Canaan VII

Canaan VII is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Canaan Partners, a firm founded in 1987 and based in San Francisco, California. Canaan Partners specializes in investing in innovative entrepreneurs, focusing primarily on the technology and healthcare sectors. The fund emphasizes investments in software and technology, media, and telecommunications. Over its 30 years of operation, Canaan has successfully managed over $5 billion in assets and completed more than 190 exits, demonstrating a strong track record in nurturing and scaling companies. With a team experienced in technology, infrastructure, communications, and life sciences, Canaan is committed to supporting promising ventures across a range of industries, ensuring it targets high-potential opportunities in the United States.

Brent Ahrens

General Partner

Brenton K. Ahrens

General Partner - West Coast

Nandu Anilal

Vice President

John Balen

Partner - West Coast

Stephen Bloch

General Partner - East Coast

Richard Boyle

General Partner - West Coast

Laura Chau

Partner

Brendan Dickinson

General Partner

Rayfe Gaspar-Asaoka

Partner

Julie Papanek Grant

General Partner

Stephen Green

Venture Partner

Wende Hutton

General Partner

Maha Ibrahim

General Partner - West Coast

Deepak Kamra

General Partner - West Coast

Nina Kjellson

General Partner - West Coast

Mark Mangiola

Venture Partner

Jared Newman

Vice President

Julie Papanek

Partner

Guy Russo

General Partner - East Coast

Timothy Shannon

General Partner

Hrach Simonian

General Partner - West Coast

Dana Warren

Venture Partner, East Coast

Bob Williams

Venture Partner - West Coast

Eric Young

Partner and Co-Founder

Past deals in Retail

Lily AI

Venture Round in 2022
Lily AI is the leader in predictive psychographics for retail e-commerce. Consumer spending online for apparel now accounts for over 27% of all clothing sales. Retailers need to understand each consumer’s emotional context while they are actively shopping. Lily AI combines deep product tagging with deep, real-time psychographic analysis to determine the active state of mind of each shopper, and turns that into precise and timely recommendations. These recommendations are proven to lead to higher conversions and lower return rates. Lily AI (lilystyle.ai) was founded by two women who believe clothes to reflect how they feel about themselves. The company is venture-backed and headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Reibus

Series B in 2021
Reibus operates an independent online B2B marketplace focused on the buying and selling of prime and excess materials for industrial markets. The platform aims to enhance price performance, streamline time to market, and broaden market reach while lowering sales and marketing costs compared to traditional methods. For sellers, Reibus provides a means to efficiently list their materials, while buyers benefit from increased selection, market transparency, and a simplified procurement process. A key feature of the marketplace is its proprietary search tool, which facilitates a more efficient and user-friendly experience for both parties, expediting what is typically a cumbersome sourcing process.

Bzaar

Seed Round in 2021
Bzaar is an online B2B cross-border marketplace for products like home improvements, fashion, cookware, bakeware, etc for small businesses.

Reibus

Series A in 2021
Reibus is an online marketplace for buying and selling metals that connects businesses and simplifies metal transactions. The company connects buyers with a network of metal suppliers and offer logistics services to ensure smooth metal transportation. Reibus showcases features like anonymous buying, real-time leads for sellers, and transparent shipping.

JOOR

Series D in 2021
JOOR, Inc. operates a global online fashion marketplace that facilitates wholesale buying by connecting brands and retailers through a digital platform. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, JOOR has expanded its presence with offices in major cities such as Los Angeles, London, Milan, Paris, and Sydney. The company serves over 12,500 brands across 53 categories and connects with more than 300,000 retailers in 144 countries, managing a substantial gross merchandise volume of $1.5 billion each month. JOOR's client base includes prominent retailers like Neiman Marcus and Harrods, as well as notable brands such as Tory Burch and Alexander McQueen. Backed by investors including Battery Ventures and Canaan Partners, JOOR is recognized for its innovative approach and diverse workforce, which includes a noteworthy representation of women in leadership and technical roles. The company is committed to transforming wholesale management in the fashion industry.

Lily AI

Series A in 2020
Lily AI is the leader in predictive psychographics for retail e-commerce. Consumer spending online for apparel now accounts for over 27% of all clothing sales. Retailers need to understand each consumer’s emotional context while they are actively shopping. Lily AI combines deep product tagging with deep, real-time psychographic analysis to determine the active state of mind of each shopper, and turns that into precise and timely recommendations. These recommendations are proven to lead to higher conversions and lower return rates. Lily AI (lilystyle.ai) was founded by two women who believe clothes to reflect how they feel about themselves. The company is venture-backed and headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Lily AI

Series A in 2020
Lily AI is the leader in predictive psychographics for retail e-commerce. Consumer spending online for apparel now accounts for over 27% of all clothing sales. Retailers need to understand each consumer’s emotional context while they are actively shopping. Lily AI combines deep product tagging with deep, real-time psychographic analysis to determine the active state of mind of each shopper, and turns that into precise and timely recommendations. These recommendations are proven to lead to higher conversions and lower return rates. Lily AI (lilystyle.ai) was founded by two women who believe clothes to reflect how they feel about themselves. The company is venture-backed and headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Coterie

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Operator of an e-commerce platform intended to offer festive party supplies and décor. The company's range of products includes cutlery, plates, utensils, confetti, banners, and other accessories curated for occasions like bridal bashes, baby showers, birthdays, and garden parties, enabling customers to elevate functional atmosphere and experiences.

JOOR

Series C in 2019
JOOR, Inc. operates a global online fashion marketplace that facilitates wholesale buying by connecting brands and retailers through a digital platform. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, JOOR has expanded its presence with offices in major cities such as Los Angeles, London, Milan, Paris, and Sydney. The company serves over 12,500 brands across 53 categories and connects with more than 300,000 retailers in 144 countries, managing a substantial gross merchandise volume of $1.5 billion each month. JOOR's client base includes prominent retailers like Neiman Marcus and Harrods, as well as notable brands such as Tory Burch and Alexander McQueen. Backed by investors including Battery Ventures and Canaan Partners, JOOR is recognized for its innovative approach and diverse workforce, which includes a noteworthy representation of women in leadership and technical roles. The company is committed to transforming wholesale management in the fashion industry.

Whym

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Whym is an innovative text-based boutique that simplifies the shopping experience for career-focused women by allowing them to browse and purchase products through text messages. Founded by a team experienced in launching consumer products, Whym prioritizes convenience and personalization by enabling customers to interact with real people instead of automated systems. Users can initiate their shopping by texting a designated number, receiving a curated list of options that can be navigated using emojis. The unique Whym Wallet facilitates secure transactions without the need for passwords or PINs, streamlining the purchasing process. By focusing on niche, high-quality brands that align with modern values such as ethics and wellness, Whym caters specifically to the interests and needs of contemporary women. Products are shipped within one to four business days, and future purchases can be completed entirely via text, enhancing both ease and efficiency in shopping.

The RealReal

Series G in 2018
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

The RealReal

Series E in 2016
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

ShopKeep

Series D in 2015
ShopKeep Inc. offers a comprehensive point-of-sale solution tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Portland, Northbrook, and Belfast, the company provides cloud-based software and hardware, including card readers, receipt printers, and Bluetooth scanners, specifically designed for iPad use. Its system facilitates secure payment processing, inventory management, and employee tracking, while also offering real-time reporting and analytics. ShopKeep’s services extend to a merchant cash advance program, a marketing dashboard for tracking customer engagement, and a mobile app that allows business owners to monitor performance remotely. With a customer support team available 24/7, ShopKeep serves a diverse range of establishments, including cafes, retail shops, and food trucks across the United States, Canada, and Guam. As of late 2020, ShopKeep operates as a subsidiary of Lightspeed POS Inc.

The RealReal

Series D in 2015
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

The RealReal

Series C in 2014
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

ShopKeep

Series C in 2014
ShopKeep Inc. offers a comprehensive point-of-sale solution tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Portland, Northbrook, and Belfast, the company provides cloud-based software and hardware, including card readers, receipt printers, and Bluetooth scanners, specifically designed for iPad use. Its system facilitates secure payment processing, inventory management, and employee tracking, while also offering real-time reporting and analytics. ShopKeep’s services extend to a merchant cash advance program, a marketing dashboard for tracking customer engagement, and a mobile app that allows business owners to monitor performance remotely. With a customer support team available 24/7, ShopKeep serves a diverse range of establishments, including cafes, retail shops, and food trucks across the United States, Canada, and Guam. As of late 2020, ShopKeep operates as a subsidiary of Lightspeed POS Inc.

JOOR

Series B in 2013
JOOR, Inc. operates a global online fashion marketplace that facilitates wholesale buying by connecting brands and retailers through a digital platform. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, JOOR has expanded its presence with offices in major cities such as Los Angeles, London, Milan, Paris, and Sydney. The company serves over 12,500 brands across 53 categories and connects with more than 300,000 retailers in 144 countries, managing a substantial gross merchandise volume of $1.5 billion each month. JOOR's client base includes prominent retailers like Neiman Marcus and Harrods, as well as notable brands such as Tory Burch and Alexander McQueen. Backed by investors including Battery Ventures and Canaan Partners, JOOR is recognized for its innovative approach and diverse workforce, which includes a noteworthy representation of women in leadership and technical roles. The company is committed to transforming wholesale management in the fashion industry.

The RealReal

Series B in 2013
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

ShopKeep

Series B in 2012
ShopKeep Inc. offers a comprehensive point-of-sale solution tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Portland, Northbrook, and Belfast, the company provides cloud-based software and hardware, including card readers, receipt printers, and Bluetooth scanners, specifically designed for iPad use. Its system facilitates secure payment processing, inventory management, and employee tracking, while also offering real-time reporting and analytics. ShopKeep’s services extend to a merchant cash advance program, a marketing dashboard for tracking customer engagement, and a mobile app that allows business owners to monitor performance remotely. With a customer support team available 24/7, ShopKeep serves a diverse range of establishments, including cafes, retail shops, and food trucks across the United States, Canada, and Guam. As of late 2020, ShopKeep operates as a subsidiary of Lightspeed POS Inc.

The RealReal

Series A in 2012
The RealReal, Inc. operates an online marketplace for consigned luxury goods. It offers various resale product categories, including women’s, men’s, kids’, jewelry, and watches, as well as home and art products. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

OpenSky

Series C in 2011
OpenSky Project, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects merchants and shoppers, enabling users to shop and share a wide range of branded products across categories such as jewelry, home goods, beauty, apparel, electronics, and more. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in various U.S. cities and in Romania. OpenSky aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing simple technology that enhances global trade, allowing small businesses to thrive. The platform also emphasizes social commerce, making transactions more immediate and interconnected. As a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, OpenSky plays a significant role in facilitating trade for hundreds of thousands of businesses, contributing to substantial annual sales. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, appearing on notable lists such as Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies and Forbes' America's Most Promising Companies.

OpenSky

Series B in 2010
OpenSky Project, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects merchants and shoppers, enabling users to shop and share a wide range of branded products across categories such as jewelry, home goods, beauty, apparel, electronics, and more. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in various U.S. cities and in Romania. OpenSky aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing simple technology that enhances global trade, allowing small businesses to thrive. The platform also emphasizes social commerce, making transactions more immediate and interconnected. As a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, OpenSky plays a significant role in facilitating trade for hundreds of thousands of businesses, contributing to substantial annual sales. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, appearing on notable lists such as Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies and Forbes' America's Most Promising Companies.

OpenSky

Series A in 2009
OpenSky Project, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects merchants and shoppers, enabling users to shop and share a wide range of branded products across categories such as jewelry, home goods, beauty, apparel, electronics, and more. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in various U.S. cities and in Romania. OpenSky aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing simple technology that enhances global trade, allowing small businesses to thrive. The platform also emphasizes social commerce, making transactions more immediate and interconnected. As a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, OpenSky plays a significant role in facilitating trade for hundreds of thousands of businesses, contributing to substantial annual sales. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, appearing on notable lists such as Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies and Forbes' America's Most Promising Companies.

Paragon Lake

Venture Round in 2008
Paragon Lake has changed jewelry buying experiences by providing retailers and consumers a way to design one of a kind jewelry online.

Vue Technology

Venture Round in 2006
Vue Technology is the leading provider of item-level RFID infrastructure, with over six years of in-store and supply chain experience delivering measurable value through improved inventory visibility for clients in Apparel, Footwear, Books, Media & Entertainment and Retail Pharmacy. With this visibility, their customers have dramatically improved on-floor availability and increased revenues while reducing out-of-stocks, shrinkage, and labor costs.
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