Trousdale Ventures, LLC, established in 2018 and previously known as PS Ventures, is a private equity and venture capital firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, with an additional office in Los Angeles, California. The firm specializes in seed and growth capital investments across various sectors, including technology, enterprise software, financial technology, renewable energy, and consumer products. Trousdale Ventures focuses on supporting visionary entrepreneurs who address significant societal challenges and aims to foster innovation that enhances quality of life. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $5 million in companies that demonstrate potential for positive change and transformative impact.
Coreshell Technologies, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced lithium-ion batteries, primarily targeting the electric vehicle and grid storage markets. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, Coreshell has pioneered a nanolayer thin-film coating technology that addresses the degradation issues commonly faced by rechargeable batteries. This innovative coating protects battery electrodes from chemical reactions that can diminish capacity and safety, thereby enhancing the overall performance and durability of the batteries. By seamlessly integrating into existing manufacturing processes, Coreshell's technology aims to significantly improve battery capacity, safety, and cost-effectiveness, facilitating a smoother transition to electric transportation and renewable energy solutions.
Our Next Energy
Venture Round in 2025
Our Next Energy is a Michigan-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in developing energy storage technology aimed at enhancing access to sustainable power. The company focuses on safer battery chemistries utilizing sustainable raw materials, while ensuring a reliable, low-cost, and conflict-free supply chain. It aims to improve energy density and safety in battery technology, catering to mobility and grid storage applications. By employing a dual-chemistry design, Our Next Energy provides innovative power solutions that enable original equipment manufacturers to meet market range expectations effectively.
Anello Photonics
Series B in 2024
Anello Photonics, based in Silicon Valley, specializes in developing advanced sensors that deliver optical gyroscope performance at an affordable price. Founded by experts in silicon photonics and inertial navigation, the company has created a patented technology known as the Anello SiPhOG gyroscope. This innovative sensor leverages an integrated photonic system-on-chip that utilizes a proprietary waveguide process, which simulates the characteristics of optical fiber within a compact chip. Anello's technology aims to redefine navigation systems with next-generation capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in the mass-market sensor industry. The company has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms to propel its growth and technological advancements.
Starfish Space
Series A in 2024
Starfish Space Inc. specializes in providing on-demand in-space transportation and maintenance services for satellites. The company develops small space tugs equipped with proprietary Proximity Operations Software, which integrates orbital mechanics, machine vision artificial intelligence, and a low-thrust electric propulsion system. This innovative technology allows the tugs to conduct various satellite servicing missions, including life extension, relocation, disposal, and inspection. Founded in 2019 and based in Kent, Washington, Starfish Space aims to support satellite companies by enhancing their operational capabilities in orbit.
Pacific Fusion
Series A in 2024
Pacific Fusion, a privately-held company with 11-50 employees, specializes in developing renewable energy power generation, focusing on affordable fusion power. It aims to create sustainable energy solutions for the clean energy sector by leveraging established scientific principles and prioritizing scalability. The company's innovative approach combines practical design with optimization for a wide range of target designs, enabling it to magnetically squeeze and heat small containers of deuterium-tritium fuel, suitable for low-cost power and heat at different scales.
Impulse Space
Series B in 2024
Impulse Space is an in-space transportation company founded by Tom Mueller, focused on expanding access beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) through its innovative fleet of transportation vehicles. The company operates the Mira vehicle, which utilizes a nontoxic, high-impulse chemical propulsion system to provide services such as orbital transport, constellation deployment, and precision reentry for clients across various orbits. Additionally, the Helios vehicle, equipped with the powerful Deneb engine, facilitates payload deliveries to orbits beyond LEO, including medium Earth orbit (MEO), geostationary orbit (GEO), and even lunar and other planetary orbits. With a team that has a proven track record in developing some of the most reliable rockets, Impulse Space aims to offer economical and efficient transportation solutions for space payloads, enabling clients to manage costs while achieving rapid operational improvements.
Notpla
Series A in 2024
Notpla Limited is a London-based company that specializes in sustainable packaging solutions aimed at reducing waste and environmental impact. Founded in 2014, the company manufactures a range of products made from materials derived from seaweed and plants, including biodegradable takeaway food containers, flexible films, and paper products. Notpla's offerings also feature coatings for cardboard takeaway boxes and edible films, all designed to be naturally biodegradable without the need for specialized facilities. The company, formerly known as Skipping Rocks Lab, rebranded in July 2019 to reflect its commitment to creating eco-friendly packaging alternatives that help combat plastic waste and promote a healthier planet.
HavocAI
Seed Round in 2024
HavocAI specializes in developing autonomous maritime solutions for both defense and commercial sectors. The company produces small, uncrewed surface vessels equipped with modular designs and AI-driven services. These services aim to enhance mission efficiency, mitigate communication and navigation challenges, and secure asset management, enabling a single operator to oversee multiple unmanned assets.
CesiumAstro
Series B in 2024
CesiumAstro, Inc. is a manufacturer of integrated communication systems designed for satellites, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), launch vehicles, and other airborne platforms. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, with an additional location in Broomfield, Colorado, the company specializes in a range of products that enhance connectivity across various platforms. Notable offerings include Vireo, a multi-beam active phased array system for high-throughput satellites; CommPack, which facilitates mobile ad-hoc networking in space; and a software-defined radio tailored for low Earth orbit environments. Additionally, the company provides a single-board computer with integrated communications and security features, as well as Nightingale I, a software-defined Ka-Band active phased array antenna equipped with channelizers and power electronics. CesiumAstro's systems are designed to support diverse commercial and defense applications, allowing for advanced functionalities like beam hopping and mission-specific payload configurations.
Aionics
Seed Round in 2024
Aionics is a company focused on developing a materials informatics platform that aims to support the transition to a decarbonized global economy. Utilizing artificial intelligence and advanced computing techniques, Aionics provides tools and consulting services that enhance the design and performance of materials, particularly in the battery sector. Their platform offers optimized processing solutions, forecasts for cycle life, and techno-economic analyses, helping clients to improve the performance, cost-effectiveness, and safety of their battery technologies. Through these innovations, Aionics contributes to the advancement of sustainable materials and energy solutions.
Cache
Seed Round in 2024
Biomolecules are the next bits of the 21st century. So we're developing the first wet operating system for storing, accessing, and computing biomolecules at scale to make them widely accessible and useful. We're enabling the storage and access to the whole data universe—digital and biological—forever so that we don't have to delete or dispose of anything ever again.
Teleo
Series A in 2024
Teleo specializes in transforming existing heavy machinery into remote-controlled robots, allowing operators to control equipment from a significant distance. By retrofitting current fleets with its advanced supervised autonomy technology, Teleo enables operators to seamlessly switch between machines and job sites, enhancing both productivity and safety. The company's approach allows machine operators to work from remote operation centers rather than being confined to the equipment's cabin, ultimately improving operational efficiency and providing valuable insights into job site conditions.
Range Energy
Venture Round in 2024
Range Energy is focused on the electrification of commercial transportation through the development of powered trailers designed for the heavy-duty truck market. These trailers can be attached to any tow vehicle, providing immediate reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and facilitating a transition towards an electric future. By enabling users to decrease diesel consumption and tailpipe emissions during both city and highway driving, Range Energy aims to support ambitious decarbonization timelines and promote sustainable practices in the transportation sector.
Omnipulse Biosciences
Venture Round in 2023
Omnipulse Biosciences, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a drug development company operating in stealth mode. It specializes in producing single injection quantities of pharmaceuticals, catering to the needs of clinical trials and facilitating access to low-income countries.
Divergent
Series D in 2023
Divergent Technologies, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of 3D printed vehicles. Incorporated in 2014, Divergent has pioneered the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™), an innovative software-hardware platform designed to revolutionize industrial digital manufacturing. This system enables customers to design, additively manufacture, and automatically assemble complex structures for a variety of applications, including automotive, aerospace, and defense. By optimizing designs and dematerializing structures, DAPS significantly enhances manufacturing efficiency while reducing waste and environmental impact. The company's approach eliminates the need for traditional tooling, facilitating radical innovation and capital reduction in vehicle manufacturing.
Cay Skin
Venture Round in 2023
Cay Skin is a manufacturer of skincare products designed for all skin types and tones. The company focuses on creating sustainable, skin-friendly products that are silicone-free, vegan, cruelty-free, and reef-friendly. Their offerings include a unique blend of gentle island-based ingredients combined with high-performance skincare actives. Cay Skin aims to empower consumers to feel confident in their skin every day. Customers can purchase products directly through the company's online platform.
Zerocircle
Venture Round in 2023
Zerocircle is focused on creating sustainable bio-alternatives using seaweed, aiming to revolutionize everyday products and packaging. By leveraging technology, the company develops eco-friendly materials designed to meet the custom packaging needs of various organizations. Zerocircle's solutions promote a circular economy, ensuring that waste is minimized and resources are utilized efficiently. The use of seaweed not only supports sustainability but also contributes to carbon-neutral practices, helping businesses transition towards environmentally responsible operations. Through its innovative approach, Zerocircle strives to make a zero-waste lifestyle accessible and practical.
Proprio
Series B in 2023
Proprio, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that develops advanced surgical technology aimed at enhancing surgical accuracy, simplifying workflows, and improving patient outcomes. Founded in 2016, Proprio utilizes machine learning, artificial intelligence, and mixed-reality user interfaces to create a next-generation surgical navigation and imaging platform. This innovative system replaces traditional surgical microscopes, loupes, and navigation systems by offering networked camera arrays and depth-sensing technology, allowing users to navigate live 3D environments with depth perception from any angle. Proprio's goal extends beyond merely replacing existing technologies; it seeks to advance medicine by integrating the latest digital innovations, moving away from outdated practices and focusing on software and data to improve surgical practices and outcomes.
Arteli
Seed Round in 2023
Arteli is a predictive analytics platform using artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve store optimization to drive higher revenue and margin. It effortlessly connects executives with actionable insights, propelling their businesses towards transformation. It's not merely data; it's comprehension, informed decision-making, and, ultimately, the catalyst for achieving revolutionary outcomes. With Arteli's AI Analytics Interface, you're not merely staying in sync with your business; you're forging ahead as its leader.
BLACKBIRD.AI
Series B in 2023
Blackbird.AI specializes in narrative and risk intelligence by offering advanced AI-driven solutions aimed at fostering trust and integrity in the information ecosystem. The company has developed the Blackbird Constellation Platform™, which is designed to detect and analyze information-driven attacks, narrative manipulation, and the evolution of threats within a rapidly changing digital landscape. This platform serves journalists, media organizations, governments, and concerned citizens by identifying misinformation, deception, and propaganda across online discourse. By providing insights into these dynamics, Blackbird.AI enables organizations to make informed decisions and implement automated countermeasures against misinformation.
Teclada
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Teclada is a technology company that specializes in a web-based terminal designed for teams and developers. Its platform eliminates the need for traditional SSH, dynamic IPs, and complex server configurations, allowing users to maintain uninterrupted terminal sessions across different devices. Teclada enhances remote access by enabling multiple users to view, edit, and execute commands simultaneously by sharing terminals. The platform features visual autocomplete and artificial intelligence integration, which transforms plain English into advanced command sequences efficiently. This capability ensures secure connections to remote computers, even when they are located behind firewalls or NAT, making it a versatile tool for developers working in various environments.
Sway
Grant in 2023
Sway is a company based in San Francisco that specializes in regenerative design solutions aimed at addressing plastic pollution. Co-founded by Julia Marsh, Matt Mayes, and Leland Maschmeyer, Sway focuses on developing bioplastics made from seaweed, which serve as compostable alternatives to single-use plastics, specifically starting with flexible packaging. The company's products are engineered to match the essential performance qualities of conventional plastics while being compatible with existing infrastructure, allowing clients to scale their operations effectively and achieve sustainability goals.
Zerocircle
Grant in 2023
Zerocircle is focused on creating sustainable bio-alternatives using seaweed, aiming to revolutionize everyday products and packaging. By leveraging technology, the company develops eco-friendly materials designed to meet the custom packaging needs of various organizations. Zerocircle's solutions promote a circular economy, ensuring that waste is minimized and resources are utilized efficiently. The use of seaweed not only supports sustainability but also contributes to carbon-neutral practices, helping businesses transition towards environmentally responsible operations. Through its innovative approach, Zerocircle strives to make a zero-waste lifestyle accessible and practical.
Glas
Series A in 2023
Glas is a vape brand that makes advanced e-cigarette devices and e-liquid pods. It is a closed cartridge nicotine delivery system, consisting of a battery-operated device, that helps adult smokers and vapers live a healthier life without combustible tobacco products. Their products are designed to deliver inhaled nicotine accompanied by a robust flavor of experience. Glas was founded in 2014.
Cars & Bids
Series A in 2023
Cars & Bids is an online auction marketplace dedicated to buying and selling modern enthusiast cars, specifically those manufactured from the 1980s to the 2020s. The platform facilitates daily auctions, allowing sellers to list their vehicles and buyers to place bids after registering. It provides detailed listings that include vehicle history reports and specifications, enabling prospective buyers to conduct due diligence. By streamlining the auction process, Cars & Bids aims to assist automotive enthusiasts in easily navigating the sale and purchase of special automobiles, thereby saving them time and reducing costs associated with traditional car sales.
Kitchen Data Systems
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Kitchen Data Systems operates a nationwide network aimed at helping restaurants reduce supply costs and manage delivery-first brand strategies. The company offers three complementary product verticals: KitchPartner Network, KitchSavers, and BrandBuilder. Through its proprietary software, Kitchen Data Systems enables the creation and scaling of new virtual food brands, utilizing a SaaS platform that provides established brands with a streamlined go-to-market strategy. This approach allows restaurants to efficiently expand their reach into new markets.
NotCo
Series D in 2022
NotCo is a food technology company based in Macul, Chile, founded in 2015. The company specializes in producing plant-based alternatives to traditional animal products, including mayonnaise, milk, yogurt, dressings, and desserts. By leveraging artificial intelligence, NotCo recreates the taste, texture, color, and aroma of animal-based products using ingredients such as pineapple, coconut, cabbage, peas, bamboo, beets, chickpeas, and seeds. This innovative approach not only provides consumers with plant-based options but also offers manufacturers a new source of fiber, calcium, and protein derived from vegetables. NotCo distributes its products through retailers in Chile, aiming to transform food systems and promote sustainable consumption.
Abyss
Venture Round in 2022
Abyss Solutions specializes in applying machine learning, computer vision, and robotics to the inspection and maintenance of critical infrastructure worldwide. The company focuses on enhancing the safety and functionality of underwater assets, offering services such as automated corrosion inspection and remediation for oil platforms, subsea inspections, and condition monitoring of inshore assets and underground pipelines. By leveraging proprietary data capture technology, Abyss Solutions provides essential information to asset owners in various sectors, including offshore oil and gas, water, transport, maritime, and defense. Their work spans notable landmarks and infrastructures, from the Hoover Dam to the Sydney Opera House, ensuring that these vital structures remain operational and safe.
Aligned Carbon
Venture Round in 2022
Aligned Carbon Inc. is a manufacturer of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) specifically designed for the integrated circuit industry. Founded in 2018 and based in Santa Clara, California, the company is the first to offer semiconductor-pure, aligned CNTs on industry-standard wafers at a manufacturing scale. These CNTs are aligned in arrays that cover full semiconductor substrates and can be purified to serve either semiconducting or metallic functions. Aligned Carbon's technology allows semiconductor foundries to move beyond traditional silicon, leading to significant enhancements in processing speed, energy efficiency, and capabilities in signal processing and sensing. The company's CNTs are also utilized as transistor materials in displays and thin film transistors, providing clients with innovative solutions for advanced computing applications.
Solugen
Series D in 2022
Solugen, Inc. is a specialty chemicals company based in Houston, Texas, that focuses on producing industrial chemicals through industrial biotechnology and green chemistry. Founded in 2016, Solugen develops a range of environmentally friendly products, including BioPeroxide, a carbon-negative hydrogen peroxide, and BioChelate, a biodegradable chelant. The company also offers ScavSol, a multivalent metal sequestrant for energy applications; ScaleSol, an alternative to phosphonates for scale control; and CorrSol, a corrosion and fouling control product. By utilizing fermentation and enzymatic technology to convert plant sugars into chemicals, Solugen aims to replace petroleum-based products with plant-derived alternatives. Its innovative solutions are designed to benefit various industries, including agriculture, cleaning, energy, and water, while also addressing critical issues such as clean water, sustainable materials, and healthier personal care products.
Alex
Venture Round in 2022
Alex is a developer of AI-powered data and marketing software designed to enhance customer acquisition and retention. The company's platform automates workflows, transforming data into actionable insights that facilitate effective customer interactions. By uncovering customer trends and providing essential business metrics through automated reporting, Alex enables businesses to improve operational efficiency and drive revenue growth. This innovative approach allows organizations to harness the power of data, fostering deeper customer connections and enhancing their competitive position in the market.
Jiko
Series B in 2022
Jiko is a technology-driven financial institution that offers a unique debit card service, Jiko Solid, which enables users to track and manage their expenses securely, both online and offline. The company provides cashback on every transaction, single-use virtual cards, and allows users to invest their money in safe assets like US Treasury bills, all with no minimum balance requirements. Jiko operates through a user-friendly mobile application and is headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York City and Reykjavik. As a vertically integrated financial institution, Jiko combines a nationally chartered bank and a registered broker-dealer to hold cash as T-bills, ensuring safety and yield for its users.
ellipse
Venture Round in 2022
Ellipse is a technology company specializing in EMV-integrated card security code solutions to reduce CNP fraud and false declines. It offers a battery-free display card technology that allows card manufacturers to incorporate display cards into their products with existing equipment.
Partake Foods
Series B in 2022
Partake Foods, Inc. is a food company that specializes in producing and selling allergy-friendly snacks, particularly cookies. The company offers a range of products that are nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, and made without genetically modified organisms. Its cookie varieties include sprouted grain chocolate chip, double chocolate chip, sweet potato millet, carrot oat, and birthday cake mini cookies, catering to health-conscious consumers and those with dietary restrictions. Partake Foods markets its products online, making them accessible to a broader audience. Founded in 2016 and originally known as Vivis Life, LLC, the company is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.
tbh
Venture Round in 2022
tbh is a food and beverage startup that specializes in producing and selling a unique hazelnut cocoa spread, along with branded apparel such as hoodies and sweatpants. The company offers free shipping on orders exceeding $40, enhancing the shopping experience for customers. Individuals interested in their products can reach out to tbh through email via their official website.
Apothékary
Venture Round in 2022
Apothékary is an herbal medicine company that offers a holistic approach to wellness, providing natural alternatives to over-the-counter drugs and supplements. Operating in over 23 countries, the company combines traditional Eastern medicine with contemporary needs, drawing from over 5,000 years of research and practice. Apothékary's product portfolio includes herbal plant-based remedies designed to address various health concerns such as sleep, stress, and skincare. Committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing, the company emphasizes the philosophy that food is medicine, ensuring that its offerings are both effective and affordable for consumers seeking clean, natural solutions.
Breeze
Venture Round in 2022
Breeze is a fully automated and digital insurance solution, specifically tailored for freight forwarders and logistics companies, backed by advanced technology, big data and an industry-first machine learning platform. Breeze’s digital insurance solution fully integrates with existing systems and workflows, allowing forwarders and logistics companies to seamlessly offer shippers better protection for their cargo (from issuing insurance policies to end-to-end claims processing), while also generating more revenue for their business. There are no implementation costs or any operational effort to setting up Breeze’s platform, and it can take minutes to be up and running. For more information visit breezeai.com
Vanderhall Motor Works
Series C in 2022
Vanderhall Motor Works, Inc. is a manufacturer of three-wheeled vehicles, specifically classic autocycles. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Provo, Utah, the company distributes its products through a network of dealers across the United States. In addition to vehicle sales, Vanderhall offers a range of accessories available for purchase online, catering to the needs of its customers and enhancing the ownership experience.
Teleo
Series A in 2022
Teleo specializes in transforming existing heavy machinery into remote-controlled robots, allowing operators to control equipment from a significant distance. By retrofitting current fleets with its advanced supervised autonomy technology, Teleo enables operators to seamlessly switch between machines and job sites, enhancing both productivity and safety. The company's approach allows machine operators to work from remote operation centers rather than being confined to the equipment's cabin, ultimately improving operational efficiency and providing valuable insights into job site conditions.
Lemon Perfect
Series A in 2022
Lemon Perfect is a beverage company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in flavored lemon water that is both refreshing and hydrating. The product is made from cold-pressed organic lemons and contains electrolytes sourced from potassium, making it a healthy alternative to sugary drinks. With zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners, Lemon Perfect aims to provide consumers with a convenient and enjoyable way to stay hydrated while also delivering essential vitamin C and antioxidants. The company's mission focuses on promoting healthy hydration and making flavorful drinks accessible to everyone, anytime and anywhere.
Venus Aerospace
Series A in 2022
Venus Aerospace is a startup aerospace company established in 2020 that specializes in hypersonic transportation. The company is dedicated to engineering solutions that enable one-hour global transport, aiming to connect the world more efficiently and safely. Venus Aerospace focuses on developing rotating detonation rocket engines and high-speed vehicles for various applications, including research, defense, and commercial missions. With a team of experts that includes PhDs, rocket scientists, and engineers, the company addresses significant challenges in aerospace by achieving speeds of up to Mach 9.
Brightside Health
Series B in 2022
Brightside Health, Inc. is a telemedicine platform that specializes in providing evidence-based treatments for anxiety and depression. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, the company has developed a mobile application that offers personalized mental health care through video visits, messaging, and medication delivery. Its platform enables users to evaluate their mental health, access treatment and support, and communicate with healthcare providers for consultations and ongoing care. Brightside Health utilizes a care model that combines precision psychiatry with continuous monitoring, ensuring members receive effective treatment tailored to their needs. The company’s mission is to help individuals manage their mental health, leading to healthier and more productive lives.
Coreshell
Series A in 2022
Coreshell Technologies, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced lithium-ion batteries, primarily targeting the electric vehicle and grid storage markets. Founded in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California, Coreshell has pioneered a nanolayer thin-film coating technology that addresses the degradation issues commonly faced by rechargeable batteries. This innovative coating protects battery electrodes from chemical reactions that can diminish capacity and safety, thereby enhancing the overall performance and durability of the batteries. By seamlessly integrating into existing manufacturing processes, Coreshell's technology aims to significantly improve battery capacity, safety, and cost-effectiveness, facilitating a smoother transition to electric transportation and renewable energy solutions.
Omada
Series E in 2022
Omada Health, Inc. is a digital healthcare company that specializes in developing online programs aimed at managing chronic conditions. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Atlanta, Georgia, Omada focuses on preventing conditions such as prediabetes, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. The company provides personalized digital health programs that cater to the unique needs of individuals, utilizing professional health coaching, connected health devices, and real-time data to facilitate meaningful health improvements. Omada is recognized as the largest provider of the National Diabetes Prevention Program, empowering individuals to engage actively in their health and achieve sustainable lifestyle changes. The platform also addresses behavioral health issues, including anxiety and depression, further supporting individuals in their overall wellness journey.
Minded
Seed Round in 2022
Minded is an online psychiatry practice focused on women, offering a telehealth platform designed to streamline the management of mental health prescriptions. The platform enables users to easily renew and refill prescriptions for anxiety and depression, delivering medications directly to their homes. This service aims to alleviate the challenges associated with traditional pharmacy visits, such as scheduling difficulties and the risk of running out of medication, ultimately providing a convenient solution for patients seeking mental health support.
ICON
Series B in 2022
ICON is a construction technologies company that focuses on revolutionizing homebuilding through the use of 3D printing, robotics, software, and advanced materials. The company specializes in constructing single-story, mid-size homes, particularly in developing countries, allowing for faster and more cost-effective building compared to traditional methods. By leveraging innovative technologies, ICON aims to address the housing needs of underserved communities, streamlining the construction process for engineers and builders alike.
Common Heir
Seed Round in 2022
Common Heir is a clean and sustainable beauty brand focused on delivering skincare products that have a low environmental impact. The company aims to address the environmental challenges posed by traditional cosmetics, particularly the use of plastic, by offering products that are free from plastic materials. By prioritizing sustainability, Common Heir enables customers to care for their skin while also contributing to environmental preservation.
Drink Barcode
Seed Round in 2022
Drink Barcode is a plant-based and adaptogen-powered beverage that works with the body to keep the entire self at full potential. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont.
PurePlus+
Pre Seed Round in 2022
PurePlus+ harnesses the power of upcycled produce to provide nutrient-dense products. PurePlus+ is a triple-bottom line company that is good for the health of people and the planet. It values transparency through our supply chain and by measuring ourselves in the reduction of fruits and vegetables wasted.
Emerge
Venture Round in 2022
Emerge, Inc. is a consumer technology company founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California. It focuses on developing a multi-sensory communication platform that enhances virtual interactions by incorporating touch, alongside sight, sound, and emotional input. The company's flagship product, the Emerge Wave-series, utilizes patented ultrasonic technology to create tactile sensations, allowing users to experience physical interactions, such as a virtual high five, without the need for gloves or controllers. This innovation aims to address the growing sense of disconnection experienced by over 2 billion people worldwide, emphasizing the importance of emotional connections in communication. Emerge's team is diverse, with a significant portion comprised of immigrants and first-generation Americans, and includes experienced professionals from various sectors such as consumer electronics, augmented reality, and gaming. The company has received backing from notable investors, including venture capital firms and prominent figures from the tech industry.
Wibond
Seed Round in 2022
Wibond is a digital payment platform that operates under a "buy now pay later" model, allowing users to make flexible payments in installments without the need for a card. Founded in Argentina in 2020 by Ezequiel Bucai and Alejandro Silvestre, the company aims to enhance financial accessibility for a diverse community by providing tailored payment options. Wibond enables businesses to reach new customer segments and boost sales by offering innovative payment solutions. The platform connects users to a wide array of stores and businesses, facilitating installment payments. With a vision to promote trade in the complex Latin American market, Wibond is planning to expand its operations to Chile and Mexico. Prior to Wibond, the founders developed a platform that connected users to over 2,500 gyms and sports centers across Argentina, Mexico, and Chile, which was later acquired by Classpass.
Career Karma
Series B in 2022
Career Karma, Inc. is a company that provides an application designed to help individuals discover coding courses and bootcamps. The platform enables users to browse a wide range of programs in areas such as web development, software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and more. By offering free coaching and peer mentorship, Career Karma supports over 150,000 members in navigating their career transitions. The application features a directory of approximately 9,000 bootcamps and trade schools, allowing users to compare courses and read student reviews to find the best fit for their needs. Additionally, the mobile app facilitates connections with current students and alumni, further assisting users in preparing for admission and achieving their career goals. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Career Karma aims to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to enhance their skills and advance their careers in technology.
Metaversal
Series A in 2022
Metaversal is an investment firm and venture studio established in 2021 and based in Miami Beach, Florida. The company specializes in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and has acquired over 750 NFTs while investing in technology startups. Metaversal operates an investment platform that focuses on funding NFT projects and utilizes a venture studio program to analyze the marketplace. This approach allows the company to transform data into actionable insights, helping guide projects through the complexities of the NFT landscape while providing necessary capital for growth.
M10
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Next-gen video game publisher and developer creating truly fresh multiplayer games with player driven economies.
NeuroX1
Pre Seed Round in 2021
NeuroX1 is a startup focused on computational drug design, specifically targeting neurodegenerative and neurological diseases. The company has developed a platform that identifies the underlying drivers of these disorders and utilizes its proprietary generative chemistry platform, Chiron, to design novel compounds aimed at treating them. By employing advanced data analytics and in silico screening methods, NeuroX1 aims to create small molecules that have a higher likelihood of clinical success, ultimately contributing to the development of innovative treatments for patients with degenerative brain conditions.
Epoch AI
Seed Round in 2021
Epoch AI is an integration platform for game development that helps game developers and studios build, deploy, and iterate on games. They provide tests for a build, share links with testers, screen record tests, organize tests, and flag and issue comments.
Yassir
Series A in 2021
Yassir is a leading super app based in Algiers, Algeria, that offers a range of on-demand services, including ride-hailing, food delivery, and financial services. Founded in 2016, Yassir has developed a mobile application that allows users to book drivers at any time and place, along with options for ordering food and groceries. The company operates in 45 cities across multiple countries and aims to enhance daily services through its technology-driven platform. Recently, Yassir has expanded its offerings to include digital payment solutions, enabling users to pay, save, and borrow online, thereby contributing to the digital economy in the region. With significant backing from notable investors, Yassir is focused on creating a marketplace that meets various consumer needs while embedding social values in its operations.
Hai
Seed Round in 2021
Hai is a manufacturer of innovative smart spa showers designed to enhance the home spa experience while promoting sustainability. The company's showers feature built-in Bluetooth technology and color-coded LEDs that track and display water usage, enabling users to monitor their consumption over time. Additionally, these devices provide a spa-like mist that can be easily controlled, offering a more luxurious experience compared to traditional showerheads. Hai is committed to environmental responsibility by offsetting its carbon footprint and providing tools for users to reduce water and energy waste. The company also emphasizes sustainable packaging by utilizing post-consumer materials that are reusable and recyclable, further supporting eco-friendly practices.
Space Forge
Venture Round in 2021
Space Forge Limited, founded in 2018 and based in Bristol, United Kingdom, focuses on developing reusable satellites for manufacturing unique materials in space. The company's innovative approach allows for the production of super materials that cannot be created on Earth, utilizing the advantages of the space environment. Space Forge manufactures alloys, metals, and crystals used across various industries, including computing, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals. By leveraging space-based manufacturing, the company aims to contribute to a cleaner industrial revolution, helping clients reduce energy loss and carbon emissions while producing lighter vehicles and improving material properties. The company operates laboratories in Bristol and Wales to support its research and development efforts.
Databento
Series A in 2021
Databento offers a streamlined platform for accessing financial market data, founded by professionals with backgrounds in trading and engineering from leading quantitative hedge funds. The company provides a self-service model that allows users to access live exchange feeds and vast amounts of historical data efficiently. Clients can choose between a pay-as-you-go system or flat-rate pricing, providing flexibility based on their needs. By hosting servers in colocation facilities at various trading venues, Databento ensures low-latency and high-fidelity data capture directly from the source. Its platform also automates data licensing and reduces onboarding time, making it easier for businesses and financial institutions to obtain reliable, institutional-grade data while minimizing storage costs.
Density
Series D in 2021
Density Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing advanced sensors and a Sensor-as-a-Service platform designed to measure and manage foot traffic through entrances and exits. Established in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York City and Syracuse, the company utilizes proprietary depth sensors and deep learning algorithms to anonymously count people in real time. Density’s products are applied in a variety of settings, including corporate offices, educational institutions, and public venues, enabling organizations to enhance efficiency and improve occupant experiences. The platform does not capture personally identifiable information, ensuring privacy while providing valuable insights into space utilization. With its innovative approach, Density supports organizations in making informed real estate decisions and optimizing physical spaces.
Yellowbird
Venture Round in 2021
Yellowbird specializes in producing all-natural hot sauces made from farm-fresh, certified organic ingredients. The company's offerings include a variety of spicy pepper condiments that feature unique flavors and varying heat levels. Committed to health-conscious options, Yellowbird's products are crafted without fillers or artificial preservatives, ensuring that customers can enjoy authentic, flavorful spices that prioritize real food ingredients.
Sofar Ocean
Series B in 2021
Sofar Ocean Technologies develops accessible ocean sensing and exploration tools aimed at a variety of users, including ocean enthusiasts, industry professionals, and conservationists. The company operates an open ocean sensor network that delivers critical real-time insights into ocean conditions. This sensor network provides valuable data to support applications across diverse sectors such as shipping, government, and environmental research. By offering data-driven insights, Sofar Ocean helps to enhance understanding of the world's oceans, facilitating informed decision-making for science and society.
SpaceX
Secondary Market in 2021
SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies, is a space transportation company founded in 2002 by Elon Musk and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and launch of advanced rockets and spacecraft, including notable vehicles such as Falcon Heavy, Dragon, and Starship. SpaceX develops a range of technologies including crew and cargo capsules, rocket engines, and avionics, alongside guidance and control software. A key focus of SpaceX is the creation of partially reusable launch vehicles, such as Falcon 1 and Falcon 9, which aim to reduce the costs associated with space travel. By enabling the transport of cargo, humans, and payloads into space, SpaceX seeks to advance the capabilities and affordability of space exploration and travel.
BLACKBIRD.AI
Series A in 2021
Blackbird.AI specializes in narrative and risk intelligence by offering advanced AI-driven solutions aimed at fostering trust and integrity in the information ecosystem. The company has developed the Blackbird Constellation Platform™, which is designed to detect and analyze information-driven attacks, narrative manipulation, and the evolution of threats within a rapidly changing digital landscape. This platform serves journalists, media organizations, governments, and concerned citizens by identifying misinformation, deception, and propaganda across online discourse. By providing insights into these dynamics, Blackbird.AI enables organizations to make informed decisions and implement automated countermeasures against misinformation.
Super Coffee
Venture Round in 2021
Super Coffee is a producer of health-focused coffee products, catering to consumers seeking alternatives to sugary beverages. The company specializes in offering a range of items, including coffee pods, grounds, creamers, and espresso, all made from organic Colombian coffee beans and natural ingredients like coconut oil and lactose-free milk protein. Their products are designed to provide a smooth and enjoyable coffee experience while eliminating harmful additives, allowing customers to indulge in delicious flavors without the negatives of traditional sugary drinks. Super Coffee also facilitates direct online sales and delivery services, making it convenient for health-conscious consumers to access their offerings.
NB44
Venture Round in 2021
Operator of a luxury fashion brand intended to serve especially men. The company's platform combines the craftsmanship of Italian-made menswear with the convenience and innovation of the digital age, enabling customers to get luxury clothing for their needs.
Notpla
Series A in 2021
Notpla Limited is a London-based company that specializes in sustainable packaging solutions aimed at reducing waste and environmental impact. Founded in 2014, the company manufactures a range of products made from materials derived from seaweed and plants, including biodegradable takeaway food containers, flexible films, and paper products. Notpla's offerings also feature coatings for cardboard takeaway boxes and edible films, all designed to be naturally biodegradable without the need for specialized facilities. The company, formerly known as Skipping Rocks Lab, rebranded in July 2019 to reflect its commitment to creating eco-friendly packaging alternatives that help combat plastic waste and promote a healthier planet.
Bellwether Coffee
Series A in 2021
Bellwether Coffee Co., founded in 2013 and based in Berkeley, California, specializes in the production of innovative ventless electric coffee roasters. These roasters utilize a catalytic process that eliminates harmful emissions and the need for traditional ventilation systems, making coffee roasting more accessible and environmentally friendly. The company offers an online marketplace for coffee beans, allowing customers from large brands to small cafes to select and customize their coffee offerings. Their award-winning roaster is equipped with intuitive software that empowers users to control the roasting process and achieve desired flavor profiles. Bellwether Coffee is recognized for its contributions to sustainability in the coffee industry, earning accolades such as the Best New Product award from the Specialty Coffee Association in 2019.
Flamingo Estate
Seed Round in 2021
Flamingo Estate offers a range of hand-crafted botanical products designed to connect customers with nature. The company specializes in organic and natural items sourced from its garden, including bathing products, candles, apothecary goods, pantry items, and seasonal flowers and plants. Customers can purchase these products both online and offline, supporting a diverse ecosystem of makers and growers. Through its offerings, Flamingo Estate aims to enrich the customer experience by providing high-quality, nature-inspired products.
Symmetry Systems
Series A in 2021
Symmetry Systems, Inc. is a security software company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2015. It offers a platform designed to address modern data security and privacy challenges, enabling organizations to manage data visibility, access, and usage effectively. The platform protects against misuse, insider threats, and cybercriminal activities while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Symmetry's solutions work with both structured and unstructured data across major cloud services and on-premise environments, providing organizations with a read-only service that adheres to existing security controls. Its advanced AI capabilities help minimize data risks, enforce access policies, and respond to threats in real time. Symmetry serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 50 companies in finance, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and federal agencies, and has been recognized for its innovative approach in the data security sector.
Preamble
Seed Round in 2021
Preamble is a leader in trustworthy artificial intelligence, focusing on securing enterprise AI systems. Following the discovery of a significant vulnerability in OpenAI's GPT-3, known as 'prompt injection,' the company identified an urgent need for protective measures to safeguard AI operations. In response, Preamble developed a no-code platform that enables organizations to effectively manage AI risks while ensuring compliance with privacy and security standards. The platform supports ethical and safe operation of various AI models, including recommender systems and classifiers, allowing businesses to create and share policies tailored to their needs. By building secure AI environments, Preamble empowers organizations to utilize the full potential of artificial intelligence with confidence. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, Preamble is a veteran-led company committed to advancing AI safety.
Reel
Seed Round in 2021
Reel is an online retail marketplace focused on providing eco-friendly toilet paper made from 100% sustainable bamboo. The company offers a product that is free from inks, dyes, and BPA while maintaining the softness and strength comparable to traditional toilet paper. Customers can conveniently subscribe to receive deliveries directly to their doors, ensuring they never run out. In addition to promoting sustainability, Reel has a social mission; for every box of toilet paper sold, the company donates a biodegradable toilet bag to individuals in need, addressing the lack of sanitation access for 2.4 billion people worldwide.
Placer.ai
Series B in 2021
Placer.ai is a location analytics company that provides a traffic analytics platform designed to deliver real-time insights into consumer behavior and foot traffic patterns. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, the platform utilizes anonymized location data from multiple sources, allowing businesses in retail, commercial real estate, hospitality, and economic development to generate insights about any property. By enabling users to analyze trends, perform competitor analysis, and build dashboards, Placer.ai assists organizations in making informed decisions regarding site selection, marketing strategies, and optimizing store performance.
Ecovative Design
Series D in 2021
Ecovative Design LLC, established in 2007, is a biomaterials company based in Green Island, New York, with manufacturing facilities in Troy and Paradise, California. The company specializes in developing and producing sustainable materials derived from mushroom roots, known as mycelium. Ecovative's product portfolio includes Myco board, used for furniture components and work surfaces; Myco foam, employed in packaging, insulation, and acoustics; and Myco make, used in toys and other consumer goods. The company's innovative process, inspired by the natural bonding of wood chips by mycelium, aims to replace conventional plastics and foams with eco-friendly alternatives. Ecovative's products perform comparably to existing synthetics while offering a lower environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards and grants, including support from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and the Environmental Protection Agency, enabling its growth and continued innovation in sustainable materials.
Lox Club
Venture Round in 2021
Lox Club is a dating company that operates a membership-based application tailored for the Jewish community. The platform is designed to facilitate connections among down-to-earth, ambitious individuals by streamlining the matchmaking process. Through its online services, Lox Club aims to help users find meaningful relationships by connecting like-minded people in a supportive environment.
Uprising
Series A in 2021
Uprising is a food company that specializes in producing healthy, low-carbohydrate bread products. Their offerings include superfood keto chips and keto bread, which contain only 2 net carbs. Uprising's products are designed to cater to health-conscious consumers, as they are gluten-free, sugarless, and dairy-free, while also providing a substantial amount of fiber. By offering nutritious alternatives to traditional bread, Uprising aims to support individuals seeking healthier dietary options without compromising on taste or texture.
LA Golf
Venture Round in 2020
LA Golf is a company focused on designing, developing, and manufacturing high-performance golf shafts. By utilizing proprietary anti-vibration materials, LA Golf produces a diverse range of shafts, including wood, putter, iron, and hybrid options. The company aims to enhance the golfing experience by partnering with top golfers and investing in innovative technology and products. This commitment to quality and performance-driven design positions LA Golf as a key player in the golf equipment industry, dedicated to advancing the game for players of all levels.
FlexTal
Pre Seed Round in 2020
FlexTal is a talent matching platform that connects companies with experts for various projects, utilizing artificial intelligence to streamline the sourcing, vetting, and engagement process. The platform offers access to a curated network of elite professionals across multiple fields, including business, sales, marketing, finance, design, and technology. By enabling companies to engage top-tier independent contractors on an hourly, part-time, full-time, or project basis, FlexTal enhances operational efficiency and agility in a rapidly changing workforce landscape. The company has experienced significant growth and aims to democratize access to specialized talent, facilitating improved productivity, efficiency, and overall quality of work life for both businesses and professionals. As the nature of work evolves alongside advancements in digital transformation and automation, FlexTal positions itself as a vital resource for organizations seeking to adapt to new workforce dynamics.
DEV
Series A in 2019
Dev Community Inc. is a platform designed for software developers to collaborate and engage in networked learning. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company provides an open-source application that allows users to examine and contribute to the code. The platform fosters a community where developers can support one another, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration within the software industry. Additionally, Dev is focused on enabling the creation of similar communities across various niches and interests, promoting a culture of collective learning and contribution.
DEV
Series A in 2019
Dev Community Inc. is a platform designed for software developers to collaborate and engage in networked learning. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company provides an open-source application that allows users to examine and contribute to the code. The platform fosters a community where developers can support one another, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration within the software industry. Additionally, Dev is focused on enabling the creation of similar communities across various niches and interests, promoting a culture of collective learning and contribution.
Pr3vent
Seed Round in 2018
Pr3vent, Inc. is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions for screening ophthalmic conditions in newborns. Founded in 2017, Pr3vent's innovative approach includes using a wide-angle fundus camera to capture images of the entire back of the eye, allowing for comprehensive newborn eye screenings. Their algorithms analyze these non-invasive images to detect abnormalities in the retina, providing instant recommendations for further examination and treatment when necessary. By offering affordable expert exams at birth, Pr3vent aims to facilitate early intervention and reduce the risk of preventable vision loss in infants, thereby improving overall pediatric eye care.
Ziften
Series C in 2017
Ziften Technologies, Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in cybersecurity solutions. It offers the Zenith cloud-delivered endpoint protection platform, safeguarding enterprise endpoints such as laptops, desktops, servers, and cloud environments. The platform provides advanced antivirus, endpoint detection and response, and security posture analysis capabilities. Ziften also offers cyber risk assessments, managed detection and response services, and proactive threat hunting. Its clients include financial institutions, healthcare providers, energy companies, public sector institutions, and managed service providers, with operations in North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East.
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