FutureAI
Seed Round in 2024
FutureAI is a technology company that specializes in developing a platform for software developers. This platform is designed to facilitate the creation and deployment of AI-native applications, offering tools for data processing, trend analysis, user interface generation, and infrastructure security. The platform's key feature is its generative application architecture, which allows developers to build applications with personalized, AI-driven features.
Thriftly
Angel Round in 2024
Thriftly is a technology company that operates a digital platform connecting thrift stores with individual donors. Its platform streamlines the donation process by matching donated items with specific needs, promoting efficient resource allocation. Thriftly engages donors through social media sharing and text alerts, keeping them informed about local requirements. It also enables businesses to run donation drives, expanding the reach of these initiatives.
Accredible
Series B in 2023
Accredible is a digital badge and certificate platform that focuses on creating, issuing, and managing secure digital credentials. Founded in 2013 and based in Mountain View, California, the company offers software that enables organizations to securely issue, manage, track, and verify digital certificates and badges. By streamlining the credentialing process, Accredible helps businesses save time and resources while enhancing their marketing reach through online credential tracking. The platform aims to make learning more credible and accessible for users.
Yelo
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Yelo is a technology company that operates a carpooling platform for students. Its platform connects classmates and students, enabling them to share rides, explore their community, and earn money by offering their seats to verified peers. The service allows users to select drivers and vehicles that match their preferences, providing an affordable and convenient transportation option.
MOGL operates an online marketplace that connects brands with athletes for marketing opportunities, facilitating scalable advertising solutions aimed at enhancing brand awareness and profitability. The platform enables athletes to monetize their name, image, and likeness in a secure and compliant manner. MOGL's services encompass influencer campaigns, affiliate marketing, appearances, and brand ambassador programs. This creates mutually beneficial relationships, allowing athletes to explore business opportunities while contributing positively to society. The company maintains open channels for customer inquiries through phone, contact forms, and email, ensuring effective communication and support.
Cass AI
Seed Round in 2022
Cass is a vertical generative AI startup providing 99% automated coaching to 30,000,000 covered lives. Cass coaching chats have been proven to be effective in 13 published peer reviewed papers. Benefits plans and payers purchase Cass as a SaaS product to give their members free access. Cass is highly scalable and can drive engagement with hundreds of thousands of members within months. Made ChatGPT safe for our 39 enterprise customers. Our medical ethical board published a paper on quality and ethical standards for generative AI in the enterprise setting.
Ethically
Pre Seed Round in 2022
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Darkstore
Series A in 2021
Darkstore's mission is to make all of the world’s products accessible all over the world. It has created a micro-fulfillment center network consisting of over 800 micro-fulfillment centers leveraging excess capacity in its partners locations and enables the largest last mile delivery network in the US for its customers to leverage and offer 1-hour delivery directly on their website. Darkstore's customers are Nike, Adidas, Disney, Asurion and 600 other merchants it has enabled through its FastAF app. Darkstore has raised $45m+ in venture capital to date from PivotNorth Capital, EQT Ventures, Village Global, R/GA Ventures, Jay & Phil McGraw "Dr. Phil", Gary Fritz, President of Expedia, Gokul Rajaram, Lead at DoorDash, Scott Belsky, Founder of Behance, Bob Greenberg, Founder of R/GA, James Tamplin, Founder of Firebase and Chris Varelas, NextDoor Board Member and Founder of Riverwood Capital.
Ombre is a provider of microbiome testing kits that focus on personalized health solutions. The company offers subscription-based services that include customized microbiome testing and probiotics tailored to individual needs. Through its testing kits, Ombre delivers actionable insights aimed at preventing chronic diseases such as obesity, cystic fibrosis, and Alzheimer's. By addressing the root causes of gut-related issues, Ombre empowers customers to improve their overall health and well-being with science-backed interventions.
Viakoo, Inc. is a software-as-a-service company that specializes in addressing challenges related to video network infrastructure. Based in Mountain View, California, Viakoo offers several products, including Viakoo Preemptive and Viakoo Predictive, which help users discover, map, and monitor their video surveillance systems. These solutions provide essential features such as performance trending, real-time detection, remote alerting, and troubleshooting support. Additionally, the company focuses on enhancing cybersecurity for enterprises by managing vulnerabilities associated with unmanaged and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The Viakoo Action Platform automatically discovers, monitors, and updates device firmware, passwords, and network certificates, ensuring comprehensive protection against potential threats. Established in 2013, Viakoo also offers customer support and professional services to assist clients in maintaining their security systems effectively.
Ecomedes
Seed Round in 2021
Ecomedes Inc. is a provider of a procurement platform tailored for the real estate, design, and construction industries. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fort Myers, Florida, Ecomedes offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that connects manufacturers' product offerings with the requirements of buyers focused on sustainability. The platform streamlines various processes, including product collection, maintenance, discovery, comparison, documentation, and performance analysis. Ecomedes serves a diverse range of stakeholders, including owners, designers, constructors, and distributors, by providing a comprehensive catalog of digital products that comply with numerous product and building certifications. The company's goal is to facilitate the selection of sustainable products and to document the economic and environmental impacts of building projects, thereby enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement process.
Ecomedes
Seed Round in 2020
Ecomedes Inc. is a provider of a procurement platform tailored for the real estate, design, and construction industries. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fort Myers, Florida, Ecomedes offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that connects manufacturers' product offerings with the requirements of buyers focused on sustainability. The platform streamlines various processes, including product collection, maintenance, discovery, comparison, documentation, and performance analysis. Ecomedes serves a diverse range of stakeholders, including owners, designers, constructors, and distributors, by providing a comprehensive catalog of digital products that comply with numerous product and building certifications. The company's goal is to facilitate the selection of sustainable products and to document the economic and environmental impacts of building projects, thereby enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement process.
Getlabs
Seed Round in 2020
Getlabs, Inc. is a digital health platform based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in at-home diagnostics. Founded in 2018, the company facilitates the scheduling of home lab appointments, where mobile phlebotomists visit patients to collect blood samples and other diagnostic tests. These samples are then delivered to laboratories for processing, allowing healthcare organizations to enhance patient care and adherence by providing same-day, nationwide service. Getlabs aims to bridge the gap between virtual and in-person healthcare, thereby improving access to essential diagnostic services. The company has secured $50 million in funding from strategic investors, including major diagnostic laboratories.
Loved is an investing service that starts kids investing early with commission-free, custodial accounts for anyone under-18. With Loved, you can open a custodial account for anyone under-18. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, relative or just a friend, Loved empowers you to give a child a start towards their financial independence. You can get started in two minutes, building a portfolio of stocks and thematic investments, investing as little as $5 at a time. When you're ready, setup a Smart Goal and invest automatically to achieve something important in their future, whether it's college, a first car or a little travel fund to explore the world. Loved is an SEC registered investment advisor based in New York City. Loved is available from Apple's App Store and at www.loved.com.
Hifive is a developer of sales software designed to enhance organizational success through relationship-led growth. The platform addresses challenges faced by professionals in navigating oversaturated growth channels and inefficient communication methods. By offering co-selling technology, Hifive enables users to streamline their operations and effectively leverage existing relationships. It integrates with secure customer relationship management systems to identify valuable insights within customer data, allowing startups and other businesses to accelerate their revenue growth. Through its innovative approach, Hifive aims to simplify the complexities of sales and foster collaboration among teams.
Mavely is a social commerce platform designed to connect users with direct-to-consumer brands. It aims to create growth opportunities for retailers and entrepreneurs by enhancing the relationship between brands and their advocates. The platform provides innovative social selling tools and features hundreds of brand partnerships, enabling users to monetize their communities, regardless of size. By transforming customers and influencers into social sales teams, Mavely facilitates a collaborative shopping experience that benefits both brands and their advocates.
Kyndi, Inc. specializes in developing an explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) platform that serves government, financial services, and healthcare sectors. The company's Kyndi AI Platform employs machine learning to facilitate business regulation and provides auditable AI systems tailored for enterprises and government entities. Kyndi's solutions enhance strategy, planning, compliance, and research operations. Additionally, the platform features a Natural Language Search capability that enables organizations to swiftly and accurately extract answers from unstructured, text-based data. Founded in 2014, Kyndi is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. Its technology aims to boost the productivity of knowledge workers by enabling more efficient information gathering and analysis, allowing clients to make informed decisions and seize opportunities effectively.
Loved is an investing service that starts kids investing early with commission-free, custodial accounts for anyone under-18. With Loved, you can open a custodial account for anyone under-18. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, relative or just a friend, Loved empowers you to give a child a start towards their financial independence. You can get started in two minutes, building a portfolio of stocks and thematic investments, investing as little as $5 at a time. When you're ready, setup a Smart Goal and invest automatically to achieve something important in their future, whether it's college, a first car or a little travel fund to explore the world. Loved is an SEC registered investment advisor based in New York City. Loved is available from Apple's App Store and at www.loved.com.
SunBasket
Series E in 2019
Sun Basket is a meal kit subscription service that delivers organic ingredients and customized recipes directly to customers' homes. The company offers a variety of meal options, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian, allowing customers to select meals each week or follow a specific menu plan. By sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients from over 135 farms, ranches, and fishermen, Sun Basket ensures the use of non-GMO produce and antibiotic and hormone-free meats, while adhering to sustainability standards set by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This service not only simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping but also encourages a healthier cooking experience, enabling customers to focus on preparing and enjoying their meals.
Darkstore
Series A in 2019
Darkstore's mission is to make all of the world’s products accessible all over the world. It has created a micro-fulfillment center network consisting of over 800 micro-fulfillment centers leveraging excess capacity in its partners locations and enables the largest last mile delivery network in the US for its customers to leverage and offer 1-hour delivery directly on their website. Darkstore's customers are Nike, Adidas, Disney, Asurion and 600 other merchants it has enabled through its FastAF app. Darkstore has raised $45m+ in venture capital to date from PivotNorth Capital, EQT Ventures, Village Global, R/GA Ventures, Jay & Phil McGraw "Dr. Phil", Gary Fritz, President of Expedia, Gokul Rajaram, Lead at DoorDash, Scott Belsky, Founder of Behance, Bob Greenberg, Founder of R/GA, James Tamplin, Founder of Firebase and Chris Varelas, NextDoor Board Member and Founder of Riverwood Capital.
Ecomedes
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ecomedes Inc. is a provider of a procurement platform tailored for the real estate, design, and construction industries. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Fort Myers, Florida, Ecomedes offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that connects manufacturers' product offerings with the requirements of buyers focused on sustainability. The platform streamlines various processes, including product collection, maintenance, discovery, comparison, documentation, and performance analysis. Ecomedes serves a diverse range of stakeholders, including owners, designers, constructors, and distributors, by providing a comprehensive catalog of digital products that comply with numerous product and building certifications. The company's goal is to facilitate the selection of sustainable products and to document the economic and environmental impacts of building projects, thereby enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement process.
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Wonolo allows job seekers to find hourly or daily work in various fields, including general labor, warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure they meet specific standards, facilitating a streamlined job-matching process for organizations. Wonolo aims to empower underemployed individuals by providing access to flexible work opportunities, skill development, and competitive compensation. With a growing network of businesses and a significant number of workers, Wonolo is transforming the staffing industry and addressing the challenges of contingent labor in the United States. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
Deliv, Inc. is a crowdsourced same-day delivery service that enhances the shopping experience for customers by allowing them to receive their online orders directly from retailers' websites to their doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Menlo Park, California, Deliv partners with nearly 100 national and regional omnichannel retailers, as well as major mall operators across the United States. By integrating a same-day delivery option into the existing checkout process, Deliv enables retailers to fulfill orders from local brick and mortar stores, effectively transforming these locations into local distribution centers. This approach provides faster and more cost-effective delivery solutions compared to traditional eCommerce competitors. Deliv's network of highly rated, crowdsourced drivers utilizes advanced technology, including smart routing and real-time tracking, to ensure efficient service. The company is actively expanding its geographic footprint and continues to enhance its logistics capabilities to meet the growing demand for immediate delivery services.
Upwave, Inc. is a market research and marketing analytics company that specializes in providing consumer datasets and brand marketing measurement technology to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 100 companies, marketing agencies, and small businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Upwave offers tools for building and distributing surveys, allowing users to target respondents based on various demographics and custom attributes. The company collects and delivers survey responses through a dedicated dashboard, assisting clients in making informed investment decisions, evaluating demand for new products, measuring marketing effectiveness, and gaining insights into their target audience. Upwave serves a wide range of industries, including consumer packaged goods, technology, and financial services, striving to deliver real-time brand insights and optimization solutions. The company was previously known as Survata, Inc. before rebranding in September 2020.
Ombre is a provider of microbiome testing kits that focus on personalized health solutions. The company offers subscription-based services that include customized microbiome testing and probiotics tailored to individual needs. Through its testing kits, Ombre delivers actionable insights aimed at preventing chronic diseases such as obesity, cystic fibrosis, and Alzheimer's. By addressing the root causes of gut-related issues, Ombre empowers customers to improve their overall health and well-being with science-backed interventions.
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Wonolo allows job seekers to find hourly or daily work in various fields, including general labor, warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure they meet specific standards, facilitating a streamlined job-matching process for organizations. Wonolo aims to empower underemployed individuals by providing access to flexible work opportunities, skill development, and competitive compensation. With a growing network of businesses and a significant number of workers, Wonolo is transforming the staffing industry and addressing the challenges of contingent labor in the United States. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
nimble
Venture Round in 2018
Nimble is a consumer tech brand committed to creating high-quality, eco-friendly tech products. Nimble manufactures all of its products with sustainable materials, ships everything carbon neutral in 100% plastic-free packaging, and recycles e-waste through its free nationwide programs.
Thatch is building a home for travel creatives by giving them a space to create and share experiences based content, build a brand, and monetize their knowledge and expertise.
Filld is a developer of an on-demand fuel delivery platform that allows users to have gasoline delivered to their vehicles at convenient locations such as homes, workplaces, or gyms. This service eliminates the need for customers to visit gas stations, thereby saving them time and enhancing convenience in their daily routines. The company employs a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model to streamline the last-mile fuel delivery process while ensuring data security through encryption and HTTPS protocol. In addition to fuel delivery, Filld offers online payday loans, catering to immediate financial needs. These loans vary in size based on the borrower’s state of residence and credit history, providing a versatile service that addresses both vehicle maintenance and financial assistance.
Kyndi
Venture Round in 2017
Kyndi, Inc. specializes in developing an explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) platform that serves government, financial services, and healthcare sectors. The company's Kyndi AI Platform employs machine learning to facilitate business regulation and provides auditable AI systems tailored for enterprises and government entities. Kyndi's solutions enhance strategy, planning, compliance, and research operations. Additionally, the platform features a Natural Language Search capability that enables organizations to swiftly and accurately extract answers from unstructured, text-based data. Founded in 2014, Kyndi is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. Its technology aims to boost the productivity of knowledge workers by enabling more efficient information gathering and analysis, allowing clients to make informed decisions and seize opportunities effectively.
Darkstore
Seed Round in 2017
Darkstore's mission is to make all of the world’s products accessible all over the world. It has created a micro-fulfillment center network consisting of over 800 micro-fulfillment centers leveraging excess capacity in its partners locations and enables the largest last mile delivery network in the US for its customers to leverage and offer 1-hour delivery directly on their website. Darkstore's customers are Nike, Adidas, Disney, Asurion and 600 other merchants it has enabled through its FastAF app. Darkstore has raised $45m+ in venture capital to date from PivotNorth Capital, EQT Ventures, Village Global, R/GA Ventures, Jay & Phil McGraw "Dr. Phil", Gary Fritz, President of Expedia, Gokul Rajaram, Lead at DoorDash, Scott Belsky, Founder of Behance, Bob Greenberg, Founder of R/GA, James Tamplin, Founder of Firebase and Chris Varelas, NextDoor Board Member and Founder of Riverwood Capital.
Paradata is a big data artificial intelligence platform that specializes in supply chain management solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has developed a system that classifies and fingerprints millions of electronic parts and their prices using a neural network and Spark pipeline. By providing trusted and verified data, Paradata enables customers across various industries to make informed decisions that lead to reduced costs, risks, and lead times while enhancing compliance. Its machine learning engine optimizes product design and manufacturing by offering current and verifiable component data tailored to specific product needs. This focus on transparency in global supply chains positions Paradata as a disruptive player in a substantial market, leading to rapid growth and recognition, including the Gartner Cool Vendor award in 2016.
Ombre is a provider of microbiome testing kits that focus on personalized health solutions. The company offers subscription-based services that include customized microbiome testing and probiotics tailored to individual needs. Through its testing kits, Ombre delivers actionable insights aimed at preventing chronic diseases such as obesity, cystic fibrosis, and Alzheimer's. By addressing the root causes of gut-related issues, Ombre empowers customers to improve their overall health and well-being with science-backed interventions.
SunBasket
Series C in 2017
Sun Basket is a meal kit subscription service that delivers organic ingredients and customized recipes directly to customers' homes. The company offers a variety of meal options, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian, allowing customers to select meals each week or follow a specific menu plan. By sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients from over 135 farms, ranches, and fishermen, Sun Basket ensures the use of non-GMO produce and antibiotic and hormone-free meats, while adhering to sustainability standards set by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This service not only simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping but also encourages a healthier cooking experience, enabling customers to focus on preparing and enjoying their meals.
Jiseki is dedicated to offering essential support and peace of mind to families and communities by providing access to crucial advice, products, and services through advanced SMS technology. The company focuses on delivering a portable life benefit package that combines professional expertise with artificial intelligence to assist users effectively. Additionally, Jiseki operates an immigrant labor platform that facilitates connections between skilled immigrant workers and employers, streamlining the hiring process. By utilizing a self-onboarding method with individualized QR codes, Jiseki enhances productivity and accessibility for both immigrants and employers, ensuring a diverse talent pool is readily available.
SunBasket
Series B in 2016
Sun Basket is a meal kit subscription service that delivers organic ingredients and customized recipes directly to customers' homes. The company offers a variety of meal options, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian, allowing customers to select meals each week or follow a specific menu plan. By sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients from over 135 farms, ranches, and fishermen, Sun Basket ensures the use of non-GMO produce and antibiotic and hormone-free meats, while adhering to sustainability standards set by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This service not only simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping but also encourages a healthier cooking experience, enabling customers to focus on preparing and enjoying their meals.
Kyndi
Venture Round in 2016
Kyndi, Inc. specializes in developing an explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) platform that serves government, financial services, and healthcare sectors. The company's Kyndi AI Platform employs machine learning to facilitate business regulation and provides auditable AI systems tailored for enterprises and government entities. Kyndi's solutions enhance strategy, planning, compliance, and research operations. Additionally, the platform features a Natural Language Search capability that enables organizations to swiftly and accurately extract answers from unstructured, text-based data. Founded in 2014, Kyndi is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. Its technology aims to boost the productivity of knowledge workers by enabling more efficient information gathering and analysis, allowing clients to make informed decisions and seize opportunities effectively.
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that offers users convenient access to banking services through their smartphones. The platform features a unique savings mechanism that automatically allocates a predetermined amount of money into savings after each transaction. Chime generates revenue from transaction fees paid by merchants, which aligns its interests with those of its users, promoting fee avoidance and encouraging savings. Additionally, the platform provides fee-free overdrafts and early access to paychecks, empowering users to gain greater control and flexibility over their financial situations while supporting their efforts to improve credit.
SunBasket
Series A in 2016
Sun Basket is a meal kit subscription service that delivers organic ingredients and customized recipes directly to customers' homes. The company offers a variety of meal options, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian, allowing customers to select meals each week or follow a specific menu plan. By sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients from over 135 farms, ranches, and fishermen, Sun Basket ensures the use of non-GMO produce and antibiotic and hormone-free meats, while adhering to sustainability standards set by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This service not only simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping but also encourages a healthier cooking experience, enabling customers to focus on preparing and enjoying their meals.
WhoKnows
Seed Round in 2016
WhoKnows is a business specializing in an omni-channel lead generation platform powered by AI, tailored specifically for startups. The company offers a unique blend of extensive data—over 370 million AI-enriched profiles—and various lead generation services, including email marketing, paid ads, SEO, and telemarketing. This combination enables startups to quickly experiment with different growth strategies and scale their operations effectively. Notably, after an initial discovery phase, WhoKnows operates on a performance-based pricing model, ensuring that clients only pay for the leads generated, thereby fixing acquisition costs.
Deliv, Inc. is a crowdsourced same-day delivery service that enhances the shopping experience for customers by allowing them to receive their online orders directly from retailers' websites to their doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Menlo Park, California, Deliv partners with nearly 100 national and regional omnichannel retailers, as well as major mall operators across the United States. By integrating a same-day delivery option into the existing checkout process, Deliv enables retailers to fulfill orders from local brick and mortar stores, effectively transforming these locations into local distribution centers. This approach provides faster and more cost-effective delivery solutions compared to traditional eCommerce competitors. Deliv's network of highly rated, crowdsourced drivers utilizes advanced technology, including smart routing and real-time tracking, to ensure efficient service. The company is actively expanding its geographic footprint and continues to enhance its logistics capabilities to meet the growing demand for immediate delivery services.
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Wonolo allows job seekers to find hourly or daily work in various fields, including general labor, warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure they meet specific standards, facilitating a streamlined job-matching process for organizations. Wonolo aims to empower underemployed individuals by providing access to flexible work opportunities, skill development, and competitive compensation. With a growing network of businesses and a significant number of workers, Wonolo is transforming the staffing industry and addressing the challenges of contingent labor in the United States. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
SunBasket
Venture Round in 2015
Sun Basket is a meal kit subscription service that delivers organic ingredients and customized recipes directly to customers' homes. The company offers a variety of meal options, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian, allowing customers to select meals each week or follow a specific menu plan. By sourcing organic and sustainable ingredients from over 135 farms, ranches, and fishermen, Sun Basket ensures the use of non-GMO produce and antibiotic and hormone-free meats, while adhering to sustainability standards set by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This service not only simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping but also encourages a healthier cooking experience, enabling customers to focus on preparing and enjoying their meals.
OpsPanda
Seed Round in 2015
OpsPanda, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in sales resource planning, offering a platform that enables organizations to model, plan, report, and analyze their sales resources effectively. OpsPanda's application supports sales, operations, and finance teams in defining and rationalizing the necessary resources to achieve sales targets while also identifying variables that impact team performance. The platform enhances the ability to pinpoint gaps, opportunities, and risks in reaching sales goals, allowing organizations to predict sales capacity, develop detailed hiring plans, and assign achievable quotas. OpsPanda is a subsidiary of Xactly Corporation and has received investment from firms such as TDF Ventures and PivotNorth Capital.
Metavine is the Cloud App Server company. We enable businesses to meet 100% of their specific application needs without compromise. Metavine does this while exceeding the standards in security, scalability, data integrity and reliability, requirements that build consumer confidence in the business Behind the Metavine Cloud App Server is a team of professionals with significant experience in creating and operationalizing enterprise applications.
Kyndi, Inc. specializes in developing an explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) platform that serves government, financial services, and healthcare sectors. The company's Kyndi AI Platform employs machine learning to facilitate business regulation and provides auditable AI systems tailored for enterprises and government entities. Kyndi's solutions enhance strategy, planning, compliance, and research operations. Additionally, the platform features a Natural Language Search capability that enables organizations to swiftly and accurately extract answers from unstructured, text-based data. Founded in 2014, Kyndi is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Washington, D.C. Its technology aims to boost the productivity of knowledge workers by enabling more efficient information gathering and analysis, allowing clients to make informed decisions and seize opportunities effectively.
Wonolo Inc. is an on-demand staffing platform that connects businesses with temporary workers to meet their immediate labor needs. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Wonolo allows job seekers to find hourly or daily work in various fields, including general labor, warehouse operations, delivery, merchandising, event staffing, and administrative roles. The platform pre-screens workers to ensure they meet specific standards, facilitating a streamlined job-matching process for organizations. Wonolo aims to empower underemployed individuals by providing access to flexible work opportunities, skill development, and competitive compensation. With a growing network of businesses and a significant number of workers, Wonolo is transforming the staffing industry and addressing the challenges of contingent labor in the United States. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.
Looker is an enterprise platform specializing in business intelligence, data applications, and embedded analytics, aimed at enhancing data-driven decision-making for businesses. By integrating data into daily workflows, Looker enables organizations to derive actionable insights that drive operational efficiency and create new value streams. The platform supports various functions, including digital marketing analytics and web event analytics, allowing businesses to unlock the full potential of their data at scale. As part of Google Cloud, Looker continues to evolve its offerings, focusing on delivering meaningful insights at critical decision points and embedding data seamlessly into products and workflows.
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that offers users convenient access to banking services through their smartphones. The platform features a unique savings mechanism that automatically allocates a predetermined amount of money into savings after each transaction. Chime generates revenue from transaction fees paid by merchants, which aligns its interests with those of its users, promoting fee avoidance and encouraging savings. Additionally, the platform provides fee-free overdrafts and early access to paychecks, empowering users to gain greater control and flexibility over their financial situations while supporting their efforts to improve credit.
OpenEd operates the largest educational resource library, offering over a million assessments, videos, and homework materials, all aligned to educational standards through machine learning. The platform employs quizzes to identify the most effective resources tailored to individual student needs, facilitating personalized learning experiences. Over 250,000 teachers utilize OpenEd to enhance their instructional methods based on formative assessments, making it a valuable tool for community education and discussion. By providing a comprehensive array of educational materials, OpenEd supports teachers in delivering targeted instruction to help students achieve mastery.
WhoKnows
Venture Round in 2013
WhoKnows is a business specializing in an omni-channel lead generation platform powered by AI, tailored specifically for startups. The company offers a unique blend of extensive data—over 370 million AI-enriched profiles—and various lead generation services, including email marketing, paid ads, SEO, and telemarketing. This combination enables startups to quickly experiment with different growth strategies and scale their operations effectively. Notably, after an initial discovery phase, WhoKnows operates on a performance-based pricing model, ensuring that clients only pay for the leads generated, thereby fixing acquisition costs.
Deliv, Inc. is a crowdsourced same-day delivery service that enhances the shopping experience for customers by allowing them to receive their online orders directly from retailers' websites to their doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Menlo Park, California, Deliv partners with nearly 100 national and regional omnichannel retailers, as well as major mall operators across the United States. By integrating a same-day delivery option into the existing checkout process, Deliv enables retailers to fulfill orders from local brick and mortar stores, effectively transforming these locations into local distribution centers. This approach provides faster and more cost-effective delivery solutions compared to traditional eCommerce competitors. Deliv's network of highly rated, crowdsourced drivers utilizes advanced technology, including smart routing and real-time tracking, to ensure efficient service. The company is actively expanding its geographic footprint and continues to enhance its logistics capabilities to meet the growing demand for immediate delivery services.
Hall (formerly CompanyLine) helps teams and companies communicate in real-time. Our all-in-one unified communications app has everything your company needs to communicate and get things done. Hall was part of **[AngelPad](http://angelpad.org) #4** in 2012.
Upwave, Inc. is a market research and marketing analytics company that specializes in providing consumer datasets and brand marketing measurement technology to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 100 companies, marketing agencies, and small businesses. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Upwave offers tools for building and distributing surveys, allowing users to target respondents based on various demographics and custom attributes. The company collects and delivers survey responses through a dedicated dashboard, assisting clients in making informed investment decisions, evaluating demand for new products, measuring marketing effectiveness, and gaining insights into their target audience. Upwave serves a wide range of industries, including consumer packaged goods, technology, and financial services, striving to deliver real-time brand insights and optimization solutions. The company was previously known as Survata, Inc. before rebranding in September 2020.
Deliv, Inc. is a crowdsourced same-day delivery service that enhances the shopping experience for customers by allowing them to receive their online orders directly from retailers' websites to their doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Menlo Park, California, Deliv partners with nearly 100 national and regional omnichannel retailers, as well as major mall operators across the United States. By integrating a same-day delivery option into the existing checkout process, Deliv enables retailers to fulfill orders from local brick and mortar stores, effectively transforming these locations into local distribution centers. This approach provides faster and more cost-effective delivery solutions compared to traditional eCommerce competitors. Deliv's network of highly rated, crowdsourced drivers utilizes advanced technology, including smart routing and real-time tracking, to ensure efficient service. The company is actively expanding its geographic footprint and continues to enhance its logistics capabilities to meet the growing demand for immediate delivery services.
Looker is an enterprise platform specializing in business intelligence, data applications, and embedded analytics, aimed at enhancing data-driven decision-making for businesses. By integrating data into daily workflows, Looker enables organizations to derive actionable insights that drive operational efficiency and create new value streams. The platform supports various functions, including digital marketing analytics and web event analytics, allowing businesses to unlock the full potential of their data at scale. As part of Google Cloud, Looker continues to evolve its offerings, focusing on delivering meaningful insights at critical decision points and embedding data seamlessly into products and workflows.
Booshaka
Seed Round in 2012
Booshaka Inc. operates a word-of-mouth marketing platform designed for the social web, primarily assisting Facebook marketers in understanding and engaging with their audiences. Founded in 2010 and based in Redwood City, California, Booshaka offers tools that allow businesses to collect and analyze data on customer interactions across various channels, including social media, email, and mobile applications. The platform enables marketers to identify engaged fans, track trending content and keywords, and recognize and reward communities, ultimately enhancing consumer engagement and boosting revenue. In November 2015, Booshaka became a subsidiary of Sprinklr Inc.
Well
Venture Round in 2012
Well helps you collect and share the things you want to do. Experience a new kind of list: beautiful, social, and fun. _Get Suggestions From Friends_ — On Well your friends suggest ideas to your lists. Planning your next road trip, picking the perfect movie or finding the best sushi in town all just got a little easier. _Get inspired & motivated_ — Explore popular lists to discover what others are doing. New places to visit, books to read, wines to try and more await you. _Relist interesting items_ — Just because you didn't think of it first, doesn't mean you don't want to do it. Relist any item to quickly copy it to one of your lists.
Romotive
Convertible Note in 2011
Romotive Inc., founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in developing robotic platforms that leverage the capabilities of smartphones. Its flagship product, Romo, is a customizable robotic tank toy that can be controlled remotely through a computer or compatible iOS device. Users can enhance Romo's functionalities by utilizing a drag-and-drop interface for programming and downloading new mobile applications that introduce additional behaviors. The robot also features a live video feed, enabling users to engage in battles with friends and expand the device's capabilities through various hardware accessories.
Hall (formerly CompanyLine) helps teams and companies communicate in real-time. Our all-in-one unified communications app has everything your company needs to communicate and get things done. Hall was part of **[AngelPad](http://angelpad.org) #4** in 2012.
Blekko
Venture Round in 2011
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company offers a web search engine and a mobile application that enables users to filter search results based on specific categories. Additionally, Blekko operates a social news platform to enhance the search experience, allowing users to find relevant information more efficiently. The company has garnered investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees.
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company offers a web search engine and a mobile application that enables users to filter search results based on specific categories. Additionally, Blekko operates a social news platform to enhance the search experience, allowing users to find relevant information more efficiently. The company has garnered investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees.
InboxQ
Angel Round in 2010
InboxQ is a browser extension that provides users with a continuous stream of questions sourced from Twitter. It allows businesses and individuals to engage with potential customers by addressing inquiries related to their products, industry, or general interests. By leveraging their expertise, users can effectively assist others in solving problems, thereby enhancing customer interaction and fostering meaningful connections. This real-time delivery of questions makes it easier for users to stay informed about the interests and needs of their target audience.
Readyforce
Series A in 2010
Readyforce is a professional networking platform tailored specifically for college students, enabling them to connect with peers, mentors, and alumni while sharing career-related content and resources. Students can discover relevant events, seek guidance, and engage in discussions around career opportunities. For companies, Readyforce serves as an effective tool for reaching top college talent across the United States. Businesses can create detailed profiles, post job openings and internships, and promote events to attract students. The platform also allows companies to communicate directly with students based on specific criteria such as school and major, facilitating targeted outreach for scholarships, competitions, and brand engagement. Readyforce is designed to streamline the recruitment process and enhance talent community building, offering a free membership to all users.
GoDo is a financial platform that focuses on monetary value accretion for employees.
Subconscious.ai is a technology company that specializes in accelerating market research by integrating human survey responses with those generated by artificial intelligence. It employs advanced Large Language Models and Causal AI to understand the 'why' behind human decisions, reducing costs and research time significantly compared to traditional methods. The company's platform enables clients to analyze cause-and-effect relationships at scale, ensuring the safe implementation of AI. Its target customers are those seeking to understand the decision-making processes of language models responsibly.
Firefly is a two-way real time messaging platform empowered by generative AI to help individuals scale and build their own communities.
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