Introducing one of Version One’s earlier investments: VarageSale
Online marketplaces have made it easier than ever for people to buy and sell things. But the human element has been missing with the anonymity of Craigslist and eBay. That’s why I’m happy to announce an investment we did two years ago when we participated in the seed round of VarageSale. At the time, they chose […]
Introducing our latest investment: Perceptiv Labs – The future of smart drone technology
In conjunction with their exciting public launch today, we’re happy to announce our newest investment in Perceptiv Labs, a startup that’s using computer vision to make drones more intelligent and fully autonomous. Imaging, delivery and manufacturing are increasingly becoming automated with the use of robots and drones. The current global non-military drone market is already at […]
Introducing our latest investment: Shippo, simplified shipping for small e-commerce sites
Shipping is a huge pain point for smaller e-commerce businesses of any size. They don’t process enough volume to grant them bulk discounts from the major providers. It’s costly and resource-intensive to work with shipping carriers, and the barrier to entry is extremely high. Prices aren’t transparent and negotiating as a small business is next […]
Introducing our latest investment: HandUp, directly helping those in need
Lately, we have seen a growing number of entrepreneurs taking aim to solve the key issues facing our local and global communities. From improving transportation to optimizing neighborhood water usage and encouraging investments in municipal bonds, innovative start-ups are trying to make a difference. Along these lines, we are thrilled to announce our investment in HandUp, […]
Introducing our latest investment: Dwellable, mobile-first vacation rentals
Sometimes, you need to wait a long time for the chance to invest in an outstanding founder. I met Adam Doppelt five years ago. He’s the co-founder of Urbanspoon, the popular restaurant review site and app. He also co-founded Cubeduel, a site that lets you rank your co-workers and Strangeberry, a digital media startup that […]