Revolution

Revolution, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in April 2005 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across various sectors, including financial services, sports, media and entertainment, marketplaces, software and services, transportation, hospitality and travel, e-commerce, manufacturing, education, health, and food. Revolution aims to invest at least $1 million in its portfolio companies, often seeking to acquire a controlling stake. The firm is dedicated to partnering with innovative entrepreneurs who are transforming traditional industries with disruptive business models and services. It believes in fostering entrepreneurship in high-potential geographies, advocating that opportunities should be accessible regardless of location. Revolution's strategy emphasizes the importance of supporting startups in emerging venture communities, which tend to be more capital efficient and capable of attracting talent seeking improved quality of life.

Patrick Conroy

Partner

David Golden

Managing Partner

Kristin Gunther

Principal

David Hall

Partner

Todd Klein

Partner

Steven Murray

Managing Partner

Graham Ober

Vice President

Fazeela Abdul Rashid

Partner

Tige Savage

Managing Partner

Clara Sieg

Partner and Founding Member

Past deals in US Rockies

Meati

Series C in 2024
Meati Foods is a Boulder, Colorado-based company specializing in the production and sale of fungi-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2016, the company aims to provide sustainable and nutritious plant-based options that serve as an alternative to traditional meat products. Meati Foods utilizes a proprietary fermentation process to create minimally processed steaks made from natural ingredients, ensuring its offerings are free from common allergens. The company markets its products online, making them accessible to a wide audience seeking vegan food choices that are both healthy and environmentally friendly.

Meati

Series C in 2023
Meati Foods is a Boulder, Colorado-based company specializing in the production and sale of fungi-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2016, the company aims to provide sustainable and nutritious plant-based options that serve as an alternative to traditional meat products. Meati Foods utilizes a proprietary fermentation process to create minimally processed steaks made from natural ingredients, ensuring its offerings are free from common allergens. The company markets its products online, making them accessible to a wide audience seeking vegan food choices that are both healthy and environmentally friendly.

Meati

Series C in 2022
Meati Foods is a Boulder, Colorado-based company specializing in the production and sale of fungi-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2016, the company aims to provide sustainable and nutritious plant-based options that serve as an alternative to traditional meat products. Meati Foods utilizes a proprietary fermentation process to create minimally processed steaks made from natural ingredients, ensuring its offerings are free from common allergens. The company markets its products online, making them accessible to a wide audience seeking vegan food choices that are both healthy and environmentally friendly.

Cava Group

Series F in 2021
Cava Group, Inc. is a culinary brand that operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants, offering a diverse menu that includes salads, dips, spreads, toppings, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, the company focuses on providing modern and authentic Mediterranean cuisine through its fast-casual dining establishments. Cava Group also emphasizes a digital platform that allows customers to order and enjoy Mediterranean food in both physical and online environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Urban Roots, enhancing its community engagement and outreach efforts.

Remodelmate

Seed Round in 2020
Remodelmate, Inc. is an online marketplace founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., that facilitates home renovations by connecting homeowners with local contractors. The platform allows users to submit project details and receive unbiased pricing estimates, simplifying the often stressful renovation process. Homeowners can choose to manage their projects themselves by setting milestones or opt for a Concierge service to handle everything on their behalf. Remodelmate aims to provide transparent pricing and secure payment options, enhancing the renovation experience for both homeowners and contractors.

Aurora Insight

Series A in 2019
Aurora Insight, Inc., located in Washington, D.C., specializes in providing insights into wireless connectivity and the radio spectrum. The company offers a dynamic map that serves as a comprehensive resource for organizations seeking to understand available spectrum and optimize their wireless deployments. By delivering detailed information on existing wireless infrastructure and radio frequency environments, Aurora Insight enables businesses to make informed decisions regarding their connectivity needs.

FlavorCloud

Seed Round in 2019
FlavorCloud, Inc. develops a cloud-based cross-border logistics platform designed to simplify international shipping for e-commerce retailers, enterprise retailers, and direct-to-consumer brands. Founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, FlavorCloud's platform integrates seamlessly into shopping carts, providing a one-click international checkout that enhances the customer experience from purchase to delivery. The service automates various aspects of the global trade and logistics process, addressing the complexities of product classification, compliance checks, and expedited clearance. By leveraging cloud technology and artificial intelligence, FlavorCloud aims to streamline the logistics industry, making it more accessible and affordable for retailers and consumers alike.

Off The Record

Seed Round in 2019
Off The Record, Inc. is a technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that provides a platform designed to help drivers contest traffic tickets and protect their insurance premiums from unfair penalties. Founded in 2015, the platform allows users to take a photo of their traffic ticket and answer a few questions, which facilitates a match with a local traffic lawyer. Users receive real-time updates on their case status and can communicate with their lawyer through a mobile application. With a 97% success rate, Off The Record offers a full refund if a case is not won, making the process straightforward and risk-free for customers in the United States. This service eliminates the need for mailing tickets or attending court, allowing users to manage their cases quickly and efficiently.

Atomos

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Atomos Space is an aerospace company founded in 2018 and located in Denver, Colorado. It specializes in the development of orbital transfer vehicles and space nuclear technology. The company's vehicles are designed to enhance maneuverability and create a sustainable orbital environment, which allows satellite operators to significantly lower their costs for reaching their intended destinations in space. By making various orbits more accessible, Atomos aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of satellite deployment and operations.

Optoro

Series E in 2018
Optoro, Inc. operates a robust reverse logistics platform aimed at managing distressed inventory for retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro specializes in asset recovery solutions, facilitating the remarketing of customer returns, overstock, and refurbished products through various online channels. The company offers a comprehensive returns management system that encompasses the entire returns lifecycle, from initiation to resale, while also providing inventory management services including warehousing, fulfillment, and eco-friendly disposal. By leveraging data analytics and multi-channel marketing, Optoro enables clients to optimize the recovery of returned and excess inventory, thereby minimizing environmental waste and enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele both in the United States and internationally.

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.

Blokable

Seed Round in 2018
Blokable, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in manufacturing pre-fabricated steel frame modular housing units for various development projects in the United States, including residential, retail, and mixed-use applications. Established in 2016, Blokable offers a vertically integrated solution that streamlines the housing creation process by combining design, planning, financing, permitting, and manufacturing. Their innovative building system allows for the design and delivery of fully functional modular structures that can be configured and stacked in multiple ways, catering to diverse building needs. This approach significantly reduces the time and costs associated with developing multi-family housing, while also promoting community equity and accessibility. Blokable's focus on efficiency and affordability aims to address the challenges of housing development and contribute to the creation of connected communities.

Placemakr

Seed Round in 2018
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.

Neighbor

Seed Round in 2018
Neighbor Storage, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer self-storage marketplace that connects individuals with unused space in their homes to those in need of affordable storage solutions. Founded in 2017 and based in American Fork, Utah, the company provides an online platform where hosts can rent out spare areas such as garages, driveways, attics, and backyards. This innovative approach allows homeowners to generate additional income from their unused spaces while offering renters a flexible and convenient alternative to traditional storage facilities. By facilitating these connections, Neighbor promotes economic empowerment and supports the sharing economy.

Cotopaxi

Seed Round in 2018
Cotopaxi is an outdoor gear and apparel company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2014. The company operates with a social mission focused on eradicating extreme poverty, linking each product to humanitarian causes in some of the world's poorest regions. For instance, the sale of a travel pack can fund one to three weeks of education for a child, while a water bottle can provide six months of clean water. Cotopaxi offers a diverse range of products, including travel packs, activewear, outerwear, and footwear, all made from responsibly sourced materials. By prioritizing sustainability and transparency, Cotopaxi enables customers to make purchases that not only meet their outdoor needs but also contribute positively to global issues.

ICX Media

Funding Round in 2018
ICX Media, Inc. is a media company based in Washington, D.C., that specializes in a software and data platform designed for independent video content creators and media companies. The platform enables creators to produce, distribute, and market their digital videos across various channels, including web, mobile, and connected TV. By leveraging machine learning and data analytics, ICX Media provides insights that help clients understand audience engagement, allowing brands, media companies, and agencies to create and target compelling video content more effectively. The company's services cater to both amateur and professional video producers, facilitating the licensing and distribution of digital content while optimizing the overall monetization process. Through its innovative approach, ICX Media aims to transform the way video content is created and engaged with in the digital landscape.

Collective Retreats

Venture Round in 2018
Collective Retreats is a hospitality company founded in February 2015 by Peter Mack and based in Denver, Colorado. The company specializes in providing luxury accommodations and dining experiences in unique, asset-light retreats located in picturesque destinations such as Vail, Montana, Hudson Valley, Sonoma, and Hill Country, Texas. Collective Retreats focuses on enhancing the guest experience by offering a range of activities, including fly-fishing, white-water rafting, and horseback riding, alongside amenities like spa access and concierge services. This approach allows guests to enjoy the comforts of a five-star hotel while immersing themselves in the natural beauty of their surroundings.

Upside

Seed Round in 2018
Upside is a retail technology platform that focuses on enhancing value for both consumers and local businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., the company offers users personalized cashback promotions on everyday purchases, such as at gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants. This approach not only helps customers save on their regular spending but also enables businesses to increase profitability without altering their existing business models. Additionally, Upside commits 1% of its revenue to support sustainability initiatives within its operating areas, creating a beneficial ecosystem for all stakeholders involved.

GoSpotCheck

Funding Round in 2018
GoSpotCheck, Inc. offers a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for field-based teams to efficiently conduct surveys, audits, and reports. With its web and mobile applications, the company enables businesses to utilize their employees to gather real-time retail intelligence. This information is presented on a web dashboard, allowing managers to identify trends and address urgent issues swiftly. GoSpotCheck's solutions encompass a range of applications, including audits and inspections, field sales performance, merchandising, food safety, and asset management. The company serves various industries, including consumer goods, retail, healthcare, and facilities management. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, GoSpotCheck operates as a subsidiary of WorldAPP, Inc. since December 2020.

Flytedesk

Venture Round in 2017
Flytedesk is an advertising platform designed specifically for college campuses, facilitating the buying and management of multi-channel advertising campaigns. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Flytedesk offers a streamlined interface that allows advertisers to access a variety of media channels, including print, digital, social media, radio, and outdoor advertising. The platform enables users to create and manage their campaigns efficiently, overseeing the entire lifecycle from buying to verification and billing automation. By connecting brands with college students, Flytedesk serves advertisers, student media organizations, and campus inventory owners, simplifying the advertising process on college campuses and enhancing engagement with the millennial demographic.

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.

Cava Group

Series C in 2017
Cava Group, Inc. is a culinary brand that operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants, offering a diverse menu that includes salads, dips, spreads, toppings, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, the company focuses on providing modern and authentic Mediterranean cuisine through its fast-casual dining establishments. Cava Group also emphasizes a digital platform that allows customers to order and enjoy Mediterranean food in both physical and online environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Urban Roots, enhancing its community engagement and outreach efforts.

Optoro

Series D in 2016
Optoro, Inc. operates a robust reverse logistics platform aimed at managing distressed inventory for retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro specializes in asset recovery solutions, facilitating the remarketing of customer returns, overstock, and refurbished products through various online channels. The company offers a comprehensive returns management system that encompasses the entire returns lifecycle, from initiation to resale, while also providing inventory management services including warehousing, fulfillment, and eco-friendly disposal. By leveraging data analytics and multi-channel marketing, Optoro enables clients to optimize the recovery of returned and excess inventory, thereby minimizing environmental waste and enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele both in the United States and internationally.

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.

Cava Group

Series B in 2015
Cava Group, Inc. is a culinary brand that operates a chain of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants, offering a diverse menu that includes salads, dips, spreads, toppings, and dressings. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, the company focuses on providing modern and authentic Mediterranean cuisine through its fast-casual dining establishments. Cava Group also emphasizes a digital platform that allows customers to order and enjoy Mediterranean food in both physical and online environments. The company has established strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Garden School Foundation and Urban Roots, enhancing its community engagement and outreach efforts.

Sweetgreen

Series F in 2015
Sweetgreen is an American fast-casual restaurant chain that serves simple, seasonal, healthy salads, and grain bowls made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning. Founded in 2007, the company is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

Optoro

Series C in 2014
Optoro, Inc. operates a robust reverse logistics platform aimed at managing distressed inventory for retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro specializes in asset recovery solutions, facilitating the remarketing of customer returns, overstock, and refurbished products through various online channels. The company offers a comprehensive returns management system that encompasses the entire returns lifecycle, from initiation to resale, while also providing inventory management services including warehousing, fulfillment, and eco-friendly disposal. By leveraging data analytics and multi-channel marketing, Optoro enables clients to optimize the recovery of returned and excess inventory, thereby minimizing environmental waste and enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele both in the United States and internationally.

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.

Sweetgreen

Series E in 2014
Sweetgreen is an American fast-casual restaurant chain that serves simple, seasonal, healthy salads, and grain bowls made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning. Founded in 2007, the company is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

Sweetgreen

Series D in 2013
Sweetgreen is an American fast-casual restaurant chain that serves simple, seasonal, healthy salads, and grain bowls made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning. Founded in 2007, the company is based in Washington, District of Columbia.

Optoro

Series B in 2013
Optoro, Inc. operates a robust reverse logistics platform aimed at managing distressed inventory for retailers, manufacturers, and third-party providers. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, Optoro specializes in asset recovery solutions, facilitating the remarketing of customer returns, overstock, and refurbished products through various online channels. The company offers a comprehensive returns management system that encompasses the entire returns lifecycle, from initiation to resale, while also providing inventory management services including warehousing, fulfillment, and eco-friendly disposal. By leveraging data analytics and multi-channel marketing, Optoro enables clients to optimize the recovery of returned and excess inventory, thereby minimizing environmental waste and enhancing operational efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele both in the United States and internationally.

HelloWallet

Series B in 2012
HelloWallet, LLC is a financial services software company based in Washington, D.C., that provides a range of online tools to help individuals and organizations manage their finances effectively. Established in 2008, HelloWallet's platform assists users in organizing and tracking various financial accounts, including checking, savings, retirement, and healthcare accounts, as well as loans and investments. The software offers personalized guidance on budgeting, emergency savings, debt management, and retirement planning, aimed at enhancing financial well-being. Additionally, HelloWallet provides employers with analytics to assess workforce financial health and improve employee engagement and wellness. The company operates a double bottom line business model, donating one subscription to a family in need for every five subscriptions sold. As of mid-2017, HelloWallet functions as a subsidiary of KeyBank National Association.

newBrandAnalytics

Series B in 2011
newBrandAnalytics, Inc. operates a social media intelligence platform that offers tools designed for service-focused industries to analyze online conversations. The company provides a suite of solutions, including an online reputation management tool that collects and processes social media comments, and social competitive intelligence tools that convert online reviews into actionable insights for businesses. Additionally, newBrandAnalytics offers a social engagement tool that facilitates direct communication between businesses and reviewers, as well as a real-time customer feedback tool for direct manager interaction. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including hospitality, restaurants, retail, healthcare, and government agencies. Established in 2010 and based in Washington, D.C., newBrandAnalytics aims to enhance guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and marketing strategies for its clients. The company operates as a subsidiary of Sprinklr Inc. as of June 2015.

Personal.com

Series A in 2011
Personal (www.personal.com and www.fillit.com) is the award-winning cloud-based data vault and automated form-filling product that allows users to safely control, import, store and share reusable data and documents, and to instantly complete hundreds of thousands of mobile and web forms. Built on privacy- and security-by-design platform, Personal helps individuals to properly leverage their data so they can realize the most value from it -- all with the peace of mind that the data in their vault remains legally theirs, they always know who can access it, and it can't be shared without their permission. The company’s product and innovative approach to individual data control and ownership has been covered in numerous national and international media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, TechCrunch, Mashable, GigaOm, Fast Company, Forbes, and others. Personal is headquartered in Washington, DC.

HelloWallet

Series A in 2010
HelloWallet, LLC is a financial services software company based in Washington, D.C., that provides a range of online tools to help individuals and organizations manage their finances effectively. Established in 2008, HelloWallet's platform assists users in organizing and tracking various financial accounts, including checking, savings, retirement, and healthcare accounts, as well as loans and investments. The software offers personalized guidance on budgeting, emergency savings, debt management, and retirement planning, aimed at enhancing financial well-being. Additionally, HelloWallet provides employers with analytics to assess workforce financial health and improve employee engagement and wellness. The company operates a double bottom line business model, donating one subscription to a family in need for every five subscriptions sold. As of mid-2017, HelloWallet functions as a subsidiary of KeyBank National Association.
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