E-Fund

The E-Fund (VANTEC Entrepreneurs Fund VCC Inc.) was established in 2011 to invest in promising new ventures in British Columbia in a wide range of industry sectors. They are focused on co-investing with other angel investors and early-stage venture capital firms in seed-stage companies with high growth opportunities. The E-Fund involves specific investors in the investment due diligence process depending on their industry experience and knowledge and their particular technical expertise. It is their goal to become the ‘Go-to Braintrust’ for active and in-depth angel investing.

Thealzel Lee

Founder, Director and President

53 past transactions

VoxCell BioInnovation

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of 3D bioprinting tools intended to accelerate the development of life-saving anti-cancer drugs by providing tissue models. The company creates complex 3D printed models, bio-inks, and a high-resolution bioprinter specifically in the area of tissue engineering and the drug development industry, enabling healthcare organizations to reduce the time and resources spent in pre-clinical trials and increase the translation and throughout of testing new therapies.

Care2Talk

Seed Round in 2022
Care2Talk is a video technology platform that provides the easiest and most secure product for older adults in Memory Care, SNF, AL, IL to connect their loved ones & provider groups. Care2Talk is an iOS/Android App which uses a specially designed interface on mobile or tablet device to create an easy-to-use video chat tool for those with cognitive impairments or other limitations. This includes conditions associated with: • Aging & Dementia • Cognitive and Developmental Disabilities • Brain Injuries • Vision and Hearing Impairments (CC) • Physical Disabilities & Mobility Restrictions

Frontly

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Frontly is a developer of a no-code internal admin tooling platform that enables businesses to create custom web applications quickly and efficiently, without the need for programming skills. By leveraging data sources, the platform allows users to address specific business challenges and streamline operations in a matter of minutes. This approach not only accelerates application development but also helps software companies scale more effectively and reduce costs, allowing them to concentrate on back-end development. Frontly's solution is particularly beneficial for organizations seeking to enhance their operational capabilities without the complexities associated with traditional coding.

Lucent Biosciences

Seed Round in 2021
Lucent Biosciences specializes in the development of innovative biofertilizers aimed at enhancing agricultural sustainability. The company offers a unique class of micronutrient fertilizers that promote higher crop yields and nutrient levels while being environmentally friendly. Their products are designed to improve soil health and sequester carbon, contributing to climate-positive farming practices. By utilizing sustainable bioactive crop nutrition, Lucent Biosciences enables farmers to cultivate nutrient-dense crops without polluting groundwater, thereby supporting regenerative agriculture and reducing overall costs per hectare.

Berry Oncology

Series B in 2021
Berry Oncology is a medical technology company focused on enhancing cancer prevention and diagnosis through advanced genomic testing solutions. The company offers a range of products and services, including genetic diagnosis, companion diagnostics, and tools for monitoring treatment response and prognosis prediction for various malignant tumors. By addressing clinical challenges associated with cancer detection and management, Berry Oncology aims to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment, ultimately improving patient quality of life and reducing cancer risks. Its mission emphasizes precise treatment for all patients, while its vision seeks to establish the company as a leader in early screening and diagnosis within the global market, particularly in China's tumor gene testing sector.

Miaoshou Doctor

Series F in 2021
Miaoshou Doctor is a healthcare service platform founded in 2015 by Tao He and Daoliang Han, based in Beijing. The platform facilitates communication between healthcare professionals and patients, focusing on the management of post-diagnosis outcomes. It enables doctors to actively follow up with patients through additional counseling and prescriptions, enhancing the overall patient care experience. By providing tools for effective interaction, Miaoshou Doctor aims to improve health management for both patients and doctors.

dMed

Series C in 2021
dMed Company Limited, also known as dMed Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd., is a clinical contract research organization based in Shanghai, China. Established in 2016, dMed specializes in offering a comprehensive range of services to support the development of medicines and medical devices. Its offerings include consulting, clinical operations, biostatistics and programming, data management, pharmacovigilance, clinical science and medical affairs, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs and strategy. The company serves a diverse clientele, including biopharmaceutical and medical device companies, and aims to establish itself as a prominent international brand in the field of drug innovation services and solutions.

MazumaGo

Seed Round in 2021
MazumaGo is a computer software company based in British Columbia, Canada, that focuses on providing digital payment solutions. Founded in 2019, the company offers a software application platform designed to facilitate the sending and receiving of payments electronically. This innovative approach aims to streamline payment operations for users, making financial transactions more efficient and accessible.

Miaoshou Doctor

Series E in 2021
Miaoshou Doctor is a healthcare service platform founded in 2015 by Tao He and Daoliang Han, based in Beijing. The platform facilitates communication between healthcare professionals and patients, focusing on the management of post-diagnosis outcomes. It enables doctors to actively follow up with patients through additional counseling and prescriptions, enhancing the overall patient care experience. By providing tools for effective interaction, Miaoshou Doctor aims to improve health management for both patients and doctors.

dMed

Series C in 2020
dMed Company Limited, also known as dMed Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd., is a clinical contract research organization based in Shanghai, China. Established in 2016, dMed specializes in offering a comprehensive range of services to support the development of medicines and medical devices. Its offerings include consulting, clinical operations, biostatistics and programming, data management, pharmacovigilance, clinical science and medical affairs, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs and strategy. The company serves a diverse clientele, including biopharmaceutical and medical device companies, and aims to establish itself as a prominent international brand in the field of drug innovation services and solutions.

BarrelWise

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of a wine barrel management technology designed to enhance production and analysis. The company's system allows barrel topping, sampling, sulfating and chemical analysis to occur in one interaction, all without ever opening the barrel, enabling wineries to simplify the process of barrel management and increase operational efficiencies.

Arbutus Medical

Seed Round in 2020
Arbutus Medical Inc. is a Vancouver-based company that develops and manufactures affordable surgical power tools aimed at improving access to orthopedic surgery. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of products, including orthopedic surgical tools, drill kits, skeleton traction kits, and training courses. Their flagship product is a cost-effective orthopedic power tool system designed to address the rising healthcare costs faced by hospitals. This innovative system is utilized in North American trauma centers, veterinary hospitals, military deployments, and non-governmental organization missions, as well as in over 30 low- and middle-income countries. Arbutus Medical aims to enhance healthcare accessibility for an estimated five million patients by 2030 through its commitment to "frugal innovation." Customer support is provided through phone, email, and an online application, ensuring comprehensive assistance for all inquiries.

CuePath Innovation

Angel Round in 2020
CuePath is a healthcare technology company on a mission to help seniors and other vulnerable individuals stay healthy and independent with the support of their circle of care. The company aims to provide caregivers with the information needed to support users with medication adherence. CuePath Innovation designs smart medication packaging for seniors and provides a service that enables families to ensure that their senior family members stay on track with medications via mobile devices.

VitaminLab

Seed Round in 2020
VitaminLab takes your health history, our nutrient testing or health data, and uses our matching algorithm to create an all-in-one personalized supplement that impacts your health. The company, run by a team of pharmacists and health care professionals, was founded to change the status quo of the supplement industry.

Interpodia Technology

Seed Round in 2020
Interpodia Technology Corp. operates an online sports registration platform designed to streamline membership management and enhance compliance for sports organizations, clubs, and events. Founded in 2009 and based in North Vancouver, Canada, the platform offers a variety of features aimed at improving efficiency for sport administrators and event managers. These include customizable membership registration, safe sport licensing for coaches and officials, integrated data distribution, volunteer management, and fundraising capabilities. The platform also supports multi-event registration, promotional integrations, and offers tools for tracking athlete performance and managing merchandise sales. By automating administrative tasks and providing a comprehensive suite of services, Interpodia Technology enables sports stakeholders to collaborate effectively, thereby reducing risk and increasing cash flow.

Sonic Incytes

Seed Round in 2020
Sonic Incytes Medical Corp is a medical device company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on developing handheld ultrasound solutions for the assessment and monitoring of chronic liver diseases. Incorporated in 2012, the company aims to enhance routine liver health evaluation through non-invasive methods that provide reliable diagnostic accuracy. Its portable ultrasound devices are designed for point-of-care diagnostics and procedure guidance, enabling healthcare practitioners to improve the standard of care in quantifying conditions such as fatty liver disease. Through its innovative technology, Sonic Incytes seeks to facilitate better management of liver health for patients.

MazumaGo

Pre Seed Round in 2020
MazumaGo is a computer software company based in British Columbia, Canada, that focuses on providing digital payment solutions. Founded in 2019, the company offers a software application platform designed to facilitate the sending and receiving of payments electronically. This innovative approach aims to streamline payment operations for users, making financial transactions more efficient and accessible.

Ibbaka

Seed Round in 2020
Ibbaka provides strategic pricing advisory services.

VINN

Angel Round in 2019
VINN operates at the intersection of technology and automotive retail, focusing on transforming the traditional car buying experience. The company has developed a digital e-commerce platform that facilitates the online purchase of new and used vehicles. This platform not only generates leads for dealerships but also offers concierge services to customers, enhancing their shopping experience. Additionally, VINN provides e-commerce capabilities for dealers' websites, enabling seamless digital transactions. By connecting buyers with dealerships, VINN aims to create a comprehensive one-stop shopping environment in the automotive sector.

Cuboh

Seed Round in 2019
Cuboh is an online platform founded in 2019 and based in Victoria, Canada, that simplifies the management of online food orders for restaurants. By integrating multiple delivery platforms such as DoorDash, Postmates, and UberEats into a single system, Cuboh enables restaurants to streamline their operations through an easy-to-use interface. This application allows users to manage all online orders efficiently and facilitates the addition of new applications to support expansion into new markets. Overall, Cuboh aims to enhance the ordering process for both restaurants and customers by automating and centralizing online food order management.

Redlen Technologies

Series B in 2019
Redlen Technologies Inc. specializes in the manufacture of cadmium zinc telluride (CZT) semiconductors, which are essential for radiation detection and imaging equipment used in medical and security applications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Saanichton, Canada, the company produces high-resolution CZT detectors that enhance the performance of technologies such as nuclear cardiology, CT scanning, baggage scanning, and bomb detection. Redlen has pioneered a unique production process known as the Traveling Heater Method (THM), which improves the cost-effectiveness and availability of CZT materials, facilitating broader adoption in the medical and security sectors. Additionally, the company provides advanced thin film solar cadmium telluride feedstock solutions, contributing to the thin-film solar photovoltaic market. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, Redlen Technologies is positioned to significantly impact the landscape of radiation-based imaging technologies.

Cuboh

Angel Round in 2019
Cuboh is an online platform founded in 2019 and based in Victoria, Canada, that simplifies the management of online food orders for restaurants. By integrating multiple delivery platforms such as DoorDash, Postmates, and UberEats into a single system, Cuboh enables restaurants to streamline their operations through an easy-to-use interface. This application allows users to manage all online orders efficiently and facilitates the addition of new applications to support expansion into new markets. Overall, Cuboh aims to enhance the ordering process for both restaurants and customers by automating and centralizing online food order management.

Interpodia Technology

Angel Round in 2019
Interpodia Technology Corp. operates an online sports registration platform designed to streamline membership management and enhance compliance for sports organizations, clubs, and events. Founded in 2009 and based in North Vancouver, Canada, the platform offers a variety of features aimed at improving efficiency for sport administrators and event managers. These include customizable membership registration, safe sport licensing for coaches and officials, integrated data distribution, volunteer management, and fundraising capabilities. The platform also supports multi-event registration, promotional integrations, and offers tools for tracking athlete performance and managing merchandise sales. By automating administrative tasks and providing a comprehensive suite of services, Interpodia Technology enables sports stakeholders to collaborate effectively, thereby reducing risk and increasing cash flow.

Starling Minds

Seed Round in 2019
Starling Minds Inc. provides digital mental health therapy. The company also offers disability management, treatment, and absence management services. It offers solutions in the areas of business, disability management, education, healthcare, insurance providers, and workers compensation. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Mesentech

Seed Round in 2019
Mesentech Inc. is a regenerative medicine company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in developing novel drug conjugates for targeted bone therapy. Founded in 2013, the company utilizes a proprietary prodrug platform that selectively delivers therapeutics to bone, addressing challenging medical conditions such as osteoporosis and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Its lead product, MES1007, is a bone-targeted prodrug of a prostaglandin mimetic designed to reverse bone loss by effectively targeting mesenchymal stem cells. This innovative approach enables the delivery of active pharmaceutical agents directly to the bone, minimizing systemic side effects often associated with high-dose treatments. Pre-clinical in-vivo models have validated the efficacy of Mesentech's technology, positioning the company to advance treatments for low-bone-density disorders and improve outcomes in bone healing and regeneration.

Claris Healthcare

Angel Round in 2019
Claris Healthcare Inc. is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in a communication platform aimed at improving the management of patient care in home settings. The platform is designed to remotely engage and monitor patients, particularly older seniors, addressing both chronic and acute health needs. It effectively tackles issues such as social isolation and provides accessible remote patient monitoring. The system allows for coaching during acute interventions without requiring on-site installation or configuration, enabling easy deployment with no direct patient contact. This functionality supports effective monitoring and intervention, helping to prevent hospital readmissions and optimize healthcare reimbursements.

Penny

Seed Round in 2019
Penny AI Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that develops an intelligent customer relationship management (CRM) application specifically designed for consultants in the direct sales industry. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Squamish, the firm utilizes artificial intelligence and work automation to enhance client support. Its automation engine prioritizes next steps in the sales process, improving the overall customer experience. Additionally, Penny's technology helps create targeted lists of income-producing activities, thereby streamlining the efforts of direct sales professionals.

Orbitless

Seed Round in 2019
ORBITLESS™ is the first novel drivetrain technology in generations. The patent pending ORBITLESS™ Drive can be used in a variety of applications from Motion Control, Robotics, Electric vehicles, Wind Power or really anywhere gear motors are used . It can be an alternative to a Planetary Drives, Harmonic (strain-wave) or Spur Gearsets, or used in combination to derive the desired ideal gearbox. Available in single stage, multi-stage, high and low ratio configurations, the possibilities are endless. We work with leading innovative gearhead, power transmission, and gearmotor companies that are looking to maintain their competitive edge. Our company provides a technical consultancy service and a support network, to offer external clients transmission design, analysis, build and test engineering.

VitaminLab

Seed Round in 2018
VitaminLab takes your health history, our nutrient testing or health data, and uses our matching algorithm to create an all-in-one personalized supplement that impacts your health. The company, run by a team of pharmacists and health care professionals, was founded to change the status quo of the supplement industry.

Claris Healthcare

Seed Round in 2018
Claris Healthcare Inc. is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in a communication platform aimed at improving the management of patient care in home settings. The platform is designed to remotely engage and monitor patients, particularly older seniors, addressing both chronic and acute health needs. It effectively tackles issues such as social isolation and provides accessible remote patient monitoring. The system allows for coaching during acute interventions without requiring on-site installation or configuration, enabling easy deployment with no direct patient contact. This functionality supports effective monitoring and intervention, helping to prevent hospital readmissions and optimize healthcare reimbursements.

Retreat Guru

Angel Round in 2018
Retreat Guru Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in cloud-based registration software and management solutions for spiritual retreat centers and teachers. Founded in 1998 and originally known as Blue Mandala Communications, the company has developed a platform that facilitates the marketing and management of retreats. This platform allows users to search for, review, and book retreats globally, connecting them with authentic experiences and renowned practitioners. By focusing on health and wellness, Retreat Guru aims to inspire individuals to reconnect with their inner wisdom and strength through meaningful retreat experiences.

Starling Minds

Seed Round in 2018
Starling Minds Inc. provides digital mental health therapy. The company also offers disability management, treatment, and absence management services. It offers solutions in the areas of business, disability management, education, healthcare, insurance providers, and workers compensation. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Navigate Surgical

Angel Round in 2017
Navigate Surgical specializes in innovative motion tracking and 3D visualization technology aimed at enhancing computer-assisted surgical navigation, particularly in dental procedures. Founded by Avi Kapri in 2011, the company has developed proprietary tools that integrate software and optical scanning to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. Their flagship product, the Inliant system, offers usability and workflow advantages while making dental implant procedures less invasive and more predictable. In addition to its applications in dental surgery, Navigate Surgical's technology is being adapted for broader use in various medical procedures, thereby providing significant benefits across the healthcare landscape.

CuePath Innovation

Seed Round in 2017
CuePath is a healthcare technology company on a mission to help seniors and other vulnerable individuals stay healthy and independent with the support of their circle of care. The company aims to provide caregivers with the information needed to support users with medication adherence. CuePath Innovation designs smart medication packaging for seniors and provides a service that enables families to ensure that their senior family members stay on track with medications via mobile devices.

Aspect Biosystems

Seed Round in 2017
Aspect Biosystems Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering. Founded in 2013, the company develops advanced living tissues through its proprietary microfluidic 3D bioprinting platform. This technology allows for precise control over biomaterial composition and structure during tissue fabrication, facilitating research in areas such as respiratory diseases. Aspect also provides contract testing services using its 3DAirwayALI human tissue model, catering to pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions. In addition to its core offerings, Aspect is advancing internal programs focused on regenerative medicine, particularly for metabolic diseases and musculoskeletal disorders, while collaborating with industry partners to commercialize bioprinted therapeutics.

Microdermics

Seed Round in 2017
Microdermics Inc., a medical device company, focuses on commercializing a hollow microneedle delivery platform for the biopharmaceutical market. It focuses on designing, building, testing, and manufacturing hollow metal microneedles for various therapeutics and traditional intramuscular vaccinations. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Proxxi

Seed Round in 2017
PROXXI is smart sensor that allows us to see electricity with software. They have built the first digital electric field sensor that can interpret voltage and distance. The first product they have built is the Proxxiband which is targeted at electrical workers. It notifies the wearer by vibration (haptic feedback) when they get too close to an electric current, and helps reinforce the limits of approach. Targeted at utility workers and those in industry at risk of electrocution, it is a device that provides companies peace of mind and visibility through connected monitoring and insights into employee safety.

Microdermics

Angel Round in 2017
Microdermics Inc., a medical device company, focuses on commercializing a hollow microneedle delivery platform for the biopharmaceutical market. It focuses on designing, building, testing, and manufacturing hollow metal microneedles for various therapeutics and traditional intramuscular vaccinations. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Aspect Biosystems

Seed Round in 2016
Aspect Biosystems Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering. Founded in 2013, the company develops advanced living tissues through its proprietary microfluidic 3D bioprinting platform. This technology allows for precise control over biomaterial composition and structure during tissue fabrication, facilitating research in areas such as respiratory diseases. Aspect also provides contract testing services using its 3DAirwayALI human tissue model, catering to pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions. In addition to its core offerings, Aspect is advancing internal programs focused on regenerative medicine, particularly for metabolic diseases and musculoskeletal disorders, while collaborating with industry partners to commercialize bioprinted therapeutics.

ViewsIQ

Seed Round in 2015
ViewsIQ is a medical imaging company, focused on digitizing a patient's lab samples blood, urine, tissue, under the microscope. Designed to integrate seamlessly into the laboratory's existing microscopy workflow, the company's innovative Panoptiq product platform provides clinicians maximum control over the digital image quality of lab samples. With Panoptiq's images, clinicians provide a high quality of care virtually to patients anywhere globally. It also enables the user to optimize the focus with their microscope. ViewsIQ software automatically sharpens out-of-focus areas within the panoramic image to achieve the best results. It was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Optigo Networks

Seed Round in 2014
Optigo Networks Inc. specializes in providing optical networking solutions for intelligent buildings, focusing on creating healthy networks that support the growing complexity of interconnected devices. Founded in 2012 and based in Vancouver, Canada, the company offers a range of products including smart aggregation optical Ethernet switches, optical splitters, and multiple optical-electrical converters. Optigo Networks addresses the challenges posed by the Internet of Things (IoT) in modern buildings by offering solutions for IP video surveillance, security, access control, smart metering, and wireless mesh networking. Their platforms, such as Optigo Connect and Visual BACnet, facilitate robust connectivity, centralized management, and real-time network analytics, enabling building owners and operators to monitor and maintain their systems efficiently. By simplifying the management of building networks, Optigo Networks aims to enhance the operational efficiency, comfort, and security of commercial spaces, including stadiums, shopping malls, and university campuses.

Redlen Technologies

Venture Round in 2014
Redlen Technologies Inc. specializes in the manufacture of cadmium zinc telluride (CZT) semiconductors, which are essential for radiation detection and imaging equipment used in medical and security applications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Saanichton, Canada, the company produces high-resolution CZT detectors that enhance the performance of technologies such as nuclear cardiology, CT scanning, baggage scanning, and bomb detection. Redlen has pioneered a unique production process known as the Traveling Heater Method (THM), which improves the cost-effectiveness and availability of CZT materials, facilitating broader adoption in the medical and security sectors. Additionally, the company provides advanced thin film solar cadmium telluride feedstock solutions, contributing to the thin-film solar photovoltaic market. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, Redlen Technologies is positioned to significantly impact the landscape of radiation-based imaging technologies.

Semios

Seed Round in 2014
SemiosBio Technologies Inc. offers innovative pest management solutions for growers of tree fruits, nuts, and grapes globally. The company has developed the Semios platform, which enables real-time monitoring and control of agricultural operations through a comprehensive network of sensors. This platform provides continuous coverage and includes features such as automated pheromones, pest traps, and pest pressure notifications, along with frost monitoring and alerts. Additionally, it evaluates disease risk, monitors irrigation, and assesses soil conditions, helping growers make informed decisions to optimize crop quality while reducing agricultural inputs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Semios also operates locations in Fresno, California; Wenatchee, Washington; and Heerlen, the Netherlands.

Mazza Innovation

Seed Round in 2014
Sensient Natural Extraction Inc. previously known as Mazza Innovation Ltd. develops and provides extraction system for extracting phytochemicals from plants using low polarity water to acquire high-value phytochemicals from plants. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Delta, Canada. As of July 10, 2018, Sensient Natural Extraction Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Sensient Technologies Corporation.

ImStar Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2014
ImStar Therapeutics Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on developing treatments to treat patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Its product pipeline comprises IMS-088, a small-molecule compound designed to address immune system activation pathway involved in neurodegeneration; and TDP-43 Associated NF-kB Activation Inhibitors. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Semios

Seed Round in 2013
SemiosBio Technologies Inc. offers innovative pest management solutions for growers of tree fruits, nuts, and grapes globally. The company has developed the Semios platform, which enables real-time monitoring and control of agricultural operations through a comprehensive network of sensors. This platform provides continuous coverage and includes features such as automated pheromones, pest traps, and pest pressure notifications, along with frost monitoring and alerts. Additionally, it evaluates disease risk, monitors irrigation, and assesses soil conditions, helping growers make informed decisions to optimize crop quality while reducing agricultural inputs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Semios also operates locations in Fresno, California; Wenatchee, Washington; and Heerlen, the Netherlands.

BlueBat Games

Seed Round in 2013
BlueBat Games helps game developers socialize their games on the web and mobile space through the use of the innovative BlueBox Engine. BlueBat Games was founded in 2011 in Vancouver, BC by two former EA software engineers, Kenny Huang and Tim Harris. The start-up atmosphere at BlueBat is one of collaboration and problem-solving where independence and creativity are encouraged. At BlueBat, our mission is to entertain and make people laugh through games that are unique, fun and entertaining. In January 2012, BlueBat was selected as one of five start-ups to be part of GrowLab’s 2012 accelerator program.

ImStar Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2012
ImStar Therapeutics Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on developing treatments to treat patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Its product pipeline comprises IMS-088, a small-molecule compound designed to address immune system activation pathway involved in neurodegeneration; and TDP-43 Associated NF-kB Activation Inhibitors. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Semios

Seed Round in 2011
SemiosBio Technologies Inc. offers innovative pest management solutions for growers of tree fruits, nuts, and grapes globally. The company has developed the Semios platform, which enables real-time monitoring and control of agricultural operations through a comprehensive network of sensors. This platform provides continuous coverage and includes features such as automated pheromones, pest traps, and pest pressure notifications, along with frost monitoring and alerts. Additionally, it evaluates disease risk, monitors irrigation, and assesses soil conditions, helping growers make informed decisions to optimize crop quality while reducing agricultural inputs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Semios also operates locations in Fresno, California; Wenatchee, Washington; and Heerlen, the Netherlands.

Target Tape

Seed Round in 2011
Target Tape Inc. is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in the development of radiopaque adhesive strips designed for various surgical applications. The company’s flagship product, Target Tape, aids in spinal, vascular, and thoracic surgeries, as well as in procedures involving foreign bodies. These adhesive strips are inscribed with locational markings that are visible in medical imaging techniques such as X-rays and fluoroscopy, allowing surgeons to accurately mark the skin for precise incisions. By enhancing the accuracy of medical procedures, Target Tape contributes to improved surgical outcomes.

Target Tape

Seed Round in 2011
Target Tape Inc. is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in the development of radiopaque adhesive strips designed for various surgical applications. The company’s flagship product, Target Tape, aids in spinal, vascular, and thoracic surgeries, as well as in procedures involving foreign bodies. These adhesive strips are inscribed with locational markings that are visible in medical imaging techniques such as X-rays and fluoroscopy, allowing surgeons to accurately mark the skin for precise incisions. By enhancing the accuracy of medical procedures, Target Tape contributes to improved surgical outcomes.

Good Natured Products

Seed Round in 2011
Good Natured Products Inc specializes in manufacturing and distributing a wide range of eco-friendly products made from renewable, plant-based materials. The company's portfolio includes over 400 items categorized into five main business groups: General Merchandise, Packaging, Industrial, Commercial Supplies, and Services. Good Natured focuses on providing products that are free from harmful chemicals, such as BPAs and phthalates, promoting both environmental sustainability and consumer health. Its offerings encompass home and business products, food packaging, restaurant containers, as well as medical and industrial supplies. The company distributes its products through various channels, including wholesale, direct-to-business, and retail, aiming to drive sales while minimizing waste and reducing environmental impact.

NetMotion Software

Venture Round in 2001
NetMotion Software is a provider of mobile security and performance management solutions designed to enhance the productivity of mobile workforces across various sectors, including government and enterprise. Its flagship product, Mobility, is a mobile VPN solution that ensures seamless data connectivity for users as they navigate through different wireless environments. This software allows organizations to maintain optimal mobile performance, providing IT decision-makers with critical insights and control over devices, applications, and networks. With a focus on improving operational efficiencies and resolving performance issues in real time, NetMotion serves over 1,400 respected organizations, including those in public utilities, healthcare, communications, public safety, and transportation.
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