Founder Collective

Founder Collective is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York City. Established by a group of successful entrepreneurs, the firm aims to provide a supportive framework for early-stage technology companies. It emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurs raising the least amount of capital necessary to maintain control over their firms. The company focuses on seed-stage investments and is industry agnostic, although it shows a preference for businesses that incorporate information technology. Founder Collective seeks to guide startups through the complexities of venture capital, drawing on the firsthand experiences of its partners who have founded and sold their own technology companies.

Elliot Cohen

Founder and Partner

Joe DeFilippi

CFO

Amanda Herson

Seed Investor

Eric Paley

Managing Partner

Micah Rosenbloom

Managing Partner

James Tamplin

Founder Partner

Brent Willess

Principal

Past deals in Eastern US

Smalls

Series B in 2023
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

Pikkit

Venture Round in 2022
Pikkit is a consumer software company based in New York, founded in 2020, that operates within the betting industry. It has developed a social sports betting application that consolidates legal sportsbook accounts, allowing users to manage their bets in one place. The platform enhances the betting experience by enabling users to stay informed about their friends' picks, share bets, and explore upcoming events while tracking the performance of top bettors. This functionality fosters interaction within the betting community and helps users gain insights into their betting strategies.

Avant-garde Health

Series A in 2022
Avant-garde Health, Inc. is a healthcare solutions company based in Allston, Massachusetts, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a web-based analytics platform that assists hospitals and healthcare providers in analyzing and comparing their costs and outcomes in care delivery. The platform measures the costs of various care processes and evaluates treatment-specific data, enabling providers to learn from peer institutions and enhance their results. Avant-garde Health partners with leading healthcare providers committed to improving the value of care, offering actionable insights that facilitate better clinical decision-making and promote value-based payment models. The company was inspired by research on value-based healthcare delivery conducted at Harvard Business School.

Flume Health

Series A in 2022
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

ianacare

Series A in 2022
Ianacare, Inc. is a company that has developed a technology platform to assist family caregivers in managing the complexities of caregiving. Founded in 2017 and based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, the platform serves as a resource hub for individuals caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses or other challenges. Ianacare connects caregivers, care recipients, and their support networks, facilitating access to practical help such as meal preparation, transportation, respite care, and emotional support. By fostering community and collaboration among caregivers, the platform aims to empower these individuals, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to navigate the caregiving journey effectively.

Vitally

Series A in 2021
Vitally, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an analytics platform tailored for B2B SaaS businesses, focusing on customer engagement and retention. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Vitally offers tools that integrate customer data to provide a comprehensive view of key metrics essential for enhancing customer experience and minimizing churn. The platform enables companies to track critical product metrics, assess the effectiveness of their post-sales processes, and document customer interactions. Additionally, it facilitates the creation of health scores, notifications, and automation playbooks to streamline customer success efforts. By highlighting potential opportunities and risks in customer engagement, Vitally empowers businesses to make informed decisions that can drive revenue growth.

Kambr

Seed Round in 2021
Kambr Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, New York, provides advisory and software solutions tailored for the airline industry. The company's mission is to assist airlines in optimizing their commercial processes to enhance revenue generation. Kambr's modular revenue management system adopts a comprehensive approach to commercial optimization, allowing airlines to navigate digital transformation challenges effectively. This system incorporates data-driven insights and workflows that enable clients to improve productivity and revenue outcomes. By establishing distinct advisory, media, and solution units, Kambr aims to lead in commercial intelligence and demand management for airlines worldwide.

Mable

Series A in 2020
Mable is an online wholesale platform designed for retailers and distributors to discover and purchase products. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mable offers a diverse range of brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. The platform serves as a mobile and web-based B2B e-commerce solution specifically tailored for grocers, facilitating the buying process in the wholesale market.

Clair

Seed Round in 2020
Clair, Inc. is a fintech company that specializes in providing instant pay access services for hourly workers and gig platforms. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, Clair offers real-time wage access, allowing employees to receive their earnings immediately after completing their shifts, all without incurring fees. The company also delivers digital banking services, including debit cards and account management, to support workers' financial wellness and aid in savings and spending. Clair partners with various employers and workforce management platforms, making its services available to over 10,000 employers. This initiative aims to enhance employee retention and address challenges related to front-line worker shortages while promoting the financial health of the workforce.

Talos

Venture Round in 2020
Talos Trading is a New York-based provider of institutional-grade technology infrastructure for the cryptocurrency market. Founded in 2018 by Anton Katz and Ethan Feldman, Talos offers a comprehensive trading platform that supports the entire trading lifecycle, from price discovery to clearing and settlement. The platform enables users to access spot, futures, and foreign exchange markets, facilitating seamless streaming of real-time prices and request for quote options. Additionally, it provides essential tools for portfolio accounting and market settlement, catering to the needs of various participants within the crypto ecosystem.

Mulberry

Series A in 2020
Mulberry Technology Inc., known as Mulberry, is a New York-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven plugins for e-commerce platforms to facilitate the purchase of extended warranties. Founded in 2018, Mulberry connects insurers, brands, and consumers to streamline the signing of contracts and terms related to product protection. The company's offerings encompass a wide range of categories, including consumer electronics, furniture, appliances, jewelry, and fitness equipment, among others. By providing personalized product protection solutions, Mulberry aims to help brands generate additional revenue while enhancing the customer experience. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces and AI to integrate customized protection programs seamlessly into the online shopping journey, thereby simplifying the process of obtaining insurance and improving operational efficiency for businesses.

Smalls

Series A in 2020
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

ianacare

Venture Round in 2020
Ianacare, Inc. is a company that has developed a technology platform to assist family caregivers in managing the complexities of caregiving. Founded in 2017 and based in Newton Center, Massachusetts, the platform serves as a resource hub for individuals caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses or other challenges. Ianacare connects caregivers, care recipients, and their support networks, facilitating access to practical help such as meal preparation, transportation, respite care, and emotional support. By fostering community and collaboration among caregivers, the platform aims to empower these individuals, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to navigate the caregiving journey effectively.

TetraScience

Series A in 2019
TetraScience, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions designed to enhance research experiments in life sciences. Its offerings include sensors for monitoring various environmental parameters, cameras for viewing experiments, electric switches, and adapters for connecting laboratory instruments. The company provides the Tetra R&D Data Cloud, which allows life sciences organizations to centralize, standardize, and access actionable scientific data, thereby facilitating improved research outcomes and accelerated drug discovery. TetraScience operates an open platform that integrates a wide array of lab instruments and informatics applications, promoting seamless interoperability and innovation within the sector. The company serves a diverse clientele, including scientists, engineers, and safety officers, and maintains a strategic partnership with Dotmatics Limited to further enhance its capabilities.

Mable

Seed Round in 2019
Mable is an online wholesale platform designed for retailers and distributors to discover and purchase products. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mable offers a diverse range of brands, including Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Brave Coffee & Tea, Coastal Craft Kombucha, Crown Maple, Eddie's Bakery, Loco Coffee, Real Food Bar, and STOKES Firestarters. The platform serves as a mobile and web-based B2B e-commerce solution specifically tailored for grocers, facilitating the buying process in the wholesale market.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2019
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform delivering business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Established in 2017, it offers a range of services including cryptocurrency management, digital walleting, custody, community tools, and portfolio dashboards aimed at investors. Flipside Crypto provides analytics tools that offer insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial trends within the cryptocurrency space. It also features the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), a metric for assessing the health of cryptocurrency projects, which is distributed through partnerships with platforms such as CoinMarketCap and Messari. The company is supported by notable investors, including CoinBase Ventures and True Ventures.

Kambr

Seed Round in 2019
Kambr Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Amsterdam, New York, provides advisory and software solutions tailored for the airline industry. The company's mission is to assist airlines in optimizing their commercial processes to enhance revenue generation. Kambr's modular revenue management system adopts a comprehensive approach to commercial optimization, allowing airlines to navigate digital transformation challenges effectively. This system incorporates data-driven insights and workflows that enable clients to improve productivity and revenue outcomes. By establishing distinct advisory, media, and solution units, Kambr aims to lead in commercial intelligence and demand management for airlines worldwide.

Vitally

Seed Round in 2019
Vitally, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an analytics platform tailored for B2B SaaS businesses, focusing on customer engagement and retention. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, Vitally offers tools that integrate customer data to provide a comprehensive view of key metrics essential for enhancing customer experience and minimizing churn. The platform enables companies to track critical product metrics, assess the effectiveness of their post-sales processes, and document customer interactions. Additionally, it facilitates the creation of health scores, notifications, and automation playbooks to streamline customer success efforts. By highlighting potential opportunities and risks in customer engagement, Vitally empowers businesses to make informed decisions that can drive revenue growth.

Ethyca

Seed Round in 2019
Ethyca Inc. specializes in software that automates customer data compliance processes for businesses. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company offers solutions for data privacy and risk management, including its cloud-based product, Ethyca Pro. This self-service platform automates essential tasks such as data mapping, data subject request management, and consent management in accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act. Ethyca's privacy engineering platform is designed to assist developers and privacy teams in integrating compliance features into their systems, thereby reducing operational risks and costs associated with data privacy. By providing a comprehensive data map that tracks the flow of information within an organization, Ethyca helps businesses meet various global privacy regulations effectively.

Mightier

Series A in 2019
Mightier is a gaming platform and family program scientifically-proven to help kids regulate their emotions. It is a bioresponsive program that harnesses the mind-body connection to build emotional regulation in its players. Its program of bioresponsive video games, developed at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, aims to help children with behavioral and emotional challenges learn how to harness emotions in daily life. Mightier was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Flume Health

Seed Round in 2019
Flume Health Inc. is a third-party administrator of health plans, established in 2018 and based in New York. The company focuses on making self-insured health plans more affordable and user-friendly. By leveraging advanced payment technology and exceptional customer support, Flume Health enables its members to access healthcare providers at costs 20-40% lower than traditional network rates. Their health plan administration platform features a virtual assistant that addresses healthcare-related inquiries, facilitates private communication with trained care guides, and provides data to identify quality medical care at competitive prices. Additionally, the platform assists users in booking appointments and setting reminders, ensuring that clients can find affordable medical providers tailored to their needs.

Toolio

Venture Round in 2019
At Toolio, we're on a mission to help retailers navigate the complex, competitive and ever-changing retail landscape. Toolio is a cloud-based Merchandising Platform that automates critical workflows, provides real-time insights, and enables remote collaboration, empowering retailers to make faster, data-driven decisions about their most important (and expensive) asset—merchandise. Toolio is a global operation with headquarters in NYC and offices in Istanbul, built by an ex-Walmart team of second-time entrepreneurs and backed by top VCs and apparel industry executives.

Zoba

Seed Round in 2019
Zoba, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in providing a web application to enhance the operational efficiency of mobility operators. The company offers an API-first platform that automates decision-making processes related to fleet rebalancing, driver tasking, routing, and dynamic pricing. By leveraging real-time predictions of human behavior and environmental data, Zoba enables organizations to optimize their networks and improve fleet performance across more than 150 cities worldwide. This technology helps mobility operators increase profitability and customer satisfaction by minimizing guesswork in their operations and enabling informed decisions about risk and locational strategies.

SelfMade

Series A in 2019
SelfMade is a venture backed start-up located in downtown Manhattan. They work at the intersection of technology and digital art, empowering individuals and brands to grow their business through social media. Their members' only app uses AI and proprietary technology to connect members with professional image editors and social strategists -- allowing them to build a powerful brand at an affordable price. SelfMade is democratizing an experience once reserved for celebrities and brands.

Smalls

Seed Round in 2019
Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company that specializes in producing human-grade and fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. Smalls offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, freeze-dried chicken, and turkey and duck, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. The food is made from fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Additionally, Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of each cat, allowing pet owners to conveniently receive healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.

Mulberry

Seed Round in 2018
Mulberry Technology Inc., known as Mulberry, is a New York-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven plugins for e-commerce platforms to facilitate the purchase of extended warranties. Founded in 2018, Mulberry connects insurers, brands, and consumers to streamline the signing of contracts and terms related to product protection. The company's offerings encompass a wide range of categories, including consumer electronics, furniture, appliances, jewelry, and fitness equipment, among others. By providing personalized product protection solutions, Mulberry aims to help brands generate additional revenue while enhancing the customer experience. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces and AI to integrate customized protection programs seamlessly into the online shopping journey, thereby simplifying the process of obtaining insurance and improving operational efficiency for businesses.

Mightier

Seed Round in 2018
Mightier is a gaming platform and family program scientifically-proven to help kids regulate their emotions. It is a bioresponsive program that harnesses the mind-body connection to build emotional regulation in its players. Its program of bioresponsive video games, developed at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, aims to help children with behavioral and emotional challenges learn how to harness emotions in daily life. Mightier was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Ten Percent Happier

Seed Round in 2018
Ten Percent Happier, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a meditation platform aimed at individuals who may be skeptical about traditional meditation practices. Founded in 2013, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates learning, practicing, and tracking meditation behaviors. The platform features expert-led courses, articles, and podcasts designed to foster meaningful changes in users' lives. Additionally, Ten Percent Happier publishes books that contain practical instructions for meditation, ensuring accessibility for a diverse audience. The company focuses on delivering a clear and straightforward approach to meditation, combining various multimedia resources to engage users effectively.

Minim

Seed Round in 2018
Minim Inc. is a company headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, that specializes in designing and developing a home management and security platform utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Founded in 1977, it has evolved from a networking company to providing intelligent software solutions that enhance and secure WiFi connections essential for daily activities. Minim's platform leverages machine learning to analyze device behavior, enabling customers to manage their connected experiences effectively. The company also manufactures communications equipment, including cable modems, routers, and other networking devices, under an exclusive licensing agreement with the Motorola brand. The majority of Minim's revenue is generated in North America, reflecting its focus on delivering smart, software-driven products for home and business connectivity.

ShopShops

Seed Round in 2018
ShopShops is a livestream, interactive global shopping marketplace that connects brick and mortar retailers with consumers on their mobile devices. The new digital shopping channel breaks down geographical boundaries for fashion-savvy consumers, enabling them to shop from stores around the world from the palm of their hand. ShopShops was founded by Liyia Wu in 2016 and has headquarters in New York City and Beijing. To learn more, visit www.shopshops.com.cn.

Flipside Crypto

Seed Round in 2018
Flipside Crypto, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates a cryptocurrency information platform delivering business intelligence for blockchain organizations. Established in 2017, it offers a range of services including cryptocurrency management, digital walleting, custody, community tools, and portfolio dashboards aimed at investors. Flipside Crypto provides analytics tools that offer insights into user behaviors, developer activities, and financial trends within the cryptocurrency space. It also features the Fundamental Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), a metric for assessing the health of cryptocurrency projects, which is distributed through partnerships with platforms such as CoinMarketCap and Messari. The company is supported by notable investors, including CoinBase Ventures and True Ventures.

CultureIQ

Venture Round in 2018
CultureIQ, Inc. specializes in culture management software aimed at helping organizations assess and enhance their workplace culture. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company offers tools that allow businesses to gather ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys. By analyzing responses and comments, CultureIQ identifies key culture metrics and provides actionable insights that assist organizations in implementing effective culture initiatives. Its platform also features reporting capabilities that enable companies to communicate results internally, thereby fostering a culture of engagement and continuous improvement. The ultimate goal of CultureIQ is to empower employees by giving them a voice while providing organizations with data-driven solutions to strengthen their overall culture.

Avant-garde Health

Seed Round in 2018
Avant-garde Health, Inc. is a healthcare solutions company based in Allston, Massachusetts, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a web-based analytics platform that assists hospitals and healthcare providers in analyzing and comparing their costs and outcomes in care delivery. The platform measures the costs of various care processes and evaluates treatment-specific data, enabling providers to learn from peer institutions and enhance their results. Avant-garde Health partners with leading healthcare providers committed to improving the value of care, offering actionable insights that facilitate better clinical decision-making and promote value-based payment models. The company was inspired by research on value-based healthcare delivery conducted at Harvard Business School.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2017
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to automate data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics sectors. Founded in 2015, Sentenai provides a service that connects intelligent systems to the necessary data for real-time decision-making. Its platform integrates distributed systems and applied machine learning to automatically organize sensor data streams, rendering them searchable and accessible. By automating data integration and enabling continuous analysis, Sentenai allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their systems, facilitating agile decision-making and generating actionable insights from operational data.

Alyce

Seed Round in 2017
Alyce is an AI-powered platform that works as a door-opener or to continue to develop real sales relationships. The platform redefining direct mail, swag and gifts with its scalable, sustainable, hyper-personalized approach to account-based marketing. It uses personal social data to tell you the perfect gift to give and handles orders, shipping, and reporting for 1-10,000 gifts, and is 100% free. Alyce builds real, personal relationships that deliver up to twice the named account penetration and drives 5x pipeline versus traditional approaches. It makes B2B gift-giving simple, effective and measurable. The company was founded in December of 2015, Alyce is a privately held company headquartered in Boston, MA.

SelfMade

Series A in 2017
SelfMade is a venture backed start-up located in downtown Manhattan. They work at the intersection of technology and digital art, empowering individuals and brands to grow their business through social media. Their members' only app uses AI and proprietary technology to connect members with professional image editors and social strategists -- allowing them to build a powerful brand at an affordable price. SelfMade is democratizing an experience once reserved for celebrities and brands.

Rekener Inc.

Seed Round in 2017
Rekener, Inc. is a customer data platform specializing in B2B solutions, based in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating and maintaining a comprehensive view of customers by integrating data from various sources, including Salesforce, Marketo, and HubSpot. Rekener provides analytical applications designed to enhance go-to-market strategies by prioritizing prospects and resources effectively. Additionally, the platform automates key performance indicators, allowing businesses to continuously measure and assess the effectiveness of their strategies. As of December 2019, Rekener operates as a subsidiary of Brainshark, Inc.

Vitae Industries

Venture Round in 2017
Vitae Industries, Inc. is a company that specializes in pharmacy compounding automation products. Founded in 2014 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, it offers innovative solutions, including the AutoCompounder, which efficiently manufactures tablets or gummies, verifies dosages, and performs cleanup tasks. In addition to its automation products, Vitae Industries provides custom pharmaceutical services tailored to meet the specific needs of patients.

Mightier

Seed Round in 2016
Mightier is a gaming platform and family program scientifically-proven to help kids regulate their emotions. It is a bioresponsive program that harnesses the mind-body connection to build emotional regulation in its players. Its program of bioresponsive video games, developed at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, aims to help children with behavioral and emotional challenges learn how to harness emotions in daily life. Mightier was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Crayon

Seed Round in 2016
Crayon, Inc. operates a market intelligence platform designed to help businesses track, analyze, and respond to digital footprints. The company offers tools for intelligence and analysis, marketing insights, and website inspiration, enabling mid-market and enterprise organizations to identify opportunities and build sustainable competitive advantages. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Crayon serves hundreds of clients by providing actionable insights that drive significant business impact. Originally known as M80 Labs, Inc., the company rebranded to Crayon in June 2017.

Formlabs

Series B in 2016
Formlabs Inc. is a company that designs and manufactures advanced 3D printing systems targeted at engineers, designers, and artists. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, Formlabs offers a diverse range of products, including the Form 3, Form 3B, and Form 3L printers, all utilizing Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology. The company also provides post-processing solutions such as Form Wash and Form Cure, as well as the Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer and the Form Cell manufacturing solution. Formlabs develops high-performance materials for various applications in industries like dental, healthcare, jewelry, and education. Its PreForm software facilitates the preparation of models for printing, making it a preferred choice among professionals worldwide. With additional offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina, Formlabs continues to innovate in the field of 3D printing, enhancing the capabilities of digital fabrication.

Uptycs

Seed Round in 2016
Uptycs, Inc. is a security analytics company that provides a cloud-based platform designed for monitoring and diagnosing infrastructure issues across software as a service, enterprise, and data center environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Uptycs combines osquery, an open-source universal agent, with its security analytics capabilities to deliver comprehensive visibility into fleet operations. The platform offers features including endpoint detection and response, file integrity management, incident investigation, vulnerability monitoring, and compliance auditing. Uptycs caters to IT administrators, compliance officers, and incident response teams, enabling them to secure workloads across hybrid cloud environments and optimize security operations. By integrating data across various stages of development and runtime, Uptycs enhances the ability to manage risks, ensuring that organizations can effectively respond to vulnerabilities and maintain compliance.

Accion Systems

Series A in 2016
Accion Systems Inc. is a Boston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced satellite propulsion systems utilizing its proprietary ion beam technology. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in in-space propulsion solutions that cater to the needs of the space industry. Accion's product lineup includes the MIN-0 and MAX-1 electric propulsion systems for small satellites, as well as the Tiled Ionic Liquid Electrospray (TILE) technology, which provides efficient and scalable propulsion capabilities. The TILE system is versatile, enabling various satellite maneuvers such as attitude control, collision avoidance, orbit adjustments, and deorbiting. Accion's innovations serve a broad range of spacecraft, from small CubeSats to larger satellite platforms, advancing the capabilities and efficiency of modern space missions.

Kuvée

Venture Round in 2016
Kuvee is a direct to consumer wine service that also offers a wine bottle which keeps wine fresh for 30 days. Kuvee was launched by Vijay Manwani, Geoffrey Lansberry, and Mike Tomovich in 2014 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

CoverWallet

Seed Round in 2016
CoverWallet is an online platform that offers insurance management services to its clients. CoverWallet’s range of insurance include general liability, workers’ compensation, commercial property, BOP, professional liability, E&O, medical malpractice, umbrella insurance, D&O, cyber liability, inland marine, EPLI, commercial auto, disability, health, and product and pollution liability. Its services are provided to firms in the administrative, agricultural, construction, consulting, contractor, education, finance, food, healthcare, management, manufacturing, mining, non-profit, scientific, and real estate industries. CoverWallet was launched in 2015 by Inaki Berenguer and Rashmi Melgiri and is based in New York.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2016
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to automate data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics sectors. Founded in 2015, Sentenai provides a service that connects intelligent systems to the necessary data for real-time decision-making. Its platform integrates distributed systems and applied machine learning to automatically organize sensor data streams, rendering them searchable and accessible. By automating data integration and enabling continuous analysis, Sentenai allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their systems, facilitating agile decision-making and generating actionable insights from operational data.

MoveWith

Seed Round in 2016
MoveWith, Inc. is an online platform that connects users with fitness activities and instructors, allowing individuals to discover, book, and participate in various fitness classes. The platform offers a personalized audio fitness experience, featuring a diverse range of categories including running, strength training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, and meditation. Users can access audio classes led by professional coaches, which aim to enhance their fitness levels and overall well-being. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Boston, MoveWith provides an innovative solution for those seeking to engage in fitness training both indoors and outdoors.

Tulip Interfaces

Seed Round in 2016
Tulip Interfaces, Inc. specializes in creating applications for the manufacturing industry that enhance shop floor operations. Founded in 2012 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company offers a no-code platform that allows organizations to integrate data from various sources, including sensors and existing equipment. This integration facilitates the creation of digital work instructions and provides real-time visibility into operations, including the performance of personnel and machinery. Tulip serves a diverse range of industries, including consumer electronics, pharmaceuticals, apparel, and medical devices, helping companies improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. By leveraging advanced technologies such as intelligent hardware sensors, computer vision, and machine learning, Tulip's platform enables organizations to digitally transform their operations and achieve better end-to-end traceability.

CultureIQ

Seed Round in 2015
CultureIQ, Inc. specializes in culture management software aimed at helping organizations assess and enhance their workplace culture. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, the company offers tools that allow businesses to gather ongoing employee feedback through customizable surveys. By analyzing responses and comments, CultureIQ identifies key culture metrics and provides actionable insights that assist organizations in implementing effective culture initiatives. Its platform also features reporting capabilities that enable companies to communicate results internally, thereby fostering a culture of engagement and continuous improvement. The ultimate goal of CultureIQ is to empower employees by giving them a voice while providing organizations with data-driven solutions to strengthen their overall culture.

Transfix

Series A in 2015
Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York that specializes in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an online freight management platform that utilizes advanced algorithms and business intelligence to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency. Transfix offers services such as real-time shipment tracking, carrier performance insights, and support tailored to various industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing. By leveraging its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to optimize logistics processes, reduce empty miles, and improve overall supply chain performance for its clients.

Desktop Metal

Series A in 2015
Desktop Metal, Inc. specializes in additive manufacturing solutions, providing innovative 3D printing technologies tailored for engineers, designers, and manufacturers across various industries. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products, including the Production System for industrial manufacturing, the Shop System for metal additive manufacturing in machine and job shops, the Studio System for office-based metal 3D printing, and the Fiber desktop 3D printer. Its technologies cater to sectors such as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, and heavy industry, enabling on-demand digital mass production that emphasizes speed, cost-efficiency, and high-quality parts. Desktop Metal operates in markets across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region, with the majority of its revenue generated from the Americas.

Hickory

Seed Round in 2015
We're a fast-growing Y-Combinator (S15) backed startup, based in New York. Hickory is the only training tool focused on retention, turning Sales and Customer Service staff into brand experts. The app predicts when a rep will forget what they’ve learned, and schedules review exercises tailored to their strengths and weaknesses to prevent that from happening.

Databox

Seed Round in 2015
Databox, Inc. is a business intelligence application developer headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Ptuj, Slovenia. Founded in 2011, the company offers a mobile data application that consolidates data from various business applications, allowing users to monitor activities, track performance, and gain insights in real-time. The platform includes pre-built connectors to cloud services like SalesForce and Xero, as well as support for on-premise solutions and other data sources, including Hadoop and Excel. Databox serves marketing managers, executives, and product managers, enabling them to access key performance indicators and make informed decisions through intuitive dashboards. The company was previously known as Zeppelin, Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Rebag

Seed Round in 2015
Rebag, founded in 2014 by Charles Gorra, specializes in the resale of luxury handbags and accessories through a robust e-commerce platform and physical retail locations in New York, Los Angeles, and Florida. The company has introduced innovative features such as a consignment service in 2023 and a membership program, Rebag⁺, in 2024, enhancing its appeal as a transparent and flexible resale option for customers. By leveraging proprietary technology and extensive data analysis, Rebag offers instant payment for designer items, setting a new standard in the luxury resale market. Additionally, Rebag provides tailored solutions for professional resellers through its Rebag for Business initiative. Recognized for its innovation, the company has received accolades from prominent publications, affirming its position as a leader in the luxury resale sector.

Socure

Debt Financing in 2015
Socure Inc. specializes in digital identity verification solutions, utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning to authenticate identities in real-time. Its flagship platform, Socure ID+, integrates data from various online and offline sources, including email, phone numbers, and social media, to streamline customer identification processes and ensure compliance with regulations such as know your customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML). In addition to Socure ID+, the company offers tools like Aida, an AI-driven bot for real-time identity validation; Docv, a document verification solution; and Sigma Synthetic Fraud, which targets synthetic identity fraud. Serving a diverse clientele that includes software and financial firms, as well as integration partners and sponsor banks, Socure aims to eliminate identity fraud and enhance security for online transactions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Socure has established strategic partnerships to expand its reach and effectiveness in the identity verification landscape.

TetraScience

Seed Round in 2015
TetraScience, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing hardware and software solutions designed to enhance research experiments in life sciences. Its offerings include sensors for monitoring various environmental parameters, cameras for viewing experiments, electric switches, and adapters for connecting laboratory instruments. The company provides the Tetra R&D Data Cloud, which allows life sciences organizations to centralize, standardize, and access actionable scientific data, thereby facilitating improved research outcomes and accelerated drug discovery. TetraScience operates an open platform that integrates a wide array of lab instruments and informatics applications, promoting seamless interoperability and innovation within the sector. The company serves a diverse clientele, including scientists, engineers, and safety officers, and maintains a strategic partnership with Dotmatics Limited to further enhance its capabilities.

MoveWith

Seed Round in 2015
MoveWith, Inc. is an online platform that connects users with fitness activities and instructors, allowing individuals to discover, book, and participate in various fitness classes. The platform offers a personalized audio fitness experience, featuring a diverse range of categories including running, strength training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, and meditation. Users can access audio classes led by professional coaches, which aim to enhance their fitness levels and overall well-being. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Boston, MoveWith provides an innovative solution for those seeking to engage in fitness training both indoors and outdoors.

Accion Systems

Seed Round in 2015
Accion Systems Inc. is a Boston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced satellite propulsion systems utilizing its proprietary ion beam technology. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in in-space propulsion solutions that cater to the needs of the space industry. Accion's product lineup includes the MIN-0 and MAX-1 electric propulsion systems for small satellites, as well as the Tiled Ionic Liquid Electrospray (TILE) technology, which provides efficient and scalable propulsion capabilities. The TILE system is versatile, enabling various satellite maneuvers such as attitude control, collision avoidance, orbit adjustments, and deorbiting. Accion's innovations serve a broad range of spacecraft, from small CubeSats to larger satellite platforms, advancing the capabilities and efficiency of modern space missions.

Socure

Series A in 2014
Socure Inc. specializes in digital identity verification solutions, utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning to authenticate identities in real-time. Its flagship platform, Socure ID+, integrates data from various online and offline sources, including email, phone numbers, and social media, to streamline customer identification processes and ensure compliance with regulations such as know your customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML). In addition to Socure ID+, the company offers tools like Aida, an AI-driven bot for real-time identity validation; Docv, a document verification solution; and Sigma Synthetic Fraud, which targets synthetic identity fraud. Serving a diverse clientele that includes software and financial firms, as well as integration partners and sponsor banks, Socure aims to eliminate identity fraud and enhance security for online transactions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Socure has established strategic partnerships to expand its reach and effectiveness in the identity verification landscape.

Media Radar

Venture Round in 2014
MediaRadar, Inc. specializes in sales and marketing intelligence solutions tailored for the media industry. Founded in 2006 and based in New York, the company provides detailed advertising analysis and insights from various platforms, including magazines, websites, newspapers, and social media. Its services are designed to enhance advertisement sales and client management for both online and print media companies. MediaRadar serves over 1,200 publishers by delivering relevant information and analysis directly to sales teams, facilitating informed decision-making in real-time. The company's offerings enable clients to identify new advertising opportunities, monitor competitors, and ultimately increase their revenues across multiple media channels.

Transfix

Seed Round in 2014
Transfix, Inc. is a trucking brokerage firm based in New York that specializes in connecting shippers with carriers for freight transportation across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company has developed an online freight management platform that utilizes advanced algorithms and business intelligence to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency. Transfix offers services such as real-time shipment tracking, carrier performance insights, and support tailored to various industries, including retail, food, beverage, and manufacturing. By leveraging its Intelligent Freight Platform, Transfix aims to optimize logistics processes, reduce empty miles, and improve overall supply chain performance for its clients.

Spring

Series A in 2014
Spring is a retail company that sells a wide range of items from apparel to home and garden items. It is a shopping application for iOS devices. Spring enables its users to follow the brands they love as well as purchase new arrivals, exclusives, and one-of-a-kind products. The company originally operated as Jello Labs and announced the name change in July 2014. Spring was founded by David Tisch, Alan Tisch, and Octavian Costache in New York.

Whoop

Series A in 2014
WHOOP is the performance optimization system that tracks recovery, training, and sleeping hours thus helping elite athletes and teams win. The company provides athletes, coaches, and trainers with a continuous understanding of strain and recovery to balance training, reduce injuries, and predict performance. It creates a product that makes individuals and teams perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. The WHOOP Strap 3.0 collects physiological data 24/7 to provide an accurate and granular understanding of the body. Aurelian Nicolae, John Capodilupo, and Will Ahmed established WHOOP in 2012 and in Boston, Massachusetts.

Ten Percent Happier

Seed Round in 2014
Ten Percent Happier, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a meditation platform aimed at individuals who may be skeptical about traditional meditation practices. Founded in 2013, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates learning, practicing, and tracking meditation behaviors. The platform features expert-led courses, articles, and podcasts designed to foster meaningful changes in users' lives. Additionally, Ten Percent Happier publishes books that contain practical instructions for meditation, ensuring accessibility for a diverse audience. The company focuses on delivering a clear and straightforward approach to meditation, combining various multimedia resources to engage users effectively.

Contently

Series B in 2014
Contently is a technology company that specializes in an enterprise content marketing platform designed to assist global businesses in creating, distributing, and optimizing engaging content. Founded in 2011 by Joe Coleman, Dave Goldberg, and Shane Snow, the company is headquartered in New York City and operates as a fully remote, female-led organization. Contently's platform integrates advanced technology with expert content strategy and a diverse creative marketplace, enabling clients to manage their corporate content efficiently and streamline approval processes. The company has received multiple accolades, including recognition as the top enterprise content creation platform by G2 and being named a Customer Choice by Gartner Peer Insights.

Oyster

Series A in 2014
Oyster is a subscription service for ebooks and ebook retailer. Oyster also publishes the Oyster Review, an editorial magazine. Oyster was founded by Eric Stromberg, Andrew Brown, and Willem Van Lancker in 2012 and is based in New York, the United States.

Plated

Series A in 2014
Plated is a company that delivers fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes directly to customers' doors, facilitating the preparation of home-cooked meals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Plated operates a subscription-based online platform that allows users to access ready-to-cook meal kits. This service caters to individuals who are passionate about cooking, enabling them to create restaurant-quality dishes at home and share these experiences with family and friends.

makr

Seed Round in 2013
Makr is a design app for next-generation makers: the creative entrepreneur, the DIYer, the next-level home entertainer. Headquartered in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we’re inspired every day by our local maker community. We developed Makr specifically for iPad to bring DIY to the 21st century, using digital tech to enrich the handmade movement and our shared love of old-fashioned craft. Makr provides sophisticated design tools – exclusive to professional studio use until now – to the local maker’s workshop and DIYer’s home.

Tulip

Seed Round in 2013
Tulip Retail, Inc. is a cloud-based mobile platform designed specifically for retail store associates, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with additional offices in Kitchener, London, Caerano di San Marco, and New York. The platform offers a suite of tools that empower store associates by providing real-time access to product and inventory information, customer profiles, and a variety of features for assisted selling and clienteling. Key components include a mobile associate app, checkout capabilities for omnichannel orders, and modules for streamlined store communications and look building based on customer preferences. By integrating mobile technology into the retail environment, Tulip aims to enhance the in-store shopping experience, boost sales, and improve customer service for leading retailers.

YouNow

Series A in 2013
YouNow, Inc. is a New York-based company established in 2011 that operates a live social networking platform allowing users to broadcast themselves in real-time to a global audience. Its application enables users to discover talented broadcasters, watch live streams, and engage in video chats. Accessible on iOS, Android, and web platforms, YouNow fosters a community where users can create and interact with diverse content. The company also operates PROPS, a blockchain-based platform that supports a decentralized economy for video applications, allowing users to buy virtual currency while content creators earn revenue through audience engagement. Additional offerings include Rize, which connects broadcasters with engaged viewers, and the WTF game show application, where contestants participate in live game shows through video chat. By blending broadcasting, gaming, and social networking, YouNow empowers individuals to express their creativity and forge meaningful connections.

Whoop

Seed Round in 2013
WHOOP is the performance optimization system that tracks recovery, training, and sleeping hours thus helping elite athletes and teams win. The company provides athletes, coaches, and trainers with a continuous understanding of strain and recovery to balance training, reduce injuries, and predict performance. It creates a product that makes individuals and teams perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. The WHOOP Strap 3.0 collects physiological data 24/7 to provide an accurate and granular understanding of the body. Aurelian Nicolae, John Capodilupo, and Will Ahmed established WHOOP in 2012 and in Boston, Massachusetts.

PillPack

Series A in 2013
PillPack, Inc. is a full-service pharmacy that specializes in sorting and delivering medications tailored to individual dosages. The company receives prescriptions from healthcare providers and packages medications into personalized packets, ensuring customers take the right medications at the right times. In addition to prescription medications, PillPack offers a variety of healthcare products, including vitamins, over-the-counter medications, inhalers, and testing supplies. Incorporated in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, PillPack also operates locations in several states, including Florida, New York, Massachusetts, Utah, and Texas. The company serves not only individual customers but also healthcare providers and caregivers, facilitating medication management and delivery. PillPack also publishes an online magazine called Folks, which features inspiring stories of individuals overcoming health challenges. As of 2018, PillPack operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.

Paddle8

Series B in 2013
Paddle8, Inc. is an online auction house founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles and London. It specializes in the auctioning of fine art, design, jewelry, watches, and collectibles, focusing on items priced between $1,000 and $100,000, all vetted by expert specialists. Paddle8 aims to enhance the collecting experience by merging the reliability of traditional auction houses with modern technology and operational efficiency. The platform allows individual collectors to easily sell items through its iPhone app, which offers complimentary auction estimates. Paddle8 is also known for its partnerships with over 350 non-profit organizations to host benefit auctions, helping these organizations increase their fundraising efforts. As of its last available data, Paddle8 has approximately 800,000 registered users and is recognized as one of the top auction houses outside China. In 2016, it merged with Auctionata, enhancing its global presence in the art and collectibles market. Paddle8 filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in March 2020.

flok

Series A in 2013
flok LTD is a customer engagement and loyalty platform that offers a mobile application for both iOS and Android, enabling consumers to access loyalty plans and rewards from various vendors. The platform serves multiple industries, including food and drink, beauty, retail, health and fitness, entertainment, and services. Originally launched in 2011 as a digital punch card app, flok has evolved into a comprehensive customer communication solution that includes features such as chatbots, AI-assisted chat, automated and one-to-one messaging, and proximity campaigns. The company partners with a range of businesses from major retailers to local shops across multiple countries. Based in New York City with additional offices in Tel Aviv, flok was previously known as LoyalBlocks Ltd and has been a subsidiary of Wix.com since 2017.

CompStak

Series A in 2013
CompStak, Inc. is a New York-based company that operates an online database focused on commercial lease comparables, providing comprehensive deal information such as tenant names, addresses, rent, square footage, and landlord concessions. Established in 2011, CompStak employs a crowd-sourced model to collect data from brokers, landlords, appraisers, and researchers, facilitating the exchange of lease comps. The platform is utilized by various stakeholders in the real estate sector, including private equity funds, banks, asset managers, real estate investment trusts, and hedge funds, to conduct asset valuations and analyses prior to significant investments. Additionally, institutional owners leverage CompStak's data to compare properties effectively. The company has formed a strategic partnership with Knowledge Cubed to enhance its data offerings.

Plated

Seed Round in 2013
Plated is a company that delivers fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes directly to customers' doors, facilitating the preparation of home-cooked meals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Plated operates a subscription-based online platform that allows users to access ready-to-cook meal kits. This service caters to individuals who are passionate about cooking, enabling them to create restaurant-quality dishes at home and share these experiences with family and friends.

Locality

Seed Round in 2013
Locality Inc. is an online search engine that provides users with information about nearby businesses and local services, including prices, reviews, hours, and ratings. Utilizing a proprietary crowdsourcing platform, the company collects data from public listings to ensure comprehensive and up-to-date information. Established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, Locality aims to simplify the process of discovering local services, much like how travel search engines streamline flight comparisons. This platform enables consumers to effortlessly find services tailored to their needs, whether searching for a yoga class in a new city or looking for a nearby salon. Locality was previously known as Centzy, Inc. before rebranding in November 2013.

PillPack

Seed Round in 2013
PillPack, Inc. is a full-service pharmacy that specializes in sorting and delivering medications tailored to individual dosages. The company receives prescriptions from healthcare providers and packages medications into personalized packets, ensuring customers take the right medications at the right times. In addition to prescription medications, PillPack offers a variety of healthcare products, including vitamins, over-the-counter medications, inhalers, and testing supplies. Incorporated in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, PillPack also operates locations in several states, including Florida, New York, Massachusetts, Utah, and Texas. The company serves not only individual customers but also healthcare providers and caregivers, facilitating medication management and delivery. PillPack also publishes an online magazine called Folks, which features inspiring stories of individuals overcoming health challenges. As of 2018, PillPack operates as a subsidiary of Amazon.

Tutorspree

Venture Round in 2013
Tutorspree is an online platform that provides web-based tutoring services to students across various subjects, including math, science, language, social studies, programming, and English. Established in 2010 and based in New York, the company addresses inefficiencies in the tutoring market by leveraging technology to facilitate the discovery, matching, scheduling, and payment processes within a $7 billion domestic market. With a growing network of over 5,000 active tutors, Tutorspree allows educators, high school teachers, college professors, and other qualified individuals to connect with students seeking assistance. The platform enables tutors to create profiles that showcase their credentials and allows users to rate their experiences, fostering a community focused on effective learning outcomes.

Kitchensurfing

Seed Round in 2013
Kitchensurfing, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects chefs with individuals seeking to enhance their dining experiences at home. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform allows users to hire chefs for various occasions, including home-cooked meals, parties, and cooking lessons. With the goal of redefining the dining experience, Kitchensurfing addresses the challenges of modern households where time constraints often hinder home cooking. It promotes communal dining by offering services like Kitchensurfing Tonight, which provides freshly prepared meals by personal chefs in under 30 minutes for a reasonable price. This service serves as a convenient alternative to takeout, allowing families and couples to enjoy quality meals together. Kitchensurfing offers diverse experiences, from same-day chef bookings to elaborate cocktail parties, while emphasizing the use of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients to create high-quality dishes in the comfort of home. Through its offerings, Kitchensurfing aims to restore the significance of the dinner table in contemporary life.

Oyster

Seed Round in 2012
Oyster is a subscription service for ebooks and ebook retailer. Oyster also publishes the Oyster Review, an editorial magazine. Oyster was founded by Eric Stromberg, Andrew Brown, and Willem Van Lancker in 2012 and is based in New York, the United States.

SeatGeek

Venture Round in 2012
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also has offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, allowing users to compare prices and find the best deals. Its unique 'Deal Score' feature rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers assess the relative value of options for specific events. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that generates personalized recommendations based on user preferences and favorite teams or artists. This combination of features enables fans to navigate the ticketing landscape efficiently and effectively.

Kitchensurfing

Venture Round in 2012
Kitchensurfing, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects chefs with individuals seeking to enhance their dining experiences at home. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the platform allows users to hire chefs for various occasions, including home-cooked meals, parties, and cooking lessons. With the goal of redefining the dining experience, Kitchensurfing addresses the challenges of modern households where time constraints often hinder home cooking. It promotes communal dining by offering services like Kitchensurfing Tonight, which provides freshly prepared meals by personal chefs in under 30 minutes for a reasonable price. This service serves as a convenient alternative to takeout, allowing families and couples to enjoy quality meals together. Kitchensurfing offers diverse experiences, from same-day chef bookings to elaborate cocktail parties, while emphasizing the use of sustainable and locally sourced ingredients to create high-quality dishes in the comfort of home. Through its offerings, Kitchensurfing aims to restore the significance of the dinner table in contemporary life.

Moat

Series B in 2012
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

Paddle8

Series A in 2012
Paddle8, Inc. is an online auction house founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles and London. It specializes in the auctioning of fine art, design, jewelry, watches, and collectibles, focusing on items priced between $1,000 and $100,000, all vetted by expert specialists. Paddle8 aims to enhance the collecting experience by merging the reliability of traditional auction houses with modern technology and operational efficiency. The platform allows individual collectors to easily sell items through its iPhone app, which offers complimentary auction estimates. Paddle8 is also known for its partnerships with over 350 non-profit organizations to host benefit auctions, helping these organizations increase their fundraising efforts. As of its last available data, Paddle8 has approximately 800,000 registered users and is recognized as one of the top auction houses outside China. In 2016, it merged with Auctionata, enhancing its global presence in the art and collectibles market. Paddle8 filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in March 2020.

Infinio

Seed Round in 2012
Infinio addresses the most expensive bottleneck in virtual environments: storage performance. Data center administrators buy more storage hardware when what they really want is better storage performance. Infinio offers a software-only solution instead. Infinio has strong financial backing from tier-one venture capitalists including Highland Capital Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners and Osage University Partners.

Tutorspree

Seed Round in 2011
Tutorspree is an online platform that provides web-based tutoring services to students across various subjects, including math, science, language, social studies, programming, and English. Established in 2010 and based in New York, the company addresses inefficiencies in the tutoring market by leveraging technology to facilitate the discovery, matching, scheduling, and payment processes within a $7 billion domestic market. With a growing network of over 5,000 active tutors, Tutorspree allows educators, high school teachers, college professors, and other qualified individuals to connect with students seeking assistance. The platform enables tutors to create profiles that showcase their credentials and allows users to rate their experiences, fostering a community focused on effective learning outcomes.

Chloe + Isabel

Series A in 2011
Chloe + Isabel is an innovative social commerce jewelry company that empowers and connects women through their own social selling experience. Launched in 2011, Chloe + Isabel is disrupting the traditional direct sales model to provide an entrepreneurial opportunity. Chloe + Isabel has developed a platform that powers a seller's personal e-commerce experience. Users who sign up as Merchandisers receive a customized digital workplace to create their boutique shopping experience, and earn commission from every sale. Merchandisers may participate in streaming video training, are able to curate personal collections of Chloe + Isabel jewelry on their online boutiques, and receive real-time trends, insights and recommendations to help support their businesses. Chloe + Isabel founder and CEO Chantel Waterbury has over 14 years of expert experience developing jewelry for major retailers in the United States, including Target Corp, Macy's, Gap Inc, LVMH and Kenneth Cole. Waterbury, who supported herself through college by direct-selling, says she made the jump from working for multi-billion dollar retailers to launching a startup so she could empower the next generation of women.

Moat

Series A in 2011
Moat, Inc. develops analytics solutions tailored for brand advertisers and publishers, focusing on measuring customer attention and advertising effectiveness. Its flagship product, Moat Analytics, serves as an attention measurement platform that offers insights into ad campaigns and website inventory. Additionally, Moat Pro provides real-time ad intelligence, allowing users to visualize relationships between brands, publishers, and programmatic platforms, while offering brand alerts and prospecting reports. Moat also features a dedicated ad search engine that enables users to search for display ads, discover new advertisers, and access creative resources. This centralized ad search utilizes a specialized web crawler to index ads for easy retrieval. Established in 2007 and based in New York, Moat operates internationally and is a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

True Fit

Seed Round in 2011
True Fit Corporation operates a footwear and apparel personalization platform that leverages a vast database of fit and style data to enhance the online shopping experience. Founded in 2005 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers services designed to help consumers, brands, and retailers navigate the $1 trillion footwear and apparel market. Its Genome compiles extensive, attribute-rich data to enable retailers to provide personalized fit ratings and size recommendations through its Confidence Engine, significantly boosting revenue. Additionally, True Fit's Discovery Engine allows retailers to curate tailored collections for individual consumers, while the True Insight platform delivers valuable insights for optimizing marketing and product development. The company, previously known as True Apparel Company, has formed strategic partnerships, including one with Bamboo Rose, and is supported by a team of seasoned professionals from the fashion, retail, and technology sectors.

Contently

Debt Financing in 2011
Contently is a technology company that specializes in an enterprise content marketing platform designed to assist global businesses in creating, distributing, and optimizing engaging content. Founded in 2011 by Joe Coleman, Dave Goldberg, and Shane Snow, the company is headquartered in New York City and operates as a fully remote, female-led organization. Contently's platform integrates advanced technology with expert content strategy and a diverse creative marketplace, enabling clients to manage their corporate content efficiently and streamline approval processes. The company has received multiple accolades, including recognition as the top enterprise content creation platform by G2 and being named a Customer Choice by Gartner Peer Insights.

Jump Ramp

Series A in 2011
Jump Ramp is a rapidly growing mobile-focused company based in New York City, specializing in innovative promotions and rewards through free mobile casual gaming. The company operates a gaming platform that allows users to win real cash prizes and earn rewards, which can be redeemed for gift cards from over 30 major brands and retailers. Its flagship app, Lucktastic, launched in 2014, has garnered nearly 10 million installs on Android and iOS and consistently ranks among the top lifestyle apps in major app stores. With a robust social media presence and a weekly reach of 12 million unique consumers in the U.S., Lucktastic is becoming a household name. Jump Ramp aims to expand its network of apps and innovative content, with plans for international growth, particularly in Asia. The company boasts a tight-knit team of approximately 40 employees and is looking to double its workforce in the coming months, seeking talent that thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.

Gobble

Venture Round in 2011
Gobble Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in delivering gourmet meal kits designed for quick preparation. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Gobble offers chef-curated meals that can be prepared in just 15 minutes, providing a convenient alternative to traditional cooking. The meal kits feature fresh ingredients that are prepped and portioned, allowing customers to enjoy the health benefits and satisfaction of home-cooked meals without the extensive time commitment. Gobble's diverse menu includes options for various dietary preferences, including global cuisines, vegetarian dishes, and kid-friendly meals. Additionally, the company provides choices for breakfast, lunch, and desserts, aiming to simplify mealtime for busy households. With operations spanning 47 states and offices in California, Pennsylvania, and Toronto, Gobble is committed to enhancing the cooking experience while allowing families to spend more quality time together at the table.

Extension Entertainment

Seed Round in 2011
Extension Entertainment operates a browser extension for Chrome that transforms the web into a personalized music library for users. Founded in March 2010 in New York City, the platform enables users to discover and collect MP3 files encountered while browsing. It also allows users to create profiles, facilitating the sharing of their favorite music with friends and the broader community. By streamlining the music discovery process, Extension Entertainment enhances the experience of finding and sharing music online.

True Fit

Seed Round in 2011
True Fit Corporation operates a footwear and apparel personalization platform that leverages a vast database of fit and style data to enhance the online shopping experience. Founded in 2005 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company offers services designed to help consumers, brands, and retailers navigate the $1 trillion footwear and apparel market. Its Genome compiles extensive, attribute-rich data to enable retailers to provide personalized fit ratings and size recommendations through its Confidence Engine, significantly boosting revenue. Additionally, True Fit's Discovery Engine allows retailers to curate tailored collections for individual consumers, while the True Insight platform delivers valuable insights for optimizing marketing and product development. The company, previously known as True Apparel Company, has formed strategic partnerships, including one with Bamboo Rose, and is supported by a team of seasoned professionals from the fashion, retail, and technology sectors.

GroupMe

Series B in 2011
GroupMe Inc. is a New York-based company that develops and operates a group messaging application designed to facilitate communication among users, including those without smartphones. Launched in 2010, the platform allows users to easily connect with friends, family, and coworkers through push notifications or SMS. GroupMe's services include group messaging, conference calling, and location and photo sharing, enabling seamless interaction within social networks. Since its inception, the company has experienced significant growth, processing billions of messages and expanding its team to 25 employees. Acquired by Skype Global, GroupMe operates with a degree of autonomy, maintaining an entrepreneurial culture while aiming to become a primary communications provider for a large user base.

Chloe + Isabel

Seed Round in 2011
Chloe + Isabel is an innovative social commerce jewelry company that empowers and connects women through their own social selling experience. Launched in 2011, Chloe + Isabel is disrupting the traditional direct sales model to provide an entrepreneurial opportunity. Chloe + Isabel has developed a platform that powers a seller's personal e-commerce experience. Users who sign up as Merchandisers receive a customized digital workplace to create their boutique shopping experience, and earn commission from every sale. Merchandisers may participate in streaming video training, are able to curate personal collections of Chloe + Isabel jewelry on their online boutiques, and receive real-time trends, insights and recommendations to help support their businesses. Chloe + Isabel founder and CEO Chantel Waterbury has over 14 years of expert experience developing jewelry for major retailers in the United States, including Target Corp, Macy's, Gap Inc, LVMH and Kenneth Cole. Waterbury, who supported herself through college by direct-selling, says she made the jump from working for multi-billion dollar retailers to launching a startup so she could empower the next generation of women.

BaubleBar

Series A in 2010
BaubleBar Inc. is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion jewelry, offering a diverse range of products including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and personalized items. Founded in 2010 by Amy Jain and Daniella Yacobovsky, the company aims to transform how women shop for jewelry by providing on-trend styles supported by strong editorial content. BaubleBar distinguishes itself through rapid market responsiveness and unique sourcing capabilities, allowing it to design and merchandise based on real-time consumer preferences. The brand emphasizes a high-touch customer experience and maintains a robust presence on social media, positioning itself as a leading player in the $22 billion fashion jewelry industry. BaubleBar has raised significant funding, including a recent $10 million in Series B financing, enabling it to expand its offerings and enhance its platform for accessible, fashionable jewelry.

SeatGeek

Series A in 2010
SeatGeek, Inc. is a mobile ticketing marketplace and ticket search engine that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for sports, concerts, and theater events. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, the company also has offices in the United Kingdom, Israel, the Netherlands, Australia, and Italy. SeatGeek's platform aggregates ticket listings from various sources, allowing users to compare prices and find the best deals. Its unique 'Deal Score' feature rates tickets on a scale from 0 to 100, helping consumers assess the relative value of options for specific events. Additionally, SeatGeek offers an event discovery tool that generates personalized recommendations based on user preferences and favorite teams or artists. This combination of features enables fans to navigate the ticketing landscape efficiently and effectively.

PJX Media

Seed Round in 2010
PJX Media is an out-of-home advertising agency that specializes in creating and executing advertising campaigns across various formats, including billboards and transit ads. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Denver, the company utilizes advanced technology to facilitate the entire advertising process, from audience-based planning to execution and performance reporting. PJX Media offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategic planning that leverages data to identify target markets and optimize budgets, as well as management services that ensure campaign success through proof of posting and detailed performance analysis. As a subsidiary of ADstruc, PJX Media combines industry expertise with innovative tools to enhance the effectiveness of out-of-home advertising for its clients.
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