New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1977 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in India and China. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of business development, from seed funding to public offerings, with a strong emphasis on the technology and healthcare sectors. Its investment strategy encompasses a wide range of industries, including information technology, consumer internet, financial technology, software, healthcare services, life sciences, biopharmaceuticals, and energy technology. New Enterprise Associates actively engages with entrepreneurs to support the growth of their companies, making investments between $0.05 million and $20 million. The firm has a global investment focus, particularly in regions such as Asia, Brazil, and the United States.
Lily AI is a developer of an e-commerce product discovery platform that enhances the sales capabilities of brands and retailers. The platform integrates customer-centric product attributes into various components of the e-commerce ecosystem, including site search engines, recommendation systems, and SEO/SEM functionalities. By improving on-site search and personalized product discovery, Lily AI supports retailers in the fashion, home, and beauty sectors, leading to significant increases in traffic, conversion rates, revenue, and brand loyalty. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company is backed by venture capital.
Pair Eyewear
Series C in 2023
Pair Eyewear, founded in 2017 and based in New York, specializes in customizable eyeglasses for children. The company offers a unique product line that includes base frames, which are standard glasses, and top frames, which are snap-on fronts that can be easily changed to reflect a child's evolving interests and personalities. By leveraging an e-commerce platform, Pair Eyewear aims to transform the eyeglass experience into an engaging activity for children while simplifying the process for parents. The brand focuses on quality and affordability, providing eyewear that combines style with functionality, featuring hand-polished acetate frames and shatterproof polycarbonate lenses.
Djust
Series A in 2023
DJUST is a provider of a cloud-based B2B platform that facilitates the rapid launch of e-commerce and e-procurement solutions for businesses. The company combines digital showrooms, an e-commerce marketplace, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools into a single integrated product. This streamlined approach allows clients to easily set up and expand their online operations, enhancing their ability to engage in digital commerce effectively. By offering a comprehensive solution, DJUST aims to simplify the process for businesses looking to establish or upgrade their online presence.
Cortina
Seed Round in 2023
Cortina operates a marketplace platform that enables online retailers, brands, and marketplaces to expand their product offerings without assuming inventory risk. The platform allows brands to sell products from various suppliers directly on their websites, enhancing their customer experience by providing complementary items. For marketplaces, Cortina improves operational efficiency while minimizing inventory-related risks. Its technology facilitates seamless connections to numerous brand suppliers, integrating real-time inventory, pricing, product descriptions, and images into the partners’ online storefronts. The company is technology-agnostic, supporting a variety of e-commerce and back-end systems. With a team experienced in retail and e-commerce from notable companies, Cortina offers guidance on marketplace best practices, vendor agreements, onboarding processes, and other essential activities to ensure successful implementations for its clients.
ViaVia
Seed Round in 2022
VIAVIA is a video-driven shopping platform offering a curated selection of brands of fashion and streetwear. Viavia transforms the fashion e-commerce experience by combining creator-driven live and short-form video content with AI-powered fashion supply chain tech infrastructure. It increases the flow of orders to local manufacturers while lowering brand costs and shortening production lead times.
Higlobe
Funding Round in 2022
Higlobe is an international payment platform for overseas freelancers, contractors, and independent workers with U.S. business clients. Higlobe offers zero transaction fees, with the goal of eliminating all transaction fees. Founded in 2020, Higlobe is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Lily AI
Venture Round in 2022
Lily AI is a developer of an e-commerce product discovery platform that enhances the sales capabilities of brands and retailers. The platform integrates customer-centric product attributes into various components of the e-commerce ecosystem, including site search engines, recommendation systems, and SEO/SEM functionalities. By improving on-site search and personalized product discovery, Lily AI supports retailers in the fashion, home, and beauty sectors, leading to significant increases in traffic, conversion rates, revenue, and brand loyalty. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company is backed by venture capital.
Super
Series C in 2022
Super is a social commerce platform that enables leaders to become self-made entrepreneurs and builds logistics networks. The company features Superagen, an agent-led commerce group buying that enables community leaders to become retailers within their communities.
Mashgin
Series B in 2022
Mashgin Inc. specializes in manufacturing intelligent kiosks that facilitate self-checkout at various retail environments, including cafés, convenience stores, and specialty shops. Founded in 2013 and based in Mountain View, California, the company utilizes advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies to streamline the checkout process. Its kiosks can recognize and process multiple items simultaneously, allowing customers to scan products based on their visual features such as color, shape, and size. This innovative system can be deployed quickly and at a lower cost compared to other self-checkout solutions. Currently, Mashgin's technology is in use at hundreds of locations, serving tens of thousands of customers daily.
Incarey
Series C in 2021
InCarey is a leading domestic comprehensive service platform focusing on the management of patients with chronic diseases and vertical diseases. It is committed to providing one-stop Internet medical, pharmaceutical, and medical services for patients with long-term, heavy-service, and high-value chronic diseases. Innovative payment services.
Pair Eyewear
Series B in 2021
Pair Eyewear, founded in 2017 and based in New York, specializes in customizable eyeglasses for children. The company offers a unique product line that includes base frames, which are standard glasses, and top frames, which are snap-on fronts that can be easily changed to reflect a child's evolving interests and personalities. By leveraging an e-commerce platform, Pair Eyewear aims to transform the eyeglass experience into an engaging activity for children while simplifying the process for parents. The brand focuses on quality and affordability, providing eyewear that combines style with functionality, featuring hand-polished acetate frames and shatterproof polycarbonate lenses.
Wizard
Series A in 2021
Wizard is a New York-based commerce technology startup founded in 2021 that focuses on transforming e-commerce through conversational artificial intelligence (AI). The company develops software solutions that enable brands to sell and market their products directly via text messaging. This innovative approach allows clients to engage customers more effectively, resulting in higher conversion rates compared to traditional e-commerce methods.
Berkshire Grey
Post in 2021
Berkshire Grey develops a materials handling system intended to automate omnichannel fulfillment. Its system utilizes artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning, and novel sensing to deploy intelligent robotic systems that automate tasks never before performed by machines in commercial settings, enabling customers to achieve higher accuracy and throughput speeds than traditional approaches as well as handle the broadest assortment of products, packaging, and parcels with ease.
Moda Operandi
Venture Round in 2021
Moda Operandi is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion products, offering a wide array of clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, home goods, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company connects consumers directly with both established and emerging designers, facilitating the discovery of designer fashion through its platform. Moda Operandi features online trunk shows, allowing customers to preorder items from a curated selection of luxury brands and designers. In addition to serving consumers, the platform supports designers by providing them with a robust global network to help grow their businesses. The company was founded in 2010 and was previously known as Trunk Show Inc. before adopting its current name in August of that year.
Goody
Series A in 2021
Goody is a corporate gifting platform that simplifies the process of sending gifts by eliminating the need for recipient addresses. The company offers a diverse selection of curated gifts, ranging from robes and cookies to succulents and spa treatments. This approach allows givers to choose presents without worrying about sizes, as recipients can select their preferred size or swap their gift for another of equal value. Goody's payment system is designed to charge only after the gift has been received, enhancing the experience for both senders and recipients.
GoodLeap
Secondary Market in 2021
GoodLeap is a marketplace focused on sustainable home solutions, providing advanced point-of-sale technology to professionals who assist individuals in upgrading their homes while saving money. The platform offers flexible financing options for a variety of sustainable products, including solar panels, battery storage, smart home devices, and energy-efficient systems. Committed to environmental sustainability, GoodLeap aims to foster strong relationships with partners and customers, utilizing innovative technology to promote the adoption of eco-friendly lifestyles. The platform also features consumer-friendly financing solutions, including solar loans and home improvement loans, designed to enhance user experience with instant approvals and integrated tools, enabling customers to achieve their home improvement goals efficiently.
Maisonette
Series B in 2020
Maisonette Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in baby and children's products, offering a curated selection of fashion, accessories, toys, furniture, and home decor for children aged 0-12. Established in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Maisonette aggregates a diverse range of quality items from a global network of brands and boutiques. This platform serves as a one-stop shopping destination for parents, providing them with a unified portal to access style-driven products at various price points, thereby simplifying the shopping experience for children's lifestyle needs.
Moda Operandi
Venture Round in 2020
Moda Operandi is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion products, offering a wide array of clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, home goods, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company connects consumers directly with both established and emerging designers, facilitating the discovery of designer fashion through its platform. Moda Operandi features online trunk shows, allowing customers to preorder items from a curated selection of luxury brands and designers. In addition to serving consumers, the platform supports designers by providing them with a robust global network to help grow their businesses. The company was founded in 2010 and was previously known as Trunk Show Inc. before adopting its current name in August of that year.
Moda Operandi
Debt Financing in 2020
Moda Operandi is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion products, offering a wide array of clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, home goods, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company connects consumers directly with both established and emerging designers, facilitating the discovery of designer fashion through its platform. Moda Operandi features online trunk shows, allowing customers to preorder items from a curated selection of luxury brands and designers. In addition to serving consumers, the platform supports designers by providing them with a robust global network to help grow their businesses. The company was founded in 2010 and was previously known as Trunk Show Inc. before adopting its current name in August of that year.
Berkshire Grey
Series B in 2020
Berkshire Grey develops a materials handling system intended to automate omnichannel fulfillment. Its system utilizes artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning, and novel sensing to deploy intelligent robotic systems that automate tasks never before performed by machines in commercial settings, enabling customers to achieve higher accuracy and throughput speeds than traditional approaches as well as handle the broadest assortment of products, packaging, and parcels with ease.
Lily AI
Series A in 2020
Lily AI is a developer of an e-commerce product discovery platform that enhances the sales capabilities of brands and retailers. The platform integrates customer-centric product attributes into various components of the e-commerce ecosystem, including site search engines, recommendation systems, and SEO/SEM functionalities. By improving on-site search and personalized product discovery, Lily AI supports retailers in the fashion, home, and beauty sectors, leading to significant increases in traffic, conversion rates, revenue, and brand loyalty. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company is backed by venture capital.
Fetchr
Convertible Note in 2019
Fetchr helps local merchants and global brands build, launch and grow profitable eCommerce businesses with an easy to use proprietary shipping and logistics solution. With our app and a simple tap, we can locate your exact location allowing us to deliver packages to your phone faster and more efficiently. Fetchr solves the problem of no physical addresses in emerging markets.
The Yes
Series A in 2019
They are co-located in Silicon Valley and New York City, but are open to great talent anywhere. They welcome critical thinkers who are excited to re-write the rules of e-commerce. They promise it will be fun.
Stockwell
Series B in 2019
At Stockwell, they’re combining the convenience of online ordering with the instant gratification of real world retail. We’re building hardware, software and supply chain operations to create delightful automated stores that are only a few feet away and always stocked with what you need.
Heap
Series C in 2019
Heap automates away the annoying parts of analytics so that companies can focus on making smarter business decisions. The company's mission is to power business decisions with truth. It encourages companies to focus on discovering insights and taking action. With Heap, organizations can remove technical jams and obtain a single comprehensive view of the customers. The software automatically gathers, organizes, analyzes, and connects customer data, so businesses can create more valuable products and experiences. Heap serves over 6,000 companies in ecommerce, SaaS, fintech, retail, media, and beyond including Twilio, LendingClub, App Annie, Optimizely, Morningstar, Monotype, and Casper. Heap was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Tamara Mellon
Series C in 2019
Tamara Mellon, LLC specializes in offering women's apparel and accessories, including a diverse range of footwear such as sandals, boots, pumps, flats, and legging boots. The company also features designer handbags and ready-to-wear clothing, which encompasses dresses, jumpsuits, tops, knitwear, pants, skirts, and outerwear. Founded in 2011 by Tamara Mellon and Jill Layfield, the company is headquartered in New York City and sells its products through both retail and online channels in the United States and internationally. In addition to its fashion offerings, Tamara Mellon provides a complimentary cobbler service for two years after purchase, enhancing the customer experience by ensuring the durability and maintenance of its handcrafted footwear.
Level
Series A in 2019
Level is a neobank and mobile banking app that provides next-level banking for modern consumers consisting of an app, a cashback debit card called Level Debit Card, and an interest-bearing deposit account called Level Bank Account, offered through Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The level is a product of Zero Financial.
Mejuri
Series B in 2019
Mejuri Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of fine jewelry, including rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and engagement pieces. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Mejuri operates showrooms in New York, Toronto, and Chicago, while also offering its products through a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform. This model allows Mejuri to provide quality handcrafted jewelry at accessible prices by eliminating middlemen and maintaining a fast supply chain that introduces new designs weekly. Committed to exceptional craftsmanship and ethical practices, Mejuri aims to empower women to incorporate luxury into their everyday lives. The company serves customers not only in Canada and the United States but also internationally.
Opendoor Technologies
Series E in 2019
Opendoor operates a digital platform that simplifies the residential real estate market by facilitating the buying and selling of homes online. The company allows sellers to receive offers without the need to list or show their properties, thereby streamlining the selling process. Buyers can explore available homes and access them instantly through the company's application, enhancing the home-buying experience. Opendoor generates revenue primarily through home sales, alongside additional income from various real estate services, making it a comprehensive solution for those looking to navigate the real estate market efficiently.
Drop
Series B in 2019
Drop is a personalized commerce platform that enhances consumer experiences by connecting users with over 400 partner brands to earn rewards for their purchases. The platform utilizes machine learning to tailor offers and recommendations, ensuring that consumers receive relevant rewards at optimal times. With a focus on serving Millennials and Generation Z, Drop facilitates a seamless shopping experience, allowing users to earn points on both online and offline transactions, as well as through survey completions. Headquartered in Toronto, Drop has expanded its reach to over 4 million members across North America and the UK, aiming to improve everyday consumer lives through its innovative e-commerce and fintech solutions.
Eargo
Series D in 2019
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the design and development of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss. Founded in 2010, Eargo offers a range of rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, along with online hearing screenings and virtual support services to eliminate the need for in-person visits. The company's innovative approach aims to address common barriers to hearing aid adoption, such as social stigma, accessibility, and cost, thereby enhancing the quality of life for its users. Eargo sells its products directly to consumers through online platforms, positioning itself as a modern alternative to traditional hearing aid solutions.
FabFitFun
Series A in 2019
FabFitFun, Inc. is a subscription-based service that provides curated boxes of health and beauty products to its members. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company delivers seasonal gift boxes every three months, featuring a variety of fashion and beauty items. In addition to its subscription offerings, FabFitFun publishes online content covering diverse topics such as wellness, entertainment, and lifestyle, while also providing a daily email service with tips on beauty, fitness, and fashion. The platform aims to connect women with products from both premium and emerging brands, promoting healthier lifestyles through a curated collection of full-size products and access to on-demand wellness videos, exclusive sales, and a supportive online community. FabFitFun operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V.
Level
Venture Round in 2018
Level is a neobank and mobile banking app that provides next-level banking for modern consumers consisting of an app, a cashback debit card called Level Debit Card, and an interest-bearing deposit account called Level Bank Account, offered through Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The level is a product of Zero Financial.
Brandless
Series C in 2018
Brandless, Inc. is an online consumer commerce platform based in San Francisco, California, that offers a diverse range of products across several categories. Founded in 2015, the company sells food items such as snacks, granola, and baby food, as well as home essentials including cleaning supplies, tableware, and office products. Additionally, Brandless provides beauty and personal care items, health and wellness products like vitamins and supplements, baby products, and pet supplies. The company aims to create a marketplace that empowers consumers to make healthier and more sustainable choices for themselves, their families, and the environment by prioritizing quality and collaboration.
Framebridge
Series C in 2018
Framebridge is a custom framing startup that provides an online custom framing service. The company has tackled the painful, inconvenient and costly process of custom framing an item, replacing it with an experience that places the customer first. Through a tech-forward experience and an obsessive focus on quality and materials, they have introduced a new generation of customers to the tradition of custom manufacturing. Framebridge customers can choose from a curated selection of on-trend frame styles, then upload their photos to the Framebridge website, or ship their items directly to Framebridge in prepaid packaging. The expert team at Framebridge will receive their items and handcraft beautiful custom frames to each customer's exact specifications. The finished pieces ship directly to consumers, arriving in days, ready to hang. Framebridge's transparent pricing, which is determined by the size of each item, begins at $39 and includes free shipping. Framebridge launched in 2014 as a solution to founder Susan Tynan’s ongoing frustration over getting her travel art custom framed. Framebridge investors include New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Revolution Ventures, and SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, as well as seasoned retail and technology executives with industry experience at Crate & Barrel, Rent the Runway, and LivingSocial. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC and operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, KY, and Lanham, MD.
Opendoor Technologies
Series E in 2018
Opendoor operates a digital platform that simplifies the residential real estate market by facilitating the buying and selling of homes online. The company allows sellers to receive offers without the need to list or show their properties, thereby streamlining the selling process. Buyers can explore available homes and access them instantly through the company's application, enhancing the home-buying experience. Opendoor generates revenue primarily through home sales, alongside additional income from various real estate services, making it a comprehensive solution for those looking to navigate the real estate market efficiently.
Choosy
Seed Round in 2018
Choosy is an on-demand social shopping platform where users influence every collection to match their favorite style inspirations. Through social tagging and a team of Style Scouts, Choosy identifies and manufactures trend-driven fashion delivered to shoppers in as little as two weeks. It’s the modern-day equivalent of the ultimate window-shopping experience, creating a new generation of social commerce. All looks are designed and produced in-house, so women sizes 0-20 can get today’s most covetable looks without the ticket price of labels. You see it, you like it, we make it - it’s time to #GetChoosy with your wardrobe.
Tamara Mellon
Series B in 2018
Tamara Mellon, LLC specializes in offering women's apparel and accessories, including a diverse range of footwear such as sandals, boots, pumps, flats, and legging boots. The company also features designer handbags and ready-to-wear clothing, which encompasses dresses, jumpsuits, tops, knitwear, pants, skirts, and outerwear. Founded in 2011 by Tamara Mellon and Jill Layfield, the company is headquartered in New York City and sells its products through both retail and online channels in the United States and internationally. In addition to its fashion offerings, Tamara Mellon provides a complimentary cobbler service for two years after purchase, enhancing the customer experience by ensuring the durability and maintenance of its handcrafted footwear.
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.
CoEdition
Seed Round in 2018
CoEdition, Inc. is an online retailer focused on providing a diverse range of women's clothing, shoes, and jewelry, specifically catering to sizes 10 to 26. The company offers a wide selection of products, including dresses, swimwear, footwear, lingerie, and accessories, sourced from over 100 brands. Established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, CoEdition aims to create an inclusive fashion marketplace that allows women to discover and purchase contemporary apparel at affordable prices. Through its e-commerce platform, CoEdition seeks to empower women by enabling them to express their personal style while accessing a community dedicated to plus-size fashion.
Drop
Series A in 2018
Drop is a personalized commerce platform that enhances consumer experiences by connecting users with over 400 partner brands to earn rewards for their purchases. The platform utilizes machine learning to tailor offers and recommendations, ensuring that consumers receive relevant rewards at optimal times. With a focus on serving Millennials and Generation Z, Drop facilitates a seamless shopping experience, allowing users to earn points on both online and offline transactions, as well as through survey completions. Headquartered in Toronto, Drop has expanded its reach to over 4 million members across North America and the UK, aiming to improve everyday consumer lives through its innovative e-commerce and fintech solutions.
Nimble Collective
Series A in 2018
Nimble Collective, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing a cloud-based animation platform designed to simplify the animation creation process. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Nimble Collective offers a virtual collaborative environment where animators can create, collaborate, and distribute animated content efficiently. The platform, accessible via any web browser, eliminates traditional barriers and allows users to produce high-quality animations with reduced costs and overhead. Additionally, the company engages in online retail, selling a variety of apparel, including T-shirts, hoodies, and sportswear for all ages.
Finery
Seed Round in 2018
Finery is a fashion and technology startup focused on transforming wardrobe management through an innovative platform. This platform scans online shopping receipts to create a virtual wardrobe for users, allowing them to gain insights into their clothing choices and spending habits. By utilizing predictive analytics, Finery provides women with personalized styling recommendations and alerts for sales on items in their wishlists. Additionally, the platform offers reminders for returning recently purchased items, helping consumers make informed decisions about their fashion investments.
Lily AI
Seed Round in 2017
Lily AI is a developer of an e-commerce product discovery platform that enhances the sales capabilities of brands and retailers. The platform integrates customer-centric product attributes into various components of the e-commerce ecosystem, including site search engines, recommendation systems, and SEO/SEM functionalities. By improving on-site search and personalized product discovery, Lily AI supports retailers in the fashion, home, and beauty sectors, leading to significant increases in traffic, conversion rates, revenue, and brand loyalty. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company is backed by venture capital.
Level
Seed Round in 2017
Level is a neobank and mobile banking app that provides next-level banking for modern consumers consisting of an app, a cashback debit card called Level Debit Card, and an interest-bearing deposit account called Level Bank Account, offered through Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The level is a product of Zero Financial.
Eargo
Series C in 2017
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the design and development of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss. Founded in 2010, Eargo offers a range of rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, along with online hearing screenings and virtual support services to eliminate the need for in-person visits. The company's innovative approach aims to address common barriers to hearing aid adoption, such as social stigma, accessibility, and cost, thereby enhancing the quality of life for its users. Eargo sells its products directly to consumers through online platforms, positioning itself as a modern alternative to traditional hearing aid solutions.
Raise
Series C in 2017
Raise is a digital payment platform that allows consumers to purchase discounted gift cards and earn savings on transactions across various retailers. The platform allows users to buy and sell gift cards, facilitating a marketplace where individuals can exchange unwanted gift cards for cash or other cards. Raise also offers a rewards program that enables customers to earn points on purchases, which can be redeemed for future savings. By partnering with numerous brands, Raise enhances consumer choice and accessibility to various products and services while promoting cost-effective shopping solutions.
Brandless
Series B in 2017
Brandless, Inc. is an online consumer commerce platform based in San Francisco, California, that offers a diverse range of products across several categories. Founded in 2015, the company sells food items such as snacks, granola, and baby food, as well as home essentials including cleaning supplies, tableware, and office products. Additionally, Brandless provides beauty and personal care items, health and wellness products like vitamins and supplements, baby products, and pet supplies. The company aims to create a marketplace that empowers consumers to make healthier and more sustainable choices for themselves, their families, and the environment by prioritizing quality and collaboration.
Framebridge
Series B in 2017
Framebridge is a custom framing startup that provides an online custom framing service. The company has tackled the painful, inconvenient and costly process of custom framing an item, replacing it with an experience that places the customer first. Through a tech-forward experience and an obsessive focus on quality and materials, they have introduced a new generation of customers to the tradition of custom manufacturing. Framebridge customers can choose from a curated selection of on-trend frame styles, then upload their photos to the Framebridge website, or ship their items directly to Framebridge in prepaid packaging. The expert team at Framebridge will receive their items and handcraft beautiful custom frames to each customer's exact specifications. The finished pieces ship directly to consumers, arriving in days, ready to hang. Framebridge's transparent pricing, which is determined by the size of each item, begins at $39 and includes free shipping. Framebridge launched in 2014 as a solution to founder Susan Tynan’s ongoing frustration over getting her travel art custom framed. Framebridge investors include New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Revolution Ventures, and SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, as well as seasoned retail and technology executives with industry experience at Crate & Barrel, Rent the Runway, and LivingSocial. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC and operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, KY, and Lanham, MD.
Frontier Car Group
Series A in 2017
Frontier Car Group is a Berlin-based startup that operates used automotive marketplaces in emerging market economies, including Nigeria, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Pakistan, and Indonesia. The company aims to enhance the efficiency of buying and selling used cars through a digital marketplace that offers users an instant price quote for their vehicles and facilitates quick inspections to complete sales. By leveraging technology, creating infrastructure, and implementing innovative business models, Frontier Car Group ensures that all stakeholders benefit from the automotive trading process. Additionally, the company is involved in joint ventures with OLX in India and Poland, further expanding its reach and impact in the used car market.
Heap
Series B in 2017
Heap automates away the annoying parts of analytics so that companies can focus on making smarter business decisions. The company's mission is to power business decisions with truth. It encourages companies to focus on discovering insights and taking action. With Heap, organizations can remove technical jams and obtain a single comprehensive view of the customers. The software automatically gathers, organizes, analyzes, and connects customer data, so businesses can create more valuable products and experiences. Heap serves over 6,000 companies in ecommerce, SaaS, fintech, retail, media, and beyond including Twilio, LendingClub, App Annie, Optimizely, Morningstar, Monotype, and Casper. Heap was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Cars45
Series A in 2017
Cars45 is an online platform that simplifies the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles in Nigeria. The process begins with vehicle owners submitting their car information for a free quote online. They can then schedule an appointment at one of the company's inspection centers, where a comprehensive evaluation of the vehicle's condition is conducted, including assessments of the engine, brakes, tires, and a road test. Following this evaluation, Cars45 makes an offer to the owner, and if accepted, guarantees a wire payment to the owner's bank account within 45 minutes. After pricing the vehicle and creating a digital service history, Cars45 provides the acquired cars to a private network of buyers, ensuring a transparent and efficient transaction process.
Radiance Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Radiance Labs is an AI-driven messaging platform built for e-commerce brands and retailers.
Maisonette
Seed Round in 2017
Maisonette Inc. is an online marketplace that specializes in baby and children's products, offering a curated selection of fashion, accessories, toys, furniture, and home decor for children aged 0-12. Established in 2016 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Maisonette aggregates a diverse range of quality items from a global network of brands and boutiques. This platform serves as a one-stop shopping destination for parents, providing them with a unified portal to access style-driven products at various price points, thereby simplifying the shopping experience for children's lifestyle needs.
Shoptalk
Venture Round in 2017
Shoptalk is a leading global conference focused on retail and ecommerce, designed to explore innovations and trends shaping the industry. It brings together a diverse array of participants, including established retailers, direct-to-consumer brands, tech startups, venture capitalists, media, and real estate developers. The event features a comprehensive agenda with renowned speakers and offers various formats such as sessions, roundtables, and networking opportunities. By facilitating connections among industry professionals, Shoptalk enables businesses and individuals to share insights and forge partnerships, ultimately supporting growth and expansion within the retail sector.
Letgo
Series C in 2017
Letgo is a mobile platform that simplifies the buying and selling of local goods, boasting over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings. Founded in 2015, the app features a diverse marketplace that includes electronics, cars, collectibles, housing, clothing, and furniture. It employs innovative technology, such as image recognition, to streamline the listing process, allowing users to take a photo of an item, with the app automatically suggesting a title, price, and category. Letgo also enables instant and private communication between buyers and sellers, facilitating a user-friendly experience for those looking to declutter or find great deals nearby. The app's design and functionality have contributed to its status as one of America's most popular platforms for local transactions.
Opendoor Technologies
Series D in 2016
Opendoor operates a digital platform that simplifies the residential real estate market by facilitating the buying and selling of homes online. The company allows sellers to receive offers without the need to list or show their properties, thereby streamlining the selling process. Buyers can explore available homes and access them instantly through the company's application, enhancing the home-buying experience. Opendoor generates revenue primarily through home sales, alongside additional income from various real estate services, making it a comprehensive solution for those looking to navigate the real estate market efficiently.
Tamara Mellon
Series A in 2016
Tamara Mellon, LLC specializes in offering women's apparel and accessories, including a diverse range of footwear such as sandals, boots, pumps, flats, and legging boots. The company also features designer handbags and ready-to-wear clothing, which encompasses dresses, jumpsuits, tops, knitwear, pants, skirts, and outerwear. Founded in 2011 by Tamara Mellon and Jill Layfield, the company is headquartered in New York City and sells its products through both retail and online channels in the United States and internationally. In addition to its fashion offerings, Tamara Mellon provides a complimentary cobbler service for two years after purchase, enhancing the customer experience by ensuring the durability and maintenance of its handcrafted footwear.
FirstCry India
Series D in 2016
FirstCry is an online portal for baby products and toys. They have over 20000+ items from 250+ top International and Indian brands like Mattel, Ben10, Pigeon, Funskool, Hotwheels, Nuby, Farlin, Medela, Pampers, Disney, Barbie, Gerber, Zapak, Mee Mee, and so on. The company provides best of the products and brands at the best prices with quality online shopping experience, fast and reliable delivery service, and a prompt customer care. FirstCry was founded in 2010 and is based in Pune, India.
Level
Seed Round in 2016
Level is a neobank and mobile banking app that provides next-level banking for modern consumers consisting of an app, a cashback debit card called Level Debit Card, and an interest-bearing deposit account called Level Bank Account, offered through Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. The level is a product of Zero Financial.
Heap
Series A in 2016
Heap automates away the annoying parts of analytics so that companies can focus on making smarter business decisions. The company's mission is to power business decisions with truth. It encourages companies to focus on discovering insights and taking action. With Heap, organizations can remove technical jams and obtain a single comprehensive view of the customers. The software automatically gathers, organizes, analyzes, and connects customer data, so businesses can create more valuable products and experiences. Heap serves over 6,000 companies in ecommerce, SaaS, fintech, retail, media, and beyond including Twilio, LendingClub, App Annie, Optimizely, Morningstar, Monotype, and Casper. Heap was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Goop
Series B in 2016
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.
Docent Health
Series A in 2016
Docent Health, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an enterprise consumer engagement platform aimed at enhancing patient care. The company focuses on helping health systems build and maintain lasting relationships with patients by integrating advanced consumer technology and hospitality-inspired service. Its platform combines digital and human interactions to provide personalized support through real-time text messaging, ensuring that patients receive empathetic and tailored experiences related to their clinical care. By leveraging best practices from various industries, Docent Health seeks to promote customer-centric care, ultimately increasing patient lifetime value and assisting healthcare organizations in expanding their market share.
Compass
Seed Round in 2016
Compass provides a solution for automated management reports and benchmarks for small and medium-sized online businesses. Its analytics and bench-marking platform offers relevant metrics, reference points, and benchmarks of the metrics against similar businesses and also generates automated recommendations regarding how to improve those metrics that enable eCommerce businesses to accelerate their growth with unique and actionable insights to help them grow and improve their performance.
Letgo
Series B in 2016
Letgo is a mobile platform that simplifies the buying and selling of local goods, boasting over 100 million downloads and 400 million listings. Founded in 2015, the app features a diverse marketplace that includes electronics, cars, collectibles, housing, clothing, and furniture. It employs innovative technology, such as image recognition, to streamline the listing process, allowing users to take a photo of an item, with the app automatically suggesting a title, price, and category. Letgo also enables instant and private communication between buyers and sellers, facilitating a user-friendly experience for those looking to declutter or find great deals nearby. The app's design and functionality have contributed to its status as one of America's most popular platforms for local transactions.
Framebridge
Series A in 2016
Framebridge is a custom framing startup that provides an online custom framing service. The company has tackled the painful, inconvenient and costly process of custom framing an item, replacing it with an experience that places the customer first. Through a tech-forward experience and an obsessive focus on quality and materials, they have introduced a new generation of customers to the tradition of custom manufacturing. Framebridge customers can choose from a curated selection of on-trend frame styles, then upload their photos to the Framebridge website, or ship their items directly to Framebridge in prepaid packaging. The expert team at Framebridge will receive their items and handcraft beautiful custom frames to each customer's exact specifications. The finished pieces ship directly to consumers, arriving in days, ready to hang. Framebridge's transparent pricing, which is determined by the size of each item, begins at $39 and includes free shipping. Framebridge launched in 2014 as a solution to founder Susan Tynan’s ongoing frustration over getting her travel art custom framed. Framebridge investors include New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Revolution Ventures, and SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, as well as seasoned retail and technology executives with industry experience at Crate & Barrel, Rent the Runway, and LivingSocial. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC and operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, KY, and Lanham, MD.
Xpressbees
Series A in 2016
Xpressbees is an e-commerce logistics company that specializes in providing a variety of logistics solutions for its partners. The company offers services such as last-mile delivery, reverse logistics, payment collection, drop shipping, vendor management, and fulfillment services. Additionally, Xpressbees provides cross-border services and tailored software solutions to enhance efficiency. Its platform supports same-day and next-day delivery, along with an online shipment tracking system, allowing clients to improve customer satisfaction through timely and reliable services.
Nimble Collective
Seed Round in 2016
Nimble Collective, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing a cloud-based animation platform designed to simplify the animation creation process. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Nimble Collective offers a virtual collaborative environment where animators can create, collaborate, and distribute animated content efficiently. The platform, accessible via any web browser, eliminates traditional barriers and allows users to produce high-quality animations with reduced costs and overhead. Additionally, the company engages in online retail, selling a variety of apparel, including T-shirts, hoodies, and sportswear for all ages.
ThirdLove
Series A in 2016
ThirdLove, Inc. is a women’s lifestyle brand based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling a diverse range of undergarments and nightwear. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on providing a better-fitting experience for women by offering innovative products such as T-shirt bras, strapless bras, wireless bras, and nursing bras, among others. ThirdLove distinguishes itself by using proprietary ½-cup sizes derived from extensive research on real women's measurements, moving away from standard industry sizing. This commitment to fit and comfort allows women of all shapes and sizes to find their ideal undergarment. ThirdLove sells its products through an online platform as well as in physical retail locations.
Curalate
Series C in 2016
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.
BloomReach
Series D in 2016
Bloomreach is a cloud-based software developer focused on enhancing e-commerce experiences for brands. Its Commerce Experience Cloud encompasses a suite of products, including AI-driven search and merchandising, a headless content management system, and a customer data platform with marketing automation solutions. By connecting customer and product data, Bloomreach enables brands to create personalized customer journeys and impactful commerce experiences across multiple digital channels. The company serves over 850 global brands, including notable names such as Albertsons, Staples, and Bosch. Additionally, Bloomreach collaborates with a global network of certified partners and leading commerce platforms, ensuring that its clients can leverage the power of unified data and AI optimization to drive revenue through effective digital commerce strategies.
Docent Health
Seed Round in 2016
Docent Health, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, develops an enterprise consumer engagement platform aimed at enhancing patient care. The company focuses on helping health systems build and maintain lasting relationships with patients by integrating advanced consumer technology and hospitality-inspired service. Its platform combines digital and human interactions to provide personalized support through real-time text messaging, ensuring that patients receive empathetic and tailored experiences related to their clinical care. By leveraging best practices from various industries, Docent Health seeks to promote customer-centric care, ultimately increasing patient lifetime value and assisting healthcare organizations in expanding their market share.
Sundar
Seed Round in 2015
Sundar is a B2B collaborative platform (curated marketplace) that connects creative professionals with quality materials and qualified vendors globally. They are starting with apparel, a trillion dollar global industry whose supply chain is antiquated, opaque and offline. Sundar connects emerging and established designers with manufacturers, suppliers and artisans; and streamlines the discovery and sourcing process by providing sophisticated search, curation and data-driven insights to buyers and sellers 24/7. The team has won coveted industry awards from the Council of Fashion Designers of America & Conde Nast, and has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes and Women’s Wear Daily They are backed by the world’s #1 venture fund, and eminent institutional investors from the Bay Area, New York and Hong Kong. Sundar was incubated at MIT and Techstars, the world's leading technology accelerator.
Atolls
Series B in 2015
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Eargo
Series B in 2015
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the design and development of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss. Founded in 2010, Eargo offers a range of rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, along with online hearing screenings and virtual support services to eliminate the need for in-person visits. The company's innovative approach aims to address common barriers to hearing aid adoption, such as social stigma, accessibility, and cost, thereby enhancing the quality of life for its users. Eargo sells its products directly to consumers through online platforms, positioning itself as a modern alternative to traditional hearing aid solutions.
Placester
Series C in 2015
Placester is a comprehensive business platform specifically designed for real estate professionals, providing tools for lead capturing, management, and marketing. Founded in 2011 by Matthew Barba and Frederick Townes, the platform integrates seamlessly with multiple listing services (MLS) and offers features such as natural language search, high-resolution visuals, and mobile optimization. Placester enables real estate agents to efficiently manage leads and execute marketing campaigns across various channels, including email and social media. The company serves a significant portion of real estate professionals in the U.S. and partners with prominent real estate brands, including being the official website provider for the REALTOR Benefits® Program of the National Association of REALTORS®. With a commitment to supporting its users through education and 24/7 assistance, Placester has raised substantial funding to enhance its services and expand its reach in the real estate market.
Naaptol
Series D in 2015
Naaptol is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a diverse selection of products for everyday lifestyle needs. The platform features a wide range of items, including mobile phones, digital cameras, bedsheets, watches, and various accessories. It aims to simplify the shopping experience by enabling consumers to browse and purchase the latest products online, which are then delivered directly to their doorstep. By offering competitive deals and a comprehensive inventory, Naaptol caters to the convenience and preferences of modern consumers.
Howl
Seed Round in 2015
Howl, formerly known as The Narrativ Company, Inc., is a creative platform that focuses on enhancing commerce and payment technologies. It aims to provide better rates and streamlined payment processes for creators and brands, facilitating growth and collaboration. The platform empowers creators by offering tools that allow them to monetize their work effectively while enabling businesses of all sizes to optimize their payment solutions. In an evolving e-commerce landscape, Howl addresses the need for unbiased product recommendations, moving away from traditional advertising models dominated by major players. The company leverages patented technology to improve the online shopping experience, aiming to break existing monopolies in the product review space. Founded in 2015 and based in New York, Howl has garnered recognition for its innovative approach to content marketing and its potential to reshape the digital commerce environment.
FabFitFun
Seed Round in 2015
FabFitFun, Inc. is a subscription-based service that provides curated boxes of health and beauty products to its members. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company delivers seasonal gift boxes every three months, featuring a variety of fashion and beauty items. In addition to its subscription offerings, FabFitFun publishes online content covering diverse topics such as wellness, entertainment, and lifestyle, while also providing a daily email service with tips on beauty, fitness, and fashion. The platform aims to connect women with products from both premium and emerging brands, promoting healthier lifestyles through a curated collection of full-size products and access to on-demand wellness videos, exclusive sales, and a supportive online community. FabFitFun operates as a subsidiary of Unilever N.V.
Xpressbees
Seed Round in 2015
Xpressbees is an e-commerce logistics company that specializes in providing a variety of logistics solutions for its partners. The company offers services such as last-mile delivery, reverse logistics, payment collection, drop shipping, vendor management, and fulfillment services. Additionally, Xpressbees provides cross-border services and tailored software solutions to enhance efficiency. Its platform supports same-day and next-day delivery, along with an online shipment tracking system, allowing clients to improve customer satisfaction through timely and reliable services.
Goop
Series A in 2015
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.
HaoMaiYi
Series B in 2015
HaoMaiYi is a fashion company that offers branded clothing styles for individuals of all ages. The company has developed an artificial intelligence-based virtual dressing room that enhances the online shopping experience by simulating the in-store environment. This innovative dressing room utilizes machine learning technologies to analyze facial features and body attributes, allowing users to create a virtual representation of themselves. Customers can either auto-scan their bodies or manually input their height, weight, and select body features. The virtual dressing room then provides personalized shopping recommendations based on 3D modeling, facilitating a more tailored and interactive shopping experience.
Fetchr
Series A in 2015
Fetchr helps local merchants and global brands build, launch and grow profitable eCommerce businesses with an easy to use proprietary shipping and logistics solution. With our app and a simple tap, we can locate your exact location allowing us to deliver packages to your phone faster and more efficiently. Fetchr solves the problem of no physical addresses in emerging markets.
ThirdLove
Series A in 2015
ThirdLove, Inc. is a women’s lifestyle brand based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling a diverse range of undergarments and nightwear. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on providing a better-fitting experience for women by offering innovative products such as T-shirt bras, strapless bras, wireless bras, and nursing bras, among others. ThirdLove distinguishes itself by using proprietary ½-cup sizes derived from extensive research on real women's measurements, moving away from standard industry sizing. This commitment to fit and comfort allows women of all shapes and sizes to find their ideal undergarment. ThirdLove sells its products through an online platform as well as in physical retail locations.
Naaptol
Series C in 2015
Naaptol is an e-commerce platform focused on providing a diverse selection of products for everyday lifestyle needs. The platform features a wide range of items, including mobile phones, digital cameras, bedsheets, watches, and various accessories. It aims to simplify the shopping experience by enabling consumers to browse and purchase the latest products online, which are then delivered directly to their doorstep. By offering competitive deals and a comprehensive inventory, Naaptol caters to the convenience and preferences of modern consumers.
Placester
Series B in 2015
Placester is a comprehensive business platform specifically designed for real estate professionals, providing tools for lead capturing, management, and marketing. Founded in 2011 by Matthew Barba and Frederick Townes, the platform integrates seamlessly with multiple listing services (MLS) and offers features such as natural language search, high-resolution visuals, and mobile optimization. Placester enables real estate agents to efficiently manage leads and execute marketing campaigns across various channels, including email and social media. The company serves a significant portion of real estate professionals in the U.S. and partners with prominent real estate brands, including being the official website provider for the REALTOR Benefits® Program of the National Association of REALTORS®. With a commitment to supporting its users through education and 24/7 assistance, Placester has raised substantial funding to enhance its services and expand its reach in the real estate market.
Jet
Series B in 2015
Jet is an e-commerce platform that provides a comprehensive shopping experience for its members, allowing them to purchase a diverse range of products across multiple categories. These categories include household items, health and beauty products, groceries, electronics, clothing, and more. Founded in April 2014 by Mark Lore, Mike Hanrahan, and Nate Faust, Jet is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey. The platform emphasizes convenience, enabling customers to shop easily and opt for cash on delivery. Since September 2016, Jet has operated as a subsidiary of Walmart, further integrating its services within a larger retail ecosystem.
Raise
Series B in 2015
Raise is a digital payment platform that allows consumers to purchase discounted gift cards and earn savings on transactions across various retailers. The platform allows users to buy and sell gift cards, facilitating a marketplace where individuals can exchange unwanted gift cards for cash or other cards. Raise also offers a rewards program that enables customers to earn points on purchases, which can be redeemed for future savings. By partnering with numerous brands, Raise enhances consumer choice and accessibility to various products and services while promoting cost-effective shopping solutions.
Cuff
Series A in 2015
Update from Elena Tabb about Cuff Vendor Lawsuit (7/26/16): I need to correct the info below about Elena Tabb// Volume & Tone LLC : Volume & Tone LLC along with 4 other companies (not 2) have filed a lawsuit to order the court to force Cuff into bankruptcy. Cuff owed the 5 separate companies over 1.2 million dollars (in addition to some others who did not join the suit). According to our lawyers that was the only way to force Cuff Inc. to open their books to the court so we can investigate though a 3rd part court appointed lawyer if the company misappropriated funs or had any wrong doings. Cuff Inc. and thier investors were hoping to just claim insolvency which would have allowed them to skulk away quietly. By forcing them into bankruptcy the hope is that they will be forced to let the court and eventually our lawyers see where all the money went and if the way the company was handled at the end followed the law. Also I am correcting the below misinformation about my company- My company Volume & Tone LLC (parent Company) and my consulting group LANE TABB ACCESSORIES GROUP did all the design development, sourcing, and Manufacturing for ALL of the actual Jewelry and leather pieces, We spent a year getting her ideas to be working jewelry and fashion leather pieces, manufactured them with our partner factories, shipped every piece that was on pre- order and ordered for target and Amazon and extra stock to Cuff's warehouses so that they could ship. And then they disappeared, After we had paid for the last shipment to our factories with our own money. The damages to our business currently totaling more than you can imagine which we may file a Civil case this Fall. There is a lot more to this story, and I have been quiet for the past few months as we have been collecting information both for lawyers and myself- But I am currently in the process of an article about our experience with the Cuff Product Launch, Working with a Tech startup gone wrong, as well as interesting information about the main investment firm who may or may not have caused the demise intentionally, and a cautionary tale for both Investors and small businesses. The following message appears at Cuff.io,"Unfortunately Cuff is no longer in business and therefore will not be able to fulfill any outstanding orders or process any refunds. If you are currently a Cuff customer your product should continue to function, however there will no longer be any customer or technical support.". The announcement was unexpected, as the first generation & second generation devices can still be found for sale through online retailers like kohls.com target.com & was previously featured on Groupon. A former vendor charged with designing and hand crafting some of the letter pieces the Cuff module fits into, Elena Tabb of Volume & Tone based in NYC, says her and another vendor have filed a suit against Ms Sood & Cuff for $1.2 Million USD, as these vendors allege they were not paid for their work or materials. As this case makes it way through the court system, many customers,fans, & backers are left with more questions than answers. Please Note:POST-CLOSURE DEVICES ARE NOT RECCOMENDED FOR PURCHASE AS APP FUNCTIONALITY, DEVICE SUPPORT, CONNECTIVITY, ETC ARE NO LONGER SERVICIBLE. The purpose of this device was arguably one that needed to be designated as medical and regulated by the FDA-as such, without FDA approval, and since the company no longer offers assistance in anyway, please do not rely solely on these Cuff modules for health and safety reasons. One user who purchased from a 3rd party site reported an inability to create an account or setup her device after downloading the app on compatible devices with Android and iOS respectively. Elena suggests that core Cuff personnel aren't remorseful and one in particular was said to have been given a VP of Finance position elsewhere despite allegedly "mispending $7.5 million in 8 months." Less than 1 year prior to closure, Cuff was announced as having inked a deal with XFINITY HOME, Comcast's connected home solution also featuring Skybell, Rachio, Whistle, Automatic, & August. [Depreciated]Cuff is a new line of jewelry wearables that serves as an alert system for family and friends. The collection consists of bracelets, necklaces and key chains. The line is meant to be unisex, and offers options for both men and women. Each piece is anchored by a small rectangular component called the “CuffLinc.” This acts as an alert system of sorts for family and friends. CuffLincs can be removed and tucked into any of the pieces in the Cuff collection. Using bluetooth technology, the CuffLinc will connect to your phone via Cuff’s app. If A wearer squeezes the Cuff, an alert will go to the designated people in the wearer’s network. If anyone in the network is wearing a Cuff, their Cuff will vibrate. If they don’t have a Cuff, they will receive a push notification to their phone with the alert with the location of the sender. You can set up which of your contacts will get an alert via the startup’s app, which also holds personal and medical information like blood type, health issues and more. Users can also program their Cuffs with different alerts for people (i.e. three taps to alert my babysitter, one tap for my husband).
Framebridge
Seed Round in 2014
Framebridge is a custom framing startup that provides an online custom framing service. The company has tackled the painful, inconvenient and costly process of custom framing an item, replacing it with an experience that places the customer first. Through a tech-forward experience and an obsessive focus on quality and materials, they have introduced a new generation of customers to the tradition of custom manufacturing. Framebridge customers can choose from a curated selection of on-trend frame styles, then upload their photos to the Framebridge website, or ship their items directly to Framebridge in prepaid packaging. The expert team at Framebridge will receive their items and handcraft beautiful custom frames to each customer's exact specifications. The finished pieces ship directly to consumers, arriving in days, ready to hang. Framebridge's transparent pricing, which is determined by the size of each item, begins at $39 and includes free shipping. Framebridge launched in 2014 as a solution to founder Susan Tynan’s ongoing frustration over getting her travel art custom framed. Framebridge investors include New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Revolution Ventures, and SWaN & Legend Venture Partners, as well as seasoned retail and technology executives with industry experience at Crate & Barrel, Rent the Runway, and LivingSocial. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC and operates manufacturing facilities in Richmond, KY, and Lanham, MD.
Atolls
Series A in 2014
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Jet
Series A in 2014
Jet is an e-commerce platform that provides a comprehensive shopping experience for its members, allowing them to purchase a diverse range of products across multiple categories. These categories include household items, health and beauty products, groceries, electronics, clothing, and more. Founded in April 2014 by Mark Lore, Mike Hanrahan, and Nate Faust, Jet is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey. The platform emphasizes convenience, enabling customers to shop easily and opt for cash on delivery. Since September 2016, Jet has operated as a subsidiary of Walmart, further integrating its services within a larger retail ecosystem.
Curalate
Series B in 2014
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.
Freshplum
Seed Round in 2014
Freshplum is a provider of data analytic software focused on enhancing decision-making for companies engaged in electronic commerce. By offering revenue analytic tools, Freshplum aims to empower businesses that sell goods and services online, enabling them to leverage data science for improved operational insights and performance.
Weidian Group
Venture Round in 2014
Weidian Group is a platform developer that provides e-commerce and social shopping services. The company's platform offers a digital marketplace for WeChat users to shop, allowing businesses to develop SaaS stores and connect with customers. It allows local community stores to sell their products on WeChat/SNS, where vendors may upload product information across many social media channels. It includes functions including product listings, inventory management, payment processing, and customer assistance.
BoxC
Seed Round in 2014
BoxC is a developer of an e-commerce logistics management platform aimed at simplifying and enhancing the shipping and supply chain processes for online retailers. Recognizing the challenges posed by traditional logistics systems, BoxC leverages existing infrastructure to provide a comprehensive suite of tools for international logistics management. Their platform consolidates essential logistics services, such as customs handling and tax management, into a single interface with an easy-to-use API. This approach allows e-commerce businesses to focus on growth without being burdened by the complexities and costs of shipping logistics. By offering a frictionless, flexible, and affordable solution, BoxC empowers retailers to establish and expand their international shipping networks more efficiently.
ThirdLove
Seed Round in 2013
ThirdLove, Inc. is a women’s lifestyle brand based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling a diverse range of undergarments and nightwear. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on providing a better-fitting experience for women by offering innovative products such as T-shirt bras, strapless bras, wireless bras, and nursing bras, among others. ThirdLove distinguishes itself by using proprietary ½-cup sizes derived from extensive research on real women's measurements, moving away from standard industry sizing. This commitment to fit and comfort allows women of all shapes and sizes to find their ideal undergarment. ThirdLove sells its products through an online platform as well as in physical retail locations.
Zady
Convertible Note in 2013
Zady.com is a shopping platform and lifestyle destination for consumers who care about the origins of the items they purchase. Co-founded by Soraya Darabi (Foodspotting; The New York Times) and Maxine Bédat (The Bootstrap Project), Zady is a New York-based e-commerce brand that will provide customers with information about the conscious consumer movement and the option to purchase beautifully-constructed goods on its website, and later, its iPad application. The items available for purchase were created with craftsmanship and artisanship, qualities that have been sacrificed in a world of cheap prices and fast production. Just as Whole Foods sparked a movement based on the belief that consumers should question where food comes from, Zady is creating a new vision for shopping and is at the forefront of conscious consumerism, which demands transparency for sourced products. Manufacturing transparency is at the heart of Zady; every item sold is from a designer who is conscious of where and how their products are made. Each product is personally vetted by Zady’s founders, using criteria for sustainability, including whether the product is locally-sourced, handmade, uses high-quality raw materials, is environmentally-conscious, or made in the U.S.A. The brands are required to sign a contract verifying the location of the company, the manufacturing city, and the source of the raw materials. However, consumers won’t need to compromise style for a clear conscience. All products sold on Zady are high-quality, timeless in style, and are build to last, withstanding fleeting seasonal trends and the short life-spans of poorly-made “fast fashion” items. As such, Zady will be the arbiter of authenticity-meets-taste for this generation of conscious consumers.
Atolls
Seed Round in 2013
Atolls is the world’s largest shopping engagement platform, empowering millions of people to take smarter spending decisions. The company operates a network of digital shopping destinations, including coupon sites, cashback platforms, and shopping communities, that are trusted by hundreds of millions of shoppers each year. The company is active in more than 20 countries and counts over 1000 employees in its offices around the world.
Curalate
Series A in 2013
Curalate, Inc. operates an online platform that helps brands facilitate consumer discovery and purchase decisions. The platform transforms images and videos into digital storefronts across websites, social media, advertisements, and emails. Curalate provides tools for brands to link products from social media, automate content posting, and gain insights into engagement metrics. Additionally, it allows brands to monitor their campaigns, competitors, and influencers. Founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with offices in New York, Seattle, and London, Curalate serves hundreds of leading brands, including Gap, Neiman Marcus, and Sephora. The company's services enhance the connection between off-site discovery and on-site conversion, driving revenue growth on platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. Curalate was previously known as Storably, Inc. and became a subsidiary of Bazaarvoice, Inc. in July 2020.
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