Uncork Capital

Uncork Capital, formerly known as SoftTech VC, is a venture capital firm founded in 2004 and based in Palo Alto, California. The firm specializes in seed-stage investments, focusing on various sectors including software as a service (SaaS), consumer goods, healthcare, technology, and marketplace startups. It manages two primary funds: a $100 million Seed fund and a $100 million Opportunity fund, which targets larger investments in mature portfolio companies. Uncork Capital typically invests between $250,000 and $5 million in each portfolio company, with a preference for equity investments, particularly for raises above $750,000. The firm actively seeks opportunities in both B2B and B2C sectors and aims to maintain a portfolio duration of five to seven years. While it primarily invests in the United States, particularly in regions such as Silicon Valley and New York, it may consider opportunities in Canada or elsewhere if a strong local lead is involved. Uncork Capital also provides support in product development, marketing, business strategy, and financing.

Jeff Clavier

Founder and Managing Partner

Jean-Francois Clavier

Founder and Managing Partner

Sarah Du

Associate

Tripp Jones

Partner

Susan Liu

Partner

Amy Saper

Partner

Past deals in Developer Tools

CodeSee

Seed Round in 2022
CodeSee is a developer of cloud-based data visualization software that facilitates a comprehensive understanding of code for developers and development teams. By analyzing the data flowing through a system, CodeSee creates an updated map of the system architecture, its components, and their interconnections. This allows developers to explore their codebase at both a high level and in detail, enhancing their ability to grasp how code and functionality relate to one another. The platform aims to transform developers from feeling like outsiders to becoming high performers, thereby expediting the development process and improving overall productivity.

CodeSee

Seed Round in 2021
CodeSee is a developer of cloud-based data visualization software that facilitates a comprehensive understanding of code for developers and development teams. By analyzing the data flowing through a system, CodeSee creates an updated map of the system architecture, its components, and their interconnections. This allows developers to explore their codebase at both a high level and in detail, enhancing their ability to grasp how code and functionality relate to one another. The platform aims to transform developers from feeling like outsiders to becoming high performers, thereby expediting the development process and improving overall productivity.

LaunchDarkly

Series D in 2021
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

Memfault

Series A in 2021
Memfault Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing solutions for firmware delivery, monitoring, and diagnostics tailored for hardware companies, particularly within the consumer electronics, industrial automation, and IoT sectors. Its platform enables users to identify and resolve embedded software bugs, manage software updates, and monitor deployment status, allowing businesses to focus on their core product innovations. Memfault's software development kit (SDK) integrates seamlessly with existing hardware, facilitating the monitoring and deployment of firmware updates through various connectivity options, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The platform also supports error tracking by capturing backtraces, local variables, and system states during faults, which helps teams diagnose issues proactively before they affect end-users.

Stark

Seed Round in 2020
Stark Lab, Inc. is a New Jersey-based company that provides a comprehensive suite of tools aimed at enhancing the accessibility and compliance of software products. Founded in 2019, Stark's offerings include a contrast checker, colorblind generator, smart color suggestions, and rapid contrast checking, as well as plugins for popular design software like Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Additionally, the company features eight colorblind simulations and access to a Stark Beta community, allowing users to unlock premium services. By integrating these tools, Stark helps designers ensure their products meet accessibility guidelines for individuals with visual impairments, thereby improving workflow efficiency and reducing costs associated with compliance.

Coder

Series B in 2020
Coder Technologies Inc. is an information technology company that specializes in developing cloud-based integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding on any device. The company's flagship product, Coder Enterprise, automates the configuration, security, and management of development environments, allowing developers to concentrate on product development. Coder Enterprise supports the use of existing development tools, CI/CD pipelines, source code management systems, and editors, thereby facilitating source control and simplifying updates. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Coder aims to provide open-source tools and an enterprise platform designed to enhance the efficiency and scalability of development processes.

LaunchDarkly

Venture Round in 2020
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

Memfault

Seed Round in 2019
Memfault Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in providing solutions for firmware delivery, monitoring, and diagnostics tailored for hardware companies, particularly within the consumer electronics, industrial automation, and IoT sectors. Its platform enables users to identify and resolve embedded software bugs, manage software updates, and monitor deployment status, allowing businesses to focus on their core product innovations. Memfault's software development kit (SDK) integrates seamlessly with existing hardware, facilitating the monitoring and deployment of firmware updates through various connectivity options, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The platform also supports error tracking by capturing backtraces, local variables, and system states during faults, which helps teams diagnose issues proactively before they affect end-users.

LaunchDarkly

Series C in 2019
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

Coder

Seed Round in 2018
Coder Technologies Inc. is an information technology company that specializes in developing cloud-based integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding on any device. The company's flagship product, Coder Enterprise, automates the configuration, security, and management of development environments, allowing developers to concentrate on product development. Coder Enterprise supports the use of existing development tools, CI/CD pipelines, source code management systems, and editors, thereby facilitating source control and simplifying updates. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Coder aims to provide open-source tools and an enterprise platform designed to enhance the efficiency and scalability of development processes.

LaunchDarkly

Series B in 2017
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

LaunchDarkly

Series B in 2017
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

LaunchDarkly

Series A in 2016
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

Marvel

Series A in 2016
Marvel is a company that enables individuals and teams to transform their ideas into reality through its mobile and web prototyping platform. Founded in 2013, Marvel has grown significantly, attracting nearly 2 million users who leverage its services to create prototypes without the need for coding. The platform is designed to streamline the design process, making it accessible for people at various skill levels to bring their concepts to life efficiently.

LaunchDarkly

Venture Round in 2015
LaunchDarkly is a Feature Management Platform that enables software teams to enhance their development processes by utilizing feature flags, which allow for the safe deployment of new or risky code changes. By wrapping specific code sections with flags, teams can independently toggle features on or off, facilitating a practice known as "dark launching." This approach helps mitigate risks associated with software development and operations. The platform serves over 100 billion feature flags daily and offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) compatible with all major web and mobile platforms. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in California, LaunchDarkly is committed to building a diverse team to deliver robust products and services while fostering a supportive and fast-paced work environment.

Chartbeat

Series C in 2015
Chartbeat Inc. is a content intelligence platform that provides software tools designed to help publishers and media organizations build and sustain loyal audiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a suite of audience-building tools that leverage real-time and historical analytics to enhance engagement across various platforms, including desktop, social media, and mobile. Chartbeat's services enable clients to track visitor behavior, traffic sources, and social network interactions, providing insights into content performance. The platform also alerts users to website issues, such as crashes or slow load times, ensuring optimal user experience. By delivering critical insights and analytics, Chartbeat assists media businesses in increasing audience growth, enhancing subscriber revenue, and optimizing editorial workflows.

Chartbeat

Venture Round in 2014
Chartbeat Inc. is a content intelligence platform that provides software tools designed to help publishers and media organizations build and sustain loyal audiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a suite of audience-building tools that leverage real-time and historical analytics to enhance engagement across various platforms, including desktop, social media, and mobile. Chartbeat's services enable clients to track visitor behavior, traffic sources, and social network interactions, providing insights into content performance. The platform also alerts users to website issues, such as crashes or slow load times, ensuring optimal user experience. By delivering critical insights and analytics, Chartbeat assists media businesses in increasing audience growth, enhancing subscriber revenue, and optimizing editorial workflows.

Tasty Labs

Series A in 2010
Tasty Labs is a startup founded by the founder of Delicious, Joshua Schachter, and ex googler Paul Rademacher and former Mozilla Director of Add-Ons, Nick Nguyen. Tasty Labs goal is to try and put "the useful back into social software".

Chartbeat

Series A in 2010
Chartbeat Inc. is a content intelligence platform that provides software tools designed to help publishers and media organizations build and sustain loyal audiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a suite of audience-building tools that leverage real-time and historical analytics to enhance engagement across various platforms, including desktop, social media, and mobile. Chartbeat's services enable clients to track visitor behavior, traffic sources, and social network interactions, providing insights into content performance. The platform also alerts users to website issues, such as crashes or slow load times, ensuring optimal user experience. By delivering critical insights and analytics, Chartbeat assists media businesses in increasing audience growth, enhancing subscriber revenue, and optimizing editorial workflows.

InboxQ

Angel Round in 2010
InboxQ is a browser extension that delivers a persistent stream of questions from Twitter directly to you. There is no better way to engage with potential customers than by using your expertise to help them solve their problems.

Thing Labs

Series A in 2008
Thing Labs is a company that develops web-based software designed to facilitate the creation, sharing, exploration, and enjoyment of content. Founded by Jason Shellen, who previously worked on Blogger and co-created Google Reader, Thing Labs is known for its products Brizzly and Plinky. The company focuses on providing user-friendly tools that enhance the online content experience.
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