Lerer Hippeau

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for industrial operations, monitoring machine health and process efficiency. Its platform integrates with existing systems to detect potential equipment failures, optimize performance, and reduce downtime across various industries.

Teal is a New York-based company established in 2019, offering a comprehensive platform designed to empower professionals in their career growth. The company provides tools such as resume consultations, job listing searches, and application tracking, along with career assistance via email and chat. Teal fosters community engagement through weekly events, group coaching, virtual networking opportunities, and access to career content libraries. Its services aim to simplify the job search process and equip users with the necessary skills and resources to navigate career changes effectively.

Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

Small Door, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York, specializes in providing elevated, customer-centric veterinary services with a focus on hospitality. The company aims to enhance the lives of pets and their owners by offering superior care, unmatched transparency, and tech-enabled convenience. Small Door operates 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington DC, having conducted tens of thousands of member consultations.

Veritonic offers a comprehensive audio analytics platform that enables businesses to measure, compare, and optimize the impact of their audio content such as music, videos, voiceovers, jingles, and audio logos. By providing AI-driven metrics and marketing response data, Veritonic helps clients make informed decisions about their audio investments, mitigate risks through optimization, and enhance consumer engagement.

Teal is a New York-based company established in 2019, offering a comprehensive platform designed to empower professionals in their career growth. The company provides tools such as resume consultations, job listing searches, and application tracking, along with career assistance via email and chat. Teal fosters community engagement through weekly events, group coaching, virtual networking opportunities, and access to career content libraries. Its services aim to simplify the job search process and equip users with the necessary skills and resources to navigate career changes effectively.

Blockdaemon facilitates blockchain deployment by offering a node management platform that supports over 30 protocols. It empowers businesses and developers to quickly launch and manage blockchain applications, with tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions.

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for industrial operations, monitoring machine health and process efficiency. Its platform integrates with existing systems to detect potential equipment failures, optimize performance, and reduce downtime across various industries.

Studs is a piercing studio established in 2019 by Anna Harman and Lisa Bubbers, headquartered in New York, United States. The company caters to a conscious millennial and Gen-Z clientele, aiming to modernize the traditional mall piercing experience through both online and offline retail operations. Studs specializes in providing safe and healthy ear piercing services, emphasizing a prioritized customer experience. By combining a contemporary approach with a focus on safety and hygiene, Studs has positioned itself as a leader in the ear piercing industry.

Noops, Inc. is a manufacturer and retailer specializing in plant-based oat milk pudding products. Founded in 2019 and based in Roslyn, New York, the company offers a diverse range of flavors including mocha, cocoa, French toast, and sticky bun. Noops focuses on providing healthier snack alternatives made from clean ingredients such as organic oats, dates, and sunflower seed proteins. Its products are vegan, non-GMO, OU Kosher, and allergen-friendly, with no added sugar, making them appealing to health-conscious consumers. The company sells its offerings through an online platform, promoting immunity-boosting prebiotics and heart-healthy whole grains. Originally known as SuperBox Brands, Inc., the company rebranded to Noops, Inc. in October 2019.

Blockdaemon facilitates blockchain deployment by offering a node management platform that supports over 30 protocols. It empowers businesses and developers to quickly launch and manage blockchain applications, with tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions.

Founded in 2011, Code Climate Inc. specializes in engineering intelligence applications. Its flagship product, Velocity, analyzes GitHub repositories to provide real-time analytics, custom reports, and insights into software engineering teams' performance for managers, engineers, executives, and product leaders.

Founded in 2015, Morty is an online mortgage marketplace that instantly matches homebuyers with competitive loan products from a wide network of lenders. Its platform simplifies operations for loan officers and brokerages through AI-assisted tools, built-in compliance handling, and streamlined processes.

Founded in 2016, SIMULATE produces and distributes plant-based chicken nuggets using texturized pea protein technology. Its mission is to accelerate the transition to sustainable nutrition by offering healthier, organic alternatives to animal-based products.

Blockdaemon facilitates blockchain deployment by offering a node management platform that supports over 30 protocols. It empowers businesses and developers to quickly launch and manage blockchain applications, with tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions.

Heartbeat Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in New York that specializes in cardiology services. Founded in 2017, it provides virtual-first solutions for the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease. The company utilizes a data-powered platform to facilitate real-time consultations between patients and physicians, enabling secure communication and collaboration on treatment and dietary advice. By offering tools that allow patients to monitor their heart health, Heartbeat Health aims to reduce cardiovascular risk and the likelihood of adverse health events. Its comprehensive approach enhances patient care and supports at-risk organizations through a focus on higher-value healthcare delivery.

Parade is a Brooklyn-based underwear company specializing in designer eco-friendly undergarments. Their products are crafted from 85% recycled polyamide and certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100, ensuring they're free from harmful chemicals for both skin and the environment.

Small Door, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York, specializes in providing elevated, customer-centric veterinary services with a focus on hospitality. The company aims to enhance the lives of pets and their owners by offering superior care, unmatched transparency, and tech-enabled convenience. Small Door operates 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington DC, having conducted tens of thousands of member consultations.

Founded in 2017, Fi specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled smart dog collars and accessories. These products are designed to track a dog's location, monitor activity levels, and set fitness goals for pet owners.

Founded in 2015, Heyday operates a digital marketplace platform designed to accelerate consumer product brands. Headquartered in San Francisco with a presence in New York, the company specializes in data-driven strategies to drive revenue growth for partnered eCommerce businesses.

Mickey is a commoditech platform that enables direct online procurement of natural resources from independent suppliers, eliminating brokers and commissions. Based in New York and founded in 2019, the platform manages sourcing, freight bookings and payments, providing visibility to buyers and sellers of global commodities and reducing delivery time and costs, thereby expanding access to resources and enhancing export opportunities for American businesses.

LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

Meet Cute, Inc. is an entertainment company based in New York that specializes in creating and distributing short-form audio romantic comedies. Founded in 2019, the company offers a platform where users can write, produce, and voice act their own romantic comedy stories. Its flagship product is an audio platform that allows users to craft narratives that take audiences from initial encounters to happy endings in approximately 15 minutes. By focusing on original content in podcast form, Meet Cute aims to provide listeners with engaging stories that evoke happiness and hope, aligning with the enduring appeal of the romantic comedy genre.

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for industrial operations, monitoring machine health and process efficiency. Its platform integrates with existing systems to detect potential equipment failures, optimize performance, and reduce downtime across various industries.

Veritonic offers a comprehensive audio analytics platform that enables businesses to measure, compare, and optimize the impact of their audio content such as music, videos, voiceovers, jingles, and audio logos. By providing AI-driven metrics and marketing response data, Veritonic helps clients make informed decisions about their audio investments, mitigate risks through optimization, and enhance consumer engagement.

Undock is a cloud-based SaaS platform, based in New York, for scheduling, coordinating, and hosting meetings. It uses artificial intelligence to automatically identify the ideal meeting times by comparing participant availability, preferences, and behavior, and provides a single space for collaborative agendas and notes that overlay on any conferencing platform.

Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

Mickey is a commoditech platform that enables direct online procurement of natural resources from independent suppliers, eliminating brokers and commissions. Based in New York and founded in 2019, the platform manages sourcing, freight bookings and payments, providing visibility to buyers and sellers of global commodities and reducing delivery time and costs, thereby expanding access to resources and enhancing export opportunities for American businesses.

Medly Pharmacy is a digital pharmacy based in Brooklyn, New York, with an additional office in New Jersey. Founded in 2017, it operates under the parent company Medly Health and offers free same-day prescription delivery services across New York City and New Jersey. The company provides comprehensive services including refill management, coordination with doctors and insurance, prior authorization support, consultations, and financial assistance. Medly Pharmacy combines dedicated customer service with extensive pharmacy expertise to personalize patient care journeys.

Parade is a Brooklyn-based underwear company specializing in designer eco-friendly undergarments. Their products are crafted from 85% recycled polyamide and certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100, ensuring they're free from harmful chemicals for both skin and the environment.

Teal is a New York-based company established in 2019, offering a comprehensive platform designed to empower professionals in their career growth. The company provides tools such as resume consultations, job listing searches, and application tracking, along with career assistance via email and chat. Teal fosters community engagement through weekly events, group coaching, virtual networking opportunities, and access to career content libraries. Its services aim to simplify the job search process and equip users with the necessary skills and resources to navigate career changes effectively.

Blockdaemon facilitates blockchain deployment by offering a node management platform that supports over 30 protocols. It empowers businesses and developers to quickly launch and manage blockchain applications, with tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions.

Founded in 2011, Code Climate Inc. specializes in engineering intelligence applications. Its flagship product, Velocity, analyzes GitHub repositories to provide real-time analytics, custom reports, and insights into software engineering teams' performance for managers, engineers, executives, and product leaders.

Monument, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides an online platform for alcohol addiction treatment, connecting patients with healthcare professionals through telehealth services. Founded in 2019, Monument develops personalized treatment plans that cater to individual goals and lifestyles, offering a comprehensive approach that includes access to a supportive community, virtual therapy sessions, and physician-prescribed medications. The platform features synchronous and asynchronous communications, enabling users to engage in hour-long video sessions, participate in therapist-moderated support groups, and access resources to help them change their relationship with alcohol. Monument's focus on affordability and customization positions it as a modern solution for individuals seeking to address their alcohol-related challenges entirely online.

Heartbeat Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in New York that specializes in cardiology services. Founded in 2017, it provides virtual-first solutions for the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease. The company utilizes a data-powered platform to facilitate real-time consultations between patients and physicians, enabling secure communication and collaboration on treatment and dietary advice. By offering tools that allow patients to monitor their heart health, Heartbeat Health aims to reduce cardiovascular risk and the likelihood of adverse health events. Its comprehensive approach enhances patient care and supports at-risk organizations through a focus on higher-value healthcare delivery.

WorkRails, Inc. is a cloud-based platform provider founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lloyd Harbor, New York. The company specializes in enabling software firms to streamline their professional services operations by connecting employees, partners, and freelancers. Its Services CPQ platform allows organizations to create professional services quotes efficiently, addressing the challenges of accuracy and timeliness in selling complex services. By standardizing the sales process, WorkRails facilitates repeatability and scalability, ultimately accelerating revenue growth. The platform also integrates with existing systems to eliminate data entry errors and silos between sales, professional services, and clients, thereby enhancing collaboration and improving overall service delivery.

K Health is a data-driven digital primary care company offering an AI-powered platform for personalized health management. It aggregates user data to build predictive models, enabling individuals to learn about their health by comparing themselves with others who share similar characteristics, and it provides a free symptom tracker. The platform supports remote care, including doctor consultations for well below a copay, and maintains users' medical history to deliver clinical data insights. Founded in 2016 as Kang Health and renamed K Health in 2018, the company is based in New York with an additional office in Israel. Its goal is to connect health data to enable accessible, data-informed primary care.

CUUP Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of bras for women. Founded in 2017 by Kearnon O'Molony and Abby Morgan, CUUP focuses on providing a collection of bras that prioritize comfort, fit, and aesthetic appeal, catering to women of all sizes. The company operates primarily as a direct-to-consumer brand, selling its products online. CUUP aims to deliver lingerie that is flattering and unrestrictive, ensuring that each piece offers the necessary support while maintaining a commitment to quality design and performance.

Shortcut, formerly known as Clubhouse Software, Inc., is a project management platform designed to enhance collaboration among software development teams. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Shortcut offers tools that help engineers plan, build, and deploy software products efficiently. The platform provides features such as task management, progress tracking, and workspace organization, allowing teams to coordinate effectively and maintain visibility across multiple projects. Additionally, Shortcut includes a knowledge base tool that facilitates documentation and collaboration among team members. By balancing simplicity and structure, Shortcut aims to create a user-friendly environment that enables software teams to focus on delivering quality products while minimizing stress.

Founded in New York in 2013, HIFI is a community-driven organization advocating for artist-centric financial empowerment within the music industry. It promotes transparency and innovation through education, advocacy, and technological solutions.

Parade is a Brooklyn-based underwear company specializing in designer eco-friendly undergarments. Their products are crafted from 85% recycled polyamide and certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100, ensuring they're free from harmful chemicals for both skin and the environment.

Studs is a piercing studio established in 2019 by Anna Harman and Lisa Bubbers, headquartered in New York, United States. The company caters to a conscious millennial and Gen-Z clientele, aiming to modernize the traditional mall piercing experience through both online and offline retail operations. Studs specializes in providing safe and healthy ear piercing services, emphasizing a prioritized customer experience. By combining a contemporary approach with a focus on safety and hygiene, Studs has positioned itself as a leader in the ear piercing industry.

LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

Founded in 2015, Morty is an online mortgage marketplace that instantly matches homebuyers with competitive loan products from a wide network of lenders. Its platform simplifies operations for loan officers and brokerages through AI-assisted tools, built-in compliance handling, and streamlined processes.

WAVE Meditation Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing subscription-based mobile application software for meditation. The company offers a music-guided app designed for at-home meditation, focusing on daily rituals that incorporate breath, body, and rhythm. In addition to its digital offerings, WAVE Meditation also manufactures a connected foam cushion to enhance the meditation experience. The company's mission is to facilitate mindfulness and well-being through accessible meditation tools.

Sweet Reason Beverage Co. is a New York-based producer of hemp- and cannabis-infused sparkling waters. The beverages are naturally flavored and contain CO2-extracted CBD from Colorado organic hemp, with no sugar, sweeteners, carbohydrates, sodium, or artificial ingredients, and about five calories per 12-ounce bottle. Flavors include Grapefruit, Cucumber Mint, and Strawberry Lavender. The products are distributed through retailers and online outlets in New York.

Clause, Inc. is a technology company that operates a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform designed to transform traditional commercial contracts into dynamic, self-managing entities. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Clause enables businesses to automate contract management by connecting agreements to real-time data from various sources, such as APIs and enterprise systems. This innovation allows for seamless payment processing upon contract execution and significantly reduces the need for manual paperwork in areas like loans, real estate transfers, and insurance policies. By integrating contracts with an organization’s existing technology infrastructure, Clause enhances operational efficiency and speeds up business processes, making contracts more responsive and interconnected within the digital ecosystem.

Small Door, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York, specializes in providing elevated, customer-centric veterinary services with a focus on hospitality. The company aims to enhance the lives of pets and their owners by offering superior care, unmatched transparency, and tech-enabled convenience. Small Door operates 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington DC, having conducted tens of thousands of member consultations.

Kangaroo, established in 2018 with headquarters in New York, specializes in affordable, user-friendly home security systems. The company offers app-enabled, self-contained alarm devices that promptly notify users and authorities of potential intrusions, ensuring home safety and privacy. Kangaroo's commitment extends to robust data security measures, aiming to make homes safer worldwide.

Blockdaemon facilitates blockchain deployment by offering a node management platform that supports over 30 protocols. It empowers businesses and developers to quickly launch and manage blockchain applications, with tools for exchanges, custodians, and financial institutions.

Founded in 2017, Fi specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled smart dog collars and accessories. These products are designed to track a dog's location, monitor activity levels, and set fitness goals for pet owners.

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for industrial operations, monitoring machine health and process efficiency. Its platform integrates with existing systems to detect potential equipment failures, optimize performance, and reduce downtime across various industries.

K Health is a data-driven digital primary care company offering an AI-powered platform for personalized health management. It aggregates user data to build predictive models, enabling individuals to learn about their health by comparing themselves with others who share similar characteristics, and it provides a free symptom tracker. The platform supports remote care, including doctor consultations for well below a copay, and maintains users' medical history to deliver clinical data insights. Founded in 2016 as Kang Health and renamed K Health in 2018, the company is based in New York with an additional office in Israel. Its goal is to connect health data to enable accessible, data-informed primary care.

Founded in 2015, Heyday operates a digital marketplace platform designed to accelerate consumer product brands. Headquartered in San Francisco with a presence in New York, the company specializes in data-driven strategies to drive revenue growth for partnered eCommerce businesses.

Prose specializes in custom hair care products tailored to individual needs. Through an online consultation, it assesses factors such as hair type, lifestyle habits, and personal preferences (vegan, gluten-free, fragrance-free) to create bespoke formulas made-to-order in their NYC lab.

LOLA is a New York-based company that specializes in feminine care products, founded in 2014. The company offers a subscription service that delivers essential items such as organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made from natural ingredients, free of toxins and dyes. By focusing on transparency and authenticity, LOLA aims to empower women with reliable resources and gynecologist-approved products, enhancing their comfort and safety during their menstrual cycles. Through its commitment to reproductive health, LOLA positions itself as a lifelong brand dedicated to addressing the unique needs of women.

Spacious Technologies, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in New York, operates in the technology sector by transforming unused restaurant spaces into shared co-working environments. The company allows users to utilize these venues, which are typically closed during daytime hours, as productive urban workspaces. By partnering with local eateries, Spacious creates a network of accessible locations equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee, and essential amenities that foster productivity and collaboration. This innovative approach not only provides freelancers and remote workers with alternative work settings but also helps restaurant owners maximize their space during off-hours. As of August 2019, Spacious operates as a subsidiary of WeWork Companies Inc.

BLADE is a technology-driven air mobility platform that provides on-demand air transportation services, including helicopters, jets, turboprops, and seaplanes. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, BLADE aims to simplify travel by offering cost-effective alternatives for short-distance flights. The company operates across several major locations, including New York City, Los Angeles, Boston, and Washington DC. BLADE's services cater not only to passengers seeking efficient travel options but also to the medical sector, where it plays a crucial role in transporting human organs for transplant and supporting medical teams. Additionally, BLADE operates dedicated lounges at heliports in Manhattan and provides BLADE MediMobility services, further enhancing its logistics capabilities.

CultureIQ, founded in 2013 and based in New York, offers culture management software designed to help companies measure, understand, and enhance their organizational culture. The platform collects ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys, analyzes responses to track key culture metrics, and provides actionable insights. These tools enable businesses to communicate results effectively, implement culture initiatives, and drive employee engagement and success.

K Health is a data-driven digital primary care company offering an AI-powered platform for personalized health management. It aggregates user data to build predictive models, enabling individuals to learn about their health by comparing themselves with others who share similar characteristics, and it provides a free symptom tracker. The platform supports remote care, including doctor consultations for well below a copay, and maintains users' medical history to deliver clinical data insights. Founded in 2016 as Kang Health and renamed K Health in 2018, the company is based in New York with an additional office in Israel. Its goal is to connect health data to enable accessible, data-informed primary care.

WorkRails, Inc. is a cloud-based platform provider founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lloyd Harbor, New York. The company specializes in enabling software firms to streamline their professional services operations by connecting employees, partners, and freelancers. Its Services CPQ platform allows organizations to create professional services quotes efficiently, addressing the challenges of accuracy and timeliness in selling complex services. By standardizing the sales process, WorkRails facilitates repeatability and scalability, ultimately accelerating revenue growth. The platform also integrates with existing systems to eliminate data entry errors and silos between sales, professional services, and clients, thereby enhancing collaboration and improving overall service delivery.

Shortcut, formerly known as Clubhouse Software, Inc., is a project management platform designed to enhance collaboration among software development teams. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Shortcut offers tools that help engineers plan, build, and deploy software products efficiently. The platform provides features such as task management, progress tracking, and workspace organization, allowing teams to coordinate effectively and maintain visibility across multiple projects. Additionally, Shortcut includes a knowledge base tool that facilitates documentation and collaboration among team members. By balancing simplicity and structure, Shortcut aims to create a user-friendly environment that enables software teams to focus on delivering quality products while minimizing stress.

Prose specializes in custom hair care products tailored to individual needs. Through an online consultation, it assesses factors such as hair type, lifestyle habits, and personal preferences (vegan, gluten-free, fragrance-free) to create bespoke formulas made-to-order in their NYC lab.

Founded in 2017, Fi specializes in manufacturing GPS-enabled smart dog collars and accessories. These products are designed to track a dog's location, monitor activity levels, and set fitness goals for pet owners.

Thrive Global is a technology company founded in 2016 by Arianna Huffington. It offers a behavior change platform designed to improve well-being and performance through data-driven, actionable steps called Microsteps. The company serves individuals and corporations worldwide, aiming to end burnout culture and promote sustainable, science-based solutions for mental and physical health.

Group Nine Media, Inc. is a digital media holding company founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York City. It focuses on creating content across several key areas, including food, drink, entertainment, news, and science. The company operates four primary brands: The Dodo, which specializes in animal-related content; NowThis, a video news publisher tailored for social media; Thrillist, which covers lifestyle topics including food, drink, travel, and entertainment; and Seeker, a platform dedicated to science and exploration. Group Nine Media engages a young audience, particularly millennials, through its video-centric, socially-driven approach, generating nearly 4 billion video views each month and providing services such as data insights, creative strategy development, and branded content.

LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

Founded in 2015, Heyday operates a digital marketplace platform designed to accelerate consumer product brands. Headquartered in San Francisco with a presence in New York, the company specializes in data-driven strategies to drive revenue growth for partnered eCommerce businesses.

Prose specializes in custom hair care products tailored to individual needs. Through an online consultation, it assesses factors such as hair type, lifestyle habits, and personal preferences (vegan, gluten-free, fragrance-free) to create bespoke formulas made-to-order in their NYC lab.

Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York, specializing in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an advanced online freight management platform that utilizes AI-driven algorithms to optimize freight matching and enhance supply chain visibility. Transfix offers real-time shipment tracking, alerts, and insights on carrier performance, ensuring efficient and reliable transportation solutions. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing, focusing on creating a sustainable freight ecosystem while minimizing empty miles and improving operational efficiency. Through its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to revolutionize supply chain performance and support organizations in achieving their logistics goals.

Casper Sleep Inc. is a company that designs and sells a variety of sleep products, including mattresses, pillows, sheets, duvets, and bedroom furniture. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company aims to provide consumers with high-quality sleep solutions while eliminating inflated prices typically associated with traditional retail models. Casper's products are developed in-house by a team of experienced engineers, ensuring comfort and innovation. The company distributes its offerings through an e-commerce platform, a network of retail stores, and various retail partners across the United States, Canada, and Europe. In addition to its core product line, Casper also provides sleep accessories and technology, catering to the diverse needs of customers seeking better sleep.

LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

WayUp is an online job marketplace that connects students and recent graduates with various job and internship opportunities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the platform allows businesses to post job listings targeted specifically at students from colleges across the United States. Users can create personalized profiles to receive tailored job recommendations and access career advice from industry experts. This service not only helps students find part-time, summer, and full-time job opportunities but also enables employers to effectively reach and recruit the millennial workforce. Through its curated approach, WayUp simplifies the job search process for students while enhancing recruitment efforts for businesses.

Drone Racing League Inc., established in New York in 2015, specializes in staging professional drone races for top-tier pilots. The company hosts thrilling tournaments featuring first-person perspective drone racing, where elite pilots navigate custom-built drones through intricate, themed 3D courses. DRL generates revenue by selling tickets to these events and offering media services related to its high-octane competitions.

Bowery Farming Inc. is a modern agricultural company based in New York, specializing in post-organic produce. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on growing a variety of greens, including baby kale, lettuce, arugula, and basil, using innovative indoor farming techniques. By leveraging advanced technology, such as its proprietary BoweryOS software, Bowery Farming creates optimal conditions for plant growth, allowing it to operate without pesticides and using significantly less water compared to traditional farming methods. This technology enables the company to be over 100 times more productive on the same land footprint. Bowery's products are distributed through grocery stores and featured in the menus of renowned restaurants, emphasizing the company's commitment to providing fresh, sustainable produce to consumers.

Hungryroot, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a personalized online grocery service, leveraging artificial intelligence to offer fresh, vegetable-based foods and meal solutions. Founded in 2015, Hungryroot aims to impact daily life through food by delivering groceries and recipes tailored to individual preferences and health goals. The company's offerings include a variety of meals, sides, sweets, snacks, spreads, breakfast items, and noodles, all designed to promote healthier eating habits. In addition to grocery delivery, Hungryroot also assists customers with meal planning and nutritional support, enabling them to save time and money while shopping sustainably and exploring new culinary options.

LOLA is a New York-based company that specializes in feminine care products, founded in 2014. The company offers a subscription service that delivers essential items such as organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made from natural ingredients, free of toxins and dyes. By focusing on transparency and authenticity, LOLA aims to empower women with reliable resources and gynecologist-approved products, enhancing their comfort and safety during their menstrual cycles. Through its commitment to reproductive health, LOLA positions itself as a lifelong brand dedicated to addressing the unique needs of women.

K Health is a data-driven digital primary care company offering an AI-powered platform for personalized health management. It aggregates user data to build predictive models, enabling individuals to learn about their health by comparing themselves with others who share similar characteristics, and it provides a free symptom tracker. The platform supports remote care, including doctor consultations for well below a copay, and maintains users' medical history to deliver clinical data insights. Founded in 2016 as Kang Health and renamed K Health in 2018, the company is based in New York with an additional office in Israel. Its goal is to connect health data to enable accessible, data-informed primary care.

Group Nine Media, Inc. is a digital media holding company founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York City. It focuses on creating content across several key areas, including food, drink, entertainment, news, and science. The company operates four primary brands: The Dodo, which specializes in animal-related content; NowThis, a video news publisher tailored for social media; Thrillist, which covers lifestyle topics including food, drink, travel, and entertainment; and Seeker, a platform dedicated to science and exploration. Group Nine Media engages a young audience, particularly millennials, through its video-centric, socially-driven approach, generating nearly 4 billion video views each month and providing services such as data insights, creative strategy development, and branded content.

WorkRails, Inc. is a cloud-based platform provider founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lloyd Harbor, New York. The company specializes in enabling software firms to streamline their professional services operations by connecting employees, partners, and freelancers. Its Services CPQ platform allows organizations to create professional services quotes efficiently, addressing the challenges of accuracy and timeliness in selling complex services. By standardizing the sales process, WorkRails facilitates repeatability and scalability, ultimately accelerating revenue growth. The platform also integrates with existing systems to eliminate data entry errors and silos between sales, professional services, and clients, thereby enhancing collaboration and improving overall service delivery.

Founded in 2011, Code Climate Inc. specializes in engineering intelligence applications. Its flagship product, Velocity, analyzes GitHub repositories to provide real-time analytics, custom reports, and insights into software engineering teams' performance for managers, engineers, executives, and product leaders.

Shortcut, formerly known as Clubhouse Software, Inc., is a project management platform designed to enhance collaboration among software development teams. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Shortcut offers tools that help engineers plan, build, and deploy software products efficiently. The platform provides features such as task management, progress tracking, and workspace organization, allowing teams to coordinate effectively and maintain visibility across multiple projects. Additionally, Shortcut includes a knowledge base tool that facilitates documentation and collaboration among team members. By balancing simplicity and structure, Shortcut aims to create a user-friendly environment that enables software teams to focus on delivering quality products while minimizing stress.

Thrive Global is a technology company founded in 2016 by Arianna Huffington. It offers a behavior change platform designed to improve well-being and performance through data-driven, actionable steps called Microsteps. The company serves individuals and corporations worldwide, aiming to end burnout culture and promote sustainable, science-based solutions for mental and physical health.

Birchbox, Inc. is a retail company specializing in beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, it provides a diverse range of items, including skincare, makeup, hair care, fragrances, and personal grooming tools for both women and men. Birchbox operates through a subscription model, delivering personalized samples to customers each month while also offering a robust e-commerce platform for purchasing full-sized products. The company partners with various brands, from well-known favorites to emerging niche labels, utilizing a proprietary algorithm to tailor product selections based on individual customer profiles. Birchbox enhances the shopping experience by providing educational content, including tips and tutorials, alongside a loyalty program to encourage customer engagement. In addition to its physical locations in New York and Washington, D.C., Birchbox has expanded its operations internationally, reaching customers in the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Belgium.

Brami Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in producing and retailing plant-based, Mediterranean-inspired snacks, primarily made from lupine beans. Founded in 2014, Brami offers a range of products, including their signature BRAMI beans, which are soy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. The company's snack offerings include corn snacks in various flavors and emphasize the nutritional benefits of lupini beans, which are known for their high protein and fiber content. Brami aims to provide healthy and tasty snack options that satisfy hunger while aligning with customers' dietary needs.

Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York, specializing in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an advanced online freight management platform that utilizes AI-driven algorithms to optimize freight matching and enhance supply chain visibility. Transfix offers real-time shipment tracking, alerts, and insights on carrier performance, ensuring efficient and reliable transportation solutions. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing, focusing on creating a sustainable freight ecosystem while minimizing empty miles and improving operational efficiency. Through its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to revolutionize supply chain performance and support organizations in achieving their logistics goals.

BLADE is a technology-driven air mobility platform that provides on-demand air transportation services, including helicopters, jets, turboprops, and seaplanes. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, BLADE aims to simplify travel by offering cost-effective alternatives for short-distance flights. The company operates across several major locations, including New York City, Los Angeles, Boston, and Washington DC. BLADE's services cater not only to passengers seeking efficient travel options but also to the medical sector, where it plays a crucial role in transporting human organs for transplant and supporting medical teams. Additionally, BLADE operates dedicated lounges at heliports in Manhattan and provides BLADE MediMobility services, further enhancing its logistics capabilities.

Spacious Technologies, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in New York, operates in the technology sector by transforming unused restaurant spaces into shared co-working environments. The company allows users to utilize these venues, which are typically closed during daytime hours, as productive urban workspaces. By partnering with local eateries, Spacious creates a network of accessible locations equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee, and essential amenities that foster productivity and collaboration. This innovative approach not only provides freelancers and remote workers with alternative work settings but also helps restaurant owners maximize their space during off-hours. As of August 2019, Spacious operates as a subsidiary of WeWork Companies Inc.

Poncho Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing personalized weather forecasts through its application, emails, and text messages across the continental United States. Founded in 2014, Poncho has developed a popular chatbot on Facebook Messenger and ranks among the leading weather apps in the App Store. The company not only delivers weather updates but also offers travel reports, enhancing the user experience with engaging content. As of May 2018, Poncho operates as a subsidiary of Dirty Lemon Beverages, LLC, leveraging advanced bot technologies to reach its audience on various messaging and hardware platforms.

x.ai, inc. is a New York-based company that develops an artificial intelligence personal assistant designed to streamline the process of scheduling meetings for business clients. Founded in 2014, x.ai offers a productivity tool that automates various aspects of scheduling, such as identifying suitable meeting times for multiple participants, sending follow-ups and reminders, and handling cancellations and rescheduling requests. This AI-driven solution aims to reduce the time and effort involved in coordinating meetings, thereby enhancing overall productivity for its users.

Founded in 2015, Raden specializes in developing smart luggage solutions. Their signature product is a high-end suitcase equipped with an integrated scale, built-in charger, and location tracking technology. The company offers a companion mobile app that allows users to weigh their suitcase at home, track its location during travel, charge devices on the go, and access relevant trip information.

Hungryroot, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a personalized online grocery service, leveraging artificial intelligence to offer fresh, vegetable-based foods and meal solutions. Founded in 2015, Hungryroot aims to impact daily life through food by delivering groceries and recipes tailored to individual preferences and health goals. The company's offerings include a variety of meals, sides, sweets, snacks, spreads, breakfast items, and noodles, all designed to promote healthier eating habits. In addition to grocery delivery, Hungryroot also assists customers with meal planning and nutritional support, enabling them to save time and money while shopping sustainably and exploring new culinary options.

LOLA is a New York-based company that specializes in feminine care products, founded in 2014. The company offers a subscription service that delivers essential items such as organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made from natural ingredients, free of toxins and dyes. By focusing on transparency and authenticity, LOLA aims to empower women with reliable resources and gynecologist-approved products, enhancing their comfort and safety during their menstrual cycles. Through its commitment to reproductive health, LOLA positions itself as a lifelong brand dedicated to addressing the unique needs of women.

Giphy, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in the search, sharing, and discovery of animated graphics interchange formats (GIFs). Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York City, the company offers a comprehensive database of GIFs across various categories including emotions, food, animals, and pop culture. It enables users to easily browse and share these animated graphics through social media channels. Giphy also supports creative input by allowing users to upload their own GIFs and collaborates with brands to produce original content. The platform aims to evolve beyond its search engine roots into a vibrant community for GIF artists and enthusiasts, focusing on fostering creativity and engagement within the digital visual communication space. As of mid-2020, Giphy operates as a subsidiary of Instagram, which enhances its integration within social media ecosystems.

CultureIQ, founded in 2013 and based in New York, offers culture management software designed to help companies measure, understand, and enhance their organizational culture. The platform collects ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys, analyzes responses to track key culture metrics, and provides actionable insights. These tools enable businesses to communicate results effectively, implement culture initiatives, and drive employee engagement and success.

Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York, specializing in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an advanced online freight management platform that utilizes AI-driven algorithms to optimize freight matching and enhance supply chain visibility. Transfix offers real-time shipment tracking, alerts, and insights on carrier performance, ensuring efficient and reliable transportation solutions. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing, focusing on creating a sustainable freight ecosystem while minimizing empty miles and improving operational efficiency. Through its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to revolutionize supply chain performance and support organizations in achieving their logistics goals.

The Dodo is a digital media company based in New York that focuses on animals, providing a blend of news, entertainment, and advocacy. It aims to be the leading online community for animal lovers, offering engaging stories and videos that highlight animal-related issues and promote animal activism. The Dodo also facilitates connections between its audience and animal welfare initiatives, encouraging care and awareness for various species. Through its content, the company seeks to inspire and inform individuals about the importance of animal welfare and the natural world.

Founded in 2013, GLAMSQUAD is a New York-based company specializing in on-demand beauty services. It offers hair styling and makeup services through trained professionals who visit clients at their homes, offices, or events across major U.S. cities. The company also retails its own line of hair care products.

Augury develops AI-driven solutions for industrial operations, monitoring machine health and process efficiency. Its platform integrates with existing systems to detect potential equipment failures, optimize performance, and reduce downtime across various industries.

Spoon University is an online food publication platform founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, specifically designed to address the needs of college students. The platform serves as a daily food resource, offering a variety of simple recipes, local restaurant reviews, and food-related news tailored for millennials. By providing localized content and lifestyle stories, Spoon University enables college students to discover and share culinary experiences and knowledge, fostering a community centered around food.