Keiretsu Forum

Keiretsu Forum is a global investment community founded in 2000, based in San Francisco, California. It comprises accredited private equity investors, venture capitalists, and corporate and institutional investors. With over 50 chapters worldwide and more than 2,500 members, the forum focuses on high-quality investment opportunities across various sectors, including emerging technologies, healthcare, life sciences, consumer products, and real estate. The organization emphasizes a holistic approach, fostering interlocking relationships among its members to enhance deal flow and investment prospects. Additionally, Keiretsu Forum actively engages in social and charitable initiatives, further strengthening its community ties and commitment to mutual benefit.

Denny Kurien

Chapter President and CEO, Delhi-NCR and Bangalore

Howard Lubert

Area President

Daniel Tang

Entrepreneur Director

Ira Wallace

CEO, CTO, President and Chairman

Randy (Pidoras) Williams

Founder and CEO

Duygu Eren

Partner and Board Member

513 past transactions

ALM Ortho

Series A in 2024
ALM Ortho specializes in the design and development of orthopedic implants and products specifically for orthopedic surgeons. The company focuses on creating innovative medical technologies that address complex orthopedic issues, particularly in the spine. Utilizing additive manufacturing and advanced software tools, ALM Ortho's products aim to improve solutions for osseointegration, limb lengthening, total joint arthroplasty revision, and trauma-related conditions. By enhancing the quality of their offerings, the company seeks to improve patient outcomes and overall quality of life in healthcare institutions.

Motion Gestures

Seed Round in 2024
Motion Gestures is a Canadian startup founded in 2016 in Waterloo, specializing in machine learning-based gesture recognition software. The company focuses on developing technology that enables the rapid creation of gesture-enabled interfaces for various systems, devices, and applications. Its software supports advanced 2D and 3D gesture recognition utilizing motion, touch, and vision sensors. This technology can be deployed across different platforms, including cloud, gateway, and embedded systems, allowing for quick integration without the need for extensive programming or data input. Motion Gestures provides developers with free licenses to its cloud SDK, facilitating the swift creation and testing of gestures using smartphones.

Boksy

Angel Round in 2024
Boksy is an audio and eBook app available on a monthly subscription fee with more than 40.000 titles in Swedish, English and Macedonian content. Boksy also offers a digitalisation platform for publishers and enables them completely transform or monetize on their digital content fast. Beside launching and selling content through Boksy book app, the team helps digitalise book content or generate audiobooks in 78 languages and more than 147 dialects.

MangoPoint

Angel Round in 2023
MangoPoint operates a business focused on providing high-quality fresh mangoes and processed mango products through a sustainable value chain. The company emphasizes the use of single-origin, carbide-free, and chemical-free farming practices to ensure that its mangoes are naturally ripened and rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These health benefits include potential anti-cancer effects, as well as improvements in immunity, digestion, and overall skin and hair health. In addition to fresh mangoes, MangoPoint offers a range of gourmet mango products, all packaged in an eco-friendly manner to align with its commitment to sustainability.

Qube Health

Seed Round in 2023
Qube Health is a health tech company specializing in employee healthcare management. The company offers primary care, health screenings, and non-insurance healthcare services to large corporations across various industries, including financial services, food services, facility management, and manufacturing. In addition to direct healthcare services, Qube Health provides a financial platform that facilitates interest-free healthcare financing for employees. This platform connects finance companies, insurance providers, and healthcare services, allowing employees to navigate their options and manage payments efficiently, resembling a credit card-like transaction experience at no cost. By integrating healthcare access and financial support, Qube Health aims to enhance the overall health and well-being of employees in the workplace.

BharatNXT

Seed Round in 2023
BharatNXT is a B2B fintech platform focused on providing comprehensive solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their business payments, credit, compliance, and sourcing capabilities. The company develops software that simplifies various business payment processes, including vendor payments, taxes such as GST and TDS, rent, and utilities. By enabling SMEs to utilize credit cards for these transactions, BharatNXT helps unlock working capital and streamline payment operations, positioning itself as a vital partner for businesses aiming to grow and thrive in competitive markets.

ixamBee

Secondary Market in 2023
ixamBee is an online learning platform dedicated to enhancing preparation for competitive exams in India, specifically targeting those aspiring for government jobs such as banking, SSC, and railways. The company utilizes technology to offer a comprehensive learning experience, providing students with access to high-quality resources and trained instructors. Through its platform, ixamBee facilitates self-paced, on-demand courses that allow students to master the necessary skills for their examinations. By centralizing educational content, ixamBee not only supports learners in their journey but also provides instructors with opportunities to share their expertise effectively.

Sugar Watchers

Seed Round in 2023
Sugar Watchers is a manufacturer of low glycemic index foods, addressing the growing concern of diabetes among individuals. The company produces fast-moving consumer goods that promote better health by helping consumers manage their blood sugar levels, reduce bad cholesterol, and support weight management. By focusing on these health benefits, Sugar Watchers aims to provide effective solutions for those looking to improve their overall well-being and mitigate the risks associated with diabetes and insulin resistance.

Mistikist

Seed Round in 2023
Mistikist is an AI-driven mental wellbeing platform designed to alleviate stress and enhance focus through personalized audio-visual brainwave entrainment. By leveraging advanced neuroscience, machine learning, and real-time biometrics, Mistikist customizes each session to meet individual user needs, delivering noticeable results in a short time. The platform caters to both business and consumer markets, offering subscription-based services for individuals and enterprise licensing for organizations. Users can access Mistikist through mobile applications, virtual reality headsets, and wearable devices, making it adaptable to busy lifestyles. The application employs audio and visual stimuli, such as binaural beats and kaleidoscope imagery, to influence brainwave activity, promoting relaxation, focus, and improved sleep without the use of medication.

ixamBee

Seed Round in 2023
ixamBee is an online learning platform dedicated to enhancing preparation for competitive exams in India, specifically targeting those aspiring for government jobs such as banking, SSC, and railways. The company utilizes technology to offer a comprehensive learning experience, providing students with access to high-quality resources and trained instructors. Through its platform, ixamBee facilitates self-paced, on-demand courses that allow students to master the necessary skills for their examinations. By centralizing educational content, ixamBee not only supports learners in their journey but also provides instructors with opportunities to share their expertise effectively.

Swytchd

Seed Round in 2023
Swytchd is a provider of subscription-based electric vehicle rental services designed to facilitate the transition to electric mobility. The company aims to reduce the upfront costs associated with purchasing electric vehicles while offering greater flexibility compared to traditional financing models. Swytchd's services allow customers to rent electric cars and bikes for specified subscription periods, making electric vehicle access more convenient and affordable. This business model supports individuals and businesses in adopting sustainable transportation options without the long-term commitment of ownership.

MYTH AI

Seed Round in 2022
MYTH AI specializes in generative AI technology that significantly accelerates the design process by eliminating the need for human inspiration. The platform can generate hundreds of unique designs within just four seconds, resulting in a 90% reduction in design time. MYTH AI excels in pattern generation by leveraging trend-based category and color learning, which enhances precision and relevance in design outcomes. The company offers AI-based software as a service (SaaS) that allows clients to create and print personalized designs across various textures. Additionally, MYTH AI prioritizes design ownership and certification, ensuring that creators maintain control over their work while protecting their intellectual property rights through blockchain and NFT infrastructure, adhering to ethical standards.

Popile

Seed Round in 2022
Popile is an online platform that connects fans with a diverse array of celebrities, including musicians, athletes, and digital creators, to facilitate personalized video gifts. Users can select their favorite celebrity to create memorable experiences, such as custom shout-out videos and video calls, making occasions like birthdays or celebrations truly special. With over 400 celebrities available, Popile caters to a wide audience, ensuring that there is a suitable celebrity for everyone. The platform's primary aim is to help users craft unforgettable memories through unique, personalized interactions. Popile aspires to become the leading celebrity engagement platform in the MENA region within the next two years.

Edmingle

Seed Round in 2022
Edmingle is a specialized learning management system that offers a SaaS-based platform for educators to enhance their teaching methods. The platform enables teachers to digitize their courses, creating an engaging learning experience for students. It provides tools for launching customized portals where educators can design tailored courses, assessments, quizzes, exercises, and assignments. Additionally, Edmingle facilitates discussions and allows educators to manage and track student performance across various subjects and courses. This comprehensive approach empowers educators and startups to effectively develop, market, and sell online courses, streamlining the educational process and improving outcomes for both teachers and students.

Qube Health

Seed Round in 2022
Qube Health is a health tech company specializing in employee healthcare management. The company offers primary care, health screenings, and non-insurance healthcare services to large corporations across various industries, including financial services, food services, facility management, and manufacturing. In addition to direct healthcare services, Qube Health provides a financial platform that facilitates interest-free healthcare financing for employees. This platform connects finance companies, insurance providers, and healthcare services, allowing employees to navigate their options and manage payments efficiently, resembling a credit card-like transaction experience at no cost. By integrating healthcare access and financial support, Qube Health aims to enhance the overall health and well-being of employees in the workplace.

Jolders

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Jolders is a decentralized collaborative ecosystem for emerging entrepreneurs and startups that uses tokenization through NFTs and blockchain technology. This platform facilitates the incubation and acceleration of projects, offering a co-investment model that allows investors to acquire digital & legally binding stakes in emerging companies in a safe and transparent way. Jolders focuses on maximizing the companies that are part of its ecosystem as if they were its own, providing continuous support and resources to drive their development and success in the market. This integration of advanced technology and collaborative approach seeks to democratize access to investment opportunities and enhance the growth of disruptive innovators globally.

iQure Pharma

Series A in 2022
iQure Pharma is a global biotech company dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly focusing on epilepsy. Founded by entrepreneurs and former pharmaceutical managers, the company aims to address unmet medical needs by creating new chemical entities with unique modes of action. This approach allows for the exploration of novel medical therapies, including options for patients who are resistant to existing treatments. By concentrating on these challenging conditions, iQure Pharma seeks to improve outcomes for individuals affected by epilepsy and other related disorders.

Vartega

Seed Round in 2022
Vartega Inc. specializes in recycling carbon fiber, a material known for its strength and lightweight properties, primarily serving the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods sectors. Founded in 2014 and based in Golden, Colorado, Vartega has developed a patented recycling process that produces low-cost carbon fiber suitable for various applications, including thermoplastic pellets, nonwoven fabrics, yarns, and three-dimensional printing filament. The company’s technology effectively diverts carbon fiber scrap and waste from landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing fuel economy in vehicles. Vartega's carbon fiber is available in multiple forms, including semi-continuous, chopped, and milled, making it adaptable for mass-market use.

6Degree

Venture Round in 2022
6Degree is India's first integrated fashion retail and services platform, headquartered in Bangalore. Founded in 2015 by Amit Bhardwaj and Nikhil Hegde, the platform connects over 15,000 fashion professionals and nearly 50 multi-brand retail stores, having served more than 500 fashion brands. It provides comprehensive B2B SaaS solutions through an omni-channel model, facilitating networking among artists in the fashion and creative industries. The platform offers a variety of services, including designer curation, portfolio photoshoots, and brand consulting, enabling fashion professionals to connect with individuals and organizations to enhance their brands and drive business growth.

Kandee Factory

Seed Round in 2022
Kandee Factory is a plant-based confectionery startup focused on producing healthier, environmentally friendly candies. Utilizing innovative atmospheric air-water extraction technology, the company creates vegan chocolates and confections that are natural, dye-free, and preservative-free. Kandee Factory aims to cater to the growing demand from globally conscious consumers seeking better-for-you treats while maintaining affordability. By prioritizing sustainable manufacturing techniques, Kandee Factory positions itself as a leader in the modern confectionery market, offering a new era of ecologically responsible sweets.

Celcius

Series A in 2022
Celcius Logistics Solutions is a cold-chain marketplace startup focused on connecting shippers and transporters to minimize wastage of perishable and temperature-sensitive goods. The company offers a platform that enables transporters and manufacturers to efficiently book vehicle loads and cold storage space. Users can monitor the entire logistics network from their desktop or mobile devices, ensuring a longer shelf life for their products. Celcius aims to streamline the cold-chain process, enhancing efficiency and reliability in the transportation of sensitive items.

Maxwell Biosciences

Seed Round in 2022
Maxwell Biosciences is a preclinical-stage drug platform company focused on developing innovative therapeutics through its proprietary CLAROMER biotechnology platform. This technology generates low-molecular-weight compounds that mimic peptides, offering a distinct advantage over traditional macromolecules by facilitating easier membrane penetration. The company aims to create biomimetic therapeutics and synthetic compounds that effectively target and destroy viruses, bacteria, fungi, and certain cancers while preserving healthy cells. By imitating essential components of the immune system, Maxwell Biosciences enables healthcare professionals to address conditions that were previously deemed untreatable, positioning itself as a pioneer in the field of advanced therapeutics.

Riskoptima

Seed Round in 2022
RiskOptima is a market-neutral portfolio management company that specializes in creating diversified stock portfolios through the integration of fundamental analysis, quantitative methods, and deep learning models. By leveraging advanced software for financial engineering, the company identifies mispriced stocks, allowing for the construction of portfolios that maintain a lower risk profile. Additionally, RiskOptima employs a wealth tech platform that incorporates statistical arbitrage algorithms and artificial intelligence, particularly during periods of high market volatility. This approach enhances the ability of traders to achieve profitability while adhering to a market-neutral strategy.

Planys Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
Planys Technologies is a Chennai-based company incubated at IIT Madras that specializes in submersible robotic inspection and survey solutions using Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). It focuses on providing safe and efficient inspection services for the oil and gas industry, particularly for underwater pipelines. The company designs and manufactures compact ROVs, integrating advanced technologies in marine robotics and Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE). Planys combines ROV manufacturing, operational services, and structural diagnostics to deliver comprehensive solutions for underwater asset inspections. Its innovative approach includes data capture platforms and artificial intelligence-enabled reporting dashboards, which help clients make informed decisions regarding maintenance and repair. Established by IIT Madras alumni and faculty, Planys is recognized as the first original equipment manufacturer of ROVs in the Indian Sub-continent.

Vartega

Series A in 2021
Vartega Inc. specializes in recycling carbon fiber, a material known for its strength and lightweight properties, primarily serving the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods sectors. Founded in 2014 and based in Golden, Colorado, Vartega has developed a patented recycling process that produces low-cost carbon fiber suitable for various applications, including thermoplastic pellets, nonwoven fabrics, yarns, and three-dimensional printing filament. The company’s technology effectively diverts carbon fiber scrap and waste from landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing fuel economy in vehicles. Vartega's carbon fiber is available in multiple forms, including semi-continuous, chopped, and milled, making it adaptable for mass-market use.

New View Surgical

Series B in 2021
New View Surgical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development and commercialization of the VisionPort technology. This innovative system consolidates four essential surgical devices—a laparoscope, camera, light source, and access port—into a single, easy-to-use, and disposable unit. The VisionPort system aims to enhance minimally invasive surgical procedures by providing surgeons with complete control over visualization and instrumentation. Founded in 2009, the company is led by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to addressing unmet needs in the medical field, offering potential clinical and economic advantages for operating rooms worldwide.

Agrovisio

Seed Round in 2021
Agrovisio is a company that specializes in agricultural technology, providing stakeholders in the agricultural sector with accurate and customized data. Its solutions include tools for cultivation planning, monitoring, and yield forecasting, which enable users to oversee their farmlands throughout the year. By delivering timely insights and forecasts, Agrovisio supports improved decision-making and enhances productivity in agriculture.

Wordego

Seed Round in 2021
Wordego Inc. operates a programmatic advertising exchange platform that automates the buying and selling of display and coupon advertising for advertisers and publishers. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, with additional offices in San Francisco and Dubai, as well as a research and development center in Istanbul, the company offers two main products: Wordego Display AdX, which facilitates real-time bidding for display advertising, and Wordego Coupon AdX, focused on digital coupon sales aimed at online consumers. The platform employs AI-driven analytics to help e-commerce businesses optimize their advertising strategies, enabling them to adjust bids for various audiences to maximize return on ad investment while minimizing expenditure. Wordego's commitment to transparency and efficiency is reflected in its sophisticated data processing and detailed analytics capabilities, providing clients with intelligent decision-making tools in the advertising space.

Virohan

Venture Round in 2021
Virohan is an EdTech platform focused on providing training for the healthcare industry, established in 2018. It aims to address the disconnect between traditional higher education and industry needs through a demand-led, technology-driven approach. The platform offers standardized, quality learning outcomes via gamified blended learning, which incorporates classroom instruction and long internships at hospitals for practical experience. Virohan operates under a fee-based model and facilitates access to education by providing financial support options that allow students to pay back fees after securing employment. With a market size of approximately $7.5 billion in India, Virohan has trained over 3,000 youth, achieving a job placement rate of over 94%. The company has experienced significant growth, operating in 20 cities and partnering with more than 750 employers. Virohan is supported by various investors and participates in accelerator programs such as Google for Startups and AWS EdStart, enhancing its capacity to connect trained professionals with job opportunities in the healthcare sector.

SWIR Vision Systems

Series A in 2021
SWIR Vision Systems Inc. is a manufacturer of short-wave infrared (SWIR) cameras, specializing in high-resolution imaging technology for various applications, including industrial machine vision, security systems, agriculture, and automotive industries. Established in 2018 and located in Durham, North Carolina, the company has developed the Acuros brand of cameras, which utilize quantum-dot semiconductor technology to deliver superior clarity in infrared imaging. This technology is designed to be cost-effective and scalable, allowing for integration in advanced applications such as 3D depth sensing for augmented and virtual reality, as well as autonomous vehicle systems. SWIR Vision Systems aims to provide high-definition infrared imaging solutions that meet the needs of diverse markets.

Levered Learning

Venture Round in 2021
Levered Learning is an educational technology company founded in 2017 and based in Soquel, California. It specializes in an instructional system designed for 3rd to 5th grade mathematics education. The system is classroom-tested and teacher-designed, integrating whole-class discussions, collaborative pencil and paper activities, and online self-paced lessons. This blend supports both in-person and distance learning environments, enabling teachers to address learning gaps and enhance student performance in mathematics. Levered Learning aims to facilitate growth in elementary math through its comprehensive approach to instruction.

Money Club

Seed Round in 2021
The Money Club is a mobile platform that facilitates peer-to-peer chit funds, allowing users to create and manage their own savings and investment groups. By verifying users and matching them to form Money Clubs, the platform enables participants to pool their resources and engage in a gamified experience where they progress from smaller to larger clubs based on their behavior. The Money Club aims to digitize the vast unregistered chit fund market in India, offering an alternative to traditional banking by enabling users to save, borrow, and invest with trusted peers at more favorable rates. Founded by a team with backgrounds from premier institutions, the platform seeks to empower individuals to manage their finances directly and efficiently.

Tinkerly

Seed Round in 2021
Tinkerly is an online learning platform that focuses on providing a comprehensive hands-on STEM education for students. Through its Tinkering Lab, Innovation Lab, and STEM kits, the company offers a play-based curriculum that allows students to engage in experiential learning. By blending real and virtual teaching aids, Tinkerly enables educational institutions to enhance their teaching methods and deliver modern learning experiences. The STEM kits facilitate learning through a practical, hands-on approach, helping students grasp complex concepts effectively.

Xeno Biosciences

Series A in 2021
Xeno Biosciences Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, established in 2015. It specializes in developing innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing significant unmet needs in metabolic diseases, particularly obesity. The company's lead program, XEN-101, is an oral formulation that mimics the microbiome shift associated with Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) surgery, promoting weight loss. Xeno Biosciences' approach involves a simple enteric-coated pill that delivers molecular oxygen to the lower gut, enabling a treatment strategy that replicates the effects of gastric bypass surgery on the gut microbiome.

MedPrime

Seed Round in 2021
MedPrime Technologies focuses on enhancing the availability and quality of pathology services by digitizing and automating microscopy processes. The company has developed a portable smartphone-integrated microscope that caters to both clinical and research applications. This device features a quadruple nosepiece and digital zoom capabilities, allowing healthcare professionals to capture detailed images with scale bars and highlighted areas of interest. MedPrime's vision is to facilitate telepathology and remote consulting through complete digitization of microscopy, while also improving diagnostic tests via AI-based image analysis algorithms.

Hesa

Seed Round in 2021
Hesa unifies value chains in rural India by enabling local brands and businesses to come together as a community.

Fabheads Automation

Seed Round in 2021
Fabheads Automation is a hardware startup that specializes in the development of automation equipment for the production of high-end carbon fiber components. The company primarily targets the aerospace, automobile, and biomedical sectors, focusing on enhancing the manufacturing of composite parts. Since its inception, Fabheads has established itself as a pioneer in Asia by developing in-house fiber 3D printing capabilities. The company is committed to advancing reliable automated fabrication technologies for the composites industry and has garnered several awards for its innovative contributions. Fabheads continues to set ambitious goals aimed at achieving complete automation in composite manufacturing.

Celcius

Seed Round in 2021
Celcius Logistics Solutions is a cold-chain marketplace startup focused on connecting shippers and transporters to minimize wastage of perishable and temperature-sensitive goods. The company offers a platform that enables transporters and manufacturers to efficiently book vehicle loads and cold storage space. Users can monitor the entire logistics network from their desktop or mobile devices, ensuring a longer shelf life for their products. Celcius aims to streamline the cold-chain process, enhancing efficiency and reliability in the transportation of sensitive items.

6Degree

Venture Round in 2021
6Degree is India's first integrated fashion retail and services platform, headquartered in Bangalore. Founded in 2015 by Amit Bhardwaj and Nikhil Hegde, the platform connects over 15,000 fashion professionals and nearly 50 multi-brand retail stores, having served more than 500 fashion brands. It provides comprehensive B2B SaaS solutions through an omni-channel model, facilitating networking among artists in the fashion and creative industries. The platform offers a variety of services, including designer curation, portfolio photoshoots, and brand consulting, enabling fashion professionals to connect with individuals and organizations to enhance their brands and drive business growth.

EasyCep

Seed Round in 2021
EasyCep is a marketplace founded in 2018 that specializes in buying and selling refurbished electronic devices. The platform facilitates the sale of used electronics, allowing consumers to easily sell their old smartphones, tablets, and computers online. EasyCep refurbishes these devices, conducting thorough tests and repairs to ensure quality. Customers can purchase these professionally refurbished items at significantly reduced prices, often up to 70% off their original costs, and they come with a 12-month warranty. By extending the life of electronic products, EasyCep provides an affordable and sustainable option for consumers seeking reliable technology.

Qube Health

Seed Round in 2021
Qube Health is a health tech company specializing in employee healthcare management. The company offers primary care, health screenings, and non-insurance healthcare services to large corporations across various industries, including financial services, food services, facility management, and manufacturing. In addition to direct healthcare services, Qube Health provides a financial platform that facilitates interest-free healthcare financing for employees. This platform connects finance companies, insurance providers, and healthcare services, allowing employees to navigate their options and manage payments efficiently, resembling a credit card-like transaction experience at no cost. By integrating healthcare access and financial support, Qube Health aims to enhance the overall health and well-being of employees in the workplace.

Rentiva

Venture Round in 2021
Rentiva is a person-to-person car rental platform that connects car owners with individuals and businesses seeking to rent vehicles. The platform allows users to pay only for the time they need the car, offers the flexibility to cancel rentals at any time, and eliminates withdrawal fees. By enabling car owners to earn additional income from their vehicles, Rentiva addresses the challenges of car accessibility while considering the needs of both renters and owners. The service also includes insurance options to enhance user experience, making it easier for people to find available cars in their local area based on their specific requirements.

Spintly

Seed Round in 2021
Spintly is a wireless, cloud-based access control platform that allows users to access doors using their smartphones, significantly reducing the need for extensive wiring in buildings. By utilizing a wireless BLE-mesh network of access control readers, Spintly's system eliminates over 95% of traditional access control cabling, making it more efficient and less bulky than conventional systems. This innovative approach provides real-time monitoring of access data through a constant cloud connection. Spintly offers its smart access control solutions to a diverse range of clients, including enterprises, co-working spaces, co-living spaces, hospitality clients, and residential communities, thereby enhancing access management and streamlining operational processes.

Artiox

Seed Round in 2021
Artiox is a blockchain-based investment firm that focuses on tokenizing investment-grade artwork. The company's platform enables users to buy and sell artwork using tokens, as well as invest in expert-approved and insured pieces. This innovative approach allows clients to diversify their portfolios by investing in fractional ownership of multiple artworks rather than committing a large sum to a single piece, thereby enhancing their ability to manage art investments more effectively than traditional methods.

Gardenize

Seed Round in 2021
Gardenize is a mobile application designed to assist users in managing their gardening activities and plant care. The app allows users to capture photos of their plants, garden beds, and related activities, consolidating all relevant information into a single digital garden diary. This functionality provides customers with easy access to motivational, educational content, including text, videos, and audio resources focused on gardening and cultivation. Available for both Android and iPhone devices, Gardenize aims to enhance the gardening experience by helping users organize their notes and images, ultimately supporting their success in gardening endeavors.

Motion Gestures

Seed Round in 2021
Motion Gestures is a Canadian startup founded in 2016 in Waterloo, specializing in machine learning-based gesture recognition software. The company focuses on developing technology that enables the rapid creation of gesture-enabled interfaces for various systems, devices, and applications. Its software supports advanced 2D and 3D gesture recognition utilizing motion, touch, and vision sensors. This technology can be deployed across different platforms, including cloud, gateway, and embedded systems, allowing for quick integration without the need for extensive programming or data input. Motion Gestures provides developers with free licenses to its cloud SDK, facilitating the swift creation and testing of gestures using smartphones.

Inmedix

Venture Round in 2021
Inmedix, LLC is a company focused on developing diagnostics and therapeutics for autoimmune diseases by assessing and optimizing the autonomic nervous system's (ANS) control of stress responses in the brain. Founded in 2006 and located in Normandy Park, Washington, Inmedix has introduced a novel class of diagnostics and therapeutics aimed at understanding the relationship between ANS stress and autoimmune conditions. This approach, termed Immuno-autonomics, seeks to mitigate the exacerbating effects of stress on autoimmune diseases, enhancing the efficacy of existing therapies. Inmedix offers a cloud-based software platform along with diagnostic devices that track the interaction between stress and immune function, providing valuable insights for clinicians and opportunities in drug discovery.

Servislet

Seed Round in 2020
Servislet is a software as a service (SAAS) and marketplace provider focused on the automotive industry. The company offers an online platform that allows users to request quotes for automotive repair and maintenance services. By digitalizing offline locations, Servislet creates micro, brand-specific marketplaces that connect clients with partnered workshops in their vicinity. This platform streamlines the process of obtaining vehicle maintenance products and services, making it easier for customers to find and access the necessary automotive services in one centralized location.

UbiQD

Series A in 2020
UbiQD, LLC is a cleantech materials company based in Los Alamos, New Mexico, that specializes in the production of low-hazard quantum dots and nanocomposites. Founded in 2014, UbiQD aims to make its innovative materials widely accessible for various applications, including agriculture, safety, design, solar energy, lighting, security, and personal care. The company offers UbiGro, a retrofit luminescent film designed to enhance crop growth by optimizing sunlight in greenhouses. UbiQD's low-toxicity quantum dots are engineered to efficiently convert light from one color to another, making them suitable for a range of industries while adhering to safety standards. The firm's strategic location near Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratory facilitates valuable collaborations with leading scientists, furthering its mission to advance nanomaterial production and application.

Elevát

Seed Round in 2020
Elevát is an industrial Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to enhance visibility for manufacturers across various industries. It offers a comprehensive, out-of-the-box solution for managing intelligent assets throughout their entire life cycles. The platform seamlessly integrates with any gateway or connected device, making it agnostic and versatile. By connecting machinery to the cloud, Elevát enables machine operators, distributors, and manufacturers to gain insights into machine performance, implement predictive maintenance, and streamline parts supply. This capability allows users to make real-time business decisions, reduce downtime, and optimize productivity. Elevát's platform is engineered to be infinitely scalable, ensuring high levels of uptime, availability, and accessibility worldwide.

CLICS

Venture Round in 2020
CLiCS, LLC is a company that develops and markets an innovative computer-controlled color vending platform designed for hairdressers. Founded in 2016 and based in La Jolla, California, CLiCS offers a solution that enables salons to create, measure, mix, and dispense custom hair color shades efficiently. The platform enhances the precision of hair color formulation, eliminating guesswork by automating the mixing and dispensing processes. It also manages inventory and keeps records of color formulations, streamlining salon operations. By integrating artistry with advanced technology, CLiCS transforms the way hair color is formulated and managed in the beauty industry.

İletmen

Seed Round in 2020
İletmen engages in an app for food delivery that takes packages, products, or orders from businesses and delivers them to customers.

Soteria Battery Innovation Group

Angel Round in 2020
Soteria Battery Innovation Group is a technology development and licensing company focused on enhancing the safety of lithium-ion batteries. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Soteria has developed innovative technology that functions as an internal fuse within batteries to prevent ignition events. This advancement aims to make batteries inherently safe for a wide range of applications, from hearing aids to electric buses. The company is dedicated to ensuring that its safety materials are accessible to all battery manufacturers, promoting local production from a diverse supply base. By addressing fire risks in various devices, including drones, low-speed electric vehicles, power tools, and e-bikes, Soteria enables users to confidently utilize lithium-ion battery-powered devices.

Light Line Medical

Venture Round in 2020
Light Line Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that specializes in manufacturing catheter devices using innovative visible light technology to prevent and treat catheter-associated infections. Founded in 2011, the company develops a visible light phototherapy system designed to disinfect catheters and reduce harmful pathogens that lead to various infections, including urinary tract infections, bloodstream infections, and ventilator-associated pneumonia. The technology is applicable across multiple markets, with initial applications focusing on peritoneal dialysis catheters to combat related infections, followed by Foley catheters and endotracheal tubes. Light Line Medical's products are currently undergoing testing and are in the pre-FDA approval phase, aiming to significantly enhance patient safety and healthcare outcomes by reducing the incidence of device-associated infections.

ChargeZone

Seed Round in 2020
ChargeZone is a renewable energy solutions provider based in India, specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and software development. Founded in 2018, the company aims to establish a network of 100,000 charging stations across key EV markets in India, catering to various vehicle types, including cars, buses, and trucks. ChargeZone employs advanced Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) technology to facilitate an unmanned EV charging experience, enhancing convenience for users. Additionally, its application offers real-time information on charging station locations, enabling customers to easily find available charging points and access smart charging services at affordable rates. The company's focus on expanding EV infrastructure and providing innovative software solutions positions it as a key player in the transition to electric mobility.

Wordego

Angel Round in 2020
Wordego Inc. operates a programmatic advertising exchange platform that automates the buying and selling of display and coupon advertising for advertisers and publishers. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, with additional offices in San Francisco and Dubai, as well as a research and development center in Istanbul, the company offers two main products: Wordego Display AdX, which facilitates real-time bidding for display advertising, and Wordego Coupon AdX, focused on digital coupon sales aimed at online consumers. The platform employs AI-driven analytics to help e-commerce businesses optimize their advertising strategies, enabling them to adjust bids for various audiences to maximize return on ad investment while minimizing expenditure. Wordego's commitment to transparency and efficiency is reflected in its sophisticated data processing and detailed analytics capabilities, providing clients with intelligent decision-making tools in the advertising space.

Vita Inclinata

Series B in 2020
Vita Inclinata Technologies, Inc. is an aerospace company founded in 2019 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, with additional offices in Seattle, Washington, and Estonia. The company specializes in developing autonomous systems for helicopter hoisting and sling load operations, focusing on enhancing safety and precision during these critical missions. Its flagship product is a rescue hoisting system that utilizes a proprietary control algorithm integrated into the helicopter's stabilization computer. This technology effectively mitigates the swinging motion of the hoist cable and basket, allowing for smoother and safer patient extractions and other load operations. Vita Inclinata serves a range of industries, including aerospace and construction, providing innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and safety in challenging environments.

EternaTear

Series A in 2020
EternaTear, Inc. is focused on developing an innovative artificial tear solution aimed at addressing the challenges of dry eye syndrome. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company has created EternaTear, a product designed to provide lubrication and therapeutic relief for individuals suffering from progressive dry eye. The solution utilizes a proprietary mechanism to supplement and bind the three layers of the tear film, enhancing stability and prolonging its presence on the ocular surface. This approach aims to mitigate the inadequate relief provided by existing over-the-counter options, which often require frequent reapplication and do not address the underlying causes of dry eye. By combining established technologies with novel research, EternaTear seeks to offer a more effective treatment that can significantly improve patients' quality of life and reduce symptoms associated with this condition.

Evimdeki Psikolog

Seed Round in 2020
Evimdeki Psikolog is a digital platform designed to offer accessible and affordable psychological counseling services. It connects individuals seeking mental health support with a diverse network of licensed and experienced psychologists and counselors. Users can access therapy through various formats, including video, audio, and messaging, allowing them to choose the specialist that best meets their needs. The platform aims to provide effective assistance to those navigating life's challenges, ensuring that mental health support is readily available to a broader audience.

6Degree

Venture Round in 2020
6Degree is India's first integrated fashion retail and services platform, headquartered in Bangalore. Founded in 2015 by Amit Bhardwaj and Nikhil Hegde, the platform connects over 15,000 fashion professionals and nearly 50 multi-brand retail stores, having served more than 500 fashion brands. It provides comprehensive B2B SaaS solutions through an omni-channel model, facilitating networking among artists in the fashion and creative industries. The platform offers a variety of services, including designer curation, portfolio photoshoots, and brand consulting, enabling fashion professionals to connect with individuals and organizations to enhance their brands and drive business growth.

Money Club

Seed Round in 2020
The Money Club is a mobile platform that facilitates peer-to-peer chit funds, allowing users to create and manage their own savings and investment groups. By verifying users and matching them to form Money Clubs, the platform enables participants to pool their resources and engage in a gamified experience where they progress from smaller to larger clubs based on their behavior. The Money Club aims to digitize the vast unregistered chit fund market in India, offering an alternative to traditional banking by enabling users to save, borrow, and invest with trusted peers at more favorable rates. Founded by a team with backgrounds from premier institutions, the platform seeks to empower individuals to manage their finances directly and efficiently.

Magistum

Seed Round in 2020
Magistum specializes in providing comprehensive educational solutions, focusing on school management applications that streamline various processes for educational institutions. The company's platform serves as an integrated information and communication system, allowing schools to efficiently manage activities and securely store and access information for authorized stakeholders. Magistum's offerings include education management, student tracking, and program development, alongside innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence and secure payment systems. By enhancing communication and operational efficiency, Magistum aims to support schools in fostering a more organized and effective educational environment.

Reneva

Seed Round in 2020
Reneva is a beverage company providing healthy and delicious drinks.

KitoTech Medical

Convertible Note in 2020
KitoTech Medical is a medical device company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing and commercializing innovative products for wound closure and care. The company's flagship product, microMend, features a unique design that incorporates tiny Microstaples on an adhesive backing, resembling a butterfly bandage. This product is painless to apply and offers the holding strength of traditional sutures, making it suitable for closing surgical incisions and lacerations. Clinical studies indicate that microMend outperforms sutures in various clinical outcomes, including cosmetic results, and can be applied more quickly by a range of medical personnel, resulting in significant cost savings. microMend is marketed across numerous surgical specialties, as well as in dermatology and emergency medicine, with additional commercialization efforts targeting military applications. The potential market for microMend is substantial, estimated at over $600 million in the U.S. and around $2 billion globally. KitoTech Medical was founded in 2011.

Ni-CAT Battery Materials and AI Company

Seed Round in 2020
Ni-CAT is working on AI-assisted research and development of next-generation battery materials, which is the key to the transition to battery electric vehicles. Ni-CAT believes that the speed of EV transition is still not enough to prevent global warming and replace carbon-based fuels in near future, and it is not related to money or resources. We believe that speeding up EV transition is possible with our novel methodology, which combines three approximation to the solution: our unique AI-assisted materials research, digitalized reactor farm and our novel surfactant-assisted synthesis. As the electrification of the automotive industry expands, we deliver state-of-the-art technologies to meet the industry’s high-quality standards. To help our customers to step up the EV transition, we will be working on our research and development of lower-cost/higher performance, ultra-high energy density battery materials to serve innovative solutions for a brighter future. With our expertise in the application of machine learning in material science, we are developing low cobalt/high nickel lithium cathode materials. Cathode determines the type of a lithium battery and is the limiting factor for nickel-based batteries. Further improvement in battery performance is possible through AI-assisted custom high nickel cathode materials with increased charge rate, charge to discharge ratio, tap density, or any other specifications. By our unique computer-controlled digital reactor farm, we numerize synthesis parameters and output specifications for the machine learning algorithm we have been developing.

Bartme

Seed Round in 2020
Bartme is a c2c Barter Platform. Our mission is to put barter back in our daily life to maximise lifespan of any book today and any product tomorrow. Globally. Innovatively. We see a very strong tech-driven hype in 2nd hand (i.e. pre-owned) market. However, there is immense untapped potential in traditional barter. We have examined prominent problems in barter concept and developed a unique, brand new mobile app to make barter a favorable option in 2nd hand trade. Happy Barter, Bartme Team

Big Bang Boom Solutions

Angel Round in 2020
Big Bang Boom Solutions Private Limited is a defense technology company based in Chennai, India, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing advanced defense solutions, including unmanned tanks, smart fencing systems, hybrid personal combat armor, drones for riot control, and a 360-degree advanced battle interface. The company focuses on creating intellectual property within the country to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. Leveraging strong connections in the research space, Big Bang Boom Solutions aims to deliver innovative technologies, such as IoT and data-driven perimeter intrusion detection systems, designed to improve border security and reduce casualties. Through its cutting-edge offerings, the company is positioned as a significant player in India's defense sector.

Virohan

Series A in 2020
Virohan is an EdTech platform focused on providing training for the healthcare industry, established in 2018. It aims to address the disconnect between traditional higher education and industry needs through a demand-led, technology-driven approach. The platform offers standardized, quality learning outcomes via gamified blended learning, which incorporates classroom instruction and long internships at hospitals for practical experience. Virohan operates under a fee-based model and facilitates access to education by providing financial support options that allow students to pay back fees after securing employment. With a market size of approximately $7.5 billion in India, Virohan has trained over 3,000 youth, achieving a job placement rate of over 94%. The company has experienced significant growth, operating in 20 cities and partnering with more than 750 employers. Virohan is supported by various investors and participates in accelerator programs such as Google for Startups and AWS EdStart, enhancing its capacity to connect trained professionals with job opportunities in the healthcare sector.

Loop

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Loop is a new social network where members may use smart tables to evaluate anything and follow each other's votes. Individuals can express their opinions in real time, much like a stock market of opinions that changes by the minute.

Missafir

Seed Round in 2020
Missafir is a provider of short- and mid-term rental property management services, aimed at enhancing earning potential for homeowners while delivering a high-quality experience for guests. The company offers a range of comprehensive services, including profile management across multiple platforms, dynamic pricing, and operational support. Homeowners benefit from professional photoshoots, interior design, and ongoing maintenance services, all designed to maximize profitability and streamline property management. For guests, Missafir ensures a five-star hotel-like experience through 24/7 service support, concierge assistance, and meticulous cleaning services. By combining these offerings, Missafir creates a reliable and efficient rental process that caters to the needs of both property owners and their guests.

Anaxee Digital Runners Private Limited

Seed Round in 2020
Anaxee Digital Runners Private Limited specializes in last-mile outreach and data collection services, focusing on rural markets in India. The company assists clients in conducting surveys, marketing applications, data collection, address verification, KYC (Know Your Customer) processes, document collection, digital customer onboarding, and lead generation. Its proprietary application tool captures various data points to address issues such as consumer buying behavior, background verification, property verification, and educating potential customers about new products and services. Anaxee serves a diverse clientele, including B2B marketplaces, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), agri-tech startups, multinational corporations, and broadcasting companies. Incorporated in 2016, Anaxee is headquartered in Indore, India, and aims to create a comprehensive network of technology-enabled field agents to facilitate connections between businesses and consumers in remote areas.

Biolive

Series A in 2020
Biolive is a company that specializes in the development and production of bioplastics, focusing on sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. Founded in 2016 at the Incubation Centre of Istanbul Technical University, it became a corporation in 2017 with backing from Vestel Ventures, a subsidiary of Zorlu Holding. The company creates a range of bioplastic raw materials, including Bio-PE, Bio-PP, and Bio-ABS, derived from olive seeds. In addition to these materials, Biolive is advancing next-generation products like plant-based leather and offers innovative solutions that promote eco-friendly manufacturing processes. Through its commitment to sustainability, Biolive aims to provide businesses with environmentally responsible options for their production needs.

Curb

Series A in 2020
Curb, Inc. is a company that develops a mobile application and web interface aimed at helping users monitor their electricity usage and manage their energy costs. Founded in 2012 and based in Austin, Texas, Curb provides an interactive energy efficiency solution that identifies energy consumption trends within homes, highlights energy-intensive appliances, and offers tips for saving energy. The platform empowers users to take control of their electricity bills and enhances their awareness of energy usage patterns.

Rage Coffee

Seed Round in 2020
Rage Coffee specializes in producing coffee and caffeine-based products that incorporate natural ingredients and brain supplements. Their offerings are designed to enhance mental energy and focus throughout the day, utilizing a blend of plant extracts and natural compounds. Key ingredients include i-theanine, Panax ginseng, Rhodiola Rosea, and i-glutamine, which are selected for their safety and effectiveness, having undergone extensive clinical testing. Rage Coffee’s products are available in a variety of flavors, such as caramel, orange, hazelnut, and chocolate, catering to diverse consumer preferences. The company prioritizes the use of fully natural ingredients, ensuring that their coffee is both effective and safe for individuals of all ages, without posing any side effects.

HaptX

Series A in 2019
HaptX develops advanced virtual reality gloves that simulate touch sensation with remarkable realism. By utilizing patented microfluidic technology, HaptX Gloves offer 130 points of touch feedback and provide resistive force feedback of 4 lbs. per finger while tracking hand motions with sub-millimeter precision. This innovative device creates a haptic experience that allows users to perceive the texture, shape, motion, vibration, and temperature of virtual objects, enhancing interaction within the virtual environment. Founded by Jake Rubin and Dr. Bob Crockett, HaptX operates with a team of 35 employees across offices in Seattle, Washington, and San Luis Obispo, California.

11Sight

Seed Round in 2019
11Sight, LLC is a communications technology company that specializes in video connection services across various platforms and applications. Founded in 2016 and based in El Cerrito, California, with additional offices in France, England, Ukraine, India, and Turkey, the company offers a comprehensive suite of features including privacy protection, call recording, team management, CRM and web integration, and screen sharing. 11Sight is also known for its AI-powered conversational agents that manage customer inquiries, book appointments, and facilitate sales without human involvement, operating 24/7 across all channels. These agents help organizations streamline customer interactions, enhance satisfaction, and increase revenues, with reports of improved performance from users. With a growing customer base, including hundreds of dealerships, 11Sight anticipates exceeding $2.5 million in annual recurring revenue by the end of 2025. The company holds three patents and is led by experienced entrepreneurs who have previously achieved successful exits.

ForFarming

Seed Round in 2019
ForFarming is a technology company based in Istanbul, Turkey, specializing in smart agriculture solutions that promote efficient and sustainable farming practices. The company develops an Internet of Things (IoT) based software platform that enables users to remotely monitor and control various environmental factors in greenhouses, gardens, and parks, including temperature, humidity, light, carbon dioxide levels, pH, electrical conductivity, lighting, irrigation, and fertilization. In addition to its software, ForFarming offers educational kits aimed at teaching children about agriculture and technology. The company also provides comprehensive feed solutions for both conventional and organic livestock farms, addressing the evolving needs of the animal protein market in terms of sustainability and customer preferences. Through its innovative approach, ForFarming aims to enhance crop yields, reduce operational costs, and improve environmental sustainability in agriculture.

AcuraStem

Convertible Note in 2019
AcuraStem Inc is a biotechnology company, founded in 2016 and based in Monrovia, California, that focuses on developing a precision medicine platform aimed at addressing Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The company utilizes complex cellular models derived from ALS patients to evaluate disease progression and test existing FDA-approved therapeutics and their combinations. By employing advanced cellular reprogramming and artificial intelligence technologies, AcuraStem seeks to transform the standard of care for neurodegenerative diseases, enabling drug discovery companies to assess their therapeutic candidates more effectively. The team comprises experts, including PhDs, professors, and experienced professionals from the pharmaceutical industry, all dedicated to finding innovative treatments for this challenging health issue.

Syccure

Venture Round in 2019
Syccure specializes in enterprise security technology designed to enhance cybersecurity across complex hybrid networks. The company has developed a platform that assigns cryptographic identities to every IP-enabled device, enabling the implementation of a unified set of security policies across various environments, including bare metal, cloud, container, and virtual systems. This innovative approach allows for dynamic, adaptive, and contextually aware encryption, significantly reducing the risk of network security breaches caused by malicious code. By doing so, Syccure addresses critical security gaps and effectively eliminates advanced persistent threats, ensuring robust protection for businesses in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

CleanFiber

Venture Round in 2019
CleanFiber, LLC specializes in producing high-performance cellulose insulation materials made from recycled corrugated cardboard for residential and commercial construction. Founded in 2013 and based in Blasdell, New York, with an additional office in Buffalo, CleanFiber transitioned from its previous name, UltraCell Insulation, in September 2018. The company focuses on providing sustainable, carbon-negative insulation solutions that can be applied in attics, walls, and floors, catering to both new construction and retrofit projects. CleanFiber's products not only enhance fire resistance in buildings but also offer a cost-competitive alternative for construction companies, supporting environmentally friendly building practices. The company is currently expanding its production capabilities to meet growing demand.

OtoNexus Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2019
OtoNexus Medical Technologies Inc. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of a patented ultrasound medical device aimed at diagnosing middle ear infections, also known as otitis media, in both children and adults. This innovative device provides clinicians with the ability to differentiate between viral and bacterial infections, facilitating informed decisions regarding the necessity of antibiotics. By employing ultrasound technology in a novel manner, the device delivers rapid diagnosis in seconds and can be utilized by various healthcare professionals, including physicians and non-physician personnel. Additionally, the incorporation of one-use-per-patient tips generates a recurring revenue stream for the company. Founded in 2010 and based in Seattle, Washington, OtoNexus Medical Technologies was previously known as OtoMetrix Medical Technologies before rebranding in July 2014.

PittMoss

Series B in 2019
PittMoss LLC specializes in the production of sustainable gardening products, primarily offering PittMoss, a peat-free potting mix made from organic additives and recycled paper fibers. Founded in 1994 and based in Ambridge, Pennsylvania, the company serves greenhouse and nursery growers as well as home gardeners across the United States. PittMoss is designed to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional sphagnum peat moss, utilizing materials that would otherwise contribute to landfill waste. In addition to its primary product, PittMoss also offers PittMoss Prime, a versatile soil amendment that can be blended with compost, existing soil mixes, or native soil. Through its innovative approach to gardening solutions, PittMoss aims to make sustainable gardening more accessible and affordable for all users.

Virohan

Seed Round in 2019
Virohan is an EdTech platform focused on providing training for the healthcare industry, established in 2018. It aims to address the disconnect between traditional higher education and industry needs through a demand-led, technology-driven approach. The platform offers standardized, quality learning outcomes via gamified blended learning, which incorporates classroom instruction and long internships at hospitals for practical experience. Virohan operates under a fee-based model and facilitates access to education by providing financial support options that allow students to pay back fees after securing employment. With a market size of approximately $7.5 billion in India, Virohan has trained over 3,000 youth, achieving a job placement rate of over 94%. The company has experienced significant growth, operating in 20 cities and partnering with more than 750 employers. Virohan is supported by various investors and participates in accelerator programs such as Google for Startups and AWS EdStart, enhancing its capacity to connect trained professionals with job opportunities in the healthcare sector.

New View Surgical

Series A in 2019
New View Surgical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in the development and commercialization of the VisionPort technology. This innovative system consolidates four essential surgical devices—a laparoscope, camera, light source, and access port—into a single, easy-to-use, and disposable unit. The VisionPort system aims to enhance minimally invasive surgical procedures by providing surgeons with complete control over visualization and instrumentation. Founded in 2009, the company is led by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to addressing unmet needs in the medical field, offering potential clinical and economic advantages for operating rooms worldwide.

Skillenza

Seed Round in 2019
Skillenza is the optimum gap filler between required market-ready skills and the current college student skillset. We directly address the growing concerns of students & job seekers while connecting the right person with the right opportunity.

Wordego

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Wordego Inc. operates a programmatic advertising exchange platform that automates the buying and selling of display and coupon advertising for advertisers and publishers. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, with additional offices in San Francisco and Dubai, as well as a research and development center in Istanbul, the company offers two main products: Wordego Display AdX, which facilitates real-time bidding for display advertising, and Wordego Coupon AdX, focused on digital coupon sales aimed at online consumers. The platform employs AI-driven analytics to help e-commerce businesses optimize their advertising strategies, enabling them to adjust bids for various audiences to maximize return on ad investment while minimizing expenditure. Wordego's commitment to transparency and efficiency is reflected in its sophisticated data processing and detailed analytics capabilities, providing clients with intelligent decision-making tools in the advertising space.

Ecellix

Venture Round in 2019
Ecellix focuses on providing innovative battery anode materials that aim to replace traditional graphite in lithium-ion batteries. Founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company has developed its eCell™ technology, which incorporates a high silicon content to significantly enhance anode capacity—offering more than three times the capacity of standard graphite anodes. This technology also features exceptional retention capabilities, surpassing industry standards with the potential for thousands of cycles. Additionally, Ecellix’s single-step fabrication process allows for adjustable pore sizes, which can be tailored to optimize energy density and power. By addressing the production challenges associated with high-silicon materials, Ecellix provides battery manufacturers with a solution that improves retention capacity and energy density while reducing manufacturing costs and production times.

TutumluAnne

Seed Round in 2019
Tutumluanne.com is the first and the biggest C2C online marketplace in Turkey for second hand kids' goods.

Turn Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Turn Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing an AI-powered workforce-as-a-service platform aimed at managing workers. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on hiring hourly, shift-based, and contracted workers, utilizing advanced screening and AI sourcing techniques. Its platform is designed for speed and accuracy, offering features such as mobile-friendly services, seamless API and HR integration, flexibility in planning, comprehensive candidate profiles, and built-in support tools. This comprehensive approach allows companies to efficiently source, screen, and retain workers, enhancing their workforce management capabilities.

Pattern Computer

Venture Round in 2019
Pattern Computer, Inc. is a pattern discovery company based in Friday Harbor, Washington, that specializes in uncovering insights from complex datasets. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a proprietary system that generates hypotheses and insights, enabling clients to tackle challenging problems in fields such as medical research and business analytics. Its platform is particularly noted for its application in breast cancer prognostics and the differentiation of healthy and disease-state pathways in microbiome and human gut disorders. By utilizing advanced techniques that surpass conventional methods, Pattern Computer aims to reveal novel patterns that can drive innovation and improve industry standards.

Motion Gestures

Venture Round in 2019
Motion Gestures is a Canadian startup founded in 2016 in Waterloo, specializing in machine learning-based gesture recognition software. The company focuses on developing technology that enables the rapid creation of gesture-enabled interfaces for various systems, devices, and applications. Its software supports advanced 2D and 3D gesture recognition utilizing motion, touch, and vision sensors. This technology can be deployed across different platforms, including cloud, gateway, and embedded systems, allowing for quick integration without the need for extensive programming or data input. Motion Gestures provides developers with free licenses to its cloud SDK, facilitating the swift creation and testing of gestures using smartphones.

Keiretsu Capital

Venture Round in 2019
Keiretsu Capital, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments across various sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, technology, real estate, cleantech, fintech, and blockchain. The firm leverages its affiliation with the Keiretsu Forum, one of the world's largest angel investor networks, to access proprietary deal flow and enhance the value of investments. Keiretsu Capital assists in presenting portfolio companies to a range of investors, such as syndicate partners and venture capitalists, aiming for significant capital appreciation through strategic investments in high-quality emerging companies. The firm also operates co-investment funds, further diversifying its investment strategy and fostering collaboration within the investment community.

Zive

Venture Round in 2019
Zive, Inc. is a consumer software company based in New York, specializing in productivity applications for both business and professional users. Founded in 2013, the company is best known for its flagship product, Kiwi for Gmail, an email desktop application designed for Mac and Windows that integrates Google’s Workspace suite into a user-friendly desktop experience. The latest version, Kiwi for Gmail 2.0, features a new toolbar that enhances multitasking capabilities. With broad adoption among over 600 large enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses utilizing Google Workspace, Zive is committed to further developing innovative productivity applications to meet the needs of its users.

Profility

Venture Round in 2019
Profility, Inc. is a Boston-based company focused on enhancing healthcare outcomes through its predictive analytics engine. Established in 2011 by Erez Schachter and colleagues, the company aims to transform decision-making in long-term care and eventually in broader medical practices. Profility’s innovative technology enables accurate, individualized predictions that facilitate customized care delivery. As the global population ages and life expectancy increases, the need for effective long-term care solutions becomes increasingly critical. The company addresses the challenge of inappropriate placement decisions in care environments, which can lead to significant inefficiencies and a substantial financial waste in healthcare services. Profility’s platform matches patients with similar profiles and leverages existing data on their treatment responses, allowing healthcare providers to improve outcomes while reducing costs across the post-acute care cycle.

Pollen Systems

Seed Round in 2019
Pollen Systems specializes in advanced agricultural analytics aimed at enhancing crop yield and quality. The company utilizes a combination of drones, fixed-wing aircraft, IoT sensors, and mobile applications to gather data on crop growth, irrigation, and pest management. Its Pollen PrecisionView™ Portal employs multi-spectral and thermal crop analysis techniques, providing farmers with actionable insights for improving crop health and productivity. Typical customers include large farms, nurseries, and agricultural companies focused on the effectiveness of biostimulants, fertilizers, and pesticides. Pollen Systems operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Chile, either directly or through partnerships, to deliver its innovative solutions to a diverse range of agricultural stakeholders.

Precision Image Analysis

Venture Round in 2019
Precision Image Analysis, Inc., based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in cloud-based remote medical image post-processing and analysis services for diagnostic medical studies, particularly in CT and MRI imaging. Founded in 2012, the company serves healthcare institutions, universities, and research organizations, providing timely analysis that can be delivered in as little as two hours. Its HIPAA-compliant platform allows users to upload images and monitor their analyses remotely, ensuring efficient workflow and standardized reporting. Precision Image Analysis offers particular expertise in cardiac, vascular, and neuro imaging, allowing healthcare providers to manage image analysis tasks without the need for additional staffing or extensive training on new technology. This capability enables clients to scale their image analysis efforts flexibly and cost-effectively, addressing fluctuations in demand without compromising on quality or efficiency.

Kokopelli Outdoor

Venture Round in 2019
Kokopelli Outdoor, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in the manufacture of packrafts and related outdoor gear. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating high-quality, lightweight, and durable packrafts designed for backpackers, fishermen, and river enthusiasts, facilitating comfortable river travel and alpine lake fishing. In addition to its manufacturing operations, Kokopelli Outdoor organizes packrafting courses and events, enhancing the outdoor experience for its customers. The company also engages in online retail, offering a range of packrafting products to a broader audience.

RiboNova

Venture Round in 2019
RiboNova Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, focused on developing small molecule drugs aimed at treating serious rare diseases, including certain cancers and mitochondrial diseases. Incorporated in 2011, RiboNova leverages a drug discovery platform that targets defective transfer RNA molecules, which play a critical role in cellular function. The company's innovative approach centers on precision medicines that address ribonucleic acid anomalies, providing healthcare professionals with new treatment options for patients suffering from genetically confirmed mitochondrial conditions and select cancer types. RiboNova operates within the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research near Philadelphia, emphasizing its commitment to advancing therapeutic solutions in the field of rare diseases.
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