Vescent develops and manufactures novel electro-optic and laser technologies. We offer frequency-stabilized diode laser systems, precision control electronics, accessory electro-optic modules, and mode-locked lasers and frequency combs. Our scientists and engineers are continuously developing cutting-edge solutions to technical challenges. HQ: 14998 W 6th Ave, Suite 700, Golden, CO 80401
Maybell Quantum Industries is building the hardware to enable the quantum revolution. Quantum computing will help cure diseases, reverse the clock on climate change, and create millions of new jobs.
Pippin Title specializes in providing a comprehensive title search platform that operates across all 50 states. The company has developed an AI-enabled cloud-based software solution designed to generate detailed property reports for both residential and commercial properties. This platform serves various sectors, including title insurance brokerages, lenders, attorneys, and the green energy industry, which encompasses solar and wind farms as well as EV charging stations. By utilizing proprietary search technology and a reliable searcher network, Pippin Title ensures quality control and efficiency, allowing clients such as insurance firms, developers, governments, and financial institutions to expedite transaction diligence and informed decision-making in their development projects.
Guest House is a home staging and home furnishing marketplace that provides real estate services. The company's platform simplifies the entire staging process, with real interior designers who provide in-person installations, furnishings from premium brands and local makers, and free listing photography delivered in as little as one week. It allows homebuyers to scan a QR code to purchase anything inside staged properties – from a few products to a full room to the entire interior, making furnishing more convenient than ever before.
Agile Space Industries Inc. specializes in the design, manufacture, and testing of in-space propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft. Founded in 2009 and based in Durango, Colorado, the company utilizes advanced 3D metal alloy printing techniques to create scalable propulsion solutions, including storable monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, as well as integrated propulsion systems tailored to various space vehicle form factors. Agile Space Industries also offers a range of precision diagnostic test services, encompassing atmospheric, altitude, and vacuum testing, along with comprehensive testing for components, integrated modules, and complete systems. With over a decade of experience, the company has collaborated with prominent organizations in the aerospace sector, including SpaceX and NASA, to support defense, civil, and commercial space initiatives.
Vitro3D specializes in advanced volumetric 3D printing technology, known as high dimensionality volumetric additive manufacturing (HD-VAM). This innovative approach allows for the rapid production of high-resolution parts across various industries, including life sciences, medical devices, tissue engineering, microfluidics, dental, electronics, aerospace, and automotive sectors. Vitro3D's platform streamlines the manufacturing process, enabling users to generate complex parts quickly and sustainably, often within 30 seconds. The technology is designed to accommodate a diverse range of material properties with minimal post-processing, helping clients reduce costs, save time, and eliminate the need for chemical handling in production.
VUZ is a leading immersive social application that allows users to stream and engage with XR and Metaverse digital experiences featuring a high level of realism. The platform connects the physical and virtual worlds, offering the largest premium library of exclusive immersive content, with over 20,000 hours covering entertainment, sports, and various creator segments. VUZ aims to foster global connections by providing authentic immersive experiences, thereby overcoming travel, time, and access constraints for billions of users worldwide. Established in 2017, the company operates offices in Los Angeles, Dubai, and Riyadh, and its application supports live streaming of virtual sports, talk shows, music, and events, enhancing user engagement through immersive technologies.
Mindful Care is a pioneering mental health company that provides same-day urgent psychiatry and therapy services, making mental health care accessible and timely. Founded in 2018 by Tamir Aldad and based in West Hempstead, New York, Mindful Care aims to address the national mental health crisis by offering treatment for various mental and behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and addiction. The company utilizes innovative technology to eliminate long wait times for patients, allowing them to receive care both in-person and virtually. All services are covered by insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring affordability for a broad range of patients. Through a thorough pre-screening, assessment, and evaluation process, Mindful Care delivers efficient mental health services to both insured and cash-paying clients on the same day.
SweepSouth is an online home services platform that connects homeowners with trusted service professionals across four countries. The platform offers a convenient way to book a range of services, including home cleaning, gardening, pool cleaning, heavy lifting, and maintenance, all accessible through a phone, tablet, or computer. By providing a user-friendly interface, SweepSouth enables clients to quickly find suitable pre-vetted professionals. The company aims to modernize the home services industry in Africa, focusing on creating positive experiences for both customers and service providers. With a mission to foster happy homes, SweepSouth prioritizes offering dignified and flexible work opportunities at fair compensation for its service providers, serving thousands of satisfied customers monthly.
Toters is a delivery service that connects customers with local retailers through its marketplace platform. The company offers a user-friendly application that allows customers to order food, groceries, and various products from neighborhood stores, facilitating a seamless shopping experience. Toters also operates dark grocery stores under the brand name Toters Fresh, enhancing its service offerings. The company has established a strong presence in its markets and maintains a leadership position across multiple verticals. Through a network of couriers, Toters ensures efficient delivery from any store within the city, allowing users to track their orders in real-time.
Honest Jobs is a leading fair-chance employment platform based in Columbus, Ohio, that focuses on helping individuals with criminal records secure employment. Founded in 2018, the company operates a job marketplace specifically designed for those impacted by the criminal justice system, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and human resource practices. By providing access to job opportunities, Honest Jobs aims to support the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into the workforce, thereby promoting fair hiring practices and reducing barriers to employment. The platform serves as a vital resource in addressing the challenges faced by this population and strives to create a more inclusive job market.
Language I/O specializes in communication software that enables support teams to interact with customers in multiple languages. Their technology features a proprietary machine translation optimizer capable of translating complex user-generated content, including jargon, slang, abbreviations, and misspellings, across 150 languages. This software facilitates real-time communication through chat, email, and social support channels, allowing monolingual customer support agents to engage effectively with diverse customer bases. Language I/O integrates seamlessly with major CRM platforms and offers an API for additional flexibility. Customers can choose between using professional human linguists, the machine translation optimizer, or a combination of both to meet their translation needs.
Web and mobile based platform that provides farms and producers with the on-demand labor they need.
Pipeline Equity Inc. is a software company that focuses on improving workplace gender equity through its artificial intelligence-driven platform. Founded in 2017 and based in Denver, Colorado, the company provides a Software as a Service (SaaS) application designed to assess, address, and take action against gender biases that negatively impact financial performance. Its offerings include the Pipeline Dashboard, which delivers actionable recommendations for achieving gender equity; the Pipeline Score, which highlights an organization's commitment to eradicating bias; and the Pipeline Forecast, which outlines timelines for investment and anticipated returns. By closing the gender equity gap, Pipeline aims to enhance business outcomes and foster a positive company culture.
Arryved, Inc. is a software development company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2015. It specializes in point-of-service solutions designed to enhance the guest experience for food and beverage establishments. The company's ecosystem includes a customizable tablet-based point-of-sale system, online and mobile ordering capabilities, and a mobile payment application. Additionally, Arryved offers a comprehensive data reporting system, as well as tools for labor management and customer loyalty programs. By providing these features, Arryved enables restaurants and bars to streamline operations and increase revenue through automation and improved customer engagement.
Boom Supersonic is a commercial airplane manufacturer focused on developing supersonic airliners with capacities ranging from 65 to 88 seats. The company aims to make supersonic passenger travel accessible and affordable, addressing the challenges associated with such technology. Its flagship aircraft, Overture, is designed to fly at speeds of Mach 2.2, enhancing the efficiency of long-distance travel. By incorporating advanced aerodynamics and engines, Boom Supersonic's aircraft are also capable of utilizing next-generation sustainable alternative fuels, promoting safety and sustainability in air travel. Ultimately, Boom Supersonic envisions a future where routine supersonic flights are available to a broad audience, significantly reducing travel time and costs.
Infleqtion specializes in quantum technology, providing high-value information processing and solutions that enhance global communication security and efficiency. The company, with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, leverages over 17 years of foundational research from ColdQuanta to deliver software-configured, quantum-enabled products that operate at the Edge. These products focus on critical applications such as positioning, navigation, timing, and resilient energy distribution, while also facilitating accelerated quantum computing. Infleqtion serves a diverse clientele, including commercial organizations and government entities, helping them to harness the power of quantum technology for innovation and development.
Firefly is building the first mobility based Smart Screens - Smart Cities advertising and data platform that utilizes the ride share and gig economy for distribution and scale. Firefly's unique location-based, “situationally aware” software and 1st party data enable the most granular, audience-based targeting of any away from home medium on any screen type. Through the digital signages installed atop hundreds of taxis, Firefly is sending targeted ads via 4G and 4G LTE cellular transmission. Firefly was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Honest Jobs is a leading fair-chance employment platform based in Columbus, Ohio, that focuses on helping individuals with criminal records secure employment. Founded in 2018, the company operates a job marketplace specifically designed for those impacted by the criminal justice system, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and human resource practices. By providing access to job opportunities, Honest Jobs aims to support the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into the workforce, thereby promoting fair hiring practices and reducing barriers to employment. The platform serves as a vital resource in addressing the challenges faced by this population and strives to create a more inclusive job market.
Infleqtion specializes in quantum technology, providing high-value information processing and solutions that enhance global communication security and efficiency. The company, with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, leverages over 17 years of foundational research from ColdQuanta to deliver software-configured, quantum-enabled products that operate at the Edge. These products focus on critical applications such as positioning, navigation, timing, and resilient energy distribution, while also facilitating accelerated quantum computing. Infleqtion serves a diverse clientele, including commercial organizations and government entities, helping them to harness the power of quantum technology for innovation and development.
Spark Grills features proprietary wood and charcoal Briq system, loading and quick ignition is simple, while clean-up is seamless and mess-free. Spark is a design-forward charcoal grill that fires up in seconds and has oven-like temperature control, allowing grilling enthusiasts, and home chefs alike, to dial in their culinary creativity. It was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.
Firefly is building the first mobility based Smart Screens - Smart Cities advertising and data platform that utilizes the ride share and gig economy for distribution and scale. Firefly's unique location-based, “situationally aware” software and 1st party data enable the most granular, audience-based targeting of any away from home medium on any screen type. Through the digital signages installed atop hundreds of taxis, Firefly is sending targeted ads via 4G and 4G LTE cellular transmission. Firefly was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Grownetics offers integrated software and hardware tools for optimized cultivation. Their tools empower growers, farmers, and botanists to cultivate food and medicine while saving time and reducing risk. The community-based grow optimization platform leverages hardware sensing and automation tools to make growing your plants easier than ever while sharing tips and tricks to better yields for measurable improvement. Grownetics combines software, hardware, and machine learning to offer a complete solution for managing and optimizing controlled environment agriculture. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
Private Equity Round in 2015
Bolder Surgical, founded in 2010 and based in Boulder, Colorado, is dedicated to enhancing surgical practices by designing specialized surgical instruments. The company focuses on creating precisely sized devices that facilitate access to confined and delicate anatomical structures, which is particularly beneficial in pediatric surgery. By catering to the specific needs of surgeons, Bolder Surgical aims to improve procedural approaches and minimize incisions, thereby promoting the safe and effective performance of minimally invasive surgeries for patients ranging from neonates to teenagers.