Spark Capital

Spark Capital, established in 2005, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in San Francisco and New York. The company invests across various stages and sectors, with a focus on internet, mobile, and technology-driven businesses. Notable investments include Twitter, Discord, and Oculus. Spark Capital typically invests between $0.5 million to $30 million, seeking board seats in its portfolio companies.

Coen Armstrong Ph.D

Investor

Paul Conway

General Partner and CFO

Alex Finkelstein

Co-Founder and General Partner

Clay Fisher

Investor

Nabeel Hyatt

General Partner

Aaditya Jain

Investor, Growth

Fraser Kelton

General Partner

James Kuklinski

General Partner, Growth

Alexa Lyons

Co-CFO and General Partner

Connor Mullaney

Investor, Growth

Hanseul Nam

Investor, Growth

Santo Politi

Co-Founder and General Partner

Yasmin Razavi

General Partner, Growth

Will Reed

General Partner, Growth

Natalie Sandman

General Partner

Kevin Thau

General Partner

Past deals in Series B

Blackbird

Series B in 2025
Blackbird Labs is a web3 hospitality technology platform founded in 2022 by Ben Leventhal and based in New York, United States. The company focuses on directly connecting restaurants with their customers through loyalty and membership services. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Blackbird Labs aims to enhance the dining experience, facilitating meaningful and ongoing interactions between restaurants and their guests. The platform is designed to transform how hospitality businesses engage with their clientele, ultimately elevating customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Comulate

Series B in 2025
Comulate has developed a broker revenue platform that enhances the efficiency of money movement and administration within the insurance industry. The platform addresses challenges such as high costs and cumbersome direct bill workflows by automating these processes. Additionally, it helps brokers identify missing commissions and offers revenue software that maximizes revenue potential. By focusing on revenue automation and intelligence, Comulate aims to improve overall financial management for brokers, ultimately streamlining operations and increasing profitability in the insurance sector.

VideaHealth

Series B in 2025
VideaHealth, Inc. develops advanced software that utilizes artificial intelligence to automatically detect dental pathologies in imaging. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company's flagship solution, VideaDetect, addresses the significant issue of undetected dental diseases, which can affect up to 50% of cases in traditional dental practices. By enhancing disease detection and providing real-time second opinions, VideaHealth enables dentists to improve communication of treatment recommendations to patients, ultimately reducing the risk of health complications and potential revenue loss due to missed diagnoses. The technology also supports dental practices and insurers by streamlining diagnoses, treatment planning, and claims processing through actionable insights and advanced analytics.

9fin

Series B in 2024
9fin Limited is a London-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software designed to provide comprehensive financial data for the bond market, particularly focusing on high-yield bonds. The company offers a data analytics platform that utilizes computer vision and machine learning to facilitate the search, filtering, and analysis of financial information. By delivering real-time market news, deal monitoring, and price data presented in chart formats, 9fin supports professionals in finance, investment banking, and asset management in making informed investment decisions. Its tools foster collaboration among teams and assist users in assessing risks effectively, ultimately streamlining the decision-making process in the credit markets.

Zeal

Series B in 2024
Puzzl Group, Inc. operates a campaign tracking platform designed for brands to effectively monitor and manage their marketing efforts, particularly the in-person components of their campaigns. The platform allows businesses to track key metrics such as impressions, engagement, and conversions, while also facilitating the management of ambassador programs without the need for physical presence at targeted locations. With a focus on enhancing the effectiveness of personal marketing campaigns, Puzzl has successfully executed numerous campaigns, generating significant revenue and maintaining healthy profit margins. The company currently supports brands in managing a substantial number of brand ambassadors, positioning itself within a large market opportunity.

Helaina

Series B in 2024
Helaina is a biotechnology company focused on producing milk-equivalent baby formula that serves as an alternative to breast milk. By utilizing fermentation, Helaina generates bioactive proteins that closely mimic the functional proteins found in human milk, creating a new category of functional food products. These products are designed to provide nutritional options and immune benefits similar to those of breast milk, offering infants a viable alternative that incorporates the immune-nourishing properties of natural breast milk. Helaina's innovative approach aims to enhance infant nutrition and support healthy development.

Baseten

Series B in 2024
Baseten provides a serverless backend designed to simplify the development of machine-learning-powered applications. It enables data science and machine learning teams to create applications without requiring extensive knowledge of backend, frontend, or MLOps. With features such as auto-scaling, GPU access, CRON jobs, and serverless functions, Baseten facilitates quicker and more informed decision-making within organizations. The platform offers reusable components that allow users to efficiently assemble workflows and deploy machine learning models in a scalable and cost-effective manner. By streamlining the transition from prototype to production, Baseten empowers engineers to maintain flexibility in their coding while ensuring high performance and rapid inference in response to varying traffic demands. The company aims to make machine learning accessible to organizations of all sizes.

Higharc

Series B in 2024
Higharc, Inc. is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2018. It offers a comprehensive web platform designed for the homebuilding industry, enabling builders to create three-dimensional home designs tailored to the specific needs of new homebuyers. The platform streamlines the design, construction, and sales processes by allowing users to manage plans, standards, and options in one location. Additionally, it generates accurate materials lists and provides permit-ready construction documents, which help eliminate material waste and costly errors. Higharc aims to enhance the homebuilding experience by enabling builders to deliver better homes and communities more affordably.

Air Space Intelligence

Series B in 2023
Air Space Intelligence is a software-focused aerospace and defense company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-powered solutions to enhance complex air operations. By partnering with major airlines and government agencies, the company aims to ensure the safety and security of global airspace. Its platform leverages AI technology to improve decision-making processes, providing critical support from operations centers to flight decks. This innovative approach enables aerospace organizations to navigate the complexities of air operations more effectively and efficiently.

AutogenAI

Series B in 2023
AutogenAI specializes in artificial intelligence-driven natural language processing solutions that assist organizations in creating effective bidding proposals. By automating the initial drafting process, the company allows professionals to concentrate on more strategic tasks while enhancing the quality and tone of the content. Its technology leverages the latest examples and case studies from various industries to improve written communications, thereby reducing the reliance on costly external writers. AutogenAI aims to provide a consistent messaging framework across all written materials, streamlining the bid preparation process for businesses.

Chainguard

Series B in 2023
Chainguard specializes in supply chain security by providing hardened, minimal container images that are continuously rebuilt from source in secure environments. These images are designed to eliminate known vulnerabilities and ensure end-to-end integrity, featuring built-in cryptographic signatures, Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), and Supply-chain Levels for Software Artifacts (SLSA) provenance. In addition to its container images, Chainguard offers a catalog of guarded Java dependencies through its Chainguard Libraries, which are also built securely from source in SLSA-certified infrastructure. The company emphasizes its commitment to the open source community by contributing to and maintaining several widely used open source projects. By applying zero-trust principles and utilizing compliant-build systems, Chainguard enables businesses to effectively manage their supply chain security risks throughout the software lifecycle.

Abridge

Series B in 2023
Abridge Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded in September 1999, focused on enhancing communication in medical settings through innovative tools. The company utilizes generative AI to automate the transcription and summarization of patient-clinician conversations, converting these interactions into structured clinical notes in real-time. This platform integrates seamlessly with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, significantly reducing the need for manual note-taking. By generating clear and understandable summaries, Abridge improves patient comprehension of medical discussions and ensures that relevant documentation is accurately recorded in patient files. Additionally, the company emphasizes data security and patient privacy, adhering to healthcare regulations while providing a customizable interface that caters to individual patient needs.

Nomad

Series B in 2023
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.

Adept AI

Series B in 2023
Adept is an AI research and product lab focused on automating software processes for developers. The company utilizes a combination of automation, computer vision, and machine learning to streamline repetitive tasks, which enhances efficiency in various workflows. By reimagining human-computer interaction, Adept's systems enable collaborative creativity, allowing users to maintain control while leveraging AI to handle routine activities. This approach not only automates processes but also frees up time for users to engage in more meaningful work.

Freight Farms

Series B in 2022
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing innovative crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Its flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled hydroponic farm capable of producing commercial-scale yields of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as different types of lettuce and hearty greens such as kale and cabbage. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Freight Farms aims to provide access to fresh and affordable food in regions where traditional farming is not feasible due to climate constraints. The company's technology promotes local food economies and sustainable food systems by enabling high-yield crop production regardless of environmental conditions. It serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, soil farmers, schools, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Lumafield

Series B in 2022
Lumafield specializes in industrial computed tomography (CT) solutions, providing advanced non-destructive testing and inspection tools for engineers. The company's flagship product, the Neptune X-ray CT scanner, offers detailed imaging that allows engineers to analyze internal structures and identify defects in various materials. Complementing this hardware is the Voyager software platform, which facilitates cloud-based, AI-powered analysis, enabling automated inspections and collaborative efforts among teams. Additionally, Lumafield's Triton system is designed for high-speed scanning, catering to the needs of high-volume manufacturing environments. The company serves diverse industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and medical devices, aiming to enhance product quality and reliability throughout the product development process.

Afresh

Series B in 2022
Afresh Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in AI-driven supply chain software for fresh food. Its platform, Afresh, uses machine learning to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels, enabling grocers to minimize waste, maximize freshness, and enhance profitability. The solution caters to various aspects of fresh food management, including warehouse inventory, procurement, markdowns, and pricing, while also facilitating omnichannel enablement and chainwide inventory visibility.

X1

Series B in 2022
X1 is a financial services company that offers an innovative credit card designed to enhance the shopping experience. The X1 Card is crafted from stainless steel and features advanced technology that allows for smart credit limits and an attractive rewards program. Cardholders can earn points for every purchase, which can be redeemed for various benefits. The card is backed by Visa Signature, giving users access to over 46 million merchants globally. Co-founded by former Twitter employees Deepak Rao and Siddharth Batra, X1 has attracted notable investors, including PayPal co-founder Max Levchin and others with significant experience in technology and finance. Through its unique offerings, X1 aims to transform traditional credit card usage and improve the way consumers shop and spend.

Noyo

Series B in 2022
Noyo is a company focused on modernizing the insurance industry through API-based data exchange. Established by experts in benefits, insurance, and technology, Noyo aims to enhance the infrastructure of the benefits sector by providing seamless digital connectivity. Its platform enables the secure exchange of critical benefits data among insurers, brokers, and consumers, facilitating real-time access to information essential for benefit design and delivery. By offering a suite of developer-friendly application programming interfaces, Noyo allows brokers and insurers to effortlessly connect with various platforms, streamlining the enrollment process and improving overall efficiency in the benefits landscape.

Nomad

Series B in 2022
Nomad is a fintech company that provides financial services such as a bank account and an investment platform. It develops an application where users can open an account and can use it to travel, buy, save money, and invest in the USA. It also offers remittances and a debit card.

Verana Networks

Series B in 2022
Verana Networks, Inc., founded in 2019 and located in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializes in developing innovative 5G Radio Access Network solutions for service providers utilizing licensed millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum. The company focuses on this spectrum due to its potential for significant expansion in speed and capacity, essential for the successful deployment of 5G technology. Verana's equipment aims to provide gigabit wireless connectivity, enabling mobile network operators to offer enhanced 5G services such as fixed wireless access. By delivering faster speeds and increased capacity, the company supports the creation of new applications that drive incremental revenue, which is crucial for sustaining the business case for 5G.

Zeller

Series B in 2022
Zeller is a Melbourne-based company that offers integrated payments and financial services solutions tailored for Australian businesses. Established in 2020, Zeller aims to simplify financial management by providing a single platform where business owners can accept payments, manage their finances, and make fast payments to recipients. The company addresses the challenges faced by many Australian businesses, which often struggle with fragmented financial services and opaque pricing. By consolidating various financial tools into one connected ecosystem, Zeller enhances cash flow and reduces the time needed for businesses to navigate multiple providers and complex onboarding processes. Its user-friendly platform features a straightforward online sign-up process without the need for long-term contracts, making it accessible for a wide range of businesses.

Tenderly

Series B in 2022
Tenderly is a development platform that facilitates the creation, testing, monitoring, and operation of smart contracts, particularly for Web3 developers working on the Ethereum blockchain. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools for real-time monitoring, alerting, debugging, and simulating smart contracts, enabling teams to effectively manage and evaluate the contracts that underpin decentralized applications. By integrating engineering techniques with emerging technologies, Tenderly aims to support the development of innovative blockchain products and provide essential infrastructure for the growing decentralized ecosystem.

Wildtype

Series B in 2022
Wildtype is an agtech company based in San Francisco that focuses on creating clean and sustainable seafood through cellular agriculture technologies. The company aims to produce sushi-grade salmon that offers the same nutritional benefits as wild-caught fish while eliminating common contaminants such as mercury, microplastics, antibiotics, and pesticides. By developing alternative sources of seafood, Wildtype seeks to address critical global challenges, including climate change, food security, and health, while also protecting wild species and ocean ecosystems. The company's innovative approach provides consumers with a healthier option for seafood, contributing to a more sustainable food system.

Cosuno

Series B in 2022
Cosuno is a developer of construction management software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of construction projects. The company focuses on simplifying the tendering process, facilitating the selection of subcontractors, and managing all phases from project creation to final offers. By addressing high process costs and a lack of transparency in subcontractor procurement, Cosuno seeks to connect various stakeholders in the construction industry, including general contractors, property developers, and architects. Its commitment to innovative methods and digital processes drives ongoing improvements, enabling clients to receive quotations easily and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Boosted.ai

Series B in 2022
Boosted.ai is an artificial intelligence company focused on improving portfolio management for the global financial industry through advanced machine learning techniques. Its web-based platform, Boosted Insights, allows portfolio managers to leverage sophisticated quantitative investing strategies without necessitating coding or data science expertise. By providing tools that automate and simplify the investment decision-making process, Boosted.ai enables financial professionals to conduct deep analyses of market data, thereby enhancing their ability to make informed investment choices. The company's innovative approach aims to increase returns for portfolio managers and financial firms, making advanced investment strategies accessible to a wider audience.

Taptap Send

Series B in 2021
Taptap Send is a mobile application that facilitates instant money transfers for immigrants sending funds back to Africa at low costs. Launched in the summer of 2018, the platform has successfully processed hundreds of millions of dollars and serves hundreds of thousands of customers. It operates in seven European countries and enables payments to various countries, including Ivory Coast, Senegal, Mali, Ghana, Guinea, Cameroon, Bangladesh, Kenya, Madagascar, Zambia, Vietnam, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with plans for further expansion. Taptap Send simplifies the remittance process by allowing users to transfer money directly to mobile money wallets using just a debit card, eliminating the need for physical deposits and saving time for its clients.

Full Harvest

Series B in 2021
Full Harvest Technologies, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates a B2B platform designed to connect large farms with food businesses to market surplus and imperfect produce. Established in 2016, 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 aesthetic standards. By creating a marketplace for this edible but often overlooked produce, Full Harvest enables growers to generate additional revenue while helping food companies reduce costs. The company's innovative online distribution platform uses proprietary technology and a novel supply chain model to facilitate the sale of excess produce, thereby improving sustainability in the food industry and minimizing waste.

Droplette

Series B in 2021
Droplette Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in the development of a needle-free skincare device that utilizes a patent-pending transdermal delivery system. This innovative technology allows for the delivery of drugs up to 60% larger than traditional treatments, penetrating deeply into the skin over large surface areas. The device is designed to be painless, contact-free, and portable, generating no disposables. Initially aimed at delivering antibiotics for serious skin conditions such as ulcers and infections, Droplette also envisions future applications for localized delivery of chemotherapeutics for skin cancer and anti-aging treatments. By enabling effective skincare without harmful chemicals, Droplette aims to transform skin health through scientific advancement.

Medallion

Series B in 2021
Medallion is a company that offers a network management platform tailored for the healthcare industry, focusing on simplifying the complex processes of licensing, credentialing, and payer enrollment. Founded in 2020 by Derek Lo and based in San Francisco, California, Medallion's all-in-one platform addresses the logistical challenges that healthcare providers and telemedicine companies face, enabling them to minimize time spent on administrative tasks. Key features of the platform include facilities for new licensing and renewals, primary source verification, continuing medical education tracking, and document management. By streamlining these processes, Medallion allows healthcare professionals to concentrate more on patient care rather than paperwork.

Clyde

Series B in 2021
Clyde is a product lifecycle platform that supports businesses in enhancing profitability while delivering high-quality services to their clients. By connecting companies, insurers, and consumers, Clyde facilitates a streamlined approach to managing product offerings. This integration allows insurers to tap into emerging online and in-store sales opportunities, ultimately helping customers maximize the value of their purchases. Through its innovative platform, Clyde aims to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction across various industries.

Studs

Series B in 2021
Studs is a piercing studio established in 2019 by Anna Harman and Lisa Bubbers, based in New York, United States. The business caters to a conscious millennial and Gen-Z demographic, offering both online and offline retail experiences. Studs focuses on modernizing the traditional mall piercing experience by providing safe and healthy ear piercing services. The company prioritizes customer experience through its omnichannel operations, ensuring that clients receive high-quality service in a welcoming environment.

Sternum

Series B in 2021
Sternum Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in securing Internet of Things (IoT) devices through its comprehensive Sternum Suite. This multi-layer solution features embedded integrity verification to prevent real-time attacks on devices and offers real-time event monitoring for effective management of IoT security. By shifting the security paradigm, Sternum's technology protects against emerging threats, such as zero-day attacks, while minimizing the need for ongoing patch management. Additionally, it provides real-time analytics that assist engineering teams in monitoring device health, debugging, and performing root cause analysis. Working with prominent IoT manufacturers and backed by experienced investors, Sternum aims to enhance IoT security standards across various device fleets.

Alpaca

Series B in 2021
Alpaca is a developer-focused financial technology platform that provides a modern brokerage infrastructure for accessing financial markets. The company offers services that include stock and cryptocurrency investing, real-time market data, and comprehensive brokerage capabilities through user-friendly application programming interfaces (APIs). This enables developers to create trading applications and integrate investment functionalities into various products. Alpaca supports a diverse range of businesses and applications globally, catering to tens of thousands of developers who utilize its platform to enhance their financial offerings. The company has attracted significant funding from leading investors in the sector, positioning itself as a prominent player in the embedded finance landscape.

AllStripes

Series B in 2021
AllStripes is a healthcare technology company focused on accelerating the development of treatments for rare diseases. The company has created a platform that produces regulatory-ready evidence to support rare disease research and drug development. This platform operates as a two-sided network where patients with rare diseases and advocacy groups contribute valuable information, while life science companies utilize this data to identify new drug candidates. Additionally, AllStripes offers a patient application that allows individuals to engage in treatment research online and leverage their own medical data, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at advancing medical research for rare conditions.

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.

Lithic

Series B in 2021
Lithic is a developer of a card issuing platform that enables secure online transactions for consumers and businesses. The platform focuses on prioritizing privacy and safety, allowing users to create virtual payment cards that safeguard sensitive financial information. By offering a convenient alternative to traditional credit cards, Lithic facilitates controlled spending while ensuring that users can transact securely. The company's solutions are designed to enhance privacy and protect financial data during online transactions.

Dooly

Series B in 2021
Dooly Research Ltd. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software designed to enhance the efficiency of sales teams. Founded in 2015, Dooly's platform automates the customer relationship management process by collecting and sharing essential customer information from meetings and conversations. This software facilitates the organization and updating of workflow systems in real-time, allowing users to manage notes, tasks, and learnings more effectively. By bridging the gap between note-taking and information sharing, Dooly enables sales teams to minimize administrative burdens and concentrate on core business activities, ultimately optimizing their performance and productivity.

Ramp

Series B in 2021
Ramp Holdings, Inc. specializes in Software-as-a-Service solutions aimed at modernizing financial operations and enhancing content delivery. The company provides a comprehensive platform that includes tools for corporate card management, expense tracking, bill payments, and accounting integrations. By leveraging advanced technologies such as speech-to-text, natural language processing, and search engine optimization, Ramp allows organizations to maximize the value of their video content and drive increased engagement. Its offerings also include various video management solutions, notably for the SharePoint ecosystem, which facilitate seamless integration, live streaming, and efficient content delivery. Founded in 1948 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Ramp operates as a subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies Corporation. The company serves diverse industries, including media, finance, healthcare, and technology, with a focus on creating cost-effective and insightful financial tools for organizations.

Lightmatter

Series B in 2021
Lightmatter, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing AI hardware using integrated optical technology. The company's core product is a silicon chip that processes data using light signals instead of electrical signals, aiming to significantly accelerate AI computations. Lightmatter targets sectors such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and telecommunications, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing power consumption in critical operations like image recognition and natural language processing.

Descript

Series B in 2021
Descript, Inc. is a software company that specializes in audio and video editing and transcription solutions. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, Descript provides a collaborative platform that allows users to edit audio by manipulating text transcriptions, streamlining the content creation process. The software integrates speech recognition technology for efficient transcription of audio and video files, offering both automated and manual options. In addition to transcription, Descript features screen recording, remote recording, and tools for podcasting, overdubbing, and adding subtitles. These capabilities aim to simplify the editing workflow for creators, making it easier for them to produce content for platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and various podcast channels, as well as for business training and marketing purposes.

Reggora

Series B in 2021
Reggora, Inc. is an appraisal technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform for mortgage lenders and real estate appraisers. The software automates various manual processes, from order allocation to quality control, which helps reduce costs and increase efficiency. It offers tools for lenders that enhance customization and streamline tasks related to accounting and underwriting. For appraisers, Reggora provides management tools that facilitate the appraisal process and improve operational efficiency. This two-sided platform aims to deliver higher-quality appraisals and quicker turnaround times, allowing appraisers to manage more orders effectively. Reggora was founded in 2016 and was previously known as Sonder Partners, LLC before rebranding in May 2017.

Deel

Series B in 2020
Deel, Inc., also known as Lets Deel, Inc., is a payroll and compliance platform that simplifies the hiring and management of global remote contractors. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers an integrated platform that combines contracts, payments, and tax compliance into a single interface. This allows businesses to efficiently manage the complexities of hiring international employees while ensuring adherence to local regulations. Deel's services include automated payment processing, invoicing, customer support, and insurance products related to employment. The platform is designed to enhance the experience for both organizations and contractors, streamlining the onboarding process and facilitating seamless payroll operations worldwide.

Nylas

Series B in 2020
Nylas Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, develops a communications platform-as-a-service (CPaaS) that facilitates seamless connectivity between applications and email, calendar, and contact services. The company's flagship product, Nylas, enables businesses worldwide to automate manual tasks, create personalized experiences, and gain insights from communication data. It offers bi-directional sync with major providers like Gmail, Outlook.com, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, and IMAP, supporting embedded calendar features and recurring events. Nylas operates additional locations in New York and Denver.

Catalyst Software

Series B in 2020
Catalyst Software Corporation, now part of Totango, specializes in developing a customer success platform designed to enhance the customer experience and reduce churn for businesses. Its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform provides a range of tools, including analytics, insights, and workflow automation, which help organizations manage customer interactions effectively. Key features include product usage tracking, a task manager that consolidates various communications, and a review mode for logging customer interactions in Salesforce. The platform also offers comprehensive customer profiles, playbooks, campaigns, and account segmentation. By integrating with other SaaS services, Catalyst creates a unified dashboard that facilitates customer satisfaction measurement and business growth. Incorporated in 2016 and headquartered in New York, Catalyst aims to empower teams to identify and leverage opportunities for expansion and upselling, ultimately driving recurring revenue growth.

Feather

Series B in 2020
Feather is a furniture and home decor rental service that aims to provide affordable and sustainable solutions for urban dwellers. The company’s online platform allows customers to furnish their homes with high-quality items, including tables, chairs, sofas, dressers, beds, and television stands, without significant financial investment or time commitment. Feather offers a flexible membership model, enabling users to add, swap, buy, or return furniture as their needs and tastes evolve. The company prioritizes sustainability by promoting a circular approach that minimizes furniture waste, keeping items in use and out of landfills. Additionally, Feather provides free delivery and assembly within a week, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free experience for its customers.

Freight Farms

Series B in 2020
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing innovative crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Its flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled hydroponic farm capable of producing commercial-scale yields of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as different types of lettuce and hearty greens such as kale and cabbage. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Freight Farms aims to provide access to fresh and affordable food in regions where traditional farming is not feasible due to climate constraints. The company's technology promotes local food economies and sustainable food systems by enabling high-yield crop production regardless of environmental conditions. It serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, soil farmers, schools, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Capella Space

Series B in 2019
Capella Space is a commercial satellite imaging company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. It operates a constellation of small satellites equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, capable of providing high-resolution Earth observation imagery at 50 centimeters. This technology allows for continuous monitoring of the Earth's surface, regardless of weather conditions, including clouds, smoke, and darkness. Capella Space's services support various industries, including maritime domain awareness, agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, and disaster response. The company aims to enhance decision-making related to commerce, conservation, and security by delivering timely and flexible geospatial data. Its capabilities are particularly valuable for applications involving economic activity estimation, urban planning, and search and rescue operations.

Capitolis

Series B in 2019
Capitolis Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online software-as-a-service platform designed for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in London and Tel Aviv, Capitolis focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of capital markets. Its platform allows financial institutions to optimize their balance sheets and improve liquidity by facilitating the rapid sourcing of capital for trades from other institutions with substantial balance sheets. By connecting global banks with institutional investors, Capitolis enables access to diversified capital and investment opportunities, ultimately transforming the efficiency of market participants and supporting their growth objectives.

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, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a platform that automates document processing workflows and analyzes unstructured data. The platform integrates various capabilities, including optical character recognition, data classification and extraction, and natural language processing, allowing organizations across sectors such as insurance, finance, and healthcare to streamline operations and improve decision-making. Additionally, Instabase provides a developer kit that enables the creation of customized business applications, helping institutions embed artificial intelligence into their systems and processes. Through its innovative solutions, Instabase aims to address significant business challenges and facilitate transformational outcomes for its clients.

PreVeil

Series B in 2019
PreVeil, LLC is a Boston-based company that provides encrypted email and cloud storage solutions tailored for enterprises. Established in 2015, PreVeil offers a platform that facilitates secure communication among employees, contractors, vendors, and third parties. Its services include encrypted email, file sharing, and a secure drive, all utilizing end-to-end encryption to protect sensitive information from cyber threats. This approach ensures that data remains secure even in the event of server breaches, eliminating reliance on traditional password protection. PreVeil serves various industries, including aerospace and defense, financial services, biotech and pharmaceuticals, and professional services, addressing the growing need for robust data security in an era of increasing cybercrime.

Anduril Industries

Series B in 2019
Anduril Industries, Inc. is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges faced by the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., and Seattle, the company employs top technical talent to create innovative solutions. Its offerings include the Lattice Platform, which integrates artificial intelligence, computer vision, and machine learning to provide a cohesive operational picture; the Sentry Tower, which collects data across the electromagnetic spectrum; and the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of performing various missions autonomously. Additionally, Anduril develops the Anvil sUAS, designed for precise drone threat interception while providing visual feedback for human operators. Through its cutting-edge technology, Anduril aims to enhance defense capabilities and support frontline personnel in safeguarding national interests.

Cameo

Series B in 2019
Cameo is a marketplace that enables fans to book personalized video shoutouts from celebrities and other notable figures across various fields. The company's platform facilitates the booking and payment process for these customized videos, allowing users to create authentic fan experiences. Cameo partners with thousands of talent, offering a wide range of options for customers seeking unique and personal interactions. Additionally, Cameo provides tools for creating short films with professional-grade video effects, accessible to users of all skill levels.

Instawork

Series B in 2019
Instawork is a career marketplace focused on connecting hospitality professionals with businesses seeking to hire on-demand talent. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company transforms traditional recruiting practices for small businesses by providing an automated matching solution. Its platform allows qualified professionals and hourly workers to find job shifts that align with their schedules, thereby facilitating a more efficient hiring process. Instawork aims to create economic opportunities for local businesses and professionals on a global scale.

Tray.io

Series B in 2019
Tray.io, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing a cloud-based API integration platform designed for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in London, the company offers the Tray Platform, which empowers citizen automators within organizations to streamline complex processes and integrate their entire cloud stack. This platform connects to any software with an API, including both REST and SOAP-based APIs, and can process CSV files for applications with limited API support. Tray.io features a visual workflow builder that allows users to create automations without the need for coding, making it accessible for a broader range of users. In addition to its software offerings, the company provides guidance, training, support, and consulting services to help organizations maximize their automation efforts.

Owl Labs

Series B in 2019
Owl Labs Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative video conferencing technology, aimed at enhancing communication for hybrid and remote teams. Founded in 2014 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products, including the Meeting Owl and Meeting Owl Pro. These smart conference cameras feature 360° views and advanced audio capabilities, allowing them to automatically focus on the speaker during meetings. Owl Labs' products are compatible with popular video conferencing platforms such as Google Hangouts, Skype, and GoToMeeting. The company's mission is to create inclusive and engaging video experiences that facilitate dynamic discussions in modern organizations.

Overtime

Series B in 2019
Overtime is a sports network aimed at the next generation of sports fans, based in New York City. The company is known for producing original, digital-first content that spans platforms such as YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok, focusing on short-form, highly engaging media. Overtime operates several innovative sports leagues, including Overtime Elite in basketball, Overtime Select, OT7 in football, and OTX in boxing, designed to connect athletes with fans globally. The company’s business model leverages various revenue streams, including sponsorships, brand partnerships, e-commerce, licensing, and media rights. With a community of over 90 million fans and followers, Overtime is positioned as a significant player in the evolving landscape of sports entertainment.

Brud

Series B in 2019
Brud Inc. is a transmedia studio based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in developing digital and robotic characters for social media platforms. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Miquela Media, the company focuses on creating virtual influencers by leveraging advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Brud aims to craft engaging character-driven narratives that resonate with audiences, utilizing technology to enhance storytelling in media. The studio's innovative approach has positioned it at the forefront of the intersection between technology and entertainment.

Badi

Series B in 2019
Badi is an AI-driven online platform designed for room rentals, enabling users to publish, discover, and book rooms globally. The company leverages artificial intelligence to enhance the user experience by allowing individuals to identify and browse residential properties, while also facilitating the evaluation process through user-generated ratings and reviews. This technology empowers both buyers and sellers to find properties that meet their needs, promoting transparency and clarity in the real estate market. By focusing on user feedback, Badi aims to simplify the process of renting and purchasing residential spaces, making it more accessible for everyone involved.

Tourlane

Series B in 2018
Tourlane GmbH is an online travel consulting and booking platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2016. It specializes in facilitating the planning and booking of personalized, multi-day tours across more than 30 countries. The platform connects travelers with pre-selected travel specialists, offering a user-friendly experience that combines technology and expert advice. Tourlane's software provides real-time pricing, availability, and instant trip visualization, allowing users to customize their itineraries easily. By integrating various travel services such as flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, Tourlane streamlines the travel planning process, enabling clients to create unique adventures tailored to their preferences.

Capella Space

Series B in 2018
Capella Space is a commercial satellite imaging company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. It operates a constellation of small satellites equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology, capable of providing high-resolution Earth observation imagery at 50 centimeters. This technology allows for continuous monitoring of the Earth's surface, regardless of weather conditions, including clouds, smoke, and darkness. Capella Space's services support various industries, including maritime domain awareness, agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, and disaster response. The company aims to enhance decision-making related to commerce, conservation, and security by delivering timely and flexible geospatial data. Its capabilities are particularly valuable for applications involving economic activity estimation, urban planning, and search and rescue operations.

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.

Homelike

Series B in 2018
Homelike is an online real estate marketplace that specializes in offering furnished apartments for business travelers and corporate clients. The platform streamlines the entire process of searching, requesting, and booking accommodations, allowing users to complete transactions online, including payment and lease signing. By providing a secure and convenient channel for landlords to market their properties, Homelike enables corporate tenants to efficiently find temporary housing solutions, thereby saving them time and effort during relocations for work. The focus is on facilitating a seamless experience for both the renters and property owners in the competitive market of serviced apartment rentals.

Nylas

Series B in 2018
Nylas Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, develops a communications platform-as-a-service (CPaaS) that facilitates seamless connectivity between applications and email, calendar, and contact services. The company's flagship product, Nylas, enables businesses worldwide to automate manual tasks, create personalized experiences, and gain insights from communication data. It offers bi-directional sync with major providers like Gmail, Outlook.com, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, and IMAP, supporting embedded calendar features and recurring events. Nylas operates additional locations in New York and Denver.

LOLA

Series B in 2018
LOLA is a New York-based company that offers a subscription service for feminine care essentials, focusing on providing safe and comfortable products for women's reproductive health. Founded in 2014, LOLA aims to be a lifelong brand for women, delivering transparency and honesty in its offerings. The company specializes in organic cotton tampons, eco-friendly pads, and sexual wellness products made with natural ingredients, ensuring they are free of toxins and dyes. By partnering with gynecologists and health experts, LOLA also seeks to provide reliable resources and education on reproductive health, empowering women with both high-quality products and trustworthy information.

Alfred

Series B in 2018
Founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, Alfred is the largest and most advanced residential management platform. Since its inception, Alfred has focused on providing a resident-first experience. With an unparalleled knowledge of what residents want and technology that boosts income and efficiency for owners and operators, Alfred provides a single stop that elevates the rental ecosystem for all involved. Named by Fast Company as one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies, Alfred’s AOS technology drives lower operating costs and higher returns for property owners and operators. Through strategic partnerships with international real-estate owners and operators such as Hines, Related, RXR, Greystar, Invesco, Brookfield and J.P. Morgan, With RKW, Alfred’s portfolio now extends to more than 300,000 residents in 44 cities across the U.S. and Canada and has planned expansions in Europe, Israel and Asia.

CTRL-Labs

Series B in 2018
CTRL-Labs Corporation, founded in 2015 and based in New York City, specializes in developing non-invasive neural interface technology aimed at enhancing the interaction between humans and machines. The company's flagship product, the CTRL-kit, is a wireless wristband equipped with sensors that captures neural signals, allowing users to control digital devices through simple electronic pulses. This innovative platform is designed to support various applications in virtual reality, augmented reality, robotics, productivity, and clinical research. By providing developers with a software development kit (SDK) and application programming interface (API), CTRL-Labs enables the integration of neural control into their applications. The company's long-term vision focuses on fostering mass consumer adoption of neural interfaces, establishing a new standard for human-machine collaboration that transforms how users engage with technology.

Superpedestrian

Series B in 2018
Superpedestrian, Inc. is a robotics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of lightweight electric vehicles designed for eco-friendly transportation. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing the cycling experience through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Copenhagen Wheel, integrates an online platform that provides valuable data related to cycling safety and wellness. The Copenhagen Wheel is now in mass production and is sold through various retailers and online channels. The company's bikes are equipped with advanced vehicle intelligence that can detect potential malfunctions, assess issues, and implement appropriate responses to prevent damage and ensure rider safety, thereby promoting a comfortable cycling experience.

TravelPerk

Series B in 2018
TravelPerk is a comprehensive platform designed to streamline business travel management by consolidating booking, reporting, and support into a single solution. The platform offers a diverse selection of travel options, including flights, hotels, and car rentals, which allows users to book their travel easily while adhering to company policies. It features an automated system that integrates customer service, reporting tools, and expense management capabilities, enabling organizations to oversee their travel arrangements effectively. Additionally, TravelPerk's technology facilitates the enforcement of travel policies, cost control, and data analysis, ultimately simplifying the travel planning process for businesses and their employees.

Careship

Series B in 2018
Careship, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a platform that connects families with suitable caregivers for their elderly loved ones, enabling them to age at home with comfort and joy. The company combines technology and a human touch to deliver a high-quality user experience, ensuring convenience and peace of mind for families. Careship's platform employs a matchmaking algorithm to pair home-based caregivers with families in need, streamlines coordination among stakeholders, and provides guidance on insurance benefits, thereby facilitating reliable and personalized care for seniors.

Zum

Series B in 2018
Zum Services, Inc., established in 2014, specializes in safe and reliable transportation services for children and youth in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. The company offers scheduled or on-demand rides, as well as care services like nannies, for school drops and pickups, sports activities, and other needs. Zum's services include single family or carpool rides, one-off rides, babysitting, and stay and watch services, all facilitated through a network of vetted drivers and advanced scheduling technology.

Niantic

Series B in 2017
Niantic is a developer of augmented reality games that promote outdoor activity and social interaction. The company creates products that encourage movement and exploration, fostering face-to-face engagement among users. Niantic is best known for its popular games, including Ingress and Pokémon GO, which utilize its augmented reality platform to enhance mobile gaming experiences. This platform integrates features such as shared state, communication, security, and mapping, allowing users to interact within virtual environments that are seamlessly connected to the real world. Through its innovative approach, Niantic aims to enrich gaming by blending digital experiences with physical exploration.

Panorama Education

Series B in 2017
Panorama Education, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on K-12 education. Founded in 2012, the company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables school districts, charter networks, and state governments to conduct comprehensive surveys of students, parents, teachers, and staff. Through its research-based surveys, Panorama collects valuable feedback on various aspects of the educational environment, including teacher performance and school climate. The platform generates detailed reports that allow educators and administrators to analyze results across different demographics. Additionally, Panorama offers implementation consultation, technical assistance, and training to enhance the effectiveness of its services. By leveraging stakeholder feedback, the company aims to support professional development and improve student outcomes in schools.

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.

Verse

Series B in 2017
Verse is a payments technology platform based in Barcelona, Spain, that simplifies the process of storing, spending, and sharing money. Its mobile application allows users to easily and instantly share payments without hidden fees, offering the option to keep transactions private or public. The platform enables users to pay and request money from friends using their phone contacts, facilitating global money transfers in less than two business days. Founded in 2016, Verse aims to enhance financial interactions by reducing friction in transactions. The application is available for both Android and iOS devices, catering to a wide user base.

SiFive

Series B in 2017
SiFive, Inc. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing chips, particularly focusing on RISC-V architecture. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in locations such as Oregon, Texas, India, Taiwan, and France, SiFive provides a range of products including multi-core application processors, embedded microcontrollers, and system-on-chip solutions tailored for various applications such as IoT and wearables. The company emphasizes the use of open-source technology to enable faster and more cost-effective hardware development. By offering software development kits, toolchains, and customized silicon products, SiFive aims to democratize access to advanced semiconductor solutions, accelerating innovation for businesses of all sizes.

Freight Farms

Venture Round in 2017
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing innovative crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Its flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled hydroponic farm capable of producing commercial-scale yields of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as different types of lettuce and hearty greens such as kale and cabbage. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Freight Farms aims to provide access to fresh and affordable food in regions where traditional farming is not feasible due to climate constraints. The company's technology promotes local food economies and sustainable food systems by enabling high-yield crop production regardless of environmental conditions. It serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, soil farmers, schools, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Sonder Holdings

Series B in 2017
Sonder Canada Inc. specializes in leasing hotel-style apartments to travelers, offering a range of accommodations from rooms to suites and apartments. Founded as Flatbook Corp. and rebranded in 2016, Sonder has expanded its presence across more than 30 cities in eight countries on three continents. The company focuses on delivering a seamless hospitality experience through thoughtfully designed spaces and a tech-powered service model. Its innovative app facilitates self-service features and provides 24/7 support for guests, enhancing convenience and accessibility. Sonder generates revenue by offering both short-term and month-to-month accommodations, with all units carefully selected, designed, and managed by the company.

SourcePoint

Series B in 2017
SourcePoint Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a content compensation platform aimed at assisting publishers in monetizing their digital content while ensuring consumer privacy. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Seattle and London, SourcePoint addresses the challenges of quantifying monetization through its platform, which enhances options for consumers to support their favorite content. The company provides enterprise-grade privacy automation to help publishers and advertisers navigate complex compliance issues related to data usage. By facilitating privacy law-compliant consent from consumers, SourcePoint enables digital publishers to effectively engage with users who employ ad blockers, explore various compensation methods, and ultimately generate revenue. With a robust presence supporting over 30 billion consumer interactions monthly, SourcePoint is recognized as a trusted partner for influential brands seeking practical solutions for privacy and monetization challenges.

Splash

Series B in 2016
Splash offers an online marketing automation platform designed to assist event marketers and field marketing teams in creating and executing virtual, in-person, and hybrid events. The platform enables users to build custom event websites, craft online invitations, manage ticket sales, and integrate attendee engagement with broader marketing efforts. By providing these tools, Splash empowers organizations to enhance their event marketing programs, ensuring they are on-brand, measurable, and compliant, while delivering memorable experiences that engage attendees and drive business value.

Pendo

Series B in 2016
Pendo is a technology company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that provides a product experience platform designed to enhance user engagement with software products. The platform integrates analytics, user guidance, communication tools, and feedback mechanisms, allowing product teams to better understand user interactions and optimize trial conversions and onboarding processes. By leveraging actionable insights, Pendo enables businesses to make informed decisions about feature development and product adoption. Its client base includes notable organizations such as Verizon, Morgan Stanley, and Salesforce. Additionally, Pendo supports the global community of product and digital leaders through initiatives like Mind the Product and various sponsored events and podcasts.

Handshake

Series B in 2016
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.

North

Series B in 2016
North, formerly known as Thalmic Labs, is a technology company based in Kitchener, Canada, focused on developing innovative eyewear that integrates digital information into daily life. Founded in 2012, North employs over 400 professionals across four offices in North America, including engineers, designers, and futurists. The company's flagship product is a pair of smart glasses that provide heads-up access to digital notifications, allowing users to engage with their digital lives without the need to constantly check their phones. Features such as customizable replies, emojis, and snooze delays enhance the user experience by offering discreet and manageable access to information. North aims to create technologies that seamlessly blend with everyday activities, emphasizing the harmonious relationship between people and technology.

Pixie Technology

Series B in 2016
Pixie Technology, Inc. is a company based in Los Altos, California, that focuses on developing a technology platform designed to enhance location awareness in the Internet of Things. Founded in 2011, Pixie has created a location-aware sensor network that allows users to track, locate, and navigate everyday items with precision. By utilizing its unique technology, known as the Location of Things, Pixie enables consumers to organize and protect their belongings through a system that can pinpoint locations with high accuracy. The platform supports a Do-it-Yourself approach, inviting developers and manufacturers to create innovative location-based applications within an open ecosystem. Pixie's products are available for purchase online, making it accessible for users seeking to integrate location awareness into their daily lives.

Plaid

Series B in 2016
Plaid Inc. is a technology company that facilitates the connection between consumers' bank accounts and applications, aiming to democratize financial services through advanced technological solutions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, it provides a comprehensive suite of APIs that enable developers to create financial products connecting users with traditional financial institutions. Plaid's offerings include tools for accessing transaction history and balance data, authenticating bank accounts for payments, verifying identities, and confirming real-time account balances and income. These products support various applications in personal finances, consumer payments, lending, banking, and business finance. With a focus on enhancing both consumer experiences and developer capabilities, Plaid serves a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 50 companies, positioning itself as a vital infrastructure provider in the digital financial landscape.

Andela

Series B in 2016
Andela is a global technology company founded in 2014, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It specializes in recruiting, training, and connecting top-tier software developers from Africa and other emerging markets with global companies. Andela's platform streamlines the hiring process, enabling businesses to quickly and cost-effectively augment their teams with skilled talent. The company's unique model involves rigorous screening to select the top 1% of developers, providing them with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, and managing all aspects of borderless hiring, from compliance to payroll. This allows clients to engage with fully managed teams or select individual roles, up to 66% faster and at a 30-50% cost reduction compared to traditional methods. Andela's diverse talent pool spans over 135 countries and specializes in advanced technologies such as application development, artificial intelligence, cloud & DevOps, and data engineering. The company has earned the trust of prominent global brands, including GitHub, Mastercard Foundry, and Mindshare.

Talkspace

Series B in 2016
Talkspace is a behavioral healthcare company that provides online therapy services through its technology platform, connecting users with licensed therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists. The platform allows for confidential communication and unlimited messaging therapy, enabling individuals to seek help for various mental health conditions without the need for in-person appointments. This approach caters to those who may find it difficult to open up in traditional therapy settings or who face financial barriers to accessing care. Talkspace serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers, generating revenue primarily from payor and direct-to-enterprise clients. The company focuses on delivering quality mental health support, aiming to improve the well-being of its users globally.

Skillshare

Series B in 2016
Skillshare, Inc. is an online learning community that was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The platform offers a diverse array of classes in various fields such as illustration, design, photography, video, and business. It provides practitioners the opportunity to take online courses, watch instructional videos, engage in projects and workshops, and even teach their own classes. By facilitating a creative space for individuals to learn and improve their skills, Skillshare enables members to explore new interests and enhance their expertise in multiple domains, from culinary arts to technology and entrepreneurship.

Mark43

Series B in 2016
Mark43, Inc. specializes in developing innovative software solutions for law enforcement agencies. Its primary offerings include the Mark43 Records Management System (RMS), which facilitates data collection and management, and the Mark43 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, a cloud-based solution designed for emergency response. These platforms enable law enforcement officials to efficiently gather, manage, analyze, and share critical information, including criminal profiles and activity updates. By linking to federal, state, and local databases, Mark43's software enhances decision-making and resource allocation through advanced analytics tools that provide valuable insights into crime patterns and hotspots. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Mark43 aims to improve public safety and community well-being by leveraging cutting-edge technology in law enforcement.

Plume Design

Series B in 2016
Plume Design, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in adaptive home Wi-Fi solutions and the manufacture of Wi-Fi devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Plume provides a software-as-a-service platform designed for communications service providers. This platform facilitates the delivery of enhanced services for connected homes, including features such as optimal Wi-Fi performance, parental controls, and motion sensing capabilities. Plume's mobile application allows users to customize and manage their Wi-Fi networks, including controlling device access and managing passwords. The company's focus is on enhancing the smart home experience while supporting service providers with backend applications.

Orchard Platform

Series B in 2015
About Orchard Orchard Platform has built a centralized marketplace where loan originators and institutional investors can come together to explore and evaluate opportunities for funding, buying, and selling loans. By providing a global network of institutional buyers and sellers with high-quality data services, advanced analytics and reporting, and robust capital management tools through an innovative, end-to-end platform, Orchard has created a smarter way for participants in the private credit markets to interact, evaluate deals, and move forward with simple and complex transactions more efficiently. Orchard Platform does not provide legal advice, tax advice, or accounting advice. Before making any investment or executing any transaction, you should consult with your legal, tax, and accounting advisors with respect to the suitability, value, and risk of such investment or transaction. Investment advisory services are provided to clients by Orchard Platform Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser headquartered in New York, N.Y. Orchard produces the Orchard U.S. Consumer Marketplace Lending Index—the only industry-wide direct lending performance benchmark—and has been named one of the Next Billion Dollar Startups by Forbes. The commentary and insights posted on its blog, and the data and research available to everyone on its platform, have cemented Orchard as a thought leader in its industry. For more information, visit www.orchardplatform.com. About Orchard Platform Markets, LLC Orchard Platform Markets, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Orchard App Inc., and is an SEC-registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA and SIPC. The mission of Orchard Platform Markets, LLC is to provide a transparent, technologically optimized platform for loan originators and institutional investors to safely and securely connect, evaluate potential deals, and move forward with multiple types of transactions. For more information, visit www.orchardplatformmarkets.com.

Fundbox

Series B in 2015
Fundbox, established in 2013, is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Plano, Texas. It operates an AI-driven platform that provides credit and payment solutions to small businesses serving other businesses (SMB2B). Fundbox uses machine learning and deep data analytics to facilitate business payments, offer invoice financing, and provide lines of credit, helping SMEs manage their cash flow more efficiently.

Everything But The House

Series B in 2015
EBTH, Inc. operates as an online estate sales platform that connects buyers with a diverse range of unique items from luxury estates and consignors. Founded in 2008 and based in Blue Ash, Ohio, the company specializes in selling antiques, art, jewelry, furniture, and collectibles, all presented with professional photography and detailed descriptions to ensure authenticity. EBTH aims to provide a transparent and seamless experience for families and individuals looking to sell their collections, while offering consumers access to one-of-a-kind discoveries. The platform features a wide selection of products, including mid-century furniture, vintage bags, electronics, and homeware, and also caters to customers via a mobile application. With a commitment to exceeding client expectations, EBTH facilitates the sale of over 30,000 items each month, reflecting its mission to uncover valuable pieces from within households.

Carta

Series B in 2015
Carta, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, operates as a SEC-registered transfer agent for private companies. Its core business is an online platform that facilitates electronic management of equity for corporations, involving shareholders, employees, auditors, and legal counsel. The platform offers services such as cap table management, corporate governance, 409A valuations, compliance, and electronic stock issuance. It serves venture-backed small businesses, enterprises, and pre-IPO companies in the United States and internationally. Additionally, Carta aims to simplify private market investments and participation through its platform, fostering growth and transparency in the private capital sector.

Behalf

Series B in 2015
Behalf, Inc. is a financing provider headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel. Founded in 2011, the company facilitates commerce between B2B merchants and their business customers by offering automated payment solutions that include instant credit and flexible payment terms at the point of sale. Behalf integrates seamlessly into merchants' sales and invoicing processes, allowing for access to financing regardless of the invoice or transaction size. By paying merchants upfront, Behalf enhances sales and improves cash flow for both merchants and their business customers. The company focuses on providing short-term financing to small businesses, enabling them to efficiently manage payments to suppliers while increasing operational effectiveness through automation.

Superpedestrian

Series B in 2015
Superpedestrian, Inc. is a robotics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of lightweight electric vehicles designed for eco-friendly transportation. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing the cycling experience through innovative technology. Its flagship product, the Copenhagen Wheel, integrates an online platform that provides valuable data related to cycling safety and wellness. The Copenhagen Wheel is now in mass production and is sold through various retailers and online channels. The company's bikes are equipped with advanced vehicle intelligence that can detect potential malfunctions, assess issues, and implement appropriate responses to prevent damage and ensure rider safety, thereby promoting a comfortable cycling experience.

Affirm

Series B in 2015
Affirm, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides a closed-end installment loan product designed to facilitate consumer purchases at the point of sale. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Chicago, the company aims to offer a transparent alternative to traditional credit cards. Affirm allows consumers to select a payment plan that fits their budget at checkout, enabling them to make monthly payments without hidden fees or unexpected costs. The company partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and electronics, to provide shoppers with flexible payment options. Affirm's platform is designed to empower consumers by promoting accountability and accessibility in financial services.

Cybereason

Series B in 2015
Cybereason Inc. is a cybersecurity company that specializes in endpoint protection, offering a comprehensive platform for endpoint detection and response, next-generation antivirus, and anti-ransomware solutions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, Cybereason's platform is distinguished by its custom-built in-memory graph, an automated hunting engine that identifies behavioral patterns across endpoints and reveals malicious operations. The platform includes various products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats in real time, such as Deep Detect & Respond, Deep Prevent, Deep Investigate, and Deep Respond. Among its offerings is RansomFree, which protects against ransomware attacks. The company also provides managed monitoring services, surveillance, investigation, and training to bolster enterprise security against advanced cyber adversaries.

Freight Farms

Funding Round in 2014
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing innovative crop production units constructed from up-cycled shipping containers. Its flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled hydroponic farm capable of producing commercial-scale yields of various crops, including herbs like mint and basil, as well as different types of lettuce and hearty greens such as kale and cabbage. Founded in 2010 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Freight Farms aims to provide access to fresh and affordable food in regions where traditional farming is not feasible due to climate constraints. The company's technology promotes local food economies and sustainable food systems by enabling high-yield crop production regardless of environmental conditions. It serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, soil farmers, schools, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
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