Stide
(Independent & Part-time workers)
Stride Health
Stride Health is a San Francisco–based health insurance technology company that provides benefits solutions for independent workers and part-time employees. Founded in 2013, it simplifies access to Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plans and other essential benefits through digital tools designed for freelancers and gig-economy participants.
Key facts
- Founded: 2013
- Founders: Noah Lang, Matt Butner
- Headquarters: San Francisco, California, U.S
- Funding stage: Series C (2021, led by King River Capital)
- Employees: Approximately 100–250
Mission and focus
Stride Health’s mission is to build a modern benefits system that centers on individuals rather than employers. It helps self-employed professionals access health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as tools for managing taxes and deductible business expenses. The platform’s goal is to close benefits gaps for the growing independent workforce.
Products and services
The Stride platform enables users to compare ACA plans, estimate subsidies, and enroll in coverage in minutes—all at no cost to the user. It also integrates expense-tracking and tax-deduction features, helping users optimize financial health throughout the year. Partner employers and gig platforms can extend Stride’s benefits options to their contractors.
Market position and impact
As gig-based and flexible work arrangements have expanded, Stride Health has emerged as a leading benefits partner for companies and workers seeking portable, cost-efficient coverage. By 2025, the company reported helping over 4.6 million workers save more than $8 billion on benefits.
Leadership and investors
Chief Executive Officer Noah Lang leads Stride’s team alongside executives from technology and insurance backgrounds. Its investors include Venrock, Kleiner Perkins, New Enterprise Associates, Moderne Ventures, and Allstate, reflecting strong venture support for its workforce-benefits innovation.