About USC Incubator
USC Incubator is an accelerator and incubator program based in Los Angeles, United States. With a presence in 1 country, it has supported around 18 startups in sectors like Consumer, Food and Agriculture Tech. As of Jul 2026, USC Incubator has witnessed 1 portfolio exit. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include Frenzy, Mira and Ootify. The program primarily supports startups based in United States.
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USC Incubator's List of Top Investments
USC Incubator has a portfolio of 18 companies. Their most notable investments include Frenzy and Mira.Their portfolio spans across and United States. They have invested in Consumer, Food and Agriculture Tech, Retail and 10 other sectors. Here is the list of top investments by USC Incubator:
1. Frenzy
AI-powered Shopify merchandising for personalized site search, recommendations, and collections. This is a next-generation personalization technology designed to boost revenue for Shopify stores. It leverages artificial intelligence to analyze customer behavior and intent, providing personalized product results throughout the customer journey. The platform offers AI-driven site search that prioritizes products most likely to sell, moving beyond simple keyword matching. AI recommendations provide perfect product matches based on real-time affinities and tastes, not just purchase history. The no-code Shopify app allows seamless integration and customization to match any Shopify theme. Transform collection pages into dynamic storefronts with personalized offerings for every customer. This is a SaaS platform designed to maximize revenue, conversion rates, and average order value.
Key facts about Frenzy
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $150K
- Employee Count: 7 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Amino Capital, XRC Ventures and 6 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, 2018, $*****

2. Mira
Mira provides a smartphone-based augmented reality headset. Prism is an AR headset powered by a smartphone. Users can open the Mira app on their smartphone, slide it into the Prism headset and interact with holographic images overlaid on the view of the real world. It supports iPhone 6, 6S & 7. Claims that Prism will ship with a suite of solo and collaborative holographic experiences along with a remote that tracks acceleration and rotation as well as a touchpad, trigger, and two buttons.
Key facts about Mira
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Stage: Acqui-Hired
- Total Funding till date: $28.1M
- Employee Count: 13 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: MaC Venture Capital, Founders Fund and 21 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Aug 05, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Ootify
AI-powered mental health platform providing personalized, evidence-based care. This digital companion offers resources to navigate mental health, utilizing data-driven matching and interactive gamification. It provides access to multiple evidence-based solutions, ensuring a delightful experience. The platform uses AI architecture and personalized matching to simplify finding mental health interventions. Features include in-app mental health assessments, a daily mood tracker, and tailored resources. It is a centralized mental health hub, offering comprehensive care through a holistic approach. The AI-driven recommendation engine and accountability tools ensure a guided journey towards mental health goals. It offers on-demand, personalized support for students, high-quality virtual support for employees, and clinical support for patients. The platform leverages research and a scientific advisory board to advance mental health solutions.
Key facts about Ootify
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Annual Revenue: $0 - $1M as on Dec 31, 2021
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $215K
- Employee Count: 12 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Stone Mountain Ventures, iBOS Ventures and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Apr 30, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
4. Desert Farms
Premium camel milk products: frozen milk, powder, hump fat, and ghee. This company specializes in providing superfoods from the desert, offering a range of camel milk products known for their health benefits. The product line includes frozen camel milk, camel milk powder, hump fat, and camel milk ghee. The company emphasizes the unique nutritional properties of camel milk, highlighting its similarity to human breast milk and its rich content of lactoferrin, immunoglobulins, proteins, potassium, fats, calcium, and vitamin B1. The company promotes its products as a less allergenic milk alternative with immune-active protective proteins, nanobodies, and antioxidants. The website offers options for one-time purchases and subscription services with convenient delivery schedules. The site includes features like account login, cart management, and country/region selection. The company also has an affiliate program and provides resources such as blogs, FAQs, and contact information. The website is equipped with e-commerce functionality, including add to cart options, customer reviews, and secure payment processing. The company uses social media platforms to promote its products and engage with customers.
Key facts about Desert Farms
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Santa Monica (United States)
- Annual Revenue: $1M - $10M as on Dec 31, 2018
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Employee Count: 18 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: United States Department of Agriculture and USC Incubator
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Jan 03, 2022, $*****
5. Commaful
Platform to create and share visual stories. The platform allows users to create and share user-submitted visual stories using images, GIFs, and short text. Allows users to self-publish short stories and original content from various genres including thrillers, romance, humour, poetry, emotions, and more. Claims that stories can be posted and shared in minutes.
Key facts about Commaful
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Menlo Park (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $55.4K
- Employee Count: 7 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Click Ventures, Slojo Investments and 9 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Dec 06, 2021, $*****
Acquired companies in USC Incubator's Portfolio
1 company from USC Incubator's portfolio has been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Mira in Jun 2023 by Apple for $*****.Here are USC Incubator's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun 07, 2023 | - | - | 6322 |