G Squared

G Squared, founded in 2011 and headquartered in California with additional offices in Zurich, Greenwich, and Chicago, is a venture capital investment firm that focuses on early-stage technology companies in sectors such as consumer internet, fintech, insurtech, mobility 2.0, and SaaS. The firm recognizes the trend of venture-backed companies remaining private for longer periods, creating a need for both primary capital for growth and transitional capital for liquidity. G Squared adopts a unique approach compared to traditional venture capital firms, partnering with entrepreneurs who challenge the status quo and aim for superior returns. The firm has invested in a range of notable companies, including 23andMe, Coursera, Instacart, Lyft, Pinterest, and Spotify, as well as emerging disruptors like Asana, Blend, and Impossible Foods.

Rodrigo Alvarez

Principal

Ward Davis

Principal

Oscar Gastelum

Managing Partner

Richard Harris

Partner

Spencer McLeod

Partner

Tyson Morgan

Partner

Eric Richardson

Principal

Past deals in Transport and logistics

Choco

Series B in 2022
Choco is a startup focused on revolutionizing the food supply chain by connecting restaurants with suppliers through an innovative ingredient ordering application. This platform simplifies the ordering process and enhances communication, allowing restaurants to manage their ingredient needs more efficiently. The application's user-friendly design, reminiscent of popular consumer apps, features a chat interface for seamless interaction and a streamlined ordering list. By fostering connections on a global scale, Choco aims to optimize the food supply network, making it more transparent and accessible for all parties involved. The company is actively working to build a robust user base among restaurants and suppliers who are interested in enhancing their operational networks.

Forto

Series D in 2022
Forto, founded in Berlin in 2016 as FreightHub, is a digital freight forwarder specializing in logistics technology and services for global supply chains. The company offers an intuitive platform that enables customers to optimize and manage their entire supply chain processes efficiently. With a diverse portfolio of over 2,000 customers and a workforce of over 200 employees, Forto operates across nine global offices. The company is committed to enhancing global trade while promoting sustainability, positioning itself as a leader in the logistics sector.

Bolt

Series F in 2022
Bolt Technology OÜ operates a transportation platform that offers ride-hailing, micromobility, and food delivery services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, Bolt provides a smartphone application that enables users to book taxis based on price and quality ratings, track drivers in real-time, and order services without waiting for a dispatcher. The company has expanded rapidly, serving over 50 million customers across more than 40 countries, including regions in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Bolt aims to reshape urban mobility by promoting a future with reduced car ownership and enhanced flexible transport options, thereby contributing to decreased traffic congestion and pollution in cities.

Daki

Series B in 2021
Operator of a grocery delivery application platform intended to offer multi-category grocery supplies to customers. The company's platform acts as a digital supermarket to offer day-to-day necessities and also provides home delivery services, enabling users to easily order from their homes via a mobile application.

JOKR

Series B in 2021
JOKR is a grocery and delivery platform that provides hyper-local product delivery services. The company offers customers delivery of an assortment of grocery and retail items to their doorstep in less than 15 minutes. It aims to democratize retail by bringing together global suppliers' all-time favorite products and local brands to support the small businesses in every neighborhood while minimizing waste. JOKR currently operates hubs in cities including New York, São Paolo, Mexico City, Bogota, Lima, Warsaw, and Vienna. It was headquartered in New York, New York in 2021.

Gorillas

Series C in 2021
Gorillas Technologies GmbH, established in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a grocery delivery platform that focuses on providing a variety of products directly to consumers' doorsteps within a 10-minute timeframe. The service includes a diverse range of items, such as fresh fruits, dairy products, vegan options, and chilled beverages, alongside unique offerings from local community partners. By aggregating supermarket product ranges, Gorillas aims to deliver groceries at retail prices, enhancing convenience for customers seeking quick access to essential supplies.

Gorillas

Series C in 2021
Gorillas Technologies GmbH, established in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates a grocery delivery platform that focuses on providing a variety of products directly to consumers' doorsteps within a 10-minute timeframe. The service includes a diverse range of items, such as fresh fruits, dairy products, vegan options, and chilled beverages, alongside unique offerings from local community partners. By aggregating supermarket product ranges, Gorillas aims to deliver groceries at retail prices, enhancing convenience for customers seeking quick access to essential supplies.

Bolt

Series E in 2021
Bolt Technology OÜ operates a transportation platform that offers ride-hailing, micromobility, and food delivery services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, Bolt provides a smartphone application that enables users to book taxis based on price and quality ratings, track drivers in real-time, and order services without waiting for a dispatcher. The company has expanded rapidly, serving over 50 million customers across more than 40 countries, including regions in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Bolt aims to reshape urban mobility by promoting a future with reduced car ownership and enhanced flexible transport options, thereby contributing to decreased traffic congestion and pollution in cities.

Forto

Series C in 2021
Forto, founded in Berlin in 2016 as FreightHub, is a digital freight forwarder specializing in logistics technology and services for global supply chains. The company offers an intuitive platform that enables customers to optimize and manage their entire supply chain processes efficiently. With a diverse portfolio of over 2,000 customers and a workforce of over 200 employees, Forto operates across nine global offices. The company is committed to enhancing global trade while promoting sustainability, positioning itself as a leader in the logistics sector.

Convoy

Series D in 2019
Convoy, Inc. operates an online marketplace that provides digital freight network services, facilitating the transportation of goods across the United States. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company allows users to book local and regional trucks on demand, accommodating loads ranging from a single pallet to full truckloads. Convoy's platform includes features such as instant quotations, online booking, automated loading suggestions, and real-time shipment tracking, enhancing operational efficiency for shippers. The company aims to address inefficiencies in the trucking industry, which faces significant carbon waste from empty trucks, by leveraging technology and data. Convoy collaborates with major clients, including Fortune 500 companies, to lower logistics costs and meet sustainability goals while improving earnings for drivers.

Bolt

Series C in 2019
Bolt Technology OÜ operates a transportation platform that offers ride-hailing, micromobility, and food delivery services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, Bolt provides a smartphone application that enables users to book taxis based on price and quality ratings, track drivers in real-time, and order services without waiting for a dispatcher. The company has expanded rapidly, serving over 50 million customers across more than 40 countries, including regions in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Bolt aims to reshape urban mobility by promoting a future with reduced car ownership and enhanced flexible transport options, thereby contributing to decreased traffic congestion and pollution in cities.

Flexport

Series D in 2019
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that provides online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a comprehensive online dashboard that enables businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track the necessary services for global trade. Its offerings include customs brokerage services such as clearances, bonds, product classification, and government agency filings, alongside freight forwarding options encompassing ocean freight, air freight, and trucking. Additionally, Flexport provides supply chain services that cover cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, helping logistics companies optimize transportation routes and manage inventory effectively.

Transfix

Series D in 2018
Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York City that offers digital logistics solutions to optimize freight transportation for various industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing. Founded in 2010, the company has developed a platform that connects shippers with a network of contracted carriers, providing services such as real-time shipment tracking, carrier performance insights, and support services. Transfix utilizes advanced technology and data analytics to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency, making it a trusted partner for some of the largest brands in America. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach and has been listed among Forbes’ “Next Billion-Dollar Startups.”

Uber

Series G in 2017
Uber Technologies, Inc. is a technology company that operates a mobile application connecting consumers with independent drivers for ridesharing services, as well as facilitating food delivery through its Eats segment. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber has expanded its operations to over 600 cities worldwide, serving customers across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company has diversified its offerings into five segments: Rides, Eats, Freight, Other Bets, and Advanced Technologies Group. The Rides segment enables users to request rides from a variety of vehicle types, while the Eats segment allows for restaurant discovery and food delivery. The Freight segment connects carriers with shippers for logistics services. Uber is also focused on developing autonomous vehicle technology through its Advanced Technologies Group. By leveraging its platform, Uber aims to enhance urban mobility and deliver innovative transportation solutions globally.

Lyft

Series E in 2015
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.
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