Daniel Barth

Senior Associate

James Chan

CFO

Mikiko Shimada Clanton

Senior Associate

Simon Crowther

MD, Head of International Aero Tech & Sustainability Lead

Timo Kilp

Principal

Henry Liu

Director of Engineering

Chandra Mitchell

COO and General Counsel

Connie Neuman

Director of Human Resources

25 past transactions

Strella Biotechnology

Series A in 2022
Strella Biotechnology, Inc. designs and manufactures sensors based device that maximizes the freshness of fresh produce throughout the supply chain. The company provides an ethylene-detection device that determines ripeness by calculating the ethylene gas produced by fruit and maximizes freshness and reduces spoilage of fruit. Strella Biotechnology, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

SVEXA

Seed Round in 2022
Svexa is an exercse intelligence company. The company work in three areas: consulting, algorithms (development and licensing), and software development. Their products provide a unique integration of sports training, performance and recovery data with biological and psychological profiles. The integrated analytical and AI approach consolidates the myriad data points from elite athletes into real-time, individualized readiness metrics, so professional teams, athletes and coaches can optimize their training regimes and keep the athletes on the field, and even more importantly perform at the optimal level. Svexa is based in Menlo Park, CA, with close ties to Stanford University and Karolinska Institutet.

RIOS

Series A in 2022
RIOS, founded in 2018, is a technology company helping global customers automate their factories, warehouses, and supply chain operations by deploying a new class of dexterous AI-powered robots. RIOS robots handle hard-to-automate tasks, typically requiring human-level dexterity, in unstructured environments. RIOS is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and has a pilot facility in San Carlos, CA. More information is available at www.rios.ai.
Advanced Farm Technologies is a robotics company for the next frontier of farming. It offers strawberry harvesting services in the Oxnard, Santa Maria. and Watsonville areas. Its robots gently handle berries to avoid bruising and fruit damage. Advanced Farm Technologies was founded in Davis, California in 2017.

CredR

Venture Round in 2021
Looking at buying or selling a pre-owned vehicle? You are just a click away from finding the perfectsolution to this problem – CredR, India’s only verified and certified used bikes marketplace.The second hand vehicles market is usually flooded with inconsistent pricing and uncomfortable experiences. CredR steps in makes buying/ selling as easy as taking a walk in the park.

Goodpath

Seed Round in 2021
Goodpath is a telehealth startup based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to assisting individuals in managing common health conditions. The company offers personalized self-care programs designed to enhance the lives of those dealing with chronic conditions. These programs are tailored based on individual lifestyle and health history, incorporating aspects such as nutrition and supplements, fitness, mindfulness, and guidance. By providing doctor-approved treatments, Goodpath aims to enable users to follow effective health strategies and achieve improved health outcomes.

C. Light Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
C. Light Technologies, Inc. operates as a neurotech and AI company that develops an eye tracking technology for neurological health. It offers machine learning algorithms and instrument that monitors multiple sclerosis (MS) by measuring neurological activity through imaging the retina. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Berkeley, California.

RIOS

Funding Round in 2021
RIOS, founded in 2018, is a technology company helping global customers automate their factories, warehouses, and supply chain operations by deploying a new class of dexterous AI-powered robots. RIOS robots handle hard-to-automate tasks, typically requiring human-level dexterity, in unstructured environments. RIOS is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and has a pilot facility in San Carlos, CA. More information is available at www.rios.ai.

Ejenta

Seed Round in 2020
Ejenta Inc. develops an intelligent personal assistant platform that leverages artificial intelligence to understand users' daily activities, monitor adherence to mission plans, and provide personalized advice and support. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Ejenta's technology is built on exclusively licensed NASA research spanning two decades, focusing on intelligent agents, human-robot interaction, and security. The platform integrates wearable and environmental sensors to collect real-time behavioral data, allowing users to interact with their personal agents through mobile devices, Smart TVs, and natural language interfaces. Ejenta's technology is currently utilized in NASA's Mission Control for the International Space Station and is applicable across various industries, including space, government, and healthcare.

Canvass AI

Series A in 2020
Canvass AI develops a predictive analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance industrial operations across various sectors, including food and agriculture, automotive, energy, and metals and mining. The platform automates the data analysis process, enabling companies to gather insights on production efficiency, maintenance, and energy use with ease. By providing actionable insights and real-time guidance, Canvass AI empowers industrial operators to optimize their processes, improve quality, and reduce energy consumption. The technology is designed to facilitate the adoption of AI in industrial settings without requiring extensive data science expertise, thus supporting companies in lowering operational costs, improving profitability, and extending the lifespan of their assets. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, Canvass AI was previously known as Dat-uh Inc. and rebranded in August 2017.

InOrbit

Seed Round in 2020
InOrbit, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in a cloud-based robot management platform designed to assist robotics companies in developing, deploying, and operating autonomous robots. Founded in 2017, InOrbit's platform offers features such as cloud-robot communications, real-time analytics, incident management, and predictive diagnostics, catering to various industries including agriculture, hospitality, logistics, and retail. The company is at the forefront of a burgeoning market, with the commercial service robot sector projected to grow significantly. InOrbit's unique approach, termed RobOps, leverages extensive data analytics to provide insights that enhance robot performance monitoring and operational efficiency. The company collaborates with notable partners and clients, including major technology firms and robotics manufacturers. InOrbit's founding team comprises experts with substantial experience in robotics and technology development, holding numerous patents in relevant fields.

The Yield

Venture Round in 2020
The Yield Technology Solutions Pty Ltd, an agriculture technology company, develops farm decision-making and customer yield solutions in Australia. The company’s platform helps growers to make decisions. It also offers Sensing+, a microclimate sensing system, which mirrors the natural ecosystem on farm; and growers' app that provides information on the growing conditions. The company was formerly known as Second Sense Pty. Ltd. The Yield Technology Solutions Pty Ltd was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia.

Strella Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2020
Strella Biotechnology, Inc. designs and manufactures sensors based device that maximizes the freshness of fresh produce throughout the supply chain. The company provides an ethylene-detection device that determines ripeness by calculating the ethylene gas produced by fruit and maximizes freshness and reduces spoilage of fruit. Strella Biotechnology, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

loop+

Seed Round in 2020
loop+ is a remote rehabilitation platform that accesses sensor technology to translate care plans from the clinic into the home, creating a feedback loop with clinicians in patient's everyday lives. Our first product is loop+ an activity tracker for wheelchair users that creates a positive feedback look with clinicians and carers to monitor health risks in everyday life. For the first time, wheelchair users who either can’t feel their lower limbs or are non-verbal and unable to communicate their discomfort, have a way to visualise what’s going on with their body. Remote monitoring supports early detection and intervention of pressure wounds, respiratory issues and scoliosis.

Soft Robotics

Series B in 2020
Soft Robotics Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Bedford, Massachusetts, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing robotic grippers and control systems. These advanced tools enable the manipulation of items with varying sizes, shapes, and weights, making them suitable for diverse applications in packaging, supply chain, and industrial settings. The company's innovative soft robotic technology, protected by over 40 patents, addresses the challenges of automation by offering high adaptability and reducing system complexity and costs. Their grippers are capable of handling a wide range of objects—from food products to consumer goods—without the need for tool or software changes between tasks. This versatility allows for efficient operations in industries such as food and beverage, medical devices, and e-commerce. Soft Robotics' systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing industrial robots and vision systems, providing solutions that enhance productivity and optimize efficiency in high SKU processing and packaging environments. The company aims to unlock the future of automation with its cutting-edge technology that combines speed, precision, and adaptability.
Advanced Farm Technologies is a robotics company for the next frontier of farming. It offers strawberry harvesting services in the Oxnard, Santa Maria. and Watsonville areas. Its robots gently handle berries to avoid bruising and fruit damage. Advanced Farm Technologies was founded in Davis, California in 2017.

Exyn

Series A in 2019
Exyn Technologies, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company specializing in autonomous aerial robotics, having emerged from the GRASP Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania. Founded in 2014, the company has developed exynAI, a modular software system that enables pilot-less flights for drones in complex commercial settings. This technology leverages multiple redundant sensors and advanced mapping techniques to facilitate obstacle avoidance and autonomous flight planning, allowing for applications such as underground inspections, inventory management, and construction documentation. Exyn's drones operate without human control or GPS, making them particularly suited for navigating challenging environments and automating hazardous tasks.

Invert Robotics

Series A in 2019
Invert Robotics Limited provides remote robotic inspection services for food and beverage industry. It offers visual inspection for storage tanks, spray dryers, cyclones, bag filters, fluid beds, and other vessels for cracks and defects; wall climbing robot platform and non-contact adhesion pads; and repair services. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

ROAM

Series A in 2018
Roam Robotics, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the development of innovative exoskeletons and powered orthotics. Founded in 2014, the company aims to make these mobility devices more affordable, comfortable, and safe for home use. Roam's products utilize advanced high-strength fabrics and pneumatic powertrains, which significantly reduce the weight and cost compared to traditional exoskeleton designs. This approach allows for unmatched power-to-weight ratios, enhancing performance while minimizing part count. The company's focus on lightweight and adaptable robotic solutions aims to improve mobility support, ultimately enhancing human capabilities for a wide range of users.

Soft Robotics

Series A in 2018
Soft Robotics Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Bedford, Massachusetts, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing robotic grippers and control systems. These advanced tools enable the manipulation of items with varying sizes, shapes, and weights, making them suitable for diverse applications in packaging, supply chain, and industrial settings. The company's innovative soft robotic technology, protected by over 40 patents, addresses the challenges of automation by offering high adaptability and reducing system complexity and costs. Their grippers are capable of handling a wide range of objects—from food products to consumer goods—without the need for tool or software changes between tasks. This versatility allows for efficient operations in industries such as food and beverage, medical devices, and e-commerce. Soft Robotics' systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing industrial robots and vision systems, providing solutions that enhance productivity and optimize efficiency in high SKU processing and packaging environments. The company aims to unlock the future of automation with its cutting-edge technology that combines speed, precision, and adaptability.

Abundant Robots

Series A in 2017
Abundant Robotics, Inc. is dedicated to automating orchard harvests through advanced robotic technology, specifically focusing on apple harvesting. Founded in 2015 and located in Hayward, California, the company provides Harvest-as-a-Service solutions that leverage robotics to enhance productivity in agriculture. By integrating computer vision and machine learning, Abundant Robotics develops systems designed to efficiently pick apples, enabling farmers to reduce labor costs and increase yield. The company emerged from research conducted at SRI International, where experts in robotics collaborated to address significant challenges in the agricultural sector. Abundant Robotics aims to deliver practical solutions that meet the urgent needs of farmers, contributing to a more efficient and sustainable agricultural industry.

PrecisionHawk

Series C in 2016
PrecisionHawk Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing drones, sensors, and software solutions for various industries, including agriculture, construction, energy, insurance, and government. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company operates additional locations in College Station, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Toronto, Canada; Virginia Beach, Virginia; and Denver, Colorado. PrecisionHawk integrates unmanned aerial systems with remote sensing technologies and advanced data analytics to enhance business operations and decision-making processes. The company offers an end-to-end solution for aerial data collection, processing, and analysis, delivering actionable insights to its clients. Its product offerings include the aerial data software DataMapper, satellite imagery from Terraserver, and the Low Altitude Traffic and Airspace Safety platform, LATAS. Additionally, PrecisionHawk provides services in pilot networking, consulting, and training.

Veniam

Series B in 2016
Veniam specializes in transforming vehicles into Wi-Fi hotspots, creating vehicular networks that enhance wireless coverage in urban areas. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company develops vehicular mesh networks that facilitate the secure management of data flows within an evolving mobility ecosystem. Veniam's solutions combine hardware, software, and cloud components to deliver services to intelligent transportation systems in cities like New York and Singapore, as well as in Porto, Portugal, where it operates the world’s largest connected vehicle network, including taxis, waste collection trucks, and public buses, providing free Wi-Fi to over 500,000 users. By leveraging these networks, Veniam aims to improve urban mobility and enhance the overall quality of life in cities.