MadDog Ventures

MadDog Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of MadDog Technology, focused on investing in U.S. companies that develop and market cloud-based business applications. The firm provides capital and hands-on operating support across areas such as application development, sales, finance, marketing, and administration to help portfolio companies grow and monetize information. It is headquartered in Birmingham, Michigan, and was founded in 2016, emphasizing software-enabled business models.

Paul Czarnik

General Partner

Laura Fournier

General Partner and Fund Manager

Bobby Schostak

General Partner and Fund Manager

5 past transactions

aiPod

Seed Round in 2017
aiPod Inc., established in 2017 with headquarters in Pasadena, California, and an additional office in London, develops a platform that integrates autonomous vehicles with city data and transport infrastructure. The company aims to enhance urban mobility by offering safe, affordable, and convenient transportation services, complementing existing systems. Its primary goal is to introduce fleets of automated vehicles onto public streets in collaboration with major cities worldwide.

Shapelog

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2016, Shapelog is a B2B fitness technology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It specializes in strength training solutions, including universal strength trackers and smart handles, serving commercial fitness markets, rehabilitation facilities, and home fitness users.

Resolute Building Intelligence

Seed Round in 2016
Resolute Building Intelligence, LLC is a company based in Birmingham, Michigan, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing a cloud-based building optimization and energy management platform known as Resolute Cloud. The company's solution combines engineering expertise with advanced analytics to enhance building performance for owners and operators. By collecting and analyzing device performance data, Resolute transforms this information into actionable strategies that facilitate better decision-making and cost reduction. The platform aims to deliver consistent and quantifiable results, enabling clients to streamline building management processes and improve overall operational efficiency.

Deliver My Ride

Seed Round in 2016
Deliver My Ride, LLC is an online platform based in Birmingham, Michigan, that specializes in automated car buying and leasing. Established in 2014, the company offers customers a seamless and convenient way to purchase new vehicles without the need to visit a dealership. Users can compare prices and options from various dealers, allowing them to make informed decisions while maintaining anonymity throughout the process. The platform focuses on delivering a hassle-free experience, enabling buyers to complete transactions from their desktop or mobile devices and have their chosen vehicles delivered directly to their home or office. By fostering competition among dealers, Deliver My Ride aims to provide customers with competitive pricing and a transparent buying experience.

AthliOS

Seed Round in 2016
AthliOS is a software development company focused on transforming the connected fitness industry. It offers a cloud-based fitness platform that integrates various fitness devices and enhances user experiences through personalized dashboards, data analytics, and high-quality content such as virtual reality and live streaming. By addressing the challenges of inconsistent interfaces across fitness products, AthliOS enables fitness companies, equipment manufacturers, and club facilities to foster stronger member engagement and retention. The company's innovative approach harnesses actionable data to create a connected ecosystem, helping clients make informed decisions and improve their operational efficiency. Through its commitment to enhancing personal fitness experiences, AthliOS is leading advancements in the industry.
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