Initialized II

Initialized II is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Initialized Capital Management, based in San Francisco, California. Launched in 2012, the fund focuses on investing in the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors within the United States. Initialized II targets investments ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 in startups that are in their early stages, typically with zero to ten employees. The firm has a history of fostering innovation and growth, contributing to the creation of substantial market value across its portfolio companies. Initialized Capital manages several funds and has accumulated over $770 million in assets, reflecting its commitment to supporting emerging technology enterprises.

Alejandra Calvo

Associate

Kim-Mai Cutler

Partner

Alda Leu Dennis

General Partner

Alina Libova

General Partner

Marinda Luk

CFO

Abdul Ly

Principal

Anson MacKinney

Associate

Andrew Sather

Principal

Andrew Sather

Principal

Parul Singh

Partner

Kat Steinmetz

Principal

Daniel Tovbin

Associate

Julianna Vitolo

Venture Investor

Jennifer Wolf

Managing Partner

Jen Wolf

Managing Partner

Past deals in Recruiting

Torch

Series C in 2022
Torch is a leadership development platform with integrated coaching, software, and feedback to raise high performers to the next level. It was founded by a team of executive coaches and experienced psychologists who are passionate about helping senior leaders perform at their highest level. Torch is on a mission to empower leaders to build high growth, high-performance cultures by building the awareness and skills required to manage and lead effectively. Our proven model blends human intelligence and digital technology to accelerate talent development and deliver measurable leadership outcomes.

Envoy

Series C in 2022
Envoy is transforming modern workplaces by providing software solutions that enhance the office experience. Operating in over 13,000 locations worldwide, the company offers tools that help organizations manage visitor interactions and deliveries efficiently. Prominent companies like Slack, Asana, Pinterest, and Warby Parker utilize Envoy's services to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests while ensuring security and compliance. The Envoy Visitors platform supports over 100,000 daily sign-ins, facilitating a seamless check-in process that prioritizes safety and organization. Additionally, Envoy Deliveries streamlines package management, preventing mailroom congestion and communication delays. With a focus on connecting people, spaces, and data, Envoy enables organizations to make informed decisions about workplace occupancy and utilization, ultimately fostering a productive work environment.

Rippling

Series C in 2021
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.

The Mom Project

Series C in 2021
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Eqtble

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a human resource analytics platform designed to help companies gain insights from employee data. The company's platform specializes in connecting an array of systems to offer insights into the workforce, talent, engagement and compensation structure, enabling businesses to analyze the disconnected data sources and build a standardized data layer affordably and cost-effectively.

Gloria

Seed Round in 2021
Gloria develops a soccer scouting application that enables players to share their videos and get discovered. Gloria is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Career Karma

Series A in 2020
Career Karma, Inc. is a company that provides an application designed to help individuals discover coding courses and bootcamps. The platform enables users to browse a wide range of programs in areas such as web development, software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and more. By offering free coaching and peer mentorship, Career Karma supports over 150,000 members in navigating their career transitions. The application features a directory of approximately 9,000 bootcamps and trade schools, allowing users to compare courses and read student reviews to find the best fit for their needs. Additionally, the mobile app facilitates connections with current students and alumni, further assisting users in preparing for admission and achieving their career goals. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Career Karma aims to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to enhance their skills and advance their careers in technology.

Rippling

Series B in 2020
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.

The Mom Project

Series B in 2020
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Guilded

Series A in 2020
Guilded, Inc. is a company that creates a chat platform specifically aimed at competitive gaming and esports, helping gamers stay organized and connected with their teams. Launched in 2016 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Guilded offers tools that streamline communication and collaboration among gaming groups. The platform features integrated event calendars, forums, and document creation, allowing users to manage events and organize servers effectively. By providing resources that facilitate team recruitment and strategy discussions, Guilded enhances the overall online gaming experience for players and teams alike.

Gloria

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Gloria develops a soccer scouting application that enables players to share their videos and get discovered. Gloria is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

WorkRamp

Series A in 2019
WorkRamp, Inc. develops a software for enterprises to onboard, train, and certify their employees. It offers WorkRamp, a software that provides templates that are used as starting point for the training needs. The company’s software also enables managers, mentors, and buddies to collaborate in real-time; and used to implement, track, and manage the training program. In addition, its solutions are used for onboarding programs, ongoing training, and certify the team members. WorkRamp, Inc. was formerly known as Bulletin Board IO, Inc. and changed its name to WorkRamp, Inc. in November 2015. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Carlos, California.

Triplebyte

Series B in 2019
Triplebyte is a recruiting and technical screening platform for tech companies. They believe the current technical hiring process doesn't do enough to help engineers show their strengths. They're dedicated to building a better process. You can read more about their views on hiring in their manifesto.

Rippling

Series A in 2019
Rippling is a human resource management company that streamlines various employee-related processes, including payroll, benefits, device management, and application access. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rippling offers a platform that automates manual tasks, such as the onboarding of new hires. In a matter of 90 seconds, businesses can set up or disable employee payroll, health insurance, and access to essential third-party applications like Gmail, Microsoft Office, and Slack. By unifying all employee systems, Rippling effectively reduces administrative burdens, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities.

Torch

Series A in 2019
Torch is a leadership development platform with integrated coaching, software, and feedback to raise high performers to the next level. It was founded by a team of executive coaches and experienced psychologists who are passionate about helping senior leaders perform at their highest level. Torch is on a mission to empower leaders to build high growth, high-performance cultures by building the awareness and skills required to manage and lead effectively. Our proven model blends human intelligence and digital technology to accelerate talent development and deliver measurable leadership outcomes.

Bellhop

Series C in 2018
Bellhops, Inc. is a rapidly growing moving services company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing loading and unloading services for trucks, trailers, storage units, and mobile storage containers, as well as heavy lifting services. Bellhops connects college students with individuals and businesses in need of moving assistance through its user-friendly online platform and mobile application. The company caters to small and medium-scale moves and operates in 55 cities across the United States, with plans for further expansion. By leveraging technology, Bellhops aims to enhance customer experiences and offer competitive pricing compared to traditional moving services in the $18 billion industry.

The Mom Project

Series A in 2018
The Mom Project, Inc. is a digital marketplace that connects women with companies seeking to fill various roles across fields such as marketing, finance, technology, and project management. Founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the platform serves a community of over 275,000 professionals and more than 2,000 companies, focusing on helping mothers stay active in the workforce. The Mom Project not only provides job opportunities tailored to the needs of working mothers but also offers companies insights into their workplace practices regarding women, along with recommendations to improve conditions for mothers and their employees. By facilitating connections and advocating for better workplace policies, The Mom Project aims to create a more supportive environment for women and redefine career trajectories that align with their personal goals.

Envoy

Series B in 2018
Envoy is transforming modern workplaces by providing software solutions that enhance the office experience. Operating in over 13,000 locations worldwide, the company offers tools that help organizations manage visitor interactions and deliveries efficiently. Prominent companies like Slack, Asana, Pinterest, and Warby Parker utilize Envoy's services to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests while ensuring security and compliance. The Envoy Visitors platform supports over 100,000 daily sign-ins, facilitating a seamless check-in process that prioritizes safety and organization. Additionally, Envoy Deliveries streamlines package management, preventing mailroom congestion and communication delays. With a focus on connecting people, spaces, and data, Envoy enables organizations to make informed decisions about workplace occupancy and utilization, ultimately fostering a productive work environment.

RankScience

Seed Round in 2018
RankScience is a continuous-optimization platform that improves website SEO through automatic A/B testing and data science.

Triplebyte

Series A in 2018
Triplebyte is a recruiting and technical screening platform for tech companies. They believe the current technical hiring process doesn't do enough to help engineers show their strengths. They're dedicated to building a better process. You can read more about their views on hiring in their manifesto.

Torch

Seed Round in 2017
Torch is a leadership development platform with integrated coaching, software, and feedback to raise high performers to the next level. It was founded by a team of executive coaches and experienced psychologists who are passionate about helping senior leaders perform at their highest level. Torch is on a mission to empower leaders to build high growth, high-performance cultures by building the awareness and skills required to manage and lead effectively. Our proven model blends human intelligence and digital technology to accelerate talent development and deliver measurable leadership outcomes.

Guilded

Seed Round in 2017
Guilded, Inc. is a company that creates a chat platform specifically aimed at competitive gaming and esports, helping gamers stay organized and connected with their teams. Launched in 2016 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Guilded offers tools that streamline communication and collaboration among gaming groups. The platform features integrated event calendars, forums, and document creation, allowing users to manage events and organize servers effectively. By providing resources that facilitate team recruitment and strategy discussions, Guilded enhances the overall online gaming experience for players and teams alike.

Upcall

Seed Round in 2017
Upcall, Inc. is a company that specializes in an outbound calling platform designed for business professionals, non-profits, and individuals worldwide. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, with a headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, Upcall provides tools and services that help companies acquire, qualify, engage, and retain customers through effective phone calls. The platform offers 24/7 access to thousands of vetted callers, call campaign management tools such as script templates and analytics, and seamless integrations with existing workflows like Slack and Salesforce. Upcall's services enhance lead generation and customer engagement by enabling real-time communication, performance tracking, and budget monitoring, thus helping businesses optimize their outbound calling efforts. The company is also recognized for its participation in the esteemed Y Combinator accelerator program.

WorkRamp

Seed Round in 2016
WorkRamp, Inc. develops a software for enterprises to onboard, train, and certify their employees. It offers WorkRamp, a software that provides templates that are used as starting point for the training needs. The company’s software also enables managers, mentors, and buddies to collaborate in real-time; and used to implement, track, and manage the training program. In addition, its solutions are used for onboarding programs, ongoing training, and certify the team members. WorkRamp, Inc. was formerly known as Bulletin Board IO, Inc. and changed its name to WorkRamp, Inc. in November 2015. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Carlos, California.

Mentat

Seed Round in 2016
Mentat is a company that offers a job application platform designed to streamline the job search process. Utilizing machine learning technology, the platform assists users by rewriting their resumes and generating customized cover letters tailored to specific job applications. Additionally, Mentat provides a service that allows users to apply for jobs on their behalf, simplifying the job-seeking experience. The company's aim is to create a more efficient and effective pathway for individuals to secure better employment opportunities.

LeadGenius

Series B in 2016
LeadGenius, Inc. is a lead generation and outreach company that serves businesses, development organizations, nonprofits, and researchers both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2011 and based in Berkeley, California, LeadGenius offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes customer research to generate targeted lead lists, data enrichment to ensure the accuracy and relevance of lead information, and lead qualification to identify viable prospects. Additionally, the company provides outbound email prospecting to facilitate sales outreach. With its end-to-end sales solution, LeadGenius assists sales teams in efficiently growing and scaling their operations throughout the sales process, ultimately enhancing their ability to convert leads into customers.

Bannerman

Venture Round in 2015
Bannerman Security has transformed the private security industry by establishing an innovative marketplace that connects clients with highly qualified security professionals. The company provides a platform that allows residential, office, retail, and facility managers to easily find, hire, and manage security services online. Bannerman screens all applicants to ensure that every security guard meets the necessary qualifications and possesses relevant certifications and experience, thereby guaranteeing a high standard of safety and quality for its clients. The platform also features a web dashboard for viewing and editing guard schedules, as well as a mobile application for added convenience, making the process of securing physical security efficient and straightforward.

Bellhop

Series A in 2014
Bellhops, Inc. is a rapidly growing moving services company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing loading and unloading services for trucks, trailers, storage units, and mobile storage containers, as well as heavy lifting services. Bellhops connects college students with individuals and businesses in need of moving assistance through its user-friendly online platform and mobile application. The company caters to small and medium-scale moves and operates in 55 cities across the United States, with plans for further expansion. By leveraging technology, Bellhops aims to enhance customer experiences and offer competitive pricing compared to traditional moving services in the $18 billion industry.

Bellhop

Series A in 2014
Bellhops, Inc. is a rapidly growing moving services company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing loading and unloading services for trucks, trailers, storage units, and mobile storage containers, as well as heavy lifting services. Bellhops connects college students with individuals and businesses in need of moving assistance through its user-friendly online platform and mobile application. The company caters to small and medium-scale moves and operates in 55 cities across the United States, with plans for further expansion. By leveraging technology, Bellhops aims to enhance customer experiences and offer competitive pricing compared to traditional moving services in the $18 billion industry.

LeadGenius

Series A in 2014
LeadGenius, Inc. is a lead generation and outreach company that serves businesses, development organizations, nonprofits, and researchers both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2011 and based in Berkeley, California, LeadGenius offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes customer research to generate targeted lead lists, data enrichment to ensure the accuracy and relevance of lead information, and lead qualification to identify viable prospects. Additionally, the company provides outbound email prospecting to facilitate sales outreach. With its end-to-end sales solution, LeadGenius assists sales teams in efficiently growing and scaling their operations throughout the sales process, ultimately enhancing their ability to convert leads into customers.

Bannerman

Seed Round in 2014
Bannerman Security has transformed the private security industry by establishing an innovative marketplace that connects clients with highly qualified security professionals. The company provides a platform that allows residential, office, retail, and facility managers to easily find, hire, and manage security services online. Bannerman screens all applicants to ensure that every security guard meets the necessary qualifications and possesses relevant certifications and experience, thereby guaranteeing a high standard of safety and quality for its clients. The platform also features a web dashboard for viewing and editing guard schedules, as well as a mobile application for added convenience, making the process of securing physical security efficient and straightforward.

Bellhop

Angel Round in 2014
Bellhops, Inc. is a rapidly growing moving services company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing loading and unloading services for trucks, trailers, storage units, and mobile storage containers, as well as heavy lifting services. Bellhops connects college students with individuals and businesses in need of moving assistance through its user-friendly online platform and mobile application. The company caters to small and medium-scale moves and operates in 55 cities across the United States, with plans for further expansion. By leveraging technology, Bellhops aims to enhance customer experiences and offer competitive pricing compared to traditional moving services in the $18 billion industry.

Ambition

Seed Round in 2014
Ambition Solutions, LLC is a software company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, established in 2013. It provides an agile sales management platform designed to enhance performance for remote and in-office teams. The platform allows organizations to categorize employees by functional roles and set benchmarks to generate the Ambition Score, a metric that reflects overall performance. Ambition promotes transparency by enabling real-time monitoring of performance and momentum, which helps sales leaders coach their teams more effectively while reducing management burdens. The company's focus on positive accountability and team inspiration aims to create a goal-oriented environment that fosters economic opportunity and flexibility, thereby optimizing remote work success.

Prophecy Sciences

Seed Round in 2014
Prophecy Sciences specializes in a neuroscience-based assessment platform designed to evaluate cognitive factors that influence workplace performance. The platform integrates cognitive games, biometric signals, and machine learning algorithms to provide insights into employee potential. By harnessing neuroscience, Prophecy Sciences aims to assist organizations in making informed hiring decisions and developing high-performing teams.

Emissary

Seed Round in 2013
Emissary, Inc. operates an online platform that connects sales professionals with former executives from targeted companies, facilitating the exchange of advice and introductions. This hybrid SaaS marketplace enables sales teams to access valuable insights from individuals, known as emissaries, who possess firsthand knowledge of the organization's dynamics, decision-making processes, and internal politics. By leveraging the expertise of these former executives, Emissary helps clients navigate the sales process more effectively and close opportunities more swiftly. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Emissary was previously known as Leroy Technologies, Inc., a name it adopted in February 2017.

Envoy

Seed Round in 2013
Envoy is transforming modern workplaces by providing software solutions that enhance the office experience. Operating in over 13,000 locations worldwide, the company offers tools that help organizations manage visitor interactions and deliveries efficiently. Prominent companies like Slack, Asana, Pinterest, and Warby Parker utilize Envoy's services to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests while ensuring security and compliance. The Envoy Visitors platform supports over 100,000 daily sign-ins, facilitating a seamless check-in process that prioritizes safety and organization. Additionally, Envoy Deliveries streamlines package management, preventing mailroom congestion and communication delays. With a focus on connecting people, spaces, and data, Envoy enables organizations to make informed decisions about workplace occupancy and utilization, ultimately fostering a productive work environment.

Envoy

Seed Round in 2013
Envoy is transforming modern workplaces by providing software solutions that enhance the office experience. Operating in over 13,000 locations worldwide, the company offers tools that help organizations manage visitor interactions and deliveries efficiently. Prominent companies like Slack, Asana, Pinterest, and Warby Parker utilize Envoy's services to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests while ensuring security and compliance. The Envoy Visitors platform supports over 100,000 daily sign-ins, facilitating a seamless check-in process that prioritizes safety and organization. Additionally, Envoy Deliveries streamlines package management, preventing mailroom congestion and communication delays. With a focus on connecting people, spaces, and data, Envoy enables organizations to make informed decisions about workplace occupancy and utilization, ultimately fostering a productive work environment.

Lever

Venture Round in 2012
Lever, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in talent acquisition software aimed at mid-sized and enterprise organizations. Its primary product, Lever Hire, integrates applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities into a single platform. The software facilitates the entire hiring process, allowing teams to post jobs, source candidates, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions. Additionally, Lever offers a suite of tools that enhance recruitment marketing and analytics, including Lever Nurture, Lever Talent Intelligence, and Lever Data Warehouse Sync. With a diverse clientele that includes notable companies such as Netflix, Mercedes-Benz, KPMG, and Spotify, Lever has established itself as a prominent player in the recruitment technology sector.

Perceptual Networks

Convertible Note in 2012
Perceptual Networks was formed to make it easy for everyone to find the best people for them to meet next in their lives. Whether you are looking for an employee, a golf buddy, a spouse or a roommate, they're making apps for that.

Lever

Seed Round in 2012
Lever, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in talent acquisition software aimed at mid-sized and enterprise organizations. Its primary product, Lever Hire, integrates applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities into a single platform. The software facilitates the entire hiring process, allowing teams to post jobs, source candidates, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions. Additionally, Lever offers a suite of tools that enhance recruitment marketing and analytics, including Lever Nurture, Lever Talent Intelligence, and Lever Data Warehouse Sync. With a diverse clientele that includes notable companies such as Netflix, Mercedes-Benz, KPMG, and Spotify, Lever has established itself as a prominent player in the recruitment technology sector.
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