Founders AND 3

Founders Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm established in 2005, specializing in investments across various stages, from seed to later-stage funding. The firm targets companies that are developing transformative technologies in sectors such as consumer internet, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, aerospace, energy, and health. Founders Fund has a diverse investment portfolio, having backed notable companies like SpaceX, Facebook, and Palantir. The firm employs a founder-friendly investment approach, aiming to support entrepreneurs with minimal interference. With over $2 billion in capital under management, Founders Fund continues to seek innovative solutions to global challenges, making investments typically ranging from $500,000 to $300 million.

Delian Asparouhov

Principal

Jennifer Campbell

Partner

Lauren Gross

Partner and COO

Bridget Harris

Associate

Sean Liu

Partner

Jeffrey Lonsdale

Managing Director, Asia

John Luttig

Partner

Amin Mirzadegan

Partner

Scott Nolan

Partner

Neil Ruthven

CFO

Trae Stephens

Partner

Napoleon Ta

Partner

Matias Van Thienen

Partner

Past deals in Ride Sharing

Ramp

Series C in 2022
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Royal

Series A in 2021
Royal is a platform where you can buy ownership in songs directly from your favorite artists and earn royalties with them.

Up&Up

Series B in 2021
Up&Up is a New York-based platform that facilitates fractional homeownership, providing individuals with a more accessible and flexible approach to renting and owning property. Established in 2017, it allows users to invest in real estate and become part-owners of their chosen homes, thereby helping them build equity over time. This innovative model not only offers a rewarding alternative to traditional rentals but also enables residents to prepare for future homeownership or cash out when desired. Through its services, Up&Up aims to enrich the housing experience and provide users with greater financial opportunities in the real estate market.

Rippling

Series C in 2021
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.

AirGarage

Series A in 2021
AirGarage, Inc. is a parking management company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The firm connects homeowners, businesses, and organizations with underutilized parking spaces to drivers seeking parking. As a full-stack operator, AirGarage offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the management of parking lots and garages. This includes tools for user acquisition, payment processing, enforcement, and customer support. By streamlining the rental process, AirGarage enables property owners, such as churches and businesses, to monetize their extra parking spaces efficiently, allowing them to boost their revenue while providing drivers with convenient parking options on demand.

Royal

Seed Round in 2021
Royal is a platform where you can buy ownership in songs directly from your favorite artists and earn royalties with them.

Bungalow

Series C in 2021
Bungalow is a residential real estate platform that offers flexible communal living solutions for early career professionals. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company transforms unused spaces into rentable rooms by signing long-term leases with homeowners. Bungalow provides fully furnished multi-bedroom homes in desirable neighborhoods across major U.S. cities, including Baltimore, New York City, and Los Angeles. Each home features private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. In addition, Bungalow facilitates roommate matching to create harmonious living arrangements and organizes monthly community events to foster social connections among residents. The company aims to enhance the rental experience by providing high-quality homes and a supportive community for its members.

Lula

Series A in 2021
Lula operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that connects vehicle owners with individuals seeking to rent those vehicles. It allows vehicle owners to list their vehicles for rent and facilitates direct communication and transactions between owners and renters. Lula does not own or manage the vehicles and does not engage in the contracts formed between owners and renters. Additionally, Lula provides insurance technology solutions tailored for various sectors, including car rental companies and logistics firms. Their offerings include policy management, risk assessment tools, and claims handling services, which help clients streamline their insurance processes and reduce operational costs.

IRL

Series C in 2021
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.

Replica

Series B in 2021
Replica is an innovative urban planning tool that assists cities in addressing critical transportation challenges. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company gathers and analyzes data on how people navigate urban environments, utilizing third-party sources, such as mobile applications, alongside demographic information from public datasets like censuses. By constructing a synthetic population, Replica provides insights into movement patterns, including the total number of individuals using various modes of transport—such as cars, transit, biking, or walking—and their trip purposes, such as commuting, shopping, or education. This comprehensive data empowers public agencies, land developers, and communities to make informed infrastructure decisions regarding transportation, schools, parks, and hospitals, ultimately enhancing urban design and planning efforts.

Regent

Seed Round in 2021
Regent is a maritime mobility company founded in 2020 and headquartered in Winchester, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing all-electric sea gliders designed to provide fast, safe, and cost-effective coastal transportation. These innovative machines fly just above the water's surface, serving as a replacement for traditional ferries and short-haul aircraft on coastal routes. By combining the high speed of an airplane with the lower operating costs of a boat, Regent aims to enhance local and regional transportation options between coastal cities, improving accessibility and efficiency for its customers.

Regent

Seed Round in 2021
Regent is a maritime mobility company founded in 2020 and headquartered in Winchester, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing all-electric sea gliders designed to provide fast, safe, and cost-effective coastal transportation. These innovative machines fly just above the water's surface, serving as a replacement for traditional ferries and short-haul aircraft on coastal routes. By combining the high speed of an airplane with the lower operating costs of a boat, Regent aims to enhance local and regional transportation options between coastal cities, improving accessibility and efficiency for its customers.

Ramp

Series B in 2021
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Ghost Autonomy

Funding Round in 2021
Ghost turns your car into a self-driving car. By adding a few small cameras and a compact computer to existing cars, Ghost will deliver Real Self-Driving on freeways, with a system so safe commuters can fully pay attention to something other than driving. Ghost was founded by John Hayes and Volkmar Uhlig in 2017. John previously founded Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG), taking the company public in 2015. The company is backed by Mike Speiser at Sutter Hill Ventures, Keith Rabois at Founders Fund, and Vinod Khosla at Khosla Ventures and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Ramp

Series A in 2020
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Push Party

Seed Round in 2020
Push Party is a new entrant to the exciting space of post-social digital campfires that rekindle a more intimate, authentic connection between users and the people they care about most.

River Search

Seed Round in 2020
River is a content discovery platform that pulls stories and content from across the entire internet. The company was founded in 2018 and it is based in New York.

River Search

Series A in 2020
River is a content discovery platform that pulls stories and content from across the entire internet. The company was founded in 2018 and it is based in New York.

IRL

Series B in 2020
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.

Rippling

Series B in 2020
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.

Even.com

Funding Round in 2020
Even.com is focused on enhancing financial resilience for employees, addressing the challenges faced by over half of Americans living paycheck to paycheck. The company develops a mobile budgeting application that automatically budgets upcoming bills, allowing users to manage their spending habits effectively. By partnering with employers, Even provides its services as a benefit, which not only supports employees in making ends meet, paying down debt, and saving money but also helps employers improve employee retention. The business operates transparently, ensuring that it profits only when its customers do. Even.com is based in Oakland, California, and Raleigh, North Carolina.

Ramp

Venture Round in 2020
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

Placement

Seed Round in 2019
Earn a 30% raise by moving to a new job. No upfront costs, no gimmicks. Real help from real people.

Bungalow

Series B in 2019
Bungalow is a residential real estate platform that offers flexible communal living solutions for early career professionals. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company transforms unused spaces into rentable rooms by signing long-term leases with homeowners. Bungalow provides fully furnished multi-bedroom homes in desirable neighborhoods across major U.S. cities, including Baltimore, New York City, and Los Angeles. Each home features private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. In addition, Bungalow facilitates roommate matching to create harmonious living arrangements and organizes monthly community events to foster social connections among residents. The company aims to enhance the rental experience by providing high-quality homes and a supportive community for its members.

Ghost Autonomy

Series C in 2019
Ghost turns your car into a self-driving car. By adding a few small cameras and a compact computer to existing cars, Ghost will deliver Real Self-Driving on freeways, with a system so safe commuters can fully pay attention to something other than driving. Ghost was founded by John Hayes and Volkmar Uhlig in 2017. John previously founded Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG), taking the company public in 2015. The company is backed by Mike Speiser at Sutter Hill Ventures, Keith Rabois at Founders Fund, and Vinod Khosla at Khosla Ventures and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

SmartDrive

Venture Round in 2019
SmartDrive Inc. is a technology company specializing in vehicle tracking and big data analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and based in Shinagawa-ku, Japan, it develops a data platform that provides insights into vehicle management, route optimization, and safe driving practices through real-time GPS services. SmartDrive offers various products, including mobile applications like DriveOn, which provides drivers with information on speed and vehicle performance, and hardware devices such as OBD and car chargers. In the United States, SmartDrive Systems, Inc., a related entity established in 2004, focuses on providing fuel management and driver safety solutions across diverse industries, including waste management and food distribution. Its offerings include video analytics for driver performance coaching, fuel performance tracking, and a transportation intelligence suite that transforms data into actionable insights. With a global presence and a commitment to improving driving safety and efficiency, SmartDrive serves a broad range of agencies and fleet operators.

Up&Up

Venture Round in 2019
Up&Up is a New York-based platform that facilitates fractional homeownership, providing individuals with a more accessible and flexible approach to renting and owning property. Established in 2017, it allows users to invest in real estate and become part-owners of their chosen homes, thereby helping them build equity over time. This innovative model not only offers a rewarding alternative to traditional rentals but also enables residents to prepare for future homeownership or cash out when desired. Through its services, Up&Up aims to enrich the housing experience and provide users with greater financial opportunities in the real estate market.

Ramp

Venture Round in 2019
Ramp is a technology company based in New York that specializes in corporate credit cards and spending management solutions for businesses and startups. Founded in 2019, Ramp's corporate card offers tools for tracking expenses and gaining insights, alongside cashback rewards for purchases made at various retailers. The company aims to streamline corporate spending by providing higher card limits, automated expense management, and seamless integration with accounting systems. Ramp was founded by the team behind Paribus, known for facilitating automated savings on online purchases. Additionally, Ramp Holdings, an entity with a longer history, focuses on video management and delivery solutions, enabling organizations to optimize video content through advanced search, delivery, and monetization capabilities. Originally established in 1948 and based in Boston, this subsidiary of Raytheon BBN Technologies utilizes innovative technologies such as speech-to-text and natural language processing to enhance video experiences across numerous industries.

IRL

Series A in 2019
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.

AirGarage

Seed Round in 2019
AirGarage, Inc. is a parking management company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The firm connects homeowners, businesses, and organizations with underutilized parking spaces to drivers seeking parking. As a full-stack operator, AirGarage offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the management of parking lots and garages. This includes tools for user acquisition, payment processing, enforcement, and customer support. By streamlining the rental process, AirGarage enables property owners, such as churches and businesses, to monetize their extra parking spaces efficiently, allowing them to boost their revenue while providing drivers with convenient parking options on demand.

Beam

Seed Round in 2018
Beam Mobility Holdings Pte. Ltd. is a micro-mobility company that offers electric scooters for rent through a user-friendly mobile application. Established in 2018 and based in Singapore, Beam aims to enhance urban mobility by providing a network of shared e-scooters that can be easily accessed on a pay-per-use basis. The company promotes responsible parking by incentivizing users to return scooters to designated parking spots, thereby minimizing clutter on city streets. By leveraging Internet of Things technology, Beam contributes to improved last-mile connectivity, helps alleviate traffic congestion, and supports environmental sustainability efforts.

Cargo

Series A in 2018
Cargo Systems, Inc. operates a mobile marketplace designed for selling products to passengers in transit, primarily through rideshare services. The company's platform, known as Cargo, enables passengers to order a diverse range of products, including snacks, electronics, and health and beauty items, delivered directly to them without the need for a dedicated app. Founded in 2016 by former employees of Birchbox, Cargo initially launched in New York and Boston and has since expanded its reach across 49 states. The company collaborates with rideshare drivers and brand partners to facilitate this unique in-car shopping experience, providing an opportunity for drivers to earn additional income while enhancing passenger convenience. Cargo is headquartered in New York, New York, and has received backing from various venture capital firms.

Bungalow

Series A in 2018
Bungalow is a residential real estate platform that offers flexible communal living solutions for early career professionals. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company transforms unused spaces into rentable rooms by signing long-term leases with homeowners. Bungalow provides fully furnished multi-bedroom homes in desirable neighborhoods across major U.S. cities, including Baltimore, New York City, and Los Angeles. Each home features private bedrooms, shared living spaces, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. In addition, Bungalow facilitates roommate matching to create harmonious living arrangements and organizes monthly community events to foster social connections among residents. The company aims to enhance the rental experience by providing high-quality homes and a supportive community for its members.

Grabr

Series A in 2018
Grabr Inc. operates a platform that connects shoppers with travelers to facilitate the delivery of unique or hard-to-find items from around the world. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers an application that enables peer-to-peer delivery services. Users can post items they wish to buy, receive offers from travelers willing to deliver those items, select the best offer, and arrange secure payment. The application is accessible on various platforms, including the App Store, Google Play, and Chrome Store. Grabr aims to provide a safe and efficient marketplace that allows individuals to access goods globally while enabling travelers to earn money during their journeys.

Omni

Series B in 2018
Omni Projects, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that offers on-demand storage services and rental solutions for local residents. Founded in 2014, Omni provides a platform that allows users to manage their physical belongings seamlessly. The company picks up items from customers' premises, stores them securely, and catalogs them with photographs and descriptions, enabling users to retrieve their belongings through a mobile application without visiting a storage facility. In addition to storage, Omni partners with local businesses to facilitate a rental service, allowing customers to access various items, such as bikes, surfboards, and camping equipment. Users can reserve these items for immediate pickup or schedule rentals in advance, enhancing community access to essential goods.

IRL

Seed Round in 2018
IRL is a social planning application designed to facilitate real-life interactions among users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, the app simplifies the process of sending and receiving invitations to social gatherings. It offers users a range of suggestions for activities based on their interests, locations, seasons, and upcoming holidays. In addition to event planning, IRL allows users to anonymously nominate friends for activities suited to their skills. The application also integrates local public events and enables users to sync their calendars with friends while following sports teams, musicians, and local venues. Overall, IRL aims to enhance social connectivity and encourage users to engage in shared experiences.

HyperTrack

Series A in 2017
HyperTrack, Inc. is a technology company that offers a location stack designed for developers to integrate location features into their applications. Founded in 2015 by Kashyap Deorah, Tapan Pandita, and Abhishek Poddar, the company provides APIs that simplify the creation and management of location infrastructure, allowing businesses to focus on their core services. HyperTrack’s solutions enable functionalities such as tracking distance and time traveled, generating programmable alerts, replaying routes, and providing accurate estimated times of arrival. The platform serves various sectors, including on-demand economy, logistics, transport, and sales, and is compatible with iOS, Android, React Native, and Cordova. Headquartered in Foster City, California, with operations in San Francisco and Bengaluru, HyperTrack caters to a global clientele, streamlining the development of location-based services across hundreds of applications.

FLYR

Series A in 2017
FLYR, Inc. specializes in developing advanced travel planning and booking services for the airline industry. The company offers a comprehensive revenue management platform that leverages machine learning and predictive analytics to enhance performance and modernize the e-commerce experience. Its FusionRM platform aggregates data from various sources to forecast user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies and improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing and tailored offers. The Cirrus Business Intelligence™ Platform provides airlines with critical insights for informed decision-making, facilitating automation and effective revenue maximization. Founded in 2012 and originally named Hubskip, Inc., FLYR is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Kraków, Poland.

FLYR

Series A in 2017
FLYR, Inc. specializes in developing advanced travel planning and booking services for the airline industry. The company offers a comprehensive revenue management platform that leverages machine learning and predictive analytics to enhance performance and modernize the e-commerce experience. Its FusionRM platform aggregates data from various sources to forecast user demand, enabling airlines to optimize pricing strategies and improve customer experiences through dynamic pricing and tailored offers. The Cirrus Business Intelligence™ Platform provides airlines with critical insights for informed decision-making, facilitating automation and effective revenue maximization. Founded in 2012 and originally named Hubskip, Inc., FLYR is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Kraków, Poland.

Service

Seed Round in 2015
Service gets you paid when your flight is delayed or cancelled.

LoungeBuddy

Series A in 2015
LoungeBuddy, Inc. is a mobile application developed to provide travelers with short-term access to airport lounges globally. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the platform enables users to discover, book, and access lounges, enhancing their travel experience for a one-time fee. LoungeBuddy effectively addresses the significant excess capacity in airport lounges, which can accommodate approximately 350 million entries annually but currently receive fewer than 250 million. The company operates as a subsidiary of American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. It has created a patent-pending, real-time inventory management platform that allows lounge operators to optimize passenger flow and generate additional revenue. This technology facilitates transactions with various partners, including online travel agencies, travel management companies, and airlines, ensuring travelers receive relevant offerings while helping lounges capitalize on their unused capacity.

Postmates

Series C in 2015
Postmates Inc. operates a food and grocery delivery platform that connects customers with local couriers for the delivery of products from various stores and restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers access to over 600,000 restaurants and retailers, including many exclusive to Postmates. It serves as a market leader in Los Angeles and covers approximately 80% of U.S. households in all 50 states. Users can discover, order, and track groceries and alcohol, alongside meals from local restaurants. Additionally, Postmates provides gift card services and offers a subscription service called Postmates Unlimited, which allows customers to enjoy free delivery from all merchants.

Lyft

Series D in 2014
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.

Airbnb

Series C in 2013
Airbnb is a global platform that facilitates the booking of unique accommodations and experiences, connecting hosts with guests through its website and mobile applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company allows users to discover a diverse range of listings, including private rooms, luxury villas, and unconventional spaces such as castles and sailboats. With over 8 million active listings in more than 65,000 cities across 191 countries, Airbnb serves a wide array of travelers seeking authentic experiences at various price points. The company's revenue primarily comes from transaction fees associated with online bookings, with a significant portion generated from North America. By streamlining the process of listing and reserving accommodations, Airbnb has established itself as a leading alternative accommodation provider in the travel industry.

Lyft

Series C in 2013
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.

Postmates

Series A in 2013
Postmates Inc. operates a food and grocery delivery platform that connects customers with local couriers for the delivery of products from various stores and restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers access to over 600,000 restaurants and retailers, including many exclusive to Postmates. It serves as a market leader in Los Angeles and covers approximately 80% of U.S. households in all 50 states. Users can discover, order, and track groceries and alcohol, alongside meals from local restaurants. Additionally, Postmates provides gift card services and offers a subscription service called Postmates Unlimited, which allows customers to enjoy free delivery from all merchants.

Lyft

Series B in 2013
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.

TaskRabbit

Series C in 2012
TaskRabbit, Inc. operates a same-day service platform that connects clients with taskers for a variety of home services. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, the platform allows users to book assistance for tasks such as minor repairs, installation, furniture assembly, moving, packing, cleaning, yard work, and general home improvement. The idea for TaskRabbit originated when founder Leah Busque needed help obtaining dog food, leading to the creation of a marketplace that facilitates connections among neighbors for everyday tasks. Taskers on the platform are fully vetted professionals who aim to help individuals save time and manage their daily responsibilities more effectively. TaskRabbit has been a subsidiary of INGKA Holding B.V. since 2017.

Cherry

Series A in 2012
The carwash that comes to you: Park anywhere, check in online, and Cherry will wash your car right where you left it.

Postmates

Seed Round in 2012
Postmates Inc. operates a food and grocery delivery platform that connects customers with local couriers for the delivery of products from various stores and restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the platform offers access to over 600,000 restaurants and retailers, including many exclusive to Postmates. It serves as a market leader in Los Angeles and covers approximately 80% of U.S. households in all 50 states. Users can discover, order, and track groceries and alcohol, alongside meals from local restaurants. Additionally, Postmates provides gift card services and offers a subscription service called Postmates Unlimited, which allows customers to enjoy free delivery from all merchants.

SmartDrive

Series D in 2007
SmartDrive Inc. is a technology company specializing in vehicle tracking and big data analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and based in Shinagawa-ku, Japan, it develops a data platform that provides insights into vehicle management, route optimization, and safe driving practices through real-time GPS services. SmartDrive offers various products, including mobile applications like DriveOn, which provides drivers with information on speed and vehicle performance, and hardware devices such as OBD and car chargers. In the United States, SmartDrive Systems, Inc., a related entity established in 2004, focuses on providing fuel management and driver safety solutions across diverse industries, including waste management and food distribution. Its offerings include video analytics for driver performance coaching, fuel performance tracking, and a transportation intelligence suite that transforms data into actionable insights. With a global presence and a commitment to improving driving safety and efficiency, SmartDrive serves a broad range of agencies and fleet operators.

OpTrip

Series A in 2007
OpTrip, Inc., based in Emeryville, California, specializes in the research and development of automated travel planning technology. The company offers an online travel planning and booking platform that focuses on providing personalized and optimized travel solutions tailored to individual constraints. By developing travel service infrastructure, OpTrip aims to enhance full-service travel logistics planning, ensuring that travelers can efficiently manage their travel needs.

SmartDrive

Series C in 2007
SmartDrive Inc. is a technology company specializing in vehicle tracking and big data analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and based in Shinagawa-ku, Japan, it develops a data platform that provides insights into vehicle management, route optimization, and safe driving practices through real-time GPS services. SmartDrive offers various products, including mobile applications like DriveOn, which provides drivers with information on speed and vehicle performance, and hardware devices such as OBD and car chargers. In the United States, SmartDrive Systems, Inc., a related entity established in 2004, focuses on providing fuel management and driver safety solutions across diverse industries, including waste management and food distribution. Its offerings include video analytics for driver performance coaching, fuel performance tracking, and a transportation intelligence suite that transforms data into actionable insights. With a global presence and a commitment to improving driving safety and efficiency, SmartDrive serves a broad range of agencies and fleet operators.

Slide

Series C in 2006
Slide, founded by PayPal co-founder Max Levchin, specializes in creating online applications that enhance user expression on social networking platforms. Originally gaining traction in 2006 by allowing users to easily insert slide shows into their MySpace pages, the company took a significant risk by requiring users to share their MySpace credentials. Despite concerns over potential violations of terms of service, Slide's innovative approach succeeded, leading to a substantial user base. The company has since expanded its offerings to include various widgets for personalization, such as slideshows, images, videos, guestbooks, and virtual gifts, which can be utilized across multiple social networks including Facebook and Bebo. Slide currently boasts over 117 million unique monthly viewers and sees the addition of more than 200,000 new Slide Shows each day, positioning itself as a prominent player in the social media landscape.

Slide

Series B in 2005
Slide, founded by PayPal co-founder Max Levchin, specializes in creating online applications that enhance user expression on social networking platforms. Originally gaining traction in 2006 by allowing users to easily insert slide shows into their MySpace pages, the company took a significant risk by requiring users to share their MySpace credentials. Despite concerns over potential violations of terms of service, Slide's innovative approach succeeded, leading to a substantial user base. The company has since expanded its offerings to include various widgets for personalization, such as slideshows, images, videos, guestbooks, and virtual gifts, which can be utilized across multiple social networks including Facebook and Bebo. Slide currently boasts over 117 million unique monthly viewers and sees the addition of more than 200,000 new Slide Shows each day, positioning itself as a prominent player in the social media landscape.
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