Capital Midwest Fund

Capital Midwest Fund, established in 2006, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Mequon, Wisconsin. The company focuses on investing in early-stage, growth-oriented businesses across various sectors, including life sciences, information technology, advanced manufacturing, B2B, and healthcare, with a regional emphasis on the Central United States and the Midwest.

Jacob DeZarn

Partner

Daniel Einhorn

General Partner

Karen Hacker

Project Associate

Michael S. Harper

Partner

Alvin Vitangcol

General Partner

Past deals in Illinois

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix, established in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates a platform that connects manufacturers with a vetted network of skilled workers. This includes engineers, machinists, maintenance technicians, and other specialized professionals. The company offers flexible hiring solutions, such as same-day service projects, part-time workers, and contract or temporary resources, as well as support for factory automation and engineering projects. By streamlining the hiring process, FactoryFix helps manufacturers fill job vacancies efficiently, while providing skilled workers with access to relevant job opportunities.

Hologram

Series B in 2021
Hologram, Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions for managing Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Founded in 2014 in Chicago, Illinois, Hologram offers a cellular platform that allows manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and system integrators to create devices with cellular connectivity. The company's Konekt cloud service acts as a data broker, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by devices, which supports users in maintaining their infrastructure. Hologram also provides a Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Short Messaging Service (SMS) that enhances notifications and system integrations for Internet-connected devices. The company has established itself as a vital partner for various technology initiatives, enabling the connectivity of micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and drones, as well as supporting health devices in remote areas. Hologram aims to be the key operating system for global connectivity as the number of connected devices continues to grow.

Realync

Seed Round in 2019
Realync Corp. is a cloud-based video platform designed to facilitate live virtual tours of real estate properties, connecting agents with potential buyers and renters. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, with an office in Chicago, Realync enables real estate professionals to conduct interactive live tours and open houses using just a smartphone or tablet. The platform also supports high-definition pre-recorded videos, allowing users to experience properties in a dynamic and engaging manner. By providing innovative tools for real-time interaction, Realync enhances the property viewing process for both agents and clients.

NuCurrent

Series C in 2019
NuCurrent, Inc. is a developer based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in high-efficiency antennas and inductive components for wireless power applications. Founded in 2009, the company designs, fabricates, and integrates wireless power antennas and surface-mount inductors for various applications, including power electronics, RF devices, and frequency synthesizers. NuCurrent's products comply with industry standards such as the Alliance for Wireless Power and the Wireless Power Consortium, ensuring broad compatibility. The company collaborates closely with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and integrators to provide custom-designed, rapid-prototype solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce size, and lower costs. By employing patented designs and advanced manufacturing techniques, NuCurrent aims to improve the durability and performance of wireless power systems, facilitating the evolution of electronic devices.

FactoryFix

Seed Round in 2018
FactoryFix, established in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates a platform that connects manufacturers with a vetted network of skilled workers. This includes engineers, machinists, maintenance technicians, and other specialized professionals. The company offers flexible hiring solutions, such as same-day service projects, part-time workers, and contract or temporary resources, as well as support for factory automation and engineering projects. By streamlining the hiring process, FactoryFix helps manufacturers fill job vacancies efficiently, while providing skilled workers with access to relevant job opportunities.

FactoryFix

Debt Financing in 2018
FactoryFix, established in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates a platform that connects manufacturers with a vetted network of skilled workers. This includes engineers, machinists, maintenance technicians, and other specialized professionals. The company offers flexible hiring solutions, such as same-day service projects, part-time workers, and contract or temporary resources, as well as support for factory automation and engineering projects. By streamlining the hiring process, FactoryFix helps manufacturers fill job vacancies efficiently, while providing skilled workers with access to relevant job opportunities.

Hologram

Series A in 2017
Hologram, Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions for managing Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Founded in 2014 in Chicago, Illinois, Hologram offers a cellular platform that allows manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and system integrators to create devices with cellular connectivity. The company's Konekt cloud service acts as a data broker, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by devices, which supports users in maintaining their infrastructure. Hologram also provides a Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Short Messaging Service (SMS) that enhances notifications and system integrations for Internet-connected devices. The company has established itself as a vital partner for various technology initiatives, enabling the connectivity of micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and drones, as well as supporting health devices in remote areas. Hologram aims to be the key operating system for global connectivity as the number of connected devices continues to grow.
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