Fontinalis Partners
Fontinalis Partners, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2009, with offices in Detroit and Boston. The firm specializes in stage-agnostic investments ranging from seed stage to pre-IPO, focusing on technology companies within the next-generation mobility, transportation, software and services, and communications equipment sectors. Its investment strategy emphasizes mobility solutions, including connected vehicles, data analytics, intelligent infrastructure, and new mobility models such as car sharing and smart logistics. Additionally, Fontinalis invests in consumer and enterprise technology, particularly in software-as-a-service, big data, mobile, and cloud-based solutions. The firm typically invests between $3 million and $10 million in early-stage startups, with smaller amounts for seed investments and larger sums for select later-stage opportunities. Fontinalis aims to partner strategically across the entire mobility ecosystem, promoting innovation across various transportation modes.
Karamba Security's patented software detects and prevents cyberattacks on a wide variety of connected devices and systems, including automotive ECUs, Industry 4.0 controllers, enterprise edge devices, and IoT endpoints. Karamba's security solutions are embedded within devices and work automatically, without any need for customer operation and with negligible performance impact.
Sweet is a service designed to help consumers reduce their mobile phone expenses without compromising on coverage. The company identifies opportunities for savings, as nearly 70% of U.S. wireless subscribers are currently overpaying for their plans. Customers can save an average of $300 per year by utilizing Sweet's platform, which simplifies the process of switching carriers. By handling communications with service providers, Sweet ensures a quick and easy sign-up experience. The company prioritizes customer privacy and security, employing advanced encryption methods to protect personal information. Sweet collaborates with major carriers to provide nationwide coverage and reliable service. The company is supported by experienced entrepreneurs from well-known firms, enhancing its credibility in the telecommunications market.
Carma offers a software platform for vehicle subscriptions.
Karamba Security's patented software detects and prevents cyberattacks on a wide variety of connected devices and systems, including automotive ECUs, Industry 4.0 controllers, enterprise edge devices, and IoT endpoints. Karamba's security solutions are embedded within devices and work automatically, without any need for customer operation and with negligible performance impact.
Karamba Security's patented software detects and prevents cyberattacks on a wide variety of connected devices and systems, including automotive ECUs, Industry 4.0 controllers, enterprise edge devices, and IoT endpoints. Karamba's security solutions are embedded within devices and work automatically, without any need for customer operation and with negligible performance impact.
GoKid Corporation develops mobile applications for carpooling for schools, teams, and active families in the United States. The company’s products include GoKid Carpool, an app that facilitates organization and management of carpools; GoKid Connect, a mobility software that connects schools and parents through a web portal and GoKid mobile app; and GoKid for Parents, an app for family carpooling. Its application allows parents to schedule and manage carpools with their trusted network of friends, families, and neighbors; and includes GPS-based tracking of cars, live mapping functionality, in-app texting, and automatic alerts. The company’s application can be accessed through smartphones and desktop. GoKid Corporation was incorporated in 2015 and is based in New York, New York with an additional office in Detroit, Michigan.
Sweet is a service designed to help consumers reduce their mobile phone expenses without compromising on coverage. The company identifies opportunities for savings, as nearly 70% of U.S. wireless subscribers are currently overpaying for their plans. Customers can save an average of $300 per year by utilizing Sweet's platform, which simplifies the process of switching carriers. By handling communications with service providers, Sweet ensures a quick and easy sign-up experience. The company prioritizes customer privacy and security, employing advanced encryption methods to protect personal information. Sweet collaborates with major carriers to provide nationwide coverage and reliable service. The company is supported by experienced entrepreneurs from well-known firms, enhancing its credibility in the telecommunications market.
Home Service Concierge platform designed to help Service Pros and Consumers Search, Match, Chat, Hire and Pay.
Elegus Technologies, Inc. develops and commercializes separator membranes made from nanoscale fibers. It membranes satisfy the requirements of multiple energy storage technologies, including lithium-ion batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, lithium-air batteries, and more. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Detroit, Michigan.