CAFE Alumni Companies
Explore the fintech innovators who have leveraged CAFE to expand their reach & impact.
Innovative Solutions Driving Financial Innovation to Improve Lives
The startups in CAFE’s accelerator program are developing groundbreaking solutions that tackle some of the most pressing financial challenges faced by low- to moderate-income (LMI) communities and underserved populations.
Their solutions are also in high demand by banks and credit unions to gain more customers and serve their existing members in better ways.
These companies operate at the intersection of financial technology and social impact, leveraging innovative tools and strategies to improve financial well-being for LMI people.

Key Focus Areas of CAFE Accelerator Companies
Expanding Access to Capital
Bridging gaps in financing with innovative lending solutions for individuals and small businesses, social credit networks, and microloan platforms.
Financial Education & Credit Building
Providing tools and platforms that empower individuals with financial knowledge and credit-building opportunities to enhance financial stability.
Wealth-Building Solutions
Asset management, savings automation, and generational wealth transfer tools to help individuals and families secure their financial futures.
Technology-Driven Engagement
AI and fintech solutions to help financial institutions personalize services, optimize loyalty programs, and better engage their customers.
Economic Mobility & Income Generation
New income opportunities and financial incentives that provide individuals with alternative revenue streams and financial resilience.
The CAFE Impact

Exceptional Experience
CAFE boasts a
100% Net Promoter Score,
with every participating company stating they are “likely” to recommend the program to other startups looking to grow their business and impact.

Powerful Connections
On average, founders made
9+ meaningful relationships
with industry leaders, investors, and partners—connections that are critical to scaling their fintech solutions.

Access to Key Customers
Startups engaged
with 8+ potential financial
institution customers,
building relationships that pave
the way for future partnerships
and business growth.
The CAFE Accelerator Alumni

Carvertise
Community-based car ad platform generating passive income for everyday drivers.
Greg Star, Founding Partner

DubPrime
AI-driven underwriting solutions for diversified small-dollar loan portfolios.
Vincent Lucero, Founder & CEO

Giving Credit
Peer lending data network unlocking credit for financially underserved communities.
Ashley Sherwin, Co-Founder & Board Member
David Henderson, Founder

GoodTrust
Smart estate planning platforms making legacy planning accessible.
Rikard Steiber, Founder & CEO
Robyn Sechler, VP Partnerships

Kredit Academy
Rewards-based financial education and credit-building tools driving financial wellness.
Evan Leapheart, Founder
Mike Gross, COO & Head of Education

Muse Tax
AI-powered tax insights platform maximizing refunds and financial guidance.
Busayo Ogunsanya, President & Co-Founder
Colin Horsford, Co-Founder

NESTER
Predictive homeownership tool preventing unexpected repair costs for homeowners.
Alexandra Walsh , Chief Product Officer
Brendan Kennealey, Founder & CEO

Odynn
AI-powered rewards engine improving credit card literacy and financial access.
John Taylor Garner, Founder
Yohan Mehary, Chief of Staff

Parlay Finance
Loan approval platform connecting small businesses to affordable capital.
Alexandra McLeod, Founder
Jay Long, Founder & COO

Prismm
Digital vaults simplifying asset transfer and preserving wealth in LMI households.
Martha Underwood, Founder
Shella Sylla, COO

Salus
Digital microloan scoring platform reducing costs for subprime and LMI borrowers.
James Chemplavil, Founder
Ryan Barrett, CTO

SPARE
Banking services through merchant networks, bridging cash and digital banking.
D’ontra Hughes, Founder & CEO

Starlight
AI-powered platforms connecting users to unclaimed financial assistance.
Shreenath Regunathan, Founder

Stratyfy
Interpretable AI improving credit, fraud, and compliance decisions.
Laura Kornhauser, Founder & CEO
Liam Kenneally, Business Development

Sunny Day Fund

TAZI AI
Scalable AI platforms for financial institutions to identify and serve evolving customer segments.
Gordana Vuckovic, CCO
Zehra Cataltepe, Founder & CEO

Trackstar AI

Wellthi
Social finance tools powering community-based banking and credit access.
Fonta Gilliam, Founder & CEO
Halima Murunga, CPO