Link Ventures

Link Ventures, established in 2006 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a venture capital firm registered as an Investment Adviser. The company focuses on early-stage investments, primarily in internet and technology sectors. It manages several funds, including Link Ventures 2 (2019) and Link Ventures 3 (2022), with a preference for sectors like information technology, internet retail, big data, software, and consumer products. Link Ventures targets startups leveraging data science, machine learning, and AI technologies.

David Blundin

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Lisa Dolan

Managing Director and Board Member

John Werner

Partner and Managing Director

Boaz Fachler

Principal Investor

50 past transactions

Datalign Advisory

Seed Round in 2025
Datalign Advisory is a financial advisory firm that specializes in connecting clients with a diverse network of financial advisers tailored to their specific needs. The firm has developed a comprehensive financial advisory platform that facilitates this connection by gathering and organizing essential information about clients' financial situations, objectives, and requirements. By leveraging a broad network of publisher partners, Datalign Advisory effectively reaches a wide array of prospects across various demographics. The platform simplifies the process of finding and engaging with industry experts and advisers, enhancing the overall efficiency of financial advisory services for clients.

Further

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Further is on a mission to empower first-time home buyers to achieve their dream of homeownership with confidence and ease. We simplify the complex home buying process through innovative tools and personalized guidance, ensuring that buyers are well-prepared every step of the way. Our platform offers financial planning, tailored insights, and resources designed to make homeownership more accessible. At Further, we believe that with the right support, anyone can realize their goal of owning a home. Join us as we help make the path to homeownership clear and attainable for all.

Enlaye

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Enlaye is a cloud-based platform designed to enhance contract writing, negotiation, and collaboration, specifically within the construction and infrastructure sectors. The company has developed a risk assessment tool that integrates built world and construction context with contract formats, enabling users to effectively identify, map out, and comprehend the scope, risks, and responsibilities outlined in contracts. This platform aims to facilitate improved collaboration and transparency among organizations and construction firms during negotiations and risk transfers, thereby promoting clearer and more efficient deal-making processes. Enlaye's innovative approach addresses the complexities of contract management in the construction industry.

Blitzy

Seed Round in 2024
Blitzy is a technology company that specializes in generative AI software. Its primary product, BlitzCode, and accompanying multi-agent operating system, Blitzy OS, automate the creation of production-ready code repositories, aiming to streamline and accelerate the software development process. The company's AI-powered platform is designed to automate workflows and processes, reducing manual work and enhancing efficiency across various industries, including finance, insurance, and real estate.

Meticulate

Seed Round in 2024
Meticulate is an automated business workflow company based in San Francisco that specializes in providing business professionals with streamlined access to high-quality financial research. Its AI-driven platform enables users to create detailed business landscapes and market maps in a fraction of the time traditionally required, allowing investors, consultants, bankers, and finance professionals to save both time and resources. By simplifying the research process, Meticulate empowers its clients to focus more effectively on their core business activities.

Kintsugi

Series A in 2024
Kintsugi AI is a developer of an artificial intelligence-based tax assistant platform that automates sales tax processes for businesses worldwide. The platform is designed to enhance the understanding of financial forecasting data and streamline tax filing. Kintsugi AI's technology encompasses the entire sales tax lifecycle, including calculations, nexus tracking, reporting, filing, and remittance across various sales channels. By providing predictive analytics and access to essential tools, Kintsugi AI enables companies to efficiently manage their sales tax obligations and improve their operational efficiency.

Diddo

Seed Round in 2024
Diddo is a developer of a social commerce platform that facilitates connections between customers, shows, and brands. The company aims to transform the shopping experience by providing a non-intrusive method for consumers to purchase products featured in streaming content. By enabling viewers to buy items they see on any screen, Diddo opens up new revenue streams for social commerce and enhances the relationship between audiences and brands. This innovative approach allows streaming companies to integrate shopping seamlessly into their content, making the viewing experience more interactive and engaging.

DataCebo

Seed Round in 2023
DataCebo specializes in the development of synthetic data libraries aimed at generating data for simulations. The company provides a variety of machine-learning models alongside benchmarking and evaluation frameworks. This enables businesses to effectively incorporate synthetic data into their workflows, enhancing their data management and analysis capabilities. Through its innovative solutions, DataCebo supports organizations in leveraging synthetic data to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.

Tailbox

Seed Round in 2023
Tailbox is a technology company that develops a location-based social network application, designed for travelers and explorers seeking unique experiences beyond typical tourist attractions. The platform uses AI to deliver personalized, immersive stories and real-time activities tied to specific locations, enabling users to discover hidden gems and create memorable experiences tailored to their location and mood.

Intrinsic

Venture Round in 2023
Intrinsic Brands is an eCommerce acquisition and growth platform uniquely focused on digital-first health and wellness brands.

nsKnox

Series B in 2023
NsKnox Technologies is a Boston-based fintech and security company founded in 2016 by Alon Cohen. It focuses on revolutionizing the protection of corporate payment systems through its innovative approach to Cooperative Cyber Security (CCS). NsKnox provides advanced fraud prevention technology designed to safeguard organizations against a range of threats, including insider attacks, external fraud, social engineering, and data manipulation. By detecting these threats in real-time, the company's solutions enhance payment security across all systems, ensuring that transactions are processed smoothly and reach their intended beneficiaries without complications.

PayZen

Private Equity Round in 2022
PayZen is a healthcare fintech startup focused on addressing the increasing burden of patient payment responsibilities. Founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Ariel Rosenthal, Itzik Cohen, and Tobias Mezger, the company offers a payment platform that allows patients to manage their out-of-pocket medical bills through convenient and transparent installment plans. By utilizing artificial intelligence-powered risk assessment tools, PayZen provides tailored payment options that enhance affordability for patients while improving cash flow for medical providers. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to concentrate on delivering care rather than handling financial transactions, ultimately leading to better financial outcomes for both parties.

Stilt

Series A in 2022
Stilt Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing collateral-free personal loans to international students, graduates, immigrants, and underserved individuals in the United States who have limited or no credit history. Stilt's innovative lending platform employs both proprietary and public data sources to assess the creditworthiness of these individuals, allowing the company to offer short-term loans at competitive interest rates. By facilitating access to capital, Stilt aims to empower immigrants and non-citizens in building their credit profiles and achieving financial stability.

Creatively

Seed Round in 2022
Creatively is a collaborative platform that serves as a professional networking space for the global creative community. Tailored for individuals across various disciplines, including fashion, art, media, entertainment, marketing, and advertising, the platform enables creators to showcase their portfolios effectively. It facilitates connections between talented individuals and companies seeking to discover and hire exceptional talent. By providing best-in-class features and opportunities, Creatively fosters a vibrant environment where artists can find job prospects and freelance work, enhancing their visibility and career growth in the competitive creative industry.

Canela Media

Series A in 2022
Canela Media, Inc. is a digital media company based in New York, established in 2019, that connects brands with multicultural audiences through its free streaming service, Canela.TV. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including video and display solutions, branded content, and influencer marketing. By providing in-depth analysis of social media positioning, Canela Media helps brands identify key influencers and improve their engagement with diverse communities. Its focus on Latino-centric content enables clients to establish meaningful and culturally relevant connections in the evolving media landscape.

Minded

Seed Round in 2022
Minded is an online psychiatry practice focused on providing mental health care specifically for women. It operates a consumer telehealth platform that simplifies the process of obtaining and managing prescriptions for anxiety and depression. Through its platform, Minded enables patients to easily renew and refill their medications online, which are then delivered directly to their homes. This approach alleviates the challenges associated with scheduling appointments and managing medication supplies, ensuring that women can access the mental health support they need with greater convenience and efficiency.

HealthCare.com

Series C in 2021
HealthCare.com is an online health insurance company that offers a data-driven shopping platform to assist American consumers in enrolling in individual health insurance and Medicare plans. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance user experiences, enabling customers to find, compare, and purchase insurance products that best meet their needs. HealthCare.com also markets proprietary health insurance and supplemental insurance products under the name Pivot Health. Its services include a comparison platform that provides expert advice, data, and personalized recommendations, empowering users to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare coverage. The company has been recognized as one of America's fastest-growing businesses, earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 list multiple times.

PayZen

Series A in 2021
PayZen is a healthcare fintech startup focused on addressing the increasing burden of patient payment responsibilities. Founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Ariel Rosenthal, Itzik Cohen, and Tobias Mezger, the company offers a payment platform that allows patients to manage their out-of-pocket medical bills through convenient and transparent installment plans. By utilizing artificial intelligence-powered risk assessment tools, PayZen provides tailored payment options that enhance affordability for patients while improving cash flow for medical providers. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to concentrate on delivering care rather than handling financial transactions, ultimately leading to better financial outcomes for both parties.

Anomaly

Series A in 2021
Anomaly is an innovative company focused on transforming healthcare through its precision payments platform. This platform leverages artificial intelligence and novel data sources to enhance the accuracy of healthcare billing and streamline payment processes. By addressing the complex challenges faced by payers and providers, Anomaly aims to minimize friction during transactions, ensuring that payments are made accurately and efficiently. The company's approach not only reduces the administrative burden on providers but also fosters a more reliable and trusted payment system in the healthcare industry, addressing a critical $300 billion challenge.

SmarterTravel

Series B in 2021
SmarterTravel, a subsidiary of TripAdvisor, is an innovative online travel booking platform dedicated to enhancing the travel experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse portfolio of travel sites designed to help users find the right trips at competitive prices. By utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning, SmarterTravel provides personalized recommendations and a streamlined booking process that prioritizes ease and confidence for travelers. Its subscription-based service grants members access to discounted hotel rates and exclusive benefits, encouraging loyalty and repeat usage. With a commitment to data-driven decision-making and a collaborative work environment, SmarterTravel aims to redefine the online travel landscape, positioning itself as a trusted destination for smart travelers seeking both variety and value in their travel planning.

Cruisebound

Convertible Note in 2021
Cruisebound is a travel agency dedicated to making the joy of cruising accessible to a wide audience by simplifying the booking process. The company's platform serves as a comprehensive resource for cruise options, details, and bookings, supported by human assistance available via phone or live chat. This ensures that customers can easily navigate and secure their cruise experiences.

Breeze

Series A in 2021
Breeze is an InsurTech company based in Omaha, Nebraska, established in 2019. It offers a digital platform that provides a range of insurance products designed to replace lost wages due to short-term or long-term disabilities and critical illnesses. The company's offerings include long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, and paid parental leave insurance, as well as group disability insurance. Breeze aims to help individuals protect their income and lifestyle through personalized disability insurance plans, addressing needs related to sickness, accidents, and other qualifying events.

Intrinsic

Series A in 2021
Intrinsic Brands is an eCommerce acquisition and growth platform uniquely focused on digital-first health and wellness brands.

Caribou

Series B in 2021
Caribou is a financial technology company that specializes in automotive refinancing services, aimed at helping drivers manage their auto finances more effectively. By partnering with trusted lenders, Caribou facilitates access to better rates and lower monthly payments, enabling customers to save an average of over $115 per month on their car payments. In addition to auto refinancing, the company offers a range of supplementary services, including auto insurance, total loss protection, guaranteed asset protection, key replacement coverage, and cosmetic care packages. Through these offerings, Caribou strives to provide comprehensive solutions that enhance the financial well-being of its customers while simplifying their automotive financial management.

Minded

Seed Round in 2021
Minded is an online psychiatry practice focused on providing mental health care specifically for women. It operates a consumer telehealth platform that simplifies the process of obtaining and managing prescriptions for anxiety and depression. Through its platform, Minded enables patients to easily renew and refill their medications online, which are then delivered directly to their homes. This approach alleviates the challenges associated with scheduling appointments and managing medication supplies, ensuring that women can access the mental health support they need with greater convenience and efficiency.

Own Up

Series B in 2021
Own Up is a home loan marketplace designed to assist clients in finding suitable mortgages and lenders. The company focuses on ensuring that borrowers do not overpay for their mortgages by providing personalized data that clarifies expected costs. Its technology features a concierge-driven approach, offering tools for evaluating lenders, determining affordable home prices, comparing loan offers, and obtaining pre-approval letters on demand. This streamlined process aims to optimize and simplify the experience of home financing for users, making it easier to navigate the complexities of securing a mortgage.

Stilt

Seed Round in 2020
Stilt Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing collateral-free personal loans to international students, graduates, immigrants, and underserved individuals in the United States who have limited or no credit history. Stilt's innovative lending platform employs both proprietary and public data sources to assess the creditworthiness of these individuals, allowing the company to offer short-term loans at competitive interest rates. By facilitating access to capital, Stilt aims to empower immigrants and non-citizens in building their credit profiles and achieving financial stability.

Trust & Will

Series B in 2020
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies estate planning by providing attorney-approved, legally valid documents tailored to individual state guidelines. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company has assisted hundreds of thousands of members in creating estate plans or settling the estates of their loved ones. The platform offers an easy, fast, and secure way to establish wills, trusts, and other legal documents, allowing clients to save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. Trust & Will employs bank-level encryption to protect customer data and adheres to high security standards, including SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. The company is recognized as the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members and collaborates with various leading financial institutions to promote its mission of helping families leave their legacies.

Creatively

Venture Round in 2020
Creatively is a collaborative platform that serves as a professional networking space for the global creative community. Tailored for individuals across various disciplines, including fashion, art, media, entertainment, marketing, and advertising, the platform enables creators to showcase their portfolios effectively. It facilitates connections between talented individuals and companies seeking to discover and hire exceptional talent. By providing best-in-class features and opportunities, Creatively fosters a vibrant environment where artists can find job prospects and freelance work, enhancing their visibility and career growth in the competitive creative industry.

HealthCare.com

Venture Round in 2020
HealthCare.com is an online health insurance company that offers a data-driven shopping platform to assist American consumers in enrolling in individual health insurance and Medicare plans. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City, the company utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance user experiences, enabling customers to find, compare, and purchase insurance products that best meet their needs. HealthCare.com also markets proprietary health insurance and supplemental insurance products under the name Pivot Health. Its services include a comparison platform that provides expert advice, data, and personalized recommendations, empowering users to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare coverage. The company has been recognized as one of America's fastest-growing businesses, earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 list multiple times.

Mercor

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Mercor is a technology company that specializes in AI-driven job placement. It offers a platform that connects job seekers with potential employers, using AI to analyze skills and experiences for a more efficient match. Users complete a brief interview, then can apply to multiple companies simultaneously, simplifying the recruitment process for both candidates and businesses.

Caribou

Series A in 2020
Caribou is a financial technology company that specializes in automotive refinancing services, aimed at helping drivers manage their auto finances more effectively. By partnering with trusted lenders, Caribou facilitates access to better rates and lower monthly payments, enabling customers to save an average of over $115 per month on their car payments. In addition to auto refinancing, the company offers a range of supplementary services, including auto insurance, total loss protection, guaranteed asset protection, key replacement coverage, and cosmetic care packages. Through these offerings, Caribou strives to provide comprehensive solutions that enhance the financial well-being of its customers while simplifying their automotive financial management.

Trust & Will

Series A in 2019
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies estate planning by providing attorney-approved, legally valid documents tailored to individual state guidelines. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company has assisted hundreds of thousands of members in creating estate plans or settling the estates of their loved ones. The platform offers an easy, fast, and secure way to establish wills, trusts, and other legal documents, allowing clients to save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. Trust & Will employs bank-level encryption to protect customer data and adheres to high security standards, including SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. The company is recognized as the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members and collaborates with various leading financial institutions to promote its mission of helping families leave their legacies.

Own Up

Series A in 2019
Own Up is a home loan marketplace designed to assist clients in finding suitable mortgages and lenders. The company focuses on ensuring that borrowers do not overpay for their mortgages by providing personalized data that clarifies expected costs. Its technology features a concierge-driven approach, offering tools for evaluating lenders, determining affordable home prices, comparing loan offers, and obtaining pre-approval letters on demand. This streamlined process aims to optimize and simplify the experience of home financing for users, making it easier to navigate the complexities of securing a mortgage.

hopjump

Seed Round in 2017
HopJump is a travel company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in personalized travel recommendations and targeted travel content for consumers in the United States. Originally a subsidiary of Cogo Labs, which was founded in 2005, HopJump evolved from a team of Cogo Labs veterans who established Cognius in 2012. The company leverages decades of combined experience in launching high-growth internet startups, with a strong emphasis on predictive analytics to enhance the travel planning experience for its users.

EverQuote

Series B in 2017
EverQuote is a technology-driven insurance marketplace that connects consumers with relevant insurance providers. It offers a free service, enabling users to compare auto insurance quotes online. The company's data and technology platform efficiently matches consumers' individual insurance needs with suitable options from its extensive network of insurance providers, saving time and money for both consumers and providers. EverQuote was established with the aim of using a scientific, data-driven approach to help consumers find the best insurance coverage and pricing tailored to their specific needs.

CareDash

Debt Financing in 2017
CareDash is an online platform established in 2013 that facilitates the search, comparison, and review of healthcare providers, including doctors, therapists, and hospitals. Based in the United States, CareDash offers comprehensive and transparent information, allowing patients to make informed decisions about their health. Users can search for healthcare professionals by name, specialty, or location and access a list of providers that meet their criteria. A distinguishing feature of CareDash is its commitment to authenticity; the platform does not edit or remove negative reviews in exchange for payment from providers, ensuring that users receive real and unfiltered feedback. This approach simplifies the process of finding trusted healthcare resources.

Vestmark

Private Equity Round in 2016
Vestmark, headquartered in Wakefield, MA, is a prominent technology platform provider specializing in wealth management and investment advisory solutions since its establishment in 2001. The company focuses on developing software that simplifies investment management processes, enabling broker-dealers, asset managers, bank trusts, and advisors to efficiently propose and enroll accounts, construct and manage portfolios, and monitor investable assets. By utilizing a Software as a Service (SaaS) deployment model, Vestmark supports its clients in managing over 1 million accounts, which collectively represent more than $250 billion in assets under management. Through its innovative technologies, Vestmark aims to enhance the advisory solutions industry and foster its growth while providing a rewarding work environment.

Abovo42 Corporation

Seed Round in 2015
Abovo42 Corp, based in Marriottsville, Maryland, operates a portal that provides unique email sharing services. Established in 2015, the company enables users to publish and share content effortlessly through email. By sending or forwarding an email to a specific address, users can have their messages transformed into HTML web pages, receiving a link to the page in return. This service requires no app installation or registration, making it accessible to anyone familiar with basic email functions. Users can create online communities and engage in various activities, such as sharing offers, blogging, and distributing files. Additionally, its subsidiary, Meta42.co, focuses on online marketing, particularly in email marketing and identity-enabled advertising channels. The company's mission is to simplify the process of content sharing and publishing on the Internet.

TodayTix

Series A in 2014
TodayTix is a mobile ticketing platform that connects users with theatre shows, arts, and cultural experiences in 15 global markets. It offers best-priced tickets, including same-day and last-minute options, through its user-friendly mobile applications for iOS and Android. TodayTix partners with over 1,300 venues and producers, providing access to shows in cities like New York, London, Toronto, and Los Angeles. The company, founded in 2011, aims to engage a younger audience and introduce them to cultural experiences, having served over 5 million users since its launch in 2013.

CareDash

Seed Round in 2014
CareDash is an online platform established in 2013 that facilitates the search, comparison, and review of healthcare providers, including doctors, therapists, and hospitals. Based in the United States, CareDash offers comprehensive and transparent information, allowing patients to make informed decisions about their health. Users can search for healthcare professionals by name, specialty, or location and access a list of providers that meet their criteria. A distinguishing feature of CareDash is its commitment to authenticity; the platform does not edit or remove negative reviews in exchange for payment from providers, ensuring that users receive real and unfiltered feedback. This approach simplifies the process of finding trusted healthcare resources.

Rocketmiles

Series A in 2014
Rocketmiles is a startup that lets travelers earn frequent flier miles in major airline programs when booking hotel stays through its site. It was built with the sole purpose of helping people travel more and travel farther. They feature a premium, hand-picked hotels in each city that have been screened by their staff of experts.

TodayTix

Seed Round in 2013
TodayTix is a mobile ticketing platform that connects users with theatre shows, arts, and cultural experiences in 15 global markets. It offers best-priced tickets, including same-day and last-minute options, through its user-friendly mobile applications for iOS and Android. TodayTix partners with over 1,300 venues and producers, providing access to shows in cities like New York, London, Toronto, and Los Angeles. The company, founded in 2011, aims to engage a younger audience and introduce them to cultural experiences, having served over 5 million users since its launch in 2013.

Cook123

Series A in 2013
Cook123 is an online platform that hosts a variety of recipes. It also offers videos and articles related to food and health. The platform was launched in 2013 by Joe Langhan and is based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

Rocketmiles

Seed Round in 2013
Rocketmiles is a startup that lets travelers earn frequent flier miles in major airline programs when booking hotel stays through its site. It was built with the sole purpose of helping people travel more and travel farther. They feature a premium, hand-picked hotels in each city that have been screened by their staff of experts.

Cognius

Seed Round in 2013
Cognius is an internet company that specializes across diverse content industries.

EverQuote

Seed Round in 2011
EverQuote is a technology-driven insurance marketplace that connects consumers with relevant insurance providers. It offers a free service, enabling users to compare auto insurance quotes online. The company's data and technology platform efficiently matches consumers' individual insurance needs with suitable options from its extensive network of insurance providers, saving time and money for both consumers and providers. EverQuote was established with the aim of using a scientific, data-driven approach to help consumers find the best insurance coverage and pricing tailored to their specific needs.

Jobcase

Seed Round in 2009
Jobcase, Inc. is an online social network designed to empower job seekers and workers by providing a platform for connection, opportunity, and support. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Jobcase offers features such as job searching capabilities, an online profile and resume builder, and access to learning resources. The platform fosters a community where millions of members can share advice, apply for jobs, and support one another in navigating the workforce. With a team of over 200 employees, Jobcase is committed to helping individuals advance in their careers and improve their work-life balance through its user-friendly app and website, which aggregate job openings and facilitate networking among professionals.

CourseAdvisor

Seed Round in 2006
CourseAdvisor is an online research directory focused on postsecondary education, career training, and professional development. The platform provides access to over 5,000 educational programs offered by nearly 300 accredited institutions, including colleges, vocational and technical schools, and professional training centers. By facilitating connections between prospective students and educational opportunities, CourseAdvisor aims to support individuals in making informed decisions about their educational and career paths.

Autotegrity

Seed Round in 2006
Autotegrity is a data analytics and quantitative marketing company specializing in the automotive sector. It offers an automotive shopping service that utilizes predictive analytics to link consumers with auto dealerships. By employing a rigorous approach to data, Autotegrity assists consumers in identifying vehicles that meet their needs while simultaneously helping dealerships attract highly qualified, locally targeted customers. This dual focus enhances the shopping experience for consumers and optimizes marketing efforts for dealers.
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