Sniffer Robotics
Seed Round in 2022
Sniffer Robotics specializes in environmental solutions, notably its advanced SnifferDRONE™ technology. This unmanned aerial system efficiently collects methane concentration data, pinpointing leaks accurately for mitigation. Initially developed for municipal solid waste landfills, it's applicable across various industries. The company offers a range of drone-based services and GIS mapping software.
Genomenon
Series B in 2022
Genomenon, Inc. is a software development company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in tools for genetic diagnosis and discovery. Founded in 2014, it provides a suite of diagnostic and discovery solutions that enable physicians, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to rapidly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic sequencing data. The company’s flagship product, GENOMENON, automates the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, thereby enhancing decision-making processes in clinical settings and accelerating discoveries in genomics. With its focus on improving cancer diagnosis and treatment, Genomenon aims to support better patient outcomes through its innovative software solutions.
BitLyft
Seed Round in 2021
BitLyft provides custom security services and develops a network management platform to combat cybersecurity threats. The platform offers active monitoring and detection, threat remediation, user behavior analytics, application monitoring, network forensics, log management and reporting, and file integrity monitoring, along with compliance assurance and cloud security features. By integrating these capabilities, BitLyft supports organizations in building and managing security operations and DevOps workflows effectively.
KUHMUTE
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2018, KUHMUTE designs and manufactures advanced charging hubs for multimodal micromobility vehicles. Headquartered in Flint, Michigan with offices in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Grand Haven, Michigan, the company specializes in creating platform-agnostic solutions that enable cities and mobility service providers to charge eScooters, ebikes, and autonomous delivery robots securely and efficiently.
Genomenon
Series A in 2021
Genomenon, Inc. is a software development company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in tools for genetic diagnosis and discovery. Founded in 2014, it provides a suite of diagnostic and discovery solutions that enable physicians, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to rapidly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic sequencing data. The company’s flagship product, GENOMENON, automates the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, thereby enhancing decision-making processes in clinical settings and accelerating discoveries in genomics. With its focus on improving cancer diagnosis and treatment, Genomenon aims to support better patient outcomes through its innovative software solutions.
Shoulder Innovations
Venture Round in 2020
Shoulder Innovations designs and manufactures medical devices for shoulder replacement surgery, focusing on inset glenoid fixation technology to provide a stable glenoid platform and reliable fixation. Its product portfolio includes InSet Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, InSet Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, ProVoyance Shoulder Planning Software, and InSet Tray System, along with associated instrumentation. The company distributes its products through partners in the United States and aims to reduce operative time and overall healthcare costs while improving post-surgical implant stability. Founded in 2009, the company is based in Holland, Michigan.
AdAdapted
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, AdAdapted provides a mobile advertising platform for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. Its platform enables CPG brands to directly target consumers within shopping apps at the moment of decision-making, revealing product preferences and shopping habits.
Circadian Risk
Seed Round in 2020
Circadian Risk is a company that specializes in physical risk assessment through its proprietary software platform. This platform employs a score-based methodology to analyze risk data across various sectors and locations, enabling enterprises to evaluate and improve their physical security measures. By digitizing security and safety information, Circadian Risk identifies potential threats and incidents, helping organizations to generate, resolve, and communicate critical data effectively. This innovative approach allows businesses to mitigate vulnerabilities in the workplace and enhance overall safety.
Facility Health
Seed Round in 2020
Facility Health, Inc. is a company that specializes in facility condition assessment services and the development of a technology platform tailored for healthcare systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Belmont, Michigan, the company focuses on asset life cycle care by providing a comprehensive solution that combines software and engineering services. Facility Health offers various services, including design, construction, facility management, and compliance management. Its flagship technology, Origin, facilitates real-time analysis of asset and facility health, enabling users to prioritize maintenance needs, optimize investments, and manage risk. Additionally, the Facility Health Index allows users to oversee tactical and strategic aspects of their facilities on a unified dashboard. By transitioning facilities from a reactive to a predictive maintenance strategy, Facility Health aims to enhance the efficiency and longevity of critical infrastructure components in healthcare environments. The company operates as a subsidiary of Synergy Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Ripple Science
Venture Round in 2020
Ripple Science develops web-based software for health sciences, facilitating participant recruitment and management in clinical, translational, and social science studies. Its platform offers features like study dashboard management, recruitment campaign tracking, potential participant monitoring, enrolled participant tracking, and task management. Serving academic investigators, clinical trial sites, and CROs, Ripple Science has clients including Johns Hopkins University and the University of Michigan.
SkySpecs develops unmanned aerial vehicles and integrated software solutions for the wind energy sector, focusing on operations and maintenance. Its offerings include analytics, blade inspection services, engineering projects, and collaborative tools that aggregate and digitize data from multiple sources. The Horizon reporting platform and a central data repository streamline communication with third parties and enable full‑scale repair campaigns. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. SkySpecs aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, and returns for renewable energy assets by providing purpose‑built technologies that help customers make informed decisions.
Ocuphire Pharma
Seed Round in 2019
Ocuphire Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for various ophthalmic disorders. Its lead product candidate, Nyxol eye drops, is a once-daily preservative-free formulation of phentolamine mesylate aimed at reducing pupil size for indications such as night vision disturbances, glaucoma, pharmacologically-induced mydriasis, and presbyopia.
Give and Take
Seed Round in 2019
Give and Take, Inc., founded in 2016, is based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The company specializes in developing a knowledge collaboration application that facilitates structured platforms for social groups to exchange meaningful help. Their primary product, the Give and Get App, is designed to enhance engagement and social capital within organizations. Give and Take offers tailored solutions for corporate environments, higher education institutions, and associations. These solutions focus on improving information sharing, communication, relationship building, talent management, team dynamics, and various educational and community-building activities. The company's technology fosters a giving culture, aiming to boost employee efficiency, productivity, loyalty, and engagement through the principles of generalized reciprocity and social capital.
Naveego
Seed Round in 2019
Naveego, Inc. is a technology company based in Traverse City, Michigan, specializing in cloud-based software solutions for data management. The company develops The Complete Data Accuracy Platform, which integrates data from various enterprise sources into a unified and business-centric format, making it readily accessible and reliable for organizational use. Additionally, Naveego provides The Naveego Accelerator, a tool that assesses data health by connecting two data sources. Their offerings are tailored for industries such as healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, IT services, retail, and energy, enabling organizations to efficiently detect and rectify data accuracy issues in real-time. Founded in 2012, Naveego aims to facilitate seamless data movement across applications, ensuring that businesses have access to clean and trustworthy information for critical decision-making.
Shoulder Innovations
Series A in 2018
Shoulder Innovations designs and manufactures medical devices for shoulder replacement surgery, focusing on inset glenoid fixation technology to provide a stable glenoid platform and reliable fixation. Its product portfolio includes InSet Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, InSet Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, ProVoyance Shoulder Planning Software, and InSet Tray System, along with associated instrumentation. The company distributes its products through partners in the United States and aims to reduce operative time and overall healthcare costs while improving post-surgical implant stability. Founded in 2009, the company is based in Holland, Michigan.
Shoptelligence
Venture Round in 2018
Shoptelligence Inc. is a technology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that operates an AI-powered style discovery platform designed to assist retailers in enhancing customer engagement and increasing sales revenue. Founded in 2018, Shoptelligence provides an array of features, including virtual sales assistants, email marketing tools, and personalized style curation, which enable retailers to offer individualized shopping experiences. By leveraging its platform, retailers can better understand customer preferences and create tailored shopping journeys that promote brand loyalty and higher average order values. Overall, Shoptelligence aims to empower retailers to foster customer retention and drive revenue growth through enhanced personalization and engagement.
GeoTix Network, Inc. is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in providing solutions designed to help media companies generate new, non-advertising revenue streams through local event discovery and ticket purchasing. Founded in 2015 and based in Traverse City, Michigan, GeoTix operates a platform that enables media organizations to engage their audiences more effectively, enhancing their community presence while leveraging existing content for revenue generation. The platform offers features such as accessible ticket sales data, customer data management, and consistent online ticket sales integration with media companies' websites. By streamlining the ticket sales process and removing national ticket sellers from the equation, GeoTix empowers clients to increase income, enhance branding efforts, drive website traffic, and strengthen community relationships. As of 2020, GeoTix functions as a subsidiary of evvnt Inc.
Plinqit
Seed Round in 2018
Plinqit offers a SaaS platform that enables banks to offer goal-based micro-savings accounts. The solution covers onboarding and administration of customer accounts, analytics across user activity, and publishing tools to deliver content and support cross-selling. The platform supports both traditional and digital banks in attracting and retaining depositors by providing interactive savings applications and gamification, enabling customers and their children to save and learn modern money management techniques. Founded in 2015 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Plinqit focuses on helping financial institutions engage savers through a structured saving experience and automated saving workflows.
Mi Padrino
Seed Round in 2018
Mi Padrino is an event planning service dedicated to assisting families in organizing and funding celebrations rooted in Hispanic traditions, such as Quinceañeras, weddings, and baptisms. Founded by Kim Gamez, who recognized the complexities involved in coordinating these significant events, Mi Padrino offers a user-friendly platform that allows users to manage and share event details with friends and family worldwide. This innovative service streamlines the planning process by providing an all-in-one solution for event organization, enabling users to easily share their special moments and receive financial contributions from loved ones, regardless of their location. Through Mi Padrino, families can celebrate their traditions with greater ease and efficiency.
SkySpecs develops unmanned aerial vehicles and integrated software solutions for the wind energy sector, focusing on operations and maintenance. Its offerings include analytics, blade inspection services, engineering projects, and collaborative tools that aggregate and digitize data from multiple sources. The Horizon reporting platform and a central data repository streamline communication with third parties and enable full‑scale repair campaigns. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. SkySpecs aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, and returns for renewable energy assets by providing purpose‑built technologies that help customers make informed decisions.
Kumanu Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a digital health solutions company specializing in promoting healthy behavioral changes through its Purposeful app. This mobile and web-based platform engages, motivates, and supports individuals across various aspects of life, fostering sustainable lifestyle improvements. Kumanu serves employers, health plans, and healthcare systems by enhancing population health engagement and overall well-being via data-driven strategies that address burnout, disengagement, and mental health concerns in the workforce.
Matterhorn
Series A in 2017
Matterhorn, developed by Court Innovations, is a cloud-based online platform that facilitates the resolution of legal cases, particularly for high-volume infractions and minor offenses. It allows users to select their court, search for their case, check status updates, and resolve issues online, streamlining the court process for both citizens and judicial systems. The platform empowers defendants to address minor violations informally and conveniently, without the necessity of hiring an attorney. By providing an accessible online negotiation system, Matterhorn enhances the efficiency of court operations, saving time and resources for both the courts and the individuals involved. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Court Innovations serves customers primarily in Michigan and Ohio.
Groundspeed Analytics
Series A in 2017
Groundspeed Analytics develops software that automates data processing in commercial insurance. Its platform uses machine learning to analyze documents like submissions, loss runs, and policy documents, empowering users to improve financial performance by identifying profitable risks.
Shoulder Innovations
Series A in 2017
Shoulder Innovations designs and manufactures medical devices for shoulder replacement surgery, focusing on inset glenoid fixation technology to provide a stable glenoid platform and reliable fixation. Its product portfolio includes InSet Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, InSet Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, ProVoyance Shoulder Planning Software, and InSet Tray System, along with associated instrumentation. The company distributes its products through partners in the United States and aims to reduce operative time and overall healthcare costs while improving post-surgical implant stability. Founded in 2009, the company is based in Holland, Michigan.
ContentOro
Convertible Note in 2016
ContentOro is a content marketing platform that aims to transform how digital marketers and brands acquire content. Utilizing proprietary software, the company converts millions of pages from published books into high-quality, relevant content that can be easily searched and integrated into websites. This on-demand access to a vast repository of professionally written material not only enhances information dissemination but also provides significant SEO benefits. By offering a library of curated content, ContentOro helps businesses better connect with their customers and improve engagement across digital platforms, ultimately enhancing their brand visibility and search results.
Genomenon
Seed Round in 2016
Genomenon, Inc. is a software development company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in tools for genetic diagnosis and discovery. Founded in 2014, it provides a suite of diagnostic and discovery solutions that enable physicians, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to rapidly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic sequencing data. The company’s flagship product, GENOMENON, automates the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, thereby enhancing decision-making processes in clinical settings and accelerating discoveries in genomics. With its focus on improving cancer diagnosis and treatment, Genomenon aims to support better patient outcomes through its innovative software solutions.
Foodjunky
Seed Round in 2016
Foodjunky is an online platform that allows people in small or large groups to order food from restaurants.
It was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
BoostUp operates a social saving platform that enables consumers to save towards significant purchases such as cars, homes, weddings, or trips. Users can set daily savings plans and receive contributions from family, friends, and businesses. The platform also offers exclusive purchase offers from partner brands.
ContentOro
Seed Round in 2015
ContentOro is a content marketing platform that aims to transform how digital marketers and brands acquire content. Utilizing proprietary software, the company converts millions of pages from published books into high-quality, relevant content that can be easily searched and integrated into websites. This on-demand access to a vast repository of professionally written material not only enhances information dissemination but also provides significant SEO benefits. By offering a library of curated content, ContentOro helps businesses better connect with their customers and improve engagement across digital platforms, ultimately enhancing their brand visibility and search results.
SkySpecs develops unmanned aerial vehicles and integrated software solutions for the wind energy sector, focusing on operations and maintenance. Its offerings include analytics, blade inspection services, engineering projects, and collaborative tools that aggregate and digitize data from multiple sources. The Horizon reporting platform and a central data repository streamline communication with third parties and enable full‑scale repair campaigns. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an additional office in Amsterdam, Netherlands. SkySpecs aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, and returns for renewable energy assets by providing purpose‑built technologies that help customers make informed decisions.
VNN, Inc. operates a prominent high school sports marketing and networking platform that serves as a digital hub for athletes, coaches, and fans. The platform enables athletes to upload videos, photos, stories, and scores, while allowing coaches to report game results to various media outlets. VNN is dedicated to enhancing the experience of high school sports by aggregating the fragmented market and providing advertising and promotional services. The company has established a significant presence, serving schools across multiple states, including Alabama, California, and Texas, and has gained a rapidly growing user base, with over 7 million fans engaging with the platform daily. Founded in 2010 and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, VNN aims to transform the consumer experience in high school sports by leveraging technology and connectivity.
Levanto Financial
Seed Round in 2015
Levanto Financial Inc. is a personal financial management service and technology platform based in Troy, Michigan, founded in 2009. The company provides a web-based platform designed to assist business professionals and their families in managing their household finances. By automating and outsourcing mundane financial tasks, Levanto Financial enables users to build budgets, monitor cash flows, and pay bills for a monthly fee. The platform offers personalized advice and guidance tailored to individual needs and goals, along with tools for expense analysis, cash flow modeling, and ongoing coaching. This comprehensive approach allows users to make informed financial decisions while effectively managing their personal finances.
Arborlight
Venture Round in 2015
Arborlight Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced illumination solutions based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in human-centric architectural lighting, utilizing LED technology to create products that enhance the built environment. Arborlight's flagship products include the Skyweaver® 622, a 2'x2' LED skylight employing proprietary Daylight Emulation® technology to replicate outdoor lighting conditions in real time, and the Skyweaver® 6H communications hub, which manages multiple fixtures for seamless integration. The company's innovative lighting systems are designed to provide the benefits of natural daylight in spaces that lack direct access to it, thereby improving well-being and connectivity for users. Arborlight serves diverse industries, including automotive, scientific instrumentation, and furniture manufacturing, positioning itself at the forefront of illumination technology.
Eco-Fueling
Seed Round in 2014
Eco-Fueling is a combustion optimization company based in Saline, Michigan, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing technology that enhances fuel consumption and reduces emissions for diesel engines. Its flagship product, the ECO Injection System, injects E85 directly into the intake manifold airflow of a diesel engine, facilitating a more efficient and cleaner burn of diesel fuel. This technology aims to increase fuel efficiency, improve engine performance, and reduce harmful emissions such as particulates, nitrous oxides, and hydrocarbons. By optimizing each combustion cycle, Eco-Fueling helps users achieve better engine torque, horsepower, drivability, and overall productivity while minimizing waste heat.
Larky develops a marketing and engagement platform that enables organizations to connect with their audiences via targeted geo-notifications. Serving clients across various industries in the US and Canada, Larky's solutions include mobile platforms for merchant-funded loyalty programs, driving customer engagement, and boosting non-interest income.
VNN, Inc. operates a prominent high school sports marketing and networking platform that serves as a digital hub for athletes, coaches, and fans. The platform enables athletes to upload videos, photos, stories, and scores, while allowing coaches to report game results to various media outlets. VNN is dedicated to enhancing the experience of high school sports by aggregating the fragmented market and providing advertising and promotional services. The company has established a significant presence, serving schools across multiple states, including Alabama, California, and Texas, and has gained a rapidly growing user base, with over 7 million fans engaging with the platform daily. Founded in 2010 and based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, VNN aims to transform the consumer experience in high school sports by leveraging technology and connectivity.
Epsilon Imaging
Series B in 2014
Epsilon Imaging specializes in developing algorithms and software for cardiac ultrasound medical imaging. Its flagship product, EchoInsight Pro, facilitates efficient workflow across networks, while EchoInsight Stand-alone caters to smaller clinical echocardiography programs. The company also offers EchoInsight Applications for managing indications and robust solutions for research projects. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Epsilon Imaging focuses on enhancing visualization and analysis technologies to improve efficiency and standardization within echocardiography programs.
Avegant
Venture Round in 2013
Avegant, established in 2012, is a California-based technology company specializing in the development of advanced display technology for augmented reality (AR) experiences. The company leverages its expertise in human visual science and head-mounted display ergonomics, along with consumer electronics manufacturing experience, to create displays that enable realistic AR experiences for consumers. Avegant's core product is a light field display technology designed for mixed-reality applications, allowing users to visualize virtual objects across multiple focal planes, mimicking the way we perceive natural objects and enhancing AR interactions in various aspects of life, such as learning, playing, working, and socializing.
Biophotonic Solutions
Series A in 2013
Biophotonic Solutions Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of pulse shapers for ultrafast lasers. The company offers a range of innovative products, including femtoAdaptiv, an ultra-broadband laser oscillator, and the MIIPS Box, a pulse shaping instrument. Other notable products include femtoJock, a system designed for spectral resolution and pulse measurement, and femtoFit, a phase-only pulse shaper for original equipment manufacturer applications. Additionally, Biophotonic Solutions provides simulation software such as femtoPulse Master, which operates in both frequency and time domains, and MIIPS 2.0, which enables precise frequency-resolved autocorrelations. The company's products cater to diverse applications, including biomedical imaging, two-photon microscopy, material processing, and attosecond science. Biophotonic Solutions distributes its products through contracts with laser companies in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan.
Stkr.it
Seed Round in 2013
Stkr.it, established in 2011 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, operates a cloud-based platform enabling users to access and share files via unique access codes. The company offers its services on both iOS and Android platforms, providing a convenient and secure file-sharing experience.