Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management, established in 2010, is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage technology investments. It focuses on funding pre-seed rounds, making 75-100 investments annually in startups outside major tech hubs, with pre-money valuations typically ranging from $1M to $3M. The firm prefers capital-efficient businesses and aims to provide a swift investment decision, usually within two weeks. Since 2012, RSCM has invested in approximately 200 companies across 19 U.S. states and several international locations, including Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, and Western Europe.

Kevin Dick

Managing Director

Dave Lambert

Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Paul Swiencicki

Growth Partner

Past deals in Language Processing

Elias Robot

Seed Round in 2022
Elias Robot is a language learning application that leverages a voice user interface (VUI) and artificial intelligence (AI) to facilitate the practice of foreign languages and communication skills. Developed by educators, the application incorporates scientifically researched methodologies, ensuring an effective learning experience. By prioritizing engagement and accessibility, Elias Robot provides users with a safe environment to enhance their language proficiency in a fun and interactive manner.

BeeReaders

Seed Round in 2021
BeeReaders is an innovative edtech company focused on improving English language learning for K-12 Spanish-speaking students. The company has developed a digital reading platform that fosters foundational literacy skills through personalized learning experiences and authentic Spanish content. This platform features an español placement test and a proprietary leveling system, ensuring that the content is culturally relevant and tailored to each student's needs. Additionally, BeeReaders offers a supplemental program that supports hybrid instruction, allowing students to monitor their progress and advance their skills in a game-like learning environment. By redefining the learning experience, BeeReaders aims to enhance academic success for its target demographic.

Y Translator

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Y Translator, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, specializing in speech-to-text translation software. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and natural language processing to automate video closed captioning and translation, providing services such as language translation, subtitles, and captioning for multimedia-sharing platforms like YouTube. Y Translator's platform offers features including auto-rewind, auto-save, auto-punctuation, and export options, enabling content creators to enhance their content's accessibility and engagement, ultimately increasing their influence and revenue.

Stride.AI

Convertible Note in 2016
Our company provides advanced artificial intelligence solutions designed to automate and optimize the process of reading, interpreting, and processing text-based data. We handle data in various formats and languages, from documents to web content and internal applications. Our unique value propositions include a remarkably fast time to market, minimal need for training data, and the option of on-premise deployment. We navigate the complexities that large organizations, specifically within the financial and pharmaceutical sectors, face when managing vast amounts of data. Our clientele comprises large-scale businesses based in North America, Europe, and Asia. We strive to streamline their operations, enhance efficiency, and increase the accuracy of data input and extraction. Our company provides advanced artificial intelligence solutions designed to automate and optimize the process of reading, interpreting, and processing text-based data. We handle data in various formats and languages, from documents to web content and internal applications. Our unique value propositions include a remarkably fast time to market, minimal need for training data, and the option of on-premise deployment. We navigate the complexities that large organizations, specifically within the financial and pharmaceutical sectors, face when managing vast amounts of data. Our clientele comprises large-scale businesses based in North America, Europe, and Asia. We strive to streamline their operations, enhance efficiency, and increase the accuracy of data input and extraction.

Init.ai

Seed Round in 2016
Init.ai is a developer of a conversational application development platform that simplifies the creation of AI-driven and natural language conversational apps. The platform is designed to enable companies to build standalone, platform-agnostic applications that do not require downloads. Utilizing advanced machine learning techniques, Init.ai’s technology is trained on data rather than explicitly programmed, improving its performance as it encounters more training examples. The platform offers a comprehensive solution that integrates messaging, business logic, and third-party APIs, making it easier for organizations to deploy conversational applications powered by artificial intelligence and natural language processing. Init.ai was acquired by Apple.

Localize

Seed Round in 2015
Localize Corporation is a localization solution provider that specializes in translating websites and SaaS platforms. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Localize offers a no-code translation tool that allows businesses to easily translate their web applications, dashboards, and API documentation. Utilizing a JavaScript code solution, it automatically detects website content and loads it into a user-friendly dashboard, streamlining the workflow for translation and deployment. This efficient approach significantly reduces the time required to implement multilingual support, enabling companies to expand into new markets and enhance customer experiences around the world.

Peruse

Convertible Note in 2015
Peruse offers natural language question-answering solutions for business documents. The service intercepts incoming questions, extracts potential answers from Dropbox and Box documents, and delivers them to user preferred platforms. Peruse was launched by Luke Gotszling in 2014.

Jargon

Seed Round in 2014
Jargon is a software company based in Mountain View, California, specializing in mobile localization solutions for developers. Founded in 2013 and previously known as Colatris, Jargon offers a software development kit that enables international brands to connect with local consumers by lowering language barriers in mobile applications. The company provides a plug-and-play solution for user experience localization, allowing developers to convert and deliver mobile apps in various languages quickly and efficiently. Jargon employs innovative technologies, including in-context translation and multi-device review, to simplify the localization process, addressing the complexities traditionally associated with this field. In 2016, Jargon became a subsidiary of Smartling, Inc.

VerbalizeIt

Seed Round in 2012
VerbalizeIt, Inc. is an international crowd-sourced translation company that operates a cloud-based platform connecting businesses and travelers to a community of vetted translators. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company offers a range of translation solutions, including live conversation interpretation, document translation, website and mobile localization, and subtitling for video and audio files. With a community of 25,000 translators proficient in 150 languages, VerbalizeIt enables brands to effectively communicate across various mediums while preserving their unique voice. The platform is designed to facilitate real-time translation, allowing users to engage in global conversations seamlessly. In 2016, VerbalizeIt became a subsidiary of Smartling, Inc.

Advanced Symbolics

Advanced Symbolics is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence-powered market research. Its flagship technology, Polly, analyzes vast amounts of public online posts to forecast population trends and consumer behavior. The platform offers a variety of services, including predicting sales trends, conducting competitive analysis, evaluating advertising effectiveness, and performing message testing. By leveraging real-time data and probabilistic sampling, Advanced Symbolics enables brands and agencies to access statistically validated market research reports without the need for traditional opt-in methods. Polly can also provide insights into achieving specific marketing goals, making it a valuable tool for understanding public opinion and market potential.

Strings

Strings is a tech startup that specializes in continuous localization software for developers. Its platform integrates seamlessly with codebases, enabling developers to activate localization in minutes rather than weeks. Strings' translation engine, powered by advanced language models like OpenAI's GPT-4, generates high-quality translations, supporting all major spoken languages. The platform offers unlimited translation keys and memory, and enhances translation quality by incorporating relevant context cues.

Legalbook.io

LegalBook is a pioneering AI-driven platform transforming the legal industry. It empowers legal professionals by simplifying complex legal research, enhancing decision-making, and streamlining document creation. Utilizing advanced Natural Language Processing and predictive analytics, LegalBook offers a comprehensive suite of tools for reviewing, drafting, and interpreting legal documents efficiently and accurately. The platform provides actionable insights, jurisdiction-specific guidance, and ethical considerations, revolutionizing the way legal experts handle documentation, saving time, and setting new industry standards.
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