Scout Ventures

Scout Ventures, founded in 2009, is a venture capital firm headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Washington, D.C. The firm specializes in seed-stage investments in North American companies, focusing on frontier technologies such as drones, robotics, autonomous mobility, cybersecurity, and software as a service (SaaS). Scout Ventures seeks to support capital-efficient businesses founded by experienced entrepreneurs who are developing transformative technologies. The firm leverages its extensive networks within the government, military, and intelligence communities to identify and invest in startups led by military and intelligence veterans. By cultivating relationships and sharing expertise, Scout Ventures aims to foster the growth of innovative companies that contribute to a safer and more advanced technological landscape.

Wes Blackwell

Partner

Taylor Craig

Associate

Stephen DiBartolomeo

Principal

Cody Huggins

Principal

129 past transactions

UbiQD

Series B in 2025
UbiQD, LLC is a cleantech materials company based in Los Alamos, New Mexico, that specializes in the production of low-hazard quantum dots and nanocomposites. Founded in 2014, UbiQD aims to make its innovative materials widely accessible for various applications, including agriculture, safety, design, solar energy, lighting, security, and personal care. The company offers UbiGro, a retrofit luminescent film designed to enhance crop growth by optimizing sunlight in greenhouses. UbiQD's low-toxicity quantum dots are engineered to efficiently convert light from one color to another, making them suitable for a range of industries while adhering to safety standards. The firm's strategic location near Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratory facilitates valuable collaborations with leading scientists, furthering its mission to advance nanomaterial production and application.

EnCharge AI

Series B in 2025
EnCharge AI specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence hardware and software systems tailored for edge computing. The company provides a robust computing platform designed to enhance AI capabilities, enabling larger models, improved accuracy, higher resolutions, and support for multiple camera channels. By leveraging years of research and development, EnCharge AI offers differentiated technology that facilitates scalable AI architectures and flexible software integration. This allows businesses to access sophisticated AI solutions efficiently and effectively, minimizing the need for time-consuming and costly workarounds.

HavocAI

Seed Round in 2024
HavocAI is an artificial intelligence company that offers maritime autonomy solutions to the defense and commercial markets.

Beacon AI

Series A in 2024
Beacon AI develops advanced pilot assistant technology designed to enhance flight safety for commercial, charter, and defense aviation fleets. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the company aims to minimize human error and improve operational efficiency. Its platform offers various features, including pilot assistance, fleet monitoring, third-party integration, and route optimization. These innovations empower pilots to enhance safety and address challenges at the intersection of technology and aviation, thereby contributing to a safer flying experience.

Tern AI

Seed Round in 2024
Tern AI is a firm that aims to offer a GPS substitute. With its special position, Tern AI can lead the way in innovations that improve the security, dependability, and effectiveness of international transportation systems.

USUL

Pre Seed Round in 2024
USUL is a modern government intelligence platform that provides software solutions.

Taqtile

Venture Round in 2024
Taqtile, Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in developing cloud-based solutions utilizing augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR). Its flagship platform, Manifest, enhances the productivity and safety of front-line workers by enabling knowledge capture and collaborative data visualization. Manifest provides deskless workers instant access to expert guidance through step-by-step instructions, significantly reducing the time required for training on complex tasks. The platform is device agnostic, functioning on various devices, including mobile phones and tablets, and can operate in secure or remote environments without connectivity. Taqtile's technology has been adopted across diverse industries, leading to substantial improvements in operational efficiency and reductions in error rates. By facilitating real-time communication between workers and experts, Manifest supports effective problem-solving and decision-making, ensuring that organizations can optimize their workforce capabilities and drive consistency in their operations.

Radical

Seed Round in 2024
Radical is focused on providing advanced communication solutions through the development of high-altitude solar aircraft that autonomously navigate the stratosphere. These aircraft deliver continuous LTE or 5G service to over 90% of the global population, significantly enhancing network coverage in underserved areas at a fraction of the cost of traditional terrestrial networks. In addition to offering cell service, Radical's aircraft are equipped to collect multi-spectral imagery and carry weather and climate sensors, facilitating zero-emissions connectivity and environmental observation for the aerospace industry.

EnCharge AI

Series A in 2023
EnCharge AI specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence hardware and software systems tailored for edge computing. The company provides a robust computing platform designed to enhance AI capabilities, enabling larger models, improved accuracy, higher resolutions, and support for multiple camera channels. By leveraging years of research and development, EnCharge AI offers differentiated technology that facilitates scalable AI architectures and flexible software integration. This allows businesses to access sophisticated AI solutions efficiently and effectively, minimizing the need for time-consuming and costly workarounds.

BioFlyte

Series B in 2023
BioFlyte specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced aerosol mass spectrometers and related products aimed at detecting biological and low-volatility chemical threats. The company's innovative devices are designed to identify a wide range of airborne hazards, including microbes, spores, bacteria, viruses, biotoxins, and opioids. By utilizing cutting-edge biodefense technologies, BioFlyte's instruments can efficiently collect aerosol samples from air, liquids, or powders, allowing users to receive timely alerts about potential bio-chemical dangers. This capability enables clients to respond effectively to threats, enhancing safety and security in various environments.

ID.me

Series D in 2023
ID.me, Inc. is an identity verification company that provides solutions for identity proofing, authentication, and group affiliation verification across various sectors, including government, healthcare, and commercial industries. Its platform allows users to securely prove and share their legal identities online, simplifying access to benefits and services through a single verified account. Key offerings include Identity Gateway, which integrates multiple identity providers, and Multi-Factor Authentication to enhance security. The company also features Document Verification using AI for authenticity checks, Compliance Monitor for regulatory adherence, and Group Verification for validating affiliations, enabling organizations to offer exclusive discounts to specific demographics such as military personnel and students. Founded in 2010 and based in McLean, Virginia, ID.me was originally known as TroopSwap, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Agnostiq

Seed Round in 2023
Agnostiq Inc. specializes in developing security software for quantum cloud computers, ensuring secure access to cloud platforms while maintaining the privacy of data and algorithms. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company offers cross-platform solutions that integrate with existing software development kits (SDKs), allowing users to adjust security levels based on the quantum hardware utilized. Additionally, Agnostiq is known for its Covalent platform, a cloud-agnostic and scalable computing solution that provides on-demand, serverless access to artificial intelligence infrastructure, including Nvidia H100s and A100s. Covalent enables users to scale computing resources with a single line of code and is available in both open-source and cloud-hosted enterprise formats. The platform supports efficient serverless resource management, multi-cloud mobility, and workflow orchestration, catering to diverse computing needs.

Lonestar

Seed Round in 2023
Lonestar is an information technology company that provides secure, immutable storage and edge processing services to customers. They provide data services to the moon for both the terrestrial archival market and to support space operations with data analytics, archival services, and broadband relay to terrestrial public and private clouds.

BioFlyte

Series B in 2022
BioFlyte specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced aerosol mass spectrometers and related products aimed at detecting biological and low-volatility chemical threats. The company's innovative devices are designed to identify a wide range of airborne hazards, including microbes, spores, bacteria, viruses, biotoxins, and opioids. By utilizing cutting-edge biodefense technologies, BioFlyte's instruments can efficiently collect aerosol samples from air, liquids, or powders, allowing users to receive timely alerts about potential bio-chemical dangers. This capability enables clients to respond effectively to threats, enhancing safety and security in various environments.

EnCharge AI

Series A in 2022
EnCharge AI specializes in developing advanced artificial intelligence hardware and software systems tailored for edge computing. The company provides a robust computing platform designed to enhance AI capabilities, enabling larger models, improved accuracy, higher resolutions, and support for multiple camera channels. By leveraging years of research and development, EnCharge AI offers differentiated technology that facilitates scalable AI architectures and flexible software integration. This allows businesses to access sophisticated AI solutions efficiently and effectively, minimizing the need for time-consuming and costly workarounds.

Vanta

Seed Round in 2022
Vanta is a youth esports development platform that partners with schools and community organizations to offer a comprehensive digital esports experience for children aged 8 to 18. The platform features competitive esports leagues, development camps, and expert coaching, all designed to foster skill development and teamwork among young gamers. By creating a structured and safe environment, Vanta aims to help children enhance their gaming abilities while promoting a sense of belonging within a welcoming community. The organization focuses on mentorship and support, ensuring that young players can thrive both in their gaming pursuits and personal growth.

SightX

Seed Round in 2022
SightX is an automated consumer insights platform that facilitates data-driven decision-making for marketing, branding, and consumer experience teams. The platform allows organizations to streamline their research processes by automatically developing customer personas and engaging users through surveys via email, text, and social media. This functionality helps users gain a deeper understanding of consumer values, lifestyles, motivations, and preferences. By providing a unified solution for consumer engagement and advanced analysis, SightX empowers researchers and marketers to derive actionable insights that can significantly influence business strategies and growth. With its robust and flexible research capabilities, SightX transforms how teams access and utilize consumer insights to enhance their operations.

Halion Displays

Seed Round in 2022
Halion Displays Inc., founded in 2015 and located in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in the development of low-power, full-color displays designed for portable devices, including smartwatches and e-readers. The company's innovative technology is inspired by traditional printing methods, utilizing advanced cyan, magenta, and yellow materials that can rapidly change colors, thus providing a high refresh rate. Halion Displays aims to establish a new global standard in display technologies, offering daylight-visible displays that combine the best features of print with the capability to display video, enhancing the user experience in next-generation devices.

GelSight

Convertible Note in 2022
GelSight, Inc. specializes in advanced sensor technology solutions for precise surface measurements. The company has developed the GelSight benchtop scanner, which captures the surface geometry of various materials and accurately measures rigid objects across a wide range of scales. Their innovative technology allows for detailed three-dimensional visualization and measurement, revealing features that are not discernible to the naked eye, and providing dimensional accuracy to single-digit microns. GelSight's products are utilized in diverse sectors, including aerospace, electronics, and forensics, as well as in academic and research environments. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, GelSight continues to enhance its offerings while addressing the evolving surface measurement needs of its clients.

Seemore

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Seemore is a company focused on assisting creators in monetizing their work more efficiently through an automated page creation platform. This platform scans the internet to gather essential information and constructs visually appealing pages that showcase the creators' content. By streamlining the process of building these pages, Seemore enables creators to enhance their online presence and grow their audience more rapidly. The service is designed to simplify the way creators present their work, ultimately facilitating their financial success.

Chiplytics

Grant in 2022
Chiplytics focuses on data-driven inspection technology aimed at enhancing insights within the microelectronics supply chain. The company has developed a flagship product that automates quality assurance for semiconductors by capturing both an electrical signature and an image of each chip. Through a patented analysis process, Chiplytics determines the authenticity and error-free status of the chips. This innovative approach allows clients to improve the reliability and scalability of their hardware assurance, addressing challenges related to counterfeit semiconductors and ensuring higher standards in semiconductor quality.

Chiplytics

Seed Round in 2022
Chiplytics focuses on data-driven inspection technology aimed at enhancing insights within the microelectronics supply chain. The company has developed a flagship product that automates quality assurance for semiconductors by capturing both an electrical signature and an image of each chip. Through a patented analysis process, Chiplytics determines the authenticity and error-free status of the chips. This innovative approach allows clients to improve the reliability and scalability of their hardware assurance, addressing challenges related to counterfeit semiconductors and ensuring higher standards in semiconductor quality.

Mappy

Seed Round in 2022
Mappy provides operational maps and developer tools for mobile apps to venues. The company's advanced mapping engine is designed to enhance the guest experience by providing the ability to find friends, family, and amenities on venue-specific, interactive 2D/3D maps (along with advanced GIS functionality of indoor/outdoor navigation and AR). The underlying data analytics platform provides information on guest movement patterns and visualization tools to inform data-driven decisions.

ClearMix

Seed Round in 2022
Clearmix is a company that specializes in producing branded video content specifically for sales and marketing teams through a completely remote process. The business operates a video marketing platform that features a remote recording studio and is supported by a network of professional video editors. This innovative setup allows clients to create high-quality video content from virtually any location and at any time, facilitating the sharing of their ideas with a broader audience. Clearmix’s services cater to the growing demand for effective video marketing solutions in a flexible and accessible manner.

Resonant Link

Seed Round in 2022
Resonant Link LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Shelburne, Vermont, specializes in the development of advanced wireless charging solutions utilizing innovative coil technology. The company's signature product, the multi-layer self-resonant structure (MSRS), enhances the efficiency and performance of wireless power systems. Serving diverse industries including robotics, drones, and electric vehicles, Resonant Link aims to deliver wireless power solutions that are fast, safe, and reliable. By eliminating costly components found in traditional wireless chargers, Resonant Link's technology not only improves efficiency but also reduces the size, weight, and overall cost of charging systems. This enables a wide range of applications, from large industrial vehicles to compact medical devices.

Civitech

Series A in 2022
Civitech is a political technology startup focused on leveraging technology to address civic challenges and enhance democratic participation. Established in 2019 and based in Austin, Texas, the company develops a range of integrated technology and data solutions aimed at supporting democratic candidates, progressive causes, and local governments. Its flagship product, CampaignOS, serves as a comprehensive campaign integration platform that facilitates collaboration among candidates, staff members, and volunteers. By providing tools that streamline campaign management and increase civic engagement, Civitech aims to promote a fairer and more equitable democracy.

Ravyn

Convertible Note in 2021
Ravyn is an AI sales tool that automatically extracts valuable customer insights from a block of text, so you can laser focus your outreach efforts and win more deals, faster. It's not a CRM. Ravyn is "smart-tagging" for people - proven to speed up sales cycles and boost retention for startups and Fortune 500 companies.

Lonestar

Seed Round in 2021
Lonestar is an information technology company that provides secure, immutable storage and edge processing services to customers. They provide data services to the moon for both the terrestrial archival market and to support space operations with data analytics, archival services, and broadband relay to terrestrial public and private clouds.

De-Ice

Venture Round in 2021
De-Ice is an MIT spin-out focused on developing advanced ground and in-flight ice protection systems for the aerospace industry. The company offers an electric de-icing technology that improves operational efficiency by replacing traditional on-ground chemical solutions with a faster, safer, and more cost-effective alternative. This innovative system not only minimizes disruptions to operations but also enhances the capability for flights to access remote locations. Additionally, it improves in-flight performance by eliminating the need for bleed air, thereby supporting a more efficient and reliable aviation experience.

Arena Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Arena Labs is focused on enhancing the skills necessary for success in the demanding field of medicine. The company aims to transform the training of healthcare professionals by shifting the emphasis from mere endurance to effective performance. Its performance coaching platform provides personalized analytics and feedback regarding clinician health and performance. This includes data-driven methodologies and actionable daily practices that help optimize stress management, energy levels, and recovery. Additionally, Arena Labs offers insights that track changes and measure progress in clinicians' biomarkers, equipping them to better prepare for, respond to, and recover from the chronic pressures experienced in frontline healthcare settings.

Agnostiq

Seed Round in 2021
Agnostiq Inc. specializes in developing security software for quantum cloud computers, ensuring secure access to cloud platforms while maintaining the privacy of data and algorithms. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company offers cross-platform solutions that integrate with existing software development kits (SDKs), allowing users to adjust security levels based on the quantum hardware utilized. Additionally, Agnostiq is known for its Covalent platform, a cloud-agnostic and scalable computing solution that provides on-demand, serverless access to artificial intelligence infrastructure, including Nvidia H100s and A100s. Covalent enables users to scale computing resources with a single line of code and is available in both open-source and cloud-hosted enterprise formats. The platform supports efficient serverless resource management, multi-cloud mobility, and workflow orchestration, catering to diverse computing needs.

UbiQD

Series A in 2020
UbiQD, LLC is a cleantech materials company based in Los Alamos, New Mexico, that specializes in the production of low-hazard quantum dots and nanocomposites. Founded in 2014, UbiQD aims to make its innovative materials widely accessible for various applications, including agriculture, safety, design, solar energy, lighting, security, and personal care. The company offers UbiGro, a retrofit luminescent film designed to enhance crop growth by optimizing sunlight in greenhouses. UbiQD's low-toxicity quantum dots are engineered to efficiently convert light from one color to another, making them suitable for a range of industries while adhering to safety standards. The firm's strategic location near Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratory facilitates valuable collaborations with leading scientists, furthering its mission to advance nanomaterial production and application.

Voyager Space

Series A in 2020
Voyager Space Holdings, Inc. is a holding company focused on the space exploration industry. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company seeks to acquire and operate firms within this sector. Its mission is to build a vertically integrated aerospace enterprise that can deliver a wide range of human-conceived space missions. Through strategic acquisitions, Voyager aims to enhance its capabilities and contribute to advancements in space exploration.

DeepSig

Series A in 2020
DeepSig Inc. is an innovative company focused on transforming wireless communications through the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) software. Founded in 2016 and based in Arlington, Virginia, DeepSig specializes in technologies for 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), and other wireless applications. Its product offerings include OmniSIG, a radio frequency (RF) sensing application, and the OmniSIG SDK, which supports clients in curating RF datasets and training deep learning models for various wireless sensing needs. Additionally, DeepSig provides OmniPHY communications and OmniPHY-5G, which are advanced algorithms designed for 5G-new radio access networks. By leveraging deep learning, DeepSig aims to enhance the speed, efficiency, security, and adaptability of communication systems, making them more effective in complex environments.

Trueface

Series A in 2019
Trueface is a company specializing in facial recognition technology that utilizes advanced computer vision to analyze camera footage and images. By applying this technology, businesses can identify patterns and make immediate decisions, enhancing their operational efficiency. Trueface's platform serves various industries, including retail, fintech, security, and hospitality, enabling users to recognize persons of interest and objects effectively and cost-efficiently. The company is committed to the responsible use of its technology to contribute to a safer and smarter world.

Unite Us

Series B in 2019
Unite Us is a veteran-led technology company founded in 2013 in New York, specializing in creating coordinated care networks that connect health and social service providers. The company develops a platform that enables providers to send and receive secure referrals, track individuals' health journeys, and report on outcomes across a variety of services. By integrating social determinants of health into patient care, Unite Us facilitates a cohesive and collaborative ecosystem that enhances the ability of communities to deliver services effectively. This innovative approach moves beyond traditional resource directories, allowing systems to measure impact and improve health outcomes on a larger scale.

Onsights.io

Seed Round in 2019
Anno.Ai operates a hosted platform designed to facilitate the curation of training data for machine learning operations. The platform enables users to create projects, customize labels, invite team members, and upload data essential for machine learning models and data annotation. By focusing on structuring unstructured data, Anno.Ai aims to develop AI-driven applications and sensors that open new business opportunities. The company is headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia.

Anametric

Seed Round in 2019
Anametric is engaged in the development of advanced technologies and devices for chip-scale quantum photonics, specifically targeting applications in cybersecurity. The company's innovations aim to create quantum photonic chips that are both cost-effective and reliable, thereby providing organizations with enhanced security solutions. Anametric's name reflects its alignment with the quantum realm, emphasizing the challenges of measurement in this complex field. Through the commercialization of its novel devices, Anametric seeks to make significant contributions to the evolving landscape of quantum technology.

Tomahawk Robotics

Seed Round in 2018
Tomahawk Robotics, Inc. is a company that designs and manufactures advanced robotic systems tailored for various applications, including security, defense, energy, infrastructure, and home automation. Established in 2018 and located in Melbourne, Florida, the firm focuses on creating safe robotic solutions optimized for uncrewed operations in challenging environments. Its offerings include user-centric robotic control software, ruggedized hardware, and innovative robotic systems that work alongside humans to manipulate objects and navigate unstructured spaces. By leveraging intuitive control technologies and electromechanical innovations, Tomahawk Robotics aims to enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency, enabling users to tackle dull, dirty, and dangerous tasks effectively and safely.

Bleximo

Seed Round in 2018
Bleximo Corp. is a developer of quantum accelerators and processors, established in 2017 and based in Walnut Creek, California. The company focuses on creating full-stack superconducting application-specific systems designed to address complex challenges in physics, chemistry, and materials science. Bleximo's integrated approach allows for the co-design of processors, software, and control systems, ensuring that all aspects of the technology—from superconducting physics to software dynamics—are optimized for high-value practical applications. By leveraging state-of-the-art coherence times in its superconducting processor technology, Bleximo aims to provide advanced solutions that enable companies to perform data analysis and numerical modeling more efficiently and accurately than traditional computing methods. This strategic differentiation positions Bleximo to help businesses remain competitive in their respective fields.

Trueface

Seed Round in 2018
Trueface is a company specializing in facial recognition technology that utilizes advanced computer vision to analyze camera footage and images. By applying this technology, businesses can identify patterns and make immediate decisions, enhancing their operational efficiency. Trueface's platform serves various industries, including retail, fintech, security, and hospitality, enabling users to recognize persons of interest and objects effectively and cost-efficiently. The company is committed to the responsible use of its technology to contribute to a safer and smarter world.

Assurely

Seed Round in 2018
Assurely is an insurance management platform that specializes in creating and distributing insurance products tailored for innovative industries. It leverages technology to offer a range of custom-built and traditional insurance solutions that can be embedded into marketplaces and SaaS platforms, while also being accessible directly by end users. The company serves diverse sectors, including FinTech, PropTech, collectibles, and blockchain, among others. Assurely aims to provide the next generation of insurance services, focusing on delivering value to all stakeholders in the insurance ecosystem. Its commitment to adapting and expanding its product offerings positions it as a key player in supporting the growth of evolving industries and marketplaces.

Cyr3con

Seed Round in 2018
Cyr3con is a cybersecurity company founded in 2018 and based in Tempe, Arizona, that specializes in predicting cyber-attacks using artificial intelligence. The company offers a suite of solutions that analyzes data from various online hacker communities to quantify and anticipate hacker actions before they lead to incidents. By combining insights from human analysts with advanced machine learning capabilities, Cyr3con aims to understand the threat landscape and detect emerging attacks at their earliest stages. This approach enables enterprises to identify and prevent potential cyber threats effectively.

DeepSig

Seed Round in 2018
DeepSig Inc. is an innovative company focused on transforming wireless communications through the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) software. Founded in 2016 and based in Arlington, Virginia, DeepSig specializes in technologies for 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), and other wireless applications. Its product offerings include OmniSIG, a radio frequency (RF) sensing application, and the OmniSIG SDK, which supports clients in curating RF datasets and training deep learning models for various wireless sensing needs. Additionally, DeepSig provides OmniPHY communications and OmniPHY-5G, which are advanced algorithms designed for 5G-new radio access networks. By leveraging deep learning, DeepSig aims to enhance the speed, efficiency, security, and adaptability of communication systems, making them more effective in complex environments.

Shoobx

Venture Round in 2017
Financing-Ready at Every Turn. Shoobx is reshaping how private companies get started, raise capital, and exit by raising the bar for cap table management and making venture financing simpler. Everything You Need to Scale and Exit - Fundraise faster than ever before - Have more accurate data and documentation - Automate your legal operations Thousands of users, investors, and attorneys rely on Shoobx to get paperwork right the first time and make legal diligence easy and fast. Automated your next round at shoobx.com.

Bespoke Post

Series A in 2017
Bespoke Post is a subscription-based service that delivers curated lifestyle products to modern customers, primarily targeting men. Each month, subscribers receive a themed box containing a selection of limited edition items related to style, grooming, food, drink, and gear. The service allows customers to customize their selections by adjusting colors and sizes, adding extra products, or opting out of a box at no cost. Bespoke Post aims to enhance daily life by providing high-quality goods that align with individual interests. In addition to the subscription boxes, the company offers a shop with a variety of standalone products. The business emphasizes customer satisfaction with features like free shipping and easy returns.

Visual Vocal

Venture Round in 2017
Visual Vocal is a Seattle-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to convert 3D architectural models into virtual reality experiences. The platform utilizes smartphones as both a computing device and a display to visualize these 3D models through an application. This innovative solution facilitates collaboration among architects, designers, and engineers, allowing them to engage stakeholder teams in a more interactive design process. By rendering 3D panoramas and capturing real-world imagery, the application enables users to create and share interactive VR tours, incorporating voice and gaze to enhance feedback on crucial design decisions.

Synapse Technology

Seed Round in 2017
Synapse Technology Corporation, also known as Synapse Research, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based applications for security checkpoints. Founded in 2016 and located in Palo Alto, California, the company offers Syntech ONE, a software platform that utilizes deep learning and computer vision to enhance threat detection at baggage X-ray and CT scanners. This technology allows for automated security screenings, improving the efficiency of operations while effectively identifying weapons and other prohibited items. Syntech ONE can be integrated into both new and existing checkpoint machines, serving various environments including airports, schools, and office buildings. Through its innovative solutions, Synapse aims to modernize security practices and reduce operational costs for security authorities.

LiveNinja

Venture Round in 2016
LiveNinja is a company based in Miami, Florida, founded in 2011, that focuses on enhancing customer service through innovative communication tools. The company provides a video chat marketplace platform that allows users to connect with experts across various topics and fields, facilitating direct learning and interaction. Its latest offering, LiveNinja Messenger, streamlines customer communication by consolidating conversations into a single message thread, thus improving the overall customer experience. The company's mission is to ensure that individuals can access the services and assistance they need anytime and anywhere.

Leo Health

Seed Round in 2016
Leo Health, Inc. is a New York-based company that has developed a mobile application aimed at enhancing pediatric care for parents and children. The application provides users with the ability to communicate with their child’s care team, schedule appointments, access health data, and submit school forms. By integrating advanced technology with innovative clinical care, Leo Health offers a unique patient care experience that differs from traditional healthcare models. The platform empowers parents by providing real-time access to important health information, educational content, and tools designed to facilitate care coordination. Since its incorporation in 2014, Leo Health has positioned itself as a technology and consumer products company, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service and a cohesive experience in managing children's healthcare.

Funnel Leasing

Series A in 2015
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.

Hullabalu

Seed Round in 2015
Hullabalu is a New York City-based company focused on creating engaging stories for children that promote strong values and positive character development. Drawing inspiration from fantastical worlds and classic tales, Hullabalu develops original story series featuring a cast of characters, vibrant illustrations, music, and interactive activities. Their approach aims to provide children with enjoyable narratives that not only entertain but also instill meaningful lessons and values.

Unite Us

Series A in 2015
Unite Us is a veteran-led technology company founded in 2013 in New York, specializing in creating coordinated care networks that connect health and social service providers. The company develops a platform that enables providers to send and receive secure referrals, track individuals' health journeys, and report on outcomes across a variety of services. By integrating social determinants of health into patient care, Unite Us facilitates a cohesive and collaborative ecosystem that enhances the ability of communities to deliver services effectively. This innovative approach moves beyond traditional resource directories, allowing systems to measure impact and improve health outcomes on a larger scale.

PushSpring

Series A in 2015
PushSpring, Inc. specializes in providing software as a service (SaaS) solutions focused on audience composition data for mobile applications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company offers a platform that delivers device-level targeting data and insights for verified iOS and Android mobile app audiences. Through the PushSpring Audience Console, advertisers can access comprehensive audience data, create custom segments, and tailor their mobile marketing strategies with verified device information. By employing advanced machine learning techniques on vast amounts of mobile app and device-level signals, PushSpring's data scientists develop precise targeting personas that enhance audience engagement and increase ad monetization. The company’s audience data is distributed across major data management platforms, demand-side platforms, and programmatic systems, enabling advertisers to achieve significant improvements in both branding and performance outcomes. PushSpring operates as a subsidiary of T-Mobile US, Inc. as of July 2019.

Rokk3r

Venture Round in 2015
Rokk3r Inc. is a consulting firm based in Miami, Florida, that specializes in providing value-generating strategies through a technology platform. The company supports early-stage startup technology firms and established businesses in developing innovative products and services. It offers a diverse range of services tailored for entrepreneurs, strategists, creatives, and engineers, facilitating the design, construction, and launch of new organizations. Known for its hybrid network of human and machine intelligence systems, Rokk3r Inc. aims to enhance the performance of startups significantly. Formerly known as Eight Dragons Company, it rebranded to Rokk3r Inc. in March 2018 and operates as a subsidiary of Rokk3r Labs LLC.

Signpost

Series C in 2015
Signpost, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops Mia, a customer relationship management and remarketing software designed to assist local businesses in enhancing their customer engagement. The platform automatically collects and analyzes consumer data from various touchpoints, including email, calls, and transactions, enabling businesses to create comprehensive customer records. Signpost's software facilitates a customer-centric approach by allowing brands to send personalized communications and promotions, thereby helping them to capture and convert leads effectively. Founded in 2009 and originally named Postabon, Inc., Signpost serves a diverse clientele of small and large local businesses, aiming to strengthen their customer base and increase revenue from existing clients.

Shoobx

Convertible Note in 2015
Financing-Ready at Every Turn. Shoobx is reshaping how private companies get started, raise capital, and exit by raising the bar for cap table management and making venture financing simpler. Everything You Need to Scale and Exit - Fundraise faster than ever before - Have more accurate data and documentation - Automate your legal operations Thousands of users, investors, and attorneys rely on Shoobx to get paperwork right the first time and make legal diligence easy and fast. Automated your next round at shoobx.com.

Ampsy

Seed Round in 2015
Ampsy is a social aggregation platform that provides brands with tools to curate and visualize their social media content effectively. The platform allows businesses to create engaging campaigns quickly, enabling them to embed social visualizations with ease. Ampsy's tools enhance customer engagement and retention by addressing key challenges in the customer acquisition process. In addition to content aggregation, the platform offers analytical capabilities that provide real-time insights, helping brands to understand and activate their audiences more effectively. By facilitating deeper connections between brands and their fans, Ampsy aims to drive meaningful interactions and actions through social media.

Sidestep

Seed Round in 2015
Sidestep is a mobile commerce application designed to streamline the purchasing of merchandise for fans attending live events. The platform allows users to order items before, during, or after an event, facilitating a hassle-free experience by enabling pickup at a designated Sidestep table or shipping directly to their homes. By integrating with live shows, Sidestep enhances the buying experience and captures sales when fan interest is at its highest. The company has collaborated with various artists, including Fall Out Boy and Panic! at the Disco, to create a more interactive retail environment. This approach not only increases sales but also collects valuable data on fan preferences, ultimately benefiting both the consumers and merchandise suppliers.

Sustainitech

Seed Round in 2015
Sustainitech is an agri-tech company dedicated to developing sustainable agriculture solutions by transforming refrigerated shipping containers into advanced vertical farms. This innovative approach allows for the cultivation of a variety of high-quality crops, particularly leafy greens, in any climate, including harsh conditions. By utilizing fully insulated, shipping-container-based systems, Sustainitech creates perfectly controlled indoor environments for growing produce like spring mix and lettuce. This technology aims to provide communities with access to healthy and affordable locally produced food, regardless of environmental challenges.

LiveNinja

Convertible Note in 2015
LiveNinja is a company based in Miami, Florida, founded in 2011, that focuses on enhancing customer service through innovative communication tools. The company provides a video chat marketplace platform that allows users to connect with experts across various topics and fields, facilitating direct learning and interaction. Its latest offering, LiveNinja Messenger, streamlines customer communication by consolidating conversations into a single message thread, thus improving the overall customer experience. The company's mission is to ensure that individuals can access the services and assistance they need anytime and anywhere.

Virtuix

Seed Round in 2014
Virtuix Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of virtual reality gaming products based in Austin, Texas, with additional offices in Zhuhai and Shanghai, China. Founded in 2013, the company has pioneered the development of the Virtuix Omni, an omnidirectional treadmill that allows users to walk and run freely in 360 degrees within virtual environments. This innovative technology, which includes accessories such as Omni shoes and tracking pods, enhances the immersive gaming experience. Virtuix markets its products primarily to enterprise customers and location-based entertainment venues, having shipped over 3,500 Omni systems to more than 500 commercial locations across 45 countries. Additionally, the company has developed platforms like Omniverse ESPORTS and Omni Arena, catering to the growing esports market. Since its inception, Virtuix has raised significant funding from a range of investors and continues to expand its presence in the virtual reality sector.

Funnel Leasing

Seed Round in 2014
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.

Cody

Convertible Note in 2014
Cody is a new media company that specializes in producing yoga, wellness, and fitness videos aimed at inspiring and educating its audience. The company offers a video training platform accessible on web, iOS, and Android devices, along with original programming featured on popular social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Cody focuses on integrating physical movement, technology, and community into its training experience, allowing users to immerse themselves in each session and appreciate the journey of fitness. Its application provides a variety of fitness programs designed to support users in maintaining their health and achieving personal wellness goals.

1000Museums

Convertible Note in 2014
1000Museums is a global network that enhances online access and public awareness of museum collections and exhibitions, featuring renowned institutions such as the Guggenheim, the Louvre, and the Van Gogh Museum. The organization serves as a leading provider of high-quality museum reproductions, offering on-demand art products that are available for purchase online and in museum stores. By facilitating the discovery of museums and exhibitions, 1000Museums not only enriches the cultural experience for art enthusiasts but also supports the financial sustainability of the institutions it represents.

Sidestep

Seed Round in 2014
Sidestep is a mobile commerce application designed to streamline the purchasing of merchandise for fans attending live events. The platform allows users to order items before, during, or after an event, facilitating a hassle-free experience by enabling pickup at a designated Sidestep table or shipping directly to their homes. By integrating with live shows, Sidestep enhances the buying experience and captures sales when fan interest is at its highest. The company has collaborated with various artists, including Fall Out Boy and Panic! at the Disco, to create a more interactive retail environment. This approach not only increases sales but also collects valuable data on fan preferences, ultimately benefiting both the consumers and merchandise suppliers.

Fitting Room Social

Convertible Note in 2014
Fitting Room Social is a shopping application aimed at addressing the challenges of online apparel purchases, where a significant portion of items are returned due to fit issues. The company provides a platform that assists users, particularly women, in selecting clothing that matches their specific body measurements and preferences. By offering tailored recommendations, Fitting Room Social enables customers to shop with confidence and reduces the hassle associated with returns. This innovative approach not only enhances the shopping experience for consumers but also alleviates the burdens faced by designers and retailers in the fashion industry.

BuzzAngle Music

Convertible Note in 2014
BuzzAngle Music is a New York-based music technology company that provides a unique service to revolutionize the way businesses research music consumption and related trends. BuzzAngle Music’s state-of-the-art big data platform analyzes the daily sales, streaming and airplay activity of albums, songs and artists in North America and beyond. BuzzAngle's service provides unparalleled capability to music distributors, labels, publishers, artist managers, artists, tour managers & promoters, venues, brands & advertisers.

inSparq

Convertible Note in 2014
inSparq provides a real-time platform for retailers to discover and market trending products, enhancing product visibility and driving sales. The company’s unique solution enables retailers to showcase popular items through display ads, email marketing, and on-site recommendations, thereby increasing conversion rates and average order value. In addition to merchandising tools, inSparq offers on-site social features that encourage shoppers to share their experiences, further boosting engagement. Notable clients include Kenneth Cole, American Apparel, and DrJays, and the platform has demonstrated the capability to generate significant revenue increases, with some retailers reporting over a 10% lift in sales. Through its innovative approach, inSparq aims to improve product discovery and foster social interaction among consumers.

Brainscape

Seed Round in 2014
Brainscape is an adaptive mobile education platform that enhances the study process across various subjects through cognitive science principles. Founded by experts in neuroscience, engineering, and education, Brainscape focuses on creating a comprehensive knowledge graph to facilitate efficient learning. The platform allows educators and learners to design and share "smart flashcards," promoting collaboration within educational institutions and beyond. With millions of users on iOS devices, Brainscape serves diverse markets, including K-12, higher education, corporate training, and lifelong learning. The company operates on a freemium software-as-a-service model, offering advanced features and content for power users. An integral part of Brainscape's mission is the Knowledge Genome Project, aimed at organizing the world's knowledge into manageable, learnable segments.

Ampsy

Seed Round in 2014
Ampsy is a social aggregation platform that provides brands with tools to curate and visualize their social media content effectively. The platform allows businesses to create engaging campaigns quickly, enabling them to embed social visualizations with ease. Ampsy's tools enhance customer engagement and retention by addressing key challenges in the customer acquisition process. In addition to content aggregation, the platform offers analytical capabilities that provide real-time insights, helping brands to understand and activate their audiences more effectively. By facilitating deeper connections between brands and their fans, Ampsy aims to drive meaningful interactions and actions through social media.

Sverve

Seed Round in 2014
Sverve instantly targets, amplifies, streamlines, and delivers measurable outcomes. A self-service influencer marketing platform connects influencers with the right brands for paid campaigns and peers for social networking. They build brand awareness and messaging by connecting with their target audience through sponsored content. They offer hands-on solutions like blogger outreach as well as automated campaigns like Pinterest sweepstakes, targeted tweets, and YouTube promotions.

Voyat

Seed Round in 2014
Voyat Inc. operates a guest retention platform that facilitates direct connections between hotels and their guests, enhancing loyalty and personalizing the customer experience. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Voyat provides technology that allows hotels to offer tailored promotions, rewards, and communication through a lightweight platform. By creating a digital link via WiFi, the platform enables hotels to recognize guests as valued customers and strengthen their direct booking channels. This approach helps hotel brands differentiate themselves in a competitive market and increases customer lifetime value. Voyat's technology is utilized by notable hotel brands and independent establishments across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The company also has offices in Barcelona and Copenhagen, and it operates as a subsidiary of Intent Media, Inc.

Local Motors

Venture Round in 2014
Local Motors, Inc. is an innovative American motor vehicle manufacturer based in Goodyear, Arizona, founded in 2007. The company specializes in creating safe and accessible mobility solutions for local communities through a network of microfactories, which allow for the production of small, just-in-time batches of vehicles using direct digital manufacturing. This method not only minimizes capital requirements but also reduces environmental impact. Local Motors emphasizes co-creation and collaboration in vehicle design and development, rallying a global network of innovators to tackle transportation challenges. Among its notable offerings is Olli, the world's first cognitive, self-driving shuttle. Additionally, Local Motors provides a software platform known as Launch Forth, enabling partners to leverage its co-creation and micro-manufacturing capabilities for enhanced manufacturing agility and innovation in vehicle design.

RedOwl

Series A in 2014
RedOwl is a company that specializes in providing proactive risk oversight software solutions focused on compliance, insider threats, and investigations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, RedOwl offers a SaaS-based security analytics platform that leverages cloud computing technology to analyze large volumes of communications and transactional data. This sophisticated analytics software enhances situational awareness by identifying potential risks such as espionage, intellectual property theft, and compromised users. By assessing behavioral changes and detecting relevant anomalies in corporate digital activities, RedOwl aims to reduce organizational risk and liability.

FreshTemp

Convertible Note in 2014
FreshTemp, LLC specializes in providing monitoring and alert systems for industries that handle temperature-sensitive products, including food service, transportation, healthcare, and industrial sectors. The company offers a range of solutions, such as wireless temperature monitoring systems, Bluetooth food probes, and Bluetooth data loggers, which automate temperature collection during the production, transportation, and storage processes. FreshTemp's technology enables the collection and management of critical temperature measurements, facilitating compliance with food safety standards and hazard analysis protocols. Additionally, the company provides a cloud-based monitoring and alert application that allows users to set temperature alerts for various sensors. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, FreshTemp also sells its products through an online store and operates as a subsidiary of Digi International Inc. since November 2016.

SeedInvest

Series A in 2014
SeedInvest, LLC is an equity crowdfunding platform based in New York, New York, that facilitates investment in small businesses and startups across the United States. Founded in 2012, the platform connects investors with a curated selection of highly vetted investment opportunities, attracting over 15,000 accredited investors, including family offices and institutional investors. SeedInvest allows users to discover, share, fund, and support emerging businesses, typically participating in investments ranging from $500,000 to $5 million as part of a syndicate. Since March 2019, SeedInvest has operated as a subsidiary of Circle Internet Financial Limited.

BuyFi

Seed Round in 2014
BuyFi is a payment analytics and customer marketing platform that transforms credit card data into actionable insights for businesses. It offers three primary products designed to enhance customer engagement and streamline marketing efforts. UMarket enables merchants to provide personalized rewards based on customers' purchasing behaviors, automating the process to enhance sales without additional effort from business owners. BInsights delivers valuable analytics derived from credit card transactions, allowing small businesses to gain a deeper understanding of their customer base. BeSocial simplifies social media management by allowing businesses to schedule posts across multiple platforms from a single interface, facilitating the sharing of content and promotional offers while enabling performance tracking and reputation management across various online channels. This comprehensive approach helps businesses improve customer acquisition and retention, ultimately driving sales growth.

bContext

Convertible Note in 2014
bContext is a digital communication software company that enables users to transform static files, such as PDFs and images, into engaging multimedia presentations. The platform allows individuals to add handwritten annotations and narrative to documents, facilitating clearer communication of complex ideas. Users can also record sessions, making it easy to create interactive content without the need for advanced equipment or editing skills. The generated links can be shared freely on social networks or through email, with options for private group sharing available through a subscription service. This accessibility ensures that recorded sessions can be viewed on any device with a web browser, enhancing collaboration and information sharing.

Virtuix

Seed Round in 2014
Virtuix Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of virtual reality gaming products based in Austin, Texas, with additional offices in Zhuhai and Shanghai, China. Founded in 2013, the company has pioneered the development of the Virtuix Omni, an omnidirectional treadmill that allows users to walk and run freely in 360 degrees within virtual environments. This innovative technology, which includes accessories such as Omni shoes and tracking pods, enhances the immersive gaming experience. Virtuix markets its products primarily to enterprise customers and location-based entertainment venues, having shipped over 3,500 Omni systems to more than 500 commercial locations across 45 countries. Additionally, the company has developed platforms like Omniverse ESPORTS and Omni Arena, catering to the growing esports market. Since its inception, Virtuix has raised significant funding from a range of investors and continues to expand its presence in the virtual reality sector.

Everplans

Seed Round in 2014
Everplans is an online service designed to assist individuals and families in organizing, securely storing, and sharing essential information and documents that may be needed in the event of an unexpected situation. Founded in 2012 by entrepreneurs Abby Schneiderman and Adam Seifer, the platform offers a user-friendly experience with step-by-step guidance, a wealth of original articles, and resources. Users can access an encrypted vault to store and share legal, financial, and health planning documents, ensuring that important information is both organized and readily available for designated individuals. Everplans aims to provide peace of mind by helping users prepare for the future.

ID.me

Debt Financing in 2014
ID.me, Inc. is an identity verification company that provides solutions for identity proofing, authentication, and group affiliation verification across various sectors, including government, healthcare, and commercial industries. Its platform allows users to securely prove and share their legal identities online, simplifying access to benefits and services through a single verified account. Key offerings include Identity Gateway, which integrates multiple identity providers, and Multi-Factor Authentication to enhance security. The company also features Document Verification using AI for authenticity checks, Compliance Monitor for regulatory adherence, and Group Verification for validating affiliations, enabling organizations to offer exclusive discounts to specific demographics such as military personnel and students. Founded in 2010 and based in McLean, Virginia, ID.me was originally known as TroopSwap, Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Vengo

Series A in 2014
Vengo is a software and media company based in Long Island City, New York, specializing in interactive digital vending machines that enhance consumer engagement and collect valuable data. Founded in 2012, Vengo's innovative kiosks feature touchscreen interfaces that gamify the shopping experience, allowing brands to connect more effectively with customers. The company has partnered with notable brands such as Trident, Snapple, and Dentyne, as well as major players like Mondelez and Verizon. Vengo's machines not only promote products but also enable businesses to manage their networks remotely and analyze consumer behavior. The company's business model is designed to achieve attractive unit economics, with the potential for a six-month payback on new units.

Circa

Seed Round in 2014
Circa is an innovative news platform established in 2011 by Matt Galligan, Ben Huh, and Arsenio Santos. It focuses on delivering news specifically designed for mobile devices, addressing the growing reliance on mobile as a primary news source. Rather than adapting traditional news formats to mobile, Circa creates a unique experience tailored to mobile users, offering concise and engaging news updates. This approach redefines how news is produced, delivered, and consumed, emphasizing clarity and accessibility for the modern reader.

Kanvas Labs

Seed Round in 2014
Kanvas Labs, Inc. is a mobile social networking platform that allows users to create and share social photo stories centered around real-world experiences. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, the company offers a product called Kanvas, which enables users to create engaging content utilizing photos, videos, gifs, and custom stop motion animation. Users can enhance their creations with text, stickers, overlays, drawings, and music before sharing them with friends and followers across various social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Originally known as Tracks Media, Inc., Kanvas Labs operates as a subsidiary of AOL Inc. and focuses on fostering micro-social networks that connect users through shared visual narratives.

Ampsy

Seed Round in 2013
Ampsy is a social aggregation platform that provides brands with tools to curate and visualize their social media content effectively. The platform allows businesses to create engaging campaigns quickly, enabling them to embed social visualizations with ease. Ampsy's tools enhance customer engagement and retention by addressing key challenges in the customer acquisition process. In addition to content aggregation, the platform offers analytical capabilities that provide real-time insights, helping brands to understand and activate their audiences more effectively. By facilitating deeper connections between brands and their fans, Ampsy aims to drive meaningful interactions and actions through social media.

Signpost

Series B in 2013
Signpost, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops Mia, a customer relationship management and remarketing software designed to assist local businesses in enhancing their customer engagement. The platform automatically collects and analyzes consumer data from various touchpoints, including email, calls, and transactions, enabling businesses to create comprehensive customer records. Signpost's software facilitates a customer-centric approach by allowing brands to send personalized communications and promotions, thereby helping them to capture and convert leads effectively. Founded in 2009 and originally named Postabon, Inc., Signpost serves a diverse clientele of small and large local businesses, aiming to strengthen their customer base and increase revenue from existing clients.

Adcade

Series A in 2013
Adcade, founded in 2012 and based in New York, specializes in mobile and tablet media solutions for advertisers, publishers, and developers. The company focuses on creating innovative HTML5 advertisements that enhance cross-platform engagement and facilitate monetization. Its animation tool enables users to build and publish multi-screen ads while allowing for direct conversion of design assets into interactive projects. Adcade's offerings support a wide range of clients, providing them with the necessary resources to achieve their marketing objectives effectively across various devices and ad servers.

Kanvas Labs

Seed Round in 2013
Kanvas Labs, Inc. is a mobile social networking platform that allows users to create and share social photo stories centered around real-world experiences. Founded in 2010 and based in New York, the company offers a product called Kanvas, which enables users to create engaging content utilizing photos, videos, gifs, and custom stop motion animation. Users can enhance their creations with text, stickers, overlays, drawings, and music before sharing them with friends and followers across various social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Originally known as Tracks Media, Inc., Kanvas Labs operates as a subsidiary of AOL Inc. and focuses on fostering micro-social networks that connect users through shared visual narratives.

Zipmark

Convertible Note in 2013
Zipmark Inc. is a New York-based company that provides a platform for invoicing, billing, and payment services, enabling businesses to send and receive digital checks securely and at a transparent cost. Founded in 2010 by Jake Howerton and Jay Bhattacharya, Zipmark offers an API that integrates easily into web and mobile applications, presenting a cost-effective alternative to traditional credit and debit card transactions. The platform also features Zipmark Deposit for bank deposits and allows users to pay bills like rent or subscriptions directly from paper invoices using Zipmark's iPhone app and QR codes. With its focus on innovative payment solutions, Zipmark aims to streamline financial transactions for businesses and their customers.

Sverve

Seed Round in 2013
Sverve instantly targets, amplifies, streamlines, and delivers measurable outcomes. A self-service influencer marketing platform connects influencers with the right brands for paid campaigns and peers for social networking. They build brand awareness and messaging by connecting with their target audience through sponsored content. They offer hands-on solutions like blogger outreach as well as automated campaigns like Pinterest sweepstakes, targeted tweets, and YouTube promotions.

Plyfe

Convertible Note in 2013
Plyfe, Inc., founded in 2011 and based in New York City, operates an automated marketing platform designed to enhance audience engagement through interactive content. The platform allows brands, agencies, and publishers to create and publish engaging marketing experiences across various digital touchpoints, including mobile, desktop, social media, and email. Users can select from a range of interactive cards and can upload their own images, GIFs, or videos for their campaigns. Plyfe’s offerings include gamified elements such as sweepstakes and social challenges, providing consumers with opportunities to earn rewards for their online activities. In March 2018, Plyfe was acquired by Tatango, Inc., further expanding its capabilities in audience engagement and marketing.

ClearServe

Seed Round in 2013
ClearServe is a developer of a cloud-based portfolio and wealth management platform aimed at enhancing transparency in investment management for family offices, multi-managers, and private investors. By replacing outdated manual processes and legacy software with an innovative solution, ClearServe addresses significant pain points in the industry. The platform integrates an alternative tracking system with user-friendly design elements, enabling users to make informed finance and investment decisions. Through its commitment to data transparency, ClearServe empowers clients to navigate their portfolio investments more effectively.

Unite Us

Seed Round in 2013
Unite Us is a veteran-led technology company founded in 2013 in New York, specializing in creating coordinated care networks that connect health and social service providers. The company develops a platform that enables providers to send and receive secure referrals, track individuals' health journeys, and report on outcomes across a variety of services. By integrating social determinants of health into patient care, Unite Us facilitates a cohesive and collaborative ecosystem that enhances the ability of communities to deliver services effectively. This innovative approach moves beyond traditional resource directories, allowing systems to measure impact and improve health outcomes on a larger scale.

Olapic

Series A in 2013
Olapic Inc. operates a visual marketing platform that transforms consumer-generated photos and videos into valuable brand assets for marketing and e-commerce. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Cordoba, Argentina, and London, the company specializes in collecting, curating, and analyzing visual content from social media. Olapic's services enhance brand and retailer engagement by creating authentic marketing experiences that drive sales and improve campaign performance. The platform supports various sectors, including apparel, beauty, and travel, and offers features such as predictive consumer-generated ads and Instagram shopping. As of late 2020, Olapic functions as a subsidiary of Social Native LLC.

CirrusWorks

Seed Round in 2013
CirrusWorks, Inc. is a company that develops and installs bandwidth management solutions, catering primarily to the education, hospitality, and public sectors. The firm offers the CirrusWorks Governor, a device designed to manage web traffic during periods of peak congestion. Additionally, CirrusWorks provides operational, financial, and customer management software tailored for childcare, community learning, and education industries. Their cloud-based platform assists childcare facilities, school districts, and community education centers in tracking children's daily activities and managing multi-site operations effectively. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, CirrusWorks has formed strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its service offerings. In November 2020, the company was acquired by VirtuLocity Networks, Inc.

Funnel Leasing

Seed Round in 2013
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.

Brainscape

Convertible Note in 2013
Brainscape is an adaptive mobile education platform that enhances the study process across various subjects through cognitive science principles. Founded by experts in neuroscience, engineering, and education, Brainscape focuses on creating a comprehensive knowledge graph to facilitate efficient learning. The platform allows educators and learners to design and share "smart flashcards," promoting collaboration within educational institutions and beyond. With millions of users on iOS devices, Brainscape serves diverse markets, including K-12, higher education, corporate training, and lifelong learning. The company operates on a freemium software-as-a-service model, offering advanced features and content for power users. An integral part of Brainscape's mission is the Knowledge Genome Project, aimed at organizing the world's knowledge into manageable, learnable segments.

SeedInvest

Seed Round in 2013
SeedInvest, LLC is an equity crowdfunding platform based in New York, New York, that facilitates investment in small businesses and startups across the United States. Founded in 2012, the platform connects investors with a curated selection of highly vetted investment opportunities, attracting over 15,000 accredited investors, including family offices and institutional investors. SeedInvest allows users to discover, share, fund, and support emerging businesses, typically participating in investments ranging from $500,000 to $5 million as part of a syndicate. Since March 2019, SeedInvest has operated as a subsidiary of Circle Internet Financial Limited.

Everplans

Seed Round in 2013
Everplans is an online service designed to assist individuals and families in organizing, securely storing, and sharing essential information and documents that may be needed in the event of an unexpected situation. Founded in 2012 by entrepreneurs Abby Schneiderman and Adam Seifer, the platform offers a user-friendly experience with step-by-step guidance, a wealth of original articles, and resources. Users can access an encrypted vault to store and share legal, financial, and health planning documents, ensuring that important information is both organized and readily available for designated individuals. Everplans aims to provide peace of mind by helping users prepare for the future.
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