Media Group of America
Venture Round in 2015
Media Group of America, LLC is a media company based in Washington, District of Columbia, established in 2013. The company specializes in digital advocacy services, providing creative strategy and campaign placement to clients including companies, associations, and political candidates. It offers a suite of digital consulting services designed to help clients develop and implement effective digital strategies. Media Group of America also operates LiftBump, an online platform for quotes, pictures, and news stories, and Shuffle, a social news application that allows users to follow influencers, share articles, and manage personalized news feeds. Additionally, the company provides Gravity, a technology tool that aids campaigns and consultants in organizing and managing data related to donors, supporters, and voters. The firm's focus is on delivering targeted information through its media properties and innovative technology solutions.
Echelon Insights
Series A in 2015
Echelon Insights, LLC is a Virginia-based company specializing in research, analytics, and digital intelligence services. It focuses on providing opinion research that helps clients understand their audience's thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. The company employs predictive analytics to identify potential supporters, target persuasive messaging, and determine optimal marketing channels. Additionally, Echelon Insights offers data platforms and competitive intelligence services, aiding clients in making informed decisions based on comprehensive situational awareness. By merging opinion research with experimental message testing and social media analysis, Echelon Insights empowers its clients, particularly in the Republican sector, to utilize existing data effectively and enhance their overall strategic efforts.
Ledbury is a luxury menswear brand that specializes in premium men's shirts and accessories. The company is committed to producing high-quality, well-fitting clothing that transcends trends, making it suitable for various settings and generations. Influenced by the traditional tailoring of England and the relaxed style of the Southeast United States, Ledbury emphasizes craftsmanship and quality in its collections. The brand sources its finest materials from reputable Italian mills and collaborates with a small factory where traditional craftsmanship techniques have been upheld over generations. Ledbury's philosophy centers on the belief that a few well-made items are preferable to many inferior ones, aiming to provide exceptional value without exorbitant pricing.
Pascal Metrics
Series A in 2014
Pascal Metrics Inc. specializes in patient safety analytics and clinical solutions tailored for hospitals and healthcare systems. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in Austin, Texas, and Sydney, Australia, the company provides a software-as-a-service platform called Pascal HealthBench. This platform offers a comprehensive suite of metrics, analytics, program management tools, and benchmarking data through subscription services. Pascal Metrics also delivers virtual patient safety solutions, focusing on areas such as safety culture management, patient harm management, and predictive harm analytics. By employing advanced safety analytics, the company enables healthcare providers to identify and significantly reduce preventable patient harm, thereby enhancing the overall quality of care. Its client base includes a diverse range of institutions, from academic and community hospitals to government and private healthcare systems across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Bills Khakis
Series A in 2013
Bills Khakis (http://www.billskhakis.com), based in Reading, Pa., is a leading designer and marketer of premium, branded men’s sportswear, including pants, shorts, jeans, shirts, sweaters, knits, belts and outerwear. All Bills Khakis products are cut and sewn exclusively in the U.S.A. The Company sells its products wholesale to premium men’s specialty retail stores throughout the United States, and retail direct-to-consumer through catalog and internet marketing. Bills Khakis has been named to Inc. Magazine’s “Inner City 100” five times as one of America’s 100 fastest-growing inner city businesses.
Potomac Research Group
Series A in 2012
Potomac Research Group is an independent research firm established in 2008, specializing in Washington policy and market analysis specifically for institutional investors. The firm focuses on analyzing federal legislative activities and regulatory policies, providing insights that help investors understand the implications of governmental actions on various industries. With a commitment to delivering accurate and timely information, Potomac Research Group has positioned itself as a valuable resource for those looking to navigate the complexities of the intersection between policy and market dynamics.