Great North Ventures

Great North Labs is an early-stage venture fund focused on investing in technology startups in the upper Midwest. The firm aims to foster grassroots economic development by investing in exponential and disruptive technologies. Great North Labs provides both capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs, enhancing their chances for success while nurturing the local ecosystem to develop the next generation of transformative tech. The fund invests in companies from Seed to Series B stages, prioritizing those that leverage breakthrough technologies to innovate industries still reliant on analog processes. With a team composed of successful founders, Great North Labs emphasizes the importance of execution in its investment strategy, seeking high-potential startups regardless of their geographic location.

Joseph Daher

Associate

Grant Gibson

Associate

Pradip Madan

Managing Partner

Past deals in Illinois

Quicklly

Seed Round in 2022
Quicklly is a one-stop solution for all your needs in the home especially in the kitchen or to satisfy your cravings for Indian Food. Looking for Indian Groceries and Food? Quicklly is your answer. With hyperlocal communities in the minds, we are providing services like Delivery of Groceries, Popular tiffin plans, Meal baskets, Indian Food items & Catering of gourmet Indian foods. Some of our fast selling products are Indian spices, Indian Street Food, Meal Baskets, and Organic food products. If you love any local shop in your area, you will probably find it on Quicklly. Keep exploring our products section or type in the search box to find out your favorite thing. All our products are available on our website which you can shop right from the comfort of your home. Best of all, we always keep offering attractive discounts and offers periodically. Keep exploring our website for more.

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix is a platform based in Chicago, Illinois, that connects manufacturing companies with a network of qualified skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. Founded in 2015, FactoryFix offers a managed marketplace that streamlines the hiring process for full-time and part-time positions, as well as contract and temporary roles. The platform not only provides access to vetted labor resources but also includes tools for generating job listings, vetting candidates, and offering salary insights. By facilitating connections between manufacturers and skilled labor, FactoryFix enhances the efficiency of workforce management in the manufacturing sector.

PartySlate

Venture Round in 2020
PartySlate, Inc. operates a website for event professionals worldwide. Its platform enables users to browse, search, and save event ideas for weddings, fundraisers, mitzvahs, birthdays, milestones, holidays, corporate events, etc. posted by event professionals; and provides images from decor companies, event planners, caterers, photographers, venues, entertainers, and more. The company also connects users with event professionals. PartySlate, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Inhabitr

Series A in 2019
Inhabitr is a furniture rental platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. It provides users with an affordable alternative to purchasing furniture by allowing them to rent a diverse selection of items. The platform leverages AI-powered technology alongside a proprietary supply chain to curate a wide variety of furniture options designed by in-house experts. Inhabitr aims to alleviate the challenges associated with buying, moving, and maintaining costly furniture, making it easier for individuals to furnish their living spaces without the financial burden.

FactoryFix

Seed Round in 2018
FactoryFix is a platform based in Chicago, Illinois, that connects manufacturing companies with a network of qualified skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. Founded in 2015, FactoryFix offers a managed marketplace that streamlines the hiring process for full-time and part-time positions, as well as contract and temporary roles. The platform not only provides access to vetted labor resources but also includes tools for generating job listings, vetting candidates, and offering salary insights. By facilitating connections between manufacturers and skilled labor, FactoryFix enhances the efficiency of workforce management in the manufacturing sector.

PrintWithMe

Seed Round in 2017
PrintWithMe is the first network of wireless printer kiosks in the United States, offering convenient printing services in locations such as multifamily apartments, coffee shops, hotels, and co-working spaces. Operating in 47 states, the company allows users to print securely and reliably from any digital device with just a few clicks. PrintWithMe's services are particularly beneficial for remote and hybrid work environments, enabling customers to print and pay quickly via email. The company also employs predictive analytics to automate paper and toner management for businesses, simplifying operational logistics. Since its inception in 2014, PrintWithMe has printed over 5 million pages on eco-sustainable paper, helping communities reduce individual electronic waste by an average of 550 pounds per year.
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