MyUTI
Pre Seed Round in 2024
MyUTI is a healthcare company specializing in urinary tract infection (UTI) management. It offers home collection test kits and lab tests, aiming to provide prompt care and mitigate antibiotic resistance. Key services include the MyUTI Complete package, bundling a home test kit and lab test, and the MyUTI Just In Case Kit for at-home UTI testing. Additionally, MyUTI provides educational resources to help customers understand and prevent UTIs.
Pure Blue Tech
Convertible Note in 2024
Pure Blue Tech specializes in advanced membrane technologies designed to reduce fouling and enhance the efficiency of water purification processes. The company utilizes ultrasonic and nanopatterned membrane systems, which enable industrial clients and municipalities to effectively filter and purify various liquids, including water, wastewater, seawater, and milk. By minimizing membrane fouling, Pure Blue Tech significantly lowers costs associated with maintenance, replacement, and chemical usage, while also reducing downtime and waste disposal needs. This innovative approach allows clients to achieve better water management solutions while optimizing operational efficiency.
Green Steel Environmental
Seed Round in 2024
Green Steel Environmental is a company that develops sustainable products to clean hydrogen sulfide into renewable gas. It uses clean technology and upcycled materials to remove excess nutrients from wastewater and renewable natural gas, thereby enabling the return of these nutrients to the earth as fertilizer.
Noninvasix
Convertible Note in 2024
Noninvasix, Inc., established in 2007, is a medical technology company based in Galveston, Texas. It develops non-invasive precision oximetry systems designed to measure oxygen sufficiency within organs and veins without the need for invasive catheters. The company's primary focus is on monitoring brain oxygenation in preterm babies within newborn intensive care units (NICUs). Noninvasix has raised over $6.8 million in funding, including a seed round in late 2021, and has been supported by grants from the NIH and DOD totaling $6 million. The company's technology has been clinically validated and is protected by a robust IP portfolio comprising 9 U.S. and 8 global patents. Noninvasix has participated in prestigious accelerator programs such as Philips Healthworks and TMCx, and its innovations have earned multiple awards.
CirrusMD
Convertible Note in 2024
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform designed to facilitate seamless interaction between patients and doctors in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely send messages and images, schedule video consultations, and access health information, all while providing 24/7 access to local physicians. The platform emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling direct communication through HIPAA-compliant messaging and video chat. By improving patient access to timely medical care, CirrusMD aims to transform the traditional healthcare experience, making it more accessible and efficient for patients seeking guidance beyond primary care.
Vitro3D
Seed Round in 2024
Vitro3D is a pioneering developer of advanced volumetric 3D printing solutions, specializing in high-dimensionality additive manufacturing technology. The company focuses on creating high-resolution parts that require minimal post-processing, making it ideal for diverse applications across various sectors, including life sciences, medical devices, tissue engineering, microfluidics, dental, electronic components, aerospace, and automotive industries. Vitro3D’s innovative approach allows for the rapid production of complex components, enabling manufacturers to efficiently and sustainably produce high-quality parts with a wide range of material properties. By streamlining the manufacturing process, Vitro3D helps clients save time and reduce costs while enhancing the capabilities of medical equipment and other applications.
Wander + Ivy
Series B in 2024
Wander + Ivy is a producer of premium wine that specializes in single-serving bottles made from certified organic grapes. The company collaborates with family-owned vineyards globally to create high-quality wines, ensuring that all grapes used are organic. By offering wine in convenient, easy-to-open glass bottles, Wander + Ivy provides consumers with the opportunity to sample a diverse range of wines without the risk of wastage. This approach not only enhances the single-serve wine experience but also makes it accessible at affordable prices.
PharmaJet
Corporate Round in 2023
PharmaJet, Inc. is a company that develops and markets innovative needle-free devices for vaccine delivery. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, PharmaJet's technology utilizes a narrow stream of fluid to deliver injections without the use of needles, thereby addressing issues such as needle-stick injuries, needle reuse, cross-contamination, and sharps waste disposal. The company offers its products under the Stratis and Tropis brands, which are designed to provide accurate and comfortable injections for various target tissues. By eliminating the risks associated with traditional needle-syringe delivery systems, PharmaJet aims to enhance safety and efficiency in immunization practices.
GeoVisual Analytics
Convertible Note in 2023
GeoVisual Analytics creates AI algorithms to assist farmers in reducing production uncertainties. The company's algorithm uses big data analytics and cloud-based computing to conduct routine field monitoring with airplanes, drones, and mobile phones, allowing farmers to improve forecasting, improve and predict crop health, and increase profit through farm automation. In order to maximize profits and reduce the amount of crop left unharvested because it is either too large or too small to meet customer specifications, GeoVisual assists growers in determining the best harvest dates.
Aspero Medical
Seed Round in 2023
Aspero Medical, Inc. is a medical device manufacturer based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2018. The company specializes in gastrointestinal balloon endoscopy, focusing on improving both the patient experience and procedural efficiency for physicians. Its flagship product, the AP Balloon Overtube, incorporates innovative pillar technology that enhances device performance by maximizing frictional properties. This design increases mucosal wall traction and anchoring consistency within the gastrointestinal tract, ultimately allowing for reduced procedure times and sedation needs. By emphasizing improvements in patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness, Aspero Medical aims to advance the field of gastrointestinal diagnostics and treatment.
Vaporox
Convertible Note in 2023
Vaporox, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced therapeutic delivery systems for treating skin wounds. It specializes in Vaporous Hyperoxia Therapy (VHT), a patented technology that utilizes low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound to atomize a liquid, optionally infused with antimicrobials, allowing for continuous delivery to wound beds. This innovative approach is particularly effective for a range of skin conditions, including diabetic foot ulcers, amputations, burns, frostbite, gangrene, pressure ulcers, and skin grafts. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Vaporox aims to provide a comfortable and cost-effective treatment alternative in the healthcare sector. The company was previously known as Wound Care, Inc. before rebranding in January 2019.
Vartega
Venture Round in 2023
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Wander + Ivy
Series B in 2023
Wander + Ivy is a producer of premium wine that specializes in single-serving bottles made from certified organic grapes. The company collaborates with family-owned vineyards globally to create high-quality wines, ensuring that all grapes used are organic. By offering wine in convenient, easy-to-open glass bottles, Wander + Ivy provides consumers with the opportunity to sample a diverse range of wines without the risk of wastage. This approach not only enhances the single-serve wine experience but also makes it accessible at affordable prices.
Grüvi specializes in producing non-alcoholic craft beverages, including a variety of beers and wines. The company aims to foster an inclusive community by offering flavorful alternatives for individuals who prefer not to consume alcohol, particularly in social settings. Their product lineup features an assortment of non-alcoholic options, such as an alcohol-free dry red blend, dry secco, and bubbly rosé. By focusing on quality and taste, Grüvi provides consumers with healthier choices while promoting enjoyable experiences without the effects of alcohol.
Pure Blue Tech
Seed Round in 2023
Pure Blue Tech specializes in advanced membrane technologies designed to reduce fouling and enhance the efficiency of water purification processes. The company utilizes ultrasonic and nanopatterned membrane systems, which enable industrial clients and municipalities to effectively filter and purify various liquids, including water, wastewater, seawater, and milk. By minimizing membrane fouling, Pure Blue Tech significantly lowers costs associated with maintenance, replacement, and chemical usage, while also reducing downtime and waste disposal needs. This innovative approach allows clients to achieve better water management solutions while optimizing operational efficiency.
Allotrope Medical
Convertible Note in 2023
Allotrope Medical Inc. is a Houston-based medical device company that specializes in manufacturing surgical devices aimed at enhancing surgical procedures. The company's flagship product, StimSite, is an intuitive handheld device designed specifically to assist surgeons in quickly and accurately identifying ureters during operations. This device not only aids in ureter localization but also functions as a blunt dissection tool, streamlining the surgical process. By employing a simple single-button design, Allotrope Medical's device eliminates the need for additional pre and post-operative procedures, thereby improving efficiency in pelvic surgeries. Established in 2016, the company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance surgical accuracy and patient safety.
Noninvasix
Convertible Note in 2023
Noninvasix, Inc., established in 2007, is a medical technology company based in Galveston, Texas. It develops non-invasive precision oximetry systems designed to measure oxygen sufficiency within organs and veins without the need for invasive catheters. The company's primary focus is on monitoring brain oxygenation in preterm babies within newborn intensive care units (NICUs). Noninvasix has raised over $6.8 million in funding, including a seed round in late 2021, and has been supported by grants from the NIH and DOD totaling $6 million. The company's technology has been clinically validated and is protected by a robust IP portfolio comprising 9 U.S. and 8 global patents. Noninvasix has participated in prestigious accelerator programs such as Philips Healthworks and TMCx, and its innovations have earned multiple awards.
Candoo
Convertible Note in 2022
Candoo is a company dedicated to providing remote technical support and training specifically designed for older adults. Its services assist this demographic in setting up and learning to use various technologies, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart home devices. By offering online visits from knowledgeable Tech Concierges, Candoo helps seniors navigate digital tools, ensuring they remain independent, safe, and connected in an increasingly digital world. Through its tailored approach, Candoo empowers older individuals to engage with technology confidently and securely.
CrowdSmart
Series A in 2022
CrowdSmart, Inc., based in San Francisco, is a technology company that has developed an intelligent data-driven platform for seed stage startup investing. The platform leverages proprietary collective expert insights and artificial intelligence to score and predict the success of startups sourced from prominent accelerators, investor groups, and universities. Accredited investors with relevant expertise are selected from the CrowdSmart community to conduct thorough due diligence on each startup. The platform generates investment recommendations based on user-generated data, typically within 30 days. Since its establishment in 2015, CrowdSmart has achieved a notable investment prediction accuracy of 94%, correlating AI predictions with actual outcomes. The company enables participants to build diversified portfolios of high-potential startup investments with minimal fees and investment amounts starting at $1,000. Additionally, all startups assessed through the platform receive valuable market insights to enhance their traction and funding opportunities.
Suggestic
Seed Round in 2022
Suggestic, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in automated and personalized lifestyle and nutrition coaching. Its platform leverages proprietary artificial intelligence to create tailored diet plans that cater to users' individual goals, dietary preferences, and restrictions. The application facilitates precision eating by offering personalized meal plans, smart shopping lists, recipe suggestions, and restaurant recommendations. By encoding dietary programs as rulesets, Suggestic enables health-related organizations to efficiently build and deliver customized nutrition programs through white label solutions or direct API integration. The platform also supports data acquisition from users through assessments and lab tests, allowing it to provide relevant food recommendations that assist individuals in weight management, enhancing vitality, and preventing or reversing chronic diseases.
Starfire Energy
Series B in 2022
Starfire Energy is a company focused on developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies, specializing in the production of carbon-free ammonia. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Starfire Energy has created modular systems that synthesize ammonia from renewable energy sources, specifically wind and solar power. These modular plants are built in shipping containers that are pre-wired and pre-plumbed, facilitating easy on-site installation. The ammonia produced is not only used as a fertilizer and refrigerant but also serves as an energy-dense liquid fuel. By utilizing renewable energy, air, and water as inputs, Starfire Energy aims to meet the growing demands for energy storage and transportation while contributing to carbon-free industrial processes.
Vitro3D
Seed Round in 2022
Vitro3D is a pioneering developer of advanced volumetric 3D printing solutions, specializing in high-dimensionality additive manufacturing technology. The company focuses on creating high-resolution parts that require minimal post-processing, making it ideal for diverse applications across various sectors, including life sciences, medical devices, tissue engineering, microfluidics, dental, electronic components, aerospace, and automotive industries. Vitro3D’s innovative approach allows for the rapid production of complex components, enabling manufacturers to efficiently and sustainably produce high-quality parts with a wide range of material properties. By streamlining the manufacturing process, Vitro3D helps clients save time and reduce costs while enhancing the capabilities of medical equipment and other applications.
Sheets & Giggles
Seed Round in 2022
Sheets & Giggles, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling sustainable bedding products, particularly eucalyptus lyocell sheets and comforters. Founded in 2017, the company has established itself as a direct-to-consumer brand known for its eco-friendly approach and commitment to sustainability, having planted tens of thousands of trees as part of its initiatives. Sheets & Giggles has gained recognition for its innovative products, including being awarded "Best Overall" sheets by Good Housekeeping in March 2021. The company’s offerings also include pillows and mattresses, all designed to provide comfort while promoting environmentally responsible practices. By selling its products online, Sheets & Giggles aims to enhance customers' sleep experiences with high-quality, plant-based bedding solutions.
Steelhead Composites
Series A in 2022
Steelhead Composites LLC is an engineering and manufacturing company based in Golden, Colorado, specializing in the production of lightweight hydraulic accumulators and high-pressure vessels primarily for the hydraulic hybrid market. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of services, including the design and analysis of composite pressure vessels, advanced filament winding, and hydrostatic pressure testing. Steelhead Composites also manufactures seamless metal cylinders and hydrogen storage systems, catering to various sectors, including aerospace, stationary energy, mobility, and maritime applications. With a fully digital shop floor and advanced manufacturing processes, the company focuses on providing efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly solutions for gas storage and transport, particularly in applications requiring zero emissions.
Nymbl Science
Venture Round in 2022
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
TiLT
Venture Round in 2022
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MC Squares
Series A in 2022
M.C. Squares locally manufactures home and office products in innovative ways using advanced materials. We launch by selling direct to consumers using authentic influencers and mountains of content while eyeing eventual retail placement.
Bitsbox
Venture Round in 2022
Bitsbox is an educational company based in Boulder, Colorado, that focuses on teaching children aged 6 to 12 how to code by providing a subscription box service. Established in 2014, the company offers monthly projects that engage kids in programming real applications for mobile devices, such as phones and tablets. Each subscription box contains coding activities that grow in complexity, allowing grade-schoolers to develop their computational skills in a fun and accessible manner. Bitsbox aims to make learning coding enjoyable and practical, empowering children to create their own apps through hands-on experience.
Vartega
Seed Round in 2022
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Grüvi specializes in producing non-alcoholic craft beverages, including a variety of beers and wines. The company aims to foster an inclusive community by offering flavorful alternatives for individuals who prefer not to consume alcohol, particularly in social settings. Their product lineup features an assortment of non-alcoholic options, such as an alcohol-free dry red blend, dry secco, and bubbly rosé. By focusing on quality and taste, Grüvi provides consumers with healthier choices while promoting enjoyable experiences without the effects of alcohol.
Compression Works
Convertible Note in 2022
Compression Works is a manufacturer specializing in advanced medical devices, specifically the abdominal aortic and junctional tourniquet-stabilized (AAJT-S) system. This innovative product is designed to address critical hemorrhage control in various anatomical regions including the axilla, abdomen, and inguinal area, while also providing stabilization for pelvic fractures and effective aortic compression. The AAJT-S system aims to save lives by offering multifunctional solutions for managing junctional and pelvic bleeding, which are significant preventable causes of mortality. By enhancing emergency care capabilities, Compression Works contributes to improving patient outcomes and overall quality of life.
Vaporox, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced therapeutic delivery systems for treating skin wounds. It specializes in Vaporous Hyperoxia Therapy (VHT), a patented technology that utilizes low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound to atomize a liquid, optionally infused with antimicrobials, allowing for continuous delivery to wound beds. This innovative approach is particularly effective for a range of skin conditions, including diabetic foot ulcers, amputations, burns, frostbite, gangrene, pressure ulcers, and skin grafts. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Vaporox aims to provide a comfortable and cost-effective treatment alternative in the healthcare sector. The company was previously known as Wound Care, Inc. before rebranding in January 2019.
De Oro Devices
Seed Round in 2022
De Oro Devices is a device that re-establishing the connection between the brain and the body. Attach a NexStride to cane, walker, and walking poles that help to reduce the duration and frequency of freezing episodes.
TalentBloom Healthcare
Seed Round in 2022
Modern products and data enrichment tools that bring visibility and clarity to your talent ecosystem. To navigate today’s challenging talent acquisition environment every company needs the right tools to blossom. We are committed to helping healthcare organizations bloom by providing easy-to-use, effective solutions to centralize your data, helping you visualize your entire talent pipeline and hire more amazing team members.
EdCuration
Seed Round in 2022
EdCuration is an online marketplace and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that specializes in connecting schools and districts with effective and innovative curriculum resources. The platform serves as a collaborative environment where educators can discover and access a diverse range of courses, including subjects such as computer science, arts, English, history, social studies, physical education, math, and science. By facilitating the matching of educational resources with the specific needs of schools, EdCuration aims to enhance learning outcomes and promote student success.
Realvolve
Convertible Note in 2022
Realvolve, LLC is a company that specializes in developing a customer relationship management (CRM) solution tailored for the real estate industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Realvolve offers a Software-as-a-Service platform designed to help real estate agents streamline and automate their workflows. The platform stands out with its modern user interface, allowing easy access through any web browser, and providing actionable insights that enable agents to effectively manage their contacts, listings, escrows, tasks, files, and documents. By combining and interpreting information from various sources, Realvolve focuses on enhancing relationships within the real estate sector, ultimately fostering connections that lead to referrals and repeat business. As of February 2020, Realvolve operates as a subsidiary of FirePoint Solutions, LLC.
Wander + Ivy
Series A in 2022
Wander + Ivy is a producer of premium wine that specializes in single-serving bottles made from certified organic grapes. The company collaborates with family-owned vineyards globally to create high-quality wines, ensuring that all grapes used are organic. By offering wine in convenient, easy-to-open glass bottles, Wander + Ivy provides consumers with the opportunity to sample a diverse range of wines without the risk of wastage. This approach not only enhances the single-serve wine experience but also makes it accessible at affordable prices.
Orbit Genomics
Series A in 2022
Orbit Genomics is a biotechnology company focused on advancing early disease detection, treatment, and prevention of complex diseases through its innovative genomics platform. The platform utilizes proprietary technology to analyze repetitive DNA, which provides insights into both inherited predispositions and acquired disease risks. By examining specific segments of deoxyribonucleic acid, Orbit Genomics enables healthcare professionals to develop clinically actionable tests that facilitate precision medicine. The company's approach aims to enhance the understanding of individual genetic profiles, ultimately leading to more effective disease management and improved patient outcomes.
Allotrope Medical
Convertible Note in 2022
Allotrope Medical Inc. is a Houston-based medical device company that specializes in manufacturing surgical devices aimed at enhancing surgical procedures. The company's flagship product, StimSite, is an intuitive handheld device designed specifically to assist surgeons in quickly and accurately identifying ureters during operations. This device not only aids in ureter localization but also functions as a blunt dissection tool, streamlining the surgical process. By employing a simple single-button design, Allotrope Medical's device eliminates the need for additional pre and post-operative procedures, thereby improving efficiency in pelvic surgeries. Established in 2016, the company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance surgical accuracy and patient safety.
Aspero Medical
Seed Round in 2022
Aspero Medical, Inc. is a medical device manufacturer based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2018. The company specializes in gastrointestinal balloon endoscopy, focusing on improving both the patient experience and procedural efficiency for physicians. Its flagship product, the AP Balloon Overtube, incorporates innovative pillar technology that enhances device performance by maximizing frictional properties. This design increases mucosal wall traction and anchoring consistency within the gastrointestinal tract, ultimately allowing for reduced procedure times and sedation needs. By emphasizing improvements in patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness, Aspero Medical aims to advance the field of gastrointestinal diagnostics and treatment.
CurvaFix, Inc. is a medical device company based in Bellevue, Washington, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing innovative solutions for pelvic fracture repair, addressing unmet needs in orthopedic trauma. Its flagship product, The CurvaFix, is an intramedullary rod screw designed to adapt to the natural shape of bones, particularly in the pelvis. This capability allows the device to effectively fill the space within curved bones, facilitating simpler and shorter surgical procedures. By improving surgical outcomes, CurvaFix aims to enhance patient recovery times and overall treatment efficacy.
OnlySky
Seed Round in 2021
OnlySky is a cloud-based software platform that offers a customizable, white-label solution for ski areas, allowing guests to create their ideal skiing experience directly on the resort's website. The platform integrates various functionalities, enabling ski area staff to manage inventory, eCommerce, point of sale systems, ski school operations, and events from a single interface. By eliminating upfront fees and ensuring user-friendliness, OnlySky has become a preferred choice for independent ski areas across North America and snow schools globally. The technology enhances guest engagement, facilitating processes such as equipment rental and instructor booking through users' smartphones, ultimately improving the overall guest experience at ski resorts.
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Grüvi specializes in producing non-alcoholic craft beverages, including a variety of beers and wines. The company aims to foster an inclusive community by offering flavorful alternatives for individuals who prefer not to consume alcohol, particularly in social settings. Their product lineup features an assortment of non-alcoholic options, such as an alcohol-free dry red blend, dry secco, and bubbly rosé. By focusing on quality and taste, Grüvi provides consumers with healthier choices while promoting enjoyable experiences without the effects of alcohol.
TalentBloom Healthcare
Seed Round in 2021
Modern products and data enrichment tools that bring visibility and clarity to your talent ecosystem. To navigate today’s challenging talent acquisition environment every company needs the right tools to blossom. We are committed to helping healthcare organizations bloom by providing easy-to-use, effective solutions to centralize your data, helping you visualize your entire talent pipeline and hire more amazing team members.
Allotrope Medical
Series A in 2021
Allotrope Medical Inc. is a Houston-based medical device company that specializes in manufacturing surgical devices aimed at enhancing surgical procedures. The company's flagship product, StimSite, is an intuitive handheld device designed specifically to assist surgeons in quickly and accurately identifying ureters during operations. This device not only aids in ureter localization but also functions as a blunt dissection tool, streamlining the surgical process. By employing a simple single-button design, Allotrope Medical's device eliminates the need for additional pre and post-operative procedures, thereby improving efficiency in pelvic surgeries. Established in 2016, the company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance surgical accuracy and patient safety.
Spine Align
Seed Round in 2020
Spine Align, LLC is a medical device company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing innovative imaging technology that provides real-time, three-dimensional measurements of spinal alignment during corrective surgeries. Its flagship product offers on-demand, full-length assessments of a patient's spine, significantly reducing the time required for measurements by 95% and minimizing radiation exposure by 80% compared to traditional methods. By enabling intraoperative alignment measurements, Spine Align aims to assist medical professionals in standardizing outcomes for primary spine surgeries and addressing the high revision rates associated with these procedures.
PharmaJet
Convertible Note in 2020
PharmaJet, Inc. is a company that develops and markets innovative needle-free devices for vaccine delivery. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, PharmaJet's technology utilizes a narrow stream of fluid to deliver injections without the use of needles, thereby addressing issues such as needle-stick injuries, needle reuse, cross-contamination, and sharps waste disposal. The company offers its products under the Stratis and Tropis brands, which are designed to provide accurate and comfortable injections for various target tissues. By eliminating the risks associated with traditional needle-syringe delivery systems, PharmaJet aims to enhance safety and efficiency in immunization practices.
Cerahelix
Series B in 2020
Cerahelix, Inc. is a manufacturer of ceramic membrane filters designed for high-quality water purification and resource recycling. Established in 2011 and based in Orono, Maine, the company specializes in bio-derived products that utilize patented DNA template technology to create sub-nanometer pores in ceramic membranes. This innovative design enables the filtration of minute particles, allowing water purification agencies to effectively separate salts, metal ions, and other impurities at the molecular level. Cerahelix offers a range of filtration products, including single-channel elements for laboratory and pilot-scale studies, as well as multi-channel elements for commercial applications. Additionally, the company provides filter element housings and laboratory test systems to support small-scale research and development. Its products serve various industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, mining, and waste-to-energy.
Nymbl Science
Seed Round in 2020
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
Vaporox
Seed Round in 2020
Vaporox, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced therapeutic delivery systems for treating skin wounds. It specializes in Vaporous Hyperoxia Therapy (VHT), a patented technology that utilizes low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound to atomize a liquid, optionally infused with antimicrobials, allowing for continuous delivery to wound beds. This innovative approach is particularly effective for a range of skin conditions, including diabetic foot ulcers, amputations, burns, frostbite, gangrene, pressure ulcers, and skin grafts. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Vaporox aims to provide a comfortable and cost-effective treatment alternative in the healthcare sector. The company was previously known as Wound Care, Inc. before rebranding in January 2019.
Pagedip
Seed Round in 2020
Pagedip is a cloud-based content publishing platform that empowers enterprise teams to create and share interactive documents with ease. The platform features a no-code interface that allows users to produce various types of content, including web pages, newsletters, brochures, reports, and e-books, all while utilizing customized and branded templates. Pagedip's innovative solution incorporates elements such as live data integration and compliance with GDPR and ADA regulations, ensuring that content is not only engaging but also accessible and compliant. With its unique Engagement Factor™, Pagedip enhances content measurability, enabling organizations to improve communication quality, align team objectives, and make data-driven decisions in real time.
Wander + Ivy
Seed Round in 2020
Wander + Ivy is a producer of premium wine that specializes in single-serving bottles made from certified organic grapes. The company collaborates with family-owned vineyards globally to create high-quality wines, ensuring that all grapes used are organic. By offering wine in convenient, easy-to-open glass bottles, Wander + Ivy provides consumers with the opportunity to sample a diverse range of wines without the risk of wastage. This approach not only enhances the single-serve wine experience but also makes it accessible at affordable prices.
Buderflys
Seed Round in 2020
Buderflys Technologies, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, specializes in manufacturing high-quality wireless earbuds. The company, previously known as Purdy Labs, LLC, caters specifically to earbud users, offering products with features such as LDAC sound, extended battery life, noise isolation, a built-in microphone, and a comfortable, customizable design that fits snugly in the ear.
PharmaJet
Series G in 2020
PharmaJet, Inc. is a company that develops and markets innovative needle-free devices for vaccine delivery. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, PharmaJet's technology utilizes a narrow stream of fluid to deliver injections without the use of needles, thereby addressing issues such as needle-stick injuries, needle reuse, cross-contamination, and sharps waste disposal. The company offers its products under the Stratis and Tropis brands, which are designed to provide accurate and comfortable injections for various target tissues. By eliminating the risks associated with traditional needle-syringe delivery systems, PharmaJet aims to enhance safety and efficiency in immunization practices.
Vaporox
Seed Round in 2020
Vaporox, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced therapeutic delivery systems for treating skin wounds. It specializes in Vaporous Hyperoxia Therapy (VHT), a patented technology that utilizes low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound to atomize a liquid, optionally infused with antimicrobials, allowing for continuous delivery to wound beds. This innovative approach is particularly effective for a range of skin conditions, including diabetic foot ulcers, amputations, burns, frostbite, gangrene, pressure ulcers, and skin grafts. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Vaporox aims to provide a comfortable and cost-effective treatment alternative in the healthcare sector. The company was previously known as Wound Care, Inc. before rebranding in January 2019.
Vaporox
Seed Round in 2020
Vaporox, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced therapeutic delivery systems for treating skin wounds. It specializes in Vaporous Hyperoxia Therapy (VHT), a patented technology that utilizes low-frequency, non-contact ultrasound to atomize a liquid, optionally infused with antimicrobials, allowing for continuous delivery to wound beds. This innovative approach is particularly effective for a range of skin conditions, including diabetic foot ulcers, amputations, burns, frostbite, gangrene, pressure ulcers, and skin grafts. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Vaporox aims to provide a comfortable and cost-effective treatment alternative in the healthcare sector. The company was previously known as Wound Care, Inc. before rebranding in January 2019.
Sheets & Giggles
Seed Round in 2019
Sheets & Giggles, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling sustainable bedding products, particularly eucalyptus lyocell sheets and comforters. Founded in 2017, the company has established itself as a direct-to-consumer brand known for its eco-friendly approach and commitment to sustainability, having planted tens of thousands of trees as part of its initiatives. Sheets & Giggles has gained recognition for its innovative products, including being awarded "Best Overall" sheets by Good Housekeeping in March 2021. The company’s offerings also include pillows and mattresses, all designed to provide comfort while promoting environmentally responsible practices. By selling its products online, Sheets & Giggles aims to enhance customers' sleep experiences with high-quality, plant-based bedding solutions.
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform designed to facilitate seamless interaction between patients and doctors in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely send messages and images, schedule video consultations, and access health information, all while providing 24/7 access to local physicians. The platform emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling direct communication through HIPAA-compliant messaging and video chat. By improving patient access to timely medical care, CirrusMD aims to transform the traditional healthcare experience, making it more accessible and efficient for patients seeking guidance beyond primary care.
Realvolve
Seed Round in 2019
Realvolve, LLC is a company that specializes in developing a customer relationship management (CRM) solution tailored for the real estate industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Realvolve offers a Software-as-a-Service platform designed to help real estate agents streamline and automate their workflows. The platform stands out with its modern user interface, allowing easy access through any web browser, and providing actionable insights that enable agents to effectively manage their contacts, listings, escrows, tasks, files, and documents. By combining and interpreting information from various sources, Realvolve focuses on enhancing relationships within the real estate sector, ultimately fostering connections that lead to referrals and repeat business. As of February 2020, Realvolve operates as a subsidiary of FirePoint Solutions, LLC.
OrderStorm
Series A in 2019
OrderStorm is a technology company that provides a unified commerce platform designed to help retailers and their suppliers address the competitive challenges posed by large e-commerce players like Amazon. The platform offers a suite of business-critical modules, including order management, service center operations, rental management, delivery management, customer self-service, workforce management, inventory control, store-to-store transfers, point-of-sale systems, custom product configurators, shopping carts, and CRM. OrderStorm's strategy involves tailoring solutions for specific niches within the highly fragmented retail industry, rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution. The company initially targeted independent hardware stores in the US, achieving significant growth and becoming the fastest-growing software in ACE Hardware's history. OrderStorm's platform aims to replace manual processes and paper-based systems, leading to immediate improvements in customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and profitability for retailers.
Nymbl Science
Seed Round in 2019
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
EnVision
Pre Seed Round in 2019
EnVision is bringing the success tool of visualization to the world through an easy to use mobile app. Visualization is a success practice widely used by business leaders, athletes, entrepreneurs, celebrities and speakers to increase their performance, achieve their goals and make the internal changes necessary to create the levels of success they aspire to. It helps all of us create a vision for the life we truly want for ourselves and our loved ones. We can then use specific visualizations to empower us to make that vision a reality. What we’ve done here at EnVision is taken out the complexity of how to use visualization to create real change in your life, maximized its effectiveness and simplified it for you through a mobile app. Instead of hiring an expensive performance coach or trying to create your own practice from complicated and abstract books, all you need to do is find the EnVision content you want and press play. We have a unique combination of science-backed techniques that go far beyond simple visualization. Our content is able to be tailored to the individual and address specific problems and purposes. We offer over 150 10-15 minute audio guided visualization sessions. The EnVision app is a free app and we offer free introductory content for everyone to learn the basics. If a user wants to continue their journey after the initial series, then they can subscribe to a paid premium subscription. After proving out our core product of visualization over the last two years, EnVision is now evolving into being a Success Coach In Your Pocket. We are building an AI content recommendation tool as well as a chatbot user interface to help people identify what they want, as well as what they need in order to achieve their goals. We will be layering on goal tracking features on top of this to give people a complete tool to help them achieve holistic success in their life.
OnlySky
Seed Round in 2019
OnlySky is a cloud-based software platform that offers a customizable, white-label solution for ski areas, allowing guests to create their ideal skiing experience directly on the resort's website. The platform integrates various functionalities, enabling ski area staff to manage inventory, eCommerce, point of sale systems, ski school operations, and events from a single interface. By eliminating upfront fees and ensuring user-friendliness, OnlySky has become a preferred choice for independent ski areas across North America and snow schools globally. The technology enhances guest engagement, facilitating processes such as equipment rental and instructor booking through users' smartphones, ultimately improving the overall guest experience at ski resorts.
Healionics
Venture Round in 2019
Healionics Corporation is a clinical-stage company based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in the development and manufacture of synthetic biomaterials and implantable medical devices. Founded in 2007, Healionics focuses on addressing critical healthcare challenges, particularly for kidney failure patients requiring dialysis. The company's flagship product, STARgraft, is a synthetic vascular graft designed to provide long-term, reliable blood flow access without the need for frequent interventions, thereby improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Additionally, Healionics is developing STARport HD, an implantable device that facilitates needle-free bloodstream access for dialysis, and employs a unique biomaterial technology that enhances the performance of various medical implants by preventing infection and fibrous encapsulation. The company has a robust patent portfolio and established production capabilities, positioning it to enter human clinical studies and market launch in the near future.
PharmaJet
Series G in 2019
PharmaJet, Inc. is a company that develops and markets innovative needle-free devices for vaccine delivery. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, PharmaJet's technology utilizes a narrow stream of fluid to deliver injections without the use of needles, thereby addressing issues such as needle-stick injuries, needle reuse, cross-contamination, and sharps waste disposal. The company offers its products under the Stratis and Tropis brands, which are designed to provide accurate and comfortable injections for various target tissues. By eliminating the risks associated with traditional needle-syringe delivery systems, PharmaJet aims to enhance safety and efficiency in immunization practices.
Ascent360
Series A in 2018
AscentCRM is a computer software company based in Golden, Colorado, founded in 2013. The company specializes in providing a cloud-based marketing platform designed to enhance revenue growth and customer engagement through data-driven strategies. Its platform facilitates omnichannel marketing by analyzing customer data to understand purchasing behaviors and preferences. AscentCRM enables marketers to create customized campaigns and build targeted audience segments while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations. By integrating customer data from various systems, the company empowers businesses to transform insights into actionable marketing initiatives.
Spout is a biotech company created to provide consumers and utilities actionable data about one of the worlds most vital natural resources, water. Spout will empower water utilities to better provide the public with pure, safe and potable water. The key to better water lies in the understanding of what's coming out of each and every tap. Spout empowers utilities to make improvements to infrastructure, neighborhood by neighborhood by providing a cost effective, simple, hassle-free way to collect and harness the crucial information streaming from taps by collecting it, analyzing it and reporting back right from the source, in an instant.
Vartega
Convertible Note in 2018
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
OverWatchID
Seed Round in 2018
OverWatchID specializes in cybersecurity solutions for privileged access management across cloud-first initiatives. Their Privilege Anywhere™ platform secures users' credentials and identities from threats like phishing or malware attacks, protecting both cloud applications and on-premise infrastructure. The solution offers a consistent one-click user experience regardless of access method, provisions targets at a rate of 141 per minute, and synchronizes with auto-scaling activities and new cloud applications. OverWatchID implements rapidly, enhances IT security, and reduces costs, enabling information security teams to work more efficiently while providing robust protection against insider threats and external attacks.
OnlySky
Seed Round in 2018
OnlySky is a cloud-based software platform that offers a customizable, white-label solution for ski areas, allowing guests to create their ideal skiing experience directly on the resort's website. The platform integrates various functionalities, enabling ski area staff to manage inventory, eCommerce, point of sale systems, ski school operations, and events from a single interface. By eliminating upfront fees and ensuring user-friendliness, OnlySky has become a preferred choice for independent ski areas across North America and snow schools globally. The technology enhances guest engagement, facilitating processes such as equipment rental and instructor booking through users' smartphones, ultimately improving the overall guest experience at ski resorts.
Recoup Fitness is a Denver-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in innovative muscle recovery products aimed at both professional athletes and general consumers. The company seeks to bridge the gap between high-end professional training tools and accessible at-home recovery solutions. Recoup Fitness focuses on developing products that combine icing and rolling massage techniques, creating compact devices that can be easily held in one hand. These products are designed to provide effective relief for sore muscles and injuries while ensuring affordability and accessibility for a wider audience. By prioritizing innovation, Recoup Fitness aims to become a leading name in muscle recovery and injury treatment and prevention.
Alpin, Inc. is a company based in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in developing a cloud identity management platform designed to monitor and manage the software as a service (SaaS) ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and previously known as Logrr, Inc., Alpin provides users with a comprehensive dashboard that enables the discovery and management of cloud software subscriptions. The platform helps organizations reduce subscription costs by up to 30% and streamlines workflows related to cost management, renewals, and compliance. Alpin offers tools for monitoring user activity, identifying underutilized subscriptions, and enhancing security by alerting IT and information security teams to potential risks. The company's solutions empower users to make informed decisions, optimize SaaS usage, and maintain a secure cloud application landscape.
The Food Corridor
Seed Round in 2017
The Food Corridor, LLC is a company that operates an innovative online marketplace designed to connect food businesses with essential commercial food assets. Founded in 2015 and based in Fort Collins, Colorado, it offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates the discovery, booking, and payment for various resources, including commercial kitchens, equipment, commissaries, processors, co-packers, and food storage spaces. By streamlining scheduling, billing, and management processes for shared-use kitchens, The Food Corridor enables food businesses to automate and secure critical functions related to kitchen operations, thereby enhancing efficiency and accessibility in the food industry.
GeoVisual Analytics
Seed Round in 2017
GeoVisual Analytics creates AI algorithms to assist farmers in reducing production uncertainties. The company's algorithm uses big data analytics and cloud-based computing to conduct routine field monitoring with airplanes, drones, and mobile phones, allowing farmers to improve forecasting, improve and predict crop health, and increase profit through farm automation. In order to maximize profits and reduce the amount of crop left unharvested because it is either too large or too small to meet customer specifications, GeoVisual assists growers in determining the best harvest dates.
Sonotize
Angel Round in 2017
Sonotize is an internet company that operates a music rewards platform aimed at enhancing the live music experience. The company's primary business involves rewarding live music fans with points and gifts for attending concerts. Sonotize's mobile application utilizes a gamified loyalty model to engage fans, while also providing benefits for advertisers, artists, promoters, and venues by boosting revenue through increased fan engagement. Additionally, Sonotize sells concert tickets and offers a platform that enhances the streaming experience for fans, artists, and advertisers.
ClinOne
Seed Round in 2017
ClinOne, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile software applications designed for clinical trial management. Founded in 2013 and based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, ClinOne's platform enhances the interaction and engagement between researchers and patients by transitioning clinical trial processes to a mobile environment. The application offers a comprehensive suite of tools that centralizes research data, streamlines site workflow, and facilitates communication among investigators and research staff across large institutions. ClinOne's solutions aim to improve clinical trial enrollment, retention, site compliance, and overall patient experience. The company's client roster includes notable organizations in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors, such as Array Biopharma, Genentech, Actelion, Takeda, and Boston Scientific.
Vartega
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
PharmaJet
Series F in 2017
PharmaJet, Inc. is a company that develops and markets innovative needle-free devices for vaccine delivery. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Golden, Colorado, PharmaJet's technology utilizes a narrow stream of fluid to deliver injections without the use of needles, thereby addressing issues such as needle-stick injuries, needle reuse, cross-contamination, and sharps waste disposal. The company offers its products under the Stratis and Tropis brands, which are designed to provide accurate and comfortable injections for various target tissues. By eliminating the risks associated with traditional needle-syringe delivery systems, PharmaJet aims to enhance safety and efficiency in immunization practices.
Silvernest
Seed Round in 2017
Silvernest LLC is an online home-sharing platform that connects homeowners, particularly boomers and empty nesters, with potential roommates. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a range of services that facilitate the house-sharing process. Its proprietary matching tool allows homeowners to receive alerts about pre-qualified renters who meet their criteria, enabling a more efficient selection process. Homeowners have the ability to choose which potential housemates to contact, all while maintaining privacy through the secure platform. In addition to roommate matching, Silvernest provides resources such as home listings, lease creation and execution, rent collection, and tips for selecting suitable housemates, helping customers generate additional income and foster new social connections.
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform designed to facilitate seamless interaction between patients and doctors in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely send messages and images, schedule video consultations, and access health information, all while providing 24/7 access to local physicians. The platform emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling direct communication through HIPAA-compliant messaging and video chat. By improving patient access to timely medical care, CirrusMD aims to transform the traditional healthcare experience, making it more accessible and efficient for patients seeking guidance beyond primary care.
OnlySky
Seed Round in 2017
OnlySky is a cloud-based software platform that offers a customizable, white-label solution for ski areas, allowing guests to create their ideal skiing experience directly on the resort's website. The platform integrates various functionalities, enabling ski area staff to manage inventory, eCommerce, point of sale systems, ski school operations, and events from a single interface. By eliminating upfront fees and ensuring user-friendliness, OnlySky has become a preferred choice for independent ski areas across North America and snow schools globally. The technology enhances guest engagement, facilitating processes such as equipment rental and instructor booking through users' smartphones, ultimately improving the overall guest experience at ski resorts.
OrderStorm
Seed Round in 2017
OrderStorm is a technology company that provides a unified commerce platform designed to help retailers and their suppliers address the competitive challenges posed by large e-commerce players like Amazon. The platform offers a suite of business-critical modules, including order management, service center operations, rental management, delivery management, customer self-service, workforce management, inventory control, store-to-store transfers, point-of-sale systems, custom product configurators, shopping carts, and CRM. OrderStorm's strategy involves tailoring solutions for specific niches within the highly fragmented retail industry, rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution. The company initially targeted independent hardware stores in the US, achieving significant growth and becoming the fastest-growing software in ACE Hardware's history. OrderStorm's platform aims to replace manual processes and paper-based systems, leading to immediate improvements in customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and profitability for retailers.
MC Squares
Seed Round in 2017
M.C. Squares locally manufactures home and office products in innovative ways using advanced materials. We launch by selling direct to consumers using authentic influencers and mountains of content while eyeing eventual retail placement.
Swimlane
Seed Round in 2017
Swimlane, Inc. specializes in developing cyber security automation solutions for enterprise teams. Established in 2014 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company offers a security operations management platform that centralizes security alerts, automates their resolution, and provides metrics-based dashboards and reports. Swimlane's platform is designed to alleviate common challenges faced by security teams, such as alert fatigue and staffing shortages, by providing a low-code environment that serves as a comprehensive system of record for the entire security organization. This allows various stakeholders within the organization to contribute their expertise to enhance overall security efforts, streamlining processes and improving operational efficiency across security operations.
Sitter, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile application designed to assist parents in finding, booking, and paying babysitters. Formerly known as SitterSquared LLC, the company rebranded in December 2014 and is based in Boulder, Colorado. Sitter's platform, including its business management tool Sitter Pro, aims to simplify operations for local nanny agencies and caregivers, streamlining the process of temporary care. By providing a user-friendly interface and robust backend capabilities, Sitter allows parents to quickly connect with trusted caregivers, thereby enhancing the efficiency of the booking process and allowing care providers to focus on delivering quality service. As of May 2019, Sitter operates as a subsidiary of UrbanSitter, Inc.
Ascent360
Seed Round in 2017
AscentCRM is a computer software company based in Golden, Colorado, founded in 2013. The company specializes in providing a cloud-based marketing platform designed to enhance revenue growth and customer engagement through data-driven strategies. Its platform facilitates omnichannel marketing by analyzing customer data to understand purchasing behaviors and preferences. AscentCRM enables marketers to create customized campaigns and build targeted audience segments while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations. By integrating customer data from various systems, the company empowers businesses to transform insights into actionable marketing initiatives.
Alpin, Inc. is a company based in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in developing a cloud identity management platform designed to monitor and manage the software as a service (SaaS) ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and previously known as Logrr, Inc., Alpin provides users with a comprehensive dashboard that enables the discovery and management of cloud software subscriptions. The platform helps organizations reduce subscription costs by up to 30% and streamlines workflows related to cost management, renewals, and compliance. Alpin offers tools for monitoring user activity, identifying underutilized subscriptions, and enhancing security by alerting IT and information security teams to potential risks. The company's solutions empower users to make informed decisions, optimize SaaS usage, and maintain a secure cloud application landscape.
CereScan
Venture Round in 2016
CereScan, Inc. is a specialized brain diagnosis center that provides advanced brain imaging services to identify and differentiate brain-based disorders. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Littleton, Colorado, with additional locations in Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, and Texas, the company employs cutting-edge neuroimaging technologies, such as positron emission tomography and single photon emission computed tomography. These technologies allow for precise diagnoses of conditions including traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimer’s disease, various forms of dementia, depression, and attention deficit disorders. CereScan utilizes a proprietary imaging process, high-resolution gamma cameras, and advanced image reconstruction software, all overseen by specially trained, board-certified physicians. The detailed information obtained from brain scans aids healthcare professionals in uncovering the underlying causes of neurological disorders, ensuring a commitment to accuracy and patient care.
P2Binvestor
Series A in 2016
P2Binvestor Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in providing working capital to small and midsized businesses in the United States. Established in 2012, it operates a marketplace lending platform that allows businesses to secure funding by leveraging their receivables. The company utilizes a crowd-sourced funding model, enabling accredited investors to purchase these receivables, effectively functioning as a revolving line of credit. This innovative approach combines elements of asset-backed lending and factoring, offering competitive rates to businesses while providing investors with opportunities to support economic growth and job creation. P2Binvestor also integrates seamlessly with clients' accounting systems, facilitating efficient management of receivables portfolios.
Bitsbox
Seed Round in 2016
Bitsbox is an educational company based in Boulder, Colorado, that focuses on teaching children aged 6 to 12 how to code by providing a subscription box service. Established in 2014, the company offers monthly projects that engage kids in programming real applications for mobile devices, such as phones and tablets. Each subscription box contains coding activities that grow in complexity, allowing grade-schoolers to develop their computational skills in a fun and accessible manner. Bitsbox aims to make learning coding enjoyable and practical, empowering children to create their own apps through hands-on experience.
Silvernest
Seed Round in 2016
Silvernest LLC is an online home-sharing platform that connects homeowners, particularly boomers and empty nesters, with potential roommates. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a range of services that facilitate the house-sharing process. Its proprietary matching tool allows homeowners to receive alerts about pre-qualified renters who meet their criteria, enabling a more efficient selection process. Homeowners have the ability to choose which potential housemates to contact, all while maintaining privacy through the secure platform. In addition to roommate matching, Silvernest provides resources such as home listings, lease creation and execution, rent collection, and tips for selecting suitable housemates, helping customers generate additional income and foster new social connections.
Unboundly
Seed Round in 2016
Unboundly is an online travel platform focused on enhancing international travel by leveraging big data analysis and proprietary algorithms. The company's technology is designed to simplify the search for flights, particularly with low-cost carriers in emerging destinations. By optimizing travel experiences for consumers, Unboundly aims to make international travel more accessible and affordable, ultimately improving the overall journey for travelers.
30dB is a sentiment assessment platform that specializes in analyzing public opinions through social media and news sources. Users can input any topic into the platform to receive an aggregated analysis of positive and negative sentiments associated with that topic. The results are presented in an interactive infographic format, which is easily embeddable and allows users to explore the data further, compare opinions on different topics, and initiate new searches without navigating away from the embedded page. By leveraging social media data, 30dB provides valuable insights into current public sentiment and the factors influencing various opinions, making it a useful tool for understanding public discourse.
mTusker
Seed Round in 2016
mTusker is an online business software solution designed for companies seeking an efficient way to manage sales, data, and production. The platform offers a unique blend of a Do It Yourself approach alongside professional customization and code development, making it accessible for businesses of various sizes. By leveraging the capabilities typically available to larger enterprises, mTusker aims to enhance productivity and support growth for its users.
AQ BioMed
Seed Round in 2016
AQ BioMed, Inc. is a biomedical device company based in Boulder, Colorado, focused on the development of innovative biocompatible materials and geometric designs that interact favorably with the body. Incorporated in 2015, the company specializes in creating advanced medical devices, including its AQ shunt, which is designed to be implanted in the outer layer of the eye to alleviate over-pressurization associated with glaucoma, thereby preventing blindness. AQ BioMed's technology extends to various applications, such as stents, shunts, artificial organs, and drug delivery systems. Additionally, the company offers bio-friendly coating materials for cardiovascular stents that help prevent restenosis, along with modifications for implanted drug delivery devices aimed at reducing scarring and clogging. Through its groundbreaking research on cellular responses to chemical and physical interactions, AQ BioMed is committed to enhancing the effectiveness and longevity of medical implants.
Sulas Industries
Seed Round in 2016
Sulas Industries is a manufacturer based in Silverthorne, Colorado, specializing in solar tracking systems that enhance the efficiency of solar panels. Founded in 2011, the company produces systems that automatically adjust the orientation of solar and photovoltaic panels to follow the sun's path from east to west throughout the day. This innovative technology optimizes energy usage and increases energy yield for users, making solar energy more efficient and accessible. By providing solutions that track energy consumption and improve overall performance, Sulas Industries plays a significant role in advancing solar energy utilization.
CirrusMD
Seed Round in 2016
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform designed to facilitate seamless interaction between patients and doctors in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely send messages and images, schedule video consultations, and access health information, all while providing 24/7 access to local physicians. The platform emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling direct communication through HIPAA-compliant messaging and video chat. By improving patient access to timely medical care, CirrusMD aims to transform the traditional healthcare experience, making it more accessible and efficient for patients seeking guidance beyond primary care.
Yonomi
Angel Round in 2016
Yonomi is a technology company based in Boulder, Colorado, and Austin, Texas, developing a mobile application and cloud service designed to automate user interactions with connected devices. The platform allows users to discover, connect, and automate smart home devices such as thermostats, activity monitors, and music systems, creating personalized routines and automated settings. Yonomi's app supports various brands, including Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Nest, and Philips Hue, and provides an API for developers to build applications and services for the smart home ecosystem. The company was founded in 2013 and operates as a subsidiary of Allegion plc.
Silvernest
Seed Round in 2016
Silvernest LLC is an online home-sharing platform that connects homeowners, particularly boomers and empty nesters, with potential roommates. Founded in 2015 and based in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a range of services that facilitate the house-sharing process. Its proprietary matching tool allows homeowners to receive alerts about pre-qualified renters who meet their criteria, enabling a more efficient selection process. Homeowners have the ability to choose which potential housemates to contact, all while maintaining privacy through the secure platform. In addition to roommate matching, Silvernest provides resources such as home listings, lease creation and execution, rent collection, and tips for selecting suitable housemates, helping customers generate additional income and foster new social connections.