NC IDEA is a nonprofit organization based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2005 to support entrepreneurs in starting and growing high-potential companies. It primarily focuses on providing early financing through competitive grants, particularly targeting young, innovative companies in sectors such as biotechnology, cleantech, healthcare information technology, and software. NC IDEA emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its initiatives and works to serve as a catalyst for the development of technology-driven businesses in the region. In addition to financial support, the organization offers various programs and leverages a network of strategic partners to assist entrepreneurs during critical stages of their ventures.
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KLEAP
Grant in 2025
Welcome to Kleap - Your Trusted Cybersecurity Partner! At Kleap, we specialize in providing comprehensive cybersecurity services to safeguard your digital assets. Our expertise spans across various domains, including Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) for web, mobile, network infrastructure, APIs, and Webhooks. Our seasoned professionals excel in conducting thorough assessments, ensuring the resilience of your systems. With a focus on thick client security, red teaming, and smart contract audits, Kleap is committed to fortifying your defenses against evolving cyber threats. In the dynamic realm of blockchain, we offer specialized security and audit services, providing a robust shield for your blockchain initiatives. We go beyond conventional practices, embracing innovative approaches to enhance your security posture. Compliance is at the core of our operations, and we meticulously align with industry standards such as ISO to ensure that your organization meets the highest security benchmarks. Choose Kleap for cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that empower your business to thrive in the digital age. Let us be your partner in securing today for a resilient tomorrow. Connect with us and experience the Kleap advantage! We are an equal opportunity company and believe in diversity.
Scale Social AI
Grant in 2024
Scale Social is an AI-powered marketing platform that automates capturing, curating, and distributing customer-generated content. It is specifically designed to help small businesses drive growth through authentic, high-impact digital marketing.
Tromml
Grant in 2023
Tromml is a data analytics platform specifically designed for the automotive aftermarket sector, focusing on converting complex, siloed data into actionable insights. By utilizing AI agents, Tromml provides real-time, user-friendly insights that enable businesses to make informed decisions without the need for dedicated analysts. Its fully managed platform is tailored to the industry's unique requirements, allowing for seamless scaling across various teams and organizations. Tromml's solutions have demonstrated significant results, with reported profit increases of up to 32%. By streamlining data access and interpretation, Tromml equips automotive businesses with a competitive advantage that fosters sustainable growth.
Boreas Monitoring Solutions
Grant in 2023
The single goal at Boreas is to provide you with the ultimate in cryotank management without worry.
Vetletics
Grant in 2023
Vetletics is an organization that focuses on advancing animal health, particularly in equine sports medicine and orthopaedic care. It specializes in developing dynamic compression medical device technology aimed at reducing edema and swelling in equine limbs. By offering customizable settings for treatment, Vetletics enables veterinarians to deliver tailored care that not only enhances the recovery process for athletic animals but also maximizes their performance. The company is comprised of experts in various fields, including veterinary entrepreneurship and compression therapy systems, providing innovative solutions to common health concerns in animals.
BCombs
Grant in 2023
BCombs is a stealthy technology firm based in Cary, North Carolina.
Salus
Grant in 2023
Salus is a company focused on enhancing financial well-being for individuals, particularly within underserved communities. It partners with credit unions to deliver an innovative digital underwriting platform that facilitates greater access to credit. This platform integrates seamlessly, utilizing alternative data to evaluate applicants beyond traditional credit scores, thereby increasing approval rates. By assisting both new and existing members in improving their credit, Salus helps them progress toward their financial goals. Additionally, the platform aims to reduce unnecessary costs and barriers, ultimately fostering better financial outcomes for its clients and the communities they serve.
Home for Life Designs
Grant in 2023
Home for Life Designs provides mobile and cloud software for practitioners to conduct home evaluations in any patient home environment. The company also provides an innovative home assessment solution for healthcare professionals and paraprofessionals, enabling clients to stay in their homes and community safely and independently, for life. Home for Life Designs is based in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Tempo Brew
Grant in 2023
Tempo Brew is a producer of cold brewed coffee based in the Triangle region, focusing on delivering convenience and exceptional flavor. The company caters to foodies and coffee enthusiasts by using locally roasted fresh coffee beans and incorporating real spices, avoiding any added sugar. This approach allows customers to enjoy their caffeine fix in a healthier manner, emphasizing quality and taste in every brew.
Beeloo
Grant in 2023
Beeloo is an AI-powered fun and educational worksheets for teachers and parents. The company's mission is to use technology to help kids spend LESS time on technology by giving teachers, caregivers, and parents unlimited options for educational and fun printable worksheets, activities, and crafts. It was founded in 2022 and is located in Holly Springs, North Carolina.
LoPo Diveskins
Grant in 2023
LoPo Diveskins produces high-end sustainable performance clothing from plastic bottles at risk of polluting our ocean.
Verenovo
Grant in 2023
Verenovo is a sustainable energy company focused on providing affordable and clean energy alternatives to the community. The company aims to enhance public welfare by offering renewable energy solutions that reduce carbon footprints and promote environmental quality. In addition to its energy services, Verenovo also provides animal nutrition services, further contributing to sustainable practices. By making renewable energy more accessible, the company seeks to improve the overall living environment for its clients.
NANEXPURE
Grant in 2023
NANEXPURE is a water purification firm dedicated to providing low-cost, long-term solutions to all.
Leantime
Grant in 2023
Leantime is a project management application designed to assist non-project managers in both enterprises and small to medium-sized businesses. By integrating behavioral science and motivational psychology, Leantime aims to enhance employee engagement and connect strategic objectives to daily tasks. The platform addresses common challenges associated with traditional project management tools, which can often be cumbersome and disengaging. Leantime offers a variety of features including Kanban, list and table views for task management, goal tracking, idea management, milestone planning, and strategic boards. Additionally, it supports time tracking, analytics, and document management, all while ensuring accessibility for diverse user needs. Since becoming open source in 2019, Leantime has gained significant traction, with over 50,000 downloads and a vibrant community. The company has participated in notable accelerator programs and has received various grants, further establishing its presence in the project management landscape.
Druid
Grant in 2023
Druid developed a camera system that allows farmers to remotely manage and monitor their crops. The company developed AI-enabled software that allows us to analyze a farmers crops 24/7 for signs of plant health, pests and diseases.
Matcha Nude
Grant in 2023
Matcha Nude is a beverage company that specializes in providing organic and pure matcha products. The company focuses on offering gluten-free, vegan, and non-GMO options sourced from sustainable Japanese matcha. By prioritizing health and environmental considerations, Matcha Nude aims to deliver high-quality matcha drinks that are both affordable and enjoyable for consumers.
HeirShares
Grant in 2023
HeirShares is a company that operates a web-based and native app designed to help families manage and coordinate shared heirs' property. The platform offers educational resources and tools focused on family land management, aiming to reduce the risks associated with property loss and streamline management processes. Through engaging online courses and user-friendly applications, HeirShares provides families with the necessary tools to optimize their property management and increase awareness of their landownership responsibilities. This approach simplifies the complexities of shared property, making it easier for families to navigate their heirship arrangements effectively.
ForesightCares
Grant in 2023
The U.S. is on the verge of a national healthcare crisis catalyzed by the staggering growth of the nation’s aging population. This demographic shift is referred to as the “Silver Wave”. To mitigate the impact of the expected crisis, we are creating a Health Assessment System that will serve two principal customer groups: firstly, care-takers and healthcare providers, and secondly, families with elderly loved ones at home. Our mission is to create cutting-edge AI technology to enhance the care of elderlies by moving beyond current practices to revolutionize the mental and physical health of seniors.
Southern Snack
Grant in 2023
Southern Snack supplies sweet baked potato chips.
Joyntly
Grant in 2023
Joyntly is a human capital science and technology company that provides personalized soft skills development.
Tromml
Grant in 2022
Tromml is a data analytics platform specifically designed for the automotive aftermarket sector, focusing on converting complex, siloed data into actionable insights. By utilizing AI agents, Tromml provides real-time, user-friendly insights that enable businesses to make informed decisions without the need for dedicated analysts. Its fully managed platform is tailored to the industry's unique requirements, allowing for seamless scaling across various teams and organizations. Tromml's solutions have demonstrated significant results, with reported profit increases of up to 32%. By streamlining data access and interpretation, Tromml equips automotive businesses with a competitive advantage that fosters sustainable growth.
Goghnow
Grant in 2022
GoghNow is a mobile application designed to connect users with local musicians for live music events. The platform facilitates the booking of musicians and allows artists to join the network, thereby transforming how individuals experience live music. By focusing on in-person, personalized musician-driven experiences, GoghNow enables musicians to create unique performances tailored to specific events and audiences.
Flasky Labware
Grant in 2022
The Flasky is a patent-pending, one-handed tool that can extract 95% of rotavaped compounds from round-bottom flasks.
Embrew Tea
Grant in 2022
Embrew specializes in crafting premium tea products that elevate the traditional tea experience. The company sources loose-leaf grade teas from small farms, ensuring high quality and unique flavor profiles. These teas are carefully blended with various sweeteners, such as smoked demerara sugar, granulated maple, honey granules, or organic sugar, to create a harmonious balance without the need for messy infusers or sticky honey. Embrew's offerings include sweetened tea bags designed for enthusiasts who appreciate a touch of sweetness in their brew while enjoying sophisticated flavors. This focus on quality and convenience positions Embrew as a distinctive player in the tea market.
Dojo Fresh
Grant in 2022
Dojo Fresh specializes in producing plant-based food mixes designed to create versatile meat alternative products. Their original blend caters to a wide range of culinary skills, allowing both novice cooks and experienced chefs to prepare protein-rich, meatless meals with minimal effort and ingredients. The company's offerings enable users, particularly those following a vegan diet, to enjoy customizable meat alternatives that suit their individual tastes and preferences. By simplifying the cooking process, Dojo Fresh aims to make meatless dining accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Just Her Rideshare
Grant in 2022
Just Her Rideshare is a women-centric community mobility company dedicated to enhancing safety, comfort, and empowerment for female riders and drivers. The platform connects women with female drivers, offering a reliable and secure transportation option that prioritizes their needs. By fostering a supportive community, Just Her Rideshare aims to create an environment where women can travel confidently, while also providing professional female drivers with the opportunity to earn income in a safe work setting. The company's mission focuses on promoting mobility for women and youth, ensuring that the ride-share experience is both safe and community-oriented.
BCombs
Grant in 2022
BCombs is a stealthy technology firm based in Cary, North Carolina.
Pinnacle Medical
Grant in 2022
Pinnacle Medical Products is a nurse-owned manufacturer of medical devices focused on creating innovative solutions to address complex healthcare challenges. The company aims to enhance patient safety and outcomes while improving the efficiency of clinical staff and caregivers. Its product offerings include automated processes designed for easy implementation with minimal training, aligning with current practice standards to reduce the incidence of pressure ulcers across various healthcare settings. Pinnacle Medical serves a diverse range of facilities, including hospitals, post-acute care centers, hospice organizations, and home health services, ensuring improved patient care delivery through effective communication and support.
S.I.T. Seniors In Transition
Grant in 2022
S.I.T. Seniors In Transition is a mobile application focused on enhancing communication between caregivers of seniors and their families. Designed specifically for seniors undergoing life transitions, the application offers features that simplify the day-to-day challenges faced by this demographic. It allows users to communicate effectively with caregivers, purchase and send gifts, and schedule transportation services. By streamlining these processes, the application aims to provide peace of mind for caregivers while promoting a sense of independence for seniors, ensuring they receive the necessary care and support during critical phases of their lives.
Project Heel
Grant in 2022
Project Heel specializes in creating orthotic shoes designed specifically for children to address issues related to toe walking. The company's footwear incorporates orthotic technology that allows children to move their feet freely, promoting proper foot development and preventing atrophy. By providing a comfortable solution, Project Heel aims to help children avoid complications such as shortened Achilles tendons, which can lead to additional health problems later on. The focus on child-friendly design ensures that the shoes not only serve a therapeutic purpose but also cater to the active lifestyles of young users.
Pinnacle Medical
Grant in 2022
Pinnacle Medical Products is a nurse-owned manufacturer of medical devices focused on creating innovative solutions to address complex healthcare challenges. The company aims to enhance patient safety and outcomes while improving the efficiency of clinical staff and caregivers. Its product offerings include automated processes designed for easy implementation with minimal training, aligning with current practice standards to reduce the incidence of pressure ulcers across various healthcare settings. Pinnacle Medical serves a diverse range of facilities, including hospitals, post-acute care centers, hospice organizations, and home health services, ensuring improved patient care delivery through effective communication and support.
TSV Analytics
Grant in 2022
TSV Analytics collects, analyses, and visualises social media data for specific keywords of interest chosen by each company to assist them in staying on top of their brand's online perception.
The Quick Space
Grant in 2022
The Quick Space is a web and app platform that facilitates the rental of residential and commercial spaces for events and projects on an hourly basis. By allowing users to search for venues based on location and event type, the platform streamlines the booking process, making it efficient and convenient. This service caters to various needs, enabling clients to find suitable spaces for different occasions without the usual complexities associated with event planning.
Connecticut Zoological Society
Grant in 2022
The Beardsley Zoo in Connecticut is dedicated to educating a diverse public about the delicate balance that exists between living things and their environment.
Salus
Grant in 2022
Salus is a company focused on enhancing financial well-being for individuals, particularly within underserved communities. It partners with credit unions to deliver an innovative digital underwriting platform that facilitates greater access to credit. This platform integrates seamlessly, utilizing alternative data to evaluate applicants beyond traditional credit scores, thereby increasing approval rates. By assisting both new and existing members in improving their credit, Salus helps them progress toward their financial goals. Additionally, the platform aims to reduce unnecessary costs and barriers, ultimately fostering better financial outcomes for its clients and the communities they serve.
WH Farms
Grant in 2022
WH Farms is a black woman-owned hemp cultivation business. It is USDA licensed to cultivate premium hemp blends and all the products are backed with a certificate of authenticity.
Well Seasoned Table
Grant in 2022
Well Seasoned Table is a one-stop-shop for spices and herbs.
Cybershield Security
Grant in 2022
We help SMBs automate their 3rd party risk and IT security compliance while eliminating the need to hire additional IT security resources.
Botanical Bones
Grant in 2022
Botanical Bones is a family-owned business that specializes in producing superfood and adaptogenic dog treats. The company focuses on providing a nutritious alternative for pet owners by offering plant-based treats made with human-grade adaptogens and superfoods. These products are crafted in small batches using clean, nutrient-dense ingredients, ensuring high quality and health benefits for dogs. Through its commitment to excellence, Botanical Bones aims to help pets maintain optimal health and well-being.
Nurtured Nest
Grant in 2022
Nurtured Nest does a wonderful job of staying up to date on birth and parental research with fabulous educators.
Essential Personnel
Grant in 2022
Essential Personnel is the operational characteristics of law enforcement and fire demands a unique solution for organizational management.
CopyForward
Grant in 2022
CopyForward is helping creators earn royalties on assets from art to collectibles using permanent contracts stored in a distributed ledger.
CICIL Home
Grant in 2022
CICIL Home believes in utilizing natural, renewable materials, making products simply, knowing where things come from, and understanding their impact on the earth.
Green Solutions Group
Grant in 2022
Green Solutions Group focuses on creating nontoxic embalming and tissue preservation products for the medical, funeral, and medical education sectors. Its offerings, including GreenMBalm and Green Tissue Fix, are designed for use in pathology and clinical laboratories to preserve biopsies, internal organs, limbs, and cells. By providing these innovative products, the company aims to enhance safety and reduce toxicity within laboratory environments.
ROSA
Grant in 2022
ROSA Technology combines emotional data tracking, powerful data analytics, and licensed professionals to provide on-demand and individualized mental health interventions to the nation's highest-need students.
CalicoSol
Grant in 2022
Calico Sol provides eco-friendly alternatives to common household goods.
Flexie
Grant in 2022
Flexie is a digital platform that bridges the gap between companies and job seekers, focusing on both nontraditional and traditional employment opportunities. It offers a range of roles, including flexible gigs, apprenticeships, full-time positions, and internships, catering to students and young individuals seeking entry-level and early-career jobs that align with their lifestyles and interests. The platform aims to enhance the recruitment process for companies by enabling them to attract and retain a modern workforce. Additionally, Flexie provides tools that promote financial responsibility and independence among young users, while also offering critical data to help companies adapt to the evolving demands of the labor market.
Secure Living
Grant in 2022
Secure Living screen and pre-select real estate projects to provide hassle-free investment opportunities on the simple online platform.
R.A.W. Plastic
Grant in 2022
R.A.W. Plastic is the home of recycled products repurposing recycled plastic into environmentally friendly products.
Periscope Health Analytics
Grant in 2022
Periscope Health Analytics provides data analytics and insights for behavioral health organizations.
DivySci
Grant in 2022
DivySci is an innovative AI-driven platform focused on enhancing communication within digital workplaces. It utilizes artificial intelligence and natural language processing to analyze team interactions, providing real-time feedback on both written and verbal communications. By employing communication research, DivySci aims to reduce bias in workplace interactions and improve overall communication effectiveness. The platform also offers tools for innovation, knowledge management, sentiment analysis, and centralized reporting, enabling organizations to gain valuable insights into workplace behaviors. Through its comprehensive approach, DivySci helps businesses foster a more inclusive and effective workplace culture.
DEI Directive
Grant in 2022
Comprehensive People Analytics (DEI Dashboard) for Successful DEI Operationalization and Optimization through the Full Employee Lifecycle.
Ponybox Clothing
Grant in 2022
Ponybox Clothing's mission is to create a convenient and affordable way for women to discover self-expression through clothing while also reducing the negative environmental impacts caused by fast fashion.
BLK Resumes
Grant in 2022
BLK Resumes is the recruitment platform that uses today’s most unique sourcing strategies.
Oncotect
Grant in 2022
Oncotect is a Raleigh-based biotech startup focused on the early detection of cancer risks in dogs through a novel urine-based screening test. The company has developed a patent-pending in-vitro diagnostic platform that utilizes proprietary technology alongside the olfactory receptors of C. elegans to identify cancerous volatile metabolites in dog urine. This innovative method provides a non-invasive, convenient, and affordable approach to multi-cancer screening, making it the only test of its kind available for dogs. By enabling dog owners to detect potential cancer risks early, Oncotect aims to improve canine health outcomes and enhance the ability to manage cancer in pets.
Gatherware
Grant in 2022
Gatherware is a software provider transforming how healthcare systems plan for and utilize their resources. Its initial technology platform, Orion, leverages data to align capital and facility resources with business strategy.
Wholistics.Health
Grant in 2022
Wholistics.Health is designed to make it easier for health-conscious consumers to find and choose which product or therapy they can use to manage their health or chronic condition.
Hot Route Analytics
Grant in 2022
Hot Route Analytics is a sports analytics company that provides in-depth sports analysis for all aspects of the game. Their premier product is a mobile app and analytic platform that is used by baseball coaches to predict live game strategies. It uses big data from game film and box scores to give any team a competitive edge and build a strong fan.
MESKA Solutions
Grant in 2022
MESKA Solutions is dedicated to saving the planet one gallon at a time. A woman-owned Biogas Project Development Firm bringing a unique market-based approach to biogas projects.
inStryde
Grant in 2022
inStryde is a hybrid hard tech company focused on enhancing athletic performance and health through innovative footwear solutions. By leveraging artificial intelligence and 3D printing technology, inStryde enables the creation of custom orthotics that are both accessible and affordable. The company's footwear is meticulously designed to align with the biomechanics and unique shapes of athletes' feet. Utilizing a combination of hardware and software, inStryde collects biomechanical data to inform the design process, allowing orthotic practitioners to produce highly personalized orthotics. This approach not only enhances comfort but also promotes overall athletic performance, ensuring that athletes remain healthy and competitive.
Drink Sarilla
Grant in 2022
Drink Sarilla provides streamlined focus and physical energy without the crash. Enjoy an innovative, full-flavor beverage free from refined sugar or artificial ingredients.
Sister Girl Collection
Grant in 2022
Sister Girl Collection provides children's literature, Sister Girl apparel, Sister Girl children's home furnishings, and educational tools that encourage, motivate and enlighten children and communities.
Kind Cultures
Grant in 2022
Kind Cultures good cheese is cruelty-free, cultured, accessible, and sustainable.
Coyle Solar
Grant in 2022
Coyle Solar is the need for clean, decentralized power generation and water purification has never been more critical to our society’s ability to respond to today’s most daunting risks.
West End Learning
Grant in 2022
West End Learning is a startup helping college faculty build more affordable and engaging online courses.
Buzy
Grant in 2022
Buzy is the first and only solution created to remove the hassle and stress of owning a home.
Smart Girls HQ
Grant in 2022
Smart Girls HQ is the best parenting resource designed for the parents of girls aged 3 to 12. Smart Girls HQ is to demystify STEM for you and your girls and, by doing so, inspire a generation of fearless female leaders and innovators!
Renaissance Fiber
Grant in 2022
Renaissance Fiber produces high-quality fiber from domestically sourced industrial hemp using proprietary methods that are clean (Ecologically Invisible™), inexpensive, and scalable. Our material is suitable for a wide range of applications in textiles and technical fibers.
Freeman Capital
Grant in 2022
Freeman Capital is a tool for financial planning. One-on-one financial planning is now accessible, scalable, and cheap to anyone.
LoanWell
Grant in 2022
LoanWell, LLC provides a customizable loan origination system designed to streamline the entire loan process, including application intake, underwriting, closing, disbursement, and repayment. Established in 2017 and located in Durham, North Carolina, LoanWell serves community development financial institutions (CDFIs) by automating lending processes to enhance efficiency and deliver affordable capital to individuals and small businesses. The platform allows for secure management of applicant information and required documentation, while offering automated communication to facilitate application completion. By focusing on equitable access to capital, LoanWell aims to support mission-driven lenders in fostering community growth and economic development.
Courtroom5
Grant in 2022
Courtroom5 is a technology-driven platform that assists individuals representing themselves in civil court by providing essential legal resources and support. It offers a range of tools including concise legal information, customizable document templates, and searchable case law, which are designed to empower non-lawyers in navigating the complexities of the legal system. Additionally, Courtroom5 features a case management system and provides training on relevant legal topics, facilitating a better understanding of legal processes. The platform also fosters an online community where users can seek peer advice and support, enhancing their confidence and effectiveness in court.
Davos Guaranty
Grant in 2022
Davos Guaranty operates a lender matching platform focused on facilitating access to business capital. The platform is designed to eliminate common barriers to obtaining safe, affordable, and timely loans. It offers a variety of financial products, including term loans and lines of credit, while providing favorable repayment terms. Entrepreneurs are empowered to choose from multiple loan offers without incurring additional credit inquiries, ensuring a streamlined and hassle-free experience. Each loan secured through the platform comes with a guarantee, enhancing borrower confidence and access to necessary funding.
BatteryXchange
Grant in 2022
BatteryXchange, Inc. specializes in manufacturing and supplying portable batteries, focusing on providing mobile charging solutions. Founded in 2019 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company has developed a battery rental platform that allows users to rent portable batteries for their devices. This innovative system enables users to return the batteries to any kiosk within the network after use, ensuring convenience and accessibility for on-the-go charging. By facilitating the sharing of charging resources, BatteryXchange aims to enhance connectivity and engagement for users in various settings.
Piedmont Pennies
Grant in 2021
Piedmont Pennies provides delicious southern cheese crackers. Handcrafted, oven-baked cheese crackers made of simple ingredients.
Without a Trace Foods
Grant in 2021
Without A Trace Foods is a manufacturer and distributor dedicated to creating allergen-friendly snacks that cater to families with dietary restrictions. The company offers a range of products that are free from nine common allergens, including peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat/gluten, fish, shellfish, and sesame. These snacks are produced in a dedicated allergen-friendly facility, ensuring safety and quality for consumers. Committed to inclusivity, Without A Trace Foods utilizes non-GMO and organic ingredients, allowing families to enjoy snacks without the worry of food allergies. The company ships its products directly to homes, making it convenient for customers seeking safe and tasty snack options for their children and families.
Acta Solutions
Grant in 2021
Acta Solutions operates a citizen-communication platform designed to enhance constituent service for local governments. The company’s software streamlines email workflows within agencies, enabling them to respond more effectively to inquiries and manage repetitive customer service requests. Features such as auto-composed responses, an internal knowledge base, and improved coordination among staff contribute to increased productivity and faster response times, particularly in support-oriented departments like permitting and licensing. Acta's platform integrates seamlessly with existing workflows, promoting consistent messaging and better data reporting, ultimately helping local governments to serve over 8 million citizens across nine states.
CliniSpan Health
Grant in 2021
CliniSpan Health is a software platform focused on enhancing and diversifying recruitment for clinical trials. By engaging communities, the company aims to educate the public about clinical trials and facilitate patient enrollment. CliniSpan Health supports nonprofit organizations through a fundraising platform designed to improve access to and diversity in medical studies. This approach not only accelerates recruitment efforts but also contributes to advancing healthcare outcomes by ensuring a broader representation in clinical research.
Beam Dynamics
Grant in 2021
Imagine: a teleprompter stops working midway through a live program. A lighting grid suddenly turns off during taping, and a pair of premium cinema cameras stop functioning on a film set. In 90% of cases, interruptions on set can be traced back to high-end production equipment failure. And downtime in our industry costs money – adding up fast to break budgets and even end careers. While common business systems like ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or CRM (Customer Relationship Management) have digitalized wide parts of businesses and AI has taken center stage in the media supply chain, the management of production technology assets is still quite analog and fragmented, requiring manual data entry and monitoring from the workforce. Beam Dynamics is helping film & broadcast productions manage, maintain, and grow their critical technology infrastructure. The Beam enterprise asset management platform provides engineers access to all critical security patches, firmware updates, documentation, and contact information from over 5,000 vendors and close to a million products in a single user interface. Simply by uploading an inventory list with the model # and manufacturer, engineers get access to a rich set of critical data to keep productions on-air, on time, and on-budget.
ResolveX
Grant in 2021
ResolveX develops a call center software system aimed at addressing mental health issues through advanced technology. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance call reporting and data analytics, facilitating effective communication and documentation for counselors. It focuses on the integration of multiple systems, enabling seamless operations and improved support for both remote workers and local resources. By streamlining these processes, ResolveX allows mental health professionals to concentrate on providing care to individuals in crisis.
Sani
Grant in 2021
Sani, established in 2017, aims to enhance the visibility of South Asian craftsmanship and techniques through its clothing line. The company specializes in ethnic wear that combines traditional and Western styles, offering a diverse range of fashionable options for women. Its product lineup includes tunics, workwear, festive attire, and fusion wear, featuring items such as tops, skirts, palazzos, and trousers. By focusing on modern designs at affordable prices, Sani seeks to cater to the evolving fashion needs of its customers while celebrating cultural heritage.
SnapPicFix
Grant in 2021
SnapPicFix is a subscription-based software designed to enhance communication between service professionals and their customers. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, the platform analyzes incoming requests, allowing businesses to respond quickly to missed calls and create detailed customer records seamlessly within existing field management and customer relationship management systems. This integration not only facilitates efficient interaction with new and existing clients but also helps businesses maintain a stellar reputation and service quality. Overall, SnapPicFix aims to empower service professionals by improving their customer engagement and expanding their operational reach.
Flux Hybrids
Grant in 2021
Flux Hybrids is a company focused on developing hybrid conversion technology that significantly improves vehicle fuel efficiency. Founded in 2019 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company offers conversion kits designed to seamlessly integrate into a vehicle's drivetrain. This technology not only enhances fuel economy but also reduces fuel expenses, making the kits cost-neutral for users. Additionally, the conversion kits help lower the carbon footprint of traditional gas-powered vehicles, providing a universal solution for retrofitting them into hybrids.
Floor Health
Grant in 2021
Floor Health is a digital health company focused on addressing pelvic floor disorders in women through on-demand digital programs. The company aims to make pelvic floor care accessible by providing targeted solutions for conditions such as urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, prolapse, painful sex, vulvodynia, and vestibulodynia. With a strong emphasis on research and scientific backing, Floor Health seeks to empower women to effectively manage and treat their pelvic health issues.
No Mess SPF
Grant in 2021
No Mess SPF is a medical device company that provides automatic sun protection solutions. The company makes sunscreen applications quick, effective, and accessible for users to avoid sunburn and enjoy their day. It allows to avoid sunburn and wrinkles now, and future biopsies or skin cancer later.
Padeo
Grant in 2021
Padeo is an unobtrusive plug-in that supercharges your site speed helping you win more leads and sales. Padeo works with every website, including WordPress, Squarespace, and Shopify. Learn more about how Padeo makes the web faster for everyone at padeo.io.
Three Strands Recovery Wear
Grant in 2021
Three Strands Recovery Wear is a company that specializes in manufacturing recovery garments tailored for women undergoing breast-related surgeries. Its primary focus is on post-operative bras designed for mastectomies, breast reconstruction, augmentation, and reduction procedures. The company aims to empower women by providing comfortable and supportive recovery solutions, allowing them to regain confidence during their healing process.
iEdapts
Grant in 2021
iEdapts is an education platform that offers math-aided GAP assessment e-Learning tools. The platform is connecting teachers with students in an interactive way through unique songs, videos, and specialized content. The company's mission is to provide an educational resource preference that both the teacher and the student can utilize.
Bristles
Grant in 2021
Bristles is a DIY planning app founded in 2021 by Tina Tang and Anthony Alers, designed to assist users in home design through the use of artificial intelligence. The app serves as a visualization tool for home improvement projects, allowing users to plan refurbishments, redesigns, and renovations effectively. By enabling individuals to create mock-ups, compare options, and share design ideas, Bristles focuses on enhancing creativity and simplifying the design process. The company's mission is to develop user-friendly products that leverage AI insights to provide powerful functionality, making home design accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Worxstr
Grant in 2021
Worxstr offers a comprehensive digital management solution tailored for companies that engage with contract labor. The platform is designed to enhance the management of gig workers by providing a scalable system that ensures financial stability, transparency, and accountability. It simplifies the processes of scheduling, tracking, and paying contractors, thereby enabling businesses to efficiently manage their workforce. Through its innovative approach, Worxstr aims to streamline labor management and improve operational efficiency for organizations reliant on contract labor.
Flow Phantom
Grant in 2021
Flow Phantom is a company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, founded in 2020, that specializes in creating upselling and cross-selling solutions for the Webflow e-commerce platform. Its technology is designed to enhance the online shopping experience by offering strategic add-to-cart and post-purchase upsells tailored to the items already in a customer's cart. By maximizing conversion rates and increasing average order value, Flow Phantom enables e-commerce brands to boost their revenue while fostering a positive interaction with customers.
MyMatR
Grant in 2021
MyMatR is a waste management company that provides automatic sorting of trash and recycling containers for public spaces. The company uses artificial intelligence, sensors, and robotics to automatically sort trash, recycling, and other forms of waste at the source of disposal. The MyMatR smart waste container can be customized with different collection bins (23 gallons vs 52 gallons). Additionally, the opening for discards can be adjusted to have a dual-hole or single-hole. MyMatR was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Mycologics
Grant in 2021
Mycologics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative solutions to combat fungal infections affecting plants, animals, and humans. The company specializes in proprietary biocontrol agents and green antimicrobials designed to address harmful fungal pathogens and their associated toxins, known as mycotoxins. Through research, communication, and outreach, Mycologics aims to enhance public health and food safety by providing effective strategies to prevent and manage fungal infections and related health disorders. The company's mission underscores its commitment to safeguarding food, feed, and health from the detrimental effects of fungal threats.
Vitality Robotics
Grant in 2021
Vitality Robotics is a medical device company that designs AI-powered devices for biomedical research and veterinary medicine by combining computer vision, reinforcement learning, and robotics. It is based in Morrisville, North Carolina.
Sure!
Grant in 2021
Sure! is a company based in Greenville, North Carolina, that focuses on providing plant-based milk and vegan infant formula specifically designed for babies and toddlers. The company aims to offer complete nutrition and high-quality products that cater to the needs of modern parents, ensuring convenience while supporting healthy eating habits for their young children. Through its ready-made offerings, Sure! enables parents to easily provide nutritious food options that align with a plant-based lifestyle.
Fun Mom Band
Grant in 2021
Fun Mom Band is an accessories company that makes stuff for moms. The company's product, Mom’s Fanny, lightens the mother's load with a hands-free pack that inspires confidence and fun. It easily converts from around their waist to cross-body and was designed to feel comfy and look good on anybody.
Content Commanders
Grant in 2021
Content Commanders is a content marketing and branding agency based in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The company specializes in storytelling and strategy, aiming to enhance the power and personality of brands through multimedia content. By offering services in content storytelling and placement, Content Commanders helps businesses create engaging digital, print, and social media content designed to build fan bases and foster audience engagement. Their approach enables clients to effectively connect with their target audiences, convert leads, and maintain ongoing relationships.
Mapt
Grant in 2021
Mapt is a journaling app that offers quality college advising to every high school student through mobile technology. The app uses modern psychology to set up high schoolers for success in college.
Wishful
Grant in 2021
Wishful is a software platform connecting B2B sales and marketing teams that easily send gifts at various stages. The company's mission is to help companies achieve genuine and long-lasting relationships with their customers and prospects. Wishful is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Jabin Beverage
Grant in 2021
Jabin is a startup centered around using fresh, functional ingredients to power athletes and adventurers challenging the status quo.
Wreckingball
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Wreckingball automates job site safety orientations. They connect customers with brands. They create engaging stories and solve business problems with the use of design thinking, data, and digital technologies. It enables businesses to ensure job site safety for their workers. They also provide safety training.
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