Bulldog Innovation Group
Bulldog Innovation Group, founded in 2014 by Yale alumni, is a Connecticut-based venture capital firm that focuses on seed-stage investments in high-potential ventures primarily led by Yale graduates. The firm specializes in sectors such as consumer goods, healthcare, business services, and technology. By providing experienced mentoring and leveraging a robust network of Yale College and Yale School of Management alumni, Bulldog Innovation Group supports entrepreneurs in their early stages of development. The firm aims to create significant opportunities for both entrepreneurs and investors, fostering a sense of community among its members while remaining independent from Yale University.
Trinity Mobile Networks, Inc. specializes in developing a multi-network overlay software-defined networking (SDN) platform tailored for smartphones and other mobile devices that require efficient connectivity. The company's flagship product, TrinitySDN, integrates cellular, Wi-Fi, and mesh connections, enabling network operators to manage diverse connections effectively. This platform enhances user experience by providing features such as unified network monitoring, software-defined multipath transmissions, seamless network handoffs, and real-time diagnostics. Additionally, Trinity Mobile Networks focuses on improving data speed and overall bandwidth through innovative wireless mesh networking technologies, which allow for affordable connectivity and reduce reliance on costly cellular services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, the company aims to deliver enhanced performance and coverage for mobile networks while ensuring secure and efficient data transmission.
Wellinks, Inc. offers wearable devices for orthotics and prosthetics. It develops a smart strap that allows doctors, parents, and children to check how long and how tight the brace is being worn for preventing scoliosis surgeries. Wellinks, Inc. was formerly known as 109 Design LLC. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut. As per the transaction announced on January 15, 2020, Wellinks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Convexity Scientific Inc.
Ancera, Inc., based in Branford, Connecticut, develops and manufactures advanced pathogen detection equipment aimed at enhancing the safety and quality of food production. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on creating rapid and cost-effective diagnostic solutions. Its flagship product, the PIPER platform, allows for near real-time detection and quantification of microbial threats throughout the food supply chain, from farm to consumer. This innovative device enables cell sorting, concentration, manipulation, and detection of significant samples in under ten minutes, all without the need for sample preparation or handling. With high sensitivity and specificity, Ancera’s technology provides an integrated solution for label-free sorting, microscopy, enumeration, and recovery of cells from complex food sources. By monitoring microbial data, Ancera aims to deliver meaningful operational insights and enhance food security for the food industry.
Eli Nutrition, Inc. develops antacid products. It offers Tummyzen, an antacid pill that offers heartburn relief. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut.