Wolfpack Investor Network

Wolfpack Investor Network (WIN) is an angel investing platform that connects the entrepreneurial community and alumni network of North Carolina State University. Focused on empowering innovative private companies, WIN exclusively invests in portfolio companies that have an affiliation with NC State and are based in the United States. By leveraging its extensive network, WIN fosters collaboration and support among entrepreneurs and investors, aiming to drive the growth of businesses that are poised to shape the future.

Sharat Nagaraj

Private Investor

12 past transactions

VQ Biomedical

Seed Round in 2025
VQ Biomedical is a medical technology company developing a minimally invasive catheter to deliver supplemental oxygen directly into the bloodstream of hospitalized patients suffering from respiratory failure. This innovative device aims to provide a safer, more efficient, and less invasive solution for respiratory support, as it does not require the patient's blood to be pumped outside the body.

Eventuall

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Eventuall is a web-based software company specializing in virtual and hybrid event management. It offers a cloud-based platform designed to facilitate a range of events, including conferences, live performances, and movie premieres. The company's software as a service (SaaS) model provides engaging tools that enhance interaction among attendees, participants, and hosts. By using a subscription-based pricing model, Eventuall aims to deliver high-impact communal experiences, allowing customers to effectively manage and execute their events in a digital landscape.

Biospatial

Series A in 2022
Biospatial, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, that focuses on developing an online cloud-based platform for analyzing prehospital data to enhance public health and emergency response efforts. The platform aggregates and processes data from various sources, including electronic Patient Care Reports, utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence to extract actionable insights. By partnering with state and local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies, Biospatial aims to improve patient outcomes and support public sector and commercial healthcare entities in their missions. The company provides web-based interfaces that allow users to visualize data, generate reports, and manage access, creating a secure and scalable system for informed decision-making in emergency situations. Founded in 2016, Biospatial is committed to building a national network of data partners to enhance population health and safety across the United States.

Nufabrx

Series A in 2021
Nufabrx is a Seattle-based company that manufactures innovative pillowcases designed to combat blemishes and promote skin health during sleep. Founded in 2012 by Jordan Schindler, Nufabrx's products are handcrafted from natural bamboo fibers infused with clinically proven natural ingredients. This unique combination results in pillowcases that are anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and hypo-allergenic, while also being environmentally friendly. Recent studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Nufabrx pillowcases, showing a significant reduction in the acne-causing bacteria P. and a 99% reduction of S. aureus bacteria after multiple washes. By leveraging its biomaterial textile platform, Nufabrx aims to provide topical benefits through its fabric products, ultimately improving skin health and addressing acne issues.

Second Nature

Series C in 2020
Second Nature Brands, Inc. is a consumer goods company based in Raleigh, North Carolina, that specializes in subscription-based delivery services for home air filters. Founded in 2012, the company offers a web-based platform for customers to easily order air filters tailored to the specific needs of their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. By providing automatic, recurring shipments of the correct size air filters directly to customers' doorsteps, Second Nature helps improve indoor air quality while also protecting HVAC systems. Additionally, the company offers health, vision, and dental insurance solutions. Formerly known as FilterEasy Inc., it rebranded to Second Nature Brands, Inc. in August 2019.

Howso

Seed Round in 2018
Howso is an AI-driven platform that assists enterprises in preparing and analyzing data for AI use cases. It offers the Understandable AI® Platform, a data-centric AI solution providing transparency and human comprehensibility, aiming to establish trustworthy AI as the global standard.

Improved Nature

Convertible Note in 2018
Founded in 2015, Improved Nature specializes in producing plant-based meat substitutes and protein food products derived from plants and water. Their product range includes Improved Meat and PrimeProTex, catering to K-12 school systems, hospitals, and other bulk buyers. They enable food manufacturers, retailers, and restaurants to create ready-to-eat meals with plant-based protein.

Get Spiffy

Series B in 2018
Get Spiffy, Inc. is a mobile service company based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in on-demand car washing, detailing, nano-ceramic coating, and oil change services. Founded in 2014, the company utilizes a smartphone application that facilitates both communication and payment for its services. Get Spiffy emphasizes environmental responsibility, ensuring that all car washes are eco-friendly. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to provide convenient and efficient automotive care to customers in the Triangle area and beyond.

Emergo Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2016, Emergo Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical company based in Durham, North Carolina. It specializes in developing drugs that modulate inflammatory cytokines to improve immune system functioning, with a focus on treating uncomplicated influenza and other infectious diseases.

Alievio

Series A in 2017
Alievio, Inc. is a North Carolina-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of innovative ophthalmic medical devices for glaucoma patients. The company has introduced a novel device, Sollevio, which offers a noninvasive method for titrating postoperative intraocular pressure in the treatment of refractory glaucoma. This device serves as a significant advancement in glaucoma therapy, aiming to address the complications associated with traditional glaucoma surgeries while providing ophthalmologists with a valuable tool to halt the progression of the disease. Founded in 2010 and originally known as Camras Vision, Inc., Alievio changed its name in June 2019 and operates from Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

KWIPPED

Seed Round in 2017
KWIPPED, Inc. is a B2B online equipment rental marketplace based in Wilmington, North Carolina, established in 2011. The company enables businesses to easily locate and rent specialized equipment from a global network of suppliers. KWIPPED's platform simplifies the sourcing process, reducing risk and ensuring quality while fostering trusted relationships between renters and suppliers. By offering a comprehensive selection of rental equipment, KWIPPED facilitates access for commercial applications, streamlining the equipment rental experience for its users.
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