Institute for Commercialization of Florida Technology

The Institute for Commercialization of Florida Technology is a non-profit organization established by the Florida Legislature in 2007, headquartered in Clearwater, Florida. It collaborates with technology licensing and commercialization offices across Florida's state universities and private research institutions to capitalize on the state's substantial research base, exceeding $2.5 billion. The Institute focuses on transforming research innovations into investable companies that generate clean jobs and foster new industries. It provides essential support services for company development and offers seed funding to promising startups in the technology and healthcare sectors, facilitated by funding from the State of Florida and contributions from mentors and donors. Through these efforts, the Institute aims to drive economic growth and innovation within the state.

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ApexEdge

Seed Round in 2022
ApexEdge is an enablement platform that specializes in providing solutions for partners in bill and subscription management. The company leverages active intelligence to create a comprehensive enterprise management platform that facilitates efficient payment processing from customers. ApexEdge offers embeddable widget solutions and application programming interface integrations, along with development and engineering support. This approach enables businesses and their customers to optimize savings and effectively manage expenses.

Gigantor Technologies

Convertible Note in 2021
Gigantor Technologies specializes in enhancing machine learning and artificial intelligence models through its patented GigaMACS technology. This real-time AI system accelerates the processing speed of existing models, allowing for immediate data handling without compromising accuracy or requiring extra power. By minimizing latency, Gigantor Technologies enables clients to effectively work with complex models, thus improving operational efficiency and responsiveness in various applications.

Rewst

Seed Round in 2021
Rewst is a Robotic Process Automation (RPA) platform designed specifically for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), particularly targeting smaller firms in the sector. The platform employs low-code and no-code technology to simplify automation tasks, making it accessible for businesses that may lack extensive technical resources. By integrating with various tools such as CRM systems, ticketing systems, and accounting software, Rewst enables organizations to track performance metrics and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. This tailored approach helps MSPs optimize their operations and better serve their clients.

Vig Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Vig Labs, founded in early 2020 in Tampa, Florida, is a developer of mobile gaming applications that cater to a diverse audience. The company focuses on creating engaging games that range from fast-paced action to strategic puzzles, all within the Play-to-Earn (P2E) casino gaming sector. With over 100,000 players across four countries, Vig Labs has established a presence in the mobile gaming market, emphasizing user engagement and accessibility. The company aims to provide a gaming experience that resonates with players' lifestyles, ensuring that enjoyment is always within reach, regardless of their circumstances.

Yac

Seed Round in 2020
Yac, established in 2019 and based in Kissimmee, Florida, specializes in developing an online application for remote team communication. Its core product is an asynchronous messaging platform that facilitates short-form voice messages, screen sharing, and team meetings, allowing distributed teams to stay connected and productive without the need for real-time meetings or scheduling.

Multicore Photonics

Seed Round in 2018
Multicore Photonics is focused on the design and packaging of advanced fiber optic sensors and instrumentation utilizing MCF fiber technology, originally developed at the University of Central Florida’s College of Optics and Photonics. The company's sensors are capable of measuring temperature, pressure, chemical properties, flow, and structural conditions at temperatures exceeding 1000 degrees Celsius. These capabilities enable industries to monitor and control their assets effectively, facilitating improved asset performance monitoring. By utilizing Multicore Photonics' technologies, companies can enhance their asset management strategies, reduce lifecycle costs, and achieve a competitive edge through methods such as Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Condition Based Maintenance (CBM). The focus on real-time information and comprehensive visibility into asset conditions supports the optimization of operations, maintenance, and corporate goals, ultimately contributing to increased profitability and enhanced asset performance.

Myolyn

Seed Round in 2017
Myolyn is a medical technology company focused on enhancing health and human performance for individuals with neurological impairments, particularly those living with paralysis. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, Myolyn develops neurorehabilitation devices that utilize electrical stimulation to facilitate muscle contraction and enable functional movement. Their flagship product, the MyoCycle, is a therapeutic exercise system designed specifically for individuals with spastic paralysis, allowing them to engage in load-bearing cycling exercises to regain mobility and independence. By leveraging advanced robotics and automation, Myolyn aims to improve the quality of life for patients experiencing muscle weakness due to conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.

Dominion Aesthetic Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Dominion Aesthetic Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in San Antonio, Texas, specializing in the development of robotic laser platforms for aesthetic applications. Founded in 2015, the company offers the eon FR, a non-invasive, non-contact body contouring device that is FDA cleared for full abdominal fat reduction. This technology is designed to provide aesthetic physicians and practitioners with advanced solutions that enhance patient outcomes through improved interfaces and safety features. Dominion Aesthetic Technologies also collaborates with a scientific advisory committee of renowned experts to drive innovation and create disruptive aesthetic technologies, ensuring that practitioners have access to effective and convenient tools for their practices.

Mine Survival

Seed Round in 2017
Mine Survival Inc. (MSI) specializes in manufacturing advanced breathing systems and simulators for high-risk environments. Their primary products include cutting-edge surface and underground rebreather systems, designed to facilitate voice communications while protecting users from hazardous environments. MSI's products are widely used in mining, high-rise escape, and rescue missions, with a focus on ensuring user safety and facilitating self-escape. Notably, their Self-Contained Self-Rescuer (SCSR) is renowned for its longevity, making MSI a trusted provider in the industry.

Myolyn

Seed Round in 2017
Myolyn is a medical technology company focused on enhancing health and human performance for individuals with neurological impairments, particularly those living with paralysis. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, Myolyn develops neurorehabilitation devices that utilize electrical stimulation to facilitate muscle contraction and enable functional movement. Their flagship product, the MyoCycle, is a therapeutic exercise system designed specifically for individuals with spastic paralysis, allowing them to engage in load-bearing cycling exercises to regain mobility and independence. By leveraging advanced robotics and automation, Myolyn aims to improve the quality of life for patients experiencing muscle weakness due to conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.

BlinkBio

Venture Round in 2017
BlinkBio is a biotechnology company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Jupiter, Florida, focused on developing innovative drug conjugate therapies for cancer treatment. The company leverages its Bioorthogonal Linker ("BLink") chemistries through a platform known as Tunable Drug Conjugates (TDCs). This platform features a modular toolbox of components, including ligands, linkers, and payloads, designed to enhance the selective delivery of toxins directly to cancer cells while minimizing harm to healthy cells. By enabling rapid payload release within tumors and quick systemic clearance of the drug conjugates, BlinkBio aims to improve the safety and efficacy of cancer treatments, thus advancing therapeutic options for patients.

FreshSurety

Seed Round in 2017
FreshSurety Inc. is a technology company specializing in food freshness measurement through its innovative FreshSurety system. Founded in 2013 and based in Winter Park, Florida, the company develops disposable sensors that monitor and communicate critical data such as temperature, moisture, and metabolites in real-time. This system provides detailed information on food quality at the carton and pallet levels, enhancing inventory management for food producers, shippers, and retailers. FreshSurety's technology includes proprietary algorithms that predict the current and future Net Present Value (NPV) of perishable goods, enabling users to optimize inventory and reduce waste. By converting standard packaging into "Smart Containers," FreshSurety delivers insights that allow supply chain managers to make informed decisions, significantly improving the accuracy of freshness assessments compared to traditional methods. Their approach not only enhances food safety and reduces waste but also enables consumers to make better choices regarding food consumption. The company’s advanced algorithms have shown high accuracy in detecting food spoilage, positioning FreshSurety as a leader in food freshness technology.

Multicore Photonics

Seed Round in 2017
Multicore Photonics is focused on the design and packaging of advanced fiber optic sensors and instrumentation utilizing MCF fiber technology, originally developed at the University of Central Florida’s College of Optics and Photonics. The company's sensors are capable of measuring temperature, pressure, chemical properties, flow, and structural conditions at temperatures exceeding 1000 degrees Celsius. These capabilities enable industries to monitor and control their assets effectively, facilitating improved asset performance monitoring. By utilizing Multicore Photonics' technologies, companies can enhance their asset management strategies, reduce lifecycle costs, and achieve a competitive edge through methods such as Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Condition Based Maintenance (CBM). The focus on real-time information and comprehensive visibility into asset conditions supports the optimization of operations, maintenance, and corporate goals, ultimately contributing to increased profitability and enhanced asset performance.

Mine Survival

Venture Round in 2017
Mine Survival Inc. (MSI) specializes in manufacturing advanced breathing systems and simulators for high-risk environments. Their primary products include cutting-edge surface and underground rebreather systems, designed to facilitate voice communications while protecting users from hazardous environments. MSI's products are widely used in mining, high-rise escape, and rescue missions, with a focus on ensuring user safety and facilitating self-escape. Notably, their Self-Contained Self-Rescuer (SCSR) is renowned for its longevity, making MSI a trusted provider in the industry.

Amend Surgical

Seed Round in 2017
Amend Surgical is a company dedicated to enhancing the healing and regenerative capacity of bone grafts, primarily in orthopedic, spine, and dental surgery applications. The firm specializes in developing and manufacturing a range of natural and synthetic bone graft substitutes. These products combine the osteoinductive properties of demineralized bone with the osteostimulative capabilities of 45S5 bioactive glass. This innovative approach enables healthcare professionals to treat patients more effectively in terms of bone healing and dental procedures, reflecting Amend Surgical's commitment to advancing the science of orthobiologics.

SegAna

Venture Round in 2017
SegAna, LLC is a medical device company based in Orlando, Florida, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-based platform called RTapp, designed to enhance the radiation treatment of cancer. RTapp equips radiation oncology teams with advanced technology that automatically visualizes daily anatomical changes during treatment, allowing for more accurate tracking of tumor locations. This capability helps identify treatment plans at risk and predicts when these plans may exceed safety constraints, ultimately protecting healthy tissue from unnecessary radiation exposure.

VetCV

Seed Round in 2017
VetCV, Inc. is a technology company based in Pensacola, Florida, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing web and mobile applications designed to assist veterans, their families, and caregivers in managing essential information. The application allows users to track healthcare activities, schedule appointments, and manage significant life events, as well as store vital medical, military, and personal records. Additionally, VetCV provides resources for career development, education, and reintegration, enabling users to access and share information securely from anywhere at any time. The platform aims to match veterans' skills and experiences acquired during their service with appropriate job opportunities, facilitating a smoother transition into civilian life.

Kyndermed

Venture Round in 2017
KynderMed is a recently formed Women’s Health Company initially focused on reducing the human tragedy and economic burden caused by preterm birth. The first initiative is a simple, non-invasive sleep mask that inhibits preterm labor, making preterm birth less likely.

Curtiss Healthcare

Seed Round in 2017
Curtiss Healthcare is a biopharmaceutical company that develops a platform of new vaccines designed to improve food quality and safety and help treat and prevent serious infections in humans and animals. It develops Salmonella vaccine vector platform that can be used to develop vaccines against bacterial, viral, or parasite pathogen in animal species and humans. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Alachua, Florida.

Myolyn

Venture Round in 2017
Myolyn is a medical technology company focused on enhancing health and human performance for individuals with neurological impairments, particularly those living with paralysis. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, Myolyn develops neurorehabilitation devices that utilize electrical stimulation to facilitate muscle contraction and enable functional movement. Their flagship product, the MyoCycle, is a therapeutic exercise system designed specifically for individuals with spastic paralysis, allowing them to engage in load-bearing cycling exercises to regain mobility and independence. By leveraging advanced robotics and automation, Myolyn aims to improve the quality of life for patients experiencing muscle weakness due to conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.

TAO Connect

Series A in 2017
TAO Connect, Inc. offers an online treatment program designed to address various mental health issues, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety, panic, and more. The company's cognitive behavioral treatment module enables patients to actively engage in behavioral change while allowing clinicians to monitor progress and symptom changes over time. This module features online educational resources, video conferencing, text messaging, push notifications, and daily practice assignments accessible via smartphones. Additionally, TAO Connect provides treatments for substance abuse recovery, mindfulness, depression, and trauma, as well as training for its treatment modules. The services are utilized by a diverse range of organizations, including college counseling centers, wellness centers, employee assistance programs, outpatient clinics, VA medical centers, and private practitioners. Founded in 2014 and based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, TAO Connect is dedicated to making mental health treatment more affordable and accessible, particularly for individuals who have historically faced barriers to care.

Aviana Molecular Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Aviana Molecular Technologies is a development stage diagnostic company focused on creating innovative point-of-care diagnostic devices aimed at detecting infections in both human and veterinary healthcare. The company's platform technology utilizes highly sensitive biosensors that enable the identification of specific infections within 15 to 20 minutes, allowing for rapid diagnosis by both medical professionals and non-lab-trained healthcare workers. This efficiency is crucial in facilitating timely treatment and controlling the spread of diseases. The adaptable nature of Aviana's technology makes it suitable for use in both advanced healthcare systems and resource-limited environments, thereby broadening its potential impact in diverse settings.

Robotics Unlimited

Venture Round in 2016
Robotics Unlimited is focused on developing innovative robotic solutions that enhance mobility across diverse terrains. Their flagship product, the Outrunner, is a legged ground drone designed for the toy market, capable of running at speeds up to 20 mph while maintaining a battery life of two hours. This agile and all-terrain platform addresses the limitations of traditional wheeled and tracked robots, offering superior performance and energy efficiency for various indoor and outdoor applications. Engineered for mass production, the Outrunner combines high-speed capabilities with a low manufacturing cost, catering to both toy enthusiasts and the broader robotics market.

Stonevault

Seed Round in 2016
StoneVault is a web-based application designed for tax preparers, created by accountants to enhance operational efficiency. The platform offers a cloud-based document storage solution that streamlines workflows and improves productivity. Key features include e-signature tools, online client invoicing, a financial statement generator, and secure document delivery. By providing financial professionals with a reliable and accessible means to store and manage documents, StoneVault aims to eliminate outdated office procedures and optimize resource utilization in the tax preparation process.

Verigo

Venture Round in 2016
Verigo is a company based in Gainesville, Florida, that specializes in logistics and supply chain solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and quality of sensitive and perishable products. By providing visibility, accountability, and traceability throughout the supply chain, Verigo helps to reduce supply chain abuse. The company utilizes a combination of proprietary research technology from the University of Florida and custom engineering to develop its offerings. Their comprehensive hardware and software platform includes tools for monitoring critical environmental factors, such as temperature and relative humidity, ensuring that products remain safe and compliant during transit. As of April 2018, Verigo operates as a subsidiary of AgroFresh Solutions, Inc.

Omninox

Seed Round in 2016
Omninox is an educational technology platform designed to enhance teacher productivity and streamline online learning. By significantly reducing the time spent on assignment creation and grading—from hours to mere minutes—Omninox allows educators to focus more on mentoring and engaging with students. The platform's distinct feature is its capability to grade long-answer questions, complemented by an extensive open question bank of over 4,000 questions spanning more than 12 subjects, developed in collaboration with publishers and educators. Through its digital interactive materials, preparation guides, and customized practice questions, Omninox aims to eliminate redundancies in teaching and improve overall learning outcomes.

SegAna

Venture Round in 2016
SegAna, LLC is a medical device company based in Orlando, Florida, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a cloud-based platform called RTapp, designed to enhance the radiation treatment of cancer. RTapp equips radiation oncology teams with advanced technology that automatically visualizes daily anatomical changes during treatment, allowing for more accurate tracking of tumor locations. This capability helps identify treatment plans at risk and predicts when these plans may exceed safety constraints, ultimately protecting healthy tissue from unnecessary radiation exposure.

Elevated Careers

Angel Round in 2016
Elevated Careers is a job matching platform based in Los Angeles, California. Originally a subsidiary of eHarmony, Inc., it is now part of Candidate.Guru, Inc. The platform offers a comprehensive solution for employee engagement, employment branding, and recruitment. It uniquely assesses organizational culture and matches job candidates to companies by evaluating cultural fit, skills, and personality traits. This innovative approach aims to enhance the hiring process by ensuring a more compatible and effective workforce alignment.

BioTork

Venture Round in 2016
BioTork, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Gainesville, Florida, that specializes in developing microbial strains and bioconversion processes to transform biomass into bio-based chemical commodities. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on producing a variety of valuable products, including lipids, fuels, enzymes, and plastics, from renewable feedstocks. BioTork also explores innovative waste-to-food solutions aimed at enhancing the production of omega-rich fish feed from agricultural by-products. By prioritizing sustainability, the company contributes to sectors such as aquaculture, animal feed, and renewable energy, while also addressing food waste reduction. Through its advanced biotechnology platform, BioTork supports businesses in improving fermentation processes and reducing costs associated with production.

Partnering In Innovation

Seed Round in 2016
Partnering in Innovation, Inc. (Pi-Innovation) offers a fundamentally different, highly efficient, gas separation and capture system capable of reducing the cost, net parasitic energy, material, and scaling limitations inherent in current state-of-the-art systems.

DealCoachPro

Convertible Note in 2016
DealCoachPro provides cloud-based software tailored for mid-market to enterprise sales teams in the US and UK. The company's patented technology enhances deal pursuit by integrating seamlessly with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, thereby eliminating the need for double entry by sales professionals. It utilizes visual heat maps to clarify deal legitimacy and assess buyer relationship status, while guiding sellers on actionable steps to strengthen these relationships. By assessing buyer intent and identifying gaps, DealCoachPro fosters engaging sales strategy discussions and highlights vulnerabilities in deals. This data-driven approach to deal coaching and digital collaboration empowers revenue teams to improve sales effectiveness and increase win rates.

BluAzu

Funding Round in 2016
BluAzu is a consumer electronics company that offers an American-made GPS location tracker that combines GPS/Cellular with Bluetooth and vibration sensors in a single, smart, and powerful device. The company specializes in the fields of ATV tracking and anti-theft, child tracking, pet tracking, and rental fleet tracking. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Gainesville, Florida.

Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems

Venture Round in 2016
Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based diagnostic imaging solutions for the examination and detection of diabetic retinopathy. The company offers a comprehensive retinal telemedicine platform that integrates patient identification, examination processes, and billing workflows to enhance efficiency and reimbursement. Its software features a bi-directional EHR interface that diagnoses serious retinal conditions, provides customized care plans, and supports risk adjustment factor (RAF) eligible diagnoses. The platform allows for real-time image reading and classification by human screeners, as well as remote consultations with specialists. Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems serves a diverse clientele, including primary healthcare providers, physicians, insurers, employers, and care organizations across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, the company has established strategic partnerships with institutions like the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition and the Lions Eye Institute to further its mission in preventative eye care.

Panacea Oyster Co-Op

Series A in 2016
Panacea Oyster is dedicated to producing high-quality oysters through an innovative aquaculture ranching platform. The company emphasizes the unique taste qualities of oysters that reflect their natural environment, resulting in a product known for its perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors. Panacea's ranching process ensures that the oysters are naturally clean, meatier, and easier to shuck, enhancing the overall consumer experience. In addition to oyster cultivation, the company operates a water filtering system, hatchery, nursery, and a wholesale processing and pasteurization plant. This comprehensive approach enables Panacea to deliver fresh, high-quality oysters while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and preservation of natural resources.

DigiGroup Holdings

Seed Round in 2016
DigiGroup Holdings specializes in developing and commercializing technology focused on website accessibility and digital solutions. The company prioritizes client demand and original research to create products that ensure compliance with ADA Title III regulations, which not only fulfill legal requirements but also enhance a business’s search engine optimization. DigiGroup's flagship offering is BOSPaaS, a proprietary cloud-based platform that provides comprehensive functionality and customer-facing accessibility compliance. Additionally, the company offers Adot Pro, a cost-effective solution designed to protect website owners from potential lawsuits related to accessibility issues. This product can be implemented across a hosting provider's portfolio, delivering added value to clients while helping providers maintain compliance. DigiGroup Holdings aims to simplify web accessibility and improve marketability through its integrated services, making it a one-stop destination for clients seeking digital solutions.

Ovation Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2016
Ovation Diagnostics LLC is a cancer diagnostics company focused on enhancing the detection of ovarian cancer in women. Founded in 2014 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, the company is developing diagnostic technologies that measure B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) levels in urine samples. This includes a laboratory assay and a rapid lateral flow test, both of which utilize a novel biomarker present in the urine of ovarian cancer patients. These tests aim to provide an efficient, noninvasive, and affordable method for early and accurate detection of ovarian cancer, addressing the limitations of existing tests that often fail to identify the disease at its early stages. By improving specificity and sensitivity in detection, Ovation Diagnostics seeks to significantly impact survival rates for women affected by this cancer.

Auxadyne

Seed Round in 2016
Auxadyne, LLC is a Florida-based company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and commercializing auxetic polyurethane foam products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Keystone Heights, the company produces the only commercially available auxetic polyurethane foam padding, which has diverse applications in protective equipment, orthotic and prosthetic medical devices, athletic gear, and military protective equipment. Auxadyne's patented technology allows for dynamic pressure management in products such as medical braces, pressure-relieving devices, sports helmets, and military body armor. The company gained recognition in 2019 when it won the NFL HeadHealth Tech VI competition, further advancing its technology for football helmet padding.

Mend VIP

Venture Round in 2016
Mend VIP operates in the technology sector and focuses on fitness and healthcare. It offers a telemedicine and telehealth app. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.

Mine Survival

Venture Round in 2016
Mine Survival Inc. (MSI) specializes in manufacturing advanced breathing systems and simulators for high-risk environments. Their primary products include cutting-edge surface and underground rebreather systems, designed to facilitate voice communications while protecting users from hazardous environments. MSI's products are widely used in mining, high-rise escape, and rescue missions, with a focus on ensuring user safety and facilitating self-escape. Notably, their Self-Contained Self-Rescuer (SCSR) is renowned for its longevity, making MSI a trusted provider in the industry.

Schoolflow

Venture Round in 2016
Schoolflow is an educational software company that offers tools designed to enhance the academic experience for both students and instructors. The company has developed a mobile application for iOS that allows students to effortlessly import and track their homework, quizzes, and assignments with a single click. This app is currently being piloted at the University of Central Florida, one of the largest universities in the United States. For instructors, Schoolflow provides the Via Response cloud service, which facilitates real-time polling of students during classes to boost engagement. Via Response has garnered a significant user base, with over 900 instructors and 40,000 students registered, and is utilized by several institutions, including the University of Central Florida, City University of New York, Auburn University, and the University of South Florida.

Social Evidence

Seed Round in 2016
Social Evidence, LLC specializes in developing a cloud-based application designed for attorneys and legal professionals. The platform facilitates the efficient collection, organization, and analysis of social media histories pertaining to clients, witnesses, experts, and prospective clients. By providing tools that enable users to search for and retrieve pertinent case-related information, Social Evidence ensures that the data is presented in a repeatable, admissible, and legally-defensible format. The company caters to solo practitioners and law firms, enhancing their ability to utilize social media evidence effectively in legal proceedings. Founded in 2015, Social Evidence is headquartered in Gainesville, Florida.

Peerfit

Venture Round in 2016
Peerfit, Inc. is a company that connects employers and employees with a wide range of fitness experiences. Founded in 2011 and based in Tampa, Florida, Peerfit offers a digital platform that allows companies to enhance their benefits programs by providing employees access to a network of fitness studios and gyms. Users can discover and reserve fitness classes that align with their interests, including yoga, crossfit, cycling, and boxing, all managed through a user-friendly dashboard. This approach encourages participation in fitness activities, promoting a healthier lifestyle among employees by utilizing workplace wellness funds.

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.

Intecrowd

Seed Round in 2016
Intecrowd LLC is a specialized provider of Workday services, primarily focused on payroll integration. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the company offers a range of services including Workday integration analysis, design, development, and maintenance, with an emphasis on payroll systems. Intecrowd also provides release management strategies, integration regression testing, and consulting for HR/IT ecosystem strategies. Additionally, the firm develops maintainable solutions and offers support for integration testing, ensuring that clients keep pace with updates from new Workday releases. As a dedicated Workday services partner, Intecrowd aims to help organizations efficiently deploy and manage their Workday applications.

Nanophotonica

Seed Round in 2016
Nanophotonica Inc. specializes in developing nanomaterials and production techniques that enhance the performance of optoelectronic devices, including displays and solar panels. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on improving device characteristics by providing materials that serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen. This functionality helps prevent the premature degradation of organic layers, thereby extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, Nanophotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors using cost-effective manufacturing processes that reduce material waste, enabling affordable and high-quality display solutions for various industries.

Myolyn

Venture Round in 2016
Myolyn is a medical technology company focused on enhancing health and human performance for individuals with neurological impairments, particularly those living with paralysis. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, Myolyn develops neurorehabilitation devices that utilize electrical stimulation to facilitate muscle contraction and enable functional movement. Their flagship product, the MyoCycle, is a therapeutic exercise system designed specifically for individuals with spastic paralysis, allowing them to engage in load-bearing cycling exercises to regain mobility and independence. By leveraging advanced robotics and automation, Myolyn aims to improve the quality of life for patients experiencing muscle weakness due to conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.

RxMP Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2016
RxMP Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative drugs for managing excessive bleeding. The company focuses on creating hemostatic agents derived from red cell-derived microparticles, which are produced through a scalable and cost-effective process using packed red blood cells. These agents are designed to be freeze-dried, ensuring long-term stability for easier storage and transport. By advancing its lead product, RMP-HPE, as a new hemostatic solution, RxMP Therapeutics aims to enhance patient outcomes in healthcare settings while also reducing the reliance on blood transfusions.

TAO Connect

Series A in 2016
TAO Connect, Inc. offers an online treatment program designed to address various mental health issues, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety, panic, and more. The company's cognitive behavioral treatment module enables patients to actively engage in behavioral change while allowing clinicians to monitor progress and symptom changes over time. This module features online educational resources, video conferencing, text messaging, push notifications, and daily practice assignments accessible via smartphones. Additionally, TAO Connect provides treatments for substance abuse recovery, mindfulness, depression, and trauma, as well as training for its treatment modules. The services are utilized by a diverse range of organizations, including college counseling centers, wellness centers, employee assistance programs, outpatient clinics, VA medical centers, and private practitioners. Founded in 2014 and based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, TAO Connect is dedicated to making mental health treatment more affordable and accessible, particularly for individuals who have historically faced barriers to care.

Biim Ultrasound

Venture Round in 2016
Biim Ultrasound is an emerging company in the ultrasound diagnostic imaging sector, with operational offices in Narvik, Norway; Boca Raton, USA; and Oulu, Finland. The company specializes in developing wireless, portable, and low-cost ultrasound devices that feature intuitive touchscreen interfaces. These devices are designed to be accessible to all medical professionals, facilitating ultrasound procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings. By prioritizing ease of use, Biim Ultrasound enables healthcare providers to concentrate on patient care rather than the technical aspects of the equipment, ultimately aiming to enhance patient outcomes at the point of care.

ClearSpec

Seed Round in 2015
ClearSpec, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced disposable medical devices aimed at enhancing women's healthcare. Founded in 2010 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, the company specializes in innovative speculum solutions that improve gynecological procedures. Its flagship product, the ClearSpec Single Use Vaginal Speculum, enhances visualization of the cervix, facilitating more effective examinations. Additionally, the ClearSpec LED Speculum Illuminator is designed to fit into the speculum handle, providing critical illumination during procedures. These devices support a variety of medical applications, including colposcopy, cervical biopsy, cryotherapy, and pap smears, thereby enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient care and improve the diagnosis and treatment of cervical diseases.

Paracosm

Venture Round in 2015
Paracosm Inc., based in Gainesville, Florida, is a cloud-based software company specializing in mobile 3D scanning solutions tailored for the construction industry. Founded in 2013, Paracosm offers innovative tools such as WorldBuilder, a mobile 3D scanning application that captures visual and depth information from mobile devices, and DarkRoom, a cloud processing system that manages and builds detailed 3D models. These solutions enable construction teams to monitor progress, enhance productivity, and improve documentation by allowing for frequent scanning of job sites. Paracosm's technology helps prevent rework and provides valuable insights into ongoing projects, making it an essential resource for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals, as well as industries like robotics and retail. The company operates as a subsidiary of Occipital, Inc.

Rapid Genomics

Seed Round in 2015
Rapid Genomics specializes in providing tailored genetic and genomic solutions aimed at enhancing agricultural efficiency. The company focuses on developing applications that improve the germplasm and breeding stock of crops and livestock, ultimately contributing to increased crop yields and healthier farm animals. Through its innovative technology, Rapid Genomics supports advancements in bioenergy, food production, and fiber generation, facilitating significant improvements in agricultural practices and genetic research. The overarching goal of the company is to foster a better quality of life through enhanced agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Intecrowd

Venture Round in 2015
Intecrowd LLC is a specialized provider of Workday services, primarily focused on payroll integration. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the company offers a range of services including Workday integration analysis, design, development, and maintenance, with an emphasis on payroll systems. Intecrowd also provides release management strategies, integration regression testing, and consulting for HR/IT ecosystem strategies. Additionally, the firm develops maintainable solutions and offers support for integration testing, ensuring that clients keep pace with updates from new Workday releases. As a dedicated Workday services partner, Intecrowd aims to help organizations efficiently deploy and manage their Workday applications.

Kairos AR

Venture Round in 2015
Kairos AR, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in face recognition and behavior analysis technologies. Established in 2010, the company develops software tools that enable developers to integrate advanced face recognition capabilities into their applications. Its offerings include a cloud-based face recognition API, a crowd analytics SDK that provides insights on demographics and focus in images and videos, and a server-based emotional analysis API for recognizing facial expressions. Additionally, Kairos AR provides IMRSV, a camera-enabled crowd analytics solution designed for marketers to gather continuous audience analytics. With a remote team operating globally, Kairos AR aims to simplify the complexities of face analysis technology for its diverse customer base.

Kyndermed

Venture Round in 2015
KynderMed is a recently formed Women’s Health Company initially focused on reducing the human tragedy and economic burden caused by preterm birth. The first initiative is a simple, non-invasive sleep mask that inhibits preterm labor, making preterm birth less likely.

Genetic Networks

Seed Round in 2015
Genetic Networks is a developer of a drug asset development platform that integrates a genome-wide functional assay to analyze drug activity. The company's platform employs applied modular biology to identify the optimal intersection between therapeutic targets and compounds across specific disease areas. By utilizing whole-genome genetic perturbation and analysis, Genetic Networks enables biopharmaceutical companies to enhance their decision-making processes, minimize risks, and streamline the discovery and development of candidate compounds for pre-clinical and clinical testing. This approach aims to provide insights that improve drug optimization and expand opportunities within the biopharma sector.

Aviana Molecular Technologies

Venture Round in 2015
Aviana Molecular Technologies is a development stage diagnostic company focused on creating innovative point-of-care diagnostic devices aimed at detecting infections in both human and veterinary healthcare. The company's platform technology utilizes highly sensitive biosensors that enable the identification of specific infections within 15 to 20 minutes, allowing for rapid diagnosis by both medical professionals and non-lab-trained healthcare workers. This efficiency is crucial in facilitating timely treatment and controlling the spread of diseases. The adaptable nature of Aviana's technology makes it suitable for use in both advanced healthcare systems and resource-limited environments, thereby broadening its potential impact in diverse settings.

Myolyn

Seed Round in 2015
Myolyn is a medical technology company focused on enhancing health and human performance for individuals with neurological impairments, particularly those living with paralysis. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, Myolyn develops neurorehabilitation devices that utilize electrical stimulation to facilitate muscle contraction and enable functional movement. Their flagship product, the MyoCycle, is a therapeutic exercise system designed specifically for individuals with spastic paralysis, allowing them to engage in load-bearing cycling exercises to regain mobility and independence. By leveraging advanced robotics and automation, Myolyn aims to improve the quality of life for patients experiencing muscle weakness due to conditions such as spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and strokes.

Robotics Unlimited

Venture Round in 2015
Robotics Unlimited is focused on developing innovative robotic solutions that enhance mobility across diverse terrains. Their flagship product, the Outrunner, is a legged ground drone designed for the toy market, capable of running at speeds up to 20 mph while maintaining a battery life of two hours. This agile and all-terrain platform addresses the limitations of traditional wheeled and tracked robots, offering superior performance and energy efficiency for various indoor and outdoor applications. Engineered for mass production, the Outrunner combines high-speed capabilities with a low manufacturing cost, catering to both toy enthusiasts and the broader robotics market.

Oqulus

Venture Round in 2015
Sentinel Diagnostic Imaging, Inc. is a medical image analysis company that provides innovative software to improve the precision and early detection of sight-threatening retinal vascular diseases. The Oqulus analysis system computes quantitative objective metrics characterizing the structure and health of the retinal vasculature from standard digital photographic images of the retina.

TransGenex Nanobiotech

Seed Round in 2015
TransGenex Nanobiotech Inc. is a Florida-based company established in 2004, specializing in nanobiotechnology. The company is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of nano-scale technologies aimed at creating innovative and cost-effective diagnostic and therapeutic agents for cancer and other inflammatory diseases. TransGenex has developed a unique fiber-inspired scaffold technology platform that facilitates the formation of multicellular tumor spheroids, which closely mimic actual tumors in vivo. This advancement enhances drug discovery and development processes, ultimately improving the prediction of clinical efficacy for personalized cancer treatments.

Entrinsic Bioscience

Venture Round in 2015
Entrinsic Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical stage biotechnology company based in Norwood, Massachusetts, with an additional location in Newberry, Florida. The company specializes in modulating epithelial transport membrane proteins through the use of functional amino acids, aiming to develop products in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and beverages. One of its key products is enterade, an oncology formula designed to alleviate side effects associated with cancer treatments. Originally founded as Entrinsic Health Solutions, the company was renamed Entrinsic Bioscience in March 2020. Its innovative approach leverages a bio-mapping and electrophysiology platform to discover novel biocatalysts, focusing on enhancing digestive function and hydration for both humans and animals.

ClearSpec

Venture Round in 2015
ClearSpec, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced disposable medical devices aimed at enhancing women's healthcare. Founded in 2010 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, the company specializes in innovative speculum solutions that improve gynecological procedures. Its flagship product, the ClearSpec Single Use Vaginal Speculum, enhances visualization of the cervix, facilitating more effective examinations. Additionally, the ClearSpec LED Speculum Illuminator is designed to fit into the speculum handle, providing critical illumination during procedures. These devices support a variety of medical applications, including colposcopy, cervical biopsy, cryotherapy, and pap smears, thereby enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient care and improve the diagnosis and treatment of cervical diseases.

Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems

Venture Round in 2015
Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based diagnostic imaging solutions for the examination and detection of diabetic retinopathy. The company offers a comprehensive retinal telemedicine platform that integrates patient identification, examination processes, and billing workflows to enhance efficiency and reimbursement. Its software features a bi-directional EHR interface that diagnoses serious retinal conditions, provides customized care plans, and supports risk adjustment factor (RAF) eligible diagnoses. The platform allows for real-time image reading and classification by human screeners, as well as remote consultations with specialists. Intelligent Retinal Imaging Systems serves a diverse clientele, including primary healthcare providers, physicians, insurers, employers, and care organizations across the United States. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, the company has established strategic partnerships with institutions like the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition and the Lions Eye Institute to further its mission in preventative eye care.

Oqulus

Debt Financing in 2015
Sentinel Diagnostic Imaging, Inc. is a medical image analysis company that provides innovative software to improve the precision and early detection of sight-threatening retinal vascular diseases. The Oqulus analysis system computes quantitative objective metrics characterizing the structure and health of the retinal vasculature from standard digital photographic images of the retina.

Biim Ultrasound

Venture Round in 2015
Biim Ultrasound is an emerging company in the ultrasound diagnostic imaging sector, with operational offices in Narvik, Norway; Boca Raton, USA; and Oulu, Finland. The company specializes in developing wireless, portable, and low-cost ultrasound devices that feature intuitive touchscreen interfaces. These devices are designed to be accessible to all medical professionals, facilitating ultrasound procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings. By prioritizing ease of use, Biim Ultrasound enables healthcare providers to concentrate on patient care rather than the technical aspects of the equipment, ultimately aiming to enhance patient outcomes at the point of care.

OBMedical

Venture Round in 2015
OBMedical Company specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of external maternal-fetal monitoring systems designed for laboring women. The company's flagship product, the LaborView sensor system, is a wireless electrode-based device that measures labor contractions and monitors the heart rates of both mothers and infants. This innovative system allows for greater mobility during labor by providing signal capture and digital signal processing. By enhancing the accuracy and comfort of monitoring, OBMedical aims to improve health outcomes and safety for mothers and their babies during pregnancy and labor. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newberry, Florida, with an additional office in Norcross, Georgia, OBMedical was sold to Philips Healthcare in late 2018. The technology behind the LaborView system was developed in collaboration with the University of Florida and Convergent Engineering, making it a significant advancement in obstetric care.

Biscayne Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2015
Biscayne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Miami, Florida, focused on developing therapies that leverage growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analogs. The company is engaged in creating GHRH antagonists aimed at treating various cancers, including castrate-resistant prostate cancer, and GHRH agonists intended for cardiac repair in patients with heart disease. Additionally, Biscayne Pharmaceuticals is involved in developing drugs for refractory epilepsy and drug-resistant cancer by targeting GHRH receptors, which play a critical role in stimulating growth hormone production for tissue growth and repair. Since its incorporation in 2012, the company has aimed to provide innovative treatments for patients with challenging medical conditions.

TAO Connect

Venture Round in 2014
TAO Connect, Inc. offers an online treatment program designed to address various mental health issues, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety, panic, and more. The company's cognitive behavioral treatment module enables patients to actively engage in behavioral change while allowing clinicians to monitor progress and symptom changes over time. This module features online educational resources, video conferencing, text messaging, push notifications, and daily practice assignments accessible via smartphones. Additionally, TAO Connect provides treatments for substance abuse recovery, mindfulness, depression, and trauma, as well as training for its treatment modules. The services are utilized by a diverse range of organizations, including college counseling centers, wellness centers, employee assistance programs, outpatient clinics, VA medical centers, and private practitioners. Founded in 2014 and based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, TAO Connect is dedicated to making mental health treatment more affordable and accessible, particularly for individuals who have historically faced barriers to care.

Verigo

Venture Round in 2014
Verigo is a company based in Gainesville, Florida, that specializes in logistics and supply chain solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and quality of sensitive and perishable products. By providing visibility, accountability, and traceability throughout the supply chain, Verigo helps to reduce supply chain abuse. The company utilizes a combination of proprietary research technology from the University of Florida and custom engineering to develop its offerings. Their comprehensive hardware and software platform includes tools for monitoring critical environmental factors, such as temperature and relative humidity, ensuring that products remain safe and compliant during transit. As of April 2018, Verigo operates as a subsidiary of AgroFresh Solutions, Inc.

Tandem

Seed Round in 2014
Tandem offers market research, innovation, and brand strategy for the modern luxury brand. With Tandem insights, understand the customer's lifetime value, how they engage with the brand and what truly motivates them to complete a purchase.

Integene International

Venture Round in 2014
Integene International LLC is a privately held biotechnology company based in Florida, focused on developing innovative treatments for vascular diseases, particularly those related to diabetes and its complications. The company has created a platform technology targeting conditions such as Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), obesity, and hyperglycemia. A key aspect of its research is the GenstemX protocol, designed specifically for treating ischemic diseases, with a primary focus on Critical Lower Limb Ischemia (CLI). Integene's approach combines gene and stem cell therapies, which have shown promising results in pre-clinical testing, offering hope for effective treatments for patients suffering from these vascular conditions.

Powers Device Technologies LLC.

Seed Round in 2014
Powers Device Technologies, LLC develops feedback sensor products to address the nutritional and distress tolerance needs of premature and low birth weight infants. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in St. Johns, Florida.

RxMP Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2014
RxMP Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative drugs for managing excessive bleeding. The company focuses on creating hemostatic agents derived from red cell-derived microparticles, which are produced through a scalable and cost-effective process using packed red blood cells. These agents are designed to be freeze-dried, ensuring long-term stability for easier storage and transport. By advancing its lead product, RMP-HPE, as a new hemostatic solution, RxMP Therapeutics aims to enhance patient outcomes in healthcare settings while also reducing the reliance on blood transfusions.

Powers Medical Devices

Seed Round in 2014
Powers Medical Devices specializes in developing innovative medical technology aimed at improving the health outcomes of premature and low birth weight infants in neonatal intensive care units. Their flagship product, the Pacifier Activated Lullaby (PAL), is designed to promote and reinforce non-nutritive sucking (NNS), a critical behavior for these infants. By providing positive auditory feedback, such as music or the mother's voice, in response to effective sucking, the device encourages infants to engage in this essential developmental activity. This approach not only supports their nutritional needs but also helps in managing distress, ultimately contributing to healthier futures for vulnerable newborns.

US Bioplastics

Seed Round in 2014
Gatoresi is a revolutionary, sustainable polymer that is bio-renewable, bio-degradable and water-degradable.

Verigo

Venture Round in 2014
Verigo is a company based in Gainesville, Florida, that specializes in logistics and supply chain solutions aimed at enhancing the safety and quality of sensitive and perishable products. By providing visibility, accountability, and traceability throughout the supply chain, Verigo helps to reduce supply chain abuse. The company utilizes a combination of proprietary research technology from the University of Florida and custom engineering to develop its offerings. Their comprehensive hardware and software platform includes tools for monitoring critical environmental factors, such as temperature and relative humidity, ensuring that products remain safe and compliant during transit. As of April 2018, Verigo operates as a subsidiary of AgroFresh Solutions, Inc.

Altavian

Venture Round in 2014
Altavian, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of open-architecture unmanned aerial systems (UAS) designed for data intelligence collection across various sectors, including commercial, civil, and defense. Founded in 2011 by graduates from the University of Florida, the company offers a range of products, including the Nova F7200 fixed-wing drone for aerial data acquisition, the Galaxy R8700 multirotor drone for smaller project areas, and a series of DSLR-based photogrammetric mapping payloads known as the Fusion series. Additionally, Altavian provides the Flare software suite, which facilitates in-flight control and management of its drones. These advanced UAS capabilities allow for high-detail data collection in challenging environments, offering a safer alternative to traditional data acquisition methods such as satellites and manned aircraft. Based in Gainesville, Florida, Altavian operates as a subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc. as of December 2020.

Entrinsic Bioscience

Venture Round in 2014
Entrinsic Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical stage biotechnology company based in Norwood, Massachusetts, with an additional location in Newberry, Florida. The company specializes in modulating epithelial transport membrane proteins through the use of functional amino acids, aiming to develop products in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and beverages. One of its key products is enterade, an oncology formula designed to alleviate side effects associated with cancer treatments. Originally founded as Entrinsic Health Solutions, the company was renamed Entrinsic Bioscience in March 2020. Its innovative approach leverages a bio-mapping and electrophysiology platform to discover novel biocatalysts, focusing on enhancing digestive function and hydration for both humans and animals.

TruVitals

Venture Round in 2014
TruVitals, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2011. The company specializes in non-contact, continuous monitoring of vital signs, including heartbeat and respiration, for both humans and animals. Its flagship technology, VitalOne, allows healthcare providers and veterinarians to monitor patients without the need for physical sensors attached to the body. TruVitals also offers a subscription service called VitalOne Webtrack, which enables users to track and report vital signs from multiple locations via the internet using personal portable devices. The technology aims to enhance patient care by allowing caregivers to detect changes in vital signs and respond to potential health issues in real time, ultimately improving the quality of care and reducing pain and suffering for patients.

flexEngage

Seed Round in 2014
flexEngage, Inc. is a software company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in receipts management and digital communications for retailers. Founded in 2014 and previously known as flexReceipts, the company focuses on transforming standard post-purchase interactions—such as receipts, order notifications, and packing slips—into personalized marketing channels that enhance customer engagement and drive additional sales. Its software not only eliminates the need for paper receipts but also allows retailers to incorporate social media links, videos, and customized offers into digital communications. By providing services that help clients like Under Armour and GNC better connect with their customers, flexEngage aims to reduce churn and increase brand loyalty. The company has developed a significant database of consumer shopping behavior, boasting 300 million transactions and 41 million unique consumer profiles, positioning itself as a vital tool for retailers seeking to compete effectively in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

eTect

Venture Round in 2014
eTect’s wireless in vivo communications platform empowers connected medicine. Our flagship product, ID-Cap, provides real-time information to the patients, caregivers, and others in the healthcare ecosystem. The average cost to develop a new drug averages $802M, of which the clinical trial phase may consume up to half. The cost per participant in a clinical trial can amount to tens of thousands of dollars and estimates indicate more than 8 million people participated in over 20,000 clinical drug trials in 2009. Clinical trials are the fundamental evaluation of safety and efficacy for a new drug. However, no one knows how many participants in clinical trials took their medications as prescribed. eTect has a solution: the ID-Cap. The ID-Cap includes a capsule with an embedded, ingestible wireless sensor and a wrist watch style reader. Each dose of medication is placed into an ID-Cap capsule, which emits a low power digital wireless message to the wrist watch after ingestion. The digital wireless message is then forwarded through the mobile web to the patient’s personal adherence record. Adherence information can be used by patients, healthcare providers, payers and clinical trial sponsors to monitor and improve medication compliance.

flexEngage

Seed Round in 2014
flexEngage, Inc. is a software company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in receipts management and digital communications for retailers. Founded in 2014 and previously known as flexReceipts, the company focuses on transforming standard post-purchase interactions—such as receipts, order notifications, and packing slips—into personalized marketing channels that enhance customer engagement and drive additional sales. Its software not only eliminates the need for paper receipts but also allows retailers to incorporate social media links, videos, and customized offers into digital communications. By providing services that help clients like Under Armour and GNC better connect with their customers, flexEngage aims to reduce churn and increase brand loyalty. The company has developed a significant database of consumer shopping behavior, boasting 300 million transactions and 41 million unique consumer profiles, positioning itself as a vital tool for retailers seeking to compete effectively in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Integene International

Seed Round in 2014
Integene International LLC is a privately held biotechnology company based in Florida, focused on developing innovative treatments for vascular diseases, particularly those related to diabetes and its complications. The company has created a platform technology targeting conditions such as Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), obesity, and hyperglycemia. A key aspect of its research is the GenstemX protocol, designed specifically for treating ischemic diseases, with a primary focus on Critical Lower Limb Ischemia (CLI). Integene's approach combines gene and stem cell therapies, which have shown promising results in pre-clinical testing, offering hope for effective treatments for patients suffering from these vascular conditions.

Vigilant Biosciences

Debt Financing in 2014
Vigilant Biosciences, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on the early detection and intervention of oral cancer. Founded in 2011 and based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company has developed non-invasive screening tests that utilize patented technology to measure specific biomarkers associated with oral cancer. Their product line, which includes the OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID Test and the OncAlert Labs OraMark Test, employs a simple oral rinse procedure that is easy for healthcare practitioners to administer. These tests are designed to provide accurate and cost-effective results, allowing for timely medical intervention before visual or physical symptoms arise. The OncAlert product line is clinically validated and has received CE Mark certification for markets outside the United States, with plans for wider availability through a CLIA certified laboratory in the U.S.

Shadow Health

Seed Round in 2014
Shadow Health, Inc. is an educational software developer based in Gainesville, Florida, focused on creating interactive learning environments for medical, nursing, and allied health students. Established in 2011, the company offers the Digital Clinical Experience, which enables students to engage in standardized simulated clinical experiences that enhance their critical thinking, communication, and procedural skills. The software includes health assessment, mental health, and gerontology products, allowing for immediate debriefing and feedback on clinical reasoning abilities. By simulating real-world scenarios, Shadow Health addresses the challenges faced by healthcare education, particularly in maintaining quality care amidst provider shortages. The company's resources not only help students improve their practical skills and patient interactions but also emphasize the importance of empathy and bedside manner in healthcare delivery. Through collaboration with educators and industry experts, Shadow Health aims to transform health professions education and foster a new generation of competent healthcare practitioners.

Tandem

Seed Round in 2014
Tandem offers market research, innovation, and brand strategy for the modern luxury brand. With Tandem insights, understand the customer's lifetime value, how they engage with the brand and what truly motivates them to complete a purchase.

TruVitals

Venture Round in 2013
TruVitals, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Gainesville, Florida, founded in 2011. The company specializes in non-contact, continuous monitoring of vital signs, including heartbeat and respiration, for both humans and animals. Its flagship technology, VitalOne, allows healthcare providers and veterinarians to monitor patients without the need for physical sensors attached to the body. TruVitals also offers a subscription service called VitalOne Webtrack, which enables users to track and report vital signs from multiple locations via the internet using personal portable devices. The technology aims to enhance patient care by allowing caregivers to detect changes in vital signs and respond to potential health issues in real time, ultimately improving the quality of care and reducing pain and suffering for patients.

TapShield

Venture Round in 2013
TapShield is a social safety app that uses crowdsourcing to provide safety and improved response time for its users. The company transforms smartphones into personalized safety devices and allows users to send real-time GPS location, caller identification, and nature of the incident to first responders within 5 seconds of an emergency. Its cloud-based incident management system, Shield Command, helps dispatch personnel monitor, manage, and respond to emergencies more effectively.

OBMedical

Venture Round in 2013
OBMedical Company specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of external maternal-fetal monitoring systems designed for laboring women. The company's flagship product, the LaborView sensor system, is a wireless electrode-based device that measures labor contractions and monitors the heart rates of both mothers and infants. This innovative system allows for greater mobility during labor by providing signal capture and digital signal processing. By enhancing the accuracy and comfort of monitoring, OBMedical aims to improve health outcomes and safety for mothers and their babies during pregnancy and labor. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newberry, Florida, with an additional office in Norcross, Georgia, OBMedical was sold to Philips Healthcare in late 2018. The technology behind the LaborView system was developed in collaboration with the University of Florida and Convergent Engineering, making it a significant advancement in obstetric care.

BioFront Technologies

Venture Round in 2013
BioFront Technologies is a Florida-based company specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic kits and reagents aimed at food safety and infectious disease markets. The company focuses on producing enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay (ELISA) kits and lateral flow devices (LFDs), specifically designed to aid food manufacturers in detecting and analyzing food allergens. Their flagship product, the MonoTrace ELISA kits, features a comprehensive line of monoclonal antibody-based assays that accurately identify and quantify trace amounts of food allergens in complex matrices. These kits utilize precisely defined sets of monoclonal antibodies, targeting major allergenic proteins found in foods or on food contact surfaces, thereby offering high specificity and sensitivity in food safety testing. BioFront's innovative approach minimizes cross-reactivity and food matrix interference, positioning the company as a reliable partner in ensuring food safety.

Paracosm

Seed Round in 2013
Paracosm Inc., based in Gainesville, Florida, is a cloud-based software company specializing in mobile 3D scanning solutions tailored for the construction industry. Founded in 2013, Paracosm offers innovative tools such as WorldBuilder, a mobile 3D scanning application that captures visual and depth information from mobile devices, and DarkRoom, a cloud processing system that manages and builds detailed 3D models. These solutions enable construction teams to monitor progress, enhance productivity, and improve documentation by allowing for frequent scanning of job sites. Paracosm's technology helps prevent rework and provides valuable insights into ongoing projects, making it an essential resource for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals, as well as industries like robotics and retail. The company operates as a subsidiary of Occipital, Inc.

Spyglass Technologies

Seed Round in 2013
Spyglass Technologies specializes in developing sensors and software for real-time monitoring of water biochemistry. The company's technology delivers rapid water quality data, providing chemical and biological insights within hours, significantly faster than traditional laboratory methods that can take days or weeks. By employing networks of automated portable laboratories, Spyglass enables water-intensive industries to effectively monitor freshwater and ocean environments, facilitating the detection of contaminated drinking water. Their solutions support customers in optimizing water recycling programs, conserving global water resources, and exploring new energy sources, thereby addressing critical challenges in water management and sustainability.

OBMedical

Venture Round in 2013
OBMedical Company specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of external maternal-fetal monitoring systems designed for laboring women. The company's flagship product, the LaborView sensor system, is a wireless electrode-based device that measures labor contractions and monitors the heart rates of both mothers and infants. This innovative system allows for greater mobility during labor by providing signal capture and digital signal processing. By enhancing the accuracy and comfort of monitoring, OBMedical aims to improve health outcomes and safety for mothers and their babies during pregnancy and labor. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newberry, Florida, with an additional office in Norcross, Georgia, OBMedical was sold to Philips Healthcare in late 2018. The technology behind the LaborView system was developed in collaboration with the University of Florida and Convergent Engineering, making it a significant advancement in obstetric care.

Vigilant Biosciences

Venture Round in 2013
Vigilant Biosciences, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on the early detection and intervention of oral cancer. Founded in 2011 and based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the company has developed non-invasive screening tests that utilize patented technology to measure specific biomarkers associated with oral cancer. Their product line, which includes the OncAlert Oral Cancer RAPID Test and the OncAlert Labs OraMark Test, employs a simple oral rinse procedure that is easy for healthcare practitioners to administer. These tests are designed to provide accurate and cost-effective results, allowing for timely medical intervention before visual or physical symptoms arise. The OncAlert product line is clinically validated and has received CE Mark certification for markets outside the United States, with plans for wider availability through a CLIA certified laboratory in the U.S.

ClearSpec

Venture Round in 2013
ClearSpec, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced disposable medical devices aimed at enhancing women's healthcare. Founded in 2010 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, the company specializes in innovative speculum solutions that improve gynecological procedures. Its flagship product, the ClearSpec Single Use Vaginal Speculum, enhances visualization of the cervix, facilitating more effective examinations. Additionally, the ClearSpec LED Speculum Illuminator is designed to fit into the speculum handle, providing critical illumination during procedures. These devices support a variety of medical applications, including colposcopy, cervical biopsy, cryotherapy, and pap smears, thereby enabling healthcare providers to enhance patient care and improve the diagnosis and treatment of cervical diseases.

Biscayne Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2013
Biscayne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Miami, Florida, focused on developing therapies that leverage growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analogs. The company is engaged in creating GHRH antagonists aimed at treating various cancers, including castrate-resistant prostate cancer, and GHRH agonists intended for cardiac repair in patients with heart disease. Additionally, Biscayne Pharmaceuticals is involved in developing drugs for refractory epilepsy and drug-resistant cancer by targeting GHRH receptors, which play a critical role in stimulating growth hormone production for tissue growth and repair. Since its incorporation in 2012, the company has aimed to provide innovative treatments for patients with challenging medical conditions.

BioFront Technologies

Venture Round in 2013
BioFront Technologies is a Florida-based company specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic kits and reagents aimed at food safety and infectious disease markets. The company focuses on producing enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay (ELISA) kits and lateral flow devices (LFDs), specifically designed to aid food manufacturers in detecting and analyzing food allergens. Their flagship product, the MonoTrace ELISA kits, features a comprehensive line of monoclonal antibody-based assays that accurately identify and quantify trace amounts of food allergens in complex matrices. These kits utilize precisely defined sets of monoclonal antibodies, targeting major allergenic proteins found in foods or on food contact surfaces, thereby offering high specificity and sensitivity in food safety testing. BioFront's innovative approach minimizes cross-reactivity and food matrix interference, positioning the company as a reliable partner in ensuring food safety.

Garmor

Seed Round in 2013
Garmor is an advanced materials startup based in Orlando, concentrating on the development of low-cost, low-weight, and high-strength materials derived from technology at the University of Central Florida. Founded by CEO Anastasia Canavan, Garmor has created a cost-effective method for producing high-quality graphene, a versatile carbon-based material. Despite the discovery of graphene nearly a decade ago, the challenge of commercializing its mass production at affordable prices has persisted. Garmor aims to address this gap by targeting high-volume industries, particularly in the reinforced materials sector, where graphene can significantly enhance performance. The company's graphene is designed for use in applications such as thermoplastics, thermoset plastics, resins, and fiberglass composites. The resulting products benefit from increased strength, reduced cost, and lightweight characteristics, making them suitable for various transportation and construction applications.

NeuroNet Learning

Seed Round in 2013
NeuroNet Learning, Inc. is an educational software company established in 2010 and based in Gainesville, Florida. The organization specializes in developing research-based learning readiness programs aimed at enhancing children's fluency in essential skills such as reading, math, and handwriting. NeuroNet's approach is grounded in four key concepts: fostering independent learning through observation and hands-on problem solving, promoting speed and accuracy in foundational skills, encouraging practice to achieve fluency, and emphasizing self-evaluation as a motivator for improvement. By utilizing engaging videos and graphics, NeuroNet seeks to create an effective learning environment that supports children's educational development.
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