Invest Nebraska

Invest Nebraska Corporation, founded in 2002 and located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a venture capital firm that focuses on seed, early-stage, and growth capital investments across various sectors, including Internet-of-Things, medical devices, financial technology, cloud services, food technology, e-commerce, insurance technology, agriculture technology, healthcare software, biotechnology, life sciences, robotics, and advanced manufacturing. The firm primarily invests in companies based in Nebraska or those willing to relocate to the state, typically committing around $250,000 to businesses with revenues up to $1 million. Invest Nebraska may provide funding through equity, debt, or convertible debt instruments and often seeks a position on the Board of Directors or its subcommittees. The firm is dedicated to fostering economic growth in Nebraska by supporting high-impact entrepreneurs and collaborating with strategic partners, government entities, and educational institutions.

Matt Foley

Analyst

Daniel Hoffman

CEO and COO

Alyssa Kuta

Analyst

Past deals in Midwestern US

Tiiga

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Tiiga is a company that produces a powdered beverage mix designed to enhance hydration and support overall health. The products are plant-based and made from the Baobab fruit, which is known for its nutritional benefits. Tiiga's offerings allow consumers to create a natural hydration enhancer by simply adding the mix to water, making it an easy and effective option for those seeking performance sports beverages. In addition to promoting good digestion, Tiiga emphasizes the importance of a healthy microbiome and aims to contribute to a sustainable environment through its product line.

Sentinel Fertigation

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Sentinel Fertigation is a company that focuses on enhancing agricultural productivity through its fertigation management platform, N-Time FMS. Established in 2022 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company utilizes aerial imagery to provide real-time recommendations for nitrogen applications. This platform is designed to optimize crop yield potential by offering farmers precise and efficient fertigation strategies throughout the growing season. By improving the decision-making process related to crop nutrition, Sentinel Fertigation aims to increase the profitability of farming operations.

Peeq

Seed Round in 2023
Peeq develops cosmetics and beauty products to offer a relaxing experience for any skincare routine. The company's products use fewer preservatives and additional anti-inflammatory botanicals to provide consumers with skin and eyelid self-care products.

PetFriendly

Seed Round in 2023
Provider of subscription-based delivery services intended for vet-quality products. The company provides customized boxes containing EPA-approved pet quality flea and tick protection and food treat products at the doorstep regularly on a subscription basis, enabling pet owners to keep pets healthy and make them happy with affordable products, service, and convenience.

Layer App

Seed Round in 2023
Layer is a flexible digital collaboration platform that organizes and manages building data creating efficient workflows & communication.

Nightfox Audio

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Nightfox Audio is a company that operates in the music industry. It specializes in creating audio plugins that allow users to stack up to 12 instruments to generate new hybrid sounds within seconds. These tools are designed for modern composers, artists, and producers. The company also provides features for shaping tones, offering creative tools made by musicians for musicians and producers. Nightfox Audio's products are meticulously sampled instruments, stacked to create brand new hybrid tones.

Haven Athletic

Debt Financing in 2022
Haven Athletics is a supplier of duffle bags made with a trademarked system of organizing to help users stay alert and focused while exercising. The company's bags assist with the correct organization, allowing users to concentrate all of their mental and physical resources on their objectives and performance.

HomeCare Advocacy Network

Seed Round in 2022
Homecare Advocacy Network offers a white label franchise for senior living providers to introduce home care to their business.The company enables local franchise owners to leverage the HCAN brand. Home Care Advocacy Network brings extensive knowledge and expertise of senior living and home care industries to its franchise offering.

Sentinel Fertigation

Seed Round in 2022
Sentinel Fertigation is a company that focuses on enhancing agricultural productivity through its fertigation management platform, N-Time FMS. Established in 2022 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company utilizes aerial imagery to provide real-time recommendations for nitrogen applications. This platform is designed to optimize crop yield potential by offering farmers precise and efficient fertigation strategies throughout the growing season. By improving the decision-making process related to crop nutrition, Sentinel Fertigation aims to increase the profitability of farming operations.

Peeq

Debt Financing in 2022
Peeq develops cosmetics and beauty products to offer a relaxing experience for any skincare routine. The company's products use fewer preservatives and additional anti-inflammatory botanicals to provide consumers with skin and eyelid self-care products.

Retail Aware

Seed Round in 2021
Retail Aware Inc. is a technology company based in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2016, that specializes in wireless sensors designed for business intelligence in retail environments. The company's sensors gather real-time data on consumer behavior, tracking metrics such as footfall, engagement, dwell time, and operational conditions like temperature and motion. This information allows brands and retailers to identify shelf-level opportunities, optimize merchandising strategies, and enhance the return on investment for trade and marketing initiatives. Retail Aware also provides an analytics platform that integrates seamlessly with existing tools through an API, delivering insights via dashboards and reports. By offering services related to integration, Internet of Things (IoT), and digital signage connectivity, Retail Aware supports retail manufacturers and their supply chains in making data-driven decisions to increase sales and improve overall performance.

Centese

Seed Round in 2021
Esculon, Inc. develops cardiothoracic post-operative medical equipment for post-operative surgical care and patient monitoring. The company's product includes Thoraguard which is an intelligent surgical drainage system. It is a small-bore chest tube with integrated sensors and smart algorithms that is inserted into patients who have undergone cardiothoracic surgery to ensure proper post-surgical drainage. It minimizes potential injury to surrounding organs that may occur with larger tubes. Further, it monitors wound site drainage, ensures proper evacuation, and provides data for clinical decision support for the attending clinician. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

Layer App

Seed Round in 2021
Layer is a flexible digital collaboration platform that organizes and manages building data creating efficient workflows & communication.

OpsCompass

Seed Round in 2021
OpsCompass is a cloud intelligence platform designed to assist organizations in optimizing their multi-cloud deployments while managing costs and compliance. Founded in 2016 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers software that automatically monitors cloud resources, providing real-time insights to identify potential issues before they escalate. By simplifying cloud operations and integrating seamlessly with existing processes, OpsCompass empowers technical and management personnel to automate and enforce security policies without requiring specialized expertise. The platform delivers point-in-time visibility into cloud infrastructure, facilitating effective cost management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Layer App

Seed Round in 2021
Layer is a flexible digital collaboration platform that organizes and manages building data creating efficient workflows & communication.

PetFriendly

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of subscription-based delivery services intended for vet-quality products. The company provides customized boxes containing EPA-approved pet quality flea and tick protection and food treat products at the doorstep regularly on a subscription basis, enabling pet owners to keep pets healthy and make them happy with affordable products, service, and convenience.

Breeze

Series A in 2021
Breeze is an InsurTech providing an online platform for consumers to quote and apply for income protection products, like disability insurance & critical illness insurance. Breeze has built insurance technology that makes it easier to apply and underwrite income protection policies from insurance carriers that offer protection in the event of cancer, heart attacks, strokes, and other medical conditions that can lead to a loss of income and cause financial trauma. Leveraging industry expertise and innovative technology, Breeze's remote-friendly team is building a better way to buy insurance for life’s most financially vulnerable moments. Breeze was founded in 2019 by Colin Nabity & Cody Leach and is based out of Omaha, Nebraska.

Peeq

Seed Round in 2021
Peeq develops cosmetics and beauty products to offer a relaxing experience for any skincare routine. The company's products use fewer preservatives and additional anti-inflammatory botanicals to provide consumers with skin and eyelid self-care products.

Ocuvera

Seed Round in 2021
Ocuvera (“vision truth”) is a product development company in healthcare technology specializing in computer vision. The goal is to produce a series of solutions to apply computer vision technology to need areas in hospitals, to, over time, transform patient safety and their overall experience. Its first product, also named Ocuvera, provides acute care and other hospital care settings with a predictive algorithm that alerts appropriate care staff prior to a patient attempting to exit their bed. This alert provides the staff with approximately two minutes of warning that allows the clinical staff to intervene and prevent unattended bed exits. In turn, this should dramatically reduce in-room falls – a significant challenge for US hospitals.

CoreLeap

Debt Financing in 2021
CoreLeap streamlines ecommerce returns.

Workshop

Seed Round in 2021
Workshop focuses on enhancing internal communications within organizations by providing a platform that facilitates better meeting management and employee engagement. Its tools include shared agendas, collaborative note-taking, and action item tracking, all centralized for user convenience. Additionally, Workshop supports company culture by delivering personalized news feeds, internal newsletters, and effective communication strategies for onboarding new hires and managing operational processes. This integrated approach ensures that internal communications are relevant, engaging, and aligned with the company's brand, ultimately aiming to improve overall employee interaction and productivity.

AION Prosthetics

Pre Seed Round in 2021
AION Prosthetics develops a prosthetic system designed to provide an adjustable, durable, and affordable future for amputees. The company's unique approach to robotics and socket design creates an adjustable system that starts at the residual limb. AION Prosthetics was founded in 2021 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Pawlytics

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Pawlytics is a software company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, specializing in solutions for animal welfare organizations. The company provides an analytical and data management application that enhances communication both internally and externally within these organizations. Its software enables users to predict the likelihood of pet adoptions, organize transportation for animals, and manage records for current, incoming, and past pets. Additionally, Pawlytics offers custom volunteer forms and a dedicated portal where volunteers can register and receive notifications about nearby pet events. This comprehensive platform aims to streamline operations and improve the overall efficiency of animal welfare initiatives.

Bumper

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Bumper makes investing more engaging and accessible for Gen Z teenagers. Bumper has taken a traditional custodial investment account, typically built for and run by the parents, and put the focus on younger teenagers. Kids are able to find companies and ETFs they want to own, learn about the security through news articles and analysis, and request the trade. Bumper also gives the account sponsor, typically parents or guardians, safety guardrails and controls to encourage healthy investing habits.

BasicBlock

Debt Financing in 2021
BasicBlock, Inc. develops a software application that facilitates transactions for the trucking industry. It offers BasicBlock that helps truck drivers receive payment for services and costs by streamlining the collection of paperwork for invoices. The company’s BasicBlock mobile application to scan documents; enter the order number or trip number to associate documents with specific loads; label documents; and view documents and edit labels from the home office. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

Synbiotic Health

Seed Round in 2021
Synbiotic Health aims to be the leader in the innovation and development of the highest quality synergistic synbiotics that will provide consistent health benefits as demonstrated through clinical evidence. Headquartered at the Nebraska Innovation Campus, Synbiotic Health is a natural nutritional ingredients company. The founders, which include researchers at the University of Nebraska, formed Synbiotic Health in 2019, with the goal of developing scientifically- and clinically-tested synergistic combinations of probiotics with prebiotics.

HTI Labs

Seed Round in 2020
HTI Labs specializes in developing research-based technology aimed at assisting communities in addressing violence and exploitation. The organization focuses on providing reliable data and insights regarding the prevalence and underlying causes of issues such as sex trafficking, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and stalking. By equipping communities with this vital information, HTI Labs enables them to identify and evaluate comprehensive strategies to combat human trafficking and various forms of sexual and domestic violence. Through its innovative technology infrastructure, HTI Labs plays a critical role in advancing community efforts to create safer environments.

Certified Cell

Seed Round in 2020
Certified Cell operates an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of quality pre-owned cell phones. The platform provides a straightforward process for consumers to find affordable devices while offering sellers a convenient and secure way to sell their phones through trusted local retail locations. By eliminating the need for in-person transactions, Certified Cell ensures a safe experience for both buyers and sellers, making it easier for users to engage in the pre-owned phone market without the concerns associated with direct exchanges. This model benefits retailers by providing them with a hassle-free medium for consignment sales without requiring any upfront costs.

CoreLeap

Seed Round in 2020
CoreLeap streamlines ecommerce returns.

Pawlytics

Seed Round in 2020
Pawlytics is a software company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, specializing in solutions for animal welfare organizations. The company provides an analytical and data management application that enhances communication both internally and externally within these organizations. Its software enables users to predict the likelihood of pet adoptions, organize transportation for animals, and manage records for current, incoming, and past pets. Additionally, Pawlytics offers custom volunteer forms and a dedicated portal where volunteers can register and receive notifications about nearby pet events. This comprehensive platform aims to streamline operations and improve the overall efficiency of animal welfare initiatives.

MyVitalz

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of telehealth monitoring tools intended to provide remote patient monitoring. The company compiles biometric health data generated by the patient's use of medical devices which transmits data wirelessly to a cellular hub that is received by hospitals and is used for data collection and metrics, enabling patients to diagnose their vital signs while saving money and hospitals can receive reports to monitor patients from their house itself.

Retail Aware

Seed Round in 2020
Retail Aware Inc. is a technology company based in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2016, that specializes in wireless sensors designed for business intelligence in retail environments. The company's sensors gather real-time data on consumer behavior, tracking metrics such as footfall, engagement, dwell time, and operational conditions like temperature and motion. This information allows brands and retailers to identify shelf-level opportunities, optimize merchandising strategies, and enhance the return on investment for trade and marketing initiatives. Retail Aware also provides an analytics platform that integrates seamlessly with existing tools through an API, delivering insights via dashboards and reports. By offering services related to integration, Internet of Things (IoT), and digital signage connectivity, Retail Aware supports retail manufacturers and their supply chains in making data-driven decisions to increase sales and improve overall performance.

Opendorse

Series A in 2020
Opendorse is a company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to streamline the endorsement process for athletes and brands. Founded in 2012 by Adi Kunalic, Blake Lawrence, and Timothy Braun, and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Opendorse's platform enables athletes to receive and share curated content, such as videos, photos, and GIFs, across their social media channels. The service is aimed at enhancing athlete marketing by connecting athletes with brands and fans, allowing for effective social media campaigns. By analyzing campaign goals and target markets, Opendorse facilitates the endorsement process, providing a streamlined approach for brands to engage with athletes and their audiences.

Job Share Connect

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Job Sharing is a solution to the global talent crisis businesses are facing. It benefits employees, businesses, and society. Job sharing accesses untapped talent pools and provides the multi-generational workforce with the flexibility needed to integrate work and life. The match is crucial. Our proprietary matching process ensures success.

LeverageRx

Convertible Note in 2020
LeverageRx, LLC is a digital lending and insurance marketplace tailored for medical professionals, including doctors and dentists. Founded in 2018 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers a platform that allows users to compare rates on various financial services. These services include student loan refinancing, personal loans, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and specialized mortgage programs designed specifically for medical professionals. LeverageRx aims to address the distinct financial challenges faced by those in the medical field across the United States.

BasicBlock

Seed Round in 2020
BasicBlock, Inc. develops a software application that facilitates transactions for the trucking industry. It offers BasicBlock that helps truck drivers receive payment for services and costs by streamlining the collection of paperwork for invoices. The company’s BasicBlock mobile application to scan documents; enter the order number or trip number to associate documents with specific loads; label documents; and view documents and edit labels from the home office. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

OpsCompass

Series A in 2020
OpsCompass is a cloud intelligence platform designed to assist organizations in optimizing their multi-cloud deployments while managing costs and compliance. Founded in 2016 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers software that automatically monitors cloud resources, providing real-time insights to identify potential issues before they escalate. By simplifying cloud operations and integrating seamlessly with existing processes, OpsCompass empowers technical and management personnel to automate and enforce security policies without requiring specialized expertise. The platform delivers point-in-time visibility into cloud infrastructure, facilitating effective cost management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Myelin Solution

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Myelin is a care collaboration platform that allows health care teams to turn population health data into action.

Vesta

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Vesta operates an event management platform designed to connect communities through various events. The platform offers a range of services, allowing users to register accounts, create and promote events, send and respond to invitations, and conduct interest surveys. Additionally, it provides feedback mechanisms and analytics to help users gauge event performance. By offering personalized recommendations, Vesta enables event creators to effectively promote their events while helping attendees discover relevant opportunities, thus fostering community engagement and facilitating meaningful connections.

CropMetrics

Convertible Note in 2019
CropMetrics LLC is a precision agriculture company based in North Bend, Nebraska, founded in 2009. It specializes in precision irrigation management services and offers a range of advanced agronomic solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of water, nutrient, and energy use while promoting natural resource conservation. The company's services include precision starter applications, variable rate irrigation (VRI), customized VRI prescriptions, advanced data analysis, optimal probe placement, and variable rate seeding and fertilization programs. CropMetrics delivers its services through a network of dealers, helping farmers leverage soil health and moisture data to improve crop yields and increase profitability. As of January 2020, CropMetrics operates as a subsidiary of CropX Technologies Ltd.

Certified Cell

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Certified Cell operates an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of quality pre-owned cell phones. The platform provides a straightforward process for consumers to find affordable devices while offering sellers a convenient and secure way to sell their phones through trusted local retail locations. By eliminating the need for in-person transactions, Certified Cell ensures a safe experience for both buyers and sellers, making it easier for users to engage in the pre-owned phone market without the concerns associated with direct exchanges. This model benefits retailers by providing them with a hassle-free medium for consignment sales without requiring any upfront costs.

VIDANYX

Series A in 2019
VidaNyx, Inc. develops cloud-based digital video evidence management software specifically designed for child advocacy centers and organizations assisting victims of human trafficking and abuse. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, the company focuses on addressing the needs of Child Advocacy Centers (CACs) in the United States, which support over 700,000 children who experience abuse and neglect annually. VidaNyx's software not only manages and protects digital video evidence but also provides comprehensive reporting, dashboards, and chain of custody tracking. The company collaborates with various stakeholders, including the National Children’s Alliance, Project Harmony, and the FBI, as well as a diverse advisory council comprising attorneys, prosecutors, therapists, and forensic interviewers, to innovate technology solutions that enhance support for victims of childhood sexual assault and abuse.

Retail Aware

Seed Round in 2019
Retail Aware Inc. is a technology company based in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2016, that specializes in wireless sensors designed for business intelligence in retail environments. The company's sensors gather real-time data on consumer behavior, tracking metrics such as footfall, engagement, dwell time, and operational conditions like temperature and motion. This information allows brands and retailers to identify shelf-level opportunities, optimize merchandising strategies, and enhance the return on investment for trade and marketing initiatives. Retail Aware also provides an analytics platform that integrates seamlessly with existing tools through an API, delivering insights via dashboards and reports. By offering services related to integration, Internet of Things (IoT), and digital signage connectivity, Retail Aware supports retail manufacturers and their supply chains in making data-driven decisions to increase sales and improve overall performance.

Pinata

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Pinata develops tools designed to easily create and manage content on the interplanetary file system. The company's tools simplify immutable data and combine blockchains with immutable off-chain data storage, enabling developers to increase the speed and stability required for production applications.

OpsCompass

Seed Round in 2019
OpsCompass is a cloud intelligence platform designed to assist organizations in optimizing their multi-cloud deployments while managing costs and compliance. Founded in 2016 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers software that automatically monitors cloud resources, providing real-time insights to identify potential issues before they escalate. By simplifying cloud operations and integrating seamlessly with existing processes, OpsCompass empowers technical and management personnel to automate and enforce security policies without requiring specialized expertise. The platform delivers point-in-time visibility into cloud infrastructure, facilitating effective cost management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Fourstarzz Media

Seed Round in 2019
Fourstarzz Media LLC specializes in influencer marketing solutions, providing brands and agencies with tools and services to develop effective influencer-driven campaigns. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company focuses on enhancing the efficiency of marketing efforts by facilitating the identification of relevant social media influencers. Through extensive analysis, Fourstarzz enables companies to connect with the right influencers and access appropriate platforms, ultimately helping to attract customers in an evolving marketing landscape that favors personalized engagement over traditional outbound methods.

CompanyCam

Seed Round in 2019
CompanyCam, Inc. offers a photo documentation and communication application tailored for contractors. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the app allows users to take unlimited time-stamped and location-based photos, which are securely stored in the cloud. It facilitates team collaboration by enabling users to access photos and discussions in context, share galleries and reports, and communicate through in-app commenting, mentions, and voice notes. Additionally, users can annotate photos with drawings, tags, and stickers to provide clear instructions or information directly on the images. The platform also includes features for searching and organizing projects, making it easier for teams to track progress and manage fieldwork effectively.

Centese

Series A in 2019
Esculon, Inc. develops cardiothoracic post-operative medical equipment for post-operative surgical care and patient monitoring. The company's product includes Thoraguard which is an intelligent surgical drainage system. It is a small-bore chest tube with integrated sensors and smart algorithms that is inserted into patients who have undergone cardiothoracic surgery to ensure proper post-surgical drainage. It minimizes potential injury to surrounding organs that may occur with larger tubes. Further, it monitors wound site drainage, ensures proper evacuation, and provides data for clinical decision support for the attending clinician. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

BasicBlock

Pre Seed Round in 2019
BasicBlock, Inc. develops a software application that facilitates transactions for the trucking industry. It offers BasicBlock that helps truck drivers receive payment for services and costs by streamlining the collection of paperwork for invoices. The company’s BasicBlock mobile application to scan documents; enter the order number or trip number to associate documents with specific loads; label documents; and view documents and edit labels from the home office. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

Juno

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Juno is a greeting card service that marries a curated selection of boutique and letterpress stationery. It encourages deeper and more thoughtful relationships through simple gestures of love, support, celebration, and sympathy. It was designed by nationally-recognized and emerging artists, with a reminder system and home delivery. It was founded by brothers Jesse and Ross Harding in 2019 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.

KPI Ninja

Seed Round in 2019
KPI Ninja, a leader in healthcare analytics and performance improvement, is a healthcare technology and consulting company that accelerates the achievement of strategic goals through a better means of managing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). KPI Ninja is one of the fastest growing healthcare analytics company in the Midwest region. Founded in 2014, KPI Ninja's mission is to improve the health of the communities. We do that by partnering with Health Information Exchange (HIE) companies, Health Systems, Critical Access Hospitals, Clinics, and Direct Primary Care (DPC) organizations. We also partner with other healthcare technology companies to build custom analytics applications to solve their data needs. KPI Ninja is defined by our unique culture - our goal is not to just create dashboards and insights through data, but to partner with our customers to actually improve the outcomes that matter to them. We encourage our teams to be bold and solve complex problems that our customers care most about. We work in small teams and move swiftly to develop new solutions, constantly iterating.

KPI Ninja

Seed Round in 2019
KPI Ninja, a leader in healthcare analytics and performance improvement, is a healthcare technology and consulting company that accelerates the achievement of strategic goals through a better means of managing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). KPI Ninja is one of the fastest growing healthcare analytics company in the Midwest region. Founded in 2014, KPI Ninja's mission is to improve the health of the communities. We do that by partnering with Health Information Exchange (HIE) companies, Health Systems, Critical Access Hospitals, Clinics, and Direct Primary Care (DPC) organizations. We also partner with other healthcare technology companies to build custom analytics applications to solve their data needs. KPI Ninja is defined by our unique culture - our goal is not to just create dashboards and insights through data, but to partner with our customers to actually improve the outcomes that matter to them. We encourage our teams to be bold and solve complex problems that our customers care most about. We work in small teams and move swiftly to develop new solutions, constantly iterating.

V2verify

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Protecting the worlds data through Voice BioMetrics

RealmFive

Debt Financing in 2019
RealmFive, founded in 2012 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, provides a wireless sensor connectivity platform tailored for the agriculture industry. The company is revolutionizing customer interactions with agricultural technology across various sectors, including agronomy, inventory, irrigation, livestock, and machinery. By utilizing advanced long-range radio technology and user-friendly devices, RealmFive's platform facilitates remote monitoring, control, and data-driven decision-making. Its modular and flexible design allows for seamless third-party integration and robust API connections to other digital farming platforms. RealmFive's expanding portfolio includes applications for soil moisture, weather, irrigation monitoring, and state monitoring, effectively delivering sensor-to-cloud solutions to enhance agricultural practices.

HerHeadquarters

Pre Seed Round in 2019
HerHeadquarters is a platform that connects women entrepreneurs with brand partnership opportunities among women-owned businesses. By facilitating collaborations, the platform aims to enhance visibility and generate revenue for both parties involved. Users can specify their partnership preferences and discover suitable matches, allowing them to secure collaborations for various projects, events, and campaigns. This social networking application empowers women founders, entrepreneurs, and freelancers to find potential allies and enhance their business ventures through mutually beneficial partnerships.

Encounter Telehealth

Debt Financing in 2019
Encounter Telepsychiatry is now Encounter Telehealth. Please visit us on our new company page.Encounter Telehealth addresses a growing demand for psychiatric services in rural areas by enabling remote communication between a patient and a licensed psychiatric provider. Patients benefit from consistent treatment, medication management and improved care outcomes.

Retail Aware

Seed Round in 2019
Retail Aware Inc. is a technology company based in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2016, that specializes in wireless sensors designed for business intelligence in retail environments. The company's sensors gather real-time data on consumer behavior, tracking metrics such as footfall, engagement, dwell time, and operational conditions like temperature and motion. This information allows brands and retailers to identify shelf-level opportunities, optimize merchandising strategies, and enhance the return on investment for trade and marketing initiatives. Retail Aware also provides an analytics platform that integrates seamlessly with existing tools through an API, delivering insights via dashboards and reports. By offering services related to integration, Internet of Things (IoT), and digital signage connectivity, Retail Aware supports retail manufacturers and their supply chains in making data-driven decisions to increase sales and improve overall performance.

LiveBy

Venture Round in 2019
LiveBy, Inc. is a neighborhood discovery company that specializes in providing technology solutions for the real estate industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, LiveBy develops tools that assist homebuyers in finding suitable neighborhoods by integrating hyper-local content and property data. Its main offerings include a neighborhood matching application, which connects users with relevant local information and property listings, and data services that enable real estate professionals to create customized web products and engage clients more effectively. By combining community data with individual preferences, LiveBy helps streamline the home discovery process, allowing users to make informed decisions about potential locations. The company's solutions are designed to enhance website engagement for real estate professionals and facilitate better connections with homebuyers, ultimately aiding in quicker and more efficient home searches.

Drone Amplified

Seed Round in 2019
Drone Amplified, Inc. specializes in fire ignition management through innovative drone technology. The company has developed IGNIS, a system that integrates with drones to carry chemical spheres capable of initiating a controlled fire upon deployment. This technology aims to improve the safety and efficiency of fire management practices, offering a more affordable alternative to traditional helicopter methods. By serving landowners, public wildlands, and federal and state agencies, Drone Amplified enhances control over prescribed burns while significantly reducing risks to personnel involved in fire management. Incorporated in 2017 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company is committed to advancing fire management solutions through its cutting-edge drone systems.

OpsCompass

Seed Round in 2019
OpsCompass is a cloud intelligence platform designed to assist organizations in optimizing their multi-cloud deployments while managing costs and compliance. Founded in 2016 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers software that automatically monitors cloud resources, providing real-time insights to identify potential issues before they escalate. By simplifying cloud operations and integrating seamlessly with existing processes, OpsCompass empowers technical and management personnel to automate and enforce security policies without requiring specialized expertise. The platform delivers point-in-time visibility into cloud infrastructure, facilitating effective cost management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

CompanyCam

Seed Round in 2018
CompanyCam, Inc. offers a photo documentation and communication application tailored for contractors. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the app allows users to take unlimited time-stamped and location-based photos, which are securely stored in the cloud. It facilitates team collaboration by enabling users to access photos and discussions in context, share galleries and reports, and communicate through in-app commenting, mentions, and voice notes. Additionally, users can annotate photos with drawings, tags, and stickers to provide clear instructions or information directly on the images. The platform also includes features for searching and organizing projects, making it easier for teams to track progress and manage fieldwork effectively.

MultiMechanics

Seed Round in 2018
MultiMechanics, Inc. develops software solutions for modeling and analyzing material microstructures, utilizing TRUE Multiscal technology to assess material behavior. The company offers coupled thermo-chemo-mechanical tools designed for applications such as layered 3D printing and viscoelastic cement concrete. Its flagship software, MultiMech, is compatible with major engineering platforms like Abaqus and Ansys, allowing engineers to generate microstructures, explore damage mechanisms, and conduct implicit mechanical analyses. This virtual testing software aids companies in reducing the need for physical prototyping and testing, enabling them to innovate in complex materials while accurately predicting structural failures based on microstructural design variables. MultiMechanics serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and consumer products, helping clients save significantly on product development costs. Founded in 2010 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company is a subsidiary of Siemens Aktiengesellschaft.

Yumaroo

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Yumaroo operates an online platform that offers personalized meal suggestions for restaurant-goers. Founded in 2018 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the platform helps users discover various food options tailored to their taste preferences and dietary restrictions. By analyzing reviews submitted by users, Yumaroo generates customized meal recommendations, making the dining experience more efficient and enjoyable. Additionally, the platform provides restaurants with valuable insights into their menu performance, allowing them to better understand customer preferences. Users can also leave reviews of their dining experiences and earn rewards for their contributions, further enhancing engagement within the platform.

Pincurl Girls

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Pincurl Girls is a company dedicated to inspiring girls to love themselves and pursue their dreams. They offer a variety of products through their website, including sweatshirts, T-shirts, and accessories, all featuring the Pincurl Girl character along with uplifting messages. These products are designed for various settings, such as home, school, and the office, catering to a wide audience of girls and women. The company's mission is to encourage positivity and self-affirmation, helping girls to develop a strong sense of self-worth and motivation.

Jord Producers

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Jord Producers is engaged in the commercial-scale production of mealworms, offering a range of products aimed at animal and human consumption across the United States. The company provides live mealworms, dried mealworms as a feed ingredient, and mealworm manure, which serves as a natural soil amendment that enhances plant immunity against diseases. Additionally, Jord Producers supplies custom-designed mealworm rearing trays for growers, catering to the increasing demand for sustainable and alternative protein sources in both animal feed and human food markets.

Pawlytics

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Pawlytics is a software company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, specializing in solutions for animal welfare organizations. The company provides an analytical and data management application that enhances communication both internally and externally within these organizations. Its software enables users to predict the likelihood of pet adoptions, organize transportation for animals, and manage records for current, incoming, and past pets. Additionally, Pawlytics offers custom volunteer forms and a dedicated portal where volunteers can register and receive notifications about nearby pet events. This comprehensive platform aims to streamline operations and improve the overall efficiency of animal welfare initiatives.

Squad Genius

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Squad Genius, Inc. develops team management application. The product can be used by team coaches to communicate through messages, share schedules, and to request, track, and collect payments. Squad Genius, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Sacramento, California.

Drone Amplified

Seed Round in 2018
Drone Amplified, Inc. specializes in fire ignition management through innovative drone technology. The company has developed IGNIS, a system that integrates with drones to carry chemical spheres capable of initiating a controlled fire upon deployment. This technology aims to improve the safety and efficiency of fire management practices, offering a more affordable alternative to traditional helicopter methods. By serving landowners, public wildlands, and federal and state agencies, Drone Amplified enhances control over prescribed burns while significantly reducing risks to personnel involved in fire management. Incorporated in 2017 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company is committed to advancing fire management solutions through its cutting-edge drone systems.

LiveBy

Debt Financing in 2018
LiveBy, Inc. is a neighborhood discovery company that specializes in providing technology solutions for the real estate industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, LiveBy develops tools that assist homebuyers in finding suitable neighborhoods by integrating hyper-local content and property data. Its main offerings include a neighborhood matching application, which connects users with relevant local information and property listings, and data services that enable real estate professionals to create customized web products and engage clients more effectively. By combining community data with individual preferences, LiveBy helps streamline the home discovery process, allowing users to make informed decisions about potential locations. The company's solutions are designed to enhance website engagement for real estate professionals and facilitate better connections with homebuyers, ultimately aiding in quicker and more efficient home searches.

CropMetrics

Debt Financing in 2018
CropMetrics LLC is a precision agriculture company based in North Bend, Nebraska, founded in 2009. It specializes in precision irrigation management services and offers a range of advanced agronomic solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of water, nutrient, and energy use while promoting natural resource conservation. The company's services include precision starter applications, variable rate irrigation (VRI), customized VRI prescriptions, advanced data analysis, optimal probe placement, and variable rate seeding and fertilization programs. CropMetrics delivers its services through a network of dealers, helping farmers leverage soil health and moisture data to improve crop yields and increase profitability. As of January 2020, CropMetrics operates as a subsidiary of CropX Technologies Ltd.

CoreLeap

Seed Round in 2018
CoreLeap streamlines ecommerce returns.

TAGG

Seed Round in 2018
TAGG, LLC is a mobile application developer based in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2012. The application enables users to TAGG their purchases at participating businesses, allowing them to support local schools, teams, and nonprofits. When users make purchases, businesses donate a percentage of the sales to these organizations, facilitating community fundraising efforts. The application also incorporates social media sharing features, enhancing visibility and engagement for local causes. TAGG serves customers primarily in the Omaha metro area and Lincoln, providing a platform that enables users to contribute to their chosen social causes without incurring additional costs. The company seeks to create a positive impact by connecting consumers with charitable initiatives in their communities.

Fourstarzz Media

Seed Round in 2018
Fourstarzz Media LLC specializes in influencer marketing solutions, providing brands and agencies with tools and services to develop effective influencer-driven campaigns. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, the company focuses on enhancing the efficiency of marketing efforts by facilitating the identification of relevant social media influencers. Through extensive analysis, Fourstarzz enables companies to connect with the right influencers and access appropriate platforms, ultimately helping to attract customers in an evolving marketing landscape that favors personalized engagement over traditional outbound methods.

SmallDataTech

Seed Round in 2018
SmallDataTech specializes in providing cost-effective solutions for small data transmissions tailored to the Internet of Things (IoT) in both rural and urban environments. The company develops network infrastructure technology that supports efficient data communication, particularly in areas lacking reliable internet access and with poor Wi-Fi connectivity. SmallDataTech offers a range of devices, a private LoRa-based network, and a universal dashboard application designed to facilitate data transmission for sectors such as grain production and livestock management. By focusing on affordable and effective data transfer, SmallDataTech enables workers in rural settings to utilize sensor data effectively, thereby enhancing operational efficiency in agricultural practices.

Gazella Wifi-Marketing

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2015, Gazella Wifi operates as a wifi-marketing space. Gazella turns guest wifi into an automated marketing tool.

LeverageRx

Seed Round in 2018
LeverageRx, LLC is a digital lending and insurance marketplace tailored for medical professionals, including doctors and dentists. Founded in 2018 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company offers a platform that allows users to compare rates on various financial services. These services include student loan refinancing, personal loans, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and specialized mortgage programs designed specifically for medical professionals. LeverageRx aims to address the distinct financial challenges faced by those in the medical field across the United States.
MatMaCorp (Materials and Machines Corporation) is a developer of comprehensive solutions for science, medicine and agriculture. By combining engineering, life science and information technology, we are developing portable, easy to use and affordable devices and systems for applications ranging from food safety to genetic analysis. Though harder to achieve, we believe in developing simple solutions for complex problems.

ScoutSheet

Seed Round in 2018
ScoutSheet is a sales prospecting tool that specializes in relationship mapping and smart list-building. It enables users to analyze and visualize data in real-time, helping sales professionals make strategic decisions based on their network and geographical information. By gathering real-time data, ScoutSheet assists users in identifying potential business opportunities and understanding which connections could be advantageous for their sales efforts.

Encounter Telehealth

Seed Round in 2017
Encounter Telepsychiatry is now Encounter Telehealth. Please visit us on our new company page.Encounter Telehealth addresses a growing demand for psychiatric services in rural areas by enabling remote communication between a patient and a licensed psychiatric provider. Patients benefit from consistent treatment, medication management and improved care outcomes.

Opendorse

Series A in 2017
Opendorse is a company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed to streamline the endorsement process for athletes and brands. Founded in 2012 by Adi Kunalic, Blake Lawrence, and Timothy Braun, and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Opendorse's platform enables athletes to receive and share curated content, such as videos, photos, and GIFs, across their social media channels. The service is aimed at enhancing athlete marketing by connecting athletes with brands and fans, allowing for effective social media campaigns. By analyzing campaign goals and target markets, Opendorse facilitates the endorsement process, providing a streamlined approach for brands to engage with athletes and their audiences.

T'Work

Seed Round in 2017
T'Work is a peer-to-peer tool rental marketplace. Users may lend and borrow tools over a network providing safe credit card processing and effective legal agreements while saving money and actually getting to finish the job.

Financial Transmission Network

Venture Round in 2017
Financial Transmission Network, Inc. designs, develops, and manages receivable management and payment processing solutions for organizations. It offers ETran, a cloud computing based software-as-a-service receivables platform that incorporates check scanning/remote deposit capture, single and recurring credit card payment processing, single and recurring automated clearing house and cash processing, remittance processing, and web payments solutions. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.

RealmFive

Series A in 2017
RealmFive, founded in 2012 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, provides a wireless sensor connectivity platform tailored for the agriculture industry. The company is revolutionizing customer interactions with agricultural technology across various sectors, including agronomy, inventory, irrigation, livestock, and machinery. By utilizing advanced long-range radio technology and user-friendly devices, RealmFive's platform facilitates remote monitoring, control, and data-driven decision-making. Its modular and flexible design allows for seamless third-party integration and robust API connections to other digital farming platforms. RealmFive's expanding portfolio includes applications for soil moisture, weather, irrigation monitoring, and state monitoring, effectively delivering sensor-to-cloud solutions to enhance agricultural practices.

Fyiio

Pre Seed Round in 2017
fyiio Inc. is an Omaha, Nebraska-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing an online training platform tailored for businesses. This platform allows users to create and display both video and written tutorials, catering to individual preferences regarding format and length. fyiio's solution simplifies the process of producing instructional content by enabling users to upload videos, add step-by-step instructions, and synchronize the two, ensuring that learners can engage with tutorials seamlessly while performing tasks concurrently. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and searchable, allowing users to quickly access the information they need.

Kiai

Seed Round in 2017
Kiai, Inc. is a technology company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, founded in 2017. It specializes in automation solutions that focus on web scraping and natural language processing. Kiai's platform is designed to assist digital marketers by enhancing search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. The company provides tools that quickly crawl and analyze web content, delivering actionable insights to improve content relevance and performance. Additionally, Kiai helps publishers understand audience engagement by revealing what content resonates with readers and what does not, thereby optimizing web traffic generation. Through its innovative use of artificial intelligence and machine learning, Kiai aims to empower businesses in refining their digital marketing strategies.

Kronfeld Motor

Seed Round in 2017
Kronfeld Motors, LLC manufactures motor sport vehicle. It offers Raht Racer, a hybrid personal transportation vehicle. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Golden Valley, Minnesota.

Health Snaps

Seed Round in 2017
Health Snaps bridges fun, engaging technology with consumer's expectations of physical therapy.

MultiMechanics

Seed Round in 2017
MultiMechanics, Inc. develops software solutions for modeling and analyzing material microstructures, utilizing TRUE Multiscal technology to assess material behavior. The company offers coupled thermo-chemo-mechanical tools designed for applications such as layered 3D printing and viscoelastic cement concrete. Its flagship software, MultiMech, is compatible with major engineering platforms like Abaqus and Ansys, allowing engineers to generate microstructures, explore damage mechanisms, and conduct implicit mechanical analyses. This virtual testing software aids companies in reducing the need for physical prototyping and testing, enabling them to innovate in complex materials while accurately predicting structural failures based on microstructural design variables. MultiMechanics serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and consumer products, helping clients save significantly on product development costs. Founded in 2010 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company is a subsidiary of Siemens Aktiengesellschaft.

LiveBy

Seed Round in 2017
LiveBy, Inc. is a neighborhood discovery company that specializes in providing technology solutions for the real estate industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, LiveBy develops tools that assist homebuyers in finding suitable neighborhoods by integrating hyper-local content and property data. Its main offerings include a neighborhood matching application, which connects users with relevant local information and property listings, and data services that enable real estate professionals to create customized web products and engage clients more effectively. By combining community data with individual preferences, LiveBy helps streamline the home discovery process, allowing users to make informed decisions about potential locations. The company's solutions are designed to enhance website engagement for real estate professionals and facilitate better connections with homebuyers, ultimately aiding in quicker and more efficient home searches.

ScoutSheet

Seed Round in 2017
ScoutSheet is a sales prospecting tool that specializes in relationship mapping and smart list-building. It enables users to analyze and visualize data in real-time, helping sales professionals make strategic decisions based on their network and geographical information. By gathering real-time data, ScoutSheet assists users in identifying potential business opportunities and understanding which connections could be advantageous for their sales efforts.

Drive Spotter

Convertible Note in 2017
Drive Spotter is a technology company building a video analytics platform for high-risk heavy industries. It helps drivers and fleets make life better on the road. The company focused on improving the bottom line for commercial fleets and their insurers. Their patent-pending technology provides significant cost-saving insights to fleet managers and has a clear path towards becoming a key licensed technology in the autonomous vehicle arena and a key data source for insurers, map providers, urban planners, and more. Drive Spotter was founded in 2015 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska, United States.

Travefy

Series A in 2017
Travefy Incorporated operates a platform designed for itinerary management and client communication, catering to travel professionals and companies globally. Founded in 2012 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, Travefy offers two main products: Travefy Professional, which allows travel agents to create and send itineraries and quotes, and Travefy Personal, a user-friendly group travel planning tool. The latter enables groups to collaborate on trip details, build itineraries, book accommodations, and manage shared expenses seamlessly. Travefy is accessible to both consumers and travel professionals, and it has garnered recognition from prominent publications such as The New York Times and Forbes, as well as numerous innovation awards.

Blue Prairie

Series A in 2016
Blue Prairie Brands LLC, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, specializes in the manufacture of inulin, a prebiotic ingredient known for its health benefits. The company produces soluble, indigestible fibers that enhance the nutritional content of various food products, beverages, and dietary supplements. Their flagship product is a gluten-free, non-GMO form of inulin, which supports digestive health when combined with probiotics. Additionally, Blue Prairie's innovative approach to production offers farmers a profitable rotation crop that aligns with their existing agricultural practices. By focusing on functional foods and dietary fiber, Blue Prairie Brands aims to improve the nutritional value of products in the market while promoting a healthy gut environment.

LiveBy

Convertible Note in 2016
LiveBy, Inc. is a neighborhood discovery company that specializes in providing technology solutions for the real estate industry. Founded in 2015 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, LiveBy develops tools that assist homebuyers in finding suitable neighborhoods by integrating hyper-local content and property data. Its main offerings include a neighborhood matching application, which connects users with relevant local information and property listings, and data services that enable real estate professionals to create customized web products and engage clients more effectively. By combining community data with individual preferences, LiveBy helps streamline the home discovery process, allowing users to make informed decisions about potential locations. The company's solutions are designed to enhance website engagement for real estate professionals and facilitate better connections with homebuyers, ultimately aiding in quicker and more efficient home searches.

Blue Prairie

Seed Round in 2015
Blue Prairie Brands LLC, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, specializes in the manufacture of inulin, a prebiotic ingredient known for its health benefits. The company produces soluble, indigestible fibers that enhance the nutritional content of various food products, beverages, and dietary supplements. Their flagship product is a gluten-free, non-GMO form of inulin, which supports digestive health when combined with probiotics. Additionally, Blue Prairie's innovative approach to production offers farmers a profitable rotation crop that aligns with their existing agricultural practices. By focusing on functional foods and dietary fiber, Blue Prairie Brands aims to improve the nutritional value of products in the market while promoting a healthy gut environment.

Seamster.io

Seed Round in 2015
Seamster.io is an adaptive content-marketing platform that helps companies create, manage, and execute content strategies across multiple channels. Businesses can use Seamster.io to deliver personalized content based on the time, device, platform, and location of their audience. They can maximize reach with an API to deliver content on websites, apps, kiosks, digital signage, and more. Seamster.io was launched in 2014 and is operated from Nebraska, United States.
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