Lightspeed Venture Partners

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that backs startups across enterprise software, consumer technologies, fintech, healthtech, and cleantech from seed through growth stages. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, it maintains offices in Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, and Herzliya to engage markets in the United States, Asia, and Israel. The firm focuses on technology-enabled businesses and has supported companies across software, mobile, data, e-commerce, and services, spanning early-stage to expansion rounds. It offers strategic guidance, network access, and capital, and has historically included debt financing as part of its investment approach. With a multi-region footprint and a broad multi-stage mandate, Lightspeed seeks to partner with entrepreneurs to scale innovative companies globally.

Shaurya Aggarwal

Partner

Vaibhav Agrawal

Venture Partner

Moritz Baier-Lentz

Partner

Mercedes Bent

Partner

Luke Beseda

Partner

Akshay Bhushan

Partner

Taggart Bonham

Partner

Ashley Brasier

Partner

Cai Wei

Partner

Guru Chahal

Partner

Yoni Cheifetz

Partner

Yoni Cheifetz

Partner

Amish Desai

Partner

Sebastian Duesterhoeft

Partner

Barry Eggers

Partner

Sam Eisler

Partner

Sam Eisler

Partner

James Ephrati

Partner

Faraz Fatemi

Partner

Jack Fowler

Partner

Aaron Frank

Venture Partner

Adam Goldberg

Venture Partner

Merci Grace

Partner

Globin Guo

Executive Director

Gaurav Gupta

Partner

David Gussarsky

Partner

Herry Han

Co-Founder and Partner

Lisa Han

Partner

Rob Horton JD

COO

Hu Peipei

Investment Manager

Galym Imanbayev MD

Partner

Galym Imanbayev

Partner

Nnamdi Iregbulem

Partner

Arif Janmohamed

Partner

Julie Kainz

Partner

Francis Kao

Partner

Ansaf Kareem

Partner

Alex Kayyal

Partner

Dev Khare

Partner

Issac Kim

Partner

Will Kohler

Partner

Harsha Kumar

Associate Partner

Pachara Lawjindakul

Partner

Pachara Lawjindakul

Partner

Will Leas

Partner

Jeremy Liew

Partner

Connor Love

Partner

John Luongo

Venture Partner

Natalie Luu

Partner

Jonathan MacQuitty

Partner

Naveed Matinfar

Partner

Ravi Mhatre

Managing Director

James Mi

Partner

Hemant Mohapatra

Partner

Andrew Moley

Operating Partner and CFO

Tal Morgenstern

Partner

Antoine Moyroud

Partner

Paul Murphy

Partner

Justin Overdorff

Partner

Zac Pan

Associate Partner

Apoorva Pandhi

Associate

Krish Parikh

Partner of Business Services

Nicole Quinn

General Partner

Adrian Nicholas Radu

Partner

Chris Schaepe

Co-Founder

Alexander Schmitt

Partner

Semil Shah

Venture Partner

Shan Shan

Partner

Justin Shen

Partner

Justin Shen

Partner

Shuvi Shrivastava

Partner

Ishaan Preet Singh

Investor

Bipul Sinha

Venture Partner

Bejul Somaia

Partner

Ajay Sudan

Venture Partner

Sun Daniel

Partner

Sydney Sykes

Partner

Alex Taussig

Partner

John Thompson

Venture Partner

John Thompson

Venture Partner

Anoushka Vaswani

Partner

Jason Wang

Partner

Nathan Wang

Vice President

Nathan Wu

Partner

Mark Xu

Partner

Mark Xu

Partner

Cici Yang

Vice President

Jerry Ye

Partner, Data Platform

Haowei Zhai

Vice President

Ju Zhang

Executive Director

Issac Zhang

Vice President

Gavin Zhu

Partner

Past deals in Retail

Slikk

Seed Round in 2025
Slikk is a fashion and beauty marketplace that connects consumers with a curated selection of styles from homegrown brands and designers. The company regularly updates its offerings, ensuring that customers can stay aligned with the latest trends in the fast-evolving fashion market. Slikk's platform features options such as try-and-buy and quick delivery in select locations, enhancing the shopping experience by allowing users to access trendy fashion conveniently. With new styles arriving weekly, Slikk aims to deliver current fashion directly to its clients' doorsteps.

Udaan

Series G in 2025
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Keychain

Series A in 2024
Keychain is a CPG production platform that collaborates with retailers and brands to streamline and simplify the process of developing items that consumers adore.

Wheelocity

Series A in 2024
Wheelocity is an Indian supply chain network that aims to reduce malnutrition by minimizing food waste through technology-enabled fresh-commerce networks. It operates an integrated ecosystem of collection centers, distribution centers, dark stores, and first- and mid-mile logistics to move fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, poultry, and meat efficiently. By leveraging AI and IoT, Wheelocity enhances transparency, efficiency, and inventory control across its nationwide network, delivering faster, more reliable access from farm to plate. Founded in 2021, the company seeks to reshape India’s fresh produce market with an innovative, tech-powered approach to supply chains, ultimately lowering costs, preserving quality, and reducing waste.

Zepto

Series G in 2024
Zepto is an e-grocery company specializing in delivering daily essentials and grocery items. It offers a wide range of products including fruits, vegetables, snacks, and electronics, serving various retail, food and beverage, and logistics industries.

Zepto

Series F in 2024
Zepto is an e-grocery company specializing in delivering daily essentials and grocery items. It offers a wide range of products including fruits, vegetables, snacks, and electronics, serving various retail, food and beverage, and logistics industries.

Big Sur AI

Seed Round in 2024
Big Sur AI is a technology company specializing in AI-driven e-commerce solutions. It provides software development services, offering a platform that enhances online sales by optimizing conversion funnels, streamlining customer service, and providing actionable insights through AI, thereby helping retailers boost sales and improve marketing efficiency.

Udaan

Series E in 2023
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Keychain

Seed Round in 2023
Keychain is a CPG production platform that collaborates with retailers and brands to streamline and simplify the process of developing items that consumers adore.

Yaysay

Seed Round in 2023
Yaysay is a pioneering e-commerce platform that leverages AI and gamification to enhance the off-price shopping experience. It combines elements from social media, video games, and online ticketing platforms to deliver personalized, trendy fashion options to users, making shopping more engaging and enjoyable.

Dpanda

Seed Round in 2023
Dpanda develops an e-commerce platform that enables direct-to-consumer brands to create their own e-commerce sites. The platform turns digital surfaces into micro-e-commerce experiences, making interactions personalized, spontaneous, and effortless while enabling conversion-focused monetization. By integrating marketing and sales tools, it helps clients optimize conversions and revenue generation across digital touchpoints.

Markato

Seed Round in 2023
Markato operates an online wholesale platform, connecting businesses and retailers in Asia with premium, independent brands from the United States, Europe, and Australia. The company's marketplace streamlines cross-border wholesale operations, offering users personalized product recommendations, lower shipping costs, and a centralized management system.

Zyod

Seed Round in 2023
Zyod is a global B2B marketplace for fashion brands seeking end-to-end apparel sourcing and manufacturing solutions. It offers fast turnaround times and low minimum order quantities (MOQs), enabling brands to efficiently produce international-grade products.

Dpanda

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Dpanda develops an e-commerce platform that enables direct-to-consumer brands to create their own e-commerce sites. The platform turns digital surfaces into micro-e-commerce experiences, making interactions personalized, spontaneous, and effortless while enabling conversion-focused monetization. By integrating marketing and sales tools, it helps clients optimize conversions and revenue generation across digital touchpoints.

Trendsi

Series A in 2022
Trendsi is an online fashion business-to-business marketplace that simplifies the process for sellers to establish and expand their ventures by offering wholesale inventory. The company leverages advanced technology and a robust supply chain to enable individuals to launch and grow their businesses with minimal risk. Trendsi eliminates the need for upfront inventory or subscription costs, providing a comprehensive platform for accessing quality merchandise at competitive prices. Through its innovative approach, Trendsi supports budding entrepreneurs in the fashion industry, making it accessible for them to navigate the complexities of e-commerce efficiently.

Cosmart

Seed Round in 2022
Cosmart is a Jakarta-based e‑commerce platform that operates on a membership model, offering a wide range of household products in bulk quantities at lower prices. The company leverages technology and data to streamline operations and deliver high‑quality products, aiming to save customers time, money, and mental burden in recurring purchases.

Unstoppable Finance

Series A in 2022
Unstoppable Finance is developing a next-generation cryptocurrency wallet aimed at making decentralized finance (DeFi) accessible to retail investors worldwide.

Wheelocity

Series A in 2022
Wheelocity is an Indian supply chain network that aims to reduce malnutrition by minimizing food waste through technology-enabled fresh-commerce networks. It operates an integrated ecosystem of collection centers, distribution centers, dark stores, and first- and mid-mile logistics to move fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, poultry, and meat efficiently. By leveraging AI and IoT, Wheelocity enhances transparency, efficiency, and inventory control across its nationwide network, delivering faster, more reliable access from farm to plate. Founded in 2021, the company seeks to reshape India’s fresh produce market with an innovative, tech-powered approach to supply chains, ultimately lowering costs, preserving quality, and reducing waste.

ASTRO

Series B in 2022
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

Pacto

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Pacto is a B2B enterprise software and payments company serving small merchants in Latin America. It develops tools and technology that enable banks and financial institutions to help merchants move beyond cash payments and grow their digital businesses. Headquartered in Mexico City, the company offers a point-of-sale and payments platform that supports restaurant operations and other retail use cases, featuring all-in-one payment integration, a mobile POS, order-and-pay capabilities from a cell phone, and automatic payment reconciliation. The platform aims to optimize daily operations and accelerate merchant growth by streamlining payments and reconciliation.

Muni Tienda

Series A in 2022
Muni Tienda is the first community group buying platform in Latin America, the system aims to provide convenience and savings to the region's middle class households.

Gemist

Seed Round in 2022
Gemist is a Los Angeles-based jewelry company established in 2018. It specializes in designing and manufacturing customizable rings and other accessories, with a focus on millennial consumers. Gemist's unique business model allows customers to design their pieces online, receive free replicas for trial at home before purchasing.

ASTRO

Series A in 2022
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

Zapp

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2020, Zapp offers on-demand delivery services for essential items such as groceries, drinks, and snacks. Operating 24/7, it aims to provide convenience by delivering products directly to customers' doors within minutes. The company is headquartered in Kent, UK.

GlobalBees

Series B in 2021
GlobalBees is a company that identifies and scales exceptional consumer products. It operates a data-driven retail platform, acquiring and partnering with direct-to-consumer (D2C) and e-commerce brands across diverse segments. The company offers brand-building expertise, operational support, and growth strategies to enhance digital footprint, drive operations expansion, and foster sustainable growth for businesses.

Faire

Series G in 2021
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

Daily Harvest

Series D in 2021
Daily Harvest is a consumer food company that operates a subscription-based platform delivering healthy frozen foods. Its offerings include smoothies, soups, bowls, lattes, breakfasts, and bites developed by nutritionists. Products are sold online. The company emphasizes direct-to-farmer relationships and a technology-driven supply chain to speed product delivery and personalize options for subscribers. Daily Harvest was founded in 2014 and is based in New York. Through its data-driven approach, it aims to provide convenient, preportioned meals without cooking.

Magicpin

Series D in 2021
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

ASTRO

Seed Round in 2021
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

All Day Kitchens

Series C in 2021
All Day Kitchens specializes in constructing delivery-focused kitchens, leveraging technology to maximize coverage with minimal initial investment.

Magicpin

Venture Round in 2021
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

GlobalBees

Series A in 2021
GlobalBees is a company that identifies and scales exceptional consumer products. It operates a data-driven retail platform, acquiring and partnering with direct-to-consumer (D2C) and e-commerce brands across diverse segments. The company offers brand-building expertise, operational support, and growth strategies to enhance digital footprint, drive operations expansion, and foster sustainable growth for businesses.

Sugar

Seed Round in 2021
Jetpack, Inc. is a company that specializes in the online retail and delivery of both food and non-food products, focusing on nighttime service. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Stanford, California, the company primarily serves college students by providing essential consumer products on-demand. Jetpack aims to streamline convenience for its customers by ensuring that necessary items are readily available in real-time, thereby enhancing the overall shopping experience.

Faire

Series F in 2021
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

You Go Natural

Seed Round in 2021
You Go Natural is a Dallas, Texas-based retailer of natural hair accessories, specializing in pre-tied natural hair wraps in a variety of prints and styles. Founded in 2020, the company focuses on convenient, fashion-forward solutions for protective styling and everyday wear.

Zapp

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2020, Zapp offers on-demand delivery services for essential items such as groceries, drinks, and snacks. Operating 24/7, it aims to provide convenience by delivering products directly to customers' doors within minutes. The company is headquartered in Kent, UK.

Udaan

Series D in 2021
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Faire

Series E in 2020
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

Art of Sport

Series A in 2020
Art of Sport is a direct-to-consumer personal care brand that develops body and skin care products designed to power athletic performance. Its lineup includes deodorant, body wash, soap, sunscreen and pain-relief products created with input from top athletes and skincare scientists. The company sells its products in the United States through its own website. Art of Sport was founded in 2018 by Matthias Metternich, Brian Lee and Kobe Bryant, with partnerships and input from other elite athletes across sports to guide product development.

Affirm

Series G in 2020
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

SoupMaster

Series A in 2020
SoupMaster is a Chinese restaurant chain and retail brand. It provides various nutritious soups for pregnant women, patients with a demand for health recuperation, and other people pursuing high-quality life.

Magicpin

Series D in 2020
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

Magicpin

Series C in 2020
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

Weee!

Series B in 2020
Founded in 2015, Weee! is a California-based online grocery retailer specializing in Asian and Hispanic food products. It offers a curated selection of fruits, seafood, snacks, and daily essentials sourced from local farms and trusted brands, serving customers in major U.S. cities.

Bond - The Post Purchase Company

Series A in 2020
Bond - "The post-purchase company", enables digital native brands to provide their online customers with an outstanding post-purchase experience that impacts sales, retention, and satisfaction. We've deployed a technology-driven network of neighborhood-level distribution centers that are managed by local teams. This enables us to store goods closer to customers, getting to them faster for deliveries or returns and when it's most convenient.

Zaihui

Series C in 2019
Zaihui is a Chinese company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing a SaaS-based data-driven marketing automation solution tailored for local businesses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes member management, customer relationship management, and customized marketing strategies supported by big data. Zaihui's services enable local merchants, particularly in the restaurant sector, to enhance operational efficiency through features such as QR code ordering, online payment, and loyalty programs. The platform facilitates intelligent precision marketing, brand packaging, and various promotional activities, empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to establish their unique branding and improve customer engagement.

Faire

Series D in 2019
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

Perromart

Seed Round in 2019
PerroMart is a Singapore-based retailer specializing in pet products, established in 2015. The company operates primarily as an online pet supply store, offering a wide range of products for cats and dogs, including food, treats, toys, healthcare items, and hygiene solutions. In addition to retailing pet essentials, PerroMart provides a platform that facilitates access to various pet services such as dog training, grooming, boarding, and adoption. This comprehensive approach enables pet owners to meet their pets' needs while enhancing their overall well-being. The company focuses on delivering products directly to customers' doorsteps, ensuring convenience and accessibility for pet owners.

Udaan

Series D in 2019
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Magic Spoon

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, Magic Spoon produces and sells low-carbohydrate, gluten-free cereals designed for adults. Its products are keto-friendly, non-GMO, and free from artificial sweeteners, with flavors like fruity, cinnamon, cocoa, and frosted. Sold online, the company aims to provide healthier breakfast options.

Leigh & Siena

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Leigh & Siena is a retail formal wear brand specializing in customizable wedding dresses. The company aims to simplify the wedding shopping experience for brides by offering an at-home experiential styling kit. This innovative approach allows customers to receive personalized dress options tailored to their measurements and individual preferences, accommodating a diverse range of body shapes. By delivering these options directly to customers' homes, Leigh & Siena seeks to enhance convenience and accessibility in the formal wear market.

Brandable

Series B in 2019
Brandable, Inc. is a consumer products company based in Beverly Hills, California, specializing in brand building services and the creation of modern, consumer-focused brands across the toys, wellness, and food and drink sectors. Founded in 2017, Brandable has established itself as a vertically integrated manufacturing group and a key supplier for major North American retailers, including Walmart and Target. The company is recognized for its innovative approach to launching consumer products, employing influencer acquisition and omni-channel demand creation strategies to enhance brand visibility and sales. In addition to its broader offerings, Brandable also produces feminine hygiene products, including washes and wipes that prioritize pH-friendly formulas for vaginal health.

Part & Parcel

Seed Round in 2019
Part & Parcel is a community commerce platform that offers apparel and footwear for plus‑size women. Founded by Lauren Haber Jonas, the company was created to provide a shopping experience that feels welcoming and inclusive, addressing the lack of options and representation for plus‑size consumers. It aims to turn shopping into a source of joy and community, while offering a flexible business model that can help plus‑size women achieve prosperity.

Dote Shopping

Series B in 2019
Dote is a social shopping app. A place GenZ can connect, get inspired by and shop with their favorite social stars.Dote is a GenZ-focused social shopping app that allows anyone to become a fashion influencer. Post looks to earn coins, collaborate with top fashion and beauty influencers to produce content, and shop fromretail brands including Forever, Urban Outfitters, MAC cosmetics, and more. Lightspeed Venture Partners and Goodwater Ventures have invested in Dote in a Series B round.

Affirm

Series F in 2019
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

RedCarpetUp.com

Venture Round in 2019
RedCarpet lends to customers in India to finance their online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. RedCarpetUp lends to customers in India that banks cannot see. In India, credit and finance companies are able to service less than 10% of the customer base because there is no data, no widespread credit bureaus to profile and score customers. RedCarpet has access to much more data, including data on your mobile phone. They use this data to service customers who never had any access to credit before. Today their customer segment is young, future-prime students in colleges who use RedCarpetUp to find credit to fund online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. Tomorrow they hope to unlock credit to all of India.

Neuu Store

Seed Round in 2019
Neuu Store, based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing cloud-based vending machine management systems designed to facilitate cashless transactions through various payment methods, including credit/debit cards and e-wallets. The company aims to enhance the micro-retail landscape by creating a network of smart vending machines that cater to the growing demand for instant commerce. By offering a seamless and personalized offline shopping experience, Neuu Store enables operators to increase their sales through advanced machine analytics and promotional software. This innovative approach positions Neuu Store as a key player in transforming traditional vending into a more efficient and user-friendly retail solution.

Faire

Series C in 2018
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

Faire

Series B in 2018
Faire is a two-sided marketplace connecting local retail stores with unique wholesale merchandise from brands and makers. It offers retailers tools for data insights, financial terms, and logistics support to compete with larger competitors. Faire's platform simplifies wholesale buying and selling processes, offering net 60 payment terms and free returns.

Magicpin

Series C in 2018
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

Udaan

Series C in 2018
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Obsess

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Obsess, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on developing an augmented and virtual reality software platform aimed at transforming the online shopping experience. The company enables brands and retailers to create immersive 360-degree shopping environments that enhance customer engagement across various channels, including e-commerce sites, social media, in-store settings, and events. By leveraging AI-powered interactive 3D solutions, Obsess allows businesses to build visually captivating and customizable shopping experiences that capture attention and foster relationships with consumers. Recognized as a market leader, Obsess has successfully launched over 200 immersive stores in collaboration with prominent brands across sectors such as retail, beauty, luxury, and consumer packaged goods, providing valuable insights into shopper behavior and preferences. Through its innovative approach, Obsess aims to appeal to a younger, tech-savvy audience, redefining digital shopping into an engaging, memorable experience.

Xingbianli

Corporate Round in 2018
Xingbianli is a company that specializes in operating checkout-free convenience stores, with a particular focus on placing snack bars in offices. These snack bars offer a variety of items such as drinks, biscuits, and instant noodles, catering primarily to office workers. The company emphasizes convenience and speed, allowing customers to pay via mobile payment options like WeChat Pay and Alipay. Xingbianli's business model revolves around providing self-service solutions that enable quick and easy access to snacks and beverages in workplace settings.

Brandable

Series A in 2018
Brandable, Inc. is a consumer products company based in Beverly Hills, California, specializing in brand building services and the creation of modern, consumer-focused brands across the toys, wellness, and food and drink sectors. Founded in 2017, Brandable has established itself as a vertically integrated manufacturing group and a key supplier for major North American retailers, including Walmart and Target. The company is recognized for its innovative approach to launching consumer products, employing influencer acquisition and omni-channel demand creation strategies to enhance brand visibility and sales. In addition to its broader offerings, Brandable also produces feminine hygiene products, including washes and wipes that prioritize pH-friendly formulas for vaginal health.

Goop

Series C in 2018
Goop Inc. is a lifestyle brand that operates an online platform focused on wellness, curated shopping, and lifestyle content. Founded in 2008 by Gwyneth Paltrow, Goop originated as a weekly newsletter but has since evolved into a comprehensive lifestyle site. It offers a carefully curated selection of products, including apparel, beauty items, wellness products, and home goods. The platform also provides valuable content, featuring expert advice on health, fitness, and mental well-being, along with travel recommendations, cooking recipes, and design ideas. Goop aims to serve as a trusted resource for readers, presenting insights and suggestions in a personalized manner rather than through anonymous sources. The brand emphasizes clean beauty and wellness, exemplified by its exclusive skincare line, Goop by Juice Beauty, which aligns with its commitment to quality and holistic living. Based in New York, Goop continues to expand its offerings while maintaining a focus on authenticity and expert-driven content.

SoupMaster

Series A in 2018
SoupMaster is a Chinese restaurant chain and retail brand. It provides various nutritious soups for pregnant women, patients with a demand for health recuperation, and other people pursuing high-quality life.

Udaan

Series B in 2018
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Daily Harvest

Series B in 2017
Daily Harvest is a consumer food company that operates a subscription-based platform delivering healthy frozen foods. Its offerings include smoothies, soups, bowls, lattes, breakfasts, and bites developed by nutritionists. Products are sold online. The company emphasizes direct-to-farmer relationships and a technology-driven supply chain to speed product delivery and personalize options for subscribers. Daily Harvest was founded in 2014 and is based in New York. Through its data-driven approach, it aims to provide convenient, preportioned meals without cooking.

Affirm

Series E in 2017
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

SoupMaster

Series A in 2017
SoupMaster is a Chinese restaurant chain and retail brand. It provides various nutritious soups for pregnant women, patients with a demand for health recuperation, and other people pursuing high-quality life.

Xingbianli

Series A in 2017
Xingbianli is a company that specializes in operating checkout-free convenience stores, with a particular focus on placing snack bars in offices. These snack bars offer a variety of items such as drinks, biscuits, and instant noodles, catering primarily to office workers. The company emphasizes convenience and speed, allowing customers to pay via mobile payment options like WeChat Pay and Alipay. Xingbianli's business model revolves around providing self-service solutions that enable quick and easy access to snacks and beverages in workplace settings.

Xingbianli

Angel Round in 2017
Xingbianli is a company that specializes in operating checkout-free convenience stores, with a particular focus on placing snack bars in offices. These snack bars offer a variety of items such as drinks, biscuits, and instant noodles, catering primarily to office workers. The company emphasizes convenience and speed, allowing customers to pay via mobile payment options like WeChat Pay and Alipay. Xingbianli's business model revolves around providing self-service solutions that enable quick and easy access to snacks and beverages in workplace settings.

Zaihui

Series B in 2017
Zaihui is a Chinese company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing a SaaS-based data-driven marketing automation solution tailored for local businesses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes member management, customer relationship management, and customized marketing strategies supported by big data. Zaihui's services enable local merchants, particularly in the restaurant sector, to enhance operational efficiency through features such as QR code ordering, online payment, and loyalty programs. The platform facilitates intelligent precision marketing, brand packaging, and various promotional activities, empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to establish their unique branding and improve customer engagement.

Rothy's

Series A in 2017
Rothy's, Inc. is a footwear company that specializes in manufacturing and distributing stylish and sustainable shoes for women and children, crafted from recycled plastic bottles and other recyclable materials. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Rothy's offers a range of products including flats, loafers, sneakers, insoles, and shoe care kits. The company utilizes a proprietary 3D knitting process in its production, significantly reducing material waste and enhancing comfort and mobility. Committed to environmental sustainability, Rothy's has repurposed over 60 million water bottles since its inception and has expanded its product line to include bags made from recycled marine plastics. With a focus on innovation and responsible production, Rothy's operates its own production workshop and maintains a retail presence in San Francisco. The company has garnered a substantial customer base, approaching two million individuals worldwide.

Dote Shopping

Series A in 2017
Dote is a social shopping app. A place GenZ can connect, get inspired by and shop with their favorite social stars.Dote is a GenZ-focused social shopping app that allows anyone to become a fashion influencer. Post looks to earn coins, collaborate with top fashion and beauty influencers to produce content, and shop fromretail brands including Forever, Urban Outfitters, MAC cosmetics, and more. Lightspeed Venture Partners and Goodwater Ventures have invested in Dote in a Series B round.

Magicpin

Series B in 2017
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

Hanshow Technology

Series B in 2017
Hanshow Technology specializes in connected commerce solutions, utilizing its electronic gondola label (EEG) technology. With a dedicated R&D team of over 140 employees, they have installed comprehensive EEG systems worldwide, covering the entire supply chain.

RedCarpetUp.com

Seed Round in 2017
RedCarpet lends to customers in India to finance their online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. RedCarpetUp lends to customers in India that banks cannot see. In India, credit and finance companies are able to service less than 10% of the customer base because there is no data, no widespread credit bureaus to profile and score customers. RedCarpet has access to much more data, including data on your mobile phone. They use this data to service customers who never had any access to credit before. Today their customer segment is young, future-prime students in colleges who use RedCarpetUp to find credit to fund online purchases - ecommerce, travel, etc. Tomorrow they hope to unlock credit to all of India.

Udaan

Series A in 2016
Udaan is a B2B e-commerce platform based in India that connects businesses with suppliers across various sectors, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and staples. It aims to address core trade challenges faced by small, medium, and large enterprises by providing a centralized platform for buying and selling goods. Udaan facilitates direct connections between clients, allowing them to negotiate better deals while ensuring secure payment processes and efficient logistics. The platform also supports small businesses by offering financial products tailored to their needs, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities and market reach.

Hollar

Series B in 2016
Hollar is an online dollar store founded in 2015 and based in California, United States. The company operates an e-commerce platform that provides a diverse selection of consumer products, including toys, apparel, electronics, beauty items, household essentials, party supplies, and stationery. Hollar specializes in offering unique curated gift and party collections, allowing customers to purchase a variety of affordable products conveniently online. The company's focus on delivering inexpensive options makes it an appealing choice for budget-conscious shoppers seeking a range of everyday items.

PDD Holdings

Series B in 2016
Pinduoduo operates an e-commerce platform in China, allowing users to engage in group buying deals primarily through Tencent's WeChat app. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Shanghai, Pinduoduo offers a diverse range of products including apparel, electronics, household goods, and food items. The platform aims to facilitate access to the digital economy for local communities and small businesses, enhancing productivity and creating new opportunities. Pinduoduo has developed a robust network of sourcing, logistics, and fulfillment capabilities to support its operations and improve customer experience.

Pinduoduo

Series B in 2016
Pinduoduo offers an interactive and fun virtual bazaar experience to its users. It develops an e-waybill system to make shipping information more transparent and updated to users and to realize greater logistics quality and efficiency for our third-party logistics providers. It also constantly provides merchants with consumer insights and preferences to help them tailor-make products for their targeted customers and facilitate communication between merchants and users.

Zaihui

Series A in 2016
Zaihui is a Chinese company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing a SaaS-based data-driven marketing automation solution tailored for local businesses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes member management, customer relationship management, and customized marketing strategies supported by big data. Zaihui's services enable local merchants, particularly in the restaurant sector, to enhance operational efficiency through features such as QR code ordering, online payment, and loyalty programs. The platform facilitates intelligent precision marketing, brand packaging, and various promotional activities, empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to establish their unique branding and improve customer engagement.

Fashionara

Venture Round in 2016
Fashionara offers a range of premium merchandise in fashion and lifestyle.

Affirm

Series D in 2016
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Magicpin

Series A in 2016
Magicpin is a software platform designed to enhance local shopping and offline marketing in India. It serves as a marketplace where users can discover merchants and events in their locality while offering merchants a way to showcase their unique offerings. By utilizing real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates, Magicpin helps merchants increase their visibility and revenue. Users benefit from the platform by earning rewards such as points and cashback through sharing their purchase experiences, fostering engagement and encouraging exploration of new shopping avenues. Overall, Magicpin facilitates meaningful connections between users and local businesses, creating a vibrant community for both parties.

Craftsvilla

Series C in 2015
Craftsvilla is an online marketplace focused on Indian handmade and ethnic products. It offers a wide range of items including sarees, bridal wear, salwar suits, jewelry, bags and accessories, footwear, home décor, bath and beauty products, food and health items, gifts, and products for kids and spirituality. The platform connects designers and artisans with customers, emphasizing authentic materials, natural dyes, and quality checks to ensure product standards. Based in Mumbai, India, Craftsvilla serves as a curated destination for customers seeking traditional and contemporary Indian fashion and lifestyle goods across clothing, jewelry, home décor, and personal care through a single e-commerce experience.

Townrush

Seed Round in 2015
Townrush is an on-demand delivery platform that facilitates the rapid delivery of local goods within urban areas. By connecting merchants and customers with local logistics service providers, Townrush ensures that products can be picked up and delivered within hours. The company is focused on re-engineering the intra-city supply chain through the integration of advanced routing and assignment algorithms, supported by a robust payment infrastructure. Its team consists of skilled engineers and designers with backgrounds from leading companies and prestigious educational institutions, emphasizing a commitment to innovation and efficiency in urban logistics.

Hollar

Seed Round in 2015
Hollar is an online dollar store founded in 2015 and based in California, United States. The company operates an e-commerce platform that provides a diverse selection of consumer products, including toys, apparel, electronics, beauty items, household essentials, party supplies, and stationery. Hollar specializes in offering unique curated gift and party collections, allowing customers to purchase a variety of affordable products conveniently online. The company's focus on delivering inexpensive options makes it an appealing choice for budget-conscious shoppers seeking a range of everyday items.

Zaihui

Seed Round in 2015
Zaihui is a Chinese company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing a SaaS-based data-driven marketing automation solution tailored for local businesses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes member management, customer relationship management, and customized marketing strategies supported by big data. Zaihui's services enable local merchants, particularly in the restaurant sector, to enhance operational efficiency through features such as QR code ordering, online payment, and loyalty programs. The platform facilitates intelligent precision marketing, brand packaging, and various promotional activities, empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to establish their unique branding and improve customer engagement.

Affirm

Series B in 2015
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Craftsvilla

Series B in 2015
Craftsvilla is an online marketplace focused on Indian handmade and ethnic products. It offers a wide range of items including sarees, bridal wear, salwar suits, jewelry, bags and accessories, footwear, home décor, bath and beauty products, food and health items, gifts, and products for kids and spirituality. The platform connects designers and artisans with customers, emphasizing authentic materials, natural dyes, and quality checks to ensure product standards. Based in Mumbai, India, Craftsvilla serves as a curated destination for customers seeking traditional and contemporary Indian fashion and lifestyle goods across clothing, jewelry, home décor, and personal care through a single e-commerce experience.

Limeroad

Series C in 2015
Limeroad is a technology-driven online marketplace specializing in fashion and lifestyle products. Founded with a passion for unique finds, the company offers a curated selection of clothing, accessories, footwear, watches, and home furnishings for both men and women. Limeroad's platform facilitates convenient shopping with free shipping options, allowing customers to receive their purchases at their convenience.

The Honest Company

Series C in 2014
The Honest Company, Inc. is a consumer products firm based in Santa Monica, California, established in 2011. It specializes in designing and manufacturing a diverse range of eco-friendly and affordable products aimed at families and homes. The company's offerings include bundles for babies, bath and body care, cleaning supplies, and health and wellness products. Prominent items in their portfolio consist of eco-friendly diapers and wipes, skincare products, household cleaners, and organic nutritional supplements. The Honest Company operates through both retail and digital channels, ensuring broad accessibility for consumers. Its revenue is primarily driven by the sale of diapers and wipes, emphasizing the brand's commitment to convenience and sustainability.

Bonobos

Series D in 2014
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in offering a wide range of apparel, including pants, shorts, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and various accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially launched online with a focus on better-fitting men's pants and has since become the largest online apparel brand in the United States. The company emphasizes an excellent customer experience, providing personalized service through its Guideshops, which allow customers to try on clothing before purchasing. Bonobos has expanded its reach by partnering with retailers such as Nordstrom to offer its products in select stores and online. The brand is committed to delivering a well-targeted promise of superior fit and innovative shopping experiences, and it has received recognition for its quality and workplace culture. Headquartered in New York, Bonobos also has a physical presence in Seattle.

Stitch Fix

Series C in 2014
Stitch Fix, Inc. is a personal styling platform that offers a curated selection of apparel, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes a combination of data science and human expertise to provide personalized styling services. Clients receive a customized shipment called A FIX, where stylists hand-select items based on an analysis of client preferences and merchandise data. Stitch Fix's product offerings include various categories such as denim, dresses, blouses, skirts, and footwear, catering to diverse needs including women's, petite, maternity, men's, and plus sizes. The company aims to deliver a tailored shopping experience through its website and mobile app.

Affirm

Series A in 2014
Affirm is a financial technology company that offers consumer installment loans at the point of sale through its Buy with Affirm platform. Shoppers can select Affirm at checkout and pay for purchases in fixed monthly installments with real-time decisioning and upfront, transparent terms, avoiding hidden fees. The company provides a digital and mobile‑first platform that includes a point‑of‑sale payment solution for merchants and a consumer app, and it partners with thousands of merchants across categories such as home, travel, electronics, apparel, and beauty. Revenue comes from merchant networks and related services, including virtual card networks, with the majority of business generated in the United States, and ongoing activity in Canada and other regions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Chicago, Affirm aims to offer an accessible alternative to traditional credit that improves budgeting and financial clarity for consumers.

Fresh Nation

Seed Round in 2014
Fresh Nation is an enterprise-level B2B wholesale marketplace and management platform for the retail grocery industry, designed to operationalize local and specialty food assortments for national retailers and distributors. Its proprietary Virtual Supply Chain platform streamlines collaboration with thousands of small vendors, reducing time and costs. The solution includes a vendor- and product-rich CRM, an interactive supplier portal, an order management suite, integrated accounting and invoicing tools, and flexible EDI and API integrations. Together, these features position Fresh Nation as a standard platform for enterprise specialty food management in the grocery sector.

Limeroad

Series B in 2014
Limeroad is a technology-driven online marketplace specializing in fashion and lifestyle products. Founded with a passion for unique finds, the company offers a curated selection of clothing, accessories, footwear, watches, and home furnishings for both men and women. Limeroad's platform facilitates convenient shopping with free shipping options, allowing customers to receive their purchases at their convenience.

Fashionara

Series B in 2013
Fashionara offers a range of premium merchandise in fashion and lifestyle.
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