Portland Seed Fund

Portland Seed Fund is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2011, located in Lake Oswego, Oregon. The firm focuses on pre-seed and seed-stage companies primarily in the Pacific Northwest, with a significant number of investments in Oregon. It typically invests between $50,000 and $100,000 in a diverse range of sectors, including B2B software, cleantech, health tech, e-commerce, and more. Over the years, Portland Seed Fund has made more than 90 investments, contributing a total of $8 million, which has helped companies raise over $370 million from other sources. The firm places a strong emphasis on diversity, with over half of its portfolio companies featuring a female or person of color on the founding team, and more than a third having a female CEO. By nurturing promising entrepreneurs with capital, mentorship, and networking opportunities, Portland Seed Fund aims to foster robust economic growth in the region.

Jim Huston

Co-Managing Director

Angela Jackson

Co-Managing Director

Jenn Lynch

Co-Managing Director

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OpConnect

Venture Round in 2024
OpConnect, LLC is a technology company based in Portland, Oregon, that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging systems. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the electrification of transportation. OpConnect offers a comprehensive electric vehicle charging solution that includes charging stations, a wireless communications network, and a cloud-based software platform for payment processing, energy management, and maintenance. The company operates charging stations under contract with station owners and licenses its software platform, which includes mobile applications, to fueling solution providers globally. This enables partners to establish their own charging networks while ensuring efficient energy delivery and maximizing revenue from their charging infrastructure. As a subsidiary of OP Technologies, Inc., OpConnect is committed to advancing sustainable transportation solutions.

Backpack Healthcare

Series A in 2024
Backpack Healthcare is a digital pediatric mental health company that focuses on improving behavioral and mental health in children. It has developed an online mental healthcare platform that provides on-demand cognitive talk therapy and medication management services. The platform connects children and their families with licensed and experienced counselors who can diagnose mental health issues and prescribe medication when necessary. This approach enables timely and accessible care for children, addressing their unique mental health needs effectively.

PUG ai

Pre Seed Round in 2024
A career management software with AI tools and digital human coaches to help individuals upskill and land career opportunities.

Trace

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Trace is the Canva for AR. The simplest way ever to make AR recordings and experiences for brands, retail, training and more. Partners include teams at Qualcomm, Deutsche Telekom, Lenovo, Telefonica and other fortune 500 companies. Contact us to work together or learn more. Info@Trace3d.app

digs

Seed Round in 2024
Digs is a web-based collaboration platform designed to streamline the construction process for builders. Utilizing artificial intelligence, it allows users to store and manage essential documents, facilitating collaboration on home building projects. The platform emphasizes a human-centric design, enabling builders to share final fixtures, selections, and house plans with realtors and homeowners. One of its key features is the automatic generation of digital homeowner handoffs, which provides a comprehensive digital understanding of the home, making information both usable and shareable. This approach not only enhances efficiency in building projects but also ensures that homeowners have access to a complete overview of their new property.

InVivo Biosystems

Venture Round in 2024
InVivo Biosystems specializes in utilizing non-mammalian model organisms for biological and biomedical research. The company has developed a proprietary transgenic platform that allows for the genetic modification of simple microscopic animals, such as C. elegans and zebrafish, to serve as human proxies in disease research and drug discovery. This innovative approach provides researchers with valuable insights into genetic mutations and human health. By offering custom genome-edited models, InVivo Biosystems supports pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology companies, as well as academic institutions, in accelerating their research and drug development initiatives. The company aims to make research more affordable and accessible, ultimately contributing to the exploration of treatments for significant health challenges, including Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and cancer.

ToolBelt

Venture Round in 2023
ToolBelt Inc. is a mobile application developer based in Vancouver, Washington, focused on the residential construction industry. Established in 2018, ToolBelt connects builders and remodelers with subcontractors and skilled tradespeople. Its platform allows users to scout talent, browse work materials, and communicate effectively with project crews. The application includes features that facilitate the automatic translation of project messages to Spanish, enabling broader communication. Additionally, it enables users to filter and hire project-ready talent, view completed projects by contractors, and share essential digital documents such as bids and proposals. By streamlining the hiring process and enhancing connectivity within the construction sector, ToolBelt aims to improve efficiency and productivity for its users.

digs

Seed Round in 2023
Digs is a web-based collaboration platform designed to streamline the construction process for builders. Utilizing artificial intelligence, it allows users to store and manage essential documents, facilitating collaboration on home building projects. The platform emphasizes a human-centric design, enabling builders to share final fixtures, selections, and house plans with realtors and homeowners. One of its key features is the automatic generation of digital homeowner handoffs, which provides a comprehensive digital understanding of the home, making information both usable and shareable. This approach not only enhances efficiency in building projects but also ensures that homeowners have access to a complete overview of their new property.

Backpack Healthcare

Seed Round in 2022
Backpack Healthcare is a digital pediatric mental health company that focuses on improving behavioral and mental health in children. It has developed an online mental healthcare platform that provides on-demand cognitive talk therapy and medication management services. The platform connects children and their families with licensed and experienced counselors who can diagnose mental health issues and prescribe medication when necessary. This approach enables timely and accessible care for children, addressing their unique mental health needs effectively.

TrovaTrip

Series A in 2022
TrovaTrip is a travel management platform designed for creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses to monetize their audiences through group travel experiences. The platform enables hosts to plan and sell trips worldwide, simplifying the process of bookings, payments, and pre-trip communication. Additionally, TrovaTrip allows users to offer paid or donation-based livestreams and sell digital products such as ebooks and recorded workshops. This comprehensive approach helps hosts establish their own group travel businesses while providing travelers with affordable and well-organized trip options.

mpathic.ai

Seed Round in 2022
mpathic.ai offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform aimed at enhancing communication skills through artificial intelligence. The platform features real-time text corrections and modular empathy training games, which assist users in improving their ability to communicate effectively. By leveraging AI-powered analytics, mpathic.ai helps individuals and organizations develop greater understanding, compassion, and insight, ultimately fostering better interpersonal interactions.

Photon Marine

Seed Round in 2022
Photon Marine, founded in 2021 and based in Portland, Oregon, focuses on promoting the adoption of electric marine propulsion technology to protect waterways and oceans. The company develops electric outboard motor systems and a fleet management platform tailored for commercial boat fleets in sectors such as tourism, transportation, and mariculture. Its offerings include two horsepower profiles, complemented by software that delivers energy management advice, predictive maintenance, and smart routing. This technology aims to help customers lower operational costs, minimize maintenance needs, and eliminate the use of gas and oil, contributing to a more sustainable marine environment.

Enduring Planet

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Enduring Planet is a not-for-profit venture capital firm founded in 2021 and based in Portland, Oregon. The organization provides advances against climate grants and contracts from various U.S. state and federal agencies, focusing on supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy. Enduring Planet offers fast and flexible capital to climate entrepreneurs, investing in companies that contribute to the New Climate Economy. The firm backs impactful teams engaged in climate mitigation, removal, adaptation, and resilience efforts. Additionally, Enduring Planet prioritizes investments in underrepresented founders, diverse teams, and startups that serve marginalized communities, aiming to foster inclusivity within the climate tech sector.

Overwatch Imaging

Series A in 2022
Overwatch Imaging, LLC is a company based in Hood River, Oregon, that specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced imaging systems equipped with custom onboard AI software for piloted and unmanned aircraft. Founded in 2016 by experts in unmanned aerial systems and airborne imaging, the company focuses on automating the search for small objects in large geographical areas. Its precision imaging systems are utilized for various applications, including automated land surveillance, maritime patrol, and linear infrastructure inspection. By leveraging computer vision and artificial intelligence, Overwatch Imaging's technology enables organizations to efficiently collect and analyze vast amounts of geospatial data in real-time, enhancing operational responses for life-saving agencies and other stakeholders.

Tonsil Tech

Seed Round in 2021
Tonsil Tech is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce company focused on developing innovative products for the removal of tonsil stones. Founded by a team of bioengineers who experienced the frustration of dealing with tonsil stones, the company has engineered a handheld device designed to remove these stones painlessly and effectively. The device features a teardrop tip tool made from medical-grade materials, allowing it to fit comfortably in tonsil pits while being gentle on soft tissue. Additionally, the product includes a washable travel pouch for clean storage and a suction cup light to facilitate hands-free visibility during use. Tonsil Tech aims to provide safe and effective solutions for the millions of individuals affected by tonsil stones.

StormSensor

Series A in 2021
StormSensor, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in stormwater management solutions aimed at tracking and preventing flooding, sewage overflows, and other stormwater issues. Founded in 2015, it develops Scute sensors that provide real-time monitoring of stormwater systems. Additionally, StormSensor offers Terrapin, a cloud-based software platform that allows users to visualize data on maps and time-series, correlate it with real-time weather information, and receive alerts for significant flow events. This system automates workflow for inspections, data monitoring, and regulatory reporting, thereby helping clients streamline compliance processes in a complex regulatory environment. By providing critical insights into urban flooding, illicit discharges, and the impacts of climate change, StormSensor enables its clients to respond effectively to climate-driven risks and make informed decisions regarding infrastructure maintenance and improvements.

mpathic.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2021
mpathic.ai offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform aimed at enhancing communication skills through artificial intelligence. The platform features real-time text corrections and modular empathy training games, which assist users in improving their ability to communicate effectively. By leveraging AI-powered analytics, mpathic.ai helps individuals and organizations develop greater understanding, compassion, and insight, ultimately fostering better interpersonal interactions.

Radious

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Radious is an online marketplace that provides companies with on-demand meeting spaces and private offices in residential neighborhoods. Founded in 2020 and based in Portland, Oregon, Radious transforms houses, apartments, and other residential properties into collaborative workspaces that can be booked by the day. The platform offers a variety of unique workspaces tailored for different needs, such as team off-sites, presentations, and focused individual work. By locating these spaces throughout the community, Radious ensures that users can find suitable environments within walking distance of their homes, enhancing convenience and productivity while also creating additional revenue streams for homeowners.

Minnow

Seed Round in 2021
Minnow is a free streaming service consolidation service combining the libraries of all popular streaming platforms like Netflix and HBO Max into a single interface. We raised seven-figures from venture capitalists including Steve Streit (Green Dot) and Doug Barry (Tivo, Pandora). Shipped apps across leading CTV, mobile, tablet and web. Grew user base to over 250,000+ downloads and 70,000+ MAUs breaking into the Top 200 list on Apple's App Store. Built one of the fastest growing film accounts on Instagram @minnowofficial with over 600,000+ followers including celebrities Michael B. Jordan and Jonah Hill. We collected, cleaned and categorized millions of data points everyday including content, viewership and subscription metrics. Grew a profitable B2B sales division selling alternative entertainment data to leading hedge funds around the world. In December 2022, we were acquired by Avant Garde, a Chicago-based PE firm specializing in financial technology companies. Press: Fast Company, Mashable, Yahoo, et al.

The Wild

Venture Round in 2021
The Wild is a cloud-connected extended reality (XR) platform tailored for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. It facilitates the presentation, collaboration, and review of projects in immersive and interactive environments, allowing users to engage in real-time experiences from any location. The platform enhances productivity by merging immersive technology with effective communication of spatial concepts, enabling teams to conduct design reviews together in a virtual space. This approach fosters improved decision-making among clients and stakeholders, ultimately streamlining the project development process.

Minnow

Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2017, Minnow specializes in contact-free Pickup Pods that enhance food security and safety during delivery and pickup. These versatile pods can be deployed anywhere food is handled and are designed to meet the needs of both foodservice operators and commercial property managers. The Minnow Pickup Pod platform integrates seamlessly with existing point-of-sale systems and online ordering services, making it adaptable for various settings. Developed through extensive prototyping and field testing, Minnow's innovative solution aims to provide a safer and more convenient food pickup experience for customers, ensuring hygiene and security in food transactions.

HILOS

Pre Seed Round in 2021
HILOS is an innovative footwear manufacturer based in Portland, Oregon, established in 2019. The company focuses on creating sustainable, recyclable footwear by combining 3D printing with algorithmic design and hand craftsmanship. HILOS aims to transform fashion retail through a local, on-demand, zero-waste supply chain, eliminating inventory and end-of-life waste. Its approach utilizes reusable materials and emphasizes resource conservation, including water savings. By engineering footwear that can be recycled at the end of its life, HILOS seeks to combat overproduction and environmental waste while providing customers with eco-friendly and comfortable options.

The Renewal Workshop

Series A in 2021
The Renewal Workshop Inc. is a company based in Cascade Locks, Oregon, that focuses on manufacturing renewed apparel and upcycled materials from discarded textiles. Founded in 2014, it partners with leading brands and retailers to transform unsellable returns and excess inventory into viable products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including jackets, hoodies, dresses, and swimwear, as well as luggage and gift cards. By integrating renewal services for apparel and home goods, The Renewal Workshop aims to minimize waste and promote sustainable practices within the fashion industry. Its operations not only generate revenue for clothing brands through resale but also contribute to reducing environmental impacts associated with textile waste. The products are available through both physical stores and online platforms.

Edify

Venture Round in 2020
Edify is a software tool that helps engineering managers quickly design and deploy technical onboarding plans for their new hires.

ZeroWall

Seed Round in 2020
ZeroWall is an AI-driven company specializing in cybersecurity services that help organizations understand and manage their security risks. By providing actionable insights and ongoing assessments, ZeroWall equips businesses with the necessary tools to identify current vulnerabilities and determine appropriate next steps. The company offers intuitive solutions that allow business leaders to benchmark their security posture against peers and connect with additional resources to mitigate risks. Through its comprehensive approach, ZeroWall enables clients to navigate the complex security landscape with confidence.

Owl Insights

Venture Round in 2020
Owl Insights, Inc., is the provider of precision-guided behavioral care management technology for behavioral health. Through its advanced platform, affectionately termed “The Owl,” the company offers a scalable strategy to integrate measurement-based care and clinical analytics into existing behavioral health treatment workflows covering all major behavioral health conditions. Owl Insights supports health systems and independent behavioral health organizations nationwide to expand access, improve quality care delivery, better manage costs, and support the preparation for value-based care.

Minnow

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, Minnow specializes in contact-free Pickup Pods that enhance food security and safety during delivery and pickup. These versatile pods can be deployed anywhere food is handled and are designed to meet the needs of both foodservice operators and commercial property managers. The Minnow Pickup Pod platform integrates seamlessly with existing point-of-sale systems and online ordering services, making it adaptable for various settings. Developed through extensive prototyping and field testing, Minnow's innovative solution aims to provide a safer and more convenient food pickup experience for customers, ensuring hygiene and security in food transactions.

Icon

Seed Round in 2020
Icon is a retirement technology company pioneering Portable Retirement Plans (PRPs) and infrastructure solutions for the retirement industry. Icon’s advanced software eliminates the cost, complexity, and compliance burdens of legacy 401(k) systems, making high-quality retirement savings accessible to businesses of all sizes. With seamless automation and true portability, the PRP by Icon ensures workers keep their investments intact throughout their careers—without rollovers, disruptions, or employer dependency. By modernizing workplace savings, Icon is reshaping the future of retirement.

Tripgrid

Series A in 2020
Tripgrid Inc. is a company that specializes in automated solutions for organizing team travel. Founded in 2016 and based in Portland, Oregon, Tripgrid offers a platform that allows users to create and manage travel documents, collaborate with planners, and build team itineraries. The platform supports the maintenance of traveler profiles, reservations, and trip documents, which can be easily shared and updated through mobile applications. By streamlining the coordination of complex group and project travel, Tripgrid enables teams to save time and gain better control over their travel arrangements. The service is designed for teams of various sizes, facilitating an organized approach to managing business travel in a single interface.

Steamchain

Seed Round in 2020
Steamchain Corp (steamchaincorp.com) is a Fin-Tech company that simplifies global B2B payments in the multi-trillion dollar shipping and logistics industries. Our patent pending solution dramatically reduces the high cost of currency conversion and currency fluctuation risk in a low margin industry. Our secure platform allows clients to create smart contracts (e.g. transactions) with a programable payment method in the country currency of their choice. Our technology road map calls for AI to help enhance our customer experience as well as reduce cost. We have onboarded multiple billion dollar clients and are actively ramping our revenue

HerdDogg

Seed Round in 2020
HerdDogg is a global herd health and data science platform. It is a two-part system that helps ranchers track health and proximity data from their herd. The company's device gathers the data captured by the ear tags and reports it directly to the rancher via an app or web database.

Sseko Designs

Seed Round in 2020
Sseko Designs, L.L.C is an ethical fashion brand based in Portland, Oregon, that focuses on designing, manufacturing, and selling women’s leather sandals, handbags, and accessories. The company offers a variety of products, including sandals with interchangeable straps, various styles of handbags such as totes and clutches, and a range of accessories like scarves and wallets. Sseko Designs is committed to empowering women in Uganda by providing them with dignified employment opportunities, enabling them to earn income that supports their college education. Since its founding in 2011, the company has employed 50 women and has helped 100 women continue their education, reinforcing its belief that every woman deserves the chance to pursue her dreams. Sseko Designs sells its products through retailers in the United States and internationally, as well as through its online store, making unique and ethically produced fashion accessible to a global audience.

Gear Up Sports

Seed Round in 2020
Gear Up Sports is founded on the idea that managing youth sports organizations, particularly uniforms and apparel, didn't need to be so difficult or expensive. Their founders are parents, coaches and youth non-profit board members. Everything theydo at Gear Up Sports is designed to ease the burden on youth non-profit boards in dealing with uniforms and apparel.

Red Duck Foods

Seed Round in 2020
Red Duck Foods, Inc., based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in producing and selling a variety of organic condiments, particularly ketchup. Founded in 2012, the company offers a selection of unique ketchup flavors, including classic, spicy, curry, and pumpkin spice, as well as a range of barbecue sauces, taco sauces, and an organic cocktail sauce. Red Duck Foods emphasizes artisan craftsmanship and uses simple, natural recipes to create its products, which are marketed through retail stores across several states and available for purchase online. As of August 2020, Red Duck Foods operates as a subsidiary of Beaverton Foods, Inc., further expanding its reach in the condiment market.

OROS

Seed Round in 2020
OROS is a material technology company that specializes in designing and developing advanced insulative outerwear. Utilizing its patented Aerogel-based Solarcore technology, which was originally derived from NASA's insulation for space suits and Mars Rovers, OROS has created a unique solution that allows for thinner, warmer, and more flexible outerwear. By infusing Aerogel into their products, the company enhances thermal performance, making outdoor apparel more efficient and comfortable. Through its innovative approach, OROS is redefining the outerwear market by making advanced thermal solutions accessible to consumers.

Plover

Seed Round in 2020
Plover, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company founded in 2017 that designs and manufactures innovative car wash machines. The company aims to transform the car wash industry by utilizing advanced computer vision and robotics technology to create a next-generation automated car wash system. Plover's machines employ steam and water to effectively clean vehicles, focusing on efficiency and sustainability. As a venture-backed startup, Plover is positioned to lead advancements in automotive cleaning solutions.

Madorra

Seed Round in 2020
Madorra Inc. manufactures medical devices aimed at treating vaginal dryness, specifically for post-menopausal women and breast cancer survivors. Founded in 2014 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company seeks to empower women by providing a non-hormonal treatment alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. Madorra's innovative device addresses vaginal atrophy and aims to restore vaginal health, offering women greater choice in their treatment options. Through its focus on this underserved issue, Madorra is changing the landscape of women's health care.

Bumped

Seed Round in 2020
Bumped, Inc. is a technology company based in Portland, Oregon, that provides a platform enabling publicly traded consumer brands to reward their customers with fractional shares of stock as loyalty rewards. Founded in 2017, Bumped's application allows consumers to convert their everyday spending into stock ownership, thus facilitating a direct relationship between brands and their customers. By partnering with various brands, Bumped offers consumers the opportunity to receive free stock or exchange-traded funds (ETFs) based on their purchases. This innovative approach not only enhances customer loyalty but also democratizes access to the stock market, allowing everyday individuals to become shareholders in the brands they support. Bumped is dedicated to creating mutually beneficial relationships between consumers and businesses, fostering a sense of ownership and engagement.

Hemex Health

Seed Round in 2020
Hemex Health, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing medical diagnostic devices aimed at populations at risk for malaria and sickle cell disease (SCD). Founded in 2016 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company offers innovative products such as the Magneto-Optical Device (MOD), which detects all strains of malaria in under a minute, and the HemeChip, designed to identify hemoglobin disorders. Additionally, Hemex Health provides the SMART platform, facilitating early diagnosis of SCD and malaria through point-of-care testing and mobile device registries within healthcare settings. These portable diagnostic devices enable physicians, small laboratories, and field healthcare workers to deliver timely and affordable medical diagnostics, significantly improving patient care in remote areas.

FleetNurse

Seed Round in 2020
FleetNurse provides a healthcare staffing solution that connects qualified healthcare professionals to local healthcare facilities. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Eugene, Oregon, United States.

Hydrolix

Seed Round in 2020
Hydrolix is a data lake platform focused on enhancing the cost efficiency of log data management for organizations dealing with large volumes of information. The company offers a robust solution that addresses challenges in data storage, real-time analytics, and scalability. By utilizing elastic cloud technology, Hydrolix enables high-performance query capabilities for high-volume, high-cardinality data stored in affordable cloud environments. Their platform features high-density compression, scale-to-zero controls, and zero-egress on-prem deployment, significantly lowering costs associated with ingesting, querying, and storing append-only data. This allows clients to execute sub-second interactive queries while maintaining consistent performance, even as data demands grow.

Aunt Fannie’s

Seed Round in 2020
Aunt Fannie’s manufactures whole ingredient, food-based cleaning, and pest solutions for use in indoor environments. The company's non-toxic and food-grade cleaning products are based on natural fruits that get rid of the bad microbes and nurture the good ones, enabling customers to keep their houses clean and free of pests without risk of chemical exposure and contamination in a healthy, environment-friendly and easy manner. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

Goodwell

Seed Round in 2020
Goodwell Inc. specializes in the manufacture of oral hygiene products, including biodegradable toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, and various dental care accessories. Founded in 2014 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company aims to promote sustainability in the personal care industry through its innovative and eco-friendly product offerings. Goodwell also provides a user-friendly online platform for customers to purchase its products, reflecting its commitment to accessibility and environmental responsibility.

The Renewal Workshop

Series A in 2019
The Renewal Workshop Inc. is a company based in Cascade Locks, Oregon, that focuses on manufacturing renewed apparel and upcycled materials from discarded textiles. Founded in 2014, it partners with leading brands and retailers to transform unsellable returns and excess inventory into viable products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including jackets, hoodies, dresses, and swimwear, as well as luggage and gift cards. By integrating renewal services for apparel and home goods, The Renewal Workshop aims to minimize waste and promote sustainable practices within the fashion industry. Its operations not only generate revenue for clothing brands through resale but also contribute to reducing environmental impacts associated with textile waste. The products are available through both physical stores and online platforms.

tribute

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Finding a mentor in today’s fast-paced work environment can be tough. Tribute aims to redefine mentorship. Delivering an easy to use app for the enterprise that connects your workforce on-demand through shared life experiences and stories. Promoting a more authentic way to discover and connect with mentors, while using technology to simplify the process of delivering corporate mentoring programs. Tribute provides employers access to the insights they need to demonstrate results, while providing an innovative mentorship experience to serve today’s diverse workforce.

Megh Computing

Seed Round in 2018
Megh Computing, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in real-time analytics and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017 and based in Hillsboro, Oregon, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, the company offers a platform designed to accelerate applications that process streaming data using machine learning and deep learning algorithms. This platform is particularly beneficial for video analytics, addressing key use cases in the retail supply chain. Additionally, Megh Computing provides a collection of codes for field-programmable gate arrays, allowing developers to integrate these solutions into their applications for enhanced data processing in both data centers and cloud environments. The company's offerings enable effective operational efficiencies, reduce risks, and unlock valuable insights while minimizing costs through cross-platform support.

Wild Friends

Seed Round in 2018
Wild Friends Foods, Inc. is a food company based in Portland, Oregon, specializing in the production and sale of non-GMO nut and seed butters, as well as nut butter-based breakfast items, including their innovative Nut Butter Oats. Founded in 2011 and originally known as Wild Friends Foods, LLC, the company rebranded in 2017 to reflect its commitment to clean label products. Wild Friends focuses on creating nutritious and flavorful food options while prioritizing sustainability and ethical practices. Their products are available through grocery stores across the United States and through online sales, including apparel. The brand aims to enhance favorite foods with better nutrition and taste, appealing to health-conscious consumers.

Snap2Insight

Venture Round in 2018
Snap2Insight Inc. specializes in retail execution analytics, offering insights to consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, retailers, and merchandisers. Established in 2016 and located in Portland, Oregon, the company employs artificial intelligence to enhance retail execution by automating shelf inspections and analyzing product displays. Its platform identifies new product SKUs and promotions across various categories, providing metrics that help optimize shelf space and merchandising strategies. In one notable project, Snap2Insight collaborated with a leading health and personal care brand to assess the effectiveness of a promotional campaign nationwide. By leveraging a crowdsourcing partnership, they collected photographic evidence of retail displays and utilized their proprietary Deep Learning technology to evaluate execution quality. This analysis enabled their client to pinpoint underperforming stores and enhance execution strategies, ultimately achieving significant sales improvements.

Zembula

Venture Round in 2018
Zembula, provides a solution to the monotony, and it works. Backed by psychological laws and loads of data, our platform gives you the power to generate content that delivers more engagement and conversions in all your channels.

Streem

Seed Round in 2018
Streem is an award winning technology company that enhances real-time communication and collaboration by creating an intelligent camera. The platform delivers a combination of augmented reality (AR), computer vision, and machine learning. It equips the expert with the capability to remotely capture crucial information by using proprietary spatial mapping, OCR, and object & pose estimation technology.

The Riveter

Funding Round in 2018
The Riveter, Inc. is a co-working space and community platform based in Seattle, Washington, designed specifically for women and their allies. Founded in 2016, The Riveter offers a range of services including individual office spaces, dedicated desks, and private offices, as well as amenities such as fitness studios and meditation rooms. The company emphasizes the importance of skill development through daily programming, which covers topics from podcasting to investment pitching. Additionally, The Riveter provides event spaces for hosting workshops, classes, and community gatherings, alongside facilities for pop-up retail, allowing members to showcase and sell their original goods. By combining professional workspace with wellness offerings, The Riveter aims to empower women entrepreneurs and foster a supportive community.

Nursegrid

Venture Round in 2018
NurseGrid, founded by nurses and technology entrepreneurs, develops integrated staffing and communication tools specifically designed for nursing departments. The company offers two primary products: NurseGrid Mobile and NurseGrid Manager. NurseGrid Mobile enables nurses and healthcare workers to effectively manage their complex schedules, connect with colleagues, and enhance their work-life balance, with over 300,000 downloads and a 5-star average rating on the App Store. NurseGrid Manager streamlines team communication, staffing, and schedule management for nursing departments, ultimately increasing staff satisfaction and productivity. This tool complements existing scheduling systems, such as Kronos and McKesson, by bridging gaps between schedule creation and timekeeping. By focusing on simplifying staffing processes, NurseGrid aims to improve employee retention and job satisfaction within healthcare facilities.

Bigleaf Networks

Series B in 2018
Bigleaf is a cloud-based internet redundancy and optimization service that provides improved reliability, performance, and support, for businesses that rely on the internet. This enables increased protection from business disruption, delivers the full potential of cloud and remote applications, and creates peace of mind for stakeholders. With previously unavailable features such as seamless failover for all applications, circuit-aware load balancing, and true Quality-of-Service over commodity internet, Bigleaf is the evolution of internet connectivity.

Drone Complier

Convertible Note in 2017
Drone Complier specializes in drone compliance management software, providing an integrated solution for managing various aspects of drone operations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon, the company offers features such as airspace mapping, job and flight planning, risk management, invoicing, fleet management, safety management, and logbooks. Its software facilitates the planning and assignment of drone flights globally while ensuring compliance with civil aviation regulations in different countries. The Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority selected Drone Complier's application, which helps pilots understand where it is safe and legal to fly. The solution promotes collaboration among administrators, risk management professionals, and operators by centralizing access to crucial operational information. Additionally, Drone Complier's software has been recognized by academic institutions, including Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, for its effectiveness in managing drone programs. With a focus on user-friendly design, it aims to enhance safety and compliance for drone operators of all experience levels.

LeadMethod

Funding Round in 2017
LeadMethod is a software company specializing in channel partner engagement and sales enablement, aimed at enhancing revenue and loyalty among channel partners. Established in 2014 and based in Bend, Oregon, LeadMethod collaborates with over 23,000 suppliers, representatives, and distributors to optimize their business alignment for growth. The company’s software improves distributor engagement by maximizing sales opportunities and providing tools for visualizing revenue projections and sales performance. It enables automation of lead capture and distribution, facilitates real-time feedback from channel partners, and supports data-driven decision-making to boost sales. LeadMethod can function as a standalone system or integrate with more than 65 CRM, marketing automation, or ERP systems, offering a comprehensive solution for its clients. Users typically experience a revenue increase of 10-20% along with enhanced communication and collaboration with their channel partners.

Sightbox

Convertible Note in 2017
Sightbox is a vision service for people who wear contact lenses. Each membership includes an eye exam, contact lens fitting, an annual supply of contacts, and a payment plan to spread out the customer's cost over the course of a year. The Sightbox team works from the Pittock Block in downtown Portland, Oregon. Formerly a power generator station for the city and print room for The Oregonian newspaper, it is now home to many of the area's leading tech companies. Our five distribution centers are located across the US. Sightbox is designed for people who need new contacts and don’t have a current prescription. We spread out the high upfront cost of vision care into simple monthly payments. When a new member joins Sightbox our first priority is to refer them to a local optometrist for a comprehensive exam. We schedule the appointment, pay the doctor, and provide the patient with an annual supply of contacts. Sightbox supports all major manufacturer disposable lenses including toric, multifocal, and color contact within our standard vision memberships. Sightbox is available in all 50 US states. An annual membership is $39 per month and includes your eye exam, contact lens fitting, and an annual supply of 2-Week or Monthly contacts. We also offer an upgrade option, with flexible pricing, for members who wish to wear 1-Day contacts.

Customer.io

Seed Round in 2017
Customer.io is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in marketing automation, providing businesses with tools to enhance user engagement through targeted communication. The platform enables users to send triggered emails, push notifications, and messages based on specific user behaviors, such as inactivity or unmet conditions. By utilizing on-site JavaScript code and a RESTful API, Customer.io collects data on user interactions and applies predefined rules to determine when to send communications. This targeted approach aims to encourage users to take desired actions, thereby fostering stronger relationships and driving growth in subscriptions and revenue. Additionally, Customer.io offers analytics to measure the effectiveness of these communications, allowing businesses to refine and optimize their marketing campaigns continuously.

InVivo Biosystems

Venture Round in 2017
InVivo Biosystems specializes in utilizing non-mammalian model organisms for biological and biomedical research. The company has developed a proprietary transgenic platform that allows for the genetic modification of simple microscopic animals, such as C. elegans and zebrafish, to serve as human proxies in disease research and drug discovery. This innovative approach provides researchers with valuable insights into genetic mutations and human health. By offering custom genome-edited models, InVivo Biosystems supports pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology companies, as well as academic institutions, in accelerating their research and drug development initiatives. The company aims to make research more affordable and accessible, ultimately contributing to the exploration of treatments for significant health challenges, including Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and cancer.

Complier Enterprise

Convertible Note in 2017
Complier Enterprise specializes in software, training, and professional services focused on the drone industry. The company offers drone software and data services designed to help operators manage compliance, reduce costs, and enhance safety. Its flagship product, drone compiler software, synchronizes real-time data across various platforms and mobile applications. This functionality allows drone operators to concentrate on their missions while ensuring adherence to compliance requirements, thereby promoting safer and more efficient drone operations.

Crowd Supply

Convertible Note in 2017
Crowd Supply, Inc. is a crowdfunding platform based in Portland, Oregon, that specializes in product development for physical goods. Established in 2012, the platform facilitates project campaigns that allow creators to raise funds, gather feedback, and connect with manufacturers and suppliers. It serves early-stage companies by providing a comprehensive suite of services, including marketing support, sales fulfillment, and logistics. After a campaign successfully funds, Crowd Supply also enables pre-orders and manages e-commerce sales for fully manufactured products. As of October 2018, Crowd Supply operates as a subsidiary of Mouser Electronics, Inc.

Lish

Convertible Note in 2016
Lish is an e-commerce company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It operates a B2B technology platform that connects offices with local chefs, restaurants, and food service providers to enhance workplace food programs. By specializing in corporate catering and office food delivery, Lish enables companies of all sizes to offer their employees a variety of meal options, including recurring catering services and one-time orders. The platform facilitates the discovery and ordering of healthy, home-cooked meals, ensuring that clients receive reliable and satisfying food solutions tailored to their needs.

Argent

Convertible Note in 2016
Argent is an online retailer of women's clothing and apparel.

Society Nine

Convertible Note in 2016
Society Nine is a combat sports brand established in 2013 that focuses on producing boxing gear, MMA gear, and fashion sportswear specifically for women. The company's product range includes gloves, scarves, jackets, hoodies, rash guards, and flat brim hats. Society Nine is dedicated to designing and engineering its products with the female fighter in mind, ensuring that women have access to sports gear tailored to their needs for practicing boxing and engaging in combat sports.

Complier Enterprise

Convertible Note in 2016
Complier Enterprise specializes in software, training, and professional services focused on the drone industry. The company offers drone software and data services designed to help operators manage compliance, reduce costs, and enhance safety. Its flagship product, drone compiler software, synchronizes real-time data across various platforms and mobile applications. This functionality allows drone operators to concentrate on their missions while ensuring adherence to compliance requirements, thereby promoting safer and more efficient drone operations.

Vadio

Convertible Note in 2016
Vadio turns listeners into viewers by evolving traditional audio streams into rich media viewing experiences for both established and emerging media companies. Vadio is partnered with numerous media companies both in the U.S. and internationally across 6 continents. Vadio’s existing investors include Wieden+Kennedy (PIE), Rogue Venture Partners, BAM Ventures, Mucker Capital, Valence Ventures, Founder’s Co-op, Amplify, and multiple industry executives who have led companies such as Time Warner, Vivendi Universal, YouTube / Google, Microsoft, William Morris Endeavor, MP3.com, EMI, and AEG Digital.

Simple Emotion

Seed Round in 2016
Simple Emotion, Inc. is a company that develops applications aimed at assisting individuals with developmental disabilities. Based in Portland, Oregon, and incorporated in 2012, the company specializes in mobile applications and games that leverage emotion recognition technology to identify feelings such as anger, fear, sadness, and happiness. Additionally, Simple Emotion holds patented technology that enhances the understanding of human voice, which is applicable in various sectors, including contact centers, robotics, personal assistants, and defense. The company's software employs emotion and speech analysis algorithms to improve communication between humans and technology, enabling businesses to analyze customer service interactions and identify potential issues, such as attrition risk and upsell opportunities, thereby enhancing overall customer experience.

Droplr

Convertible Note in 2016
Droplr is an online file-sharing application that provides simple photo and text sharing services. Users can customize their screens; embed links, movies, and more optimize retina shots, preview PDFs, annotate screenshots, integrate workflow, and more. Unlike other screen-sharing tools, Droplr is fast, seamless, and intuitive with high-speed file transfers and smooth captures all the way. Teams and professionals from companies like Nike and AirBnB use Droplr to save time and effort in their communications. Droplr was founded by Josh Bryant and Levi Nunnink in 2013 and is based in Bend, Oregon.

Amplion

Convertible Note in 2016
Amplion Inc. operates BiomarkerBase, a comprehensive database that focuses on clinical biomarkers and their molecular counterparts tested in clinical settings. This database aids users in navigating the clinical biomarker landscape and supports strategic decisions related to the commercial application of molecular biomarkers. The company offers a biomarker engine, an end-to-end workflow tool designed to manage both structured and unstructured data, which includes capabilities for data filtering, annotation, and learning from these annotations. Additionally, Amplion provides an alert service that notifies users via email when specific biomarker targets or diseases are associated with new tests, drug labels, or clinical trials. Founded in 2013 and located in Bend, Oregon, Amplion leverages machine learning to enhance insights within the biomedical sector and identify business opportunities in drug research and development.

Indow

Venture Round in 2016
Indow, based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in manufacturing interior window inserts that enhance energy efficiency and comfort in both residential and commercial buildings. These inserts effectively block drafts, reduce noise by up to 70%, and can lead to significant savings on heating and cooling costs. Unlike traditional window solutions, Indow's products are easy to install and remove, requiring no mounting brackets, making them a non-destructive option for improving underperforming windows. The company offers a range of insert grades tailored to various needs, including soundproofing and UV blocking. With nearly 1 billion single-pane windows in the U.S. alone, Indow targets homes built before 1950 and has identified a substantial addressable market worth over $12 billion. More than half of its revenue comes from customers seeking soundproofing solutions. Indow's unique approach combines aesthetics, performance, and ease of installation, setting it apart from competing window insulation products. The company is actively developing new product lines to further streamline customer ordering and expand its market reach.

Tripgrid

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Tripgrid Inc. is a company that specializes in automated solutions for organizing team travel. Founded in 2016 and based in Portland, Oregon, Tripgrid offers a platform that allows users to create and manage travel documents, collaborate with planners, and build team itineraries. The platform supports the maintenance of traveler profiles, reservations, and trip documents, which can be easily shared and updated through mobile applications. By streamlining the coordination of complex group and project travel, Tripgrid enables teams to save time and gain better control over their travel arrangements. The service is designed for teams of various sizes, facilitating an organized approach to managing business travel in a single interface.

Wildfang

Debt Financing in 2016
Wildfang is a fashion and lifestyle company dedicated to providing a centralized place for women to find menswear-inspired clothing. Wildfang was launched in February of 2013 with actress Kate Moennig, musician Hannah Blilie, and soccer pro-Megan Rapinoe serving as brand ambassadors.

Owl Insights

Seed Round in 2016
Owl Insights, Inc., is the provider of precision-guided behavioral care management technology for behavioral health. Through its advanced platform, affectionately termed “The Owl,” the company offers a scalable strategy to integrate measurement-based care and clinical analytics into existing behavioral health treatment workflows covering all major behavioral health conditions. Owl Insights supports health systems and independent behavioral health organizations nationwide to expand access, improve quality care delivery, better manage costs, and support the preparation for value-based care.

Onboard Dynamics

Venture Round in 2016
Onboard Dynamics, Inc. is a company based in Bend, Oregon, founded in 2013, that specializes in developing compressed natural gas systems for automotive engines. Their technology allows natural gas vehicles to be refueled using low-pressure sources, such as home or business gas lines, making it suitable for both private and public fleets of trucks. The company focuses on providing a solution for small fleet operators and pipeline operations, aiming to prevent unnecessary venting and flaring of natural gas. Onboard Dynamics leverages its GoFlo® natural gas compression technology to create an integrated product that captures vented, flared, and stranded natural gas, facilitating the expansion of renewable natural gas production from agricultural and other methane-producing waste streams. The company is committed to reducing emissions and providing economic value through its innovative solutions, supporting a transition towards a more sustainable future.

IOTAS

Seed Round in 2016
IOTAS is a Portland, Ore.-based developer of a premier smart home technology platform that delivers a fully-connected, smart home experience for residents and property managers that integrates IoT technology directly into multifamily units. IOTAS enables property developers to quickly install numerous smart devices by streamlining the set-up and deployment process. With this premium offering, building owners and operators attract new tenants at premium rents, while lowering utility and management costs. Residents have smart home technology as they move in that is managed from one app, voice control, and automation.

Brandlive

Venture Round in 2016
Brandlive is a company focused on creating high-quality virtual experiences for businesses looking to enhance their digital engagement. The platform enables users to produce live and recorded video content, facilitating sales training, marketing campaigns, and direct-to-consumer sales. With features such as real-time video broadcasting, customized registration, and email notifications, Brandlive helps brands foster meaningful connections with their audiences. The Events product enhances attendee engagement through audience tracking and analytics, while Showrooms serve as dynamic video hubs for showcasing products. Additionally, Greenroom provides easy-to-use video production tools, allowing hosts to create professional content without the need for extensive technical knowledge. Together, these offerings empower companies to elevate their virtual presence and drive business outcomes effectively.

Amplion

Convertible Note in 2016
Amplion Inc. operates BiomarkerBase, a comprehensive database that focuses on clinical biomarkers and their molecular counterparts tested in clinical settings. This database aids users in navigating the clinical biomarker landscape and supports strategic decisions related to the commercial application of molecular biomarkers. The company offers a biomarker engine, an end-to-end workflow tool designed to manage both structured and unstructured data, which includes capabilities for data filtering, annotation, and learning from these annotations. Additionally, Amplion provides an alert service that notifies users via email when specific biomarker targets or diseases are associated with new tests, drug labels, or clinical trials. Founded in 2013 and located in Bend, Oregon, Amplion leverages machine learning to enhance insights within the biomedical sector and identify business opportunities in drug research and development.

Notion

Venture Round in 2016
Notion unlocks business intelligence for team metrics by providing a home for your team to tell the story behind their data. Notion is based around a game-changing, integrated experience for your team: simple workflows, easy data capture, meaningful visualizations, linked activity feed, and best-practice KPI library. Notion is designed to be the central place for business performance data with one key premise: teams are struggling with their current solutions to readily (and easily) make data-driven decisions.

2Morrow

Debt Financing in 2016
2Morrow, Inc. is a digital health company based in Kirkland, Washington, that specializes in evidence-based behavioral change programs and applications. Founded in 2012, the company offers several products, including SmartQuit, a smoking cessation program utilizing acceptance commitment therapy; My Pocket Coach, a platform designed to help individuals set and achieve personal goals while forming or breaking habits; and Healthy Habits, which focuses on promoting positive behavior change. 2Morrow's programs are distributed through employers, states, wellness initiatives, and health plans, and they emphasize an evidence-based approach to health and wellness. With a commitment to addressing mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges, 2Morrow aims to support individuals in overcoming unhelpful thoughts and urges while pursuing their goals. The company also has ongoing developments in behavioral health and chronic condition management.

CrowdStreet

Series A in 2016
CrowdStreet, Inc. operates an online marketplace that facilitates commercial real estate investments by connecting accredited investors with institutional-quality projects. Founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company provides a platform that allows investors to access a diverse array of real estate investment opportunities, thereby enabling portfolio diversification. The platform offers essential tools for investors and commercial real estate firms, allowing them to review, compare, and select deals that align with their investment goals. Additionally, CrowdStreet provides investment advisory services related to its marketplace offerings, further enhancing the investment experience for individual investors seeking to participate in the commercial real estate sector.

Nursegrid

Venture Round in 2016
NurseGrid, founded by nurses and technology entrepreneurs, develops integrated staffing and communication tools specifically designed for nursing departments. The company offers two primary products: NurseGrid Mobile and NurseGrid Manager. NurseGrid Mobile enables nurses and healthcare workers to effectively manage their complex schedules, connect with colleagues, and enhance their work-life balance, with over 300,000 downloads and a 5-star average rating on the App Store. NurseGrid Manager streamlines team communication, staffing, and schedule management for nursing departments, ultimately increasing staff satisfaction and productivity. This tool complements existing scheduling systems, such as Kronos and McKesson, by bridging gaps between schedule creation and timekeeping. By focusing on simplifying staffing processes, NurseGrid aims to improve employee retention and job satisfaction within healthcare facilities.

The Dyrt

Convertible Note in 2016
The Dyrt, Inc. operates an online platform that specializes in providing information and ratings for campsites across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, The Dyrt features a website and a mobile application available on both the App Store and Google Play. Users can access a wealth of resources, including over a million photos, reviews, and tips for campgrounds. The platform includes a free service as well as a premium subscription, The Dyrt PRO, which offers enhanced features such as offline search capabilities, public land map layers, and discounts on campgrounds and camping gear for an annual fee. The Dyrt PRO has become a leading consumer subscription service for campers, facilitating trip planning and providing additional tools to enhance the camping experience.

Zembula

Seed Round in 2016
Zembula, provides a solution to the monotony, and it works. Backed by psychological laws and loads of data, our platform gives you the power to generate content that delivers more engagement and conversions in all your channels.

Hubb

Seed Round in 2016
Hubb, LLC is an integrated app platform designed to streamline the workflows involved in managing and marketing content for conferences and meetings. Founded in 2012 and based in Vancouver, Washington, Hubb offers a range of tools including Exhibitor, which enables sponsors to manage their profiles and booth requests, and Attendee, which helps participants plan schedules and receive real-time updates on any device. The Hubb Platform supports virtual, onsite, and hybrid events, providing powerful engagement tools that enhance the overall event experience. With its focus on empowering event planners, Hubb has become a key player in the event management industry, catering to some of the world's largest conferences.

Handful

Seed Round in 2016
Handful's core purpose is to enhance the self-esteem of women everywhere by creating fashionable, comfortable and functional products that look good, feel good and live good!

SpaceView

Convertible Note in 2016
SpaceView Inc. specializes in augmented reality solutions that allow users to visualize virtual objects in real-world environments. Its platform includes a mobile application and a software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering, designed to enhance sales processes by enabling teams to present products effectively within clients' spaces. This capability not only shortens sales cycles but also fosters collaboration and increases opportunities for upselling and cross-selling. SpaceView serves various industries, including digital signage, display manufacturing, visual merchandising, event management, home furnishings, retail design, interior design, medical, and real estate. Founded in 2012 and based in Portland, Oregon, SpaceView operates as a subsidiary of Atheer, Inc. since 2017, providing businesses with a streamlined visual approval process that eliminates the need for extensive 3D modeling.

Tellagence

Venture Round in 2016
Tellagence, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in social analytics solutions that enhance brand communication through social prediction. The company has developed software that analyzes social networks to understand the dynamics of relationships and predict which individuals are likely to share a brand's messages. By employing advanced algorithms, Tellagence enables brands to optimize their content reach by identifying key relationships and audience segments. Their product, Tellagence Discover, allows brands to examine how audiences communicate about various topics, including their own brand and competitors, by analyzing language use. This insight aids in refining content strategies and allocating marketing resources effectively, ensuring brands can navigate and leverage the complexities of social media for improved consumer engagement.

Poached Jobs

Venture Round in 2016
Poached Jobs, Inc. operates Poachedjobs.com, a specialized job marketplace that connects employers and job seekers in the food and drink industry. Founded in 2011 and based in Portland, Oregon, the platform provides staffing solutions tailored to the needs of owners and hiring managers. It offers tools for employers to manage resumes by allowing them to rate, sort, filter, and make notes, thus streamlining the hiring process. Job seekers can easily sign up, review, and apply for various positions, including both full-time and on-demand shift jobs. Poached Jobs serves a range of major cities, including Portland, San Francisco, New York, and Chicago, enabling employers to quickly fill open positions and reduce turnover costs.

iFlipd

Seed Round in 2016
iFlipd operates an e-book renting platform that provides students with access to a wide variety of books, including hardcovers and e-books, as well as video games. The platform allows users to rent, share, and access materials through a pay-as-you-play model, enabling them to enjoy reading and gaming for a minimal fee. By offering flexible rental options, iFlipd aims to make educational resources more accessible to students throughout the day.

Collexion

Seed Round in 2015
Collexion is an online platform that enables individuals to discover, purchase, and share a curated collection of high-value collectibles and antiques put forward by a global community of collectors. Enthusiasts can browse among a collection of categories, namely, art, decorative antiques, toys and games, trading cards, sports and recreation, transportation, memorabilia, clothing and accessories, cars, books and prints, porcelain and figurines, comic books, watches and jewelry, wine and spirits, music and instruments, paper ephemera, technology, stamps, coins, and more. Collexion was founded by Peter Kirwan, Doug Taylor, and Matthew Waclawik in October 2012 and is based in San Diego, California.

Homeschool Snowboarding

Series A in 2015
Homeschool Snowboarding has the sole purpose of making the best technical outerwear on the market. Using Breathability, Durability, and Timelesness as the cornerstones of their products, they have put snowboarding outerwear on the market that snowboarders, from amateurs to professionals can enjoy in any kind of snow weather. On the website, customers can log onto find a variety of snow gear ranging from jackets to head gear.

Indow

Series B in 2015
Indow, based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in manufacturing interior window inserts that enhance energy efficiency and comfort in both residential and commercial buildings. These inserts effectively block drafts, reduce noise by up to 70%, and can lead to significant savings on heating and cooling costs. Unlike traditional window solutions, Indow's products are easy to install and remove, requiring no mounting brackets, making them a non-destructive option for improving underperforming windows. The company offers a range of insert grades tailored to various needs, including soundproofing and UV blocking. With nearly 1 billion single-pane windows in the U.S. alone, Indow targets homes built before 1950 and has identified a substantial addressable market worth over $12 billion. More than half of its revenue comes from customers seeking soundproofing solutions. Indow's unique approach combines aesthetics, performance, and ease of installation, setting it apart from competing window insulation products. The company is actively developing new product lines to further streamline customer ordering and expand its market reach.

Onboard Dynamics

Seed Round in 2015
Onboard Dynamics, Inc. is a company based in Bend, Oregon, founded in 2013, that specializes in developing compressed natural gas systems for automotive engines. Their technology allows natural gas vehicles to be refueled using low-pressure sources, such as home or business gas lines, making it suitable for both private and public fleets of trucks. The company focuses on providing a solution for small fleet operators and pipeline operations, aiming to prevent unnecessary venting and flaring of natural gas. Onboard Dynamics leverages its GoFlo® natural gas compression technology to create an integrated product that captures vented, flared, and stranded natural gas, facilitating the expansion of renewable natural gas production from agricultural and other methane-producing waste streams. The company is committed to reducing emissions and providing economic value through its innovative solutions, supporting a transition towards a more sustainable future.

InVivo Biosystems

Convertible Note in 2015
InVivo Biosystems specializes in utilizing non-mammalian model organisms for biological and biomedical research. The company has developed a proprietary transgenic platform that allows for the genetic modification of simple microscopic animals, such as C. elegans and zebrafish, to serve as human proxies in disease research and drug discovery. This innovative approach provides researchers with valuable insights into genetic mutations and human health. By offering custom genome-edited models, InVivo Biosystems supports pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology companies, as well as academic institutions, in accelerating their research and drug development initiatives. The company aims to make research more affordable and accessible, ultimately contributing to the exploration of treatments for significant health challenges, including Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and cancer.

ESS

Series A in 2015
ESS is a long-duration energy storage company that specializes in iron flow battery technology, providing solutions for commercial, industrial, utility, microgrid, and off-grid applications. Established in 2011, ESS aims to support a future powered by clean and reliable energy. The company utilizes an innovative energy management system that features a safe and non-toxic iron-electrolyte combined with a patented flow cell design. This approach allows ESS to deliver high-performance energy storage at a lower cost, making its technology suitable for a wide range of applications from retail energy management to utility-scale renewable energy integration. With a team experienced in distributed power generation and energy storage technologies, ESS is well-positioned to contribute to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.

SpaceView

Seed Round in 2015
SpaceView Inc. specializes in augmented reality solutions that allow users to visualize virtual objects in real-world environments. Its platform includes a mobile application and a software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering, designed to enhance sales processes by enabling teams to present products effectively within clients' spaces. This capability not only shortens sales cycles but also fosters collaboration and increases opportunities for upselling and cross-selling. SpaceView serves various industries, including digital signage, display manufacturing, visual merchandising, event management, home furnishings, retail design, interior design, medical, and real estate. Founded in 2012 and based in Portland, Oregon, SpaceView operates as a subsidiary of Atheer, Inc. since 2017, providing businesses with a streamlined visual approval process that eliminates the need for extensive 3D modeling.

Society Nine

Seed Round in 2015
Society Nine is a combat sports brand established in 2013 that focuses on producing boxing gear, MMA gear, and fashion sportswear specifically for women. The company's product range includes gloves, scarves, jackets, hoodies, rash guards, and flat brim hats. Society Nine is dedicated to designing and engineering its products with the female fighter in mind, ensuring that women have access to sports gear tailored to their needs for practicing boxing and engaging in combat sports.

Notion

Seed Round in 2015
Notion unlocks business intelligence for team metrics by providing a home for your team to tell the story behind their data. Notion is based around a game-changing, integrated experience for your team: simple workflows, easy data capture, meaningful visualizations, linked activity feed, and best-practice KPI library. Notion is designed to be the central place for business performance data with one key premise: teams are struggling with their current solutions to readily (and easily) make data-driven decisions.

Cloudability

Series B in 2015
Cloudability Inc. is a provider of cloud cost management software solutions, focused on helping organizations monitor and optimize their cloud expenditures. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Cloudability offers a platform that aggregates cloud spending data into comprehensive reports, allowing users to track, manage, and optimize costs effectively. Its features include budget alerts, report scheduling, custom dashboards, and anomaly detection, which identifies unusual spending patterns while filtering out false positives. The platform supports multiple users and offers API access, enabling finance, IT, and operations teams to gain real-time insights into cloud spending and facilitate ongoing cost optimization. Cloudability operates additional offices in Seattle, Boulder, Sydney, and London, and functions as a subsidiary of Apptio, Inc.
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