Menlo Ventures

Menlo Ventures is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 1976 that provides capital to consumer and technology companies across the United States. It funds seed through growth-stage ventures in sectors including computer hardware, software, big data, fintech, and healthcare, as well as related areas such as life sciences technology and smart cloud infrastructure. Based in San Francisco, the firm pursues a market-driven approach to identify opportunities and supports portfolio companies through multiple stages of development. Menlo Ventures emphasizes backing capital-efficient businesses with potential to disrupt large markets and maintains an active role in the companies it supports, alongside a track record of notable investments in diverse technology and consumer sectors. The firm seeks opportunities in early and growth-stage companies across the technology spectrum and strives to partner with teams delivering innovative products and services.

Michelle Aguinis

Investor

Aunkur Arya

Venture Partner

Croom Beatty

Partner

Sam Borja

Investor

Shawn Carolan

Partner

Past deals in Banks

Neon

Venture Round in 2024
Founded in Brazil in 2016, Neon is a leading fintech offering digital banking services. It provides debit and credit cards with no annual fees, personal loans, payroll loans, investments, cashback on debit transactions, and various payment methods. Neon also supports micro-entrepreneurs through MEI Fácil. With over 15 million customers and 1600 employees, Neon has seen significant revenue growth.

Slash

Series A in 2023
Slash operates an online banking platform designed to facilitate seamless fund transfers between personal and business bank accounts. The platform offers a range of services, including deposits, payments, virtual cards, and expense tracking. Users benefit from features such as account and routing numbers, direct deposit capabilities, and detailed statements. Additionally, the platform incorporates bank-level security encryption and read-only access to ensure user information is protected. A mobile application enhances the user experience by allowing customers to manage both personal and business accounts from a single dashboard and to split subscription costs with friends. Support services are available to address customer inquiries via email.

Chime

Series E in 2019
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that automatically sets aside a predetermined amount into savings after transactions. It earns revenue from merchant transaction fees, aligning incentives and enabling users to avoid fees, save money, and lead healthier financial lives.

Bluevine

Series F in 2019
Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Chime

Series D in 2019
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that automatically sets aside a predetermined amount into savings after transactions. It earns revenue from merchant transaction fees, aligning incentives and enabling users to avoid fees, save money, and lead healthier financial lives.

Bluevine

Series E in 2018
Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Chime

Series C in 2018
Chime is a mobile banking and finance platform that automatically sets aside a predetermined amount into savings after transactions. It earns revenue from merchant transaction fees, aligning incentives and enabling users to avoid fees, save money, and lead healthier financial lives.

Bluevine

Series D in 2016
Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Bluevine

Series C in 2016
Bluevine is a financial technology company dedicated to improving the financial landscape for small business owners through tailored banking solutions. Established in 2013, Bluevine has rapidly expanded its customer base to over 400,000 across all 50 states and has facilitated more than $13 billion in financing. The company specializes in working capital management, offering products such as business lines of credit and invoice factoring. Through these services, Bluevine provides immediate access to capital, enabling businesses to manage payroll, purchase supplies, and invest in growth. With a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer care, Bluevine aims to empower small businesses to focus on their core operations and future expansion.

Finaplex

Series C in 2005
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

PassMark Security

Series B in 2005
As of April 24, 2006, PassMark Security, Inc. was acquired by RSA Security, Inc. PassMark Security, Inc. offers authentication solutions for online banking. It provides front-to-back system that includes real-time risk-based analytics, layered security, shared fraud data network, multi-model decision engine, and automated supplemental authentication. The company offers Two-Factor Two-Way Authentication to provide security without requiring end-users to install new software or carry anything they do not already have with them. It serves retail and small business users, financial institutions, banks, and e-commerce Web sites. PassMark Security, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Finaplex

Series C in 2004
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Finaplex

Series B in 2004
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Finaplex

Series B in 2002
Finaplex makes software for banks and brokerage firms that help manage the assets and investments of wealthy individuals.

Open Solutions

Venture Round in 2000
Open Solutions offers collaborative core account processing technology tailored for banks, thrifts, and credit unions, alongside a comprehensive suite of supporting services. The company's software-enabled outsourcing solutions enhance various operational functions, including data processing, document management, transaction information, and client reporting. Additionally, Open Solutions provides tools for cash management, general ledger operations, profitability analysis, loan origination, payroll processing, electronic bill payment, and funds transfer services. This diverse range of offerings positions Open Solutions as a key partner for financial institutions seeking to improve efficiency and streamline their operations.

Slash

Slash operates an online banking platform designed to facilitate seamless fund transfers between personal and business bank accounts. The platform offers a range of services, including deposits, payments, virtual cards, and expense tracking. Users benefit from features such as account and routing numbers, direct deposit capabilities, and detailed statements. Additionally, the platform incorporates bank-level security encryption and read-only access to ensure user information is protected. A mobile application enhances the user experience by allowing customers to manage both personal and business accounts from a single dashboard and to split subscription costs with friends. Support services are available to address customer inquiries via email.
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