Virgin Group is a diverse investment company that operates across various sectors, including leisure, travel, tourism, mobile, broadband, television, radio, music, finance, and health. The company emphasizes the importance of value for money, quality, innovation, and customer experience, believing that these elements contribute to its success. Virgin Group empowers its employees to deliver exceptional service and frequently collaborates with partners to leverage skills and expertise from different industries. This approach helps to create and nurture successful businesses under the Virgin brand, which is recognized globally. The company aims to drive positive change in business practices while seeking new investment opportunities that align with its core values.
Outdustry is a Beijing based music industry consultancy.
Virgin Voyages
Private Equity Round in 2023
Virgin Voyages is a lifestyle travel brand that specializes in providing luxury cruise vacations to high-end customers. The company operates a fleet of cruise ships, offering premium accommodations and a variety of entertainment options. Virgin Voyages aims to create unique and adventurous travel experiences across diverse destinations, catering to those seeking a more upscale and engaging cruise experience.
Oova
Series A in 2023
Oova Inc. is a fertility diagnostic company based in New York that specializes in developing personalized fertility testing solutions. Founded in 2017, Oova spun out from Mount Sinai Hospital and utilizes patent-pending biochemistry and artificial intelligence to analyze hormonal levels in women's urine. The company's innovative paper-based testing strips measure key hormones, such as luteinizing hormone and progesterone, allowing women to manage their menstrual cycles, assess fertility, and monitor reproductive health conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). By facilitating daily urine sample collection and offering real-time insights through a mobile application, Oova supports women in achieving their conception goals while seamlessly integrating into their daily lives.
Marker.
Series A in 2023
Marker Learning specializes in evaluations and support services for learning disabilities, utilizing a telepsychology platform to enhance accessibility for schools and families. The company offers diagnostic assessments for various learning disabilities, as well as individualized learning plans, tutoring, and coaching aimed at helping students and adults up to the age of 50 achieve their full potential. Marker Learning's licensed psychologists have received specialized training to ensure effective and personalized support for individuals facing learning challenges.
Lightyear
Series A in 2022
Lightyear is an investment platform operating across 22 European countries, designed to facilitate money management and wealth growth for both retail customers and businesses. The platform offers a diverse range of investment options, including stocks, funds, and cash interest products, while emphasizing accessibility and ease of understanding. Lightyear features low trading fees and a user-friendly interface, supported by a team with experience from notable fintech companies. The company's operations are based in London and Tallinn, and it is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK. By providing a multi-currency account that earns interest on uninvested cash, Lightyear aims to eliminate unnecessary barriers to investing and make it more affordable for users.
Zero Acre Farms
Series A in 2022
Zero Acre Farms is a food company focused on eliminating the reliance on harmful vegetable oils in the food industry. It offers a sustainable alternative produced through fermentation technology, utilizing microorganisms to create oils and fats that contain significantly lower levels of unhealthy fats associated with inflammation and disease. This innovative approach aims to promote healthier dietary options for consumers while addressing the environmental concerns linked to traditional oil production.
Virgin Orbit
Post in 2021
Virgin Orbit, LLC is a space company based in Long Beach, California, that specializes in launching small satellites. Incorporated in 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of Virgin.com Limited and offers dedicated launch services through its LauncherOne vehicle. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including commercial enterprises, government agencies, and organizations focused on national security and defense. Virgin Orbit's mission is to democratize access to space, enabling the deployment of satellites for various applications that benefit life on Earth. Through its innovative approach to satellite launch capabilities, Virgin Orbit has positioned itself as a key player in the space industry, delivering reliable services for both domestic and international customers.
Virgin Voyages
Venture Round in 2021
Virgin Voyages is a lifestyle travel brand that specializes in providing luxury cruise vacations to high-end customers. The company operates a fleet of cruise ships, offering premium accommodations and a variety of entertainment options. Virgin Voyages aims to create unique and adventurous travel experiences across diverse destinations, catering to those seeking a more upscale and engaging cruise experience.
Printify
Series A in 2021
Printify is a leading print-on-demand platform that enables individuals to create and sell custom products online without the risks associated with traditional inventory management. Since its establishment in 2015, Printify has experienced significant growth, attracting over 10 million users who utilize its services to design and market a wide range of products, including apparel, wall art, home decor, and accessories. The platform streamlines the process by automating printing and shipping directly to customers, allowing e-commerce store owners to focus on sales and customer engagement. With its headquarters in Riga and a diverse team of over 700 employees across Europe, Printify has earned recognition as one of the best startup employers. The company has garnered investment from notable figures and firms, further solidifying its position in the industry.
LifeQ
Series A in 2021
LifeQ Inc. is a health management technology company based in Alpharetta, Georgia, that focuses on enhancing personal health and wellness. The company has developed a platform that provides users with comprehensive insights into their health across various domains, including fitness, nutrition, sleep, and stress management. By utilizing a biology-led computational systems approach, LifeQ extracts meaningful digital biomarkers from data collected through wearable devices. This technology empowers users to understand their health better and make informed decisions to optimize their well-being. Through personalized recommendations and tools, LifeQ aims to help individuals delay aging, harness energy, and reduce disease risk, ultimately fostering a healthier lifestyle.
LoanSnap
Series B in 2021
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that utilizes an artificial intelligence-based platform to analyze customers' financial situations and present personalized loan options. Its offerings include home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing solutions to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans designed for veterans to purchase homes without a down payment or private mortgage insurance. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LoanSnap also has a location in Costa Mesa, California. The company aims to provide customers with a clearer understanding of their finances, identifying areas where they may be losing money each month. LoanSnap operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. It was formerly known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and is a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.
Instrucko
Seed Round in 2020
Instrucko is a one-to-one language learning platform that focuses on teaching different languages through storytelling. The platform offers a range of features, including live one-on-one lessons, international lesson plans, and interactive learning activities such as games. Additionally, it provides personalized reporting and analytics to track student progress. By incorporating these elements, Instrucko aims to enhance students' social, emotional, and cognitive skills while making language learning engaging and effective.
LoanSnap
Series B in 2020
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that utilizes an artificial intelligence-based platform to analyze customers' financial situations and present personalized loan options. Its offerings include home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing solutions to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans designed for veterans to purchase homes without a down payment or private mortgage insurance. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LoanSnap also has a location in Costa Mesa, California. The company aims to provide customers with a clearer understanding of their finances, identifying areas where they may be losing money each month. LoanSnap operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. It was formerly known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and is a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.
Box Of Intimates
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Box of Intimates is the world's first online personal lingerie shopping service for women. It claims to have over 4,000 registered users in Europe and USA. An AI-aided quiz collects & analysis users' size, preferences and tastes with the help of personal stylists. Subscribers receive a curated naughty or nice lingerie box along with matching accessories chosen for them each month.
ServBetter
Debt Financing in 2019
ServBetter is a next-gen service marketplace that connects customers and service providers in more than 80 high-demand local, hyper-local and virtually delivered services. It offers customers the flexibility of choosing from four different modes of service delivery, all available through a single platform. With ServBetter, customers have greater control over how they get things done, giving them the power to choose the method that works best for them. Additionally, providing an integrated service management system to help providers enhance their productivity and revenue.
Sofar Sounds
Series C in 2019
Sofar Sounds is a global community creating space where music matters. Founded in London in 2009, Sofar brings guests and artists together in unique locations, without the distractions that plague other live events. Sofar shows begin as a secret: guests sign on for three unnamed performances at undisclosed locations, hosted by community members in everyday spaces — from living rooms and rooftops, to retail stores. Through the transformation of these spaces into captivating venues, Sofar serves as a platform for artists to connect with engaged audiences in cities around the world. Sofar invites guests to discover new artists, spaces, people, neighborhoods and cities, whether at home or abroad, creating an inclusive and accessible global community where people make genuine connections. To learn more about Sofar Sounds, check us out at www.sofarsounds.com or follow the conversation on social media at @sofarsounds or using #sofarsounds.
LoanSnap
Series A in 2019
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that utilizes an artificial intelligence-based platform to analyze customers' financial situations and present personalized loan options. Its offerings include home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing solutions to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans designed for veterans to purchase homes without a down payment or private mortgage insurance. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LoanSnap also has a location in Costa Mesa, California. The company aims to provide customers with a clearer understanding of their finances, identifying areas where they may be losing money each month. LoanSnap operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. It was formerly known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and is a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.
LoanSnap
Series A in 2018
LoanSnap, Inc. is a mortgage company that utilizes an artificial intelligence-based platform to analyze customers' financial situations and present personalized loan options. Its offerings include home equity lines of credit (HELOC), refinancing solutions to lower monthly mortgage payments, and VA loans designed for veterans to purchase homes without a down payment or private mortgage insurance. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LoanSnap also has a location in Costa Mesa, California. The company aims to provide customers with a clearer understanding of their finances, identifying areas where they may be losing money each month. LoanSnap operates in several states, including California, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. It was formerly known as DLJ Financial, Inc. before rebranding in April 2018 and is a subsidiary of LoanSnap Holdings, Inc.
Yoyo
Series A in 2018
wiGroup is a SaaS provider that has developed leading Loyalty & Rewards and mCommerce products. Through these, we enable clients to deliver solutions that increase engagement, retention, sales, basket size, speed of checkout, and frequency of spend. Our tech is currently used by retailers, brands, insurance companies, banks, quick service hospitality restaurants, and a host of other businesses looking to deliver value through mobile. The platform was launched in 2007 and is based in Cape Town, South Africa.
BitPay
Venture Round in 2018
BitPay, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing enterprise-grade bitcoin payment solutions tailored for businesses and organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, BitPay offers a range of services including a RESTful API and a bitcoin payment gateway API, which facilitate secure payment processing. The company also supports native payment protocols, signed payment requests, and direct payment communication. Additionally, BitPay provides Copay, a bitcoin wallet solution that integrates Intel hardware security for enhanced protection of private keys and transaction signing. Its BitPay Send service enables organizations to pay employees, vendors, and contractors using cryptocurrency. The company has established a strategic processing relationship with Aliant Payment Systems to further enhance its offerings in the blockchain payments technology sector.
Virgin Hyperloop
Venture Round in 2017
Virgin Hyperloop is a developer of a transportation technology used to deliver fast, direct, and sustainable transportation at scale. Its technology is a first-generation vehicle system that makes trains go as fast as 760 miles per hour and utilizes a vacuum tube designed for transportation of people and cargo that enables companies to have direct movement of freight and people to travel quicker from origin to destination. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Wise
Series E in 2017
Wise provides a core money transfer product, along with a borderless account for its audience of ex-pats, freelancers, and travelers, which holds over £2 billion in current deposits. The company features like automated identification verification, online and in-app technical assistance, and estimations of when money transfers will arrive, products and services that meet the needs of clients. Wise was established in 2011 by Kristo Kaarmann and Taavet Hinrikus in London, England.
Classcraft
Venture Round in 2017
Classcraft is an online educational role-playing game designed to enhance classroom management and engagement for teachers. Founded by Lauren Young, Devin Young, Shawn Young, and Devin Young, the platform is accessible on multiple devices, including Android, iOS, OS X, Chrome, and Windows. Classcraft aims to transform the learning experience by motivating students through gamified elements that promote teamwork and personal growth. The platform encourages improved student behavior by allowing learners to earn rewards and powers that have real-world implications, fostering a playful yet effective educational environment.
UPSIDE Foods
Series A in 2017
UPSIDE Foods, founded in 2015 and based in Berkeley, California, specializes in the production of cultivated meat derived directly from animal cells, eliminating the need to raise and slaughter animals. This innovative approach allows the company to offer real meat, poultry, and seafood while significantly reducing the resource consumption typically associated with conventional meat production, including water, land, and energy. UPSIDE Foods focuses on creating products such as beef meatballs, chicken, and duck, all grown in controlled environments. The company's mission is to provide consumers with clean, humane, and sustainable food options, free from harmful chemicals.
Blockchain.com
Series B in 2017
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.
CreativeLive
Series B in 2017
CreativeLive, Inc. is an online education platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on providing live streaming courses in various creative disciplines, including photography, video, design, business, audio, music, and crafting. Founded in 2010 by photographer Chase Jarvis and entrepreneur Craig Swanson, CreativeLive allows users to participate in free live classes taught by renowned instructors, including bestselling authors and award-winning professionals. The platform also offers the option to purchase courses for on-demand viewing, ensuring that users can enhance their skills at their convenience. With over ten million students and three billion minutes of video consumed, CreativeLive has established itself as a leading resource for creative entrepreneurs. The company has been profitable since its inception and has distributed millions of dollars to its instructors.
Capsule
Series A in 2017
Capsule Corporation is an online retail pharmacy founded in 2015 and based in New York. The company focuses on transforming the pharmacy industry by providing a digital platform that facilitates the delivery of prescription medications. Capsule’s service allows patients to receive same-day delivery of their prescriptions and enables them to switch refills from their previous pharmacies. By leveraging technology, Capsule aims to improve the pharmaceutical experience for patients, doctors, hospitals, insurers, and manufacturers, emphasizing the importance of personal care within the healthcare system. Capsule has successfully raised $70 million in funding to support its mission of enhancing pharmacy services.
Ring
Series D in 2017
Ring is an outdoor home security company founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California. The company specializes in a range of smart security products designed to enhance home safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. Its offerings include the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and Ring Floodlight Cam. These devices are equipped with features such as wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers, allowing homeowners to monitor their properties effectively. By creating a modern digital neighborhood watch, Ring aims to empower consumers and protect communities globally.
auticon
Venture Round in 2016
auticon GmbH is a consulting firm based in Berlin, Germany, with additional offices in Munich and Düsseldorf. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in information technology services, particularly in software testing and quality assurance. auticon employs autistic individuals exclusively as software testers, leveraging their unique skills to provide high-quality workmanship in various areas, including static code analysis, functional testing, usability testing, and data analysis. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software producers, IT firms, consulting companies, and public institutions. By focusing on the strengths of its workforce, auticon not only delivers exceptional testing services but also promotes inclusivity within the tech industry.
Outpost
Venture Round in 2016
Outpost enables truly interactive games that are as fun to watch as they are to play.
Codecademy
Series C in 2016
Codecademy is an online educational platform that provides free coding classes and tutorials, teaching users essential digital skills across various programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, and PHP. The platform focuses on an interactive learning experience, allowing learners to build projects and receive real-time feedback from peers. By connecting students globally, Codecademy fosters a collaborative environment where individuals can practice coding in a supportive community. Its mission is to make coding accessible to millions of users worldwide, equipping them with the skills needed for today's job market.
Ring
Series C in 2016
Ring is an outdoor home security company founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California. The company specializes in a range of smart security products designed to enhance home safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. Its offerings include the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and Ring Floodlight Cam. These devices are equipped with features such as wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers, allowing homeowners to monitor their properties effectively. By creating a modern digital neighborhood watch, Ring aims to empower consumers and protect communities globally.
M-KOPA
Venture Round in 2015
M-KOPA is a company that offers connected asset financing solutions aimed at underbanked customers. Its platform integrates digital micropayments and Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity to provide access to essential products, including solar lighting, televisions, refrigerators, and smartphones. The platform is designed to be accessible, allowing customers to secure financing without the need for a credit history or collateral. By focusing on life-enhancing products and services, M-KOPA aims to improve the quality of life for individuals in underserved markets.
Ring
Series B in 2015
Ring is an outdoor home security company founded in 2012 and based in Santa Monica, California. The company specializes in a range of smart security products designed to enhance home safety and reduce crime in neighborhoods. Its offerings include the Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell Pro, Ring Stick Up Cam, and Ring Floodlight Cam. These devices are equipped with features such as wide-angle lenses, built-in microphones, and speakers, allowing homeowners to monitor their properties effectively. By creating a modern digital neighborhood watch, Ring aims to empower consumers and protect communities globally.
Doctor On Demand
Series B in 2015
Doctor On Demand is a video telemedicine company, offering on-demand and scheduled visits with US-licensed healthcare providers via any smartphone, tablet, or computer. It focuses on providing solutions for employers, health plans, retail clinics, and health systems. With solutions for employers, health plans, retail clinics, and health systems, Doctor On Demand is redefining the industry with top-rated customer experience, highest clinical standards, and implementation and customer success directors, as well as 24/7 customer support. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Rescale
Venture Round in 2015
Rescale, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and operating cloud-based platforms for scientific and engineering simulations. Its offerings include the ScaleX Pro platform for independent professionals and small to medium-sized businesses, and ScaleX Developer, which allows external application developers to integrate their software directly with Rescale’s systems. Additionally, the ScaleX Enterprise platform provides a comprehensive solution for enterprise-level simulation needs, managing on-premise high-performance computing resources and software licenses. Serving a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and life sciences, Rescale facilitates more than 300 customers, from startups to large corporations, in accelerating their design processes and reducing time to market. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, Rescale also has offices in Tokyo, Munich, and Singapore, and it is supported by a variety of investors from the technology and venture capital sectors.
ZOZI
Series C in 2015
ZOZI designs and develops a web-based bookings, payments, and customer management software for tour, activity, and event businesses. It offers introductory flight lessons, vineyard tours and wine tasting by horseback, diving for abalone, ice climbing frozen waterfalls, celebrity and athlete experiences, and various accessible adventures. The company also provides weekend getaways and vacation packages for customers. ZOZI was founded in 2007 and is based in San Francisco, California.
OneWeb
Series A in 2015
OneWeb LLC is focused on developing a global communications network using a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access. Founded in 2012 and based in McLean, Virginia, the company aims to connect users worldwide, offering solutions for broadband, government, and cellular backhaul. OneWeb's network is designed to support various industries that depend on global connectivity, including aviation, maritime, automotive, and rail. The company began launching its satellite constellation in February 2019 and had deployed 74 out of the planned 648 satellites by March 2020. OneWeb's innovative approach to satellite communications enhances internet accessibility across the globe, addressing the growing demand for reliable connectivity.
Virgin Pulse
Series B in 2015
Virgin Pulse, part of Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, designs technology that cultivates good lifestyle habits for your employees. Configured to complement your culture, our technology, and the overall well-being experience we deliver, drives superior outcomes for your people and your business. Virgin – one of the world’s most recognized and respected brands – is known for creating unrivaled consumer experiences. Conceived in 1970 by Branson, the brand believes in insatiable curiosity, smart disruption, heartfelt service, and delightful experiences.
Tradesy
Series B in 2015
Tradesy, Inc. operates an online peer-to-peer marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of designer fashion items, including clothing, bags, shoes, and accessories. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the platform connects sellers with buyers who share similar interests in luxury fashion. Tradesy provides sellers with essential tools, such as packaging materials and prepaid shipping labels, to streamline the selling process. The website also automates shipping and returns, enhances user-generated content, and authenticates designer goods to ensure a seamless experience for users. The platform features renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Gucci, and has garnered attention from notable investors and media outlets.
Wise
Series C in 2015
Wise provides a core money transfer product, along with a borderless account for its audience of ex-pats, freelancers, and travelers, which holds over £2 billion in current deposits. The company features like automated identification verification, online and in-app technical assistance, and estimations of when money transfers will arrive, products and services that meet the needs of clients. Wise was established in 2011 by Kristo Kaarmann and Taavet Hinrikus in London, England.
OneWeb
Seed Round in 2015
OneWeb LLC is focused on developing a global communications network using a constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency internet access. Founded in 2012 and based in McLean, Virginia, the company aims to connect users worldwide, offering solutions for broadband, government, and cellular backhaul. OneWeb's network is designed to support various industries that depend on global connectivity, including aviation, maritime, automotive, and rail. The company began launching its satellite constellation in February 2019 and had deployed 74 out of the planned 648 satellites by March 2020. OneWeb's innovative approach to satellite communications enhances internet accessibility across the globe, addressing the growing demand for reliable connectivity.
Change.org
Series C in 2014
Change.org is the world's largest social change platform, boasting over 150 million users across 196 countries. It empowers individuals to initiate campaigns, gather support, and collaborate with decision-makers to effect change in their communities. The platform focuses on social justice petitions, allowing users to advocate for various causes. As a certified B-corporation, Change.org is committed to creating a positive impact. The organization has attracted investment from notable figures such as Bill Gates, Arianna Huffington, and Richard Branson, as well as the Omidyar Network, founded by eBay's Pierre Omidyar.
Virgin Voyages
Private Equity Round in 2014
Virgin Voyages is a lifestyle travel brand that specializes in providing luxury cruise vacations to high-end customers. The company operates a fleet of cruise ships, offering premium accommodations and a variety of entertainment options. Virgin Voyages aims to create unique and adventurous travel experiences across diverse destinations, catering to those seeking a more upscale and engaging cruise experience.
Blockchain.com
Series A in 2014
Blockchain.com is a digital assets platform that enables users to buy, hold, and utilize cryptocurrency, aiming to create an accessible financial system for the internet. With over 50 million customers, the platform provides a straightforward way to engage with digital currencies, facilitating transactions, trading, and secure storage. It features a highly trafficked explorer for tracking crypto market activities and an exchange that offers a fast trading experience. Blockchain.com is committed to revolutionizing the financial services industry by enabling quick transactions without the need for costly intermediaries, while also providing real-time transaction data and analytical tools for investors and developers.
Sidecar
Series C in 2014
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.
3D Robotics
Venture Round in 2014
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones that specializes in providing advanced drone technology for industries such as construction, mining, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecom, and public safety. The company offers a range of products, including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys that generates 2D maps and 3D models. Furthermore, 3D Robotics provides Pixhawk, an autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. The company focuses on enabling users to collect accurate aerial data and transform drone images into actionable insights, supporting clients in making informed decisions related to their projects. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, 3D Robotics distributes its products globally through resellers and its online store.
Doctor On Demand
Series A in 2014
Doctor On Demand is a video telemedicine company, offering on-demand and scheduled visits with US-licensed healthcare providers via any smartphone, tablet, or computer. It focuses on providing solutions for employers, health plans, retail clinics, and health systems. With solutions for employers, health plans, retail clinics, and health systems, Doctor On Demand is redefining the industry with top-rated customer experience, highest clinical standards, and implementation and customer success directors, as well as 24/7 customer support. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Wise
Series B in 2014
Wise provides a core money transfer product, along with a borderless account for its audience of ex-pats, freelancers, and travelers, which holds over £2 billion in current deposits. The company features like automated identification verification, online and in-app technical assistance, and estimations of when money transfers will arrive, products and services that meet the needs of clients. Wise was established in 2011 by Kristo Kaarmann and Taavet Hinrikus in London, England.
Tradesy
Series B in 2014
Tradesy, Inc. operates an online peer-to-peer marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of designer fashion items, including clothing, bags, shoes, and accessories. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the platform connects sellers with buyers who share similar interests in luxury fashion. Tradesy provides sellers with essential tools, such as packaging materials and prepaid shipping labels, to streamline the selling process. The website also automates shipping and returns, enhances user-generated content, and authenticates designer goods to ensure a seamless experience for users. The platform features renowned brands such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Gucci, and has garnered attention from notable investors and media outlets.
CreativeLive
Series B in 2013
CreativeLive, Inc. is an online education platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on providing live streaming courses in various creative disciplines, including photography, video, design, business, audio, music, and crafting. Founded in 2010 by photographer Chase Jarvis and entrepreneur Craig Swanson, CreativeLive allows users to participate in free live classes taught by renowned instructors, including bestselling authors and award-winning professionals. The platform also offers the option to purchase courses for on-demand viewing, ensuring that users can enhance their skills at their convenience. With over ten million students and three billion minutes of video consumed, CreativeLive has established itself as a leading resource for creative entrepreneurs. The company has been profitable since its inception and has distributed millions of dollars to its instructors.
Clinkle
Series A in 2013
Clinkle is a San Francisco-based company focused on modernizing financial transactions through its innovative mobile payment platform. The company aims to revolutionize the way individuals manage payments by allowing them to track every transaction made with their cards, including payments to friends. Its platform prioritizes security, utilizing 128-bit AES encryption and requiring a secure PIN to protect users' financial information. Clinkle's mobile wallet is designed to facilitate everyday expenses, such as dining and coffee purchases, while also offering users the opportunity to earn rewards points on their transactions. The launch of this mobile wallet is anticipated within the next year, signifying Clinkle's commitment to enhancing the convenience and safety of digital payments.
Hailo Network
Series B in 2012
Hailo is a developer of a smartphone application that facilitates taxi services by connecting riders with licensed taxi drivers through an online marketplace. The app allows users to arrange rides and make payments seamlessly. Originally established as a leading taxi app in the UK and Ireland, Hailo merged with mytaxi in 2016, which later became part of FREE NOW, a prominent mobility provider operating in various cities across the UK. This merger was a strategic move to enhance their presence in the e-hailing market, aiming to become a key player in Europe's transportation landscape.
Codecademy
Series B in 2012
Codecademy is an online educational platform that provides free coding classes and tutorials, teaching users essential digital skills across various programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, and PHP. The platform focuses on an interactive learning experience, allowing learners to build projects and receive real-time feedback from peers. By connecting students globally, Codecademy fosters a collaborative environment where individuals can practice coding in a supportive community. Its mission is to make coding accessible to millions of users worldwide, equipping them with the skills needed for today's job market.
Virgin Mobile Latin America
Series B in 2012
The Virgin Group is a leading international branded investment company and one of the world's most recognized and respected brands. Conceived in 1970 by Sir Richard Branson, the Virgin Group has gone on to grow successful businesses in sectors ranging from mobile telephony and media to transportation, travel, financial services, hotels, health and fitness, as well as renewable technologies and space tourism. Virgin has created more than 400 branded companies worldwide, employing approximately 50,000 people, in 29 countries. Its Global branded revenues in 2010 exceeded £11.5 billion (approx. US$18.5 billion).
Block
Series C in 2011
Block, Inc. is a technology company established in 2009 that specializes in financial services. It encompasses several key divisions, including Square, Cash App, TIDAL, and TBD, all aimed at increasing economic accessibility. Block provides payment services to merchants and has developed Cash App, a person-to-person payment network that facilitates financial transactions between individuals. In 2023, the company reported a payment volume exceeding $200 million. Through its various platforms and services, Block seeks to empower users and enhance their ability to engage with the economy.
Pikum
Series A in 2008
Pikum is an online social gaming company that offers a unique betting game designed for friends to play together. Users can engage in this game for enjoyment or, where permissible, for monetary stakes. The platform capitalizes on the social aspects of predicting outcomes, fostering debate, and celebrating successful predictions among participants. Backed by notable investors, Pikum aims to create a simple and entertaining experience that taps into people's enthusiasm for friendly competition.
CircleLending
Acquisition in 2007
CircleLending launched in 2001 and pioneered the business of managing person-to-person loans within a social network. The company received a majority stake investment and was acquired by the Virgin Group in 2007. It was renamed Virgin Money, part of the global Virgin Money brand. Virgin Money (UK) entered the banking industry with the acquisition of Church House Trust in 2010 and Northern Rock in 2011.
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