Birchmere Ventures is a venture capital investment firm founded in 1996 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm specializes in investing in companies within the software as a service (SaaS) and mobile sectors, focusing on identifying and nurturing startups that are often overlooked by other investors. Over its two decades of operation, Birchmere Ventures has contributed to the growth of numerous successful companies, helping them scale and achieve significant milestones. The firm is committed to uncovering hidden talent and potential across the United States, adhering to the belief that innovation can emerge from various regions, not just traditional coastal hubs.
Healthie Inc. operates an online practice management and telehealth platform tailored for dietitians and their patients. Founded in 2016 and based in Lewes, Delaware, Healthie provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes automated office management, patient records management, and virtual care solutions. The platform simplifies essential tasks such as scheduling, billing, and back-office operations, allowing nutrition professionals to enhance their connections with patients. Additionally, Healthie offers an integrated mobile application for patients to track health activities like food intake, workouts, and various health metrics, facilitating progress monitoring between appointments. The platform is designed to support next-generation digital health organizations, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and SOC-2 certification. Through its solutions, Healthie empowers healthcare providers to deliver holistic care across multiple specialties, including behavioral health and health coaching, while also providing a marketplace for business and clinical integrations.
Aspinity
Series B in 2023
Aspinity, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in manufacturing reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips designed for ultra-low-power electronics. These chips utilize neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology to analyze raw, unstructured analog sensor data, identifying significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By focusing on early cues, Aspinity's RAMP chips significantly reduce the need for higher power processing, optimizing power consumption in always-on, battery-operated sensing devices. This technology is applicable across various markets, including consumer, industrial, and biomedical sectors, enhancing functionalities such as voice activation, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health monitoring. Aspinity was incorporated in 2012 and aims to revolutionize the architecture of sensing devices through innovative power and data management solutions.
Eyelevel.ai
Funding Round in 2023
EyeLevel.ai is a developer of an analytics-driven platform that assists companies in building applications powered by large language models (LLMs) with high accuracy on their data. The platform is designed for chatbot owners and enables the delivery of promotional messages through digital assistants and applications. EyeLevel.ai helps businesses in various sectors, including customer service, e-commerce, legal technology, healthcare, travel, and education, by providing tools that facilitate the creation of hallucination-free applications. This approach allows companies to connect with new and existing customers through meaningful, interactive brand experiences, replacing traditional invasive advertising methods.
iRestify
Seed Round in 2022
iRestify Inc. is a Toronto-based company that provides cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance services to property managers across Canada. Founded in 2015, iRestify operates an enterprise-level facilities management platform designed to enhance productivity for property managers while improving tenant experiences. The platform connects customers with trusted service providers, streamlining communication and operations in the property management sector. By leveraging digital workflows, iRestify simplifies the management of cleaning services, enabling property managers to efficiently deliver high-quality service to their tenants.
Paper
Series C in 2021
Paper is a developer of an educational platform that aims to make personalized tutoring accessible to all students. The platform connects students with certified educators who provide assistance with questions and offer contextualized feedback, helping students identify and understand their mistakes in the learning process. In addition to tutoring, Paper also offers after-school enrichment and resources related to college and career readiness, supporting students throughout their academic journey. The platform allows for tutoring sessions to be recorded and analyzed, further enhancing the learning experience by enabling students to revisit and reflect on their progress.
Idelic
Series B in 2021
Idelic is a driver management platform founded in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It focuses on the transportation industry by consolidating fleet data systems and automating compliance processes to enhance driver safety. The platform integrates data from various technology sources into a unified system, allowing clients to gain predictive insights and effectively manage their safety operations. By leveraging data organization and artificial intelligence, Idelic aims to prevent crashes, reduce driver turnover, and lower insurance costs. The company's innovative approach helps identify at-risk drivers before incidents occur, contributing to a safer and more efficient fleet management experience.
Edu101
Series A in 2020
Edu101 develops mobile-first teaching and assessment tools aimed at enhancing the learning experience in college STEM courses. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, the company focuses on creating innovative applications that facilitate student engagement and comprehension. Its flagship app, Chem101, serves as an interactive tool for chemistry educators, allowing them to replace traditional clickers and effectively engage students during lessons. Chem101 includes features that enable students to draw and visualize complex concepts, such as Lewis structures, directly on their mobile devices. The platform not only supports in-class interaction but also allows instructors to assign homework and provide feedback on student performance, thereby reinforcing learning outside the classroom.
Paper
Funding Round in 2020
Paper is a developer of an educational platform that aims to make personalized tutoring accessible to all students. The platform connects students with certified educators who provide assistance with questions and offer contextualized feedback, helping students identify and understand their mistakes in the learning process. In addition to tutoring, Paper also offers after-school enrichment and resources related to college and career readiness, supporting students throughout their academic journey. The platform allows for tutoring sessions to be recorded and analyzed, further enhancing the learning experience by enabling students to revisit and reflect on their progress.
Aspinity
Series A in 2020
Aspinity, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in manufacturing reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips designed for ultra-low-power electronics. These chips utilize neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology to analyze raw, unstructured analog sensor data, identifying significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By focusing on early cues, Aspinity's RAMP chips significantly reduce the need for higher power processing, optimizing power consumption in always-on, battery-operated sensing devices. This technology is applicable across various markets, including consumer, industrial, and biomedical sectors, enhancing functionalities such as voice activation, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health monitoring. Aspinity was incorporated in 2012 and aims to revolutionize the architecture of sensing devices through innovative power and data management solutions.
iRestify
Seed Round in 2020
iRestify Inc. is a Toronto-based company that provides cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance services to property managers across Canada. Founded in 2015, iRestify operates an enterprise-level facilities management platform designed to enhance productivity for property managers while improving tenant experiences. The platform connects customers with trusted service providers, streamlining communication and operations in the property management sector. By leveraging digital workflows, iRestify simplifies the management of cleaning services, enabling property managers to efficiently deliver high-quality service to their tenants.
Sleeper
Series B in 2020
Sleeper is a sports platform focused on fantasy leagues and eSports, designed to foster community and connection among fans. The platform provides a space for users to engage in various fantasy sports, participate in online leagues, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. It offers real-time fantasy news, push notifications, and expert advice, enhancing the gaming experience. By facilitating interaction and camaraderie, Sleeper allows users to enjoy sporting events in a communal atmosphere, creating lasting memories while competing for cash prizes and connecting with others who share their interests.
Paper
Venture Round in 2020
Paper is a developer of an educational platform that aims to make personalized tutoring accessible to all students. The platform connects students with certified educators who provide assistance with questions and offer contextualized feedback, helping students identify and understand their mistakes in the learning process. In addition to tutoring, Paper also offers after-school enrichment and resources related to college and career readiness, supporting students throughout their academic journey. The platform allows for tutoring sessions to be recorded and analyzed, further enhancing the learning experience by enabling students to revisit and reflect on their progress.
Idelic
Series A in 2019
Idelic is a driver management platform founded in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It focuses on the transportation industry by consolidating fleet data systems and automating compliance processes to enhance driver safety. The platform integrates data from various technology sources into a unified system, allowing clients to gain predictive insights and effectively manage their safety operations. By leveraging data organization and artificial intelligence, Idelic aims to prevent crashes, reduce driver turnover, and lower insurance costs. The company's innovative approach helps identify at-risk drivers before incidents occur, contributing to a safer and more efficient fleet management experience.
Ikos
Venture Round in 2019
Ikos Holdings Co. operates an online platform that connects landlords and renters, streamlining the rental experience for both parties. Founded in 2017 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a flexible on-demand leasing service for investors while utilizing data analysis to guide client investments. By simplifying the rental process, Ikos helps landlords and renters make informed decisions, fostering transparency and adaptability in their interactions. The platform aims to enhance the way individuals engage with rental properties, ultimately benefiting the real estate market.
Eyelevel.ai
Seed Round in 2019
EyeLevel.ai is a developer of an analytics-driven platform that assists companies in building applications powered by large language models (LLMs) with high accuracy on their data. The platform is designed for chatbot owners and enables the delivery of promotional messages through digital assistants and applications. EyeLevel.ai helps businesses in various sectors, including customer service, e-commerce, legal technology, healthcare, travel, and education, by providing tools that facilitate the creation of hallucination-free applications. This approach allows companies to connect with new and existing customers through meaningful, interactive brand experiences, replacing traditional invasive advertising methods.
Paper
Venture Round in 2019
Paper is a developer of an educational platform that aims to make personalized tutoring accessible to all students. The platform connects students with certified educators who provide assistance with questions and offer contextualized feedback, helping students identify and understand their mistakes in the learning process. In addition to tutoring, Paper also offers after-school enrichment and resources related to college and career readiness, supporting students throughout their academic journey. The platform allows for tutoring sessions to be recorded and analyzed, further enhancing the learning experience by enabling students to revisit and reflect on their progress.
Quadient Accounts Receivable by YayPay
Series A in 2018
YayPay Inc. develops a cloud-based accounts receivable management software that automates payment workflows for finance, credit, and collections teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a range of solutions including dashboards for automated collections, payment predictions, and payer trends, as well as integration with popular platforms like Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Acumatica, QuickBooks, and Salesforce. YayPay's software utilizes data science and machine learning to improve the credit to cash process, facilitating credit assessments, invoicing, collections management, online payment processing, and cash application. The company targets mid-market and enterprise customers across various sectors, including manufacturing, wholesale, software, and consulting. As a subsidiary of Quadient S.A., YayPay has additional offices in Kyiv, Ukraine, and London, United Kingdom.
Idelic
Seed Round in 2018
Idelic is a driver management platform founded in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It focuses on the transportation industry by consolidating fleet data systems and automating compliance processes to enhance driver safety. The platform integrates data from various technology sources into a unified system, allowing clients to gain predictive insights and effectively manage their safety operations. By leveraging data organization and artificial intelligence, Idelic aims to prevent crashes, reduce driver turnover, and lower insurance costs. The company's innovative approach helps identify at-risk drivers before incidents occur, contributing to a safer and more efficient fleet management experience.
SIEMonster
Venture Round in 2018
SIEMonster, Inc. is a developer of security information and events management (SIEM) tools aimed at helping organizations detect threats and mitigate risks. Founded in 2015 by experienced hackers Chris and Dez Rock, the company identified a gap in the SIEM market and has since created a range of customizable and scalable solutions. SIEMonster offers various editions, including community, SMB, enterprise, MSSP, and SIEM as a service, catering to different organizational needs. The company's software emphasizes real-time threat intelligence and aims to minimize false positives while enhancing the accuracy of notification alerts. By integrating expertise from both offensive and defensive security fields, SIEMonster provides a robust solution for organizations seeking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Lensabl
Seed Round in 2018
Lensabl, Inc. is an online retailer based in Culver City, California, specializing in the manufacture and sale of lenses for eyeglasses and sunglasses. Established in 2015 by co-founders Andy Bilinsky and Mike Rahimzadeh, the company provides a wide array of optical and non-optical lenses, including single vision, progressive, mirror-coated, polarized, and night glasses. Lensabl focuses on delivering high-quality lenses conveniently and affordably, allowing consumers to purchase products from home. Its marketplace also features various frames and contact lenses, catering to diverse consumer needs with options for clear, tinted, and transitional prescription lenses.
Aspinity
Seed Round in 2018
Aspinity, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in manufacturing reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips designed for ultra-low-power electronics. These chips utilize neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology to analyze raw, unstructured analog sensor data, identifying significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By focusing on early cues, Aspinity's RAMP chips significantly reduce the need for higher power processing, optimizing power consumption in always-on, battery-operated sensing devices. This technology is applicable across various markets, including consumer, industrial, and biomedical sectors, enhancing functionalities such as voice activation, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health monitoring. Aspinity was incorporated in 2012 and aims to revolutionize the architecture of sensing devices through innovative power and data management solutions.
iRestify
Seed Round in 2018
iRestify Inc. is a Toronto-based company that provides cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance services to property managers across Canada. Founded in 2015, iRestify operates an enterprise-level facilities management platform designed to enhance productivity for property managers while improving tenant experiences. The platform connects customers with trusted service providers, streamlining communication and operations in the property management sector. By leveraging digital workflows, iRestify simplifies the management of cleaning services, enabling property managers to efficiently deliver high-quality service to their tenants.
Altru
Seed Round in 2018
Altru Labs Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in a mobile-first platform designed to enhance employer branding and improve the candidate experience through employee-generated content. The platform enables businesses to create authentic content at scale by leveraging their employees, allowing organizations to attract, convert, and retain talent effectively. Altru's solutions include features that facilitate communication between candidates and current employees, enabling potential hires to gain insights into the company culture before interviews. Additionally, the platform supports training and onboarding through interactive video sessions and social distribution of content. As a subsidiary of iCIMS, Inc., Altru is committed to transforming the recruitment process by providing a personalized digital experience for candidates, ultimately helping businesses tell their unique stories through the voices of their employees.
Walkthrough
Seed Round in 2018
Walkthrough, Inc. specializes in property photography services, offering a comprehensive range of visual solutions for real estate agents and property owners in the Denver Metro area. Founded in 2016 and based in Denver, Colorado, the company provides high dynamic range (HDR) photos, 3D virtual tours, aerial photography and videography, and customized listing websites. Walkthrough facilitates an efficient booking process through its application and website, allowing agents to secure the services they require at competitive prices without compromising on quality. As of 2019, Walkthrough operates as a subsidiary of iPlan LLC.
Ampd
Seed Round in 2018
Ampd is a developer of an enterprise advertising platform that focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of digital advertising. The platform utilizes data science and automation to streamline the creation, launch, and optimization of advertising campaigns. This enables e-commerce businesses to maximize their ad spending, reach new customers, and uncover revenue opportunities. By offering tools specifically designed for platforms like Google Ads and Amazon, Ampd empowers companies to significantly boost their sales and improve their market presence.
SPIDR Tech
Venture Round in 2018
SPIDR Tech, Inc. provides data-driven applications tailored for law enforcement agencies, enhancing their operational efficiency and community engagement. Founded in 2015 and based in Manhattan Beach, California, the company offers a comprehensive platform that allows agencies to effectively manage customer relationships and automate communication. This includes features such as an automated messaging system for crime victims, enabling timely updates on investigations, and tools for tracking officer productivity and community interactions. Additionally, SPIDR Tech's mobile application facilitates the attachment of photos and videos to reports, while integrating data from traffic incidents and other relevant factors to optimize law enforcement strategies. By leveraging predictive analytics and virtual assistance, SPIDR Tech supports law enforcement in improving public perception and achieving significant cost savings.
Metricstory
Venture Round in 2018
Metricstory Incorporated is a business optimization platform that identifies unrealized revenue opportunities for its clients. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance digital advertising efforts. Its offerings include prescriptive alerts, spend optimization solutions, and performance anomaly detection, all aimed at simplifying workflows and enhancing team collaboration. Metricstory primarily serves e-commerce leaders, data analysts, agencies, email marketers, merchandisers, and executives, facilitating the efficient launch, management, and maximization of advertising campaigns, particularly on platforms like Google Ads. By leveraging AI and data-driven technology, Metricstory enables its clients to navigate the complexities of digital advertising, ensuring they connect effectively with customers and optimize their revenue growth.
Senic
Seed Round in 2018
Senic GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing innovative wireless controllers for smart home applications, including music and lighting control. The company offers the Nuimo app for various operating systems and the Nuimo Swift SDK for multiple platforms, catering to both local and international customers. By combining design and technology, Senic aims to enhance user experiences in smart homes, focusing on human well-being rather than mere device engagement. The company addresses a significant market opportunity, having successfully launched its first product, Nuimo Control, through a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $500,000 in just 32 hours. Senic's products integrate electronics, mechanics, design, software, and nano-technology to create user-friendly interfaces that promote health, creativity, and relationships in the home environment.
Crystal Knows
Series B in 2018
With the largest public personality platform in the world, Crystal helps you communicate with anyone based on their unique personality.
Modsy
Series B in 2017
Modsy is a home design service founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company utilizes advanced 3D graphics and computer vision technology to create virtual interior environments, allowing customers to visualize furniture and décor in their own spaces before making purchases. Modsy caters to new homeowners, renters, and remodelers by offering personalized design guidance and plans tailored to individual preferences. Its platform not only showcases inspirational designs but also provides practical recommendations for room layouts and furnishings. Additionally, Modsy features a shoppable marketplace where customers can directly purchase the items featured in their designs, streamlining the home renovation process and reducing uncertainty for users.
PhoneWagon
Seed Round in 2017
PhoneWagon Inc. provides a call tracking solution that enables businesses to identify which marketing campaigns are generating phone calls. Founded in 2017 and based in New York, the company offers a platform that assigns unique local and toll-free phone numbers to different marketing efforts, allowing businesses to monitor campaign effectiveness and optimize their marketing spend. By analyzing call data, PhoneWagon helps businesses determine which campaigns are yielding high-quality leads and supports the testing of new ads for improved return on investment. Additionally, the platform includes features for automating communication with customers through text messages, which can be triggered by events such as missed calls. This functionality enhances customer engagement and helps prevent potential leads from reaching competitors. Overall, PhoneWagon's services are designed to improve marketing outcomes and facilitate better decision-making for businesses and digital marketing agencies.
LegalSifter
Venture Round in 2017
LegalSifter, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for contract document reviews. Founded in 2013, it offers two primary Software-as-a-Service products: LegalSifter, which assists in reviewing legal documents, and ContractSifter, which focuses on contract extraction. The company leverages natural language processing and machine learning to transform unstructured data into actionable insights, thereby simplifying the management of legal obligations. LegalSifter serves a diverse clientele, including in-house counsel teams, legal operations teams, law firms, executives, and supply chain industries. Its platform combines artificial intelligence with human expertise to provide advice on contracts, helping users to mitigate risks and organize documents effectively and affordably.
JazzHR
Series D in 2017
JazzHR is a recruitment software provider designed to assist growing companies in achieving their hiring objectives. The platform offers user-friendly and affordable tools that replace manual hiring tasks with automation, allowing hiring managers to efficiently recruit and select the right talent. JazzHR's features include candidate sourcing and employer branding, which streamline the entire recruitment process. By leveraging these capabilities, businesses can effectively enhance their hiring practices and expedite the recruitment of new employees.
Idelic
Seed Round in 2017
Idelic is a driver management platform founded in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It focuses on the transportation industry by consolidating fleet data systems and automating compliance processes to enhance driver safety. The platform integrates data from various technology sources into a unified system, allowing clients to gain predictive insights and effectively manage their safety operations. By leveraging data organization and artificial intelligence, Idelic aims to prevent crashes, reduce driver turnover, and lower insurance costs. The company's innovative approach helps identify at-risk drivers before incidents occur, contributing to a safer and more efficient fleet management experience.
Quadient Accounts Receivable by YayPay
Venture Round in 2017
YayPay Inc. develops a cloud-based accounts receivable management software that automates payment workflows for finance, credit, and collections teams. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a range of solutions including dashboards for automated collections, payment predictions, and payer trends, as well as integration with popular platforms like Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Acumatica, QuickBooks, and Salesforce. YayPay's software utilizes data science and machine learning to improve the credit to cash process, facilitating credit assessments, invoicing, collections management, online payment processing, and cash application. The company targets mid-market and enterprise customers across various sectors, including manufacturing, wholesale, software, and consulting. As a subsidiary of Quadient S.A., YayPay has additional offices in Kyiv, Ukraine, and London, United Kingdom.
Sleeper
Seed Round in 2017
Sleeper is a sports platform focused on fantasy leagues and eSports, designed to foster community and connection among fans. The platform provides a space for users to engage in various fantasy sports, participate in online leagues, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. It offers real-time fantasy news, push notifications, and expert advice, enhancing the gaming experience. By facilitating interaction and camaraderie, Sleeper allows users to enjoy sporting events in a communal atmosphere, creating lasting memories while competing for cash prizes and connecting with others who share their interests.
Joany
Series A in 2017
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.
OneKloud
Seed Round in 2017
OneKloud Inc. operates a cloud control platform designed to manage and optimize access rights to cloud resources for users, teams, and projects. The platform enforces budget quotas and workflow approvals, aiming to prevent misuse of cloud access credentials. It incorporates features such as identity access management, infrastructure discovery, resource access control, type filtering, and personalized quotas. By offering built-in security measures and comprehensive audit trails, OneKloud enables organizations to achieve true cost control and accurate budget forecasting. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, OneKloud addresses the needs of U.S. companies that collectively spend over $10 billion on major cloud services like Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. The platform aims to reduce overall cloud spending by 15% to 50%, fostering accountability and aligning daily operational decisions with broader strategic objectives.
ALung
Series C in 2017
ALung Technologies is a medical device manufacturing company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1997. The company specializes in developing devices for gas exchange to treat acute and chronic respiratory disorders. Its primary product, the Hemolung Respiratory Assist System (RAS), functions as a dialysis-like alternative or supplement to mechanical ventilation, allowing physicians to effectively remove carbon dioxide from the blood without relying solely on the lungs. This technology aims to reduce the need for intubation and invasive ventilation, thereby improving patient outcomes. Additionally, ALung offers the Hattler Catheter, which facilitates the insertion of its gas exchange devices into the central venous bloodstream.
Ikos
Seed Round in 2017
Ikos Holdings Co. operates an online platform that connects landlords and renters, streamlining the rental experience for both parties. Founded in 2017 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a flexible on-demand leasing service for investors while utilizing data analysis to guide client investments. By simplifying the rental process, Ikos helps landlords and renters make informed decisions, fostering transparency and adaptability in their interactions. The platform aims to enhance the way individuals engage with rental properties, ultimately benefiting the real estate market.
Joany
Seed Round in 2017
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.
Joany
Seed Round in 2016
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.
Encentiv Energy
Series A in 2016
Encentiv Energy LLC operates a platform designed to enhance participation in energy efficiency programs for utilities, energy efficiency vendors, finance companies, and non-residential customers. The company's flagship product, Encentivizer, is a national incentive management platform that connects clients with local electric utility rebates and funding solutions for new construction and renovation projects. It provides actionable data that empowers manufacturers, energy efficiency professionals, and utilities to engage business customers effectively and promote energy-saving decisions. In addition to incentive management, Encentiv Energy offers energy advisory services and project financing to support its clients in achieving sustainable energy solutions. Founded in 2009 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Encentiv Energy was previously known as AllFacilities Energy Group, LLC before rebranding in 2013.
Paper
Seed Round in 2016
Paper is a developer of an educational platform that aims to make personalized tutoring accessible to all students. The platform connects students with certified educators who provide assistance with questions and offer contextualized feedback, helping students identify and understand their mistakes in the learning process. In addition to tutoring, Paper also offers after-school enrichment and resources related to college and career readiness, supporting students throughout their academic journey. The platform allows for tutoring sessions to be recorded and analyzed, further enhancing the learning experience by enabling students to revisit and reflect on their progress.
Identified Technologies
Venture Round in 2016
Identified Technologies Corporation specializes in developing self-piloting aerial mapping and land survey drones, providing comprehensive data scanning, capture, and analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a range of services that enhance project visibility and productivity for industries such as energy, mining, manufacturing, and construction. Its platform enables users to conduct 3D volumetric analysis, create 2D measurements, and generate detailed maps, while also ensuring FAA compliance and streamlined flight planning. The technology facilitates continuous job site monitoring, allowing clients to perform as-built versus planned comparisons and track project progress, ultimately improving profitability and operational efficiency.
Admiral
Seed Round in 2016
Admiral is a Visitor Relationship Management (VRM) company focused on assisting media publishers in enhancing their audience engagement and driving revenue growth. The company's platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for managing various revenue streams, including adblock recovery, digital subscriptions, email subscriptions, and membership programs. By utilizing a single, no-code tag, Admiral enables publishers to optimize conversions and revenue while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The platform provides free revenue analytics and automates processes to strengthen first-party visitor relationships, ultimately allowing publishers to achieve their revenue goals more effectively.
SubCentral
Seed Round in 2016
SubCentral, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing tools and services for the management of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) products and applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, SubCentral offers a subscription management platform designed for small and mid-sized businesses. This platform enables organizations to discover, track, and manage their recurring cloud software subscriptions from a single central hub. Key features of SubCentral's services include SaaS access, provisioning, password management, analytics, usage monitoring, and billing tools. By streamlining the management of cloud software subscriptions, SubCentral aims to enhance productivity for its clients.
Joany
Seed Round in 2016
JOANY Inc., operating as JOANY Health Insurance Services, is an online insurance brokerage based in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2016 and rebranded from Impact Health in 2017, JOANY provides a range of services designed to streamline the process of buying and managing health insurance. The company utilizes machine learning and a comprehensive database to analyze individual consumer needs, helping clients select suitable insurance plans efficiently. In addition to insurance brokerage, JOANY offers services such as doctor matching, billing counsel, and healthcare navigation, positioning itself as a healthcare concierge to simplify the complexities of health insurance throughout the year.
Containership
Seed Round in 2016
Containership, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in cloud-based solutions for container management. Established in 2015, it offers a Platform-as-a-Service that enables users to automate, scale, and deploy applications across various cloud environments and data centers. The company's open-source Docker hosting platform facilitates application deployment, cluster scheduling, and service discovery. Additionally, Containership provides a hosted service that includes features such as automated provisioning, marketplace integrations, load balancing, and cluster snapshots. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to efficiently manage their containerized applications and easily transition between different cloud providers.
Healthie
Seed Round in 2016
Healthie Inc. operates an online practice management and telehealth platform tailored for dietitians and their patients. Founded in 2016 and based in Lewes, Delaware, Healthie provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes automated office management, patient records management, and virtual care solutions. The platform simplifies essential tasks such as scheduling, billing, and back-office operations, allowing nutrition professionals to enhance their connections with patients. Additionally, Healthie offers an integrated mobile application for patients to track health activities like food intake, workouts, and various health metrics, facilitating progress monitoring between appointments. The platform is designed to support next-generation digital health organizations, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and SOC-2 certification. Through its solutions, Healthie empowers healthcare providers to deliver holistic care across multiple specialties, including behavioral health and health coaching, while also providing a marketplace for business and clinical integrations.
Presence
Series C in 2015
PresenceLearning makes live, online special education related services available to K-12 students around the United States. As the leader in the delivery of clinical services via the web, PresenceLearning has provided over 2.5 million teletherapy sessions. Services include speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral interventions and mental health services, assessments, and early childhood services.
Crystal Knows
Series A in 2015
With the largest public personality platform in the world, Crystal helps you communicate with anyone based on their unique personality.
Treatspace
Venture Round in 2015
Treatspace, Inc. is a healthcare platform based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, established in 2012. The platform enhances online relationships among healthcare professionals, medical practices, hospitals, and patients. It offers several networks, including Lifesaving Health Networks, which connects patients and physicians, and a Referral Network that streamlines referral management for primary care practices and specialists. Additionally, the Clinical Network fosters collaboration among clinicians. Treatspace provides accurate and verifiable information about healthcare practices, enabling patients to access trustworthy details about their doctors. By improving patient engagement and facilitating clinical collaboration, Treatspace transforms the processes of referral management and care coordination in primary care, specialty care, and hospital systems.
Prayas Analytics
Seed Round in 2015
Prayas Analytics Inc. is a Pennsylvania-based company that provides a cloud-based analytics solution specifically designed for brick-and-mortar retailers. By utilizing existing surveillance footage, it quantifies various operational metrics, such as queue length, service speed, and customer abandonment rates. This data allows retailers to optimize labor costs, assess staff performance, and implement A/B testing similar to eCommerce practices, thus facilitating ongoing operational improvements. The company serves a range of clients, including notable retailers and Fortune 200 companies, and offers tailored services to meet the specific needs of large clients. Prayas Analytics has been recognized in various industry publications and is backed by Y Combinator.
BloomBoard
Series B in 2015
BloomBoard, founded in 2010 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops online professional development tools for educators. The company provides resources for schools, including observation and evaluation tools, individualized learning plans, and a marketplace for workshops focused on educator advancement. BloomBoard facilitates a transition from traditional professional development to a more impactful model through micro-certification, allowing educators to enhance their teaching practices and advance their careers by earning micro-credentials. By partnering with states and districts, BloomBoard aims to promote meaningful educator development rooted in measurable certification, ultimately contributing to improvements in the education sector.
Eargo
Series A in 2015
Eargo, Inc. is a consumer-focused medical device company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the design and development of hearing aids for individuals with hearing loss. Founded in 2010, Eargo offers a range of rechargeable hearing aids that can be controlled via smartphone, along with online hearing screenings and virtual support services to eliminate the need for in-person visits. The company's innovative approach aims to address common barriers to hearing aid adoption, such as social stigma, accessibility, and cost, thereby enhancing the quality of life for its users. Eargo sells its products directly to consumers through online platforms, positioning itself as a modern alternative to traditional hearing aid solutions.
Ascend Consumer Finance
Seed Round in 2015
Ascend Consumer Finance, Inc. is an online lending company based in Los Angeles, California, that offers personal loans to individuals in the United States. Founded in 2014, the company provides a standard personal loan featuring a low annual percentage rate (APR) and fixed monthly payments. Ascend also includes a rewards program that incentivizes borrowers to reduce their interest costs by demonstrating responsible financial behaviors. Utilizing a proprietary process known as Adaptive Risk Pricing, Ascend assesses real-time creditworthiness through credit-based behavioral analytics and behavioral economics, which enhances the lending experience for both borrowers and stakeholders.
Peloton Technology
Series A in 2015
Peloton Technology Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Menlo Park, California, develops advanced active safety systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of trucking fleets. The company employs radar and Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) to establish vehicle-to-vehicle links between pairs of trucks. This technology allows for the coordination of acceleration and braking while keeping drivers fully engaged and in control of steering. By forming platoons, Peloton's system significantly reduces aerodynamic drag, resulting in fuel savings of over 7% during on-road testing for both the leading and trailing trucks. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, Peloton's solutions help mitigate collision-related expenses, addressing critical issues faced by the trucking industry.
Identified Technologies
Seed Round in 2015
Identified Technologies Corporation specializes in developing self-piloting aerial mapping and land survey drones, providing comprehensive data scanning, capture, and analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a range of services that enhance project visibility and productivity for industries such as energy, mining, manufacturing, and construction. Its platform enables users to conduct 3D volumetric analysis, create 2D measurements, and generate detailed maps, while also ensuring FAA compliance and streamlined flight planning. The technology facilitates continuous job site monitoring, allowing clients to perform as-built versus planned comparisons and track project progress, ultimately improving profitability and operational efficiency.
JazzHR
Series C in 2014
JazzHR is a recruitment software provider designed to assist growing companies in achieving their hiring objectives. The platform offers user-friendly and affordable tools that replace manual hiring tasks with automation, allowing hiring managers to efficiently recruit and select the right talent. JazzHR's features include candidate sourcing and employer branding, which streamline the entire recruitment process. By leveraging these capabilities, businesses can effectively enhance their hiring practices and expedite the recruitment of new employees.
Earshot
Seed Round in 2014
Earshot, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that develops a social media software platform aimed at enhancing real-time precision-based marketing services for brands. The platform includes several key offerings: Earshot Pulse, which provides an engagement platform and analytics dashboard; Earshot Precision, a programmatic paid media solution that allows for custom audience segmentation and targeted advertising based on offline behaviors; and Earshot Insight, which delivers customized reports on location, competitive intelligence, and event-based analytics. A notable feature of Earshot's technology is its patent-pending Decibel Level, a real-time relevancy score that helps brands prioritize social media posts based on various customizable factors such as location and content. By filtering posts from targeted locations, Earshot enables brands to discover and engage consumers effectively, ultimately improving their return on investment from social media marketing efforts.
NoWait
Series B in 2014
NoWait, Inc. is a mobile platform based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that enhances the dining experience by connecting consumers with casual dining restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company offers a restaurant reservation application that allows users to join waitlists and manage reservations conveniently through their smartphones. The platform also provides restaurants with a comprehensive management tool for handling waiting lists and seating, enabling a seamless transition for diners from searching for a restaurant to getting in line with just a few taps. As of February 2017, NoWait operates as a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.
Gem
Seed Round in 2014
Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.
Estimote
Seed Round in 2013
Estimote, Inc. specializes in developing a sensor-based analytics and engagement platform that enhances interactions between consumers and physical retail environments. The company produces small, wireless sensors known as Estimote Beacons and Stickers, which utilize technologies such as Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband to broadcast signals that smartphones can detect. This capability enables precise indoor location tracking and asset management, facilitating mobile advertising tailored to customers' locations within stores. Founded in 2012, Estimote is headquartered in New York City and has additional offices in San Francisco and Krakow, providing its solutions primarily to brick-and-mortar retail stores in the United States and Europe.
The Zebra
Seed Round in 2013
The Zebra is an online insurance comparison marketplace that simplifies the process of finding and purchasing insurance for consumers. It provides a platform where users can input their information to receive personalized quotes for car, home, and other types of insurance. By comparing real quotes from trusted insurance providers, The Zebra helps consumers identify coverage options that best meet their needs and budget. The company aims to enhance transparency in the insurance market, enabling users to make informed decisions while also assisting insurance companies in connecting with potential customers effectively. Through its educational resources and user-friendly interface, The Zebra strives to facilitate a more efficient insurance shopping experience.
NextPrinciples
Seed Round in 2013
NextPrinciples is an enterprise solution provider based in Milpitas, California, specializing in social marketing automation. Founded in 2010, the company offers a platform that enables organizations to enhance their demand generation processes through the integration of social media analytics and engagement tools. This solution allows businesses to analyze social conversations and engage with customers more effectively, streamlining their marketing efforts and improving revenue generation from both new and existing leads. By combining traditional marketing automation and customer relationship management systems, NextPrinciples aims to provide a comprehensive approach to social marketing that drives business growth.
TVplus
Venture Round in 2013
TVplus is an award-winning, social technology company that delivers rich, interactive experiences for the Second Screen. The TVplus platform and technology suite allows partners create interactive and synchronous digital experiences at scale across television and video programming. The TVplus Content Management System is a centralized backend publishing platform. The technology uses audio fingerprinting to identify a given piece of content and sync a viewer's Second Screen device to the exact moment within the show. TVplus then delivers relevant contextual and social content at specific moments of the program, creating deeper engagement for viewers and additional connection opportunities for networks, content creators, cable systems and brand advertisers. The platform can further syndicate all content across any digital device and can be built on Web, iOS, and Android operating systems. TVplus is a product of Spot411 Technologies.
ALung
Series B in 2013
ALung Technologies is a medical device manufacturing company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1997. The company specializes in developing devices for gas exchange to treat acute and chronic respiratory disorders. Its primary product, the Hemolung Respiratory Assist System (RAS), functions as a dialysis-like alternative or supplement to mechanical ventilation, allowing physicians to effectively remove carbon dioxide from the blood without relying solely on the lungs. This technology aims to reduce the need for intubation and invasive ventilation, thereby improving patient outcomes. Additionally, ALung offers the Hattler Catheter, which facilitates the insertion of its gas exchange devices into the central venous bloodstream.
BloomBoard
Series A in 2013
BloomBoard, founded in 2010 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops online professional development tools for educators. The company provides resources for schools, including observation and evaluation tools, individualized learning plans, and a marketplace for workshops focused on educator advancement. BloomBoard facilitates a transition from traditional professional development to a more impactful model through micro-certification, allowing educators to enhance their teaching practices and advance their careers by earning micro-credentials. By partnering with states and districts, BloomBoard aims to promote meaningful educator development rooted in measurable certification, ultimately contributing to improvements in the education sector.
Umano
Seed Round in 2013
Umano is an audio streaming service.
Conscious Box
Seed Round in 2013
Conscious Box, Inc. is an online retailer based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in a subscription service for natural and sustainable products. The company offers a monthly delivery of eco-friendly healthcare, bodycare, homecare, and food products, allowing customers to choose items based on their preferences. Conscious Box aims to provide consumers with safe and effective options while promoting awareness of green products and supporting the growth of natural product businesses. Through its platform, Conscious Box serves as a reliable source for individuals seeking quality and sustainability in their purchases.
Presence
Series B in 2013
PresenceLearning makes live, online special education related services available to K-12 students around the United States. As the leader in the delivery of clinical services via the web, PresenceLearning has provided over 2.5 million teletherapy sessions. Services include speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral interventions and mental health services, assessments, and early childhood services.
Peloton Technology
Seed Round in 2013
Peloton Technology Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Menlo Park, California, develops advanced active safety systems aimed at enhancing the efficiency of trucking fleets. The company employs radar and Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) to establish vehicle-to-vehicle links between pairs of trucks. This technology allows for the coordination of acceleration and braking while keeping drivers fully engaged and in control of steering. By forming platoons, Peloton's system significantly reduces aerodynamic drag, resulting in fuel savings of over 7% during on-road testing for both the leading and trailing trucks. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, Peloton's solutions help mitigate collision-related expenses, addressing critical issues faced by the trucking industry.
NovaTorque
Venture Round in 2013
NovaTorque, Inc. designs and manufactures innovative electric motors for industrial and commercial applications in the United States. Founded in 2005 and based in Fremont, California, the company serves a diverse range of sectors, including original equipment manufacturers of air handling, pumping, and compressing equipment, as well as general industrial and process control equipment. NovaTorque's motors are particularly suited for applications in data centers, air handling, and battery-powered mobile equipment. The company's products stand out in the market due to their cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency, achieved through a unique design that eliminates the need for costly rare earth magnets. This innovation has positioned NovaTorque as a disruptive force in the electric motor industry, which has seen little significant change in decades. As of December 31, 2016, NovaTorque operates as a subsidiary of Regal Beloit Corporation.
The Zebra
Seed Round in 2013
The Zebra is an online insurance comparison marketplace that simplifies the process of finding and purchasing insurance for consumers. It provides a platform where users can input their information to receive personalized quotes for car, home, and other types of insurance. By comparing real quotes from trusted insurance providers, The Zebra helps consumers identify coverage options that best meet their needs and budget. The company aims to enhance transparency in the insurance market, enabling users to make informed decisions while also assisting insurance companies in connecting with potential customers effectively. Through its educational resources and user-friendly interface, The Zebra strives to facilitate a more efficient insurance shopping experience.
JazzHR
Series B in 2012
JazzHR is a recruitment software provider designed to assist growing companies in achieving their hiring objectives. The platform offers user-friendly and affordable tools that replace manual hiring tasks with automation, allowing hiring managers to efficiently recruit and select the right talent. JazzHR's features include candidate sourcing and employer branding, which streamline the entire recruitment process. By leveraging these capabilities, businesses can effectively enhance their hiring practices and expedite the recruitment of new employees.
NoWait
Series A in 2012
NoWait, Inc. is a mobile platform based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that enhances the dining experience by connecting consumers with casual dining restaurants across the United States. Founded in 2010, the company offers a restaurant reservation application that allows users to join waitlists and manage reservations conveniently through their smartphones. The platform also provides restaurants with a comprehensive management tool for handling waiting lists and seating, enabling a seamless transition for diners from searching for a restaurant to getting in line with just a few taps. As of February 2017, NoWait operates as a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.
Mom Trusted
Seed Round in 2012
Mom Trusted, Inc. is a platform designed to assist parents in locating suitable early education and childcare options. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company offers a comprehensive resource for parents, combining detailed information about local providers, such as preschools and babysitters, with reviews from fellow parents. This personalized approach helps families identify the best fit for their children's needs. Additionally, Mom Trusted facilitates connections between parents and providers, allowing for community support and ideas sharing. For childcare providers, the platform offers tools to connect with parents more effectively and affordably, providing options for both free and premium services that can be tailored to their needs. Overall, Mom Trusted aims to create a supportive environment for families navigating the early education landscape.
ZeaChem
Series C in 2012
ZeaChem is focused on developing sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based fuels and chemicals, utilizing renewable biomass sources such as wood chips, wheat straw, corn stover, and grasses. The company employs a proprietary fermentation process that converts all carbon in the sugars into end products, resulting in high yields and making its products competitive with traditional fossil fuels, even without subsidies. By targeting the $1 trillion chemicals and fuels markets, ZeaChem aims to provide high-margin solutions that address environmental concerns while maintaining economic viability.
ALung
Series B in 2012
ALung Technologies is a medical device manufacturing company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1997. The company specializes in developing devices for gas exchange to treat acute and chronic respiratory disorders. Its primary product, the Hemolung Respiratory Assist System (RAS), functions as a dialysis-like alternative or supplement to mechanical ventilation, allowing physicians to effectively remove carbon dioxide from the blood without relying solely on the lungs. This technology aims to reduce the need for intubation and invasive ventilation, thereby improving patient outcomes. Additionally, ALung offers the Hattler Catheter, which facilitates the insertion of its gas exchange devices into the central venous bloodstream.
TenMarks Education
Venture Round in 2011
TenMarks, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, provides a web-based learning platform focused on enhancing math education for students from kindergarten through high school. The platform simplifies teacher tasks by automating assignment distribution and grading while offering engaging videos and interactive lessons that promote student motivation and learning. TenMarks is utilized in over 25,000 schools across the United States, with millions of math problems solved daily by students, thereby improving their skills and confidence. The company has developed an adaptive math program aligned with Common Core standards, designed to support teachers in reinforcing classroom instruction and assessing student performance effectively. Through its innovative resources, TenMarks aims to make a positive impact on the educational experience of millions of students.
Siva Power
Series C in 2011
Siva Power, Inc. is a manufacturer of solar modules and panels based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in third-generation thin-film photovoltaic technologies that aim to enhance solar cell efficiency while significantly reducing manufacturing costs. Siva Power's innovative approach employs co-evaporated copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) and a monolithic integration glass architecture, which utilizes automated laser scribes to streamline the manufacturing process. This technology is designed to halve the number of manufacturing steps compared to traditional methods, enabling the production of solar modules that can generate electricity competitively without relying on government subsidies. The company's advancements facilitate the establishment of solar power plants, contributing to more cost-effective energy production.
MiaSolé
Series F in 2011
MiaSole is a pioneer in the development of Copper Indium Gallium Selenide (CIGS) thin film photovoltaic products. Their goal is to enable grid parity solar energy by 2012 through high volume manufacturing of low cost solar modules.
CyOptics
Venture Round in 2011
CyOptics, Inc. is a company specializing in the design, development, and marketing of Indium Phosphide (InP) optical chips and components, primarily for integration into access, metro, and long-haul communications systems. Its product offerings include planar lightwave circuits (PLCs) used in telecommunications and defense applications, as well as various optical components such as transmitters, receivers, and modulators. These products serve as critical technology enablers for manufacturers of transmit optical sub-assemblies and receive optical sub-assemblies. Additionally, CyOptics provides contract design, foundry, and packaging services, along with comprehensive design and manufacturing services, including radio frequency and optical design, wafer fabrication, and automated assembly and testing. The company caters to original equipment manufacturers and sub-system manufacturers within the communications market. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, CyOptics operates InP design and fabrication facilities in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, silicon PLC fabrication in South Plainfield, New Jersey, and automated packaging and testing operations in Matamoros, Mexico.
ALung
Series A in 2010
ALung Technologies is a medical device manufacturing company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1997. The company specializes in developing devices for gas exchange to treat acute and chronic respiratory disorders. Its primary product, the Hemolung Respiratory Assist System (RAS), functions as a dialysis-like alternative or supplement to mechanical ventilation, allowing physicians to effectively remove carbon dioxide from the blood without relying solely on the lungs. This technology aims to reduce the need for intubation and invasive ventilation, thereby improving patient outcomes. Additionally, ALung offers the Hattler Catheter, which facilitates the insertion of its gas exchange devices into the central venous bloodstream.
Helomics
Series D in 2010
Helomics Corporation is a personalized healthcare company focused on oncology, providing innovative tools to assist physicians and patients in making informed decisions throughout the cancer care continuum. It has developed a Precision Cellular Analytical Platform that analyzes cellular data over a 25-35 day period. Among its key products are ChemoFx, which aids in selecting effective treatments for gynecologic cancer patients; BioSpeciFx, offering biomarker tests for evaluating tumor responses at the molecular level; and GeneFx products, which use gene signatures to inform treatment options for colon and lung cancer patients. Additionally, Helomics provides tumor profiling services, including bioinformatics and patient-derived tumor models, which enhance clinical research and drug development. The company employs artificial intelligence through its D-CHIP platform to create personalized oncology roadmaps for patients. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Helomics operates as a subsidiary of Predictive Oncology Inc.
Siva Power
Series C in 2010
Siva Power, Inc. is a manufacturer of solar modules and panels based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in third-generation thin-film photovoltaic technologies that aim to enhance solar cell efficiency while significantly reducing manufacturing costs. Siva Power's innovative approach employs co-evaporated copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) and a monolithic integration glass architecture, which utilizes automated laser scribes to streamline the manufacturing process. This technology is designed to halve the number of manufacturing steps compared to traditional methods, enabling the production of solar modules that can generate electricity competitively without relying on government subsidies. The company's advancements facilitate the establishment of solar power plants, contributing to more cost-effective energy production.
NuPathe
Debt Financing in 2010
NuPathe Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The company's flagship product is Zecuity, a transdermal system utilizing sumatriptan for the acute treatment of migraines in adults. In addition to Zecuity, NuPathe is advancing a pipeline of product candidates, including NP201, designed for the continuous treatment of Parkinson's disease, and NP202, aimed at the long-term management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Both candidates leverage the company's proprietary Long-Acting Delivery technology, which facilitates extended medication release through biodegradable implants. Founded in 2005 and based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, NuPathe operates as a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited. The company actively seeks partnerships to enhance the commercial potential of its products in the United States and internationally.
CymaBay Therapeutics
Series E in 2009
CymaBay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Newark, California, dedicated to developing therapies for liver and other chronic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company's lead product candidate, seladelpar, is a selective agonist of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta, which has completed Phase II clinical studies targeting conditions such as primary biliary cholangitis and sclerosing cholangitis, as well as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Additionally, CymaBay is developing MBX-2982, a selective oral G protein-coupled receptor agonist aimed at treating gut and liver diseases. The company also has a preclinical candidate, CB-001, which targets omega-3 fatty acid receptors. CymaBay has entered into development and licensing agreements with other pharmaceutical firms to explore treatments for metabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes and gout. The company's commitment to advancing its pipeline reflects its focus on creating innovative medicines that can improve patient outcomes.
Inspired Technologies
Series B in 2009
Inspired Technologies, based in North Huntingdon, PA, is a commercial-stage medical device company specializing in respiratory products for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company develops innovative solutions such as personal oxygen portables featuring SmartDose technology, which continuously monitors a user's breath rate and automatically adjusts oxygen delivery based on their activity level. Additionally, Inspired Technologies provides Clinical Oxygen Dose Recorders that allow healthcare providers to monitor patient responses and optimize performance in real time. Their offerings also include Viaspire SD Card Software, which facilitates the upload and analysis of patient data from SmartDose units, enhancing the management of oxygen therapy for COPD patients.
Helomics
Venture Round in 2008
Helomics Corporation is a personalized healthcare company focused on oncology, providing innovative tools to assist physicians and patients in making informed decisions throughout the cancer care continuum. It has developed a Precision Cellular Analytical Platform that analyzes cellular data over a 25-35 day period. Among its key products are ChemoFx, which aids in selecting effective treatments for gynecologic cancer patients; BioSpeciFx, offering biomarker tests for evaluating tumor responses at the molecular level; and GeneFx products, which use gene signatures to inform treatment options for colon and lung cancer patients. Additionally, Helomics provides tumor profiling services, including bioinformatics and patient-derived tumor models, which enhance clinical research and drug development. The company employs artificial intelligence through its D-CHIP platform to create personalized oncology roadmaps for patients. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Helomics operates as a subsidiary of Predictive Oncology Inc.
NuPathe
Series B in 2008
NuPathe Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The company's flagship product is Zecuity, a transdermal system utilizing sumatriptan for the acute treatment of migraines in adults. In addition to Zecuity, NuPathe is advancing a pipeline of product candidates, including NP201, designed for the continuous treatment of Parkinson's disease, and NP202, aimed at the long-term management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Both candidates leverage the company's proprietary Long-Acting Delivery technology, which facilitates extended medication release through biodegradable implants. Founded in 2005 and based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, NuPathe operates as a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited. The company actively seeks partnerships to enhance the commercial potential of its products in the United States and internationally.
Inspired Technologies
Series A in 2007
Inspired Technologies, based in North Huntingdon, PA, is a commercial-stage medical device company specializing in respiratory products for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company develops innovative solutions such as personal oxygen portables featuring SmartDose technology, which continuously monitors a user's breath rate and automatically adjusts oxygen delivery based on their activity level. Additionally, Inspired Technologies provides Clinical Oxygen Dose Recorders that allow healthcare providers to monitor patient responses and optimize performance in real time. Their offerings also include Viaspire SD Card Software, which facilitates the upload and analysis of patient data from SmartDose units, enhancing the management of oxygen therapy for COPD patients.
Plextronics
Series B in 2007
Plextronics specializes in the development of printed electronics, focusing on organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company creates conductive inks and associated process technologies that facilitate the mass production of printed devices, thereby reducing costs. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry, further enhancing its portfolio in the realm of advanced electronic materials.
NuPathe
Series A in 2006
NuPathe Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The company's flagship product is Zecuity, a transdermal system utilizing sumatriptan for the acute treatment of migraines in adults. In addition to Zecuity, NuPathe is advancing a pipeline of product candidates, including NP201, designed for the continuous treatment of Parkinson's disease, and NP202, aimed at the long-term management of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Both candidates leverage the company's proprietary Long-Acting Delivery technology, which facilitates extended medication release through biodegradable implants. Founded in 2005 and based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, NuPathe operates as a subsidiary of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited. The company actively seeks partnerships to enhance the commercial potential of its products in the United States and internationally.
Plextronics
Series A in 2006
Plextronics specializes in the development of printed electronics, focusing on organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company creates conductive inks and associated process technologies that facilitate the mass production of printed devices, thereby reducing costs. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry, further enhancing its portfolio in the realm of advanced electronic materials.
Helomics
Funding Round in 2006
Helomics Corporation is a personalized healthcare company focused on oncology, providing innovative tools to assist physicians and patients in making informed decisions throughout the cancer care continuum. It has developed a Precision Cellular Analytical Platform that analyzes cellular data over a 25-35 day period. Among its key products are ChemoFx, which aids in selecting effective treatments for gynecologic cancer patients; BioSpeciFx, offering biomarker tests for evaluating tumor responses at the molecular level; and GeneFx products, which use gene signatures to inform treatment options for colon and lung cancer patients. Additionally, Helomics provides tumor profiling services, including bioinformatics and patient-derived tumor models, which enhance clinical research and drug development. The company employs artificial intelligence through its D-CHIP platform to create personalized oncology roadmaps for patients. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Helomics operates as a subsidiary of Predictive Oncology Inc.
Precision Therapeutics
Series B in 2006
Precision Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical research and development business that develops personalized cancer treatments for patients.
Be Here
Series B in 2006
Be Here Corporation specializes in voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) products, focusing on videoconferencing solutions. Its flagship product, TotalView, enables users to manage multiple video views of participants and data during virtual meetings. The company also develops advanced video optics and visual solutions, which include aspherical and catadioptric lenses, as well as proprietary software for image processing and view navigation. Be Here’s technology is utilized across various sectors, including corporate training, higher education, healthcare collaborations, military surveillance, financial services, and real estate marketing. Founded in 1996, Be Here Corporation is headquartered in Fremont, California.
PTC Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2005
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of orally administered small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of rare disorders and cancer. The company offers Translarna, used for nonsense mutation Duchenne muscular dystrophy in ambulatory patients, and Emflaza, a corticosteroid for the same condition. PTC Therapeutics is advancing several candidates in clinical development, including Translarna for other rare genetic conditions, RG7916 and RO7034067 for spinal muscular atrophy, and PTC596 and PTC299, which target cancer through dihydrooratate dehydrogenase inhibition. Additionally, the company is developing a gene therapy candidate, PTC-AADC, for Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency. PTC Therapeutics collaborates with various organizations, including F. Hoffman-La Roche Ltd and Massachusetts General Hospital, to further its research and commercialization efforts. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey.
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