CNote is an investment platform that earns a better return while investing in the causes and communities that matters. CNote rewards great savers with alternative financial vehicles that earn more - safely and simply. Their first product, CNote Savings, helps good savers earn up to 2.5% annual return -- that's 35x more than a traditional savings account. The was founded in 2016 by two women with decades of experience working in finance, venture capital, and private equity. CNote is headquartered in Oakland, California.
Operator of an undergarment and apparel brand intended for women undergone breast reconstruction, breast surgery, mastectomy, or are living with similar conditions. The company specializes in offering different breast shapes and surgery types by creating unique loungewear crafted wire-free and made of super soft material for ultimate comfort and has feminine details, silhouettes, and styles, providing women with various undergarments options.
Alcatraz AI, Inc. develops advanced facial authentication technology aimed at enhancing physical security for enterprises and government facilities. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company utilizes machine learning and computer vision to create a frictionless access control system that eliminates the need for traditional badging. Alcatraz AI's solution integrates real-time 3D facial mapping with artificial intelligence to automatically recognize individuals as they approach a secured entry point. This system combines software with a specialized hardware device equipped with sensors, allowing for seamless entry while providing enhanced security features, such as tailgating alerts and analytics. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Alcatraz AI enables organizations to implement highly secure access points that improve overall safety and user experience.
Day Zero Diagnostics (DZD) is developing a new class of diagnostic that enables a physician to switch from broad spectrum antibiotic therapy to a targeted antibiotic in 5 hours rather than the 2-5 days that it typically takes today. Unlike other molecular diagnostics that can only detect a handful of specific targets, DZD uses the entire genomic sequence and our proprietary Keynome™ algorithm to identify a comprehensive range of bacterial pathogens and their resistance characteristics within hours.
The future of translation is conversational and Language I/O’s proprietary machine translation optimization technology ensures that every conversation is understood. Our machine translation optimizer can translate difficult to translate user generated content such as jargon, slang, abbreviations and misspellings in 150 languages over chat, email, article and social support channels. Language I/O seamlessly integrates within all major CRMs and also provides an API. Finally, we let customers decide whether to use professional human linguists, our machine translation optimizer, or a combination of the two.
Amplified Sciences LLC is a molecular diagnostics company focused on developing a point-of-care system for the early detection and prevention of debilitating diseases, including kidney disease and pancreatic cancer. The company utilizes an ultra-sensitive molecular sensing technology, exclusively licensed from Purdue University, which allows for the detection of disease markers at the single molecule level. This innovative platform integrates sensing and assay methods with cost-effective biospecimen collection devices, facilitating scalability for point-of-care applications. Amplified Sciences' first application targets early detection of pancreatic cancer, addressing a significant unmet medical need and promising a favorable reimbursement pathway. Established in 2016 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, the company has successfully created a working prototype and published proof of concept data, positioning itself as a leader in the diagnostics field.
MeetCaregivers is on a mission to bring high-quality in-home care, additional services, products, and technology tools for all seniors’ care needs. Making it easier for seniors to access all the resources they need to age healthy and happily at home.
Pomp and Whimsy Inc. is a beverage company based in Pelham, New York, specializing in the manufacture and distribution of gin. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating a uniquely crafted spirit that is lightly sweetened and infused, offering a milder alternative to traditional dry gin. This approach caters to consumers seeking a more approachable flavor profile in their gin experience.
Datacy provides ready to use, structured, and accurate consumer insights data that are tailor-made to business needs, and offered in real-time. Our data is sourced by the consumers, who sell it directly to businesses via our data marketplace, making our sourcing and exchange process 100% regulatory compliant and ethical.
Bone Health Technologies, Inc. focuses on developing medical devices aimed at preventing osteoporosis and improving bone health. The company specializes in the OsteoBoost device, a wearable product designed to provide gentle mechanical stimulation that mimics the effects of weight-bearing exercise. By utilizing whole-body vibration technology, OsteoBoost safely delivers vibrational energy that encourages the transformation of stem cells into bone, offering a non-drug intervention for individuals with low bone mass. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Bone Health Technologies aims to provide effective solutions for managing bone health through innovative technology.
Strategikon Pharma, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the design and development of software solutions aimed at optimizing the outsourcing processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Its flagship product, Clinical Maestro, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates end-to-end management of clinical business operations, including planning, outsourcing, and financial management of clinical trials. This software creates a collaborative virtual environment that enhances communication and data integration between pharmaceutical companies and their service providers, moving away from traditional, labor-intensive methods such as Excel. By providing tools for clinical financial management, vendor performance metrics, and contract lifecycle management, Clinical Maestro enables biopharmaceutical firms to streamline their operations and reduce costs significantly. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, Strategikon also offers consulting services to support the establishment of clinical business operations for new entrants in the field.
Nanodropper is an affordable, universal eyedrop bottle adaptor that decreases the volume of oversized drops to reduce the waste and cost of eye medications.
Zenflow, Inc. is a medical device company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014 by a team of Stanford University Biodesign Fellows in collaboration with leading urologists. The company focuses on developing and marketing a spring device designed to provide relief for permanent benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms in men. Zenflow's product addresses urinary obstruction without damaging surrounding tissues, offering a novel solution for patients and healthcare providers. The founders were motivated by the frustrations experienced by patients with existing treatment options, aiming to fulfill a significant unmet clinical need in urology.
The future of translation is conversational and Language I/O’s proprietary machine translation optimization technology ensures that every conversation is understood. Our machine translation optimizer can translate difficult to translate user generated content such as jargon, slang, abbreviations and misspellings in 150 languages over chat, email, article and social support channels. Language I/O seamlessly integrates within all major CRMs and also provides an API. Finally, we let customers decide whether to use professional human linguists, our machine translation optimizer, or a combination of the two.
Strategikon Pharma, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the design and development of software solutions aimed at optimizing the outsourcing processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Its flagship product, Clinical Maestro, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates end-to-end management of clinical business operations, including planning, outsourcing, and financial management of clinical trials. This software creates a collaborative virtual environment that enhances communication and data integration between pharmaceutical companies and their service providers, moving away from traditional, labor-intensive methods such as Excel. By providing tools for clinical financial management, vendor performance metrics, and contract lifecycle management, Clinical Maestro enables biopharmaceutical firms to streamline their operations and reduce costs significantly. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, Strategikon also offers consulting services to support the establishment of clinical business operations for new entrants in the field.
PerformLive is a purpose-driven community for Creators & Sellers to monetize their talent and products via interactive live stream. It combines the power of live interaction, augmented reality, social selling & live commerce, all in one platform.
Amplified Sciences LLC is a molecular diagnostics company focused on developing a point-of-care system for the early detection and prevention of debilitating diseases, including kidney disease and pancreatic cancer. The company utilizes an ultra-sensitive molecular sensing technology, exclusively licensed from Purdue University, which allows for the detection of disease markers at the single molecule level. This innovative platform integrates sensing and assay methods with cost-effective biospecimen collection devices, facilitating scalability for point-of-care applications. Amplified Sciences' first application targets early detection of pancreatic cancer, addressing a significant unmet medical need and promising a favorable reimbursement pathway. Established in 2016 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, the company has successfully created a working prototype and published proof of concept data, positioning itself as a leader in the diagnostics field.
Kinnos Inc. manufactures a powdered additive for infectious disease decontamination. The company provides Highlight, a patent-pending additive for disinfectants. It also provides real-time color-change feedback to enforce thoroughness of cleaning. In addition, it also provides Highlight Wipes, a wipe dispensing machine and Highlight Powder, a disinfectant additive. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.
Kinnos Inc. manufactures a powdered additive for infectious disease decontamination. The company provides Highlight, a patent-pending additive for disinfectants. It also provides real-time color-change feedback to enforce thoroughness of cleaning. In addition, it also provides Highlight Wipes, a wipe dispensing machine and Highlight Powder, a disinfectant additive. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.
The future of translation is conversational and Language I/O’s proprietary machine translation optimization technology ensures that every conversation is understood. Our machine translation optimizer can translate difficult to translate user generated content such as jargon, slang, abbreviations and misspellings in 150 languages over chat, email, article and social support channels. Language I/O seamlessly integrates within all major CRMs and also provides an API. Finally, we let customers decide whether to use professional human linguists, our machine translation optimizer, or a combination of the two.
Tivic Health is a bioelectronic therapeutics company. We translate neuroscience into consumer-friendly medical devices, expanding the role of bioelectronic therapies in the healthcare ecosystem.
Their first innovation, ClearUP™ Sinus Pain Relief, delivers temporary relief of sinus pain. It’s a small handheld device that’s easy to use, re-usable, and clinically proven. The company received FDA Clearance January 2, 2019 and will be shipping product in September 2019.
Oculogica is a medical device manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of neuro-diagnostics, brain injury, TBI, concussion, and eye-tracking. The company's EyeBOX device is the only baseline-free test authorized by the FDA as an aid in the diagnosis of concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). It requires no baseline data nor individual calibration, and therefore results cannot be influenced by patient will.
Oculogica was established in 2013 and is based in New York, NY, United States.
Private Equity Round in 2019
Grasshopper Bank, National Association is a commercial bank based in New York that provides a range of banking products and services to businesses across the United States. The bank specializes in offering term loans, lines of credit, and financing for owner-occupied real estate and asset-based lending. In addition to lending services, Grasshopper Bank provides various deposit products and online banking options. As a digital bank, it aims to simplify and enhance the banking experience for founders, their companies, and investors within the innovation economy. Established as New York Venture Bank, NA, Grasshopper Bank is led by a team with extensive experience in commercial banking and financial services.
MeetElise is an AI company on a mission to make good housing affordable to all. Elise tracks all of your leads for you and instantly responds to new inquiries, schedules viewings, and consistently follows up with each and every prospect to make sure no lead is lost.
Kuli Kuli produces nutritional moringa products in the United States. It offers moringa bars, moringa powders, green energy shots, herbal teas, and sampler packs.
Kuli Kuli sells its products through retail stores, as well as online. Anne Tsuei, Jordan Moncharmont, Lisa Curtis, and Valerie Popelka founded Kuli Kuli on September 21, 2011, with its headquarters in Oakland in California.
Donde Fashion, Inc. designs and develops a visual shopping application that allows users to search for items using visual prompts, rather than text phrases. The application allows users to search across multiple brands using filters for clothing type, color, length, pattern, price, and brand. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Palo Alto, California.
otto by DEVCON develops advanced runtime application security software aimed at enhancing internet safety and simplifying security measures for businesses. The software is designed to help organizations quickly secure their digital environments with minimal coding required, integrating seamlessly with major content delivery networks, cloud marketplaces, and content management systems. By providing real-time intelligence on security vulnerabilities and dynamic threats, otto protects brand integrity and customer data from various cyber risks, including client-side attacks and data breaches. Additionally, the platform offers automated tools for monitoring and mitigating risks associated with third-party scripts and outdated libraries. With a commitment to democratizing cybersecurity, otto provides a Chrome extension that alerts users to potential threats while gathering crowd-sourced threat intelligence. This continuous feed of information enhances the software's capabilities, fostering a self-healing technology that adapts to emerging threats. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, DEVCON is dedicated to safeguarding consumers and businesses alike from the growing landscape of cyber threats.
StellarEmploy is transforming how companies hire hourly workers. Our hiring platform uses AI and machine learning to learn the true indicators of job performance and satisfaction unique to each position. We generate quality candidate recommendations by using existing employee performance data to identify the skills, motivations, and preferences of each role. The result is more engaged recruits who stay 30% longer and are 10% more productive.
RenovoRx, Inc. is a medical device company based in Los Altos, California, focused on developing innovative solutions for the targeted delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents to specific sites in the peripheral vascular system. Founded in 2012, the company has created the RenovoCath, an endovascular catheter designed for use in the visceral and peripheral vascular systems. RenovoRx has received FDA clearance for its RenovoCath RC120 and is actively introducing this technology to the clinical market. The company aims to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients through its proprietary Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion therapy platform, which strategically targets tumors while potentially reducing the side effects associated with traditional systemic therapies. Supported by a knowledgeable Board of Directors and an Advisory Board comprising interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, and gastroenterologists, RenovoRx is committed to advancing its clinical development strategies and addressing significant unmet medical needs.
ZineOne, Inc. provides customer engagement platform based on artificial Intelligence to obtain insights into visitor behavior and provides predictive recommendations while they are engaged with the brand. Its solutions include predictive personalization, in-the-moment predictive engagement, channel agnostic marketing, customer data management, testing and experience optimization, single customer view services. It serves financial services, retail, and quick service restaurant sectors. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Milpitas, California.
BoardBookit, Inc. develops a board portal software for companies and boards of directors to simplify and enhance their board meetings and communications. It offers BoardBookit, a board room empowerment platform that provides secure tools to enhance information sharing, communication, and decision making between companies and their boards of directors. The company serves customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. BoardBookit, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Joylux, Inc. is a health and wellness company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on women's health and wellness. Founded in 2013, the company develops LED-focused medical devices designed to address pelvic-floor issues. Its primary product is an at-home device that provides pelvic-floor toning and vaginal rejuvenation. Joylux is dedicated to delivering noninvasive, effective, and affordable solutions to enhance women's intimate health and overall quality of life.
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.
Day Zero Diagnostics (DZD) is developing a new class of diagnostic that enables a physician to switch from broad spectrum antibiotic therapy to a targeted antibiotic in 5 hours rather than the 2-5 days that it typically takes today. Unlike other molecular diagnostics that can only detect a handful of specific targets, DZD uses the entire genomic sequence and our proprietary Keynome™ algorithm to identify a comprehensive range of bacterial pathogens and their resistance characteristics within hours.
BentoBox CMS Inc. develops a mobile operations platform for restaurants to automate tasks, such as updating menus and social media, promoting private events, sharing press, and selling gift cards. The company’s solution offers search engine optimization, social media and newsletter sign-up, and one-click reservations. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York.
Work Truck Solutions, Inc. develops marketing and lead generation tools to help commercial vehicle buyers in finding their work truck. The company offers dealer software solutions, and upfitter marketing and display tools. It serves original equipment manufacturers, body and equipment manufacturers, distributors and installers, and commercial vehicle dealers from various brands across the United States. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Chico, California with additional locations in Michigan and Texas.
AudPop operates as a platform that connects filmmakers with brands, facilitating the creation of high-quality video content through contests, challenges, and festivals. The company enables brands to crowd-source engaging video content from a diverse global collective of filmmakers, enhancing their digital marketing efforts. Filmmakers can gain exposure and opportunities such as cash prizes, distribution, and festival screenings. AudPop's platform allows audiences to participate by voting on submitted films, thereby fostering a community-driven approach to content creation. Founded in 2013 and based in Missoula, Montana, AudPop has collaborated with notable brands such as 20th Century Fox, Southwest Airlines, and GoDaddy, providing them with a turn-key solution for their video marketing needs.
Consortia Health Holdings, LLC, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in rehabilitation services, particularly focusing on clinical continence solutions. The company offers advanced testing systems combined with the expertise of highly trained technicians to assist healthcare providers in diagnosing and treating incontinence directly within their offices. This integration of sophisticated technology and skilled personnel positions Consortia Health as a valuable partner in enhancing patient care and improving outcomes in the field of rehabilitation.
RippleNami frees users from information silos, making big data relevant, decipherable and actionable. The cloud-based, device-agnostic and cost-effective platform can be customized to control access to valuable data with specific profiles and permission levels. The only traceability and transparency solution of its kind, RippleNami helps deliver real-time information on any device, allowing users the power to easily solve problems, make critical decisions and collaborate like never before.
Cirrus Identity, Inc. specializes in digital identity management solutions tailored for universities and enterprises. The company offers a range of services, including a Gateway Service that bridges various identity protocols, allowing seamless integration of OpenID, OAuth, and SAML. Its discovery service facilitates user redirection after login attempts, while the invitation service enables enterprise users to invite external individuals to access resources using social identities. Additionally, the Account Linking service synchronizes profile attributes across different identity providers, and the identity provider proxy service streamlines integration with federated and social identity providers. Cirrus Identity serves a diverse clientele, including parents, alumni, consultants, learners, applicants, and researchers. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Oakland, California, the company counts numerous prestigious institutions among its clients, enhancing their digital identity management capabilities.
Cadenza Innovation provides patented Li-ion battery design and architecture for a license to global manufacturers. Its cell design combines the best properties from wound jelly rolls and large prismatic cells and allows for game-changing high energy density at low cost for EV, PHEV, and grid markets.
The company is driven by a mission to deploy its innovation, intellectual property, field-proven operational, and mass production expertise, along with its key technology partners to build Cadenza Innovation into a global technology leader in energy density, lowest cost, and safety.
Cadenza Innovation was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut.
ProSeeder's technology is privately labeled and easily configurable for corporations to manage and report on initiatives, acquisitions, investments, partnerships, and other corporate development activities. Its platform empowers corporations with adaptive tools for collaboration, diligence, and execution; quantifying strategic ROI of investments & partnerships that supercharge corporations' efforts to innovate iteratively.
It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Oculogica is a medical device manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of neuro-diagnostics, brain injury, TBI, concussion, and eye-tracking. The company's EyeBOX device is the only baseline-free test authorized by the FDA as an aid in the diagnosis of concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). It requires no baseline data nor individual calibration, and therefore results cannot be influenced by patient will.
Oculogica was established in 2013 and is based in New York, NY, United States.
Oculogica is a medical device manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of neuro-diagnostics, brain injury, TBI, concussion, and eye-tracking. The company's EyeBOX device is the only baseline-free test authorized by the FDA as an aid in the diagnosis of concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). It requires no baseline data nor individual calibration, and therefore results cannot be influenced by patient will.
Oculogica was established in 2013 and is based in New York, NY, United States.
Constant Therapy, Inc. is a digital therapeutics company focused on enhancing brain rehabilitation for individuals with traumatic brain injury, stroke, aphasia, and learning disabilities. Founded in 2012 and based in Newton, Massachusetts, the company offers a mobile application that utilizes adaptive technology and artificial intelligence to provide personalized therapy exercises. The application includes a wide range of tasks aimed at improving cognitive, language, and everyday skills, allowing users to engage in therapy anytime and anywhere. Constant Therapy's NeuroPerformance Engine analyzes user data to create tailored exercises that support recovery and rehabilitation. With over 140 million tasks completed by users, the platform has established the largest brain rehabilitation database, which aids in advancing therapy practices and improving outcomes for clinicians, special educators, and patients alike. As of May 31, 2017, Constant Therapy operates as a subsidiary of Digital Health Corp.
RenovoRx, Inc. is a medical device company based in Los Altos, California, focused on developing innovative solutions for the targeted delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents to specific sites in the peripheral vascular system. Founded in 2012, the company has created the RenovoCath, an endovascular catheter designed for use in the visceral and peripheral vascular systems. RenovoRx has received FDA clearance for its RenovoCath RC120 and is actively introducing this technology to the clinical market. The company aims to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients through its proprietary Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion therapy platform, which strategically targets tumors while potentially reducing the side effects associated with traditional systemic therapies. Supported by a knowledgeable Board of Directors and an Advisory Board comprising interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, and gastroenterologists, RenovoRx is committed to advancing its clinical development strategies and addressing significant unmet medical needs.
Paradigm4 Inc. develops analytics software for massive data sets. It offers an analytics platform that enables scientists, data scientists, bio-informaticians, analysts, and researchers to solve their analytical problems in industries ranging from pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare to insurance and telematics, energy research, and finance. The company also distributes scientific data management and analytics software platform of other developers. Paradigm4 Inc. was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Cognition Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage neuroscience company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on developing small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing neurodegenerative and neuro-ophthalmic disorders. Founded in 2007, the company is notable for its drug candidate CT1812, an oral brain-penetrant molecule designed to restore cellular processes disrupted by diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dry age-related macular degeneration. Cognition Therapeutics targets the toxic proteins that contribute to cognitive decline, a key factor in various degenerative diseases of the brain. The company employs proprietary assays and medicinal chemistry to create novel, high-quality drug candidates, addressing an unmet need in the treatment of these complex conditions.
Modumetal has enabled a revolutionary new class of nanolaminated materials with broad application in structural, corrosion and high temperature performance of coatings, bulk materials and parts
Modumetal is based on the interaction of different materials at their interfaces. By laminating metals, Modumetal creates a new way to influence material properties. By growing metal using low-cost electrochemical methods, Modumetal enables a whole new class of applications of these materials.
Modumetal is currently producing nanolaminated alloys for applications in construction, energy and aerospace markets.
Gummicube Inc. provides application store optimization and intelligence software and services to growth marketers and application developers. The company offers application store optimization services to increase downloads by finding audience, improve conversions, manage mobile application marketing and ASO, and provide additional resources to improve conversion; and DATACUBE application store intelligence software to manage application store optimization and mobile marketing. It also provides application review services that help application developers understand audience by their feedback and promote organic growth; and application focus group services that provide user feedback, behavior insights, marketing direction, active users, and download rates. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Donde Fashion, Inc. designs and develops a visual shopping application that allows users to search for items using visual prompts, rather than text phrases. The application allows users to search across multiple brands using filters for clothing type, color, length, pattern, price, and brand. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Palo Alto, California.
Wisegate is a practitioner-based IT research service that lets qualified senior IT professionals freely share information without the influence of analysts, vendors, media or advertisers - like a crowd-sourced version of Gartner, but no vendors allowed. Using a crowdsourcing model and advanced algorithms, Wisegate gives senior technology professionals trusted, timely and relevant access to the most authentic intelligence about IT: the collective knowledge and experience of their peers. Wisegate offers honest, pragmatic information and advice based on the real-world experiences of veteran IT professionals. No analyst theories or vendor bias; just clear and straightforward insight directly from experienced technology leaders.
Work Truck Solutions, Inc. develops marketing and lead generation tools to help commercial vehicle buyers in finding their work truck. The company offers dealer software solutions, and upfitter marketing and display tools. It serves original equipment manufacturers, body and equipment manufacturers, distributors and installers, and commercial vehicle dealers from various brands across the United States. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Chico, California with additional locations in Michigan and Texas.
Bergen Medical Products, Inc. is a company based in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, specializing in the development and manufacturing of surgical medical device products. Founded in 2014, it markets its offerings through a network of distributors and independent manufacturer representatives. The company aims to provide innovative, high-quality medical devices that enhance clinical outcomes for healthcare providers while considering cost and risk management. By leveraging its extensive experience and understanding of medical procedures, Bergen Medical Products focuses on delivering value-conscious solutions that eliminate unnecessary costs in product development and commercialization. This approach ensures that its products meet the current demands of the healthcare market while maintaining a commitment to quality and efficacy.
Playrific assets have been acquired by 18moons, inc. since January 2017. Playrific Mobile Apps are the fastest, most cost-effective way for brands to reach and engage with youth consumers. Kids love our interactive, entertaining, educational apps, and continue exploring them for weeks and months – far longer than average. Brands such as Toys “R” Us, SeaWorld Kids & Bean Sprouts & 48 others depend on us for mobile strategies and apps that extend and deepen their engagement with young brand fans. Our COPPA-compliant publishing platform provides usage-based insight that uniquely helps brands identify, understand and serve consumer preferences.
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.
Senscio Systems develops innovative health management solutions aimed at improving personal healthcare and decision-making. Based in Boxborough, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of products, including Ibis, an interactive care management system that assists patients in adhering to their daily care plans and managing chronic conditions from home. Senscio also produces Kiwi, a sensor-equipped pair of slippers that helps detect fall risks by monitoring gait and stance. Additionally, the company has created Warbler, a device that learns individual movement patterns related to daily activities. Senscio's digital therapeutics platform employs artificial intelligence to identify and address health exacerbations, facilitating real-time collaboration between care teams and patients. Its technology is also applied to develop decision support applications for government and corporate sectors. Senscio Systems was incorporated in 2009 and has a focus on enhancing healthcare delivery while supporting the U.S. government's intelligence management needs.
RenovoRx, Inc. is a medical device company based in Los Altos, California, focused on developing innovative solutions for the targeted delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents to specific sites in the peripheral vascular system. Founded in 2012, the company has created the RenovoCath, an endovascular catheter designed for use in the visceral and peripheral vascular systems. RenovoRx has received FDA clearance for its RenovoCath RC120 and is actively introducing this technology to the clinical market. The company aims to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients through its proprietary Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion therapy platform, which strategically targets tumors while potentially reducing the side effects associated with traditional systemic therapies. Supported by a knowledgeable Board of Directors and an Advisory Board comprising interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, and gastroenterologists, RenovoRx is committed to advancing its clinical development strategies and addressing significant unmet medical needs.
Lark Technologies, Inc. develops a chronic disease prevention and management platform. It offers Lark, a digital platform that provides personalized coaching to help people manage and prevent chronic diseases, such as for diabetes, prediabetes, and hypertension. The company’s application also provides user activity, sleep, and nutrition data. It serves employers and health plans. Lark Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2010 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Open Road Integrated Media is a prestige content brand delivering digital experiences that entertain and inform readers around the world. Its network of digital properties produces compelling stories that keep audiences engaged—across devices and around the world. The Open Road brands include Early Bird Books, a daily eBook deals newsletter and website; The Lineup, for fans of true crime, horror, the mysterious, and the paranormal; The Portalist, for fans of science fiction, fantasy; Murder & Mayhem, for fans of mystery and thriller; The Archive, for fans of history and non-fiction; and A Love So True, for fans of romance; and Open Road Media, a global eBook publisher whose catalog includes legendary authors such as William Styron, Alice Walker, Pat Conroy, Gloria Steinem, Octavia Butler, John Jakes, Pearl S. Buck, Walker Percy, Ruth Rendell, and Sherman Alexie.
Groupize, Inc. develops technology solutions designed to assist hotel chains and properties in managing online group requests and bookings. The company offers a customized white label site that enables planners to search for and book group accommodations while accessing real-time pricing and inventory. Its services include a lead management application, a lead distribution portal, and a planner relationship management system to streamline group lead processing. Additionally, Groupize provides an automated booking solution, a group management page for organizers, and social tools to facilitate communication and planning among group members. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Gloucester, Massachusetts, with a technology office in Boston, Groupize has formed partnerships with major hotel chains to enhance their online group revenue capabilities.
HitFix is a prominent brand catering to fans aged 18-34, offering comprehensive news and analysis in the realms of movies, music, television, and local events. The platform allows users to discover upcoming events, set reminders, and manage their entertainment schedules through a localized Event Calendar. By combining original video content with timely news, HitFix engages its audience and helps guide their entertainment choices. The company's insider journalists contribute to its reputation as a trusted source for entertainment news, making it a valuable platform for both users and advertisers. HitFix attracts significant attention from top entertainment advertisers due to its ability to reach over 51 million users monthly, commanding premium advertising rates. In addition to news and event information, the company offers various advertising solutions, including product placements and custom editorials, ensuring a robust presence across multiple digital channels.
Avaxia Biologics, Inc. operates as a biopharmaceutical company that develops oral antibody therapeutics. It offers gastrointestinal diseases, such as inflammatory bowel diseases, celiac disease, necrotizing enterocolitis, radiation syndrome, oral mucositis, and diabetes and obesity. Avaxia Biologics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with Courtagen Life Sciences, Inc. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. Avaxia Biologics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Circle33 LLC.
Wisegate is a practitioner-based IT research service that lets qualified senior IT professionals freely share information without the influence of analysts, vendors, media or advertisers - like a crowd-sourced version of Gartner, but no vendors allowed. Using a crowdsourcing model and advanced algorithms, Wisegate gives senior technology professionals trusted, timely and relevant access to the most authentic intelligence about IT: the collective knowledge and experience of their peers. Wisegate offers honest, pragmatic information and advice based on the real-world experiences of veteran IT professionals. No analyst theories or vendor bias; just clear and straightforward insight directly from experienced technology leaders.
NVISION MEDICAL Corporation operates in the healthcare sector. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Saratoga, California.
nVision is a privately-held medical device company dedicated to filling the void in women’s health innovation.
Since its founding in 2011, the company has relentlessly focused on developing devices to enable clinicians to assess the health of previously inaccessible parts of the female reproductive tract.
EcoTensil is a manufacturer of innovative disposable cutlery that provides an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic spoons. The company specializes in lightweight, space-efficient utensils made from sustainable paperboard materials. These products are designed to be both recyclable and compostable, catering to consumers seeking environmentally responsible options for their dining needs. EcoTensil's unique folding design transforms the paperboard into functional spoons, making them suitable for lunch boxes and food demonstrations. By focusing on sustainability and efficiency, EcoTensil aims to reduce plastic waste while offering a practical solution for disposable cutlery.
Trusted Hands Network is a co-op advertising network that delivers personalized recommendations of carefully pre-screened home care solutions for high-quality providers of home health care products and services. It connects the power of television and internet advertising and uses live agents to qualify every call. Each network member of Trusted Hands Network is requested to meet the highest standards of excellence and in exchange for a monthly fee, gets a flow of qualified leads that are theirs to work exclusively. It also empowers people needing in-home assistance to live longer, healthier, more independent lives through its products and solutions. Trusted Hands Network was founded in 2010 by [Karissa Price](https://www.crunchbase.com/person/karissa-price) and is based in Hacienda Heights, C.A.
Little Pim Corporation develops foreign language learning programs for kids. The company provides Spanish, French, Chinese, English, German, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, and Hebrew language learning programs. It markets and sells language learning video series, flashcard sets, books, and music products online. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in New York, New York.
RenovoRx, Inc. is a medical device company based in Los Altos, California, focused on developing innovative solutions for the targeted delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents to specific sites in the peripheral vascular system. Founded in 2012, the company has created the RenovoCath, an endovascular catheter designed for use in the visceral and peripheral vascular systems. RenovoRx has received FDA clearance for its RenovoCath RC120 and is actively introducing this technology to the clinical market. The company aims to enhance treatment outcomes for cancer patients through its proprietary Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion therapy platform, which strategically targets tumors while potentially reducing the side effects associated with traditional systemic therapies. Supported by a knowledgeable Board of Directors and an Advisory Board comprising interventional radiologists, surgical oncologists, and gastroenterologists, RenovoRx is committed to advancing its clinical development strategies and addressing significant unmet medical needs.
Rapt Media, Inc. is a Boulder, Colorado-based company that provides a cloud-based interactive video authoring platform, enabling businesses and creative professionals to produce engaging videos for various applications, including marketing, education, and training. The platform facilitates the creation of interactive, non-linear videos that allow users to interact with content in real-time, enhancing viewer engagement and learning outcomes. Rapt Media also offers a range of services, including creative solutions, branching options, link outs, and strategic guidance. The platform's user-friendly drag-and-drop interface supports the deployment of videos across multiple devices, such as browsers, tablets, and mobile phones. Originally founded as FlixMaster in 2011, the company rebranded to Rapt Media in 2013 and has since become a subsidiary of Kaltura Inc.
Avaxia Biologics, Inc. operates as a biopharmaceutical company that develops oral antibody therapeutics. It offers gastrointestinal diseases, such as inflammatory bowel diseases, celiac disease, necrotizing enterocolitis, radiation syndrome, oral mucositis, and diabetes and obesity. Avaxia Biologics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with Courtagen Life Sciences, Inc. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. Avaxia Biologics, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Circle33 LLC.
Modumetal has enabled a revolutionary new class of nanolaminated materials with broad application in structural, corrosion and high temperature performance of coatings, bulk materials and parts
Modumetal is based on the interaction of different materials at their interfaces. By laminating metals, Modumetal creates a new way to influence material properties. By growing metal using low-cost electrochemical methods, Modumetal enables a whole new class of applications of these materials.
Modumetal is currently producing nanolaminated alloys for applications in construction, energy and aerospace markets.
CourseHorse, Inc. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of finding and enrolling in a diverse range of classes. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, the platform offers opportunities in subjects such as art, cooking, health and fitness, languages, performing arts, professional development, technology, and children's education. By partnering with various class providers, CourseHorse serves as a centralized destination for individuals seeking personal enrichment and skill development. The platform enhances the learning experience by enabling users to compare options and easily enroll in courses that align with their interests and goals.
Fashion Playtes is a platform designed for girls to explore and engage with the latest trends in fashion. It offers an interactive environment where users can stay updated on fashion styles while expressing their individuality. The service includes reviews and recommendations related to fashion, allowing girls to make informed choices. Additionally, Fashion Playtes aims to provide a fun and engaging experience, encouraging users to connect with their interests in fashion. Through its offerings, the platform seeks to enhance the reach of businesses by connecting them with a targeted audience interested in fashion-related content.
DxUpClose, Inc. is young company developing a point-of-care bacterial diagnostic that will perform an antibiotic sensitivity test in sixty minutes. The product is designed to screen for specific bacteria, regardless if the sample has the targeted bacteria, it will count the bacteria that are there and perform antibiotic sensitivity tests - all within sixty minutes. At the end of the test, the product will securely send a list of effective antibiotics to the Healthcare worker’s email or smartphone, so results can be rapidly interpreted by a physician who can then either write a prescription or ePrescribe the appropriate antibiotic. This will reduce the delay in optimal patient care present today by one to three days. Their device is designed to weigh less than sixteen ounces, fit in a pocket, run on batteries and survive temperature extremes, making it easy to transport while still retaining its diagnostic reliability.
Consensus Point is provider of prediction market technology. Since its founding, Consensus Point has been a pioneer in the prediction market business. In fact, their Chief Scientist, Robin Hanson, is known as "the father of modern prediction markets." They built their reputation working with enterprise clients such as GE, Best Buy and Motorola. Their experience with these Fortune 500 companies helped us develop a proven and solid foundation for Huunu, their new research and media prediction market platform.
Today, Consensus Point partners with the consulting, media, and research industries to tap into "the wisdom of the crowd" to predict future events and market preferences. One of Huunu's clear differentiators is increased respondent engagement. Huunu is changing the way that market research is done by using gaming techniques to engage panels and communities to share insights and information.
Source4Style is an online tradeshow for materials sourcing in the fashion & design industry. Through a custom B2B ecommerce platform, designers can search, discover and source inspirational materials from suppliers around the globe. The Source4Style marketplace currently reaches designers in 76 countries and suppliers in 25 countries.
ColorModules is an early stage start-up which has created a patent-pending search technology that recommends products to consumers based on "visual" characteristics and preferences, such as color. ColorModules sets out to alleviate the common shopping frustration of searching dozens or hundreds of items to find the right product. Currently, ColorModules focuses on the visually-driven beauty, fashion, and home décor industries.
Its first website, PlumPerfect.com, is for beauty shoppers. Users can take and upload a photo, and the service recommends for them colors and products.
NovaTract Surgical, Inc. is a medical device company focused on enhancing minimally invasive surgical practices. Founded in 2010 and based in Connecticut, the company develops innovative solutions such as NovaGrasp, a single-use laparoscopic grasper for tissue and organ retraction, and NovaTract, a dynamic retractor for various minimally invasive surgeries, including colorectal, urologic, gynecologic, and robotic-assisted procedures. NovaTract Surgical aims to address the growing fields of single-incision laparoscopic surgery and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery, providing advanced tools to improve surgical outcomes for healthcare institutions and surgeons.
Consensus Point is provider of prediction market technology. Since its founding, Consensus Point has been a pioneer in the prediction market business. In fact, their Chief Scientist, Robin Hanson, is known as "the father of modern prediction markets." They built their reputation working with enterprise clients such as GE, Best Buy and Motorola. Their experience with these Fortune 500 companies helped us develop a proven and solid foundation for Huunu, their new research and media prediction market platform.
Today, Consensus Point partners with the consulting, media, and research industries to tap into "the wisdom of the crowd" to predict future events and market preferences. One of Huunu's clear differentiators is increased respondent engagement. Huunu is changing the way that market research is done by using gaming techniques to engage panels and communities to share insights and information.
Triptrotting is a venture backed travel company that matches travelers and locals based on similar interests. It is an online community and its application “Wist” helps its users feel like locals anywhere they go, whether in an unknown neighborhood in their own city or far away land.
This new application of Triptrotting uses a combination of contextual, personalized, and social data to create unique and most relevant recommendations for every user.
Triptrotting is headquartered in San Francisco, C.A. with additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and Chicago. It was founded in 2011.
Carnegie Speech Company, Inc., a speech assessment and tutoring software company, provides speech training technology to help to speak English clearly. It offers Carnegie Speech Assessment, which rate the proficiency of spoken English; Native Accent, which teach to pronounce English clearly; and YOUTH Database, a set of recordings of children reading words, phrases, and sentences in English. The company serves BPO and education markets.
Carnegie Speech Company, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The PromoJam Social Marketing Platform provides enterprise businesses a comprehensive and powerful social marketing suite to reach users everywhere - both online and offline. With PromoJam, businesses can easily launch engaging promotions that spark conversations and consumer engagement across multiple social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, LinkedIn and Foursquare at once. PromoJam is used by many of the biggest brands and artists in the world to build, launch and track social media promotions that reach new and existing customers. Customers include: NBC Universal, Office Max, Blackberry, The North Face, Clear Channel Radio, Paramount Home Entertainment, Justin Bieber, Rihanna and Pearl Jam.
Triptrotting is a venture backed travel company that matches travelers and locals based on similar interests. It is an online community and its application “Wist” helps its users feel like locals anywhere they go, whether in an unknown neighborhood in their own city or far away land.
This new application of Triptrotting uses a combination of contextual, personalized, and social data to create unique and most relevant recommendations for every user.
Triptrotting is headquartered in San Francisco, C.A. with additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., Boston, and Chicago. It was founded in 2011.
Style for Hire operates a stylist agency in the United States. It offers personal styling services, including stylist introduction, closet audit, closet shopping, personal shopping, custom appointment and package, presentation and styling party, and special project and event services. Style for Hire is based in Brooklyn, New York. It has a location in Washington, District of Columbia.
AboutOne.com is a secure and easy-to-use online family management journal that helps busy families manage what matters most: family memories and household information. AboutOne.com was designed to help manage this information in a fun and fast way.
HarQen, Inc. offers Software as a Service tools designed to enhance and streamline recruitment processes. Founded in 2007 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company provides a digital interview platform that includes features such as on-demand video and phone interviews, live video interviews, automated pre-screening, SMS candidate engagement, and language verification. Additionally, HarQen supports candidate profile creation and offers mobile applications for interviewing. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including staffing and placement, recruitment process outsourcing, healthcare, banking, insurance, education, and small businesses. Beyond recruitment, HarQen specializes in Intelligent Voice Services that capture and enrich conversations, facilitating improved collaboration and productivity. The company is also a founding member of the Hypervoice Consortium, which focuses on organizing and navigating voice conversations for enterprise social collaboration.
Bespoke Global, Inc. engages in the online retail of home furnishings. Its product categories include desks, seating products, tables, lighting products, case goods, rugs, accessories, textiles, wall coverings, and beds/bedding products. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in New York, New York.
Honestly Now, Inc. provides banking and credit information from a library of resources. It provides information about banks, including addresses, phone numbers, and hours of working; credit unions; ATM locations; routing numbers; swift BIC codes; small business banking; community and agricultural banking; and holidays and opening times to make better financial decisions. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Pound Ridge, New York.
Hive Media, a San Carlos, CA-based company that creates social media games. Led by CEO Brian Laing, Hive Media creates social media games that allow fans to extend their engagement and live their favorite hit movies, TV series or brands via Facebook, iPad and mobile devices. The company selects shows that have significant brand recognition, large ardent fan bases, and high profile marketing and ad sales programs.
Turpitude
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Turpitude provides clients, including developers, publishers and property holders, with AAA game design consulting services along with creating games as well.
HitFix is a prominent brand catering to fans aged 18-34, offering comprehensive news and analysis in the realms of movies, music, television, and local events. The platform allows users to discover upcoming events, set reminders, and manage their entertainment schedules through a localized Event Calendar. By combining original video content with timely news, HitFix engages its audience and helps guide their entertainment choices. The company's insider journalists contribute to its reputation as a trusted source for entertainment news, making it a valuable platform for both users and advertisers. HitFix attracts significant attention from top entertainment advertisers due to its ability to reach over 51 million users monthly, commanding premium advertising rates. In addition to news and event information, the company offers various advertising solutions, including product placements and custom editorials, ensuring a robust presence across multiple digital channels.
Open Road Integrated Media is a prestige content brand delivering digital experiences that entertain and inform readers around the world. Its network of digital properties produces compelling stories that keep audiences engaged—across devices and around the world. The Open Road brands include Early Bird Books, a daily eBook deals newsletter and website; The Lineup, for fans of true crime, horror, the mysterious, and the paranormal; The Portalist, for fans of science fiction, fantasy; Murder & Mayhem, for fans of mystery and thriller; The Archive, for fans of history and non-fiction; and A Love So True, for fans of romance; and Open Road Media, a global eBook publisher whose catalog includes legendary authors such as William Styron, Alice Walker, Pat Conroy, Gloria Steinem, Octavia Butler, John Jakes, Pearl S. Buck, Walker Percy, Ruth Rendell, and Sherman Alexie.
Cognition Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage neuroscience company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on developing small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing neurodegenerative and neuro-ophthalmic disorders. Founded in 2007, the company is notable for its drug candidate CT1812, an oral brain-penetrant molecule designed to restore cellular processes disrupted by diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dry age-related macular degeneration. Cognition Therapeutics targets the toxic proteins that contribute to cognitive decline, a key factor in various degenerative diseases of the brain. The company employs proprietary assays and medicinal chemistry to create novel, high-quality drug candidates, addressing an unmet need in the treatment of these complex conditions.
Hatsize Learning Corporation specializes in providing cloud-based training labs for software and IT hardware products globally. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company offers hands-on training sessions for technology and training organizations through its integrated platform. This platform enables the transition of instructor-led and self-paced IT training to the cloud, featuring solutions that cover VMware, Citrix, academic, and custom labs. Hatsize's TrueLab software allows users to access complex lab environments over the internet, while its management system ensures each lab is configured to meet individual needs. Additionally, TrueLab includes tools for instructors and marketers to monitor user interactions and a business intelligence engine that tracks lab usage, providing valuable insights into partner experience and performance metrics.
Fashion Playtes is a platform designed for girls to explore and engage with the latest trends in fashion. It offers an interactive environment where users can stay updated on fashion styles while expressing their individuality. The service includes reviews and recommendations related to fashion, allowing girls to make informed choices. Additionally, Fashion Playtes aims to provide a fun and engaging experience, encouraging users to connect with their interests in fashion. Through its offerings, the platform seeks to enhance the reach of businesses by connecting them with a targeted audience interested in fashion-related content.
Saladax Biomedical, Inc. specializes in developing and commercializing diagnostic blood tests aimed at enhancing personalized medicine in psychiatry and oncology. The company offers a range of tests under the MyCare brand, which includes MyCare Psychiatry for determining appropriate antipsychotic dosages, MyCare Oncology for optimizing chemotherapy exposure, and MyCare Neurology for assessing the impact of neurological medications. Notable products include My5-FU, MyPaclitaxel, MyDocetaxel, and MyImatinib, which assist healthcare professionals in managing treatments for various cancers and conditions. Saladax Biomedical markets its products through distributors in regions such as Asia Pacific, the European Union, the Middle East, and North Africa, as well as through direct sales in select areas. Founded in 2004 and based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the company has been providing innovative diagnostic solutions for over 15 years.
HarQen, Inc. offers Software as a Service tools designed to enhance and streamline recruitment processes. Founded in 2007 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company provides a digital interview platform that includes features such as on-demand video and phone interviews, live video interviews, automated pre-screening, SMS candidate engagement, and language verification. Additionally, HarQen supports candidate profile creation and offers mobile applications for interviewing. Its solutions cater to various sectors, including staffing and placement, recruitment process outsourcing, healthcare, banking, insurance, education, and small businesses. Beyond recruitment, HarQen specializes in Intelligent Voice Services that capture and enrich conversations, facilitating improved collaboration and productivity. The company is also a founding member of the Hypervoice Consortium, which focuses on organizing and navigating voice conversations for enterprise social collaboration.
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.