Casted, Inc. is a podcasting platform tailored for B2B marketers, providing a software-as-a-service solution that enables the creation, management, publication, promotion, and measurement of branded podcasts. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools, allowing users to host, transcribe, categorize, search, and schedule their podcast content. By focusing on the amplification and attribution of audio and video content, Casted helps businesses enhance brand awareness, generate leads, and foster customer engagement. The company, founded in 2019 and based in Indianapolis, has attracted notable clients, including Salesforce, PayPal, and HubSpot, and is recognized as a leader in the marketing technology space. Formerly known as Caster Software, Inc., Casted aims to empower marketers by leveraging the power of conversation to create impactful content.
Kenzie Academy
Series A in 2019
Kenzie Academy, Inc., based in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a software engineering apprenticeship school that addresses the significant shortage of tech talent in the United States. Founded in 2017, the academy offers a range of educational programs, including coding bootcamps and online courses, designed to provide students with essential training, networking opportunities, and hands-on experience. Programs typically last between six months to two years, culminating in a paid apprenticeship after six months. The academy prioritizes job placement for its graduates, facilitating opportunities either through its consulting division or with various technology companies. Kenzie Academy's mission is to reimagine higher education in the tech sector, leveraging the expertise of its instructors and mentors to support student success.
Anvl, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in workforce-first safety software solutions, established in 2018 and headquartered in Fishers, Indiana. The company aims to modernize frontline worker productivity by replacing traditional paper processes with digital workflows and real-time data analysis. Anvl's mobile application facilitates worker engagement and operational efficiency through smart, dynamic workflows that guide users with in-the-moment support. The platform is configurable, allowing for tailored safety, quality, and operational processes, and it generates alerts and prompts for both frontline workers and management when proactive measures are necessary. By capturing critical data and providing real-time notifications of risks, Anvl empowers organizations to enhance safety and quality while fostering a positive workplace culture. Its features include live data feeds, remote monitoring of workflows, and customizable reporting tools, all designed to drive continuous improvement and support effective safety supervision.
Inscope Medical Solutions
Funding Round in 2018
Founded in 2014, Inspcore Medical Solutions develops innovative video laryngoscopy devices designed to optimize intubation procedures. Their flagship product, the disposable Inspcore Direct laryngoscope, features integrated suction for clear airway views and enables one-handed operation, improving speed and safety in high-risk situations. The company serves clinicians across operating rooms, ICUs, and emergency departments.
DemandJump
Series A in 2018
DemandJump Inc. is a marketing intelligence software platform founded in 2015 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company provides tools that leverage artificial intelligence to deliver comprehensive online and offline data, competitive insights, audience behavior analysis, and market trends for marketers. Its key offerings include Traffic Cloud, which helps identify traffic sources, influencers, and keywords that drive qualified traffic to brands, and Account-Based Attribution, which allows marketing and sales teams to assess the revenue impact of various customer touchpoints. By automating keyword and SEO research, DemandJump enables businesses to enhance customer acquisition, optimize marketing expenditures, and capture market share effectively. The platform aims to make competitive digital data actionable, facilitating better decision-making for marketers and ultimately maximizing returns on investment.
Zylo
Venture Round in 2018
Zylo, Inc. is a leader in SaaS management, providing a software-as-a-service platform that enables enterprises to discover, optimize, and govern their cloud-based applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Zylo's platform offers comprehensive tools for managing software licenses, building renewal calendars, and driving IT collaboration while containing costs and securing SaaS applications. Its patent-pending, AI-powered Discovery Engine facilitates continuous monitoring of SaaS spend, licenses, and usage, providing organizations with valuable insights to optimize their SaaS portfolios. With a commitment to enhancing the employee experience, Zylo's technology supports organizations in managing over 30 million SaaS licenses and $7 billion in SaaS expenditures, making it a trusted resource for enterprises seeking to maximize their software investments.
Interactions
Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2004, Interactions specializes in developing conversational virtual assistant solutions using its patented Adaptive-Understanding™ technology. Serving Fortune 500 companies worldwide, the company's natural language understanding platform enables businesses to engage customers across various devices and channels, handling over one billion transactions to date.