Michigan Angel Fund

Kuhmute Inc. designs and manufactures multi-modal charging hubs for micromobility vehicles, including e-scooters, e-bikes, and autonomous delivery robots. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Flint, Michigan, with additional offices in Jersey City and Grand Haven, the company focuses on creating vehicle-to-grid hubs that support cities and mobility service providers in serving their communities. Kuhmute's advanced charging network is tailored for environments such as universities, resorts, and multi-family properties, emphasizing safety and security. The company offers a range of solutions from basic outdoor charging options to comprehensive compliance and enforcement systems, addressing the unique needs of various campus settings. Its reliable and organized charging service facilitates the use of personal electric vehicles, enhancing the overall experience for users.

Genomenon develops software tools to rapidly and autonomously prioritize data points for decision-making. It revolutionizes the way genetic diagnoses and discoveries are made. The company’s suite of diagnostic and discovery tools enable physicians, pharma, and researchers to quickly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic-sequencing datasets. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

AdAdapted is a digital engagement and insights platform for CPG brands and agencies. Its platform offers CPG brands the ability to directly target their primary consumers in the apps they use to plan and shop. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Facility Health, Inc. is a company that specializes in facility condition assessments and the development of a technology platform designed for healthcare systems to monitor their infrastructure effectively and prioritize necessary repairs. Established in 2016 and based in Belmont, Michigan, the company offers a range of services including design, construction, and facility management, with a focus on optimizing asset management through comprehensive data analysis. Its flagship technology, Origin, enables real-time analysis of asset and facility health, helping clients to rank and prioritize maintenance needs, optimize preventative maintenance investments, and assess risks associated with infrastructure components. Additionally, the Facility Health Index provides users with a unified dashboard to manage both tactical and strategic aspects of facility operations. By combining software with engineering services, Facility Health aids facility managers in transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance strategies, ultimately enhancing capital planning and asset lifecycle management.

Ripple Science Corporation specializes in developing web-based software aimed at enhancing the recruitment and management of participants in clinical, translational, and social science studies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company offers solutions that streamline various aspects of the research process, including participant tracking, recruitment campaign management, and task management. Ripple Science's flagship product, Ripple SaaS, leverages sales and marketing automation tools to expedite participant recruitment, significantly benefiting academic researchers and clinical trial sites. Currently, its software is utilized by over 75 academic and research centers globally, including prestigious institutions such as Johns Hopkins University and the University of California, Los Angeles. By addressing the challenges of patient recruitment and engagement, Ripple Science enables researchers to enhance communication and collaboration, leading to more efficient study operations and quicker completion times.

SkySpecs, Inc. specializes in developing unmanned aerial vehicles and associated technologies to automate operations and maintenance within the wind energy sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the company offers a range of services including analytics, engineering projects, and wind turbine blade services. Its solutions feature collaborative software for data management and analysis, digitization of data, and comprehensive planning for repair campaigns. SkySpecs also provides Horizon, a reporting and collaboration tool that serves as a central repository for blade operation and maintenance data, facilitating streamlined tasks and communication with third parties. The company's focus is on enhancing productivity, efficiency, and returns for its clients in renewable energy asset management.

Ocuphire Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, that specializes in developing and commercializing therapies for various ophthalmic disorders. The company’s lead product candidate is Nyxol, a once-daily preservative-free eye drop formulation designed to treat conditions such as dim light vision disturbances, pharmacologically-induced mydriasis, and presbyopia. Nyxol is currently in late-stage clinical development, supported by extensive safety and efficacy data from previous trials. Additionally, Ocuphire is advancing APX3330, an oral tablet aimed at addressing diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema, which is in Phase 2 clinical development. The company is also exploring opportunities to acquire further ophthalmic assets and seeks strategic partnerships for global commercialization of its products.

Naveego, Inc. is a software company based in Traverse City, Michigan, that specializes in cloud-based solutions for managing data accuracy across various enterprise sources in real-time. The company offers The Complete Data Accuracy Platform, which consolidates stored data into a single, business-centric format, ensuring that clean and analytics-ready data is readily available to organizations. In addition to this platform, Naveego provides The Naveego Accelerator, a tool for assessing data health by connecting two data sources. Serving sectors such as healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, IT services, retail, and energy, Naveego focuses on enabling businesses to detect and eliminate data inaccuracies swiftly, thereby enhancing the integrity and usability of their data for applications like ERP and CRM. Founded in 2012, Naveego aims to facilitate the seamless movement of data across various applications, ensuring that organizations have access to trustworthy information when needed.

Shoptelligence Inc. is a company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that operates an AI-powered style discovery platform designed to enhance the shopping experience for customers and drive sales for retailers. Founded in 2018, the platform utilizes an AI Style Assistant to curate product collections based on individual style preferences, enabling shoppers to discover new items across a retailer's entire catalog. The platform includes features such as virtual sales assistants, email marketing tools, and customer style curation, which collectively aim to increase customer engagement, retention, and average order value. By providing a personalized shopping experience, Shoptelligence helps retailers foster customer loyalty and boost revenue.

SkySpecs, Inc. specializes in developing unmanned aerial vehicles and associated technologies to automate operations and maintenance within the wind energy sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the company offers a range of services including analytics, engineering projects, and wind turbine blade services. Its solutions feature collaborative software for data management and analysis, digitization of data, and comprehensive planning for repair campaigns. SkySpecs also provides Horizon, a reporting and collaboration tool that serves as a central repository for blade operation and maintenance data, facilitating streamlined tasks and communication with third parties. The company's focus is on enhancing productivity, efficiency, and returns for its clients in renewable energy asset management.

Kumanu, Inc. is a digital health solution company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, focused on promoting healthy behavior change through its modern well-being platform. The platform addresses the root causes of burnout and disengagement in the workforce, offering a mobile and web-based application called Purposeful. This app connects individuals to their lives and organizational cultures, facilitating engagement with integrated behavioral support and resources. By leveraging behavioral and data science, Kumanu helps users discover personal purpose and align it with actionable steps, enhancing overall health engagement. The company aims to assist employers, health plans, and health systems in fostering sustainable behavior change to improve the health and well-being of their populations. Established in 2014, Kumanu emphasizes intrinsic motivation to create a more authentic and engaging experience, reducing reliance on costly incentives.

Matterhorn, developed by Court Innovations, is a cloud-based online platform designed to facilitate case resolution for courts and users. It allows individuals to select their court, search for their case, check status updates, and resolve issues online, streamlining the process for handling high-volume infractions and minor disputes. By providing online negotiation systems and resolution options, Matterhorn empowers defendants to address minor violations informally and conveniently, reducing the need for legal representation. This innovative approach not only saves time and resources for both citizens and courts but also promotes equitable decision-making in the judicial process. Matterhorn primarily serves customers in Michigan and Ohio, helping to enhance the efficiency of court operations since its founding in 2014 by J.J. Prescott, with headquarters located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Groundspeed Analytics, Inc. is a provider of insurance data automation and analytics software tailored for commercial insurance brokers and carriers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company has developed a platform that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to streamline the handling of insurance data. This platform automatically requests, processes, and analyzes loss run data and other essential documents, enabling users to access critical claim metrics without manual data entry. Groundspeed's technology empowers brokers and carriers to identify profitable risk pools and trends, enhance underwriting processes, and improve overall financial performance. By transforming complex insurance documents into actionable insights, Groundspeed facilitates better decision-making and drives growth in the commercial insurance sector.

Genomenon develops software tools to rapidly and autonomously prioritize data points for decision-making. It revolutionizes the way genetic diagnoses and discoveries are made. The company’s suite of diagnostic and discovery tools enable physicians, pharma, and researchers to quickly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic-sequencing datasets. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

BoostUp, LLC operates a savings platform aimed at helping consumers achieve their financial goals for significant purchases such as a car, home, wedding, or travel. Founded in 2009 and based in Detroit, Michigan, BoostUp allows users to automate their savings plans, starting with as little as $1 per day, and offers features such as rounding up everyday purchases and crowdfunding gifts from family and friends. Users can create accounts, connect their bank accounts, and receive monetary boosts from brands to enhance their savings. With over 53,000 users, BoostUp has facilitated more than $165 million in purchases through its platform, making saving for major life events both easy and rewarding.

SkySpecs, Inc. specializes in developing unmanned aerial vehicles and associated technologies to automate operations and maintenance within the wind energy sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the company offers a range of services including analytics, engineering projects, and wind turbine blade services. Its solutions feature collaborative software for data management and analysis, digitization of data, and comprehensive planning for repair campaigns. SkySpecs also provides Horizon, a reporting and collaboration tool that serves as a central repository for blade operation and maintenance data, facilitating streamlined tasks and communication with third parties. The company's focus is on enhancing productivity, efficiency, and returns for its clients in renewable energy asset management.

VNN, Inc. operates a leading high school sports marketing and networking platform that enables athletes to share videos, pictures, stories, and scores via various digital devices. The platform also allows coaches to report game results to media outlets, enhancing the visibility of high school sports. Serving schools across more than 40 states, VNN has established itself as the largest and fastest-growing entity in the high school sports marketing sector, connecting over seven million fans and adding thousands of new users daily. Founded in 2010 and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, VNN is dedicated to transforming the consumer experience in the multi-billion dollar high school sports market.

Larky, Inc. is a marketing and engagement platform that specializes in connecting organizations with their audiences through targeted geo-notifications and relevant communications. The company offers two main products: a nudge mobile platform, which facilitates audience engagement via location-based notifications, and Larky Classic, a mobile engagement solution designed to enhance communication with members, support local businesses, and foster loyalty. Additionally, Larky provides a merchant-funded loyalty platform that enables users to receive instant savings at local merchants. Larky serves a diverse client base, including financial institutions, health insurance providers, universities, and media companies across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Larky was previously known as PerkPerk, Inc.

VNN, Inc. operates a leading high school sports marketing and networking platform that enables athletes to share videos, pictures, stories, and scores via various digital devices. The platform also allows coaches to report game results to media outlets, enhancing the visibility of high school sports. Serving schools across more than 40 states, VNN has established itself as the largest and fastest-growing entity in the high school sports marketing sector, connecting over seven million fans and adding thousands of new users daily. Founded in 2010 and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, VNN is dedicated to transforming the consumer experience in the multi-billion dollar high school sports market.

BioPhotonic Solutions, Inc. develops and manufactures pulse shapers for ultrafast lasers. Its products include pixel phase or phase-amplitude ultrashort pulse shapers; commercial three-in-one ultrashort pulse shapers; and a pulse shaping system to perform spectral-phase characterization, and compensate spectral-phase distortions to obtain transform-limited pulses and deliver phase-shaped pulses. The company also provides ultrafast optics products, microscope detection units, ultrathin SHG crystal MCUO-SHG products, and ultra broadband mirror and MCUO-mirror products; and femtoPulse Master&trade, a simulation software solution to calculate in temporal and spectral domain. It offers commercial 4f pulse shapers based on multiphoton intrapulse interference phase scan technology that provide phase characterization, pulse measurement, compression, and arbitrary pulse shaping solutions within a device. The company offers its products for biomedical imaging, two-photon microscopy, and dispersion measurements on dielectric mirrors applications, as well as for material processing, micro machining, two-photon microscopy, surgical applications, proteomic and metabolomic analysis, coherent laser control, time-resolved measurements, filamentation studies, attosecond sciences, THZ spectroscopy, and high harmonic generation applications. It offers its products through distribution contracts with laser companies in the United States and internationally. BioPhotonic Solutions, Inc. was founded in 2003 and is based in East Lansing, Michigan.