General Catalyst

General Catalyst Group Management, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2000 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including technology, advanced materials, clean energy, cybersecurity, healthcare, and consumer services. General Catalyst seeks to invest in companies that demonstrate strong growth potential, typically targeting those with an EBITDA between $3 million and $30 million and minimum revenues of $10 million. The firm has managed eight venture capital funds with approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments. It emphasizes building lasting relationships with entrepreneurs and provides mentorship to foster success, enabling companies to scale effectively. General Catalyst primarily invests in North America and Australia, with a preference for seed investments in Silicon Valley, New York, and Boston.

Mark Allen

CFO

Natalie Bartlett

Associate

Christopher Bischoff

Managing Director

Larry Bohn

Managing Director

Quentin J. Clark

Managing Director

Clayton Cole

Principal

Mark Crane

Partner

Joel Cutler

Managing Director

Christopher Davis

Partner

Kyle Doherty

Managing Director

Nick van Eck

Partner

Mary Gao

Investor

Molly Blaauw Gillis

Partner

Jeremy Goldstein

Partner

Philipp Handel

Partner

Stephen Herrod

Managing Director

Diana Hong

Investor

John Kim

Managing Director

Kevin King

Partner

Genevieve Kinney

Principal

Paul Kwan

Managing Director

Spencer Lazar

Partner

Olivia Lew

Senior Associate

Megan Maloney

Principal

Holly Maloney

Managing Director

Jeremy Navarro

Investor

Deep Nishar

Managing Director

Reva Nohria

Principal

Trevor Oelschig

Managing Director

David Orfao

Partner

Jon Rehagen

Vice President of Technology

Candace Richardson

Principal

Max Rimpel

Partner

Sam Rosen

Investor

Brian Ru

Principal

Paul Sagan

Investor

Ronda Scott

VP of Public Relations

James Swingos

Partner

Alex Tran

Partner

Adam Valkin

Managing Director

Alexis Weiss

Associate General Counsel

Johnson Yang

Principal

Past deals in USA

Section4

Series A in 2021
Section4, Inc. is a business media firm founded in 2018 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in publishing news and stories related to business and the economy, and it aims to educate its audience through short-form videos and podcasts. By focusing on accessible content, Section4 seeks to provide valuable insights and information to individuals interested in understanding the complexities of the business world.

FlightCar

Series B in 2015
FlightCar, Inc. operates an online platform that connects car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles at various airport locations. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company allows individuals parking at the airport to rent their cars to approved travelers, providing an alternative to traditional car rental services. FlightCar has expanded its operations to numerous cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. The service aims to save travelers money while enhancing their travel experience by facilitating a collaborative community among users.

FlightCar

Series A in 2014
FlightCar, Inc. operates an online platform that connects car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles at various airport locations. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company allows individuals parking at the airport to rent their cars to approved travelers, providing an alternative to traditional car rental services. FlightCar has expanded its operations to numerous cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. The service aims to save travelers money while enhancing their travel experience by facilitating a collaborative community among users.

FlightCar

Series A in 2013
FlightCar, Inc. operates an online platform that connects car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles at various airport locations. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company allows individuals parking at the airport to rent their cars to approved travelers, providing an alternative to traditional car rental services. FlightCar has expanded its operations to numerous cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. The service aims to save travelers money while enhancing their travel experience by facilitating a collaborative community among users.

Getaround

Seed Round in 2011
Getaround, Inc. operates an online marketplace for peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent vehicles from people nearby. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform offers a diverse range of vehicles, including convertibles, luxury cars, SUVs, and trucks, available for rent by the hour or day. Getaround's innovative technology, known as Getaround Connect, facilitates a seamless car-sharing experience by enabling users to unlock and access vehicles without needing to meet the car owner or handle physical keys. The service is designed to eliminate the traditional hassles associated with car rentals, such as waiting in line and completing paperwork. Getaround provides users with a $1 million insurance policy and 24/7 roadside assistance, making it a safe option for renters. The company operates in major metropolitan areas across the United States, helping individuals offset car ownership costs while promoting more sustainable transportation options.

Grain Management

Venture Round in 2008
Grain Management is a Washington D.C.-headquartered private equity firm, with an office in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is specialised on investments in the communications sector across North America.