2.0 Ventures

2.0 Ventures is a venture capital investment firm established in 2020 and located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm specializes in partnering with innovative technology and consumer companies to accelerate their growth and enhance their strategic options. By providing investment and essential operational support, 2.0 Ventures assists founders in overcoming complex growth challenges and positioning their businesses for future financing, strategic exits, or sustained profitability. The firm emphasizes the importance of open-mindedness and flexibility in collaboration between investors and founders, believing that this approach ultimately benefits the business and its long-term success.

W.Benson Metcalf

Founder, Managing Partner and CEO

11 past transactions

Feat Clothing

Acquisition in 2024
Feat Clothing is an apparel brand that specializes in comfortable athleisure wear, crafted from high-quality materials using advanced techniques such as sublimation heat transfer for printing. The company focuses on creating versatile clothing designed for various activities, from outdoor adventures to working from home. Their signature ButterWash process enhances the softness and comfort of the fabrics, ensuring that each product meets the needs of customers seeking both style and functionality. Feat Clothing offers a diverse range of items, including printed socks and bathing suits, emphasizing a commitment to comfort and adaptability in everyday wear.

Cydome

Series A in 2023
Cydome is a cybersecurity company focused on safeguarding the maritime Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. It offers an end-to-end cybersecurity platform that ensures the continuous operation of maritime vessels by providing robust protection from the kernel level through data and network isolation. Cydome's technology enables rapid, reliable, and automatic threat detection and protection, addressing vulnerabilities in guidance, sensor, control, command, and communication systems. By enhancing the security of these systems, Cydome plays a crucial role in integrating maritime operations with coastal infrastructures.

Bacon

Series A in 2022
Bacon Inc. is a company that operates an online platform for on-demand employee hiring services. Founded in 2018 and based in Provo, Utah, Bacon develops a mobile application that connects established businesses with local gig workers. The platform allows employers to post part-time or temporary job shifts, while workers can apply for these opportunities based on their availability. Users can select candidates based on ratings, reviews, and performance, facilitating a mutual selection process. This innovative approach enables businesses to efficiently fill positions with qualified labor, while providing workers the flexibility to choose shifts that fit their schedules.

Feat Clothing

Venture Round in 2022
Feat Clothing is an apparel brand that specializes in comfortable athleisure wear, crafted from high-quality materials using advanced techniques such as sublimation heat transfer for printing. The company focuses on creating versatile clothing designed for various activities, from outdoor adventures to working from home. Their signature ButterWash process enhances the softness and comfort of the fabrics, ensuring that each product meets the needs of customers seeking both style and functionality. Feat Clothing offers a diverse range of items, including printed socks and bathing suits, emphasizing a commitment to comfort and adaptability in everyday wear.

Udo

Venture Round in 2022
Udo is a technology communications company focused on enhancing communication capabilities across various industries through innovative solutions. It specializes in asynchronous video-capture technology, allowing users to create and interact at their own convenience with precision. The Udo Care app is designed to improve efficiencies in the medical sector by ensuring that healthcare providers can optimize their time and effectively communicate vital information. Additionally, the Udo Life app enables users to capture and share significant moments, fostering engagement and conversation around these experiences. By offering a customized web-based platform, Udo equips users with essential tools and resources to stay connected, facilitating meaningful interactions among individuals and organizations.

Proggio

Series A in 2022
Proggio is a developer of an enterprise project portfolio management platform that enhances clarity in project execution and team task management. The platform provides comprehensive features for project planning, visualization, and real-time progress monitoring, facilitating effective communication and alignment among teams. Proggio's solution allows organizations to connect delivery targets with project plans, enabling better oversight of project details and employee engagement through analytics and discussion tools. This focus on end-to-end portfolio visualization and execution supports companies in managing their projects more efficiently.

Hacware

Seed Round in 2022
Hacware, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Dallas, Texas, focused on enhancing employee awareness to combat phishing attacks. Established in 2017, Hacware develops an artificial intelligence-driven software platform that identifies employees at risk of being targeted by hackers based on their behavior. The platform automates the delivery of simulated email hacks to educate users and improve their response to potential threats. Additionally, Hacware provides real-time analytics and tailored training recommendations to strengthen email security and create a culture of awareness within organizations. By combining threat intelligence with user behavior insights, Hacware aims to empower IT teams to effectively manage cybersecurity risks.

Stix Golf

Series A in 2022
Stix Golf provides headcovers, bamboo golf tees, golf balls, eco-hybrid golf glove, magnetic golf towel, stand bag, clubs, and accessories. Their customers inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.

Pestie

Series A in 2022
Pestie is a professional pest control brand established in 2019, specializing in providing simple and affordable solutions for homeowners across the United States. The company has transformed the pest control landscape by eliminating the need for door-to-door salespeople and technicians, thereby reducing costs while ensuring effective pest management. Pestie offers professional-grade pesticide and self-service application kits that are conveniently shipped directly to customers' doorsteps. Through its subscription platform, users can receive customized pest-control plans tailored to their specific pest issues and local conditions, enabling them to maintain pest-free homes with minimal effort.

Swell

Series A in 2021
Swell is an automated growth platform that assists local businesses in attracting and retaining customers by capturing real-time feedback. The platform enables businesses to gather valuable insights immediately after customer interactions, turning this feedback into reviews and referrals that enhance their online presence and reputation. Swell integrates seamlessly with existing CRM and POS systems, making it easier for businesses across various industries, including healthcare, retail, service, hospitality, and tourism, to be discovered in local searches. By focusing on customer sentiment, Swell helps businesses learn from their clientele and improve their overall performance.

Pestie

Seed Round in 2021
Pestie is a professional pest control brand established in 2019, specializing in providing simple and affordable solutions for homeowners across the United States. The company has transformed the pest control landscape by eliminating the need for door-to-door salespeople and technicians, thereby reducing costs while ensuring effective pest management. Pestie offers professional-grade pesticide and self-service application kits that are conveniently shipped directly to customers' doorsteps. Through its subscription platform, users can receive customized pest-control plans tailored to their specific pest issues and local conditions, enabling them to maintain pest-free homes with minimal effort.
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