Blisce is a venture capital firm established in 2013, with headquarters in Paris and an additional office in New York. The firm specializes in growth-stage investments, focusing on mission-driven global consumer brands and technology companies. Blisce targets investment opportunities in both the United States and Europe, aiming to support entrepreneurs in building impactful businesses. By leveraging its international presence and expertise, Blisce seeks to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio companies, helping them navigate the complexities of their respective markets.
Lokki is a software management tool for all equipment rental professionals. The company is reinventing the rental industry by providing a simple and adaptable tool. Lokki is aimed at rental companies that want to simplify daily rental management, provide a new customer experience, or even handle administrative tasks. It is a modular web platform that can be tailored to any type of rental activity, choosing Lokki means freeing up time to generate more income. It is a simple management and booking platform that makes renting easier for both rental companies and their customers. Lokki's tool suite saves renters time, ensures they never make the same mistake again, and increases their online presence tenfold. Lokki allows to consolidate all rental activity in one tool and stop juggling between paper, Excel, and other software.
Arbor
Series A in 2024
Arbor is a home energy advisor that assist you automatically decrease your electric rate on an ongoing basis for free.
Reforest'Action
Venture Round in 2024
Reforest'Action is an environmental company that provides preserve, restore, and creates forest services.
Sorella Care
Seed Round in 2024
Sorella is the first network of multidisciplinary health places for women. Sorella ensures that every woman, regardless of age, has access to a comprehensive care pathway offered by women's health specialists.
Welcome to the Jungle
Series C in 2023
Welcome to the Jungle is a multi-channel media company focused on enhancing professional lives through a variety of high-quality content, including articles, videos, podcasts, and events. The company aims to inspire young professionals to rethink their relationship with work while providing valuable resources for job seekers. Its content-rich website features over 3,300 detailed company profiles, offering insights such as employee demographics and company statistics to aid prospective candidates in their job searches. Additionally, Welcome to the Jungle operates an innovative job platform designed to assist small and medium enterprises in their hiring processes. This platform includes tools for resume screening and application tracking, helping employers find and onboard both skilled and unskilled workers effectively.
Imperfect Foods
Convertible Note in 2022
Imperfect Foods provides grocery delivery service rescuing and redistributing food across multiple grocery categories – including produce, shelf-stable goods, dairy, meat and seafood. Imperfect Foods has remained hyper focused on eliminating food waste and supporting farmers and producers when it comes to excess and imperfect products. The company now rescues and redistributes food across multiple grocery categories - including produce, shelf-stable goods, dairy, meat and seafood. Its performance and agility during the COVID-19 pandemic illustrates that this mission-driven model is poised for success in the long term. -
Too Good To Go
Venture Round in 2022
Too Good To Go ApS is a company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, that operates a mobile application designed to combat food waste. The app serves as a marketplace connecting consumers with local restaurants and food businesses that have unsold food items. Users can purchase Surprise Baskets, which contain surplus products at reduced prices, thereby saving perfectly good food from being discarded. This initiative not only helps to minimize food waste but also attracts new customers for participating businesses, contributing to their financial sustainability. Too Good To Go aims to create a global movement against food waste, empowering individuals and businesses alike to take action and foster a culture of sustainability.
Talkiatry
Series B in 2022
Talkiatry is a provider of virtual psychiatry services that connects patients with a team of over 300 licensed psychiatrists. The company focuses on making high-quality mental health care accessible and convenient, specializing in the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use disorders. Utilizing an interactive process with evidence-based assessments, Talkiatry offers preliminary diagnoses and severity evaluations, facilitating easier access to in-network healthcare. Through personalized treatment plans, including medication management when necessary, Talkiatry aims to improve the overall mental health treatment experience for patients.
Dapper Labs
Series D in 2021
Dapper Labs Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in the development of blockchain-based gaming and collectible platforms. The company is well-known for its flagship product, NBA Top Shot, which utilizes blockchain technology to create non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that engage fans and enhance their connection to their favorite sports brands. Dapper Labs aims to empower consumers by providing them with opportunities to participate in digital ecosystems, allowing them to track ownership securely and become creators within these communities. Through its innovative approach, the company fosters engaging experiences and builds vibrant communities centered around digital collectibles and entertainment.
Empower
Series B in 2021
Empower is a financial technology company focused on improving access to affordable credit for everyday Americans. The company offers a range of innovative features designed to assist its members in managing their finances effectively. Key offerings include Empower Cash Advance, which provides instant access to funds, and Empower Automatic Savings, which facilitates effortless saving for the future. Additionally, the Empower Thrive line of credit serves as a low-cost borrowing option that supports members in building their credit profiles. By combining cash advances, budgeting tools, and personalized financial recommendations, Empower aims to enhance financial literacy and improve overall financial outcomes for its users.
Wecasa
Series A in 2021
Wecasa SAS operates a home service reservations platform that connects users with professionals in various trades, including house cleaning, wellness care, hairdressing, private teaching, and massage services. Founded in 2016 and based in Montreuil, France, Wecasa has established a network of 300 independent professionals and has served over 100,000 customers. The platform emphasizes user experience, allowing clients to quickly and easily book reliable services through its app. Wecasa's offerings are currently available in Paris and other major cities in France, as well as London, with plans for expansion into additional European markets. The company aims to simplify and enhance access to care services, contributing to an improved quality of life for its users.
Redesign Health
Venture Round in 2021
Redesign Health is a company founded in 2018 that focuses on driving innovation in the healthcare sector. It develops technologies, tools, and insights designed to lower barriers to change within the industry. Redesign Health collaborates with exceptional founders to create and support over two dozen companies that have collectively impacted more than ten million lives across various healthcare domains, including cancer care, teleradiology, COVID-19 testing, and metabolic health. By fostering the growth of diverse healthcare solutions, Redesign Health aims to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery.
Forward
Series D in 2021
Forward is a startup redesigning the way healthcare is delivered using all the technologies healthcare has neglected such as sensors, mobile, and AI. Forward was founded in January 2016 by former executives and engineering leaders from Google and Uber and led by serial entrepreneur Adrian Aoun. Forward is funded by investors and entrepreneurs including First Round Capital, Eric Schmidt (Google/Alphabet chairman), Marc Benioff (Salesforce founder), Joe Lonsdale (Palantir founder), Joshua Kushner (Oscar co-founder), and Garrett Camp (Uber co-founder).
Imperfect Foods
Series D in 2021
Imperfect Foods provides grocery delivery service rescuing and redistributing food across multiple grocery categories – including produce, shelf-stable goods, dairy, meat and seafood. Imperfect Foods has remained hyper focused on eliminating food waste and supporting farmers and producers when it comes to excess and imperfect products. The company now rescues and redistributes food across multiple grocery categories - including produce, shelf-stable goods, dairy, meat and seafood. Its performance and agility during the COVID-19 pandemic illustrates that this mission-driven model is poised for success in the long term. -
Too Good To Go
Venture Round in 2021
Too Good To Go ApS is a company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, that operates a mobile application designed to combat food waste. The app serves as a marketplace connecting consumers with local restaurants and food businesses that have unsold food items. Users can purchase Surprise Baskets, which contain surplus products at reduced prices, thereby saving perfectly good food from being discarded. This initiative not only helps to minimize food waste but also attracts new customers for participating businesses, contributing to their financial sustainability. Too Good To Go aims to create a global movement against food waste, empowering individuals and businesses alike to take action and foster a culture of sustainability.
Too Good To Go
Series B in 2020
Too Good To Go ApS is a company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, that operates a mobile application designed to combat food waste. The app serves as a marketplace connecting consumers with local restaurants and food businesses that have unsold food items. Users can purchase Surprise Baskets, which contain surplus products at reduced prices, thereby saving perfectly good food from being discarded. This initiative not only helps to minimize food waste but also attracts new customers for participating businesses, contributing to their financial sustainability. Too Good To Go aims to create a global movement against food waste, empowering individuals and businesses alike to take action and foster a culture of sustainability.
Headspace
Series C in 2020
Headspace is a company focused on mental healthcare, providing a range of services that include coaching therapy, psychiatry, and mindfulness tools. Its app features a diverse selection of guided meditations led by experts, aimed at helping users reduce stress, enhance focus, and promote mindfulness. The platform also offers specialized tools for sleep, such as "Sleepcasts" and guided meditations, designed to assist users in achieving better sleep quality. Additionally, Headspace addresses various aspects of mental health by offering content to help manage anxiety, depression, and other challenges. The company collaborates with organizations through corporate wellness programs, supplying resources that foster employee productivity and well-being. Through these offerings, Headspace aims to cultivate healthier, more productive cultures and enhance overall mental wellness for individuals and companies alike.
MWM
Series B in 2020
MWM, founded in 2012, is a prominent publisher of creative applications with over 600 million downloads worldwide. The company focuses on innovation and the development of internal AI technologies to enhance user experience across its product offerings. MWM's portfolio features well-known apps such as edjing MIX, which allows users to edit and mix music, as well as Color Pop AI, Stemz, and Moments. These applications provide users with the tools to engage creatively with music and multimedia content, catering to a diverse audience of music enthusiasts and creators.
Headspace
Series C in 2020
Headspace is a company focused on mental healthcare, providing a range of services that include coaching therapy, psychiatry, and mindfulness tools. Its app features a diverse selection of guided meditations led by experts, aimed at helping users reduce stress, enhance focus, and promote mindfulness. The platform also offers specialized tools for sleep, such as "Sleepcasts" and guided meditations, designed to assist users in achieving better sleep quality. Additionally, Headspace addresses various aspects of mental health by offering content to help manage anxiety, depression, and other challenges. The company collaborates with organizations through corporate wellness programs, supplying resources that foster employee productivity and well-being. Through these offerings, Headspace aims to cultivate healthier, more productive cultures and enhance overall mental wellness for individuals and companies alike.
Brut
Series B in 2019
Brut is an international video content publisher that specializes in short-form news and feature-based content. Covering a diverse range of topics, including politics, technology, social justice, and culture, Brut aims to inform and engage audiences worldwide. With a substantial presence on multiple social platforms, the company generates over 500 million views each month and reaches more than 150 million viewers globally. Operating from offices on two continents, Brut publishes content daily in three languages, making it a prominent player in the digital media landscape. Its focus on delivering timely news through engaging video clips allows audiences to stay updated on current events and relevant issues.
Dice
Series B in 2019
DICE, founded in London in 2014, operates an online platform designed to facilitate ticket purchasing for live shows and events worldwide. Available in several countries including the UK, US, France, Italy, Spain, India, and Australia, DICE aims to enhance the experience of discovering and attending concerts and live streams. The platform not only helps fans find events featuring their favorite artists but also streamlines the ticket booking process, thereby increasing access to live performances. DICE's mission is to encourage people to engage more with live entertainment.
Dice
Series B in 2019
DICE, founded in London in 2014, operates an online platform designed to facilitate ticket purchasing for live shows and events worldwide. Available in several countries including the UK, US, France, Italy, Spain, India, and Australia, DICE aims to enhance the experience of discovering and attending concerts and live streams. The platform not only helps fans find events featuring their favorite artists but also streamlines the ticket booking process, thereby increasing access to live performances. DICE's mission is to encourage people to engage more with live entertainment.
Candid
Series B in 2019
At Candid, we believe dental professionals and their patients deserve more than what other clear aligner systems provide. That’s why we created CandidPro™: a total orthodontic solution that brings clinical support, connected treatment technology, and high-touch service into any practice. Start getting more from your clear aligner partner at candidpro.com.
HUBBLE
Venture Round in 2018
See, Easy. We believe buying contact lenses and glasses should be simple. Full stop. That’s why our goal is to deliver the easiest, most hassle-free contact lens and glasses experience in the world. Here’s how we see it at Hubble Contacts. If you’re spending all your time arguing with customer service reps, endlessly searching for the right pair of glasses, or trying to remember to reorder your contacts before they run out (again), you’re not focused on all the things the world has to offer. Like that incredible sunset outside your window, the text convos on your phone that make you laugh (until you cry), or the gummy, toothless grin smiling at you from across her highchair. Hubble Contacts was created out of the desire to make contact lenses accessible and affordable to as many people as possible. Over the years, we have continued to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of our customers, and expand our product line along the way to also include high quality eyeglasses and sunglasses. With a passion for eye care and a dedication to customer service, our mission remains making a difference in the industry. So, let Hubble’s world-class team take care of you — and your contacts and glasses. And you? You keep your eyes on the prize.
Bird
Series C in 2018
Bird operates a micro-mobility platform focused on providing affordable transportation solutions through the sharing of personal electric vehicles, such as e-scooters and electric bicycles. The company collaborates with cities to enhance urban mobility, allowing users to access vehicles that can be picked up and dropped off at various locations. By promoting the use of electric vehicles, Bird aims to reduce car trips, alleviate traffic congestion, and lower carbon emissions. The platform is designed to offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional motor vehicle transportation, enhancing accessibility in urban areas. Bird currently provides its services in multiple locations, including over ten cities in Canada.
Candid
Convertible Note in 2018
At Candid, we believe dental professionals and their patients deserve more than what other clear aligner systems provide. That’s why we created CandidPro™: a total orthodontic solution that brings clinical support, connected treatment technology, and high-touch service into any practice. Start getting more from your clear aligner partner at candidpro.com.
MYCS
Series B in 2018
MYCS, co-founded in Berlin in May 2014 by Christoph Jung, Kachun To, Claudio Bredfeldt, and Kai Sap, aims to transform the furniture buying experience by making customization accessible and commonplace. The company launched its online platform in mid-2015, featuring a photorealistic 3D configurator that enhances the customization process for consumers. Within its first year, MYCS achieved a run rate of €5 million, demonstrating strong market interest and engagement. The brand's innovative approach has led to a notable customer retention rate, with every third customer returning within an 18-month period, solidifying MYCS's position in the furniture industry.
Knotel
Series B in 2018
Knotel is a flexible workspace platform that provides tailored office spaces to established and growing companies, allowing them to focus on their core business without the burden of long-term leases. With over 5 million square feet across more than 300 locations on four continents, Knotel transforms commercial real estate by offering adaptable spaces that cater to diverse work styles. This model enables businesses to operate with greater flexibility and cost efficiency, aligning their physical environments with their unique cultural and operational needs.
Stadium Goods
Convertible Note in 2018
Stadium Goods is an online marketplace for sneakers and apparel with a brick and mortar store in soho, NYC. It is a U.S.-based company doing business globally that was founded in 2015 by John McPheters and Jed Stiller.
Harry's
Series D in 2017
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
Le Tote
Series C in 2017
Le Tote is an online fashion subscription service that delivers rental fashion directly to women’s doors. Its analytical, data-driven approach to retail aims to fundamentally transform the next generation of commerce. Leveraging more than 2B customer data points, the proprietary style and personalization engine is fully powered by algorithms, and supported by custom-built, end-to-end technology and logistics solutions. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Casper
Series C in 2017
Casper is a sleep startup that launches a comfortable mattress sold directly to consumers, eliminating commission driven, inflated prices. Casper's mattresses are developed in-house by a team of product engineers with experience from IDEO. The company developed a line of core sleep products, including the Casper pillow, sheets, foundation, bed frame, duvet, and a dog mattress. The startup was founded in 2014 and is based in New York, United States.
All Turtles
Venture Round in 2017
All Turtles, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, is an accelerator that partners with founding teams to develop solutions for everyday problems through practical artificial intelligence. The firm emphasizes creating products before establishing companies, which has led to the development of various innovations such as Butter.ai, Disco, DoNotPay, Edwin, Leade.rs, Octane AI, Replika, Spot, and Sunflower Labs. All Turtles is committed to fostering entrepreneurship in the AI sector, providing resources and support to help bring these products to market effectively.
Adore Me
Secondary Market in 2017
Adore Me is a New York-based lingerie e-commerce startup that aims to make fashion affordable and accessible for women of all sizes, offering products ranging from bras and panties to swimwear and sleepwear. The company is dedicated to inclusivity, providing a body-positive shopping experience with sizes from petite to plus. Adore Me releases 50 to 60 new designs each month to cater to its urban Millennial customer base, and customers can shop both online and at the Adore Me showroom in New York City, as well as select retail locations. Founded to disrupt the lingerie industry, Adore Me has garnered recognition for its innovative approach, including awards for customer engagement and being named one of New York’s fastest-growing companies. With a team of over 130 employees across the US and Europe, Adore Me continues to champion a modern, fashion-forward vision in the intimates market.
Managed by Q
Series C in 2016
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that facilitates the efficient operation of offices. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including cleaning, maintenance, IT support, and security, alongside workplace staffing and project management services. Its technology platform connects businesses to essential services for managing their workspaces, enabling tasks such as cleaning schedules, supply replenishment, and maintenance through an intuitive application. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company also emphasizes economic empowerment by creating jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. As a subsidiary of Eden Technologies, Inc., Managed by Q is active in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, aiming to redefine office management and enhance workplace productivity.
Teads
Secondary Market in 2016
Teads, Inc. is a company that specializes in digital branding through a video advertising supply side platform (SSP) designed for publishers and brands. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Manhattan Beach, and San Francisco, Teads enables clients to create and monetize outstream video advertising inventory via their own sales teams, third parties, and programmatic buying. The company provides an omnichannel platform that facilitates programmatic digital advertising across a global network of premium media, ensuring brand safety and efficiency. By integrating buy-side, sell-side, creative, and data optimization technologies, Teads allows advertisers to access inventory from top publishers while reaching billions of unique users. The platform aims to deliver sustainable business outcomes by combining media, data, and creativity in a curated ecosystem for advertisers and agencies.
Spotify
Secondary Market in 2016
Spotify Limited is a leading digital music-streaming service that offers users on-demand access to a vast library of songs across various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and home entertainment systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Spotify allows users to search for and discover music from friends, artists, and celebrities, while also enabling them to create, share, and edit playlists collaboratively. The platform includes features like personalized recommendations and radio playlists based on users' listening habits. Spotify operates on a freemium model, with revenue generated primarily from its premium subscription service and a secondary ad-supported service. As of 2023, the company boasts 602 million monthly active users, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from subscriptions. Additionally, Spotify provides tools for artists to promote their music through advertising and social media integration.
Placemeter
Venture Round in 2016
Placemeter is an urban intelligence platform. We quantify modern cities worldwide. Our platform leverages proprietary computer vision technology to make sense of both archival and live video streams. First, Placemeter detects hidden patterns in pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Then, we predict how those patterns will evolve over time. The result is stronger businesses, safer streets and highly innovative neighborhoods. The answers you need are all around us. Quantify your world at http://www.placemeter.com.
Managed by Q
Series B in 2016
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that facilitates the efficient operation of offices. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including cleaning, maintenance, IT support, and security, alongside workplace staffing and project management services. Its technology platform connects businesses to essential services for managing their workspaces, enabling tasks such as cleaning schedules, supply replenishment, and maintenance through an intuitive application. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company also emphasizes economic empowerment by creating jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. As a subsidiary of Eden Technologies, Inc., Managed by Q is active in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, aiming to redefine office management and enhance workplace productivity.
Spotify
Secondary Market in 2016
Spotify Limited is a leading digital music-streaming service that offers users on-demand access to a vast library of songs across various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and home entertainment systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Spotify allows users to search for and discover music from friends, artists, and celebrities, while also enabling them to create, share, and edit playlists collaboratively. The platform includes features like personalized recommendations and radio playlists based on users' listening habits. Spotify operates on a freemium model, with revenue generated primarily from its premium subscription service and a secondary ad-supported service. As of 2023, the company boasts 602 million monthly active users, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from subscriptions. Additionally, Spotify provides tools for artists to promote their music through advertising and social media integration.
Boxed
Series C in 2016
Boxed is an online bulk grocery retailer founded in 2013 and based in New York, designed to provide a wholesale shopping experience for modern consumers. The platform allows customers to access a wide range of wholesale products, including groceries, snacks, beverages, and household supplies, without the need for membership fees. Boxed operates primarily through its retail segment, which focuses on selling bulk-sized consumer goods to individuals and businesses across the continental United States. Additionally, the company has a Software & Services segment dedicated to the research, development, and marketing of its proprietary software for third-party sales. The innovative mobile app further enhances customer convenience by delivering products directly to their doors.
CaaStle
Series A in 2015
CaaStle is a pioneer in the "Clothing as a Service" (CaaS) model, providing a subscription rental platform that enables retailers to offer clothing rentals to consumers. The company delivers a comprehensive, cloud-based service that includes technology, reverse logistics, and operational support. This approach fosters a new relationship between retailers and consumers, focusing on access to apparel instead of traditional ownership. By leveraging its platform, CaaStle helps retailers attract new customers and re-engage lapsed ones, creating a relationship-based experience that enhances customer loyalty. This model allows brands to optimize inventory returns while increasing revenue and profits.
BlaBlaCar
Series D in 2015
BlaBlaCar is a leading long-distance carpooling platform that connects drivers with available seats to passengers seeking rides. By facilitating shared journeys, it enables users to save on travel costs while also reducing their carbon footprint. The platform emphasizes security and trust, featuring verified member profiles and the unique ability for users to indicate their preferred level of conversation during rides. Operating in 22 countries, including nations across Europe, Russia, Turkey, Mexico, Brazil, and India, BlaBlaCar fosters a global network of drivers and passengers. The company is headquartered in Paris and offers both a website and mobile applications to streamline the connection process between users.
Casper
Series B in 2015
Casper is a sleep startup that launches a comfortable mattress sold directly to consumers, eliminating commission driven, inflated prices. Casper's mattresses are developed in-house by a team of product engineers with experience from IDEO. The company developed a line of core sleep products, including the Casper pillow, sheets, foundation, bed frame, duvet, and a dog mattress. The startup was founded in 2014 and is based in New York, United States.
Teads
Secondary Market in 2015
Teads, Inc. is a company that specializes in digital branding through a video advertising supply side platform (SSP) designed for publishers and brands. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Manhattan Beach, and San Francisco, Teads enables clients to create and monetize outstream video advertising inventory via their own sales teams, third parties, and programmatic buying. The company provides an omnichannel platform that facilitates programmatic digital advertising across a global network of premium media, ensuring brand safety and efficiency. By integrating buy-side, sell-side, creative, and data optimization technologies, Teads allows advertisers to access inventory from top publishers while reaching billions of unique users. The platform aims to deliver sustainable business outcomes by combining media, data, and creativity in a curated ecosystem for advertisers and agencies.
Harry's
Series C in 2015
Harry's, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling shaving products tailored for men. Founded in 2012, Harry's offers a comprehensive range of products, including razors, shaving creams, grooming kits, and face care items. The company operates an online platform that allows consumers to purchase these products a-la-carte or through a subscription model, ensuring convenience for customers seeking to fulfill their grooming needs. By designing and producing its own line of razors and replacement blades, Harry's emphasizes quality and accessibility in the men's grooming market.
Pinterest
Secondary Market in 2015
Pinterest, Inc. is a visual discovery engine that enables users to find inspiration for various aspects of their lives, such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and travel. Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on curated boards tailored to their personal interests. With a user base of nearly 500 million monthly active users, a significant portion of whom are female, Pinterest facilitates the discovery and sharing of creative ideas. The company generates revenue primarily through digital advertising and is increasingly incorporating e-commerce features within its platform. Although about 20% of its users are located in the US and Canada, this region accounted for approximately 80% of its revenue in 2023.
Spotify
Secondary Market in 2014
Spotify Limited is a leading digital music-streaming service that offers users on-demand access to a vast library of songs across various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and home entertainment systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Spotify allows users to search for and discover music from friends, artists, and celebrities, while also enabling them to create, share, and edit playlists collaboratively. The platform includes features like personalized recommendations and radio playlists based on users' listening habits. Spotify operates on a freemium model, with revenue generated primarily from its premium subscription service and a secondary ad-supported service. As of 2023, the company boasts 602 million monthly active users, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from subscriptions. Additionally, Spotify provides tools for artists to promote their music through advertising and social media integration.
Kik
Series C in 2014
Kik, founded in 2009 by University of Waterloo students, is a mobile messaging application based in Waterloo, Ontario. The app is designed primarily for teens, allowing users to connect with friends, family, and businesses through messaging. Kik features chatbots that provide entertainment and facilitate user engagement. With over 300 million registered users, the platform has become a popular choice among young Americans, with more than 40% of them using Kik as their primary messenger. Users typically spend around 35 minutes per session on the app, highlighting its appeal and engagement level. Kik has raised $120.5 million from prominent venture capitalists, including strategic investment from Tencent, known for its WeChat platform.
Placemeter
Series A in 2014
Placemeter is an urban intelligence platform. We quantify modern cities worldwide. Our platform leverages proprietary computer vision technology to make sense of both archival and live video streams. First, Placemeter detects hidden patterns in pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Then, we predict how those patterns will evolve over time. The result is stronger businesses, safer streets and highly innovative neighborhoods. The answers you need are all around us. Quantify your world at http://www.placemeter.com.
Pinterest
Series F in 2014
Pinterest, Inc. is a visual discovery engine that enables users to find inspiration for various aspects of their lives, such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and travel. Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on curated boards tailored to their personal interests. With a user base of nearly 500 million monthly active users, a significant portion of whom are female, Pinterest facilitates the discovery and sharing of creative ideas. The company generates revenue primarily through digital advertising and is increasingly incorporating e-commerce features within its platform. Although about 20% of its users are located in the US and Canada, this region accounted for approximately 80% of its revenue in 2023.
Alibaba Group
Secondary Market in 2014
Alibaba Group is the largest online and mobile commerce company globally, primarily known for its extensive e-commerce platforms that connect buyers and sellers. It operates notable marketplaces in China, including Taobao, which focuses on consumer-to-consumer transactions, and Tmall, which caters to business-to-consumer interactions. The company's core business lies in its China commerce retail division, which is a significant source of cash flow. In addition to retail and wholesale transactions, Alibaba also generates revenue from various sectors, including international commerce, local consumer services, cloud computing, digital media and entertainment, and logistics through its Cainiao network. Alibaba's diverse portfolio positions it as a key player across multiple industries, including retail, logistics, and technology.
feedly
Seed Round in 2014
Feedly is a news aggregation platform that connects professionals with the content they need to enhance their skills and knowledge. The application compiles news feeds from various online sources, allowing users to follow blogs, websites, and topics they are passionate about. By facilitating access to relevant information, Feedly aims to help individuals perform better at work, master new crafts, and stay informed about current events. Its underlying infrastructure, Feedly Cloud, serves as a two-sided marketplace that links publishers with readers who have a genuine interest in their content. Through this ecosystem, Feedly promotes continuous learning and professional growth.
Pinterest
Series E in 2013
Pinterest, Inc. is a visual discovery engine that enables users to find inspiration for various aspects of their lives, such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and travel. Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on curated boards tailored to their personal interests. With a user base of nearly 500 million monthly active users, a significant portion of whom are female, Pinterest facilitates the discovery and sharing of creative ideas. The company generates revenue primarily through digital advertising and is increasingly incorporating e-commerce features within its platform. Although about 20% of its users are located in the US and Canada, this region accounted for approximately 80% of its revenue in 2023.
Gwynnie Bee
Venture Round in 2013
Gwynnie Bee Inc. is an online clothing rental subscription service tailored for women, offering a diverse selection of dresses, tops, and bottoms. Founded in 2011 and based in Long Island City, New York, the company aims to empower women to explore and enjoy fashion without limitations. By providing a convenient platform for renting high-quality apparel, Gwynnie Bee seeks to enhance the shopping experience by eliminating the stress associated with traditional retail. The service allows subscribers to discover new styles while enjoying the benefits of a flexible and affordable wardrobe solution.
Pinterest
Series D in 2013
Pinterest, Inc. is a visual discovery engine that enables users to find inspiration for various aspects of their lives, such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and travel. Launched in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform allows users to save and organize images on curated boards tailored to their personal interests. With a user base of nearly 500 million monthly active users, a significant portion of whom are female, Pinterest facilitates the discovery and sharing of creative ideas. The company generates revenue primarily through digital advertising and is increasingly incorporating e-commerce features within its platform. Although about 20% of its users are located in the US and Canada, this region accounted for approximately 80% of its revenue in 2023.
Placemeter
Pre Seed Round in 2012
Placemeter is an urban intelligence platform. We quantify modern cities worldwide. Our platform leverages proprietary computer vision technology to make sense of both archival and live video streams. First, Placemeter detects hidden patterns in pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Then, we predict how those patterns will evolve over time. The result is stronger businesses, safer streets and highly innovative neighborhoods. The answers you need are all around us. Quantify your world at http://www.placemeter.com.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.