G Squared

Founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, Illinois, G Squared is a venture capital investment firm that addresses the evolving landscape of private companies, which tend to remain private for extended periods. The firm focuses on providing both primary capital for growth and transitional capital to facilitate liquidity for early investors and employees. G Squared partners with innovative entrepreneurs across various sectors, including consumer internet, fintech, insurtech, mobility, and software as a service (SaaS). By employing a distinct approach compared to traditional venture capital, G Squared aims to invest in companies that challenge conventional norms and are poised for superior returns. Their portfolio includes notable names like 23andMe, Coursera, and Lyft, as well as emerging disruptors such as Asana, Impossible Foods, and Turo.

Larry Aschebrook

Managing Partner

Ward Davis

Principal

Richard Harris

Partner

Tyson Morgan

Partner

Eric Richardson

Principal

Spencer McLeod

Partner

Past deals in Transportation

Transfix

Series F in 2023
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.

JOKR

Series D in 2023
JOKR is a global last-mile delivery platform focused on providing a fast, personalized, and sustainable shopping experience for essential grocery and convenience products. By utilizing a network of micro-fulfillment centers, JOKR enables customers to receive their orders within minutes or at a scheduled time, enhancing the overall shopping experience and saving valuable time. The company emphasizes sustainability by aiming to reduce food waste and promote responsible consumption. Operating primarily in the Brazilian market under the brand "DAKI," JOKR has established a presence in major cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The company has attracted significant investment from notable firms, achieving a valuation of 1.3 billion dollars as of February 2023, solidifying its status as a unicorn since December 2021.

JOKR

Series C in 2023
JOKR is a global last-mile delivery platform focused on providing a fast, personalized, and sustainable shopping experience for essential grocery and convenience products. By utilizing a network of micro-fulfillment centers, JOKR enables customers to receive their orders within minutes or at a scheduled time, enhancing the overall shopping experience and saving valuable time. The company emphasizes sustainability by aiming to reduce food waste and promote responsible consumption. Operating primarily in the Brazilian market under the brand "DAKI," JOKR has established a presence in major cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The company has attracted significant investment from notable firms, achieving a valuation of 1.3 billion dollars as of February 2023, solidifying its status as a unicorn since December 2021.

Forto

Series D in 2022
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Originally named FreightHub, the company rebranded in April 2020 and has developed a digital logistics platform that simplifies the management of international shipping, including FCL and LCL shipments, as well as air freight services. This user-friendly interface allows customers to optimize their global supply chain processes by providing real-time quotes, online booking, and digital freight tracking. With over 2,000 clients and a workforce exceeding 200 employees, Forto aims to enhance global trade and promote sustainability through its innovative logistics technology. The company operates nine global offices, emphasizing efficiency and transparency in logistics management.

Bolt

Series F in 2022
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

JOKR

Series B in 2021
JOKR is a global last-mile delivery platform focused on providing a fast, personalized, and sustainable shopping experience for essential grocery and convenience products. By utilizing a network of micro-fulfillment centers, JOKR enables customers to receive their orders within minutes or at a scheduled time, enhancing the overall shopping experience and saving valuable time. The company emphasizes sustainability by aiming to reduce food waste and promote responsible consumption. Operating primarily in the Brazilian market under the brand "DAKI," JOKR has established a presence in major cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. The company has attracted significant investment from notable firms, achieving a valuation of 1.3 billion dollars as of February 2023, solidifying its status as a unicorn since December 2021.

Bolt

Series E in 2021
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

Forto

Series C in 2021
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Originally named FreightHub, the company rebranded in April 2020 and has developed a digital logistics platform that simplifies the management of international shipping, including FCL and LCL shipments, as well as air freight services. This user-friendly interface allows customers to optimize their global supply chain processes by providing real-time quotes, online booking, and digital freight tracking. With over 2,000 clients and a workforce exceeding 200 employees, Forto aims to enhance global trade and promote sustainability through its innovative logistics technology. The company operates nine global offices, emphasizing efficiency and transparency in logistics management.

Omio

Venture Round in 2020
Omio is a travel platform founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. It allows users to compare, plan, and book various modes of travel, including trains, buses, flights, and hotels. The platform features a multi-mode search tool that helps travelers explore different route options by integrating diverse data sources, making it easier to visualize and compare costs and travel times. Omio does not include urban public transport options but focuses on long-distance travel planning. The service aims to provide a simple, flexible, and personalized experience for travel enthusiasts, facilitating real-time price comparisons and bookings based on users' preferred dates and locations.

Convoy

Series D in 2019
Convoy, Inc. operates an online marketplace that provides digital freight network services, enabling users to book local and regional trucks on demand for transporting goods, ranging from single pallets to full truckloads. The company offers a mobile application that features real-time shipment tracking, status updates, and ensures on-time deliveries. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, Convoy aims to enhance efficiency in the trucking industry, which is valued at $800 billion and is responsible for significant carbon emissions from empty trucks. By utilizing technology and data, Convoy addresses issues of waste and inefficiency, ultimately saving money for shippers, increasing earnings for drivers, and reducing carbon waste. The platform facilitates instant quotations, online bookings, automated loading suggestions, and online payments, all of which contribute to improved operational efficiency and cost reduction for clients.

Bolt

Series C in 2019
Bolt is the first European app with a mission to make cities for people, not cars. Bolt has 100 million customers in 45 countries across Europe and Africa. The company challenges personal car ownership, offering better alternatives for every use case, including ride-hailing, shared cars and scooters, and food and grocery delivery. Bolt was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.

Flexport

Series D in 2019
Flexport, Inc. is a global freight forwarder and logistics platform that offers online customs brokerage and freight forwarding services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a comprehensive online dashboard that allows businesses to understand, purchase, manage, and track essential services for global trade. Flexport's offerings include customs brokerage, which encompasses customs clearances, bonds, product classification, and government filings, as well as freight forwarding services such as ocean, air, and road transport. The company also delivers supply chain solutions, including cargo insurance, quality inspections, warehousing, fulfillment, product sourcing, and trade finance. By leveraging modern software, Flexport aims to enhance the user experience in global trade, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to fulfillment centers.

Transfix

Series D in 2018
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.

Uber

Series G in 2017
Uber is a technology company that revolutionizes transportation by connecting riders with drivers through its mobile application. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the United States, Uber operates in over 300 cities globally, making urban travel more accessible. The platform allows users to submit trip requests, which are efficiently routed to available drivers, thus enhancing the convenience of transportation. In addition to its core ridesharing services, Uber is also investing in advanced technologies, including autonomous vehicles through its subsidiary, Uber Advanced Technologies Group. This division aims to develop safe and reliable self-driving transportation solutions. Furthermore, Uber Elevate is working to establish the framework for aerial ridesharing, collaborating with various stakeholders to envision the future of air travel. Through these initiatives, Uber continues to expand its service offerings and redefine mobility in urban environments.

DUFL

Convertible Note in 2015
DUFL, Inc. is a travel service company based in Tempe, Arizona, that caters to business travelers by offering a comprehensive mobile application designed for baggage packing and shipping. The platform allows users to store their clothing and sports equipment in a virtual closet, facilitating a bag-free travel experience. Travelers can select their clothing items through the app and have them cleaned and delivered to their destination, ensuring that they arrive with freshly laundered attire. Upon returning from their trip, users can schedule a pickup for their clothing, which will be cleaned and stored for future use. Established in 2014, DUFL aims to simplify the complexities of business travel by managing the logistics of packing, cleaning, and shipping clothing and equipment.

Lyft

Series E in 2015
Lyft is a transportation company that operates a mobile application designed to connect drivers with passengers seeking rides. Founded in 2013, it has become the second-largest ride-sharing service provider in the United States and Canada. The Lyft app allows users to request various types of rides, including private, shared, and luxury options, while also facilitating payment. In addition to ride-sharing, Lyft has expanded its services to include bike and scooter-sharing, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The company primarily focuses on serving college, university, and corporate communities, and it enables riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.
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