Next Act Fund

Next Act Fund, established in 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an angel investment group dedicated to supporting early-stage, women-owned and led companies. As the first fund of its kind in Southwestern Pennsylvania, it aims to create a positive impact for women entrepreneurs and the broader community. The organization not only focuses on investment but also emphasizes education, offering monthly sessions that are open to members and the public, as well as specialized programs for aspiring investors. Through these initiatives, Next Act Fund seeks to foster a supportive environment for women-led businesses in the Greater Pittsburgh region.

R. Yvonne Campos

Founder and President

12 past transactions

Astarte Medical

Series A in 2021
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. develops a software that provides a universal view of clinical data in real time to assess the state of the preterm infant’s gut health to make more informed decisions. The product enables NICU clinical care teams to standardize and streamline the practice of feeding. Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

Augment Therapy

Seed Round in 2021
Augment Therapy, Inc. develops interactive augmented reality telemedicine software solution for pediatric physical therapy. The solution provides real-time and remote monitored session on physical therapy and automates data collection for therapists. Augment Therapy, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Cleveland, Ohio.

Pomp & Whimsy

Seed Round in 2021
Pomp & Whimsy Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Pelham, New York, specializes in the production of gin and other spirits. The company focuses on creating a uniquely refined liquor by infusing traditionally distilled gin with a naturally flavorful botanical liqueur, resulting in a lightly sweetened and fruit-floral spirit that appeals to a broader palate. Pomp & Whimsy aims to provide a distinctive alternative to standard dry gin, making their offerings more accessible to consumers who prefer a smoother taste. The company is involved in the manufacturing, distribution, and sales of its products, highlighting its commitment to quality and innovation in the spirits market.

Performlive

Seed Round in 2020
PerformLive is a purpose-driven community for Creators & Sellers to monetize their talent and products via interactive live stream. It combines the power of live interaction, augmented reality, social selling & live commerce, all in one platform.

Funding U

Private Equity Round in 2020
Funding University, Inc. is a merit-based student lender that provides fixed interest rate loans to undergraduate students in the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers an alternative to traditional FICO and co-signer-based loan models. By assessing students' academic performance, career trajectories, and earning potential, Funding U enables students to secure loans without the need for a co-signer. This approach not only facilitates access to funding but also aims to reduce the likelihood of students dropping out of college due to financial constraints.

Lindy Biosciences

Series A in 2019
Lindy Biosciences is a development-stage protein therapeutic formulations company. Our core technology produces spherical, dense, stable particles of a therapeutic protein. These protein particles are ideal for long-term storage, or for non-standard formulations such as suspension formulations (for high-concentration delivery of antibodies), encapsulation (for sustained/controlled release), or dry powder pulmonary delivery.​

Joylux

Venture Round in 2019
Joylux, Inc. is a health and wellness company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on women's health and wellness. Founded in 2013, the company develops LED-focused medical devices designed to address pelvic-floor issues. Its primary product is an at-home device that provides pelvic-floor toning and vaginal rejuvenation. Joylux is dedicated to delivering noninvasive, effective, and affordable solutions to enhance women's intimate health and overall quality of life.

Pomp & Whimsy

Angel Round in 2019
Pomp & Whimsy Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Pelham, New York, specializes in the production of gin and other spirits. The company focuses on creating a uniquely refined liquor by infusing traditionally distilled gin with a naturally flavorful botanical liqueur, resulting in a lightly sweetened and fruit-floral spirit that appeals to a broader palate. Pomp & Whimsy aims to provide a distinctive alternative to standard dry gin, making their offerings more accessible to consumers who prefer a smoother taste. The company is involved in the manufacturing, distribution, and sales of its products, highlighting its commitment to quality and innovation in the spirits market.

Time Study

Seed Round in 2019
Time Study Inc. is a software development company based in New York, established in 2016. It specializes in creating web and mobile applications that offer enterprise solutions focused on time intelligence. The company's platform leverages machine intelligence to analyze and transform time data into real-time insights, enabling organizations to understand how time is utilized and its effects on workforce effectiveness, operational efficiency, and compliance. Time Study's solutions are currently implemented in over 30 prominent health organizations across the United States, reflecting its commitment to enhancing business insights and reporting capabilities related to time management. The team is led by Kishau Rogers, a seasoned entrepreneur and computer scientist, supported by a group of professionals with extensive experience in developing enterprise software solutions.

Astarte Medical

Series A in 2019
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. develops a software that provides a universal view of clinical data in real time to assess the state of the preterm infant’s gut health to make more informed decisions. The product enables NICU clinical care teams to standardize and streamline the practice of feeding. Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

Astarte Medical

Venture Round in 2018
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. develops a software that provides a universal view of clinical data in real time to assess the state of the preterm infant’s gut health to make more informed decisions. The product enables NICU clinical care teams to standardize and streamline the practice of feeding. Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

Cocomama

Angel Round in 2018
Cocomama is a women-owned business that manufactures delicious baking and hot cocoa mixes. It crafts organic cocoa products, cocoa powders, baking mixes, and brownie thins are used to produce cakes, pastries, and cookies with ingredients sourced from countries like the Dominican Republic, Madagascar, and Indonesia, providing customers with tasty chocolate products.
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