The people behind the ideas.
The ideas behind the companies.
Runway’s
Cristóbal Valenzuela
on AI-driven art and lifelong learning
Deepgram’s
Scott Stephenson
on revolutionizing voice AI and building a developer tool
Axiom’s
Carina Hong
building an AI mathematician and pursuing a moonshot mission
Pulumi’s
Joe Duffy
on bringing more power to developers
Terray’s
Jacob Berlin
on why data is the difference for AI-driven drug development
Yoodli’s
Varun Puri and Esha Joshi
on helping people find their voice Company List
Consumer & Marketplace
Initial Investment Stage
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Buywander is an auction marketplace where shoppers bid on returned and overstocked goods from vetted retailers and pick up what they win at a local warehouse.Initial Investment2026Buywander is an auction marketplace where shoppers bid on returned and overstocked goods from vetted retailers and pick up what they win at a local warehouse. -

College Pulse is an online survey research and data analytics company dedicated to understanding today’s college students.Initial Investment2018College Pulse is an online survey research and data analytics company dedicated to understanding today’s college students. -

Crowd Cow enables independent farmers and producers in the U.S. beef industry to sell to consumers directly online through the Crowd Cow platform.Initial Investment2017Crowd Cow enables independent farmers and producers in the U.S. beef industry to sell to consumers directly online through the Crowd Cow platform. -

Doorstead, the premier full-service property management brokerage, has redefined the industry with its upfront rental guarantee product. Doorstead eliminates the headaches, friction and uncertainty involved with owning and managing long-term rental property. Its application of data and technology enables the company to provide steady cash flow to landlords, and superior service to both landlords and tenants alike.Initial Investment2021Doorstead, the premier full-service property management brokerage, has redefined the industry with its upfront rental guarantee product. Doorstead eliminates the headaches, friction and uncertainty involved with owning and managing long-term rental property. Its application of data and technology enables the company to provide steady cash flow to landlords, and superior service to both landlords and tenants alike. -

Faye is the leading autonomous platform for traveler care, delivering whole-trip travel protection, proactive financial solutions, and real-time support and insights to travelers and travel partners through its award-winning Faye App, Faye Wallet, and the Faye Advisor Platform.Initial Investment2026Faye is the leading autonomous platform for traveler care, delivering whole-trip travel protection, proactive financial solutions, and real-time support and insights to travelers and travel partners through its award-winning Faye App, Faye Wallet, and the Faye Advisor Platform. -

Game Jolt is a creator-focused community revolutionizing social media for Gen Z gamers with immersive gamified experiences, customizable engagement and interactive content. Creative options for collaboration, community building and virtual events are paired with image, video and livestream sharing for the millions that call Game Jolt their online home. Available on web, desktop and mobile.Initial Investment2021Game Jolt is a creator-focused community revolutionizing social media for Gen Z gamers with immersive gamified experiences, customizable engagement and interactive content. Creative options for collaboration, community building and virtual events are paired with image, video and livestream sharing for the millions that call Game Jolt their online home. Available on web, desktop and mobile. -

HelloTech is changing the way consumers purchase and get support for new technology. Utilizing a background- checked, vetted on-demand workforce, HelloTech provides in home support and consultation for consumers looking to manage and upgrade the technology within their home.Initial Investment2015HelloTech is changing the way consumers purchase and get support for new technology. Utilizing a background- checked, vetted on-demand workforce, HelloTech provides in home support and consultation for consumers looking to manage and upgrade the technology within their home. -

Indochino is the world’s premier online custom clothier, specializing in custom suits for men.Initial Investment2011Indochino is the world’s premier online custom clothier, specializing in custom suits for men. -

Jack & Jill pairs an AI agent for candidates with an AI agent for hiring companies, and introduces people directly to the hiring manager only when both agree it's a strong match.Initial Investment2026Jack & Jill pairs an AI agent for candidates with an AI agent for hiring companies, and introduces people directly to the hiring manager only when both agree it's a strong match. -

A medical software company developing a system for physical and cognitive rehabilitation. As a pioneer in tele-rehabilitation, Jintronix is leveraging new low-cost motion tracking technology to create customized rehabilitation regimens for clients to access at home and powerful remote monitoring and management tools for clinicians.Initial Investment2012A medical software company developing a system for physical and cognitive rehabilitation. As a pioneer in tele-rehabilitation, Jintronix is leveraging new low-cost motion tracking technology to create customized rehabilitation regimens for clients to access at home and powerful remote monitoring and management tools for clinicians. -

Matcherino is an eSports engagement platform. Matcherino gives eSports fans the ability to discover and fund matches they want to see and promotes streamers to new audiences.Initial Investment2015Matcherino is an eSports engagement platform. Matcherino gives eSports fans the ability to discover and fund matches they want to see and promotes streamers to new audiences. -

NewDays is transforming cognitive health with a science-backed, AI-powered treatment designed for people experiencing cognitive decline. Combining expert-led therapy with frequent AI-driven conversations and exercises, NewDays provides an engaging, personalized approach to maintaining cognitive function and delaying symptoms of decline. Grounded in proven clinical research, NewDays offers a structured yet accessible option, making high-quality cognitive care available to anyone, anywhere. The program is designed for individuals with mild cognitive impairment, mild to moderate dementia, or subjective cognitive decline, empowering them with meaningful daily practice plus expert support and oversight.Initial Investment2025NewDays is transforming cognitive health with a science-backed, AI-powered treatment designed for people experiencing cognitive decline. Combining expert-led therapy with frequent AI-driven conversations and exercises, NewDays provides an engaging, personalized approach to maintaining cognitive function and delaying symptoms of decline. Grounded in proven clinical research, NewDays offers a structured yet accessible option, making high-quality cognitive care available to anyone, anywhere. The program is designed for individuals with mild cognitive impairment, mild to moderate dementia, or subjective cognitive decline, empowering them with meaningful daily practice plus expert support and oversight. -

Peach works with local restaurants to deliver lunch to your office via SMS text. Meals are always under $12 with delivery, tax, and tip included.Initial Investment2014Peach works with local restaurants to deliver lunch to your office via SMS text. Meals are always under $12 with delivery, tax, and tip included. -

Spangle enables retail brands to capture more revenue from paid traffic with agents that autonomously solve complex tasks, driving higher conversion, revenue, and ROAS for merchants at scale. The team brings 30+ years of expertise in scaling AI initiatives at Amazon, luxury retail, and lifestyle brands. As serial entrepreneurs, the team has solved complex commerce challenges and driven ROI for industry leaders and high-growth disruptors.Initial Investment2024Spangle enables retail brands to capture more revenue from paid traffic with agents that autonomously solve complex tasks, driving higher conversion, revenue, and ROAS for merchants at scale. The team brings 30+ years of expertise in scaling AI initiatives at Amazon, luxury retail, and lifestyle brands. As serial entrepreneurs, the team has solved complex commerce challenges and driven ROI for industry leaders and high-growth disruptors. -

The Riveter is a female-forward workspace and community designed for business and impact.Initial Investment2018The Riveter is a female-forward workspace and community designed for business and impact. -

Trade is the leading coffee marketplace connecting the best independent roasters to customers across the country.Initial Investment2020Trade is the leading coffee marketplace connecting the best independent roasters to customers across the country. -

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TrovaTrip is the first travel planning and booking platform that connects creators and communities directly with tour operators to offer unforgettable group travel experiences around the globe. TrovaTrip makes it possible for topic experts, creatives, and entrepreneurs to host trips around the globe with their communities. With itineraries in 49 different countries and over 15,000 Travelers booked, TrovaTrip is changing the way people see and connect with the world by enabling them to follow their passion while traveling. Enhancing lives through meaningful connections, learning and exploration, TrovaTrip’s mission is to make travel safer and more accessible to all.Initial Investment2022Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TrovaTrip is the first travel planning and booking platform that connects creators and communities directly with tour operators to offer unforgettable group travel experiences around the globe. TrovaTrip makes it possible for topic experts, creatives, and entrepreneurs to host trips around the globe with their communities. With itineraries in 49 different countries and over 15,000 Travelers booked, TrovaTrip is changing the way people see and connect with the world by enabling them to follow their passion while traveling. Enhancing lives through meaningful connections, learning and exploration, TrovaTrip’s mission is to make travel safer and more accessible to all. -

Wonder Workshop is a platform that makes programming fun and accessible for children while they play.Initial Investment2013Wonder Workshop is a platform that makes programming fun and accessible for children while they play.FoundersImran Khan
Mikal Greaves
Saurabh Gupta
Vikas GuptaInitial Investment2013 -

Wrench brings the mechanic to your car, making maintenance and repair easy and convenient.Initial Investment2016Wrench brings the mechanic to your car, making maintenance and repair easy and convenient.FoundersEd Petersen
Douglas Stevens
William Beaver
Casey WillisInitial Investment2016