KB Partners

KB Partners, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Highland Park, Illinois, established in 1996. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on technology-driven businesses across various sectors, including sports, communications, healthcare, and consumer products. KB Partners actively partners with entrepreneurs and experienced managers to help build and scale innovative companies, particularly in the intersection of sports and technology. The firm typically engages in seed, growth, and mezzanine investments, with equity contributions ranging from $1 million to $5 million. KB Partners primarily targets opportunities in the Chicago area and surrounding Midwestern and Central U.S. markets, aiming to support passionate innovators and emerging enterprises.

Stephan Ahern

Partner

Keith Bank

CEO and Founder

Denenberg, Byron A.

Managing Director and Co-Founder

Lance Dietz

Partner

John Garabedian

Partner

Matt Howard

Principal

70 past transactions

NIL FanBox

Seed Round in 2025
NIL FanBox is a sports merchandise company that offers curated boxes of autographed collectibles for sports fans.

Symitri

Seed Round in 2024
Symitri is a developer of a data cleanroom platform that focuses on enhancing privacy and data protection in the programmatic advertising ecosystem. The platform serves as an integrated privacy firewall, enabling clients to navigate the complexities of consumer data while maintaining economic viability in advertising. By establishing a secure environment for data sharing and analysis, Symitri aims to foster a balance between effective marketing strategies and consumer privacy, making it a valuable resource for businesses operating in the open web.

The Realest

Seed Round in 2023
The Realest is an online auction platform specializing in entertainment memorabilia. It offers a next-generation authentication standard that ensures the authenticity of collectibles sourced directly from artists and athletes. The company's technology aims to provide collectors and fans with access to trusted memorabilia at affordable prices, enhancing the overall experience of buying and owning unique items from the entertainment industry.

Rypplzz

Seed Round in 2023
Rypplzz Inc. is a 3D-geospatial technology company based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2016. It specializes in developing and installing Interlife, a 3D geospatial Internet system that allows for the creation and manipulation of data linked to specific locations in airspace. Rypplzz has created a patented software platform that connects digital files to precise geolocations, enabling clients to transform their airspace into monetizable engagement opportunities. The technology is particularly relevant in industries such as sports, entertainment, and hospitality, where it enhances fan engagement and generates new revenue streams for large venues and content owners. Additionally, Rypplzz's platform offers applications in security for large commercial spaces, making it valuable amid the growing emphasis on augmented reality, web3, and geo-location services.

Tixologi

Seed Round in 2023
Tixologi is a customizable ticketing platform that empowers event producers to manage their own ticketing experiences. By utilizing blockchain technology, the platform ensures security against fraudulent and replicated tickets, while also offering adaptive time-based ticketing options. Tixologi's software is designed to be integrated into a mobile application, allowing event organizers to gain insights into their attendees and enabling ticket buyers to better understand and expand their fanbase. This approach not only facilitates ticket sales but also helps event producers build their brand and foster community engagement.

OMORPHO

Seed Round in 2023
OMORPHO is a fitness company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2017, that aims to transform training through its innovative micro-weighted sportswear. The company offers the GRAVITY SPORTSWEAR collection, which incorporates small weights strategically placed across the body, enabling users—from fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes—to enhance their performance simply by changing their clothing. This design allows for improved strength and speed without restricting natural movement, facilitating a more effective workout experience. The name OMORPHO, derived from a Greek word meaning "beautiful," reflects the company’s commitment to creating aesthetically pleasing products that support individuals in their quest for a healthier lifestyle.

C15 Studio

Seed Round in 2023
C15 Studio is a streaming TV channel operator that offers free ad-supported television channels dedicated to sports.

Bookseats

Seed Round in 2023
BookSeats.com started with a simple question; with events and travel being obvious complements, why was there no platform that allowed fans to customize sports or event tickets, flights, and hotel packages under one roof? BookSeats.com's mission is to bridge that gap and connect these services that otherwise were only offered by separate providers

nVenue

Seed Round in 2023
nVenue’s unmatched technology leverages the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence to quickly and accurately generate probabilities for every outcome of a play.

GridRival

Venture Round in 2023
GridRival, Inc. is a company that develops a motorsports application aimed at enhancing engagement among race fans through a blend of fantasy gaming and social interaction. The GridRival app allows users to create or join leagues, invite friends, and manage their teams while competing against others based on real-world race performances. This platform is designed for both mobile devices and laptops, making it accessible for users to participate from various devices. The application is available for download on the App Store and Google Play. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tigard, Oregon, GridRival seeks to make motorsports more engaging by combining gaming, betting, and motorsports content into a single user-friendly platform.

KAYA Climb

Seed Round in 2022
Kaya Climb is a climber’s app designed to connect users with the gym and local climbing community and find and share beta. It enables climbers to build an ascent pyramid, and review past climbing sessions. The company was founded in 2019 when a crew of climbers and technologists got together to create a platform for the climbing community.

Goss

Seed Round in 2022
Goss is a developer of a social gaming platform that allows users to place bets on various events and items based on their personal preferences. The application focuses on providing a fun and engaging experience, particularly for women interested in social and fashion events. Available on both web and mobile platforms, Goss's offering promotes social interaction among users while they engage in gaming activities related to their interests.

Stadium Live

Series A in 2022
Stadium Live Studios operates a sports community platform designed to engage the next generation of sports and esports fans. This virtual environment allows users to socialize, play games, and buy or earn digital collectibles, fostering a sense of individuality among participants. The platform focuses on creating a digital universe that intersects sports and culture, enabling fans to follow live scores and participate in sporting events remotely with friends. By providing a space for interaction and engagement, Stadium Live Studios aims to become the primary destination for contemporary sports enthusiasts.

ShotQuality

Venture Round in 2022
The goal of ShotQuality is to dispel the luck of the game and deliver the expected results based on the accuracy of each shot’s quality, rather than just make or miss. There are over 90 different variables involved in calculating ShotQuality. Overall, we have over 60 NCAA D-1 teams subscribed including the likes of Auburn, Arizona, and Stanford University

OMORPHO

Seed Round in 2022
OMORPHO is a fitness company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2017, that aims to transform training through its innovative micro-weighted sportswear. The company offers the GRAVITY SPORTSWEAR collection, which incorporates small weights strategically placed across the body, enabling users—from fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes—to enhance their performance simply by changing their clothing. This design allows for improved strength and speed without restricting natural movement, facilitating a more effective workout experience. The name OMORPHO, derived from a Greek word meaning "beautiful," reflects the company’s commitment to creating aesthetically pleasing products that support individuals in their quest for a healthier lifestyle.

SIQ Basketball

Seed Round in 2022
SIQ Basketball is a Los Angeles, CA-based creator of a smart basketball approved by the International Basketball Federation for game play.

Tixologi

Venture Round in 2022
Tixologi is a customizable ticketing platform that empowers event producers to manage their own ticketing experiences. By utilizing blockchain technology, the platform ensures security against fraudulent and replicated tickets, while also offering adaptive time-based ticketing options. Tixologi's software is designed to be integrated into a mobile application, allowing event organizers to gain insights into their attendees and enabling ticket buyers to better understand and expand their fanbase. This approach not only facilitates ticket sales but also helps event producers build their brand and foster community engagement.

nVenue

Seed Round in 2022
nVenue’s unmatched technology leverages the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence to quickly and accurately generate probabilities for every outcome of a play.

3ICE

Venture Round in 2021
3ICE is an independent professional ice hockey league focused on 3-on-3 gameplay, primarily serving the North American market. The league distinguishes itself by implementing rules that eliminate penalties and lengthy intermissions, alongside the use of video reviews. This approach aims to create a fast-paced and engaging experience for spectators and players alike, making the games more dynamic and appealing.

GridRival

Seed Round in 2021
GridRival, Inc. is a company that develops a motorsports application aimed at enhancing engagement among race fans through a blend of fantasy gaming and social interaction. The GridRival app allows users to create or join leagues, invite friends, and manage their teams while competing against others based on real-world race performances. This platform is designed for both mobile devices and laptops, making it accessible for users to participate from various devices. The application is available for download on the App Store and Google Play. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tigard, Oregon, GridRival seeks to make motorsports more engaging by combining gaming, betting, and motorsports content into a single user-friendly platform.

Fanpower

Seed Round in 2021
FanPower is a company that focuses on enhancing fan engagement in the sports industry through a unique platform that transforms traditional content into interactive experiences. This platform allows publishers and content creators to seamlessly integrate simple and contextual questions into their editorial content, enabling fans to express their opinions and make predictions about the sports, players, and teams they follow. By fostering continuous consumer engagement and acquiring data with verified user consent, FanPower empowers fans to actively participate in the sports conversation, thereby enriching their overall experience.

PickUp

Venture Round in 2021
Our mission is to quantify the sports fans' opinions wherever the conversation is happening — whether that's on a local sports blog, around a tv screen, or in a slack channel. Our conversational props are sourced from the discussions happening across the digital universe (Twitter, news media, subreddit channels, fan message boards, etc.) brought to life using our technology, and distributed via our API. Fans earn points whenever their pick is correct - points get redeemed for prizes in our marketplace from top brands they love.

OMORPHO

Seed Round in 2021
OMORPHO is a fitness company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2017, that aims to transform training through its innovative micro-weighted sportswear. The company offers the GRAVITY SPORTSWEAR collection, which incorporates small weights strategically placed across the body, enabling users—from fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes—to enhance their performance simply by changing their clothing. This design allows for improved strength and speed without restricting natural movement, facilitating a more effective workout experience. The name OMORPHO, derived from a Greek word meaning "beautiful," reflects the company’s commitment to creating aesthetically pleasing products that support individuals in their quest for a healthier lifestyle.

StatusPro

Seed Round in 2021
StatusPro is a sports technology company that integrates data with augmented and virtual reality to offer innovative training and gaming solutions. The company specializes in creating three-dimensional simulations that detail player performance during NFL games. These simulations are transformed into virtual reality experiences, allowing coaches, players, and fans to engage more deeply with the sport. By leveraging advanced technology, StatusPro enhances the training process and overall enjoyment of football, providing users with immersive tools for skill development and analysis.

Kenshō Health

Seed Round in 2021
Kenshō is a health company that lives in LA, operates on the internet, and promotes a whole-person philosophy of care: mind, body, and spirit. The company, founded and led by proven entrepreneurs Krista Berlincourt and Danny Steiner, pairs scientific research with personalization technology to take the guesswork out holistic health, whether you're looking for an honest answer or a trusted provider. Berlincourt is known for nurturing and scaling some of the most loved emerging technology brands like Simple, Acorns, and Microsoft from the ground up. Steiner was a digital innovation change agent at NBC, Conde Nast, and Hulu before breaking into health and wellness with Brami, a venture-backed superfood company.

ASENSEI

Seed Round in 2021
ASENSEI provides everything a technology company needs to add motion capture (3D Computer Vision and Connected Apparel) and activity-specific understanding and coaching to their product or service. (APP)AREL AND (APP)ERTURE We provide sensors harnesses and firmware to apparel companies, and 3D computer vision to apps and fitness products, that are interoperable. ASENSEI.AI SDK We provide a cross-platform software development kit to third party developers so that they can easily add motion capture powered experiences to their products and apps. TECHNIQUE LIBRARY An ever-growing library of exercises and associated coaching cues, progressions and regressions that further reduce a partner’s time to market. COACHING BLUEPRINTS Deliver high-value use-cases out of the box, with prefabricated solution accelerators. (APP)AREL Bring real-time motion capture to your platform via ASENSEI connected apparel. (APP)ERTURE Bring real-time motion capture to your platform via ASENSEI 3D computer vision using an ordinary RGB camera. REAL-TIME COACHING Never miss a movement. Count reps and motivate practice. Identify common movement flaws and cue your customers with real-time corrections. INSTRUCTIONAL LEARNING Onboard new customers through instructional teaching of your platform's common movements. MOVEMENT SCREEN The smarter way to warm up. Identify imbalance, tightness, asymmetry. Warm up intelligently, adjust programming or recommend cross-modality training. TRAINING JOURNAL Provide post-workout feedback, coaching notes, skill practice suggestions and progress tracking. DOJO Train asensei to recognize and understand posture and movement.

Compliable

Seed Round in 2021
Compliable provides a gaming licensing platform that assists companies in the real money transaction sector with obtaining and managing the necessary licenses to ensure compliance across various jurisdictions. The platform automates the licensing process, significantly reducing the time and errors associated with manual submissions. It securely stores data in encrypted systems, facilitating the onboarding and management of employees' gaming licenses across multiple states. By streamlining the licensing workflow, Compliable lowers the workload for compliance teams, reduces licensing-related costs, and accelerates market entry for its clients. This enables businesses to efficiently enter their information once, with the data automatically populated across multiple forms, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and compliance readiness.

Phenix

Series B in 2021
Phenix is a provider of real-time video streaming solutions, specializing in delivering synchronous video to large audiences with minimal latency. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers an end-to-end platform that enables rights holders and content creators to develop interactive media experiences. Phenix's technology allows for the broadcasting of live content with less than half a second of latency, making it ideal for various sectors, including sports, esports, gaming, social media, and entertainment. The platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement and retention by providing high-quality streaming across different devices and at scale. Its clientele includes content owners, network operators, and service providers, all of whom benefit from Phenix's innovative approach to real-time video delivery.

Kenshō Health

Venture Round in 2021
Kenshō is a health company that lives in LA, operates on the internet, and promotes a whole-person philosophy of care: mind, body, and spirit. The company, founded and led by proven entrepreneurs Krista Berlincourt and Danny Steiner, pairs scientific research with personalization technology to take the guesswork out holistic health, whether you're looking for an honest answer or a trusted provider. Berlincourt is known for nurturing and scaling some of the most loved emerging technology brands like Simple, Acorns, and Microsoft from the ground up. Steiner was a digital innovation change agent at NBC, Conde Nast, and Hulu before breaking into health and wellness with Brami, a venture-backed superfood company.

Alkeme Health

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Alkeme Health is a digital health platform established in 2020 by Ryan Mundy, aimed at promoting mental well-being within the Black community. The platform features content from Black practitioners and wellness experts, focusing on areas such as psychology and mindfulness. Alkeme Health seeks to normalize mental health discussions and make them accessible and aspirational. It offers online courses that educate users on various mental health topics, addressing issues like intergenerational trauma, systemic racism, anxiety, and microaggressions. The organization's mission is rooted in the belief that a healthy life begins with a healthy mind, positioning itself as a universal healthcare provider for the Black community.

Pandascore

Series A in 2020
PandaScore provides statistics and odds for the top esports competitions globally. We’re building the data infrastructure that will take the industry to the next level using AI and deep esports expertise. Top teams, bookmakers, fantasy apps, and media companies use PandaScore to get the best esports data. Join us and take part in building the future of esports.

StreamLayer

Series A in 2020
StreamLayer Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2018 that develops an interactive viewing platform designed for over-the-top (OTT) services and mobile video applications. The platform aims to enhance the video experience by enabling media distributors to create highly interactive and personalized environments for viewers. StreamLayer's technology provides a comprehensive dashboard that offers insights into viewer engagement through both summary metrics and detailed data, allowing content providers to better understand and cater to their audience's preferences. The company's innovative approach seeks to redefine how users interact with video content on smartphones and connected TVs.

Stadium Live

Seed Round in 2020
Stadium Live Studios operates a sports community platform designed to engage the next generation of sports and esports fans. This virtual environment allows users to socialize, play games, and buy or earn digital collectibles, fostering a sense of individuality among participants. The platform focuses on creating a digital universe that intersects sports and culture, enabling fans to follow live scores and participate in sporting events remotely with friends. By providing a space for interaction and engagement, Stadium Live Studios aims to become the primary destination for contemporary sports enthusiasts.

PickUp

Seed Round in 2020
Our mission is to quantify the sports fans' opinions wherever the conversation is happening — whether that's on a local sports blog, around a tv screen, or in a slack channel. Our conversational props are sourced from the discussions happening across the digital universe (Twitter, news media, subreddit channels, fan message boards, etc.) brought to life using our technology, and distributed via our API. Fans earn points whenever their pick is correct - points get redeemed for prizes in our marketplace from top brands they love.

Hammerhead

Series A in 2020
Hammerhead is a company focused on enhancing the cycling experience through advanced technology. It develops an intelligent navigation device specifically designed for cyclists, which guides users along safe bicycle routes. This device features an efficient screen and integrated cellular connectivity, providing route maps and navigation capabilities. Cyclists can create and explore new routes, build and follow personalized training plans, and share their rides with friends, all from one comprehensive device. Hammerhead aims to empower cyclists to reach their athletic potential and improve their overall riding experience through integrated software solutions.

Rupie

Seed Round in 2020
Rupie is an AI-driven platform that specializes in connecting talent with gig opportunities in the video game industry. It serves both individuals and studios by providing access to vetted talent and projects, as well as offering accurate cost and time projections. The platform simplifies project negotiation and coordination, allowing users to focus on game creation rather than administrative tasks. Rupie enhances the recruitment process by filtering industry insights and qualifications, enabling game studios and related organizations to source skilled professionals efficiently and affordably. Through its community-focused approach, Rupie aims to streamline talent acquisition and foster collaboration within the gaming sector.

Phenix

Series A in 2020
Phenix is a provider of real-time video streaming solutions, specializing in delivering synchronous video to large audiences with minimal latency. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers an end-to-end platform that enables rights holders and content creators to develop interactive media experiences. Phenix's technology allows for the broadcasting of live content with less than half a second of latency, making it ideal for various sectors, including sports, esports, gaming, social media, and entertainment. The platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement and retention by providing high-quality streaming across different devices and at scale. Its clientele includes content owners, network operators, and service providers, all of whom benefit from Phenix's innovative approach to real-time video delivery.

Repeat

Seed Round in 2019
Repeat is the leading esports tournament platform that has hosted over 80,000 tournaments and more than 100 million games in leading titles like Fortnite, Call of Duty and League of Legends. We have built proprietary asynchronous "always-on" tournaments, which are one-click to play, automated, and can scale to more than a hundred thousand players, instantly, while other platforms max out at a few hundred.

Upcomer

Seed Round in 2019
Upcomer is a platform designed for esports fans to remain informed and engaged with the esports community. It offers a mobile application that delivers essential updates, news, videos, and reviews related to various games across PC, mobile, and console platforms. The application fosters user interaction by allowing players to influence game development and participate in game-specific communities. With a high user rating of 4.8 out of 5 from over 5,000 reviews, Upcomer aims to create a vibrant and connected environment for esports enthusiasts.

Workforce Athletics

Seed Round in 2019
Workforce Athletics, Inc. is a sports organization based in Oakland, California, that aims to enhance corporate culture through team sports and diverse, inclusive experiences. Founded in 2016, the company provides an authentic sports league experience for employee-athletes, offering services such as professional coaching, custom jerseys, and professional action photography. Workforce Athletics focuses on mobilizing and empowering participants by creating structured team rosters and schedules, thereby fostering team building and camaraderie in the workplace.

Hammerhead

Seed Round in 2019
Hammerhead is a company focused on enhancing the cycling experience through advanced technology. It develops an intelligent navigation device specifically designed for cyclists, which guides users along safe bicycle routes. This device features an efficient screen and integrated cellular connectivity, providing route maps and navigation capabilities. Cyclists can create and explore new routes, build and follow personalized training plans, and share their rides with friends, all from one comprehensive device. Hammerhead aims to empower cyclists to reach their athletic potential and improve their overall riding experience through integrated software solutions.

StreamLayer

Seed Round in 2018
StreamLayer Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2018 that develops an interactive viewing platform designed for over-the-top (OTT) services and mobile video applications. The platform aims to enhance the video experience by enabling media distributors to create highly interactive and personalized environments for viewers. StreamLayer's technology provides a comprehensive dashboard that offers insights into viewer engagement through both summary metrics and detailed data, allowing content providers to better understand and cater to their audience's preferences. The company's innovative approach seeks to redefine how users interact with video content on smartphones and connected TVs.

ASENSEI

Seed Round in 2018
ASENSEI provides everything a technology company needs to add motion capture (3D Computer Vision and Connected Apparel) and activity-specific understanding and coaching to their product or service. (APP)AREL AND (APP)ERTURE We provide sensors harnesses and firmware to apparel companies, and 3D computer vision to apps and fitness products, that are interoperable. ASENSEI.AI SDK We provide a cross-platform software development kit to third party developers so that they can easily add motion capture powered experiences to their products and apps. TECHNIQUE LIBRARY An ever-growing library of exercises and associated coaching cues, progressions and regressions that further reduce a partner’s time to market. COACHING BLUEPRINTS Deliver high-value use-cases out of the box, with prefabricated solution accelerators. (APP)AREL Bring real-time motion capture to your platform via ASENSEI connected apparel. (APP)ERTURE Bring real-time motion capture to your platform via ASENSEI 3D computer vision using an ordinary RGB camera. REAL-TIME COACHING Never miss a movement. Count reps and motivate practice. Identify common movement flaws and cue your customers with real-time corrections. INSTRUCTIONAL LEARNING Onboard new customers through instructional teaching of your platform's common movements. MOVEMENT SCREEN The smarter way to warm up. Identify imbalance, tightness, asymmetry. Warm up intelligently, adjust programming or recommend cross-modality training. TRAINING JOURNAL Provide post-workout feedback, coaching notes, skill practice suggestions and progress tracking. DOJO Train asensei to recognize and understand posture and movement.

Anglr

Series A in 2018
Anglr is a company dedicated to enhancing the sportfishing experience through a vertical social app and a connected suite of IoT devices. Targeting the $50 billion sportfishing industry, Anglr offers an advanced fishing application that serves as a digital logbook for anglers. This application allows users to track essential details of their fishing trips, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and catch counts. By recording and reviewing these statistics, users can not only relive their fishing adventures but also improve their skills and share experiences with friends. The Anglr ecosystem combines technology and social interaction to create a comprehensive platform for fishing enthusiasts.

Phenix

Series A in 2017
Phenix is a provider of real-time video streaming solutions, specializing in delivering synchronous video to large audiences with minimal latency. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers an end-to-end platform that enables rights holders and content creators to develop interactive media experiences. Phenix's technology allows for the broadcasting of live content with less than half a second of latency, making it ideal for various sectors, including sports, esports, gaming, social media, and entertainment. The platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement and retention by providing high-quality streaming across different devices and at scale. Its clientele includes content owners, network operators, and service providers, all of whom benefit from Phenix's innovative approach to real-time video delivery.

SteadyMed Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2012
SteadyMed Therapeutics, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutic products for pain relief and chronic conditions. The company is known for its PatchPump, a customizable, pre-filled, and pre-programmed disposable delivery platform designed for large volume and viscous formulations. Key offerings include Trevyent, a single-use PatchPump pre-filled with treprostinil for treating pulmonary arterial hypertension, and SMT-201, which enables subcutaneous delivery of Ketorolac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Additionally, SMT-301 delivers bupivacaine directly into surgical wounds for effective local pain relief. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, California, with a research and development center in Rehovot, Israel, SteadyMed operates as a subsidiary of United Therapeutics Corporation. The company collaborates with pharmaceutical and device partners to tailor applications of its drug-infusion patches to meet specific therapeutic needs.

Accumetrics

Series D in 2008
Accumetrics is a privately-held company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of the VerifyNow System, which includes a comprehensive suite of assays for assessing platelet function. Founded in 1996, the company initially sold to Radiometer in 2000 but was repurchased by its management and investors in 2003. Accumetrics focuses on diagnostic instrumentation and test kits designed to measure individual responses to various antiplatelet agents, providing essential tools for healthcare professionals in the evaluation of platelet activity and ensuring effective patient treatment.

Verax Biomedical

Series E in 2007
Verax Biomedical was founded upon the singular vision of detecting bacterial contamination in cells and tissues intended for transfusion and transplantation. Recognizing that bacteria pose a unique infectious challenge in these life-giving tissues, they realized that novel approaches to detection were called for. While these cellular materials are routinely tested for viral contaminants, bacteria have posed a long-standing and heretofore poorly addressed challenge. Unlike viruses, bacteria can replicate outside of a living host, meaning they can grow in these cellular matrices during storage prior to transfusion or transplantation. This results in the unique dilemma of an infectious contaminant that can grow from unmeasurably low levels at the time of collection to massive levels at the time of transfusion or transplantation, posing a serious and often fatal risk to their recipient.

Silver Creek Systems

Series C in 2007
Silver Creek Systems, Inc. designs and develops automated data mastering solutions. It offers DataLens System, which standardizes, enriches, matches, and repurposes product data from various sources; data service applications (DSA) that capture business rules and apply to data integration tasks; data lenses, a semantics-based approach to identify key information; and DataLens foundry, a pre-configured DSA that extracts, standardizes, and populates search dimensions. The company also provides business solutions, such as automation for information supply chains; and automated data mastering for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. In addition, it offers IT solutions, including automated data services for product data; and data mastering for product data integration, data quality, and data governance. The company's DataLens System creates data services for SOA, PIM and MDM, search optimization, ETL, data quality, data governance, system consolidation and data migration, and business intelligence applications. It serves companies in retail, distribution, manufacturing, high tech, healthcare, consumer electronics, food services, telecommunications, energy, and other sectors. Silver Creek Systems, Inc. was formerly known as OneRealm, Inc. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Westminster, Colorado. As of December 2009, Silver Creek Systems, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Oracle Corp..

Firefly Energy

Series B in 2006
[Firefly Energy](http://www.fireflyenergy.com/) is a developer of lead-acid battery technologies. The company's first applied technology is a microcell foam-based battery technology. Firefly Energy was launched as a spin-out from Caterpillar on May 1, 2003.

Verax Biomedical

Series B in 2005
Verax Biomedical was founded upon the singular vision of detecting bacterial contamination in cells and tissues intended for transfusion and transplantation. Recognizing that bacteria pose a unique infectious challenge in these life-giving tissues, they realized that novel approaches to detection were called for. While these cellular materials are routinely tested for viral contaminants, bacteria have posed a long-standing and heretofore poorly addressed challenge. Unlike viruses, bacteria can replicate outside of a living host, meaning they can grow in these cellular matrices during storage prior to transfusion or transplantation. This results in the unique dilemma of an infectious contaminant that can grow from unmeasurably low levels at the time of collection to massive levels at the time of transfusion or transplantation, posing a serious and often fatal risk to their recipient.

Silver Creek Systems

Series C in 2005
Silver Creek Systems, Inc. designs and develops automated data mastering solutions. It offers DataLens System, which standardizes, enriches, matches, and repurposes product data from various sources; data service applications (DSA) that capture business rules and apply to data integration tasks; data lenses, a semantics-based approach to identify key information; and DataLens foundry, a pre-configured DSA that extracts, standardizes, and populates search dimensions. The company also provides business solutions, such as automation for information supply chains; and automated data mastering for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. In addition, it offers IT solutions, including automated data services for product data; and data mastering for product data integration, data quality, and data governance. The company's DataLens System creates data services for SOA, PIM and MDM, search optimization, ETL, data quality, data governance, system consolidation and data migration, and business intelligence applications. It serves companies in retail, distribution, manufacturing, high tech, healthcare, consumer electronics, food services, telecommunications, energy, and other sectors. Silver Creek Systems, Inc. was formerly known as OneRealm, Inc. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Westminster, Colorado. As of December 2009, Silver Creek Systems, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Oracle Corp..

Firefly Energy

Series A in 2004
[Firefly Energy](http://www.fireflyenergy.com/) is a developer of lead-acid battery technologies. The company's first applied technology is a microcell foam-based battery technology. Firefly Energy was launched as a spin-out from Caterpillar on May 1, 2003.

Accumetrics

Series B in 2004
Accumetrics is a privately-held company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of the VerifyNow System, which includes a comprehensive suite of assays for assessing platelet function. Founded in 1996, the company initially sold to Radiometer in 2000 but was repurchased by its management and investors in 2003. Accumetrics focuses on diagnostic instrumentation and test kits designed to measure individual responses to various antiplatelet agents, providing essential tools for healthcare professionals in the evaluation of platelet activity and ensuring effective patient treatment.

Mezzia

Series C in 2004
Mezzia, Inc. specializes in developing on-demand capital spending management solutions tailored for the healthcare industry. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company offers a web-based system that assists healthcare organizations in managing the entire capital cycle, including planning, budgeting, spending, and reporting. Mezzia's software also integrates services for facilities asset management and capital planning, providing comprehensive support for its clients in optimizing their capital expenditures.

Rubicon Technology

Venture Round in 2002
Rubicon Technology, Inc. is a materials provider specializing in monocrystalline sapphire for optical and industrial applications. The company offers a diverse range of sapphire products, including round and rectangular windows, domes, tubes, rods, and wafers, which are used in various sectors such as defense, aerospace, specialty lighting, sensors, and semiconductor manufacturing. Its sapphire substrates are critical for technologies including light-emitting diodes, blue laser diodes, and radio frequency integrated circuits. Rubicon also supplies optically-polished windows and ground window blanks, utilizing different fluoride compounds. The company operates from its facility in Bensenville, Illinois, and markets its products primarily through a direct sales force in North America, Europe, and Asia. Rubicon's customer base includes defense subcontractors, industrial manufacturers, and semiconductor device producers. Founded in 2001, Rubicon Technology has established itself as a key player in the sapphire materials industry.

Sarvega

Series A in 2001
Sarvega provides XML-based security, routing, processing, and web service solutions. The company’s products include Guardian Security Gateway which delivers firewall capabilities by detecting and protecting against XML web services denial-of-service (DoS) or service misuse threats and Guardian Security Accelerator that provides orders-of-magnitude acceleration for XML digital signatures signing and verification, encryption, and decryption. It also offers Context Router that offers content-level security and flow-control as well as Speedway Accelerator which is an Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT) acceleration product. In addition, Sarvega offers consulting, deployment, maintenance, project management, training, and support services. It caters to financial services, telecommunication carriers, healthcare, manufacturing, and government agencies. It has strategic partnerships with IBM, Lucent Technologies, Fujitsu, and AmberPoint and its clients include EDS, Practical Law, 3Com, Fujitsu, and Access Community Health Network. Sarvega was founded in 2000 and is based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

Mezzia

Series B in 2001
Mezzia, Inc. specializes in developing on-demand capital spending management solutions tailored for the healthcare industry. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company offers a web-based system that assists healthcare organizations in managing the entire capital cycle, including planning, budgeting, spending, and reporting. Mezzia's software also integrates services for facilities asset management and capital planning, providing comprehensive support for its clients in optimizing their capital expenditures.

Corona Optical Systems

Series A in 2001
Corona Optical Systems is a Midwest-based high-technology company with headquarters in Lombard, Illinois. Additional facilities are located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and San Jose, California. Corona's key technologies focus on high-speed optoelectronic components and subsystems for carrier-class equipment. Founded in February 2000, Corona is a privately held, venture capital funded corporation. Following an initial angel round, Corona completed its first institutional investment round in March 2001. Funds raised in this Series A round totaled $12.4 Million. Led by Intel Capital, this round included Chicago based venture capital firm KB Partners, Madison, Wisconsin based Venture Investors and the Geometry Group of New York City.

Data TV Networks

Venture Round in 2001
Data TV Networks is a web-based engine that provides services enabling realtors to deliver information to homebuyers.

Cognitive Concepts

Series B in 2000
Cognitive Concepts offers a variety of services to schools and districts interested in instructional strategies specifically designed for english learners, including training, district support, translations, and curriculum development. They engaged in custom curriculum development, campus-specific training, classroom coaching, and educational events.

EthnicGrocer.com

Series C in 2000
EthnicGrocer.com

iLink Global

Venture Round in 2000
iLink Global offers logistics and shipment pricing solutions tailored for e-commerce businesses and online shoppers. The company operates a carrier-neutral model, allowing e-commerce platforms to facilitate the international shipment of legal commodities. iLink Global provides real-time shipping quotes, enabling users to estimate costs and track their shipments effectively. In addition to managing the transportation of goods, the company also offers various options for tracking and tracing shipments. Founded in January 1999 and based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, iLink Global was previously known as TraffiCop, Inc.

MST Analytics

Venture Round in 1999
MST Analytics sells products to the semiconductor manufacturing industry.

LeagueLink

Venture Round in 1999
LeagueLink, founded in 1999 and located in Westminster, Colorado, specializes in providing web-based administration tools for sports leagues. The company focuses on simplifying the management of sports leagues and enhancing the experience for participants. Its offerings include powerful software that is available at no cost to both league administrators and athletes, facilitating easier organization and participation in various sports activities.
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