Investments
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NYCE
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in InvestmentsNYCE Companies, Inc. is an operational real estate fintech startup, founded in 2020 to democratize real estate ownership using micro-investing. With multiple successful crowdfunding rounds, a growing portfolio of properties, and user engagement on its REIFY app, NYCE continues to build toward its mission of closing the wealth gap through accessible investment. As of mid‑2025,…
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Airthium
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in InvestmentsAirthium is a Paris‑area cleantech startup founded in 2016, designing a next‑generation high‑temperature heat pump based on Stirling engine principles. It’s positioned to electrify industrial heat processes and enable long-duration energy storage using thermal methods like molten salt. Backed by Y Combinator and crowdfunding campaigns, it’s now building prototypes toward a 1 MW industrial model and…
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Digital Eclipse
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in InvestmentsDigital Eclipse, originally founded in 1992, evolved from an arcade emulation pioneer into a dedicated heritage studio under a 2015 revival. Since then it has meticulously built well-respected retro game collections. After delivering Atari 50, the studio was acquired by Atari SA in late 2023. Today, it continues running out of Emeryville and stands as a…
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TapRm
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in InvestmentsIn 2024, TapRm’s white-label e-commerce platform was acquired by LiquidData, a company focused on providing backend technology solutions for the beverage industry. This acquisition allows TapRm to concentrate on client engagement and brand development, while LiquidData enhances its technological infrastructure.
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Drink Monday
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in InvestmentsDrink Monday has grown rapidly from a niche startup into a prominent player in the non-alcoholic spirits market, combining premium taste, clean ingredients, and strong retail presence. Leadership changes and capital raises in 2022–23 positioned them for continued expansion across channels. As of mid-2025, they remain a thriving, mission-driven brand with solid traction in an…
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Boxabl
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in InvestmentsBoxabl launched with ambitious designs to revolutionize housing via factory-built, foldable homes starting in 2017. Over time it secured major partnerships, expanded manufacturing capacity, and introduced new product lines—culminating in its 2025 “Baby Box” launch.
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Synexis
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in InvestmentsSynexis LLC, founded in 2008, has become a leader in continuous air and surface microbial reduction via its patented Dry Hydrogen Peroxide (DHP™) technology. Supported by multiple clinical and peer-reviewed studies, it is now deployed in healthcare, educational settings, entertainment venues, and hospitality spaces. With key partnerships, rigorous safety certifications, and proven effectiveness in reducing…
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TBD Health
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in InvestmentsTBD Health is a fast-growing sexual healthcare company redefining access to STI testing, PrEP prescriptions, and reproductive care via both telehealth and in-person clinics. With a user-first, stigma-free model founded in 2020, it scaled rapidly—raising $4.4M in 2023, launching physical clinics in Las Vegas and Denver, and delivering inclusive care in nearly all U.S. states…
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Drifter Spirits
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in InvestmentsDrifter Spirits is an active, community-backed craft spirits distributor and brand builder. It started by introducing artisanal global spirits like Avuá Cachaça and Svöl Aquavit to U.S. bartenders and consumers, and recently pivoted to premium RTD canned cocktails crafted with signature ingredients and stories. Its portfolio is expanding, and though still small-scale, the company is…
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Mevo
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in InvestmentsMevo began as a Livestream hardware project in 2016, became an independent company by 2019, and developed a suite of affordable, user-friendly live-streaming cameras like the Mevo Plus and Mevo Start. Since being acquired into Logitech’s creator ecosystem, Mevo has expanded its product range—most recently with the 4K Mevo Core—and continues to serve creators of…
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Mi.Bank
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in InvestmentsMi.Bank is a boutique, Michigan-based business-focused community bank, launched in 2019 with strong local investor support and a tech-enabled, personalized banking model. The bank demonstrated resilience during the pandemic, funding large numbers of PPP loans and growing assets swiftly. With leadership transitioned to Jenny Meier and continued strategic expansion under chair Matt Agnone, Mi.Bank is…
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Womp
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in InvestmentsWomp is a modern, browser-first 3D creation platform built to democratize design with intuitive volumetric workflows and real-time collaboration. Since its founding in 2019 and $4.7M seed raise in 2022, it has grown steadily—offering web access, community learning, print-on-demand services, and expanding toward light AI tools while maintaining creator data privacy. Though not yet rivaling…
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Ample
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in InvestmentsAmple Foods is a San Francisco-based nutrition startup founded in October 2015 by Connor Young, a former CrossFit coach and healthcare entrepreneur. The company specializes in drinkable meal replacements made from real-food ingredients, aiming to provide a convenient and nutritious solution for busy, health-conscious individuals.
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Medford Brewing
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in InvestmentsMedford Brewing is making craft beer with a universal appeal. They blend gourmet grains and hops to create delicious beers that are florally delightful and very tasty.
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WorldTree
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in InvestmentsWorld Tree is a U.S.-based climate-tech and agroforestry venture founded in 2015, using fast-growing Empress trees to generate both environmental benefits (carbon drawdown, soil restoration) and investor returns through timber revenue-sharing. It has planted thousands of acres via partnerships with small farmers and repeatedly raised capital through crowdfunding. As of 2025, it’s actively planting and…
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Adtoniq
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in InvestmentsAdtoniq is a San Francisco–based startup founded in 2014–15 by adtech veterans Gary Portney and David Levine. Its permission-based advertising platform enables publishers to monetize the otherwise unreachable ad-blocking audience without compromising privacy or user experience. After securing a $3.87M seed round in late 2023, Adtoniq continues to grow its team and product suite into…
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Dunrite Games
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in InvestmentsDun Rite Games launched in 2017 as a mobile game studio led by an experienced gamer-founder aiming to disrupt typical mobile gaming models. They secured early crowdfunding in 2018–19.
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Doughp
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in InvestmentsDoughp takes cookie dough to the next level. They make cookie dough that is both safe and ridiculously fun to eat. They ditch the eggs and heat-treat the flour so your spoon (or face – no judgement) can dive right into this cookie dough. Doughp believes in a life lived raw. The founder’s personal journey…
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Cleveland Whiskey
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in InvestmentsCleveland Whiskey uses transformative aging and infusion technology to create a line of revolutionary new flavors that push the boundaries of traditional whiskey. Named “Whiskey Distillery Innovator of the Year,” Cleveland Whiskey has won more than 60 medals at competitions around the world including twenty-two gold and double gold awards. Our process allows us to…
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Tesseract Space
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in InvestmentsFounded in 2017 by Erik Franks, Jeff Gibson, and Jake Teufert, this California-based aerospace startup (headquartered in Livermore/Los Angeles, CA) specializes in green, non-toxic chemical propulsion systems for small satellites (CubeSats to ESPA class) and orbital transfer vehicles.
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Attic Brewing
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in InvestmentsAttic Brewing Co. traces its roots back to June 2010, when founders Laura and Todd Lacy began homebrewing in the attic of their Germantown apartment in Philadelphia. Their first batch was a black IPA, and despite challenges like beer leaking through the ceiling to their downstairs neighbor, they were hooked on brewing.
Failed Investments
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Envel
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in FailedEnvel Inc. emerged as an ambitious AI-first challenger bank with automated budgeting envelopes and behavioral finance hooks. It raised community funding, attracted early users, and launched as a Harvard/MIT-backed fintech. However, persistent app issues, funding constraints, and operational cracks led to its technology being sold in June 2023 to BankMobile (BMTX). All Envel banking services…
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Vejii
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in FailedVejii Holdings Ltd. is a North American online marketplace for plant-based and sustainable products, founded in 2020 by Kory Zelickson. Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, the company aimed to provide a centralized platform for consumers seeking vegan and eco-friendly products.
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Juked.gg
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in FailedJuked.gg started as a passion project by longtime esports insiders tired of scattered, toxic fan discourse. Over the span of three years, it grew from a web beta into a mobile-first platform with thousands of users, crowd funding success, strategic partnerships, and a mission-driven focus. In December 2022, Juked was acquired by The Game Day,…
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Genius Juice
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in FailedIn mid‑2023, Bayer announced on LinkedIn that Genius Juice had shut down smoothie production, offloading remaining inventory at a discount. This was due to unsustainable costs, supply-chain issues, and heavy cash burn. The brand pivoted to a line of wellness shots, which were more profitable and manageable, though still challenging. A February 2024 LinkedIn update…
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Hopsters
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in FailedHopsters started as a successful community-funded brew‑your‑own beer concept in Newton, expanded into Boston’s Seaport, raised nearly $2M in crowdfunding, and projected multi‑million-dollar revenues. But the pandemic severely disrupted operations. A Chapter 11 filing in 2020 was quickly converted to liquidate under Chapter 7, and as of mid‑2025 there is no active business under the Hopsters name.
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10Below Ice Cream
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in FailedA federal lawsuit was filed in December 2017, but continued into 2025, where Five Below Inc. alleged consumer confusion over the name similarity to its own “Ten Below” brand. The legal action continues as of April 2025.
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Stewbum & Stonewall Brewing
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in FailedStewbum & Stonewall Brewing Co., once a beloved local craft brewery born from a Kickstarter dream, struggled with multi-year permit delays and pandemic impacts. Despite reopening in Honolulu’s Chinatown in 2021, it ultimately closed permanently in August 2022. The space and equipment were put up for sale, and while the brand remains in Darren Garvey’s…
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Laine’s Bake Shop
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in FailedCleveland Whiskey uses transformative aging and infusion technology to create a line of revolutionary new flavors that push the boundaries of traditional whiskey. Named “Whiskey Distillery Innovator of the Year,” Cleveland Whiskey has won more than 60 medals at competitions around the world including twenty-two gold and double gold awards. Our process allows us to…
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Crooked City Cider
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in FailedIn March 2023, the Crooked City Tap House at Jack London Square was sold. The space is now operated by Hesher’s Pizza, but they intend to keep a cider‑centric offering, and continue hosting community events like trivia, pizza nights, and more—carrying on some of the taproom’s original vibe.
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Ben & Jerry’s
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in FailedDespite initial success, the store closed permanently on December 21, 2023, as local franchisee Klaus Möeller cited a surge in crime, drug activity, encampments, and safety concerns for staff and customers. The business reportedly lost over $200,000 during the pandemic, and unmanageable conditions made continued operation untenable. By early 2024, the storefront was boarded up…
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Wellness Revolution Studio
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in FailedWellness Revolution Studio in Regina, Saskatchewan, was founded in 2015. Their mission was to create a private, modern fitness and wellness space that offered a more personalized alternative to large commercial gyms. They envisioned a studio where clients could receive tailored training, yoga, massage therapy, and wellness coaching in a supportive environment. Wellness Revolution Studio…