LAUNCH

LAUNCH is a California-based organization that supports entrepreneurs and fosters innovation within the technology sector. Established in 2010, it encompasses multiple initiatives, including the LAUNCH Fund, which focuses on early-stage investments in technology-related companies. Additionally, LAUNCH operates an incubator designed to nurture startup development. Its flagship event, the LAUNCH Festival, attracts over 12,000 participants, including venture capitalists, angel investors, founders, and industry professionals, serving as a premier platform for startups to showcase their innovations. The organization also produces the podcast "This Week in Startups," which discusses trends and insights in the startup ecosystem. Through its various endeavors, LAUNCH aims to empower founders and promote the growth of emerging companies.

Jason Calacanis

Founder and CEO

Past deals in Parking

Hookhub

Convertible Note in 2024
Marketplace for landowners to rent out parking space to RV and Trailers- nightly, long-term or storage parking.

VADE

Seed Round in 2022
VADE Group Inc., established in 2017 and based in Durham, North Carolina, specializes in IoT camera technology for parking management. The company develops solar-powered, LTE-connected cameras that detect vehicle occupancy in parking spots, providing real-time availability data via a mobile application for drivers. Additionally, VADE offers a wayfinding app for citizens and businesses, and supplies data on parking habits to governments, businesses, and municipalities. The company's proprietary computer vision tools and automated payment systems enhance the convenience and efficiency of parking.
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