Marcus Richards
Within the thriving entrepreneurship space in the United States, newer start-ups are emerging with transformative and revolutionizing ideas, particularly in the financial services sector. Many of these fresh and innovative companies are sprouting within the hustling, bustling city of San Francisco, California known for its inspiring start-up culture and resilient entrepreneurial spirit. These start-ups are not only challenging the norms within the financial sector, but also providing cutting-edge solutions to businesses and individuals alike. In this article, we will be shining the spotlight on some of the hottest San Francisco based financialstart-ups established in or after 2020, and discovering what makes them stand out.
Vartana
Vartana is an innovative firm born out of the finance, financial service industry. Founded by Ahmed Sharif and Kush Kella, it offers a one-stop financing platform dedicated to simplifying deal closures for sales reps, enhancing buyer purchasing power and optimizing cash flow for finance teams. The company was established in 2020 and is making its mark in the service industry. Connect with Vartana on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Parafin
Established by Ralph Furman, Sahill Poddar, and Vineet Goel, Parafin is a Fintech start-up on a mission to democratize access to growth capital. The firm provides small businesses with an end-to-end financial infrastructure designed to meet their cash flow needs, fuelling their growth and smooth operation. Stay connected with Parafin via LinkedIn.
Synctera
Synctera offers banking and financial services by assisting FinTech builders in creating world-class products. The firm promotes transparent, efficient alliances between these builders and community banks thus creating more revenue streams and reaching new markets. Keep up with Synctera on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Standard Metrics
Specializing in financial services and Fintech, Standard Metrics provides an automated financial cooperation platform that promotes smart, progressive investment decisions by investors and creators. Engage with Standard Metrics on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Atomic
Atomic is an investment management service provider. The innovative firm enables companies to integrate investment accounts into their services, promoting disciplined and efficient investments. Stay connected with Atomic via Twitter and LinkedIn.
Cocoon
Cocoon is a unique platform providing employee leave benefits from compliance to payroll, assuring organizations about employee welfare. Engage with Cocoon on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Equi
Equi provides a comprehensive investment platform, offering access to alternative investments across the world. It collects and analyzes data from thousands of private funds, delivering curated strategies straight to the investors’ portfolio. Stay updated with Equi on Twitter and LinkedIn.
BlueTape
BlueTape is a payment and financing platform tailored for the construction industry. The firm offers a “Buy Now, Pay Later” solution aimed at construction material transactions Stay connected with BlueTape via Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Forage
Created by Justin Intal, Ofek Lavian and Victor Esteban Fimbres, Forage is a third-party payment processor (TPP) that makes it easier for grocers to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT payments online. They work with multiple grocers and platforms such as Shopify and Flashfood to make EBT payment acceptance seamless for merchants. You can connect with them on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Vesta
Vesta provides a next-generation Loan Origination System (LOS) that enables lenders to build customized workflows for a swift, simple, and efficient lending process. Stay connected with Vesta on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Future Africa
Future Africa, founded by Iyinoluwa Aboyeji and Tola Onayemi, aims to build a future where purpose and prosperity are within everyone’s reach. This firm provides us an interesting perspective into the financial scene in Africa where they are dedicated to build unicorns to solve the continent’s biggest challenges.
