Netomi is a company that specializes in developing a conversational artificial intelligence platform aimed at enhancing customer experience in commerce. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in New York and Gurugram, Netomi provides a no-code solution that integrates seamlessly with various platforms, including Zendesk, Salesforce, and Shopify. Its technology enables brands and businesses to automate customer interactions across multiple channels, such as mobile messaging, chat, email, and voice, allowing them to make product recommendations, answer queries about availability, and assist with purchases. Netomi's platform is designed to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency while reducing costs and reliance on developers. The company has established itself as a leader in customer experience AI, leveraging advanced AI technologies to help enterprises meet evolving customer expectations and deliver exceptional service.
Cloud Elements
Series C in 2019
Cloud Elements provides a cloud-to-cloud API integration platform that helps developers connect and manage data across multiple cloud applications and services. The platform includes hubs for data domains such as customers, documents, messaging, help desk, marketing, and finance; reusable elements that connect specific cloud endpoints; and an API integration layer for building, integrating, monitoring, and maintaining third-party cloud services and applications. It supports end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications to track and troubleshoot integrations, enabling connections between apps in CRM and marketing automation ecosystems. The company also offers consulting services, including design assessments, design workshops, application development, and API development. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cloud Elements serves startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments worldwide.
TopYa! is a pioneering interactive video-based mobile application aimed at promoting health and fitness through increased physical activity for individuals of all ages. Founded in 2017, the company launched operations in India and the UK, establishing the Active Fun Academy in India, which serves as an innovative physical education solution for schools via a technological platform. TopYa! encourages children to engage in sports and physical activities, fostering habits that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. The platform facilitates the creation and sharing of sports challenge videos, providing monthly challenges and virtual coaching feedback. This approach not only motivates users to participate actively but also allows them to upload their videos for a chance to win prizes. Additionally, TopYa! offers HR health and wellness solutions to various organizations, further extending its impact on overall fitness and well-being.
Rachio is a Denver-based company that develops intelligent sprinkler controllers and related hardware and software to improve home water efficiency. Its offerings include WiFi-enabled controllers and the Iro device for remote watering and automated scheduling based on weather data, soil characteristics, sun exposure, and water budgets. The company provides cloud-based software and a mobile app that enable users to manage sprinkler systems from anywhere, helping conserve water and reduce irrigation costs.
Stream
Venture Round in 2017
Stream.io, Inc. specializes in developing an open-source platform that enables the creation of customizable newsfeeds and messaging applications. The company provides a range of application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow product teams to implement chat features and activity feeds tailored to their specific needs. Its offerings include flat feeds for displaying followed content, aggregated feeds for grouping similar content, notification feeds for site alerts, and profile pages for user activity storage. Stream's solutions cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, dating, education, and social networking, facilitating community engagement. Established in 2014, the company is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, with an additional office located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Stream’s products are recognized for their scalability and security, serving over a billion end-users globally.
Chewse, Inc. is an online food catering platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in delivering curated family-style meals from local restaurants to offices and corporate clients in San Francisco, the East Bay, and Los Angeles. Founded in 2015, Chewse addresses the complexities of office catering by providing a virtual meal manager, allowing companies to easily browse local catering options, place orders, and manage meal logistics. The service is designed to enhance the catering experience for events and special occasions while catering to the tastes and budgets of employees. Chewse's approach simplifies the ordering process in a growing $55 billion catering industry, catering to over 700,000 enterprise customers in the United States. In March 2020, Chewse was acquired by Food.ee Media Ltd.
Chowbotics by DoorDash
Series A in 2017
Chowbotics Inc. designs and develops food service robots to address challenges in cleanliness and efficiency within the food industry. Founded in 2014 and based in San Jose, California, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for cafeterias, restaurants, hotels, and food courts in various venues. Its flagship product, Sally, is a salad-making robot that offers customers the ability to create fully customized, fresh, and healthy salads. Sally dispenses measured quantities of over 20 ingredients, which are refreshed daily, allowing for ready-to-eat meals at any time. The technology behind Sally, with several patents pending, is adaptable for other cuisines, paving the way for future robotic offerings.
EntryPoint
Seed Round in 2017
EntryPoint offers an innovative platform for creating immersive web experiences. It enables creators to overlay custom, interactive elements onto pre-recorded footage, animations, and live streams in 360 degrees. The finished product is shareable via a simple URL, accessible on smartphones and desktops, and generates consumer engagement data for content producers.
Borrowed & Blue
Series A in 2016
Borrowed & Blue, Inc. is a wedding planning company founded in 2011 and based in Charlottesville, Virginia. The company offers an online platform that assists couples in imagining, planning, and booking their weddings. Users can explore a wide array of resources, including collections of real weddings, to help them plan their special day. Borrowed & Blue connects couples with various wedding vendors, including photographers, florists, caterers, and bridal shops, allowing for a comprehensive planning experience. The platform has gained popularity for destination weddings in locations such as Hawaii, Tampa Bay, and New Orleans, and caters to diverse wedding styles ranging from traditional to outdoor ceremonies. In addition to its website, Borrowed & Blue offers an iOS mobile application to facilitate wedding planning on the go. In January 2018, Borrowed & Blue was acquired by Zola, Inc.
Cozy Services Ltd., established in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, specializes in online rental solutions for landlords and tenants. The company offers a suite of services including property listings, rent estimates, online rental applications, tenant screening, rent payments, renters insurance, and expense tracking. Cozy simplifies property management for small and medium landlords, making it a convenient platform for both parties involved in the rental process.
AirHelp is a global organization dedicated to enhancing passengers' rights and travel experiences. Established in 2013, it operates 24/7 in 18 languages, assisting millions of travelers annually. AirHelp specializes in securing compensation for flight disruptions, offering subscription-based disruption coverage and parametric travel insurance. With headquarters in Berlin and additional offices across Europe and South America, the company supports passengers worldwide.
Mozio
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Founded in 2012, Mozio operates an online platform that aggregates and compares various airport ground transportation options worldwide. Its services include shared ride shuttles, private vans, taxis, limousines, and public transit. Mozio enables travelers to search and book these services through its user-friendly interface, facilitating seamless travel from airports to final destinations.
Shyft Technologies
Seed Round in 2016
Shyft Technologies Inc. is a company that specializes in workforce management through its innovative mobile application. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Los Angeles, the company provides a platform that enables employees in industries such as retail, supply chain, food service, and grocery to swap shifts, share schedules, and communicate effectively. By facilitating shift-swapping and posting, Shyft empowers employees with greater scheduling flexibility, while also allowing companies to streamline operations and reduce redundant tasks. This not only enhances productivity but also enables frontline workers to focus on sales and customer engagement. Shyft has established itself as a leader in product development and mobile solutions, earning recognition as the 2018 Gold Prize Winner of the Seattle Business Magazine’s Tech Impact Award for Emerging Companies.
WiseBanyan
Seed Round in 2016
WiseBanyan, Inc. is a financial advisory firm that offers online wealth management services to individuals and institutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company is recognized as the world's first free financial advisor, providing automated, goal-based investing and financial planning without any minimum investment requirements. WiseBanyan's platform allows clients to create and manage personalized investment and retirement portfolios, utilizing customized portfolio construction and automated rebalancing to help users achieve their financial objectives. Currently, the firm serves over 25,000 clients across the United States, enabling them to save and invest for their goals, starting from their very first dollar.
Vow To Be Chic
Series A in 2016
Vow To Be Chic is an online platform specializing in the rental of designer bridesmaid dresses and Little White Dresses, providing an accessible solution for the bridesmaid experience. By offering services such as at-home try-on, shipping, dry cleaning, and insurance, the company alleviates the financial burden typically associated with being a bridesmaid, which averages around $1,700 when considering dress purchases and related expenses. This service also addresses the logistical challenges of coordinating dress selection and fittings for bridesmaids located across the country. Vow To Be Chic aims to enhance convenience and affordability in the wedding planning process, allowing bridesmaids to wear stylish dresses without the pressure of significant costs or time commitments.
Planetary Resources
Series A in 2016
Planetary Resources specializes in asteroid mining services aimed at facilitating commercial deep space exploration. The company focuses on identifying and extracting raw materials, particularly water and precious metals, from asteroids. By harnessing these resources, Planetary Resources aims to support the development of a space economy, where water can be converted into rocket fuel and consumable supplies for human habitation beyond Earth. This approach is intended to play a crucial role in enabling humanity to evolve into a multi-planetary species, utilizing the wealth of resources available in space to fuel long-term expansion and exploration.
Brandzooka
Seed Round in 2016
Brandzooka is a self-serve programmatic video advertising platform founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado. The company enables organizations of all sizes, including small businesses, agencies, content creators, non-profits, and mobile applications, to create and launch hyper-targeted advertising campaigns across web, mobile, digital audio, and Connected TV in a matter of minutes. Its innovative SaaS platform democratizes access to the programmatic advertising landscape by removing barriers related to cost, expertise, and technology, thus allowing over 60,000 advertisers across 110 countries to effectively reach their target audiences. By providing a user-friendly interface and scalable solutions, Brandzooka disrupts traditional digital and programmatic media ecosystems, empowering clients to enhance their visibility and drive sales.
Netomi is a company that specializes in developing a conversational artificial intelligence platform aimed at enhancing customer experience in commerce. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in New York and Gurugram, Netomi provides a no-code solution that integrates seamlessly with various platforms, including Zendesk, Salesforce, and Shopify. Its technology enables brands and businesses to automate customer interactions across multiple channels, such as mobile messaging, chat, email, and voice, allowing them to make product recommendations, answer queries about availability, and assist with purchases. Netomi's platform is designed to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency while reducing costs and reliance on developers. The company has established itself as a leader in customer experience AI, leveraging advanced AI technologies to help enterprises meet evolving customer expectations and deliver exceptional service.
ParkiFi, Inc. is a technology company based in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in IoT-enabled parking solutions. Founded in 2014, the company offers a platform that provides real-time information on parking occupancy and payment options, aiming to alleviate the challenges associated with finding parking. ParkiFi's services cater to a variety of clients, including private parking operators, property managers, municipal parking services, and urban planners. The company’s mobile app allows users to find available parking spots in garages and lots, as well as pay for parking directly through the app. By streamlining the parking process, ParkiFi not only enhances user convenience but also seeks to reduce the environmental impact of driving by minimizing the time spent searching for parking. The app was launched in downtown Denver in 2016, with plans for expansion to other neighborhoods and locations. ParkiFi was previously known as Krumly LLC and operates as a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation.
Chowbotics by DoorDash
Seed Round in 2016
Chowbotics Inc. designs and develops food service robots to address challenges in cleanliness and efficiency within the food industry. Founded in 2014 and based in San Jose, California, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for cafeterias, restaurants, hotels, and food courts in various venues. Its flagship product, Sally, is a salad-making robot that offers customers the ability to create fully customized, fresh, and healthy salads. Sally dispenses measured quantities of over 20 ingredients, which are refreshed daily, allowing for ready-to-eat meals at any time. The technology behind Sally, with several patents pending, is adaptable for other cuisines, paving the way for future robotic offerings.
Tapslash
Seed Round in 2015
Tapslash is a mobile keyboard application designed for iPhone and iPad that enhances communication by allowing users to share various types of content, including videos, links, news articles, music, and maps, directly from their keyboard without the need to switch between applications. The innovative keyboard connects seamlessly with popular platforms such as Giphy, Spotify, and YouTube, facilitating the sharing of rich media and contextual information. By integrating with services like Contacts and Weather, Tapslash enables users to access a broader range of information while chatting. The company's goal is not only to improve the speed of communication but to increase the effectiveness of idea sharing, allowing users to transition quickly from concept to action.
Notion is a company that specializes in home monitoring systems, providing property owners with tools to safeguard their spaces and belongings. Founded in 2013 by Brett Jurgens and Ryan Margoles and based in Denver, Colorado, Notion offers a multi-function, compact sensor that delivers real-time alerts for various issues, including motion detection, temperature changes, water leaks, and alarms. The system is designed to enhance home awareness through an intuitive user experience and comprehensive data analytics, allowing customers to proactively address potential problems in their homes.
Rachio is a Denver-based company that develops intelligent sprinkler controllers and related hardware and software to improve home water efficiency. Its offerings include WiFi-enabled controllers and the Iro device for remote watering and automated scheduling based on weather data, soil characteristics, sun exposure, and water budgets. The company provides cloud-based software and a mobile app that enable users to manage sprinkler systems from anywhere, helping conserve water and reduce irrigation costs.
Cloud Elements
Venture Round in 2015
Cloud Elements provides a cloud-to-cloud API integration platform that helps developers connect and manage data across multiple cloud applications and services. The platform includes hubs for data domains such as customers, documents, messaging, help desk, marketing, and finance; reusable elements that connect specific cloud endpoints; and an API integration layer for building, integrating, monitoring, and maintaining third-party cloud services and applications. It supports end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications to track and troubleshoot integrations, enabling connections between apps in CRM and marketing automation ecosystems. The company also offers consulting services, including design assessments, design workshops, application development, and API development. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cloud Elements serves startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments worldwide.
Keen Home
Venture Round in 2015
Keen Home Inc. is a developer of innovative home automation products designed to enhance comfort and efficiency in residential settings. Founded in 2013 and based in New York City, the company offers a range of products including the Smart Vent, which wirelessly controls airflow in individual rooms, and the Temp Sensor, which monitors temperature and humidity. Additionally, the Smart Bridge allows users to connect and manage their Keen zoning system, while the Ecovent Whole Home System integrates information from across the home to optimize vent control. The Smart Filter is designed to protect against allergens and air pollutants. Keen Home's products are compatible with various smart home platforms and are available for purchase online. The company aims to provide homeowners with proactive solutions to maintain their home's core systems effectively.
Pana Industries, Inc. is a software company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in on-demand travel applications for corporate travel planning and booking. Founded in 2014, Pana's platform functions as a virtual travel agent, allowing users to easily plan, book, and manage their travel needs, including flights, hotels, and car rentals. The application provides personalized notifications and alerts regarding flight delays and gate changes, aiming to simplify the travel experience for users. Pana's mission is to make travel straightforward and enjoyable, akin to the ease of texting a friend, while also offering travel perks and rewards. The company was previously known as Native before rebranding to Pana Industries, Inc.
Cozy Services Ltd., established in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, specializes in online rental solutions for landlords and tenants. The company offers a suite of services including property listings, rent estimates, online rental applications, tenant screening, rent payments, renters insurance, and expense tracking. Cozy simplifies property management for small and medium landlords, making it a convenient platform for both parties involved in the rental process.
Eight Sleep
Seed Round in 2015
Eight Sleep is a pioneering sleep technology company that manufactures smart mattresses designed to optimize rest and improve overall health. Founded in 2014, the company's products include temperature-regulating mattresses, sleep trackers, and other accessories aimed at creating personalized, comfortable sleep environments.
Stream.io, Inc. specializes in developing an open-source platform that enables the creation of customizable newsfeeds and messaging applications. The company provides a range of application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow product teams to implement chat features and activity feeds tailored to their specific needs. Its offerings include flat feeds for displaying followed content, aggregated feeds for grouping similar content, notification feeds for site alerts, and profile pages for user activity storage. Stream's solutions cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, dating, education, and social networking, facilitating community engagement. Established in 2014, the company is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, with an additional office located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Stream’s products are recognized for their scalability and security, serving over a billion end-users globally.
Chewse, Inc. is an online food catering platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in delivering curated family-style meals from local restaurants to offices and corporate clients in San Francisco, the East Bay, and Los Angeles. Founded in 2015, Chewse addresses the complexities of office catering by providing a virtual meal manager, allowing companies to easily browse local catering options, place orders, and manage meal logistics. The service is designed to enhance the catering experience for events and special occasions while catering to the tastes and budgets of employees. Chewse's approach simplifies the ordering process in a growing $55 billion catering industry, catering to over 700,000 enterprise customers in the United States. In March 2020, Chewse was acquired by Food.ee Media Ltd.
Self Financial
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Self Financial offers mobile-based credit-building tools designed for individuals seeking to improve their credit scores. Its primary products include a Credit Builder Account, which combines an installment loan with savings, and the Self Visa Credit Card, enabling users to build security deposits over time. The company aims to make credit building accessible regardless of financial history.
Parkifi
Convertible Note in 2015
ParkiFi, Inc. is a technology company based in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in IoT-enabled parking solutions. Founded in 2014, the company offers a platform that provides real-time information on parking occupancy and payment options, aiming to alleviate the challenges associated with finding parking. ParkiFi's services cater to a variety of clients, including private parking operators, property managers, municipal parking services, and urban planners. The company’s mobile app allows users to find available parking spots in garages and lots, as well as pay for parking directly through the app. By streamlining the parking process, ParkiFi not only enhances user convenience but also seeks to reduce the environmental impact of driving by minimizing the time spent searching for parking. The app was launched in downtown Denver in 2016, with plans for expansion to other neighborhoods and locations. ParkiFi was previously known as Krumly LLC and operates as a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation.
Notion is a company that specializes in home monitoring systems, providing property owners with tools to safeguard their spaces and belongings. Founded in 2013 by Brett Jurgens and Ryan Margoles and based in Denver, Colorado, Notion offers a multi-function, compact sensor that delivers real-time alerts for various issues, including motion detection, temperature changes, water leaks, and alarms. The system is designed to enhance home awareness through an intuitive user experience and comprehensive data analytics, allowing customers to proactively address potential problems in their homes.
SherpaShare
Seed Round in 2015
SherpaShare provides a driver-focused platform featuring a location-tracking application that helps gig economy drivers optimize revenue by identifying high-value routes and hotspots, while tracking earnings and expenses. The app delivers performance insights, supports expense management, and connects drivers to share tips and opportunities, helping users understand true driving costs and access more income within the sharing economy.
Immediately
Seed Round in 2015
Immediately is mobile sales enablement, designed for the always-on workforce.
Sales can no longer be a 9-5 job; over 70% of lost deals are due to slow reaction time. Immediately brings the full sales workflow into one mobile app designed to enable capturing opportunities and closing deals in real time. From getting intelligence on leads, to sending instrumented emails, to making and logging phone calls and updating opportunity status. Immediately is the sales rep’s best weapon. We plug into Google Apps and Salesforce to integrate seamlessly with existing workflows.
We believe the future of sales is not CRM, but a beautiful data-driven, highly automated, and platform-agnostic integrated sales experience. Creating it is our passion. Our customer is the closer - and we believe that in sales, everyone should be a closer.
Genies empowers individuals to create personalized digital avatars for expression across social media and messaging platforms. It offers tools for users to design avatars, avatar fashion lines, worlds, and interactive experiences, enabling brands to drive engagement through exclusive digital goods.
PureWow
Seed Round in 2015
PureWow is a digital lifestyle publication for women, delivering daily content across fashion, beauty, home, wellness, money, tech, food, books, travel, and more. The platform provides interest- and location-specific editions to personalize the reader experience, including local editions in major markets such as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Dallas and the Hamptons, as well as topic-driven editions. Readers access content across multiple channels, including its website, mobile, email newsletters, and social and video formats. PureWow aims to elevate everyday life by presenting curated discoveries and practical recommendations that cater to contemporary women's interests.
JumpCloud
Series B in 2015
JumpCloud operates a Directory-as-a-Service platform that securely manages and connects users to their systems, applications, files, and networks. Its cloud-based solution automates server management tasks such as user accounts, permissions, patches, security, and compliance. JumpCloud also provides identity management services for IT teams and businesses, enabling secure access to resources regardless of provider or location.
TopYa!
Venture Round in 2015
TopYa! is a pioneering interactive video-based mobile application aimed at promoting health and fitness through increased physical activity for individuals of all ages. Founded in 2017, the company launched operations in India and the UK, establishing the Active Fun Academy in India, which serves as an innovative physical education solution for schools via a technological platform. TopYa! encourages children to engage in sports and physical activities, fostering habits that contribute to a healthy lifestyle. The platform facilitates the creation and sharing of sports challenge videos, providing monthly challenges and virtual coaching feedback. This approach not only motivates users to participate actively but also allows them to upload their videos for a chance to win prizes. Additionally, TopYa! offers HR health and wellness solutions to various organizations, further extending its impact on overall fitness and well-being.
Self Financial
Seed Round in 2015
Self Financial offers mobile-based credit-building tools designed for individuals seeking to improve their credit scores. Its primary products include a Credit Builder Account, which combines an installment loan with savings, and the Self Visa Credit Card, enabling users to build security deposits over time. The company aims to make credit building accessible regardless of financial history.
Parkifi
Seed Round in 2015
ParkiFi, Inc. is a technology company based in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in IoT-enabled parking solutions. Founded in 2014, the company offers a platform that provides real-time information on parking occupancy and payment options, aiming to alleviate the challenges associated with finding parking. ParkiFi's services cater to a variety of clients, including private parking operators, property managers, municipal parking services, and urban planners. The company’s mobile app allows users to find available parking spots in garages and lots, as well as pay for parking directly through the app. By streamlining the parking process, ParkiFi not only enhances user convenience but also seeks to reduce the environmental impact of driving by minimizing the time spent searching for parking. The app was launched in downtown Denver in 2016, with plans for expansion to other neighborhoods and locations. ParkiFi was previously known as Krumly LLC and operates as a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation.
Exitround
Seed Round in 2015
ExitRound operates as an anonymous online marketplace that connects founders of early-stage technology startups with potential buyers, facilitating strategic acquisition opportunities. Established in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company leverages proprietary software algorithms to enhance efficiency and intelligence in the mergers and acquisitions process. By doing so, ExitRound enables users to transcend traditional limits of sector, geography, and personal networks to find optimal matches for acquisition. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges faced in the M&A landscape, particularly the reliance on personal connections, by introducing marketplace dynamics that broaden the scope for both buyers and sellers. Founded by entrepreneurs Jacob Mullins and Greg Dean, ExitRound has established a diverse user base that includes small to mid-market companies, corporate entities, and private equity partners seeking financial transactions.
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Accion Systems
Seed Round in 2015
Accion Systems Inc. is a Boston-based company that manufactures advanced satellite propulsion systems for the space industry. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in in-space propulsion technologies, particularly its proprietary Tiled Ionic Liquid Electrospray (TILE) system. This innovative technology provides efficient and scalable electric propulsion solutions suitable for a variety of satellite applications, including attitude control, collision avoidance, orbit adjustments, and deorbiting. Accion Systems offers a range of products, including MIN-0 and MAX-1 electric propulsion systems for CubeSats and small satellites, as well as the TILE system for larger spacecraft. Through its cutting-edge propulsion technologies, Accion Systems aims to enhance the capabilities and operational efficiency of satellites in orbit.
Epic Magazine
Venture Round in 2015
Epic Magazine is an online platform that enables writers to share extraordinary true stories, covering a diverse range of topics such as wartime romance, unlikely savants, and intriguing criminals. Founded in 2013 and based in Los Angeles, California, the magazine has gained recognition for its compelling narratives, with over 25 articles optioned for adaptation in Hollywood, including the Academy Award-winning film "Argo." As of April 2019, Epic Magazine operates as a subsidiary of Vox Media, Inc., enhancing its ability to reach a wider audience. The platform is designed to provide an engaging reading experience, allowing readers to explore real-life encounters that resonate with the thrill of human experience.
ChangeCoin
Seed Round in 2014
ChangeCoin is a micropayment infrastructure for the Internet that specializes in the fields of micropayments, bitcoin, social commerce, digital currencies, and payments.
It was founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Testlio
Convertible Note in 2014
Testlio offers an online mobile app testing solution that enables businesses to offload QA tasks with flexible requirements. It provides a platform for full testing, integration, reporting, functional testing, and localization services.
Rival IQ
Venture Round in 2014
Rival IQ Corporation is a Seattle-based Software as a Service company that specializes in digital marketing analytics solutions. Founded in 2013, it offers a comprehensive platform that consolidates insightful analytics and reports for social media performance, SEO keyword rankings, and website content. Rival IQ empowers marketers by providing on-demand analytics that enables them to monitor competitor activities and assess their own digital marketing strategies. The company's tools help businesses enhance their performance, strengthen their marketing strategies, and demonstrate the effectiveness of their initiatives. With a team composed of experienced software entrepreneurs, developers, and marketing professionals, Rival IQ aims to simplify the complex landscape of digital marketing, allowing users to make informed decisions and achieve greater impact in their marketing efforts.
Keen Home
Seed Round in 2014
Keen Home Inc. is a developer of innovative home automation products designed to enhance comfort and efficiency in residential settings. Founded in 2013 and based in New York City, the company offers a range of products including the Smart Vent, which wirelessly controls airflow in individual rooms, and the Temp Sensor, which monitors temperature and humidity. Additionally, the Smart Bridge allows users to connect and manage their Keen zoning system, while the Ecovent Whole Home System integrates information from across the home to optimize vent control. The Smart Filter is designed to protect against allergens and air pollutants. Keen Home's products are compatible with various smart home platforms and are available for purchase online. The company aims to provide homeowners with proactive solutions to maintain their home's core systems effectively.
VerbalizeIt
Seed Round in 2014
VerbalizeIt, Inc. is an international crowd-sourced translation company that operates a cloud-based platform connecting businesses and travelers to a community of vetted translators. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company offers a range of translation solutions, including live conversation interpretation, document translation, website and mobile localization, and subtitling for video and audio files. With a community of 25,000 translators proficient in 150 languages, VerbalizeIt enables brands to effectively communicate across various mediums while preserving their unique voice. The platform is designed to facilitate real-time translation, allowing users to engage in global conversations seamlessly. In 2016, VerbalizeIt became a subsidiary of Smartling, Inc.
Brewbot
Seed Round in 2014
Brewbot, Inc., founded in 2013, specializes in manufacturing stainless-steel-and-wood beer brewing machines and systems. The company also provides a mobile application that enables users to brew beer conveniently. Brewbot serves a diverse clientele including restaurants, companies, bars, and breweries across the United Kingdom and the United States. Based in San Carlos, California, Brewbot is driven by a multidisciplinary team of designers and developers from Belfast, N. Ireland, who bring varied backgrounds and a shared passion for brewing to their work.
Numerous
Seed Round in 2014
Numerous, Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing a mobile application that allows users to track and share various personal metrics, including stock prices, weather conditions, fitness activities, and more. The platform enables users to set up notifications for changes in these metrics, facilitating real-time engagement. Additionally, Numerous empowers users to create detailed personal data profiles, which it uses to connect them with brands through artificial intelligence. This connection allows users to consensually share their data and opinions, resulting in tailored offers and insights from partner brands. By leveraging a vast store of personal and market data, Numerous aims to bridge the gap between consumers and brands, providing value to both sides while helping users unlock the potential of their data in the evolving data-driven economy.
Eight Sleep
Convertible Note in 2014
Eight Sleep is a pioneering sleep technology company that manufactures smart mattresses designed to optimize rest and improve overall health. Founded in 2014, the company's products include temperature-regulating mattresses, sleep trackers, and other accessories aimed at creating personalized, comfortable sleep environments.
Hipcamp
Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2013, Hipcamp is a platform that connects users with private land owners for camping and outdoor recreation. It offers a marketplace where people can discover, book, and list campsites on both private and public lands, creating new revenue streams for landowners while promoting conservation efforts.
Lenda Inc. is a financial services company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in home loans and refinancing. Founded in 2012, Lenda operates an online platform designed to simplify the home loan process, allowing homeowners to complete refinancing applications digitally. The company offers a range of services, including no-fee refinancing, cash-out refinancing, real-time rate quotes, e-signature capabilities, and secure document upload portals. By leveraging proprietary technology, Lenda aims to streamline the mortgage application process, making it easier for customers to manage their home financing needs efficiently while saving time and money. As of April 2019, Lenda operates as a subsidiary of Reali, Inc.
Parcel Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in NYC, specializes in last-mile delivery logistics for e-commerce retailers. Powered by proprietary technology and an all-employee workforce, the company offers services such as same-day, evening, and weekend deliveries along with real-time tracking and custom notifications. Parcel differentiates itself through exceptional service and visibility, working with online retailers to enhance their customer experience. Acquired by Walmart in 2017, Parcel continues to operate as a subsidiary, focusing on efficient urban package delivery.
WiseBanyan
Seed Round in 2014
WiseBanyan, Inc. is a financial advisory firm that offers online wealth management services to individuals and institutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company is recognized as the world's first free financial advisor, providing automated, goal-based investing and financial planning without any minimum investment requirements. WiseBanyan's platform allows clients to create and manage personalized investment and retirement portfolios, utilizing customized portfolio construction and automated rebalancing to help users achieve their financial objectives. Currently, the firm serves over 25,000 clients across the United States, enabling them to save and invest for their goals, starting from their very first dollar.
Moment is a global marketplace focused on enhancing mobile photography for creatives. The company offers a range of products, including phone cases, external lenses, and various accessories designed to improve the quality of photos and videos captured on smartphones. Moment's lenses utilize intuitive controls for light and focus, making it easier for users to achieve professional results. In addition to its product offerings, Moment aims to inspire creativity by providing opportunities for skill development, travel experiences, and community engagement among photography enthusiasts.
SocialSign.in
Venture Round in 2014
SocialSign.in enables businesses to connect with guests via free WiFi, transforming it into a customer relationship platform. It allows end-users to access guest WiFi using social media credentials, helping businesses grow mailing lists, improve social media engagement, and drive app downloads. The company's proprietary software provides network authentication services and collects valuable visitor data for industries such as live entertainment, sports, real estate, and hospitality.
GridCraft
Seed Round in 2014
GridCraft, Inc. is a data analysis tool developer that focuses on empowering businesses with collaborative analysis capabilities. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a technology known as GridEngine, which seamlessly integrates structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data from various internal and external sources. GridCraft's tools allow users to create dynamic working data sets by combining live streaming data and scheduled updates, all within a familiar spreadsheet-like interface. This functionality enables organizations to make informed business decisions by effectively managing and analyzing their data.
Respondly
Seed Round in 2014
Respondly Inc. is a New Zealand-based company that develops and markets a customer relationship management tool specifically designed for Twitter. The platform enables organizations to effectively manage their interactions and conversations with consumers on the social media platform, facilitating improved customer support and engagement. By streamlining communication, Respondly helps teams stay coordinated and responsive, allowing them to deliver efficient support in a shorter timeframe. As of December 2015, Respondly operates as a subsidiary of Buffer.
WiseBanyan
Venture Round in 2014
WiseBanyan, Inc. is a financial advisory firm that offers online wealth management services to individuals and institutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company is recognized as the world's first free financial advisor, providing automated, goal-based investing and financial planning without any minimum investment requirements. WiseBanyan's platform allows clients to create and manage personalized investment and retirement portfolios, utilizing customized portfolio construction and automated rebalancing to help users achieve their financial objectives. Currently, the firm serves over 25,000 clients across the United States, enabling them to save and invest for their goals, starting from their very first dollar.
Cloud Elements
Series A in 2014
Cloud Elements provides a cloud-to-cloud API integration platform that helps developers connect and manage data across multiple cloud applications and services. The platform includes hubs for data domains such as customers, documents, messaging, help desk, marketing, and finance; reusable elements that connect specific cloud endpoints; and an API integration layer for building, integrating, monitoring, and maintaining third-party cloud services and applications. It supports end-to-end functions such as data transformations, API provisioning, usage monitoring, events, and notifications to track and troubleshoot integrations, enabling connections between apps in CRM and marketing automation ecosystems. The company also offers consulting services, including design assessments, design workshops, application development, and API development. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cloud Elements serves startups, SaaS vendors, and enterprise departments worldwide.
Rachio
Convertible Note in 2014
Rachio is a Denver-based company that develops intelligent sprinkler controllers and related hardware and software to improve home water efficiency. Its offerings include WiFi-enabled controllers and the Iro device for remote watering and automated scheduling based on weather data, soil characteristics, sun exposure, and water budgets. The company provides cloud-based software and a mobile app that enable users to manage sprinkler systems from anywhere, helping conserve water and reduce irrigation costs.
Grove Labs
Seed Round in 2014
Grove Labs Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in developing natural indoor gardening products. Their offerings include seeds, plant care supplies, aquarium equipment, maintenance tools, water testing kits, and branded apparel. Notably, Grove Labs also provides educational tools for teaching life sciences, sustainability, and nutrition in schools. The company's mission is to make local, healthy food accessible to everyone by empowering individuals with tools to grow their own fruits and vegetables at home year-round. Their innovative indoor farming systems use web-connected monitoring and control technology to optimize plant growth, enabling users to cultivate fresh, organic produce conveniently within their homes.
Founded in 2012, Mozio operates an online platform that aggregates and compares various airport ground transportation options worldwide. Its services include shared ride shuttles, private vans, taxis, limousines, and public transit. Mozio enables travelers to search and book these services through its user-friendly interface, facilitating seamless travel from airports to final destinations.
Good&Co
Seed Round in 2014
Good&Co Labs Inc. is a developer of a self-discovery engine and social networking application aimed at helping professionals find fulfillment in their careers and personal lives. The company offers tools such as Culture Fit Jobs, which assists users in understanding their strengths and preferences through quizzes, and Good&Co Teamwork, which provides personality assessments to enhance collaboration among coworkers. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Boston, London, and Lviv, Good&Co has amassed a significant user base, boasting over 1.5 million profiles and an extensive psychometric database. This platform combines engaging user experiences with scientific assessment to address challenges in employee retention and hiring by ensuring cultural compatibility between individuals and organizations.
SupportLocal
Seed Round in 2014
SupportLocal is a platform that enhances the discovery of local businesses through personalized recommendations from trusted connections. Based in Denver, Colorado, within the Galvanize campus, the company was founded by industry veterans, including CEO Justin Sanger, who is recognized for his expertise in local search. By leveraging the power of word of mouth, SupportLocal allows users to share and receive insights about local establishments, fostering a sense of community and trust. The platform prioritizes principles such as privacy and sharing, aiming to create a supportive environment for everyday decisions related to local businesses.
Vow To Be Chic
Seed Round in 2014
Vow To Be Chic is an online platform specializing in the rental of designer bridesmaid dresses and Little White Dresses, providing an accessible solution for the bridesmaid experience. By offering services such as at-home try-on, shipping, dry cleaning, and insurance, the company alleviates the financial burden typically associated with being a bridesmaid, which averages around $1,700 when considering dress purchases and related expenses. This service also addresses the logistical challenges of coordinating dress selection and fittings for bridesmaids located across the country. Vow To Be Chic aims to enhance convenience and affordability in the wedding planning process, allowing bridesmaids to wear stylish dresses without the pressure of significant costs or time commitments.
Rachio
Convertible Note in 2013
Rachio is a Denver-based company that develops intelligent sprinkler controllers and related hardware and software to improve home water efficiency. Its offerings include WiFi-enabled controllers and the Iro device for remote watering and automated scheduling based on weather data, soil characteristics, sun exposure, and water budgets. The company provides cloud-based software and a mobile app that enable users to manage sprinkler systems from anywhere, helping conserve water and reduce irrigation costs.
Keen Labs, Inc. develops a customizable analytics platform that enables developers to efficiently collect, explore, and visualize data. The company's offerings include Keen Pro, which allows users to track, process, and store data from various sources such as applications, websites, IoT devices, and games, as well as to share insights with teams and clients. Additionally, Keen provides Native Analytics, a white-label solution for real-time analytics and advanced visualizations. The platform supports all aspects of event data management, facilitating the streaming, storage, querying, and presentation of data in one integrated system. Keen serves a diverse clientele across industries including media, advertising, gaming, SaaS, and hardware. Founded in 2011, Keen is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.