Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, as well as late-stage pre-IPO opportunities, with a flexible approach that is sector and geographic agnostic. Alumni Ventures aims to provide high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who may not have had access to venture capital previously. The firm focuses on backing companies that have an alumni connection and are led by established institutional investors with expertise in their respective fields. Additionally, Alumni Ventures offers focused funds that enable accredited investors to access a diverse portfolio of investments across various types, sectors, stages, and geographies.

Rob Adams

Executive Partner

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Marco A. Casas

Senior Investment Principal, Basecamp Fund

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

Co-Founder, CEO and Board Chairman

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Tom Meyer

Managing Partner, Nassau Street

Wayne Moore

Partner

David Muson

CFO

Saad Shaheen

Director

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner, Lakeshore

Edward Tsai

Managing Partner

Brittney Wade

Senior Associate, Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund

Drew Wandzilak

Senior Associate, Green D and Yard and Strategic Tech Fund

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Michael Yuann

Director of Investment Operations

Past deals in Massachussets

Epicore Biosystems

Series B in 2025
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company that develops and commercializes a proprietary wearable microfluidic sensing platform designed for athletes. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on analyzing small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to measure a range of health and performance metrics. Its technology allows for non-invasive monitoring of sweat biomarkers, skin health, and physiological states in real-time, facilitating personalized management of hydration, nutrition, and overall health. Epicore's innovative platform is grounded in extensive research in microfluidics and soft materials, aiming to enhance athletic performance and health management through accessible and cost-effective solutions.

InGel Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2024
InGel Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2021. The company focuses on developing engineered cell therapies aimed at targeting neuroprotective pathways to address retinal degeneration. Utilizing stem cells and their secretome, InGel Therapeutics aims to provide neuroprotection for blinding diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa and macular degeneration. The company leverages biodegradable polymers to isolate neuroprotective proteins, initially testing these solutions in vitro before advancing to in vivo applications. Through its innovative approach, InGel Therapeutics seeks to enable healthcare professionals to more effectively treat patients suffering from retinal degeneration.

Kudos

Seed Round in 2024
Kudos is a Boston-based company that specializes in manufacturing natural disposable diapers for babies. Founded in 2019 by Amrita Saigal, the company produces diapers with cotton liners and utilizes biobased, plant-based renewable materials, ensuring that the products are chemical-free and suitable for babies' sensitive skin. By focusing on sustainability and the health of infants, Kudos provides parents with eco-friendly diaper options that prioritize both performance and safety.

Multitude Insights

Seed Round in 2024
Multitude Insights is a technology company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, founded in 2021. It specializes in assisting law enforcement agencies by helping them manage and analyze their unstructured data. The company's platform is designed to quickly process large amounts of information about suspects, issue bulletins, track trends in real-time, enhance search accuracy, and facilitate collaboration between different departments. This enables public safety stakeholders to effectively utilize their data to maintain community safety.

Epicore Biosystems

Venture Round in 2024
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company that develops and commercializes a proprietary wearable microfluidic sensing platform designed for athletes. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on analyzing small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to measure a range of health and performance metrics. Its technology allows for non-invasive monitoring of sweat biomarkers, skin health, and physiological states in real-time, facilitating personalized management of hydration, nutrition, and overall health. Epicore's innovative platform is grounded in extensive research in microfluidics and soft materials, aiming to enhance athletic performance and health management through accessible and cost-effective solutions.

PharmaCCX

Seed Round in 2023
PharmaCCX is a healthcare technology company established in 2017, headquartered in Boston with additional offices in Stockholm, San Mateo, and Zug. It operates a platform that facilitates pricing negotiations and procurement processes between oncology pharmaceutical companies and healthcare payers, aiming to accelerate patient access to necessary medicines. The platform offers a configurable infrastructure for planning, negotiating, and managing deals, enabling market access teams at pharma companies and payers to efficiently administer innovative payment models.

Breach Insurance

Venture Round in 2023
Breach Insurance, established in 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing, underwriting, and distributing insurance solutions tailored to the digital asset marketplace. The company focuses on protecting individuals and enterprises against financial losses resulting from cryptocurrency exchange hacks by offering regulated insurance services. Breach operates a global insurance underwriter, aiming to bridge the significant insurance gap in the crypto space. Its intuitive platform enables users to easily set up policies, customize notifications, and submit claims.

Koala Health

Series A in 2022
Koala Health is a Boston-based company founded in 2021 that specializes in providing medications and health products tailored for pets. The company simplifies pet care by verifying and fetching prescriptions from veterinarians, sorting and packaging medications by date and time, and offering free delivery and refills. By focusing on vet-approved medications and supplements, Koala Health aims to enhance the quality of life for pets while easing the management of their health needs for pet owners.

Activ Surgical

Series B in 2022
Activ Surgical Inc. is a digital surgery company based in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to enhancing surgical procedures through advanced technology. Established in 2014 and originally known as Omniboros Inc., the company specializes in developing a robotic surgery platform that integrates computer vision, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Its flagship product, the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR), is designed to improve surgical efficiency, accuracy, and patient outcomes while reducing the risk of unintended complications. Activ Surgical's innovative, patent-protected surgical software facilitates augmented reality-based and AI-driven operations, thereby enhancing surgeons' intra-operative decision-making and fostering safer surgical practices.

Epicore Biosystems

Series A in 2022
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company that develops and commercializes a proprietary wearable microfluidic sensing platform designed for athletes. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on analyzing small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to measure a range of health and performance metrics. Its technology allows for non-invasive monitoring of sweat biomarkers, skin health, and physiological states in real-time, facilitating personalized management of hydration, nutrition, and overall health. Epicore's innovative platform is grounded in extensive research in microfluidics and soft materials, aiming to enhance athletic performance and health management through accessible and cost-effective solutions.

Iterative Scopes

Series B in 2022
Iterative Scopes, Inc. is a Boston-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing machine learning-powered diagnostic tools aimed at assisting gastroenterologists in the prevention of colon cancer. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for physicians and life sciences professionals within the colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease sectors. By leveraging advanced technology, Iterative Scopes aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes in these critical areas of healthcare.

Architect.io

Seed Round in 2021
Architect.io, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in providing a platform for managing and developing cloud applications. The company offers a unique approach to DevOps through its continuous delivery platform, which facilitates the automation of deployment processes for complex, multi-service applications. Architect.io's platform not only streamlines the deployment of distributed services but also enhances security by automating network policy configurations. This service aims to alleviate the pressures faced by DevOps teams, enabling them to effectively manage dependencies and collaborate more efficiently across various environments. By democratizing the deployment process, Architect.io empowers cloud-native developers and enhances overall operational capabilities.

Droplette

Series B in 2021
Droplette Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in innovative skincare technology through its needle-free device designed for the transdermal delivery of active ingredients. This patent-pending system allows for the administration of drugs significantly larger than those achievable with traditional methods, ensuring deep penetration into the skin over large areas. The painless, contact-free device generates no disposables, offering a portable solution for delivering antibiotics to treat serious skin ulcers and infections, thereby minimizing the risks of secondary complications and antibiotic resistance. Additionally, the company is exploring future applications for localized delivery of chemotherapeutics for skin cancer and anti-aging treatments, aiming to enhance skincare routines while avoiding harmful chemicals.

Transcend Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Transcend Therapeutics, Inc., established in 1992 in Waltham, Massachusetts, is a clinical-stage company focused on developing pharmaceuticals to address diseases associated with oxidative stress and tissue damage. The company also specializes in creating psychoactive medicines aimed at treating neuropsychiatric disorders. By targeting specific areas of the brain involved in the pathophysiology of these conditions, Transcend Therapeutics aims to enable healthcare providers to facilitate positive changes in brain function and behavior for their patients.

Zippity

Seed Round in 2021
Zippity LLC is an onsite service experience platform specializing in the automotive industry, offering convenient car maintenance and repair services at home or in the workplace. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Zippity provides a digital operating system tailored for the mobile automotive sector. The company's services include quick deploy side enclosure, vehicle lifting, oil change procedures, and real-time repairs for various needs such as tires, brakes, and detailing. Customers can easily schedule appointments through an online platform, allowing mechanics to arrive at their chosen location, thus reducing the hassles associated with car ownership and enhancing the overall customer experience. Zippity aims to streamline automotive care through innovative and accessible service solutions.

Olaris

Series B in 2021
Olaris is a biotechnology company focused on transforming disease diagnosis and treatment through its innovative CEREBRO platform, which integrates metabolomics and machine learning. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, Olaris aims to enhance precision medicine by utilizing the body’s natural communication systems to identify biomarkers essential for treatment responsiveness. Through its myOLARIS™ precision diagnostics pipeline, the company collaborates with healthcare providers to tailor therapeutic approaches, thereby optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing adverse effects. Olaris is dedicated to advancing personalized healthcare solutions that improve the efficacy of medical interventions.

Graphite

Series A in 2021
Graphite, Inc. is a technology platform that facilitates an online marketplace connecting organizations with a vetted pool of finance and consulting professionals for project-based work. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and Boston, Graphite enables companies across various industries, including financial services, healthcare, technology, and telecommunications, to access specialized expertise on demand. By providing a streamlined way for organizations to engage top-tier consultants and executives, Graphite helps alleviate bandwidth constraints and drive significant organizational change, allowing clients to innovate more rapidly and enhance business performance. Formerly known as SpareHire, Inc., Graphite rebranded in July 2019, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality consulting services tailored to the needs of its clients.

Inkbit

Series B in 2021
Inkbit Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Medford, Massachusetts, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of advanced 3D printers. The company has created a next-generation additive manufacturing platform that integrates machine vision and multi-material jetting technologies. By leveraging expertise from MIT-trained scientists and engineers, Inkbit aims to address the challenges of mass-market additive manufacturing. Its innovative approach enables rapid, on-demand production of polymer 3D printed parts, effectively bridging the gap between prototyping and full-scale manufacturing. This capability caters to the needs of industries requiring high precision and speed for complex, multi-material end-use products.

Breach Insurance

Seed Round in 2021
Breach Insurance, established in 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing, underwriting, and distributing insurance solutions tailored to the digital asset marketplace. The company focuses on protecting individuals and enterprises against financial losses resulting from cryptocurrency exchange hacks by offering regulated insurance services. Breach operates a global insurance underwriter, aiming to bridge the significant insurance gap in the crypto space. Its intuitive platform enables users to easily set up policies, customize notifications, and submit claims.

Wasabi

Series C in 2021
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Alyce

Series B in 2021
Alyce, Inc. is an AI-powered platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in personalized gifting for sales and marketing. Founded in 2015, the company redefines direct mail and promotional gifting through its scalable and sustainable approach to account-based marketing. Alyce's platform leverages social data to recommend ideal gifts, simplifying the process of sending personalized gifts to clients and prospects. It handles everything from order and shipping to reporting, facilitating one-to-one gifting and large-scale campaigns. This innovative platform aims to foster genuine relationships in the B2B space, providing measurable outcomes that significantly enhance account engagement and sales pipeline performance compared to traditional methods.

Grata

Seed Round in 2021
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Stavvy

Series A in 2021
Stavvy, Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in a digital mortgage vendor platform aimed at transforming the lending experience. Founded in 2018 and originally named Stavros Technologies, the company provides tools such as Stavvy Connect, which facilitates secure communication and access to vendor data for mortgage banking professionals during the underwriting and settlement processes. Additionally, Stavvy Notarize enables title agents, lawyers, and notaries to conduct virtual closings and meetings in real-time using web conference technology. By eliminating paper-based processes and enhancing communication, Stavvy aims to improve operational efficiency while minimizing risk for its users in the mortgage industry.

Scipher Medicine

Series C in 2021
Scipher Medicine Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in precision medicine for patients with autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. The company has developed a molecular technology platform that utilizes blood samples to analyze RNA and predict patient responses to drug therapies. Its primary offerings include PrismDx tests, which identify patients who may not respond to certain medications, ensuring they can be prescribed alternative treatments. Notably, the PrismRA test assesses patients with rheumatoid arthritis to determine their likelihood of responding to anti-TNF therapies, while PrismUC serves a similar purpose for patients with ulcerative colitis. By focusing on the underlying disease biology rather than just symptoms, Scipher Medicine aims to optimize treatment from the outset, potentially reducing the healthcare costs associated with ineffective therapies. Established in 2013 and rebranded in 2015, Scipher Medicine is committed to transforming drug prescription practices and advancing drug development through its innovative approach.

Hydrow

Series C in 2021
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

Tundra

Series B in 2021
Tundra Inc. is an online marketplace based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the buying and selling of wholesale products for businesses. Established in 2017, Tundra offers a platform where independent retailers can access over two million ready-to-ship wholesale items from both established and emerging brands. The company operates on a zero-commission model, allowing brands to present their complete catalogs at wholesale prices with low minimum order requirements. Tundra's proprietary technology streamlines the wholesale process, automating various tasks to save time and reduce costs for both buyers and suppliers. The marketplace serves a community of over 30,000 retailers, providing a wide range of products across popular categories such as kids, home, food, beauty, apparel, and general merchandise. In addition to its San Francisco headquarters, Tundra has offices in Boston and Zurich.

Burrow

Series C in 2021
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs, manufactures, and supplies luxury furniture for residential use. Founded in 2016, Burrow specializes in creating easy-to-move and customizable seating options such as sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. The furniture is crafted from sustainably-sourced hardwood and features non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. Burrow aims to provide customers with comfortable and stylish furnishing alternatives while avoiding traditional retail markups. The company operates showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, and also sells its products online. Additionally, Burrow has a manufacturing facility located in Mexico City, Mexico.

Beam Organics

Series A in 2021
Beam Organics Inc is a wellness brand that specializes in the manufacture of cannabidiol-infused products designed to enhance athletic recovery, promote overall wellness, and facilitate restful sleep. Founded in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a diverse range of THC-free CBD products, including tinctures, salves, and oil droppers. Beam Organics focuses on delivering innovative solutions to consumers seeking natural alternatives for health and recovery.

The Routing Company

Seed Round in 2020
The Routing Company, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in developing advanced driver and rider applications for real-time shared ride routing. The company's core business involves providing private fleet management solutions, demand-responsive transit systems, analytics dashboards, and transit & paratransit services. Its flagship product, the Pingo™ app, facilitates on-demand or advance trip requests across various modes of operation, including on-demand, flex, fixed, and paratransit. The Routing Company partners with cities worldwide to enhance public transit efficiency, equity, accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability through its proprietary artificial intelligence-driven platform.

Zapata Computing

Series B in 2020
Zapata Computing, Inc. is a quantum software company that specializes in developing innovative computing solutions tailored for industrial and commercial applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Toronto, the company emerged from Harvard University and is driven by a team of scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. Zapata offers Orquestra, a software platform that enables the composition of quantum workflows using a YAML-compatible language, facilitating tasks across both quantum and classical hardware. Its solutions are hardware-agnostic and cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, logistics, energy, and more. Equipped to address complex challenges, Zapata Computing focuses on simulation, optimization, and machine learning, helping enterprise organizations harness the power of quantum technology to enhance their operations.

FreightFlows

Venture Round in 2020
FreightFlows, Inc. is a maritime market intelligence company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing predictive analytics for global trade, catering to traders, shippers, owners, and brokers. The company's platform enables users to source, synthesize, and analyze real-time market data, which helps optimize operational decision-making and manage risks. FreightFlows offers insights into market, port, and fleet activity trends, including vessel availability, routes, and estimated arrival times. Additionally, it enhances visibility into commodity cargoes and trade activities while providing market analysis services that assist clients in trading futures, reducing commercial risk, and hedging against freight rate volatility.

Perch

Venture Round in 2020
Perch is a technology-driven commerce company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in acquiring and operating successful Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) businesses. The company focuses on products with a proven track record of strong customer reviews and consistently ranks among the top three in their respective categories on Amazon. Its portfolio includes a diverse range of brands, such as those producing exfoliating brushes, slime-making kits, leggings, and reusable straws. Perch utilizes its platform for sales analytics, pricing, advertising, marketing strategies, and inventory management to optimize the performance of its acquired businesses. Founded in 2019, Perch leverages data and technology to enhance its operations and drive growth in the e-commerce space.

Grata

Seed Round in 2020
Grata Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing Software-as-a-Service solutions to enhance the B2B research process. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Boston, Grata operates a sophisticated search engine designed to assist private equity, sales, and marketing teams in identifying and targeting private companies. The platform employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate personalized outreach, detect strategic indicators, and conduct market analysis. It also offers tools for voice of customer diligence, providing insights from online reviews to support business development professionals in sourcing deals and executing targeted campaigns. Grata's solutions enable users to streamline their research efforts and make informed, data-driven decisions.

Small Door

Seed Round in 2020
Small Door, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, New York, specializes in providing elevated, customer-centric veterinary services with a focus on hospitality. The company aims to enhance the lives of pets and their owners by offering superior care, unmatched transparency, and tech-enabled convenience. Small Door operates 13 veterinary practices across New York City, Boston, and Washington DC, having conducted tens of thousands of member consultations.

Generate Biomedicines

Venture Round in 2020
Generate Biomedicines, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapeutics through its pioneering platform in Generative Biology. Established in 2018, the company utilizes machine learning to analyze existing proteins, enabling it to understand the principles governing the relationship between genetic sequences and protein structure. This approach facilitates the invention of novel antibodies, peptides, enzymes, receptors, and other protein-based therapeutics optimized for specific biological functions. By harnessing its advanced technology, Generate Biomedicines aims to accelerate drug discovery by generating new biological molecules with significant therapeutic potential. Originally known as Generate Biologics, the company adopted its current name in March 2020 to reflect its expanded focus on biomedicine.

Zapata Computing

Venture Round in 2020
Zapata Computing, Inc. is a quantum software company that specializes in developing innovative computing solutions tailored for industrial and commercial applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Toronto, the company emerged from Harvard University and is driven by a team of scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. Zapata offers Orquestra, a software platform that enables the composition of quantum workflows using a YAML-compatible language, facilitating tasks across both quantum and classical hardware. Its solutions are hardware-agnostic and cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, logistics, energy, and more. Equipped to address complex challenges, Zapata Computing focuses on simulation, optimization, and machine learning, helping enterprise organizations harness the power of quantum technology to enhance their operations.

Brio

Seed Round in 2020
Brio Systems, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in COVID-19 testing solutions for workplaces. Its comprehensive platform offers on-site PCR and antibody testing, logistical support, medical oversight, and digital results communication within three days. Brio connects labs and medical suppliers with employers, serving industries such as manufacturing and food processing. The company's turnkey solution includes laboratory testing, collection kit fulfillment, test requisitioning, medical supervision, and digital reporting, supporting up to 50,000 tests daily. Brio's platform ensures data security through SMS authentication, enabling employers to make informed, data-driven decisions to protect their workforce.

Hydrow

Venture Round in 2020
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

Wasabi

Series B in 2020
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Brio

Venture Round in 2020
Brio Systems, Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in COVID-19 testing solutions for workplaces. Its comprehensive platform offers on-site PCR and antibody testing, logistical support, medical oversight, and digital results communication within three days. Brio connects labs and medical suppliers with employers, serving industries such as manufacturing and food processing. The company's turnkey solution includes laboratory testing, collection kit fulfillment, test requisitioning, medical supervision, and digital reporting, supporting up to 50,000 tests daily. Brio's platform ensures data security through SMS authentication, enabling employers to make informed, data-driven decisions to protect their workforce.

Boston Geospatial

Seed Round in 2020
Boston Geospatial is a developer of a geospatial data platform that specializes in providing ready-to-use insights for operators and risk managers within critical infrastructure sectors. The company's platform facilitates access to satellite data from various providers, offering a searchable and comparable database that can be analyzed in multiple ways. This functionality empowers stakeholders to obtain valuable geospatial insights, aiding in informed decision-making and risk management.

Emulate

Series D in 2020
Emulate, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in organs-on-chips technology that emulates human biology to enhance the understanding of diseases, medicines, chemicals, and food impacts on human health. The company develops organ-chips that replicate normal organ functions as well as various disease states, primarily targeting the lung, intestine, liver, and skin. Emulate's innovative human emulation system provides researchers with advanced in vitro models that offer more precise and detailed predictions of human responses compared to traditional experimental methods, such as cell culture or animal testing. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, consumer health, cosmetics, chemicals, food, agrochemicals, government agencies, and academic research. Founded in 2013 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Emulate was previously known as Emulate Living MicroDevices, Inc. before rebranding in July 2014.

Emulate

Debt Financing in 2020
Emulate, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in organs-on-chips technology that emulates human biology to enhance the understanding of diseases, medicines, chemicals, and food impacts on human health. The company develops organ-chips that replicate normal organ functions as well as various disease states, primarily targeting the lung, intestine, liver, and skin. Emulate's innovative human emulation system provides researchers with advanced in vitro models that offer more precise and detailed predictions of human responses compared to traditional experimental methods, such as cell culture or animal testing. The company serves a diverse range of markets, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, consumer health, cosmetics, chemicals, food, agrochemicals, government agencies, and academic research. Founded in 2013 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Emulate was previously known as Emulate Living MicroDevices, Inc. before rebranding in July 2014.

Dexai Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Dexai Robotics, Inc. is a company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, focused on designing and developing artificial intelligence-driven robotics for the automation of commercial kitchens and the broader food industry. Founded in 2018, Dexai specializes in creating customized robots that simplify operations in quick-serve restaurants and other food service environments. The company's robots leverage advanced technologies such as machine vision and machine learning to automate food assembly tasks. This includes the precise use of utensils to scoop or pick ingredients, allowing for the preparation of salads and other dishes without altering recipes. By streamlining these processes, Dexai Robotics enables restaurant businesses to operate more efficiently in their daily activities.

NeighborSchools

Seed Round in 2019
NeighborSchools, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a platform connecting childcare providers with families seeking care solutions. Founded in 2018, the platform allows educators to manage their own licensed family childcare programs while empowering them to operate as independent micro-entrepreneurs. By facilitating in-home childcare options, NeighborSchools enables caregivers to earn more while providing personalized attention to small groups of children. Families benefit from the ability to research, enroll, and pay tuition directly through the platform, significantly reducing childcare costs. The company emphasizes individualized care, smaller child-to-caregiver ratios, and a creative curriculum designed to foster child development.

Olaris

Venture Round in 2019
Olaris is a biotechnology company focused on transforming disease diagnosis and treatment through its innovative CEREBRO platform, which integrates metabolomics and machine learning. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, Olaris aims to enhance precision medicine by utilizing the body’s natural communication systems to identify biomarkers essential for treatment responsiveness. Through its myOLARIS™ precision diagnostics pipeline, the company collaborates with healthcare providers to tailor therapeutic approaches, thereby optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing adverse effects. Olaris is dedicated to advancing personalized healthcare solutions that improve the efficacy of medical interventions.

Zippity

Seed Round in 2019
Zippity LLC is an onsite service experience platform specializing in the automotive industry, offering convenient car maintenance and repair services at home or in the workplace. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Zippity provides a digital operating system tailored for the mobile automotive sector. The company's services include quick deploy side enclosure, vehicle lifting, oil change procedures, and real-time repairs for various needs such as tires, brakes, and detailing. Customers can easily schedule appointments through an online platform, allowing mechanics to arrive at their chosen location, thus reducing the hassles associated with car ownership and enhancing the overall customer experience. Zippity aims to streamline automotive care through innovative and accessible service solutions.

E25Bio

Seed Round in 2019
E25Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2018, that focuses on developing rapid diagnostic tests for epidemic fever viruses. The company designs paper-based diagnostic systems and kits that facilitate the detection of viruses such as dengue, chikungunya, and Zika. E25Bio's innovative platform enables multiplexed testing that quickly identifies viral antigens during infections, allowing for real-time data reporting through a mobile application. This capability supports epidemiologic predictions and disease mapping, empowering governments and health organizations to respond effectively to outbreaks and manage public health crises. Through its commitment to fast, mobile testing solutions, E25Bio aims to prevent severe health outcomes associated with viral epidemics.

Burrow

Series B in 2019
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs, manufactures, and supplies luxury furniture for residential use. Founded in 2016, Burrow specializes in creating easy-to-move and customizable seating options such as sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. The furniture is crafted from sustainably-sourced hardwood and features non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. Burrow aims to provide customers with comfortable and stylish furnishing alternatives while avoiding traditional retail markups. The company operates showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, and also sells its products online. Additionally, Burrow has a manufacturing facility located in Mexico City, Mexico.

Panorama Education

Venture Round in 2019
Panorama Education, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on K-12 education. Founded in 2012, the company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables school districts, charter networks, and state governments to conduct comprehensive surveys of students, parents, teachers, and staff. Through its research-based surveys, Panorama collects valuable feedback on various aspects of the educational environment, including teacher performance and school climate. The platform generates detailed reports that allow educators and administrators to analyze results across different demographics. Additionally, Panorama offers implementation consultation, technical assistance, and training to enhance the effectiveness of its services. By leveraging stakeholder feedback, the company aims to support professional development and improve student outcomes in schools.

Tundra

Series A in 2019
Tundra Inc. is an online marketplace based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the buying and selling of wholesale products for businesses. Established in 2017, Tundra offers a platform where independent retailers can access over two million ready-to-ship wholesale items from both established and emerging brands. The company operates on a zero-commission model, allowing brands to present their complete catalogs at wholesale prices with low minimum order requirements. Tundra's proprietary technology streamlines the wholesale process, automating various tasks to save time and reduce costs for both buyers and suppliers. The marketplace serves a community of over 30,000 retailers, providing a wide range of products across popular categories such as kids, home, food, beauty, apparel, and general merchandise. In addition to its San Francisco headquarters, Tundra has offices in Boston and Zurich.

Alyce

Series A in 2019
Alyce, Inc. is an AI-powered platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in personalized gifting for sales and marketing. Founded in 2015, the company redefines direct mail and promotional gifting through its scalable and sustainable approach to account-based marketing. Alyce's platform leverages social data to recommend ideal gifts, simplifying the process of sending personalized gifts to clients and prospects. It handles everything from order and shipping to reporting, facilitating one-to-one gifting and large-scale campaigns. This innovative platform aims to foster genuine relationships in the B2B space, providing measurable outcomes that significantly enhance account engagement and sales pipeline performance compared to traditional methods.

Hydrow

Series A in 2019
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

Scipher Medicine

Series B in 2019
Scipher Medicine Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in precision medicine for patients with autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. The company has developed a molecular technology platform that utilizes blood samples to analyze RNA and predict patient responses to drug therapies. Its primary offerings include PrismDx tests, which identify patients who may not respond to certain medications, ensuring they can be prescribed alternative treatments. Notably, the PrismRA test assesses patients with rheumatoid arthritis to determine their likelihood of responding to anti-TNF therapies, while PrismUC serves a similar purpose for patients with ulcerative colitis. By focusing on the underlying disease biology rather than just symptoms, Scipher Medicine aims to optimize treatment from the outset, potentially reducing the healthcare costs associated with ineffective therapies. Established in 2013 and rebranded in 2015, Scipher Medicine is committed to transforming drug prescription practices and advancing drug development through its innovative approach.

Jebbit

Series B in 2019
Jebbit, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in providing interactive mobile solutions for marketers and digital sales teams. Founded in 2011, Jebbit operates a declared data platform that allows brands to create personalized mobile experiences aimed at capturing essential consumer data. By enabling the development of engaging content such as quizzes, lookbooks, and virtual tours, Jebbit helps enterprises gather insights into consumer intentions, motivations, and preferences, moving away from reliance on inaccurate third-party data. The company serves various industries, including travel, e-commerce, and sports, with notable clients like Cathay Pacific Airways and LifeLock. Jebbit's innovative approach to mobile marketing has earned it recognition, including being named one of the Top 25 Most Promising Companies by CNBC and receiving accolades for its tech culture.

Optimus Ride

Venture Round in 2019
Optimus Ride is a self-driving vehicle company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing technologies that promote efficient, sustainable, and equitable mobility systems. As a spinoff from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company leverages over 30 years of interdisciplinary research in self-driving technologies, electric vehicles, and Mobility-on-Demand Systems. Optimus Ride specializes in creating self-driving technology systems tailored for geofenced environments, utilizing innovations in complex sensor fusion, mapping, computer vision, and machine learning. The company's expertise is further enhanced by a team with extensive industrial and entrepreneurial experience in manufacturing robots, urban design, and shared vehicle fleet management, allowing it to offer versatile transportation solutions that range from commercial vessel operations to transit options.

Dough

Venture Round in 2019
Dough, Inc. is a membership community and platform dedicated to promoting products made by women. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Dough offers a diverse range of items including accessories, apparel, beauty products, books, food and beverages, health and wellness products, and home furnishings. The company aims to increase awareness and purchasing power for women-owned businesses, striving to create economic equality and foster an inclusive movement that represents all female entrepreneurs. Dough's mission emphasizes the importance of equal representation for women in leadership roles across various sectors, including corporate environments.

Cumulus Digital Systems

Seed Round in 2018
Cumulus Digital Systems, Inc. is a startup based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing a cloud-hosted software platform aimed at enhancing maintenance and construction workflows. The company's primary offering is the Smart Torque System, which leverages Internet of Tools technology to gather data from digitally-enabled tools. This platform serves as a centralized source for real-time quality assurance and progress tracking, facilitating improved management of industrial facilities. By structuring data collected during operations, Cumulus enables businesses to achieve significant improvements in productivity and work processes, thereby making industrial environments safer and more efficient. Cumulus Digital Systems was incorporated in 2018.

PharmaCCX

Seed Round in 2018
PharmaCCX is a healthcare technology company established in 2017, headquartered in Boston with additional offices in Stockholm, San Mateo, and Zug. It operates a platform that facilitates pricing negotiations and procurement processes between oncology pharmaceutical companies and healthcare payers, aiming to accelerate patient access to necessary medicines. The platform offers a configurable infrastructure for planning, negotiating, and managing deals, enabling market access teams at pharma companies and payers to efficiently administer innovative payment models.

Mitra Biotech

Series C in 2018
Mitra Biotech, established in 2010, is a biotechnology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, with a laboratory office in Bengaluru, India. It specializes in personalized cancer treatment, offering a novel functional assay called CANScript. This assay replicates a patient's tumor microenvironment, measures multiple parameters, and converts them into a single score predicting clinical response to selected therapies. Mitra Biotech's technology aids biopharma companies in drug discovery and development, expanding access to personalized medicine and enhancing cancer treatment selection.

Getaway

Series A in 2018
Getaway is a wellness hospitality company specializing in cabin rentals located in tranquil natural settings. The company offers beautifully designed tiny houses nestled in the woods, encouraging guests to disconnect from technology by using provided lockboxes for their cell phones. This approach fosters an environment conducive to genuine conversation and appreciation of nature. Getaway's mission is to create a lasting impact on guests, inspiring them to return for more experiences that help them reconnect with themselves and what truly matters. The company provides the essentials for a comfortable stay, allowing guests to define their own experiences. Getaway's outposts are strategically located within a two-hour drive from major metropolitan cities, making it convenient for city-dwellers to escape urban life and unwind in nature. Currently, Getaway operates three outposts near New York, Boston, and Washington, DC.

Apprentice Health

Seed Round in 2018
Apprentice Health is a predictive analytics firm focused on enhancing the efficiency of healthcare systems by providing targeted interventions. Founded by Rajiv Sivendran and Artur Menzeleev and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company develops a comprehensive operations platform aimed at increasing patient access, improving the patient experience, and reducing clinical staff burnout. By analyzing current workflows, Apprentice Health identifies inefficiencies and offers actionable recommendations to optimize scheduling, staffing, and facility utilization. This approach not only aims to elevate patient and staff satisfaction but also to lower operational costs, ultimately enabling healthcare providers to serve more patients effectively.

Humatics

Series B in 2018
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.

Akselos

Venture Round in 2018
Akselos S.A., founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in advanced engineering simulation software, specifically its Integra platform. This cloud-based solution allows engineering firms to create high-resolution digital twins of large-scale operational assets, enabling detailed analysis of structural integrity and hydrodynamic performance. Akselos's technology is particularly beneficial for asset-centric industries such as upstream oil and gas and offshore wind, where real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance are critical. The platform's patented algorithms provide simulations that are significantly faster than traditional methods, allowing for efficient design and management of critical infrastructure. Akselos also operates a subsidiary in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and maintains a representative office in Vietnam, underscoring its global presence in providing innovative simulation solutions.

Wasabi

Series B in 2018
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Algorand Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Algorand Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in blockchain technology. It operates a decentralized digital currency and transactions platform, offering features such as Algorand Standard Asset, Atomic Transfers, and Algorand Smart Contracts at the Layer-1 level. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to blockchain scalability, enabling rapid and efficient user consensus, even for small transactions, regardless of transaction volume or user base. This results in low-cost, near-instant blockchain transactions. Additionally, Algorand Technologies develops and maintains decentralized finance (DeFi) applications and digital identity solutions.

Tamr

Series B in 2018
Tamr, Inc. is an enterprise data unification company that specializes in developing solutions for data integration and management. Founded in 2013 by industry veterans, the company offers a platform that combines machine learning with human insight to effectively identify and connect diverse internal and external data sources. This technology allows organizations to curate siloed data at scale, generating valuable insights for various business applications. Tamr's offerings include enterprise data preparation software, clinical data conversion, procurement optimization, and customer data integration, catering to industries such as financial services, life sciences, government, and telecommunications. With its headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Tamr also maintains offices in major U.S. cities and London, reflecting its commitment to delivering innovative data solutions to a broad range of clients.

Peach

Series B in 2018
Peach is a Seattle-based company founded in 2014 that partners with local restaurants to provide curated lunch services for businesses in major metropolitan areas, including Seattle, Boston, and Phoenix. The company aims to enhance employee productivity by delivering wholesome and fulfilling lunch options directly to workplaces. Through its mobile application, Peach offers a convenient platform for companies to access daily menus from partnered restaurants and place orders either individually or in groups. This service not only streamlines the lunch experience for employees but also enables businesses to implement subsidized meal programs, promoting a supportive work environment. In recognition of its innovative approach, Peach was awarded the Geekwire Top 200 Pacific Northwest Start-Ups in 2015.

Peach

Venture Round in 2018
Peach is a contemporary fashion brand that specializes in creating premium, athletic-inspired clothing and accessories for women. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company aims to elevate women's everyday lives through its versatile products suitable for the gym, work, and leisure. Peach operates through a network of stylists who provide a personalized shopping experience, enhancing customer engagement. The brand also focuses on offering seasonal collections and on-trend accessories, facilitating women in finding suitable attire for various occasions. With a mission to empower women both personally and professionally, Peach positions itself as a positive force in the lifestyle market.

Zippity

Seed Round in 2018
Zippity LLC is an onsite service experience platform specializing in the automotive industry, offering convenient car maintenance and repair services at home or in the workplace. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Zippity provides a digital operating system tailored for the mobile automotive sector. The company's services include quick deploy side enclosure, vehicle lifting, oil change procedures, and real-time repairs for various needs such as tires, brakes, and detailing. Customers can easily schedule appointments through an online platform, allowing mechanics to arrive at their chosen location, thus reducing the hassles associated with car ownership and enhancing the overall customer experience. Zippity aims to streamline automotive care through innovative and accessible service solutions.

FØCAL

Venture Round in 2018
FØCAL, LLC is a company that specializes in web-based image analytics and automation solutions for developing computer vision systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, FØCAL's offerings include advanced computer vision algorithms designed to enhance workflows across various sectors, including medical diagnostics, life sciences, security, and manufacturing quality control. The company emerged from DARPA-funded research and has collaborated with leading organizations, leveraging expertise from institutions like MIT and Boston University. FØCAL's solutions serve as a foundational framework for computer vision applications in the cloud, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Skedaddle

Venture Round in 2018
Skedaddle, Inc. is a transportation company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in crowdsourced transportation services across the United States. Founded in 2013, Skedaddle offers a range of buses accommodating 12 to 55 passengers, catering to both organizations and individuals. The company aims to enhance mobility by providing a flexible mass transportation network that enables affordable and direct travel beyond urban limits. By leveraging crowdsourced demand for routes, Skedaddle simplifies the process of organizing and paying for bus trips, ensuring a comfortable and efficient travel experience for its users.

Adjoint

Series A in 2018
Adjoint, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in blockchain technology-based software solutions tailored for the financial industry. Founded in 2016, Adjoint develops several software suites, including Adjoint Uplink and Adjoint X Suite. Adjoint Uplink streamlines multi-party transaction workflows, transforming them into secure digital processes between various organizations. Meanwhile, Adjoint X Suite supports the deployment and management of these workflows, alongside enabling the creation of smart contracts through specialized languages such as Financial Core Language (FCL) and Financial Workflow Language (FWL). The company’s offerings are designed to enhance efficiency, security, and compliance in financial operations across sectors including treasury management, banking, insurance, commodities, and energy trading. Adjoint emphasizes reducing costs and mitigating risks for enterprises through its innovative technology, which leverages advanced research in cryptography and formal verification.

Manus Bio

Series A in 2017
Manus Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in recreating plant processes in microorganisms to produce natural ingredients through advanced fermentation technology. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a combination of metabolic engineering, protein engineering, and systems biology to develop microbes capable of generating a variety of plant-based ingredients. These ingredients have diverse applications, including flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, cosmetics, vitamins, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural chemicals. Manus Bio operates manufacturing facilities in Cambridge and Augusta, Georgia, and has established a strategic partnership with BBGI Public Company Limited. The company was previously known as Manus Biosynthesis, Inc. before changing its name in June 2018.

Horsepower Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Horsepower Technologies Inc. is an animal healthcare company specializing in the manufacture of rehabilitative orthotics for horses. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, the company develops innovative products designed to facilitate the safe recovery of injured horses. Its flagship product, FastTrack, features protective padding for shock absorption and durability, a hard shell cuff for musculoskeletal support, and a mechanism to limit the extension of the fetlock joint. The technology aids in redirecting weight-bearing forces away from healing tendons and ligaments, allowing horses to resume moderate exercise safely and effectively. Horsepower Technologies sells its products online, aiming to enhance recovery outcomes for horses experiencing lameness.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2017
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Humatics

Series A in 2017
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.

Wasabi

Series B in 2017
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Manus Bio

Venture Round in 2017
Manus Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in recreating plant processes in microorganisms to produce natural ingredients through advanced fermentation technology. Founded in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a combination of metabolic engineering, protein engineering, and systems biology to develop microbes capable of generating a variety of plant-based ingredients. These ingredients have diverse applications, including flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, cosmetics, vitamins, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural chemicals. Manus Bio operates manufacturing facilities in Cambridge and Augusta, Georgia, and has established a strategic partnership with BBGI Public Company Limited. The company was previously known as Manus Biosynthesis, Inc. before changing its name in June 2018.

Respiratory Motion

Venture Round in 2017
Respiratory Motion, Inc. is a medical device company headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in respiratory monitoring systems. Established in 2011, the company focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative devices designed to monitor respiratory variation and vital respiratory parameters. Its flagship product, ExSpiron, is a point-of-care device that non-invasively measures minute ventilation, tidal volume, and respiratory rate, providing physicians with critical data to enhance patient safety and outcomes. Respiratory Motion's technology enables continuous monitoring across diverse patient populations and clinical environments, offering early warnings of potential respiratory collapse. The company's systems have received FDA clearance, underscoring their commitment to advancing respiratory health care.

SimpliSafe

Secondary Market in 2017
SimpliSafe, Inc., founded in 2006 by Chad and Eleanor Laurans, is a Boston-based company that designs and sells wireless home security systems. It offers a range of products including sensors, security cameras, alarm systems, and monitoring services for residential and commercial properties. SimpliSafe's systems are known for being easy to install and cost-effective, providing features such as cellular connections, SMS text and email alerts, smash-proof protection, power outage protection, smoke and fire detection, and wireless sensors. The company provides 24/7 professional monitoring without long-term contracts and offers daily customer service support. SimpliSafe's products are sold online and through various retail stores.

Akselos

Venture Round in 2017
Akselos S.A., founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in advanced engineering simulation software, specifically its Integra platform. This cloud-based solution allows engineering firms to create high-resolution digital twins of large-scale operational assets, enabling detailed analysis of structural integrity and hydrodynamic performance. Akselos's technology is particularly beneficial for asset-centric industries such as upstream oil and gas and offshore wind, where real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance are critical. The platform's patented algorithms provide simulations that are significantly faster than traditional methods, allowing for efficient design and management of critical infrastructure. Akselos also operates a subsidiary in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and maintains a representative office in Vietnam, underscoring its global presence in providing innovative simulation solutions.

Wasabi

Series A in 2017
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Ready4

Venture Round in 2017
Ready4, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in mobile study applications designed to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and MCAT. Founded in 2012, Ready4 aims to transform the educational experience by offering a comprehensive suite of tools that includes admissions consulting, school research, application planning, and scholarship resources accessible through its mobile platform. The company also features a tutor marketplace that connects students with qualified educators, enhancing their learning experience. With over 1 million downloads across more than 195 countries, Ready4 has established itself as a significant player in the educational technology sector, enabling students to be well-prepared for university admissions while also allowing universities to engage with potential candidates globally.

Getaway

Funding Round in 2017
Getaway is a wellness hospitality company specializing in cabin rentals located in tranquil natural settings. The company offers beautifully designed tiny houses nestled in the woods, encouraging guests to disconnect from technology by using provided lockboxes for their cell phones. This approach fosters an environment conducive to genuine conversation and appreciation of nature. Getaway's mission is to create a lasting impact on guests, inspiring them to return for more experiences that help them reconnect with themselves and what truly matters. The company provides the essentials for a comfortable stay, allowing guests to define their own experiences. Getaway's outposts are strategically located within a two-hour drive from major metropolitan cities, making it convenient for city-dwellers to escape urban life and unwind in nature. Currently, Getaway operates three outposts near New York, Boston, and Washington, DC.

Ready4

Seed Round in 2017
Ready4, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in mobile study applications designed to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT, PSAT, and MCAT. Founded in 2012, Ready4 aims to transform the educational experience by offering a comprehensive suite of tools that includes admissions consulting, school research, application planning, and scholarship resources accessible through its mobile platform. The company also features a tutor marketplace that connects students with qualified educators, enhancing their learning experience. With over 1 million downloads across more than 195 countries, Ready4 has established itself as a significant player in the educational technology sector, enabling students to be well-prepared for university admissions while also allowing universities to engage with potential candidates globally.

DataXu

Venture Round in 2017
dataxu, inc. is a marketing analytics software company that provides solutions for brand marketers and agencies globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products including TouchPoint, a demand side platform for multi-channel marketing; OneView, which helps marketers build a comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior; and the Marketing Intelligence Center, a dashboard that consolidates data and performance metrics. Other offerings include ClearSight, an analytics platform for customer insights, and TotalTV, which facilitates audience-based targeting across various TV formats. dataxu also produces insights through white papers and reports, and provides training and managed services for its platform users. The company serves diverse industries such as automotive, financial services, and consumer packaged goods. As a subsidiary of Roku, Inc., dataxu continues to focus on enhancing marketing effectiveness through data-driven strategies.

Zagster

Series B in 2017
Zagster Inc. is a provider of bike-sharing programs, specializing in the design, construction, and operation of both private and public-private bike-sharing systems in North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company partners with property managers, universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and small cities to offer bike-sharing solutions tailored to the needs of tenants, employees, guests, and residents. Zagster's comprehensive offerings include a mobile application that facilitates the unlocking, riding, and returning of bikes, as well as a micro-mobility operations platform for e-mobility providers. Additionally, the company provides maintenance and rider support services, ensuring a seamless experience for users.

Vestmark

Private Equity Round in 2016
Vestmark, headquartered in Wakefield, MA, is a prominent technology platform provider specializing in wealth management and investment advisory solutions since its establishment in 2001. The company focuses on developing software that simplifies investment management processes, enabling broker-dealers, asset managers, bank trusts, and advisors to efficiently propose and enroll accounts, construct and manage portfolios, and monitor investable assets. By utilizing a Software as a Service (SaaS) deployment model, Vestmark supports its clients in managing over 1 million accounts, which collectively represent more than $250 billion in assets under management. Through its innovative technologies, Vestmark aims to enhance the advisory solutions industry and foster its growth while providing a rewarding work environment.

EnergySavvy

Series D in 2016
EnergySavvy, Inc. is a cloud software company that specializes in providing utility solutions aimed at enhancing customer intelligence, engagement, and action. Founded in 2008 and based in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Boulder, Denver, and Cambridge, EnergySavvy offers a cloud-based home energy platform and various software products designed to help consumers understand their energy consumption and reduce utility costs. The company's key offerings include Program Optix and Online Audit, alongside program management services tailored for utilities implementing energy efficiency initiatives. EnergySavvy also provides valuable information on home energy rebates, tax credits, incentives, and financing options. With nearly 40 utility clients and state programs utilizing its services, EnergySavvy focuses on transforming the customer experience and improving operational efficiency in the utilities sector, leveraging expertise in software, user experience, and analytics.

Compass Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody therapeutics for the treatment of solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary StitchMabs and common light-chain platforms to discover and create multispecific antibody combinations. Its lead product candidate, CTX-471, is an agonistic monoclonal antibody targeting CD137, currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials in patients with prior PD-1/PD-L1 checkpoint inhibitor treatment. Another significant candidate, CTX-009, is a bispecific antibody that inhibits DLL4-mediated Notch signaling and VEGF-A signaling, having completed a Phase 1 dose escalation study. Additionally, CTX-8371, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, is in the IND-enabling stage. Through its innovative approaches, Compass Therapeutics aims to enhance immune engagement and improve therapeutic outcomes for cancer patients.

Akselos

Venture Round in 2016
Akselos S.A., founded in 2011 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in advanced engineering simulation software, specifically its Integra platform. This cloud-based solution allows engineering firms to create high-resolution digital twins of large-scale operational assets, enabling detailed analysis of structural integrity and hydrodynamic performance. Akselos's technology is particularly beneficial for asset-centric industries such as upstream oil and gas and offshore wind, where real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance are critical. The platform's patented algorithms provide simulations that are significantly faster than traditional methods, allowing for efficient design and management of critical infrastructure. Akselos also operates a subsidiary in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and maintains a representative office in Vietnam, underscoring its global presence in providing innovative simulation solutions.

Wasabi

Venture Round in 2016
Wasabi Technologies, Inc. is a Boston-based company that offers a cloud storage platform tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud media workflows. Founded in 2016, Wasabi provides hot storage solutions that utilize an Amazon S3 compatible API, enabling organizations to store and access data quickly, with average time-to-first-byte speeds under 15 milliseconds. The company's platform is designed to be simple and affordable, allowing customers to access unlimited data without complex pricing tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Wasabi's services cater to various industries, including media and entertainment, education, scientific research, law enforcement, healthcare, and energy. The company has gained recognition for its rapid growth and innovative approach to cloud storage, serving tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

Kuvée

Venture Round in 2016
Kuvee is a Boston-based direct-to-consumer wine service founded in 2014 by Vijay Manwani, Geoffrey Lansberry, and Mike Tomovich. The company specializes in a unique, refillable wine case that features a Wi-Fi-enabled touchscreen wine bottle, designed to keep wine fresh for up to 30 days. Its patented valve system prevents oxygen from coming into contact with the wine, preserving its quality. Users can conveniently refill the wine bottle by ordering wine cartridges directly through the touchscreen interface, allowing for a seamless and modern wine experience delivered to their doorstep.

Sentenai

Seed Round in 2016
Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Clear Ballot

Venture Round in 2015
Clear Ballot Group, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in developing innovative election software and hardware products. Its flagship offering, ClearVote, is a comprehensive voting system designed to enhance the speed, accuracy, and transparency of the electoral process. The system utilizes browser-based software compatible with modern operating systems and commercially available scanning hardware, allowing election officials to efficiently manage their resources. Clear Ballot made its mark in the election industry with the introduction of the first independent, automated audit in 2012, followed by a complete voting system that has rapidly gained popularity across the United States. ClearVote is federally certified and utilized in several states, including Oregon, Washington, and Pennsylvania. Additionally, the company conducts statewide post-election audits in Maryland and Vermont, as well as in various counties in Florida and New York, reinforcing its commitment to improving election integrity.

Compass Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody therapeutics for the treatment of solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary StitchMabs and common light-chain platforms to discover and create multispecific antibody combinations. Its lead product candidate, CTX-471, is an agonistic monoclonal antibody targeting CD137, currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials in patients with prior PD-1/PD-L1 checkpoint inhibitor treatment. Another significant candidate, CTX-009, is a bispecific antibody that inhibits DLL4-mediated Notch signaling and VEGF-A signaling, having completed a Phase 1 dose escalation study. Additionally, CTX-8371, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, is in the IND-enabling stage. Through its innovative approaches, Compass Therapeutics aims to enhance immune engagement and improve therapeutic outcomes for cancer patients.

Clear Ballot

Seed Round in 2015
Clear Ballot Group, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in developing innovative election software and hardware products. Its flagship offering, ClearVote, is a comprehensive voting system designed to enhance the speed, accuracy, and transparency of the electoral process. The system utilizes browser-based software compatible with modern operating systems and commercially available scanning hardware, allowing election officials to efficiently manage their resources. Clear Ballot made its mark in the election industry with the introduction of the first independent, automated audit in 2012, followed by a complete voting system that has rapidly gained popularity across the United States. ClearVote is federally certified and utilized in several states, including Oregon, Washington, and Pennsylvania. Additionally, the company conducts statewide post-election audits in Maryland and Vermont, as well as in various counties in Florida and New York, reinforcing its commitment to improving election integrity.

ecoVent

Seed Round in 2014
Ecovent is a Boston-based company that specializes in providing an innovative wireless system for controlling room temperature in homes. Founded in 2013, it offers a solution to the inefficiencies of traditional heating and cooling systems, which typically rely on a single thermostat. Ecovent's technology includes wireless vents and sensors that allow users to achieve room-by-room temperature control, ensuring comfort while reducing energy waste. Homeowners can adjust the temperature, open or close vents, and access climate data through a mobile app, tablet, or web interface. This user-friendly system can be installed quickly and easily without the need for specialized tools or invasive construction, making it a practical choice for the over 200 million Americans with forced-air heating and cooling systems.
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