Accomplice

Accomplice is a Boston-based venture capital firm, with an additional office in San Francisco, specializing in seed and early-stage investments in technology startups. It primarily invests in companies focused on cybersecurity, eSports, data analytics, SMB class software, emerging hardware platforms, and marketplaces. Accomplice uniquely leverages community platforms like AngelList, Boston Syndicates, and Maiden Lane to empower and fund exceptional founders. With a majority of its investments in Boston and additional investments throughout the U.S., Canada, and the E.U., Accomplice is one of the most active early-stage firms in New England.

Jeff Fagnan

General Partner

Past deals in Eastern US

HqO

Series D in 2023
HqO, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service tenant engagement platform tailored for commercial real estate professionals. The platform enables landlords to foster community and enhance tenant experiences by providing a mobile application that connects tenants to building amenities and each other, as well as integrating with building systems. It allows tenants to access features such as building entry via smartphone, shuttle tracking, and food ordering. Additionally, HqO's offerings include analytics, mobile access, transit data, alerts, and smart building solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, asset managers, property managers, real estate brokers, and tenants. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, HqO also has offices in London and Paris. The company was previously known as VentureApp Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

User Interviews

Series B in 2022
User Interviews, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a platform for recruiting participants for product tests and market research. Founded in 2013 and based in Brooklyn, New York, it offers tools such as Recruit, which facilitates flexible participant recruitment across various research types, and Research Hub, a centralized system for managing research participants. Additionally, User Interviews provides resources like the UX Research field guide to assist researchers, designers, and product managers at all levels of experience. The platform enables users to easily access a diverse panel of participants through features like screener surveys, calendars, incentives, and messaging, and it allows for the creation of a Research CRM that can accommodate up to 100 contacts free of charge. The company was previously known as MobileSuites, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

TVision

Venture Round in 2022
TVision is an audience measurement company that specializes in providing detailed insights into TV and cable television viewer engagement. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Boston and Tokyo, TVision offers second-by-second, person-level data that captures who is watching, what they are watching, and the attention levels of viewers for both linear and streaming TV. Its technology enables advertisers, agencies, networks, and content providers to enhance advertising effectiveness by making informed media decisions, measuring performance, creating engaging content, and benchmarking against competitors. By delivering real-time performance metrics, TVision allows its clients to optimize their strategies and improve engagement with audiences across various viewing platforms.

Robin

Series C in 2022
Robin is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in workforce management solutions that enhance productivity and engagement in open office environments. The platform enables employees to efficiently secure the right spaces and resources for their projects while providing facilities leaders with valuable insights for optimizing workplace usage. Robin's technology facilitates activity-based working by allowing users to schedule meetings, desks, and other resources in offices worldwide. Additionally, the platform is designed to assist companies in safely reopening offices and managing flexible or hybrid work arrangements, offering features such as automatic removal of no-show meetings and comprehensive usage reports.

Ness

Seed Round in 2022
Ness builds a credit card-first wedge into healthcare. It allows its user to earn rewards for healthy purchases and access exclusive perks to complement their lifestyle. It was established in 2021 and is based in New York, United States.

NeighborSchools

Venture Round in 2022
NeighborSchools, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a platform connecting childcare providers with families seeking care solutions. Founded in 2018, the platform allows educators to manage their own licensed family childcare programs while empowering them to operate as independent micro-entrepreneurs. By facilitating in-home childcare options, NeighborSchools enables caregivers to earn more while providing personalized attention to small groups of children. Families benefit from the ability to research, enroll, and pay tuition directly through the platform, significantly reducing childcare costs. The company emphasizes individualized care, smaller child-to-caregiver ratios, and a creative curriculum designed to foster child development.

TAPPP

Series B in 2022
TAPPP is a New York City-based company that facilitates access to sports content and betting through innovative payment solutions. By providing multiple payment options, TAPPP allows consumers to easily engage with sports streaming products, including those from major leagues like MLB and NFL. The company enhances the sports viewing experience by offering a gaming and transaction platform that delivers real-time, content-specific experiences across various devices. TAPPP's services include on-screen, at-event, and in-store products aimed at creating impactful and contextual commerce opportunities. This approach not only improves customer engagement but also supports companies in acquiring new customers and increasing their overall satisfaction. TAPPP's mission is to make sports content more engaging and accessible to fans while ensuring a safe and convenient betting experience.

Flume Health

Series A in 2022
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans based in New York, founded in 2018. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly by offering exceptional customer support alongside innovative payment technology. Flume Health's platform enables members to access healthcare services at significantly reduced rates, typically 20-40% lower than traditional network prices. Additionally, the company employs a virtual assistant to address healthcare-related inquiries, facilitating private communication with trained care guides. Their services include providing data to identify quality medical care, booking appointments, and sending reminders, all aimed at helping clients find affordable medical providers that meet their needs.

Grata

Series A in 2022
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Appcues

Series B in 2022
Appcues, Inc. is a Boston-based Software-as-a-Service company founded in 2013 that specializes in user onboarding solutions. The platform allows non-technical teams to create personalized onboarding experiences without the need for coding, thereby enhancing product adoption and user retention. Users can design, publish, and manage onboarding flows, in-app announcements, and surveys in a matter of minutes. Appcues also offers tools to measure and analyze product usage, enabling businesses to gather user feedback and insights effectively. The platform is utilized by numerous product-led organizations worldwide, helping them to improve their user engagement and outcomes.

Whoop

Series F in 2021
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.

block a

Seed Round in 2021
Renting apartments is expensive, and the tools are inefficient and outdated. block.a is an NYC / Tel Aviv Proptech company, combines automated marketing, AI bots, self-touring, occupied apartment touring, and big data machine learning into an end-to-end residential leasing solution. Landlords save resources and reduce days on market by over 50%, and have full visibility into their leasing data and overall performance. Renters can simply show up in the area they want to live in, tour 30 units in-person, apply and sign a lease - all within one platform, and within one single day.

Givz

Seed Round in 2021
Givz is a New York-based marketing technology company founded in 2017, specializing in purpose-driven solutions designed to enhance brand engagement and customer loyalty. The company has developed a frictionless platform that enables individuals to donate to over 1.6 million U.S. charities in under 15 seconds. Givz partners with brands to create a unique Shop-to-Givz model, which transforms discounts into charitable donations, allowing customers to contribute to causes they care about while making purchases. This innovative approach not only strengthens consumer-brand relationships but also drives quantifiable growth by leveraging emotional connections. Givz's platform is designed for seamless integration, requiring minimal technical effort from clients, and ultimately aims to elevate brand value, increase order value, and promote meaningful customer engagement.

Graphite

Series A in 2021
Graphite, Inc. is a technology platform that facilitates an online marketplace connecting organizations with a vetted pool of finance and consulting professionals for project-based work. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Boston, Graphite enables companies across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and telecommunications, to access specialized expertise on demand. By providing a streamlined way for organizations to engage top-tier consultants and executives, Graphite helps alleviate bandwidth constraints and drive significant organizational change, allowing clients to innovate more rapidly and enhance business performance. Formerly known as SpareHire, Inc., Graphite rebranded in July 2019, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality consulting services tailored to the needs of its clients.

Flume Health

Seed Round in 2021
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans based in New York, founded in 2018. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly by offering exceptional customer support alongside innovative payment technology. Flume Health's platform enables members to access healthcare services at significantly reduced rates, typically 20-40% lower than traditional network prices. Additionally, the company employs a virtual assistant to address healthcare-related inquiries, facilitating private communication with trained care guides. Their services include providing data to identify quality medical care, booking appointments, and sending reminders, all aimed at helping clients find affordable medical providers that meet their needs.

ivee

Venture Round in 2021
Ivee specializes in providing wellness and intravenous (IV) treatment services delivered directly to patients' homes. The company focuses on making health services more accessible by offering on-demand IV therapy for various needs, including detoxification, immune support, and productivity enhancement. Patients can conveniently book these IV therapy sessions online, eliminating the need to travel for wellness and ancillary care. Through its innovative delivery infrastructure, Ivee aims to redefine the way individuals receive health treatments, emphasizing comfort and accessibility.

RippleMatch

Venture Round in 2021
RippleMatch Inc. is an online recruiting services company founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in recruitment automation, aiming to transform how Generation Z finds employment by streamlining the job search process. By replacing traditional job boards with a matching system powered by artificial intelligence, RippleMatch simplifies recruitment for both job seekers and employers. The platform helps early-career candidates secure employment after college while enabling employers to build diverse, high-performing teams. Leading organizations, including Amazon and Teach For America, utilize RippleMatch to enhance their recruitment efforts and connect with top talent across the country.

Grata

Seed Round in 2021
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

User Interviews

Series A in 2021
User Interviews, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a platform for recruiting participants for product tests and market research. Founded in 2013 and based in Brooklyn, New York, it offers tools such as Recruit, which facilitates flexible participant recruitment across various research types, and Research Hub, a centralized system for managing research participants. Additionally, User Interviews provides resources like the UX Research field guide to assist researchers, designers, and product managers at all levels of experience. The platform enables users to easily access a diverse panel of participants through features like screener surveys, calendars, incentives, and messaging, and it allows for the creation of a Research CRM that can accommodate up to 100 contacts free of charge. The company was previously known as MobileSuites, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Unstack

Series A in 2020
Unstack Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in a no-code platform designed for building websites, landing pages, and blogs specifically for SaaS, eCommerce brands, and marketing teams. Established in 2019, Unstack provides a unified marketing solution that enables marketers and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses without requiring technical expertise in coding or design. The platform allows users to create high-performance digital assets that drive traffic, generate leads, and enhance sales, facilitating a seamless approach to online marketing and customer engagement. By focusing on ease of use and collaboration, Unstack aims to empower clients to effectively publish and manage their web presence, thereby supporting their growth initiatives.

Mable

Series A in 2020
Mable is a Boston-based company that operates a mobile and web-based B2B wholesale e-commerce platform specifically designed for retailers and distributors in the grocery sector. Founded in 2019, the platform enables users to discover and purchase a diverse range of products from various brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. Mable aims to streamline the wholesale buying process, providing an efficient solution for grocers seeking to source quality products.

TVision

Venture Round in 2020
TVision is an audience measurement company that specializes in providing detailed insights into TV and cable television viewer engagement. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Boston and Tokyo, TVision offers second-by-second, person-level data that captures who is watching, what they are watching, and the attention levels of viewers for both linear and streaming TV. Its technology enables advertisers, agencies, networks, and content providers to enhance advertising effectiveness by making informed media decisions, measuring performance, creating engaging content, and benchmarking against competitors. By delivering real-time performance metrics, TVision allows its clients to optimize their strategies and improve engagement with audiences across various viewing platforms.

Grata

Seed Round in 2020
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Sea Machines Robotics

Series B in 2020
Sea Machines Robotics, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine industry. Established in 2014, the company produces systems like SM300 for remote vessel command, SM200 for collaborative operations, SM400 for AI-powered situational awareness on container ships, RC NXT for PLC-based wireless control, and DP-NXT for crew reduction or elimination on vessels. Sea Machines offers solutions for various unmanned applications, including bathymetric surveys, AUV-tendering, subsea asset inspection, passive acoustic monitoring, and dual towing.

HqO

Series B in 2019
HqO, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service tenant engagement platform tailored for commercial real estate professionals. The platform enables landlords to foster community and enhance tenant experiences by providing a mobile application that connects tenants to building amenities and each other, as well as integrating with building systems. It allows tenants to access features such as building entry via smartphone, shuttle tracking, and food ordering. Additionally, HqO's offerings include analytics, mobile access, transit data, alerts, and smart building solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, asset managers, property managers, real estate brokers, and tenants. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, HqO also has offices in London and Paris. The company was previously known as VentureApp Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

Bison Trails

Series A in 2019
Bison Trails Co. is a blockchain infrastructure platform that enables operators to run nodes securely across multiple blockchains. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company focuses on providing enterprise-grade security and a multi-cloud, multi-region distribution system, ensuring a 99.99% uptime guarantee for node operators. Bison Trails aims to enhance the overall blockchain ecosystem by offering a robust and secure infrastructure, facilitating activities such as staking, validating, voting, and transacting without the need for customers to develop their own security or operational capabilities. Through its technology, Bison Trails supports the participation of various stakeholders in the blockchain space, promoting transparency and decentralization.

Whoop

Series D in 2019
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.

Mable

Seed Round in 2019
Mable is a Boston-based company that operates a mobile and web-based B2B wholesale e-commerce platform specifically designed for retailers and distributors in the grocery sector. Founded in 2019, the platform enables users to discover and purchase a diverse range of products from various brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. Mable aims to streamline the wholesale buying process, providing an efficient solution for grocers seeking to source quality products.

NeighborSchools

Seed Round in 2019
NeighborSchools, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a platform connecting childcare providers with families seeking care solutions. Founded in 2018, the platform allows educators to manage their own licensed family childcare programs while empowering them to operate as independent micro-entrepreneurs. By facilitating in-home childcare options, NeighborSchools enables caregivers to earn more while providing personalized attention to small groups of children. Families benefit from the ability to research, enroll, and pay tuition directly through the platform, significantly reducing childcare costs. The company emphasizes individualized care, smaller child-to-caregiver ratios, and a creative curriculum designed to foster child development.

RippleMatch

Series A in 2019
RippleMatch Inc. is an online recruiting services company founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in recruitment automation, aiming to transform how Generation Z finds employment by streamlining the job search process. By replacing traditional job boards with a matching system powered by artificial intelligence, RippleMatch simplifies recruitment for both job seekers and employers. The platform helps early-career candidates secure employment after college while enabling employers to build diverse, high-performing teams. Leading organizations, including Amazon and Teach For America, utilize RippleMatch to enhance their recruitment efforts and connect with top talent across the country.

SecurityScorecard

Series D in 2019
SecurityScorecard, Inc., founded in 2013 by Dr. Alex Yampolskiy and Sam Kassoumeh, is a leading provider of cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring services. The company's platform assesses the cybersecurity strength of third-party vendors and businesses, offering solutions like ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine, and Score Planner for remediation paths. SecurityScorecard serves Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, providing tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting. Its patented technology rates over a million companies continuously, enabling organizations to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks across their digital footprint. The company is based in New York, New York.

Edgewise Networks

Series A in 2019
Edgewise Networks, Inc. is a cybersecurity software provider based in Burlington, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in Trusted Application Networking, focusing on cloud and data center security by preventing network-borne threats. Edgewise’s solutions ensure that only trusted applications communicate over approved network paths, significantly reducing the risk of application compromise. By leveraging machine learning, Edgewise models application communication patterns and generates optimal protection policies, effectively eliminating up to 98% of the network attack surface. This proactive approach allows businesses to secure critical applications without necessitating changes to the existing network infrastructure, thereby enhancing overall security even in scenarios where traditional firewall protections may fail. Edgewise Networks operates as a subsidiary of Zscaler, Inc. as of May 2020.

Flume Health

Seed Round in 2019
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans based in New York, founded in 2018. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly by offering exceptional customer support alongside innovative payment technology. Flume Health's platform enables members to access healthcare services at significantly reduced rates, typically 20-40% lower than traditional network prices. Additionally, the company employs a virtual assistant to address healthcare-related inquiries, facilitating private communication with trained care guides. Their services include providing data to identify quality medical care, booking appointments, and sending reminders, all aimed at helping clients find affordable medical providers that meet their needs.

User Interviews

Seed Round in 2019
User Interviews, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a platform for recruiting participants for product tests and market research. Founded in 2013 and based in Brooklyn, New York, it offers tools such as Recruit, which facilitates flexible participant recruitment across various research types, and Research Hub, a centralized system for managing research participants. Additionally, User Interviews provides resources like the UX Research field guide to assist researchers, designers, and product managers at all levels of experience. The platform enables users to easily access a diverse panel of participants through features like screener surveys, calendars, incentives, and messaging, and it allows for the creation of a Research CRM that can accommodate up to 100 contacts free of charge. The company was previously known as MobileSuites, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Bison Trails

Seed Round in 2019
Bison Trails Co. is a blockchain infrastructure platform that enables operators to run nodes securely across multiple blockchains. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company focuses on providing enterprise-grade security and a multi-cloud, multi-region distribution system, ensuring a 99.99% uptime guarantee for node operators. Bison Trails aims to enhance the overall blockchain ecosystem by offering a robust and secure infrastructure, facilitating activities such as staking, validating, voting, and transacting without the need for customers to develop their own security or operational capabilities. Through its technology, Bison Trails supports the participation of various stakeholders in the blockchain space, promoting transparency and decentralization.

Robin

Series B in 2019
Robin is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in workforce management solutions that enhance productivity and engagement in open office environments. The platform enables employees to efficiently secure the right spaces and resources for their projects while providing facilities leaders with valuable insights for optimizing workplace usage. Robin's technology facilitates activity-based working by allowing users to schedule meetings, desks, and other resources in offices worldwide. Additionally, the platform is designed to assist companies in safely reopening offices and managing flexible or hybrid work arrangements, offering features such as automatic removal of no-show meetings and comprehensive usage reports.

DataCamp

Venture Round in 2018
DataCamp, established in 2014, is a global online learning platform specializing in data science. Headquartered in New York with offices in Cambridge, London, and Kessel-Lo, it offers over 100 interactive courses covering Python, R, SQL, Spark, data manipulation, visualization, and machine learning. Taught by industry experts, these courses combine high-quality video lessons with in-browser coding exercises and gamification elements. DataCamp also caters to businesses through its 'DataCamp for Business' program, providing scalable and cost-effective training solutions for analytics and data science teams. Its client roster includes prominent organizations such as eBay, BCI, Harvard, and GfK.

Sea Machines Robotics

Series A in 2018
Sea Machines Robotics, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine industry. Established in 2014, the company produces systems like SM300 for remote vessel command, SM200 for collaborative operations, SM400 for AI-powered situational awareness on container ships, RC NXT for PLC-based wireless control, and DP-NXT for crew reduction or elimination on vessels. Sea Machines offers solutions for various unmanned applications, including bathymetric surveys, AUV-tendering, subsea asset inspection, passive acoustic monitoring, and dual towing.

Rekener

Seed Round in 2018
Rekener, Inc. is a customer data platform focused on the B2B sector, established in 2015 and headquartered in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The company specializes in automatically creating and maintaining a comprehensive view of customers by integrating data from various sources, including Salesforce, Marketo, and HubSpot. Rekener provides analytical applications that help businesses prioritize their go-to-market resources effectively and automate key performance indicators, enabling continuous measurement of strategies and outcomes. As of December 2019, Rekener operates as a subsidiary of Brainshark, Inc.

Privy

Series A in 2018
Privy, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a marketing platform designed to assist small businesses, particularly in the e-commerce sector, in building and managing email lists. Founded in 2010, Privy's platform offers a range of tools for customer acquisition and engagement, including website popups, exit intent features, customizable banners, and landing pages that facilitate conversion tracking across various channels. Additionally, the company provides an iPad application for collecting email addresses from customers in retail environments and at events. By simplifying advanced marketing strategies, Privy empowers small e-commerce brands and local businesses to enhance their customer outreach, drive conversions, and foster growth.

HqO

Seed Round in 2018
HqO, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service tenant engagement platform tailored for commercial real estate professionals. The platform enables landlords to foster community and enhance tenant experiences by providing a mobile application that connects tenants to building amenities and each other, as well as integrating with building systems. It allows tenants to access features such as building entry via smartphone, shuttle tracking, and food ordering. Additionally, HqO's offerings include analytics, mobile access, transit data, alerts, and smart building solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, asset managers, property managers, real estate brokers, and tenants. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, HqO also has offices in London and Paris. The company was previously known as VentureApp Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

TAPPP

Series A in 2018
TAPPP is a New York City-based company that facilitates access to sports content and betting through innovative payment solutions. By providing multiple payment options, TAPPP allows consumers to easily engage with sports streaming products, including those from major leagues like MLB and NFL. The company enhances the sports viewing experience by offering a gaming and transaction platform that delivers real-time, content-specific experiences across various devices. TAPPP's services include on-screen, at-event, and in-store products aimed at creating impactful and contextual commerce opportunities. This approach not only improves customer engagement but also supports companies in acquiring new customers and increasing their overall satisfaction. TAPPP's mission is to make sports content more engaging and accessible to fans while ensuring a safe and convenient betting experience.

Appcues

Series A in 2018
Appcues, Inc. is a Boston-based Software-as-a-Service company founded in 2013 that specializes in user onboarding solutions. The platform allows non-technical teams to create personalized onboarding experiences without the need for coding, thereby enhancing product adoption and user retention. Users can design, publish, and manage onboarding flows, in-app announcements, and surveys in a matter of minutes. Appcues also offers tools to measure and analyze product usage, enabling businesses to gather user feedback and insights effectively. The platform is utilized by numerous product-led organizations worldwide, helping them to improve their user engagement and outcomes.

Root AI

Seed Round in 2018
Root AI, Inc. is a Woburn, Massachusetts-based company that develops artificial intelligence-powered robots specifically designed for indoor farming. Founded in 2018 by Joshua Lessing and Ryan Knopf, Root AI focuses on creating intelligent robotics that assist growers in building advanced agricultural systems. The company’s flagship product, the Virgo 1, is an autonomous robot capable of harvesting tomatoes without causing bruising and is equipped with advanced vision systems to better assess ripeness than human workers. Root AI aims to enhance efficiency in indoor farming, enabling growers to produce high-quality, chemical-free produce while optimizing operational processes.

TVision

Series A in 2018
TVision is an audience measurement company that specializes in providing detailed insights into TV and cable television viewer engagement. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Boston and Tokyo, TVision offers second-by-second, person-level data that captures who is watching, what they are watching, and the attention levels of viewers for both linear and streaming TV. Its technology enables advertisers, agencies, networks, and content providers to enhance advertising effectiveness by making informed media decisions, measuring performance, creating engaging content, and benchmarking against competitors. By delivering real-time performance metrics, TVision allows its clients to optimize their strategies and improve engagement with audiences across various viewing platforms.

TVISION INSIGHTS

Funding Round in 2018
TVISION INSIGHTS Co. Ltd., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in media research focused on television. The company utilizes advanced human body recognition technology to measure and analyze the "viewing quality" of TV commercials and programs. This innovative approach allows TVISION INSIGHTS to capture unique data on TV viewing behavior in living rooms, creating a comprehensive dataset that is uncommon in the industry. With an emphasis on global expansion, the company has established additional offices in Boston and New York, and continues to pursue growth opportunities across various markets. By addressing the evolving challenges of the television landscape, TVISION INSIGHTS aims to unlock the full potential of TV as a medium.

Peach

Series B in 2018
Peach is a Seattle-based company founded in 2014 that partners with local restaurants to provide curated lunch services for businesses in major metropolitan areas, including Seattle, Boston, and Phoenix. The company aims to enhance employee productivity by delivering wholesome and fulfilling lunch options directly to workplaces. Through its mobile application, Peach offers a convenient platform for companies to access daily menus from partnered restaurants and place orders either individually or in groups. This service not only streamlines the lunch experience for employees but also enables businesses to implement subsidized meal programs, promoting a supportive work environment. In recognition of its innovative approach, Peach was awarded the Geekwire Top 200 Pacific Northwest Start-Ups in 2015.

RippleMatch

Seed Round in 2018
RippleMatch Inc. is an online recruiting services company founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in recruitment automation, aiming to transform how Generation Z finds employment by streamlining the job search process. By replacing traditional job boards with a matching system powered by artificial intelligence, RippleMatch simplifies recruitment for both job seekers and employers. The platform helps early-career candidates secure employment after college while enabling employers to build diverse, high-performing teams. Leading organizations, including Amazon and Teach For America, utilize RippleMatch to enhance their recruitment efforts and connect with top talent across the country.

InsightSquared

Series D in 2018
InsightSquared is a Boston-based company founded in 2010, with an additional office in Austin, Texas. It specializes in developing a comprehensive Revenue Intelligence Platform for B2B organizations worldwide. The platform integrates six solutions: Tiles (sales analytics), Slate (report builder), marketing analytics, report authoring, and staffing analytics. These tools empower revenue professionals to make data-driven decisions by providing real-time insights into sales performance, pipeline health, conversion rates, coaching opportunities, forecast accuracy, and competitive win rates. The platform offers pre-built reports such as activity tracking, sales forecasts, goal setting, employee scorecards, and win-loss analysis, enabling small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to visualize and act upon key performance indicators (KPIs), improve forecasting, manage pipelines, and support executive planning and analysis.

Teachable

Series A in 2018
Teachable Inc. is an online education platform that enables users to create and sell courses efficiently. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Teachable allows educators, authors, and content creators to build customized course websites where they can manage branding, pricing, and student data seamlessly. The platform supports a variety of content formats, including text, images, audio, and video, and offers features such as school branding, custom domains, and multi-language support. Users can also access tools for quizzes, discussion forums, student feedback, and marketing integrations, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Teachable's intuitive interface makes it accessible for individuals without technical expertise, facilitating the creation of payment-ready courses within minutes. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including creators, YouTubers, and enterprise educators, and has gained traction with nearly half a million students enrolled in various courses. In October 2015, the company rebranded from its original name, Fedora Inc., and operates as a subsidiary of Launch Pad Tecnologia e Serviços S.A.

Luminoso

Series A in 2018
Luminoso Technologies, Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in AI-driven text analytics and experience management solutions. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning to derive insights from unstructured data, such as customer and employee feedback, product reviews, and open-ended survey responses. Luminoso empowers businesses to understand sentiment, make data-driven decisions, and enhance both customer and employee experiences. Its solutions are trusted by industry leaders and are designed to transform complex feedback into actionable strategies, driving growth and innovation.

LovePop

Series A in 2018
LovePop Inc., established in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing unique, laser-cut pop-up greeting cards. The company offers a wide range of cards for various occasions such as birthdays, holidays, and Valentine's Day, selling them through outlets in Boston, Northern California, Southern California, Las Vegas, and online. LovePop aims to strengthen personal relationships by providing innovative, interactive greeting card options that go beyond traditional digital connections.

Elsen

Seed Round in 2017
Elsen Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2013. The company specializes in providing a cloud-based platform-as-a-service designed specifically for large financial institutions. Its platform enables users to efficiently manage, access, and utilize vast quantities of data, facilitating improved decision-making and the resolution of complex financial challenges. Elsen's technology incorporates an accelerated computing engine and graphical processing unit-based algorithms, which optimize data handling and resource management, ultimately helping financial firms achieve faster access to insights and enhanced return on investment.

Privy

Venture Round in 2017
Privy, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a marketing platform designed to assist small businesses, particularly in the e-commerce sector, in building and managing email lists. Founded in 2010, Privy's platform offers a range of tools for customer acquisition and engagement, including website popups, exit intent features, customizable banners, and landing pages that facilitate conversion tracking across various channels. Additionally, the company provides an iPad application for collecting email addresses from customers in retail environments and at events. By simplifying advanced marketing strategies, Privy empowers small e-commerce brands and local businesses to enhance their customer outreach, drive conversions, and foster growth.

SecurityScorecard

Series C in 2017
SecurityScorecard, Inc., founded in 2013 by Dr. Alex Yampolskiy and Sam Kassoumeh, is a leading provider of cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring services. The company's platform assesses the cybersecurity strength of third-party vendors and businesses, offering solutions like ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine, and Score Planner for remediation paths. SecurityScorecard serves Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, providing tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting. Its patented technology rates over a million companies continuously, enabling organizations to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks across their digital footprint. The company is based in New York, New York.

Rekener

Seed Round in 2017
Rekener, Inc. is a customer data platform focused on the B2B sector, established in 2015 and headquartered in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The company specializes in automatically creating and maintaining a comprehensive view of customers by integrating data from various sources, including Salesforce, Marketo, and HubSpot. Rekener provides analytical applications that help businesses prioritize their go-to-market resources effectively and automate key performance indicators, enabling continuous measurement of strategies and outcomes. As of December 2019, Rekener operates as a subsidiary of Brainshark, Inc.

DataRobot

Series C in 2017
DataRobot, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing an automated machine learning platform aimed at empowering enterprises to construct predictive models efficiently. Its offerings include DataRobot Cloud, a cloud-based platform for predictive analytics, and DataRobot MLOps, which facilitates the deployment, monitoring, and management of machine learning models across organizations. Additionally, DataRobot Enterprise provides features tailored for large organizations, such as flexible deployment options, governance, and comprehensive support. The company's solutions cater to a diverse clientele, including business analysts, data scientists, executives, and IT professionals across various sectors such as banking, healthcare, and manufacturing. Founded in 2012, DataRobot has expanded its operations internationally, with locations in London, Paris, Kyiv, Tokyo, and Singapore, and maintains a strategic partnership with Snowflake to enhance its offerings.

DataCamp

Venture Round in 2017
DataCamp, established in 2014, is a global online learning platform specializing in data science. Headquartered in New York with offices in Cambridge, London, and Kessel-Lo, it offers over 100 interactive courses covering Python, R, SQL, Spark, data manipulation, visualization, and machine learning. Taught by industry experts, these courses combine high-quality video lessons with in-browser coding exercises and gamification elements. DataCamp also caters to businesses through its 'DataCamp for Business' program, providing scalable and cost-effective training solutions for analytics and data science teams. Its client roster includes prominent organizations such as eBay, BCI, Harvard, and GfK.

Q4

Debt Financing in 2017
Q4 Inc. is a cloud-based platform that specializes in providing investor relations (IR) and capital market solutions to public companies globally. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, and Copenhagen, Q4 offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance communication and engagement between organizations and their investors. Their flagship product, Q4 Desktop, serves as an all-in-one IR solution that equips clients with the necessary insights and information for effective decision-making. The company designs and develops corporate websites, provides audio and video webcasting services, and delivers analytics and reporting tools that track trading activities and investor behavior. Q4 aims to improve the effectiveness of investor relations through innovative website solutions and a strong focus on storytelling, making it a trusted partner for over 2,200 prominent brands. Their services are delivered primarily on a subscription basis, utilizing a software-as-a-service model to support the diverse needs of their clients in the capital markets.

Tive

Seed Round in 2017
Tive is a Boston-based startup that provides companies with end-to-end visibility into their supply chains through a sensor-driven tracking platform. The company develops a solution that combines cellular-connected trackers with cloud-based software, allowing clients to monitor, visualize, and optimize their operations in real-time. Tive's platform offers customized alerts, reporting, and analysis for both inbound and outbound shipments across various transportation modes. By enhancing supply chain transparency, Tive helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce logistics costs, and minimize manufacturing disruptions, ultimately enabling them to meet regulatory requirements effectively.

User Interviews

Seed Round in 2017
User Interviews, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a platform for recruiting participants for product tests and market research. Founded in 2013 and based in Brooklyn, New York, it offers tools such as Recruit, which facilitates flexible participant recruitment across various research types, and Research Hub, a centralized system for managing research participants. Additionally, User Interviews provides resources like the UX Research field guide to assist researchers, designers, and product managers at all levels of experience. The platform enables users to easily access a diverse panel of participants through features like screener surveys, calendars, incentives, and messaging, and it allows for the creation of a Research CRM that can accommodate up to 100 contacts free of charge. The company was previously known as MobileSuites, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Sea Machines Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Sea Machines Robotics, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine industry. Established in 2014, the company produces systems like SM300 for remote vessel command, SM200 for collaborative operations, SM400 for AI-powered situational awareness on container ships, RC NXT for PLC-based wireless control, and DP-NXT for crew reduction or elimination on vessels. Sea Machines offers solutions for various unmanned applications, including bathymetric surveys, AUV-tendering, subsea asset inspection, passive acoustic monitoring, and dual towing.

VentureApp

Venture Round in 2017
Designed for professionals in the innovation economy, VentureApp makes it easy to chat with your closest business contacts and connect with new partners. We help grow your professional network without email inbox overload. Our mission is to make the innovation economy more accessible to everyone, which drives growth in this economic climate. In addition to every-day business conversations, VentureApp users get one-on-one access to the best entrepreneurs, experts, investors, and influencers, during online Office Hours. Check out our Office Hours schedule and add them to your calendar. VentureApp launched in September 2015 with a focus on connecting professionals to enable innovation and drive economic growth. Headquartered in Boston, VentureApp is backed by Accomplice, Boston Seed Capital, Fullstack Ventures, and a roster of angel investors from companies like DraftKings, HubSpot, DataXu, Techstars, InsightSquared, and more.

DraftKings

Series E in 2017
DraftKings Inc. is a digital sports entertainment and gaming company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2011, it initially focused on daily fantasy sports contests for cash prizes across major sports in the United States and Canada. Following the 2018 Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to legalize online sports wagering, DraftKings expanded its offerings to include online sports betting and casino gaming. Currently, the company operates in 27 states for online or retail sports betting and in seven states for iGaming, reaching approximately 40% of Canada's population. In addition to its core gaming services, DraftKings designs and develops software for sports betting and casino gaming platforms, and it also manages a marketplace for non-fungible tokens.

Ready4

Venture Round in 2017
Ready4, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in mobile study applications designed to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and MCAT. Founded in 2012, Ready4 aims to transform the educational experience by offering a comprehensive suite of tools that includes admissions consulting, school research, application planning, and scholarship resources accessible through its mobile platform. The company also features a tutor marketplace that connects students with qualified educators, enhancing their learning experience. With over 1 million downloads across more than 195 countries, Ready4 has established itself as a significant player in the educational technology sector, enabling students to be well-prepared for university admissions while also allowing universities to engage with potential candidates globally.

Drizly

Series B in 2017
Drizly is an online alcohol marketplace that provides a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits, along with related products such as mixers and garnishes. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company enables consumers of legal drinking age to conveniently order alcoholic beverages through its platform, benefiting from on-demand delivery and shipping options. Drizly partners with retailers across 235 markets, allowing them to enhance their visibility and reach new customers by bringing their inventory online. This collaboration not only helps retailers diversify their business but also provides valuable market insights to drive sales growth.

Ready4

Seed Round in 2017
Ready4, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in mobile study applications designed to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and MCAT. Founded in 2012, Ready4 aims to transform the educational experience by offering a comprehensive suite of tools that includes admissions consulting, school research, application planning, and scholarship resources accessible through its mobile platform. The company also features a tutor marketplace that connects students with qualified educators, enhancing their learning experience. With over 1 million downloads across more than 195 countries, Ready4 has established itself as a significant player in the educational technology sector, enabling students to be well-prepared for university admissions while also allowing universities to engage with potential candidates globally.

Teachable

Series A in 2017
Teachable Inc. is an online education platform that enables users to create and sell courses efficiently. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Teachable allows educators, authors, and content creators to build customized course websites where they can manage branding, pricing, and student data seamlessly. The platform supports a variety of content formats, including text, images, audio, and video, and offers features such as school branding, custom domains, and multi-language support. Users can also access tools for quizzes, discussion forums, student feedback, and marketing integrations, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Teachable's intuitive interface makes it accessible for individuals without technical expertise, facilitating the creation of payment-ready courses within minutes. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including creators, YouTubers, and enterprise educators, and has gained traction with nearly half a million students enrolled in various courses. In October 2015, the company rebranded from its original name, Fedora Inc., and operates as a subsidiary of Launch Pad Tecnologia e Serviços S.A.

Button

Series B in 2017
Button, Inc. is a mobile commerce technology company that provides a platform enabling brands to create partnerships that enhance commerce and user engagement. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Button offers a suite of tools including DeepLink Commerce for extending application functionalities, a Button SDK for cross-application connections, and an API that facilitates engagement through loyalty and re-engagement strategies. Additionally, the company provides features such as CartAdjust, which integrates promotions and loyalty into the user’s shopping cart, and Purchase Path, designed for travel companies to optimize mobile partnerships. Button's platform aims to drive mobile growth for major brands and publishers, creating seamless experiences for consumers while generating revenue for both brands and publishers.

DataXu

Venture Round in 2017
dataxu, inc. is a marketing analytics software company that provides solutions for brand marketers and agencies globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products including TouchPoint, a demand side platform for multi-channel marketing; OneView, which helps marketers build a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior; and the Marketing Intelligence Center, a dashboard that consolidates data and performance metrics. Other offerings include ClearSight, an analytics platform for customer insights, and TotalTV, which facilitates audience-based targeting across various TV formats. dataxu also produces insights through white papers and reports, and provides training and managed services for its platform users. The company serves diverse industries such as automotive, financial services, and consumer packaged goods. As a subsidiary of Roku, Inc., dataxu continues to focus on enhancing marketing effectiveness through data-driven strategies.

EnglishCentral

Venture Round in 2016
EnglishCentral, Inc. is an online platform that provides innovative English language learning solutions, focusing on conversation skills. Founded in 2008 and based in Arlington, Massachusetts, the company combines web-based videos, proprietary speech recognition technology, and personalized tutoring to enhance learners' spoken English. Users can access a vast library of video content across various subjects such as travel, business, and media, allowing them to choose materials that resonate with their interests. The platform facilitates practice by enabling learners to record their speech, compare it to native speakers, and receive feedback on pronunciation and syntax. EnglishCentral serves both teachers and students globally, offering resources that cover academic, professional, and everyday English usage, as well as communication skills, grammar, and vocabulary development.

LovePop

Series A in 2016
LovePop Inc., established in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing unique, laser-cut pop-up greeting cards. The company offers a wide range of cards for various occasions such as birthdays, holidays, and Valentine's Day, selling them through outlets in Boston, Northern California, Southern California, Las Vegas, and online. LovePop aims to strengthen personal relationships by providing innovative, interactive greeting card options that go beyond traditional digital connections.

TVISION INSIGHTS

Venture Round in 2016
TVISION INSIGHTS Co. Ltd., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in media research focused on television. The company utilizes advanced human body recognition technology to measure and analyze the "viewing quality" of TV commercials and programs. This innovative approach allows TVISION INSIGHTS to capture unique data on TV viewing behavior in living rooms, creating a comprehensive dataset that is uncommon in the industry. With an emphasis on global expansion, the company has established additional offices in Boston and New York, and continues to pursue growth opportunities across various markets. By addressing the evolving challenges of the television landscape, TVISION INSIGHTS aims to unlock the full potential of TV as a medium.

TVision

Series A in 2016
TVision is an audience measurement company that specializes in providing detailed insights into TV and cable television viewer engagement. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Boston and Tokyo, TVision offers second-by-second, person-level data that captures who is watching, what they are watching, and the attention levels of viewers for both linear and streaming TV. Its technology enables advertisers, agencies, networks, and content providers to enhance advertising effectiveness by making informed media decisions, measuring performance, creating engaging content, and benchmarking against competitors. By delivering real-time performance metrics, TVision allows its clients to optimize their strategies and improve engagement with audiences across various viewing platforms.

Cobalt Software

Series A in 2016
Cobalt Software, Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing software solutions for private equity and venture capital firms. Founded in 2011, the company offers tools that enable clients to collect, analyze, and report on fund and portfolio company metrics tailored to their specific needs. Its product offerings include the Fund Launch, which validates performance track records for potential investors; the Performance Calculator, which assesses fund and portfolio performance against peers and market benchmarks; and the Deal Calculator, which analyzes operational changes in portfolio companies and their impact on returns. Cobalt Software's platform enhances performance reporting, cash flow tracking, manager selection, and benchmarking, facilitating effective communication between general partners and limited partners. The company has established a strategic partnership with Hamilton Lane to further enhance its service offerings.

Privy

Venture Round in 2016
Privy, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a marketing platform designed to assist small businesses, particularly in the e-commerce sector, in building and managing email lists. Founded in 2010, Privy's platform offers a range of tools for customer acquisition and engagement, including website popups, exit intent features, customizable banners, and landing pages that facilitate conversion tracking across various channels. Additionally, the company provides an iPad application for collecting email addresses from customers in retail environments and at events. By simplifying advanced marketing strategies, Privy empowers small e-commerce brands and local businesses to enhance their customer outreach, drive conversions, and foster growth.

PillPack

Series D in 2016
PillPack, Inc. is a pharmacy that specializes in organizing and delivering medications directly to customers' doors. Founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, the company provides a unique service by sorting medications into personalized packets, which are tailored to individual dosing schedules. In addition to prescription medications, PillPack also offers vitamins, over-the-counter products, inhalers, creams, and testing supplies. The company serves various clients, including healthcare providers and caregivers, throughout the United States. PillPack is also known for its online magazine, Folks, which highlights inspiring stories of individuals overcoming health challenges. As of September 2018, PillPack operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, expanding its reach and capabilities within the healthcare sector. Locations include Miami, Brooklyn, Somerville, Salt Lake City, and Austin.

DraftKings

Series E in 2016
DraftKings Inc. is a digital sports entertainment and gaming company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2011, it initially focused on daily fantasy sports contests for cash prizes across major sports in the United States and Canada. Following the 2018 Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to legalize online sports wagering, DraftKings expanded its offerings to include online sports betting and casino gaming. Currently, the company operates in 27 states for online or retail sports betting and in seven states for iGaming, reaching approximately 40% of Canada's population. In addition to its core gaming services, DraftKings designs and develops software for sports betting and casino gaming platforms, and it also manages a marketplace for non-fungible tokens.

SecurityScorecard

Series B in 2016
SecurityScorecard, Inc., founded in 2013 by Dr. Alex Yampolskiy and Sam Kassoumeh, is a leading provider of cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring services. The company's platform assesses the cybersecurity strength of third-party vendors and businesses, offering solutions like ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine, and Score Planner for remediation paths. SecurityScorecard serves Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, providing tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting. Its patented technology rates over a million companies continuously, enabling organizations to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks across their digital footprint. The company is based in New York, New York.

Robin

Series A in 2016
Robin is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in workforce management solutions that enhance productivity and engagement in open office environments. The platform enables employees to efficiently secure the right spaces and resources for their projects while providing facilities leaders with valuable insights for optimizing workplace usage. Robin's technology facilitates activity-based working by allowing users to schedule meetings, desks, and other resources in offices worldwide. Additionally, the platform is designed to assist companies in safely reopening offices and managing flexible or hybrid work arrangements, offering features such as automatic removal of no-show meetings and comprehensive usage reports.

Q4

Series B in 2016
Q4 Inc. is a cloud-based platform that specializes in providing investor relations (IR) and capital market solutions to public companies globally. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, and Copenhagen, Q4 offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance communication and engagement between organizations and their investors. Their flagship product, Q4 Desktop, serves as an all-in-one IR solution that equips clients with the necessary insights and information for effective decision-making. The company designs and develops corporate websites, provides audio and video webcasting services, and delivers analytics and reporting tools that track trading activities and investor behavior. Q4 aims to improve the effectiveness of investor relations through innovative website solutions and a strong focus on storytelling, making it a trusted partner for over 2,200 prominent brands. Their services are delivered primarily on a subscription basis, utilizing a software-as-a-service model to support the diverse needs of their clients in the capital markets.

TAPPP

Venture Round in 2016
TAPPP is a New York City-based company that facilitates access to sports content and betting through innovative payment solutions. By providing multiple payment options, TAPPP allows consumers to easily engage with sports streaming products, including those from major leagues like MLB and NFL. The company enhances the sports viewing experience by offering a gaming and transaction platform that delivers real-time, content-specific experiences across various devices. TAPPP's services include on-screen, at-event, and in-store products aimed at creating impactful and contextual commerce opportunities. This approach not only improves customer engagement but also supports companies in acquiring new customers and increasing their overall satisfaction. TAPPP's mission is to make sports content more engaging and accessible to fans while ensuring a safe and convenient betting experience.

Teachable

Seed Round in 2016
Teachable Inc. is an online education platform that enables users to create and sell courses efficiently. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, Teachable allows educators, authors, and content creators to build customized course websites where they can manage branding, pricing, and student data seamlessly. The platform supports a variety of content formats, including text, images, audio, and video, and offers features such as school branding, custom domains, and multi-language support. Users can also access tools for quizzes, discussion forums, student feedback, and marketing integrations, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Teachable's intuitive interface makes it accessible for individuals without technical expertise, facilitating the creation of payment-ready courses within minutes. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including creators, YouTubers, and enterprise educators, and has gained traction with nearly half a million students enrolled in various courses. In October 2015, the company rebranded from its original name, Fedora Inc., and operates as a subsidiary of Launch Pad Tecnologia e Serviços S.A.

Mapkin

Venture Round in 2016
Mapkin is a mobile navigation application company founded in March 2012 by Jake Wasserman, Marc Regan, and Alex Kinney, and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. The company specializes in voice-activated GPS services that provide customized mapping of locations. Its application offers turn-by-turn voice guidance, enhanced by visual cues and local insights contributed by users. These contributions include tips on landmarks, tricky turns, and real-time traffic conditions, which aim to improve driving safety and navigation efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Mapkin enhances the driving experience by facilitating the sharing of relevant local knowledge among users.

Ready4

Series A in 2016
Ready4, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in mobile study applications designed to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and MCAT. Founded in 2012, Ready4 aims to transform the educational experience by offering a comprehensive suite of tools that includes admissions consulting, school research, application planning, and scholarship resources accessible through its mobile platform. The company also features a tutor marketplace that connects students with qualified educators, enhancing their learning experience. With over 1 million downloads across more than 195 countries, Ready4 has established itself as a significant player in the educational technology sector, enabling students to be well-prepared for university admissions while also allowing universities to engage with potential candidates globally.

DataRobot

Series B in 2016
DataRobot, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing an automated machine learning platform aimed at empowering enterprises to construct predictive models efficiently. Its offerings include DataRobot Cloud, a cloud-based platform for predictive analytics, and DataRobot MLOps, which facilitates the deployment, monitoring, and management of machine learning models across organizations. Additionally, DataRobot Enterprise provides features tailored for large organizations, such as flexible deployment options, governance, and comprehensive support. The company's solutions cater to a diverse clientele, including business analysts, data scientists, executives, and IT professionals across various sectors such as banking, healthcare, and manufacturing. Founded in 2012, DataRobot has expanded its operations internationally, with locations in London, Paris, Kyiv, Tokyo, and Singapore, and maintains a strategic partnership with Snowflake to enhance its offerings.

Lexumo

Seed Round in 2016
Lexumo, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that offers a cloud-based platform designed to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities in embedded software, enterprise applications, and cloud products. Founded in 2015, Lexumo's platform automatically discovers open-source software within clients' products and scans for known vulnerabilities, providing timely patches and continuous monitoring throughout the software lifecycle. By leveraging big data analytics and advanced software analysis techniques, Lexumo enables organizations to detect vulnerabilities before they escalate into critical issues. The platform offers instant alerts for emerging threats and facilitates the back-porting of patches when direct upgrades are not feasible, thereby assisting developers in maintaining the security and integrity of their software systems.

DataXu

Series F in 2016
dataxu, inc. is a marketing analytics software company that provides solutions for brand marketers and agencies globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products including TouchPoint, a demand side platform for multi-channel marketing; OneView, which helps marketers build a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior; and the Marketing Intelligence Center, a dashboard that consolidates data and performance metrics. Other offerings include ClearSight, an analytics platform for customer insights, and TotalTV, which facilitates audience-based targeting across various TV formats. dataxu also produces insights through white papers and reports, and provides training and managed services for its platform users. The company serves diverse industries such as automotive, financial services, and consumer packaged goods. As a subsidiary of Roku, Inc., dataxu continues to focus on enhancing marketing effectiveness through data-driven strategies.

Confirm

Seed Round in 2016
Confirm Inc. is a Boston-based company specializing in mobile ID authentication services. Its technology enables the verification of government-issued IDs through a sophisticated application that analyzes microprints and advanced security features while extracting data from barcodes. The company's automated authentication engine delivers results within seconds, providing a secure and efficient way to confirm identities. Confirm's RESTful API facilitates seamless integration for businesses, allowing them to conduct ID verification quickly and safely without retaining any personal information. The company's focus on advanced forensic analysis ensures an effective approach to instant ID verification, streamlining the authentication process for various transactions requiring identity proof. Confirm Inc. was acquired by Facebook, Inc. in January 2018.

Datadog

Series D in 2016
Datadog, Inc. is a cloud-native company headquartered in New York that provides a comprehensive monitoring and analytics platform for developers, IT operations teams, and business users globally. Founded in 2010, Datadog's software-as-a-service platform integrates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring, log management, user experience monitoring, and network performance monitoring. By consolidating data from servers, containers, databases, and third-party services, Datadog enables organizations to achieve real-time observability of their technology stacks. Its robust features include advanced analytics, collaborative tools, and alerting capabilities, which help teams proactively manage performance issues, minimize downtime, and enhance user experiences.

Startup Institute

Venture Round in 2016
Startup Institute Inc. is an educational organization that focuses on accelerating careers for individuals aiming to thrive in startup environments. Founded in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a comprehensive 8-Week Core Program, which features practitioner-led instruction and hands-on curriculum across various tracks, including marketing, software development, product design, and sales. Additionally, the Part-Time RampUp program serves as a community-driven learning experience. Startup Institute is strategically positioned within key tech hubs such as Boston, New York, Berlin, Chicago, and London, enabling it to provide students with vital technical skills, cultural competencies, and an extensive professional network. The organization's offerings include personalized career mentorship and connections to industry professionals, all aimed at preparing graduates for successful careers in the innovation sector.

Peach

Venture Round in 2015
Peach is a contemporary fashion brand that specializes in creating premium, athletic-inspired clothing and accessories for women. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company aims to elevate women's everyday lives through its versatile products suitable for the gym, work, and leisure. Peach operates through a network of stylists who provide a personalized shopping experience, enhancing customer engagement. The brand also focuses on offering seasonal collections and on-trend accessories, facilitating women in finding suitable attire for various occasions. With a mission to empower women both personally and professionally, Peach positions itself as a positive force in the lifestyle market.

LovePop

Seed Round in 2015
LovePop Inc., established in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing unique, laser-cut pop-up greeting cards. The company offers a wide range of cards for various occasions such as birthdays, holidays, and Valentine's Day, selling them through outlets in Boston, Northern California, Southern California, Las Vegas, and online. LovePop aims to strengthen personal relationships by providing innovative, interactive greeting card options that go beyond traditional digital connections.

Komand

Seed Round in 2015
Komand, Inc. is a cybersecurity company founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in developing a security orchestration and automation platform that streamlines and optimizes security operations for organizations. The platform allows security teams to automate time-intensive processes without requiring coding skills, enabling them to create dynamic workflows and integrate various tools. By enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating faster responses to threats, Komand helps organizations save time and resources, ultimately improving their overall security posture. As of 2017, Komand operates as a subsidiary of Rapid7, Inc.

Carbon Black

Series F in 2015
Carbon Black, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that offers advanced security solutions to clients in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company provides a comprehensive platform known as the Cb Predictive Security Cloud, which leverages big data and analytics to enhance endpoint security. Carbon Black's suite of products includes endpoint detection and response solutions, antivirus software, threat hunting services, and real-time security operations capabilities. Its offerings help organizations predict, prevent, detect, respond to, and remediate cyber threats, including malware and ransomware attacks. The company serves a diverse clientele, including security-focused enterprises, government agencies, and small to mid-sized organizations. In January 2016, Carbon Black changed its name from Bit9, Inc. and has since established itself as a leader in the cybersecurity industry, providing innovative solutions to protect critical systems and data. As of October 2019, Carbon Black operates as a subsidiary of VMware, Inc.

CardFlight

Series A in 2015
CardFlight, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile point of sale (POS) solutions, enabling small businesses to accept payments easily and securely. Its flagship product, SwipeSimple, is utilized by over 50,000 small businesses across the United States and is highly recommended by major merchant acquirers for its user-friendly design. CardFlight offers a suite of products including a mobile card reader that connects to devices via the headphone jack, as well as a software development kit (SDK) for developers to incorporate payment processing into their applications. The company ensures compliance with PCI Level 1 standards and supports various payment methods, including EMV and NFC contactless transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, CardFlight has established itself as a leader in payment acceptance technology, catering to diverse sectors such as retail, food and beverage, and professional services. With a commitment to innovation and user experience, CardFlight continues to provide solutions that streamline payment processing for businesses.

Whoop

Series B in 2015
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.

Databox

Seed Round in 2015
Databox Inc., established in 2011 with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, designs and develops mobile business intelligence applications. The company's flagship product, Databox, aggregates data from diverse sources like Salesforce, Xero, Omniture, Hadoop, RDBMS, NoSQL, and Excel, presenting real-time insights and correlations to marketing managers, executives, and product managers via an intuitive mobile platform.

Klaviyo

Seed Round in 2015
Klaviyo, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2012, Klaviyo specializes in providing an email marketing software platform designed to help businesses grow through effective marketing automation. Its features include a library of best practice emails, segmentation tools, analytics, customer profiles, and support for various campaigns such as abandoned cart reminders and personalized follow-ups. Klaviyo's platform integrates with customer data sources to deliver tailored messaging across email, SMS, and push notifications, enabling businesses to engage with customers at the right time. The company utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance its services and measures performance to optimize marketing efforts. Klaviyo generates revenue through subscription sales for its software-as-a-service platform, focusing primarily on the eCommerce sector.

Integral Ad Science

Debt Financing in 2015
Integral Ad Science operates as a media valuation platform that enables digital buyers and sellers to assess the value of every advertising opportunity across various channels and screens, facilitating informed decisions in the digital advertising ecosystem. The company offers solutions such as Firewall for blocking unwanted impressions, Causal Impact for quantifying buying strategies' effectiveness, Bid Expert for dynamic data-driven programmatic buying, Server Link for API data exchange integration, and Pub Expert for detailed analysis of individual advertising units. Integral Ad Science's technology provides insights across multiple media quality metrics to enhance online advertising potential. The company serves brands, agencies, publishers, and ad-tech companies, with a mission to be the global benchmark for trust and transparency in digital media quality. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, Integral Ad Science has additional offices globally.
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