M25

M25 is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, founded in 2015, that focuses on early-stage investments primarily in the Midwest. The firm has invested in over 90 startups across more than 24 cities in 11 states, establishing itself as a significant player in the regional startup ecosystem. M25 employs an analytical and collaborative approach to identify opportunities across a diverse range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, consumer products, and more. The firm aims to provide minority stake investments, targeting companies that demonstrate potential for growth in various industries such as analytics, e-commerce, and information technology. Through its strategic investments, M25 seeks to foster innovation and support the development of emerging businesses in the Midwest.

Mike Asem

Founding Partner

Katie Birge

Vice President Platform

Victor Gutwein

Managing Partner

Abhinaya Konduru

Principal

Past deals in Illinois

APFusion

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a business-to-business (B2B) automotive marketplace intended to help salvage yards increase sales. The company's marketplace offers a proprietary connector into the automotive recycler network that provides immediate inventory upload and automated purchase order (PO) process, enabling vendors with distribution access through a single end-point and customers with an inventory of new or used auto parts.

Improovy

Seed Round in 2022
Using technology and data, Improovy's full-service platform allows homeowners to get an accurate price, get matched to a fully certified contractor, and schedule their project online in 2 minutes or less. Founded by the owners of some of the largest and fastest-growing contracting companies in the nation, Improovy knows what it takes to provide a world-class home improvement service experience. As a result, Improovy's revolutionary system empowers contractors to perform the best work of their lives.

@Hotel

Series A in 2022
TripScout, Inc. is a travel entertainment company based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2015. It has developed an application that enables travelers to visually discover destinations through a variety of content, including articles, posts, blogs, photos, and videos contributed by influencers and publishers. The application allows users to create personalized travel itineraries by mapping relevant content, serving as an up-to-date travel guide for those eager to explore new places. TripScout aims to enhance the travel planning experience by providing a comprehensive platform tailored to the needs of modern travelers.

MVMNT

Venture Round in 2022
The MVMNT Group is a North American freight brokerage and visibility provider.

APFusion

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a business-to-business (B2B) automotive marketplace intended to help salvage yards increase sales. The company's marketplace offers a proprietary connector into the automotive recycler network that provides immediate inventory upload and automated purchase order (PO) process, enabling vendors with distribution access through a single end-point and customers with an inventory of new or used auto parts.

Alkeme Health

Seed Round in 2021
Alkeme Health is a digital health platform that features content from Black practitioners and experts in wellness, including psychology and mindfulness. Founded by Ryan Mundy in 2020, Alkeme Health’s mission is to become the universal healthcare provider for the Black community - this mission is rooted in mental health under the core belief that “A healthy life starts with a healthy mind.”

chowly

Venture Round in 2021
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.

PreFlight

Seed Round in 2021
PreFlight HQ, founded in 2018 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, specializes in software testing and quality assurance services. The company offers a range of testing solutions, including system structural, behavioral, and automated testing. PreFlight's platform enables businesses to enhance the quality of their IT solutions by automating the testing process directly in the browser. Users can record their tests as if conducting manual testing, and subsequently repeat these tests automatically, either on-demand or according to a schedule, without requiring any technical expertise. This approach streamlines the testing process, allowing organizations to create greater value through improved software quality.

@Hotel

Seed Round in 2021
TripScout, Inc. is a travel entertainment company based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2015. It has developed an application that enables travelers to visually discover destinations through a variety of content, including articles, posts, blogs, photos, and videos contributed by influencers and publishers. The application allows users to create personalized travel itineraries by mapping relevant content, serving as an up-to-date travel guide for those eager to explore new places. TripScout aims to enhance the travel planning experience by providing a comprehensive platform tailored to the needs of modern travelers.

Rheaply

Series A in 2021
Rheaply, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that offers the Asset Exchange Manager (AxM), an online platform designed to facilitate the buying, selling, trading, donating, and renting of resources among organizations. Founded in 2016, Rheaply aims to enhance resource visibility and utilization, thereby promoting a circular economy. The platform connects a diverse range of users, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations, enabling them to create an internal or external marketplace for resource exchange. By effectively combining asset management capabilities with an online marketplace, Rheaply helps organizations minimize waste and improve their reuse outcomes.

Cashdrop

Seed Round in 2020
Cashdrop, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that offers a mobile commerce platform designed for businesses to establish online storefronts quickly and efficiently, typically within 15 minutes. Launched in 2020, the platform enables merchants to facilitate contactless ordering and payments without incurring commissions or monthly fees on sales of food, retail products, services, or ticketed events. Cashdrop enhances the customer experience by providing automatic text updates and sales analytics, allowing businesses to manage transactions seamlessly. The platform aims to support mobile-native entrepreneurs across various industries by simplifying the selling process and eliminating the need for cash handling or app downloads for consumers, promoting a fast and convenient checkout experience.

Rheaply

Seed Round in 2020
Rheaply, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that offers the Asset Exchange Manager (AxM), an online platform designed to facilitate the buying, selling, trading, donating, and renting of resources among organizations. Founded in 2016, Rheaply aims to enhance resource visibility and utilization, thereby promoting a circular economy. The platform connects a diverse range of users, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations, enabling them to create an internal or external marketplace for resource exchange. By effectively combining asset management capabilities with an online marketplace, Rheaply helps organizations minimize waste and improve their reuse outcomes.

Convr

Series B in 2019
Convr, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a leading underwriting decisioning platform for commercial property and casualty insurers, having been founded in 2016. The company has transformed the commercial underwriting process through advanced artificial intelligence and decision science. Its platform enables commercial carriers to make real-time underwriting decisions by leveraging comprehensive data and precise intelligence sourced externally. This innovative approach enhances productivity, profitability, efficiency, and accuracy for insurers of all sizes, positioning Convr as a key player in the commercial underwriting space.

Rentgrata

Seed Round in 2019
Rentgrata, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that operates a mobile application designed to facilitate apartment leasing through social networking. Launched in 2016, the platform allows users to browse vacant apartment listings and connect with current residents, enabling potential renters to ask questions and receive insights about the community. Rentgrata also helps existing tenants take advantage of referral programs by rewarding them for bringing in new renters. This system not only aids property owners and managers in reducing turnover but also empowers residents to earn referral rewards from property management companies. The application is available on the App Store and aims to create a more informed and connected rental experience.

Nexus A.I.

Seed Round in 2019
Nexus A.I. is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company specializes in artificial intelligence applications designed for staffing and team building, catering to both external and internal needs. Its software assists organizations in identifying and curating employee skills and experiences to build effective teams, pinpoint skill gaps, enhance staffing efficiency, and align work with specific competencies. Additionally, the platform tracks skill progression and facilitates the organization of teams around project-based work, helping companies achieve optimal utilization rates. Nexus A.I. serves a global clientele, supporting users in over fifty countries across six continents.

The Minte

Convertible Note in 2019
The Minte, based in Chicago, Illinois, provides hotel-style housekeeping services primarily for high-rise apartment residents. Established in 2017, the company employs a building-centric staffing model to ensure consistent and reliable cleaning. Its offerings include a range of cleaning tasks such as sweeping and spot cleaning floors, wiping countertops, loading dishwashers, decluttering rooms, and refreshing bathrooms. Residents can easily book services through a mobile app or by using a convenient button located outside their door, allowing for a seamless experience in maintaining their living spaces.

86 Repairs

Seed Round in 2019
86 Repairs is a computer software company based in Chicago, Illinois, that offers a subscription service tailored for restaurant groups to manage their entire repair process. Founded in 2018, the company provides a maintenance management platform that oversees equipment repairs for essential kitchen appliances such as ice machines, dishwashers, and ovens. By handling the end-to-end repair and maintenance process, 86 Repairs allows restaurant owners to alleviate the burden of equipment management, enabling them to focus on delivering quality service to their guests. The company also offers 24/7 support and actionable insights aimed at improving back-of-house operations.

humanpredictions

Venture Round in 2019
humanpredictions is a recruiting software company that gathers public data and puts together a profile for each person. The company is a sourcing solution focused on hiring technical talent and differentiated by its rich data that allows in real-time to predict people most likely seeking new opportunities. The tech recruiting product helps spend less time finding and researching potential candidates, so they can spend more time connecting with and recruiting people. Founded by recruiters, the team is experienced with tech communities and hyper-focused on data sources no one else uses. By tracking behavior patterns in tech specific communities, humanpredictions suggests when and how most effectively to contact potential candidates. humanpredictions is making the process of finding human capital more effective and efficient by reshaping it as a craft and prudently applying technology. Welcome to the future of recruiting. At humanpredictions, they supercharge intelligent, relationship-focused recruiters by giving them tools that perform their research automatically. The decisions of who to email, when to call, which events to attend, and ultimately where and with whom to spend their time are automated. By rebuilding the craft of recruiting, they empower recruiters to do the real, human work: crafting messages and building relationships.

AMOpportunities

Series A in 2019
AMOpportunities, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that connects international medical students and graduates with clinical experiences in the United States. Established in 2013, it offers short-term training programs, including clinical rotations and research internships, across over 200 clinical sites in more than 70 medical specialties and subspecialties. The company facilitates the application process for these clinical experiences and provides essential support services, such as visa and housing assistance. By enabling participants to engage with U.S. physicians and medical institutions, AMOpportunities helps enhance their medical knowledge and practical skills through discussions, case studies, and various projects.

Pearachute

Venture Round in 2019
Pearachute is a monthly membership service designed to help families engage in meaningful activities with their children. It connects parents to a variety of kids' classes and activity centers, including options like ballet, swimming, music, and sports. The platform allows families to explore different activities that align with their schedules, providing flexibility and convenience in booking classes. By offering a diverse range of options, Pearachute aims to enhance family time through enjoyable experiences tailored to individual routines.

rMark Bio

Seed Round in 2019
rMark Bio, Inc. is a software company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the life sciences sector, including pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and medical device firms. The company's flagship platform, Fabric, integrates real-time business objectives with the activities of researchers to facilitate informed decision-making. This platform aims to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and boost return on investment in thought leader engagements. By providing analytics that connect global healthcare data with internal clinical research information, rMark Bio empowers users to optimize their partnership and engagement strategies throughout the product lifecycle. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, rMark Bio was previously known as rMark Biogenics, LLC.

Convr

Convertible Note in 2018
Convr, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a leading underwriting decisioning platform for commercial property and casualty insurers, having been founded in 2016. The company has transformed the commercial underwriting process through advanced artificial intelligence and decision science. Its platform enables commercial carriers to make real-time underwriting decisions by leveraging comprehensive data and precise intelligence sourced externally. This innovative approach enhances productivity, profitability, efficiency, and accuracy for insurers of all sizes, positioning Convr as a key player in the commercial underwriting space.

OpenFinance

Venture Round in 2018
OpenFinance operates an online trading and settlement platform focused on alternative assets, particularly in the secondary market for non-listed investments. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company specializes in trading, clearing, and settling security tokens and other alternative asset classes, including private and public real estate programs. By leveraging a blockchain-based protocol, OpenFinance aims to enhance liquidity and investment opportunities within the expansive alternative asset market, which is valued at approximately $8.8 trillion. The firm is supported by a team of industry veterans and strategic partnerships, positioning it as a leader in the evolving landscape of digital securities trading.

The Minte

Seed Round in 2018
The Minte, based in Chicago, Illinois, provides hotel-style housekeeping services primarily for high-rise apartment residents. Established in 2017, the company employs a building-centric staffing model to ensure consistent and reliable cleaning. Its offerings include a range of cleaning tasks such as sweeping and spot cleaning floors, wiping countertops, loading dishwashers, decluttering rooms, and refreshing bathrooms. Residents can easily book services through a mobile app or by using a convenient button located outside their door, allowing for a seamless experience in maintaining their living spaces.

chowly

Series A in 2018
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.

Winston Privacy

Seed Round in 2018
Winston Privacy, Inc. develops technology which provides consumers with online privacy and data protection from spying and identity theft. It protect all connected devices, including computers, tablets, phones, and smart devices. The company features includes protects all devices, Block Ads, and faster than a VPN. Winston Privacy, Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

BallotReady

Seed Round in 2018
BallotReady, Inc. develops an online and mobile voter guide for local elections. The company aggregates content from sources, such as candidates' Websites, League of Women Voters questionnaires, news articles, campaign finance records, and legislative roll calls; and provides nonpartisan background information on every candidate and referendum on a voter’s ballot. It allows users to compare all candidates on the Illinois ballot; find the information they need on all the candidates they will see in the voting booth; see where candidates stand on the issues that matter to them; and save selected candidates to their mobile device or research candidates in the voting booth. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Kin Insurance

Series A in 2018
Kin Insurance, Inc. is an insurance agency founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company specializes in home insurance products, offering a range of coverage options including homeowners, mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Kin Insurance utilizes an online platform that simplifies the application process, allowing customers to customize their policies based on thousands of property data points. This approach ensures that homeowners receive personalized and affordable coverage tailored to their specific needs. With payment processing facilities in Palatine and Chicago, Kin Insurance aims to provide a user-friendly experience while helping clients secure their assets effectively.

The Minte

Seed Round in 2018
The Minte, based in Chicago, Illinois, provides hotel-style housekeeping services primarily for high-rise apartment residents. Established in 2017, the company employs a building-centric staffing model to ensure consistent and reliable cleaning. Its offerings include a range of cleaning tasks such as sweeping and spot cleaning floors, wiping countertops, loading dishwashers, decluttering rooms, and refreshing bathrooms. Residents can easily book services through a mobile app or by using a convenient button located outside their door, allowing for a seamless experience in maintaining their living spaces.

CFX Markets

Series A in 2017
CFX Markets operates a centralized trading platform that facilitates the buying and selling of illiquid assets, specifically focusing on private securities within the alternative assets sector. By providing an open and secure network, CFX Markets enables efficient and seamless secondary market transactions, enhancing liquidity for investors across the nation. The platform connects leading portals and issuers, reducing barriers for trading these securities and catering to the growing crowdfunding industry. Ultimately, CFX Markets aims to streamline the investment process, making it more accessible for users interested in alternative assets.

AMOpportunities

Seed Round in 2017
AMOpportunities, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that connects international medical students and graduates with clinical experiences in the United States. Established in 2013, it offers short-term training programs, including clinical rotations and research internships, across over 200 clinical sites in more than 70 medical specialties and subspecialties. The company facilitates the application process for these clinical experiences and provides essential support services, such as visa and housing assistance. By enabling participants to engage with U.S. physicians and medical institutions, AMOpportunities helps enhance their medical knowledge and practical skills through discussions, case studies, and various projects.

Convr

Series A in 2017
Convr, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a leading underwriting decisioning platform for commercial property and casualty insurers, having been founded in 2016. The company has transformed the commercial underwriting process through advanced artificial intelligence and decision science. Its platform enables commercial carriers to make real-time underwriting decisions by leveraging comprehensive data and precise intelligence sourced externally. This innovative approach enhances productivity, profitability, efficiency, and accuracy for insurers of all sizes, positioning Convr as a key player in the commercial underwriting space.

ExplORer Surgical

Series A in 2017
ExplORer Surgical Corp. is a company that has developed an interactive surgical playbook aimed at enhancing teamwork and communication in the operating room. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a software solution that allows healthcare providers to track real-time case progression, manage tools and supplies, and customize workflows based on patient factors and surgeon preferences. This system reduces disruptions, minimizes waste, and promotes efficiency by providing tailored checklists that help surgical teams coordinate their activities effectively. Additionally, ExplORer Surgical supports OR administrators with performance and scheduling data, improving overall care quality and operational efficiency. The platform also facilitates the introduction of new medical devices, aiding medical education and streamlining processes for medical device companies.

Kin Insurance

Seed Round in 2017
Kin Insurance, Inc. is an insurance agency founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company specializes in home insurance products, offering a range of coverage options including homeowners, mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Kin Insurance utilizes an online platform that simplifies the application process, allowing customers to customize their policies based on thousands of property data points. This approach ensures that homeowners receive personalized and affordable coverage tailored to their specific needs. With payment processing facilities in Palatine and Chicago, Kin Insurance aims to provide a user-friendly experience while helping clients secure their assets effectively.

Regroup

Series A in 2017
Regroup Therapy, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in telemedicine solutions aimed at addressing mental healthcare shortages across the United States. Established in 2011, the company has developed a platform that connects mental and behavioral health professionals with their patients through online sessions, using live and interactive video conferencing. Regroup's services emphasize patient privacy and the confidentiality of personal health information by employing end-to-end encryption. This technology enhances access to mental health care, enabling patients to overcome challenges related to geographic distance, mobility restrictions, and the logistical burdens of in-person visits to healthcare providers.

Avail

Seed Round in 2017
Avail is an online platform that facilitates the rental and leasing process for independent landlords and property managers. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, the company provides essential tools for managing rental properties, including rental listings, tenant screening, electronic leases, online rent payments, maintenance tracking, and customized lease agreements. Avail specifically caters to landlords with fewer than ten units, a segment that has historically lacked access to comprehensive online management tools. With its user-friendly interface, Avail allows users to efficiently advertise vacant properties, collect rental applications and credit reports, and manage various aspects of property management, all from a single platform. As a subsidiary of Move, Inc., Avail has attracted around 70,000 landlords who utilize its end-to-end services to simplify and enhance their rental operations.

Petronics

Seed Round in 2017
Petronics is a company that specializes in creating robotic pets for cats, with a focus on interactive play and exercise. Founded in 2014 and based in Champaign, Illinois, the company offers Mousr, a robotic toy designed to engage indoor cats in hunting-like activities. Mousr features advanced technology, including 360-degree vision, environmental sensing, and Bluetooth connectivity, which allows it to mimic the movements of prey. This innovative approach not only provides entertainment for cats but also helps address issues like obesity by encouraging active play.

BallotReady

Seed Round in 2017
BallotReady, Inc. develops an online and mobile voter guide for local elections. The company aggregates content from sources, such as candidates' Websites, League of Women Voters questionnaires, news articles, campaign finance records, and legislative roll calls; and provides nonpartisan background information on every candidate and referendum on a voter’s ballot. It allows users to compare all candidates on the Illinois ballot; find the information they need on all the candidates they will see in the voting booth; see where candidates stand on the issues that matter to them; and save selected candidates to their mobile device or research candidates in the voting booth. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

chowly

Seed Round in 2017
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.

PrintWithMe

Seed Round in 2016
PrintWithMe is the first network of wireless printer kiosks in the United States, offering convenient printing services in locations such as multifamily apartments, coffee shops, hotels, and co-working spaces. Operating in 47 states, the company allows users to print securely and reliably from any digital device with just a few clicks. PrintWithMe's services are particularly beneficial for remote and hybrid work environments, enabling customers to print and pay quickly via email. The company also employs predictive analytics to automate paper and toner management for businesses, simplifying operational logistics. Since its inception in 2014, PrintWithMe has printed over 5 million pages on eco-sustainable paper, helping communities reduce individual electronic waste by an average of 550 pounds per year.

KnowledgeHound

Series A in 2016
KnowledgeHound is an innovative analytics platform that focuses on enhancing how companies manage and access consumer insights. By creating a unified, searchable database for market research data, it allows research and marketing teams to efficiently locate the insights they need. The platform features advanced visualization tools and robust analytics capabilities, enabling businesses to transform raw survey data into actionable intelligence. With its cloud-based technology, KnowledgeHound promotes collaboration across various teams and geographies, ensuring that insights can be shared securely and effectively. This approach helps organizations eliminate data silos and improve their decision-making processes through better access to valuable survey information.

Rewards21

Series A in 2016
Rewards21, Inc. operates a rewards program that allows clients to earn cash back and reward points for dining at their preferred restaurants. Utilizing a card-linked technology platform, registered consumers can earn cash back by using their credit or debit cards at participating establishments. In addition to dining rewards, the program also provides opportunities for earning cash back and points on hotel, airline, and rental car purchases. Users can redeem their rewards by collecting 2,100 points, which equates to $21 credited directly to their card. Founded in 2015, Rewards21 is headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Realync

Seed Round in 2016
Realync Corp. is a cloud-based video platform that facilitates live virtual tours of real estate properties, connecting agents and consumers in real time. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, with an additional office in Chicago, the company enables users to conduct live tours and open houses using smartphones or tablets, alongside providing high-definition pre-recorded videos for prospective buyers and renters. Realync partners with prominent multifamily enterprises, enhancing lead generation and conversion rates while reducing the overall sales cycle duration. The company aims to simplify the real estate touring process by leveraging technology to foster collaboration, ultimately streamlining interactions between real estate professionals and their clients.

ExplORer Surgical

Seed Round in 2016
ExplORer Surgical Corp. is a company that has developed an interactive surgical playbook aimed at enhancing teamwork and communication in the operating room. Founded in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a software solution that allows healthcare providers to track real-time case progression, manage tools and supplies, and customize workflows based on patient factors and surgeon preferences. This system reduces disruptions, minimizes waste, and promotes efficiency by providing tailored checklists that help surgical teams coordinate their activities effectively. Additionally, ExplORer Surgical supports OR administrators with performance and scheduling data, improving overall care quality and operational efficiency. The platform also facilitates the introduction of new medical devices, aiding medical education and streamlining processes for medical device companies.

Luna Lights

Seed Round in 2016
Luna Lights, Inc. is focused on enhancing night-time safety for senior citizens through its innovative fall prevention solution. The core of its offering is an ultra-thin pressure sensor integrated into a bed pad that activates small, wireless lights throughout the home when a user gets out of bed, ensuring they can navigate safely during the night. Once the user returns to bed, the lights turn off automatically. The system also includes a monitoring component that tracks the frequency and duration of nighttime trips, alerting caregivers through text notifications if an individual remains out of bed for an extended period. This data helps caregivers identify trends and assess fall risk among seniors. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Luna Lights operates as a subsidiary of Sentrics as of September 2020.

Page Vault

Series A in 2016
Page Vault enables legal professionals to easily capture web content for use as evidence in the U.S. courts. It is a cloud-based Software-as-a-Service subscription solution that provides a trusted third party chain of custody for captures with the simplicity of a screenshot. It was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Nexus A.I.

Seed Round in 2016
Nexus A.I. is a software company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company specializes in artificial intelligence applications designed for staffing and team building, catering to both external and internal needs. Its software assists organizations in identifying and curating employee skills and experiences to build effective teams, pinpoint skill gaps, enhance staffing efficiency, and align work with specific competencies. Additionally, the platform tracks skill progression and facilitates the organization of teams around project-based work, helping companies achieve optimal utilization rates. Nexus A.I. serves a global clientele, supporting users in over fifty countries across six continents.

ConceptDrop

Seed Round in 2016
ConceptDrop, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects businesses with a community of professional graphic designers and offers design on-demand services. The platform caters to various design needs, including PowerPoint presentations, infographics, flyers, logos, and social media images, while also providing copywriting services. By utilizing artificial intelligence, ConceptDrop helps enterprises efficiently find freelancers and build internal creative teams. This approach allows designers to earn income, collaborate with corporations, and enhance their portfolios. Originally founded as Quick2LAUNCH LLC in 2012, the company rebranded to ConceptDrop, Inc. in January 2015 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Regroup

Seed Round in 2016
Regroup Therapy, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in telemedicine solutions aimed at addressing mental healthcare shortages across the United States. Established in 2011, the company has developed a platform that connects mental and behavioral health professionals with their patients through online sessions, using live and interactive video conferencing. Regroup's services emphasize patient privacy and the confidentiality of personal health information by employing end-to-end encryption. This technology enhances access to mental health care, enabling patients to overcome challenges related to geographic distance, mobility restrictions, and the logistical burdens of in-person visits to healthcare providers.

The Eastman Egg Company

Series A in 2016
The Eastman Egg Company, LLC is a fast casual restaurant based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2013. The establishment focuses on providing healthy breakfast and lunch options to busy individuals. Its menu features farm-fresh, made-to-order egg sandwiches and bowls, homemade yogurt parfaits, and a variety of sides and snacks. Additionally, the restaurant offers a full craft coffee and espresso program sourced from Irving Farm. Beyond regular dining, The Eastman Egg Company provides catering services for various events, including corporate meetings, brunches, and weddings, emphasizing quality and unique ingredients in its offerings.

Block Six Analytics

Seed Round in 2016
Block Six Analytics (B6A) has created a suite of web-based applications that enables sports organizations to manage their sponsorship, media, ticketing, event, and billing activities in one platform. The Partnership Scoreboard is their web-based application enables sports organization to quantify the value of sponsorships and demonstrate new engagement opportunities for corporate partners. The application uses a proprietary valuation model and technology to demonstrate how targeted impressions help corporate partners generate new revenue and meet sponsorship goals through a relationship with a sports property.

Dabble

Venture Round in 2015
Dabble Inc. is a community marketplace based in Chicago, Illinois, that connects individuals seeking to teach, discover, and host affordable in-person classes. Founded in 2011, Dabble facilitates a diverse array of classes covering topics such as arts, culinary skills, fitness, technology, and entrepreneurship. The platform allows teachers, who are often passionate experts, to list their classes easily, providing them with a means of generating income and reaching a wider audience. Participants can explore unique local experiences, enhancing their learning without the commitment of traditional education. Dabble also supports local businesses by enabling them to host relevant classes, thereby increasing their exposure and driving additional revenue. The online portal streamlines the process for both instructors and learners, fostering a community of curious individuals eager to expand their skills and knowledge.

Sentic Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
Sentic Technologies Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing technology to interpret social signals from the web, aiming to enhance brand awareness, customer satisfaction, and return on investment. Founded in 2012, the company offers several products, including Sentic Optimized AdWords, which generates real-time social signals to optimize AdWords campaigns; Sentic Crowd Search, which clarifies social data by identifying popular conversation topics; and Sentic Predict Prevent, designed to forecast outcomes and provide insights to avert undesirable events. Utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning, Sentic Technologies automates moment marketing by integrating real-time data with trends and pay-per-click campaigns, thereby improving online sales revenue and customer experiences.

Pairade

Seed Round in 2015
Pairade is a San Francisco-based company that provides a centralized platform for fans to engage with entertainers and bands. The application allows users to integrate their favorite apps and services into a single interface, streamlining the user experience. By addressing the inefficiencies of downloading multiple individual applications, Pairade aims to enhance user retention and facilitate instant access to preferred content and interactions. The company's innovative approach seeks to transform how users consume digital experiences by consolidating various services into one convenient location.

Hearken

Seed Round in 2015
Hearken is an audience-driven framework and white-label platform enabling content creators to partner with the public during the reporting process, resulting in relevant and high performing content. They help media outlets cultivate, validate and measure audience interest in stories *before* they're reported.

Zipfit Denim

Seed Round in 2015
Zipfit Denim helps men find their best fitting jeans using their proprietary technology that is available at www.zipfitdenim.com. ZipFit helps men find perfect fitting jeans fast using their smart algorithms. Once you find your perfect fit, ZipFit compliments it with free tailoring and free shipping.

Glidera

Seed Round in 2015
Glidera is a developer of a bitcoin trading platform that enhances digital currency wallets by enabling applications to offer seamless buy and sell services for bitcoin. Many existing wallets and applications face challenges in providing an easy way for users to obtain bitcoin. Glidera addresses this gap by offering a flexible API that allows developers to integrate bitcoin trading functionality while managing compliance, banking, liquidity, and fraud issues. Unlike other conversion services, Glidera distinguishes itself by never holding customer funds, ensuring that the trading process is specifically designed for user-controlled wallets.
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