Pittsburgh Equity Partners

Pittsburgh Equity Partners (PEP) is a venture capital fund located in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage companies in the life sciences and information technology sectors in Western Pennsylvania. Recognizing a significant gap in funding for these emerging businesses, PEP aims to provide essential capital to enhance their development and success. By focusing on the region’s most promising startups, the firm plays a vital role in addressing the funding challenges faced by technology companies in the area.

Steve Robinson

Managing Partner

8 past transactions

Encentiv Energy

Series A in 2016
Encentiv Energy LLC operates a platform designed to enhance participation in energy efficiency programs for utilities, energy efficiency vendors, finance companies, and non-residential customers. The company's flagship product, Encentivizer, is a national incentive management platform that connects clients with local electric utility rebates and funding solutions for new construction and renovation projects. It provides actionable data that empowers manufacturers, energy efficiency professionals, and utilities to engage business customers effectively and promote energy-saving decisions. In addition to incentive management, Encentiv Energy offers energy advisory services and project financing to support its clients in achieving sustainable energy solutions. Founded in 2009 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Encentiv Energy was previously known as AllFacilities Energy Group, LLC before rebranding in 2013.

Voci

Venture Round in 2014
Voci specializes in advanced speech recognition technology that transforms voice data into actionable insights for businesses. By employing AI and deep learning algorithms, Voci delivers highly accurate transcriptions and provides valuable insights related to gender, sentiment, emotion, and speaker biometrics. Their solutions are particularly beneficial for companies in regulated industries, enabling them to ensure compliance and monitor call center agents effectively. Voci's technology also generates readable automatic speech-to-text outputs for telecommunications, enhancing customer interactions. Ultimately, Voci helps organizations improve customer experiences, optimize contact center efficiency, and manage risks associated with fraud and compliance violations.

Wombat Security Technologies

Series B in 2014
Wombat Security Technologies, Inc. specializes in interactive software solutions aimed at enhancing cyber security awareness and compliance among employees. The company offers a comprehensive Security Education Platform that includes knowledge assessments, a library of simulated attacks, and interactive training modules designed to significantly reduce the success rate of phishing attacks and malware infections. Key products include PhishPatrol, an anti-phishing email filter; PhishAlarm Analyzer, which assists in identifying reported phishing emails; CyberStrength, an assessment tool for evaluating employee cyber security knowledge; and various simulation services such as USBGuru and SmishGuru that train employees on memory device and text message phishing attacks respectively. Wombat serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 1000 companies in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and technology. Founded in 2008 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in the United Kingdom, Wombat operates as a subsidiary of Proofpoint, Inc.

Voci

Series A in 2012
Voci specializes in advanced speech recognition technology that transforms voice data into actionable insights for businesses. By employing AI and deep learning algorithms, Voci delivers highly accurate transcriptions and provides valuable insights related to gender, sentiment, emotion, and speaker biometrics. Their solutions are particularly beneficial for companies in regulated industries, enabling them to ensure compliance and monitor call center agents effectively. Voci's technology also generates readable automatic speech-to-text outputs for telecommunications, enhancing customer interactions. Ultimately, Voci helps organizations improve customer experiences, optimize contact center efficiency, and manage risks associated with fraud and compliance violations.

Voci

Venture Round in 2012
Voci specializes in advanced speech recognition technology that transforms voice data into actionable insights for businesses. By employing AI and deep learning algorithms, Voci delivers highly accurate transcriptions and provides valuable insights related to gender, sentiment, emotion, and speaker biometrics. Their solutions are particularly beneficial for companies in regulated industries, enabling them to ensure compliance and monitor call center agents effectively. Voci's technology also generates readable automatic speech-to-text outputs for telecommunications, enhancing customer interactions. Ultimately, Voci helps organizations improve customer experiences, optimize contact center efficiency, and manage risks associated with fraud and compliance violations.

Wright Therapy Products

Series A in 2011
Wright Therapy Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of pneumatic compression medical devices designed for the treatment of lymphedema and chronic venous insufficiency. Founded in 1983 in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, the company has a legacy of innovation, having introduced the first sequential gradient pneumatic compression device over three decades ago. Its range of products has received clearance from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for safety and efficacy. In addition to compression therapy systems, Wright Therapy Products offers a suite of support services, including clinical support, insurance evaluation, claims submissions, and patient education. The company also implements the Comply Care program, which focuses on disease management to enhance patient outcomes while minimizing overall healthcare costs. Wright Therapy Products operates as a subsidiary of BSN medical GmbH.

ShowClix

Series B in 2011
ShowClix, Inc. is a provider of event ticketing software solutions based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2007. The company specializes in offering a comprehensive range of services that facilitate ticket sales, marketing, and on-site operations for various events. Its product offerings include mobile ticketing solutions, a nonprofit ticketing platform, and Crowd, a web-based point of sale and box office software. ShowClix's platform is designed to cater to diverse markets, including fandom conventions, arts and theater, consumer shows, museums, and festivals. The company partners with well-known events such as New York Comic Con and Anime Expo, serving clients in over 20 countries and localizing its technology for different markets. With features such as online and telephone ticket sales, admissions control, and advanced analytics tools, ShowClix aims to help organizers maximize their audience reach and enhance the overall event experience.

Encentiv Energy

Angel Round in 2009
Encentiv Energy LLC operates a platform designed to enhance participation in energy efficiency programs for utilities, energy efficiency vendors, finance companies, and non-residential customers. The company's flagship product, Encentivizer, is a national incentive management platform that connects clients with local electric utility rebates and funding solutions for new construction and renovation projects. It provides actionable data that empowers manufacturers, energy efficiency professionals, and utilities to engage business customers effectively and promote energy-saving decisions. In addition to incentive management, Encentiv Energy offers energy advisory services and project financing to support its clients in achieving sustainable energy solutions. Founded in 2009 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Encentiv Energy was previously known as AllFacilities Energy Group, LLC before rebranding in 2013.
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