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

Rachael Foo

Investor

Paul Grossinger

Co-Founder and General Partner

Todd Havill

Research Operations and Principal, Investment

Surya Jayaweera

Angel Investor

Jennifer Jeronimo

CEO and General Partner

Jake Prigoff

General Partner

Peter Steinberg

General Partner

Alexandra Tanner

Investor

Lorenzo Thione

Managing Director

Past deals in US Rockies

Flock Homes

Venture Round in 2025
Flock Homes converts individual rental properties into fully-passive, diversified shares in a pool of houses. Flock helps rental property owners retire from being landlords. The company offers low-cost, tax-advantaged, hassle-free way to get and keep all the benefits of owning rental properties without any of the burdens. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Base Operations

Series A in 2023
Base Operations Inc. specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services through a comprehensive threat intelligence platform. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company aggregates and visualizes both crowdsourced and official data to assist organizations in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of their personnel and operations in emerging markets. Their offerings include detailed threat assessments, neighborhood threat ratings, and AI-powered predictive analytics, which enable clients to gain actionable insights for improved response times and security management. Additionally, the platform features a dashboard for security personnel, facilitating communication with field employees and enhancing trip management to safeguard against potential threats.

Mythical Games

Series C in 2023
Mythical Games Inc. is a game technology studio founded in 2018 and based in Sherman Oaks, California, with an additional office in Seattle, Washington. The company develops blockchain-based games and aims to create a new generation of gaming experiences by enabling true ownership of digital assets, verifiable scarcity, and integrated secondary markets. Its flagship title, Blankos, is a casual multiplayer game where players can buy, trade, and sell their unique designs. Mythical Games also provides tools for content creators and brands, allowing them to customize and own game assets. By fostering a decentralized gaming ecosystem, the company brings players, developers, and content creators together, promoting personalized experiences and driving consumer adoption of distributed ledger technology through innovative gaming products.

Trendio

Seed Round in 2022
Trendio is a video shopping entertainment platform based in Bellevue, Washington, that focuses on creating engaging digital shopping experiences in the beauty sector. Founded in 2021, the company utilizes an AI-optimized video platform to connect viewers with curated brands and products through informative videos presented by real individuals. This approach not only enhances the shopping experience for consumers but also provides a space for beauty enthusiasts to grow their audiences and monetize their content. By personalizing and optimizing shopping videos for consumer packaged goods brands, Trendio aims to maximize conversion rates on various video shopping platforms and brand websites, thereby elevating the overall experience of online shopping.

MycoTechnology

Series E in 2022
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that focuses on enhancing the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products through fungi-based food-processing platforms. Founded in 2013, the company addresses various challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries by utilizing gourmet fungi and mycelial fermentation. One of its notable products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the taste of various agricultural products. In addition, MycoTechnology offers myceliated chocolate and works with robusta and arabica coffee beans, developing and licensing technology to enhance their flavor profiles. By integrating these innovative solutions, the company aims to help food producers incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen their brand associations.

Swiftly

Series B in 2022
Swiftly, Inc. is a technology company that develops and markets applications tailored for supermarkets and retailers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shelton, Washington, Swiftly provides a platform that enables retailers to offer personalized deals, manage loyalty points, facilitate lane checkout, and implement subscription services for their customers. The company’s solutions empower retailers to leverage digital tools akin to those used by large retail chains and e-commerce platforms, allowing store managers to effectively distribute relevant deals to individual shoppers, track consumer behavior, and provide tailored product recommendations.

Xplore

Series A in 2022
Xplore Inc is a company that specializes in developing space aircraft and offering space as a service. Founded in 2017 and based in Mercer Island, Washington, Xplore provides a range of services including mission planning, spacecraft engineering, flight financing, payload insurance, communications, data management, and spacecraft operations. The company caters to both government agencies and commercial space enterprises, engaging in missions that span the moon, earth, Venus, Mars, asteroids, and custom expeditions. Xplore's satellite constellation is equipped with remote sensing instruments such as optical, video, and hyperspectral sensors, which generate valuable data and insights for clients. Furthermore, Xplore's edge computing capabilities facilitate the creation of data fusion products, allowing for on-orbit insights and reducing latency and data transmission costs.

Base Operations

Seed Round in 2021
Base Operations Inc. specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services through a comprehensive threat intelligence platform. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company aggregates and visualizes both crowdsourced and official data to assist organizations in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of their personnel and operations in emerging markets. Their offerings include detailed threat assessments, neighborhood threat ratings, and AI-powered predictive analytics, which enable clients to gain actionable insights for improved response times and security management. Additionally, the platform features a dashboard for security personnel, facilitating communication with field employees and enhancing trip management to safeguard against potential threats.

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.

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.

Funnel IQ

Seed Round in 2021
Funnel IQ is a revenue operations platform designed specifically for RevOps teams in B2B SaaS companies. Founded in 2020 by Matt Volm and Ganesh Sridharan in Seattle, Washington, the platform connects marketing, sales, and customer success efforts, providing a comprehensive solution for managing go-to-market (GTM) data. Funnel IQ offers a no-code platform that enables users to build and manage integrations across their technology stack, delivering a unified source of truth for all GTM data. This facilitates end-to-end insights and analytics, allowing teams to collaborate effectively and understand the channels and activities that drive recurring revenue. The platform serves both large and small subscription-based businesses, positioning itself as an essential operating system for revenue generation.

Workchew

Seed Round in 2021
WorkChew Inc. operates a marketplace platform that connects mobile and remote workers with coworking spaces in restaurants and hotels located in Chicago, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Founded in 2018, the company offers a flexible work environment that includes food, drinks, and essential amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi. WorkChew caters to both businesses and individual users, allowing enterprises to secure workspaces for their remote employees while also providing a self-serve option for individuals to book spaces for short durations. Restaurants and hotels featured on the platform retain all revenue from food and beverage sales, while WorkChew earns a commission from conference room bookings in hotels. This model enables professionals to find affordable and productive workspaces without incurring high costs, making it a valuable resource for remote workers.

Banzai International

Debt Financing in 2021
Banzai International, founded in 2015, is a SaaS company based in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Cary, North Carolina. It operates an online platform that specializes in event marketing automation. Banzai, its primary product, is designed for field marketing teams to discover, market, and automate professional event outreach, thereby increasing registrations. The platform also facilitates connections among professionals through global B2B events, enhancing educational opportunities. Banzai serves over 100 clients, including prominent companies like Adobe and Dell Technologies, by providing marketing automation solutions for webinars and events. Its offerings help marketers grow their audience and create more engaging experiences, ultimately driving business expansion.

Base Operations

Seed Round in 2021
Base Operations Inc. specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services through a comprehensive threat intelligence platform. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company aggregates and visualizes both crowdsourced and official data to assist organizations in mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of their personnel and operations in emerging markets. Their offerings include detailed threat assessments, neighborhood threat ratings, and AI-powered predictive analytics, which enable clients to gain actionable insights for improved response times and security management. Additionally, the platform features a dashboard for security personnel, facilitating communication with field employees and enhancing trip management to safeguard against potential threats.

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.

MycoTechnology

Series D in 2020
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that focuses on enhancing the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products through fungi-based food-processing platforms. Founded in 2013, the company addresses various challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries by utilizing gourmet fungi and mycelial fermentation. One of its notable products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the taste of various agricultural products. In addition, MycoTechnology offers myceliated chocolate and works with robusta and arabica coffee beans, developing and licensing technology to enhance their flavor profiles. By integrating these innovative solutions, the company aims to help food producers incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen their brand associations.

Hungry

Series B in 2020
Hungry is a Washington D.C.-based company that operates a food catering and delivery marketplace. Founded by Eman Pahlavani, Shy Pahlevani, and Jeff Grass, Hungry connects independent chefs with businesses seeking high-quality catered meals. The platform offers a variety of prepared meals for different occasions, allowing businesses to order office lunches from a network of local chefs with curated menus. Hungry is committed to community improvement through initiatives like the ‘Fight Against Hunger’ program, which donates one meal to those in need for every two purchased, and the ‘WeRecycle’ program, which promotes environmental waste reduction by offering biodegradable plates and cutlery. The company has operations in several major U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, and New York City, with plans to expand its footprint to 23 cities by the end of 2021.

Imperative

Venture Round in 2020
Imperative Group, Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in a unique assessment and learning system. Its core product, Imperative, is a digital platform that facilitates peer coaching, enabling employees to uncover and apply their intrinsic motivations and purpose at work. This platform, which requires no prior coaching experience, is designed to be accessible to a larger number of employees than traditional coaching methods, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution for employers. Imperative's offerings also include a Certified Purpose Leaders program, Individual and Team Purpose Profiles, and a Purpose Hiring Coach, all aimed at integrating purpose into talent strategy and employee experience. The company's clients span various industries, including Sony Music, MetLife, Zillow, and Airbnb, and its solutions are used for career development, team building, hiring, diversity advancement, and volunteer engagement.

Legalpad

Series A in 2020
Legalpad Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2018 that focuses on streamlining work visa applications for startups and their employees. By combining advanced software with human support, Legalpad simplifies the legal processes associated with O-1, EB-1, H-1B, and B-1 visas. The platform is designed to automate repeatable legal tasks and workflows, thereby enhancing efficiency in the visa application process. Legalpad aims to connect global talent with opportunities, facilitating cross-border employment for individuals and enabling startups to navigate the complexities of hiring international talent.

TomboyX

Series B in 2019
TomboyX is a retail clothing company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in gender-neutral apparel, offering a diverse range of products including underwear, bras, boxers, trunks, shorts, hats, socks, and sleepwear. The company's focus is on providing high-quality, comfortable garments that cater to various body shapes and sizes, allowing customers to express their identity without labels. TomboyX aims to create an inclusive shopping experience, making it easier for individuals to find apparel that fits their personal style and needs.

MycoTechnology

Series C in 2019
MycoTechnology is a food technology company based in Aurora, Colorado, that focuses on enhancing the flavor and nutritional value of agricultural products through fungi-based food-processing platforms. Founded in 2013, the company addresses various challenges in the food, beverage, and flavor industries by utilizing gourmet fungi and mycelial fermentation. One of its notable products, ClearTaste, is an all-natural, GMO-free, organic bitter blocker that is both Kosher and Halal certified, designed to improve the taste of various agricultural products. In addition, MycoTechnology offers myceliated chocolate and works with robusta and arabica coffee beans, developing and licensing technology to enhance their flavor profiles. By integrating these innovative solutions, the company aims to help food producers incorporate healthier ingredients and strengthen their brand associations.

TomboyX

Series A in 2018
TomboyX is a retail clothing company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in gender-neutral apparel, offering a diverse range of products including underwear, bras, boxers, trunks, shorts, hats, socks, and sleepwear. The company's focus is on providing high-quality, comfortable garments that cater to various body shapes and sizes, allowing customers to express their identity without labels. TomboyX aims to create an inclusive shopping experience, making it easier for individuals to find apparel that fits their personal style and needs.

Banyan

Venture Round in 2018
Banyan is a digital marketing and patient engagement platform dedicated to enhancing the connection between healthcare professionals and patients. Founded in 2013 and based in Orem, Utah, Banyan offers a HIPAA-compliant media consent application that allows medical practices to share authorized patient photos on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The platform further supports healthcare providers by facilitating online reviews through a streamlined request tool and ensuring accurate practice information across over 70 web directories. Banyan also provides personalized websites to establish credibility for practices and offers coaching to help clients strengthen their brands, improve search engine optimization, and increase patient acquisition and retention. Operating as a subsidiary of NUVI LLC since 2019, Banyan focuses on helping healthcare clients foster a more humanized approach to patient care through effective online engagement.

Imperative

Seed Round in 2015
Imperative Group, Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in a unique assessment and learning system. Its core product, Imperative, is a digital platform that facilitates peer coaching, enabling employees to uncover and apply their intrinsic motivations and purpose at work. This platform, which requires no prior coaching experience, is designed to be accessible to a larger number of employees than traditional coaching methods, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution for employers. Imperative's offerings also include a Certified Purpose Leaders program, Individual and Team Purpose Profiles, and a Purpose Hiring Coach, all aimed at integrating purpose into talent strategy and employee experience. The company's clients span various industries, including Sony Music, MetLife, Zillow, and Airbnb, and its solutions are used for career development, team building, hiring, diversity advancement, and volunteer engagement.

TomboyX

Seed Round in 2015
TomboyX is a retail clothing company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in gender-neutral apparel, offering a diverse range of products including underwear, bras, boxers, trunks, shorts, hats, socks, and sleepwear. The company's focus is on providing high-quality, comfortable garments that cater to various body shapes and sizes, allowing customers to express their identity without labels. TomboyX aims to create an inclusive shopping experience, making it easier for individuals to find apparel that fits their personal style and needs.

Collective Health

Series A in 2014
Collective Health is a prominent health benefits platform that streamlines the management of medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy services for employees and their families. By offering an integrated solution through a cloud-based self-insurance platform, the company simplifies the administration of health plans via a single portal. This platform provides users with clear guidance, live concierge support, and digital tools to facilitate the navigation and management of healthcare services. Collective Health aims to reduce the complexities of delivering health benefits, enhance the member experience, and promote healthier outcomes for both employees and organizations. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also has offices in Chicago, Illinois, and Lehi, Utah.
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