Mayfield V

Mayfield V, established in 1969, is a global venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, with over $2.5 billion under management. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on technology companies in the enterprise and consumer sectors. Mayfield V seeks to partner with founders from inception, providing extensive experience and resources to build impactful companies. It invests in a broad range of technology subsectors, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and human & planetary health, with a typical investment size between $1 and $15 million. The firm also participates in follow-on financing rounds and assists in finding co-investors. Mayfield V has a strong track record, having invested in over 500 companies resulting in 117 IPOs and more than 200 mergers or acquisitions.

Rajeev Batra

Partner

Tim Chang

Venture Partner

Vikram Godse

Partner and Managing Director, India

Nikhil Khattau

Managing Director

Paul Kohli

Vice President of Investment Operations

Tejas Maniar

Operating Partner

Guru Pangal

Venture Partner

Sri Pangulur

Partner

Zareer Shroff

Principal

Vaneeta Varma

CFO

Past deals in California

TeamBridge

Series B in 2024
TeamBridge is a developer of employee management solutions that utilize technology to enhance team productivity and streamline workflows. The company focuses on providing tools that enable teams of all sizes to manage tasks, track performance, and improve organizational efficiency. Its workforce management platform supports collaborative schedule creation and includes features such as automated scheduling, real-time notifications, and data-driven insights. By facilitating transparent communication and enforcing time-tracking policies, TeamBridge helps businesses optimize operations, reduce labor costs, and improve employee retention. The company is based in San Francisco, California and has been operational since its incorporation in 2017.

Prolific Machines

Series B in 2024
Prolific Machines is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in developing advanced cell technologies aimed at transforming the production of cells for sustainable applications, particularly in the cultivated meat industry. The company focuses on high-scale precision cell-differentiation techniques that enhance the efficiency, quality, reproducibility, and sustainability of cell production. Additionally, Prolific Machines is engaged in research and development efforts related to clean meat and cell therapies, utilizing innovative approaches to create better sustainable options. Through its work, the company aims to promote a healthier future for both humanity and the planet.

Frore Systems

Series C in 2024
Frore Systems is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Taiwan and South Korea. It specializes in the development of advanced thermal solutions for consumer devices, focusing on active cooling technologies. The company's flagship products, AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro, utilize piezoelectric MEMS technology to provide efficient and silent heat dissipation. These cooling chips significantly enhance device performance and offer a solid-state alternative to traditional fans, setting new benchmarks for the computing industry. Frore Systems aims to improve the overall user experience by enabling device manufacturers to implement high-performance cooling solutions in their products.

Windfall Bio

Series A in 2024
Windfall Bio is a company focused on developing a sustainable technology that captures and transforms methane emissions into organic fertilizer, addressing significant environmental issues associated with methane and synthetic fertilizers. Founded in 2022 and based in San Mateo, California, Windfall Bio utilizes methane-eating microbes to convert methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management, into valuable soil nutrients. This innovative solution not only helps industries reduce their methane footprint but also enhances operational efficiency and profitability, benefiting the planet and consumers alike. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its mission to tackle climate change through nature-based agricultural technology.

Recogni

Series C in 2024
Recogni Inc. is an innovative company that specializes in the development of artificial intelligence-based cameras and processors aimed at real-time object identification. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany, Recogni focuses on creating high-performance, low-power inference processing solutions tailored for the automotive industry in both Germany and the U.S. The company’s technology integrates visual and depth sensor data to optimize performance, power efficiency, and visual range for autonomous vehicles. By providing scalable solutions for generative AI and intelligent autonomous platforms, Recogni enables clients to achieve advanced edge processing capabilities and enhances data center efficiency, ultimately supporting the growth of mobility markets.

Alchemist Accelerator

Venture Round in 2024
Alchemist Accelerator, established in 2013 and based in San Francisco, is an accelerator focused on seed-stage startups that generate revenue from enterprises. It invests in the Internet-of-Things sector, offering a six-month program that provides up to $40,000 in seed funding, mentorship, and a structured path to traction and fundraising. Alchemist prioritizes distinctive technical co-founders and has backed around 75 enterprise-monetizing ventures annually since 2016, making it one of the top accelerators globally. Notable alumni include LaunchDarkly, Rigetti Quantum Computing, and Matternet.

MindsDB

Seed Round in 2023
MindsDB Inc. is an automated machine learning platform that enables organizations to derive insights from their data through predictive analytics. Founded in 2017 by Adam Carrigan and Jorge Torres, the company offers a solution that allows users to pose predictive questions and receive accurate answers, thereby democratizing access to machine learning capabilities. The platform is versatile and applicable across various industries, including retail, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, addressing needs such as credit scoring, customer lifetime value optimization, fraud detection, and risk assessment. By automating the predictive modeling process, MindsDB allows businesses to achieve the functionalities of skilled data scientists at a reduced cost, thereby transforming databases into effective data science teams. The company, which is based in Berkeley, California, was a participant in YCombinator's Winter 2020 batch and has received recognition as one of America's promising AI companies.

MindsDB

Seed Round in 2023
MindsDB Inc. is an automated machine learning platform that enables organizations to derive insights from their data through predictive analytics. Founded in 2017 by Adam Carrigan and Jorge Torres, the company offers a solution that allows users to pose predictive questions and receive accurate answers, thereby democratizing access to machine learning capabilities. The platform is versatile and applicable across various industries, including retail, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, addressing needs such as credit scoring, customer lifetime value optimization, fraud detection, and risk assessment. By automating the predictive modeling process, MindsDB allows businesses to achieve the functionalities of skilled data scientists at a reduced cost, thereby transforming databases into effective data science teams. The company, which is based in Berkeley, California, was a participant in YCombinator's Winter 2020 batch and has received recognition as one of America's promising AI companies.

Vartana

Series B in 2023
Vartana is a payments platform founded in 2020 by Kush Kella in San Francisco, California. The company aims to enhance the purchasing power of businesses by providing flexible financing alternatives. Its all-in-one platform simplifies the sales process by offering a co-branded digital checkout experience, real-time support, and automated payment plan offers integrated directly within customer relationship management (CRM) systems. With pre-approved payment plans and a central dashboard for managing the deal process, Vartana enables sales teams to close deals more efficiently while allowing finance teams to optimize cash flow.

Infinite Uptime

Series B in 2023
Infinite Uptime, Inc. offers an integrated industrial solution that combines hardware, cloud analytics, and control software to enhance equipment monitoring and decision-making processes. The company's IoT platform automates predictive maintenance for industrial machines, primarily targeting sectors such as steel, power, cement, chemicals, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. Its industrial data analytics platform (IDAP) identifies patterns in data, assesses overall equipment effectiveness, and detects anomalies in real-time, thereby supporting ISO compliance and monitoring productivity trends. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Infinite Uptime also operates an R&D and technology center in Pune, India, alongside a manufacturing facility in Vadodara, India. The company's innovative approach aims to reduce unplanned downtime, improve overall efficiency, and provide actionable insights into plant performance.

Windfall Bio

Seed Round in 2023
Windfall Bio is a company focused on developing a sustainable technology that captures and transforms methane emissions into organic fertilizer, addressing significant environmental issues associated with methane and synthetic fertilizers. Founded in 2022 and based in San Mateo, California, Windfall Bio utilizes methane-eating microbes to convert methane from various sources, including agriculture, oil and gas, and waste management, into valuable soil nutrients. This innovative solution not only helps industries reduce their methane footprint but also enhances operational efficiency and profitability, benefiting the planet and consumers alike. The company is backed by prominent venture capital firms, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its mission to tackle climate change through nature-based agricultural technology.

InfluxData

Series E in 2023
InfluxData Inc. specializes in providing open-source platforms for managing and analyzing time-series data at scale. The company is best known for InfluxDB, its time-series database designed to handle large volumes of time-stamped data generated by IoT devices, applications, networks, and containers. InfluxData also offers a suite of complementary tools, including Telegraf for data collection, Chronograf for visualization, and Kapacitor for processing and alerting. Additionally, the company provides fully-managed InfluxDB clusters through InfluxCloud and offers technical support, training, and consulting services. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, InfluxData serves a diverse range of clients, including prominent organizations like Cisco, IBM, PayPal, and Tesla, enabling them to efficiently store and analyze real-time data for various applications.

Vartana

Series A in 2023
Vartana is a payments platform founded in 2020 by Kush Kella in San Francisco, California. The company aims to enhance the purchasing power of businesses by providing flexible financing alternatives. Its all-in-one platform simplifies the sales process by offering a co-branded digital checkout experience, real-time support, and automated payment plan offers integrated directly within customer relationship management (CRM) systems. With pre-approved payment plans and a central dashboard for managing the deal process, Vartana enables sales teams to close deals more efficiently while allowing finance teams to optimize cash flow.

Frore Systems

Series C in 2022
Frore Systems is a technology company based in San Jose, California, with additional offices in Taiwan and South Korea. It specializes in the development of advanced thermal solutions for consumer devices, focusing on active cooling technologies. The company's flagship products, AirJet® Mini and AirJet® Pro, utilize piezoelectric MEMS technology to provide efficient and silent heat dissipation. These cooling chips significantly enhance device performance and offer a solid-state alternative to traditional fans, setting new benchmarks for the computing industry. Frore Systems aims to improve the overall user experience by enabling device manufacturers to implement high-performance cooling solutions in their products.

WorkSpan

Series C in 2022
WorkSpan is a co-sell management network that enables companies to enhance and scale their co-sell revenue growth. Its secure SaaS platform facilitates collaboration among partnership and sales teams, allowing them to work together on deals, exchange co-sell referrals directly from their CRM, manage shared pipelines, and monitor performance through a live dashboard. As a leader in Ecosystem Business Management, WorkSpan supports major business ecosystems within the technology and communications sectors, managing over $50 billion in joint pipeline and significantly accelerating the speed to market for joint solutions. The company's clientele includes prominent names such as Microsoft, Cisco, SAP, and Accenture. Founded in January 2015 in Foster City, California, by Amit Sinha, Mayank Bawa, and Milind Joshi, WorkSpan continues to drive productivity and growth for its customers.

Securiti

Series C in 2022
Securiti Inc. specializes in AI-driven cybersecurity and data protection solutions. The company has developed PRIVACI.ai, a comprehensive PrivacyOps platform that automates privacy compliance functions, enabling organizations to manage data security, governance, and compliance effectively. Securiti offers a range of solutions, including automated fulfillment of data subject requests, personal data discovery, internal assessment tracking, and third-party privacy assessments. Additionally, the company provides tools for managing consent lifecycles across various online platforms and applications. Securiti's Data Command Center serves as a centralized platform for data intelligence and orchestration in hybrid multicloud environments, allowing large enterprises to ensure the safe use of data, particularly with emerging technologies like Generative AI. Incorporated in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Securiti has received multiple industry accolades for its innovative approach to data privacy and security.

Oliver Space

Series B in 2022
Oliver Space is a home furnishing company founded in 2018 in San Francisco, California, by Chan Park. The company specializes in providing a wide range of furniture and home decor products, including sofas, rugs, pillows, and plants, through an online platform. Oliver Space offers customers flexible payment options, allowing them to either rent or purchase items on a monthly subscription basis. This model enables individuals to create aesthetically pleasing living spaces without the burden of high upfront costs. Additionally, customers can enjoy a trial period before committing to a purchase, with the option of 0% interest financing, making home decoration both easy and affordable.

Endpoint Health

Series A in 2022
Endpoint Health, Inc. is a precision immunology company based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Michigan and Illinois. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on researching and developing therapies that integrate therapeutics, companion diagnostics, and artificial intelligence. Its mission is to enhance patient outcomes, particularly for individuals suffering from critical illnesses such as sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and COVID-19. By utilizing its proprietary AI-powered platform, OMNAI, Endpoint Health aims to identify and match effective therapies with patients who are most likely to benefit from them, moving beyond traditional one-size-fits-all approaches in drug development. Through this strategy, the company seeks to deliver personalized treatments that can significantly improve the health outcomes of patients with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

Tripp

Series A in 2022
Tripp Inc. is a company focused on developing a digital psychedelic wellness platform that utilizes virtual and augmented reality to enhance emotional well-being. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with a satellite office in Chicago, the company creates immersive experiences that combine audio, visual elements, and gameplay mechanics to promote mindfulness and transformation. Tripp’s offerings are informed by scientific research indicating that interactive digital experiences can positively influence brain function. Through its platform, the company delivers wellness solutions designed to help users manage their emotions, reduce stress and anxiety, and achieve a state of calm and focus.

Mirvie

Series B in 2022
Mirvie is a biotech company focused on developing non-invasive tests aimed at improving maternal-fetal health. Founded in 2018 and based in South San Francisco, California, Mirvie offers a medical diagnostic platform that provides actionable insights for mothers and families throughout their pregnancy journey. The company's innovative predictive tests help medical practitioners identify at-risk pregnancies, allowing for timely interventions and enhanced management of pregnancy-related concerns. By prioritizing safety and health, Mirvie seeks to empower families with the information necessary for better pregnancy outcomes.

Alif Semiconductor

Venture Round in 2022
Alif Semiconductor, Inc. is a company dedicated to developing wired and wireless embedded processing solutions aimed at various sectors, including industrial, medical, infrastructure, consumer, automotive, and security. Established in 2019 and based in Pleasanton, California, Alif operates a system-on-chip design center in Irvine, California, as well as a communication technology center in Bengaluru, India. The company focuses on creating low-power, high-performance edge processing tools that enhance connectivity and security in embedded systems. Utilizing ARM’s Cortex-M55 and Ethos-U55 neural processing unit cores, Alif Semiconductor aims to elevate the performance of microcontrollers, making its technologies particularly suitable for Internet of Things applications.

Balbix

Series C in 2022
Balbix, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that provides a predictive breach risk and resilience platform aimed at enhancing the security posture of organizations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, Balbix uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to assess and visualize an enterprise's cyber-breach risk across all devices, users, and applications. The platform enables security teams to conduct risk-based vulnerability management, accurately inventory assets, and quantify cyber risks in monetary terms. By predicting critical breach scenarios, Balbix helps organizations prioritize their security operations and projects, ultimately improving their overall cyber resilience. The company has gained recognition as a leader in cybersecurity posture automation and has been acknowledged as a noteworthy player in the industry.

Qventus

Private Equity Round in 2022
Qventus, Inc. is a technology company that develops an artificial intelligence-based software platform aimed at optimizing hospital operations through real-time data analytics. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Altos, California, Qventus focuses on enhancing operational efficiency in healthcare settings by automating processes and improving patient flow. The platform addresses various operational challenges across hospitals, including emergency departments, operating rooms, and patient safety, by predicting issues, offering immediate recommendations, and encouraging team members to take action. Through its solutions, Qventus seeks to reduce staff workloads, optimize resource utilization, and ultimately help healthcare organizations unlock capacity and drive revenue.

New Culture

Series A in 2021
New Culture is a food and beverage company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in producing animal-free cheese using innovative methods that involve microflora to create dairy proteins. By focusing on sustainable and ethical practices, New Culture aims to revolutionize the cheese-making process, offering a variety of delicious and healthy cheese alternatives. Their products are designed to reduce dependency on animal agriculture while providing consumers with access to nutritious dairy-like options.

Postal

Series B in 2021
Postal.io, Inc. is a sales and marketing engagement platform that enhances team management, content curation, and workflow automation. Incorporated in 2019 and based in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers solutions that generate leads, increase sales, and improve customer retention across various industries, including software, healthcare, finance, real estate, and insurance. The platform automates the delivery and reporting of personalized physical assets, such as direct mail and corporate gifts, which can be seamlessly integrated with existing CRM and marketing automation systems or used independently. By personalizing and scaling engagement efforts, Postal.io aims to boost brand loyalty, improve conversion rates, and enhance overall employee and customer satisfaction. The company is led by a founding team with a track record of successful ventures.

Mammoth Biosciences

Series D in 2021
Mammoth Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative CRISPR solutions for a variety of applications. The company offers DETECTR™, a diagnostic platform that identifies specific nucleic acids in samples, aiding in the detection of diseases such as bacterial infections, cancer, and viral infections. Additionally, Mammoth Biosciences provides CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing, targeting therapeutic areas including immuno-oncology, autoimmune diseases, and liver diseases. By harnessing proprietary ultracompact proteins and leveraging advanced research and development, Mammoth aims to create affordable point-of-care tests and enhance diagnostics across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Co-founded by CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, the company has attracted significant investment from institutional and individual backers.

SmartRecruiters

Series E in 2021
SmartRecruiters, Inc. is a recruitment software company that offers a comprehensive talent acquisition platform designed to assist businesses in finding, engaging, and hiring candidates. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides a range of services including applicant tracking, candidate sourcing, recruitment marketing, collaborative hiring, and candidate assessment. Its platform is built on a modern cloud infrastructure and features an open marketplace for third-party recruitment services, allowing clients to optimize their hiring processes. SmartRecruiters also offers support in implementation, training, and optimization, ensuring users can effectively utilize its tools. The company has expanded its presence internationally with additional offices in Kraków, Berlin, London, and Paris.

Tripp

Series A in 2021
Tripp Inc. is a company focused on developing a digital psychedelic wellness platform that utilizes virtual and augmented reality to enhance emotional well-being. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with a satellite office in Chicago, the company creates immersive experiences that combine audio, visual elements, and gameplay mechanics to promote mindfulness and transformation. Tripp’s offerings are informed by scientific research indicating that interactive digital experiences can positively influence brain function. Through its platform, the company delivers wellness solutions designed to help users manage their emotions, reduce stress and anxiety, and achieve a state of calm and focus.

Oliver Space

Series A in 2021
Oliver Space is a home furnishing company founded in 2018 in San Francisco, California, by Chan Park. The company specializes in providing a wide range of furniture and home decor products, including sofas, rugs, pillows, and plants, through an online platform. Oliver Space offers customers flexible payment options, allowing them to either rent or purchase items on a monthly subscription basis. This model enables individuals to create aesthetically pleasing living spaces without the burden of high upfront costs. Additionally, customers can enjoy a trial period before committing to a purchase, with the option of 0% interest financing, making home decoration both easy and affordable.

Recogni

Series B in 2021
Recogni Inc. is an innovative company that specializes in the development of artificial intelligence-based cameras and processors aimed at real-time object identification. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany, Recogni focuses on creating high-performance, low-power inference processing solutions tailored for the automotive industry in both Germany and the U.S. The company’s technology integrates visual and depth sensor data to optimize performance, power efficiency, and visual range for autonomous vehicles. By providing scalable solutions for generative AI and intelligent autonomous platforms, Recogni enables clients to achieve advanced edge processing capabilities and enhances data center efficiency, ultimately supporting the growth of mobility markets.

Projector

Series B in 2020
Projector, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing a collaborative, browser-based graphic design platform. This platform empowers professionals, particularly developers and product teams, to create engaging visual content such as videos, GIFs, and social media posts, fostering more impactful communication.

Infinite Uptime

Series B in 2020
Infinite Uptime, Inc. offers an integrated industrial solution that combines hardware, cloud analytics, and control software to enhance equipment monitoring and decision-making processes. The company's IoT platform automates predictive maintenance for industrial machines, primarily targeting sectors such as steel, power, cement, chemicals, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. Its industrial data analytics platform (IDAP) identifies patterns in data, assesses overall equipment effectiveness, and detects anomalies in real-time, thereby supporting ISO compliance and monitoring productivity trends. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Infinite Uptime also operates an R&D and technology center in Pune, India, alongside a manufacturing facility in Vadodara, India. The company's innovative approach aims to reduce unplanned downtime, improve overall efficiency, and provide actionable insights into plant performance.

Mammoth Biosciences

Series C in 2020
Mammoth Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative CRISPR solutions for a variety of applications. The company offers DETECTR™, a diagnostic platform that identifies specific nucleic acids in samples, aiding in the detection of diseases such as bacterial infections, cancer, and viral infections. Additionally, Mammoth Biosciences provides CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing, targeting therapeutic areas including immuno-oncology, autoimmune diseases, and liver diseases. By harnessing proprietary ultracompact proteins and leveraging advanced research and development, Mammoth aims to create affordable point-of-care tests and enhance diagnostics across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Co-founded by CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, the company has attracted significant investment from institutional and individual backers.

NUVIA

Series B in 2020
Nuvia, Inc. is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing silicon chips and microprocessors, specifically focusing on server system-on-chip processors tailored for data centers. Nuvia's processors aim to enhance computing performance while improving power efficiency and security, addressing the evolving demands of compute-intensive applications. By developing advanced processing chipsets, Nuvia seeks to deliver substantial performance and energy efficiency improvements, positioning itself as a key player in the next generation of computing technology.

Tonal

Series D in 2020
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Berbix

Series A in 2020
Berbix Inc. is a technology company that specializes in photo identity verification and fraud prevention solutions. Founded in 2018 by former product and engineering leaders from Airbnb, Berbix offers a SaaS platform that enables businesses to instantly validate photo IDs, driver licenses, and passports. The service is designed to enhance customer acquisition and compliance by providing rapid identity checks that can be completed in as little as two seconds. Berbix's solution is particularly beneficial for industries such as fintech, healthcare, micro-mobility, and age-restricted goods, allowing businesses to customize their fraud prevention strategies. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California, and has received backing from prominent investors, including Y Combinator and Initialized Capital. Through its user-friendly software, Berbix helps organizations effectively manage identity verification and reduce the risks associated with fraudulent activities.

Mission Bio

Series C in 2020
Mission Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in tools for studying cellular heterogeneity in human health and life sciences. The company has developed the Tapestri Platform, the first single-cell multi-omics platform, which allows for the simultaneous analysis of genotype and phenotype from the same cell. This platform utilizes proprietary microfluidic droplet technology to enable precise detection of genomic variability at single-cell resolution, facilitating research in various applications, including oncology, blood cancers, solid tumors, and genome editing. Additionally, Mission Bio offers Tapestri Designer, a cloud-based tool for creating customized single-cell DNA panels, further enhancing its capabilities in targeted molecular analysis. Founded in 2011 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company was previously known as Torrent Bio, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Appify

Series A in 2020
Appify Systems, Inc. is a software development company that offers a no-code platform designed for businesses to create, deploy, and manage custom applications tailored to their specific digitization needs. The platform allows users to automate essential functions such as data entry and workflows, enhancing overall productivity and operational efficiency. Originally known as Turbo Systems, Inc., the company rebranded to Appify Systems, Inc. in August 2020. Established in 2017, it is headquartered in Campbell, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India. The platform provides a range of configurable modules aimed at improving business processes, including features for field service management, asset tracking, and dynamic workflows, all within a secure and integrated environment.

Endpoint Health

Venture Round in 2020
Endpoint Health, Inc. is a precision immunology company based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Michigan and Illinois. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on researching and developing therapies that integrate therapeutics, companion diagnostics, and artificial intelligence. Its mission is to enhance patient outcomes, particularly for individuals suffering from critical illnesses such as sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and COVID-19. By utilizing its proprietary AI-powered platform, OMNAI, Endpoint Health aims to identify and match effective therapies with patients who are most likely to benefit from them, moving beyond traditional one-size-fits-all approaches in drug development. Through this strategy, the company seeks to deliver personalized treatments that can significantly improve the health outcomes of patients with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

Couchbase

Series G in 2020
Couchbase, Inc. is a provider of NoSQL databases tailored for enterprises, particularly for web and mobile applications. The company offers a comprehensive Couchbase platform that includes Couchbase Server, a high-performance distributed database, Couchbase Lite, an embedded database for mobile devices, and Couchbase Sync Gateway, which synchronizes data between mobile devices and the cloud. Additionally, Couchbase provides a cloud-native autonomous database management platform through its Kubernetes Operator and a fully-managed Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) known as Couchbase Cloud. The platform is designed to handle massive data volumes in real time, making it suitable for industries such as social networking, online gaming, advertising, and e-commerce. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an office in Manchester, United Kingdom, Couchbase was founded in 2008 and rebranded from Membase, Inc. in 2011. The company focuses on empowering developers to create innovative and personalized customer experiences through its agile and scalable database solutions.

Postal

Series A in 2020
Postal.io, Inc. is a sales and marketing engagement platform that enhances team management, content curation, and workflow automation. Incorporated in 2019 and based in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers solutions that generate leads, increase sales, and improve customer retention across various industries, including software, healthcare, finance, real estate, and insurance. The platform automates the delivery and reporting of personalized physical assets, such as direct mail and corporate gifts, which can be seamlessly integrated with existing CRM and marketing automation systems or used independently. By personalizing and scaling engagement efforts, Postal.io aims to boost brand loyalty, improve conversion rates, and enhance overall employee and customer satisfaction. The company is led by a founding team with a track record of successful ventures.

Rancher Labs

Series D in 2020
Rancher Labs, established in 2014, specializes in open-source container management software for enterprises. Its platform, Rancher, simplifies managing Kubernetes clusters, both on-premise and hybrid, for enhanced security and accelerated transformation. Key products include RKE, a Kubernetes distribution engine, and RIO, an application deployment engine for Kubernetes. With over 80 million downloads and enterprise-class support, Rancher Labs enables users to efficiently manage various aspects of running containers in development and production environments. The company, headquartered in Cupertino, California, operates globally and was acquired by SUSE GmbH in 2020.

HashiCorp

Series E in 2020
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company specializes in developing multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that addresses the challenges of cloud adoption. HashiCorp's primary products include Terraform, a cloud infrastructure as code tool for provisioning and managing resources; Vault, which secures and controls access to sensitive data; Nomad, a work orchestrator for deploying and managing applications across various environments; and Consul, a tool for service discovery and orchestration. Additionally, HashiCorp offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating identical machine images for multiple platforms. The company aims to provide consistent workflows and a standardized approach to automate infrastructure processes, thereby enabling organizations to effectively run distributed applications in both public and private cloud environments.

Mammoth Biosciences

Series B in 2020
Mammoth Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative CRISPR solutions for a variety of applications. The company offers DETECTR™, a diagnostic platform that identifies specific nucleic acids in samples, aiding in the detection of diseases such as bacterial infections, cancer, and viral infections. Additionally, Mammoth Biosciences provides CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing, targeting therapeutic areas including immuno-oncology, autoimmune diseases, and liver diseases. By harnessing proprietary ultracompact proteins and leveraging advanced research and development, Mammoth aims to create affordable point-of-care tests and enhance diagnostics across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Co-founded by CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, the company has attracted significant investment from institutional and individual backers.

Securiti

Series B in 2020
Securiti Inc. specializes in AI-driven cybersecurity and data protection solutions. The company has developed PRIVACI.ai, a comprehensive PrivacyOps platform that automates privacy compliance functions, enabling organizations to manage data security, governance, and compliance effectively. Securiti offers a range of solutions, including automated fulfillment of data subject requests, personal data discovery, internal assessment tracking, and third-party privacy assessments. Additionally, the company provides tools for managing consent lifecycles across various online platforms and applications. Securiti's Data Command Center serves as a centralized platform for data intelligence and orchestration in hybrid multicloud environments, allowing large enterprises to ensure the safe use of data, particularly with emerging technologies like Generative AI. Incorporated in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Securiti has received multiple industry accolades for its innovative approach to data privacy and security.

BigPanda

Series C in 2019
BigPanda, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in a data science platform designed to centralize and correlate IT alerts for organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, BigPanda's platform helps IT operations, network operations centers, and DevOps teams detect, investigate, and resolve IT incidents effectively. By leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, the platform transforms numerous daily IT alerts from various fragmented systems into actionable insights, enabling users to automate incident management and improve overall service performance. BigPanda serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, technology, and media, with notable clients such as Intel, TiVO, and Workday, assisting them in reducing operational costs and enhancing their digital transformation efforts.

NUVIA

Series A in 2019
Nuvia, Inc. is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing silicon chips and microprocessors, specifically focusing on server system-on-chip processors tailored for data centers. Nuvia's processors aim to enhance computing performance while improving power efficiency and security, addressing the evolving demands of compute-intensive applications. By developing advanced processing chipsets, Nuvia seeks to deliver substantial performance and energy efficiency improvements, positioning itself as a key player in the next generation of computing technology.

Scanwell Health

Seed Round in 2019
Scanwell Health, Inc. designs and develops an innovative urine testing kit that provides clinical-grade results through a smartphone application. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a urinary tract infection test kit that is FDA-cleared. This product allows users to receive same-day test results and connect with an online doctor’s office for immediate treatment and prescription of antibiotics. By facilitating accessible and affordable healthcare, Scanwell Health aims to empower individuals to take charge of their health proactively.

Volterra

Venture Round in 2019
Volterra Inc. is a software development company that specializes in creating solutions for building, deploying, operating, and securing distributed applications across edge and multi-cloud environments. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Volterra provides distributed cloud services that enable clients to deploy network and security applications effectively. Its global app-to-app network allows organizations to secure cloud applications while optimizing critical workloads by placing them closer to end-users, thus enhancing performance. The company's offerings are designed to assist DevOps and NetOps teams in addressing operational security and performance challenges, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of cloud services.

Oliver Space

Seed Round in 2019
Oliver Space is a home furnishing company founded in 2018 in San Francisco, California, by Chan Park. The company specializes in providing a wide range of furniture and home decor products, including sofas, rugs, pillows, and plants, through an online platform. Oliver Space offers customers flexible payment options, allowing them to either rent or purchase items on a monthly subscription basis. This model enables individuals to create aesthetically pleasing living spaces without the burden of high upfront costs. Additionally, customers can enjoy a trial period before committing to a purchase, with the option of 0% interest financing, making home decoration both easy and affordable.

New Culture

Seed Round in 2019
New Culture is a food and beverage company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in producing animal-free cheese using innovative methods that involve microflora to create dairy proteins. By focusing on sustainable and ethical practices, New Culture aims to revolutionize the cheese-making process, offering a variety of delicious and healthy cheese alternatives. Their products are designed to reduce dependency on animal agriculture while providing consumers with access to nutritious dairy-like options.

Grove Collaborative

Series D in 2019
Grove Collaborative, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home and personal care products. Founded in 2012 and initially known as ePantry LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 as a Certified B Corporation, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Grove Collaborative offers a diverse range of products, including laundry detergents, floor cleaners, personal care items, pet supplies, and more. The company is recognized for its flagship brand, Grove Co., as well as its other brands, which prioritize clean ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. Grove is a leader in the zero-waste home care category and aims to be the world's first plastic-neutral retailer, with a goal of becoming 100% plastic-free by 2025. Through its rigorous standards for product selection, Grove Collaborative serves millions of households across the United States, striving to create positive impacts for both people and the environment.

Securiti

Series A in 2019
Securiti Inc. specializes in AI-driven cybersecurity and data protection solutions. The company has developed PRIVACI.ai, a comprehensive PrivacyOps platform that automates privacy compliance functions, enabling organizations to manage data security, governance, and compliance effectively. Securiti offers a range of solutions, including automated fulfillment of data subject requests, personal data discovery, internal assessment tracking, and third-party privacy assessments. Additionally, the company provides tools for managing consent lifecycles across various online platforms and applications. Securiti's Data Command Center serves as a centralized platform for data intelligence and orchestration in hybrid multicloud environments, allowing large enterprises to ensure the safe use of data, particularly with emerging technologies like Generative AI. Incorporated in 2018 and based in San Jose, California, Securiti has received multiple industry accolades for its innovative approach to data privacy and security.

Cognition IP

Seed Round in 2019
Cognition IP is an intellectual property law firm based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. Established in 2018, the firm specializes in patent law, offering a comprehensive range of services including patent and trademark prosecution, intellectual property management, and strategic counseling. Cognition IP serves a diverse clientele, from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies, and has represented notable clients such as Apple and AstraZeneca. The firm employs a flat-fee model to provide efficient and predictable legal counsel in various technology sectors, including life sciences, software, consumer goods, and advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain. Cognition IP aims to enhance the efficiency of the patent prosecution process through innovative tools and expert guidance, focusing on protecting clients' innovations and supporting their intellectual property needs.

WorkSpan

Series B in 2019
WorkSpan is a co-sell management network that enables companies to enhance and scale their co-sell revenue growth. Its secure SaaS platform facilitates collaboration among partnership and sales teams, allowing them to work together on deals, exchange co-sell referrals directly from their CRM, manage shared pipelines, and monitor performance through a live dashboard. As a leader in Ecosystem Business Management, WorkSpan supports major business ecosystems within the technology and communications sectors, managing over $50 billion in joint pipeline and significantly accelerating the speed to market for joint solutions. The company's clientele includes prominent names such as Microsoft, Cisco, SAP, and Accenture. Founded in January 2015 in Foster City, California, by Amit Sinha, Mayank Bawa, and Milind Joshi, WorkSpan continues to drive productivity and growth for its customers.

SmartRecruiters

Series D in 2019
SmartRecruiters, Inc. is a recruitment software company that offers a comprehensive talent acquisition platform designed to assist businesses in finding, engaging, and hiring candidates. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides a range of services including applicant tracking, candidate sourcing, recruitment marketing, collaborative hiring, and candidate assessment. Its platform is built on a modern cloud infrastructure and features an open marketplace for third-party recruitment services, allowing clients to optimize their hiring processes. SmartRecruiters also offers support in implementation, training, and optimization, ensuring users can effectively utilize its tools. The company has expanded its presence internationally with additional offices in Kraków, Berlin, London, and Paris.

Drop

Series C in 2019
Drop, Inc. operates an online community-driven commerce platform that connects users through shared interests and recommendations. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, the company, formerly known as Massdrop Inc., has grown to host a community of 7 million members. Drop curates a diverse range of innovative products across categories such as audio, technology, apparel, outdoor gear, and cooking. The platform enables users to browse collections, discover products tailored to their passions, and participate in product development, fostering an interactive shopping experience. Users can access Drop's offerings through its website and mobile application.

Prisma SD-WAN

Series C in 2019
Prisma SD-WAN, formerly known as CloudGenix, specializes in software-defined wide-area networking (SD-WAN) solutions designed to support hybrid cloud environments and mobile workforces. The company offers a platform that virtualizes enterprise networks, facilitating user connectivity to cloud and data center applications while minimizing the infrastructure needed for remote offices. Its products centralize critical network functions, such as firewalling and threat detection, and include the ION 2000 hardware appliance, which provides essential SD-WAN capabilities for small and remote offices. By enabling application-specific service-level agreements (SLAs), Prisma SD-WAN enhances application performance based on business priorities. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company caters to various industries, including retail, financial services, automotive, legal, and technology, striving to simplify network design and management while delivering significant cost savings and enhanced security.

Tonal

Series C in 2019
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Appify

Series A in 2019
Appify Systems, Inc. is a software development company that offers a no-code platform designed for businesses to create, deploy, and manage custom applications tailored to their specific digitization needs. The platform allows users to automate essential functions such as data entry and workflows, enhancing overall productivity and operational efficiency. Originally known as Turbo Systems, Inc., the company rebranded to Appify Systems, Inc. in August 2020. Established in 2017, it is headquartered in Campbell, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India. The platform provides a range of configurable modules aimed at improving business processes, including features for field service management, asset tracking, and dynamic workflows, all within a secure and integrated environment.

InfluxData

Series D in 2019
InfluxData Inc. specializes in providing open-source platforms for managing and analyzing time-series data at scale. The company is best known for InfluxDB, its time-series database designed to handle large volumes of time-stamped data generated by IoT devices, applications, networks, and containers. InfluxData also offers a suite of complementary tools, including Telegraf for data collection, Chronograf for visualization, and Kapacitor for processing and alerting. Additionally, the company provides fully-managed InfluxDB clusters through InfluxCloud and offers technical support, training, and consulting services. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, InfluxData serves a diverse range of clients, including prominent organizations like Cisco, IBM, PayPal, and Tesla, enabling them to efficiently store and analyze real-time data for various applications.

Mission Bio

Series B in 2018
Mission Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in tools for studying cellular heterogeneity in human health and life sciences. The company has developed the Tapestri Platform, the first single-cell multi-omics platform, which allows for the simultaneous analysis of genotype and phenotype from the same cell. This platform utilizes proprietary microfluidic droplet technology to enable precise detection of genomic variability at single-cell resolution, facilitating research in various applications, including oncology, blood cancers, solid tumors, and genome editing. Additionally, Mission Bio offers Tapestri Designer, a cloud-based tool for creating customized single-cell DNA panels, further enhancing its capabilities in targeted molecular analysis. Founded in 2011 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company was previously known as Torrent Bio, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

HashiCorp

Series D in 2018
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company specializes in developing multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that addresses the challenges of cloud adoption. HashiCorp's primary products include Terraform, a cloud infrastructure as code tool for provisioning and managing resources; Vault, which secures and controls access to sensitive data; Nomad, a work orchestrator for deploying and managing applications across various environments; and Consul, a tool for service discovery and orchestration. Additionally, HashiCorp offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating identical machine images for multiple platforms. The company aims to provide consistent workflows and a standardized approach to automate infrastructure processes, thereby enabling organizations to effectively run distributed applications in both public and private cloud environments.

Blockfolio

Series A in 2018
Blockfolio, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating a mobile application for cryptocurrency portfolio tracking and management. Founded in 2014 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the application allows users to manage their cryptocurrency holdings by providing real-time prices, market data, and news updates. Users can add various cryptocurrencies to their portfolios, receive alerts on market movements, and connect their accounts with exchanges for automated tracking. Blockfolio aims to keep millions of users informed about developments in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, while maintaining a commitment to free access for both users and token team partners. As of August 2020, Blockfolio operates as a subsidiary of FTX Trading LTD.

Nebula Genomics

Series A in 2018
Nebula Genomics is a company that focuses on human genome sequencing and health data, aiming to create a comprehensive online marketplace for genomic information. Founded in 2016 by Harvard genomics pioneer George Church and his colleagues, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Boston, Massachusetts. Nebula Genomics utilizes blockchain technology to empower consumers by allowing them to maintain control over their genomic data and receive compensation for its use. The platform aggregates extensive genetic information, enabling researchers to analyze data for accelerated drug development and personalized medicine. The company’s DNA sequencing technology covers all genes, regulatory regions, the Y chromosome, and mitochondrial DNA, facilitating in-depth genetic analysis and variant exploration.

Arcadia Data

Series B in 2018
Arcadia Data Inc. is a data analytics company founded in 2012 and based in Campbell, California. It specializes in a unified visual analytics platform that enables businesses to build applications with ease and access data rapidly. The platform operates natively within modern data environments, such as Apache Hadoop, allowing users to perform visual analytics without the need to move data, thus enhancing performance and security. By offering the ability to generate real-time insights and design data-centric applications, Arcadia Data addresses the needs of enterprises in the big data and Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, bridging the gap between self-service data visualization and advanced analytics.

Mammoth Biosciences

Series A in 2018
Mammoth Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative CRISPR solutions for a variety of applications. The company offers DETECTR™, a diagnostic platform that identifies specific nucleic acids in samples, aiding in the detection of diseases such as bacterial infections, cancer, and viral infections. Additionally, Mammoth Biosciences provides CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing, targeting therapeutic areas including immuno-oncology, autoimmune diseases, and liver diseases. By harnessing proprietary ultracompact proteins and leveraging advanced research and development, Mammoth aims to create affordable point-of-care tests and enhance diagnostics across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Co-founded by CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, the company has attracted significant investment from institutional and individual backers.

Infinite Uptime

Series A in 2018
Infinite Uptime, Inc. offers an integrated industrial solution that combines hardware, cloud analytics, and control software to enhance equipment monitoring and decision-making processes. The company's IoT platform automates predictive maintenance for industrial machines, primarily targeting sectors such as steel, power, cement, chemicals, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. Its industrial data analytics platform (IDAP) identifies patterns in data, assesses overall equipment effectiveness, and detects anomalies in real-time, thereby supporting ISO compliance and monitoring productivity trends. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Infinite Uptime also operates an R&D and technology center in Pune, India, alongside a manufacturing facility in Vadodara, India. The company's innovative approach aims to reduce unplanned downtime, improve overall efficiency, and provide actionable insights into plant performance.

Balbix

Series B in 2018
Balbix, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that provides a predictive breach risk and resilience platform aimed at enhancing the security posture of organizations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, Balbix uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to assess and visualize an enterprise's cyber-breach risk across all devices, users, and applications. The platform enables security teams to conduct risk-based vulnerability management, accurately inventory assets, and quantify cyber risks in monetary terms. By predicting critical breach scenarios, Balbix helps organizations prioritize their security operations and projects, ultimately improving their overall cyber resilience. The company has gained recognition as a leader in cybersecurity posture automation and has been acknowledged as a noteworthy player in the industry.

Mission Bio

Series B in 2018
Mission Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in tools for studying cellular heterogeneity in human health and life sciences. The company has developed the Tapestri Platform, the first single-cell multi-omics platform, which allows for the simultaneous analysis of genotype and phenotype from the same cell. This platform utilizes proprietary microfluidic droplet technology to enable precise detection of genomic variability at single-cell resolution, facilitating research in various applications, including oncology, blood cancers, solid tumors, and genome editing. Additionally, Mission Bio offers Tapestri Designer, a cloud-based tool for creating customized single-cell DNA panels, further enhancing its capabilities in targeted molecular analysis. Founded in 2011 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company was previously known as Torrent Bio, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Tonal

Series B in 2018
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Qventus

Series B in 2018
Qventus, Inc. is a technology company that develops an artificial intelligence-based software platform aimed at optimizing hospital operations through real-time data analytics. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Altos, California, Qventus focuses on enhancing operational efficiency in healthcare settings by automating processes and improving patient flow. The platform addresses various operational challenges across hospitals, including emergency departments, operating rooms, and patient safety, by predicting issues, offering immediate recommendations, and encouraging team members to take action. Through its solutions, Qventus seeks to reduce staff workloads, optimize resource utilization, and ultimately help healthcare organizations unlock capacity and drive revenue.

Projector

Series A in 2018
Projector, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing a collaborative, browser-based graphic design platform. This platform empowers professionals, particularly developers and product teams, to create engaging visual content such as videos, GIFs, and social media posts, fostering more impactful communication.

InfluxData

Series C in 2018
InfluxData Inc. specializes in providing open-source platforms for managing and analyzing time-series data at scale. The company is best known for InfluxDB, its time-series database designed to handle large volumes of time-stamped data generated by IoT devices, applications, networks, and containers. InfluxData also offers a suite of complementary tools, including Telegraf for data collection, Chronograf for visualization, and Kapacitor for processing and alerting. Additionally, the company provides fully-managed InfluxDB clusters through InfluxCloud and offers technical support, training, and consulting services. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, InfluxData serves a diverse range of clients, including prominent organizations like Cisco, IBM, PayPal, and Tesla, enabling them to efficiently store and analyze real-time data for various applications.

Grove Collaborative

Series C in 2018
Grove Collaborative, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home and personal care products. Founded in 2012 and initially known as ePantry LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 as a Certified B Corporation, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Grove Collaborative offers a diverse range of products, including laundry detergents, floor cleaners, personal care items, pet supplies, and more. The company is recognized for its flagship brand, Grove Co., as well as its other brands, which prioritize clean ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. Grove is a leader in the zero-waste home care category and aims to be the world's first plastic-neutral retailer, with a goal of becoming 100% plastic-free by 2025. Through its rigorous standards for product selection, Grove Collaborative serves millions of households across the United States, striving to create positive impacts for both people and the environment.

Projector

Series A in 2018
Projector, established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in developing a collaborative, browser-based graphic design platform. This platform empowers professionals, particularly developers and product teams, to create engaging visual content such as videos, GIFs, and social media posts, fostering more impactful communication.

Earny

Series A in 2017
Earny Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company that offers a mobile application designed to provide money protection and refund services to consumers. Founded in 2016, the application functions as a personal assistant that automatically identifies lower prices for items users have previously purchased, allowing them to receive refunds for the difference. Earny's goal is to enhance consumer confidence by ensuring that users never overpay for their purchases, enabling them to shop freely without concerns about pricing discrepancies.

Poshmark

Series E in 2017
Poshmark, Inc. is a social marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of new and secondhand lifestyle products, including apparel, footwear, home items, beauty products, and accessories. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Poshmark combines the personal touch of physical shopping with the convenience of e-commerce, making transactions simple, social, and sustainable. The platform caters to a diverse community of over 80 million registered users across the United States, Canada, Australia, and India. Poshmark promotes sustainable consumption by encouraging users to resell and purchase pre-owned items, thereby fostering a more environmentally conscious approach to fashion and lifestyle choices. With millions of active buyers and sellers, Poshmark is shaping the future of commerce through its innovative platform.

BigPanda

Series B in 2017
BigPanda, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in a data science platform designed to centralize and correlate IT alerts for organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, BigPanda's platform helps IT operations, network operations centers, and DevOps teams detect, investigate, and resolve IT incidents effectively. By leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, the platform transforms numerous daily IT alerts from various fragmented systems into actionable insights, enabling users to automate incident management and improve overall service performance. BigPanda serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, technology, and media, with notable clients such as Intel, TiVO, and Workday, assisting them in reducing operational costs and enhancing their digital transformation efforts.

HashiCorp

Series C in 2017
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company specializes in developing multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that addresses the challenges of cloud adoption. HashiCorp's primary products include Terraform, a cloud infrastructure as code tool for provisioning and managing resources; Vault, which secures and controls access to sensitive data; Nomad, a work orchestrator for deploying and managing applications across various environments; and Consul, a tool for service discovery and orchestration. Additionally, HashiCorp offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating identical machine images for multiple platforms. The company aims to provide consistent workflows and a standardized approach to automate infrastructure processes, thereby enabling organizations to effectively run distributed applications in both public and private cloud environments.

Mission Bio

Series A in 2017
Mission Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in tools for studying cellular heterogeneity in human health and life sciences. The company has developed the Tapestri Platform, the first single-cell multi-omics platform, which allows for the simultaneous analysis of genotype and phenotype from the same cell. This platform utilizes proprietary microfluidic droplet technology to enable precise detection of genomic variability at single-cell resolution, facilitating research in various applications, including oncology, blood cancers, solid tumors, and genome editing. Additionally, Mission Bio offers Tapestri Designer, a cloud-based tool for creating customized single-cell DNA panels, further enhancing its capabilities in targeted molecular analysis. Founded in 2011 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company was previously known as Torrent Bio, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Stockpile

Series B in 2017
Stockpile, Inc., founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, operates in the financial services sector, focusing on making investing accessible for young and first-time investors. The company provides a platform that simplifies the investment process, allowing users to open free accounts, purchase individual stocks, and set up automatic investment plans. Through features such as zero fee trading, custodial accounts, gift cards, and fractional investing, Stockpile enables individuals to invest in blue chip stocks without the high costs typically associated with these investments. The platform also includes educational resources, offering free mini-lessons to help users understand stock investing. Stockpile Investments, Inc. is a registered broker-dealer and a member of FINRA and SIPC, reflecting its commitment to regulatory compliance and investor protection. The company has garnered attention from prominent publications and maintains a high user rating on app stores.

Tripp

Series A in 2017
Tripp Inc. is a company focused on developing a digital psychedelic wellness platform that utilizes virtual and augmented reality to enhance emotional well-being. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with a satellite office in Chicago, the company creates immersive experiences that combine audio, visual elements, and gameplay mechanics to promote mindfulness and transformation. Tripp’s offerings are informed by scientific research indicating that interactive digital experiences can positively influence brain function. Through its platform, the company delivers wellness solutions designed to help users manage their emotions, reduce stress and anxiety, and achieve a state of calm and focus.

WorkSpan

Series A in 2017
WorkSpan is a co-sell management network that enables companies to enhance and scale their co-sell revenue growth. Its secure SaaS platform facilitates collaboration among partnership and sales teams, allowing them to work together on deals, exchange co-sell referrals directly from their CRM, manage shared pipelines, and monitor performance through a live dashboard. As a leader in Ecosystem Business Management, WorkSpan supports major business ecosystems within the technology and communications sectors, managing over $50 billion in joint pipeline and significantly accelerating the speed to market for joint solutions. The company's clientele includes prominent names such as Microsoft, Cisco, SAP, and Accenture. Founded in January 2015 in Foster City, California, by Amit Sinha, Mayank Bawa, and Milind Joshi, WorkSpan continues to drive productivity and growth for its customers.

Balbix

Series A in 2017
Balbix, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that provides a predictive breach risk and resilience platform aimed at enhancing the security posture of organizations. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, Balbix uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to assess and visualize an enterprise's cyber-breach risk across all devices, users, and applications. The platform enables security teams to conduct risk-based vulnerability management, accurately inventory assets, and quantify cyber risks in monetary terms. By predicting critical breach scenarios, Balbix helps organizations prioritize their security operations and projects, ultimately improving their overall cyber resilience. The company has gained recognition as a leader in cybersecurity posture automation and has been acknowledged as a noteworthy player in the industry.

Mammoth Biosciences

Seed Round in 2017
Mammoth Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative CRISPR solutions for a variety of applications. The company offers DETECTR™, a diagnostic platform that identifies specific nucleic acids in samples, aiding in the detection of diseases such as bacterial infections, cancer, and viral infections. Additionally, Mammoth Biosciences provides CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing, targeting therapeutic areas including immuno-oncology, autoimmune diseases, and liver diseases. By harnessing proprietary ultracompact proteins and leveraging advanced research and development, Mammoth aims to create affordable point-of-care tests and enhance diagnostics across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Co-founded by CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, the company has attracted significant investment from institutional and individual backers.

Grove Collaborative

Series B in 2017
Grove Collaborative, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home and personal care products. Founded in 2012 and initially known as ePantry LLC, the company rebranded in 2016 as a Certified B Corporation, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Grove Collaborative offers a diverse range of products, including laundry detergents, floor cleaners, personal care items, pet supplies, and more. The company is recognized for its flagship brand, Grove Co., as well as its other brands, which prioritize clean ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. Grove is a leader in the zero-waste home care category and aims to be the world's first plastic-neutral retailer, with a goal of becoming 100% plastic-free by 2025. Through its rigorous standards for product selection, Grove Collaborative serves millions of households across the United States, striving to create positive impacts for both people and the environment.

3D Robotics

Series D in 2017
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones, specializing in advanced aerial technology for sectors such as construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecommunications, and public safety. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys. Site Scan facilitates the creation of 2D maps and 3D models, while the company also provides the Pixhawk autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. 3D Robotics focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and land mapping, enabling clients to collect accurate aerial data and transform it into actionable insights for informed decision-making at construction sites. The company distributes its products through resellers and its online store globally.

Qventus

Series A in 2016
Qventus, Inc. is a technology company that develops an artificial intelligence-based software platform aimed at optimizing hospital operations through real-time data analytics. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Altos, California, Qventus focuses on enhancing operational efficiency in healthcare settings by automating processes and improving patient flow. The platform addresses various operational challenges across hospitals, including emergency departments, operating rooms, and patient safety, by predicting issues, offering immediate recommendations, and encouraging team members to take action. Through its solutions, Qventus seeks to reduce staff workloads, optimize resource utilization, and ultimately help healthcare organizations unlock capacity and drive revenue.

Plus

Seed Round in 2016
Plus is a global provider of highly automated and fully autonomous driving solutions, headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with operations in the U.S. and Germany. The company develops AI-based autonomous driving software that addresses the driving intelligence challenge, utilizing an advanced autonomy technology platform. This platform is designed to enable safe, high-performance, and affordable autonomous vehicles at scale, employing a comprehensive 360-degree sensing system that integrates radar, LiDAR, and cameras for object detection. Plus collaborates with leading vehicle manufacturers, fleets, and technology companies worldwide, contributing to safer, more comfortable, and sustainable driving experiences. The company has garnered recognition for its innovative technology and business progress from multiple industry awards and publications.

Versa Networks

Series C in 2016
Versa Networks, Inc. is a company specializing in software-defined networking (SDN) solutions with a focus on virtualized network functions and services. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Versa aims to secure and simplify modern networks for enterprises and service providers. Their offerings include Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), which integrates security and advanced networking capabilities, alongside a full-featured software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN). Versa's platform supports multitenancy and sophisticated analytics, allowing deployment across cloud, on-premises, or hybrid environments. This versatility helps organizations reduce costs associated with wide area networks and branch infrastructure. Thousands of customers globally rely on Versa to manage their networking and security needs.

Fungible

Series A in 2016
Fungible, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions for cloud data centers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Fungible aims to enhance data movement through innovative technology. The company's core offering includes a low latency, high throughput, and highly programmable chip designed to optimize data flow in data centers. Additionally, Fungible provides full-stack infrastructure software that leverages standard components, protocols, and interfaces, focusing on improving the economics, security, and reliability of cloud data centers to meet evolving infrastructure demands. The founders of Fungible bring substantial experience from the networking, silicon, and software sectors, positioning the company to make a significant impact in the data center industry.

InfluxData

Series B in 2016
InfluxData Inc. specializes in providing open-source platforms for managing and analyzing time-series data at scale. The company is best known for InfluxDB, its time-series database designed to handle large volumes of time-stamped data generated by IoT devices, applications, networks, and containers. InfluxData also offers a suite of complementary tools, including Telegraf for data collection, Chronograf for visualization, and Kapacitor for processing and alerting. Additionally, the company provides fully-managed InfluxDB clusters through InfluxCloud and offers technical support, training, and consulting services. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, InfluxData serves a diverse range of clients, including prominent organizations like Cisco, IBM, PayPal, and Tesla, enabling them to efficiently store and analyze real-time data for various applications.

HashiCorp

Series B in 2016
HashiCorp, Inc. is an open-source software company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Mitchell Hashimoto and Armon Dadgar. The company specializes in developing multi-cloud infrastructure automation software that addresses the challenges of cloud adoption. HashiCorp's primary products include Terraform, a cloud infrastructure as code tool for provisioning and managing resources; Vault, which secures and controls access to sensitive data; Nomad, a work orchestrator for deploying and managing applications across various environments; and Consul, a tool for service discovery and orchestration. Additionally, HashiCorp offers Vagrant for creating reproducible development environments and Packer for generating identical machine images for multiple platforms. The company aims to provide consistent workflows and a standardized approach to automate infrastructure processes, thereby enabling organizations to effectively run distributed applications in both public and private cloud environments.

SmartRecruiters

Series C in 2016
SmartRecruiters, Inc. is a recruitment software company that offers a comprehensive talent acquisition platform designed to assist businesses in finding, engaging, and hiring candidates. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides a range of services including applicant tracking, candidate sourcing, recruitment marketing, collaborative hiring, and candidate assessment. Its platform is built on a modern cloud infrastructure and features an open marketplace for third-party recruitment services, allowing clients to optimize their hiring processes. SmartRecruiters also offers support in implementation, training, and optimization, ensuring users can effectively utilize its tools. The company has expanded its presence internationally with additional offices in Kraków, Berlin, London, and Paris.

BigPanda

Series B in 2016
BigPanda, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in a data science platform designed to centralize and correlate IT alerts for organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, BigPanda's platform helps IT operations, network operations centers, and DevOps teams detect, investigate, and resolve IT incidents effectively. By leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, the platform transforms numerous daily IT alerts from various fragmented systems into actionable insights, enabling users to automate incident management and improve overall service performance. BigPanda serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, technology, and media, with notable clients such as Intel, TiVO, and Workday, assisting them in reducing operational costs and enhancing their digital transformation efforts.

Rancher Labs

Series B in 2016
Rancher Labs, established in 2014, specializes in open-source container management software for enterprises. Its platform, Rancher, simplifies managing Kubernetes clusters, both on-premise and hybrid, for enhanced security and accelerated transformation. Key products include RKE, a Kubernetes distribution engine, and RIO, an application deployment engine for Kubernetes. With over 80 million downloads and enterprise-class support, Rancher Labs enables users to efficiently manage various aspects of running containers in development and production environments. The company, headquartered in Cupertino, California, operates globally and was acquired by SUSE GmbH in 2020.

MIPS

Venture Round in 2016
MIPS Technologies, Inc. specializes in developing compute processors and related intellectual property (IP) that cater to AI-driven markets, including automotive, data centers, and both wired and wireless communications. The company focuses on RISC-V instruction set architectures (ISA), offering designs that are applicable to various sectors through licensing agreements with semiconductor firms and original equipment manufacturers. MIPS provides a range of embedded processors that can be tailored for standard, custom, semi-custom, and application-specific products, facilitating the creation of advanced deep learning applications. Its solutions enhance performance and power efficiency, enabling clients to meet stringent requirements and distinguish their products in competitive markets. MIPS operates sales offices in California, Japan, and Israel, supporting its global reach and client base.

Brighter

Series D in 2016
Brighter, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in providing a platform connecting patients, providers, and payers. Founded in 2010, Brighter offers consumer-focused dental benefits tailored for employees of self-insured companies and licenses its engagement platforms to large insurance carriers. The company aims to transform the health insurance landscape by empowering patients to become active healthcare consumers through a seamless online and mobile experience. By leveraging technology to streamline interactions and reduce administrative costs, Brighter pre-negotiates rates for common dental procedures within its network of approved dentists, facilitating affordable and convenient access to healthcare services. As a subsidiary of Cigna Corporation, Brighter combines expertise from various industries, including health insurance and technology, to enhance the consumer experience in healthcare.

Poshmark

Series D in 2016
Poshmark, Inc. is a social marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of new and secondhand lifestyle products, including apparel, footwear, home items, beauty products, and accessories. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Poshmark combines the personal touch of physical shopping with the convenience of e-commerce, making transactions simple, social, and sustainable. The platform caters to a diverse community of over 80 million registered users across the United States, Canada, Australia, and India. Poshmark promotes sustainable consumption by encouraging users to resell and purchase pre-owned items, thereby fostering a more environmentally conscious approach to fashion and lifestyle choices. With millions of active buyers and sellers, Poshmark is shaping the future of commerce through its innovative platform.
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