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Yipit Data

New York, US · Founded 2013 · 920 employees · 6 known investors

YipitData is a data and analytics company that combines proprietary and licensed datasets—such as card transactions, receipts, web data, and app usage—paired with dedicated analysts to deliver market intelligence. It serves brands and investors making corporate strategy and investment decisions.

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Founders & leadership

Yipit Data was founded in 2013 by James Dana Moran and Vinicius Vacanti.

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James Dana MoranCo-founder
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Vinicius VacantiinCEO / Co-Founder

Board

WDWilliam D. Porteous
William D. Porteousin𝕏Board directorGeneral Partner and COO at RRE Ventures
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Jason FingerBoard director
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Dan NovaBoard director

Investors · 6

boldstart venturesMiami · $1M – $3M
Norwest Venture PartnersMenlo Park · $10M – $30M
Omega Venture PartnersSilicon Valley
VCFA GroupNew York · $150K – $2.5M
Carlyle Groupreported · 2 sourcesWashington
RRE Venturesreported · 2 sourcesNew York · $5M – $15M

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$9.8M disclosed across 1 round · 2017

▶$9.8MraisedJun 2017 · 10 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • William D. PorteousDirector
  • James Dana MoranExecutive Officer, Director
  • Jason FingerDirector
  • Vinicius VacantiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Dan NovaDirector
Offering amount
$9.8M
Amount sold
$9.8M
First sale
May 2017
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

3 people who came through Yipit Data went on to found or lead other companies.

Adam MoelisData Product AnalystFounded Yotta Technologies +1Jason FingerBoard MemberFounded Salvo HealthDane CookProductFounded Tank Payments

In the news

Carlyle-backed YipitData weighs sale at valuation of up to $3bn — Hedge Fund | AlphaMavenalpha-maven.com · Aug 2026Carlyle explores $2.5bn-plus sale of alternative data provider YipitDatapeinsights.substack.com · Aug 2026Carlyle-backed YipitData weighs sale at valuation of up to $3bn - Private Equity Wireprivateequitywire.co.uk · Aug 2026Carlyle-backed YipitData explores $2.5 billion-plus sale, sources say | MarketScreenermarketscreener.com · Aug 2026YipitData valuation soars with $475M late-stage funding round - SiliconANGLEsiliconangle.com · Dec 2021YipitData raises up to $475 million in Series E funding from Carlyleprnewswire.com · Dec 2021

Frequently asked questions

What does Yipit Data do?
YipitData is a data and analytics company that combines proprietary and licensed datasets—such as card transactions, receipts, web data, and app usage—paired with dedicated analysts to deliver market intelligence. It serves brands and investors making corporate strategy and investment decisions.
Who founded Yipit Data?
Yipit Data was founded by James Dana Moran, Vinicius Vacanti in 2013.
Who are Yipit Data's investors?
Yipit Data's investors include boldstart ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, Omega Venture Partners, VCFA Group, Carlyle Group, RRE Ventures.
How much funding has Yipit Data raised?
Yipit Data has disclosed $9.8M raised across 1 round.
Where is Yipit Data headquartered?
Yipit Data is headquartered in New York, US.