Touchdown Ventures

Touchdown Ventures Inc. is a venture capital firm based in Haddonfield, New Jersey, with additional offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Founded in 2014, the firm specializes in partnering with corporations to establish and manage corporate venture capital platforms, focusing on early and growth-stage investments across various industries. Touchdown Ventures targets sectors including information technology, media, consumer, health, and industrial. Within information technology, it invests in AI-based solutions, enterprise software, security, and 5G services, among others. In the media sector, the firm focuses on video technologies and advertising tech, while in consumer, it supports natural food products and gardening solutions. The health sector investment includes technologies enhancing patient experience and personalized nutrition. Finally, in industrial, Touchdown Ventures invests in sustainable packaging and advanced manufacturing technologies. The firm actively seeks to take on roles as directors or observers on the boards of its portfolio companies.

Olga Belyanina

Associate

Greg Bergamesco

Director

Rahul Daryanani

Senior Associate

Mike Devlin

Principal

Laure Fischer

Senior Associate

Will Geiger

Principal

Brett Kadesh

Principal

Beth Kearns

Venture Partner

Brian Laegeler

Principal

Louie Luong

Investor

Douglas Munsey

Venture Investor (Healthcare)

Hope Scott

Senior Associate

Matthew Shackelford

Senior Associate

Jack Taylor

Principal

Deborah Zajac

Director

75 past transactions

AmpUp

Series A in 2024
AmpUp is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in electric vehicle charging solutions. It develops a reservable networking software that facilitates electric vehicle charging for drivers, hosts, and fleets. The company's platform establishes a peer-to-peer electric vehicle charging network, allowing businesses and property owners to manage multiple charging stations efficiently. By listing their chargers on AmpUp's network, users can earn revenue while contributing to electrification efforts. The software is designed to make the charging experience seamless and stress-free, catering to a diverse range of communities and enabling easy access to charging technology services.

Atropos Health

Series B in 2024
Atropos Health, founded in 2019 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing a digital prognostogram platform that transforms health data into usable real-world evidence. The Atropos Evidence Platform integrates electronic medical record (EMR) data to generate digital evidence tailored to individual patient outcomes. It serves a diverse clientele, including healthcare organizations, life science companies, and researchers, by enabling them to derive value from previously isolated EMR data. This cloud-based platform addresses evidence gaps from bench to bedside, enhances clinical outcomes through data-driven care, and accelerates research efforts in the medical field.

Trust & Will

Venture Round in 2024
Trust & Will is an online platform that simplifies estate planning by providing attorney-approved, legally valid documents tailored to individual state guidelines. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company has assisted hundreds of thousands of members in creating estate plans or settling the estates of their loved ones. The platform offers an easy, fast, and secure way to establish wills, trusts, and other legal documents, allowing clients to save on legal fees while ensuring their wishes are properly documented. Trust & Will employs bank-level encryption to protect customer data and adheres to high security standards, including SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance. The company is recognized as the official estate planning benefit provider for AARP members and collaborates with various leading financial institutions to promote its mission of helping families leave their legacies.

Valid8 Financial

Series A in 2023
Valid8 Financial, established in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in financial services investigations. The company's core offering is a SaaS platform that extracts and reconciles banking transactions from PDF statements, streamlining data preparation and enabling users to identify transfers between accounts and entities, simplify asset discovery, and detect potential fraudulent transfers. This platform empowers investors, auditors, and accountants to track, analyze, and manage third-party financial transactions, facilitating informed decision-making and independent financial assessments.

DetraPel

Series A in 2023
DetraPel, Inc. is a cleantech advanced materials company based in Framingham, Massachusetts, founded in 2013. The company specializes in the synthesis and manufacture of PFAS-Free protective coatings, offering a hydrophobic liquid repellent spray designed to protect various objects from spills, stains, and dirt. Utilizing advanced nanotechnology, DetraPel's spray provides a non-flammable, non-toxic, and non-corrosive solution that is also resistant to ultraviolet light, rust, and ice. This innovative product allows for the safe and effective cleaning of fabrics and shoes without compromising their texture or material integrity.

Mend

Series A in 2023
MEND is a life sciences company dedicated to improving health outcomes through targeted clinical nutrition and medical food interventions. The company focuses on researching and developing products that aid in healing from injuries, surgeries, and illness, as well as enhancing physical performance and addressing the challenges of aging. MEND's innovations have gained acceptance in various sectors, including hospitals, health systems, professional sports teams across major leagues, and elite military forces in the United States. The company's commitment to ongoing research and development positions it as a key player in the field of clinical nutritional products, aimed at enabling caregivers to support patients in achieving optimal health and recovery.

Steno

Series B in 2023
Steno Agency, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, specializes in providing comprehensive litigation support services to law firms. The company offers court reporting, legal videography, interpreter services, and remote deposition solutions, along with an online dashboard for case management. Steno also pioneers a non-recourse deferred payment process, DisbursePay, to enhance accessibility and flexibility for its clients.

Syntis Bio

Venture Round in 2023
Syntis Bio is a late-stage preclinical company focused on developing a new class of therapies. The company designs innovative formulations for oral treatments that target specific tissues, thereby enhancing bioavailability. This approach aims to enable more effective interventions for patients across a broader range of diseases.

Novome Biotechnologies

Series B in 2022
Novome Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the engineering of gut bacteria to create innovative therapies for chronic diseases. Established in 2015 and located in South San Francisco, California, Novome has developed a pioneering platform for the controlled colonization of the gut with genetically engineered microbial medicines (GEMMs). This platform allows for the precise delivery of therapeutic activities aimed at treating conditions such as hyperoxaluria, with a focus on creating a bacterial strain that can degrade oxalate to help prevent kidney stone formation. The company is also expanding its synthetic biology capabilities to explore additional therapeutic indications, aiming to improve long-term health outcomes for patients through its living therapeutics.

Paladin Cloud

Seed Round in 2022
Paladin Cloud is an open source platform focused on enhancing cloud security for developers and security teams. The company's Security-as-Code platform provides a comprehensive suite of best practice cloud security and governance policies, all accessible through a modern user interface. Utilizing a plugin-based architecture, Paladin Cloud enables seamless integration with diverse data sources, including code repositories, threat intelligence systems, API gateways, and Kubernetes. This functionality allows developers to effectively detect and mitigate threats within cloud environments, ensuring the security of their applications and data.

4CRisk.ai

Series A in 2022
4CRisk.ai is a company that specializes in providing advanced AI solutions aimed at helping organizations navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance and risk management. Its AI-powered Data Intelligence Platform is designed to reduce compliance costs and minimize the risk of non-compliance by automating regulatory research and impact assessments. This platform emulates human intelligence at scale, addressing weaknesses in compliance documentation and internal controls. By leveraging these technologies, 4CRisk.ai enables businesses to enhance decision-making processes and better manage the evolving landscape of regulatory obligations and external risks, ultimately protecting their brand and supporting revenue growth.

Mint House

Series B in 2022
Mint House is a start-up hospitality company that aims to transform the traditional hotel experience by providing tech-enabled lodging alternatives tailored for modern business travelers. Founded in January 2017 and headquartered in New York, Mint House offers spacious, apartment-style accommodations in prime urban locations, featuring full-service kitchens, pre-arrival fridge stocking, and keyless entry. This blend of high-end hotel amenities with the comforts of home allows guests to enjoy a unique and convenient stay. With a focus on growth, Mint House is rapidly expanding across the United States, continuously opening new locations to meet the demands of its clientele. The company is supported by experienced hospitality executives, enhancing its strategic direction and operational expertise.

Athennian

Series B in 2022
Athennian is a developer of legal entity management software that streamlines and automates the management of contracts and corporate entities. The company's platform integrates essential services, including digital signatures and approval workflows, into a single solution, eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions or cumbersome software. Athennian's software facilitates document collaboration and efficient workflow management, allowing for a smooth transition from legacy databases. By enabling clients to collaborate with various legal teams, the company supports the scaling of corporate services, making entity management more efficient and accessible for businesses.

Plotlogic

Series A in 2022
Plotlogic Pty Ltd is an Australian technology company specializing in ore characterization systems for the mining sector. Based in Brisbane and established in 2005, it employs advanced hyperspectral imaging and AI-driven platforms to enable mine operators to accurately identify the location and material properties of every rock in the mine. Its key products include OreSense LV, which assesses deviations from geological models; OreBlocks, an API for optimizing the planning process; and OreCheck, which delivers real-time alerts to fluctuations in ore quality. The company aims to enhance yield in critical mineral extraction while promoting sustainable mining practices by improving ore recovery, minimizing dilution, and reducing carbon emissions. Plotlogic also offers tailored on-site and off-site support services to ensure effective use of its technologies across various commodities, including coal, iron ore, and gold.

Grata

Series A in 2022
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

kindlife

Seed Round in 2021
kindlife is a contemporary beauty and wellness ecosystem that focuses on commerce, community, and brand engagement. It operates a platform dedicated to wellness, nutrition, and beauty, providing a diverse selection of both conventional and sustainable healthcare products. kindlife emphasizes eco-friendly and organic lifestyle products and cosmetics, allowing consumers to purchase items that align with their values without sacrificing quality. Through its offerings, the company aims to create a holistic shopping experience that supports a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

Aiwyn

Seed Round in 2021
Aiwyn is a developer of an AI-powered billing platform specifically designed for accounting firms to enhance their billing processes and cash flow management. The company's innovative tools automate various accounts receivable tasks, including the preparation of invoices, collections, and payment processing. By streamlining these time-consuming activities, Aiwyn enables accounting professionals to devote more attention to client service, ultimately improving operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Through its technology, Aiwyn aims to optimize the work-to-cash cycle for accounting firms, facilitating a faster and more effective financial workflow.

Cequence Security

Series B in 2021
Cequence Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity software company that specializes in automated application security solutions for organizations operating in highly connected environments. Founded in 2014 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Cequence Security offers an advanced Application Security Platform designed to protect web, mobile, and API application services crucial for business processes and customer interactions. The platform features a unified API protection solution that encompasses API discovery, compliance, and real-time detection and prevention of various threats, including advanced bot attacks, account takeovers, and fraud. By providing critical intelligence and integration with existing security tools, Cequence empowers security teams to effectively manage their security needs. The company's clientele includes Fortune and Global 500 organizations across diverse sectors, and its executive team comprises industry veterans with experience from leading cybersecurity firms.

PENSA

Series A in 2021
PENSA is a product design and invention firm that specializes in creating innovative product experiences for its clients. The company offers comprehensive design and development services, merging strategy, design, and engineering to support the invention and realization of new products. By focusing on inventive engineering and technology development, PENSA aims to transform concepts into tangible products, ensuring that each design not only meets aesthetic standards but also fulfills functional requirements.

Mapped

Seed Round in 2021
Mapped is an independent data infrastructure platform focused on the commercial real estate sector, utilizing artificial intelligence to streamline the management of data from various sources. The platform automates the processes of discovering, extracting, normalizing, and enriching data from building systems, sensors, devices, and vendor APIs, thus breaking down enterprise data silos. By offering a single, standardized API, Mapped simplifies the integration of real-time data from legacy systems and disparate devices within commercial and industrial environments. This capability enables building owners, operators, and service providers to access normalized live data easily, facilitating better decision-making and driving transformative business outcomes.

Grata

Seed Round in 2021
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Mint House

Seed Round in 2021
Mint House is a start-up hospitality company that aims to transform the traditional hotel experience by providing tech-enabled lodging alternatives tailored for modern business travelers. Founded in January 2017 and headquartered in New York, Mint House offers spacious, apartment-style accommodations in prime urban locations, featuring full-service kitchens, pre-arrival fridge stocking, and keyless entry. This blend of high-end hotel amenities with the comforts of home allows guests to enjoy a unique and convenient stay. With a focus on growth, Mint House is rapidly expanding across the United States, continuously opening new locations to meet the demands of its clientele. The company is supported by experienced hospitality executives, enhancing its strategic direction and operational expertise.

Athennian

Series A in 2021
Athennian is a developer of legal entity management software that streamlines and automates the management of contracts and corporate entities. The company's platform integrates essential services, including digital signatures and approval workflows, into a single solution, eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions or cumbersome software. Athennian's software facilitates document collaboration and efficient workflow management, allowing for a smooth transition from legacy databases. By enabling clients to collaborate with various legal teams, the company supports the scaling of corporate services, making entity management more efficient and accessible for businesses.

Jackpocket

Series C in 2020
Jackpocket, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2013 that operates a mobile application enabling users to buy official state lottery tickets conveniently. The app, available on iOS and Android devices, serves as a licensed third-party lottery courier, allowing players to order tickets for their preferred games, check results, participate in lottery pools to increase their chances of winning, and receive alerts for any winnings. The platform promotes a secure and responsible approach to lottery participation, having facilitated over $450 million in lottery prizes, including a record-breaking $9.4 million win in New Jersey. Jackpocket operates in numerous states, including Arizona, New York, and Texas, with plans to expand into more markets.

GrowSquares

Pre Seed Round in 2020
GrowSquares is a developer of modular gardening technology focused on enhancing the agricultural and ag-adjacent industries. The company creates B2B2C experiences that promote a lifestyle centered around homegrown goods. Its modular garden systems are designed to provide users with tailored functions, including efficient watering solutions, mobile applications for harvesting, and troubleshooting recommendations. This innovative approach enables individuals to successfully cultivate healthy gardens, thereby encouraging sustainable practices and fostering a connection to home gardening.

BOOM! Studios

Series C in 2020
BOOM! Entertainment, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based publishing company specializing in comic books and graphic novels targeted at diverse audiences. Established in 2005 by Ross Richie, the company operates through four distinct imprints: BOOM! Studios, BOOM! Box, KaBOOM!, and Archaia. Each imprint produces a variety of original and licensed works, including acclaimed titles such as Lumberjanes, The Woods, Giant Days, Klaus, Mouse Guard, and adaptations of popular franchises like WWE and Adventure Time. BOOM! is also known for its innovative partnerships that adapt original series into films and television shows, further expanding its storytelling reach. Through its diverse offerings, BOOM! Entertainment continues to contribute significantly to the comic book industry.

Steno

Series A in 2020
Steno Agency, Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, specializes in providing comprehensive litigation support services to law firms. The company offers court reporting, legal videography, interpreter services, and remote deposition solutions, along with an online dashboard for case management. Steno also pioneers a non-recourse deferred payment process, DisbursePay, to enhance accessibility and flexibility for its clients.

Kasa Living

Series B in 2020
Kasa Living, Inc. is a real estate company specializing in rental accommodation booking services through an online platform. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company partners with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties to transform underutilized real estate into professionally managed rental units. Kasa Living offers a variety of services, including hotel check-in and apartment bookings, catering to both business and leisure travelers. Its reach spans multiple states, including Virginia, Georgia, Texas, and California, among others. By focusing on affordable, home-like accommodations, Kasa Living aims to build a global brand in the hospitality sector while providing efficient booking solutions for tourists and families.

Dialpad

Series E in 2020
Dialpad, Inc. is a cloud-based communications platform that specializes in enterprise solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including voice, video, group messaging, SMS, MMS, conferencing, and sharing of screens and documents. Founded in 2002 and based in San Francisco, the company has transformed its offerings through AI-powered features such as real-time transcription, automated note-taking, live sentiment analysis, and voice analytics. Dialpad's products, which include Dialpad, Dialpad Sell, UberConference, and Dialpad Contact Center, are designed to enhance collaboration and communication for businesses, enabling employees to work securely from any location and device. The company serves notable clients such as Motorola Solutions, ClassPass, Warby Parker, and Vivint, and has strategic partnerships with industry leaders like SoftBank Corp. Dialpad was previously known as Switch Communications, Inc. before rebranding in 2016.

RoadRunner Recycling

Series C in 2020
RoadRunner Recycling, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in recycling and waste management services for businesses. Founded in 2014, it offers a range of services including cardboard and paper recycling, mixed recycling, waste management, compost services, dumpster rental, and one-time pickups. The company leverages technology to provide efficient solutions that help commercial waste generators reduce their recurring costs. By implementing innovative logistics strategies, RoadRunner Recycling significantly decreases fuel consumption and carbon emissions, while maximizing the value extracted from recyclable materials. This approach not only leads to substantial cost savings for businesses but also enhances their environmental performance.

Invoy

Series A in 2020
Invoy is a company focused on enhancing health and weight loss outcomes through the integration of science, data, and artificial intelligence. It develops a monitoring medical device that offers personalized nutrition and wellness services by generating real-time data on an individual's metabolism. This device not only provides tailored, predictive nutrition recommendations but also features affordable breath analyzers for medical applications. By addressing the unique body chemistry of each individual, Invoy aims to empower users to achieve their specific health and wellness objectives.

Siren Snacks

Debt Financing in 2020
Siren Snacks, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in producing plant-based protein bars and snacks. The company focuses on recreating popular foods and flavors using clean, natural ingredients, primarily a proprietary blend of protein derived from peas. This protein is highly bioavailable and easy to digest, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional dairy or egg-based proteins. Siren Snacks offers a range of indulgent, bite-sized snacks that are allergen-friendly and made without animal-derived ingredients. Committed to health-conscious consumers, the products are certified gluten-free and free from artificial ingredients, processed fillers, and genetically modified organisms. The company's founders, sisters Elizabeth and Abby Giannuzzi, aimed to address the lack of appealing, plant-based options in the protein snack market.

Atomwise

Series B in 2020
Atomwise, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in deep learning artificial intelligence technology for small molecule drug discovery. Based in San Francisco and founded in 2012, the company has developed AtomNet, a pioneering AI platform that facilitates virtual screening of molecules by predicting the binding of small molecules to proteins through a statistical analysis of experimental affinity measurements and protein structures. Atomwise is focused on addressing over 600 unique disease targets and has established collaborations with over 250 partners, including prominent pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms. By leveraging its advanced technology, Atomwise aims to revolutionize the drug discovery process and advance a pipeline of small-molecule drug candidates into preclinical studies. The company was previously known as Chematria, Inc. and rebranded to Atomwise, Inc. in 2015.

Team Whistle

Series D in 2020
Team Whistle, established in 2008 and headquartered in New York, is a global sports media and entertainment company. It creates, publishes, and distributes engaging content across various platforms, including sports entertainment networks, scripted and unscripted shows, podcasts, music, and merchandise. The company operates globally with offices in London and Los Angeles, serving brands, sports leagues, and media companies by helping them engage consumers across the content ecosystem.

Avigilon Alta

Series C in 2020
Avigilon Alta specializes in advanced security solutions, particularly in access control systems designed for modern workplaces. The company offers a seamless mobile access control solution that allows users to enter authorized areas by simply waving their smartphones, leveraging patented technology for high reliability and efficiency. Avigilon Alta provides a comprehensive cloud-based platform that includes features such as entry schedule management, multi-site oversight, and integration with third-party applications, ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience. Their innovative solutions also encompass emergency response capabilities, allowing for the remote locking or unlocking of doors and zones during critical situations. Serving a diverse range of industries, including commercial real estate, education, and retail, Avigilon Alta aims to enhance security while simplifying access management for enterprises.

VergeSense

Venture Round in 2020
VergeSense Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in workplace analytics through its AI-driven platform. Founded in 2017, the company develops deep learning sensors that capture real-time occupancy data, enabling businesses to optimize their office spaces according to employee needs and expectations. VergeSense offers both wireless and wired sensors, alongside a software platform that analyzes this data, providing insights into space utilization, event detection, and human movement flow. Its services support agile workplace design, portfolio optimization, smart cleaning, and enhanced employee experiences. By integrating its analytics into existing workplace software applications, VergeSense helps organizations reduce real estate costs, improve building operations, and foster environments that enhance productivity and employee retention.

Plantible

Seed Round in 2020
Plantible Foods, Inc. is a company that focuses on developing and producing sustainable plant-based protein. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida, the company extracts flavors from lemna and utilizes aquatic plants to create its products. Plantible operates a proprietary agricultural manufacturing platform designed to help food companies innovate while minimizing costs. Its plant-based protein is all-natural, organic, and free of major allergens, exhibiting functional characteristics similar to those of egg whites, whey protein, or casein. This allows clients to enhance the quality of their products while benefiting from a more sustainable and cost-effective protein source, ultimately contributing to the optimization of the food industry.

LawGeex

Series C in 2020
LawGeex is a contract review automation platform that aims to streamline the legal contract evaluation process for businesses. By employing advanced artificial intelligence, machine learning algorithms, and text analytics, LawGeex allows organizations to review and approve legal contracts with enhanced accuracy and efficiency. This technology enables legal teams to automate routine tasks, ultimately freeing them to concentrate on higher-value strategic issues. The company's innovative approach has garnered recognition from industry leaders and media outlets, and it is trusted by notable global firms, enhancing its reputation as a key player in the intersection of law and technology.

i2O Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
i2O Therapeutics, established in 2019 and headquartered in Saratoga, California, specializes in converting injectable biologic therapies into orally administrable pills using its proprietary ionic liquid technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance the permeability of epithelial barriers, enabling safe and effective oral delivery of peptides, proteins, and other traditionally injected drugs. The company focuses on developing next-generation oral therapies for metabolic and inflammatory diseases.

Agolo

Venture Round in 2020
Agolo, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform designed for real-time summarization of information. Founded in 2012, Agolo employs machine learning and natural language processing technologies to transform unstructured data into concise summaries, facilitating enhanced understanding and decision-making for its clients. The platform supports a variety of enterprise applications, including Generative AI, business intelligence dashboards, and search functionalities. By streamlining messy product data into an organized entity graph, Agolo enables companies to improve product quality, reduce support costs, and quickly identify emerging issues, thereby enhancing the overall customer experience.

LinkSquares

Series A in 2020
LinkSquares, Inc. is a software company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in AI-powered contract management and analytics, providing a platform that aids in contract discovery, reporting, and analysis for in-house legal and finance teams. The platform features capabilities such as full-text search, metadata extraction, automatic classification, custom reporting, and secure contract storage. By leveraging machine learning, LinkSquares enables organizations to streamline their contract management processes, significantly reducing the time and costs associated with manual contract handling. The company's tools are designed to assist clients in identifying key data and liabilities within contracts, supporting internal reviews, legal audits, and due diligence efforts.

Hudson MX

Corporate Round in 2020
Hudson MX, established in 2016 by JT Batson in Atlanta, Georgia, operates as a technology company specializing in advertising solutions. Based in New York City since its founding, the company empowers agencies and brands by offering a platform designed to streamline media buying processes, reduce operational costs, and facilitate strategic differentiation for clients across various media ecosystems.

Tubi

Series D in 2019
Tubi is a company that operates a free streaming television and movie network, offering on-demand video streaming services. It provides over 12,000 movies and television shows from nearly every major Hollywood studio, accessible completely free through an ad-supported model. Based in San Francisco, California, Tubi was incorporated in 2009 and is available in the US and Canada. Users can access Tubi through various devices and apps, including Samsung televisions, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Comcast’s X1, iOS, and Android. The service enables content producers and advertisers to distribute and monetize their content on connected TV platforms.

HqO

Series B in 2019
HqO, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service tenant engagement platform tailored for commercial real estate professionals. The platform enables landlords to foster community and enhance tenant experiences by providing a mobile application that connects tenants to building amenities and each other, as well as integrating with building systems. It allows tenants to access features such as building entry via smartphone, shuttle tracking, and food ordering. Additionally, HqO's offerings include analytics, mobile access, transit data, alerts, and smart building solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, asset managers, property managers, real estate brokers, and tenants. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, HqO also has offices in London and Paris. The company was previously known as VentureApp Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

Drone Racing League

Series C in 2019
Drone Racing League Inc., established in New York in 2015, specializes in staging professional drone races for top-tier pilots. The company hosts thrilling tournaments featuring first-person perspective drone racing, where elite pilots navigate custom-built drones through intricate, themed 3D courses. DRL generates revenue by selling tickets to these events and offering media services related to its high-octane competitions.

Text IQ

Series A in 2019
Text IQ, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that specializes in providing solutions for privacy, legal, and compliance challenges. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in San Francisco, Cork, and Vancouver, the company offers an Unstructured Data Platform that leverages advanced AI technologies, including unsupervised machine learning and deep learning. This platform assists organizations in identifying sensitive information hidden within unstructured data, enabling them to prevent potential legal and compliance disasters. Text IQ's software supports risk, audit, and compliance teams by detecting anomalous activities and documents, and it accelerates case strategy development by efficiently reviewing vast datasets. The company's innovative approach has garnered recognition and adoption among leading financial services, healthcare, and government organizations globally.

Bustle Digital Group

Venture Round in 2019
Bustle Digital Group is a media company based in New York, founded in 2013, that focuses on shaping culture through a diverse portfolio of digital and experiential brands. The company operates Bustle, a platform dedicated to providing news, entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion content tailored for young readers. Bustle aims to redefine women's interests by offering a wide array of topics that resonate with its audience, including news, celebrity culture, politics, and beauty. Through its engaging and accessible content, Bustle Digital Group ensures that readers can find everything they want to know in one place, keeping them informed and entertained.

Casetext

Venture Round in 2019
Casetext, Inc. is an automated legal research company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013 by a team of former litigators, data scientists, and artificial intelligence engineers. The company specializes in developing AI-based research tools for lawyers and legal firms, notably its CARA platform, which serves as an automated research assistant. This technology enhances legal research by analyzing uploaded documents and algorithmically querying a comprehensive legal database to identify relevant cases, significantly improving the efficiency and accuracy of legal research. Through its innovative approach, Casetext aims to provide legal professionals with faster access to pertinent legal authorities that they may otherwise overlook, thereby transforming the landscape of legal research.

Entangled Group

Series B in 2019
Entangled Group, established in 2015, is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in incubating, investing in, and consulting for early-stage education technology startups. It provides comprehensive support, including strategy consulting, access to expertise, non-profit management, sales acceleration, and revenue generation services to its portfolio companies. Entangled Group collaborates with top universities to beta test and adopt its products, expediting market entry and enhancing the likelihood of widespread adoption.

Taali

Seed Round in 2019
Taali Foods Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, specializes in producing and selling roasted snacks made from water lily seeds. The company, operating under the 'better for you' food philosophy, aims to provide guilt-free, delicious, and natural snacking options. Its flagship brand, Taali Taali, offers products with 20% fewer calories and 67% less fat per serving compared to leading popcorn brands, achieved through the use of non-GMO, whole, and natural ingredients.

Robin

Series B in 2019
Robin is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in workforce management solutions that enhance productivity and engagement in open office environments. The platform enables employees to efficiently secure the right spaces and resources for their projects while providing facilities leaders with valuable insights for optimizing workplace usage. Robin's technology facilitates activity-based working by allowing users to schedule meetings, desks, and other resources in offices worldwide. Additionally, the platform is designed to assist companies in safely reopening offices and managing flexible or hybrid work arrangements, offering features such as automatic removal of no-show meetings and comprehensive usage reports.

Circle Media

Series B in 2019
Circle Media Labs, Inc. is a leader in providing screen time management and parental control solutions for families. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with an office in Cypress, California, the company offers several products, including Circle Home Plus and Circle with NETGEAR, which allow parents to manage online access across various connected devices in their homes. These solutions enable families to set screen time limits, block inappropriate content, and create unique profiles for individual family members. The company's device connects wirelessly to home Wi-Fi, facilitating comprehensive control over device usage, and includes features such as content filtering, time restrictions, and internet pausing capabilities. Circle Media Labs has experienced growth, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, as it supports families navigating remote learning and increased screen time. In addition to its products, the company provides valuable resources for parents, including expert advice and community support, helping them manage their family's digital lives effectively.

Mojio

Series B in 2019
Mojio, Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, founded in 2012. It specializes in cloud-connected cellular and GPS devices that provide insights into vehicle performance and driver behavior. Mojio's platform enables users to connect with family and friends through personalized prompts and geo-location features, while also offering a virtual driving assistant that analyzes data from vehicles. The company provides smartphone applications and scalable, secure, hardware-agnostic solutions for connected mobility services. Mojio caters to both individual consumers and businesses, offering GPS fleet tracking and dashcam video solutions to enhance car ownership experiences and improve operational efficiencies. With a significant amount of driving data collected from over a million vehicles, Mojio leverages machine learning for actionable insights that unlock new revenue streams in the automotive industry.

Wiliot

Series B in 2019
Wiliot Ltd. is a semiconductor company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company specializes in developing wireless chipsets that enhance connectivity and intelligence for everyday products and packaging, effectively integrating them into the Internet of Things. Wiliot's innovative platform combines cloud services with self-powered IoT stickers, which harness radiofrequency energy to operate. This technology allows clients, including major brands in the food and pharmaceutical sectors, to gain insights into their products' locations, usage patterns, and replenishment needs. By transforming how products are made, distributed, sold, used, and recycled, Wiliot is at the forefront of redefining product connectivity and management.

Pindrop

Series D in 2018
Pindrop is a developer of advanced phone fraud detection and call center authentication technology, focused on enhancing security, identity, and trust in voice interactions. The company offers solutions that authenticate phone devices through call audio analysis, enabling the detection of fraudulent calls and the verification of legitimate callers. By leveraging a comprehensive risk database, Pindrop's technology helps enterprise call centers and businesses streamline communication, reduce call handling time, and improve customer experience while minimizing fraud losses. With a commitment to unlocking the value of voice interactions, Pindrop is positioned to support both enterprises and consumers in navigating a voice-driven future.

VeriSolutions

Series A in 2018
VeriSolutions, founded in 2015, is an early-stage technology company specializing in the Internet of Things (IoT) for the restaurant industry. The company has developed a comprehensive hardware-enabled software platform that includes a suite of restaurant operations software and a cold-chain management solution. This platform incorporates sensors to monitor food temperatures, helping restaurants prevent inventory loss and optimize staff efficiency. By providing operational oversight for daily activities and ensuring food safety, VeriSolutions aims to enhance the operational effectiveness of restaurants, addressing critical needs within the industry.

Deliv

Series C in 2018
Deliv, Inc. is a crowdsourced same-day delivery service that enhances the shopping experience for customers by allowing them to receive their online orders directly from retailers' websites to their doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Menlo Park, California, Deliv partners with nearly 100 national and regional omnichannel retailers, as well as major mall operators across the United States. By integrating a same-day delivery option into the existing checkout process, Deliv enables retailers to fulfill orders from local brick and mortar stores, effectively transforming these locations into local distribution centers. This approach provides faster and more cost-effective delivery solutions compared to traditional eCommerce competitors. Deliv's network of highly rated, crowdsourced drivers utilizes advanced technology, including smart routing and real-time tracking, to ensure efficient service. The company is actively expanding its geographic footprint and continues to enhance its logistics capabilities to meet the growing demand for immediate delivery services.

UCAN

Series D in 2018
UCAN is a company that specializes in energy, hydration, and protein products designed to provide sustained energy without the use of sugar or caffeine. Its offerings focus on delivering slow-releasing carbohydrates that help maintain stable blood sugar levels, avoiding the spikes and crashes associated with traditional energy sources. By using natural ingredients, UCAN's products are formulated to be gentle on the stomach while supporting health-conscious individuals in their pursuit of sustained physical and mental performance. The company aims to enable consumers to optimize their energy levels and burn fat more effectively, catering to those seeking a healthier alternative to conventional energy products.

The Outline

Venture Round in 2018
The Outline is a digital media publication founded in 2016 by Joshua Topolsky. The company is dedicated to delivering content that explores themes of power, culture, and the future, aiming to shift viewers' perspectives through modern and meaningful storytelling. Its focus is on providing in-depth coverage of various stories, current events, and news from around the world, allowing audiences to engage with diverse and thought-provoking narratives. By prioritizing a unique approach to content creation, The Outline seeks to enrich the reader's understanding of contemporary issues and cultural dynamics.

Oath Pizza

Series C in 2018
Oath Craft Pizza, founded in 2015 and based in Nantucket, Massachusetts, operates a chain of pizza restaurants that aims to reinvent the art of handcrafted pizzas. The company specializes in a unique style of crust that is grilled and flash-seared with 100% pure olive oil, resulting in a super crispy texture. Oath Craft Pizza emphasizes the use of premium ingredients and chef-inspired recipes, offering a menu that includes pizzas, salads, desserts, and beverages. Each pizza is designed to cook in just 90 seconds, allowing for a quick yet flavorful dining experience. Committed to enriching their community, Oath Craft Pizza balances the delivery of exceptional food with a focus on social responsibility.

Myndlift

Seed Round in 2018
Myndlift Ltd., established in 2014 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing remote neurofeedback technology for mental health care. The company combines neurotechnology, behavioral psychology, and human care to provide a convenient at-home solution for users to interact with experienced practitioners. Myndlift's technology measures brain wave activity through EEG metrics, offering gamified exercises based on evidence-based techniques. With tens of thousands of individual users and hundreds of mental health providers, the company has positioned itself as the leading solution in its field, particularly for individuals with ADHD seeking to improve concentration.

Atom Tickets

Series C in 2018
Atom Tickets, LLC is a technology company that has developed an Android and iOS application designed to simplify the movie-going experience. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California, Atom Tickets enables users to find and purchase movie tickets and concessions conveniently. The app features a range of functionalities, including access to movie reviews and trailers, as well as the ability to coordinate group ticket purchases and seating arrangements. Users can share movie listings with friends, gather opinions on what to see, and make separate payments for their tickets. Additionally, the app allows for pre-ordering of snacks, reducing wait times at concession stands. Atom Tickets aims to streamline the ticket-buying process while enhancing the overall social experience of attending films.

Vizbee

Venture Round in 2018
Vizbee Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in New York, specializes in integrating mobile and streaming devices within a household into a single, cohesive app experience. The company's core business involves transforming traditional mobile marketing channels into direct response paths for television viewers, thereby enhancing engagement and interaction with content across multiple devices. Vizbee offers Homegraph, an innovative service that automatically groups connected streaming devices to facilitate unified cross-device user acquisition and retention strategies.

Cargo

Seed Round in 2018
Cargo Systems, Inc. operates a mobile marketplace designed for selling products to passengers in transit, primarily through rideshare services. The company's platform, known as Cargo, enables passengers to order a diverse range of products, including snacks, electronics, and health and beauty items, delivered directly to them without the need for a dedicated app. Founded in 2016 by former employees of Birchbox, Cargo initially launched in New York and Boston and has since expanded its reach across 49 states. The company collaborates with rideshare drivers and brand partners to facilitate this unique in-car shopping experience, providing an opportunity for drivers to earn additional income while enhancing passenger convenience. Cargo is headquartered in New York, New York, and has received backing from various venture capital firms.

MycoTechnology

Series B in 2017
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that specializes in utilizing fungi-based food-processing platforms to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products. Incorporated in 2013, the company addresses challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries through innovative solutions. One of its key products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the flavor profile of various agricultural offerings. Additionally, MycoTechnology engages in the fermentation of agricultural products using gourmet fungi, producing items such as myceliated chocolate and enhanced coffee beans. The company also develops and licenses technology aimed at naturally improving the flavor characteristics of robusta and arabica coffee, thereby enabling food producers to incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen brand association.

Bright Greens

Seed Round in 2017
Bright Greens, Inc. is a company based in Rockville, Maryland, that specializes in the production of blender-free, plant-based frozen smoothies. Established in 2017, Bright Greens offers a variety of flavors, including blueberry, wintergreen, peaches, and pineapple. The company markets its innovative smoothie cubes, which can be easily mixed with water, allowing consumers to create nutritious green smoothies without the need for a blender. Through its focus on convenience and health, Bright Greens aims to provide accessible smoothie options that cater to the growing demand for plant-based dietary products.

Wrapify

Venture Round in 2017
Wrapify, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that operates a crowdsourced advertising platform connecting drivers with brands to facilitate on-vehicle advertising campaigns. Founded in 2015, Wrapify allows drivers to earn additional income by wrapping their vehicles in advertisements, transforming everyday commutes into mobile marketing opportunities. The platform combines the effectiveness of out-of-home advertising with the scalability and accountability of digital marketing, enabling brands to reach diverse audiences and measure campaign performance through real-time analytics. With over 200,000 drivers participating in the program, Wrapify supports a wide range of Fortune 500 companies in executing and managing their advertising initiatives across various screens and channels, enhancing brand awareness and consumer engagement.

Kuli Kuli

Series A in 2017
Kuli Kuli, Inc. is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in producing nutritional moringa products. Founded in 2011 by Anne Tsuei, Jordan Moncharmont, Lisa Curtis, and Valerie Popelka, Kuli Kuli offers a diverse range of products, including moringa bars, moringa powders, green energy shots, herbal teas, and sampler packs. The company markets its offerings through both retail stores and online platforms, aiming to provide consumers with healthy and sustainable options derived from the moringa plant.

Topix

Series B in 2016
Topix is a technology company specializing in entertainment and news media, serving over 18 million engaged users monthly. The platform offers a diverse range of high-quality content, including topics related to celebrities, pop culture, health, and current events, with users spending an average of 13 minutes per session. By aggregating news from 74,000 sources, Topix provides access to more than 450,000 user-generated forums, fostering discussions and community engagement. Additionally, the company collaborates with major media organizations to enhance their online presence through forums and RSS feeds. With a focus on creating viral and shareable content, Topix categorizes news by topic and geography, catering to a wide audience, including millennials.

Gauzy

Series B in 2016
Gauzy, established in 2009, is a global leader in light control glass technology. Headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with operations in the US and Germany, the company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing LCG® (light control glass) technology. Gauzy's innovative products, including SPD and PDLC films, enable glass to transition from transparent to varying degrees of opacity, offering custom shading, solar control, and transparent displays. Their solutions are used in diverse applications such as architecture, automotive, aviation, and consumer electronics, serving global brands like Crowne Plaza, Deloitte, and The Ritz Carlton. Gauzy's global presence includes dedicated production facilities, R&D centers, sales offices, and a network of certified partners, bringing its technology to over 40 countries.

Pragmatic

Venture Round in 2016
Pragmatic is a developer of ultra-low-cost flexible integrated circuits, known as FlexICs, which are thinner than human hair and can be seamlessly embedded in various objects. This innovative technology allows designers to create application-specific flexible devices efficiently and at a fraction of the cost and time compared to traditional silicon circuits. Pragmatic also offers standard FlexIC products that enhance established applications like RFID and NFC, facilitating the creation of smart objects that can interact with consumers and their environments. The company's manufacturing is powered by the FlexLogIC production system, which enables cost-effective, high-volume production with significantly lower capital investments compared to conventional silicon fabrication methods. Pragmatic's technology is being increasingly adopted by a diverse range of global companies in markets such as consumer goods, retail, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, gaming, and security. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, Pragmatic operates its first billion-unit production facility in Sedgefield.

Kin Community

Series D in 2016
Kin is a lifestyle entertainment company that develops, creates and distributes lifestyle entertainment in all forms and across all platforms for women in the “Builder” stage of their lives.

Practice

Series A in 2016
Practice is an innovative company that provides an applied microlearning solution to foster continuous learning within organizations. By utilizing a mobile-first video platform, Practice enables teams to frequently practice essential skills and receive timely feedback through peer-to-peer video assessments and coaching. This approach not only enhances competence and confidence among employees but also drives innovation and collaboration. Organizations such as Comcast, Domino’s, and the University of Pennsylvania utilize Practice's technology to improve the reinforcement and retention of training for new hires, accelerate productivity, and maximize the return on investment for learning and talent development initiatives. Through its patented methodology, Practice aims to create a scalable framework that supports ongoing skills development and promotes a culture of learning.

Interviewed

Seed Round in 2015
Interviewed is a company that specializes in developing an employee assessment tool aimed at improving the hiring process for employers. By utilizing job simulations, Interviewed provides candidates with a realistic "day-in-the-life" experience of the roles they are applying for. This innovative approach allows hiring managers to observe candidates in action as they demonstrate their skills in real-world scenarios, such as managing simulated customer interactions while using a customer relationship management system. The assessments evaluate critical competencies including speed, accuracy, communication abilities, technical skills, adaptability, multitasking, and emotional intelligence. By streamlining the evaluation process, Interviewed enables employers to select the most suitable candidates efficiently and fairly, enhancing the overall quality of hiring while reducing associated costs.

Rakuten Americas

Series B in 2015
Curbside makes it easy to find, buy and pickup products at nearby stores. The Curbside app searches realtime local inventory across retailers and uses location-based technologies to alert stores when a customer is arriving for a pickup. Curbside helps consumers quickly get what they need and helps retailers better serve their increasingly mobile centric customers.
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