Plug and Play Tech Center

Plug and Play Tech Center, established in 2006, is a global innovation platform that connects startups, investors, and corporations. Based in Sunnyvale, California, with operations in 22 locations worldwide, the company runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs twice a year, fostering collaboration between major corporations and high-quality startups. These programs span sectors such as Fintech, Insurtech, IoT, Brand & Retail, Mobility, and Health & Wellness, among others. Plug and Play invests in seed, angel, and Series A rounds, with a focus on great teams leading emerging growth companies. Since inception, their startup community has raised over $9 billion in venture funding, with notable success stories including Dropbox, PayPal, and LendingClub.

Neda Amidi

President

Amir Amidi

Managing Partner, Travel and Hospitality Practice

Saeed Amidi

Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Davis Auksmuksts

Principal, Ventures and Director, Fintech

Thomas Bigagli

Partner

Wade Bitaraf

Co-Founder

Kieran Borrett

Director, United Kingdom

Jeff Chien

Senior Vice President, China Partnership

Kristi Choi

Operating Partner

Matthew Claxton

Partner and Global Director of Sustainability

Alex Cobos

Director, Mexico

Dana Diefendorf

Investor

Tarek Elessawi

Principal

Garnett Ge

Ventures Associate, Cross Border

Eugenio Gonzalez JD

Partner

Omer Gozen Ph.D

Partner

Gemma Guilera

Senior Partner Success Manager

Aziz El Hachem

North Africa Director

Karima El Hakim

Country Director - Egypt

Jackie Hernandez

Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships and Founding Member

Andrea Sanchez

Director

Salim Laouiti

Fintech Associate

Tanya Ma

Ventures Associate, Brand and Retail

Alireza Masrour

General Partner

Javier Megias

Managing Partner, EMEA VC Fund

Omeed Mehrinfar

Managing Partner, Middle-East

Kevin Parakkattu

Partner

Blanca Ribas Pombo

Investor

Julianne Roseman

Principal - Digital Health Ventures

Alex Roudi

Managing Partner, San Diego

Michelle Shi

Senior Venture Associate

Li Shing

International Operations Associate

Noorjit Sidhu

Ventures Associate

Kohei Suzuki

Associate

Erena Estellés Tatay

Ventures Analyst

Pouya Tehranian

Director, Brand and Retail

Alexander Tran

Partner

Philippe Vincent

Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Co-CEO

Carolin Wais

Partner

Connie Weisman

Co-Founder, Cleveland and Director, Plug and Play Enterprise 2.0

Kevin Withstandley

Vice President, Partner Success

Claire Xiong

Director

Vanessa Yang

Investor, Plug and Play Investment

Ivan Zgomba

Partner, Ventures

Chen Zhao

Managing Partner, China and Senior Technology Analyst

Lindsay Lebahn

Senior Program Manager and Director

Past deals in Midwestern US

Neural Payments

Non Equity Assistance in 2025
Neural Payments, Inc. is a company based in Mason, Ohio, that specializes in providing payment solutions for financial institutions. Founded in 2019, it aims to facilitate the adoption of innovative payment technologies while helping its clients remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market. The company's services focus on enhancing digital adoption, reducing transaction costs, minimizing fraud exposure, and simplifying technology integrations. By offering these essential services, Neural Payments enables financial institutions to effectively connect with the latest trends and technological advancements in the payment landscape.

Prevedere

Convertible Note in 2023
Prevedere is a predictive analytics company based in Columbus, Ohio, with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in developing business performance forecasting software that helps leaders make informed decisions by providing real-time insights into future business performance. Prevedere's platform tracks and manages economic, environmental, and consumer behavior data to identify leading indicators for company revenues, profits, and individual products. The company offers a range of solutions, including predictive marketing analytics, financial forecasting intelligence, demand planning, and sales planning. Additionally, Prevedere provides industry outlook reports, Chinese consumer behavior data, and predictive insights, along with economic consulting, data science, and training services.

Bridge Money

Seed Round in 2022
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a mobile banking platform designed to enhance users' financial experience. The platform offers a range of services, including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), along with zero overdraft fees. Additionally, Bridge Money provides a secure debit card without associated fees, aiming to simplify banking for its users and facilitate daily financial transactions.

TCARE

Series A in 2022
TCARE, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a caregiver support software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution aimed at preventing family caregiver burnout. Founded in 2017 and based in Saint Louis, Missouri, TCARE offers a cloud-based technology suite that allows care professionals to assess risk factors associated with caregiver burnout and implement timely interventions. Its platform serves various stakeholders, including organizations, care professionals, and family caregivers across the United States. By providing an evidence-based support program, TCARE not only aids in delaying or preventing nursing home placements but also helps reduce long-term care claims for Medicaid and life insurance carriers.

Bridge Money

Seed Round in 2022
Bridge Money, Inc. is a financial technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a mobile banking platform designed to enhance users' financial experience. The platform offers a range of services, including account activation, mobile check deposits, and free access to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), along with zero overdraft fees. Additionally, Bridge Money provides a secure debit card without associated fees, aiming to simplify banking for its users and facilitate daily financial transactions.

Redi.Health

Seed Round in 2021
Redi.Health is a healthcare technology company based in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 2021. It specializes in developing health management platforms aimed at empowering patients with chronic diseases. The company's platform enables users to track their medication schedules and access a comprehensive overview of their health information, which can be easily shared with healthcare providers. Additionally, Redi.Health provides patients with relevant news, tips, and clinical insights tailored to their specific health needs. By partnering with pharmaceutical manufacturers, Redi.Health offers patient support programs at no cost to users, facilitating better health management and helping patients navigate barriers to their healthcare.

TrustClarity

Convertible Note in 2021
TrustClarity Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based software as a service platform designed for businesses in the telecommunications and energy sectors. The platform focuses on optimizing the sale of excess inventory, enabling companies to efficiently sell new, refurbished, and surplus products while promoting sustainability by keeping items in use and out of landfills. By leveraging AI and blockchain technology, TrustClarity transforms basic inventory listings into detailed online product offerings that can be marketed and sold through various e-commerce channels and outreach methods. This innovative approach allows businesses to list, market, and sell their excess inventory effectively, ensuring optimal value and facilitating the resale of products through connected storefronts that maintain a secure chain of custody.

newtrul

Seed Round in 2021
Newtrul is a Chicago-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in a shipment aggregation platform designed to facilitate connections among shippers, brokers, and freight carriers. The platform simplifies the truckload freight matching process by digitizing and consolidating available shipments into a centralized marketplace. This allows trucking companies to efficiently search for and book loads online, enhancing operational effectiveness and streamlining logistics in the freight industry.

S4 Medical

Venture Round in 2020
S4 Medical Corp is a medical device company specializing in innovations for catheter ablation treatment of atrial fibrillation. Founded in 2017 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, S4 Medical has developed an eSolution device that aims to reduce complications to the esophagus during ablation procedures. This device provides an effective means for electrophysiologists to protect the esophagus and strategically determine when and where to deviate it, thereby minimizing the risk of thermal injury associated with these cardiac interventions. The company's focus on enhancing safety during atrial fibrillation treatments underscores its commitment to improving patient outcomes in the field of cardiology.

MediView

Seed Round in 2019
MediView, LLC is a medical device company based in Cleveland, Ohio, that specializes in developing augmented reality surgical navigation systems aimed at enhancing surgical processes for healthcare providers. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating advanced technologies for surgical navigation, particularly for the ablation and biopsy of cancerous tumors. MediView's flagship product, MediView, utilizes real-time, fused-holographic visualization to enable surgeons to navigate procedures with greater accuracy and efficacy. This innovative approach allows for enhanced examination of patients through augmented reality 3D visualization, facilitating improved surgical outcomes and supporting remote collaboration among healthcare professionals.

AgVend

Seed Round in 2019
AgVend Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that offers an online platform designed to facilitate transactions between farmers and agricultural retailers for crop protection inputs and other services. This digital commerce platform enables farmers to search for and purchase agricultural products directly from retailers at their convenience. AgVend’s solution includes a sales hub and customer portal that centralizes and organizes various information, allowing users to access real-time data related to agronomy, grain, and energy. This functionality supports retailers in marketing their offerings and managing the customer experience effectively, while also providing farmers the tools they need to make informed purchasing decisions.

GuardKnox

Series A in 2019
GuardKnox is an automotive technology company that specializes in developing high-performance, secure, and customizable solutions for software-defined vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Israel, with additional offices in Munich, Germany, and Detroit, Michigan, GuardKnox focuses on providing scalable technologies that enhance vehicle connectivity. The company's platform enables consumers to personalize their vehicle's performance and in-vehicle experience through its advanced firmware and software components, which are designed for high-speed and low-latency operation. By prioritizing secure-by-design practices, GuardKnox aims to assist clients in efficiently bringing innovative applications and services to market, ultimately improving the overall mobility experience.

Autobon AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Autobon Holdings, Inc. develops vehicle assistance software aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness for truckers and fleet owners. The company offers technologies such as Autobon Visor and CargoCam, which facilitate the tracking and monitoring of cargo and trucks. Additionally, Autobon focuses on upgrading existing semi-trucks into safer and more automated vehicles through a low-cost autopilot platform that incorporates self-driving and advanced logistics features. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Autobon's systems provide intelligent tracking assistance and integrate vehicle telematics with custom transportation management systems, enabling fleet owners to improve efficiency, reduce accidents, and lower fuel consumption. Established in 2016 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Autobon was formerly known as Autobon AI, Inc. before rebranding in December 2017.

MedPilot

Convertible Note in 2019
MedPilot Inc. is a Cleveland-based company that offers an AI-driven patient relationship management platform, established in 2014. The company specializes in addressing administrative and billing challenges within the healthcare sector. MedPilot provides a payment platform that simplifies the verification process for patients, clearly explaining their financial obligations. Additionally, it enhances the patient experience through post-payment surveys that gather valuable feedback for healthcare providers. The platform includes a network of patient navigators who assist in managing medical payments, offering billing discounts and customizable payment plans. By focusing on advocacy services, MedPilot aims to resolve payment issues and optimize the overall patient experience in the healthcare community.

Apruve

Series A in 2019
Apruve, Inc. is a payment platform specializing in business-to-business eCommerce, enabling merchants to streamline the purchasing process through automated credit programs. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the company facilitates payment transactions by allowing buyers to utilize purchase orders and providing purchasing approval services. Apruve eliminates the need for suppliers to manage accounts receivable by extending payment terms to business buyers, ensuring that suppliers receive payment within 24 hours. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing ERP or eCommerce systems, accommodating both online and offline orders. By offering a revolving line of credit to business customers, Apruve mitigates cash flow risks and back-office costs for suppliers across various industries, including manufacturing, energy, and electronics.

S4 Medical

Seed Round in 2018
S4 Medical Corp is a medical device company specializing in innovations for catheter ablation treatment of atrial fibrillation. Founded in 2017 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, S4 Medical has developed an eSolution device that aims to reduce complications to the esophagus during ablation procedures. This device provides an effective means for electrophysiologists to protect the esophagus and strategically determine when and where to deviate it, thereby minimizing the risk of thermal injury associated with these cardiac interventions. The company's focus on enhancing safety during atrial fibrillation treatments underscores its commitment to improving patient outcomes in the field of cardiology.

Deepen

Convertible Note in 2018
Deepen AI, Inc. is an autonomous development tooling company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in deep learning and computer vision solutions to enhance the data labeling process for camera, LiDAR, and radar systems. Founded in 2017, Deepen AI focuses on providing customizable tools and services to various clients, including autonomous AI vendors, original equipment manufacturers, tier-one suppliers, sensor providers, and HD mapping companies. The company aims to improve the development of autonomous systems by addressing data lifecycle challenges and enhancing safety through initiatives like Safety Pool, which fosters collaborative practices in sharing driving scenarios and safety data. Additionally, Deepen AI is involved in standardization activities within the industry, contributing to initiatives such as OpenLABEL and OpenSCENARIO 2.0. With satellite offices in multiple global locations, Deepen AI is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence for autonomous technologies.

Matic

Series A in 2017
Matic Insurance Services, Inc. is a digital insurance agency that revolutionizes the insurtech industry by integrating insurance solutions within the home and auto ownership experience. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with additional offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Lviv, Ukraine, Matic operates a digital insurance marketplace featuring over 40 A-rated home and auto carriers. The company's platform facilitates a seamless mortgage process by integrating directly with lenders and insurance providers, allowing homeowners to analyze property data and easily compare insurance quotes. Matic is dedicated to advocating for policyholders, offering a transparent comparison shopping experience that saves customers significant time and reduces premiums by over 30% annually.

Limelight Health

Series B in 2017
Limelight Health, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform designed for the employee benefits industry, focusing on quoting, underwriting, and proposal generation. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Redding and Des Moines, Limelight Health offers a comprehensive suite of services that streamline and automate various processes for health insurance carriers, general agents, and brokers. The platform enhances user experience by simplifying workflows, enabling seamless integration with other industry systems, and facilitating new business acquisition. Its features include quoting, rating, proposal generation, renewals, and automated processing for various functions, all aimed at modernizing the sales and underwriting processes within the insurance sector. As of 2020, Limelight Health operates as a subsidiary of FINEOS Corporation Holdings plc.

Rex Animal Health

Seed Round in 2017
Rex Animal Health, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, specializes in cloud-based health data and analytics solutions for the animal health industry. The company serves pharmaceutical companies, livestock producers, governments, research organizations, and healthcare providers by aggregating and analyzing veterinary medicine and husbandry data from diverse sources. Rex Animal Health's mission is to transform animal health through data-driven insights, enabling more effective disease prediction, prevention, and management.

Riviter

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Riviter, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in visual search technology. The company's innovative image recognition tool utilizes artificial intelligence to identify products within images and match them with items in a retailer's inventory. By analyzing social images, Riviter provides brands with predictive insights, enabling them to effectively connect with consumers at critical moments in the shopping experience. This technology helps retailers reduce lost sales due to stockouts and irrelevant product suggestions, ultimately enhancing revenue by delivering tailored product recommendations that align with customer needs.

Blinkfire Analytics

Seed Round in 2014
Blinkfire Analytics, Inc., established in 2011, is a Chicago-based company with a presence in Valencia, Spain. It specializes in providing a social media analytics platform for professional sports franchises and brands. The company's core product, Blinkfire Analytics, employs artificial intelligence and computer vision to measure media value and impact, enabling rights holders, players, agents, and brands to enhance fan engagement and sponsorship effectiveness. This platform offers inventory valuation, visual analytics, and engagement analytics, as well as the ability to claim team, player, or brand profiles. It sits at the intersection of teams, players, brands, and fans, providing intelligence on social media publishing and sponsorship sales.

Prevedere

Venture Round in 2014
Prevedere is a predictive analytics company based in Columbus, Ohio, with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in developing business performance forecasting software that helps leaders make informed decisions by providing real-time insights into future business performance. Prevedere's platform tracks and manages economic, environmental, and consumer behavior data to identify leading indicators for company revenues, profits, and individual products. The company offers a range of solutions, including predictive marketing analytics, financial forecasting intelligence, demand planning, and sales planning. Additionally, Prevedere provides industry outlook reports, Chinese consumer behavior data, and predictive insights, along with economic consulting, data science, and training services.

Scout Security

Seed Round in 2014
Scout Security Limited is an Australian company that specializes in home security systems and services primarily in the United States. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of products that include a central hub, door panels, motion sensors, and access sensors, which monitor the status of doors, windows, and other entry points. Additionally, Scout provides indoor cameras, video doorbells, keypads, water sensors, smoke alarms, and door locks, along with various accessories such as yard signs and remote controls. The security system is designed for easy self-installation and allows users to monitor their homes from smartphones, tablets, or computers, offering customizable alert responses for user convenience. Scout sells its products directly through its website and through partners like Amazon, focusing on delivering peace of mind to its customers both at home and away.

Prevedere

Seed Round in 2012
Prevedere is a predictive analytics company based in Columbus, Ohio, with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in developing business performance forecasting software that helps leaders make informed decisions by providing real-time insights into future business performance. Prevedere's platform tracks and manages economic, environmental, and consumer behavior data to identify leading indicators for company revenues, profits, and individual products. The company offers a range of solutions, including predictive marketing analytics, financial forecasting intelligence, demand planning, and sales planning. Additionally, Prevedere provides industry outlook reports, Chinese consumer behavior data, and predictive insights, along with economic consulting, data science, and training services.
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