University of Chicago

Founded in 1890, University of Chicago is a non-profit organisation based in Illinois, United States. The foundation is an educational institution that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the fields of biology, humanity, law, social service and physical science.
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John Kroll

Associate VP of Finance

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Anna Mairink

Director of Treasury Operations

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Patrick O'Hara

MD of Pensions and COO

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Brett Padgett

Interim VP and CFO

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Mark Schmid

VP and CIO

16 past transactions

Tovala

Series B in 2020
Maestro Food Co., doing business as Tovala, manufactures and supplies a domestic cooking appliance that cooks food using M-pots technology. The company provides Smart Oven, a steam-based oven, and markets them with meal kit subscription services. The company also supplies raw food to the appliance owners for cooking purposes. It also provides an application for recipes. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Ascent Technologies

Series B in 2019
Ascent Technologies, Inc. develops regulatory compliance software that helps financial services firms to keep their businesses compliant. It offers Ascent, a platform that analyzes business activities, informs about potential compliance obligations, and assists in tracking and complying with relevant requirements. The company’s cloud-based solutions include ascent change management and ascent obligations management. Ascent Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Foxtrot Ventures, Inc.

Series A in 2020
FOXTROT owns and operates grocery stores. It offers wine, spirits, groceries and pantry, ice cream, lifestyle and gifting, health and home, and snacks and sweets. It also sells the products through its website and mobile application and delivers it to the customers. FOXTROT was founded in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with other stores in Texas.

AMOpportunities, Inc.

Series A in 2019
AMOpportunities connects international medical students and graduates with U.S. physicians and institutions for clinical experiences. The company's platform offers individuals the opportunity to explore and apply for clinical experiences at 200+ clinical sites across 70+ medical specialties and subspecialties. AMO provides exceptional support services such as visa and housing assistance. It was founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois.

ClostraBio

Seed Round in 2018
ClostraBio develops drugs that can prevent allergic reactions to food. It is dedicated to understanding and treating food allergies and other diseases of the immune system. The company is discovering and developing new therapeutics that modulate the protective ability of the microbe. ClostraBio’s scientific team has made key discoveries that highlight the importance of the intestinal microbiota in regulating allergic sensitization to food. The company is committed to a deeper understanding of the role of intestinal microbes in gut barrier function and determining the mechanisms of barrier protection.

Foxtrot Ventures, Inc.

Series B in 2021
FOXTROT owns and operates grocery stores. It offers wine, spirits, groceries and pantry, ice cream, lifestyle and gifting, health and home, and snacks and sweets. It also sells the products through its website and mobile application and delivers it to the customers. FOXTROT was founded in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with other stores in Texas.

Quansa

Seed Round in 2021
Quansa develops a software to link the employees’ payroll data with banks, fintech, and other financial institutions. Its platform operates as a financial assistant that provides financial solutions for employees. Quansa is based in USA.

ExplORer Surgical Corp.

Series A in 2019
ExplORer Surgical Corp. develops an interactive surgical playbook that promotes optimal teamwork in the operating room. Its software solution enables healthcare providers to compare their performance and learn from colleagues; and allows managers to track granular case progression in real time and forecast room utilization, staffing, equipment use, and postoperative admissions. The company’s solution also provides surgical workflow with the ability to customize based on patient factors, surgeon preferences, and changing operative conditions. It serves surgeons, nurses, and administrators. ExplORer Surgical Corp. was founded in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

FarmRaise

Seed Round in 2021
FarmRaise Inc. develops and operates a digital fund-raising platform for farmers. It offers FarmRaise, a digital platform that connects farmers to funding opportunities, such as grants, loans, cost-sharing programs, emergency and disaster relief programs, easement programs, and state-specific opportunities. The company also provides financial consulting services. FarmRaise Inc. was founded in 2020 and is based in Atherton, California.

ExplORer Surgical Corp.

Series A in 2017
ExplORer Surgical Corp. develops an interactive surgical playbook that promotes optimal teamwork in the operating room. Its software solution enables healthcare providers to compare their performance and learn from colleagues; and allows managers to track granular case progression in real time and forecast room utilization, staffing, equipment use, and postoperative admissions. The company’s solution also provides surgical workflow with the ability to customize based on patient factors, surgeon preferences, and changing operative conditions. It serves surgeons, nurses, and administrators. ExplORer Surgical Corp. was founded in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Super.tech

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Super.tech develops software that speeds up quantum computing by bridging the gap between applications and hardware. The company was founded in 2020 by Pranav Gokhale and Fred Chong.

Ladder, Inc.

Seed Round in 2021
Ladder, Inc. owns and operates a professional community platform for college students. It offers Ladder, a platform that enables students to get access to jobs, fellowships, competitions, mentors, and connections to get them to the next level in their career. The company’s platform is also used to engage with ambitious peers with similar professional interests; get advice from fellow students and help each other to grow together; and get instant updates about exclusive opportunities. Ladder, Inc. was formerly known as Remote Students, Inc. The company was founded in 2020 and is based North Brunswick, New Jersey.

Mindful Care

Series A in 2021
Mindful Care provides affordable and accessible mental healthcare and offers same and next-day appointments. The company was founded in 2019 by Tamir Aldad and is based in West Hempstead, New York, United States.

Foxtrot Ventures, Inc.

Series A in 2018
FOXTROT owns and operates grocery stores. It offers wine, spirits, groceries and pantry, ice cream, lifestyle and gifting, health and home, and snacks and sweets. It also sells the products through its website and mobile application and delivers it to the customers. FOXTROT was founded in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois with other stores in Texas.

rePurpose

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Repurpose (India) Private Limited provides environmental preservation and urban waste management consulting services. The company primarily focuses on eliminating the usage of plastic. It also provides a learning program on environment to middle school children. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Mumbai, India.