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.

Ashley Balla

Partner

Jesse Draper

Founding Partner

Adriana Gadala-Maria

Senior Associate

Brian MacInnes

CFO

Jennifer Mandelbaum

Partner

Ashley Ramirez

Partner

120 past transactions

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 investment management firm based in New York City, established in 2014, that focuses on providing tailored financial services specifically for women clients. The firm employs fundamental analysis and a top-down approach to manage diverse, client-focused portfolios across various global asset classes. Ellevest has developed a digital investment platform that incorporates a proprietary algorithm, taking into account factors such as women's salary peaks and financial goals to create customized investment plans. This approach aims to empower female investors by offering an engaging user experience and a thoughtful selection of investments, ensuring that their financial aspirations are prioritized and met effectively.

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 an online universal baby registry that allows couples to request a range of items, including unconventional gifts like diaper service subscriptions. Founded by Natalie Gordon, a former Amazon software developer, Babylist was created to address frustrations with existing baby registry options. The platform is designed to support growing families by providing expert-tested product recommendations and connecting new parents with a community of family and friends. Its proprietary data and technology facilitate a smooth purchasing experience, helping parents plan for their child's arrival with confidence and ease.

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2021
Live Tinted is a beauty brand founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, focused on inclusivity and representation in the beauty industry. The brand addresses the needs of individuals with diverse skin tones by offering a range of products designed to cater to various needs, such as color correction, eye shadow, blush, and lipstick. Live Tinted emphasizes the importance of strong personal identity, aiming to engage a community that feels overlooked in traditional beauty spaces. By providing curated collections of effective and thoughtful formulas, the brand seeks to empower consumers to find personalized beauty solutions that resonate with their unique identities and experiences.

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 Co. specializes in producing raw, organic, and homemade plant-based milk concentrates. Based in Marina Del Rey, California, the company offers a range of products, including frozen concentrates and powders made from real food ingredients. Their offerings include original almond, pure almond, and original hemp flavors, designed to create rich and creamy plant-based milks and creamers. Consumers can easily prepare these products by simply adding water, avoiding the use of chemicals, binders, fillers, gums, or preservatives. Goodmylk aims to provide a convenient and wholesome alternative for those seeking plant-based beverage options.

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, Inc. operates an application software platform designed to connect families with child care centers in California. The platform enables users to discover and select from various licensed daycare options, promoting access to safe and affordable childcare. Additionally, WeeCare supports caregivers in establishing sustainable home daycare businesses by providing the necessary tools and resources to manage operations effectively. This support allows caregivers to concentrate on providing quality care while ensuring their daycare facilities are filled to capacity. Since its incorporation in 2017, WeeCare has focused on empowering both caregivers and families, facilitating a comprehensive approach to childcare services. The company is headquartered in Venice, California.

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. is a fintech company based in Albany, New York, established in 2020. It specializes in developing software solutions that assist finance and accounting teams in tracing and reconciling order transactions across various systems. The company's platform features robust data matching capabilities, including transaction validation, data management, and integration with back-end systems. Its software automates the financial close process, streamlining repetitive tasks and enhancing operational efficiency. By improving accuracy and compliance, Blue Onion Labs enables organizations to work more effectively in managing their financial transactions.

Caribu

Venture Round in 2020
Caribu Inc. is a family-oriented video calling application designed to enhance long-distance interactions between parents, grandparents, and children. Founded in 2014 and based in Miami, Florida, the platform integrates children's picture books into a user-friendly video call interface, allowing family members to read bedtime stories together. Caribu features interactive tools such as real-time drawing, a story guide pointer for following along, and a magnifying tool for small text. Additionally, it offers an in-app bookstore with hundreds of titles available in six languages, providing an educational and entertaining experience for children. The platform aims to foster connections and facilitate learning among families separated by distance.

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.

Vivoo

Venture Round in 2020
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.

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 operates an online platform specializing in baby clothing, offering a line of GOTS-certified organic essentials made from trustworthy fabrics. Founded in 2014 by Monica Royer, a first-time mother, the brand aims to provide the softest clothing for children while creating a seamless shopping experience for new parents. In addition to its online presence, Monica+Andy features Guideshops that allow customers to engage with the brand in person. The company is dedicated to fostering a community focused on improving the lives of babies and promoting sustainability.

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

Venture Round in 2020
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, develops, manufactures, and sells disposable menstrual products designed for women. Founded in 2015, the company offers the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, which provide innovative alternatives to traditional menstrual products. The FLEX Disc is a single-use, disc-shaped device that can be worn for up to twelve hours, while the FLEX Cup serves as a disposable menstrual cup. The company emphasizes the health and environmental benefits of its products and markets them online and through various retailers across the United States and Canada. As the sole manufacturer of its patented products, The Flex Company aims to create impactful experiences through its offerings and the conversations surrounding menstrual health.

Live Tinted

Convertible Note in 2020
Live Tinted is a beauty brand founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, focused on inclusivity and representation in the beauty industry. The brand addresses the needs of individuals with diverse skin tones by offering a range of products designed to cater to various needs, such as color correction, eye shadow, blush, and lipstick. Live Tinted emphasizes the importance of strong personal identity, aiming to engage a community that feels overlooked in traditional beauty spaces. By providing curated collections of effective and thoughtful formulas, the brand seeks to empower consumers to find personalized beauty solutions that resonate with their unique identities and experiences.

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.

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. is an e-commerce platform specializing in women's active and performance wear. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company features a proprietary label alongside a carefully curated selection of contemporary brands and exclusive collaborations. Its product range includes bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes, designed to blend functionality with modern fashion. By focusing on luxury active apparel from leading sportswear designers and offering a unique shopping experience, Carbon38 aims to empower women to embrace bold style choices in their active lifestyles.

Carbon38

Venture Round in 2019
Carbon38, Inc. is an e-commerce platform specializing in women's active and performance wear. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company features a proprietary label alongside a carefully curated selection of contemporary brands and exclusive collaborations. Its product range includes bodysuits, sweaters, sweatshirts, crop tops, leggings, pants, capris, and shoes, designed to blend functionality with modern fashion. By focusing on luxury active apparel from leading sportswear designers and offering a unique shopping experience, Carbon38 aims to empower women to embrace bold style choices in their active lifestyles.

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.

Steereo

Seed 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
Live Tinted is a beauty brand founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, focused on inclusivity and representation in the beauty industry. The brand addresses the needs of individuals with diverse skin tones by offering a range of products designed to cater to various needs, such as color correction, eye shadow, blush, and lipstick. Live Tinted emphasizes the importance of strong personal identity, aiming to engage a community that feels overlooked in traditional beauty spaces. By providing curated collections of effective and thoughtful formulas, the brand seeks to empower consumers to find personalized beauty solutions that resonate with their unique identities and experiences.

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.

Metropolis

Venture 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.

Binti

Venture Round in 2019
Binti, Inc. operates a platform aimed at simplifying the adoption process for prospective parents. Founded in 2013 and based in Oakland, California, the company addresses the significant barriers that many face in adoption, such as high costs and complex paperwork. By providing an online system for completing home study applications and connecting users with a network of social workers, agencies, and legal professionals, Binti facilitates smoother adoptions. The platform not only streamlines administrative tasks but also offers resources for financial assistance and international guidelines, thereby reducing the obstacles that often lead to prospective parents abandoning the process. Binti's mission is to ensure that every child has the opportunity to be part of a loving family by making adoption more accessible and manageable.

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.

Goodmylk

Convertible Note in 2019
Goodmylk Co. specializes in producing raw, organic, and homemade plant-based milk concentrates. Based in Marina Del Rey, California, the company offers a range of products, including frozen concentrates and powders made from real food ingredients. Their offerings include original almond, pure almond, and original hemp flavors, designed to create rich and creamy plant-based milks and creamers. Consumers can easily prepare these products by simply adding water, avoiding the use of chemicals, binders, fillers, gums, or preservatives. Goodmylk aims to provide a convenient and wholesome alternative for those seeking plant-based beverage options.

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.

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.

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.

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

Seed Round in 2018
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, develops, manufactures, and sells disposable menstrual products designed for women. Founded in 2015, the company offers the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, which provide innovative alternatives to traditional menstrual products. The FLEX Disc is a single-use, disc-shaped device that can be worn for up to twelve hours, while the FLEX Cup serves as a disposable menstrual cup. The company emphasizes the health and environmental benefits of its products and markets them online and through various retailers across the United States and Canada. As the sole manufacturer of its patented products, The Flex Company aims to create impactful experiences through its offerings and the conversations surrounding menstrual health.

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
Blue Fever is a developer of a social well-being platform that provides a judgment-free space for young women in the United States to express themselves and seek support for their mental health. The platform features an empathetic artificial intelligence named "Blue," which engages users in conversation and recommends videos tailored to their emotional needs. By fostering a community-driven environment, Blue Fever encourages users to cultivate their authentic selves and rewards their progress with tokens that promote healthy identity development. The company's innovative approach combines AI technology with community support, creating a unique resource for post-millennial individuals to navigate their emotional challenges.

Inked Brands

Series A in 2018
Inked Brands, Inc., established in 2007 and headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky, specializes in providing comprehensive services for brands, focusing on influencer commerce. The company offers a platform that assists clients in transforming their designs into market-ready products. This includes product development, marketing, order fulfillment, and customer support, ensuring a streamlined process from prototype to sales. By empowering influencers to utilize their following, Inked Brands helps them create sustainable revenue streams while also managing the logistics of product sales.

Live Tinted

Seed Round in 2018
Live Tinted is a beauty brand founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, focused on inclusivity and representation in the beauty industry. The brand addresses the needs of individuals with diverse skin tones by offering a range of products designed to cater to various needs, such as color correction, eye shadow, blush, and lipstick. Live Tinted emphasizes the importance of strong personal identity, aiming to engage a community that feels overlooked in traditional beauty spaces. By providing curated collections of effective and thoughtful formulas, the brand seeks to empower consumers to find personalized beauty solutions that resonate with their unique identities and experiences.

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., established in 2007 and headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky, specializes in providing comprehensive services for brands, focusing on influencer commerce. The company offers a platform that assists clients in transforming their designs into market-ready products. This includes product development, marketing, order fulfillment, and customer support, ensuring a streamlined process from prototype to sales. By empowering influencers to utilize their following, Inked Brands helps them create sustainable revenue streams while also managing the logistics of product sales.

The Flex

Seed Round in 2018
The Flex Company, based in Venice, California, develops, manufactures, and sells disposable menstrual products designed for women. Founded in 2015, the company offers the FLEX Cup and FLEX Disc, which provide innovative alternatives to traditional menstrual products. The FLEX Disc is a single-use, disc-shaped device that can be worn for up to twelve hours, while the FLEX Cup serves as a disposable menstrual cup. The company emphasizes the health and environmental benefits of its products and markets them online and through various retailers across the United States and Canada. As the sole manufacturer of its patented products, The Flex Company aims to create impactful experiences through its offerings and the conversations surrounding menstrual health.

Dog Parker

Seed Round in 2018
Dog Parker, Inc., operating as DogSpot, specializes in providing a network of smart shelters for dogs positioned outside businesses that do not permit pets indoors. These DogSpots offer a secure and comfortable space for dogs while their owners shop at various establishments, including grocery stores, cafes, and museums. The company enhances the shopping experience by encouraging longer in-store visits and helping retailers remain compliant with health codes as more dog owners bring their pets along. Dog Parker, incorporated in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, generates revenue through multiple channels: dog owners pay by the minute to use the DogSpots, location partners pay to offer this service to their customers, and brands pay for advertising in these high-traffic areas. The company has partnered with notable retailers like Kroger and Albertsons, as well as prominent pet brands such as Purina and Banfield Animal Hospital. Additionally, Dog Parker provides a mobile app that allows users to locate and monitor their dogs in real-time.

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.

Metropolis

Convertible Note in 2017
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.

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.

Metropolis

Convertible Note in 2017
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.

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, Inc. is a New York City-based company that specializes in selling potted plants online and in retail stores. Founded in 2012, it offers a variety of plants, including medium, small, and mini options, along with ceramic planters and other accessories such as potting mix, pots, and totes. The Sill aims to inspire individuals to incorporate more greenery into their homes, providing a seamless experience in selecting plants that match personal styles and lifestyles. Each potted plant comes with straightforward care instructions, a money-back guarantee, and access to plant experts for additional support. Additionally, The Sill organizes workshops focused on plant care, enhancing customers' engagement with their products.

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.

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.

Dog Parker

Venture Round in 2017
Dog Parker, Inc., operating as DogSpot, specializes in providing a network of smart shelters for dogs positioned outside businesses that do not permit pets indoors. These DogSpots offer a secure and comfortable space for dogs while their owners shop at various establishments, including grocery stores, cafes, and museums. The company enhances the shopping experience by encouraging longer in-store visits and helping retailers remain compliant with health codes as more dog owners bring their pets along. Dog Parker, incorporated in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, generates revenue through multiple channels: dog owners pay by the minute to use the DogSpots, location partners pay to offer this service to their customers, and brands pay for advertising in these high-traffic areas. The company has partnered with notable retailers like Kroger and Albertsons, as well as prominent pet brands such as Purina and Banfield Animal Hospital. Additionally, Dog Parker provides a mobile app that allows users to locate and monitor their dogs in real-time.

VIDA

Venture Round in 2017
VIDA & Co. is an e-commerce platform based in San Francisco that connects manufacturers and artists to create unique clothing and accessories. Founded in 2014 and operating as a subsidiary of Cimpress plc since 2018, VIDA utilizes direct-to-fabric technology to streamline the production process. This allows designs submitted by artists to be transformed from sketches to finished products in as little as a week, leveraging a network of ten manufacturers. By fostering collaborations between creators and consumers, VIDA promotes socially responsible fashion while ensuring a diverse range of products. Additionally, the company has expanded its offerings to include recyclable masks.

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., operating as DogSpot, specializes in providing a network of smart shelters for dogs positioned outside businesses that do not permit pets indoors. These DogSpots offer a secure and comfortable space for dogs while their owners shop at various establishments, including grocery stores, cafes, and museums. The company enhances the shopping experience by encouraging longer in-store visits and helping retailers remain compliant with health codes as more dog owners bring their pets along. Dog Parker, incorporated in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, generates revenue through multiple channels: dog owners pay by the minute to use the DogSpots, location partners pay to offer this service to their customers, and brands pay for advertising in these high-traffic areas. The company has partnered with notable retailers like Kroger and Albertsons, as well as prominent pet brands such as Purina and Banfield Animal Hospital. Additionally, Dog Parker provides a mobile app that allows users to locate and monitor their dogs in real-time.

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
Blue Fever is a developer of a social well-being platform that provides a judgment-free space for young women in the United States to express themselves and seek support for their mental health. The platform features an empathetic artificial intelligence named "Blue," which engages users in conversation and recommends videos tailored to their emotional needs. By fostering a community-driven environment, Blue Fever encourages users to cultivate their authentic selves and rewards their progress with tokens that promote healthy identity development. The company's innovative approach combines AI technology with community support, creating a unique resource for post-millennial individuals to navigate their emotional challenges.

Silvernest

Seed Round in 2017
Silvernest LLC operates an online home-sharing platform that connects homeowners, particularly boomers and empty nesters, with potential roommates. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company provides services such as home listings, pre-qualified matches, lease creation, and rent collection. Its proprietary matching tool simplifies the process by alerting homeowners to renters that meet their specific criteria, allowing them to communicate privately with potential housemates. In addition to facilitating housing arrangements, Silvernest offers resources and tips to assist homeowners in selecting suitable housemates, enabling them to earn extra income while fostering new social connections.

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 media company based in San Francisco, California, focused on engaging female sports fans. Founded in 2016, it offers a weekly newsletter that delivers sports news, updates, and content directly to subscribers' inboxes on Mondays and Thursdays. The Relish also operates a digital sports video network that provides social content tailored for female audiences, fostering discussions about sports and related topics. By aiming to democratize sports media, the company seeks to connect and empower female fans and underrepresented groups, ensuring they are informed about current trends and events within the sports world.

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.
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