Jewett Automation
Private Equity Round in 2025
Jewett Automation is a factory automation company based in Richmond, Virginia, founded in 1981. The firm specializes in conceiving, designing, and constructing custom automation systems tailored to meet specific client needs. Jewett Automation addresses challenges related to non-standard automation equipment by developing solutions such as liquid dispensing, heat sealing, printing and labeling, lean assembly, and functional testing equipment. Through its innovative approaches, the company helps clients enhance the long-term efficiency and reliability of their manufacturing operations.
Periphery
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Periphery offers embedded AI cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, defence, and medical devices. Their lightweight agents operate directly on connected hardware, employing embedded AI for real-time attack detection and prevention, even in disconnected or resource-limited settings. Additionally, they work with device makers to meet incoming product security regulations, from threat modelling to SBOM risk analysis and compliance readiness. Whether protecting devices in the field or preparing them for market, Periphery secures what others can’t see.
Xcelerate Solutions
Venture Round in 2023
Xcelerate Solutions is a defense and national security company focused on serving the enterprise and personnel vetting mission space. The company provides a range of services, including strategic consulting, digital transformation, enterprise security, and management consulting. By offering innovative solutions, Xcelerate Solutions helps clients develop and implement effective business strategies while facilitating change management processes to achieve sustainable outcomes. Their expertise enables organizations to manage risk effectively, streamline operations, and accelerate the time it takes to realize value from their initiatives.
The Smith & Oby Company
Venture Round in 2022
The Smith & Oby Company is a prominent Midwest mechanical contractor specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and plumbing services. The company primarily targets the healthcare, education, commercial and industrial, and civic sectors. Smith & Oby offers a comprehensive range of services, including HVAC installation, plumbing, process piping, project budgeting, engineering, and maintenance. Additionally, the company provides 24/7 emergency services, ensuring that clients receive timely assistance when needed. Through its extensive expertise and commitment to quality, Smith & Oby enables clients to efficiently complete their projects across the Midwestern United States.
Orbis Operations
Acquisition in 2021
Orbis Operations is a privately-held firm that specializes in providing training, advisory, software engineering, and cybersecurity services to both government and commercial clients. The company focuses on enhancing situational awareness and addressing complex security challenges through a range of services, including intelligence-related training, specialized staff support, embedded advisory support, exercise support, and comprehensive research and consulting. By leveraging its expertise, Orbis Operations enables organizations to effectively assess and adapt to the dynamic security landscape they face.
Federal Data Systems
Venture Round in 2018
Federal Data Systems, Inc. is an information technology company based in Linthicum, Virginia, specializing in providing IT services to both commercial and government sectors. Founded in 2001, the company focuses on the design, implementation, and monitoring of automated systems with a strong emphasis on data security and incident response. Its offerings include network and server monitoring, disaster recovery, forensic analysis, and application development, among other IT support services. Federal Data Systems is particularly noted for its work with government agencies in the intelligence community, where it manages mission-critical systems and secure networks. The company employs a highly skilled network engineering team that ensures secure and efficient communication for its clients. Additionally, it assists commercial clients in enhancing their IT security through comprehensive assessments and protection program development, addressing potential vulnerabilities and insider threats. By leveraging partnerships with hardware and software manufacturers, Federal Data Systems effectively implements tailored solutions to safeguard client data across various environments.
Dedicated Computing
Acquisition in 2017
Dedicated Computing LLC specializes in designing, building, validating, and integrating embedded and single-purpose computing systems for original equipment manufacturers and independent software vendors. Established in 1978 and based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, the company provides a range of products, including control processing systems, data and image processing solutions, and various data storage systems. Its offerings also encompass image generation services and planning/viewing systems for data analysis in medical imaging, security, military training, and industrial applications. Dedicated Computing serves a diverse clientele, including prominent manufacturers in the healthcare, life sciences, training and simulation, and energy exploration sectors. The company emphasizes the importance of security and support in its computing systems, ensuring that clients have access to reliable and efficient technology for their operational needs.
Genesys Aerosystems
Venture Round in 2016
Genesys Aerosystems Group, Inc. is a provider of integrated avionics solutions and technology for both rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft. Founded in 2014 and based in Mineral Wells, Texas, the company specializes in a wide range of products, including displays, flight management systems, hazard alerting, engine and systems monitoring, autopilot systems, and sensors. Its innovative synthetic vision Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) enhances flight crew situational awareness and safety and is approved for over 700 aircraft models. Additionally, Genesys Aerosystems offers the Helicopter Stability Augmentation System and Autopilot (HeliSAS) as part of its extensive S-TEC range, contributing to improved safety for light piston and turbine helicopters. The company aims to deliver products that enhance safety, operational flexibility, and growth potential for military, special mission, and civil aviation sectors. As of 2020, Genesys Aerosystems operates as a subsidiary of Moog Inc.
Project Frog
Series D in 2013
Project Frog, Inc., established in 2006 in San Francisco, specializes in developing, constructing, and delivering energy-efficient modular buildings. Their product range adapts to diverse architectural needs, serving sectors such as early childhood education, K-12 schools, higher education, healthcare facilities, public spaces, retail outlets, and more. The company's mission is to streamline traditional construction methods by employing technology, resulting in greener, smarter structures that enhance occupant performance and well-being.
AIA Corporation
Acquisition in 2013
AIA Corporation is a prominent distributor of promotional products based in the United States, serving a network of marketing distributorships. The company specializes in helping businesses create effective marketing and advertising strategies by providing access to a wide range of promotional items, including corporate apparel and branded merchandise. AIA Corporation enhances the capabilities of its distributors through a suite of professional services, which includes advanced technology, back-office support, order financing, and sales coaching. These resources are designed to streamline operations and empower entrepreneurs to focus on their business objectives. By fostering supplier relations and offering comprehensive marketing programs, AIA Corporation enables its partners to effectively engage with customers in an evolving marketplace.
Quiet Professionals is a defense contracting company located in Tampa, FL.