Peak Mind
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2020, Peak Mind is a digital technology company specializing in employee well-being applications. It focuses on mental health, personal development, and team engagement to enhance employee satisfaction, improve work-life balance, boost productivity, and foster collaboration within organizations.
SheMate
Pre Seed Round in 2021
SheMate is a platform that connects women in sports with the youth sports industry, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska. The company operates a virtual wellness and mentoring platform designed to help women navigate their future decisions intentionally and strategically. It provides a space for female athletes to thrive by sharing their stories and experiences with high school students. Through customized, empowering messages from positive female role models, SheMate enables these students to benefit from motivation and encouragement, fostering a supportive community for both athletes and youth.
Debtle
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Debtle is a technology company based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Founded in 2019, it specializes in developing digital payment platforms designed to automate and improve the negotiation and settlement of consumer debts.
Lucendity
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lucendity is a Milwaukee-based fintech startup founded by Tanya Ferrell in 2020. It operates an online loan comparison marketplace platform designed to simplify the loan selection process for consumers. Through its platform, Lucendity offers information on various financing products such as mortgages, auto loans, personal loans, and student loans, empowering users to compare options and align with their financial goals before applying directly with lending partners upon credit approval.
RevKeep
Convertible Note in 2020
RevKeep provides software that streamlines post-payment medical audit processes for healthcare providers. Its platform centralizes claims management, tracks audit responses, and ensures timely submission, helping providers retain revenue from clinical services.
FANTM develops human‑computer interface technologies that allow users to control computers and digital systems through gesture and motion. The company’s flagship product, the DEVLPR, is an open‑source electromyography platform built for the Arduino community, enabling hobbyists and researchers to explore EMG‑based interaction at an affordable price. In addition, FANTM produces wearable devices that use non‑invasive sensors and machine learning to capture and interpret hand movements, providing intuitive control for AR, VR, smart‑home devices, games, and robotic prosthetics. Founded in 2020 by Finn Kuusisto and Ezra Boley in Madison, Wisconsin, the company focuses on making advanced gesture‑based interfaces accessible to a broad audience.
Cultured Decadence
Convertible Note in 2020
Cultured Decadence is a cellular aquaculture startup based in Madison, Wisconsin, founded in 2020. The company specializes in innovative methods to produce crustacean products, specifically focusing on lobster and crab meat. Utilizing cell culture and tissue engineering techniques, Cultured Decadence creates seafood directly from the cells of these animals, eliminating the need for shells, organs, and waste. This approach aims to address the increasing global demand for nutritious and sustainable seafood, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fishing practices.
Prophit.ai
Convertible Note in 2020
Prophit.ai, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2019 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in machine learning solutions for sales and use tax decision-making. The company has developed a tax exemption platform that leverages advanced algorithms to evaluate the taxability of various items based on a comprehensive dataset. Prophit.ai's technology aims to prevent corporations from overpaying sales tax by conducting reverse audits and enhancing compliance during the purchasing process. By focusing on the line item description as the primary predictor for taxability, the platform offers a robust decision-making tool that optimizes tax compliance and minimizes errors in sales tax payments.
Hello Patients
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Hello Patients is a medical fintech service provider based in Springfield, Illinois, founded in 2019. The company offers a patient engagement platform that focuses on pricing transparency and payment automation in the healthcare sector. Its platform enhances patient awareness of healthcare costs, allowing patients to clearly understand their financial obligations. By providing options for customized payment plans, Hello Patients aims to improve collection rates for healthcare providers while streamlining revenue cycle management. The service facilitates effective management of payments from the point of service through to recurring payments, ultimately benefiting both patients and providers by promoting financial clarity and efficiency.
SpellBound
Seed Round in 2020
SpellBound, established in 2015 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializes in developing immersive augmented reality tools tailored for hospital care teams. Their platform transforms books, spaces, and printed materials into interactive 3D experiences, aiming to enhance patient engagement during treatment, reduce healthcare costs, and improve overall patient experience. SpellBound's solutions are compatible with widely-used iOS and Android devices, making them easily accessible to therapists and families within hospitals.
Last Lock
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Last Lock specializes in transforming traditional mechanical locks into smart, secure access solutions. The company's innovative smart cylinders incorporate electronic sensors that scan and store key profiles, enabling digital management and tracking of access. Last Lock offers self-powered battery cylinders, preferred access methods, and control systems for both residential and commercial applications.
Cloudux
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cloudux, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a software platform designed to simplify the creation, management, and deployment of code across multiple cloud environments. Founded in 2019 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Cloudux enables software engineers, even those lacking extensive cloud development knowledge, to efficiently build and deploy serverless and containerized applications on various cloud platforms. By eliminating the risk of vendor lock-in, Cloudux's solutions promote flexibility and ease of use in distributed network environments, thereby streamlining the coding process for developers.
Rentgrata
Seed Round in 2019
Rentgrata is a platform that connects prospective renters with current residents of apartment communities through messaging, facilitating real conversations and feedback to help multifamily professionals understand renter needs. It enables resident referrals and provides anonymized feedback, with the aim of reducing resident turnover and increasing net operating income. The platform supports leasing teams with day-to-day operations and helps residents participate in referrals, fostering a sense of community within properties. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago.
Ilixer
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ilixer is a Cincinnati-based company that specializes in producing nutritionally-complete powdered meals. These meals are crafted from real food ingredients, ensuring they contain all essential vitamins and minerals, along with an optimal balance of macronutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber. Ilixer's offerings are designed to provide consumers with healthy and convenient meal options. The company operates through direct-to-consumer sales as well as wholesale distribution to select retailers.
Dynamo Metrics
Seed Round in 2019
Dynamo Metrics, LLC is a technology company that specializes in developing data extraction and management applications tailored for local governments, including county treasurers, land banks, municipalities, and planning and development agencies. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company offers a range of cloud-based solutions designed to enhance decision-making processes. Key products include Neighborhood Intel, which consolidates diverse federal, state, and local data into a unified platform, and Public Portal, a customizable tool that facilitates communication with citizens and community partners. Additionally, Dynamo Metrics provides software for code enforcement teams and offers consulting services to help municipalities with data analysis, reporting, and securing funding. By promoting data-driven decision-making, Dynamo Metrics aims to foster healthier communities and improve transparency and trust between local governments and their constituents.
PAXAFE
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Paxafe Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, specializes in developing hardware and software solutions for secure packaging and supply chain management. The company offers Internet of Things (IoT) enabled products that are reusable, traceable, and secure, designed to protect high-margin freight from theft and chain-of-custody failures. Paxafe's solutions cater to various industries such as jewelry, luxury watches, diamonds, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and more. Its AI-enabled risk management platform integrates telematics and other data sources to predict adverse supply chain events, enabling intelligent cargo insurance and improving operational efficiencies for shippers, carriers, and insurance providers.
Digs
Convertible Note in 2019
Digs, Inc. operates a personal finance and guidance platform designed to assist individuals in navigating the home buying process and managing their homes as valuable assets. Incorporated in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides two primary services: Digs Saver, which helps users track savings goals and monitor credit while offering insights into the home buying process, and Digs Homeowner, which enables homeowners to monitor their property's value, receive refinance alerts, and obtain mortgage optimization guidance. Additionally, Digs connects aspiring homeowners with top real estate agents and mortgage lenders, facilitating valuable relationships that enhance the overall homeownership experience. As of October 2020, Digs, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of OJO Labs Inc.
KUHMUTE
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, KUHMUTE designs and manufactures advanced charging hubs for multimodal micromobility vehicles. Headquartered in Flint, Michigan with offices in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Grand Haven, Michigan, the company specializes in creating platform-agnostic solutions that enable cities and mobility service providers to charge eScooters, ebikes, and autonomous delivery robots securely and efficiently.
Autobon AI
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Autobon Holdings, Inc. develops vehicle assistance software aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness for truckers and fleet owners. The company offers technologies such as Autobon Visor and CargoCam, which facilitate the tracking and monitoring of cargo and trucks. Additionally, Autobon focuses on upgrading existing semi-trucks into safer and more automated vehicles through a low-cost autopilot platform that incorporates self-driving and advanced logistics features. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Autobon's systems provide intelligent tracking assistance and integrate vehicle telematics with custom transportation management systems, enabling fleet owners to improve efficiency, reduce accidents, and lower fuel consumption. Established in 2016 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Autobon was formerly known as Autobon AI, Inc. before rebranding in December 2017.
Lumanu
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Lumanu develops a digital platform connecting companies with brand ambassadors. It offers solutions like SocialCert for influencer content sharing, Content Manager for ingesting content, and SmartBoost for creating ads using influencer creatives. Serving brand marketers, performance marketers, agency marketers, and creators/influencers, Lumanu operates from Oakland, California with an additional office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Fiveable
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Fiveable, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, founded in 2018. It operates an interactive social learning platform designed for Advanced Placement (AP) students and teachers, aiming to foster educational equity. The platform combines content, community, and courses to enhance the learning experience. It features a comprehensive content library and interactive community spaces, allowing students to engage with peers studying similar subjects. Fiveable offers online instruction led by accredited teachers across various disciplines, including history, social sciences, STEM, and languages. The company's mission is to empower students by building their skills and confidence, enabling them to earn college credit through placement exams and succeed in their educational endeavors.
Norton Hurley
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Norton Hurley is a company based in Spearfish, South Dakota, that operates an e-commerce platform specializing in adult incontinence products. It offers a monthly subscription service for clients dealing with incontinence, delivering absorbent briefs and other personal care items directly to their homes. The company aims to address individual needs through tailored subscription options while also working to reduce the stigma associated with incontinence. By focusing on convenience and discretion, Norton Hurley provides a supportive solution for individuals seeking reliable and accessible incontinence supplies.
Civic Eagle
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Civic Eagle, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a workflow solution for advocates and policy teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Minnesota, Civic Eagle offers a platform called Enview, which integrates state and federal bills with team communications. This platform enables lobbyists, policy professionals, and government affairs teams to efficiently discover, analyze, and manage legislation without manual effort. By streamlining the process of tracking and working with legislation across the country, Civic Eagle allows policy advocates to concentrate on impactful campaigns, ultimately aiming to foster better democratic outcomes for individuals and communities.
TCARE develops a cloud-based caregiver support platform that helps care professionals intervene before family caregiver burnout occurs. The SaaS solution assesses risk factors for caregiver burnout and prescribes targeted interventions at the right time. It serves organizations, care professionals, and family caregivers in the United States, with a goal of delaying or preventing nursing home placement. By delivering an evidence-based caregiver support program, it aims to reduce long-term-care claims for Medicaid and life insurance carriers while enabling organizations to better support family caregivers and improve outcomes. Founded in 2017 and based in Saint Louis, Missouri, TCARE focuses on early intervention to sustain in-home or community-based care.
EcoG
Convertible Note in 2018
Founded in 2017, EcoG designs and develops Internet of Things (IoT) operating systems for electric vehicle chargers. Its platform offers charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, UI components, tools for development and simulation, and an open API architecture that enables app-based services. With offices in Germany, Norway, and the US, EcoG facilitates value-added services by connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure with local businesses.
FreshCar
Funding Round in 2017
FreshCar is a company that specializes in car subscription services, offering a platform that allows auto dealerships to create and manage their own subscription offerings. Founded in 2016 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, FreshCar develops software specifically for vehicle subscriptions, providing advanced solutions for auto retailers, original equipment manufacturers, and fleet operators. The company's platform enables customers to access a variety of vehicles on a monthly subscription basis, which includes insurance, maintenance, and roadside assistance, thereby eliminating the need for down payments and additional costs. FreshCar also offers strategic consulting services to help automotive businesses effectively implement and enhance their subscription models.
SEEVA Technologies
Convertible Note in 2017
SEEVA Technologies develops visibility systems to enhance automotive perception and safety by keeping sensors and optical components clear in challenging conditions. The company uses heat and washer fluid to remove snow, ice, mud, sand, dirt and bugs from windshields, LED headlamps, tail lamps, cameras, sensors and related hardware. Its QwikTherm system is designed to clean vehicle sensors, cameras, radar and windshields to support reliable operation of ADAS and autonomous driving systems. Founded in 2017 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, SEEVA aims to ensure that perception systems function properly under real-world conditions such as mud, snow, freezing rain and debris, enabling safer vehicle operation and improved sensing performance across commercial and passenger vehicles.
Fathom
Convertible Note in 2017
Fathom Drones Inc is a company specializing in the development of innovative underwater drones that prioritize user-friendliness and portability. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Fathom aims to revolutionize underwater exploration by making it accessible to a broader audience. Its flagship product, the Fathom One, enables users to explore underwater environments remotely, controlling the drone via a mobile application from a dry location. This technology allows individuals to experience underwater diving without physical immersion, catering to both recreational enthusiasts and professionals in various fields.
PopCom
Convertible Note in 2017
PopCom designs, manufactures, and distributes touchless vending machines, primarily serving regulated retail sectors such as pharmaceuticals, alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
Zego Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, specializes in developing a smart amenity platform designed specifically for apartments. The company's application connects residents with management, maintenance services, and a marketplace for local amenities through a single interface. This technology aims to enhance resident engagement and facilitate the sale of additional services, ultimately benefiting both property management companies and community associations.
Bybe
Convertible Note in 2017
Bybe, Inc. is a technology company based in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 2017, that specializes in developing a mobile platform designed for retailers to manage alcohol promotions. The company focuses on creating an integrated application that facilitates the management of offers related to beer, wine, and spirits. Bybe's platform streamlines the processes of offer creation, distribution, validation, remittance, and customer support, while also providing data visualization tools. It ensures compliance with state-specific regulations regarding alcohol promotions and integrates seamlessly with retail applications and e-commerce platforms. Bybe aims to enhance the connection between alcoholic beverage brands, retailers, and consumers through effective digital promotion strategies.
Upsie Technology
Seed Round in 2017
Upsie Technology Inc is a mobile application developer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 2015. The company specializes in providing consumers with an accessible platform to purchase extended warranties for a variety of consumer durables and electronic goods, including TVs, laptops, and home appliances. Upsie's application allows users to obtain warranty coverage at competitive prices without the pressure of sales pitches or hidden markups. The platform enables users to compare warranty options, store digital receipts, and track warranty expirations, making it easier to manage and protect their purchases. By offering a straightforward and user-friendly experience, Upsie Technology seeks to simplify the warranty buying process and enhance consumer protection for everyday products.
Vector Legal Method
Seed Round in 2017
Vector Legal Method is a software company based in Kansas City, Missouri, specializing in litigation management solutions. The company offers a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform designed specifically for corporate legal departments and law firms. This platform provides centralized control over litigation cases, enhancing visibility into outside counsel activities and offering instant access to case information. By streamlining document storage, retrieval, deadlines, and tasks, the platform enables collaborative management of cases among all stakeholders. This results in increased efficiency, reduced billable costs, and allows legal departments to focus on strategic projects.
Immersed
Convertible Note in 2017
Immersed Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) workplace productivity solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Immersed aims to eliminate barriers faced by remote workers, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency in the workplace. The company provides virtual reality office environments designed for remote teams and individuals, allowing laptops to integrate with mobile devices for a seamless VR experience. Their technology is compatible with platforms such as Facebook/Meta Quest, HTC, and Pico. Immersed is committed to transforming the working environment through innovative AR/VR solutions, ultimately striving to create a more efficient and enjoyable civilization.
Elemetric
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Elemetric, Inc. is a technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in providing an API service for the blockchain Internet. Founded in 2016, Elemetric operates a dual-function platform that enables companies to transform and monetize their data for blockchain applications. The platform includes tools for data processing and an online marketplace that facilitates data transactions between companies with valuable data and those developing blockchain applications. By bridging conventional internet data and blockchain-specific data, Elemetric supports various industries in enhancing the functionality of blockchain applications, allowing developers to accelerate their time to market and optimize their network growth.
Immersed
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Immersed Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) workplace productivity solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Immersed aims to eliminate barriers faced by remote workers, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency in the workplace. The company provides virtual reality office environments designed for remote teams and individuals, allowing laptops to integrate with mobile devices for a seamless VR experience. Their technology is compatible with platforms such as Facebook/Meta Quest, HTC, and Pico. Immersed is committed to transforming the working environment through innovative AR/VR solutions, ultimately striving to create a more efficient and enjoyable civilization.
Strayos
Seed Round in 2017
Strayos Inc., founded in 2016 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializes in developing aerial data analytics software for various industries including mining, drilling, blasting, quarrying, and oil and gas exploration. The company's platform utilizes image processing and artificial intelligence to provide highly accurate survey data analytics, transforming job site insights through 3D visual AI. Key offerings include smart drill data analysis using measurement-while-drilling techniques, 3D Blast Profile for optimizing blast patterns, and Muckpile and Rock Size Analysis through advanced machine learning. These solutions aim to reduce costs, improve productivity, and enhance safety by delivering actionable insights that maximize operational excellence.
Specless
Seed Round in 2017
Specless, LLC is a Chicago-based company that operates an online platform designed to enhance digital advertising. The platform empowers designers, agencies, media companies, and clients to create responsive ads that adapt to various devices and contexts. By utilizing a proprietary API and creative toolkit, Specless separates the functional specifications of ads from their creative content, enabling publishers to innovate and offer distinct ad formats. This approach allows advertisers to scale complex campaigns effectively across diverse media and platforms without the need to produce multiple versions of the same message. Through its services, Specless aims to provide a more valuable and efficient advertising experience.
Fomo
Convertible Note in 2016
Fomo Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Norton, Ohio, specializing in low pressure polyurethane foam insulation, sealants, adhesives, and spray foam systems. The company's product offerings include various types of foam sealants and adhesives, spray foam systems, and specialized products for applications such as mine ventilation. In addition to its core products, Fomo provides a range of accessories and services, including technical consultation, quality assurance, and product development in the polyurethane sector. The company also supports its distributors with marketing resources such as catalog assistance and lead generation. Founded in 1975, Fomo serves diverse markets, including residential, commercial, industrial, and original equipment manufacturing, and distributes its products both domestically and internationally. Fomo operates as a subsidiary of ICP Adhesives and Sealants, Inc.
Fueloyal
Convertible Note in 2016
Fueloyal, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Bloomingdale, Illinois, specializing in GPS fleet tracking devices and fuel management solutions. Established in 2015, the company offers a range of products, including the Smart Fuel Cap designed to prevent fuel theft and misuse, as well as GPS and asset tracking services that provide real-time location data and alerts. Fueloyal has also developed a Connected Vehicle Application Platform that enables vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators to deploy applications that enhance data utilization and monetization. This platform leverages proprietary Internet of Things technology and software analytics to help clients generate new revenue streams and improve fleet management efficiency. With a focus on facilitating the connected vehicle ecosystem, Fueloyal collaborates with prominent industry players to provide innovative solutions that optimize operational visibility and reduce costs.
Exit 7C
Seed Round in 2016
Exit 7C Inc. is a digital retailer specializing in fuel delivery services, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The company operates a mobile application that enables users to sign up for gas delivery and facilitates purchases at branded pumps located at traditional gas stations. Exit 7C also develops a mobile payment platform that allows customers to securely buy gasoline using a digital fuel card, featuring a centralized dashboard for real-time transactions, fuel type selection, and gas station locations. The company serves various markets, including Milwaukee, St. Louis, Fort Wayne, Columbus, Houston, Durham, and San Diego, while leveraging technology to enhance fuel, maintenance, and compliance services for transportation fleets.
LogicGate
Convertible Note in 2016
LogicGate provides enterprise process automation solutions. Its Risk Cloud Platform enables businesses to proactively manage risk across the organization through interconnected views, enhancing collaboration and adaptability.
Bright
Convertible Note in 2016
Bright Labs, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) metrics and analytics platform designed to help subscription businesses enhance their performance. The platform provides real-time insights into essential SaaS metrics, including monthly recurring revenue, average revenue per account, and customer lifetime value. By enabling companies to quickly grasp their core metrics, Bright equips them with the necessary tools to foster growth and improve operational efficiency.
CompleteSet
Convertible Note in 2016
CompleteSet, Inc. is an online marketplace dedicated to tracking, buying, and selling collectibles. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company offers a platform that allows users to engage with a diverse range of collectibles across categories such as fashion, home and office, toys, souvenirs, games, food and beverage, and books. CompleteSet provides web and mobile applications that enable fans to catalog their collections, contribute to an online knowledge base, and safely transact with one another. With a mission to archive the world’s collectibles, CompleteSet assists users in discovering and enjoying their favorite items through a curated archive, facilitating both showcasing and exchanging collectibles within the community.
Jiobit
Convertible Note in 2016
Jiobit is a company specializing in real-time location-tracking technology for children, adults, and pets. Its flagship product is a compact and durable tracking device that works in conjunction with a smartphone app, allowing users to monitor the location of their loved ones in over 120 countries, including multi-level buildings. The device boasts an impressive battery life, lasting weeks on a single charge, and offers advanced features such as custom geofencing, smart alerts, and a detailed location history. Jiobit's team comprises experienced engineers, designers, and marketers, collectively holding numerous patents from prior ventures in consumer product innovation. Headquartered in Chicago, with a development center in Silicon Valley, Jiobit aims to provide peace of mind to parents while enabling freedom for children and pets.
Nexosis
Convertible Note in 2016
Nexosis, founded in 2015, is a software company based in Westerville, Ohio, that develops automated machine learning platforms for data-driven decision-making. It primarily serves the retail, quick service restaurants, food/beverage, and consumer packaged goods industries. Nexosis offers Axon, a machine learning platform that ingests multiple data sources to generate actionable insights, helping businesses forecast inventory needs more accurately. As of July 10, 2018, Nexosis operates as a subsidiary of DataRobot, Inc.
Drive Spotter
Convertible Note in 2016
Founded in 2015, Drive Spotter is a technology company based in Omaha, Nebraska. It develops a video analytics platform designed to enhance safety and efficiency for high-risk heavy industries, particularly commercial fleets. The platform provides real-time insights to drivers and fleet managers, helping prevent accidents and improving bottom-line results.
GoKid Corporation is a technology company that specializes in mobile applications designed for carpooling among schools, teams, and active families in the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Detroit, GoKid offers several products, including the GoKid Carpool app, which simplifies the organization and management of carpools. The platform allows parents to coordinate rides within their trusted networks of friends and neighbors, eliminating the need for strangers or paid drivers. Key features of the application include GPS-based tracking, live mapping, in-app messaging, automated reminders, and notifications about departure times and arrival status. By providing tools for efficient transportation management, GoKid aims to enhance the carpooling experience and foster community connections among families.
Inscope Medical Solutions
Seed Round in 2016
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.
Super Dispatch
Convertible Note in 2016
Founded in 2013, Super Dispatch is a Kansas City-based company specializing in automation software for the auto transportation industry. It offers an end-to-end platform connecting carriers, brokers, and shippers, enabling paperless operations, real-time tracking, and streamlined management of loads, drivers, and billing.
backstitch
Convertible Note in 2016
Backstitch Inc. is a Kansas City-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in a platform for personalized employee communications. The platform serves business communicators by enabling them to create tailored communications for their teams, providing features such as push notifications, internal content, and industry news. Additionally, Backstitch's platform helps users analyze trends and behaviors, identify departmental allies, and measure the return on investment of their communications and engagement efforts. The company also develops an application that integrates a curated media monitoring platform, further enhancing its offerings for HR and internal communications teams.
Mycroft
Angel Round in 2016
Mycroft AI, Inc. is a developer of an open-source voice assistant platform that enables users to interact with their electronic devices through voice commands. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas, Mycroft's software operates as an adaptable platform that can be customized and integrated into various devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. The company emphasizes a privacy-focused approach, utilizing artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance user experience while maintaining an open-source and open-hardware framework. This allows for extensive extension and personalization, catering to the diverse needs of users.
PactSafe
Seed Round in 2015
PactSafe, Inc. is a contract management company that specializes in automated and electronic signature solutions for businesses of various sizes. Established in 2012 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, PactSafe provides a click-to-sign electronic signature platform that facilitates the management and tracking of contracts, streamlining the signing process while ensuring centralized recordkeeping. Its offerings include automated large-scale contract deployment tailored for compliance-related projects, clickwrap integration for eCommerce and software applications, and self-service contract options for customers. With a diverse clientele that includes companies such as DoorDash, Wayfair, and Angie's List, PactSafe serves a range of industries, including eCommerce, software as a service, healthcare, and financial services, focusing on enhancing efficiency in the digital contracting process.
My Dealer Service
Convertible Note in 2015
My Dealer Service Corp., also known as MODERN, specializes in developing automotive service management software designed to enhance communication and workflow for automotive service departments. The company offers MDS Notify, a web-based application that facilitates two-way text messaging between service departments and their customers, providing real-time updates on vehicle status throughout the repair process. In addition to improving customer engagement, the platform streamlines various aspects of repair order management and can seamlessly integrate with existing automotive repair management systems. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, My Dealer Service aims to elevate operational efficiency in automotive service centers while significantly enhancing the overall customer experience.
Elegus Technologies
Convertible Note in 2015
Elegus Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Detroit, Michigan, that specializes in the development and commercialization of separator membranes composed of nanoscale fibers. Founded in 2014, Elegus focuses on enhancing the performance of various energy storage technologies, including lithium-ion, lithium-sulfur, and lithium-air batteries. The company’s innovative separator technology, derived from extensive research at the University of Michigan, addresses critical challenges in battery performance, such as dendrite growth and thickness constraints. By enabling battery manufacturers to increase energy density without compromising safety, Elegus aims to support the evolving demands of the battery industry. The company's commitment to innovation positions it to provide high-performance solutions for contemporary and future energy storage applications.
Hooks
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Hooks Technologies Inc. is a Chicago-based company that designs and develops a mobile application focused on delivering timely notifications and alerts across a variety of interests. The app allows users to create and customize push notifications for topics such as television, music, sports, social media, weather, and more. By providing users with the ability to configure alerts on subjects that matter to them, Hooks aims to enhance the way individuals stay informed about events and updates relevant to their lives. Incorporated in 2015, the company continues to innovate in the realm of personalized notifications.
Glidera
Seed Round in 2015
Glidera Inc. is a company that specializes in providing a platform for buying and selling bitcoins through an online wallet. Founded in 2013 and based in Elmhurst, Illinois, Glidera enhances digital currency wallets by enabling applications to integrate bitcoin trading services seamlessly. The company's flexible API allows developers to incorporate these functionalities into their products, while Glidera manages compliance, banking, liquidity, and fraud issues. Notably, Glidera differentiates itself from other conversion services by never holding customer funds, as it is designed to work exclusively with user-controlled wallets. In December 2016, Glidera became a subsidiary of Payward, Inc.
NexLP Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in cognitive computing and predictive intelligence software. Founded in 2013, it offers the Story Engine, a software-as-a-service solution that helps users visualize and understand major players and topics within their data. This platform leverages advanced text analytics and artificial intelligence to detect patterns, identify key events and anomalies, and provide contextual insights into data narratives. Additionally, NexLP provides Story Engine I3, an on-premise solution for data mining and analysis, along with a range of consulting services, including product customization and artificial intelligence model development. The company primarily serves clients in the legal, security, compliance, and human resources sectors, focusing on reducing costs associated with legal discovery and investigative processes. As of August 2020, NexLP operates as a subsidiary of Reveal Data Corporation.
ExpenseBot
Convertible Note in 2014
ExpenseBot Inc. is a developer of an expense management platform that simplifies the process of business expense reporting. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Shaker Heights, Ohio, the company offers a dashboard that allows users to create, approve, and reimburse expense reports efficiently. The platform leverages artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and machine learning to automate the expense reporting process, pulling data from various sources such as calendar apps, emails, credit card transactions, and GPS. By analyzing expense data, ExpenseBot identifies reimbursable items and automatically generates expense reports when certain thresholds are met. This integration helps clients save time and reduces the challenges associated with organizing and submitting expenses.
Data Everywhere
Convertible Note in 2014
Data Everywhere is a company that provides an add-in for spreadsheets, facilitating the sharing and publishing of datasets across various platforms, including other spreadsheets, databases, and websites. By integrating with a cloud data management service, it offers features such as replication, security, revision control, and search functionality. This allows business users to share data as live resources rather than static files, enabling easy remixing and innovative applications without the need for custom development. Founded in November 2013 by Dan McGee and Dave Bortz, Data Everywhere is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The platform enhances data management by synchronizing information across different systems without the hassle of traditional import and export processes.
Tangiblee
Convertible Note in 2014
Tangiblee operates a platform that enables online retailers to provide visually interactive shopping experiences. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the company transforms retailers' online catalogs into engaging, customer-centric environments.
Package Zen
Convertible Note in 2014
Package Zen LLC is a Chicago-based company that specializes in mobile application development aimed at enhancing package delivery and receiving services. The application allows users to take photographs of bills, accurately identifies the intended recipient, and manages notifications related to deliveries. These notifications include essential details such as delivery information and confirmation instructions. Founded in January 2014, Package Zen provides a streamlined solution for offices, apartments, and condominiums, ensuring that packages are sorted and delivered to the correct individuals through email or SMS alerts. The company's platform facilitates efficient package management, benefiting both clients and delivery partners.
Otterology
Venture Round in 2013
Otterology, LLC, founded in 2013 and based in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, offers affordable cloud-based inventory and sales management software designed for home office and mobile use. The company specializes in providing advanced transaction reporting and comprehensive inventory control solutions that integrate seamlessly with payment platforms such as Square and PayPal. This enables businesses to efficiently manage their sales information and inventory from any mobile device, anytime and anywhere. Otterology's service is notably cost-effective, priced at $9.99 per month, making it accessible for small to medium-sized enterprises seeking reliable inventory management solutions. The company aims to empower business owners with the tools they need to effectively run their operations without the burden of high costs.
Project Fixup
Convertible Note in 2013
Project Fixup is a startup that simplifies the dating process by facilitating in-person meetings between individuals with shared interests. By combining human insight with technology, the company curates enjoyable and convenient dates at local bars and restaurants, primarily in Chicago. After a prospective member is approved by a specialist, Project Fixup identifies compatible matches and coordinates the logistics of the meeting, allowing members to connect without the inefficiencies of lengthy messaging. This approach emphasizes the importance of face-to-face interactions, enabling users to determine compatibility in a more authentic and engaging manner.
TradingView
Convertible Note in 2013
Founded in 2011, TradingView operates a global online platform for traders and investors. It provides real-time market data, advanced charting tools, analytics, and brokerage integration services. With over 15 million monthly active users, it fosters a social community where users can interact, share ideas, and improve their trading skills.
SocialCrunch
Seed Round in 2013
SocialCrunch LLC is a consumer web application that specializes in building a behavior graph of individuals on the Internet. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company focuses on collecting and analyzing data to assist businesses in creating market-relevant content. By capturing detailed consumer profiles and conducting trend research, SocialCrunch provides valuable insights that enable brands and agencies to better understand their audiences. As of early 2015, SocialCrunch operates as a subsidiary of Tastebud Technologies, Inc.
SimpleRelevance
Series A in 2013
SimpleRelevance Inc. is a marketing technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in providing a personalization platform for digital marketers. Established in 2011, the company focuses on enhancing customer engagement through personalized and automated marketing across various channels, including emails, digital advertisements, and mobile applications. By leveraging machine learning technology, SimpleRelevance enables businesses to optimize their marketing messages using both internal and external customer data. This approach allows for tailored communications that consider factors such as customer behavior and preferences, resulting in improved conversion rates and return on investment. SimpleRelevance caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from small businesses to large Fortune 500 companies in sectors such as media, finance, and retail. In December 2015, the company was acquired by Rise Interactive, further integrating its innovative technology into the broader marketing solutions offered by its parent company.
AdYapper
Pre Seed Round in 2013
AdYapper provides an analytics and insights platform for advertisers to optimize campaigns across display, mobile, and TV advertising. The platform delivers real-time analytics, alerts, verification data, and viewability metrics to measure performance, consumer sentiment, and audience engagement. It centralizes data from the ad ecosystem to identify wasted spend and guide in-flight budget reallocations. The solution also includes an influence scoring tool and a domain scorecard to grade inventory, helping clients eliminate low-quality placements and improve media buying decisions. In addition, AdYapper enables advertisers to transform television marketing into an inbound opportunity by sharing content, gathering feedback, and engaging audiences. The company is based in Chicago with additional offices in New York.
Synch is a company based in Toronto, Ohio, specializing in smart inventory and ordering solutions tailored for businesses in the USA. Its product offerings include a mobile application and a web dashboard that allow users to manage their inventories and capture orders efficiently, eliminating the need for traditional paper methods. The application provides real-time inventory and sales data, facilitating informed decision-making through comprehensive statistics and analytics. By offering flexible plans based on usage and company size, Synch aims to enhance efficiency, decrease waste in resources, and support physical product distributors in maximizing their sales efforts. Founded by Changhao Han and Scott Dyer, Synch is committed to streamlining inventory management for its users.
Fetchnotes
Seed Round in 2012
Fetchnotes, Inc. is a productivity application that offers an online note-taking service designed to help users capture and organize brief notes, such as books to read, ideas, and shopping lists. Established in 2012 and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Fetchnotes utilizes a cloud-based platform, enabling users to conveniently jot down and manage their notes. The company aims to enhance personal organization and efficiency through its intuitive interface. As of April 2015, Fetchnotes operates as a subsidiary of Driftt, Inc.
RollSale
Seed Round in 2012
RollSale, LLC is a mobile-centric social network designed for car dealers in the United States to facilitate the buying and selling of vehicles. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, the company enables car owners to efficiently locate local dealers willing to pay the best price for their cars, allowing for a straightforward transaction process. For car dealers, RollSale serves as a comprehensive platform that provides access to consumer-owned vehicles, as well as rental and off-lease cars, streamlining the acquisition of inventory from both customers and other dealers.
Murfie
Pre Seed Round in 2012
Murfie is an online digital music marketplace established in 2010 and based in Madison, Wisconsin. The platform facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of music collections, including new and used CDs and vinyl records. By offering remote storage and digital access, Murfie caters to music enthusiasts who seek traditional ownership alongside the convenience of accessing their collections online. The company fosters a community for collectors, enabling them to engage in transactions, share their music, and enjoy both physical and digital formats.
WorkOutLoud is a private collaboration platform that enables businesses to interact with customers, self-organize teams, communicate effectively, address challenges collectively, and discuss solutions.
TrustClarity develops a SaaS platform that optimizes the sale of excess inventory for businesses. Using AI and blockchain technology, it converts simple product listings into enriched online data, facilitating sales via ecommerce channels and modern outreach methods.