Bulldog Innovation Group

Bulldog Innovation Group, established in 2014 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, is dedicated to fostering early-stage ventures founded by Yale alumni. The organization aims to support entrepreneurs at the seed stage by providing experienced mentoring from a diverse network of Yale College and Yale School of Management graduates. By leveraging this robust community, Bulldog Innovation Group seeks to create significant opportunities for both entrepreneurs and investors. The firm primarily focuses its investments in sectors such as healthcare devices and supplies, software, healthtech, edtech, foodtech, mobile technology, robotics, and drones, positioning itself as a catalyst for innovation among Yale-affiliated startups. Bulldog Innovation Group operates independently of Yale University, emphasizing its commitment to building a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Laura Kauer Rodriguez

Managing Director, General Partner

Andrea Sehl

General Partner

18 past transactions

CANbridge Pharmaceuticals

Series E in 2020
CANbridge Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of healthcare products in China and North Asia, particularly for oncology and rare diseases. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Beijing, with additional offices in Shanghai, Cambridge, Taipei, and Hong Kong, the company partners with Western biopharmaceutical firms to bring clinical-stage pharmaceutical, medical device, and diagnostic products to the region. CANbridge specializes in therapies for serious medical conditions that are either unavailable or inadequately addressed in North Asia. Its key product, CAN008, is a glycosylated CD95-Fc fusion protein aimed at treating glioblastoma multiforme, while the company also has a diverse pipeline of biologics and small molecules targeting conditions such as Hunter Syndrome, hemophilia A, and various rare metabolic disorders. Through licensing and exclusive commercialization agreements, CANbridge seeks to enhance healthcare solutions for underserved patient populations in the region.

Allergy Amulet

Seed Round in 2020
Allergy Amulet Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in the manufacture and sale of consumer food allergen sensors designed to test for common allergens in food. The Allergy Amulet device is recognized as the world's smallest and fastest food allergen sensor, providing results in seconds. Its portable design allows users to carry it on a keychain, necklace, or wristband, making it convenient for families, individuals, and businesses. With food allergies affecting approximately 32 million Americans and hundreds of millions globally, Allergy Amulet aims to enhance the quality of life for those with food allergies and intolerances, enabling them to enjoy their meals with greater safety and confidence.

Duco Experts

Seed Round in 2019
Duco is an online marketplace that features direct messaging, single point of billing, and project management dashboard. The company focuses on policy, global affairs, international affairs, consulting, SaaS, global, and international. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in California, United States.

PlanIT Impact

Seed Round in 2018
PlanIT Impact operates a cloud-based software platform designed to enhance sustainable building design and planning. By integrating seamlessly into existing workflows, it empowers architects, designers, engineers, developers, and planners to address return on investment (ROI) and total cost of ownership (TCO) questions early in the design process. The platform leverages AI-driven technology to provide actionable cost-benefit insights, focusing on maximizing energy, stormwater, and water savings. This approach allows stakeholders in the construction and property management sectors to reduce the environmental impact of their projects, ultimately saving money and improving overall building performance while achieving their sustainability objectives.

KrakenFlex

Series A in 2017
KrakenFlex specializes in real-time management and monitoring of distributed energy resources, catering to utilities, traders, generators, and network operators. The company has developed a cloud-based energy system management platform that aggregates and oversees various renewable energy assets. By employing advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence, KrakenFlex enables its clients to efficiently manage and monetize large, diversified portfolios of energy resources. This approach not only allows clients to seize new opportunities but also promotes the adoption of renewable technologies, contributing to the creation of a more sustainable and efficient power network.

Valor Performance

Seed Round in 2017
Valor Performance, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in leadership and performance coaching. Established in 2017, it offers a digital platform designed to enhance the mental game and mindset of professionals, particularly managers and executives. The platform provides tailored programs, performance coaching, research-based exercises, and metrics for tracking progress. Additionally, Valor Performance emphasizes a scalable approach to professional training, ensuring a premium coaching experience through both digital resources and one-on-one interactions. The company's focus on coaching and analytics aims to help clients achieve and maintain peak performance in their professional roles.

Pearachute

Seed Round in 2017
Pearachute is a monthly membership service designed to help families engage in meaningful activities with their children. It connects parents to a variety of kids' classes and activity centers, including options like ballet, swimming, music, and sports. The platform allows families to explore different activities that align with their schedules, providing flexibility and convenience in booking classes. By offering a diverse range of options, Pearachute aims to enhance family time through enjoyable experiences tailored to individual routines.

Trinity Mobile Networks

Venture Round in 2017
Trinity Mobile Networks, Inc. specializes in developing advanced networking solutions aimed at enhancing mobile connectivity. The company has created a multi-network overlay SDN platform, known as TrinitySDN, which integrates cellular, Wi-Fi, and mesh connections specifically designed for smartphones and other mobile devices with multiple interfaces. This platform empowers network operators with tools for unified monitoring across various connection types, enabling features such as software-defined multipath transmissions, seamless network handoffs, and real-time diagnostics for network performance. Additionally, Trinity Mobile Networks has developed wireless mesh networking technologies and a corresponding Android application that allows users to access high-quality, affordable mesh connections, thereby reducing dependence on costly cellular services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, the company is committed to improving data speeds and overall network bandwidth while optimizing traffic across existing infrastructure.

Vantage Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Vantage Robotics, LLC is a technology company based in San Leandro, California, specializing in the development and manufacture of camera drones. Established in 2013, Vantage Robotics has created the Snap, a flying camera designed for capturing high-quality photos and videos with ease, particularly for commercial applications. The Snap has garnered significant attention, achieving over $1 million in pre-sales and securing a notable FAA waiver for commercial use near people. This innovation addresses the ease of use challenges in the competitive $7 billion camera drone market. Major companies such as Apple and Amazon have expressed interest in distributing Snap, with projected annual sales exceeding $100 million. The company's technology features advanced gimbal control and precise motor mechanisms, resulting in a lightweight and durable design suitable for various commercial and government applications. Vantage Robotics began shipping Snap in the second quarter of 2017, receiving positive reviews for its performance and usability.

Allergy Amulet

Seed Round in 2016
Allergy Amulet Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, specializes in the manufacture and sale of consumer food allergen sensors designed to test for common allergens in food. The Allergy Amulet device is recognized as the world's smallest and fastest food allergen sensor, providing results in seconds. Its portable design allows users to carry it on a keychain, necklace, or wristband, making it convenient for families, individuals, and businesses. With food allergies affecting approximately 32 million Americans and hundreds of millions globally, Allergy Amulet aims to enhance the quality of life for those with food allergies and intolerances, enabling them to enjoy their meals with greater safety and confidence.

Wellinks

Seed Round in 2016
Wellinks, Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, specializes in wearable health technology for orthotics and prosthetics. The company develops a smart strap for scoliosis braces, tracking wear duration and tightness, and providing real-time data to patients, parents, and doctors. This information enables better-informed treatment decisions, enhances patient motivation, and facilitates remote patient monitoring between clinical visits.

Ancera

Series A in 2016
Ancera, Inc. is a company based in Branford, Connecticut, that specializes in the development and manufacturing of pathogen detection equipment. Founded in 2011, Ancera focuses on providing rapid, cost-effective diagnostic solutions that enhance food safety throughout the production process, from farm to consumer. Their flagship product, the PIPER platform, enables near real-time detection and quantification of microbial threats. This innovative device performs cell sorting, concentration, manipulation, and detection of significant samples in under ten minutes, all without the need for sample preparation or handling. Ancera's technology is characterized by high sensitivity and specificity, offering an integrated solution that allows for label-free sorting and analysis of cells directly from complex food sources. Additionally, the company emphasizes monitoring and assessing microbial data to deliver actionable insights that improve operational efficiency and food security within the food industry.

Pearachute

Seed Round in 2016
Pearachute is a monthly membership service designed to help families engage in meaningful activities with their children. It connects parents to a variety of kids' classes and activity centers, including options like ballet, swimming, music, and sports. The platform allows families to explore different activities that align with their schedules, providing flexibility and convenience in booking classes. By offering a diverse range of options, Pearachute aims to enhance family time through enjoyable experiences tailored to individual routines.

WorkAmerica

Seed Round in 2015
WorkAmerica specializes in developing and implementing customized workforce retraining programs tailored for students, employers, community colleges, and training institutions. The company operates as an online recruitment platform that connects employers in skilled trades, such as trucking, hospitality, and manufacturing, with qualified, credentialed talent. By collaborating with community colleges, vocational schools, and credentialing agencies, WorkAmerica aims to streamline the hiring process, enabling employers to efficiently identify and recruit trained candidates. The company is based in Washington, D.C., and serves various industries, including call centers and warehouses. Through its initiatives, WorkAmerica addresses the growing demand for skilled labor while helping to bridge the gap between students entering the workforce and employers seeking qualified personnel.

Thunder Industries

Series B in 2015
Thunder is a technology company that focuses on streamlining the advertising process through its Creative Management Platform. This platform enables advertisers to efficiently create, scale, and manage ad creatives across multiple devices and formats, including display, video, and native ads. By reducing creative friction, Thunder allows brands, media companies, and agencies to produce advertisements more rapidly and effectively. The platform features a user-friendly interface that caters to a range of users, from general marketers to advanced designers, providing tools for testing and targeting creatives to specific audiences across various channels. Thunder serves over 100 notable clients, including InterContinental Hotels Group, Time Warner Cable, Charter Communications, and Hearst, enhancing their advertising capabilities and reach.

Patriapps

Venture Round in 2014
lettrs is a social messaging app that enables users to share signed, translated, and networked mobile-to-mobile letters. It was launched by Drew Bartkiewicz and Araceli Bartkiewicz in Brooklyn, New York.

Eli Nutrition

Seed Round in 2014
Eli Nutrition, Inc. is a company based in New Haven, Connecticut, that specializes in the development of antacid products. Its primary offering is Tummyzen, a zinc-based over-the-counter acid reducer designed to provide relief from heartburn. Founded in 2013, Eli Nutrition focuses on addressing digestive health issues through its innovative product line.

Ufora

Seed Round in 2011
Ufora, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs and operates a data analytics platform focused on quantitative modeling and numerical computing applications. Founded in 2008, Ufora's platform facilitates the exploration, discovery, deployment, and iteration of data sets, empowering data scientists to address complex challenges in statistics, machine learning, and predictive analytics. The platform is built to operate at a modern scale, automatically managing computations and data across multiple machines, which allows users to work in a familiar coding environment without the need for specialized parallel programming. Ufora aims to provide seamless access to high-performance computing for big data analysis, enhancing the efficiency and capability of data professionals.
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