Traverse Venture Partners

Traverse Venture Partners, established in 2015, is a U.S.-based investment firm specializing in real estate technology. With a background rooted in real estate-focused growth capital investing, Traverse invests in companies that offer proven solutions to enhance the economic or environmental performance of buildings and the real estate industry. The firm, led by a team with extensive experience in venture capital, real estate, clean energy, and entrepreneurship, provides both capital and strategic support to help portfolio companies overcome market barriers and accelerate technology adoption. Unlike traditional venture capital firms, Traverse does not solely chase high-growth "unicorns" but rather focuses on making risk-adjusted returns by supporting companies with practical, value-adding solutions.

Jeff Ross

Venture Partner

7 past transactions

K4Connect

Series B in 2020
K4Connect, Inc. is a technology company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, focused on developing software solutions for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Incorporated in 2013, K4Connect offers products designed to enhance independent living and promote community engagement. Its flagship product, K4Community, serves as a comprehensive platform for senior living communities, facilitating communication among residents, families, and operators while providing valuable insights for care and operational efficiency. Additionally, K4Life is a wellness solution aimed at supporting individuals in their daily lives. By integrating smart home and wellness technologies, K4Connect aims to create healthier living environments that empower users and improve their overall quality of life.

K4Connect

Series B in 2018
K4Connect, Inc. is a technology company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, focused on developing software solutions for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Incorporated in 2013, K4Connect offers products designed to enhance independent living and promote community engagement. Its flagship product, K4Community, serves as a comprehensive platform for senior living communities, facilitating communication among residents, families, and operators while providing valuable insights for care and operational efficiency. Additionally, K4Life is a wellness solution aimed at supporting individuals in their daily lives. By integrating smart home and wellness technologies, K4Connect aims to create healthier living environments that empower users and improve their overall quality of life.

Proterra

Series F in 2017
Proterra Inc. is a manufacturer of zero-emission electric buses, primarily focused on providing sustainable transportation solutions for public and commercial transit. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, with additional offices in Greenville, South Carolina, and City of Industry, California, Proterra designs its products, including 35-foot and 40-foot electric buses, to meet the diverse needs of urban and regional transit routes. The company's Catalyst platform is noted for its modularity, allowing it to adapt to various operational demands while delivering high energy efficiency. Proterra also offers a broad range of services, including vehicle electrification solutions, fleet planning, charging infrastructure, and comprehensive vehicle maintenance programs. By facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels, Proterra aims to enhance environmental quality and reduce operational costs for fleet operators, contributing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

K4Connect

Series A in 2016
K4Connect, Inc. is a technology company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, focused on developing software solutions for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Incorporated in 2013, K4Connect offers products designed to enhance independent living and promote community engagement. Its flagship product, K4Community, serves as a comprehensive platform for senior living communities, facilitating communication among residents, families, and operators while providing valuable insights for care and operational efficiency. Additionally, K4Life is a wellness solution aimed at supporting individuals in their daily lives. By integrating smart home and wellness technologies, K4Connect aims to create healthier living environments that empower users and improve their overall quality of life.

EnTouch Controls

Series C in 2016
EnTouch Controls, Inc. is a company based in Richardson, Texas, that specializes in designing and developing wireless building management systems for small and medium businesses (SMBs) across various industries, including retail, property management, restaurants, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Founded in 2008, EnTouch Controls provides software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions focused on energy management. Its EnTouch 360° service platform offers a comprehensive suite of features, including real-time dashboards, management analytics, and issue ticketing, all aimed at detecting HVAC maintenance issues and optimizing performance. This platform helps national chains, franchise owners, schools, and offices lower their energy costs while gaining enterprise visibility and control over their operations.

Mercatus

Series B in 2016
Mercatus, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an enterprise-grade investment and asset management platform tailored for the energy sector. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company focuses on automating various phases of the energy investment lifecycle, including origination, development, finance, and management. Mercatus provides solutions that address the complexities of private investment data, enabling clients to effectively manage portfolio monitoring, deal management, and valuation management. The platform also incorporates advanced features for scenario analysis and valuations at both asset and fund levels, offering a comprehensive approach to investment data challenges. In addition to its core platform, Mercatus offers PDF Parser technology for data extraction and a range of professional services to support energy producers. The company, originally known as SCS Renewables, Inc., rebranded to Mercatus, Inc. in May 2013.

Rentlytics

Series A in 2016
Rentlytics, Inc. is a business intelligence platform that specializes in providing real estate investors and managers with actionable insights regarding property and portfolio performance. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Rentlytics utilizes advanced data analytics to enhance decision-making in areas such as rents, occupancy, lease analysis, delinquency, financial history, and budget variance. The platform is designed to help users identify and predict trends, optimize portfolio performance, and improve overall returns in a complex market. Trusted by some of the largest real estate investment management firms globally, Rentlytics aims to transform real estate data into accessible information, equipping its clients with the necessary tools to make informed, sustainable decisions. Rentlytics operates as a subsidiary of RealPage, Inc. and maintains additional offices in Sacramento and Denver.
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