TechNexus Venture Collaborative

TechNexus Venture Collaborative, established in 2007 and based in Chicago, Illinois, is a venture capital firm that facilitates collaboration between leading corporations and innovative entrepreneurs. By combining capital investment, incubation services, and collaborative opportunities, TechNexus aims to develop new business models, revenue streams, and scalable market access. The firm focuses on various sectors, including audio and consumer electronics, B2B software, health and wellness, manufacturing, marine and outdoor recreation, media production, mobility, and retail. With a track record of accelerating business opportunities, TechNexus has connected dozens of corporations with over 600 startups, positioning itself as one of the most active venture investors in the United States.

Kaitlyn Doyle

Vice President, Venture

Terry Howerton

Co-Founder and CEO

262 past transactions

Harbinger

Series B in 2025
Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle company dedicated to innovating the medium-duty vehicle sector. The company specializes in developing advanced electric vehicle technologies, focusing on proprietary vehicle platforms tailored specifically for commercial applications. Its team comprises experts in electric vehicles, battery systems, and drivetrains who leverage their extensive experience to meet the rising demand for medium-duty EVs. Harbinger's unique chassis architecture enhances safety, driver experience, and productivity, incorporating features such as autonomous-ready drive-by-wire steering and improved vehicle ergonomics. By offering a first-of-its-kind EV platform with no acquisition premium, Harbinger aims to modernize the industry while promoting efficient and joyful driving experiences.

AmpUp

Series A in 2024
ampUp is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. It has developed a software platform that facilitates a reservable charging network, connecting drivers, hosts, and fleets to make EV charging more accessible and efficient. The platform allows businesses and property owners to manage multiple charging stations seamlessly, promoting a peer-to-peer network that enables users to monetize their chargers. By listing their charging stations on ampUp's network, customers can earn revenue while contributing to broader electrification efforts in their communities. Overall, ampUp aims to simplify the charging experience and support the growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure.

H3X

Series A in 2024
H3X Technologies specializes in the manufacture of high-power density electric propulsion systems designed for sustainable aviation and urban air mobility. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, the company has developed a unique product that integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single unit. This innovation aims to drive significant decarbonization across aviation, marine, and heavy industrial sectors, enhancing performance while also contributing to national security. H3X's systems allow aerospace companies to retrofit existing designs, thereby improving aircraft efficiency and promoting a more sustainable future in aviation.

UpSmith

Seed Round in 2024
UpSmith is a company focused on improving lives by providing access to training in practical skills and supporting long-lasting careers. It develops a vertical software-as-a-service platform tailored for skilled trades businesses, aimed at enhancing workforce productivity. UpSmith's technology includes gamification products that incentivize value-creating behaviors among frontline workers, ultimately helping clients to increase revenue, boost output, and reduce costs. By combining innovative technology with a commitment to workforce development, UpSmith strives to empower skilled workers and facilitate the growth of trades businesses.

Lightship

Series B in 2024
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup founded in 2020 by former Tesla employees, based in San Francisco. The company is focused on revolutionizing the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, which is valued at $26 billion, by developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer. This innovative vehicle aims to provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered RVs, alleviating issues such as noise, emissions, and range anxiety. By prioritizing sustainability, Lightship seeks to enhance outdoor travel experiences while promoting the preservation of nature. The company’s approach allows travelers to reduce fuel costs and minimize their environmental impact, making it easier to explore the outdoors responsibly.

Invert Robotics

Venture Round in 2023
Invert Robotics Limited is a company based in Christchurch, New Zealand, that specializes in remote robotic inspection services primarily for the food and beverage industry, as well as the pharmaceutical and oil and gas sectors. Founded in 2010, Invert Robotics has developed a modular, non-destructive inspection platform that can perform visual inspections on various industrial equipment, such as storage tanks, spray dryers, and fluid beds. Their robots are designed to navigate smoothly on various surfaces, including non-magnetic materials, ensuring safe and accurate asset management. In addition to inspection services, the company also provides repair services, leveraging advanced technology to enhance maintenance capabilities across multiple industries.

Bluedot

Seed Round in 2023
Bluedot is a marketplace focused on enhancing electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a software and hardware integrated system through a mobile application. This platform allows charger owners to schedule and share their charging spots, generating income while facilitating EV owners in locating both public and private charging units. The application not only enables users to track real-time availability of charging stations but also supports fleet owners in managing charge schedules, statistics, and maintenance remotely. Additionally, it serves as a universal charging payment and rewards platform for individual and fleet drivers, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles.

ShopGenie

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Shopgenie is an online marketing platform specifically designed for automotive repair shops, aimed at enhancing their sales and service revenues. The platform provides a comprehensive suite of tools that includes targeted advertising, high-converting websites, and pre-vetted customer access. Additionally, it offers an easy-to-use customer relationship management system, SMS chat flows, email communication tools, and automated follow-up systems. By utilizing these features, automotive shops can effectively capture leads, streamline their operations, and increase their client base, ultimately saving time and improving efficiency.

Captain Experiences

Venture Round in 2023
Captain Experiences is an Austin-based company that simplifies the process of booking outdoor sports trips, primarily focusing on fishing and adventure experiences. The platform allows users to search for thousands of trips based on various criteria such as location, group size, target species, and price, ensuring a tailored experience for each customer. With a commitment to making outdoor adventures accessible to everyone, Captain Experiences offers a user-friendly online booking system and connects clients with expert guides known as "Damn Good Guides." While initially centered on fishing, the company plans to expand its offerings across all outdoor sports and locations, prioritizing ease and safety in the booking process.

Kanarys

Series A in 2023
Kanarys, Inc., established in 2018 and based in Dallas, Texas, is a technology company dedicated to addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) challenges within organizations. Its digital platform offers tools that facilitate long-term systemic change by leveraging data analytics, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing. This enables companies to assess their DEI strategies effectively, identify areas for improvement, and implement precise interventions. By providing a framework for benchmarking and measuring the impact of DEI initiatives, Kanarys aims to integrate best practices into all aspects of organizational operations, ultimately fostering an inclusive workplace culture and driving meaningful business outcomes.

NanoGraf

Series B in 2023
NanoGraf Corporation is a materials science company based in Chicago, Illinois, focused on the development and commercialization of advanced materials for the energy storage market. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in silicon-graphene electrode materials designed for lithium-ion batteries, which offer higher energy density and reduced charging times compared to traditional graphitic-based anodes. These innovative materials have potential applications across various sectors, including consumer electronics and electric vehicles. NanoGraf's technology aims to enhance battery capacity while enabling cost-effective production through a chemistry-based manufacturing process.

Bluedot

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Bluedot is a marketplace focused on enhancing electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a software and hardware integrated system through a mobile application. This platform allows charger owners to schedule and share their charging spots, generating income while facilitating EV owners in locating both public and private charging units. The application not only enables users to track real-time availability of charging stations but also supports fleet owners in managing charge schedules, statistics, and maintenance remotely. Additionally, it serves as a universal charging payment and rewards platform for individual and fleet drivers, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles.

Chord

Series A in 2023
Chord is a New York-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in commerce-as-a-service software designed to empower businesses in the commerce sector. The company provides technology and data products that enable direct-to-consumer brands to create customized digital experiences and gain valuable insights through first-party customer data. Chord's offerings include scalable headless commerce technology that allows businesses to transition seamlessly to modern commerce solutions. By focusing on enhancing the capabilities of commerce entrepreneurs, Chord aims to facilitate deeper and richer customer interactions while providing cost-effective solutions for businesses looking to innovate in the digital marketplace.

Kanarys

Venture Round in 2022
Kanarys, Inc., established in 2018 and based in Dallas, Texas, is a technology company dedicated to addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) challenges within organizations. Its digital platform offers tools that facilitate long-term systemic change by leveraging data analytics, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing. This enables companies to assess their DEI strategies effectively, identify areas for improvement, and implement precise interventions. By providing a framework for benchmarking and measuring the impact of DEI initiatives, Kanarys aims to integrate best practices into all aspects of organizational operations, ultimately fostering an inclusive workplace culture and driving meaningful business outcomes.

ScopeAR

Venture Round in 2022
Scope AR provides the advanced augmented reality training solutions. They are leading the way in this emerging market, using the latest in augmented glasses and software to provide an incredible real-time 3D overlay training solution.

Cabana

Venture Round in 2022
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.

Mobius Motors

Venture Round in 2022
Mobius Motors Ltd. designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles tailored for the African mass market, focusing on the specific needs of consumers in developing regions. Founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, the company produces affordable vehicles that facilitate the transportation of heavy cargo, operate effectively over rough terrains, and serve public transport and goods delivery needs. By providing appropriate transport solutions, Mobius Motors aims to enhance mobility in rural Africa and contribute to a more connected and prosperous continent.

Mobius

Venture Round in 2022
Mobius enables the ultimate untethered lifestyle by creating inspiring, immersive, transformable, tech-infused mobile platforms.

Mojio

Venture Round in 2022
Mojio, Inc. is a technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in cloud-connected devices and software solutions designed to enhance car ownership experiences. Founded in 2012, Mojio's flagship product is a cellular and GPS device that connects to various vehicles, offering insights into their performance and safety. The device provides features such as geo-location, personalized messaging, and a virtual driving assistant that analyzes vehicle data. Additionally, Mojio offers a smartphone app and a SaaS platform that enables users to build and scale connected mobility services. The company serves a diverse clientele, including prominent brands like Amazon and Microsoft, and has gathered extensive driving data from over a million vehicles. This data is leveraged through machine learning to deliver actionable insights, ultimately creating new revenue opportunities across the automotive industry. Mojio also provides GPS fleet tracking solutions tailored for small businesses that depend on vehicle operations.

Playbook

Venture Round in 2022
Playbook is a leading creator economy platform focused on the fitness and athletic industry. It provides mobile SaaS tools and services that empower health, wellness, and fitness creators to monetize their training content effectively. By enabling creators to share exercise routines, diet charts, and other related materials, Playbook facilitates the transformation of their iPhone content into substantial subscription income. This platform caters specifically to the needs of today's fitness professionals, helping them connect with fans and clients while building a sustainable business.

Maverick Bioworks

Venture Round in 2022
Creating greener manufacturing with made-to-order custom enzymes.

Rollick

Venture Round in 2022
Rollick Outdoor, Inc. is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online marketing platform designed to connect manufacturers of recreational products with dealers. The platform enhances the customer experience by facilitating interactions throughout the purchasing journey, from initial interest to repeat purchases. It serves the powersports, RV, and marine industries by offering a suite of marketing and technology solutions that streamline the buying process for consumers and improve sales and marketing effectiveness for dealers. Rollick's ecosystem aims to simplify the acquisition of recreational and industrial equipment, ensuring that both manufacturers and dealers can provide personalized experiences to their customers.

Mystery Tackle Box

Venture Round in 2022
Mystery Tackle Box, a subscription service offered by Catch Co., specializes in delivering fishing products directly to consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a unique tackle discovery platform that allows users to explore various fishing gear, including tackle, bait, rods, and reels. Each month, subscribers receive a curated selection of fishing supplies tailored to enhance their angling experience. By blending product discovery with educational content, Mystery Tackle Box aims to simplify the process of finding the right equipment for both novice and experienced anglers, thus promoting a more engaging and rewarding fishing experience.

Native Voice

Venture Round in 2022
Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

Partium

Seed Round in 2022
Partium, founded in 2020, specializes in providing a fast and reliable search experience for spare parts. The company developed a platform that utilizes image recognition and visual search technology to facilitate efficient part identification in complex industrial and home improvement settings. By streamlining the search process, Partium significantly reduces the time technicians and users spend locating the correct spare part. Its services are employed by numerous businesses, including well-known names in various industries, to enhance their digital aftersales environments. Partium's software as a service enables clients to offer a seamless experience for searching, confirming, and ordering spare parts. With millions of searches handled monthly, Partium not only improves user satisfaction through greater relevancy and accuracy but also boosts conversion rates, contributing to the profitable growth of its clients' online aftersales operations. The company operates globally, with offices in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and is dedicated to transforming the aftersales landscape.

Bluedot

Venture Round in 2022
Bluedot is a marketplace focused on enhancing electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a software and hardware integrated system through a mobile application. This platform allows charger owners to schedule and share their charging spots, generating income while facilitating EV owners in locating both public and private charging units. The application not only enables users to track real-time availability of charging stations but also supports fleet owners in managing charge schedules, statistics, and maintenance remotely. Additionally, it serves as a universal charging payment and rewards platform for individual and fleet drivers, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles.

Aspinity

Venture Round in 2022
Aspinity, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in manufacturing reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips designed for ultra-low-power electronics. These chips utilize neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology to analyze raw, unstructured analog sensor data, identifying significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By focusing on early cues, Aspinity's RAMP chips significantly reduce the need for higher power processing, optimizing power consumption in always-on, battery-operated sensing devices. This technology is applicable across various markets, including consumer, industrial, and biomedical sectors, enhancing functionalities such as voice activation, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health monitoring. Aspinity was incorporated in 2012 and aims to revolutionize the architecture of sensing devices through innovative power and data management solutions.

Trint

Venture Round in 2022
Trint Limited operates an online platform that specializes in converting audio and video content into searchable text. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the company provides users with tools to edit and enhance transcripts quickly, add captions to videos, and share snippets of audio and video online. Trint's services cater to a diverse range of industries, including journalism, media, video editing, academic research, and market research. By utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform streamlines the transcription process, allowing users to easily locate key moments within their content. The founders, Jeff Kofman and Mark Boas, recognized the challenges of manual transcription and developed Trint to address these inefficiencies, ultimately enhancing content creation for both individuals and organizations.

Geomiq

Series A in 2022
Geomiq is an AI-powered online manufacturing platform that revolutionizes the manufacturing process for engineering teams. It offers instant quotes and ordering for custom manufactured parts, including 3D printing, CNC machining, and various injection molding techniques, such as liquid silicone rubber molding and plastic injection molding. By collaborating with trusted manufacturing partners, Geomiq enables engineers to quickly obtain quotes and efficiently order the parts they need, streamlining the development of state-of-the-art products.

Agora

Series A in 2022
Agora is a rapidly growing provider of Communications-Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) solutions, specializing in mobile-first, real-time communication technologies for developers and businesses worldwide. The company's widely adopted API enables real-time communication features such as voice calling, video calling, group conferencing, and interactive broadcasting, and is installed on over 500 million devices. Agora's services cater to diverse industries, including telemedicine, education, financial services, customer service, social media applications, and mobile gaming. With a focus on reliability, accessibility, and scalability, Agora operates primarily in China and the United States, generating the majority of its revenue from the Chinese market.

AssemblyAI

Series B in 2022
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Perch

Venture Round in 2022
Perch, founded in July 2016 by Jacob Rothman and Nathan Rodman, is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company specializes in velocity-based training equipment that incorporates cameras mounted on weight racks to measure and analyze weightlifting performance. By tracking bar velocity, power output, and bar path, Perch provides athletes with valuable insights into their training sessions without interrupting their routines. The system generates reports on daily and longitudinal trends, enabling users to optimize their workouts, manage training loads, and monitor fatigue effectively.

Tectonic

Venture Round in 2022
Tectonic Audio Labs Inc. designs and manufactures innovative loudspeakers tailored for various applications, including audiovisual rentals, touring, and religious settings. The company specializes in flat-panel loudspeakers, offering models such as the PL-11 for small to medium venues and the PL-12 for larger spaces. In addition to loudspeakers, Tectonic provides rigging systems, mounting solutions, and speaker cases, catering to markets like clubs, theaters, churches, auditoriums, corporate events, sports venues, and festivals. Utilizing patented technologies, such as distributed mode loudspeakers and balanced mode radiators, Tectonic's products deliver high-quality audio experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, the company sells its products primarily through dealers in the United States.

Let’s Do This

Series B in 2022
Let’s Do This is an online marketplace that connects athletes with a wide range of endurance events, including running, cycling, triathlons, and obstacle races. Founded in 2016 by Alex Rose and Sam Browne, the platform serves as a comprehensive resource for both race organizers and participants. It enables race organizers to effectively reach a dedicated community of endurance sports enthusiasts, while providing users with detailed event information, news, and special offers. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an office in London, United Kingdom, Let’s Do This aims to make it easy for individuals to find and book a variety of races, from local 5k fun runs to major international competitions.

H3X

Venture Round in 2022
H3X Technologies specializes in the manufacture of high-power density electric propulsion systems designed for sustainable aviation and urban air mobility. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, the company has developed a unique product that integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single unit. This innovation aims to drive significant decarbonization across aviation, marine, and heavy industrial sectors, enhancing performance while also contributing to national security. H3X's systems allow aerospace companies to retrofit existing designs, thereby improving aircraft efficiency and promoting a more sustainable future in aviation.

AmpUp

Venture Round in 2022
ampUp is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. It has developed a software platform that facilitates a reservable charging network, connecting drivers, hosts, and fleets to make EV charging more accessible and efficient. The platform allows businesses and property owners to manage multiple charging stations seamlessly, promoting a peer-to-peer network that enables users to monetize their chargers. By listing their charging stations on ampUp's network, customers can earn revenue while contributing to broader electrification efforts in their communities. Overall, ampUp aims to simplify the charging experience and support the growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure.

Hologram

Venture Round in 2022
Hologram, Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions for managing Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Founded in 2014 in Chicago, Illinois, Hologram offers a cellular platform that allows manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and system integrators to create devices with cellular connectivity. The company's Konekt cloud service acts as a data broker, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by devices, which supports users in maintaining their infrastructure. Hologram also provides a Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Short Messaging Service (SMS) that enhances notifications and system integrations for Internet-connected devices. The company has established itself as a vital partner for various technology initiatives, enabling the connectivity of micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and drones, as well as supporting health devices in remote areas. Hologram aims to be the key operating system for global connectivity as the number of connected devices continues to grow.

Natrion

Seed Round in 2022
Natrion LLC specializes in the design and manufacturing of sodium-ion batteries and solid-state electrolyte components. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, the company is focused on enhancing renewable energy storage solutions. Natrion has developed a plug-and-play solid-state electrolyte component known as LISIC, which can be quickly integrated into existing battery production lines. This innovation aims to eliminate fire risks, improve battery durability, and facilitate the use of advanced chemistries that enhance energy density. By providing universally compatible materials for solid-state batteries, Natrion supports the transition to efficient renewable energy systems.

SixWheel

Seed Round in 2022
SixWheel provides road freight electrification services.

Kognitive Networks

Venture Round in 2022
Kognitive Networks is a digital platform focusing on providing reliable internet services for maritime vessels. Founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company utilizes proprietary software algorithms to identify and select the most effective connectivity options from both satellite and terrestrial networks. This approach ensures that maritime users, whether in port or at sea, have access to simple and powerful internet solutions tailored to their needs.

AssemblyAI

Series A in 2022
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Mystery Tackle Box

Venture Round in 2022
Mystery Tackle Box, a subscription service offered by Catch Co., specializes in delivering fishing products directly to consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a unique tackle discovery platform that allows users to explore various fishing gear, including tackle, bait, rods, and reels. Each month, subscribers receive a curated selection of fishing supplies tailored to enhance their angling experience. By blending product discovery with educational content, Mystery Tackle Box aims to simplify the process of finding the right equipment for both novice and experienced anglers, thus promoting a more engaging and rewarding fishing experience.

Sounder.fm

Series A in 2022
Sounder is the cutting-edge technology platform at the forefront of AI/ML-driven content classification and data extraction for the audio industry. By providing contextual intelligence and brand safety solutions to audio publishers, advertising marketplaces, and brands & agencies, Sounder enables significant monetization opportunities at scale

Anglr

Venture Round in 2022
Anglr is a company dedicated to enhancing the sportfishing experience through a vertical social app and a connected suite of IoT devices. Targeting the $50 billion sportfishing industry, Anglr offers an advanced fishing application that serves as a digital logbook for anglers. This application allows users to track essential details of their fishing trips, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and catch counts. By recording and reviewing these statistics, users can not only relive their fishing adventures but also improve their skills and share experiences with friends. The Anglr ecosystem combines technology and social interaction to create a comprehensive platform for fishing enthusiasts.

Captain Experiences

Seed Round in 2022
Captain Experiences is an Austin-based company that simplifies the process of booking outdoor sports trips, primarily focusing on fishing and adventure experiences. The platform allows users to search for thousands of trips based on various criteria such as location, group size, target species, and price, ensuring a tailored experience for each customer. With a commitment to making outdoor adventures accessible to everyone, Captain Experiences offers a user-friendly online booking system and connects clients with expert guides known as "Damn Good Guides." While initially centered on fishing, the company plans to expand its offerings across all outdoor sports and locations, prioritizing ease and safety in the booking process.

C360

Venture Round in 2022
C360 Technologies is a video technology company that specializes in delivering high-quality, non-stitched immersive video products. Established in 2008 and based in Wexford, Pennsylvania, C360 has pioneered original 360 technologies that provide stunning 6K immersive broadcast and streaming video without the need for multi-headed cameras. The company offers unique solutions for live television events, enabling multiple HD-SDI outputs for broadcast backhaul while simultaneously delivering 4K streams to over-the-top (OTT) platforms. This configuration allows for an enhanced user experience, empowering viewers to independently control their camera location and adjust pan, tilt, and zoom settings during live events. C360's innovative approach to video production enhances real-time broadcasting capabilities and supports seamless integration for the second-screen user experience.

Respeecher

Venture Round in 2021
Respeecher, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Seattle, Washington, operates an artificial intelligence-based voice cloning platform that allows users to speak in the voice of another person. This technology enables the dubbing of movies and television shows while preserving the original voice, as well as creating audiobooks narrated in the author’s voice. Respeecher's platform facilitates innovative content creation in various entertainment sectors and provides solutions for call centers, allowing a single voice to engage with different customers. Additionally, it offers support for individuals with speech challenges. Through its AI-driven approach, Respeecher aims to redefine how voices can be utilized across multiple applications.

Beastcoast

Venture Round in 2021
Beastcoast is an online esports organization founded in 2017 by Grant Zinn in New York City. The company specializes in organizing games and tournaments tailored to players' interests, promoting community engagement and entertainment. Beastcoast operates multiple esports teams and a content engine, and it also functions as a marketing agency. Additionally, the organization offers a merchandise store for gamers, providing gaming accessories and apparel. By focusing on quality content and the overall well-being of players, Beastcoast aims to foster a vibrant esports community while enhancing the gaming experience.

Sonoro

Venture Round in 2021
Sonoro is a global entertainment company focused on creating culturally relevant audio-first content in English and Spanish, including Spanglish. The company collaborates with both established and emerging talent to produce engaging stories that can be accessed anytime and anywhere, whether on a computer, mobile device, or during activities such as exercising or shopping. By delivering content that resonates with diverse audiences, Sonoro aims to enhance the way people consume stories, making it convenient for users to stay informed and entertained while managing their daily routines.

Soundskrit

Venture Round in 2021
Soundskrit is a Montreal-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing bio-inspired directional microphones. These innovative microphones enhance audio capture capabilities in consumer devices by measuring the velocity of incoming sound rather than relying on traditional pressure-based methods. This approach allows Soundskrit's microphones to effectively isolate and separate sound sources in noisy environments, improving speech recognition and sound localization without compromising size or audio quality. Their technology enables various applications, including enhanced audio recording in smartphones and situation-aware devices that allow users to focus on specific sounds. By addressing the limitations of conventional microphones, Soundskrit is poised to advance the next generation of audio applications and features in consumer electronics.

Natrion

Seed Round in 2021
Natrion LLC specializes in the design and manufacturing of sodium-ion batteries and solid-state electrolyte components. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, the company is focused on enhancing renewable energy storage solutions. Natrion has developed a plug-and-play solid-state electrolyte component known as LISIC, which can be quickly integrated into existing battery production lines. This innovation aims to eliminate fire risks, improve battery durability, and facilitate the use of advanced chemistries that enhance energy density. By providing universally compatible materials for solid-state batteries, Natrion supports the transition to efficient renewable energy systems.

General Radar

Venture Round in 2021
General Radar, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in the development of high-resolution phased array millimeter-wave radar technology tailored for autonomous systems, particularly in the autonomous vehicles industry. The company focuses on creating advanced radar services that are commercially scalable, reliable, and affordable. Its multi-mission Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars utilize digital beamforming and supercomputing capabilities, allowing for innovative applications across both commercial and defense sectors.

Threekit

Series B in 2021
ThreeKit Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in a three-dimensional (3D) product configuration and visualization platform. Founded in 2005, ThreeKit enables brands to create, manage, and scale high-quality visual content that enhances online customer engagement and drives conversions. The platform offers a variety of solutions, including interactive 3D configurations, photorealistic 2D images, augmented and virtual reality experiences, and a visual configuration tool that allows consumers to customize products in real-time. Additionally, ThreeKit provides digital asset management capabilities to streamline control over digital content. Its flagship product, Virtual Photographer, generates realistic-looking product images for e-commerce through computer rendering. By allowing businesses to efficiently produce thousands of interactive visuals, ThreeKit supports companies of all sizes in enhancing their visual commerce strategies across multiple channels.

SwayID

Venture Round in 2021
SwayID is a digital verification platform that specializes in real-time identity authentication for creator-consumers, a rapidly growing demographic of over 200 million content creators across various social media platforms. By utilizing a wide range of authoritative data sources, SwayID verifies the status of these creators seamlessly within the shopping experience, enhancing customer loyalty and reducing churn. This instant verification process enables brands to deliver exclusive offers and promotions tailored specifically to this valuable segment, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between creators and brands. SwayID's ecosystem empowers verified creators with access to unique discounts and monetization opportunities, promoting economic equity within the community. As the network of brands and creators expands, it creates a self-reinforcing cycle of engagement and growth, setting a new standard in marketing and loyalty programs where both parties can thrive together.

Symbl.ai

Series A in 2021
Symbl.ai is an early-stage startup based in Seattle, Washington, focused on providing conversational intelligence solutions for developers. Founded in 2018, the company has created a platform that leverages machine learning to analyze voice and text conversations in real time. By simplifying the process of building and maintaining conversational understanding systems, Symbl.ai allows developers to concentrate on creating engaging and productive user experiences. The platform offers proprietary algorithms that extract actionable insights and outcomes from human-to-human discussions without requiring extensive training or custom classifiers, enabling clients to implement conversational intelligence at scale effectively.

Mixhalo

Venture Round in 2021
Mixhalo is an audio technology platform that enhances live events by delivering real-time sound directly to attendees' smartphones and headphones. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the platform caters to a variety of events, including concerts, sports, festivals, and conferences. By using its free app, audiences can access high-quality audio, ensuring they experience the event as intended. Mixhalo's innovative approach democratizes sound and unifies the live experience for attendees, allowing event organizers to provide immersive audio experiences that meet the expectations of their audiences. Founded by Mike Einziger and Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo represents a significant advancement in how sound is experienced at live gatherings.

Mesh++

Venture Round in 2021
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

The Dyrt

Series B in 2021
The Dyrt, Inc. operates an online platform that specializes in providing information and ratings for campsites across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, The Dyrt features a website and a mobile application available on both the App Store and Google Play. Users can access a wealth of resources, including over a million photos, reviews, and tips for campgrounds. The platform includes a free service as well as a premium subscription, The Dyrt PRO, which offers enhanced features such as offline search capabilities, public land map layers, and discounts on campgrounds and camping gear for an annual fee. The Dyrt PRO has become a leading consumer subscription service for campers, facilitating trip planning and providing additional tools to enhance the camping experience.

ScopeAR

Venture Round in 2021
Scope AR provides the advanced augmented reality training solutions. They are leading the way in this emerging market, using the latest in augmented glasses and software to provide an incredible real-time 3D overlay training solution.

Easol

Venture Round in 2021
Easol is an online platform that specializes in event and experience software, enabling experience creators to effectively market and sell bookings. The platform offers an all-in-one solution that includes e-commerce and marketing tools tailored for travel businesses. Easol's features allow users to create customized websites with various themes, integrate products from online catalogs, and utilize discount codes, all aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing revenue. Unlike some competitors, which have shifted their focus towards providing broader guidance for event management, Easol remains dedicated to empowering experience creators with specific tools designed to facilitate the growth of their businesses.

Pi Variables

Venture Round in 2021
Pi Variables, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tustin, California, specializes in developing, manufacturing, and supporting intelligent devices for the transportation sector. The company focuses on enhancing safety for various personnel working on roadways, including those in work zones, law enforcement, fire services, utility maintenance, and maritime navigation. Its advanced technology aims to protect individuals and ensure safer operational environments. The company has a strong commitment to customer service, influenced by its leadership's background in the medical field. Pi Variables distributes its products across the United States and internationally in regions such as Europe, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, and the Middle East.

Studio

Venture Round in 2021
Studio, founded in 2016 and based in New York City, develops a mobile application that provides audio-based group running classes. These classes, led by experienced instructors, are available both live and on-demand, allowing users with access to a treadmill to participate at their convenience. Studio's approach combines expert coaching with curated playlists, creating an engaging workout experience similar to a SoulCycle class, but tailored for running.

HAAS Alert

Seed Round in 2021
HAAS Alert is a prominent provider of mobility and smart city data services focused on enhancing safety for emergency crews, drivers, and the general public through Cellular Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication. The company's Safety Cloud delivers real-time data that connects first responders and various fleets with motorists and autonomous vehicles, helping to prevent collisions and minimize traffic delays. HAAS Alert's platform issues preemptive notifications to drivers, alerting them to the approach of emergency vehicles via their car dashboards or smartphones. Additionally, the service supports smart city initiatives by providing valuable traffic information to government officials, aiding in infrastructure planning and real-time traffic management. HAAS Alert collaborates with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on innovative safety solutions and has garnered support from notable safety organizations.

Mycroft

Venture Round in 2021
Mycroft AI, Inc. is a developer of an open-source voice assistant platform that enables users to interact with their electronic devices through voice commands. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas, Mycroft's software operates as an adaptable platform that can be customized and integrated into various devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. The company emphasizes a privacy-focused approach, utilizing artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance user experience while maintaining an open-source and open-hardware framework. This allows for extensive extension and personalization, catering to the diverse needs of users.

AmpUp

Venture Round in 2021
ampUp is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. It has developed a software platform that facilitates a reservable charging network, connecting drivers, hosts, and fleets to make EV charging more accessible and efficient. The platform allows businesses and property owners to manage multiple charging stations seamlessly, promoting a peer-to-peer network that enables users to monetize their chargers. By listing their charging stations on ampUp's network, customers can earn revenue while contributing to broader electrification efforts in their communities. Overall, ampUp aims to simplify the charging experience and support the growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure.

Miles

Series A in 2021
Miles is a universal rewards app empowering anyone to earn miles automatically for all forms of travel and commute. You can then redeem your miles from retailers such as HP, Garmin, Shipt, Pandora, Chewy, Home Chef, and many more. Similar to a frequent flyer program, but for all forms of transportation, Miles delivers value for every mile traveled, across every mode of travel, anywhere in the world. Whether by car (as a driver, passenger or rideshare), plane, train, subway, bus, boat, bicycle, or on foot, the Miles app effortlessly awards users’ travel - regardless of where their journey takes them. Miles can be saved or redeemed at any time - with the value increasing every month as more merchants accept them as a form of payment. Download Miles today to start getting rewarded!

Native Voice

Seed Round in 2021
Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

First Due

Venture Round in 2021
First Due is a technology company that provides a comprehensive platform designed for fire and emergency medical services (EMS) agencies. The platform integrates various critical functions such as incident reporting, personnel management, asset tracking, training, and community engagement into a single application that is accessible from any device. By programmatically gathering and translating data from multiple sources, First Due delivers essential information to first responders at the time of dispatch, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions on the scene. The suite of tools offered by First Due not only operates effectively as standalone applications but also serves as a complete solution for agencies, aiming to improve operational efficiency and safety for firefighters and EMS personnel.

Agora

Venture Round in 2021
Agora is a rapidly growing provider of Communications-Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) solutions, specializing in mobile-first, real-time communication technologies for developers and businesses worldwide. The company's widely adopted API enables real-time communication features such as voice calling, video calling, group conferencing, and interactive broadcasting, and is installed on over 500 million devices. Agora's services cater to diverse industries, including telemedicine, education, financial services, customer service, social media applications, and mobile gaming. With a focus on reliability, accessibility, and scalability, Agora operates primarily in China and the United States, generating the majority of its revenue from the Chinese market.

Mesh++

Seed Round in 2021
Mesh++ is a developer of solar-powered wireless communication technologies aimed at providing high-speed WiFi access in public spaces and remote areas. The company specializes in solar-powered routers that leverage mobile processing power to deliver reliable internet connectivity outdoors. By focusing on sustainable solutions, Mesh++ enables users to access high-speed internet at a low cost, enhancing connectivity in environments where traditional infrastructure may be lacking.

insoundz

Convertible Note in 2021
Insoundz Ltd. is a company that specializes in advanced audio solutions, focusing on real-time sound capture and mixing for live broadcasts and post-event experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, Insoundz offers a range of products including InSoundz Basics, which allows users to capture sound bites throughout stadiums during live events, and InSoundz XR, which provides volumetric audio capture for an immersive virtual experience. Additionally, Insoundz Pro Plus facilitates the capture of pre- and post-game highlights and delivers audio insights from training sessions. The company employs AI-driven technology to enhance audio quality through features like voice enhancement and noise removal, supporting various industries with scalable, cloud-based solutions. Insoundz aims to enrich audio production and improve engagement for audiences, professionals, and businesses alike.

Beam Health

Seed Round in 2021
Beam Health operates a pay-as-you-go digital care platform tailored for small health practices. The company provides an accessible and efficient solution for virtual care, facilitating the scaling of clinics while enhancing patient access and improving health outcomes. Beam Health’s telemedicine application enables patients to consult with their physicians conveniently, anytime and anywhere. This end-to-end experience not only benefits healthcare providers and their existing patients but also allows healthcare firms to implement advanced features at a lower cost, with customization options to meet specific needs. Overall, Beam Health aims to reshape healthcare for the advantage of providers, patients, employers, and enterprises alike.

Portside

Venture Round in 2021
Portside, Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform tailored for the aviation industry. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, Portside's cloud-based product suite delivers advanced data reporting and analytics solutions for various aviation stakeholders, including aircraft management companies, corporate flight departments, and charter operators. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, facilitating efficient scheduling, accounting, maintenance, and expense management. Portside's innovative tools empower users to streamline their operations and enhance fleet management, ultimately maximizing revenue and profitability across a diverse range of flight operations in over 30 countries.

Anglr

Venture Round in 2021
Anglr is a company dedicated to enhancing the sportfishing experience through a vertical social app and a connected suite of IoT devices. Targeting the $50 billion sportfishing industry, Anglr offers an advanced fishing application that serves as a digital logbook for anglers. This application allows users to track essential details of their fishing trips, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and catch counts. By recording and reviewing these statistics, users can not only relive their fishing adventures but also improve their skills and share experiences with friends. The Anglr ecosystem combines technology and social interaction to create a comprehensive platform for fishing enthusiasts.

Hefring Marine

Venture Round in 2021
Hefring Marine is an Icelandic startup based in Reykjavík that specializes in advanced marine technology. The company offers the Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS), an AI-driven software solution designed to enhance safety and efficiency for both manned and unmanned vessels. IMAS utilizes artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to provide real-time navigation guidance, helping operators minimize risks associated with inexperience and improving situational awareness. The system significantly reduces fuel consumption and carbon emissions, with potential savings of up to 25%, and mitigates wave slamming impacts by as much as 70%. This approach not only protects crew and passengers but also minimizes damage to vessels and equipment, ensuring a safer and more comfortable marine experience.

Mystery Tackle Box

Series B in 2021
Mystery Tackle Box, a subscription service offered by Catch Co., specializes in delivering fishing products directly to consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a unique tackle discovery platform that allows users to explore various fishing gear, including tackle, bait, rods, and reels. Each month, subscribers receive a curated selection of fishing supplies tailored to enhance their angling experience. By blending product discovery with educational content, Mystery Tackle Box aims to simplify the process of finding the right equipment for both novice and experienced anglers, thus promoting a more engaging and rewarding fishing experience.

H3X

Seed Round in 2021
H3X Technologies specializes in the manufacture of high-power density electric propulsion systems designed for sustainable aviation and urban air mobility. Founded in 2020 by Jason Sylvestre, Eric Maciolek, and Max Liben, the company has developed a unique product that integrates the electric motor and inverter into a single unit. This innovation aims to drive significant decarbonization across aviation, marine, and heavy industrial sectors, enhancing performance while also contributing to national security. H3X's systems allow aerospace companies to retrofit existing designs, thereby improving aircraft efficiency and promoting a more sustainable future in aviation.

3AM

Venture Round in 2021
3AM Innovations has developed a mobile command platform called FLORIAN, designed to enhance the operational efficiency of emergency responders. This software provides comprehensive oversight for incident pre-planning and real-time situational tracking, allowing personnel to maintain awareness of their location and tactics during emergencies. By consolidating critical information onto a single adaptive screen, FLORIAN supports first responders in improving their safety and effectiveness while also facilitating detailed records for after-action reviews and training. The platform aims to save lives by ensuring that firefighters have the vital information they need to navigate complex situations safely.

Pushkin Industries

Venture Round in 2021
Pushkin Industries is an audio production company developing audiobooks to create content in a collaborative environment. It makes a number of shows that enable customers to listen to different podcasts with curiosity. The company was co-founded by Jacob Weisberg and Malcolm Gladwell in 2018 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Tectonic

Venture Round in 2021
Tectonic Audio Labs Inc. designs and manufactures innovative loudspeakers tailored for various applications, including audiovisual rentals, touring, and religious settings. The company specializes in flat-panel loudspeakers, offering models such as the PL-11 for small to medium venues and the PL-12 for larger spaces. In addition to loudspeakers, Tectonic provides rigging systems, mounting solutions, and speaker cases, catering to markets like clubs, theaters, churches, auditoriums, corporate events, sports venues, and festivals. Utilizing patented technologies, such as distributed mode loudspeakers and balanced mode radiators, Tectonic's products deliver high-quality audio experiences. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, the company sells its products primarily through dealers in the United States.

Rollick

Venture Round in 2021
Rollick Outdoor, Inc. is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online marketing platform designed to connect manufacturers of recreational products with dealers. The platform enhances the customer experience by facilitating interactions throughout the purchasing journey, from initial interest to repeat purchases. It serves the powersports, RV, and marine industries by offering a suite of marketing and technology solutions that streamline the buying process for consumers and improve sales and marketing effectiveness for dealers. Rollick's ecosystem aims to simplify the acquisition of recreational and industrial equipment, ensuring that both manufacturers and dealers can provide personalized experiences to their customers.

AmpUp

Seed Round in 2021
ampUp is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. It has developed a software platform that facilitates a reservable charging network, connecting drivers, hosts, and fleets to make EV charging more accessible and efficient. The platform allows businesses and property owners to manage multiple charging stations seamlessly, promoting a peer-to-peer network that enables users to monetize their chargers. By listing their charging stations on ampUp's network, customers can earn revenue while contributing to broader electrification efforts in their communities. Overall, ampUp aims to simplify the charging experience and support the growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure.

Krisp

Series A in 2021
Krisp develops an AI-powered application that enhances audio quality for remote workers by eliminating background noise and improving voice clarity during calls. The app integrates seamlessly with various conferencing and recording platforms and is compatible with all types of headsets and microphones, including built-in, Bluetooth, and USB devices. Krisp's technology not only cancels unwanted noise but also recovers lost sound packets during network transfers, transforming low-bitrate audio into high-definition quality. This makes it particularly useful for contact centers, telecommunications, and critical communication scenarios, ensuring clear and professional audio in a variety of settings.

Artiphon

Venture Round in 2021
Artiphon, Inc. is a Nashville-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative musical instruments aimed at making musical expression accessible to everyone. The company’s flagship products, the INSTRUMENT 1 and Orba, have achieved significant success, raising over $1 million in pre-orders on Kickstarter and garnering accolades such as TIME Best Invention of the Year. These smart instruments allow users to create music through intuitive gestures like tapping, sliding, and waving, and can seamlessly switch between various instrument sounds, including guitar, violin, piano, and drums. The founder, Dr. Mike Butera, holds a Ph.D. in Sound Studies and has a background as a multi-instrumentalist and educator, which informs Artiphon's design philosophy. The team consists of professionals from notable companies such as SpaceX and Yamaha, and the company has garnered investment from industry leaders, including Warner Music Group and TechNexus. Artiphon aims to empower a new generation of musicians by fostering creativity and community through its products.

Molten Cloud

Venture Round in 2021
Molten Cloud is a developer of a cloud infrastructure platform aimed at streamlining operations for media and entertainment businesses. As digital media consumption increases, the complexities surrounding content production, distribution, and licensing have also escalated. Molten Cloud addresses these challenges by offering a platform that provides real-time insights and automation tools for rights management, content management, and licensing management. This enables digital media companies to effectively manage their intellectual property and navigate the intricacies of the digital landscape, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and positioning them as leaders in the evolving media environment.

Yac

Series A in 2021
Yac is an asynchronous messaging platform tailored for remote teams, allowing team members to communicate through short-form voice messages. This approach helps maintain alignment and collaboration without the need for traditional meetings, eliminating the challenges of scheduling, links, and timezone management. In addition to voice messaging, Yac's platform includes features such as screen sharing, enabling employees to share information and ideas efficiently. By facilitating seamless communication, Yac supports businesses in enhancing productivity while minimizing interruptions and time constraints associated with conventional meeting formats.

Ocient

Series B in 2021
Ocient Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in analytical software solutions for database management. Founded in 2018, Ocient has developed a data analytics platform capable of rapidly analyzing massive datasets, ranging from tens of terabytes to exabytes, which can contain trillions or quadrillions of rows. The platform is designed to efficiently ingest billions of rows per second while filtering and computing aggregate results at speeds of up to trillions of rows per second. This capability allows organizations to effectively leverage large datasets, enabling them to gain insights at scale and with high velocity.

ShotTracker

Venture Round in 2021
ShotTracker Inc. is a technology company based in Merriam, Kansas, specializing in wearable technology for basketball players. Founded in 2013, ShotTracker develops sensor-based systems that automatically track vital basketball statistics such as shot attempts, makes, and misses in real-time during practices and games. Their solution includes a wrist sensor, a net sensor, and a mobile application compatible with various Bluetooth-enabled iOS and select Android devices. The company's latest offering, ShotTracker TEAM, captures comprehensive statistics for entire basketball teams, allowing coaches to make informed decisions and adjustments based on data analytics. This innovation aims to enhance the performance of athletes at all levels of play by providing access to elite-level analytics in an affordable manner.

Let’s Do This

Venture Round in 2020
Let’s Do This is an online marketplace that connects athletes with a wide range of endurance events, including running, cycling, triathlons, and obstacle races. Founded in 2016 by Alex Rose and Sam Browne, the platform serves as a comprehensive resource for both race organizers and participants. It enables race organizers to effectively reach a dedicated community of endurance sports enthusiasts, while providing users with detailed event information, news, and special offers. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an office in London, United Kingdom, Let’s Do This aims to make it easy for individuals to find and book a variety of races, from local 5k fun runs to major international competitions.

BoxCast

Series A in 2020
BoxCast is a comprehensive video streaming solution that enables users to broadcast live events using a video camera. Its platform supports streaming through various channels, including websites, email, and social media, allowing viewers to access content on any internet-connected device, whether a computer, tablet, or smartphone. BoxCast offers features such as scalable video resolutions, easy-to-manage archives, privacy options, and data integration capabilities. Users can schedule broadcasts in advance, ensuring a seamless and jitter-free streaming experience for their audiences. This versatility makes BoxCast an effective tool for organizations looking to expand their reach through live video content.

Native Voice

Convertible Note in 2020
Native Voice is a software development kit (SDK) designed for audio device manufacturers, facilitating the integration of voice services into their products. The company aims to create a seamless voice-first ecosystem by providing a comprehensive library that connects multiple voice assistants and their functionalities. This approach enables brands to deploy their own voice-enabled solutions more efficiently. Additionally, Native Voice's application allows users to access various brands through voice commands, even while keeping their phones in their pockets, enhancing user convenience and interaction with audio hardware devices.

Mystery Tackle Box

Series A in 2020
Mystery Tackle Box, a subscription service offered by Catch Co., specializes in delivering fishing products directly to consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides a unique tackle discovery platform that allows users to explore various fishing gear, including tackle, bait, rods, and reels. Each month, subscribers receive a curated selection of fishing supplies tailored to enhance their angling experience. By blending product discovery with educational content, Mystery Tackle Box aims to simplify the process of finding the right equipment for both novice and experienced anglers, thus promoting a more engaging and rewarding fishing experience.

Giide

Seed Round in 2020
Giide is an interactive audio authoring and publishing platform designed for businesses to create engaging, hyperlinked audio content. The platform features a mobile application, an audio content authoring system, and an embeddable player for web publishing. It allows users to upload existing audio or record new material while enhancing this content with interactive links, social profiles, and images. By providing a synchronous content feed that accompanies the audio, Giide creates a more immersive listening experience. Additionally, the platform offers detailed metrics, allowing businesses to analyze audio interaction beyond traditional podcast and video consumption, thereby providing valuable insights into listener engagement.

Portside

Seed Round in 2020
Portside, Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform tailored for the aviation industry. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, Portside's cloud-based product suite delivers advanced data reporting and analytics solutions for various aviation stakeholders, including aircraft management companies, corporate flight departments, and charter operators. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems, facilitating efficient scheduling, accounting, maintenance, and expense management. Portside's innovative tools empower users to streamline their operations and enhance fleet management, ultimately maximizing revenue and profitability across a diverse range of flight operations in over 30 countries.

Meet Cute

Series A in 2020
Meet Cute, Inc. is an entertainment platform based in New York, founded in 2019, that specializes in creating and distributing short-form audio romantic comedies. The platform allows users to write, produce, and voice act their own stories, culminating in original podcasts that deliver engaging narratives typically lasting around 15 minutes. By focusing on the romantic comedy genre, Meet Cute aims to provide uplifting and hopeful content, appealing to listeners who enjoy audio fiction. The company's innovative approach to storytelling fosters creativity and community among its users while delivering entertaining audio experiences.

The Dyrt

Venture Round in 2020
The Dyrt, Inc. operates an online platform that specializes in providing information and ratings for campsites across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, The Dyrt features a website and a mobile application available on both the App Store and Google Play. Users can access a wealth of resources, including over a million photos, reviews, and tips for campgrounds. The platform includes a free service as well as a premium subscription, The Dyrt PRO, which offers enhanced features such as offline search capabilities, public land map layers, and discounts on campgrounds and camping gear for an annual fee. The Dyrt PRO has become a leading consumer subscription service for campers, facilitating trip planning and providing additional tools to enhance the camping experience.

AssemblyAI

Venture Round in 2020
AssemblyAI Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing advanced speech recognition technology. Founded in 2017, its primary focus is on creating application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow developers to build customized chat interfaces and voice-powered applications. The company's AI-driven system automates audio transcription, offering real-time processing that can accommodate industry-specific terminology. AssemblyAI's technology aims to enhance the accuracy and usability of speech recognition, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including businesses and developers worldwide. By advancing speech artificial intelligence, AssemblyAI seeks to unlock new possibilities for voice data applications across various sectors, ultimately striving to democratize and innovate the capabilities of speech technology.

Symbl.ai

Venture Round in 2020
Symbl.ai is an early-stage startup based in Seattle, Washington, focused on providing conversational intelligence solutions for developers. Founded in 2018, the company has created a platform that leverages machine learning to analyze voice and text conversations in real time. By simplifying the process of building and maintaining conversational understanding systems, Symbl.ai allows developers to concentrate on creating engaging and productive user experiences. The platform offers proprietary algorithms that extract actionable insights and outcomes from human-to-human discussions without requiring extensive training or custom classifiers, enabling clients to implement conversational intelligence at scale effectively.

Sea Machines Robotics

Series B in 2020
Sea Machines Robotics, Inc. is an autonomous technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and manufacturing of autonomous control and navigation systems for the commercial marine and boating industries. Founded in 2014, the company creates advanced control systems designed to improve operational safety and efficiency for various marine applications. Its product lineup includes the SM300, which allows for remote command of vessels; the SM200, facilitating integrated control for collaborative operations; and the SM400, an AI-powered situational awareness system tailored for container ships. Additionally, the company offers the RC NXT, a remote command system for existing and new marine vessels, and the DP-NXT, which enables traditional vessels to operate with minimal or no crew onboard. Sea Machines Robotics also provides solutions for unmanned applications, including bathymetric survey vessels and subsea asset inspections, focusing on sectors such as shipping, offshore energy, and maritime logistics.

Playbook

Series A in 2020
Playbook is a leading creator economy platform focused on the fitness and athletic industry. It provides mobile SaaS tools and services that empower health, wellness, and fitness creators to monetize their training content effectively. By enabling creators to share exercise routines, diet charts, and other related materials, Playbook facilitates the transformation of their iPhone content into substantial subscription income. This platform caters specifically to the needs of today's fitness professionals, helping them connect with fans and clients while building a sustainable business.
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