HBS Alumni Angels

FORTË empowers global fitness brands to create premium digital platforms cost-effectively. It installs proprietary hardware and software at clients' locations, providing customized websites and mobile apps for live and on-demand classes. Users can interact with communities, track performance, participate in challenges, and access content from renowned studios like UFC, Curves, and YMCA.

Aren, Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at enhancing the assessment and management of civil infrastructure. The platform employs data-driven decision-making and risk management techniques to minimize the potential for infrastructure failure while optimizing budget allocations for global infrastructure projects. Utilizing advanced technologies such as computer vision and machine learning, Aren provides a cost-effective and automated approach to asset management, enabling engineers and asset owners to make informed decisions and effectively manage risks associated with their infrastructure assets.

Daivergent Inc. is a company focused on creating employment opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent populations. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Daivergent operates a platform that connects these individuals with enterprise clients seeking workforce solutions. The platform provides a range of services, including data entry, quality assurance, and training data generation, facilitating the integration of neurodiverse talent into various industries, such as artificial intelligence and healthcare. By offering a reimbursable job-readiness and care delivery platform, Daivergent aims to empower its users and meet the growing demand for skilled workers in data-related tasks, while also helping companies efficiently fulfill their data-labeling needs.

TruMarx Data Partners, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing and operating a cloud-based software platform designed for automating the negotiation and execution of off-exchange bilateral transactions. Its primary product, COMET, facilitates the negotiation and completion of customized over-the-counter transactions by allowing subscribers to publish requirements, engage in one-to-one negotiations, and receive automated transaction confirmations. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, TruMarx Data Partners has regional offices in Westport, Connecticut; Houston, Texas; and Tampa, Florida. The company's solutions aim to enhance profitability, streamline compliance, and improve trading efficiency for its clients, ultimately providing them with a significant competitive edge in the market.

Capillary Biomedical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Irvine, California, established in 2014 as a spin-out from the Artificial Pancreas Center at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College. The company focuses on developing innovative technologies for diabetes management, aiming to simplify the processes of glucose monitoring and insulin delivery. Their signature product features a kink-proof, flexible, multiport cannula designed to enhance the reliability and comfort of insulin delivery. This user-friendly device allows for simple one-handed insertion, enabling diabetes patients to better manage their blood glucose levels and alleviating some of the burdens associated with diabetes on both individuals and the healthcare system.

Carepoynt operates a platform offering a healthcare rewards program, connecting consumers with providers, employers, payers, and partners. It aims to enhance healthcare experiences, encourage healthy living, and improve outcomes through its Rewardsware for Healthcare™ platform.

Founded in 2016, Cognovi Labs develops proprietary AI technology that integrates deep machine learning with behavioral psychology. This enables real-time analysis of textual data to predict human decisions and emotions, providing actionable insights for businesses to make informed decisions and shape outcomes.

Front Range Biosciences, Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company focused on the breeding and production of innovative plants and seeds in the hemp, coffee, and cannabis sectors. Founded in 2015 and based in Lafayette, Colorado, the company specializes in tissue culture propagation and the development of high-value crops at scale, improving the consistency and efficiency of clone and seed production. Front Range Biosciences features a Clean Stock program which supplies disease- and pest-free plants to farmers while offering data-driven breeding solutions aimed at enhancing commercially relevant traits. The company also provides rooted cuttings, pre-finished plants, and feminized hemp seeds, enabling cultivators to increase yields, reduce disease prevalence, and develop novel strains, ultimately contributing to modern agricultural practices in these industries. Additional offices in Wisconsin, California, and Spain support its operations and research initiatives.

ExplORer Surgical Corp. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing an interactive surgical playbook aimed at enhancing teamwork and efficiency in operating rooms. Founded in 2013, the company offers a software solution that allows healthcare providers to optimize surgical workflows, customize processes based on patient needs and surgeon preferences, and track case progression in real time. This tool facilitates improved communication among surgical teams, enabling them to coordinate activities and manage tools and supplies effectively, ultimately reducing disruptions and waste. Additionally, ExplORer Surgical provides administrators with valuable performance and scheduling data to enhance the quality of care. The company's innovative approach not only supports surgical teams but also assists medical device companies in the efficient rollout of new devices and improves medical education.

SafeRide Health is a healthcare technology company specializing in non-emergency medical transportation. Its platform leverages AI and data analytics to enhance patient experience, improve population health, and optimize fleet management for healthcare providers.

ClapMe is an online platform that enables artists worldwide to broadcast interactive live shows, allowing them to present their work and engage with fans in real-time through chat and video. Launched in 2011, ClapMe connects communication and technology groups by offering quality live and on-demand content. This platform not only facilitates the performance of artists from any location but also provides them with opportunities to monetize their interactions with fans, making it a valuable tool for both creators and audiences.

Somabar, Inc. is a company that develops and manufactures a robotic bartending appliance designed for home use and commercial settings. The appliance features an application-controlled system that can mix a wide variety of craft cocktails in just ten seconds, utilizing precise ingredient measurement and automated cleaning capabilities. With a durable design rated for 1,500 hours of continuous use, the machine can produce approximately 500,000 drinks. Somabar's technology has been tested in various restaurant locations in Los Angeles, demonstrating an increase in beverage revenue by an average of 30% and a reduction in beverage labor costs by approximately 65%. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Angeles, California, Somabar was formerly known as Janglowe Holdings, Inc., changing its name in March 2017.

Citelighter is a web-based academic research tool designed to streamline the research and paper writing process. It enables users to efficiently find and capture unique facts from online sources, while also automating the citation generation and bibliography creation. The platform offers features that assist in developing project outlines and aggregating personalized content, enhancing the overall quality of written work. Citelighter's fact-recommendation system indexes captured information, providing users with relevant suggestions to improve their research efforts. By leveraging a community of students, Citelighter enhances its database of valuable content, allowing users to conduct research more effectively.

Pixoneye is a data analytics SaaS company, which analyses and provides consumer insights via platform dashboard by using machine learning on mobile users' photo-galleries to create advanced user segmentations. They harness the full potential of image understanding on mobile devices to provide the ultimate key to capture the consumer's ever-changing needs. They redefine personalized marketing by offering unparalleled predictive accuracy and actionable clustering and can be integrated with client's CRM system, marketing automation, and/or ad-serving platform, etc. Pixoneye's picture-perfect solutions ensure you'll never be left out of the consumer's picture.

AdvisorConnect is a platform designed to accelerate sales for financial advisors and insurance agents. It uses AI-driven technology to automate workflows, analyze network data in real-time, and facilitate strategic decision-making in product marketing and content.

Twigtale is a company that specializes in providing personalized and accessible expert advice for parents navigating significant transitions in their children's lives, such as welcoming a new baby, relocating, or dealing with serious issues like illness or loss. The company develops a platform that allows parents to create personalized children's books and videos, enhancing their ability to engage with their children on these important topics. By offering guidance crafted by child development experts and tailored by parents, Twigtale aims to empower families with informative resources that facilitate meaningful conversations and support healthy child development. The company's customer base includes parents, as well as various groups and partners seeking to enhance their parenting approaches.

Slidejoy Inc. is a mobile application developer based in New York, established in 2014. The company offers an Android app that transforms users' lock screens into platforms for displaying advertisements, promotions, and trending news. By opting to view these ads, users earn reward points that can be redeemed for cash, products, or charitable contributions. Slidejoy aims to enhance the advertising experience by making it engaging and valuable for consumers, thereby facilitating a model where mobile services and applications can be offered for free. As of January 2017, Slidejoy operates as a subsidiary of Buzzvil Co., Ltd.

Better Mobile Security is a Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) solution provider that uses predictive AI technology to identify and stop mobile security threats without compromising end-user productivity or privacy. Better MTD’s predictive protection comes from its Deep Thinker AI platform that applies artificial intelligence and learning models to identify known and unknown threats at the device, network, and application levels. It also works seamlessly with leading Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) solutions to protect corporate resources and can be easily deployed to vast mobile networks with just a few clicks. Better Mobile Security solution also integrates with Microsoft Intune and Azure AD(AAD) single sign-on. The company's security platform combines sophisticated machine learning / artificial intelligence with its real-time threat intelligence to automatically detect attacks from malware, network, OS vulnerabilities, out-of-date operating systems, and many other breaches. It protects mobile devices and invaluable enterprise data from malware, network, and OS-layer attacks.

NuCurrent is a Chicago-based developer and manufacturer of wireless power technologies, founded in 2009. It designs, fabricates, and integrates wireless power antennas, surface-mount inductors, and inductive coils for low- and high-frequency systems, and provides custom-designed prototypes. The company offers high-efficiency antennas and components suitable for a range of applications, and supports rapid prototyping and integration for OEMs and system integrators. Its wireless power solutions comply with major standards including A4WP, Qi, and PMA, enabling collaboration with automotive, consumer, industrial, IoT, mobile, and wearable device manufacturers. By focusing on optimized designs and manufacturing techniques, NuCurrent aims to deliver higher efficiency, smaller form factors, greater durability, and lower costs in wireless power deployment.

Sandstone Diagnostics is a Bay Area biotech company developing instruments and consumables for point-of-care medical testing. Sandstone’s lead product, Trak, is a consumer semen analysis platform that provides a simple and accurate way to monitor sperm quality from the comfort of home. Trak is a tool for men to take charge of their fertility, boost their sperm quality, and improve their chances of conception. Sandstone was co-founded in 2012 by Ph.D. scientists developing medical technologies for national defense applications at Sandia National Laboratories.

AllTheRooms is a metasearch platform for lodging that aggregates search results from a wide portfolio of accommodation websites, combining hotels with homestay options into a single interface to help travelers search for and compare short-term rental options. The platform is designed to assist vacation rental owners, property managers, hotels, investors, and tourism boards by providing a market search engine that reveals availability and competitive landscape, enabling users to understand trends and opportunities in the short-term rental sector.

Cups is a company focused on transforming the specialty coffee industry by providing independent coffee shop owners with tailored tools, services, and savings. Established in 2014 and highly active in New York, where it has over 200 locations, Cups ranks as the second-largest coffee “chain” in the city. The company’s mobile platform aids cafe owners in attracting new customers daily while offering buying groups that enable them to save on commodity items. This innovative approach empowers small business owners, granting them access to resources typically available only to larger corporations. For consumers, Cups offers an intuitive app that helps users discover nearby coffee shops and features a payment platform that enhances their coffee purchasing experience while saving money. Through these initiatives, Cups fosters a community that supports both cafe owners and coffee enthusiasts.

SixPlus is an online platform that enables individuals and corporate event professionals to discover and book private and semi-private venues for group events. The service provides a curated network of venue partners and offers concierge-assisted planning to simplify reservations for board dinners, client dinners, team lunches, and company holiday parties. It supports end-to-end workflow by enabling venue selection, proposal building, bookings, contracts, and communications in a single place. Targeted users include event planners, corporate groups, and marketing directors who organize private dining and other group events, with availability across major U.S. cities such as New York, Washington, DC, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago.

Citelighter is a web-based academic research tool designed to streamline the research and paper writing process. It enables users to efficiently find and capture unique facts from online sources, while also automating the citation generation and bibliography creation. The platform offers features that assist in developing project outlines and aggregating personalized content, enhancing the overall quality of written work. Citelighter's fact-recommendation system indexes captured information, providing users with relevant suggestions to improve their research efforts. By leveraging a community of students, Citelighter enhances its database of valuable content, allowing users to conduct research more effectively.

TrustEgg, Inc. is a California-based company that offers a straightforward online platform for parents to establish trust funds for their children. The service allows parents to create a trust in just a few minutes at no cost, enabling them to invite family and friends to contribute to the fund. The trust is managed with Vanguard, ensuring it earns a market rate of return until the child reaches the age of 18. TrustEgg aims to positively impact the savings rate in the United States by providing an accessible and collaborative approach to saving for the future of over 70 million children.

Ninja Metrics, Inc. is a technology company specializing in social analytics, founded in 2010 and based in Redondo Beach, California. The company offers the Katana Social Analytics Engine, a cloud-based platform that employs predictive analytics and automated social graph analysis. This platform assists businesses in various sectors, including gaming, retail, e-commerce, and entertainment, by measuring social influence, identifying key customer influencers, and providing insights to enhance customer retention and monetization strategies. Through its advanced analytics tools, Ninja Metrics enables clients to understand the value of social interactions within their applications and games, facilitating informed decision-making to improve engagement and revenue outcomes.

Explara is a platform offering end-to-end tools for event ticketing, registration, and management to help creators and small businesses monetize events. It provides an integrated suite that includes ticketing and registration, online selling and payment, crowdfunding and donations, and community and membership features within an event management cloud. The system supports personalized attendee experiences through customized registration workflows, branded event pages, widgets, and emails, enabling users to reach target audiences and improve conversion rates.