Claritas Capital

Claritas Capital is a private investment firm founded in 2002 and based in Nashville, Tennessee, with additional offices in Irvine and Newport Beach, California. The firm specializes in providing capital to entrepreneurs in the healthcare, technology, and business services sectors, focusing on late-stage venture and growth capital opportunities. Claritas Capital typically invests in seed/start-up, early venture, later stage, and expansion stage companies, primarily targeting healthcare delivery, payment technologies, medical devices, and information services such as human resource management and software-as-a-service. The firm prefers to invest in the Southeast United States and Texas, with equity investments ranging from $0.25 million to $5 million and mezzanine investments from $1 million to $10 million. Mezzanine financing is often structured as subordinated debt with accompanying warrants for equity ownership. Claritas Capital aims to be the leading institutional investor and actively seeks board representation in its portfolio companies. Since its inception, the firm has invested in 44 companies, emphasizing a strategic approach to fostering growth and innovation in its target sectors.

John Chadwick

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Ken Downey

Operating Partner

Robert C. Fisher Jr.

Partner

Bob Fisher

Partner

Tania Grant

Principal

Kali Huff

Investor Relations

Don McLemore

Founder and Partner

J. Donald McLemore

Co-Founder & Partner

Jordan Michael

Director of Finance

Gordon Pollock

Partner - Private Credit

Theresa Sexton

Partner

30 past transactions

Marinalife

Series A in 2023
Marinalife provides premium content and valuable services for all types of boaters. The Marinalife Cruising Club membership offers boaters access to detailed marina information, travel resources including trip itineraries and destination guides to make their next boating adventure stress-free. In addition, the Marinalife magazine, a quarterly travel and lifestyle publication, provides boaters with entertaining and useful articles about destinations, marinas, cruising stories, captain's tips and more.

Naborforce

Series A in 2022
Naborforce connects older adults to a network of “Nabors” for social engagement and on-demand support for errands, transportation, and help around the home. The company aims to promote productive, connected and joyous aging and living. It is inspired by JOY to promote engaged, productive and connected aging and living. Naborforce was founded in 2018.

Aptihealth

Series B in 2021
Developer of a behavioral health engagement platform intended to improve behavioral healthcare for underserved populations. The company's platform provides personalized care delivery services to integrate patients, providers and prescribers in the care cycle to manage the practice, enabling medical community to improve patient outcomes at minimal costs.

Swift Medical

Series B in 2021
Swift Medical Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in wound care management through its mobile application, Swift. This application enables healthcare professionals to measure and document the progression of patients' wounds efficiently. By facilitating real-time sharing of wound images, Swift enhances communication among medical teams and ensures precise and consistent documentation. The platform is designed to provide comprehensive wound care solutions for healthcare enterprises, streamlining the process from initial assessment to ongoing treatment.

Naborforce

Seed Round in 2021
Naborforce connects older adults to a network of “Nabors” for social engagement and on-demand support for errands, transportation, and help around the home. The company aims to promote productive, connected and joyous aging and living. It is inspired by JOY to promote engaged, productive and connected aging and living. Naborforce was founded in 2018.

Kindbody

Series B in 2020
Kindbody operates a health and tech company intended to offer fertility services and treatments for the modern woman. It offers a full range of services including intrauterine insemination, in-vitro fertilization, donor support, egg freezing, and embryo freezing, enabling women to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

Cogitativo

Series B in 2019
Cogitativo, Inc. is a Data-Science-as-a-Service company based in Berkeley, California, established in 2014. It specializes in providing machine learning solutions to healthcare organizations, enabling them to derive insights from both public and proprietary data sources. By addressing the complexities of data, Cogitativo assists hospitals, physicians, and payers in making informed decisions to enhance the healthcare system in the United States. The company's team of data scientists, drawn from leading academic institutions, collaborates with healthcare experts to deliver valuable insights and solutions, thereby reducing epistemic opacity in healthcare data analysis.

FOH & BOH

Seed Round in 2019
FOH & BOH is an innovative platform that uses technology to pair talented restaurant candidates – that’s you! – with jobs that best fit your lifestyle. We use unique algorithms to match the needs and wants from both sides, from the tangible (hours, location) to the less tangible (culture, community).

Virtue Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Virtue Technologies work in partnership with their customers, aiming towards a common goal of improving teaching and learning, ultimately supporting a school towards its ICT vision. They do this by providing a customised and local service that is both flexible and innovative.

TwelveStone Health Partners

Private Equity Round in 2018
TwelveStone Health Partners, Inc. is a provider of pharmaceutical and medical equipment services focused on facilitating infusion and enteral care. Founded in 2015 and based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including pharmacy services such as electronic medication verification and expedited prescription delivery. It specializes in infusion and enteral therapies, providing treatments for conditions requiring total parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, pain management, and chemotherapy, among others. Additionally, TwelveStone delivers respiratory services, offering equipment like nebulizers, ventilators, and oxygen systems. The company also supplies durable medical equipment, including braces, patient lifts, and walkers. TwelveStone aims to support patients, physicians, and healthcare facilities by simplifying complex treatment processes and enhancing patient care in post-acute settings, all while maintaining a commitment to integrity and service excellence.

Snag-A-Slip

Series A in 2017
Snag-A-Slip is a cloud-based technology platform that connects boaters with marina owners and allows boaters to book transient slips with ease and confidence wherever and whenever they choose. No booking fees for the boater. Ever. Just…Explore. Book. Boat. Marina owners have access to a cloud-based back-end inventory management system to easily maintain available slips. Marinas pay a transaction fee only when slips are booked. No Commitment. No Risk. As an avid boater and 20-year veteran of the hospitality industry, Dan Cowens, Founder and CEO of Snag-A-Slip, sought to build a company that would make boating easier and more fun for everyone. Snag-A-Slip has made tremendous traction changing the way boaters and marinas owners think about the boating experience.

TwelveStone Health Partners

Private Equity Round in 2017
TwelveStone Health Partners, Inc. is a provider of pharmaceutical and medical equipment services focused on facilitating infusion and enteral care. Founded in 2015 and based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including pharmacy services such as electronic medication verification and expedited prescription delivery. It specializes in infusion and enteral therapies, providing treatments for conditions requiring total parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, pain management, and chemotherapy, among others. Additionally, TwelveStone delivers respiratory services, offering equipment like nebulizers, ventilators, and oxygen systems. The company also supplies durable medical equipment, including braces, patient lifts, and walkers. TwelveStone aims to support patients, physicians, and healthcare facilities by simplifying complex treatment processes and enhancing patient care in post-acute settings, all while maintaining a commitment to integrity and service excellence.

Apcela

Series A in 2016
Apcela is an industry-leading provider of high-performance network, and cloud based application delivery solutions for real-time mission critical applications. In the capital markets waterstechnology recently named our Alpha Platform™ Best Buy-Side Low-Latency Trading Environment. In less than 5 years, we scaled from a million to tens of millions of dollars in revenue, and have a hundred million in our line of sight. We operate globally in more than 30 markets across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. We've established an A-List client roster including Goldman Sachs, UBS, Nomura, Deutsche Bank, Thomson Reuters, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Gilead Sciences, First Data, and dozens of others, including a who’s who among top tier HFTs. We've been recognized by Deloitte as the 29th fastest growing tech firm in N America, and by Red Herring one of the Top 100 emerging growth companies globally. For more information www.cfnservices.com

Genomind

Venture Round in 2016
Genomind, Inc. is a personalized medicine company focused on genetic testing services to assist in the treatment of mental health conditions. Founded in 2009 by psychiatrist Dr. Ronald Dozoretz and neurologist Dr. Jay Lombard, the company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Genomind offers the Genecept Professional PGx test, which analyzes genetic variations related to various psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. The testing process utilizes a cheek swab, and clinicians receive a comprehensive report detailing the detected genetic variations and potential drug interactions. This information aids healthcare professionals in making informed treatment decisions for patients suffering from mental illness.

StudioNow

Series B in 2014
StudioNow, Inc. is a technology company that provides a platform designed for video production and advertising services, catering to marketers, agencies, and procurement departments. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with additional offices in New York, Atlanta, and San Francisco, StudioNow offers various solutions, including a Production Marketplace and a cloud-based Bidding and Production Platform. These tools streamline procurement and production management processes, enabling clients to source, cost, and scale video production capabilities to meet growing demands. The platform connects a global network of over 7,500 vetted professionals, facilitating the management of video production from inception to delivery. By enhancing transparency, efficiency, and scalability, StudioNow aims to simplify the production process for enterprises, digital publishers, and advertising agencies alike.

BuyHappy

Venture Round in 2014
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Entrada

Venture Round in 2013
Entrada, Inc. develops software for the automation of clinical documentation and data exchange in ambulatory clinics, surgery centres, and hospitals. Entrada, Inc. was formerly known as VocalEZ, Inc. and changed its name to Entrada, Inc. in January 2010. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.

LearnVest

Series C in 2013
LearnVest, Inc. is a personal finance and lifestyle platform designed specifically for women, based in New York. Founded in 2007, the company offers a comprehensive website and mobile application that provide educational content, tools, and financial planning services. Users can access information on budgeting, managing student loans, and planning cost-effective gatherings, while also utilizing features to track expenses, build custom budgets, and securely link financial accounts. LearnVest emphasizes interactive and educational resources, including articles, checklists, and financial tools, to empower women in managing their finances. The company operates on a subscription model that includes a setup charge and a monthly fee for access to financial planners, enhancing its commitment to personalized financial education and support. Acquired by Northwestern Mutual, LearnVest continues to focus on delivering relevant financial insights and fostering a collaborative community among its users.

Entrada

Venture Round in 2012
Entrada, Inc. develops software for the automation of clinical documentation and data exchange in ambulatory clinics, surgery centres, and hospitals. Entrada, Inc. was formerly known as VocalEZ, Inc. and changed its name to Entrada, Inc. in January 2010. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Cybera

Venture Round in 2012
Cybera, Inc. specializes in Security-as-a-Service virtual application networks, offering a comprehensive platform for security and networking tailored to distributed enterprises. The company provides solutions designed to optimize various applications for industries such as retail, healthcare, hospitality, and financial services. Its offerings include software-defined networking, network function virtualization, and hyper-convergence-based security appliances, all aimed at enhancing the security of multi-location businesses while ensuring compliance with regulations like PCI and HIPAA. By delivering a scalable and integrated approach to network and security services, Cybera simplifies the process for enterprises, offering a single point of contact and a straightforward billing structure. Founded in 2000 and based in Franklin, Tennessee, Cybera operates as a subsidiary of Professional Datasolutions, Inc.

Entrada

Series A in 2010
Entrada, Inc. develops software for the automation of clinical documentation and data exchange in ambulatory clinics, surgery centres, and hospitals. Entrada, Inc. was formerly known as VocalEZ, Inc. and changed its name to Entrada, Inc. in January 2010. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Sanovia Corporation

Series C in 2009
Sanovia Corporation delivers savings in pharmaceutical spending through automated decision-making technology. The company focuses on pharmaceutical administration, validation, utilization, and cost and workflow management; fraud and abuse management; and technology services.

Digital Blue

Series A in 2008
Digital Blue, Inc. develops interactive youth electronics and software for kids, tweens, and teens worldwide. The company offers microscopes, flashlights, video cameras, speaker docks, alarm clocks, audio electronics, digital cameras, texters, replacement parts, accessories, Wii accessories, and refurbished products. It also provides educational products, including computer microscopes and digital movie creators for use in classrooms. The company offers its products through resellers, retail stores, and Websites, as well as online. Digital Blue, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Marietta, Georgia.

StudioNow

Series A in 2007
StudioNow, Inc. is a technology company that provides a platform designed for video production and advertising services, catering to marketers, agencies, and procurement departments. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with additional offices in New York, Atlanta, and San Francisco, StudioNow offers various solutions, including a Production Marketplace and a cloud-based Bidding and Production Platform. These tools streamline procurement and production management processes, enabling clients to source, cost, and scale video production capabilities to meet growing demands. The platform connects a global network of over 7,500 vetted professionals, facilitating the management of video production from inception to delivery. By enhancing transparency, efficiency, and scalability, StudioNow aims to simplify the production process for enterprises, digital publishers, and advertising agencies alike.
Empyrean is an advanced HR services company dedicated to the administration of employee benefits for large and small corporations. Since the development of its exclusive Web portal providing the ultimate platform for flexibility, scalability and simplicity, they provide a fully custom .NET structure that reduces infrastructure while enhancing greater efficiency from a single database.

Cybera

Series C in 2007
Cybera, Inc. specializes in Security-as-a-Service virtual application networks, offering a comprehensive platform for security and networking tailored to distributed enterprises. The company provides solutions designed to optimize various applications for industries such as retail, healthcare, hospitality, and financial services. Its offerings include software-defined networking, network function virtualization, and hyper-convergence-based security appliances, all aimed at enhancing the security of multi-location businesses while ensuring compliance with regulations like PCI and HIPAA. By delivering a scalable and integrated approach to network and security services, Cybera simplifies the process for enterprises, offering a single point of contact and a straightforward billing structure. Founded in 2000 and based in Franklin, Tennessee, Cybera operates as a subsidiary of Professional Datasolutions, Inc.

Sanovia Corporation

Series B in 2007
Sanovia Corporation delivers savings in pharmaceutical spending through automated decision-making technology. The company focuses on pharmaceutical administration, validation, utilization, and cost and workflow management; fraud and abuse management; and technology services.

Edo Interactive

Venture Round in 2007
Edo Interactive specializes in providing personalized offers that are automatically accessible through credit and debit cards, as well as mobile devices. The company facilitates the connection between online advertising and in-store results, enabling advertisers to deliver targeted, card-linked offers via partnerships with banks. This innovative approach capitalizes on the convergence of digital marketing, personalization, and mobile technology. Edo Interactive is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with additional offices in Chicago, New York City, and Atlanta.

Cybera

Venture Round in 2006
Cybera, Inc. specializes in Security-as-a-Service virtual application networks, offering a comprehensive platform for security and networking tailored to distributed enterprises. The company provides solutions designed to optimize various applications for industries such as retail, healthcare, hospitality, and financial services. Its offerings include software-defined networking, network function virtualization, and hyper-convergence-based security appliances, all aimed at enhancing the security of multi-location businesses while ensuring compliance with regulations like PCI and HIPAA. By delivering a scalable and integrated approach to network and security services, Cybera simplifies the process for enterprises, offering a single point of contact and a straightforward billing structure. Founded in 2000 and based in Franklin, Tennessee, Cybera operates as a subsidiary of Professional Datasolutions, Inc.

Sanovia Corporation

Series A in 2005
Sanovia Corporation delivers savings in pharmaceutical spending through automated decision-making technology. The company focuses on pharmaceutical administration, validation, utilization, and cost and workflow management; fraud and abuse management; and technology services.