Bravo Sierra
Series A in 2020
Bravo Sierra is a performance wellness company that specializes in personal care and nutrition products designed for both military and civilian communities. Established in 2018 by Benjamin Bernet and Justin Guilbert in New York, the company draws insights from a community of 1,000 active-duty U.S. military service members to develop its offerings. By collaborating directly with these individuals, Bravo Sierra ensures that its products meet the specific needs of those who serve. The company operates on a revenue-sharing model, contributing 5% of all sales to the Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program, which supports the quality of life for U.S. Armed Forces members and their families. Bravo Sierra's commitment to user-driven innovation and community support sets it apart in the wellness industry.
Bravo Sierra
Seed Round in 2019
Bravo Sierra is a performance wellness company that specializes in personal care and nutrition products designed for both military and civilian communities. Established in 2018 by Benjamin Bernet and Justin Guilbert in New York, the company draws insights from a community of 1,000 active-duty U.S. military service members to develop its offerings. By collaborating directly with these individuals, Bravo Sierra ensures that its products meet the specific needs of those who serve. The company operates on a revenue-sharing model, contributing 5% of all sales to the Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program, which supports the quality of life for U.S. Armed Forces members and their families. Bravo Sierra's commitment to user-driven innovation and community support sets it apart in the wellness industry.
Voray
Venture Round in 2019
Voray operates as a professional networking community that facilitates small, curated dinner gatherings for around 15 individuals. These events are designed to foster authentic relationships among members, allowing them to build meaningful connections over shared meals. The community is supported by a digital platform that enables members to discover upcoming events, propose new ones, and maintain ongoing communication. By focusing on personal interactions, Voray aims to create a robust professional network, where connections are more significant and enduring. Additionally, the platform assists in connecting sponsors with event management opportunities, thereby enhancing brand visibility and facilitating business development.
Rothy's, Inc. is a footwear company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of women's and children's shoes crafted from recycled plastic bottles. Established in 2015, Rothy's focuses on sustainability by transforming single-use plastics into stylish and comfortable footwear, including flats, loafers, and sneakers. The company employs a proprietary 3D knitting process to minimize material waste and has repurposed over 60 million water bottles since its inception. In addition to footwear, Rothy's offers insoles and shoe care kits. The brand also recently expanded its product range to include The Bag Collection, which utilizes recycled marine plastics. Rothy's operates a retail location in San Francisco and has attracted nearly two million customers worldwide, reflecting its commitment to combining style, comfort, and environmental responsibility.
Eloquii Design, Inc. specializes in designing and selling fashion apparel for women, particularly in plus sizes ranging from 14 to 28. Founded in 2012, the company offers a wide array of products, including dresses, tops, pants, skirts, and accessories such as shoes and jewelry. Eloquii operates primarily through its online platform, providing trendy and fast-fashion options to customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition to its e-commerce presence, the company has a physical store located in Atlanta, Georgia. With headquarters in both New York and Columbus, Ohio, Eloquii aims to deliver contemporary styles while also engaging customers with unique content through its blog and curated catalog. As of late 2018, Eloquii operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc.
Primary makes clothes for kids and builds a better experience for busy parents to shop for them. It aims to be the most inclusive kid's clothing brand, offering high-quality essentials at affordable prices. Rather than chasing the trend, Primary offers thoughtfully designed clothing without logos, slogans, or sequins. They take a gender-neutral approach, with a broad range of colors available for babies and kids 0-12, without prescribing what is for girls or boys. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Pixlee TurnTo
Series A in 2017
Pixlee TurnTo is a marketing software company that focuses on enhancing brand promotion through the voice of customers. Formed from the merger of Pixlee and TurnTo in early 2021, the company offers a platform that integrates user-generated content (UGC), influencer marketing, and text-based customer content such as ratings and reviews. This approach allows marketers and e-commerce executives to create authentic customer-driven marketing strategies without necessitating additional technical resources. By placing customers at the core of marketing efforts, Pixlee TurnTo aims to boost revenue, brand loyalty, and consumer engagement. The company is headquartered in San Francisco and has additional offices in New York and Toronto.
Rothy's
Seed Round in 2016
Rothy's, Inc. is a footwear company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of women's and children's shoes crafted from recycled plastic bottles. Established in 2015, Rothy's focuses on sustainability by transforming single-use plastics into stylish and comfortable footwear, including flats, loafers, and sneakers. The company employs a proprietary 3D knitting process to minimize material waste and has repurposed over 60 million water bottles since its inception. In addition to footwear, Rothy's offers insoles and shoe care kits. The brand also recently expanded its product range to include The Bag Collection, which utilizes recycled marine plastics. Rothy's operates a retail location in San Francisco and has attracted nearly two million customers worldwide, reflecting its commitment to combining style, comfort, and environmental responsibility.
Parachute Home
Series A in 2016
Parachute Home Inc. is a company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in the design and manufacture of modern bedding and bath essentials. The product range includes sheet sets, duvet covers, pillowcases, shams, top sheets, and fabric swatches. Parachute Home emphasizes comfort and quality, with its products designed in Venice Beach and crafted by skilled artisans. The company primarily sells its offerings online, catering to consumers seeking high-quality home goods.
Vengo is a software and media company based in Long Island City, New York, specializing in interactive digital vending machines that enhance consumer engagement and collect valuable data. Founded in 2012, Vengo's innovative kiosks feature touchscreen interfaces that gamify the shopping experience, allowing brands to connect more effectively with customers. The company has partnered with notable brands such as Trident, Snapple, and Dentyne, as well as major players like Mondelez and Verizon. Vengo's machines not only promote products but also enable businesses to manage their networks remotely and analyze consumer behavior. The company's business model is designed to achieve attractive unit economics, with the potential for a six-month payback on new units.
Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.
MM.LaFleur
Series A in 2016
MM.LaFleur is an online retail platform that specializes in providing professional clothing for women. Founded in 2011 by Narie Foster, Miyako Nakamura, and Sarah LaFleur, the company offers a diverse range of branded apparel, including classic shift dresses, pencil skirts, blouses, and accessories, all designed to cater to various styles and preferences. MM.LaFleur also features a unique service where customers can order customized bento boxes containing four to six wardrobe staples, allowing for a curated shopping experience. With offices across the United States, the company aims to simplify and enhance the professional wardrobe of women by offering thoughtfully designed clothing that combines elegance with practicality.
Primary makes clothes for kids and builds a better experience for busy parents to shop for them. It aims to be the most inclusive kid's clothing brand, offering high-quality essentials at affordable prices. Rather than chasing the trend, Primary offers thoughtfully designed clothing without logos, slogans, or sequins. They take a gender-neutral approach, with a broad range of colors available for babies and kids 0-12, without prescribing what is for girls or boys. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Parachute Home
Series A in 2016
Parachute Home Inc. is a company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in the design and manufacture of modern bedding and bath essentials. The product range includes sheet sets, duvet covers, pillowcases, shams, top sheets, and fabric swatches. Parachute Home emphasizes comfort and quality, with its products designed in Venice Beach and crafted by skilled artisans. The company primarily sells its offerings online, catering to consumers seeking high-quality home goods.
Eloquii Design, Inc. specializes in designing and selling fashion apparel for women, particularly in plus sizes ranging from 14 to 28. Founded in 2012, the company offers a wide array of products, including dresses, tops, pants, skirts, and accessories such as shoes and jewelry. Eloquii operates primarily through its online platform, providing trendy and fast-fashion options to customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition to its e-commerce presence, the company has a physical store located in Atlanta, Georgia. With headquarters in both New York and Columbus, Ohio, Eloquii aims to deliver contemporary styles while also engaging customers with unique content through its blog and curated catalog. As of late 2018, Eloquii operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc.
sourceeasy
Seed Round in 2016
Sourceeasy is building a global framework to power apparel manufacturing and distribution. That framework consists of: - digitizing styles and its components to a mix-and-match array. - powering volume to create predictable vendor and factory behavior. - building a SaaS platform to automate manufacturing and distribution of apparel. The Sourceeasy platform indexes every style of clothing we make the first time and puts it on "Speed Dial" to vendors, turning garment production into a simple mouse click. We turn small batch, quick turn manufacturing into a predictable, repeatable, scalable process for Brands and Retailers in the $300B Fast Fashion Industry. Sourceasy was launched by Pranay Srinivasan, and Chirag Chamoli, in March 2013 and is operated from San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Shanghai, Hyderabad and Ho Chi Minh City.
PinRose
Seed Round in 2015
Pinrose is a manufacturer of luxury perfumes that focuses on creating toxin-free fragrances. The company employs synesthesia in its approach, allowing customers to discover scents that resonate with their personal preferences. This innovative method enhances the shopping experience by offering a unique and personalized way to select fragrances. Pinrose aims to celebrate accessible luxury through its distinctive and elegantly designed perfumes, making high-quality scents available to a broader audience.
Supergoop
Series A in 2015
Supergoop, LLC is a skincare brand focused exclusively on sun protection, offering a diverse range of products designed to provide ultraviolet (UV) protection. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company’s product lineup includes sunscreen mousse, serum, CC cream, mineral setting powder, anti-aging eye cream, and lip balm for facial use, as well as hand cream, mineral sunscreen mist, and body butter for body care. The brand also caters to children with specialized lip balms and sunscreens. In addition, Supergoop manufactures mineral-based products and travel-friendly options. Its products are available for purchase online and in various retail stores.
Glamsquad
Series B in 2015
Glamsquad, Inc., also known as GLAM Group, is a New York-based company that specializes in providing on-demand beauty services. Founded in 2013, Glamsquad offers a range of services including hair styling, makeup application, and nail care, catering to clients in major cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington, D.C., Boston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The company employs a network of trained and vetted beauty professionals who deliver personalized experiences for various occasions, including home appointments, parties, and weddings. Glamsquad leverages technology to facilitate easy booking through its app and website, ensuring clients can select services, schedule appointments, and enjoy the convenience of professional beauty care at home. In addition to services, Glamsquad has introduced its own line of hair and makeup products, designed to complement their offerings and meet client needs.
MM.LaFleur
Seed Round in 2015
MM.LaFleur is an online retail platform that specializes in providing professional clothing for women. Founded in 2011 by Narie Foster, Miyako Nakamura, and Sarah LaFleur, the company offers a diverse range of branded apparel, including classic shift dresses, pencil skirts, blouses, and accessories, all designed to cater to various styles and preferences. MM.LaFleur also features a unique service where customers can order customized bento boxes containing four to six wardrobe staples, allowing for a curated shopping experience. With offices across the United States, the company aims to simplify and enhance the professional wardrobe of women by offering thoughtfully designed clothing that combines elegance with practicality.
Perch Interactive Inc specializes in providing interactive technology solutions that enhance retail environments by linking physical products with digital content. The company employs advanced computer vision and IoT technologies to create an engaging shopping experience, allowing retailers to offer dynamic digital marketing linked to the products customers are interacting with in-store. Perch's platform delivers real-time analytics on shopper behavior and enables features such as A/B testing of marketing campaigns, ensuring that retailers can optimize their strategies effectively. The firm serves a diverse range of sectors, including fashion, health and beauty, and food and beverage, and has established partnerships with notable brands. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Perch has experienced significant growth and received various accolades for its innovative approach to retail marketing.
KiwiCo
Venture Round in 2015
KiwiCo, Inc. designs and delivers hands-on activity boxes for children, focusing on educational and entertaining projects in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company provides monthly subscription services that include curated materials and instructions for engaging activities, allowing kids to explore and create while simultaneously saving time for busy parents. KiwiCo aims to foster creativity and problem-solving skills in children, equipping them with the tools to discover and engage with the world around them. The company, originally known as Kiwi Crate Inc., rebranded in June 2017 as it expanded its offerings to include an upcoming online store alongside its subscription model.
Ringly, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in designing and crafting smart jewelry and accessories that connect to mobile devices. Founded in 2013, Ringly integrates wearable technology into fashionable products, allowing users to receive notifications and stay connected while maintaining a stylish appearance. The company emphasizes the seamless blending of technology into daily life, promoting mindfulness and connectivity. Its smart jewelry, made with precious and semi-precious stones, is designed to keep users engaged with their environment and their devices. Since shipping its first product in 2015, Ringly has established itself as a leader in the fashionable wearable technology market, controlling all aspects of its business, including design, software, hardware, and manufacturing.
Trendalytics Innovation Labs
Seed Round in 2015
Trendalytics Innovation Labs Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in developing an advanced analytics platform designed to assist retailers in making informed and profitable decisions. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes proprietary machine learning and image recognition technologies to provide a comprehensive understanding of consumer demand and market trends. By aggregating and analyzing vast amounts of data from social media, online searches, and consumer shopping behaviors, Trendalytics translates these insights into actionable merchandise strategies. Their platform identifies key trends by examining millions of data points, enabling retailers to anticipate future consumer preferences and optimize their buying and assortment decisions. Through this innovative approach, Trendalytics empowers retailers to navigate the market landscape effectively and reduce uncertainty in their strategic planning.
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
MM.LaFleur
Venture Round in 2014
MM.LaFleur is an online retail platform that specializes in providing professional clothing for women. Founded in 2011 by Narie Foster, Miyako Nakamura, and Sarah LaFleur, the company offers a diverse range of branded apparel, including classic shift dresses, pencil skirts, blouses, and accessories, all designed to cater to various styles and preferences. MM.LaFleur also features a unique service where customers can order customized bento boxes containing four to six wardrobe staples, allowing for a curated shopping experience. With offices across the United States, the company aims to simplify and enhance the professional wardrobe of women by offering thoughtfully designed clothing that combines elegance with practicality.
PinRose
Seed Round in 2014
Pinrose is a manufacturer of luxury perfumes that focuses on creating toxin-free fragrances. The company employs synesthesia in its approach, allowing customers to discover scents that resonate with their personal preferences. This innovative method enhances the shopping experience by offering a unique and personalized way to select fragrances. Pinrose aims to celebrate accessible luxury through its distinctive and elegantly designed perfumes, making high-quality scents available to a broader audience.
Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.
Harry's
Venture Round in 2014
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
Trendalytics Innovation Labs
Venture Round in 2014
Trendalytics Innovation Labs Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in developing an advanced analytics platform designed to assist retailers in making informed and profitable decisions. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes proprietary machine learning and image recognition technologies to provide a comprehensive understanding of consumer demand and market trends. By aggregating and analyzing vast amounts of data from social media, online searches, and consumer shopping behaviors, Trendalytics translates these insights into actionable merchandise strategies. Their platform identifies key trends by examining millions of data points, enabling retailers to anticipate future consumer preferences and optimize their buying and assortment decisions. Through this innovative approach, Trendalytics empowers retailers to navigate the market landscape effectively and reduce uncertainty in their strategic planning.
CaaStle
Venture Round in 2014
CaaStle is a pioneer in the "Clothing as a Service" (CaaS) model, providing a subscription rental platform that enables retailers to offer clothing rentals to consumers. The company delivers a comprehensive, cloud-based service that includes technology, reverse logistics, and operational support. This approach fosters a new relationship between retailers and consumers, focusing on access to apparel instead of traditional ownership. By leveraging its platform, CaaStle helps retailers attract new customers and re-engage lapsed ones, creating a relationship-based experience that enhances customer loyalty. This model allows brands to optimize inventory returns while increasing revenue and profits.
Events.com
Venture Round in 2014
Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.
ShareRails
Venture Round in 2013
ShareRails is a social commerce platform that provides retailers and brands with a cost-effective solution for personalized merchandising and social discovery. The platform connects online searches to offline retailers by transforming inventory data into rich digital content. This content is indexed by search engines, enhancing product discoverability and allowing local retailers to engage with a broader customer base. Through its innovative approach, ShareRails aims to bridge the gap between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores, facilitating referral traffic and driving customer engagement for retail businesses.
PinRose
Venture Round in 2013
Pinrose is a manufacturer of luxury perfumes that focuses on creating toxin-free fragrances. The company employs synesthesia in its approach, allowing customers to discover scents that resonate with their personal preferences. This innovative method enhances the shopping experience by offering a unique and personalized way to select fragrances. Pinrose aims to celebrate accessible luxury through its distinctive and elegantly designed perfumes, making high-quality scents available to a broader audience.
KITE Scouting
Angel Round in 2013
KITE Scouting, based in San Francisco, is a platform designed to facilitate connections between emerging companies and established enterprises, particularly Global 5000 firms. Founded in 2013, KITE offers a comprehensive social network, utility, and marketplace that enables brands, media companies, and startups to engage effectively. The platform assists large organizations in identifying and evaluating potential partners, investments, and acquisition opportunities. In addition, KITE provides valuable insights and resources to both startups and enterprises, helping them navigate the business landscape and connect with industry leaders and visionaries. The company has collaborated with notable clients, including Comcast NBCUniversal, EY, Estee Lauder Companies, Gilead, Mars, and Visa, showcasing its ability to extend venture-quality resources to its customers.
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
Dekko
Venture Round in 2013
Dekko Inc. is an augmented-reality startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing smartphone software that integrates digital content into the real world, enabling users to interact with their environment in innovative ways. Its portfolio includes an operating system designed for mobile developers to create 3-D applications for wearable devices. Dekko's approach reflects a shift towards a "Post-PC" world, where technology facilitates more natural interactions through multi-sensor devices and the Internet of Things. By moving away from traditional interfaces reliant on keyboards and mice, Dekko aims to enhance user experiences through touch and voice interactions, ultimately allowing for a more immersive engagement with entertainment and social networks.
Warby Parker
Series B in 2013
Warby Parker is a lifestyle brand that designs and develops prescription glasses, contact lenses, and eyewear accessories, while also offering eye exams and vision tests. The company aims to provide high-quality designer eyewear at accessible prices, addressing the critical issue that approximately one billion people lack access to affordable glasses. By partnering with experienced non-profit organizations, Warby Parker ensures that each sale contributes to giving someone in need access to eyewear, which can significantly impact their quality of life and economic opportunities. The company's revenue primarily comes from the sale of eyewear products and optical services, which are available through its retail stores, website, and mobile applications. Warby Parker's commitment to social responsibility is integral to its business model, as it seeks to combine profitability with positive social impact.
Peloton is an innovative company in the fitness industry, established in 2012 and headquartered in New York. It operates an interactive fitness platform, offering a unique blend of high-quality hardware, engaging software, and diverse content. Peloton's primary offerings include connected fitness products, such as stationary bikes and treadmills, along with related accessories. The company generates significant revenue from its subscription services, which provide access to live and on-demand fitness classes led by elite instructors. These classes are enhanced by performance tracking metrics and a real-time leaderboard, fostering a socially connected and motivating workout environment. Peloton sells its products online and through a growing number of showrooms across the United States, primarily catering to a North American audience while also expanding into international markets.
DoubleDutch
Series B in 2012
DoubleDutch, Inc. is a provider of event management software aimed at enhancing live event experiences for organizers worldwide. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company offers a live engagement platform that includes applications, integrations, and performance metrics, allowing event organizers to digitize experiences and optimize engagement. Its solutions encompass online event registration, enabling users to create custom registration pages, manage pre-event activities, and collect attendee data and payments. DoubleDutch serves a diverse clientele, including brands and associations, for various types of events such as corporate meetings, tradeshows, expos, and conferences. The company also operates locations in major cities across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, and is a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc. as of June 2019.
Events.com
Series B in 2012
Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.
Dekko Inc. is an augmented-reality startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing smartphone software that integrates digital content into the real world, enabling users to interact with their environment in innovative ways. Its portfolio includes an operating system designed for mobile developers to create 3-D applications for wearable devices. Dekko's approach reflects a shift towards a "Post-PC" world, where technology facilitates more natural interactions through multi-sensor devices and the Internet of Things. By moving away from traditional interfaces reliant on keyboards and mice, Dekko aims to enhance user experiences through touch and voice interactions, ultimately allowing for a more immersive engagement with entertainment and social networks.
Harry's
Seed Round in 2012
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
DoubleDutch
Series A in 2012
DoubleDutch, Inc. is a provider of event management software aimed at enhancing live event experiences for organizers worldwide. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company offers a live engagement platform that includes applications, integrations, and performance metrics, allowing event organizers to digitize experiences and optimize engagement. Its solutions encompass online event registration, enabling users to create custom registration pages, manage pre-event activities, and collect attendee data and payments. DoubleDutch serves a diverse clientele, including brands and associations, for various types of events such as corporate meetings, tradeshows, expos, and conferences. The company also operates locations in major cities across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, and is a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc. as of June 2019.
Lookcraft
Venture Round in 2012
Lookcraft Inc. is an online platform that specializes in fashion advice and retail for men. Founded in 2011 by Jamie Quint, the company operates from New York and provides an e-commerce solution that helps men discover and purchase clothing and accessories from various brands. By analyzing customer preferences, Lookcraft delivers tailored suggestions, enhancing the shopping experience. The platform promotes a selection of brands, including Nudie Jeans, J Shoes, and Taylor Stitch. Additionally, Lookcraft offers delivery and return services to facilitate customer satisfaction and ease of shopping.
KiwiCo, Inc. designs and delivers hands-on activity boxes for children, focusing on educational and entertaining projects in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company provides monthly subscription services that include curated materials and instructions for engaging activities, allowing kids to explore and create while simultaneously saving time for busy parents. KiwiCo aims to foster creativity and problem-solving skills in children, equipping them with the tools to discover and engage with the world around them. The company, originally known as Kiwi Crate Inc., rebranded in June 2017 as it expanded its offerings to include an upcoming online store alongside its subscription model.
KiwiCo, Inc. designs and delivers hands-on activity boxes for children, focusing on educational and entertaining projects in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company provides monthly subscription services that include curated materials and instructions for engaging activities, allowing kids to explore and create while simultaneously saving time for busy parents. KiwiCo aims to foster creativity and problem-solving skills in children, equipping them with the tools to discover and engage with the world around them. The company, originally known as Kiwi Crate Inc., rebranded in June 2017 as it expanded its offerings to include an upcoming online store alongside its subscription model.
ShareRails
Venture Round in 2011
ShareRails is a social commerce platform that provides retailers and brands with a cost-effective solution for personalized merchandising and social discovery. The platform connects online searches to offline retailers by transforming inventory data into rich digital content. This content is indexed by search engines, enhancing product discoverability and allowing local retailers to engage with a broader customer base. Through its innovative approach, ShareRails aims to bridge the gap between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores, facilitating referral traffic and driving customer engagement for retail businesses.
Retailigence
Series A in 2011
Retailigence Corporation operates an online-to-offline marketing platform that enhances in-store product sales through innovative technology. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SAAS) solution that utilizes machine learning for various applications, including store clustering, assortment optimization, in-store monitoring, and customer segmentation. Its adPOP Engine provides a seamless application programming interface that integrates data into programmatic advertising, enabling location-based user experiences across mobile and digital advertising channels. Additionally, Retailigence delivers a mobile application that displays local store-level product availability and serves as a central data distribution point for retailers, brands, and marketing solutions. The company caters to various clients, including advertising solutions providers, application developers, agencies, and brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Retailigence operates as a subsidiary of ShopAdvisor, Inc. after a strategic partnership with Gimbal, Inc.
Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.
Dekko
Venture Round in 2011
Dekko Inc. is an augmented-reality startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing smartphone software that integrates digital content into the real world, enabling users to interact with their environment in innovative ways. Its portfolio includes an operating system designed for mobile developers to create 3-D applications for wearable devices. Dekko's approach reflects a shift towards a "Post-PC" world, where technology facilitates more natural interactions through multi-sensor devices and the Internet of Things. By moving away from traditional interfaces reliant on keyboards and mice, Dekko aims to enhance user experiences through touch and voice interactions, ultimately allowing for a more immersive engagement with entertainment and social networks.
GraphScience
Seed Round in 2011
GraphScience, Inc. is a social data company that operates a Facebook advertising platform designed to enhance brand awareness and drive return on investment for advertisers. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in developing and executing digital strategies for a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 brands and retailers. GraphScience's platform utilizes the Facebook ads API to manage and analyze large datasets, optimizing advertising performance at scale. The company offers services including advertising optimization, social advertising planning, and campaign strategy development, enabling clients to effectively engage their online audience and generate actionable insights. As of July 2015, GraphScience operates as a subsidiary of Centro, Inc.
DoubleDutch
Seed Round in 2011
DoubleDutch, Inc. is a provider of event management software aimed at enhancing live event experiences for organizers worldwide. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company offers a live engagement platform that includes applications, integrations, and performance metrics, allowing event organizers to digitize experiences and optimize engagement. Its solutions encompass online event registration, enabling users to create custom registration pages, manage pre-event activities, and collect attendee data and payments. DoubleDutch serves a diverse clientele, including brands and associations, for various types of events such as corporate meetings, tradeshows, expos, and conferences. The company also operates locations in major cities across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, and is a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc. as of June 2019.
ZOZI designs and develops a web-based bookings, payments, and customer management software for tour, activity, and event businesses. It offers introductory flight lessons, vineyard tours and wine tasting by horseback, diving for abalone, ice climbing frozen waterfalls, celebrity and athlete experiences, and various accessible adventures. The company also provides weekend getaways and vacation packages for customers. ZOZI was founded in 2007 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Chloe + Isabel
Seed Round in 2011
Chloe + Isabel, Inc. is a jewelry company based in New York that specializes in hand-crafted jewelry for women. Founded in 2011, it offers a wide range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, charms, and accessories. The company operates through a social commerce model, allowing women to become Merchandisers and create their own online boutiques. These Merchandisers receive a personalized digital workspace where they can curate collections and earn commissions on sales. The platform supports its users with training, real-time trends, and insights to enhance their selling experience. The founder and CEO, Chantel Waterbury, brings over 14 years of experience in jewelry design for major retailers. Chloe + Isabel aims to empower women by providing entrepreneurial opportunities in the jewelry market.
Medallia Agent Connect
Seed Round in 2010
Medallia Agent Connect is a company specializing in customer feedback solutions tailored for customer service environments. It offers two primary products: Stella Connect and Stella Pulse. Stella Connect is designed to gather feedback directly from customers regarding their interactions with service agents, enabling organizations to enhance agent engagement and improve service performance. Stella Pulse, previously known as Stella Metrics, functions as a "mystery shopping" service that evaluates customer service performance across various companies and licenses the resulting data to online merchants and aggregators. Through these offerings, Medallia Agent Connect aims to help businesses improve their customer service quality and drive better customer experiences.
Retailigence
Seed Round in 2010
Retailigence Corporation operates an online-to-offline marketing platform that enhances in-store product sales through innovative technology. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SAAS) solution that utilizes machine learning for various applications, including store clustering, assortment optimization, in-store monitoring, and customer segmentation. Its adPOP Engine provides a seamless application programming interface that integrates data into programmatic advertising, enabling location-based user experiences across mobile and digital advertising channels. Additionally, Retailigence delivers a mobile application that displays local store-level product availability and serves as a central data distribution point for retailers, brands, and marketing solutions. The company caters to various clients, including advertising solutions providers, application developers, agencies, and brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Retailigence operates as a subsidiary of ShopAdvisor, Inc. after a strategic partnership with Gimbal, Inc.
Birchbox
Seed Round in 2010
Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.
ZOZI designs and develops a web-based bookings, payments, and customer management software for tour, activity, and event businesses. It offers introductory flight lessons, vineyard tours and wine tasting by horseback, diving for abalone, ice climbing frozen waterfalls, celebrity and athlete experiences, and various accessible adventures. The company also provides weekend getaways and vacation packages for customers. ZOZI was founded in 2007 and is based in San Francisco, California.
GraphScience
Venture Round in 2010
GraphScience, Inc. is a social data company that operates a Facebook advertising platform designed to enhance brand awareness and drive return on investment for advertisers. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in developing and executing digital strategies for a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 brands and retailers. GraphScience's platform utilizes the Facebook ads API to manage and analyze large datasets, optimizing advertising performance at scale. The company offers services including advertising optimization, social advertising planning, and campaign strategy development, enabling clients to effectively engage their online audience and generate actionable insights. As of July 2015, GraphScience operates as a subsidiary of Centro, Inc.
Retailigence
Seed Round in 2010
Retailigence Corporation operates an online-to-offline marketing platform that enhances in-store product sales through innovative technology. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SAAS) solution that utilizes machine learning for various applications, including store clustering, assortment optimization, in-store monitoring, and customer segmentation. Its adPOP Engine provides a seamless application programming interface that integrates data into programmatic advertising, enabling location-based user experiences across mobile and digital advertising channels. Additionally, Retailigence delivers a mobile application that displays local store-level product availability and serves as a central data distribution point for retailers, brands, and marketing solutions. The company caters to various clients, including advertising solutions providers, application developers, agencies, and brick-and-mortar stores in the United States. Founded in 2009 and based in Redwood City, California, Retailigence operates as a subsidiary of ShopAdvisor, Inc. after a strategic partnership with Gimbal, Inc.
Events.com
Venture Round in 2010
Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.