Consumer Startups

VXi Corporation manufactures BlueParrott branded headsets and audio accessories.

1 investor

Vypr runs a consumer research app where users answer short questions ("Steers") to earn points redeemable for cash, and provides brands, suppliers, and clients with fast consumer intelligence to guide product decisions. The company serves both individual survey participants and business clients seeking market research.

1 investor

Vytrus is a biotechnology company focused on plant-based science and product development. The company develops formulations and products leveraging botanical expertise for commercial applications.

1 investor

W1NNAS is a German startup that makes oral nicotine-free pouches containing caffeine, taurine, and vitamins designed to deliver rapid energy and focus for athletes and professionals. The pouches deliver effects within 15 minutes through oral mucosal absorption and are marketed as alternatives to energy drinks and coffee.

1 investor

Waffle is a platform that allows creators to build and deploy AI chatbots that they can share with audiences via simple access codes. Users download the app and enter a creator code to interact with custom-built bots.

1 investor

Wagamama is a fast-casual restaurant chain serving Asian-inspired noodle bowls and fresh dishes, founded in London in 1992 and now operating globally. The company emphasizes open kitchens, hand-prepared meals, and a communal dining atmosphere.

1 investor

Waggle develops pet monitoring devices and cameras designed to alert owners to temperature changes and track pet behavior, particularly for travelers and RV owners. The company's products help prevent heatstroke and provide remote pet supervision in vehicles and enclosed spaces.

1 investor

WakeMate makes a wristband that monitors sleep through motion tracking and syncs with a user's phone to trigger alarms during light sleep phases, along with a platform that provides sleep analysis and insights into sleep patterns.

1 investor

Wakuli is a coffee retailer that sources directly from farmers, emphasizing fair pricing for growers and sustainable practices as an alternative to conventional coffee industry models. The company sells specialty coffee beans and cold brew equipment, with sourcing from farming communities in Honduras.

1 investor

Waldo is a photo-finding platform that uses facial and object recognition combined with location awareness to automatically identify and deliver photos of users and their families taken by others. The service targets schools, summer camps, youth sports organizations, weddings, resorts, and other events through mobile and web delivery.

1 investor

Walgreens operates a pharmacy and retail health and wellness business, offering prescription services, over-the-counter medications, health products, and photo services to consumers.

1 investor

Walker Edison sells modern furniture for indoor and outdoor spaces, offering pieces for various rooms and styles with features like free shipping, easy assembly, and product warranties.

1 investor

Walko is an Indian food company that manufactures and sells ice creams, kulfis, frozen desserts, and thick shakes under several brands, distributed through food delivery, quick commerce, and modern retail channels. It serves consumers pan-India as well as institutional buyers in the hospitality and catering industry.

1 investor

WalkOVR makes a motion capture and locomotion device that enables full-body gameplay in virtual reality environments by translating physical movements like walking, running, crouching, and jumping into in-game actions. The product serves VR gamers and developers seeking immersive full-body interaction.

1 investor

Wallet in Telegram offers a self-custodial DeFi Account built on the TON blockchain that lets users buy, trade, send, and stake crypto assets such as USDT, GRAM, and tokenized gold directly inside Telegram. It also provides access to Web3 mini-apps, cashback on bookings, and third-party TON ecosystem services for consumers.

1 investor

Walls360 produces custom on-demand wall graphics printed on repositionable, self-adhesive fabric paper for promotional products, retail and events, and on-demand manufacturing. The company operates a wall graphics production and fulfillment factory in Las Vegas.

1 investor

Walmark is a leading Central European producer of natural food supplements and consumer healthcare products for all age groups. The company develops and distributes health solutions focused on supporting wellness and healthy lifestyles across the CEE region.

1 investor

Wamda Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in and supports early-stage companies across the Middle East and North Africa. The firm focuses on building entrepreneurship ecosystems and providing capital, mentorship, and operational support to help startups scale.

1 investor

Wander is a travel app that converts social media content, such as Instagram posts, reels, and videos, into personalized travel maps and itineraries by extracting mentioned places. It also offers curated destination maps and offline access for travelers planning trips.

1 investor

Wander + Ivy sells single-serve, individually bottled wines sourced from vineyards around the world, offered directly to consumers online. Its product line includes varietals such as a California Cabernet and curated bestseller gift sets.

1 investor

Wanderable operated an online honeymoon registry service for couples. The service was discontinued as of Summer 2022.

1 investor

Wanderlog is a travel planning app that allows users to create detailed itineraries, explore shared guides from other travelers, and manage bookings—integrating attractions on maps, reservations, budgeting, and route optimization in a single platform.

1 investor

Wandou Gongzhu (Wandou) operates a cross-border e-commerce platform offering Japanese consumer brands, with a catalog of about 3,300 brands and 40,000 SKUs. It focuses on selling Japanese products to Chinese consumers.

1 investor

Wang Xiaolu is a Chinese snack brand specializing in flavored chicken feet (tiger-striped chicken feet) and related marinated products, sold through online and offline retail channels nationwide. The company operates manufacturing facilities and has over 450 employees.

1 investor