WISE Ventures

WISE Ventures is an investment fund based in Manhattan specializing in early and growth stage investments in the sports, entertainment, and real estate industries. With a focus on leveraging strategic value, the ownership group, with extensive experience in these sectors, assesses, champions, and adds value to next-gen companies in these fields.

Brian Cargo

Principal and Founder

Jonathan Wilf

Co-Founder and President

34 past transactions

Ozlo Sleep

Venture Round in 2024
Ozlo Sleep is a science-driven sleep and audio technology company that supports and simplifies sleep rituals for clinical benefits, without the use of medication.

Aerflo

Venture Round in 2024
Aerflo is a company engaged in the development of a transportable method for carbonating sparkling water. Currently operating in stealth mode, Aerflo is focused on creating innovative solutions that enhance the consumer experience in sparkling water consumption. By utilizing its unique carbonation technology, the company aims to offer a convenient and efficient way for individuals to enjoy freshly carbonated beverages.

StatusPro

Series A in 2024
StatusPro is a sports technology company that integrates data with augmented and virtual reality to offer innovative training and gaming solutions. The company specializes in creating three-dimensional simulations that detail player performance during NFL games. These simulations are transformed into virtual reality experiences, allowing coaches, players, and fans to engage more deeply with the sport. By leveraging advanced technology, StatusPro enhances the training process and overall enjoyment of football, providing users with immersive tools for skill development and analysis.

PredictAP

Series A in 2024
PredictAP, Inc. specializes in automating accounts payable and payment processing for real estate investment funds and property managers using machine learning technology. Founded in June 2020 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company aims to provide a cost-effective solution compared to traditional systems. Its software leverages advanced machine learning tools to streamline the accounting and payment processes involved in real estate transactions, thereby improving efficiency for its clients. By offering AI-driven back-office services, PredictAP enables property managers to optimize their financial operations, making it easier to manage their accounting needs.

ARENA

Seed Round in 2023
ARENA is a venture-backed startup focused on creating innovative solutions for at-home fitness. The company comprises a team of engineers and athletes committed to enhancing strength and health through its unique training platforms. ARENA designs and manufactures specialized equipment aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of personal training at home, leveraging advanced engineering principles to deliver high-quality fitness solutions.

Firefly Neuroscience

Seed Round in 2023
Firefly Neuroscience is an innovative company that leverages big data, signal processing, and artificial intelligence to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses and cognitive disorders. The company has developed FDA-cleared brain mapping technology aimed at providing clinicians with quantitative and objective measurements of brain activity. Central to its offerings is the Brain Network Analytics (BNA) software platform, which facilitates the analysis and interpretation of neurological data. Firefly Neuroscience is also engaged in the discovery and clinical development of biomarkers to support improved patient outcomes. By integrating advanced technology with neuroscientific research, the company aims to transform the care and management of individuals affected by mental health issues.

Slate

Seed Round in 2023
Slate, Ltd. is a content creation platform designed for social media, offering a range of tools such as custom fonts, colors, filters, graphics, and animations through a mobile application. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the platform facilitates brand management and content creation specifically for teams, enabling them to maintain brand consistency across their social media posts. Slate's user-friendly interface allows organizations to produce and share on-brand content efficiently on various platforms, including Instagram stories. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach, having been listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2022, and is utilized by prominent brands like the NFL, VISA, and Budweiser.

Get Covered

Venture Round in 2022
Get Covered specializes in creating tailored digital solutions for the insurance sector, focusing on streamlining the processes of buying, selling, and managing insurance products. Its platform is designed to simplify interactions for both commercial and residential clients, utilizing automation to enhance efficiency. Features include policy administration, tracking certificates of insurance, and customizable customer-facing websites. The company provides a range of adaptable insurance products specifically for the real estate industry, catering to the needs of insurance carriers, agencies, property managers, landlords, and membership associations. By offering these tools, Get Covered enables its clients to effectively serve their customers and improve the delivery of insurance solutions.

Amenify

Venture Round in 2022
Amenify is a company that operates a three-sided marketplace designed to enhance the multifamily real estate market. It connects residential property owners, service companies, and residents by providing an array of lifestyle services, such as fitness programs, dog walking, massage therapy, delivery services, on-demand storage, and maid services. Through strategic partnerships, Amenify transforms apartments into property-centric marketplaces, offering value, trust, and convenience to residents while enabling service providers to achieve greater efficiency and scale across millions of homes. The company's growth has been supported by strategic investors managing over 2 million multifamily homes in North America, allowing it to leverage technology and network effects to create mutually beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders.

Amenify

Venture Round in 2022
Amenify is a company that operates a three-sided marketplace designed to enhance the multifamily real estate market. It connects residential property owners, service companies, and residents by providing an array of lifestyle services, such as fitness programs, dog walking, massage therapy, delivery services, on-demand storage, and maid services. Through strategic partnerships, Amenify transforms apartments into property-centric marketplaces, offering value, trust, and convenience to residents while enabling service providers to achieve greater efficiency and scale across millions of homes. The company's growth has been supported by strategic investors managing over 2 million multifamily homes in North America, allowing it to leverage technology and network effects to create mutually beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders.

Tagboard

Series A in 2022
Tagboard is a cloud-based production platform that specializes in creating interactive live programming for connected screens. Founded in 2012 and based in Redmond, WA, the company aggregates social media content using hashtags, allowing brands, agencies, and marketers to display and curate user-generated content from various networks in an engaging visual format. Its intuitive drag-and-drop interface enables users to produce live programming seamlessly, whether remotely or in-studio, while incorporating custom graphic templates. Tagboard's solutions empower businesses to enhance audience engagement, amplify positive influence, and facilitate branded experiences, thereby encouraging users to participate in social conversations on a moderated platform. The company's innovative approach has made it a key player in hashtag marketing and social media integration.

AtmosAir Solutions

Venture Round in 2021
AtmosAir is a company that specializes in air purification technology aimed at enhancing indoor air quality. It offers systems that utilize bi-polar ionization to energize air, creating positive and negative ions that are distributed throughout spaces served by HVAC systems or standalone units. This innovative approach effectively neutralizes airborne pollutants at their source, helping to reduce dust and mold particles. By providing fresh air and eliminating contaminants, AtmosAir addresses the growing need for healthier indoor environments.

StatusPro

Seed Round in 2021
StatusPro is a sports technology company that integrates data with augmented and virtual reality to offer innovative training and gaming solutions. The company specializes in creating three-dimensional simulations that detail player performance during NFL games. These simulations are transformed into virtual reality experiences, allowing coaches, players, and fans to engage more deeply with the sport. By leveraging advanced technology, StatusPro enhances the training process and overall enjoyment of football, providing users with immersive tools for skill development and analysis.

Nifty

Seed Round in 2021
Nifty is a remote company. It is a NFT platform, and its easy-to-use interface enables communities to collect and trade digital art and other collectibles from their favourite brands and creators.

Buzzer

Series A in 2021
Buzzer Media Inc., established in 2020 and headquartered in New York, specializes in a live sports streaming platform. It offers a mobile-based service, also named Buzzer, which aggregates sports content and rights, sends custom notifications, and provides subscription services. The company's technology supports partners' direct-to-consumer platforms, making them more efficient, personalized, and cost-effective, catering to a content-saturated and evolving consumer environment.

Supersapiens

Venture Round in 2021
Supersapiens is a sports technology company based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2019. The company specializes in energy management systems, offering innovative insights into glucose data through biowearable technology. Their platform features a libre sense glucose sport biosensor that enables real-time monitoring of glucose levels, allowing athletes to make informed decisions regarding their energy management. This technology assists users in developing better fueling strategies, ultimately enhancing performance and recovery during workouts and exercise. By providing visibility into glucose levels and metabolism, Supersapiens aims to promote long-term positive behavior changes among athletes.

Iris.TV

Series B in 2021
Iris.TV, Inc. is a cloud-based platform that enhances video programming for publishers and content owners by facilitating personalized video streaming and improving audience engagement across multiple devices. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Los Angeles, with an office in New York, the company offers a suite of tools that includes Adaptive Stream for real-time personalized streaming, Asset IQ for automated data structuring and optimization, and IRIS Vision for business intelligence and programming management. By integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning, Iris.TV automates the delivery of customized content based on audience preferences and behaviors. The platform also provides data connectivity to improve viewing experiences and advertising outcomes, enabling scalable solutions for contextual ad targeting, verification, and video recommendations, thereby maximizing video consumption while simplifying operational processes for web, mobile, and OTT distribution.

Version1

Seed Round in 2021
Version1 is a property esports organization that specializes in hosting esports events and developing software to facilitate event scheduling for teams and content creators. By creating a platform that serves as an entry point for brands new to esports, Version1 fosters connections between players, fans, and professional teams. The organization employs full-time staff in various areas including content, communications, partnerships, business development, operations, and finance. Version1 values the diverse backgrounds of its employees, believing that this diversity enhances its ability to create a dynamic and successful organization.

VENN

Series A in 2020
VENN is a 24/7 post-cable network focused on gaming, esports, and entertainment, launched in 2020 with studios in New York and Los Angeles. The network is dedicated to developing and distributing gaming and esports content across various media platforms. VENN offers original programming created both in-house and through collaborations with prominent figures and creators in the industry. Its goal is to engage audiences with live broadcasts and a variety of entertainment offerings that highlight the dynamic world of esports and pop culture.

ON

Venture Round in 2020
ON is a software company that specializes in a conversational AI platform designed to improve customer engagement and align with business objectives. The platform allows for seamless integration with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, e-commerce platforms, and various other tools through a low-code approach. This enables businesses to efficiently implement generative AI-driven chat experiences, facilitating real-time interactions and enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, ON is committed to helping organizations leverage advanced technology to meet their operational needs.

Slate

Seed Round in 2020
Slate, Ltd. is a content creation platform designed for social media, offering a range of tools such as custom fonts, colors, filters, graphics, and animations through a mobile application. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, the platform facilitates brand management and content creation specifically for teams, enabling them to maintain brand consistency across their social media posts. Slate's user-friendly interface allows organizations to produce and share on-brand content efficiently on various platforms, including Instagram stories. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach, having been listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2022, and is utilized by prominent brands like the NFL, VISA, and Budweiser.

OS Studios

Seed Round in 2020
OS Studios offers creative, production, and consultancy services to assist brands in excelling in content and live production. The company specializes in live broadcasting, content strategy, social media management, and league production. By utilizing remote production technology, OS Studios enables clients to enhance their content delivery and engagement strategies effectively.

MOJO Sports

Series A in 2020
Mojo Sport is a developer of a sports application aimed at enhancing the experience of sports for participants of all ages. The application features activities created by youth coaches and child development experts, providing quality coaching content and feedback from coaches and players after each practice. This platform facilitates the sharing of ideas and tips, promoting improvement and engagement in sports. By combining educational resources with user-friendly technology, Mojo Sport aims to make sports more enjoyable and accessible for everyone involved.

WSC Sports

Series C in 2019
WSC Sports, established in 2011, specializes in AI-driven sports content technology. The company uses machine learning to automate the creation, management, and distribution of customized short-form video content for sports organizations. Its platform analyzes live sports events, identifies key moments, and generates tailored video clips for various digital platforms. WSC Sports serves over 450 clients, including prominent sports leagues and media outlets like the NBA, ESPN, and LaLiga. The company also offers specialized software tools for coaching staff and referee performance analysis. Headquartered in Israel, WSC Sports has additional offices in the United States.

Moved

Series A in 2019
Moved is a New York-based company that provides a free personal moving assistant service, connecting clients with a marketplace of movers and related service providers. Established in 2016, Moved's platform features a real human assistant who guides clients through their moving needs, manages scheduling, and acts as a consumer advocate to ensure fair pricing. In addition to its moving services, the company offers software designed to streamline the resident onboarding process for multifamily operators. This software enhances efficiency for site teams and improves resident satisfaction by automating reminders and providing essential data and services for movers. Moved aims to simplify the moving experience while supporting the operational needs of property management.

Fevo

Series B in 2019
Fevo, Inc. is a New York-based company that operates a platform designed for group ticket sales to various live events, including sports, music, and theater. Founded in 2011, the platform enables users to select events, invite friends, and organize group purchases while facilitating payment splitting. Additionally, it offers features for managing inventory, building marketing campaigns, and launching promotional offers, which aid brands in enhancing customer engagement and improving the overall purchase experience. By fostering collaboration among users, Fevo aims to simplify the process of attending events together.

Loop & Tie

Venture Round in 2019
Loop & Tie operates a gift management platform aimed at enhancing engagement between businesses and their recipients. Instead of sending identical gifts to all, companies can provide a curated selection of gift options tailored to their budget, allowing recipients to choose what they prefer through a personalized online interface. This process not only fosters individual connections but also includes an engagement dashboard that offers real-time insights into recipient selections, thank you notes, and budget statistics. Additionally, businesses have the option to customize gift collections with their own products and experiences while relying on Loop & Tie for storage and shipping logistics, ultimately streamlining the gifting process and strengthening customer relationships.

Latch

Series B in 2018
Latch is a technology company that provides an operating system for modern buildings, comprising software, products, and services. Its primary offering is a keyless entry security system, enabling residents and authorized visitors to access doors within apartment buildings using their smartphones. Latch operates across North America, serving both large-scale real estate developers and local property owners, with its solutions deployed in various types of properties, from affordable housing to luxury towers.

ZecOps

Pre Seed Round in 2018
ZecOps, Inc. is a cybersecurity automation company founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in mobile security automation, offering solutions that identify advanced cyber attacks, zero-day exploits, and complex payloads. ZecOps' platform enables organizations to extract and analyze mobile device logs for signs of compromise or malicious activity, significantly reducing the time required for manual investigations from months to mere minutes. By uncovering attackers' mistakes and understanding the objectives of cyber campaigns, ZecOps enhances threat detection and increases the costs for malicious actors.

SportsHub Games Network

Venture Round in 2018
SportsHub Games Network is a leading provider of real money fantasy sports games and contests, recognized for its comprehensive portfolio that includes several prominent platforms. Key offerings include Fanball, a popular destination for daily fantasy sports competitions; CDM Sports, which provides season-long fantasy experiences across multiple sports; and MFL10s, a favored best ball league format. The company also operates LeagueSafe, an established platform for managing fantasy league dues, and the National Fantasy Championships, known for its high-stakes contests and live drafts in major cities. Additionally, WhatIfSports serves as a premier sports simulation site, offering engaging online games and predictions across various sports. Through its innovative platform, SportsHub aims to enhance fan engagement and support the development of interactive games within the sports and media landscape.

Tonal

Series B in 2018
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

VenueNext

Funding Round in 2018
VenueNext, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in creating venue-specific, context-aware applications designed to enhance the experience of event-goers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, VenueNext provides a mobile-centric platform that offers insights into guest behavior and enables venue operators to manage high-volume demand effectively. Its products include VenueNext Canopy, which allows operators to sell unused parking spots and send custom news updates to fans during events, as well as a data and analytics dashboard for real-time insights. VenueNext serves a diverse range of venues, including sports stadiums, concert amphitheaters, theme parks, hotels, and conference facilities, both domestically and internationally. The company leverages a skilled team with experience from major tech companies to deliver innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency and customer loyalty.

Palladyne AI

Venture Round in 2016
Palladyne AI is a software company specializing in advanced robotic technology that enhances the intelligence and efficiency of robotic systems. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Palladyne AI's platform enables robots to observe, learn, reason, and act in ways that closely resemble human intelligence. This innovative software empowers robots to autonomously adapt to dynamic environments, allowing them to perceive and respond to changes in real-time. The applications of Palladyne AI's technology span various industries, including automotive, aviation, construction, defense, general manufacturing, infrastructure inspection, logistics, and warehousing, positioning the company as a key player in the evolution of robotics.

You.i TV

Seed Round in 2010
You.i TV is a software provider that specializes in creating cross-platform video applications for the television and media industry. The company offers an enterprise development platform that enables media companies to engage their audiences more effectively. By utilizing a single codebase approach, You.i TV allows developers to build app features and implement user experience changes just once, which can then be deployed across multiple devices, including mobile phones, tablets, game consoles, streaming devices, and Smart TVs. This method not only saves time and accelerates delivery but also empowers designers and developers to craft unique app experiences tailored to different platforms.
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