Plug and Play Tech Center

Plug and Play Tech Center is a global accelerator and venture capital platform based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It runs twelve industry-focused accelerator programs twice a year, connecting startups with corporate partners, investors, and universities to accelerate growth. The organization provides funding and accelerator resources, mentorship, and access to office space, data center services, recruiting, and executive-in-residence programs. It supports seed and early-stage companies across sectors including brand and retail, financial technology, health, information technology, mobility, energy and sustainability, supply chain and logistics, and the Internet of Things, with additional verticals such as travel and hospitality and food and beverage. In addition to its accelerators, Plug and Play collaborates with a broad network of venture and corporate partners to co-invest and help startups scale globally. The company maintains a global footprint with locations and programs across multiple regions, fostering a platform that connects entrepreneurs with large corporations and investors to drive innovation.

Anas Abdelrahim

Associate

Neda Amidi

President

Amir Amidi

Managing Partner, Travel and Hospitality Practice

Saeed Amidi

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Davis Auksmuksts

Investor

Roberto Reyes Balcorta

Partner

Agata Baryzewska

Investor

Thomas Bigagli

Partner

Wade Bitaraf

Co-Founder

Kieran Borrett

Director, United Kingdom

Noreen Brar

Associate

Kiswana Browne

Associate

Andres Carbonell

Investor

Jeff Chien

Senior Vice President, China Partnership

Kristi Choi

Investor

Matthew Claxton

Partner and Global Director of Sustainability

Alex Cobos

Director, Mexico

Nick Daley

Associate

George Damouny

Partner

Andres Diaz

Associate

Dana Diefendorf

Senior Associate

Roy Djunaidi

Investor

Tarek Elessawi

Principal

Sean Elmurib

Associate

Stefan Faistenauer

Investor

Garnett Ge

Ventures Associate, Cross Border

Eugenio Gonzalez De Pena

Principal

Omer Gozen Ph.D

Partner

Gemma Guilera

Senior Partner Success Manager

Aziz El Hachem

North Africa Director

Karima El Hakim

Country Director - Egypt

Alex Hemmerlein

Associate

Jackie Hernandez

Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships and Founding Member

Andrea Sanchez

Director

Maximillian Jungreis

Investor

Salim Laouiti

Investor

Natasha Low

Associate

Tanya Ma

Investor

Milad Malek

Senior Associate

Alireza Masrour

General Partner

Evan Matuszak

Investor

Javier Megias

Managing Partner

Omeed Mehrinfar

Managing Partner, Middle-East

Juan Naveira

Associate

Kevin Parakkattu

Principal

Alberto Pascual

Investor

Amit Patel

Investor

Blanca Ribas Pombo

Investor

Leonardo Rocchetti

Investor

Julianne Roseman

Senior Associate

Alex Roudi

Managing Partner, San Diego

Letizia Royo-Villanova

Investor

Michelle Shi

Associate

Li Shing

International Operations Associate

Noorjit Sidhu

Senior Associate

Janis Skriveris

Principal

Kohei Suzuki

Associate

Erena Estellés Tatay

Ventures Analyst

Saleh Tavajoh

Investor

Pouya Tehranian

Director, Brand and Retail

Andy Toth

Investment Director, Plug and Play Ventures

Alexander Tran

Partner

Philippe Vincent

Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Co-CEO

Carolin Wais

Partner

Zora Wang

Investor

Connie Weisman

Co-Founder, Cleveland and Director, Plug and Play Enterprise 2.0

Fan Wen

Associate

Kevin Withstandley

Vice President, Partner Success

Claire Xiong

Director

Vanessa Yang

Investor

Ivan Zgomba

Partner

Chen Zhao

Managing Partner, China and Senior Technology Analyst

Lindsay Lebahn

Senior Program Manager and Director

Rouzbeh Borhani

Head of Semiconductors

Darren (Yaodong) Yang

Associate

Past deals in Android

StormX

Convertible Note in 2021
StormX Inc is a Seattle-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in blockchain advertising technology and gamification. It has developed the Storm Play application, which allows users to earn cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Storm by engaging in games. Additionally, StormX offers the Storm Makers application, enabling businesses to enhance campaign awareness, collect machine learning data, and gain insights for research and development. The company's Storm Token application supports transactions within a secured, gamified marketplace. With over 32 million downloads globally, StormX has paid out more than $2.8 million in crypto cashback rewards, leveraging blockchain technology to provide users with tangible benefits through their interactions.

StormX

Venture Round in 2021
StormX Inc is a Seattle-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in blockchain advertising technology and gamification. It has developed the Storm Play application, which allows users to earn cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Storm by engaging in games. Additionally, StormX offers the Storm Makers application, enabling businesses to enhance campaign awareness, collect machine learning data, and gain insights for research and development. The company's Storm Token application supports transactions within a secured, gamified marketplace. With over 32 million downloads globally, StormX has paid out more than $2.8 million in crypto cashback rewards, leveraging blockchain technology to provide users with tangible benefits through their interactions.

Gozem

Seed Round in 2020
Gozem is a digital platform offering diverse transportation services such as motorcycle-taxis, car-taxis, tricycle-taxis, along with grocery delivery and cashless payment options. It aims to serve under-served populations in West and Central Africa.

Verse

Venture Round in 2019
Verse is a payments technology platform that simplifies storing, spending, and sharing money. Its mobile app enables easy, instant, and fee-free transactions, with optional privacy settings for financial activities. Available on Android and iOS, Verse completes transactions within two business days.

Woobo

Seed Round in 2018
Woobo, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing companion robots for children, designed to engage and educate through interactive content. The robots utilize advanced voice recognition and robotics technology to create a responsive and engaging experience for young users. Woobo's products are equipped with a variety of educational materials aimed at sparking curiosity and fostering learning. Additionally, the company provides a smartphone application that allows parents to connect with their children by sending voice messages, establishing daily routines, and tracking developmental milestones through data insights.

Sift wallet

Convertible Note in 2018
Sift, operating under ShopInbox, Inc., is a mobile application that helps consumers maximize their credit card benefits and secure refunds. By analyzing complex credit card policies, Sift uncovers hidden advantages such as price protection, theft and damage coverage, and extended warranties. The app tracks digital receipts from users' email accounts, consolidating purchase information and mapping benefits to individual transactions. It simplifies the claims process by automatically filing requests for reimbursements with credit card issuers, allowing users to reclaim funds that would otherwise go unclaimed. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Sift aims to enhance financial awareness and convenience for users, ensuring they can access and utilize the full range of benefits their credit cards offer. Founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Sift is distinguished as the first service to provide comprehensive mapping of benefits for the majority of credit cards in the United States.

Pixowl

Venture Round in 2018
Pixowl Inc. is a mobile game development company founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional development studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The company focuses on creating engaging games for casual gamers, children, and families, offering titles under various brands including Pixowl, Greedy Grub, Doodle Grub, Safari Party, and The Sandbox. One of its standout games, "The Sandbox," has gained significant acclaim, being recognized by Apple as one of the Best Games of 2012. This game allows players to create and share pixelated worlds, positioning it alongside popular titles like Minecraft in the world-building genre. Pixowl aims to enhance player experiences through character-driven storylines and comic book art, catering to a diverse audience with its family-friendly gaming offerings. As of 2018, Pixowl operates as a subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited.

Tomorrow Ideas

Seed Round in 2018
Tomorrow Ideas, Inc. is a company focused on safeguarding families' financial futures through its innovative application. The app offers essential features such as a last will and testament, information on state laws, a revocable living trust, and guardianship arrangements for children and pets. Additionally, it provides tools for calculating net worth and life insurance needs, along with a comparison of term life insurance options and a complimentary insurance policy. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tomorrow Ideas ensures its application is accessible on both iOS and Android devices, making it convenient for users to manage their financial planning.

Tomorrow Ideas

Seed Round in 2017
Tomorrow Ideas, Inc. is a company focused on safeguarding families' financial futures through its innovative application. The app offers essential features such as a last will and testament, information on state laws, a revocable living trust, and guardianship arrangements for children and pets. Additionally, it provides tools for calculating net worth and life insurance needs, along with a comparison of term life insurance options and a complimentary insurance policy. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tomorrow Ideas ensures its application is accessible on both iOS and Android devices, making it convenient for users to manage their financial planning.

Sift wallet

Seed Round in 2017
Sift, operating under ShopInbox, Inc., is a mobile application that helps consumers maximize their credit card benefits and secure refunds. By analyzing complex credit card policies, Sift uncovers hidden advantages such as price protection, theft and damage coverage, and extended warranties. The app tracks digital receipts from users' email accounts, consolidating purchase information and mapping benefits to individual transactions. It simplifies the claims process by automatically filing requests for reimbursements with credit card issuers, allowing users to reclaim funds that would otherwise go unclaimed. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Sift aims to enhance financial awareness and convenience for users, ensuring they can access and utilize the full range of benefits their credit cards offer. Founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Sift is distinguished as the first service to provide comprehensive mapping of benefits for the majority of credit cards in the United States.

Sift wallet

Seed Round in 2016
Sift, operating under ShopInbox, Inc., is a mobile application that helps consumers maximize their credit card benefits and secure refunds. By analyzing complex credit card policies, Sift uncovers hidden advantages such as price protection, theft and damage coverage, and extended warranties. The app tracks digital receipts from users' email accounts, consolidating purchase information and mapping benefits to individual transactions. It simplifies the claims process by automatically filing requests for reimbursements with credit card issuers, allowing users to reclaim funds that would otherwise go unclaimed. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Sift aims to enhance financial awareness and convenience for users, ensuring they can access and utilize the full range of benefits their credit cards offer. Founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Sift is distinguished as the first service to provide comprehensive mapping of benefits for the majority of credit cards in the United States.

Sift wallet

Venture Round in 2016
Sift, operating under ShopInbox, Inc., is a mobile application that helps consumers maximize their credit card benefits and secure refunds. By analyzing complex credit card policies, Sift uncovers hidden advantages such as price protection, theft and damage coverage, and extended warranties. The app tracks digital receipts from users' email accounts, consolidating purchase information and mapping benefits to individual transactions. It simplifies the claims process by automatically filing requests for reimbursements with credit card issuers, allowing users to reclaim funds that would otherwise go unclaimed. Available on both the App Store and Google Play, Sift aims to enhance financial awareness and convenience for users, ensuring they can access and utilize the full range of benefits their credit cards offer. Founded in 2015 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Sift is distinguished as the first service to provide comprehensive mapping of benefits for the majority of credit cards in the United States.

CardFlight

Series A in 2015
CardFlight, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile point of sale (POS) solutions, enabling small businesses to accept payments easily and securely. Its flagship product, SwipeSimple, is utilized by over 50,000 small businesses across the United States and is highly recommended by major merchant acquirers for its user-friendly design. CardFlight offers a suite of products including a mobile card reader that connects to devices via the headphone jack, as well as a software development kit (SDK) for developers to incorporate payment processing into their applications. The company ensures compliance with PCI Level 1 standards and supports various payment methods, including EMV and NFC contactless transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, CardFlight has established itself as a leader in payment acceptance technology, catering to diverse sectors such as retail, food and beverage, and professional services. With a commitment to innovation and user experience, CardFlight continues to provide solutions that streamline payment processing for businesses.

KptnCook

Seed Round in 2015
KptnCook is a Berlin-based mobile app that provides curated recipes and shopping lists. The app presents three new recipes each day along with step-by-step cooking pictures, helping users prepare meals at home. Shopping lists reference real products and prices from multiple supermarkets, enabling users to plan and purchase ingredients directly. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on easy, healthy cooking and home meal preparation.

Chronos Mobile Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
Chronos Mobile Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in developing a time-tracking application for mobile devices, designed to help users gain insights into their daily activities and time management. Its flagship product, the Chronos app, operates in the background of users' phones, automatically recording where they have been and how much time they spend on various activities, such as exercising or socializing. The app also enables users to set personal time-related goals, such as improving sleep habits, and provides motivational support to achieve these targets. Additionally, Chronos offers a Data Collector for Android, which allows users to add friends and view personalized infographics about their time usage. The company's focus is on integrating diverse data sources to enhance users' understanding of their time management and decision-making processes. As of August 2015, Chronos Mobile Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Life360 Inc.

Adinch

Seed Round in 2014
Adinch Inc. operates an online advertising platform that facilitates the promotion of products and services on mobile applications and websites. Established on June 5, 2012, and based in San Francisco, California, the company provides a web and mobile-based solution that allows users to earn revenue by displaying advertisements in mobile applications for both Android and iOS, as well as on mobile sites. Adinch's platform enables advertisers to optimize traffic exchange and collaborate with other advertising networks, allowing them to effectively organize advertising campaigns while helping developers monetize their mobile applications and websites.

KptnCook

Venture Round in 2014
KptnCook is a Berlin-based mobile app that provides curated recipes and shopping lists. The app presents three new recipes each day along with step-by-step cooking pictures, helping users prepare meals at home. Shopping lists reference real products and prices from multiple supermarkets, enabling users to plan and purchase ingredients directly. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on easy, healthy cooking and home meal preparation.

Chronos Mobile Technologies

Convertible Note in 2014
Chronos Mobile Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in developing a time-tracking application for mobile devices, designed to help users gain insights into their daily activities and time management. Its flagship product, the Chronos app, operates in the background of users' phones, automatically recording where they have been and how much time they spend on various activities, such as exercising or socializing. The app also enables users to set personal time-related goals, such as improving sleep habits, and provides motivational support to achieve these targets. Additionally, Chronos offers a Data Collector for Android, which allows users to add friends and view personalized infographics about their time usage. The company's focus is on integrating diverse data sources to enhance users' understanding of their time management and decision-making processes. As of August 2015, Chronos Mobile Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Life360 Inc.

Intentiva

Seed Round in 2014
Intentiva Inc. is a technology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in developing visual natural user interfaces (NUI) designed for seamless interaction with connected home, office, and medical devices. Its flagship product, uCentric, enables users to control devices such as TVs, computer monitors, and tablets through simple hand gestures, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. The interface leverages insights from neuroscience to inform its machine learning algorithms, aiming to recognize users' intentions effectively. The technology currently utilizes input from depth cameras, with future versions planned to support standard webcams. Intentiva was previously known as Intentive Communications Corp.

Vessel

Seed Round in 2013
Mobile app publishers spend a tremendous amount of effort driving downloads, but root cause analysis regarding user engagement and retention is often muddled. To solve this challenge, Vessel has created an advanced and powerful WYSIWIG platform that empowers product managers/marketers to rapidly build and launch experiments (no coding required) in their native mobile apps in real-time, WITHOUT waiting for app store updates. With Vessel, marketers can deliver targeted and personalized content to specific segments of their audience, instantly. Their platform provides detailed analytics on engagement, retention funnel outcomes, and more, allowing product managers/marketers to quantify results and make informed decisions before deploying a single line of code. Vessel supports all native platforms (iOS, Android & Windows) as well as cross-platforms like PhoneGap, Appcelerator.

CardFlight

Seed Round in 2013
CardFlight, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile point of sale (POS) solutions, enabling small businesses to accept payments easily and securely. Its flagship product, SwipeSimple, is utilized by over 50,000 small businesses across the United States and is highly recommended by major merchant acquirers for its user-friendly design. CardFlight offers a suite of products including a mobile card reader that connects to devices via the headphone jack, as well as a software development kit (SDK) for developers to incorporate payment processing into their applications. The company ensures compliance with PCI Level 1 standards and supports various payment methods, including EMV and NFC contactless transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, CardFlight has established itself as a leader in payment acceptance technology, catering to diverse sectors such as retail, food and beverage, and professional services. With a commitment to innovation and user experience, CardFlight continues to provide solutions that streamline payment processing for businesses.

Eversnap

Convertible Note in 2013
Eversnap is a mobile application designed to facilitate the sharing of photos and videos in a secure and private manner. Available on both Android and iOS platforms, Eversnap enables users to create real-time online albums for events and celebrations, allowing participants to capture and share memories instantly. The application is versatile, catering to various occasions such as weddings, group travels, reunions, and family gatherings, ensuring that users can upload and view moments as they happen or add them later. Originally known as Wedding Snap, the company rebranded to Eversnap in July 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. In August 2020, Eversnap was acquired by Snappr, Inc.

Proven

Series A in 2013
Proven is a hiring tool tailored for small businesses, providing an employment application software that simplifies the recruitment process. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows employers to manage hiring tasks directly from their smartphones or tablets. Users can post job openings on platforms like Craigslist, as well as review resumes, respond to candidates, and contact them efficiently. Proven's fully native apps for iOS and Android enhance the hiring experience by making it accessible and convenient for busy employers.

Eversnap

Seed Round in 2013
Eversnap is a mobile application designed to facilitate the sharing of photos and videos in a secure and private manner. Available on both Android and iOS platforms, Eversnap enables users to create real-time online albums for events and celebrations, allowing participants to capture and share memories instantly. The application is versatile, catering to various occasions such as weddings, group travels, reunions, and family gatherings, ensuring that users can upload and view moments as they happen or add them later. Originally known as Wedding Snap, the company rebranded to Eversnap in July 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. In August 2020, Eversnap was acquired by Snappr, Inc.

Cliptone

Seed Round in 2013
Cliptone is a messaging application that enables its users to send creative voice messages to their friends. It allows its users to record a clip up to 10 seconds; apply voice filters and background music; and more. Cliptone was launched on March 3, 2012 in Toronto, Ontario.

Pixowl

Seed Round in 2012
Pixowl Inc. is a mobile game development company founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional development studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The company focuses on creating engaging games for casual gamers, children, and families, offering titles under various brands including Pixowl, Greedy Grub, Doodle Grub, Safari Party, and The Sandbox. One of its standout games, "The Sandbox," has gained significant acclaim, being recognized by Apple as one of the Best Games of 2012. This game allows players to create and share pixelated worlds, positioning it alongside popular titles like Minecraft in the world-building genre. Pixowl aims to enhance player experiences through character-driven storylines and comic book art, catering to a diverse audience with its family-friendly gaming offerings. As of 2018, Pixowl operates as a subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited.

Glassy Pro

Angel Round in 2012
Glassy Pro is a start-up that merges technology with action sports, focusing on enhancing the surfing experience through innovative products. The company has developed a fitness tracking wearable device, specifically designed for surfers, which integrates seamlessly with a mobile application available on both iOS and Android platforms. This device not only records activity but also provides detailed insights into each surfing session, including GPS position, wave count, speed, and overall performance metrics. By delivering precise data and notifications about optimal surf conditions, Glassy Pro aims to help surfers improve their skills and enjoyment of the sport.

Proven

Series A in 2012
Proven is a hiring tool tailored for small businesses, providing an employment application software that simplifies the recruitment process. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows employers to manage hiring tasks directly from their smartphones or tablets. Users can post job openings on platforms like Craigslist, as well as review resumes, respond to candidates, and contact them efficiently. Proven's fully native apps for iOS and Android enhance the hiring experience by making it accessible and convenient for busy employers.

Airy Labs

Convertible Note in 2011
Airy Labs, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in designing and developing social learning games for children. Founded in 2011, it creates a variety of educational gaming experiences, including mobile and tablet games for iOS and Android, browser-based social games, and casual massively multiplayer online games. The company is dedicated to the philosophy of "learning through play" and "learning by doing," aiming to make education enjoyable and engaging. Its games are crafted to teach both academic subjects and essential life skills, fostering cognitive development and social interaction among players. By integrating concepts from cognitive neuroscience and social psychology, Airy Labs strives to enhance game design and educational outcomes, ensuring that children can learn effectively while having fun.

Proven

Convertible Note in 2010
Proven is a hiring tool tailored for small businesses, providing an employment application software that simplifies the recruitment process. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows employers to manage hiring tasks directly from their smartphones or tablets. Users can post job openings on platforms like Craigslist, as well as review resumes, respond to candidates, and contact them efficiently. Proven's fully native apps for iOS and Android enhance the hiring experience by making it accessible and convenient for busy employers.
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