Techstart Ventures

Staffly Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, operates as a staffing company specializing in connecting retailers with temporary and direct-hire employees via its online platform. The company handles end-to-end recruitment processes, including interviewing, background checks, training, payroll management, insurance, workers' compensation, tax withholding, and compliance aspects at local, state, and federal levels. Staffly's application enables retailers to recruit on-demand through mobile devices, mitigating concerns about unexpected absenteeism or turnover.

Rubik is a digital technology partner serving small and medium-sized businesses in the UK and Ireland. The company provides actionable business intelligence services and a range of cloud-based technology solutions designed for mid-sized and enterprise manufacturing firms. Its offerings are described as cost-effective, quick to implement, easy to use, and practical to maintain, helping clients deploy market-leading software to advance their operations.

GoPlugable is a pioneering startup that connects electric vehicle (EV) drivers with private, slow-charging points in homes and businesses via a user-friendly mobile app. The company's peer-to-peer platform enables EV drivers without access to home charging to book and pay for charging sessions, while hosts can monetize their idle chargers and businesses can enhance customer experience and sustainability efforts. With a focus on slow charging, GoPlugable differentiates itself from major providers and has secured strategic partnerships with brands like Ohme and SSE Airtricity. As of 2024, the platform has over 1,200 downloads and has achieved notable growth with 120 host users and 450 chargee users, demonstrating its potential in the expanding EV charging market.

MDDSystems provides high-quality consultancy and design services in Sensor measurement, Data monitoring, and recording, Wireless data transmission, Data analysis, Project Management. ,

Pocket Angler is a fishery management system for owners and real time travel partner for anglers.

Machine Eye Technology is an award winning company specialising in AI powered Computer Vision platforms for controlling risk and compliance in Industrial Settings – proactively monitoring behaviour and compliance across worksites. We provide a means for businesses to digitise the monitoring and tracking of statutory compliance; while protecting against the ramifications stemming from non-compliance and incidents. Our technology uses the latest deep learning AI techniques to continually monitor behaviours, compliance and incidents involving workers to assist, inform and support decision making. Additionally we provide managers with cloud based data for quick and simple analysis and actions.

Machine Eye is a technology company specializing in occupational safety for primary industries like agriculture. Founded by Brendan Digney, the company develops an artificial intelligence-driven risk management platform designed to prevent accidents involving humans and machinery. The system analyzes human behavior and machine movements, taking proactive measures such as isolating or halting equipment to avert potential collisions with workers or bystanders. This innovative solution aims to enhance safety and protect individuals in high-risk environments.

TapSOS is an app for a non-verbal method of contacting the emergency services. It will promote inclusivity and help transform the delivery of emergency services.