Here is the list of top startups by Cornell University Alumni
1. Lyft
Network facilitating on-demand transportation and ride scheduling services for individuals. It provides options for immediate rides, scheduled pickups, and various vehicle types. The network offers programs for business transportation needs. It also focuses on safety measures and community support initiatives.
Key facts about Lyft
- Founded Year: 2007
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $5.02B
- Investors: CapitalG, Kakao Investment and 162 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series I, Aug 06, 2018, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 88/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 1,626 Competitors
2. Workday
Developer of cloud software for human resources finance and operations. The software provides tools for managing workforce planning, payroll, financial accounting, and contract lifecycle management. The platform integrates data across business functions to assist with organizational management and administrative tasks. It includes artificial intelligence capabilities designed to automate workflows and support decision-making processes for enterprise management.
Key facts about Workday
- Founded Year: 2005
- Location: Pleasanton (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $352M
- Investors: Greylock Partners, T. Rowe Price and 12 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, May 15, 2013, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 87/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 8,034 Competitors
3. Scopely
Developer of interactive entertainment and video games across multiple platforms. The company creates, publishes, and operates immersive games. It utilizes a technology platform to support a diversified portfolio in the games industry. The company focuses on building long-lasting game experiences.
Key facts about Scopely
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Culver City (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $1.02B
- Investors: Greycroft, Revolution and 70 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series E, Oct 28, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 84/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 563 Competitors
4. Wayfair
Online retailer of multi-category home improvement products. The product catalog includes furniture, rugs, wall decor, kitchen supplies, lighting products, home appliances, textiles, bathroom fittings, cabinets, and more.
Key facts about Wayfair
- Founded Year: 2002
- Location: Boston (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $368M
- Investors: Battery Ventures, AirTree and 9 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Sep 11, 2017, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 676 Competitors
5. ModMed
Cloud-based EMR and practice management software for clinics. The company is focused on specialty-specific EHR, practice management, revenue cycle management, patient engagement, and AI-enabled documentation tools.
Key facts about ModMed
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: Boca Raton (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $329M
- Investors: Summit Partners, Pentland and 9 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, May 10, 2017, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 81/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 4,656 Competitors
