Armory Square Ventures

Armory Square Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and located in Skaneateles, New York, with additional operations in New York City. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in technology-related sectors, including healthcare tech, mobile tech, edtech, food and agriculture software, manufacturing automation software, energy software, fintech, adtech, digital marketing, software-as-a-service, and e-commerce. Armory Square Ventures often serves as the initial institutional investor for companies across New York State's major industries. The firm is actively involved in supporting its portfolio companies by assisting with senior talent recruitment, customer acquisition, co-investor engagement, and overall growth strategies.

Alfonso Aguila

Investor

Nicole Camarre

Senior Associate

Somak Chattopadhyay

Founder and Managing Partner

Preston DeGarmo

Associate

Jackson Feder

Investor

Anthony Santaro

Senior Associate

Pia Sawhney

Partner

19 past transactions

RealEats

Series A in 2021
RealEats is a food tech company specializing in premium meal prep delivery services that focus on providing healthy, convenient meals. The company emphasizes reducing food waste by offering chef-designed meals made from whole, unprocessed ingredients sourced responsibly, often from local farms in New York's Finger Lakes region. RealEats delivers these nutritionally rich meals directly to consumers in single portion sizes, using vacuum-packed packages to ensure freshness. By prioritizing quality and sustainability, RealEats aims to simplify the process of enjoying nutritious, homemade meals for its customers.

RealEats

Venture Round in 2020
RealEats is a food tech company specializing in premium meal prep delivery services that focus on providing healthy, convenient meals. The company emphasizes reducing food waste by offering chef-designed meals made from whole, unprocessed ingredients sourced responsibly, often from local farms in New York's Finger Lakes region. RealEats delivers these nutritionally rich meals directly to consumers in single portion sizes, using vacuum-packed packages to ensure freshness. By prioritizing quality and sustainability, RealEats aims to simplify the process of enjoying nutritious, homemade meals for its customers.

StorySlab

Venture Round in 2020
StorySlab, Inc. operates a sales enablement platform designed to enhance sales and marketing alignment. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company offers a mobile tablet selling system that allows users to share tailored sales presentations and marketing content. Its platform features custom-configured applications, a web content management system, and secure cloud storage, all with offline functionality. Key capabilities include built-in web conferencing, data reporting, and efficient file-sharing services, which optimize live customer interactions and centralize resources for easy access. StorySlab, formerly known as Modern Industrial Marketing, LLC, rebranded in February 2019 to better reflect its focus on providing innovative solutions for sales professionals.

Heretto

Seed Round in 2019
Heretto, formerly known as Jorsek, Inc., specializes in developing easyDITA, a software platform aimed at helping organizations publish and manage technical information effectively. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Rochester, New York, with an additional office in Cracow, Poland, the company provides solutions that include structured content authoring, collaborative reviews, single source content management, and multi-channel publishing. easyDITA is a DITA standards-based Component Content Management System (CCMS) that transforms content into flexible and manageable data, allowing organizations to leverage it across various functions such as documentation, customer support, marketing, and regulatory compliance. By streamlining the content creation and management process, Heretto enhances the way businesses utilize their information, making it more accessible and actionable for users.

Clerio Vision

Series D in 2019
Clerio Vision is a medical device company that specializes in the fields of refractive, laser, ophthalmic, medical device, contact lenses, and intraocular lenses. The company is in process of developing and commercializing a portfolio of next-generation products in contact lenses. Clerio Vision was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Rochester, New York.

ACV

Series D in 2018
ACV Auctions, Inc. is a wholesale automotive auction company that operates a mobile platform designed for used-car dealers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, ACV enables dealers to view, bid on, and purchase car inventory through online auctions. The platform facilitates dealer-to-dealer transactions by allowing users to select desired vehicles and receive alerts on their mobile devices when specific cars become available. Additionally, ACV provides a pricing application for franchise dealers and acts as a closing tool for wholesale buyers to bid on vehicles. This innovative marketplace streamlines the buying and selling process within the automotive industry.

SquareFoot

Series A in 2018
SquareFoot is a commercial real estate listing platform designed to assist companies in finding suitable office spaces. It caters to growing businesses that prioritize flexible lease options and a straightforward leasing process. By combining proprietary technology with an experienced brokerage team, SquareFoot modernizes the leasing experience, guiding clients through each step, from initial search and property tours to lease negotiations and contract signing. The platform connects prospective tenants with landlords and brokers, ensuring a tailored match based on specific needs. SquareFoot emphasizes transparency and responsiveness, ultimately facilitating a seamless journey for businesses seeking their next office.

ACV

Series C in 2018
ACV Auctions, Inc. is a wholesale automotive auction company that operates a mobile platform designed for used-car dealers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, ACV enables dealers to view, bid on, and purchase car inventory through online auctions. The platform facilitates dealer-to-dealer transactions by allowing users to select desired vehicles and receive alerts on their mobile devices when specific cars become available. Additionally, ACV provides a pricing application for franchise dealers and acts as a closing tool for wholesale buyers to bid on vehicles. This innovative marketplace streamlines the buying and selling process within the automotive industry.

Vizbee

Venture Round in 2018
Vizbee Inc. is a technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, New York. The company specializes in providing innovative solutions designed to enhance video streaming and content distribution across various platforms. By leveraging advanced technologies, Vizbee aims to improve user engagement and optimize the viewing experience for audiences. The company's offerings cater to media companies, advertisers, and content creators, enabling them to reach their target audiences more effectively and efficiently. Through its focus on delivering quality streaming experiences, Vizbee has positioned itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of digital media.

BentoBox

Series A in 2017
BentoBox CMS Inc. develops a mobile operations platform for restaurants to automate tasks, such as updating menus and social media, promoting private events, sharing press, and selling gift cards. The company’s solution offers search engine optimization, social media and newsletter sign-up, and one-click reservations. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.

ACV

Series B in 2017
ACV Auctions, Inc. is a wholesale automotive auction company that operates a mobile platform designed for used-car dealers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, ACV enables dealers to view, bid on, and purchase car inventory through online auctions. The platform facilitates dealer-to-dealer transactions by allowing users to select desired vehicles and receive alerts on their mobile devices when specific cars become available. Additionally, ACV provides a pricing application for franchise dealers and acts as a closing tool for wholesale buyers to bid on vehicles. This innovative marketplace streamlines the buying and selling process within the automotive industry.

SquareFoot

Venture Round in 2016
SquareFoot is a commercial real estate listing platform designed to assist companies in finding suitable office spaces. It caters to growing businesses that prioritize flexible lease options and a straightforward leasing process. By combining proprietary technology with an experienced brokerage team, SquareFoot modernizes the leasing experience, guiding clients through each step, from initial search and property tours to lease negotiations and contract signing. The platform connects prospective tenants with landlords and brokers, ensuring a tailored match based on specific needs. SquareFoot emphasizes transparency and responsiveness, ultimately facilitating a seamless journey for businesses seeking their next office.

ACV

Series A in 2016
ACV Auctions, Inc. is a wholesale automotive auction company that operates a mobile platform designed for used-car dealers. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Buffalo, New York, ACV enables dealers to view, bid on, and purchase car inventory through online auctions. The platform facilitates dealer-to-dealer transactions by allowing users to select desired vehicles and receive alerts on their mobile devices when specific cars become available. Additionally, ACV provides a pricing application for franchise dealers and acts as a closing tool for wholesale buyers to bid on vehicles. This innovative marketplace streamlines the buying and selling process within the automotive industry.

Good Uncle

Seed Round in 2016
Good Uncle is an on-demand food ordering and delivery service focused on college students. Founded in November 2015 by Matt Doumar and Wiley Cerilli, the company provides a mobile application that allows users to discover and order meals from a diverse menu prepared by local chefs. The menu is refreshed every six months, offering a variety of cuisines to cater to different tastes. Good Uncle's delivery service ensures that meals are delivered directly to college campuses, making it convenient for students to access quality food. The platform aims to deliver crave-worthy meals efficiently while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.

BentoBox

Seed Round in 2015
BentoBox CMS Inc. develops a mobile operations platform for restaurants to automate tasks, such as updating menus and social media, promoting private events, sharing press, and selling gift cards. The company’s solution offers search engine optimization, social media and newsletter sign-up, and one-click reservations. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.

Vengo

Series A in 2015
Vengo Labs LLC is a company that designs and manufactures interactive vending kiosks aimed at enhancing consumer engagement at the point of purchase. Founded in 2012 and based in Bethpage, New York, Vengo's innovative vending machines utilize touchscreen technology and interactive software to gamify the shopping experience while collecting valuable consumer behavior data. These kiosks enable brands, including Trident, Snapple, and Sour Patch Kids, to effectively re-engage consumers and achieve favorable financial returns, with a projected six-month payback on new units. Vengo has established strategic partnerships with prominent organizations such as Mondelez, Verizon, and CC Vending, facilitating a broad network for its products. The company combines digital media with traditional vending, creating a modern solution that benefits both businesses and consumers.

Clerio Vision

Series A in 2015
Clerio Vision is a medical device company that specializes in the fields of refractive, laser, ophthalmic, medical device, contact lenses, and intraocular lenses. The company is in process of developing and commercializing a portfolio of next-generation products in contact lenses. Clerio Vision was founded in 2014 and headquartered in Rochester, New York.

Agronomic Technology

Series A in 2014
Agronomic Technology Corp. operates a cloud-based recommendation platform known as Adapt-N, which provides precision nitrogen management solutions for farmers and agronomists. This platform delivers tailored nitrogen rate recommendations for corn fields by integrating various software models that account for soil variation, climate dynamics, and farm management practices. Adapt-N utilizes data on soil, crop management, and weather to assist farmers in making informed decisions regarding fertilizer, crop, and irrigation management. By anticipating nitrogen stress, the platform helps mitigate yield losses, minimize excess fertilizer use, and identify opportunities for yield enhancement. Agronomic Technology serves a diverse client base, including agricultural enterprises such as retailers and cooperatives, across multiple states in the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Agronomic Technology operates as a subsidiary of Yara International ASA.
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