Inclusive Ventures Lab is an accelerator focused on companies founded for multicultural and women-led startups. The Lab building a community of technology-enabled startups and early-stage technology led by multicultural and women entrepreneurs. It provides early-stage companies with a wide range of benefits, including an equity investment from Morgan Stanley. Multicultural Innovation Lab also provides curriculum customized for each startup including branding & marketing, sales & finance & strategy, and provide sessions with industry experts. it also brings other elements to help the entrepreneurs scale and grow their companies. The Lab's goal is to provide these founders with additional contributions toward their future success by leveraging their resources, expertise, and expansive & global networks that will attract the capital needed to scale and grow.

Inclusive Ventures Lab

Plug and Play is a seed and early-stage investor focused on great teams leading emerging growth companies.  Plug and Play runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs twice a year, that acts as a platform for major corporations and high quality startups to connect and collaborate.  Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Plug and Play participates in Seed, Angel and Series A funding where they often co-invest with their strategic partners. Through years of experience and as part of their network, Plug and Play has put together a world-class network of serial entrepreneurs, strategic investors, and industry leaders who actively assist the firm with its successful and growing investment portfolio.  SEED ROUND. Plug and Play participates in seed round investing through a program called Startup Camp. Startup Camp is a 10-week program based in Silicon Valley for top-notch entrepreneurs to work intensively on building out their business model. Select startups will refine their business models and prototypes with help from a combination of structured workshops, speaker series and mentorship sessions, as well as active coaching from their investment team. At the culmination of Startup Camp, founders will have crystalized their business plans and pitched their company to the venture capital community at EXPO Demo Day.''  ANGEL ROUND Plug and Play makes angel round investments throughout the year, sourced from their monthly Plug and Play Angels (PAPA) sessions. They are partnered with local angel investors in Silicon Valley who participate in PAPA to find the most promising startups and best new technologies.  SERIES A. Series A typical Series A round is in the range of $2 million to $10 million, and is intended to provide operating capital for the company for six months to two years. This round capitalizes the company as it develops its products, performs initial marketing and branding, acquires talent, and conducts other early-stage business operations. It is in this stage that Plug and Play will co-invest with over 180 venture capital partners.  Plug and Play has helped grow market leaders such as PayPal, Danger, Google, DropBox, LendingClub, Zoosk, SoundHound, CreditSesame, Skytree, and has over 400 more early-stage startups in its portfolio.

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TeleTails

TeleTails is a veterinary telehealth platform that provides live video, messaging, and payment capabilities for pet owners with their veterinarians digitally. Its telemedicine platform integrates into workflows, giving teams a solution to extend relationships and improve care outcomes. It is also vet-friendly, flexible, and secure. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia.

TeleTails is a veterinary telehealth platform that allows pet owners to obtain advice from veterinarians and behaviorists when needed. The company’s software provides care teams with the ability to offer live video consultations, flexible messaging, and cross-team communication. In May 2020, the company launched TeleTails Instant in response to the Covid-19 pandemic to make veterinary services available at no cost during the crisis.

Pet ownership is at an all time high in the United States and the pet care economy is booming.

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TeleTails is a veterinary telehealth platform that allows pet owners to obtain advice from veterinarians and behaviorists when needed. The company’s software provides care teams with the ability to offer live video consultations, flexible messaging, and cross-team communication. In May 2020, the company launched TeleTails Instant in response to the Covid-19 pandemic to make veterinary services available at no cost during the crisis.Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;As of November 2024, the platform had served more than 100,000 pets.In June 2022, TeleTails and The Dodo launched DodoVet, a telehealth subscription service offering pet parents 24/7 access to licensed veterinary professionals and personalized care resources for non-emergency pet wellness support.&nbsp;

<h2>Digitail is a comprehensive veterinary practice management platform that offers a robust suite of tools to help veterinarians and clinic managers streamline their operations. The platform supports scheduling, appointment notifications, personalized billing, and tracking of pet health needs based on age and vaccination schedules. Digitail's technology aims to increase workflow efficiency and improve client communication while integrating features that facilitate personalized care. This all-in-one system is built with an intuitive user interface and backed by 24/7 human support, making it a go-to solution for veterinary practices.</h2>Digitail's pricing starts at USD 300 per month, with additional options available for add-ons like AI-driven dictation, patient intake, and assistant services to enhance clinic workflows.Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;As of November 2024, the company served 400+ practices, 2,000 veterinarians, and multiple universities and shelters.&nbsp;

Digitail

Gudog is a Spanish pet care platform that connects dog owners with trusted and verified dog sitters for services like boarding, daycare, and walks across multiple countries, including Germany, France, and the UK. In February 2019, the company merged with HouseMyDog, a similar company headquartered in the UK, to mutually expand its reach to more than 25,000 dog sitters on its platforms. The company utilizes a user-friendly app and website that enables booking, secure payment, and updates, such as photos and videos of pets during their stay. Gudog ensures safety with a strict vetting process for sitters, veterinary coverage for bookings, and flexible cancellation policies.In February 2021, the company announced the acquisition of&nbsp;<a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/444">Host My Pet,</a> a Finnish online pet sitting services company, for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is aimed at expanding operations into Nordic countries, starting with Finland. With the acquisition, the combined entity’s 17 full-time employees will serve approximately 650,000 pet owners across Europe.

GuDog

Urban Leash is a Boston-based pet care company offering professional dog walking and cat sitting services in areas such as Jamaica Plain, Fenway, South End, Roslindale, and parts of Brookline. Its team specializes in providing personalized care for pets of all temperaments, ensuring their safety and comfort. Fully insured, bonded, and CPR/First Aid certified, Urban Leash provides peace of mind for pet owners during workdays, trips, or vacations. Customers can schedule complimentary meet-and-greets to tailor services to their needs.Urban Leash offers pet care services with pricing as follows: USD 20 for a 30-minute private dog walk and USD 30 for a 60-minute walk, with an additional USD 5 per extra dog. Cat sitting visits are USD 18 for 15 minutes (up to two cats) and USD 25 for 30 minutes (up to two cats), with a USD 5 charge for additional cats. Small animal care visits are USD 15 for 15 minutes.

Urban Leash

Based in the UK, PawSquad provides on-demand veterinary telehealth services through video consultations and online chats. Pet owners can instantly access veterinary practitioners without pre-scheduling.&nbsp;PawSquad offers general practitioner consults starting at GBP 28, health plan consults and mobility checks for GBP 49 each, and behavior and training sessions starting at GBP 40.&nbsp;The company also offers home visits on request.&nbsp;PawSquad provides specialist services in dermatology and plans to introduce other areas, such as endocrinology, behavior, gastroenterology, and oncology in the future.&nbsp;In March 2021, the company was acquired by UK-based veterinary service provider IVC Evidensia, that operates across Europe, for an undisclosed amount. IVC Evidensia operated more than 1,500 clinics across 12 countries in Europe as of February 2021. The company also has an employee base of more than 22,000, including 6,0000 veterinary professionals.The acquisition will allow PawSquad to expand geographically while also providing pet owners accessibility to IVC Evidendsia’s veterinary professionals through PawSquad’s telehealth platform.Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;As of February 2021, the company operated more than 1,500 clinics across 12 countries in Europe and had an employee base of more than 22,000, including 6,0000 veterinary professionals.

PawSquad

Companies that provide digital veterinary platforms to connect pet owners directly with online veterinary services.

Companies that provide mobile-based platforms to match pet owners with providers of pet services such as pet boarding, pet sitting, and dog walking.

Startups that offer innovative insurance solutions via digital platforms specialized for pet insurance coverage.

Companies that develop and offer technological solutions, such as self-cleaning tech, smart feeding devices, and interactive toys, to enhance and monitor pets' health and well-being.

Uses IoT technology to remotely monitor and interact with pets

AI and ML technologies enable pet owners to monitor and improve pet care

Offers digital platforms, such as veterinary telehealth services, to support the wellness of pets

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