Wve Labs

Wve Labs is a digital product design and development agency headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in Chicago, Dallas, and New York. Founded in 2015 by USC graduates Dave Shah (CEO) and Ankit Purhoit (CTO), the company has grown from a small mobile app development firm to a comprehensive digital solutions provider serving both startups and Fortune 500 brands.

The agency experienced rapid growth after securing a significant contract with Sony, expanding from 5 employees to a substantial full-time team. In 2016, they launched Wve Ventures, an investment arm partnering with venture capital firms to invest in pre-seed startups. By June 2017, Clutch.com ranked Wve Labs among the top Los Angeles app development companies.

Wve Labs specializes in end-to-end mobile and web development services, encompassing branding, product ideation, development, testing, and marketing. Their technical capabilities include native iOS development using Swift and Objective-C, Android development with Java, cross-platform solutions, and emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, and IoT. They have developed particular expertise in on-demand applications across sectors including ridesharing, healthcare, grocery delivery, and home services.

The company emphasizes three core values: speed, affordability, and communication. Their global team structure allows for efficient project execution across time zones while maintaining quality standards. Wve Labs uses a structured development process beginning with a 'pre-heating' consultation phase to define technical environments and user stories before moving into active development.

Wve Labs is well-positioned for startups seeking rapid market entry and established businesses requiring digital transformation. Their integrated approach—combining strategy, design, and development under one roof—makes them suitable for clients looking for a single partner to guide projects from concept to launch and beyond.