MBX Biosciences
Series C in 2024
MBX Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for endocrine and metabolic disorders, emphasizing rare endocrine diseases with limited treatment options. It pursues discovery, development, and commercialization of first-in-class peptide therapeutics that modulate glandular hormone signaling. MBX has developed a proprietary Precision Endocrine Peptide platform to engineer peptides with extended time-action profiles and consistent drug exposure, aiming to overcome limitations of traditional peptide therapies and improve disease management. Based in Carmel, Indiana, the company advances novel peptide programs through clinical development to address unmet medical needs in endocrine and metabolic disorders.
SimpleRose
Venture Round in 2023
SimpleRose Inc. is a technology company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, that specializes in developing a prescriptive analytics platform aimed at enhancing decision-making in complex environments. Founded in 2018, the company offers solutions that optimize and accelerate processes such as scheduling, production planning, and portfolio optimization. By leveraging advanced algorithmic innovations, SimpleRose’s platform provides high levels of numerical accuracy, speed, and the capability for continuous analysis, enabling organizations to effectively address operational challenges and make informed decisions.
Relievant Medsystems
Venture Round in 2023
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for chronic axial low back pain. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a development office in Sunnyvale, California, the company has created the Intracept System. This minimally invasive procedure specifically targets the basivertebral nerve, providing relief by blocking pain signal transmission. The Intracept System offers patients a low-risk therapy option aimed at alleviating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.
MBX Biosciences
Series B in 2022
MBX Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for endocrine and metabolic disorders, emphasizing rare endocrine diseases with limited treatment options. It pursues discovery, development, and commercialization of first-in-class peptide therapeutics that modulate glandular hormone signaling. MBX has developed a proprietary Precision Endocrine Peptide platform to engineer peptides with extended time-action profiles and consistent drug exposure, aiming to overcome limitations of traditional peptide therapies and improve disease management. Based in Carmel, Indiana, the company advances novel peptide programs through clinical development to address unmet medical needs in endocrine and metabolic disorders.
QuoteWell
Series A in 2022
Founded in 2021, QuoteWell is a digital platform designed for the insurance industry. Based in Austin, Texas, it offers an integrated submission process that securely transmits insured applications to underwriters and enables agents and brokers to access modern risk transfer infrastructure.
Celcuity is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that discovers new cancer sub-types and therapeutic options using its proprietary CELsignia diagnostic platform. This platform analyzes living tumor cells to identify specific abnormal cellular processes driving cancer, enabling the development of targeted therapies for patients.
Slope.io, Inc. is a company that specializes in clinical trial logistics, catering to sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), and research sites throughout the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Mobile, Alabama, Slope.io offers a platform that streamlines the operational complexities associated with clinical trials. Its Slope.io Coordination service converts logistics requirements into organized schedules and workflows, while the Slope.io Kitting service provides customizable supply kits tailored to specific sites, patients, or study time points. The company emphasizes real-time coordination and complete traceability of devices, drugs, and kits from suppliers to research sites and patients.
Collective Health
Series F in 2021
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs, manufactures, and supplies luxury furniture for residential use. Founded in 2016, Burrow specializes in creating easy-to-move and customizable seating options such as sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. The furniture is crafted from sustainably-sourced hardwood and features non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. Burrow aims to provide customers with comfortable and stylish furnishing alternatives while avoiding traditional retail markups. The company operates showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, and also sells its products online. Additionally, Burrow has a manufacturing facility located in Mexico City, Mexico.
Bestow Inc., established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, operates as a digital life insurance company. It provides life insurance services to individuals, leveraging data-driven technology applications and algorithmic underwriting to assess risks efficiently. The company partners with top carriers to enhance processes from origination to administration, aiming to increase financial stability for all.
Relievant Medsystems
Venture Round in 2020
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for chronic axial low back pain. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a development office in Sunnyvale, California, the company has created the Intracept System. This minimally invasive procedure specifically targets the basivertebral nerve, providing relief by blocking pain signal transmission. The Intracept System offers patients a low-risk therapy option aimed at alleviating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.
Everactive
Series C in 2020
Everactive develops ultra-low-power chips for battery-less wireless sensors, enabling end-to-end IoT data services. Its solutions provide low-cost, long-lived, intelligent instrumentation for industrial operations across various applications.
MBX Biosciences
Series A in 2020
MBX Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for endocrine and metabolic disorders, emphasizing rare endocrine diseases with limited treatment options. It pursues discovery, development, and commercialization of first-in-class peptide therapeutics that modulate glandular hormone signaling. MBX has developed a proprietary Precision Endocrine Peptide platform to engineer peptides with extended time-action profiles and consistent drug exposure, aiming to overcome limitations of traditional peptide therapies and improve disease management. Based in Carmel, Indiana, the company advances novel peptide programs through clinical development to address unmet medical needs in endocrine and metabolic disorders.
CVRx
Venture Round in 2020
CVRx develops and markets implantable neuro-modulation therapies for treating high blood pressure and heart failure. Its flagship product, BAROSTIM NEO, triggers the body's natural reflex to regulate blood pressure, slowing heart failure progression. CVRx serves patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Bestow Inc., established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, operates as a digital life insurance company. It provides life insurance services to individuals, leveraging data-driven technology applications and algorithmic underwriting to assess risks efficiently. The company partners with top carriers to enhance processes from origination to administration, aiming to increase financial stability for all.
Tempus, established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology company specializing in precision medicine. It develops a comprehensive library of molecular and clinical data, along with an operating system that makes this information accessible and useful for patients, physicians, and researchers. Tempus offers services such as genomic sequencing, clinical data restructuring, and biological modeling, enabling real-time data-driven decisions for personalized patient care and facilitating the discovery of optimized therapeutic options.
Cardionomic
Venture Round in 2020
Cardionomic is a medical device company developing a catheter-based neuromodulation therapy for acute decompensated heart failure. The device delivers targeted electrical stimulation to cardiac nerves via placement in the right pulmonary artery through the internal jugular vein and modulates autonomic signals to improve ventricular contractility without increasing heart rate. The therapy aims to increase cardiac output, renal blood flow, urine production, and pharmacological tolerance while reducing deleterious hormonal signaling associated with heart failure. It addresses the root cause of ADHF by non-systemically enhancing contractility to improve in-hospital outcomes. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Brighton, Minnesota.
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs, manufactures, and supplies luxury furniture for residential use. Founded in 2016, Burrow specializes in creating easy-to-move and customizable seating options such as sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. The furniture is crafted from sustainably-sourced hardwood and features non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. Burrow aims to provide customers with comfortable and stylish furnishing alternatives while avoiding traditional retail markups. The company operates showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, and also sells its products online. Additionally, Burrow has a manufacturing facility located in Mexico City, Mexico.
Collective Health
Series E in 2019
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
CVRx develops and markets implantable neuro-modulation therapies for treating high blood pressure and heart failure. Its flagship product, BAROSTIM NEO, triggers the body's natural reflex to regulate blood pressure, slowing heart failure progression. CVRx serves patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Tempus, established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology company specializing in precision medicine. It develops a comprehensive library of molecular and clinical data, along with an operating system that makes this information accessible and useful for patients, physicians, and researchers. Tempus offers services such as genomic sequencing, clinical data restructuring, and biological modeling, enabling real-time data-driven decisions for personalized patient care and facilitating the discovery of optimized therapeutic options.
Founded in Toronto, Canada in 2015, Mejuri is a fine jewelry company that offers high-quality, ethically sourced products at affordable prices. It works directly with top jewelers to create exclusive designs and delivers new collections weekly through its direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform.
Catalytic
Series B in 2019
Catalytic Inc. is a technology company that provides a cloud-based automation platform designed to streamline data processing tasks for businesses. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Naperville, Catalytic enables users to build intelligent automation solutions that integrate people, bots, and artificial intelligence. The platform facilitates various automation tasks, such as document and spreadsheet generation, automated responses to triggers, and data collection. It allows users to connect with existing systems, create custom integrations, and leverage machine learning for cognitive tasks. By empowering business users to develop their own automated solutions, Catalytic enhances operational efficiency and helps organizations achieve their core objectives, ultimately leading to improved customer experiences and profitability. Its client roster includes notable companies such as Bosch and Dentsu Aegis Network.
SimpleRose
Venture Round in 2018
SimpleRose Inc. is a technology company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, that specializes in developing a prescriptive analytics platform aimed at enhancing decision-making in complex environments. Founded in 2018, the company offers solutions that optimize and accelerate processes such as scheduling, production planning, and portfolio optimization. By leveraging advanced algorithmic innovations, SimpleRose’s platform provides high levels of numerical accuracy, speed, and the capability for continuous analysis, enabling organizations to effectively address operational challenges and make informed decisions.
Tempus, established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology company specializing in precision medicine. It develops a comprehensive library of molecular and clinical data, along with an operating system that makes this information accessible and useful for patients, physicians, and researchers. Tempus offers services such as genomic sequencing, clinical data restructuring, and biological modeling, enabling real-time data-driven decisions for personalized patient care and facilitating the discovery of optimized therapeutic options.
Automation Anywhere
Series A in 2018
Automation Anywhere, Inc. is a global leader in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), specializing in the development of AI-powered software solutions designed to enhance business efficiency. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a cloud-native platform that integrates RPA with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytics. Its flagship products include Automation Anywhere Enterprise, which automates IT and business processes; Automation Anywhere Server for streamlined business operations; and IQ Bot, a cognitive automation solution that addresses complex business tasks. Additionally, the company provides a comprehensive suite of testing tools, such as Testing Anywhere, which supports quality assurance across various platforms. Automation Anywhere also offers consulting services and collaborates strategically with Microsoft Azure. The company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in several major cities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Relievant Medsystems
Series E in 2018
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for chronic axial low back pain. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a development office in Sunnyvale, California, the company has created the Intracept System. This minimally invasive procedure specifically targets the basivertebral nerve, providing relief by blocking pain signal transmission. The Intracept System offers patients a low-risk therapy option aimed at alleviating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.
Bestow Inc., established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, operates as a digital life insurance company. It provides life insurance services to individuals, leveraging data-driven technology applications and algorithmic underwriting to assess risks efficiently. The company partners with top carriers to enhance processes from origination to administration, aiming to increase financial stability for all.
Burrow, Inc. is a New York-based company that designs, manufactures, and supplies luxury furniture for residential use. Founded in 2016, Burrow specializes in creating easy-to-move and customizable seating options such as sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs, as well as tables, rugs, and various accessories. The furniture is crafted from sustainably-sourced hardwood and features non-toxic, scratch- and stain-resistant fabrics. Burrow aims to provide customers with comfortable and stylish furnishing alternatives while avoiding traditional retail markups. The company operates showrooms in several states, including Washington, Massachusetts, Texas, and California, and also sells its products online. Additionally, Burrow has a manufacturing facility located in Mexico City, Mexico.
Tempus, established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology company specializing in precision medicine. It develops a comprehensive library of molecular and clinical data, along with an operating system that makes this information accessible and useful for patients, physicians, and researchers. Tempus offers services such as genomic sequencing, clinical data restructuring, and biological modeling, enabling real-time data-driven decisions for personalized patient care and facilitating the discovery of optimized therapeutic options.
Collective Health
Series D in 2018
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
Everactive
Venture Round in 2017
Everactive develops ultra-low-power chips for battery-less wireless sensors, enabling end-to-end IoT data services. Its solutions provide low-cost, long-lived, intelligent instrumentation for industrial operations across various applications.
Tempus, established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology company specializing in precision medicine. It develops a comprehensive library of molecular and clinical data, along with an operating system that makes this information accessible and useful for patients, physicians, and researchers. Tempus offers services such as genomic sequencing, clinical data restructuring, and biological modeling, enabling real-time data-driven decisions for personalized patient care and facilitating the discovery of optimized therapeutic options.
Noonlight
Seed Round in 2017
Noonlight, Inc. is a personal safety technology company that develops a mobile application designed to enhance user safety by connecting various Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, Noonlight's application enables users to create accounts, connect their devices, and sense potential danger. The platform offers a seamless experience across iOS and Android devices, allowing for precise location detection and the ability to trigger alarms manually. In emergency situations, the application can alert law enforcement without requiring a 911 call or the need for users to communicate verbally. Noonlight has evolved into a comprehensive connected safety platform, partnering with various products and services to provide 24/7 professional monitoring and data-driven emergency response, ensuring users can feel secure in any environment.
Bestow Inc., established in 2016 and based in Dallas, Texas, operates as a digital life insurance company. It provides life insurance services to individuals, leveraging data-driven technology applications and algorithmic underwriting to assess risks efficiently. The company partners with top carriers to enhance processes from origination to administration, aiming to increase financial stability for all.
VividCortex
Series A in 2017
VividCortex, Inc. is a developer of Software as a Service (SaaS) tools focused on database performance monitoring and analysis. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in Arlington, Texas, and Charlottesville, Virginia, the company provides an innovative platform that enables organizations to measure, analyze, and optimize the performance of various open-source databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon Aurora, MongoDB, and Redis. VividCortex’s solution offers comprehensive visibility into database operations, allowing engineering teams to monitor performance across multiple servers simultaneously without the overhead typical of other monitoring tools. By utilizing patented algorithms and advanced statistical methods, the platform delivers actionable insights into database workload and query performance, helping clients proactively address issues and enhance application efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele, including industry leaders like Etsy and GitHub, and is recognized for its unique, focused approach to database monitoring, which emphasizes clarity and depth in understanding database performance.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2017
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Mighty AI
Series B in 2017
Mighty AI, Inc. is a provider of Training Data as a Service, specializing in delivering high-quality datasets for businesses developing computer vision and natural language processing models. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Detroit, Michigan, the company operates a platform that connects a global community of individuals who perform micro tasks, such as object identification in images and sentiment analysis of text. This community enhances the accuracy and scalability of the data provided, as Mighty AI combines its proprietary machine learning technology with a suite of annotation software and managed services. The company primarily serves clients in sectors like autonomous vehicles, leveraging its expertise and resources to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide. In January 2017, the company rebranded from Spare5 Inc. to Mighty AI, and it is currently a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc.
Relievant Medsystems
Series D in 2016
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for chronic axial low back pain. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a development office in Sunnyvale, California, the company has created the Intracept System. This minimally invasive procedure specifically targets the basivertebral nerve, providing relief by blocking pain signal transmission. The Intracept System offers patients a low-risk therapy option aimed at alleviating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.
Fieldglass
Venture Round in 2016
Fieldglass, Inc. specializes in providing intelligent solutions for managing human capital, focusing on the procurement and management of contingent workers and services. The company offers a unified technology platform that facilitates the hiring process for managers and human resources personnel. Its primary offerings include InSite Contingent, a software-as-a-service platform that automates the entire lifecycle of contingent labor management, InSite Services for ensuring compliance in project-based engagements, and InSite Recruitment for automating direct hiring processes. Additionally, Fieldglass provides professional services such as implementation, training, and support. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Fieldglass has technology development offices in Naperville, Illinois, and Mumbai, India.
Catalytic
Series A in 2016
Catalytic Inc. is a technology company that provides a cloud-based automation platform designed to streamline data processing tasks for businesses. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Naperville, Catalytic enables users to build intelligent automation solutions that integrate people, bots, and artificial intelligence. The platform facilitates various automation tasks, such as document and spreadsheet generation, automated responses to triggers, and data collection. It allows users to connect with existing systems, create custom integrations, and leverage machine learning for cognitive tasks. By empowering business users to develop their own automated solutions, Catalytic enhances operational efficiency and helps organizations achieve their core objectives, ultimately leading to improved customer experiences and profitability. Its client roster includes notable companies such as Bosch and Dentsu Aegis Network.
Rotation Medical
Series B in 2016
Rotation Medical Inc. is a medical technology company based in Plymouth, Minnesota, that specializes in the development of a minimally invasive rotator cuff implant system aimed at treating rotator cuff disease. The company's innovative implant system utilizes a collagen scaffold designed to be affixed to the affected rotator cuff tendon, offering a surgical solution for managing and protecting tendon injuries. This system is particularly beneficial for patients with small rotator cuff tears and provides additional protection for those with larger tears. Founded in 2009, Rotation Medical was originally known as Denali Medical Inc. before rebranding in March 2010. As of December 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Smith & Nephew plc.
VividCortex
Series A in 2016
VividCortex, Inc. is a developer of Software as a Service (SaaS) tools focused on database performance monitoring and analysis. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in Arlington, Texas, and Charlottesville, Virginia, the company provides an innovative platform that enables organizations to measure, analyze, and optimize the performance of various open-source databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon Aurora, MongoDB, and Redis. VividCortex’s solution offers comprehensive visibility into database operations, allowing engineering teams to monitor performance across multiple servers simultaneously without the overhead typical of other monitoring tools. By utilizing patented algorithms and advanced statistical methods, the platform delivers actionable insights into database workload and query performance, helping clients proactively address issues and enhance application efficiency. The company serves a diverse clientele, including industry leaders like Etsy and GitHub, and is recognized for its unique, focused approach to database monitoring, which emphasizes clarity and depth in understanding database performance.
Everactive
Series B in 2015
Everactive develops ultra-low-power chips for battery-less wireless sensors, enabling end-to-end IoT data services. Its solutions provide low-cost, long-lived, intelligent instrumentation for industrial operations across various applications.
Uptake Technologies, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a predictive analytics platform designed to enhance operational efficiency across various industries, including healthcare, insurance, locomotives, construction, and manufacturing. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Uptake's platform analyzes sensor data to predict and prevent equipment failures, identify hidden profit opportunities, and uncover new growth avenues. By transforming data into actionable insights, the platform facilitates equipment monitoring, diagnostic troubleshooting, event and condition prediction, and task management, ultimately improving uptime and streamlining operations for its clients.
Cardionomic
Series A in 2015
Cardionomic is a medical device company developing a catheter-based neuromodulation therapy for acute decompensated heart failure. The device delivers targeted electrical stimulation to cardiac nerves via placement in the right pulmonary artery through the internal jugular vein and modulates autonomic signals to improve ventricular contractility without increasing heart rate. The therapy aims to increase cardiac output, renal blood flow, urine production, and pharmacological tolerance while reducing deleterious hormonal signaling associated with heart failure. It addresses the root cause of ADHF by non-systemically enhancing contractility to improve in-hospital outcomes. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Brighton, Minnesota.
Collective Health
Series C in 2015
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
Mighty AI
Series A in 2015
Mighty AI, Inc. is a provider of Training Data as a Service, specializing in delivering high-quality datasets for businesses developing computer vision and natural language processing models. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Detroit, Michigan, the company operates a platform that connects a global community of individuals who perform micro tasks, such as object identification in images and sentiment analysis of text. This community enhances the accuracy and scalability of the data provided, as Mighty AI combines its proprietary machine learning technology with a suite of annotation software and managed services. The company primarily serves clients in sectors like autonomous vehicles, leveraging its expertise and resources to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide. In January 2017, the company rebranded from Spare5 Inc. to Mighty AI, and it is currently a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc.
Illumitex
Series C in 2015
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Green Chef
Series A in 2015
Green Chef delivers organic, chef-designed meal kits directly to customers' doorsteps in the Western and Central United States. Founded in 2014, the company aims to promote healthy eating by providing fresh, wholesome ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes.
Collective Health
Series B in 2015
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
Collective Health
Series B in 2015
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
U.S. Renal Care
Private Equity Round in 2015
U.S. Renal Care operates a nationwide network of outpatient, home, and specialty dialysis centers delivering in-center and at-home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis services for end-stage renal disease. The company runs acute dialysis programs in partnership with local hospitals and supports families, caregivers, and physicians in ESRD care. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, it develops and operates dialysis centers through collaborations with local nephrologists, serving tens of thousands of patients across multiple states and select territories, including Guam and, according to some sources, Saudi Arabia.
Mighty AI
Seed Round in 2014
Mighty AI, Inc. is a provider of Training Data as a Service, specializing in delivering high-quality datasets for businesses developing computer vision and natural language processing models. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Detroit, Michigan, the company operates a platform that connects a global community of individuals who perform micro tasks, such as object identification in images and sentiment analysis of text. This community enhances the accuracy and scalability of the data provided, as Mighty AI combines its proprietary machine learning technology with a suite of annotation software and managed services. The company primarily serves clients in sectors like autonomous vehicles, leveraging its expertise and resources to meet the evolving needs of its customers worldwide. In January 2017, the company rebranded from Spare5 Inc. to Mighty AI, and it is currently a subsidiary of Uber Technologies, Inc.
Everactive
Series A in 2014
Everactive develops ultra-low-power chips for battery-less wireless sensors, enabling end-to-end IoT data services. Its solutions provide low-cost, long-lived, intelligent instrumentation for industrial operations across various applications.
Illumitex
Debt Financing in 2014
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Rotation Medical
Series B in 2014
Rotation Medical Inc. is a medical technology company based in Plymouth, Minnesota, that specializes in the development of a minimally invasive rotator cuff implant system aimed at treating rotator cuff disease. The company's innovative implant system utilizes a collagen scaffold designed to be affixed to the affected rotator cuff tendon, offering a surgical solution for managing and protecting tendon injuries. This system is particularly beneficial for patients with small rotator cuff tears and provides additional protection for those with larger tears. Founded in 2009, Rotation Medical was originally known as Denali Medical Inc. before rebranding in March 2010. As of December 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of Smith & Nephew plc.
Lumos Pharma
Series A in 2014
Lumos Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Austin, Texas, focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for severe, rare, and genetic diseases. The company's lead product, LUM-201, is an oral small molecule currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials for pediatric growth hormone deficiency. In addition to its primary focus, Lumos has a licensing agreement with Ellipses Pharma Limited for the development and commercialization of nanoparticle formulations aimed at oncology indications. Founded in 2011, Lumos Pharma also has a commitment to addressing Creatine Transporter Deficiency, leveraging exclusive licenses for technologies developed at the University of Cincinnati and collaborating with key opinion leaders and the National Institutes of Health. The company engages in both clinical and preclinical research, exploring treatments that may enhance immune responses against cancer, and has partnerships for manufacturing its therapeutics.
Collective Health
Series A in 2014
Collective Health provides a cloud-based health benefits platform that unifies medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and related programs into a single administration experience, helping employers simplify benefits, guide employees in understanding and navigating care, and manage costs and outcomes. The platform offers integrated administration of all health plans through one portal, with live concierge support and digital tools to find and manage care, and connects employees with medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision providers. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Chicago and Lehi, it aims to reduce the administrative burden of delivering benefits while improving member experience and overall health outcomes.
Shareable Ink
Series C in 2013
Shareable Ink Corporation is a cloud computing company based in Nashville, Tennessee, that specializes in transforming point-of-care clinical documentation into structured data and analytics. Founded in 2009 and formerly known as Carescribe, Inc., the company offers a configurable and scalable iOS platform designed for a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, surgery centers, and nursing homes. Its flagship product, Shareable Documents, utilizes Mimeo technology to automate the collection of clinical data at the point of care using Apple’s iPad. Additionally, Shareable Ink provides Shareable Integration, which integrates its mobile clinical documentation capabilities with clients' existing platforms, enhancing their mobile applications with clinical documentation functionality. As of May 2018, Shareable Ink operates as a subsidiary of Strategic Management Consulting, LLC.
Hatch Loyalty
Series B in 2013
Hatch Loyalty Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in providing a loyalty and rewards platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2011 and originally known as Belly Inc., the company rebranded in September 2017. Hatch Loyalty offers a range of tools designed to enhance customer engagement and create meaningful experiences through its solutions, which include HatchHQ, HatchIQ, and HatchHUB. The platform not only allows businesses to develop customized loyalty programs but also provides actionable insights to help retailers execute effective marketing campaigns. Additionally, Hatch Loyalty features the industry-leading solution, Belly, which is specifically designed for smaller businesses to improve their loyalty marketing efforts. As of 2019, Hatch Loyalty operates as a subsidiary of Stuzo Inc.
Cleversafe
Series D in 2013
Cleversafe, Inc. is a developer of innovative web-scale storage solutions based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enterprise storage systems that enable businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and beyond. Cleversafe's offerings include content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archiving solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries such as financial services, healthcare, media, oil and gas, and government sectors. The company is particularly known for its dispersed storage technology, which allows for the deployment of dispersed storage networks, providing organizations with scalable and economically efficient data storage options. Cleversafe's solutions address the challenges posed by the exponential growth of unstructured data, ensuring effective management and security while simplifying application deployment and scalability. As of November 2015, Cleversafe operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.
CVRx develops and markets implantable neuro-modulation therapies for treating high blood pressure and heart failure. Its flagship product, BAROSTIM NEO, triggers the body's natural reflex to regulate blood pressure, slowing heart failure progression. CVRx serves patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Bravo Health
Series A in 2012
Bravo Health, Inc. is a managed care organization that specializes in providing Medicare Advantage options, catering specifically to Medicare beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. The company offers a range of plans, including special needs plans for individuals receiving institutional care or those with chronic health conditions, as well as private fee-for-service plans that allow members to choose their healthcare providers. Additionally, Bravo Health provides Part D prescription drug plans to cover medication needs. The company operates in multiple states, including Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington, and has expanded its services to offer prescription drug coverage in 43 states. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Bravo Health was previously known as Elder Health, Inc.
Apnex Medical
Venture Round in 2012
Apnex Medical, Inc. manufactures and markets medical devices such as implants for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Apnex Medical, Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
American Pathology Partners
Venture Round in 2012
American Pathology Partners, Inc. is a network of pathology laboratories based in Brentwood, Tennessee, that provides a comprehensive array of anatomic pathology and specialized testing services across the United States. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on various subspecialties, including women's health, surgical pathology, dermatopathology, gastrointestinal pathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and molecular testing. American Pathology Partners also offers technical and clinical support services such as immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, and consultative services. Its laboratory facilities are located in Colorado, Florida, and North Carolina, serving a diverse clientele that includes physicians, hospitals, and surgery centers. The company is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and rapid turnaround times, while also providing business support services designed to enhance operational efficiency for healthcare providers.
Upstart
Seed Round in 2012
Upstart is a fintech company that operates an AI-driven lending platform. Founded in 2012, it connects consumers with banks and investors through its platform, offering personal loans, automotive financing, home equity lines of credit, and small-dollar loans. Upstart's proprietary underwriting model considers various factors to assess borrowers' creditworthiness, enabling higher approval rates and lower loss rates.
Say Media
Venture Round in 2012
Say Media, Inc. is a digital publishing company that specializes in creating, distributing, and monetizing digital content. The company operates the Tempest publishing platform, which empowers independent content creators to develop engaged communities across various consumer interest areas, including Style, Living, Food, and Tech. Say Media offers innovative advertising solutions such as AdFrames, an expandable media ad unit designed to enhance reader engagement, and Portable Creative, which allows advertisers to utilize AdFrames on any trading desk. With a global reach exceeding 400 million people, Say Media provides brands with effective and accountable ways to connect with target audiences. Founded in 2004 and originally known as VideoEgg, Say Media is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Chicago, London, Toronto, and Portland. The company operates as a subsidiary of TheMaven, Inc.
Eventup
Seed Round in 2012
Eventup is an online marketplace that connects event planners with a wide range of venues, including homes, lofts, hotels, galleries, warehouses, and other unique spaces. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the platform serves major U.S. cities such as Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, Boston, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C. Eventup streamlines the search, booking, and management of venues, offering property owners a way to monetize underused spaces while giving clients quick access to diverse event locations.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2012
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
Relievant Medsystems
Series D in 2012
Relievant Medsystems, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for chronic axial low back pain. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a development office in Sunnyvale, California, the company has created the Intracept System. This minimally invasive procedure specifically targets the basivertebral nerve, providing relief by blocking pain signal transmission. The Intracept System offers patients a low-risk therapy option aimed at alleviating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.
Apnex Medical
Series C in 2012
Apnex Medical, Inc. manufactures and markets medical devices such as implants for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Apnex Medical, Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Illumitex
Venture Round in 2011
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
BridgePoint Medical
Series C in 2011
BridgePoint Medical, a private company with headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is focused on developing innovative and proprietary technology in the field of interventional cardiology for access to and treatment of chronic total occlusions.
Groupon
Venture Round in 2011
Groupon is a global online marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounted deals on goods and services across categories such as events, travel, dining, beauty, home, and merchandise. The platform operates through websites and mobile apps, enabling users to browse, purchase, and redeem deals, and to discover experiences, getaways, and discounted products. Groupon provides merchants with deal campaigns, payment processing features, and point-of-sale solutions, earning revenue primarily through commissions on transactions conducted via its marketplace and digital coupons. The company operates primarily in North America and internationally through a network of local and national partners, delivering a daily deals and discounts model that positions it as a middleman between shoppers and businesses.
Nektar Therapeutics
Post in 2011
Nektar Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel drugs for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Its pipeline includes Bempegaldesleukin (NKTR-214), a CD122-preferential interleukin-2 pathway agonist designed to activate cancer-killing T cells and NK cells, currently in Phase I/II trials. The company also develops other immunotherapies such as NKTR-358 for autoimmune diseases and NKTR-262 for oncology, both in Phase I trials.
Cleversafe
Series C in 2010
Cleversafe, Inc. is a developer of innovative web-scale storage solutions based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enterprise storage systems that enable businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and beyond. Cleversafe's offerings include content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archiving solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries such as financial services, healthcare, media, oil and gas, and government sectors. The company is particularly known for its dispersed storage technology, which allows for the deployment of dispersed storage networks, providing organizations with scalable and economically efficient data storage options. Cleversafe's solutions address the challenges posed by the exponential growth of unstructured data, ensuring effective management and security while simplifying application deployment and scalability. As of November 2015, Cleversafe operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.
Groupon is a global online marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounted deals on goods and services across categories such as events, travel, dining, beauty, home, and merchandise. The platform operates through websites and mobile apps, enabling users to browse, purchase, and redeem deals, and to discover experiences, getaways, and discounted products. Groupon provides merchants with deal campaigns, payment processing features, and point-of-sale solutions, earning revenue primarily through commissions on transactions conducted via its marketplace and digital coupons. The company operates primarily in North America and internationally through a network of local and national partners, delivering a daily deals and discounts model that positions it as a middleman between shoppers and businesses.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2010
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Apnex Medical
Series B in 2009
Apnex Medical, Inc. manufactures and markets medical devices such as implants for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Apnex Medical, Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Groupon is a global online marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounted deals on goods and services across categories such as events, travel, dining, beauty, home, and merchandise. The platform operates through websites and mobile apps, enabling users to browse, purchase, and redeem deals, and to discover experiences, getaways, and discounted products. Groupon provides merchants with deal campaigns, payment processing features, and point-of-sale solutions, earning revenue primarily through commissions on transactions conducted via its marketplace and digital coupons. The company operates primarily in North America and internationally through a network of local and national partners, delivering a daily deals and discounts model that positions it as a middleman between shoppers and businesses.
BridgePoint Medical
Venture Round in 2009
BridgePoint Medical, a private company with headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is focused on developing innovative and proprietary technology in the field of interventional cardiology for access to and treatment of chronic total occlusions.
Motion Computing
Venture Round in 2008
Motion Computing, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in the development of slate tablet PCs tailored for mobile professionals across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and field force automation. The company is recognized as a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity for users on the move. Motion's product line includes advanced tablet PCs and accessories designed for security, power, and versatility, catering to the unique needs of its clientele. By integrating cutting-edge technologies into its offerings, Motion aims to provide comprehensive computing solutions that support the evolving demands of mobile professionals.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2008
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
CVRx develops and markets implantable neuro-modulation therapies for treating high blood pressure and heart failure. Its flagship product, BAROSTIM NEO, triggers the body's natural reflex to regulate blood pressure, slowing heart failure progression. CVRx serves patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Illumitex
Series B in 2008
Illumitex Inc. is a manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, specializing in precision LEDs and LED lighting fixtures. Founded in 2005, the company offers a diverse range of lighting products tailored for horticultural, industrial, and architectural applications. Its horticultural lighting solutions include grow lights designed for large growers, vertical farms, greenhouses, and indoor gardening setups. Illumitex's innovative approach enhances traditional LED design, providing uniform and highly-precise light emissions. The company's products are utilized in various settings, including warehouses, commercial landscapes, and food processing facilities, and are distributed through stocking retailers across the United States. By integrating advanced optics technology, Illumitex aims to improve the brightness and efficiency of its lighting solutions for a variety of operational needs.
SmartTurn
Series A in 2008
SmartTurn is a leader in on-demand inventory and warehouse management solutions, offering a cloud-based system designed for quick implementation and real-time accuracy. The SmartTurn Inventory and Warehouse Management System enhances visibility and control over inventory, allowing businesses to track the quantity, location, and status of items at any time. By streamlining operations and reducing paperwork errors, SmartTurn helps companies of all sizes improve productivity and customer satisfaction while lowering inventory costs. Originally established in 2004 as a division of Navis LLC, SmartTurn was developed to address the needs of small to medium-sized supply chain players who require robust inventory management without the overhead costs associated with traditional software systems. Its solutions are accessible via a browser, eliminating the need for extensive IT infrastructure. Additionally, SmartTurn integrates smoothly with existing applications, providing customers with a comprehensive view of their inventory and facilitating efficient operations across various warehousing and distribution environments. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, SmartTurn continues to support businesses in optimizing their inventory practices.
Groupon is a global online marketplace that connects consumers with merchants by offering discounted deals on goods and services across categories such as events, travel, dining, beauty, home, and merchandise. The platform operates through websites and mobile apps, enabling users to browse, purchase, and redeem deals, and to discover experiences, getaways, and discounted products. Groupon provides merchants with deal campaigns, payment processing features, and point-of-sale solutions, earning revenue primarily through commissions on transactions conducted via its marketplace and digital coupons. The company operates primarily in North America and internationally through a network of local and national partners, delivering a daily deals and discounts model that positions it as a middleman between shoppers and businesses.
Cleversafe
Series C in 2007
Cleversafe, Inc. is a developer of innovative web-scale storage solutions based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enterprise storage systems that enable businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and beyond. Cleversafe's offerings include content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archiving solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries such as financial services, healthcare, media, oil and gas, and government sectors. The company is particularly known for its dispersed storage technology, which allows for the deployment of dispersed storage networks, providing organizations with scalable and economically efficient data storage options. Cleversafe's solutions address the challenges posed by the exponential growth of unstructured data, ensuring effective management and security while simplifying application deployment and scalability. As of November 2015, Cleversafe operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.
Luminary Micro
Series C in 2007
Luminary Micro, Inc. specializes in the design, marketing, and sale of ARM Cortex-M3-based microcontrollers, primarily targeting the energy, security, and connectivity sectors. The company offers a range of mixed-signal microcontrollers suitable for applications in motion control, industrial automation, medical devices, transportation, appliances, and security systems. In addition to microcontrollers, Luminary Micro provides various evaluation, development, and reference design kits to support its products. Their product lineup includes stepper motor modules, AC induction motor modules, brushless DC motor modules, and intelligent display modules, among others. The company also offers libraries and tools, such as the Stellaris Peripheral Driver Library and Stellaris Graphics Library, to facilitate the development and integration of their microcontroller solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, Luminary Micro operates as a subsidiary of Texas Instruments, serving a global market through a network of representatives across multiple regions.
Apnex Medical
Series A in 2007
Apnex Medical, Inc. manufactures and markets medical devices such as implants for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Apnex Medical, Inc. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
CVRx develops and markets implantable neuro-modulation therapies for treating high blood pressure and heart failure. Its flagship product, BAROSTIM NEO, triggers the body's natural reflex to regulate blood pressure, slowing heart failure progression. CVRx serves patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
BridgePoint Medical
Series B in 2007
BridgePoint Medical, a private company with headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is focused on developing innovative and proprietary technology in the field of interventional cardiology for access to and treatment of chronic total occlusions.
Cleversafe
Series B in 2007
Cleversafe, Inc. is a developer of innovative web-scale storage solutions based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in enterprise storage systems that enable businesses to store, manage, and access data at petabyte scale and beyond. Cleversafe's offerings include content repository, Storage-as-a-Service, enterprise collaboration, backup, and archiving solutions, catering to a diverse array of industries such as financial services, healthcare, media, oil and gas, and government sectors. The company is particularly known for its dispersed storage technology, which allows for the deployment of dispersed storage networks, providing organizations with scalable and economically efficient data storage options. Cleversafe's solutions address the challenges posed by the exponential growth of unstructured data, ensuring effective management and security while simplifying application deployment and scalability. As of November 2015, Cleversafe operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corporation.
U4EA Wireless
Series C in 2006
U4EA Wireless, provides WiFi mobility solutions and networking protocol software for the wired and wireless communications market. It offers GateD, a routing and switching software; and wireless controller switching software, for WPA. The company also provides professional services, such as porting, integration, testing, feature acceleration, and product consultation. NextHop offers its products and services to mobile enterprise and carrier equipment manufacturers. It has locations in Ann Arbor, Michigan; and Bangalore, India.
The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. The company also has sales offices in Acton, Massachusetts; Beijing, China; Oxford, the United Kingdom; and Taipei, Taiwan.
PolyServe
Series E in 2006
PolyServe, Inc. is a software company that specializes in consolidating servers and storage into efficient and scalable database and file serving utilities. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, with additional offices in several major U.S. cities and London, PolyServe's offerings include a Database Utility designed for SQL Server, Oracle, Oracle RAC, and DB2, as well as a File Serving Utility that supports high-performance scalable NAS, Windows file and print services, web and application clusters, and Oracle environments. The company distributes its products through a network of international distributors and a direct sales force, and maintains strategic partnerships with notable technology firms including HP, Microsoft, IBM, Dell, and Novell. In 2007, PolyServe was acquired by Hewlett-Packard Co.
Forcepoint LLC is a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, with an additional center in Cork, Ireland. The company operates as a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. Forcepoint specializes in protecting users, data, and networks against both internal and external threats across various industries such as financial services, healthcare, government, and justice & public safety. Its comprehensive suite of solutions includes content security (TRITON APX Suite, TRITON AP-EMAIL, TRITON AP-WEB), insider threat protection (TRITON AP-DATA, TRITON AP-ENDPOINT), cloud security (TRITON AP-EMAIL Cloud, TRITON AP-WEB Cloud), Linux threat protection, advanced analytics (SureView Analytics), and network security solutions (Forcepoint Stonesoft NGFW). Additionally, Forcepoint offers services in data security consulting, cybersecurity intelligence, implementation packages, training, and certifications. The company aims to simplify security management by providing a unified, cloud-centric platform that enables organizations to safely embrace transformative technologies such as cloud, mobility, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
BridgePoint Medical
Series A in 2006
BridgePoint Medical, a private company with headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is focused on developing innovative and proprietary technology in the field of interventional cardiology for access to and treatment of chronic total occlusions.
Luminary Micro
Series B in 2006
Luminary Micro, Inc. specializes in the design, marketing, and sale of ARM Cortex-M3-based microcontrollers, primarily targeting the energy, security, and connectivity sectors. The company offers a range of mixed-signal microcontrollers suitable for applications in motion control, industrial automation, medical devices, transportation, appliances, and security systems. In addition to microcontrollers, Luminary Micro provides various evaluation, development, and reference design kits to support its products. Their product lineup includes stepper motor modules, AC induction motor modules, brushless DC motor modules, and intelligent display modules, among others. The company also offers libraries and tools, such as the Stellaris Peripheral Driver Library and Stellaris Graphics Library, to facilitate the development and integration of their microcontroller solutions. Founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, Luminary Micro operates as a subsidiary of Texas Instruments, serving a global market through a network of representatives across multiple regions.
Inteliquent
Series C in 2006
Inteliquent is an interconnection provider based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in facilitating voice communications for service providers and enterprises. Established in 2003 by Ron Gavillet, the company operates a robust, geo-diverse, carrier-grade tier 1 network, directly connected to all major telecom carriers, and covering 94 percent of the US population. Inteliquent offers two primary service areas: Communications-Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS), which provides API-based voice calling and phone number services, and more traditional Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) solutions for telecommunications companies, including off-net call termination. The platform manages over 300 billion minutes of voice calls annually and has registered more than 100 million active phone numbers for its clients. Additionally, Inteliquent delivers a range of voice services such as local transit, long-distance, international voice, and toll-free services, all utilizing an all-IP network.