Prehype

Prehype is venture development firm HQ in NYC with offices in London, Copenhagen and Sydney, Detroit. Prehype is a venture development firm, building new businesses in partnership with the world’s finest corporations and VCs. They run workshops for companies like Diageo, NewsCorp, Mondelez, LEGO, and Verizon, in which they identify problems or missed opportunities and resolve them through their startup/early-stage approach. Some of their very successful ventures are Bark & Co (barkbox), basno.com, and Managed By Q.

Owen McFadzen

Partner

Philip Petersen

Partner

Stacey Seltzer

Partner and CFO

22 past transactions

Aide

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Aide consolidates support tools into a unified and reactive system that handles every step of the support workflow —identifying issues, solving them automatically, and suggesting optimizations to support and business operations — bringing intelligence to the support stack.

Dollaride

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Dollaride is a mobility company focused on enhancing transportation access in urban areas, particularly for underserved communities. Drawing inspiration from New York City's informal "dollar vans," which have provided local transport services since the 1980s, Dollaride has developed a digital platform that connects fleet owners, drivers, and passengers. The platform offers a comprehensive operator business dashboard, enabling fleet management, automated fee collection, and features that support territory expansion. By providing technical resources and web assistance, Dollaride empowers operators to manage their fleets transparently and in compliance with regulations. This innovative approach not only enhances the earnings potential for drivers but also allows passengers to conveniently hail rides, thereby improving overall mobility in urban settings. Through its commitment to clean transportation, Dollaride aims to foster the adoption of sustainable practices among small transportation fleet owners and contribute to the green economy.

Parade

Series A in 2021
Parade is an underwear company based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in designer and eco-friendly undergarments. The company creates products using 85% recycled polyamide and carbon-neutral fabrics, ensuring that all materials are Oeko-Tex certified, which guarantees they are free from harmful chemicals. Parade's offerings include breathable and stretchable cotton liners, designed to provide all-day comfort and serve as sustainable alternatives in the innerwear market.

Proper

Seed Round in 2021
Proper is a company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that offers a comprehensive platform designed to assist property owners and tenants in managing their properties. Founded in 2017, Proper's intelligent platform automates operational tasks associated with residential and commercial leases, garages, and parking lots. Additionally, Proper provides software and APIs that help businesses manage and reconcile their payment data across various financial providers. By connecting banks, API providers, and payment networks, Proper enables companies to maintain financial accuracy at scale, streamline payment operations, and enhance their financial infrastructure.

Launcher

Series A in 2021
Launcher Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing delivery services for small satellites to orbit. The firm focuses on developing highly efficient rockets and transfer vehicles specifically designed for this purpose. A key aspect of Launcher’s technology is its three-dimensional printed liquid propellant rocket engine, which is powered by liquid oxygen and kerosene. This innovative approach allows Launcher to offer low-cost solutions for deploying small remote-controlled satellites, positioning the company as a competitive player in the satellite launch market.

Lemontree Foods

Venture Round in 2021
Lemontree Foods is a volunteer organization. They serve hungry people and people who are homeless. It offers a food pantry or a community kitchen open on Sundays. It can be run by churches, nonprofits, or volunteer groups.

Caisson

Venture Round in 2021
Caisson develops an authentication platform focused on creating a reliable system for verifying portable, self-managed identities. The company aims to simplify the verification of government-issued IDs, which is essential for establishing trust and transparency online. By enabling businesses and organizations to confirm individuals' identities, Caisson's platform enhances online interactions while allowing clients to securely manage and reuse their data. Additionally, it facilitates the sealing and re-verification of documents and supports background checks without compromising sensitive information, thereby promoting a more secure digital environment.

Hilma

Venture Round in 2021
Hilma creates quality products and natural remedies to support health when needed it most. It believes that science and nature are at their best when they work together. It uses ingredients that have been clinically studied, formulate with a scientific advisory board of practicing clinicians, and invests in its own clinical studies. Hilma was founded in 2019 by Hilary Quartner, Lily Galef, and Nina Mullen. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.

Unioncrate

Series A in 2019
Unioncrate, Inc. develops artificial intelligence-driven supply chain management software tailored for consumer goods companies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Barcelona and Buenos Aires, Unioncrate offers products like Stargate, which manages sales and purchase orders, suppliers, inventory, reporting, trade spend, and EDI. Another key product, Almanac, focuses on consumption-driven predictions. The company aims to enhance supply chain efficiency by providing accurate demand forecasts and collaborative visibility while automating operational tasks. By leveraging AI, Unioncrate addresses the operational challenges faced by businesses in a rapidly evolving market, moving away from outdated supply chain systems and helping clients recover valuable time and resources.

FLOWER

Seed Round in 2019
FLOWER CO is a cannabis wholesale membership club that saves members 40% on popular brands and products, delivered to your door. They work with small business in each market to get a product to you and they believe that the modern cannabis economy can be an equalizing force that provides high-quality jobs. The company currently delivering to recreational and medicinal users across Alameda country, Vallejo, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Marin. Their business model delivers premium products to consumers directly from the old-school supply at wholesale prices. FLOWER CO was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Arcata, California.

Because Market

Venture Round in 2019
Because Market is a direct-to-consumer personal care company established in 2017, specializing in products tailored for older adults. The company aims to simplify access to essential health and wellness items, including incontinence underwear, pads, skincare, supplements, and walkers. By providing discreet delivery and flexible subscription options, Because Market facilitates the purchasing process for families seeking to support their senior members. With aspirations to become the most trusted brand in this sector, the company has secured over $40 million in funding from prominent venture capital firms, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults and promoting their independence.

Catch

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Catch is redesigning benefits to put people at the center of their own financial stability and security. For freelancers, contractors, and workers without access to employer benefits, Catch automatically handles tax withholding, builds long-term investment savings, and provides critical insurance products. In creating a personalized safety net, Catch envisions a world where individuals can leverage data-driven curation and timely insights to gain full agency over changing needs.

Simple Feast

Seed Round in 2018
Simple Feast is a Copenhagen-based company founded in 2015 by Jakob Jønck and Thomas Ambus, specializing in sustainable food delivery. The company focuses on providing plant-based meal kits that are both organic and sustainably produced. Simple Feast offers two primary products: Weekly Boxes and Comfort Food Boxes. Weekly Boxes consist of three complete vegetarian or vegan meals that require minimal preparation, while Comfort Food Boxes feature 4 to 8 ready-to-eat jarred meals that only need heating and a side dish. The meals are packaged in biodegradable boxes, ensuring an environmentally friendly delivery to consumers' doorsteps.

Radicle Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Radicle is a new market insights company that helps the world’s leading companies make faster, better informed, and more confident investments in the future. We have a set of targeted products, powered by our growing network of professionals with startup and hyper-growth experience, that can help you surface critical insights, identify actionable opportunities, and now hire transformational talent. We believe that new markets require new insights because the future is different from the present and insights on new markets are often not in consumers’ heads and accessible via surveying but in the heads of people anchored in the future and building the future of these markets.

Ro

Seed Round in 2017
Ro is a telehealth company established in New York City in 2017, specializing in digital health clinics that cater to both men's and women's health, as well as smoking cessation. It offers a patient-centric healthcare system that integrates primary care services, diagnostics, and pharmacy solutions. The platform facilitates direct communication between patients and physicians, providing an end-to-end healthcare experience that encompasses diagnosis, medication delivery, and ongoing care management. Ro's services include personalized treatment options for issues such as erectile dysfunction and smoking cessation, all designed to enhance accessibility and affordability without relying on insurance. The company operates a nationwide provider network, incorporates an in-home care API, and utilizes proprietary pharmacy distribution centers to streamline healthcare services for its users.

Firstleaf

Series A in 2017
Firstleaf is a personalized wine subscription service that utilizes extensive data analysis to curate wine shipments tailored to individual preferences. Founded by Philip James, a seasoned wine industry professional, the company combines advanced technology with expert winemaking to create unique Wine Profiles for its members. Each shipment is customized, with over 82 million potential combinations, resulting in 98% of monthly boxes being distinct. Firstleaf's team of winemakers evaluates more than 10,000 wines annually from across the globe to select high-quality offerings, with the brand boasting over 2,800 awards, including numerous 90+ point ratings. With over 700,000 cases sold last year, Firstleaf has gained recognition as a leading wine brand, attracting nearly one million customers since its launch. The company has received accolades such as being named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in the data science category and recognized as one of Wine Business Monthly's largest wineries.

AND

Angel Round in 2015
AND CO is a smartphone-based application that enables its users to create invoices, file expenses, and manage projects. The application creates its users invoices for them, tracks their payments, and keeps track of their billing schedules. It also connects with its clients’ business bank accounts to automatically track, reconcile, and categorize their expenses. AND CO facilitates a portfolio of services such as serving as a personal chief operator, simplifying tax time and invoicing, and the provision of automated expense tracking and day-to-day advice on deductions.

Amberjack

Seed Round in 2015
Your gateway to the world's best fishing guides, bass boats, deep sea charters, and remote fishing lodges. Book your next adventure today.

Managed by Q

Angel Round in 2014
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that facilitates the efficient operation of offices. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including cleaning, maintenance, IT support, and security, alongside workplace staffing and project management services. Its technology platform connects businesses to essential services for managing their workspaces, enabling tasks such as cleaning schedules, supply replenishment, and maintenance through an intuitive application. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company also emphasizes economic empowerment by creating jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. As a subsidiary of Eden Technologies, Inc., Managed by Q is active in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, aiming to redefine office management and enhance workplace productivity.

Sunrise

Series A in 2014
Sunrise is a free calendar app. Designed with love, Sunrise is a new experience that will make your life easier. Available on Android, iPhone, iPad & Web.
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