Light Street Capital

Light Street Capital Management is an investment management firm based in Menlo Park, California, established in 2010. The firm specializes in investing in both public and private equity markets, with a primary focus on technology and media sectors. Light Street Capital targets a range of areas within the technology landscape, including social media, cloud computing, e-commerce, and sharing economy companies. The firm aims to identify and support innovative technology companies in the United States and globally.

Glen Kacher

Founder and CIO

23 past transactions

Clari

Series F in 2022
Clari Inc. operates a revenue operations platform designed to enhance the efficiency of sales professionals by integrating automation and AI with key business activity data. Founded in 2012 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Clari's platform enables sales teams to streamline deal closing, minimize manual reporting, and gain real-time insights into deal progress. By automatically aligning data from various sources such as CRM, marketing automation, email, and call systems, Clari provides visibility and predictive insights that help organizations make informed decisions and forecast revenue more accurately. Its platform is utilized by numerous B2B companies, including well-known brands, to manage pipelines, audit deals, and reduce customer churn, ultimately transforming revenue operations into a more connected and predictable process.

Ambulnz

Post in 2021
Ambulnz Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Carson, California, offers ambulance services with a focus on improving medical transportation through innovative technology. The company aims to enhance the experience for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and streamline the scheduling process for caregivers, ultimately providing high-quality transportation for patients in need of medical care.

Cellebrite

Post in 2021
Cellebrite is a global company known for its technological breakthroughs in the cellular industry. Cellebrite develops advanced mobile data solutions, enabling the extensive use and management of mobile phone data to provide value for two distinct business divisions: mobile lifecycle and mobile forensics. In the mobile lifecycle division, retailers and operators can offer customers unique in-store phone-to-phone content transfer, backup and restore; in-store and remote diagnostics and repair avoidance; application and content delivery; automated BuyBack and secure device Wipe. In the mobile forensics division, our data extraction, decoding, analysis and reporting solutions support law enforcement, military, intelligence, corporate security, and eDiscovery agencies in the successful performance of their duties.

SmartHR

Series D in 2021
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based human resources software designed to automate social insurance and employment insurance procedures. Founded in 2013, SmartHR has transformed HR activities for Japanese companies by providing a user-friendly online solution that replaces traditional spreadsheets and paperwork. The software streamlines the onboarding and offboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to complete HR tasks such as employment contracts from one month to just 1-2 days. Initially focusing on startups and small businesses, SmartHR has expanded its services to accommodate larger enterprise customers, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings across various industries, including high-tech and retail.

Solv

Series B in 2020
Solv Health, Inc. operates an online platform that enables users to book same-day appointments with healthcare providers, including doctors and urgent care centers. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, Solv focuses on simplifying healthcare access by allowing individuals to schedule video visits and find COVID-19 testing options. The platform empowers patients by providing transparency regarding available services, expected wait times, and associated costs, thereby enhancing the overall healthcare experience.

Chime

Series F in 2020
Chime is a fintech company established in 2013 by Chris Britt and Ryan King, aimed at providing a modern approach to banking that empowers its members to manage their finances effectively. The company offers a suite of services, including a Chime debit card, Spending Account, and Savings Account, all accessible through a user-friendly mobile app available on both iPhone and Android devices. Chime focuses on helping its members avoid bank fees, save money automatically, and enhance their financial well-being. Key features of the platform include fee-free overdrafts, early access to paychecks, and tools designed to improve credit scores, all of which promote greater financial control and flexibility. Chime has gained recognition for its innovative solutions in the personal finance space, positioning itself as a leader in digital banking.

Toast

Series F in 2020
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing a comprehensive point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the foodservice and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast provides cloud-based solutions that include online ordering, delivery tracking, tableside ordering, and labor management, all designed to streamline restaurant operations. The platform serves a diverse range of establishments, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and nightclubs, enabling them to enhance customer experiences and optimize business performance. By offering software subscription services, processing transaction fees, and providing financing through its Toast Capital division, Toast supports over 120,000 restaurant locations across the United States. The company stands out by processing a significant volume of financial transactions on its platform, reinforcing its commitment to delivering a robust and effective technology solution for restaurateurs.

MadeiraMadeira

Series D in 2019
MadeiraMadeira Comércio Eletrônico S/A is an online retailer based in Curitiba, Brazil, specializing in a wide array of household products. Founded in 2008, the company provides an extensive marketplace featuring over 300,000 items, allowing customers to build, furnish, renovate, and decorate their homes conveniently through digital platforms. The product offerings include furniture, floor coverings, lighting, kitchen and home appliances, as well as garden and leisure items. MadeiraMadeira aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for home decoration and improvement, enabling consumers to access a diverse range of products from a single online location.

GitLab

Series E in 2019
GitLab is a web-based open source Git repository manager with wiki and issue tracking features and built-in CI/CD. It is an open-source code collaboration platform that enables developers to create, review, and deploy codebases. The company's open-source, code-collaboration platform offers git repository management, code reviews, issue tracking, wikis, and more, along with continuous integration and deployment tools, enabling users to create, review and deploy codes. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

SmartHR

Series C in 2019
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based human resources software designed to automate social insurance and employment insurance procedures. Founded in 2013, SmartHR has transformed HR activities for Japanese companies by providing a user-friendly online solution that replaces traditional spreadsheets and paperwork. The software streamlines the onboarding and offboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to complete HR tasks such as employment contracts from one month to just 1-2 days. Initially focusing on startups and small businesses, SmartHR has expanded its services to accommodate larger enterprise customers, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings across various industries, including high-tech and retail.

ezCater

Secondary Market in 2019
ezCater, Inc. is an online catering marketplace established in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Denver, Colorado. The company specializes in providing catering solutions for a variety of clients, ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. ezCater connects businesses with local caterers and restaurants, allowing users to efficiently order food for meetings and events. Its platform offers features like ezManage, a catering management tool, and ezOrdering, which enables restaurants to accept online catering orders directly through their own websites. Users can easily search for caterers based on location, food type, budget, and other preferences, streamlining the process of finding and selecting catering services.

BlackBuck

Series D in 2019
BlackBuck is an online fleet management platform that connects shippers with fleet operators in India. By leveraging technology, it aims to enhance the logistics landscape, making it more reliable and efficient. The platform provides features such as price discovery, route optimization, in-transit tracking, and assurance of timely deliveries. This comprehensive approach not only improves operational productivity for clients but also positively impacts the broader transportation ecosystem, which is crucial for numerous livelihoods. BlackBuck is positioned to drive significant advancements in the transportation sector.

ezCater

Series D in 2019
ezCater, Inc. is an online catering marketplace established in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Denver, Colorado. The company specializes in providing catering solutions for a variety of clients, ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. ezCater connects businesses with local caterers and restaurants, allowing users to efficiently order food for meetings and events. Its platform offers features like ezManage, a catering management tool, and ezOrdering, which enables restaurants to accept online catering orders directly through their own websites. Users can easily search for caterers based on location, food type, budget, and other preferences, streamlining the process of finding and selecting catering services.

Toast

Series E in 2019
Toast, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing a comprehensive point-of-sale and restaurant management platform tailored for the foodservice and hospitality industries. Founded in 2011, Toast provides cloud-based solutions that include online ordering, delivery tracking, tableside ordering, and labor management, all designed to streamline restaurant operations. The platform serves a diverse range of establishments, including restaurants, cafés, bars, and nightclubs, enabling them to enhance customer experiences and optimize business performance. By offering software subscription services, processing transaction fees, and providing financing through its Toast Capital division, Toast supports over 120,000 restaurant locations across the United States. The company stands out by processing a significant volume of financial transactions on its platform, reinforcing its commitment to delivering a robust and effective technology solution for restaurateurs.

Slack

Secondary Market in 2019
Slack Technologies, Inc. operates a business communication platform that enhances collaboration among teams by integrating messaging, voice and video calls, file sharing, and workflow automation. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Slack serves a diverse clientele ranging from Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, aiming to streamline communication and improve productivity. The platform is delivered as a software-as-a-service solution, allowing users to connect with the right people and information efficiently. Additionally, Slack has established the Slack Fund, an investment initiative focused on early-stage ventures in the technology sector, further promoting innovation in workplace productivity tools.

Pinterest

Secondary Market in 2019
Pinterest, Inc. operates as a visual discovery engine, enabling users to find inspiration across a range of interests, including recipes, home décor, travel, and creative projects. Launched in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on personalized boards, facilitating the discovery of ideas tailored to individual tastes. Users can follow others and re-post or "pin" items, fostering a community of creativity and sharing. With over 150 million monthly users, Pinterest serves as a popular tool for visual bookmarking and inspiration, employing more than 1,000 people to enhance user experience and engagement.

Lyft

Series I in 2018
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.

Everlane

Series D in 2016
Everlane, Inc. operates as an online fashion retailer based in San Francisco, California, and was founded in 2010. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing clothing and footwear for both men and women. Its product offerings for women include a variety of apparel such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, dresses, and outerwear, along with shoes and accessories like handbags and scarves. For men, Everlane provides similar categories, featuring T-shirts, jackets, pants, and footwear, as well as accessories. In addition to its online platform, the company also has a retail store, allowing customers to shop for its products in person.

Boxed

Series C in 2016
Founded in 2013, Boxed has taken the best elements of the wholesale shopping experience and folded it into one innovative, cutting edge mobile app that allows consumers direct-to-their-door access to all of their favorite warehouse club products, without membership fees. Boxed brings convenience and savings to on-the-go consumers who don’t have the time, means or patience to shop at a brick and mortar big box club. The elegantly designed iPhone and Android app offers bulk-sized goods at pint-sized prices, and is completely free to download and use. Boxed does all the heavy lifting, delivering a rich array of wholesale items directly to doorsteps across the continental United States in two days or less. The brand’s innovative discovery-based design recreates the fun of the treasure hunt experience with a curated selection of everyday essentials that consumers love including household staples, health and beauty supplies, office pantry and grocery items, and a wide variety of organic and green products.

Harry's

Series C in 2015
Harry's, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products and personal care items for men. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the company designs and produces its own line of razors, replacement blades, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care products. Harry's operates an online platform that allows customers to purchase products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, facilitating convenient access to grooming essentials. By focusing on quality and affordability, Harry's aims to meet the needs of modern consumers seeking effective personal care solutions.

Uber

Series E in 2015
Uber Technologies, Inc. is a technology company that operates a mobile application connecting consumers with independent drivers for ridesharing services, as well as facilitating food delivery through its Eats segment. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber has expanded its operations to over 600 cities worldwide, serving customers across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company has diversified its offerings into five segments: Rides, Eats, Freight, Other Bets, and Advanced Technologies Group. The Rides segment enables users to request rides from a variety of vehicle types, while the Eats segment allows for restaurant discovery and food delivery. The Freight segment connects carriers with shippers for logistics services. Uber is also focused on developing autonomous vehicle technology through its Advanced Technologies Group. By leveraging its platform, Uber aims to enhance urban mobility and deliver innovative transportation solutions globally.
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