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Accel

San Francisco · Invests in Global; North America; Europe; Asia · Website

Check size

$2M-$10M

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SeedSeries ASeries BE-commerce & MarketplacesMedia & EntertainmentB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureSecurity & CybersecurityMarketing & AdtechFintech & PaymentsLegal & RegtechRobotics & AutomationAerospace & Defense

Thesis

Partner with exceptional teams building transformative technology companies across all stages

Likely not a fit for

Hardware-heavy businesses without strong software component

How they invest

Lead or follow
Leads or follows
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

4 contacts on file

CA

Casey Aylward

Partner · Primary contact

AB

Andrew Braccia

Partner

RQ

Rafael Quintanilla

Partner

DL

Dan Levine

Partner

Portfolio

CursorEnterprise Software

Cursor is an AI-powered coding assistant designed to enhance developer productivity. It provides features such as an editor with AI-assisted coding and a command-line interface, enabling users to streamline their coding processes.

n8nEnterprise Software

n8n is a flexible AI workflow automation platform that empowers technical teams to build and implement multi-step AI agents and integrate applications with ease. It offers both self-hosted and cloud deployment options, providing users with complete ownership and control over their automation workflows.

PermitFlowEnterprise Software

PermitFlow is an AI-powered pre-construction platform designed to streamline the construction permitting process. By automating workflows and reducing administrative overhead, it enables contractors and developers to accelerate project timelines and improve profitability.

KaizenFood Beverage

Kaizen is a global leader in operational excellence and lean consulting, providing tailored solutions across various industries to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Their expertise spans consulting, training, and digital transformation, focusing on continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.

FlintEdtech

Flint offers personalized learning solutions powered by AI, designed specifically for schools. It provides tools for both teachers and students to enhance engagement and performance through customized educational experiences.

HeraConsumer Apps Social

Hera is a contemporary Seoul beauty brand focused on makeup, skincare, and fragrance, inspired by the dynamic beauty of Seoul and aimed at helping customers express their true selves.

ZedFintech Payments

Zed is a global player in the digital market, focusing on the multi-channel distribution and monetization of digital services. With a proprietary platform that encompasses billing, settlement, and real-time analytics, Zed aims to unify the digital experience and provide inclusive access to the digital age across various societies.

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RecraftMedia Entertainment

Recraft is an AI-powered design platform that enables designers, creatives, and teams to generate and edit images, vectors, and mockups using advanced AI models. With features like background removal, logo generation, and photorealistic image creation, Recraft streamlines the design process while maintaining brand consistency across various assets.

link to featured company detailMarketing Adtech

Featured connects subject matter experts with top publishers to increase their exposure and create quality, ready-to-publish content.

100MsHealthcare Digital

100ms AI builds voice-first AI agents for healthcare operations, automating high-friction workflows like scheduling, intake, benefits verification, prior authorization, and telehealth coordination. The company combines deep expertise in real-time communications with healthcare-grade AI infrastructure to help care teams scale with empathy, precision, and compliance.

1BalanceFood Beverage

1Balance is a personalized nutrition company that offers supplements and dietary products aimed at improving health. By combining traditional medicine, herbal science, and technology, the company provides tailored health solutions and a companion app to enhance users' daily health regimens.

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Accel Research Investment Thesis Accel is a global venture capital firm with 40+ years of history serving as the first partner to exceptional teams everywhere, from inception through all phases of private company development. The firm has backed some of the most iconic technology companies including Atlassian, Slack, Spotify, and Flipkart. Accel combines deep operational expertise with global reach across North America, Europe, and Asia. Portfolio Composition Accel has an extensive portfolio spanning multiple technology sectors. Notable mega exits include: Software & SaaS: Atlassian (now public, founded 2002), UiPath (automation), CrowdStrike (cybersecurity), Freshworks (CRM), Segment (CDP), Qualtrics (survey/feedback) Fintech: Fiverr (freelance platform), Swiggy (food delivery, raised $1B+), Flipkart (e-commerce), Myntra (fashion) Security: CrowdStrike, Cyera, Synthesia, Blackpoint Cyber Media & Creator: Spotify (now public), Frame.io (video review), Bumble (dating) Enterprise: 1Password (password management), Deliveroo (food delivery), Docusign, Jet.com AI & Intelligence: Recent investments in AI agents and data platforms (Anko, ASETS, Synthesia) Recent Activity Accel remains actively investing with recent focus on AI, cybersecurity, and data infrastructure. Recent Series C/B investments include Synthesia (AI video), Cyera (cloud security), Headway (mental health), and Blackpoint Cyber (incident response). Notable 2025 portfolio milestone: Amagi IPO. Team & Leadership Accel operates with a team of 81 people including 48 partners. Rafael Quintanilla is part of this partnership. The firm maintains strong co-investment relationships with leading funds including Lightspeed Venture Partners. Investment Stage & Size Accel invests from inception through later stages, with particular strength in seed-to-Series B. The breadth of their portfolio (100+ companies) suggests significant deployment with both lead and follow positions. Check sizes range from $250K seed investments to multi-million Series investments. Geographic Focus Global coverage including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with emerging market focus evident in Indian portfolio companies (Flipkart, Swiggy, Urban Company, Myntra). Sectors Technology-driven companies across software, mobile, enterprise software, fintech, design, big data, IoT, HR tech, and cybersecurity.

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