Fontinalis Partners, LLC, established in 2009, is a private equity and venture capital firm headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with an additional office in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is stage-agnostic, investing in technology companies across various stages, from seed to pre-IPO, with a focus on next-generation mobility, transportation, software and services, and communications equipment sectors. Within mobility, Fontinalis concentrates on areas such as connected vehicles, data and analytics, intelligent infrastructure solutions, location-based services, mobility transactions, new mobility models, and smart logistics. The firm also invests in consumer and enterprise technology, including SaaS, big data, mobile, and cloud-based solutions. Fontinalis typically invests between $3 million to $10 million, with an average investment of $5 million to $8 million over a company's lifecycle. The firm prefers to take a board seat and is not affiliated with Ford Motor Company.
Hgen specializes in producing affordable green hydrogen, targeting significant reductions in carbon emissions across various industries. The company develops modular electrolyzers that facilitate the generation of green hydrogen from renewable energy sources. This technology is particularly aimed at decarbonizing challenging sectors, such as steel and ammonia production, which are traditionally difficult to address in terms of emissions. By providing accessible green hydrogen solutions, Hgen supports industries in their efforts toward deep decarbonization, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Vecna Robotics
Series C in 2024
Vecna Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing autonomous mobile robots aimed at enhancing logistics and material handling. Founded in 2018 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions, including automated material handling, hybrid fulfillment, and workflow optimization. Its flagship product, Pivot.al, is an AI-based orchestration engine that continuously analyzes operational states to optimize team performance. Additionally, Vecna Robotics provides Beacon, a solution that combines software updates, data analytics, and remote operations to enhance the functionality of its robots. By focusing on workflows rather than solely on robotic technology, Vecna Robotics ensures that all components of its systems work in harmony, allowing clients to adapt their processes efficiently to meet changing market demands.
Swift Solar
Series A in 2024
Swift Solar Inc. is a company that designs and manufactures lightweight solar panels and systems, focusing on advanced solar technology. Established in 2017 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, with an additional site in Golden, Colorado, Swift Solar specializes in perovskite solar cells, which are engineered to be more efficient and cost-effective than conventional solar panels. The company’s innovative approach involves creating ultra-thin perovskite films that absorb various parts of the solar spectrum, resulting in high-efficiency tandem solar cells. These cells not only enhance solar conversion efficiency but also provide significant weight advantages, making them suitable for applications in aerospace, automotive, and building sectors. Swift Solar emphasizes domestic manufacturing and utilizes abundant raw materials to ensure scalability in its operations.
Condoit
Seed Round in 2024
Condoit is an electrical engineering software platform that serves electrical contractors, engineers, and facility managers by offering advanced design, analysis, and collaboration tools. The platform aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of professionals who install electric vehicle chargers and solar arrays. By streamlining processes, Condoit reduces the time and potential human errors associated with circuit analysis, particularly in short circuit and arc flash evaluations. Additionally, the software enables users to predict system failures before they occur, allowing engineers and facility owners to manage short circuits effectively and affordably.
Carputty
Venture Round in 2024
Carputty is a consumer automotive startup that specializes in providing straightforward car loan services. Founded in 2020 by Patrick Bayliss and Joshua Tatum, the company offers a flexible line of auto credit designed to simplify the financing process for customers. Utilizing a proprietary predictive valuation tool, Carputty helps clients understand the optimal times to buy and sell their vehicles, encouraging them to view their cars as valuable assets. This transparent and user-friendly approach allows customers to access auto loans with ease, whether for refinancing, purchasing, or leasing vehicles.
Fused
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Fused is a framework designed to facilitate interoperability between geospatial datasets and contemporary data stack tools. It gathers data from satellites that are stored in repositories and processes it through the platform to make it usable.
Mitra Chem
Series B in 2023
Mitra Chem is a manufacturer of lithium-ion battery materials focused on innovating iron-based cathode materials to support electrification in transportation and energy storage. The company aims to transform cathodes from specialty chemicals into a versatile platform technology that enhances cell performance based on specific applications. By integrating research and development with manufacturing, Mitra Chem supplies battery materials to original equipment manufacturers and battery cell producers, converting these materials into advanced products. Additionally, the company is committed to industrializing its cathodes in facilities that comply with the Inflation Reduction Act, facilitating the mass-market adoption of its technologies.
Verity
Series B in 2023
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
ChipFlow
Pre Seed Round in 2023
ChipFlow is an open-source semiconductor chip design platform that assists product companies in creating integrated circuits (ICs). The platform leverages artificial intelligence to automate the IC layout process, streamlining the path from design to manufacturing. It is specifically optimized for low-volume production, allowing designers to conveniently order their chips and conduct testing directly on their laptops. ChipFlow aims to simplify the chip development process, making it more accessible for engineers and businesses in need of custom semiconductor solutions.
Carputty
Series A in 2022
Carputty is a consumer automotive startup that specializes in providing straightforward car loan services. Founded in 2020 by Patrick Bayliss and Joshua Tatum, the company offers a flexible line of auto credit designed to simplify the financing process for customers. Utilizing a proprietary predictive valuation tool, Carputty helps clients understand the optimal times to buy and sell their vehicles, encouraging them to view their cars as valuable assets. This transparent and user-friendly approach allows customers to access auto loans with ease, whether for refinancing, purchasing, or leasing vehicles.
Hgen
Seed Round in 2022
Hgen specializes in producing affordable green hydrogen, targeting significant reductions in carbon emissions across various industries. The company develops modular electrolyzers that facilitate the generation of green hydrogen from renewable energy sources. This technology is particularly aimed at decarbonizing challenging sectors, such as steel and ammonia production, which are traditionally difficult to address in terms of emissions. By providing accessible green hydrogen solutions, Hgen supports industries in their efforts toward deep decarbonization, contributing to a more sustainable future.
VulcanForms
Series C in 2022
VulcanForms Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Burlington, Massachusetts, specializes in metal additive manufacturing systems for 3D printing. The company develops a digital production system that incorporates proprietary simulation tools, in-process sensing, and machine learning algorithms to optimize and monitor the entire production process. This advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure aims to support critical industries in their innovation efforts while promoting sustainable practices. By enabling scalable industrial metal additive manufacturing, VulcanForms contributes to the growth and efficiency of various sectors.
Chain.io
Series A in 2022
Chain.io is a logistics integration platform that offers a cloud-based solution for digital forwarders, shippers, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers in the supply chain sector. The platform simplifies the integration process by enabling users to create configurable connections for various operations such as purchase orders, bookings, advanced shipment notices, and invoices through an intuitive point-and-click interface. By utilizing advanced technologies like data graphs and artificial intelligence, Chain.io streamlines the digital experience in logistics, connecting partners efficiently and ensuring that the right data is delivered to the right stakeholders at the right time. With its focus on logistics expertise, the platform integrates seamlessly into existing ecosystems, reducing complexity and enhancing operational efficiency across the supply chain.
CelLink
Series D in 2022
CelLink Corporation is an innovative company focused on developing flexible conductive backplanes and circuits for power electronics, including applications in batteries, solar panels, light-emitting diodes, and wire harnessing. Founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, CelLink manufactures high-conductance, large-area flexible circuits designed to facilitate clean power transmission. Their products integrate essential components such as busing, fusing, and voltage and temperature monitoring into a single circuit, providing customers with efficient solutions for power and data transmission at competitive prices. By offering advanced technology in a growing market, CelLink aims to support the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Vecna Robotics
Series C in 2022
Vecna Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing autonomous mobile robots aimed at enhancing logistics and material handling. Founded in 2018 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions, including automated material handling, hybrid fulfillment, and workflow optimization. Its flagship product, Pivot.al, is an AI-based orchestration engine that continuously analyzes operational states to optimize team performance. Additionally, Vecna Robotics provides Beacon, a solution that combines software updates, data analytics, and remote operations to enhance the functionality of its robots. By focusing on workflows rather than solely on robotic technology, Vecna Robotics ensures that all components of its systems work in harmony, allowing clients to adapt their processes efficiently to meet changing market demands.
Sibros
Series B in 2022
Sibros specializes in software-defined vehicle technology through its Deep Connected Platform™, which integrates real-time data collection, software configuration management, remote updates, and diagnostic commands. This platform adheres to essential automotive safety, security, and data privacy standards, making it adaptable for various vehicle architectures, including legacy gas and diesel models, next-generation battery electric vehicles, fuel cells, motorcycles, buses, commercial trucks, and heavy machinery. The company's innovative technology, developed in Silicon Valley, allows original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to enhance customer experiences, achieve cost efficiencies, and explore new revenue models throughout the mobility product life cycle. Sibros' solutions enable automakers to manage their vehicle software inventory, configurations, and updates while providing insights through extensive vehicle analytics and remote command capabilities.
Veho
Series A in 2021
Veho is an end-to-end parcel delivery carrier specializing in e-commerce logistics. The company focuses on providing personalized next-day package delivery services, which are designed to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. By utilizing live customer communication and strategically located warehouses, Veho effectively matches delivery demand with its network of last-mile driver-partners. This approach not only reduces shipping costs for businesses but also offers full visibility into the shipment process, ensuring a seamless delivery experience.
Karamba Security
Series B in 2021
Karamba Security Ltd. specializes in developing cybersecurity software tailored for connected vehicles and other IoT systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, the company focuses on securing the electronic control units (ECUs) within vehicles, offering solutions that detect and prevent cyberattacks. Its technology safeguards the critical components of a vehicle, including telematics, infotainment, and on-board diagnostics, ensuring that only valid code operates on the controllers and protecting against unauthorized access to the Controller Area Network (CAN Bus). Karamba's patented solutions are designed to be embedded within devices, operating autonomously with minimal performance impact. The company serves automotive manufacturers and Tier-1 system providers, helping them comply with global cybersecurity regulations while maintaining efficient R&D and production processes.
Coros
Seed Round in 2021
Coros is a technology company that focuses on enhancing logistics through advanced systems. By integrating advanced optics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, Coros aims to improve the efficiency and speed of supply chains. Its innovative solutions provide real-time visibility and actionable insights, allowing businesses to optimize the movement of goods at every stage of the logistics process.
FreightWaves
Private Equity Round in 2021
FreightWaves is a data and content forum dedicated to delivering near-time analytics for the freight market. The company provides a central platform that aggregates billions of data points from various sources, offering insights into multiple modes of freight, including truck, rail, ocean, air, and warehouse. Its primary product, SONAR, is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics tool that enables users to access time-series and geo-based data, facilitating informed decision-making based on real-time market signals. Founded with the aim of enhancing transparency and risk management in the freight sector, FreightWaves assists market participants in taking actionable steps to navigate price volatility and optimize their operations. By serving as a comprehensive resource for aggregated data across North American freight markets, FreightWaves plays a critical role in shaping the logistics and transportation landscape.
Ouster
Post in 2021
Ouster, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the development of high-resolution digital lidar sensors and software products. Founded in 2015, Ouster's innovative approach integrates an all-semiconductor design to enhance 3D sensing capabilities, making it applicable across various industries, including autonomous vehicles, robotics, industrial automation, mapping, and smart infrastructure. The company's product offerings consist of multi-beam lidar sensors suitable for long, mid, and short-range applications, which are distributed globally. Ouster targets a wide range of markets, leveraging its technology to support advancements in smart cities, defense, and virtual reality/augmented reality. With a strong presence in the Americas, as well as operational reach in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Ouster is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for lidar solutions across diverse sectors.
Highland Electric Transportation
Private Equity Round in 2021
Highland Electric Transportation is a comprehensive turnkey solutions provider that delivers electric school buses (EVSB) to school districts and third-party managed fleet providers (3PMs).
Unfolded
Seed Round in 2021
Unfolded is a developer of a geospatial analytics platform that helps perform data unification, enrichment, and visualization. Their platform combines, aggregates and correlates datasets by using GPU-based browser visualization combined with a backend for massive geospatial processing, enabling organizations to combine, aggregate and correlate datasets with different boundaries.
AMP
Seed Round in 2021
AMP operates as an energy management solutions provider for e-mobility. Its technology underpins offerings from e-mobility pioneers and those on the verge of disrupting the market.
LOOP
Seed Round in 2021
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Verity
Convertible Note in 2020
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
Gatik
Series A in 2020
Gatik is a startup focused on developing autonomous technology for light and medium-duty trucks aimed at business-to-business short-haul logistics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in artificial intelligence and automotive solutions tailored for the logistics sector. Gatik's software is designed for SAE Level 4 autonomous commercial vehicles, including trucks and vans in Classes 3 to 7. This technology facilitates middle-mile logistics, allowing customers to efficiently manage scheduled deliveries and optimize their supply chain operations.
Humatics
Series B in 2020
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.
Ouster
Series B in 2020
Ouster, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the development of high-resolution digital lidar sensors and software products. Founded in 2015, Ouster's innovative approach integrates an all-semiconductor design to enhance 3D sensing capabilities, making it applicable across various industries, including autonomous vehicles, robotics, industrial automation, mapping, and smart infrastructure. The company's product offerings consist of multi-beam lidar sensors suitable for long, mid, and short-range applications, which are distributed globally. Ouster targets a wide range of markets, leveraging its technology to support advancements in smart cities, defense, and virtual reality/augmented reality. With a strong presence in the Americas, as well as operational reach in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Ouster is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for lidar solutions across diverse sectors.
VulcanForms
Series B in 2020
VulcanForms Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Burlington, Massachusetts, specializes in metal additive manufacturing systems for 3D printing. The company develops a digital production system that incorporates proprietary simulation tools, in-process sensing, and machine learning algorithms to optimize and monitor the entire production process. This advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure aims to support critical industries in their innovation efforts while promoting sustainable practices. By enabling scalable industrial metal additive manufacturing, VulcanForms contributes to the growth and efficiency of various sectors.
Helm.ai
Seed Round in 2020
Helm.ai Inc. specializes in designing and developing artificial intelligence software solutions for autonomous navigation across various platforms, including self-driving cars, drones, and consumer robots. Established in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company focuses on next-generation AI applications for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and fully autonomous driving. Helm.ai's technology employs an unsupervised learning approach, allowing for the training of neural networks without relying on extensive fleet data, simulation, or manual annotation. This innovative method aims to enhance the safety and scalability of autonomous technologies, and the company collaborates with global automakers on projects that are set for production. Helm.ai's offerings include full-stack real-time AI solutions, deep neural networks for both highway and urban driving, and development tools powered by its proprietary Deep Teaching™ technology.
Denim
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Denim is a freight payment system specifically designed for freight brokers, focusing on the management of working capital, carrier payments, and back-office processes. The platform offers a suite of services, including factoring, automated invoicing, collections, and payments, aimed at simplifying operations for small freight brokers. By enhancing access to critical working capital, Denim enables these brokers to thrive in a competitive market, allowing them to concentrate on their core business activities while streamlining their financial processes.
Vecna Robotics
Series B in 2020
Vecna Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing and marketing autonomous mobile robots aimed at enhancing logistics and material handling. Founded in 2018 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions, including automated material handling, hybrid fulfillment, and workflow optimization. Its flagship product, Pivot.al, is an AI-based orchestration engine that continuously analyzes operational states to optimize team performance. Additionally, Vecna Robotics provides Beacon, a solution that combines software updates, data analytics, and remote operations to enhance the functionality of its robots. By focusing on workflows rather than solely on robotic technology, Vecna Robotics ensures that all components of its systems work in harmony, allowing clients to adapt their processes efficiently to meet changing market demands.
CelLink
Series B in 2019
CelLink Corporation is an innovative company focused on developing flexible conductive backplanes and circuits for power electronics, including applications in batteries, solar panels, light-emitting diodes, and wire harnessing. Founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, CelLink manufactures high-conductance, large-area flexible circuits designed to facilitate clean power transmission. Their products integrate essential components such as busing, fusing, and voltage and temperature monitoring into a single circuit, providing customers with efficient solutions for power and data transmission at competitive prices. By offering advanced technology in a growing market, CelLink aims to support the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Gatik
Seed Round in 2019
Gatik is a startup focused on developing autonomous technology for light and medium-duty trucks aimed at business-to-business short-haul logistics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in artificial intelligence and automotive solutions tailored for the logistics sector. Gatik's software is designed for SAE Level 4 autonomous commercial vehicles, including trucks and vans in Classes 3 to 7. This technology facilitates middle-mile logistics, allowing customers to efficiently manage scheduled deliveries and optimize their supply chain operations.
Robust.AI
Seed Round in 2019
Robust.AI, founded by Anthony Jules in 2019 and based in San Carlos, California, develops advanced solutions that combine artificial intelligence, robotics, and human-centered design. The company has introduced its software suite, Grace, and a concept for a hardware product, Carter, aimed at enhancing interaction between humans and robots. These innovations target the warehousing industry, where a significant majority of operations remain unautomated, exacerbated by ongoing labor shortages in the global supply chain. Robust.AI's cognitive platform focuses on creating collaborative mobile robots that are context-aware, safe, and easy to implement, aiming to make robotics solutions more accessible across various sectors. By emphasizing common-sense AI and hybrid technology, the company seeks to address the challenges of robotics deployment and improve operational efficiency.
VulcanForms
Funding Round in 2019
VulcanForms Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Burlington, Massachusetts, specializes in metal additive manufacturing systems for 3D printing. The company develops a digital production system that incorporates proprietary simulation tools, in-process sensing, and machine learning algorithms to optimize and monitor the entire production process. This advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure aims to support critical industries in their innovation efforts while promoting sustainable practices. By enabling scalable industrial metal additive manufacturing, VulcanForms contributes to the growth and efficiency of various sectors.
FreightWaves
Series B in 2019
FreightWaves is a data and content forum dedicated to delivering near-time analytics for the freight market. The company provides a central platform that aggregates billions of data points from various sources, offering insights into multiple modes of freight, including truck, rail, ocean, air, and warehouse. Its primary product, SONAR, is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics tool that enables users to access time-series and geo-based data, facilitating informed decision-making based on real-time market signals. Founded with the aim of enhancing transparency and risk management in the freight sector, FreightWaves assists market participants in taking actionable steps to navigate price volatility and optimize their operations. By serving as a comprehensive resource for aggregated data across North American freight markets, FreightWaves plays a critical role in shaping the logistics and transportation landscape.
Ike
Series A in 2019
Ike Robotics Inc., founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of autonomous driving technology specifically for the trucking industry. The company focuses on creating a full-stack solution that includes mechanical, electrical, and software components, integrating sensors, computers, and actuators to facilitate safe and reliable highway freight transportation. Ike aims to enhance safety in trucking, improve the value of truck drivers, and increase overall efficiency within the industry. By leveraging advanced automation technology, Ike aspires to positively impact livelihoods, create jobs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As of December 2020, Ike operates as a subsidiary of Nuro, Inc.
Humatics
Series A in 2019
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.
VulcanForms
Series A in 2018
VulcanForms Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Burlington, Massachusetts, specializes in metal additive manufacturing systems for 3D printing. The company develops a digital production system that incorporates proprietary simulation tools, in-process sensing, and machine learning algorithms to optimize and monitor the entire production process. This advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure aims to support critical industries in their innovation efforts while promoting sustainable practices. By enabling scalable industrial metal additive manufacturing, VulcanForms contributes to the growth and efficiency of various sectors.
Skyryse
Series A in 2018
Skyryse, Inc. is an air mobility company founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California. The company specializes in the development of helicopters and aircraft, targeting sectors such as emergency services, public transport, and urban planning. Skyryse has created a comprehensive hardware and software operating system known as FlightOS. This system provides a unified interface for pilots, allowing them to operate various types of aircraft, both rotorcraft and fixed-wing, using the same controls. By significantly reducing pilot fatigue and complexity, FlightOS enhances flight safety and improves emergency management. With just a few hours of training, any pilot can effectively fly any aircraft, whether from the cockpit or remotely, making aviation more accessible and efficient.
Wise Systems
Series A in 2018
Wise Systems Inc. develops autonomous dispatch and routing software that enhances delivery efficiency for various industries, including food, beverage, courier, energy, and field service. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company leverages machine learning algorithms to optimize last-mile operations. Its platform includes tools such as Scheduler, which dynamically creates and dispatches optimized route plans; Dispatcher, which allows managers to monitor delivery progress and driver performance; and Customer Portal, enabling recipients to track their orders with real-time ETAs. Wise Systems also offers Smart Reservation Management, allowing customers to select their preferred delivery times. Clients typically experience significant benefits, including reductions in mileage and late deliveries, as well as increased fleet utilization. The software processes millions of data points to make real-time decisions, facilitating efficient transportation operations while reducing costs.
Tomorrow.io
Series B in 2018
Tomorrow.io operates a weather intelligence platform that delivers real-time, location-specific forecasts tailored to various industries affected by weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technologies such as wireless signals, connected vehicles, satellite communications, and traditional meteorological data, the platform provides accurate and customizable weather information. This enables clients, including notable organizations like the NFL, Uber, and Delta, to enhance operational efficiency, streamline communication, and optimize decision-making processes in response to weather challenges. Tomorrow.io's services are designed to improve productivity and profit margins across diverse sectors, with a presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
Cargo
Series A in 2018
Cargo Systems, Inc. operates a mobile marketplace designed for selling products to passengers in transit, primarily through rideshare services. The company's platform, known as Cargo, enables passengers to order a diverse range of products, including snacks, electronics, and health and beauty items, delivered directly to them without the need for a dedicated app. Founded in 2016 by former employees of Birchbox, Cargo initially launched in New York and Boston and has since expanded its reach across 49 states. The company collaborates with rideshare drivers and brand partners to facilitate this unique in-car shopping experience, providing an opportunity for drivers to earn additional income while enhancing passenger convenience. Cargo is headquartered in New York, New York, and has received backing from various venture capital firms.
Humatics
Series B in 2018
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.
FreightWaves
Series A in 2018
FreightWaves is a data and content forum dedicated to delivering near-time analytics for the freight market. The company provides a central platform that aggregates billions of data points from various sources, offering insights into multiple modes of freight, including truck, rail, ocean, air, and warehouse. Its primary product, SONAR, is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics tool that enables users to access time-series and geo-based data, facilitating informed decision-making based on real-time market signals. Founded with the aim of enhancing transparency and risk management in the freight sector, FreightWaves assists market participants in taking actionable steps to navigate price volatility and optimize their operations. By serving as a comprehensive resource for aggregated data across North American freight markets, FreightWaves plays a critical role in shaping the logistics and transportation landscape.
Verity
Series A in 2018
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
Verity
Series A in 2018
Verity Studios AG, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of indoor drone systems. The company is recognized as a leader in the indoor drone market, providing innovative solutions for both the live event and logistics industries. Verity offers end-to-end drone show production services that cater to bespoke events, theatrical productions, and entertainment shows, delivering captivating aerial performances for clients such as Cirque du Soleil and Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Verity has created a commercially successful inventory tracking solution using fully autonomous indoor drones, which is deployed in warehouses to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Its clientele includes prominent companies like Maersk and Samsung SDS. With a commitment to sustainability, Verity’s systems also aim to lower waste and carbon emissions.
Zagster
Series C in 2018
Zagster Inc. specializes in designing, building, and operating bike-sharing programs for various entities, including universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and residential communities across North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company provides a comprehensive bike-sharing solution that encompasses system design, installation, sharing technology, maintenance, and rider support services. Zagster's mobile application allows users to unlock, ride, and return bikes conveniently, enhancing accessibility to biking as a form of transportation. The company also offers services for shared scooters and electric bikes, catering to communities of all sizes and aiming to promote biking as a preferred mode of transport.
Cargo
Seed Round in 2018
Cargo Systems, Inc. operates a mobile marketplace designed for selling products to passengers in transit, primarily through rideshare services. The company's platform, known as Cargo, enables passengers to order a diverse range of products, including snacks, electronics, and health and beauty items, delivered directly to them without the need for a dedicated app. Founded in 2016 by former employees of Birchbox, Cargo initially launched in New York and Boston and has since expanded its reach across 49 states. The company collaborates with rideshare drivers and brand partners to facilitate this unique in-car shopping experience, providing an opportunity for drivers to earn additional income while enhancing passenger convenience. Cargo is headquartered in New York, New York, and has received backing from various venture capital firms.
Ouster
Series A in 2017
Ouster, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the development of high-resolution digital lidar sensors and software products. Founded in 2015, Ouster's innovative approach integrates an all-semiconductor design to enhance 3D sensing capabilities, making it applicable across various industries, including autonomous vehicles, robotics, industrial automation, mapping, and smart infrastructure. The company's product offerings consist of multi-beam lidar sensors suitable for long, mid, and short-range applications, which are distributed globally. Ouster targets a wide range of markets, leveraging its technology to support advancements in smart cities, defense, and virtual reality/augmented reality. With a strong presence in the Americas, as well as operational reach in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Ouster is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for lidar solutions across diverse sectors.
Tomorrow.io
Series A in 2017
Tomorrow.io operates a weather intelligence platform that delivers real-time, location-specific forecasts tailored to various industries affected by weather conditions. Utilizing advanced technologies such as wireless signals, connected vehicles, satellite communications, and traditional meteorological data, the platform provides accurate and customizable weather information. This enables clients, including notable organizations like the NFL, Uber, and Delta, to enhance operational efficiency, streamline communication, and optimize decision-making processes in response to weather challenges. Tomorrow.io's services are designed to improve productivity and profit margins across diverse sectors, with a presence in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
FreightWaves
Seed Round in 2017
FreightWaves is a data and content forum dedicated to delivering near-time analytics for the freight market. The company provides a central platform that aggregates billions of data points from various sources, offering insights into multiple modes of freight, including truck, rail, ocean, air, and warehouse. Its primary product, SONAR, is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics tool that enables users to access time-series and geo-based data, facilitating informed decision-making based on real-time market signals. Founded with the aim of enhancing transparency and risk management in the freight sector, FreightWaves assists market participants in taking actionable steps to navigate price volatility and optimize their operations. By serving as a comprehensive resource for aggregated data across North American freight markets, FreightWaves plays a critical role in shaping the logistics and transportation landscape.
Sweet
Seed Round in 2017
Sweet offers a streamlined solution for consumers looking to reduce their mobile phone expenses without compromising on coverage. The company identifies potential savings for users, with many customers averaging over $300 in annual savings. Sweet simplifies the process of switching carriers, allowing customers to sign up quickly while handling the complexities of carrier negotiations on their behalf. The platform prioritizes user privacy and security, employing advanced encryption to protect personal information. By collaborating with major wireless providers, Sweet ensures nationwide coverage and reliable service. The company is supported by experienced entrepreneurs from well-known firms, further enhancing its credibility in the telecommunications market.
Invision AI
Seed Round in 2017
Invision AI specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence software that enhances the functionality of edge devices within the Internet of Things (IoT). The company's innovative platform leverages proprietary machine learning algorithms to analyze video data, enabling devices to generate valuable situational insights without the need for costly hardware or reliance on cloud storage. By utilizing existing visual data and millions of images, Invision AI's technology reduces bandwidth costs associated with traditional motion detection systems, thereby significantly improving the user experience. The firm aims to redefine the capabilities of video monitoring technologies through its cloud-based video analytics solutions.
Humatics
Series A in 2017
Humatics is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced microlocation systems aimed at enhancing how individuals and machines locate, navigate, and collaborate. Its flagship offering, the Spatial Intelligence Platform™, integrates proprietary software, hardware, and advanced algorithms to deliver centimeter and millimeter-scale positioning with remarkable precision. Utilizing cost-effective radio-frequency technology, Humatics' systems can track multiple moving transponder targets within a range of up to thirty meters, significantly surpassing the accuracy of existing solutions. These systems can interconnect to provide extensive positioning coverage across various environments, including factory work cells and distribution centers. Founded in 2015 by MIT professor David Mindell and technology expert Gary Cohen, Humatics is headquartered in Kendall Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company boasts a skilled team of professionals, including radar experts, software engineers, and product development leaders, dedicated to pioneering innovative position-based products and services.
FreshCar
Funding Round in 2017
FreshCar operates a platform that offers car subscription services, enabling customers to access vehicles on a monthly basis without the traditional burdens of ownership such as down payments, insurance, or maintenance costs. The company specializes in advanced software solutions designed for vehicle subscriptions, which it provides to auto retailers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and fleet operators. This software allows auto dealerships to launch and manage their own car subscription offerings effectively. In addition to its software services, FreshCar also offers strategic consulting on subscription models to automotive companies. Founded in 2016 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, FreshCar was previously known as Carma Car Inc. before rebranding in April 2018.
Stae
Seed Round in 2017
Stae is a company focused on enhancing the capabilities of cities through a digital infrastructure platform that centralizes access to civic data. By partnering with local governments, Stae improves data-sharing workflows and enables better decision-making for city managers and workers. The platform integrates and manages diverse data sources, creating real-time feeds that allow for actionable insights. This approach not only supports compliance and procurement but also fosters innovation and performance within municipalities, ultimately giving cities a competitive edge in the management of their resources and services.
Karamba Security
Series B in 2017
Karamba Security Ltd. specializes in developing cybersecurity software tailored for connected vehicles and other IoT systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, the company focuses on securing the electronic control units (ECUs) within vehicles, offering solutions that detect and prevent cyberattacks. Its technology safeguards the critical components of a vehicle, including telematics, infotainment, and on-board diagnostics, ensuring that only valid code operates on the controllers and protecting against unauthorized access to the Controller Area Network (CAN Bus). Karamba's patented solutions are designed to be embedded within devices, operating autonomously with minimal performance impact. The company serves automotive manufacturers and Tier-1 system providers, helping them comply with global cybersecurity regulations while maintaining efficient R&D and production processes.
VoyHoy
Seed Round in 2017
VoyHoy is an online booking platform based in Santiago, Chile, that allows travelers to compare and purchase tickets for various modes of transportation, including buses, planes, trains, ferries, and rideshares. Founded in 2014, VoyHoy aims to help users save time and money by providing a comprehensive comparison of prices from multiple sources. The platform's multi-modal booking system enables customers to easily find and secure the best travel deals available, streamlining the process of planning and booking their journeys across Latin America.
Donut Media
Seed Round in 2017
Donut Media Inc. is a digital media company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in creating cross-platform video content tailored for automotive and motorsports enthusiasts. The company employs proprietary technology and a curated network of influencers to develop and disseminate engaging automotive content across various social channels. Donut Media has established a data-driven approach that enhances the shareability of its videos, ensuring they resonate with its target audience. In addition to video content, the company also offers a range of merchandise, including clothing and accessories, allowing customers to engage further with the automotive culture.
Cargo
Seed Round in 2016
Cargo Systems, Inc. operates a mobile marketplace designed for selling products to passengers in transit, primarily through rideshare services. The company's platform, known as Cargo, enables passengers to order a diverse range of products, including snacks, electronics, and health and beauty items, delivered directly to them without the need for a dedicated app. Founded in 2016 by former employees of Birchbox, Cargo initially launched in New York and Boston and has since expanded its reach across 49 states. The company collaborates with rideshare drivers and brand partners to facilitate this unique in-car shopping experience, providing an opportunity for drivers to earn additional income while enhancing passenger convenience. Cargo is headquartered in New York, New York, and has received backing from various venture capital firms.
Hangar
Seed Round in 2016
Hangar Technology, Inc. is a software company focused on automating aerial data acquisition and analysis for various commercial and industrial sectors. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Hangar operates a platform that integrates a proprietary autonomous flight engine with top-selling drones, enabling a network of licensed pilots to safely capture aerial data. The company’s technology processes this data to deliver actionable insights, helping businesses improve their operations and drive return on investment. As a subsidiary of AirMap, Inc., Hangar is positioned to leverage its innovative approach to meet the growing demand for efficient and professional aerial data solutions.
Karamba Security
Series A in 2016
Karamba Security Ltd. specializes in developing cybersecurity software tailored for connected vehicles and other IoT systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, the company focuses on securing the electronic control units (ECUs) within vehicles, offering solutions that detect and prevent cyberattacks. Its technology safeguards the critical components of a vehicle, including telematics, infotainment, and on-board diagnostics, ensuring that only valid code operates on the controllers and protecting against unauthorized access to the Controller Area Network (CAN Bus). Karamba's patented solutions are designed to be embedded within devices, operating autonomously with minimal performance impact. The company serves automotive manufacturers and Tier-1 system providers, helping them comply with global cybersecurity regulations while maintaining efficient R&D and production processes.
Geometric Intelligence
Seed Round in 2016
Geometric Intelligence Inc. is an artificial intelligence research lab based in New York, founded in 2014 by a group of prominent scientists and machine learning experts. The company focuses on developing innovative machine-learning techniques that optimize learning efficiency by utilizing less data. In addition to its research initiatives, Geometric Intelligence offers training for AI systems and designs machine-learning systems. As of December 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc. Through its pioneering work and patent-pending methodologies, Geometric Intelligence aims to push the boundaries of machine learning and enhance the capabilities of AI technologies.
Elementum
Venture Round in 2016
Elementum SCM, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing applications for supply chain management, aimed at simplifying procurement, logistics, and manufacturing operations. Founded in 2012 and based in Mountain View, California, Elementum offers a suite of mobile-first applications that include tools for supplier management, logistics, shop floor monitoring, inventory management, and supply chain insights. The company's platform utilizes a unique product graph to analyze vast amounts of data, providing businesses with actionable insights and early warning signals to address potential disruptions. By serving professionals in logistics, operations, procurement, and risk management, Elementum enables companies to enhance their supply chain efficiency and proactively manage risks and performance indicators.
Acerta Analytics
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Acerta Analytics Inc. specializes in machine intelligence solutions that analyze raw machine data to facilitate informed decision-making, particularly in the automotive sector. The company's flagship product, Acerta CHECK, employs statistical methods, data mining algorithms, and machine learning techniques to identify critical issues and anomalies in machine behavior. By assisting automotive manufacturers, including original equipment manufacturers and parts suppliers, Acerta helps improve quality control, reduce defects, and accelerate the market readiness of complex products. Additionally, the company's technology is applicable in aerospace for aircraft health management. Acerta's analytics platform empowers manufacturers to detect early signs of potential product failures, enhance root cause analysis, minimize scrap and rework, and continuously refine their processes. Founded in 2014 and based in Waterloo, Canada, Acerta is committed to transforming quality control through advanced artificial intelligence.
HAAS Alert
Seed Round in 2016
HAAS Alert is a prominent provider of mobility and smart city data services focused on enhancing safety for emergency crews, drivers, and the general public through Cellular Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication. The company's Safety Cloud delivers real-time data that connects first responders and various fleets with motorists and autonomous vehicles, helping to prevent collisions and minimize traffic delays. HAAS Alert's platform issues preemptive notifications to drivers, alerting them to the approach of emergency vehicles via their car dashboards or smartphones. Additionally, the service supports smart city initiatives by providing valuable traffic information to government officials, aiding in infrastructure planning and real-time traffic management. HAAS Alert collaborates with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on innovative safety solutions and has garnered support from notable safety organizations.
GoKid
Seed Round in 2016
GoKid Corporation develops mobile applications focused on carpooling solutions for schools, teams, and families in the United States. The company's offerings include the GoKid Carpool app, which allows parents to organize and manage carpools within their trusted networks of friends, family, and neighbors. Key features of the app encompass GPS-based car tracking, live mapping, in-app messaging, and automated alerts for departure times and arrivals. GoKid also provides GoKid Connect, a web portal and mobile application that connects schools and parents to streamline communication regarding transportation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Detroit, GoKid aims to facilitate safe and efficient transportation options for families, enhancing community engagement and collaboration.
BraiQ
Convertible Note in 2016
BraiQ, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in New York, develops artificial intelligence software aimed at personalizing the automated driving experience in autonomous vehicles. The company focuses on teaching AI to understand human emotions, which enhances the ride experience by increasing passenger comfort and trust in automated driving technology. By connecting AI with human emotional responses, BraiQ aims to create a more tailored and engaging journey for users in self-driving cars.
nuTonomy
Series A in 2016
nuTonomy Inc. is a technology company specializing in software for autonomous passenger vehicles. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from MIT and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company focuses on creating a comprehensive solution for managing large fleets of autonomous taxis. This includes software for navigation in urban environments, smartphone-based ride-hailing, and fleet routing and management. Additionally, nuTonomy's technology allows for remote vehicle control through teleoperation, enhancing safety and efficiency in transportation. The company collaborates with major automotive manufacturers and innovative startups to transform personal mobility for the modern era. As of November 2017, nuTonomy operates as a subsidiary of Delphi Corp.
VoyHoy
Seed Round in 2016
VoyHoy is an online booking platform based in Santiago, Chile, that allows travelers to compare and purchase tickets for various modes of transportation, including buses, planes, trains, ferries, and rideshares. Founded in 2014, VoyHoy aims to help users save time and money by providing a comprehensive comparison of prices from multiple sources. The platform's multi-modal booking system enables customers to easily find and secure the best travel deals available, streamlining the process of planning and booking their journeys across Latin America.
TransLoc
Series A in 2016
TransLoc Inc. specializes in providing real-time information and technology solutions for transit systems in municipalities and universities. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company offers a range of services including real-time interactive maps, fleet management reports, and arrival predictions. Its platform allows riders to access routes, schedules, and live bus locations through various applications and web interfaces. TransLoc also provides additional solutions such as IVR systems, hardware, smart signage, and flexible APIs to enhance public transit operations. The company aims to make public transit the first choice for community travel by developing innovative technologies that improve accessibility and efficiency in mobility. As of early 2018, TransLoc operates as a subsidiary of Ford Smart Mobility LLC.
Autonomous Marine Systems
Seed Round in 2016
Autonomous Marine Systems Inc. is a marine data services company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, founded in 2009. The company specializes in providing customized hydrographic surveys and operates low-cost, self-powered ocean surface drones that form an intelligent sensor network for data collection. Its robotic sailboats, which harness wind and solar energy, are designed for autonomous operation on long-duration missions across vast geographic areas. This technology allows clients in sectors such as defense, energy, shipping, fishing, and research to efficiently gather marine data while minimizing risks to human life and reducing the operational costs associated with traditional vessels in challenging marine environments.
Zendrive
Series A in 2016
Zendrive Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application designed to track various driving metrics, including speed, location, direction, and acceleration, using smartphone sensors. Founded in 2013 and initially known as Inner Circle Technologies, Zendrive focuses on enhancing road safety through data analytics. The company's platform employs artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze sensor data, delivering actionable insights related to driving behaviors such as speeding, hard braking, phone usage, and collision events. By leveraging this data, Zendrive aims to improve safety for passengers and drivers globally, offering behavioral coaching and incentives to encourage safer driving practices. As the transportation landscape shifts towards shared and on-demand services, Zendrive plays a crucial role in addressing the evolving safety needs within this context.
nuTonomy
Seed Round in 2016
nuTonomy Inc. is a technology company specializing in software for autonomous passenger vehicles. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from MIT and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company focuses on creating a comprehensive solution for managing large fleets of autonomous taxis. This includes software for navigation in urban environments, smartphone-based ride-hailing, and fleet routing and management. Additionally, nuTonomy's technology allows for remote vehicle control through teleoperation, enhancing safety and efficiency in transportation. The company collaborates with major automotive manufacturers and innovative startups to transform personal mobility for the modern era. As of November 2017, nuTonomy operates as a subsidiary of Delphi Corp.
Sweet
Seed Round in 2015
Sweet offers a streamlined solution for consumers looking to reduce their mobile phone expenses without compromising on coverage. The company identifies potential savings for users, with many customers averaging over $300 in annual savings. Sweet simplifies the process of switching carriers, allowing customers to sign up quickly while handling the complexities of carrier negotiations on their behalf. The platform prioritizes user privacy and security, employing advanced encryption to protect personal information. By collaborating with major wireless providers, Sweet ensures nationwide coverage and reliable service. The company is supported by experienced entrepreneurs from well-known firms, further enhancing its credibility in the telecommunications market.
Service
Angel Round in 2015
Home Service Concierge platform designed to help Service Pros and Consumers Search, Match, Chat, Hire and Pay.
Elegus Technologies
Convertible Note in 2015
Elegus Technologies, Inc. is a company focused on developing and commercializing advanced separator membranes made from nanoscale fibers for energy storage solutions. Based in Detroit, Michigan, and incorporated in 2014, the company addresses the increasing demand for higher energy densities in lithium-ion batteries, as well as in lithium-sulfur and lithium-air batteries. Elegus's innovative separator technology, which originated from extensive research at the University of Michigan, aims to enhance energy density while ensuring safety, effectively tackling issues such as dendrite growth and thickness constraints. As the battery industry evolves, Elegus Technologies seeks to provide high-performance separator materials that meet the challenges of various battery chemistries and applications.
Revio
Convertible Note in 2015
Revio is a telematics hardware platform that uses connected devices to make power sports safer and more secure.
Zagster
Series A in 2015
Zagster Inc. specializes in designing, building, and operating bike-sharing programs for various entities, including universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and residential communities across North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company provides a comprehensive bike-sharing solution that encompasses system design, installation, sharing technology, maintenance, and rider support services. Zagster's mobile application allows users to unlock, ride, and return bikes conveniently, enhancing accessibility to biking as a form of transportation. The company also offers services for shared scooters and electric bikes, catering to communities of all sizes and aiming to promote biking as a preferred mode of transport.
DriveShare
Seed Round in 2015
DriveShare operates an online platform that connects classic and exotic car owners with qualified renters, allowing enthusiasts to offset their car ownership costs. The service caters specifically to those seeking unique vehicles, offering a diverse selection ranging from vintage classics to high-end sports cars. Each rental includes up to $1 million in insurance protection and access to a specialized roadside assistance program tailored for classic and exotic vehicles. DriveShare aims to make these remarkable cars accessible to a broader audience while ensuring a secure and enjoyable rental experience. The platform is free to join, eliminating any costly membership fees for users.
Wise Systems
Seed Round in 2015
Wise Systems Inc. develops autonomous dispatch and routing software that enhances delivery efficiency for various industries, including food, beverage, courier, energy, and field service. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company leverages machine learning algorithms to optimize last-mile operations. Its platform includes tools such as Scheduler, which dynamically creates and dispatches optimized route plans; Dispatcher, which allows managers to monitor delivery progress and driver performance; and Customer Portal, enabling recipients to track their orders with real-time ETAs. Wise Systems also offers Smart Reservation Management, allowing customers to select their preferred delivery times. Clients typically experience significant benefits, including reductions in mileage and late deliveries, as well as increased fleet utilization. The software processes millions of data points to make real-time decisions, facilitating efficient transportation operations while reducing costs.
Sweet
Seed Round in 2015
Sweet offers a streamlined solution for consumers looking to reduce their mobile phone expenses without compromising on coverage. The company identifies potential savings for users, with many customers averaging over $300 in annual savings. Sweet simplifies the process of switching carriers, allowing customers to sign up quickly while handling the complexities of carrier negotiations on their behalf. The platform prioritizes user privacy and security, employing advanced encryption to protect personal information. By collaborating with major wireless providers, Sweet ensures nationwide coverage and reliable service. The company is supported by experienced entrepreneurs from well-known firms, further enhancing its credibility in the telecommunications market.
SPLT (Splitting Fares)
Seed Round in 2015
SPLT is an enterprise-first carpooling and car sharing platform that connects employees within organizations to share their commute, saving time and money while reducing traffic congestion and lowering CO2 emissions.
Lyft
Series E in 2015
Lyft is a transportation company that operates a mobile application connecting passengers with drivers for on-demand rides. The app facilitates ride scheduling, including advance bookings up to seven days, and handles in-app payments. Primarily serving college, university, and corporate communities, Lyft offers various ride options, such as private, shared, and luxury vehicles. Additionally, it provides multimodal transportation solutions, including bike and scooter sharing.
Zendrive
Venture Round in 2014
Zendrive Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops a mobile application designed to track various driving metrics, including speed, location, direction, and acceleration, using smartphone sensors. Founded in 2013 and initially known as Inner Circle Technologies, Zendrive focuses on enhancing road safety through data analytics. The company's platform employs artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze sensor data, delivering actionable insights related to driving behaviors such as speeding, hard braking, phone usage, and collision events. By leveraging this data, Zendrive aims to improve safety for passengers and drivers globally, offering behavioral coaching and incentives to encourage safer driving practices. As the transportation landscape shifts towards shared and on-demand services, Zendrive plays a crucial role in addressing the evolving safety needs within this context.
Telogis
Venture Round in 2014
Telogis is a provider of cloud-based Mobile Enterprise Management software focused on enhancing the efficiency of mobile workforces. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, the company offers a software-as-a-service platform that includes features such as dynamic routing, real-time work order management, navigation, telematics, and mobile integration services. Telogis aims to deliver significant returns on investment for its clients by improving driver safety and operational efficiency while also reducing the environmental impact of commercial vehicles. With development and support centers located across Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, Europe, and North America, Telogis serves customers in over 100 countries globally.
Streetline
Series D in 2014
Streetline, Inc. is a smart parking company that develops innovative data and analytics software aimed at addressing parking challenges for customers across the United States and internationally. Founded in 2005 and based in Foster City, California, the company leverages ultralow power sensors, wireless networks, and mobile applications to facilitate smart city development. Streetline offers a suite of solutions, including Parker, a real-time parking guidance app; ParkerMap, which provides an embeddable map of nearby parking locations; and ParkSight, an application for accessing parking analytics on various devices. These tools enable cities, merchants, universities, airports, and other stakeholders to manage their parking assets more effectively. Streetline’s deployments are primarily found in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and it operates as a subsidiary of Kapsch TrafficCom AG.
Life360
Series C in 2014
Life360, Inc. is a mobile application company headquartered in San Francisco, California, that focuses on enhancing family connectivity and safety. Founded in 2007, Life360 provides a platform for families to communicate, share locations, and monitor driving safety. The app, which serves millions of users in over 140 countries, offers features such as private location sharing, location history, crash detection, roadside assistance, and emergency alerts through both free and paid subscriptions. As the world's largest family-oriented social network, Life360 has over 50 million monthly active users and consistently ranks among the top social networking apps in the United States. The company's mission is to help families stay connected and secure by providing essential tools that address the needs of modern family life.
QuickPay
Series A in 2013
QuickPay was founded in 2010 with a vision to leverage trends in mobile technology to remove the pain and hassle of finding, accessing, and paying for parking and transportation. Their revolutionary QP QuickPay mobile parking platform offers users one mobile parking application that works across all parking environments — drivers can even raise parking gates using their mobile phones — and gives parking owners and operators an efficient way to enable mobile parking across all their assets with a single integrated solution. Today drivers can use QP QuickPay and a mobile phone to find and pay for parking at hundreds of locations across the U.S., with new locations being added continually.
LocoMobi
Series A in 2013
LocoMobi is transforming parking technology by offering a comprehensive solution that integrates physical, mobile, and cloud-based systems. The company provides a complete suite of parking revenue and access control systems that are connected in real-time to cloud servers and enhanced with license plate recognition cameras. LocoMobi emerged from the merger of QuickPay and Nautical Technologies. QuickPay delivers a unified mobile payment application suitable for various parking environments, while Nautical Technologies pioneered a cloud-based license plate recognition system with a complete revenue engine and management tools for virtual permitting and citation management. This merger allows LocoMobi to offer an advanced and cohesive parking solution that combines the strengths of both companies.
Life360
Series B in 2013
Life360, Inc. is a mobile application company headquartered in San Francisco, California, that focuses on enhancing family connectivity and safety. Founded in 2007, Life360 provides a platform for families to communicate, share locations, and monitor driving safety. The app, which serves millions of users in over 140 countries, offers features such as private location sharing, location history, crash detection, roadside assistance, and emergency alerts through both free and paid subscriptions. As the world's largest family-oriented social network, Life360 has over 50 million monthly active users and consistently ranks among the top social networking apps in the United States. The company's mission is to help families stay connected and secure by providing essential tools that address the needs of modern family life.
Masabi
Venture Round in 2013
Masabi Limited specializes in mobile ticketing and fare collection solutions for public transport systems in the United Kingdom and globally. The company offers the JustRide platform, a comprehensive cloud-based system that facilitates ticket purchasing, display, and inspection, along with backend infrastructure for secure payments, ticket management, and real-time analytics. JustRide includes customer apps for ticket sales and management, a Hub for reporting and administration, and an Inspect tool for validating tickets using common devices. Additionally, the Web Sales Portal allows transport providers to integrate ticketing into their websites, while the Software Development Kit supports further customization for the transport industry. With operations across various transport agencies worldwide, Masabi aims to enhance passenger convenience by eliminating physical ticketing challenges. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in London, the company also has offices in New York and Boston.
ParkMobile
Venture Round in 2013
ParkMobile USA, Inc. specializes in developing mobile payment solutions for parking, catering to both on-street and off-street needs across the United States. The company provides a mobile application compatible with various devices, allowing users to pay for parking seamlessly without needing traditional meters or kiosks. Its offerings include features such as in-app QR codes for gated facility access, a management platform called ParkMobile 360 for optimizing parking inventory and real-time rate management, and an online permit system for automating parking applications and approvals. Additionally, ParkMobile facilitates payments through the internet and a toll-free number. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, ParkMobile operates as a subsidiary of Parkmobile Group B.V. and has partnered with TIBA Parking Systems to enhance its services.
Streetline
Series C in 2013
Streetline, Inc. is a smart parking company that develops innovative data and analytics software aimed at addressing parking challenges for customers across the United States and internationally. Founded in 2005 and based in Foster City, California, the company leverages ultralow power sensors, wireless networks, and mobile applications to facilitate smart city development. Streetline offers a suite of solutions, including Parker, a real-time parking guidance app; ParkerMap, which provides an embeddable map of nearby parking locations; and ParkSight, an application for accessing parking analytics on various devices. These tools enable cities, merchants, universities, airports, and other stakeholders to manage their parking assets more effectively. Streetline’s deployments are primarily found in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and it operates as a subsidiary of Kapsch TrafficCom AG.
ParkMe
Series A in 2012
ParkMe, Inc. specializes in delivering real-time and static parking data to various stakeholders, including navigation companies, municipalities, parking operators, and consumers. Founded in 2009 and based in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a comprehensive database that encompasses parking spaces worldwide, accessible through GPS systems, in-car navigation, and its mobile applications across multiple platforms. ParkMe's services enable users to find parking options based on their preferences for cost or proximity to their destination, providing essential details such as parking rates, hours of operation, payment methods, and real-time occupancy information. As a subsidiary of INRIX, Inc., ParkMe continues to enhance its offerings by leveraging partnerships with app developers, map makers, and GPS navigation providers.
QuickPay
Seed Round in 2012
QuickPay was founded in 2010 with a vision to leverage trends in mobile technology to remove the pain and hassle of finding, accessing, and paying for parking and transportation. Their revolutionary QP QuickPay mobile parking platform offers users one mobile parking application that works across all parking environments — drivers can even raise parking gates using their mobile phones — and gives parking owners and operators an efficient way to enable mobile parking across all their assets with a single integrated solution. Today drivers can use QP QuickPay and a mobile phone to find and pay for parking at hundreds of locations across the U.S., with new locations being added continually.
Wheelz
Series A in 2012
Wheelz is a venture-backed startup focused on transforming personal transportation through its peer-to-peer car sharing platform. This innovative approach allows car owners to securely lease their vehicles on an hourly or daily basis, while providing a convenient and affordable alternative for individuals who do not own a car. With most vehicles remaining parked for the majority of the day and depreciating rapidly, Wheelz aims to address the inefficiencies of traditional car ownership. By creating a model that enhances vehicle utilization, Wheelz not only offers economic benefits to car owners but also promotes a more sustainable and responsible method of personal transportation.
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