PLG Ventures

PLG Ventures, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Santa Monica, California, with an additional office in Los Angeles. Established in 2015, the firm specializes in pre-seed and seed investments, focusing on technology-enabled startups. PLG Ventures primarily targets companies in southern California, working closely with founding teams to enhance their leadership and emotional intelligence skills. The firm aims to provide not only financial support but also guidance in establishing a strong foundation for scalable and successful growth.

Peter Goldberg

Partner and Founder

38 past transactions

Zone7

Series A in 2021
The future of human performance starts now. Zone7 is used by more than 30 professional sports franchises to track performance and injury risk of some of the world’s leading athletes. Zone7 is also being used to monitor the physical wellbeing of medical staffs in leading hospitals around the world. By analyzing data from wearables, video cameras, medical records and various biomechanics metrics, Zone7 provides coaching staffs and hospital administrators with actionable advice to positively influence rest, work assignment, and planning to protect and optimize human performance.

Zone7

Series A in 2021
The future of human performance starts now. Zone7 is used by more than 30 professional sports franchises to track performance and injury risk of some of the world’s leading athletes. Zone7 is also being used to monitor the physical wellbeing of medical staffs in leading hospitals around the world. By analyzing data from wearables, video cameras, medical records and various biomechanics metrics, Zone7 provides coaching staffs and hospital administrators with actionable advice to positively influence rest, work assignment, and planning to protect and optimize human performance.

Cube

Seed Round in 2020
Cube is a financial planning and analysis software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York. It provides a platform that enables finance teams and businesses to generate custom reports tailored for various stakeholders, including regulatory groups, executives, and team leads. The software integrates cloud reporting with existing spreadsheets, utilizing pivot technology and source data integration to create a centralized data and analytics hub. By streamlining financial processes, Cube helps businesses save time, reduce errors, and enhance their decision-making capabilities through improved data intelligence and security features.

Charma

Seed Round in 2020
Charma is a software development company that specializes in workplace communication and collaboration through its platform, WorkPatterns. Founded in 2018 and based in California, WorkPatterns facilitates effective work relationships by providing tools for one-on-one documentation, recurring group meetings, and feedback mechanisms. The platform creates a private space for managers and their teams to collaborate on agendas, align on deliverables, assign responsibilities, and set due dates, enhancing accountability and enabling asynchronous work. Charma’s team comprises skilled operators, designers, and engineers supported by prominent investors, all dedicated to improving team communication in the modern workplace.

Public

Series B in 2020
Public is a social investing network that enables individuals to buy public stocks with any investment amount while fostering community engagement. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the platform incorporates social features that allow users to connect with friends, follow trading professionals, and share their trading experiences on a social feed. This approach aims to make the stock market more accessible and interactive, promoting a collaborative investing environment. Public's innovative application offers free trading on stocks and funds, enhancing user experience and encouraging participation in financial markets.

Xclaim

Seed Round in 2020
Xclaim Inc. operates an electronic platform focused on bankruptcy claims, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of illiquid markets. Established in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers XCLAIM, which provides users with tools for sourcing claims, facilitating electronic trading, and managing direct transfers of trading data. The platform allows clients to track portfolios and explore out-of-court settlement opportunities, enabling them to liquidate shares with minimal effort. By centralizing access to buyer competition and offering controls for negotiation, Xclaim aims to help clients mitigate risks and address existing inefficiencies in the marketplace.

Balloon

Seed Round in 2019
Balloon removes bias from group work and decision-making - across teams, both internal and external. Its platform levels the playing field and makes it possible to anonymously surface and prioritize information, feedback, and insights that companies can't get any other way.

Asystem

Seed Round in 2019
ASYSTEM creates science-backed betterment products to help men look, feel, and perform at their best. Spanning supplements, vitamins and personal care, the company's products combine the best of science with the best of nature. They are easy to use and fairly priced. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles and founded in 2018.

Cube

Seed Round in 2019
Cube is a financial planning and analysis software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York. It provides a platform that enables finance teams and businesses to generate custom reports tailored for various stakeholders, including regulatory groups, executives, and team leads. The software integrates cloud reporting with existing spreadsheets, utilizing pivot technology and source data integration to create a centralized data and analytics hub. By streamlining financial processes, Cube helps businesses save time, reduce errors, and enhance their decision-making capabilities through improved data intelligence and security features.

Ready. Set. Food!

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ready, Set, Food! is a California-based company founded in 2017 that focuses on reducing the risk of food allergies in infants. The company manufactures and sells pre-measured daily packets designed to be mixed with breast milk, formula, or solid food, which contain allergist-developed blends of common allergens such as peanut, egg, and milk. By incorporating these packets into a child's diet, parents can significantly lower the risk of their baby developing allergies by up to 80%. Ready, Set, Food! distributes its products primarily through online channels, providing an accessible solution for parents seeking to promote food tolerance in their children from an early age.

ONEHOPE

Convertible Note in 2019
ONEHOPE, Inc. is a social enterprise based in Santa Ana, California, founded in 2006. The company operates vineyards and produces a variety of wines, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling options. Its products are distributed through hotels, restaurants, bars, and retail stores across the United States, as well as internationally through distributors in China and Puerto Rico. Additionally, ONEHOPE sells wine and other products, such as gourmet coffee, apparel, and gift items, through its online portal. A distinctive feature of ONEHOPE is its commitment to philanthropy; the company donates half of its profits to charitable organizations and social causes, allowing customers to contribute to meaningful initiatives while enjoying quality wine.

First Resonance

Seed Round in 2019
First Resonance, Inc. is a software company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a manufacturing software platform known as ion, which serves as a factory operating system to enhance day-to-day operations in manufacturing environments. This platform enables engineers to manage, execute, analyze, and share hardware tests throughout the product development cycle. By facilitating the tracking of parts and processes from prototype to full-scale production, ion supports hardware companies of various sizes, from startups to large manufacturers. Its clientele includes organizations involved in complex projects such as aerospace initiatives and advanced robotics. The First Resonance team comprises experienced professionals from leading manufacturing firms, dedicated to providing the tools necessary for engineers and operators to innovate and enhance production efficiency.

Zone7

Seed Round in 2019
The future of human performance starts now. Zone7 is used by more than 30 professional sports franchises to track performance and injury risk of some of the world’s leading athletes. Zone7 is also being used to monitor the physical wellbeing of medical staffs in leading hospitals around the world. By analyzing data from wearables, video cameras, medical records and various biomechanics metrics, Zone7 provides coaching staffs and hospital administrators with actionable advice to positively influence rest, work assignment, and planning to protect and optimize human performance.

Fernish

Venture Round in 2019
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company offers a subscription model that caters to consumers with a mobile lifestyle, providing quality furniture and decor across various categories such as living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and offices. Fernish aims to redefine furniture rental by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand, allowing subscribers to rent entire rooms or specific pieces. Customers have the flexibility to swap out items they do not like or wish to change at any time. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, enabling subscribers to apply their previous payments toward the purchase of rented items at the end of their subscription.

AvantStay

Series A in 2018
AvantStay is a hospitality brand specializing in short-term rentals tailored for group travel, primarily targeting millennial consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company leverages technology to offer affordable and authentic vacation experiences. AvantStay's platform facilitates a seamless booking process, allowing users to browse and reserve rental homes that meet their specific needs. By focusing on curated group experiences, AvantStay aims to redefine how people travel by enhancing the convenience and quality of short-term rental accommodations.

MindMate

Seed Round in 2018
MindMate Inc. is a technology company focused on developing a mobile application designed for individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the app provides users with tools to enhance cognitive abilities through interactive games, puzzles, and mental exercises. It also offers features such as reminders, nutrition advice, and physical exercises, all aimed at improving self-management skills for those affected by cognitive decline. Additionally, the application includes a section for music and television to encourage engagement and reminiscence. MindMate is dedicated to promoting brain health and reducing the risk of cognitive decline, and it serves customers globally. The company has garnered recognition for its innovative approach, receiving several awards for its contributions to the field.

The Riveter

Funding Round in 2018
The Riveter is a membership workspace and community platform for women and allies. They provide daily programming to cultivate skills, from Podcasting 101 to angel investment pitch clinics. Moreover, they also give their members space to focus on wellness, including movement studios with daily classes, meditation rooms, and a full program of relevant conversations and workshops. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States.

Blast

Seed Round in 2018
Blast Internet, Inc. is a multifaceted company that operates in both web development and gamification. Originally founded in 1995 and based in Pittsboro, North Carolina, Blast offers a range of services including web design, content management, custom programming, and online marketing strategies. The company also provides software solutions for automated email lists and supports various internet access services in North Carolina. In 2017, Blast expanded its operations by developing a platform that helps gamers save and earn money while playing their favorite games. This platform allows users to micro-save money during gameplay and earn rewards for trying new games or advancing levels. By integrating financial incentives into gaming, Blast aims to create a seamless experience that promotes saving while enhancing user engagement.

KitSplit

Seed Round in 2018
KitSplit Inc. operates an online camera rental marketplace that connects creative professionals with equipment owners, including rental houses, production companies, and individuals. Founded in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, KitSplit enables filmmakers, photographers, and artists to access a wide range of gear, such as cameras, lenses, audio equipment, lighting, drones, and accessories. The platform allows equipment owners to earn income by renting out their gear when not in use. As a leading marketplace for gear rentals, KitSplit aims to support visual storytellers of all backgrounds and budgets, facilitating their access to high-quality equipment and services needed for production.

Scatter

Seed Round in 2018
Scatter Studios LLC, based in Brooklyn, New York, is an Emmy-award winning creative company that focuses on developing immersive storytelling and augmented reality/virtual reality tools. Founded in 2017, Scatter is known for pioneering volumetric filmmaking, which revolutionizes content production and viewing in the entertainment industry. Its flagship product, Depthkit, enables video creators to capture live-action performances as true-to-life 3D experiences using standard video hardware. This innovative software solution has been integral to various forms of content, including Hollywood films, documentaries by acclaimed directors, and interactive augmented reality experiences for major artists like U2 and Eminem. Depthkit is widely utilized by leading brands in video production and immersive entertainment, enhancing storytelling across multiple platforms and mediums.

The Riveter

Venture Round in 2018
The Riveter is a membership workspace and community platform for women and allies. They provide daily programming to cultivate skills, from Podcasting 101 to angel investment pitch clinics. Moreover, they also give their members space to focus on wellness, including movement studios with daily classes, meditation rooms, and a full program of relevant conversations and workshops. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, United States.

Avisare

Seed Round in 2017
Avisare is a universal supplier management portal connecting large corporations with small and mid-sized businesses for pre-vetting and RFP opportunities. We offer suppliers a centralized database to keep their company information updated, and provide the most robust platform to make sourcing a turnkey process.

Fernish

Seed Round in 2017
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company offers a subscription model that caters to consumers with a mobile lifestyle, providing quality furniture and decor across various categories such as living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and offices. Fernish aims to redefine furniture rental by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand, allowing subscribers to rent entire rooms or specific pieces. Customers have the flexibility to swap out items they do not like or wish to change at any time. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, enabling subscribers to apply their previous payments toward the purchase of rented items at the end of their subscription.

Flowspace

Seed Round in 2017
Flowspace, Inc. is a logistics company that specializes in on-demand warehousing and fulfillment services for businesses. Founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, California, Flowspace operates an online platform that connects clients with a network of over 1,000 certified warehouses and fulfillment centers across the United States. The platform allows users to manage their inventory, book warehouse space, and request transportation services, including pick-up and delivery for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer needs. Flowspace offers additional services such as shrink wrapping, kitting, and labeling, helping businesses streamline their supply chain and enhance their omnichannel fulfillment capabilities.

Vyng

Seed Round in 2017
Vyng Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in developing a video ringtones application and a next-generation Caller ID platform for mobile phones. Founded in 2014, Vyng allows users to set video channels as ringtones, which play on the lock screen with incoming calls. Since its launch in 2018, the platform has gained significant traction, with 4 billion videos played across 170 countries. Vyng's innovative approach visualizes calling systems by replacing traditional dialers with videos, animations, and stickers, enhancing the user experience during calls. The company aims to facilitate better conversations among friends, family, and businesses, particularly targeting the next half billion smartphone users in India and beyond. Vyng has successfully raised $7 million in funding from investors including March Capital and Omidyar Network, as well as notable figures from Giphy and GroupMe.

HAAWK

Seed Round in 2017
HAAWK, Inc. is a media services company based in Studio City, California, specializing in the management and monetization of copyrights for independent music, film, and television catalogs. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of services including rights management, copyright enforcement, and digital distribution across major platforms such as iTunes, Spotify, and Amazon Music. HAAWK assists copyright holders by managing their rights on platforms like YouTube and Facebook, helping to detect and monetize unauthorized content through advertisements. The company's copyright management platform enables clients to effectively administer and license their content, ensuring that their intellectual property is protected and generates revenue.

Stackin

Seed Round in 2017
Stackin' is the simplest entry point into finance with over one million subscribers and a mission to empower people to improve their financial lives via text message. Stackin' provides the necessary tools & curated products for a younger generation of consumers to build healthy financial habits over time in a fun, entertaining, judgement-free relationship. Powered by a custom messaging platform, data, machine learning and human touch, their personalized messages educate subscribers on how to save money, reduce debt and start investing.

Heartbeat

Seed Round in 2017
Heartbeat is a platform for millennial women to join, provide feedback to, and promote brands via their personal networks. Heartbeat has matched the millennial generation’s natural passion for self-promotion with a turn-key solution for brands to engage Ambassadors at scale.Coordinating large-scale Ambassador campaigns used to take 6 months.

Salted

Angel Round in 2017
Salted is the restaurant group of the future. Learn more at hellosalted.com.

Diamond

Venture Round in 2017
Diamond Inc. is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing a data management application that serves as a centralized access point for users to manage their files and emails across various cloud-based services, including Google Drive, Gmail, and Dropbox. By offering a personalized search platform, Diamond enables users to access current and complete information without the need to navigate multiple sites or portals. This integration of data management tools allows clients to streamline their workflows, enhance productivity, and make informed decisions efficiently.

Jacobi

Seed Round in 2017
Jacobi, Inc. is a technology company that has developed a platform for investment managers to design, analyze, and visualize multi-asset portfolios. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Brisbane, Australia, and London, United Kingdom, Jacobi provides customizable tools that streamline investment processes, allowing users to aggregate portfolios, analyze allocations, and assess associated risks and returns. The platform facilitates deeper engagement between investment managers and clients by transforming complex financial data into intuitive visualizations and interactive dashboards. Additionally, Jacobi offers software development kits to further enhance the capabilities of its platform, promoting better decision-making and improved investment strategies.

Parasail

Seed Round in 2016
Parasail Health, Inc. offers payment plans and patient financing options. It offers health care system for patients to help payments flow between insurance companies, employers, and medical groups. In addition, the company provides additional payments option to patients for billing companies and providers. It serves insurance companies, employers, and medical groups. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Sausalito, California.

Trendy Butler

Convertible Note in 2016
Trendy Butler Inc. operates a men's apparel subscription service that provides members with a selection of clothing valued at over $150 for a monthly fee of $65. Founded in 2013 and based in Woodland Hills, California, the company caters to customers across the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. Trendy Butler personalizes its offerings by utilizing technology to match users' style preferences, sizes, and personalities. Each monthly box typically includes two or three carefully curated items, such as dress shirts, joggers, and jackets, sourced from various influential and trendsetting brands. This approach allows customers to enhance their wardrobe with fashionable clothing at an accessible price.

Plink

Venture Round in 2016
Plink operates an online platform designed to assist small businesses in enhancing their commerce transactions with local customers. The company provides a commerce automation platform that integrates seamlessly with existing point-of-sale systems, allowing independent businesses to efficiently manage sales both online and offline. With Plink's tools, small businesses can quickly merchandise and price their products and services, transforming them into digital credits available for purchase. This innovative platform utilizes a stored value system that enables one-click mobile transactions, allowing customers to redeem credits in-store easily. Additionally, Plink offers advanced transaction processing technology that analyzes numerous data points from each sale, enabling business owners to better understand their customers and tailor personalized marketing strategies. Founded in 2013 and based in Santa Monica, California, Plink aims to empower local businesses to thrive in the competitive mobile commerce landscape.

Venue Report

Venture Round in 2016
The Venue Report is marketplace leading with content focused the group travel & events space. We inspire togetherness and celebration by highlighting exceptional spaces, places, and locales across the globe. Get inspired; read, share, save and favorite content for your next gathering. Search & book from a curated directory of 4000+ venue spaces in over 90 countries. Find and book room accommodations and room blocks, from 1-50,000 rooms at over 400,000 hotels.

SkyKick

Venture Round in 2015
SkyKick helps IT solution providers build more successful cloud businesses. Their SaaS products and platform are designed to make it easy and efficient for IT partners to migrate, backup, and manage their customers in the cloud. It also provides software products and platforms to migrate, backup, and manage technology services. SkyKick was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA, USA.

Local ID

Seed Round in 2015
Local ID is a cloud-based intelligence platform that provides multi-unit brands with the data, tools, and process to build a dynamic local marketing playbook. The company provides its customers with unprecedented visibility into the identity of every store, including the opportunities, and marketing activities that surround them. Founded in 2014 by Alex Nocifera, Andrea Shuff, Jason McDonnell, and Manjunath P Reddy.
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