Route 66 Ventures

Route 66 Ventures is a private investment firm focused on helping entrepreneurs shape the financial services landscape of tomorrow by providing Venture Capital and Credit solutions to emerging financial technology and services companies. Route 66’s Venture Capital team invests globally in early and growth stage disruptors, incumbents and service providers throughout various sectors in the financial services ecosystem. Route 66’s Credit team seeks to fund alternative lending platforms and business models with balance sheet needs by purchasing whole loans or providing secured debt facilities.

Ben Britt

Managing Partner

Eric Dobosh

Principal

Stuart Fox

CFO

Ryan Katz

Founder and Managing Partner

Li, Stella

Credit Analyst

Robert Peterson

General Partner

Jim Rothberg

General Partner

Pat Wilson

Partner

84 past transactions

EarthOptics

Venture Round in 2024
EarthOptics is a developer of a global soil cloud platform aimed at sustainable agricultural management. The company utilizes advanced sensors and machine learning techniques to create highly accurate soil maps based on minimal soil samples. Its technology provides insights into various soil attributes, including compaction, fertility, and carbon levels. This information enables farmers, ranchers, and land managers to make informed and sustainable soil management decisions, which can lead to improved profitability and environmental stewardship. Additionally, EarthOptics offers near-real-time actionable data that enhances soil health management and provides cost-effective verification for carbon credits.

Accesspay

Venture Round in 2024
AccessPay is a cloud-based platform that specializes in payment operations for finance and treasury teams, enhancing the efficiency and security of banking processes. The platform connects corporations to over 16,000 banks globally, allowing for streamlined integration with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. By automating bank statement retrieval and implementing security features such as Confirmation of Payee and Sanctions Screening, AccessPay minimizes the risks associated with payment operations while improving cash visibility. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, AccessPay aims to transform the way businesses handle payments and cash management, offering solutions for various transaction types including credit transfers and direct debits.

Joon

Venture Round in 2023
Joon Care is the world's first teletherapy platform designed exclusively for teens and young adults ages 13-24. Joon delivers a new model for mental health care that integrates the benefits of live one-on-one therapy sessions with a mobile app-based experience. Joon's clinical team uses an evidence-based, skills-focused approach that is personalized for each individual client.

Switchboard Health

Seed Round in 2023
Switchboard Health, founded in 2023 and based in Boise, Idaho, provides a specialty care network platform designed to improve access to integrated and comprehensive healthcare. The company focuses on helping payers, health systems, employers, and at-risk providers utilize virtual care solutions effectively. By activating individuals in need of care and connecting them with appropriate providers, Switchboard Health streamlines the specialty referral process. The platform includes navigator support and integrated data capabilities, allowing for effective tracking of care quality and outcomes. This approach aims to enhance patient experiences across various care journeys while simultaneously reducing costs for employers and payers through improved navigation and coordination of care.

Vital Bio

Venture Round in 2023
Vital Bio is focused on transforming lab testing to make healthcare more accessible and personalized. The company develops advanced diagnostic technologies that connect diagnosis and treatment through a comprehensive ecosystem of devices, software, and services. By empowering patients to monitor their health and manage diseases, Vital Bio aims to enhance the overall healthcare experience. Their approach seeks to reduce disparities in healthcare outcomes and redistribute control to patients while equipping healthcare providers with the tools necessary to achieve better results.

Yuvo Health

Series A in 2023
Yuvo Health specializes in supporting federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) by offering administrative and managed-care contracting services. The company aims to empower these health centers to access new revenue streams through value-based care. Yuvo Health's approach allows health centers and their patients to benefit from value-based care without the associated risks, staff burnout, or overwhelming data management. By providing these essential resources, Yuvo Health plays a crucial role in enhancing the operational efficiency and financial sustainability of community health centers.

Change Foods

Seed Round in 2023
Change Foods, Inc. is a food technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in the production of animal-free cheese and dairy products. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes precision fermentation technology to create bio-identical dairy proteins and ingredients by harnessing the power of microbes instead of animals. This innovative approach allows Change Foods to offer lactose-free, hormone-free, and hypoallergenic products, contributing to a reduction in the environmental footprint associated with traditional dairy production. The company is focused on transforming the dairy industry by providing sustainable alternatives that cater to evolving consumer preferences.

Ryse Health

Series A in 2023
Ryse Health is a care platform that helps individuals and families with chronic disease. Its platform provides therapeutics and technology, day-to-day support, coaching, and analytics related to diabetes, thereby enabling patients to have easy in-person and virtual access to an endocrinologist and full care team. It aims to create a world that is free of the burden of chronic disease. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Arlington, Virginia.

EarthOptics

Series B in 2023
EarthOptics is a developer of a global soil cloud platform aimed at sustainable agricultural management. The company utilizes advanced sensors and machine learning techniques to create highly accurate soil maps based on minimal soil samples. Its technology provides insights into various soil attributes, including compaction, fertility, and carbon levels. This information enables farmers, ranchers, and land managers to make informed and sustainable soil management decisions, which can lead to improved profitability and environmental stewardship. Additionally, EarthOptics offers near-real-time actionable data that enhances soil health management and provides cost-effective verification for carbon credits.

Inflow

Series A in 2023
Inflow is a company that specializes in developing a science-based digital program for managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The program focuses on cognitive behavioral therapy, offering users tools and support to help them understand and manage their symptoms effectively. Inflow's approach includes teaching users techniques to reduce procrastination, set personal goals, and track their progress over time. The company aims to empower individuals with ADHD by equipping them with the necessary skills to reach their full potential.

Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2022
Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a preclinical biotechnology company based in New York that specializes in developing novel psychotropic drugs aimed at treating mental illnesses. Established in 2019, the company focuses on creating innovative compounds that enhance the therapeutic benefits of classic psychedelics while improving safety, tolerability, duration, and efficacy. Gilgamesh addresses the growing global mental health crisis by providing treatments for various neuropsychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and stress-related issues. Through a combination of medicinal chemistry and drug development expertise, the company aims to accelerate the availability of effective therapies, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from central nervous system disorders.

Sensorium Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
Sensorium Therapeutics is a drug discovery platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on developing novel FDA-approved psychoactive medicines. Founded in 2021, the company utilizes an artificial intelligence product engine to discover and develop drugs targeting central nervous system diseases. By integrating historical human efficacy data from natural compounds, Sensorium Therapeutics aims to create new medicines characterized by innovative pharmacology and improved clinical success rates. This approach enables pharmaceutical companies to enhance their drug development processes effectively.

Ordaos Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Ordaōs is a human-enabled, machine-driven drug design company. We create customized mini-proteins that help pharma and biotechs around the world deliver safer and more effective life-saving treatments in a fraction of the time of traditional discovery methods. miniPRO proteins are created and evaluated in silico, and then rigorously tested in vitro, which enables us to reliably and repeatedly deliver de novo solutions that meet our client’s stringent requirements at scale, including novelty and probability of clinical success. At Ordaōs, we help birth novel therapies that reduce patient suffering, improve health, and extend life.

Flume Health

Series A in 2022
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

NourishedRx

Seed Round in 2022
NourishedRx is a provider of personalized food solutions aimed at health plan members and patients with diet-sensitive chronic health conditions, particularly those experiencing nutrition insecurity. Founded in 2019 in Stamford, Connecticut, the company delivers customized meal plans and meal prep kits tailored to individual eating habits. In addition to food solutions, NourishedRx offers educational resources and support to promote lasting behavior change, ultimately enhancing member engagement and satisfaction. The company's approach is designed to improve clinical outcomes and deliver significant cost savings for both individuals and healthcare systems.

Change Foods

Seed Round in 2022
Change Foods, Inc. is a food technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in the production of animal-free cheese and dairy products. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes precision fermentation technology to create bio-identical dairy proteins and ingredients by harnessing the power of microbes instead of animals. This innovative approach allows Change Foods to offer lactose-free, hormone-free, and hypoallergenic products, contributing to a reduction in the environmental footprint associated with traditional dairy production. The company is focused on transforming the dairy industry by providing sustainable alternatives that cater to evolving consumer preferences.

Inflow

Seed Round in 2022
Inflow is a company that specializes in developing a science-based digital program for managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The program focuses on cognitive behavioral therapy, offering users tools and support to help them understand and manage their symptoms effectively. Inflow's approach includes teaching users techniques to reduce procrastination, set personal goals, and track their progress over time. The company aims to empower individuals with ADHD by equipping them with the necessary skills to reach their full potential.

Felt

Seed Round in 2021
At Felt (formerly Mine'd), we believe emotional well-being begins with building better relationships with yourself and those around you. We are the first interactive feelings school to help you improve your relationships and navigate life's hardest moments. Through immersive Felt Courses, live coaching and on-demand content, the top therapists, coaches and experts, we'll teach you the relationship skills you never learned in school. ABOUT US We have grown really fast, totally organically (we acquired over 100k users with over one million videos watched in the last 6 months alone!) We also raised a $3.5MM seed round from some amazing investors including Listen Ventures (early VC behind Calm), Jefferey Katzenberg's fund WNDRCO (President of Dreamworks), Able Partners (VC behind Goop, Bumble, Oura Ring, Bulletproof, Daily Harvest), Ed Baker (former VP of Growth at Facebook and Uber), Jillionaire from Major Lazer, and more. ABOUT OUR TEAM Our team cares deeply about celebrating emotional wellness and breaking the rules while doing it to drive more access. We are constantly working to push the norm and reinvent how folks think about and interact with emotional health support. We lead with compassion and curiosity, work hard but celebrate in the process, and love strong opinions balanced with strong collaboration. We have a diverse, world-class team. Some of us come from reputable enterprises in tech and media while others are self-made personal growth experts. We create deep and meaningful connections and relationships with everyone in the company as we are all building Mine'd together. Mine'd is a meritocracy founded in collaboration and innovative minds. Come join us in our mission is to celebrate emotional and relational wellness. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in New York.

Grounded Foods Co.

Seed Round in 2021
Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses made from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Its product offerings include gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all crafted through a proprietary fermentation process. This innovative approach allows the products to closely mimic the flavor and texture of traditional dairy cheese while providing high nutritional value and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded in 2019 by Australian entrepreneurs Veronica Fil, a behavioral economist, and Shaun Quade, an internationally acclaimed chef, the company aims to make dairy-free cheese accessible to a wider audience through both retail and online sales.

EarthOptics

Series A in 2021
EarthOptics is a developer of a global soil cloud platform aimed at sustainable agricultural management. The company utilizes advanced sensors and machine learning techniques to create highly accurate soil maps based on minimal soil samples. Its technology provides insights into various soil attributes, including compaction, fertility, and carbon levels. This information enables farmers, ranchers, and land managers to make informed and sustainable soil management decisions, which can lead to improved profitability and environmental stewardship. Additionally, EarthOptics offers near-real-time actionable data that enhances soil health management and provides cost-effective verification for carbon credits.

Payzer

Series D in 2021
Payzer is a developer of a mobile and internet payment application designed to facilitate payments and provide credit with instant approvals. Its cloud-based platform enables customers to accept credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks both in the field and at their home offices. With features that include real-time tracking, Payzer's solution helps contractors manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them to streamline their payment processes and enhance business growth.

Flume Health

Seed Round in 2021
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2021
Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a preclinical biotechnology company based in New York that specializes in developing novel psychotropic drugs aimed at treating mental illnesses. Established in 2019, the company focuses on creating innovative compounds that enhance the therapeutic benefits of classic psychedelics while improving safety, tolerability, duration, and efficacy. Gilgamesh addresses the growing global mental health crisis by providing treatments for various neuropsychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and stress-related issues. Through a combination of medicinal chemistry and drug development expertise, the company aims to accelerate the availability of effective therapies, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from central nervous system disorders.

Maxwell Financial Labs

Series B in 2021
Maxwell Financial Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015. The company has developed a comprehensive platform that facilitates connections among home buyers, real estate agents, and lenders. Its Mortgage Optimization Platform streamlines the entire mortgage loan process, from the initial application to the secondary market. By offering a suite of technology-driven solutions, Maxwell Financial Labs aims to provide local lending teams with a competitive edge, enabling them to better serve their communities and enhance access to homeownership. The company focuses on empowering non-depository mortgage banks, credit unions, brokers, and local banks to leverage its innovations for improved customer experiences and operational efficiency.

Joon

Venture Round in 2020
Joon Care is the world's first teletherapy platform designed exclusively for teens and young adults ages 13-24. Joon delivers a new model for mental health care that integrates the benefits of live one-on-one therapy sessions with a mobile app-based experience. Joon's clinical team uses an evidence-based, skills-focused approach that is personalized for each individual client.

Till

Seed Round in 2020
Till is a financial services company that offers a financial platform serving the residential real estate rental industry. Its platform optimizes the landlord revenue by supporting resident financial stability with cash-based incentives and short-term rental loans. The company was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.

River Health

Seed Round in 2020
River Health is a provider of essential health and wellness services, catering to both businesses and individuals. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, River Health offers a comprehensive range of over 140 services, including 24/7 access to doctors, urgent care visits, nutritional advice, at-home lab tests, and behavioral health support. The company partners with healthcare providers, payers, and digital health companies to deliver quality care and make healthcare more accessible. By leveraging technology, River Health aims to enhance the healthcare experience, particularly for millennials seeking convenient and effective health solutions.

Maxwell Financial Labs

Series A in 2020
Maxwell Financial Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015. The company has developed a comprehensive platform that facilitates connections among home buyers, real estate agents, and lenders. Its Mortgage Optimization Platform streamlines the entire mortgage loan process, from the initial application to the secondary market. By offering a suite of technology-driven solutions, Maxwell Financial Labs aims to provide local lending teams with a competitive edge, enabling them to better serve their communities and enhance access to homeownership. The company focuses on empowering non-depository mortgage banks, credit unions, brokers, and local banks to leverage its innovations for improved customer experiences and operational efficiency.

QuanTemplate

Series B in 2019
Quantemplate enables business users to take raw data sources, cleanse and harmonise them with tools powered by machine learning, then perform analysis to develop competitive advantage through proprietary insights. Leading insurance businesses use Quantemplate to grow their business, collapse their costs and enable digital transformation. The company was recently named a European FinTech Top50 company and a Global InsurTech Top21.

DriveWealth

Series C in 2019
DriveWealth, LLC is a financial technology company based in Chatham, New Jersey, specializing in mobile investing solutions for individual investors. Founded in 2012, it offers a platform that allows users to trade U.S. listed stocks and exchange-traded funds, while also providing educational content to enhance financial literacy. The company is recognized for its pioneering role in fractional equities trading, enabling users to invest in real-time fractional shares. DriveWealth empowers over 100 global partners, including digital advisors and online brokers, by providing a cloud-based, API-driven brokerage infrastructure that facilitates branded investing experiences. This approach aims to enhance customer engagement, acquisition, and retention, making investing accessible to individuals across various levels of financial expertise and wealth stages.

Motionsoft

Venture Round in 2019
Motionsoft, Inc. develops gym management software solutions tailored for fitness clubs, corporate wellness centers, hospital wellness facilities, and university recreation centers. The company's offerings include MoSo Club, a cloud-based platform for payment processing, and MoSo Enterprise, an enterprise-level business management suite that helps users analyze data related to member usage and needs. Additionally, Motionsoft provides various software modules, such as Front Desk Check-In, Kids’ Club for childcare management, smart locker systems, access control solutions, and scheduling software for personal training and other services. These tools are designed to help club professionals automate operations, enhance member engagement, and improve retention rates, ultimately driving financial and operational efficiencies. Founded in 2004 and based in Rockville, Maryland, Motionsoft was previously known as KI Software, Inc. and became a subsidiary of DAXKO LLC in 2020.

Infrascale

Series B in 2019
Infrascale Inc. is a cloud software company specializing in data protection and management solutions tailored for high-volume cloud storage. The company offers a suite of products, including cloud backup and archiving solutions such as SOS Business, designed for mission-critical data protection, and EndGuard, which provides centralized cloud-based backup for corporate devices. Infrascale also features Infrascale FileLocker for enterprise file sharing and SOS Online Backup for individuals and small businesses. Its services encompass Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service, ransomware mitigation, and comprehensive data security solutions that operate across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. Serving diverse sectors including finance, healthcare, education, and government, Infrascale aims to simplify secure offsite data storage and disaster recovery, ensuring higher availability and enhanced security for its clients. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company has expanded its presence with offices in various locations, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and India.

Vemo Education

Series A in 2019
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.

Till

Seed Round in 2019
Till is a financial services company that offers a financial platform serving the residential real estate rental industry. Its platform optimizes the landlord revenue by supporting resident financial stability with cash-based incentives and short-term rental loans. The company was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.

Accesspay

Venture Round in 2019
AccessPay is a cloud-based platform that specializes in payment operations for finance and treasury teams, enhancing the efficiency and security of banking processes. The platform connects corporations to over 16,000 banks globally, allowing for streamlined integration with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. By automating bank statement retrieval and implementing security features such as Confirmation of Payee and Sanctions Screening, AccessPay minimizes the risks associated with payment operations while improving cash visibility. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, AccessPay aims to transform the way businesses handle payments and cash management, offering solutions for various transaction types including credit transfers and direct debits.

Payzer

Series C in 2018
Payzer is a developer of a mobile and internet payment application designed to facilitate payments and provide credit with instant approvals. Its cloud-based platform enables customers to accept credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks both in the field and at their home offices. With features that include real-time tracking, Payzer's solution helps contractors manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them to streamline their payment processes and enhance business growth.

Zebit

Debt Financing in 2018
Zebit, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in San Diego, California, that focuses on providing credit-challenged consumers with access to a wide range of products through its website, Zebit.com. Founded in 2001, Zebit aims to create positive changes in the lives of its customers by offering a proprietary financing solution that allows them to pay for their purchases in installments over six months. The company utilizes consumer income data and advanced risk analytics to facilitate shopping for name-brand products within a closed marketplace. Zebit's offerings include various categories of products, such as electronics and e-certificates, enabling customers to make essential purchases while managing their budgets effectively.

clearmatics

Series A in 2018
Clearmatics, established in 2015 and based in London, is a blockchain company focused on creating decentralized network platforms for the peer-to-peer exchange of tokenized value. The company designs member-owned and governed networks that facilitate the transfer of financial value and automate contractual operations without relying on trusted intermediaries. Its technology is centered on a protocol suite known as Autonity, which is built on the Ethereum blockchain and supports the development of private, interoperable networks. Clearmatics aims to revolutionize capital markets by enabling faster settlement cycles, reducing transaction costs, and mitigating risks associated with liquidity and concentration. The company's approach fosters a next-generation decentralized financial market infrastructure (dFMI) that encourages self-regulation and enhances security, thereby creating a broader ecosystem for value transfer across various platforms. Clearmatics is committed to the open-source movement and maintains strong connections with the Ethereum community and the Ethereum Foundation, actively participating in initiatives such as the Ethereum Enterprise Alliance.

Payzer

Series B in 2018
Payzer is a developer of a mobile and internet payment application designed to facilitate payments and provide credit with instant approvals. Its cloud-based platform enables customers to accept credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks both in the field and at their home offices. With features that include real-time tracking, Payzer's solution helps contractors manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them to streamline their payment processes and enhance business growth.

Till

Seed Round in 2018
Till is a financial services company that offers a financial platform serving the residential real estate rental industry. Its platform optimizes the landlord revenue by supporting resident financial stability with cash-based incentives and short-term rental loans. The company was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.

Qwil

Debt Financing in 2018
Qwil provides individual contractors, freelancers, and small businesses with financial tools and solutions. It offers an application that enables its users to manage and spend their earnings through their Qwil debit card. Qwil also enables its users to earn and spend money before they are paid for their services. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

NextCapital

Series C in 2018
NextCapital is a Chicago-based company established in 1996 that offers a digital advice platform designed to provide personalized planning and managed accounts to individual investors. The platform features an open-architecture advisory system that integrates account aggregation, analytics, planning, and portfolio management. This approach allows partners, including financial institutions, to customize their advice methodologies and fiduciary roles. NextCapital serves clients through various channels, including 401(k), IRA, and taxable brokerage accounts, ensuring that investors have access to objective and comprehensive portfolio services tailored to their specific needs.

Hydrogen

Seed Round in 2018
Hydrogen operates a no-code platform designed to simplify crypto payments for users, allowing them to spend cryptocurrency at any merchant that accepts debit cards. The platform offers a white-labeled debit card program that integrates seamlessly with various financial technologies, including wallets, money service businesses, processors, sponsor banks, rewards networks, and KYC vendors. By bundling these services under a single contract, Hydrogen enables Web3 companies to efficiently manage crypto transactions. The company has received multiple accolades, including recognition as a World-Changing Technology by Fast Company and FinTech Startup of the Year by KPMG Luxembourg. Additionally, Hydrogen is a graduate of several prestigious fintech accelerator programs, reflecting its commitment to empowering organizations to create innovative financial products for customers worldwide.

QuanTemplate

Series A in 2017
Quantemplate enables business users to take raw data sources, cleanse and harmonise them with tools powered by machine learning, then perform analysis to develop competitive advantage through proprietary insights. Leading insurance businesses use Quantemplate to grow their business, collapse their costs and enable digital transformation. The company was recently named a European FinTech Top50 company and a Global InsurTech Top21.

Maxwell Financial Labs

Seed Round in 2017
Maxwell Financial Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015. The company has developed a comprehensive platform that facilitates connections among home buyers, real estate agents, and lenders. Its Mortgage Optimization Platform streamlines the entire mortgage loan process, from the initial application to the secondary market. By offering a suite of technology-driven solutions, Maxwell Financial Labs aims to provide local lending teams with a competitive edge, enabling them to better serve their communities and enhance access to homeownership. The company focuses on empowering non-depository mortgage banks, credit unions, brokers, and local banks to leverage its innovations for improved customer experiences and operational efficiency.

DriveWealth

Series B in 2017
DriveWealth, LLC is a financial technology company based in Chatham, New Jersey, specializing in mobile investing solutions for individual investors. Founded in 2012, it offers a platform that allows users to trade U.S. listed stocks and exchange-traded funds, while also providing educational content to enhance financial literacy. The company is recognized for its pioneering role in fractional equities trading, enabling users to invest in real-time fractional shares. DriveWealth empowers over 100 global partners, including digital advisors and online brokers, by providing a cloud-based, API-driven brokerage infrastructure that facilitates branded investing experiences. This approach aims to enhance customer engagement, acquisition, and retention, making investing accessible to individuals across various levels of financial expertise and wealth stages.

Vemo Education

Seed Round in 2017
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.

MoneyHero Group

Series B in 2017
MoneyHero Group is a fintech company that focuses on personal finance aggregation and comparison, aiming to empower individuals for a better financial future. The company's key pillars include Personal Finance Platforms and B2B Business, fostering partnerships with Creatory Channel Partners and Content Creators under eKos_connect. MoneyHero Group shapes the future of finance through technology and connectivity.

Bunker

Series A in 2017
Bunker is a prominent provider of insurance compliance and verification solutions. The company has developed a digital business insurance platform that enhances contract-related insurance experiences for enterprises, suppliers, and independent contractors. By offering a comprehensive marketplace for contract-related insurance, Bunker identifies small business insurance buyers and delivers tailored policies precisely when needed. The platform integrates Smart Certificate of Insurance (COI) screening and compliance verification, streamlining the insurance process for its users. Through its innovative approach, Bunker aims to improve the overall insurance experience, particularly in the context of contingent staffing models.

simplesurance

Venture Round in 2017
Simplesurance GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing cross-selling software solutions for e-commerce. Founded in 2012, it focuses on integrating insurance offerings directly into the online checkout process, allowing customers to purchase relevant insurance products alongside their purchases. This innovative approach enables online retailers to enhance their revenue by monetizing customers multiple times during a single transaction. Simplesurance serves over 2,000 partners, including prominent e-commerce platforms and electronic manufacturers, by providing flexible and effective cross-selling solutions. Additionally, the company offers a digital broker service that allows customers to manage their insurance policies conveniently from their smartphones, ensuring a paperless experience. With a commitment to blending traditional insurance with digital commerce, Simplesurance is positioned at the intersection of these two industries.

Sunlight Financial

Private Equity Round in 2017
Sunlight Financial LLC is a technology-enabled finance company that specializes in providing point-of-sale financing solutions for homeowners and contractors across the United States. Established in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company partners with contractors in the solar and home improvement sectors to facilitate financing for projects such as solar system installations, roofing, HVAC, energy efficiency upgrades, and interior remodeling. Sunlight's advanced technology and expertise in credit management streamline the financing process, ensuring a quick and efficient experience for both contractors and homeowners. The company generates revenue through platform fees for each loan it facilitates and fees associated with loan portfolio management and servicing.

Vemo Education

Seed Round in 2016
Vemo Education, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Reston, Virginia, dedicated to enhancing educational access for all Americans. The company specializes in income-based student financing solutions, particularly through the design and implementation of income share agreement (ISA) programs. Vemo partners with colleges and universities to create tailored financing options that address financial barriers to education and promote economic mobility. Their services encompass product design, fund creation, loan origination, disbursement, servicing, and compliance with legal regulations. Through these efforts, Vemo aims to improve educational opportunities and support the financial well-being of students.

Motionsoft

Venture Round in 2016
Motionsoft, Inc. develops gym management software solutions tailored for fitness clubs, corporate wellness centers, hospital wellness facilities, and university recreation centers. The company's offerings include MoSo Club, a cloud-based platform for payment processing, and MoSo Enterprise, an enterprise-level business management suite that helps users analyze data related to member usage and needs. Additionally, Motionsoft provides various software modules, such as Front Desk Check-In, Kids’ Club for childcare management, smart locker systems, access control solutions, and scheduling software for personal training and other services. These tools are designed to help club professionals automate operations, enhance member engagement, and improve retention rates, ultimately driving financial and operational efficiencies. Founded in 2004 and based in Rockville, Maryland, Motionsoft was previously known as KI Software, Inc. and became a subsidiary of DAXKO LLC in 2020.

Payzer

Series B in 2016
Payzer is a developer of a mobile and internet payment application designed to facilitate payments and provide credit with instant approvals. Its cloud-based platform enables customers to accept credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks both in the field and at their home offices. With features that include real-time tracking, Payzer's solution helps contractors manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them to streamline their payment processes and enhance business growth.

Bunker

Seed Round in 2016
Bunker is a prominent provider of insurance compliance and verification solutions. The company has developed a digital business insurance platform that enhances contract-related insurance experiences for enterprises, suppliers, and independent contractors. By offering a comprehensive marketplace for contract-related insurance, Bunker identifies small business insurance buyers and delivers tailored policies precisely when needed. The platform integrates Smart Certificate of Insurance (COI) screening and compliance verification, streamlining the insurance process for its users. Through its innovative approach, Bunker aims to improve the overall insurance experience, particularly in the context of contingent staffing models.

NextCapital

Series B in 2015
NextCapital is a Chicago-based company established in 1996 that offers a digital advice platform designed to provide personalized planning and managed accounts to individual investors. The platform features an open-architecture advisory system that integrates account aggregation, analytics, planning, and portfolio management. This approach allows partners, including financial institutions, to customize their advice methodologies and fiduciary roles. NextCapital serves clients through various channels, including 401(k), IRA, and taxable brokerage accounts, ensuring that investors have access to objective and comprehensive portfolio services tailored to their specific needs.

LQD Business Finance

Debt Financing in 2015
LQD Business Finance is a Chicago-based, technology-enabled company that provides small and medium sized businesses with structured loans. The company develops a whole-business financing solution through a single loan product that meets all the aspects of a business’ financing requirements such as acquisition, working capital, purchase orders, and refinancing solutions. LQD Business Finance generates revenue as a percent of its clients’ loan amount. It evaluates the risk of each potential loan by using a proprietary risk management and backing software known as LQD Matrix.

Knip

Series B in 2015
Knip AG, founded in September 2013 by Dennis Just and Christina Kehl, operates as an innovative insurance management company with offices in Zurich, Berlin, and Belgrade. The firm has grown significantly, employing over 100 staff members and receiving funding from venture capitalists across the U.S., Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands. Knip's primary offering is its mobile application, which allows users to manage all their insurance policies, premiums, and benefits in one place. The app facilitates tasks such as adjusting premiums, executing new policies, and canceling existing ones. Additionally, Knip provides users with biannual financial reviews to help them identify suitable tariffs and products. With a focus on transparency and unbiased advice, the company's insurance experts are available to assist users in navigating their insurance needs effectively. Knip is registered with the German Chamber of Industry & Commerce and certified by the German Technical Inspection Agency.

Moven

Series B in 2015
Moven is a company that specializes in mobile banking and personal finance solutions, aimed at enhancing financial wellness for users. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Moven provides a platform that allows banks and non-bank partners to acquire and engage customers effectively. Its offerings include a mobile money-management application, a debit card, and a contactless payment sticker, all designed to deliver real-time spending insights. These tools empower users to make informed financial decisions and promote savings. Moven's innovative, data-driven services are tailored to improve the financial health of customers, allowing financial institutions to focus on fostering stronger relationships with their clientele.

clearmatics

Seed Round in 2015
Clearmatics, established in 2015 and based in London, is a blockchain company focused on creating decentralized network platforms for the peer-to-peer exchange of tokenized value. The company designs member-owned and governed networks that facilitate the transfer of financial value and automate contractual operations without relying on trusted intermediaries. Its technology is centered on a protocol suite known as Autonity, which is built on the Ethereum blockchain and supports the development of private, interoperable networks. Clearmatics aims to revolutionize capital markets by enabling faster settlement cycles, reducing transaction costs, and mitigating risks associated with liquidity and concentration. The company's approach fosters a next-generation decentralized financial market infrastructure (dFMI) that encourages self-regulation and enhances security, thereby creating a broader ecosystem for value transfer across various platforms. Clearmatics is committed to the open-source movement and maintains strong connections with the Ethereum community and the Ethereum Foundation, actively participating in initiatives such as the Ethereum Enterprise Alliance.

CoverHound

Series C in 2015
CoverHound, Inc., operating as CoverHound Insurance Solutions, is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a comparison shopping platform for car and property insurance. Founded in 2010, CoverHound connects consumers with national insurance carriers and local agents, allowing them to compare accurate rates and find policies that suit their individual needs. The platform is designed to offer transparent access to insurance options, providing smart recommendations and personalized quotes without spamming users. With a focus on user control and data privacy, CoverHound facilitates a seamless experience for customers seeking to shop for and purchase insurance.

QuanTemplate

Series A in 2015
Quantemplate enables business users to take raw data sources, cleanse and harmonise them with tools powered by machine learning, then perform analysis to develop competitive advantage through proprietary insights. Leading insurance businesses use Quantemplate to grow their business, collapse their costs and enable digital transformation. The company was recently named a European FinTech Top50 company and a Global InsurTech Top21.

Delio

Seed Round in 2015
Delio Limited is a technology company based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing a platform for wealth management firms, private banks, and financial institutions to access private investment markets. Their solution supports the entire investment lifecycle, encompassing investor onboarding, deal distribution, transaction management, and post-investment reporting. By offering a highly configurable, white-labeled platform, Delio enables financial institutions to connect their high-net-worth clients with alternative assets and enhance their investment offerings. The company's expertise and network streamline the process of engaging with private markets, addressing the unique challenges faced by these institutions in delivering digital solutions for private investments.

Mirror Contracts

Series A in 2015
Mirror operates an integrated platform that connects investors with underserved markets to facilitate price discovery in traditionally non-transparent ecosystems. Mirror allows its clients to construct security-based swaps that enable them to get long exposure into late-stage private companies, or short exposure to hedge current positions in their portfolio. Established in 2011, Mirror’s clientele is comprised of angel investors, venture capital funds, growth and private equity firms, hedge funds, and other institutional asset managers.

Payzer

Series A in 2015
Payzer is a developer of a mobile and internet payment application designed to facilitate payments and provide credit with instant approvals. Its cloud-based platform enables customers to accept credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks both in the field and at their home offices. With features that include real-time tracking, Payzer's solution helps contractors manage their operations more efficiently, allowing them to streamline their payment processes and enhance business growth.

DriveWealth

Series A in 2015
DriveWealth, LLC is a financial technology company based in Chatham, New Jersey, specializing in mobile investing solutions for individual investors. Founded in 2012, it offers a platform that allows users to trade U.S. listed stocks and exchange-traded funds, while also providing educational content to enhance financial literacy. The company is recognized for its pioneering role in fractional equities trading, enabling users to invest in real-time fractional shares. DriveWealth empowers over 100 global partners, including digital advisors and online brokers, by providing a cloud-based, API-driven brokerage infrastructure that facilitates branded investing experiences. This approach aims to enhance customer engagement, acquisition, and retention, making investing accessible to individuals across various levels of financial expertise and wealth stages.

CoverHound

Series B in 2015
CoverHound, Inc., operating as CoverHound Insurance Solutions, is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a comparison shopping platform for car and property insurance. Founded in 2010, CoverHound connects consumers with national insurance carriers and local agents, allowing them to compare accurate rates and find policies that suit their individual needs. The platform is designed to offer transparent access to insurance options, providing smart recommendations and personalized quotes without spamming users. With a focus on user control and data privacy, CoverHound facilitates a seamless experience for customers seeking to shop for and purchase insurance.

simplesurance

Series B in 2015
Simplesurance GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing cross-selling software solutions for e-commerce. Founded in 2012, it focuses on integrating insurance offerings directly into the online checkout process, allowing customers to purchase relevant insurance products alongside their purchases. This innovative approach enables online retailers to enhance their revenue by monetizing customers multiple times during a single transaction. Simplesurance serves over 2,000 partners, including prominent e-commerce platforms and electronic manufacturers, by providing flexible and effective cross-selling solutions. Additionally, the company offers a digital broker service that allows customers to manage their insurance policies conveniently from their smartphones, ensuring a paperless experience. With a commitment to blending traditional insurance with digital commerce, Simplesurance is positioned at the intersection of these two industries.

Judopay

Series B in 2015
Judopay is a leading provider of mobile-first payment solutions aimed at enhancing the checkout experience for businesses and consumers alike. The company was founded to address challenges associated with traditional payment processes, offering a flexible and seamless platform that facilitates easy acceptance of payments. Judopay partners with a diverse array of brands, including KFC, Countrywide, Wahaca, Connect Cashless Parking, and Chip, and serves various sectors such as retail, food and beverage, finance, mobility, and digital innovation. Its platform features conversion-driven checkouts and flexible payment flows, allowing users to access multiple payment methods while minimizing fraud and maximizing conversion rates.

AMP Credit Technologies

Series A in 2014
AMP is dedicated to serving the needs of small businesses through banks and business service providers. They believe that many small businesses deserve easier access to capital, while banks and business service providers are well positioned to capitalise on this opportunity with their lower cost of capital, extensive distribution networks and established customer relationships. With AMP’s innovative credit scoring and loan servicing platform, refined and proven since its launch in 2010, their partner institutions can make capital easily accessible to small businesses with minimal development effort or investment and on terms that are fair and responsible.

vaamo Finanz

Seed Round in 2014
vaamo Finanz is a leading German robo-advisor that offers an automated online investment platform aimed at simplifying investment for private individuals. The platform enables users to access capital markets easily and invest their money profitably with minimal costs. It focuses on personal financial goals, such as early retirement and children's education, by providing relevant guidance and exceptional customer service. vaamo's investment strategies are based on Nobel Prize-winning research, allowing clients to invest in diversified portfolios through low-cost passive investment methods. The service is designed to be accessible and user-friendly, with no minimum investment requirements and a single all-inclusive fee for its offerings.

Hedgeable

Seed Round in 2014
Hedgeable, Inc. operates an online investment advisory platform that offers wealth management services tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, institutions, and financial professionals. Established in 2009 and based in New York, the firm specializes in managing automated, client-focused portfolios across various asset classes, including public equity, fixed income, and alternative investments. Hedgeable employs fundamental and technical analysis to create diversified portfolios, which include investments in small-cap, mid-cap, and large-cap stocks, as well as US and foreign treasuries, corporate and high-yield bonds. The firm also explores alternative investments, such as venture capital, bitcoin, real estate, and commodities. With a focus on millennials, Hedgeable aims to democratize wealth management by allowing clients to invest with minimal initial capital and providing innovative features like downside protection and account aggregation.

8 Securities

Series B in 2014
8 Securities offered mobile-only investing, a robo-advisory service, a social trading platform, and zero-commission brokerage. Through the platform, members will be able to follow the investment portfolios of top-performing members of the community and learn what they are buying, selling, and holding. They will also see where their own performance ranks.

Moven

Series A in 2014
Moven is a company that specializes in mobile banking and personal finance solutions, aimed at enhancing financial wellness for users. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Moven provides a platform that allows banks and non-bank partners to acquire and engage customers effectively. Its offerings include a mobile money-management application, a debit card, and a contactless payment sticker, all designed to deliver real-time spending insights. These tools empower users to make informed financial decisions and promote savings. Moven's innovative, data-driven services are tailored to improve the financial health of customers, allowing financial institutions to focus on fostering stronger relationships with their clientele.

Motionsoft

Series B in 2014
Motionsoft, Inc. develops gym management software solutions tailored for fitness clubs, corporate wellness centers, hospital wellness facilities, and university recreation centers. The company's offerings include MoSo Club, a cloud-based platform for payment processing, and MoSo Enterprise, an enterprise-level business management suite that helps users analyze data related to member usage and needs. Additionally, Motionsoft provides various software modules, such as Front Desk Check-In, Kids’ Club for childcare management, smart locker systems, access control solutions, and scheduling software for personal training and other services. These tools are designed to help club professionals automate operations, enhance member engagement, and improve retention rates, ultimately driving financial and operational efficiencies. Founded in 2004 and based in Rockville, Maryland, Motionsoft was previously known as KI Software, Inc. and became a subsidiary of DAXKO LLC in 2020.

Accesspay

Series A in 2014
AccessPay is a cloud-based platform that specializes in payment operations for finance and treasury teams, enhancing the efficiency and security of banking processes. The platform connects corporations to over 16,000 banks globally, allowing for streamlined integration with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. By automating bank statement retrieval and implementing security features such as Confirmation of Payee and Sanctions Screening, AccessPay minimizes the risks associated with payment operations while improving cash visibility. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, AccessPay aims to transform the way businesses handle payments and cash management, offering solutions for various transaction types including credit transfers and direct debits.
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