Eyewa is an online optical store that aims to simplify the eyewear shopping experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By focusing on convenience and affordability, Eyewa strives to provide customers with a fashion-forward selection of eyewear that meets their individual needs.
Global Premier Fertility
Series C in 2022
Global Premier Fertility supports independent fertility practices, offering resources and solutions to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes. They enable physicians to maintain clinical control while managing day-to-day operations.
Petaverse Network
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Petaverse Network develops an open standard for cross-chain, interoperable pets in the metaverse. It enables users to create and accompany their virtual companions across various platforms using AI, XR, and NFT technologies.
ClearEstate
Series A in 2022
ClearEstate streamlines estate settlement processes by offering a tech-driven, comprehensive solution for executors. It automates administrative tasks, reduces costs by minimizing the need for licensed professionals, and enhances transparency through education and guidance for executors and beneficiaries.
ClearEstate
Seed Round in 2021
ClearEstate streamlines estate settlement processes by offering a tech-driven, comprehensive solution for executors. It automates administrative tasks, reduces costs by minimizing the need for licensed professionals, and enhances transparency through education and guidance for executors and beneficiaries.
Bourn Hall
Venture Round in 2021
Bourn Hall is a leading provider of fertility and in vitro fertilization services based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, with additional clinics in Colchester, Norwich, and Wickford. Established by IVF pioneers Steptoe and Edwards, Bourn Hall made history as the first clinic in the world to offer IVF treatments. The clinic caters to both self-funding and NHS patients, providing a safe and supportive environment to address fertility-related issues for both men and women. With a commitment to helping individuals and couples achieve their dreams of parenthood, Bourn Hall has successfully assisted in the conception of over 13,000 children, earning a reputation as a sanctuary for those facing difficulties conceiving.
Schweiger Dermatology Group
Debt Financing in 2017
Schweiger Dermatology Group operates medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology facilities across New York City and surrounding areas. It offers treatments for various skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, and skin cancer, along with cosmetic services like laser hair removal, botox, fillers, and plastic surgery procedures.
Native Maine Produce & Specialty Foods
Private Equity Round in 2017
Native Maine Produce & Specialty Foods, LLC, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Westbrook, Maine, is the largest independent fresh foodservice distributor in the state. The company serves over 1,500 customers across New England, providing access to a diverse range of local, regional, and specialty food products. With a selection of over 3,000 high-quality produce items and 450 branded products, Native Maine assists its customers in managing food costs while maintaining product quality. The company's extensive offerings cater to the needs of various food service establishments, making it a vital player in the regional food distribution market.
Nomacorc
Venture Round in 2015
Nomacorc LLC, established in 1998 and headquartered in Zebulon, North Carolina, specializes in manufacturing alternative wine closures. The company produces co-extruded synthetic wine closures derived from sustainable, renewable sugarcane-based raw materials, significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Nomacorc's products, which include screwcaps and closures designed for both still and sparkling wines, aim to maximize performance, design, and sustainability. The company sells its products globally through a network of sales managers, distributors, and agents, catering to winemakers, wine industry professionals, and consumers.
PlayHaven
Venture Round in 2014
PlayHaven is a mobile game solutions provider based in Santa Monica, United States, specializing in tools designed to help developers manage player acquisition, engagement, and monetization. Offering an end-to-end platform, PlayHaven supports over 20,000 games and has a significant reach with more than 800 million unique users and 176 million monthly active users. The company processes over 14 billion in-game events each month, providing valuable insights into user behavior. Game developers such as Cartoon Network, Glu Mobile, and SEGA utilize PlayHaven's technology to enhance the performance of their advertising campaigns, thereby improving user acquisition and monetization strategies.
Frank Entertainment Companies
Private Equity Round in 2014
Frank Entertainment Group is an entertainment company based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, that operates a chain of motion picture theaters and family entertainment venues. The company provides a diverse range of offerings, including movie screenings, bowling, games, and dining options through its bars and grille. In addition to its entertainment services, Frank Entertainment Group also hosts corporate events, making it a versatile destination for leisure and business activities.
Tate’s Bake Shop
Private Equity Round in 2014
Tate's Bake Shop, Inc., founded in 2000 and based in Southampton, New York, specializes in producing gourmet homemade baked goods and health-conscious food items. Its product line includes a variety of cookies, cakes, brownies, pies, dessert bars, and gluten-free options. The company also offers cookie and bar towers, gift baskets, breakfast treats, and cookbooks. In addition to retail sales through its online store and various U.S. retailers, Tate's Bake Shop provides hospitality and food services to luxury hotels and resorts. The company's offerings cater to special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and holidays, emphasizing all-natural and gourmet ingredients in its baked products.
DLC
Debt Financing in 2014
DLC specializes in project-based financial planning and accounting services for middle-market companies. The firm employs experienced practitioners, including Big 4 CPAs and graduates from leading business schools, who have worked in complex environments within Fortune 1000 companies. DLC's offerings encompass financial planning and analysis, accounting and reporting, systems implementation, interim financial management, process documentation, project management, and support for mergers and acquisitions. By focusing on high-quality results and efficient service delivery, DLC has established itself as a prominent provider in its sector and was recognized as the fastest-growing privately held company in its market by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The firm's ongoing success hinges on its performance and value delivered to clients.
AGM Automotive
Venture Round in 2014
AGM Automotive, Inc. specializes in providing premium interior components and systems for the automotive industry. Their product offerings include interior lighting, overhead console systems, technical textiles, and various other interior assemblies. By focusing on innovative, cost-effective solutions, AGM Automotive aims to deliver quality products and value-added services to its customers. The company emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships with both global and domestic suppliers, which aids in maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in their operations. Through these efforts, AGM Automotive enables automakers to enhance and remodel vehicles, contributing to the overall improvement of automotive interiors.
Cafe Enterprises
Venture Round in 2014
Cafe Enterprises, Inc. was established in 1988 and specializes in the operation of casual dining restaurants. The company manages a portfolio of establishments under the FATZ® Cafe, Tavern 24, and Tablefields brands. With a presence in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia, Cafe Enterprises operates 43 company-owned full-service dining locations. In addition to traditional dining services, the company also offers catering and a variety of beverage options, enhancing the dining experience for its customers.
Justrite
Venture Round in 2014
Founded in 1906, Justrite is a leading manufacturer of safety products designed to protect people, assets, and the environment from high-cost-of-failure accidents. The company offers a wide range of products including chemical storage containers, safety cabinets, cans, specialty containers, drum handling equipment, motion safety equipment, industrial matting, emergency stations, and exterior storage buildings. These products help industrial and commercial operators safeguard workers, reduce fire hazards, and enhance operational efficiency.
Specialized Desanders
Venture Round in 2013
Specialized Desanders provides engineered desanding solutions to hazards from sand in high-pressure multi-phase oil and gas flows. The equipment alters flow parameters to split the flow and reduce gas and liquid velocity so sand drops out inside the desander while gas and liquid pass through. The company also engineers, assembles, distributes, and services patented, high-pressure desanding equipment used to remove sand and other solids encountered during well flow back and production, serving customers in Canada, the United States, and internationally. This approach supports safe recovery of formation sand with zero emissions and enables operations without flaring, contributing to safer, cleaner drilling and production processes.
WorkForce Software
Series A in 2011
WorkForce Software, LLC is a provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions, established in 1999 and headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, with additional offices in the United Kingdom and Australia. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including forecasting and scheduling, time and attendance tracking, crew management, absence compliance tracking, and analytics. Its platform is designed to enhance employee experience by accommodating diverse pay rules and labor regulations, thereby promoting engagement and compliance. WorkForce Software serves a variety of industries, including energy, healthcare, financial services, education, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. Additionally, the company provides planning, implementation, optimization, and change management services to help clients effectively manage their workforce and improve operational efficiency. Through its strategic partnership with AspireHR, WorkForce Software continues to deliver innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients.
Energy Solution International
Venture Round in 2010
Energy Solutions International, Inc. is a manufacturer of high energy-efficient lighting systems headquartered in West St. Paul, Minnesota. Founded in 1992, the company designs, fabricates, assembles, and distributes a variety of lighting products, including wraps, strips, architectural fixtures, troffers, and luminaires, as well as retrofit kits tailored to aesthetic requirements. Its offerings serve a diverse range of applications across industrial, commercial, retail, and warehouse sectors, providing solutions for schools, hospitals, and office environments. Energy Solutions International focuses on upgrading or replacing inefficient lighting sources with advanced LED systems, contributing to energy savings and improved illumination in various settings.
(mt) Media Temple
Venture Round in 2010
(mt) Media Temple Ventures is the investment arm of [(mt) Media Temple](/organization/media-temple). In 2007, Media Temple began making investments and acquisitions in ideas that were relevant to their brand and service vision.
ZoomSystems
Debt Financing in 2010
ZoomSystems is a leader in the automated retail industry, established in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing and operating unattended point-of-sale solutions that help brands and retailers enhance their market reach and improve consumer experiences. ZoomSystems provides a comprehensive platform that includes integrated hardware, software, and managed services, facilitating the delivery of products directly from manufacturers to consumers. Its network, known as ZoomShop, features over 1,500 locations in various venues such as airports, malls, resorts, military bases, and retail stores across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan. The company partners with prominent brands including Best Buy, Nespresso, Proactiv, Amazon, Essie, Benefit Cosmetics, and Albertsons, focusing on providing advanced retail technologies that enhance convenience and customer satisfaction.