General Catalyst is a venture capital firm established in 2000, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The company specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on technology-driven businesses. It invests across various sectors, including consumer internet, enterprise software, fintech, health assurance, and crypto. General Catalyst provides not only capital but also mentorship and resources to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies. To date, it has managed eight venture capital funds, totaling approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments.
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Adrian Abeijon
Investor
Mark Allen
CFO
Neeraj Arora
Managing Director, Investment Team
Juliet Bailin
Principal
Marc Bhargava
Managing Director
Chris Bischoff
Managing Director
Larry Bohn
Managing Director
Teresa Carlson
President, General Catalyst Institute
Kenneth Chenault
Chairman and Managing Director
Quentin Clark
Managing Director
Mark Crane
Partner
Christopher Davis
Partner
Kyle Doherty
Managing Director
Nick van Eck
Partner
David Fialkow
Co-Founder and Managing Director
Mina Hsiang
Associate
Nmachi Jidenma
Partner
Christopher Kauffman
Principal
Genevieve Kinney
Principal
Zak Kukoff
Principal
Paul Kwan
Managing Director
Viet Le
Partner
Roy Mabrey
Partner, Investment Team
Holly Maloney McConnell
Managing Director
Karanveer Mohan
Managing Director, Investment Team
Deep Nishar
Managing Director and Member of the Management Committee
Dipchand Nishar
Managing Director
Reva Nohria
Investor
Trevor Oelschig
Managing Director
Tyler Olkowski
Investor
David Orfao
Managing Director and Co-Founder
Pranay Orugunta
Healthcare Investor
Mo Punjwani
Associate, Investments
Candace Richardson
Principal
Paul Sagan
Investor
Pranav Singhvi
Partner
Bill Skarinka
Associate
Alex Tran
Managing Director
Catherine Tu
Partner, Investment Team
Elena Viboch
Partner
Andrea Wang
Principal, Early Stage Investment
Nathaniel Levy-Westhead
Partner, Investment Team
Past deals in Marketplace
Ethos
Seed Round in 2025
Ethos is an AI-driven platform designed to connect individuals with relevant opportunities by matching clients with experts for insight-driven calls. Utilizing advanced algorithms, Ethos scans hundreds of millions of profiles to facilitate these connections, ensuring a streamlined process from booking to communication and compensation. This approach not only simplifies the experience for clients seeking expert insights but also ensures that experts are fairly compensated for their time and knowledge. While the platform currently focuses on expert calls, it is actively expanding its services to include matching advisors with startups, speakers with events, and talent with employers, thereby broadening its scope within the professional networking space.
Faircado
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Faircado operates a sustainable shopping platform designed to enhance the circularity of produced goods by promoting second-hand purchases. The platform employs a smart algorithm that aggregates offers from major pre-owned marketplaces, allowing users to compare prices and sustainability scores of second-hand items across various categories, including electronics and books. This centralized approach enables consumers to make informed decisions while shopping, ultimately saving time, money, and resources. Faircado's commitment to reducing waste aligns with its mission to foster a more sustainable shopping experience.
inDrive
Debt Financing in 2024
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
Ridepanda
Seed Round in 2023
Ridepanda is an online marketplace specializing in the sale of eco-friendly electric vehicles, including e-bikes, e-mopeds, and e-scooters. The platform is designed to cater to individual needs by allowing users to select vehicles based on their height, weight, and personal preferences. In addition to offering a curated selection of sustainable rides, Ridepanda provides essential services to enhance customer experience, such as flexible financing options, extended warranties, theft insurance, vehicle assembly, and maintenance plans. This comprehensive approach enables customers to purchase electric vehicles with added confidence and convenience.
222
Seed Round in 2023
222 operates as a consumer marketplace that enhances in-person social experiences at local venues. The company has developed a platform that employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to connect individuals based on shared interests and preferences. By utilizing a survey to gather insights about users' tastes, 222 enables customers to discover and participate in social events, fostering meaningful connections and networks. This focus on facilitating chance encounters and social interactions positions 222 as a unique player in the market of social engagement.
Xclaim
Series A in 2023
Xclaim Inc. operates an electronic platform designed for the trading of bankruptcy claims, creating a marketplace for distressed debt that has historically been traded on paper. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, Xclaim connects investors in distressed debt with various parties owed money by bankrupt companies, such as vendors and landlords. The platform enhances trading efficiency, thereby increasing liquidity in a typically illiquid market. Xclaim's services include assisting users in tracking portfolios, facilitating out-of-court settlements, and providing a comprehensive view of buyer competition. By streamlining the trading process and offering risk mitigation features, Xclaim aims to eliminate inefficiencies in the bankruptcy claims marketplace.
inDrive
Debt Financing in 2023
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
222
Pre Seed Round in 2022
222 operates as a consumer marketplace that enhances in-person social experiences at local venues. The company has developed a platform that employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to connect individuals based on shared interests and preferences. By utilizing a survey to gather insights about users' tastes, 222 enables customers to discover and participate in social events, fostering meaningful connections and networks. This focus on facilitating chance encounters and social interactions positions 222 as a unique player in the market of social engagement.
GetSupp
Seed Round in 2022
GetSupp is an AI-driven marketplace focused on health and nutrition, providing users with a platform to discover and purchase genuine nutrition supplements. The company aims to assist individuals in leading healthier lives by offering tailored guidance and expert-led support to help them identify the right supplements for their specific needs. Through its innovative approach, GetSupp enhances the user experience in the health supplement sector, ensuring that customers can find effective products that align with their wellness goals.
Traba
Series A in 2022
Traba operates a human resource marketplace designed to connect industrial businesses with reliable workers for open shifts. The platform facilitates the matching of workers with opportunities in warehouses, distribution centers, and event venues, allowing both parties to maximize productivity and earning potential. By streamlining the process of filling shifts, Traba enables businesses to maintain operational efficiency while providing workers with accessible employment opportunities.
Sesame
Series B in 2022
Sesame, Inc., also known as SesameCare, is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing a platform for booking medical appointments and consultations. The company distinguishes itself by offering affordable healthcare options, enabling Americans to access quality medical services at significantly reduced prices compared to traditional providers. By utilizing an AI-enabled marketplace, Sesame eliminates the need for insurance, fostering competition among healthcare providers based on quality, accessibility, and pricing. Additionally, Sesame serves as the official telehealth partner of Costco, further enhancing its reach and service offerings in the healthcare sector.
Huuva
Seed Round in 2022
Huuva operates a network of local kitchens designed to enhance food delivery experiences by creating virtual food courts. The company provides a plug-and-play solution that allows restaurateurs to expand their brands into new markets while maintaining healthy unit economics. Huuva curates a selection of locally made dishes, crafted by passionate chefs, ensuring that both local and global food experiences are easily accessible to consumers. By integrating these virtual food courts directly into food delivery applications, Huuva addresses the shortcomings of the current food delivery market, offering a unique dining experience that prioritizes quality and convenience.
Material Bank
Series D in 2022
Material Bank is an online marketplace tailored for design professionals in the architecture and design sectors, facilitating the discovery and sampling of materials. The platform enables users to conduct complex searches across numerous brands swiftly, allowing designers to find and order samples efficiently. Orders placed by midnight Eastern Time are delivered in a single box by 10:30 AM the following day, with shipping costs covered for design professionals. Material Bank fosters connections between brands and a growing community of vetted design professionals, enhancing the specification process for projects and ensuring that clients can meet their specific material needs.
JOBOX.ai
Series B in 2022
Jobox lets pros focus on their job by taking the overhead of managing the finances of a home services business. JOBOX is a SaaS-based marketplace infrastructure provider that connects businesses with vetted home service professionals. The company's artificial intelligence-based infrastructure provides home service professionals with a free toolbox to help them launch their enterprises, while also assisting major organizations in matching work they have with a bank of professionals based on factors such as skill type and location.
TellTail
Seed Round in 2022
TellTail is a community-focused platform that connects certified dog breeders with potential puppy buyers, prioritizing ethical breeding and responsible pet ownership. The platform addresses the challenges faced by breeders, who often navigate inefficient systems and social media limitations while managing the care of their litters. By offering essential business tools, educational resources, and a comprehensive breed library, TellTail aims to enhance transparency and trust within the breeding process. This approach is designed to support breeders in developing healthier breeding programs and, consequently, ensuring that the approximately 6 million puppies placed in homes across the United States each year are raised in nurturing environments.
FarMart
Series B in 2022
FarMart is an agritech company focused on empowering farmers and optimizing the agricultural supply chain. By leveraging technology, FarMart addresses the challenges faced by farmers and enhances the efficiency of the agricultural ecosystem. The company provides a platform that connects farmers with retailers and food businesses, facilitating the sharing of farm-related information and enabling easy access to crucial resources and markets. Through this innovative approach, FarMart helps farmers sell their produce at competitive prices, ultimately aiming to create a sustainable and efficient agricultural supply chain that benefits both farmers and consumers.
ChannelEngine
Series B in 2022
ChannelEngine is a cloud-based multichannel platform that facilitates seamless integration between sellers' systems and international marketplaces. By connecting webshops with various e-commerce platforms, ChannelEngine enables brands, distributors, and retailers to automate their sales processes, including order and returns management. The platform is designed to optimize sales performance while minimizing operational time, thereby enhancing profitability and market reach. With an advanced management suite and a rich partner ecosystem, ChannelEngine empowers businesses to fully leverage their international sales potential.
Trela
Series A in 2022
Trela is a leading consumer app and grocery provider in Brazil, known for its high Net Promoter Score (NPS). The company aims to promote healthier eating by offering a curated selection of high-quality food and beverage products, utilizing a just-in-time supply chain to ensure freshness and minimize waste. Based in São Paulo, Trela serves as a one-stop shop for healthy groceries, delivering directly to customers' doorsteps at competitive prices. Additionally, the company has developed a collective purchasing platform that allows groups of friends and neighbors to shop together via WhatsApp, facilitating discounted purchases and fostering closer connections between producers and consumers. Trela has garnered support from prominent technology investors in Latin America and globally.
Flashfood
Series A in 2022
Flashfood Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that operates a mobile app aimed at reducing food waste by connecting grocery stores with consumers seeking discounted, near-expiry surplus food. Founded in 2016, the platform allows grocery retailers in North America to sell high-quality food that might otherwise go to waste, enabling consumers to purchase these items at significantly reduced prices. By facilitating this marketplace, Flashfood has not only helped shoppers save money but has also redirected over 150 million pounds of food away from landfills. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and community support, operating as a certified B-corp with the mission of feeding families rather than contributing to food waste.
Mount
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Local experiences empowered by you. Mount is an experience marketplace. We connect the local experience providers with the short term rentals to then enable those guests to be able to book the very best experiences.
OneShop
Seed Round in 2021
People use OneShop to turn their treasure-hunting hobby into a full-time business through our app that simplifies listing and selling across marketplaces.
Traba
Seed Round in 2021
Traba operates a human resource marketplace designed to connect industrial businesses with reliable workers for open shifts. The platform facilitates the matching of workers with opportunities in warehouses, distribution centers, and event venues, allowing both parties to maximize productivity and earning potential. By streamlining the process of filling shifts, Traba enables businesses to maintain operational efficiency while providing workers with accessible employment opportunities.
Spinny
Series D in 2021
Spinny is a technology-driven platform focused on the buying and selling of used cars, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The company aims to simplify the used car market by providing a trustworthy and hassle-free transaction experience. Spinny operates on a full-stack business model, ensuring value and transparency for its customers. Its platform features a selection of handpicked pre-owned vehicles, complete with detailed information, test drive options, and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach allows car owners to list their vehicles while enabling potential buyers to navigate the purchasing process with ease and confidence.
Ridepanda
Seed Round in 2021
Ridepanda is an online marketplace specializing in the sale of eco-friendly electric vehicles, including e-bikes, e-mopeds, and e-scooters. The platform is designed to cater to individual needs by allowing users to select vehicles based on their height, weight, and personal preferences. In addition to offering a curated selection of sustainable rides, Ridepanda provides essential services to enhance customer experience, such as flexible financing options, extended warranties, theft insurance, vehicle assembly, and maintenance plans. This comprehensive approach enables customers to purchase electric vehicles with added confidence and convenience.
Xclaim
Seed Round in 2021
Xclaim Inc. operates an electronic platform designed for the trading of bankruptcy claims, creating a marketplace for distressed debt that has historically been traded on paper. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, Xclaim connects investors in distressed debt with various parties owed money by bankrupt companies, such as vendors and landlords. The platform enhances trading efficiency, thereby increasing liquidity in a typically illiquid market. Xclaim's services include assisting users in tracking portfolios, facilitating out-of-court settlements, and providing a comprehensive view of buyer competition. By streamlining the trading process and offering risk mitigation features, Xclaim aims to eliminate inefficiencies in the bankruptcy claims marketplace.
Material Bank
Series C in 2021
Material Bank is an online marketplace tailored for design professionals in the architecture and design sectors, facilitating the discovery and sampling of materials. The platform enables users to conduct complex searches across numerous brands swiftly, allowing designers to find and order samples efficiently. Orders placed by midnight Eastern Time are delivered in a single box by 10:30 AM the following day, with shipping costs covered for design professionals. Material Bank fosters connections between brands and a growing community of vetted design professionals, enhancing the specification process for projects and ensuring that clients can meet their specific material needs.
Sesame
Series B in 2021
Sesame, Inc., also known as SesameCare, is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing a platform for booking medical appointments and consultations. The company distinguishes itself by offering affordable healthcare options, enabling Americans to access quality medical services at significantly reduced prices compared to traditional providers. By utilizing an AI-enabled marketplace, Sesame eliminates the need for insurance, fostering competition among healthcare providers based on quality, accessibility, and pricing. Additionally, Sesame serves as the official telehealth partner of Costco, further enhancing its reach and service offerings in the healthcare sector.
Trela
Seed Round in 2021
Trela is a leading consumer app and grocery provider in Brazil, known for its high Net Promoter Score (NPS). The company aims to promote healthier eating by offering a curated selection of high-quality food and beverage products, utilizing a just-in-time supply chain to ensure freshness and minimize waste. Based in São Paulo, Trela serves as a one-stop shop for healthy groceries, delivering directly to customers' doorsteps at competitive prices. Additionally, the company has developed a collective purchasing platform that allows groups of friends and neighbors to shop together via WhatsApp, facilitating discounted purchases and fostering closer connections between producers and consumers. Trela has garnered support from prominent technology investors in Latin America and globally.
Spinny
Series C in 2021
Spinny is a technology-driven platform focused on the buying and selling of used cars, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The company aims to simplify the used car market by providing a trustworthy and hassle-free transaction experience. Spinny operates on a full-stack business model, ensuring value and transparency for its customers. Its platform features a selection of handpicked pre-owned vehicles, complete with detailed information, test drive options, and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach allows car owners to list their vehicles while enabling potential buyers to navigate the purchasing process with ease and confidence.
Shelf Engine
Series B in 2021
Shelf Engine is a Seattle-based company that offers an automated prediction platform aimed at reducing food waste in the grocery industry. Launched in 2015, the company utilizes machine learning and historical data to forecast demand for perishable goods, enabling grocery stores to optimize their orders and minimize out-of-stock situations. By managing the entire ordering process, including vendor management and shelf optimization, Shelf Engine helps retailers save costs and mitigate risks associated with unsold inventory by buying back remaining items. With over 145 employees, Shelf Engine serves leading grocers across thousands of locations nationwide, significantly increasing their profit margins while addressing the challenges of food waste.
inDrive
Series C in 2021
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
Ridepanda
Seed Round in 2020
Ridepanda is an online marketplace specializing in the sale of eco-friendly electric vehicles, including e-bikes, e-mopeds, and e-scooters. The platform is designed to cater to individual needs by allowing users to select vehicles based on their height, weight, and personal preferences. In addition to offering a curated selection of sustainable rides, Ridepanda provides essential services to enhance customer experience, such as flexible financing options, extended warranties, theft insurance, vehicle assembly, and maintenance plans. This comprehensive approach enables customers to purchase electric vehicles with added confidence and convenience.
Spinny
Series B in 2019
Spinny is a technology-driven platform focused on the buying and selling of used cars, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The company aims to simplify the used car market by providing a trustworthy and hassle-free transaction experience. Spinny operates on a full-stack business model, ensuring value and transparency for its customers. Its platform features a selection of handpicked pre-owned vehicles, complete with detailed information, test drive options, and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach allows car owners to list their vehicles while enabling potential buyers to navigate the purchasing process with ease and confidence.
Sesame
Series A in 2019
Sesame, Inc., also known as SesameCare, is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing a platform for booking medical appointments and consultations. The company distinguishes itself by offering affordable healthcare options, enabling Americans to access quality medical services at significantly reduced prices compared to traditional providers. By utilizing an AI-enabled marketplace, Sesame eliminates the need for insurance, fostering competition among healthcare providers based on quality, accessibility, and pricing. Additionally, Sesame serves as the official telehealth partner of Costco, further enhancing its reach and service offerings in the healthcare sector.
Flashfood
Series A in 2019
Flashfood Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that operates a mobile app aimed at reducing food waste by connecting grocery stores with consumers seeking discounted, near-expiry surplus food. Founded in 2016, the platform allows grocery retailers in North America to sell high-quality food that might otherwise go to waste, enabling consumers to purchase these items at significantly reduced prices. By facilitating this marketplace, Flashfood has not only helped shoppers save money but has also redirected over 150 million pounds of food away from landfills. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and community support, operating as a certified B-corp with the mission of feeding families rather than contributing to food waste.
Truss
Series A in 2019
Truss Holdings, Inc. operates an online marketplace that simplifies the leasing process for small and medium-sized businesses seeking office, co-working, industrial, and retail spaces. Founded in 2016 and based in Deerfield, Illinois, its platform employs machine learning to match businesses with suitable properties, allowing users to virtually tour listings, compare prices, and manage lease documents seamlessly. The company offers dedicated brokers to support clients throughout the process, ensuring a smooth experience. Truss is noted for its commitment to price transparency, enabling business owners to compare costs of traditional office and co-working spaces effectively. Through its technology-driven approach, Truss provides a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to find the right space quickly and confidently.
Unlock
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Unlock Inc, established in 2018 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, specializes in a blockchain-based access control protocol. This protocol empowers creators to directly monetize their content or software, bypassing intermediaries. It also simplifies subscription management for consumers, offering discounts for sharing and promoting quality content and applications they use.
JOBOX.ai
Series A in 2018
Jobox lets pros focus on their job by taking the overhead of managing the finances of a home services business. JOBOX is a SaaS-based marketplace infrastructure provider that connects businesses with vetted home service professionals. The company's artificial intelligence-based infrastructure provides home service professionals with a free toolbox to help them launch their enterprises, while also assisting major organizations in matching work they have with a bank of professionals based on factors such as skill type and location.
Cadre
Series C in 2017
Cadre is an online marketplace established in 2014 that connects accredited investors with opportunities in commercial real estate. Founded by Ryan Williams, Josh Kushner, and Jared Kushner, the platform leverages proprietary technology and data analytics to streamline the investment process, allowing users to analyze assets quickly, identify market trends, and make informed decisions. Cadre introduces liquidity to the real estate market by enabling investors to sell their interests on a secondary marketplace, thus enhancing transparency and efficiency. The company manages various investment funds, including the Cadre Direct Access Fund, which focuses on value-added opportunities in multi-family, industrial, hospitality, and office asset classes within the United States. By utilizing data science, Cadre aims to provide an economical approach to real estate investment, helping investors diversify portfolios and mitigate risks while targeting long-term returns.
WayUp
Series B in 2017
WayUp is an online job marketplace that connects students and recent graduates with various job and internship opportunities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the platform allows businesses to post job listings targeted specifically at students from colleges across the United States. Users can create personalized profiles to receive tailored job recommendations and access career advice from industry experts. This service not only helps students find part-time, summer, and full-time job opportunities but also enables employers to effectively reach and recruit the millennial workforce. Through its curated approach, WayUp simplifies the job search process for students while enhancing recruitment efforts for businesses.
Buster
Venture Round in 2016
Buster is an online booking platform that simplifies the process of arranging private group transportation, allowing customers to easily discover, compare, and book services for buses, vans, and limousines. Established in 2012 and based in New York, Buster serves as both a marketplace and a customer relationship management tool, connecting users with transportation operators. The platform enables bus and limousine operators to manage their bookings effectively and access a digital segment of the market. By facilitating effortless trip planning and providing competitive pricing, Buster enhances the overall efficiency of transportation booking for both customers and service providers.
Handy
Series C in 2015
Handy, founded in 2012, is an online platform that provides a reliable and convenient way for customers to book household services, including home cleaning, plumbing, and home renovations. Operating in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Handy allows users to schedule appointments with pre-approved, experienced, and background-checked professionals in just a few minutes. The platform has facilitated millions of bookings, serving over 500,000 customers and activating over 50,000 independent service providers. Handy aims to connect homeowners with a wide range of services, from routine cleanings to more complex tasks like major renovations. Customers can easily access these services through the Handy app or website, ensuring that their home maintenance needs are met efficiently and at a high standard. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Handy offers a guarantee to address any issues that may arise, reinforcing its commitment to providing a dependable and stress-free experience for homeowners.
FlightCar
Series B in 2015
FlightCar, Inc. is a car rental service that operates an online platform connecting car owners with travelers in need of vehicles while at the airport. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FlightCar allows individuals who are parking their cars at airports to rent them out to other approved travelers, providing a cost-effective and convenient option for transportation. The company has expanded its services to multiple locations across the United States, including major cities such as Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle. By facilitating this peer-to-peer rental system, FlightCar aims to enhance the travel experience for both car owners and renters, promoting a collaborative community among travelers.
WayUp
Series A in 2015
WayUp is an online job marketplace that connects students and recent graduates with various job and internship opportunities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the platform allows businesses to post job listings targeted specifically at students from colleges across the United States. Users can create personalized profiles to receive tailored job recommendations and access career advice from industry experts. This service not only helps students find part-time, summer, and full-time job opportunities but also enables employers to effectively reach and recruit the millennial workforce. Through its curated approach, WayUp simplifies the job search process for students while enhancing recruitment efforts for businesses.
FlightCar
Series A in 2014
FlightCar, Inc. is a car rental service that operates an online platform connecting car owners with travelers in need of vehicles while at the airport. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FlightCar allows individuals who are parking their cars at airports to rent them out to other approved travelers, providing a cost-effective and convenient option for transportation. The company has expanded its services to multiple locations across the United States, including major cities such as Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle. By facilitating this peer-to-peer rental system, FlightCar aims to enhance the travel experience for both car owners and renters, promoting a collaborative community among travelers.
Handy
Series B in 2014
Handy, founded in 2012, is an online platform that provides a reliable and convenient way for customers to book household services, including home cleaning, plumbing, and home renovations. Operating in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Handy allows users to schedule appointments with pre-approved, experienced, and background-checked professionals in just a few minutes. The platform has facilitated millions of bookings, serving over 500,000 customers and activating over 50,000 independent service providers. Handy aims to connect homeowners with a wide range of services, from routine cleanings to more complex tasks like major renovations. Customers can easily access these services through the Handy app or website, ensuring that their home maintenance needs are met efficiently and at a high standard. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Handy offers a guarantee to address any issues that may arise, reinforcing its commitment to providing a dependable and stress-free experience for homeowners.
CoachUp
Series A in 2013
CoachUp, Inc. is a private coaching company that operates an online marketplace designed to connect athletes with private coaches across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts, the platform allows users to search for coaches by location and sport, offering a diverse range of disciplines including basketball, soccer, fitness, and yoga. Athletes can browse coach profiles, read reviews, and communicate directly to inquire about coaching sessions. The website also provides tools for coaches to enhance their practices, such as liability insurance, certifications, automated reminders, payment processing, and client management features. CoachUp's mission is to help athletes improve their performance and achieve their personal goals while supporting coaches in building and managing their private coaching businesses.
Handy
Series A in 2013
Handy, founded in 2012, is an online platform that provides a reliable and convenient way for customers to book household services, including home cleaning, plumbing, and home renovations. Operating in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Handy allows users to schedule appointments with pre-approved, experienced, and background-checked professionals in just a few minutes. The platform has facilitated millions of bookings, serving over 500,000 customers and activating over 50,000 independent service providers. Handy aims to connect homeowners with a wide range of services, from routine cleanings to more complex tasks like major renovations. Customers can easily access these services through the Handy app or website, ensuring that their home maintenance needs are met efficiently and at a high standard. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Handy offers a guarantee to address any issues that may arise, reinforcing its commitment to providing a dependable and stress-free experience for homeowners.
Listia
Series A in 2013
Listia Inc. operates an online auction marketplace that facilitates the exchange of unwanted goods for credits, allowing users to acquire items without spending money. Founded in 2009 and based in Mountain View, California, Listia enables users to list a wide variety of products across numerous categories, including electronics, clothing, collectibles, and home goods. Participants can earn credits by signing up, giving away items, and engaging actively on the platform. These credits can then be used to bid on other listed items, promoting a cycle of trading that unlocks value from unused possessions. This innovative model encourages sustainable consumption and fosters a community centered around sharing and trading.
FlightCar
Series A in 2013
FlightCar, Inc. is a car rental service that operates an online platform connecting car owners with travelers in need of vehicles while at the airport. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, FlightCar allows individuals who are parking their cars at airports to rent them out to other approved travelers, providing a cost-effective and convenient option for transportation. The company has expanded its services to multiple locations across the United States, including major cities such as Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle. By facilitating this peer-to-peer rental system, FlightCar aims to enhance the travel experience for both car owners and renters, promoting a collaborative community among travelers.
CoachUp
Seed Round in 2012
CoachUp, Inc. is a private coaching company that operates an online marketplace designed to connect athletes with private coaches across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts, the platform allows users to search for coaches by location and sport, offering a diverse range of disciplines including basketball, soccer, fitness, and yoga. Athletes can browse coach profiles, read reviews, and communicate directly to inquire about coaching sessions. The website also provides tools for coaches to enhance their practices, such as liability insurance, certifications, automated reminders, payment processing, and client management features. CoachUp's mission is to help athletes improve their performance and achieve their personal goals while supporting coaches in building and managing their private coaching businesses.
Handy
Series A in 2012
Handy, founded in 2012, is an online platform that provides a reliable and convenient way for customers to book household services, including home cleaning, plumbing, and home renovations. Operating in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Handy allows users to schedule appointments with pre-approved, experienced, and background-checked professionals in just a few minutes. The platform has facilitated millions of bookings, serving over 500,000 customers and activating over 50,000 independent service providers. Handy aims to connect homeowners with a wide range of services, from routine cleanings to more complex tasks like major renovations. Customers can easily access these services through the Handy app or website, ensuring that their home maintenance needs are met efficiently and at a high standard. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Handy offers a guarantee to address any issues that may arise, reinforcing its commitment to providing a dependable and stress-free experience for homeowners.
Getaround
Seed Round in 2011
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.
Airbnb
Series B in 2011
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.
FanSnap
Series B in 2009
FanSnap is an online ticket comparison-shopping platform that enables users to find and compare over 19 million tickets for more than 70,000 events, including sports, theater, and concerts. By aggregating ticket listings from over 50 trusted marketplaces and brokers, FanSnap helps consumers identify the best ticket values available. The platform utilizes advanced search capabilities and strategic partnerships with major ticket providers, allowing users to access detailed search results and make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, FanSnap operates co-branded ticket comparison services for prominent platforms such as Bing and Time Warner's RoadRunner.com. Owned by Nextag, which specializes in online product comparison, FanSnap benefits from robust technology and extensive market reach.
Pobts
Series C in 2009
Pobts is an online platform based in Lahore, Pakistan, that facilitates the buying and selling of goods and services. While its primary focus is on the Pakistani market, Pobts also operates in several other countries. The platform is part of a broader network of market-leading trading platforms managed by OLX Group, which aims to simplify the commerce process for users. By providing an accessible marketplace, Pobts contributes to local economies, enabling individuals to engage in trade and connect with others in their communities.
FanSnap
Series A in 2009
FanSnap is an online ticket comparison-shopping platform that enables users to find and compare over 19 million tickets for more than 70,000 events, including sports, theater, and concerts. By aggregating ticket listings from over 50 trusted marketplaces and brokers, FanSnap helps consumers identify the best ticket values available. The platform utilizes advanced search capabilities and strategic partnerships with major ticket providers, allowing users to access detailed search results and make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, FanSnap operates co-branded ticket comparison services for prominent platforms such as Bing and Time Warner's RoadRunner.com. Owned by Nextag, which specializes in online product comparison, FanSnap benefits from robust technology and extensive market reach.
Roost
Series B in 2008
Roost.ai is a software testing platform that employs ChatGPT and generative AI to streamline the software development process. It converts user stories into test cases, facilitates contract testing, and offers acceptance testing via preview URLs, thereby reducing testing time and effort, enhancing collaboration, and accelerating time-to-market.
OLX Brazil
Series B in 2008
OLX Brazil operates an online classifieds platform based in Rio de Janeiro, facilitating the buying and selling of various goods, including electronics, furniture, household items, cars, and bicycles. By promoting a culture of conscious consumption, OLX aims to connect Brazilians and enhance their quality of life through easy access to second-hand products. The platform serves as a global marketplace, allowing users to engage in transactions that foster community and sustainability.
FanSnap
Series A in 2008
FanSnap is an online ticket comparison-shopping platform that enables users to find and compare over 19 million tickets for more than 70,000 events, including sports, theater, and concerts. By aggregating ticket listings from over 50 trusted marketplaces and brokers, FanSnap helps consumers identify the best ticket values available. The platform utilizes advanced search capabilities and strategic partnerships with major ticket providers, allowing users to access detailed search results and make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, FanSnap operates co-branded ticket comparison services for prominent platforms such as Bing and Time Warner's RoadRunner.com. Owned by Nextag, which specializes in online product comparison, FanSnap benefits from robust technology and extensive market reach.
Pobts
Series B in 2008
Pobts is an online platform based in Lahore, Pakistan, that facilitates the buying and selling of goods and services. While its primary focus is on the Pakistani market, Pobts also operates in several other countries. The platform is part of a broader network of market-leading trading platforms managed by OLX Group, which aims to simplify the commerce process for users. By providing an accessible marketplace, Pobts contributes to local economies, enabling individuals to engage in trade and connect with others in their communities.
KAYAK
Series D in 2007
KAYAK is a global leader in travel search, empowering millions of travelers to make informed decisions. Since its 2004 inception in the US, KAYAK has expanded to over 60 countries, offering a comprehensive platform that compares prices from hundreds of travel websites for flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. Its suite of tools includes KAYAK Trips, Explore, and Price Forecast. KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands, processing over 6 billion queries annually. The company, now part of Booking Holdings Inc., was founded by industry veterans including Steve Hafner, Paul English, Terrell Jones, and Greg Slyngstad.
Pobts
Series A in 2007
Pobts is an online platform based in Lahore, Pakistan, that facilitates the buying and selling of goods and services. While its primary focus is on the Pakistani market, Pobts also operates in several other countries. The platform is part of a broader network of market-leading trading platforms managed by OLX Group, which aims to simplify the commerce process for users. By providing an accessible marketplace, Pobts contributes to local economies, enabling individuals to engage in trade and connect with others in their communities.
Roost
Series A in 2007
Roost.ai is a software testing platform that employs ChatGPT and generative AI to streamline the software development process. It converts user stories into test cases, facilitates contract testing, and offers acceptance testing via preview URLs, thereby reducing testing time and effort, enhancing collaboration, and accelerating time-to-market.
KAYAK
Series B in 2004
KAYAK is a global leader in travel search, empowering millions of travelers to make informed decisions. Since its 2004 inception in the US, KAYAK has expanded to over 60 countries, offering a comprehensive platform that compares prices from hundreds of travel websites for flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. Its suite of tools includes KAYAK Trips, Explore, and Price Forecast. KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands, processing over 6 billion queries annually. The company, now part of Booking Holdings Inc., was founded by industry veterans including Steve Hafner, Paul English, Terrell Jones, and Greg Slyngstad.
KAYAK
Series A in 2004
KAYAK is a global leader in travel search, empowering millions of travelers to make informed decisions. Since its 2004 inception in the US, KAYAK has expanded to over 60 countries, offering a comprehensive platform that compares prices from hundreds of travel websites for flights, hotels, rental cars, and vacation packages. Its suite of tools includes KAYAK Trips, Explore, and Price Forecast. KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands, processing over 6 billion queries annually. The company, now part of Booking Holdings Inc., was founded by industry veterans including Steve Hafner, Paul English, Terrell Jones, and Greg Slyngstad.
PLmarket
Series A in 2000
PLmarket is an e-commerce infrastructure and services company dedicated to enhancing business-to-business interactions and growth within the private label industry. It serves as a comprehensive platform for private label companies, facilitating connections between buyers and sellers, and streamlining business transactions. By providing an accessible online marketplace, PLmarket enables members to showcase their products and services, allowing them to stand out in a competitive environment. The platform offers a wide range of services, including direct marketing, procurement, sourcing, and category management, which empower companies to make informed strategic decisions and uncover new business opportunities. With a global network of private label retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and service providers, PLmarket aims to drive increased sales and profitability for its members by simplifying access to crucial markets and key decision-makers in the private label sector.
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