Hyde Park Venture Partners

Hyde Park Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 2011, the firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on high-growth technology startups in sectors such as B2B software, software-as-a-service, consumer technology, and healthcare IT. Hyde Park Venture Partners typically invests in the first or second round of institutional capital, aiming to bridge the gap between initial seed funding and later-stage investments. The firm prefers opportunities in the Midwest but will consider companies outside this region if they have a graduate of The University of Chicago in an executive role. Investment amounts range from $0.1 million to $2.5 million, with a strong emphasis on mentoring portfolio companies in areas such as product development, business strategy, and financing. The firm often co-invests with Hyde Park Angels, reflecting its collaborative approach to supporting startup growth.

Gregory Barnes

Managing Partner

Greg Barnes

Partner

Carlos Covarrubias

Vice President

James Gagnard

Venture Partner

Tim Kopp

General Partner and Managing Director

Victoria Leon

Vice President

Dawn Nguyen

Associate

Guy Turner

Founder and Managing Director

Alisa Vass

Partner and Chief Administrative Officer

Allison Weil Lechnir

Partner

178 past transactions

Certiverse

Series A in 2025
Certiverse is a technology company that focuses on online certification and testing solutions. Its cloud-based platform facilitates the development and delivery of certification exams, allowing organizations to create, manage, and administer assessments efficiently. By providing tools for item writing, exam publishing, and candidate management, Certiverse streamlines the certification process in a secure and scalable environment. The company's innovative approach enhances the accessibility of credentialing programs and reduces the time-to-market for new certifications. Additionally, Certiverse leverages the expertise of professionals and economic-based crowdsourcing models to develop industry-leading exams, further transforming the testing industry.

Slip Robotics

Series B in 2024
Slip Robotics specializes in robotic technology that streamlines the loading and unloading of trucks, significantly reducing wait times for truck drivers and minimizing risks for forklift operators. Traditional loading and unloading can consume up to 23% of a truck driver's workday, while forklift drivers often face pressure to expedite these processes, leading to potential safety hazards and damage. Slip Robotics addresses these challenges with its SlipBot Automated Loading Robots (ALRs), which can fully load or unload a trailer in under five minutes without the need for Wi-Fi or IT integration. This innovative solution enhances operational efficiency across various sectors, including warehousing, distribution, logistics, and manufacturing, by allowing a single operator to manage multiple trailers simultaneously. The SlipBot robots-as-a-service network achieves tenfold improvements in safety, speed, and cost savings within the supply chain.

Zengines

Seed Round in 2024
Zengines is an early-stage AI tech company solving data integration problems using the latest machine learning techniques and algorithms. The company specializes in the fields of information technology, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The company was founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

FinOpsly

Pre Seed Round in 2024
FinOpsly is on a mission to redefine cloud cost management through the power of artificial intelligence. As your AI Copilot for implementing FinOps, the platform delivers a comprehensive, single-view solution for multi-cloud environments. It delivers complete visibility and transparency into unit cost economics, equips you with intelligent recommendations and anomaly detection, and offers virtual tagging and governance capabilities, all through a user-friendly interface designed to drive collaboration and accountability across finance, product and engineering teams. FinOpsly isn't just about cost savings – it’s about enhancing the quality and velocity of your cloud investments.

Definity

Seed Round in 2024
Definity is a data application observability and remediation platform specifically designed for Spark-heavy data engineering teams. It enables these teams to monitor the health, quality, and performance of their data applications in real-time. By detecting anomalies during runtime, Definity helps resolve incidents quickly and optimize application performance without requiring any code changes. The platform also focuses on preventing bad data and efficiently identifying the root causes of issues, thereby maintaining overall platform health. Additionally, it offers insights that assist in reducing infrastructure costs, enhancing the efficiency of data pipeline systems.

HData

Series A in 2024
HData, Inc. is a provider of regulatory technology (RegTech) solutions designed to support data companies in scaling their services for government regulators, regulated enterprises, and investors. Established in 2018 and based in Joliet, Illinois, the company focuses on transforming traditional regulatory activities such as compliance, reporting, and regulatory analysis through innovative technologies. HData develops a comprehensive platform that integrates solutions for both regulators and enterprises, facilitating a more efficient interface between the public and private sectors. The company also offers strategic counsel and relationship management services to assist clients in identifying growth opportunities within the regulatory landscape. The founder and CEO, Hudson Hollister, has a background in advocating for government data reforms, including contributions to the DATA Act of 2014.

ComplyAI

Pre Seed Round in 2024
ComplyAI improves up the building permit process by leveraging workflow automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure applications are comprehensive, correct, and simple to evaluate.

Augie Studio

Seed Round in 2023
Augie Studio is an innovative startup specializing in AI-driven video creation technology. It focuses on providing tools that enable creators to effortlessly transform text or audio prompts into engaging videos. By leveraging a unique platform, Augie Studio allows users to enhance their video content with a mix of open, licensed, and generative media, ensuring that even those without extensive technical skills can produce professional-quality visuals. The company's mission is to democratize video creation, making it accessible and enjoyable for all creators while they engage with their audiences.

Dentologie

Venture Round in 2023
Dentologie, founded by Dr. Hany Kurdi in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, aims to transform the dental experience by creating safe and inclusive environments for patients. The company specializes in urban dental solutions, providing a range of tech-enabled services that include general dentistry, Invisalign treatment, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry. Dentologie is committed to exceptional customer service and thoughtful design, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care and convenient access to dental solutions. By prioritizing compassion and competence, Dentologie seeks to change the perception of dental visits and enhance overall oral health.

Formaloo

Seed Round in 2023
Formaloo is a no-code platform designed to empower businesses in creating custom, data-driven applications without the need for programming skills. By providing an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, Formaloo enables organizations to quickly collect, organize, and analyze their data, facilitating efficient collaboration and innovation. The platform is user-friendly, requiring no technical expertise, making it accessible for all teams. Formaloo also includes a Customer Data Platform (CDP) that allows users to leverage their own data for customer analysis and future predictions, enhancing customer engagement and experience. With its focus on small and medium-sized businesses, Formaloo aims to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency, making it easier for organizations to go from concept to execution.

Slip Robotics

Venture Round in 2023
Slip Robotics specializes in robotic technology that streamlines the loading and unloading of trucks, significantly reducing wait times for truck drivers and minimizing risks for forklift operators. Traditional loading and unloading can consume up to 23% of a truck driver's workday, while forklift drivers often face pressure to expedite these processes, leading to potential safety hazards and damage. Slip Robotics addresses these challenges with its SlipBot Automated Loading Robots (ALRs), which can fully load or unload a trailer in under five minutes without the need for Wi-Fi or IT integration. This innovative solution enhances operational efficiency across various sectors, including warehousing, distribution, logistics, and manufacturing, by allowing a single operator to manage multiple trailers simultaneously. The SlipBot robots-as-a-service network achieves tenfold improvements in safety, speed, and cost savings within the supply chain.

InvestNext

Series A in 2023
InvestNext, founded in 2016 and based in Detroit, Michigan, focuses on transforming the way investment firms manage capital and engage with investors. The company developed an intuitive investment management platform that streamlines administrative processes and enhances investor relations. This platform offers features such as risk assessment, reporting, fundraising capabilities, and digitized client onboarding services, providing real-time insights that facilitate optimized decision-making. By fostering close partnerships with commercial real estate syndicators and investment firms globally, InvestNext aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the investment management process. The platform is trusted by tens of thousands of investors, with billions of dollars managed, reflecting its impact on improving the investment experience and empowering firms to grow their businesses.

Upfront Healthcare Services

Series C in 2022
Upfront Healthcare Services, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in creating a data analytics platform aimed at enhancing the ambulatory care experience for patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on automating and personalizing care navigation to improve patient engagement and optimize resource allocation within physician practices. Its platform, known as Care Traffic Control, utilizes advanced analytics and personalized content to guide patients to the most appropriate care options, thereby increasing appointment efficiency and improving clinical outcomes. By leveraging a variety of data sources—including demographics, billing, scheduling, claims, and care gaps—Upfront Healthcare Services ensures that patient needs are effectively matched with available healthcare resources.

Paladin

Series A in 2022
Paladin is a legal technology company founded in 2015 and based in New York, USA. The firm has developed a platform that connects attorneys with vetted pro bono opportunities, allowing legal professionals to engage in cases that align with their passions. By streamlining the process of creating, distributing, and managing pro bono matters, Paladin enables law firms, bar associations, and corporations to enhance their service delivery to low-income individuals. Additionally, the platform facilitates the tracking of lawyers' contributions and captures impact data, highlighting the positive effects of their efforts. Through its services, Paladin aims to enhance pro bono participation and support the legal community in addressing access to justice.

Audit Sight

Seed Round in 2022
Audit Sight is a developer of an auditing verification platform designed to enhance the efficiency of financial transactions for businesses. The company utilizes APIs to access clients' records, thereby simplifying the traditionally cumbersome process of obtaining necessary documentation. By digitally gathering data for audit tests and employing computer-assisted auditing techniques, Audit Sight automates the comparison of accounting records with third-party source documentation. This innovative approach enables both clients and auditors to conduct reviews and audits of financial transactions more effectively and efficiently.

Out Of Office

Seed Round in 2022
Out Of Office is a travel app for people to discover and share travel recommendations and restaurants with friends. The platform allows travelers to plan, discover and explore trendy hotspots, book hotels, and reserve tables, enabling travelers to find safe, flexible, curated accommodation via an easy-to-use and intuitive platform.

Sleek

Seed Round in 2022
Sleek operates an online financial platform that provides users with a browser extension designed for seamless one-click checkout across various e-commerce stores. By linking their credit cards to the extension, customers can shop online and receive cashback rewards for their purchases. The stores benefit from this arrangement by paying Sleek a commission for directing traffic to their sites, and Sleek shares a portion of that commission with users as cashback. Utilizing machine learning, Sleek enhances the shopping experience by offering additional deals and cashback opportunities, making it an attractive option for online shoppers seeking to maximize their savings.

LandscapeHub

Series A in 2022
LandscapeHub is a digital B2B marketplace that connects buyers and suppliers in the landscaping industry through a centralized online platform. By aggregating inventory and pricing from quality suppliers across the country, LandscapeHub enhances efficiency and fosters network building among participants. The platform provides valuable market insights, enabling users to streamline the procurement process for landscaping materials. This approach allows buyers to access a comprehensive selection of products in one convenient location, thereby improving operational efficiencies for nursery and landscape supply distributors.

Leap

Series B in 2022
Leap Services, Inc. operates a retail-as-a-service platform designed to enhance the retail sector. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Leap enables brands to establish retail stores in optimal locations under favorable terms. The platform encompasses all facets of store development and operations, including physical space management, staffing, and technological infrastructure. This comprehensive approach allows consumer brands to accelerate growth and enhance customer engagement through a seamless omnichannel experience. Leap operates retail stores in major cities such as New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, and Miami, positioning itself as a vital partner for high-growth brands seeking to thrive in the evolving retail landscape.

Certiverse

Seed Round in 2022
Certiverse is a technology company that focuses on online certification and testing solutions. Its cloud-based platform facilitates the development and delivery of certification exams, allowing organizations to create, manage, and administer assessments efficiently. By providing tools for item writing, exam publishing, and candidate management, Certiverse streamlines the certification process in a secure and scalable environment. The company's innovative approach enhances the accessibility of credentialing programs and reduces the time-to-market for new certifications. Additionally, Certiverse leverages the expertise of professionals and economic-based crowdsourcing models to develop industry-leading exams, further transforming the testing industry.

FactoryFix

Series A in 2022
FactoryFix Inc. is a Chicago-based company established in 2017 that operates a managed marketplace connecting manufacturing companies with a vetted network of skilled workers, including engineers, machinists, and maintenance technicians. The platform facilitates the hiring process by streamlining candidate vetting, generating job listings, and offering salary insights, thereby enabling manufacturers to find and hire skilled labor for both full-time positions and part-time projects. Job seekers can create profiles to match their skills with suitable employers, enhancing their chances of maximizing earning potential.

Trainwell

Series A in 2022
Trainwell offers a personalized online coaching platform that connects individuals with dedicated fitness coaches. This one-on-one coaching experience allows users to engage daily with their coach, fostering accountability and encouragement. Clients receive tailored workouts each week, designed to facilitate lasting lifestyle changes. The platform emphasizes continuous support, enabling individuals to receive guidance throughout their fitness journey and benefit from regular feedback.

HData

Seed Round in 2021
HData, Inc. is a provider of regulatory technology (RegTech) solutions designed to support data companies in scaling their services for government regulators, regulated enterprises, and investors. Established in 2018 and based in Joliet, Illinois, the company focuses on transforming traditional regulatory activities such as compliance, reporting, and regulatory analysis through innovative technologies. HData develops a comprehensive platform that integrates solutions for both regulators and enterprises, facilitating a more efficient interface between the public and private sectors. The company also offers strategic counsel and relationship management services to assist clients in identifying growth opportunities within the regulatory landscape. The founder and CEO, Hudson Hollister, has a background in advocating for government data reforms, including contributions to the DATA Act of 2014.

Audit Sight

Seed Round in 2021
Audit Sight is a developer of an auditing verification platform designed to enhance the efficiency of financial transactions for businesses. The company utilizes APIs to access clients' records, thereby simplifying the traditionally cumbersome process of obtaining necessary documentation. By digitally gathering data for audit tests and employing computer-assisted auditing techniques, Audit Sight automates the comparison of accounting records with third-party source documentation. This innovative approach enables both clients and auditors to conduct reviews and audits of financial transactions more effectively and efficiently.

InvestNext

Seed Round in 2021
InvestNext, founded in 2016 and based in Detroit, Michigan, focuses on transforming the way investment firms manage capital and engage with investors. The company developed an intuitive investment management platform that streamlines administrative processes and enhances investor relations. This platform offers features such as risk assessment, reporting, fundraising capabilities, and digitized client onboarding services, providing real-time insights that facilitate optimized decision-making. By fostering close partnerships with commercial real estate syndicators and investment firms globally, InvestNext aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the investment management process. The platform is trusted by tens of thousands of investors, with billions of dollars managed, reflecting its impact on improving the investment experience and empowering firms to grow their businesses.

ShipBob

Series E in 2021
ShipBob Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing online shipping and fulfillment services tailored for small e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ShipBob offers an end-to-end fulfillment solution that includes warehousing, order management, and package delivery, enabling direct-to-consumer brands to ship products within 1-2 business days. Its platform integrates with various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and eBay, allowing merchants to manage orders, track inventory, and communicate with customers effectively. ShipBob's services encompass pickup, packaging, batch fulfillment, and returns, supported by a network of fulfillment centers across the United States, including a key facility in Dallas, Texas. The company also provides a smartphone application for scheduling pickups and tracking shipments.

RoadSync

Series B in 2021
RoadSync, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating an online payment platform tailored for the logistics industry, among others. Since its founding in 2015 and rebranding from MyLumper Corp. in December 2017, RoadSync has developed a payment portal that facilitates instant receipt generation for carriers, brokers, and drivers, while also providing visibility into billing activities and managing recurring transaction emails. The platform serves a variety of clients, including warehouses, repair and tow services, and logistics providers, enhancing their financial operations by streamlining expense management and enabling secure payment acceptance. This automation not only accelerates payment processes but also improves oversight for both payers and vendors, positioning RoadSync as a key financial solution in the rapidly evolving logistics sector. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Market Wagon

Seed Round in 2021
Market Wagon operates an online farmer's marketplace designed to facilitate transactions between local food producers and consumers. The company provides a comprehensive platform that includes e-commerce capabilities, inventory management, and customer interaction tools, allowing farmers to focus more on their agricultural activities. By managing multiple local food hubs, Market Wagon handles fulfillment and delivery logistics, ensuring that farm-fresh products reach customers efficiently. This approach enables consumers to access locally sourced food while supporting regional food producers in thriving within their markets.

Certiverse

Seed Round in 2021
Certiverse is a technology company that focuses on online certification and testing solutions. Its cloud-based platform facilitates the development and delivery of certification exams, allowing organizations to create, manage, and administer assessments efficiently. By providing tools for item writing, exam publishing, and candidate management, Certiverse streamlines the certification process in a secure and scalable environment. The company's innovative approach enhances the accessibility of credentialing programs and reduces the time-to-market for new certifications. Additionally, Certiverse leverages the expertise of professionals and economic-based crowdsourcing models to develop industry-leading exams, further transforming the testing industry.

FairX

Series B in 2021
FairX is a CFTC-regulated futures exchange designed to provide smaller, simpler, and more accessible futures trading options for active individual investors. The platform offers low-cost trading access around the clock, catering to the needs of retail investors worldwide. FairX focuses on delivering straightforward and easy-to-understand futures products, aiming to enhance accessibility and minimize barriers for those looking to engage in futures trading.

PreFlight

Seed Round in 2021
PreFlight is a developer of an automated software testing platform that simplifies the testing process for users, requiring no technical expertise. The platform allows users to record their testing actions in a manner similar to manual testing, which can then be executed automatically at any time or on a scheduled basis. PreFlight offers a Chrome extension that processes these recorded tests and enables them to be run across all major browsers on both Windows and macOS. This functionality empowers clients to efficiently conduct robust testing by capturing user interactions and ensuring software reliability.

Malomo

Seed Round in 2021
Malomo, Inc. is an information technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, that specializes in shipment marketing for e-commerce businesses. Established in 2018, Malomo has developed a platform that transforms the shipment tracking experience into a marketing channel, allowing e-commerce brands to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue. The platform facilitates communication by enabling brands to send tracking information and branded content directly to customers, creating a more personalized experience. By integrating with customers' e-commerce sites and shipping providers, Malomo helps businesses improve customer retention and loyalty while simplifying the tracking process.

FourKites

Series D in 2021
FourKites, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a predictive supply chain platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for freight brokers and shippers. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a real-time tracking platform that serves shippers, carriers, third-party logistics providers, and freight brokers. Its solutions include BackHaul Management, which identifies potential deadhead miles, and CarrierLink, which facilitates real-time synchronization between brokers and owner-operators. FourKites stands out in the industry for its Intelligent Control Tower, which utilizes AI-driven technology to create digital twins of supply chains, automate resolutions, and improve collaboration among stakeholders. By processing actionable data from various transportation modes, FourKites helps businesses reduce operating costs, enhance on-time performance, and strengthen customer relationships.

Kognitive Networks

Venture Round in 2021
Kognitive Networks is a digital platform focusing on providing reliable internet services for maritime vessels. Founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company utilizes proprietary software algorithms to identify and select the most effective connectivity options from both satellite and terrestrial networks. This approach ensures that maritime users, whether in port or at sea, have access to simple and powerful internet solutions tailored to their needs.

BlackCart

Series A in 2021
Blackcart is a Toronto-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a try-before-you-buy shopping application for e-commerce. The platform allows users to select clothing items from various stores and have them shipped to their homes for trial, promoting a risk-free shopping experience akin to in-store purchasing. Utilizing proprietary artificial intelligence technology, Blackcart's system empowers merchants to enhance customer confidence and satisfaction by eliminating the need for upfront payment. This innovative approach not only facilitates a seamless shopping experience but also helps businesses increase sales by offering a convenient way for customers to try on items from their preferred brands at home.

Podchaser

Series A in 2021
Podchaser LLC, established in 2016 and based in Louisville, Kentucky, operates a comprehensive podcast database platform designed for discovery and engagement. The company's service enables users to search, review, follow podcasts, creators, lists, and other users, providing personalized updates. It offers features like custom podcast lists, creator profile pages, episode ratings, and integrations with existing podcast players, fostering interaction between listeners and podcasters while expanding audience reach.

NestEgg

Series A in 2020
NestEgg Online, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in developing property management software for rental property owners and tenants. Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Illinois, NestEgg offers a comprehensive platform that simplifies property management tasks. The software enables independent landlords to efficiently manage their properties by automating rent collection, coordinating maintenance services, and providing access to trusted contractors at discounted rates. Its features enhance cash flow certainty for property owners while streamlining administrative tasks. By facilitating on-demand access to expert assistance, NestEgg empowers landlords to save time and maintain their properties effectively.

Upfront Healthcare Services

Series B in 2020
Upfront Healthcare Services, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in creating a data analytics platform aimed at enhancing the ambulatory care experience for patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on automating and personalizing care navigation to improve patient engagement and optimize resource allocation within physician practices. Its platform, known as Care Traffic Control, utilizes advanced analytics and personalized content to guide patients to the most appropriate care options, thereby increasing appointment efficiency and improving clinical outcomes. By leveraging a variety of data sources—including demographics, billing, scheduling, claims, and care gaps—Upfront Healthcare Services ensures that patient needs are effectively matched with available healthcare resources.

Malomo

Seed Round in 2020
Malomo, Inc. is an information technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, that specializes in shipment marketing for e-commerce businesses. Established in 2018, Malomo has developed a platform that transforms the shipment tracking experience into a marketing channel, allowing e-commerce brands to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue. The platform facilitates communication by enabling brands to send tracking information and branded content directly to customers, creating a more personalized experience. By integrating with customers' e-commerce sites and shipping providers, Malomo helps businesses improve customer retention and loyalty while simplifying the tracking process.

ShipBob

Series D in 2020
ShipBob Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing online shipping and fulfillment services tailored for small e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ShipBob offers an end-to-end fulfillment solution that includes warehousing, order management, and package delivery, enabling direct-to-consumer brands to ship products within 1-2 business days. Its platform integrates with various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and eBay, allowing merchants to manage orders, track inventory, and communicate with customers effectively. ShipBob's services encompass pickup, packaging, batch fulfillment, and returns, supported by a network of fulfillment centers across the United States, including a key facility in Dallas, Texas. The company also provides a smartphone application for scheduling pickups and tracking shipments.

FairX

Series B in 2020
FairX is a CFTC-regulated futures exchange designed to provide smaller, simpler, and more accessible futures trading options for active individual investors. The platform offers low-cost trading access around the clock, catering to the needs of retail investors worldwide. FairX focuses on delivering straightforward and easy-to-understand futures products, aiming to enhance accessibility and minimize barriers for those looking to engage in futures trading.

SteadyMD

Series A in 2020
SteadyMD, Inc. is a provider of online primary care services based in St. Louis, Missouri, with an additional office in Westlake Village, California. Founded in 2016, the company connects patients with board-certified clinicians through a digital platform that facilitates telehealth services for various medical conditions, dietary preferences, and lifestyle choices. Patients can communicate with their doctors via text, call, or video chat, allowing for personalized and comprehensive care. SteadyMD also serves as a telehealth infrastructure provider, enabling healthcare leaders to scale their telehealth offerings across all 50 states by providing a licensed clinician workforce and support in clinical operations, legal, and regulatory matters. The company's innovative approach aims to improve access to high-quality care by addressing the complexities of chronic illnesses and ensuring that patients receive adequate time and attention from their healthcare providers.

RoadSync

Series A in 2020
RoadSync, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating an online payment platform tailored for the logistics industry, among others. Since its founding in 2015 and rebranding from MyLumper Corp. in December 2017, RoadSync has developed a payment portal that facilitates instant receipt generation for carriers, brokers, and drivers, while also providing visibility into billing activities and managing recurring transaction emails. The platform serves a variety of clients, including warehouses, repair and tow services, and logistics providers, enhancing their financial operations by streamlining expense management and enabling secure payment acceptance. This automation not only accelerates payment processes but also improves oversight for both payers and vendors, positioning RoadSync as a key financial solution in the rapidly evolving logistics sector. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

PartySlate

Venture Round in 2020
PartySlate is a digital marketplace designed to assist individuals in planning various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The platform connects users with leading event professionals, vendors, and venues both nationally and internationally. Users can explore a vast array of unique party ideas and browse portfolios of event planners, caterers, photographers, and more. Since its establishment in 2016, PartySlate has seen significant engagement, with over 25,000 venues, planners, and vendors sharing more than 2 million photos of actual events. This content-rich platform not only inspires users but also serves as a portfolio-sharing tool for professionals in the event industry, allowing them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients.

Leap

Venture Round in 2020
Leap Services, Inc. operates a retail-as-a-service platform designed to enhance the retail sector. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Leap enables brands to establish retail stores in optimal locations under favorable terms. The platform encompasses all facets of store development and operations, including physical space management, staffing, and technological infrastructure. This comprehensive approach allows consumer brands to accelerate growth and enhance customer engagement through a seamless omnichannel experience. Leap operates retail stores in major cities such as New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, and Miami, positioning itself as a vital partner for high-growth brands seeking to thrive in the evolving retail landscape.

Podchaser

Seed Round in 2020
Podchaser LLC, established in 2016 and based in Louisville, Kentucky, operates a comprehensive podcast database platform designed for discovery and engagement. The company's service enables users to search, review, follow podcasts, creators, lists, and other users, providing personalized updates. It offers features like custom podcast lists, creator profile pages, episode ratings, and integrations with existing podcast players, fostering interaction between listeners and podcasters while expanding audience reach.

Clinician Nexus

Seed Round in 2019
Clinician Nexus Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that has developed an online platform for managing clinical rotations, connecting hospitals, clinics, and students. Founded in 2016, Clinician Nexus provides a transparent and user-friendly system that allows clinical sites to manage their capacities and assign students to clinical experiences. The platform also enables students to easily find and secure clinical rotations, enhancing the overall efficiency of the process. By focusing on the needs of health systems, educational institutions, and students, Clinician Nexus aims to facilitate better management of clinical experiences, ultimately supporting the development of a skilled healthcare workforce.

VNDLY

Series B in 2019
VNDLY, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a cloud-based vendor management platform designed to assist organizations in managing their non-employee workforce. Founded in 2017 and located in Mason, Ohio, VNDLY's platform encompasses the entire engagement lifecycle, facilitating processes from talent acquisition to training, payment, and offboarding. It is structured around four main modules: contingent workforce management, statement of work management, independent contractor compliance, and total talent acquisition. By streamlining sourcing and acquisition across various channels, including staffing agencies and job boards, VNDLY enables firms to enhance their return on investment, attract quality talent, and automate workflows from job requisition to job closure.

FairX

Series A in 2019
FairX is a CFTC-regulated futures exchange designed to provide smaller, simpler, and more accessible futures trading options for active individual investors. The platform offers low-cost trading access around the clock, catering to the needs of retail investors worldwide. FairX focuses on delivering straightforward and easy-to-understand futures products, aiming to enhance accessibility and minimize barriers for those looking to engage in futures trading.

2ndKitchen

Seed Round in 2019
2ndKitchen, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a platform for businesses lacking kitchen facilities to offer food service by partnering with local restaurants. Founded in 2017, 2ndKitchen enables various establishments, including bars, breweries, hotels, and co-working spaces, to create custom-branded menus featuring food selections from nearby restaurants. The platform facilitates seamless ordering through integrated kiosks, ensuring that food is delivered quickly and hot to customers at their seats. This approach benefits all parties involved: businesses enhance their offerings with food options, customers enjoy convenient dining experiences, and restaurants gain additional revenue by serving a broader customer base in their neighborhoods.

Clinc

Series B in 2019
Clinc, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that develops software applications primarily for the banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare sectors. Founded in 2015 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Clinc offers a conversational AI platform that creates advanced virtual assistants capable of understanding and responding to human speech. The platform utilizes natural language processing, machine learning, and deep neural networks to analyze various factors such as user intent, sentiment, and context, which allows it to deliver accurate and contextually relevant responses. This technology not only enhances customer experiences but also enables enterprises to build stronger relationships with their clients by continuously learning from user interactions. Clinc's expertise in the financial and banking industries further strengthens its capabilities, allowing it to provide valuable insights and improve engagement outcomes for its customers.

Fast Radius

Series B in 2019
Fast Radius, Inc. is a cloud manufacturing and digital supply chain company based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2014, it specializes in additive manufacturing solutions that encompass application discovery, product design, testing, production-grade manufacturing, and global fulfillment. Fast Radius offers a range of manufacturing services, including additive thermoplastic, elastomeric, and metal production, as well as CNC machining, injection and cast urethane molding, and reverse engineering. The company's innovative Cloud Manufacturing Platform integrates design, production, and fulfillment operations within a unified digital infrastructure, enhancing the accessibility and sustainability of manufacturing processes. Fast Radius also operates micro-factories in Chicago and at the UPS Worldport facility in Louisville, Kentucky, with additional offices in Atlanta and Singapore.

Malomo

Seed Round in 2019
Malomo, Inc. is an information technology company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, that specializes in shipment marketing for e-commerce businesses. Established in 2018, Malomo has developed a platform that transforms the shipment tracking experience into a marketing channel, allowing e-commerce brands to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue. The platform facilitates communication by enabling brands to send tracking information and branded content directly to customers, creating a more personalized experience. By integrating with customers' e-commerce sites and shipping providers, Malomo helps businesses improve customer retention and loyalty while simplifying the tracking process.

VNDLY

Series A in 2019
VNDLY, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a cloud-based vendor management platform designed to assist organizations in managing their non-employee workforce. Founded in 2017 and located in Mason, Ohio, VNDLY's platform encompasses the entire engagement lifecycle, facilitating processes from talent acquisition to training, payment, and offboarding. It is structured around four main modules: contingent workforce management, statement of work management, independent contractor compliance, and total talent acquisition. By streamlining sourcing and acquisition across various channels, including staffing agencies and job boards, VNDLY enables firms to enhance their return on investment, attract quality talent, and automate workflows from job requisition to job closure.

2ndKitchen

Seed Round in 2019
2ndKitchen, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a platform for businesses lacking kitchen facilities to offer food service by partnering with local restaurants. Founded in 2017, 2ndKitchen enables various establishments, including bars, breweries, hotels, and co-working spaces, to create custom-branded menus featuring food selections from nearby restaurants. The platform facilitates seamless ordering through integrated kiosks, ensuring that food is delivered quickly and hot to customers at their seats. This approach benefits all parties involved: businesses enhance their offerings with food options, customers enjoy convenient dining experiences, and restaurants gain additional revenue by serving a broader customer base in their neighborhoods.

FourKites

Series C in 2019
FourKites, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a predictive supply chain platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for freight brokers and shippers. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a real-time tracking platform that serves shippers, carriers, third-party logistics providers, and freight brokers. Its solutions include BackHaul Management, which identifies potential deadhead miles, and CarrierLink, which facilitates real-time synchronization between brokers and owner-operators. FourKites stands out in the industry for its Intelligent Control Tower, which utilizes AI-driven technology to create digital twins of supply chains, automate resolutions, and improve collaboration among stakeholders. By processing actionable data from various transportation modes, FourKites helps businesses reduce operating costs, enhance on-time performance, and strengthen customer relationships.

PartySlate

Seed Round in 2019
PartySlate is a digital marketplace designed to assist individuals in planning various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The platform connects users with leading event professionals, vendors, and venues both nationally and internationally. Users can explore a vast array of unique party ideas and browse portfolios of event planners, caterers, photographers, and more. Since its establishment in 2016, PartySlate has seen significant engagement, with over 25,000 venues, planners, and vendors sharing more than 2 million photos of actual events. This content-rich platform not only inspires users but also serves as a portfolio-sharing tool for professionals in the event industry, allowing them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients.

Truss

Series A in 2019
Truss Holdings, Inc. operates an online marketplace that simplifies the leasing process for small and medium-sized businesses seeking office, co-working, industrial, and retail spaces. Founded in 2016 and based in Deerfield, Illinois, its platform employs machine learning to match businesses with suitable properties, allowing users to virtually tour listings, compare prices, and manage lease documents seamlessly. The company offers dedicated brokers to support clients throughout the process, ensuring a smooth experience. Truss is noted for its commitment to price transparency, enabling business owners to compare costs of traditional office and co-working spaces effectively. Through its technology-driven approach, Truss provides a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to find the right space quickly and confidently.

Kooltra

Series A in 2018
Kooltra Ltd. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that develops and operates an enterprise platform designed for foreign exchange brokerages. Founded in 2012, Kooltra's platform facilitates the digitization and automation of post-trade operations, allowing financial institutions to streamline processes, enhance customer engagement, and improve security. The company's software provides a comprehensive suite of features, including cash management, customer relationship management, transaction processing, risk management, and business intelligence. By offering these tools, Kooltra enables businesses in the foreign exchange sector to optimize their operations and reduce the potential for human error.

Chowly

Series A in 2018
Chowly is a technology company that specializes in providing solutions to enhance the efficiency of restaurant operations. It develops an order-processing platform that seamlessly connects restaurant point-of-sale systems with third-party online ordering services. By automating the transfer of orders directly into the restaurant's POS system, Chowly eliminates the need for manual entry, thereby saving time, reducing staffing costs, and minimizing errors. This integration not only streamlines operations but also helps restaurants increase revenue and improve overall control of their order management processes.

Sigstr

Venture Round in 2018
Sigstr, Inc. is a cloud-based email signature marketing application headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 2015, the company provides a platform that enables marketers to enhance their email communications by turning employee emails into an effective marketing channel. By integrating with popular customer relationship management (CRM) systems and marketing automation platforms, Sigstr allows organizations to deliver targeted advertisements to key contacts and accounts. This approach helps companies maximize the impact of each email sent by their employees, fostering stronger brand engagements. Notable clients include AT&T, Amazon, SendGrid, and Yext. Sigstr operates as a subsidiary of Terminus Software, LLC and has received funding from various venture capital firms.

ShipBob

Series C in 2018
ShipBob Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing online shipping and fulfillment services tailored for small e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ShipBob offers an end-to-end fulfillment solution that includes warehousing, order management, and package delivery, enabling direct-to-consumer brands to ship products within 1-2 business days. Its platform integrates with various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and eBay, allowing merchants to manage orders, track inventory, and communicate with customers effectively. ShipBob's services encompass pickup, packaging, batch fulfillment, and returns, supported by a network of fulfillment centers across the United States, including a key facility in Dallas, Texas. The company also provides a smartphone application for scheduling pickups and tracking shipments.

Clear Software

Series A in 2018
Clear Software, LLC is focused on simplifying and streamlining employee interactions with enterprise software, particularly SAP solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in Zionsville, Indiana, the company offers solutions such as ClearUI, a web application that integrates multiple SAP business processes into a single interface, enhancing daily workflows. Additionally, ClearXL is an Excel-based tool that facilitates data uploads to SAP. Clear Software's intelligent automation platform extends technology investments by enabling organizations to optimize core business processes across various applications, including SAP, OracleEBS, and Salesforce. The platform supports automation of tasks ranging from simple actions to complex, end-to-end processes, ultimately helping clients reduce errors and improve operational efficiency.

Zipnosis

Series B in 2018
Zipnosis, Inc. is a healthcare company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that specializes in virtual care solutions. Founded in 2008, the company operates a platform that connects patients with clinicians through phone and video interviews, facilitating online diagnosis and triage. Zipnosis offers a unique service called ZipTicket, which acts as a healthcare boarding pass, allowing patients to access clinics for in-person assessments or lab tests when necessary. The platform is designed to enhance patient choice and convenience while improving efficiency for healthcare providers. Through its innovative approach, Zipnosis aims to expand access to immediate care and improve clinical outcomes for health organizations.

Paladin

Venture Round in 2018
Paladin is a legal technology company founded in 2015 and based in New York, USA. The firm has developed a platform that connects attorneys with vetted pro bono opportunities, allowing legal professionals to engage in cases that align with their passions. By streamlining the process of creating, distributing, and managing pro bono matters, Paladin enables law firms, bar associations, and corporations to enhance their service delivery to low-income individuals. Additionally, the platform facilitates the tracking of lawyers' contributions and captures impact data, highlighting the positive effects of their efforts. Through its services, Paladin aims to enhance pro bono participation and support the legal community in addressing access to justice.

Provi

Seed Round in 2018
Provi is a Chicago-based company that operates the largest online marketplace for the wholesale alcohol industry, simplifying the ordering process by connecting buyers, distributors, and suppliers. Founded in 2016, Provi's platform enhances communication and efficiency for both on-premise and off-premise buyers, including liquor stores, bars, and restaurants. By centralizing the ordering process, Provi enables users to order directly from alcohol distributors while providing tools for order tracking and analytics. As of 2022, the marketplace includes about 10 percent of licensed retailers in the U.S. Provi has received significant funding, totaling $125 million, and has been recognized for its workplace culture. The company also formed a partnership with SevenFifty to further enhance its offerings.

Fixer

Series A in 2018
Fixer is a home maintenance service that simplifies the repair process for homeowners by allowing them to book skilled professionals for various tasks. Customers can quickly confirm the hourly rate, estimate, and scheduling online, ensuring a hassle-free experience. The company offers a wide range of services, including plumbing, electrical work, painting, wall repairs, mounting, and furniture assembly, often completing multiple tasks in a single visit. Additionally, Fixer is dedicated to social responsibility, focusing on training and certifying individuals for sustainable careers in home repair and building trades. This commitment enhances the quality of service while contributing to the development of a skilled workforce.

DemandJump

Series A in 2018
DemandJump Inc. is a marketing intelligence software platform founded in 2015 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company provides tools that leverage artificial intelligence to deliver comprehensive online and offline data, competitive insights, audience behavior analysis, and market trends for marketers. Its key offerings include Traffic Cloud, which helps identify traffic sources, influencers, and keywords that drive qualified traffic to brands, and Account-Based Attribution, which allows marketing and sales teams to assess the revenue impact of various customer touchpoints. By automating keyword and SEO research, DemandJump enables businesses to enhance customer acquisition, optimize marketing expenditures, and capture market share effectively. The platform aims to make competitive digital data actionable, facilitating better decision-making for marketers and ultimately maximizing returns on investment.

LandscapeHub

Seed Round in 2018
LandscapeHub is a digital B2B marketplace that connects buyers and suppliers in the landscaping industry through a centralized online platform. By aggregating inventory and pricing from quality suppliers across the country, LandscapeHub enhances efficiency and fosters network building among participants. The platform provides valuable market insights, enabling users to streamline the procurement process for landscaping materials. This approach allows buyers to access a comprehensive selection of products in one convenient location, thereby improving operational efficiencies for nursery and landscape supply distributors.

SteadyMD

Seed Round in 2018
SteadyMD, Inc. is a provider of online primary care services based in St. Louis, Missouri, with an additional office in Westlake Village, California. Founded in 2016, the company connects patients with board-certified clinicians through a digital platform that facilitates telehealth services for various medical conditions, dietary preferences, and lifestyle choices. Patients can communicate with their doctors via text, call, or video chat, allowing for personalized and comprehensive care. SteadyMD also serves as a telehealth infrastructure provider, enabling healthcare leaders to scale their telehealth offerings across all 50 states by providing a licensed clinician workforce and support in clinical operations, legal, and regulatory matters. The company's innovative approach aims to improve access to high-quality care by addressing the complexities of chronic illnesses and ensuring that patients receive adequate time and attention from their healthcare providers.

FourKites

Series B in 2018
FourKites, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a predictive supply chain platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for freight brokers and shippers. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a real-time tracking platform that serves shippers, carriers, third-party logistics providers, and freight brokers. Its solutions include BackHaul Management, which identifies potential deadhead miles, and CarrierLink, which facilitates real-time synchronization between brokers and owner-operators. FourKites stands out in the industry for its Intelligent Control Tower, which utilizes AI-driven technology to create digital twins of supply chains, automate resolutions, and improve collaboration among stakeholders. By processing actionable data from various transportation modes, FourKites helps businesses reduce operating costs, enhance on-time performance, and strengthen customer relationships.

Zylo

Series A in 2018
Zylo, Inc. operates a software-as-a-service (SaaS) management platform that assists enterprises in managing their cloud-based applications. Founded in 2015 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, Zylo enables organizations to discover applications, manage licenses, and optimize spending on SaaS solutions. The platform provides visibility into SaaS usage and expenditures, allowing businesses to build renewal calendars and foster IT collaboration while containing costs. Zylo's patent-pending, AI-powered Discovery Engine continuously monitors SaaS spend and usage, offering actionable insights to optimize SaaS portfolios. With a focus on enhancing the employee experience, Zylo's technology is trusted by various organizations to manage over 30 million SaaS licenses and $7 billion in SaaS expenditures.

Fast Radius

Series A in 2017
Fast Radius, Inc. is a cloud manufacturing and digital supply chain company based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2014, it specializes in additive manufacturing solutions that encompass application discovery, product design, testing, production-grade manufacturing, and global fulfillment. Fast Radius offers a range of manufacturing services, including additive thermoplastic, elastomeric, and metal production, as well as CNC machining, injection and cast urethane molding, and reverse engineering. The company's innovative Cloud Manufacturing Platform integrates design, production, and fulfillment operations within a unified digital infrastructure, enhancing the accessibility and sustainability of manufacturing processes. Fast Radius also operates micro-factories in Chicago and at the UPS Worldport facility in Louisville, Kentucky, with additional offices in Atlanta and Singapore.

PathFactory

Series B in 2017
PathFactory Inc. operates a content marketing automation platform designed to enhance the efficiency of the B2B buying process. Founded in 2012 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company enables marketers to deliver relevant content experiences that guide buyers through their unique journeys. By facilitating the binge consumption of content, PathFactory reduces friction and accelerates the buying process. The platform leverages data insights to optimize content delivery across various channels, allowing marketers to provide hyper-relevant, real-time content recommendations. This approach not only helps in generating qualified leads but also shortens sales cycles and increases marketing's contribution to revenue. PathFactory was previously known as LookBookHQ Inc. before rebranding in May 2018.

Sigstr

Series A in 2017
Sigstr, Inc. is a cloud-based email signature marketing application headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 2015, the company provides a platform that enables marketers to enhance their email communications by turning employee emails into an effective marketing channel. By integrating with popular customer relationship management (CRM) systems and marketing automation platforms, Sigstr allows organizations to deliver targeted advertisements to key contacts and accounts. This approach helps companies maximize the impact of each email sent by their employees, fostering stronger brand engagements. Notable clients include AT&T, Amazon, SendGrid, and Yext. Sigstr operates as a subsidiary of Terminus Software, LLC and has received funding from various venture capital firms.

Vid Grid

Seed Round in 2017
Ilos Videos are a group of 12 full-time employees who work hard and are good friends along the way. ilos is an online screen recording platform that allows you to record, share, and organize your videos in one place. With cloud-storage, ilos is the simplest and fastest way to record your screen and share it with the people who need it.

Vibenomics

Seed Round in 2017
Vibenomics is an Indianapolis-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in Audio Experience Software (AES) for location-based businesses and connected cities. The company offers a comprehensive solution for managing background music, scheduled messaging, live announcements, and out-of-home advertising. By leveraging advanced digital technology and creative content, Vibenomics aims to enhance customer engagement and personalize the shopping experience. Its platform provides businesses with hierarchical control and scheduling capabilities, enabling them to effectively manage on-site marketing efforts and attract more customers.

Hubdoc

Seed Round in 2017
Hubdoc Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in automating the collection and processing of financial documents for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as accountants and bookkeepers. Founded in 2011, Hubdoc offers a mobile application that allows users to capture financial documents, such as receipts, bills, and invoices, by taking photos or uploading files. The application utilizes cloud computing and machine learning to convert these documents into organized, usable data, streamlining financial reporting, reconciliation, and audit processes. By simplifying document management, Hubdoc enables businesses to focus more on their operations and less on administrative tasks. The company became a subsidiary of Xero Limited in August 2018.

ShipBob

Series B in 2017
ShipBob Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing online shipping and fulfillment services tailored for small e-commerce businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ShipBob offers an end-to-end fulfillment solution that includes warehousing, order management, and package delivery, enabling direct-to-consumer brands to ship products within 1-2 business days. Its platform integrates with various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and eBay, allowing merchants to manage orders, track inventory, and communicate with customers effectively. ShipBob's services encompass pickup, packaging, batch fulfillment, and returns, supported by a network of fulfillment centers across the United States, including a key facility in Dallas, Texas. The company also provides a smartphone application for scheduling pickups and tracking shipments.

Upfront Healthcare Services

Series A in 2017
Upfront Healthcare Services, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in creating a data analytics platform aimed at enhancing the ambulatory care experience for patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on automating and personalizing care navigation to improve patient engagement and optimize resource allocation within physician practices. Its platform, known as Care Traffic Control, utilizes advanced analytics and personalized content to guide patients to the most appropriate care options, thereby increasing appointment efficiency and improving clinical outcomes. By leveraging a variety of data sources—including demographics, billing, scheduling, claims, and care gaps—Upfront Healthcare Services ensures that patient needs are effectively matched with available healthcare resources.

Precognitive

Seed Round in 2017
Precognitive, Inc. specializes in developing fraud prevention solutions, integrating device intelligence and advanced behavioral analytics with a real-time decision engine. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers its flagship product, Adaptive-ID, which assesses devices in real-time, enhancing its tracking capabilities based on device type, connection, and historical interactions. Precognitive's technology is designed to serve various sectors, including banking and FinTech, travel and entertainment, and e-commerce. As of January 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of ShopRunner, Inc.

Terminus

Series B in 2017
Terminus is the industry’s first account-based marketing platform that enables B2B marketers to target companies, engage decision-makers on their terms, and accelerate sales pipeline velocity at scale

Rambl

Seed Round in 2017
Rambl is a company that focuses on enhancing communication efficiency through its mobile voice-to-text application. This application is designed to transform phone calls into productive follow-ups and notes, streamlining the process for users. By automatically providing call details, suggested follow-ups, and relevant notes, Rambl ensures that users are well-prepared for subsequent conversations. The app's features include search capabilities and the organization of related phone call notes, which facilitate improved call performance visibility and a fully integrated CRM dialing experience. Through these innovations, Rambl aims to optimize the way individuals manage their communication and follow-up tasks.

Pear Deck

Venture Round in 2017
Pear Deck, Inc. is a software development company focused on the education sector, offering a platform that enhances interactive learning experiences in classrooms. Founded in 2014 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Pear Deck allows teachers to engage students through synchronized presentations displayed on projectors and individual devices. This approach fosters active participation by blurring the lines between instruction and assessment, enabling educators to adapt their teaching methods based on real-time feedback. The platform supports one-on-one learning by connecting students of all ages and abilities in a virtual classroom accessible from any web-enabled device. As of November 2020, Pear Deck operates as a subsidiary of Liminex, Inc.

PartySlate

Seed Round in 2017
PartySlate is a digital marketplace designed to assist individuals in planning various events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The platform connects users with leading event professionals, vendors, and venues both nationally and internationally. Users can explore a vast array of unique party ideas and browse portfolios of event planners, caterers, photographers, and more. Since its establishment in 2016, PartySlate has seen significant engagement, with over 25,000 venues, planners, and vendors sharing more than 2 million photos of actual events. This content-rich platform not only inspires users but also serves as a portfolio-sharing tool for professionals in the event industry, allowing them to showcase their work and connect with potential clients.

Clinc

Series A in 2017
Clinc, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that develops software applications primarily for the banking, automotive, gaming, and healthcare sectors. Founded in 2015 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Clinc offers a conversational AI platform that creates advanced virtual assistants capable of understanding and responding to human speech. The platform utilizes natural language processing, machine learning, and deep neural networks to analyze various factors such as user intent, sentiment, and context, which allows it to deliver accurate and contextually relevant responses. This technology not only enhances customer experiences but also enables enterprises to build stronger relationships with their clients by continuously learning from user interactions. Clinc's expertise in the financial and banking industries further strengthens its capabilities, allowing it to provide valuable insights and improve engagement outcomes for its customers.

Sequr

Seed Round in 2017
Sequr, Inc. specializes in cloud-based physical access control systems that integrate existing hardware into a unified platform. Founded in 2014 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a range of products including a cloud-hosted Access Control Portal, Visitor Management, and Mobile Access solutions, which allow users to utilize their smartphones as access cards. Sequr aims to enhance security management for enterprises and commercial buildings by offering a scalable and user-friendly system that replaces traditional access methods with dynamic, time-sensitive PIN codes. This innovative approach seeks to balance security and convenience, enabling clients to automate their access control processes effectively while providing features typically available only to larger corporations. Sequr operates as a subsidiary of Genea, further expanding its capabilities in the physical security market.

FarmLogs

Series C in 2017
Their mission is to help bring farmers the future of farming. They challenge what is possible and invent new ways of applying cutting-edge technology to the world's oldest and most foundational industry. Farmers are the core of agriculture and they help them use technology to be more successful. Farmer success is their success. They will never make a decision that doesn't benefit farmers. Their world depends on agriculture. By making farming more efficient and helping farmers grow more using less, they have the opportunity to make a massive positive impact. And, they've brought together a world-class team to make it happen.

Provi

Seed Round in 2016
Provi is a Chicago-based company that operates the largest online marketplace for the wholesale alcohol industry, simplifying the ordering process by connecting buyers, distributors, and suppliers. Founded in 2016, Provi's platform enhances communication and efficiency for both on-premise and off-premise buyers, including liquor stores, bars, and restaurants. By centralizing the ordering process, Provi enables users to order directly from alcohol distributors while providing tools for order tracking and analytics. As of 2022, the marketplace includes about 10 percent of licensed retailers in the U.S. Provi has received significant funding, totaling $125 million, and has been recognized for its workplace culture. The company also formed a partnership with SevenFifty to further enhance its offerings.

LogicGate

Seed Round in 2016
LogicGate, Inc. specializes in enterprise process automation solutions, providing a platform that allows users to create applications through an intuitive drag-and-drop interface. The platform, known as Risk Cloud, is designed to facilitate various risk management activities, including regulatory change management, enterprise risk management, incident management, and compliance management across multiple industries such as finance, healthcare, and energy. By enhancing operational controls and enabling collaboration on risk management, LogicGate's technology empowers organizations to adapt to changing business conditions and streamline their compliance processes. Founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company aims to centralize and automate risk-related activities, allowing businesses to manage risks effectively without relying heavily on external consultants.

InContext Solutions

Series F in 2016
InContext Solutions, Inc. specializes in mixed and virtual reality solutions aimed at optimizing retail experiences. The company offers ShopperMX, a web-based simulation software that enables manufacturers and retailers to collaboratively ideate, evaluate, and implement various merchandising and display strategies within a virtual store environment. By providing digital content, virtual simulations, insights, and analytics, InContext Solutions assists clients in understanding shopper behavior and refining their retail strategies across various industries, including consumer packaged goods, apparel, and food service. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional operations in the United Kingdom and several locations across the United States, the company facilitates substantial cost savings for clients by allowing them to test ideas in a virtual setting rather than in physical stores. This innovative approach equips businesses with the necessary data and insights to make informed decisions, enhancing their confidence in developing successful in-store concepts.

Trove

Series A in 2016
Trove AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence solutions to enhance communication and manage email overload. Founded in 2013, Trove's mobile application integrates with existing email services on both iOS and Android devices, offering features such as smart multi-swiping, insightful relationship analytics, and the ability to snooze emails until users are ready to address them. By analyzing users' email connections, Trove provides valuable insights into professional networks, helping teams identify shared connections and leverage relationships for business opportunities. As a Certified B Corporation, Trove is committed to sustainability, aiming to drive responsible practices in the retail sector while fostering stronger professional relationships through innovative technology.

FourKites

Series A in 2016
FourKites, Inc. is a software company that specializes in providing a predictive supply chain platform aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for freight brokers and shippers. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a real-time tracking platform that serves shippers, carriers, third-party logistics providers, and freight brokers. Its solutions include BackHaul Management, which identifies potential deadhead miles, and CarrierLink, which facilitates real-time synchronization between brokers and owner-operators. FourKites stands out in the industry for its Intelligent Control Tower, which utilizes AI-driven technology to create digital twins of supply chains, automate resolutions, and improve collaboration among stakeholders. By processing actionable data from various transportation modes, FourKites helps businesses reduce operating costs, enhance on-time performance, and strengthen customer relationships.

Remote Year

Series A in 2016
Remote Year, Inc. is a company that curates work and travel programs for professionals seeking to explore the world without leaving their jobs. Founded in 2015 and based in Dover, Delaware, Remote Year enables digital nomads to spend a year working and traveling across 12 cities globally, including locations in Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Participants travel with a community of up to 75 individuals, spending one month in each city while engaging with local cultures and business ecosystems. The company provides essential services such as co-working spaces, accommodations, transportation, and various community activities, including professional workshops, guest speakers, and volunteer opportunities. Through these experiences, Remote Year fosters lifelong personal and professional relationships among its members while allowing them to work remotely and immerse themselves in diverse environments.

TurboAppeal

Series A in 2016
TurboAppeal, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in providing a web-based platform for property tax assessment appeals. Founded in 2015, the company offers services primarily to homeowners, including single-family and condominium owners, while also catering to real estate attorneys and various real estate professionals such as lenders and brokers. TurboAppeal employs advanced technology, including a machine-learning algorithm, to streamline the appeal process and enhance accuracy over time. The platform aims to simplify property tax appeals, ensuring that clients only pay their fair share of taxes. Since its incorporation, TurboAppeal has expanded its operations and continues to grow its presence across the United States. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Paradigm Tax Group, LLC.

Tock

Series A in 2016
Tock is a platform designed specifically for the restaurant industry, aimed at transforming business operations for establishments of all sizes worldwide. It offers a comprehensive reservation, guest, and table management system that streamlines the booking process. Additionally, Tock includes an online ordering system for take-out and delivery, allowing restaurants to efficiently manage their operations and reduce costs. By integrating these features, Tock helps restaurants enhance their service and optimize their business practices.

TransparentCareer

Seed Round in 2016
TransparentCareer is a career management platform designed to assist job seekers and employers by providing access to extensive compensation and career path data. The platform collects and analyzes crowdsourced information to offer insights into various career trajectories, salaries, and job satisfaction. This enables professionals and students to understand fair pay and make informed decisions about their career growth. By personalizing insights based on individual backgrounds and providing longitudinal data, TransparentCareer allows users to visualize the potential impacts of their career choices over time, distinguishing it from other offerings in the market.

Catalytic

Series A in 2016
Catalytic Inc. operates a cloud-based automation platform designed to streamline data processing tasks for businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Naperville, the company provides a solution that enables users to build an intelligent automation layer for processing data, documents, emails, and other systems. The platform allows for the automation of various tasks, including document generation, trigger responses, and data collection, while facilitating integration with existing systems through APIs and SFTP. Catalytic empowers business users to create process-driven solutions tailored to their needs, enhancing efficiency and productivity across organizations. Clients such as Bosch, Dentsu Aegis Network, and UL have leveraged Catalytic's capabilities to improve their operational efficiency, deliver better customer experiences, and increase profitability.

Doxly

Seed Round in 2016
Doxly, Inc. is a provider of transaction-management software specifically designed for law firms. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Doxly aims to transform the traditionally cumbersome process of managing legal transactions into a more streamlined and efficient experience. The platform enhances the transaction process by automating workflows, facilitating document-level collaboration, and offering tools for diligence, closing checklists, and transaction analytics. By focusing on the unique needs of legal professionals, Doxly seeks to improve client experiences and strengthen law practices, making it easier for attorneys to manage all aspects of their transaction work. As of August 2019, Doxly operates as a subsidiary of Freedom Solutions Group, LLC.

Intelinair

Debt Financing in 2016
IntelinAir, Inc. is an aerial imagery analytics company based in San Jose, California, focused on providing technology solutions for the agriculture sector. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in delivering actionable intelligence from aerial data, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and increase crop yields. IntelinAir's SafeSmart technology offers precision flight and data analysis capabilities, with products including the SafeSmart RD-100 and RD-200 UAVs, which serve as flexible platforms for academic research and development. The company's interactive crop intelligence platform provides comprehensive field views, prioritizes monitoring needs, and facilitates timely reviews, empowering farmers and agricultural retailers to protect yield potential and identify sustainability opportunities throughout the growing season.
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