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Saqib Awan
Partner
Mercedes Bent
Partner
Akshay Bhushan
Partner
Guru Chahal
Partner
Yoni Cheifetz
Partner
Shelley Chu
Partner
James Ephrati
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Gaurav Gupta
Partner
David Gussarsky
Partner
Galym Imanbayev
Partner
Nnamdi Iregbulem
Partner
Raviraj Jain
Partner
Arif Janmohamed
Partner
Ansaf Kareem
Partner
Dev Khare
Partner
Harsha Kumar
Associate Partner
Pinn Lawjindakul
Partner
Pachara Lawjindakul
Partner
Will Leas
Partner
Jeremy Liew
Partner
Jonathan MacQuitty
Venture Partner
Hemant Mohapatra
Partner
Andrew Moley
Operating Partner and CFO
Tal Morgenstern
Partner
Justin Overdorff
Partner
Nicole Quinn
General Partner
Christopher Schaepe
Co-Founder
Shan Shan
Partner
Shuvi Shrivastava
Partner
Adam Smith
Partner
Bejul Somaia
Partner
Rahul Taneja
Partner
Anoushka Vaswani
Partner
Rytis Vitkauskas
Partner
Jerry Ye
Partner, Data Platform
Connor Love
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Peter Nieh
Partner and Co-Founder
John Thompson
Venture Partner
James Alcorn
Partner
Alex Taussig
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Past deals in Shopping
Faircado
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Faircado operates a sustainable shopping platform designed to enhance the circularity of produced goods by promoting second-hand purchases. The platform employs a smart algorithm that aggregates offers from major pre-owned marketplaces, allowing users to compare prices and sustainability scores of second-hand items across various categories, including electronics and books. This centralized approach enables consumers to make informed decisions while shopping, ultimately saving time, money, and resources. Faircado's commitment to reducing waste aligns with its mission to foster a more sustainable shopping experience.
Yaysay
Seed Round in 2023
Yaysay is a first-of-its-kind shopping software that mixes AI-powered customization with gamification to enhance the off-price shopping experience.
Cosmart
Seed Round in 2022
Cosmart is a technology-driven e-commerce platform based in Kembangan Selatan, Jakarta, that focuses on providing a diverse selection of household products. Founded in 2022, the company operates on a membership model, allowing customers to purchase items in bulk at reduced prices. By leveraging technology and data, Cosmart aims to streamline the shopping experience, helping users save time and money on their recurring expenditures. The platform is designed to alleviate the mental burden associated with regular purchasing, offering a convenient solution for consumers looking to manage their household needs efficiently.
Muni Tienda
Series A in 2022
Muni Tienda is the first community group buying platform in Latin America, the system aims to provide convenience and savings to the region's middle class households.
Magicpin
Series D in 2021
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Frubana
Series C in 2021
Frubana is a digital platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, that connects restaurants and small retailers with agricultural suppliers. Founded in 2018, the company aims to streamline the procurement process by enabling direct transactions between restaurants and farmers, eliminating intermediaries to enhance price transparency and reduce trade barriers. In addition to facilitating the purchase of food products, Frubana offers tools for restaurants to digitize their menus and websites, including the creation of "Virtual Frubana Menus" that utilize QR codes for easy sharing with customers. Through its comprehensive services, Frubana supports the food supply chain, making it more efficient for both suppliers and businesses in the urban food market.
Magicpin
Venture Round in 2021
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Frubana
Series B in 2021
Frubana is a digital platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, that connects restaurants and small retailers with agricultural suppliers. Founded in 2018, the company aims to streamline the procurement process by enabling direct transactions between restaurants and farmers, eliminating intermediaries to enhance price transparency and reduce trade barriers. In addition to facilitating the purchase of food products, Frubana offers tools for restaurants to digitize their menus and websites, including the creation of "Virtual Frubana Menus" that utilize QR codes for easy sharing with customers. Through its comprehensive services, Frubana supports the food supply chain, making it more efficient for both suppliers and businesses in the urban food market.
Shappi
Seed Round in 2021
Shappi empowers Latin American consumers to obtain delivery of their U.S. products in a faster, affordable, and more reliable way by connecting them to Verified Travelers returning from the U.S. to their destination. Shappi eliminates the logistical nightmare and sky-high shipping costs that many people incur when ordering from abroad. Shappi is committed to making it easier to obtain products from other countries while giving travelers the opportunity to earn money as they travel.
Firework
Series A in 2021
Firework provides video commerce solutions designed for websites, applications, and retail environments. The company operates a storytelling platform that facilitates live streaming videos directly on websites. This platform includes features such as in-video shopping, lead generation, and live-streaming events. Additionally, it allows brands to import and edit videos, enhancing their ability to engage and convert visitors on their websites. Through these offerings, Firework aims to enrich the online shopping experience and drive customer interaction.
Magicpin
Series D in 2020
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Magicpin
Series C in 2020
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Verishop
Series B in 2020
Verishop is a premium lifestyle destination for everyday luxury in fashion, beauty, home and more. Verishop aims to be a go-to lifestyle shopping destination whenever the customer in search of elevated brands and quality-driven products. The company is based in Santa Monica, California and founded in 2018.
Verishop
Venture Round in 2019
Verishop is a premium lifestyle destination for everyday luxury in fashion, beauty, home and more. Verishop aims to be a go-to lifestyle shopping destination whenever the customer in search of elevated brands and quality-driven products. The company is based in Santa Monica, California and founded in 2018.
Perromart
Seed Round in 2019
PerroMart SG is a retailer based in Singapore, specializing in pet products for cats and dogs. Founded in 2015, the company operates primarily as an online pet supply store, offering a wide range of items including food, treats, toys, healthcare products, hygiene items, and accessories. In addition to selling pet supplies, PerroMart provides a platform for services such as dog training, grooming, boarding, and adoption, aiming to enhance the overall well-being of pets. Their delivery service ensures that customers receive products conveniently at their doorstep.
Storie
Seed Round in 2019
Storie is a one-stop lifestyle community platform that answers consumer questions with useful and inspiring content and user-generated reviews. Users can search and share firsthand experiences, photos, and frank reviews to help community members make the right decision about lifestyle products and services.
Verishop
Series B in 2019
Verishop is a premium lifestyle destination for everyday luxury in fashion, beauty, home and more. Verishop aims to be a go-to lifestyle shopping destination whenever the customer in search of elevated brands and quality-driven products. The company is based in Santa Monica, California and founded in 2018.
Dote Shopping
Series B in 2019
Dote is a social shopping app. A place GenZ can connect, get inspired by and shop with their favorite social stars.Dote is a GenZ-focused social shopping app that allows anyone to become a fashion influencer. Post looks to earn coins, collaborate with top fashion and beauty influencers to produce content, and shop fromretail brands including Forever, Urban Outfitters, MAC cosmetics, and more. Lightspeed Venture Partners and Goodwater Ventures have invested in Dote in a Series B round.
Neuu Store
Seed Round in 2019
Neuu Retail (Bengaluru, India) is a new micro-retail company building a network of smart vending machines to service demand for ‘instant’ or ‘now’ commerce by offering a convenient, personalized and frictionless offline shopping experience.Developer of smart devices intended to make vending machines cashless. The company's device offers machine analytics, accepts physical credit/debit cards, wallet and online payments, enabling operators to make more sales with analytics and promotion software.
Verishop
Seed Round in 2018
Verishop is a premium lifestyle destination for everyday luxury in fashion, beauty, home and more. Verishop aims to be a go-to lifestyle shopping destination whenever the customer in search of elevated brands and quality-driven products. The company is based in Santa Monica, California and founded in 2018.
Magicpin
Series C in 2018
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Firework
Series A in 2018
Firework provides video commerce solutions designed for websites, applications, and retail environments. The company operates a storytelling platform that facilitates live streaming videos directly on websites. This platform includes features such as in-video shopping, lead generation, and live-streaming events. Additionally, it allows brands to import and edit videos, enhancing their ability to engage and convert visitors on their websites. Through these offerings, Firework aims to enrich the online shopping experience and drive customer interaction.
Xingbianli
Corporate Round in 2018
Xingbianli operates checkout-free convenience stores and snack bars primarily located in office environments. The company focuses on offering a variety of snacks, including drinks, biscuits, and instant noodles, catering specifically to the needs of office workers. Customers can conveniently make purchases using mobile payment options such as WeChat Pay and Alipay, enhancing the overall shopping experience. By providing self-service snack stands and smart convenience stores, Xingbianli aims to facilitate quick and easy access to snacks for consumers in professional settings.
Goop
Series C in 2018
Goop Inc. is a lifestyle brand that operates an online platform offering wellness advice, curated shopping, and lifestyle content. Founded in 2008 by Gwyneth Paltrow, Goop began as a newsletter sharing travel recommendations, health-focused recipes, and shopping finds, which has since evolved into a comprehensive lifestyle site. The platform features a selection of products including apparel, beauty items, skincare, and home goods, all sourced with an emphasis on quality and wellness. In addition to retail, Goop provides a wealth of digital content, such as beauty and makeup tips, cooking recipes, and wellness advice, along with travel information and design inspiration. By connecting its audience with expert insights and curated product offerings, Goop positions itself as a trusted resource for lifestyle enhancement.
Flip
Seed Round in 2017
FLIP is everyone’s sneaker connect — the premier specialty destination where people find and sell hard to find, rare, limited edition sneakers. They have created a community where their members can buy and sell with confidence and ease. Never miss out on an opportunity to place your bid on hard to find sneakers in 90 minutes from a curated list of quality sellers who really care. Their mobile only platform is currently available for your iPhone and coming soon to Android. They strive to keep an open and trusted environment for their community.
Dote Shopping
Series A in 2017
Dote is a social shopping app. A place GenZ can connect, get inspired by and shop with their favorite social stars.Dote is a GenZ-focused social shopping app that allows anyone to become a fashion influencer. Post looks to earn coins, collaborate with top fashion and beauty influencers to produce content, and shop fromretail brands including Forever, Urban Outfitters, MAC cosmetics, and more. Lightspeed Venture Partners and Goodwater Ventures have invested in Dote in a Series B round.
Magicpin
Series B in 2017
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Magicpin
Series A in 2016
Magicpin is an online discovery and savings platform focused on enhancing local shopping experiences in India. It connects users with nearby merchants, facilitating interactions and transactions through a user-friendly interface. The platform allows merchants to promote their unique offerings and increase revenue through real-time promotions, loyalty programs, and content updates. Users benefit from discovering local buzz, interesting events, and potential connections in their area. Additionally, Magicpin incentivizes user engagement by offering rewards in the form of points and cashback based on purchases and bill sharing. This innovative approach aims to redefine offline marketing and foster a vibrant local commerce ecosystem.
Craftsvilla
Series C in 2015
Craftsvilla Handicrafts Pvt Limited is an online marketplace based in Mumbai, India, specializing in Indian handmade, vintage, ethnic, organic, and natural products. Founded in 2011, the platform offers a diverse array of items, including sarees, bridal lehengas, salwar suits, jewelry, bags, home décor, bath and beauty products, and health-focused items. Craftsvilla aims to empower designers and artisans by providing them a platform to showcase their unique creations, thus promoting Indian culture and craftsmanship. The company emphasizes the use of quality raw materials, minimizing chemicals, and utilizing natural dyes, ensuring that each product undergoes rigorous quality checks. By connecting artisans and small businesses with customers worldwide, Craftsvilla aspires to create a global brand that celebrates the richness of Indian heritage.
Craftsvilla
Series B in 2015
Craftsvilla Handicrafts Pvt Limited is an online marketplace based in Mumbai, India, specializing in Indian handmade, vintage, ethnic, organic, and natural products. Founded in 2011, the platform offers a diverse array of items, including sarees, bridal lehengas, salwar suits, jewelry, bags, home décor, bath and beauty products, and health-focused items. Craftsvilla aims to empower designers and artisans by providing them a platform to showcase their unique creations, thus promoting Indian culture and craftsmanship. The company emphasizes the use of quality raw materials, minimizing chemicals, and utilizing natural dyes, ensuring that each product undergoes rigorous quality checks. By connecting artisans and small businesses with customers worldwide, Craftsvilla aspires to create a global brand that celebrates the richness of Indian heritage.
Limeroad
Series C in 2015
Limeroad is an online shopping platform that specializes in selling clothing and accessories for both men and women. The company offers a diverse range of products, including apparel, handbags, footwear, watches, and home furnishings. Limeroad aims to provide a unique shopping experience that allows customers to discover appealing products and express their personal style. The platform facilitates the creation of personalized collections and enables users to share their selections with friends for feedback. Additionally, Limeroad offers free shipping, ensuring that customers can receive their purchases conveniently. Through its innovative approach, Limeroad aspires to redefine online shopping in a manner that captivates and inspires its users.
Bonobos
Series D in 2014
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
Limeroad
Series B in 2014
Limeroad is an online shopping platform that specializes in selling clothing and accessories for both men and women. The company offers a diverse range of products, including apparel, handbags, footwear, watches, and home furnishings. Limeroad aims to provide a unique shopping experience that allows customers to discover appealing products and express their personal style. The platform facilitates the creation of personalized collections and enables users to share their selections with friends for feedback. Additionally, Limeroad offers free shipping, ensuring that customers can receive their purchases conveniently. Through its innovative approach, Limeroad aspires to redefine online shopping in a manner that captivates and inspires its users.
Fashionara
Series B in 2013
Fashionara offers a range of premium merchandise in fashion and lifestyle.
Bonobos
Venture Round in 2013
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
LivingSocial
Venture Round in 2013
LivingSocial is an online local marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. Founded by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko in 2007, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial features various categories including restaurants, events, sports and fitness, health and beauty services, travel, and shopping, along with a selection of coupons and gifts for different occasions. The platform emphasizes social commerce, allowing users to search for deals based on geographic location and earn rewards. LivingSocial serves a diverse clientele, including local merchants, national brands, and affiliates, and has been a subsidiary of Groupon since October 31, 2016.
Spreetales
Private Equity Round in 2012
Spreetales is a mobile shopping application whose operations are based in Los Altos, California.
Craftsvilla
Series A in 2012
Craftsvilla Handicrafts Pvt Limited is an online marketplace based in Mumbai, India, specializing in Indian handmade, vintage, ethnic, organic, and natural products. Founded in 2011, the platform offers a diverse array of items, including sarees, bridal lehengas, salwar suits, jewelry, bags, home décor, bath and beauty products, and health-focused items. Craftsvilla aims to empower designers and artisans by providing them a platform to showcase their unique creations, thus promoting Indian culture and craftsmanship. The company emphasizes the use of quality raw materials, minimizing chemicals, and utilizing natural dyes, ensuring that each product undergoes rigorous quality checks. By connecting artisans and small businesses with customers worldwide, Craftsvilla aspires to create a global brand that celebrates the richness of Indian heritage.
Fashionara
Series A in 2012
Fashionara offers a range of premium merchandise in fashion and lifestyle.
Bonobos
Venture Round in 2012
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
Ihaveu.com
Series B in 2012
Ihaveu.com Inc. is an online retail platform based in Tianjin, China, specializing in clothing and accessories. Founded in 2010, the company provides a luxury shopping experience, combining e-commerce with social networking features. Through its website, Ihaveu.com offers consumers a curated selection of high-end fashion items, catering to a discerning clientele seeking quality and style.
LivingSocial
Series F in 2011
LivingSocial is an online local marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. Founded by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko in 2007, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial features various categories including restaurants, events, sports and fitness, health and beauty services, travel, and shopping, along with a selection of coupons and gifts for different occasions. The platform emphasizes social commerce, allowing users to search for deals based on geographic location and earn rewards. LivingSocial serves a diverse clientele, including local merchants, national brands, and affiliates, and has been a subsidiary of Groupon since October 31, 2016.
Craftsvilla
Venture Round in 2011
Craftsvilla Handicrafts Pvt Limited is an online marketplace based in Mumbai, India, specializing in Indian handmade, vintage, ethnic, organic, and natural products. Founded in 2011, the platform offers a diverse array of items, including sarees, bridal lehengas, salwar suits, jewelry, bags, home décor, bath and beauty products, and health-focused items. Craftsvilla aims to empower designers and artisans by providing them a platform to showcase their unique creations, thus promoting Indian culture and craftsmanship. The company emphasizes the use of quality raw materials, minimizing chemicals, and utilizing natural dyes, ensuring that each product undergoes rigorous quality checks. By connecting artisans and small businesses with customers worldwide, Craftsvilla aspires to create a global brand that celebrates the richness of Indian heritage.
LivingSocial
Series E in 2011
LivingSocial is an online local marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. Founded by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko in 2007, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial features various categories including restaurants, events, sports and fitness, health and beauty services, travel, and shopping, along with a selection of coupons and gifts for different occasions. The platform emphasizes social commerce, allowing users to search for deals based on geographic location and earn rewards. LivingSocial serves a diverse clientele, including local merchants, national brands, and affiliates, and has been a subsidiary of Groupon since October 31, 2016.
MyBuys
Series C in 2011
MyBuys is a leading provider of cross-channel personalization solutions for retailers, based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in enhancing marketing effectiveness by analyzing individual shopper preferences and delivering tailored recommendations across various platforms, including e-commerce sites, email, display ads, mobile devices, and social media. With a robust cross-channel platform, MyBuys provides web recommendations and personalized alerts that leverage a patented portfolio of algorithms for real-time optimization. This allows businesses to engage customers effectively through acquisition, re-targeting, and reactivation strategies. More than 300 companies, including a significant number from the Internet Retailer Top 500, utilize MyBuys' services to drive sales and improve customer engagement.
Ihaveu.com
Venture Round in 2010
Ihaveu.com Inc. is an online retail platform based in Tianjin, China, specializing in clothing and accessories. Founded in 2010, the company provides a luxury shopping experience, combining e-commerce with social networking features. Through its website, Ihaveu.com offers consumers a curated selection of high-end fashion items, catering to a discerning clientele seeking quality and style.
Bonobos
Series B in 2010
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in providing a wide range of apparel including pants, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially made a name for itself with its signature line of better-fitting men's pants, and has since grown to become the largest apparel brand established online in the United States. The company offers various categories of clothing such as washed chinos, dress shirts, and casual wear, as well as a selection of accessories like belts, socks, and watches. Bonobos has expanded its presence by launching Guideshops, which provide personalized shopping experiences, and by partnering with major retailers like Nordstrom to increase its distribution. The brand is recognized for its commitment to delivering excellent fit and customer service, contributing to its reputation as a prominent name in menswear. Bonobos operates primarily online, with a physical store located in Seattle and a headquarters in New York City.
LivingSocial
Series D in 2010
LivingSocial is an online local marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. Founded by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko in 2007, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial features various categories including restaurants, events, sports and fitness, health and beauty services, travel, and shopping, along with a selection of coupons and gifts for different occasions. The platform emphasizes social commerce, allowing users to search for deals based on geographic location and earn rewards. LivingSocial serves a diverse clientele, including local merchants, national brands, and affiliates, and has been a subsidiary of Groupon since October 31, 2016.
LivingSocial
Series C in 2010
LivingSocial is an online local marketplace that connects buyers and sellers, offering discounted deals on a wide range of products and services. Founded by Aaron Batalion, Eddie Frederick, Tim O'Shaughnessy, and Val Aleksenko in 2007, the company initially operated under the name Hungry Machine before rebranding to LivingSocial. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, LivingSocial features various categories including restaurants, events, sports and fitness, health and beauty services, travel, and shopping, along with a selection of coupons and gifts for different occasions. The platform emphasizes social commerce, allowing users to search for deals based on geographic location and earn rewards. LivingSocial serves a diverse clientele, including local merchants, national brands, and affiliates, and has been a subsidiary of Groupon since October 31, 2016.
ShoeDazzle
Series B in 2010
ShoeDazzle is a fashion subscription service that offers a personalized online shopping experience focused on women's footwear and accessories. The service features a VIP Elite Membership, which costs $39.95 per month and provides members with rollover "VIP Credits" that can be used for future purchases. Each month, ShoeDazzle presents a new selection of exclusive and brand-name shoes, handbags, and other items tailored to individual customer preferences through a custom online showroom. The brand emphasizes a personalized styling service, allowing customers to access curated selections based on their unique tastes. Rachel Zoe serves as the Chief Stylist, enhancing the company's focus on fashion and style.
MyBuys
Series B in 2007
MyBuys is a leading provider of cross-channel personalization solutions for retailers, based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in enhancing marketing effectiveness by analyzing individual shopper preferences and delivering tailored recommendations across various platforms, including e-commerce sites, email, display ads, mobile devices, and social media. With a robust cross-channel platform, MyBuys provides web recommendations and personalized alerts that leverage a patented portfolio of algorithms for real-time optimization. This allows businesses to engage customers effectively through acquisition, re-targeting, and reactivation strategies. More than 300 companies, including a significant number from the Internet Retailer Top 500, utilize MyBuys' services to drive sales and improve customer engagement.
TheFind
Series C in 2007
TheFind is a shopping search engine that simplifies the consumer shopping experience by using patented ecommerce technology. It allows users to search various online stores for a wide range of products, including apparel, electronics, home goods, and more. The platform offers personalized recommendations based on users' activity, tastes, and preferences, helping them find the best deals and hard-to-find items. Additionally, TheFind organizes shopping activity, enabling users to track their purchases, shipments, and receipts efficiently. The service is accessible through its website and mobile applications available on iPad, iPhone, and Android devices. Based in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, TheFind is supported by venture funding from Bain Capital Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Redpoint Ventures.
MyBuys
Series A in 2007
MyBuys is a leading provider of cross-channel personalization solutions for retailers, based in San Mateo, California. The company specializes in enhancing marketing effectiveness by analyzing individual shopper preferences and delivering tailored recommendations across various platforms, including e-commerce sites, email, display ads, mobile devices, and social media. With a robust cross-channel platform, MyBuys provides web recommendations and personalized alerts that leverage a patented portfolio of algorithms for real-time optimization. This allows businesses to engage customers effectively through acquisition, re-targeting, and reactivation strategies. More than 300 companies, including a significant number from the Internet Retailer Top 500, utilize MyBuys' services to drive sales and improve customer engagement.
Wikio
Series A in 2007
Wikio Shopping is an e-commerce platform that enables users to find, compare, and purchase products and services. Users can find deals, consumer reviews, professional tests, photos, and videos on the platform. Wikio was founded by Pierre Chappaz in April 2006 and is based in Paris, Ile-de-France.
Mercantila
Venture Round in 2006
Mercantila is a San Francisco-based company that operates a chain of specialty online retail shops. The business focuses on offering a wide range of products, including fitness and sports equipment as well as items for kids and babies. Their inventory features various fitness apparatus such as elliptical trainers, exercise bikes, home gyms, and treadmills, alongside children's products like baby strollers, cribs, and play kitchens. This diverse selection caters to both fitness enthusiasts and families, positioning Mercantila as a versatile player in the online retail market.
TheFind
Series B in 2006
TheFind is a shopping search engine that simplifies the consumer shopping experience by using patented ecommerce technology. It allows users to search various online stores for a wide range of products, including apparel, electronics, home goods, and more. The platform offers personalized recommendations based on users' activity, tastes, and preferences, helping them find the best deals and hard-to-find items. Additionally, TheFind organizes shopping activity, enabling users to track their purchases, shipments, and receipts efficiently. The service is accessible through its website and mobile applications available on iPad, iPhone, and Android devices. Based in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, TheFind is supported by venture funding from Bain Capital Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Redpoint Ventures.
Lucky Pai
Series A in 2006
Lucky Pai is a Chinese shopping network offering home appliances, cosmetics, apparel, food, digital devices and more.
Lepai Shangcheng
Series A in 2006
Lepai Shangcheng is an online and TV shopping company.
Stylehive
Venture Round in 2006
Stylehive is a social bookmarking site that is focused on shopping. Stylehive helps its users to follow and share styles they like by creating tagged collections. Stylehive's members can comment and speak with other members and professionals can promote themselves and get noticed by the world for their style. Stylehive lets its members build and share their own shopping wishlists for the holidays, weddings and parties.
TheFind
Series A in 2005
TheFind is a shopping search engine that simplifies the consumer shopping experience by using patented ecommerce technology. It allows users to search various online stores for a wide range of products, including apparel, electronics, home goods, and more. The platform offers personalized recommendations based on users' activity, tastes, and preferences, helping them find the best deals and hard-to-find items. Additionally, TheFind organizes shopping activity, enabling users to track their purchases, shipments, and receipts efficiently. The service is accessible through its website and mobile applications available on iPad, iPhone, and Android devices. Based in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, TheFind is supported by venture funding from Bain Capital Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Redpoint Ventures.
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