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 wide range of technology sectors, including advanced materials, clean energy, disruptive technology, healthcare IT, and consumer services, among others. General Catalyst typically invests between $0.05 million and $0.25 million in seed-stage companies and between $10 million and $50 million in growth equity, seeking profitable firms with substantial revenue and EBITDA. Their approach emphasizes mentorship and collaboration, fostering strong relationships with entrepreneurs who share their vision and values. They have managed eight venture capital funds, accumulating around $3.75 billion in capital commitments, reflecting their commitment to supporting innovative companies throughout their growth journey.

Adrian Abeijon

Investor

Mark Allen

CFO

Juliet Bailin

Principal

Brian Bedol

Managing Director

Marc Bhargava

Managing Director

Chris Bischoff

Managing Director

Larry Bohn

Managing Director

Kristen Camarota

Investor

Kenneth Chenault

Chairman and Managing Director

Quentin Clark

Managing Director

Mark Crane

Partner, Investment Team

Joel Cutler

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Christopher Davis

Partner, Investments

Kyle Doherty

Managing Director, Investments

Bill Fitzgerald

Co-Founder and Special Advisors

Molly Blaauw Gillis

Partner and Chief of Staff

Jeremy Goldstein

Partner

Julia Goodman

Investor

Drew Gordon

Investor

Steve Herrod

Managing Director

Tony Ho

Investor

Diana Hong

Investor

Mina Hsiang

Associate

Paula Hübner

Partner

Nmachi Jidenma

Partner

Christopher Kauffman

Principal and Member of the Investment Team

Zak Kukoff

Principal

Bill Kung

Principal

Paul Kwan

Managing Director

Alexandre Momeni

Executive, Investments and Partner

Deep Nishar

Managing Director

Dipchand ("Deep") Nishar

Managing Director

Reva Nohria

Principal

Trevor Oelschig

Managing Director

Pranay Orugunta

Healthcare Investor

Mo Punjwani

Associate, Investments

Candace Richardson

Principal

Max Rimpel

Partner

Paul Sagan

Investor

Pranav Singhvi

Managing Director

Vedant Suri

Investor

Alex Tran

Managing Director

Catherine Tu

Partner

Elena Viboch

Partner

Andrea Wang

Principal, Early Stage Investment

Vincent Zhu

Investor

Past deals in Personal Finance

Clara

Series B in 2023
Clara is a financial technology company focused on simplifying home mortgage financing for individuals and families. By leveraging advanced technology, Clara aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and personalization of the mortgage origination process. Its online lending platform facilitates an easy and streamlined experience for consumers, allowing them to secure home financing quickly and clearly. In addition to its mortgage offerings, Clara also provides a suite of financial tools designed for businesses, including corporate expense management solutions, corporate cards, and bill payment services. This comprehensive approach enables both consumers and businesses to manage their financial needs with greater ease and control.

CashFlo

Series B in 2022
Cashflo operates a digital marketplace focused on supply chain financing, facilitating collaboration among buyers, suppliers, and distributors for early payment solutions. Established in 1992 and headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Cashflo serves small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across more than 30 cities. The company is also known as Cashflow Investments (India) Private Limited. With plans for business expansion, Cashflo aims to enhance its platform and grow its workforce to around 75 employees within the next two years. The recent infusion of funds will support these initiatives, enabling the company to implement its growth strategies effectively.

Finch

Series A in 2022
Finch is a developer of an application programming interface (API) that facilitates access to payroll and human resources systems. Founded in 2020 and based in Mountain View, California, the company's software allows administrators to connect their organizations to various applications in a compliant and secure manner. Finch's API integrates across multiple providers, enabling developers to access previously closed systems and serve as the source of truth for employee data and financial transactions. The platform supports a range of use cases, including lending, insurance, benefits, financial planning and analysis, and HR applications. Additionally, Finch's technology streamlines processes such as income verification, direct deposit transitions, and background checks for prospective employees.

Clara

Series B in 2021
Clara is a financial technology company focused on simplifying home mortgage financing for individuals and families. By leveraging advanced technology, Clara aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and personalization of the mortgage origination process. Its online lending platform facilitates an easy and streamlined experience for consumers, allowing them to secure home financing quickly and clearly. In addition to its mortgage offerings, Clara also provides a suite of financial tools designed for businesses, including corporate expense management solutions, corporate cards, and bill payment services. This comprehensive approach enables both consumers and businesses to manage their financial needs with greater ease and control.

Hometap

Venture Round in 2021
Hometap Equity Partners, LLC, based in Boston, Massachusetts, offers homeowners a unique financial solution by providing cash through home equity investments without the burden of debt. Founded in 2017, Hometap allows homeowners to access up to 20 percent of their home's value, enabling them to receive immediate funds for various needs without incurring interest rates, monthly payments, or credit score requirements. This innovative approach aims to enhance financial stability and freedom for homeowners, thereby transforming the traditional landscape of home financing. In addition to its investment services, Hometap also emphasizes homeowner education through a data-driven platform, further supporting its mission to change the face of homeownership.

Stori

Series C in 2021
Stori is a financial services company focused on providing inclusive solutions in Latin America through innovative technology. The company connects consumers with personal loan officers, enabling them to select financial products that align with their specific financial situations. Stori's platform not only helps users choose suitable loans but also guides them through the application process, ensuring a smoother experience. Founded in 2017 and based in Vienna, Virginia, Stori aims to enhance access to financial services for underserved populations in the region.

Origin

Series B in 2021
Developer of a money management platform designed to educate employees in managing their finances. The company's platform combines human financial planners with financial technology that educates and helps to create, execute, and track personalized financial plans, enabling workers to manage their entire financial lives in one place and receive personalized guidance along the way.

Atom Finance

Series B in 2021
Atom Finance, Inc. operates an online investment research platform aimed at individual investors of varying skill levels. Founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company provides a comprehensive platform that offers institutional-quality data, documents, news, and events related to companies. This platform facilitates the aggregation and comparison of information, allowing users to conduct thorough research. Additionally, Atom Finance delivers global enterprise software, including APIs and embeddable user interfaces, along with insights and dynamic tools that enhance user engagement throughout the investment process, from research to trade execution. By catering to both novice and experienced investors, Atom Finance empowers individuals to make informed investment decisions.

FamPay

Series A in 2021
FamPay Solutions Private Limited is a Bengaluru-based company that provides a digital payment application specifically designed for teenagers and their families. Incorporated in 2019, FamPay enables minors to conduct various payment activities, including UPI, peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions, and card payments, without requiring a traditional bank account. The application allows parents to send money to their children, who can then spend it securely at online and in-store merchants under parental supervision. By focusing on the unique needs of younger users, FamPay aims to create a seamless and enjoyable payment experience for teenagers while ensuring financial safety and accountability.

Clara

Series A in 2021
Clara is a financial technology company focused on simplifying home mortgage financing for individuals and families. By leveraging advanced technology, Clara aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and personalization of the mortgage origination process. Its online lending platform facilitates an easy and streamlined experience for consumers, allowing them to secure home financing quickly and clearly. In addition to its mortgage offerings, Clara also provides a suite of financial tools designed for businesses, including corporate expense management solutions, corporate cards, and bill payment services. This comprehensive approach enables both consumers and businesses to manage their financial needs with greater ease and control.

Clara

Series A in 2021
Clara is a financial technology company focused on simplifying home mortgage financing for individuals and families. By leveraging advanced technology, Clara aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and personalization of the mortgage origination process. Its online lending platform facilitates an easy and streamlined experience for consumers, allowing them to secure home financing quickly and clearly. In addition to its mortgage offerings, Clara also provides a suite of financial tools designed for businesses, including corporate expense management solutions, corporate cards, and bill payment services. This comprehensive approach enables both consumers and businesses to manage their financial needs with greater ease and control.

Step

Series C in 2021
Step Mobile, Inc. is a financial services company that offers a mobile banking application designed specifically for teens and families. Founded in 2018 and located in Palo Alto, California, Step aims to empower young individuals by providing them with tools and resources to manage their finances effectively. The platform focuses on enhancing financial literacy and independence among its users, helping them understand their money management habits while rewarding them for their financial progress. With a team boasting over 50 years of combined experience in financial technology, Step's mission is to create a banking experience that fosters smarter financial decisions and promotes overall financial well-being for the younger generation.

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.

Clara

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Clara is a financial technology company focused on simplifying home mortgage financing for individuals and families. By leveraging advanced technology, Clara aims to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and personalization of the mortgage origination process. Its online lending platform facilitates an easy and streamlined experience for consumers, allowing them to secure home financing quickly and clearly. In addition to its mortgage offerings, Clara also provides a suite of financial tools designed for businesses, including corporate expense management solutions, corporate cards, and bill payment services. This comprehensive approach enables both consumers and businesses to manage their financial needs with greater ease and control.

Monzo

Series G in 2021
Monzo Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, offering a range of financial services including current accounts, savings accounts, overdrafts, and loans for both individuals and businesses. Established in 2015 and rebranded from FOCUS FS LIMITED in 2016, Monzo focuses on providing an efficient online banking experience through its mobile application, catering to tech-savvy customers who prefer managing their finances without traditional bank branches. The platform allows users to spend, save, and manage their money seamlessly, with real-time balance updates, intelligent notifications, and comprehensive tracking of transactions. Monzo aims to serve as a central hub for users' financial activities, enhancing their overall banking experience.

Finch

Seed Round in 2020
Finch is a developer of an application programming interface (API) that facilitates access to payroll and human resources systems. Founded in 2020 and based in Mountain View, California, the company's software allows administrators to connect their organizations to various applications in a compliant and secure manner. Finch's API integrates across multiple providers, enabling developers to access previously closed systems and serve as the source of truth for employee data and financial transactions. The platform supports a range of use cases, including lending, insurance, benefits, financial planning and analysis, and HR applications. Additionally, Finch's technology streamlines processes such as income verification, direct deposit transitions, and background checks for prospective employees.

Atom Finance

Series A in 2020
Atom Finance, Inc. operates an online investment research platform aimed at individual investors of varying skill levels. Founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company provides a comprehensive platform that offers institutional-quality data, documents, news, and events related to companies. This platform facilitates the aggregation and comparison of information, allowing users to conduct thorough research. Additionally, Atom Finance delivers global enterprise software, including APIs and embeddable user interfaces, along with insights and dynamic tools that enhance user engagement throughout the investment process, from research to trade execution. By catering to both novice and experienced investors, Atom Finance empowers individuals to make informed investment decisions.

Monzo

Series G in 2020
Monzo Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, offering a range of financial services including current accounts, savings accounts, overdrafts, and loans for both individuals and businesses. Established in 2015 and rebranded from FOCUS FS LIMITED in 2016, Monzo focuses on providing an efficient online banking experience through its mobile application, catering to tech-savvy customers who prefer managing their finances without traditional bank branches. The platform allows users to spend, save, and manage their money seamlessly, with real-time balance updates, intelligent notifications, and comprehensive tracking of transactions. Monzo aims to serve as a central hub for users' financial activities, enhancing their overall banking experience.

Origin

Venture Round in 2020
Developer of a money management platform designed to educate employees in managing their finances. The company's platform combines human financial planners with financial technology that educates and helps to create, execute, and track personalized financial plans, enabling workers to manage their entire financial lives in one place and receive personalized guidance along the way.

Finom

Seed Round in 2020
Finom is a financial platform headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and small to medium-sized enterprises. Launched in 2019, Finom integrates banking, accounting, invoicing, and expense management into a single mobile-first solution. This approach allows users to efficiently manage their finances directly from their smartphones, streamlining financial processes and enhancing productivity. By providing fast and simple online financial services, Finom aims to save time and reduce costs for early-stage businesses and SMEs.

Hometap

Series B in 2019
Hometap Equity Partners, LLC, based in Boston, Massachusetts, offers homeowners a unique financial solution by providing cash through home equity investments without the burden of debt. Founded in 2017, Hometap allows homeowners to access up to 20 percent of their home's value, enabling them to receive immediate funds for various needs without incurring interest rates, monthly payments, or credit score requirements. This innovative approach aims to enhance financial stability and freedom for homeowners, thereby transforming the traditional landscape of home financing. In addition to its investment services, Hometap also emphasizes homeowner education through a data-driven platform, further supporting its mission to change the face of homeownership.

Origin

Seed Round in 2019
Developer of a money management platform designed to educate employees in managing their finances. The company's platform combines human financial planners with financial technology that educates and helps to create, execute, and track personalized financial plans, enabling workers to manage their entire financial lives in one place and receive personalized guidance along the way.

Atom Finance

Series A in 2019
Atom Finance, Inc. operates an online investment research platform aimed at individual investors of varying skill levels. Founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company provides a comprehensive platform that offers institutional-quality data, documents, news, and events related to companies. This platform facilitates the aggregation and comparison of information, allowing users to conduct thorough research. Additionally, Atom Finance delivers global enterprise software, including APIs and embeddable user interfaces, along with insights and dynamic tools that enhance user engagement throughout the investment process, from research to trade execution. By catering to both novice and experienced investors, Atom Finance empowers individuals to make informed investment decisions.

Atom Finance

Series A in 2019
Atom Finance, Inc. operates an online investment research platform aimed at individual investors of varying skill levels. Founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company provides a comprehensive platform that offers institutional-quality data, documents, news, and events related to companies. This platform facilitates the aggregation and comparison of information, allowing users to conduct thorough research. Additionally, Atom Finance delivers global enterprise software, including APIs and embeddable user interfaces, along with insights and dynamic tools that enhance user engagement throughout the investment process, from research to trade execution. By catering to both novice and experienced investors, Atom Finance empowers individuals to make informed investment decisions.

Digit

Series C in 2019
Digit, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in a mobile application designed to help users manage their finances effectively. Founded in 2012, the app analyzes users' spending habits and automatically saves a tailored amount of money each day, based on their income and expenditure patterns. By utilizing machine learning and insights from behavioral psychology, Digit aims to reduce the stress associated with financial management and assists users in building a secure financial future. The platform keeps savings in a separate account and adjusts the savings amount daily, helping users achieve their financial goals without requiring constant attention.

Monzo

Series F in 2019
Monzo Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, offering a range of financial services including current accounts, savings accounts, overdrafts, and loans for both individuals and businesses. Established in 2015 and rebranded from FOCUS FS LIMITED in 2016, Monzo focuses on providing an efficient online banking experience through its mobile application, catering to tech-savvy customers who prefer managing their finances without traditional bank branches. The platform allows users to spend, save, and manage their money seamlessly, with real-time balance updates, intelligent notifications, and comprehensive tracking of transactions. Monzo aims to serve as a central hub for users' financial activities, enhancing their overall banking experience.

Monzo

Series E in 2018
Monzo Bank Limited is a digital-only bank based in London, United Kingdom, offering a range of financial services including current accounts, savings accounts, overdrafts, and loans for both individuals and businesses. Established in 2015 and rebranded from FOCUS FS LIMITED in 2016, Monzo focuses on providing an efficient online banking experience through its mobile application, catering to tech-savvy customers who prefer managing their finances without traditional bank branches. The platform allows users to spend, save, and manage their money seamlessly, with real-time balance updates, intelligent notifications, and comprehensive tracking of transactions. Monzo aims to serve as a central hub for users' financial activities, enhancing their overall banking experience.

Hometap

Series A in 2018
Hometap Equity Partners, LLC, based in Boston, Massachusetts, offers homeowners a unique financial solution by providing cash through home equity investments without the burden of debt. Founded in 2017, Hometap allows homeowners to access up to 20 percent of their home's value, enabling them to receive immediate funds for various needs without incurring interest rates, monthly payments, or credit score requirements. This innovative approach aims to enhance financial stability and freedom for homeowners, thereby transforming the traditional landscape of home financing. In addition to its investment services, Hometap also emphasizes homeowner education through a data-driven platform, further supporting its mission to change the face of homeownership.

Ualá

Convertible Note in 2017
Ualá is a fintech platform that offers a prepaid MasterCard card to help users keep track of spending, complete transfers, and more. Its native apps link with a Mastercard that allows users to conduct financial transactions such as online or offline purchases, free P2P and top-ups, as well as other payments, both in Argentina and abroad. The platform's technology and proprietary integrations allow for live transactionality, the first and only PFM solution in the market, and secure instant transfers, among others. Uala also allows users to track expenses through an analysis tool. Some selected users can also request a loan through the app. Ualá is available in Argentina for Android and iOS.

Digit

Series B in 2016
Digit, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in a mobile application designed to help users manage their finances effectively. Founded in 2012, the app analyzes users' spending habits and automatically saves a tailored amount of money each day, based on their income and expenditure patterns. By utilizing machine learning and insights from behavioral psychology, Digit aims to reduce the stress associated with financial management and assists users in building a secure financial future. The platform keeps savings in a separate account and adjusts the savings amount daily, helping users achieve their financial goals without requiring constant attention.

Paribus

Seed Round in 2015
Paribus Co. is a technology company based in New York that specializes in helping consumers save money on online purchases by tracking price changes. Founded in 2014, Paribus operates a portal that scans users' email inboxes for receipts and automatically monitors price fluctuations for purchased items. When a price drop occurs, the company files price adjustment claims on behalf of the user, ensuring they receive any eligible refunds. This service allows consumers to benefit from retailers' price matching guarantees without the hassle of navigating the claims process themselves. Paribus became a subsidiary of Capital One Financial Corporation in 2016, further enhancing its capabilities in the financial technology space.

Digit

Series A in 2015
Digit, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in a mobile application designed to help users manage their finances effectively. Founded in 2012, the app analyzes users' spending habits and automatically saves a tailored amount of money each day, based on their income and expenditure patterns. By utilizing machine learning and insights from behavioral psychology, Digit aims to reduce the stress associated with financial management and assists users in building a secure financial future. The platform keeps savings in a separate account and adjusts the savings amount daily, helping users achieve their financial goals without requiring constant attention.

Upromise

Series A in 2000
Upromise, Inc. is a loyalty program based in Newton, Massachusetts, that helps families save for college by providing education-savings rewards. Established in 2000, the company enables consumers to earn cash-back rewards through eligible purchases at various partners, including grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and online retailers. Members can then convert these rewards into contributions for their linked 529 Plan education savings accounts, facilitating the payment of college expenses such as tuition and loans. Upromise serves a wide audience, including parents, students, graduates, and their families, making college funding more accessible. As of May 2020, Upromise operates as a subsidiary of Prodege, LLC.
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