Realworld
Seed Round in 2022
Realworld is a developer of an application designed to simplify and automate the complexities of adulthood by providing a centralized platform for managing various aspects of life. The application serves as a comprehensive resource for users, guiding them through important decisions related to finance, health, insurance, and other essential life moments. It enables users to set up credit cards, manage student loan repayments, schedule medical appointments, select health insurance plans, and organize important documents for tasks such as applying for apartment leases. Additionally, Realworld helps users keep track of civic responsibilities by sending reminders for voter registration and local elections. Through its holistic approach, Realworld empowers individuals to navigate adulthood more effectively and make informed decisions.
Culina Health
Seed Round in 2022
Culina Health operates a tele-nutrition platform that connects users with registered dietitians for personalized virtual nutrition counseling. The company specializes in supporting individuals with chronic conditions, offering culturally competent care tailored to each user's needs and metabolism. By providing accessible and affordable expert nutrition guidance, Culina Health aims to improve health outcomes and empower individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles.
TO THE MARKET
Series A in 2021
TO THE MARKET is a U.S.-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the manufacturing and sourcing of ethical and sustainable apparel, accessories, and home goods. The company focuses on providing solutions that ensure transparency and responsibility within the supply chain. It serves artisan groups and suppliers globally, offering services that include design, production, compliance, sourcing, logistics, and reporting. TO THE MARKET employs a proprietary software platform that evaluates and monitors suppliers, allowing clients to access quantifiable data for responsible vendor compliance and management. This platform supports retailers in their sustainability initiatives by delivering automated reporting and procurement workflows, thus addressing the growing demand for operational transparency in the industry.
Ilumivu
Seed Round in 2021
Ilumivu, established in 2009, specializes in healthcare decision support applications that leverage the psychology of behavior change alongside real-time data from smartphones and wearables. The company is dedicated to improving patient care outcomes through just-in-time adaptive interventions tailored to individual baselines. Ilumivu's digital health platform is utilized for monitoring various health conditions, including diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension, and chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s and cancer. With a foundation in extensive research from over 100 leading universities and health systems, Ilumivu supports healthcare research through its software as a service (SaaS) solutions. In 2021, the company expanded its offerings by acquiring Cardiogram, a heart health app that utilizes a neural network to analyze cardiovascular data, aiding users in identifying conditions such as atrial fibrillation and hypertension. The Cardiogram app is compatible with multiple smartphone operating systems and wearable devices, boasting over 2.6 million downloads globally.
Realworld
Seed Round in 2021
Realworld is a developer of an application designed to simplify and automate the complexities of adulthood by providing a centralized platform for managing various aspects of life. The application serves as a comprehensive resource for users, guiding them through important decisions related to finance, health, insurance, and other essential life moments. It enables users to set up credit cards, manage student loan repayments, schedule medical appointments, select health insurance plans, and organize important documents for tasks such as applying for apartment leases. Additionally, Realworld helps users keep track of civic responsibilities by sending reminders for voter registration and local elections. Through its holistic approach, Realworld empowers individuals to navigate adulthood more effectively and make informed decisions.
Drive It Away
Seed Round in 2021
Drive It Away is a landmark moment for automotive retailing, bringing the emerging “new age” of Mobility as a Service and Shared Mobility.
Lightyear
Seed Round in 2020
Lightyear AI, Inc. is a developer of an online platform that streamlines the procurement and management of information technology infrastructure for businesses. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Albany, New York, the company offers a range of services including Internet connectivity, managed Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, and multi-location connectivity, alongside hardware installation and network maintenance. Its platform provides users with tools to navigate the entire IT buying process, from contract signing to renewals, while also incorporating features like switch analysis to enhance decision-making. By automating procurement processes and facilitating the management of service contracts, Lightyear aims to help businesses save time and reduce costs associated with acquiring and maintaining IT infrastructure.
Chipper
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Chipper, Inc. is a student loan management application that assists users in analyzing, managing, and repaying their student debt. The platform aims to lower payments, qualify for loan forgiveness, and expedite debt repayment for its users. Founded in 2017 in Austin, Texas, Chipper focuses on creating modern financial solutions for a generation facing significant challenges related to student debt. The company strives to empower students by providing tools that simplify their financial management and enhance their ability to navigate the complexities of student loans.
Voyager Portal
Seed Round in 2019
Voyager Portal is a voyage management and demurrage platform tailored for the bulk marine shipping industry. The company enables charterers to enhance efficiency and minimize costs, risks, and complexities associated with maritime operations. By offering a unified environment, Voyager Portal allows maritime leaders and operators to collaboratively manage the shipping process, automating manual tasks and providing real-time insights that drive demurrage savings. The platform supports the entire lifecycle of a voyage, including demand planning, chartering, operations, demurrage management, and invoicing, streamlining processes for improved operational effectiveness.
Lalo
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Lalo is a contemporary brand dedicated to providing essential products for babies and toddlers, catering to the needs of modern families. The company emphasizes a seamless online shopping experience, offering well-designed products that prioritize both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Each item, including strollers and baby chairs, is crafted with the input of experts to ensure safety, convenience, and alignment with the developmental milestones of children. Lalo's commitment to quality ensures that its offerings are rigorously tested to meet high safety standards, while its straightforward pricing makes their products accessible to families. By focusing on the essential needs of parents and children, Lalo aims to simplify the parenting experience, allowing families to thrive as they navigate the joys of early childhood.
Clyde is a product lifecycle platform that supports businesses in enhancing profitability while delivering high-quality services to their clients. By connecting businesses, insurers, and customers, Clyde facilitates access to innovative solutions for both online and in-store sales. This connectivity allows customers to fully realize the value of their purchases, ultimately improving the overall customer experience and supporting businesses in their operational goals.
TO THE MARKET
Pre Seed Round in 2018
TO THE MARKET is a U.S.-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the manufacturing and sourcing of ethical and sustainable apparel, accessories, and home goods. The company focuses on providing solutions that ensure transparency and responsibility within the supply chain. It serves artisan groups and suppliers globally, offering services that include design, production, compliance, sourcing, logistics, and reporting. TO THE MARKET employs a proprietary software platform that evaluates and monitors suppliers, allowing clients to access quantifiable data for responsible vendor compliance and management. This platform supports retailers in their sustainability initiatives by delivering automated reporting and procurement workflows, thus addressing the growing demand for operational transparency in the industry.
Headstart
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Headstart App Limited, founded in 2015 and based in London, develops machine learning software aimed at enhancing the recruitment process for employers. The company's platform utilizes advanced algorithms to identify the best-suited candidates efficiently while promoting diversity in hiring. By incorporating features such as match algorithms that rank candidates based on hiring criteria and previous successful hires, as well as real-time analytics to monitor recruitment progress, Headstart ensures a more streamlined hiring experience. Additionally, the platform proactively recommends candidates who may not have applied yet, thereby broadening the talent pool. With a focus on removing bias from recruitment processes, Headstart provides a fairer approach to hiring, ensuring that diverse candidates are considered, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or age.
Clyde
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Clyde is a product lifecycle platform that supports businesses in enhancing profitability while delivering high-quality services to their clients. By connecting businesses, insurers, and customers, Clyde facilitates access to innovative solutions for both online and in-store sales. This connectivity allows customers to fully realize the value of their purchases, ultimately improving the overall customer experience and supporting businesses in their operational goals.