Linus Biotechnology
Series A in 2023
Linus Biotechnology develops a technology platform to improve human health through precision exposome medicine. It is focuses on complex genomic diseases that helps provide clients with the technology for the analysis of genomic sequencing data.
Tiimo is a developer of a visual planning application tailored for individuals with neurodiversity, particularly those with ADHD and Autism. The app emphasizes accessibility and inclusion, allowing users to customize their planning experience according to their unique needs. Tiimo's features include the ability to create and repeat future activities, add checklists, and set reminders, all supported by a smart scheduler. This design aims to provide structure and visual support, helping users organize their lives, adhere to routines, and pursue personal goals in a visually engaging and motivating manner.
Daivergent
Seed Round in 2022
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.
Skillfully
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Skillfully was founded on the belief that hiring should be efficient, inclusive, and skills-centric. Through experiential hiring methods using virtual simulations, employers now see applicant skills in action. This solution uncovers the perfect fit for a role before the interview phase, saving HR teams time, money, and effort. For decades, recruiters have relied on resume-based hiring to superficially qualify candidates by parsing applicant descriptions of skills to determine employability. The rise of AI tools that automatically enhance and submit applications at an unprecedented scale has overwhelmed employer pipelines, making accurate and precise decision-making nearly impossible. Enter Skillfully’s recruitment solution - HiredNow. The HiredNow tool allows employers create custom simulations of real-life, on-the-job scenarios to effectively assess an applicant’s actual skill level. For the first time, employers can see an applicant’s skills firsthand to determine if their abilities match the unique requirements of a job opening before engaging with the applicant directly. These simulations provide a precise skills scorecard for every applicant, vastly improving hiring efficiency compared to traditional resume-driven tools and enabling skills-first hiring at scale. Through the Skillfully platform, employers can also hire directly from our exclusive, skill-verified TalentNetwork, which includes national career partners such as leading universities, community college systems, HBCUs and workforce development organizations. Employers hiring from our TalentNetwork get access to a deeply diverse and highly motivated candidate pool often overlooked by conventional resume-first hiring tools and professional networks. In this new Age of AI “Good on Paper” is no longer good enough for employers searching for the very best talent. Discover how Skillfully can transform your hiring process today!
Valera Health
Venture Round in 2021
Valera Health, founded in 2015, operates a behavioral healthcare platform that integrates digital technology and data science with personalized clinical services. The company focuses on delivering comprehensive mental health care to individuals experiencing a range of conditions, from mild issues like depression to more severe disorders such as schizophrenia. By combining therapy and medication with advanced technology, Valera Health aims to provide efficient access to mental health services, particularly for hard-to-reach populations. This approach not only enhances patient outcomes but also facilitates continuous connectivity between patients and their care teams, thereby redefining the standards of high-performing mental healthcare.
Marker.
Seed Round in 2021
Marker Learning is a company focused on providing comprehensive evaluations and support services for learning disabilities. Through its telepsychology platform, Marker Learning offers accessible diagnostic assessments and personalized action plans tailored for both schools and families. The company employs licensed psychologists who have undergone specialized training to work with individuals of all ages, including children and adults up to 50 years old. Marker Learning’s platform features various services, including individualized learning plans, tutoring, and coaching, all aimed at helping students with learning disabilities achieve their full potential.
Opya, Inc. is a company based in San Mateo, California, that specializes in providing autism therapy services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Founded in 2016, Opya aims to transform autism care by integrating treatment with technology. It operates a data-driven therapy platform that focuses on early intervention, offering both in-home and telehealth services. The company provides a range of therapies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech, and occupational therapy, designed to enhance communication and collaboration between parents and clinicians. This approach ensures families and healthcare providers have access to the necessary information to support the developmental needs of children with autism, ultimately improving the effectiveness of the care delivered.