Alumni Ventures

Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.

Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.

Ten Little, Inc. is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in manufacturing kids' shoes, including vegan options that promote healthy development and movement. Founded in 2019 by Fatma Collins and Julie Rogers, the company operates a predictive e-commerce platform designed to simplify the shopping experience for parents. This platform helps parents select the appropriate shoe sizes for their children and provides personalized reminders based on individual needs, including size, color, location, and season. By focusing on affordability and convenience, Ten Little aims to support parents in making healthy choices for their children throughout various stages of growth. The company's products are sold online.

Thousand Fell is a New York-based company that designs and produces sneakers for both men and women, focusing on sustainability and recyclability. The company's sneakers are crafted from twelve biodegradable or recyclable materials, including aloe vera, castor bean, coconut, sugar cane, palm leaf, and recycled water bottles. Thousand Fell aims to provide a viable alternative to conventional synthetic footwear, which often contributes to landfill waste. In addition to offering lace-up and slip-on styles, the company is developing subscription refurbishment kits to extend the lifespan of its products, promoting a "cobbler model" for direct-to-consumer sales. Furthermore, Thousand Fell is working on a digital closet platform to enhance transparency regarding product and material circularity, encouraging customers to return their sneakers for recycling once they are no longer in use.

Hillflint, Inc. is a New York-based company that manufactures and markets high-quality apparel for men and women, focusing on collegiate themes. Founded in 2014, the brand is known for offering a range of products including cardigans, sweatshirts, and custom knitwear, specifically designed for fans of over 100 universities and professional sports teams. Hillflint's products are available through a network of retailers in the United States and internationally, as well as through online sales. The company emphasizes heirloom-quality college apparel and is stocked in more than 90 retail locations, including prominent national retailers.