Quikly Inc., based in Detroit, Michigan, operates a digital marketing platform designed for consumer brands to execute frequent and highly-targeted marketing campaigns. Founded in 2012, Quikly focuses on helping marketers acquire, activate, and retain customers through solutions that include email, social media, mobile, loyalty, and local marketing. By leveraging consumer psychology, Quikly's platform effectively captures attention and motivates key consumer behaviors such as purchases, loyalty signups, and social engagement. Its technology aims to enhance digital activation and engagement within existing marketing channels, delivering measurable results and improved return on investment for brands in sectors like retail, dining, and consumer-packaged goods.
Nutshell, Inc. is a customer relationship management (CRM) company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The company offers a modern CRM platform that simplifies customer and sales management for small businesses. Nutshell's application features integration with Google apps, mobile support through native iPhone and Android applications, and robust sales reporting capabilities. Its platform includes tools for sales automation, email marketing, performance tracking, pipeline management, and contact management, all designed to enhance the sales process and improve customer experiences.
Lynx Network Group
Series A in 2015
Lynx Network Group, established in June 2003 by telecommunications professionals Gerald Philipp, Gregg Rutgers, and Chris Barber, specializes in providing bandwidth infrastructure services aimed at connecting rural and underserved areas of Michigan to competitive broadband access. The company offers high-performance, cost-effective, fiber-based infrastructure solutions, along with a dedicated service management team. This enables businesses, organizations, and wireless service providers in tier 2 and tier 3 markets to effectively advance and manage their telecommunications assets and costs for both wireless and wireline services. Lynx leverages its founders' extensive industry experience and relationships developed during the internet boom to recognize and respond to emerging trends in telecommunications, thus ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of the market.
IDV Solutions
Series C in 2015
IDV Solutions, LLC is a software company based in Lansing, Michigan, specializing in threat assessment and operational visualization. The company provides innovative tools designed to help organizations manage operational risks effectively. Its flagship product, Visual Command Center, serves as a comprehensive visualization platform for situational intelligence and response, facilitating functions such as business continuity, security, supply chain management, and operations. This platform enables organizations to quickly assess risks and take decisive action to mitigate their impact. Additionally, IDV Solutions offers Visual Fusion, a data visualization toolset that allows organizations to create customized solutions that enhance insights and streamline operations. The company caters to both private enterprises and public agencies globally, positioning itself as a key player in enterprise risk visualization. IDV Solutions is a subsidiary of Everbridge, Inc.
Lynx Network Group
Venture Round in 2014
Lynx Network Group, established in June 2003 by telecommunications professionals Gerald Philipp, Gregg Rutgers, and Chris Barber, specializes in providing bandwidth infrastructure services aimed at connecting rural and underserved areas of Michigan to competitive broadband access. The company offers high-performance, cost-effective, fiber-based infrastructure solutions, along with a dedicated service management team. This enables businesses, organizations, and wireless service providers in tier 2 and tier 3 markets to effectively advance and manage their telecommunications assets and costs for both wireless and wireline services. Lynx leverages its founders' extensive industry experience and relationships developed during the internet boom to recognize and respond to emerging trends in telecommunications, thus ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of the market.
IDV Solutions
Series B in 2014
IDV Solutions, LLC is a software company based in Lansing, Michigan, specializing in threat assessment and operational visualization. The company provides innovative tools designed to help organizations manage operational risks effectively. Its flagship product, Visual Command Center, serves as a comprehensive visualization platform for situational intelligence and response, facilitating functions such as business continuity, security, supply chain management, and operations. This platform enables organizations to quickly assess risks and take decisive action to mitigate their impact. Additionally, IDV Solutions offers Visual Fusion, a data visualization toolset that allows organizations to create customized solutions that enhance insights and streamline operations. The company caters to both private enterprises and public agencies globally, positioning itself as a key player in enterprise risk visualization. IDV Solutions is a subsidiary of Everbridge, Inc.
Lynx Network Group
Debt Financing in 2013
Lynx Network Group, established in June 2003 by telecommunications professionals Gerald Philipp, Gregg Rutgers, and Chris Barber, specializes in providing bandwidth infrastructure services aimed at connecting rural and underserved areas of Michigan to competitive broadband access. The company offers high-performance, cost-effective, fiber-based infrastructure solutions, along with a dedicated service management team. This enables businesses, organizations, and wireless service providers in tier 2 and tier 3 markets to effectively advance and manage their telecommunications assets and costs for both wireless and wireline services. Lynx leverages its founders' extensive industry experience and relationships developed during the internet boom to recognize and respond to emerging trends in telecommunications, thus ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of the market.
IDV Solutions
Series B in 2012
IDV Solutions, LLC is a software company based in Lansing, Michigan, specializing in threat assessment and operational visualization. The company provides innovative tools designed to help organizations manage operational risks effectively. Its flagship product, Visual Command Center, serves as a comprehensive visualization platform for situational intelligence and response, facilitating functions such as business continuity, security, supply chain management, and operations. This platform enables organizations to quickly assess risks and take decisive action to mitigate their impact. Additionally, IDV Solutions offers Visual Fusion, a data visualization toolset that allows organizations to create customized solutions that enhance insights and streamline operations. The company caters to both private enterprises and public agencies globally, positioning itself as a key player in enterprise risk visualization. IDV Solutions is a subsidiary of Everbridge, Inc.
FutureNet Group
Debt Financing in 2012
FutureNet Group, Inc. is a Detroit-based company specializing in technology, perimeter security, cyber security, and professional services. Founded in 1994, it offers a wide range of technology services, including cyber security, cloud computing, information management, and infrastructure management. The company's security services encompass site analysis, engineering, manufacturing, installation, project management, training, and maintenance. FutureNet Group provides comprehensive cyber security services such as security planning, compliance advisory, and managed security services, along with staffing solutions in perimeter security and various sectors, including federal, city, and state government. With operations extending beyond Michigan to Franklin, Tennessee, College Park, Maryland, and international locations in India and Qatar, the company serves both federal and commercial clients globally.
Lynx Network Group
Debt Financing in 2011
Lynx Network Group, established in June 2003 by telecommunications professionals Gerald Philipp, Gregg Rutgers, and Chris Barber, specializes in providing bandwidth infrastructure services aimed at connecting rural and underserved areas of Michigan to competitive broadband access. The company offers high-performance, cost-effective, fiber-based infrastructure solutions, along with a dedicated service management team. This enables businesses, organizations, and wireless service providers in tier 2 and tier 3 markets to effectively advance and manage their telecommunications assets and costs for both wireless and wireline services. Lynx leverages its founders' extensive industry experience and relationships developed during the internet boom to recognize and respond to emerging trends in telecommunications, thus ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of the market.
Lynx Network Group
Debt Financing in 2011
Lynx Network Group, established in June 2003 by telecommunications professionals Gerald Philipp, Gregg Rutgers, and Chris Barber, specializes in providing bandwidth infrastructure services aimed at connecting rural and underserved areas of Michigan to competitive broadband access. The company offers high-performance, cost-effective, fiber-based infrastructure solutions, along with a dedicated service management team. This enables businesses, organizations, and wireless service providers in tier 2 and tier 3 markets to effectively advance and manage their telecommunications assets and costs for both wireless and wireline services. Lynx leverages its founders' extensive industry experience and relationships developed during the internet boom to recognize and respond to emerging trends in telecommunications, thus ensuring its services meet the evolving needs of the market.
IDV Solutions
Series A in 2010
IDV Solutions, LLC is a software company based in Lansing, Michigan, specializing in threat assessment and operational visualization. The company provides innovative tools designed to help organizations manage operational risks effectively. Its flagship product, Visual Command Center, serves as a comprehensive visualization platform for situational intelligence and response, facilitating functions such as business continuity, security, supply chain management, and operations. This platform enables organizations to quickly assess risks and take decisive action to mitigate their impact. Additionally, IDV Solutions offers Visual Fusion, a data visualization toolset that allows organizations to create customized solutions that enhance insights and streamline operations. The company caters to both private enterprises and public agencies globally, positioning itself as a key player in enterprise risk visualization. IDV Solutions is a subsidiary of Everbridge, Inc.
Pump Engineering
Series A in 2008
Pump Engineering is an energy company based in New Boston, Michigan, founded in 1986. The company specializes in the manufacturing and wholesale distribution of advanced technology pumps and industrial machinery. Its product offerings include low pressure and low cost turbochargers, advanced variable speed pumps, and gas processing systems. Pump Engineering focuses on delivering innovative solutions in pumping technology, catering to the needs of various industrial applications.