Gambit Ventures

Gambit Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City that focuses on technology companies, particularly in digital media, mobile technology, software, and data-driven ventures. The firm seeks to invest in opportunities in the New York City area and often supports companies developing unique data assets for varied commercial uses such as audience building for market research and paid media. Typical investment tickets range from about $20,000 to $150,000. In addition to funding, Gambit Ventures provides strategic guidance to portfolio companies to help leverage data assets to create value.

Lev Ekster

General Partner

23 past transactions

Marble

Seed Round in 2022
Marble is a human kind of law firm that makes the experience of getting quality legal care easy. It uses predictive analytics to accurately price and predict each legal need, a collaboration platform for a faster and optimal case result, and digital communications. Marble sets out to make legal care more accessible to everyday people by building technology that enables attorneys to do their best work and that puts clients in control of the process from start to finish.

Aescape

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, Aescape is a New York-based technology company specializing in data-driven massage therapy and wellness experiences. It offers a holistic approach to physical wellness and recovery, serving both elite athletes and fitness beginners. The company combines cutting-edge research with user-friendly interfaces and insights-driven methods to enhance overall well-being.

Logixboard

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Logixboard is a Seattle-based company that develops cloud platforms for freight forwarders. Its software increases transparency and communication with customers, helping logistics service providers enhance sales and customer retention.

Alpaca

Seed Round in 2019
Alpaca is a developer-focused financial technology platform that provides a modern brokerage infrastructure for accessing financial markets. The company offers services that include stock and cryptocurrency investing, real-time market data, and comprehensive brokerage capabilities through user-friendly application programming interfaces (APIs). This enables developers to create trading applications and integrate investment functionalities into various products. Alpaca supports a diverse range of businesses and applications globally, catering to tens of thousands of developers who utilize its platform to enhance their financial offerings. The company has attracted significant funding from leading investors in the sector, positioning itself as a prominent player in the embedded finance landscape.

Sift wallet

Convertible Note in 2018
Sift, operating under ShopInbox, Inc., is a mobile application that helps consumers maximize their credit card benefits and secure refunds. By analyzing complex credit card policies, Sift uncovers hidden advantages such as price protection, theft and damage coverage, and extended warranties. The app tracks digital receipts from users' email accounts, consolidating purchase information and mapping benefits to individual transactions. It simplifies the claims process by automatically filing requests for reimbursements with credit card issuers, allowing users to reclaim funds that would otherwise go unclaimed. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Sift aims to enhance financial awareness and convenience for users, ensuring they can access and utilize the full range of benefits their credit cards offer. Founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Sift is distinguished as the first service to provide comprehensive mapping of benefits for the majority of credit cards in the United States.

SELECT

Convertible Note in 2018
SELECT is a company focused on creating a next-generation credit card that prioritizes powerful and unique rewards for consumers. The business has established a vast network of exclusive benefits with premier partner brands and venues, offering rewards at over 1.5 million locations. Members enjoy substantial savings, such as discounts of up to 70% at numerous hotels, priority access and complimentary drinks at renowned dining and nightlife establishments, as well as exclusive offers with leading travel, retail, and entertainment brands. By paying an annual membership fee, customers gain access to a credit card that provides unique perks, including invitations to private events like cocktail hours and rooftop gatherings, enhancing their overall lifestyle experience.

FleetOps

Convertible Note in 2018
FleetOps is a Toronto-based freight technology company that operates a freight marketplace and a carrier-focused platform to connect brokers, shippers, and trucking capacity. The company automates the allocation of loads to drivers by analyzing telematics data from providers to determine truck locations, routes, idle time, available driving hours, and driver behavior, and it uses AI to match loads with suitable drivers. The platform also delivers tailored analytics and KPIs for carrier trucking operations, helping to optimize dispatch and execution.

Fitspot

Convertible Note in 2018
Fitspot is the centralized hub for amenities, connecting properties and tenants to an ecosystem of on-site and digital wellness experiences.

Studio

Convertible Note in 2018
Studio is a New York City-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in mobile applications designed to facilitate group running classes led by instructors. The platform offers audio-based classes that are accessible live and on-demand, allowing users to participate in guided running sessions from the comfort of their own treadmills. Each class combines expert instruction with curated music playlists, providing an engaging and motivating experience similar to that of a traditional fitness studio, but with the flexibility to join at any convenient time.

Robin Healthcare

Seed Round in 2017
Robin Healthcare, Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Austin, Texas. The company specializes in developing innovative solutions for the medical industry, including a smart assistant device, clinical documentation solutions, and services for order and medication entry, chart review, billing and coding, and referral management. Robin Healthcare provides comprehensive medical scribe services designed to alleviate administrative burdens on healthcare providers, thereby enhancing the doctor-patient experience. By integrating technology and trained medical scribes directly into electronic medical records, the company aims to streamline workflows and allow physicians to focus more on patient care.

Spaceback

Convertible Note in 2017
Founded in 2016, Spaceback develops a platform that extends the reach of brand social media posts into display banner ads. It specializes in creative technology automation for programmatic era advertising.

StrongArm Tech

Series A in 2017
StrongArm Technologies, Inc. is a safety science company that specializes in developing data collection and assessment solutions aimed at enhancing the safety of industrial workers. The company offers a risk monitoring device that utilizes machine learning to analyze risks related to musculoskeletal injuries, along with the FUSE Risk Management Platform, a cloud-based IoT-enabled software that leverages motion-interpreting sensors for real-time monitoring and assessment. Additionally, StrongArm provides a posture feedback system designed to assist industrial workers with proper lifting mechanics and postural support. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, StrongArm Technologies focuses on improving workplace safety through innovative technology.

Podscribe

Convertible Note in 2017
Podscribe is a unique platform that serves as a podcast search engine, allowing users to search and read through the content of podcasts. By converting popular shows into searchable text, it enables users to easily locate specific instances within transcripts where particular terms, names, or companies are mentioned. Additionally, Podscribe features an advertisement marketplace that connects podcasters with advertisers by utilizing proprietary technology and machine learning. This technology transcribes audio efficiently and extracts key elements, or "podcast DNA," to optimize advertising matches. Through these services, Podscribe enhances the accessibility and monetization of podcast content, facilitating better decision-making for both podcasters and advertisers.

Studio

Seed Round in 2017
Studio is a New York City-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in mobile applications designed to facilitate group running classes led by instructors. The platform offers audio-based classes that are accessible live and on-demand, allowing users to participate in guided running sessions from the comfort of their own treadmills. Each class combines expert instruction with curated music playlists, providing an engaging and motivating experience similar to that of a traditional fitness studio, but with the flexibility to join at any convenient time.

Envoy Technologies

Convertible Note in 2017
Envoy Technologies Inc. is a company that specializes in electric vehicle-sharing services, providing various types of vehicles including luxury cars, city cars, and two-wheelers to multifamily residences, workplaces, and hotels. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Culver City, California, the company aims to enhance the lifestyle of residents and guests by offering Mobility as an Amenity™. Envoy equips real estate owners and operators with a comprehensive platform that includes vehicle reservation technology, driver insurance, fleet maintenance, and electric vehicle charging solutions. In addition to providing on-demand vehicles, Envoy also offers customer support, fleet insurance, on-site car washing, charging station installation, and staff training. The company's services are available in locations such as apartments, student housing, office campuses, co-working spaces, hotels, and municipalities, primarily in California and New York.

FinTech Studios

Seed Round in 2017
FinTech Studios, founded in 2014 by Jim Tousignant, is a technology company that specializes in AI-based applications and big-data analytics. The company has developed a search and analytics platform that provides real-time insights into businesses and market conditions. Its innovative technology enables the discovery and analysis of relevant content from millions of online sources and proprietary databases, offering timely and pertinent market intelligence for investors, financial professionals, and business executives. By delivering intelligent search capabilities and curating business and financial news in multiple languages, FinTech Studios equips financial institutions with actionable news, research, and market analytics in a secure environment.

SELECT

Convertible Note in 2017
SELECT is a company focused on creating a next-generation credit card that prioritizes powerful and unique rewards for consumers. The business has established a vast network of exclusive benefits with premier partner brands and venues, offering rewards at over 1.5 million locations. Members enjoy substantial savings, such as discounts of up to 70% at numerous hotels, priority access and complimentary drinks at renowned dining and nightlife establishments, as well as exclusive offers with leading travel, retail, and entertainment brands. By paying an annual membership fee, customers gain access to a credit card that provides unique perks, including invitations to private events like cocktail hours and rooftop gatherings, enhancing their overall lifestyle experience.

Intuition

Seed Round in 2017
Intuition is an AI-powered platform that offers employee engagement solutions.

Narrative (New York).

Seed Round in 2017
Narrative is a company that specializes in streamlining the buying and selling of data through its innovative platform. By removing the inefficiencies typically associated with data transactions, Narrative offers tools for efficient data discovery, pricing, optimization, and delivery. This enables businesses to easily access, acquire, and integrate the data they need to enhance their strategies and drive results. Additionally, the platform provides data owners with opportunities to reach active data seekers, facilitating a marketplace where both buyers and sellers can effectively monetize or acquire data. Narrative focuses on simplifying data transactions to support organizations in leveraging data to shape their narratives and achieve business objectives.

Canvs AI

Series A in 2016
Canvs AI is an insights platform that specializes in analyzing open-ended text from a variety of sources, such as surveys, customer reviews, and social media. The platform employs advanced AI-powered text analysis and patented natural language algorithms to transform unstructured consumer feedback into actionable business intelligence. By providing critical insights rapidly and cost-effectively, Canvs AI helps businesses enhance their understanding of consumer behavior. Its services are utilized by leading brands, research agencies, and media and entertainment companies, facilitating quicker decision-making and improved strategic planning.

Crowded

Seed Round in 2016
Crowded.com, Inc. operates an on-demand worker hiring platform that connects employers with qualified tech talent primarily in the New York tri-state area. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the platform allows workers to create and maintain their profiles, undergo verification, and participate in training and assessments. It features an application called Crowded:Refresh, which updates candidates' profiles with the latest job opportunities, skills, certifications, and educational data. Employers can use Crowded's services at no cost to engage with candidates and efficiently grow their teams, streamlining the hiring process in a competitive market.

SELECT

Convertible Note in 2015
SELECT is a company focused on creating a next-generation credit card that prioritizes powerful and unique rewards for consumers. The business has established a vast network of exclusive benefits with premier partner brands and venues, offering rewards at over 1.5 million locations. Members enjoy substantial savings, such as discounts of up to 70% at numerous hotels, priority access and complimentary drinks at renowned dining and nightlife establishments, as well as exclusive offers with leading travel, retail, and entertainment brands. By paying an annual membership fee, customers gain access to a credit card that provides unique perks, including invitations to private events like cocktail hours and rooftop gatherings, enhancing their overall lifestyle experience.

Measurence

Convertible Note in 2015
Measurence Inc. is a New York-based company that offers a cloud-based intelligence platform designed to provide insights into traffic, loyalty, engagement, and timing for retailers, particularly those in the Fortune 500. Founded in 2013, the company operates a hardware-enabled analytics platform that detects the presence, location, and activity of individuals in physical spaces such as stores, restaurants, and malls. By utilizing various sensors and beacons, Measurence abstracts the functionalities of these devices into interconnected, remotely-managed modules. This allows businesses to gather hyperlocal data, which is then transformed into actionable insights aimed at enhancing the return on investment for marketing strategies in sectors like retail, insurance, and automotive. The platform emphasizes privacy while enabling property owners and managers to effectively monitor and analyze the behavior of visitors in their environments.
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