Revolution Growth

Revolution, LLC is a venture capital firm established in 2005, headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across various sectors, including Financial Services, Sports, Media & Entertainment, Marketplaces, Software & Services, Transportation, Hospitality & Travel, E-Commerce, Manufacturing, Education, Health, and Food. Revolution typically invests between $1 million and $12 million in portfolio companies, often aiming for a controlling stake. As part of its operations, Revolution encompasses several funds, such as Revolution Ventures and Revolution Growth, that target early-stage and growth-stage investments in technology-enabled businesses and innovative companies. The firm emphasizes collaboration with top-tier investors and actively participates in the governance of its portfolio companies. Revolution is committed to supporting entrepreneurs in high-potential geographies, advocating for the belief that great companies can emerge and thrive from diverse locations.

James Barlia

Investment Associate

David Golden

Managing Partner

Kristin M. Gunther

Partner

Nancy Hilliker

Vice President

Carl Leacock

Associate

Ted Leonsis

Founder and Partner

Clint Myers

Partner and Fund Manager

Graham Ober

Vice President

Curtis Oberg

Vice President

Anant Pai

Associate

Tige Savage

Managing Partner

Alex Shtarkman

Vice President

Clara Sieg

Partner

Fifi Young

Associate

Past deals in US Rockies

Glowforge

Series E in 2023
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Meati

Series C in 2022
Meati, also known as Emergy Foods, is a consumer goods company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing whole muscle, nutritious plant-based meats designed to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability. By utilizing proprietary, clean technologies, Meati offers nutrient-dense meat alternatives that aim to appeal to a wide audience, ensuring that consumers can enjoy meals that are both good for their health and the planet.

Glowforge

Series E in 2022
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Orchard

Series D in 2021
Orchard transforms the way people buy and sell their homes by bringing simplicity, convenience, and certainty to the process. Simplifying it, to the way it should have always been; fair and true to market, straightforward, and easy. Traditionally, homeowners who are looking to purchase their next home face a stressful and uncertain process - they have to either sell their old home first and move twice or buy as a contingent buyer and risk not getting their dream home. Orchard solves this problem by enabling homeowners to buy before they sell. With Orchard, customers secure their dream home first using Orchard's cash, while having the certainty of selling their old home with Orchard - all for the same fee as a traditional broker. Orchard is transforming the end-to-end home buying experience with an AI-powered home search and a modern, all-digital mortgage and closing. Orchard is headquartered in New York City and offers its services in Colorado, Georgia, and Texas.

Cava

Series F in 2021
Cava Group, Inc. operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants known for their modern mezze offerings, including salads, dips, spreads, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company is recognized as a leader in the Mediterranean fast-casual dining sector, focusing on healthful and flavorful food options. Cava produces its dips, spreads, and sauces daily in small batches at its facility in Laurel, Maryland, ensuring they are free of additives and preservatives. In addition to its restaurant operations, Cava's products are also sold in grocery stores. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Sow Much Good, reflecting its commitment to community engagement and healthy eating. Cava Group generates most of its revenue from its primary segment, CAVA, while also operating Zoes Kitchen as a separate segment.

GoodBuy Gear

Series A in 2020
Good Buy Gear is a developer of an online marketplace used to extend the life of the baby and kids' gear and make the lives of parents a little easier. Its platform uses product photos, descriptions, recommends pricing, and promotes kids' items in order to sell products quickly, enabling customers to enjoy a safe and easy shopping experience with curated product collections. Good Buy Gear was co-founded by Kristin Langenfeld and Jessica Crothers in 2016 and is headquartered in Arvada, Colorado.

Orchard

Series C in 2020
Orchard transforms the way people buy and sell their homes by bringing simplicity, convenience, and certainty to the process. Simplifying it, to the way it should have always been; fair and true to market, straightforward, and easy. Traditionally, homeowners who are looking to purchase their next home face a stressful and uncertain process - they have to either sell their old home first and move twice or buy as a contingent buyer and risk not getting their dream home. Orchard solves this problem by enabling homeowners to buy before they sell. With Orchard, customers secure their dream home first using Orchard's cash, while having the certainty of selling their old home with Orchard - all for the same fee as a traditional broker. Orchard is transforming the end-to-end home buying experience with an AI-powered home search and a modern, all-digital mortgage and closing. Orchard is headquartered in New York City and offers its services in Colorado, Georgia, and Texas.

Ordway

Series A in 2020
Ordway Labs, Inc. operates a billing and revenue automation platform designed to streamline finance operations for growing businesses. The platform simplifies the management of subscriptions, invoicing, payment collection, and revenue recognition, featuring capabilities such as usage-based and volume-based billing, discounts, and ad-hoc invoicing. By integrating with various payment gateways, Ordway allows businesses to accept payments via checks, ACH, and credit cards, thus reducing reliance on error-prone spreadsheets. The platform also provides customizable dashboards and reports, enabling users to identify revenue trends and enhance operational efficiency. Founded in 2018 and based in Washington, D.C., Ordway aims to eliminate back-office inefficiencies, allowing personnel to focus on strategic growth initiatives across multiple industries.

Remodelmate

Seed Round in 2020
remodelmate, Inc. operates as an online marketplace for buying, selling, and managing home renovations. It provides services, including check renovation model, pricing estimate, and budget design. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Washington, District Of Columbia.

Chase Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2019
Chase Therapeutics is an early-stage specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing improved treatments for brain diseases. The company focuses on creating novel compounds that address both symptomatic relief and disease modification, thereby enabling healthcare providers to better manage central nervous system disorders. Through its innovative approach, Chase Therapeutics aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals affected by these conditions.

Aurora Insight

Series A in 2019
Aurora Insight, Inc., located in Washington, D.C., specializes in providing comprehensive insights into wireless infrastructure and radio frequency (RF) environments. The company serves as a reliable source of information on available spectrum and wireless connectivity, helping organizations make informed business decisions. By analyzing existing wireless infrastructure, Aurora Insight enables clients to understand and optimize their connectivity options, ultimately enhancing their operational capabilities.

Blokable

Series A in 2019
Blokable, Inc. manufactures pre-fabricated steel frame modular housing units for developers in the United States. Its units are used for residential, retail, and mixed-use projects. Blokable, Inc. was formerly known as Bloakable, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

FlavorCloud

Seed Round in 2019
FlavorCloud, Inc. develops a cloud-based cross border logistics tool that powers international shipping. Its platform, FlavorCloud, enables end-to-end shopping cart integration for e-commerce retailers, enterprise retailers, and marketplaces. It serves enterprise retailers and direct-to-consumer brands. The company was formerly known as FlavorCloud LLC. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Glow

Seed Round in 2019
Glow Technologies Inc. operates an online platform designed to support podcasters in building their media businesses. Established in 2019 and based in Seattle, Washington, Glow provides tools that enable podcast creators to foster direct relationships with their listeners. The platform allows users to create custom marketing web pages that align with their brand, while listeners can subscribe to premium content or make one-time payments directly from their preferred podcast player. By facilitating these subscriptions, Glow helps podcasters access new revenue streams, enhancing their content offerings and audience engagement beyond traditional advertising and sponsorships.

Off The Record

Seed Round in 2019
Off The Record, Inc. offers a technology platform for drivers to defend their driving records and protect their insurance premiums from unjust penalties. Its platform lets users to provide the photo of their traffic ticket and answer few questions; get matched with local traffic lawyers for their case; receive real-time updates on the status of their case and communicate with their lawyer through an application; and get notified of the outcome and advise of any further action once the case is resolved. The company serves customers in the United States. Off The Record, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Atomos

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Atomos Space is a Denver-based company focused on developing a fleet of spacecraft designed to transport satellites and other assets between orbits and to various destinations in space. The company specializes in electric-propulsion vehicles that can easily rendezvous with customer payloads in low Earth orbit, delivering them to their intended locations. Atomos also addresses the disposal of defunct satellites through deorbitation or relocation to a graveyard orbit and offers solutions for recovering launch failures. Incorporating advanced nuclear technologies, Atomos is pioneering the use of small modular fission power systems, which promise to enhance the capabilities of space operations, including asteroid mining and other power-intensive activities. This innovative approach aims to create a sustainable and scalable in-space transportation network, enabling enterprises and explorers to expand their reach within both low and deep space.

PatientOne

Seed Round in 2019
PatientOne, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a platform aimed at enhancing the surgical episode of care and facilitating remote patient monitoring for independent surgeons, surgery centers, and hospitals. Founded in 2018 and based in Missoula, Montana, PatientOne's platform provides essential services such as patient education, automated notifications, and reminders to help keep patients engaged and informed throughout their surgical journey. The platform also includes tools that enable effective communication between patients and healthcare providers, thereby reducing risks and complications associated with surgical procedures. By offering secure mobile communication and supporting medication adherence and chronic care management, PatientOne seeks to improve the overall patient experience and empower individuals to make informed decisions about their healthcare.

Glowforge

Venture Round in 2019
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Optoro

Series E in 2018
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

Framebridge

Series C in 2018
Framebridge, Inc. specializes in custom framing solutions for art and photographs, offering a streamlined online service that prioritizes customer experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company allows users to select from a curated range of contemporary frame styles, upload images, or send physical items for personalized framing. The expert team at Framebridge handcrafts frames to meet each customer's specifications, ensuring high-quality results. Finished products are shipped directly to consumers, typically arriving within days and ready to hang. Pricing is transparent and based on the size of the framed item, starting at $39 and including free shipping. Framebridge operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, Kentucky, and Lanham, Maryland, and has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals in the retail and technology sectors.

Ordway

Seed Round in 2018
Ordway Labs, Inc. operates a billing and revenue automation platform designed to streamline finance operations for growing businesses. The platform simplifies the management of subscriptions, invoicing, payment collection, and revenue recognition, featuring capabilities such as usage-based and volume-based billing, discounts, and ad-hoc invoicing. By integrating with various payment gateways, Ordway allows businesses to accept payments via checks, ACH, and credit cards, thus reducing reliance on error-prone spreadsheets. The platform also provides customizable dashboards and reports, enabling users to identify revenue trends and enhance operational efficiency. Founded in 2018 and based in Washington, D.C., Ordway aims to eliminate back-office inefficiencies, allowing personnel to focus on strategic growth initiatives across multiple industries.

Blokable

Seed Round in 2018
Blokable, Inc. manufactures pre-fabricated steel frame modular housing units for developers in the United States. Its units are used for residential, retail, and mixed-use projects. Blokable, Inc. was formerly known as Bloakable, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Placemakr

Seed Round in 2018
Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Hatch Apps

Seed Round in 2018
Hatch Technologies, Inc. is an enterprise software company that operates a cloud-based application management platform, designed to simplify and automate the software development process. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company enables users to create custom native mobile applications for web, iOS, and Android. Hatch Apps serves various sectors, including education, hospitality, non-profit, law, and travel, providing a content management system that allows businesses to easily update and manage their application's design and content. This platform enhances efficiency and promotes growth while significantly reducing the time and cost associated with traditional application development methods.

Neighbor

Seed Round in 2018
Neighbor Storage, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer self-storage marketplace that connects individuals with unused space in their properties to those seeking affordable storage options. Founded in 2017 and based in American Fork, Utah, the platform allows hosts to rent out areas such as garages, driveways, attics, and backyards, thereby generating additional income. Renters benefit from flexible and convenient storage solutions that are often more accessible and cost-effective than traditional storage facilities. By facilitating this sharing economy, Neighbor promotes economic empowerment while addressing the growing demand for practical storage alternatives.

Hatch Apps

Seed Round in 2018
Hatch Technologies, Inc. is an enterprise software company that operates a cloud-based application management platform, designed to simplify and automate the software development process. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company enables users to create custom native mobile applications for web, iOS, and Android. Hatch Apps serves various sectors, including education, hospitality, non-profit, law, and travel, providing a content management system that allows businesses to easily update and manage their application's design and content. This platform enhances efficiency and promotes growth while significantly reducing the time and cost associated with traditional application development methods.

Cotopaxi

Seed Round in 2018
Cotopaxi is a direct-to-consumer, outdoor gear, and apparel company with a social-focused mission of eradicating extreme poverty. Every piece of gear is tied to a humanitarian cause in the world’s poorest countries. Every pack provides between one and three weeks of education to a child, the sale of a water bottle provides six months of clean water and all apparel is tied to health related projects. Cotopaxi's aim is to help the world's poorest of the poor and to provide transparency by showing the exact impact of donations. It was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Seeva

Seed Round in 2018
SEEVA Technologies, Inc. is an automotive engineering startup based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, established in 2017. The company specializes in manufacturing visibility systems that enhance the perception capabilities of both commercial and passenger vehicles. Its innovative solutions utilize a combination of heat and washer fluid to effectively clear away snow, ice, mud, sand, dirt, and bugs from critical vehicle components, such as windshields, LED headlamps, tail lamps, cameras, and sensors. By addressing real-world challenges faced by advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, SEEVA Technologies aims to improve automotive safety and performance, ensuring these systems function optimally under various environmental conditions.

ICX Media

Funding Round in 2018
ICX Media, Inc. is a media company that provides a software and data platform designed to assist independent video content creators in reaching their audiences and monetizing their videos. The platform enables creators to produce, distribute, and market digital videos across various web, mobile, and connected TV channels. Additionally, ICX Media aids media companies and brands in finding, licensing, and distributing digital content effectively. The company utilizes machine learning and data analytics to analyze extensive data sets, predicting which types of video content will engage specific target audiences. This capability is particularly valuable for media companies focused on connected TV and streaming, as well as for brands and agencies aiming to create and market engaging content. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., ICX Media serves both amateur and professional digital video producers, along with numerous large media and entertainment clients globally.

Renewlogy

Seed Round in 2018
Renewlogy is a waste recycling company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2011 at MIT. It specializes in a proprietary chemical recycling process that converts low-value plastic waste into high-value fuel products. In addition to its core operations, Renewlogy has developed a small-scale system designed to convert marine plastics, which can be utilized on boats for beach cleanups and initiatives aimed at preventing plastic waste from entering the ocean. The company has established itself as a leader in the field of chemical recycling, addressing the critical issue of plastic waste and its environmental impact.

GoSpotCheck

Funding Round in 2018
GoSpotCheck, Inc. is a Software-as-a-Service company that provides web and mobile applications designed for field-based teams to streamline surveys, audits, and reports. The platform enables businesses to utilize their employees to gather real-time retail intelligence, which is then displayed on a web dashboard for managers to identify trends and urgent issues. GoSpotCheck's solutions encompass areas such as audits and inspections, field sales performance, merchandising, marketing, food safety, quality assurance, human resources, and asset management. The company serves a wide range of industries, including consumer goods, retail, restaurants, facilities management, healthcare, and the alcoholic beverage sector. Founded in 2011, GoSpotCheck is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and operates as a subsidiary of WorldAPP, Inc.

Upside

Seed Round in 2018
Upside Travel Company, LLC operates a platform designed for small and mid-sized businesses to manage their travel needs efficiently. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, District of Columbia, the company specializes in creating customized travel packages that include international travel, round-trip options, and combined air and hotel arrangements. Upside also offers gift cards as part of its services. The company's innovative approach aims to enhance the business travel experience, transforming it from a routine task into a more engaging and effective process. By leveraging technology and dedicated support, Upside enhances travel management for its clients, helping them navigate the complexities of business travel while optimizing costs and convenience.

Collective Retreats

Venture Round in 2018
Collective Retreats is a hospitality company that specializes in providing luxury tent accommodations and cabins in scenic locations such as Vail, Montana, Hudson Valley, Sonoma, and Hill Country, Texas. Founded in 2015 and based in Denver, Colorado, the company focuses on creating unique guest experiences by offering a range of on-site and off-site dining options, including meals, snacks, and beverages. In addition to accommodations, Collective Retreats organizes various activities for guests, such as winery tours, fly fishing, horseback riding, jeep excursions, zip line adventures, and white-water rafting. The company's asset-light model allows it to operate in vibrant destinations while delivering a high level of comfort and hospitality comparable to five-star hotels.

Ledger Investing

Seed Round in 2017
Ledger Investing Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects insurers with institutional investors seeking to invest in various classes of insurance risk. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the platform allows asset managers, pension funds, hedge funds, and family offices to access a new asset class that offers the potential for returns uncorrelated with broader capital markets. The company capitalizes on recent trends where significant capital influx from long-term institutional investors is directed towards direct insurance investments. Additionally, Ledger Investing leverages technology to transform business models and create efficient marketplaces, enhancing the connection between buyers and sellers in the insurance sector. The firm is supported by Y Combinator.

Flytedesk

Venture Round in 2017
Flytedesk is a full-service ad buying platform that connects brands and college students. It is is an automated ad-buying platform that aggregates all the advertising on college campuses and makes it easy to buy in a single platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

FiscalNote

Series C in 2017
FiscalNote is a privately-held company that provides global policy and market intelligence solutions, utilizing artificial intelligence and big data to deliver actionable insights for businesses, government institutions, and nonprofits. Its flagship platform offers real-time legislative predictive capabilities and tools for enterprise collaboration and data visualization, focusing on campaign finance, demographics, news, and open data. The company’s product suite includes FiscalNote Core, CQ Federal, and EU Issue Tracker, which support effective policy management and risk mitigation. Additionally, with expert analysis from partners such as FrontierView and Oxford Analytica, FiscalNote enhances its offerings with geopolitical and market intelligence services, helping clients make informed decisions in a rapidly changing policy landscape.

Framebridge

Series B in 2017
Framebridge, Inc. specializes in custom framing solutions for art and photographs, offering a streamlined online service that prioritizes customer experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company allows users to select from a curated range of contemporary frame styles, upload images, or send physical items for personalized framing. The expert team at Framebridge handcrafts frames to meet each customer's specifications, ensuring high-quality results. Finished products are shipped directly to consumers, typically arriving within days and ready to hang. Pricing is transparent and based on the size of the framed item, starting at $39 and including free shipping. Framebridge operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, Kentucky, and Lanham, Maryland, and has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals in the retail and technology sectors.

Cava

Series C in 2017
Cava Group, Inc. operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants known for their modern mezze offerings, including salads, dips, spreads, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company is recognized as a leader in the Mediterranean fast-casual dining sector, focusing on healthful and flavorful food options. Cava produces its dips, spreads, and sauces daily in small batches at its facility in Laurel, Maryland, ensuring they are free of additives and preservatives. In addition to its restaurant operations, Cava's products are also sold in grocery stores. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Sow Much Good, reflecting its commitment to community engagement and healthy eating. Cava Group generates most of its revenue from its primary segment, CAVA, while also operating Zoes Kitchen as a separate segment.

Optoro

Series D in 2016
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

Framebridge

Series A in 2016
Framebridge, Inc. specializes in custom framing solutions for art and photographs, offering a streamlined online service that prioritizes customer experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company allows users to select from a curated range of contemporary frame styles, upload images, or send physical items for personalized framing. The expert team at Framebridge handcrafts frames to meet each customer's specifications, ensuring high-quality results. Finished products are shipped directly to consumers, typically arriving within days and ready to hang. Pricing is transparent and based on the size of the framed item, starting at $39 and including free shipping. Framebridge operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, Kentucky, and Lanham, Maryland, and has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals in the retail and technology sectors.

SnagFilms

Venture Round in 2016
SnagFilms Inc. is an online film distribution company that provides audiences with the opportunity to watch, share, and support a wide array of films and documentaries. Established in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the platform offers thousands of full-length movies, TV shows, and documentaries across various genres, including comedy, drama, science, and horror. Viewers can access content on multiple devices, including mobile phones, tablets, desktops, and TVs, and the service features multi-lingual options to cater to a diverse audience. SnagFilms aims to make independent and award-winning films accessible to a broader community while fostering a culture of support for filmmakers.

Cava

Series B in 2015
Cava Group, Inc. operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants known for their modern mezze offerings, including salads, dips, spreads, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company is recognized as a leader in the Mediterranean fast-casual dining sector, focusing on healthful and flavorful food options. Cava produces its dips, spreads, and sauces daily in small batches at its facility in Laurel, Maryland, ensuring they are free of additives and preservatives. In addition to its restaurant operations, Cava's products are also sold in grocery stores. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Sow Much Good, reflecting its commitment to community engagement and healthy eating. Cava Group generates most of its revenue from its primary segment, CAVA, while also operating Zoes Kitchen as a separate segment.

Framebridge

Series A in 2015
Framebridge, Inc. specializes in custom framing solutions for art and photographs, offering a streamlined online service that prioritizes customer experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company allows users to select from a curated range of contemporary frame styles, upload images, or send physical items for personalized framing. The expert team at Framebridge handcrafts frames to meet each customer's specifications, ensuring high-quality results. Finished products are shipped directly to consumers, typically arriving within days and ready to hang. Pricing is transparent and based on the size of the framed item, starting at $39 and including free shipping. Framebridge operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, Kentucky, and Lanham, Maryland, and has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals in the retail and technology sectors.

Optoro

Series C in 2014
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

Framebridge

Seed Round in 2014
Framebridge, Inc. specializes in custom framing solutions for art and photographs, offering a streamlined online service that prioritizes customer experience. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company allows users to select from a curated range of contemporary frame styles, upload images, or send physical items for personalized framing. The expert team at Framebridge handcrafts frames to meet each customer's specifications, ensuring high-quality results. Finished products are shipped directly to consumers, typically arriving within days and ready to hang. Pricing is transparent and based on the size of the framed item, starting at $39 and including free shipping. Framebridge operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, Kentucky, and Lanham, Maryland, and has attracted investments from notable firms and individuals in the retail and technology sectors.

Optoro

Series B in 2013
Optoro, Inc. operates a reverse logistics platform that specializes in asset recovery solutions for distressed inventory from retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. The company facilitates direct-to-consumer remarketing for items such as customer returns, overstock, discontinued products, and refurbished goods through various online channels. In addition to remarketing, Optoro offers a range of inventory management services, including warehousing, fulfillment, inspection, testing, research, marketing, and eco-friendly disposal of products. It also provides asset maximization services that encompass multi-channel remarketing, custom inventory controls, and reporting and analytics. Founded in 2004 and based in Washington, D.C., with a location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro serves customers both in the United States and internationally, aiming to enhance the returns experience while optimizing supply chain processes.

SocialRadar

Series A in 2013
SocialRadar develops innovative technology focused on enhancing social connections through location awareness. The company creates mobile applications for platforms such as iPhone, Android, and Google Glass, which allow users to identify nearby individuals and understand their connections. By providing real-time information and insights about people and places in proximity, SocialRadar aims to transform interpersonal interactions and enrich social experiences.

LivingSocial

Venture Round in 2013
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. The platform covers various categories, including dining, entertainment, fitness, health, beauty, travel, and shopping, catering to both local merchants and national brands. Founded in 2007 by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Based in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial facilitates access to local attractions and experiences in major cities, allowing users to share and discover activities while obtaining rewards based on their geographic location. As of October 2016, LivingSocial operates as a subsidiary of Groupon.

HelloWallet

Series B in 2012
HelloWallet improves the performance of organizations by providing independent guidance that aligns corporate spending with human capital needs. Our cloud-based products enable executives with a data platform for making workforce compensation and rewards decisions that drive sustained improvements in engagement and wellness. We do this with web and mobile applications that provide personalized guidance to employees for converting their salary and benefits into prosperity. HelloWallet operates a double bottom line business model, for every five subscriptions we sell we donate one subscription to a family in need through one of our philanthropic partners.

newBrandAnalytics

Series B in 2011
newBrandAnalytics is the provider of social business intelligence solutions delivering unmatched guest satisfaction, consumer intelligence, and competitive insight for the Hospitality, Restaurant and Retail industries. newBrandAnalytics' flagship and enterprise grade product, nBA Insight, enables customer satisfaction focused organizations to identify real-time key insights from guest feedback from social media and internal sources. newBrandAnalytics insight is proven to yield operational improvement, enhanced marketing opportunities, and new strategic initiatives that drive increased revenue and guest count. The company serves clients across food and beverage, hospitality, retail, and government industries, including Five Guys, Hyatt Hotels, Hersha, Ruby Tuesday, Darden, Dick’s Sporting Goods, the District of Columbia and many more.

Personal.com

Series A in 2011
Personal is a cloud-based data vault and automated form-filling service that enables users to securely control, import, store, and share their personal data and documents. The platform is designed with a strong emphasis on privacy and security, allowing individuals to manage their information confidently while ensuring that they retain ownership of their data. Users can quickly complete a wide range of mobile and web forms with the reusable data stored in their vault. Personal's innovative approach to data control has garnered attention from various national and international media outlets, highlighting its commitment to helping individuals maximize the value of their data while maintaining strict access permissions. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

HelloWallet

Series A in 2010
HelloWallet improves the performance of organizations by providing independent guidance that aligns corporate spending with human capital needs. Our cloud-based products enable executives with a data platform for making workforce compensation and rewards decisions that drive sustained improvements in engagement and wellness. We do this with web and mobile applications that provide personalized guidance to employees for converting their salary and benefits into prosperity. HelloWallet operates a double bottom line business model, for every five subscriptions we sell we donate one subscription to a family in need through one of our philanthropic partners.

LivingSocial

Series C in 2010
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. The platform covers various categories, including dining, entertainment, fitness, health, beauty, travel, and shopping, catering to both local merchants and national brands. Founded in 2007 by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Based in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial facilitates access to local attractions and experiences in major cities, allowing users to share and discover activities while obtaining rewards based on their geographic location. As of October 2016, LivingSocial operates as a subsidiary of Groupon.

LivingSocial

Series B in 2010
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. The platform covers various categories, including dining, entertainment, fitness, health, beauty, travel, and shopping, catering to both local merchants and national brands. Founded in 2007 by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Based in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial facilitates access to local attractions and experiences in major cities, allowing users to share and discover activities while obtaining rewards based on their geographic location. As of October 2016, LivingSocial operates as a subsidiary of Groupon.

LivingSocial

Series B in 2010
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. The platform covers various categories, including dining, entertainment, fitness, health, beauty, travel, and shopping, catering to both local merchants and national brands. Founded in 2007 by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Based in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial facilitates access to local attractions and experiences in major cities, allowing users to share and discover activities while obtaining rewards based on their geographic location. As of October 2016, LivingSocial operates as a subsidiary of Groupon.

LivingSocial

Series A in 2008
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. The platform covers various categories, including dining, entertainment, fitness, health, beauty, travel, and shopping, catering to both local merchants and national brands. Founded in 2007 by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Based in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial facilitates access to local attractions and experiences in major cities, allowing users to share and discover activities while obtaining rewards based on their geographic location. As of October 2016, LivingSocial operates as a subsidiary of Groupon.
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