Keiretsu Forum

Keiretsu Forum, founded in 2000, is a global investment community comprised of accredited private equity investors, venture capitalists, and corporate and institutional investors. With over 50 chapters worldwide and more than 2,500 members, it focuses on providing high-quality and diverse investment opportunities. The community fosters mutual benefit through its organized structure, which emphasizes interlocking relationships among partners and key resources. Keiretsu Forum is also engaged in social and charitable activities, enhancing its network and influence. The organization targets investments in sectors such as emerging technologies, healthcare, life sciences, consumer products, and real estate, while also having a presence in specific international markets, including chapters in China, Spain, and France. Additionally, the Keiretsu Forum India Seed Fund focuses on investing in software and consumer durables, emphasizing impact investments in energy, financial services, health, and real estate.

Adam Henderson

Director, International and Special Projects

Denny Kurien

President and CEO

Howard Lubert

Area President, Mid-Atlantic and SouthEast

Nathan McDonald

Northwest Region President

Rajan Srikanth

Co-President

Past deals in Seattle, WA

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.

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.

OtoNexus Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2019
OtoNexus Medical Technologies Inc. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of ultrasound medical devices for diagnosing middle ear infections, known as otitis media, in both children and adults. The company's innovative hand-held device enables clinicians to quickly and accurately distinguish between viral and bacterial infections, facilitating appropriate treatment decisions regarding antibiotic use. Utilizing ultrasound technology in a novel manner, the device offers rapid diagnostic results in seconds, making it user-friendly for both physicians and non-physician healthcare providers. 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 aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of middle ear infection diagnosis.

Ecellix

Venture Round in 2019
Ecellix commercializes a revolutionary battery anode material. It offers a majority of silicon active material without the production challenges that attend other published high-Si materials. It's breakthrough eCell™ high Silicon-content anode technology is a proud winner of the prestigious 2018 Global Innovation Award. It is one of the first viable “drop-in” replacements for graphite delivering >3x the capacity of a typical graphite anode - exceptional retention exceeding current industry standards by hundreds - potentially thousands of cycles featuring a single-step fabrication process supporting tunable pore sizes enabling configurable energy density and power. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Kineta

Venture Round in 2018
Kineta, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing immunology-based therapies targeting oncology, neuroscience, and virology. The company is advancing several innovative treatments, including KCP-506, a non-opioid therapeutic for chronic pain, and LHF-535, an oral antiviral for Lassa and other arenaviruses, which works by inhibiting viral entry and replication. Additionally, Kineta is exploring RIG-I and VISTA drug development programs aimed at reprogramming the immune system to combat cancer. Founded in 2007, Kineta has established strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts.

OtoNexus Medical Technologies

Convertible Note in 2018
OtoNexus Medical Technologies Inc. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of ultrasound medical devices for diagnosing middle ear infections, known as otitis media, in both children and adults. The company's innovative hand-held device enables clinicians to quickly and accurately distinguish between viral and bacterial infections, facilitating appropriate treatment decisions regarding antibiotic use. Utilizing ultrasound technology in a novel manner, the device offers rapid diagnostic results in seconds, making it user-friendly for both physicians and non-physician healthcare providers. 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 aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of middle ear infection diagnosis.

StormSensor

Seed Round in 2018
StormSensor, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in stormwater management solutions aimed at helping clients monitor and mitigate flooding, sewage overflows, and other stormwater-related issues. Founded in 2015, the company offers Scute sensors that provide real-time tracking of conditions within stormwater systems. Its cloud-based software, Terrapin, enables users to access map and time-series data, correlate real-time weather information, and receive alerts regarding flow events affecting the system. Additionally, StormSensor's solutions automate workflow for inspections and reporting, allowing clients to streamline the monitoring of stormwater quality and maintain compliance amidst evolving regulatory requirements. The technology is compatible with smartphones and tablets, facilitating data visualization and efficient communication among partners.

Blaze Bioscience

Series B in 2017
Blaze Bioscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing cancer surgery through innovative technologies. Founded in 2010, the company develops tumor paint products, including its lead candidate, BLZ-100, which combines a targeting peptide with a fluorescent dye. This product enables real-time visualization of cancer cells during surgery, allowing surgeons to differentiate between tumors and healthy tissue more effectively. The technology is applicable to various solid tumor types, including brain, breast, prostate, lung, colorectal, skin, and sarcomas. By improving the detection of cancer cells, Blaze Bioscience aims to facilitate more precise surgical resections and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.

Utrip

Series A in 2017
Utrip is a free travel planning technology that brings together the best in artificial intelligence and human experience, making it easy for travelers to quickly create their perfect trip. It is a destination discovery and travel planning platform that brings together the best in artificial intelligence and human experience to help travelers discover destinations and plan trips in uniquely personal and enjoyable ways. Utrip PRO helps increase engagement, loyalty and conversion rates by providing a white labeled offering of the Utrip platform to hospitality brands, cruise lines, points of interest, airlines, and Destination Marketing Organizations.

ActX

Venture Round in 2017
ActX, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in integrating patient genomic information into everyday medical practice. Established in 2012, ActX aims to provide actionable clinical insights based on the genetic profiles of patients, enhancing decision-making for physicians and other healthcare professionals. By translating complex genetic data into practical applications, ActX seeks to improve patient care and outcomes through personalized medicine.

Gemio

Seed Round in 2016
Gemio is a social IoT platform that connects people and their interests i.e music, sports. Our system consists of smart customizable wrist bands that can be designed on demand, BLE mesh technology that connects a crowd in a interactive light show experience, and IoT Channel broadcasting that syncs live events and media streams to fans. The company was founded by entrepreneurs with successful startup experience in s/w, h/w and consumer products. The CEO, Michael Bettua , was founder and CEO of a consumer brand company and held senior roles at two software startups with $B exits. The founders of those two companies are two of Gemio’s largest shareholers. The CTO is from MIT with a PhD EE and a background in rocket science and wireless medical devices. Lead investors are: Facebook’s first VP of Sales; the founder and CEO of Silknet Software ($4.2B); a founder of BladeLogic ($900M exit).

Resonance AI

Seed Round in 2016
Resonance AI specializes in the fields of artificial intelligence, analytics, and video streaming. Using advanced machine learning available, Resonance AI’s unmatched efficiency and accuracy enables quick decisions about content and talent grounded in real performance data. It was founded in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Pyatt Broadmark

Venture Round in 2016
Pyatt Broadmark Management is based in Seattle and offers private loans for real estate financing in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Pyatt Broadmark Management has proven to be a valuable resource for builders, ‘fix and flip’ investment buyers and developers who require quick closings, “outside the box thinking” and the utmost professional service. At Pyatt Broadmark Management, they develop trust with their borrowers based on communication, careful underwriting and fair pricing. That is why they experience so much repeat business and long-term relationships with borrowers. Whether financing single-family homes, tracts of homes or commercial real estate, their experience and personal approach allow us to respond quickly to client needs, and resolve the issues that inevitably arise in real estate development. From initial financing through project completion, Pyatt Broadmark works alongside clients to ensure their success. Whether negotiating with a third-party lender, ensuring adequate reserves for maintenance and repairs, or addressing environmental concerns, they will be your advocate throughout the process.

Tether Technologies

Series A in 2016
Tether Technologies, Inc. specializes in preemptive key loss technology aimed at enhancing security for individuals and businesses while preventing key loss incidents and their associated costs. The company's flagship product, the electronic key tether (ekt), preemptively locates keys before they are lost and ensures they remain within a 15-step radius of the user. This innovative solution is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing key control programs and is suitable for various sectors, including security, property management, hospitality, healthcare, and law enforcement. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tether Technologies offers a reliable and scalable alternative to traditional key management systems, which often respond only after keys are lost, leading to expensive rekeying processes and potential security breaches.

Monitor Mask

Series A in 2015
Monitor Mask Inc. is a Seattle-based medical device company that specializes in manufacturing and selling face mask solutions designed for CO2 sampling in sidestream capnography, particularly during sedation anesthesia. Founded in 2012, the company primarily serves hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers, catering to various medical environments such as operating rooms, emergency departments, post-anesthesia care units, intensive care units, emergency medical services, and catheterization laboratories. The initial product, the M1 Capnography Mask, inspired the development of the CapnoVue face mask series, which aims to enhance patient safety and streamline clinical workflows. As of May 2019, Monitor Mask operates as a subsidiary of Salter Labs Inc.

Reelsonar

Angel Round in 2015
ReelSonar, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing innovative fishing technology. Its flagship product, the iBobber, is a castable fishfinder that utilizes sonar technology to locate fish at depths of up to 135 feet. The iBobber connects via Bluetooth to smartphones and tablets, allowing users to access various features such as GPS tagging of fishing hotspots, mapping waterbed contours, and monitoring water temperature. Additionally, the application includes functionalities like lunar calendar information, weather updates, Trip Logs, and Fish and Bite Alarms, enhancing the fishing experience. ReelSonar offers its products through various retail channels and online, serving customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, ReelSonar aims to improve fishing efficiency and enjoyment for anglers of all levels.

WhiteSpace Health

Seed Round in 2015
WhiteSpace Health, Inc. specializes in data analytics and cloud-based healthcare intelligence solutions for healthcare providers. The company offers various tools designed to enhance business management, including solutions for physician engagement that measure performance through comparative metrics, as well as operations management tools aimed at improving efficiencies in health systems. Their financial management solutions focus on individual metrics to drive profitability and productivity improvements, while regulatory compliance tools help ensure adherence to meaningful use reporting requirements. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with operations in Seattle and a development facility in Hyderabad, India, WhiteSpace Health strives to empower healthcare providers to adapt to the evolving landscape and consumerization of healthcare through actionable insights. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Omega Healthcare Management Services Private Limited.

Health 123

Seed Round in 2015
Health 123, Inc. operates health123.com, an online platform designed to assist users in improving their health through personalized guidance. Established in 2011 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers tools to help users track key health metrics, including weight management, heart health, nutritional balance, energy levels, and emotional well-being. In addition to these services, Health 123 sells various health-related products such as supplements, blood test kits, books, scales, and tracking devices online. The company's Health Activation Platform enhances patient engagement by providing curated content, tailored care plans, and direct communication with healthcare teams, thereby promoting health literacy and empowering users to take charge of their health. Operating as a subsidiary of Samepage Inc. since January 2017, Health 123 aims to create a flexible, user-friendly digital experience that facilitates effective patient-provider interactions.

OtoNexus Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2015
OtoNexus Medical Technologies Inc. specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of ultrasound medical devices for diagnosing middle ear infections, known as otitis media, in both children and adults. The company's innovative hand-held device enables clinicians to quickly and accurately distinguish between viral and bacterial infections, facilitating appropriate treatment decisions regarding antibiotic use. Utilizing ultrasound technology in a novel manner, the device offers rapid diagnostic results in seconds, making it user-friendly for both physicians and non-physician healthcare providers. 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 aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of middle ear infection diagnosis.

Overlake Capital

Venture Round in 2015
Overlake Capital was born out of a passion for superior results and a definite rejection of the status quo. In 2007, the founding partners successfully conceived and launched a first-of-its-kind financial services firm, Empower. In 2011, after being repeatedly approached by individuals and institutions seeking fresh investment opportunities in a changing market, the founders decided to create a home for a new generation of successful investors. Their flagship fund was kicked off in 2012. In early 2014, the partners made the decision to adopt the Overlake name as a token of dedication to their local community of investors, partners, and ventures. While Overlake invests in assets worldwide, they are especially proud of their ties to the Pacific Northwest and their local Seattle-Bellevue community. Overlake believes strongly in placing their clients’ needs above all else, and in designing investment solutions tailored to the goals of each individual. While their track record of success speaks for itself, they are always seeking ways to improve their services and results. Partners work directly with each and every client to ensure relevant, tangible investment goals are created and achieved.

Kineta

Venture Round in 2015
Kineta, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing immunology-based therapies targeting oncology, neuroscience, and virology. The company is advancing several innovative treatments, including KCP-506, a non-opioid therapeutic for chronic pain, and LHF-535, an oral antiviral for Lassa and other arenaviruses, which works by inhibiting viral entry and replication. Additionally, Kineta is exploring RIG-I and VISTA drug development programs aimed at reprogramming the immune system to combat cancer. Founded in 2007, Kineta has established strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts.

NuvoMed

Series A in 2015
NuvoMed is a medical device company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2012. It specializes in the development of a patented disposable device known as the DisImpactorTM, designed to provide safe, efficient relief for fecal impaction. This innovative device enhances the treatment process by combining enema solution infusion with physical extraction, allowing caregivers to address fecal impaction swiftly while minimizing pain for the patient. By focusing on improving the experience for both patients and healthcare providers, NuvoMed aims to transform an unpleasant medical procedure into a more comfortable and effective solution.

Pyatt Broadmark

Venture Round in 2015
Pyatt Broadmark Management is based in Seattle and offers private loans for real estate financing in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Pyatt Broadmark Management has proven to be a valuable resource for builders, ‘fix and flip’ investment buyers and developers who require quick closings, “outside the box thinking” and the utmost professional service. At Pyatt Broadmark Management, they develop trust with their borrowers based on communication, careful underwriting and fair pricing. That is why they experience so much repeat business and long-term relationships with borrowers. Whether financing single-family homes, tracts of homes or commercial real estate, their experience and personal approach allow us to respond quickly to client needs, and resolve the issues that inevitably arise in real estate development. From initial financing through project completion, Pyatt Broadmark works alongside clients to ensure their success. Whether negotiating with a third-party lender, ensuring adequate reserves for maintenance and repairs, or addressing environmental concerns, they will be your advocate throughout the process.

KPI Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
KPI Therapeutics, Inc. is a Seattle-based company focused on developing therapies for unmet medical needs in autoimmunity and chronic pain. Founded in 2013, it specializes in creating drug candidates such as dalazatide, KPI-150, and KPI-190 for systemic autoimmune diseases like lupus, along with CSP conopeptide for chronic pain management. The company collaborates with various partners, including Kineta, Inc., Chimera Biotec, and the University of Washington School of Medicine, to enhance its research and development efforts. KPI Therapeutics aims to accelerate the progression of promising drug candidates through the critical translational stage of development, ultimately improving access to innovative treatments for patients.

PebbleBee

Venture Round in 2015
Pebblebee provides trackable technologies for consumers and enterprises. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Tether Technologies

Venture Round in 2014
Tether Technologies, Inc. specializes in preemptive key loss technology aimed at enhancing security for individuals and businesses while preventing key loss incidents and their associated costs. The company's flagship product, the electronic key tether (ekt), preemptively locates keys before they are lost and ensures they remain within a 15-step radius of the user. This innovative solution is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing key control programs and is suitable for various sectors, including security, property management, hospitality, healthcare, and law enforcement. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tether Technologies offers a reliable and scalable alternative to traditional key management systems, which often respond only after keys are lost, leading to expensive rekeying processes and potential security breaches.

Exponential Entertainment

Venture Round in 2014
Exponential Entertainment, Inc. is a media entertainment company that specializes in developing customized game arcades and multi-platform game services tailored for entertainment studios, consumer product companies, and content providers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company focuses on transforming Hollywood movies into interactive experiences through social games, widgets, and applications. By creating engaging gameplay experiences, Exponential Entertainment helps clients market and monetize their content effectively. The company has introduced a line of movie-oriented online social games, enhancing consumer engagement and leveraging trends in casual gaming and social media to provide innovative promotional solutions for media companies.

BYNDL

Venture Round in 2013
BYNDL is a mobile transaction services company that specializes in enhancing unattended retail environments through its software-as-a-service platform. The company enables vending machines and mobile applications to accept mobile payments and deliver digital coupons, thereby facilitating seamless transactions. BYNDL's technology integrates various payment methods, including stored value solutions, which significantly lower transaction fees associated with small-value purchases. By connecting unattended retail kiosks to digital media and payment capabilities, BYNDL allows businesses to deliver coupons, advertisements, and offers directly to consumers' mobile devices and vending displays. This comprehensive approach not only reduces operating costs and increases profit margins for businesses but also creates new revenue opportunities within the unattended retail sector.

Marketfish

Venture Round in 2013
The Marketfish platform allows marketers to build and execute lead generation campaigns using 3rd party marketing lists.Using patented search algorithms, the tool allows users to discover targeted customer lists, build marketing campaigns, execute the campaign, and measure the performance in real time.

Exponential Entertainment

Venture Round in 2013
Exponential Entertainment, Inc. is a media entertainment company that specializes in developing customized game arcades and multi-platform game services tailored for entertainment studios, consumer product companies, and content providers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company focuses on transforming Hollywood movies into interactive experiences through social games, widgets, and applications. By creating engaging gameplay experiences, Exponential Entertainment helps clients market and monetize their content effectively. The company has introduced a line of movie-oriented online social games, enhancing consumer engagement and leveraging trends in casual gaming and social media to provide innovative promotional solutions for media companies.

Vibrant Games

Venture Round in 2013
Publisher of online games intended to build an international community of users by localizing MMORPGs. The company's games include social and mobile multiplayer games, enabling users to avail an enhanced gaming experience.

DigitalScirocco

Angel Round in 2012
DigitalScirocco operates the world's first hosted, per-impression, digital asset sales and distribution platform. Each auction is a real-time transaction in which content is bought and sold on a per-impression basis. (“Per-impression” means a piece of content is counted every time it is requested from the DigitalScirocco servers.

Olympus Games

Venture Round in 2012
Provider of a mod management platform designed to empower gamers. The company's ModDrop management platform includes mod libraries that are hosted in the cloud, allowing users to download and sync content between gaming devices, and offers publishing tools for mod developers to share creations with the community, enabling players to enhance, personalize and augment games to change the way they play.

SkyKick

Venture Round in 2012
SkyKick helps IT solution providers build more successful cloud businesses. Their SaaS products and platform are designed to make it easy and efficient for IT partners to migrate, backup, and manage their customers in the cloud. It also provides software products and platforms to migrate, backup, and manage technology services. SkyKick was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA, USA.

Vega Performance Marketing

Venture Round in 2012
Vega Performance Marketing, Inc. is a digital media services agency and affiliate marketing network that specializes in cost per action (CPA) marketing. Founded in 2007 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers a range of managed services, including performance marketing programs, technology infrastructure, and campaign management. Vega’s services are designed to optimize distribution and execution for advertisers, agencies, and other marketing service providers through a global network of online media partners and direct response marketers. The firm has established partnerships with major players like Microsoft Advertising, enhancing its capabilities in CPA distribution and affiliate management. By leveraging its domain expertise and innovative campaign strategies, Vega Performance Marketing aims to deliver effective marketing solutions that meet the needs of its diverse clientele.

AdSpore

Seed Round in 2012
Provider of a smartphone application designed to give access to digital coupons scattered around the UW campus. The company's application helps to locate and gather spores, rebates, goodies and prizes, enabling users to use the spores to get discounts at the stores.

Cadence Biomedical

Series A in 2012
Cadence Biomedical, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in manufacturing medical devices aimed at restoring walking abilities for individuals with mobility impairments. The company’s flagship product, Kickstart, is a neurorehabilitation device designed to facilitate walking recovery for patients suffering from conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, and multiple sclerosis. Utilizing Exotendon technology, which acts like an artificial tendon, Kickstart provides essential support, stability, and swing assistance, making it suitable for both outpatient therapy and home use. Cadence Biomedical was incorporated in 2007 and initially operated under the name Empowering Engineering Technologies, Corp. The company is also developing a new class of device known as a kinetic orthosis, originating from technology invented at the Cleveland Clinic. This innovative approach aims to further enhance mobility for individuals with severe impairments.

Cadence Biomedical

Venture Round in 2012
Cadence Biomedical, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in manufacturing medical devices aimed at restoring walking abilities for individuals with mobility impairments. The company’s flagship product, Kickstart, is a neurorehabilitation device designed to facilitate walking recovery for patients suffering from conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, and multiple sclerosis. Utilizing Exotendon technology, which acts like an artificial tendon, Kickstart provides essential support, stability, and swing assistance, making it suitable for both outpatient therapy and home use. Cadence Biomedical was incorporated in 2007 and initially operated under the name Empowering Engineering Technologies, Corp. The company is also developing a new class of device known as a kinetic orthosis, originating from technology invented at the Cleveland Clinic. This innovative approach aims to further enhance mobility for individuals with severe impairments.

Valant

Venture Round in 2012
Valant is a SaaS organization serving the needs of the behavioral healthcare industry. Through disruptive technology solutions, they reinventing the possibilities of how electronic healthcare record (EHR) systems serve the mental health community and its patients. The company's platform utilizes the full power of cloud technology and gives behavioral healthcare providers the tools to configure their unique workflows. Valant provides the tools they need to automate and enhance patient engagement, outcomes measurement, and revenue. With an intuitive workflow and easy to use dashboards and reports, get more sleep knowing using the best practices for effective practice management.

Profit Mastery

Venture Round in 2012
Profit Mastery is a U.S.-based company that creates and delivers tools and resources to guide users to improve business performance in a constantly changing economy. It delivers practical financial management tools to improve the profitability and cash flow of its users. The company is comprised of former business owners, bankers, and finance professionals, and it delivers a better service by linking its financial management education, benchmarking, and peer performance groups. Profit Mastery delivers, via direct and licensed affiliations, financial and management training programs, products, and services to business owners and managers as well as their advisors to contribute to their overall success. The company provides information, education, and motivation to owners, managers, and advisors of independent business throughout the world. Profit Mastery was founded in 1985 by [Tim Riley](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/tim-riley-4) and [Steve LeFever](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/steve-lefever). It is based in Seattle, Washington.

Pyatt Broadmark

Venture Round in 2012
Pyatt Broadmark Management is based in Seattle and offers private loans for real estate financing in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Pyatt Broadmark Management has proven to be a valuable resource for builders, ‘fix and flip’ investment buyers and developers who require quick closings, “outside the box thinking” and the utmost professional service. At Pyatt Broadmark Management, they develop trust with their borrowers based on communication, careful underwriting and fair pricing. That is why they experience so much repeat business and long-term relationships with borrowers. Whether financing single-family homes, tracts of homes or commercial real estate, their experience and personal approach allow us to respond quickly to client needs, and resolve the issues that inevitably arise in real estate development. From initial financing through project completion, Pyatt Broadmark works alongside clients to ensure their success. Whether negotiating with a third-party lender, ensuring adequate reserves for maintenance and repairs, or addressing environmental concerns, they will be your advocate throughout the process.

Atossa Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2011
Atossa Genetics is a health care company focused on the development and marketing of novel cellular and molecular diagnostic risk assessment products for breast cancer. Using our patented, FDA-approved Mammary Aspirate Specimen Cytology Test (MASCT) System, a nurse or physician’s assistant, can painlessly collect a sample of Nipple Aspirate Fluid (NAF) in about 10 minutes. The NAF sample contains cells (cytology) and molecular diagnostic biomarkers that are useful in finding cancers and pre-cancerous changes, especially Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia (ADH), which confers a higher risk of developing breast cancer.

HydroVolts

Venture Round in 2010
Hydrovolts was founded in 2007 as a result of the founders directing a study examining the hydrokinetic potential of tidal systems in the Pacific Northwest. The study concluded that hydrokinetics was a promising field, but the environmental regulations and permitting burdens surrounding natural waterways were insurmountable at a large scale. The company’s founders thus focused on artificial waterways and developed the Flipwing prototype for irrigation canals in 2009, the year the company first received funding. In the intervening years, the company has raised over $3M, which it has used to hone its technology, pursue four patents to protect its revolutionary approach to micro hydropower, and develop waterfall and canal turbines. These two product lines are representative of a broader portfolio of products Hydrovolts has in its development pipeline, and are based upon the same design principles – standardized product, scalable manufacturing, easy installation, and reliable power generation – to deliver cost-effective micro hydropower.

Clarity Health Services

Venture Round in 2009
Clarity Health Services Inc. specializes in insurance authorization and referral management solutions for healthcare providers, including practices, hospitals, and health systems in the United States. Founded in 2007 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company offers a web-based platform that streamlines care transitions and enhances care coordination, enabling healthcare providers to manage referrals efficiently and improve patient care quality. Clarity Health's services facilitate communication among radiologists, specialists, and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), ensuring that referrals are accurately authorized. By providing tools for real-time care coordination and data analytics, Clarity Health allows healthcare organizations to enhance their operational performance without the need for costly proprietary technology investments. As of November 2015, Clarity Health operates as a subsidiary of SCI Solutions, Inc.

Onehub

Venture Round in 2009
Onehub Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in providing secure online sharing and collaboration solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2007, Onehub offers a cloud-based file storage and sharing service that includes features such as granular sharing permissions, white label branding, and collaborative tools like task assignments and comments. The company also provides a secure client portal and an alternative to traditional FTP services. In addition to its primary offerings, Onehub developed Marshal, a free data loss prevention tool that helps businesses identify exposed sensitive data in their cloud accounts. With over 1.6 million business users, Onehub is committed to delivering effective tools for data security and collaboration.

Delve Networks

Venture Round in 2009
Delve Networks, founded by Alex Castro in Seattle, is an online video platform specializing in video publishing and search services. The company has served over 280 clients, including notable entities such as the NFL, Cleveland Clinic, and Lego, delivering approximately 200 million streams monthly. The platform allows content producers to manage, publish, and monetize high-quality video content, providing essential features like video hosting, encoding, content delivery, management, metrics, and advertising. In 2010, Delve Networks was acquired by Limelight Networks, becoming a business unit within Limelight while maintaining its Seattle base. Under Castro's leadership, the Delve unit experienced significant growth in customer base and revenue. Delve's team includes experienced professionals from leading tech companies such as Amazon and Yahoo, enhancing its capability in delivering next-generation Internet television services.

Healionics

Series B in 2008
Healionics Corporation, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the development and manufacture of synthetic biomaterials and implantable medical devices aimed at improving healthcare for kidney failure patients. The company has created the STARport HD, an implantable device that enables needle-free bloodstream access for hemodialysis, and the STARgraft, a synthetic vascular graft designed to maintain long-term blood flow without the complications associated with traditional grafts. Healionics' innovative approach addresses critical challenges in dialysis treatment, such as the high costs and health risks associated with current vascular access methods. Their technology promises to enhance patient outcomes by reducing the need for costly interventions and minimizing complications like infection and scarring. With a robust patent portfolio and successful results from animal studies, Healionics is poised to begin human trials and further develop its product line, which includes additional applications for its STAR biomaterial in various medical devices.

Chelsey Henry

Series B in 2006
Chelsey Henry, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in designing and marketing a variety of fashionable and functional handbags and accessories for modern women. Founded in 2004 by Chelsey and Henry, the company aims to support women with mobile lifestyles through its diverse product offerings, which include handbags, laptop bags, travel bags, and totes. Chelsey Henry emphasizes the importance of a woman's handbag as an essential part of her identity, encapsulated in the tagline "My Life's in My Bag." In 2010, the brand was acquired by Chelsey Henry Holdings, LLC, and continues to innovate under the creative direction of Seattle designer Tara Sauvage, who also contributes to the upscale Italian leather line, Rocco e Dante. The company remains dedicated to empowering women by providing stylish and practical solutions for their everyday needs.
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