Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund

Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund is an outgrowth of Revolution’s Rise of the Rest platform, a national initiative launched in 2014 to spotlight emerging startup hubs. Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund invests in seed- and early-stage companies located outside of New York City, Silicon Valley, and Boston. By partnering with regional ecosystem leaders and co-investors, Rise of the Rest is helping to build and scale the next wave of transformational companies. The Rise of the Rest Seed Funds are backed by a group of iconic entrepreneurs and business leaders committed to the vision that the next great startups will be located outside of the coastal tech hubs.

Anna Kohanski Mason

Partner

Clint Myers

Partner

James David Vance

Managing Partner

Past deals in Illinois

Dimension Inx

Series A in 2023
Dimension Inx Corp. focuses on designing and developing three-dimensional (3D) printable materials and painted objects for research and commercial applications. The company specializes in creating regenerative microenvironments that aid the body in self-healing. Its biomaterials platform incorporates a complex interplay of material composition, microstructure, and microarchitecture to enhance biofunctionality. Dimension Inx offers a range of products, including Hyperelastic Bone for bone regeneration, 3D printable elastomers, bioactive ceramics, and solutions for soft tissue regeneration. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company aims to provide innovative therapeutic products that restore tissue and organ function, potentially reducing the need for organ transplantation through advanced bio-fabrication processes.

Bridge Money

Seed Round in 2022
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It has developed a mobile banking platform that offers a variety of services including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). The platform also features a secure debit card with no associated fees, and users benefit from the absence of overdraft charges. Bridge Money focuses on empowering users to enhance their financial well-being on a daily basis.

Rheaply

Funding Round in 2022
Rheaply, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that offers an online platform known as the Asset Exchange Manager (AxM). This cloud-based resource exchange technology connects organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, school systems, and nonprofits, allowing them to buy, sell, trade, donate, and rent resources. By combining an asset management system with an online marketplace, Rheaply facilitates effective exchanges of materials and resources, thereby improving reuse outcomes and supporting the principles of a circular economy. The platform aims to reduce waste and unnecessary expenditures, promoting sustainability across various sectors.

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix Inc. is a Chicago-based company established in 2017 that operates a managed marketplace connecting manufacturing companies with a vetted network of skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. The platform facilitates the hiring process by streamlining candidate vetting, generating job listings, and offering salary insights, thereby enabling manufacturers to find and hire skilled labor for both full-time positions and part-time projects. Job seekers can create profiles to match their skills with suitable employers, enhancing their chances of maximizing earning potential.

FOXTROT

Series C in 2022
FOXTROT is a grocery store operator that specializes in offering a curated selection of products, including wine, spirits, groceries, snacks, ice cream, and various lifestyle items. Founded in 2013 in Chicago, Illinois, FOXTROT has expanded its presence to Texas and provides customers with the convenience of shopping through its website and mobile application. Orders are delivered to customers' doorsteps in under an hour, enhancing the shopping experience with a focus on everyday essentials. The company was co-founded by Mike LaVitola, Brian Jaffee, and Taylor Bloom.

DwellSocial

Seed Round in 2021
DwellSocial, Inc. operates an online platform that connects homeowners with contractors for various home projects and services, facilitating professional referrals and job opportunities. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, DwellSocial also focuses on enhancing community engagement by aggregating demand for meals from local restaurants. The platform enables restaurants to expand their reach into suburban areas by organizing restaurant pop-ups, allowing them to serve new customers efficiently. By leveraging community power, DwellSocial offers a diverse selection of dining options, enabling customers to discover and order from their favorite local restaurants based on their zip codes. This dual approach supports both home improvement needs and local dining experiences, fostering strong community ties.

FOXTROT

Series B in 2021
FOXTROT is a grocery store operator that specializes in offering a curated selection of products, including wine, spirits, groceries, snacks, ice cream, and various lifestyle items. Founded in 2013 in Chicago, Illinois, FOXTROT has expanded its presence to Texas and provides customers with the convenience of shopping through its website and mobile application. Orders are delivered to customers' doorsteps in under an hour, enhancing the shopping experience with a focus on everyday essentials. The company was co-founded by Mike LaVitola, Brian Jaffee, and Taylor Bloom.

Rheaply

Series A in 2021
Rheaply, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2016 that offers an online platform known as the Asset Exchange Manager (AxM). This cloud-based resource exchange technology connects organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, school systems, and nonprofits, allowing them to buy, sell, trade, donate, and rent resources. By combining an asset management system with an online marketplace, Rheaply facilitates effective exchanges of materials and resources, thereby improving reuse outcomes and supporting the principles of a circular economy. The platform aims to reduce waste and unnecessary expenditures, promoting sustainability across various sectors.

Dimension Inx

Venture Round in 2020
Dimension Inx Corp. focuses on designing and developing three-dimensional (3D) printable materials and painted objects for research and commercial applications. The company specializes in creating regenerative microenvironments that aid the body in self-healing. Its biomaterials platform incorporates a complex interplay of material composition, microstructure, and microarchitecture to enhance biofunctionality. Dimension Inx offers a range of products, including Hyperelastic Bone for bone regeneration, 3D printable elastomers, bioactive ceramics, and solutions for soft tissue regeneration. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company aims to provide innovative therapeutic products that restore tissue and organ function, potentially reducing the need for organ transplantation through advanced bio-fabrication processes.

Bridge Money

Seed Round in 2020
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It has developed a mobile banking platform that offers a variety of services including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). The platform also features a secure debit card with no associated fees, and users benefit from the absence of overdraft charges. Bridge Money focuses on empowering users to enhance their financial well-being on a daily basis.

FactoryFix

Venture Round in 2020
FactoryFix Inc. is a Chicago-based company established in 2017 that operates a managed marketplace connecting manufacturing companies with a vetted network of skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. The platform facilitates the hiring process by streamlining candidate vetting, generating job listings, and offering salary insights, thereby enabling manufacturers to find and hire skilled labor for both full-time positions and part-time projects. Job seekers can create profiles to match their skills with suitable employers, enhancing their chances of maximizing earning potential.

FOXTROT

Series A in 2020
FOXTROT is a grocery store operator that specializes in offering a curated selection of products, including wine, spirits, groceries, snacks, ice cream, and various lifestyle items. Founded in 2013 in Chicago, Illinois, FOXTROT has expanded its presence to Texas and provides customers with the convenience of shopping through its website and mobile application. Orders are delivered to customers' doorsteps in under an hour, enhancing the shopping experience with a focus on everyday essentials. The company was co-founded by Mike LaVitola, Brian Jaffee, and Taylor Bloom.

Mozaic

Venture Round in 2019
Mozaic is a global payment platform based in Chicago and Nashville, designed to support co-creators on various projects around the world. The platform leverages smart contracts to automate income splits among creative teams, facilitating seamless financial transactions. By offering features such as automated payouts and unified dashboards, Mozaic enables both enterprise-level companies and independent creators to efficiently monetize their creative projects. The company's aim is to enhance the financial well-being of creators and establish itself as the leading payment solution in the evolving co-creation economy.

The Minte

Seed Round in 2018
The Minte provides hotel-style housekeeping services primarily for residents of high-rise apartment buildings. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company employs a building-centric model to staff its housekeepers. Its offerings include a range of cleaning services, such as sweeping and spot cleaning floors, wiping countertops, loading dishwashers, and refreshing bathrooms. Residents can conveniently book these services through a mobile app or by using a dash-like button located at their door. The Minte aims to deliver consistent and trusted cleaning, helping residents maintain their homes with the same level of professionalism expected from a hotel.

FOXTROT

Series A in 2018
FOXTROT is a grocery store operator that specializes in offering a curated selection of products, including wine, spirits, groceries, snacks, ice cream, and various lifestyle items. Founded in 2013 in Chicago, Illinois, FOXTROT has expanded its presence to Texas and provides customers with the convenience of shopping through its website and mobile application. Orders are delivered to customers' doorsteps in under an hour, enhancing the shopping experience with a focus on everyday essentials. The company was co-founded by Mike LaVitola, Brian Jaffee, and Taylor Bloom.
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