Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management (RSCM) is a venture capital firm established in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in investing in the pre-seed stage of technology startups, primarily focusing on capital-efficient businesses that are not yet at full product-market fit. RSCM typically makes 75 to 100 investments annually, targeting companies with pre-money valuations between $1 million and $3 million. While the firm primarily invests in the United States and Canada, it occasionally extends its focus to startups in Western Europe, Israel, Australia, and New Zealand. RSCM aims to support what it perceives as the most underserved segments of the startup ecosystem, often investing in companies located outside major tech hubs like the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City. The firm is a Registered Investment Adviser and strives to provide potential entrepreneurs with a clear decision regarding their funding applications within two weeks. Since its inception, RSCM has made approximately 200 investments across 19 states.

Kevin Dick

Managing Partner

Dave Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Past deals in Design

Carbon Saver

Seed Round in 2022
Carbon Saver provides a sustainable renovation software as a service (SaaS) platform aimed at supporting eco-construction projects, particularly for residential properties. The platform allows users to assess the environmental impact of their interior design projects and offers a calculation method to facilitate the development of effective eco-design tools. This innovative solution is the result of collaboration with a diverse user community, including architects, interior designers, project managers, contractors, and artisans, ensuring that the platform meets the practical needs of its users while promoting environmentally friendly practices in building design and renovation.

Smoove Creations

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Smoove Creations is a shoe restoration and design company that specializes in customizing footwear to reflect individual styles and preferences. The company offers a platform that allows clients to personalize shoes of various qualities, tailoring designs for both personal and corporate needs. Additionally, Smoove Creations provides deep cleaning services to restore sneakers by removing scuffs, stains, and other debris. This comprehensive approach enables customers to express their unique identities and passions through designer footwear, making it a valuable service for both individuals and businesses looking to enhance their apparel offerings.

MASQ Optical

Pre Seed Round in 2021
MASQ Optical is a California-based company located in Yorba Linda that specializes in providing eyewear and lenses while transforming the eyewear purchasing experience through innovative design and technology. The company offers a diverse selection of optical glasses, frames, and lenses, featuring multi-layered anti-reflective coatings and aspheric designs that enhance clarity and reduce glare. These products are engineered to minimize the accumulation of fingerprints, oils, and water, thereby improving light transmission for clearer vision. MASQ Optical aims to deliver quality eyewear that not only protects customers' eyes but also offers increased impact resistance at affordable prices.

Elena Velez

Seed Round in 2020
Elena Velez is an apparel and fashion company known for its non-traditional synthesis of metalsmith and high fashion. It was founded by Elena Velez in New York, New York in 2018.

Awayr A.I.

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Awayr A.I. uses data-driven design and machine learning to produce SaaS software products. Our solutions help engineers understand the human attention and distraction implications of designs in real-time, to help them build better and safer user interface.

danger!awesome

Convertible Note in 2020
Danger!Awesome LLC, founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in laser-cutting and engraving services for a variety of materials, including wood, plastic, paper, fabric, and leather. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including architects, artists, engineers, students, and small businesses, providing customized products tailored to individual needs. In addition to traditional services, Danger!Awesome is pioneering the development of a high-performance, professional solid-state laser cutter designed for consumer affordability. This innovative device cuts metal and works on multiple materials with greater efficiency than conventional CO2 laser systems, addressing the growing demand from design firms, universities, and community spaces for modern, cost-effective laser solutions. Furthermore, the company offers a makerspace where customers can collaborate with designers and technicians to create personalized items, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and customization in the creative process.

Vishion

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Vishion Corporation is a mobile application developer based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 2017. The company offers a platform that allows users to search for decor and furniture based on specific colors, utilizing true color data, user preferences, and current fashion trends. The application is compatible with both Android and iOS devices, and it provides additional features for ideation and organization of design plans. Vishion also connects users with home renovation experts for consultations or full projects. As of May 2020, the company's services expanded to include a web-based search and organization tool targeting the broader interior design market, catering to both DIY enthusiasts and professionals.

Standard Cyborg

Convertible Note in 2019
Standard Cyborg, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in the development of cloud-based solutions for the custom design and fabrication of prosthetics and orthotics. Its primary product, Design Studio, offers comprehensive tools for scanning, modeling, and creating various orthotic and prosthetic devices, including test sockets and definitive fittings for different types of limb differences. The platform supports the design of ankle-foot orthoses, shoe inserts, and custom liners, among other applications. Additionally, Design Studio features iPad-based scanning and sculpting, one-click ordering for 3D printed check sockets, and capabilities for carving and fabrication. The company also provides customer support through web chat, phone, and screen sharing. Founded in 2014, Standard Cyborg aims to innovate in the field of assistive technology through its advanced digital solutions.

BuildSim

Pre Seed Round in 2017
BuildSimHub is a cloud-based building energy model 3D visualization and project collaboration platform. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.

Yoller

Convertible Note in 2016
Yoller is a social planning platform designed to facilitate the organization of events among friends and peers. The mobile application allows users to quickly reach consensus on key details such as who, what, where, and when, making it easier for spontaneous gatherings to take place. By leveraging clean design, group psychology, and machine learning, Yoller enhances the planning process, ensuring that social occasions like reunions, adventure trips, and other meet-ups can be arranged efficiently and effectively. This focus on user experience and practicality positions Yoller as a valuable tool for individuals looking to connect with others in a fast and hassle-free manner.

Growth Instruments

Convertible Note in 2016
Growth Instruments, LLC is designed to accommodate complex, industry and organization-specific needs, while offering an affordable platform that is easily modified and maintained. Our goal is to transform corporate environments by providing highly customized solutions, behavioral data science, creative content and enhanced user experience in an effort to preserve your corporate culture and internal process.

danger!awesome

Convertible Note in 2016
Danger!Awesome LLC, founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in laser-cutting and engraving services for a variety of materials, including wood, plastic, paper, fabric, and leather. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including architects, artists, engineers, students, and small businesses, providing customized products tailored to individual needs. In addition to traditional services, Danger!Awesome is pioneering the development of a high-performance, professional solid-state laser cutter designed for consumer affordability. This innovative device cuts metal and works on multiple materials with greater efficiency than conventional CO2 laser systems, addressing the growing demand from design firms, universities, and community spaces for modern, cost-effective laser solutions. Furthermore, the company offers a makerspace where customers can collaborate with designers and technicians to create personalized items, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and customization in the creative process.

ēdn

Convertible Note in 2016
ēdn specializes in indoor gardening technology that allows individuals to cultivate fresh herbs, vegetables, and flowers effortlessly. The company aims to enhance the connection between people and nature by providing products that combine advanced automation with horticultural expertise. Their innovative systems ensure predictable and guaranteed results, enabling users to grow a variety of plants in a sustainable manner from the comfort of their homes. Designed with aesthetics in mind, ēdn's products are crafted from high-quality hardwood and aluminum, presenting a harmonious blend of functionality and beauty.

PopUp Play

Convertible Note in 2016
PopUp Play, Inc. is a company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in manufacturing customizable play structures designed by children through its online application, PopUp Play Build Lab. The firm offers a digital-to-physical design platform that enables consumer brands to create on-demand product experiences. Using a touch-based design interface, consumers can easily create and order personalized designs, which are then delivered to their homes. This approach allows brands to engage with their customers in innovative ways, providing unique, tailored products that reflect individual creativity. Each item is produced on-demand, enabling efficient scaling and responsiveness to market trends.

Brand.AI

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Brand.AI is a digital asset management platform that streamlines brand management for teams and partners. It aims to eliminate communication overhead and version conflicts by providing an operating system that brings brands to life. The platform facilitates the management and sharing of design assets created in tools like Sketch and Adobe Illustrator. It also supports the export of style data to various formats, including Sass, iOS, and Android. By automating updates, Brand.AI enables interface developers to maintain front-end code and ensure visual consistency across multiple applications. This functionality enhances collaboration and efficiency in brand execution.

Lightboard

Seed Round in 2015
Lightboard, Inc. is a graphic design agency based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in creating marketing and sales materials. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of services, including on-demand and subscription-based presentations, PDFs, illustrations, display advertisements, banners, social media designs, web design, and email templates. Lightboard aims to provide an efficient solution for clients by leveraging a combination of skilled account managers and designers, as well as cloud-based graphic design software. This approach allows them to handle small projects effectively while delivering high-quality results, thus alleviating the challenges associated with managing multiple freelancers.

KWAMBIO

Angel Round in 2015
KWAMBIO collaborates with both established and emerging designers to create a curated selection of homewares, accessories, and art, all manufactured on-demand using ceramics and metals. The company's e-commerce platform allows customers to customize designer products through its proprietary software, KWAMBIO Filters, which enables variations in form, size, material, and finish. This results in unique, one-of-a-kind commissions that reflect a partnership between the designer and the customer. KWAMBIO employs advanced binder jetting technology, which significantly reduces manufacturing time while ensuring high-precision designs without visible layers on the finished objects. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, KWAMBIO gained recognition at various industry events, including the London 3D Printshow and the IDCEE startup competition. The company participated in the Techstars 2015 Summer class and has successfully raised $1.2 million in funding to date.

Card Isle

Convertible Note in 2015
Card Isle Corporation specializes in designing and selling personalized boutique greeting cards, utilizing automated kiosks and an online platform. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, the company provides a unique service that allows customers to create custom greeting cards on-site or online. Its offerings include a Print-at-Home solution, enabling users to print high-quality cards using personal printers, and an eCommerce platform that facilitates card design through various channels, including in-store and phone orders. By eliminating the need to stock pre-printed cards, Card Isle ensures that every card is personalized and printed on demand, catering to a diverse clientele that includes hospitals, airports, military bases, universities, convenience stores, and corporate campuses across the United States. The company features designs from local and independent artists, allowing customers to send meaningful and relevant greetings.

Unmade

Convertible Note in 2014
Unmade is a startup innovating in the fashion industry by transforming the way knitwear is designed and produced. By utilizing advanced technologies to control industrial knitting machines, Unmade enables the creation of unique garments on demand, akin to 3D printing but with high-quality natural fibers. Launching in Somerset House, the company allows customers to remix designs from renowned artists and see their creations visualized on models before production. This capability is made possible through Unmade's unique preview technology, which significantly reduces the programming costs traditionally associated with custom knitwear. As a result, brands can offer bespoke, customized, or limited edition knitwear at a cost comparable to local mass production. Unmade aims to establish a platform that connects brands and independent designers with customers seeking personalized clothing, thus advancing the mass customization of knitwear to an industrial scale.

Stand In

Seed Round in 2014
Stand In redefines how apps are designed. With our software, designers can craft amazing user experiences for the wide range of devices that we interact with every day.

Matter.io

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Matter.io is simple manufacturing, built for designers. We make it easy for product designers to spin up production and logistics as easily as developers spinning up servers.

Litographs

Convertible Note in 2014
Litographs helps authors connect with fans by producing tasteful, customizable and unique literary merchandise.Litographs creates art from the books you've read and loved. Our posters, t-shirts, and tote bags are all created entirely from the text of classic books. Our designs were created by a team of artists from all over the world. From a distance, the artwork illustrates a theme, character, or setting from each book. Move closer and the text becomes fully legible.Litographs is committed to promoting literacy, both at home and abroad.We're proud to partner with the International Book Bank to send one new, high-quality book to a community in need for each product we sell.

Designlab

Seed Round in 2013
Designlab is an online education platform based in San Francisco, California, specializing in design skills such as user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design. Founded in 2013, the company offers a mentor-led learning experience that combines structured lessons with hands-on projects, allowing students to develop practical skills in web design. Through one-on-one mentorship from experienced designers, learners can effectively gain valuable skills that prepare them for careers in the design industry. Designlab's mission is to empower creators to pursue their passions and contribute to impactful products and services that can enhance the lives of people globally.

Plum

Seed Round in 2013
At Plum, they aim to use beautiful design and smart technology to reinvent age-old technology. They don't see "the home of the future" or a "smart home." They just see a better way to live. Their aim is to craft product experiences that change your life without getting in your way. That's why everything they make is created with precision and care. Their mission isn't just to create great products but to build the products that create experiences you'll love.

CONSTRVCT

Seed Round in 2013
CONSTRVCT is the missing software platform for fashion design. Easy CAD tools for anyone to use, with services to support the design process at all levels. It's creative tools for the digital crafting generation. CONSTRVCT is developed by [Continuum Fashion](/organization/continuum-fashion).

Storytime Studios

Seed Round in 2013
SKIT! is an app created by the friendly folks at Storytime Studios. Our mission is simple: With SKIT! anyone can be creative...together! A platform for creating and sharing animated video messages with the community. This user-friendly mobile app allows you to create fun animated videos for free using your vibrant photos and decorating it with stickers, crazy outfits, filters and more. So, you get to animate your stories and memes, and share the video clips with the community; the best animation app for kids. With this application, you can import pictures and friend lists from Facebook and add more than 1000 vibrant stickers, characters, clips and props to make an interesting video clip. You can start instantly creating storytelling video clips with the StoryStarter Wizard and share the video messages through Facebook, Twitter, text (SMS), email and here with the community. Storytelling was never this easy, fast or fun before. SKIT! allows you to remix stories and create something completely new and amusing with just few clicks. You can get this free animated story telling app from App Store on iTunes, or from Google Play Store. It is also available at Amazon app store.

Psykosoft

Seed Round in 2012
Psykopaint is software which allows users to create amazing paintings with no skills. It works by sampling the colors of an image and applying it automatically to your brush, so you don't need to worry about it and focus on a style you like. Psykopaint could be described as a mix of Corel Painter and Photoshop on LSD, or maybe the first creative entertainment software or a i'm-a-DIY-awesome-artist-in-5-minutes software, but it is so new and cool that we find it ourselves too difficult to describe on our own.
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