Ulu Ventures

Ulu Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2008 and based in Palo Alto, California. Specializing in seed-stage and early-stage investments, the firm focuses on technology-enabled services, particularly in sectors such as educational technology, legal informatics, and various internet industries. Ulu Ventures targets investments in internet-enabled consumer and business services, digital media, mobile applications, and financial technology, among others. The firm often collaborates with other investors to make cumulative investments ranging from $500,000 to $1 million. It aims to invest primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and seeks opportunities with viable exit strategies in subsequent funding stages. Ulu Ventures is notable for being the first Latina-led venture fund in Silicon Valley and is committed to reducing investment risk through a structured decision-making process.

Kathy Chen

Partner

Kevin Hoffberg

Venture Partner

Clint Korver

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Stephen Malinak

Venture Partner

Maria Salamanca

Partner

Nancy Torres

Partner

Miriam Rivera

Co-Founder, CEO and Managing Director

Past deals in California

Wisetack

Venture Round in 2024
Wisetack, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in real-time consumer lending at the point of sale. Founded in 2018, Wisetack offers a platform that allows in-person businesses to provide financing options to customers, enhancing sales opportunities. The platform integrates seamlessly into existing software systems through a suite of APIs, enabling businesses to embed financing solutions directly into their operations. Wisetack facilitates a straightforward sign-up process and checks consumer eligibility before offering installment payment options, thereby simplifying the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.

Dwellsy

Seed Round in 2023
Dwellsy is an internet company that specializes in the fields of consumer applications, internet, and property management. It features a web-based platform for residential home rentals, built on the radical concept that true, organic search in a free eco-system creates more value than the pay-to-play model embraced by all of the current rental listing services. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Los Altos, California.

Mon Ami

Seed Round in 2023
Mon Ami, Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2018 that has developed an application aimed at connecting college students with seniors who experience social isolation due to conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, autism, and cancer. The platform facilitates meetings between seniors and companions or families, addressing the growing need for social connectivity among older adults. Additionally, Mon Ami offers software solutions tailored for aging and disability service providers, allowing them to enhance their operational efficiency and reduce administrative burdens. These tools are designed to be HIPAA compliant, enabling service providers to streamline workflows, increase their capacity to assist more seniors, and effectively track outcomes related to senior well-being. Through these initiatives, Mon Ami seeks to address challenges in the senior services market and improve the quality of life for older adults.

Rever

Seed Round in 2023
Rever, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates employee engagement in frontline innovation, specifically designed for global manufacturers. Founded in 2015 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Barcelona and a development center in Guadalajara, Rever provides tools that empower employees to implement improvements in the workplace. Its offerings include the Rever Cycle, which encourages experimentation and learning; Rever Score, a benchmarking standard for frontline innovation; a decentralized innovation dashboard; and Rever Challenge, which sets targeted challenges for teams. The accompanying mobile application allows frontline employees and supervisors to identify inefficiencies in operations, connect with the appropriate personnel to address issues, and leverage artificial intelligence to enhance organizational impact. Rever's solutions are utilized by leading companies such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, Grupo Bimbo, and GlaxoSmithKline, among others.

Delpor

Venture Round in 2023
Delpor, Inc. is engaged in the development of innovative drug delivery technologies that facilitate the sustained or pattern-specific release of proteins, peptides, and small molecules via a small non-mechanical subcutaneous implant. The company offers several technologies, including Prozor, which delivers antipsychotics and other small molecule drugs, and NANOPOR, designed for sustained release through specialized membrane architecture. Additionally, Delpor has developed the Delos PUMP, a self-contained device that allows for the pulsed delivery of medications at programmed intervals, benefiting treatments such as hormones for fertility, diabetes management, and pain relief. Founded in 2009 and located in San Francisco, California, Delpor aims to enhance medication adherence and patient convenience by providing an alternative to frequent injections through its implantable solutions.

Axiom Cloud

Series A in 2023
Axiom Cloud Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for the commercial refrigeration sector, primarily targeting supermarkets in North America. Founded in 2020 and based in Oakland, California, the company offers a power management and maintenance platform designed to address significant energy and maintenance challenges in the cooling and refrigeration industry. Its innovative applications include Virtual Technician, which autonomously anticipates system failures and enhances performance, and Virtual Battery, which mimics the benefits of traditional lithium-ion batteries by intelligently managing cooling loads. Customers, primarily in the retail grocery segment, pay an initial setup fee for the installation and configuration of the IoT platform, along with ongoing subscription fees for the cloud-based software applications. Axiom Cloud's technology also focuses on improving sustainability by reducing refrigerant leaks and integrating renewable energy sources into cooling systems.

FounderNest

Seed Round in 2022
FounderNest Inc. is an AI-driven platform established in 2017, with headquarters in Walnut, California, and additional presence in Madrid. The company aims to enhance connections between entrepreneurs and investors through a neutral, efficient, and transparent approach. Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence, FounderNest's technology identifies the specific needs of businesses and facilitates timely connections with appropriate partners, investment opportunities, and acquisition targets. This platform is designed to support informed decision-making and strategic optimization, enabling users to maintain a competitive edge. FounderNest has garnered trust from prominent founders and investors globally, leveraging its proprietary technology to streamline the investment process. The company is co-founded by graduates from Stanford, Wharton, and Columbia and has received backing from notable Silicon Valley investors.

Snowball Wealth

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Snowball Wealth, Inc. is a financial management platform based in San Mateo, California, that provides tailored guidance for managing student loans and other financial challenges. Established in 2018, the company focuses on helping individuals navigate debt, retirement, and investments through personalized analysis and recommendations. Its mobile app features a community-driven approach that encourages open discussions about debt and financial planning while also offering AI-driven tools to create customized plans for users. By addressing the complexities of student debt and providing insights on refinancing options, Snowball Wealth aims to empower individuals to effectively manage their finances, build generational wealth, and achieve their financial goals.

Finalis

Seed Round in 2022
Finalis, Inc. operates a broker-dealer and deal technology platform tailored for investment bankers, placement agents, and fintech companies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tiburon, California, the company offers a compliance and supervisory platform that facilitates a variety of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private placements, and alternative investments across the United States. Finalis provides legal templates to assist in these transactions and has developed a white-labeled regulatory affiliation and compliance back-office solution to help private securities brokerages operate within legal frameworks. Additionally, the platform includes the Finalis Hub, which offers a streamlined deal management solution and a Mandate Marketplace, allowing brokers to connect, share insights, and explore collaborative opportunities.

Kogniz

Series A in 2022
Kogniz is a company that focuses on enhancing workplace safety and security through its AI and computer vision technology. Its primary offering, Kogniz AssureAI, is a proactive safety platform that can be quickly integrated with existing systems, allowing organizations to address various safety concerns effectively. The platform supports more than three million employees by providing solutions for managing occupational hazards, workplace violence, evacuations, personnel accountability, anomalous behavior detection, and vaccine management. Kogniz's innovative technology has garnered recognition from major media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal and NBC. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, Kogniz also has a development team in Montreal, Quebec.

Allocate

Series A in 2022
Allocate is a venture capital investment firm based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2021. The firm specializes in facilitating investments in high-quality venture funds, providing investors with the tools to discover and engage with promising early-stage startups in the United States. By focusing on this niche, Allocate aims to connect investors with innovative ventures, fostering growth and development in the startup ecosystem.

Future Family

Series B in 2022
Future Family, Inc. is a subscription-based fertility company founded in 2016 and located in San Francisco, California. The company provides comprehensive fertility services, including personalized fertility planning, clinic matching, and access to a dedicated nurse concierge. Its offerings encompass on-demand medical support, guided care, and a digital health platform that facilitates clinic visits, procedures, laboratory tests, and medications. Additionally, Future Family offers customized financing plans for fertility procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and egg freezing, ensuring that individuals and couples can navigate their fertility journeys with financial assistance and expert support.

FarmRaise

Seed Round in 2021
FarmRaise is a digital platform that offers financial resources for farmers and ranchers to make on-farm improvements. It helps farmers unlock capital to amplify farm profitability and sustainability. It's free to register a FarmRaise account, match with grants, and apply for 3 federal programs currently on the platform. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Praxis Labs

Series A in 2021
Praxis Labs, Inc. specializes in developing virtual reality-based software aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion training in the workplace. The company combines research-backed curriculum with advanced VR technology to create immersive training modules that address unconscious bias. Its offerings include designing educational content, producing high-quality training materials, and providing measurable metrics to assess improvements in understanding and empathy regarding implicit bias. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Stanford, California, Praxis Labs focuses on embedding equity and inclusion throughout the employee lifecycle, ultimately striving to improve workplace culture and outcomes.

Carbon Lighthouse

Seed Round in 2021
Carbon Lighthouse, LLC is a technology company specializing in energy solutions for commercial real estate and various other sectors, including education and hospitality. Founded in 2010 and based in San Francisco, Carbon Lighthouse focuses on decarbonizing buildings through its Efficiency Production platform and CLUES® AI software. The company provides energy efficiency measures that help reduce utility bills and carbon emissions, such as optimizing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and installing cost-effective energy-saving equipment. Additionally, Carbon Lighthouse offers onsite energy generation solutions, including solar photovoltaic systems, and consulting services for energy sourcing and regulatory assessments. Its clientele includes building owners and property managers of small to medium-sized buildings, such as community centers and schools. With a track record of delivering significant client value and reducing substantial carbon emissions, Carbon Lighthouse aims to assist clients in achieving their decarbonization goals while enhancing financial performance.

Tinycare

Series A in 2021
Tinycare is a network of modern daycare centers focused on providing high-quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in San Francisco. Founded in 2018 by Michael Lai, Tinycare aims to create the safest and cleanest environments for early childhood education. The centers adopt a progressive approach to learning, designed to help each child reach their full potential while offering parents peace of mind. By prioritizing licensed care and a supportive atmosphere, Tinycare addresses the growing need for reliable daycare options in the region.

Allocate

Seed Round in 2021
Allocate is a venture capital investment firm based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2021. The firm specializes in facilitating investments in high-quality venture funds, providing investors with the tools to discover and engage with promising early-stage startups in the United States. By focusing on this niche, Allocate aims to connect investors with innovative ventures, fostering growth and development in the startup ecosystem.

Mon Ami

Venture Round in 2021
Mon Ami, Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2018 that has developed an application aimed at connecting college students with seniors who experience social isolation due to conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, autism, and cancer. The platform facilitates meetings between seniors and companions or families, addressing the growing need for social connectivity among older adults. Additionally, Mon Ami offers software solutions tailored for aging and disability service providers, allowing them to enhance their operational efficiency and reduce administrative burdens. These tools are designed to be HIPAA compliant, enabling service providers to streamline workflows, increase their capacity to assist more seniors, and effectively track outcomes related to senior well-being. Through these initiatives, Mon Ami seeks to address challenges in the senior services market and improve the quality of life for older adults.

Mon Ami

Seed Round in 2021
Mon Ami, Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2018 that has developed an application aimed at connecting college students with seniors who experience social isolation due to conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, autism, and cancer. The platform facilitates meetings between seniors and companions or families, addressing the growing need for social connectivity among older adults. Additionally, Mon Ami offers software solutions tailored for aging and disability service providers, allowing them to enhance their operational efficiency and reduce administrative burdens. These tools are designed to be HIPAA compliant, enabling service providers to streamline workflows, increase their capacity to assist more seniors, and effectively track outcomes related to senior well-being. Through these initiatives, Mon Ami seeks to address challenges in the senior services market and improve the quality of life for older adults.

Figure

Series D in 2021
Figure Technologies, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. It specializes in consumer financial solutions that include home equity lines of credit, home improvement loans, home buy-lease back offerings, mortgage refinancing, and student loan refinancing. Using its proprietary blockchain platform, Provenance, Figure aims to streamline the borrowing process, allowing customers to access capital in as few as five days. The company's services are designed to assist individuals with home improvement, debt consolidation, and retirement planning, leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and analytics to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

WellBeam

Seed Round in 2021
WellBeam Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions designed to connect hospitals with third-party clients. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a range of services, including the WellBeam authorization portal, which allows healthcare providers to efficiently sign and manage medical authorizations, and the WellBeam Clinician portal, facilitating communication between partner clinicians and physicians' teams. WellBeam's solutions are tailored for physicians' teams, hospitals, and home health agencies, enhancing the coordination of care and streamlining administrative processes within the healthcare system.

Praxis Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Praxis Labs, Inc. specializes in developing virtual reality-based software aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion training in the workplace. The company combines research-backed curriculum with advanced VR technology to create immersive training modules that address unconscious bias. Its offerings include designing educational content, producing high-quality training materials, and providing measurable metrics to assess improvements in understanding and empathy regarding implicit bias. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Stanford, California, Praxis Labs focuses on embedding equity and inclusion throughout the employee lifecycle, ultimately striving to improve workplace culture and outcomes.

TomoCredit

Seed Round in 2021
TomoCredit LLC is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on providing credit solutions for individuals with no credit history or score, particularly targeting Millennials and immigrant populations. Founded in 2018, the company uses alternative data sources analyzed through a proprietary algorithm to assess creditworthiness, allowing users to build their credit and qualify for loans. TomoCredit's product includes a digital credit card that not only helps users establish credit but also offers the opportunity to earn rewards in cryptocurrency. Additionally, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates account management and enhances user engagement. The founding team, comprised of professionals with backgrounds from notable organizations such as Coinbase and Google, aims to address the challenges faced by foreign nationals in obtaining credit.

Axiom Cloud

Seed Round in 2021
Axiom Cloud Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for the commercial refrigeration sector, primarily targeting supermarkets in North America. Founded in 2020 and based in Oakland, California, the company offers a power management and maintenance platform designed to address significant energy and maintenance challenges in the cooling and refrigeration industry. Its innovative applications include Virtual Technician, which autonomously anticipates system failures and enhances performance, and Virtual Battery, which mimics the benefits of traditional lithium-ion batteries by intelligently managing cooling loads. Customers, primarily in the retail grocery segment, pay an initial setup fee for the installation and configuration of the IoT platform, along with ongoing subscription fees for the cloud-based software applications. Axiom Cloud's technology also focuses on improving sustainability by reducing refrigerant leaks and integrating renewable energy sources into cooling systems.

Axiom Cloud

Seed Round in 2021
Axiom Cloud Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for the commercial refrigeration sector, primarily targeting supermarkets in North America. Founded in 2020 and based in Oakland, California, the company offers a power management and maintenance platform designed to address significant energy and maintenance challenges in the cooling and refrigeration industry. Its innovative applications include Virtual Technician, which autonomously anticipates system failures and enhances performance, and Virtual Battery, which mimics the benefits of traditional lithium-ion batteries by intelligently managing cooling loads. Customers, primarily in the retail grocery segment, pay an initial setup fee for the installation and configuration of the IoT platform, along with ongoing subscription fees for the cloud-based software applications. Axiom Cloud's technology also focuses on improving sustainability by reducing refrigerant leaks and integrating renewable energy sources into cooling systems.

Genesis Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Genesis Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing small molecule drug candidates aimed at treating patients with severe and debilitating disorders. Established in 2019, the company harnesses a proprietary artificial intelligence platform that employs advanced deep neural networks and biophysical simulation techniques to enhance drug discovery and molecular design. By combining these innovative technologies with a scalable computing infrastructure, Genesis Therapeutics aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of molecular research. This approach not only facilitates the generation and analysis of novel drug candidates but also holds the potential to significantly advance clinical outcomes in the medical community.

Sail Internet

Series A in 2020
Sail Internet, Inc. is a provider of fiber and fixed wireless internet services, catering to businesses, single-family homes, and multi-unit complexes primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chula Vista. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to enhance the internet access experience for its customers. Sail Internet offers a combination of wireless and wired technologies to deliver high-speed internet without the constraints of bundles, contracts, or data caps, making fiber-fast, unlimited internet more accessible and affordable for consumers and businesses alike.

Dwellsy

Seed Round in 2020
Dwellsy is an internet company that specializes in the fields of consumer applications, internet, and property management. It features a web-based platform for residential home rentals, built on the radical concept that true, organic search in a free eco-system creates more value than the pay-to-play model embraced by all of the current rental listing services. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Los Altos, California.

Oyster

Seed Round in 2020
Oyster Financial, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides an online platform tailored for freelancers, startups, and small to medium enterprises. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Mexico City and Kathmandu, the company aims to simplify financial management for business owners. Oyster's platform allows users to track income and expenses by project or client, manage budgets, and access real-time transaction updates. It offers a Mastercard debit card, enabling users to conduct online payments and bill payments for numerous service providers. Additionally, the platform facilitates fund transfers without fees and provides tools for invoicing and financial decision-making. By streamlining these processes, Oyster empowers entrepreneurs to focus on growing their businesses.

Genesis Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
Genesis Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing small molecule drug candidates aimed at treating patients with severe and debilitating disorders. Established in 2019, the company harnesses a proprietary artificial intelligence platform that employs advanced deep neural networks and biophysical simulation techniques to enhance drug discovery and molecular design. By combining these innovative technologies with a scalable computing infrastructure, Genesis Therapeutics aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of molecular research. This approach not only facilitates the generation and analysis of novel drug candidates but also holds the potential to significantly advance clinical outcomes in the medical community.

Truthset

Seed Round in 2020
Truthset, Inc. is a data validation platform founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of consumer data, helping businesses enhance their decision-making processes in areas such as marketing, compliance, and fraud prevention. Truthset utilizes an artificial intelligence-based algorithm known as Truthscores, which assigns a numerical score to individual data records, reflecting their accuracy. This scoring system allows organizations to establish trust in their data without being a data broker or selling data themselves. By validating consumer data, Truthset aims to improve performance in data-driven interactions and foster greater confidence in business operations. The founders of Truthset bring extensive experience from notable companies like Nielsen, Salesforce, LiveRamp, and Procter & Gamble, and the firm is backed by various investors, including a venture studio focused on data intelligence.

Rever

Seed Round in 2020
Rever, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates employee engagement in frontline innovation, specifically designed for global manufacturers. Founded in 2015 and based in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Barcelona and a development center in Guadalajara, Rever provides tools that empower employees to implement improvements in the workplace. Its offerings include the Rever Cycle, which encourages experimentation and learning; Rever Score, a benchmarking standard for frontline innovation; a decentralized innovation dashboard; and Rever Challenge, which sets targeted challenges for teams. The accompanying mobile application allows frontline employees and supervisors to identify inefficiencies in operations, connect with the appropriate personnel to address issues, and leverage artificial intelligence to enhance organizational impact. Rever's solutions are utilized by leading companies such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, Grupo Bimbo, and GlaxoSmithKline, among others.

Tinycare

Seed Round in 2020
Tinycare is a network of modern daycare centers focused on providing high-quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in San Francisco. Founded in 2018 by Michael Lai, Tinycare aims to create the safest and cleanest environments for early childhood education. The centers adopt a progressive approach to learning, designed to help each child reach their full potential while offering parents peace of mind. By prioritizing licensed care and a supportive atmosphere, Tinycare addresses the growing need for reliable daycare options in the region.

WellBeam

Seed Round in 2020
WellBeam Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions designed to connect hospitals with third-party clients. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a range of services, including the WellBeam authorization portal, which allows healthcare providers to efficiently sign and manage medical authorizations, and the WellBeam Clinician portal, facilitating communication between partner clinicians and physicians' teams. WellBeam's solutions are tailored for physicians' teams, hospitals, and home health agencies, enhancing the coordination of care and streamlining administrative processes within the healthcare system.

FastForward.ai

Seed Round in 2020
FastForward.ai is a company that specializes in social media engagement and commerce, providing a platform that allows enterprises to interact with customers within social media and messaging applications. Founded in Mountain View, California, the company offers a social media software as a service (SaaS) platform that modernizes user experiences by facilitating one-click digital commerce and payment options. This platform enables businesses to efficiently advertise and re-market to customers, presenting personalized offers and promotions through popular messaging apps. Customers can easily make purchases, review their transaction history, and access tailored content, including videos and sports highlights. FastForward.ai aims to enhance the digital engagement and commerce experience for enterprises and their customers by integrating these services into the environments where users are most active.

Habu

Series A in 2020
Habu is a marketing data operating system that enables brands to enrich first-party data in a privacy-first world. Its data operating system generates value analytics from controlled datasets. With Habu, brands can build a durable data foundation and drive multi-channel personalization with automated privacy compliance. The company is based in San Francisco and has offices in Boston and New York.

TomoCredit

Seed Round in 2020
TomoCredit LLC is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on providing credit solutions for individuals with no credit history or score, particularly targeting Millennials and immigrant populations. Founded in 2018, the company uses alternative data sources analyzed through a proprietary algorithm to assess creditworthiness, allowing users to build their credit and qualify for loans. TomoCredit's product includes a digital credit card that not only helps users establish credit but also offers the opportunity to earn rewards in cryptocurrency. Additionally, the company provides a mobile application that facilitates account management and enhances user engagement. The founding team, comprised of professionals with backgrounds from notable organizations such as Coinbase and Google, aims to address the challenges faced by foreign nationals in obtaining credit.

Snowball Wealth

Seed Round in 2019
Snowball Wealth, Inc. is a financial management platform based in San Mateo, California, that provides tailored guidance for managing student loans and other financial challenges. Established in 2018, the company focuses on helping individuals navigate debt, retirement, and investments through personalized analysis and recommendations. Its mobile app features a community-driven approach that encourages open discussions about debt and financial planning while also offering AI-driven tools to create customized plans for users. By addressing the complexities of student debt and providing insights on refinancing options, Snowball Wealth aims to empower individuals to effectively manage their finances, build generational wealth, and achieve their financial goals.

Interviewing.io

Seed Round in 2019
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.

Wisetack

Series A in 2019
Wisetack, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in real-time consumer lending at the point of sale. Founded in 2018, Wisetack offers a platform that allows in-person businesses to provide financing options to customers, enhancing sales opportunities. The platform integrates seamlessly into existing software systems through a suite of APIs, enabling businesses to embed financing solutions directly into their operations. Wisetack facilitates a straightforward sign-up process and checks consumer eligibility before offering installment payment options, thereby simplifying the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.

WellBeam

Pre Seed Round in 2019
WellBeam Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions designed to connect hospitals with third-party clients. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company offers a range of services, including the WellBeam authorization portal, which allows healthcare providers to efficiently sign and manage medical authorizations, and the WellBeam Clinician portal, facilitating communication between partner clinicians and physicians' teams. WellBeam's solutions are tailored for physicians' teams, hospitals, and home health agencies, enhancing the coordination of care and streamlining administrative processes within the healthcare system.

Data Compass

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Data Compass is a global platform based in San Jose, California, that connects software developers with technology companies to enhance the hiring process. Founded in 2019, the platform enables developers to demonstrate their coding skills through assessments that take just 38 minutes. By scoring well on these assessments, candidates can gain access to a "Fast Track" interview process with leading tech firms. In addition to coding assessments, Data Compass offers free online courses and programming IQ quizzes, allowing hiring managers to gain valuable insights into candidates' proficiency with various languages, tools, and frameworks early in the recruitment process.

FleetPanda

Venture Round in 2019
FleetPanda Inc. is a technology-enabled fleet services company based in San Francisco, California, that offers a logistics platform designed to streamline fleet operations across various industries, such as construction, delivery, landscaping, and HVAC. The company provides essential services, including overnight maintenance, refueling, and washing of different types of vehicles. By integrating cloud-based software with tank monitoring systems, FleetPanda simplifies the management of fleet operations, enabling clients to reduce costs and enhance efficiency. The platform automates processes like order creation and fuel forecasting, thereby allowing businesses to focus on their core activities while maintaining their fleets effectively.

Riva

Seed Round in 2019
Riva has built an automated salary negotiation engine that – combined with Harvard-backed negotiations expertise, 1M+ verified data points on pay, and seasoned coaches supported by machine learning in the back end – has helped over 5,000 users earn an average increase over $20k. A mission-driven company, Riva seeks to level the playing field and help close the pay gap by giving users the tools they need to ask for more from their employers – and get it. Riva was founded in 2018 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Provenance Blockchain

Seed Round in 2019
Provenance Blockchain, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that develops a blockchain platform designed specifically for the financial services industry. Founded in 2018, the company administers the Provenance.io blockchain, enabling financial institutions to transact with enhanced efficiency. Over $1 billion in assets have been transacted on this platform, leading to significant cost savings in loan origination, financing, and trading. The blockchain's public proof-of-stake network facilitates various financial activities, including loan origination, payment processing, secondary market transactions, and asset securitization, thereby streamlining the trading and financing of assets for its clients.

Kogniz

Seed Round in 2019
Kogniz is a company that focuses on enhancing workplace safety and security through its AI and computer vision technology. Its primary offering, Kogniz AssureAI, is a proactive safety platform that can be quickly integrated with existing systems, allowing organizations to address various safety concerns effectively. The platform supports more than three million employees by providing solutions for managing occupational hazards, workplace violence, evacuations, personnel accountability, anomalous behavior detection, and vaccine management. Kogniz's innovative technology has garnered recognition from major media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal and NBC. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, Kogniz also has a development team in Montreal, Quebec.

Sail Internet

Seed Round in 2019
Sail Internet, Inc. is a provider of fiber and fixed wireless internet services, catering to businesses, single-family homes, and multi-unit complexes primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chula Vista. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to enhance the internet access experience for its customers. Sail Internet offers a combination of wireless and wired technologies to deliver high-speed internet without the constraints of bundles, contracts, or data caps, making fiber-fast, unlimited internet more accessible and affordable for consumers and businesses alike.

Figure

Series B in 2019
Figure Technologies, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. It specializes in consumer financial solutions that include home equity lines of credit, home improvement loans, home buy-lease back offerings, mortgage refinancing, and student loan refinancing. Using its proprietary blockchain platform, Provenance, Figure aims to streamline the borrowing process, allowing customers to access capital in as few as five days. The company's services are designed to assist individuals with home improvement, debt consolidation, and retirement planning, leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and analytics to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

Wisetack

Seed Round in 2019
Wisetack, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in real-time consumer lending at the point of sale. Founded in 2018, Wisetack offers a platform that allows in-person businesses to provide financing options to customers, enhancing sales opportunities. The platform integrates seamlessly into existing software systems through a suite of APIs, enabling businesses to embed financing solutions directly into their operations. Wisetack facilitates a straightforward sign-up process and checks consumer eligibility before offering installment payment options, thereby simplifying the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.

Future Family

Series A in 2018
Future Family, Inc. is a subscription-based fertility company founded in 2016 and located in San Francisco, California. The company provides comprehensive fertility services, including personalized fertility planning, clinic matching, and access to a dedicated nurse concierge. Its offerings encompass on-demand medical support, guided care, and a digital health platform that facilitates clinic visits, procedures, laboratory tests, and medications. Additionally, Future Family offers customized financing plans for fertility procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and egg freezing, ensuring that individuals and couples can navigate their fertility journeys with financial assistance and expert support.

Arch Systems

Series A in 2018
Arch Systems Inc. specializes in developing a device-to-cloud modular hardware platform tailored for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications, targeting the electronics and discrete manufacturing sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive data analytics platform that integrates with both new and legacy machines across enterprise supply chains. This platform enables real-time and predictive analytics, helping manufacturers enhance operational efficiency and achieve significant improvements in machine utilization. Additionally, Arch Systems provides an extensive library of surface mount technology (SMT) machine connectors and collaborates with leading PCB manufacturing machine vendors, facilitating the digitization of both new and existing factories. Through its Arch Utilization Suite, the company empowers clients to make informed business decisions by delivering valuable insights and improving data accessibility.

Figure

Series A in 2018
Figure Technologies, Inc. is a financial technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2018. It specializes in consumer financial solutions that include home equity lines of credit, home improvement loans, home buy-lease back offerings, mortgage refinancing, and student loan refinancing. Using its proprietary blockchain platform, Provenance, Figure aims to streamline the borrowing process, allowing customers to access capital in as few as five days. The company's services are designed to assist individuals with home improvement, debt consolidation, and retirement planning, leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and analytics to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

Sail Internet

Seed Round in 2018
Sail Internet, Inc. is a provider of fiber and fixed wireless internet services, catering to businesses, single-family homes, and multi-unit complexes primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chula Vista. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to enhance the internet access experience for its customers. Sail Internet offers a combination of wireless and wired technologies to deliver high-speed internet without the constraints of bundles, contracts, or data caps, making fiber-fast, unlimited internet more accessible and affordable for consumers and businesses alike.

Blitzz

Seed Round in 2017
Blitzz, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in a remote visual sales and problem resolution platform tailored for contact centers and field service teams. Founded in 2017 and based in California, Blitzz provides a no-app-download video calling service that facilitates virtual inspections, customer support, and field services across various industries, including telemedicine. The platform employs advanced image and video algorithms, enabling features such as image recognition, live pointers, and remote flashlights, which assist field service teams in conducting effective inspections without the need for on-site visits. By integrating customer relationship management tools, Blitzz enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of remote interactions and service delivery.

EarnUp

Series A in 2017
EarnUp Inc. is a fintech company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on automating loan payments for consumers. Established in 2013, EarnUp's platform is designed to assist over 200 million Americans managing various types of debt, including home mortgages, student loans, auto loans, and personal loans. The platform allows users to set aside small amounts of money when they can afford it, which are then allocated for loan payments, helping users pay off their debts more efficiently. By syncing micro-payments with individual income and automating savings in real-time, EarnUp aims to alleviate the stress of financial management and empower users to take control of their financial situations.

TeachFX

Seed Round in 2017
TeachFX, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in developing an application designed to enhance classroom dialogue through machine learning technology. Founded in 2017, TeachFX's platform analyzes and visualizes classroom interactions, distinguishing between teacher talk and student talk. This application provides educators with automated, regular feedback on their teaching practices, helping them identify areas for improvement and encouraging more meaningful and equitable discussions in the classroom. By measuring student engagement and discourse patterns, TeachFX aims to support teachers in fostering a more interactive and effective learning environment.

Interviewing.io

Seed Round in 2017
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.

Zum

Series A in 2017
Zūm is a provider of safe, efficient, and reliable child transportation for school districts and busy families. Zūm saves schools money and parents time by providing flexible transportation options through its network of highly vetted drivers and advanced scheduling, routing, and tracking technology. The company currently provides children’s transportation service in the San Francisco Bay Area, all of Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Zūm was founded in 2015 and is based in Redwood City, California.

Citrine Informatics

Series A in 2017
Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance materials development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, the company operates a platform that aggregates and analyzes extensive datasets related to materials, chemicals, and devices. This platform aims to streamline research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain processes for organizations involved in producing physical products. By employing data science and machine learning, Citrine Informatics accelerates the discovery of new materials and helps identify defects early in the research process, thereby improving product design and development efficiency across various sectors, including energy, aerospace, and electronics.

Slingshot Power

Series A in 2017
Slingshot Power, PBC, founded in 2011 and based in San Jose, California, specializes in the manufacture and installation of solar systems, electric vehicle charging stations, and LED lighting. The company aims to provide home and business owners with clean and affordable energy solutions. Its services include the installation of solar photovoltaic systems, with a commitment to complete installations within 25 days and offer 25-year service plans. Additionally, Slingshot Power provides energy-efficient products designed to help customers mitigate rising energy costs and reduce local pollution. The company reaches its customers through a network of partners and agents globally.

Glassbreakers

Seed Round in 2017
Glassbreakers is an enterprise software company that provides inclusive talent development software solutions for diversity and inclusion. The company focused on supporting diversity and inclusion as a core business function. Glassbreakers was founded in 2014 and is based in Oakland, California, United States.

Sail Internet

Seed Round in 2017
Sail Internet, Inc. is a provider of fiber and fixed wireless internet services, catering to businesses, single-family homes, and multi-unit complexes primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chula Vista. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company aims to enhance the internet access experience for its customers. Sail Internet offers a combination of wireless and wired technologies to deliver high-speed internet without the constraints of bundles, contracts, or data caps, making fiber-fast, unlimited internet more accessible and affordable for consumers and businesses alike.

Zebit

Series A in 2016
Zebit, Inc. is an e-commerce company based in San Diego, California, that focuses on providing credit-challenged consumers with access to a wide range of products through its website, Zebit.com. Founded in 2001, Zebit aims to create positive changes in the lives of its customers by offering a proprietary financing solution that allows them to pay for their purchases in installments over six months. The company utilizes consumer income data and advanced risk analytics to facilitate shopping for name-brand products within a closed marketplace. Zebit's offerings include various categories of products, such as electronics and e-certificates, enabling customers to make essential purchases while managing their budgets effectively.

BetterUp

Seed Round in 2016
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company based in San Francisco that offers a comprehensive online platform for personal and professional growth. Founded in 2013, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized development through one-on-one sessions with a diverse network of over 3,000 coaches across 90 countries. The platform focuses on enhancing mental fitness, career advancement, and social connections, enabling individuals to adopt new behaviors and mindsets for improved performance in a rapidly changing work environment. BetterUp is trusted by more than 380 organizations, including notable companies like NASA and Google, and is recognized as a leader in mental health and coaching. The company’s Science Board includes prominent researchers in positive psychology, further emphasizing its commitment to evidence-based practices. BetterUp has received accolades from various platforms, highlighting its impact and innovation in the field of human transformation.

Ravel Law

Series A in 2016
Ravel Law, Inc. operates a legal analytics platform that assists legal professionals in transforming vast amounts of legal data into actionable insights. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company provides a suite of tools that includes court analytics, judge analytics, case analytics, and interactive visualizations. These resources help attorneys, law students, and legal researchers to analyze and interpret complex legal information effectively. By leveraging data-driven insights, Ravel Law enhances the ability of its users to prepare for litigation and make informed decisions. The company became a subsidiary of LexisNexis Legal & Professional Inc. in 2017, further expanding its reach and capabilities within the legal sector. Ravel Law originated from Stanford University's initiatives in legal informatics, highlighting its commitment to innovation in the legal field.

Arch Systems

Seed Round in 2016
Arch Systems Inc. specializes in developing a device-to-cloud modular hardware platform tailored for industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications, targeting the electronics and discrete manufacturing sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive data analytics platform that integrates with both new and legacy machines across enterprise supply chains. This platform enables real-time and predictive analytics, helping manufacturers enhance operational efficiency and achieve significant improvements in machine utilization. Additionally, Arch Systems provides an extensive library of surface mount technology (SMT) machine connectors and collaborates with leading PCB manufacturing machine vendors, facilitating the digitization of both new and existing factories. Through its Arch Utilization Suite, the company empowers clients to make informed business decisions by delivering valuable insights and improving data accessibility.

Zum

Seed Round in 2016
Zūm is a provider of safe, efficient, and reliable child transportation for school districts and busy families. Zūm saves schools money and parents time by providing flexible transportation options through its network of highly vetted drivers and advanced scheduling, routing, and tracking technology. The company currently provides children’s transportation service in the San Francisco Bay Area, all of Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Zūm was founded in 2015 and is based in Redwood City, California.

BetterUp

Seed Round in 2016
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company based in San Francisco that offers a comprehensive online platform for personal and professional growth. Founded in 2013, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized development through one-on-one sessions with a diverse network of over 3,000 coaches across 90 countries. The platform focuses on enhancing mental fitness, career advancement, and social connections, enabling individuals to adopt new behaviors and mindsets for improved performance in a rapidly changing work environment. BetterUp is trusted by more than 380 organizations, including notable companies like NASA and Google, and is recognized as a leader in mental health and coaching. The company’s Science Board includes prominent researchers in positive psychology, further emphasizing its commitment to evidence-based practices. BetterUp has received accolades from various platforms, highlighting its impact and innovation in the field of human transformation.

FEM

Seed Round in 2015
FEM operates as a personalized video engagement platform based on neuroscience and psychology. The company launches Prizma, a video engagement platform that offers video discovery and smart syndication powered by a robust content recommendation engine. Prizma makes it possible for any website to create an engaging video experience for its audience, quickly and easily. For publishers that have video content, Prizma improves discovery, recirculation, and offers syndication to quality websites; for those that want more video content, Prizma offers monetized, relevant content from high-quality creators. FEM was founded by Rachel Payne, Dr. Meghana Bhatt, and Natasha Mohanty in late 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Proterra

Series D in 2015
Proterra Inc. designs and manufactures zero-emission electric buses, including its 35-foot and 40-foot Catalyst models, aimed at reducing operating costs and delivering clean transportation across North America. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including pre-delivery consultations, training programs, mid-life inspections, and vehicle electrification solutions. Proterra also produces batteries, chargers, and drive trains, alongside a connected vehicle intelligence system. Their electric buses are built to accommodate various urban and regional transit needs and are noted for their durability and energy efficiency, as demonstrated through independent testing. By providing fleet planning, charging infrastructure, telematics, and energy management solutions, Proterra helps clients transition away from fossil fuels. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, the company has additional offices in South Carolina and California, contributing to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption through its innovative technologies.

Socotra

Seed Round in 2014
Socotra, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing a cloud-based platform tailored for the insurance industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Socotra offers a comprehensive software solution that facilitates various aspects of insurance operations, including policy administration, underwriting, claims management, and billing. Its platform is designed to support both property and casualty as well as life insurance businesses globally. By utilizing modern technologies, Socotra aims to enhance the efficiency and agility of insurers, allowing them to develop and distribute products more effectively. The platform's features include standardized public APIs and a product-agnostic data model, enabling insurance companies to manage the entire policy lifecycle while fostering innovation and improving customer experiences.

Citrine Informatics

Seed Round in 2014
Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance materials development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, the company operates a platform that aggregates and analyzes extensive datasets related to materials, chemicals, and devices. This platform aims to streamline research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain processes for organizations involved in producing physical products. By employing data science and machine learning, Citrine Informatics accelerates the discovery of new materials and helps identify defects early in the research process, thereby improving product design and development efficiency across various sectors, including energy, aerospace, and electronics.

Fuisz Media

Seed Round in 2014
Fuisz Media Inc. specializes in developing video-recognition software that enhances viewer engagement through interactive elements designed for e-commerce. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the company employs an automated algorithm to add clickable annotations in videos, linking viewers directly to purchase options or relevant content. This technology transforms any video into an interactive experience, allowing users to touch, hover, or click on objects to access product information and branded experiences. Fuisz Media collaborates with leading advertising agencies and global brands, including Wal-Mart, Microsoft, Victoria’s Secret, Gillette, and Target, to optimize video engagement and drive e-commerce traffic.

Bridge

Seed Round in 2014
Bridge U.S. Inc. is a technology-driven immigration services provider based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2011, the company operates a platform that assists individuals and businesses in navigating their immigration options, including U.S. citizenship, green cards, temporary visas, student visas, and work visas. Bridge combines advanced software with expert legal support to streamline the immigration process, ensuring a superior experience for international employees and helping organizations manage their immigration needs efficiently. By facilitating application reviews by immigration lawyers, Bridge aims to enhance the application process for its customers.

InsideMaps

Seed Round in 2014
InsideMaps Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in creating photorealistic 3D models and floor plans of home interiors. Founded in 2013, InsideMaps offers a user-friendly app for smartphones and tablets, allowing users to generate immersive, web-based 3D environments of their homes. This platform enables potential home buyers to visualize interiors and assists homeowners in experimenting with furniture arrangements and home improvements, such as changing paint or flooring. By providing high-definition photography and detailed floor plans, InsideMaps facilitates virtual interior design, allowing users to customize furniture selections and finishes, thereby enhancing the home buying and improvement experience.

Hire An Esquire

Seed Round in 2013
Hire An Esquire, Inc., founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York City, operates additional offices in San Francisco and Pittsburgh. The company provides an online marketplace that connects law firms and in-house legal departments with a curated network of qualified attorneys. This platform facilitates the process of finding, managing, and compensating a flexible legal workforce. By doing so, Hire An Esquire not only addresses the staffing needs of legal entities but also supports attorneys in pursuing more independent and entrepreneurial career opportunities.

SIPX

Series B in 2013
SIPX (pronounced “sip-ex”) is an exciting new company based in Palo Alto, California. Backed by the leading venture, corporate, and angel investors, our mission is to simplify the complex processes involved in legally accessing digital content for the higher education marketplace. It was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Comprehend Systems

Series A in 2013
Comprehend Systems, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based continuous quality solutions for clinical operations, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company offers a suite of clinical intelligence applications designed to enhance the speed, safety, and quality of clinical trials. These solutions support clinical operations executives, data managers, and medical monitors by delivering actionable insights for portfolio monitoring, CRO oversight, risk management, and collaboration across various teams and sites. Comprehend's tools aim to streamline the clinical trial process, improving overall performance and risk assessment throughout the research lifecycle. As of August 2019, Comprehend operates as a subsidiary of Saama Technologies, Inc.

Jetlore

Series A in 2013
Jetlore, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Sunnyvale, California, that specializes in providing a predictive platform tailored for retailers. Founded by Stanford computer scientists in 2010, Jetlore's platform analyzes customer actions and behaviors to deliver personalized promotions, products, and content. By mapping consumer preferences into structured predictive attributes such as size and style, Jetlore enables businesses to optimize their merchandising decisions, enhance search functionalities, and improve customer service. Its technology is utilized by prominent retailers and hospitality companies, including eBay, LG, Nordstrom Rack, and Uniqlo, resulting in substantial revenue increases from customer relationship management channels. As of 2018, Jetlore operates as a subsidiary of PayPal Holdings, further solidifying its position in the market.

If You Can

Seed Round in 2013
If You Can is a computer software company that develops games that helps children to develop their social and emotional intelligence. It features social and emotional learning skills which includes managing emotions, such as frustration, disappointment, and showing empathy for others. The company was founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California.

Everlaw

Venture Round in 2013
Everlaw is a legal technology company that provides a platform for document analysis to law firms, government, and corporations. It is a cloud-based litigation platform for corporate counsels, litigators, and government attorneys that enables teams to discover, reveal, and act on information to drive internal investigations and positively impact the outcome of the litigation. The company combines speed, security, and ease-of-use into a comprehensive solution that unlocks the collaborative power of teams and allows them to investigate issues more thoroughly, uncover a truth more quickly, and present their findings more clearly. It was established in 2010 and is headquartered in Oakland, California.

NovoEd

Seed Round in 2013
NovoEd, Inc. is a software company that operates an online collaborative learning platform designed to enhance business performance through experiential learning. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, the company provides a software-as-a-service solution that fosters project collaboration, feedback sharing, and skill application in the workplace. NovoEd's platform is utilized by global corporations, executive education providers, and training firms to develop essential capabilities through structured practice, mentorship, and group collaboration. The company offers various professional services, including strategy assessment, instructional design, course development, and learning analytics. Its tailored solutions encompass leadership development, digital transformation, employee onboarding, and diversity initiatives, catering to a wide range of sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, and education. By connecting diverse learners and facilitators in an impactful online setting, NovoEd aims to unlock organizational knowledge and drive measurable outcomes.

HomeLight

Seed Round in 2012
HomeLight, Inc. is a real estate platform based in San Francisco, California, that connects homebuyers and sellers with real estate agents using data and agent reviews. Founded in 2011, the company offers a suite of innovative products designed to simplify the real estate transaction process. These products enable clients to make all-cash offers, purchase new homes before selling their current properties, and navigate a modern closing process. HomeLight's platform aims to enhance the overall experience for homebuyers and sellers by providing certainty and efficiency throughout their real estate journey.

SIPX

Series A in 2012
SIPX (pronounced “sip-ex”) is an exciting new company based in Palo Alto, California. Backed by the leading venture, corporate, and angel investors, our mission is to simplify the complex processes involved in legally accessing digital content for the higher education marketplace. It was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Clever

Seed Round in 2012
Clever is a San Francisco-based company that provides a single sign-on platform specifically designed for K-12 education. Founded in 2012, Clever simplifies access to a range of digital learning resources by consolidating applications into a secure portal. The platform automates tedious tasks such as student account creation and management, allowing schools to efficiently implement and maintain various educational applications. This streamlined approach helps teachers and administrators keep student accounts updated across all organizational programs, ultimately enhancing the learning experience for students.

Blue River Technology

Series A in 2012
Blue River Technology Inc. develops advanced computer vision and robotics technology tailored for agricultural applications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Salinas and Yuma, the company focuses on intelligent machinery that addresses significant challenges in farming. Its innovative "see and spray" technology allows for the identification of weeds and the selective elimination of unwanted plants, thereby reducing chemical usage in food production. This automated solution is particularly beneficial for organic farming and areas with chemical-resistant weeds, enabling farmers to adopt more sustainable agricultural practices. Blue River Technology operates as a subsidiary of Deere & Company, enhancing its capabilities in the agricultural sector.

Kanjoya

Series C in 2012
Kanjoya, Inc. operates a workforce intelligence and management platform designed for enterprise companies. The company specializes in employee engagement solutions that allow organizations to capture feedback, analyze results in real-time, and distribute vital intelligence. Its key offerings include Kanjoya Perception, which assesses employee emotions, attitudes, and intentions while predicting behaviors; a Workday directory that facilitates employee surveys and performance reviews; and Perception for Performance, a tool that helps managers evaluate, reward, and motivate employees. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning, Kanjoya provides insights into the motivations and emotions driving business outcomes. Founded in 2006 and based in San Francisco, California, Kanjoya was previously known as Experience Project, Inc. The company has been a subsidiary of The Ultimate Software Group, Inc. since September 2016.

Lex Machina

Seed Round in 2012
Lex Machina provides legal analytics to companies and law firms to craft successful strategies, win cases, and close business. Legal Analytics combines data and software to provide the winning edge in the highly competitive business and practice of law. The company's unique Lexpressions engine creates data sets, never before available about judges, lawyers, parties, and the subjects of lawsuits, out of millions of pages of litigation information. With this data, for the first time, lawyers can predict the behaviors and outcomes that different legal strategies will produce. Lex Machina was founded on 2009 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Ravel Law

Seed Round in 2012
Ravel Law, Inc. operates a legal analytics platform that assists legal professionals in transforming vast amounts of legal data into actionable insights. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company provides a suite of tools that includes court analytics, judge analytics, case analytics, and interactive visualizations. These resources help attorneys, law students, and legal researchers to analyze and interpret complex legal information effectively. By leveraging data-driven insights, Ravel Law enhances the ability of its users to prepare for litigation and make informed decisions. The company became a subsidiary of LexisNexis Legal & Professional Inc. in 2017, further expanding its reach and capabilities within the legal sector. Ravel Law originated from Stanford University's initiatives in legal informatics, highlighting its commitment to innovation in the legal field.

Kahuna

Seed Round in 2012
Kahuna, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing marketing automation software designed to create highly personalized experiences for buyers and sellers in various marketplaces. Utilizing advanced machine-learning technology, the company offers solutions for cross-channel marketing, optimization, and analytics, aiming to enhance product and pricing strategies while fostering user trust and engagement. Kahuna has established itself as a preferred platform for marketplaces, with a substantial user base of over 144 million and a track record of sending more than 4 billion messages and optimizing 46 billion events. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Kahuna serves notable clients such as The Dollar Shave Club, Yahoo, and Yelp, and has received investment from firms including Sequoia Capital and Tenaya Capital.

Proven

Series A in 2012
Proven operates as a hiring tool intended for small businesses. The platform takes hiring on the go with fully native apps for iOS and Android. Employers can review resumes, respond to candidates, and even post a new job all from a smartphone. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in San Francisco, California.

DermLink

Seed Round in 2012
DermLink, Inc. offers online dermatology services through a web-based application that enables patients with various skin conditions to receive accurate diagnoses remotely, using devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones. Founded in 2011 and based in Atherton, California, DermLink serves clinical and cosmetic dermatologists, as well as aesthetic physicians, and has established itself as a leading online dermatology provider in the United States, with a network of doctors spanning over 35 states. The company's technology has been utilized to detect multiple skin cancer cases, and its iPhone app has been recognized by Apple as one of the best new medical applications.

ModeWalk

Series A in 2012
ModeWalk Inc. operates a social marketplace that connects luxury designers and craftsmen directly with consumers. Founded in 2010 and based in Palo Alto, California, the platform enables designers to engage with customers, receive feedback, and drive traffic to their offerings. ModeWalk provides a unique online shopping experience for women, offering wardrobe stylist services that were traditionally available only to affluent clients. By leveraging a network of personal wardrobe stylists and proprietary technology, the platform facilitates personalized shopping experiences, allowing stylists to curate outfits and communicate directly with clients. Customers can provide feedback on selections and shop seamlessly through the marketplace. Additionally, ModeWalk offers virtual access to exclusive runway shows, showcasing a curated selection of leading European fashion designers.

HomeLight

Seed Round in 2012
HomeLight, Inc. is a real estate platform based in San Francisco, California, that connects homebuyers and sellers with real estate agents using data and agent reviews. Founded in 2011, the company offers a suite of innovative products designed to simplify the real estate transaction process. These products enable clients to make all-cash offers, purchase new homes before selling their current properties, and navigate a modern closing process. HomeLight's platform aims to enhance the overall experience for homebuyers and sellers by providing certainty and efficiency throughout their real estate journey.

Medrio

Venture Round in 2011
Medrio, Inc. is a medical software company that specializes in web-based electronic data capture (EDC) solutions for clinical research applications. Founded in 2005 and based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Pune, India, and Paris, France, Medrio offers tools designed to support clinical trials across all phases, outcomes research, registries, and retrospective chart reviews. Its platform enables study sponsors and contract research organizations to efficiently design, configure, and manage clinical research projects, facilitating processes such as data collection, management reporting, and statistical analysis. Medrio's solutions are tailored to meet the needs of a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic research institutions, and clinical research organizations, all while emphasizing speed, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use.

Fidelis Education

Series A in 2011
Fidelis Education, Inc. is a software development company based in Mountain View, California, that focuses on enhancing student success through innovative technology solutions. The company has created a Learning Relationship Management (LRM) platform designed to facilitate the coordination of out-of-class support services for students and staff. This platform allows educational institutions to manage complex learning relationships effectively, ensuring that learners can access the support they need to thrive academically and professionally. Fidelis offers a range of tools, including mentoring and coaching software for various advising needs, academic support solutions for tutoring and micro-credentialing, and social/emotional learning resources. Additionally, the company provides community engagement software to manage relationships among cohorts, clubs, and alumni. Through its comprehensive services, Fidelis aims to address critical challenges in education, such as attrition and skills gaps, by fostering active and meaningful engagement among learners and their support networks.

Motion Math

Seed Round in 2011
Motion Math Inc. is a developer of movement-based mobile math games aimed at enhancing children's understanding and enjoyment of mathematics. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company creates engaging educational games that help students master challenging K-6 math standards through interactive visuals and an innovative learning model. The games focus on building math fluency and conceptual understanding, utilizing a growth mindset approach to foster a love for intellectual challenges. Motion Math's products enable learners to perceive and estimate various representations of fractions, such as numerators, denominators, percents, decimals, and pie charts, by connecting these concepts to their positions on a number line. As of November 2017, Motion Math operates as a subsidiary of Curriculum Associates LLC.

Proven

Seed Round in 2011
Proven operates as a hiring tool intended for small businesses. The platform takes hiring on the go with fully native apps for iOS and Android. Employers can review resumes, respond to candidates, and even post a new job all from a smartphone. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Lex Machina

Seed Round in 2011
Lex Machina provides legal analytics to companies and law firms to craft successful strategies, win cases, and close business. Legal Analytics combines data and software to provide the winning edge in the highly competitive business and practice of law. The company's unique Lexpressions engine creates data sets, never before available about judges, lawyers, parties, and the subjects of lawsuits, out of millions of pages of litigation information. With this data, for the first time, lawyers can predict the behaviors and outcomes that different legal strategies will produce. Lex Machina was founded on 2009 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Taulia

Series A in 2010
Taulia Inc. is a technology company specializing in supply chain management and financing solutions, utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance business operations. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in several international locations, Taulia offers a range of services aimed at optimizing working capital. These services include dynamic discounting, supply chain finance, cash forecasting, invoice automation, and supplier management. The company provides solutions for both buyers and suppliers, enabling early payment options, electronic invoicing, and self-service tools that promote supplier independence. By transforming invoices into revenue opportunities and facilitating easier participation in e-invoicing, Taulia aims to strengthen supplier relationships and unlock financing opportunities for businesses. The company has also established a strategic partnership with KPMG to further enhance its offerings.
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