Capital Factory

Capital Factory, established in 2009, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional presence in Dallas and Houston. It focuses on investing in and accelerating early-stage companies, primarily in the software, media, and technology sectors. The firm provides resources, mentorship, and coworking space to its portfolio companies, connecting them with initial investors, employees, and customers.

Bryan Chambers

Co-Founder and President

Gordon Daugherty

Director, Co-Founder and President

Robert Fabbio

Partner

Matt Hastings

Senior Venture Associate

Nick Spiller

Venture Principal

Past deals in Austin, TX

Captain Experiences

Seed Round in 2022
Captain Experiences is an Austin-based company that simplifies the booking of outdoor sports trips, initially focusing on fishing and adventure experiences. The platform enables users to search for thousands of guided trips based on various criteria such as location, group size, target species, and price. With a mission to make the outdoors accessible to everyone, Captain Experiences offers a seamless online booking experience and connects customers with knowledgeable guides, referred to as "Damn Good Guides." The company aims to expand its offerings beyond fishing and hunting to encompass a wider range of outdoor sports and destinations, ensuring that users can easily and safely book their desired adventures.

Sunroom Rentals

Series A in 2021
Sunroom Rentals Texas, LLC is a real estate technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018. It offers an online platform that simplifies the process of finding and leasing rental properties, including condos, apartments, and houses. The application allows users to locate available rentals, book property tours, and submit applications directly through the site. Sunroom Rentals provides various options for property viewing, including self-showing locks for in-person visits and virtual 360-degree tours. Additionally, the company employs a team of representatives who are available seven days a week to assist renters throughout the leasing process, connecting them with licensed agents and tour guides to facilitate their property tours.

Gembah

Seed Round in 2020
Gembah, Inc. is a product design and development company headquartered in Austin, Texas, founded in 2017. It offers a machine learning platform that connects businesses and entrepreneurs with expert resources throughout the product creation process, including design, sourcing, and manufacturing. Gembah's services encompass factory finding, production management, logistics, quality control, and compliance oversight. By democratizing the product creation process, Gembah empowers entrepreneurs, e-commerce sellers, and small to midsize businesses to efficiently manage their supply chains and develop new products. The company's comprehensive suite of tools includes custom-assigned designers and engineers, facilitating the entire journey from concept to market.

CollBox

Pre Seed Round in 2020
CollBox Inc. is an Austin-based company that operates an online platform designed to assist small businesses in managing past-due receivables. Founded in 2015, CollBox's platform automates the debt collection process by integrating with clients' cloud accounting software to identify delinquent accounts. This enables business owners to efficiently send overdue invoices to ethical debt collection professionals with minimal effort. By streamlining the connection between businesses and collection agencies, CollBox allows users to focus on their core operations while improving the recovery of outstanding debts.

Diligent Robotics

Seed Round in 2019
Diligent Robotics Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of hospital service robots. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company has created Moxi, a robotic assistant designed to support clinical and nursing staff with logistical tasks in hospital settings. Moxi is equipped with advanced mobile manipulation, social intelligence, and human-guided learning capabilities, allowing it to collaborate effectively with human teams. By automating routine logistical duties, Moxi enables healthcare providers to focus more on direct patient care, thereby enhancing patient satisfaction, service quality, and safety in healthcare environments. The company also develops artificial intelligence-based software suites that allow its robots to adapt to and thrive in dynamic, semi-structured environments.

FeatureBase

Seed Round in 2019
FeatureBase, operating as Molecula Research Laboratories, LLC, specializes in providing advanced solutions for researchers, particularly in the fields of protein function studies and gene expression. The company utilizes proprietary RNA interference technology to deliver antisense oligonucleotides and offers a range of products, including neuropeptides marketed under the brand Princeton Peptides, as well as transfection reagents such as Maxfect and Genfect. Additionally, Molecula has developed the Inducer, an innovative substitute for IPTG that enhances soluble protein production. With its Cloud Data Access platform, Molecula simplifies and accelerates access to big data, enabling users to create highly efficient data representations without the need for pre-aggregation or data movement. Founded in 1993 and based in Herndon, Virginia, the company continues to advance research capabilities in the life sciences.

Spruce

Venture Round in 2019
Spruce Services, Inc. operates an online platform that connects users with service professionals for various household needs, including housekeeping, pet care, laundry, and dry cleaning. The platform allows users to customize services such as whole home cleaning, pet sitting, and laundry wash and fold, among others. Users can book verified professionals for tasks like tidying up, dog walking, and managing daily chores, ensuring a convenient and efficient service experience. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company was formerly known as Apartment Butler, Inc. before rebranding in June 2019. Spruce aims to change the way individuals access home services through its mobile app, catering primarily to residents in apartment complexes.

StoryFit

Series A in 2019
StoryFit Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in artificial intelligence insights and machine learning solutions for the book publishing, movie, and television production industries. Founded in 2014, StoryFit develops tools such as StoryFit Metadata and StoryFit Analytics, which empower publishers and studios to analyze metadata and gain insights related to audience targeting, reader personas, writing evaluation, and marketing intelligence. The company's proprietary AI technology simulates audience responses to content, offering predictive analytics and content suggestions by comparing key features of existing books or scripts. StoryFit aims to support creative decision-makers in crafting compelling narratives by providing actionable data that informs development, marketing, and merchandising strategies.

Coder

Seed Round in 2018
Coder is an information technology company that provides open-source tools and an enterprise platform that makes it easier to configure, secure and scale development environments. The company aims to build the best products available for developers. It was founded in 2017 and based in Austin, Texas.

Spruce

Venture Round in 2018
Spruce Services, Inc. operates an online platform that connects users with service professionals for various household needs, including housekeeping, pet care, laundry, and dry cleaning. The platform allows users to customize services such as whole home cleaning, pet sitting, and laundry wash and fold, among others. Users can book verified professionals for tasks like tidying up, dog walking, and managing daily chores, ensuring a convenient and efficient service experience. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company was formerly known as Apartment Butler, Inc. before rebranding in June 2019. Spruce aims to change the way individuals access home services through its mobile app, catering primarily to residents in apartment complexes.

Stoplight

Seed Round in 2018
Stoplight, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an application programming interface (API) toolkit designed to enhance the API lifecycle. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Stoplight offers a comprehensive platform that supports API modeling, documentation, and testing. The company's tools enable organizations to manage their pre-production API workflows efficiently, allowing for the design of APIs through a visual designer, automatic mocking of API designs, and collaboration among users for feedback. Stoplight's solutions aim to improve the speed and quality of API development while ensuring adherence to style guides. By providing automated documentation and integration capabilities, Stoplight fosters a standardized and collaborative approach to API management, ultimately benefiting developers and organizations alike.

Eventador.io

Seed Round in 2018
Eventador.io is a managed enterprise-grade stream processing platform based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2016 by Erik Beebe and Kenny Gorman. The company aims to simplify the complexities of building applications that rely on real-time data. Its platform facilitates the development of real-time applications and analytics by utilizing continuous SQL, which eliminates the need for complex programming. Eventador.io streamlines the processes of writing, deploying, joining, and managing fault-tolerant data streams, allowing clients to effectively transform these streams into valuable resources for real-time ETL, data science, and RESTful application development.

Vault

Seed Round in 2018
Vault is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2013, that specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for student loan management and support. The company offers an intuitive web-based tool designed to assist employees in managing their student debt, empowering them to achieve financial freedom. Vault enables employers to enhance talent acquisition and retention by facilitating contributions to employees' loan repayments while also promoting 401(k) savings. The platform simplifies repayment scenarios and helps users find suitable repayment plans, fostering strong relationships between employers and employees. By addressing the financial burden of student loan debt, Vault positions itself as a valuable resource for organizations looking to support their workforce.

Yonder

Seed Round in 2018
Yonder LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Austin, Texas, develops an application designed to help brands contextualize online information. The company aims to define the authentic internet category by providing cultural context to information as it circulates online. Yonder believes that adding this context is essential to prevent the dehumanization of information, which can contribute to issues such as fake accounts, misinformation, and disinformation. By striving to enhance the flow of information, Yonder seeks to foster a more trustworthy and open digital environment, countering trends of information gatekeeping and mistrust.

Press Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Press Technologies LLC is a service-oriented company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in providing pick-up and delivery services for dry cleaning and laundry. Founded in 2015, the company simplifies the laundry process for customers by collecting garments from their locations, delivering them to local dry cleaners, and returning the cleaned items back to the customers. Press Technologies offers a mobile application compatible with both iOS and Android devices, as well as a web application, allowing users to conveniently book services on demand.

Sunroom Rentals

Seed Round in 2017
Sunroom Rentals Texas, LLC is a real estate technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2018. It offers an online platform that simplifies the process of finding and leasing rental properties, including condos, apartments, and houses. The application allows users to locate available rentals, book property tours, and submit applications directly through the site. Sunroom Rentals provides various options for property viewing, including self-showing locks for in-person visits and virtual 360-degree tours. Additionally, the company employs a team of representatives who are available seven days a week to assist renters throughout the leasing process, connecting them with licensed agents and tour guides to facilitate their property tours.

PreFix

Convertible Note in 2017
PreFix Inc. is a home care service provider based in Austin, Texas, specializing in preventive maintenance for various household systems, including appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Founded in 2013, the company offers a comprehensive range of services designed to alleviate the maintenance challenges faced by homeowners and landlords. These services include cleaning and inspecting appliances, servicing HVAC units, and addressing plumbing issues, among others. By facilitating the booking of maintenance and repair personnel, PreFix aims to streamline the home maintenance process while helping clients save significantly on annual maintenance costs. The company’s focus on preventive care allows it to address minor issues before they escalate, ensuring a safer and more efficient home environment.

Real Savvy

Debt Financing in 2016
Real Savvy, Inc. is a real estate technology platform based in Austin, Texas, that was incorporated in 2014. The company specializes in providing real estate professionals with a comprehensive suite of tools, including a consumer website, customer relationship management (CRM) system, collaborative IDX, and a branded mobile application. By focusing on improving the online property search experience, Real Savvy aims to enhance collaboration between agents and clients, making real estate transactions more efficient and user-friendly. As of October 1, 2019, Real Savvy operates as a subsidiary of Ojo Labs Inc.

Owlchemy Labs

Series A in 2016
Owlchemy Labs LLC is a game studio based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing innovative and polished games, particularly in the virtual reality (VR) space. Owlchemy Labs is recognized for its mechanic-driven gameplay and has produced several original titles for over 20 desktop and mobile platforms. Notable games include Job Simulator, which was featured as a Sundance Official Selection, and Rick and Morty Simulator: Virtual Rick-ality, published by Adult Swim. Other acclaimed titles include Dyscourse, Jack Lumber, and Snuggle Truck. In addition to game development, Owlchemy Labs is actively involved in the VR community, having founded the VR Austin group, which boasts over 2,000 members, and frequently participates as speakers on VR topics globally.

data.world

Venture Round in 2016
Data.world is an Austin-based company that develops an open data platform designed to make data accessible and understandable for everyone, not just data specialists. Founded in 2015, the platform enables users to find relevant data, understand its context, and share it easily. It supports various sectors including finance, education, environment, and more. Data.world's cloud-native data catalog maps siloed data to consistent business concepts, creating a unified body of knowledge. The company is also known for fostering a collaborative data community where users work on projects ranging from social bot detection to data journalism. Data.world operates as a Public Benefit Corporation, legally structured to pursue both its mission and shareholder value equally.

OutboundEngine

Series C in 2016
OutboundEngine, Inc. is a marketing technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in providing marketing automation solutions for small and midsize businesses across various sectors, including real estate, finance, insurance, and wellness. Founded in 2010, the company offers a cloud-based platform that simplifies online marketing by automating email campaigns, social media postings, and online review collection. This platform, known as The OutboundEngine Platform, enables clients to deliver personalized marketing content efficiently and effectively. In addition to its core offerings, OutboundEngine provides a tool called Harmony, which facilitates unified marketing across franchise and agent networks. The company has established itself as a leader in the marketing automation space, serving over 10,000 customers and earning recognition as a top workplace in Austin.

Eventador.io

Seed Round in 2016
Eventador.io is a managed enterprise-grade stream processing platform based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2016 by Erik Beebe and Kenny Gorman. The company aims to simplify the complexities of building applications that rely on real-time data. Its platform facilitates the development of real-time applications and analytics by utilizing continuous SQL, which eliminates the need for complex programming. Eventador.io streamlines the processes of writing, deploying, joining, and managing fault-tolerant data streams, allowing clients to effectively transform these streams into valuable resources for real-time ETL, data science, and RESTful application development.

Vault

Seed Round in 2016
Vault is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2013, that specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for student loan management and support. The company offers an intuitive web-based tool designed to assist employees in managing their student debt, empowering them to achieve financial freedom. Vault enables employers to enhance talent acquisition and retention by facilitating contributions to employees' loan repayments while also promoting 401(k) savings. The platform simplifies repayment scenarios and helps users find suitable repayment plans, fostering strong relationships between employers and employees. By addressing the financial burden of student loan debt, Vault positions itself as a valuable resource for organizations looking to support their workforce.

NarrativeDx

Seed Round in 2015
NarrativeDx Inc. is a data analytics company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in enhancing patient experiences within healthcare settings. The company's cloud-based platform employs artificial intelligence, specifically natural language processing and machine learning, to collect, analyze, and visualize unstructured feedback from a variety of sources, including patient surveys and social media. By aggregating this data, NarrativeDx helps healthcare administrators understand the factors influencing patient satisfaction and offers actionable insights to improve care quality. The platform's intuitive dashboards highlight critical areas for improvement and provide specific recommendations, enabling hospitals to enhance patient engagement, increase referrals, and optimize overall operational performance. Co-founded in 2014, NarrativeDx operates as a subsidiary of Press Ganey Associates, Inc.

TrendKite

Series B in 2015
TrendKite is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2012, specializing in public relations (PR) analytics software. The company's mission is to assist organizations in understanding public perception and responding effectively. TrendKite's platform provides comprehensive tools for measuring the impact of PR efforts on brand awareness, website traffic, and overall business objectives. It enables users to create automated or customizable dashboards that can swiftly analyze vast amounts of data, streamlining workflow and improving efficiency. The software is designed to help brands and agencies evaluate trends across various media types, generate insightful reports, and focus on the quality of media coverage rather than merely the quantity.

OutboundEngine

Series B in 2014
OutboundEngine, Inc. is a marketing technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in providing marketing automation solutions for small and midsize businesses across various sectors, including real estate, finance, insurance, and wellness. Founded in 2010, the company offers a cloud-based platform that simplifies online marketing by automating email campaigns, social media postings, and online review collection. This platform, known as The OutboundEngine Platform, enables clients to deliver personalized marketing content efficiently and effectively. In addition to its core offerings, OutboundEngine provides a tool called Harmony, which facilitates unified marketing across franchise and agent networks. The company has established itself as a leader in the marketing automation space, serving over 10,000 customers and earning recognition as a top workplace in Austin.

TrendKite

Series A in 2013
TrendKite is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2012, specializing in public relations (PR) analytics software. The company's mission is to assist organizations in understanding public perception and responding effectively. TrendKite's platform provides comprehensive tools for measuring the impact of PR efforts on brand awareness, website traffic, and overall business objectives. It enables users to create automated or customizable dashboards that can swiftly analyze vast amounts of data, streamlining workflow and improving efficiency. The software is designed to help brands and agencies evaluate trends across various media types, generate insightful reports, and focus on the quality of media coverage rather than merely the quantity.

Postmaster

Seed Round in 2013
Postmasters Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in small-package logistics optimization. Founded in 2012, the company offers a shipping optimization API that simplifies the integration of shipping processes for businesses using major carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS. Its solutions enable users to create shipments, track packages, and receive notifications about shipment events, while also validating addresses to ensure accuracy. By providing real-time shipment optimization and historical analytics, Postmasters helps businesses save on shipping costs and enhance their logistics operations.

Postmaster

Seed Round in 2013
Postmasters Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in small-package logistics optimization. Founded in 2012, the company offers a shipping optimization API that simplifies the integration of shipping processes for businesses using major carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS. Its solutions enable users to create shipments, track packages, and receive notifications about shipment events, while also validating addresses to ensure accuracy. By providing real-time shipment optimization and historical analytics, Postmasters helps businesses save on shipping costs and enhance their logistics operations.

OutboundEngine

Series A in 2012
OutboundEngine, Inc. is a marketing technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in providing marketing automation solutions for small and midsize businesses across various sectors, including real estate, finance, insurance, and wellness. Founded in 2010, the company offers a cloud-based platform that simplifies online marketing by automating email campaigns, social media postings, and online review collection. This platform, known as The OutboundEngine Platform, enables clients to deliver personalized marketing content efficiently and effectively. In addition to its core offerings, OutboundEngine provides a tool called Harmony, which facilitates unified marketing across franchise and agent networks. The company has established itself as a leader in the marketing automation space, serving over 10,000 customers and earning recognition as a top workplace in Austin.

Speakermix

Seed Round in 2011
Speakermix provides a speaker discovery service, allowing event planners and organizers to find qualified, suitable speakers for their events. The company participated in the Capital Factory 2011 session. Speakermix is based out of Austin, TX.

Keepstream

Seed Round in 2010
Keepstream is an Austin, TX based web startup for real-time curation and social bookmarking. It is currently in public beta. Keepstream lets you create collections of social media and links from sources like Twitter, Facebook, and their "Keep It" bookmarklet. Collections are public URLs that can be shared, and can be embedded as a widget onto a website.
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