Hayseed Ventures

Gemini Development is a boutique software development agency focused on delivering amazing digital product experiences.

Scrub Shopper is an online retail platform specializing in medical apparel, offering a wide range of products including standard scrub tops and pants for both men and women. Founded in 2005 by John James and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company also provides stethoscopes, nursing shoes, lab coats, hospital gowns, and novelty designed scrubs for adults and children. Scrub Shopper aims to simplify the shopping experience for customers by consolidating various types of professional medical apparel in one location, all at competitive prices.

Feather is a platform that connects clients and their families to independent, qualified caregivers using their extensive matching algorithms. Families can request in-home care by creating a profile with their needs, location, schedule, and the unique personality traits of their loved one, and Feather instantly identifies the best caregivers for them in their area. Feather also makes coordinating care and payments easy for families and caregivers. Families and Caregivers can create, edit, and share their schedules to maintain consistent care, and payments are easily and securely transferred from the families or clients directly to the caregivers.

SMACK is a mobile-first retail media company focused on assisting consumers in curating a lifestyle they can afford to love. It operates two online platforms—Aisle 9, catering to women, and Product 1, targeting men—designed for modern shoppers with limited time to browse physical stores. By providing a curated lifestyle feed in a user-friendly format, SMACK simplifies the shopping experience. The company offers innovative advertising solutions, including Sponsored Content, which increases awareness of products through targeted boosts on its platforms, and its unique Digital Demo, which engages an audience of over one million individuals. This Digital Demo allows consumers to buy, try, and share reviews of products from any U.S. store, setting it apart from traditional online media offerings. Through these services, SMACK helps brands effectively engage with their target markets and build loyal audiences.

Trackwired is an online platform designed to facilitate connections among athletes, coaches, runners, and fans within the realms of track and field, cross country, road running, and road racing. The platform offers a suite of tools that enable athletes to monitor their workouts, distances, and achievements through a personalized training calendar. Users can connect with teammates, coaches, and competitors, providing an environment conducive to mutual growth and development. Additionally, Trackwired offers access to training guidance and instructional videos created by Olympic-level coaches, aimed at enhancing sports performance.

Apptegy Inc. is a software development company based in Little Rock, Arkansas, that specializes in providing customized online solutions for schools and school districts. Established in 2013, the company’s flagship product, Thrillshare, is designed to empower school administrators by offering a centralized platform for managing digital communications, including text messages, emails, social media, and mobile applications. Apptegy enables K-12 education leaders to enhance their district's identity and marketing efforts in a competitive landscape by facilitating the sharing of student achievements and important updates through various channels. The platform ensures compliance with accessibility standards while allowing schools to engage effectively with their communities through tailored websites, mobile apps, and emergency notification systems.

Menguin, Inc. is an online tuxedo rental service that caters to weddings, proms, black tie events, and other formal occasions. Founded in 2013 and based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the company allows couples to collaboratively design tuxedos from the comfort of their home, streamlining the process of organizing wedding attire. By eliminating the need for multiple trips to physical stores, Menguin saves customers an average of three hours, enabling them to focus on other important aspects of their events. As a subsidiary of Gen Tux, Inc., Menguin aims to provide stylish and convenient rental options for grooms, brides, and wedding planners.

QuBowl is an online educational platform that provides a cloud-based solution aimed at enhancing the training experience for Quiz Bowl teams. By integrating analytics and gamification, QuBowl makes preparation for competitions both effective and engaging. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools that allows coaches to monitor team performance and identify specific areas for improvement. Additionally, teams have the opportunity to benchmark their performance against others nationwide, while players can view their rankings in various topics among the entire QuBowl user base. This innovative approach not only aids in knowledge enhancement but also fosters a competitive spirit among participants.