Log 9 Materials
Series A in 2021
Log9 Materials Scientific Private Limited, established in 2015 and based in Deoband, India, focuses on graphene research and development. The company has made significant strides in commercializing graphene nanotechnology, highlighted by its innovative product, Smoke-safe, a graphene-based cigarette filter that reportedly reduces cancer risk by 90%. In addition to this product, Log9 offers various forms of graphene, including CVD graphene and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), along with their derivatives. The company is also engaged in developing graphene nanotechnology battery cells aimed at enhancing sustainable mobility and energy storage solutions. These battery cells are designed for rapid charging in electric vehicles, long-lasting stationary storage, and grid-scale energy storage, contributing to cost savings and environmental benefits for clients.
Onramp Invest
Seed Round in 2021
Onramp Invest is a technology company focused on integrating traditional and digital asset financial infrastructures to facilitate investment and portfolio management. It provides a platform designed specifically for registered investment advisors, offering tools for education, access, and management of cryptocurrency investments. The platform features diversified model portfolios, qualified custodians, and automated portfolio rebalancing, enabling financial professionals to efficiently manage multi-asset portfolios in real time. Onramp Invest aims to simplify the investment process while offering a comprehensive suite of features to support the growing interest in emerging digital assets, ultimately striving to eliminate barriers to economic opportunity.
ALT TEX
Pre Seed Round in 2021
ALT TEX is a biotechnology company that specializes in producing carbon-neutral fabric from post-industrial waste, particularly food waste. By transforming landfill-destined food waste into bio-plastic fibers, the company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to traditional polyester textiles. This innovative approach not only addresses the environmental impact of synthetic textiles but also contributes to waste reduction by repurposing materials that would otherwise contribute to landfills. ALT TEX's products are designed to meet the needs of the fashion industry, offering decomposable bioplastics that align with growing sustainability demands.
Genies, Inc. is a company specializing in avatar technology, enabling users to create personalized digital avatars for social media and messaging applications. By offering tools for designing avatars, avatar wearable fashion, and interactive experiences, Genies allows individuals to express their thoughts and feelings in a unique digital format. The company has gained significant traction among cultural influencers and has partnered with major music labels, serving as the official avatar provider for their artists. Genies has also launched consumer offerings, including an AR Developer Kit that facilitates the creation of interoperable avatar experiences in augmented reality. Their initial product, Silver Studio, allows users to design and trade digital fashion items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Venice, California, Genies has successfully raised substantial investment, positioning itself as a leader in the avatar space and driving engagement for brands through the sale of exclusive digital goods.
Repurpose
Series A in 2020
Repurpose, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing disposable and compostable tableware made from plants, offering products such as plates, cups, bowls, utensils, spoons, and forks. Repurpose emphasizes sustainability by providing plant-based alternatives to conventional plasticware, aiming to reduce environmental impact. Its product line caters to consumers and businesses alike, with items available for purchase online and through grocery and retail stores across the United States. The company is committed to innovation, with plans to expand its offerings to include additional compostable products like trash bags and sandwich bags, contributing to a cleaner and healthier world.
Playbook operates a leading platform within the creator economy, specifically designed for talent in the fitness and athletic industry. The company offers mobile SaaS tools and services that empower creators to monetize their iPhone training content through subscriptions, transforming their expertise into a sustainable revenue stream.
TOOLBX Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in designing and developing applications tailored for builders, contractors, and renovators. Founded in 2016, the company has created a platform that streamlines the procurement of construction materials, allowing users to efficiently order products from suppliers. The app features options for order placement, delivery, and unloading, ensuring that materials are available when needed. Additionally, TOOLBX offers job site and crew management services, enhancing productivity and efficiency in the construction process. The platform's extensive catalog and customized ordering capabilities enable clients to manage multiple job sites effectively, facilitating convenient deliveries and itemized billing.
MilkRun
Pre Seed Round in 2020
MilkRun, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates direct grocery purchases from farmers and producers, allowing consumers to buy a variety of products including bakery items, meat, seafood, and beverages. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Canby, Oregon, the company serves as a retail channel for small and mid-sized producers, enabling them to connect directly with their customers. Through its end-to-end solution, MilkRun enhances the distribution and fulfillment of locally sourced goods, significantly improving efficiency for producers by utilizing a pre-industrial distribution model tailored for local food systems.
BlackCart
Seed Round in 2020
BlackCart is a Toronto-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a shopping application for e-commerce merchants. The platform allows consumers to select clothing from various stores and have these items shipped to their homes for a try-before-you-buy experience. Utilizing proprietary artificial intelligence technology, BlackCart's solution enables merchants to offer a risk-free shopping alternative that mimics the in-store experience, instilling confidence in customers. By eliminating the need for upfront payment, the company aims to enhance sales for businesses while providing a convenient and flexible shopping option for consumers.
Custodia
Angel Round in 2020
Custodia Bank is a crypto-asset banking company that provides regulated services for digital assets. The institution serves as a compliant bridge to the US dollar payments system and acts as a custodian for digital assets, adhering to stringent institutional custody standards. By offering these banking services tailored to the digital assets industry, Custodia aims to facilitate secure and compliant transactions for its customers.
Artory
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Artory is a company that specializes in the tokenization and secure registration of physical artworks and collectibles, preparing them for integration into digital financial markets. Founded in 2016 by Nanne Dekking, Artory leverages its extensive experience in the art industry and a vast network of partners to enhance liquidity and investment opportunities for trusted physical assets. The company has developed a blockchain registry that verifies and records essential information about artworks, enabling users to tokenize these assets for safe trading in both traditional and digital markets. Artory's database, containing over 44 million transaction records from global auction houses, serves as a critical resource for asset valuation and insights in the art market. The company made history in 2018 by partnering with Christie’s to record artwork transactions on the blockchain, and since its public launch in 2019, it has verified and tokenized over $1.5 billion worth of art and collectibles. Through its innovative platform, Artory aims to instill confidence in buyers and collectors by providing them with accurate and secure information about their transactions.