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Jay Rughani
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Michael Sandwick
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Gil Shafir
Partner
Kristina Shen
General Partner
Jeffrey Silverstein
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Arianna Simpson
General Partner
Sumeet Singh
Partner
Steven Sinofsky
Board Partner
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General Partner
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Operating Partner
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Robert H. Swan
Operating Partner
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Kimberly Tan
Investment Partner
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Partner
Gabriel Vasquez
Partner
Melissa Wasser
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Partner
Daisy Wolf
Investing Partner
Carra Wu
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Partner
Guy Wuollet
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Shangda Xu
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Zeya Yang
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JJ Yu
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General Partner
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Investment Partner
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Past deals in Marketplace
Turquoise Health
Series B in 2024
Turquoise Health is a health tech company focused on simplifying healthcare administration to lower costs and reduce complexity. By leveraging data from hospital and payer machine-readable files, the company has created a marketplace that connects patients, providers, and payers. Its platform allows users to browse and compare prices for elective services offered by hospitals, as well as to compare insurance services. This functionality enables individuals to save money on elective treatments and helps healthcare organizations attract both cash-paying and insured patients. Turquoise Health aims to enhance transparency in healthcare pricing, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved.
Fleek
Venture Round in 2023
Fleek is a B2B Wholesale Marketplace for second-hand fashion. Our buyers are vintage stores and online resellers; our suppliers are used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centres.
Shef
Series B in 2023
Shef, Inc. is a homemade food marketplace that connects local cooks with consumers seeking authentic, home-cooked meals. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the platform allows users to order meals prepared by certified chefs from various cultural backgrounds. Operating in seven major markets, including San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Shef aims to empower local cooks to earn a meaningful income while offering consumers access to healthy and affordable dining options. The company focuses on promoting economic empowerment and cultural inclusivity through its diverse meal offerings.
Grouping
Series B in 2022
Grouping is an online group buying platform that aims to simplify the purchasing process by breaking down industry barriers. It offers a diverse range of products, including fashion, home decor, and handmade crafts, catering to various consumer needs. The platform features a free shipping and return policy, enhancing the shopping experience for users. Additionally, it provides opportunities for individuals to earn money by participating in group purchases, thereby promoting community engagement and collaboration. Grouping seeks to empower users to enhance their lifestyles through accessible and innovative shopping solutions.
Anzen
Seed Round in 2022
Anzen specializes in underwriting and brokering various types of Executive, Cyber, and Professional Liability insurance, including D&O, EPL, Cyber, Fiduciary, Crime, Tech E&O, and E&O. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Anzen streamlines the insurance process, allowing submissions to be made through a simple email or a brief digital application. The platform connects thousands of brokers to a marketplace of leading insurance carriers, facilitating competitive coverage placements and efficient transactions. Anzen's services cater to a range of businesses, from small to mid-market private companies, helping them identify and mitigate risks. Additionally, the company provides integrated tools with human resources systems and incident response services, enabling organizations to manage operational risks and liabilities effectively.
Tomorrow Health
Series B in 2022
Tomorrow Health is a technology-driven home healthcare company based in New York, New York, that operates an online marketplace for medical supplies and equipment. Founded in 2018, it provides a wide range of products, including wheelchairs, ventilators, prosthetics, and wound care items. The company connects patients, health plans, and home-based care suppliers to improve access to necessary medical equipment while simplifying the ordering and insurance processes. By matching patients with suppliers based on factors such as insurance coverage and service quality, Tomorrow Health aims to streamline logistics and enhance personalized support for families managing care at home. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to eliminate paperwork and reduce delivery delays, ensuring patients receive the essential supplies they need.
Clockwork Labs
Series A in 2022
Clockwork Labs is a game studio that specializes in creating massively-multiplayer societal games, emphasizing social interaction and cooperation rather than solely combat. The studio is developing a crypto-based role-playing gaming platform that allows users to personalize virtual land and engage in gameplay that integrates with the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Players can earn rewards in the form of mint Hex cryptocurrency coins, promoting an engaging experience that combines gaming with economic incentives. This approach aims to foster community and collaboration among players while offering opportunities for earning within the gaming environment.
Belong
Series C in 2022
Belong operates a property management platform that integrates various aspects of the home rental and improvement process. It aims to redefine the rental experience by fostering a sense of community among residents and property owners. Unlike traditional landlord-tenant relationships, Belong promotes a mutual respect and connection between individuals seeking homes and those offering them. The platform employs proprietary algorithms to determine rental prices and ensures a thorough vetting process for residents, including background checks and interviews. This approach not only streamlines the renting process but also enhances the sense of belonging for renters, who are encouraged to engage with their communities and local businesses. Belong caters to those who prioritize lifestyle choices over home ownership, creating a supportive environment for both residents and property owners.
Turquoise Health
Series A in 2022
Turquoise Health is a health tech company focused on simplifying healthcare administration to lower costs and reduce complexity. By leveraging data from hospital and payer machine-readable files, the company has created a marketplace that connects patients, providers, and payers. Its platform allows users to browse and compare prices for elective services offered by hospitals, as well as to compare insurance services. This functionality enables individuals to save money on elective treatments and helps healthcare organizations attract both cash-paying and insured patients. Turquoise Health aims to enhance transparency in healthcare pricing, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved.
Co:Create
Seed Round in 2022
Co:Create is a company that focuses on facilitating growth for NFT projects and Web3 brands. It operates a curated platform that connects tattoo collectors with artists, offering customers exclusive access to tattoo services. The platform provides white-glove service, priority booking, and detailed scheduling options, allowing users to customize their tattoo experience. Customers can request custom designs or purchase pre-drawn artwork from top tattoo artists, ensuring a personalized and high-quality service. Co:Create aims to enhance the interaction between artists and collectors, fostering a dynamic environment for creativity and innovation within the tattoo community.
Inventa
Series B in 2022
Inventa is a wholesale marketplace that connects suppliers and retailers in search of new business opportunities. It aims to make the lives of millions of Latin American entrepreneurs easier by connecting fantastic brands to small and medium-sized retailers and facilitating the entire purchasing, selection, and discovery of new products, credit, logistics, and service processes.
Sky Mavis
Series C in 2022
Sky Mavis is a technology company focused on developing decentralized applications and services, particularly in the realms of blockchain and video games. The company operates as a blockchain studio that designs games and practical applications, creating virtual worlds where players have ownership of their in-game assets. By facilitating player-owned economies and marketplaces for trading digital collectibles, Sky Mavis empowers gamers to achieve economic freedom through the buying and selling of these assets.
Fleek
Seed Round in 2022
Fleek is a B2B Wholesale Marketplace for second-hand fashion. Our buyers are vintage stores and online resellers; our suppliers are used clothing wholesalers, rag-houses, and donation centres.
Anyroad
Series B in 2022
AnyRoad Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that connects tourism customers with professional tour guides, facilitating the booking and management of various tours and experiences. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves multiple global locations, including Rio de Janeiro, San Francisco, New York, London, Tokyo, and Israel. AnyRoad specializes in experiential marketing, enabling businesses to enhance their events, tours, and other branded experiences to foster consumer loyalty and improve return on investment. The platform integrates with existing customer relationship management and point-of-sale systems, allowing brands to measure the impact of experiences on consumer perceptions and revenue growth, thereby optimizing their marketing strategies.
Filmhub
Seed Round in 2022
Filmhub is a cloud-based digital film distribution platform that modernizes the film distribution process for creators and exhibitors, including various streaming channels. By offering a B2B marketplace, Filmhub enables filmmakers, producers, distributors, and sales agents to deliver and license their titles efficiently. The platform streamlines the entire transaction process, incorporating automated media asset management, rights management, and payment flow. This innovative approach not only facilitates distribution but also helps content owners generate revenue from a wide range of streaming services. Through its technology, Filmhub enhances discoverability and simplifies the complex logistics traditionally associated with film distribution.
Tackle
Series C in 2021
Tackle.io is a platform that helps software companies initiate revenue channels with the cloud marketplaces (AWS, Azure, GCP). Its platform simplifies the listing process and eliminates the need to dedicate engineers to learn and continually manage the technical aspects of the three cloud marketplaces. Tackle.io was founded in 2016 by Brian Denker, Dillon Woods, and John Jahnke.
Sky Mavis
Series B in 2021
Sky Mavis is a technology company focused on developing decentralized applications and services, particularly in the realms of blockchain and video games. The company operates as a blockchain studio that designs games and practical applications, creating virtual worlds where players have ownership of their in-game assets. By facilitating player-owned economies and marketplaces for trading digital collectibles, Sky Mavis empowers gamers to achieve economic freedom through the buying and selling of these assets.
Shapeways
Post in 2021
Shapeways, Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that allows users to create, buy, and sell customized products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, DIY projects, miniatures, and gifts. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and Seattle, Washington, Shapeways utilizes on-demand printing to ensure that each order is tailored to individual specifications. The platform not only facilitates the transformation of digital designs into physical products but also fosters a community where members can share ideas and access advanced 3D printing technology. By democratizing the creation process, Shapeways empowers users to launch their own businesses and sell products globally.
Whatnot
Series C in 2021
Whatnot Inc. operates an online marketplace that specializes in buying and selling authenticated collectibles, including Funko Pops and limited-edition toys. Founded in 2019 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the company offers a livestream shopping platform where users can discover and trade a diverse range of products, such as fashion, beauty items, and electronics. Whatnot emphasizes community engagement and entertainment, creating a unique shopping experience through features like live shopping and auctions. The platform ensures the authenticity of every product sold, enabling collectors and enthusiasts to safely transact and connect with one another.
Queenly
Seed Round in 2021
Queenly is an online marketplace designed specifically for the formalwear industry, connecting sellers and buyers of dresses for occasions such as prom, pageants, quinceañeras, and weddings. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, the company has quickly gained traction, establishing the largest inventory of formal dresses in the United States, surpassing well-known retailers. Queenly's platform includes features that allow users to conduct custom searches and negotiate prices, facilitating a flexible purchasing experience. The company emerged from the Y Combinator Winter 2021 batch and has attracted significant investment, positioning itself as a vital player in a market that has traditionally been underserved. By catering to a community of dress enthusiasts, Queenly aims to address the challenges associated with high-priced, low-usage formalwear inventory.
Turquoise Health
Seed Round in 2021
Turquoise Health is a health tech company focused on simplifying healthcare administration to lower costs and reduce complexity. By leveraging data from hospital and payer machine-readable files, the company has created a marketplace that connects patients, providers, and payers. Its platform allows users to browse and compare prices for elective services offered by hospitals, as well as to compare insurance services. This functionality enables individuals to save money on elective treatments and helps healthcare organizations attract both cash-paying and insured patients. Turquoise Health aims to enhance transparency in healthcare pricing, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved.
OpenSea
Series B in 2021
OpenSea is a peer-to-peer marketplace dedicated to the trading of crypto collectibles and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). It facilitates the buying and selling of various digital assets, including gaming items and virtual goods, all secured by blockchain technology. Users can engage in transactions through smart contracts, which enhance security and trust in the trading process. The platform aims to streamline the exchange of these digital assets, making it accessible for anyone interested in the world of crypto collectibles. By providing a user-friendly interface and robust infrastructure, OpenSea has established itself as a leading marketplace in the burgeoning NFT space.
Otter
Series A in 2021
Otter is a community builder who is passionate about helping families thrive on their own terms. The company's platform helps to meet with nearby stay-at-home parents who offer a parenting approach and can take care of kids, enabling parents to manage their scheduling, payment, and pick-up and drop-off logistics. It also connects parents who need childcare with a stay at home parents who can care for their kids. Otter was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Shef
Series A in 2021
Shef, Inc. is a homemade food marketplace that connects local cooks with consumers seeking authentic, home-cooked meals. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the platform allows users to order meals prepared by certified chefs from various cultural backgrounds. Operating in seven major markets, including San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Shef aims to empower local cooks to earn a meaningful income while offering consumers access to healthy and affordable dining options. The company focuses on promoting economic empowerment and cultural inclusivity through its diverse meal offerings.
Tomorrow Health
Series A in 2021
Tomorrow Health is a technology-driven home healthcare company based in New York, New York, that operates an online marketplace for medical supplies and equipment. Founded in 2018, it provides a wide range of products, including wheelchairs, ventilators, prosthetics, and wound care items. The company connects patients, health plans, and home-based care suppliers to improve access to necessary medical equipment while simplifying the ordering and insurance processes. By matching patients with suppliers based on factors such as insurance coverage and service quality, Tomorrow Health aims to streamline logistics and enhance personalized support for families managing care at home. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to eliminate paperwork and reduce delivery delays, ensuring patients receive the essential supplies they need.
StarStock
Series A in 2021
StarStock, Inc. is an online marketplace based in Mamaroneck, New York, that caters to sports card hobbyists and fans. Founded in 2019, the platform enables users to buy, sell, and invest in cards featuring their favorite athletes and celebrities. StarStock authenticates and securely stores the cards in a centralized vault, allowing users to trade without the need to physically handle or ship the cards. This streamlined process provides instant ownership at the time of trade, facilitating large-scale transactions with lower costs. Additionally, each user receives a digital representation of their cards, enhancing their ability to manage their collections and investments efficiently.
Anyroad
Series A in 2021
AnyRoad Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that connects tourism customers with professional tour guides, facilitating the booking and management of various tours and experiences. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves multiple global locations, including Rio de Janeiro, San Francisco, New York, London, Tokyo, and Israel. AnyRoad specializes in experiential marketing, enabling businesses to enhance their events, tours, and other branded experiences to foster consumer loyalty and improve return on investment. The platform integrates with existing customer relationship management and point-of-sale systems, allowing brands to measure the impact of experiences on consumer perceptions and revenue growth, thereby optimizing their marketing strategies.
Otter
Venture Round in 2021
Otter is a community builder who is passionate about helping families thrive on their own terms. The company's platform helps to meet with nearby stay-at-home parents who offer a parenting approach and can take care of kids, enabling parents to manage their scheduling, payment, and pick-up and drop-off logistics. It also connects parents who need childcare with a stay at home parents who can care for their kids. Otter was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Whatnot
Series A in 2021
Whatnot Inc. operates an online marketplace that specializes in buying and selling authenticated collectibles, including Funko Pops and limited-edition toys. Founded in 2019 and based in Marina Del Rey, California, the company offers a livestream shopping platform where users can discover and trade a diverse range of products, such as fashion, beauty items, and electronics. Whatnot emphasizes community engagement and entertainment, creating a unique shopping experience through features like live shopping and auctions. The platform ensures the authenticity of every product sold, enabling collectors and enthusiasts to safely transact and connect with one another.
Otter
Seed Round in 2020
Otter is a community builder who is passionate about helping families thrive on their own terms. The company's platform helps to meet with nearby stay-at-home parents who offer a parenting approach and can take care of kids, enabling parents to manage their scheduling, payment, and pick-up and drop-off logistics. It also connects parents who need childcare with a stay at home parents who can care for their kids. Otter was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Tomorrow Health
Seed Round in 2020
Tomorrow Health is a technology-driven home healthcare company based in New York, New York, that operates an online marketplace for medical supplies and equipment. Founded in 2018, it provides a wide range of products, including wheelchairs, ventilators, prosthetics, and wound care items. The company connects patients, health plans, and home-based care suppliers to improve access to necessary medical equipment while simplifying the ordering and insurance processes. By matching patients with suppliers based on factors such as insurance coverage and service quality, Tomorrow Health aims to streamline logistics and enhance personalized support for families managing care at home. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to eliminate paperwork and reduce delivery delays, ensuring patients receive the essential supplies they need.
OfferUp
Venture Round in 2020
OfferUp, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of various items within local communities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the platform allows users to post items for sale and browse new local postings using mobile devices. It caters to a wide range of product categories, including electronics, furniture, vehicles, and various household items. Users can communicate with potential buyers and sellers through messaging features, enabling them to negotiate prices and arrange meetings. OfferUp aims to create a convenient marketplace that connects people with similar interests and fosters local commerce.
Loft
Series C in 2020
Loft is a transactional marketplace for residential real estate based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs. It facilitates the buying and selling of properties for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs, providing an end-to-end digital workflow that modernizes the homebuying experience. The platform includes a searchable database that allows users to find, browse, and evaluate residential and commercial properties, enhancing transparency in real estate transactions. By utilizing proprietary transaction data, Loft integrates various adjacent services, aiming to streamline the entire real estate process and adapt it to the e-commerce landscape.
PeerStreet
Series C in 2019
PeerStreet is a platform for investing in real estate debt. The platform represents a two-sided marketplace that provides hassle-free access to an asset class that was previously inaccessible to individual investors and connects a vetted network of private lenders with diverse sources of capital to help fuel their growth and bring lending back to their local communities. PeerStreet was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Anyroad
Series A in 2019
AnyRoad Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that connects tourism customers with professional tour guides, facilitating the booking and management of various tours and experiences. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company serves multiple global locations, including Rio de Janeiro, San Francisco, New York, London, Tokyo, and Israel. AnyRoad specializes in experiential marketing, enabling businesses to enhance their events, tours, and other branded experiences to foster consumer loyalty and improve return on investment. The platform integrates with existing customer relationship management and point-of-sale systems, allowing brands to measure the impact of experiences on consumer perceptions and revenue growth, thereby optimizing their marketing strategies.
Loft
Series B in 2019
Loft is a transactional marketplace for residential real estate based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs. It facilitates the buying and selling of properties for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs, providing an end-to-end digital workflow that modernizes the homebuying experience. The platform includes a searchable database that allows users to find, browse, and evaluate residential and commercial properties, enhancing transparency in real estate transactions. By utilizing proprietary transaction data, Loft integrates various adjacent services, aiming to streamline the entire real estate process and adapt it to the e-commerce landscape.
Openbay
Series A in 2018
Openbay, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for the automotive care industry. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Openbay operates an online marketplace that connects vehicle owners with automotive repair professionals. This platform allows users to find, compare, book, and pay for a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair services, including air conditioning repairs, battery replacements, brake services, oil changes, and tire replacements, among others. The company collaborates with various service providers, including car dealerships, national chains, independent shops, and mobile mechanics. Openbay has received recognition for its innovative approach to making automotive services more accessible and cost-effective for consumers, attracting venture capital backing and media attention from prominent outlets.
Belong
Seed Round in 2018
Belong operates a property management platform that integrates various aspects of the home rental and improvement process. It aims to redefine the rental experience by fostering a sense of community among residents and property owners. Unlike traditional landlord-tenant relationships, Belong promotes a mutual respect and connection between individuals seeking homes and those offering them. The platform employs proprietary algorithms to determine rental prices and ensures a thorough vetting process for residents, including background checks and interviews. This approach not only streamlines the renting process but also enhances the sense of belonging for renters, who are encouraged to engage with their communities and local businesses. Belong caters to those who prioritize lifestyle choices over home ownership, creating a supportive environment for both residents and property owners.
Shapeways
Series E in 2018
Shapeways, Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that allows users to create, buy, and sell customized products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, DIY projects, miniatures, and gifts. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and Seattle, Washington, Shapeways utilizes on-demand printing to ensure that each order is tailored to individual specifications. The platform not only facilitates the transformation of digital designs into physical products but also fosters a community where members can share ideas and access advanced 3D printing technology. By democratizing the creation process, Shapeways empowers users to launch their own businesses and sell products globally.
PeerStreet
Series B in 2018
PeerStreet is a platform for investing in real estate debt. The platform represents a two-sided marketplace that provides hassle-free access to an asset class that was previously inaccessible to individual investors and connects a vetted network of private lenders with diverse sources of capital to help fuel their growth and bring lending back to their local communities. PeerStreet was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Shift
Seed Round in 2018
Shift provides career development services for military members. They also provide software investors and the Department of Defense with military assessment technology. Their economy delivers industry programs for duty and a marketplace for military veterans.
Loft
Series A in 2018
Loft is a transactional marketplace for residential real estate based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs. It facilitates the buying and selling of properties for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs, providing an end-to-end digital workflow that modernizes the homebuying experience. The platform includes a searchable database that allows users to find, browse, and evaluate residential and commercial properties, enhancing transparency in real estate transactions. By utilizing proprietary transaction data, Loft integrates various adjacent services, aiming to streamline the entire real estate process and adapt it to the e-commerce landscape.
Gobble
Series B in 2017
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Gobble offers chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, providing a convenient alternative to traditional cooking. The meal kits feature fresh ingredients that are prepped and portioned, allowing customers to enjoy the health benefits and satisfaction of home-cooked meals without the extensive time commitment. Gobble's diverse menu includes options for various dietary preferences, including global cuisines, vegetarian dishes, and kid-friendly meals. Additionally, the company provides choices for breakfast, lunch, and desserts, aiming to simplify mealtime for busy households. With operations spanning 47 states and offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, Gobble is committed to enhancing the cooking experience while allowing families to spend more quality time together at the table.
Cadre
Series C in 2017
Cadre is an online marketplace that connects investors and operators of real estate. It enables investments and transactions, provides a sophisticated technology product for managing processes, and powers predictive analytics for its investors. Investors are able to sell their interest on the secondary marketplace thereby introducing liquidity into an antiquated industry. They are able to gain transparency, efficiency, and liquidity through the use of its proprietary technology, and are able to make better, more data-driven decisions. Founded by Ryan Williams, Cadre was launched in 2014.
Airbnb
Series F in 2017
Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates bookings for a diverse range of lodging options, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels. As one of the largest alternative accommodation travel agencies in the world, Airbnb's marketplace model allows over 5 million hosts to list their properties, resulting in more than 8 million active accommodation listings across nearly every country. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on online bookings, with a significant portion of its earnings coming from the North American region.
OB1
Seed Round in 2016
OB1 is a developer of a peer-to-peer trading platform used to offer a cryptocurrency marketplace. It makes online trade free for everyone allowing them to buy and sell anything to anyone else for free. OB1 was established in 2015 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia.
PeerStreet
Series A in 2016
PeerStreet is a platform for investing in real estate debt. The platform represents a two-sided marketplace that provides hassle-free access to an asset class that was previously inaccessible to individual investors and connects a vetted network of private lenders with diverse sources of capital to help fuel their growth and bring lending back to their local communities. PeerStreet was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Airbnb
Series F in 2016
Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates bookings for a diverse range of lodging options, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels. As one of the largest alternative accommodation travel agencies in the world, Airbnb's marketplace model allows over 5 million hosts to list their properties, resulting in more than 8 million active accommodation listings across nearly every country. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on online bookings, with a significant portion of its earnings coming from the North American region.
OfferUp
Series C in 2016
OfferUp, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of various items within local communities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the platform allows users to post items for sale and browse new local postings using mobile devices. It caters to a wide range of product categories, including electronics, furniture, vehicles, and various household items. Users can communicate with potential buyers and sellers through messaging features, enabling them to negotiate prices and arrange meetings. OfferUp aims to create a convenient marketplace that connects people with similar interests and fosters local commerce.
Gobble
Series A in 2015
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Gobble offers chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, providing a convenient alternative to traditional cooking. The meal kits feature fresh ingredients that are prepped and portioned, allowing customers to enjoy the health benefits and satisfaction of home-cooked meals without the extensive time commitment. Gobble's diverse menu includes options for various dietary preferences, including global cuisines, vegetarian dishes, and kid-friendly meals. Additionally, the company provides choices for breakfast, lunch, and desserts, aiming to simplify mealtime for busy households. With operations spanning 47 states and offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, Gobble is committed to enhancing the cooking experience while allowing families to spend more quality time together at the table.
Shapeways
Series D in 2015
Shapeways, Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that allows users to create, buy, and sell customized products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, DIY projects, miniatures, and gifts. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and Seattle, Washington, Shapeways utilizes on-demand printing to ensure that each order is tailored to individual specifications. The platform not only facilitates the transformation of digital designs into physical products but also fosters a community where members can share ideas and access advanced 3D printing technology. By democratizing the creation process, Shapeways empowers users to launch their own businesses and sell products globally.
OfferUp
Series C in 2015
OfferUp, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of various items within local communities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the platform allows users to post items for sale and browse new local postings using mobile devices. It caters to a wide range of product categories, including electronics, furniture, vehicles, and various household items. Users can communicate with potential buyers and sellers through messaging features, enabling them to negotiate prices and arrange meetings. OfferUp aims to create a convenient marketplace that connects people with similar interests and fosters local commerce.
BloomNation
Series A in 2014
BloomNation operates a community marketplace that connects local floral artisans with consumers seeking to discover and send floral arrangements. Founded in 2010 and based in Santa Monica, California, the platform allows florists and floral designers to create profiles, showcase their unique designs, and manage their businesses online. In addition to facilitating customer orders, BloomNation offers a suite of tools for florists, including website building, point-of-sale systems, inventory and customer management, and email marketing services. This approach not only enhances the visibility of local florists but also provides consumers with a diverse selection of floral creations from artisans in their area.
OfferUp
Series B in 2014
OfferUp, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of various items within local communities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the platform allows users to post items for sale and browse new local postings using mobile devices. It caters to a wide range of product categories, including electronics, furniture, vehicles, and various household items. Users can communicate with potential buyers and sellers through messaging features, enabling them to negotiate prices and arrange meetings. OfferUp aims to create a convenient marketplace that connects people with similar interests and fosters local commerce.
Openbay
Seed Round in 2013
Openbay, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for the automotive care industry. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Openbay operates an online marketplace that connects vehicle owners with automotive repair professionals. This platform allows users to find, compare, book, and pay for a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair services, including air conditioning repairs, battery replacements, brake services, oil changes, and tire replacements, among others. The company collaborates with various service providers, including car dealerships, national chains, independent shops, and mobile mechanics. Openbay has received recognition for its innovative approach to making automotive services more accessible and cost-effective for consumers, attracting venture capital backing and media attention from prominent outlets.
BloomNation
Seed Round in 2013
BloomNation operates a community marketplace that connects local floral artisans with consumers seeking to discover and send floral arrangements. Founded in 2010 and based in Santa Monica, California, the platform allows florists and floral designers to create profiles, showcase their unique designs, and manage their businesses online. In addition to facilitating customer orders, BloomNation offers a suite of tools for florists, including website building, point-of-sale systems, inventory and customer management, and email marketing services. This approach not only enhances the visibility of local florists but also provides consumers with a diverse selection of floral creations from artisans in their area.
Shapeways
Series C in 2013
Shapeways, Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that allows users to create, buy, and sell customized products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, DIY projects, miniatures, and gifts. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and Seattle, Washington, Shapeways utilizes on-demand printing to ensure that each order is tailored to individual specifications. The platform not only facilitates the transformation of digital designs into physical products but also fosters a community where members can share ideas and access advanced 3D printing technology. By democratizing the creation process, Shapeways empowers users to launch their own businesses and sell products globally.
Homejoy
Seed Round in 2013
Homejoy, Inc. is an online platform that connects homeowners with professional service providers for various household needs, including cleaning, plumbing, electrical work, and handyman services. Founded in 2010 by siblings Aaron and Adora Cheung, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and operates in 31 markets across the United States and Canada. Homejoy aims to provide affordable cleaning services, offering professional cleaners who are screened, background-checked, and maintain high customer ratings. The platform simplifies the process of hiring home service professionals, allowing users to book services with just a few clicks.
Keychain Logistics
Seed Round in 2013
Keychain Logistics is a software marketplace that directly connects companies shipping products with independent semi-truck owner-operators. The platform effectively cuts out the traditional third-party logistics brokerage process by virtue of a software enabled network of virtual carriers (trucks on the go in our network). They understand where trucks in their network are at any given moment, their capacity, and if they would be an ideal match for a company shipping.
Priceonomics
Seed Round in 2012
Priceonomics Inc. is a company that specializes in providing price guides for a wide range of used products, facilitating informed buying and selling decisions. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, Priceonomics offers price estimates for various categories, including appliances, automotive, electronics, furniture, and sporting goods. By analyzing historical transaction data from online marketplaces, the company generates reliable estimates that help users determine fair prices for items they wish to buy or sell. Priceonomics aims to expand its offerings to include additional categories, such as computers and baby products, ensuring that users can navigate the second-hand market with confidence and avoid overpaying or getting ripped off.
Science Exchange
Seed Round in 2011
Science Exchange, Inc. operates an online marketplace that facilitates collaboration between researchers and academic or government laboratories. Established in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California, the platform allows researchers to search for scientific services from U.S. research institutions, compare pricing, and access quality testimonials. It streamlines the outsourcing process by automating tasks such as obtaining quotes, managing projects, and processing payments, while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance. The marketplace enhances research and development productivity by connecting scientists who need experiments conducted with those who can perform them, thereby providing affordable access to outsourced R&D services. Additionally, Science Exchange offers an enterprise dynamic report tool for pharmaceutical and biotech companies to track key performance indicators related to their outsourced research investments.
Airbnb
Series B in 2011
Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates bookings for a diverse range of lodging options, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels. As one of the largest alternative accommodation travel agencies in the world, Airbnb's marketplace model allows over 5 million hosts to list their properties, resulting in more than 8 million active accommodation listings across nearly every country. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on online bookings, with a significant portion of its earnings coming from the North American region.
Listia
Seed Round in 2011
Listia Inc. operates an online auction marketplace that facilitates the exchange of unwanted goods for credits, allowing users to acquire items without spending money. Founded in 2009 and based in Mountain View, California, Listia enables users to list a wide variety of products across numerous categories, including electronics, clothing, collectibles, and home goods. Participants can earn credits by signing up, giving away items, and engaging actively on the platform. These credits can then be used to bid on other listed items, promoting a cycle of trading that unlocks value from unused possessions. This innovative model encourages sustainable consumption and fosters a community centered around sharing and trading.
Groupon
Series D in 2011
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.
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