Spark Capital

Spark Capital Partners, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm founded in 2005, with offices in Boston, New York, and San Francisco. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across a wide range of sectors, including media, entertainment, technology, education services, consumer goods, fintech, and software. Spark Capital focuses on investing in various stages, from seed and early-stage startups to mid and late-stage companies, with investments typically ranging from $0.5 million to $30 million in firms generating up to $1 billion in revenue. The firm takes an active role in its portfolio by seeking board seats and aims to support founders in achieving their unique visions. Spark Capital is particularly interested in businesses at the intersection of technology and entertainment, as well as those in internet services, digital marketplaces, and consumer health.

Paul Conway

General Partner

Todd Dagres

General Partner

Alex Finkelstein

General Partner

Clay Fisher

Investor

Nabeel Hyatt

General Partner

Aaditya Jain

Investor

Fraser Kelton

Venture Partner

John Melas-Kyriazi

Senior Associate

Sarah Meyohas

Venture Partner

Connor Mullaney

Investor

Hanseul Nam

Investor

Santo Politi

General Partner

Megan Quinn

General Partner, Growth Equity

Yasmin Razavi

General Partner

Bijan Sabet

Investor

Natalie Sandman

General Partner

Kevin Thau

General Partner

Brian Watson

Investor

Todd Da gres

General Partner

Past deals in Growth Stage

tray.io

Series C in 2022
Tray.io provides a cloud-based software integration platform for automators. Tray.io believes that any organization can and should automate. With the Tray Platform, citizen automators throughout organizations can easily automate complex processes through a powerful, flexible platform, and can connect their entire cloud stack thanks to APIs. With Tray.io’s visual workflow builder, customers can create automation to drive their business processes without writing a single line of code.

Afresh

Series B in 2022
Afresh Technologies Inc. develops supply chain software that leverages artificial intelligence to reduce waste and enhance the freshness of perishable food items. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a platform designed to assist grocery stores and wholesalers in managing the complexities associated with fresh produce. This software tracks demand and manages orders by forecasting future needs based on the analysis of millions of data points. It provides features such as inventory optimization, procurement support, and markdown strategies, enabling clients to make data-driven decisions about the quantity of perishables to stock. By facilitating accurate item-level predictions and replenishment recommendations, Afresh helps businesses minimize waste, maintain product freshness, and improve overall profitability.

Medallion

Series C in 2022
Medalion helps hospitals to empower their practice for market expansion while maintaining compliance.

Noyo

Series B in 2022
Noyo Technologies, Inc. is a company that has developed an online platform designed for health insurance companies, brokers, and employers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Durham, North Carolina, Noyo's platform facilitates the enrollment process for insurance products, enables document submission, and allows for premium payments. The company uses API-based data exchange to modernize the insurance experience, streamlining operations for its customers.

Nomad

Series B in 2022
Nomad is providing financial services.

Verana Networks

Series B in 2022
Verana Networks develops an innovative 5G Radio Access Network solution for service providers that have licensed millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum. The company focuses on enabling 5G in mmWave spectrum because that is where the largest amount of new spectrum is. For 5G to succeed, it must deliver a 10X-50X increase in speed and capacity. Blazing fast speed and an increase in capacity enable new applications, these new applications create incremental revenue, and incremental revenue is essential to support the business case for 5G.

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.

Zeller

Series B in 2022
Zeller is reimagining business banking and was formed with the goal of providing an alternative to outdated business banking methods. Launching in early 2021, it will bring together the best of modern payments and digital financial services to help Australian businesses get paid, access their money, and manage their finances more efficiently. Zeller is co-founded by Ben Pfisterer and Dominic Yap, who bring extensive financial services experience from global companies including Square, Visa, NAB and more. The company is backed by Square Peg Capital and Apex Capital. Learn more at myzeller.com.

Wildtype

Series B in 2022
Wild Type, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that produces meat, poultry, and seafood through cellular agriculture, eliminating the need for raising or slaughtering animals. Founded in 2016, Wild Type offers a sustainable alternative to traditional food sources, addressing critical issues such as climate change, food security, and public health. By leveraging advanced cellular agriculture technologies, the company aims to redefine how society sources healthy and delicious meat, contributing to a more sustainable food ecosystem.

Boosted.ai

Series B in 2022
Boosted.ai, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, is an artificial intelligence company that focuses on improving portfolio management for the global financial industry. The company offers a proprietary web-based platform called Boosted Insights, which enables portfolio managers to utilize advanced quantitative investing techniques without needing extensive coding or data science expertise. By leveraging distributed machine learning, Boosted.ai aims to enhance investment decision-making processes and outcomes, making sophisticated financial strategies more accessible to professionals in the field.

Taptap Send

Series B in 2021
Taptap Send is an app that lets immigrants send money back home to Africa instantly and at very low prices. Since launching in summer 2018, it has already moved tens of millions of dollars and reached tens of thousands of customers. It is live in seven European countries, and support payments into Senegal, Mali, Zambia, Ghana and the Ivory Coast, with more countries launching soon.

Full Harvest

Series B in 2021
Full Harvest Technologies, Inc. operates a business-to-business platform that connects large farms with food companies, facilitating the sale of surplus and imperfect produce. Established in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company addresses the significant issue of food waste in the United States, where approximately 20 billion pounds of produce are discarded annually due to strict retailer standards regarding appearance. By creating a marketplace for this unutilized yet perfectly edible produce, Full Harvest aims to provide farmers with an additional revenue stream while helping food businesses reduce costs. The platform utilizes proprietary technology and an innovative supply chain model to enhance sustainability in the food system, ultimately benefiting both producers and consumers by minimizing waste and promoting the availability of affordable, healthy food options.

Droplette

Series B in 2021
Droplette is their patent-pending transdermal delivery system for delivery of drugs up to 60% larger than current treatments deep into skin over large surface areas. Their unique device is painless, contact free, portable and generates no disposables. It is designed to deliver antibiotics for serious ulcers and skin infections, reducing risk secondary complications or antibiotic resistance. Future applications include localized delivery of chemotherapeutics for skin cancer and drugs for anti-aging.

Medallion

Series B in 2021
Medalion helps hospitals to empower their practice for market expansion while maintaining compliance.

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.

TrialSpark

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.

Sternum

Series B in 2021
Sternum builds a holistic, highly scalable endpoint security solution, that prevents attacks in real time. Sternum was founded in 2018, by a team of highly experienced research, development and business leaders with a mission to fundamentally change the world of IoT security. Bringing profound knowledge in embedded systems, the joint perspectives of the defender and the attacker, and an aspiration to alleviate the medical security standard, Sternum not only set out to build uncompromising innovative technology but also to create true impact.

Alpaca

Series B in 2021
Alpaca is a technology company based in San Mateo, California, that operates as a securities broker. It specializes in providing an algorithmic trading platform designed for developers to create, manage, and execute trading and investing algorithms. The Alpaca API enables the development of investing applications and brokerage services that facilitate commission-free trading. The company boasts a team with diverse backgrounds in finance and technology and has garnered support from prominent investors in the industry. By focusing on empowering developers, Alpaca aims to enhance access to financial markets through innovative technology solutions.

AllStripes

Series B in 2021
AllStripes is a healthcare technology company dedicated to unlocking new treatments for people with rare disease. AllStripes has developed a two-sided platform that empowers patients to access and benefit from their own medical records and generates regulatory-ready evidence for life sciences companies.

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.

Instawork

Series C in 2021
Instawork is the fastest growing career marketplace for hospitality professionals. We've changed how traditional recruiting works for small businesses (e.g a sign on the window) by turning the process into an automated matching solution. Our vision is to create economic opportunity for local businesses and professionals, globally. We're rapidly expanding across the US. We're looking for great talent to help us grow and would love to hear from you! Go to www.instawork.com or send us a note at careers@instawork.com

Spinn

Series B in 2021
Internet of things meets coffee marketplace. Spinn makes connected coffee machines that makes coffee using patented centrifugal technology. The taste of the coffee is consistently described by coffee professionals as smooth, creamy and velvety. The machine auto-replenishes using a 'beanlist' users compile from a marketplace for local coffee roasters. A better version of coffee.

Dooly

Series B in 2021
Dooly Research Ltd. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven sales enablement platform designed to enhance the efficiency of sales teams. Founded in 2015, the Vancouver-based company offers software that automates the customer relationship management process by capturing, sharing, and organizing essential customer information. The platform facilitates the synchronization of digital notes, fields, and tasks directly with Salesforce, allowing sales and customer success teams to minimize time spent on administrative duties. By streamlining the flow of information from meetings and customer interactions, Dooly enables teams to focus more on closing sales and achieving core business objectives.

Lithic

Series B in 2021
Lithic is a financial technology company that focuses on enhancing privacy and security for consumers and businesses through virtual cards. By providing a straightforward platform for creating and managing payment cards, Lithic empowers users to control their spending while safeguarding their sensitive financial information. The company is dedicated to ensuring that users do not have to compromise convenience for privacy, positioning itself as a solution for those seeking to protect their online financial activities. Through its innovative approach, Lithic aims to simplify the process of online transactions while prioritizing user privacy and security.

Ada

Series C in 2021
Ada Support Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in developing a chatbot platform aimed at enhancing customer support for enterprise businesses. Established in 2014, Ada's technology utilizes machine learning to automate customer interactions, allowing non-technical support teams to manage inquiries more efficiently. The platform enables customers to find answers independently, thereby reducing the overall volume of support requests. Additionally, the system continually learns from interactions to improve its service capabilities over time.

Deel

Series C in 2021
Deel is a developer of a payroll platform used to re-imagine payouts for businesses working with remote contractors. The platform is used by remote teams that connect localized compliance and automates payments in one system of record, as well as provides contracts and templates to be used for tax forms and localized contracts, automated payment, invoicing and receipts, and customer support. It aims to offer to every company that hires remote talents a one-stop-shop that makes onboarding, global compliance, and payments easier. The company was founded by Alex Bouaziz, Ofer Simon, and Shuo Wang in 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

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.

Lightmatter

Series B in 2021
Lightmatter, Inc. is an artificial intelligence (AI) hardware company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in integrated optical technology to develop advanced computing processors. Founded in 2017, the company has created a silicon chip that utilizes light signals for processing, offering a new approach to AI computation. This technology accelerates critical operations in deep neural networks by employing programmable photonic elements alongside traditional transistors, enhancing the speed and efficiency of data processing while minimizing power consumption. Lightmatter's innovations aim to improve various AI applications, including image recognition and natural language processing, contributing to the advancement of next-generation AI-powered computing solutions.

Capitolis

Series C in 2021
Capitolis is a technology provider addressing capital market constraints in equities and foreign exchange. It connects capital with collaborative solutions to clients all over the world. The company connects market participants and transforms the efficiency frontiers of their businesses. It partners with clients to address their challenges and creatively build new opportunities around under-utilized capital. Capitolis was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in New York.

Cameo

Series C in 2021
Cameo is a marketplace that allows fans to book personalized video shoutouts from a wide array of talent, including celebrities and influencers. The platform aims to provide authentic and personalized fan experiences, offering users the opportunity to connect with their favorite personalities through custom video messages. With partnerships spanning various verticals, Cameo has established itself as a prominent player in the entertainment industry. The company is based in Chicago and is part of the city's vibrant technology and startup community.

Axis Security

Series C in 2021
Axis Security Inc. is a private application access company founded in 2018 and based in California. It specializes in a zero-trust cloud security platform that enables organizations to manage access for employees, partners, and stakeholders securely. Through its innovative Application Isolation Technology, Axis Security ensures that users have access only to the necessary resources, minimizing excess access and associated risks. This approach transforms open networks and vulnerable applications into secure resources, allowing businesses to operate and expand with confidence. The company's focus on cloud security and analytics solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Clarify Health Solutions

Series C in 2021
Clarify Health Solutions, Inc. operates a data-driven platform designed to enhance patient care by providing real-time insights to patients, clinicians, and care managers. The platform, known as Clarify Episode, facilitates the optimization of care episodes by stratifying patients based on various characteristics and monitoring their progress to detect potential complications early. Key offerings include Care Pilot, a mobile and web-based tool that empowers patients in their care journey; Care Connect, which allows clinicians to monitor and intervene as needed; and Care Prism, which delivers real-time analytics for management. The solutions aim to improve efficiency and personalization in healthcare delivery, enabling health systems to streamline workflows and focus on patients with the greatest needs. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company also offers data analytics and change management solutions, forming strategic alliances to enhance its impact in the healthcare sector.

Descript

Series B in 2021
Descript is an audio word processing platform that enables editor and producers to edit sound files while a writer would edit its lyrics. It offers anyone editing audio files, whether podcasters, journalists, or musicians, the ability to edit single-track audio clips as easily as they would edit words in a word processing document. Descript is powered by Google Speech, ensuring clients to get state-of-the-art transcription accuracy. Audio is synced to text, so the users can always hear the sound beneath the words - and search audio by searching text. The company was founded by Andrew Mason, who also founded Detour and Groupon.

Reggora

Series B in 2021
Reggora, Inc. is a Boston-based appraisal technology company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to streamline the appraisal process for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers. The software automates various manual tasks, from order allocation to quality control, effectively reducing costs and improving efficiency. It provides mortgage lenders with customizable solutions that enhance their operations, while offering appraisers management tools that facilitate a more efficient appraisal process. Originally known as Sonder Partners, LLC, Reggora was incorporated in 2016 and rebranded in May 2017.

Tourlane

Series C in 2020
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. The company specializes in connecting travelers with travel specialists worldwide, enabling individuals and groups to plan and book personalized multi-day tours affordably. Tourlane's platform offers features such as real-time pricing, availability, instant trip visualization, and customizable trip adjustments, enhancing the user experience. Catering to over 30 countries, Tourlane combines the expertise of traditional travel agencies with modern technology to simplify the booking process for unique adventures and authentic travel experiences. By matching travelers with pre-selected specialists, Tourlane aims to make the planning of individual and adventure trips efficient and accessible.

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.

MessageBird

Series C in 2020
MessageBird B.V. specializes in cloud-based software solutions designed for customer communication, including voice services, text messaging, programmable conversations, and notifications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates additional offices in cities such as San Francisco, Singapore, and London. As a unique cloud communications platform with its own telecommunications carrier infrastructure, MessageBird connects over 15,000 enterprises with their global customers through reliable SMS, Voice, and Chat APIs. The company's mission is to modernize customer communication by simplifying complex processes, and it is supported by a diverse team representing over 20 nationalities.

Deel

Series B in 2020
Deel is a developer of a payroll platform used to re-imagine payouts for businesses working with remote contractors. The platform is used by remote teams that connect localized compliance and automates payments in one system of record, as well as provides contracts and templates to be used for tax forms and localized contracts, automated payment, invoicing and receipts, and customer support. It aims to offer to every company that hires remote talents a one-stop-shop that makes onboarding, global compliance, and payments easier. The company was founded by Alex Bouaziz, Ofer Simon, and Shuo Wang in 2018 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

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.

SmartRent

Series C in 2020
SmartRent is an enterprise home automation company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. It develops innovative software and hardware solutions designed to assist property owners, managers, and renters within multifamily communities. The company's platform allows property managers and residents to remotely control essential features such as locks, lights, and thermostats in both vacant units and common areas. By integrating with various property management systems and collaborating with hardware manufacturers and industry associations, SmartRent enhances asset monitoring and protection while promoting operational efficiencies and ancillary revenue generation for property owners.

Catalyst Software

Series B in 2020
Catalyst Software Corporation develops a customer success platform designed to enhance customer experience and reduce churn for businesses. This Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform provides a range of features, including analytics, workflow automation, and insights that enable companies to effectively manage customer relationships. Key functionalities include product usage tracking, a task manager that consolidates communications, automatic logging of customer interactions in Salesforce, and the creation of comprehensive customer profiles. The platform also offers playbooks, campaigns, and account segmentation tools, all while integrating with other SaaS services to deliver a unified dashboard for customer success data. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Catalyst Software aims to empower customer success managers to proactively identify issues and drive product adoption, ultimately fostering stronger customer relationships and business growth.

Feather

Series B in 2020
Feather provides furniture and home decor rental service The company helps city dwellers to furnish their homes without spending a fortune or hurting the planet in the process. Members of Feather have access to high-quality furniture at a low monthly price with the option to add, swap, buy, or return when life or tastes change. Furniture is delivered and assembled for free within a week. Feather’s circular approach reduces the environmental impact that furniture waste has on the planet by keeping furniture in homes and out of landfills.

Freight Farms

Series B in 2020
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing hydroponic crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Their flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled system that enables commercial-scale production of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as lettuces and brassicas such as kale and cabbage, regardless of climate or season. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company aims to enhance food accessibility in regions where traditional farming is challenging. By facilitating high-yield crop production, Freight Farms supports the development of local food economies and sustainable food systems for a diverse clientele, including business owners, farmers, educational institutions, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

tray.io

Series C in 2019
Tray.io provides a cloud-based software integration platform for automators. Tray.io believes that any organization can and should automate. With the Tray Platform, citizen automators throughout organizations can easily automate complex processes through a powerful, flexible platform, and can connect their entire cloud stack thanks to APIs. With Tray.io’s visual workflow builder, customers can create automation to drive their business processes without writing a single line of code.

Capitolis

Series B in 2019
Capitolis is a technology provider addressing capital market constraints in equities and foreign exchange. It connects capital with collaborative solutions to clients all over the world. The company connects market participants and transforms the efficiency frontiers of their businesses. It partners with clients to address their challenges and creatively build new opportunities around under-utilized capital. Capitolis was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in New York.

Superpedestrian

Series C in 2019
Superpedestrian, Inc. is a transportation robotics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development of lightweight electric vehicles, particularly electric scooters and bikes. Founded as a spin-off from MIT, the company has invested over five years in creating its proprietary Vehicle Intelligence system, which enhances the safety, reliability, and performance of its products. The flagship product, the Copenhagen Wheel, serves as a platform for developers to create various applications, while the LINK scooter, designed for shared fleets, employs this advanced technology to autonomously monitor and address potential malfunctions. This system allows the scooters to detect issues like battery fires and brake failures in real-time, significantly reducing the likelihood of accidents and operational downtime. By automatically disabling scooters that cannot self-protect and generating detailed service tickets, Superpedestrian improves rider safety and reduces maintenance costs for fleet operators. The company sells its products through retailers and online, operating in multiple markets across the U.S. and Europe.

Proletariat

Series C in 2019
Proletariat Inc. is a Boston-based game development company founded in 2012, known for creating multiplayer and role-playing games for various platforms, including iOS, Android, PC, and Mac. The company has developed titles such as Spellbreak, StreamLegends, Streamline, and World Zombination. Founded by industry veterans from companies like Harmonix and Insomniac, Proletariat emphasizes crafting engaging, team-focused multiplayer experiences. The firm aims to innovate the gaming landscape by prioritizing player experience and community engagement, distinguishing itself from larger industry players.

Particle

Series C in 2019
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

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.

Instabase

Series B in 2019
Instabase, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2015. It offers a platform that allows businesses to create customizable applications aimed at automating various operational tasks. The platform features tools for optical character recognition, data classification and extraction, and natural language processing, enabling companies to efficiently process and analyze documents. For instance, banks can utilize Instabase to swiftly verify customer income by analyzing submitted documents like pay stubs and tax forms. Additionally, Instabase provides an app store that hosts a variety of pre-packaged applications tailored for different industries, including Income Verification, Identity Verification, and Contract Analysis. This comprehensive suite of services is designed to empower organizations to build complex business applications that meet their specific needs.

Fundbox

Series C in 2019
Fundbox, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas, that focuses on providing payment and credit solutions specifically for small businesses engaged in business-to-business transactions. Founded in 2013, Fundbox aims to disrupt the $21 trillion B2B commerce market by creating a network that enables businesses to facilitate efficient transactions with one another. The platform allows sellers to enhance their average order volumes and improve their sales close rates by offering competitive net terms and flexible payment plans to their small and medium-sized business customers.

PreVeil

Series B in 2019
PreVeil, LLC provides an encrypted email and encrypted cloud storage solution for enterprises to protect important email and files. It offers PreVeil, a solution that enables enterprises to communicate with fellow employees, contractors, vendors, and third parties. The company’s solutions include email, drive, enterprise features, security, technology, and Web PreVeil. It serves aerospace and defense, financial services, biotech and pharma, and professional services industries. PreVeil, LLC was founded in 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Anduril Industries

Series B in 2019
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance. Anduril commits top technical talent to solving the most complex national security challenges. We’re building the next generation of technology that will aid and protect those who serve on the front lines defending the nation and its interests. Our mission is to develop cutting edge technology that enables America and its allies to maintain global leadership now and into the future.

Scale

Series C in 2019
Scale AI, Inc. is a data platform that specializes in providing high-quality training and validation data for artificial intelligence applications. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a range of annotation tools, including platforms for 3D sensor data, images, videos, text, and documents. Its products support various AI tasks such as content moderation, transcription, and data comparison, and are utilized across multiple sectors including autonomous vehicles, retail, conversational AI, and robotics. Scale AI's technology enables companies to streamline their machine learning processes, allowing teams to concentrate on developing innovative models rather than the labor-intensive task of data labeling. The company serves notable clients in the technology and transportation industries, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of AI development.

Cameo

Series B in 2019
Cameo is a marketplace that allows fans to book personalized video shoutouts from a wide array of talent, including celebrities and influencers. The platform aims to provide authentic and personalized fan experiences, offering users the opportunity to connect with their favorite personalities through custom video messages. With partnerships spanning various verticals, Cameo has established itself as a prominent player in the entertainment industry. The company is based in Chicago and is part of the city's vibrant technology and startup community.

Instawork

Series B in 2019
Instawork is the fastest growing career marketplace for hospitality professionals. We've changed how traditional recruiting works for small businesses (e.g a sign on the window) by turning the process into an automated matching solution. Our vision is to create economic opportunity for local businesses and professionals, globally. We're rapidly expanding across the US. We're looking for great talent to help us grow and would love to hear from you! Go to www.instawork.com or send us a note at careers@instawork.com

Tourlane

Series C in 2019
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. The company specializes in connecting travelers with travel specialists worldwide, enabling individuals and groups to plan and book personalized multi-day tours affordably. Tourlane's platform offers features such as real-time pricing, availability, instant trip visualization, and customizable trip adjustments, enhancing the user experience. Catering to over 30 countries, Tourlane combines the expertise of traditional travel agencies with modern technology to simplify the booking process for unique adventures and authentic travel experiences. By matching travelers with pre-selected specialists, Tourlane aims to make the planning of individual and adventure trips efficient and accessible.

tray.io

Series B in 2019
Tray.io provides a cloud-based software integration platform for automators. Tray.io believes that any organization can and should automate. With the Tray Platform, citizen automators throughout organizations can easily automate complex processes through a powerful, flexible platform, and can connect their entire cloud stack thanks to APIs. With Tray.io’s visual workflow builder, customers can create automation to drive their business processes without writing a single line of code.

Owl Labs

Series B in 2019
Owl Labs Inc. is a company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of immersive video conferencing technology. Founded in 2014, it is known for its innovative products, including the Meeting Owl, a smart video conferencing camera designed for teams, and the Meeting Owl Pro, which features an advanced microphone array and speaker system for enhanced communication. These devices offer 360-degree video capabilities and are compatible with popular video conferencing platforms such as Google Hangouts, Skype, and GoToMeeting. Owl Labs focuses on creating user-friendly solutions that improve remote collaboration for businesses and organizations.

Zum

Series C in 2019
Zum Services, Inc. specializes in providing safe and reliable transportation for children and youth, catering to both school districts and busy families. The company offers a range of services, including scheduled and on-demand rides, carpool options, and on-site childcare, ensuring consistent drivers for pickups and drop-offs related to school, sports, and other activities. Zum leverages a network of highly vetted drivers along with advanced scheduling and tracking technology to enhance efficiency and safety. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Zum operates in key regions such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, focusing on delivering flexible transportation solutions that save time for parents and reduce costs for schools.

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.

Brud

Series B in 2019
Brud Inc. is a transmedia studio based in Los Angeles that specializes in the development of digital and robotic characters for social platforms. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating character-driven story worlds, leveraging expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Brud is known for its work in producing virtual influencers, which are digital personas that engage audiences across various media channels. The company's innovative approach combines technology and storytelling, allowing for the creation of captivating narratives that resonate with contemporary audiences.

Badi

Series B in 2019
Badi is an AI-driven online platform based in Barcelona, Spain, that specializes in room rentals. Founded in September 2015 by Carlos Pierre Trias de Bes, Badi enables users to publish, discover, and securely book unique rooms worldwide. The platform fosters a trusted community by allowing individuals to list their available rooms while facilitating safe online payments and bookings. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Badi enhances the user experience, allowing customers to find and evaluate rental options based on feedback and reviews from other users. This approach not only simplifies the process of renting rooms but also provides transparency in the real estate market, making it easier for both renters and property owners to connect.

Earnin

Series C in 2018
Earnin offers a mobile platform that allows employees to access their earned wages in real-time, bypassing the traditional biweekly paycheck system. Launched in 2014, the service enables users to draw on their earnings whenever needed, directly from their smartphones. Unlike conventional payroll services, Earnin does not charge fees or interest; instead, it allows users to voluntarily contribute what they consider fair for the service. The platform works by tracking the hours worked through an electronic timesheet and facilitating direct deposits, empowering users to manage their finances more effectively and avoid late or overdraft fees. By leveraging technology, Earnin is aimed at enhancing financial flexibility and control for employees.

Plaid

Series C in 2018
Plaid Inc. is a technology platform that enables users to connect their bank accounts to various applications, aiming to democratize financial services through innovative solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, Plaid provides a suite of APIs that allow developers to create financial products that connect consumers with traditional financial institutions. Its offerings include tools for accessing transaction history, authenticating bank accounts, verifying identities, and checking real-time account balances and income. These products are utilized across various sectors, including personal finance, consumer payments, lending, banking, and brokerage. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, from startups to Fortune 50 companies, facilitating the development of modern financial services and applications.

Tourlane

Series B in 2018
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. The company specializes in connecting travelers with travel specialists worldwide, enabling individuals and groups to plan and book personalized multi-day tours affordably. Tourlane's platform offers features such as real-time pricing, availability, instant trip visualization, and customizable trip adjustments, enhancing the user experience. Catering to over 30 countries, Tourlane combines the expertise of traditional travel agencies with modern technology to simplify the booking process for unique adventures and authentic travel experiences. By matching travelers with pre-selected specialists, Tourlane aims to make the planning of individual and adventure trips efficient and accessible.

Handshake

Series C in 2018
Handshake is a college career network established in 2014, aimed at transforming the recruiting experience for students, career centers, and employers. It connects 17 million students and young alumni from over 1,000 colleges and universities—including many minority-serving institutions—with nearly 500,000 employers, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses and nonprofits. The platform democratizes access to job opportunities, providing students with valuable insights and a wider array of career options, while enabling employers to efficiently access diverse talent. Additionally, it offers colleges tools to enhance student engagement and boost employment outcomes. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Denver and London, Handshake has raised a total of $155 million from various investors, including prominent venture capital and social impact firms.

TravelPerk

Series C in 2018
TravelPerk S.L. develops a Web-based tool for business travel bookings and management. Its platform enables users to search and book flights, hotels, apartments, and other accommodations, as well as manage business travels; and offers an expense integration and travel budget reporting tool. The company also offers support services for various travel needs. It serves companies worldwide. TravelPerk S.L. was founded in 2015 and is based in Barcelona, Spain.

Capella Space

Series B in 2018
Capella Space is an information services company that provides sub 0.5m very high-resolution synthetic aperture radar earth observation imagery. Through a constellation of small satellites, Capella is providing easy access to frequent, timely, and flexible information affecting dozens of industries worldwide. Capella’s high-resolution SAR satellites are matched with unparalleled infrastructure to deliver reliable global insights that sharpen the understanding of the changing world, improving decisions about commerce, conservation, and well-being on Earth. The company aims to make timely Earth observation an essential tool for commerce, conservation, and well-being. Capella Space was founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California.

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.

Sonder

Series C in 2018
Sonder is a hospitality company that leases hotel-style apartments and manages vacation and short-term rental properties for travelers. Originally founded as Flatbook Corp., it rebranded to Sonder Canada Inc. in 2016 and expanded its operations to the United States with Sonder USA Inc. The company offers properties designed with modern aesthetics, including features such as living areas, dining spaces, and multiple bedrooms, complemented by a concierge service accessible via phone or text. Each rental is fully equipped with beds, linens, towels, and essential amenities, along with curated art and furniture. Sonder currently manages over $2.3 billion in various projects, including commercially-zoned mixed-use developments, residential spaces, serviced apartments, apart-hotels, and hotels across multiple cities.

Homelike

Series B in 2018
Homelike Internet GmbH owns and operates an online marketplace for renting furnished temporary apartments in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. The company operates a platform Homelike, which helps to connect tenants with independent landlords of furnished temporary apartments. It helps tenants to choose and book apartments from remote locations. The company caters to real estate and business travel industries. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Cologne, Germany.

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 the first lifelong brand for a woman’s body, providing the transparency and candor women deserve when it comes to products and content for their reproductive health.

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.

Superpedestrian

Series B in 2018
Superpedestrian, Inc. is a transportation robotics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development of lightweight electric vehicles, particularly electric scooters and bikes. Founded as a spin-off from MIT, the company has invested over five years in creating its proprietary Vehicle Intelligence system, which enhances the safety, reliability, and performance of its products. The flagship product, the Copenhagen Wheel, serves as a platform for developers to create various applications, while the LINK scooter, designed for shared fleets, employs this advanced technology to autonomously monitor and address potential malfunctions. This system allows the scooters to detect issues like battery fires and brake failures in real-time, significantly reducing the likelihood of accidents and operational downtime. By automatically disabling scooters that cannot self-protect and generating detailed service tickets, Superpedestrian improves rider safety and reduces maintenance costs for fleet operators. The company sells its products through retailers and online, operating in multiple markets across the U.S. and Europe.

TravelPerk

Series B in 2018
TravelPerk S.L. develops a Web-based tool for business travel bookings and management. Its platform enables users to search and book flights, hotels, apartments, and other accommodations, as well as manage business travels; and offers an expense integration and travel budget reporting tool. The company also offers support services for various travel needs. It serves companies worldwide. TravelPerk S.L. was founded in 2015 and is based in Barcelona, Spain.

Careship

Series B in 2018
Careship is a Berlin-based company established in 2015 that specializes in connecting families with qualified caregivers for elderly individuals, facilitating aging at home. The platform employs a matchmaking algorithm to ensure suitable pairings between caregivers and families, enhancing the quality of life for seniors. By streamlining communication among all parties involved, Careship simplifies the coordination of care services. Additionally, it offers guidance on insurance benefits, ensuring that elderly citizens have access to reliable support tailored to their specific needs. Careship combines technology with a personal touch to create a user-friendly experience that prioritizes convenience and quality in in-home care.

SiFive

Series C in 2018
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focused on RISC-V architecture. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices worldwide, SiFive develops multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip (SoC) products tailored for various applications, including IoT and wearables. The company provides software development kits, toolchains, and utilities to facilitate the development of RISC-V devices, enhancing the efficiency and affordability of hardware design. By leveraging open-source principles and software automation, SiFive aims to accelerate innovation in the semiconductor industry, enabling both large and small businesses to bring new hardware solutions to market more rapidly.

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.

Zum

Series B in 2018
Zum Services, Inc. specializes in providing safe and reliable transportation for children and youth, catering to both school districts and busy families. The company offers a range of services, including scheduled and on-demand rides, carpool options, and on-site childcare, ensuring consistent drivers for pickups and drop-offs related to school, sports, and other activities. Zum leverages a network of highly vetted drivers along with advanced scheduling and tracking technology to enhance efficiency and safety. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Zum operates in key regions such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, focusing on delivering flexible transportation solutions that save time for parents and reduce costs for schools.

Niantic

Series B in 2017
Niantic’s mission is to use emerging technology to enrich our experiences as human beings in the physical world. We seek to build products that inspire movement, exploration, and face-to-face social interaction. Originally formed at Google in 2010, we are now an independent company with a strong group of investors including Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Alsop Louie Partners. We’re focused on building games that get people outside and exploring by enabling our players to have fun while visiting new places, learning about the world around them, and meeting new friends. We’ve launched Ingress, an immersive real-world mobile game played by millions of people; it's been downloaded more than 20 million times and is played in over 200 countries and territories worldwide. We've also developed Pokémon GO, which has broken records around the world and has been downloaded more than 750 million times in its first year.

Panorama Education

Series B in 2017
Panorama Education, based in Boston, Massachusetts, is a data analytics company focused on K-12 education. Founded in 2012, it offers a software-as-a-service platform that enables school districts, charter networks, and state governments to conduct comprehensive surveys of students, parents, teachers, and staff. The platform provides research-based surveys and delivers feedback data, allowing educators and administrators to analyze results across various demographics and school environments. By collecting feedback on individual teachers and overall school conditions, Panorama Education aims to enhance professional development and improve educator evaluation systems. The company also offers implementation consultation, technical assistance, and training to support its clients in effectively utilizing their data.

Carta

Series C in 2017
Carta is a transfer agent for private companies that enables seed-stage to pre-IPO companies to manage equity electronically with the participation of their shareholders, employees, auditors, and legal counsel. It digitizes paper stock certificates along with stock options, warrants, and derivatives to create a real-time image of who owns what at a startup. Carta receives funding from a group of investors, including Draper VC, Expansion VC, k9 Ventures, Elefund, Subtraction Capital, Scott Banister, XG Ventures, Kima Ventures, Andy Palmer, and Structure Capital. It was founded by Manu Kumar and Henry Ward in 2012 as eShares, Carta is based in Mountain View, California.

Andela

Series C in 2017
Andela is a global talent network that specializes in recruiting and managing software developers from emerging markets, particularly in Africa. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, the company provides training and mentorship to prepare developers for roles with companies worldwide. Through its platform, Andela connects leading organizations like GitHub and Cloudflare with highly skilled engineering talent, enabling businesses to scale their teams efficiently and cost-effectively. The company focuses on identifying the top 1% of software developers, fostering a network that empowers developers while facilitating job opportunities. Andela operates as a distributed organization across four continents and has garnered support from notable investors, including Generation Investment Management and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.

Talkspace

Series C in 2017
Talkspace Network LLC is an online therapy provider that offers mental health care through text, audio, and video messaging. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company connects users with licensed therapists, allowing for confidential therapy without the need for appointments. Its services include unlimited messaging therapy, therapy for teens and couples, as well as specialized options for businesses and social media support. The platform aims to make mental health care more accessible and affordable, helping individuals who may find traditional face-to-face therapy challenging or financially burdensome. By leveraging technology, Talkspace provides a convenient alternative that enables users to communicate with therapists in a comfortable manner, facilitating the pursuit of mental well-being.

Particle

Series B in 2017
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Pendo

Series C in 2017
Pendo is the only platform to combine in-product engagement with robust product data and user feedback. With the ability to quickly take action on these qualitative and quantitative insights, product teams can make more informed decisions on how to support users throughout their journey.

Verse

Series B in 2017
Verse is the payments technology platform that takes the friction out of storing, spending and sharing money. The mobile app allows you to share payments easily, instantly and with no hidden fees and also allows you to choose whether your transactions are private or public so that you can have fun while keeping track of your financial activities. Verse is available for both Android and iOS-based phones and transactions are completed in less than two business days. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Barcelona, Spain.

SiFive

Series B in 2017
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focused on RISC-V architecture. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices worldwide, SiFive develops multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip (SoC) products tailored for various applications, including IoT and wearables. The company provides software development kits, toolchains, and utilities to facilitate the development of RISC-V devices, enhancing the efficiency and affordability of hardware design. By leveraging open-source principles and software automation, SiFive aims to accelerate innovation in the semiconductor industry, enabling both large and small businesses to bring new hardware solutions to market more rapidly.

Freight Farms

Venture Round in 2017
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing hydroponic crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Their flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled system that enables commercial-scale production of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as lettuces and brassicas such as kale and cabbage, regardless of climate or season. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company aims to enhance food accessibility in regions where traditional farming is challenging. By facilitating high-yield crop production, Freight Farms supports the development of local food economies and sustainable food systems for a diverse clientele, including business owners, farmers, educational institutions, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Sonder

Series B in 2017
Sonder is a hospitality company that leases hotel-style apartments and manages vacation and short-term rental properties for travelers. Originally founded as Flatbook Corp., it rebranded to Sonder Canada Inc. in 2016 and expanded its operations to the United States with Sonder USA Inc. The company offers properties designed with modern aesthetics, including features such as living areas, dining spaces, and multiple bedrooms, complemented by a concierge service accessible via phone or text. Each rental is fully equipped with beds, linens, towels, and essential amenities, along with curated art and furniture. Sonder currently manages over $2.3 billion in various projects, including commercially-zoned mixed-use developments, residential spaces, serviced apartments, apart-hotels, and hotels across multiple cities.

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.

Pendo

Series B in 2016
Pendo is the only platform to combine in-product engagement with robust product data and user feedback. With the ability to quickly take action on these qualitative and quantitative insights, product teams can make more informed decisions on how to support users throughout their journey.