Autio is a company that develops a mobile application focused on providing audio entertainment experiences for travelers. The Autio app utilizes geolocation technology to automatically play stories related to nearby landmarks, cities, and towns. These stories cover various aspects such as economic, geographical, artistic, political, historical, and mythological elements of different places across the United States. The app features narration from celebrities alongside local experts, offering users a personalized tour guide experience that can inspire detours, spark conversations, and uncover hidden knowledge along their journey.
Buckzy Payments
Series A in 2022
Buckzy Payments Inc. is a Toronto-based company focused on creating a real-time financial ecosystem that allows consumers and small businesses to send and receive money instantly. The company's platform supports various services including bank transfers, digital wallet transfers, email money transfers, multi-currency transfers, and bill payments. Buckzy Payments aims to establish a secure and scalable cross-border payment network, leveraging its Banking-as-a-Service model within an embedded finance framework. With over 200 APIs available, the platform caters to diverse transaction banking needs and customer experiences, facilitating the delivery of innovative financial products and solutions.
Lunewave Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, specializes in manufacturing Luneburg lens-based antennas and automotive radar sensor systems. These products are designed for various applications including autonomous driving, wireless communications, drones, telecommunication, aerospace/defense, and specialized research sectors. The company's sensors feature a compact, robust design capable of high resolution, all-directional fields of view, and long detection ranges, with custom-made antennas available in different sizes and operating frequencies to meet specific requirements.
Five Below
Private Equity Round in 2008
Five Below operates a chain of retail stores across the United States, focusing on providing a variety of products aimed primarily at teens and pre-teens. The store offers an extensive selection that includes sporting goods, games, wearables, jewelry, collectibles, bath and body products, snacks, beverages, room décor, storage solutions, stationery, computer software, books, electronic accessories, and seasonal items. The company is known for its value-oriented approach, featuring a curated assortment of select brands and licensed merchandise. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Five Below has expanded its presence to numerous states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and several locations in Ohio.