MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and social impact, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK, MassChallenge connects high-potential startups with industry experts and investors to foster innovation and facilitate growth. The accelerator operates on a non-equity model, allowing entrepreneurs to maintain full ownership of their companies while benefiting from strategic partnerships and tailored training programs. Through its diverse initiatives, such as targeted accelerator programs like MassChallenge HealthTech and FinTech, the organization aims to drive impactful change and enhance the global innovation ecosystem.

Cait Brumme

Acting CEO

Nick Dougherty

Managing Director, MassChallenge HealthTech

Siobhan Dullea

CEO

Matt Lashmar

Managing Director

Camila Lecaros

Managing Director

Yonit Serkin

Managing Director

Devon Sherman

Founding Director, Head of MassChallenge FinTech

Michelle Williams

Vice President and Head of Texas Strategy

Past deals in Business Development

Benten Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Benten Technologies is a social impact company dedicated to democratizing healthcare. The organization has secured approximately $9 million in non-dilutive funding to develop a pipeline of digital therapeutics aimed at making healthcare services more accessible. In addition to its healthcare initiatives, Benten Technologies also provides technology consulting services, which encompass application development, management consulting, quality assurance, and research and development. By leveraging proven system integration methodologies and expertise, the company enables organizations to deliver effective, value-driven business solutions.

ComplyAI

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
ComplyAI improves up the building permit process by leveraging workflow automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure applications are comprehensive, correct, and simple to evaluate.

Growbie

Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Growbie provides comprehensive networking boot camps to help aspiring international students and working professionals from all backgrounds reach their career and personal goals.

Vaivén

Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Vaivén is a multidisciplinary digital platform and a meeting space, where different topics of interest to young entrepreneurs converge. It is a portal that creates and shares new content and ideas, and provides a platform for the expression of innovation. Vaivén grows and evolves from the input of its key audience – young entrepreneurs aged 20–35. Participation and feedback is essential to the growth of this network. Every month Vaivén brings new and relevant content for entrepreneurs. They generate original content on young entrepreneurs in the Spanish-speaking world (in Latin America and Europe). It reflects the diversity of its audience, their experiences and their goals. And it gives young entrepreneurs the opportunity to strengthen their network and contribute to the exchange of ideas.

AEROSENS

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
AEROSENS LLC is a company based in Hollywood, Florida, specializing in cloud-based cabin management software for the aviation industry. Its flagship product, the Aircraft Cabin Management Solution, is a patent-pending platform that offers pre-flight and real-time visibility into critical aircraft cabin safety and security equipment. This solution enhances operational efficiency and reduces costs for airlines. In addition to its cabin management offerings, AEROSENS provides a Tool Management Solution that enables real-time tracking of tools in the manufacturing sector. The company also offers business consulting, benchmarking, training, and cabin retrofit services to support its clients' needs in the aviation market.

Nibi

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Nibi operates a marketplace platform that connects companies with nonprofit organizations to enhance social and environmental initiatives. By facilitating partnerships between businesses and charities, Nibi aims to improve the social sector and support sustainable marketing campaigns. The platform enables businesses to automate their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts, fostering collaboration with various foundations and programs. Through these connections, Nibi seeks to create a more socially responsible and sustainable community.

Appdrop

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Appdrop is a developer of no-code app-building software that enables non-technical teams to create customized mobile applications without the need for coding knowledge. The platform addresses the challenges faced by small teams and individuals in developing professional mobile apps, which often involve high costs and complex processes. By offering an intuitive solution, Appdrop allows users to rapidly design and launch polished applications, facilitating digital transformation at a minimal expense. The company's software empowers clients to efficiently validate their ideas and streamline the app development process, making it accessible for those without technical expertise.

HomeZada

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
HomeZada, Inc. operates a digital home information platform that supports homeowners throughout the entire lifecycle of their property, including ownership, selling, and purchasing. The platform enables users to manage various aspects of homeownership such as home insurance, maintenance schedules, remodeling projects, and financial management. It serves a diverse range of users, including homeowners of single-family homes, townhouses, condos, and estates, as well as real estate agents, home builders, insurance agents, and property managers. HomeZada also offers a professional application that assists these service providers in marketing and delivering services to homeowners. By maintaining a comprehensive digital history of a property, HomeZada allows homeowners to present valuable information when selling their homes, while enabling potential buyers to inherit this data for informed decision-making. Founded in 2010, HomeZada is based in El Dorado Hills, California.

Bellwethr

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Bellwethr Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a customer decision optimization platform aimed at enhancing business processes through artificial intelligence and machine learning. Founded in 2017 and based in Wamego, Kansas, Bellwethr's platform automates personalized, next-best actions during critical events in the customer journey, thereby improving customer retention and lifetime value. The company focuses on making machine learning and AI accessible to users regardless of their technical expertise, enabling subscription-based businesses to optimize their customer lifecycle processes effectively. By leveraging data and advanced algorithms, Bellwethr assists clients in attracting new leads while retaining existing customers.

Urban Connect

Seed Round in 2020
Urban Connect is a corporate mobility platform offering company employees access to a fleet of low-carbon, shared vehicles like e-bikes, bikes, e-scooters and e-cars. The offering is structured as a mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) solution. The company services large blue chip clients like Roche, Avaloq, Hilti, Sonova or Zurich Insurance. The team is composed of a number of people from different nationalities & backgrounds, all with the common goal of helping companies reduce their carbon and space footprints.

Node App

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Node App Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in developing a mobile application designed to connect brands, restaurants, and agencies with verified micro-influencers. Incorporated in 2017 and based in Markham, Node App facilitates product promotion through its platform, enabling brands to effectively sample their products and generate user-generated content. The application supports over 100 brands across North America by streamlining and data-driving marketing campaigns, thereby enhancing brand visibility and engagement through influencer partnerships.

checkme AI

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
checkme AI provides companies with the HR development tools to improve performance, increasing profitability, and equality in organizations. Rather than focus mostly on measuring skills, they measure motivation and job mastery (passion/perception/proficiency). By measuring passion and job mastery Checkme AI is able to tell not only whether a person can do the job, but also if they are able to do it well.

Leia

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Leia is an artificial intelligence platform that can design, code, and publish its custom digital presence in minutes, starting with a simple voice command. They give customers power and help them grow their businesses online.

BLP Digital

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
BLP Digital is a technology company that specializes in automating document-based workflows in ERP and accounting through the use of artificial intelligence. The company's platform is designed to automatically extract relevant information from documents, significantly speeding up decision-making processes while reducing operational costs. By streamlining repetitive tasks, BLP Digital enhances efficiency and improves accuracy in data extraction. This enables organizations to make quicker, more informed decisions and optimize their overall document processing times. Through its innovative approach, BLP Digital aims to transform traditional workflows, allowing businesses to save time and resources.

DeepSee.ai

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
DeepSee.ai is a company that focuses on Knowledge Process Automation powered by artificial intelligence. It has developed a business process automation system specifically tailored for banking and financial services. The company's technology analyzes and routes communications to streamline and enhance complex business processes while ensuring security compliance. DeepSee.ai's solutions are designed to be model agnostic, allowing clients to refine their data effectively. This enables organizations to create, manage, and access a unified base of collective business intelligence, ultimately improving operational efficiency and decision-making.

GotSpot

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
GotSpot is an online marketplace that facilitates short-term rentals of commercial spaces, resembling the concept of Airbnb but tailored for various types of business environments. The platform connects local businesses with underutilized spaces, allowing entrepreneurs to rent facilities such as kitchens, galleries, studios, warehouses, workshops, bars, and restaurants for brief periods. This arrangement not only enables entrepreneurs to seize new opportunities but also provides local businesses with an additional revenue stream. By fostering these transactions, GotSpot aims to enhance the local economy and promote community resilience.

TALENT ON DEMAND

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Talent On Demand is a consulting agency. They serve businesses and the human resources sector. It offers consulting, executive search, marketplace, marketing, finance, and product design.

LikeU

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
LikeU operates an online platform that connects corporate clients with part-time telecommuters, focusing on staffing services. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Antioquia, Colombia, with an office in Mexico City, the company emphasizes inclusivity by catering to women and individuals with disabilities. In addition to staffing solutions, LikeU offers online training and skills certifications to enhance the employability of its workforce. The company also provides business development services, employment support, and sales assistance for local businesses, contributing to the growth of the business process outsourcing industry. Through its services, LikeU aims to deliver well-paid job opportunities while fostering a diverse and skilled labor pool.

SurviVR

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
SurviVR is a company that provides a virtual reality training platform designed to enhance the decision-making and response times of first responders, particularly in law enforcement. Founded in 2018 and based in Dallas, Texas, SurviVR focuses on delivering immersive and data-driven training experiences that simulate high-pressure scenarios. By utilizing advanced virtual reality technology, the platform aims to improve officers' judgment and public safety, enabling them to better navigate complex situations in the field. Through its innovative approach, SurviVR seeks to empower first responders with the skills necessary for effective and timely decision-making.

Lukkap

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Lukkap is an innovative company based in Barcelona, Spain, established in 2009, that focuses on transforming organizations and influencing their environments to create a positive societal legacy. Through its various business units, Lukkap offers consultancy and mentorship services, as well as funding and access to investors, aiming to support organizational transformation across multiple sectors. With extensive experience in over 80 countries, the company serves a diverse clientele, addressing their strategic needs on a global scale.

Perkzilla

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
PerkZilla offers tools, tips, tricks, and growth knowledge to give the brand the upper hand in an ultra-competitive marketplace. They contribute to the continuous growth of brands without spending any money on advertising.

TRUSTFUL.AI

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
TRUSTFUL is a meeting point for leading businesses.

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Non Equity Assistance in 2019
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Pack Elephant

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Pack Elephant is a black-owned and woman-owned business that specializes in socially conscious gifting, connecting conscientious gifters with a network of ethnically diverse artisans and makers. The company offers a range of curated gifts that reflect various themes, including social causes, BIPOC ownership, orientation, geography, and service to country. By focusing on personalized and meaningful gifts, Pack Elephant aims to make the gifting experience both simple and impactful. Their platform also aligns corporate gifts with companies' ESG and supplier diversity goals, allowing gifters to track the social impact of their selections. This commitment to high-touch customer service enhances the overall experience for those looking to honor individuals in a thoughtful manner.

Jump.in

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Jump.in is a digital marketing agency that helps its clients jumpstart their careers. Its goal is to give an opportunity for a career that will assure social and financial mobility for a better life. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Tarci

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Tarci is a New York-based company founded in April 2019 by Leetal Gruper, specializing in optimizing customer data to enhance sales outcomes for data and commercial teams. The company offers a business sales platform that leverages artificial intelligence to improve sales conversion rates by identifying warm B2B leads based on real-time events. By aggregating information from various online sources, Tarci enables businesses to increase their productivity and effectively target potential customers.

Elsen

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Elsen Inc. is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2013. It specializes in providing a cloud-based high-performance computing platform designed for financial applications. The company's platform-as-a-service solution enables large financial institutions to efficiently manage, access, and utilize vast quantities of data. By leveraging an accelerated computing engine and graphical processing unit-based algorithms, Elsen helps businesses optimize their data, resources, and vendor relationships. This allows financial firms to make informed decisions more quickly and achieve improved insights and return on investment.

Securaxis

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Securaxis specializes in the development, installation, and operation of innovative safety and security solutions. Founded in 2018 as the first incubated company of BIC of CERN Technologies in Switzerland, Securaxis has garnered recognition through various accolades, including the Entreprendre Network and Swisscom Start-up Challenge. The company is part of the HP Enterprise Startup Incubator and the NVIDIA Inception Program. Securaxis has a dedicated team of eight experts in fields such as machine learning, acoustics, and data management, who have collaborated for over four years. They have successfully developed and commercialized a mobile security application utilized by clients including the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in Switzerland, the Olympic Committee, and the United Nations. Securaxis operates a real-time geolocalized security information platform that employs smart acoustic sensors to analyze and classify sounds in urban environments, enabling organizations to make informed decisions to enhance safety.

Augmenta

Grant in 2018
Augmenta, founded in 2017 in Athens, Greece, by George Varvarelis and Dimitris Evangelopoulos, provides an innovative agricultural technology that enhances farm efficiency and productivity. The company's flagship product, the Field Analyzer, is a plug-and-play device compatible with any tractor. It analyzes the specific needs for fertilizers, fungicides, and pesticides across different areas of a farm in real-time, allowing for precise application that optimizes crop yield while minimizing waste. The Field Analyzer can also control agricultural machinery automatically, applying the correct amounts of chemicals without requiring farmer intervention. Additionally, Augmenta offers a user-friendly web platform called the field-viewer, which provides visual data analytics for farmers to track field performance and make informed, data-driven decisions tailored to their specific needs. After successful pilots in 24 fields over two years, Augmenta is currently collaborating with food companies and has partnered with NVIDIA to further develop its advanced deep learning technology.

Peach

Series B in 2018
Peach partners with local restaurants to provide online lunch delivery services for companies in metropolitan areas such as Seattle, Boston, and Phoenix. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, the company aims to enhance employee workday energy by offering wholesome and fulfilling lunches. Through its mobile application, Peach allows businesses to offer subsidized meal programs, where employees can receive daily menus from local restaurants via text and place orders for individuals or groups. This convenient service supports companies in fostering a positive workplace culture by providing a reliable lunch benefit for their teams. In recognition of its innovative approach, Peach was named one of Geekwire's Top 200 Pacific Northwest Start-Ups in 2015.

Socialyte

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Socialyte is a marketing agency based in Albany, New York, specializing in connecting brands with a curated network of 500 influential tastemakers. These tastemakers represent branded media across over 60% of the world's leading personal style blogs, as well as prestigious digital platforms for publications such as Vanity Fair, Glamour, and Teen Vogue. Socialyte develops and manages tailored digital marketing programs that address the specific needs of various brands, allowing them to effectively engage their target audiences and enhance purchase intent. The agency has successfully executed over 500 native advertising campaigns for a range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and prominent fashion and beauty brands.

Heepsy

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Heepsy is an influencer marketing platform that facilitates connections between agencies, brands, and influencers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bilbao, Spain, the company provides tools for businesses to discover Instagram influencers tailored to specific campaign themes, locations, follower counts, and engagement rates. This enables brands to identify authentic influencers who align with their marketing goals and enhance the effectiveness of their campaigns. By streamlining the search process, Heepsy empowers brands to make informed decisions in their influencer partnerships.

VISIE

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Advanced Scanners Inc. is an innovative company focused on enhancing surgical navigation through its proprietary 3D optical tracking technology, specifically targeting the healthcare sector. Established in 2017 and based in Austin, Texas, the company addresses a significant $20 billion market by aiming to minimize errors associated with brain surgery, particularly the critical issue of brain shift. This problem has been highlighted by FDA warnings regarding its contribution to serious surgical complications. Advanced Scanners has developed a radiation-free and contact-free 3D optical scanner that has been successfully pilot-tested in cadaver labs, demonstrating its ability to measure brain shift and differentiate brain tissue based on optical properties. The company is currently conducting an IRB-approved study on patients undergoing open craniotomy for various neurological conditions. With a team comprised of experts in optical sciences, surgical engineering, and medical sales, Advanced Scanners is also collaborating with a leading medical device firm to integrate their technology into existing navigation systems. The company has secured initial funding and is pursuing additional investment to further advance its product development and market entry.

Black Business University

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Black Business University endeavors to empower, educate and ignite black entrepreneurs to live and lead bigger lives, and create massive business & financial legacies. By leveraging the power of digital marketing, they're creating a course marketplace for personal, professional and business development that has the power to change black economy forever.

CloudBoost

Grant in 2017
CloudBoost offers a serverless cloud platform that simplifies application development by integrating various database functionalities into a single service. By providing a unified API, it allows developers to harness the capabilities of different database types, such as document databases, cache, and graph databases, without the complexity of managing multiple systems. The platform supports essential backend services, including data storage, user authentication, real-time notifications, and search functionalities. Additionally, CloudBoost provides consulting and development services to assist clients in creating websites, applications, and services, ultimately enhancing user experiences.

Kheyti

Grant in 2017
Kheyti is a business consulting and advisory service established in 2015 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, aimed at supporting farmers in India with their technical and financial needs. The company offers a range of services, including low-cost farming alternatives, farming consultation, financial assistance, and training for farmers. By providing these resources, Kheyti seeks to empower farmers to successfully initiate and expand their agricultural enterprises, thereby enhancing rural business opportunities.

Lefort

Grant in 2017
Lefort specializes in developing a virtual robotic platform that automates financial transaction processes. This platform is designed to validate, register, analyze, and execute transactions in real time, creating a fully digital workflow. By streamlining the order to cash and purchase to pay processes, Lefort offers businesses a cost-effective and efficient solution for managing payments. The company focuses on enhancing operational efficiency for its customers and corporate clients through automation, thereby saving time and reducing the complexity of financial transactions.

Orai

Grant in 2017
Orai is a Philadelphia-based company founded in 2016 that develops an artificial intelligence-driven public speaking application. This app provides users with instant feedback on their speech, helping them improve their oratory skills through guided lessons and detailed analysis. Orai's technology utilizes machine learning to analyze voice recordings, identify filler words, and enhance overall communication effectiveness. With a user base exceeding 300,000 on iOS and Android platforms, the application has delivered AI-driven feedback on over 2 million recordings. Orai serves not only individual users but also enterprises, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for communication and soft skills training.

Upstream Tech

Grant in 2017
Upstream Tech is a mission-driven organization that specializes in software and machine learning applications aimed at freshwater conservation. Utilizing advanced remote sensing technologies and satellite imagery, the company develops tools that enable precise monitoring and measurement of irrigation across extensive areas. By integrating various satellite and meteorological data sources, Upstream Tech's solutions facilitate efficient water management and promote effective water markets. These innovations empower environmental research organizations and enhance the impact of conservation efforts worldwide, making sophisticated technologies more accessible and user-friendly for those engaged in environmental work.

Fintecture

Grant in 2017
Fintecture is a pioneering B2B payment platform that facilitates seamless payment collection for approximately 7,000 businesses, serving around 230,000 payers. The company offers a scalable payment interface gateway that connects businesses to banks, enabling open banking through a user-friendly programming interface. This technology simplifies the technical and regulatory complexities associated with payment processing, allowing merchants to initiate transactions and access customer account data directly. By focusing on first-principles design for B2B transactions, Fintecture helps businesses save time and costs while enhancing sales through easier bank transfer payments. As a licensed payment institution, Fintecture is committed to providing innovative solutions that streamline the payment process for its clients.

Denim

Grant in 2017
Denim is a freight payment system specifically designed for freight brokers, focusing on the management of working capital, carrier payments, and back-office processes. The platform offers a suite of services, including factoring, automated invoicing, collections, and payments, aimed at simplifying operations for small freight brokers. By enhancing access to critical working capital, Denim enables these brokers to thrive in a competitive market, allowing them to concentrate on their core business activities while streamlining their financial processes.

Oze

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Oze is a digital platform designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa by providing tools for managing sales, expenses, and customer data. The app enables entrepreneurs to track their financial activities efficiently and offers tailored recommendations, reports, and business education to enhance their operations. Oze also provides access to coaching for users seeking additional guidance. By leveraging data and machine learning, Oze can assess credit risk and facilitate affordable financing options through banking partners. With a user base exceeding 150,000, Oze has established itself as the largest online community of SMEs in West Africa, demonstrating significant impact as 97% of businesses using Oze for over nine months have reported growth or profitability.

TeleLingo

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
TeleLingo specializes in developing a driver attention management device aimed at enhancing road safety by mitigating distractions and drowsiness among drivers. The device employs advanced machine vision and biosensor technology to monitor drivers' cognitive states, detecting signs of impairment or fatigue. When such conditions are identified, the system engages drivers through alerts or interactive dialogue to promote safer driving behaviors. TeleLingo's solutions are designed for use by insurance companies, fleet management services, and ride-sharing platforms, providing them with tools to reduce the risk of accidents and improve overall driver safety.

Securaxis

Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Securaxis specializes in the development, installation, and operation of innovative safety and security solutions. Founded in 2018 as the first incubated company of BIC of CERN Technologies in Switzerland, Securaxis has garnered recognition through various accolades, including the Entreprendre Network and Swisscom Start-up Challenge. The company is part of the HP Enterprise Startup Incubator and the NVIDIA Inception Program. Securaxis has a dedicated team of eight experts in fields such as machine learning, acoustics, and data management, who have collaborated for over four years. They have successfully developed and commercialized a mobile security application utilized by clients including the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in Switzerland, the Olympic Committee, and the United Nations. Securaxis operates a real-time geolocalized security information platform that employs smart acoustic sensors to analyze and classify sounds in urban environments, enabling organizations to make informed decisions to enhance safety.

Knoq

Seed Round in 2017
Knoq is a technology company focused on facilitating neighborhood conversations to promote products and services that enhance community living. Formerly known as Polis, Knoq recruits and trains local representatives, referred to as Knoqers, who engage with their neighbors directly. The company's platform is utilized by various direct-to-home brands, including Google Fiber and NRG, to optimize their outreach efforts. Knoq's application streamlines door-to-door sales and canvassing by identifying potential prospects, creating efficient walking routes for canvassers, and automating data capture and tracking of results. The company has experienced significant growth, expanding at a rate of 500% year-over-year and is actively hiring to support its development. Knoq is backed by several venture capital firms, including Haystack VC and Initialized.

MR Presta

Grant in 2016
MR Presta is a financial technology company focused on small business lending in emerging markets. It has developed an end-to-end lending platform that facilitates funding for small enterprises, utilizing in-house technology to streamline the lending process. The company partners with various platforms that lack the resources or expertise to establish their own lending operations. By leveraging both public and private APIs, MR Presta gathers necessary data to support underwriting and financing decisions. This enables small businesses to effectively analyze and assess their performance, ultimately promoting growth and access to capital in underserved regions.

MayoreoTotal.com

Grant in 2016
MayoreoTotal.com is an innovative online grocery platform that aims to transform the wholesale grocery market in Mexico, valued at approximately 20 billion USD. The company focuses on serving corporates, retail stores, and restaurants by providing a web-based shopping solution that offers a diverse range of grocery products at competitive prices. By facilitating a shift from traditional offline purchasing to a streamlined online experience, MayoreoTotal.com enables users to buy groceries quickly and efficiently, enhancing convenience and accessibility in the wholesale distribution channel.

Enginologi

Grant in 2016
Enginologi, headquartered in Boston, is a prominent provider of advanced analytics and data solutions tailored for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. The company offers a cloud-based analytics platform that empowers clients to swiftly identify actionable growth opportunities, thereby enhancing revenue and profit. Enginologi's software-as-a-service solutions combine industry expertise with innovative technology, enabling users to effectively prioritize marketing and sales investments. The platform provides critical insights into customer behavior, targeting strategies, and overall commercial effectiveness, allowing companies to optimize their engagement efforts. Enginologi is committed to transforming the analytics process, continually expanding its offerings to better serve its clients and support their growth objectives.

Clustermarket

Funding Round in 2016
Clustermarket LTD. operates an online platform that streamlines resource sharing for research in the life sciences sector. Established in 2015 and based in London, the company facilitates access to a wide range of resources, including equipment, software, services, and lab space. By allowing scientists to list, discover, and book these resources, Clustermarket supports various institutions, from small startups to large universities. The platform serves as a comprehensive lab management solution, enabling users to create personal accounts, post requirements, and connect with service providers, thereby democratizing access to expensive research tools and services. Ultimately, Clustermarket aims to accelerate the journey from innovative ideas to market-ready solutions in the life sciences industry.

SalesBrief

Grant in 2016
SalesBrief is a SaaS technology company focused on improving the way B2B companies sell products and services.

Breadware

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Breadware, Inc. is a company that provides an online platform aimed at facilitating product development, particularly in the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2017 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Breadware serves various sectors including sports, smart buildings, smart homes, transportation, medical, and industrial applications. The platform allows businesses to explore existing IoT products for inspiration, compare service providers based on various criteria, and receive support throughout the development process. By offering tools that unify hardware and firmware development, Breadware simplifies the creation of smart and connected products, helping organizations reduce costs and expedite their journey from concept to market. The company operates as a subsidiary of StoneAge Inc. as of March 2020.

OpportunitySpace

Grant in 2014
OpportunitySpace, Inc. operates a digital platform focused on the public real estate market in the United States. The company has developed BuildingBlocks, a cloud-based web application that consolidates data from various city departments, including code violations, tax delinquency, public safety calls, and utility shut-offs, into a comprehensive, map-based dashboard that offers detailed property information. Additionally, OpportunitySpace provides a Marketplace that allows governments to list available properties, engage with interested parties, and outline redevelopment goals. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and aims to facilitate investment in and development of under-valued real estate in urban areas through its innovative tools and communication channels.

Sein Analytics

Grant in 2013
Sein Analytics is a New York-based company that specializes in providing software solutions to streamline loan-level data management for financial institutions and investors. Founded in 2010 by a seasoned structured finance expert and a team of designers, strategists, and programmers, the company offers a platform that simplifies the tracking and analysis of asset-backed securities investments. By presenting data in an accessible format, Sein Analytics aids investors, advisory firms, and issuers in accurately valuing credit securities, thereby enhancing market activity. Additionally, the platform facilitates direct connections between financial institutions for the buying, selling, and management of loan portfolios, contributing to more efficient capital utilization in portfolio management. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Rifiniti

Grant in 2013
Rifiniti, Inc. specializes in data-driven analytic software solutions designed for workplace optimization. The company offers a suite of tools including Rifiniti Optimo, a software-as-a-service dashboard that monitors key performance indicators such as space utilization and total cost of occupancy. Additional modules include the Collaboration Analytics Module, which analyzes departmental interactions, the Departmental Analytics Module focusing on departmental space use, and the Booking Analytics Module that assesses meeting room utilization. The Rifiniti Reserv App facilitates real-time scheduling of meeting rooms and desks. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Rifiniti also provides workplace strategy and technology consulting services. As of mid-2019, it operates as a subsidiary of FM:Systems.

Aentropico

Grant in 2013
Aentropico is a Brazilian company that develops a predictive analytics platform aimed at facilitating decision-making for managers in mid and large enterprises. The platform utilizes Big Data to provide actionable intelligence on various aspects such as marketing, customer analysis, and resource allocation. By combining user-friendly design with advanced applied statistics, Aentropico enables non-technical users to access useful algorithms tailored to industry-specific questions. The company has conducted paid pilot projects in Colombia and Mexico across three different sectors, with plans to expand into recurrent billing projects through their beta platform. Aentropico aspires to establish itself as a leading marketplace for data science solutions in the Latin American market.

OfferLogic (Acquired by Rokt)

Grant in 2013
OfferLogic is a marketing technology company that helps B2B brands reach its exclusive SMB audience. With an unprecedented partner network, series of owned and operated websites, OfferLogic is an important marketing-lever for companies targeting small businesses. OfferLogic capabilities uniquely combines both a demand-side & sell-side platform. Small businesses benefit from smart offer recommendations during their lifecycle whether just starting out, up & running, or growing.

Skillbridge

Grant in 2013
Skillbridge, Inc. is an online marketplace based in New York that connects organizations with independent business consulting professionals. Founded in 2013 and acquired by Toptal in 2016, Skillbridge facilitates short-term engagements across various consulting projects, including market research, financial analysis, marketing strategies, and business plan development. The platform caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to early-stage startups, enabling them to harness new business opportunities through expert consultancy. Skillbridge's services encompass areas such as investor decks, due diligence, and competitor profiling, making it a comprehensive resource for organizations seeking specialized expertise in strategy, finance, and marketing.

Edfolio

Seed Round in 2013
Edfolio is dedicated to enhancing the employability of college graduates by providing free online education focused on practical skills that align with current job market demands. The company collaborates with employers to identify the specific skills needed in the tech industry and curates a training curriculum utilizing high-quality online educational resources. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for in-demand roles such as UX Design, Data Science, and Digital Marketing. Once trained, Edfolio connects these skilled candidates with employers seeking to fill job vacancies, thereby facilitating a pathway to employment in the technology sector.

Qstream

Grant in 2011
Qstream, Inc. is a software as a service company that offers a mobile sales acceleration platform designed to enhance job proficiency and drive behavioral change within sales teams. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Qstream serves various industries, including technology, financial services, and life sciences. The company specializes in micro-learning and analytics, aiming to improve the effectiveness of sales personnel through measurable outcomes. Qstream also has engineering facilities in Dublin, Ireland, and Hood River, Oregon, along with sales headquarters in Maidenhead, United Kingdom, and an office in San Francisco.

CJR Business Solutions

Grant in 2011
CJR Business Solutions is a general software-consulting firm. They started working with small businesses to streamline processes, optimize database implementations and redesign landing pages. CJR was part of MassChallenge startup accelerator program in the summer of 2010, and emerged with its current business focus in Lean Development and Consulting. The company specializes in building products people actually use: by following agile development practices, their customers are involved in every step of the process. They are strong believers in Lean practices as advanced by Eric Reis, Steve Blank and others. They believe in building Minimum Viable Products that allow their customers to get meaningful feedback from their users. They have learned a lot about building web applications in the last 3 years. One of their core competencies is in web services. Using RESTful endpoints to clearly delineate the model, view and controller they are able to create extensible, maintainable products for their customers. they specialize in Microsoft SQL Server and C# on the back end. On the front end they interface with C# endpoints which allows us to be view-agnostic. They build iOS, Android, Windows Phone, and, of course, web applications.

SMAK

Grant in 2011
Smak puts professionals in control of their communication by turning email and social network clutter into relevant and insightful conversations. Smak increases responsiveness to key clients, improves sales, and automates tedious CRM tasks. Their unique technology makes it easier to deal with communication overload and see clearly which relationships can be leveraged for new business opportunities. Their current customers include recruiters, financial advisers and real-estate agents.

Nairobi Capital

Grant in 2010
Nairobi Capital, Inc. is a Real Estate Development and Business Finance Company targeting the emerging middle class in Africa. It is a US Company incorporated in the state of Delaware, with its principal office in the state of Massachusetts, where it is registered to do business.

Honor Our Troops

Grant in 2010
HOT provides veterans with an opportunity to save money while helping other veterans.Proceeds from the sale of HOT discount cards is donated to the HOT Foundation.HOT business members increase their sales by offring discounts to veterans.Branded as a HOT member, businesses will be recognized by HOT card members and also by the public at large as being "veteran friendly.HOT Inc. is a for profit company with a non-profit affiliate.

TaskPoint

Grant in 2010
TaskPoint is an online project management and collaboration software designed to enhance the efficiency of project management for small and medium-sized businesses. Launched in October 2009 as PMP HQ, TaskPoint offers a user-friendly platform that includes integrated features such as issue tracking, multiple version control options, and visual tools like calendars and Gantt charts to help users manage projects effectively. Serving customers across the USA, UK, and EU, TaskPoint caters to a diverse range of industries and is positioned for significant growth as businesses increasingly allocate a larger portion of their tech budgets to online software solutions. Recognized as one of the top web project management tools, TaskPoint aims to facilitate seamless collaboration and improve project outcomes.

SkinnyTrip

Grant in 2010
SkinnyTrip makes companies more profitable by giving employees incentives to spend less money on business travel. Employees are given points when they select flights, hotels, and rental cars that lower expenses. The points can be exchanged for thousands of different prizes, including name brand merchandise and vacation packages. Lower costs. Happier employees. SkinnyTrip.
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