Santa Barbara Venture Partners

BuyerCaddy delivers strategic insights for selecting future technology purchases while delivering immediate savings, and develops customizable, mobile sales enablement tools that accelerate the sales process, improve efficiency, and reduce administrative tasks, helping sales teams shorten the cycle and meet their targets.

Meez Culinary Solutions is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in creating an interactive platform for recipe management. The company's platform allows users to transform recipe content, including videos and images, into a comprehensive database that facilitates ideation, organization, and collaboration. With features such as accurate ingredient costing, automated scaling and conversions, and specialized allergen identification, Meez empowers cooks to efficiently manage their culinary ideas and streamline their cooking processes. This platform not only enhances recipe sharing but also supports users in executing their culinary visions effectively.

Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.

Curri offers on-demand delivery services for construction materials, parts, and tools via its mobile application. Founded in 2018, it connects supply stores to customers using an 'Uber-like' last-mile delivery model, providing live updates and proof-of-delivery tracking.

Hydrosat is a climate technology company that uses space-based thermal imagery to measure water stress in agriculture, supporting water stewardship, food security, public safety and environmental management. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the company develops irrigation and crop management software that helps governments and other customers preserve water while boosting crop yields. Its software provides field irrigation planning, regional irrigation diagnosis and monitoring, and field production forecasting, delivering field- and regional-level analytics through a web portal, mobile app, and API. Hydrosat aims to enable informed decisions and sustainable practices worldwide, combining satellite data with actionable insights for governments, institutions, and enterprises.

Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.

Spin.AI is a SaaS company based in Palo Alto, California. It specializes in protecting sensitive data in cloud environments against ransomware, human error, and insider threats. The company's AI-powered platform monitors, secures, and backs up critical data for Google G Suite and Microsoft Office 365 users, providing an additional layer of security beyond what typical cloud service providers offer.

Nice Healthcare LLC is a nurse practitioner-led primary care clinic based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 2017. The company focuses on providing comprehensive healthcare solutions for small and medium-sized businesses through innovative technology and in-home care. Its services include virtual and in-home primary care, virtual mental health therapy, and virtual physical therapy. Patients can access these services via a subscription model, allowing them to schedule video or in-person visits with licensed and certified nurse practitioners or physician assistants. This approach enables individuals to receive seamless and convenient healthcare tailored to their needs.

Hydrosat is a climate technology company that uses space-based thermal imagery to measure water stress in agriculture, supporting water stewardship, food security, public safety and environmental management. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the company develops irrigation and crop management software that helps governments and other customers preserve water while boosting crop yields. Its software provides field irrigation planning, regional irrigation diagnosis and monitoring, and field production forecasting, delivering field- and regional-level analytics through a web portal, mobile app, and API. Hydrosat aims to enable informed decisions and sustainable practices worldwide, combining satellite data with actionable insights for governments, institutions, and enterprises.

Rad AI develops an artificial intelligence platform that automates report generation for radiologists. Its solution integrates with existing workflows, automating repetitive tasks to enhance efficiency, reduce burnout, and improve patient care.

Jackpocket, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2013 that operates a mobile application enabling users to buy official state lottery tickets conveniently. The app, available on iOS and Android devices, serves as a licensed third-party lottery courier, allowing players to order tickets for their preferred games, check results, participate in lottery pools to increase their chances of winning, and receive alerts for any winnings. The platform promotes a secure and responsible approach to lottery participation, having facilitated over $450 million in lottery prizes, including a record-breaking $9.4 million win in New Jersey. Jackpocket operates in numerous states, including Arizona, New York, and Texas, with plans to expand into more markets.

Hydrosat is a climate technology company that uses space-based thermal imagery to measure water stress in agriculture, supporting water stewardship, food security, public safety and environmental management. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the company develops irrigation and crop management software that helps governments and other customers preserve water while boosting crop yields. Its software provides field irrigation planning, regional irrigation diagnosis and monitoring, and field production forecasting, delivering field- and regional-level analytics through a web portal, mobile app, and API. Hydrosat aims to enable informed decisions and sustainable practices worldwide, combining satellite data with actionable insights for governments, institutions, and enterprises.

Nice Healthcare LLC is a nurse practitioner-led primary care clinic based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 2017. The company focuses on providing comprehensive healthcare solutions for small and medium-sized businesses through innovative technology and in-home care. Its services include virtual and in-home primary care, virtual mental health therapy, and virtual physical therapy. Patients can access these services via a subscription model, allowing them to schedule video or in-person visits with licensed and certified nurse practitioners or physician assistants. This approach enables individuals to receive seamless and convenient healthcare tailored to their needs.

Classy, Inc., established in 2006 and headquartered in San Diego, California, specializes in developing and operating an online and mobile fundraising platform for nonprofit organizations and social enterprises globally. The company provides an all-in-one solution for crowdfunding, peer-to-peer campaigns, event ticketing, and direct donations, along with branding and customization tools. Classy also offers integrated solutions with Salesforce and dedicated support services. Since 2011, Classy has facilitated tens of millions of donations from over 190 countries, raising over $2 billion for social causes.

Founded in 2012 by UC Berkeley PhDs, Voltaiq specializes in battery analytics software. Its Enterprise Battery Intelligence™ platform optimizes battery performance, enhances safety, and improves financing for customers across transportation, consumer electronics, energy storage, and the full battery supply chain.

Specright Inc. is a technology company that specializes in enterprise software solutions for Specification Data Management. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Specright offers a cloud-based platform that standardizes and digitizes specification data across the supply chain, including raw materials, ingredients, formulas, packaging, and finished goods. The company provides a suite of tools designed to enhance supplier collaboration, streamline procurement processes, and improve overall efficiency. Among its offerings are supplier management software, a marketplace for vendor discovery, and solutions for cost savings and data integration. Specright also supports various industries, including food and beverage, beauty and cosmetics, consumer packaged goods, and retail, with a focus on sustainability and profitability throughout the product life cycle.

Founded in 2015, Bark Technologies is a software company based in Atlanta, Georgia. It uses AI and machine learning to detect and alert parents to potential issues their children may face online, such as cyberbullying, suicidal ideation, or school shooting threats. Bark's platform monitors social media, text messages, and emails, providing parents with actionable insights to help protect their children.