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Seed Investor
Aug 2022
OnSky Health International develops and manufactures advanced general wellness and connected-health products with the Urgency Detection & Alert Service (UDAS) aimed to revolutionize the virtual care including baby care, elderly care and home care. With headquarters in the United States, the company’s SkyPad and DreamBe solutions combine the proprietary and patent-pending Contactless Health Sensor Technology with advanced AI & Machine Learning to assist parents, health care providers and caregivers in delivering intelligent, optimized and meaningful health care to their loved ones and patients anytime and anywhere.
Seed Investor
Aug 2022
TAGS Inc generates distributed checkouts that monetize all people, places, and things - like a buy button for everywhere.
Investor
Dec 2021
Talview believes every person deserves the right to realize their full potential both academically and professionally. That’s why hundreds of thousands of recruiters and education services leaders in more than 120 countries trust Talview to reimagine, humanize, and democratize their large-scale hiring and credentialing processes.
Talview’s award-winning Talent Measurement Platform seamlessly orchestrates talent workflows for screening, interviews, assessments, and proctoring. Organizations looking to make more efficient, effective, and intelligent decisions throughout the talent lifecycle can now access a single, AI-powered platform that helps them do that. With a 360-degree view of talent potential, you can make quick, confident and bias-free decisions to provide an equal opportunity for all.
Headquartered in San Mateo, CA, Talview has offices in India and United Kingdom.
Seed Investor
Nov 2021
Son Foods is an ESG focused foodtech company. We are helping to restore precious oceanic habitats. Our technologies restore overfished areas and prevent damage to kelp forests. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment, social governance, and have a strict zero-waste policy.
Seed Investor
Nov 2021
Sempera Organics is a biotechnology company focused on wellness for humanity by unlocking the power of fungi.
We provide mushroom products for many brands in a wide variety of industries.
Investor
Aug 2021
Our company mission is To Bring Nutrition To the Mainstream with organic, plant-based functional beverages with NO DUMB STUFF. Its Pure Genius!
Investor
Jan 2020
Workstream is the leading HR, Payroll, and Hiring platform for the hourly workforce. Its smart technology streamlines HR tasks so franchise and business owners can move fast, reduce labor costs, and simplify operations—all in one place. 46 of the top 50 quick-service restaurant brands—including Burger King, Jimmy John’s, Taco Bell—rely on Workstream to hire, retain, and pay their teams. Learn more at workstream.us.
Investor & Advisory Board Member
Jan 2020
Vitabowl is an on-demand premium delivery brand that serves locally sourced, vegetarian, and delicious super food bowls with an emphasis on innovative probiotic ingredients such as kombucha dressing leveraging smart cloud kitchens for on demand delivery, catering for B2B clients, and subscription based meals.
Send us a message to learn more and what we can do for you!
Advisor & Investor
May 2018
Restaurants can accept online orders through their website, social media pages, maps and also on-site QR codes.
TorchFi's ordering platform is integrated with leading point-of-sale and delivery service providers.
Advisor & Investor
May 2018
Restaurants can accept online orders through their website, social media pages, maps and also on-site QR codes.
TorchFi's ordering platform is integrated with leading point-of-sale and delivery service providers.
Advisor & Investor
Aug 2017
Launched in 2018, kea is one of the fastest-growing companies changing the way restaurants operate. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, we are building a team that is excited about our mission: drive the world’s commerce by empowering restaurants to operate more intelligently and own their relationship with customers.
The first product in our platform, kea Voice, takes orders over the phone at a high level of efficiency and consistency so that restaurants can focus on making delicious food.
We are one unit moving at high velocity. We are compassionate and care for others. We are open and transparent. We play to win the long game. As you review our job openings, keep our core values in mind. Your uniqueness is valued and differences of opinion, background, and ability are welcomed. If you think you'd be a good fit for one of our roles at kea, please apply!
Advisor & Investor
Sep 2015
NEXT is applying data science and machine learning technology to solving the hourly labor staffing problem prevalent in restaurants, retail and hospitality.
We solve the problem of ensuring that the right number of people work the hours needed to meet forecasted levels. This critical issue is not addressed by hiring, onboarding and scheduling tools.
By driving both labor cost reduction and revenue growth, marquee brands adopting NEXT are seeing measurable profitability increases. The promising results are generating positive referrals enabling NEXT to scale rapidly across the United States.
We're earnest about listening to feedback, whether it be from users or the mountains of data that we generate and collate. We're building a people-centric personalized platform for flexible hourly work that's well suited to today's changing landscape with a growing millennial workforce, rising wages and new regulations. We're growing and we've a long way to go. Join us on our mission.
Business Partner / Investor
May 2014
alaMar Kitchen & Bar is the hottest addition to Uptown Oakland’s thriving restaurant scene. The New American seafood restaurant is a passion project of New York City transplant, Executive Chef Nelson German, who has worked at high end establishments such as Gramercy Park Hotel under the direction of internationally acclaimed Chef Yuji Wakiya. His menu boasts signature dishes such as the peel ‘n’ eat shrimp drowned in mouth watering romesco sauce accompanied by fresh grilled Firebrand bread and the Braised Angus Oxtail derived from his mother's recipe. The ever evolving menu, reflecting locally-sourced and sustainable ingredients, is made to share over conversation and laughter with friends. Indulge in our bar featuring an exquisite selection of local wines, as well as innovative beer cocktails, hand crafted mixed drinks and house made sodas.
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2025
Founder
Sep 2025
About Andys Cafe: Andys Cafe represents what Tony calls "Cafe 2.0" – an innovative approach that combines cutting-edge technology with a mission to showcase the unique strengths of the autism community, so beautifully termed the "Autistic Advantage."
The concept includes:
• Advanced in-house roasting technology and robotic arms capable of producing 120 cups of premium coffee per hour
• Direct sourcing from an extended family farm in Vietnam, ensuring both quality and cost advantages
• A culinary team with over 40 years of combined experience in coffee and beverage development
• A diverse menu featuring over 20 distinct types of teas and coffees
• Access to over 3,000 convenience stores nationwide
Thoughtfully designed spaces that optimize accessibility and support employee success. Training programs that help employees apply their skills to daily life beyond the workplace. Beyond the impressive business model, what makes Andys Cafe truly special is its origin story.
When Tonys son Andy was diagnosed with autism at age 2.5, Tony and his wife found themselves navigating unfamiliar territory with countless questions about Andys future. Under guidance from doctors at Stanford, they committed to equipping Andy with the tools and support hed need to thrive.
Now twelve years old, Andy is making remarkable progress, speaking in multiple-word sentences, and demonstrating extraordinary skills with puzzles. Through this personal journey and connecting with other parents at Andys school, Tony recognized the need for greater support systems, particularly in the Asian community, where mental health discussions have traditionally been limited. He also saw the need for providing opportunities to the autistic community when he read a report that 85% of adults with ASD with a college degree are unemployed.
Andy’s Cafe represents Tonys commitment to changing that narrative while creating sustainable opportunities for the autism community.
Board Member
Feb 2025
Parents Helping Parents believes that youth and adults with disabilities, chronic illness, mental health conditions, and other challenges, deserve a life of possibilities and promise. Daily we listen to their parents, who often feel hopeless and alone. Our staff, who are also parents and family members, listen with empathy and provide knowledge about systems of care, education supports, and connect these parents to a community of caring. Because we empower parents to secure needed supports and services, their children have hope, see opportunities, and a brighter future. #phpbuildingbrightfutures #phpsanjose
2022
Seed Investor
Aug 2022
OnSky Health International develops and manufactures advanced general wellness and connected-health products with the Urgency Detection & Alert Service (UDAS) aimed to revolutionize the virtual care including baby care, elderly care and home care. With headquarters in the United States, the company’s SkyPad and DreamBe solutions combine the proprietary and patent-pending Contactless Health Sensor Technology with advanced AI & Machine Learning to assist parents, health care providers and caregivers in delivering intelligent, optimized and meaningful health care to their loved ones and patients anytime and anywhere.
SV2 Partner
Aug 2022
SV2 is a learning community of innovative givers committed to accelerating equity in the Bay Area through grantmaking and impact investing. For over 25 years, SV2 has been a trusted social innovation leader for shared learning and action.
Our mission is to unleash the resources and talents of the Bay Area community to achieve meaningful social impact.
Grantmaking
We take a trust-based philanthropy approach to grantmaking, supporting mission-driven nonprofits in the Bay Area with unrestricted multi-year grants and Beyond the Dollars support. We focus on funding organizations with diverse teams representative of the communities they serve. We also invite current and alumni Grantees to participate in Grant Round funding decisions – this participatory approach helps us all learn from their expertise and lived experiences.
Impact Investing
SV2 makes investments in early-stage companies with social or environmental impact at the core of their business model. We are especially focused on allocating capital to founders from underrepresented backgrounds – a big part of our value add is investing in talented founders who have historically been overlooked by venture funding. SV2 looks for three types of return: social or environmental impact, financial return, and “return on learning” – our Partners learn by doing, as they hear pitches, conduct diligence, and allocate SV2’s pooled capital.
Immersive Learning
We aim to activate and engage givers in their learning journeys, offering content that will help Partners grow in both their practices and their values as givers. Our “SV2 Essentials” curriculum offers workshops and learning experiences focused on grantmaking, impact investing, and equity work. Structures range from 90-minute workshops to multi-session cohort experiences to immersive multi-day trips, allowing for a spectrum of engagement.
For more, see SV2’s latest Impact Report found at www.sv2.org
Seed Investor
Aug 2022
TAGS Inc generates distributed checkouts that monetize all people, places, and things - like a buy button for everywhere.
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