Boot64 Ventures
Metairie · Pre-Seed–Seed
Investment thesis
Boot64 Ventures invests in early-stage Louisiana-based startups with a mission to support job creation and economic development. The fund prioritizes founders from underrepresented backgrounds, including veterans, socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and rural residents. The fund combines capital deployment with hands-on mentorship and business support services.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 19, 2026.
What they invest in
from 33 of 60 portfolio companiesHealthtech ×8AI & Machine Learning ×7Hardware ×6SaaS ×5Wellness & Fitness ×5B2B Marketplaces ×4Consumer ×4Deep Tech ×4
HQs:United States×14
Investments · 60 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathNovaSpark manufactures mobile, atmospheric hydrogen generation systems that produce hydrogen, power, and water on-site in remote or critical environments. The company serves defense, disaster response, and critical infrastructure markets with technology designed for mission-critical operations.
CleantechDeep TechDefense TechEnergyLouisiana, US
Rick(Chief Executive Officer)Tom(CTO & Board Member)
TRAK is an AI-powered ADAS calibration management platform for collision repair shops that automatically extracts required calibrations from repair estimates, schedules services, and generates OEM-cited insurance documentation. The platform integrates with existing repair workflows to capture missed calibrations and accelerate payment approval.
AI & Machine Learning
Advano manufactures silicon-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries that improve energy density and reduce costs for electric vehicles. The company supplies engineered materials that integrate into existing battery designs.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechNew Orleans, US
Arovia manufactures Splay, a portable display device that combines a collapsible screen with ultra-short-throw projection technology for productivity, presentations, and entertainment. The product targets consumers and professionals seeking mobile visual solutions.
ConsumerDeep TechHardwareNew Materials
Alex(Co-founder, Optical Engineer)George(Co-founder, Mechanical Engineer)
Beken Bio develops nanobiology technology combined with machine learning for early cancer detection by targeting abundant biomarkers. The company serves the medical field and cancer prevention sector.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDigital HealthMedical Devices
Blueflite develops electric drones for logistics and package delivery, with vertical take-off and landing capabilities designed for last-mile deliveries, emergency medical transport, and industrial supply missions. The platform integrates hardware and cloud-based software for mission planning, control, and customer order management.
HardwareLogistics & Supply ChainRoboticsAustin, US
BRCĒ Sports manufactures engineered shoelaces designed for athletic performance, with sport-specific tension and width calibration to improve ankle lockdown and stability during physical activity.
HardwareSports Tech
Centerline is a project information management platform built for architecture firms to streamline project administration from design through closeout. The software helps firm principals maximize revenue by reducing time spent on administrative tasks and improving collaboration across project phases.
Construction TechEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
DataHaul provides software that aggregates and analyzes trucking company operational data to identify the most profitable freight loads based on gross profit per hour. The platform serves trucking companies seeking to optimize their freight selection and fleet profitability through real-time data-driven decision-making.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS
Dreamland produces Koffucha, a fermented probiotic coffee beverage. The company targets consumers seeking functional coffee alternatives with digestive and wellness benefits.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessNew Orleans, US
Dalton Honore(Founder and CEO)
Earnest develops microbial seed coatings and agricultural biology products derived from prairie ecosystems to improve soil health and crop performance for farmers. The company has expanded from soil amendments to seed coatings that deliver biology directly on seeds, with plans to scale planter box treatments.
AgTechBiotech
Eddy Mejia(Founder)Dr. Gabe Price(Founder)
FKTea produces brewed tea-based energy drinks made with Japanese green tea and yerba mate, sweetened with Louisiana honey, for endurance athletes and active individuals seeking clean energy without synthetic stimulants or artificial additives. The company sources premium shade-grown tea directly from Japanese farmers and batch-brews its products.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessLouisiana, US
Four dads, veterans, and athletesKevin Shears(CEO & Co-Founder)Quest Meeks(Co-Founder)Trey Monaghan(Co-Founder)
Glaive Medical Optics develops an active digital intraocular lens implant to treat blinding macular diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), for which no current viable treatment exists. The company combines expertise in ophthalmology, electrical engineering, and materials science to create a miniaturized device that restores vision for patients with severe vision loss.
Deep TechHealthtechMedical Devices
Eric Bernabei(Founder)Dr. Wayne Harvey Woods Jr.(Founder)Dr. Christopher L. Shelby(Founder)Asher Gottesman(Founder)
Hampr is a laundry pickup and delivery service that collects dirty clothes from customers' homes, professionally washes and folds them, and returns the clean items to their door for a flat rate per load. The service operates in multiple major U.S. cities and targets busy individuals seeking to outsource household laundry tasks.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerFintechLafayette, US
Hello Gravel is an online platform for ordering bulk landscape materials like gravel, stone, and mulch with delivery to homeowners and contractors. The company simplifies the purchasing process by providing transparent pricing and reliable delivery scheduling.
B2B MarketplacesConstruction TechE-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplaces
Hilight is a platform that fosters positive school climate and culture by capturing and sharing innovative teaching practices, while providing school leaders with data to support educator well-being and effectiveness. The product is designed for schools and districts to improve teaching quality, create safe learning environments, and support educator retention.
EdTechHR Tech
Hollywood Trucks operates a fleet of solar-powered, off-grid production and talent trailers for the entertainment industry, featuring on-board solar arrays, battery storage, EV charging, Starlink WiFi, and vehicle-to-grid technology. The company rents customizable trailers (talent, restroom, hair/makeup, production office, and wardrobe models) to film, television, and live event productions.
CleantechEnergyHardwareNew Orleans, US
Andre Champagne(Founder & CEO)
Iconic is a platform that partners with museums, artists, and cultural institutions to create and distribute digital and physical art collectibles to global audiences. The company enables cultural organizations to reach new collectors and develop revenue streams while providing access to art and cultural heritage through digital innovation.
B2B MarketplacesCreator EconomyMedia & Entertainment
Aluan Wang
Informuta provides predictive infection intelligence tools that forecast antibiotic resistance risk to help clinicians prevent treatment failures and optimize antibiotic prescribing decisions. The company serves healthcare providers and infectious disease practitioners with AI-driven diagnostics and bacterial evolutionary analytics.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Zachary Pursell(Associate Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Tulane University; co-inventor)Lisa Morici(Professor of Microbiology & Immunology, Tulane University; co-inventor)
Ingest is a data management and analytics platform designed for restaurants and food & beverage businesses. It consolidates data from multiple sources into a single source of truth and provides customized dashboards and reports to help restaurant operators make decisions on pricing, staffing, and operational performance.
Data & InfrastructureFoodTech
Junum provides a clinical decision support solution that integrates with hospital EHRs to help physicians accurately diagnose malnutrition in patients and improve revenue capture. The platform uses AI risk screening to identify high-risk patients and provides nutrition insights to inform care plans within existing clinical workflows.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHealthtech
Kubanda develops innovative healthcare solutions for pets, focusing on pet wellness.
HealthtechMedical DevicesWellness & Fitness
Nicholas Durr(Advisor and Cofounder)in
LucyXR operates a 4,000+ sq ft LED stage volume for virtual production, powered by Unreal Engine technology. The studio serves film, commercial, and creative production teams seeking to reduce costs and production time by using controllable virtual environments instead of on-location shoots.
HardwareMedia & Entertainment
Noctura Interactive develops video games that integrate AI with human artistry to create interactive storytelling experiences. The company focuses on crafting games that bring people together through beautiful, meaningful worlds.
AI & Machine LearningGaming
Nathan Stahlman(CEO)Rachel Stahlman(SVP, Art Director)
NOLA AI builds a reasoning layer for AI systems that maintains structured knowledge and tracks uncertainty rather than generating confident predictions. The platform is designed for agentic systems, regulated environments, and applications where AI interpretability and reliability are critical.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise Software
Scott Kauffman(President & CEO)Zachary Christiansen(Chief Technology Officer)Correy Kowall(Co-Founder & Chief Scientist)Damon Kirin(Co-Founder)
Orion Sleep develops smart sleep technology, including sensors and covers, to make world-class sleep science accessible and affordable for consumers.
HardwareHealthtechIoTWellness & FitnessSan Francisco, US
Dr. Michael Breus(Chief Sleep Officer)
OS Benefits provides affordable health insurance and wellness benefits designed specifically for the hospitality industry, targeting independent restaurant and hospitality business owners seeking to provide employee healthcare coverage at sustainable costs.
HealthtechHR TechInsurTech
Plan A Games provides financing for user acquisition in mobile games, designed by former game industry operators who understand gaming economics. The company offers alternative funding solutions aligned with mobile game growth dynamics rather than traditional lending models.
FintechGaming
RCOAST provides coastal monitoring and data analytics tools that help communities measure coastal changes and assess the effectiveness of coastal resilience and mitigation solutions. The company uses remote sensing, lidar, and field instruments to collect high-resolution data that inform coastal management decisions.
Climate TechData & InfrastructureGovTechImpact & Social GoodNew Orleans, US
Dr. Christy Swann(Founder & CEO)Dr. Hilary Stockdon(Chief Science Officer)
RITUALI operates an invite-only marketplace connecting individuals with independent wellness practitioners across fitness, nutrition, bodywork, mindset, and energy work. Members receive discounted rates on sessions and access to personalized practitioner matching and integrative care concierge services.
MarketplacesWellness & Fitness
SleepNavigator is a platform that connects sleep care providers, systems, and workflows into a unified operating system for managing patient care journeys. It integrates sleep centers, hospitals, DME suppliers, dentists, and patients to eliminate fragmented handoffs and improve care coordination.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechSaaSLouisiana, US
Lea
The Care Connexion operates a staffing platform that directly connects home health agencies with qualified physical and occupational therapists. The platform streamlines referral management, scheduling, communication, and payments for both agencies and independent therapist contractors.
B2B MarketplacesHealthtechSaaS
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Boot64 Ventures invest at?
- Boot64 Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Boot64 Ventures focus on?
- Boot64 Ventures focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Boot64 Ventures located?
- Boot64 Ventures is headquartered in Metairie, US.
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