdfFiller and signNow, which facilitate PDF editing and e-signature workflows. airSlate's solutions cater to various industries, including finance, human resources, legal, and marketing, and are designed to integrate seamlessly with popular platforms like Salesforce and MS Dynamics 365. The company also provides online certification programs focused on automation, empowering users to enhance their operational efficiency and achieve digital transformation.

SpotOn

Series F in 2022
SpotOn is a technology company founded in 2017 by Doron Friedman, Matt Hyman, and Zach Hyman, headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing innovative software and payment solutions tailored for small and midsize businesses. SpotOn offers a comprehensive, cloud-based platform that includes tools for payments, point-of-sale systems, marketing, website development, online ordering, appointments, eCommerce, digital loyalty, and review management. By integrating these services, SpotOn aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement for its clients. The company's mission is to empower businesses by delivering high-quality solutions at fair prices, supported by personalized local service.

Choco

Series B in 2022
Choco is a company that has developed an ingredient ordering application aimed at connecting restaurants with suppliers worldwide. The application features a user-friendly interface similar to popular consumer apps, including a messenger-style chat for communication between suppliers and restaurants, and an intuitive ordering list that simplifies the process of acquiring ingredients. This platform effectively serves as a dedicated food delivery application for restaurants, streamlining their supply chain management.

LinkSquares

Series C in 2022
LinkSquares, Inc. is a computer software company specializing in AI-powered contract management and analytics for in-house legal and finance teams. Founded in 2015 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, LinkSquares provides a platform that enables users to discover, report, and analyze contracts efficiently. Its offerings include full-text search, metadata extraction, automatic classification, custom reporting, and secure contract storage. By automating data extraction and organization, the platform helps clients reduce the time and costs associated with manual contract management, thereby streamlining legal operations and enhancing internal reviews and legal audits.

Forto

Series D in 2022
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Originally named FreightHub, the company rebranded in April 2020 and has developed a digital logistics platform that simplifies the management of international shipping, including FCL and LCL shipments, as well as air freight services. This user-friendly interface allows customers to optimize their global supply chain processes by providing real-time quotes, online booking, and digital freight tracking. With over 2,000 clients and a workforce exceeding 200 employees, Forto aims to enhance global trade and promote sustainability through its innovative logistics technology. The company operates nine global offices, emphasizing efficiency and transparency in logistics management.

Tilled

Series A in 2022
Tilled, Inc. operates a payments platform that provides a PayFac-as-a-Service solution, enabling business-to-business independent software vendors (ISVs) to monetize payments processed through their systems. Founded in 2019 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Tilled offers hosted payment forms, recurring payments, and split payments services. Its platform utilizes modern application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs) to facilitate seamless payment integration, allowing software companies to launch quickly without incurring upfront costs or needing additional staffing. By managing the complexities of payment facilitation, including regulatory compliance and associated liabilities, Tilled allows software vendors, marketplaces, and SaaS companies to focus on their core operations while generating revenue from credit card processing.

Bolt

Series F in 2022
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

Alice

Series C in 2021
Alice is a Brazilian healthcare company that is transforming health insurance through a comprehensive, technology-driven approach. The company has developed an end-to-end healthcare system that combines advanced technology and data analytics with proprietary primary care services. Alice focuses on creating strong connections between individuals and their healthcare teams, facilitating personalized care and improving clinical outcomes. Its offerings include assistance with appointment scheduling, health plan monitoring, and recommendations for specialist visits, all aimed at enhancing accessibility to healthcare services. By implementing value-based agreements with health providers, Alice delivers a superior healthcare experience while reducing costs for its clients.

Tipalti

Series F in 2021
Tipalti, Inc., established in 2010, specializes in accounts payable automation and global mass payments. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Israel, the company offers a comprehensive software solution that streamlines and automates the process of paying suppliers, partners, and publishers worldwide. Tipalti's platform covers all aspects of the payables workflow, including supplier onboarding, invoice processing, global funds disbursement, tax compliance, and payment reconciliation. By utilizing Tipalti, businesses can significantly reduce their supplier payment workload, strengthen financial controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve partner payment experiences, enabling them to focus on strategic growth.

JOKR

Series B in 2021
JOKR is a hyper-local delivery platform specializing in instant retail services for grocery and convenience products. It aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing fast and personalized delivery, typically within minutes or at scheduled times, thus saving customers valuable time. By utilizing a network of micro fulfillment centers, JOKR delivers a diverse range of both global and local products, while also emphasizing sustainability by minimizing food waste and supporting small businesses. The company operates in key Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo under the brand "DAKI." JOKR's commitment to a more relevant shopping experience and its innovative approach have positioned it as a significant player in the last-mile delivery market.

Workiz

Series C in 2021
Workiz Inc. develops field service scheduling software tailored for small to medium-sized on-demand businesses across various industries, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company provides an all-in-one platform that replaces outdated management methods such as pen and paper or spreadsheets. Its software encompasses a range of features, including job scheduling, service dispatch, online payments, invoicing, and client management, allowing businesses to streamline operations and enhance growth. Workiz serves a diverse clientele, including sectors like appliance repair, landscaping, and pest control, and has reported that clients experience an average revenue increase of 22% after implementing its platform. The company has gained recognition as a partner of both Facebook Playground and Google for Startups Accelerator, further establishing its presence in the North American field service market.

Upgrade

Series F in 2021
Upgrade Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices across North America, operates an online lending platform that combines access to personal loans and the Upgrade Card with free credit education tools and monitoring services. The company aims to provide affordable and responsible credit solutions to mainstream consumers, offering products such as personal loans and a unique credit card designed for use at retail locations nationwide. Additionally, Upgrade offers mobile banking products and educational resources to help consumers understand and manage their finances effectively.

Gorillas

Series C in 2021
Gorillas, established in Berlin, Germany in May 2020, operates a grocery delivery platform that aggregates supermarket product ranges for swift delivery to consumers' doorsteps. Their service offers a wide variety of products, including fresh produce, dairy items, vegan options, cooled drinks, and unique selections from local community partners, with the aim of delivering orders within just 10 minutes.

Wiz

Secondary Market in 2021
Wiz, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2020, with headquarters in Palo Alto, California, and an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company specializes in cloud security, providing enterprises with a platform that enables them to identify security issues within their public cloud infrastructure. Wiz's innovative solution offers a comprehensive, cloud-native visibility tool that analyzes the entire cloud environment, delivering a 360-degree view of security risks across various platforms, including clouds, containers, and workloads. The platform utilizes actionable, graph-based analysis to facilitate in-depth risk assessment and root cause analysis without the need for agents, allowing organizations to enhance their security posture effectively.

Cover Genius

Series C in 2021
Cover Genius, established in 2012, operates a global insurance distribution platform that safeguards customers of e-commerce businesses. Its key products, XCover and RentalCover, deliver personalized insurance solutions in any country, language, and currency. The company's platform integrates end-to-end insurance and warranty capabilities, offers dynamic product recommendations, and optimizes pricing. Notably, it facilitates real-time claim payment, ensuring customers receive prompt protection against uncertainties. With headquarters in Sydney, Australia, Cover Genius maintains offices across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Philippines.

PandaDoc

Series C in 2021
PandaDoc is a document automation software company that specializes in digital transaction management. Its platform streamlines the life-cycle of contracts, sales proposals, and other documents by integrating with various systems, including customer relationship management, enterprise resource planning, payment, and cloud storage solutions. PandaDoc provides built-in electronic signatures, workflow management, and a document builder, allowing clients to efficiently create, edit, and sign documents. This enhances document workflow and provides valuable insights, ultimately improving speed and efficiency for organizations.

Airwallex

Series E in 2021
Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that aims to streamline international transactions for businesses by eliminating the complexities and costs associated with traditional financial systems. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including payment processing, treasury management, and spend management, all integrated into a single platform. By leveraging an ecosystem of application programming interfaces, automation, and local payment networks, Airwallex enables clients to issue and pay invoices in their preferred currencies at mid-market foreign exchange rates. The platform is designed to support entrepreneurs and businesses in achieving their global objectives by providing seamless access to financial tools and opportunities worldwide.

Picsart

Series C in 2021
PicsArt, Inc. is the world's largest digital creation platform, specializing in photo and video editing tools designed for users at all skill levels. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Miami, with an additional office in Yerevan, Armenia, the company offers a comprehensive suite of features through its mobile and web applications. Its flagship app provides an array of options for photo manipulation, drawing, and collage making, including customizable filters, text overlays, and a GIF generator. Additionally, PicsArt hosts a vibrant community for creative collaboration, allowing users to share and collectively edit images. The platform also features a dedicated app for children, as well as a messaging system that enhances the shared creative experience. By combining its extensive open-source content collection with AI-powered tools, PicsArt serves consumers, marketers, content creators, and businesses alike, facilitating both personal and professional design projects.

Bolt

Series E in 2021
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

Forto

Series C in 2021
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Originally named FreightHub, the company rebranded in April 2020 and has developed a digital logistics platform that simplifies the management of international shipping, including FCL and LCL shipments, as well as air freight services. This user-friendly interface allows customers to optimize their global supply chain processes by providing real-time quotes, online booking, and digital freight tracking. With over 2,000 clients and a workforce exceeding 200 employees, Forto aims to enhance global trade and promote sustainability through its innovative logistics technology. The company operates nine global offices, emphasizing efficiency and transparency in logistics management.

Thumbtack

Series I in 2021
Thumbtack, Inc. is an online services marketplace based in San Francisco, California, that connects homeowners with skilled professionals across various fields. Established in 2008, the platform enables users to find and hire service providers such as movers, contractors, plumbers, electricians, and photographers, among others. Thumbtack offers personalized guidance to homeowners, helping them understand what tasks need to be completed and when, while providing access to a network of approximately 300,000 local service businesses. The platform not only facilitates hiring for home improvement and maintenance but also covers a broad range of services, including event management, health and wellness, personal counseling, and technical support. By analyzing bids from professionals, Thumbtack helps users determine the true cost of their projects, making the process of managing home services more straightforward and efficient.

FabFitFun

Secondary Market in 2021
FabFitFun, Inc. is a subscription-based lifestyle company that specializes in providing curated boxes of health and beauty products to its customers. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company delivers seasonal gift boxes every three months, which include full-size items from both premium and emerging brands across categories such as beauty, fashion, wellness, and fitness. In addition to its subscription service, FabFitFun offers an online platform featuring lifestyle content on various topics, including health, fitness, entertainment, and shopping, aimed particularly at women. The company also engages its audience through a daily email service that provides tips on beauty, wellness, and fashion. FabFitFun operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V., fostering a community focused on enabling women to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Sunbit

Series D in 2021
Sunbit, Inc. is a financing service provider that enables users to split purchases into affordable payments, enhancing financial accessibility for everyday needs. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning technology to approve a majority of applicants, thereby reducing the financial stress associated with larger purchases. Sunbit offers a point-of-sale lending platform that is integrated into various service locations, including auto dealerships, optical practices, dental offices, and specialty healthcare services. In addition to its financing solutions, Sunbit provides tools such as tablets, scanners, and informational sheets to assist retailers in facilitating transactions. The company also has mobile applications available on major platforms, allowing users to access its services conveniently from their smartphones.

Inari

Series D in 2021
Inari is a biotechnology company focused on transforming agriculture to positively impact society and the environment. By emphasizing diversity in its operations, Inari fosters innovation aimed at developing a new food system. The company utilizes advanced technology, including predictive design and multiplex gene editing, to maximize the potential of seeds. Its distinctive SEEDesign platform enables the enhancement of various crops tailored to specific geographic conditions, facilitating the creation of innovative agricultural products with clear market strategies.

Collective Health

Series F in 2021
Collective Health is a prominent health benefits platform that streamlines the management of medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services for employees and their families. By offering an integrated solution through a cloud-based self-insurance platform, the company simplifies the administration of health plans via a single portal. This platform provides users with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to facilitate the navigation and management of healthcare services. Collective Health aims to reduce the complexities of delivering health benefits, enhance the member experience, and promote healthier outcomes for both employees and organizations. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Chicago, Illinois, and Lehi, Utah.

Chili Piper

Secondary Market in 2021
Chili Piper is a developer of automated scheduling tools designed to enhance the efficiency of sales teams by facilitating seamless appointment scheduling with leads. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers an intelligent concierge product that enables prospects to book meetings or initiate phone calls immediately after submitting a form on a website. Utilizing smart rules, Chili Piper qualifies and distributes leads to the appropriate sales representatives in real-time. Additionally, its software automates the lead handoff process from Sales Development Representatives to Account Executives, as well as booking meetings from marketing campaigns and live events. By streamlining these processes, Chili Piper allows businesses to maintain consistent engagement with customers and prospects, ultimately increasing productivity and improving job satisfaction within revenue teams.

Moda Operandi

Venture Round in 2021
Moda Operandi, Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion products, including clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, home goods, bridal items, and accessories for men, women, and children. Founded in 2010, the company connects consumers directly with both established and emerging designers through its innovative platform, which includes online designer trunk shows that allow customers to preorder products. This approach not only facilitates the discovery of diverse fashion offerings but also supports designers in expanding their businesses through a robust global network. Moda Operandi ships products domestically and internationally, providing a curated selection that enables customers to access trending and luxury brands.

Next Insurance

Series E in 2021
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing various insurance products and services tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers business, general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation insurance. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance eliminates the need for agents and reduces costs, enabling it to offer competitive pricing. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, cleaning, beauty, therapy, entertainment, and education. Additionally, Next Insurance prioritizes timely claims processing, often investigating claims within 48 hours to ensure transparency and efficiency for its clients.

Tipalti

Secondary Market in 2021
Tipalti, Inc., established in 2010, specializes in accounts payable automation and global mass payments. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Israel, the company offers a comprehensive software solution that streamlines and automates the process of paying suppliers, partners, and publishers worldwide. Tipalti's platform covers all aspects of the payables workflow, including supplier onboarding, invoice processing, global funds disbursement, tax compliance, and payment reconciliation. By utilizing Tipalti, businesses can significantly reduce their supplier payment workload, strengthen financial controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve partner payment experiences, enabling them to focus on strategic growth.

UiPath

Secondary Market in 2020
UiPath Inc. specializes in designing and developing robotic process automation software for enterprises, aiming to enhance business efficiency through automation. Its comprehensive platform enables hyper-automation by identifying automation opportunities driven by artificial intelligence and human collaboration. The solution facilitates the creation, management, deployment, and optimization of automation across various business processes, including finance, healthcare, human resources, and legal operations. By utilizing a combination of robotic process automation and application programming interfaces, UiPath allows organizations to automate repetitive tasks, offering enhanced control and governance, with deployment options available both in the cloud and on-premises. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in New York, UiPath serves a diverse range of industries, including finance, insurance, telecommunications, and public sector entities.

Market Kurly

Secondary Market in 2020
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Callisto Media

Series D in 2020
Callisto Media, Inc. is a publishing company based in Berkeley, California, specializing in printed and audio books. It operates under several imprints, including Rockridge University Press, Garamond Press, and Hyacinth. The company leverages data and technology to identify and meet consumer demands, focusing on long-form content in book format. As one of the fastest-growing entities in the global publishing industry, which is valued at $106 billion, Callisto Media aims to provide a diverse range of products, services, and experiences that align with the interests of its audience.

Evidation Health

Secondary Market in 2020
Evidation Health, Inc. specializes in developing digital tools and technologies for healthcare data analytics. The company connects digital health firms with healthcare providers and payers through its advanced platform, which transforms everyday behavior data from various sources, including sensors and devices, into actionable insights regarding health and disease. Its products include a Data Platform that analyzes this high-frequency behavior data and a technology-enabled service called Studies, which facilitates real-world research to support clinical and commercial efforts. By focusing on the interplay between everyday behaviors and health outcomes, Evidation aims to empower individuals and healthcare companies to improve health management outside traditional clinical settings. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company also operates additional offices in San Francisco and Santa Barbara.

Synack

Secondary Market in 2020
Synack, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that offers a crowdsourced security platform focused on penetration testing. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Synack connects organizations with a network of skilled ethical hackers who utilize proprietary scanning technology to assess security vulnerabilities. The platform provides a secure virtual testing environment where researchers can evaluate systems, helping to ensure data integrity, privacy, and confidentiality for clients. Synack's services encompass application security, cloud security, vulnerability management, and more, facilitating continuous testing of attack surfaces. By combining human intelligence from ethical hackers with artificial intelligence technology, Synack delivers scalable, efficient security assessments that yield actionable insights for organizations seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture.

Unqork

Series C in 2020
Unqork Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a no-code enterprise application platform, designed to assist financial and insurance sectors in managing their client lifecycle. Founded in 2016, Unqork enables organizations to build, deploy, and manage complex applications without the need for traditional coding. This approach allows large enterprises to create custom software more efficiently and at a lower cost compared to conventional methods. The platform not only streamlines the product sales process but also enhances customer experience across various industries, including real estate, government, education, and healthcare. Unqork's innovative solutions significantly improve the quality and speed of software development for its clients.

Dialpad

Series E in 2020
Dialpad, Inc. is a cloud-based communications platform that specializes in enterprise solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including voice, video, group messaging, SMS, MMS, conferencing, and sharing of screens and documents. Founded in 2002 and based in San Francisco, the company has transformed its offerings through AI-powered features such as real-time transcription, automated note-taking, live sentiment analysis, and voice analytics. Dialpad's products, which include Dialpad, Dialpad Sell, UberConference, and Dialpad Contact Center, are designed to enhance collaboration and communication for businesses, enabling employees to work securely from any location and device. The company serves notable clients such as Motorola Solutions, ClassPass, Warby Parker, and Vivint, and has strategic partnerships with industry leaders like SoftBank Corp. Dialpad was previously known as Switch Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2016.

Toss

Series G in 2020
Toss is a South Korea-based mobile financial service platform developed by the fintech startup Viva Republica, established in 2011 by Seunggun Lee in Seoul. The platform offers a range of services aimed at simplifying financial management for users, including peer-to-peer money transfers, credit score management, and bank account oversight. Additionally, Toss provides access to loan and insurance plans, facilitates bill splitting, and supports QR payments. These features collectively enable users to handle their financial needs efficiently and conveniently.

Omio

Venture Round in 2020
Omio is a travel platform founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. It enables users to compare, plan, and book various modes of transportation, including trains, buses, and flights. The platform features a multi-mode search tool that pulls data from diverse sources to suggest optimal travel routes and nearby airports, allowing users to visualize and compare options based on cost and travel time. Omio focuses on long-distance travel planning, providing real-time price comparisons and booking capabilities tailored to individual preferences for dates and locations. The service caters to travel enthusiasts seeking a simple, flexible, and personalized way to organize their journeys.

Coursera

Series F in 2020
Coursera, Inc. is an online education platform that provides access to a wide range of courses offered by over 140 universities and organizations globally. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Coursera serves more than 20 million registered learners with over 1,000 courses spanning various fields, including arts, business, computer science, data science, and personal development. The platform enables users to engage with educational content through video lectures, interactive quizzes, and peer-graded assessments, promoting both career advancement and personal enrichment. Coursera operates through three segments: Consumer, Enterprise, and Degrees, with the majority of its revenue coming from individual learners seeking practical skills and professional certifications. The company aims to make education affordable, accessible, and relevant, leveraging technology and data to enhance the learning experience.

Maisonette

Series B in 2020
Maisonette Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in baby and children's products, offering a curated selection of fashion, accessories, toys, furniture, and home decor for children aged 0-12. Established in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Maisonette aggregates a diverse range of quality items from a global network of brands and boutiques. This platform serves as a one-stop shopping destination for parents, providing them with a unified portal to access style-driven products at various price points, thereby simplifying the shopping experience for children's lifestyle needs.

Fast

Secondary Market in 2020
Fast's mission is to make buying online faster, safer and easier for everyone. Its Fast Login and Fast Checkout product enable a one-click sign-in and purchasing experience that makes it easier for people to buy and merchants to sell. The company's products work on any browser, device or platform for consistent, stress-free purchasing, either on a merchants own domain or through headless checkout on any other website. Fast invests heavily in its user privacy and security, with a Zero Fraud Guarantee on chargebacks for sellers. Headquartered in San Francisco, Fast is a privately held company founded by Domm Holland and Allison Barr Allen and funded by Stripe, Addition, Index Ventures, Susa Ventures and Sugar Capital. Headquartered in San Francisco, Fast is a privately held company funded by Stripe, Index Ventures, Susa Ventures, Global Founders Capital, and Brian Sugar – who also serves on the board.

Sonder Holdings

Secondary Market in 2020
Sonder Canada Inc. specializes in leasing hotel-style apartments to travelers, offering a range of accommodations from rooms to suites and apartments. Founded as Flatbook Corp. and rebranded in 2016, Sonder has expanded its presence across more than 30 cities in eight countries on three continents. The company focuses on delivering a seamless hospitality experience through thoughtfully designed spaces and a tech-powered service model. Its innovative app facilitates self-service features and provides 24/7 support for guests, enhancing convenience and accessibility. Sonder generates revenue by offering both short-term and month-to-month accommodations, with all units carefully selected, designed, and managed by the company.

Toast

Series F in 2020
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based restaurant technology company that specializes in developing an all-in-one point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast offers a cloud-based system designed specifically for restaurants, enabling functionalities such as tableside ordering, real-time reporting, online ordering, and labor management. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and bakeries, and supports over 120,000 locations across the United States. Toast generates revenue through software subscription fees, transaction processing commissions, and additional services such as hardware installation and professional support. By facilitating payment transactions on its platform, Toast processed approximately $126 billion in gross volume in 2023, demonstrating its significant role in the restaurant technology landscape.

Asana

Secondary Market in 2020
Asana, Inc. operates a work management platform designed for individuals and teams to enhance productivity and engagement. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers its services as a cloud-based software solution that enables users to organize, track, and manage work effectively. Asana's platform allows teams to create projects, assign tasks, set deadlines, and communicate seamlessly, supporting various applications from small projects to large strategic initiatives. Its tools improve project and process management efficiency, providing real-time visibility into workflows and facilitating reporting and automation. Asana generates revenue through subscription-based pricing, catering to the needs of diverse organizations.

Wefox

Series B in 2019
Wefox is a technology company specializing in the insurance sector. It operates a digital platform that connects insurance providers, brokers, businesses, and customers, facilitating access to various insurance solutions. The company focuses on indirect sales, partnering with intermediaries to expand its market reach. Wefox's platform offers services such as policy management, claims settlement, and quotation generation for a range of insurance types, including health, liability, and disability.

Convoy

Series D in 2019
Convoy, Inc. operates an online marketplace that provides digital freight network services, enabling users to book local and regional trucks on demand for transporting goods, ranging from single pallets to full truckloads. The company offers a mobile application that features real-time shipment tracking, status updates, and ensures on-time deliveries. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, Convoy aims to enhance efficiency in the trucking industry, which is valued at $800 billion and is responsible for significant carbon emissions from empty trucks. By utilizing technology and data, Convoy addresses issues of waste and inefficiency, ultimately saving money for shippers, increasing earnings for drivers, and reducing carbon waste. The platform facilitates instant quotations, online bookings, automated loading suggestions, and online payments, all of which contribute to improved operational efficiency and cost reduction for clients.

Metromile

Secondary Market in 2019
Metromile, Inc. is a digital insurance platform based in San Francisco, California, specializing in pay-per-mile car insurance. The company provides real-time, personalized auto insurance policies that cater to the needs of modern drivers, utilizing data science to offer pricing that reflects actual mileage rather than traditional estimates. Metromile's services include the Metromile Pulse, a wireless device that connects to the car's onboard diagnostics port to track mileage, location, and driving behavior. This data collection supports the company's automated claims process and complimentary smart driving features, resulting in average savings of 47% compared to previous insurance costs. Additionally, Metromile licenses its technology platform to insurance companies globally, enabling them to enhance operational efficiency, automate claims, and reduce fraud losses. Originally founded as Fair Auto, Inc. in 2011, the company rebranded to Metromile in 2012.

Brex

Secondary Market in 2019
Brex Inc. is a financial technology company that provides corporate credit cards and integrated financial services to businesses. Established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Brex has additional offices in Draper, Utah; Vancouver, Canada; and New York, New York. The company offers the Brex Mastercard Corporate Credit Card, which features reward programs for various categories, including rideshare, travel, dining, and software subscriptions. By combining financial services with existing software applications, Brex enables businesses to streamline their financial operations and empower employees to make informed financial decisions. This innovative approach helps companies navigate the complexities of the modern business environment and enhances their growth potential.

Kitchen United

Series B in 2019
Kitchen United, Inc. is a food production company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in offering shared commercial kitchen spaces designed for restaurants, catering services, pop-ups, mobile food vendors, and startups. By providing turnkey solutions and business intelligence resources, Kitchen United enables food service providers to expand their operations with minimal financial risk. The company facilitates food production for pick-up and delivery, catering to the growing demand for convenient dining options. Kitchen United operates multiple locations across major cities, including Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, and Scottsdale, thereby supporting a diverse range of culinary entrepreneurs in realizing their business potential.

Capsule

Series C in 2019
Capsule Corporation is an online retail pharmacy founded in 2015 and based in New York. The company focuses on transforming the pharmacy industry by providing a digital platform that facilitates the delivery of prescription medications. Capsule’s service allows patients to receive same-day delivery of their prescriptions and enables them to switch refills from their previous pharmacies. By leveraging technology, Capsule aims to improve the pharmaceutical experience for patients, doctors, hospitals, insurers, and manufacturers, emphasizing the importance of personal care within the healthcare system. Capsule has successfully raised $70 million in funding to support its mission of enhancing pharmacy services.

Lemonade

Secondary Market in 2019
Lemonade, Inc. is an innovative insurance company that provides a range of insurance products in the United States and Europe, including homeowners, renters, and landlord insurance. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and behavioral economics to streamline the insurance process, eliminating traditional brokers and paperwork. By employing advanced technology, Lemonade offers instant service and sets competitive rates for its policies. The company also acts as an agent for other insurance providers, further expanding its offerings. With a commitment to social good, Lemonade aims to transform the insurance industry by prioritizing transparency and efficiency.

Bolt

Series C in 2019
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

Blend

Series E in 2019
Blend is a digital lending platform based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Erin Collard, Eugene Marinelli, Nima Ghamsari, and Rosco Hill. The company provides a cloud-based software solution that simplifies the application process for mortgages, consumer loans, and deposit accounts. By optimizing the customer journey, Blend enables financial institutions to enhance their services from application to closing. Its platform is utilized by over 285 leading banks, including Wells Fargo and U.S. Bank, facilitating the processing of more than $4 billion in loans daily. The company's offerings include a suite of products that streamline the entire origination process and a Title segment designed to improve the title, settlement, and closing procedures for various mortgage-related products. Blend's focus is on helping lenders acquire more customers, increase productivity, and strengthen customer relationships.

Collective Health

Series E in 2019
Collective Health is a prominent health benefits platform that streamlines the management of medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services for employees and their families. By offering an integrated solution through a cloud-based self-insurance platform, the company simplifies the administration of health plans via a single portal. This platform provides users with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to facilitate the navigation and management of healthcare services. Collective Health aims to reduce the complexities of delivering health benefits, enhance the member experience, and promote healthier outcomes for both employees and organizations. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Chicago, Illinois, and Lehi, Utah.

Toast

Series E in 2019
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based restaurant technology company that specializes in developing an all-in-one point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the food service and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast offers a cloud-based system designed specifically for restaurants, enabling functionalities such as tableside ordering, real-time reporting, online ordering, and labor management. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and bakeries, and supports over 120,000 locations across the United States. Toast generates revenue through software subscription fees, transaction processing commissions, and additional services such as hardware installation and professional support. By facilitating payment transactions on its platform, Toast processed approximately $126 billion in gross volume in 2023, demonstrating its significant role in the restaurant technology landscape.

Wefox

Series B in 2019
Wefox is a technology company specializing in the insurance sector. It operates a digital platform that connects insurance providers, brokers, businesses, and customers, facilitating access to various insurance solutions. The company focuses on indirect sales, partnering with intermediaries to expand its market reach. Wefox's platform offers services such as policy management, claims settlement, and quotation generation for a range of insurance types, including health, liability, and disability.

Flexport

Series D in 2019
Flexport, established in 2013, is a San Francisco-based company specializing in global freight forwarding and customs brokerage services. It offers an online platform that simplifies and streamlines international trade for businesses. Flexport's services include customs clearance, freight transportation by ocean, air, and road, along with value-added services such as cargo insurance, warehousing, and trade finance. The company's user-friendly dashboard enables clients to understand, purchase, manage, and track these services in real-time, optimizing their supply chain and logistics operations.

Fair

Series B in 2018
Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.

Transfix

Series D in 2018
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.

Indigo

Secondary Market in 2018
Indigo is an agricultural technology company dedicated to enhancing the sustainability and productivity of agriculture through its expertise in plant microbiomes. By leveraging a database of genomic microbe information, Indigo identifies and applies beneficial microbes to crops, primarily through seed coatings. This approach not only helps optimize plant health and yields but also aims to improve farmer profitability. Additionally, Indigo is committed to addressing broader agricultural challenges by promoting practices that reduce reliance on water, nitrogen fertilizers, and pesticides. Through these innovations, Indigo seeks to better serve the needs of farmers and consumers alike, contributing to the capacity to feed a growing global population while fostering sustainable farming practices.

Airbnb

Secondary Market in 2018
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.

Meituan

Secondary Market in 2018
Meituan, established in 2010 and headquartered in Beijing, China, operates a comprehensive online platform offering retail and group buying services. It specializes in delivering Chinese food from local restaurants and provides online group discounts for a wide range of sectors, including movies, groceries, restaurants, entertainment, and health/fitness. As of 2020, Meituan holds a dominant 70.7% share in China's food delivery market. Its revenue streams are primarily derived from on-demand services (58%), hotel booking, coupon sales, and advertising (17%), with new initiatives contributing the remaining 25%. These new initiatives, such as community group buying and non-food delivery, are poised to transform Meituan into a broader grocer and logistics business, potentially surpassing food delivery as its primary focus.

Peloton

Series F in 2018
Peloton is an innovative company in the fitness industry, established in 2012 and headquartered in New York. It operates an interactive fitness platform, offering a unique blend of high-quality hardware, engaging software, and diverse content. Peloton's primary offerings include connected fitness products, such as stationary bikes and treadmills, along with related accessories. The company generates significant revenue from its subscription services, which provide access to live and on-demand fitness classes led by elite instructors. These classes are enhanced by performance tracking metrics and a real-time leaderboard, fostering a socially connected and motivating workout environment. Peloton sells its products online and through a growing number of showrooms across the United States, primarily catering to a North American audience while also expanding into international markets.

Getaround

Secondary Market in 2018
Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace specializing in peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Getaround allows users to rent vehicles on-demand, ranging from economy cars to luxury models, by the hour or day. The platform facilitates a seamless experience through its patented Getaround Connect technology, which enables users to access cars without needing to meet the vehicle owner or handle physical keys. This innovative approach eliminates the traditional hassles of car rental, such as long lines and paperwork. Getaround operates in several major U.S. cities, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., providing a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to car ownership while allowing vehicle owners to earn extra income. The service also includes comprehensive insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for users.

AUTO1 Group

Secondary Market in 2018
AUTO1 Group, established in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a technology-driven used car marketplace. It connects buyers and sellers, including consumers and dealers, across Europe and North America. AUTO1 Group sources used cars from various channels such as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, then sells them through its global dealership network. The company's platform offers a simple, transparent, and convenient way to buy and sell used cars, with a focus on providing access to a wide range of certified vehicles.

BitPay

Series B in 2018
BitPay, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing enterprise-grade bitcoin payment solutions tailored for businesses and organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, BitPay offers a range of services including a RESTful API and a bitcoin payment gateway API, which facilitate secure payment processing. The company also supports native payment protocols, signed payment requests, and direct payment communication. Additionally, BitPay provides Copay, a bitcoin wallet solution that integrates Intel hardware security for enhanced protection of private keys and transaction signing. Its BitPay Send service enables organizations to pay employees, vendors, and contractors using cryptocurrency. The company has established a strategic processing relationship with Aliant Payment Systems to further enhance its offerings in the blockchain payments technology sector.

Fair

Series A in 2018
Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.

Turo

Series D in 2017
Turo Inc. is an online car rental marketplace that connects local car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Turo allows users to list their cars for rent, offering options for local pickup, city delivery, and airport delivery. The platform provides a wide selection of vehicles at competitive prices, enabling car owners to earn income while providing convenient access to cars for renters. Turo facilitates a peer-to-peer car-sharing model, creating a vibrant community of trusted hosts and enhancing the travel experience for users. The company was formerly known as RelayRides, Inc. before rebranding in November 2015.

23andMe

Series F in 2017
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics and research company headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It specializes in providing direct-to-consumer personal genome services through home-based saliva collection kits. The company offers a range of services, including Health + Ancestry, which provides insights into ancestry, traits, and health, and Ancestry + Traits, which details ancestry breakdown and various trait reports. 23andMe aims to help individuals understand their genetic makeup, enabling users to explore their ancestry, genealogy, and inherited traits. Additionally, the company markets its services to researchers and scientists, offering categorized and searchable genetic data. With a focus on consumer and research services, 23andMe is positioned within the rapidly growing biotech and healthcare sectors, contributing to the understanding of genetics and its implications for health.

Coursera

Series D in 2017
Coursera, Inc. is an online education platform that provides access to a wide range of courses offered by over 140 universities and organizations globally. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Coursera serves more than 20 million registered learners with over 1,000 courses spanning various fields, including arts, business, computer science, data science, and personal development. The platform enables users to engage with educational content through video lectures, interactive quizzes, and peer-graded assessments, promoting both career advancement and personal enrichment. Coursera operates through three segments: Consumer, Enterprise, and Degrees, with the majority of its revenue coming from individual learners seeking practical skills and professional certifications. The company aims to make education affordable, accessible, and relevant, leveraging technology and data to enhance the learning experience.

Uber

Series G in 2017
Uber Technologies, Inc., established in 2009, is a global technology company that connects users with transportation and logistics services through its mobile application. It operates in over 300 cities worldwide, offering a range of services including ridesharing, food delivery, and freight transportation. Uber's core business is facilitating transportation by matching riders with drivers, providing safe, reliable, and convenient options at varying price points. Additionally, Uber Advanced Technologies Group, a subsidiary, focuses on developing self-driving car technology to enhance transportation safety and accessibility.

Coursera

Series C in 2015
Coursera, Inc. is an online education platform that provides access to a wide range of courses offered by over 140 universities and organizations globally. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Coursera serves more than 20 million registered learners with over 1,000 courses spanning various fields, including arts, business, computer science, data science, and personal development. The platform enables users to engage with educational content through video lectures, interactive quizzes, and peer-graded assessments, promoting both career advancement and personal enrichment. Coursera operates through three segments: Consumer, Enterprise, and Degrees, with the majority of its revenue coming from individual learners seeking practical skills and professional certifications. The company aims to make education affordable, accessible, and relevant, leveraging technology and data to enhance the learning experience.

Enjoy Technology

Series B in 2015
Enjoy Technology, Inc. is a retail company that specializes in delivering entertainment products and electronics directly to customers through an innovative on-demand mobile store model. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in New York, Enjoy offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, speakers, home theaters, and gaming devices. The company's platform allows for real-time order matching with product experts, streamlining logistics to enhance the shopping experience. Despite its unique approach to retailing, Enjoy Technology has faced significant challenges and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

DUFL

Convertible Note in 2015
DUFL, Inc. is a travel service company based in Tempe, Arizona, that caters to business travelers by offering a comprehensive mobile application designed for baggage packing and shipping. The platform allows users to store their clothing and sports equipment in a virtual closet, facilitating a bag-free travel experience. Travelers can select their clothing items through the app and have them cleaned and delivered to their destination, ensuring that they arrive with freshly laundered attire. Upon returning from their trip, users can schedule a pickup for their clothing, which will be cleaned and stored for future use. Established in 2014, DUFL aims to simplify the complexities of business travel by managing the logistics of packing, cleaning, and shipping clothing and equipment.

Spotify

Series G in 2015
Spotify, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a global music streaming service provider. As of 2023, it has 602 million monthly active users. The company offers on-demand access to songs across various devices, enabling users to search, discover, and share music. It also provides artists with tools to share their work and promote their careers. Spotify generates revenue through a paid subscription model, known as Spotify Premium, and an ad-supported service. In 2023, these models contributed to 86% and 14% of its total revenue, respectively.

Lyft

Series E in 2015
Lyft is a transportation company that operates a mobile application connecting passengers with drivers for on-demand rides. The app facilitates ride scheduling, including advance bookings up to seven days, and handles in-app payments. Primarily serving college, university, and corporate communities, Lyft offers various ride options, such as private, shared, and luxury vehicles. Additionally, it provides multimodal transportation solutions, including bike and scooter sharing.

Pinterest

Series G in 2015
Pinterest, Inc. is a visual discovery engine that enables users to find inspiration for various aspects of their lives, such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and travel. Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on curated boards tailored to their personal interests. With a user base of nearly 500 million monthly active users, a significant portion of whom are female, Pinterest facilitates the discovery and sharing of creative ideas. The company generates revenue primarily through digital advertising and is increasingly incorporating e-commerce features within its platform. Although about 20% of its users are located in the US and Canada, this region accounted for approximately 80% of its revenue in 2023.

Instacart

Series C in 2015
Instacart is a prominent grocery delivery service operating in the United States and Canada, facilitating rapid deliveries of groceries and home essentials, often within an hour. The company partners with a variety of local and national grocers, including well-known brands such as Safeway, Whole Foods, and Costco, allowing customers to select from over 500,000 items and combine orders from multiple stores. Instacart employs a network of approximately 600,000 independent contractors who pick and deliver items directly to customers' homes. In addition to its delivery services, Instacart generates revenue by charging fees based on order value and by offering advertising opportunities primarily to consumer-packaged goods companies. With nearly 8 million monthly active users, Instacart has established itself as a leading platform in the grocery delivery market.

Kik

Series C in 2014
Kik, founded in 2009 by a group of University of Waterloo students, is a mobile messaging application based in Waterloo, Ontario. The company aims to facilitate connections among users, services, and businesses, particularly targeting a teenage audience. Kik offers features that allow users to share their feelings and engage with friends and family, as well as chatbots for entertainment. With over 300 million registered users, Kik has established itself as a popular messaging platform, with more than 40% of young Americans using it as their primary messaging app. Users typically spend an average of 35 minutes per session within the app, reflecting its strong engagement. The company is supported by notable venture capitalists and has raised significant funding, with Tencent, the creator of WeChat, as a strategic investor.

Alibaba Group

Secondary Market in 2014
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.

Dropbox

Series C in 2014
Dropbox, established in 2007, is a leading provider of secure file sharing, collaboration, and storage solutions. It pioneered cloud storage and cross-platform file syncing, initially targeting individuals and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Over time, Dropbox has expanded its product mix, diversifying beyond its core cloud-storage offerings to cater to a broader range of users and use cases. Its mission is to "unleash the world’s creative energy by designing a more enlightened way of working."

Jamf

Series B in 2013
Jamf is a leading provider of IT software that specializes in managing Apple devices for organizations across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and government. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jamf has established itself as the standard in Apple Enterprise Management, offering a comprehensive cloud software platform designed to connect, manage, and protect Apple products, applications, and corporate resources. The company provides its solutions through a subscription-based Software-as-a-Service model, employing a direct sales force as well as partnerships with channel distributors, including Apple. With a commitment to customer success, Jamf emphasizes continuous dialogue with stakeholders to refine its offerings. Its operations span multiple regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
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