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 Early Venture Stage

Jericho Security

Series A in 2025
Jericho Security is protect the world from the emerging dangers of generative AI cyberattacks. Jericho Security created proprietary generative AI, cyberGPT, to simulate attacks, create new defenses and educate to prevent serious losses from cyberattacks.

Cofertility

Series A in 2025
Cofertility is a human-centered fertility ecosystem that provides egg donation and egg-freezing services for fertility care and third-party reproduction.

Malga

Series A in 2025
Malga is an API to accept payments with multiple payment providers. Malga gives digital businesses access to multiple payments services through a single integration, and the ability to change between them on a transaction-to-transaction basis without writing code.

Heliux

Funding Round in 2025
Heliux is an all-in-one software platform built to optimize enterprise-wide operations for manufacturers. Our technology hyper-connects cross-functional teams, processes, and data to establish a single, shared system of operation. We help companies operate at max speed and efficiency across engineering, supply chain, production, quality, accounting, and more.

Gladia.io

Series A in 2024
Gladia.io strives to help businesses integrate cutting-edge AI and extract valuable insights from audio data.

Superluminal Medicines

Series A in 2024
Superluminal Medicines is a generative biological and chemical company accelerating new possibilities in drug discovery and development. Its platform quickly creates candidate-ready compounds using a comprehensive combination of deep biology and chemistry expertise, machine learning, and proprietary big data infrastructure. They leverage cutting-edge computational and machine-learning techniques to accelerate identifying and optimizing novel drug candidates. Their approach combines high-throughput experimental data with advanced algorithms to uncover therapeutic compounds faster and more efficiently than traditional methods.

Grayce

Series A in 2024
Grayce, Inc. is a health care agency based in San Francisco that specializes in providing personalized support for families and employees managing the care of aging adults and children. Established in 2019, Grayce offers a comprehensive range of services, including assistance with insurance, finances, legal plans, medical care, home care, housing, and daily needs. The company emphasizes individualized guidance, ensuring that each member receives dedicated support from a social worker who helps manage their overall care. This includes planning, resource identification, care coordination, and advocacy, empowering family caregivers to effectively navigate the complexities of caring for their loved ones.

Worky

Series A in 2024
Worky is a company that specializes in employee-centric human resource software, aimed at transforming HR management for small and medium enterprises. The platform facilitates improved communication between firms and their employees while enhancing employees' financial well-being. Worky's software automates various HR activities and benefits, ensuring accurate payroll calculations without errors. It enhances data security and allows clients to streamline their HR processes on a single platform, thus simplifying management tasks and improving overall efficiency in human resource operations.

Latus Bio

Series A in 2024
Latus Bio focuses on developing innovative gene therapy candidates using precision delivery to enhance the lives of patients. Latus identified proprietary AAV capsids for clinical use. The company plans to administer low doses of its product candidates, aiming to improve clinical safety and manufacturing.

Limbic

Series A in 2024
Limbic is a London-based company that specializes in mental healthcare technology. Founded in 2017, it develops a software development kit (SDK) that leverages machine learning to analyze heart rate data collected from wearable devices like the Apple Watch, allowing for the assessment of users' emotional states. Limbic also offers psychological therapies for adults, focusing on improving mental health through innovative solutions. Its platform supports healthcare professionals by providing tools for stress detection and facilitating clinical assessments, thereby enhancing the efficacy of psychological therapy. By combining AI technology with wearable devices, Limbic aims to address the growing challenges in mental health care and improve patient outcomes.

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.

Cambium

Series A in 2023
Cambium develops biomaterials for fields such as defense, space transport, aerospace, and renewable energy. Leveraging the Deep Tech convergence between synthetic biology, materials science, computation & automation, it delivers changes in advanced material performance and sustainability to improve products.

blackshark.ai

Series A in 2023
Blackshark.ai specializes in creating a 3D digital twin of Earth by utilizing satellite imagery to automatically extract and reconstruct detailed attributes in photorealistic 3D. The company's platform employs a scalable artificial intelligence system that accurately detects global features with remarkable precision and speed. Its patented 3D reconstruction methodology can store vast amounts of data while rendering it in real-time, supporting various applications including geospatial intelligence, humanitarian aid, urban planning, and autonomous vehicle navigation. Blackshark.ai serves a diverse clientele worldwide and operates with a team of over 100 professionals in Silicon Valley and Graz, Austria, which is recognized as a hub for computer vision technology. The platform’s capabilities facilitate efficient analysis in mapping, navigation, and earth observation, making it a valuable resource for businesses and governmental organizations.

Puzzle Financial

Series A in 2023
Puzzle Financial is a modern data platform for startups

Summer

Series A in 2023
Summer offers comprehensive property management services focused on vacation homes. The company operates a homeownership platform designed to assist clients in purchasing second homes and renting them out. By combining a rent-to-own program with short-term rental options, Summer aims to lower both the initial investment and ongoing costs associated with owning a second home. This approach simplifies the process, minimizing bureaucratic hurdles and allowing users to either move into ready-to-live-in homes or select their preferred second home.

Gatheround

Series A in 2023
Gatheround is a team bonding and community engagement platform aimed at enhancing relationships within organizations. It addresses the challenges of disconnection in modern workplaces by offering a video chat platform that emphasizes authentic human connections. The platform features a variety of interactive tools and pre-built video templates designed to facilitate engaging and productive virtual meetings, allowing teams to collaborate and brainstorm effectively. By making it simple to bring people together online, Gatheround seeks to create experiences that are both enjoyable and meaningful, fostering stronger connections among team members.

Upfort

Series A in 2023
Upfort is a cybersecurity and insurance platform that delivers comprehensive protection for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) against evolving cyber threats. The platform integrates various services, allowing organizations to manage their cybersecurity needs effectively. Upfort's software includes tools for phishing simulation, public Wi-Fi protection, inbox protection, and password management, alongside offering cyber liability insurance. This all-in-one solution enables clients to safeguard their business activities and address potential risks in today’s digital landscape.

Ternary

Series A in 2023
Ternary is a multi-cloud financial operations platform headquartered in San Francisco, California, established in 2021. The company focuses on cloud cost optimization, specifically catering to Google Cloud Platform customers. Ternary's tools aim to simplify the complexities of cloud billing by making costs transparent and facilitating real-time data analysis. The platform promotes collaboration and accountability among users, enabling them to monitor, prioritize, and track cost optimizations effectively. By providing insights that help clients maximize their cloud spending, Ternary addresses the unique financial management needs of organizations leveraging cloud technologies.

Pair Team

Series A in 2023
Pair Team focuses on enhancing primary care infrastructure for vulnerable communities, particularly those served by safety-net systems, Medicaid, and Medicare patients. As a tech-enabled care team, it extends the capabilities of clinical staff by offering personalized, high-touch care experiences. The organization addresses various barriers to healthcare, including transportation issues, housing and food insecurity, and limited mobile access. Pair Team employs a dedicated care team consisting of community health workers, registered nurses, and behavioral health clinicians to deliver comprehensive support tailored to the needs of low-income individuals. Additionally, the company is developing a care delivery platform designed to implement clinical best practices, integrate services with community-based organizations, and streamline administrative tasks, allowing clinicians to dedicate more time to patient care.

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.

point.me

Series A in 2023
Point.me is an award travel discovery tool and points concierge service that assists loyalty program members in finding better flights for fewer points. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm, Point.me searches over 150 airlines to uncover optimal flight deals, including options for first and business-class travel. The platform collaborates with more than 30 loyalty programs, including major credit card rewards, allowing customers to filter search results based on preferred programs, airlines, routes, and point balances. Additionally, Point.me offers a concierge consulting service where experts manage all aspects of the award redemption process, making it easier for users to book flights using their points.

Confirm

Series A in 2023
Confirm is the creator of a hiring and performance management platform that reflects each employee's impact and influence. The company's platform employs tried-and-true quantitative methodologies to assess candidate quality, compare candidates to others in the industry, and uncover people, projects, talents, and credentials, allowing businesses to hire the right person for the right job and attain their maximum potential.

Fuel Me

Series A in 2023
Fuel Me is a cloud-based technology platform that aims to enhance the procurement process for fuel, lubricants, and related products and services, primarily serving the transportation and construction industries. The platform is designed to simplify the ordering and delivery of bulk fuel, making the process more efficient, cost-effective, and transparent for businesses. Fuel Me enables clients to manage their orders comprehensively through a reliable nationwide vendor network, ensuring a streamlined experience from initiation to delivery.

Remedial Health

Series A in 2023
Remedial Health operates as a wholesale distributor of medicine, catering to the vast network of approximately one million pharmacies and hospitals across Africa. The company addresses the prevalent inefficiencies in the healthcare supply chain, where providers often depend on open-air markets to acquire pharmaceuticals, leading to risks of counterfeit products. By offering a pharmacy operations and procurement management platform, Remedial Health enhances business-to-business access to medications. This platform incorporates technology that simplifies the ordering process and facilitates direct access to retail medicines from manufacturers or distributors, thereby improving workflow management and ensuring a more reliable supply of genuine medications for healthcare providers.

blockbank

Series A in 2023
blockbank is a protocol-agnostic consumer-facing application for custodial & non-custodial digital asset management and fiat-based neobanking services. blockbank seeks to harmonize the digital asset landscape and bridge the gap between centralized & decentralized finance with a user-centric, easy to use and highly functional application.

Datapeople

Series A in 2023
Datapeople is a developer of augmented writing software focused on improving the hiring process through better organization and enhancement of recruiting data. The company's software provides language and content guidance to hiring teams, helping them create job descriptions that appeal to a diverse pool of candidates, regardless of gender or ethnicity. By improving the clarity and effectiveness of job postings, Datapeople enables businesses to make more informed hiring decisions. Additionally, the software assists in generating reports that can be shared with stakeholders to track and improve recruiting efforts.

BetterBrand

Series A in 2023
BetterBrand is a food tech company focused on revolutionizing the refined carbohydrate category by offering healthier alternatives. Its flagship product, The Better Bagel, significantly reduces the carbohydrate content, making it the net carb equivalent of two slices of banana, while also delivering over 25 grams of plant-based protein and containing no added sugars. The company's mission is to empower consumers to enjoy their favorite foods without guilt, thereby addressing the broader health crisis linked to obesity and diabetes, which incurs substantial economic costs globally. BetterBrand's approach combines innovation with a commitment to clean, non-GMO verified ingredients, aiming to promote overall well-being and enhance productivity in society. Founded with the belief that limits should be challenged and that a better world is achievable, BetterBrand seeks to create enjoyable, nutritious food options for all.

PredictionStrike

Series A in 2023
PredictionStrike is a simulated stock market platform that enables users to buy and sell shares of professional athletes, creating an engaging fantasy contest. This innovative platform allows fans to analyze their favorite athletes' performances while potentially earning monetary returns. By combining elements of sports fandom and investment, PredictionStrike provides users with a unique opportunity to monetize and trade virtual shares based on athlete performance, enhancing the overall experience for sports enthusiasts.

Glitzi

Venture Round in 2023
In-hoome & virtual wellness services platform The best place to find certified wellness, beauty & health professionals in Latin America

Lynk Global

Series A in 2023
Lynk Global, Inc. is a mobile network technology company based in Falls Church, Virginia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing broadband communication services directly to Internet of Things (IoT) devices and mobile phones. Lynk Global offers satellite-based telecommunication services that enable standard mobile phones to connect globally without requiring any modifications to hardware or software. By utilizing low-earth-orbit satellites, Lynk Global aims to deliver universal connectivity, ensuring users can access communication services virtually anywhere in the world.

Judy Security

Series A in 2023
Judy Security is a cyber security company servicing small and medium businesses. The company's technology Judy uses a secure and private vault to create, store and protect all their passwords, keeping unauthorized users out of their login data.

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.

Spring Free EV

Series A in 2023
Spring Free EV is a financial technology company focused on promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) through innovative financial products. Its flagship offering, the Mileage Purchase Agreement (MPA), aims to make EV ownership more affordable by lowering upfront costs and implementing a fee based on mileage usage. This approach not only facilitates access to electric vehicles for a broader audience but also supports businesses in building credit through their lease payments. By providing a new financing model, Spring Free EV seeks to contribute to a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, targeting a decrease of one gigaton.

Champions Round

Series A in 2023
Champions Round, Inc. is a gaming application developer specializing in football and esports, based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2018, the company offers an online sports platform that enhances the spectator experience for fans, particularly targeting Gen Z. Its application allows users to participate in fantasy leagues and tournaments, answer live questions, earn points, and win cash prizes. By enabling users to join leagues without the need for group assembly, Champions Round lowers barriers to entry and fosters greater engagement among sports fans. The application is accessible via the App Store, providing a user-friendly interface for players to learn about the games while enjoying the competitive aspects of fantasy sports.

Journey Clinical

Series A in 2023
Journey Clinical is a platform that provides services to member psychotherapy practices that are independently owned and operated, and in no way owns, directs, or controls the mental healthcare clinicians providing care.

Assembly

Series A in 2022
Assembly is a no code employee engagement platform that extends from recognition and rewards to productivity and performance management.

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.

Second Front

Series A in 2022
Second Front Systems, Inc. is a software development company based in Arlington, Virginia, that focuses on enhancing government access to venture capital-backed technologies for national security missions. Established in 2014, the company offers Atlas Fulcrum, a platform that helps users identify, assess, and utilize innovative commercial technologies. Additionally, Second Front provides program management and system integration services to facilitate the delivery of technology to military personnel. The High Technology Council, an enterprise consortium established by the company, brings together key industry players to leverage commercially developed technologies for government-funded national security efforts. Second Front also specializes in configuring, securing, and deploying compliant software applications for global government customers, ensuring that users have access to a fully managed production environment tailored for national security applications.

Daylight

Series A in 2022
Daylight is a digital banking platform based in West Hollywood, California, specifically designed for the LGBT+ community. Founded in 2020, Daylight provides a range of financial services, including prepaid cards and an app that offers tools, advice, and cashback for spending at queer bars and allied businesses. The platform aims to empower its members by helping them navigate the financial system, develop smarter financial habits, and connect with a supportive community. By focusing on the unique needs of the LGBT+ population, Daylight fosters financial literacy and encourages users to build a future that aligns with their values.

Biofire

Series A in 2022
Biofire is focused on advancing firearm safety through innovative smart gun technology. The company's flagship product, the Biofire Smart Gun, utilizes advanced biometric systems to ensure that the weapon is accessible only to authorized users while remaining securely locked for others. This intelligent locking mechanism enhances gun safety and allows for quick access in critical situations. Biofire aims to transform the firearm industry by integrating these advanced safety features without compromising privacy and civil liberties, presenting a comprehensive reimagining of how firearms can be secured and used responsibly.

Femtosense

Series A in 2022
Femtosense is a technology company focused on developing ultra-energy-efficient neural network models that facilitate large-scale neural network processing at the edge. By leveraging nonlinear dynamics and space-time sparsity inspired by biological neural networks, Femtosense's models optimize performance-per-joule for complex processing tasks. This innovation enables businesses to implement user interfaces that offer ultra-low latency, reduced power consumption, and enhanced user privacy.

Qnovia

Series A in 2022
Qnovia is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing innovative drug delivery systems, focusing particularly on inhalation-based technologies. The company aims to enhance the delivery of a wide range of pharmaceuticals, including nicotine, by creating advanced aerosol devices and formulations that address the limitations of traditional drug delivery methods. Qnovia's platform not only seeks to improve patient outcomes through more effective inhaled therapies but also emphasizes responsible sourcing and transparency in product information. By prioritizing innovation and patient-centric solutions, Qnovia strives to contribute positively to public health and the overall experience of medication delivery.

Aspen Creek Digital Corporation

Series A in 2022
Aspen Creek Digital is a company focused on renewable Bitcoin mining, aiming to promote the decarbonization of power generation. Established in 2021 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, it utilizes a strategic combination of behind-the-meter and wholesale resources. This approach not only reduces the overall cost of retail power but also facilitates access to on-site renewable energy and storage projects for users. By supporting sustainable practices in Bitcoin mining, Aspen Creek Digital contributes to a greener future.

Circuit

Series A in 2022
Circuit is a provider of micro-transit services that utilizes all-electric vehicles, offering an innovative transportation solution through its software application. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, the company was previously known as The Free Ride Inc. Circuit's platform allows users to conveniently book rides with responsible and efficient drivers, promoting sustainable transit options in urban areas. The focus on electric vehicles aligns with the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation alternatives.

Welcome Homes

Series A in 2022
Welcome Homes is an online platform designed to simplify the home building process for buyers. By streamlining various stages, including land selection, customization, financing, and construction, it allows users to manage their home-building journey entirely online. This approach transforms home buyers into home builders, providing a seamless and price-transparent experience. Welcome Homes aims to help individuals save time and ensure they can create a beautifully designed home in their preferred location.

Invisible Universe

Series A in 2022
Invisible Universe is an innovative animation studio focused on developing original character intellectual property for social media and web3 platforms. The company aims to create popular animated franchises more efficiently than traditional animation models. By collaborating with celebrities and utilizing advanced animation technology and software, Invisible Universe combines creative talent with the extensive reach of social media to engage entertainment users. Its mission is to redefine how animated characters are conceived and brought to audiences, positioning itself at the forefront of the next generation of animated franchises.

Cartography Biosciences

Series A in 2022
Cartography Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing cancer therapies through precision medicine. The company has created a platform-based cell therapy that utilizes single-cell analysis to identify innovative CAR-T targets. This approach allows for the design of cancer immunotherapies tailored to the safest and most effective targets. By combining molecular biology and computational methods, Cartography enables clients to advance their studies in the development of these targeted treatments, aiming to improve outcomes for cancer 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.

STRIVE

Series A in 2022
STRIVE operates a fitness platform designed to enhance muscle performance for athletes, military personnel, and industrial workers. The company employs advanced sensors integrated into compression clothing to collect detailed muscle and movement data through methods such as surface electromyography and accelerometers. This information enables users to monitor muscle activity, track fatigue, and prevent injuries, ultimately promoting improved performance. STRIVE's technology is utilized by elite athletes across various sports, including NCAA, NFL, and MLS, providing them with actionable insights to maintain peak performance.

Swing Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Swing is creating the next generation of safe and effective digital therapeutics for people with chronic conditions. Our team of passionate scientists, clinicians, and technologists are partnering with some of the world’s top researchers to develop evidence-based transformative digital treatments. Swing’s solutions empower patients to regain control of their illnesses. Together, we are helping people achieve improved health so that they can lead more joyful, vibrant lives.

VersusGame

Series A in 2022
VersusGame is a global entertainment platform that offers a mobile gaming experience where users can leverage their knowledge of mainstream culture. It allows individuals, brands, and creators to engage with an interactive audience, driving excitement through gamified content. The platform enables users to participate in 1v1 games for cash and prizes, making it a popular choice for entertainment. VersusGame serves as a marketplace for interactive content, embedding its technology into various platforms such as apps, websites, TV shows, and podcasts. By utilizing artificial intelligence, it creates an engaging and fair environment for users to test their knowledge while placing bets on their favorite celebrities, brands, and events. The VersusGame app, along with its mobile website and integrations with social media platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, positions it as a leading prediction platform worldwide.

Astral

Series A in 2022
Astral is an AI-powered content transformation platform that assists businesses in repurposing their existing content libraries into personalized digital experiences. It provides innovative features such as automated content generation for social media campaigns, emails, landing pages, and SEO-optimized blog posts. Additionally, the platform enables AI-driven interactions using "anti-hallucination" technology, allowing users to engage with their audience effectively. Astral also focuses on audience growth by helping users leverage their intellectual property across multiple channels, thereby creating new revenue streams and enhancing their digital presence. Targeting experts and content creators looking to monetize their intellectual property, Astral simplifies the process of expanding digital reach and maximizing the value of existing content with minimal effort.

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.

Lumos

Venture Round in 2022
Lumos is an IT company specializing in secure management processes, focusing on software-as-a-service (SaaS) and access management. The company develops an employee identity application that automates user lifecycle management, enhancing organizational security, productivity, and collaboration. By uniting various applications and identities into a single platform, Lumos enables clients to manage their systems efficiently with streamlined workflows and spend management solutions. This approach simplifies record-keeping and improves overall operational effectiveness for businesses.

FINESSE

Series A in 2022
FINESSE is a vertically integrated fashion house based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in direct-to-consumer fashion by utilizing artificial intelligence and big data, along with community feedback, to accurately predict trends and forecast demand. This innovative approach allows FINESSE to optimize its distribution processes, resulting in rapid sell-outs of products while minimizing the risks of guesswork and overproduction commonly associated with the fashion industry. By focusing on up-to-date apparel and accessories, FINESSE effectively meets customer needs in a dynamic market.

Pyka

Series A in 2022
Pyka, Inc. is a startup based in Oakland, California, that specializes in the development of autonomous electric aircraft for agricultural and cargo applications. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating innovative solutions that enhance safety, affordability, and accessibility in aviation. Pyka's aircraft are designed for precision spraying in agriculture, allowing for effective chemical application over diverse terrains while minimizing environmental impact. The technology incorporates advanced flight controllers and onboard sensors to ensure accuracy and efficiency in operations. Additionally, the aircraft can be utilized for cargo transportation, particularly in remote or challenging areas, showcasing their versatility. Through its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Pyka aims to transform traditional practices in crop protection and logistics.

Crafty

Series A in 2022
Crafty, LLC is a Chicago-based company that specializes in providing snacks, beverages, and event programs for workplaces. The company offers a diverse range of products, including beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, perishables, and pantry supplies. Crafty focuses on enhancing workplace experiences through services related to kitchen and pantry management, catering, lunch, and hosting events like happy hours. Catering to over 260 offices and supporting 300,000 employees each month, Crafty streamlines food, beverage, and supply management for in-office, remote, and hybrid teams worldwide. By partnering with global brands, Crafty aims to improve productivity and workplace satisfaction.

Airhouse

Series A in 2022
Airhouse is an end-to-end fulfillment solution for ecommerce companies. With a software platform that automates the heavy lifting of getting products in the hands of customers, Airhouse lets entrepreneurs focus on what they’re best at. Onboarding takes minutes and there’s no need for a team with operational or engineering expertise. Through a synced Shopify account, Airhouse’s software evaluates store data to create a holistic view of the business and where its customers are. Brands are then matched with warehouses in Airhouse’s partner network that make the most sense for the business, with their inventory shipped to the partner facility as fast as the same day. Airhouse then creates a custom technical configuration for each business tailored directly to their needs and growth strategy. From there, as new orders come in, the entire fulfillment process—from factory to front door—is efficiently and affordably managed by Airhouse. From a single dashboard, brands have complete visibility on inventory, so they know what products are where and which are running low in real time. It’s like having an all-in-one, cloud-based warehouse that maintains itself—an Airhouse.

Dorian

Series A in 2022
Dorian Inc. is a company that develops a no-code platform aimed at enabling writers, particularly those targeting a female-first audience, to transform their narratives into interactive games. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Dorian's platform allows users to create characters and backgrounds using a variety of visual assets or to upload their own, all through an intuitive flowchart-style interface. This innovative approach not only allows writers to engage with their audience more personally but also provides them with opportunities to monetize their interactive content. By catering to the entertainment sector, Dorian empowers creators to connect with fans and participate in a game economy format.

Mathison

Series A in 2022
Mathison is a technology company that specializes in diversity hiring and retention. Its platform provides a comprehensive solution for organizations looking to enhance their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. This includes tools for top-of-funnel diversity sourcing, bias reduction in hiring processes, and strategies to engage the entire team in diversity initiatives. Mathison's services cater to a variety of clients, including well-known brands, and focus on sourcing underrepresented candidates while ensuring job seekers' identities are protected. The platform also functions as a recruitment marketplace, centralizing talent networks to facilitate personalized job opportunities and effective DEI strategy management.

Canal

Series A in 2022
Canal is engaged in building a curated network of brands that are ready to unlock novel revenue streams wherein it reaches consumers at the point of purchase intent while shopping instead of post-purchase.

Gumball

Series A in 2022
Gumball connects advertisers with podcast hosts to make it happen in a few clicks.

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.

WorkWhile

Series A in 2022
WorkWhile is an hourly labor technology platform that connects workers with flexible job opportunities across various sectors, including warehouse, light industrial, delivery, hospitality, food production, and event services. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the platform utilizes cognitive science and behavioral analysis to effectively match workers to shifts that align with their skills, availability, and location. In addition to facilitating job placements, WorkWhile offers workers benefits such as next-day pay and sick leave credits, enhancing their overall experience. The platform also provides employers with access to a pre-screened workforce, helping them efficiently fill open positions ranging from last-minute shifts to full-time roles.

Diamond Age

Series A in 2022
Diamond Age is focused on automating the home construction process to address labor shortages within the production housing industry. The company employs a Robotics-as-a-Service model that integrates 3D printing, mechatronics, and robotics, significantly reducing construction times from nine months to just thirty days. By developing advanced robotic tools, Diamond Age aims to minimize the manual labor needed in home building. Additionally, the company collaborates directly with landholders to streamline the supply chain, facilitating more affordable housing options for home buyers. Through these innovative approaches, Diamond Age seeks to unlock substantial growth potential in the housing market.

Glue

Series A in 2022
Glue is a business that specializes in enhancing employee engagement and fostering connections within teams. The company offers a platform that addresses challenges faced by remote employees by providing a range of virtual experiences, team gifting options, and curated activities. These services are designed to improve team cohesion, build a positive workplace culture, and boost morale among employees. Glue's approach emphasizes personalized and engaging experiences that help organizations strengthen relationships among team members, making it easier for companies to create a more connected and motivated workforce.

Rain AI

Venture Round in 2022
Rain AI is a semiconductor company that specializes in the development of energy-efficient hardware for artificial intelligence applications. It focuses on creating neuromorphic chips that draw inspiration from the architecture of the human brain, aiming to enhance the efficiency of AI processing. Rain AI's technology is designed to be adaptable for various applications, ranging from data centers to edge devices, thereby supporting the increasing demand for sustainable computing solutions. The company also develops learning algorithms and scaling architecture for a comprehensive neuromorphic roadmap, allowing for the creation of physical artificial neural networks. This innovation enables companies to build processors that operate with reduced costs while paving the way toward the development of advanced artificial intelligence systems.

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.

Frost Giant Studios

Series A in 2022
Frost Giant Studios, Inc. is a game development studio based in Malibu, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in creating real-time strategy (RTS) games for competitive play on personal computers. Drawing on the expertise of its founders, who have contributed to acclaimed titles like StarCraft II, Frost Giant Studios aims to innovate within the RTS genre while maintaining its core mechanics. The studio focuses on developing games that resonate with both new and existing fans, actively incorporating player feedback to enhance the gaming experience. Their latest release, Stormgate, exemplifies their commitment to quality and accessibility in the RTS market, aiming to broaden the audience for competitive gaming and esports.

Bokksu

Series A in 2022
Bokksu is the only Japanese snack and tea subscription box that delivers gourmet cultural experiences through authentic storytelling. We directly partner with local snack makers across Japan to deliver both their snacks and their stories to people everywhere, which sustains and empowers local communities while spreading their traditional craft, culture, and history to the world.

Civitech

Series A in 2022
Civitech is a political technology startup focused on leveraging technology to address civic challenges and enhance democratic participation. Established in 2019 and based in Austin, Texas, the company develops a range of integrated technology and data solutions aimed at supporting democratic candidates, progressive causes, and local governments. Its flagship product, CampaignOS, serves as a comprehensive campaign integration platform that facilitates collaboration among candidates, staff members, and volunteers. By providing tools that streamline campaign management and increase civic engagement, Civitech aims to promote a fairer and more equitable democracy.

Azibo

Series A in 2022
Azibo is a financial services platform for rental properties that provides solutions for rent collection, banking, lending, and insurance. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.

Ockam

Series A in 2022
Ockam Inc. is a provider of a serverless platform designed for secure Internet-of-Things (IoT) development. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers tools that enable the interconnection of hardware with software services, facilitating secure information exchange among connected systems. Ockam's platform manages identities, cryptographic keys, and credentials for devices and services while optimizing connectivity and messaging. It simplifies the development process by eliminating the complexities of system administration, such as managing IP backlogs and setting up public APIs. The platform is open-source, secure-by-design, and built in Rust, allowing for robust end-to-end encryption, key management, and mutual authentication. Ockam connects application developers, system integrators, hardware engineers, and cloud service product managers, providing a cohesive environment for building trustworthy applications across diverse networks.

Prevedere

Venture Round in 2022
Prevedere, Inc. is a predictive analytics company that specializes in business performance forecasting software. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California, Prevedere provides a range of services including industry outlook reports, consumer behavior data, and predictive insights. The company's platform helps businesses monitor economic, environmental, and consumer behavior data to identify leading indicators for revenue and profit, thereby aiding in informed decision-making. Prevedere's offerings include predictive marketing analytics, financial forecasting intelligence, and demand planning solutions. The company also develops proprietary systems and APIs that integrate diverse data sources to ensure data accuracy and relevance. With a team comprising industry experts, data scientists, and economists, Prevedere supports organizations in navigating an ever-evolving market landscape.

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.

Sonic Incytes

Series A in 2021
Sonic Incytes is a medical device start-up company developing quantitative ultrasound for point-of-care diagnostic and procedure guidance. our mission to enable routine assessment and management of liver health, with diagnostic accuracy you can count on.

Limbix

Series A in 2021
Limbix is a prescription digital therapeutic company focused on developing mental health treatments specifically for adolescents. The company combines clinical expertise with technological innovation, leveraging a diverse team of clinicians, product designers, researchers, and engineers to create effective therapeutic solutions. Limbix's flagship product, SparkRx, is a digital therapeutic designed to assist licensed healthcare professionals in treating young patients dealing with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. By offering evidence-based interventions, Limbix aims to enhance the lives of teenagers facing mental health challenges.

Swiftline

Series A in 2021
Swiftline is a developer of data-driven software tools aimed at supporting e-commerce sellers through integrated, science-backed solutions. The company provides a comprehensive suite of applications that facilitate automated optimization strategies, business-building services, and access to growth capital. By partnering with leading platforms, Swiftline enhances the financial health of e-commerce businesses and assists them in addressing the unique challenges of the online marketplace and direct-to-consumer ecosystems. This approach empowers sellers to advance their operations and achieve sustainable growth.

Doorvest

Series A in 2021
Doorvest is a full-service real estate investing platform that helps busy working professionals own passive income rental homes. The company is an end-to-end rental home investing platform that helps individuals own real estate to generate passive income and build equity. Its platform assists in investing in cash flowing rental homes by properly identifying, planning, purchasing, and owning lease houses that enable users to unlock homeownership, passive income, and equity by investing in properties online.

Struum

Series A in 2021
Struum is an innovative streaming platform that offers viewers access to thousands of shows and movies from over 60 different services through a single monthly subscription. The platform simplifies the streaming experience by allowing users to search and discover content across various brands while redeeming credits for new programming. Struum features a diverse array of content, including documentaries, indie films, lifestyle series, classic films, true crime, LGBTQ+, and multicultural programming, as well as popular TV shows and movies. By acting as an aggregator, Struum enables consumers to effortlessly explore and enjoy a wide range of entertainment options, ensuring they stay informed and entertained. For more information, visit www.struum.com.

Valera Health

Venture Round in 2021
Valera Health, established in 2015, operates a behavioral healthcare platform focused on delivering personalized mental health services to individuals with a range of conditions from mild to severe, including depression and schizophrenia. The company integrates digital technology and data science with traditional clinical services to enhance patient outcomes and address the needs of hard-to-reach populations. By providing a comprehensive approach that combines therapy, medication, and continuous connectivity with care teams, Valera Health aims to offer efficient mental healthcare solutions, particularly for employers seeking to improve access to mental health support for their employees.

Hone

Series A in 2021
Hone is a live learning platform for management training that cultivates soft skills with hard data. Hone blends the best of expert-led small group training, peer learning, continuous reinforcement, and a technology platform to develop better leaders, managers, and teammates for today’s workplace. The company's platform helps to expand, connect, and let leaders analyze the impact of the training on the organization to provide improvement for team development. Hone was established in 2018 by Tom Griffiths and Savina Perez in Encinitas, California.

Steady

Series A in 2021
Steady is a Berlin-based platform that enables independent content creators, such as podcasters, bloggers, and open source developers, to monetize their communities through paid memberships. Many creators struggle with unreliable advertising revenue and donations, making it difficult to sustain their work. By facilitating direct transactions between creators and their audiences, Steady offers a solution that transforms these communities into paying memberships. The platform operates on a model similar to Shopify, taking a share from each transaction to support its services. With a team composed of developers, designers, journalists, and entrepreneurs, Steady aims to empower creators by providing the tools necessary for financial stability and growth.

Candy

Series A in 2021
Candy Digital is a rapidly growing company specializing in digital collectibles, particularly in the realm of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Launched in 2021 by notable figures including Fanatics and Gary Vaynerchuk, Candy Digital focuses on creating officially licensed sports NFTs while also expanding into art, entertainment, and music. The company aims to engage fans by offering authentic digital assets that connect them to their passions. In addition to enabling the purchase, sale, and trade of these collectibles, Candy collaborates with athletes, artists, and content creators to produce unique NFT offerings. Led by CEO Scott Lawin, Candy Digital is committed to providing secure and sustainable services within its NFT ecosystem.

BIOMILQ

Series A in 2021
BIOMILQ is a Durham, North Carolina-based startup founded in 2020 that specializes in producing nutritionally equivalent human breast milk using cultured human mammary cells. The company has developed a mammary biomanufacturing platform aimed at creating bioauthentic human milk ingredients that support better health outcomes for infants. By leveraging advanced technology, BIOMILQ provides an alternative for mothers and caregivers seeking a nutritious and sustainable feeding option, promoting essential aspects of infant development, including immune, gut, and neurological health. The company's innovative approach empowers families with a comprehensive solution for early-life nutrition.

Kion

Series A in 2021
Kion is a cloud enablement solution designed to help organizations simplify management and governance activities to realize the full benefits of the cloud. Wherever you are on your cloud journey, Kion empowers organizations to go farther, faster.
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