Trolley Ventures

Founded in 2018, Linebird is a Richmond, VA-based technology company specializing in automation solutions for utilities. It develops unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to safely perform direct-contact maintenance on live power lines, reducing hazardous man-hours and enhancing efficiency.

Outdoor Access operates an online platform connecting hunters, anglers, and other outdoor enthusiasts with private landowners for recreational activities. Incorporated in 2016, the company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

AnswersNow develops a mobile platform for parents and caregivers of autistic children. Its platform provides educational resources, behavioral learning tools, and on-call expert support, enabling step-by-step learning processes and progress monitoring.

Wine and Beer Supply, LLC is a distributor based in Ashland, Virginia, specializing in products for the winery, brewery, and cidery industries. Founded in 2015, the company offers a wide range of supplies, including glassware, bottles, corks, kegs, winemaking additives, and various accessories. In addition to its extensive product offerings, Wine and Beer Supply provides warehousing and fulfillment services tailored to the needs of breweries and wineries. The company aims to address the challenges faced by beverage producers, enhancing production efficiency and supporting their operations across Virginia and the eastern United States.

ARTGlass-US is an information technology company that specializes in the fields of cultural heritage informatics, augmented reality, technology, and smartglasses. The company aims to develop wearable AR that is geared to its particular needs. ARTGlass-US was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Virginia, United States.

Grenova, Inc. is a manufacturer of laboratory equipment based in Chesterfield, Virginia, established in 2014. The company specializes in solutions that enable laboratories to wash and recycle pipette tips, thereby promoting sustainability and reducing biohazard waste. Its flagship products, TipNovus and TipLumis, include high throughput and integratable tip washers, along with sterile tip storage and other enhancements. Grenova also offers GrenoClean, a cleaning solution designed to eliminate contaminants from pipette tips. By providing innovative products that facilitate the reuse of laboratory consumables, Grenova aims to lower costs for clinical labs, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, research institutions, and agricultural entities, contributing to more sustainable and efficient laboratory practices.

EdConnective is an education technology company offering an online video coaching platform for teacher development. Its seven-week program connects teachers with instructional coaches who review recorded lessons, share game tapes, and provide personalized feedback to improve classroom practice and student outcomes. The platform features structured coaching sessions, individualized feedback for participating teachers, and observations over seven weeks to track growth in teaching practice and student results. Founded in 2013 and based in Glen Allen, Virginia, EdConnective aims to expand access to effective coaching and raise teaching quality to support student achievement.