Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2014 and based in Burlington, Vermont. It specializes in investing in companies led by LGBT+ founders and C-suite leaders across various stages of growth, as well as in established firms aiming to create more inclusive teams. With a global portfolio of over 130 companies and $70 million in investment capital deployed, Gaingels actively supports its portfolio by helping to identify and recruit diverse talent for leadership roles. The firm fosters a vibrant community of industry leaders, investors, operators, and entrepreneurs who are united in their mission to drive positive social change through business and successful investments.

Marc Baum

Investor

Jesse Curran

Principal

Ashley Flucas

Venture Partner

Max Frenkel

General Partner

Todd Havill

Research Operations and Principal, Investment

Surya Jayaweera

Angel Investor

Jennifer Jeronimo

CEO and General Partner

Jake Prigoff

General Partner

Peter Steinberg

General Partner

Alexandra Tanner

Investor

Lorenzo Thione

General Partner

Past deals in Transport and logistics

Airhouse

Series A in 2022
Airhouse, Inc. offers an end-to-end fulfillment solution designed for e-commerce companies, utilizing a software platform that automates logistics operations. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Airhouse enables entrepreneurs to focus on their core business by streamlining the process of delivering products to customers. The platform integrates with Shopify accounts to analyze store data, providing a comprehensive view of business performance and customer locations. Brands are matched with optimal warehouses from Airhouse's partner network, ensuring quick inventory shipping. The company customizes each fulfillment setup to align with the specific needs and growth strategies of its clients. With a single dashboard, users gain real-time visibility into their inventory, allowing them to monitor stock levels and order statuses. Airhouse effectively manages the entire fulfillment process, from factory to front door, simplifying e-commerce logistics for direct-to-consumer businesses.

Buffalo Market

Series A in 2021
Operator of grocery company intended to supply fresh organic premium products. The company offers a range of products including meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, and fruits from local suppliers, farmers, butchers, bakers, and fishermen which are transported to the fulfillment center where they are packed in bags, boxes, and coolers, providing consumers with quality and fresh goods at affordable rates.

OneRail

Series A in 2021
OneRail is a final mile delivery orchestration platform designed to enhance the efficiency of same-day and on-demand deliveries for enterprise clients. By utilizing a cloud-based system, OneRail connects demand signals from various sources, such as point-of-sale systems, eCommerce platforms, and enterprise resource planning tools, to a network of delivery services and internal fleets in real-time. This integration provides clients with real-time visibility and actionable data, allowing for data-driven optimization of the delivery process. With a centralized view of disparate final mile data, OneRail improves the dependability, speed, and cost-effectiveness of fulfillment, making it a valuable solution for businesses seeking to streamline their delivery operations.

Jupiter

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Jupiter is a mobile e-commerce platform that focuses on the online shopping and delivery of groceries, fruits, vegetables, and other daily necessities. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company aims to revolutionize the grocery shopping experience by minimizing waste. By utilizing a unique logistics network, Jupiter ensures that products are delivered in a way that leaves no trace of plastics or packaging behind, thereby significantly reducing food waste. The company's innovative approach is designed to provide customers with precisely what they need, enhancing convenience while promoting sustainability.

RoadSync

Series B in 2021
RoadSync, Inc. designs and develops an online payment platform for various industries. It offers a payment portal that allows users to provide instant receipts to carriers, brokers, and drivers. The company’s platform also enables users to view all billing activities and recurring transaction emails. It serves warehouses, repair and tow services, drivers, and logistics industries. RoadSync, Inc. was formerly known as MyLumper Corp. and changed its name to RoadSync, Inc. in December 2017. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Recycle Track Systems

Series C in 2021
Recycle Track Systems (RTS) is changing the way companies manage waste and recycling by combing technology with high-touch service to make disposal easier, smarter and more responsible. RTS helps companies easily track and optimize their pickup, from on-demand removal to fully integrated waste management solutions. Using this data insight, RTS empowers companies with visibility into their waste habits and tangible figures on their climate impact to improve their waste and recycling practices. RTS is a certified B-Corporation, reflecting its dedication and commitment to meeting stringent standards of environmental transparency and performance.

ARTA

Seed Round in 2021
Arta Shipping, Inc. specializes in fine art shipping services, offering transportation solutions for specialty fine art items via land, air, sea, or courier. Established in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company operates as a digital platform and API, providing global white glove logistics and services. Arta aims to enhance the e-commerce experience by integrating logistics automation technology specifically tailored for the white glove logistics market, which is valued at approximately $25 billion.

Shappi

Seed Round in 2021
Connecting Shoppers with verified Travelers to deliver products by renting the traveler’s unused luggage space.

Malomo

Seed Round in 2021
Malomo, Inc. is an information technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, that specializes in shipment marketing for e-commerce businesses. Established in 2018, Malomo has developed a platform that transforms the shipment tracking experience into a marketing channel, allowing e-commerce brands to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue. The platform facilitates communication by enabling brands to send tracking information and branded content directly to customers, creating a more personalized experience. By integrating with customers' e-commerce sites and shipping providers, Malomo helps businesses improve customer retention and loyalty while simplifying the tracking process.

Badaboom

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Operator of an online end-to-end supply chain platform intended to help brands create and launch private labels. The company's platform assists clients to carry out functions like product selection, sourcing and logistics allowing them to create commercial eyewear representing their brand identity, enabling businesses to get new products to market faster at low production costs.

Shiprocket

Series C in 2020
Shiprocket is a logistics aggregation platform designed to facilitate global and domestic shipping for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the e-commerce sector. Launched in 2017, the platform serves around 1.5 lakh sellers, enabling shipping to approximately 220 countries and 26,000 PIN codes in India through partnerships with 18 courier services. Shiprocket stands out for its AI-driven recommendation engine, which helps businesses select appropriate courier services, and its cost-effective shipping rates. The platform provides a user-friendly integrated ecosystem, including tools like Shiprocket 360 and Shiprocket Social, enabling sellers to manage their shipping and returns efficiently from a single interface. With a remarkable year-over-year growth rate of 300%, Shiprocket has established itself as a key player in the logistics landscape for e-commerce in India.

HopSkipDrive

Venture Round in 2020
HopSkipDrive, Inc. offers ridesharing services specifically designed for children aged five and older. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company aims to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. By focusing on the unique needs of children, HopSkipDrive facilitates transportation for various activities, helping to accommodate busy schedules and enhance accessibility for families in the Los Angeles area.

Shipfix

Seed Round in 2019
Shipfix Technologies S.A. is a subscription-based service established in 2018, focused on enhancing operational efficiency within the maritime industry. Based in Vincennes, France, with an additional location in London, the company offers a data and community platform tailored for brokers, ship owners, operators, charterers, and freight forwarders. Shipfix's services include a messaging platform that facilitates collaboration among teams by allowing them to share offers, leads, contacts, and ongoing business opportunities. It also features an email-crunching market monitor that transforms daily email overload into a structured, searchable market overview. By streamlining communication and data management, Shipfix aims to save businesses significant time, improving overall performance in the shipping sector.

RoundTrip

Series A in 2019
RoundTrip, Inc. operates a digital marketplace that facilitates non-emergency medical transportation by connecting patients with a network of ride providers. Founded in 2014 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company offers a user-friendly software platform that allows healthcare organizations and transportation companies to schedule, dispatch, and monitor patient rides. RoundTrip serves hospitals and health plans in ten states, aiming to improve care coordination and reduce patient no-shows. The platform provides access to various transportation options, including medical cars, wheelchair vans, and stretcher vehicles. RoundTrip has established strategic partnerships with notable healthcare organizations, enhancing its service offerings. The team behind RoundTrip consists of professionals with experience as paramedics and in healthcare management, which informs their approach to addressing the challenges in medical transportation.
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