Innovation is at the heart of the SaaS world, and Spark100 honorees prove that the future is brighter than ever. At DuploCloud and SaaS Brass, we’re thrilled to celebrate these groundbreaking startups redefining industries and achieving incredible funding milestones. The Spark 100 recognizes SaaS companies that secured funding for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and for bringing their visions to life..
These startups aren’t just building businesses—they’re creating the tools, ideas, and solutions that will drive the next wave of growth and transformation. Each honoree represents a unique journey filled with determination, creativity, and impact, and we’re proud to showcase their achievements.
Explore the first 25 of this quarter’s Spark100 winners below and join us in celebrating their success!
2024 Spark100 Honorees
Aetos Imaging
Aetos Imaging stands out in facilities management by bringing a fresh approach to asset oversight and training. With a clear focus on innovation, they’ve introduced advanced digital tools—like visual asset registers and predictive maintenance—that help commercial real estate and industrial manufacturing companies run more efficiently. Their technology-driven methods aren’t just about optimization; they’re also designed to curb energy consumption and support more sustainable operations.
By offering intuitive asset management solutions and immersive 3D collaboration tools, Aetos empowers on-the-ground teams, ensuring smoother workflows and a safer environment, particularly in sectors like healthcare and manufacturing. As the company looks to the future, it aims to keep pushing the boundaries, ultimately hoping to join the ranks of industry unicorns. Aetos Imaging is set to redefine what “excellence” means in facility management.
Learn more about Aetos Imaging at aetosimaging.com
Aircover.ai
Hailing from the Bay Area, Aircover.ai is changing how sales teams perform by delivering real-time AI coaching during live meetings. Think of it as having a sales expert right beside you, helping reps respond instantly to tough questions and close deals faster. This approach tackles common sales hurdles by offering immediate insights, boosting both efficiency and bottom-line results.
Focused on serving sales leaders, enablement managers, and RevOps teams, Aircover.ai already counts Fortune 1000 clients among its fans. With backing from top investors like Defy, Firebolt, Flex, and Ridge, the company is poised to hit unicorn territory. Their blend of cloud tech and AI smarts makes each customer interaction more meaningful and productive, promising a bold new future for sales.
Learn more about Aircover.ai at aircover.ai
Alinea Invest
Alinea Invest is reshaping the investment scene for Gen Z, especially young women and children of immigrants who’ve often felt sidelined by traditional finance. They cut through the noise of confusing lingo and questionable online advice by offering a user-friendly app that recommends long-term investments and fractional shares. By building campus communities and encouraging real, honest conversations, Alinea empowers a new generation to invest confidently, blending tech-savvy tools with genuine values.
With over 225,000 downloads and $5.63 million raised in funding (including a $3.4 million seed round), Alinea is quickly winning over young, connected investors. Their SEC-registered platform offers fractional investments, crypto trades, and "smart playlists" that align portfolios with social causes. With features like the “AI Copilot,” Alinea is closing the gap between financial know-how and impactful investing.
Learn more about Alinea Invest at alinea-invest.com
Analog
Nestled in the Bay Area’s tech ecosystem, Analog is helping businesses truly understand their customers. Armed with $16 million in seed funding, they go beyond traditional market research to map customer journeys, shape unique value propositions, and build loyal followings. Their strategic insights and data-driven approach let companies anticipate needs and deliver standout experiences.
By forging connections with both established tech leaders and rising startups, Analog’s influence is growing fast. Their ultimate goal? Achieve unicorn status by staying ahead of market trends, refining product development, and pushing into new markets. With a focus on helping tech-savvy enterprises enhance their customer engagements, Analog is setting a new standard for what it means to stand out in a crowded industry.
Learn more about Analog at analog.one
Anthill
Anthill is shining a light on a segment of the workforce often overlooked: deskless employees. Recognizing that traditional HR tools don’t always fit the needs of workers on the move, Anthill steps in with tailored solutions that boost engagement, skill development, and efficiency. With $3 million in seed funding from Rethink Education, the company’s approach is already shaking up industries like logistics, manufacturing, and retail.
By helping businesses treat their deskless employees as valuable contributors rather than afterthoughts, Anthill enhances job satisfaction and retention. Eager to grow and evolve, they’re looking to become a heavyweight in HR tech, aiming to join the unicorn club by making meaningful workplace improvements that benefit everyone involved.
Learn more about Anthill at anthill.co
Ario
Ario wants to give you back one of life’s most precious resources: time. With $16 million in seed funding and a focus on user-friendly AI assistance, Ario is building a support system that takes everyday tasks off your plate. Whether it’s managing a calendar or restocking household essentials, they’re out to help busy parents and professionals navigate their to-do lists more smoothly
Working through a clear three-phase roadmap, Ario aims to handle data extraction, integrate with your favorite apps, and eventually offer real-time web browsing and personalized coaching. By syncing up with tools like Google Calendar and Amazon, they’re making life a whole lot easier. Their ultimate vision? Give everyone an extra day of free time each year, positioning Ario as a rising star in the AI world.
Learn more about Ario at heyario.com
Armilla AI
Armilla AI is all about trust and accountability in the age of artificial intelligence. From their Toronto base, they’ve developed methods to ensure AI models are transparent, fair, and consistently high-performing. By partnering with insurers and AI vendors, they help certify that these complex systems meet rigorous standards, making it safer and easier for businesses to harness AI’s power.
With steady growth after seed funding and recognition from awards like the Responsible AI Institute’s 2023 accolade, Armilla is on the fast track to global influence. Their services resonate with finance, insurance, healthcare, and more—any industry that needs reliable AI. As they eye unicorn status, Armilla AI stands ready to make AI safer, smarter, and more widely trusted.
Learn more about Armilla AI at armilla.ai
AudiencePlus
AudiencePlus is rethinking the rules of B2B marketing. Instead of relying on old-school tactics, they focus on first-party data and building audiences through direct channels. Armed with $7.28 million in seed funding, their lean, agile team uses AI and machine learning to help marketers transform their websites into dynamic media hubs—no coding required.
By turning insights into action and integrating seamlessly with CRMs, AudiencePlus helps companies form deeper connections and drive real revenue. Their willingness to break molds and host initiatives like the Golden Hours Conference shows they’re not just a marketing platform—they’re community builders. On track for unicorn status, AudiencePlus is raising the bar for what inbound marketing can achieve.
Learn more about AudiencePlus at audienceplus.com
BAXUS
BAXUS is shaking up the world of fine wine and spirits by making buying and selling easier, more transparent, and more global. Using blockchain, AI, and top-notch data analysis, they’ve created a marketplace that strips away old barriers like hidden pricing and high fees. The result is a trusted environment where collectors and investors can trade confidently.
By simplifying complex processes and opening up international access, BAXUS brings new energy to a luxury market that’s often felt exclusive and opaque. As they work toward unicorn status, BAXUS is proving that technology can bring clarity and fairness to even the most traditional industries.
Learn more about BAXUS at baxus.co
Big Sur AI
Big Sur AI is taking online shopping to the next level. With $6.9 million in seed funding, they’ve created an AI Sales Agent platform that gives retailers the ability to recreate an in-store experience online. Shoppers get personalized, real-time interactions, making it easier to find what they need while boosting engagement and sales for retailers.
By focusing on scalable AI solutions and data-driven decisions, Big Sur AI stays nimble in an ever-changing market. Their long-term plan is to make advanced AI tools available to retailers of all sizes, leveling the playing field in the e-commerce space. With eyes set on unicorn territory, Big Sur AI is helping shape the future of digital shopping worldwide.
Learn more about Big Sur AI at bigsur.ai
Borderless AI
Borderless AI takes the complexity out of global HR tasks. Their AI agent, Alberni, handles it all—payroll, compliance, talent acquisition—across multiple countries and in 170 languages. By removing the usual headaches of international hiring, they empower companies to confidently grow their global teams without missing a beat.
With a no-cost initial service and strong in-house support, Borderless AI makes onboarding painless. Their end-to-end solution covers everything from contractor management to global benefits, ensuring that any company can hire and pay talent anywhere. It’s a game-changer for businesses ready to cross borders without the usual red tape.
Learn more about Borderless AI at hireborderless.com
Brisk Teaching
Brisk Teaching’s AI-driven Chrome Extension is reshaping classrooms by saving teachers time and energy. Instead of juggling lesson planning, grading, and student engagement, educators can rely on Brisk Teaching’s automation to handle repetitive tasks. That way, teachers can focus on what really matters: their students.
With over 500,000 users, 30,000 school districts on board, and millions of hours saved, Brisk Teaching is already making a huge impact. Their “Brisk Boost” AI tutor personalizes learning for each student, proving their commitment to meaningful innovation. As they expand globally, Brisk Teaching aims to help educators and students thrive in a tech-enhanced learning environment.
Learn more about Brisk Teaching at briskteaching.com
Cache
Cache is bringing exclusive financial tools to a broader audience. Instead of reserving sophisticated wealth management strategies for the ultra-rich, they offer stock lending, collar advances, and exchange funds to anyone holding large stock positions. This approach helps clients diversify, reduce risk, and make the most of their assets.
Backed by First Round and top angel investors, Cache is proving that top-tier financial strategies shouldn’t be out of reach. As they work toward unicorn status, the company remains laser-focused on evolving their services to meet changing market demands and helping clients manage wealth more intelligently.
Learn more about Cache at usecache.com
Cadana
Cadana is on a mission to simplify global payroll, especially in emerging markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Starting out with earned-wage access, they’ve grown into a full-scale payroll API serving over 30 countries, knocking down geographic and financial barriers along the way.
By integrating with some of the world’s largest talent platforms, Cadana makes it easier for companies to pay their workers instantly and stay compliant across borders. With $7.1 million in seed funding and ambitions to reach unicorn status, Cadana is reshaping how we think about getting paid—no matter where we are.
Learn more about Cadana at cadanapay.com
Campfire
Campfire is replacing legacy ERPs like NetSuite and QuickBooks on its mission to revolutionize accounting software. Backed by Foundation Capital, Y Combinator and Twenty Two Ventures, Campfire raised a $3.5M seed to strengthen their product further and grow their customer base. With it, they've built a modern ledger on a fully self-serve, configurable platform that accelerates the monthly close and improves financial visibility.
Campfire's has attracted a wide range of customers from Seed to Series C with a variety of business models including SaaS, usage, FinTech, consulting and transactions — from startups like Suger and Replo to mid-size companies like CareRev and Solv Health. With features including automated bank reconciliation, AI-powered conversational reporting, and custom integrations, Campfire is on a mission to give finance professionals time back by automating their transactional tasks. If you need powerful, intuitive accounting software that saves you time and won't break the bank - you know where to look!
Learn more about Campfire at meetcampfire.com
Cartwheel
Cartwheel helps businesses—from restaurants to courier services—master the art of delivery. Their software optimizes routes, manages drivers, and integrates with industry heavyweights like Olo and Uber Direct. Clients like P.F. Chang’s and Portillo’s have seen big wins, cutting delivery costs and increasing revenue.
Backed by $3 million in seed funding, Cartwheel is ready to scale. With features like real-time tracking and marketing tools for repeat orders, they make sure businesses keep control over their brand and data. Cartwheel’s human-centered approach and tech-savvy solutions are driving them closer to unicorn status.
Learn more about Cartwheel at trycartwheel.com
Cassidy AI
Cassidy AI is bringing complex automations down to earth. With $3.7 million in seed funding, they integrate deeply with platforms like Slack, SharePoint, and Notion, making it easy for both tech experts and newbies to harness AI-driven workflows. The result? A streamlined operation that puts data and decision-making at your fingertips.
By tailoring AI solutions to each company’s unique needs, Cassidy AI helps businesses work smarter, not harder. From generating RFP responses to automating customer support, they’re redefining what’s possible. As the importance of AI grows, Cassidy AI is on track to become a major force, shaping a future where automation is accessible to all.
Learn more about Cassidy AI at cassidyai.com
Chexy
Chexy turns renting into a rewarding experience—literally. Renters can pay with a credit card and earn loyalty points from top programs like Aeroplan and Avion. Within a year, they processed $30 million in rent payments, giving back $1 million in rewards across Canada. With new funding in the bank, Chexy aims to add tenant insurance and utilities to its platform, making home management simpler than ever.
With a target market of 15 million Canadian renters, Chexy offers a “win-win-win” scenario: renters get more flexible payment options, earn rewards, and move one step closer to potential homeownership. It’s a human-first approach that’s setting a new standard in fintech.
Learn more about Chexy at chexy.co
Clearbrief
Clearbrief is elevating how legal professionals research and write by weaving AI into everyday workflows. Their tools plug directly into Microsoft Word, helping lawyers find and verify facts, create timelines, exhibits, and citation lists, and spot errors before they become problems. It’s all about working smarter, not harder.
From small firms to BigLaw, everyone’s taking notice, backed by a recent $4 million seed round. Clearbrief’s user-friendly innovation saves time, boosts accuracy, and sets a new bar for quality in legal writing. They’re well on their way to shaking up the legal tech scene and aiming high for unicorn status.
Learn more about Clearbrief at clearbrief.ai
Clerk Chat
Clerk Chat is making business communication more personal and effective. Their platform uses AI and automation to handle everything from mass text messaging to lead generation. Whether you’re a restaurant, an insurance firm, or a government agency, Clerk Chat helps you connect with customers in a way that feels human and timely.
With $7 million in seed funding under its belt, this privately-owned company is ready to scale. Their dedication to flexibility, efficiency, and innovation sets them on a promising path—one that could very well lead to unicorn territory.
Learn more about Clerk Chat at clerk.chat
Cognito Health
Cognito Health is making mental health care easier to reach and more effective. With an all-in-one online platform, patients can connect with nurse practitioners, therapists, and other professionals, streamlining everything from consultations to treatment plans. Available across Canada, Cognito Health helps people tackle anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ADHD without the usual hassles.
Backed by $2 million in seed funding, their patient-centric approach ensures swift access, coordinated care, and better outcomes. Cognito Health is raising the bar for what mental health support can look like, making it more affordable, accessible, and genuinely helpful.
Learn more about Cognito Health at getcognito.ca
Continuum AI
Continuum AI is breathing new life into the often-overlooked world of reverse logistics. Instead of treating returns as a costly afterthought, they use AI to streamline these processes for wholesale distributors and manufacturers. The result? A more efficient supply chain, happier customers, and better bottom lines.
With $4.1 million in seed funding and a growing presence in Chicago’s tech scene, Continuum AI proves that innovation can come from rethinking old problems. They’re turning returns into opportunities and are well-positioned to climb toward unicorn status.
Learn more about Continuum AI at gocontinuum.ai
CTrust
CTrust is carving out a unique space in financial services by focusing on the cannabis industry. Their Cannabis Trust Score (CTS) brings much-needed transparency and credibility to a market that’s often struggled with traditional financing. By showing lenders and investors who’s reliable, CTrust helps cannabis businesses access the capital they need to grow.
As the first-ever credit rating agency dedicated to cannabis, CTrust sets a new standard for trust and accountability. With big plans for the future, they’re laying the groundwork for better financing options and aiming to rise into unicorn territory—one credit score at a time.
Learn more about CTrust at ctrust.io
DecoverAI
DecoverAI is making life easier for legal professionals by weaving AI into essential tasks like eDiscovery, research, and case strategy. By streamlining these complex processes, they help teams cut costs and produce top-notch work without burning out.
Already recognized for their innovative efforts (including a Best LegalTech AI Innovation award) and supported by $2 million in seed funding, DecoverAI is poised to scale. As they partner with big names like AWS, they’re gearing up to become a major player, pushing the legal world toward a more efficient, data-driven future.
Learn more about DecoverAI at decoverhq.com
Diagon
Diagon is changing how manufacturers find and buy equipment. Started by a former Tesla supply chain exec, their marketplace removes guesswork by offering pre-negotiated pricing and clear lead times. This cuts through the usual procurement headaches and speeds up key projects.
With $5.1 million in recent seed funding, Diagon is investing in platform growth, privacy, and security. By focusing on strategic industries like battery and aerospace manufacturing, they’re helping rebuild American manufacturing capacity and taking the hassle out of big capital purchases.
Learn more about Diagon at diagon.ai
Digs
Digs is bringing the home-building process into the digital age with an AI-driven collaboration platform. They streamline everything from document organization to homeowner handoffs, giving builders and buyers a clear, easy-to-use record of what’s happening behind the scenes.
Having expanded across North America and managing projects worth over $3 billion in home value, Digs is no small player. By partnering with home improvement brands and even interior designers, they’re ensuring a smoother construction journey and setting their sights on unicorn status in the construction tech world.
Learn more about Digs at digs.com
Dispatch
Dispatch is taking the stress out of managing client data for financial advisors. Their platform pulls information from custodians, CRMs, planning tools, and more, ensuring everything stays updated and in sync. This reduces manual work and frees advisors to focus on building trust and guiding clients toward their goals.
With $10.6 million in total funding and $8 million from a recent seed round, Dispatch is clearly onto something big. By simplifying data orchestration, they’re setting new standards for efficiency and accuracy, helping the financial advisory industry step confidently into a digital future.
Learn more about Dispatch at dispatch.io
Disclaimer:
The Spark 100 recognition program is proudly sponsored by DuploCloud and SaaS Brass. As corporate sponsors, our goal is to celebrate and spotlight the achievements of innovative SaaS startups and their contributions to the tech ecosystem. While the Spark 100 is an initiative of DuploCloud and SaaS Brass, the companies selected for recognition were chosen solely based on their recent funding milestones and industry impact.
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