Triangle Tweener Fund

Triangle Tweener Fund, established in 2021 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage, high-technology startups within the Triangle area, which includes Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding regions. The firm aims to build a comprehensive index of private company investments that meet its specific 'Tweener List' criteria, targeting promising ventures at a critical stage of their development. By concentrating on seed and early-stage investments, Triangle Tweener Fund seeks to support the growth of innovative companies that have the potential to contribute significantly to the local economy and the tech landscape.

Robbie Allen

General Partner

Mark Easley

Investor and LP

Past deals in North Carolina

eBoxchain

Seed Round in 2024
eBoxchain is a flexible and cost-efficient delivery network focused on providing last-mile delivery services to small businesses in Jackson, Miss, and Raleigh, N.C. eBoxchain enables small businesses to be competitive by retaining and expanding their customer base. We offer unique fixed price delivery options that won't hurt the bottom line.

Medicom Technologies

Venture Round in 2024
Medicom Technologies, Inc. is a North Carolina-based company that provides innovative technology solutions aimed at enhancing patient care. The company addresses interoperability challenges in healthcare by offering a health information network that consolidates clinical data from various sources, improving access to a patient's complete medical history. Its key products include Imagex, a diagnostic image transfer solution; Endpoint, an image archiving system; and Hex, a patient record exchange network. Over 2,000 healthcare organizations utilize Medicom's Network, which replaces traditional methods of information sharing, such as faxes and mailed paperwork, with a more efficient, search-oriented interface. Additionally, Medicom operates the deepMed Marketplace, which supports healthcare data consumers in sectors like life sciences and pharmaceuticals by facilitating the curation of extensive longitudinal data sets for diverse applications, including research and AI development. Founded by Michael Rosenberg, Malcolm Benitz, and Chase Ballard, Medicom continues to advance the integration and usability of health information.

Reveal Mobile

Series A in 2024
Reveal Mobile, Inc. operates a comprehensive platform focused on location-based advertising and analytics. The company offers several products, including VISIT Local for foot traffic attribution and audience building, VISIT Match for instant audience scaling, and VISIT Data, a customizable location-data solution. These tools cater to a diverse range of clients, including agencies, media companies, and brands, enabling them to understand the demographics of their audience and enhance advertising strategies through targeted digital outreach. Reveal Mobile emphasizes privacy compliance, maintaining membership in the Network Advertising Initiative and undergoing annual privacy certifications. Founded in 2004 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company was formerly known as StepLeader, Inc., a name it changed in March 2015. Reveal Mobile operates as a subsidiary of CBC New Media Group, LLC.

MuukTest

Venture Round in 2024
MuukTest is a software testing platform based in Raleigh, North Carolina, founded in 2019. The company specializes in codeless test automation, allowing software developers to create, execute, and manage automated tests efficiently. By leveraging artificial intelligence, MuukTest enhances testing productivity, reportedly increasing it by up to 26 times. This innovation enables clients to minimize the time spent on manual testing processes and infrastructure management, allowing them to concentrate on more valuable tasks within their software development lifecycle.

Medicom Technologies

Venture Round in 2024
Medicom Technologies, Inc. is a North Carolina-based company that provides innovative technology solutions aimed at enhancing patient care. The company addresses interoperability challenges in healthcare by offering a health information network that consolidates clinical data from various sources, improving access to a patient's complete medical history. Its key products include Imagex, a diagnostic image transfer solution; Endpoint, an image archiving system; and Hex, a patient record exchange network. Over 2,000 healthcare organizations utilize Medicom's Network, which replaces traditional methods of information sharing, such as faxes and mailed paperwork, with a more efficient, search-oriented interface. Additionally, Medicom operates the deepMed Marketplace, which supports healthcare data consumers in sectors like life sciences and pharmaceuticals by facilitating the curation of extensive longitudinal data sets for diverse applications, including research and AI development. Founded by Michael Rosenberg, Malcolm Benitz, and Chase Ballard, Medicom continues to advance the integration and usability of health information.

Phinite

Seed Round in 2024
Phinite is a company focused on addressing the challenges of manure management in the agricultural sector, particularly for hog farmers in North Carolina. With the increasing difficulty of finding suitable land for sludge application, the company has developed systems to convert animal waste into a renewable, low-carbon fertilizer. This process results in a granular, odorless product that can be easily spread using conventional farming equipment. By transforming manure into a valuable resource, Phinite aims to enhance soil fertility and boost crop yields for farmers, providing a sustainable solution to an ongoing problem in livestock farming.

Adwerx

Venture Round in 2024
Adwerx, Inc. is a digital advertising platform based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in providing localized advertising services for real estate, mortgage, insurance, and wealth management sectors. Founded in 2013, Adwerx offers a fully automated and hyper-targeted marketing solution that caters to businesses of all sizes, from individual agents to large enterprises. The platform helps users identify potential clients based on specific geographic areas and facilitates advertising for new listings while generating interest in older properties. By partnering with thousands of real estate and mortgage firms, Adwerx enables its customers to effectively reach new audiences and maintain existing relationships, positioning them competitively in the market.

Get Spiffy

Series C in 2024
Get Spiffy, Inc. is a mobile service company based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in on-demand car washing, detailing, nano-ceramic coating, and oil change services. Founded in 2014, the company utilizes a smartphone application that facilitates both communication and payment for its services. Get Spiffy emphasizes environmental responsibility, ensuring that all car washes are eco-friendly. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to provide convenient and efficient automotive care to customers in the Triangle area and beyond.

The Looma Project

Series A in 2024
The Looma Project, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing the retail experience through digital storytelling. Established in 2015, Looma manufactures Loop, a network of tablets that display short, human-centric videos designed to connect consumers with the stories behind their products. This platform not only creates brand profiles but also facilitates customer engagement at the point of sale by providing educational and inspirational content. By collaborating with filmmakers and content creators, Looma delivers relevant, point-of-decision videos that enrich the shopping experience and promote deeper connections between consumers and the brands they support.

CureMint

Series B in 2024
CureMint, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based procurement software tailored for the dental industry, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 2017, CureMint offers a comprehensive platform that manages the entire procurement lifecycle, enabling dental organizations to streamline purchasing, vendor management, and invoicing processes. Its software features modules that enhance the ordering experience for office staff while providing managers with tools for improved visibility and control over spending. The platform also facilitates the creation and management of custom formularies, allowing organizations to prioritize essential products and establish automated approval workflows. By addressing the fragmented procurement process, CureMint empowers dental practices to make informed purchasing decisions and optimize operational efficiency.

Alcove

Seed Round in 2024
Alcove, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Durham, North Carolina, operates as a real estate agent specializing in shared living communities. The company offers per-room leases in furnished rental properties, where its technology matches individuals to available bedrooms. Alcove's properties are designed to provide a comfortable living experience, featuring essential amenities such as furnishings, Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. Additionally, the company fosters community engagement by organizing events for residents, enhancing the overall shared housing experience.

Pryon

Series B in 2023
Pryon Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing enterprise knowledge management. Founded in 2017 by Igor Jablokov, Pryon develops an augmented intelligence platform that combines human and machine capabilities to streamline access to information across various channels and sources. The platform employs natural language processing and automated machine learning to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby boosting productivity and decision-making accuracy. By utilizing a no-code approach, Pryon enables organizations to quickly harness the value of their information assets without disrupting existing operations. The company's solutions aim to simplify AI adoption, reduce complexity, and lower costs for businesses seeking to improve their workflows and knowledge utilization.

Reveal Mobile

Series A in 2023
Reveal Mobile, Inc. operates a comprehensive platform focused on location-based advertising and analytics. The company offers several products, including VISIT Local for foot traffic attribution and audience building, VISIT Match for instant audience scaling, and VISIT Data, a customizable location-data solution. These tools cater to a diverse range of clients, including agencies, media companies, and brands, enabling them to understand the demographics of their audience and enhance advertising strategies through targeted digital outreach. Reveal Mobile emphasizes privacy compliance, maintaining membership in the Network Advertising Initiative and undergoing annual privacy certifications. Founded in 2004 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company was formerly known as StepLeader, Inc., a name it changed in March 2015. Reveal Mobile operates as a subsidiary of CBC New Media Group, LLC.

Arpio

Seed Round in 2023
Arpio is a cybersecurity software company based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on safeguarding AWS applications from downtime and outages. Founded in 2018 by Doug Neumann and Shaw Terwilliger, Arpio offers a solution that automates the application recovery process, allowing businesses to recover from disruptions in just a few minutes. The software isolates test environments while managing various components, including network configurations, security settings, IAM identities, autoscaling policies, load balancers, ECS tasks, and lambda functions. By streamlining the protection and restoration of entire AWS environments, Arpio helps clients minimize downtime and mitigate the risks associated with outages and ransomware.

SWIR Vision Systems

Series A in 2023
SWIR Vision Systems Inc. is a manufacturer of short-wave infrared (SWIR) cameras, specializing in high-resolution imaging technology for various applications, including industrial machine vision, security systems, agriculture, and automotive industries. Established in 2018 and located in Durham, North Carolina, the company has developed the Acuros brand of cameras, which utilize quantum-dot semiconductor technology to deliver superior clarity in infrared imaging. This technology is designed to be cost-effective and scalable, allowing for integration in advanced applications such as 3D depth sensing for augmented and virtual reality, as well as autonomous vehicle systems. SWIR Vision Systems aims to provide high-definition infrared imaging solutions that meet the needs of diverse markets.

Galaxy Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2023
Galaxy Diagnostics is an early-stage infectious disease diagnostic company based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2009. The company specializes in the detection of Bartonella, a bacterium responsible for zoonotic infections that can be transmitted from animals, particularly cats, to humans. This includes diseases such as Cat Scratch Disease, which can lead to serious health complications, especially in individuals with compromised immune systems, such as HIV patients. In addition to Bartonella, Galaxy Diagnostics develops diagnostic tests for various vector-borne diseases, including Lyme Disease, and focuses on detecting low-abundance flea and tick-borne infections. By providing advanced diagnostic tests, the company aims to improve disease diagnosis and confirmation for healthcare providers, ultimately enhancing patient care.

VitalFlo

Seed Round in 2023
VitalFlo Inc. is a digital health company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, established in 2017. It specializes in manufacturing handheld spirometers for asthmatic patients, allowing them to monitor their lung health and medication use. In addition to the spirometers, VitalFlo develops software that connects patients with chronic respiratory conditions to their healthcare providers. The company's remote monitoring system tracks lung function and environmental factors that may trigger asthma attacks, providing actionable insights to clinical teams. This innovative approach aims to reduce emergency room visits by offering timely recommendations to patients, thereby redefining asthma management and enhancing overall care.

Windlift

Seed Round in 2023
Windlift, LLC specializes in the development of airborne power generation systems, primarily for the U.S. Department of Defense. Founded in 2006 and based in Morrisville, North Carolina, the company also caters to various sectors, including disaster recovery, telecommunications, agriculture, mining, and research. Windlift's innovative generators are designed to be lightweight, transportable, and rapidly deployable, equipped with advanced technologies such as radar, cameras, and edge computing capabilities. These features enable clients to generate scalable and cost-effective clean energy, positioning Windlift to address challenges in the commercial offshore wind energy market and contribute to sustainable energy solutions globally.

Arpio

Seed Round in 2023
Arpio is a cybersecurity software company based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on safeguarding AWS applications from downtime and outages. Founded in 2018 by Doug Neumann and Shaw Terwilliger, Arpio offers a solution that automates the application recovery process, allowing businesses to recover from disruptions in just a few minutes. The software isolates test environments while managing various components, including network configurations, security settings, IAM identities, autoscaling policies, load balancers, ECS tasks, and lambda functions. By streamlining the protection and restoration of entire AWS environments, Arpio helps clients minimize downtime and mitigate the risks associated with outages and ransomware.

Adwerx

Venture Round in 2023
Adwerx, Inc. is a digital advertising platform based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in providing localized advertising services for real estate, mortgage, insurance, and wealth management sectors. Founded in 2013, Adwerx offers a fully automated and hyper-targeted marketing solution that caters to businesses of all sizes, from individual agents to large enterprises. The platform helps users identify potential clients based on specific geographic areas and facilitates advertising for new listings while generating interest in older properties. By partnering with thousands of real estate and mortgage firms, Adwerx enables its customers to effectively reach new audiences and maintain existing relationships, positioning them competitively in the market.

MuukTest

Seed Round in 2023
MuukTest is a software testing platform based in Raleigh, North Carolina, founded in 2019. The company specializes in codeless test automation, allowing software developers to create, execute, and manage automated tests efficiently. By leveraging artificial intelligence, MuukTest enhances testing productivity, reportedly increasing it by up to 26 times. This innovation enables clients to minimize the time spent on manual testing processes and infrastructure management, allowing them to concentrate on more valuable tasks within their software development lifecycle.

Get Spiffy

Series B in 2023
Get Spiffy, Inc. is a mobile service company based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in on-demand car washing, detailing, nano-ceramic coating, and oil change services. Founded in 2014, the company utilizes a smartphone application that facilitates both communication and payment for its services. Get Spiffy emphasizes environmental responsibility, ensuring that all car washes are eco-friendly. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to provide convenient and efficient automotive care to customers in the Triangle area and beyond.

CureMint

Series A in 2023
CureMint, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based procurement software tailored for the dental industry, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 2017, CureMint offers a comprehensive platform that manages the entire procurement lifecycle, enabling dental organizations to streamline purchasing, vendor management, and invoicing processes. Its software features modules that enhance the ordering experience for office staff while providing managers with tools for improved visibility and control over spending. The platform also facilitates the creation and management of custom formularies, allowing organizations to prioritize essential products and establish automated approval workflows. By addressing the fragmented procurement process, CureMint empowers dental practices to make informed purchasing decisions and optimize operational efficiency.

Validic

Series B in 2023
Validic, Inc. is a technology company that provides a cloud-based platform for collecting and managing mobile health data from various Internet-enabled health applications and devices. Founded in 2010 and based in Durham, North Carolina, Validic connects healthcare providers with patient-recorded data through its solutions, including Validic Solution, Validic Connect, and Validic Mobile. The platform integrates data from over 400 clinical and consumer devices, enabling wellness companies, healthcare providers, pharmaceuticals, and health plans to access and utilize actionable health information. By streamlining the collection and visualization of personal health data, Validic aims to enhance the quality of care and improve health outcomes for individuals.

Alcove

Seed Round in 2023
Alcove, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Durham, North Carolina, operates as a real estate agent specializing in shared living communities. The company offers per-room leases in furnished rental properties, where its technology matches individuals to available bedrooms. Alcove's properties are designed to provide a comfortable living experience, featuring essential amenities such as furnishings, Wi-Fi, utilities, and housekeeping services. Additionally, the company fosters community engagement by organizing events for residents, enhancing the overall shared housing experience.

ArenaCX

Seed Round in 2022
ArenaCX, Inc. is a Raleigh, North Carolina-based company that specializes in providing a SaaS platform designed for on-demand customer service. Founded in 2020, ArenaCX offers a marketplace that connects businesses with outsourced labor providers, facilitating the acquisition and management of call centers. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing customer service software, utilizing machine learning to efficiently categorize and prioritize customer support tickets. By offering access to a network of integrated contact centers, ArenaCX enables businesses to manage customer interactions in near real-time, improving service outcomes while reducing costs. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including early-stage companies, enterprises, and contact centers, enhancing their customer support capabilities.

Pryon

Venture Round in 2022
Pryon Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing enterprise knowledge management. Founded in 2017 by Igor Jablokov, Pryon develops an augmented intelligence platform that combines human and machine capabilities to streamline access to information across various channels and sources. The platform employs natural language processing and automated machine learning to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby boosting productivity and decision-making accuracy. By utilizing a no-code approach, Pryon enables organizations to quickly harness the value of their information assets without disrupting existing operations. The company's solutions aim to simplify AI adoption, reduce complexity, and lower costs for businesses seeking to improve their workflows and knowledge utilization.

CureMint

Seed Round in 2022
CureMint, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based procurement software tailored for the dental industry, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 2017, CureMint offers a comprehensive platform that manages the entire procurement lifecycle, enabling dental organizations to streamline purchasing, vendor management, and invoicing processes. Its software features modules that enhance the ordering experience for office staff while providing managers with tools for improved visibility and control over spending. The platform also facilitates the creation and management of custom formularies, allowing organizations to prioritize essential products and establish automated approval workflows. By addressing the fragmented procurement process, CureMint empowers dental practices to make informed purchasing decisions and optimize operational efficiency.

MuukTest

Pre Seed Round in 2022
MuukTest is a software testing platform based in Raleigh, North Carolina, founded in 2019. The company specializes in codeless test automation, allowing software developers to create, execute, and manage automated tests efficiently. By leveraging artificial intelligence, MuukTest enhances testing productivity, reportedly increasing it by up to 26 times. This innovation enables clients to minimize the time spent on manual testing processes and infrastructure management, allowing them to concentrate on more valuable tasks within their software development lifecycle.

udu

Seed Round in 2022
udu, Inc. is a company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, specializing in data structures, enrichment, and delivery services. It offers an AI-powered deal-sourcing platform that automates the search, discovery, and analysis of target businesses, significantly reducing the time required to identify companies that meet specific criteria. By utilizing advanced algorithms and machine learning techniques, udu enhances the deal discovery process, allowing clients to uncover opportunities from both public and private data sources that may otherwise go unnoticed. The platform prioritizes results based on user preferences, streamlining the business development cycle and improving efficiency for private equity customers and their portfolio companies. Additionally, udu provides services related to apartment rental data, university funding correlations, and the correction of medical records, demonstrating its diverse capabilities in data management and analysis.

Offline

Seed Round in 2022
Offline is an O2O technology platform that gives people instant access to the events and experiences in their city, curated daily. Its platform identifies things to do in a city, editorialize them, and deliver them to users' pockets that allow users to fall in love with their city and their life. The company is driven by its mission is to help people fall in love with their city and their life. Offline Media was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

BlueRecruit

Pre Seed Round in 2022
BlueRecruit creates a professional profile for skilled trade workers connecting them to employers. It allows employers to execute targeted searches for their individual talent needs. It was founded in 2019 and is based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

GreenPlaces

Angel Round in 2022
GreenPlaces is a sustainability software company founded in 2021 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It operates as a comprehensive platform that helps businesses measure and manage their carbon emissions while providing tools to reduce their environmental impact. The software offers features for tracking and benchmarking carbon footprints, along with access to strategies for emissions reduction and high-quality carbon credits for offsetting. GreenPlaces also facilitates clear communication of sustainability progress to both employees and customers. By providing accurate reporting and tailored carbon reduction plans, GreenPlaces enables companies to effectively achieve their climate goals and enhance their overall sustainability efforts.

Keen Decision Systems

Series B in 2022
Keen Decision Systems, LLC is a software developer based in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in marketing measurement and optimization platforms. Founded in 2010, the company offers a software-as-a-service solution that empowers marketers to make informed, data-driven decisions. Its technology provides real-time insights into the financial contributions of various marketing channels, enabling users to maximize profitability and revenue while effectively managing their marketing investments. By helping marketers understand when to allocate or withdraw spending, Keen Decision Systems supports businesses in adapting to market changes and strategizing future actions.

Offline

Seed Round in 2022
Offline is an O2O technology platform that gives people instant access to the events and experiences in their city, curated daily. Its platform identifies things to do in a city, editorialize them, and deliver them to users' pockets that allow users to fall in love with their city and their life. The company is driven by its mission is to help people fall in love with their city and their life. Offline Media was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

ProAxion

Seed Round in 2022
ProAxion, Inc. is a manufacturer of cloud-connected sensors aimed at enhancing predictive maintenance for industrial machinery. The company has developed TACTIX, a tool designed to remotely monitor the health of rotating machines, thereby helping to prevent unexpected failures of mission-critical equipment. By utilizing low-power sensors and cloud computing technologies, ProAxion enables industrial facilities to improve their uptime and reliability while optimizing the total cost of operations and maintenance. Founded in 2015 and based in Cary, North Carolina, ProAxion's innovative solutions contribute to data-driven operations, addressing the needs of millions of machines integral to societal functions and advancing the Industrial Internet of Things.

Hip eCommerce

Series B in 2022
Hip eCommerce, Inc., operating under the name HipStamp, is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of collectibles, specifically stamps, postcards, and comic books. Founded in 2015 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company manages platforms such as HipStamp, HipComic, and HipPostcard. Hip eCommerce aims to create collectible-specific communities that foster connections between buyers and sellers, allowing them to share their interests and expand their hobbies. The company also provides a range of services and tools designed to help sellers reach a broader audience and increase their sales. Through its innovative approach, Hip eCommerce seeks to modernize the collectibles market and enhance the overall experience for collectors.

Reveal Mobile

Seed Round in 2022
Reveal Mobile, Inc. operates a comprehensive platform focused on location-based advertising and analytics. The company offers several products, including VISIT Local for foot traffic attribution and audience building, VISIT Match for instant audience scaling, and VISIT Data, a customizable location-data solution. These tools cater to a diverse range of clients, including agencies, media companies, and brands, enabling them to understand the demographics of their audience and enhance advertising strategies through targeted digital outreach. Reveal Mobile emphasizes privacy compliance, maintaining membership in the Network Advertising Initiative and undergoing annual privacy certifications. Founded in 2004 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company was formerly known as StepLeader, Inc., a name it changed in March 2015. Reveal Mobile operates as a subsidiary of CBC New Media Group, LLC.

GreenPlaces

Funding Round in 2022
GreenPlaces is a sustainability software company founded in 2021 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It operates as a comprehensive platform that helps businesses measure and manage their carbon emissions while providing tools to reduce their environmental impact. The software offers features for tracking and benchmarking carbon footprints, along with access to strategies for emissions reduction and high-quality carbon credits for offsetting. GreenPlaces also facilitates clear communication of sustainability progress to both employees and customers. By providing accurate reporting and tailored carbon reduction plans, GreenPlaces enables companies to effectively achieve their climate goals and enhance their overall sustainability efforts.

Next Century Spirits

Series D in 2022
Next Century Spirits LLC is a producer of custom distilled spirits, offering a range of services including brand and label development, bulk liquors, and private labeling. Founded in 2018 and located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company utilizes a combination of traditional distilling techniques and innovative finishing technologies to enhance flavor profiles and ensure product consistency. Its advanced processing technology allows clients to expand their offerings while addressing supply chain challenges. Next Century Spirits serves both established brands and new entrants in the market, helping them blend traditional craftsmanship with modern methods to deliver high-quality spirits to consumers globally.

The Looma Project

Seed Round in 2022
The Looma Project, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, that focuses on enhancing the retail experience through digital storytelling. Established in 2015, Looma manufactures Loop, a network of tablets that display short, human-centric videos designed to connect consumers with the stories behind their products. This platform not only creates brand profiles but also facilitates customer engagement at the point of sale by providing educational and inspirational content. By collaborating with filmmakers and content creators, Looma delivers relevant, point-of-decision videos that enrich the shopping experience and promote deeper connections between consumers and the brands they support.
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