Spark Capital

Spark Capital Partners, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 2005, with offices in Boston, New York, and San Francisco. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across various stages, from seed startups to later-stage companies. Its investment focus spans a wide range of sectors, including internet, mobile, education services, fintech, consumer products, software, media, and technology. Spark Capital aims to support innovative businesses that merge entertainment and technology, particularly in areas like e-commerce, digital media, and consumer services. The firm typically invests between $0.5 million and $30 million in companies with revenues up to $1 billion and often seeks a board seat to actively engage with its portfolio. Spark Capital is committed to helping founders navigate their unique paths to success.

Coen Armstrong

Investor

Paul Conway

Co-Founder, Co-CFO and General Partner

Clay Fisher

Investor

Nabeel Hyatt

General Partner, Early

Aaditya Jain

Investor

James Kuklinski

General Partner

Alexa Lyons

Co-CFO and General Partner

Connor Mullaney

Investor

Hanseul Nam

Investor

Pravin Patel

Managing Director

Yasmin Razavi

General Partner

Will Reed

General Partner

Natalie Sandman

General Partner, Early

Benjamin Simon

Venture Partner

Kevin Thau

General Partner, Early

Natalie Vais

General Partner, Early

Brian Watson

Investor

P Krishnan

Managing Partner of EAM Business

Past deals in New York

LIQUiDITY Group

Funding Round in 2022
Upfront Funding For Subscription Businesses. Converting MRR to ARR, upfront. Liquidity was founded to change the way startup companies deal with growth challenges. We believe that once your business model is proven, there is no reason to give away big chunks of it only to sustain growth.

Capitolis

Series D in 2022
Capitolis Inc. is a technology provider that offers an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions to enhance their capital management and improve economic performance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on addressing constraints in capital markets, particularly in equities and foreign exchange. The platform enables financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting market participants, Capitolis seeks to transform business efficiency and create collaborative solutions that allow clients to leverage under-utilized capital, ultimately capturing new growth opportunities.

Ramp

Series C in 2022
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Fireblocks

Series E in 2021
Fireblocks Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in blockchain-based security services for managing digital assets. The platform provides a secure method for transferring digital assets between exchanges, wallets, custodians, and counterparties, ensuring the safe transmission of these assets in transit. Focused on financial institutions, Fireblocks utilizes patent-pending chip isolation security and model predictive control technology to enhance the protection of digital assets. Additionally, the company has a presence in Tel Aviv, Israel, further supporting its global operations.

Helaina

Series A in 2021
Helaina is a company focused on developing advanced breast milk alternatives for modern parents. Founded in 2019 by Laura Katz and based in New York, Helaina specializes in creating milk-equivalent baby formulas that replicate the nutritional and immune-boosting properties of breast milk. Utilizing fermentation technology, Helaina produces bioactive proteins, resulting in functional food products designed to meet the dietary needs of infants. This innovative approach offers parents a viable option to support their child's health while addressing challenges associated with breastfeeding.

Clyde

Series B in 2021
Clyde Technologies, Inc. is an insurance technology company that provides a platform enabling businesses to offer extended warranties and accident protection to their customers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Clyde's platform allows retailers, regardless of size, to seamlessly deliver product protection plans to consumers during the shopping experience. By managing the entire process from purchase to claim resolution, Clyde enhances the customer experience and fosters a direct relationship between retailers and their clients. The platform connects businesses with a network of insurance providers, facilitating the acquisition of protection plans. This approach not only increases revenue for retailers but also lowers program maintenance costs and enhances customer loyalty.

Chronosphere

Series C in 2021
Chronosphere, Inc. develops an open-source metric data platform known as M3, designed for monitoring cloud-native infrastructure. M3 facilitates the monitoring of various components, including containers, virtual machines, physical servers, and network switches, while also providing insights into application performance, particularly in microservices and their interdependencies. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in Seattle, Vilnius, and Warsaw. Chronosphere aims to redefine monitoring in the cloud-native environment by offering a scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient platform. The company's product is rooted in a metrics engine developed and open-sourced by its founding team during their tenure at Uber. With over $55 million in funding, Chronosphere is backed by prominent venture capital firms, including Greylock, Lux Capital, and General Atlantic.

Studs

Series B in 2021
Studs is focused on transforming the ear piercing experience by offering both online and offline services that promote self-expression and individuality. The company aims to modernize the traditional mall piercing environment, providing a safe and healthy experience for customers. Studs employs a team of skilled professionals who are dedicated to delivering personalized ear piercing services and a wide selection of ear jewelry. By celebrating the uniqueness of each individual, Studs seeks to make ear piercing accessible and enjoyable, encouraging customers to embrace their identity through their personal style.

Formation Bio

Series C in 2021
TRIALSPARK, INC. develops health tech platform. Its platform provides clinical trial sites with monetary compensation, medication, study visits, and study-related tests and procedures. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.

Ramp

Series C in 2021
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Fireblocks

Series D in 2021
Fireblocks Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in blockchain-based security services for managing digital assets. The platform provides a secure method for transferring digital assets between exchanges, wallets, custodians, and counterparties, ensuring the safe transmission of these assets in transit. Focused on financial institutions, Fireblocks utilizes patent-pending chip isolation security and model predictive control technology to enhance the protection of digital assets. Additionally, the company has a presence in Tel Aviv, Israel, further supporting its global operations.

Mark43

Series E in 2021
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. The company's primary products include Mark43 RMS, an integrated application for managing law enforcement data, and Mark43 CAD, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response management. These applications facilitate seamless data collection, management, analysis, and sharing, while offering features such as bi-directional syncing, mission-critical AVL mapping, and automatic status timers. Both Mark43 CAD and RMS are interconnected with federal, state, and local databases, providing enhanced cloud mobility. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Mark43 aims to empower communities and improve public safety through advanced technology.

Lithic

Series B in 2021
Lithic offers a payments solution that enables users to create single-use virtual cards through a browser extension and an iOS application. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company focuses on enhancing privacy and security for online transactions. By providing virtual cards, Lithic allows both consumers and businesses to manage their spending while safeguarding sensitive financial information. The platform emphasizes the importance of online privacy, aiming to deliver a user-friendly experience that does not compromise convenience for security.

Uniswap

Venture Round in 2021
Uniswap is a decentralized protocol that facilitates automated liquidity provision on the Ethereum blockchain. By utilizing a simple mathematical formula, Uniswap ensures continuous liquidity for a wide range of users and applications. The platform enables developers, liquidity providers, and traders to engage in a financial marketplace that promotes accessibility and openness. Through its user-friendly interface, Uniswap employs smart contracts to facilitate secure, decentralized token exchanges, allowing users to trade without intermediaries. This innovative approach defines asset prices based on the liquidity of the staked assets, making it a vital player in the decentralized finance ecosystem.

Co-Star

Series A in 2021
Co-Star is an AI-powered astrology application that combines data from NASA with insights from human astrologers to provide users with personalized horoscopes. The platform utilizes proprietary technology to algorithmically generate insights into individuals' personalities and futures. Co-Star aims to facilitate meaningful connections among users, offering a unique way to express emotions and understand strengths and weaknesses. By providing a tool for self-reflection and interpersonal relationships, the application enables users to engage more deeply with friends, lovers, and even strangers.

Ramp

Series B in 2021
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Cameo

Series C in 2021
Cameo is a marketplace that enables fans to book personalized video shoutouts from a wide range of celebrities and influencers. The platform focuses on providing authentic and tailored fan experiences by allowing users to connect with their favorite personalities for custom video messages. Cameo partners with thousands of talents across various fields, offering customers an opportunity to share unique, personalized content. The company's mission centers on enhancing fan engagement through these bespoke interactions, creating memorable experiences that resonate with users. Based in Chicago, Cameo is a key player in the technology and startup ecosystem, facilitating a creative outlet for both fans and celebrities.

Capitolis

Series C in 2021
Capitolis Inc. is a technology provider that offers an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions to enhance their capital management and improve economic performance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on addressing constraints in capital markets, particularly in equities and foreign exchange. The platform enables financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting market participants, Capitolis seeks to transform business efficiency and create collaborative solutions that allow clients to leverage under-utilized capital, ultimately capturing new growth opportunities.

LIQUiDITY Group

Series A in 2020
Upfront Funding For Subscription Businesses. Converting MRR to ARR, upfront. Liquidity was founded to change the way startup companies deal with growth challenges. We believe that once your business model is proven, there is no reason to give away big chunks of it only to sustain growth.

Alfred

Series C in 2020
Alfred is an end-to-end resident experience and building management platform that is changing the way people live and transforming the real estate industry. Operating at the intersection of real estate and technology, Alfred builds intuitive, personal support into one of the most important spaces of our lives: our homes. Named one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company in the urban development space, Alfred has been recognized in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and Wall Street Journal, as a pioneer in the on-demand economy, following their decision to hire Alfred Home Managers as W-2 employees (complete with benefits, training, and the ability to move up in the organization) and its support of local ecosystems and neighborhood businesses. Hello Alfred was founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, and is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.

Helaina

Seed Round in 2020
Helaina is a company focused on developing advanced breast milk alternatives for modern parents. Founded in 2019 by Laura Katz and based in New York, Helaina specializes in creating milk-equivalent baby formulas that replicate the nutritional and immune-boosting properties of breast milk. Utilizing fermentation technology, Helaina produces bioactive proteins, resulting in functional food products designed to meet the dietary needs of infants. This innovative approach offers parents a viable option to support their child's health while addressing challenges associated with breastfeeding.

Stack Overflow

Series E in 2020
Stack Overflow Ltd operates an online community tailored for developers and technologists, facilitating knowledge sharing and problem-solving in programming. The company provides several key services, including Stack Overflow for Teams, which supports mission-critical knowledge management, and Stack Overflow for Talent and Jobs, a platform designed for hiring and employer branding solutions within technology sectors. Additionally, Stack Overflow Advertising enables businesses to promote products and enhance brand visibility. For larger organizations, Stack Overflow Enterprise offers a secure environment for sharing and accessing essential company information. Founded in 2008 and based in London, United Kingdom, Stack Overflow Ltd was previously known as Stack Exchange Ltd.

Nylas

Series B in 2020
Nylas, Inc. is a technology company that offers a communications platform designed to facilitate seamless integration of email, calendar, and contact data into applications. The platform provides developers with secure access to user data from various providers, including Gmail, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, and IMAP. Nylas enables the rapid creation of embedded calendar features, bi-directional data synchronization, and event management from emails, allowing developers to integrate complex communications data efficiently. The company's solutions are built with compliance in mind, meeting standards such as SOC 2, GDPR, and HIPAA. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Nylas also maintains additional offices in New York and Denver.

Tatch

Seed Round in 2020
Tatch Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of wireless sleep diagnostic equipment designed to monitor various physiological factors such as respiratory effort, oxygen levels, and heart rate. Its innovative device aims to diagnose sleep disorders including sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and insomnia, all from the comfort of the user's home. By integrating advances in flexible electronics, machine learning, and wearable technology, Tatch enhances the accuracy and ease of sleep analysis. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York, Tatch is focused on improving sleep medicine through its patent-pending technology, which captures a comprehensive set of parameters for effective diagnosis and outcome management.

Clyde

Series A in 2020
Clyde Technologies, Inc. is an insurance technology company that provides a platform enabling businesses to offer extended warranties and accident protection to their customers. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Clyde's platform allows retailers, regardless of size, to seamlessly deliver product protection plans to consumers during the shopping experience. By managing the entire process from purchase to claim resolution, Clyde enhances the customer experience and fosters a direct relationship between retailers and their clients. The platform connects businesses with a network of insurance providers, facilitating the acquisition of protection plans. This approach not only increases revenue for retailers but also lowers program maintenance costs and enhances customer loyalty.

Catalyst.

Series B in 2020
Catalyst Software Corporation specializes in developing a customer success platform that assists businesses in managing customer relationships effectively. This Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution is designed to help companies reduce churn and enhance customer experience by providing tools such as analytics, workflow automation, and a unified dashboard. Key features of the platform include product usage tracking, a task manager for consolidating communications, an automatic logging system for customer interactions, and capabilities for segmenting accounts and contacts. Additionally, the platform offers automated alerts to help customer success managers identify and address potential issues, thereby fostering product adoption and customer satisfaction. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Catalyst aims to empower organizations to proactively engage with their customers and drive business growth.

LOLA

Venture Round in 2020
LOLA is a brand focused on women's reproductive health, offering a range of feminine care products designed to ensure a safe and comfortable experience during menstruation. The company provides organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made with natural ingredients, free from toxins and dyes. By collaborating with gynecologists and experts, LOLA aims to deliver reliable resources and information about reproductive health, promoting transparency and trust in the products it offers. This commitment positions LOLA as a dedicated partner in addressing women's unique health needs throughout their lives.

Feather

Series B in 2020
Feather Home Inc. operates an online platform that offers furniture and home decor rental services, catering primarily to urban residents seeking affordable furnishing solutions. Established in 2017 and based in New York, the company allows users to rent a variety of high-quality furniture, including items for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and home offices, with the flexibility to renew, swap, buy, or return as their needs change. Feather's service includes free delivery and assembly within a week, helping customers transition from empty spaces to fully furnished homes efficiently. Additionally, the company's circular approach aims to minimize environmental impact by reducing furniture waste, promoting sustainability by keeping furnishings in use and out of landfills.

Justworks

Series E in 2020
Justworks, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides an online platform designed to simplify payroll, benefits, human resources, and compliance for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 2012, Justworks offers a comprehensive solution that enables employers to manage employment-related responsibilities efficiently. The platform allows businesses to administer payroll, access affordable health insurance, and streamline benefits enrollment. Additionally, it assists in managing employee information, compliance with employment regulations, and organizing important documents. With a focus on customer service, Justworks empowers teams to focus on their core operations by alleviating the complexities of back-office functions.

Capitolis

Series B in 2019
Capitolis Inc. is a technology provider that offers an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions to enhance their capital management and improve economic performance. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on addressing constraints in capital markets, particularly in equities and foreign exchange. The platform enables financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting market participants, Capitolis seeks to transform business efficiency and create collaborative solutions that allow clients to leverage under-utilized capital, ultimately capturing new growth opportunities.

Studio

Series B in 2019
Studio operates a connected fitness platform that streams live and on-demand classes to users in their homes through a sleek, responsive display. The system personalizes content in real-time by utilizing user feedback and biometric data, allowing access to a diverse range of classes, including cardio, strength training, and yoga. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Studio aims to enhance the fitness experience by combining technology with user engagement to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Homeis

Series A in 2019
Homeis Inc. operates an online social network designed to connect local foreign-born communities. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the platform enables users to share their culture, local knowledge, and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging among diverse groups. Homeis provides both Android and iOS applications, facilitating easy access to its services. The company's mission is to empower foreign-born individuals by transforming their unique perspectives and challenges into vibrant, visible communities. By leveraging technology and innovation, Homeis aims to support these communities, which play a significant role in the lives of their members, through shared insights and mutual support. Since launching its first community in December 2017, Homeis has been focused on expanding its offerings to include more communities, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and connection for those who navigate the complexities of living in a new country while maintaining ties to their cultural roots.

Signpost

Series D in 2019
Signpost, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops Mia, a customer relationship management and remarketing software aimed at helping local businesses enhance their customer engagement and revenue. Founded in 2009 and originally named Postabon, Inc., the company specializes in marketing automation technology that automates data collection from various consumer touchpoints, including calls, emails, and transactions. Mia enables businesses to create comprehensive customer records and implement a customer-centric approach by delivering personalized communications and promotions. By utilizing its proprietary technology, Signpost assists clients in capturing contact information, driving customer feedback, and acquiring new customers, ultimately increasing engagement and revenue for small to large enterprises.

Cameo

Series B in 2019
Cameo is a marketplace that enables fans to book personalized video shoutouts from a wide range of celebrities and influencers. The platform focuses on providing authentic and tailored fan experiences by allowing users to connect with their favorite personalities for custom video messages. Cameo partners with thousands of talents across various fields, offering customers an opportunity to share unique, personalized content. The company's mission centers on enhancing fan engagement through these bespoke interactions, creating memorable experiences that resonate with users. Based in Chicago, Cameo is a key player in the technology and startup ecosystem, facilitating a creative outlet for both fans and celebrities.

Talkspace

Series D in 2019
Talkspace Network LLC is a behavioral healthcare company based in New York that provides accessible mental health therapy through a technology platform. Founded in 2012, it offers services such as unlimited messaging therapy, teen therapy, couple therapy, and therapy tailored for businesses. Users can communicate with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video messaging, allowing for a confidential and convenient alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals who may struggle to open up in person or find conventional therapy sessions prohibitively expensive. Talkspace's platform is designed to address a variety of mental health conditions, and it serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers. The company primarily generates revenue from contracts with payors and direct-to-enterprise clients, with a significant focus on the U.S. market.

Feather

Series A in 2019
Feather Home Inc. operates an online platform that offers furniture and home decor rental services, catering primarily to urban residents seeking affordable furnishing solutions. Established in 2017 and based in New York, the company allows users to rent a variety of high-quality furniture, including items for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and home offices, with the flexibility to renew, swap, buy, or return as their needs change. Feather's service includes free delivery and assembly within a week, helping customers transition from empty spaces to fully furnished homes efficiently. Additionally, the company's circular approach aims to minimize environmental impact by reducing furniture waste, promoting sustainability by keeping furnishings in use and out of landfills.

1stdibs

Series D in 2019
1stdibs operates an online marketplace specializing in rare and desirable items, including vintage, antique, and contemporary furniture, home decor, jewelry, watches, art, and fashion. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York, the company connects respected dealers and makers with discerning collectors who appreciate fine design. Its platform facilitates commerce between sellers and buyers, generating revenue primarily through seller fees and additional services such as advertisements and software solutions for interior designers. 1stdibs serves a global customer base, with products available through dealers in various countries across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Glossier

Series D in 2019
Glossier, Inc. is a direct-to-consumer beauty company based in New York, founded in 2010. It specializes in manufacturing and selling a variety of beauty products, including skincare, makeup, body care, and fragrances. Glossier engages with its customers through a content-driven approach, featuring a blog that provides beauty advice, interviews with models and makeup artists, and insights into product usage. The company operates primarily through its website, allowing customers in the United States, Canada, Sweden, and the United Kingdom to shop directly. Additionally, Glossier has a showroom in New York City. Its product offerings are designed to meet the needs of everyday women, emphasizing accessibility and real-life beauty solutions.

CTRL-Labs

Venture Round in 2019
CTRL-labs Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in New York City, is at the forefront of developing non-invasive neural interface technology. The company's flagship product, the CTRL-kit, is a wireless electromyography device that translates neural signals into control, enabling users to interact with digital devices through a wristband equipped with sensors. This technology aims to enhance immersion and control in areas such as virtual reality, augmented reality, robotics, and productivity. By providing developers with a software development kit (SDK) and application programming interface (API), CTRL-labs facilitates the integration of neural control into various applications. The company's long-term vision is to enable widespread consumer adoption of this technology, creating a new universal controller that allows individuals to use their thoughts and movements to operate machines seamlessly.

Overtime

Series B in 2019
Overtime Sports Inc. is a New York-based company that focuses on enhancing the sports experience for younger audiences. Founded in 2016, it has developed an application that allows users to film and edit highlights of school and amateur sporting events, incorporating features like slow-motion to showcase key moments. This application enables users to create a professional-looking feed of sports content. In addition to its digital offerings, Overtime also markets a range of merchandise, including clothing items like skullies, socks, shirts, and snapbacks, through its online store. The company has garnered significant investment from notable venture capital firms and prominent figures in the sports industry.

InVision

Series F in 2018
InVisionApp is a design collaboration platform that serves startups, corporations, and design agencies, facilitating the research, design, review, and testing of products for both web and mobile applications. The platform offers a suite of tools for prototyping, task management, version control, and collaborative feedback, enabling users to effectively brainstorm, create, and develop new ideas. InVisionApp also includes Studio, a tool for screen design that enhances user experience, and provides enterprise solutions such as project management, workflow integration, and security features. With over 5 million users, including all Fortune 100 companies and notable organizations like Airbnb, Amazon, and Netflix, InVision operates as a fully distributed organization with employees across 28 countries. Founded in 2011 by Clark Valberg and Ben Nadel, the company continues to improve team collaboration and streamline workflows across diverse disciplines.

InVision

Series F in 2018
InVisionApp is a design collaboration platform that serves startups, corporations, and design agencies, facilitating the research, design, review, and testing of products for both web and mobile applications. The platform offers a suite of tools for prototyping, task management, version control, and collaborative feedback, enabling users to effectively brainstorm, create, and develop new ideas. InVisionApp also includes Studio, a tool for screen design that enhances user experience, and provides enterprise solutions such as project management, workflow integration, and security features. With over 5 million users, including all Fortune 100 companies and notable organizations like Airbnb, Amazon, and Netflix, InVision operates as a fully distributed organization with employees across 28 countries. Founded in 2011 by Clark Valberg and Ben Nadel, the company continues to improve team collaboration and streamline workflows across diverse disciplines.

Formation Bio

Funding Round in 2018
TRIALSPARK, INC. develops health tech platform. Its platform provides clinical trial sites with monetary compensation, medication, study visits, and study-related tests and procedures. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.

Braze

Series E in 2018
Braze is a comprehensive customer engagement platform that powers relevant and memorable experiences between consumers and the brands they love. Context underpins every Braze interaction, helping brands foster human connection with consumers through interactive conversations across channels that deliver value quickly and continuously. The company was named a Leader in the 2019 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Mobile Marketing Platforms and was recognized as one of Inc Magazine's 2019 Best Workplaces. Braze is headquartered in New York with offices in Chicago, London, San Francisco, and Singapore. Learn more at braze.com.

Studio

Series B in 2018
Studio operates a connected fitness platform that streams live and on-demand classes to users in their homes through a sleek, responsive display. The system personalizes content in real-time by utilizing user feedback and biometric data, allowing access to a diverse range of classes, including cardio, strength training, and yoga. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Studio aims to enhance the fitness experience by combining technology with user engagement to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Nylas

Series B in 2018
Nylas, Inc. is a technology company that offers a communications platform designed to facilitate seamless integration of email, calendar, and contact data into applications. The platform provides developers with secure access to user data from various providers, including Gmail, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, and IMAP. Nylas enables the rapid creation of embedded calendar features, bi-directional data synchronization, and event management from emails, allowing developers to integrate complex communications data efficiently. The company's solutions are built with compliance in mind, meeting standards such as SOC 2, GDPR, and HIPAA. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Nylas also maintains additional offices in New York and Denver.

LOLA

Series B in 2018
LOLA is a brand focused on women's reproductive health, offering a range of feminine care products designed to ensure a safe and comfortable experience during menstruation. The company provides organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made with natural ingredients, free from toxins and dyes. By collaborating with gynecologists and experts, LOLA aims to deliver reliable resources and information about reproductive health, promoting transparency and trust in the products it offers. This commitment positions LOLA as a dedicated partner in addressing women's unique health needs throughout their lives.

Alfred

Series B in 2018
Alfred is an end-to-end resident experience and building management platform that is changing the way people live and transforming the real estate industry. Operating at the intersection of real estate and technology, Alfred builds intuitive, personal support into one of the most important spaces of our lives: our homes. Named one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company in the urban development space, Alfred has been recognized in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and Wall Street Journal, as a pioneer in the on-demand economy, following their decision to hire Alfred Home Managers as W-2 employees (complete with benefits, training, and the ability to move up in the organization) and its support of local ecosystems and neighborhood businesses. Hello Alfred was founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, and is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.

CTRL-Labs

Series B in 2018
CTRL-labs Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in New York City, is at the forefront of developing non-invasive neural interface technology. The company's flagship product, the CTRL-kit, is a wireless electromyography device that translates neural signals into control, enabling users to interact with digital devices through a wristband equipped with sensors. This technology aims to enhance immersion and control in areas such as virtual reality, augmented reality, robotics, and productivity. By providing developers with a software development kit (SDK) and application programming interface (API), CTRL-labs facilitates the integration of neural control into various applications. The company's long-term vision is to enable widespread consumer adoption of this technology, creating a new universal controller that allows individuals to use their thoughts and movements to operate machines seamlessly.

Mark43

Series C in 2018
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. The company's primary products include Mark43 RMS, an integrated application for managing law enforcement data, and Mark43 CAD, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response management. These applications facilitate seamless data collection, management, analysis, and sharing, while offering features such as bi-directional syncing, mission-critical AVL mapping, and automatic status timers. Both Mark43 CAD and RMS are interconnected with federal, state, and local databases, providing enhanced cloud mobility. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Mark43 aims to empower communities and improve public safety through advanced technology.

Studio

Series A in 2018
Studio operates a connected fitness platform that streams live and on-demand classes to users in their homes through a sleek, responsive display. The system personalizes content in real-time by utilizing user feedback and biometric data, allowing access to a diverse range of classes, including cardio, strength training, and yoga. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Studio aims to enhance the fitness experience by combining technology with user engagement to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Homeis

Seed Round in 2017
Homeis Inc. operates an online social network designed to connect local foreign-born communities. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the platform enables users to share their culture, local knowledge, and experiences, fostering a sense of belonging among diverse groups. Homeis provides both Android and iOS applications, facilitating easy access to its services. The company's mission is to empower foreign-born individuals by transforming their unique perspectives and challenges into vibrant, visible communities. By leveraging technology and innovation, Homeis aims to support these communities, which play a significant role in the lives of their members, through shared insights and mutual support. Since launching its first community in December 2017, Homeis has been focused on expanding its offerings to include more communities, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and connection for those who navigate the complexities of living in a new country while maintaining ties to their cultural roots.

InVision

Series E in 2017
InVisionApp is a design collaboration platform that serves startups, corporations, and design agencies, facilitating the research, design, review, and testing of products for both web and mobile applications. The platform offers a suite of tools for prototyping, task management, version control, and collaborative feedback, enabling users to effectively brainstorm, create, and develop new ideas. InVisionApp also includes Studio, a tool for screen design that enhances user experience, and provides enterprise solutions such as project management, workflow integration, and security features. With over 5 million users, including all Fortune 100 companies and notable organizations like Airbnb, Amazon, and Netflix, InVision operates as a fully distributed organization with employees across 28 countries. Founded in 2011 by Clark Valberg and Ben Nadel, the company continues to improve team collaboration and streamline workflows across diverse disciplines.

CTRL-Labs

Series A in 2017
CTRL-labs Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in New York City, is at the forefront of developing non-invasive neural interface technology. The company's flagship product, the CTRL-kit, is a wireless electromyography device that translates neural signals into control, enabling users to interact with digital devices through a wristband equipped with sensors. This technology aims to enhance immersion and control in areas such as virtual reality, augmented reality, robotics, and productivity. By providing developers with a software development kit (SDK) and application programming interface (API), CTRL-labs facilitates the integration of neural control into various applications. The company's long-term vision is to enable widespread consumer adoption of this technology, creating a new universal controller that allows individuals to use their thoughts and movements to operate machines seamlessly.

Talkspace

Series C in 2017
Talkspace Network LLC is a behavioral healthcare company based in New York that provides accessible mental health therapy through a technology platform. Founded in 2012, it offers services such as unlimited messaging therapy, teen therapy, couple therapy, and therapy tailored for businesses. Users can communicate with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video messaging, allowing for a confidential and convenient alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals who may struggle to open up in person or find conventional therapy sessions prohibitively expensive. Talkspace's platform is designed to address a variety of mental health conditions, and it serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers. The company primarily generates revenue from contracts with payors and direct-to-enterprise clients, with a significant focus on the U.S. market.

Grammarly

Venture Round in 2017
Grammarly, Inc. is a technology company that has developed an online digital writing assistant aimed at helping users identify and correct writing mistakes. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company serves approximately 30 million users daily, providing tools that enhance clarity and effectiveness in communication. Grammarly's writing assistant utilizes artificial intelligence combined with human expertise to deliver real-time support for individuals and businesses, fostering confident communication. The company operates across multiple platforms and devices, with offices in San Francisco, New York, Kyiv, and Vancouver. Grammarly's mission is to empower the global community of English speakers, promoting understanding and expression through improved writing.

SourcePoint

Series B in 2017
Sourcepoint Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a content compensation platform aimed at supporting publishers in the digital marketing ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company also has offices in Seattle, London, Berlin, and Paris. Sourcepoint's platform enables publishers to address monetization challenges by providing technology that enhances consumer options for supporting content. Additionally, the company offers tools designed to protect consumer privacy, manage compliance, and optimize revenue amidst evolving regulatory landscapes. Through its services, Sourcepoint aims to balance the needs of publishers and consumers in a changing digital environment.

Splash

Series B in 2016
Billions of dollars are spent on worldwide events each year, making them one of the most expensive aspects of the marketing budget. Splash is the world's first tool that optimizes and validates that spend - featuring a fully integrated platform that empowers event producers to design beautiful event pages, own every lead, sell tickets and seamlessly manage communications to deliver maximum ROI.

LOLA

Series A in 2016
LOLA is a brand focused on women's reproductive health, offering a range of feminine care products designed to ensure a safe and comfortable experience during menstruation. The company provides organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made with natural ingredients, free from toxins and dyes. By collaborating with gynecologists and experts, LOLA aims to deliver reliable resources and information about reproductive health, promoting transparency and trust in the products it offers. This commitment positions LOLA as a dedicated partner in addressing women's unique health needs throughout their lives.

Bumpers

Seed Round in 2016
Bumpers develops an iOS app that allows users to make apodcast direct from their mobile devices, using the phone's built-in microphones.

Aura Frames

Series A in 2016
Aura Frames is a company specializing in smart digital picture frames that allow users to display and share photographs of family and friends. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company offers a user-friendly app that enables instant photo sharing to its Wi-Fi-enabled frames, effectively bridging distances between loved ones. Aura Frames aims to enhance the experience of memory sharing by transforming how people interact with their photos, moving them off phones and into their daily lives. The company's innovative approach combines technology and design to create a platform that fosters connections through visual storytelling.

Behalf

Series C in 2016
Behalf, Inc. operates as a financing provider which facilitates commerce between business to business merchants and their business customers. The company allows merchant partners to offer business customers instant credit and flexible payment terms at the point of sale. It also provides working capital solutions for small businesses and flexible financing for business purchases. Behalf, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company has additional offices in Tel Aviv, Israel

MightyTV

Seed Round in 2016
Discover and stream the best of movies and TV with a few easy swipes. MightyTV factors in your personal preferences along with the opinions of trusted friends so you spend less time searching, and more time streaming video you’ll love. We employ A.I. to create truly personalized experiences for our users. Choose from a wide variety of streaming services and sort by price. We keep your needs in mind with every swipe. MightyTV launched in April 2016 and is headquartered in New York City.

Talkspace

Series B in 2016
Talkspace Network LLC is a behavioral healthcare company based in New York that provides accessible mental health therapy through a technology platform. Founded in 2012, it offers services such as unlimited messaging therapy, teen therapy, couple therapy, and therapy tailored for businesses. Users can communicate with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video messaging, allowing for a confidential and convenient alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals who may struggle to open up in person or find conventional therapy sessions prohibitively expensive. Talkspace's platform is designed to address a variety of mental health conditions, and it serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers. The company primarily generates revenue from contracts with payors and direct-to-enterprise clients, with a significant focus on the U.S. market.

Skillshare

Series B in 2016
Skillshare, Inc. is an online learning community that connects creators from around the world. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, the platform offers a diverse range of classes covering topics such as illustration, design, photography, video, and freelancing. Users can participate in online classes, watch video lessons, engage in projects and workshops, and even teach their own classes. By providing access to thousands of courses, Skillshare empowers individuals to explore various skills, from baking to entrepreneurship, fostering creativity and personal development in an accessible format.

Mark43

Series B in 2016
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. The company's primary products include Mark43 RMS, an integrated application for managing law enforcement data, and Mark43 CAD, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response management. These applications facilitate seamless data collection, management, analysis, and sharing, while offering features such as bi-directional syncing, mission-critical AVL mapping, and automatic status timers. Both Mark43 CAD and RMS are interconnected with federal, state, and local databases, providing enhanced cloud mobility. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Mark43 aims to empower communities and improve public safety through advanced technology.

Foursquare

Series E in 2016
Foursquare Labs, Inc. is a location technology platform that offers a variety of business solutions and consumer products centered around location intelligence. The company provides tools such as Pinpoint for data-driven media planning, Placed for offline attribution, and the Pilgrim SDK, which enables real-time location awareness in mobile applications. Additionally, Foursquare offers the Places API for accessing detailed data on commercial locations and analytics services that deliver insights into consumer behavior. Its consumer applications, Foursquare and Swarm, allow users to track and share their visited locations. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York City, Foursquare also operates offices in San Francisco, London, and Chicago, focusing on helping brands connect with targeted audiences and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Orchard Platform

Series B in 2015
Orchard Platform is a Brazilian company that offers data, technology, and software solutions for the online lending industry. It operates a centralized marketplace that connects loan originators with institutional investors, facilitating the exploration and evaluation of funding opportunities. By leveraging a global network and providing high-quality data services, advanced analytics, and capital management tools, Orchard Platform enhances the efficiency of transactions in the private credit markets. The company also produces the Orchard U.S. Consumer Marketplace Lending Index, a key performance benchmark in the direct lending sector. Recognized as a thought leader, Orchard shares insights and research through its platform and blog. As a subsidiary of Velocity Markets, Inc., it aims to create a transparent and technologically optimized environment for its users, while investment advisory services are offered through Orchard Platform Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser based in New York.

Mark43

Series A in 2015
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. The company's primary products include Mark43 RMS, an integrated application for managing law enforcement data, and Mark43 CAD, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response management. These applications facilitate seamless data collection, management, analysis, and sharing, while offering features such as bi-directional syncing, mission-critical AVL mapping, and automatic status timers. Both Mark43 CAD and RMS are interconnected with federal, state, and local databases, providing enhanced cloud mobility. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Mark43 aims to empower communities and improve public safety through advanced technology.

Behalf

Series B in 2015
Behalf, Inc. operates as a financing provider which facilitates commerce between business to business merchants and their business customers. The company allows merchant partners to offer business customers instant credit and flexible payment terms at the point of sale. It also provides working capital solutions for small businesses and flexible financing for business purchases. Behalf, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company has additional offices in Tel Aviv, Israel

SourcePoint

Series A in 2015
Sourcepoint Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a content compensation platform aimed at supporting publishers in the digital marketing ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company also has offices in Seattle, London, Berlin, and Paris. Sourcepoint's platform enables publishers to address monetization challenges by providing technology that enhances consumer options for supporting content. Additionally, the company offers tools designed to protect consumer privacy, manage compliance, and optimize revenue amidst evolving regulatory landscapes. Through its services, Sourcepoint aims to balance the needs of publishers and consumers in a changing digital environment.

Bond Street

Series A in 2015
Bond Street is a startup focused on transforming small business lending through technology, data, and design. Small business owners are the foundation for growth in the economy, and yet today’s banking system has left them behind. It is building a better future where access to financing is simple, transparent, and fair. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Talkspace

Series A in 2015
Talkspace Network LLC is a behavioral healthcare company based in New York that provides accessible mental health therapy through a technology platform. Founded in 2012, it offers services such as unlimited messaging therapy, teen therapy, couple therapy, and therapy tailored for businesses. Users can communicate with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video messaging, allowing for a confidential and convenient alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals who may struggle to open up in person or find conventional therapy sessions prohibitively expensive. Talkspace's platform is designed to address a variety of mental health conditions, and it serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers. The company primarily generates revenue from contracts with payors and direct-to-enterprise clients, with a significant focus on the U.S. market.

Signpost

Series C in 2015
Signpost, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops Mia, a customer relationship management and remarketing software aimed at helping local businesses enhance their customer engagement and revenue. Founded in 2009 and originally named Postabon, Inc., the company specializes in marketing automation technology that automates data collection from various consumer touchpoints, including calls, emails, and transactions. Mia enables businesses to create comprehensive customer records and implement a customer-centric approach by delivering personalized communications and promotions. By utilizing its proprietary technology, Signpost assists clients in capturing contact information, driving customer feedback, and acquiring new customers, ultimately increasing engagement and revenue for small to large enterprises.

Alfred

Series A in 2015
Alfred is an end-to-end resident experience and building management platform that is changing the way people live and transforming the real estate industry. Operating at the intersection of real estate and technology, Alfred builds intuitive, personal support into one of the most important spaces of our lives: our homes. Named one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company in the urban development space, Alfred has been recognized in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and Wall Street Journal, as a pioneer in the on-demand economy, following their decision to hire Alfred Home Managers as W-2 employees (complete with benefits, training, and the ability to move up in the organization) and its support of local ecosystems and neighborhood businesses. Hello Alfred was founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, and is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.

Socratic

Series A in 2015
Socratic, Inc. is an education technology company based in New York that specializes in a homework assistance application for students. The app allows users to take photos of their homework questions and utilizes artificial intelligence to provide answers, detailed explanations, and relevant resources across a variety of subjects, including math, science, history, English, and economics. It features curated educational content from platforms like Khan Academy and offers tools such as graphs and step-by-step guidance to enhance the learning experience. Launched in 2013 and formerly known as Vespr, Inc., Socratic operates under the umbrella of Alphabet Inc. The app is available for free on both iPhone and Android devices, with a focus on supporting high school curricula and fostering an educational community for students seeking assistance with their studies.

Keep Holdings

Debt Financing in 2015
Keep Holdings, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops a mobile application designed for fitness training and workout guidance. The Keep app provides users with workout plans, professional video instructions, and performance tracking features to enhance their fitness journey. In addition to its fitness-focused offerings, Keep Holdings also provides a platform that aggregates products from various e-commerce sources, allowing users to discover and purchase the latest trends in fashion, decor, accessories, and beauty. By connecting consumers and brands, Keep Holdings aims to facilitate engagement and enhance the shopping experience through its innovative applications and services.

Splash

Series A in 2015
Billions of dollars are spent on worldwide events each year, making them one of the most expensive aspects of the marketing budget. Splash is the world's first tool that optimizes and validates that spend - featuring a fully integrated platform that empowers event producers to design beautiful event pages, own every lead, sell tickets and seamlessly manage communications to deliver maximum ROI.

WorkMarket

Series C in 2015
WorkMarket operates a cloud-based platform designed to facilitate the management of freelancers and contractors for businesses. Founded in 2010, the company offers a comprehensive freelance management system that consolidates various aspects of contractor engagement into a single dashboard. This platform enables companies to automate processes such as onboarding, skill verification, and payment, thereby reducing administrative burdens. Additionally, WorkMarket provides tools for recruiting and managing talent pools, allowing businesses to efficiently engage with professionals and evaluate their performance. Ultimately, WorkMarket aims to enhance productivity and support the growth of organizations by enabling them to build a flexible workforce tailored to their needs.

Stack Overflow

Series D in 2015
Stack Overflow Ltd operates an online community tailored for developers and technologists, facilitating knowledge sharing and problem-solving in programming. The company provides several key services, including Stack Overflow for Teams, which supports mission-critical knowledge management, and Stack Overflow for Talent and Jobs, a platform designed for hiring and employer branding solutions within technology sectors. Additionally, Stack Overflow Advertising enables businesses to promote products and enhance brand visibility. For larger organizations, Stack Overflow Enterprise offers a secure environment for sharing and accessing essential company information. Founded in 2008 and based in London, United Kingdom, Stack Overflow Ltd was previously known as Stack Exchange Ltd.

Stack Exchange

Venture Round in 2015
Stack Exchange Inc. operates a diverse network of question-and-answer websites covering a wide range of topics, including software programming, cooking, photography, and gaming. The platform enables users to ask and answer questions without the need for registration, fostering an open community for knowledge sharing. Among its offerings is Stack Overflow for Teams, which provides development teams with a dedicated space to seek answers to technical inquiries. The company serves a variety of professionals, including programmers, researchers, and photographers. Founded in 2008 and originally known as Stack Overflow, Inc., it rebranded to Stack Exchange Inc. in March 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Talkspace

Seed Round in 2014
Talkspace Network LLC is a behavioral healthcare company based in New York that provides accessible mental health therapy through a technology platform. Founded in 2012, it offers services such as unlimited messaging therapy, teen therapy, couple therapy, and therapy tailored for businesses. Users can communicate with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video messaging, allowing for a confidential and convenient alternative to traditional face-to-face therapy. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals who may struggle to open up in person or find conventional therapy sessions prohibitively expensive. Talkspace's platform is designed to address a variety of mental health conditions, and it serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers. The company primarily generates revenue from contracts with payors and direct-to-enterprise clients, with a significant focus on the U.S. market.

Alfred

Seed Round in 2014
Alfred is an end-to-end resident experience and building management platform that is changing the way people live and transforming the real estate industry. Operating at the intersection of real estate and technology, Alfred builds intuitive, personal support into one of the most important spaces of our lives: our homes. Named one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World by Fast Company in the urban development space, Alfred has been recognized in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and Wall Street Journal, as a pioneer in the on-demand economy, following their decision to hire Alfred Home Managers as W-2 employees (complete with benefits, training, and the ability to move up in the organization) and its support of local ecosystems and neighborhood businesses. Hello Alfred was founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, and is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.

Orchard Platform

Series A in 2014
Orchard Platform is a Brazilian company that offers data, technology, and software solutions for the online lending industry. It operates a centralized marketplace that connects loan originators with institutional investors, facilitating the exploration and evaluation of funding opportunities. By leveraging a global network and providing high-quality data services, advanced analytics, and capital management tools, Orchard Platform enhances the efficiency of transactions in the private credit markets. The company also produces the Orchard U.S. Consumer Marketplace Lending Index, a key performance benchmark in the direct lending sector. Recognized as a thought leader, Orchard shares insights and research through its platform and blog. As a subsidiary of Velocity Markets, Inc., it aims to create a transparent and technologically optimized environment for its users, while investment advisory services are offered through Orchard Platform Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser based in New York.

IEX Group

Series C in 2014
IEX Group, Inc. operates a stock exchange that facilitates the buying and selling of securities, aiming to create a fair and efficient marketplace for investors. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company provides online trading services for registered broker-dealers, which include matching, quoting, and routing of regulated securities. IEX is committed to investor protection and seeks to ensure that trades occur at the best available prices while minimizing information leakage and inefficiencies. The exchange operates under a fair-access platform that allows qualified broker-dealers to participate without unnecessary intermediation. Additionally, IEX offers IEX Cloud, a financial data platform, and IEX Astral, which focuses on data warehousing and delivery for trading information. The company was established with support from a consortium of institutional investors, emphasizing equitable trading principles and transparency in the financial markets.

Trello

Series A in 2014
Trello is an online collaboration tool designed to facilitate teamwork on various projects. It features a user-friendly, drag-and-drop interface that allows users to visually organize tasks, making it easy to track progress and assignments. Available on multiple platforms, including smartphones, tablets, and desktops, Trello can be adapted for diverse uses such as managing sales pipelines, training programs, home renovations, and personal events. Developed initially by Fog Creek Software and later established as an independent company, Trello aims to enhance project management by providing a flexible and engaging environment for users.

Timehop

Series B in 2014
Timehop aggregates past content (photos, tweets, statuses, etc.) and presents it on a daily basis to users' mobile devices. It's an innovative way to recall your past in a way that ties it to the current calendar day. Timehop also offers Nimbus, a best-in-class mobile, in-app header bidding solution.

Cover

Series A in 2014
Cover, Inc. develops a mobile dining application. It offers Cover, a dining application that handles the check, including splitting, tip, and payment at restaurants in New York City, the Bay Area, Miami, and Los Angeles. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in New York, New York. As of September 22, 2015, Cover, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Velocity Mobile Limited.

Storefront

Series A in 2014
Storefront, Inc. operates a prominent online marketplace that connects artists, designers, and brands with available retail spaces for short-term rental in major cities, notably San Francisco and New York, as well as in Canadian shopping centers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform offers a diverse range of spaces, from booths at street fairs to boutique interiors and entire storefronts. It facilitates opportunities for space owners, brokers, and landlords to monetize their properties while enabling brands and e-commerce businesses to create pop-up stores and host events. Since its inception, Storefront has established itself as a leading resource for short-term retail space rentals globally.

Kitchensurfing

Series B in 2014
Kitchensurfing, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects chefs with individuals seeking personalized dining experiences. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform allows users to hire chefs for various occasions, including home-cooked meals, private parties, and cooking lessons. By focusing on the importance of shared meals, Kitchensurfing aims to revive the communal dining experience that has diminished in modern households. The service offers a convenient solution for busy families and couples, providing freshly prepared meals in under 30 minutes at a competitive price. Customers can choose from multiple options, whether it be a same-day chef for a casual dinner or a specialized event for larger gatherings. Kitchensurfing emphasizes sustainability by sourcing locally-grown ingredients, enabling chefs to create high-quality dishes tailored to individual preferences. Through its innovative approach, Kitchensurfing seeks to foster connections and enrich the dining experience for users in the comfort of their own homes.

Skillshare

Venture Round in 2014
Skillshare, Inc. is an online learning community that connects creators from around the world. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, the platform offers a diverse range of classes covering topics such as illustration, design, photography, video, and freelancing. Users can participate in online classes, watch video lessons, engage in projects and workshops, and even teach their own classes. By providing access to thousands of courses, Skillshare empowers individuals to explore various skills, from baking to entrepreneurship, fostering creativity and personal development in an accessible format.

Warby Parker

Series C in 2013
Warby Parker is a lifestyle brand specializing in the design and sale of vintage-inspired eyeglasses and sunglasses, including prescription glasses and contact lenses. The company aims to provide affordable eyewear while addressing the global issue of vision impairment, as approximately one billion people lack access to affordable glasses. By partnering with experienced non-profit organizations, Warby Parker ensures that each pair of glasses sold helps someone in need obtain eyewear, contributing to improved quality of life and economic opportunities. The company operates through various channels, including physical stores, its website, and mobile applications, offering a range of optical services such as eye exams and vision tests. Revenue is primarily generated from the sale of eyewear products, accessories, and related services.

Orchard Platform

Seed Round in 2013
Orchard Platform is a Brazilian company that offers data, technology, and software solutions for the online lending industry. It operates a centralized marketplace that connects loan originators with institutional investors, facilitating the exploration and evaluation of funding opportunities. By leveraging a global network and providing high-quality data services, advanced analytics, and capital management tools, Orchard Platform enhances the efficiency of transactions in the private credit markets. The company also produces the Orchard U.S. Consumer Marketplace Lending Index, a key performance benchmark in the direct lending sector. Recognized as a thought leader, Orchard shares insights and research through its platform and blog. As a subsidiary of Velocity Markets, Inc., it aims to create a transparent and technologically optimized environment for its users, while investment advisory services are offered through Orchard Platform Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser based in New York.

Signpost

Series B in 2013
Signpost, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops Mia, a customer relationship management and remarketing software aimed at helping local businesses enhance their customer engagement and revenue. Founded in 2009 and originally named Postabon, Inc., the company specializes in marketing automation technology that automates data collection from various consumer touchpoints, including calls, emails, and transactions. Mia enables businesses to create comprehensive customer records and implement a customer-centric approach by delivering personalized communications and promotions. By utilizing its proprietary technology, Signpost assists clients in capturing contact information, driving customer feedback, and acquiring new customers, ultimately increasing engagement and revenue for small to large enterprises.

Socratic

Seed Round in 2013
Socratic, Inc. is an education technology company based in New York that specializes in a homework assistance application for students. The app allows users to take photos of their homework questions and utilizes artificial intelligence to provide answers, detailed explanations, and relevant resources across a variety of subjects, including math, science, history, English, and economics. It features curated educational content from platforms like Khan Academy and offers tools such as graphs and step-by-step guidance to enhance the learning experience. Launched in 2013 and formerly known as Vespr, Inc., Socratic operates under the umbrella of Alphabet Inc. The app is available for free on both iPhone and Android devices, with a focus on supporting high school curricula and fostering an educational community for students seeking assistance with their studies.

Upworthy

Series A in 2013
Lots of media companies have a mission. But Upworthy is on a mission to change what the world pays attention to. We believe that stories about important issues can and should be great stories — stories for everyone, stories that connect us and sometimes even change the world —because we’re all part of the same story.

Behalf

Series A in 2013
Behalf, Inc. operates as a financing provider which facilitates commerce between business to business merchants and their business customers. The company allows merchant partners to offer business customers instant credit and flexible payment terms at the point of sale. It also provides working capital solutions for small businesses and flexible financing for business purchases. Behalf, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company has additional offices in Tel Aviv, Israel

Timehop

Series A in 2013
Timehop aggregates past content (photos, tweets, statuses, etc.) and presents it on a daily basis to users' mobile devices. It's an innovative way to recall your past in a way that ties it to the current calendar day. Timehop also offers Nimbus, a best-in-class mobile, in-app header bidding solution.

Mark43

Seed Round in 2013
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. The company's primary products include Mark43 RMS, an integrated application for managing law enforcement data, and Mark43 CAD, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response management. These applications facilitate seamless data collection, management, analysis, and sharing, while offering features such as bi-directional syncing, mission-critical AVL mapping, and automatic status timers. Both Mark43 CAD and RMS are interconnected with federal, state, and local databases, providing enhanced cloud mobility. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Mark43 aims to empower communities and improve public safety through advanced technology.
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