TechNexus Venture Collaborative

Lightship is an all-electric RV manufacturer, designer, and producer of an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup launched in 2020 by Tesla alumni that is bringing the $26B RV industry into the electric age. Based in San Francisco and Broomfield, Colorado, Lightship is designing and producing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer that liberates travelers from the noise, emissions, and range anxiety of gas RVing.

Bluedot is a marketplace where electric vehicles reach charging units and charger owners can share their spots with others. It is a software and hardware integrated system with a mobile application where charger owners can easily schedule and share charger and make money, while electric car owners reach all the chargers which are publicly and privately-owned.

Bluedot is a marketplace where electric vehicles reach charging units and charger owners can share their spots with others. It is a software and hardware integrated system with a mobile application where charger owners can easily schedule and share charger and make money, while electric car owners reach all the chargers which are publicly and privately-owned.

Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

Bluedot is a marketplace where electric vehicles reach charging units and charger owners can share their spots with others. It is a software and hardware integrated system with a mobile application where charger owners can easily schedule and share charger and make money, while electric car owners reach all the chargers which are publicly and privately-owned.

Tectonic Audio Labs Inc. designs and manufactures innovative loudspeakers tailored for various applications, including audiovisual rentals, touring, and religious settings. The company specializes in flat-panel loudspeakers, offering models such as the PL-11 for small to medium venues and the PL-12 for larger spaces. In addition to loudspeakers, Tectonic provides rigging systems, mounting solutions, and speaker cases, catering to markets like clubs, theaters, churches, auditoriums, corporate events, sports venues, and festivals. Utilizing patented technologies, such as distributed mode loudspeakers and balanced mode radiators, Tectonic's products deliver high-quality audio experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, the company sells its products primarily through dealers in the United States.

Soundskrit is fundamentally changing the way sound is measured to bring the next generation of audio applications. The many emerging voice applications and interfaces have driven a need to capture sound from farther distances while remaining robust to noise. Because traditional pressure based microphones pick up sound coming from every direction, arrays of multiple microphones are needed to listen to a specific direction and ignore surrounding noise. This comes at a cost of increased size and decreased audio quality. Our bio-inspired, directional microphone directly measures the velocity of incoming sound rather than pressure. With a single microphone, we can separate sounds coming from multiple directions without compromising on size or quality. Soundskrit will greatly improve speech recognition and sound localization, enabling a new suite of features to consumer electronics.

Pi Variables, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tustin, California, specializes in developing, manufacturing, and supporting intelligent devices for the transportation sector. The company focuses on enhancing safety for various personnel working on roadways, including those in work zones, law enforcement, fire services, utility maintenance, and maritime navigation. Its advanced technology aims to protect individuals and ensure safer operational environments. The company has a strong commitment to customer service, influenced by its leadership's background in the medical field. Pi Variables distributes its products across the United States and internationally in regions such as Europe, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, and the Middle East.

Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

Tectonic Audio Labs Inc. designs and manufactures innovative loudspeakers tailored for various applications, including audiovisual rentals, touring, and religious settings. The company specializes in flat-panel loudspeakers, offering models such as the PL-11 for small to medium venues and the PL-12 for larger spaces. In addition to loudspeakers, Tectonic provides rigging systems, mounting solutions, and speaker cases, catering to markets like clubs, theaters, churches, auditoriums, corporate events, sports venues, and festivals. Utilizing patented technologies, such as distributed mode loudspeakers and balanced mode radiators, Tectonic's products deliver high-quality audio experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, the company sells its products primarily through dealers in the United States.

At Artiphon we’re designing new products to empower the next billion musicians. Our goal is to enable a world where everyone can be musical, where music is a universal element of our collective creative vocabulary. INSTRUMENT 1 and Orba, our first two smart instruments, launched with record-setting success on Kickstarter thanks to thousands of people in over 70 countries. Both raised $1M+ in pre-orders, and the INSTRUMENT 1 was named a TIME Best Invention of the Year and a NAMM Best in Show. We are inspired by our incredible community of creators, relying on their insights and feedback as we evolve our products and create new ones. Dr. Mike Butera founded Artiphon in Nashville, Tennessee in 2011. He holds a Ph.D. in Sound Studies from Virginia Tech, has toured the country as a multi-instrumentalist, taught as a professor of sociology, and consulted globally on consumer electronics. Mike’s doctoral research in the phenomenology of listening laid the groundwork for Artiphon’s design philosophy and patents, and he frequently speaks on topics of music technology and augmented creativity. The Artiphon team is composed of designers, musicians, and engineers from groundbreaking companies including Space X, Blue Origin, Line 6, and Yamaha. Investors include Warner Music Group, Steve Case, TechNexus in partnership with Shure, and other industry leaders.

Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Audeze is a high-end audio manufacturer specializing in delivering accurate sound reproduction through advanced engineering and precision craftsmanship. The company offers a range of audio products, including headphones, speakers, and home audio systems, designed to provide an immersive listening experience. Their products feature innovative materials and technology, such as advanced emulation and support for surround sound modes, which cater to various audio needs. Additionally, Audeze incorporates integrated head-tracking systems that enhance the audio experience, particularly for users engaged in popular video games, allowing for complete immersion in the audio field.

The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.

Soundskrit is fundamentally changing the way sound is measured to bring the next generation of audio applications. The many emerging voice applications and interfaces have driven a need to capture sound from farther distances while remaining robust to noise. Because traditional pressure based microphones pick up sound coming from every direction, arrays of multiple microphones are needed to listen to a specific direction and ignore surrounding noise. This comes at a cost of increased size and decreased audio quality. Our bio-inspired, directional microphone directly measures the velocity of incoming sound rather than pressure. With a single microphone, we can separate sounds coming from multiple directions without compromising on size or quality. Soundskrit will greatly improve speech recognition and sound localization, enabling a new suite of features to consumer electronics.

At Artiphon we’re designing new products to empower the next billion musicians. Our goal is to enable a world where everyone can be musical, where music is a universal element of our collective creative vocabulary. INSTRUMENT 1 and Orba, our first two smart instruments, launched with record-setting success on Kickstarter thanks to thousands of people in over 70 countries. Both raised $1M+ in pre-orders, and the INSTRUMENT 1 was named a TIME Best Invention of the Year and a NAMM Best in Show. We are inspired by our incredible community of creators, relying on their insights and feedback as we evolve our products and create new ones. Dr. Mike Butera founded Artiphon in Nashville, Tennessee in 2011. He holds a Ph.D. in Sound Studies from Virginia Tech, has toured the country as a multi-instrumentalist, taught as a professor of sociology, and consulted globally on consumer electronics. Mike’s doctoral research in the phenomenology of listening laid the groundwork for Artiphon’s design philosophy and patents, and he frequently speaks on topics of music technology and augmented creativity. The Artiphon team is composed of designers, musicians, and engineers from groundbreaking companies including Space X, Blue Origin, Line 6, and Yamaha. Investors include Warner Music Group, Steve Case, TechNexus in partnership with Shure, and other industry leaders.

Tectonic Audio Labs Inc. designs and manufactures innovative loudspeakers tailored for various applications, including audiovisual rentals, touring, and religious settings. The company specializes in flat-panel loudspeakers, offering models such as the PL-11 for small to medium venues and the PL-12 for larger spaces. In addition to loudspeakers, Tectonic provides rigging systems, mounting solutions, and speaker cases, catering to markets like clubs, theaters, churches, auditoriums, corporate events, sports venues, and festivals. Utilizing patented technologies, such as distributed mode loudspeakers and balanced mode radiators, Tectonic's products deliver high-quality audio experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, the company sells its products primarily through dealers in the United States.

The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.

Soundskrit is fundamentally changing the way sound is measured to bring the next generation of audio applications. The many emerging voice applications and interfaces have driven a need to capture sound from farther distances while remaining robust to noise. Because traditional pressure based microphones pick up sound coming from every direction, arrays of multiple microphones are needed to listen to a specific direction and ignore surrounding noise. This comes at a cost of increased size and decreased audio quality. Our bio-inspired, directional microphone directly measures the velocity of incoming sound rather than pressure. With a single microphone, we can separate sounds coming from multiple directions without compromising on size or quality. Soundskrit will greatly improve speech recognition and sound localization, enabling a new suite of features to consumer electronics.

Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

At Artiphon we’re designing new products to empower the next billion musicians. Our goal is to enable a world where everyone can be musical, where music is a universal element of our collective creative vocabulary. INSTRUMENT 1 and Orba, our first two smart instruments, launched with record-setting success on Kickstarter thanks to thousands of people in over 70 countries. Both raised $1M+ in pre-orders, and the INSTRUMENT 1 was named a TIME Best Invention of the Year and a NAMM Best in Show. We are inspired by our incredible community of creators, relying on their insights and feedback as we evolve our products and create new ones. Dr. Mike Butera founded Artiphon in Nashville, Tennessee in 2011. He holds a Ph.D. in Sound Studies from Virginia Tech, has toured the country as a multi-instrumentalist, taught as a professor of sociology, and consulted globally on consumer electronics. Mike’s doctoral research in the phenomenology of listening laid the groundwork for Artiphon’s design philosophy and patents, and he frequently speaks on topics of music technology and augmented creativity. The Artiphon team is composed of designers, musicians, and engineers from groundbreaking companies including Space X, Blue Origin, Line 6, and Yamaha. Investors include Warner Music Group, Steve Case, TechNexus in partnership with Shure, and other industry leaders.

Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.

The Dysonics team have been leaders in human audio perception and spatial sound capture and reproduction research for over 15 years. The core Dysonics technology was developed in the Center for Image Processing and Integrated Computing (CIPIC) lab at the University of California, Davis. In 2012 Dysonics emerged from the newly created UC Davis technology incubator (ETTC) to commercialize our revolutionary headphone-based audio technologies. Dysonics mission is to provide the most immersive audio experience using patented DSP algorithms, microphone and speaker arrays, head tracking sensors, and ML/AI technology for personalized applications.