Marketplace Capital
Location on request · Invests in US; Europe; Asia · Website
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Marketplaces are the quintessential internet business model, creating the largest venture outcomes when they work. We believe marketplaces represent the winning business model across virtually every sector. When marketplaces unlock entirely new supply or enable connections that couldn't previously exist, they create enormous value. Our community of 2,800+ marketplace founders, combined with our operating expertise, positions us uniquely to spot breakout marketplaces early and help them scale.
Likely not a fit for
Non-marketplace businesses; founders without marketplace insight; ideas without validation; overhyped metrics; performance-marketing-dependent models without network effects
How they invest
- Lead or follow
- Usually follows
- Typical decision
- ~2 weeks
- Warm intro
- Preferred
- Involvement
- Advisor
- Fund status
- Actively deploying
- Decision process
- Solo GP
Partners & team
2 contacts on file
m•••@ob•••.com
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Outdoorsy is a peer-to-peer marketplace that connects RV owners with renters, allowing people to access a wide range of RVs for outdoor adventures. The platform also offers insurance solutions for RV rentals and operates campgrounds and glamping sites.
SeatGeek is a ticketing platform that connects fans with sports games, concerts, and live shows, allowing them to easily find and purchase tickets. The platform offers a wide range of events, including major sports leagues like the NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL, as well as concerts and Broadway shows.
Bridebook is a free online wedding planning platform that helps couples plan their weddings by providing tools such as budget management, checklists, venue and supplier searches, and guest list management.
Microacquire is a marketplace for buying and selling profitable online businesses, specializing in SaaS, ecommerce, agencies, content, newsletters, mobile apps, and crypto businesses.
Palmstreet is a live shopping platform that specializes in plants, handmade goods, and vintage items. It features live sales and streams, offering special promotions and significant deals during events like Cyber Monday.
Berry Street is a platform focused on providing personalized nutrition and wellness solutions. It offers tailored support for various health concerns, including weight management, gut health, and mental well-being.
Solace provides an event-driven integration platform designed to facilitate real-time data movement across various applications and systems. Their solutions leverage Agentic AI to create, manage, and deploy agentic solutions, enabling businesses to streamline their operations and enhance data accessibility.
Toothio is an on-demand dental staffing platform that connects dental practices with qualified professionals, offering flexible staffing solutions for temporary and permanent positions. With a focus on efficiency and quality, Toothio utilizes a proprietary matching algorithm to ensure that practices can fill shifts quickly with vetted dental professionals.
TeachMe.To is a platform that connects learners with local instructors for in-person lessons in various fields including sports, music, and art. With a focus on enhancing the learning experience through technology, the company facilitates over 200 lessons daily across major cities in the United States, allowing instructors to monetize their expertise while providing personalized coaching.
Leland is a comprehensive search directory platform that helps users find resources across multiple industries and topics, including travel, finance, education, and healthcare. The platform provides tools and guides to assist users in making informed decisions based on their specific needs.
Bumo is an AI-powered family assistant that simplifies child care by providing flexible, affordable, and accessible options for families. It connects parents with vetted child care providers and offers tools to manage schedules and enrollment.
Recent activity
- Jan 2026
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- Aug 2024
TeachMe.To
Seed · Co-Investor
- Jul 2024
Toothio
Seed · Co-Investor
- Jun 2024
Berry Street
Seed · Co-Investor
- Jun 2024
Solace
Seed · Co-Investor
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