Roomstorm
Seed Round in 2015
Roomstorm, formerly known as WalkSource, operates an innovative online hotel booking platform designed to enhance sales and streamline reservations for hoteliers. The company specializes in assisting hotels with managing overbooked guests by connecting them with nearby accommodations, thereby facilitating efficient guest relocations. Roomstorm's platform also addresses the needs of airlines by providing housing solutions for passengers during flight disruptions. By enabling revenue teams to maximize sellout nights and quickly process guest relocations, Roomstorm enhances operational efficiency for hotels. The company currently serves over 400 hotels in the Bay Area and has recently expanded its partnerships to include airlines, such as Virgin America. This approach not only helps hotels optimize their bookings but also ensures a smoother experience for guests facing relocation.
Actionfigure
Angel Round in 2015
TransitScreen, Inc. specializes in developing software for digital displays that deliver real-time transit information across various transportation modes, including subways, buses, trains, bikeshare, and carshare. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company offers solutions tailored for a diverse range of clients, including property managers, educational institutions, transit agencies, and cities. Its flagship product, TransitScreen, powers live transportation displays in building lobbies, showcasing public transit options as well as shared mobility services like bike and car rentals. Additionally, the company provides CityMotion, a mobile app designed for commuters that integrates employer shuttle services and parking information. Another offering, CommuteWise, serves as an educational tool that assists users in creating personalized commute plans, facilitating a smoother transition when starting a new job or returning to the office.
Contactually
Seed Round in 2014
Contactually, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in web-based customer relationship management (CRM) software and contract management solutions. Founded in 2011, Contactually offers a platform that aggregates contact information and enhances it with data from email service providers, social media, and mobile devices. The platform is designed to improve relationship management by allowing users to synchronize communication histories, organize and prioritize contacts, and automate processes such as email templates and workflows. It employs artificial intelligence to help users engage with their contacts more effectively, particularly in industries like real estate, finance, consulting, and education. Contactually's tools enable clients to monitor team performance and streamline communication, ultimately enhancing client relationships and operational efficiency. The company became a subsidiary of Urban Compass, Inc. in February 2019.
Kash is a mobile payment company based in San Francisco that offers a direct bank payment solution, allowing transactions to be processed without the need for credit cards or intermediaries. By utilizing its SecureDebit technology, Kash provides a low-cost alternative for high-volume retailers, enabling them to save between 2% to 5% on transaction processing fees by avoiding interchange and chargeback fraud. The company's application facilitates online payments, enabling large enterprises and e-commerce businesses to accept payments directly from customers' bank accounts. Kash leverages funding from various investors to enhance its technology and expand its market presence.
nvite is an innovative event engagement platform that redefines the way social events are planned, attended, and experienced. By combining user-friendly tools for online ticketing and registration, nvite facilitates seamless organization for event planners while enhancing attendee engagement before, during, and after events. This approach fosters a more interactive and enjoyable experience for all participants, setting it apart from traditional invitation services. The platform is designed to cater to both organizers and attendees, promoting a collaborative environment that benefits everyone involved in the event process.
Roomstorm
Seed Round in 2014
Roomstorm, formerly known as WalkSource, operates an innovative online hotel booking platform designed to enhance sales and streamline reservations for hoteliers. The company specializes in assisting hotels with managing overbooked guests by connecting them with nearby accommodations, thereby facilitating efficient guest relocations. Roomstorm's platform also addresses the needs of airlines by providing housing solutions for passengers during flight disruptions. By enabling revenue teams to maximize sellout nights and quickly process guest relocations, Roomstorm enhances operational efficiency for hotels. The company currently serves over 400 hotels in the Bay Area and has recently expanded its partnerships to include airlines, such as Virgin America. This approach not only helps hotels optimize their bookings but also ensures a smoother experience for guests facing relocation.
WOMeN.COM
Seed Round in 2014
Women.com is an online interactive publishing platform designed to support and promote content, conversation, and community for women. It serves as a destination for women to engage in discussions, share their experiences, and express their unique voices. The platform features an online forum where users can communicate and connect with one another, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. Additionally, Women.com allows users to create quizzes and other engaging content, enhancing the interactive experience for its audience.
Fixed is a mobile application founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, that assists users in contesting parking tickets. The app employs an algorithm to analyze ticket information for inaccuracies, enabling users to identify potential defenses. By allowing drivers to submit a photo of their ticket, the application facilitates a computerized review and generates a customized letter to the relevant municipality, streamlining the process of disputing parking fines.
Speek Inc. is a provider of web-based conference calling solutions based in Dulles, Virginia, established in 2006. The company offers a unique service that simplifies the conference calling experience by eliminating the need for dial-ins, PINs, or downloads. Instead, users are given a personal or business link, which can be shared via email, calendar invites, instant messages, or text messages to facilitate easy access to conference calls. Participants can join calls through their phone, web, or mobile browser, and the platform includes features such as participant visibility, file sharing, and call controls. As of June 2015, Speek operates as a subsidiary of Jive Communications, Inc.