Tugboat Ventures

MATRIXX Software, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-native digital commerce solutions that enable businesses to transform their operations. The company's modern commerce platform is designed to support global marketplaces and consumption-based services, allowing users to create digital offerings such as voice, data, and new digital services. Its platform enables customers to engage in on-demand purchasing, manage both traditional and modern services, and implement flexible charging options, including prepay and post-pay systems. Serving communications companies, Internet of Things (IoT) providers, and digital service providers worldwide, MATRIXX Software offers a unified converged charging system that enhances operational agility and facilitates the efficient scaling of infrastructure. Founded in 2008, the company is headquartered in Saratoga, California, with additional offices in London, Dubai, and various locations across Asia and Australia.

Apiax AG, founded in 2017 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in developing digital tools for managing financial regulations. The company provides an embedded compliance solution that allows financial institutions, including banks and FinTech companies, to transform complex regulations into user-friendly digital compliance rules. This technology enables clients to integrate compliance seamlessly into their existing applications and processes, facilitating faster decision-making and addressing pressing regulatory questions. By leveraging a high-performance architecture and machine learning, Apiax helps organizations navigate regulatory challenges, seize business opportunities, and reduce compliance costs. The company's presence extends beyond Switzerland, with additional offices in Lisbon and London.

SavvyMoney is a company based in Pleasanton, California, founded in 2008. It provides an online service that allows individuals to check their credit scores, compare rates, and explore new financial products such as credit cards, personal loans, and car loans. SavvyMoney serves over 1,000 banks, credit unions, and fintech companies across the United States, offering real-time data and digital personalization tools that integrate with various digital banking platforms. The company's technology is supported by dedicated service, aiming to help financial institutions enhance their customer relationships and improve members' financial health through education and empowerment.

Ifeelgoods is a company that specializes in providing a digital promotions platform designed to help brands incentivize, convert, and reward their audiences. Through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform and API, Ifeelgoods offers a diverse catalog of digital gifts that brands can use to reward customers for various activities. The platform facilitates instant rewards and enhances customer engagement across multiple channels, including commerce, customer relationship management, social media, and loyalty programs. By focusing on personalized offers, Ifeelgoods aims to improve the overall customer experience and strengthen brand loyalty.

Applied Silver, Inc. is a company based in Hayward, California, founded in 2012, that develops and supplies laundry products designed to eliminate bacteria and viruses from linens. Its offerings are particularly focused on healthcare applications, but the company also serves the sports, hospitality, and home sectors. By utilizing silver treatments, Applied Silver's products inhibit the growth of odor and stain-causing bacteria, as well as mold and mildew on textiles. This approach aims to enhance environmental hygiene and infection prevention, providing clients with effective solutions for maintaining cleaner and safer linens.

CoverHound, Inc., operating as CoverHound Insurance Solutions, is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that provides a comparison shopping platform for car and property insurance. Founded in 2010, CoverHound connects consumers with national insurance carriers and local agents, allowing them to compare accurate rates and find policies that suit their individual needs. The platform is designed to offer transparent access to insurance options, providing smart recommendations and personalized quotes without spamming users. With a focus on user control and data privacy, CoverHound facilitates a seamless experience for customers seeking to shop for and purchase insurance.

Cuff, Inc. was a company that specialized in fashion wearables incorporating smart connectivity technology. Its flagship product, the CuffLinc, was designed to function as an alert system for users to signal designated contacts in case of emergencies by sending SOS notifications along with location and audio information through a mobile application compatible with both iOS and Android devices. The company offered a range of jewelry and accessories that allowed users to discreetly carry the CuffLinc within various designs. Despite initial interest and partnerships with retailers, Cuff faced significant financial challenges, culminating in a lawsuit from multiple vendors due to unpaid debts exceeding $1.2 million. These developments led to the company ceasing operations, leaving customers without support or fulfillment of outstanding orders. Consequently, while the devices may still function, they are no longer recommended for purchase or use due to the lack of customer service and potential safety concerns.

Kenna Security, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in vulnerability management and risk intelligence solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Kenna offers a platform that helps organizations prioritize vulnerabilities, assess risks, and automate their analysis. This platform leverages Cyber Risk Context Technology to measure and predict cyber risks, enabling security teams to focus on the most critical issues. Kenna serves a diverse range of sectors, including media, healthcare, telecommunications, financial services, and transportation, both in the United States and internationally. With a customer base that includes many Fortune 100 companies, Kenna's solutions facilitate cross-functional collaboration to proactively address cyber threats and enhance overall security efficacy.

Aria Systems provides a cloud-based monetization platform designed to assist subscription and usage-based businesses in effectively managing their revenue streams. The company offers an agile billing system that enables enterprises to capitalize on customer-driven events, referred to as revenue moments. By facilitating active customer engagement and the rapid development of new products and services, Aria's comprehensive platform allows global brands to enter the market more quickly and diversify their offerings. The platform also includes on-demand billing software, marketing intelligence tools, and customer lifecycle management services tailored for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies, game developers, and telecommunications providers. Through these capabilities, Aria Systems aims to support long-term business growth and enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value.

Aria Systems provides a cloud-based monetization platform designed to assist subscription and usage-based businesses in effectively managing their revenue streams. The company offers an agile billing system that enables enterprises to capitalize on customer-driven events, referred to as revenue moments. By facilitating active customer engagement and the rapid development of new products and services, Aria's comprehensive platform allows global brands to enter the market more quickly and diversify their offerings. The platform also includes on-demand billing software, marketing intelligence tools, and customer lifecycle management services tailored for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies, game developers, and telecommunications providers. Through these capabilities, Aria Systems aims to support long-term business growth and enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value.

Alminder, Inc. makes Mynd Calendar, an intelligent mobile calendar app for iPhone that acts like a virtual assistant, making your life easier at home and work and saving you time. It learns where you spend your time and who you meet along the way, becoming increasingly helpful the more you use it. It syncs with all of your existing calendars and can be used instead of your Apple calendar on your iPhone. Unlike other so-called 'smart calendars,' Mynd Calendar's sophisticated algorithms identify the places you're going within the content of your calendar events and accurately predict (even in advance) how much buffer time you need to schedule between meetings given the typical traffic at that time of day. As you get closer to your appointments, Mynd Calendar tells you when to leave, based on current traffic conditions and launches your favorite navigation app to get you to your appointment on time. Mynd Calendar also: -Notifies you when you're running late and lets you easily email, call or text the people who need to know from within the calendar. -Automatically identifies conference call numbers and facilitates easy, one-click dial-in. -Discovers the people listed in your calendar events and looks up their LinkedIn profiles and information from your address book, so you know who you’re meeting with and can get in touch with them directly from your calendar. -Pulls in your relevant Evernote notes so that you're always prepared for your next meeting. -RSVP to meeting invites. -Tells you the weather at both where you are and where you're going.

Koozoo, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the sharing of live video feeds from public places through a network of crowd-sourced smartphone cameras. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, California, Koozoo aims to make live views of the world's public spaces easily accessible to users. The company is privately funded by investors, including New Enterprise Associates and Tugboat Ventures, and focuses on enhancing the visibility of locations that people care about by providing real-time video access.

Peloton is an innovative company in the fitness industry, established in 2012 and headquartered in New York. It operates an interactive fitness platform, offering a unique blend of high-quality hardware, engaging software, and diverse content. Peloton's primary offerings include connected fitness products, such as stationary bikes and treadmills, along with related accessories. The company generates significant revenue from its subscription services, which provide access to live and on-demand fitness classes led by elite instructors. These classes are enhanced by performance tracking metrics and a real-time leaderboard, fostering a socially connected and motivating workout environment. Peloton sells its products online and through a growing number of showrooms across the United States, primarily catering to a North American audience while also expanding into international markets.

Hapara, Inc. is a K12 software company that specializes in instructional management tools designed for educators and learners. Founded in 2007 and based in Redwood City, California, Hapara provides solutions that enhance digital learning experiences through its products tailored for Google Workspace and Google Classroom. Its offerings include tools that allow teachers to monitor student progress, support collaborative assignments, and differentiate instruction effectively. The Student Dashboard empowers students by giving them a comprehensive view of their learning programs, along with direct access to necessary resources and assignments. Additionally, Hapara Analytics enables educational leaders to evaluate the effectiveness of their digital learning strategies through insightful data visualizations. The company serves over 1.6 million paying users across more than 44 countries.

Kenna Security, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in vulnerability management and risk intelligence solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Kenna offers a platform that helps organizations prioritize vulnerabilities, assess risks, and automate their analysis. This platform leverages Cyber Risk Context Technology to measure and predict cyber risks, enabling security teams to focus on the most critical issues. Kenna serves a diverse range of sectors, including media, healthcare, telecommunications, financial services, and transportation, both in the United States and internationally. With a customer base that includes many Fortune 100 companies, Kenna's solutions facilitate cross-functional collaboration to proactively address cyber threats and enhance overall security efficacy.

RichRelevance, Inc. is a leading provider of omnichannel personalization solutions, enabling multinational companies to enhance customer experiences across various platforms, including web, mobile, and in-store environments. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive personalization platform known as Relevance Cloud, which includes tools such as RichRelevance Discover for personalized search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend for data-driven product suggestions. Additionally, RichRelevance provides API-based tools through RichRelevance Build and strategic decision-making support with RichRelevance Xen AI. The firm serves over 240 clients worldwide, driving significant sales and daily decision-making processes. It has a global presence with offices in major cities, including New York, Seattle, London, and Paris, and operates as a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd. RichRelevance's capabilities and services are designed to create differentiated customer experiences in an integrated retail landscape.

RichRelevance, Inc. is a leading provider of omnichannel personalization solutions, enabling multinational companies to enhance customer experiences across various platforms, including web, mobile, and in-store environments. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive personalization platform known as Relevance Cloud, which includes tools such as RichRelevance Discover for personalized search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend for data-driven product suggestions. Additionally, RichRelevance provides API-based tools through RichRelevance Build and strategic decision-making support with RichRelevance Xen AI. The firm serves over 240 clients worldwide, driving significant sales and daily decision-making processes. It has a global presence with offices in major cities, including New York, Seattle, London, and Paris, and operates as a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd. RichRelevance's capabilities and services are designed to create differentiated customer experiences in an integrated retail landscape.

YouWeb is a venture capital firm founded in 2007, based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Burlingame, Mountain View, and New York. The firm specializes in incubating new companies, primarily in the consumer internet and mobile computing sectors. Under the leadership of founder Peter Relan, a seasoned entrepreneur and technology veteran, YouWeb collaborates with emerging technical talent to develop innovative products and business models. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $1 million in startups that have a minimum enterprise value of $100 million, focusing its efforts mainly in Silicon Valley. Through a year-long process, YouWeb’s entrepreneurs generate ideas, build technologies, and launch their own companies, contributing to the dynamic landscape of the tech industry.

In the summer of 2006, French technologist, Williams Paquier came to the United States to attend an Apple Worldwide Developer Conference. Leveraging their common French background, Williams strikes up a conversation with Bertrand Serlet, who at the time was SVP of Software at Apple. Convinced in the potential of the technology, Bertrand becomes the first committed investor/advisor and introduces Williams to his friend, Louis Monier, founder of Alta Vista and generally recognized as one of the fathers of Internet search. Five Apes is born.

Ifeelgoods is a company that specializes in providing a digital promotions platform designed to help brands incentivize, convert, and reward their audiences. Through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform and API, Ifeelgoods offers a diverse catalog of digital gifts that brands can use to reward customers for various activities. The platform facilitates instant rewards and enhances customer engagement across multiple channels, including commerce, customer relationship management, social media, and loyalty programs. By focusing on personalized offers, Ifeelgoods aims to improve the overall customer experience and strengthen brand loyalty.

Kenna Security, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in vulnerability management and risk intelligence solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Chicago, Kenna offers a platform that helps organizations prioritize vulnerabilities, assess risks, and automate their analysis. This platform leverages Cyber Risk Context Technology to measure and predict cyber risks, enabling security teams to focus on the most critical issues. Kenna serves a diverse range of sectors, including media, healthcare, telecommunications, financial services, and transportation, both in the United States and internationally. With a customer base that includes many Fortune 100 companies, Kenna's solutions facilitate cross-functional collaboration to proactively address cyber threats and enhance overall security efficacy.

Education Elements, Inc. is an educational consulting firm based in San Carlos, California, that collaborates with school districts to create and support effective learning environments tailored to the needs of all students. Founded in 2010, the company offers a range of services, including the design of blended learning models that consider school facilities, scheduling, and resources. Education Elements assists both new and existing schools in integrating technology and personalized learning strategies, ensuring that educators can better support students' individual learning styles and paces. Their solutions encompass a Hybrid Learning Management System, which facilitates online learning integration, and Touchpoint, a personalized learning platform that provides resources and timelines for districts. The firm works with various educational institutions, including public charter, district, and private schools, helping them enhance instructional practices and improve student outcomes across the country.

Sociogramics launched in 2011 on the premise that existing scores and methods for sorting and assigning consumer behaviors are obsolete in an era of Big Data. We are leveraging emerging data sets coupled with our team's machine learning expertise to fundamentally improve online identity, employment and income verification.

Aria Systems provides a cloud-based monetization platform designed to assist subscription and usage-based businesses in effectively managing their revenue streams. The company offers an agile billing system that enables enterprises to capitalize on customer-driven events, referred to as revenue moments. By facilitating active customer engagement and the rapid development of new products and services, Aria's comprehensive platform allows global brands to enter the market more quickly and diversify their offerings. The platform also includes on-demand billing software, marketing intelligence tools, and customer lifecycle management services tailored for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies, game developers, and telecommunications providers. Through these capabilities, Aria Systems aims to support long-term business growth and enhance customer satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value.

AtZip is all about going out -- meeting someone new and doing the things you love to do. Dog Park with your Jack Russell Terrier? Jazz festival this weekend? Just a coffee? Whether you're a local, just moved to a new town, or you're visiting a city and wondering whos up for going out -- AtZip will get you connected with someone cool and interesting.

Qwiki is a leading company in automated video production, specializing in transforming users' photos and videos into concise, visually appealing movies. The company offers an online platform that allows individuals to easily convert their camera roll content into shareable video memories. Recently, Qwiki introduced an iPhone app designed to streamline this process, making it accessible for users to create and share personalized videos with friends and family. Through its innovative technology, Qwiki enhances the way users capture and relive their experiences.

Mahoot creates shopping games. For our retail partners, we transform proven online games into interactive shopping experiences featuring their merchandise and promotions as branded games within social networks and on mobile platforms. Our games allows brands big and small to easily integrate their e-commerce product into an engaging and rewarding marketing campaign.

Ifeelgoods is a company that specializes in providing a digital promotions platform designed to help brands incentivize, convert, and reward their audiences. Through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform and API, Ifeelgoods offers a diverse catalog of digital gifts that brands can use to reward customers for various activities. The platform facilitates instant rewards and enhances customer engagement across multiple channels, including commerce, customer relationship management, social media, and loyalty programs. By focusing on personalized offers, Ifeelgoods aims to improve the overall customer experience and strengthen brand loyalty.

GoalSpring Financial, Inc. offers DebtGoal, an online application that enables users to organize, optimize, and pay their debt. It operates DebtGoals.Com, an online debt management service that takes into account customer's debt, such as credit cards, student loans, car loans, and mortgages, as well as enables them to organize, optimize, and pay-down their debt. GoalSpring Financial, Inc. was founded in 2008 and is based in San Francisco, California.

SavvyMoney is a company based in Pleasanton, California, founded in 2008. It provides an online service that allows individuals to check their credit scores, compare rates, and explore new financial products such as credit cards, personal loans, and car loans. SavvyMoney serves over 1,000 banks, credit unions, and fintech companies across the United States, offering real-time data and digital personalization tools that integrate with various digital banking platforms. The company's technology is supported by dedicated service, aiming to help financial institutions enhance their customer relationships and improve members' financial health through education and empowerment.

MATRIXX Software, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-native digital commerce solutions that enable businesses to transform their operations. The company's modern commerce platform is designed to support global marketplaces and consumption-based services, allowing users to create digital offerings such as voice, data, and new digital services. Its platform enables customers to engage in on-demand purchasing, manage both traditional and modern services, and implement flexible charging options, including prepay and post-pay systems. Serving communications companies, Internet of Things (IoT) providers, and digital service providers worldwide, MATRIXX Software offers a unified converged charging system that enhances operational agility and facilitates the efficient scaling of infrastructure. Founded in 2008, the company is headquartered in Saratoga, California, with additional offices in London, Dubai, and various locations across Asia and Australia.

RepairPal Inc. is an online platform that provides consumers with essential information for auto repair and maintenance. Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive database that includes repair cost estimates, articles, and resources related to vehicle ownership. RepairPal helps users find trusted auto repair shops through its "RepairPal Certified" program, which ensures that participating facilities meet rigorous standards for trained mechanics, quality parts, fair pricing, and customer satisfaction. With a network of over 3,800 certified repair shops across the United States, RepairPal partners with organizations such as CarMax, USAA, and Verizon to extend its services to a broader audience, enabling consumers to make informed decisions about their vehicle repairs.

RichRelevance, Inc. is a leading provider of omnichannel personalization solutions, enabling multinational companies to enhance customer experiences across various platforms, including web, mobile, and in-store environments. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive personalization platform known as Relevance Cloud, which includes tools such as RichRelevance Discover for personalized search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend for data-driven product suggestions. Additionally, RichRelevance provides API-based tools through RichRelevance Build and strategic decision-making support with RichRelevance Xen AI. The firm serves over 240 clients worldwide, driving significant sales and daily decision-making processes. It has a global presence with offices in major cities, including New York, Seattle, London, and Paris, and operates as a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd. RichRelevance's capabilities and services are designed to create differentiated customer experiences in an integrated retail landscape.

RichRelevance, Inc. is a leading provider of omnichannel personalization solutions, enabling multinational companies to enhance customer experiences across various platforms, including web, mobile, and in-store environments. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive personalization platform known as Relevance Cloud, which includes tools such as RichRelevance Discover for personalized search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend for data-driven product suggestions. Additionally, RichRelevance provides API-based tools through RichRelevance Build and strategic decision-making support with RichRelevance Xen AI. The firm serves over 240 clients worldwide, driving significant sales and daily decision-making processes. It has a global presence with offices in major cities, including New York, Seattle, London, and Paris, and operates as a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd. RichRelevance's capabilities and services are designed to create differentiated customer experiences in an integrated retail landscape.

Cuil was a stealth search engine startup which claims that it can index web pages significantly faster and cheaper than Google. Cuil has told potential investors that their indexing costs will be 1/10th of Google's, based on new search architectures and relevance methods. In some ways Cuil is the polar opposite of [Powerset](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/powerset), which has huge indexing costs because it does a deep contextual analysis on every sentence on every web page. Powerset's indexing costs, therefore, should be much higher per web page than Google's. Cuil was also founded by highly respected search experts. Husband and wife team Tom Costello and Anna Patterson were joined by Russell Power. Patterson and Power are ex-[Google](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/google) search experts. Costello was the founder of Xift. Cuil met with venture capitalists, but we're hearing that Costello and Patterson eventually self-funded the company with a $5ish million injection of capital. They now have 10-15 employees and an office in Menlo Park.

RichRelevance, Inc. is a leading provider of omnichannel personalization solutions, enabling multinational companies to enhance customer experiences across various platforms, including web, mobile, and in-store environments. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a comprehensive personalization platform known as Relevance Cloud, which includes tools such as RichRelevance Discover for personalized search and browsing, RichRelevance Engage for targeted marketing campaigns, and RichRelevance Recommend for data-driven product suggestions. Additionally, RichRelevance provides API-based tools through RichRelevance Build and strategic decision-making support with RichRelevance Xen AI. The firm serves over 240 clients worldwide, driving significant sales and daily decision-making processes. It has a global presence with offices in major cities, including New York, Seattle, London, and Paris, and operates as a subsidiary of Manthan Software Services Pvt. Ltd. RichRelevance's capabilities and services are designed to create differentiated customer experiences in an integrated retail landscape.

Shop It To Me, Inc. is an online personal shopping service that assists users in finding discounted clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children. Founded in 2004 and based in San Francisco, the company searches various retail websites, including major brands like Nordstrom and J. Crew, to provide users with personalized sale alerts through a service called Salemail. Customers can select their preferred designers and receive notifications via email, web, or mobile app, informing them of sales on items in their desired sizes. By aggregating sale information from numerous retailers, Shop It To Me helps shoppers save money while catering to their fashion preferences.

Doostang, a segment of Talent Inc., is an employment network designed for recent graduates and students from prestigious universities and MBA programs who are looking to advance their careers. The platform serves over one million members, with one in four recent graduates from the top thirty U.S. universities utilizing its services. Doostang connects young professionals with job opportunities by enabling them to post applications and providing a space for employers to recruit talent. The company also offers networking opportunities and professional development content, fostering a community aimed at enhancing career prospects for its users.

SayNow is a voice messaging platform designed to facilitate communication between fans and celebrities through voice and text messaging. Each celebrity is assigned a unique phone number that allows fans to leave messages or receive updates directly from the celebrities themselves. This service primarily targets musical artists, but it is also available to any public figure with a substantial following, including entertainers, politicians, and community leaders. SayNow has gained traction among notable music artists and major record labels, enhancing the way fans engage with their favorite personalities. Additionally, the platform offers an optional feature that allows broadcasters to earn revenue by incorporating relevant sponsorships into their messages, further diversifying its appeal and functionality.

Cuil was a stealth search engine startup which claims that it can index web pages significantly faster and cheaper than Google. Cuil has told potential investors that their indexing costs will be 1/10th of Google's, based on new search architectures and relevance methods. In some ways Cuil is the polar opposite of [Powerset](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/powerset), which has huge indexing costs because it does a deep contextual analysis on every sentence on every web page. Powerset's indexing costs, therefore, should be much higher per web page than Google's. Cuil was also founded by highly respected search experts. Husband and wife team Tom Costello and Anna Patterson were joined by Russell Power. Patterson and Power are ex-[Google](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/google) search experts. Costello was the founder of Xift. Cuil met with venture capitalists, but we're hearing that Costello and Patterson eventually self-funded the company with a $5ish million injection of capital. They now have 10-15 employees and an office in Menlo Park.

Mamapedia is an online community designed to connect mothers across the United States, facilitating the sharing of advice and support on various topics related to family life. With a membership exceeding 3.5 million, Mamapedia provides a platform where moms can access guidance on parenting, health, finance, nutrition, and more, catering to families with children of all ages. The community fosters connections among mothers, enabling them to share their experiences and insights in a supportive environment. Additionally, Mamapedia offers a group-buying program called Mamapedia Sweet Deals, which provides exclusive local discounts on family-friendly activities, dining, and entertainment. This initiative aims to leverage the collective buying power of its extensive community, enhancing the value and resources available to busy moms and their families.