Serra Ventures, established in 2008 and headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage technology companies. It invests primarily in the Midwest and Southern California regions of the United States, with a sector focus on information technology, deep technology, instrumentation, B2B, software as a service, devices, and agricultural technologies.
Bonsai Robotics is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in vision-based automation solutions for off-road vehicles, particularly in the agricultural sector. The company develops a machine navigation system that utilizes computer vision to enable robotic operation of multiple vehicles. This technology helps farmers enhance productivity and performance while reducing their dependence on labor. In addition to automation, Bonsai Robotics offers analytics and telematics services that assist growers in improving their operational efficiency and safety.
EarthOptics
Venture Round in 2024
EarthOptics is a company focused on sustainable agricultural management through the development of a global soil cloud platform. Utilizing advanced sensors and machine learning, EarthOptics creates highly accurate soil maps by analyzing far fewer soil samples. The platform provides detailed insights into various soil attributes, including compaction, fertility, and carbon levels. This technology empowers farmers, ranchers, and land managers to make informed decisions that enhance profitability and sustainability in soil management. Additionally, EarthOptics offers near-real-time actionable data that aids in monitoring soil health, benefiting both agricultural practices and carbon credit verification efforts.
IntelliCulture
Seed Round in 2024
IntelliCulture offers a farm management solution that assists farmers in preventing pest outbreaks, enhancing labor efficiency, and automating machine management. The company specializes in software that automatically logs both real-time and historical data related to agricultural operations, including equipment health and cost accounting. By analyzing data collected from agricultural equipment, IntelliCulture provides valuable insights that help farmers identify operational inefficiencies and make informed management decisions. This approach aims to keep farming operations competitive and profitable through intelligent data analytics, empowering clients to optimize their business practices.
Völur
Seed Round in 2024
Völur is an AI-based technology company specializing in the meat industry, focusing on optimizing the cutting and processing of sustainable meat. Its data-driven platform employs advanced artificial intelligence models to assist meat producers in efficiently planning and executing operations. By maximizing the utilization of each animal, Völur's technology helps reduce the overall need for livestock, improve yield, and enhance inventory management. This approach not only meets current and future market demand but also enables clients to lower costs and increase profit margins. Ultimately, Völur aims to make the meat industry more profitable and sustainable by providing tailored cutting and processing plans driven by AI insights.
HerdDogg
Series A in 2024
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
HerdDogg
Series A in 2023
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Bonsai Robotics
Seed Round in 2023
Bonsai Robotics is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in vision-based automation solutions for off-road vehicles, particularly in the agricultural sector. The company develops a machine navigation system that utilizes computer vision to enable robotic operation of multiple vehicles. This technology helps farmers enhance productivity and performance while reducing their dependence on labor. In addition to automation, Bonsai Robotics offers analytics and telematics services that assist growers in improving their operational efficiency and safety.
FloVision Solutions
Seed Round in 2023
FloVision Solutions operates a food analytics platform designed to help cafeterias and quick-service restaurants minimize food waste and enhance meal performance. The platform employs advanced machine learning algorithms and compact sensors to provide real-time data on food performance, defects, and process errors. By analyzing this information, it offers actionable recommendations to users, enabling them to optimize food procurement, increase yield and quality, and ultimately reduce their food footprint while saving costs. The comprehensive approach of FloVision Solutions empowers food processors and distributors to achieve greater efficiency and accountability in their operations.
DigiFarmz Smart Agriculture
Seed Round in 2023
DigiFarmz Smart Agriculture is a digital platform focused on enhancing crop management through advanced data analytics. By integrating various factors such as climatic conditions, cultivar genetics, sowing dates, and disease biology, the platform offers personalized agronomic recommendations tailored to the specific needs of each farm and field plot. This approach is designed to minimize decision errors in plant health and nutrition management, addressing the significant losses in crop yield potential experienced by growers. With over sixteen years of field and greenhouse research backing its algorithms, DigiFarmz provides real-time, dynamic insights that optimize agrochemical usage and boost crop yield and profitability. By continuously adapting to changes in environmental scenarios, the platform empowers users to make informed decisions, ultimately leading to smarter and more effective management of their agricultural practices.
Vytelle
Series B in 2023
Vytelle, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Hermiston, Oregon, focused on enhancing livestock genetics for beef and dairy producers. Founded in 2015 and originally named Cogent IVF, Vytelle specializes in ovum pick-up and embryo production services, which include implantation and post-in vitro fertilization consultation. The company utilizes an integrated technology platform that employs reproductive technology and a proprietary culture system free from fetal calf serum. This innovative approach produces freezable embryos, allowing commercial producers to achieve sustainable genetic gains across generations. Vytelle aims to reshape the cattle industry by optimizing herd performance through advanced reproductive techniques.
EIWA
Series A in 2023
Eiwa specializes in providing advanced terrestrial and aerial systems designed for plant breeding programs and seed production. The company offers services including flights for colorimetric analysis and morphological detections, enabling users to conduct multiple flights throughout the growing season while uploading data to the cloud. Eiwa processes imagery and data to deliver analytics specifically for soybean, corn, and wheat. Founded in 2014, Eiwa is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with additional offices in Londrina, Brazil, and Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. The company aims to facilitate digital transformation in the agricultural sector by combining technology, imagery, and data management to enhance field information accessibility and streamline product development cycles within the farm input ecosystem.
Elate
Venture Round in 2023
Elate is a developer of a strategic planning platform that enables companies to effectively communicate their vision, create organizational alignment, and monitor performance in a unified environment. The platform enhances operational visibility, allowing businesses to define and measure key initiatives on a single dashboard. This facilitates real-time decision-making, performance tracking, and collaboration among teams. By utilizing Elate's platform, organizations can better monitor their growth and improve overall productivity.
CRISPR QC
Seed Round in 2023
CRISPRQC develops an analytics platform that enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of CRISPR gene editing. This platform is built around the CRISPR-Chip, a unique device that directly measures CRISPR activity. By simulating the gene editing process prior to cell introduction, CRISPRQC provides essential data and insights that are crucial for quality control and maximizing the potential of CRISPR technology. The platform empowers scientists to increase editing efficiency and formulate strategies for improved outcomes at the cellular level, ultimately accelerating the development of CRISPR-based products.
LandTrust
Series A in 2022
LandTrust, Inc. operates an online marketplace that facilitates access to private land for hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities. Founded in 2019 and based in Bozeman, Montana, the platform connects sportsmen with landowners, allowing users to list, discover, and book private land for recreational use. By partnering with landowners, including farmers and ranchers, LandTrust creates opportunities for these individuals to generate additional income while promoting sustainable land management practices. The service enables outdoor enthusiasts to easily search for and secure access to various properties, enhancing their outdoor experiences while supporting responsible stewardship of natural resources.
Opendorse
Venture Round in 2022
Opendorse is a technology provider focused on the athlete endorsement industry, offering a platform that enables athletes to understand, build, and monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) value. The free Opendorse app is utilized by over 100,000 athletes, while sports organizations, including teams and athletic departments, subscribe to the Opendorse platform to manage endorsements. Additionally, brands and sponsors can book athlete endorsements through the Opendorse Marketplace, paying one-time transaction fees for these services. The company partners with major organizations, such as the USOPC and various professional sports associations, and serves more than 100 NCAA athletic departments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Opendorse is recognized as the largest provider of technology in the NIL space, facilitating effective social media campaigns and engagement between athletes and their supporters.
Smart Guided Systems
Seed Round in 2022
Smart Apply specializes in innovative density-based sprayer technology aimed at enhancing the efficiency of pesticide application in agriculture. The company manufactures precision guidance systems that allow high-value crop producers to significantly reduce pesticide use by more than half compared to conventional methods, while also minimizing waste and improving crop yields. Smart Apply's solutions are designed to help growers optimize their resources and contribute to environmental stewardship, ensuring that they can achieve both agricultural productivity and sustainability in their practices. Through the integration of data and technology, Smart Apply supports producers in maximizing their operational efficiency and meeting their environmental goals.
Network Perception
Series A in 2022
Network Perception, Inc. specializes in network device configuration analysis software designed to help organizations visualize and manage their network effectively. Established in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers solutions that simplify firewall auditing and provide continuous monitoring capabilities. Its platform conducts automated, comprehensive analyses of network device configuration files, enabling organizations to assess firewalls and identify cyber vulnerabilities. By doing so, Network Perception assists corporate compliance and cybersecurity managers in ensuring that network configurations align with best practices and regulatory standards. The company initially launched in 2014 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research Park.
Kwant
Seed Round in 2022
Kwant.ai is a New York-based company that develops a wearable electronic device designed to enhance predictive analytics in the construction industry. Founded in 2017, it utilizes a proprietary low-powered sensor network to automate data collection on construction sites. The platform focuses on mitigating risks associated with cost overruns and project delays by offering features such as lean schedule design, integration with project management tools, and building information modeling. Kwant.ai provides real-time insights into financial and project metrics, enabling clients to track key performance indicators effectively. Its use of artificial intelligence allows for the analysis of schedule and cost risks, as well as the identification of early warning signals to optimize workforce management and prevent safety incidents.
FoodMaven
Seed Round in 2022
FoodMaven Corporation operates a digital marketplace that connects distributors, manufacturers, and producers of perishable and dated grocery items with restaurants and institutional kitchens. Founded in 2015 and based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the company focuses on selling local and oversupplied food at approximately half the price, promoting a zero-waste sustainability philosophy. Unsold food is redirected to food banks, animal feed, and composting initiatives, addressing both food waste and hunger. By utilizing an artificial intelligence-driven procurement platform, FoodMaven provides food service operators with valuable data to optimize their purchasing decisions while maintaining their existing procurement processes. The company aims to enhance the efficiency of the food system while benefiting both the environment and community welfare.
Daasity
Series A in 2022
Daasity, Inc. is a cloud-based technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company specializes in data analytics software that centralizes and integrates client data into a cohesive platform. Its D2C Analytics Suite allows businesses to analyze their data effectively and push insights to key marketing channels, enhancing customer engagement. By combining data from various applications and tools, Daasity enables brands to gain a comprehensive view of customer activities, facilitating the creation of detailed segments and flows. Through its proprietary transformation logic, Daasity automates data warehousing, providing clients with the necessary tools and insights to drive profitable growth and foster meaningful customer relationships.
VeriSIM Life
Series A in 2022
VeriSIM Life, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2017. It specializes in developing disease-specific biosimulation models that utilize artificial intelligence to predict the clinical outcomes of new drugs prior to clinical trials. The company offers a range of tailored solutions designed for pre-clinical and clinical programs, all centered around its validated BIOiSIM platform, which accommodates small molecules, large molecules, and viruses. By replacing traditional animal testing with sophisticated software simulations, VeriSIM Life aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of drug development, ultimately contributing to increased human life expectancy and the personalization of healthcare treatments.
Kronnika
Seed Round in 2021
Kronnika specializes in developing advanced robotic software aimed at enhancing business efficiency through robotic process automation. The company focuses on creating high-performing robotic libraries and scalable robotic farms that help organizations streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve speed and accuracy. Kronnika's solutions include automation for various tasks such as email processing, web automation, Excel processing, API integration, and desktop automation. By implementing these systems, Kronnika enables businesses to effectively manage their daily activities while also helping them build a corporate memory through its robotic process libraries.
Provision Analytics
Series A in 2021
Provision Analytics Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in cloud-based solutions for food safety management. The company provides software designed for food processors and manufacturers, streamlining food safety processes by automating data input and recall procedures. This technology connects detailed process data with production outcomes, enabling the generation of analytics that help minimize food loss and improve quality control. By enhancing traceability and tracking throughout the supply chain, Provision Analytics supports the food industry in ensuring safety and compliance.
Vytelle
Series A in 2021
Vytelle, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Hermiston, Oregon, focused on enhancing livestock genetics for beef and dairy producers. Founded in 2015 and originally named Cogent IVF, Vytelle specializes in ovum pick-up and embryo production services, which include implantation and post-in vitro fertilization consultation. The company utilizes an integrated technology platform that employs reproductive technology and a proprietary culture system free from fetal calf serum. This innovative approach produces freezable embryos, allowing commercial producers to achieve sustainable genetic gains across generations. Vytelle aims to reshape the cattle industry by optimizing herd performance through advanced reproductive techniques.
Leo Cancer Care
Series B in 2021
Leo Cancer Care is focused on revolutionizing cancer radiation therapy by offering a treatment system designed to enhance patient experience and outcomes. Founded in Australia, the company leverages global research that highlights the benefits of upright patient positioning during treatment. This innovative approach shifts the traditional paradigm of machine rotation to patient rotation, allowing for a more controlled and efficient therapy process. The system integrates advanced 3D imaging and precise radiation beam management, ensuring that the appropriate amount of energy is delivered to targeted tissues. By streamlining cancer treatment and connecting patients to centralized care centers, Leo Cancer Care aims to reduce both the physical discomfort and costs typically associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, ultimately putting patients in control of their treatment journey.
Asto CT
Series B in 2021
Asto CT LLC specializes in developing advanced X-ray computed tomography (CT) systems aimed at enhancing equine healthcare. Founded in 2015 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company focuses on preventing fractures and improving the overall well-being of thoroughbreds, show horses, recreational horses, and older equines. Asto CT's technology enhances fracture risk detection, facilitates the diagnosis of lameness, and aids in the management of dental and sinus conditions. Their flagship product, Equina, delivers rapid 3D imaging of the lower limbs, head, and neck of standing horses without the need for general anesthesia, ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience for the animals. By integrating cutting-edge robotics with fan-beam CT technology, Asto CT is committed to providing high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports veterinarians in delivering effective treatments.
Reconstruct
Series B in 2021
Reconstruct, Inc. specializes in predictive computer vision data analytics software tailored for construction projects. Its visual production management platform facilitates data collection through drones, fixed cameras, or mobile devices, enabling effective progress analysis and documentation. By visualizing images and 3D points aligned with Building Information Modeling (BIM), the platform enhances coordination and transparency among project stakeholders. It identifies locations at risk of delays, allowing for proactive weekly work planning, and integrates schedules with BIM animations to illustrate any changes in plans. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Champaign, Illinois, Reconstruct aims to improve construction management by fostering better communication and visibility, thereby mitigating risks and ensuring project returns on investment.
Swarm Engineering
Seed Round in 2021
Swarm Engineering is a developer of a Software-as-a-Service platform that utilizes advanced cognitive computing to enhance the food supply chain and logistics. The company’s software employs a multi-agent system combined with machine learning to optimize various business processes, including load planning, inbound logistics, product blending, and pricing. By integrating multiple processes both within and outside corporate boundaries, Swarm Engineering delivers comprehensive benefits that go beyond isolated optimizations. This approach enables businesses in the food, logistics, and container port sectors to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
Daasity
Seed Round in 2021
Daasity, Inc. is a cloud-based technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company specializes in data analytics software that centralizes and integrates client data into a cohesive platform. Its D2C Analytics Suite allows businesses to analyze their data effectively and push insights to key marketing channels, enhancing customer engagement. By combining data from various applications and tools, Daasity enables brands to gain a comprehensive view of customer activities, facilitating the creation of detailed segments and flows. Through its proprietary transformation logic, Daasity automates data warehousing, providing clients with the necessary tools and insights to drive profitable growth and foster meaningful customer relationships.
Network Perception
Seed Round in 2020
Network Perception, Inc. specializes in network device configuration analysis software designed to help organizations visualize and manage their network effectively. Established in 2013 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers solutions that simplify firewall auditing and provide continuous monitoring capabilities. Its platform conducts automated, comprehensive analyses of network device configuration files, enabling organizations to assess firewalls and identify cyber vulnerabilities. By doing so, Network Perception assists corporate compliance and cybersecurity managers in ensuring that network configurations align with best practices and regulatory standards. The company initially launched in 2014 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research Park.
GoSite
Series B in 2020
GoSite, Inc. is a digital platform designed to support small businesses, particularly those providing local services in the U.S. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers an all-in-one, cloud-based solution that facilitates the transition from offline to online business operations. Its platform includes tools for website creation, marketing, business management, and financial management, enabling users to build mobile-ready websites with features such as built-in SEO and statistics tracking. GoSite also provides services like domain registration, professional web design, and online promotion through social media and email. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, GoSite helps small business owners connect with customers more effectively and manage their operations efficiently.
iUNU
Venture Round in 2020
IUNU, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in developing an AI-driven computer vision platform for greenhouse management. Founded in 2013, IUNU offers a comprehensive SaaS-based solution known as LUNA, which monitors crop growth and provides growers with actionable insights to enhance production management. The platform connects plants, facilities, and personnel through a unified interface, enabling farmers to efficiently manage crop cycles and identify potential issues before they impact yield. By promoting accountability in growing practices, IUNU empowers clients to optimize their operations and improve overall productivity in commercial greenhouse environments.
Cardea Bio
Series A in 2020
Cardea Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing and commercializing bioelectronics for research and diagnostics. Established in 2013, Cardea utilizes proprietary graphene-based digital biosensors to create advanced biosensor hardware, software, and molecular infrastructure, enabling precision healthcare through improved diagnostic capabilities. The company's product offerings include the AGILE R100, an innovative assay for drug discovery, and the AGILE R200, an automated high-throughput screening solution. Cardea's biosensors convert biomolecular interactions into digital data, allowing for real-time biological signal analysis and access to streaming multi-omics data. Their solutions cater to various applications in life sciences and healthcare, such as small molecule validation, antibody characterization, and biomolecular analysis.
GoSite
Series A in 2020
GoSite, Inc. is a digital platform designed to support small businesses, particularly those providing local services in the U.S. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers an all-in-one, cloud-based solution that facilitates the transition from offline to online business operations. Its platform includes tools for website creation, marketing, business management, and financial management, enabling users to build mobile-ready websites with features such as built-in SEO and statistics tracking. GoSite also provides services like domain registration, professional web design, and online promotion through social media and email. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, GoSite helps small business owners connect with customers more effectively and manage their operations efficiently.
TimeDoc Health
Series A in 2020
TimeDoc Health, based in Chicago, develops digital care management solutions aimed at healthcare organizations. Its primary offering, the TimeDoc CCM Platform, is a virtual care management tool that assists providers in managing chronic care populations. The platform allows healthcare facilities to document and track time spent on chronic care management services, manage workflows, maintain an audit trail, and identify eligible patients for chronic care management. Additionally, TimeDoc Health offers chronic care management services and provides care managers to healthcare organizations to enhance their staffing capabilities. The company was incorporated in 2015 and also has an office in New York.
PolicyEngage
Seed Round in 2020
TrackBill is a provider of legislative tracking and reporting software that helps users stay informed about significant legislative actions, including bill introductions, amendments, hearings, and votes. The platform offers real-time alerts, enabling users to respond promptly to changes in legislation. TrackBill simplifies the process of legislative reporting by allowing clients to generate professional documents in various formats such as Word, PDF, and Excel. Additionally, it offers customizable and auto-updating website feeds, enhancing the accessibility of legislative information. This focus on workflow automation supports public affairs teams in managing their activities efficiently while ensuring stakeholders remain informed.
Paystand
Series B in 2020
Paystand, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2013 and based in Scotts Valley, California. It operates an electronic payment portal that facilitates online payments for businesses, allowing them to establish storefronts on their websites and social media platforms. The company aims to transform B2B payments by leveraging blockchain and cloud technology to offer Payments-as-a-Service. Its software digitizes receivables and automates payment processing, reducing time-to-cash and eliminating transaction fees. This innovative approach helps businesses streamline their cash management processes and unlock new revenue opportunities while contributing to a more open financial system.
TimeDoc Health
Convertible Note in 2020
TimeDoc Health, based in Chicago, develops digital care management solutions aimed at healthcare organizations. Its primary offering, the TimeDoc CCM Platform, is a virtual care management tool that assists providers in managing chronic care populations. The platform allows healthcare facilities to document and track time spent on chronic care management services, manage workflows, maintain an audit trail, and identify eligible patients for chronic care management. Additionally, TimeDoc Health offers chronic care management services and provides care managers to healthcare organizations to enhance their staffing capabilities. The company was incorporated in 2015 and also has an office in New York.
Evisort
Series A in 2019
Evisort Inc. is a technology company that specializes in contract lifecycle management through its AI-powered application. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, Evisort's platform automates the analysis and management of contracts, allowing users to extract, classify, and track key provisions efficiently. The solution enables seamless uploading, searching, monitoring, and reporting across various business areas, catering to professionals such as attorneys, procurement officers, and finance managers. Users can search for specific clauses, contract types, and assess risks related to indemnification, confidentiality, and compliance with regulations like GDPR. Evisort aims to enhance document management and transform legal challenges into strategic opportunities by connecting contract data across critical business systems and facilitating collaboration throughout the contract lifecycle.
Conservation Labs
Seed Round in 2019
Conservation Labs, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, specializes in smart water management technology aimed at reducing water consumption and detecting leaks. The company offers a non-invasive water monitor that can be easily attached to existing water pipes. This device integrates with an application to provide real-time data on water usage, potential leaks, and appliance performance. By offering insights into water consumption, Conservation Labs enables property owners to identify opportunities for conservation, ultimately helping them save money and better manage this vital resource. The company addresses the significant issue of excessive water use in the U.S., which amounts to over 3 trillion gallons annually, costing billions in waste.
Daasity
Seed Round in 2019
Daasity, Inc. is a cloud-based technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company specializes in data analytics software that centralizes and integrates client data into a cohesive platform. Its D2C Analytics Suite allows businesses to analyze their data effectively and push insights to key marketing channels, enhancing customer engagement. By combining data from various applications and tools, Daasity enables brands to gain a comprehensive view of customer activities, facilitating the creation of detailed segments and flows. Through its proprietary transformation logic, Daasity automates data warehousing, providing clients with the necessary tools and insights to drive profitable growth and foster meaningful customer relationships.
Snooz
Seed Round in 2019
Snooz, Inc. is a consumer electronics company based in Las Vegas, Nevada, that specializes in developing innovative white noise machines aimed at enhancing sleep quality. Founded in 2015, the company has created an ultra-portable sound conditioner that utilizes a proprietary fan to generate live, natural white noise, ensuring an undisturbed sleeping environment. The device can be controlled via a mobile application, allowing users to adjust settings easily. By focusing on alleviating insomnia and improving overall sleep duration, Snooz caters to customers primarily through online sales, positioning itself as a leader in the sleep technology market.
Ryvit
Seed Round in 2019
Ryvit develops an integration software that delivers seamless flow of data between premise and software used in the construction industry. The software integrates software application to enterprise resource product, customer relationship management, e-commerce, social apps, and specialty industry-specific system without exhausting development resources, empowering companies to experience the ease of intelligent integrations, driving profit through automation and optimization of the applications in use. Ryvit is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.
WhiteFox Defense Technologies
Series A in 2019
WhiteFox Defense Technologies is a counter-drone airspace defense company that specializes in providing solutions for managing drone activity in sensitive airspace globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers several products, including DroneFox, a software platform for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that detects and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, which ensures trust and authentication of drones in unmanned traffic management systems, available as a physical device or as part of the drone's software. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense, addressing the growing need for effective drone threat mitigation in various sectors.
Blooma
Seed Round in 2019
Blooma provides a digital underwriting platform designed to enhance the commercial real estate lending process. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Blooma's platform simplifies loan processing decisions and streamlines various aspects of deal origination, including configurable workflows, risk settings, document management, and underwriting management. This innovative approach enables lenders to reduce loan origination time and costs while conducting thorough analyses of their transactions. Ultimately, Blooma aims to improve productivity for banking firms by allowing them to prioritize the most suitable deals and effectively monitor their portfolios.
VeriSIM Life
Seed Round in 2019
VeriSIM Life, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2017. It specializes in developing disease-specific biosimulation models that utilize artificial intelligence to predict the clinical outcomes of new drugs prior to clinical trials. The company offers a range of tailored solutions designed for pre-clinical and clinical programs, all centered around its validated BIOiSIM platform, which accommodates small molecules, large molecules, and viruses. By replacing traditional animal testing with sophisticated software simulations, VeriSIM Life aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of drug development, ultimately contributing to increased human life expectancy and the personalization of healthcare treatments.
Hazel Technologies
Series B in 2019
Hazel Technologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on reducing waste in the agricultural supply chain through innovative packaging solutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional location in Salinas, California, the company designs packaging inserts, known as sachets, that are placed in produce boxes at harvest. These sachets slow down the aging process of fruits and vegetables by controlling the storage atmosphere and inhibiting ethylene, which helps to extend shelf life and prevent spoilage. Hazel Technologies also offers horticultural consulting services to growers and shippers, working to improve the efficiency of the fresh produce supply chain. Their product development is supported by the United States Department of Agriculture, with performance validated by third-party research institutions. By providing effective shelf-life extension technologies and services, Hazel Technologies aims to combat global food waste and enhance profitability for its customers.
TimeDoc Health
Seed Round in 2019
TimeDoc Health, based in Chicago, develops digital care management solutions aimed at healthcare organizations. Its primary offering, the TimeDoc CCM Platform, is a virtual care management tool that assists providers in managing chronic care populations. The platform allows healthcare facilities to document and track time spent on chronic care management services, manage workflows, maintain an audit trail, and identify eligible patients for chronic care management. Additionally, TimeDoc Health offers chronic care management services and provides care managers to healthcare organizations to enhance their staffing capabilities. The company was incorporated in 2015 and also has an office in New York.
Opendorse
Series B in 2019
Opendorse is a technology provider focused on the athlete endorsement industry, offering a platform that enables athletes to understand, build, and monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) value. The free Opendorse app is utilized by over 100,000 athletes, while sports organizations, including teams and athletic departments, subscribe to the Opendorse platform to manage endorsements. Additionally, brands and sponsors can book athlete endorsements through the Opendorse Marketplace, paying one-time transaction fees for these services. The company partners with major organizations, such as the USOPC and various professional sports associations, and serves more than 100 NCAA athletic departments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Opendorse is recognized as the largest provider of technology in the NIL space, facilitating effective social media campaigns and engagement between athletes and their supporters.
Reconstruct
Series A in 2019
Reconstruct, Inc. specializes in predictive computer vision data analytics software tailored for construction projects. Its visual production management platform facilitates data collection through drones, fixed cameras, or mobile devices, enabling effective progress analysis and documentation. By visualizing images and 3D points aligned with Building Information Modeling (BIM), the platform enhances coordination and transparency among project stakeholders. It identifies locations at risk of delays, allowing for proactive weekly work planning, and integrates schedules with BIM animations to illustrate any changes in plans. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Champaign, Illinois, Reconstruct aims to improve construction management by fostering better communication and visibility, thereby mitigating risks and ensuring project returns on investment.
Cardea Bio
Series A in 2019
Cardea Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing and commercializing bioelectronics for research and diagnostics. Established in 2013, Cardea utilizes proprietary graphene-based digital biosensors to create advanced biosensor hardware, software, and molecular infrastructure, enabling precision healthcare through improved diagnostic capabilities. The company's product offerings include the AGILE R100, an innovative assay for drug discovery, and the AGILE R200, an automated high-throughput screening solution. Cardea's biosensors convert biomolecular interactions into digital data, allowing for real-time biological signal analysis and access to streaming multi-omics data. Their solutions cater to various applications in life sciences and healthcare, such as small molecule validation, antibody characterization, and biomolecular analysis.
PolicyEngage
Seed Round in 2019
TrackBill is a provider of legislative tracking and reporting software that helps users stay informed about significant legislative actions, including bill introductions, amendments, hearings, and votes. The platform offers real-time alerts, enabling users to respond promptly to changes in legislation. TrackBill simplifies the process of legislative reporting by allowing clients to generate professional documents in various formats such as Word, PDF, and Excel. Additionally, it offers customizable and auto-updating website feeds, enhancing the accessibility of legislative information. This focus on workflow automation supports public affairs teams in managing their activities efficiently while ensuring stakeholders remain informed.
Tank Utility
Venture Round in 2019
Tank Utility, Inc. specializes in developing software solutions for the fuel and energy sector, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency for fuel distribution companies. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers smart meters and cloud-based software that integrates wireless sensors to monitor propane levels in real time. By utilizing IoT technology and business intelligence software, Tank Utility enables fuel providers to reduce unnecessary delivery miles, thereby minimizing waste and improving customer engagement. Their products include easy-to-install wireless tank monitors and web applications that deliver real-time data on tank levels, usage, and pricing, ultimately enhancing service efficiency and customer retention. Additionally, Tank Utility provides installation and support services to ensure optimal utilization of its solutions.
Evisort
Seed Round in 2019
Evisort Inc. is a technology company that specializes in contract lifecycle management through its AI-powered application. Founded in 2016 and based in San Mateo, California, Evisort's platform automates the analysis and management of contracts, allowing users to extract, classify, and track key provisions efficiently. The solution enables seamless uploading, searching, monitoring, and reporting across various business areas, catering to professionals such as attorneys, procurement officers, and finance managers. Users can search for specific clauses, contract types, and assess risks related to indemnification, confidentiality, and compliance with regulations like GDPR. Evisort aims to enhance document management and transform legal challenges into strategic opportunities by connecting contract data across critical business systems and facilitating collaboration throughout the contract lifecycle.
CamoAg
Series A in 2019
CamoAg is a prominent provider of agricultural intelligence and operational management solutions tailored for the agribusiness sector. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates price discovery and enables landowners to optimize financial returns through fair rent assessments. CamoAg streamlines administrative processes with standardized online leases and digital payment systems, enhancing efficiency for both landowners and farmers. By harnessing advanced technologies, CamoAg empowers its clients to gain visibility into their operations, make informed decisions, and identify responsible growers, thereby promoting long-term sustainability and growth within the agricultural industry.
Home Bay
Series A in 2019
Home Bay Technologies Inc. operates an innovative online platform that facilitates real estate transactions for home sellers and buyers primarily in California. Founded in 2011 and based in San Diego, the company enables homeowners to market and sell their properties without relying on a traditional listing agent, thus avoiding associated costs. Users can list a variety of property types, including single-family homes and condominiums, and have their listings syndicate to major real estate websites and local brokerage platforms. The platform provides a user-friendly dashboard where sellers can manage listings, track buyer offers, and navigate the closing process. Additionally, Home Bay employs data-driven intelligence to assist sellers in countering offers and addressing buyer requests, ensuring a streamlined and transparent experience akin to using tax preparation software. The company has expanded its operations beyond California to include states such as Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Texas, and Colorado.
WhiteFox Defense Technologies
Seed Round in 2018
WhiteFox Defense Technologies is a counter-drone airspace defense company that specializes in providing solutions for managing drone activity in sensitive airspace globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers several products, including DroneFox, a software platform for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that detects and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, which ensures trust and authentication of drones in unmanned traffic management systems, available as a physical device or as part of the drone's software. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense, addressing the growing need for effective drone threat mitigation in various sectors.
Myagi
Venture Round in 2018
Myagi is a developer of an online workforce training platform that focuses on building a retail training network designed to enhance sales performance. The platform utilizes data and machine learning to create, curate, and deliver tailored learning content for employees, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in their roles. By facilitating the upskilling of the workforce, Myagi aims to help enterprise businesses improve overall performance outcomes.
GoSite
Seed Round in 2018
GoSite, Inc. is a digital platform designed to support small businesses, particularly those providing local services in the U.S. Established in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company offers an all-in-one, cloud-based solution that facilitates the transition from offline to online business operations. Its platform includes tools for website creation, marketing, business management, and financial management, enabling users to build mobile-ready websites with features such as built-in SEO and statistics tracking. GoSite also provides services like domain registration, professional web design, and online promotion through social media and email. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, GoSite helps small business owners connect with customers more effectively and manage their operations efficiently.
HerdDogg
Seed Round in 2018
HerdDogg, Inc. specializes in real-time livestock monitoring systems that assist producers in tracking their herds. The company offers a mobile app and software platform that provides insights into breeding, animal health, and traceability for individual animals. This system utilizes DoggTag ear tags, which are attached to the animals, and DoggBone, a passive device that collects data on the activity, health, and location of the herd. HerdDogg's technology is applicable across various livestock industries, including beef, bison, dairy, and sheep. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ashland, Oregon, the company aims to enhance herd health management through data science and innovative monitoring solutions.
Built In
Series B in 2018
Built In, Inc. operates a global network of online communities that serves as a recruitment solution for technology companies and startups. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company connects tech professionals with employers through its platform, which includes 29 dedicated websites in major tech hubs across the United States, Canada, India, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, and Australia. Built In offers a range of services, including employer branding, recruitment, community events, and industry insights, catering to sectors such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and healthcare technology. By enabling companies to tell their stories and promote their cultures, Built In helps organizations attract talent and fosters a community centered around a shared passion for technology.
Medical Engineering Innovations (MEI)
Series A in 2018
Medical Engineering Innovations (MEI) is focused on bringing new technologies to market that combat liver cancer with more effective tools for liver surgery and localized cancer treatment by heat (tumor ablation). Their technologies combine a unique algorithm to control the application of radiofrequency energy to tissue, with enhanced blade electrode geometries to optimize tissue heating.
Hazel Technologies
Series A in 2018
Hazel Technologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on reducing waste in the agricultural supply chain through innovative packaging solutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional location in Salinas, California, the company designs packaging inserts, known as sachets, that are placed in produce boxes at harvest. These sachets slow down the aging process of fruits and vegetables by controlling the storage atmosphere and inhibiting ethylene, which helps to extend shelf life and prevent spoilage. Hazel Technologies also offers horticultural consulting services to growers and shippers, working to improve the efficiency of the fresh produce supply chain. Their product development is supported by the United States Department of Agriculture, with performance validated by third-party research institutions. By providing effective shelf-life extension technologies and services, Hazel Technologies aims to combat global food waste and enhance profitability for its customers.
Helia Care
Convertible Note in 2018
Helia Care, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializes in developing paperless invoicing and requisition management software tailored for healthcare facilities and implant manufacturers. Its innovative cloud-based platform, Helia Connect™, is a comprehensive and HIPAA-compliant solution that facilitates collaboration between hospitals and suppliers. This platform aims to streamline the procurement process associated with orthopedic, spine, cardiovascular, and other implant surgeries, addressing the inefficiencies and high costs typically involved. By automating data collection from mobile devices and enhancing accountability, Helia Connect™ helps healthcare facilities improve their practices, achieve significant cost savings, and optimize operational efficiencies throughout the surgical process.
Artio Medical
Series A in 2018
Artio Medical, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing and commercializing catheter-based solutions for cardiovascular diseases. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the company specializes in endovascular devices designed for embolization of vessels, aneurysms, and other vascular structures. Its product offerings include Solus Gold and Solus Flex, both embolization devices featuring unique delivery systems, as well as Aneura and Endura, which combine coils and accessory balloons for the immediate occlusion of saccular and cerebral aneurysms, respectively. Artio Medical was founded in 2011 and was previously known as Metactive Medical, Inc. before rebranding in February 2020. The company operates as a subsidiary of Novita Therapeutics, LLC, and its innovations aim to enhance the speed and safety of vascular occlusion procedures for physicians.
Inprentus
Series A in 2018
Inprentus, Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Champaign, Illinois, that specializes in the design and manufacture of ultra-high precision diffraction gratings. Founded in 2012, the company produces X-ray and extreme ultraviolet diffraction gratings used primarily at synchrotron radiation facilities for applications in chemical analysis, imaging, and material characterization across various fields such as photovoltaics, catalysis, and environmental science. Inprentus has developed innovative manufacturing methods for mechanically ruled blazed diffraction gratings, which provide high resolving power with minimal blaze angles. Their products are integral to electron lasers, optical data communication, laser manufacturing, and semiconductor processes, enhancing capabilities in both industrial and research settings.
PolicyEngage
Seed Round in 2017
TrackBill is a provider of legislative tracking and reporting software that helps users stay informed about significant legislative actions, including bill introductions, amendments, hearings, and votes. The platform offers real-time alerts, enabling users to respond promptly to changes in legislation. TrackBill simplifies the process of legislative reporting by allowing clients to generate professional documents in various formats such as Word, PDF, and Excel. Additionally, it offers customizable and auto-updating website feeds, enhancing the accessibility of legislative information. This focus on workflow automation supports public affairs teams in managing their activities efficiently while ensuring stakeholders remain informed.
ConsortiEX
Venture Round in 2017
ConsortiEX Inc. is a health care technology company that serves pharmacies by providing systems and services for the ordering, distribution, and tracking of pharmaceuticals within hospitals in the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ConsortiEX offers Assure-Trak, an enterprise resource planning system designed to facilitate the collection, integration, management, and sharing of pharmacy information, particularly for the compounding of sterile products. The company also delivers a range of health care information technology services, which include pedigree management, IV workflow management, inventory and logistics management, and quality management reporting. Additionally, ConsortiEX provides compliance services related to the Drug Supply Chain Security Act as well as e-commerce order management services to support the compounding pharmacy needs of its member institutions and affiliates.
ClosedVirtualauditor
Venture Round in 2017
Virtual Auditor specializes in providing automated security audit and compliance services aimed at enhancing security and meeting regulatory requirements. Their flagship offering, the Virtual Security Officer Server (VSOS), is a fully managed information security solution that allows organizations to collect, store, and analyze network security events. This system helps clients assess their compliance with various regulatory mandates and industry standards by correlating event impacts and presenting the data in clear, comprehensive reports. Additionally, Virtual Auditor offers services such as risk assessments, application audits, IT management, and vulnerability testing, particularly catering to industries like healthcare and banking. These services contribute to the development of robust information security programs, enabling organizations to effectively manage cyber risks and implement IT compliance requirements.
Markit Medical
Seed Round in 2017
Markit Medical, Inc. operates an online platform designed to assist patients in comparing healthcare options based on convenience, price, and qualifications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the platform enhances shared decision-making and patient engagement at the point of care. It provides physicians with scheduling support and tailored referral solutions, leveraging real-time network and contract data. Additionally, the platform offers insurers a means to deliver price transparency information, empowering patients to make informed financial decisions regarding their healthcare. By facilitating the scheduling of appointments and providing out-of-pocket expense information, Markit Medical aims to simplify the healthcare navigation process for both patients and providers, ultimately enhancing patient satisfaction and reducing costs.
Paystand
Series A in 2017
Paystand, Inc. is a technology company founded in 2013 and based in Scotts Valley, California. It operates an electronic payment portal that facilitates online payments for businesses, allowing them to establish storefronts on their websites and social media platforms. The company aims to transform B2B payments by leveraging blockchain and cloud technology to offer Payments-as-a-Service. Its software digitizes receivables and automates payment processing, reducing time-to-cash and eliminating transaction fees. This innovative approach helps businesses streamline their cash management processes and unlock new revenue opportunities while contributing to a more open financial system.
Artio Medical
Venture Round in 2017
Artio Medical, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing and commercializing catheter-based solutions for cardiovascular diseases. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the company specializes in endovascular devices designed for embolization of vessels, aneurysms, and other vascular structures. Its product offerings include Solus Gold and Solus Flex, both embolization devices featuring unique delivery systems, as well as Aneura and Endura, which combine coils and accessory balloons for the immediate occlusion of saccular and cerebral aneurysms, respectively. Artio Medical was founded in 2011 and was previously known as Metactive Medical, Inc. before rebranding in February 2020. The company operates as a subsidiary of Novita Therapeutics, LLC, and its innovations aim to enhance the speed and safety of vascular occlusion procedures for physicians.
Home Bay
Venture Round in 2017
Home Bay Technologies Inc. operates an innovative online platform that facilitates real estate transactions for home sellers and buyers primarily in California. Founded in 2011 and based in San Diego, the company enables homeowners to market and sell their properties without relying on a traditional listing agent, thus avoiding associated costs. Users can list a variety of property types, including single-family homes and condominiums, and have their listings syndicate to major real estate websites and local brokerage platforms. The platform provides a user-friendly dashboard where sellers can manage listings, track buyer offers, and navigate the closing process. Additionally, Home Bay employs data-driven intelligence to assist sellers in countering offers and addressing buyer requests, ensuring a streamlined and transparent experience akin to using tax preparation software. The company has expanded its operations beyond California to include states such as Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Texas, and Colorado.
Opendorse
Series A in 2017
Opendorse is a technology provider focused on the athlete endorsement industry, offering a platform that enables athletes to understand, build, and monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) value. The free Opendorse app is utilized by over 100,000 athletes, while sports organizations, including teams and athletic departments, subscribe to the Opendorse platform to manage endorsements. Additionally, brands and sponsors can book athlete endorsements through the Opendorse Marketplace, paying one-time transaction fees for these services. The company partners with major organizations, such as the USOPC and various professional sports associations, and serves more than 100 NCAA athletic departments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Opendorse is recognized as the largest provider of technology in the NIL space, facilitating effective social media campaigns and engagement between athletes and their supporters.
Innara Health
Venture Round in 2017
Innara Health, Inc. specializes in developing neonatal care technologies aimed at improving the health and development outcomes for preterm and full-term infants, as well as children with developmental needs. The company is best known for its NTrainer System, a medical device that supports the development of non-nutritive sucking skills in newborns, which is crucial for feeding. This system assists caregivers in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units by providing insights into effective treatment strategies for infants facing feeding challenges. Founded in 2006 and based in Olathe, Kansas, Innara Health was previously known as KCBioMedix, Inc. until it rebranded in 2013. The company’s innovations are focused on enhancing the quality of life for infants and their families, as well as improving overall feeding outcomes in hospital settings.
CureMatch
Venture Round in 2017
CureMatch, Inc., based in San Diego, California, is a digital health company that specializes in personalized cancer medicine through its innovative computational platform. The company has developed a decision support system that assists oncologists in selecting optimal drug combinations tailored to the individual molecular profiles of cancer patients. By analyzing genetic information and comparing it with a comprehensive database of clinical trials, published research, and patient data, CureMatch aims to enhance treatment outcomes and save lives. Established in 2015, CureMatch empowers oncologists by equipping them with actionable insights, facilitating a more precise approach to cancer therapy.
Shotfarm
Venture Round in 2017
Shotfarm operates a cloud-based Product Content Network that provides an end-to-end solution for managing and exchanging product information, catering to the needs of the e-commerce industry. Its platform centralizes services, allowing retailers to easily search for and download product images from a single location while facilitating the distribution of product information to multiple retail partners. By offering a combination of free core functionality and affordable upgrade options, Shotfarm ensures its system is both user-friendly and scalable for thousands of retailers and manufacturers. The company's approach simplifies the complexities of product information management in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace.
Kypha
Venture Round in 2017
Kypha Inc. is a life sciences company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of in-vitro diagnostic biomarker tests targeting inflammation and autoimmune disorders. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, the company offers the COMP ACT System, which enhances the monitoring and treatment of various health conditions, including lupus, stroke, traumatic brain injury, preeclampsia, infection, kidney disease, and transplant rejection. Through its innovative platform, Kypha provides rapid and accurate assessments of inflammation levels, enabling healthcare professionals to make timely and informed clinical decisions. The company's approach facilitates testing across diverse settings, from home health care to clinical laboratories, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes by optimizing treatment strategies based on real-time immune insights. Since its incorporation in 2009, Kypha has attracted significant funding and built a strong network of scientific and clinical expertise to support its mission.
Zerigo Health
Venture Round in 2017
Zerigo Health, formerly known as Clarify Medical, Inc., specializes in home therapy solutions for chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo. The company offers innovative products like the Clarify mobile ultra violet B treatment system and the Home Light Therapy System, both designed to facilitate phototherapy in a home setting. Zerigo Health aims to enhance the ease and effectiveness of UVB therapy through a connected system that allows patients to manage their treatment via a smartphone app. This app enables users to control dosing, frequency, and duration of therapy, ensuring adherence to guidelines set by dermatology experts. By allowing patients to administer their treatments with clinical precision, Zerigo Health improves the overall patient experience, while also monitoring compliance and progress, ultimately empowering individuals to manage their chronic skin conditions more effectively from the comfort of their homes.
Reconstruct
Seed Round in 2017
Reconstruct, Inc. specializes in predictive computer vision data analytics software tailored for construction projects. Its visual production management platform facilitates data collection through drones, fixed cameras, or mobile devices, enabling effective progress analysis and documentation. By visualizing images and 3D points aligned with Building Information Modeling (BIM), the platform enhances coordination and transparency among project stakeholders. It identifies locations at risk of delays, allowing for proactive weekly work planning, and integrates schedules with BIM animations to illustrate any changes in plans. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Champaign, Illinois, Reconstruct aims to improve construction management by fostering better communication and visibility, thereby mitigating risks and ensuring project returns on investment.
Agrible
Series B in 2017
Agrible, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Champaign, Illinois, focused on developing software solutions to enhance farming operations globally. Founded in 2007 by Bill Northcott, Chris Harbourt, and Paul Miller, the company provides various tools to assist growers in making informed decisions. Its flagship product, Morning Farm Report, offers detailed forecasts and data on yield predictions, nutrient availability, and weather conditions, among other critical factors. Agrible also features Find My Seed, which aggregates third-party seed trial data, and Pocket Rain Gauge, delivering localized rainfall measurements. Other applications include Pocket Spray Smart, which provides field-specific spraying conditions, and Pocket Drone Control, which aids in crop damage assessments by offering aerial views of fields. Agrible serves a diverse clientele, including independent growers, major food brands, and agricultural consultants, enabling them to optimize production and sustainability through advanced predictive analytics and field-level insights.
CureMatch
Series A in 2017
CureMatch, Inc., based in San Diego, California, is a digital health company that specializes in personalized cancer medicine through its innovative computational platform. The company has developed a decision support system that assists oncologists in selecting optimal drug combinations tailored to the individual molecular profiles of cancer patients. By analyzing genetic information and comparing it with a comprehensive database of clinical trials, published research, and patient data, CureMatch aims to enhance treatment outcomes and save lives. Established in 2015, CureMatch empowers oncologists by equipping them with actionable insights, facilitating a more precise approach to cancer therapy.
Nanomed
Venture Round in 2017
Nanomed is a provider of graphene biosensor products used in life science research, drug discovery, and diagnostics, and health-monitoring. They provide fast and affordable tools for small molecule drug discovery. They have developed a breakthrough electrical assay based on proprietary Field Effect Biosensing (FEB) technology that detects molecular interactions. This technology employs a unique graphene biosensor to enable label-free, highly sensitive binding studies of small molecules to proteins. With a wide dynamic range, small sample requirements, and minimal signal contributions from common solvents and detergents, their technology complements existing technology and accelerates small molecule drug discovery. As the world’s leading mass-manufacturer of next-generation graphene biosensors, their mission is to transform the healthcare industry with innovative new products that accelerate cutting-edge life science and drug discovery research. It was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California.
PolicyEngage
Seed Round in 2017
TrackBill is a provider of legislative tracking and reporting software that helps users stay informed about significant legislative actions, including bill introductions, amendments, hearings, and votes. The platform offers real-time alerts, enabling users to respond promptly to changes in legislation. TrackBill simplifies the process of legislative reporting by allowing clients to generate professional documents in various formats such as Word, PDF, and Excel. Additionally, it offers customizable and auto-updating website feeds, enhancing the accessibility of legislative information. This focus on workflow automation supports public affairs teams in managing their activities efficiently while ensuring stakeholders remain informed.
Zerigo Health
Venture Round in 2017
Zerigo Health, formerly known as Clarify Medical, Inc., specializes in home therapy solutions for chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo. The company offers innovative products like the Clarify mobile ultra violet B treatment system and the Home Light Therapy System, both designed to facilitate phototherapy in a home setting. Zerigo Health aims to enhance the ease and effectiveness of UVB therapy through a connected system that allows patients to manage their treatment via a smartphone app. This app enables users to control dosing, frequency, and duration of therapy, ensuring adherence to guidelines set by dermatology experts. By allowing patients to administer their treatments with clinical precision, Zerigo Health improves the overall patient experience, while also monitoring compliance and progress, ultimately empowering individuals to manage their chronic skin conditions more effectively from the comfort of their homes.
Innara Health
Venture Round in 2017
Innara Health, Inc. specializes in developing neonatal care technologies aimed at improving the health and development outcomes for preterm and full-term infants, as well as children with developmental needs. The company is best known for its NTrainer System, a medical device that supports the development of non-nutritive sucking skills in newborns, which is crucial for feeding. This system assists caregivers in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units by providing insights into effective treatment strategies for infants facing feeding challenges. Founded in 2006 and based in Olathe, Kansas, Innara Health was previously known as KCBioMedix, Inc. until it rebranded in 2013. The company’s innovations are focused on enhancing the quality of life for infants and their families, as well as improving overall feeding outcomes in hospital settings.
WhiteFox Defense Technologies
Seed Round in 2017
WhiteFox Defense Technologies is a counter-drone airspace defense company that specializes in providing solutions for managing drone activity in sensitive airspace globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers several products, including DroneFox, a software platform for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that detects and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, which ensures trust and authentication of drones in unmanned traffic management systems, available as a physical device or as part of the drone's software. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense, addressing the growing need for effective drone threat mitigation in various sectors.
Inprentus
Series A in 2017
Inprentus, Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Champaign, Illinois, that specializes in the design and manufacture of ultra-high precision diffraction gratings. Founded in 2012, the company produces X-ray and extreme ultraviolet diffraction gratings used primarily at synchrotron radiation facilities for applications in chemical analysis, imaging, and material characterization across various fields such as photovoltaics, catalysis, and environmental science. Inprentus has developed innovative manufacturing methods for mechanically ruled blazed diffraction gratings, which provide high resolving power with minimal blaze angles. Their products are integral to electron lasers, optical data communication, laser manufacturing, and semiconductor processes, enhancing capabilities in both industrial and research settings.
Serionix
Venture Round in 2017
Serionix, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development of air and water purification solutions. Founded in 2011 and based in Champaign, Illinois, Serionix creates innovative filters for air purifiers and furnace units. The company utilizes fibrous activated carbon and ion-exchange materials to effectively remove toxic chemicals and odors from the air, as well as to eliminate viruses, bacteria, and mold. One of its notable products features a proprietary adsorptive coating technology called Colorfil™, which changes color as it absorbs pollutants, providing users with a clear visual indication of filter effectiveness and the need for replacement.
Asto CT
Venture Round in 2017
Asto CT LLC specializes in developing advanced X-ray computed tomography (CT) systems aimed at enhancing equine healthcare. Founded in 2015 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company focuses on preventing fractures and improving the overall well-being of thoroughbreds, show horses, recreational horses, and older equines. Asto CT's technology enhances fracture risk detection, facilitates the diagnosis of lameness, and aids in the management of dental and sinus conditions. Their flagship product, Equina, delivers rapid 3D imaging of the lower limbs, head, and neck of standing horses without the need for general anesthesia, ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience for the animals. By integrating cutting-edge robotics with fan-beam CT technology, Asto CT is committed to providing high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports veterinarians in delivering effective treatments.
ConsortiEX
Venture Round in 2017
ConsortiEX Inc. is a health care technology company that serves pharmacies by providing systems and services for the ordering, distribution, and tracking of pharmaceuticals within hospitals in the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ConsortiEX offers Assure-Trak, an enterprise resource planning system designed to facilitate the collection, integration, management, and sharing of pharmacy information, particularly for the compounding of sterile products. The company also delivers a range of health care information technology services, which include pedigree management, IV workflow management, inventory and logistics management, and quality management reporting. Additionally, ConsortiEX provides compliance services related to the Drug Supply Chain Security Act as well as e-commerce order management services to support the compounding pharmacy needs of its member institutions and affiliates.
Ringr
Venture Round in 2017
RiNGR, Inc. is the developer of the RINGR mobile application, which facilitates high-quality audio conversations between users regardless of their geographical locations. The app allows users to connect instantly through their smartphones or tablets, enabling them to record conversations with remarkable clarity, making it feel as though both parties are in the same room. Users can easily download these recordings for editing, playback, or storage, and share them across various platforms such as blogs, podcasts, and social media. The technology behind RINGR is designed to eliminate sound issues during long-distance interactions, making it an effective tool for interviews and conversations. Based in Champaign, Illinois, RiNGR, Inc. aims to enhance the way people communicate across distances.
Earshot
Venture Round in 2017
Earshot, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that develops a social media software platform aimed at enhancing real-time precision-based marketing services for brands. The platform includes several key offerings: Earshot Pulse, which provides an engagement platform and analytics dashboard; Earshot Precision, a programmatic paid media solution that allows for custom audience segmentation and targeted advertising based on offline behaviors; and Earshot Insight, which delivers customized reports on location, competitive intelligence, and event-based analytics. A notable feature of Earshot's technology is its patent-pending Decibel Level, a real-time relevancy score that helps brands prioritize social media posts based on various customizable factors such as location and content. By filtering posts from targeted locations, Earshot enables brands to discover and engage consumers effectively, ultimately improving their return on investment from social media marketing efforts.
Nanomed
Venture Round in 2017
Nanomed is a provider of graphene biosensor products used in life science research, drug discovery, and diagnostics, and health-monitoring. They provide fast and affordable tools for small molecule drug discovery. They have developed a breakthrough electrical assay based on proprietary Field Effect Biosensing (FEB) technology that detects molecular interactions. This technology employs a unique graphene biosensor to enable label-free, highly sensitive binding studies of small molecules to proteins. With a wide dynamic range, small sample requirements, and minimal signal contributions from common solvents and detergents, their technology complements existing technology and accelerates small molecule drug discovery. As the world’s leading mass-manufacturer of next-generation graphene biosensors, their mission is to transform the healthcare industry with innovative new products that accelerate cutting-edge life science and drug discovery research. It was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California.
FarmLead
Series A in 2017
FarmLead Resources Ltd. is a digital marketplace designed to enhance the buying and selling of grain, connecting farmers with verified buyers across North America. Founded in 2013 and based in Ottawa, Canada, the company operates in key agricultural regions including Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Through its online platform and mobile application, FarmLead offers various services such as market research, grain testing, and price visibility, which help reduce brokerage fees and risks for farmers. The marketplace promotes efficiency, transparency, and equality within the grain industry, enabling farmers to negotiate better deals while allowing buyers to conveniently find the grain they need in their preferred locations.
OPER
Venture Round in 2017
OPER, LLC is a mobile payment and rewards platform based in St. Louis, Missouri, established in 2015. The company offers a comprehensive app that enhances the dining experience by enabling users to order food, make payments, and earn rewards through cashback discounts. This platform not only facilitates transactions for restaurant customers but also allows various establishments to participate in the rewards program. Users can store their payment cards within the app and benefit from earning rewards across multiple categories, including food, clothing, and electronics.
Shotfarm
Venture Round in 2017
Shotfarm operates a cloud-based Product Content Network that provides an end-to-end solution for managing and exchanging product information, catering to the needs of the e-commerce industry. Its platform centralizes services, allowing retailers to easily search for and download product images from a single location while facilitating the distribution of product information to multiple retail partners. By offering a combination of free core functionality and affordable upgrade options, Shotfarm ensures its system is both user-friendly and scalable for thousands of retailers and manufacturers. The company's approach simplifies the complexities of product information management in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace.
Adarza BioSystems
Series C in 2017
Adarza BioSystems is an early-stage medical diagnostics company based in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 2008. The company specializes in developing a rapid and label-free biological assay platform that measures clinical and point-of-care samples. This innovative platform employs diagnostic arrayed imaging reflectometry (AIR) to enable the simultaneous detection of hundreds of analytes from a single drop of fluid, allowing healthcare professionals to conduct sophisticated tests with high sensitivity and specificity. By significantly reducing the time required for testing, Adarza BioSystems aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities in various healthcare settings.
Kypha
Venture Round in 2017
Kypha Inc. is a life sciences company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of in-vitro diagnostic biomarker tests targeting inflammation and autoimmune disorders. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, the company offers the COMP ACT System, which enhances the monitoring and treatment of various health conditions, including lupus, stroke, traumatic brain injury, preeclampsia, infection, kidney disease, and transplant rejection. Through its innovative platform, Kypha provides rapid and accurate assessments of inflammation levels, enabling healthcare professionals to make timely and informed clinical decisions. The company's approach facilitates testing across diverse settings, from home health care to clinical laboratories, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes by optimizing treatment strategies based on real-time immune insights. Since its incorporation in 2009, Kypha has attracted significant funding and built a strong network of scientific and clinical expertise to support its mission.
Home Bay
Seed Round in 2017
Home Bay Technologies Inc. operates an innovative online platform that facilitates real estate transactions for home sellers and buyers primarily in California. Founded in 2011 and based in San Diego, the company enables homeowners to market and sell their properties without relying on a traditional listing agent, thus avoiding associated costs. Users can list a variety of property types, including single-family homes and condominiums, and have their listings syndicate to major real estate websites and local brokerage platforms. The platform provides a user-friendly dashboard where sellers can manage listings, track buyer offers, and navigate the closing process. Additionally, Home Bay employs data-driven intelligence to assist sellers in countering offers and addressing buyer requests, ensuring a streamlined and transparent experience akin to using tax preparation software. The company has expanded its operations beyond California to include states such as Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Texas, and Colorado.
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