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Rove

YC W24

New York City, US · Founded 2023 · 4 employees · Hiring · 10 known investors

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Rove is a travel rewards platform that allows users to earn and redeem miles on flights and hotel bookings through shopping at partner stores and booking travel directly. The company offers competitive redemption rates and direct supplier deals to leisure travelers.

Also known as Rove Card, Inc.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerFintechTravel & HospitalityArtificial IntelligenceTravelUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W24)

Rove was founded in 2023 by Max Morganroth and Arhan Chhabra.

MMMax Morganroth
Max MorganrothCEOMax Morganroth is a founder at Rove and attended Wharton, where he studied entrepreneurship.30 Under 30 2026
ACArhan Chhabra
Arhan ChhabraFounderArhan Chhabra studied computer science and economics at Harvard and is the founder of Rove.30 Under 30 2026
ER
Elon RubinSenior Software Engineer
KF
Kevin FaisalFounding Engineer

Investors · 10

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Atland VenturesreportedMinneapolis

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BOND STreported

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Cory Levyreported

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Formus Capitalreported

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General CatalystreportedSan Francisco · $30M

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Peak XV PartnersreportedBengaluru · $100K – $10M

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Phoenix FundreportedNew York

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Soma CapitalreportedSacramento · $100K – $300K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Rove do?
Rove is a travel rewards platform that allows users to earn and redeem miles on flights and hotel bookings through shopping at partner stores and booking travel directly. The company offers competitive redemption rates and direct supplier deals to leisure travelers.
Who founded Rove?
Rove was founded by Max Morganroth, Arhan Chhabra in 2023.
Who are Rove's investors?
Rove's investors include Data Tech, Y Combinator, Atland Ventures, BOND ST, Cory Levy, Formus Capital, General Catalyst, Peak XV Partners and 2 more.
Where is Rove headquartered?
Rove is headquartered in New York City, US.