Icehouse Ventures

Crimson supports students from around the world to become world-class leaders. What started 10 years ago as an admissions consultancy helping Kiwi students get into the world’s top colleges has turned into an ecosystem of online education products that allow students around the world to accelerate their studies from pre-primary to postgraduate. Through rapid innovations in product and tech, we have scaled our impact and supercharged the education careers of over 100,000 students from more than 60 countries. Services include in-depth US, UK, EU and Australian university admissions support, Australia and New Zealand medical school admissions support, local curriculum tutoring, and extracurricular mentoring. Visit the Crimson Education website to learn more about our network, our edtech platforms and free resources for families.

Crimson supports students from around the world to become world-class leaders. What started 10 years ago as an admissions consultancy helping Kiwi students get into the world’s top colleges has turned into an ecosystem of online education products that allow students around the world to accelerate their studies from pre-primary to postgraduate. Through rapid innovations in product and tech, we have scaled our impact and supercharged the education careers of over 100,000 students from more than 60 countries. Services include in-depth US, UK, EU and Australian university admissions support, Australia and New Zealand medical school admissions support, local curriculum tutoring, and extracurricular mentoring. Visit the Crimson Education website to learn more about our network, our edtech platforms and free resources for families.

Crimson supports students from around the world to become world-class leaders. What started 10 years ago as an admissions consultancy helping Kiwi students get into the world’s top colleges has turned into an ecosystem of online education products that allow students around the world to accelerate their studies from pre-primary to postgraduate. Through rapid innovations in product and tech, we have scaled our impact and supercharged the education careers of over 100,000 students from more than 60 countries. Services include in-depth US, UK, EU and Australian university admissions support, Australia and New Zealand medical school admissions support, local curriculum tutoring, and extracurricular mentoring. Visit the Crimson Education website to learn more about our network, our edtech platforms and free resources for families.

ArchiPro is an online platform operating exclusively in New Zealand that connects homeowners with building products, professionals, project inspiration, and educational resources for their construction projects. The platform features a comprehensive directory of approximately 20,000 building and interior products, 5,000 completed architectural projects, and 1,200 design and trade professionals. It serves as a bridge for architects, designers, builders, and product suppliers to reach clients, while homeowners can use the platform to brainstorm ideas, research options, hire professionals, find products, and manage their projects. In its four years of operation, ArchiPro has gained significant traction, attracting over one million annual website visits and accumulating a database of 180,000 registered users. The platform currently serves 6% of its identified addressable market of 22,000 companies and professionals in New Zealand, indicating substantial potential for growth, particularly in larger international markets such as Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Formus specializes in personalized orthopedics by leveraging artificial intelligence and computational biomechanics to enhance pre-operative planning for joint replacement surgeries. With a foundation in two decades of musculoskeletal research, the company has developed a 3D planning platform that is FDA, PMDA, and TGA cleared, successfully planning over 3,000 hip replacement surgeries across more than 25 locations in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and the United States. By collaborating with implant manufacturers, Formus integrates its technology into existing medical workflows, aiming to reduce costs while improving the reliability and scalability of orthopedic procedures. Its innovative approach allows surgeons to tailor surgical plans to the individual needs of patients, ultimately enhancing surgical outcomes and advancing the field of orthopedics.

Crimson supports students from around the world to become world-class leaders. What started 10 years ago as an admissions consultancy helping Kiwi students get into the world’s top colleges has turned into an ecosystem of online education products that allow students around the world to accelerate their studies from pre-primary to postgraduate. Through rapid innovations in product and tech, we have scaled our impact and supercharged the education careers of over 100,000 students from more than 60 countries. Services include in-depth US, UK, EU and Australian university admissions support, Australia and New Zealand medical school admissions support, local curriculum tutoring, and extracurricular mentoring. Visit the Crimson Education website to learn more about our network, our edtech platforms and free resources for families.

Crimson supports students from around the world to become world-class leaders. What started 10 years ago as an admissions consultancy helping Kiwi students get into the world’s top colleges has turned into an ecosystem of online education products that allow students around the world to accelerate their studies from pre-primary to postgraduate. Through rapid innovations in product and tech, we have scaled our impact and supercharged the education careers of over 100,000 students from more than 60 countries. Services include in-depth US, UK, EU and Australian university admissions support, Australia and New Zealand medical school admissions support, local curriculum tutoring, and extracurricular mentoring. Visit the Crimson Education website to learn more about our network, our edtech platforms and free resources for families.

Jasper Property Limited is a commercial real estate investment platform that facilitates investment opportunities in Australia and New Zealand. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Auckland, with an additional office in Sydney, the company allows investors to acquire ownership in commercial properties through a streamlined digital onboarding and subscription process. Jasper offers investment advisory and asset management services, catering to the needs of the real estate industry. By providing proprietary deal flow and intelligent analysis, Jasper serves as a knowledgeable partner for investors seeking exposure to commercial real estate in the region.

90 Seconds Limited is a cloud video production platform that simplifies the video-making process for brands and agencies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in Singapore, London, Tokyo, Manila, and Sydney, the platform enables users to purchase, plan, shoot, edit, and review videos from anywhere in the world, both online and on mobile devices. It offers a variety of video production services, including corporate video production, YouTube content, and online video marketing. The company connects clients with a global network of creative professionals, including videographers, editors, and animators, allowing for efficient collaboration on projects. With a team of around 100 employees, 90 Seconds has produced over 32,000 videos across 100 countries, serving major brands such as Apple, Amazon, and Salesforce.

1Above Limited specializes in functional beverages aimed at alleviating the effects of jet lag and hangover recovery. Founded in 2010 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, the company provides its products at airports in New Zealand and Australia, as well as through international online sales. The drinks and tablets offered by 1Above are formulated with electrolytes, poly-phenol extracts, and vitamins, which work together to counteract the discomforts associated with flying, such as illness and deep vein thrombosis. By targeting the symptoms of travel-related fatigue and alcohol overconsumption, 1Above aims to enhance the travel experience for its customers.

Mobotech designs and manufactures robotic handling solutions for commercial applications. Its first product, Mobot, fills the gap between hand barrow and forklift. Due to health and safety constraints trucks doing deliveries of FMCG products are only running with 60% capacity. Its customers are large FMCG distributors/logistics companies. This disruptive technology gives logistics companies a ROI in less than 3 months. The Mobot is a patented small robotic forklift: offering more cost effective & safer distribution logistics for the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), light industry, container de-stuffing and military industries. They are a New Zealand registered (2519891) Limited Company exporting to Australia, North America and Europe.

MiniMonos is a virtual world designed for children aged 8-12, where they can create monkey avatars, decorate treehouses, and engage in games. The platform promotes themes of sustainability, generosity, and community while ensuring that the primary focus remains on fun. Every purchase contributes to clean water initiatives for children in India, and the platform encourages eco-friendly actions by rewarding players with in-game benefits. Since its launch in April 2011, MiniMonos has seen significant growth and now boasts over 300,000 registered members, primarily from the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Revenue is generated through subscriptions and microtransactions, with marketing efforts relying on word of mouth, online advertising, and promotional partnerships, including recent TV commercials in the UK and upcoming branded prepaid cards in Sainsbury's. Led by CEO Melissa Clark-Reynolds, who has over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, MiniMonos continues to foster creativity and environmental awareness among its young audience.

SIMTICS Ltd. is a digital education company that specializes in web-based simulations for training in complex healthcare procedures. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with additional offices in the United States, the company offers over 120 skill modules across various fields, including sonography, medical assisting, dental assisting, and radiography. Its platform allows students to learn at their own pace, utilizing features such as video demonstrations, quizzes, and a personal logbook to track their progress and performance. The system operates in two modes: learn mode, which provides guidance, and test mode, which assesses proficiency. SIMTICS serves a diverse clientele, including both large and small institutions across several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, India, and New Zealand, making its training resources accessible to students and professionals worldwide.

Adherium Limited is a developer and manufacturer of digital health technologies aimed at improving medication adherence for patients with chronic diseases, particularly asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company offers Hailie, a medication adherence solution that includes smart device sensors that attach to existing inhalers and a mobile app for tracking medication usage. This technology enables patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to monitor adherence, set reminders, and analyze medication patterns. Adherium's products are designed to enhance health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs by addressing sub-optimal medication use. The company operates primarily in Europe, with additional markets in New Zealand, Australia, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Adherium also collaborates with healthcare organizations, including a partnership with HGE Health focused on COPD management.