Thirteen Lune
Seed Round in 2021
Thirteen Lune is an online beauty platform dedicated to showcasing Black and brown-owned brands. The company redefines the perception of these brands within the beauty industry and among consumers by providing a space for education and engagement. Thirteen Lune aims to inspire the discovery of luxurious and effective products for the face, hair, and body, while uplifting the narratives of the creators behind these brands. Through its e-commerce destination, Thirteen Lune seeks to broaden the audience for these diverse beauty brands and celebrate their unique stories.
Pause Well-Aging
Seed Round in 2021
Pause Well-Aging is a skincare company focused on developing products that address the challenges associated with menopause. Its offerings include beauty creams and well-aging solutions designed to support individuals experiencing symptoms such as hot flashes, loss of collagen, reduced elasticity, diminished radiance, and excessively dry skin. By celebrating beauty on their own terms, the company aims to empower customers to navigate the various stages of menopause while promoting skin health and overall well-being.
Alleyoop
Seed Round in 2021
Alleyoop is a retailer specializing in personal care and beauty products designed to promote wellness and efficiency. The company offers a diverse range of skin-friendly items, including body moisturizers, makeup pens, setting sprays, brushes, and eyeshadow sticks. Alleyoop's products are formulated to be free from harmful substances such as parabens, latex, aluminum, and phthalates, ensuring they are safe for consumer use. By focusing on multifunctional products, Alleyoop aims to simplify beauty routines, allowing individuals to achieve their desired looks quickly and affordably.
Artiphon
Venture Round in 2021
Artiphon, Inc. is a Nashville-based company founded in 2011 that focuses on the design and manufacturing of innovative musical instruments aimed at making music accessible and engaging for everyone. The company has developed products like the INSTRUMENT 1 and Orba, which utilize intuitive gestures such as tapping, sliding, and waving to facilitate musical expression. These instruments can easily switch between various sounds like guitar, violin, piano, and drums, allowing users to adapt their playing style. Artiphon gained significant recognition with record-setting Kickstarter campaigns, where both products raised over $1 million in pre-orders. The INSTRUMENT 1 was notably recognized as a TIME Best Invention of the Year and a NAMM Best in Show. The company’s design philosophy is inspired by feedback from its community of creators, and its team includes experienced professionals from notable companies in the technology and music industries. Dr. Mike Butera, the founder, leverages his extensive background in sound studies to inform Artiphon's innovative approach to music technology.
R-Zero is a company specializing in smart building technology and biosafety solutions aimed at enhancing indoor environments. It offers a suite of products designed to improve workforce productivity and optimize real estate utilization while promoting health and safety. R-Zero's portfolio includes advanced indoor air quality and comfort monitoring systems, high-efficiency HVAC filtration, occupancy-based building controls, and space utilization sensors. Additionally, the company provides mobile UV-C units that effectively disinfect large spaces, aiding in the reduction of infectious disease transmission. With a focus on operational efficiency, R-Zero's connected platform delivers real-time insights that empower building owners and operators to adapt their properties for future demands while ensuring a safe and productive environment for tenants.
R-Zero is a company specializing in smart building technology and biosafety solutions aimed at enhancing indoor environments. It offers a suite of products designed to improve workforce productivity and optimize real estate utilization while promoting health and safety. R-Zero's portfolio includes advanced indoor air quality and comfort monitoring systems, high-efficiency HVAC filtration, occupancy-based building controls, and space utilization sensors. Additionally, the company provides mobile UV-C units that effectively disinfect large spaces, aiding in the reduction of infectious disease transmission. With a focus on operational efficiency, R-Zero's connected platform delivers real-time insights that empower building owners and operators to adapt their properties for future demands while ensuring a safe and productive environment for tenants.
Shine Bathroom
Seed Round in 2020
Shine Bathroom Technologies, Inc., established in 2018 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in manufacturing and distributing innovative, automatic toilet cleaning and maintenance devices. Their flagship product automates bathroom cleaning and maintenance, offering chemical-free cleaning and automatic deodorization, enhancing overall bathroom hygiene and user experience.
Capital Precast
Venture Round in 2020
Capital Precast, Inc. is a manufacturer of precast concrete products specializing in underground utility solutions. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Marcos, Texas, the company produces a range of items including storm drains, sewage vaults, grease traps, junction boxes, backflow assemblies, grate inlets, and electric manholes. Capital Precast serves utility contractors, distributors, and utility companies, focusing on delivering high-quality products and superior service to meet industry demands.