About Karlin Ventures
Karlin Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2012. It is primarily based out of Los Angeles, United States. As of Feb 2020, Karlin Ventures has invested in 38 companies. It primarily invests in Seed round in United States based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Enterprise Applications to Retail and Consumer. Most recently it participated in the $***** Series B round of ShipHawk Overall, Karlin Ventures portfolio has seen 1 IPO and 19 acquisitions including key companies like FIGS, Bridg and Pathmatics. A lot of funds co-invest with Karlin Ventures, with names like Double M Partners sharing a substantial percentage of its portfolio. Karlin Ventures has team of 2 people.Key Metrics
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Portfolio Sectors
Portfolio Locations
Rounds of Entry
Seed, Series A & 1 more
Portfolio IPOs
Portfolio Acquisitions
Portfolio Soonicorns
Karlin Ventures' List of Top Investments
Karlin Ventures has a portfolio of 38 companies. Their most notable investments are in Jukin Media and CirroSecure.Their portfolio spans across and United States. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, Retail, Consumer and 19 other sectors, across stages such as Seed, Series A and 1 more. Here is the list of top investments by Karlin Ventures:1. CREXI
CREXI offers an online listing platform for buyers, brokers and owners to list and search for commercial properties in the United States. Besides listing and searching for properties, CREXi also allows users to view due diligence documents, schedule in-person tours, see analytic around their listings and make offers. Crexi also provides listing management tools to owners and brokers where the users can communicate with the clients using the platform, generate reports, provides data and sales analytic tools, dashboard to track deal progress, collect LOI online, hold auction to get the best offer, & even provides a secure data vault to collect underwriting and due diligence reports.
Key facts about CREXI
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $45.3M
- Employee Count: 165 as on Dec 31, 2022
- Investors: Industry Ventures, Raptor Group and 25 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jan 25, 2020, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Financial solutions for complex needs, empowering independence and protecting finances. The company provides financial tools and services designed to support vulnerable individuals and their caregivers. It offers a Visa prepaid card with customizable spending rules, real-time alerts, and transaction tracking to help protect against fraud and financial abuse. The platform caters to families, professional fiduciaries, representative payees, care agencies, and non-profit trustees. It aims to simplify financial management, promote independence, and provide peace of mind. The company also offers investment management and trust administration services through its advisory arm. It is a financial technology company that partners with banks to provide FDIC-insured banking services. The company focuses on serving elders, people with disabilities, and those in recovery, offering solutions for spending monitoring, pharmacy, groceries, and access to cash. It is a mission-driven company with values centered on humility, inclusion, caring, ambition, and excellence.
Key facts about True Link Financial
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Annual Revenue: £7.37K as on Dec 31, 2023
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $51.2M
- Employee Count: 88 as on Dec 31, 2022
- Investors: Nest, Nelstone Ventures and 26 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jul 28, 2020, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. TetraScience
Provider of a cloud-based data platform for life science industry. It provides a platform that automatically gathers scientific data from lab equipment, gets data ready for analysis and display, and re-engineers raw or primary data into harmonised data.
Key facts about TetraScience
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Boston (United States)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $99.1M
- Employee Count: 168 as on Jul 01, 2024
- Investors: Insight Partners, TriplePoint Capital and 19 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Apr 15, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
4. FIGS
Internet-first brand of medical apparel. Its product range includes scrub tops, scrub pants, lab coats, underscrubs, and outerwear, and other accessories. The company claims the apparel is anti-microbial, wrinkle-resistant, stain repellent, lint-free, and has four-way stretch properties.
Key facts about FIGS
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Annual Revenue: $556M as on Dec 31, 2024
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $75M
- Employee Count: 267 as on Jul 01, 2024
- Investors: G Squared, Lead Edge Capital and 26 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jan 23, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Public
AI-powered roadside assistance platform redefining vehicle assistance and logistics. The company offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based services, including roadside assistance, specialized vehicle support, accident management, and catastrophe event logistics. They provide solutions for insurance, automotive, logistics, collision repair, fleet management, and membership programs. The platform features intuitive interfaces, advanced data analytics, and seamless integrations. Their services include real-time management portals, intelligent dispatch algorithms, and digital reimbursement solutions. They focus on customer satisfaction, aiming to provide prompt, efficient, and reliable assistance. The company leverages technology to optimize costs, drive customer loyalty, and prevent fraud. They offer various service levels, from core roadside assistance to customized enterprise solutions. The platform supports roadside assistance for motorcycles, EVs, and RVs, utilizing digital pathways and automation for vehicle release. They provide efficient towing solutions for bulk vehicle movements and real-time vehicle logistics during disaster recovery. The company's platform is designed to be transparent, flexible, and fully customizable, offering white-labeled digital interfaces for quick customer reimbursements.
Key facts about HONK Technologies
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $32.9M
- Employee Count: 121 as on Dec 31, 2022
- Investors: Akkadian Ventures, Western Technology Investment and 24 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jun 26, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Karlin Ventures' Investments by Stage
Karlin Ventures has made 14 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $2.19M, 9 investments in Series A stage with an average round size of $4.92M and 2 investments in Series B stage with an average round size of $7.25M.Stage of entry | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Seed | 14 |
Series A | 9 |
Series B | 2 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Karlin Ventures' Investments by Sector
Karlin Ventures has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Enterprise Applications, Consumer, Retail, Vertical SaaS and Consumer Goods. Notably, it has invested in 35 Tech companies, 27 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 23 Software companies and at least 17 companies focusing on Saas.Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Enterprise Applications | 15 |
Consumer | 8 |
Retail | 6 |
Vertical SaaS | 4 |
Consumer Goods | 3 |
Others | 26 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Karlin Ventures' Investments by Geography
Karlin Ventures has made most investments in United States (25).Karlin Ventures' recent investments
Karlin Ventures has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by Karlin Ventures:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
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Feb 25, 2020 | United States | Series B | 8458 | [+1] | |
May 24, 2017 | United States | Series C | 1750 | [+6] | |
Mar 07, 2016 | United States | Series B | 1787 | [+4] | |
Mar 02, 2016 | United States | Series A | 9287 | [+5] | |
Feb 25, 2016 | United States | Seed | 7409 | [+4] |
IPOs and Publicly Listed companies in Karlin Ventures' Portfolio
1 of Karlin Ventures' portfolio company became public - FIGS. It got listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), in May 2021 at marketcap of $3.52BHere are Karlin Ventures' portfolio companies that went public:
Company | IPO Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
May 27, 2021 | Jun 21, 2013 | Seed | 4040 |
Acquired companies in Karlin Ventures' Portfolio
19 companies from Karlin Ventures' portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was HelloTech in Jun 2024 by Door for $*****.Here are Karlin Ventures' portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun 24, 2024 | - | - | 9314 | |
Apr 25, 2023 | Jun 15, 2015 | Series A | 8368 | |
Aug 12, 2021 | Oct 09, 2014 | Seed | 8301 | |
May 24, 2021 | Dec 10, 2012 | Seed | 1116 | |
Apr 13, 2021 | Apr 26, 2013 | Series A | 8164 |
Team profile of Karlin Ventures
Karlin Ventures has a team of 2 members located in United States. Karlin Ventures' team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Co-investors of Karlin Ventures
Over the past 14 years, 152 investors have co-invested in Karlin Ventures's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before Karlin Ventures: Launchpad LA, Y Combinator and 30 others have invested in rounds before Karlin Ventures. There are 3 companies where Launchpad LA has invested before Karlin Ventures and 2 companies where Y Combinator has invested before Karlin Ventures.
- Top Co-investors of Karlin Ventures: 61 investors entered a company along with Karlin Ventures. These include investors like Double M Partners (4 companies).
- Invested after Karlin Ventures: A total of 59 investors have invested in Karlin Ventures's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include Wavemaker Partners (2 companies), Jackson Square Ventures (1 company) and Industry Ventures (1 company).
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CREXi attracts $4.3 mln seed, launches commercial real estate platform - PE HubPE Hub•Feb 25, 2016•CREXI, Lerer Hippeau, Freestyle, TenOneTen and 3 others
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PolicyGenius Raises $15 Million For Its Online Price Comparison Insurance BrokerageTechCrunch+•Jan 14, 2016•Policygenius, Revolution, Karlin Ventures, Susa Ventures and 4 others
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PolicyGenius picks up a Series B led by Steve CaseThe Business Journals•Jan 14, 2016•Policygenius, Revolution, Karlin Ventures, Susa Ventures and 4 others
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BrightFunnel Raises $6M in Series A Funding |FinSMEsFinSMEs•Dec 02, 2015•BrightFunnel, Crosslink Capital, Salesforce, Karlin Ventures and 3 others
