SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Audrey Chen

Investor Relations Manager

Daniel Eichner

Partner

Sheng Ge

Partner

Benjamin Joffe

Partner

Kelly Kirkpatrick

Director of Investor Relations

Vivian Law

Senior Associate

Steve McCann

Chief Financial Officer & General Partner

Sean O'Sullivan

Founder & Managing General Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Qiyu Wu

Operations Director

Past deals in Illinois

Amper Technologies

Series A in 2022
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Jointechlabs, Inc.

Pre Seed Round in 2021
JointechLabs, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing access to cell-based therapies for healthcare providers and patients. Founded in 2012 and based in Mount Prospect, Illinois, it specializes in the Mini-Stem System, a closed, disposable kit designed for the processing of human tissue and extraction of stromal vascular cell fractions. The company also works on 3D cell encapsulation of adipose-derived stromal cells (ADSC), aiming to improve the effectiveness of cell therapies. JointechLabs is committed to providing cost-effective, immediate, and on-site access to high-quality optimized ADSC, thereby simplifying the delivery of advanced medical treatments.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2021
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

BiomeSense

Convertible Note in 2021
BiomeSense is revolutionizing human microbiome research by developing novel technologies to enable investigators to collect, store, and analyze the daily microbiome profiles of clinical trial participants in a low-cost, scalable way. By enabling daily profiling, the platform allows investigators the unprecedented ability to tie microbiome changes directly to clinical outcomes in real time, dramatically increasing the research discovery potential.

Earnest Agriculture

Pre Seed Round in 2021
At Earnest Earth, we partner with farmers to turn their agricultural waste into proprietary engineered fertilizer that increases crop yields. By managing waste, we save farmers time, space, and help them generate additional income while making a greener and cleaner world. Our patent-pending bioreactors (agricultural waste converters) use composting (heat: kill pathogens), vermicomposting (earthworms: remove heavy metals, infuse microbes), microbes (microorganisms), and machine learning to engineer biofertilizers that increase crop yields (promoting drought resistance, pathogen suppression, and improving soil quality).

Bartesian

Series A in 2021
Bartesian Inc. manufactures a cocktail machine that makes cocktails from capsules in home. It offers Bartesian, a robotic bartender that uses pre-mixed ingredient cups with different alcoholic choices to get a homemade martini or cosmo at the press of a button. The company was formerly known as MaxMixology Inc. and changed its name to Bartesian Inc. in January 2015. Bartesian Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Mesh++

Convertible Note in 2020
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

BiomeSense

Convertible Note in 2020
BiomeSense is revolutionizing human microbiome research by developing novel technologies to enable investigators to collect, store, and analyze the daily microbiome profiles of clinical trial participants in a low-cost, scalable way. By enabling daily profiling, the platform allows investigators the unprecedented ability to tie microbiome changes directly to clinical outcomes in real time, dramatically increasing the research discovery potential.

rocketship.vc

Convertible Note in 2020
rocketship.vc is an early-stage venture capital fund investing in companies using models built through data science. Their proprietary Escape Velocity algorithm identifies companies with a Sustainable Growth Engine at their core. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Los Altos, California, United States.

Amber Agriculture

Seed Round in 2020
Amber Agriculture, Inc. develops Internet of things-based sensor and analytics solutions to automate farmer’s grain storage monitoring and management. Its technology is used to manage, protect, and market grain. Amber Agriculture, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Amper Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

BiomeSense

Seed Round in 2019
BiomeSense is revolutionizing human microbiome research by developing novel technologies to enable investigators to collect, store, and analyze the daily microbiome profiles of clinical trial participants in a low-cost, scalable way. By enabling daily profiling, the platform allows investigators the unprecedented ability to tie microbiome changes directly to clinical outcomes in real time, dramatically increasing the research discovery potential.

Bold Diagnostics

Convertible Note in 2019
Medical device startup developing a diagnostic platform for blood pressure monitoring utilizing a novel parameter

Kojo

Seed Round in 2019
Mindwell Snacks LLC produces plant based vegan jerky. The company also provides vegan recipes. Mindwell Snacks LLC was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Amber Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2019
Amber Agriculture, Inc. develops Internet of things-based sensor and analytics solutions to automate farmer’s grain storage monitoring and management. Its technology is used to manage, protect, and market grain. Amber Agriculture, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Petronics

Convertible Note in 2019
Petronics develops and offers robotic pets for cats. It offers Mousr, a robotic toy that includes 360-degree vision, environmental sensing, and Bluetooth features. Petronics was founded in 2014 and is based in Champaign, Illinois, United States.

BiomeSense

Seed Round in 2019
BiomeSense is revolutionizing human microbiome research by developing novel technologies to enable investigators to collect, store, and analyze the daily microbiome profiles of clinical trial participants in a low-cost, scalable way. By enabling daily profiling, the platform allows investigators the unprecedented ability to tie microbiome changes directly to clinical outcomes in real time, dramatically increasing the research discovery potential.

Bartesian

Convertible Note in 2018
Bartesian Inc. manufactures a cocktail machine that makes cocktails from capsules in home. It offers Bartesian, a robotic bartender that uses pre-mixed ingredient cups with different alcoholic choices to get a homemade martini or cosmo at the press of a button. The company was formerly known as MaxMixology Inc. and changed its name to Bartesian Inc. in January 2015. Bartesian Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2018
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

NewPath Probiotics

Seed Round in 2018
NewPath Probiotics manufactures probiotic medicine for the treatment of sinus. The company’s product New Path Probiotics Sinus Rinse provides relief from sinus related issues and sinus microbes. NewPath Probiotics was founded in 2018 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Bold Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2018
Medical device startup developing a diagnostic platform for blood pressure monitoring utilizing a novel parameter

Amper Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Amber Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2017
Amber Agriculture, Inc. develops Internet of things-based sensor and analytics solutions to automate farmer’s grain storage monitoring and management. Its technology is used to manage, protect, and market grain. Amber Agriculture, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Bartesian

Seed Round in 2017
Bartesian Inc. manufactures a cocktail machine that makes cocktails from capsules in home. It offers Bartesian, a robotic bartender that uses pre-mixed ingredient cups with different alcoholic choices to get a homemade martini or cosmo at the press of a button. The company was formerly known as MaxMixology Inc. and changed its name to Bartesian Inc. in January 2015. Bartesian Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Mesh++

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

Amper Technologies

Convertible Note in 2017
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Petronics

Seed Round in 2017
Petronics develops and offers robotic pets for cats. It offers Mousr, a robotic toy that includes 360-degree vision, environmental sensing, and Bluetooth features. Petronics was founded in 2014 and is based in Champaign, Illinois, United States.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

Amper Technologies

Convertible Note in 2016
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Amber Agriculture

Convertible Note in 2016
Amber Agriculture, Inc. develops Internet of things-based sensor and analytics solutions to automate farmer’s grain storage monitoring and management. Its technology is used to manage, protect, and market grain. Amber Agriculture, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

Amper Technologies

Seed Round in 2016
Amper Technologies, Inc. develops and operates a clip-on device that helps factory owners and managers to analyze power consumption of their machines, predict downtime, and deploy predictive maintenance. It offers hardware and software to improve productivity and OEE. The company offers a solution from the hardware to the software, including non-invasive sensors, Internet-connected gateway, and web dashboards, as well as online dashboard to configure and see alerts, real-time status, key metrics, and rich reports. Its technologies also provides plant managers in factories to increase machine and labor productivity by having retrofit sensor that monitors across machine types. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Amber Agriculture

Seed Round in 2016
Amber Agriculture, Inc. develops Internet of things-based sensor and analytics solutions to automate farmer’s grain storage monitoring and management. Its technology is used to manage, protect, and market grain. Amber Agriculture, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Neo Network Development

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Network Development Inc. was founded in March of 2013 in response to the exponential growth and market demand for vertical infrastructure, professional deployment consulting, turn key and wireless network development services. Neo has a strong focus on small cell, DAS and Heterogeneous network architectures. Neo specializes in the acquisition and management of municipal and privately owned real estate property for telecommunication and wireless carrier use. In concert with the vertical infrastructure solutions, Neo offers a full suite of professional consulting, project and program management, network design, engineering, development, construction and integration services.

Everpurse

Convertible Note in 2015
Everpurse, Inc. designs and sells innovative SmartPocket bags that provide wireless charging for iPhones, allowing users to keep their devices powered while on the go. Each bag features a specially designed charging pocket that aligns with an Apple lightning connector, making it easy for customers to charge their phones simply by placing them inside the pocket. The bags come equipped with a high-power USB adapter for global compatibility, enabling users to charge the bag itself as needed. Everpurse products are available for purchase online, and the company aims to simplify the charging process, ensuring that users can stay connected throughout their day. Established in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Everpurse has positioned itself as a solution for those who rely on their smartphones but struggle with battery life.

Bartesian

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Bartesian Inc. manufactures a cocktail machine that makes cocktails from capsules in home. It offers Bartesian, a robotic bartender that uses pre-mixed ingredient cups with different alcoholic choices to get a homemade martini or cosmo at the press of a button. The company was formerly known as MaxMixology Inc. and changed its name to Bartesian Inc. in January 2015. Bartesian Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Petronics

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Petronics develops and offers robotic pets for cats. It offers Mousr, a robotic toy that includes 360-degree vision, environmental sensing, and Bluetooth features. Petronics was founded in 2014 and is based in Champaign, Illinois, United States.

Everpurse

Seed Round in 2014
Everpurse, Inc. designs and sells innovative SmartPocket bags that provide wireless charging for iPhones, allowing users to keep their devices powered while on the go. Each bag features a specially designed charging pocket that aligns with an Apple lightning connector, making it easy for customers to charge their phones simply by placing them inside the pocket. The bags come equipped with a high-power USB adapter for global compatibility, enabling users to charge the bag itself as needed. Everpurse products are available for purchase online, and the company aims to simplify the charging process, ensuring that users can stay connected throughout their day. Established in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Everpurse has positioned itself as a solution for those who rely on their smartphones but struggle with battery life.

Everpurse

Seed Round in 2013
Everpurse, Inc. designs and sells innovative SmartPocket bags that provide wireless charging for iPhones, allowing users to keep their devices powered while on the go. Each bag features a specially designed charging pocket that aligns with an Apple lightning connector, making it easy for customers to charge their phones simply by placing them inside the pocket. The bags come equipped with a high-power USB adapter for global compatibility, enabling users to charge the bag itself as needed. Everpurse products are available for purchase online, and the company aims to simplify the charging process, ensuring that users can stay connected throughout their day. Established in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Everpurse has positioned itself as a solution for those who rely on their smartphones but struggle with battery life.