LaunchCapital

LaunchCapital, founded in 2008, specializes in providing capital to entrepreneurs at the seed and early stages of business development. The firm targets investment opportunities typically requiring between $50,000 and $150,000, utilizing two distinct investment vehicles to optimize capital structures for start-ups. LaunchCapital Ventures adheres to a traditional venture capital model, focusing on equity investments in high-growth potential companies. In contrast, LaunchCapital Small Business offers a combination of equity and debt financing for businesses expected to generate near-term revenue and exhibit linear growth, often with a local or regional focus. The company has a core emphasis on technology, consumer, and medical sectors and maintains offices in Boston, New York, New Haven, and San Francisco.

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6K

Series E in 2024
6K is a company that specializes in advanced microwave plasma technology to develop engineered materials for various industries, including additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, 6K focuses on sustainability while producing high-quality materials tailored to specific industry needs. Its proprietary Unimelt systems significantly accelerate production times, transforming battery cathode material manufacturing from days to mere seconds, while reducing energy consumption by two-thirds and generating no wastewater. Additionally, in the realm of additive manufacturing, 6K creates premium powders from certified millings and turnings, utilizing sustainable input streams and producing only the necessary sizes to minimize waste. Through its innovative processes, 6K provides companies with unprecedented access to materials engineering, enabling the creation of a new range of commercial and consumer products.

Cyvl.ai

Venture Round in 2024
Cyvl.ai is a technology company focused on enhancing the management of physical infrastructure assets for civil engineers and government entities. Utilizing advanced 3D mapping technology and proprietary machine learning algorithms, Cyvl.ai provides a web-based software platform that enables users to efficiently gather and analyze data on various infrastructure elements such as roads, sidewalks, signs, and trees. Their vehicle-mounted mapping sensors streamline the process of infrastructure inspections, ultimately saving time and improving safety. The platform's capability for direct integration with other asset management tools further facilitates effective data utilization, making it a valuable resource for managing infrastructure assets more effectively and affordably.

Flyby Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Flyby Robotics is a developer of American-made autonomous drones designed to facilitate machine learning capabilities at the edge. The company focuses on eliminating critical Chinese electronic components from its products, ensuring a secure operating environment. Its platform streamlines the processing of machine learning applications on drones, enhancing the operational experience for users. This technology enables drone operators to execute complex autonomous missions across various sectors, including delivery, critical infrastructure, renewable energy, and public safety.

Logiwa

Series B in 2022
Logiwa is a cloud-based software company specializing in warehouse and inventory management solutions tailored for retail, e-commerce, and third-party logistics (3PL) businesses. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Logiwa offers an integrated fulfillment platform designed to streamline operations for high-volume direct-to-consumer brands and wholesalers. The platform addresses common challenges faced by traditional warehouse management systems by facilitating quick integration with various online stores and marketplaces, allowing businesses to manage their digital warehouses efficiently. Logiwa's software enhances supply chain management by synchronizing inventory and orders, improving shipment visibility, and optimizing workforce productivity across multiple sales channels. Its clientele includes major players like Amazon, eBay, Shopify, and UPS, reflecting its significant presence in the e-commerce and logistics sectors.

Cyvl.ai

Venture Round in 2022
Cyvl.ai is a technology company focused on enhancing the management of physical infrastructure assets for civil engineers and government entities. Utilizing advanced 3D mapping technology and proprietary machine learning algorithms, Cyvl.ai provides a web-based software platform that enables users to efficiently gather and analyze data on various infrastructure elements such as roads, sidewalks, signs, and trees. Their vehicle-mounted mapping sensors streamline the process of infrastructure inspections, ultimately saving time and improving safety. The platform's capability for direct integration with other asset management tools further facilitates effective data utilization, making it a valuable resource for managing infrastructure assets more effectively and affordably.

Qeepsake

Seed Round in 2022
Qeepsake, Inc. operates an online platform that allows parents to create memory journals for their children. Founded in 2015 and based in Newtonville, Massachusetts, the company offers a mobile application that enables families to capture and save significant moments through text-message baby books. Users receive text prompts, encouraging them to respond with memories or photos, which are then compiled into a private journal for their child. This service has gained popularity, with over 300,000 families in the United States and Canada utilizing the platform to collect and preserve their cherished memories, ultimately creating a personalized heirloom for future generations.

Benchmark Space Systems

Convertible Note in 2022
Benchmark Space Systems, Inc. specializes in the research, design, and manufacture of propulsion systems tailored for small satellite missions. Founded in 2014 and based in South Burlington, Vermont, the company provides integrated spacecraft propulsion systems, mobility subsystems, and orbit transfer products. Its technology supports various applications, including orbit insertion, deorbit, collision avoidance, and life extension. Benchmark Space Systems is focused on the burgeoning small satellite market, projected to reach $30 billion in the next decade, and has developed a low-cost propulsion system using a non-toxic, inert chemical, which enhances safety in transport and storage. The company employs a proprietary resistor jet micro propulsion system that combines thruster, propellant storage, and control hardware into a compact unit, facilitating access to small satellites for businesses, scientists, and universities.

Wyebot

Venture Round in 2022
Wyebot, Inc. offers a wireless intelligence and automation platform that leverages artificial intelligence to optimize and analyze wireless networks. Founded in 2016 and based in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company addresses real-time network issues by automatically identifying problems and providing actionable solutions, thereby reducing the time required for problem resolution and minimizing WiFi-related support tickets. Wyebot’s platform is designed to enhance business continuity by eliminating intermittent WiFi performance issues and is applicable across various sectors, including corporate enterprises, educational institutions, managed service providers, healthcare, and entertainment venues. By utilizing machine learning, IoT, and advanced networking technologies, Wyebot empowers businesses to manage their wireless ecosystems effectively.

Luxury Travel Hackers

Equity Crowdfunding in 2021
Luxury Travel Hackers operates a travel booking platform that aims to redefine luxury travel while taking cultural nuances into account. The company utilizes travel content and influencers to create a marketplace that enables travelers to book vacations directly through social media, offering a "One Click Away" solution from inspiration to booking. Their platform provides comprehensive services, including securing restaurant reservations, coordinating suitable accommodations, planning team-building or incentive trips, and facilitating corporate hosting. By doing so, Luxury Travel Hackers makes luxury travel experiences more accessible and affordable for a new generation of travelers.

Datasembly

Venture Round in 2021
Datasembly, Inc. specializes in transforming web data into structured information, focusing primarily on grocery and retail pricing. Founded in 2014 and based in Washington, D.C., the company aims to collect comprehensive pricing data for every product sold in stores daily. By aggregating millions of pricing records from various retailers and online platforms, Datasembly provides valuable insights for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, retailers, and analytics firms. Its technology employs natural language processing and machine learning to convert complex data into organized reports that facilitate informed business decisions. The insights generated from this data support market research, economic indicators, and consumer applications, thereby enabling clients to navigate the volatile retail landscape effectively.

REsurety

Series B in 2021
REsurety is a provider of risk management products to the buyers and sellers of clean energy. It empowers the clean energy-fueled future through better risk management. It works at the intersection of physical science, big data, and financial engineering to help our clients understand and mitigate the risks in buying and selling energy from renewable, intermittent fuel sources. It was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

6K

Series C in 2021
6K is a company that specializes in advanced microwave plasma technology to develop engineered materials for various industries, including additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, 6K focuses on sustainability while producing high-quality materials tailored to specific industry needs. Its proprietary Unimelt systems significantly accelerate production times, transforming battery cathode material manufacturing from days to mere seconds, while reducing energy consumption by two-thirds and generating no wastewater. Additionally, in the realm of additive manufacturing, 6K creates premium powders from certified millings and turnings, utilizing sustainable input streams and producing only the necessary sizes to minimize waste. Through its innovative processes, 6K provides companies with unprecedented access to materials engineering, enabling the creation of a new range of commercial and consumer products.

Involve.ai

Series A in 2021
Involve is a customer intelligence platform that uses artificial intelligence to help businesses accelerate growth from existing data. It organizes all customer data and interactions in a single dashboard to quickly predict customer health, stop customers from leaving, and expand them to increase revenue.

Faraday

Series A in 2021
Faraday, Inc. operates an analytics platform that provides a range of solutions designed to enhance data exploration and predictive capabilities for various sectors, including banking, energy, and education. Its offerings include Audiences, which facilitates visual data exploration; Campaigns, a multichannel outreach solution based on data; Models, which predict key business outcomes; and Teams, a collaboration tool that allows for permission-based data sharing. Additionally, Faraday is recognized for its consumer prediction platform, enabling marketers, developers, and agencies to easily build predictive capabilities without extensive technical knowledge. The Faraday Prediction Cloud integrates data, algorithms, and visualizations, allowing teams to seamlessly incorporate predictive analytics into their existing systems. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Middlebury, Vermont, Faraday aims to make AI-driven growth accessible to companies of all sizes.

Mendel.ai

Series A in 2021
Mendel is a clinical AI platform for life sciences and healthcare organizations that deciphers health data with clinician-like logic. It indexes structured and unstructured data and replaces the complexity of querying with the simplicity of chatting.

Logiwa

Series A in 2021
Logiwa is a cloud-based software company specializing in warehouse and inventory management solutions tailored for retail, e-commerce, and third-party logistics (3PL) businesses. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Logiwa offers an integrated fulfillment platform designed to streamline operations for high-volume direct-to-consumer brands and wholesalers. The platform addresses common challenges faced by traditional warehouse management systems by facilitating quick integration with various online stores and marketplaces, allowing businesses to manage their digital warehouses efficiently. Logiwa's software enhances supply chain management by synchronizing inventory and orders, improving shipment visibility, and optimizing workforce productivity across multiple sales channels. Its clientele includes major players like Amazon, eBay, Shopify, and UPS, reflecting its significant presence in the e-commerce and logistics sectors.

Breezeway

Series A in 2020
Breezeway Homes, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing intelligent property maintenance and home management software. Founded in 2015, Breezeway offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the coordination, communication, and verification of property care tasks. Its software is designed to enhance operational efficiency for various sectors, including vacation rentals, residential rentals, corporate housing, hotels, and cleaning services. The platform enables property managers and owners to automate tasks, conduct inspections, monitor property readiness, and communicate seamlessly with both internal staff and external service partners. By leveraging advanced technology for task management and scheduling, Breezeway helps businesses maintain their properties effectively while improving client satisfaction.

Sea Machines Robotics

Series B in 2020
Sea Machines Robotics, Inc. is an autonomous technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine and boating industries. Founded in 2014, the company creates advanced control systems designed to improve operational safety and efficiency for various marine applications. Its product lineup includes the SM300, which allows for remote command of vessels; the SM200, facilitating integrated control for collaborative operations; and the SM400, an AI-powered situational awareness system tailored for container ships. Additionally, the company offers the RC NXT, a remote command system for existing and new marine vessels, and the DP-NXT, which enables traditional vessels to operate with minimal or no crew onboard. Sea Machines Robotics also provides solutions for unmanned applications, including bathymetric survey vessels and subsea asset inspections, focusing on sectors such as shipping, offshore energy, and maritime logistics.

KnowIt Events

Seed Round in 2019
KnowIt Events is an organization based in North Wales, Pennsylvania, focused on uniting the intellectual property ecosystem. Established in 2019 by Cheryl Slipski, the company specializes in event management services that facilitate collaboration among creators and protectors of intellectual property. By organizing impactful events, KnowIt Events fosters discussions on critical issues within the intellectual property space, aiming to advance innovation through its community of change-makers. The organization provides a platform for attendees to address current challenges and shape the future of intellectual enterprises.

Revel

Series A in 2019
Revel is a company focused on promoting electric vehicle (EV) adoption in urban environments through its all-electric rideshare service and a network of fast-charging stations. The company operates a fleet of easily recognizable blue, all-electric vehicles that provide a cleaner and safer rideshare experience. Revel emphasizes affordability, safety, and cleanliness, featuring vetted drivers and regularly detailed cars. Users can conveniently request rides via the Revel app, available on both iOS and Android platforms. Additionally, Revel offers shared electric mopeds, allowing customers to easily locate and book a ride through the mobile application, which also facilitates access to charging stations for immediate energy replenishment.

6K

Series B in 2019
6K is a company that specializes in advanced microwave plasma technology to develop engineered materials for various industries, including additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, 6K focuses on sustainability while producing high-quality materials tailored to specific industry needs. Its proprietary Unimelt systems significantly accelerate production times, transforming battery cathode material manufacturing from days to mere seconds, while reducing energy consumption by two-thirds and generating no wastewater. Additionally, in the realm of additive manufacturing, 6K creates premium powders from certified millings and turnings, utilizing sustainable input streams and producing only the necessary sizes to minimize waste. Through its innovative processes, 6K provides companies with unprecedented access to materials engineering, enabling the creation of a new range of commercial and consumer products.

Amastan Technologies

Series B in 2019
Amastan Technologies LLC specializes in the development, commercialization and implementation of plasma technologies for the production and processing of nanomaterials. Amastan proudly relies on its highly educated scientists and engineers who combine industry and academic experience in a variety of fields such as plasma physics and plasma chemistry, industrial processes, material sciences, and engineering.

PeopleGrove

Series A in 2019
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational platform based in San Francisco, California, that supports the entire student lifecycle in higher education. Founded in 2014, the company offers a centralized platform used by over 650 institutions worldwide to enhance engagement from prospective students to alumni. PeopleGrove facilitates access to mentorship, college navigation, and career support services, thereby helping students persist to graduation, explore career opportunities, and build professional networks. The platform leverages AI and machine learning to provide personalized support, improving student career readiness and confidence. Additionally, PeopleGrove offers solutions for admissions, student services, alumni engagement, and industry partnerships, aiming to increase student retention and foster philanthropy. The platform also supports experiential and project-based learning, ensuring every learner has access to the necessary networks and resources for success. Its mentorship and advising tools have been effectively implemented at prestigious institutions such as Stanford and K-State.

Benchmark Space Systems

Seed Round in 2018
Benchmark Space Systems, Inc. specializes in the research, design, and manufacture of propulsion systems tailored for small satellite missions. Founded in 2014 and based in South Burlington, Vermont, the company provides integrated spacecraft propulsion systems, mobility subsystems, and orbit transfer products. Its technology supports various applications, including orbit insertion, deorbit, collision avoidance, and life extension. Benchmark Space Systems is focused on the burgeoning small satellite market, projected to reach $30 billion in the next decade, and has developed a low-cost propulsion system using a non-toxic, inert chemical, which enhances safety in transport and storage. The company employs a proprietary resistor jet micro propulsion system that combines thruster, propellant storage, and control hardware into a compact unit, facilitating access to small satellites for businesses, scientists, and universities.

Future Family

Series A in 2018
Future Family, Inc. is a subscription-based fertility company founded in 2016 and located in San Francisco, California. The company provides comprehensive fertility services, including personalized fertility planning, clinic matching, and access to a dedicated nurse concierge. Its offerings encompass on-demand medical support, guided care, and a digital health platform that facilitates clinic visits, procedures, laboratory tests, and medications. Additionally, Future Family offers customized financing plans for fertility procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and egg freezing, ensuring that individuals and couples can navigate their fertility journeys with financial assistance and expert support.

YourMechanic

Series B in 2018
YourMechanic, Inc. is an online platform that connects vehicle owners with local mechanics for convenient car repair and maintenance services at home or the office. Founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, the company enables users to request quotes, book services, and access automotive advice. Its mechanics offer a wide range of services, including oil changes, brake pad replacements, battery and alternator replacements, and various diagnostic and repair tasks. YourMechanic aims to make car repair more affordable and transparent, allowing customers to manage their service history and maintenance schedules while providing flexibility for mechanics in choosing their work.

Yumble

Series A in 2018
Yumble is a weekly subscription that delivers healthy, delicious and fully cooked meals specifically designed for kids. The company aims to make mealtime stress-free for parents and super fun for kids. Currently, they offer plenty of options for dinner, lunch, breakfast, and snacks. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.

Logiwa

Venture Round in 2018
Logiwa is a cloud-based software company specializing in warehouse and inventory management solutions tailored for retail, e-commerce, and third-party logistics (3PL) businesses. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Logiwa offers an integrated fulfillment platform designed to streamline operations for high-volume direct-to-consumer brands and wholesalers. The platform addresses common challenges faced by traditional warehouse management systems by facilitating quick integration with various online stores and marketplaces, allowing businesses to manage their digital warehouses efficiently. Logiwa's software enhances supply chain management by synchronizing inventory and orders, improving shipment visibility, and optimizing workforce productivity across multiple sales channels. Its clientele includes major players like Amazon, eBay, Shopify, and UPS, reflecting its significant presence in the e-commerce and logistics sectors.

Worklete

Series A in 2018
Worklete is the habit and skill-building application for today’s frontline workforce. Based on 40 years of training and safety experience with frontline teams, the Worklete platform uses data to engineer out the human coach. Worklete provides users an always-on mobile coach for a personalized learning experience to build lasting habits and reduce the risk of injury. The company has helped their clients such as Penske Logistics, Hub Group Trucking, Sierra Nevada Brewing, and Nestle Waters reduce upwards of 50% of annual injuries, saving tens of millions of dollars in injury-related costs and inefficiencies while helping hard-working folks on the frontline stay employed and return home healthy. Worklete is headquartered in San Francisco and has secured $8M in funding from Trinity Ventures, Launch Capital, RiverPark Ventures, and Kapor Capital. To learn more, visit http://worklete.com/.

Involve.ai

Seed Round in 2018
Involve is a customer intelligence platform that uses artificial intelligence to help businesses accelerate growth from existing data. It organizes all customer data and interactions in a single dashboard to quickly predict customer health, stop customers from leaving, and expand them to increase revenue.

Toka

Seed Round in 2018
Toka Group, founded in 2018 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, specializes in developing intelligence gathering technologies aimed at enhancing homeland security. The company focuses on creating tailored ecosystems of cyber capabilities and software products for governmental, law enforcement, and security agencies. Toka's technologies provide software-based platforms that facilitate intelligence gathering, enabling agencies to make informed decisions swiftly and accurately. By strengthening cyber defenses, Toka assists its clients in combating terrorism and cybercrime effectively.

Modumate

Seed Round in 2018
Modumate is a next-generation 3D design tool helping to modernize architects' workflows, including automation of drafting. The tool automatically creates, annotates, and updates your permit and construction drawings. They making architects 10x more productive and helping them design 10x better buildings. Modumate offers software application for designing and customization of building exteriors and interiors, as well as enables users to tag and schedule display data from the data-complete objects of design. It was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California, United States.

Inbox Health

Seed Round in 2018
Inbox Health Corp. is a digital healthcare company that focuses on improving patient communication regarding medical billing in the United States. Established in 2014 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, the company offers a platform that automates the patient communication process through bi-directional correspondence and advanced technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform helps patients better understand their medical bills and provides various payment options. By analyzing data from its customer base, Inbox Health enables medical billers to customize the billing and communication experience for each patient, thereby enhancing collections and overall patient satisfaction. The company's mission is to reduce administrative inefficiencies in healthcare by streamlining the billing and payment processes for patients.

InvolveSoft

Venture Round in 2018
InvolveSoft provides mobile-based workforce communication solutions to help companies enhance their employee engagement program through workplace giving and volunteering. Its solutions help clients streamline corporate giving and also allow them to measure, track, and evaluate all their programs through a single dashboard. This helps brands increase employee retention and customer loyalty while reaching new revenue sources by doing good in the community.

Carpe

Seed Round in 2018
Carpe manufactures an over-the-counter antiperspirant hand and foot lotion that is dermatologist-recommended, 100% non-irritating, and clinically proven to help reduce sweat.

ClearGov

Venture Round in 2018
ClearGov Inc. is a provider of a Software-as-a-Service financial transparency and budgeting platform tailored for local governments and their residents in several states, including California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Maynard, Massachusetts, the company offers a suite of tools that includes financial forecasting, peer-to-peer benchmarking, and collaborative budgeting. Its platform transforms complex financial data into interactive infographics, facilitating better decision-making and communication between local governments and their communities. ClearGov's solutions are designed to streamline the budget process by automating workflows, enhancing collaboration, and centralizing data, making them accessible for municipalities of all sizes. The company has been recognized for its innovation and workplace culture, earning accolades such as inclusion in the "GovTech 100" and being recognized as one of Boston's most innovative companies.

Citruslabs

Seed Round in 2018
Citruslabs is a provider of a clinical trials and healthcare technology platform that assists research organizations in patient recruitment and retention for clinical studies. The company operates a health-application network that offers users engaging content related to physical exercises, nutrition, and games. This platform educates users on the risks and benefits of participating in clinical trials, facilitating informed decision-making. By providing this valuable data to clients, Citruslabs enables healthcare organizations to efficiently identify and pre-screen qualified candidates for trials, thereby streamlining the recruitment process. With a commitment to supporting both small and large research initiatives, Citruslabs plays a vital role in enhancing the clinical research landscape.

BioRez

Series C in 2018
Biorez, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the development of bioresorbable scaffold implants aimed at regenerating functional tissue in vivo. Founded in 2008 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Biorez offers innovative products such as an off-the-shelf implant for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, which eliminates the need for harvesting donor tissue and serves as a superior alternative to cadaver-based materials. The company's technology utilizes a degradable polymer, specifically PLLA, to create implants that stabilize surgical repairs and facilitate the body's natural tissue regeneration, thereby enhancing musculoskeletal outcomes. Among its product lineup is the L-C Ligament® and the biorez GRAFT™, an FDA-cleared device designed for soft tissue augmentation of the rotator cuff. By leveraging this technology, Biorez aims to accelerate patient recovery and improve surgical outcomes in orthopedic procedures.

Zagster

Series C in 2018
Zagster Inc. specializes in designing, building, and operating bike-sharing programs for various entities, including universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and residential communities across North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company provides a comprehensive bike-sharing solution that encompasses system design, installation, sharing technology, maintenance, and rider support services. Zagster's mobile application allows users to unlock, ride, and return bikes conveniently, enhancing accessibility to biking as a form of transportation. The company also offers services for shared scooters and electric bikes, catering to communities of all sizes and aiming to promote biking as a preferred mode of transport.

Love Stories TV

Seed Round in 2018
Love Stories TV is a video-powered marketplace for wedding planning. We connect couples with the ideas, products, and services they need for their weddings. We connect wedding businesses with a pipeline of customers.

MarketMuse

Seed Round in 2018
MarketMuse, Inc. develops an artificial intelligence-driven content intelligence and strategy platform that assists users in researching, planning, creating, and optimizing content. The platform offers comprehensive workflows that cover the entire content life cycle, making it valuable for SEOs, content strategists, editors, and marketers. By analyzing extensive web data, MarketMuse's solution helps generate articles designed to enhance search traffic and user engagement. Founded in 2013 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company was previously known as Informite Inc.

Elsen

Seed Round in 2017
Elsen Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing a cloud-based high-performance computing platform designed for financial applications. The company's platform-as-a-service solution enables large financial institutions to efficiently manage, access, and utilize vast quantities of data. By leveraging an accelerated computing engine and graphical processing unit-based algorithms, Elsen helps businesses optimize their data, resources, and vendor relationships. This allows financial firms to make informed decisions more quickly and achieve improved insights and return on investment.

Amastan Technologies

Series B in 2017
Amastan Technologies LLC specializes in the development, commercialization and implementation of plasma technologies for the production and processing of nanomaterials. Amastan proudly relies on its highly educated scientists and engineers who combine industry and academic experience in a variety of fields such as plasma physics and plasma chemistry, industrial processes, material sciences, and engineering.

6K

Series B in 2017
6K is a company that specializes in advanced microwave plasma technology to develop engineered materials for various industries, including additive manufacturing, renewable energy, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, 6K focuses on sustainability while producing high-quality materials tailored to specific industry needs. Its proprietary Unimelt systems significantly accelerate production times, transforming battery cathode material manufacturing from days to mere seconds, while reducing energy consumption by two-thirds and generating no wastewater. Additionally, in the realm of additive manufacturing, 6K creates premium powders from certified millings and turnings, utilizing sustainable input streams and producing only the necessary sizes to minimize waste. Through its innovative processes, 6K provides companies with unprecedented access to materials engineering, enabling the creation of a new range of commercial and consumer products.

Lumicell

Series C in 2017
Lumicell, Inc. specializes in developing image-guided cancer surgery solutions aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes for patients with various types of cancer, including breast cancer and sarcoma. The company has created an intraoperative imaging system that utilizes a handheld device in conjunction with a cancer-specific optical contrast agent. This system provides real-time visual feedback on the presence of residual cancer cells within the tumor bed, allowing surgeons to effectively remove any remaining cancerous tissue during the procedure. By illuminating cancer cells, Lumicell's technology aims to minimize the need for repeat surgeries due to positive margins and local recurrence, thereby improving patient outcomes. The company is also exploring applications of its technology in other cancers, such as colorectal cancer and pancreatic cancer. Founded in 2008 and based in Wellesley, Massachusetts, Lumicell continues to advance its clinical investigations to validate the effectiveness and safety of its innovative surgical solutions.

ViralGains

Series B in 2017
ViralGains, Inc. is a video marketing platform that assists advertising agencies and brands in effectively reaching their target audiences. Founded in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company specializes in distributing and marketing viral video content to enhance consumer engagement. Its platform integrates video into various online destinations, including blogs, social games, and social news, utilizing influencers to amplify reach. Additionally, ViralGains leverages zero-party data through interactive ads and surveys, enabling brands to discover and nurture both new and returning customers. By measuring consumer interactions with video content, the platform allows marketers to connect with audiences through relevant brand stories in preferred contexts.

Minibar Delivery

Seed Round in 2017
Minibar Delivery is a marketplace that specializes in the on-demand delivery of wine, spirits, beer, and mixers. By connecting consumers with local liquor stores, vineyards, and bartenders, it provides a convenient platform for customers to access a wide selection of premium products. The service is available in over 30 cities, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington D.C., Miami, and Dallas, offering users an efficient way to order alcohol much like they would for food or transportation. Minibar Delivery aims to enhance the shopping experience by delivering quality beverages directly to consumers' doors.

BentoBox

Series A in 2017
BentoBox CMS Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed a mobile operations platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of restaurants. Founded in 2013, BentoBox provides tools to automate various tasks, including menu updates, social media management, event promotion, and gift card sales. Its platform also features functionalities such as search engine optimization, newsletter sign-up, and one-click reservations, all designed to facilitate direct interactions between restaurants and their customers. By enabling restaurants to manage their online presence and revenue streams more effectively, BentoBox disrupts traditional third-party services, allowing dining establishments to prioritize their relationship with guests and drive higher profit margins through their own websites.

Karmic Labs

Series B in 2017
Karmic Labs, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing smart payment cards designed to streamline funding distribution workflows. Founded in 2014, Karmic offers corporate cards and modern applications that assist users in managing expenses effectively. The company's integrated payment and expense management solutions cater to both small and large financial institutions, as well as various expense management clients. By focusing on ease of enrollment, payment processing, and real-time mobile experiences, Karmic enables businesses to save time and money while maintaining control over their financial operations.

JOANY

Series A in 2017
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.

PeopleGrove

Seed Round in 2017
PeopleGrove Inc. is an educational platform based in San Francisco, California, that supports the entire student lifecycle in higher education. Founded in 2014, the company offers a centralized platform used by over 650 institutions worldwide to enhance engagement from prospective students to alumni. PeopleGrove facilitates access to mentorship, college navigation, and career support services, thereby helping students persist to graduation, explore career opportunities, and build professional networks. The platform leverages AI and machine learning to provide personalized support, improving student career readiness and confidence. Additionally, PeopleGrove offers solutions for admissions, student services, alumni engagement, and industry partnerships, aiming to increase student retention and foster philanthropy. The platform also supports experiential and project-based learning, ensuring every learner has access to the necessary networks and resources for success. Its mentorship and advising tools have been effectively implemented at prestigious institutions such as Stanford and K-State.

Repsly

Seed Round in 2017
Repsly is a retail execution software that empowers CPG teams to achieve peak performance in the field. Repsly’s powerful manager’s dashboard equips teams with the data they need to uncover opportunities at retail, and the tools they need to deploy their team to take the right action in the store. Repsly’s best-in-class mobile app empowers retail execution specialists to have the biggest possible impact on sales while equipping reps with the customizable data collection tools they need to report real-time insights from the field. Repsly is the only retail execution solution to centralize brands’ sales, field activity, and in-store data, connecting store-level activities with their impact on sales. More than 1,000 field teams in over 80 countries drive execution and sales in the field with Repsly.

Mendel.ai

Seed Round in 2017
Mendel is a clinical AI platform for life sciences and healthcare organizations that deciphers health data with clinician-like logic. It indexes structured and unstructured data and replaces the complexity of querying with the simplicity of chatting.

HLTH

Venture Round in 2017
HLTH is a prominent event focused on healthcare innovation, designed to facilitate collaboration among key stakeholders in the industry. It serves as a large-scale forum where individuals, companies, policymakers, and investors come together to address pressing issues, share insights, and explore solutions aimed at improving healthcare quality and reducing costs. The event attracts a diverse range of participants, including established payers, providers, employers, and disruptive startups, as well as representatives from government, media, and analysts. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, HLTH acts as a catalyst for transformation within the healthcare sector during a time of significant change.

Duo AI

Seed Round in 2017
Duo AI is a software development company that develops advanced AI systems for homes.

Bunker

Series A in 2017
Bunker is a prominent provider of insurance compliance and verification solutions. The company has developed a digital business insurance platform that enhances contract-related insurance experiences for enterprises, suppliers, and independent contractors. By offering a comprehensive marketplace for contract-related insurance, Bunker identifies small business insurance buyers and delivers tailored policies precisely when needed. The platform integrates Smart Certificate of Insurance (COI) screening and compliance verification, streamlining the insurance process for its users. Through its innovative approach, Bunker aims to improve the overall insurance experience, particularly in the context of contingent staffing models.

Shine

Seed Round in 2017
Shine is a developer of a self-care communication application designed to make well-being accessible. Their application is a messaging bot that gives out life advice and positive reinforcements including actionable tips based on confidence, daily happiness, mental health, productivity, and self-care audio challenges to grow on the go through sms texts on a daily basis, enabling people with anxiety and depression to get career and life advice to take proper care of themselves.

Jovo

Convertible Note in 2017
Jovo is a development framework for cross-platform voice apps like Alexa Skills and Actions for Google Assistant, and Google Home.

Sea Machines Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Sea Machines Robotics, Inc. is an autonomous technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine and boating industries. Founded in 2014, the company creates advanced control systems designed to improve operational safety and efficiency for various marine applications. Its product lineup includes the SM300, which allows for remote command of vessels; the SM200, facilitating integrated control for collaborative operations; and the SM400, an AI-powered situational awareness system tailored for container ships. Additionally, the company offers the RC NXT, a remote command system for existing and new marine vessels, and the DP-NXT, which enables traditional vessels to operate with minimal or no crew onboard. Sea Machines Robotics also provides solutions for unmanned applications, including bathymetric survey vessels and subsea asset inspections, focusing on sectors such as shipping, offshore energy, and maritime logistics.

Freight Farms

Venture Round in 2017
Freight Farms, Inc. specializes in manufacturing hydroponic crop production units using up-cycled shipping containers. Their flagship product, the Leafy Green Machine, is a pre-assembled system that allows for the commercial-scale production of various crops, including herbs, lettuces, and hearty greens, regardless of climate or season. This innovative approach addresses food accessibility in regions where traditional farming is impractical, promoting the establishment of local food economies and sustainable food systems. Freight Farms serves a diverse clientele, including business owners, soil farmers, corporations, educational institutions, municipalities, and non-profits across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company is committed to providing fresh, quality, and affordable food options to enhance food security.

Worklete

Venture Round in 2017
Worklete is the habit and skill-building application for today’s frontline workforce. Based on 40 years of training and safety experience with frontline teams, the Worklete platform uses data to engineer out the human coach. Worklete provides users an always-on mobile coach for a personalized learning experience to build lasting habits and reduce the risk of injury. The company has helped their clients such as Penske Logistics, Hub Group Trucking, Sierra Nevada Brewing, and Nestle Waters reduce upwards of 50% of annual injuries, saving tens of millions of dollars in injury-related costs and inefficiencies while helping hard-working folks on the frontline stay employed and return home healthy. Worklete is headquartered in San Francisco and has secured $8M in funding from Trinity Ventures, Launch Capital, RiverPark Ventures, and Kapor Capital. To learn more, visit http://worklete.com/.

Inbox Health

Seed Round in 2017
Inbox Health Corp. is a digital healthcare company that focuses on improving patient communication regarding medical billing in the United States. Established in 2014 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, the company offers a platform that automates the patient communication process through bi-directional correspondence and advanced technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform helps patients better understand their medical bills and provides various payment options. By analyzing data from its customer base, Inbox Health enables medical billers to customize the billing and communication experience for each patient, thereby enhancing collections and overall patient satisfaction. The company's mission is to reduce administrative inefficiencies in healthcare by streamlining the billing and payment processes for patients.

Pollen

Seed Round in 2017
Pollen enables retailers to serve highly targeted ads to new customers through Facebook and Display networks. They leverage consumers’ browsing, buying, and abandonment behavior so you can engage consumers who are interested in purchasing your specific products.

ReThink Medical

Series A in 2017
ReThink Medical, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of a wrist-worn monitoring device. Founded in 2010 and now a subsidiary of Terumo Corporation, ReThink Medical focuses on predicting and preventing heart failure hospitalizations through continuous physiological monitoring and advanced machine learning algorithms. Its flagship product, CorBand™, is designed to detect and notify users of worsening heart conditions weeks in advance, even before noticeable symptoms emerge. This proactive approach emphasizes compliance, simplicity, and accuracy, aiming to improve quality of life for patients while significantly reducing healthcare costs. The device monitors key indicators such as heartbeat rate and fluid status, enabling timely intervention and management of heart-related disorders.

Breezeway

Seed Round in 2016
Breezeway Homes, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing intelligent property maintenance and home management software. Founded in 2015, Breezeway offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the coordination, communication, and verification of property care tasks. Its software is designed to enhance operational efficiency for various sectors, including vacation rentals, residential rentals, corporate housing, hotels, and cleaning services. The platform enables property managers and owners to automate tasks, conduct inspections, monitor property readiness, and communicate seamlessly with both internal staff and external service partners. By leveraging advanced technology for task management and scheduling, Breezeway helps businesses maintain their properties effectively while improving client satisfaction.

SquareFoot

Venture Round in 2016
SquareFoot serves companies that are looking for their next office and care deeply about finding the right next home. Growing companies require flexible lease options, a stress-free process, and transparency throughout the leasing journey. SquareFoot provides a seamless experience supported by easy-to-use technology and a highly responsive team of real estate professionals working to match specific client needs with a strong knowledge of what the market has to offer at any given moment.

Spoiler Alert

Seed Round in 2016
Spoiler Alert is a Boston-based software company that specializes in helping perishable consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands manage excess and slow-moving inventory. The company focuses on the manufacturing and distribution levels, providing a B2B sales platform that streamlines the liquidation processes for food and beverage brands. This platform facilitates transactions across a private network of discount retailers and nonprofit organizations, with the aims of maximizing value recovery and enhancing customer relationships. By digitizing traditionally manual sales processes, Spoiler Alert improves the efficiency of sales and supply chain managers. Founded by MIT alumni, the company collaborates with major brands such as Campbell's, Danone, and Kraft Heinz, while also supporting a growing network of discount channels dedicated to increasing food access and minimizing waste.

JOANY

Seed Round in 2016
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.

Wivity

Convertible Note in 2016
Wivity Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the manufacture of sockets and modems that facilitate connectivity across various networks throughout the product life cycle. In addition to hardware, Wivity offers development boards that integrate sockets and modems into devices and provide expansion slots for Wi-Fi devices to enhance cellular connectivity. The company also focuses on governance frameworks and SaaS infrastructure tailored for Web3 collaborations, serving as the backbone for initiatives such as the cybersecurity certification program by SunSpec Alliance and the governance framework for OMA3. By combining best practices from consortiums with decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) mechanics, Wivity supports industries in implementing and managing decentralized infrastructure effectively.

Promoboxx

Series A in 2016
Promoboxx Inc. operates a brand-to-retailer marketing platform that facilitates collaboration between brands and their independent retailers through customized online campaigns. Established in 2009 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the platform allows brands to select participating retailers, validate their information, and schedule engagement actions such as sharing reminders. Retail partners can customize the national marketing content to better suit their local stores. Promoboxx supports brands in driving traffic to their campaigns while providing retailers with tools and analytics to track engagement levels, campaign views, social shares, and lead counts. With over 85 prominent brands, including The North Face and New Balance, the platform has successfully delivered more than 3 million campaigns across 27,000 retailers, enhancing brand-compliant digital marketing and improving business outcomes.

Oshen

Convertible Note in 2016
Oshen Inc. operates a messaging platform designed for business-to-customer communication, enabling organizations to engage with their customers through SMS texting. Founded in 2014 and based in Westwood, Massachusetts, Oshen combines SMS texting servers with a user-friendly interface that allows businesses to manage contacts, schedule appointments, accept payments, and send updates. Its communication dashboard offers a range of messaging features, facilitating efficient interactions across various industries while prioritizing user privacy. Oshen provides multiple subscription plans, including starter, premium, and enterprise options, catering to organizations of different sizes looking to enhance their customer engagement through text messaging.

sourceeasy

Seed Round in 2016
Sourceeasy is building a global framework to power apparel manufacturing and distribution. That framework consists of: - digitizing styles and its components to a mix-and-match array. - powering volume to create predictable vendor and factory behavior. - building a SaaS platform to automate manufacturing and distribution of apparel. The Sourceeasy platform indexes every style of clothing we make the first time and puts it on "Speed Dial" to vendors, turning garment production into a simple mouse click. We turn small batch, quick turn manufacturing into a predictable, repeatable, scalable process for Brands and Retailers in the $300B Fast Fashion Industry. Sourceasy was launched by Pranay Srinivasan, and Chirag Chamoli, in March 2013 and is operated from San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Shanghai, Hyderabad and Ho Chi Minh City.

Worklete

Funding Round in 2016
Worklete is the habit and skill-building application for today’s frontline workforce. Based on 40 years of training and safety experience with frontline teams, the Worklete platform uses data to engineer out the human coach. Worklete provides users an always-on mobile coach for a personalized learning experience to build lasting habits and reduce the risk of injury. The company has helped their clients such as Penske Logistics, Hub Group Trucking, Sierra Nevada Brewing, and Nestle Waters reduce upwards of 50% of annual injuries, saving tens of millions of dollars in injury-related costs and inefficiencies while helping hard-working folks on the frontline stay employed and return home healthy. Worklete is headquartered in San Francisco and has secured $8M in funding from Trinity Ventures, Launch Capital, RiverPark Ventures, and Kapor Capital. To learn more, visit http://worklete.com/.

Airfox

Seed Round in 2016
Airfox is a financial technology company focused on enhancing financial inclusion for underbanked populations in emerging economies. With a presence in Boston and São Paulo, Airfox seeks to establish a new financial services model that democratizes access to capital through a mobile-first solution. The company connects mobile airtime sponsors with prepaid mobile subscribers, allowing users to earn AirTokens that can be converted into mobile airtime. By leveraging this innovative approach, Airfox aims to provide essential financial services and improve mobile access for underserved communities.

iQuartic

Venture Round in 2016
iQuartic, Inc. develops cloud-based platforms aimed at enhancing data management within the healthcare industry. The company's technology facilitates electronic health record (EHR) and claims auditing, quality benchmarking, population health management, and risk profiling. Key offerings include the iQ EHR Network, which integrates disparate electronic medical record (EMR) systems; iQ EHR Auditing, which employs advanced analytics to identify inconsistencies in EHR and claims data; and iQ ACO Software, designed for accountable care organizations to gain insights into patient networks. Additional products include the EHR Data Auditor, which models patient behavior to identify under-reported cases, and the Diabetes Management Scorecard for assessing diabetes management across various EMRs. iQuartic also provides tools for chronic disease management, predicting hospital readmissions, and profiling clinicians. Established in 2012, the company operates from Boston, Massachusetts.

Aizon

Convertible Note in 2016
Aizon, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a Software-as-a-Service platform aimed at optimizing manufacturing processes within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. The platform utilizes advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance operations across the supply chain, from research and development to patient dispensing. Aizon's offerings include batch process optimization, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis, all designed to ensure compliance with stringent regulatory standards. By integrating various sources of structured and unstructured data, the platform provides actionable insights that enhance operational intelligence and improve overall manufacturing efficiency. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Aizon also maintains an office in Barcelona, Spain.

Bunker

Seed Round in 2016
Bunker is a prominent provider of insurance compliance and verification solutions. The company has developed a digital business insurance platform that enhances contract-related insurance experiences for enterprises, suppliers, and independent contractors. By offering a comprehensive marketplace for contract-related insurance, Bunker identifies small business insurance buyers and delivers tailored policies precisely when needed. The platform integrates Smart Certificate of Insurance (COI) screening and compliance verification, streamlining the insurance process for its users. Through its innovative approach, Bunker aims to improve the overall insurance experience, particularly in the context of contingent staffing models.

Pilotly

Seed Round in 2016
Pilotly enables media publishers to run digital focus groups at scale with precise audience segmentation. Our research solution is composed of a multi-platform video portal / APIs, interactive engagement tools for viewers, and dynamic reporting for clients. Our platform collects data and displays it instantly to an online dashboard. Today content creators waste nearly a billion dollars a year on videos that either never find an audience or never find proper distribution. Pilotly helps creators make better business decisions based on actual viewer data from their target audience. Unlike current pilot tests that only offer reporting once, we are able to publish updated reports with actionable insights on-demand. Furthermore, our viewers remain within Pilotly to watch many pilots; so over time, we better understand their preferences as they increase their engagement with our platform. We are building the big data pipeline behind media entertainment. Try it, www.pilot.ly

Wivity

Convertible Note in 2016
Wivity Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the manufacture of sockets and modems that facilitate connectivity across various networks throughout the product life cycle. In addition to hardware, Wivity offers development boards that integrate sockets and modems into devices and provide expansion slots for Wi-Fi devices to enhance cellular connectivity. The company also focuses on governance frameworks and SaaS infrastructure tailored for Web3 collaborations, serving as the backbone for initiatives such as the cybersecurity certification program by SunSpec Alliance and the governance framework for OMA3. By combining best practices from consortiums with decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) mechanics, Wivity supports industries in implementing and managing decentralized infrastructure effectively.

Vyv

Seed Round in 2016
Vyv, formerly known as Vital Vio, Inc., specializes in the design and manufacture of antimicrobial lighting systems under the VioSafe brand. The company produces a range of products, including under cabinet lights, T8 replacement bulbs, and various types of LED luminaires, all engineered to combat infectious pathogens. These innovative lighting solutions are employed in diverse commercial environments such as hospitals, laboratories, food storage facilities, gyms, and schools, among others. Vyv's technology leverages visible light to disrupt the cell membranes of harmful bacteria and viruses, providing a continuous method for infection control. Established in 2012 and based in Troy, New York, the company serves a broad clientele, including notable institutions like Duke University and UCLA Health, and also explores licensing opportunities for consumer and residential applications.

JOANY

Seed Round in 2016
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.

Compology

Series A in 2016
Compology Inc. specializes in providing innovative technology solutions for the waste management industry. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, the company offers WasteOS, a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform that integrates ultra-durable sensors to monitor the fullness of waste containers. This system allows waste management companies to optimize their collection routes and enhance operational efficiency by focusing on areas that generate more waste. Compology's services also include automated rightsizing, contamination recognition, and haul management, aimed at improving the overall performance and sustainability of waste services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including haulers, waste generators, and municipalities across the United States, helping them achieve more effective and environmentally responsible waste management practices.

Block Six Analytics

Seed Round in 2016
Block Six Analytics LLC is a technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in providing analytics-driven solutions for sports sponsorship management. Established in 2010, the company offers a suite of web-based applications designed to help sports organizations optimize their sponsorship, media, ticketing, and event activities. Its flagship product, the Partnership Scoreboard, utilizes proprietary valuation models to quantify sponsorship value and identify engagement opportunities for corporate partners. The platform includes various tools such as a partnership analytics dashboard, an eCommerce portal, and a marketplace that connects teams with brands and agencies. By delivering insights into the effectiveness of sponsorship investments, Block Six Analytics enables clients to enhance their return on investment across multiple advertising channels within the sports industry.

Tenacity

Seed Round in 2016
Tenacity provides innovative employee engagement tools aimed at enhancing the workplace experience within contact centers. By addressing fundamental issues that hinder employee well-being, Tenacity employs automated social engineering techniques to foster meaningful connections among agents. The platform reduces stress and promotes a positive work atmosphere, contributing to higher retention rates and improved performance among customer service employees. Ultimately, Tenacity focuses on creating healthier corporate environments that not only boost productivity but also enrich the overall employee experience.

Talla

Venture Round in 2016
Talla, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Brookline, Massachusetts, specializes in developing an AI and automation platform aimed at enhancing customer support services. The company offers a comprehensive IT Service Management (ITSM) solution that automates support workflows, allowing users to efficiently access accurate answers to inquiries while simultaneously boosting customer satisfaction and support team productivity. Talla's platform is designed to manage and prioritize requests, automate responses to frequently asked questions, and provide proactive employee education, all within chat applications. Unlike its competitors, Talla's technology improves over time through machine learning and seamlessly integrates with various tools essential for support teams.

ViralGains

Series A in 2016
ViralGains, Inc. is a video marketing platform that assists advertising agencies and brands in effectively reaching their target audiences. Founded in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company specializes in distributing and marketing viral video content to enhance consumer engagement. Its platform integrates video into various online destinations, including blogs, social games, and social news, utilizing influencers to amplify reach. Additionally, ViralGains leverages zero-party data through interactive ads and surveys, enabling brands to discover and nurture both new and returning customers. By measuring consumer interactions with video content, the platform allows marketers to connect with audiences through relevant brand stories in preferred contexts.

SemiProbe

Seed Round in 2015
SemiProbe, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing probing, inspection, and test solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry. The company offers a range of systems, including manual, semiautomatic, and fully automatic options, capable of handling substrates from individual die to over 450 mm wafers. Additionally, it provides specialty probers for unique testing requirements, along with software solutions such as PILOT control software for communication with various test equipment and SPCal for probe system calibration. SemiProbe products cater to diverse applications, including device characterization, failure analysis, and testing in fields like MEMS, nanotechnology, optoelectronics, and photovoltaics. The company serves a global clientele, which includes universities, government research labs, and semiconductor firms, and has established a significant presence with hundreds of installed systems worldwide. Founded in 2005, SemiProbe is based in Winooski, Vermont.

sourceeasy

Seed Round in 2015
Sourceeasy is building a global framework to power apparel manufacturing and distribution. That framework consists of: - digitizing styles and its components to a mix-and-match array. - powering volume to create predictable vendor and factory behavior. - building a SaaS platform to automate manufacturing and distribution of apparel. The Sourceeasy platform indexes every style of clothing we make the first time and puts it on "Speed Dial" to vendors, turning garment production into a simple mouse click. We turn small batch, quick turn manufacturing into a predictable, repeatable, scalable process for Brands and Retailers in the $300B Fast Fashion Industry. Sourceasy was launched by Pranay Srinivasan, and Chirag Chamoli, in March 2013 and is operated from San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Shanghai, Hyderabad and Ho Chi Minh City.

TearSolutions

Series A in 2015
TearSolutions, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, focused on developing innovative therapies for dry eye conditions. Founded in 2013, the company is advancing Lacripep, a synthetic peptide derived from the natural tear protein lacritin, aimed at treating dry eyes, particularly in patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome. Lacripep is designed to preserve the biological activity of natural tear components while promoting healing of the corneal surface and alleviating symptoms without irritation. Currently, the company is conducting phase II human clinical trials to further validate its approach. TearSolutions employs an outsourcing model for its operations, emphasizing efficiency and scalability in the development and production of its therapies.

ClientSuccess

Seed Round in 2015
ClientSuccess, Inc. is a company that specializes in customer success management software tailored for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) businesses globally. Founded in 2014 and based in American Fork, Utah, ClientSuccess offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance post-sales customer relationships and drive retention and growth. Key features include SuccessScore, which assesses overall customer health, and SuccessCycle, a tool that helps define and measure success throughout the customer lifecycle. The platform also includes solutions for customer engagement, subscription management, and analytics, enabling teams to track customer interactions and identify opportunities for expansion. Additionally, the Support View application integrates with existing customer support systems to ensure prompt assistance for customers, while customizable scorecards allow users to monitor strategic goals. ClientSuccess provides a holistic approach to customer management, equipping organizations with the insights and tools needed to foster a culture of success and improve customer relationships.

Tulip

Seed Round in 2015
Tulipclean.com FDA Approved formula, for a clean you expect, but a taste you do not.

Shoptalk

Seed Round in 2015
Shoptalk is a leading global conference focused on retail and ecommerce, designed to explore innovations and trends shaping the industry. It brings together a diverse array of participants, including established retailers, direct-to-consumer brands, tech startups, venture capitalists, media, and real estate developers. The event features a comprehensive agenda with renowned speakers and offers various formats such as sessions, roundtables, and networking opportunities. By facilitating connections among industry professionals, Shoptalk enables businesses and individuals to share insights and forge partnerships, ultimately supporting growth and expansion within the retail sector.

Ask.Vet

Seed Round in 2015
Vet24seven, Inc. introduces Ask.Vet, the online community where veterinarians engage and interact with animal owners to provide trusted, expert advice, information, & resources that help them with the care, health, and well-being of their animals. Ask.Vet was designed as the ‘go-to’ destination for the two hundred million households with animals around the world. Questions are routed to a licensed veterinarian who is trained to educate, direct, and refer the client to a veterinarian, veterinary hospital, or other service providers nearby for diagnosis, treatment, and care. Veterinarians, clinics, and product/service providers will pay a referral free to Ask.Vet for qualified leads.

Helix

Series A in 2015
Helix is a prominent population genomics company that focuses on integrating genomic data into clinical care, research, and public health. Its comprehensive platform facilitates large-scale genetic analysis and actionable insights, serving health systems, life sciences companies, payers, and government organizations. Helix operates one of the largest CLIA and CAP-certified next-generation sequencing laboratories and employs its proprietary Exome+™ assay to support various aspects of population genomics. This includes recruitment and engagement, clinically actionable disease screening, and the return of results, as well as basic and translational research. By advancing genomic research and enhancing patient care, Helix plays a critical role in shaping healthcare through genetics.

Birds and Fellows by Glam+Go Saloon

Angel Round in 2015
Glam&Go makes beauty convenient via on demand access to premier blowouts where and when you need them most. Set up in fitness centers, hotels, residences, corporate towers, or we’ll come to you, our members consistently enjoy luxe quality and a pampered experience across 12 prime locations in New York and Miami, with more to be added soon. Book appointments online or through the Glam&Go mobile application, available on iTunes. Women can now be busy, live glamorously and stop being held hostage by their hair. For more information visit www.glamandgo.com.
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