Rocket Ventures

Rocket Ventures is a resource dedicated to supporting technology-based companies in Northwest Ohio by providing capital and commercialization assistance. The organization offers funding consideration to signed client companies, granting them access to a professional team with significant expertise in launching early-stage tech ventures. Rocket Ventures focuses on high-tech, early-stage companies, leveraging its knowledge and track record to help these businesses succeed in a competitive environment.

Ben Trumbull

Fund Manager

27 past transactions

Venture Med Group

Angel Round in 2014
VentureMed Group (VMG) designs, develops and markets innovative medical devices which enable interventionalists to cost effectively treat peripheral artery diseases and improve the lives of their patients. Founded by physicians who understand the clinical, medical and financial demands in today’s healthcare environment, VMG creates truly cost effective solutions. Their flagship product, the FLEX Scoring Catheter enables providers to reduce expensive inventory costs while offering the interventionalist more treatment options from a single device.

Tour de Force

Angel Round in 2014
Tour de Force, Inc. develops, sells, implements, and supports the Tour de Force suite of CRM (customer relationship management), SFA (sales force automation), BI (business intelligence), and BPO (business process improvement) software solutions. The goal of Tour de Force is to provide the tools and features that a B2B sales organization needs to be more efficient and more effective. Tour de Force can be installed on top of Microsoft Outlook and accessed directly through the Outlook interface and can also be installed as a standalone product without Microsoft Outlook. Tour de Force integrates to a company’s ERP system, allowing sales data to be easily viewed and analyzed. While Tour de Force is an ideal solution for any B2B sales organization, it was specifically designed and developed to address the many complexities of the wholesale distribution market and the manufacturing market that sells through a distribution or dealer network. The current Tour de Force user base is 80% Industrial Distributors, 10% Manufacturers, 5% Construction, 3% Furniture Dealers, and 2% other B2B Industries. On July 1, 2019, Compass Sales Solutions, MITS, and Tour de Force are now operating under one new company named White Cup.

Beyond Software

Angel Round in 2014
Beyond Software Corporation specializes in providing project management software tailored for small businesses. Established in 2008 and based in Findlay, Ohio, the company offers a platform that captures time and expenses in real-time, allowing project managers to monitor budget overruns and generate historical comparisons for future estimations. The software integrates seamlessly with QuickBooks, reducing the need for multiple data entries, and facilitates efficient invoicing by highlighting unbilled charges. It assists users in various tasks, including budgeting, resource scheduling, timesheet and expense report entry, and revenue recognition. Beyond Software's solutions are utilized across diverse sectors such as management consulting, technology consulting, professional services, and engineering, enhancing project visibility, accountability, and cash flow for project-centric organizations.

Satelytics

Angel Round in 2014
Satelytics Inc. specializes in cloud-based geospatial analytics software designed to analyze large volumes of satellite and aerial imagery for actionable insights. The company focuses on providing real-time alerts to clients in the oil and gas, power, mining, and water/wastewater industries, helping them address operational anomalies before they lead to environmental damage or increased costs. Satelytics' technology processes multispectral and hyperspectral imagery to identify specific spectral signatures that indicate potential issues, such as hydrocarbon leaks or contamination risks. By monitoring extensive infrastructure, including pipelines and power stations, Satelytics enables businesses to detect threats early and respond effectively, thereby enhancing regulatory compliance and safety. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Satelytics was previously known as Blue Water Satellite, Inc. before its name change in February 2016.

Roost

Seed Round in 2014
Roost enables push notifications for websites. With the decline of RSS and the death of services like Google Reader, Roost fills a vacuum for readers who want to stay engaged with their favorite websites. Roost enables readers to receive up to the minute, light touch reminders whenever their preferred web publishers post new content, but without crowding their inbox or overwhelming them with heavy messaging. Roost, in turn, allows web publishers to identify their most loyal readers and consistently create new interactions with them. Apart from Roost, desktop push notifications are too cost and resource prohibitive for publishers to integrate with their websites. Roost solves this problem. With the emergence of mobile apps, push notifications quickly became the preferred method of content consumption within apps. Roost is applying this communication channel to the web. Founded in 2009 as Notice Software, Roost began to earnestly pursue a mobile web push in 2012.

DocuSphere

Debt Financing in 2014
Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, their entire focus is on the development, enhancement, maintenance, implementation, and support of their own DocuSphere solution for accounts payable automation. They deliver “The DocuSphere Difference: The preeminent connected, business-driven AP automation solution – delivered by experienced people for a fixed fee.” Their seasoned professionals are skilled in ERP applications such as accounts payable, sales order processing, billing and shipping. They’ve assisted mid-size to large multinational organizations in a wide variety of industries, in locations across North America and around the world.

Beyond Software

Angel Round in 2014
Beyond Software Corporation specializes in providing project management software tailored for small businesses. Established in 2008 and based in Findlay, Ohio, the company offers a platform that captures time and expenses in real-time, allowing project managers to monitor budget overruns and generate historical comparisons for future estimations. The software integrates seamlessly with QuickBooks, reducing the need for multiple data entries, and facilitates efficient invoicing by highlighting unbilled charges. It assists users in various tasks, including budgeting, resource scheduling, timesheet and expense report entry, and revenue recognition. Beyond Software's solutions are utilized across diverse sectors such as management consulting, technology consulting, professional services, and engineering, enhancing project visibility, accountability, and cash flow for project-centric organizations.

Venture Med Group

Angel Round in 2013
VentureMed Group (VMG) designs, develops and markets innovative medical devices which enable interventionalists to cost effectively treat peripheral artery diseases and improve the lives of their patients. Founded by physicians who understand the clinical, medical and financial demands in today’s healthcare environment, VMG creates truly cost effective solutions. Their flagship product, the FLEX Scoring Catheter enables providers to reduce expensive inventory costs while offering the interventionalist more treatment options from a single device.

Roost

Seed Round in 2013
Roost enables push notifications for websites. With the decline of RSS and the death of services like Google Reader, Roost fills a vacuum for readers who want to stay engaged with their favorite websites. Roost enables readers to receive up to the minute, light touch reminders whenever their preferred web publishers post new content, but without crowding their inbox or overwhelming them with heavy messaging. Roost, in turn, allows web publishers to identify their most loyal readers and consistently create new interactions with them. Apart from Roost, desktop push notifications are too cost and resource prohibitive for publishers to integrate with their websites. Roost solves this problem. With the emergence of mobile apps, push notifications quickly became the preferred method of content consumption within apps. Roost is applying this communication channel to the web. Founded in 2009 as Notice Software, Roost began to earnestly pursue a mobile web push in 2012.

DocuSphere

Venture Round in 2012
Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, their entire focus is on the development, enhancement, maintenance, implementation, and support of their own DocuSphere solution for accounts payable automation. They deliver “The DocuSphere Difference: The preeminent connected, business-driven AP automation solution – delivered by experienced people for a fixed fee.” Their seasoned professionals are skilled in ERP applications such as accounts payable, sales order processing, billing and shipping. They’ve assisted mid-size to large multinational organizations in a wide variety of industries, in locations across North America and around the world.

CeutiCare

Angel Round in 2012
CeutiCare Inc., based in Toledo, Ohio, specializes in medication therapy management for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. Established in 2007, the company enhances patient outcomes and reduces medical costs through its Intelligent Clinical Guidance (ICG) system. This proprietary technology supports pharmacists and other healthcare providers by analyzing patient clinical data and recommending tailored, evidence-based medication therapies. By integrating clinical practice guidelines and drug databases, CeutiCare’s ICG system enables efficient evaluations of chronically ill patients at the point of care, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes. Clinical studies indicate that involving pharmacists in patient evaluations can result in significant savings in total medical costs, highlighting the importance of collaborative care in managing chronic conditions.

Satelytics

Angel Round in 2012
Satelytics Inc. specializes in cloud-based geospatial analytics software designed to analyze large volumes of satellite and aerial imagery for actionable insights. The company focuses on providing real-time alerts to clients in the oil and gas, power, mining, and water/wastewater industries, helping them address operational anomalies before they lead to environmental damage or increased costs. Satelytics' technology processes multispectral and hyperspectral imagery to identify specific spectral signatures that indicate potential issues, such as hydrocarbon leaks or contamination risks. By monitoring extensive infrastructure, including pipelines and power stations, Satelytics enables businesses to detect threats early and respond effectively, thereby enhancing regulatory compliance and safety. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Satelytics was previously known as Blue Water Satellite, Inc. before its name change in February 2016.

InnerApps

Angel Round in 2012
InnerApps, LLC, also known as Identity Syncronizer, is a software company based in Perrysburg, Ohio, that specializes in identity and access management solutions. Founded in 2008 as a subsidiary of Tranztec Solutions, InnerApps develops innovative products aimed at enhancing security and reducing operational costs for businesses. Its primary offering, Identity Syncronizer, integrates directly with Microsoft’s Active Directory, enabling users to manage application-level security for both on-premise and cloud applications from a single interface. This tool also facilitates password synchronization between Active Directory and various applications. Additionally, InnerApps provides IDSync, a comprehensive platform that encompasses access management, identity management, single sign-on, user provisioning, password management, and compliance management. The company's focus on the security and identity marketplace allows it to deliver specialized solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of organizations.

Advanced Battery Concepts

Angel Round in 2011
Advanced Battery Concepts, LLC is a company specializing in the design and development of bi-polar lead acid batteries. Founded in 2008 and based in Clare, Michigan, it aims to enhance battery performance across various sectors, including military, industrial, stationary, renewable, automotive, and motive markets. The company focuses on advancing battery electrode technologies to address the challenges associated with bipolar batteries. Its innovative products offer uniform current density, increased active material utilization, and improved energy and power density, which contribute to enhanced performance at lower production costs compared to conventional lead-acid batteries. Advanced Battery Concepts was previously known as Advanced Battery Concepts Michigan before rebranding in March 2011.

AquaBlok

Venture Round in 2011
AquaBlok, Ltd. is a manufacturer and distributor of composite clay-based materials, specializing in sediment remediation and pollution prevention solutions. The company provides a range of products, including low permeability capping tools, bentonite well sealants, and composite-aggregate materials for wetland restoration. Additionally, AquaBlok offers algae and pond management products designed to clarify water bodies and prevent leaks through the use of dense aggregates. Their offerings are utilized for various applications, such as isolating contaminated sediments, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment materials in aquatic environments, and providing sealants for well construction and abandonment. AquaBlok's solutions also play a role in flood control through levee repairs and dam reinforcement. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Swanton, Ohio, AquaBlok distributes its products through a network of sales representatives and distributors in various locations across the United States and internationally.

Mithridion

Series C in 2011
Mithridion, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Madison, Wisconsin, that specializes in discovering and developing small molecule drugs aimed at addressing unmet medical needs associated with central nervous system disorders. Founded in 2004, the company focuses primarily on serious chronic neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia. Its drug portfolio features candidates designed for treating cognitive impairments and blocking disease processes in conditions such as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Notable projects include MCD-386CR, which targets neurodegenerative diseases, and MCD-386/glycopyrrolate, aimed at preventing Alzheimer's in genetically defined presymptomatic mutation carriers. Additionally, the company is developing MI-08-016/035 for common neurodegenerative diseases and MI-10-022 to address significant unmet needs in schizophrenia.

DocuSphere

Series A in 2010
Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, their entire focus is on the development, enhancement, maintenance, implementation, and support of their own DocuSphere solution for accounts payable automation. They deliver “The DocuSphere Difference: The preeminent connected, business-driven AP automation solution – delivered by experienced people for a fixed fee.” Their seasoned professionals are skilled in ERP applications such as accounts payable, sales order processing, billing and shipping. They’ve assisted mid-size to large multinational organizations in a wide variety of industries, in locations across North America and around the world.

ADS Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2010
ADS Biotechnology is a biomedical company, develops blood volume expanders.

Mithridion

Series B in 2009
Mithridion, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Madison, Wisconsin, that specializes in discovering and developing small molecule drugs aimed at addressing unmet medical needs associated with central nervous system disorders. Founded in 2004, the company focuses primarily on serious chronic neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia. Its drug portfolio features candidates designed for treating cognitive impairments and blocking disease processes in conditions such as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Notable projects include MCD-386CR, which targets neurodegenerative diseases, and MCD-386/glycopyrrolate, aimed at preventing Alzheimer's in genetically defined presymptomatic mutation carriers. Additionally, the company is developing MI-08-016/035 for common neurodegenerative diseases and MI-10-022 to address significant unmet needs in schizophrenia.

AquaBlok

Venture Round in 2008
AquaBlok, Ltd. is a manufacturer and distributor of composite clay-based materials, specializing in sediment remediation and pollution prevention solutions. The company provides a range of products, including low permeability capping tools, bentonite well sealants, and composite-aggregate materials for wetland restoration. Additionally, AquaBlok offers algae and pond management products designed to clarify water bodies and prevent leaks through the use of dense aggregates. Their offerings are utilized for various applications, such as isolating contaminated sediments, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment materials in aquatic environments, and providing sealants for well construction and abandonment. AquaBlok's solutions also play a role in flood control through levee repairs and dam reinforcement. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Swanton, Ohio, AquaBlok distributes its products through a network of sales representatives and distributors in various locations across the United States and internationally.

Active Network

Series F in 2008
Active Network is a leading provider of software solutions for activity and event management, facilitating connections between participants and organizers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that enables efficient registration, secure payment processing, and data-driven insights to enhance participation and streamline administration. Active Network serves over 27,000 organizers and engages more than 13 million participants globally through its extensive marketplace for activities and events. The company hosts a vast directory of sports and recreational activities, making it easy for users to discover and register for various events, from races to team sports. In addition to registration services, Active Network provides online training tools, community engagement features, and a membership program that offers discounts on sports-related expenses. Its innovative solutions are designed to empower organizations, strengthen communities, and promote a more active lifestyle.

Integrated Materials

Series D in 2008
Integrated Materials, Inc. is a silicon science and technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the manufacture of polysilicon furnaceware products for integrated circuit manufacturers. Founded in 1998, the company produces a range of products including boats, injectors, liners, pedestals, ring boats, and shelf boats, all designed for use in high-temperature processes and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) operations. As of 2010, Integrated Materials operates as a subsidiary of Ferrotec (USA) Corporation.

Active Network

Series D in 2006
Active Network is a leading provider of software solutions for activity and event management, facilitating connections between participants and organizers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that enables efficient registration, secure payment processing, and data-driven insights to enhance participation and streamline administration. Active Network serves over 27,000 organizers and engages more than 13 million participants globally through its extensive marketplace for activities and events. The company hosts a vast directory of sports and recreational activities, making it easy for users to discover and register for various events, from races to team sports. In addition to registration services, Active Network provides online training tools, community engagement features, and a membership program that offers discounts on sports-related expenses. Its innovative solutions are designed to empower organizations, strengthen communities, and promote a more active lifestyle.

Clairvoyante

Series B in 2004
Clairvoyante develops PenTile RGBW technology to optimize screen brightness, resolution, and power consumption of flat-panel liquid crystal displays that enables high-brightness and low-power displays that needs to support data-centric 3G applications and contents. Clairvoyante is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2000 by Candice Brown Elliott. The company was acquired by Samsung Electronics on March, 2008.

Integrated Materials

Series B in 2004
Integrated Materials, Inc. is a silicon science and technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in the manufacture of polysilicon furnaceware products for integrated circuit manufacturers. Founded in 1998, the company produces a range of products including boats, injectors, liners, pedestals, ring boats, and shelf boats, all designed for use in high-temperature processes and low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LPCVD) operations. As of 2010, Integrated Materials operates as a subsidiary of Ferrotec (USA) Corporation.

Senforce Technologies

Venture Round in 2004
Senforce Technologies specializes in endpoint security solutions aimed at protecting sensitive data on employees' computers. The company offers software that enforces encryption policies, ensuring that data remains secure regardless of whether users are online or offline. A key feature of their technology is "location-aware enforcement," which automatically adjusts security controls based on the user's location to prevent unauthorized access to networks. This capability enhances overall security by providing tailored protections that adapt to varying environments.

Harmony Software

Venture Round in 2000
Harmony Software is the leading analytic engine for B2B & B2C exchanges, portals, ASPs and platform partners.
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