Hinge Capital

Hinge Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2010 and based in Austin, Texas, with a focus on pre-seed to early-stage investments across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, infrastructure, consumer, media, financial services, health, education, and core internet technologies. The firm distinguishes itself by offering more than just capital, leveraging a modern venture platform that combines expertise from operators, data scientists, designers, and engineers. This approach aims to support promising founders in high-growth markets, providing a differentiated experience at the seed stage. Hinge Capital is committed to making risk-on investments in next-generation vertical technologies, reflecting its deep-rooted focus on technology and product development, similar to the companies in which it invests.

Ryan Swagar

Managing Partner

Brandon Zeuner

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

64 past transactions

Sarcophagus

Venture Round in 2022
Sarcophagus is an autonomous, incentivized dead man's switch dApp built on Ethereum and Arweave. It is a 100% open-source project using the Unlicense. It has been built by a global team of software developers, crypto enthusiasts, and security experts. It has not yet been audited.

Classy

Series D in 2021
Classy, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that operates an online and mobile fundraising platform designed for nonprofit organizations and social enterprises globally. Established in 2006, Classy provides an integrated solution for various fundraising needs, including crowdfunding, peer-to-peer campaigns, and direct donations. The platform also supports event ticketing and registration while offering features for branding and customization. Additionally, Classy integrates with Salesforce to enhance fundraising management. The company emphasizes user support through strategy consultations, website design services, and priority assistance. Classy also promotes social innovation by hosting events like the Collaborative and Classy Awards, which recognize excellence in the sector.

Classy

Series D in 2021
Classy, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that operates an online and mobile fundraising platform designed for nonprofit organizations and social enterprises globally. Established in 2006, Classy provides an integrated solution for various fundraising needs, including crowdfunding, peer-to-peer campaigns, and direct donations. The platform also supports event ticketing and registration while offering features for branding and customization. Additionally, Classy integrates with Salesforce to enhance fundraising management. The company emphasizes user support through strategy consultations, website design services, and priority assistance. Classy also promotes social innovation by hosting events like the Collaborative and Classy Awards, which recognize excellence in the sector.

twine

Seed Round in 2020
Twine is a platform that facilitates deep networking for virtual events and remote teams. It utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance productivity by improving decision-making and task management. The platform provides features such as automatic extraction of tasks and decisions from meetings and email communications, real-time prioritization of next steps, and streamlined collaboration across various communication channels. These capabilities enable executives and leadership teams to improve accountability, maintain alignment, and efficiently manage critical projects, ensuring that essential tasks remain the focus.

Light

Seed Round in 2019
Light Phone, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling mobile phones, along with offering service plans and SIM cards. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the company aims to provide a more focused mobile experience through its product, the Light Phone II. This phone is designed to deliver essential communication features while minimizing distractions from social media, news, and email. By prioritizing utility and peace of mind, Light Phone seeks to redefine mobile technology for users who want to reduce digital clutter in their lives.

Tap

Seed Round in 2018
Tap Projects Inc. operates an online platform designed to help users locate water refill stations globally. The platform facilitates connections between various partners and public refill sources, including water fountains, refill stations, water ATMs, and natural springs, all of which provide access to clean drinking water. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Tap aims to promote a zero-waste drinking water network, encouraging individuals to refill their water bottles rather than using single-use plastic containers.

Naked Labs

Series A in 2018
Naked Labs is a Silicon Valley-based startup focused on3D scanning, computer vision, and human-centered design. It uses infrared light to capture a 3D body model, which is visualized on the Naked app. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Airfoil Capital

Seed Round in 2018
Airfoil Capital, Inc. is a cryptocurrency consulting firm based in Miami, Florida, established in 2017. The company provides a range of services designed to assist individuals and businesses in navigating the cryptocurrency landscape. These services include the setup of cold storage hardware security devices, initial assessments of various cryptocurrencies, and ongoing monitoring systems that offer insights into industry trends. Additionally, Airfoil Capital supplies tools such as portfolio monitoring software, charting resources, and security software to help clients manage their investments effectively. By delivering comprehensive support and up-to-date information, Airfoil Capital aims to empower clients in making informed decisions within the evolving cryptocurrency market.

Bird

Series C in 2018
Bird operates a micro-mobility platform that offers electric vehicle-sharing services, aiming to provide affordable and sustainable transportation solutions to communities worldwide. The platform enables users to create profiles, facilitating the sharing of personal electric vehicles, including electric bicycles. By coordinating with cities, Bird enhances access to environmentally friendly local transport, thereby contributing to the reduction of traffic congestion and promoting responsible alternatives to traditional motor vehicles.

HONK

Series B in 2018
HONK Technologies, Inc. operates an on-demand mobile application that connects motorists with towing service providers across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, California, the platform allows users to request various roadside assistance services, including towing, tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and lock-out assistance through iOS, Android, or web interfaces. Customers can track the location and estimated arrival time of their service providers in real-time, enhancing the overall experience. The platform also benefits roadside assistance professionals, enabling them to receive payments promptly and manage their businesses effectively. HONK's services are utilized by insurance companies, automotive manufacturers, and fleets to streamline operations, decrease wait times, and improve customer satisfaction through a transparent, data-driven approach.

Rehinged

Seed Round in 2018
Rehinged is a developer of machine intelligence technology designed to predict the performance of technology startups. The company's technology uses data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence to understand the story of a company, predict its success and deliver insights on entire markets, enabling users to take better and faster business decisions with quantified data.

Ripple

Series B in 2016
Ripple Labs, Inc. operates a global payments network that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate instant and low-cost international transactions. The company has developed RippleNet, a decentralized platform that connects banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and corporations for seamless global money transfers. Ripple's product offerings include XRP, a digital asset designed for payments; xCurrent, which supports cross-border payment services for banks; xRapid, aimed at payment providers and financial institutions to manage liquidity costs; and xVia, a solution that allows corporates and financial institutions to send payments across networks using a standardized interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ripple has expanded its presence with additional offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Sydney, and Mumbai, among others. The company's solutions not only improve transaction efficiency but also help reduce foreign exchange exposure and counter-party risk for enterprises.

Qualified

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Qualified.io is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in software designed to automatically assess coding skills for developers. The platform focuses on evaluating and training engineers through real-world assessment methodologies, allowing organizations to effectively identify and recruit high-performing talent. By providing a streamlined approach to coding assessments, Qualified.io assists companies in enhancing their hiring processes and developing the capabilities of their engineering teams.

Poncho

Seed Round in 2016
Poncho Inc. provides personalized weather forecasts through its application, emails, and text messages across the continental United States. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company offers tailored geolocation weather data, taking into account users' wake-up times and morning commutes. Poncho has gained popularity as a chatbot on platforms like Facebook Messenger and is recognized as one of the leading weather apps in the App Store. In addition to weather updates, the company also offers travel reports to enhance user experience. As of May 2018, Poncho operates as a subsidiary of Dirty Lemon Beverages, LLC, and has attracted investment from prominent venture capital firms.

Minbox

Seed Round in 2015
Minbox Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing a cloud storage application aimed at enhancing file management and collaboration. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Minbox offers a platform that connects to various cloud services such as Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. This integration allows users to sync specific files or folders, facilitating easy sharing and collaboration with colleagues and clients. The platform features real-time commenting and annotation capabilities, enabling users to engage in discussions directly related to files or projects. By providing an aggregated search function, Minbox helps users efficiently locate files across multiple cloud storage services, making file management more streamlined and user-friendly.

Zealot Networks

Series A in 2015
Zealot Networks is a digital-first media company that focuses on empowering creators and entrepreneurs by providing a wide range of production, distribution, and business services. The company aims to facilitate the growth of influencers and businesses by bridging the gap between traditional media and emerging digital platforms. Zealot Networks pursues its goals through strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures with innovative companies led by successful entrepreneurs who align with its vision. By offering diverse revenue opportunities and development support, Zealot Networks fosters an ecosystem that enables creators to thrive in the digital landscape.

Classy

Series B in 2015
Classy, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that operates an online and mobile fundraising platform designed for nonprofit organizations and social enterprises globally. Established in 2006, Classy provides an integrated solution for various fundraising needs, including crowdfunding, peer-to-peer campaigns, and direct donations. The platform also supports event ticketing and registration while offering features for branding and customization. Additionally, Classy integrates with Salesforce to enhance fundraising management. The company emphasizes user support through strategy consultations, website design services, and priority assistance. Classy also promotes social innovation by hosting events like the Collaborative and Classy Awards, which recognize excellence in the sector.

Visage

Seed Round in 2015
Visage Software, Inc. operates a web-based content creation platform designed for marketers and creators to develop customized graphics, charts, reports, and dashboards that engage various audiences. Established in 2013 and based in California, Visage's platform allows users to create branded visual content that is optimized for distribution across relevant channels, ensuring brand consistency and operational efficiency. The platform supports the sharing of Visage Infographics by enabling users to assign access privileges and produce static files in multiple formats, thus facilitating effective communication and collaboration within organizations.

HONK

Series A in 2015
HONK Technologies, Inc. operates an on-demand mobile application that connects motorists with towing service providers across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, California, the platform allows users to request various roadside assistance services, including towing, tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and lock-out assistance through iOS, Android, or web interfaces. Customers can track the location and estimated arrival time of their service providers in real-time, enhancing the overall experience. The platform also benefits roadside assistance professionals, enabling them to receive payments promptly and manage their businesses effectively. HONK's services are utilized by insurance companies, automotive manufacturers, and fleets to streamline operations, decrease wait times, and improve customer satisfaction through a transparent, data-driven approach.

WedPics

Series B in 2015
WedPics is a mobile and web-based photo sharing application designed specifically for weddings, allowing guests to contribute their photos to a single album for the bride and groom. Available on both iOS and Android platforms, the app addresses the common challenge faced by couples in collecting memories from their special day. Users can not only upload images but also interact through comments and "likes," fostering engagement among guests. Additionally, WedPics offers five custom filters to enhance the photo experience and encourages the use of traditional digital cameras by allowing users to upload photos via the web. Developed by Deja mi Inc., based in Raleigh, North Carolina, WedPics evolved from the company's earlier app focused on venue discovery to serve a niche market in wedding photography, launching in early 2012. The platform effectively modernizes the wedding photography experience, moving away from disposable cameras and integrating smartphone technology.

HONK

Seed Round in 2014
HONK Technologies, Inc. operates an on-demand mobile application that connects motorists with towing service providers across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, California, the platform allows users to request various roadside assistance services, including towing, tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, and lock-out assistance through iOS, Android, or web interfaces. Customers can track the location and estimated arrival time of their service providers in real-time, enhancing the overall experience. The platform also benefits roadside assistance professionals, enabling them to receive payments promptly and manage their businesses effectively. HONK's services are utilized by insurance companies, automotive manufacturers, and fleets to streamline operations, decrease wait times, and improve customer satisfaction through a transparent, data-driven approach.

Dollar Shave Club

Series C in 2014
Dollar Shave Club is a lifestyle brand and e-commerce company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in personal grooming products for men, offering a wide range of items including razors, blades, shave butter, aftershave liquids, face washes, and wipes. The company operates on a subscription model, allowing customers to receive these products regularly at affordable prices. Dollar Shave Club develops its offerings through a unique research and development process that incorporates botanicals and input from chemists, ensuring quality while keeping costs low. This innovative approach aims to simplify grooming for its customers.

Codewars

Seed Round in 2014
Codewars is an online community platform that enables software developers to enhance their programming skills through various coding challenges and collaborative activities. Founded in 2012 and based in the United States, the platform serves over one million developers, providing resources tailored to specific interests and skill sets. Users engage in challenges that not only help them improve their coding abilities but also allow them to share insights and gain a deeper understanding of code. Codewars fosters a free educational environment, promoting continuous learning and skill mastery within the developer community.

Triage

Seed Round in 2014
Triage integrates the SaaS tools you use everyday. Quickly connect your services, Triage syncs everything important into one mobile feed.

GoSpotCheck

Venture Round in 2014
GoSpotCheck, Inc. is a Software-as-a-Service company that provides web and mobile applications designed for field-based teams to streamline surveys, audits, and reports. The platform enables businesses to utilize their employees to gather real-time retail intelligence, which is then displayed on a web dashboard for managers to identify trends and urgent issues. GoSpotCheck's solutions encompass areas such as audits and inspections, field sales performance, merchandising, marketing, food safety, quality assurance, human resources, and asset management. The company serves a wide range of industries, including consumer goods, retail, restaurants, facilities management, healthcare, and the alcoholic beverage sector. Founded in 2011, GoSpotCheck is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and operates as a subsidiary of WorldAPP, Inc.

Betaworks

Series C in 2013
Betaworks is a New York-based startup studio and venture capital firm founded in 2008. It focuses on building and investing in early-stage technology companies, primarily in sectors such as B2B, B2C, SaaS, gaming, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality. The firm operates as a tightly linked network encompassing ideas, people, capital, and products, aiming to foster innovation and create a more connected world. Betaworks typically makes seed-stage investments ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, often collaborating with other investors in syndicates. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, working closely with startups that align with its vision, and has been involved with notable companies like Giphy and Instapaper. Betaworks also provides thematic investment and mentorship programs to support entrepreneurs in developing their business ideas.

Active Mind Technology

Venture Round in 2013
Active Mind Technology, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in creating digital tracking devices for golfers. Its flagship product, GameGolf, is a wearable GPS and motion sensing system that enables users to record and display comprehensive statistics for each round of golf. Players can track every club used, shot taken, and distance covered, while also accessing valuable insights and trends related to their performance. The device allows users to upload, replay, and share their golfing achievements with friends through a mobile application. Active Mind Technology serves customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also maintains an office in Galway, Ireland.

Colingo

Seed Round in 2013
Colingo, Inc. is an online platform that focuses on teaching English through engaging, interactive methods. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Colingo aims to enhance personal, social, and economic opportunities by helping individuals worldwide improve their English skills. The platform offers live, teacher-led group conversation classes, personalized skills training, and private tutoring designed for learners with a basic understanding of English who seek to build confidence in conversational settings. Classes are available 24/7 and typically accommodate three to five students, fostering an intimate and low-pressure environment conducive to learning. By blending authentic conversations on contemporary topics with structured grammar and pronunciation training, Colingo provides a comprehensive approach to achieving English fluency.

Ripple

Seed Round in 2013
Ripple Labs, Inc. operates a global payments network that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate instant and low-cost international transactions. The company has developed RippleNet, a decentralized platform that connects banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and corporations for seamless global money transfers. Ripple's product offerings include XRP, a digital asset designed for payments; xCurrent, which supports cross-border payment services for banks; xRapid, aimed at payment providers and financial institutions to manage liquidity costs; and xVia, a solution that allows corporates and financial institutions to send payments across networks using a standardized interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ripple has expanded its presence with additional offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Sydney, and Mumbai, among others. The company's solutions not only improve transaction efficiency but also help reduce foreign exchange exposure and counter-party risk for enterprises.

Puddle

Seed Round in 2013
Puddle is a San Francisco-based credit creation application that provides an innovative peer-to-peer lending marketplace. It allows individuals to pool their resources, set interest rates, and borrow funds based on trust rather than traditional credit scores. This platform enables users to access credit on demand, fostering a community-oriented approach to financial lending. By connecting members who are willing to lend and borrow within a trusted network, Puddle creates an accessible and flexible financial solution for those in need of funds.

SendHub

Series A in 2013
SendHub offers a comprehensive phone system tailored for today's mobile-centric environment, eliminating the need for hardware and enabling instant setup. Users can obtain a phone number from any area code and access services across various devices, including web browsers, smartphones, and feature phones, as well as through an API. The platform facilitates seamless communication by allowing businesses to add lines for their teams at no additional cost, while providing robust analytics and transparency in telecommunication activities. Key features include an auto attendant, call transfer, company directory, contact sharing, voicemail transcription, and text marketing capabilities, making it suitable for both small and large organizations.

Videolicious

Venture Round in 2013
Videolicious is a pioneering company in video automation, focusing on transforming individual personalities into impactful messages for B2B sales and marketing organizations. The company has developed a web-based platform that allows users to create high-quality videos quickly and efficiently. This platform caters to retailers and media companies by enabling them to generate, exchange, and edit video content according to their specific needs. Through its innovative approach, Videolicious empowers users to customize videos, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively in a competitive market.

Clarity

Seed Round in 2012
Clarity Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that connects entrepreneurs with industry experts for personalized advice over the phone. Founded in 2012, it serves as a marketplace where users can seek guidance on various business challenges, including market research, legal issues, and fundraising strategies. With a network of over 30,000 verified experts, including successful entrepreneurs, Clarity aims to facilitate skill development and strategic planning for its clients. The company also offers tools for call scheduling and managing mobile device applications, enhancing the user experience. As of December 2014, Clarity operates as a subsidiary of Fundable LLC and has an additional office in Moncton, Canada.

Dekko

Seed Round in 2012
Dekko Inc. is an augmented-reality startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing smartphone software that integrates digital content into the real world, enabling users to interact with their environment in innovative ways. Its portfolio includes an operating system designed for mobile developers to create 3-D applications for wearable devices. Dekko's approach reflects a shift towards a "Post-PC" world, where technology facilitates more natural interactions through multi-sensor devices and the Internet of Things. By moving away from traditional interfaces reliant on keyboards and mice, Dekko aims to enhance user experiences through touch and voice interactions, ultimately allowing for a more immersive engagement with entertainment and social networks.

Republic Project

Series A in 2012
Republic Project is a cloud-based advertising platform that specializes in rich media solutions, enabling brands to efficiently create and manage Facebook Rich Media Posts. Its user-friendly production tools facilitate the rapid deployment of engaging content, while its responsive ad serving technology ensures optimal performance across various mobile devices and platforms. As a part of DG MediaMind, the company allows users to integrate and analyze their rich media campaigns alongside other display advertising efforts. Designed for brands, agencies, and studios, Republic Project simplifies access to the social and mobile audience, eliminating the complexities and costs often associated with traditional media solutions. The company is supported by notable investors, including Google Ventures and several venture capital firms.

Tracks.by

Seed Round in 2012
Tracks.by lets artists launch new music and videos. Using the launch campaigns on the Tracks.by platform, artists can turn every music and video release into an opportunity to get likes on Facebook, find fans that love them, and go viral.

Videolicious

Seed Round in 2012
Videolicious is a pioneering company in video automation, focusing on transforming individual personalities into impactful messages for B2B sales and marketing organizations. The company has developed a web-based platform that allows users to create high-quality videos quickly and efficiently. This platform caters to retailers and media companies by enabling them to generate, exchange, and edit video content according to their specific needs. Through its innovative approach, Videolicious empowers users to customize videos, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively in a competitive market.

Space Monkey

Seed Round in 2012
Space Monkey is an affordable subscription-based data storage solution that is taking the cloud out of the datacenter, creating a faster and more durable way to store data from any device. Space Monkey combines the benefits of local hardware storage and cloud storage by providing a device that stores one terabyte of online storage. Space Monkey provides central access and sharing from anywhere in the world, and from any device including iOS and Android mobile devices, Windows, Mac and Linux clients, as well as any other web browser enabled technology. Founded by entrepreneurs, Clint Gordon-Carroll and Alen Peacock in July 2011, Space Monkey is headquartered in Midvale, UT, a suburb of Salt Lake City. For more information, please visit: www.spacemonkey.com

MediaSpike

Seed Round in 2012
MediaSpike, Inc. operates an online platform that specializes in in-game product placement, primarily for social and mobile games. Founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, the company enables advertisers and game developers to collaborate effectively. Developers integrate one of MediaSpike's SDKs to connect with the platform, allowing brands to search for suitable advertising placements based on various criteria through an intuitive dashboard. The process involves selecting placements, uploading assets, previewing the placements, and submitting them for developer approval. Once live, MediaSpike provides analytics to track the performance of these placements, ensuring that both brands and developers can assess the effectiveness of their advertising strategies. The platform also extends its services to virtual reality content, broadening its reach within the gaming industry.

Betable

Convertible Note in 2012
Betable is the world’s first platform that enables any developer to legally offer real-money play in their games and apps on any platform or device. Betable is licensed by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission and Alderney Gambling Control Commission to offer support and infrastructure to developers to legally integrate real-money gambling into their mobile and social games and applications. Betable provides world-leading security, fraud protection, player location, identity and age verification and account monitoring to keep players’ funds safe and to ensure responsible gaming. Betable was founded in 2008 in London, United Kingdom. It also is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

SendHub

Seed Round in 2012
SendHub offers a comprehensive phone system tailored for today's mobile-centric environment, eliminating the need for hardware and enabling instant setup. Users can obtain a phone number from any area code and access services across various devices, including web browsers, smartphones, and feature phones, as well as through an API. The platform facilitates seamless communication by allowing businesses to add lines for their teams at no additional cost, while providing robust analytics and transparency in telecommunication activities. Key features include an auto attendant, call transfer, company directory, contact sharing, voicemail transcription, and text marketing capabilities, making it suitable for both small and large organizations.

Trigger.io

Seed Round in 2012
Trigger.io is a San Francisco-based company that has developed a cross-platform mobile development framework specifically designed for web developers aiming to create native mobile applications. Its application development platform leverages an HTML5 operating system, enabling efficient interaction between companies and their customers through digital media. The platform is regularly updated to address bugs, which helps reduce data consumption, allowing developers to build native mobile applications more swiftly and effectively. By focusing on enhancing the development process, Trigger.io provides a valuable solution for businesses looking to engage with their audiences through mobile technology.

Fanium

Seed Round in 2012
Fanium, Inc. is a technology company focused on developing innovative applications for fantasy sports and television prediction games. Founded in 2011 by Grant Gurtin while he was a student at Brown University, the company has created a range of mobile applications that enhance the way users engage with sports and entertainment content. Fanium's offerings include contests that allow users to predict outcomes in TV shows and sports events, winning cash prizes in the process. The company's unique approach integrates social media by aggregating expert opinions and utilizing advanced search technology to deliver relevant information to users. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Fanium continues to evolve its platform to maintain user interest and retention, particularly through its mobile applications.

Incredible Labs

Seed Round in 2011
Incredible Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in artificial intelligence. The company is known for developing Donna, a mobile personal assistant designed to enhance time management by anticipating users' needs. Through its innovative software, Incredible Labs aims to streamline daily tasks and improve productivity for individuals.

LawPivot

Seed Round in 2011
From free legal documents to discounted rates with outstanding attorneys, LawPivot is here to help every step of the way. Since 2008, LawPivot has helped over 20 million small businesses and families create legal documents, engage with local attorneys and confidently protect their future.

LaunchRock

Seed Round in 2011
LaunchRock is an online platform that allows users to create viral "Launching Soon" pages equipped with sharing tools and analytics. Founded in 2011 during Philadelphia’s Startup Weekend, the platform enables users to quickly design landing pages that can capture interest and grow an audience. By incentivizing users to share information about projects through email and social media, LaunchRock enhances marketing efforts for its clients. The company is headquartered in Walnut, California, and focuses on helping users effectively engage early adopters and streamline their website launch processes.

Meeps

Seed Round in 2011
Explore the World Through your Interests. Meeps is a place to share and talk about your interests with others around the world. People connect because of shared interests, not shared offices or high schools. Meeps allows you to find real people that share real interests, in real time.

Zaarly

Series A in 2011
Zaarly, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local service providers in cities such as Denver, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Northern Virginia. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Zaarly focuses on home maintenance and related services. The platform features a curated selection of vetted small businesses, allowing users to easily discover and hire professionals for various home projects. It facilitates all aspects of the service process, including selection, communication, scheduling, payment, and reviews, ensuring a streamlined experience for both service providers and homeowners.

GinzaMetrics

Seed Round in 2011
Ginzametrics makes enterprise SEO and Content Marketing simple and easy to manage. The most scalable SEO platform on the market, Ginzametrics serves the needs of advertisers, agencies and ecommerce companies in over 120 global markets. The Ginzametrics platform manages millions of keywords across large site portfolios. The SEO dashboard makes it easy to optimize content for all major search engines. Ginzametrics integrates with Google Analytics, Omniture SiteCatalyst and more to provide engagement insights for organic search. The API enables SEOs and agencies to automate site provisioning and analytics at massive scale. Ginzamarkets, Inc. has received funding from Y Combinator, 500 Startups and other investors and is based in San Francisco, CA, with additional offices in Raleigh, NC, Japan and Europe.

DemandSphere

Seed Round in 2011
DemandSphere is a hybrid content marketing and strategy platform that evolved from GinzaMetrics, catering to a diverse range of global clients. The platform addresses the changing landscape of marketing by integrating various channels such as SEO, content, email, social media, and offline marketing into a cohesive strategy. It combines advanced data analytics with strategic services, allowing businesses to streamline their marketing efforts. Users can efficiently review and set goals, manage outcomes, and report on key performance indicators, significantly reducing manual labor in the process. DemandSphere focuses on enhancing growth potential for organizations by providing the insights and tools necessary for effective content marketing and digital strategy.

Getaround

Seed Round in 2011
Getaround, Inc. operates an online marketplace for peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals, allowing users to rent vehicles from people nearby. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform offers a diverse range of vehicles, including convertibles, luxury cars, SUVs, and trucks, available for rent by the hour or day. Getaround's innovative technology, known as Getaround Connect, facilitates a seamless car-sharing experience by enabling users to unlock and access vehicles without needing to meet the car owner or handle physical keys. The service is designed to eliminate the traditional hassles associated with car rentals, such as waiting in line and completing paperwork. Getaround provides users with a $1 million insurance policy and 24/7 roadside assistance, making it a safe option for renters. The company operates in major metropolitan areas across the United States, helping individuals offset car ownership costs while promoting more sustainable transportation options.

Life360

Series A in 2011
Life360, Inc. is a mobile application developer based in San Francisco, California, focusing on enhancing communication and safety for families. Founded in 2007, the company offers a platform that provides services such as private location sharing, location history, driving details, crash detection, roadside assistance, and help alerts, available through both free and paid membership subscriptions. The app serves millions of families across more than 140 countries, facilitating better synchronization and protection of loved ones. Life360, which was previously known as LReady, Inc., rebranded in 2011 and has secured over $100 million in funding from various investors, including Bessemer Venture Partners and Allstate, to support its growth and development.

Manpacks

Angel Round in 2011
Manpacks is a web-based subscription service that caters to men's essential needs by providing a quarterly delivery of products such as underwear, socks, grooming items, and toiletries. The service features well-known brands like Calvin Klein, Gillette, and Saxx, ensuring quality and variety. Customers can easily manage their subscriptions through an online dashboard, allowing them to modify upcoming orders, delay shipments, or request immediate deliveries. By offering a convenient solution to regular shopping, Manpacks aims to simplify the lives of men, enabling them to access necessary items without the hassle of frequent trips to the store.

Embedly

Seed Round in 2011
Embedly provides a platform and suite of tools to make embedding and previewing links simple. Embedly helps publishers and consumers manage embed codes from more than 100 Websites and APIs, including YouTube, Flickr, Ustream, Picassa, Hulu, Twitpic, Quantcast, and CrunchBase. It automatically convert links from these sources into embedded media on the fly.

ToutApp

Seed Round in 2011
ToutApp, Inc. is a software company that specializes in sales communications, providing a platform designed to enhance the productivity of sales teams. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, ToutApp offers tools that enable users to streamline communication, utilize email tracking, and leverage templates and analytics for improved performance. The platform assists various organizations, including both enterprises and non-profits, in generating leads, closing deals more efficiently, and making accurate sales forecasts. Notable clients include Citrix and ProCore, who utilize ToutApp to boost their sales processes. In 2017, ToutApp became a subsidiary of Marketo, expanding its capabilities within the sales technology landscape.

DoubleDutch

Seed Round in 2011
DoubleDutch, Inc. specializes in event management software designed for organizers across the globe. The company provides a live engagement platform that includes applications, integrations, and performance metrics, enabling users to digitize live event experiences and enhance engagement. Its offerings also include an online event registration solution, allowing users to create custom registration pages, collect payments, and manage pre-event activities. DoubleDutch serves a diverse clientele, including brands and associations, facilitating a range of events such as internal meetings, tradeshows, expos, and conferences. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with additional locations in major cities across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, India, Singapore, and the Middle East. As of June 2019, DoubleDutch operates as a subsidiary of Cvent, Inc.

Kiip

Series A in 2011
Kiip is a rewards network and mobile application that offers rewards from brands and companies for virtual achievements. It has received $15.4 million in total funding to date from Relay Ventures, Interpublic Group, Hummer Winblad, American Express Ventures, Digital Garage, True Ventures, Verizon Ventures, CrossLink Capital, and others. Kiip was Brian Wong, Courtney Guertin, and Amadeus Demarzi in 2010.

DailyWorth

Venture Round in 2011
DailyWorth.com, Inc. operates a platform to receive daily emails filled with financial and career advice, thought-provoking articles, and an occasional kick in the pants for women. It sends emails on money, including tips on savings, investing, credit and debt, taxes, insurance, and real estate; work, such as career advice, job search, negotiating, running a business, and freelancing; and life, which include finding a balance, education, health, travel, inspiration, and giving. The company also sends family advice, including marriage, kids, relationships, and elder care services; retirement tips, including estate planning and IRA and 401 (K); and tools, such as MoneyClarity, MoneyType, and WorthFM; and digital reviews. DailyWorth.com, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in New York, New York.

Graphicly

Series A in 2011
Graphicly is a software services provider based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in the automated self-publishing of image-based digital content. The platform facilitates the conversion, distribution, and promotion of digital works across major consumer mobile and eBook marketplaces, including the Apple iOS Newsstand, iBookstore, Barnes & Noble NOOK Color, and Amazon Kindle store. By streamlining workflows and significantly reducing production costs, Graphicly empowers authors and publishers with detailed real-time analytics to enhance their offerings. The company uniquely targets the growing $23 billion publishing market, catering to the increasing number of self-published authors who are expected to produce graphical works annually.

EcoMom

Angel Round in 2010
EcoMom is an online shopping platform dedicated to providing eco-conscious products for children and families. Founded by parents and professionals, it aims to simplify the process of making healthy choices in parenting. The website offers a wide range of products, including baby care items, organic baby food, toys, books, clothing, and gifts, all designed to promote the well-being of children. EcoMom also emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making by providing relevant information and expert opinions from trusted organizations in health, nutrition, and mindful living. By combining e-commerce with social shopping, EcoMom makes it easy for parents to access essential products that support the healthy development of their families.

LawPivot

Seed Round in 2010
From free legal documents to discounted rates with outstanding attorneys, LawPivot is here to help every step of the way. Since 2008, LawPivot has helped over 20 million small businesses and families create legal documents, engage with local attorneys and confidently protect their future.

TekTrak

Angel Round in 2010
TekTrak, Inc. is a mobile security company based in Culver City, California, specializing in applications for smartphones and tablets. Founded in 2010, TekTrak has developed a mobile application that enables users to track their devices if lost or misplaced. In addition to location tracking, the application offers features to secure sensitive and private information stored on the device. TekTrak's solutions are compatible with both iOS and Android platforms, providing a comprehensive approach to mobile security for users concerned about the protection of their personal data.

InboxQ

Angel Round in 2010
InboxQ is a browser extension that delivers a persistent stream of questions from Twitter directly to you. There is no better way to engage with potential customers than by using your expertise to help them solve their problems.

eToro

Series C in 2010
eToro is a social trading investment network that facilitates financial trading by allowing users to observe and replicate the trading activities of others. Established in 2007 and headquartered in London, the platform aims to democratize access to global markets by providing tools for both manual and automated trading across various asset classes, including traditional investments and cryptocurrencies. Its key features include the OpenBook and WebTrader platforms, which enable users to share live trading insights and learn from one another. eToro's model fosters a collaborative environment where investors can leverage the expertise of their peers while making informed trading decisions. The company also maintains registered offices in Cyprus and Israel, operating as a subsidiary of eToro Group Limited.
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