Walnut Ventures

Walnut Venture Associates is a venture capital firm specializing in investments in seed, and early stage companies. The firm typically invests in information technology sectors. It typically invests in companies based in the New England area. The firm prefers to invest between $250,000 and $1 million. It seeks to have a board seat in its portfolio companies. Walnut Venture Associates is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Walnut Venture Associates is a group of experienced entrepreneurs and investors seeking investment opportunities in seed and early-stage companies in the New England area. We are focused on information technology companies with significant technology addressing rapidly growing markets. We can commit $250,000 to $1,000,000 to a single financing. Our objective is to help talented entrepreneurs build lasting businesses of significant value and to participate as active investors. Walnut Venture Associates can help your company by working with you to refine your business plan, to fill out the management team, to develop financing strategies, and to make key contacts for strategic partnerships. A single member of the group will normally serve on the Board of Directors of your company, but the resources of the entire group are available to you

Jim Andrew

Partner

Past deals in Boston, MA

Tally Street

Seed Round in 2020
Tally Street, Inc. is a Boston-based company that develops software aimed at improving cash flow for small and midsize businesses by leveraging their existing accounting data. The platform helps businesses uncover valuable insights about customer lifetime value, sales trends, and product pricing. It provides tools to identify profitable customers, assess risks, optimize sales funnels, and track key performance metrics such as customer retention rates and incoming cash flow forecasts. By employing artificial intelligence and statistical analysis, Tally Street enables business owners to make informed decisions, prioritize collections, and enhance overall financial performance. Incorporated in 2019, Tally Street focuses on assisting modern accounting and finance firms in serving their clients more efficiently and profitably.

cobu

Seed Round in 2020
Cobu is building the next generation apartment living experience. We are a real estate technology and services company based in Downtown Boston that empowers apartment building owners to boost building economics by offering their residents a fun, differentiated apartment experience driven by community. We use in-person event experiences, digital engagement (the Cobu app), and data analytics to increase resident retention, referrals, and apartment differentiation.

Alice's Table

Seed Round in 2019
Alice's Table brings women together to learn new skills, and live a social and creative lifestyle. Their goal is to be the bright spot in the modern busy woman’s life - the thing she looks forward to at home and on the town. Their events are hosted at the top restaurants and bars, offering a girls' night out with a twist. They bring artful arrangements directly to homes and businesses around the Boston area, spreading joy through the gift of beautiful flowers on a regular basis. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Massachusetts.

Groupize

Venture Round in 2019
Groupize, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing solutions for hotel chains and properties to streamline the management of group requests and bookings. The company offers a customizable white label platform that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations online while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Their services include a lead management application for processing group leads, a lead distribution portal for sharing information among hotel chains, and a group management page that assists organizers in planning their trips. Additionally, Groupize features social tools for effective communication and a content portal for property administrators to update information directly. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize emphasizes data security and seamless integration with travel and expense tracking systems to enhance the experience for both planners and attendees.

TireTutor

Seed Round in 2018
TireTutor develops an online platform that connects consumers with local and independent tire dealers. It provides transparent tire pricing and unbiased recommendations. It also makes comparison shopping easy, helping people get back on the road quickly. The company also helps shops optimize the supply chain, enhance the online presence, and close more business. TireTutor was founded on 2018 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

BigTinCan

Series B in 2016
Bigtincan is a sales enablement automation company that provides enterprise mobility software designed to enhance productivity for sales and service teams across various industries, including life sciences, financial services, retail, technology, manufacturing, telecommunications, government, and energy. Its AI-powered platform features tools such as Bigtincan Hub and Bigtincan Zunos, which help organizations improve customer interactions and increase win rates while fostering team-wide adoption. Leading companies like AT&T, ThermoFisher, and Merck utilize Bigtincan's solutions to boost sales effectiveness and customer satisfaction. Headquartered in Boston, Bigtincan also maintains offices throughout EMEA, Australia, and Asia, with the majority of its revenue generated from subscription and support services in the United States.

Parabase Genomics

Series B in 2014
Parabase Genomics, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on improving the diagnosis and treatment of genetic disorders in newborns and children. The company offers innovative testing solutions, including the LifeTime NewbornDx test, which captures and sequences the protein-coding regions of the human genome to identify over 500 genes associated with neonatal conditions. This test allows physicians to obtain a comprehensive molecular profile from dried blood spots within ten days, facilitating accurate diagnosis without relying solely on severe symptoms. In addition to its diagnostic services, Parabase Genomics provides exome and genome-scale sequencing, along with software tools for genetic analysis, supporting researchers in their efforts to better understand and address genetic diseases. Through various research projects and collaborations, the company aims to enhance the lives of children affected by genetic disorders.

ViralGains

Seed Round in 2014
ViralGains, Inc. is a video marketing platform that assists advertising agencies and brands in effectively reaching their target audiences. Founded in 2012 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company specializes in distributing and marketing viral video content to enhance consumer engagement. Its platform integrates video into various online destinations, including blogs, social games, and social news, utilizing influencers to amplify reach. Additionally, ViralGains leverages zero-party data through interactive ads and surveys, enabling brands to discover and nurture both new and returning customers. By measuring consumer interactions with video content, the platform allows marketers to connect with audiences through relevant brand stories in preferred contexts.

InCrowd

Series A in 2012
InCrowd, Inc. operates an online market research platform designed for life sciences companies, offering real-time insights from healthcare professionals regarding product development. The platform includes several solutions such as MicroEval, which helps users assess the perceived benefits and barriers of their products while evaluating market impacts, and MicroTracker, which enables users to monitor brand performance against competitors through various market indicators. Additionally, MicroTest assists in preference ranking by identifying the most effective concepts and messaging to influence prescribing behavior. InCrowd’s platform connects clients with pre-screened doctors and other licensed healthcare professionals across various therapeutic areas, facilitating immediate access to critical feedback. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InCrowd aims to expedite the research process by providing on-demand data that aids healthcare marketers and researchers in making informed decisions.
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