Elevate Capital

Elevate Capital is a venture capital firm based in Hillsboro, Oregon, established in 2016. It focuses on seed and early-stage investments across the United States, with a regional emphasis on the Pacific Northwest and Portland metro area. The firm targets technology-enabled startups and seeks to diversify founder representation, supporting ventures founded by underrepresented entrepreneurs. Elevate Capital typically participates in early rounds and makes minority investments, providing more than capital through advisory support and access to networks to aid long-term growth. Portfolio scope includes software, life sciences, hardware, consumer products, fintech, healthcare, sustainability, and related technology sectors.

John Bodman

Venture Partner

Rosanne Burge

Ana Chaud

Executive Partner

Michael Choi

Executive Partner

Christopher Day

CEO

Past deals in Grant

Trek10

Grant in 2022
Trek10, Inc. is a cloud deployment services provider that specializes in helping businesses leverage Amazon Web Services (AWS) for enhanced efficiency, flexibility, and cost reduction. Established in 2013 and headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, the company offers a range of tools and technical expertise, along with 24/7 support to monitor and address issues related to cloud infrastructure. Trek10 focuses on designing, building, and supporting innovative solutions tailored to client needs, with a particular emphasis on serverless architectures. The company serves a diverse clientele both in the United States and internationally, positioning itself as a leader in the field of cloud computing by enabling enterprises to maximize their web services and optimize their operational capabilities.

Third Coast Federal

Grant in 2022
Third Coast Federal helps companies build, grow and maintain a thriving federal contracting and R&D business, It guide companies as they expand their client base to include a federal client that is largely immune from economic downturns, helping to win contracts and R&D funds in the millions or tens of millions of dollars and it also help companies leverage the partners, talent and capital they need to effectively compete in the federal marketplace, accelerate innovation and drive sales.

SISK RIFLES MFG

Grant in 2022
Sisk rifles is a manufacturing company of rifles and builds hunting rifles for customer.

SIMBA Chain

Grant in 2022
SIMBA Chain Inc. is a cloud-based platform that offers smart Contract-as-a-Service (SCaaS) solutions, allowing users—including developers, government entities, and enterprises—to create and deploy blockchain applications for various environments such as iOS, Android, and the Web. Founded in 2017 and originally incubated at the University of Notre Dame, SIMBA Chain simplifies blockchain development through its SIMBA Blocks platform, which automates the generation of REST APIs for connecting to smart contracts across multiple blockchain protocols. This enables users to optimize their blockchain applications by choosing between public, private, and hybrid chains without requiring extensive coding knowledge. The platform also supports applications in areas like automated data integrity and real-time audits, making it particularly valuable for industries reliant on supply chain management. With offices in Michigan, Indiana, Virginia, and the United Kingdom, SIMBA Chain aims to bridge the gap between traditional Web2 infrastructures and the evolving Web3 ecosystem, empowering organizations to harness the potential of blockchain technology effectively.

OpalGenix

Grant in 2022
OpalGenix develops a genetic test therapy for precision opioid and pain management. Its pre-operative laboratory-developed test uses polygenetic analytics to predict opioid-related adverse effects and severe surgical pain, enabling clinicians to tailor safe and effective patient-centered pain management plans.

AnalySwift

Grant in 2022
AnalySwift offers simulation software for composite materials and structures. Their tools, SwiftComp and VABS, provide an advantage through cutting-edge technology for multiscale, multiphysics structural and micromechanics modeling.

AirBuoyant

Grant in 2022
AirBuoyant Introducing the all new-electric VertiPod, To be released as an all-electric, heavy-lift, human-carry-capable Hexacopter, the VertiPod

Wolf Technical Services

Grant in 2022
Wolf Technical Services, Inc. is a specialized engineering firm based in Indianapolis, Indiana, founded in 1977 by Dr. Jack Wolf. The company provides a diverse range of forensic, graphic, military, and commercial engineering services both domestically and internationally. Its forensic engineering expertise includes vehicular accident reconstruction, product failure analysis, fire and explosion investigations, and human factors analysis, among others. Wolf Technical Services also creates trial graphics products, such as court animations and scale models, to assist legal professionals in developing demonstrative evidence strategies. In the military sector, the company has developed advanced restraint systems for aircrew members and a Weigh-in-Motion System designed to detect anomalously loaded vehicles. In addition, it offers consulting services in mechanical and biomedical design, manufacturing engineering, process analysis, and custom database application development. Wolf Technical Services serves a wide array of clients, including government entities, educational institutions, and legal professionals, providing scientifically based expert opinions to address complex issues in accident and injury cases.

Manufacturing Technology

Grant in 2022
Manufacturing Technology is a welding solutions company. Their services include manufacturing services, contract friction welding, part development, part ideas, bi-metallic friction welding, service, and aftermarket parts.

TechPoint

Grant in 2022
TechPoint is dedicated to promoting and accelerating the growth of Indiana’s technology community. The organization operates an online information platform that provides various talent programs, including internships, fellowships, and boot camps, as well as membership-based community initiatives. Through its platform, TechPoint offers resources to tech startups, facilitating access to talent, capital, customers, public relations, media, and mentorship. This comprehensive approach aims to foster a thriving tech ecosystem in Indiana.

Polar Clean

Grant in 2022
Polar Clean specializes in engineered cleaning solutions tailored for various commercial and industrial applications. The company offers environmentally safe and effective dry ice blasting services, as well as other abrasive cleaning methods, to address challenging cleaning needs. Their comprehensive, well-tested system efficiently removes rust, corrosion, adhesives, gummy films, syrups, oils, bacteria, powders, and baked-on materials, all while preserving the integrity of the underlying surfaces. By focusing on innovative techniques, Polar Clean provides reliable and sustainable cleaning solutions that meet the demands of diverse industries.

Maijker

Grant in 2022
Maijker Corp specializes in the commercialization of advanced AI and sensor technologies, focusing on solving real-world challenges in the manufacturing sector. The company collaborates with manufacturing firms, universities, and development partners to translate innovative research into practical applications. By developing intelligent manufacturing systems and services, Maijker aims to enhance operational efficiency and address specific manufacturing issues through novel AI-driven solutions.

Grannus Therapeutics

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2020, Grannus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It specializes in the development of small-molecule inhibitors targeting specific isoforms of HSP90 for cancer treatment.

Flightprofiler

Grant in 2022
FlightProfiler is a technology company that enhances aviation safety by providing real-time, 3D atmospheric situational awareness. Its innovative solution helps manage vehicle movement in relation to weather constraints for various aircraft types, including Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), General Aviation (GA), and Air Traffic Control (ATC). This technology aids in reducing incidents such as Controlled Flight into Terrain and Loss of Control, and helps prevent violations of Federal Aviation Regulations by providing critical information for Low Altitude and Beyond Visual Line of Sight airspace.

University of Evansville

Grant in 2021
Though many private schools are insular in their educational opportunities, the University of Evansville strives for academic diversity on a global scale. The school is known for its study abroad opportunities, and student life at Evansville might be spent in Italy, New Zealand, France, Russia or Israel, to name a few. College life on campus is no less diverse, with just under 3,000 students from throughout the US and more than 40 countries around the world. With this diversity comes many ways to get involved, including more than 160 student clubs and organizations. University of Evansville’s academics strive for a distinctive, individualized educational experience. The university consists of four divisions: * College of Arts and sciences * College of Education and Health Sciences * College of Engineering and Computer Science * Schroeder Family School of Business Administration In addition to these schools and colleges, UE maintains a campus for students studying abroad at Harlaxton College in the UK. Need-based financial aid is available through federally funded grants and loans. The university also funds several merit scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students. Consideration for these scholarships is based on your admissions application. Make sure you apply to the university by the Early Action deadline to be considered for all merit scholarships.

Indiana University School of Medicine

Grant in 2021
The Indiana University School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the United States. The IU School of Medicine, which is made up of five fundamental science departments and twenty clinical departments, provides superior training for students interested in pursuing a medical degree. The school launched a new medical education curriculum with the Class of 2020 that better represents the modern U.S. health care environment and delivery methods, preparing students to practice medicine in a team-based, multidisciplinary setting.

Indiana Institute of Technology

Grant in 2021
Indiana Institute of Technology is a private university based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It manages an endowment fund primarily used to provide scholarships and financial assistance to students, supporting chairs, professorships, fellowships, research programs, and academic services.

Ball State University Foundation

Grant in 2021
Ball State University Foundation, established in 1951, serves as the managing entity for Ball State University's endowment fund. Based in Muncie, Indiana, the foundation supports various programs and facilities at the university, contributing to its academic, cultural, entertainment, and economic value. The foundation is led by an executive team that oversees the management of the endowment.

Consensus Networks

Grant in 2021
Consensus Networks specializes in designing, building, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure tailored for distributed ledger and blockchain technology. They offer comprehensive management and integration services for clients' digital assets and wallets, aggregating digital currencies and NFTs across diverse protocols.

JUA Technologies International

Grant in 2019
JUA Technologies International is a Purdue University-affiliated startup developing solar-powered crop-drying devices to reduce post-harvest losses and increase crop value. Its solar dehydrator enables on-farm drying of specialty crops into products such as sun-dried chips, fruit snacks, tea blends, jerky, and more, supporting food-insecure communities by preserving harvests and reducing waste.

Explore Interactive

Grant in 2019
At Explore Interactive we democratize access to and improve educational outcomes in STEM, through immersive, educational games anywhere, anytime and at a great price. Their first product, coming soon, will bring together the delight of tabletop card games and the immersion of our augmented reality technology to build excitement for and expertise in the world of STEM. Explore! brings inquiry-based learning to the world of augmented reality through educational games. Their experiences engage Explorers through a visual, auditory and tactile learning environment to progress through standards-based curricula. Whether a tinkerer, competitor, or social player, Explore! has something for everyone!

OmniVis

Grant in 2018
OmniVis is a biotechnology company specializing in pathogen detection. It offers an integrated portable platform that rapidly and accurately identifies pathogens in various environments, reducing the need for labor-intensive lab testing.

Cyber Inform

Grant in 2018
Cyber Inform is a technology company focused on developing secure mobile applications tailored for public safety and victim advocacy sectors. Their primary product enables users to safely report incidents to relevant authorities, ensuring no digital footprint remains on the user's device, thereby prioritizing the safety of individuals, particularly those affected by domestic violence or sexual abuse.

Enlighten Mobility

Grant in 2018
Enlighten Mobility is a medical device company focused on providing early intervention solutions for individuals experiencing loss of mobility due to illness, injury, amputation, or stroke. The company develops therapeutic devices designed to diagnose and treat neuromotor abnormalities, enabling users to improve their mobility and rehabilitation outcomes. Notable products include the Enlighten GT advanced gait trainer and EDNA, which are aimed at enhancing recovery and facilitating movement for patients. Additionally, Enlighten Mobility engages in clinical research, collaborating with patients, caregivers, and clinicians to drive innovation in screening and rehabilitation technologies, ultimately making these solutions accessible and effective for rehabilitation centers and individuals alike.

Resonado Labs

Grant in 2018
Resonado Labs, established in 2017, specializes in designing and developing innovative audio hardware solutions. Headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, with additional offices in San Francisco, Boston, and Anyang, the company focuses on transducer design and engineering to enhance sound reproduction. Resonado Labs caters to various industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, home theater, hospitality, and marine, offering products ranging from miniaturized sub-woofer drivers to long-range sonic projection arrays. The company's mission is to bring real innovation to the audio market by improving acoustic performance through continuous experimentation with materials and motor structure architectures.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals

Grant in 2017
Akanocure Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative anti-cancer therapies aimed at treating various forms of cancer, particularly those that have metastasized. Recognizing that metastasis is responsible for the majority of cancer-related deaths, Akanocure focuses on creating novel small molecules that can block metastatic processes. The company's approach emphasizes the synthesis and development of bio-targeted chemotherapeutic agents derived from natural resources, which not only target cancer cells more effectively but also address the side effects associated with conventional chemotherapy. By leveraging the expertise of its team throughout the drug discovery and development process, Akanocure aims to enhance treatment outcomes and improve the quality of life for cancer patients.

Drug Free Therapeutix (DFTx)

Grant in 2016
Drug Free Therapeutix is a software company that provides software for medical device companies in the pain management device market. They offer personalized pain management solutions using electrical stimulation therapies.
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