MemryX Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing in-memory computing chips designed to enhance performance for data-intensive tasks. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company leverages its proprietary compute-at-memory technology and dataflow architecture to create memory processing units that are non-volatile and suitable for large-scale applications in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data. MemryX's innovative solutions are engineered to minimize data movement bottlenecks, offering high performance and accuracy while maintaining low power consumption. Their technology addresses the AI needs across various industries, including transportation and the Internet of Things, making it applicable to a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. In addition to its headquarters, MemryX operates offices in Bangalore, India, and Taipei and Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Voxel51, Inc. is an AI software company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in computer vision and machine learning analytics, focusing on the understanding of video and image data. Voxel51's technology transforms raw video footage and images into actionable intelligence, utilizing machine learning to process and label content based on image recognition and the analysis of motions and objects over time. This enables data scientists in the field of computer vision to efficiently curate, explore, and test datasets alongside their models, facilitating the development of production-ready visual AI solutions.
BlastPoint
Seed Round in 2023
BlastPoint is a developer of a predictive AI-powered platform that offers big data solutions to help companies optimize revenue growth and enhance customer engagement. By providing tools to discover, target, and engage humans within their data, BlastPoint enables businesses across various sectors—such as energy, financial services, automotive, and nonprofit organizations—to generate immediate insights into customer engagement challenges. The platform equips clients to identify trends and unlock critical information relevant to specific territories, ultimately empowering them to find, reach, and satisfy customers throughout their lifetime.
Verge Aero
Seed Round in 2022
Verge Aero is a specialized company comprised of a talented team of engineers in fields such as electrical, computer, software, systems, and aerospace engineering. The company focuses on the design and deployment of unmanned aerial systems, or drones, specifically for the entertainment industry. Verge Aero has developed advanced drone performance software that allows for the simultaneous control of swarms of drones, enabling integration with existing entertainment systems. This technology facilitates captivating interactions between drones, audiences, and performers. The company's near-term applications include recurring drone performances, venue installations, touring productions, and various drone entertainment products, showcasing the potential for innovative aerial displays in entertainment contexts.
Mobileforce
Seed Round in 2022
MobileForce Software Inc. is a provider of cloud-based enterprise mobile applications that enhance enterprise mobility across various functions such as sales automation, field services, and partner and employee enablement. It offers a range of solutions, including a Software-as-a-Service platform that empowers sales representatives with mobile access to essential data, and an enterprise platform that integrates with existing enterprise systems. MobileForce for Customers and MobileForce For Marketing are tailored for business-to-business and business-to-consumer interactions, and marketing professionals, respectively. The company targets the growing revenue operations market, particularly serving mid-market and enterprise clients in industries such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Incorporated in 2005 and based in Sunnyvale, California, MobileForce was formerly known as Fonemine Inc. and rebranded in August 2014. Its innovative, no-code Quote-to-Cash-to-Service platform aims to streamline sales and service processes, meeting the complex demands of sophisticated business environments.
Pulsora
Seed Round in 2021
Pulsora is an enterprise software company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) management solutions delivered via Software as a Service (SaaS). Pulsora's platform, pulsESG, enables businesses to track and improve their ESG footprint by providing deep analytics and customizable frameworks derived from existing standards. This helps enterprises ensure compliance with evolving stakeholder requirements.
MemryX Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing in-memory computing chips designed to enhance performance for data-intensive tasks. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company leverages its proprietary compute-at-memory technology and dataflow architecture to create memory processing units that are non-volatile and suitable for large-scale applications in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data. MemryX's innovative solutions are engineered to minimize data movement bottlenecks, offering high performance and accuracy while maintaining low power consumption. Their technology addresses the AI needs across various industries, including transportation and the Internet of Things, making it applicable to a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. In addition to its headquarters, MemryX operates offices in Bangalore, India, and Taipei and Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Traxen®
Seed Round in 2021
Traxen is a developer of a cloud-based intelligent cruise control system aimed at enhancing driving efficiency and safety. The platform is designed to optimize fuel consumption by adjusting driving styles based on various factors, including weather, traffic, and road conditions. By considering the hours of service and time of arrival requirements, Traxen's technology not only helps drivers achieve significant cost savings on fuel but also contributes to lower insurance and training expenses. The company's innovations support safer driving practices, promoting a smarter approach to transportation while contributing to energy conservation and overall safety on the roads.
Refraction AI
Seed Round in 2021
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.
Cobalt Labs, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for bitcoin applications and modernizing penetration testing through its Pentest as a Service (PtaaS) platform. The company offers Cobalt Central, a secure inbox for managing bug reports and interacting with security researchers. Additionally, its CrowdCurity platform connects businesses with security experts via bug bounty programs. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Cobalt Labs also has offices in Berlin and Boston. By leveraging a global talent pool of certified freelancers, Cobalt's platform delivers actionable insights that help organizations identify, track, and resolve software vulnerabilities efficiently, resulting in quicker remediation times and improved return on investment for security testing.
Refraction AI
Funding Round in 2020
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.
Voxel51
Seed Round in 2019
Voxel51, Inc. is an AI software company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in computer vision and machine learning analytics, focusing on the understanding of video and image data. Voxel51's technology transforms raw video footage and images into actionable intelligence, utilizing machine learning to process and label content based on image recognition and the analysis of motions and objects over time. This enables data scientists in the field of computer vision to efficiently curate, explore, and test datasets alongside their models, facilitating the development of production-ready visual AI solutions.
MemryX Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing in-memory computing chips designed to enhance performance for data-intensive tasks. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company leverages its proprietary compute-at-memory technology and dataflow architecture to create memory processing units that are non-volatile and suitable for large-scale applications in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data. MemryX's innovative solutions are engineered to minimize data movement bottlenecks, offering high performance and accuracy while maintaining low power consumption. Their technology addresses the AI needs across various industries, including transportation and the Internet of Things, making it applicable to a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. In addition to its headquarters, MemryX operates offices in Bangalore, India, and Taipei and Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Refraction AI
Funding Round in 2019
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.
Traxen®
Seed Round in 2018
Traxen is a developer of a cloud-based intelligent cruise control system aimed at enhancing driving efficiency and safety. The platform is designed to optimize fuel consumption by adjusting driving styles based on various factors, including weather, traffic, and road conditions. By considering the hours of service and time of arrival requirements, Traxen's technology not only helps drivers achieve significant cost savings on fuel but also contributes to lower insurance and training expenses. The company's innovations support safer driving practices, promoting a smarter approach to transportation while contributing to energy conservation and overall safety on the roads.
Cobalt Labs, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for bitcoin applications and modernizing penetration testing through its Pentest as a Service (PtaaS) platform. The company offers Cobalt Central, a secure inbox for managing bug reports and interacting with security researchers. Additionally, its CrowdCurity platform connects businesses with security experts via bug bounty programs. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Cobalt Labs also has offices in Berlin and Boston. By leveraging a global talent pool of certified freelancers, Cobalt's platform delivers actionable insights that help organizations identify, track, and resolve software vulnerabilities efficiently, resulting in quicker remediation times and improved return on investment for security testing.
Rachio, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in intelligent sprinkler controllers designed to enhance water efficiency for residential landscapes. Founded in 2013, Rachio offers a WiFi-enabled device that allows users to manage their outdoor sprinkler systems remotely through a smartphone application. This technology enables automatic scheduling of irrigation based on various factors, including local weather conditions, soil characteristics, and user-defined water budgets. By utilizing cloud-based software, Rachio provides customers with the ability to customize their watering schedules, ultimately helping them conserve water and reduce their watering costs.
Bindplane
Series B in 2017
Blue Medora Inc. is a software solutions provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in enhancing the visibility of cloud system management and application performance management. Founded in 2007, the company develops a range of product extensions for major platforms such as VMware vRealize Operations, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and IBM Tivoli Monitoring. Its offerings include management solutions that integrate with various databases and applications, such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, and NetApp Storage. Blue Medora's solutions facilitate the monitoring and troubleshooting of IT environments, providing analytics and capacity planning capabilities. The company also addresses limitations in traditional IT monitoring through its BindPlane service, which connects performance data across diverse sources. Blue Medora distributes its products through resellers and has established strategic partnerships with VMware, Oracle, and IBM to enhance its service offerings.
Aperia Technologies
Series B in 2016
Aperia Technologies, Inc. is a company that specializes in automatic tire inflation devices aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicles. Its flagship product, the Halo Tire Inflator, is a self-powered, bolt-on device that utilizes the rotational motion of a wheel to maintain optimal tire pressure by compensating for minor leaks and pressure changes due to temperature fluctuations. This technology is particularly beneficial for a variety of fleet vehicles, including buses, box trucks, tractors, trailers, and refuse vehicles. By ensuring proper tire inflation, Aperia Technologies helps fleet operators reduce fuel costs, decrease environmental pollution, and improve overall road safety. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Burlingame, California, and distributes its products through a network of dealers across the United States.
Bindplane
Series B in 2016
Blue Medora Inc. is a software solutions provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in enhancing the visibility of cloud system management and application performance management. Founded in 2007, the company develops a range of product extensions for major platforms such as VMware vRealize Operations, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and IBM Tivoli Monitoring. Its offerings include management solutions that integrate with various databases and applications, such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, and NetApp Storage. Blue Medora's solutions facilitate the monitoring and troubleshooting of IT environments, providing analytics and capacity planning capabilities. The company also addresses limitations in traditional IT monitoring through its BindPlane service, which connects performance data across diverse sources. Blue Medora distributes its products through resellers and has established strategic partnerships with VMware, Oracle, and IBM to enhance its service offerings.
Cobalt Labs, Inc. specializes in providing security solutions for bitcoin applications and modernizing penetration testing through its Pentest as a Service (PtaaS) platform. The company offers Cobalt Central, a secure inbox for managing bug reports and interacting with security researchers. Additionally, its CrowdCurity platform connects businesses with security experts via bug bounty programs. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Cobalt Labs also has offices in Berlin and Boston. By leveraging a global talent pool of certified freelancers, Cobalt's platform delivers actionable insights that help organizations identify, track, and resolve software vulnerabilities efficiently, resulting in quicker remediation times and improved return on investment for security testing.
Clinc, Inc. is a software development company specializing in artificial intelligence applications tailored for various industries, including banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Clinc has developed a conversational AI platform that allows enterprises to create advanced virtual assistants capable of understanding and processing human speech. The platform utilizes a combination of natural language processing, machine learning, and deep neural networks to analyze user input, considering factors such as wording, sentiment, and context. This technology enables Clinc to provide accurate and relevant responses, drawing from a continuously expanding knowledge base that evolves with each interaction. By enhancing customer experiences and improving engagement, Clinc aims to help businesses foster stronger relationships with their clients.
Strata Oncology
Series A in 2016
Strata Oncology, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on enhancing cancer care by facilitating access to precision medicine clinical trials and expediting drug approval processes. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company develops a comprehensive precision oncology platform that supports routine testing and efficient use of molecular data. Strata's offerings include The Strata Trial, a genomic testing program for systematic precision oncology implementation, and StrataNGS, a targeted assay for sequencing DNA and RNA from biopsies. Additionally, StrataPOINT integrates electronic medical record histories with molecular profiling to ensure eligible patients are tested and considered for trial enrollment. The company features a portfolio of pharma-sponsored therapeutic protocols, known as Strata Partnered Trials, aligned to specific biomarkers. Strata also operates The Strata Lab, a cancer sequencing facility, and maintains the Strata Precision Oncology Network, a collaborative entity aimed at promoting precision medicine initiatives. Formerly known as Strata Oncology Research, Inc., the company rebranded in 2016 and has been incorporated since 2015.
Clinc, Inc. is a software development company specializing in artificial intelligence applications tailored for various industries, including banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Clinc has developed a conversational AI platform that allows enterprises to create advanced virtual assistants capable of understanding and processing human speech. The platform utilizes a combination of natural language processing, machine learning, and deep neural networks to analyze user input, considering factors such as wording, sentiment, and context. This technology enables Clinc to provide accurate and relevant responses, drawing from a continuously expanding knowledge base that evolves with each interaction. By enhancing customer experiences and improving engagement, Clinc aims to help businesses foster stronger relationships with their clients.
Rachio, Inc. is a Denver-based company that specializes in intelligent sprinkler controllers designed to enhance water efficiency for residential landscapes. Founded in 2013, Rachio offers a WiFi-enabled device that allows users to manage their outdoor sprinkler systems remotely through a smartphone application. This technology enables automatic scheduling of irrigation based on various factors, including local weather conditions, soil characteristics, and user-defined water budgets. By utilizing cloud-based software, Rachio provides customers with the ability to customize their watering schedules, ultimately helping them conserve water and reduce their watering costs.
Akadeum
Seed Round in 2015
Akadeum Life Sciences, Inc. is a life sciences company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in the manufacturing of microbubble cell separation products. Founded in 2014, the company develops bioseparation products that utilize microscopic microbubbles to efficiently capture and isolate target cells from biological samples. Their offerings include T cell and B cell isolation kits for both human and mouse cells, as well as depletion microbubbles for red blood cell separation. Akadeum's products streamline the process of removing specific cells, such as bacteria or viruses, from liquid samples, thereby enhancing the efficiency of downstream testing and analysis. The company also collaborates with strategic partners, including Agilent Technologies, to further advance its innovative solutions in cell separation. Akadeum Life Sciences sells its products online, aiming to improve cell-based research and diagnostics in the life sciences sector.
Bindplane
Series A in 2015
Blue Medora Inc. is a software solutions provider based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, specializing in enhancing the visibility of cloud system management and application performance management. Founded in 2007, the company develops a range of product extensions for major platforms such as VMware vRealize Operations, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and IBM Tivoli Monitoring. Its offerings include management solutions that integrate with various databases and applications, such as Oracle, SAP HANA, Microsoft SQL Server, and NetApp Storage. Blue Medora's solutions facilitate the monitoring and troubleshooting of IT environments, providing analytics and capacity planning capabilities. The company also addresses limitations in traditional IT monitoring through its BindPlane service, which connects performance data across diverse sources. Blue Medora distributes its products through resellers and has established strategic partnerships with VMware, Oracle, and IBM to enhance its service offerings.
Automatic
Series B in 2015
Automatic's mission is to empower drivers with knowledge about themselves and their cars so they can be safer and drive smarter. Automatic believes that drivers should not have to buy a new car to have a better driving experience, and that the phone in their pocket can bring the future of driving to today's automobiles. Automatic is based in San Francisco, California, but its team comes from every corner of the world. The team obsesses about creating beautiful and well-engineered products that make a real difference in people's lives. Its members are big on ideas, low on ego, and love working together.
Sight Machine
Series A in 2015
Sight Machine Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing analytics, offering a data platform designed to enhance visibility and insights across manufacturing operations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Sight Machine provides solutions like FactoryTX Edge and FactoryTX Cloud, which facilitate the ingestion and management of IoT data from multiple factories. Its platform is unique in incorporating a Plant Digital Twin, enabling real-time analysis of machines, lines, and plants. The technology utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to continuously assess various data sources, including traditional databases, inspection systems, and quality equipment. Sight Machine serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, catering primarily to Global 500 companies. The company also has offices in Ann Arbor, Michigan; Tokyo, Japan; and Taichung, Taiwan.
Akadeum
Seed Round in 2014
Akadeum Life Sciences, Inc. is a life sciences company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in the manufacturing of microbubble cell separation products. Founded in 2014, the company develops bioseparation products that utilize microscopic microbubbles to efficiently capture and isolate target cells from biological samples. Their offerings include T cell and B cell isolation kits for both human and mouse cells, as well as depletion microbubbles for red blood cell separation. Akadeum's products streamline the process of removing specific cells, such as bacteria or viruses, from liquid samples, thereby enhancing the efficiency of downstream testing and analysis. The company also collaborates with strategic partners, including Agilent Technologies, to further advance its innovative solutions in cell separation. Akadeum Life Sciences sells its products online, aiming to improve cell-based research and diagnostics in the life sciences sector.
Mobileforce
Series B in 2014
MobileForce Software Inc. is a provider of cloud-based enterprise mobile applications that enhance enterprise mobility across various functions such as sales automation, field services, and partner and employee enablement. It offers a range of solutions, including a Software-as-a-Service platform that empowers sales representatives with mobile access to essential data, and an enterprise platform that integrates with existing enterprise systems. MobileForce for Customers and MobileForce For Marketing are tailored for business-to-business and business-to-consumer interactions, and marketing professionals, respectively. The company targets the growing revenue operations market, particularly serving mid-market and enterprise clients in industries such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Incorporated in 2005 and based in Sunnyvale, California, MobileForce was formerly known as Fonemine Inc. and rebranded in August 2014. Its innovative, no-code Quote-to-Cash-to-Service platform aims to streamline sales and service processes, meeting the complex demands of sophisticated business environments.