Cherre operates a cloud-based platform that collects, resolves, and manages both public and private real estate data. The company provides tools for document analysis, price evaluation, asset reporting, and real-time data dashboards, catering to agents, investors, insurers, enterprises, and service providers in the real estate industry. Cherre's platform enables clients to automate workflows, optimize processes, reduce risks, and identify opportunities by enhancing data quality and governance. The company partners with major data providers and solution providers to create an ecosystem that supports comprehensive data needs for its clients. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, Cherre aims to improve decision-making confidence through better data management.
Higharc, Inc. is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2018. It offers a comprehensive web platform designed for homebuilders and new homebuyers, focusing on three-dimensional home design and customization. The platform allows users to create tailored home designs while managing plans, standards, and options within a single interface. It provides accurate materials lists and generates permit-ready construction documents, streamlining the building process. By enabling builders to design and sell homes in 3D, Higharc aims to enhance the efficiency of design, construction, and sales, ultimately reducing material waste and costly errors. The company's mission is to support builders in creating high-quality homes and communities in a more affordable manner.
View, Inc., established in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing intelligent glass systems for various sectors, including workplace, healthcare, education, and hospitality. The company's flagship product, View Smart Windows, employs AI to automatically adjust in response to sunlight, enhancing natural light access and occupant experience, while minimizing heat and glare, and reducing energy consumption. Each View installation also includes a cloud-connected smart building platform, enabling further building optimization. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, View has improved over 90 million square feet of buildings, ranging from offices to multifamily residences.
Handle
Venture Round in 2023
Handle, Inc. is a software development company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in workflow management solutions tailored for the construction industry. Founded in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive software application that integrates to-do lists, emails, and calendars to streamline task management. Handle's technology addresses critical challenges such as late payments and access to capital, providing automation tools for lien management, deadline tracking, and documentation management. The software is widely adopted by Fortune 500 material suppliers and contractors, who rely on it for efficient handling of online payments, waivers, and lien management, ultimately ensuring that contractors and suppliers receive timely payments. Handle, Inc. was previously known as handl, inc. and officially rebranded in 2012.
Renew is a technology company established in 2021 that focuses on enhancing the residential rental experience for tenants. Its platform serves as a navigation tool for renters, providing options for lease renewals or assisting in the search for new homes within a community's portfolio. By partnering with large institutional real estate owners, Renew aims to streamline the rental process, making it easier for individuals to manage their housing decisions, whether they are considering staying in their current apartment or relocating across the country. The company has successfully launched its services across tens of thousands of homes and has secured over $8 million in seed funding, backed by a team with expertise in both real estate and technology.
View, Inc., established in 2006 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing intelligent glass systems for various sectors, including workplace, healthcare, education, and hospitality. The company's flagship product, View Smart Windows, employs AI to automatically adjust in response to sunlight, enhancing natural light access and occupant experience, while minimizing heat and glare, and reducing energy consumption. Each View installation also includes a cloud-connected smart building platform, enabling further building optimization. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, View has improved over 90 million square feet of buildings, ranging from offices to multifamily residences.
Kojo is a cloud-based construction management software company that provides an all-in-one platform for contractors to manage their material and inventory needs. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Kojo's system focuses on streamlining materials management and procurement processes, enhancing profitability for construction companies. By integrating various stakeholders, including field teams, procurement, and distributors, Kojo simplifies the supply chain through automation, facilitating the ordering and tracking of materials. This approach enables contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites, thereby improving operational efficiency.
VendorPM is a software company that specializes in vendor management and procurement solutions for the property management industry. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, VendorPM connects property managers with a network of reputable vendors, facilitating vendor sourcing, management, and compliance for various building services. The company's innovative ranking algorithm ensures that the top vendors listed are not only qualified but also available to undertake the necessary work. By streamlining the process of connecting property managers with vendors, VendorPM enhances efficiency in fulfilling building service contracts of all sizes and scopes, while also enabling vendors to effectively market their services.
Kitchen United
Series C in 2022
Kitchen United, Inc. is a food production company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in offering shared commercial kitchen spaces designed for restaurants, catering services, pop-ups, mobile food vendors, and startups. By providing turnkey solutions and business intelligence resources, Kitchen United enables food service providers to expand their operations with minimal financial risk. The company facilitates food production for pick-up and delivery, catering to the growing demand for convenient dining options. Kitchen United operates multiple locations across major cities, including Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, and Scottsdale, thereby supporting a diverse range of culinary entrepreneurs in realizing their business potential.
Metropolis
Series B in 2022
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence and computer vision start-up founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company focuses on modernizing parking solutions and enhancing the future of mobility. Its platform utilizes advanced computer vision technology to create a modern mobility commerce infrastructure that improves revenue generation and lowers operating expenses for real estate partners. By optimizing net operating income, Metropolis enables asset owners to access contemporary parking amenities and a variety of multi-modal mobility options, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of urban transportation and parking management.
Material Bank
Series D in 2022
Material Bank is an online marketplace tailored for design professionals in the architecture and design sectors, facilitating the discovery and sampling of materials. The platform enables users to conduct complex searches across numerous brands swiftly, allowing designers to find and order samples efficiently. Orders placed by midnight Eastern Time are delivered in a single box by 10:30 AM the following day, with shipping costs covered for design professionals. Material Bank fosters connections between brands and a growing community of vetted design professionals, enhancing the specification process for projects and ensuring that clients can meet their specific material needs.
Metropolis
Series A in 2021
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence and computer vision start-up founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company focuses on modernizing parking solutions and enhancing the future of mobility. Its platform utilizes advanced computer vision technology to create a modern mobility commerce infrastructure that improves revenue generation and lowers operating expenses for real estate partners. By optimizing net operating income, Metropolis enables asset owners to access contemporary parking amenities and a variety of multi-modal mobility options, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of urban transportation and parking management.
The Guild
Series B in 2020
The Guild is a hospitality company that operates a collection of boutique hotels situated within upscale residential buildings in cities such as Austin, Dallas, Miami, Cincinnati, and Denver. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Guild focuses on creating experiences for both travelers and renters, offering fully furnished apartments that cater to various lengths of stay, from a few nights to several months. The company aims to foster connected communities and provide amenities reminiscent of hotel living, including personal concierge services and fitness facilities. With over 2,000 units across six markets, The Guild is dedicated to building a global brand that enhances the living experience for digital nomads and business travelers alike.
Eden offers a flexible workplace software solution, catering to modern companies by providing on-demand office support for various needs. The company has secured investments from prominent venture capital firms such as Y Combinator, Bessemer Venture Partners, and JLL, reflecting its potential in the market.
Kitchen United
Series B in 2019
Kitchen United, Inc. is a food production company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in offering shared commercial kitchen spaces designed for restaurants, catering services, pop-ups, mobile food vendors, and startups. By providing turnkey solutions and business intelligence resources, Kitchen United enables food service providers to expand their operations with minimal financial risk. The company facilitates food production for pick-up and delivery, catering to the growing demand for convenient dining options. Kitchen United operates multiple locations across major cities, including Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, and Scottsdale, thereby supporting a diverse range of culinary entrepreneurs in realizing their business potential.
Metropolis
Seed Round in 2019
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence and computer vision start-up founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company focuses on modernizing parking solutions and enhancing the future of mobility. Its platform utilizes advanced computer vision technology to create a modern mobility commerce infrastructure that improves revenue generation and lowers operating expenses for real estate partners. By optimizing net operating income, Metropolis enables asset owners to access contemporary parking amenities and a variety of multi-modal mobility options, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of urban transportation and parking management.
Lyric Hospitality, Inc. is a technology-driven company that specializes in short-term rentals and hospitality services tailored for business travelers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Lyric operates a booking platform designed to provide a professional and enjoyable experience that exceeds traditional vacation rentals. The company offers locally inspired rental properties that combine the comforts of home with the reliability of a hotel. Utilizing an application called Tidy, Lyric effectively manages room cleanings and ensures high standards of service. Additionally, the platform incorporates data analytics to optimize pricing strategies and enhance overall performance, catering to the evolving needs of modern travelers.
Lyric
Debt Financing in 2019
Lyric Hospitality, Inc. is a technology-driven company that specializes in short-term rentals and hospitality services tailored for business travelers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Lyric operates a booking platform designed to provide a professional and enjoyable experience that exceeds traditional vacation rentals. The company offers locally inspired rental properties that combine the comforts of home with the reliability of a hotel. Utilizing an application called Tidy, Lyric effectively manages room cleanings and ensures high standards of service. Additionally, the platform incorporates data analytics to optimize pricing strategies and enhance overall performance, catering to the evolving needs of modern travelers.
Convene LLC is a company that specializes in designing and servicing workspaces, meeting areas, and event venues. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, it operates a network of co-working office spaces that cater to businesses and organizations. Convene offers a comprehensive suite of services, including conference rooms, event spaces, and dining options, supported by advanced technology for in-house production. The company combines elements of design, technology, and hospitality to create inspiring environments for collaboration and productivity. By providing end-to-end conference and collaboration services, Convene enables startups and established businesses to access well-equipped co-working spaces seamlessly.