Lacuna

Lacuna LLC is a venture capital firm based in Boulder, Colorado, that addresses the financing challenges faced by early-stage companies. It focuses on providing Gap Capital, ranging from $500,000 to $3 million, to dynamic startups in various sectors, including healthcare, consumer products, business services, and information technology. By targeting companies that have outgrown angel funding but are not yet viable for larger venture investments, Lacuna aims to bridge the capital gap that often leaves promising businesses underserved. Additionally, Lacuna manages a hedge fund that invests in small-cap and micro-cap public companies, particularly those overlooked by larger investment firms. This approach allows Lacuna to offer strategic and operational support, enhancing the market presence and operational efficiency of the companies it invests in.

Rich O’Leary

Partner

Rawleigh Ralls

Chief Investor

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Mocapay

Venture Round in 2009
Mocapay is a mobile platform designed to enhance merchants' existing payment, loyalty, gift card, and promotional programs. Founded in 2006 and based in Denver, the company offers a flexible solution that seamlessly integrates with various point-of-sale systems, processors, and wallets. Utilizing patented security measures and closed-loop ROI technology, Mocapay helps merchants expand their customer reach and improve engagement beyond traditional sales interactions. The platform can either build new applications for merchants or integrate with their existing apps and websites, ensuring compatibility across any mobile device or network. Through these services, Mocapay aims to provide businesses with smart solutions that effectively mobilize their operations.

Balihoo

Series B in 2008
Balihoo, Inc. is a provider of automated marketing software solutions specifically designed for hyper-local campaigns, catering primarily to national brands and their agencies. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, with an additional office in Chicago, Balihoo offers a suite of tools that includes Local Websites, Local Paid Search, Local Email, Local Direct Mail, Social Media integration, an Ad Builder, and a Co-op solution for managing fund transfers. These tools enable brands to effectively target local customers, enhance their online presence, and streamline marketing efforts by handling administrative tasks such as setup and data updates. Balihoo's innovative technology ensures that marketing campaigns remain relevant and data-driven, allowing for real-time reporting and collaboration between marketing teams and local affiliates, thereby improving overall marketing effectiveness.

Balihoo

Series A in 2007
Balihoo, Inc. is a provider of automated marketing software solutions specifically designed for hyper-local campaigns, catering primarily to national brands and their agencies. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, with an additional office in Chicago, Balihoo offers a suite of tools that includes Local Websites, Local Paid Search, Local Email, Local Direct Mail, Social Media integration, an Ad Builder, and a Co-op solution for managing fund transfers. These tools enable brands to effectively target local customers, enhance their online presence, and streamline marketing efforts by handling administrative tasks such as setup and data updates. Balihoo's innovative technology ensures that marketing campaigns remain relevant and data-driven, allowing for real-time reporting and collaboration between marketing teams and local affiliates, thereby improving overall marketing effectiveness.

Balihoo

Seed Round in 2006
Balihoo, Inc. is a provider of automated marketing software solutions specifically designed for hyper-local campaigns, catering primarily to national brands and their agencies. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, with an additional office in Chicago, Balihoo offers a suite of tools that includes Local Websites, Local Paid Search, Local Email, Local Direct Mail, Social Media integration, an Ad Builder, and a Co-op solution for managing fund transfers. These tools enable brands to effectively target local customers, enhance their online presence, and streamline marketing efforts by handling administrative tasks such as setup and data updates. Balihoo's innovative technology ensures that marketing campaigns remain relevant and data-driven, allowing for real-time reporting and collaboration between marketing teams and local affiliates, thereby improving overall marketing effectiveness.
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