Halogen Ventures

Halogen Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2017. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage consumer technology startups that have a female founder. Halogen Ventures primarily targets pre-seed, seed, and series A funding rounds, supporting companies that are developing innovative technologies and products in the consumer sector. The firm is committed to providing hands-on support to its portfolio companies throughout their growth journey, assisting founders in building networks, gaining brand exposure, hiring talent, securing follow-on funding, and navigating paths to acquisition or initial public offerings.

Jesse Draper

Founding Partner

Adriana Gadala-Maria

Senior Associate

Jennifer Mandelbaum

Partner

Ashley Ramirez

VP

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Vibrant Planet

Seed Round in 2022
Vibrant Planet provides land management services and technology solutions to accelerate land restorations. The company collaborates with scientists, land management leaders, and policymakers to build a cloud-based system that informs and facilitates collaborative planning. Vibrant Planet was founded in 2004 by Allison Wolff and is based in Incline Village, Nevada.

Metropolis

Series B in 2022
Metropolis is an AI and computer vision start-up built to modernize parking and empower the future of mobility. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Ellevest

Series B in 2022
Ellevest, Inc. is an employee owned investment manager. The firm primarily provides its services to women clients. It manages separate client-focused portfolios. The firm invests in different asset classes in markets across the globe. The firm employs fundamental analysis along with top-down approach to create its portfolios. It was formerly known as Ellevate Financial, Inc. Ellevest, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in New York City.

Ome

Funding Round in 2022
Inirv Labs, Inc. is a consumer electronics company based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on enhancing kitchen safety and automation through innovative smart technology. Founded in 2016, Inirv develops smart stove knobs that replace traditional knobs, allowing users to monitor and control their stove remotely via a connected application. The product includes features such as automatic burner adjustments, cooking time settings, and reminders for cooking tasks. Additionally, it integrates with other smart home systems to improve cooking efficiency and safety, with built-in technology designed to turn off the stove in unsafe conditions. Inirv's solutions aim to revolutionize kitchen interactions, promoting a safer cooking environment while addressing common household challenges.

Brella

Seed Round in 2022
Brella Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing a networking mobile and web application designed to facilitate connections among attendees at events, conferences, and live streams. Founded in 2016 and based in Jyvaskyla, Finland, the application employs a matchmaking algorithm to help users expand their business network by identifying relevant contacts, including potential collaborators, colleagues, and investors. Brella aims to simplify the networking process, making it more efficient and effective for professionals seeking to form new high-value connections. The platform focuses on providing valuable experiences that enable users to connect with the right people at the right time and place.

Flourish

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Flourish offers a subscription membership that helps women develop healthy habits that last through personalized accountability, community support, and education.

AKUA

Seed Round in 2021
AKUA is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing protein snack foods derived from organic ingredients sourced through regenerative aquaculture. Founded in 2015, the company primarily sells its products online, focusing on delivering nutritious and sustainable food options to consumers.

Babylist

Series C in 2021
BabyList is the online universal baby registry which lets couples request unconventional items – like diaper service subscriptions, for example – in addition to gifts from around the web. The service was founded by former Amazon software developer Natalie Gordon, whose son is now just over 2 years old. She says she was inspired to create BabyList out of a frustration with the current products in this space, noting also that “if more women were coding, there would be a much better baby registry experience.”

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2021
TINTED is a digital community focused on the representation of all the shades in between. Despite incredible change and moves towards more diversity, many women and others still felt they were missed or looked over even in these progressive beauty spaces. They created TINTED & wanted to reach those people, to hear what they felt was missing, and to learn how they wanted to be represented authentically. They want to share the importance of strong personal identity in order to build out their niche presence in beauty as part of the normal standard – to be seen as fully immersed, and no longer as a token or a checkmark. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Vivoo

Venture Round in 2021
Vivoo is a wellness assistant that provides custom nutrition advice to the users based on their urine sample analysis. Vivoo translates the user's urine information into personalized nutrition and lifestyle advice that can easily fit in daily life. All of the Vivoo advice has been prepared by registered dieticians, nutritionists, and doctors. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Tea Drops

Series A in 2021
Tea Drops is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned company that specializes in innovative, bagless, dissolvable teas. The product line features USDA organic teas made from a blend of organic tea, sugar, and aromatic spices, presented in whimsical shapes such as hearts, stars, and flowers. The teas are caffeine-free and caffeinated, and also include options for natural wellness and bath and body formulations. Committed to sustainability, Tea Drops' offerings are gluten-free, GMO-free, and devoid of artificial flavors. The products are available for purchase online and through various retail outlets across the United States.

MightyFly

Seed Round in 2021
MightyFly is enabling worldwide access to goods with fast, on-demand delivery services for businesses and consumers. We’re putting the infrastructure in place to connect remote locations together with long range, heavy cargo aircraft. Many areas in the world today suffer from an inability to obtain critical and often urgently needed goods and supplies at an affordable cost. Our goal at MightyFly is to solve this problem through express, customized aerial drone delivery services. MightyFly drones will transport cargo to multiple locations in a single flight across hundreds of miles of remote terrain that is difficult if not impossible to cross with trucks or other ground vehicles. We are developing vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) drones that fly more than 300 miles, and carry payloads in excess of 50 pounds at a fraction of the cost of helicopters. Featuring automated cargo loading and unloading, and requiring no launch or recovery infrastructure, MightyFly drones will accommodate ad-hoc deliveries to undeveloped sites as well as servicing locations along established routes.

Brella

Seed Round in 2021
Brella Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing a networking mobile and web application designed to facilitate connections among attendees at events, conferences, and live streams. Founded in 2016 and based in Jyvaskyla, Finland, the application employs a matchmaking algorithm to help users expand their business network by identifying relevant contacts, including potential collaborators, colleagues, and investors. Brella aims to simplify the networking process, making it more efficient and effective for professionals seeking to form new high-value connections. The platform focuses on providing valuable experiences that enable users to connect with the right people at the right time and place.

Goodmylk

Venture Round in 2021
Goodmylk is a provider of beverage used intended to make raw, organic, and homemade plant-based milk and creamers. Its products are plant-based frozen concentrate and powder made of real food ingredients created with rich, creamy, and delicious homemade plant milk products come in original almond, pure almond, and original hemp flavors to create a thick, creamy foam that creates perfect latte art every time that enable consumers and baristas to make almond and hemp-based milk by just adding water without any chemicals, binders, fillers, gums. or preservatives.

TealHeal

Venture Round in 2021
We provide healthcare providers with a turn-key solution for advanced in-home care – a technological platform which integrates point-of-care diagnostic tools, tele-consultations, EMR, remote patient monitoring, predictive analytics and patient engagement apps – all tailored to the needs of in-home medical care.

Bulletin

Convertible Note in 2021
Bulletin, Inc. is a wholesale marketplace that connects individual designers and brands with retailers, facilitating the sale of a diverse range of products online, including home decor, kitchen items, bedding, furniture, lighting, jewelry, and cards. In addition to its online platform, Bulletin also provides shared storefronts and utilizes vacant commercial spaces to showcase and sell the works of emerging designers in person. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, Bulletin aims to create a community that supports premium brands while offering a unique shopping experience.

Upwards

Venture Round in 2021
WeeCare empowers caregivers to create sustainable home daycare businesses, while making affordable, quality childcare accessible to all families. The WeeCare platform provides caregivers, educators and parentprenuers the tools and support needed to start a licensed home daycare, fill to capacity and effortlessly manage operations so they can focus on caregiving. Families using WeeCare have access to safe, affordable and curriculum-based daycare.

ThirdLove

Venture Round in 2021
ThirdLove, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells undergarments and nightwear for women. It manufactures T-shirt, strapless, wireless, plunge, racerback, nursing, maternity and more bras. It sells its products through its Internet based platform and offline stores. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Prive

Seed Round in 2021
Prive is a pioneering marketplace infrastructure platform tailored for eCommerce brands. It focuses on equipping these brands with essential tools and systems to effectively manage and optimize their pricing and incentive strategies. By providing this infrastructure, Prive empowers brands to enhance their revenue streams through subscriptions while also optimizing existing revenues via experimentation and market intelligence. This innovative approach helps brands compete more effectively in the eCommerce landscape, particularly against dominant players. Through its offerings, Prive aims to eliminate the uncertainty and reliance on outdated knowledge that has characterized the industry, positioning itself as a vital partner for brands seeking to thrive in a competitive market.

Preemadonna

Seed Round in 2021
Preemadonna is the maker of Nailbot, a patented nail robot and intelligent manicure product line disrupting the $15B nail care industry. Our first Nailbot prints art and photos directly on fingernails in 5 seconds. Future Nailbots print full polish. Nailbot is powered by our art marketplace and community of makers who crave instant self expression, design digital art and love printing on the go with Nailbot. We will build other creative expression on demand printing and robotics products for our Preemadonna customer throughout her/his lifespan.

Metropolis

Series A in 2021
Metropolis is an AI and computer vision start-up built to modernize parking and empower the future of mobility. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Blue Onion Labs

Venture Round in 2021
Blue Onion Labs Inc. offers software platform for finance and accounting teams to trace and reconcile order transactions. The company was incorporated in 2020 and is based in Albany, New York.

Caribu

Venture Round in 2020
Caribu Inc. is a family-focused video calling application that allows parents and relatives to read bedtime stories to children, fostering long-distance connections. The platform features interactive elements such as real-time drawing on books, a story guide pointer to help follow along, and a magnifying tool to enhance reading. In addition to these functionalities, it provides an audio-only option for users in low-bandwidth areas and an in-app bookstore with hundreds of children's books available in six languages. Founded in 2014 and based in Miami, Florida, Caribu combines education and entertainment to create an engaging communication tool for families.

Vurbl

Seed Round in 2020
Vurbl Media, Inc. operates a streaming audio platform that focuses on user-generated and various other audio types across 40 categories. Founded in 2020 and based in Los Angeles, Vurbl provides a creator-first platform that allows content creators to upload their audio creations, grow their audience, and monetize their work. The platform aims to transform the distribution and consumption of audio-centric information on the web, enabling users to access a diverse range of audio content easily.

Ome

Convertible Note in 2020
Inirv Labs, Inc. is a consumer electronics company based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on enhancing kitchen safety and automation through innovative smart technology. Founded in 2016, Inirv develops smart stove knobs that replace traditional knobs, allowing users to monitor and control their stove remotely via a connected application. The product includes features such as automatic burner adjustments, cooking time settings, and reminders for cooking tasks. Additionally, it integrates with other smart home systems to improve cooking efficiency and safety, with built-in technology designed to turn off the stove in unsafe conditions. Inirv's solutions aim to revolutionize kitchen interactions, promoting a safer cooking environment while addressing common household challenges.

Toucan

Seed Round in 2020
Toucan develops a Google chrome extension for learning new languages and communicating with others. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

Tea Drops

Venture Round in 2020
Tea Drops is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned company that specializes in innovative, bagless, dissolvable teas. The product line features USDA organic teas made from a blend of organic tea, sugar, and aromatic spices, presented in whimsical shapes such as hearts, stars, and flowers. The teas are caffeine-free and caffeinated, and also include options for natural wellness and bath and body formulations. Committed to sustainability, Tea Drops' offerings are gluten-free, GMO-free, and devoid of artificial flavors. The products are available for purchase online and through various retail outlets across the United States.

Intella X

Seed Round in 2020
Intella X operates a mobile live streaming marketplace that empowers individuals and brands to create and host their own shopping channels, allowing them to sell directly to a global audience. The platform facilitates real-time interactions between broadcasters and viewers, enabling customers to engage in conversations, browse products, and make purchases during live streams. Intella X's application supports emerging brands and entrepreneurs by providing them with essential tools to manage payment and shipping details, creating an interactive shopping experience. Additionally, the company is involved in bridging web2 and web3 environments through its decentralized exchange, NFT marketplace, and launchpad, offering developers integration tools and a simplified crypto wallet for easy access to blockchain applications. This unique combination showcases individuality while connecting sellers and their distinctive products with buyers who are eager to explore and collect.

Vurbl

Convertible Note in 2020
Vurbl Media, Inc. operates a streaming audio platform that focuses on user-generated and various other audio types across 40 categories. Founded in 2020 and based in Los Angeles, Vurbl provides a creator-first platform that allows content creators to upload their audio creations, grow their audience, and monetize their work. The platform aims to transform the distribution and consumption of audio-centric information on the web, enabling users to access a diverse range of audio content easily.

Monica+Andy

Venture Round in 2020
Monica+Andy is an operator of an online baby clothing shopping platform. The company's baby clothing platform offers an organic clothing line that enables consumers to purchase clothes for their children which are made from trustworthy fabric. Founded in 2014 by first-time mom Monica Royer, Monica + Andy was created from her heart to deliver the softest GOTS-certified organic essentials, to support new parents in a seamless shopping experience online and in Guideshops, and foster a community committed to making things better for babies and making things better for the planet.

Molly

Convertible Note in 2020
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.

The Flex Co.

Venture Round in 2020
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of disposable menstrual products. Founded in 2015, the company offers innovative items such as the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, designed to provide comfort and convenience during menstruation. These products create a barrier to the cervix and can be worn for extended periods, making them a practical choice for users. The Flex Company sells its menstrual devices through online platforms and major retailers across the United States and Canada. In addition to menstrual products, the company also markets a range of branded apparel and accessories. The company is dedicated to creating healthier period products while fostering meaningful conversations about menstruation.

Live Tinted

Convertible Note in 2020
TINTED is a digital community focused on the representation of all the shades in between. Despite incredible change and moves towards more diversity, many women and others still felt they were missed or looked over even in these progressive beauty spaces. They created TINTED & wanted to reach those people, to hear what they felt was missing, and to learn how they wanted to be represented authentically. They want to share the importance of strong personal identity in order to build out their niche presence in beauty as part of the normal standard – to be seen as fully immersed, and no longer as a token or a checkmark. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

AllVoices

Seed Round in 2020
AllVoices is an anonymous reporting tool that enables employees to safely report harassment, bias, and culture issues directly to their company's leadership. We collect the anonymized data and share it with company leaders so that they can take action. With AllVoices, companies have access to real-time, proactive data that helps them identify issues before they become systemic problems, helping them improve culture holistically while providing a safe place for employees to feel heard. Our goal is to make every workplace safe and inclusive. For more information, please email info@allvoices.co.

HopSkipDrive

Venture Round in 2020
HopSkipDrive, Inc. offers ridesharing services specifically designed for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. By focusing on the unique needs of children, HopSkipDrive facilitates transportation for various activities, helping to accommodate busy schedules and enhance accessibility for families in the Los Angeles area.

Trust & Will

Series A in 2019
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies the estate planning process by providing users with the tools to create wills, trusts, and other legal documents related to asset distribution. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company aims to make estate planning easy, fast, and secure, although it does not replace professional legal advice for complex estate matters. By guiding clients through the creation of essential legal documents, Trust & Will helps individuals save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. The company has received backing from various venture capital firms and angel investors, reflecting its commitment to improving access to estate planning resources.

Carbon38

Venture Round in 2019
Carbon38, Inc. owns and operates an e-commerce destination for active and performance wear for women. The company offers its own proprietary label along with curated selection of contemporary brands. It offers bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes. The company was formerly known as KCR Ventures, Inc. Carbon38, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Carbon38

Venture Round in 2019
Carbon38, Inc. owns and operates an e-commerce destination for active and performance wear for women. The company offers its own proprietary label along with curated selection of contemporary brands. It offers bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes. The company was formerly known as KCR Ventures, Inc. Carbon38, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Steereo

Venture Round in 2019
Steereo Inc. operates a music discovery platform specifically designed for rideshare drivers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the platform allows artists to gain exposure while providing passengers with a means to discover new music during their rides. By broadcasting fresh tracks through an application tailored for rideshare vehicles, Steereo facilitates the marketing of emerging artists and helps them connect with potential fans. The company's services are currently available in New York and Austin, Texas, enhancing the travel experience for both drivers and passengers.

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2019
TINTED is a digital community focused on the representation of all the shades in between. Despite incredible change and moves towards more diversity, many women and others still felt they were missed or looked over even in these progressive beauty spaces. They created TINTED & wanted to reach those people, to hear what they felt was missing, and to learn how they wanted to be represented authentically. They want to share the importance of strong personal identity in order to build out their niche presence in beauty as part of the normal standard – to be seen as fully immersed, and no longer as a token or a checkmark. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Steereo

Convertible Note in 2019
Steereo Inc. operates a music discovery platform specifically designed for rideshare drivers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the platform allows artists to gain exposure while providing passengers with a means to discover new music during their rides. By broadcasting fresh tracks through an application tailored for rideshare vehicles, Steereo facilitates the marketing of emerging artists and helps them connect with potential fans. The company's services are currently available in New York and Austin, Texas, enhancing the travel experience for both drivers and passengers.

HopSkipDrive

Venture Round in 2019
HopSkipDrive, Inc. offers ridesharing services specifically designed for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. By focusing on the unique needs of children, HopSkipDrive facilitates transportation for various activities, helping to accommodate busy schedules and enhance accessibility for families in the Los Angeles area.

GLAMSQUAD

Convertible Note in 2019
GLAMSQUAD, Inc., operating as GLAM Group, is a New York-based company that provides on-demand beauty services. Founded in 2013, it offers hair, makeup, and nail services in various cities including New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. GLAMSQUAD employs trained and vetted beauty professionals who deliver personalized services in clients' homes, at events, or in offices. The company utilizes a mobile app and website to facilitate easy booking, allowing clients to select services, dates, and locations. In addition to its service offerings, GLAMSQUAD has expanded into retail with a line of hair and makeup products, developed in response to customer feedback. The integration of technology helps match professionals with clients, ensuring a tailored experience.

Metropolis

Seed Round in 2019
Metropolis is an AI and computer vision start-up built to modernize parking and empower the future of mobility. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

StyleRow

Seed Round in 2019
StyleRow Design Corporation is an online platform that facilitates collaboration among creative teams while enhancing their workflow and connectivity with clients. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, the company aims to streamline the design process for designers and provide an integrated experience for brands and showrooms. Its online portal enables design professionals to scale their businesses effectively, ensuring a cohesive environment for creativity and project management.

Molly

Convertible Note in 2019
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.

Binti

Venture Round in 2019
Binti, Inc. operates a comprehensive online platform designed to assist parents in navigating the adoption process. Founded in 2013 and based in Oakland, California, the company addresses the significant barriers that prospective adoptive parents face, such as high costs and complex administrative requirements. Binti provides tools for completing home study paperwork and connects users to a network of reputable social workers and agencies for home visits. The platform also offers resources for international adoption and financing options. By streamlining the adoption journey, Binti aims to increase the number of qualified parents who can successfully adopt, ultimately working toward a vision where every child has a loving family.

Sarah Flint

Venture Round in 2019
Sarah Flint is an American luxury brand dedicated to quality and attention to detail. The company specializes in offering silhouettes, flats, sandals, pumps, and boots for women via their online and offline stores. Sarah Flint’s shoes are made with fit and function in mind for women who are out in the world with places to be and things to accomplish. Sarah Flint was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, NY, United States

Brella

Convertible Note in 2019
Brella Ltd. is a company that specializes in developing a networking mobile and web application designed to facilitate connections among attendees at events, conferences, and live streams. Founded in 2016 and based in Jyvaskyla, Finland, the application employs a matchmaking algorithm to help users expand their business network by identifying relevant contacts, including potential collaborators, colleagues, and investors. Brella aims to simplify the networking process, making it more efficient and effective for professionals seeking to form new high-value connections. The platform focuses on providing valuable experiences that enable users to connect with the right people at the right time and place.

Trust & Will

Seed Round in 2019
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies the estate planning process by providing users with the tools to create wills, trusts, and other legal documents related to asset distribution. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company aims to make estate planning easy, fast, and secure, although it does not replace professional legal advice for complex estate matters. By guiding clients through the creation of essential legal documents, Trust & Will helps individuals save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. The company has received backing from various venture capital firms and angel investors, reflecting its commitment to improving access to estate planning resources.

PartySlate

Seed Round in 2019
PartySlate, Inc. operates a website for event professionals worldwide. Its platform enables users to browse, search, and save event ideas for weddings, fundraisers, mitzvahs, birthdays, milestones, holidays, corporate events, etc. posted by event professionals; and provides images from decor companies, event planners, caterers, photographers, venues, entertainers, and more. The company also connects users with event professionals. PartySlate, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Goodmylk

Convertible Note in 2019
Goodmylk is a provider of beverage used intended to make raw, organic, and homemade plant-based milk and creamers. Its products are plant-based frozen concentrate and powder made of real food ingredients created with rich, creamy, and delicious homemade plant milk products come in original almond, pure almond, and original hemp flavors to create a thick, creamy foam that creates perfect latte art every time that enable consumers and baristas to make almond and hemp-based milk by just adding water without any chemicals, binders, fillers, gums. or preservatives.

Shipsi

Seed Round in 2018
Shipsi, Inc. is a logistics solutions provider based in Venice, California, that specializes in instant and same-day delivery services for e-commerce retailers. Founded in 2016, the company enables retailers to seamlessly integrate an "instant shipping" option into their checkout processes without the complexities of managing logistics. By leveraging existing delivery networks and infrastructure, Shipsi facilitates rapid order fulfillment, allowing consumers to receive their purchases within hours. The platform also enhances the customer experience by offering live tracking, ensuring that both retailers and customers are updated throughout the delivery process. Through its innovative approach, Shipsi aims to improve product delivery speeds and overall customer satisfaction.

Preemadonna

Venture Round in 2018
Preemadonna is the maker of Nailbot, a patented nail robot and intelligent manicure product line disrupting the $15B nail care industry. Our first Nailbot prints art and photos directly on fingernails in 5 seconds. Future Nailbots print full polish. Nailbot is powered by our art marketplace and community of makers who crave instant self expression, design digital art and love printing on the go with Nailbot. We will build other creative expression on demand printing and robotics products for our Preemadonna customer throughout her/his lifespan.

One Potato

Convertible Note in 2018
One Potato is an organic, family friendly, semi prepared food company. One Potato delivers all the fresh, organic ingredients you need to make delicious meals in exactly the right proportions. First, tell us the size of your family and your meal preferences. We send you an email with pictures and recipes of the incredibly delicious dinners you’ll be having the following week. Going out of town? Just click and tell us you don’t need the help. We have no membership fee, and no minimum commitment. You can skip any week’s delivery in advance or cancel at any time.

Broadway Roulette

Venture Round in 2018
Broadway Roulette Inc. owns and operates an online portal where users can purchase Broadway show tickets. The portal pairs consumers with cultural events at the Broadway theatre market. It also allows for advance booking of tickets. Broadway Roulette Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in New York, New York.

The Flex Co.

Seed Round in 2018
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of disposable menstrual products. Founded in 2015, the company offers innovative items such as the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, designed to provide comfort and convenience during menstruation. These products create a barrier to the cervix and can be worn for extended periods, making them a practical choice for users. The Flex Company sells its menstrual devices through online platforms and major retailers across the United States and Canada. In addition to menstrual products, the company also markets a range of branded apparel and accessories. The company is dedicated to creating healthier period products while fostering meaningful conversations about menstruation.

Armoire

Venture Round in 2018
Armoire Style, Inc. provides clothing rental services in the United States. It offers clothes, such as blouses, jumpsuits, dresses and denim, jeans, skirts, sweaters, blazers, and jackets. The company provides subscription rental clothing and sells clothes online. Armoire Style, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington with an additional office in Kirkland, Washington.

Blue Fever

Convertible Note in 2018
An empathetic AI in the pocket of young women across the US. Users message 'Blue' who listens like a friend or big sister to recommend videos based on the user's emotional need. A Techstars-backed company.

Inked Brands

Series A in 2018
Inked Brands, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, specializes in providing a range of services including marketing, product development, fulfillment, web development, and customer support for various brands. The company focuses on enabling influencer commerce by empowering influencers to monetize their following and establish sustainable revenue streams. Through its comprehensive offerings, Inked Brands supports brands and influencers in navigating the complexities of e-commerce and fostering long-term financial success.

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2018
TINTED is a digital community focused on the representation of all the shades in between. Despite incredible change and moves towards more diversity, many women and others still felt they were missed or looked over even in these progressive beauty spaces. They created TINTED & wanted to reach those people, to hear what they felt was missing, and to learn how they wanted to be represented authentically. They want to share the importance of strong personal identity in order to build out their niche presence in beauty as part of the normal standard – to be seen as fully immersed, and no longer as a token or a checkmark. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

PartySlate

Venture Round in 2018
PartySlate, Inc. operates a website for event professionals worldwide. Its platform enables users to browse, search, and save event ideas for weddings, fundraisers, mitzvahs, birthdays, milestones, holidays, corporate events, etc. posted by event professionals; and provides images from decor companies, event planners, caterers, photographers, venues, entertainers, and more. The company also connects users with event professionals. PartySlate, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Goodr

Seed Round in 2018
Goodr Inc. is a sustainable food surplus management platform that utilizes technology to mitigate food waste and address hunger. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a real-time food rescue application that assists businesses in managing their edible food waste. Through its platform, Goodr enables businesses to donate surplus food to local nonprofit organizations while providing logistics, analytics, and security to ensure compliance with tax regulations. The software offers insights into food waste patterns, real-time donation tracking, and community impact reports, which help organizations quantify their contributions. Goodr’s blockchain-enabled platform also ensures an IRS audit-friendly record of donations, fostering a transparent process. By facilitating these donations, Goodr aims to create a triple-win scenario: enhancing the financial benefits for businesses through tax deductions, reducing greenhouse gas emissions from landfills, and alleviating hunger in communities.

HopSkipDrive

Venture Round in 2018
HopSkipDrive, Inc. offers ridesharing services specifically designed for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. By focusing on the unique needs of children, HopSkipDrive facilitates transportation for various activities, helping to accommodate busy schedules and enhance accessibility for families in the Los Angeles area.

Tea Drops

Seed Round in 2018
Tea Drops is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned company that specializes in innovative, bagless, dissolvable teas. The product line features USDA organic teas made from a blend of organic tea, sugar, and aromatic spices, presented in whimsical shapes such as hearts, stars, and flowers. The teas are caffeine-free and caffeinated, and also include options for natural wellness and bath and body formulations. Committed to sustainability, Tea Drops' offerings are gluten-free, GMO-free, and devoid of artificial flavors. The products are available for purchase online and through various retail outlets across the United States.

Senreve

Seed Round in 2018
Senreve is a luxury handbag company focused on serving the multifaceted modern woman. The brand emphasizes a blend of elegant design, impeccable quality, and innovative construction, creating handbags that cater to the busy lifestyles of contemporary women. Their products are characterized by sleek, structured designs that are both lightweight and travel-friendly, making them suitable for various occasions, from business meetings to social outings. Senreve combines consumer data with smart manufacturing and inventory planning to offer a unique collection of handbags crafted with luxurious Italian craftsmanship. Customers can conveniently order their chosen handbags online and have them delivered to their doorstep.

theSkimm

Venture Round in 2018
theSkimm, Inc. is a New York-based company that publishes a daily online newsletter aimed at educated professionals, particularly female millennials. Founded in 2012, theSkimm simplifies current events and headlines, providing concise summaries that help readers engage in informed conversations. The newsletter integrates cultural, political, and technological topics into users' daily routines, ensuring they receive relevant information in a straightforward manner. By breaking down complex issues and presenting them in an accessible format, theSkimm serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to stay informed about the world around them.

theSkimm

Series C in 2018
theSkimm, Inc. is a New York-based company that publishes a daily online newsletter aimed at educated professionals, particularly female millennials. Founded in 2012, theSkimm simplifies current events and headlines, providing concise summaries that help readers engage in informed conversations. The newsletter integrates cultural, political, and technological topics into users' daily routines, ensuring they receive relevant information in a straightforward manner. By breaking down complex issues and presenting them in an accessible format, theSkimm serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to stay informed about the world around them.

Trust & Will

Convertible Note in 2018
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies the estate planning process by providing users with the tools to create wills, trusts, and other legal documents related to asset distribution. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company aims to make estate planning easy, fast, and secure, although it does not replace professional legal advice for complex estate matters. By guiding clients through the creation of essential legal documents, Trust & Will helps individuals save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. The company has received backing from various venture capital firms and angel investors, reflecting its commitment to improving access to estate planning resources.

Molly

Seed Round in 2018
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.

Inked Brands

Convertible Note in 2018
Inked Brands, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, specializes in providing a range of services including marketing, product development, fulfillment, web development, and customer support for various brands. The company focuses on enabling influencer commerce by empowering influencers to monetize their following and establish sustainable revenue streams. Through its comprehensive offerings, Inked Brands supports brands and influencers in navigating the complexities of e-commerce and fostering long-term financial success.

The Flex Co.

Seed Round in 2018
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of disposable menstrual products. Founded in 2015, the company offers innovative items such as the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, designed to provide comfort and convenience during menstruation. These products create a barrier to the cervix and can be worn for extended periods, making them a practical choice for users. The Flex Company sells its menstrual devices through online platforms and major retailers across the United States and Canada. In addition to menstrual products, the company also markets a range of branded apparel and accessories. The company is dedicated to creating healthier period products while fostering meaningful conversations about menstruation.

Dog Parker

Seed Round in 2018
Dog Parker, Inc., doing business as DogSpot, develops and operates a network of smart sidewalk sanctuaries for dogs outside of places where dogs are not allowed in the United States. Its DogSpots are placed on sidewalks outside of various businesses, such as grocery stores, coffee shops, laundromats, nail salons, post offices, drug stores, cafes, restaurants, and museums that provide a safe and cozy home for dogs. The company also offers a mobile app that allows users to access the entire network of DogSpots and monitor their dog in real-time. Dog Parker, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.

FINERY

Seed Round in 2018
They are a Fashion/Technology startup that is busy making an OS that will revolutionize the way you interact with your wardrobe.

Preemadonna

Seed Round in 2017
Preemadonna is the maker of Nailbot, a patented nail robot and intelligent manicure product line disrupting the $15B nail care industry. Our first Nailbot prints art and photos directly on fingernails in 5 seconds. Future Nailbots print full polish. Nailbot is powered by our art marketplace and community of makers who crave instant self expression, design digital art and love printing on the go with Nailbot. We will build other creative expression on demand printing and robotics products for our Preemadonna customer throughout her/his lifespan.

Tea Drops

Convertible Note in 2017
Tea Drops is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned company that specializes in innovative, bagless, dissolvable teas. The product line features USDA organic teas made from a blend of organic tea, sugar, and aromatic spices, presented in whimsical shapes such as hearts, stars, and flowers. The teas are caffeine-free and caffeinated, and also include options for natural wellness and bath and body formulations. Committed to sustainability, Tea Drops' offerings are gluten-free, GMO-free, and devoid of artificial flavors. The products are available for purchase online and through various retail outlets across the United States.

HopSkipDrive

Series A in 2017
HopSkipDrive, Inc. offers ridesharing services specifically designed for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. By focusing on the unique needs of children, HopSkipDrive facilitates transportation for various activities, helping to accommodate busy schedules and enhance accessibility for families in the Los Angeles area.

ScribbleChat

Venture Round in 2017
ScribbleChat is a mobile messaging application.

The Sill

Seed Round in 2017
The Sill offers ceramic planters potted with houseplants. It was created with a simple ambition, to inspire people to bring more of the outdoors in. Their mission is to make the experience of discovering the perfect potted plants as wonderful as the plants themselves. The Sill is the source that bridges the gap between plants and people - offering products and services that fit with your personal style, your lifestyle, and your budget.

Molly

Seed Round in 2017
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.

Molly

Convertible Note in 2017
Molly is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that has developed a web-based platform designed to centralize information from various online profiles into one accessible location. The platform features an interactive "ask me anything" (AMA) capability, allowing users to seek answers about individuals. Responses are aggregated from diverse sources, including Medium, Twitter, and Instagram, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the person in question. By cross-pollinating information, Molly enhances the user experience by making relevant data easily retrievable and organized.

Dog Parker

Venture Round in 2017
Dog Parker, Inc., doing business as DogSpot, develops and operates a network of smart sidewalk sanctuaries for dogs outside of places where dogs are not allowed in the United States. Its DogSpots are placed on sidewalks outside of various businesses, such as grocery stores, coffee shops, laundromats, nail salons, post offices, drug stores, cafes, restaurants, and museums that provide a safe and cozy home for dogs. The company also offers a mobile app that allows users to access the entire network of DogSpots and monitor their dog in real-time. Dog Parker, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.

VIDA

Venture Round in 2017
VIDA & Co. operates an e-commerce platform that connects manufacturers and artists for the design and production of clothing and accessories. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes direct-to-fabric technology to facilitate the rapid production of unique apparel. This innovative approach allows designs to move from concept to finished product within a week, collaborating with a network of ten manufacturers. VIDA emphasizes socially responsible fashion by carefully selecting its partnerships, effectively bridging the gap between artists and consumers. The company has operated as a subsidiary of Cimpress plc since July 2018.

Werk

Seed Round in 2017
Werk is the first and only people analytics software that helps companies improve their flexibility performance through data. Through a proprietary assessment methodology and analytics dashboard, Werk delivers the insights companies need to understand current flexibility baseline and gaps, the highest ROI flex investments to close those gaps, and the impact of flexibility on their most important business metrics. Learn more at Werk.co

Werk

Seed Round in 2017
Werk is the first and only people analytics software that helps companies improve their flexibility performance through data. Through a proprietary assessment methodology and analytics dashboard, Werk delivers the insights companies need to understand current flexibility baseline and gaps, the highest ROI flex investments to close those gaps, and the impact of flexibility on their most important business metrics. Learn more at Werk.co

Dog Parker

Convertible Note in 2017
Dog Parker, Inc., doing business as DogSpot, develops and operates a network of smart sidewalk sanctuaries for dogs outside of places where dogs are not allowed in the United States. Its DogSpots are placed on sidewalks outside of various businesses, such as grocery stores, coffee shops, laundromats, nail salons, post offices, drug stores, cafes, restaurants, and museums that provide a safe and cozy home for dogs. The company also offers a mobile app that allows users to access the entire network of DogSpots and monitor their dog in real-time. Dog Parker, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Levo

Venture Round in 2017
Levo is the first professional network focused on accelerating the success of professionals in the first ten years of their careers. The average Levo member is 23 years old and is coming to Levo to find a job, connect with others in their journey, and learn how to be excellent in their career paths.

Blue Fever

Seed Round in 2017
An empathetic AI in the pocket of young women across the US. Users message 'Blue' who listens like a friend or big sister to recommend videos based on the user's emotional need. A Techstars-backed company.

Silvernest

Seed Round in 2017
Silvernest LLC operates an online home-sharing platform that pairs homeowners with roommates, allowing boomers and empty nesters an age-in-place alternative. It offers a range of services for homeowners and housemates, including home listings, pre-qualified matches, lease creation, execution and storage, and rent collection. The company’s Website also offers tips to make the selection of a new housemate. Silvernest LLC was founded in 2015 and is based in Boulder, Colorado.

Broadway Roulette

Seed Round in 2017
Broadway Roulette Inc. owns and operates an online portal where users can purchase Broadway show tickets. The portal pairs consumers with cultural events at the Broadway theatre market. It also allows for advance booking of tickets. Broadway Roulette Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in New York, New York.

The Relish

Convertible Note in 2017
The Relish Media Group, Inc. is a sports video network that provides digital and social content specifically tailored for female sports fans. Established in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, The Relish delivers a weekly newsletter that features sports news and relevant information, sent to subscribers' inboxes every Monday and Thursday. This service enables female fans to stay informed and engage in discussions about the sports and topics they are passionate about.

Barn & Willow

Venture Round in 2017
Barn & Willow Inc. designs custom window treatments. The company offers draperies and shades, panels, swatches, throw pillows, and throws. It serves customers via online in the United States and internationally. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Inked Brands

Series A in 2017
Inked Brands, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, specializes in providing a range of services including marketing, product development, fulfillment, web development, and customer support for various brands. The company focuses on enabling influencer commerce by empowering influencers to monetize their following and establish sustainable revenue streams. Through its comprehensive offerings, Inked Brands supports brands and influencers in navigating the complexities of e-commerce and fostering long-term financial success.

YING

Seed Round in 2017
Ying, Inc. develops application software which allows sharing time and skills between friends and community. The platform allows keeping track of the time and in return it will allow earning and redeeming a complimentary currency called Time Credits. The company also provides an online shop which provides shirts, jackets, hats, accessories, handbags, and dishware. Ying, Inc.is headquartered in Pasadena, California.

Armoire

Convertible Note in 2017
Armoire Style, Inc. provides clothing rental services in the United States. It offers clothes, such as blouses, jumpsuits, dresses and denim, jeans, skirts, sweaters, blazers, and jackets. The company provides subscription rental clothing and sells clothes online. Armoire Style, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington with an additional office in Kirkland, Washington.

Tentrr

Seed Round in 2017
Tentrr is an online discovery platform for the outdoors anchored by the largest network of remarkable privately-owned personal campsites. They empower individual landowners to create remarkable outdoor experiences for their guests through a marketplace of unique products and services. And they take responsibility for every adventure by also connecting campers with the best local activities and events. Through Tentrr campers can easily find and customize an individual outdoor experience. Tentrr was founded in 2015 in New York by Michael D'Agostino.

Carbon38

Venture Round in 2017
Carbon38, Inc. owns and operates an e-commerce destination for active and performance wear for women. The company offers its own proprietary label along with curated selection of contemporary brands. It offers bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes. The company was formerly known as KCR Ventures, Inc. Carbon38, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

PartySlate

Seed Round in 2017
PartySlate, Inc. operates a website for event professionals worldwide. Its platform enables users to browse, search, and save event ideas for weddings, fundraisers, mitzvahs, birthdays, milestones, holidays, corporate events, etc. posted by event professionals; and provides images from decor companies, event planners, caterers, photographers, venues, entertainers, and more. The company also connects users with event professionals. PartySlate, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.