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Stripes

Growth equity

New York · Series A–Late Stage · 62 people tracked

Also known as STRIPES MANAGEMENT, LLC

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Investment thesis

Stripes positions itself as a product-led growth investor, backing companies that have built exceptional products for consumers and businesses. The firm invests globally and focuses on helping its portfolio companies scale. Its approach emphasizes product-led growth as a central investment lens, targeting businesses with strong product foundations across both consumer and enterprise segments.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.

Stage
Series A–Late Stage
HQ
New York, US
Leads rounds
Leads
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2019
Last 12 months
10 investments
AUM
$8.1B
Tracked investments
115
Unicorns
17
IPOs
4
Acquisitions
11

Team · 62 people

from the firm's website & curated & public directories
Julia Solomon· Partnerin
Monica Vitoria· Partner, Head of Investor Relationsin
Wayne Marino· Partner, CFOin
Aidan Lynch· Principal, Head of Business Development & Capital Marketsin
Aliza Reisner· Principalin
Hannah Shore· Principal, Head of Networkin
Jim Sincavage· Principal
Allie Mallette· Controller
Andrew Xu· Investorin
Ashley Scully· Senior Associate, Talentin
Barb Messing· Operating Partner
Casey Pues· Controller
Griffin Mooney· Senior Finance Associatein
Jason Santiago· Partner, CTO
Kiara Lenhardt· Associate, Research & Growth Strategy
Lucy Stenovec· Senior Associate, Talent & Networkin
Maya Villasenor· Investorin
Milan Patel· Associate, Product Management & Engineeringin
Paige Ryan· Operations Associate, Investor Relationsin
Ryan Tracy· Associate, Investor Relationsin
Samuel Nicklin· Analyst, Research & Growth Strategy
Shannon Martinsen· Vice President, Investor Relationsin
Marino Wayne· Executive Officerin

Founder mafia

5 people who came through Stripes went on to found or lead other companies.

What they invest in

from 77 of 115 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning ×31Enterprise Software ×24SaaS ×24Consumer ×23Direct to Consumer ×14Data & Infrastructure ×13Fintech ×12FoodTech ×12

HQs:United States×57Canada×2Israel×2Germany×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 50 portfolio companies
42%
solo founders
21 of 50 mapped founding teams
51%
repeat founders
of 65 founders with career history
~3 yrs
old at investment
median across 19 dated deals

Founding team size:solo founder×212 founders×163 founders×74+ founders×6

Where their founders studiedfrom 69 founders with education data

University of California, Berkeley ×5Georgia Institute of Technology ×4Technion ×3Tel Aviv University ×3Ben-Gurion University of the Negev ×2George Mason University ×2Harvard Business School ×2Harvard University ×2

What their founders studiedfrom 56 founders with field-of-study data

Computer Science ×24Business & Management ×13Engineering ×8Finance & Accounting ×8Mathematics & Statistics ×4Design & Architecture ×3Humanities ×2Social Sciences ×2

Where their founders worked beforefrom 65 founders with career history

Google ×3Check Point Software ×2Cisco ×2fuboTV ×2IDF ×2Morgan Stanley ×2Tradeshift ×2

Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program

Y Combinator ×4

6 founders hold a PhD · 14 hold an MBA (of 64 with degree data)

Investments · 115 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2026 · 102025 · 12024 · 12023 · 22022 · 82021 · 82020 · 42018 · 32017 · 12016 · 12015 · 12014 · 142 dated

ReformationNYSE: REFacquired by Permira · Jul 2019

Reformation designs and sells sustainable women's fashion, including dresses and apparel made from eco-conscious materials, through retail, e-commerce, and wholesale channels.

New York, US

Yael Aflalo(Director)inShreya Kadaba(Executive Officer, Director)Hali Borenstein(Executive Officer, Director)inJohn Coyle(Executive Officer, Director)David Brisske(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardBrigitte Kleine(Director)in

Co-investors14WPermira

Turtle Beachturtlebeach.cominNASDAQ: TBCH

Turtle Beach sells gaming accessories including wireless gaming headsets and controllers, sold directly to consumers through its online store.

ConsumerGamingHardware

Cris Keirn(Chief Executive Officer)inMark Weinswig(Chief Financial Officer)

Upwork (formerly oDesk)upwork.comNASDAQ: UPWK

Upwork operates two interconnected digital platforms that match businesses with independent contractors and agency workers: the Upwork Marketplace, a freelance work platform where clients post projects and pay service fees on transactions, and Lifted, an enterprise-focused platform for managing contingent labor across multiple engagement models including contractors, staff augmentation, and outsourcing.

Hayden Brown(Chief Executive Officer)inGiulietta Pezzaniti(Chief People Officer)

Co-investors408 VenturesDag VenturesFirstMark CapitalGarage CapitalGlobespan Capital PartnersJackson Square Ventures+6 more

Siftsift.comin𝕏✓ verified

Sift provides an AI-powered platform for fraud prevention and risk decisioning that helps digital businesses detect and manage online fraud.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Jason Tan(Founder/CEO)in

Co-investorsInsight PartnersSpark CapitalFINTOP CapitalFlucas VenturesForefront VentureFounders Circle Capital+5 more

Axoniusaxonius.comMar 2021

New York, US

Dean Sysman(Founder)in

Board seatKen Fox· per SEC Form D

Co-investorsAccelAccelmed PartnersALIVE Israel HealthTech FundAlkeon InnovationAlphaDriveBessemer Venture Partners+7 more

4646.capitalJun 2024 · $46M

46 Capital is an investment firm focused on early-stage companies across multiple sectors, led by experienced professionals with backgrounds in venture capital, private equity, healthcare, energy, and finance.

Fintech

Tim Clark(Managing Director)

Co-investorsHurricane VenturesAndreessen HorowitzAscenta CapitalAvaana CapitalBoxGroupClaypond Capital+7 more

7th Street Burger7thstreetburger.comin

A fast-casual burger restaurant chain that serves made-to-order smashburgers with a focus on high-quality ingredients and simple menu offerings.

ConsumerFoodTechRetail TechNew York, US

Kevin Rezvani(Co-founder)inParas Jain(Founder)in

Co-investorsLeft Lane Capital

A24a24films.com

A24 is a film and entertainment company that produces and distributes movies, and also offers related products such as soundtracks, books, apparel, merchandise, and podcasts tied to its titles.

ConsumerE-commerceMedia & Entertainment

Co-investorsThrive Capital

Applied Intuitionappliedintuition.comin𝕏

Applied Intuition develops physical AI software for autonomous and intelligent machines, including vehicles, robots, ships, and satellites across industries like automotive, defense, logistics, and manufacturing.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareRoboticsSunnyvale, US

Qasar Younis(Co-founder and CEO)inPeter Ludwig(Co-founder and CTO)in

Co-investors137 VenturesAndreessen HorowitzCoatue ManagementElad GilEQUIAMFloodgate+24 more

Aviron Interactiveavironactive.comin𝕏Feb 2022 · $18.5M

Aviron manufactures interactive fitness equipment including rowing machines, exercise bikes, and treadmills that incorporate game elements and streaming entertainment to motivate workouts.

ConsumerGamingHardwareWellness & FitnessToronto, CA

Andy Hoang(Founder)in

Co-investorsBehind Genius VenturesBrighter CapitalRebel FundSamsung NextY CombinatorGlobal Founders Capital

Backlot Carsbacklotcars.com

Backlot Cars is a wholesale vehicle marketplace that provides high-quality engine recordings with AI-generated issue detection for dealer vehicles, helping wholesale buyers source inventory across various age, condition, and price points.

AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesMobility & Transportation

Justin Davis(Founder)inFabricio SolanesinJosh ParsonsRyan Davisin

Co-investors500 GlobalChaifetz GroupKCRise FundOrigin VenturesRevolutionRoyal Street Ventures Management Company, Llc+5 more

Baltoplaybalto.com𝕏Acquired

Balto provides software that simplifies contest management by automating administrative tasks and enabling organizers to oversee large numbers of participants.

ConsumerGamingSan Francisco, US

Joel Karacozoff(Founder)inNicky Montana(Founder)inSpencer Cassidy(Founder/Head of Growth)in

Co-investorsY CombinatorCultivation CapitalSierra Ventures

Baltobalto.aiin𝕏Aug 2021 · $37.5M

Balto provides real-time AI guidance for contact center agents during calls, suggesting responses and coaching in the moment to improve sales, customer service, and collections conversations.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSales TechSt. Louis, US

Marc Bernstein(Co-founder)inChris Kontes(Co-founder)inErin Ryan(CFO)inMichael Goldstein(CTO)in

Co-investorsOCA VenturesSandalphon CapitalSierra VenturesAtreides ManagementCultivation CapitalJump Capital+1 more

Blue Apronblueapron.com

Blue Apron delivers pre-portioned ingredients and prepared meals directly to consumers, offering meal kits, heat-and-eat dishes, and microwavable meals without requiring a subscription.

Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechNew York City, US

Matthew Wadiak(Founder)in

Co-investorsBessemer Venture PartnersCarnrite VenturesGraph VenturesPeak PartnersFirst Round Capital

Bruntbruntworkwear.comin

BRUNT Workwear is a direct-to-consumer brand that designs and sells work boots and workwear apparel—including comp toe and slip-resistant boots, work pants, utility shorts, jackets, hoodies, and performance shirts—for tradesmen and jobsite workers.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Eric Girouard(Founder & CEO)

Co-investorsBaukunstSuffolk Technologies

Califia Farmscalifiafarms.comin𝕏Jan 2020 · $225M

Califia Farms produces plant-based dairy alternatives including milks, creamers, and coffee beverages made from nuts, oats, and coconut.

Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechCalifornia, US

Greg Steltenpohl

Co-investorsClaridgeQatar Investment AuthorityTemasek

Caronsalecaronsale.comin

CarOnSale operates a B2B online marketplace and auction platform for used-car trading, connecting licensed dealer groups, OEMs, and fleets (sellers) with professional car dealers (buyers) across Europe.

AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesMobility & Transportation

Tom Krüger(Founder)in

Co-investorsBootstrap EuropeInsight PartnersNorthzone

Chaos Searchchaossearch.ioin𝕏Dec 2020

ChaosSearch is a data platform that indexes and analyzes large-scale data using a novel compression-optimized format designed for cloud object storage.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareBoston, US

Thomas Hazel(Director)inEd Walsh(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardLes Yetton(Director)inRudina Seseri(Director)inDavid Baum(Director)inGraham Brooks(Director)in

Co-investors.406 VenturesStage 1 VenturesGlasswing Ventures

Chaptergetchapter.cominApr 2026 · $100M

Chapter provides Medicare plan comparison and advisory services to help seniors choose the best health insurance coverage.

HealthtechInsurTechSaaS

Noah Wilsonin

Co-investorsCore Venture CapitalMaverick VenturesXYZ Venture Capital8VCAdditionFifth Down Capital+3 more

Chapteraskchapter.orgin

Chapter helps American seniors navigate and select Medicare plans by comparing options nationwide and recommending personalized coverage.

Digital HealthFintechHealthtechInsurTech

Noah WilsoninToni Aldridge

Co-investorsFifth Down CapitalHealth2047 Capital Partners LLCMaverick VenturesMorrison Seger Venture Capital PartnersNarya CapitalXYZ Venture Capital+5 more

Chapter.runchapter.showin𝕏Apr 2026 · $100M

Chapter provides lead intelligence for B2B software companies by scanning the internet in real-time to identify relevant prospects based on immediacy and buying intent, serving developer tool vendors seeking high-quality sales outreach.

AI & Machine LearningFintechInsurTechSaaSSales TechSeattle, US

Aditya (JP) Jayaprakash(Co-Founder & CEO)Ece Kayan(Cofounder)

Co-investorsTechstars8VCAdditionCore Innovation CapitalFifth Down CapitalGeneration Investment Management+5 more

Connecteamconnecteam.comin𝕏Mar 2022 · $120M

Connecteam is an all-in-one employee management platform offering scheduling, time tracking, HR and skills tools such as training and onboarding, chat, and digital forms.

Future of WorkHR TechSaaSNew York City, US

Amir Nehemia(Founder)inYonatan Nuriel(Founder)in

Co-investorsICONYC labsInsight PartnersLiquidity CapitalLumir VenturesO.G. Venture PartnersQumra Capital+2 more

Contractscontracts.aiAug 2026 · $700M

ContractsAI structures and activates contract data beyond static storage in contract lifecycle management systems, making terms accessible for operational use across enterprise systems.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechSaaS

Jenn McCarron(Co-founder & CEO)inPhani Gunturu(Co-founder & CTO)in

Co-investorsOperator CollectiveAltimeter CapitalAndreessen HorowitzBain Capital VenturesBlackstoneGeneral Catalyst+9 more

Databricksdatabricks.comin𝕏

Databricks provides a unified platform for data engineering, analytics, and artificial intelligence, enabling organizations to build and deploy data and AI applications on cloud infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Ali Ghodsi(Co-founder & CEO)inIon Stoica(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inMatei Zaharia(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inReynold Xin(Founder)inPatrick Wendell(Founder)inAndy Konwinski(Founder)in

Co-investors137 VenturesA.Capital VenturesAglae VenturesAlkeon InnovationAltra VentureAmplify Partners+72 more

Dataikudataiku.comin𝕏Aug 2020

Dataiku provides an enterprise platform for building, deploying, and governing AI, machine learning, LLMs, and agents across an organization's data and infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareNew York, US

Marc Batty(Dataiku Co-Founder)Florian Douetteau(Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer)inThomas Cabrol(Founder)inClément Stenac(Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer)inDaniel Sun(Executive Officer, Promoter)in

BoardMatt Turck(Director)in

Co-investorsBattery VenturesFirstMark CapitalAglae VenturesCapitalGDawn CapitalICONIQ+9 more

eMarketeremarketer.comin𝕏

eMarketer provides market research, data forecasts, and consumer behavior insights across digital topics and markets.

AdTechData & InfrastructureMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentNew York City, US

Erewhonerewhon.comin

Erewhon is an organic grocery retailer that sources ethically-produced foods and focuses on environmental sustainability and community support in Los Angeles.

Circular EconomyConsumerE-commerceFoodTechRetail TechWellness & FitnessLos Angeles, US

Etchedetched.comin𝕏Jun 2026 · $800M

Etched designs custom inference chips, racks, and software co-designed for running frontier AI models, including large sparse mixture-of-experts models, long-context, and agentic workloads.

AI & Machine LearningHardwareSemiconductorsSan Jose, US

Gavin Uberti(Co-Founder & CEO)inRobert Wachen(Co-Founder & President)Chris Zhu(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsAntiAZURO CAPITAL VENTURESBain Capital VenturesBeyond CapitalConversion CapitalCopper Sky Capital+19 more

Fireblocksfireblocks.ioin𝕏

Fireblocks provides infrastructure for enterprises and startups to build, launch, and operate digital asset solutions.

Crypto & Web3Enterprise SoftwareFintech

Michael Shaulov(Founder & CEO)inPavel Berengoltz(Founder)inIdan Ofrat(Founder)in

Co-investorsCyberstartsAltimeter CapitalBNY MellonCanapi VenturesCapitalGGeneral Atlantic+5 more

Fireblocks surveyfireblocks.comin𝕏

Fireblocks provides infrastructure and platform services for managing digital assets and transactions, serving enterprises and startups that build and operate blockchain-based financial solutions.

Crypto & Web3Data & InfrastructureFintech

Michael Shaulov(Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder)inPavel Berengoltz(Chief Technology Officer, Co-Founder)inIdan Ofrat(Chief Product Officer, Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsCanapi VenturesCapitalGCoatue ManagementDigital Currency GroupGeneral AtlanticHaun Ventures+12 more

Flatiron Healthflatiron.comin𝕏Oct 2012Acquired

Flatiron Health combines AI-powered technology and clinical expertise with real-world oncology data to help healthcare providers and life science organizations improve cancer care and research.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureHealthtechMedical DevicesNew York, US

Nat Turner(Cofounder)inZachary Weinberg(Director, Executive Officer)Nathan Hubbard(Chief Executive Officer)inMichael Bierl(Chief Business Officer)inCal Brouilette(Chief Financial Officer)inAllison Candido(Chief Technology Officer)in

Co-investorsCarnrite VenturesFirst Round CapitalGreat Oaks Venture CapitalGV (Google Ventures)SV AngelValkyrie Ventures Management, Llc+2 more

Flockflocksafety.comin𝕏

Flock Safety provides a platform that connects neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement to share verified incident information and enable coordinated emergency response based on shared evidence.

AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareGovTechHardwareSaaSAtlanta, US

Garrett Langley(Founder/CEO)inMatt Feury(Founder/CTO)in

Co-investorsA*Andreessen HorowitzAnorak VenturesBedrockCoatue ManagementCRV (Charles River Ventures)+13 more

Footwearnewsfootwearnews.comin𝕏

Footwear News is a media publication covering the shoe and footwear industry, reporting on shoe industry news, sneaker releases, and brand developments.

Media & Entertainment

Co-investorsKindred Ventures

Fronteggfrontegg.comin𝕏Jul 2022 · $40M

Frontegg provides a low-code customer identity and access management (CIAM) platform that secures user login and authentication for SaaS applications.

CybersecurityDeveloper ToolsSaaSMountain View, US

Aviad Mizrachi(Founder)inSagi Rodin(Founder)in

Co-investorsi3 PartnersInsight PartnersGlobal Founders CapitalPitango

FullStoryfullstory.comin𝕏Jul 2021

Fullstory captures real user behavior across digital products to power behavioral analytics and AI-driven insights.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureSaaSAtlanta, US

Scott Voigt(Executive Officer, Director)inH. Bruce Johnson, Jr.(Executive Officer, Director)Joel Webber(Founder)in

BoardTed Schlein(Director)in

Co-investorsGlynn Capital ManagementKleiner PerkinsDell Technologies CapitalGV (Google Ventures)PermiraSalesforce Ventures+1 more

GoFundMegofundme.comin𝕏

GoFundMe is an online fundraising platform, launched in 2010, that lets individuals and organizations raise money and support each other.

ConsumerFintechImpact & Social GoodSocialRedwood City, US

Brad Damphousse(Co-Founder)inAndrew Ballester(Co-Founder)Tim Cadogan(Chief Executive Officer)inJuan Benitez(President)Margaret Richardson(Chief Corporate Affairs Officer)in

BoardJames Slavet(Board Member (Greylock Partners))in

Co-investorsAccelGreylock PartnersHinge CapitalICONIQNorwest Venture PartnersMeritech Capital Partners+1 more

Grubhubgrubhub.comAcquired

Chicago-based online food ordering and delivery platform, formerly NYSE-listed, now owned by Marc Lore's Wonder Group.

Matt Maloney(Founder)in

Co-investorsDag VenturesFelicis VenturesLightspeed Venture PartnersOrigin VenturesSilver Lake PartnersSpectrum Equity+1 more

GWIgwi.com

GWI provides consumer insights drawn from ongoing global surveys, offering brands and agencies data on audiences' interests, attitudes, and buying habits across 50+ markets.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureMarketing Tech

Co-investorsPermira

Harvest Hostsharvesthosts.comin𝕏Jul 2021 · $37M

Harvest Hosts operates a membership program that connects recreational vehicle owners with overnight parking at wineries, farms, breweries, museums, and other attractions across North America.

ConsumerMarketplacesTravel & HospitalityVail, US

Joel Holland(CEO)in

Hello Hearthelloheart.comin𝕏May 2022 · $70M

Hello Heart is an AI company that builds preventive heart health solutions to help people lower their cardiovascular risk.

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechMenlo Park, US

Maayan Cohen(Executive Officer, Director)inZiv Meltzer(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardCheryl Cheng(Director)Alex Morgan(Director)in

Co-investorsAAF Management Ltd.IVP (Institutional Venture Partners)Khosla VenturesMaven VenturesResolute VenturesBlueRun Ventures+1 more

Huntershunters.securityin𝕏Jan 2022 · $68M

Hunters builds a security operations platform that combines data engineering, security expertise, and automation to help security teams detect and stop attacks.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaSTel Aviv, IL

Uri May(Founder)inTomer Kazaz(Founder)inIan Forrest(CEO)in

Co-investorsBessemer Venture PartnersCisco InvestmentsYL VenturesBlumberg CapitalDTCPSnowflake Ventures+2 more

Hunters Aihunters.aiin𝕏Jan 2022 · $68M

Hunters provides an AI-powered SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platform that automates threat detection, investigation, and response for security operations teams.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise Software

Co-investorsBessemer Venture PartnersBlumberg CapitalM12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)US Venture PartnersYL VenturesCisco Investments+4 more

Hypersciencehyperscience.comin𝕏

Hyperscience builds AI-powered document processing software that automates the reading, understanding, and processing of complex data and documents at scale for enterprises and government agencies.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software

Krasimir Marinov(Founder)inAndrew Joinerin

Co-investorsAcequia Capital (AceCap)Bessemer Venture PartnersDcode CapitalEvolution VC PartnersFirstMark CapitalFlucas Ventures+4 more

Islandisland.ioin

Island provides a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) management platform for enterprises, enabling employees to securely use personal devices for work across all industries.

CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareSaaSDallas, US

Michael Fey(Founder)in

Co-investorsCanapi VenturesCoatue ManagementCyberstartsEvolution Equity PartnersG SquaredGeodesic Capital+4 more

Janejane.appinJul 2026 · $800M

Jane is cloud-based practice management software for interdisciplinary health clinics, handling online booking, charting, scheduling, invoicing, payment processing, and insurance billing.

Digital HealthHealthtechSaaS

Alison Taylor(Founder)inTrevor Johnston(Founder)in

Co-investorsJMI EquityArthur VenturesRibbit Capital

Join our portfoliomonday.comin𝕏

monday.com is a work operating system and AI platform that helps teams and organizations build custom applications, manage projects, and execute workflows across departments.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaSNew York, US

Roy Mann(Co-founder)inEran Zinman(Co-founder)in

Co-investorsCrowberry CapitalDigital HorizonEntrée CapitalF2 Venture CapitalFounders Circle CapitalSapphire Ventures+1 more

Just Saladjustsalad.comin𝕏Jan 2026 · $200M

Just Salad operates a restaurant chain offering fresh salads, bowls, wraps, soups, and smoothies with an emphasis on healthy, affordable, and climate-conscious dining.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechNew York, US

Nicholas Kenner(Member of Board of Managers)Robert Crespi(Member of Board of Managers)

BoardPeggy Cherng(Member of Board of Managers)Neil Crespi(Member of Board of Managers)David Landsberg(Member of Board of Managers)

Co-investorsClosed Loop PartnersNeuberger BermanWellington Management

KHAITEkhaite.com

KHAITE is a luxury fashion brand that designs and sells clothing and accessories, including ready-to-wear apparel.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceNew York, US

Catherine Holstein(Creative Director)in

Kosaskosas.com

Kosas develops clean cosmetics that combine makeup and skincare, offering products such as cream cheek and lip color and complexion items with a shade-matching quiz for consumers.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceLos Angeles, US

Sheena Yaitanes(Executive Officer, Director)

Co-investorsAble PartnersBeechwood CapitalBeliadeImaginary Venture CapitalTq Ventures Llc

Levainlevainbakery.cominAug 2018

Levain Bakery is a New York bakery known for large chocolate chip cookies, and sells cookies and gifts including a Levain for Crate & Barrel collaboration collection.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechNew York, US

Constance McDonald("Manager of the Issuer (""Manager"")")Pamela Weekes("Manager of the Issuer (""Manager"")")inPamConnieAndy Taylor("Chief Executive Officer of the Issuer (""CEO"")")in

Lithiclithic.comin𝕏

Lithic provides a modular card issuing and processing platform that enables companies to build and manage payment programs.

Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Bo Jiang(Founder)inDavid Nichols(Founder)in

Co-investorsBessemer Venture PartnersCommerce VenturesIndex VenturesTeamworthy VenturesRainfall VenturesTusk Venture Partners+1 more

Memfaultmemfault.comin𝕏Acquired

Memfault provides an embedded observability platform for teams building IoT and edge devices, offering crash reporting, cloud-based software delivery, and performance monitoring.

Cloud ComputingData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareHardwareIoTSaaSSan Francisco, US

François Baldassari(Founder)inChristopher Coleman(Founder)inTyler Hoffman(Founder)in

Co-investorsUncork CapitalY CombinatorPartech VenturesS28 Capital

Mondaymonday.vcin𝕏

Getro builds software that helps organizations tap their networks to make referrals and introductions, aimed at venture capital funds, chambers of commerce, and universities managing large communities.

AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkHR TechSaaS

Co-investorsInsight PartnersMatchstick VenturesSalesforce VenturesVerissimo Ventures

MyWebGrocermi9retail.comin

Mi9 Retail provides enterprise software for retailers, wholesalers, and brands that combines product planning, inventory management, customer engagement, and point-of-purchase capabilities.

Cloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareRetail Tech

Co-investorsGolub GrowthHGGC

Onon.comin𝕏

On is a sportswear brand that sells running shoes and performance apparel for men and women.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerSports Tech

On Runningon-running.comin𝕏

ON Running designs and manufactures running shoes and athletic footwear informed by athlete feedback and Swiss engineering principles.

Advanced ManufacturingConsumerSports Tech

Openaiopenai.comin𝕏

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company focused on developing artificial general intelligence (AGI) with emphasis on safety and beneficial outcomes for humanity.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US

Sam Altman(Co-founder & CEO)Elon Musk(Co-founder & former Co-chair / board member)inGreg Brockman(Co-founder & President)inIlya Sutskever(Co-founder & Chief Scientist)inWojciech Zaremba(Co-founder)inJohn Schulman(Co-founder (departed 2024))

Co-investors7BC Venture CapitalA-Rod CorpA.Capital VenturesA'Z AngelsAdvent InternationalAlpha Wave Global+70 more

Oysteroysterhr.comin𝕏

Oyster is an employer of record (EOR) platform that lets companies hire, pay, and manage full-time employees and contractors in over 180 countries without setting up local entities, handling compliant onboarding, contracts, payroll, and benefits.

Future of WorkHR TechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Ally Fekaiki(CEO and Founder)Tony Jamous(Executive Chairman)inJack Mardack(Founder)inHadi Moussa(CEO)in

Co-investorsAcadian Ventures Management, LlcAtento CapitalAvid VenturesEmergence Capital PartnersG2 Venture PartnersGusto

Paradoxparadox.aiin𝕏Dec 2021 · $200MAcquired

Paradox is an AI-powered recruiting assistant that automates hiring tasks and enhances the candidate experience across the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and application through scheduling and feedback collection.

AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaSScottsdale, US

Aaron Matos(Executive Officer, Director)Adam Godsonin

BoardCHRISTOPHER S. GAFFNEY(Director)JOHN G. HAYES(Director)

Co-investorsBrighton Park CapitalFusion VCGeodesic CapitalPerot JainSapphire VenturesBlue Cloud Ventures+4 more

Pleopleo.ioin𝕏Dec 2021

Pleo provides smart company cards with individual spending limits and automated expense management, giving admins a real-time overview of purchases and tools to flag or freeze cards.

Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS

Jeppe Rindom(Co-founder & CEO)inNiccolo Perra(Co-founder)in

Co-investorsAlkeon InnovationCoatue ManagementIsomer CapitalKinnevikAlkeon CapitalBain Capital Ventures+4 more

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

A24 FilmsAvironBagelsBoulderCognitionCollectorsCrusoeCypressDr. Barbara SturmEmotiveEquipFabricFlexJacques Marie MageKatalystKetraLa La LandLegionListMìLàNomadNovoOrcaParadeRampRapidSandataSnoozeSpiffSPINSTebra

Rows marked “SEC filing” are inferred from directors named on the company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.

Exits · 15

4 IPOs · 11 acquisitions · showing 9

ReformationNYSE: REFTurtle BeachNASDAQ: TBCHUpwork (formerly oDesk)NASDAQ: UPWKDr. Barbara Sturmacq. by PuigEmotiveacq. by PrivyKetraacq. by Lutron ElectronicsRapidacq. by NokiaSandataacq. by HHAeXchangeSpiffacq. by Salesforce

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Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 2

as of Jun 2025
FundVintageCommittedNet IRRTVPIDPI
Stripes IVLPs: Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System201727.0%2.81x1.13x
Stripes IIILPs: Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System201516.0%2.36x1.48x

Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Stripes made?
Stripes has 115 tracked investments, 15 of which have exited, including 11 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does Stripes invest at?
Stripes invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
What sectors does Stripes focus on?
Stripes focuses on Consumer, E-commerce, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
Where is Stripes located?
Stripes is headquartered in New York, US.
Does Stripes lead rounds?
Yes, Stripes leads investment rounds.
Who does Stripes co-invest with?
Stripes most often shares deals with Insight Partners, Coatue Management, Kleiner Perkins, among 284 tracked co-investors.
What size deals does Stripes back?
Across 10 deals with disclosed amounts, Stripes has joined rounds of $37M – $800M (median $85M).

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