Kapital Bank
Seed Round in 2022
Kapital is a fintech company focused on providing digital financial services to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), freelancers, and startups. Its platform simplifies financial processes, allowing clients to manage their treasury effectively and gain visibility into their financial activities. By offering tools for corporate spending, payroll distribution, and supplier payments all in one place, Kapital enables businesses to maintain control over their finances without the need to outsource these functions. The company aims to foster the growth of its clients by providing them with inclusive financial products that support their income and expense management, ultimately accelerating their growth potential.
Omaze, Inc. is an online fundraising platform that aims to transform charitable giving by making it engaging and accessible. Founded in 2011 and based in Culver City, California, the company allows donors to participate in online auctions for unique prizes, such as exclusive experiences with celebrities, luxury vehicles, and vacation packages. Omaze provides the necessary resources for partnerships between celebrities, athletes, and nonprofit organizations, facilitating a comprehensive online fundraising experience. The platform connects influencers, nonprofits, and individual donors, enabling them to support various charitable initiatives. By combining entertainment with philanthropy, Omaze helps charities raise funds and increase awareness for their causes while fostering a greater impact through digital fundraising.
Varo Bank
Series E in 2021
Varo Money, Inc. is a digital bank based in San Francisco, California, that offers a range of online banking products and services, including bank and savings accounts, checking accounts, and overdraft protection. Established in 2015 and known for being the only U.S. consumer fintech with a national bank charter, Varo aims to serve as a comprehensive banking partner for millions of Americans, especially those seeking better financial solutions. The company combines fintech innovation with the security of a chartered bank, providing tools and insights to enhance financial resilience for its customers. Varo's platform also includes features such as spending analysis, real-time budgeting, cash flow forecasts, direct deposits, and online bill payments, all designed to empower users to make informed financial decisions and improve their overall financial well-being.
Airlift Technologies
Series B in 2021
Airlift Technologies, established in 2019 and headquartered in Lahore, Pakistan, operates a mobile application that facilitates passenger transportation by connecting them with bus-owners. The platform enables commuters to travel between residential and commercial hubs within the city. In 2020, Airlift expanded its services to include last-mile delivery, offering swift (within 30 minutes) delivery of essential items such as food, household supplies, and electronics across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. Backed by First Round Capital, Airlift aims to promote self-empowerment through technology-driven logistics solutions that ensure safe, reliable, and affordable access to necessities, thereby encouraging shared mobility and affordable mass transport.
Clearco is an online financial platform focused on providing growth capital to e-commerce and B2B companies. The company leverages proprietary software and data science models to identify high-growth funding opportunities. Clearco offers funding in exchange for a percentage of future revenue, allowing startups to secure the necessary capital for expansion without diluting their equity. This innovative approach enables businesses to access an alternative funding source tailored to their unique growth trajectories.
SendBird is a leading provider of messaging and chat APIs, designed to enhance communication for mobile applications and websites. The company focuses on digitizing human interactions by enabling user-to-user, user-to-business, and business-to-business communication through its robust API platform. This allows enterprises to initiate autonomous support and sales conversations while keeping human agents available for more complex inquiries. With a strong emphasis on customer experience, SendBird empowers businesses to build AI agents and foster meaningful connections at scale. The company is trusted by over 4,000 prominent applications, including DoorDash, Match Group, Noom, and Yahoo Sports, and facilitates more than 7 billion conversations each month. Headquartered in California, SendBird is recognized for its reliability, security, and compliance, meeting the demands of enterprise clients.
Vendease
Seed Round in 2021
Vendease is an online marketplace based in Lagos, Nigeria, that facilitates direct ordering of supplies from farms and food manufacturers for restaurants and hotels in Africa. Founded in 2020, the platform allows food service businesses to digitize and automate their procurement and inventory management processes, enhancing efficiency. By offering a wide range of products, including seafood, vegetables, beverages, and processed foods, Vendease aims to streamline the supply chain for its users, thereby enabling them to focus on customer service. The platform also provides valuable analytics to help businesses improve profitability and reduce waste, making procurement more convenient and transparent.
Republic is an equity crowdfunding platform based in New York City, founded in 2016. It provides individuals the opportunity to invest in startups, real estate, cryptocurrencies, and video games, thus enabling a diverse range of investment options for the general public. With a commitment to promoting a sustainable and connected world, Republic has facilitated over $500 million in investments from more than one million members worldwide. The company serves a broad client base that includes venture capital firms, family offices, and high net-worth individuals. Supported by prominent backers such as Galaxy Digital and The Motley Fool, Republic operates with a global team across six countries, reflecting its international reach and influence in the investment landscape.
Brave Care
Series A in 2021
Brave Care, Inc. specializes in urgent pediatric health care services, providing treatment for a wide range of conditions such as allergies, asthma, cough, ear pain, eye problems, fever, minor fractures, and more. The company also offers pediatric-specific laboratory services and on-site x-ray facilities. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Brave Care operates primary and urgent care clinics designed exclusively for children in Oregon and Texas. In addition to in-person care, Brave Care provides pediatric advice to parents through its website and mobile app, supporting families nationwide in promoting their children's well-being.
Yotta Technologies Inc., established in 2019 and based in New York, operates a savings platform that combines elements of banking and gaming. It offers users the opportunity to save money and enter weekly prize draws, with the interest portion from banks funding these prizes.
Vinovest
Seed Round in 2020
Vinovest is a technology-driven platform facilitating investment in fine wines for retail investors. Users can browse and choose specific wines to invest in, which are then securely stored on their behalf. The platform enables investors to manage their wine portfolios online, offering real-time access to buy or sell wines at any time, thereby increasing accessibility and potential returns.
Kabo
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Kabo is a Canadian pet food brand that specializes in creating customized dog food tailored to the specific dietary needs of individual dogs. The company focuses on producing meals designed to enhance the health and well-being of dogs, promoting longer and happier lives. Kabo offers personalized meal plans that ensure dogs receive the appropriate nutrition they require. Additionally, the company provides contactless delivery services, allowing dog owners to conveniently receive fresh, homemade dog food directly to their homes.
Billpocket
Venture Round in 2019
Billpocket is a financial technology company that transforms smartphones and tablets into point-of-sale terminals, allowing users to accept card payments easily and efficiently. By eliminating the need for traditional banking setups and associated fees, Billpocket offers a streamlined solution for businesses to process payments. The platform supports transactions from all major credit and debit cards and provides features such as the option for customers to convert payments into interest-free monthly installments. With minimal setup requirements, Billpocket enables sellers to accept payments while charging a fixed commission, making it an accessible choice for merchants looking to enhance their payment processing capabilities.
Kyte
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Kyte is a technology and operations company founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk. The company specializes in providing on-demand car rentals, delivering vehicles directly to customers' locations for various durations, ranging from a day to several months. Operating in over ten cities across the United States, Kyte is rapidly expanding its services. The platform not only facilitates convenient car delivery but also includes additional offerings such as car cleaning and refueling, allowing customers to enjoy the benefits of transportation without the commitment of owning a personal vehicle.
Faraday Bicycles
Seed Round in 2013
Faraday Bicycles, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on designing and manufacturing high-quality electric bicycles. The company aims to offer a sustainable and enjoyable transportation alternative for riders of all levels, from novices to experienced cyclists. Faraday's electric bicycles are characterized by their lightweight design, allowing users to easily regulate their speed and effort based on individual needs. Through its innovative approach, Faraday Bicycles contributes to the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation solutions in the fields of health and wellness.
Descomplica
Series A in 2012
Descomplica is an online education platform based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2011. The company specializes in providing students with access to a wide range of educational resources, including pre-recorded and live classes across various subjects, particularly focusing on mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Descomplica aims to facilitate college entrance exam preparation by offering affordable and high-quality educational materials, enabling students to learn at their own pace. The platform also features online monitoring to enhance the learning experience, making it accessible for a diverse group of learners seeking to achieve their academic goals.
Descomplica
Seed Round in 2012
Descomplica is an online education platform based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2011. The company specializes in providing students with access to a wide range of educational resources, including pre-recorded and live classes across various subjects, particularly focusing on mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Descomplica aims to facilitate college entrance exam preparation by offering affordable and high-quality educational materials, enabling students to learn at their own pace. The platform also features online monitoring to enhance the learning experience, making it accessible for a diverse group of learners seeking to achieve their academic goals.