Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture investment syndicate founded in 2014 and based in Burlington, Vermont, dedicated to supporting the LGBT+ community and its allies. The organization invests in companies led by LGBT+ founders and executives at all stages of development, as well as in established firms committed to enhancing their diversity and inclusivity. With a global portfolio comprising over 130 companies and $70 million in investment capital deployed, Gaingels plays a vital role in fostering an inclusive business environment. Additionally, the Gaingels network actively assists its portfolio companies in identifying and recruiting diverse talent for their leadership teams, while cultivating a vibrant community of industry leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs committed to driving positive social change through business initiatives.

Marc Baum

Investor

Jesse Curran

Principal

Ashley Flucas

Venture Partner

Rachael Foo

Investor

Todd Havill

Research Operations and Principal, Investment

Surya Jayaweera

Angel Investor

Jennifer Jeronimo

CEO and General Partner

Chris Leiter

Venture Partner and Investor

Jake Prigoff

General Partner

Alexandra Tanner

Investor

Past deals in Eastern US

1up

Seed Round in 2025
1up, based in New York City, provides an AI-driven platform designed to streamline the sales process by enabling teams to quickly answer sales questions, respond to RFPs, and complete security questionnaires. With over $8 million in funding, 1up is utilized by prominent companies like WalkMe, Gladly, and Deliveroo, enhancing their sales efficiency significantly. The platform also offers competitive intelligence capabilities, allowing organizations to gather insights on competitors’ activities, thereby reducing manual efforts across product, sales, and marketing teams. This functionality not only accelerates the sales cycle but also positions companies to secure competitive deals more effectively.

ByHeart

Venture Round in 2024
ByHeart operates as a fully integrated infant nutrition company. It is dedicated to translating leading nutrition science and breastmilk research into evolved foods and formulas to support babies’ health and parents’ peace of mind. Its products strive to be next to nature made from hand-picked ingredients using small-batch blending and sit at the forefront of immune, microbiome, cognitive, and digestive health. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in New York.

Summer​

Venture Round in 2024
Summer combines innovative technology and policy expertise to serve student loan borrowers. The company's platform provides resources including a personalized loan payment dashboard, payment notifications, student loan policy updates, and customized repayment plans, enabling student borrowers to take control of their loans and save money while repaying. Summer was established in 2017 in New York by Will Sealy.

Ezra AI

Series B in 2024
Ezra AI, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence technology-based investigational devices aimed at early cancer detection. The company utilizes full-body MRI scans enhanced by AI to innovate cancer screening methods. Its initial product, an AI software designed to assist radiologists in interpreting prostate MRI images, has received FDA clearance as a medical device. Founded in 2017, Ezra AI is headquartered in New York, New York, and primarily serves customers in New York and California.

Parsley Health

Venture Round in 2024
Parsley Health, Inc. offers personalized holistic healthcare services focused on addressing the root causes of diseases. By considering patients' personal histories, lifestyles, environments, and genetic factors, the company creates comprehensive health regimens that may include dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, stress management techniques, supplements, botanical medicines, and prescription drugs. Their services encompass functional medicine assessments, personalized nutrition consultations, health coaching, specialized testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and online access to labs and medical records. Parsley Health also provides various diagnostic tests and sells health-related products online. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Robin Berzin, M.D., the company operates clinics in New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, integrating technology with wellness and preventive care to offer a subscription-based model that emphasizes chronic disease management and personalized treatment.

Lex

Seed Round in 2023
Lex is a mobile application that provides a text-based social platform specifically designed for womxn, transgender, genderqueer, two spirit, and non-binary individuals seeking to form meaningful connections. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, the app allows users to create profiles, post pictures, and engage in group chats, fostering communities and facilitating the search for friends and romantic partners. By focusing on underrepresented demographics, Lex aims to create a safe and inclusive space for users to connect and build relationships.

Summer​

Series A in 2023
Summer combines innovative technology and policy expertise to serve student loan borrowers. The company's platform provides resources including a personalized loan payment dashboard, payment notifications, student loan policy updates, and customized repayment plans, enabling student borrowers to take control of their loans and save money while repaying. Summer was established in 2017 in New York by Will Sealy.

Galileo

Venture Round in 2023
Galileo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing healthcare solutions through a mobile application, enabling direct access to clinical care and expertise via smartphones. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates communication between healthcare providers and patients using advanced telecommunications technologies. Galileo delivers high-touch, data-driven, multi-specialty care to a diverse patient population, offering services over the phone and in various settings. The company is recognized by regional and national health plans, employers, and major corporations for its effectiveness in enhancing population health. Galileo's mission is to address complex healthcare challenges and foster closer connections between patients and providers.

OneRoof

Seed Round in 2023
OneRoof connects people living in the same building to form a resourceful, fun, and supportive neighbor community. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Avisi Technologies

Seed Round in 2022
Avisi Technologies Inc. is a company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that focuses on developing innovative solutions for glaucoma treatment. Founded in 2017, the company has created VisiPlate, a next-generation aqueous shunt that utilizes nanotechnology to provide a defense against blindness caused by glaucoma. This advanced technology aims to improve the effectiveness of glaucoma treatments and enhance patient outcomes.

Juno Medical

Series A in 2022
Juno Care is a whole-family healthcare platform that provides modern open-access care for the entire family’s day-to-day needs, including pediatrics, women’s health, adult primary care, and same-day services. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in New York, New York, United States.

ThriveFantasy

Series B in 2022
ThriveFantasy is a daily fantasy sports and esports platform founded in 2016 and based in New York, United States. The platform specializes in prop bets that allow users to engage with top-tier athletes across various sports through a questionnaire format. This approach is designed to enhance the experience for casual users by simplifying the betting process while providing opportunities to win awards. ThriveFantasy aims to democratize fantasy sports, making it more accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience.

CAMP4 Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
CAMP4 Therapeutics Corporation, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in bioinformatics and gene regulation circuitry. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a 4-D gene circuitry platform that translates the activation of the human genome's 24,000 genes into a set of combinatorial rules based on existing signaling pathways. This innovative approach allows CAMP4 to control gene expression effectively, addressing the root causes of diseases. By leveraging this gene circuitry code, the company aims to expedite the drug development process, significantly reducing both time and risk associated with bringing new treatments to patients.

Assembly OSM

Series A in 2022
Assembly OSM Inc., established in 2020 and headquartered in New York, specializes in the design and construction of architecturally distinctive high-rise buildings. The company employs innovative building systems that enhance both the aesthetics and performance of their structures while utilizing sustainable materials. Assembly OSM's approach allows for a diverse range of projects, including hotels, healthcare facilities, and office complexes, providing clients with significant advantages in terms of reduced time to completion and greater cost and schedule certainty compared to traditional construction methods. By prioritizing flexibility and efficiency in their operations, Assembly OSM aims to transform the building delivery process.

Teal

Seed Round in 2022
Teal is a career guidance platform that assists professionals in building meaningful careers. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, the company offers a range of services including resume consultations, job listing searches, and application tracking. Teal enables users to create, manage, and customize multiple versions of their resumes, facilitating tailored applications for various job opportunities. Additionally, the platform provides email and chat-based career assistance, group coaching, accountability support, and access to virtual networking events. Users can participate in weekly community events and utilize an extensive library of career content, templates, and growth-oriented video resources. Teal aims to empower individuals in their career journeys by providing essential tools, support, and a collaborative community.

MindRight Health

Seed Round in 2022
MindRight Health, Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Newark, New Jersey, offers mental health coaching through text messaging to support communities in overcoming trauma. The company aims to enhance health equity by providing accessible and inclusive mental health care, particularly for communities of color and low-income families. MindRight partners with healthcare payers and providers to deliver culturally-responsive coaching, ensuring that members receive support seven days a week throughout the year. By matching users with specific coaches based on their profiles, MindRight creates a continuum of nonclinical support tailored to youth who may avoid traditional clinical services due to stigma and accessibility issues. Additionally, the company supplies partners with real-time data on mental health needs within the community, helping to anticipate and prevent potential mental health crises.

Torigen Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2022
Torigen Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to advancing cancer care for companion animals through innovative treatment options. Founded in 2013 and based in Farmington, Connecticut, the company focuses on developing immunotherapy solutions, particularly an experimental autologous cancer vaccine. This vaccine aims to activate the immune system to target specific tumor-associated antigens present on cancer cells, allowing for more effective detection and treatment of tumors. By providing alternatives to traditional, invasive methods such as surgeries and chemotherapy, Torigen seeks to improve the quality of life for pets facing cancer. The company builds on years of scientific research and is committed to pushing the boundaries of veterinary oncology.

Rubik

Seed Round in 2022
Rubik, Inc. is an AI-powered platform that specializes in providing real estate investors with comprehensive research and analytics on both on-market and off-market properties. Incorporated in 2017 and based in New York, the company utilizes machine learning to deliver financial data on single-family homes. Rubik's technology streamlines the property acquisition process, allowing investors to quickly identify properties that fit their investment criteria, assess potential renovations for optimizing returns, and evaluate associated risks. This digital approach enables clients to easily source properties and secure contracts with minimal effort, enhancing efficiency in the real estate investment landscape.

Accern

Series B in 2022
Accern Corporation, based in New York, develops a web surveillance software platform specializing in natural language processing (NLP) solutions tailored for various industries, including financial services and government. Founded in 2014, the company offers a no-code workflow that allows enterprises to automate research and data analysis processes, leveraging over 50,000 classification models and access to billions of rows of public data. Accern's technology enhances operational efficiency and is utilized by hedge funds, asset managers, and equity researchers. The company has formed partnerships with prominent organizations and has been recognized in industry reports, including Gartner's Hype Cycle for Data Science, Machine Learning, and Emerging Technologies in Banking. Accern has attracted significant investment, raising $40 million from various institutional investors, underscoring its position as an innovative leader in the NLP space.

Strivr

Series B in 2022
Strivr is a company that specializes in virtual reality solutions aimed at transforming employee training and development. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey, Strivr utilizes immersive technology to simulate real-world scenarios, enhancing the learning experience for employees across various industries. By focusing on customer experience and athlete performance, Strivr's platform allows organizations to effectively train their workforce in a way that promotes skill retention and application in real-life situations. This innovative approach supports companies in their growth by improving employee performance and engagement through tailored training programs.

Ellevest

Series B in 2022
Ellevest, Inc. is an investment management firm founded in 2014 and based in New York City, focusing primarily on providing financial services to women. The firm manages customized client portfolios across various asset classes globally, employing fundamental analysis and a top-down approach in its investment strategy. Ellevest has developed a digital investment platform that offers a personalized experience, utilizing proprietary algorithms tailored to women's financial needs, including salary peaks and goal-specific portfolios. This platform aims to empower female investors by helping them take control of their investments and achieve their financial goals through a user-friendly interface and thoughtful portfolio construction.

AlphaFlow

Convertible Note in 2022
AlphaFlow, Inc. operates an online investment platform focused on real estate assets, providing professionally managed portfolios of real estate loans primarily for institutional investors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in New York, AlphaFlow collaborates with residential real estate lenders nationwide, underwriting loans based on over 50 criteria. By employing best practices in investment management, such as diversification and institutional-quality data analytics, AlphaFlow automates these processes to deliver a more accessible and efficient investment experience. This approach allows investors to build diversified portfolios across multiple states while avoiding the high fees and minimum investments typically associated with traditional real estate investing.

Capchase

Series B in 2022
Capchase Inc. is a fintech company that specializes in providing financing solutions for Software as a Service (SaaS) businesses by unlocking cash tied up in future monthly payments. Founded in 2020 and based in New York, Capchase utilizes proprietary underwriting algorithms to evaluate the quality of contracts and extend lines of debt to its clients. Its platform allows SaaS companies to receive upfront payments for their services while offering flexible repayment options, such as monthly or quarterly payments. This approach enables clients to accelerate their growth without incurring dilution or relying on costly financing methods.

Paerpay

Seed Round in 2022
Paerpay is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that provides a contactless payment solution for merchants across the United States. The company offers an application that allows users to scan a code at their table to create a new bill or connect to an existing one, facilitating payments, splitting costs, tipping, and managing bills seamlessly. This service eliminates the need for merchants to change their point-of-sale systems or payment processors, and it does not require customers to download any additional applications. Paerpay aims to enhance the dining experience by providing a simple and efficient way for patrons to handle their transactions.

Drink Barcode

Seed Round in 2022
Drink Barcode is a plant-based and adaptogen-powered beverage that works with the body to keep the entire self at full potential. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont.

EasyKnock

Series C in 2022
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company that specializes in providing sale-leaseback programs for homeowners in the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina, EasyKnock offers innovative solutions like Sell and Stay, which allows homeowners to access their home equity without relocating, and MoveAbility, designed for those planning a near-term move. These programs enable homeowners to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional bank loans or refinancing, providing them with financial flexibility and time. By facilitating this unique approach to homeownership, EasyKnock aims to empower homeowners and help them achieve their financial goals.

LEX Markets

Series A in 2022
LEX Markets Corp. operates an online marketplace dedicated to commercial real estate securities, allowing users to search, buy, and sell shares of individual properties. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, the company facilitates the process of taking commercial buildings public through single-asset initial public offerings (IPOs). LEX Markets caters to both accredited and non-accredited investors, enabling transactions with a minimum investment of $250 and without lockup periods. The platform leverages technology from Nasdaq, ensuring robust trading features and performance comparable to major global markets.

Petal

Series D in 2022
Petal is a credit card company that is built to help people financially succeed. It aims to make credit honest, simple, and accessible. The company uses machine learning to analyze a customer’s full digital financial record—not just their credit score. Petal has pioneered cash flow underwriting, as an alternative to credit scores, to make credit more accessible, and offers a simple, modern digital experience that encourages members to build credit, avoid debt, and spend responsibly. Petal is based in New York, New York, and Richmond, Virginia. The Petal credit card is issued by WebBank, Member FDIC.

Andie

Series B in 2021
Andie Co. is an online retailer specializing in women's swimwear, founded in 2016 and based in New York, New York. The company designs and manufactures a range of products, including one-piece and two-piece swimsuits, as well as accessories and gift cards. By operating as a direct-to-consumer brand, Andie eliminates retail middlemen, allowing women to purchase designer-quality swimwear at accessible prices. The eCommerce platform enables customers to try on swimsuits at home, ensuring they can find the right fit. With a focus on high-design and luxurious materials, Andie aims to provide a compelling alternative to traditional options in the swimwear market, catering to women's needs for both style and affordability.

NewtonX

Series B in 2021
NewtonX, Inc. is a B2B research company based in New York, founded in 2016. It operates an online marketplace that connects professional services firms and financial institutions to verified senior professionals across various industries. Utilizing an advanced AI-driven algorithm known as the NewtonX Graph, the company custom recruits audiences tailored to specific business inquiries from a network of over 1.1 billion professionals. NewtonX provides decision-quality data through large-scale quantitative surveys, qualitative interviews, long-term consultations, and personalized research plans. Its platform, NewtonX Prime, offers clients instant access to expert surveys and transcripts, empowering businesses to make informed decisions. The company collaborates with Fortune 500 companies, top consultancies, and investors to enhance the standard of B2B insights.

Elude

Seed Round in 2021
Elude is a travel technology company founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in developing an automatic search engine that allows users to discover travel destinations based on their budget and available time off. By inputting their financial constraints and travel dates, users can explore various cities worldwide that fit their criteria. Elude also offers the functionality to book flights and hotel packages, providing a streamlined experience for budget-conscious travelers. The platform aims to enhance market transparency in the travel industry, simplifying the process of finding affordable travel options.

Statespace

Series C in 2021
StateSpace provides performance analytics and a suite of tools for casual gamers and esports athletes to maximize their potential. It uses cognitive science and artificial intelligence to revolutionize the way humans improve. Leveraging expertise as neuroscientists, data scientists, video game developers, and computer visionaries, the products bring much needed standardized performance analytics to train.It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

CookUnity

Series B in 2021
CookUnity LLC is a personalized meal subscription platform that connects independent chefs with food enthusiasts. Founded in 2015 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers a service that allows customers to customize their meals from a diverse selection of fully prepared dishes made with sustainably sourced ingredients and seasonal produce. The platform caters to busy individuals seeking healthy dining options, enabling them to order handcrafted meals that are delivered directly to their doorsteps. Chefs curate a rotating menu based on seasonal ingredients, ensuring a fresh and varied dining experience for subscribers.

Odeko

Series B in 2021
Odeko, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2019 that offers an inventory management and operations platform tailored for coffee retailers, including cafes, bakeries, and coffee shops. The software assists small business owners in managing inventory, order fulfillment, and customer engagement through features like inventory tracking, sales reporting, and supply chain management. By utilizing data analytics and artificial intelligence, Odeko's platform helps businesses reduce waste, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making. The integration of various payment systems and delivery services further contributes to a seamless experience for both business owners and their customers, enabling independent coffee shops to improve productivity and increase sales.

Esper

Series A in 2021
Esper is a developer of a policy collaboration platform that assists government agencies in managing public policy effectively. The company's software enables officials to integrate and transform policy data into actionable insights, promoting transparent and data-driven decision-making. By streamlining internal workflows, Esper helps create a comprehensive infrastructure that supports the entire policymaking lifecycle. The company has established partnerships with various government entities, including the New York City Police Department, Washington Department of Health, and California State Treasurer’s Office. With a workforce of over 30 employees, Esper has successfully secured over $14 million in funding to enhance its offerings and expand its reach in the public sector.

Scopio

Venture Round in 2021
Scopio, LLC is an image search engine and licensing platform that connects photographers and visual artists with businesses, brands, and organizations seeking visual content. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, Scopio specializes in user-generated images and videos sourced from social media. The platform allows users to license photographs with customizable messages and build libraries of content, while also streamlining the copyright process for these images. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Scopio enhances accessibility for diverse artists from around the world, enabling them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients. Scopio aims to create the largest repository of visual talent, allowing users to easily search, license, and utilize creative content.

ByHeart

Series B in 2021
ByHeart operates as a fully integrated infant nutrition company. It is dedicated to translating leading nutrition science and breastmilk research into evolved foods and formulas to support babies’ health and parents’ peace of mind. Its products strive to be next to nature made from hand-picked ingredients using small-batch blending and sit at the forefront of immune, microbiome, cognitive, and digestive health. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in New York.

Tiny Organics

Series A in 2021
Tiny Organics Inc. is a technology-driven company dedicated to providing personalized nutrition for babies and toddlers. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, it focuses on creating a healthier generation of adventurous eaters by offering a wide range of organic, vegetable-first meals. These meals are crafted by neonatal nutritionists and chefs, ensuring they are nutrient-rich and suitable for developmental milestones. Tiny Organics allows parents to easily select meals through an online quiz, with products delivered directly to their homes. Each meal is 100% organic, contains no added sugar or salt, and is designed to provide a maximum of 5 grams of natural sugars per serving. The company has gained recognition in prominent publications and has attracted investments from notable figures in the industry.

Qwoted

Seed Round in 2021
Qwoted LLC operates a platform that facilitates connections between journalists and subject matter experts, enhancing the storytelling process. Based in New York, Qwoted offers a free service where journalists can pose questions, review pitches, and manage conversations within a private network. The platform assists reporters in accessing expert sources, which leads to improved coverage and efficiency in their work. Additionally, Qwoted provides tools for users to monitor their audience, assess the reach of their articles, and measure their impact through a personalized profile. Public relations professionals and self-representing sources can also leverage Qwoted to effectively pitch to journalists, streamlining communication in the media landscape.

Embroker

Series C in 2021
Embroker is the easiest way to intelligently ensure any business. By pairing technology and broker expertise, Embroker helps growing businesses save time and find the best value on the right coverage. As the leading digital insurance brokerage, Embroker is working to massively improve the $800 billion property and casualty (P&C) insurance market. Headquartered in San Francisco, we have offices in Chicago and Boston and customers in all 50 states.

Yieldstreet

Series C in 2021
Yieldstreet is a management platform that provides retail investors access to income-generating investment products. Founded in 2015, It gives individuals access to alternative investments that have traditionally been off-limits to the average investor. With over $2.5 billion invested across multiple asset classes, Yieldstreet is changing the way people generate passive income by lowering and removing the barriers that historically kept these lucrative opportunities far out of reach. In 2013, founders Milind Mehere and Michael Weisz were frustrated that many investment strategies were typically reserved only for institutions and the ultra-wealthy. Typically, the average investor was left to choose between the stock market and bonds with falling yields - with few options in between. Asset-based investments had longer hold periods and a higher barrier of entry, keeping them well out of reach of accredited investors — even more so for unaccredited investors. As a result, they decided to leverage the growing fintech disruption to give more people access to these previously restricted alternative investments. Milind’s background in building companies combined with Michael’s decade-plus experience in investing and fund management formed the core of Yieldstreet. Passion for their investors and employees as well as a willing embrace of innovation, has been part of Yieldstreet’s identity from the beginning. Each decision to leverage a new technology, or investment strategy, or originate a new deal is made to put investors first. That drive has propelled Yieldstreet across all 50 states, crossing $100M invested in less than eight quarters, with the $1B milestone coming only three years later. In 2019, Yieldstreet’s membership had grown to 100,000, and a savings account for members was launched. Yieldstreet, since its launch in 2015, has not deviated from its goal to change investing for the better, nor has it slowed down. Yieldstreet was ranked number 46 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies and has been recognized by Built In as one of the Best Places to Work. Yieldstreet today delivers wealth generation options and alternative investments for more than 330,000 investors and has returned more than $1.3 billion in principal/interest. Many alternative investment platforms only focus on one asset class, such as real estate or art. Yieldstreet’s offerings, accessed through cash or a low-fee IRA, cover a wide range of asset classes — art, real estate, legal, corporates, consumer, and commercial, via single investments or funds. Yieldstreet also offers its members short-term notes on offerings with a hold period between 3 and 6 months, which generally boast higher interest rates than money markets and CDs. Yieldstreet is headquartered in New York and has offices in Brazil, Greece, and Malta. Michael Weisz serves as President and Milind Mehere serves as CEO. Together, they manage a team of more than 140 employees, all working toward Yieldstreet’s one goal: to change the way people invest for the better.

Bowery Farming

Series C in 2021
Bowery Farming Inc. is a modern farming company based in New York that specializes in post-organic produce, offering products such as baby kale, lettuce, arugula, and basil. Founded in 2014, Bowery aims to revolutionize agriculture by using technology to create ideal indoor farming conditions. Its proprietary software, BoweryOS, integrates vision systems, automation, and machine learning to monitor and optimize plant growth continuously. This controlled environment allows Bowery to produce food using zero pesticides and 95% less water, achieving over 100 times the productivity of traditional farming on the same land footprint. Bowery's produce is available in select grocery stores, including Whole Foods and Foragers, and is featured on the menus of renowned restaurants in New York.

Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2021
Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a preclinical biotechnology company based in New York that specializes in developing novel psychotropic drugs aimed at treating mental illnesses. Established in 2019, the company focuses on creating innovative compounds that enhance the therapeutic benefits of classic psychedelics while improving safety, tolerability, duration, and efficacy. Gilgamesh addresses the growing global mental health crisis by providing treatments for various neuropsychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and stress-related issues. Through a combination of medicinal chemistry and drug development expertise, the company aims to accelerate the availability of effective therapies, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from central nervous system disorders.

UrbanStems

Series C in 2021
UrbanStems Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in on-demand flower delivery services. Founded in 2014, it offers fresh flowers and seasonal stems tailored for various occasions, including handcrafted bouquets for businesses and personal gifts. The company emphasizes a thoughtful gifting experience by providing personalized notes and care instructions with each delivery. UrbanStems also features a subscription service for regular flower deliveries, ensuring convenience for its customers. Its services are available through an online portal and a mobile application, catering to customers in cities such as New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The company is committed to delivering quality floral arrangements promptly, often within minutes of order placement, and includes free shipping with every delivery.

Crayon

Series B in 2021
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.

Ergatta

Series A in 2021
Ergatta, Inc. is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, that develops and sells a digital rowing machine designed to enhance the home fitness experience. Founded in 2018, Ergatta combines technology and design to create a competitive, personalized full-body workout through an engaging game-based interface. The company's mission is to make regular fitness routines more accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience, providing a stimulating alternative to traditional exercise methods. Ergatta's products are available for purchase online, emphasizing convenience and motivation to encourage users to challenge themselves continuously.

RippleMatch

Venture Round in 2021
RippleMatch Inc. is an online recruiting service founded in 2015 and based in New York, New York. The company specializes in recruitment automation, transforming how Gen Z job seekers connect with potential employers. By replacing traditional job boards with a matching platform powered by artificial intelligence, RippleMatch streamlines the recruitment process for both candidates and employers, alleviating time-consuming tasks. Its services are utilized by prominent employers such as Amazon and eBay to foster diverse and high-performing teams. The platform assists early-career candidates in finding job opportunities after college, while also enabling employers to cultivate relationships with top students on college campuses. Through this innovative approach, RippleMatch is reshaping the landscape of job searching and recruitment for the next generation.

Bansho

Seed Round in 2021
Bansho is a New York City-based company founded in 2020 that offers a live learning platform designed to enhance children's educational experiences and assist busy parents. The platform connects families with a vetted network of educators, learning coaches, and content creators, allowing parents to customize their children's learning preferences. Bansho provides access to diverse educational materials, including text, video, and audio messaging, as well as insights to help parents monitor their children's progress. This approach not only boosts children's confidence in learning but also empowers parents to actively participate in their educational journey.

Density

Venture Round in 2021
Density Inc. develops innovative sensors and a Sensor-as-a-Service platform that measure and manage foot traffic in various environments. By employing proprietary depth sensors and deep learning algorithms, Density provides real-time and historical data on how people utilize spaces, ensuring privacy by avoiding the capture of personally identifiable information. The company's products are applicable in diverse settings, including corporate offices, educational institutions, and public facilities like stadiums and churches. Through its Density API and Occupancy Analytics Platform, organizations can enhance operational efficiency and improve occupant experiences. Founded in 2014, Density is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York City and Syracuse, New York.

Bizly

Seed Round in 2021
Bizly, Inc. is an enterprise meetings management platform that offers an automated solution for organizing hybrid meetings. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, the company operates a website and mobile application that enables professionals to find and book elevated hotel experiences, private meeting rooms, and co-working spaces. Bizly's innovative playbook system streamlines the meeting process by automating invitations, attendee management, venue booking, and integrating hybrid and virtual technology solutions. The platform is designed to enhance visibility into spending and savings related to small meetings, providing a structured approach with designated roles for team members involved in the planning process. Serving users globally, Bizly caters to a range of clients, including many Fortune 500 companies.

Cabinet Health

Seed Round in 2021
Cabinet Health is a sustainable healthcare company based in New York, established in 2018. It specializes in over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and dietary supplements, offering a range of over 30 products with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and personalized care. The company focuses on innovative packaging solutions, including refillable medicine bottles and compostable medicine pouches made from a blend of wood cellulose and sealants. These products are designed to keep medicines fresh and safe while reducing environmental impact.

Jetty

Series B in 2021
Jetty Insurance Agency LLC, founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, provides property and casualty insurance products with a focus on the real estate sector. The company aims to simplify the leasing process and enhance conversion rates for property managers while making renting more affordable and accessible for residents. Jetty's innovative platform helps property managers reduce bad debt and streamline operations, ultimately lowering the financial barriers for renters and saving them significant move-in costs.

Dock Health

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Dock Health is a HIPAA compliant task management and collaboration platform designed for healthcare. The company is focused on solving some of the most pressing issues in healthcare by making communication and collaboration easier through thoughtful design and simplicity. Dock is on a mission to solve the workflow challenges and inefficiencies for clinicians and their teams. Dock Health hopes to improve patient care by giving medical teams a reliable and secure system to ensure the work gets done. Founded in 2016, Dock Health is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Pico

Venture Round in 2021
Pico is a software company that specializes in audience relationship management solutions for online businesses. Established in 2016 and headquartered in New York, it provides a comprehensive platform that includes pre-made templates and features like integrated Facebook and Google sign-in buttons. Pico's offerings cater to various sectors, including newsletters, e-commerce, subscriptions, memberships, and donations. The company aims to empower creators and small business entrepreneurs by equipping them with tools and insights necessary for transforming their social media audiences into viable business opportunities.

Wally Health

Seed Round in 2020
Wally Health is a membership-based dental care experience that provides dental cleanings and preventative care for everyone. For just $199 a year, its membership provides unlimited cleanings and check-ups both virtually and at its studios. Tyler Burnett, Stipe Latkovic, and Chelsea Patel co-founded Wally Health in 2020.

Jackpocket

Series C in 2020
Jackpocket, Inc. is a mobile application developer based in New York, established in 2013, that offers a convenient and responsible way for users to participate in state lotteries. The licensed third-party lottery courier app allows users to purchase official lottery tickets, check results, and join lottery pools to enhance their odds of winning. Additionally, users can set up alerts for winnings and enable autoplay for a more streamlined experience. Since its inception, Jackpocket has facilitated over $450 million in lottery prizes, including a significant $9.4 million win in New Jersey, marking a milestone in mobile gaming. The app is available in multiple states and territories, including New York, Texas, and Colorado, with plans to expand further.

Thirty Madison

Series B in 2020
Thirty Madison, Inc. is a digital health company based in Astoria, New York, that operates web-based platforms tailored to patients with chronic conditions. Founded in 2016, the company offers a range of specialized healthcare brands, including Keeps for men’s hair loss, Cove for migraines, Picnic for allergies, Facet for skin conditions, and NURX for sexual health. Each brand is designed to provide personalized treatments and care, addressing the unique needs of its community. By focusing on specific ongoing conditions, Thirty Madison seeks to empower individuals through accessible and effective healthcare solutions, facilitating exceptional outcomes for patients over a lifetime of care.

Phosphorus

Venture Round in 2020
Phosphorus, Inc. is a clinical genetic testing company that specializes in developing diagnostic kits to identify inherited risks for various diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and vision loss. The company's offerings include PhosphorusONE, a genetic testing kit, along with specialized tests such as HeartMap for hereditary heart conditions and LipidMap for hereditary high cholesterol. Phosphorus also provides panel-based genetic testing across multiple medical fields, including fertility, cardiology, oncology, and neurology, as well as a COVID-19 saliva testing kit. The company utilizes next-generation sequencing technology to ensure high-quality, actionable results and operates a CLIA and CAP certified laboratory, allowing it to conduct tests in all 50 states. Additionally, Phosphorus offers a software platform called Element for managing genetic test data and provides research services. The company, founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, New York, sells its products online and partners with healthcare providers and hospitals to enhance the integration of genetics in medical care.

Hungry

Series B in 2020
Hungry Marketplace Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based platform that connects independent chefs with businesses seeking high-quality catered meals. Founded by Eman Pahlavani, Shy Pahlevani, and Jeff Grass, the company aims to revolutionize the $60 billion business and events catering market by offering a diverse range of curated menus from local chefs. Hungry's platform facilitates the ordering of office lunches and other meal services. The company is committed to community welfare through its 'Fight Against Hunger' initiative, which donates one meal for every two purchased, and its 'WeRecycle' program, which emphasizes environmental sustainability by using biodegradable serving materials. With operations expanding rapidly in cities such as Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, and New York City, Hungry aims to broaden its reach to a total of 23 U.S. cities by the end of 2021.

Lessonbee

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lessonbee Inc. is an online learning platform focused on health and wellness education for students in grades K-12. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mount Vernon, New York, the company provides a cloud-based reflective learning system that includes adaptive lessons and a shared content library. This platform allows educators to access current and relevant educational content, manage student assignments, and foster engagement through regular reflection. Lessonbee emphasizes culturally responsive and medically accurate health education, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to promote healthy living. Additionally, it utilizes proprietary analytics to assess student health goals and school climate, recommending tailored content from a diverse library of self-paced classes, adaptive courses, and video-based lessons that align with state and national health education standards. The platform aims to enhance personalized health education and support social-emotional learning for students both at home and in school.

Aiera

Series A in 2020
Aiera, Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a platform for research automation and insights tailored for institutional investors. Founded in 2017, Aiera utilizes adaptive deep learning and advanced linguistics to enhance fundamental investment strategies. Its platform provides real-time analysis of individual equities, industry categories, and investor themes, allowing users to automatically monitor public earnings calls, broker research, media, SEC filings, and other relevant events. Aiera's solutions include features such as real-time alerts for buy, sell, or hold recommendations, target prices on equities and crypto assets, and automation tools that streamline workflows and enhance data utilization. The platform aims to empower investment managers by offering intelligent indicators and predictive modeling capabilities, enabling them to make informed decisions based on comprehensive financial insights.

Excision BioTherapeutics

Venture Round in 2019
Excision BioTherapeutics Inc. is a life science company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2015. The company specializes in developing gene editing therapeutics aimed at treating life-threatening diseases caused by neurotropic viruses. Utilizing CRISPR-based technology, Excision BioTherapeutics focuses on creating advanced gene-editing medicines that can eradicate or disrupt viral genes in human patients. The company is committed to advancing these therapeutics to ensure they are safe and effective, with the goal of significantly improving the lives of individuals affected by viral infections worldwide.

Andie

Venture Round in 2019
Andie Co. is an online retailer specializing in women's swimwear, founded in 2016 and based in New York, New York. The company designs and manufactures a range of products, including one-piece and two-piece swimsuits, as well as accessories and gift cards. By operating as a direct-to-consumer brand, Andie eliminates retail middlemen, allowing women to purchase designer-quality swimwear at accessible prices. The eCommerce platform enables customers to try on swimsuits at home, ensuring they can find the right fit. With a focus on high-design and luxurious materials, Andie aims to provide a compelling alternative to traditional options in the swimwear market, catering to women's needs for both style and affordability.

305 Fitness

Venture Round in 2019
305 Fitness, Inc. is a fitness company that operates dance cardio workout centers, providing a unique blend of dance moves, sports drills, conditioning exercises, and high-intensity interval training. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the company features classes that include sprint intervals, sculpting segments, and stretch cool down sessions, often accompanied by live DJs to enhance the experience. In addition to its flagship studios, 305 Fitness has expanded its reach with locations in the District of Columbia, Massachusetts, California, and Illinois. The brand also allows certified instructors to license its workouts, enabling them to teach in various rented spaces, gyms, and outdoor settings, which fosters a sense of community and personal expression among participants.

Eight Sleep

Series C in 2019
Eight Sleep, Inc. is a sleep technology company based in New York, founded in 2014. It specializes in the manufacturing and sale of smart mattresses that feature advanced temperature control, allowing users to cool or heat each side of the bed according to their preferences. The products are designed to enhance comfort and support optimal rest, health, and daily functioning by tracking heart rate and other health metrics. In addition to smart mattresses, Eight Sleep offers a range of accessories, including sleep trackers, pillows, organic sheets, foundations, waterproof protectors, blue wave glasses, and gravity blankets. The company primarily sells its products online and is recognized for its innovation in the sleep industry, having been named one of the Most Innovative Companies in Consumer Electronics by Fast Company in 2018.

Parsley Health

Series B in 2019
Parsley Health, Inc. offers personalized holistic healthcare services focused on addressing the root causes of diseases. By considering patients' personal histories, lifestyles, environments, and genetic factors, the company creates comprehensive health regimens that may include dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, stress management techniques, supplements, botanical medicines, and prescription drugs. Their services encompass functional medicine assessments, personalized nutrition consultations, health coaching, specialized testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and online access to labs and medical records. Parsley Health also provides various diagnostic tests and sells health-related products online. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Robin Berzin, M.D., the company operates clinics in New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, integrating technology with wellness and preventive care to offer a subscription-based model that emphasizes chronic disease management and personalized treatment.

Long-Term Stock Exchange

Series B in 2019
The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) is creating an SEC-regulated national securities exchange designed to align great companies and long-term investors with the shared goal of value creation. They have assembled a world-class team of experts and advisors located in New York, San Francisco, and DC with deep expertise in finance, regulation, law, and technology. The LTSE seeks to end the twenty year decline in the number of public companies in the United States by creating a new listings venue that serves issuers (companies) and investors and prioritizes long-term value creation.

VideoElephant

Series A in 2019
VideoElephant Limited specializes in providing ready-to-monetize video content solutions to advertising technology providers, publishers, and advertisers globally. The company operates an online marketplace that offers a diverse library of video content, including short and long-form videos such as TV shows, movies, and documentaries. Users can select a content-only solution or an comprehensive video package that includes a video player, premium content, content delivery network (CDN) services, and monetization options. VideoElephant also simplifies the content acquisition process by aggregating and licensing videos from multiple providers under a single contract. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company has additional offices in London, Berlin, New York, and Los Angeles.

Galileo

Series A in 2019
Galileo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing healthcare solutions through a mobile application, enabling direct access to clinical care and expertise via smartphones. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates communication between healthcare providers and patients using advanced telecommunications technologies. Galileo delivers high-touch, data-driven, multi-specialty care to a diverse patient population, offering services over the phone and in various settings. The company is recognized by regional and national health plans, employers, and major corporations for its effectiveness in enhancing population health. Galileo's mission is to address complex healthcare challenges and foster closer connections between patients and providers.

Ro

Series B in 2019
Ro is a telehealth company established in New York City in 2017, specializing in digital health clinics that cater to both men's and women's health, as well as smoking cessation. It offers a patient-centric healthcare system that integrates primary care services, diagnostics, and pharmacy solutions. The platform facilitates direct communication between patients and physicians, providing an end-to-end healthcare experience that encompasses diagnosis, medication delivery, and ongoing care management. Ro's services include personalized treatment options for issues such as erectile dysfunction and smoking cessation, all designed to enhance accessibility and affordability without relying on insurance. The company operates a nationwide provider network, incorporates an in-home care API, and utilizes proprietary pharmacy distribution centers to streamline healthcare services for its users.

Overtime

Series B in 2019
Overtime is a sports network designed for the next generation of sports enthusiasts. Based in New York City, the company creates original, digital-first content across various platforms, including YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok, focusing on short-form engagement. Overtime operates several innovative sports leagues, including Overtime Elite in basketball, Overtime Select, OT7 in football, and OTX in boxing, catering to both athletes and fans globally. The business model is supported by sponsorships, brand partnerships, e-commerce, licensing, and media rights, allowing Overtime to engage a community of over 90 million fans and followers. The company has attracted significant investment from notable venture capital firms and industry leaders.

Hyr

Funding Round in 2018
Hyr Inc. is a mobile platform that connects businesses, particularly in the restaurant, hotel, and retail sectors, with independent labor for on-demand hourly shift work. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates the matching of businesses seeking to fill shifts with workers who prefer flexible schedules, allowing them to choose their hours and pick up shifts as needed. Hyr caters to a younger generation that prioritizes time and experiences over traditional employment structures. In addition to providing job opportunities, Hyr offers portable benefits designed for independent workers, ensuring they have access to essential support throughout their careers. The platform aims to streamline the process for both employers and employees, enhancing the overall efficiency of the labor market.

Teckst

Series A in 2018
Teckst, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a web-based platform for real-time text and mobile messaging between businesses and their customers. Established in 2014, Teckst enables seamless communication by integrating with various customer relationship management (CRM) systems, such as Zendesk, Salesforce, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics. This integration allows support agents and sales representatives to manage SMS and chat messages directly within their existing workflow. The platform also features a mobile app that ensures messages sent on the go are captured and tracked in the CRM for comprehensive visibility. Teckst serves a diverse range of industries and has partnered with notable brands like ESPN, The New York Mets, Lyft, T-Mobile, and Chanel, helping them enhance customer engagement, drive sales, and build brand loyalty. As of December 2019, Teckst operates as a subsidiary of LiveVox, Inc.

CommonBond

Series D in 2018
CommonBond, Inc. is an online lending platform based in New York that specializes in student loans for higher education in the United States. Established in 2011, the company offers refinancing and financing options for undergraduate and graduate student loans, as well as parent PLUS and MBA loans. CommonBond provides fixed and variable rate products to help students refinance existing loans after graduation or finance their MBA studies. Additionally, it features a product called SmartSave, which allows customers to transfer savings from loan refinancing into a wealth-generating cash account. The company also assists businesses in managing their employees' student loan debt, aiming to alleviate the financial burden of student loans for individuals and organizations alike.

Kenzen

Convertible Note in 2018
Kenzen, Inc. specializes in health and performance monitoring through its innovative Kenzen ECHO system, which includes a wireless smart patch designed to provide real-time feedback on vital signs, motion, and performance. The smart patch continuously monitors critical parameters to detect heat-related injuries and alert both users and safety supervisors, thereby enhancing workplace safety. Kenzen ECHO also incorporates a mobile application that delivers personalized health insights, aiding in performance improvement and injury prevention. The company, which was incorporated in 2014 and is based in New York, markets its products through various distributors, resellers, and retail locations. Its mission focuses on leveraging physiological data to predict and prevent injuries among industrial workers, ultimately boosting productivity and ensuring safer work environments.

Hyr

Seed Round in 2018
Hyr Inc. is a mobile platform that connects businesses, particularly in the restaurant, hotel, and retail sectors, with independent labor for on-demand hourly shift work. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates the matching of businesses seeking to fill shifts with workers who prefer flexible schedules, allowing them to choose their hours and pick up shifts as needed. Hyr caters to a younger generation that prioritizes time and experiences over traditional employment structures. In addition to providing job opportunities, Hyr offers portable benefits designed for independent workers, ensuring they have access to essential support throughout their careers. The platform aims to streamline the process for both employers and employees, enhancing the overall efficiency of the labor market.

Excision BioTherapeutics

Seed Round in 2017
Excision BioTherapeutics Inc. is a life science company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2015. The company specializes in developing gene editing therapeutics aimed at treating life-threatening diseases caused by neurotropic viruses. Utilizing CRISPR-based technology, Excision BioTherapeutics focuses on creating advanced gene-editing medicines that can eradicate or disrupt viral genes in human patients. The company is committed to advancing these therapeutics to ensure they are safe and effective, with the goal of significantly improving the lives of individuals affected by viral infections worldwide.

Kenzen

Seed Round in 2017
Kenzen, Inc. specializes in health and performance monitoring through its innovative Kenzen ECHO system, which includes a wireless smart patch designed to provide real-time feedback on vital signs, motion, and performance. The smart patch continuously monitors critical parameters to detect heat-related injuries and alert both users and safety supervisors, thereby enhancing workplace safety. Kenzen ECHO also incorporates a mobile application that delivers personalized health insights, aiding in performance improvement and injury prevention. The company, which was incorporated in 2014 and is based in New York, markets its products through various distributors, resellers, and retail locations. Its mission focuses on leveraging physiological data to predict and prevent injuries among industrial workers, ultimately boosting productivity and ensuring safer work environments.

Teckst

Seed Round in 2016
Teckst, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a web-based platform for real-time text and mobile messaging between businesses and their customers. Established in 2014, Teckst enables seamless communication by integrating with various customer relationship management (CRM) systems, such as Zendesk, Salesforce, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics. This integration allows support agents and sales representatives to manage SMS and chat messages directly within their existing workflow. The platform also features a mobile app that ensures messages sent on the go are captured and tracked in the CRM for comprehensive visibility. Teckst serves a diverse range of industries and has partnered with notable brands like ESPN, The New York Mets, Lyft, T-Mobile, and Chanel, helping them enhance customer engagement, drive sales, and build brand loyalty. As of December 2019, Teckst operates as a subsidiary of LiveVox, Inc.

Hyr

Seed Round in 2016
Hyr Inc. is a mobile platform that connects businesses, particularly in the restaurant, hotel, and retail sectors, with independent labor for on-demand hourly shift work. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates the matching of businesses seeking to fill shifts with workers who prefer flexible schedules, allowing them to choose their hours and pick up shifts as needed. Hyr caters to a younger generation that prioritizes time and experiences over traditional employment structures. In addition to providing job opportunities, Hyr offers portable benefits designed for independent workers, ensuring they have access to essential support throughout their careers. The platform aims to streamline the process for both employers and employees, enhancing the overall efficiency of the labor market.

Kenzen

Seed Round in 2016
Kenzen, Inc. specializes in health and performance monitoring through its innovative Kenzen ECHO system, which includes a wireless smart patch designed to provide real-time feedback on vital signs, motion, and performance. The smart patch continuously monitors critical parameters to detect heat-related injuries and alert both users and safety supervisors, thereby enhancing workplace safety. Kenzen ECHO also incorporates a mobile application that delivers personalized health insights, aiding in performance improvement and injury prevention. The company, which was incorporated in 2014 and is based in New York, markets its products through various distributors, resellers, and retail locations. Its mission focuses on leveraging physiological data to predict and prevent injuries among industrial workers, ultimately boosting productivity and ensuring safer work environments.

Glamsquad

Series B in 2015
GLAMSQUAD, also known as GLAM Group, is a provider of on-demand beauty services based in New York City, operating since 2013. The company offers a range of services, including hair, makeup, and nail care, catering to clients in various locations such as New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. GLAMSQUAD connects clients with trained and vetted beauty professionals, ensuring high-quality results in the comfort of their homes, at events, or in offices. Clients can conveniently book services through the GLAMSQUAD app or website by selecting a service, date, and time. Additionally, GLAMSQUAD has expanded its offerings to include a line of hair and makeup products, designed based on customer feedback, which can be purchased online or through the app. The company aims to provide personalized beauty experiences while establishing a new retail channel that enhances the connection between beauty professionals and enthusiasts.
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