Hop In Technologies
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Hop In is a SaaS company specializing in microtransit solutions. It connects private bus operators with organizations, filling gaps in public transit infrastructure to improve employee access to workplaces and underserved areas. The company creates customized routes and schedules tailored to operational needs and daily commuting patterns, aiming to enhance economic development and workforce accessibility while promoting sustainable, carbon-neutral commuting.
Goodee is an online home and lifestyle marketplace that curates a range of homewares, furniture, dining and décor products from multiple brands, with a focus on sustainable design. Founded in 2017 and based in Montreal, Canada, the platform enables customers to decorate living spaces by selecting from a diverse assortment of products.
Needslist
Venture Round in 2019
Needslist is a global platform connecting donors with NGOs for efficient humanitarian aid. It identifies urgent needs, uses local suppliers for quick delivery, and allows real-time tracking of impact metrics. Revenue is generated through commissions from affiliate suppliers and enterprise users.
Ulula LLC is a human rights technology and analytics company based in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in New York. Founded in 2013, the company develops a software and analytics platform that provides organizations with tools to monitor human rights risks and improve working conditions across various sectors, including agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and electronics. Ulula's platform employs mobile technologies such as SMS, USSD, and IVR, facilitating direct engagement with workers and communities in real time. This multi-channel stakeholder engagement approach allows organizations to gather accurate and timely insights, ensuring that stakeholders can provide feedback safely and securely, regardless of their network connectivity or digital literacy. By creating sustainable feedback loops, Ulula aims to help companies address social, environmental, and governance challenges effectively.
Discourse Media
Seed Round in 2019
Discourse Media is a digital news media company focused on delivering high-quality investigative journalism that addresses significant issues relevant to Canadians. The organization emphasizes a re-imagined approach to journalism, prioritizing community needs over the interests of advertisers or foreign investors. Discourse Media produces news packages that are rooted in thorough original research and data journalism, fostering deep engagement with the communities it covers. This commitment allows the company to present content tailored to the specific needs of its audience, ultimately enhancing reader engagement and addressing complex societal topics.