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Pratik Agarwal
Principal
Radhika Ananth
Vice President and Investor
Casey Aylward
Partner
Mahendran Balachandran
Partner, India
Julien Bek
Principal
Luca Bocchio
Partner
Andrei Brasoveanu
Partner
Katie Brown
Investor
Abhinav Chaturvedi
Partner
Ethan Choi
Partner
Miles Clements
Partner
Adrian Colyer
Venture Partner
Kevin Comolli
Partner
Anand Daniel
Partner
Ben Dooley
CFO
Peter Doyle
Investor
Sameer Gandhi
Partner
Martin Gibson
Technology Investor
Graham Hutson
Investor
Sara Ittelson
Partner
Dinesh Katiyar
Partner
Shekhar Kirani
Partner, India
Richard Kotite
Vice President
Gagan Kumar
General Partner
Daniel Levine
Partner
Ping Li
Partner
John Locke
Partner
Zhenya Loginov
Partner
Arun Mathew
Partner
Jonathan Mendelson
Investor
Subrata Mitra
Founder
Gonzalo Mocorrea
Investor
Vasant Natarajan
Partner
Vas Natarajan
Partner
Harry Nelis
Partner
Nate Niparko
Partner
Rachit Parekh
Investor
Vijaysai Patnaik
Associate
Prashanth Prakash
Co-Founder and Partner, India
Varun Purandare
Principal and Investor
Ben Quazzo
Investor, Venture and Growth
Rafael Quintanilla Loeillet
Early-Stage Investor
Tim Rawlinson
Investor - Growth
Tracy Sedlock
Chief Operating Partner
Manasi Shah
Vice President and Investment Team Member
Sarthak Singh
Investor
Ryan Sweeney
General Partner
Charles Tananbaum
Investor
Humza Tariq
Investor
Jonathan Turner
Partner
Cecilia Wang
Vice President and Investor
Matt Weigand
Partner
Eric Wolford
Venture Partner
Ivan Zhou
Partner
Richard Wong
Partner
Bruce Golden
Partner
Steve Loughlin
Partner
Barath Shankar Subramanian
Senior Analyst
David Waltcher
Investor
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ApnaMart
Series B in 2025
ApnaMart is a shop and online retail store.
FirstClub
Seed Round in 2024
FirstClub's mission is to become a rapid commerce-first omnichannel retailer that uses offline experience stores to promote the quality of its items. FirstClub's goal is to create a platform that serves customers and offers brands a unique opportunity to connect with affluent homes.
Faircado
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Faircado operates a sustainable shopping platform designed to enhance the circularity of produced goods by promoting second-hand purchases. The platform employs a smart algorithm that aggregates offers from major pre-owned marketplaces, allowing users to compare prices and sustainability scores of second-hand items across various categories, including electronics and books. This centralized approach enables consumers to make informed decisions while shopping, ultimately saving time, money, and resources. Faircado's commitment to reducing waste aligns with its mission to foster a more sustainable shopping experience.
ApnaMart
Series A in 2023
ApnaMart is a shop and online retail store.
Super Payments
Venture Round in 2022
Super Payments aims to transform the online shopping experience powering free payments for businesses, and rewarding shopping for members. Businesses on Super will only pay a commission if it results in an increase in sales, as opposed to charging merchants transaction fees.
CityMall
Series C in 2022
CityMall is a community commerce platform aimed at serving the 300 million new internet users in small cities, towns, and villages across India. It focuses on categories such as groceries, fresh and packaged FMCG, electronics, and fashion. Historically, e-commerce has primarily benefited residents of large metropolitan areas, largely due to barriers like trust issues, unfamiliarity with online transactions, and low average order values. CityMall addresses these challenges by leveraging "Community Leaders," who act as local connectors to facilitate customer acquisition, localized marketing, and last-mile logistics. This community-driven approach makes the model well-suited for smaller urban areas. Founded by alumni from IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee, CityMall aspires to create a network of micro-entrepreneurs, empowering them to establish a prominent e-commerce platform in India. The company is supported by several notable venture capital firms.
Minoan Experience
Seed Round in 2022
Minoan Experience help short-term rentals and boutique hotels enhance their appeal using our customizable, curated retail platform.
Mensa Brands
Venture Round in 2021
Mensa Brands is an investment firm that partners with entrepreneurs to build and scale digital brands. Mensa brands are investing working capital picking up equity in other D2C startups and scaling their brands' presence online. Its platform helps expertise in driving growth, product, merchandising, technology, supply chain, product, and access to global markets that help founders get a lucrative financial exit. At the same time, they transform their business through a successful partnership.
Shogun
Series C in 2021
Shogun is an E-commerce platform that helps brands create unique buying experiences and optimize their online stores. It specializes in the fields of eCommerce, Shopify, big commerce, web development, web design, and web content management. Shogun was founded on February 27, 2015, by Nick Raushenbush, Finbarr Taylor, and Damien Kan.
CityMall
Series B in 2021
CityMall is a community commerce platform aimed at serving the 300 million new internet users in small cities, towns, and villages across India. It focuses on categories such as groceries, fresh and packaged FMCG, electronics, and fashion. Historically, e-commerce has primarily benefited residents of large metropolitan areas, largely due to barriers like trust issues, unfamiliarity with online transactions, and low average order values. CityMall addresses these challenges by leveraging "Community Leaders," who act as local connectors to facilitate customer acquisition, localized marketing, and last-mile logistics. This community-driven approach makes the model well-suited for smaller urban areas. Founded by alumni from IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee, CityMall aspires to create a network of micro-entrepreneurs, empowering them to establish a prominent e-commerce platform in India. The company is supported by several notable venture capital firms.
Mensa Brands
Series A in 2021
Mensa Brands is an investment firm that partners with entrepreneurs to build and scale digital brands. Mensa brands are investing working capital picking up equity in other D2C startups and scaling their brands' presence online. Its platform helps expertise in driving growth, product, merchandising, technology, supply chain, product, and access to global markets that help founders get a lucrative financial exit. At the same time, they transform their business through a successful partnership.
Lyst
Venture Round in 2021
Lyst is a global fashion search platform that serves 70 million shoppers annually, offering over 4 million products from 11,000 leading fashion brands and stores. The platform functions as a personalized marketplace, allowing users to create customized shopping feeds and access a vast inventory of luxury and contemporary fashion. Lyst connects shoppers with designers and retailers, providing real-time updates on fashion trends and data. With a significant amount of funding raised from prominent investors, including those associated with well-known fashion brands and technology companies, Lyst continues to enhance its offerings in the online fashion retail space.
CityMall
Seed Round in 2020
CityMall is a community commerce platform aimed at serving the 300 million new internet users in small cities, towns, and villages across India. It focuses on categories such as groceries, fresh and packaged FMCG, electronics, and fashion. Historically, e-commerce has primarily benefited residents of large metropolitan areas, largely due to barriers like trust issues, unfamiliarity with online transactions, and low average order values. CityMall addresses these challenges by leveraging "Community Leaders," who act as local connectors to facilitate customer acquisition, localized marketing, and last-mile logistics. This community-driven approach makes the model well-suited for smaller urban areas. Founded by alumni from IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee, CityMall aspires to create a network of micro-entrepreneurs, empowering them to establish a prominent e-commerce platform in India. The company is supported by several notable venture capital firms.
Shogun
Series B in 2020
Shogun is an E-commerce platform that helps brands create unique buying experiences and optimize their online stores. It specializes in the fields of eCommerce, Shopify, big commerce, web development, web design, and web content management. Shogun was founded on February 27, 2015, by Nick Raushenbush, Finbarr Taylor, and Damien Kan.
simsim
Series A in 2019
Simsim is building a horizontal e-commerce platform keeping in mind the shopping behaviour of the Indian consumer and the need for trust and solutions in the local language. Lack of models catering to these needs of the customers has led to low overall penetration of online sales in the country. The next wave of online commerce in India will be enabled by solving for these unmet needs of the customer. Simsim uses a unique combination of content and commerce to help customers discover the right products for themselves.
HolidayMe
Series C in 2018
HolidayMe is an online travel portal founded in 2013 and operates under the registered trademark of Traveazy DMCC, with its headquarters in Dubai, UAE. The company provides a comprehensive travel booking platform that offers a range of services, including holiday planning, hotel bookings, customized travel packages, and booking vouchers. With a presence in multiple countries, including India, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, HolidayMe caters to both B2B and B2C markets, featuring products such as Umrah and leisure packages. The platform is designed to streamline the travel experience, allowing customers to easily select and book their desired holiday destinations through various payment methods. HolidayMe has received multiple accolades and recognition within the travel and startup community, highlighting its commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions in a competitive market.
Away
Series B in 2017
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand. The company is a vertically-integrated company offering beautiful, high-quality luggage at an affordable price point. Away designs special objects for modern travel. It started with luggage, designed with thoughtful features that solve real travel problems—for life. Now all that’s left is the world in front of you and the people you share it with. Because getting Away means getting more out of every trip to come.
HolidayMe
Series A in 2016
HolidayMe is an online travel portal founded in 2013 and operates under the registered trademark of Traveazy DMCC, with its headquarters in Dubai, UAE. The company provides a comprehensive travel booking platform that offers a range of services, including holiday planning, hotel bookings, customized travel packages, and booking vouchers. With a presence in multiple countries, including India, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, HolidayMe caters to both B2B and B2C markets, featuring products such as Umrah and leisure packages. The platform is designed to streamline the travel experience, allowing customers to easily select and book their desired holiday destinations through various payment methods. HolidayMe has received multiple accolades and recognition within the travel and startup community, highlighting its commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions in a competitive market.
Away
Series A in 2016
Away is a modern travel and lifestyle brand. The company is a vertically-integrated company offering beautiful, high-quality luggage at an affordable price point. Away designs special objects for modern travel. It started with luggage, designed with thoughtful features that solve real travel problems—for life. Now all that’s left is the world in front of you and the people you share it with. Because getting Away means getting more out of every trip to come.
CapriCoast
Series A in 2015
CapriCoast.com specializes in transforming the modular furniture market in India, particularly focusing on kitchen solutions. The company offers an extensive online 3D catalog that features a diverse range of kitchen models tailored to various design preferences and budgets. Customers can explore options that range from compact and functional designs to spacious and luxurious configurations. CapriCoast’s user-friendly online tools allow for easy comparison of designs, colors, and specifications, making the customization process straightforward and enjoyable. Additionally, the company provides access to a dedicated design team that offers free consultations, either by phone or on-site, to further tailor kitchen solutions to individual needs. By connecting customers with manufacturers and suppliers, CapriCoast facilitates a seamless purchasing experience for kitchen accessories and furnishings.
MySmartPrice
Series B in 2015
MySmartPrice is an online platform founded in 2010 by Sitakanta Ray and Sulakshan Kumar, designed to assist users in making informed purchasing decisions. The platform offers a comprehensive price comparison engine that allows consumers to discover the best products across various categories, including mobiles, electronics, computers, fashion, lifestyle, cameras, books, and appliances. With a focus on providing an efficient shopping research and discovery experience, MySmartPrice enables users to find the best prices, deals, and offers from all major e-commerce stores in India. The platform has gained significant traction, serving over four million users monthly who rely on its services to simplify their online shopping experience. Additionally, MySmartPrice has expanded its offerings with MSP Fashion, which helps users curate their seasonal looks by featuring a diverse range of global brands.
Joyus
Series C in 2015
Joyus is a startup that's helping shoppers discover goods via short-form videos. Welcome to Joyus, a brand new online shopping experience to help you discover and buy the things you'll love. Our purpose at Joyus is to help delight and transform your shopping experience by harnessing the power of video. Each week our amazing curators share their special apparel, beauty and lifestyle finds with you and then show you how to make them work for you. Each item is available for sale for a limited time through our exclusive video sales platform, making it easy for you to buy the things you love. You can also easily share these videos with your friends on Facebook and Twitter with just a simple click. Whether it's uncovering the latest trends, bringing our favorite brands with you, or solving a dilemma - all our video sales share one thing in common. We believe that sharing our authentic passion and finds with you is the key to creating a truly Joyus shopping experience online.
Zansaar
Seed Round in 2015
Zansaar is an online retail platform based in Bangalore, India, specializing in a diverse selection of home products. Launched in 2012, the company provides a comprehensive range of functional and stylish items, including furniture, kitchen essentials, décor, and outdoor products. Zansaar also caters to children's needs and offers fine foods and collectibles. By focusing on well-designed products at competitive prices, Zansaar aims to meet the various requirements of customers seeking to enhance their living spaces.
Lyst
Series C in 2015
Lyst is a global fashion search platform that serves 70 million shoppers annually, offering over 4 million products from 11,000 leading fashion brands and stores. The platform functions as a personalized marketplace, allowing users to create customized shopping feeds and access a vast inventory of luxury and contemporary fashion. Lyst connects shoppers with designers and retailers, providing real-time updates on fashion trends and data. With a significant amount of funding raised from prominent investors, including those associated with well-known fashion brands and technology companies, Lyst continues to enhance its offerings in the online fashion retail space.
CapriCoast
Seed Round in 2015
CapriCoast.com specializes in transforming the modular furniture market in India, particularly focusing on kitchen solutions. The company offers an extensive online 3D catalog that features a diverse range of kitchen models tailored to various design preferences and budgets. Customers can explore options that range from compact and functional designs to spacious and luxurious configurations. CapriCoast’s user-friendly online tools allow for easy comparison of designs, colors, and specifications, making the customization process straightforward and enjoyable. Additionally, the company provides access to a dedicated design team that offers free consultations, either by phone or on-site, to further tailor kitchen solutions to individual needs. By connecting customers with manufacturers and suppliers, CapriCoast facilitates a seamless purchasing experience for kitchen accessories and furnishings.
BaubleBar
Series B in 2014
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.
Jet
Series A in 2014
Jet is an e-commerce platform that provides a comprehensive shopping experience for its members, allowing them to purchase a diverse range of products across multiple categories. These categories include household items, health and beauty products, groceries, electronics, clothing, and more. Founded in April 2014 by Mark Lore, Mike Hanrahan, and Nate Faust, Jet is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey. The platform emphasizes convenience, enabling customers to shop easily and opt for cash on delivery. Since September 2016, Jet has operated as a subsidiary of Walmart, further integrating its services within a larger retail ecosystem.
Flipkart
Series G in 2014
Flipkart is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, offering over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, home appliances, and personal care items. Founded in 2007 by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the platform has grown to serve 75 million registered users and generates over 10 million daily visits. Flipkart efficiently handles approximately 8 million shipments per month, a figure that continues to rise. The company is also the parent of Flipkart Ventures, which invests in early-stage companies. In 2018, Flipkart was acquired by Walmart, further strengthening its position in the competitive e-commerce landscape. With a workforce of around 33,000 employees, Flipkart remains a significant player in the Indian online retail market.
Myntra
Venture Round in 2014
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Lyst
Series B in 2014
Lyst is a global fashion search platform that serves 70 million shoppers annually, offering over 4 million products from 11,000 leading fashion brands and stores. The platform functions as a personalized marketplace, allowing users to create customized shopping feeds and access a vast inventory of luxury and contemporary fashion. Lyst connects shoppers with designers and retailers, providing real-time updates on fashion trends and data. With a significant amount of funding raised from prominent investors, including those associated with well-known fashion brands and technology companies, Lyst continues to enhance its offerings in the online fashion retail space.
MySmartPrice
Series A in 2014
MySmartPrice is an online platform founded in 2010 by Sitakanta Ray and Sulakshan Kumar, designed to assist users in making informed purchasing decisions. The platform offers a comprehensive price comparison engine that allows consumers to discover the best products across various categories, including mobiles, electronics, computers, fashion, lifestyle, cameras, books, and appliances. With a focus on providing an efficient shopping research and discovery experience, MySmartPrice enables users to find the best prices, deals, and offers from all major e-commerce stores in India. The platform has gained significant traction, serving over four million users monthly who rely on its services to simplify their online shopping experience. Additionally, MySmartPrice has expanded its offerings with MSP Fashion, which helps users curate their seasonal looks by featuring a diverse range of global brands.
Top10
Series A in 2013
Top10.com is a comprehensive platform that offers a wide array of curated shortlists designed to facilitate informed purchasing decisions online. Established in 2009, it has gained the trust of millions by providing editorial reviews and in-depth articles across various categories, including online dating, website building, mortgage providers, and VPN services. The platform serves as a social recommendation and discovery tool, enabling users to create and share recommendations on a range of products and services. By continuously expanding its offerings, Top10.com aims to simplify the decision-making process for consumers navigating the complexities of the digital marketplace.
Flipkart
Series E in 2013
Flipkart is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, offering over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, home appliances, and personal care items. Founded in 2007 by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the platform has grown to serve 75 million registered users and generates over 10 million daily visits. Flipkart efficiently handles approximately 8 million shipments per month, a figure that continues to rise. The company is also the parent of Flipkart Ventures, which invests in early-stage companies. In 2018, Flipkart was acquired by Walmart, further strengthening its position in the competitive e-commerce landscape. With a workforce of around 33,000 employees, Flipkart remains a significant player in the Indian online retail market.
Shopmium
Series B in 2013
Shopmium is a mobile shopping service that provides consumer brands with a platform to connect directly with consumers. Through its mobile application, Shopmium offers special promotions and coupons that are delivered to users' smartphones. The service enhances the shopping experience by leveraging rich media and appealing product presentations, allowing brands to effectively engage their audience. By focusing on mobile couponing and promotions, Shopmium facilitates a direct relationship between brands and consumers, making it easier for users to access exclusive offers and discounts on various products.
Myntra
Venture Round in 2013
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Joyus
Series B in 2013
Joyus is a startup that's helping shoppers discover goods via short-form videos. Welcome to Joyus, a brand new online shopping experience to help you discover and buy the things you'll love. Our purpose at Joyus is to help delight and transform your shopping experience by harnessing the power of video. Each week our amazing curators share their special apparel, beauty and lifestyle finds with you and then show you how to make them work for you. Each item is available for sale for a limited time through our exclusive video sales platform, making it easy for you to buy the things you love. You can also easily share these videos with your friends on Facebook and Twitter with just a simple click. Whether it's uncovering the latest trends, bringing our favorite brands with you, or solving a dilemma - all our video sales share one thing in common. We believe that sharing our authentic passion and finds with you is the key to creating a truly Joyus shopping experience online.
Babyoye
Venture Round in 2013
Babyoye is an online retailer that caters to modern Indian parents by offering a wide range of pregnancy, infant care, and mother care products and services. The platform provides access to maternity goods, children's clothing, diapers, bath and skincare products, health and safety items, and toys. In addition to its online presence, Babyoye also operates physical retail stores across India, further enhancing its reach and accessibility for customers seeking quality products for mothers and their children.
Bonobos
Venture Round in 2013
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
Myntra
Series E in 2013
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Abe's Market
Series B in 2013
Abe's Market is an online marketplace dedicated to connecting consumers with natural product entrepreneurs. The platform allows these entrepreneurs to showcase their unique products and share their stories, facilitating a direct relationship between buyers and makers. By focusing on natural goods, Abe's Market serves as a curated space where customers can discover and purchase a variety of products that prioritize health and sustainability. This approach not only promotes small businesses but also caters to the growing demand for natural and organic options in the marketplace.
Abe's Market
Equity Crowdfunding in 2012
Abe's Market is an online marketplace dedicated to connecting consumers with natural product entrepreneurs. The platform allows these entrepreneurs to showcase their unique products and share their stories, facilitating a direct relationship between buyers and makers. By focusing on natural goods, Abe's Market serves as a curated space where customers can discover and purchase a variety of products that prioritize health and sustainability. This approach not only promotes small businesses but also caters to the growing demand for natural and organic options in the marketplace.
Flipkart
Series D in 2012
Flipkart is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, offering over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, home appliances, and personal care items. Founded in 2007 by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the platform has grown to serve 75 million registered users and generates over 10 million daily visits. Flipkart efficiently handles approximately 8 million shipments per month, a figure that continues to rise. The company is also the parent of Flipkart Ventures, which invests in early-stage companies. In 2018, Flipkart was acquired by Walmart, further strengthening its position in the competitive e-commerce landscape. With a workforce of around 33,000 employees, Flipkart remains a significant player in the Indian online retail market.
One Jackson
Seed Round in 2012
One Jackson is an e-commerce startup that offers crowd-sourced, indie designs for children's clothing.
BaubleBar
Series A in 2012
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.
Lyst
Series A in 2012
Lyst is a global fashion search platform that serves 70 million shoppers annually, offering over 4 million products from 11,000 leading fashion brands and stores. The platform functions as a personalized marketplace, allowing users to create customized shopping feeds and access a vast inventory of luxury and contemporary fashion. Lyst connects shoppers with designers and retailers, providing real-time updates on fashion trends and data. With a significant amount of funding raised from prominent investors, including those associated with well-known fashion brands and technology companies, Lyst continues to enhance its offerings in the online fashion retail space.
KupiVIP
Series D in 2012
KupiVIP is a prominent Russian online fashion retailer that specializes in offering discounted apparel and home goods from both high-street and luxury brands. Established in 2008 by Vladimir Kholyaznikov, Mikhail Konoplev, and Oskar Hartmann, the company has rapidly expanded its reach, amassing a customer base of 6 million. KupiVIP features up to 20 private flash sales each day, providing consumers with the opportunity to purchase fashionable clothing and accessories at reduced prices. By collaborating with various global brands, KupiVIP enables customers to conveniently access and buy branded items at affordable rates. The company is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.
Etsy
Series F in 2012
Etsy, Inc. operates online marketplaces primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France, and Germany, connecting buyers and sellers of handmade, vintage, and craft items. The company offers a diverse range of approximately 66 million products across various categories, including clothing, jewelry, craft supplies, and home goods. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Etsy provides seller services such as payment processing through Etsy Payments, advertising via Etsy Ads, and discounted shipping labels for sellers in select countries. Additionally, it offers tools like the Shop Manager dashboard for inventory and order management, Targeted Offers for promotions, and educational resources for sellers. With significant gross merchandise volume and a growing user base of over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers as of 2023, Etsy has established itself as a key player in the e-commerce market.
Bonobos
Venture Round in 2012
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
Fantasy Shopper
Series A in 2012
Fantasy Shopper is a social shopping platform which integrates online and offline fashion retail in a unique and entertaining environment.
BeachMint
Venture Round in 2012
BeachMint is a venture backed social commerce company for designer-curated direct to consumer sites, founded by serial tech entrepreneurs, Josh Berman (Co-Founder MySpace) and Diego Berdakin. BeachMint launched their first brand, JewelMint, with Kate Bosworth and celebrity stylist, Cher Coulter, in October 2010, StyleMint with Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen in July 2011, BeautyMint with Jessica Simpson and celebrity skincare expert, Nerida Joy, in October 2011, ShoeMint with Rachel Bilson and celebrity stylist, Nicole Chavez, in collaboration with Steve Madden, HomeMint with Justin Timberlake and interior designer Estee Stanley in May 2012, and intiMINT with Brooke Burke-Charvet in June of 2012. Each site offers a subscription shopping model with personalized product recommendations for its members from their respective celebrity and expert. BeachMint recently announced a $35 million funding round led by Accel Partners, with participation from Goldman Sachs, New World Ventures and Millennium Technology Value Partners, with existing investors NEA, Trinity, Scale, Anthem, Lightbank (the founders of Groupon) and NALA Investments participating as well. This brings BeachMint’s total funding to over $80 million. Each of BeachMints online brands offer its members exclusive products that have been conceived through an authentic relationship with its celebrity designer and expert. Members have access to creative original content, personalized style advice and a curated assortment which changes on a monthly basis while consistently presenting a significant value over comparable items available elsewhere..
Shopmium
Venture Round in 2011
Shopmium is a mobile shopping service that provides consumer brands with a platform to connect directly with consumers. Through its mobile application, Shopmium offers special promotions and coupons that are delivered to users' smartphones. The service enhances the shopping experience by leveraging rich media and appealing product presentations, allowing brands to effectively engage their audience. By focusing on mobile couponing and promotions, Shopmium facilitates a direct relationship between brands and consumers, making it easier for users to access exclusive offers and discounts on various products.
Shoes 4 the Shoeless
Series A in 2011
Shoes4you is a Brazilian company that brings to the national scene a new concept in the sale of women's shoes. The site works on the subscription system: members pay a monthly amount and receive a personalized selection of shoes according to their profile. They can purchase one or more models from this list every month. More than an e-commerce site, Shoes4you acts as a platform for members to exchange tips, share opinions and showcase their acquisitions. The company also owns its own label, which will be sold exclusively by the site. The creation of these shoes and the selection of customer styles is made by fashion professionals who are always attentive to the latest trends in the fashion world.
Joyus
Series A in 2011
Joyus is a startup that's helping shoppers discover goods via short-form videos. Welcome to Joyus, a brand new online shopping experience to help you discover and buy the things you'll love. Our purpose at Joyus is to help delight and transform your shopping experience by harnessing the power of video. Each week our amazing curators share their special apparel, beauty and lifestyle finds with you and then show you how to make them work for you. Each item is available for sale for a limited time through our exclusive video sales platform, making it easy for you to buy the things you love. You can also easily share these videos with your friends on Facebook and Twitter with just a simple click. Whether it's uncovering the latest trends, bringing our favorite brands with you, or solving a dilemma - all our video sales share one thing in common. We believe that sharing our authentic passion and finds with you is the key to creating a truly Joyus shopping experience online.
Myntra
Series C in 2011
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Babyoye
Venture Round in 2011
Babyoye is an online retailer that caters to modern Indian parents by offering a wide range of pregnancy, infant care, and mother care products and services. The platform provides access to maternity goods, children's clothing, diapers, bath and skincare products, health and safety items, and toys. In addition to its online presence, Babyoye also operates physical retail stores across India, further enhancing its reach and accessibility for customers seeking quality products for mothers and their children.
KupiVIP
Series C in 2011
KupiVIP is a prominent Russian online fashion retailer that specializes in offering discounted apparel and home goods from both high-street and luxury brands. Established in 2008 by Vladimir Kholyaznikov, Mikhail Konoplev, and Oskar Hartmann, the company has rapidly expanded its reach, amassing a customer base of 6 million. KupiVIP features up to 20 private flash sales each day, providing consumers with the opportunity to purchase fashionable clothing and accessories at reduced prices. By collaborating with various global brands, KupiVIP enables customers to conveniently access and buy branded items at affordable rates. The company is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.
Abe's Market
Series A in 2011
Abe's Market is an online marketplace dedicated to connecting consumers with natural product entrepreneurs. The platform allows these entrepreneurs to showcase their unique products and share their stories, facilitating a direct relationship between buyers and makers. By focusing on natural goods, Abe's Market serves as a curated space where customers can discover and purchase a variety of products that prioritize health and sustainability. This approach not only promotes small businesses but also caters to the growing demand for natural and organic options in the marketplace.
Bonobos
Series B in 2010
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
YellowDog Media
Series A in 2010
YellowDog Media (previously Yardsellr) is an online marketplace which uses social networks to connect buyers and sellers. Yardsellr believes that people are natural born buyers and sellers. In the tradition of neighborhood garage- and yard-sales, we make it easy for you to list and sell, or find and buy whatever you want. Best of all, the buying and selling is done by regular people like you. That means you get great prices from folks you can trust within your network or within a friend's network. When you put something up for sale, Yardsellr will spread the word about your item within your online "neighborhood" - social and messaging networks like Facebook, Twitter and Google to start. (We'll be adding more ways to spread the word about what you have for sale, so stay tuned.) Yardsellr makes it easy to show your stuff for sale to potential buyers no matter where they are online. For the buyer, it's just as easy. Yardsellr knows that destination sites like Craigslist and eBay have become pretty crowded and hard to use. It's tough to know who you can trust and even harder to find great deals from everyday people. Our "For Sale" page is available anywhere online where a buyer is hanging out. And checkout is a breeze for buyers and sellers. Great deals are only a click or two away when you discover and buy with Yardsellr.
BaubleBar
Series A in 2010
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.
Lyst
Seed Round in 2010
Lyst is a global fashion search platform that serves 70 million shoppers annually, offering over 4 million products from 11,000 leading fashion brands and stores. The platform functions as a personalized marketplace, allowing users to create customized shopping feeds and access a vast inventory of luxury and contemporary fashion. Lyst connects shoppers with designers and retailers, providing real-time updates on fashion trends and data. With a significant amount of funding raised from prominent investors, including those associated with well-known fashion brands and technology companies, Lyst continues to enhance its offerings in the online fashion retail space.
Etsy
Series E in 2010
Etsy, Inc. operates online marketplaces primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France, and Germany, connecting buyers and sellers of handmade, vintage, and craft items. The company offers a diverse range of approximately 66 million products across various categories, including clothing, jewelry, craft supplies, and home goods. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Etsy provides seller services such as payment processing through Etsy Payments, advertising via Etsy Ads, and discounted shipping labels for sellers in select countries. Additionally, it offers tools like the Shop Manager dashboard for inventory and order management, Targeted Offers for promotions, and educational resources for sellers. With significant gross merchandise volume and a growing user base of over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers as of 2023, Etsy has established itself as a key player in the e-commerce market.
Myntra
Series B in 2010
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Groupon
Series C in 2010
Groupon operates online local commerce marketplaces that connect consumers with merchants by offering discounted goods and services in North America and internationally. The company provides a wide array of deals, including those related to events, health and wellness, food and drink, home and garden, automotive services, and travel options such as hotels and airfare. Groupon also features various consumer products, including electronics and apparel, available through its platform. It allows customers to browse and purchase deals via websites, mobile applications, emails, and social media. Merchants benefit from customizable deal campaigns and payment processing solutions. Groupon generates its revenue primarily through commissions from transactions conducted on its platform, including sales made through digital coupons. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Groupon has been active since 2008, evolving from its original name, ThePoint.com, Inc.
Groupon
Series B in 2009
Groupon operates online local commerce marketplaces that connect consumers with merchants by offering discounted goods and services in North America and internationally. The company provides a wide array of deals, including those related to events, health and wellness, food and drink, home and garden, automotive services, and travel options such as hotels and airfare. Groupon also features various consumer products, including electronics and apparel, available through its platform. It allows customers to browse and purchase deals via websites, mobile applications, emails, and social media. Merchants benefit from customizable deal campaigns and payment processing solutions. Groupon generates its revenue primarily through commissions from transactions conducted on its platform, including sales made through digital coupons. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Groupon has been active since 2008, evolving from its original name, ThePoint.com, Inc.
Quidsi
Series E in 2009
Quidsi is one of the world's fastest growing e-commerce companies and parent of Diapers.com (baby care), Soap.com (household essentials) and BeautyBar.com (prestige beauty). The company's mission is to make life easier by creating a new type of e-commerce experience, delivering in 1-2 days, and providing incredible customer service. Quidsi is redefining e-commerce by combining the focus and customer connection of a specialty store with the scale, efficiency, choice, value and reliability of a massive global retailer.
Flipkart
Series A in 2009
Flipkart is an e-commerce marketplace based in Bengaluru, India, offering over 30 million products across more than 70 categories, including electronics, home appliances, and personal care items. Founded in 2007 by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the platform has grown to serve 75 million registered users and generates over 10 million daily visits. Flipkart efficiently handles approximately 8 million shipments per month, a figure that continues to rise. The company is also the parent of Flipkart Ventures, which invests in early-stage companies. In 2018, Flipkart was acquired by Walmart, further strengthening its position in the competitive e-commerce landscape. With a workforce of around 33,000 employees, Flipkart remains a significant player in the Indian online retail market.
KupiVIP
Series B in 2009
KupiVIP is a prominent Russian online fashion retailer that specializes in offering discounted apparel and home goods from both high-street and luxury brands. Established in 2008 by Vladimir Kholyaznikov, Mikhail Konoplev, and Oskar Hartmann, the company has rapidly expanded its reach, amassing a customer base of 6 million. KupiVIP features up to 20 private flash sales each day, providing consumers with the opportunity to purchase fashionable clothing and accessories at reduced prices. By collaborating with various global brands, KupiVIP enables customers to conveniently access and buy branded items at affordable rates. The company is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.
Spreadshirt
Series B in 2009
Spreadshirt is a custom merchandise partner that specializes in personalized clothing and accessories, offering products such as t-shirts, sweaters, bags, and aprons. Founded in 2002, the company operates under the broader umbrella of Spread Group, which encompasses five digital brands aimed at empowering self-expression through print-on-demand solutions. Spreadshirt enables individuals and businesses to customize their products through its "Create Your Own" feature and connects designers with customers through its marketplace, which includes platforms like Amazon and eBay. Entrepreneurs can launch their own online stores via Spreadshop, while teams can obtain matching kits through Teamshirts. The company serves a global customer base in over 170 countries, supported by five production facilities in the United States and Europe, delivering on-demand printing with a commitment to sustainability. In 2019, Spreadshirt achieved significant milestones, including a global revenue of €131 million and the printing of more than 6.4 million items.
Myntra
Series A in 2008
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
Etsy
Series D in 2008
Etsy, Inc. operates online marketplaces primarily in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France, and Germany, connecting buyers and sellers of handmade, vintage, and craft items. The company offers a diverse range of approximately 66 million products across various categories, including clothing, jewelry, craft supplies, and home goods. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Etsy provides seller services such as payment processing through Etsy Payments, advertising via Etsy Ads, and discounted shipping labels for sellers in select countries. Additionally, it offers tools like the Shop Manager dashboard for inventory and order management, Targeted Offers for promotions, and educational resources for sellers. With significant gross merchandise volume and a growing user base of over 96 million buyers and 9 million sellers as of 2023, Etsy has established itself as a key player in the e-commerce market.
KAYAK
Series D in 2007
KAYAK helps millions of travelers around the globe make confident travel decisions. As one of the world’s leading travel search engines, KAYAK searches other sites to show travelers the information they need to find the right flights, hotels, rental cars and vacation packages. KAYAK offers a variety of tools and features such as KAYAK trips, explore, and price forecast. In addition, KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands including: SWOODOO, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined that together process 6 billion queries across our platforms each year. KAYAK is part of Booking Holdings Inc. and operates sites in more than 60 countries and territories. KAYAK was launched in the US in 2004 by a team of industry leaders including Steve Hafner (CEO) a co-founder of Orbitz, Paul English (CTO) a former VP of technology at Intuit, Terrell Jones (Chairman), founder of Travelocity, and Greg Slyngstad (Director), a co-founder of Expedia.
Myntra
Seed Round in 2007
Myntra is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products to consumers. The company features an extensive catalog of current season items and offers a user-friendly online marketplace where customers can easily navigate through various products. Myntra emphasizes authenticity and personalization, allowing shoppers to find unique merchandise that suits their tastes. The platform also supports cash-on-delivery options, enhancing customer convenience. With a commitment to accessibility, Myntra aims to make fashion more attainable and enjoyable for everyone.
KAYAK
Series C in 2006
KAYAK helps millions of travelers around the globe make confident travel decisions. As one of the world’s leading travel search engines, KAYAK searches other sites to show travelers the information they need to find the right flights, hotels, rental cars and vacation packages. KAYAK offers a variety of tools and features such as KAYAK trips, explore, and price forecast. In addition, KAYAK also manages a portfolio of metasearch brands including: SWOODOO, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined that together process 6 billion queries across our platforms each year. KAYAK is part of Booking Holdings Inc. and operates sites in more than 60 countries and territories. KAYAK was launched in the US in 2004 by a team of industry leaders including Steve Hafner (CEO) a co-founder of Orbitz, Paul English (CTO) a former VP of technology at Intuit, Terrell Jones (Chairman), founder of Travelocity, and Greg Slyngstad (Director), a co-founder of Expedia.
CHECK24
Venture Round in 2005
CHECK24 is an online platform that offers free comparisons across various sectors, including insurance, energy, finance, telecommunications, and travel. By providing users with easy-to-use comparison tools, CHECK24 enhances market transparency, allowing customers to identify favorable tariffs and prices. The platform also enables users to search for professional services such as personal trainers, photographers, and guitar teachers, thereby facilitating access to a wide range of goods and services. The company's mission is to simplify decision-making for consumers, making it easier for them to find the best options in a hassle-free manner.
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