Neil Sadaranganey

Venture Investor

🔄 Updated September 2026💼 24 investments📅 20 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2025𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
Angel investor20+ investments
24
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7
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Portfolio

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Jan 2025
ElevenLabs is transforming human-technology interaction with AI research and products. ElevenAgents enables businesses to deliver seamless and intelligent customer experiences, with the integrations, testing, monitoring, and reliability necessary to deploy voice and chat agents at scale. ElevenCreative empowers creators and marketers to generate and edit speech, music, image, and video across 70+ languages. ElevenAPI gives developers access to our leading AI audio foundational models. These platforms are powered by our leading AI research. We developed the first human-like AI voice model, then expanded into dubbing, transcription, music, sound effects, and speech-to-speech. We serve millions of users and thousands of businesses from the fastest growing startups to the largest enterprises like Harvey, Deutsche Telekom and Meta.
Investor
Oct 2021
TileDB is foundational software designed by scientists for scientific discovery. TileDB structures all data types, including that data that does not fit into relational databases built for structured tabular data. Built on a powerful shape-shifting array database, TileDB handles the complexities of non-traditional “unstructured” multimodal data, such as genomic variants, bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, biomedical imaging, as well as the frontier data of the future. Used by science and data teams within big pharma and biotechs to power their multiomic FAIR data platforms, TileDB is the destination for scientific breakthroughs where frontier multimodal data is driving drug discovery.
Investor
Nov 2020
RADAR is a platform that combines RFID and computer vision to automate and augment retail store processes. Our technology offers unprecedented speed and location accuracy, which allows stores to: 1) Manage inventory efficiently, through automated inventory counts, improved in-store replenishment and instantaneous customer stock checks 2) Measure all customer-product interactions, giving physical stores the same insight into consumer behavior and product performance as online stores. 3) Eliminate checkout lines altogether through our autonomous checkout tool.
late stageRetail
Investor
Oct 2019
Zippin is the leading expert in automating physical spaces through AI and computer vision. Our checkout-free technology powers more stores in sports and entertainment than all other providers combined. Premier events such as the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, NBA and MLB All-Star Games, and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour have taken place at Zippin-powered sports venues. Zippin is consistently first to market with new checkout-free concepts such as Zippin Walk-Up, Zippin Lane, and Zippin Walk-Up Outdoor. We have the most flexible platform available, supporting multiple payment gateways, campus cards, mobile wallets, loyalty programs, and more. Our API framework lets retailers and partners extend our platform’s capabilities with unique experiences like self-serve draft beer. We help retailers reimagine their shopper experience by removing the friction of in-store shopping. We eliminate the checkout to give shoppers their time back and help retailers run their stores more efficiently with less demand for labor resources. Zippin is NOT self-checkout. Shoppers simply enter the store by swiping or tapping a credit card, take what they want, and zip out*. There’s no line, no kiosk, and no mobile app required. We are regularly recognized for our contributions, nominated in 2023 by Sports Business Journal for Venue Operations Tech of the Year and Tech Executive of the Year, recognized as an IDC Innovator for Computer Vision Automated Checkout, and winning SBJ’s 2022 Best Innovation award.
Investor
Sep 2019
Wasabi is on a mission to store all the world’s data by making data storage simple, affordable, predictable, and secure. If you have data to store, whether it’s backups, medical images, surveillance videos, financial data, multimedia, or scientific data, our pledge is to always be the cheapest, fastest, most secure and reliable cloud storage in the world. It’s all we do, and we do it better than anyone.
Investor
Mar 2019
Validic is the healthcare industry’s premier technology platform for convenient, easy access to digital health data from best-in-class clinical and remote-monitoring devices, sensors, fitness equipment, wearables and patient wellness applications. Validic’s mission is to improve the quality of human life by building technology that makes personal data actionable. Mobile health technologies are reshaping patient engagement and population management opportunities for healthcare companies. Validic is powering this ecosystem to allow for the accelerated deployment of healthcare companies​ strategic initiatives. Validics clients reach over 223 million people in 52 countries and include health systems and providers, payers, wellness companies, pharma, health IT companies, as well as app and device manufacturers. Validic connects to over 400 in-home clinical and mobile health devices and applications. Please visit the careers page to learn about Validics job opportunities and the requirements for these positions: http://www.validic.com/careers
Investor
Jan 2019
We are an early stage start-up and a pioneer of an advanced wireless technology and collaborative network designed specifically for the Industrial IoT and the logistics market. Shoof connects and transports data from assets to the cloud in a reliable, secure, scalable and low-cost manner. Building upon advanced wireless technology with edge distributed intelligence, the Shoof solution combines the lowest infrastructure cost and a simple subscription business model.
Board Member
Dec 2018
We invest in venture capital funds, not companies. Formed as an independent corporation in 2008, Alberta Enterprise is a key component of the Government of Alberta’s goal of building a more sustainable, diversified technology industry in Alberta, one where home-grown innovation is encouraged and technology entrepreneurs have greater access to venture capital. Our mission is to promote the development of Alberta’s venture capital (VC) industry. We achieve this by investing in VC funds that finance early stage technology companies and that have a commitment to Alberta – including a full-time presence in the province. We also support Alberta’s VC ecosystem by connecting investors, entrepreneurs, and experienced technology veterans who share our passion for building a bright, innovative Alberta. In the long term, our activities will help Alberta claim a larger share of the venture capital invested in Canada. We anticipate venture funds will be more active in pursuing investments here with local lead investors and in looking at Alberta-based companies and technologies. Alberta’s investment community will also be better networked within Alberta, across Canada and internationally. - See more at: http://www.alberta-enterprise.ca/?page_id=13#sthash.vW9BIrL1.dpuf
Investor
Jun 2017
The Auth0 Platform takes a modern approach to Identity and enables organizations to provide secure access to any application, for any user. Auth0 is a highly customizable platform that is as simple as development teams want, and as flexible as they need. Safeguarding billions of login transactions each month, Auth0 delivers convenience, privacy, and security so customers can focus on innovation. Auth0 is part of Okta, Inc.
Investor
Apr 2015
The world’s most engaging customer communities are powered by Influitive. Our easy-to-use platform combines industry-leading customer advocacy tools, expert services, and training with intelligent automation, gamification, and personalization features that drive extreme engagement and customer growth at scale—while minimizing administrative effort and time to value. Customer advocates create and share enriching content that sparks peer-to-peer interactions, leading to authentic, positive customer experiences and greater levels of advocacy. Influitive works with customer-driven digital businesses, including nine of the top ten largest global software companies. Leading brands such as Cisco, Adobe, ADP, and IBM trust Influitive to help foster collaboration, build trust, and deepen relationships with customers for top-line growth and bottom-line profits.
Investor
Dec 2014
Founded in June of 2012, Coinbase is a digital currency wallet and platform where merchants and consumers can transact with new digital currencies like bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin. Our vision is to bring more innovation, efficiency, and equality of opportunity to the world by building an open financial system. Our first step on that journey is making digital currency accessible and approachable for everyone. Two principles guide our efforts. First, be the most trusted company in our domain. Second, create user-focused products that are easier and more intuitive to use.
Investor
Dec 2011
Couchbases operational data platform for AI is a scalable foundation for enterprise operational, analytical, mobile and AI workloads that replaces legacy infrastructure and data services. Please be advised that Couchbase will never ask for personal information or any financial commitment from a candidate as a pre-employment requirement. All legitimate Couchbase communication regarding our recruitment processes comes from email addresses ending with @couchbase.com or through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn. To avoid any potential fraudulent activity, we’re requesting that all Couchbase applicants apply through our official Careers page at https://www.couchbase.com/careers/
Investor
Mar 2009
Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and the world’s leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems. We are advancing a sustainable future for all!
Board Member
2008
HipLogic has developed a next generation mobile content delivery platform that activates the idle screen. The platform offers device manufacturers and network operators innovative UI design, while providing a zero-click distance to end users for access and promotion of mobile services. HipLogic has strategic partnerships with premium media and content providers, creating a rich turnkey consumer experience. HipLogic is a private company funded by Benchmark Capital, Bay Partners, and Stage 1 Ventures.
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2025
Investor
Jan 2025
ElevenLabs is transforming human-technology interaction with AI research and products. ElevenAgents enables businesses to deliver seamless and intelligent customer experiences, with the integrations, testing, monitoring, and reliability necessary to deploy voice and chat agents at scale. ElevenCreative empowers creators and marketers to generate and edit speech, music, image, and video across 70+ languages. ElevenAPI gives developers access to our leading AI audio foundational models. These platforms are powered by our leading AI research. We developed the first human-like AI voice model, then expanded into dubbing, transcription, music, sound effects, and speech-to-speech. We serve millions of users and thousands of businesses from the fastest growing startups to the largest enterprises like Harvey, Deutsche Telekom and Meta.
2023
Investor
Jun 2023
Alation is the leading agentic data intelligence platform. We empower people and AI agents with trusted data and knowledge required to deliver business outcomes. Global enterprises such as Cisco, DocuSign, and Nasdaq, and 40% of the Fortune 100, rely on Alation to govern and scale their AI initiatives. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Alation has been recognized five times by Inc. Magazine as one of the Best Workplaces. To learn more, visit www.alation.com.
2021
Investor
Oct 2021
TileDB is foundational software designed by scientists for scientific discovery. TileDB structures all data types, including that data that does not fit into relational databases built for structured tabular data. Built on a powerful shape-shifting array database, TileDB handles the complexities of non-traditional “unstructured” multimodal data, such as genomic variants, bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, biomedical imaging, as well as the frontier data of the future. Used by science and data teams within big pharma and biotechs to power their multiomic FAIR data platforms, TileDB is the destination for scientific breakthroughs where frontier multimodal data is driving drug discovery.
2020
Investor
Nov 2020
RADAR is a platform that combines RFID and computer vision to automate and augment retail store processes. Our technology offers unprecedented speed and location accuracy, which allows stores to: 1) Manage inventory efficiently, through automated inventory counts, improved in-store replenishment and instantaneous customer stock checks 2) Measure all customer-product interactions, giving physical stores the same insight into consumer behavior and product performance as online stores. 3) Eliminate checkout lines altogether through our autonomous checkout tool.
late stageRetail
2019
Investor
Oct 2019
Zippin is the leading expert in automating physical spaces through AI and computer vision. Our checkout-free technology powers more stores in sports and entertainment than all other providers combined. Premier events such as the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, NBA and MLB All-Star Games, and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour have taken place at Zippin-powered sports venues. Zippin is consistently first to market with new checkout-free concepts such as Zippin Walk-Up, Zippin Lane, and Zippin Walk-Up Outdoor. We have the most flexible platform available, supporting multiple payment gateways, campus cards, mobile wallets, loyalty programs, and more. Our API framework lets retailers and partners extend our platform’s capabilities with unique experiences like self-serve draft beer. We help retailers reimagine their shopper experience by removing the friction of in-store shopping. We eliminate the checkout to give shoppers their time back and help retailers run their stores more efficiently with less demand for labor resources. Zippin is NOT self-checkout. Shoppers simply enter the store by swiping or tapping a credit card, take what they want, and zip out*. There’s no line, no kiosk, and no mobile app required. We are regularly recognized for our contributions, nominated in 2023 by Sports Business Journal for Venue Operations Tech of the Year and Tech Executive of the Year, recognized as an IDC Innovator for Computer Vision Automated Checkout, and winning SBJ’s 2022 Best Innovation award.
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