SV Angel is a San Francisco-based angel investment group founded in 1992 that focuses on supporting entrepreneurs in the software-centric consumer and enterprise sectors across the United States. The organization assists founders at crucial stages of their business development by providing strategic advice, financing, and support for mergers and acquisitions. Unlike traditional venture capital firms that typically invest in a limited number of companies annually, SV Angel is known for its high volume of investments, often exceeding 100 companies each year. By leveraging its extensive network, SV Angel aims to help startups build sustainable and enduring companies.
Faire is an online wholesale marketplace that connects retailers with unique merchandise from various brands and makers, facilitating a streamlined purchasing process. The platform provides retailers with tools and insights to manage inventory effectively, employing artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast product demand. Faire's offerings include net 60 payment terms and free returns, which reduce the risks associated with wholesale purchasing, enabling local retailers and independent brands to compete with larger e-commerce entities. Headquartered in San Francisco and Kitchener, Faire aims to support the future of local retail by simplifying logistics and enhancing access to diverse products.
Fig
Seed Round in 2021
Fig makes the terminal more accessible to beginners, more efficient for advanced engineers, and more collaborative for teams. It is building an app store ecosystem for the terminal. Its first app is autocomplete. Fig was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Affirm
Post in 2021
Affirm is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing installment loans to consumers at the point of sale. Founded in 2012, Affirm offers a platform that allows users to make purchases from online merchants and pay for them in fixed monthly installments. This service provides a transparent alternative to traditional credit cards, as it enables consumers to see upfront what they will pay each month, without hidden fees or unexpected costs. Affirm partners with over 2,000 merchants across various sectors, including retail, travel, and personal fitness, allowing shoppers to select Affirm as a payment option at checkout. The company aims to empower consumers with honest financial products and improve accessibility in the banking industry.
Specto
Seed Round in 2021
Specto is a mobile application performance monitoring platform founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform is designed for developers, allowing them to collect essential metrics and profiles with minimal code integration. Specto's proprietary dashboard provides insights into mobile application performance, helping businesses understand the reasons behind specific performance issues. By combining data analysis with industry expertise, the platform enables clients to identify root causes and offers actionable recommendations to enhance application performance. Specto emphasizes ease of integration and provides hands-on support to ensure a smooth user experience.
Fig
Seed Round in 2020
Fig makes the terminal more accessible to beginners, more efficient for advanced engineers, and more collaborative for teams. It is building an app store ecosystem for the terminal. Its first app is autocomplete. Fig was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Spiketrap
Seed Round in 2020
Spiketrap Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops an artificial intelligence-driven platform focused on analyzing customer behavior through user-generated content. Founded in 2016, Spiketrap's solutions help organizations monitor and measure online discussions, allowing businesses to make informed decisions across various areas, including marketing, business intelligence, and sales. By providing data analytics and visualization tools, Spiketrap enables clients to understand audience dynamics and improve their development strategies. The platform is designed to enhance decision-making processes by offering insights into real-time conversations, ultimately helping businesses reduce risk and increase returns.
PostHog
Pre Seed Round in 2020
PostHog is an open-source product analytics platform designed for developers, founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform provides a comprehensive suite of tools that includes product analytics, session recording, funnels, feature flags, and experimentation, all integrated into a single solution. By automating event tracking and user data collection, PostHog enables engineers to understand product usage and user behavior more effectively. This functionality allows development teams to create applications that are better tailored to their users' needs.
Mantra Bio
Series A in 2019
Mantra Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing targeted therapeutics through its proprietary platform for engineering Targeted Exosome Vehicles (TEVs). Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes its REVEAL platform, which combines computational biology, wet lab techniques, and automation. This innovative approach allows for the design, testing, and optimization of TEVs tailored for specific therapeutic applications across diverse tissue and cellular targets. In addition to its engineering capabilities, Mantra Bio has established a scalable biomanufacturing process to ensure that these novel therapeutics can be produced reproducibly and with high purity, aiming to address intractable diseases effectively.
Raise Commercial Real Estate
Seed Round in 2019
Raise Commercial Real Estate, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive commercial real estate brokerage services tailored for startups and high-growth companies seeking office spaces. The firm offers a range of planning services, including financial analysis, legal assistance, zoning, and site selection. Additionally, Raise provides buildout services encompassing workplace strategy, project management, and architectural support. Its operations services comprise move coordination, office management, furniture procurement, and lease administration. The company also assists clients with document management and commute analysis. Established in 2015 and originally known as HelloOffice, Inc., it rebranded to Raise Commercial Real Estate in November 2020. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and has additional offices in Los Angeles and Silicon Valley.
Tandem
Seed Round in 2019
Tandem is a virtual office for remote teams. It allows its users to see, talk to, and collaborate with their team in one click. It was founded by Rajiv Ayyangar, Tim Su, and Bernat Fortet in 2019. It is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Embark Trucks
Series C in 2019
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.
Tandem
Series A in 2019
Tandem is a virtual office for remote teams. It allows its users to see, talk to, and collaborate with their team in one click. It was founded by Rajiv Ayyangar, Tim Su, and Bernat Fortet in 2019. It is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Specto
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Specto is a mobile application performance monitoring platform founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform is designed for developers, allowing them to collect essential metrics and profiles with minimal code integration. Specto's proprietary dashboard provides insights into mobile application performance, helping businesses understand the reasons behind specific performance issues. By combining data analysis with industry expertise, the platform enables clients to identify root causes and offers actionable recommendations to enhance application performance. Specto emphasizes ease of integration and provides hands-on support to ensure a smooth user experience.
Clockwise
Series A in 2019
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.
Cocoon
Seed Round in 2019
Cocoon is a leave management software company that simplifies the process of taking and managing leave for both employers and employees. Founded in 2020 by former employees of Stripe and Square, Cocoon addresses the complexities often associated with leave, such as compliance, claims, and payroll, allowing human resources teams to concentrate on supporting their workforce during significant life events like childbirth, caregiving, and personal health crises. The company collaborates with various employers, including Carta, Khan Academy, and Benchling, to enhance the employee experience during these pivotal moments. Operating from a small studio in San Francisco's Mission District, Cocoon emphasizes the importance of its physical workspace as a reflection of its commitment to creating exceptional digital environments for small groups. The company is backed by notable investors, including Index Ventures and First Round Capital.
WorkOS
Seed Round in 2019
WorkOS, Inc. develops software solutions that help enterprises become ready for business growth by providing APIs designed to make applications enterprise-ready. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, the company offers pre-built features and integrations essential for IT administrators, including Single Sign-On (SSO), directory syncing, audit trails, and access control. WorkOS simplifies the implementation of these crucial enterprise features, enabling businesses to integrate their applications efficiently and operate seamlessly across various platforms. By using just a few lines of code, users can effectively prepare their applications for enterprise customers.
DFINITY
Venture Round in 2018
DFINITY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization based in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional offices in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2016, it focuses on developing the Internet Computer, a decentralized cloud platform designed to facilitate the creation and hosting of web applications. The foundation is a key contributor to the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), which enables independent data centers to collaborate and provide secure, serverless cloud functionality. DFINITY also offers the Canister software development kit (SDK) to assist users in building applications on this platform. By leveraging blockchain technology, DFINITY aims to simplify the development of sophisticated web applications, allowing non-technical users to create and manage these tools through natural language interactions. This vision seeks to transform the internet into a decentralized "World Computer," enhancing security and promoting the adoption of Web3 technologies. The foundation operates research centers in multiple locations, including Palo Alto and Shanghai, driving innovation within its ecosystem.
Embark Trucks
Series B in 2018
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.
rideOS
Series A in 2018
rideOS Inc. is a technology company that focuses on developing marketplace and mapping services for on-demand transportation, catering to both self-driving and human-operated vehicle fleets. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, rideOS offers a range of services including self-driving vehicle routing, estimated time of arrival (ETA) calculations, dispatch solutions, and multi-rider trip planning. Its technology enables mobility service providers to efficiently deploy autonomous vehicles by assessing route requirements and dispatching human pilots when necessary. The company collaborates with a variety of partners, from startups to established automotive manufacturers, to enhance the capabilities of next-generation transport systems. With a team of experienced engineers from leading tech firms, rideOS aims to revolutionize the transportation landscape and facilitate the global rollout of advanced mobility solutions.
Skip Scooters
Seed Round in 2018
Skip Scooters operates shared electric scooters for reliable last-mile transportation. The company works with cities to ensure our fleets are operated with the support of the surrounding communities, and they stand behind their riders by providing vehicles, safety education, and training, and world-class support. The scooter rental company is based in San Francisco, California. It is formerly known by its Y Combinator codename, Waybots.
Pagedraw
Seed Round in 2018
Pagedraw is a software company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in transforming website mock-ups and designs into functional code. Founded in 2016, Pagedraw provides a user-friendly UI builder that allows designers to input their drawings into an editor. The software automatically generates production-ready code, including HTML, CSS, JSX, ERB, and PHP, which can be seamlessly integrated into GitHub. By automating the translation of graphics into semantic and dynamic code, Pagedraw enables web design teams to streamline their workflow without compromising on design quality or coding standards.
Fuzzy
Seed Round in 2017
Fuzzy is a subscription-based pet healthcare startup whose mission is to make pet care accessible, affordable, and delightful for every pet parent. Through a mobile application, Fuzzy connects pet parents to veterinarians, 24/7. The company also offers a service for direct mailing of medications, supplements, and food for dogs and cats. Founded in 2016, Fuzzy is based in San Francisco, California. Some of its early backers include Precursor Ventures, Eniac Ventures, Crosscut Ventures, SV Angel, FJ Labs, Accelerator Ventures, and Matrix Partners.
Embark Trucks
Series A in 2017
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.
Segment
Series C in 2017
Segment provides the customer data infrastructure that helps businesses put their customers first. Using Segment, companies can collect, unify, and connect their first-party to over 200 marketing, analytics, and data warehouse tools. It was founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Lunchclub
Seed Round in 2017
Lunchclub is an AI-driven platform that facilitates introductions for one-on-one meetings, including lunch and coffee encounters. Founded in 2018 by Vladimir Novakovski, Hayley Leibson, and Scott Wu, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Lunchclub connects individuals seeking to establish professional relationships, such as finding business partners, team members, or investors. The platform enables users to make strategic connections that can help them achieve their goals and advance their professional endeavors.
Upbeat
Venture Round in 2017
Upbeat is a cloud-based public relations service provider that connects companies with journalists and media outlets. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company leverages software and big data analysis to create effective media outreach campaigns. Upbeat offers a range of services, including customer dashboards, account management workflows, email campaign management, a journalist database, and media monitoring and analysis. The firm serves various industries, such as education, real estate, trucking, pharmaceuticals, and human resources. By combining the expertise of software engineers and PR professionals, Upbeat modernizes traditional public relations practices, facilitating the transformation of story ideas into compelling presentations while managing outreach efforts and tracking their progress through real-time analytics.
Clockwise
Seed Round in 2017
Clockwise Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for time management. Its flagship product, Clockwise, serves as a smart calendar assistant that connects to users' work calendars at the system level. The software learns individual preferences, such as typical working hours, time zones, and meeting tolerances, to create a more efficient scheduling experience. By analyzing schedules and work habits, Clockwise automatically coordinates meetings and identifies optimal times for focused work, ultimately enhancing productivity and reducing the stress associated with manual calendar management. Founded in 2016, the company aims to bring flexibility to modern workdays, enabling teams to balance collaborative efforts with personal focus time, thereby promoting well-being and preventing burnout.
Zenreach
Series C in 2017
Zenreach, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides online marketing solutions aimed at improving customer acquisition and lifetime value for businesses with physical locations. Founded in 2011, Zenreach developed Walk-Through Marketing to integrate digital marketing with in-store outcomes. Their Zenreach Engage platform automatically tracks customer visits, creating and updating detailed customer profiles. Additionally, Zenreach Attract enhances advertising effectiveness by targeting audiences based on existing customer data, reportedly improving ad performance by four times. The company measures success through its proprietary Walk-Through Rate™, which indicates when an individual exposed to an advertisement subsequently visits a location. Zenreach serves a diverse clientele, including thousands of independent merchants and well-known brands.
Faire
Seed Round in 2017
Faire is an online wholesale marketplace that connects retailers with unique merchandise from various brands and makers, facilitating a streamlined purchasing process. The platform provides retailers with tools and insights to manage inventory effectively, employing artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast product demand. Faire's offerings include net 60 payment terms and free returns, which reduce the risks associated with wholesale purchasing, enabling local retailers and independent brands to compete with larger e-commerce entities. Headquartered in San Francisco and Kitchener, Faire aims to support the future of local retail by simplifying logistics and enhancing access to diverse products.
Faire
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Faire is an online wholesale marketplace that connects retailers with unique merchandise from various brands and makers, facilitating a streamlined purchasing process. The platform provides retailers with tools and insights to manage inventory effectively, employing artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to forecast product demand. Faire's offerings include net 60 payment terms and free returns, which reduce the risks associated with wholesale purchasing, enabling local retailers and independent brands to compete with larger e-commerce entities. Headquartered in San Francisco and Kitchener, Faire aims to support the future of local retail by simplifying logistics and enhancing access to diverse products.
tCell
Series A in 2016
tCell, Inc. specializes in application security through its innovative in-application instrumentation and cloud-based analytics solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, tCell offers a next-generation web application firewall that addresses the limitations of traditional systems. Its technology enhances visibility into application behavior while significantly reducing false positives, thereby protecting applications, APIs, and microservices from attacks. tCell’s solutions equip security and DevOps teams with actionable data to preempt future attacks and adapt to diverse deployment models, ensuring robust security for mission-critical applications. The company serves notable clients, including Veeva, Zenefits, and John Muir Health, and operates as a subsidiary of Rapid7, Inc.
Nova Credit
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Nova Credit Inc. is a credit reporting agency based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing alternative credit data and analytics, focusing on improving credit access for individuals, particularly immigrants. Nova Credit's platform facilitates cross-border consumer credit services, allowing lenders and property managers to make informed decisions regarding credit applications. Its proprietary solutions, including the Credit Passport® and Cash Atlas™, utilize a unique set of data sources and compliance frameworks to enhance traditional credit analytics. Major organizations such as American Express, Verizon, and HSBC use Nova Credit’s services to navigate the complexities of credit scoring in the open finance landscape. The company is supported by prominent investors and industry executives, emphasizing its role in bridging gaps in credit access and fostering responsible growth for businesses.
Heap
Series A in 2016
Heap automates away the annoying parts of analytics so that companies can focus on making smarter business decisions. The company's mission is to power business decisions with truth. It encourages companies to focus on discovering insights and taking action. With Heap, organizations can remove technical jams and obtain a single comprehensive view of the customers. The software automatically gathers, organizes, analyzes, and connects customer data, so businesses can create more valuable products and experiences. Heap serves over 6,000 companies in ecommerce, SaaS, fintech, retail, media, and beyond including Twilio, LendingClub, App Annie, Optimizely, Morningstar, Monotype, and Casper. Heap was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Metabase
Convertible Note in 2016
Metabase is an open-source analytics and business intelligence application founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform enables users to create dashboards and reports, facilitating the measurement, analysis, and sharing of data to address complex business challenges. Metabase offers various professional services, including managed hosting and support, as well as assistance with implementing customized analytics solutions. This enables organizations to track data trends over time, enhancing their decision-making processes.
Zenreach
Series B in 2016
Zenreach, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides online marketing solutions aimed at improving customer acquisition and lifetime value for businesses with physical locations. Founded in 2011, Zenreach developed Walk-Through Marketing to integrate digital marketing with in-store outcomes. Their Zenreach Engage platform automatically tracks customer visits, creating and updating detailed customer profiles. Additionally, Zenreach Attract enhances advertising effectiveness by targeting audiences based on existing customer data, reportedly improving ad performance by four times. The company measures success through its proprietary Walk-Through Rate™, which indicates when an individual exposed to an advertisement subsequently visits a location. Zenreach serves a diverse clientele, including thousands of independent merchants and well-known brands.
Long-Term Stock Exchange
Series A in 2016
The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) is creating an SEC-regulated national securities exchange designed to align great companies and long-term investors with the shared goal of value creation. They have assembled a world-class team of experts and advisors located in New York, San Francisco, and DC with deep expertise in finance, regulation, law, and technology. The LTSE seeks to end the twenty year decline in the number of public companies in the United States by creating a new listings venue that serves issuers (companies) and investors and prioritizes long-term value creation.
Josephine
Seed Round in 2016
Josephine, Inc. operates an online platform that connects users with home-cooked meals prepared by neighbors in Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, and San Francisco. Founded in 2014 and based in Oakland, California, the platform allows users to discover, order, and pick up meals directly from local cooks. This service promotes community engagement and offers a unique dining experience by showcasing homemade food options.
Embark Trucks
Seed Round in 2016
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.
Projector
Seed Round in 2016
Projector, founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, develops a mobile notification platform designed for developers and product teams. The company focuses on enhancing product experiences beyond traditional app boundaries by offering a set of collaborative tools aimed at visual communication. These tools include capabilities for creating videos, GIFs, social media content, and presentations, allowing teams to engage audiences more effectively. Projector's browser-based platform enables real-time collaboration, equipping creative professionals with the necessary resources to deliver compelling visual storytelling and improve communication within their projects.
Managed by Q
Series B in 2016
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.
Fictiv
Series A in 2015
Fictiv Inc. is a manufacturing platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the design, development, and delivery of custom parts. Established in 2013, Fictiv provides an online interface that allows users to obtain instant quotes, review manufacturing feedback, and manage orders with a network of vetted vendors. The platform leverages distributed manufacturing techniques, utilizing 3D printing and CNC machining to optimize production and delivery timelines. Fictiv serves a diverse clientele, including engineers, designers, startups, and larger enterprises, having successfully manufactured over 25 million parts to date. By streamlining the sourcing and supply of mechanical components, Fictiv helps companies accelerate their product development processes and bring innovative solutions to market more efficiently.
Interviewing.io
Seed Round in 2015
Interviewing.io Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that provides a platform for software engineers to practice technical interviews. Founded in 2015, the platform connects users with hiring managers from top tech companies, allowing them to book mock interviews featuring realistic algorithmic and systems design questions. The unique aspect of interviewing.io is its anonymous interview process; candidates' identities are only revealed to companies after they successfully pass the technical interview. This approach not only helps candidates demonstrate their skills irrespective of their backgrounds but also streamlines the hiring process, saving companies significant time by ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified senior engineers. Additionally, participants receive actionable feedback, enhancing their preparation for future job opportunities.
Managed by Q
Series A in 2015
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.
Clearbit
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Clearbit, Inc. is a business intelligence company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in application program interface tools that assist organizations in gathering detailed information about their customers. Its suite of tools is designed for various functions, including customer analysis, geolocation, fraud prevention, background checks, and address verification. By providing accurate and relevant data, Clearbit enables businesses to enhance their sales efforts and mitigate risks associated with fraud. The company's focus on delivering comprehensive customer insights helps organizations make informed decisions and improve their overall operational efficiency.
D2iQ
Series B in 2014
D2iq, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a datacenter operating system (DCOS) to streamline the management and deployment of applications across physical and cloud-based infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, D2iq's core product, Mesosphere DCOS, is built on open-source technology and simplifies the execution of applications in a data center environment, akin to launching apps on a personal computer. The company also offers solutions such as Mesosphere Infinity, which facilitates the transformation of Big Data into actionable insights, and Conductor, an interactive platform for hands-on cloud-native training. In addition to its software offerings, D2iq provides architectural and consulting services, including expert consultations, on-site training, and custom installations. The company's strategic alliances with prominent firms enhance its service offerings, enabling organizations to adopt open-source and cloud-native innovations effectively.
Remix
Seed Round in 2014
Remix is a San Francisco-based platform established in 2014 that focuses on public transit planning, street design, and new mobility management. The platform is utilized by over 4,000 planners across more than 300 cities globally, enabling them to understand the interplay between streets, public transit, and private mobility. Remix consolidates critical datasets from various sources into a cohesive view, helping users analyze existing conditions and derive insights across multiple dimensions. Its tools allow transit agencies and local governments to create and manage maps and routes, explore innovative concepts, and make data-driven decisions aimed at enhancing transportation safety, accessibility, and equity.
Product Hunt
Series A in 2014
Product Hunt is an internet company founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on startups, technology, and product development. It operates a platform that allows community members to submit, browse, vote on, and comment regarding new applications, websites, hardware projects, and various technology creations. This user-driven platform facilitates the sharing of product information, enabling users to discover and engage with innovative offerings daily. Through its interactive features, Product Hunt fosters a community of enthusiasts and creators, making it a vital resource for those interested in the latest developments in the tech industry.
Lever
Series A in 2014
Lever, Inc. is a talent acquisition platform that offers a comprehensive web application designed to streamline the hiring process for organizations. Based in San Francisco, the company provides a suite of tools that facilitate job postings, employee referrals, communication, decision-making, sourcing, interviews, and reporting. Its flagship product, LeverTRM, combines applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities, allowing talent teams to effectively manage their hiring goals and foster connections with potential candidates. The platform's features, such as Lever Hire and Lever Nurture, help organizations build a robust talent pipeline and maintain meaningful relationships with candidates. Additionally, Lever Analytics provides customized reports and data visualization to support informed decision-making for hiring managers and executives. With a commitment to inclusivity, Lever aims to reduce hiring bias and has successfully supported the recruitment efforts of over 3,800 global companies.
Product Hunt
Seed Round in 2014
Product Hunt is an internet company founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on startups, technology, and product development. It operates a platform that allows community members to submit, browse, vote on, and comment regarding new applications, websites, hardware projects, and various technology creations. This user-driven platform facilitates the sharing of product information, enabling users to discover and engage with innovative offerings daily. Through its interactive features, Product Hunt fosters a community of enthusiasts and creators, making it a vital resource for those interested in the latest developments in the tech industry.
Patreon
Series A in 2014
Patreon Inc. is a membership platform founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, that enables artists and content creators to monetize their work through direct relationships with their fans. The platform allows patrons to support creators on a recurring basis in exchange for exclusive benefits and insights into the creative process. By facilitating connections between creators and their audiences, Patreon empowers a new generation of artists to earn a living from their passions. The platform hosts a wide variety of content, including videos, photographs, artwork, audio clips, and other creative materials, fostering a community where fans can actively participate in and support the work they admire.
WUT
Seed Round in 2014
WUT, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a social messaging application that enables users to send anonymous and ephemeral messages to their friends. The app captures the spontaneous and free-spirited interactions that users enjoy, allowing them to engage in casual conversations through their mobile devices. By focusing on anonymity and temporality, WUT aims to enhance the social messaging experience, making it more dynamic and reflective of real-life interactions.
Zesty
Seed Round in 2014
Zesty provides regular office catering to companies in San Francisco and the Peninsula. Curated by in-house dietitians, Zesty works with hundreds of high quality Bay Area restaurants such as Nopalito, Dosa, Souvla, Woodhouse Fish Co., Little Star Pizza, Wise Sons, providing nutrition facts on every dish. Every meal is delivered by Zesty's own Catering Captains, offering all the reliability and service quality of an in-house caterer as well as the variety of dozens of cuisines. Zesty works with hundreds of companies including Salesforce, Twitch, Uber, Lyft, Github, Everlane and TechCrunch, serving breakfasts, lunches, dinners, happy hours and special events. Zesty is aiming to make a real impact on the world by significantly improving the health of employees. They start by empowering their own own team to live healthfully by offering a gym membership of your choice, on-site sports massage, bi-annual retreats, an open vacation policy...and a kombucha kegerator! They are proud to not just have a work hard, play hard attitude, but strive for first class execution in everything they do. They have raised over $20M in funding top Silicon Valley investors including Index Ventures, Founders Fund, Forerunner Ventures, SV Angel and Y Combinator. Their office building is located in the sunny Potrero Hill district of San Francisco.
HandUp PBC
Convertible Note in 2014
HandUp PBC, based in San Francisco, California, operates a crowdfunding platform that connects donors with individuals in need, particularly within the homeless community. Founded in June 2013, the platform enables non-profit organizations to launch fundraising campaigns for various essential needs, including housing, food, and medical expenses. Donors can contribute directly to individuals through their web profiles or via SMS, allowing them to learn about the specific stories and needs of those they are helping. To ensure that donations are used effectively, HandUp collaborates with fulfillment partners and retailers, making certain that contributions go toward basic necessities such as clothing and shelter. This approach not only facilitates direct assistance but also fosters a sense of community and accountability within the fundraising process.
BloomThat
Seed Round in 2014
BloomThat offers next and same day flower delivery service. Founded in 2013 in San Francisco by friends David Bladow, Matthew Schwab and Chad Powell, the on-demand feel-good service celebrates life’s many milestones (and all the little moments in between). With products ranging from handcrafted bouquets to other curated goods starting around $32, BloomThat is a fun and easy way to brighten anyone’s day. Currently available within an hour or so in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, and LA; BloomThat also offers next-day delivery throughout The U.S. For more information, please visit BloomThat.com, download our iOS app, or check us out on social media: instagram.com/bloomthat, twitter.com/bloomthat, facebook.com/bloomthat.
Medium
Series A in 2014
Medium is a publishing platform founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It enables individuals to share ideas and perspectives on important topics while providing readers with personalized content feeds based on their interests. The platform offers writers user-friendly creation tools and a broad distribution network, enhancing their ability to reach a wider audience. Readers can engage with the content by highlighting, recommending, or responding to posts, fostering an interactive community. Medium's team consists of engineers, editors, and creatives who work together to integrate technology with human insights, making it a unique space for both writers and readers.
GoPoP
Seed Round in 2014
Zeega is a cloud-based platform to create and share interactive videos. It curates music, pictures, GIFs, and more from a range of websites to help its users create their own interactive and engaging stories. The platform allows its users to express themselves by combining personal moments with popular culture. Zeega was launched in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Paravision
Seed Round in 2013
Paravision specializes in face recognition technology, providing solutions for security device manufacturers, systems integrators, and financial services firms. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company, formerly known as Ever AI, rebranded to Paravision in 2019. Its Vision AI software leverages advanced deep learning to enhance security and streamline user experiences across various applications. Paravision's offerings include tools for age, gender, emotion, and ethnicity detection, which help enterprises improve security, enhance customer retention, and facilitate customer authentication. The company has a strong record of performance, consistently ranking among the top global performers in NIST evaluations for face recognition technology, excelling in areas such as verification and identification. Paravision aims to advance accuracy, security, and inclusivity in face recognition while providing scalable, modular solutions suitable for both edge and cloud environments.
Hey
Seed Round in 2013
Hey Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco that develops Heyday, an automatic journaling application designed to help users document and remember their life experiences. Founded in 2012, Heyday allows individuals to effortlessly track the places they visit, the activities they engage in, and the people they spend time with. The application automatically captures photos and organizes them into visually appealing collages, which can be customized with various layouts and filters. This innovative platform enhances users' ability to rediscover meaningful moments from their past by enabling them to search their memories by time, place, and people. Through its user-friendly interface, Heyday aims to enrich the storytelling of individual lives by preserving memories beautifully and privately.
DoorDash
Seed Round in 2013
DoorDash, Inc. is a logistics platform founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. It connects merchants, consumers, and delivery personnel, primarily in the United States, but has expanded its services to Europe through the acquisition of Wolt in 2022. The company operates a marketplace that allows merchants, including restaurants, grocery stores, and retailers, to reach customers by offering food and other goods for pickup or delivery. DoorDash provides a range of services to help merchants address critical challenges, including customer acquisition, payment processing, and customer support, while also offering a white-label logistics service called DoorDash Drive. The company aims to enhance local economies by facilitating connections between consumers and their favorite businesses.
Databricks
Series A in 2013
Databricks Inc. offers a unified data analytics cloud platform that simplifies data engineering and supports collaborative data science. Its core product, Databricks, enables organizations to process and analyze large datasets efficiently, leveraging tools like Apache Spark. The platform is designed for real-time experimentation and robust deployment of production applications, catering to developers and data scientists. Additionally, Databricks provides Databricks Delta, a data management system that combines the scalability of a data warehouse with low-latency streaming capabilities. The company also offers MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and telecommunications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru, Databricks has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings and foster innovation in data and AI technologies.
Heap
Convertible Note in 2013
Heap automates away the annoying parts of analytics so that companies can focus on making smarter business decisions. The company's mission is to power business decisions with truth. It encourages companies to focus on discovering insights and taking action. With Heap, organizations can remove technical jams and obtain a single comprehensive view of the customers. The software automatically gathers, organizes, analyzes, and connects customer data, so businesses can create more valuable products and experiences. Heap serves over 6,000 companies in ecommerce, SaaS, fintech, retail, media, and beyond including Twilio, LendingClub, App Annie, Optimizely, Morningstar, Monotype, and Casper. Heap was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Swiftype
Seed Round in 2013
Swiftype is a provider of SaaS-based site and enterprise search platform used to fully customize the search experience on websites. The company's suite of products, Site Search and Enterprise Search, have revolutionized the way people find information across their organization and on public facing websites. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company has raised $23 million in funding, from investors including NEA and Y Combinator. Its strong customer portfolio includes AT&T, Shopify, SurveyMonkey, Dr. Pepper, publishers Engadget and TechCrunch, and brands like Qualcomm, Asana, Marketo, and Hubspot.
Patreon
Seed Round in 2013
Patreon Inc. is a membership platform founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, that enables artists and content creators to monetize their work through direct relationships with their fans. The platform allows patrons to support creators on a recurring basis in exchange for exclusive benefits and insights into the creative process. By facilitating connections between creators and their audiences, Patreon empowers a new generation of artists to earn a living from their passions. The platform hosts a wide variety of content, including videos, photographs, artwork, audio clips, and other creative materials, fostering a community where fans can actively participate in and support the work they admire.
PandoDaily
Seed Round in 2013
PandoDaily is an online publication based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in technology news, analysis, and commentary, with a particular emphasis on Silicon Valley and startup companies. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of content, including published articles, monthly events, live video streams, and an extensive video archive. Additionally, PandoDaily features PandoTicker, a service that delivers daily news updates related to the startup ecosystem. Through its various offerings, PandoDaily aims to inform and engage its audience on developments within the technology sector.
D2iQ
Seed Round in 2013
D2iq, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a datacenter operating system (DCOS) to streamline the management and deployment of applications across physical and cloud-based infrastructures. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, D2iq's core product, Mesosphere DCOS, is built on open-source technology and simplifies the execution of applications in a data center environment, akin to launching apps on a personal computer. The company also offers solutions such as Mesosphere Infinity, which facilitates the transformation of Big Data into actionable insights, and Conductor, an interactive platform for hands-on cloud-native training. In addition to its software offerings, D2iq provides architectural and consulting services, including expert consultations, on-site training, and custom installations. The company's strategic alliances with prominent firms enhance its service offerings, enabling organizations to adopt open-source and cloud-native innovations effectively.
Simpler
Seed Round in 2013
Simpler is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing solutions for the management and digitalization of employee onboarding processes. Recognizing the challenges and inefficiencies often associated with onboarding, Simpler aims to enhance the experience for new hires by offering tools that streamline and improve these procedures. The company was founded with the understanding that effective onboarding is crucial to the success of employees in high-growth environments, addressing the need for better resources in this area.
Koa.la
Series A in 2013
Koala develops a photo-sharing application which can be integrated into smartphone messenger. Koala was formerly known as Albumatic Inc. and changed its name to Koala in November 2013. It was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Sift
Series A in 2013
Sift is a technology company focused on enhancing trust and safety in online interactions. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, it provides solutions that help businesses manage and prevent fraud across over 34,000 websites and applications. By leveraging advanced technology and a vast global data network, Sift enables organizations to balance revenue growth with robust security measures. The company's offerings include digital trust and safety services that empower online businesses, alongside a commitment to fostering long-term partnerships with its clients. Sift's approach is designed to ensure that trust remains a fundamental aspect of digital interactions, contributing to safer online environments.
Lever
Convertible Note in 2012
Lever, Inc. is a talent acquisition platform that offers a comprehensive web application designed to streamline the hiring process for organizations. Based in San Francisco, the company provides a suite of tools that facilitate job postings, employee referrals, communication, decision-making, sourcing, interviews, and reporting. Its flagship product, LeverTRM, combines applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities, allowing talent teams to effectively manage their hiring goals and foster connections with potential candidates. The platform's features, such as Lever Hire and Lever Nurture, help organizations build a robust talent pipeline and maintain meaningful relationships with candidates. Additionally, Lever Analytics provides customized reports and data visualization to support informed decision-making for hiring managers and executives. With a commitment to inclusivity, Lever aims to reduce hiring bias and has successfully supported the recruitment efforts of over 3,800 global companies.
BackerKit
Convertible Note in 2012
BackerKit is a software platform that streamlines the post-campaign fulfillment process for crowdfunding projects. Founded in 2012 by Rosanna Yau and Maxwell Salzberg and based in San Francisco, the company assists project creators in managing backer relationships, collecting data, and processing pledges to ensure successful fulfillment. By enabling clients to survey their backers and accept pre-orders, BackerKit allows creators to focus on their core activities while effectively handling the logistical challenges of crowdfunding. The platform fosters connections between backers and creators, enhancing support and engagement throughout the campaign lifecycle.
Peek
Seed Round in 2012
Peek Travel, Inc. is a travel activities marketplace based in San Francisco, California, specializing in tour operator software that facilitates the discovery and booking of tours and activities across the United States. Founded in 2011, Peek offers a platform that connects customers with a curated selection of experiences, allowing users to easily book activities online. The company empowers operators by providing them with tools to manage and grow their businesses effectively. Peek's website and mobile app serve as marketing channels, generating new customer interest by making thousands of activities accessible and bookable anytime, anywhere. Through its technology, Peek aims to create lasting memories for travelers by connecting them with everyday adventures.
Lever
Seed Round in 2012
Lever, Inc. is a talent acquisition platform that offers a comprehensive web application designed to streamline the hiring process for organizations. Based in San Francisco, the company provides a suite of tools that facilitate job postings, employee referrals, communication, decision-making, sourcing, interviews, and reporting. Its flagship product, LeverTRM, combines applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) functionalities, allowing talent teams to effectively manage their hiring goals and foster connections with potential candidates. The platform's features, such as Lever Hire and Lever Nurture, help organizations build a robust talent pipeline and maintain meaningful relationships with candidates. Additionally, Lever Analytics provides customized reports and data visualization to support informed decision-making for hiring managers and executives. With a commitment to inclusivity, Lever aims to reduce hiring bias and has successfully supported the recruitment efforts of over 3,800 global companies.
Swiftype
Seed Round in 2012
Swiftype is a provider of SaaS-based site and enterprise search platform used to fully customize the search experience on websites. The company's suite of products, Site Search and Enterprise Search, have revolutionized the way people find information across their organization and on public facing websites. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company has raised $23 million in funding, from investors including NEA and Y Combinator. Its strong customer portfolio includes AT&T, Shopify, SurveyMonkey, Dr. Pepper, publishers Engadget and TechCrunch, and brands like Qualcomm, Asana, Marketo, and Hubspot.
nprogress
Seed Round in 2011
nProgress is the creator of ntro, a mobile social discovery platform for iPhone and Android. ntro is a social discovery smartphone app that helps you discover and connect with nearby people who share your interests, whether it’s food trucks, TechCrunch or zombies. Simply enter your interests or download them from Facebook – ntro connects you to other people who like the same things and lets you know if you have any friends in common. ntro is available for free on iPhone and Android in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. The app will expand to more cities soon. Get more info at www.ntro.com
Sidecar
Seed Round in 2011
Sidecar Technologies operates a B2B delivery transportation network that connects retailers with customers through a fleet of everyday drivers using their personal vehicles. Founded in San Francisco in 2011, Sidecar focuses on creating a convenient and affordable transportation solution powered by pre-vetted drivers who can choose when to offer rides. The company emphasizes safety through a comprehensive system that includes background checks, rating systems for both drivers and riders, GPS tracking, and real-time trip sharing. Currently, Sidecar operates in ten major U.S. cities and has facilitated over half a million rides, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the delivery and driving experience.
42Floors
Seed Round in 2011
42Floors Inc. is a commercial real estate services company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2011. The firm offers a web platform that facilitates the search for office space across 200 cities in the United States. Its platform aggregates listings from various sources, including brokerages, landlords, and Craigslist, enabling users to find office properties that meet their specific requirements. In addition to office spaces, 42Floors provides leasing services for a range of property types, including retail, industrial, medical, and restaurant spaces. The company operates as a subsidiary of Knotel, Inc.
Kaggle
Series A in 2011
Kaggle Inc. is a prominent platform that facilitates data prediction competitions, allowing organizations to submit their datasets for analysis by a global community of data scientists. Established in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, Kaggle serves a diverse range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, financial services, energy, information technology, and retail. The platform not only hosts competitions but also provides access to datasets, models, and coding resources, enabling users to collaboratively execute and refine their data science projects. Additionally, Kaggle Prospect, one of its offerings, assists companies and government entities in transforming raw data into actionable insights. As a subsidiary of Google, Kaggle continues to foster innovation in data science, positioning itself as a vital resource for professionals seeking to address complex challenges across various industries.
Egomotion
Seed Round in 2011
Egomotion Corp. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing and developing mobile applications. Founded in 2011, the company offers a range of products aimed at enhancing user experience and automating daily tasks. Its flagship applications include Status, which provides user statuses before making a call, Agent, which utilizes contextual information to assist users throughout the day by sharing activities with close contacts and adjusting phone settings accordingly, and Trigger, which automates routine tasks. Through its innovative solutions, Egomotion aims to improve the efficiency and convenience of mobile device usage.
Swrve
Seed Round in 2011
Swrve Inc. is a mobile marketing automation and customer engagement platform that helps enterprises enhance customer interaction and monetization through tailored mobile experiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Swrve provides an integrated platform that encompasses various mobile engagement features, including push and SMS messaging, in-app messaging, email notifications, and artificial intelligence-driven analytics. Its solutions facilitate the collection and analysis of crucial engagement metrics, allowing businesses to optimize their marketing strategies through A/B testing and real-time segmentation. Swrve serves a diverse range of industries, including airlines, hospitality, media, finance, gaming, telecommunications, and retail. With additional offices in Dublin, London, Irvine, and Sydney, Swrve has established itself as a key player in the mobile engagement marketing sector, continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of its clients.
Parse
Seed Round in 2011
Parse is a provider of cloud-based software developer kits designed for mobile, desktop, and embedded applications. The company offers a comprehensive backend platform that enables developers to save data in the cloud, implement social features, execute custom app code, and manage recurring tasks such as sending engagement emails and updating data. Parse also facilitates data sharing across platforms and provides local data storage and a dashboard for app management. Additionally, the company offers tools for push notifications, allowing users to create, schedule, and segment notifications effectively. Parse Analytics helps developers identify and resolve crashes, analyze app usage, optimize push campaigns, and track growth metrics. Based in San Francisco, California, Parse operates as a subsidiary of Facebook.
Getable
Seed Round in 2011
Getable, Inc. is an online equipment rental service based in San Francisco, California, that allows consumers to search, compare, and rent a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion wear, furniture, event supplies, sports equipment, and vehicles. Founded in 2009, the company aims to simplify the rental process by connecting customers with trusted local suppliers, ensuring upfront pricing with no hidden fees. Clients can place orders through the Getable app, via phone, or even through text for convenience. Getable emphasizes customer satisfaction and partners with reliable suppliers to provide quality rentals. The platform is designed to enhance the rental experience for both customers and suppliers by facilitating easier access to equipment and improving asset utilization in the rental industry.
Airbnb
Series B in 2011
Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates bookings for a diverse range of lodging options, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels. As one of the largest alternative accommodation travel agencies in the world, Airbnb's marketplace model allows over 5 million hosts to list their properties, resulting in more than 8 million active accommodation listings across nearly every country. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on online bookings, with a significant portion of its earnings coming from the North American region.
One
Seed Round in 2011
One Inc. operates a mobile application called One, designed to facilitate social networking by connecting users based on shared interests. The app utilizes information from social media platforms like Facebook, along with location tracking, to notify users when others nearby have similar interests. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, One Inc. aims to enhance social interactions by providing a platform that fosters connections among users in their vicinity.
Livestar
Seed Round in 2011
Livestar is a mobile app that lets you get recommendations quickly and easily from critics, friends and people with the same taste as you. Currently Livestar provides recommendations for restaurants, movies, music and apps, with more categories coming soon. Livestar is founded by former Microsoft executive and investor Fritz Lanman, whose angel investments include Square and Pinterest, and its engineering team is comprised of primarily of former Amazon engineers. It is backed by world class investors in Silicon Valley, Seattle, LA and New York, including: SV Angel, Allen and Co, Betaworks, Paul Buchheit, Mitch Kapor, The Chernin Group, William Morris Endeavor, Hank Vigil, Ray Ozzie, Hadi and Ali Partovi, Matt Mullenweg, Morado Ventures and others.
Realm
Seed Round in 2011
Realm ApS is a mobile database company that provides a robust alternative to SQLite and Core Data, facilitating faster application development for users on Android, iOS, and OSX platforms. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with an additional office in San Francisco, Realm specializes in offering a memory-efficient database that includes features like querying, relationships, graphs, and thread safety. This innovative platform significantly reduces the amount of code developers need to write, effectively saving them time and enabling the creation of enhanced user experiences. As of May 2019, Realm operates as a subsidiary of MongoDB, Inc.
Humble Bundle
Venture Round in 2011
Humble Bundle's award-winning team has raise over $75 million for charity. They empower you to pay what you want for downloadable content and choose where your money goes. They now have over 7M customers accessing their platform. Humble Bundle was founded in March 2010 by Jeffrey Rosen and John Graham, and is currently headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA.
Everlane
Seed Round in 2011
Everlane, Inc. is a clothing design and manufacturing company that operates an online fashion store, as well as a physical retail location. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Everlane specializes in providing well-designed, quality apparel, footwear, and accessories for both men and women at accessible price points. The product range includes various clothing items such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, dresses, coats, and jackets, along with a selection of shoes and accessories like bags, wallets, and scarves. Everlane's focus on contemporary, minimalist designs attracts consumers looking for stylish yet affordable options.
Lionside
Series A in 2010
Lionside is a company that focuses on developing social networking sports games, leveraging the strong connection fans have with their favorite teams and sports. By integrating engaging social gaming mechanics, Lionside aims to create interactive experiences that resonate with sports enthusiasts. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company also maintains offices in London and Surabaya, Indonesia, to support its global reach and operations.
Airbnb
Series A in 2010
Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates bookings for a diverse range of lodging options, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels. As one of the largest alternative accommodation travel agencies in the world, Airbnb's marketplace model allows over 5 million hosts to list their properties, resulting in more than 8 million active accommodation listings across nearly every country. The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on online bookings, with a significant portion of its earnings coming from the North American region.
Bitly
Series B in 2010
Bitly, Inc. is a link management platform that enables businesses to efficiently manage, shorten, and optimize their links across various channels. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in San Francisco and Denver, Bitly offers tools for tracking link performance, gathering audience insights, and measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. The platform supports branded links that enhance brand visibility and employs HTTP 301 redirects, allowing companies to use custom domains for shortened links. By providing a comprehensive solution for omnichannel campaign tracking, Bitly helps brands improve customer engagement and optimize their marketing strategies. The company serves a global clientele through a network of representatives and offers browser plug-ins and software applications for easy access to its services.
SmartBiz Loans
Series A in 2010
SmartBiz Loans is the #1 online SBA loan marketplace for small business loans. The intelligent technology platform makes applying for an SBA loan fast and easy while increasing the likelihood of approval for small businesses by matching the borrower with the SBA preferred lending bank most likely to fund their particular business. 90% to 95% of the loans SmartBiz refers to its bank partners get funded. Bank partners using the SmartBiz platform to originate and underwriter SBA loans in a compliant manner can also process these loans 70% to 90% more efficiently then before. Based in the financial district of San Francisco, SmartBiz Loans is privately held. The company was founded in 2009 by a team of experienced financial services entrepreneurs with backing from leading venture capital firms including Investor Growth Capital, Venrock, First Round Capital, Baseline Ventures, and SoftTech VC.
Open Places
Seed Round in 2010
Open Places is a company that creates an open network of publication-quality information about various locations, aiming to promote neighborhoods, towns, and regions through the contributions of writers and photographers globally. It develops social content platforms for iOS and Android, harnessing the passion of travelers and locals while integrating mobile actions with social media platforms. The company also offers the Trazzler application, which helps users discover nearby places and engage with editors to highlight locations of interest. Open Places provides opportunities for writers and photographers to receive assignments, collaborate with editorial teams, and build their professional portfolios. The organization serves a diverse range of clients, including nonprofits, public radio stations, parks, schools, tourism bureaus, and other approved entities. Founded in 2008 and based in San Francisco, Open Places was previously known as Trazzler, Inc.
Loyalty Lab
Venture Round in 2010
Loyalty Lab, Inc. specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, offering a comprehensive CRM suite designed as a software-as-a-service. This web-based platform caters primarily to online travel retailers and service companies, enabling them to manage loyalty programs, email messaging, promotions, incentives, and campaign management efficiently. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Loyalty Lab was previously known as InStorecard, Inc. The company's services aim to enhance customer engagement and loyalty through integrated marketing solutions.
Okta
Series A in 2010
Okta, Inc. is an identity management platform provider catering to a diverse clientele, including enterprises, small and medium-sized businesses, educational institutions, non-profits, and government agencies globally. The company's flagship product, the Okta Identity Cloud, offers a comprehensive suite of tools for managing and securing identities. Key features include Universal Directory for storing user and application profiles, Single Sign-On for simplified access to applications, Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication for enhanced security, and Lifecycle Management for overseeing user identities throughout their lifecycle. Okta also provides API Access Management, Advanced Server Access for cloud infrastructure security, and Access Gateway for integrating on-premise applications. Through these offerings, Okta enables secure connections for employees, partners, and customers, facilitating efficient access to over 5,000 applications from various devices. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Okta aims to accelerate innovation in the identity ecosystem while ensuring safe and easy technology use for its clients.
DNAnexus
Series A in 2009
DNAnexus, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based genome informatics and data management tools aimed at enterprises engaged in genomic medicine. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a platform that facilitates the analysis of raw sequencing data and integration with clinical and phenotypic data, promoting seamless collaboration among users. Key offerings include MOSAIC Microbiome, a platform for collaborative microbiome research; DNAnexus Apollo, which focuses on clinico-genomic data exploration; and DNAnexus Titan, a comprehensive data analysis solution. Additionally, DNAnexus Portals provide secure online workspaces for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The Clinico-Genomic Data Solution program addresses the need for disease-specific datasets by building networks with healthcare partners to enhance diagnosis and treatment pathways. DNAnexus serves a diverse client base, including biopharmaceutical companies, genome centers, and diagnostic test providers, and has established a strategic alliance with WuXi NextCODE Genomics. The company also maintains additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Prague.
Bitly
Series A in 2009
Bitly, Inc. is a link management platform that enables businesses to efficiently manage, shorten, and optimize their links across various channels. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in San Francisco and Denver, Bitly offers tools for tracking link performance, gathering audience insights, and measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. The platform supports branded links that enhance brand visibility and employs HTTP 301 redirects, allowing companies to use custom domains for shortened links. By providing a comprehensive solution for omnichannel campaign tracking, Bitly helps brands improve customer engagement and optimize their marketing strategies. The company serves a global clientele through a network of representatives and offers browser plug-ins and software applications for easy access to its services.
Asana
Seed Round in 2008
Asana, Inc. operates a work management platform designed for individuals and teams to enhance productivity and engagement. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers its services as a cloud-based software solution that enables users to organize, track, and manage work effectively. Asana's platform allows teams to create projects, assign tasks, set deadlines, and communicate seamlessly, supporting various applications from small projects to large strategic initiatives. Its tools improve project and process management efficiency, providing real-time visibility into workflows and facilitating reporting and automation. Asana generates revenue through subscription-based pricing, catering to the needs of diverse organizations.
Flixster
Series A in 2007
Flixster, Inc. operates an online platform that serves as a social networking site for movie enthusiasts in the United States and Australia. Founded in 2005 and based in San Francisco, the platform allows users to create profiles, invite friends, rate movies and actors, and share reviews. It provides access to movie information, showtimes, celebrity news, and video clips, fostering a community where users can engage with one another. With over 50 million registered users and more than 1.5 billion movie ratings, Flixster has gained significant popularity and outperformed other movie sites in total page views. The company also offers advertising services and is a subsidiary of Fandango Media, LLC.
Weebly
Pre Seed Round in 2007
Weebly is a website and eCommerce platform founded in 2007, aimed at empowering entrepreneurs to create and manage their online presence easily. The platform provides users with a range of tools to build mobile-optimized websites, online stores, and blogs, allowing them to showcase their products and services effectively. Weebly offers diverse templates, marketing tools, and a highly rated mobile app, enabling users to edit their sites on the go. With a user-friendly interface, Weebly facilitates the integration of multimedia elements, helping businesses communicate their stories and engage with potential customers. Headquartered in San Francisco, Weebly has supported over 50 million entrepreneurs worldwide, making it a flexible solution for various business needs.
Revision3
Series A in 2006
Revision3 Corporation is a media company that specializes in creating and producing original Internet video shows tailored for an Internet-savvy audience. Founded in 2005 and based in San Francisco, California, the company operates as a subsidiary of Discovery, Inc. Revision3 focuses on niche topics such as technology, comedy, music, and cooking, providing content designed for quick production and lower costs. The proliferation of mobile video and Internet-connected devices has led Revision3 to emphasize tailored, on-demand video, which they believe is increasingly important compared to traditional broadcast content aimed at broader audiences. The company distributes its content across various platforms, including iTunes and Bittorrent, and supports multiple video encoding formats to ensure accessibility.
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