Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage, pre-seed technology startups in underserved segments of the ecosystem. It invests in a high-volume, capital-efficient portfolio, typically funding rounds of 50,000 to 500,000 and making roughly 75 to 100 investments per year. The firm targets opportunities across the United States and internationally, including Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, and Western Europe, prioritizing companies with scalable products and prudent capital use outside major metro hubs. Since its inception, it has built a broad portfolio across many states. It commits to a fast decision process, often delivering a yes or no within two weeks to help founders establish momentum.

Kevin Dick

Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Paul Swiencicki

Partner

Past deals in Rental

Co-Rent

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Co-Rent is a business that specializes in shared rental services for film equipment. It operates a collaborative platform that allows audiovisual professionals to list and rent out their private equipment to clients, generating additional income for the owners while providing a wide range of high-quality, carefully selected equipment to renters.

Rideshine

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Rideshine is a company that delivers business-to-business car wash and cleaning services with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and operational efficiency. It uses data-driven methods to optimize distribution and workflows in the car wash sector and employs climate-friendly practices, including waterless hand washing and waxing options. The company partners with property management firms to provide apartment amenities such as overnight house cleaning and car washes, offering convenient, eco-conscious services that can be performed in residents’ garages and help reduce car wash queue times. Through its integrated approach, Rideshine aims to streamline service delivery, improve asset utilization, and expand access to professional cleaning and car care within multi-family housing environments.

WellCapped

Pre Seed Round in 2020
WellCapped is a data-driven beauty company that operates an online rental platform for high-quality hair extensions and wigs. It caters primarily to hyper-consumers, offering monthly subscriptions and à la carte rentals, along with personalized style recommendations.

Rentgrata

Seed Round in 2019
Rentgrata is a platform that connects prospective renters with current residents of apartment communities through messaging, facilitating real conversations and feedback to help multifamily professionals understand renter needs. It enables resident referrals and provides anonymized feedback, with the aim of reducing resident turnover and increasing net operating income. The platform supports leasing teams with day-to-day operations and helps residents participate in referrals, fostering a sense of community within properties. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago.

Car Body Lab

Venture Round in 2019
Car Body Lab, Inc. is a mobile auto repair company based in Miami Beach, Florida, founded in 2017. It operates a fleet of mobile vans that provide a range of services, including auto body repair, auto body painting, and paintless dent removal. The company serves customers across several major markets, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Sacramento, and the Bay Area in California, as well as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Dallas, and Houston. Car Body Lab connects clients with certified technicians who can perform repairs on-site, allowing for convenient and efficient service directly at the customer's location. The company's innovative approach aims to make auto repairs accessible and affordable for its clients.

Parakeet

Convertible Note in 2017
Parakeet specializes in vacation rental property management solutions. Their smart home automation technology enables centralized remote control of primary property functions such as door locks, garage doors, thermostats, and safety sensors. This scalable system helps managers improve guest experiences, increase revenues, and eliminate operational inefficiencies.

Orbirental

Convertible Note in 2017
Orbirental is an online platform specifically designed to streamline the vacation rental booking process for property owners and management teams. By leveraging advanced technology and automation, the platform simplifies workflows, allowing users to focus on providing quality hospitality rather than getting bogged down by operational complexities. Its user-friendly, sales-focused interface enhances lead-to-booking conversion rates while reducing operational costs. Orbirental empowers vacation rental companies to optimize their resources effectively and improve revenue through data-driven initiatives and technical integrations, making it a cost-effective alternative to more complex software solutions in the market.

Leaseful

Seed Round in 2017
Leaseful, LLC is a Dallas-based company that operates an online platform specifically designed to facilitate peer-to-peer subleasing among college students. Founded in 2014, Leaseful connects hosts with unused rooms and guests in need of medium-term accommodations, addressing the common challenge of traditional 12-month leases that many students face. By allowing students to safely sublease their extra spaces, Leaseful provides a solution for monetizing unused assets while offering an improved alternative to less reliable methods like Craigslist or informal word-of-mouth. The platform enhances user trust and security through features such as a Guest Satisfaction Guarantee, Rent Guarantee, and Host Protection Policy, creating a reliable marketplace that caters to the unique needs of the student community.

BookBuses

Convertible Note in 2016
BookBuses Inc., founded in 2013 and based in New York, operates an online platform that connects users with charter bus rental services for various events. The company partners with vetted bus companies nationwide to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions. Users can browse and compare prices and amenities on the BookBuses website, selecting from options such as shuttle buses, charter buses, school buses, vans, and executive buses. The platform offers real-time search, on-demand pricing, instant booking, and bus tracking services, catering to event planners and organizers for events like sports games, weddings, religious trips, and conferences.

Trekk

Convertible Note in 2016
Trekk is a mobile app platform that enhances community connectivity and facilitates the movement of large items. Operating primarily in the Greater Los Angeles Area, Trekk connects users with local drivers who have the capacity to transport items from various locations. The app allows users to request on-demand moving services in real-time, providing features such as GPS tracking for driver arrival and automated fare payments through smartphones. Trekk's services include the movement of in-store purchases, items from online marketplaces, apartment relocations, and donations from local centers. The company prioritizes user security by conducting background checks on its drivers and offers 24/7 member support, ensuring a reliable and efficient delivery experience.

Sailo

Convertible Note in 2015
Sailo, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer boat rental marketplace that connects boat owners, captains, and renters through a comprehensive web and mobile platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Florida, Sailo facilitates the rental of various types of vessels, including yachts, sailboats, motor yachts, catamarans, pontoons, and cruisers. The platform allows users to view and compare boats based on price, location, capacity, and activities, making the boat rental experience more personalized and accessible. Sailo's innovative technology aims to transform the boat rental industry, which is valued at approximately $50 billion, by providing a seamless interface for services such as provisioning, itinerary sharing, and group outing arrangements.

Pilotworks

Convertible Note in 2015
Pilotworks is a culinary incubation service that supports the growth of independent food companies by offering flexible kitchen spaces and a range of valuable services. The company provides standard, private, and semi-private kitchen workspaces, catering to a variety of needs for food entrepreneurs. In addition to workspace rental, Pilotworks fosters a supportive community that includes mentoring and culinary advice, helping businesses—from startups to established brands—navigate the challenges of the food industry. By creating an accessible environment for learning and collaboration, Pilotworks enables food entrepreneurs to seize new opportunities and enhance their operations.

Borrowing Magnolia

Convertible Note in 2015
Founded in 2014, Borrowing Magnolia is a tech-driven platform that enables brides-to-be to purchase or rent designer wedding dresses. It facilitates the resale or rental of pre-owned gowns and partners with boutiques for unsold inventory, promoting sustainability and affordability in bridal fashion.

DriveShare

Seed Round in 2015
DriveShare is an online platform that connects classic and exotic car owners with qualified renters, enabling enthusiasts to offset their ownership costs by renting out their vehicles. The service caters to individuals seeking unique driving experiences, offering a diverse selection of classic and collector cars, including models like the 1956 Chevrolet BelAir and the 1979 Ferrari 308. Each rental is backed by comprehensive insurance coverage and a specialized roadside assistance program tailored for classic vehicles. DriveShare aims to make these remarkable cars accessible to a wider audience, promoting a sharing economy within the automotive enthusiast community. The platform is free to join, eliminating costly membership fees and facilitating a seamless connection between car hosts and renters.

Peerby Classic

Seed Round in 2013
Peerby B.V. is a Dutch startup founded in 2012, based in Amsterdam, that operates Peerby Go, a peer-to-peer sharing platform. This service allows users to rent and borrow items from neighbors, facilitating resource sharing within local communities. The platform can be accessed online, through mobile devices, or via social media, enabling users to easily connect and exchange goods. Initially launched in Amsterdam, Peerby is actively expanding its reach to other areas, promoting sustainable consumption and fostering community engagement.

PivotDesk

Seed Round in 2012
PivotDesk, LLC is an office-sharing marketplace that specializes in connecting companies with excess office space to startups and small businesses seeking flexible, affordable work environments. Founded in 2012 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a platform that facilitates monthly license agreements, allowing host companies to monetize their unused space while providing guests with tailored options for shared or private offices. PivotDesk's tools enable businesses to efficiently manage their space and promote it effectively, thereby transforming office space from a liability into a valuable asset. The platform not only supports the growth of startups but also fosters entrepreneurial density and economic development in urban areas. As of February 2019, PivotDesk operates as a subsidiary of TheSquareFoot, Inc.

Soundspace

Soundspace operates a SaaS platform that streamlines shared space management. It handles bookings, payments, memberships, and financials, enabling commercial real estate owners to generate consistent revenue from vacant spaces while reducing administrative costs by over 50%. The platform's proprietary demand-based booking system facilitates easy short-term rentals for various workspace needs.

HouseStay

Housestay.com is an online marketplace for fully furnished standalone home and apartment rentals for Global Mobility Professionals, Business Travelers, Temporary Relocation Tenants, and Individuals serving as an alternative to extended stay hotels with a minimum stay of 30 Days (No Maximum).
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