Next Play Capital is a venture capital investment platform established in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company focuses on providing specialized investors with access to premier venture capital funds and high-potential companies. By facilitating these connections, Next Play Capital aims to enhance investment opportunities and foster growth in the venture capital landscape.
Coactive AI is a machine learning platform focused on transforming unstructured image and video data into actionable insights. By providing an application programming interface, the company empowers data practitioners and teams to effectively utilize visual data alongside conventional big data tools. Coactive AI employs advanced techniques in data-centric artificial intelligence to enhance the usability of visual data, allowing analysts to derive meaningful insights quickly and efficiently. The platform aims to simplify the challenges associated with managing unstructured data, making it accessible and valuable for data-driven decision-making.
Coactive AI
Series A in 2023
Coactive AI is a machine learning platform that unlocks analytics and insights from unstructured image and video data. Coactive AI brings unstructured data and assists analysts in making image and video data useful. Providing unprecedented insights, ease of use, and lightning-fast speeds.
NorthOne
Series B in 2022
NorthOne Inc. provides digital banking solutions tailored for small businesses, startups, and freelancers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in New York and Boston, the company offers a mobile-first banking app that integrates various financial tools in a single platform. Users can manage their finances through features such as automated tax, payroll, and rent envelopes, and the ability to make deposits from anywhere. The app is accessible on iOS, Android, and desktop, ensuring a seamless banking experience while allowing businesses to focus more on their operations and community engagement.
Nightfall
Series B in 2022
Nightfall is a cloud data protection platform that utilizes machine learning to identify and manage business-critical data across various applications. It integrates seamlessly with all SaaS, APIs, and data infrastructures, automatically classifying sensitive information to ensure comprehensive data protection. The platform addresses data exposure and hygiene issues without impacting end users by setting up automated workflows for quarantines, deletions, and alerts. Additionally, Nightfall offers a Developer Platform that provides flexible APIs and SDKs, allowing developers to incorporate its data classification and protection capabilities into their applications. This approach not only enhances security but also saves time for users, helping organizations maintain the safety of their business data.
La Haus
Series C in 2022
La Haus is a digital residential marketplace founded in 2017 and headquartered in Medellín, Antioquia. The platform is designed to assist individuals in locating their ideal homes by offering a wide range of property listings and recommendations from real estate specialists, all at no cost to the user. By providing a structured approach to home searching, La Haus aims to simplify the process and help customers save money while exploring trustworthy new-home projects.
Gametime
Venture Round in 2022
Gametime is a mobile platform that specializes in selling last-minute tickets for a variety of live events, including sports, concerts, and theater, across the United States and Canada. The service simplifies the ticket purchasing process by curating a selection of the best available options from over 10,000 seats, allowing clients to choose from 50 top values. Each ticket option is accompanied by a high-resolution panoramic photo, providing users with a preview of the view from their chosen section. The platform features interactive seat maps that allow for easy comparison of prices and locations, enhancing the customer experience. Tickets are conveniently delivered directly to the user's phone, facilitating instant access to entertainment.
Kitopi
Series C in 2022
Kitopi is a Kitchen as a Service (KaaS) platform that facilitates the establishment of delivery-only restaurant locations by offering managed kitchen infrastructure and software solutions. Founded in 2018 by Mohamad Ballout, Saman Darkan, Bader Ataya, and Andy Arenas, Kitopi operates a network of over 60 cloud kitchens across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The company enables restaurateurs to minimize capital expenditure and streamline operations by providing essential services such as management, call assistance, delivery management, trained staff, and specialized technology. Although Kitopi expanded into the United States in 2019, it exited the market following the onset of the pandemic.
Welcome Tech
Venture Round in 2022
Welcome Tech is a platform focused on supporting the 250 million global immigrant communities by connecting them with essential information, products, and services. The company serves over 9 million immigrants annually and has nearly 2 million active users. By utilizing a data-driven approach, Welcome Tech offers tailored solutions across various sectors, including finance, education, healthcare, telecommunications, and government services. Founded by experts in immigration and technology, the platform employs proprietary data and recommendation algorithms to deliver relevant services that empower immigrant families. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Welcome Tech aims to help immigrants become informed, confident, and active participants in their new communities.
AiFi
Series B in 2022
AiFi Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for retail. Founded in 2016, AiFi has developed a cashier-free software platform that utilizes sensor and camera networks to track shoppers as they navigate stores, fill their carts, and complete purchases seamlessly. This technology allows retailers to gather valuable data on inventory management and consumer shopping behaviors. The platform's flexibility enables it to adapt to various store formats without requiring additional shelf sensors, supporting different shopping experiences through app-based, credit card, or hybrid entry methods. AiFi has established partnerships with retailers worldwide, including major brands such as ALDI South Group, Carrefour, and Morrisons, and it operates the largest number of computer vision-powered autonomous stores globally. The company has secured $80 million in funding from notable investors, positioning it as a leader in the field of autonomous shopping solutions.
Platform Science
Series C in 2022
Platform Science, Inc. specializes in developing and integrating hardware and software solutions alongside IoT infrastructure for the transportation sector. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers a connected vehicle platform that provides essential telematics functionality, including applications for compliance, safety, and productivity. This platform supports dynamic hardware configurations and partner integrations, facilitating innovations within the ecosystem. Additionally, Platform Science provides fleet management applications that enhance compliance, improve driver experience, and optimize productivity. Operating as a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America, the company focuses on adapting its services to meet the evolving needs of the logistics industry and regulatory landscape.
Babylist
Series C in 2021
Babylist is a vertical marketplace specializing in baby products, influencing the purchase decisions of over 8 million people annually. The company leverages proprietary technology and extensive data to provide objective editorial advice, recommending tested and reliable products to new parents. Babylist's registries facilitate connections between new parents and their friends and family, allowing loved ones to assist in shopping, planning, and preparing for the arrival of a child. By serving as a trusted resource in the $67 billion baby products market, Babylist has established itself as a leading brand for growing families, ensuring that they feel confident and supported throughout their parenting journey.
Kitopi
Series C in 2021
Kitopi is a Kitchen as a Service (KaaS) platform that facilitates the establishment of delivery-only restaurant locations by offering managed kitchen infrastructure and software solutions. Founded in 2018 by Mohamad Ballout, Saman Darkan, Bader Ataya, and Andy Arenas, Kitopi operates a network of over 60 cloud kitchens across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The company enables restaurateurs to minimize capital expenditure and streamline operations by providing essential services such as management, call assistance, delivery management, trained staff, and specialized technology. Although Kitopi expanded into the United States in 2019, it exited the market following the onset of the pandemic.
Guild
Series E in 2021
Guild's lifelong learning platform offers classes, programs, and degrees for working adults, with a path for them to move forward in their education and careers. It offers these adults support from start to finish, with their technology platform for discovery, learning, and organizing the experience, and extra support with their tech-enabled student advising model.
Toucan
Seed Round in 2021
Toucan is a company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2019. It specializes in a Google Chrome extension designed to facilitate language learning and communication. The extension allows users to translate words and phrases into various languages while browsing the web, enhancing vocabulary acquisition in a natural context without the need for traditional methods such as flashcards or formal classes. By employing experts in habit formation, learning, and human behavior, Toucan aims to create an effective and engaging language learning experience for its users.
Welcome Tech
Series B in 2021
Welcome Tech is a platform focused on supporting the 250 million global immigrant communities by connecting them with essential information, products, and services. The company serves over 9 million immigrants annually and has nearly 2 million active users. By utilizing a data-driven approach, Welcome Tech offers tailored solutions across various sectors, including finance, education, healthcare, telecommunications, and government services. Founded by experts in immigration and technology, the platform employs proprietary data and recommendation algorithms to deliver relevant services that empower immigrant families. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Welcome Tech aims to help immigrants become informed, confident, and active participants in their new communities.
Syndio
Series B in 2021
Syndio is an enterprise people analytics company focused on promoting workplace equity and addressing pay disparities related to gender, race, and ethnicity. Founded in 2009 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Syndio provides a cloud-based platform that offers tools for pay equity analysis and HR analytics. Its solutions, including PayEQ and PeopleEQ, enable organizations to identify and resolve pay equity issues, thereby minimizing legal risks and enhancing their ability to attract and retain top talent. The platform allows companies to conduct real-time analyses of employee compensation, identifying potential pay gaps among similar roles and modeling the impact of workforce changes. By fostering transparency and fairness in compensation practices, Syndio aids businesses in building a positive brand reputation and achieving sustainable equity in the workplace.
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.
Hippo Insurance
Series E in 2020
Hippo Insurance Services is a home insurance provider focused on enhancing the protection and safety of homeowners. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Austin and Dallas, the company offers innovative insurance solutions that cover a wide range of household needs, including electronics, home offices, and service line protection. By leveraging real-time data and smart home technology, Hippo is developing an integrated home protection platform aimed at reducing homeowners' concerns and improving their overall experience. The company operates across 37 states, making its products accessible to over 80 percent of U.S. homeowners. Hippo's business model includes a Services segment that generates fees and commissions without assuming underwriting risk and an Insurance-as-a-Service segment that supports third-party managing general agents, while the Hippo Home Insurance Program directly engages in homeowners insurance. The majority of Hippo's revenue is derived from the Insurance-as-a-Service segment.
Lime
Venture Round in 2020
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.
SureSale
Series A in 2020
SureSale’s Certification as a Service platform and marketplace allow dealers and private sellers to certify and market used vehicles.
Guild
Series D in 2019
Guild's lifelong learning platform offers classes, programs, and degrees for working adults, with a path for them to move forward in their education and careers. It offers these adults support from start to finish, with their technology platform for discovery, learning, and organizing the experience, and extra support with their tech-enabled student advising model.
ScaleFactor
Series C in 2019
ScaleFactor provides accounting and finance software with automated bookkeeping, proactive alerts, and other features. It is a smart accounting and finance software that changes the way modern businesses operate. By automating complex accounting tasks and translating financial information into usable business insights, ScaleFactor is enabling business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs to focus on what they love: running and growing their business. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Right Rice
Series B in 2019
RightRice is a tasty new rice grain that's made from vegetables. It's what they all love about rice, but made even right-er. RightRice is a complete, plant-based protein that's delicious, nutritious, and easy to cook. Every bowl of RightRice has more than double the protein, five times the fiber, and almost 40 percent fewer net carbs than a bowl of white rice. Just like rice, RightRice soaks up your favorite flavors and sauces. Original RightRice is ready to season your own way, or you can try one of their delicious, already seasoned varieties like Lemon Pepper, Spanish or Garlic Herb—all using real herbs and spices, nothing artificial, non-GMO, vegan, and a complete source of protein, all with a low glycemic index.
ThoughtSpot
Series E in 2019
ThoughtSpot, Inc. specializes in search-driven analytics for enterprises, providing a platform that enables users to analyze complex data through an intuitive natural language search interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers tools for generating instant charts, building reports, and sharing insights across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and financial services. Its AI-native platform empowers users to uncover actionable insights quickly, facilitating data-driven decision-making. The technology connects seamlessly with diverse data sources, whether on-premise or cloud-based, allowing businesses to manage and analyze large-scale enterprise data efficiently. ThoughtSpot has established strategic partnerships and serves notable clients that leverage its capabilities to enhance operational outcomes. Additionally, the company provides a low-code solution for developers to integrate analytics directly into their products. With locations in multiple countries, ThoughtSpot is expanding its reach in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
Carbon
Series E in 2019
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.
Exabeam
Series E in 2019
Exabeam, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in security management solutions designed to enhance threat detection, investigation, and response. Its platform leverages behavioral analytics to identify risky activities within a network, connecting user actions across various accounts and devices to create coherent timelines. This allows analysts to quickly respond to potential incidents. Exabeam's offerings include Threat Hunter, a tool for security intelligence queries, and the Exabeam Threat Intelligence Service, which aggregates threat indicators from multiple sources. The company also provides Exabeam Spectrum for cloud deployment options and Exabeam Data Lake for storing critical log data. Their technology is applicable in areas such as insider threats, data loss prevention, and account monitoring. With a focus on automation and AI innovation, Exabeam aims to improve the efficiency of security operations centers. Established in 2013, the company is headquartered in San Mateo, California, and has a presence in Foster City, California, with strategic partnerships that enhance its service offerings.
UiPath
Series D in 2019
UiPath Inc. develops robotic process automation (RPA) software for enterprises, providing a comprehensive platform designed for hyper automation. This platform enables organizations to identify automation opportunities, build and manage automations, and optimize them at scale. It integrates artificial intelligence to facilitate seamless collaboration between human workers and robots, enhancing operational efficiency. UiPath's solutions cater to a diverse range of industries, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail, automating various processes such as accounts payable, claims processing, and customer service. Established in 2005 and headquartered in New York, UiPath also offers deployment options in both cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring robust governance and control over automation initiatives.
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.
Impira
Series B in 2019
Impira, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that specializes in managing unstructured data through its artificial intelligence platform. Founded in 2017, Impira offers a solution that integrates with existing systems to consolidate various data sources, including product information, images, and documents. Its primary product streamlines workflows by automating the extraction and organization of data from files such as PDFs and scanned documents, enabling nontechnical users to easily retrieve structured information. Additionally, the company provides Mango, a platform specifically designed for searching contracts and extracting key fields like party names and effective dates. By employing machine learning and computer vision, Impira enhances the efficiency of data management and supports users in focusing on more strategic tasks, ultimately improving productivity and workplace morale.
Right Rice
Venture Round in 2019
RightRice is a tasty new rice grain that's made from vegetables. It's what they all love about rice, but made even right-er. RightRice is a complete, plant-based protein that's delicious, nutritious, and easy to cook. Every bowl of RightRice has more than double the protein, five times the fiber, and almost 40 percent fewer net carbs than a bowl of white rice. Just like rice, RightRice soaks up your favorite flavors and sauces. Original RightRice is ready to season your own way, or you can try one of their delicious, already seasoned varieties like Lemon Pepper, Spanish or Garlic Herb—all using real herbs and spices, nothing artificial, non-GMO, vegan, and a complete source of protein, all with a low glycemic index.
Flexport
Series D in 2019
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that offers online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a comprehensive online dashboard that allows businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track essential services for global trade. Flexport's offerings include customs brokerage, which encompasses customs clearances, bonds, product classification, and government filings, as well as freight forwarding services such as ocean, air, and road transport. The company also delivers supply chain solutions, including cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, fulfillment, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to fulfillment centers.
Affinity
Series B in 2019
Affinity is a relationship intelligence platform built to expand and evolve the traditional CRM. Affinity instantly surfaces all of your team's data and shows you who is best suited to make the crucial introductions you need to close your next big deal. Using AI and natural language processing, Affinity helps your team curate and grow its network by unlocking introductions to decision makers and auto-populating your pipeline to increase deal flow. -- Leverage your network: Map out your team's relationship graph to most effectively source the next big deal -- VCs, level up your portfolio: Ally with your portfolio companies and discover how you can introduce them to key prospects and help them raise their next round -- Startups, get the intro: Map out your team's relationship graph. Discover the entire rolodex of prospects your investors and advisors are connected to and unearth valuable introductions -- Reduce complexity: Get rid of spreadsheets for contact management and receive instant updates related to your pipeline as your team works -- Effectively manage pipeline: Keep track of meetings, manage follow-ups, and receive instant updates related to your pipeline as your team works It's time to adopt a CRM that makes your job easier and maximizes your team and investor's most valuable asset - their networks. Affinity has raised $13.5MM led by 8VC (Joe Lonsdale: Palantir, Addepar, OpenGov), Sway Ventures, Pear Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital & Western Technology Investment.
Lime
Series D in 2019
Lime is a transportation company that focuses on providing sustainable solutions for urban mobility by offering electric scooters and bike-sharing services. The company partners with cities to deploy a fleet of electric bikes and scooters equipped with GPS and self-activating locks, which allows users to access affordable and reliable transportation options. Lime aims to address the first- and last-mile transportation challenges, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives that help reduce carbon footprints. By encouraging a shift in transportation behavior, Lime seeks to empower future generations to contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Caliva
Series A in 2019
Caliva, Inc. is a cannabis company based in San Jose, California, established in 2015. It operates as both a cultivation facility and a premier dispensary, recognized for its advanced, pharmaceutical-grade cannabis production. Caliva offers a diverse range of cannabis products, including vapes, flower, edibles, and wellness items. Its product lineup features notable brands such as leune vapes, dogwalker pre-rolls, and wyld gummies. The company emphasizes the medicinal and wellness benefits of cannabis, aiming to provide a safe, regulated, and consistent source for consumers. Caliva serves its customers through retail stores and an online platform, ensuring accessible and sustainable wellness choices. The company has garnered attention for its commitment to quality, with each strain meticulously selected for its genetics and medicinal properties, further reinforced by rigorous testing to maintain high standards.
Rubrik
Series E in 2019
Rubrik offers live data access for recovery and application development by fusing enterprise data management with web-scale IT and eliminating backup software. This marks the end of a decade-long innovation drought in backup and recovery, the backbone of IT. Within minutes, businesses can manage the explosion of data across private and public clouds.
Coinbase Ventures
Secondary Market in 2018
Coinbase, Inc. is a digital currency platform that enables merchants, consumers, and traders to buy, sell, and store cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a range of services including a user-friendly website for transactions, a digital wallet, and merchant payment processing tools. These offerings facilitate seamless transactions for users and support a variety of online businesses. Coinbase's mission is to create an open financial system accessible to individuals worldwide, fostering the adoption of cryptocurrencies and enhancing the overall digital financial landscape.
Coinbase Ventures
Series E in 2018
Coinbase, Inc. is a digital currency platform that enables merchants, consumers, and traders to buy, sell, and store cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a range of services including a user-friendly website for transactions, a digital wallet, and merchant payment processing tools. These offerings facilitate seamless transactions for users and support a variety of online businesses. Coinbase's mission is to create an open financial system accessible to individuals worldwide, fostering the adoption of cryptocurrencies and enhancing the overall digital financial landscape.
ByteDance
Series E in 2018
ByteDance is a technology company that develops and operates a range of content platforms, most notably TikTok and Douyin. It aims to enhance user experiences through innovative technology, allowing individuals to connect, create, and consume content seamlessly. The company specializes in mobile applications that cater to online media, entertainment, and social networking, leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver personalized content that aligns with users' preferences. In addition to its flagship platforms, ByteDance provides tools that facilitate content creation and collaboration, reflecting its commitment to enriching lives through technology.
RevUp Software
Series A in 2018
RevUp Software is bringing leading-edge, easy to use analytics to Non-Profits, Academic Institutions and Political Organizations. We help fundraisers, while working with existing software, create new ways to identify, target, and engage their networks.
Brandless
Series C in 2018
Brandless, Inc. is an online consumer commerce platform based in San Francisco, California, that offers a diverse range of products across several categories. Founded in 2015, the company sells food items such as snacks, granola, and baby food, as well as home essentials including cleaning supplies, tableware, and office products. Additionally, Brandless provides beauty and personal care items, health and wellness products like vitamins and supplements, baby products, and pet supplies. The company aims to create a marketplace that empowers consumers to make healthier and more sustainable choices for themselves, their families, and the environment by prioritizing quality and collaboration.
ThoughtSpot
Series D in 2018
ThoughtSpot, Inc. specializes in search-driven analytics for enterprises, providing a platform that enables users to analyze complex data through an intuitive natural language search interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers tools for generating instant charts, building reports, and sharing insights across various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and financial services. Its AI-native platform empowers users to uncover actionable insights quickly, facilitating data-driven decision-making. The technology connects seamlessly with diverse data sources, whether on-premise or cloud-based, allowing businesses to manage and analyze large-scale enterprise data efficiently. ThoughtSpot has established strategic partnerships and serves notable clients that leverage its capabilities to enhance operational outcomes. Additionally, the company provides a low-code solution for developers to integrate analytics directly into their products. With locations in multiple countries, ThoughtSpot is expanding its reach in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
Carbon
Series D in 2017
Carbon, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced printing solutions that enhance product performance and accelerate market delivery. The company utilizes its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which combines digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to create parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. Its SpeedCell system integrates various manufacturing processes for consistent production of end-use parts across different scales. Carbon's offerings include a range of printers and the automated Smart Part Washer, enabling streamlined workflows for industries such as automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. Additionally, Carbon produces various polyurethane materials, including rigid and flexible options, as well as other advanced resins. Founded in 2013 and based in Redwood City, California, Carbon supports its clients with consulting services, helping them leverage its technologies for mass customization, on-demand inventory, and innovative product development.
Flexport
Series C in 2017
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that offers online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a comprehensive online dashboard that allows businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track essential services for global trade. Flexport's offerings include customs brokerage, which encompasses customs clearances, bonds, product classification, and government filings, as well as freight forwarding services such as ocean, air, and road transport. The company also delivers supply chain solutions, including cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, fulfillment, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to fulfillment centers.
Impossible Foods
Convertible Note in 2017
Impossible Foods Inc. develops and produces plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products, utilizing ingredients such as greens, seeds, and grains. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company is headquartered in Redwood City, California. Impossible Foods focuses on recreating the texture and taste of conventional meat and dairy by selecting specific proteins and nutrients, offering a healthier alternative to traditional animal products. Its offerings include items like plant-based burgers and cheeses, which are sold through restaurants and online in the United States.
Peloton
Series E in 2017
Peloton is transforming the fitness industry by integrating modern technology with high design to offer live and on-demand fitness classes led by top instructors from New York City. The company operates an interactive fitness platform that includes two main segments: Connected Fitness Products and Subscription services. Connected Fitness Products encompass the sale of its bikes, treadmills, and related accessories, along with fees for delivery, installation, and extended warranties. The Subscription segment, which generates the majority of Peloton's revenue, includes monthly memberships for accessing workout classes. Peloton's offerings facilitate performance tracking and foster a socially connected workout environment, making fitness both engaging and efficient. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Peloton sells its products online and through a growing network of showrooms across the United States, primarily generating revenue from North America, with a presence in international markets as well.
Rubrik
Series D in 2017
Rubrik offers live data access for recovery and application development by fusing enterprise data management with web-scale IT and eliminating backup software. This marks the end of a decade-long innovation drought in backup and recovery, the backbone of IT. Within minutes, businesses can manage the explosion of data across private and public clouds.
Tonal
Series A in 2016
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.
FanDuel
Series E in 2015
FanDuel Inc. operates an online platform for fantasy sports, allowing users to participate in games across various sports, including football, baseball, basketball, and hockey, for cash prizes. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Edinburgh, the company targets over 30 million adult fantasy sports players in North America. Users can draft fantasy teams and enter head-to-head or multi-player contests, paying entry fees to compete for winnings. FanDuel has established itself as a leader in the one-week fantasy sports industry, also providing sports betting and casino games. The company is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc and has awarded substantial cash prizes, reflecting its prominence in the competitive landscape of fantasy sports.
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