Shashi Srikantan
Managing Director @ Level Up Ventures
New York, United States
Shashi Srikantan is a seed investor at Level Up Ventures in New York focused on Software and FinTech. Shashi Srikantan
- Total investments:
- 20
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 30%
Last updated:
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Industries Shashi Srikantan invests in
Stages Shashi Srikantan invests in
Countries Shashi Srikantan invests in
Investment Focus
Industry
- Software 5 (25%)
- FinTech 4 (20%)
- Machine Learning 3 (15%)
- Financial Services 3 (15%)
- SaaS 2 (10%)
Stage
- Seed 12 (60%)
- Pre-Seed 3 (15%)
Country
- United States 13 (65%)
- Singapore 1 (5%)
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
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ClearCOGS
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ClearCOGS is an AI-powered SaaS platform that helps restaurants optimize their operations and increase profitability through data-driven insights. The company's mission is to provide local restaurants with the tools and technology to compete with larger chains by simplifying operations and streamlining decision-making. ClearCOGS found productmarket fit in 2024 when they identified their ICP of mid-market restaurant chains in the Fast-Casual and QSR segments.Key features of ClearCOGS include:-Accurate forecasting of individual menu item and ingredient demand, reducing waste and operational costs-Detailed reporting on what to prepare each day, such as how many briskets to prepare for lunch-Precise inventory management and ordering recommendations-Integration with leading POS systems like Toast to provide a holistic view of restaurant operationsClearCOGS synthesizes restaurant data from POS systems, back-of-house software, weather, events, and other sources to provide actionable answers to daily operational questions. The goal is to act as a "fractional digital CFO/COO" for restaurants, relieving them of the burden of statistical analysis and planning.By leveraging AI and machine learning, ClearCOGS aims to level the playing field for local restaurants, allowing them to operate as efficiently as large chains. The company's technology can increase restaurant profits by an average of 40% through accurate forecasting, inventory management, and ingredient management. | $3.8M / Seed / Apr 10, 2025 | |
SmartWiz
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SmartWiz is an AI-enabled IRS that simplifies the tax preparation process. SmartWiz links technology and tax professionals to provide their customers with the quality finance experience possible. | $2.5M / Seed / Dec 20, 2024 | |
LoanWell
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LoanWell is community lending re-imagined. Our modern platform for CDFIs automates the entire loan origination and servicing process, enabling delivery of more capital, more efficiently. We help these mission-driven lenders grow great communities with the impact of affordable capital for the individuals and small businesses that are the engine ofour economy. We believe in equitable access to affordable capital for all. | $3M / Seed / Oct 16, 2024 | |
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SmartWiz
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SmartWiz is an AI-enabled IRS that simplifies the tax preparation process. SmartWiz links technology and tax professionals to provide their customers with the quality finance experience possible. | $1.6M / Pre-Seed / Jul 29, 2024 | |
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LoanWell
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LoanWell is community lending re-imagined. Our modern platform for CDFIs automates the entire loan origination and servicing process, enabling delivery of more capital, more efficiently. We help these mission-driven lenders grow great communities with the impact of affordable capital for the individuals and small businesses that are the engine ofour economy. We believe in equitable access to affordable capital for all. | $3M / Seed / Jul 01, 2024 | |
BoxedUp
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BoxedUp is a subscription-based software that allows equipment rental companies to set up online stores, quickly. Founded by three Amazon alum, the company uses API's and a set of rental-specific features to streamline equipment quoting, logistics and inventory management so that B2B suppliers can grow their operations. | $2.8M / Seed / Jun 24, 2024 | |
EMTECH
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EMTECH is a fintech company that modernizes central banks for financial inclusion and resilience. It offers design and builds services for digital currency-based solutions customized for their economy. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in New York, New York. | $4M / Seed / Aug 03, 2023 | |
ConnectCareHero
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ConnectCareHero is a social activities management platform designed to enhance activity programming. Find curated entertainment in your area! | $1.8M / Seed / Jun 15, 2023 | |
Pryze
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Pryze is an operating system for deskless workers put together to increase the profits, productivity, retention and employee happiness in companies with deskless workers. Created by restaurant owners who had no way to increase employee engagement or retention at work, Pryze uses current behavior trends and positive psychology to motivate employeesto complete tasks and limit unwanted employee cell phone use on the clock. With a mobile app, a customized rewards program and real-time analytics, companies on Pryze increase productivity, retention, and company culture in ways that directly impact their bottom line. | $600K / Pre-Seed / Apr 27, 2023 | |
Encounter AI
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Voice AI for Kiosks and Drive-Thrus | $1M / Seed / Dec 28, 2022 | |
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Co-Investors
LoftyInc Capital
2 deals together
Slauson & Co.
2 deals together
500 Global
1 deal together
Alumni Ventures
1 deal together
American Heart Association
1 deal together
Authentic Ventures
1 deal together
About Level Up Ventures
Level Up Ventures is an early stage investor in tech enabled startups lead by Black and Latino founders. We couple financial investment with a deep bench of in-house support to best position startup teams for success by exposing them to the diversity of thought, capabilities and expertise that drives innovation and tests the limits of what’spossible.
Level Up Ventures Contacts
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Carlton Charles
Chairman
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Iyke Iwotor
Venture Analyst
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Katherine Rodriguez
Platform Manager
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Shashi Srikantan
Managing Director
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FAQ
What does Shashi Srikantan invest in?
Shashi Srikantan invests primarily in Software, FinTech and Machine Learning startups, most often at Seed and Pre-Seed stage. Most of the 20 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
When did Shashi Srikantan last invest?
The most recent investment recorded for Shashi Srikantan closed in Apr 2025. Shizune tracks 20 investments in total for this profile, including round sizes, stages and portfolio companies, all sourced from confirmed public funding rounds and refreshed monthly.
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