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.
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.
Allara
Series A in 2023
Allara is a healthcare program focused on providing specialized virtual care for women dealing with complex chronic health conditions, particularly polycystic ovary syndrome. The platform connects patients with medical providers and registered dietitians, offering a comprehensive approach that includes diagnostic testing, prescriptions, and personalized video consultations. Allara emphasizes holistic care, integrating dietary and lifestyle changes alongside nutrition counseling to help women manage their health effectively. Through its virtual appointments, the program aims to simplify access to expert care, enabling patients to track and improve their overall medical wellbeing.
Wicked Saints
Seed Round in 2023
Wicked Saints Studios is a developer of a game studio platform that focuses on creating interactive media using behavioral technology. The company integrates narrative augmented reality experiences to engage a generation that is increasingly concerned about mental health and social issues. This innovative approach enables users to participate in real-life quests, facilitated through augmented reality, thereby fostering a unique blend of entertainment and personal well-being.
Glitzi
Venture Round in 2023
In-hoome & virtual wellness services platform The best place to find certified wellness, beauty & health professionals in Latin America
Somethings
Seed Round in 2023
Somethings is a wellness platform designed specifically for young people, facilitating connections between teenagers and qualified mentors. The platform focuses on mental health support, offering a novel, digital-first approach to care. By connecting adolescents with certified peer mentors who are trained to address issues such as stress and anxiety, Somethings aims to enhance the mental well-being of its users. The service is tailored to meet the unique needs of teenagers, providing them with accessible resources to navigate their mental wellness concerns effectively.
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.
Awe Inspired
Venture Round in 2022
Awe Inspired is a spiritual wellness brand serving the growing majority of millenials and gen-z'ers who identify as spiritual with meaningful products and digital experiences that promote self-discovery and empowerment. Our beloved Goddess Collection has become a global symbol of female strength and is worn daily by thousands of women on the front lines of society, in addition to a legion of celebrity fans. Who's your inner Goddess? Discover her: quiz.aweinspired.com
Kindly
Seed Round in 2022
Kindly Health is a diagnostics platform for sexual care and performance health. Kindly Health offers complete solutions for sperm health and sexual performance in men, as well as low libido, PCOS, irregular periods, and menstrual pain in women. Kindly Health makes it more accessible by combining at-home diagnostic tests (including semen tests and polycystic ovary syndrome tests), telehealth consultations, and supplements.
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.
Rejuveron Life Sciences
Angel Round in 2022
Rejuveron Life Sciences AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zug, Switzerland, is a biotechnology platform company focused on developing and investing in therapies and technologies aimed at enhancing healthy aging and extending lifespan. The company seeks to advance innovative solutions by investing in promising ideas and talented individuals within the field of life sciences.
Lovewick
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Lovewick is a relationship application aimed at enhancing the happiness and well-being of couples through engaging and fulfilling interactions. The app features an exploratory question game and offers a variety of community-sourced ideas designed to inspire couples. By providing personalized activities and discussion topics, Lovewick enables users to set relationship goals, modify behaviors, and deepen their understanding of one another. Through its innovative approach, the platform fosters appreciation and novelty in relationships, guiding couples toward stronger connections.
Fable
Series A in 2021
Fable is a company founded in 2019 by Padmasree Warrior in Palo Alto, California, that focuses on enhancing mental wellness through storytelling. The company has developed an e-book platform that allows users to engage with stories in a social context, enabling reading with friends or influencers in curated reading clubs. Fable's platform is designed to cater to digital natives, providing personalized stories that align with users' time, mood, and interests. By filling micro-moments in busy lives with engaging narratives, Fable aims to create memorable social experiences that promote mental well-being.
Eleos Health
Seed Round in 2021
Eleos Health develops innovative health technology solutions aimed at enhancing decision-making for clinicians in the behavioral health sector. The company's AI-powered Speech-to-Insights system operates during mental health sessions to analyze voice data in real time. By gathering insights on patients through this voice technology, Eleos Health enables clinicians to deliver personalized, efficient, and cost-effective care. The automated nature of the system helps streamline the clinical process, ultimately supporting mental health professionals in providing the necessary care and support for their patients.
Kenshō Health
Seed Round in 2021
Kenshō is a health company that lives in LA, operates on the internet, and promotes a whole-person philosophy of care: mind, body, and spirit. The company, founded and led by proven entrepreneurs Krista Berlincourt and Danny Steiner, pairs scientific research with personalization technology to take the guesswork out holistic health, whether you're looking for an honest answer or a trusted provider. Berlincourt is known for nurturing and scaling some of the most loved emerging technology brands like Simple, Acorns, and Microsoft from the ground up. Steiner was a digital innovation change agent at NBC, Conde Nast, and Hulu before breaking into health and wellness with Brami, a venture-backed superfood company.
For Them
Pre Seed Round in 2021
For Them is a clothing brand focused on redefining wellness for the queer community. The company offers a unique range of products and services tailored specifically for queer and gender-fluid individuals, filling a gap in mainstream retail where such items are often unavailable. By providing affordable options designed with the needs of this community in mind, For Them aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes well-being and self-expression.
Crescent Health
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Crescent Health is working to make sleep health accessible to all. It hastens the development of individual health, beginning with sleep. They are employed by meet sleep coach. Connecting a sleep monitor to an app get monthly customized sleep plans, track sleep health, and find the ideal schedule.
Territory Foods
Series B in 2021
Territory Foods is a chef-prepared meal delivery service that creates nutritionist-approved menus tailored to support various dietary preferences and regional market tastes. Its fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat meals are designed by in-house culinary professionals and nutrition experts, prepared by a dedicated team of chefs, and powered by a proprietary algorithm that informs personalized menu variety at scale. Its boredom-proof rotating menus feature a wide variety of freshly-made artisan meals per week that are responsibly sourced, always free of refined sugars, and made without ingredients that contain gluten and dairy. Menus can be customized to meet dietary templates such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, and Keto, taking the guesswork out of navigating and committing to healthy eating. Territory Foods launched in 2011 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
Breathwrk
Seed Round in 2021
The Breathwrk app offers easy to follow and highly effective guided breathing exercises that alleviate anxiety, promote sleep, increase energy, improve mood, help with athletic performance, and more!
ConnectCareHero
Pre Seed Round in 2021
ConnectCareHero operates a digital community platform aimed at enhancing social engagement among older adults. The platform focuses on managing activities and providing culturally relevant content to help organizations connect with seniors and promote a sense of community. By curating entertainment options and facilitating social interactions, ConnectCareHero addresses the issue of social isolation among senior citizens, supporting their overall health and well-being. The company's mission is to empower older adults to remain socially active, thereby improving their quality of life and health outcomes.
ELANZA Wellness
Pre Seed Round in 2021
ELANZA Wellness is a virtual chronic care platform designed specifically for individuals with endometriosis and other chronic reproductive health conditions. The platform aims to provide comprehensive support by offering access to medical specialists, evidence-based therapies, and personalized treatment plans that promote symptom relief. ELANZA Wellness focuses on a whole-person care approach, developed by multidisciplinary teams, to ensure that patients feel heard and understood throughout their healthcare journey. By enabling users to access therapeutic programs and make informed lifestyle changes, the platform empowers individuals to take control of their health and well-being, ultimately fostering a better quality of life.
Kenshō Health
Venture Round in 2021
Kenshō is a health company that lives in LA, operates on the internet, and promotes a whole-person philosophy of care: mind, body, and spirit. The company, founded and led by proven entrepreneurs Krista Berlincourt and Danny Steiner, pairs scientific research with personalization technology to take the guesswork out holistic health, whether you're looking for an honest answer or a trusted provider. Berlincourt is known for nurturing and scaling some of the most loved emerging technology brands like Simple, Acorns, and Microsoft from the ground up. Steiner was a digital innovation change agent at NBC, Conde Nast, and Hulu before breaking into health and wellness with Brami, a venture-backed superfood company.
FULLFILL
Seed Round in 2021
FULLFILL is a digital health platform focused on providing virtual health coaching aimed at treating and preventing chronic conditions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company partners with employers to enhance employee health and reduce medical expenses. FULLFILL's evidence-based programs have demonstrated significant effectiveness, achieving double the medical results of competing programs and tenfold employee sign-up rates. The platform offers a comprehensive range of resources, including daily videos, podcasts, articles, workouts, and meal plans, all accessible online with 24/7 support from trained Master Coaches. FULLFILL's approach not only addresses issues like obesity, diabetes, and mental health but also boosts participation in other health initiatives offered by employers, while its services qualify as a medical expense. The program has garnered high satisfaction ratings, positioning it as a valuable tool for employee retention amid increasing health challenges, especially in the wake of COVID-19.
Lora DiCarlo
Funding Round in 2021
Lora DiCarlo is a female-led sexual health and wellness brand focused on creating innovative products that enhance personal pleasure through advanced technology. The company specializes in biomimicry and micro-robotics, translating human anatomy into devices that offer a realistic experience. Its flagship product, Osé, gained recognition as a 2019 CES Innovation Honoree in the Robotics category, followed by the award-winning products Baci and Onda. Since its inception, Lora DiCarlo has expanded from a single product to a diverse range of 15 engineered offerings, establishing a presence in 37 countries and over 600 retail and e-commerce partners. Committed to promoting gender equity and empowerment, Lora DiCarlo aims to foster inclusion through its data-driven designs and educational resources, catering to a broad audience in the sexual wellness space.
Rejuveron Life Sciences
Series A in 2020
Rejuveron Life Sciences AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zug, Switzerland, is a biotechnology platform company focused on developing and investing in therapies and technologies aimed at enhancing healthy aging and extending lifespan. The company seeks to advance innovative solutions by investing in promising ideas and talented individuals within the field of life sciences.
Caliber
Seed Round in 2020
Caliber is focused on transforming fitness coaching to make it accessible for the majority of Americans who do not meet physical activity guidelines. The company addresses the challenge of increasing physical activity not through motivation alone, but by facilitating behavioral change through effective coaching. Caliber connects individuals with expert fitness coaches and provides a highly-rated app that allows users to work out at their convenience while integrating fitness and nutrition data for a personalized experience. Members typically see a significant improvement in body composition within three months and engage in more workouts than users of competing platforms. Caliber operates in the personal training market, which is valued at $20 billion, and is poised to capitalize on the rapidly growing digital fitness sector projected to reach $37 billion by 2026. The company's science-based approach to fitness and nutrition, combined with personalized coaching, aims to help a diverse range of individuals achieve their health and fitness goals effectively.
Included Health
Seed Round in 2020
Included Health is a healthcare company that offers a blend of virtual care, navigation, and community-based services aimed at enhancing the overall healthcare experience. By integrating technology with personalized care, the company provides members with guidance and advocacy for a wide range of health needs, including urgent and primary care, behavioral health, and specialty services. Included Health focuses on ensuring that individuals receive the appropriate care at the right time, utilizing compassionate and data-driven approaches to improve clinical outcomes and member satisfaction. Through its innovative model, Included Health seeks to redefine healthcare accessibility and quality for all individuals.
SISU Aesthetic Clinic
Series A in 2020
SISU Aesthetic Clinic operates a network of doctor-led, patient-centric medical clinics focused on delivering non-invasive aesthetic treatments. The clinic specializes in a range of personalized beauty services, including anti-wrinkle injections, lip fillers, facials, excessive sweat care, silhouette soft restoration, dermal fillers, and profile treatments. By prioritizing an empathetic approach to care, SISU aims to enhance patients' skin health and overall well-being, enabling them to lead quality lives.
Euphoria.LGBT
Seed Round in 2020
Our mission is to restore agency and dignity to transgender individuals in their process of gender transition via technology solutions. We offer a suite of technologies, enabling a better transition: - Solace. Provides information and resources to guide transgender people through whatever process of gender transition they desire. Now available, for free, on iOS & Android . - Bliss. A revolutionary savings app for the transgender community. Your Bliss fund is so much more than just passive savings – every time you get a push notification, it’s helping you move closer to being yourself. - Windfall. Premium and optional services that compliment Solace. Includes subscription products and company merchandise. - Clarity. A sense-of-self tracker to help measure gender identity, gender expression, and attraction. Brought to life by an amazing group of individuals on Kickstarter. - Catharsis. Coming Soon. A dedicated mental and emotional health platform designed for the trans community, by the trans community.
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.
Leda Health
Pre Seed Round in 2020
At Leda Health, our mission is to transform existing systems of sexual assault prevention, care, and justice to better serve survivors and the communities in which they live. We are currently developing a more holistic care program and expanding our services. To learn more about Leda Health, visit: https://www.leda.co/ https://www.facebook.com/ledahealth/ https://twitter.com/ledahealthco https://www.instagram.com/ledahealth/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ledahealth/
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.
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.
nexba
Series A in 2019
Nexba is an Australian beverage company focused on transforming traditional soft drinks by offering innovative, naturally sugar-free beverages. The company produces a range of refreshing drinks, including cola, lemon, and orange sparkling infusions, all crafted from natural ingredients. By prioritizing health and wellness, Nexba aims to provide consumers with wholesome alternatives that reduce calorie intake while still delivering enjoyable flavors.
Territory Foods
Series A in 2019
Territory Foods is a chef-prepared meal delivery service that creates nutritionist-approved menus tailored to support various dietary preferences and regional market tastes. Its fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat meals are designed by in-house culinary professionals and nutrition experts, prepared by a dedicated team of chefs, and powered by a proprietary algorithm that informs personalized menu variety at scale. Its boredom-proof rotating menus feature a wide variety of freshly-made artisan meals per week that are responsibly sourced, always free of refined sugars, and made without ingredients that contain gluten and dairy. Menus can be customized to meet dietary templates such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, and Keto, taking the guesswork out of navigating and committing to healthy eating. Territory Foods launched in 2011 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
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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