Sandbox Industries
Sandbox Industries, established in 2003 and located in Chicago, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, agriculture, and food industries. The firm operates through three primary business lines: venture funds developed in collaboration with strategic corporate partners, business accelerator programs, and innovation consulting services. Sandbox serves as the exclusive partner for Blue Cross and Blue Shield Venture Partners, facilitating connections between healthcare entrepreneurs and a network of Blue plans nationwide for strategic investment opportunities. Additionally, it manages the Cultivian Sandbox Food & Agriculture Fund II, which invests in innovative technologies within the food and agriculture sectors. Sandbox also co-founded Healthbox, a healthcare accelerator with a presence in multiple U.S. cities and London, and collaborates with TechStars Chicago to support emerging businesses. Through its innovation consulting arm, Sandbox Innovation Partners, the firm helps established corporations engage with startups, fostering collaboration through pilots, partnerships, investments, or acquisitions.
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PinkDx
Series A in 2025
PinkDx is a biotechnology company specializing in women's health. It develops molecular tests to improve diagnostic outcomes for women with vague gynecological cancer symptoms, offering alternatives to invasive procedures. This enables more comfortable and efficient resolution of health concerns, providing timely and positive impacts on patients' lives.
Verituity
Series B in 2024
Verituity is a verified digital payments platform that facilitates efficient and secure payouts for banks, businesses, and payees. The platform is designed to address the specific payout requirements of various sectors, including insurance, finance, and gaming. It enables financial institutions to develop tailored digital payout solutions that prioritize payment choice, identity verification, and account validation. By offering end-to-end visibility, Verituity enhances the payment experience for its clients, ensuring timely and accurate transactions for claims, supplier payments, refunds, and other financial operations.
Indico Data
Venture Round in 2024
Indico Data Solutions, established in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in enterprise-level artificial intelligence solutions for automating unstructured content processing. Its platform empowers businesses to create tailored machine learning models using smaller datasets, streamlining workflows such as contract analysis, regulatory compliance, and customer support automation. The company's tools facilitate the extraction and analysis of data from documents, images, and other non-standard formats, enabling users to access relevant information for diverse applications.
Lumeris
Venture Round in 2024
Lumeris is a company focused on transforming accountable care delivery by providing operational support, technology, and consulting services to health systems, payers, and providers. It offers a value-based care managed services platform that enhances clinical and financial outcomes through guidance and advanced risk management capabilities. By collaborating with healthcare organizations across the country, Lumeris helps them design, build, and optimize accountable care models aimed at improving quality, reducing costs, and enhancing patient and physician satisfaction. The company's innovative solutions are designed to yield better health outcomes for patients while addressing the challenges associated with chronic diseases, ultimately supporting the overarching goals of improved quality, cost efficiency, and satisfaction in the healthcare system.
Layr
Venture Round in 2023
Layr is a cloud-based insurance platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the process of sourcing, purchasing, and managing business insurance. The platform automates traditional insurance tasks, enabling business owners to find suitable insurance policies tailored to their specific needs while predicting pricing from various carriers. Its fully online application allows users to handle common insurance-related tasks through a self-service portal, with expert brokers available for assistance. Additionally, Layr offers flexible payment options, allowing businesses to pay monthly instead of annually and to utilize credit cards for purchases. This approach simplifies the insurance buying process, enabling business owners to focus on their core operations.
Pyratzlabs
Venture Round in 2022
Pyratzlabs is a web3 accelerator platform focused on supporting and developing promising web3 projects. The company assists startups by alleviating founders and new-generation entrepreneurs of administrative and financial responsibilities, allowing them to concentrate on their core objectives. Pyratzlabs also provides crucial support in fundraising efforts, helping these startups complete their technical roadmaps efficiently and effectively.
Layr
Series A in 2022
Layr is a cloud-based insurance platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the process of sourcing, purchasing, and managing business insurance. The platform automates traditional insurance tasks, enabling business owners to find suitable insurance policies tailored to their specific needs while predicting pricing from various carriers. Its fully online application allows users to handle common insurance-related tasks through a self-service portal, with expert brokers available for assistance. Additionally, Layr offers flexible payment options, allowing businesses to pay monthly instead of annually and to utilize credit cards for purchases. This approach simplifies the insurance buying process, enabling business owners to focus on their core operations.
Tailormade Creative Design
Acquisition in 2021
Tailormade Creative Design is a specialist publisher focused on creating and supplying a diverse range of greeting cards and paper products, including stationery, gift wrap, and gift bags. The company collaborates with retailers worldwide to provide tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients. By combining design expertise with production capabilities, Tailormade Creative Design develops bespoke product ranges that emphasize quality, design style, and price. This commitment to customization allows the company to effectively target various customer segments, ensuring that its offerings resonate with market demands.
Leaf Agriculture
Seed Round in 2020
Leaf Agriculture is a Brazilian company founded in 2017, based in Florianopolis, that specializes in providing a unified application programming interface (API) platform for the agriculture industry. This platform offers data services that facilitate access to agricultural data and validation of user access. By connecting various AgTech APIs, Leaf Agriculture enables users to access agricultural data efficiently through a single API, contributing to the advancement of digital agriculture. The company's mission focuses on enhancing the future of food and agriculture through innovative data solutions.
Everly Health Solutions
Private Equity Round in 2020
Everly Health Solutions is a provider of lab connectivity, compliance, and patient outreach solutions. Their platform enables testing solutions for health and wellness, telemedicine, diagnostic labs, and payer markets, who use their services to facilitate quick and seamless consumer access to diagnostic testing and also to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations. Their 50-state physician network and strong technology platform enable them to process over five million diagnostic screens annually.
Cooks Venture
Series A in 2020
Cooks Venture, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in producing and selling regenerative pasture-raised chicken and meats, including beef, pork, and lamb. Founded in 2018, the company is dedicated to environmentally sustainable farming practices and adheres to the Better Chicken Commitment. Cooks Venture exclusively utilizes its own approved breed of chicken, which is certified by the Global Animal Partnership at Step Level 4, ensuring that the birds have access to diverse pastures. The company offers a selection of individually sealed cuts of heirloom chicken and other pasture-raised meats, which are delivered directly to consumers' doorsteps. In addition to chicken, its product line includes grass-fed beef and wild-caught traceable seafood, reflecting a commitment to sensible farming systems and providing a variety of high-quality food choices.
Sound Agriculture
Series C in 2020
Sound Agriculture Company develops innovative crop protection and enhancement products aimed at improving agricultural yields and farm revenues while addressing challenges such as drought. The company offers Source, a solution that enhances in-season nutrient uptake by unlocking existing nitrogen and phosphorus in the soil, thereby helping growers optimize crop performance sustainably. Additionally, Sound Agriculture focuses on improving photosynthesis, water capture, and crop efficiency, contributing to healthier and more flavorful food while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and based in Emeryville, California, the company employs molecular discovery and life science approaches to create climate-resilient crops, ultimately enhancing productivity for farmers. Originally known as Asilomar Bio, Inc., it rebranded to Sound Agriculture Company in September 2018.
Culture Biosciences
Series A in 2020
Culture Biosciences, Inc. is a biomanufacturing company based in South San Francisco, California, that offers a cloud-based platform for scientists to conduct, monitor, and analyze bioreactor experiments. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on automating bioprocesses to help biotech firms optimize their manufacturing processes and expedite product development. By utilizing robotic sample handling and cloud data monitoring, Culture Biosciences enhances the efficiency of fermentation and bioreactor operations, allowing researchers to achieve results more rapidly than with traditional methods.
Wayspring
Series C in 2020
Wayspring is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing medical, behavioral health, and social support services to individuals with complex needs, particularly those living with substance use disorder. The organization employs a comprehensive, longitudinal model that emphasizes targeted outreach to members, strategic partnerships with providers, and community-based peer support. By focusing on individualized care, Wayspring ensures that patients have their fundamental needs addressed, including access to healthcare, economic stability, and social connections. This approach aims to enhance adherence to evidence-based medical practices, reduce healthcare waste, and ultimately improve health outcomes for its patients.
FarmlandFinder
Seed Round in 2019
FarmlandFinder, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates connections between farmland buyers and sellers, primarily in the Midwest United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Grimes, Iowa, the company provides Terva, a tool that allows users to search for upcoming land sales and auctions. The platform offers a wealth of resources, including sale price records, comparison tools, and soil composition maps, aimed at streamlining the process of researching farmland real estate. By enhancing access to farmland information and promoting market transparency, FarmlandFinder helps clients minimize the time and costs associated with buying, selling, or renting farmland.
Corvium
Venture Round in 2019
Corvium, Inc. is a company focused on providing software solutions for food safety, specifically through its CONTROL-PRO and INSIGHTS platforms. CONTROL-PRO enhances the food safety testing process by offering visualization, monitoring, analytics, and documentation capabilities that streamline workflows and reduce the risks of undetected contamination and product recalls. This solution accelerates the electromagnetic pulse testing lifecycle while minimizing manual errors that can lead to significant financial consequences. INSIGHTS complements CONTROL-PRO by aggregating and visualizing relevant data flows, delivering tailored analyses of food safety performance across various production facilities. Corvium serves a diverse clientele, including food processors and retailers, by delivering data-driven insights and superior customer service to ensure the safety of food products. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Corvium also maintains an office in Boston, Massachusetts. The company was previously known as Sample6, Inc. before rebranding in August 2019.
Agrivida
Venture Round in 2019
Agrivida, Inc. is an animal health and nutrition company that specializes in developing feed additives for various livestock, including poultry, swine, dairy, beef cattle, and aquaculture. Founded in 2003 and based in Four Seasons, Missouri, Agrivida focuses on innovative enzyme solutions to enhance animal nutrition. Its flagship product, GRAINZYME, utilizes advanced technology to produce beneficial enzymes such as phytase and glucanase within corn kernels. This approach allows for a natural and efficient means of integrating these enzymes into animal diets, promoting healthier livestock while also reducing environmental impact. Agrivida's mission is to provide effective nutrition solutions that support sustainable food production across the agriculture sector.
LOLQ
Funding Round in 2019
LOLQ is a gaming company based in South Korea that operates a gaming content management platform designed to enhance the gaming experience by alleviating moments of boredom. The company specializes in the production of gaming content, management of gaming channels, and oversight of content creators for various gaming titles. Additionally, LOLQ manages social media accounts and community channels, helping gaming companies engage with their audiences and develop innovative social campaigns. Through its services, LOLQ aims to bring joy to gamers and strengthen community connections within the gaming industry.
Phylagen
Series A in 2019
Phylagen, Inc. is a data analytics company based in San Francisco that specializes in microbiome data analytics. Founded in 2014, the company employs DNA sequencing and machine learning to analyze complex genetic signatures within the environmental microbiome, transforming this extensive dataset into actionable insights for various industries. Phylagen also develops automated biosensors for indoor microbiome monitoring, which aim to enhance human health and safety by enabling early detection of pathogens, including COVID-19. Additionally, the company's solutions help manage allergy and asthma triggers, ensuring a healthier indoor environment for users.
OncoHealth
Series B in 2018
OncoHealth specializes in oncology benefits management, offering a range of services designed to support health plans, employers, providers, patients, and life science researchers in managing the complexities of cancer care. Its offerings include prior authorization services, clinical decision support, physician education, expert peer review, and oncology network evaluation and optimization consulting. Additionally, OncoHealth provides MATIS, a clinical decision support software that employs evidence-based analytics for evaluating cancer treatment and benefits management in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company aims to alleviate the physical, mental, and financial burdens associated with cancer through technology-driven solutions and real-world data. Founded in 2009, OncoHealth is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional location in Plantation, Florida.
Geltor
Series A in 2018
Geltor, Inc. is a biodesign company based in San Leandro, California, that specializes in producing bioactive, animal-free collagens and proteins for various applications in beauty, nutrition, and wellness. Established in 2015, Geltor offers innovative products such as Collume, which promotes skincare cellular regeneration and dermal synthesis, and HumaColl21, which enhances skin health by boosting collagen and elastin levels. Additionally, the company provides vegan collagen peptides and other novel proteins designed for functional food and nutraceutical formulations. Geltor's products are sustainably cultivated and clinically validated, allowing businesses to create effective, plant-based solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.
Full Harvest
Series A in 2018
Full Harvest Technologies, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates a B2B platform designed to connect large farms with food businesses to market surplus and imperfect produce. Established in 2016, the company addresses the significant issue of food waste in the United States, where approximately 20 billion pounds of produce are discarded annually due to strict aesthetic standards. By creating a marketplace for this edible but often overlooked produce, Full Harvest enables growers to generate additional revenue while helping food companies reduce costs. The company's innovative online distribution platform uses proprietary technology and a novel supply chain model to facilitate the sale of excess produce, thereby improving sustainability in the food industry and minimizing waste.
Patientco Holdings
Series B in 2018
Patientco Holdings, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a payment technology company specializing in the healthcare sector. It offers a comprehensive, cloud-based patient billing and payment platform that integrates various communication and payment tools. These include digital-first billing, e-bills, SMS messaging, payment plans, patient financing, automated payment systems, and advanced analytics. Patientco's platform aims to enhance the patient payment experience, increase revenue for healthcare systems, and improve financial care across the entire patient journey. It has been recognized as the Best in KLAS for Patient Financial Engagement Platforms and has received the Healthcare Financial Management Association's Peer Review designation.
Lumiata
Series B in 2018
Lumiata Inc. specializes in predictive health analytics tailored for risk-bearing organizations, including hospital networks and insurance carriers. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the company has developed a medical graph that organizes and analyzes diverse healthcare data, enabling real-time predictive analytics. Its flagship product, The Lumiata Risk Matrix, provides personalized predictions regarding individual health changes, supported by a chain of medical reasoning. By leveraging over 120 million patient records and proprietary clinical knowledge, Lumiata's machine learning tools empower healthcare providers and payers to enhance decision-making, manage costs, and improve patient care. The company serves a range of clients, including payers, population health organizations, and digital health companies, facilitating applications in underwriting and care management while prioritizing member privacy.
Contessa
Series C in 2018
Contessa, based in Nashville, specializes in Home Recovery Care, a model designed to deliver inpatient hospital care directly in patients' homes. Founded in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including acute care, post-acute care, and surgical procedures, supported by its proprietary health informatics platform. This innovative approach allows health systems to enhance their care delivery by treating patients outside of traditional hospital settings, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and experiences. Contessa's solutions provide significant cost savings for health plans, enabling a more efficient and effective healthcare model.
Picwell
Series B in 2018
Picwell Inc. operates an online predictive recommendation engine that assists consumers in selecting appropriate health plans. By analyzing lifestyle, behavioral, and financial data alongside health claims, the company forecasts individual healthcare needs. Founded in 2013 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Picwell serves a diverse range of clients, including exchanges, benefit platforms, agents, brokers, retail pharmacies, and employers. Its software streamlines the benefits purchasing process, enabling users to confidently choose plans based on future care considerations and estimated out-of-pocket expenses. This approach not only aids consumers in making informed decisions but also enhances efficiency and cost-effectiveness for businesses involved in selling health plans.
Nuritas
Series A in 2017
Nuritas, Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Dublin, Ireland, that specializes in the discovery of bioactive peptides from food sources. Established in 2012, the company employs a unique approach that integrates artificial intelligence and genomics to rapidly identify and unlock natural peptides with health benefits. By focusing on nutritional bioinformatics, Nuritas combines computational biology with nutritional science to mine therapeutic peptides, enabling the development of functional food, beverages, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. Its innovative technology not only discovers new bioactive ingredients but also collaborates with food and ingredient companies to co-develop sustainable products. Through its work, Nuritas aims to enhance human and animal health while promoting a more sustainable food system.
SwipeSense
Series B in 2017
SwipeSense, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in hand hygiene solutions and real-time data analytics for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of products, including portable and wall-mounted hand hygiene dispensers, monitoring badges, and data hubs. Their platform integrates various applications such as electronic hand hygiene monitoring, real-time asset tracking, and nursing insights, allowing healthcare facilities to streamline operations and access core metrics without navigating multiple systems. By leveraging location-aware applications and intelligent sensors, SwipeSense aims to enhance patient safety, foster behavior change in hand hygiene practices, and ultimately reduce preventable harm within healthcare settings. The system is designed for easy installation and minimal disruption to hospital staff, contributing to improved patient outcomes and more efficient care delivery.
Lumiata
Series A in 2017
Lumiata Inc. specializes in predictive health analytics tailored for risk-bearing organizations, including hospital networks and insurance carriers. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the company has developed a medical graph that organizes and analyzes diverse healthcare data, enabling real-time predictive analytics. Its flagship product, The Lumiata Risk Matrix, provides personalized predictions regarding individual health changes, supported by a chain of medical reasoning. By leveraging over 120 million patient records and proprietary clinical knowledge, Lumiata's machine learning tools empower healthcare providers and payers to enhance decision-making, manage costs, and improve patient care. The company serves a range of clients, including payers, population health organizations, and digital health companies, facilitating applications in underwriting and care management while prioritizing member privacy.
AbleTo
Series D in 2017
AbleTo, Inc. is a provider of virtual behavioral healthcare services in the United States, focusing on conditions such as depression, anxiety, and stress. Established in 2008 and based in New York, the company utilizes a technology-enabled platform to connect patients with a nationwide network of licensed therapists and coaches. AbleTo delivers tele-behavioral health programs aimed at improving health outcomes for individuals with high-risk medical conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. The organization's structured therapy programs are designed to engage those with unmet behavioral health needs, strengthening recovery and self-care for members with chronic or complex clinical issues. AbleTo's commitment to virtual care addresses barriers to access, ensuring that patients receive high-quality support tailored to their needs. The company has demonstrated success in enhancing clinical outcomes while reducing healthcare costs, earning high satisfaction ratings from its users.
Solera Health
Series B in 2017
Solera Health, Inc. is a preventive care benefits manager based in Phoenix, Arizona, that operates a technology platform designed to connect patients, payers, and physicians with community organizations and digital therapeutics companies. Founded in 2015, Solera's platform consolidates diverse healthcare programs into a single marketplace, facilitating increased consumer participation in health management. The company focuses on value-based health solutions, matching users with tailored programs that address a variety of health concerns, including hypertension, obesity, tobacco usage, diabetes prevention, mental health, and more. By linking members to appropriate health technologies and non-clinical healthcare providers, Solera aims to enhance the management and improvement of overall health outcomes for its users.
HarvestPort
Series A in 2017
HarvestPort is a shared-economy platform focused on seasonal agricultural assets, facilitating a marketplace where farmers and agricultural professionals can rent equipment and resources based on their specific needs. Founded in 2015 by Timothy Koide and Brian Dawson, the platform connects a network of agricultural stakeholders, allowing farmers to access a variety of tools and equipment while optimizing their operations. HarvestPort manages the documentation of available assets, matches requests with qualified lenders, analyzes user profiles for targeted recommendations, and oversees transaction management and billing. This approach enables farmers to save costs, reduce waste, and ultimately enhance the value of their land.
Solera Health
Series A in 2017
Solera Health, Inc. is a preventive care benefits manager based in Phoenix, Arizona, that operates a technology platform designed to connect patients, payers, and physicians with community organizations and digital therapeutics companies. Founded in 2015, Solera's platform consolidates diverse healthcare programs into a single marketplace, facilitating increased consumer participation in health management. The company focuses on value-based health solutions, matching users with tailored programs that address a variety of health concerns, including hypertension, obesity, tobacco usage, diabetes prevention, mental health, and more. By linking members to appropriate health technologies and non-clinical healthcare providers, Solera aims to enhance the management and improvement of overall health outcomes for its users.
Wayspring
Series B in 2016
Wayspring is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing medical, behavioral health, and social support services to individuals with complex needs, particularly those living with substance use disorder. The organization employs a comprehensive, longitudinal model that emphasizes targeted outreach to members, strategic partnerships with providers, and community-based peer support. By focusing on individualized care, Wayspring ensures that patients have their fundamental needs addressed, including access to healthcare, economic stability, and social connections. This approach aims to enhance adherence to evidence-based medical practices, reduce healthcare waste, and ultimately improve health outcomes for its patients.
Contessa
Series B in 2016
Contessa, based in Nashville, specializes in Home Recovery Care, a model designed to deliver inpatient hospital care directly in patients' homes. Founded in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including acute care, post-acute care, and surgical procedures, supported by its proprietary health informatics platform. This innovative approach allows health systems to enhance their care delivery by treating patients outside of traditional hospital settings, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and experiences. Contessa's solutions provide significant cost savings for health plans, enabling a more efficient and effective healthcare model.
Agrivida
Series E in 2016
Agrivida, Inc. is an animal health and nutrition company that specializes in developing feed additives for various livestock, including poultry, swine, dairy, beef cattle, and aquaculture. Founded in 2003 and based in Four Seasons, Missouri, Agrivida focuses on innovative enzyme solutions to enhance animal nutrition. Its flagship product, GRAINZYME, utilizes advanced technology to produce beneficial enzymes such as phytase and glucanase within corn kernels. This approach allows for a natural and efficient means of integrating these enzymes into animal diets, promoting healthier livestock while also reducing environmental impact. Agrivida's mission is to provide effective nutrition solutions that support sustainable food production across the agriculture sector.
IDX
Venture Round in 2016
IDX is a consumer privacy platform that empowers individuals to manage their privacy and identity effectively. The company provides a range of services, including data breach response, medical fraud monitoring, and identity theft protection. IDX's innovative technology monitors financial activities, the dark web, and medical transactions to detect potential fraud. It also offers unique health claims monitoring and a variety of insurance options to cover identity theft expenses and losses from electronic theft. Trusted by both government and enterprise clients, as well as partners in employee benefits and e-commerce, IDX is committed to safeguarding the identities of its customers and their employees.
Vestaron
Series D in 2016
Vestaron Corporation specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of peptide-based biologic crop protection products. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with a research and development center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Vestaron offers a range of bioinsecticides including Spear-T, Spear-Lep, and Leprotec, which target various pests in vegetables, fruits, and field crops. The company aims to enhance crop safety, efficacy, and sustainability by providing biopesticides that address resistance issues while ensuring safety for workers and the environment. Vestaron has received notable accolades for its innovative solutions, including the Bernard Blum Award and the Green Chemistry Challenge Award, recognizing its commitment to environmental stewardship and effective crop protection.
Solera Health
Series A in 2016
Solera Health, Inc. is a preventive care benefits manager based in Phoenix, Arizona, that operates a technology platform designed to connect patients, payers, and physicians with community organizations and digital therapeutics companies. Founded in 2015, Solera's platform consolidates diverse healthcare programs into a single marketplace, facilitating increased consumer participation in health management. The company focuses on value-based health solutions, matching users with tailored programs that address a variety of health concerns, including hypertension, obesity, tobacco usage, diabetes prevention, mental health, and more. By linking members to appropriate health technologies and non-clinical healthcare providers, Solera aims to enhance the management and improvement of overall health outcomes for its users.
Lumiata
Series B in 2016
Lumiata Inc. specializes in predictive health analytics tailored for risk-bearing organizations, including hospital networks and insurance carriers. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the company has developed a medical graph that organizes and analyzes diverse healthcare data, enabling real-time predictive analytics. Its flagship product, The Lumiata Risk Matrix, provides personalized predictions regarding individual health changes, supported by a chain of medical reasoning. By leveraging over 120 million patient records and proprietary clinical knowledge, Lumiata's machine learning tools empower healthcare providers and payers to enhance decision-making, manage costs, and improve patient care. The company serves a range of clients, including payers, population health organizations, and digital health companies, facilitating applications in underwriting and care management while prioritizing member privacy.
IDX
Series A in 2016
IDX is a consumer privacy platform that empowers individuals to manage their privacy and identity effectively. The company provides a range of services, including data breach response, medical fraud monitoring, and identity theft protection. IDX's innovative technology monitors financial activities, the dark web, and medical transactions to detect potential fraud. It also offers unique health claims monitoring and a variety of insurance options to cover identity theft expenses and losses from electronic theft. Trusted by both government and enterprise clients, as well as partners in employee benefits and e-commerce, IDX is committed to safeguarding the identities of its customers and their employees.
OncoHealth
Series A in 2016
OncoHealth specializes in oncology benefits management, offering a range of services designed to support health plans, employers, providers, patients, and life science researchers in managing the complexities of cancer care. Its offerings include prior authorization services, clinical decision support, physician education, expert peer review, and oncology network evaluation and optimization consulting. Additionally, OncoHealth provides MATIS, a clinical decision support software that employs evidence-based analytics for evaluating cancer treatment and benefits management in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company aims to alleviate the physical, mental, and financial burdens associated with cancer through technology-driven solutions and real-world data. Founded in 2009, OncoHealth is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional location in Plantation, Florida.
Picwell
Series A in 2015
Picwell Inc. operates an online predictive recommendation engine that assists consumers in selecting appropriate health plans. By analyzing lifestyle, behavioral, and financial data alongside health claims, the company forecasts individual healthcare needs. Founded in 2013 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Picwell serves a diverse range of clients, including exchanges, benefit platforms, agents, brokers, retail pharmacies, and employers. Its software streamlines the benefits purchasing process, enabling users to confidently choose plans based on future care considerations and estimated out-of-pocket expenses. This approach not only aids consumers in making informed decisions but also enhances efficiency and cost-effectiveness for businesses involved in selling health plans.
Contessa
Series A in 2015
Contessa, based in Nashville, specializes in Home Recovery Care, a model designed to deliver inpatient hospital care directly in patients' homes. Founded in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including acute care, post-acute care, and surgical procedures, supported by its proprietary health informatics platform. This innovative approach allows health systems to enhance their care delivery by treating patients outside of traditional hospital settings, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and experiences. Contessa's solutions provide significant cost savings for health plans, enabling a more efficient and effective healthcare model.
Descartes Labs
Series A in 2015
Descartes Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, that specializes in the automated analysis of geospatial data using advanced machine learning and deep learning techniques. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on processing and categorizing visual data from a variety of sources, including satellites, drones, cameras, and smartphones. Its cloud-based platform harmonizes extensive data sets to provide scalable analysis, which supports various sectors such as agriculture, mining, consumer goods, and government. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Descartes Labs aids organizations in resource exploration, commodity forecasting, and enhancing climate resilience, facilitating informed decision-making through comprehensive insights into the physical world.
Solera Health
Series A in 2015
Solera Health, Inc. is a preventive care benefits manager based in Phoenix, Arizona, that operates a technology platform designed to connect patients, payers, and physicians with community organizations and digital therapeutics companies. Founded in 2015, Solera's platform consolidates diverse healthcare programs into a single marketplace, facilitating increased consumer participation in health management. The company focuses on value-based health solutions, matching users with tailored programs that address a variety of health concerns, including hypertension, obesity, tobacco usage, diabetes prevention, mental health, and more. By linking members to appropriate health technologies and non-clinical healthcare providers, Solera aims to enhance the management and improvement of overall health outcomes for its users.
Tripoto Travel Private Limited
Seed Round in 2015
Tripoto Travel Private Limited operates a comprehensive online platform designed for the global community of travelers. Established in 2013 and based in New Delhi, India, Tripoto allows users to explore travel itineraries created by friends, fellow travelers, and celebrities, as well as to browse travel photos, maps, guides, reviews, and recommendations. The platform encourages users to create and share their own travel content, facilitating connections among like-minded individuals. Users can discover a variety of travel experiences, including city tours, road trips, adventure activities, and budget travel options. With over six million monthly visitors, Tripoto serves as a marketplace and community hub for leisure travelers looking to plan their vacations and share their experiences.
Allay
Seed Round in 2015
Allay Inc. is a benefits consulting company based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates the online and paperless purchasing of health insurance and the administration of HR and employee benefits for small to medium-sized businesses. Established in 2014, the company operates a platform that allows employers to purchase, fund, and manage employee benefits while working with brokers of their choice. Allay specializes in various aspects of employee benefits, including group health insurance, cost management, and a range of insurance products, such as self-funded and level-funded plans. Additionally, the company models the impact of different healthcare vendors and stop-loss insurance contracts, enabling benefits advisors to recommend optimal vendor combinations that enhance quality and reduce costs for specific populations. As of early 2020, Allay operates as a subsidiary of Novo Benefits, LLC.
BeneStream
Series A in 2015
BeneStream, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in facilitating access to government benefits for employees, including food stamps, Medicaid, and child health programs. Established in 2013, BeneStream offers a web-based platform designed for brokers and human resource departments, leveraging employee payroll data to assess eligibility for various government assistance programs. The company streamlines the enrollment process by providing completed applications for individuals to sign and submit. Additionally, BeneStream conducts Medicaid screenings and enrollments to identify employees who qualify for Medicaid, thereby assisting employers in complying with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). By outsourcing enrollment in Medicaid, BeneStream helps employers manage costs associated with providing health insurance to low-income employees, offering a solution that not only avoids penalties but also ensures free, comprehensive coverage for qualifying individuals and their families.
Wayspring
Series A in 2015
Wayspring is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing medical, behavioral health, and social support services to individuals with complex needs, particularly those living with substance use disorder. The organization employs a comprehensive, longitudinal model that emphasizes targeted outreach to members, strategic partnerships with providers, and community-based peer support. By focusing on individualized care, Wayspring ensures that patients have their fundamental needs addressed, including access to healthcare, economic stability, and social connections. This approach aims to enhance adherence to evidence-based medical practices, reduce healthcare waste, and ultimately improve health outcomes for its patients.
SwipeSense
Series B in 2015
SwipeSense, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in hand hygiene solutions and real-time data analytics for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of products, including portable and wall-mounted hand hygiene dispensers, monitoring badges, and data hubs. Their platform integrates various applications such as electronic hand hygiene monitoring, real-time asset tracking, and nursing insights, allowing healthcare facilities to streamline operations and access core metrics without navigating multiple systems. By leveraging location-aware applications and intelligent sensors, SwipeSense aims to enhance patient safety, foster behavior change in hand hygiene practices, and ultimately reduce preventable harm within healthcare settings. The system is designed for easy installation and minimal disruption to hospital staff, contributing to improved patient outcomes and more efficient care delivery.
AbilTo
Series C in 2015
AbilTo is a national behavioral healthcare provider that offers telehealth services across all fifty states, focusing on individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges due to medical events and life transitions. The company provides support through a network of licensed therapists and behavior coaches who guide participants in an eight-week program aimed at helping them set and achieve personal goals. This program is designed to assist individuals in reclaiming their lives, enhancing their overall happiness, health, and productivity. AbilTo operates under the brand name for various professional services entities that are either managed by or affiliated with AbilTo Inc.
Advanced Animal Diagnostics
Series C in 2014
Advanced Animal Diagnostics, Inc. focuses on the research, development, and commercialization of on-farm diagnostic tools aimed at the early detection of subclinical mastitis in dairy cows. Based in Durham, North Carolina, the company offers products such as the QScout Farm Lab, an analyzer system that identifies infections in dairy cows before symptoms manifest, and the QScout Milk Leukocyte Differential rapid test, which analyzes milk to detect and differentiate white blood cells indicative of mastitis. Additionally, Advanced Animal Diagnostics provides solutions like QuickSmear, a rapid differential slide that aids in animal research, and the SCC+ System for early mastitis detection. These diagnostic tools are designed to enhance animal health management, benefiting veterinarians and livestock producers by enabling timely detection of infections and supporting informed treatment decisions. Founded in 2001, the company aims to improve the overall health and productivity of production animals.
Lumiata
Series A in 2014
Lumiata Inc. specializes in predictive health analytics tailored for risk-bearing organizations, including hospital networks and insurance carriers. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the company has developed a medical graph that organizes and analyzes diverse healthcare data, enabling real-time predictive analytics. Its flagship product, The Lumiata Risk Matrix, provides personalized predictions regarding individual health changes, supported by a chain of medical reasoning. By leveraging over 120 million patient records and proprietary clinical knowledge, Lumiata's machine learning tools empower healthcare providers and payers to enhance decision-making, manage costs, and improve patient care. The company serves a range of clients, including payers, population health organizations, and digital health companies, facilitating applications in underwriting and care management while prioritizing member privacy.
Conservis
Series A in 2014
Conservis specializes in farm management software that aids agricultural producers in optimizing their operations. The platform allows users to track field activities, manage inventories, and analyze yields, thereby transforming business data into actionable insights. Founded in response to farmers' requests for better workflow management, Conservis has developed a system that is now utilized by leading agricultural producers to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. The software not only facilitates information sharing with stakeholders but also improves traceability and supports sustainable practices. With a focus on managing over $8 billion in assets, including land, equipment, and crops, Conservis helps its users navigate the complexities of modern agriculture and meet the increasing global demand for food.
Wayspring
Series A in 2014
Wayspring is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing medical, behavioral health, and social support services to individuals with complex needs, particularly those living with substance use disorder. The organization employs a comprehensive, longitudinal model that emphasizes targeted outreach to members, strategic partnerships with providers, and community-based peer support. By focusing on individualized care, Wayspring ensures that patients have their fundamental needs addressed, including access to healthcare, economic stability, and social connections. This approach aims to enhance adherence to evidence-based medical practices, reduce healthcare waste, and ultimately improve health outcomes for its patients.
Novihum Technologies
Series B in 2014
Novihum Technologies GmbH, based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in developing innovative soil enhancer products aimed at improving soil quality globally. Founded in 2012, the company emerged from research conducted at the Technical University of Dresden, which led to the creation of a natural soil enhancer derived from lignite. In 2016, Novihum established its first production facility in Dortmund to manufacture its flagship product, NOVIHUM, on an industrial scale. The company's offerings include stable humus concentrates that are organically produced and designed to restore soil health, enhance crop yields, and support sustainable gardening practices. With a team of around 30 employees, Novihum Technologies serves a diverse customer base across Europe, North America, and beyond, continuing to expand its impact in the agricultural sector.
Aspire Health
Series B in 2014
Aspire Health, Inc. is a healthcare company based in Nashville, Tennessee, that operates a network of outpatient palliative care practices for patients with serious illnesses. Established in 2012, the company focuses on providing relief from symptoms, pain, and stress associated with conditions such as cancer, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, kidney failure, liver failure, advanced dementia, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Aspire Health supports patients and their caregivers by navigating the healthcare system, aiding in complex treatment decisions, and offering emotional and spiritual guidance. The organization delivers home-based and outpatient clinical services across several Middle Tennessee counties, including Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson. Aspire Health operates as a subsidiary of Nash Holding Company and emphasizes disease management and care coordination across various settings, including outpatient clinics and assisted living centers.
Essence Group Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2014
Essence Group Holdings Corporation, through its subsidiaries, offers health insurance and software. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Maryland Heights, Missouri.
SwipeSense
Series A in 2014
SwipeSense, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in hand hygiene solutions and real-time data analytics for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of products, including portable and wall-mounted hand hygiene dispensers, monitoring badges, and data hubs. Their platform integrates various applications such as electronic hand hygiene monitoring, real-time asset tracking, and nursing insights, allowing healthcare facilities to streamline operations and access core metrics without navigating multiple systems. By leveraging location-aware applications and intelligent sensors, SwipeSense aims to enhance patient safety, foster behavior change in hand hygiene practices, and ultimately reduce preventable harm within healthcare settings. The system is designed for easy installation and minimal disruption to hospital staff, contributing to improved patient outcomes and more efficient care delivery.
AbilTo
Series B in 2014
AbilTo is a national behavioral healthcare provider that offers telehealth services across all fifty states, focusing on individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges due to medical events and life transitions. The company provides support through a network of licensed therapists and behavior coaches who guide participants in an eight-week program aimed at helping them set and achieve personal goals. This program is designed to assist individuals in reclaiming their lives, enhancing their overall happiness, health, and productivity. AbilTo operates under the brand name for various professional services entities that are either managed by or affiliated with AbilTo Inc.
enEvolv
Series A in 2014
enEvolv, Inc. specializes in engineering and licensing microorganisms, including bacteria, yeast, and algae, to produce chemicals, enzymes, and small molecules for various industries such as specialty chemicals, food, energy, personal care, and pharmaceuticals. Founded in 2011 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, enEvolv addresses the growing global demand for essential resources due to population growth and economic development. The company collaborates with other businesses to engineer novel microorganisms and enhance existing strains, aiming to increase production yield and product quality. Utilizing its proprietary genome engineering platform, which employs Multiplex Automated Genome Engineering (MAGE) technology developed at Harvard, enEvolv accelerates the evolution of living cells, offering significant advantages in speed, cost, and engineering capabilities. As of March 2020, enEvolv operates as a subsidiary of Zymergen, Inc.
Remedify
Seed Round in 2013
Remedify is a database and iPad app that helps technicians correctly clean and sterilize reusable surgical instruments. Remedify is cloud-based software that takes the guesswork out of sterile processing at hospitals and surgery centers.
PRSM Healthcare
Seed Round in 2013
PRSM Healthcare LLC specializes in patient relationship solutions and management, focusing on enhancing patient engagement and follow-up processes for healthcare providers. The company offers self-service platforms designed to facilitate patient scheduling and reduce the incidence of missed appointments, particularly in gastroenterology practices. Its flagship product, PRSM Care, provides a comprehensive solution for managing follow-ups, cancellations, and no-shows, enabling healthcare organizations to effectively track patient interactions and improve retention rates. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee, PRSM Healthcare also supports targeted relationship campaigns to attract new patients and engage specific patient groups, thereby addressing the non-clinical challenges faced by healthcare providers before patients arrive for their procedures.
ZeOmega
Funding Round in 2013
ZeOmega, established in 2001, specializes in population health management by offering a robust platform tailored for payers, providers, and organizations focused on value-based care. The platform integrates workflow, analytics, and communication tools, addressing the complexities of population health challenges. With a commitment to enhancing collaboration among stakeholders, ZeOmega's solutions support the implementation of diverse healthcare management strategies that aim to improve quality of care, boost provider performance, enhance patient satisfaction, and achieve cost savings. The company serves a wide range of clients, including health plans, medical management organizations, and disease management entities, providing the necessary resources for effective care delivery and compliance while optimizing revenue.
Doggyloot
Series A in 2013
Doggyloot is a leading flash sales site focused on providing discounts on dog-related products to members across the United States. Founded in December 2010 by Ryan Schoop, Nick Rosa, and Millie Tadewaldt, the company features daily deals on a variety of items, including toys, treats, chews, and accessories, offering savings of 25 to 75 percent off retail prices along with free shipping. Doggyloot aims to introduce dog owners to unique and high-quality products while ensuring affordability. In September 2011, the company expanded its offerings by launching an online community called Doggywoof, which provides articles and answers to questions related to dog training, health, DIY projects, and recipes, with contributions from certified veterinarians and trainers. In May 2012, Jeff Eckerling joined as CEO, further enhancing the company's leadership.
Change Healthcare
Series D in 2013
Change Healthcare Inc. is an independent healthcare technology platform focused on enhancing clinical, financial, administrative, and patient engagement outcomes within the U.S. healthcare system. The company operates through three primary segments: Software and Analytics, Network Solutions, and Technology-Enabled Services. The Software and Analytics segment provides solutions for financial performance, payment accuracy, and clinical decision management, among other areas. The Network Solutions segment facilitates various financial and administrative transactions, including electronic payments and data aggregation. Meanwhile, the Technology-Enabled Services segment offers solutions for financial management, value-based care, and pharmacy benefits administration. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Change Healthcare emerged from a spinoff of healthcare processing and consulting services previously acquired by McKesson. The company aims to improve efficiency and outcomes for healthcare providers and payers through its comprehensive technology platform.
NaviHealth
Venture Round in 2013
NaviHealth, Inc. is a provider of post-acute healthcare services that focuses on managing the entire post-acute care continuum in the United States. The company partners with health plans, hospitals, and post-acute providers to deliver comprehensive care management solutions. NaviHealth develops software and utilizes proprietary technology to support care transitions, providing clinical service support to optimize patient outcomes. Their approach includes evidence-based protocols, data analysis, and decision support tools that enhance care design and patient satisfaction while reducing hospital readmissions and inpatient days. Founded in 2011 and based in Brentwood, Tennessee, with additional offices in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, NaviHealth operates as a subsidiary of OptumHealth, Inc.
EveryMove
Series A in 2013
EveryMove, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that operates a rewards platform aimed at encouraging healthy lifestyle choices among users. Established in 2008, the company offers a web-based application available on both Android and iOS, which allows individuals and organizations to engage in fitness activities and challenges. This platform enables insurance companies, employers, and brands to provide incentives and rewards based on users' health-related decisions. EveryMove's application facilitates communication among users, allowing them to network, share personal fitness data, and participate in employer rewards programs. In addition, the company has developed a cloud-based analytics platform called Tandem, designed to enhance the relationship between health plans and individuals by promoting targeted actions that align with healthcare goals, thereby improving care management and overall health engagement. As of 2017, EveryMove operates as a subsidiary of higi SH LLC.
Foodini
Seed Round in 2012
Foodini is a meal recommendation engine that tailors weekly meal plans and grocery lists based on individual food and cooking preferences. Users begin by detailing their likes, dislikes, allergies, and dietary restrictions on the Foodini website. They also indicate their preferred cooking styles and the time they wish to spend preparing meals. Using this information, Foodini's engine generates a customized meal plan that includes recipes for main courses, sides, and desserts, along with a corresponding grocery list. Members pay a monthly subscription fee and can earn discount credits by sharing their meal plans on social media or by contributing their own recipes. Founded in 2012 by Dan Roberts and Dave Shapiro, Foodini is supported by Sandbox Industries, a venture capital firm. Additionally, Foodini offers an online cooking learning platform that provides access to video lessons and live interactions with professional chefs, allowing users to explore diverse global recipes.
GetAFive
Seed Round in 2012
GetAFive is an online platform designed to assist students in preparing for Advanced Placement (AP) exams by offering a comprehensive suite of study tools. Founded in 2012 by Lindsay Cohen and Danny Levi, the platform provides customized study plans, video reviews from expert teachers, practice tests, and diagnostic assessments to identify areas needing improvement. Students begin their preparation with a diagnostic test and then access individual video lessons, each accompanied by review quizzes and study notes. After completing the video reviews, students can take practice exams and have their free response questions graded by AP teachers. Parents can also create accounts to purchase classes for their students and track their progress through video lessons and quiz results. GetAFive aims to enhance student readiness for both AP exams and regular tests throughout the school year.
CareSimply
Seed Round in 2012
CareSimply is a website that helps families find, hire, and manage local in-home caregivers. CareSimply's directory lists caregivers with whom the company has conducted interviews and performed background checks; families can search this list to find the appropriate provider for their loved ones. Caregiver profiles provide families with information on expertise, educational background, work experience, professional licenses, and patient reviews. Families can also interview and hire caregivers with CareSimply by scheduling and paying for services directly through the website. CareSimply assists families by taking care of paperwork, contracts, insurance, and taxes. CareSimply was founded in 2012 by Anthony Wijnen and Matthew Larson, and is backed by venture capital firm and startup foundry Sandbox Industries.
SwipeSense
Venture Round in 2012
SwipeSense, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in hand hygiene solutions and real-time data analytics for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2011, the company provides a range of products, including portable and wall-mounted hand hygiene dispensers, monitoring badges, and data hubs. Their platform integrates various applications such as electronic hand hygiene monitoring, real-time asset tracking, and nursing insights, allowing healthcare facilities to streamline operations and access core metrics without navigating multiple systems. By leveraging location-aware applications and intelligent sensors, SwipeSense aims to enhance patient safety, foster behavior change in hand hygiene practices, and ultimately reduce preventable harm within healthcare settings. The system is designed for easy installation and minimal disruption to hospital staff, contributing to improved patient outcomes and more efficient care delivery.
Patientco Holdings
Series A in 2012
Patientco Holdings, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a payment technology company specializing in the healthcare sector. It offers a comprehensive, cloud-based patient billing and payment platform that integrates various communication and payment tools. These include digital-first billing, e-bills, SMS messaging, payment plans, patient financing, automated payment systems, and advanced analytics. Patientco's platform aims to enhance the patient payment experience, increase revenue for healthcare systems, and improve financial care across the entire patient journey. It has been recognized as the Best in KLAS for Patient Financial Engagement Platforms and has received the Healthcare Financial Management Association's Peer Review designation.
CakeStyle
Seed Round in 2012
CakeStyle is an online media company and sustainable style blog, offering fashion and beauty product reviews, style advice, and trends coverage for fashion-savvy shoppers. CakeStyle was founded in August 2011 by Cecelia Myers and Millie Tadewaldt, originally as a virtual styling service and fashion subscription box. In August 2012, CakeStyle announced that it had raised $1M in seed funding from the [Sandbox Advantage Fund](https://www.sandboxindustries.com). In 2015 CakeStyle ended its subscription box service, in favor of further funding and growing its digital resources through its popular blog. The company has grown to become a leading resource for shoppers to discover products, trends and style advice.
Allylix
Venture Round in 2012
Allylix, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, with research and development laboratories in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 2002, the company specializes in developing terpene products and their derivatives for various markets, including flavor and fragrance, food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and biofuels. Notable among its offerings is nootkatone, a grapefruit flavor used in beverages such as fruit juices and citrus-flavored sodas. Additionally, Allylix works on sesquiterpenes that contribute to the aroma chemical segment of the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as production platforms for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors.
Change Healthcare
Series C in 2012
Change Healthcare Inc. is an independent healthcare technology platform focused on enhancing clinical, financial, administrative, and patient engagement outcomes within the U.S. healthcare system. The company operates through three primary segments: Software and Analytics, Network Solutions, and Technology-Enabled Services. The Software and Analytics segment provides solutions for financial performance, payment accuracy, and clinical decision management, among other areas. The Network Solutions segment facilitates various financial and administrative transactions, including electronic payments and data aggregation. Meanwhile, the Technology-Enabled Services segment offers solutions for financial management, value-based care, and pharmacy benefits administration. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Change Healthcare emerged from a spinoff of healthcare processing and consulting services previously acquired by McKesson. The company aims to improve efficiency and outcomes for healthcare providers and payers through its comprehensive technology platform.
ScholarPRO
Series A in 2012
ScholarPRO Incorporated is an online platform designed to assist students in finding and applying for scholarships that match their criteria. Founded in 2009 and based in Chicago, Illinois, ScholarPRO aims to simplify the scholarship application process, which can often be burdensome due to complicated paperwork, repetitive forms, and additional costs like postage and transcript fees. By streamlining the entire process from search to submission, ScholarPRO seeks to alleviate the challenges students face, allowing them to focus more on their education rather than the complexities of scholarship applications.
Aratana Therapeutics
Series B in 2011
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, the company focuses on addressing unmet medical needs in companion animal care through high-quality medicines. Its product portfolio includes various therapeutics, such as NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Aratana is also advancing treatments for conditions like osteosarcoma in dogs and a range of therapies for cats, including a specialized formulation for pain management and treatments for feline herpes virus-induced conditions. The company has established collaboration agreements with other health organizations to enhance the development and commercialization of its products.
Doggyloot
Seed Round in 2011
Doggyloot is a leading flash sales site focused on providing discounts on dog-related products to members across the United States. Founded in December 2010 by Ryan Schoop, Nick Rosa, and Millie Tadewaldt, the company features daily deals on a variety of items, including toys, treats, chews, and accessories, offering savings of 25 to 75 percent off retail prices along with free shipping. Doggyloot aims to introduce dog owners to unique and high-quality products while ensuring affordability. In September 2011, the company expanded its offerings by launching an online community called Doggywoof, which provides articles and answers to questions related to dog training, health, DIY projects, and recipes, with contributions from certified veterinarians and trainers. In May 2012, Jeff Eckerling joined as CEO, further enhancing the company's leadership.
BabbaCo (acquired by Barefoot Books in 2014)
Seed Round in 2011
BabbaCo, Inc. is a subscription service that offers monthly boxes of themed activities designed to facilitate hands-on learning for children. Each box contains a selection of educational materials centered around various themes such as cooking, gratitude, recycling, detective work, and music. By providing these curated activities, BabbaCo aims to assist parents in engaging their children in interactive and educational experiences, making parenting more manageable and enriching.
Alltuition
Seed Round in 2011
Alltuition is an online search engine that enables collage students to find sources for financial aid. It tracks hundreds of student loan providers to help students find the best loans they are eligible for and to understand the real cost of borrowing.
FeeFighters
Seed Round in 2011
FeeFighters operates an online marketplace that simplifies the selection of credit card processing services for business owners. By allowing merchants to compare and choose from multiple bids in a reverse auction format, FeeFighters enables users to secure the best deals, often resulting in savings of approximately 40 percent on processing fees. Additionally, the company offers free tools, including a credit card processing calculator, to assist businesses in making informed financial decisions. This approach streamlines the process of finding a suitable merchant account provider, making it as straightforward as booking a flight online.
Nexidia
Series F in 2010
Nexidia Inc. specializes in audio and video analysis technologies designed to optimize media interactions. The company offers a variety of solutions, including Nexidia Interaction Analytics, which helps users synthesize and analyze multichannel contact center communications. Other products include Nexidia Capture for call recording, Nexidia Scan and Agent Assist for real-time monitoring, and Nexidia Dialogue Search, which allows content producers to search for specific phrases within audio content. Additionally, Nexidia provides quality control tools for captioning, automation solutions for video compliance, and advanced tools for audio discovery and organization. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including communications, finance, healthcare, and legal sectors, enabling them to unlock the value of unstructured audio and video data. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Nexidia operates as a subsidiary of NICE Systems Ltd.
Lab42
Seed Round in 2010
Lab42 is a market research company established in 2010, specializing in obtaining consumer feedback through online surveys conducted on social networking platforms. By leveraging social media and other digital avenues, Lab42 provides accurate and targeted insights quickly and affordably, distinguishing itself from traditional market research firms. The company offers a range of services, including client consultation, survey design and programming, and infographic creation, addressing various market research needs such as validating startup concepts, refining investment strategies, and testing product ideas, including logo design and pricing. With a focus on delivering valuable consumer insights, Lab42 caters to clients who may find conventional market research methods too costly or time-consuming. The company's leadership includes CEO Gauri Sharma, who joined in 2011, and it is supported by Sandbox Industries.
Phreesia
Series D in 2010
Phreesia is a privately held company that provides innovative software solutions aimed at enhancing patient check-in and engagement in healthcare settings. By replacing traditional patient clipboards with a wireless touchscreen device known as the PhreesiaPad, the company automates the check-in process, securely collecting personal health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This technology integrates seamlessly with existing electronic medical records, ensuring that physician workflows are not disrupted while capturing comprehensive patient data. Phreesia also improves the patient experience by facilitating appointment preparation, offering relevant health education, and enabling patients to verify previously recorded information. Additionally, the company focuses on activating patients in their care to optimize health outcomes through a range of services, including registration, appointment scheduling, payment processing, and post-appointment surveys. Backed by premier venture capital firms, Phreesia has raised significant funding to support its mission of enhancing the operational and financial performance of healthcare organizations.
Aquaspy
Series B in 2010
AquaSpy, Inc. specializes in the development of underground soil moisture sensors designed to measure and monitor soil moisture levels, benefiting agricultural practices across several regions, including Australia, South America, and the United States. Founded in 2000 and based in San Diego, California, AquaSpy operates as a subsidiary of AquaSpy Group Pty Ltd., which has been active since 1997 and is headquartered in Thebarton, Australia. The company provides a comprehensive range of products, including moisture sensors, irrigation system regulators, data loggers, and weather stations, aimed at helping farmers optimize crop yield and water usage. With over 50,000 sensors deployed globally, AquaSpy's technology has demonstrated significant effectiveness, enabling farmers to improve yields and make informed decisions regarding water and nutrient management. Its services extend to various sectors, including agriculture, urban landscaping, and municipal markets, exemplifying the company's commitment to intelligent water management solutions.
SATeducacional
Series A in 2010
Bloom Health is a benefits company that offers agencies and employees with insights to predict and manage benefits costs. Bloom Health offers employees with benefits options, compensation management solutions, and consulting services. They also provides a cloud-based solution to predict and manage costs. Bloom Health is acquired by Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Inc. Bloom Health was founded in 2009 and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Phreesia
Series C in 2009
Phreesia is a privately held company that provides innovative software solutions aimed at enhancing patient check-in and engagement in healthcare settings. By replacing traditional patient clipboards with a wireless touchscreen device known as the PhreesiaPad, the company automates the check-in process, securely collecting personal health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. This technology integrates seamlessly with existing electronic medical records, ensuring that physician workflows are not disrupted while capturing comprehensive patient data. Phreesia also improves the patient experience by facilitating appointment preparation, offering relevant health education, and enabling patients to verify previously recorded information. Additionally, the company focuses on activating patients in their care to optimize health outcomes through a range of services, including registration, appointment scheduling, payment processing, and post-appointment surveys. Backed by premier venture capital firms, Phreesia has raised significant funding to support its mission of enhancing the operational and financial performance of healthcare organizations.
Divergence
Series C in 2009
Divergence is a research and development company focused on creating effective and environmentally sustainable methods for controlling parasites and pests, particularly parasitic nematodes. These roundworms are significant agricultural pests, inflicting billions of dollars in damage to various crops, such as soybeans, corn, cotton, strawberries, and bananas. Additionally, some nematodes are responsible for serious human diseases, including hookworm, whipworm, and roundworm infections, as well as filarial infections that lead to lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis. By developing innovative genes and molecules, Divergence aims to address the challenges posed by these harmful organisms in both agricultural and medical contexts.
Initiate Systems
Venture Round in 2008
Initiate Systems specializes in master data management (MDM) software, helping organizations effectively utilize and share vital data assets. The company provides solutions for customer data integration and enterprise master person indexing, catering to various sectors including financial services, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail. By delivering comprehensive, accurate, and real-time insights from data across multiple sources, even beyond an organization's firewall, Initiate Systems enables businesses to harness the full potential of their data. This capability supports organizations in gaining competitive advantages and enhancing their operational efficiency.
MIG Email Marketing
Series A in 2000
MIG Email Marketing offers customer loyalty and retention programs for local merchants to drive in-store traffic. Its services include custom survey and marketing research, patron wish lists, loyalty and frequency card programs, referral rewards programs, custom data collection, POS integration, data tracking, online reporting, and email building. The company also offers web site design, development, deployment, and hosting services; and search engine optimization services. MIG Email Marketing was founded in 2000 and is based in Southfield, Michigan.
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