TechNexus Venture Collaborative

Founded in 2012, Mojio is a technology company specializing in connected car services. It provides a cloud-connected device that plugs into vehicles to offer insights into driving behavior and vehicle health. Mojio's platform also includes safety features like personalized prompts and geo-location tracking for family and friends. The company serves both individual consumers and businesses, with strategic partnerships with major brands such as Amazon, Bosch, and T-Mobile.

Aspinity, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development of reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips for ultra-low-power electronics. These compact, analog machine learning chips analyze raw, unstructured sensor data to identify significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By directly processing analog signals, Aspinity's technology reduces the need for higher-power processing and optimizes power consumption in always-on, battery-powered devices. Their products are suited for various applications, including voice recognition, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health devices in consumer, industrial, and biomedical markets. Since its incorporation in 2012, Aspinity has aimed to transform the architecture of sensing devices through neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology, significantly lowering power requirements and enhancing efficiency in continuous sensing applications.

Hologram, Inc. is a Chicago-based company specializing in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) device management and network connectivity. Founded in 2014 by Benjamin Forgan and Patrick Wilbur, Hologram offers a cellular platform that enables manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and systems integrators to develop devices with cellular connectivity. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including Konekt cloud, which serves as a data broker and database solution for both cellular and non-cellular devices, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by these devices. Additionally, Hologram offers M2M Short Messaging Service (SMS) for notifications and system integrations, enhancing the functionality of Internet-connected devices. With a focus on overcoming connectivity challenges, Hologram has supported the growth of various applications, including micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and remote medical deliveries, positioning itself as a key player in the expanding landscape of global device connectivity.

Anglr is a company that operates within the sportfishing industry, leveraging technology to enhance the fishing experience. It offers a comprehensive fishing application that serves as a digital logbook, allowing anglers to track and record vital details of their fishing adventures, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and the number of catches. Alongside this application, Anglr provides a suite of connected Internet of Things devices that complement the app, creating a seamless ecosystem for users. This platform not only enables anglers to document their fishing stats and memories but also fosters a social network where they can share experiences, compare results, and prepare for future outings. Overall, Anglr aims to enrich the enjoyment of fishing by combining technology with the tradition of the sport.

Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Pi Variables, Inc. is a family-owned technology company based in Tustin, California, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and support of intelligent devices for the transportation industry. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing safety for various individuals working on roadways, including work zone personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders. Pi Variables' innovative products are designed to improve safety and efficiency in transportation environments and are distributed across multiple regions, including the United States, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. The team, which includes professionals with backgrounds in the medical field, prioritizes customer service and commitment to quality in its operations.

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.

Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Anglr is a company that operates within the sportfishing industry, leveraging technology to enhance the fishing experience. It offers a comprehensive fishing application that serves as a digital logbook, allowing anglers to track and record vital details of their fishing adventures, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and the number of catches. Alongside this application, Anglr provides a suite of connected Internet of Things devices that complement the app, creating a seamless ecosystem for users. This platform not only enables anglers to document their fishing stats and memories but also fosters a social network where they can share experiences, compare results, and prepare for future outings. Overall, Anglr aims to enrich the enjoyment of fishing by combining technology with the tradition of the sport.

Hefring Marine is an Icelandic deep-tech startup based in Reykjavík that specializes in providing advanced marine solutions through its Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS). This innovative hardware-enabled software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform utilizes artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things to deliver real-time navigation guidance for both manned and unmanned vessels. By leveraging data-driven insights, Hefring Marine's system helps operators enhance safety, reduce fuel consumption by up to 25%, and significantly lower carbon emissions. Additionally, it mitigates the risks associated with wave slamming, potentially reducing impacts by up to 70%, thereby ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience for crew and passengers. The continuous learning capability of the AI improves operational guidance over time, addressing issues of inexperience and enhancing situational awareness among operators.

Tonal is a smart home gym company that specializes in strength training through a digital fitness platform. Founded in 2015 by Aly Orady and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures innovative fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver personalized workouts. The system generates variable resistance using magnets and electricity, allowing users to perform a wide range of exercises without traditional weights. Tonal's platform tracks workouts in real-time and offers tailored workout plans aimed at muscle building, strength balancing, and athletic performance. Additionally, the company provides live and recorded classes led by expert coaches, enhancing the user experience and accessibility of full-body fitness training from home.

Aspinity, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development of reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips for ultra-low-power electronics. These compact, analog machine learning chips analyze raw, unstructured sensor data to identify significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By directly processing analog signals, Aspinity's technology reduces the need for higher-power processing and optimizes power consumption in always-on, battery-powered devices. Their products are suited for various applications, including voice recognition, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health devices in consumer, industrial, and biomedical markets. Since its incorporation in 2012, Aspinity has aimed to transform the architecture of sensing devices through neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology, significantly lowering power requirements and enhancing efficiency in continuous sensing applications.

Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Reality AI, founded in 2015 by Jeff Sieracki and Stuart Feffer, develops software that assists research and development engineers in creating sensor‑based products. Its proprietary algorithms support feature discovery, model generation, component selection, specification setting, bill‑of‑materials optimization, and data collection, including synthetic augmentation and curation. The platform is applied to sound and gesture recognition, predictive maintenance, and other sensor modalities such as vibration, accelerometers, radar, and electrical measurements. Clients span automotive, industrial, and consumer/commercial sectors. The company holds 14 U.S. patents and has six pending, all related to feature discovery and machine learning for sensor and signal challenges. Reality AI operates offices in Columbia, Maryland; Sunnyvale, California; and Tokyo, Japan.

Pi Variables, Inc. is a family-owned technology company based in Tustin, California, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and support of intelligent devices for the transportation industry. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing safety for various individuals working on roadways, including work zone personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders. Pi Variables' innovative products are designed to improve safety and efficiency in transportation environments and are distributed across multiple regions, including the United States, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. The team, which includes professionals with backgrounds in the medical field, prioritizes customer service and commitment to quality in its operations.

Impossible Aerospace Corp is a manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in long-range electric aircraft designed for first responders, including law enforcement and firefighters. Founded in 2016, the company produces the US-1, a long-duration performance aircraft, and the Air Support system, an unmanned airborne policing and first response solution. Impossible Aerospace focuses on delivering high-performance battery-electric aircraft that can withstand the demanding conditions of first responder missions. Its offerings also include training, IT connectivity support, camera systems, routine maintenance, FAA certifications, and program support, making it well-suited for both industrial and commercial applications that require reliable, long-duration flight capabilities.

Reality AI, founded in 2015 by Jeff Sieracki and Stuart Feffer, develops software that assists research and development engineers in creating sensor‑based products. Its proprietary algorithms support feature discovery, model generation, component selection, specification setting, bill‑of‑materials optimization, and data collection, including synthetic augmentation and curation. The platform is applied to sound and gesture recognition, predictive maintenance, and other sensor modalities such as vibration, accelerometers, radar, and electrical measurements. Clients span automotive, industrial, and consumer/commercial sectors. The company holds 14 U.S. patents and has six pending, all related to feature discovery and machine learning for sensor and signal challenges. Reality AI operates offices in Columbia, Maryland; Sunnyvale, California; and Tokyo, Japan.

Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Anglr is a company that operates within the sportfishing industry, leveraging technology to enhance the fishing experience. It offers a comprehensive fishing application that serves as a digital logbook, allowing anglers to track and record vital details of their fishing adventures, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and the number of catches. Alongside this application, Anglr provides a suite of connected Internet of Things devices that complement the app, creating a seamless ecosystem for users. This platform not only enables anglers to document their fishing stats and memories but also fosters a social network where they can share experiences, compare results, and prepare for future outings. Overall, Anglr aims to enrich the enjoyment of fishing by combining technology with the tradition of the sport.

Pi Variables, Inc. is a family-owned technology company based in Tustin, California, specializing in the development, manufacturing, and support of intelligent devices for the transportation industry. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on enhancing safety for various individuals working on roadways, including work zone personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders. Pi Variables' innovative products are designed to improve safety and efficiency in transportation environments and are distributed across multiple regions, including the United States, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East. The team, which includes professionals with backgrounds in the medical field, prioritizes customer service and commitment to quality in its operations.

Assembly provides a digital factory infrastructure for manufacturing by installing cameras, consoles, and sensors on production lines and offering a web and mobile platform to manage operations. Its Assembly CORE system combines hardware and software to monitor assembly lines, fulfillments, scheduling, maintenance, and testing procedures, with components such as cameras for recording, consoles for up-to-date worker instructions, and interfaces to external sensors and equipment. The company delivers automated recording and monitoring to document production, support quality improvement, and fraud prevention, while offering services for sourcing, sampling, logistics, translation, inspection, and assembly operations. The platform integrates with existing workflows to help manufacturers maintain product quality, traceability, and efficiency. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Assembly focuses on enabling scalable, transparent factory operations for industrial customers.

Reelables, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the manufacture of ultra-thin wireless Bluetooth labels designed for tracking and monitoring shipments and inventory. The company's innovative products automate supply chain and inventory management processes, leveraging Bluetooth low-energy communication, temperature sensors, and cellular connectivity. These features provide logistics companies and warehouses with real-time location data, temperature readings, and automated inventory audits. By enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing human error, Reelables aims to streamline the logistics and inventory management sectors.

Tonal is a smart home gym company that specializes in strength training through a digital fitness platform. Founded in 2015 by Aly Orady and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures innovative fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver personalized workouts. The system generates variable resistance using magnets and electricity, allowing users to perform a wide range of exercises without traditional weights. Tonal's platform tracks workouts in real-time and offers tailored workout plans aimed at muscle building, strength balancing, and athletic performance. Additionally, the company provides live and recorded classes led by expert coaches, enhancing the user experience and accessibility of full-body fitness training from home.

Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Mesh++ develops solar-powered routers designed for wireless communication networks. Their routers utilize mobile processing power to deliver high-speed WiFi connections across vast areas outdoors and in public places, eliminating the need for cable laying and providing affordable internet access.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Losant is a developer platform designed to facilitate the creation of complex connected solutions. It offers robust data collection, aggregation, and visualization features to help understand and analyze vast amounts of sensor data securely.

Aspinity, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development of reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips for ultra-low-power electronics. These compact, analog machine learning chips analyze raw, unstructured sensor data to identify significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By directly processing analog signals, Aspinity's technology reduces the need for higher-power processing and optimizes power consumption in always-on, battery-powered devices. Their products are suited for various applications, including voice recognition, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health devices in consumer, industrial, and biomedical markets. Since its incorporation in 2012, Aspinity has aimed to transform the architecture of sensing devices through neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology, significantly lowering power requirements and enhancing efficiency in continuous sensing applications.

Founded in 2018, Zensors develops AI-powered visual sensors for real-time analytics. It offers custom dashboards and smart tracking solutions to various sectors such as cafés, cities, factories, offices, and retailers.

Tonal is a smart home gym company that specializes in strength training through a digital fitness platform. Founded in 2015 by Aly Orady and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures innovative fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver personalized workouts. The system generates variable resistance using magnets and electricity, allowing users to perform a wide range of exercises without traditional weights. Tonal's platform tracks workouts in real-time and offers tailored workout plans aimed at muscle building, strength balancing, and athletic performance. Additionally, the company provides live and recorded classes led by expert coaches, enhancing the user experience and accessibility of full-body fitness training from home.

Founded in 2018, Zensors develops AI-powered visual sensors for real-time analytics. It offers custom dashboards and smart tracking solutions to various sectors such as cafés, cities, factories, offices, and retailers.

Assembly provides a digital factory infrastructure for manufacturing by installing cameras, consoles, and sensors on production lines and offering a web and mobile platform to manage operations. Its Assembly CORE system combines hardware and software to monitor assembly lines, fulfillments, scheduling, maintenance, and testing procedures, with components such as cameras for recording, consoles for up-to-date worker instructions, and interfaces to external sensors and equipment. The company delivers automated recording and monitoring to document production, support quality improvement, and fraud prevention, while offering services for sourcing, sampling, logistics, translation, inspection, and assembly operations. The platform integrates with existing workflows to help manufacturers maintain product quality, traceability, and efficiency. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Assembly focuses on enabling scalable, transparent factory operations for industrial customers.

Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Losant is a developer platform designed to facilitate the creation of complex connected solutions. It offers robust data collection, aggregation, and visualization features to help understand and analyze vast amounts of sensor data securely.

Anglr is a company that operates within the sportfishing industry, leveraging technology to enhance the fishing experience. It offers a comprehensive fishing application that serves as a digital logbook, allowing anglers to track and record vital details of their fishing adventures, such as cast locations, bait used, weather conditions, and the number of catches. Alongside this application, Anglr provides a suite of connected Internet of Things devices that complement the app, creating a seamless ecosystem for users. This platform not only enables anglers to document their fishing stats and memories but also fosters a social network where they can share experiences, compare results, and prepare for future outings. Overall, Anglr aims to enrich the enjoyment of fishing by combining technology with the tradition of the sport.

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.

Aspinity, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development of reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips for ultra-low-power electronics. These compact, analog machine learning chips analyze raw, unstructured sensor data to identify significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By directly processing analog signals, Aspinity's technology reduces the need for higher-power processing and optimizes power consumption in always-on, battery-powered devices. Their products are suited for various applications, including voice recognition, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health devices in consumer, industrial, and biomedical markets. Since its incorporation in 2012, Aspinity has aimed to transform the architecture of sensing devices through neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology, significantly lowering power requirements and enhancing efficiency in continuous sensing applications.

Aspinity, Inc. is a technology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in the development of reconfigurable analog modular processor (RAMP) chips for ultra-low-power electronics. These compact, analog machine learning chips analyze raw, unstructured sensor data to identify significant events while filtering out background noise before the data is digitized. By directly processing analog signals, Aspinity's technology reduces the need for higher-power processing and optimizes power consumption in always-on, battery-powered devices. Their products are suited for various applications, including voice recognition, industrial machine health monitoring, and wearable health devices in consumer, industrial, and biomedical markets. Since its incorporation in 2012, Aspinity has aimed to transform the architecture of sensing devices through neuromorphic all-analog integrated circuit technology, significantly lowering power requirements and enhancing efficiency in continuous sensing applications.

Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Hologram, Inc. is a Chicago-based company specializing in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) device management and network connectivity. Founded in 2014 by Benjamin Forgan and Patrick Wilbur, Hologram offers a cellular platform that enables manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and systems integrators to develop devices with cellular connectivity. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including Konekt cloud, which serves as a data broker and database solution for both cellular and non-cellular devices, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by these devices. Additionally, Hologram offers M2M Short Messaging Service (SMS) for notifications and system integrations, enhancing the functionality of Internet-connected devices. With a focus on overcoming connectivity challenges, Hologram has supported the growth of various applications, including micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and remote medical deliveries, positioning itself as a key player in the expanding landscape of global device connectivity.

Sentenai Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at automating data engineering for machine learning and predictive applications, particularly in the fields of Internet of Things (IoT) and logistics. The company's flagship product enables intelligent systems to access the necessary data for real-time decision-making by combining distributed systems with applied machine learning. Sentenai's platform efficiently organizes sensor data streams, making them searchable and actionable, while automating data integration for continuous analysis. This approach allows organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their operations, facilitating agile decision-making by uncovering risks, anomalies, and potential threats within their data.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Losant is a developer platform designed to facilitate the creation of complex connected solutions. It offers robust data collection, aggregation, and visualization features to help understand and analyze vast amounts of sensor data securely.

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.

Assembly provides a digital factory infrastructure for manufacturing by installing cameras, consoles, and sensors on production lines and offering a web and mobile platform to manage operations. Its Assembly CORE system combines hardware and software to monitor assembly lines, fulfillments, scheduling, maintenance, and testing procedures, with components such as cameras for recording, consoles for up-to-date worker instructions, and interfaces to external sensors and equipment. The company delivers automated recording and monitoring to document production, support quality improvement, and fraud prevention, while offering services for sourcing, sampling, logistics, translation, inspection, and assembly operations. The platform integrates with existing workflows to help manufacturers maintain product quality, traceability, and efficiency. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Assembly focuses on enabling scalable, transparent factory operations for industrial customers.

Hologram, Inc. is a Chicago-based company specializing in cloud-based Internet connectivity solutions tailored for Internet of Things (IoT) device management and network connectivity. Founded in 2014 by Benjamin Forgan and Patrick Wilbur, Hologram offers a cellular platform that enables manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and systems integrators to develop devices with cellular connectivity. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including Konekt cloud, which serves as a data broker and database solution for both cellular and non-cellular devices, facilitating the routing and storage of data generated by these devices. Additionally, Hologram offers M2M Short Messaging Service (SMS) for notifications and system integrations, enhancing the functionality of Internet-connected devices. With a focus on overcoming connectivity challenges, Hologram has supported the growth of various applications, including micromobility vehicles, self-driving cars, and remote medical deliveries, positioning itself as a key player in the expanding landscape of global device connectivity.

Reality AI, founded in 2015 by Jeff Sieracki and Stuart Feffer, develops software that assists research and development engineers in creating sensor‑based products. Its proprietary algorithms support feature discovery, model generation, component selection, specification setting, bill‑of‑materials optimization, and data collection, including synthetic augmentation and curation. The platform is applied to sound and gesture recognition, predictive maintenance, and other sensor modalities such as vibration, accelerometers, radar, and electrical measurements. Clients span automotive, industrial, and consumer/commercial sectors. The company holds 14 U.S. patents and has six pending, all related to feature discovery and machine learning for sensor and signal challenges. Reality AI operates offices in Columbia, Maryland; Sunnyvale, California; and Tokyo, Japan.