Sica Ventures

Holocron Technologies specializes in developing an information analytics platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance global domain awareness. The platform is designed to organize and analyze extensive amounts of open-source data through natural language processing, allowing for the tracking of information sources, locations, topics, ideas, and sentiment. It effectively differentiates stylistic and semantic nuances between various sources. Holocron's solutions cater primarily to government agencies and the military, providing non-sensitive intelligence to meet classified, unclassified, and proprietary intelligence needs across multiple disciplines in science and technology.

Kall Morris is a space solutions company focused on developing innovative technology for the rendezvous, retrieval, and relocation of objects in orbit. With roots in both academia and industry, the company aims to transition from laboratory development to low Earth orbit operations in 2024, anticipating positive revenue by 2025. Kall Morris specializes in creating a commercially viable platform for collecting orbital debris, utilizing a future fleet of spacecraft equipped with proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning software, alongside patented hardware. This technology enables the non-destructive securing of various in-space hazards, supporting the preservation of space for all users and facilitating critical missions for satellite operators. The company’s systems allow for the collection of multiple small debris pieces or large rocket bodies, significantly reducing the risk of orbital collisions.

Velontra, founded in 2021 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in hypersonic weapon technologies and aerospace solutions. The company focuses on developing hypersonic unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology that accelerates the design process while minimizing costs. Velontra's innovative approach involves creating engines capable of achieving hypersonic speeds, as well as designing and constructing the associated propulsion systems and vehicles. By streamlining the propulsion design cycle, Velontra aims to provide affordable options for the defense and space industries, facilitating the use of unmanned supersonic vehicles.

Adranos Energetics specializes in the development of advanced propellants and explosives for space and military applications. The company is focused on creating a cost-effective solid rocket propellant called ALITEC, which is designed to be more efficient, powerful, and environmentally friendly compared to traditional options. This innovative propellant not only improves rocket performance by increasing missile range and allowing for smaller, more affordable missiles but also eliminates harmful hydrochloric acid emissions associated with conventional aluminum-based propellants. Adranos aims to enhance the capabilities of both military and private space exploration users by expanding payload capacity and reducing the costs associated with launching into orbit.

Pay Theory is a payments platform designed to address the complex financial needs of various sectors, including education, healthcare, senior care, child care, government, property, and insurance. The company offers a financial infrastructure that facilitates digital payment access and integrated payment services, ensuring that families can easily connect with essential service providers. By providing solutions that accept multiple forms of payment, such as digital payments, electronic checks, and cash, Pay Theory aims to remove barriers related to money access and banking. This approach not only supports families in maintaining access to critical services but also creates new revenue opportunities for SaaS vendors within these industries.

Pay Theory is a payments platform designed to address the complex financial needs of various sectors, including education, healthcare, senior care, child care, government, property, and insurance. The company offers a financial infrastructure that facilitates digital payment access and integrated payment services, ensuring that families can easily connect with essential service providers. By providing solutions that accept multiple forms of payment, such as digital payments, electronic checks, and cash, Pay Theory aims to remove barriers related to money access and banking. This approach not only supports families in maintaining access to critical services but also creates new revenue opportunities for SaaS vendors within these industries.

TransAstra is focused on advancing technologies related to space resources and in-space transportation, aiming to foster significant growth in the existing and emerging space industries. The company specializes in locating and prospecting asteroids and lunar resources, such as water and other valuable materials. By developing methods to extract these resources, TransAstra enables their use as rocket propellants, thereby supporting not only current commercial satellites but also new ventures like space tourism. Additionally, TransAstra's innovative technology can detect asteroids and orbital debris that traditional systems struggle to find, including fast-moving objects in the space between Earth and the Moon. Through these efforts, TransAstra is positioned to play a pivotal role in expanding the space economy.

MRI Online is an e-learning platform that offers radiology courses and resources for practicing radiologists. The platform's 5- and 10-week online radiology fellowship programs are tailored to the needs of working radiologists. Report on real-world cases, review gold-standard reports, and receive personalized feedback – all without taking time away from work. With free, live conferences and learning available from anywhere, Noon Conference online radiology lectures and on-demand videos keep the radiology community connected. MRI Online was launched in 2019 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Traditional IT controls focus on locking down networks, devices, and people. All of this is done in the name of protecting data. But, once files are moved, shared, or stolen, the data is no longer protected. Even worse, these controls get in the way and frustrate business users to the point they intentionally work around them. Anchor inverts the equation by baking protection into the data, invisible to the business users (like antivirus), so that files are free to travel and security is out of the way. Simply put, wherever the data goes, it is protected. Anchor is a SaaS platform, with an endpoint component, that bakes protection into your files with a unique transparent combination of encryption, continuous multi-factor access controls, and a digital chain of custody. And when you do share or collaborate, Anchor protection stays with your data, even when it leaves your organization. Anchor empowers you to maintain control of your files while collaborating on premise or in the cloud, including forensic logging and revoking access. In under 90 minutes, Anchor is fully deployed and empowers your business users to securely work and collaborate without complicated security products or rules in the way. All without requiring you to change existing IT controls or how your users and applications work today. DAtAnchor is a result of a multi-year research activity, developed at Ohio State University. The development team currently has 6 members, 4 of which are full-time. We have seed level funding for >1M and an advisory board with members at the senior vice president level in Fortune 500 companies.

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Fleri is a social impact fintech company based in Columbus, Ohio, focused on enhancing the financial support immigrants provide to their families abroad, particularly in the healthcare sector. Through its primary product, FleriHealth, the company allows immigrants to directly find and pay for healthcare services for their loved ones overseas, ensuring that the funds are used as intended. The platform facilitates access to quality healthcare by assigning a family care manager and a primary care doctor to each user, along with offering unlimited care coordination. This approach aims to eliminate the complexities of traditional money transfers, providing transparency and accountability in supporting dependent relatives.

Bingo is a company that specializes in providing dog insurance through a personalized mobile app. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence and big data to offer tailored coverage, allowing pet owners to obtain quotes, purchase policies, and manage claims efficiently. This innovative approach ensures that customers receive fair insurance options for their dogs, regardless of age or breed, addressing the unexpected circumstances that may arise in pet ownership. By streamlining the insurance process, Bingo aims to enhance the experience for pet owners while ensuring their dogs are adequately protected.

Contact CI specializes in the development of haptic technology aimed at enhancing user interaction in simulation training and virtual reality experiences. The company’s flagship product allows users to engage with virtual environments through a realistic sense of touch, effectively simulating finger-focused interactions. This technology not only fosters a more intuitive experience but also unlocks new potentials for human-computer interfaces by providing nuanced tactile feedback. By focusing on the tangible engagement in virtual and augmented reality, Contact CI aims to revolutionize how individuals interact with digital simulations, making them more immersive and impactful.

Cloverleaf LLC offers a visualization and scenario-planning platform designed to enhance team management and employee development. Founded in 2015 and based in Covington, Kentucky, the platform analyzes employee data to provide insights into team dynamics by cross-mapping personality traits, skills, and organizational culture. This enables users, including agile practitioners, project managers, and human resource professionals, to position team members effectively, improve communication, and identify suitable candidates to boost productivity. Additionally, Cloverleaf's automated coaching features deliver personalized nudges through commonly used tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft Outlook, and Slack, fostering collaboration and performance improvements within teams.

SHARE Mobility specializes in providing transportation solutions tailored for companies, aimed at addressing the mobility challenges faced by frontline workers. The company offers a comprehensive transit planning software that includes features such as planning, simulation, on-demand micro-transit, and routing. This integrated approach facilitates multi-modal transit and mobility management, enabling enterprises and transit operators to improve employee retention and fill open jobs by offering reliable transportation as a benefit. SHARE Mobility's focus on sustainable and safe transportation solutions empowers brands and employers to support their workforces and communities effectively.

Autobon Holdings, Inc. develops vehicle assistance software aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness for truckers and fleet owners. The company offers technologies such as Autobon Visor and CargoCam, which facilitate the tracking and monitoring of cargo and trucks. Additionally, Autobon focuses on upgrading existing semi-trucks into safer and more automated vehicles through a low-cost autopilot platform that incorporates self-driving and advanced logistics features. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Autobon's systems provide intelligent tracking assistance and integrate vehicle telematics with custom transportation management systems, enabling fleet owners to improve efficiency, reduce accidents, and lower fuel consumption. Established in 2016 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Autobon was formerly known as Autobon AI, Inc. before rebranding in December 2017.