Elementum Ventures

Elementum Ventures, founded in 2014 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early-stage companies across various sectors, including consumer products, information technology, e-commerce, and advanced technologies like virtual reality and artificial intelligence. The firm adopts a personalized investment approach, engaging closely with founders and their businesses. Elementum Ventures not only provides capital at the pre-seed and seed stages but also actively participates in the operations of the companies it invests in, taking on diverse roles to support growth. The firm seeks to partner with passionate and resilient entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions in their markets, particularly those with differentiated intellectual property and breakthroughs in hard sciences.

Ben Ben Chelf

General Partner

Ben Patterson

General Partner

20 past transactions

Twelve

Series B in 2022
Twelve, formerly known as Opus 12, is a Berkeley, California-based company that specializes in recycling carbon dioxide emissions into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2015, the company has developed innovative technology that can be integrated with any source of CO₂ emissions. By utilizing only water and electricity as inputs, Twelve transforms captured carbon dioxide into essential products such as methane, ethylene, and ethanol. The firm aims to provide a cost-competitive alternative to petroleum-derived chemicals and fuels, thereby addressing carbon emissions while simultaneously creating economically viable solutions.

Petra

Series A in 2021
Petra is a Robotics company that focuses solely on underground utilities. Petra enables undergrounding critical utilities by boring utility tunnels through previously impenetrable geologies.

Mekonos

Series A in 2021
Mekonos Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the design, development, and production of gene and cell therapies. Founded in 2017, Mekonos has developed a proprietary cell-engineering platform that utilizes scalable silicon technology and an integrated system-on-a-chip. This platform enables the creation of predictive models for drug discovery and development, as well as a silicon chip automated architecture for genome editing. The company's innovative MEMS technology allows for the precise control of individual nanoneedles to inject single cells in parallel, facilitating the industrialization of engineered therapies for genetic diseases, including cancers. By providing a reliable and reusable manufacturing system, Mekonos aims to enable healthcare providers to deliver a diverse range of therapeutic molecules across various primary cell types.

Mekonos

Seed Round in 2020
Mekonos Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the design, development, and production of gene and cell therapies. Founded in 2017, Mekonos has developed a proprietary cell-engineering platform that utilizes scalable silicon technology and an integrated system-on-a-chip. This platform enables the creation of predictive models for drug discovery and development, as well as a silicon chip automated architecture for genome editing. The company's innovative MEMS technology allows for the precise control of individual nanoneedles to inject single cells in parallel, facilitating the industrialization of engineered therapies for genetic diseases, including cancers. By providing a reliable and reusable manufacturing system, Mekonos aims to enable healthcare providers to deliver a diverse range of therapeutic molecules across various primary cell types.

Flexcap

Seed Round in 2020
Flexcap Corp. is a financial platform based in New York that focuses on optimizing capital utilization in the commercial real estate sector. Established in 2020, the company also manages Flexcap Fund I, an early-stage venture capital fund that targets investments in information technology, financial services, and business products and services. The fund, launched in 2019, aims to support innovative startups within these sectors, enhancing their growth potential and operational efficiency.

Threadloom

Series A in 2018
Threadloom, Inc. is an internet company based in Palo Alto, California, that develops an online search platform specifically designed for community forums. Founded in 2015, Threadloom's platform allows users to easily connect and find relevant content within forums. The company focuses on enhancing user experience by automatically curating forum content, making it more accessible and engaging for users. In addition to its core search capabilities, Threadloom also specializes in community-building and email marketing.

Mekonos

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Mekonos Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the design, development, and production of gene and cell therapies. Founded in 2017, Mekonos has developed a proprietary cell-engineering platform that utilizes scalable silicon technology and an integrated system-on-a-chip. This platform enables the creation of predictive models for drug discovery and development, as well as a silicon chip automated architecture for genome editing. The company's innovative MEMS technology allows for the precise control of individual nanoneedles to inject single cells in parallel, facilitating the industrialization of engineered therapies for genetic diseases, including cancers. By providing a reliable and reusable manufacturing system, Mekonos aims to enable healthcare providers to deliver a diverse range of therapeutic molecules across various primary cell types.

Legit

Seed Round in 2018
With 15 out of the top 20 life science teams using the product, Legit™ is the industry-leading platform that helps companies discover and collaborate with experts in life sciences. Unlike traditional expert marketplaces, Legit™ powers the most successful collaborations by enabling companies to tap into internal, as well as external expertise.

Metricstory

Venture Round in 2018
Metricstory Incorporated is a business optimization platform that identifies unrealized revenue opportunities for its clients. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance digital advertising efforts. Its offerings include prescriptive alerts, spend optimization solutions, and performance anomaly detection, all aimed at simplifying workflows and enhancing team collaboration. Metricstory primarily serves e-commerce leaders, data analysts, agencies, email marketers, merchandisers, and executives, facilitating the efficient launch, management, and maximization of advertising campaigns, particularly on platforms like Google Ads. By leveraging AI and data-driven technology, Metricstory enables its clients to navigate the complexities of digital advertising, ensuring they connect effectively with customers and optimize their revenue growth.

Meta

Seed Round in 2018
Meta is a provider of software solutions that allow users to be effective and masterful in their work. The company was founded in 2017 by Ali Jelveh, Marco Buhlmann, and Thies Arntzen and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

Move37

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Move37 is a developer of an artificial intelligence platform that allows users to revisit every moment displayed on their screens. The platform facilitates searching across various applications and devices, serving as a medium for exchanging ideas related to the impacts of AI research. By enabling clients to securely access and analyze data, Move37 aims to enhance understanding and exploration within the realm of artificial intelligence.

Bold Metrics

Venture Round in 2017
Bold Metrics is a leading fit technology company based in San Francisco that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to assist apparel brands in enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. The company's software predicts accurate body measurements and creates custom AI body models, enabling retailers to make precise size and fit recommendations. By connecting customers with better-fitting clothing, Bold Metrics helps brands reduce fit-related returns, ultimately boosting conversions and improving sustainability. Its SaaS solutions are scalable and provide valuable insights that optimize supply chain operations, from design to distribution, thus minimizing environmental impact. Trusted by various brands, Bold Metrics enhances both online and in-store shopping experiences through its innovative technology.

Loom

Seed Round in 2016
Loom, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a video messaging application designed to facilitate work communication. Founded in 2015, Loom allows users to capture, record, and narrate videos that can be instantly shared via a link, streamlining the process of conveying messages without the need to switch applications or upload content. The platform caters to a variety of use cases, including engineering, sales, recruiting, design, marketing, customer support, and leadership. In addition to its video messaging capabilities, Loom also offers a cloud-based photo and video library solution, enabling users to manage their media seamlessly across devices without consuming local storage space. This comprehensive approach addresses the challenges of photo and video management in an era of high-resolution content and limited storage capacity.

Threadloom

Seed Round in 2016
Threadloom, Inc. is an internet company based in Palo Alto, California, that develops an online search platform specifically designed for community forums. Founded in 2015, Threadloom's platform allows users to easily connect and find relevant content within forums. The company focuses on enhancing user experience by automatically curating forum content, making it more accessible and engaging for users. In addition to its core search capabilities, Threadloom also specializes in community-building and email marketing.

Ampd

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Developer of an enterprise advertising platform designed to make digital advertising more efficient and effective. The company's platform leverages data science and automation to create, launch, and optimize ad spending at scale, enabling e-commerce companies to discover new customers and realize revenue opportunities.

Metricstory

Seed Round in 2015
Metricstory Incorporated is a business optimization platform that identifies unrealized revenue opportunities for its clients. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance digital advertising efforts. Its offerings include prescriptive alerts, spend optimization solutions, and performance anomaly detection, all aimed at simplifying workflows and enhancing team collaboration. Metricstory primarily serves e-commerce leaders, data analysts, agencies, email marketers, merchandisers, and executives, facilitating the efficient launch, management, and maximization of advertising campaigns, particularly on platforms like Google Ads. By leveraging AI and data-driven technology, Metricstory enables its clients to navigate the complexities of digital advertising, ensuring they connect effectively with customers and optimize their revenue growth.

The Virtual Reality Company

Seed Round in 2015
The Virtual Reality Company is a content studio and production company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in creating immersive virtual reality experiences that blend technology, art, and storytelling. The company focuses on developing narrative-driven content for both virtual and augmented reality platforms, including virtual concerts, engaging stories, and sports documentaries. Through its innovative approach, The Virtual Reality Company aims to deliver compelling experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.

Bold Metrics

Seed Round in 2015
Bold Metrics is a leading fit technology company based in San Francisco that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to assist apparel brands in enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. The company's software predicts accurate body measurements and creates custom AI body models, enabling retailers to make precise size and fit recommendations. By connecting customers with better-fitting clothing, Bold Metrics helps brands reduce fit-related returns, ultimately boosting conversions and improving sustainability. Its SaaS solutions are scalable and provide valuable insights that optimize supply chain operations, from design to distribution, thus minimizing environmental impact. Trusted by various brands, Bold Metrics enhances both online and in-store shopping experiences through its innovative technology.

Plae

Seed Round in 2014
Plae is a lifestyle footwear company founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in designing shoes for children that celebrate individuality and promote exploration. Their products are constructed from eco-friendly, breathable, and washable materials, ensuring durability and flexibility while supporting the natural development of children's feet. Plae's footwear features interchangeable components that allow for customization to fit various foot shapes, accommodating the growth of cartilage and bone. By focusing on the joy of play and encouraging a carefree spirit, Plae aims to redefine the boundaries of childhood and foster healthy foot development for lasting comfort.

Celery

Seed Round in 2014
Celery is an online platform that facilitates pre-orders and crowdfunding for businesses, allowing them to accept payments directly from their own websites. The service is designed to help brands sell their ideas more effectively, enabling them to generate revenue before products are in stock. Celery offers a customizable storefront, allowing users to create unique crowdfunding pages instead of relying on standard templates. The platform aims to empower creators by providing them with the tools to turn their ideas into viable businesses, highlighting the importance of pre-orders in funding innovations. With a founding team experienced in e-commerce and mobile technology, Celery seeks to optimize sales and marketing efforts for businesses at various stages of product development.
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