BiomeSense
Seed Round in 2022
BiomeSense develops an integrated hardware, software, and data platform to scale microbiome data collection and analysis for clinical research. The company integrates at-home monitoring of the gut microbiome through its GutLab smart-bathroom system with the MetaBiome time-series analytics platform to connect microbiome changes with clinical outcomes in real time. Its platform supports large-scale, densely longitudinal datasets to discover, validate, and commercialize microbiome biomarkers, enabling clinicians to apply microbiome insights to improve human health. Founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, BiomeSense seeks to advance precision medicine by providing end-to-end microbiome measurement and analytics.
Elevate K-12
Private Equity Round in 2021
Founded in 2015, Elevate K-12 is a Chicago-based instructional services company. It specializes in live streaming instruction to K-12 classrooms, delivering lessons into physical classrooms via its proprietary multi-location stream technology and learning management system.
Interior Define
Series D in 2021
Interior Define Inc. is a furniture design and manufacturing company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2013. It specializes in customizable furniture products, including sofas, occasional chairs, chaise lounges, and sectionals. By employing a made-to-order production approach, Interior Define allows customers to personalize their furniture according to various factors such as size, configuration, fabric, and leg style, creating a high-quality, tailored experience akin to luxury brands but at more accessible prices. The company operates through both online platforms and physical showrooms, known as Guideshops, located in major cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Customers can explore products in a 360-degree view online, order free fabric swatches, and utilize an augmented reality app to visualize furniture in their own homes. Interior Define also emphasizes customer service with complimentary white glove delivery and a standard 365-day return policy, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
BiomeSense
Seed Round in 2021
BiomeSense develops an integrated hardware, software, and data platform to scale microbiome data collection and analysis for clinical research. The company integrates at-home monitoring of the gut microbiome through its GutLab smart-bathroom system with the MetaBiome time-series analytics platform to connect microbiome changes with clinical outcomes in real time. Its platform supports large-scale, densely longitudinal datasets to discover, validate, and commercialize microbiome biomarkers, enabling clinicians to apply microbiome insights to improve human health. Founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, BiomeSense seeks to advance precision medicine by providing end-to-end microbiome measurement and analytics.
Elevate K-12
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2015, Elevate K-12 is a Chicago-based instructional services company. It specializes in live streaming instruction to K-12 classrooms, delivering lessons into physical classrooms via its proprietary multi-location stream technology and learning management system.
Psyonic
Seed Round in 2020
Psyonic, Inc. is a company that develops advanced bionic limbs aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals with amputations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, Psyonic focuses on creating innovative prosthetic solutions, with its flagship product being an advanced bionic hand. This hand features muscle pattern recognition technology and provides sensory feedback, allowing users to perform everyday tasks with greater ease. Designed to be user-friendly and durable, it is also positioned to be affordable, with aspirations for full insurance coverage to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for users. The company's commitment to accessibility ensures that its products cater to a wide range of needs for those with amputations and injured limbs.
ClearFlame Engines
Seed Round in 2020
ClearFlame Engines, Inc. develops and manufactures innovative engines for heavy-duty applications, focusing on decarbonizing the industry by replacing traditional diesel engines. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois, the company serves diverse markets, including marine, agriculture, transportation, power generation, rail, and construction. ClearFlame's patented technology allows heavy-duty engine manufacturers to produce engines that offer higher performance and lower operating costs, providing significant fuel cost savings for their customers. The company's mission is to address the environmental challenges posed by diesel fuel while enhancing engine efficiency and affordability.
Interior Define
Series C in 2020
Interior Define Inc. is a furniture design and manufacturing company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2013. It specializes in customizable furniture products, including sofas, occasional chairs, chaise lounges, and sectionals. By employing a made-to-order production approach, Interior Define allows customers to personalize their furniture according to various factors such as size, configuration, fabric, and leg style, creating a high-quality, tailored experience akin to luxury brands but at more accessible prices. The company operates through both online platforms and physical showrooms, known as Guideshops, located in major cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Customers can explore products in a 360-degree view online, order free fabric swatches, and utilize an augmented reality app to visualize furniture in their own homes. Interior Define also emphasizes customer service with complimentary white glove delivery and a standard 365-day return policy, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Hallow is a Catholic prayer and meditation app that hopes to help folks grow closer to God. It helps in finding peace, deepen the relationship with God, and sleeping soundly every night.
It was founded in 2018 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
Elevate K-12
Series A in 2019
Founded in 2015, Elevate K-12 is a Chicago-based instructional services company. It specializes in live streaming instruction to K-12 classrooms, delivering lessons into physical classrooms via its proprietary multi-location stream technology and learning management system.
Nurture Life
Series A in 2019
Nurture Life provides subscription-based, ready-to-eat meals for babies, toddlers, and kids, delivered weekly to families. Meals are chef-crafted and nutritionally balanced by pediatric dietitians, using organic ingredients to meet evolving dietary needs while expanding young palates and introducing new flavors and textures. The approach emphasizes quality sourcing, convenient delivery, and a strong focus on helping parents provide healthy meals. Based in Chicago and founded in 2015, Nurture Life aims to offer reliable, nutritious options that support age-appropriate nutrition and peace of mind for families.
Page Vault
Series A in 2018
Page Vault Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a software solution designed for legal professionals to capture web content, including social media, corporate websites, and blog posts, in a forensically defensible and legally admissible manner. Founded in 2013, Page Vault offers a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform that allows users to archive web pages as they appear online, preserving essential metadata and generating easy-to-print PDF documents. Its solution is particularly beneficial for those working in intellectual property, family law, insurance defense, general litigation, and website compliance. The company serves a diverse clientele, including law firms, government offices, corporate general counsels, insurance providers, legal consulting companies, solo practitioners, eDiscovery firms, and non-profit organizations.
Elevate K-12
Series A in 2018
Founded in 2015, Elevate K-12 is a Chicago-based instructional services company. It specializes in live streaming instruction to K-12 classrooms, delivering lessons into physical classrooms via its proprietary multi-location stream technology and learning management system.
Page Vault
Series A in 2016
Page Vault Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a software solution designed for legal professionals to capture web content, including social media, corporate websites, and blog posts, in a forensically defensible and legally admissible manner. Founded in 2013, Page Vault offers a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform that allows users to archive web pages as they appear online, preserving essential metadata and generating easy-to-print PDF documents. Its solution is particularly beneficial for those working in intellectual property, family law, insurance defense, general litigation, and website compliance. The company serves a diverse clientele, including law firms, government offices, corporate general counsels, insurance providers, legal consulting companies, solo practitioners, eDiscovery firms, and non-profit organizations.
Page Vault
Seed Round in 2015
Page Vault Inc. is a Chicago-based company that provides a software solution designed for legal professionals to capture web content, including social media, corporate websites, and blog posts, in a forensically defensible and legally admissible manner. Founded in 2013, Page Vault offers a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service platform that allows users to archive web pages as they appear online, preserving essential metadata and generating easy-to-print PDF documents. Its solution is particularly beneficial for those working in intellectual property, family law, insurance defense, general litigation, and website compliance. The company serves a diverse clientele, including law firms, government offices, corporate general counsels, insurance providers, legal consulting companies, solo practitioners, eDiscovery firms, and non-profit organizations.
UpCity, LLC is an online marketplace that connects businesses with trusted agencies and digital marketing professionals. Founded in 2009 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a comprehensive directory of marketing service providers across various local markets and industry sectors, including Texas, Georgia, Illinois, Colorado, California, and New York. Formerly known as DIYSEO, LLC, UpCity rebranded in January 2013 to better reflect its focus on fostering successful relationships between businesses and service providers, ranging from marketers to accountants and HR professionals. By providing transparency and insights, UpCity enhances the B2B partner selection process, enabling small and medium-sized businesses to make informed decisions when choosing marketing services. The platform also supports inbound marketing strategies by directing consumer traffic and generating valuable data for businesses.
Rivet
Venture Round in 2014
Rivet Radio, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that creates and distributes audio news and feature stories on a global scale. It offers a range of products, including business podcasts, national and international news, corporate reports, and training materials for employee communications and compliance. Rivet provides an API that allows businesses to access and integrate its audio content into their own distribution channels, enhancing their communication strategies. Additionally, the company produces custom branded audio content for corporate websites and offers a mobile app that delivers personalized audio news. Founded in 2012 and originally known as HearHere Radio, Rivet has established itself as a notable player in the audio news industry, providing services that cater to both individual consumers and enterprise clients.
Eyelation
Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2009, Eyelation specializes in providing prescription safety eyewear solutions for businesses. It offers a range of frames and programs designed to meet corporate safety needs, utilizing innovative kiosk technology and benefit management systems to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Eyelation
Series B in 2014
Founded in 2009, Eyelation specializes in providing prescription safety eyewear solutions for businesses. It offers a range of frames and programs designed to meet corporate safety needs, utilizing innovative kiosk technology and benefit management systems to streamline processes and reduce costs.