Investors in Self-improvement

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FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a U.S.-based investment firm established in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm operates with a stage-agnostic approach, primarily targeting marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. FJ Labs focuses its investments on seed and Series A rounds, with a financial commitment ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm has invested in a variety of notable companies, including Alibaba Group, beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, and ADORE ME.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Techstars

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.
Made 6 investments in Self-improvement

Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies that have an alumni connection and an institutional lead investor with relevant expertise. It offers high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who previously lacked access to venture capital opportunities. Alumni Ventures Group invests between $0.01 million and $3 million in various sectors and geographies, without seeking board or observer seats. Additionally, the firm provides focused funds that enable any accredited investor to access a diverse venture portfolio, allowing for investment across different types, sectors, stages, and geographical locations.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1984 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in the United States and Europe. The firm specializes in investments in the lower middle market, focusing on acquisitions, buyouts, recapitalizations, refinancing, and growth financing. It seeks to invest between $5 million and $100 million in companies with revenues ranging from $25 million to $750 million, primarily in sectors such as business services, education, franchising, healthcare, and engineered products. Levine Leichtman Capital Partners prefers to invest in U.S. companies and those in continental Europe, targeting majority ownership positions. The firm can invest across various capital structures, including debt and equity securities, and typically looks to exit investments through public offerings, sales, or recapitalizations. It does not invest in high technology, apparel, biotechnology, telecommunications, or internet-focused companies.

Ground Up Ventures

Ground Up Ventures is an early stage venture capital firm investing in pre-seed and seed stage startups in the United States and Israel.

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC is a global venture capital firm founded in 2000, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, and Herzliya Pituach. The firm specializes in early-stage and expansion-stage investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including consumer, enterprise technology, cleantech, financial technology, mobile, e-commerce, and biotechnology. Lightspeed engages in both equity and debt financing for startups and growth companies, as well as providing incubation services. It primarily invests in the United States, Europe, Israel, China, and India, with specific investment strategies tailored to different regions. In India, for instance, it focuses on advertising, healthcare, education, and retail, while in China, it targets both early and late-stage businesses across various technology sectors. The firm manages significant capital through its funds, actively participating in the growth of innovative companies across multiple industries.
Made 6 investments in Self-improvement

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.
Made 5 investments in Self-improvement

Lean Capital

Lean Capital, formerly known as Revolution Learning, is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 2008 and based in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Austin, Texas, and Beijing, China. The firm specializes in early to mid-stage investments in the education technology sector, focusing on innovative learning content, platforms, and services. Lean Capital primarily targets companies that have developed or are in the process of commercializing innovative products in their home markets, particularly in emerging markets such as Latin America. The firm is dedicated to funding entrepreneurs who aim to enhance learning experiences through new technology platforms and applications, believing that advancements in education will play a crucial role in shaping the future.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Citi Foundation

Citi Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that focuses on addressing social challenges through financial services and products. It operates an Impact Investment Fund with a commitment of $200 million, which is used to make equity investments in U.S.-based private sector companies. These companies are selected for their innovative approaches to tackling pressing societal issues while achieving both social and financial returns. Additionally, Citi Foundation supports affordable housing projects, commercial developments, and community facilities aimed at benefiting low-income neighborhoods and populations. Through these initiatives, the foundation seeks to foster economic growth and improve the quality of life in underserved communities.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization established in 1982 that focuses on fostering the development and adoption of new technologies in the region. For over 30 years, it has served as a key provider of seed-stage capital, investing more than $170 million in over 1,750 regional technology companies, many of which have achieved industry leadership. In addition to financial support, Ben Franklin promotes university and industry partnerships that facilitate the commercialization of scientific discoveries. The organization is dedicated to strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southeastern Pennsylvania, thereby creating jobs and enhancing the technology community.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Haatch

Haatch Ventures LLP is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Stamford, United Kingdom, founded in September 2013 by Scott Weavers-Wright, Elaine Weavers-Wright, and Fred Soneya. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in technology sectors such as software as a service (SaaS), artificial intelligence, and retail technology. Haatch specializes in providing growth capital to startups at the pre-seed and seed stages, typically investing between £100,000 and £300,000 while participating in rounds up to £2 million. In addition to financial support, the firm offers strategic guidance and networking opportunities to enhance the prospects of success for its portfolio companies. Haatch also manages an EIS fund aimed at investing in scalable and disruptive business models, particularly those that have achieved early market traction and are seeking support to scale to Series A.
Made 4 investments in Self-improvement

Joyance 2

Joyance 2 is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Joyance Partners, established in 2022 and based in San Francisco, California. The fund focuses on investing in startups and emerging companies within the healthcare sector across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Joyance 2 aims to support innovative science and bio-based technologies that enhance individuals' health and well-being, fostering joy, fulfillment, and independence. By targeting investments that can deliver impactful solutions within a two-year timeframe, Joyance 2 seeks to create opportunities that empower individuals to improve their quality of life.

Ulu Ventures

Ulu Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in seed-stage and early-stage investments in technology companies. Founded in 2008, the firm primarily targets opportunities in sectors such as enterprise IT, educational technology, legal informatics, and internet-enabled services. Ulu Ventures focuses on investments in the Bay Area, leveraging the market opportunities created by the Stanford and Silicon Valley communities. The firm typically co-invests with other investors, aiming for cumulative investments between $500,000 and $1 million. Ulu Ventures utilizes a disciplined decision-making process that emphasizes risk-reward trade-offs and logical principles of portfolio construction, distinguishing itself from other venture capital firms. Its investment strategy includes a preference for companies with viable exit strategies in subsequent stages of growth.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Freestyle Capital

Freestyle Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2009 and based in California, with offices in San Francisco and Mill Valley. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on technology sectors such as financial technology, media, telecommunications, internet software, and consumer web-based enterprises. Freestyle Capital typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.8 million in funding rounds averaging around $1.5 million. The firm aims to provide mentorship and real-world experience to its portfolio companies, often seeking a board seat in these ventures. Co-founded by industry veterans Josh Felser and Dave Samuel, Freestyle Capital was created to bridge the gap between angel investors and venture capitalists who have shifted their focus to later-stage investments.
Made 5 investments in Self-improvement

Eudemian Ventures

Eudemian Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, established in 2019 and located in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on investing in post-seed stage software startups across North America, with particular emphasis on sectors such as software as a service (SaaS), fintech, mobile applications, social platforms, marketplaces, and artificial intelligence/machine learning. Eudemian Ventures aims to support innovative entrepreneurs who are working to transform ambitious ideas into achievable realities.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Offline Ventures

At Offline, we're in pursuit of a world where technology lives in harmony with humanity. We believe that the future lies at the convergence of online and offline, and that these worlds should connect in ways that dramatically enhance, expand, and uplift the human experience. As an early-stage venture fund and studio, we seek to inspire beautiful companies, surrounding founders with resources that support their well-being, uncommon and unparalleled perspective, and radical collaboration.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

DFJ

DFJ Growth is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley that specializes in investing in growth-stage technology companies. As the later stage investing practice of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, DFJ Growth focuses on partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs who aim to create transformative technology-driven businesses poised for market leadership. Established in 1985, the firm has a long history of providing capital to innovative companies across various sectors, including consumer, enterprise, and healthcare technology. With a commitment to supporting visionary leaders, DFJ Growth plays a significant role in fostering the development of the next generation of iconic companies.
Made 7 investments in Self-improvement

Scribble Ventures

Scribble Ventures is an early-stage investment fund that specializes in investing from Pre-Seed through Series A rounds. The fund typically writes initial checks ranging from $300,000 to $750,000, positioning itself to collaborate with other prominent angel investors and seed funds. Scribble Ventures leverages its extensive network of operators, executives, and investors to support the growth of its portfolio companies, assisting them in areas such as recruitment and future fundraising efforts.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Great North Labs

Great North Labs is an early-stage venture fund focused on investing in technology startups in the upper Midwest. The firm aims to foster grassroots economic development by investing in exponential and disruptive technologies. Great North Labs provides both capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs, enhancing their chances for success while nurturing the local ecosystem to develop the next generation of transformative tech. The fund invests in companies from Seed to Series B stages, prioritizing those that leverage breakthrough technologies to innovate industries still reliant on analog processes. With a team composed of successful founders, Great North Labs emphasizes the importance of execution in its investment strategy, seeking high-potential startups regardless of their geographic location.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Target Global

Target Global is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Berlin, specializing in early-stage and growth investments across various sectors. With over €800 million in assets under management, the firm focuses on the digital consumer sector, particularly in disruptive technologies, fintech, e-commerce, and cyber security. Target Global typically invests between $1 million and $30 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $5 million to $500 million, emphasizing businesses where a significant portion of revenue is generated from the B2C segment. The firm has a strong global presence, targeting opportunities in European Developed Markets, as well as in Israel, Russia, and the United States. Founded in 2012, Target Global has built a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies such as Auto1, Delivery Hero, and WeFox, and is supported by a team of over 50 professionals with extensive operational and investment expertise.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

ah! Ventures

ah! Ventures is India’s only curated, sector agnostic and the largest fundraising platform for early stage startups raising funds up to 10 MN USD. Very strong network of 3000+ Investors including 2000+ angel investors and 1000+ institutional investors & fund/family houses, Robust deal pipeline of more than 600 business plans/month and Well-established brand as one of India’s premier aggregators with a cornucopia of offerings to catalyze startup growth.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Think.Health

Think.Health GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Fürstenfeldbruck, Germany, with an additional office in Berlin. Established in 2015, the firm specializes in early-stage investments and growth financing opportunities within the healthcare sector. Its investment focus includes digital healthcare, medical technologies, diagnostics, biotechnology, and life sciences. Think.Health primarily operates in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the United States, investing amounts typically ranging from $0.24 million to $2.46 million. The firm actively seeks innovative and disruptive business models in healthcare ventures, positioning itself as a boutique risk-taker in the industry.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Expon I

Expon I is a venture capital fund managed by Expon Capital, a private equity firm established in 2015 and based in Luxembourg. The fund focuses on early to late-stage investments in technology companies, primarily in Europe, North America, and Israel. Expon I targets sectors such as software, media, mobile, 3D printing, and telecommunications, media, and technology (TMT). The fund aims to support big ideas that have the potential for significant positive impact and exponential growth.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

HealthCap

HealthCap is a venture capital firm founded in 1996 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in investments within the life sciences sector. With over €800 million in committed capital, it is one of the largest providers of venture capital in Europe focused on healthcare and biotechnology. The firm targets both early and late-stage investments, seeking transformative therapies and innovative technologies that address high unmet medical needs. HealthCap invests globally, primarily in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and related fields, and aims to act as a lead investor, often acquiring minority stakes and seeking board representation in its portfolio companies. Since its inception, HealthCap has managed multiple funds and has completed numerous investments, demonstrating its commitment to advancing medical practices and improving patient outcomes.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

Sparrow Ventures

Sparrow Ventures is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializing in a range of investment stages from early to late venture capital, including industry consolidation and growth capital. The firm focuses on sectors such as e-commerce, logistics technology, fintech, and digital health, as well as companies that promote happiness, community, and lifestyle. Founded in 2018, Sparrow Ventures typically engages in investments of at least €1 million and primarily targets opportunities within Europe. It operates as a subsidiary of Migros Digital Solutions AG, leveraging its entrepreneurial expertise to drive impactful investments.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

East Ventures

East Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2009, with offices in Singapore, Tokyo, and Jakarta. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and Series A investments, focusing on technology and consumer sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, and education technology, primarily in Southeast Asia. East Ventures has supported over 170 companies across the region, with notable investments in Indonesia's unicorns such as Tokopedia and Traveloka. The firm typically invests between $0.1 million and $0.5 million and has been recognized for its consistent performance, being named the most active investor in Southeast Asia. In 2018, it launched a joint venture called EV Growth, aimed at providing growth capital to startups throughout Southeast Asia. East Ventures continues to play a significant role in nurturing the startup ecosystem in the region.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Cooley

Cooley is an independent full-service law firm founded in 1920 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California. With over 700 attorneys across eleven offices in the United States and China, Cooley offers legal advisory services in various areas, including mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, equity and debt financing, estate planning, and fund formation. The firm serves a diverse clientele that includes entrepreneurs, investors, and established companies, addressing complex legal issues where innovation intersects with the law. Cooley has expertise in industries such as healthcare, energy, life sciences, education, and media, making it a key partner for clients involved in transformative deals and significant litigation.

Motley Fool Ventures

Motley Fool Ventures is a $150 million venture capital fund that specializes in technology investments. The fund primarily targets Series A companies that utilize technology to enhance scale, efficiency, or access within substantial and expanding markets. By focusing on innovative businesses, Motley Fool Ventures aims to support the growth of companies that are positioned to make a significant impact in their respective industries.

Will Ventures

Will Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that leverages the power of sport to change the world. The reach, demands and allure of the sports market make it an ideal proving ground for innovations that will scale beyond the category. That’s why Will Ventures is the first venture firm to use sports as a lens to identify novel technologies in large, adjacent markets.

Oxford Capital

Oxford Capital is a technology venture capital investor established in 1999 and based in London and Oxford. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage technology and technology-enabled start-ups with high growth potential. It manages capital for a diverse range of clients, including private investors, family offices, endowments, pension funds, and other institutional investors. By focusing on innovative companies, Oxford Capital aims to support the development of emerging technologies in the United Kingdom.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

High-Tech Grunderfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH, established in 2005 and based in Bonn, Germany, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in high-tech startups across various sectors, including information and communication technology, software, healthcare, and life sciences. The firm focuses on companies that are less than one year old and have a turnover of less than €10 million. High-Tech Gründerfonds typically invests between €0.5 million and €3 million, acquiring a minority stake of up to 25% in its portfolio companies. The firm often acts as the lead investor and provides follow-on financing, having facilitated over €2 billion in additional funding from external investors. With a commitment to nurturing innovation, it has supported the development of more than 500 startups and has successfully exited over 100 investments. The firm’s backing includes participation from various public and private entities, reflecting its role as a key player in the German startup ecosystem.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

North Coast Venture

North Coast Ventures, previously known as North Coast Angel Fund, is a Cleveland-based private equity firm established in 2006 that focuses on early-stage technology investments. The firm comprises four contributed capital funds and is supported by a network of prominent investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from Ohio. Members of North Coast Ventures actively contribute by generating deal flow, participating in due diligence, and collaborating with portfolio companies. The firm aims to foster a supportive environment for its investments, enhancing the performance of its funds. By being the region's first professionally managed angel fund, North Coast Ventures seeks to improve the early-stage funding landscape for both entrepreneurs and investors in Northeast Ohio, where there has been a historical tradition of angel investing.

Capital Midwest Fund

Capital Midwest Fund is a Wisconsin-based venture capital and private equity firm that focuses on early-stage investments in life sciences, information technology, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, consumer goods, and business services. The firm primarily targets opportunities within the Midwest region of the United States, with a particular emphasis on Wisconsin. Its investment strategy is designed to support innovative companies that demonstrate growth potential in these sectors.

Amazon Web Services

Amazon Web Services (AWS) offers a comprehensive suite of information technology infrastructure services to businesses through cloud computing. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, AWS provides a range of products including compute, networking, storage, content delivery, databases, and analytics. Its services cater to various sectors, such as government, education, and non-profits, across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. AWS also supports developers with tools, documentation, SDKs, and training resources. By enabling organizations to convert fixed capital expenses into variable costs, AWS facilitates a flexible business model that enhances operational efficiency. The company operates data centers in key global locations, including the United States, Europe, Brazil, Singapore, Japan, and Australia. AWS functions as a subsidiary of Amazon.com Inc.

Parcom Capital

Parcom Capital is a private equity firm based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in midmarket investments across various sectors, including technology, trade and services, production, oil & gas, industrials, and distribution. Established in 1982, the firm focuses on management buyouts, succession situations, public to private transactions, and complex carve-outs, typically targeting companies with enterprise values between €20 million and €200 million. Parcom Capital primarily invests in mid-sized companies headquartered in Europe, particularly in the Benelux region, France, England, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland. The firm generally seeks majority stakes in its portfolio companies, although it may consider minority investments in buy and build or growth capital scenarios. With over €1.5 billion of capital at its disposal, Parcom Capital emphasizes a long-term investment approach to support management teams in achieving their growth objectives. The firm also engages in venture capital by investing in funds and making direct investments.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Crosslink Capital

Crosslink Capital, established in 1989, is a leading early-stage venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, with over $1.3 billion in assets under management. The firm specializes in investing in disruptive technology and media companies, primarily at the Seed to Series A stages. Crosslink focuses on dynamic sectors, including enterprise and consumer technology, and has a history of backing influential companies such as Bleacher Report, Chime, and Postmates. The firm not only manages venture capital funds but also engages in growth equity investing, targeting investments across various stages of company development, from seed funding to pre-IPO. With a strategic investment approach, Crosslink typically allocates between $8 to $20 million per company, emphasizing opportunities in software, digital media, and communication services.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

Collaborative V

Collaborative V is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Collaborative Fund, which was founded in New York in 2010. The fund focuses on investing in technology and media within creative fields, emphasizing two key themes: the growing significance of values in consumer and employment choices, and the transition from a hyper-consumption economy to one based on collaborative consumption. These themes highlight opportunities for new technologies, products, and services that can reshape business practices and enhance everyday life. Collaborative V seeks to be a primary source of capital and strategic support for creative entrepreneurs aiming to make a positive impact in the world. Its investors include notable figures from various industries, underscoring the fund's commitment to fostering innovation and creativity.

IBB Ventures

IBB Ventures is a venture capital and mezzanine firm established in 1997, located in Berlin, Germany. It specializes in providing equity financing to technology-oriented companies and those in the creative industries, focusing on sectors such as information and communication technology, life sciences, and industrial technologies. Specific areas of interest include hardware and software, network technology, biotechnology, and automation, among others. The firm also invests in creative sectors such as film, television, music, and multimedia. IBB Ventures typically invests between €0.25 million and €3 million per transaction and often seeks a board seat in its portfolio companies. Its investment strategy is concentrated on supporting young companies based in Berlin.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Plus Capital

Plus Capital is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2012 that specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies across North America. The firm is notable for its connections with elite artists and athletes from various fields, including film, television, music, and sports, who turn to Plus Capital for venture capital investing and equity opportunities related to endorsements. Operating as a Registered Investment Adviser, Plus Capital focuses on creating unique investment strategies tailored to the needs of its clientele while fostering growth in innovative sectors.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

Alchemist Accelerator

Alchemist Accelerator, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, specializes in accelerating seed-stage startups that focus on enterprise monetization. The organization runs six-month programs, admitting 13 companies every four months, and typically invests around $28,000 to $40,000 in each startup. Alchemist emphasizes teams with distinctive technical co-founders as a primary screening criterion. The accelerator provides a structured path to traction, fundraising, mentorship, and community support during its programs. It has gained recognition as a leading accelerator, with notable alumni including LaunchDarkly and Rigetti Quantum Computing. Alchemist is backed by prominent investors such as Cisco Systems, Khosla Ventures, and Draper Fisher Jurvetson, and it aims to seed approximately 75 enterprise-focused ventures each year.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

MassMutual Ventures

MassMutual Ventures (MMV) is a venture capital firm that focuses on making return-driven investments in early to growth stage companies across North America, Europe, Israel, and Southeast Asia. The firm emphasizes sectors such as financial technology, digital health, data analytics, cybersecurity, and enterprise software. MMV operates a specific fund, MassMutual Ventures Southeast Asia III, which is based in Singapore and targets early-stage investments primarily in the Asia Pacific and European markets. This strategic focus aims to support innovative companies within key industries, positioning MMV as a significant player in the global venture capital landscape.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Plug and Play

Plug and Play, founded in 2006 and based in Sunnyvale, California, operates as a business accelerator and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in technology startups. The firm runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs annually, connecting startups with corporate partners and investors to foster collaboration and growth. Plug and Play's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including fintech, health and wellness, travel, cybersecurity, and sustainability, allowing it to support diverse startups from any country. The firm provides various resources, including funding, mentorship, office space, and networking opportunities, and has a global presence with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plug and Play has a strong track record, having helped numerous startups secure over $9 billion in funding since its inception. Its programs aim to refine business models and facilitate introductions to potential investors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

OMERS Ventures

OMERS Ventures is the venture capital arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System, established in 2011 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The firm specializes in multi-stage investments in growth-oriented and disruptive technology companies, primarily focusing on sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, clean technology, and life sciences. OMERS Ventures invests from seed stage to pre-IPO rounds, with typical investment amounts ranging from CAD$0.5 million to CAD$30 million, depending on the stage of the company. The firm operates primarily in North America but is open to opportunities in Europe and beyond. It prefers to lead or co-lead investment rounds and seeks to maintain involvement in its portfolio companies by securing board seats. OMERS Ventures is dedicated to providing strategic capital to accelerate growth and scale for its investments, thereby supporting companies throughout their development lifecycle.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Hannah Grey

Hannah Grey is a venture fund investing in change agents at the intersection of human behavior and technology. The firm was founded in 2020 by Jessica Peltz-Zatulove and Kate Beardsley.
Made 1 investments in Self-improvement

Educapital

Educapital SAS is a venture capital firm based in Paris, specializing in seed and early-to-late stage investments within the education and learning sectors. Founded in 2017, Educapital focuses on innovative companies in European developed markets, the United States, and Israel. The firm targets sectors such as talent management, recruitment services, content and platforms, tools and technology, as well as hardware and software related to education. Typically, Educapital invests between €0.5 million and €2.5 million in equity per portfolio company. In addition to financial backing, Educapital provides its portfolio companies with access to a broad network within the edtech community, aiding their growth and potential to scale into European and global leaders.

Endeit Capital

Endeit Capital is a growth capital investment firm based in the Netherlands, with additional offices in Germany. Founded in 2006, the firm specializes in providing mid to later stage growth capital, typically ranging from €3 million to €12 million, to technology-driven European companies with potential for international expansion. Endeit Capital focuses on sectors such as digital media and marketing technology, marketplaces, business-to-business and business-to-consumer commerce, enterprise cloud services, and education technology. The firm's investment strategy is aimed at fostering the growth of companies in Western Europe, leveraging their expertise to support innovation and development in the technology landscape.

SpaceCadet

SpaceCadet operates as an online marketplace connecting individuals seeking space with local property owners who have available rentals. Established in 2014 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the platform facilitates transactions between users and landlords, making it easier to find and rent space in various communities. Additionally, SpaceCadet Ventures functions as a venture collective that invests between $100,000 and $500,000 in companies from the Pre-Seed to Series A stages, combining financial support with marketing expertise to foster growth and innovation.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement

Bossanova Investimentos

Bossa Nova Investimentos e Administração S.A. is a venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2010. Specializing in pre-seed, seed, startup, and early-stage investments, the firm focuses on technology sectors such as software, service development, mobile applications, and B2B solutions. It is recognized as a leading investor in the pre-seed stage within Brazil and has expanded its investment activities to include companies in the United States. Bossa Nova typically invests between R$0.1 million and R$0.8 million per project, primarily through minority investments. Additionally, the firm manages the Bossa Nova Sports Tech Fund, which targets consumer and business products, information technology, wellness, and gaming sectors, with a preference for investments ranging from R$0.1 million to R$0.3 million across multiple companies.
Made 3 investments in Self-improvement

SVA

SV Angel is a San Francisco-based seed fund founded in 2009, specializing in early-stage investments primarily within the Internet software sector. The firm adopts a portfolio approach to seed investing, distinguishing itself from traditional venture capital firms by not taking board seats and investing in a larger number of companies, often exceeding 100 annually. SV Angel leverages an extensive network to assist startups with business development, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic advice. This approach, pioneered by founder Ron Conway over 20 years ago, has enabled SV Angel to invest in and advise numerous successful companies, including notable names like Facebook, Google, and Airbnb. The firm continues to focus on providing support to technology-focused consumer and enterprise sectors across the United States.
Made 4 investments in Self-improvement

Cleveland Foundation

The Cleveland Foundation, established in 1914, is the world's first community foundation and ranks as the third-largest in the United States, managing assets of $1.8 billion. As a non-profit organization based in Greater Cleveland, it is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for local residents. The foundation collaborates with donors, community members, and various partners to improve neighborhoods and public spaces. Its investment portfolio is diversified across multiple asset classes, including short-term investments, U.S. government obligations, bonds, stocks, mutual funds, and alternative investments. Through its initiatives and investments, the Cleveland Foundation aims to foster community development and address pressing local needs.
Made 2 investments in Self-improvement