Drive Capital

Drive Capital is a private equity firm based in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 2012. The firm specializes in investing in innovative technology, healthcare, and consumer companies primarily within the Midwest, targeting a region extending from Pittsburgh to Kansas City to Minneapolis. Drive Capital seeks to partner with entrepreneurs who are addressing significant market opportunities and have ambitious goals for building sustainable businesses. The firm is open to investments ranging from $100,000 to several million dollars, focusing on sectors such as technology, technology-enabled services, healthcare, and financial services. Founded by experienced venture capitalists Mark Kvamme and Chris Olsen, Drive Capital aims to support companies that have the potential for substantial growth.

Zunaira Arshad

Partner

Markell Baldwin

Partner

Molly Bonakdarpour

Partner

Marianne Bulger

Partner

Isabel Chirase

VP of Finance

TJ Dembinski

Partner

Annie Dunn

Partner

Caitlin Fiordirosa

Partner

Robert Hatta

Partner

Andy Jenks

Partner

Van Jones

Partner

Masha Khusid

Partner

Mark Kvamme

Partner

Yasmine Lacaillade

Partner

Annie Lapides

Partner

Molly McCartin

Partner

Brandon Mills

Director of Engineering

Chris Olsen

Partner

Christina Perry

Chief Financial Officer

Nils Root

Partner

Nick Solaro

Partner

John Volquez

Partner

102 past transactions

Tandem

Seed Round in 2023
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JupiterDX

Pre Seed Round in 2023
JupiterDX is a data aggregation and analytics app for health that assists patients with chronic illnesses in managing their care and data. JupiterDX assists patients suffering from Long COVID and other chronic illnesses in making informed decisions about their care by utilizing all data.

Forge Biologics

Series C in 2022
Forge Biologics is a gene therapy development engine founded in 2020 and headquartered in Grove City, Ohio. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of gene therapies, focusing on transforming innovative concepts into accessible treatments for rare genetic diseases. With end-to-end capabilities, Forge Biologics helps accelerate gene therapy programs from preclinical stages through to clinical and commercial-scale production. The company collaborates with various stakeholders in the gene therapy community, including scientists, healthcare professionals, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and patient advocacy groups. Among its notable initiatives is a unique approach combining adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors and umbilical cord transplants to treat infantile Krabbe disease, a severe neurodegenerative disorder. Through its comprehensive services, Forge Biologics aims to provide transformative medicines that improve patient outcomes.

Encamp

Series C in 2022
Encamp, Inc. is a software company focused on automating environmental reporting and compliance management. Founded in 2017 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, Encamp provides tools that enable organizations in the United States to efficiently track hazardous materials and fulfill regulatory requirements. One of its key offerings is Tier2, a digital and paper form used for reporting hazardous chemicals that exceed specified quantities. This form consolidates essential information from the Tier 1 report while also providing additional details. Encamp's software solutions facilitate centralized environmental, health, and safety (EHS) information management, compliance calendars, task reminders, and reporting, helping businesses navigate and adhere to environmental regulations effectively.

Landline

Venture Round in 2022
The Landline Company operates a bus transportation network. It provides passengers to book tickets and schedule buses from Mankato and Duluth to Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport. The Landline Company was formerly known as The Rocket Bus Corp. and changed its name to The Landline Company in October 2019. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Hawthorne, California.

AcreTrader

Series B in 2022
AcreTrader is an agricultural real estate investing platform that helps buyers to buy shares of farmland through an online platform. AcreTrader provides transparency, flexibility, and ease of use to people wanting to invest in farmland while handling all aspects of administration and property management, from insurance and accounting to working with local farmers and improving soil sustainability. The company was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Branch

Series C in 2022
Branch is a financial technology company that partners with employers to provide hourly workers with accessible banking services. It aims to help employees manage their finances by offering a zero-fee bank account, free instant access to earned wages, and auto-budgeting tools. This service not only assists employers in attracting and retaining talent but also reduces costs associated with traditional payment methods like paper checks and paycards. By positioning itself as a financial wellness benefit, Branch addresses the needs of working Americans, promoting financial growth and stability.

Gecko Robotics

Series C in 2022
Gecko Robotics, Inc. specializes in providing automated industrial inspection services aimed at protecting and maintaining critical infrastructure. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company has expanded its operations to locations in Austin and Houston, Texas; Seville, Spain; and Santiago, Chile. Gecko Robotics designs and operates advanced wall-climbing robots that utilize non-destructive testing technology to conduct inspections in the power, oil and gas, and pulp and paper industries. By automating these inspections, Gecko significantly reduces downtime and minimizes the risks associated with human involvement in hazardous environments. The company’s innovative approach allows industrial clients to perform regular inspections and gather crucial data much more efficiently than traditional methods, ultimately saving millions in maintenance costs.

Kyro

Series A in 2022
Kyro is a developer of a Web 3 building platform that facilitates the creation of applications for crypto marketplaces. The platform supports multiple blockchain networks and caters to various stakeholders, including marketplaces and intellectual property owners. It enables users to mint, launch, and scale storefronts and decentralized organizations, while also fostering the creation of on-chain value through applications that enhance secondary sales of crypto assets. Additionally, Kyro provides a comprehensive set of infrastructure services that empower developers and partners to efficiently create and manage distributed applications. Through its user-friendly tools and extensible APIs, Kyro aims to accelerate the development of next-generation applications and promote wider adoption of cryptocurrencies and digital assets.

Hopper

Secondary Market in 2022
Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company that has developed a mobile application leveraging big data to predict and analyze airfare and hotel prices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria, Hopper assists travelers in securing the best deals by providing timely notifications when flight and accommodation prices reach their predicted lowest points. By offering data-driven travel recommendations, Hopper enhances the booking experience for users, enabling them to make informed decisions and save money on their journeys.

KOHO Financial

Series D in 2022
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. The company offers low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card and a mobile application designed to simplify financial management for users. The platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations while providing various tools for expense management, including spending insights, cash flow projections, and group spending features. By focusing on accessibility and ease of use, KOHO aims to empower individuals to better manage their finances and achieve their financial goals.

Vecna Robotics

Series C in 2022
Vecna Robotics, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of robotic autonomous vehicles aimed at enhancing logistics and material handling operations. Founded in 2018 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions including automated material handling, hybrid fulfillment, and workflow optimization. Its flagship product, Pivot.al, is a multi-agent AI-based orchestration engine that monitors operational states and adjusts processes to ensure optimal performance across all team members. Additionally, Vecna provides Beacon, a comprehensive solution that integrates software updates, data analytics, and remote operations, enabling the analysis of data collected by its robots. By focusing on the integration of workflows with robotic systems, Vecna Robotics seeks to revolutionize customer productivity through advanced automation technologies.

StrongArm Tech

Series B in 2022
StrongArm Technologies, Inc. is a safety science company that specializes in developing data collection and assessment solutions aimed at enhancing the safety of industrial workers. The company offers a risk monitoring device that utilizes machine learning to analyze risks related to musculoskeletal injuries, along with the FUSE Risk Management Platform, a cloud-based IoT-enabled software that leverages motion-interpreting sensors for real-time monitoring and assessment. Additionally, StrongArm provides a posture feedback system designed to assist industrial workers with proper lifting mechanics and postural support. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, StrongArm Technologies focuses on improving workplace safety through innovative technology.

Landline

Series A in 2021
The Landline Company operates a bus transportation network. It provides passengers to book tickets and schedule buses from Mankato and Duluth to Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport. The Landline Company was formerly known as The Rocket Bus Corp. and changed its name to The Landline Company in October 2019. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Hawthorne, California.

Duality

Series A in 2021
At Duality, we provide an autonomy simulator for digital twins and an enterprise metaverse for generating synthetic data at scale. We make the Unreal ecosystem accessible to machine learning, robotics and engineering teams.

Hallow

Series B in 2021
Hallow is a digital platform that aims to energize faith lives and enable conversations with God through guided prayer.

Civis Analytics

Series B in 2021
Civis Analytics, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in data science software designed to help organizations make informed, data-driven decisions. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including the Civis platform, which provides predictive analytics and end-to-end data science capabilities. Additional offerings include the Community Outreach and Engagement Hub, which assists government and nonprofit organizations in effectively reaching and influencing their target audiences; the Census Intelligence Center, a resource for census coordinators and related entities; and various tools for audience targeting, message testing, and media optimization. Civis Analytics also provides consulting services in consumer insights, market research, and data science to enhance organizations' strategic capabilities. Founded in 2013, Civis Analytics has established itself as a leader in analytics solutions for nonprofit, commercial, and government sectors.

Branch

Series B in 2021
Branch is a financial technology company that partners with employers to provide hourly workers with accessible banking services. It aims to help employees manage their finances by offering a zero-fee bank account, free instant access to earned wages, and auto-budgeting tools. This service not only assists employers in attracting and retaining talent but also reduces costs associated with traditional payment methods like paper checks and paycards. By positioning itself as a financial wellness benefit, Branch addresses the needs of working Americans, promoting financial growth and stability.

SonderMind

Series C in 2021
SonderMind Inc. provides mental health services through a digital network of therapists and care providers. Its solution connects consumers with a therapist for video telehealth or in-person sessions. Its service areas include ADHD, addiction, anorexia, anxiety, binge eating, bipolar disorder, bulimia, depression, eating disorders, grief and loss, LGBTQ, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), PTSD, postpartum, and schizophrenia. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Denver, Colorado.

SoloLearn

Series B in 2021
SoloLearn, Inc. operates a mobile learning platform that offers online courses. It provides courses in nine programming languages including HTML,CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C++, Java, Python, Swift, and SQL for Android, iOS, Windows phone, and Web. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Pleasanton, California.

Algolux

Series B in 2021
Algolux, based in Canada, is an artificial intelligence software company focused on enhancing vision systems through advanced perception technology. Founded by a team of recognized researchers led by Dr. Felix Heide, Algolux develops machine learning solutions that improve safety and performance while lowering costs and time-to-market. One of its key products, Eos, is an embedded perception solution that offers up to three times the accuracy of current computer vision technologies, particularly in challenging environments. Eos is designed to work with various sensor and lens configurations, streamlining the process of training data capture and annotation. Additionally, Algolux provides Atlas, a tool that automates camera tuning, ensuring optimal image quality for various computer vision applications. This product aims to minimize program risks through a scalable, metrics-based methodology applicable to diverse camera setups.

SkyWatch

Series B in 2021
SkyWatch Space Applications Inc. is a company that develops satellite data aggregation software through its platform, EarthCache. This platform enables users to discover and access a wide range of remote sensing datasets. SkyWatch offers digital infrastructure for distributing Earth observation data and derived intelligence, equipping application developers with essential tools, including advanced processing algorithms and comprehensive APIs for machine-to-machine integration. EarthCache features informative dashboards for usage monitoring and a code builder for rapid application development. The platform supports various datasets from satellite constellations such as Triplesat, Sentinel-2, and Landsat-8, making it suitable for academic research and partnerships. Founded in 2014, SkyWatch is based in Waterloo, Ontario.

Path Robotics

Series B in 2021
Path Robotics, Inc. is a Cleveland, Ohio-based company that specializes in the manufacturing of autonomous welding robots. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on developing advanced technologies that enhance machine learning and adaptability in manufacturing processes. By creating robots that can learn and solve problems efficiently, Path Robotics aims to improve the overall capabilities and effectiveness of automated welding in various industrial applications.

Relay Platform

Seed Round in 2021
Relay Platform Inc. develops online Software-as-a-Service solution that helps ceding teams, insurance underwriters and brokers to structure and secure reinsurance and large insurance placements simpler and faster. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Toronto, Canada.

Forge Biologics

Series B in 2021
Forge Biologics is a gene therapy development engine founded in 2020 and headquartered in Grove City, Ohio. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of gene therapies, focusing on transforming innovative concepts into accessible treatments for rare genetic diseases. With end-to-end capabilities, Forge Biologics helps accelerate gene therapy programs from preclinical stages through to clinical and commercial-scale production. The company collaborates with various stakeholders in the gene therapy community, including scientists, healthcare professionals, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and patient advocacy groups. Among its notable initiatives is a unique approach combining adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors and umbilical cord transplants to treat infantile Krabbe disease, a severe neurodegenerative disorder. Through its comprehensive services, Forge Biologics aims to provide transformative medicines that improve patient outcomes.

Meroxa

Series A in 2021
Meroxa is a data streaming platform designed to create a real-time data infrastructure. It aims to automate the heavy lifting of change data capture, monitoring, and data loading. The company was co-founded by DeVaris Brown and Ali Hamidi in 2019.

CirrusMD

Series C in 2021
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform that enhances patient access to medical care in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely message doctors, send images, schedule video consultations, and access their health information at any time. The service emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling seamless communication between patients and local physicians through HIPAA-compliant channels. By facilitating direct messaging and video chats, CirrusMD aims to revolutionize the way patients receive frontline medical services, making healthcare more accessible and convenient.

Rhove

Venture Round in 2021
Rhove provides a platform that enables renters to invest in real estate by granting them ownership stakes in their apartments, thereby addressing the wealth gap created by systemic inequalities in housing. This innovative approach, termed "Rentership," allows residents to hold a stake in their building, which entitles them to cash distributions and a share of the property's sale value. Renters can choose to increase their ownership over time, hold their investments to earn returns, or sell their stakes at their discretion using the Rhove app. By transforming renters into owners, Rhove aims to enhance financial well-being and community engagement, particularly for younger generations who often face significant barriers to real estate wealth. The platform is accessible to all, without imposing minimum account balances or income requirements, promoting inclusivity in real estate investment.

KOHO Financial

Series C in 2021
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. The company offers low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card and a mobile application designed to simplify financial management for users. The platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations while providing various tools for expense management, including spending insights, cash flow projections, and group spending features. By focusing on accessibility and ease of use, KOHO aims to empower individuals to better manage their finances and achieve their financial goals.

Beam

Series E in 2021
Beam Technologies Inc. operates as a dental benefits company. It designs and develops Beam Brush, a wirelessly connected toothbrush that offers consumers the ability to track and monitor brushing habits with a smartphone app. Beam also offers dental insurance plans and perks, which includes floss, toothpaste, and beam® brush with insurance plans. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Circulo

Series A in 2021
Circulo Health is a Medicaid insurance company based in Columbus, Ohio, focused on delivering technology-enabled care to underserved populations. The company operates a medical insurance platform that collaborates with hospitals to provide affordable healthcare services to the sickest and poorest individuals. By leveraging technology, Circulo aims to improve access to proper healthcare for underprivileged communities, ensuring that those in need receive essential medical support.

Physna

Series B in 2021
Physna LLC designs and develops geometric search engine software for computer-aided design, 3-Diemsional printing, and other manufacturing methods. Its search engine breaks down 3-D files into a codified structure; and allows users to compare and analyze 3D models for the purpose of quality control and automated inspection. The company serves design, manufacturing, cybersecurity, aerospace, automotive, defense, consumer goods, electronics, and energy industries. Physna LLC was founded in 2015 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Sidecar Health

Series C in 2021
Sidecar Health Insurance Solutions, LLC is a provider of personalized health insurance services, founded in 2018 and based in El Segundo, California. The company offers innovative insurance plans that prioritize transparency and affordability. Unlike traditional insurance models that can obscure costs and lead to unexpected bills, Sidecar Health allows members to know their coverage details and pay healthcare providers directly at the time of service using a dedicated card. This approach enables members to benefit from discounts for upfront payments. Sidecar Health designs customizable plans tailored to individual coverage needs and budgets, facilitating straightforward transactions for medical expenses at various healthcare facilities.

FeatureBase

Series A in 2021
FeatureBase, operating as Molecula Research Laboratories, LLC, specializes in providing advanced solutions for researchers, particularly in the fields of protein function studies and gene expression. The company utilizes proprietary RNA interference technology to deliver antisense oligonucleotides and offers a range of products, including neuropeptides marketed under the brand Princeton Peptides, as well as transfection reagents such as Maxfect and Genfect. Additionally, Molecula has developed the Inducer, an innovative substitute for IPTG that enhances soluble protein production. With its Cloud Data Access platform, Molecula simplifies and accelerates access to big data, enabling users to create highly efficient data representations without the need for pre-aggregation or data movement. Founded in 1993 and based in Herndon, Virginia, the company continues to advance research capabilities in the life sciences.

Beam

Venture Round in 2021
Beam Technologies Inc. operates as a dental benefits company. It designs and develops Beam Brush, a wirelessly connected toothbrush that offers consumers the ability to track and monitor brushing habits with a smartphone app. Beam also offers dental insurance plans and perks, which includes floss, toothpaste, and beam® brush with insurance plans. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.

battleface

Series A in 2020
battleface Inc., is a rapidly growing tech-enabled insurance startup focused on providing innovative insurance products for travelers worldwide.

Olive

Venture Round in 2020
Olive AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence and robotic process automation solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company provides an AI-as-a-Service platform designed to streamline various workflows, including claim status checks, account updates, and prior authorizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Olive aims to alleviate the burden of repetitive, high-volume tasks through automation, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex responsibilities that require human creativity and empathy. Originally established as CrossChx, Inc., the company rebranded to Olive AI, Inc. in July 2018, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.

Olive

Series F in 2020
Olive AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence and robotic process automation solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company provides an AI-as-a-Service platform designed to streamline various workflows, including claim status checks, account updates, and prior authorizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Olive aims to alleviate the burden of repetitive, high-volume tasks through automation, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex responsibilities that require human creativity and empathy. Originally established as CrossChx, Inc., the company rebranded to Olive AI, Inc. in July 2018, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.

Forge Biologics

Series A in 2020
Forge Biologics is a gene therapy development engine founded in 2020 and headquartered in Grove City, Ohio. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of gene therapies, focusing on transforming innovative concepts into accessible treatments for rare genetic diseases. With end-to-end capabilities, Forge Biologics helps accelerate gene therapy programs from preclinical stages through to clinical and commercial-scale production. The company collaborates with various stakeholders in the gene therapy community, including scientists, healthcare professionals, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and patient advocacy groups. Among its notable initiatives is a unique approach combining adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors and umbilical cord transplants to treat infantile Krabbe disease, a severe neurodegenerative disorder. Through its comprehensive services, Forge Biologics aims to provide transformative medicines that improve patient outcomes.

Cyclica

Series B in 2020
Cyclica Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Toronto, Canada, that focuses on improving the drug discovery process through an integrated cloud-based platform enhanced by artificial intelligence. The company's key technologies, Ligand Design and Ligand Express, facilitate the design of novel molecules and the screening of small-molecule drugs, respectively. Ligand Design generates compounds while filtering for desired molecular and pharmacokinetic properties, whereas Ligand Express assesses drug candidates against a range of structurally-characterized proteins to evaluate their poly-pharmacological profiles. Cyclica employs advanced technologies such as MatchMaker™, a deep learning proteome screening tool, and POEM™, a supervised learning system for predicting molecular properties, to prioritize compounds effectively. Founded by Jason Mitakidis and Naheed Kurji in 2013, Cyclica aims to address unmet medical needs by creating precision medicines through a decentralized approach to drug discovery. The company has also established a strategic partnership with AUM Biosciences to further its mission.

Immuta

Series C in 2020
Immuta provides a cloud-native data governance platform for organizations to automate data access control, security and privacy compliance, ensuring each user who queries data sees only the data they’re supposed to see, for their approved purpose or role. The platform aims to create trust across data engineering, security, legal, compliance, and business teams so they can work together to ensure timely access to critical data with minimal risk, while adhering to global data privacy regulations including the GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA.

Fifth Season

Series B in 2020
RoBotany is transforming modern indoor agriculture with automated robotics and software analytics. Their patent-pending technology improves labor efficiency and crop output while also providing an unprecedented level of data analysis for optimization from seed to harvest.

ApplyBoard

Series C in 2020
ApplyBoard is the world's largest online platform that empowers students around the world to access the best education by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and academic institutions on its platform. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Kitchener, ON Canada, with over 500 staff members spanning 20 countries. ApplyBoard has built partnerships with over 1,200 primary, secondary, and post-secondary institutions, and works with 4,000+ Recruitment Partners, to drive highly qualified applicants and diversity to campuses across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. To date, the company has assisted more than 120,000 students with their educational journey.

Olive

Series E in 2020
Olive AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence and robotic process automation solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company provides an AI-as-a-Service platform designed to streamline various workflows, including claim status checks, account updates, and prior authorizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Olive aims to alleviate the burden of repetitive, high-volume tasks through automation, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex responsibilities that require human creativity and empathy. Originally established as CrossChx, Inc., the company rebranded to Olive AI, Inc. in July 2018, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.

DisruptOps

Series A in 2020
DisruptOps Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud security through its cloud detection and response platform. Founded in 2014 and based in Kansas City, Missouri, DisruptOps offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed to automate the assessment and remediation of critical cloud security issues. The platform provides comprehensive visibility across multiple cloud accounts, regions, and service providers, continuously analyzing infrastructure for misconfigurations and security risks. DisruptOps also implements automated cloud management practices through customizable guardrails that enforce best practices, enabling organizations to enhance security controls, streamline operations, and manage cloud spending effectively. By redefining traditional security and operational strategies, DisruptOps helps organizations leverage the benefits of cloud technology while maintaining robust security measures.

READY Robotics

Series B in 2020
READY Robotics enables manufacturers to more easily deploy robots to the factory floor through a patented technology platform that combines a very easy to use programming interface and plug'n'play hardware. The company encourages manufacturers to be more competitive through the line of intuitive-to-use, easy to control industrial robotic software called Forge, which is a suite of products that requires minimum installation effort, no robotic or programming experience necessary. READY Robotics was founded on 2016 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

Aver Inc.

Series C in 2020
Aver’s solutions help healthcare payers and providers design, implement, and administer value-based programs. Together, we are simplifying value-based healthcare.

Vecna Robotics

Series B in 2020
Vecna Robotics, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of robotic autonomous vehicles aimed at enhancing logistics and material handling operations. Founded in 2018 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions including automated material handling, hybrid fulfillment, and workflow optimization. Its flagship product, Pivot.al, is a multi-agent AI-based orchestration engine that monitors operational states and adjusts processes to ensure optimal performance across all team members. Additionally, Vecna provides Beacon, a comprehensive solution that integrates software updates, data analytics, and remote operations, enabling the analysis of data collected by its robots. By focusing on the integration of workflows with robotic systems, Vecna Robotics seeks to revolutionize customer productivity through advanced automation technologies.

Gecko Robotics

Series B in 2019
Gecko Robotics, Inc. specializes in providing automated industrial inspection services aimed at protecting and maintaining critical infrastructure. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company has expanded its operations to locations in Austin and Houston, Texas; Seville, Spain; and Santiago, Chile. Gecko Robotics designs and operates advanced wall-climbing robots that utilize non-destructive testing technology to conduct inspections in the power, oil and gas, and pulp and paper industries. By automating these inspections, Gecko significantly reduces downtime and minimizes the risks associated with human involvement in hazardous environments. The company’s innovative approach allows industrial clients to perform regular inspections and gather crucial data much more efficiently than traditional methods, ultimately saving millions in maintenance costs.

KOHO Financial

Series B in 2019
KOHO Financial Inc. is a financial technology company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2014. The company offers low-cost banking services through a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card and a mobile application designed to simplify financial management for users. The platform enables customers to conduct day-to-day banking operations while providing various tools for expense management, including spending insights, cash flow projections, and group spending features. By focusing on accessibility and ease of use, KOHO aims to empower individuals to better manage their finances and achieve their financial goals.

Ascent RegTech

Series B in 2019
Ascent Technologies, Inc. develops regulatory compliance software that helps financial services firms to keep their businesses compliant. It offers Ascent, a platform that analyzes business activities, informs about potential compliance obligations, and assists in tracking and complying with relevant requirements. The company’s cloud-based solutions include ascent change management and ascent obligations management. Ascent Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Fifth Season

Venture Round in 2019
RoBotany is transforming modern indoor agriculture with automated robotics and software analytics. Their patent-pending technology improves labor efficiency and crop output while also providing an unprecedented level of data analysis for optimization from seed to harvest.

Greenlight

Series B in 2019
Greenlight Financial Technology, Inc. is a financial services company that offers debit card solutions designed specifically for children, enabling parents to instill financial literacy from an early age. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Greenlight provides a mobile application that allows parents to manage their children’s spending by designating specific stores where the Greenlight debit card can be used. This patent-pending technology empowers families to create teachable moments around earning, saving, spending, and giving. By focusing on convenience and safety, Greenlight aims to help parents raise financially savvy children while also expanding its network across the United States.

Root, Inc.

Series E in 2019
Root, Inc. is the parent company of Root Insurance Company, a technology-driven provider of car insurance in the United States. The company specializes in creating a personalized and affordable insurance experience through a mobile app that assesses driving behavior, including factors such as braking and speed of turns. By focusing on safe drivers, Root can offer competitive rates, emphasizing fairness in its pricing model. In addition to car insurance, Root also provides app-based renters insurance that is designed to be straightforward and tailored to consumer needs. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Root Insurance was previously known as Club Insurance Company before rebranding in 2016.

Physna

Series A in 2019
Physna LLC designs and develops geometric search engine software for computer-aided design, 3-Diemsional printing, and other manufacturing methods. Its search engine breaks down 3-D files into a codified structure; and allows users to compare and analyze 3D models for the purpose of quality control and automated inspection. The company serves design, manufacturing, cybersecurity, aerospace, automotive, defense, consumer goods, electronics, and energy industries. Physna LLC was founded in 2015 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Fast Radius

Venture Round in 2019
Fast Radius, Inc. provides additive manufacturing solutions including application discovery, product design and testing, production-grade manufacturing, and global fulfillment. The company offers additive thermoplastic, elastomeric, and metal manufacturing services. Additionally, it provides CNC machining, injection and cast urethane molding, and reverse engineering services. Fast Radius, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Beam

Series D in 2019
Beam Technologies Inc. operates as a dental benefits company. It designs and develops Beam Brush, a wirelessly connected toothbrush that offers consumers the ability to track and monitor brushing habits with a smartphone app. Beam also offers dental insurance plans and perks, which includes floss, toothpaste, and beam® brush with insurance plans. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Clinc

Series B in 2019
Clinc, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software applications, primarily focused on creating advanced conversational AI platforms. The technology enables enterprises to build sophisticated virtual assistants capable of understanding and responding to user input with a high degree of accuracy. Unlike traditional speech-to-text systems, Clinc's platform analyzes various factors such as wording, sentiment, intent, tone of voice, and contextual information to provide nuanced responses. This approach is powered by cutting-edge machine learning and deep neural networks, which allow the system to continually enhance its knowledge base with each interaction. Originally founded in 2015 as Clarity Lab Inc., Clinc serves multiple industries, including banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare, and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

CirrusMD

Series B in 2019
CirrusMD Inc. operates a healthcare communication platform that enhances patient access to medical care in the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in Denver, Colorado, the CirrusMD platform allows patients to securely message doctors, send images, schedule video consultations, and access their health information at any time. The service emphasizes a text-first approach, enabling seamless communication between patients and local physicians through HIPAA-compliant channels. By facilitating direct messaging and video chats, CirrusMD aims to revolutionize the way patients receive frontline medical services, making healthcare more accessible and convenient.

Fast Radius

Series B in 2019
Fast Radius, Inc. provides additive manufacturing solutions including application discovery, product design and testing, production-grade manufacturing, and global fulfillment. The company offers additive thermoplastic, elastomeric, and metal manufacturing services. Additionally, it provides CNC machining, injection and cast urethane molding, and reverse engineering services. Fast Radius, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Lightstream

Series A in 2019
Lightstream builds live streaming creative tools and technology with a true passion for live video production, gaming and supporting the explosive growth of creators and their communities. Their cloud-based technology and products transform difficult technical hurdles into streamlined workflows – empowering creators to effortlessly share their passion, talent, and creativity on live streaming platforms like Mixer, Twitch, Facebook, YouTube, and more. Since 2014, they have been building a cloud-based live streaming studio with the goal of removing all the technical hurdles and putting advanced production capabilities in the hands of beginners. Today, they have thousands of creators streaming with Lightstream Studio for thousands of hours every day. They have partnered with Microsoft to offer Lightstream Studio to millions of Xbox and Windows streamers as part of the native OS experience – in addition to licensing their technology to major game studios and media companies.

Stateless

Series A in 2019
Stateless, Inc. specializes in network architecture for organizations utilizing private or hybrid cloud infrastructures. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers virtualized network functions along with its software-defined interconnect platform, Luxon. This platform enables colocation providers to deliver routing, security, and automation services dynamically at network interconnection points through software solutions. By facilitating control and connectivity across various endpoints, including data centers, tenant locations, and hyperscale clouds, Stateless aims to enhance network efficiency and flexibility. The company emerged as a spinoff from research by co-founders Murad Kablan and Eric Keller.

Path Robotics

Series A in 2018
Path Robotics, Inc. is a Cleveland, Ohio-based company that specializes in the manufacturing of autonomous welding robots. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on developing advanced technologies that enhance machine learning and adaptability in manufacturing processes. By creating robots that can learn and solve problems efficiently, Path Robotics aims to improve the overall capabilities and effectiveness of automated welding in various industrial applications.

Immuta

Series B in 2018
Immuta provides a cloud-native data governance platform for organizations to automate data access control, security and privacy compliance, ensuring each user who queries data sees only the data they’re supposed to see, for their approved purpose or role. The platform aims to create trust across data engineering, security, legal, compliance, and business teams so they can work together to ensure timely access to critical data with minimal risk, while adhering to global data privacy regulations including the GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA.

Algolux

Series A in 2018
Algolux, based in Canada, is an artificial intelligence software company focused on enhancing vision systems through advanced perception technology. Founded by a team of recognized researchers led by Dr. Felix Heide, Algolux develops machine learning solutions that improve safety and performance while lowering costs and time-to-market. One of its key products, Eos, is an embedded perception solution that offers up to three times the accuracy of current computer vision technologies, particularly in challenging environments. Eos is designed to work with various sensor and lens configurations, streamlining the process of training data capture and annotation. Additionally, Algolux provides Atlas, a tool that automates camera tuning, ensuring optimal image quality for various computer vision applications. This product aims to minimize program risks through a scalable, metrics-based methodology applicable to diverse camera setups.

READY Robotics

Series A in 2017
READY Robotics enables manufacturers to more easily deploy robots to the factory floor through a patented technology platform that combines a very easy to use programming interface and plug'n'play hardware. The company encourages manufacturers to be more competitive through the line of intuitive-to-use, easy to control industrial robotic software called Forge, which is a suite of products that requires minimum installation effort, no robotic or programming experience necessary. READY Robotics was founded on 2016 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

Finite State

Seed Round in 2017
Finite State, Inc. specializes in security solutions aimed at protecting Internet of Things (IoT) devices, networks, and supply chains, with a focus on supply chain security and compliance. The company offers a platform that conducts automated firmware analysis through Iotasphere, allowing users to gain insights into vulnerabilities present within IoT devices. This platform produces detailed risk reports for device firmware, which include an overall risk score, a software bill of materials, and listings of known vulnerabilities, potential security backdoors, weak passwords, and other code deficiencies. Finite State serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including enterprise, telecommunications, energy and utility, device and system manufacturers, government, and healthcare. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the company is recognized for its pioneering work in IoT device intelligence and its commitment to keeping dynamic risks manageable for its customers.

Fast Radius

Series A in 2017
Fast Radius, Inc. provides additive manufacturing solutions including application discovery, product design and testing, production-grade manufacturing, and global fulfillment. The company offers additive thermoplastic, elastomeric, and metal manufacturing services. Additionally, it provides CNC machining, injection and cast urethane molding, and reverse engineering services. Fast Radius, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Beam

Series B in 2017
Beam Technologies Inc. operates as a dental benefits company. It designs and develops Beam Brush, a wirelessly connected toothbrush that offers consumers the ability to track and monitor brushing habits with a smartphone app. Beam also offers dental insurance plans and perks, which includes floss, toothpaste, and beam® brush with insurance plans. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Duolingo

Series E in 2017
Duolingo, Inc. develops a language learning platform for classrooms. It offers English fluency tests for businesses, schools, and governments globally. Duolingo, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Immuta

Series A in 2017
Immuta provides a cloud-native data governance platform for organizations to automate data access control, security and privacy compliance, ensuring each user who queries data sees only the data they’re supposed to see, for their approved purpose or role. The platform aims to create trust across data engineering, security, legal, compliance, and business teams so they can work together to ensure timely access to critical data with minimal risk, while adhering to global data privacy regulations including the GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA.

Root, Inc.

Series B in 2017
Root, Inc. is the parent company of Root Insurance Company, a technology-driven provider of car insurance in the United States. The company specializes in creating a personalized and affordable insurance experience through a mobile app that assesses driving behavior, including factors such as braking and speed of turns. By focusing on safe drivers, Root can offer competitive rates, emphasizing fairness in its pricing model. In addition to car insurance, Root also provides app-based renters insurance that is designed to be straightforward and tailored to consumer needs. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Root Insurance was previously known as Club Insurance Company before rebranding in 2016.

Rambl

Seed Round in 2017
Rambl provides streamlined, fully-integrated CRM dialing experience and call performance visibility. Developer of a mobile voice to text app designed to turn phone calls into productive follow-ups and notes. The company's Rambl app automatically delivers call details, suggested follow-ups, and notes, enabling users to prepare for the next conversation with search and related phone call notes and follow-ups.

Clinc

Series A in 2017
Clinc, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software applications, primarily focused on creating advanced conversational AI platforms. The technology enables enterprises to build sophisticated virtual assistants capable of understanding and responding to user input with a high degree of accuracy. Unlike traditional speech-to-text systems, Clinc's platform analyzes various factors such as wording, sentiment, intent, tone of voice, and contextual information to provide nuanced responses. This approach is powered by cutting-edge machine learning and deep neural networks, which allow the system to continually enhance its knowledge base with each interaction. Originally founded in 2015 as Clarity Lab Inc., Clinc serves multiple industries, including banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare, and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

FarmLogs

Series C in 2017
Their mission is to help bring farmers the future of farming. They challenge what is possible and invent new ways of applying cutting-edge technology to the world's oldest and most foundational industry. Farmers are the core of agriculture and they help them use technology to be more successful. Farmer success is their success. They will never make a decision that doesn't benefit farmers. Their world depends on agriculture. By making farming more efficient and helping farmers grow more using less, they have the opportunity to make a massive positive impact. And, they've brought together a world-class team to make it happen.

Civis Analytics

Series A in 2016
Civis Analytics, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in data science software designed to help organizations make informed, data-driven decisions. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including the Civis platform, which provides predictive analytics and end-to-end data science capabilities. Additional offerings include the Community Outreach and Engagement Hub, which assists government and nonprofit organizations in effectively reaching and influencing their target audiences; the Census Intelligence Center, a resource for census coordinators and related entities; and various tools for audience targeting, message testing, and media optimization. Civis Analytics also provides consulting services in consumer insights, market research, and data science to enhance organizations' strategic capabilities. Founded in 2013, Civis Analytics has established itself as a leader in analytics solutions for nonprofit, commercial, and government sectors.

Root, Inc.

Series A in 2016
Root, Inc. is the parent company of Root Insurance Company, a technology-driven provider of car insurance in the United States. The company specializes in creating a personalized and affordable insurance experience through a mobile app that assesses driving behavior, including factors such as braking and speed of turns. By focusing on safe drivers, Root can offer competitive rates, emphasizing fairness in its pricing model. In addition to car insurance, Root also provides app-based renters insurance that is designed to be straightforward and tailored to consumer needs. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Root Insurance was previously known as Club Insurance Company before rebranding in 2016.

Trove, Inc.

Series A in 2016
Trove AI, Inc. develops a mobile email application. The company develops artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that solve email overload and enhance communications. Its AI solution offers smart multi-swiping and email notifications; surfaces insights about user’s relationships; and lets snoozing emails to get them out of the user’s way until the user is ready to get to them. The application works with existing email services. Its mobile application is compatible with iOS and Android devices. The company was formerly known as Notion AI, Inc. Trove AI, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

When I Work

Series B in 2016
When I Work is an employee scheduling and communication app using the web, mobile apps, text messaging, social media, and email. The program provides a powerful tool for employers to communicate with employees and ensure schedules are properly communicated. It is a developer of a human resource management platform designed to create transformative, simple products that help hourly employees and managers work better together. Founded in 2010, it improves operational efficiency, drive employee accountability via self-service, and control labor costs.

Kapow

Venture Round in 2016
Kapow connects companies with venues to book unique client events online in real-time. Their curated marketplace offers a more efficient way for companies to book events designed to acquire, engage and retain clients. Their suite of online tools cover events from start to finish at no additional cost. Venues fill their space during non-peak hours and drive corporate business while companies focus on building relationships with clients and measuring event success.

Olive

Series C in 2016
Olive AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence and robotic process automation solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company provides an AI-as-a-Service platform designed to streamline various workflows, including claim status checks, account updates, and prior authorizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Olive aims to alleviate the burden of repetitive, high-volume tasks through automation, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex responsibilities that require human creativity and empathy. Originally established as CrossChx, Inc., the company rebranded to Olive AI, Inc. in July 2018, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.

Udacity

Series D in 2015
Udacity is an online learning platform that specializes in providing educational programs in fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, robotics, and cloud computing. Founded in 2011 by David Stavens, Mike Sokolsky, and Sebastian Thrun, the company offers a variety of nanodegree programs designed to equip students with skills that are highly sought after by employers. These programs include training for roles such as web developer, data analyst, and machine learning engineer. Udacity aims to make education more accessible and affordable, thereby helping individuals enhance their career prospects. The platform evolved from free computer science classes offered at Stanford University and has since attracted millions of users. Udacity collaborates with technology companies to ensure that its curriculum aligns with industry demands, thereby preparing learners for the most in-demand tech positions. While the company has not yet turned a profit, it has experienced significant growth and investment, being valued at over $1 billion.

Leadpages

Series B in 2015
Leadpages provides HTML5 templates for contact pages, webinar pages, sales lead and other types of landing pages that customers use to improve leads and get better conversions. The service runs on Google App Engine and uses technology such as Big Table to analyze the landing page data. Unlike competitors that use WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get), Leadpages does not have to translate into HTML. Instead the HTML pages are already made, which allows for the data to be decoupled and analyzed in the Google cloud stack. The pages are optimized for any mobile device.

Olive

Series B in 2015
Olive AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence and robotic process automation solutions tailored for healthcare organizations. The company provides an AI-as-a-Service platform designed to streamline various workflows, including claim status checks, account updates, and prior authorizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Olive aims to alleviate the burden of repetitive, high-volume tasks through automation, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on more complex responsibilities that require human creativity and empathy. Originally established as CrossChx, Inc., the company rebranded to Olive AI, Inc. in July 2018, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency in the healthcare sector.

Hologram

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Hologram, Inc. specializes in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) device management and network connectivity. The company offers a platform that enables makers, OEMs, and systems integrators to create devices that connect to the Internet using cellular technology. Hologram's Konekt cloud acts as a data broker and database for both cellular and non-cellular devices, facilitating the routing and storage of generated data. This enables users to build and maintain necessary infrastructure efficiently. Additionally, Hologram provides a machine-to-machine (M2M) Short Messaging Service (SMS) that supports notifications and system integrations for Internet-connected devices. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Hologram aims to simplify the process of building connected hardware, offering a flexible platform that supports scalability and instant connectivity without minimum requirements.

FarmLogs

Series B in 2014
Their mission is to help bring farmers the future of farming. They challenge what is possible and invent new ways of applying cutting-edge technology to the world's oldest and most foundational industry. Farmers are the core of agriculture and they help them use technology to be more successful. Farmer success is their success. They will never make a decision that doesn't benefit farmers. Their world depends on agriculture. By making farming more efficient and helping farmers grow more using less, they have the opportunity to make a massive positive impact. And, they've brought together a world-class team to make it happen.

Comply365

Series A in 2014
Comply365, LLC offers a hosted solution to build an architecture allowing independent autonomous compliance management. It provides manage compliance processes, including document management, automate publication control processes, centralized hosted secure repository, track compliance in minutes, compliance confirmed with digital signature, easy search and retrieval, and customizable reporting. The company also offers customizable solutions, including Comply365’s Authoring Solution, an XML based authoring solution; Comply365’s Mobility Solutions, a content distribution and data collection system; software integration; custom programming; training materials; and project management, as well as learning management system solutions. It serves aviation, aerospace, import/export, and food industries, as well as publications, training, and human resources sectors. Comply365, LLC was formerly known as Balanced IT Solutions LLC and changed its name in April 2011. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Beloit, Wisconsin.

Udacity

Series C in 2014
Udacity is an online learning platform that specializes in providing educational programs in fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, robotics, and cloud computing. Founded in 2011 by David Stavens, Mike Sokolsky, and Sebastian Thrun, the company offers a variety of nanodegree programs designed to equip students with skills that are highly sought after by employers. These programs include training for roles such as web developer, data analyst, and machine learning engineer. Udacity aims to make education more accessible and affordable, thereby helping individuals enhance their career prospects. The platform evolved from free computer science classes offered at Stanford University and has since attracted millions of users. Udacity collaborates with technology companies to ensure that its curriculum aligns with industry demands, thereby preparing learners for the most in-demand tech positions. While the company has not yet turned a profit, it has experienced significant growth and investment, being valued at over $1 billion.

Beam

Series A in 2014
Beam Technologies Inc. operates as a dental benefits company. It designs and develops Beam Brush, a wirelessly connected toothbrush that offers consumers the ability to track and monitor brushing habits with a smartphone app. Beam also offers dental insurance plans and perks, which includes floss, toothpaste, and beam® brush with insurance plans. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.

Gild

Series B in 2014
Gild is transforming the talent acquisition industry and fundamentally changing how the world hires. Fueled by data science, consumer-friendly technologies, and predictive analytics, Gild’s smart hiring platform powers the way companies find, nurture, and hire talent across all industries and functions. Gild is used by growing companies to hire the talent they need to innovate and succeed—smarter and faster. Founded in 2011, Gild is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Salt Lake City and Milan.

Aver Inc.

Series A in 2014
Aver’s solutions help healthcare payers and providers design, implement, and administer value-based programs. Together, we are simplifying value-based healthcare.

Nowait

Series B in 2014
Nowait, Inc. operates a restaurant reservation application that offers an electronic waitlist system and seating tool, allowing consumers to join queues at restaurants using their smartphones. Founded in 2010 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company aims to enhance dining experiences by streamlining various aspects of restaurant management, including waitlists, table turnover, and analytics. By facilitating efficient service, Nowait enables guests to save time while accessing a network of restaurants across the United States. As of early 2017, Nowait functions as a subsidiary of Yelp Inc.

FarmLogs

Series A in 2014
Their mission is to help bring farmers the future of farming. They challenge what is possible and invent new ways of applying cutting-edge technology to the world's oldest and most foundational industry. Farmers are the core of agriculture and they help them use technology to be more successful. Farmer success is their success. They will never make a decision that doesn't benefit farmers. Their world depends on agriculture. By making farming more efficient and helping farmers grow more using less, they have the opportunity to make a massive positive impact. And, they've brought together a world-class team to make it happen.

Channel IQ

Series B in 2013
Channel IQ is the leading provider of online retail intelligence, channel management, and brand protection solutions to manufacturers and retailers. Channel IQ provides on-demand online promotion and pricing information, empowering major manufacturers and retailers to quickly and profitably handle channel issues and competitive situations. Only Channel IQ combines integrated reporting, interactive applications and automated solutions to enable clients to act on their data. Channel IQ solutions are the result of cutting edge technology combined with decades of industry experience in channel management, distribution, online retail and manufacturing.

Roadtrippers

Series A in 2013
Roadtrippers, Inc. owns and operates a website and mobile application through which users can find, book, and purchase road trip-related travel and experiences. The company maintains a database of information regarding points-of-interest categorized into taxonomy catering to road travelers such as diners, roadside attractions, and accommodation. It also publishes travel guides on road trip routes, and provides an inline text editor for community members to write their own guides. Roadtrippers, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.