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Golden Seeds

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Flushing · Seed–Series A · 29 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Golden Seeds invests in women-led companies across diverse sectors including technology, healthcare, consumer, diagnostics, biometrics, wellness, sustainability, energy, digital innovation, and logistics. The firm believes innovation can thrive in every sector and seeks transformative opportunities wherever they emerge. Members participate actively in due diligence and remain engaged throughout the investment journey, combining financial and intellectual capital to advance women-led innovation and gender equity.

Invests inSector Agnostic

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Series A
HQ
Flushing, US
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2004
AUM
$200M
Tracked investments
23

Team · 29 people

from the firm's website
Jo Ann Corkran· Co-CEO and Managing Partner
Loretta McCarthy· Co-CEO and Managing Partner
Alana Lyons· Manager of Entrepreneur Relations
Alison Hart· Director of Finance
Harrison Stiles· Manager of Membership & Marketing
Kevin Silver· Investment Operations Specialist
Mary McCaffrey· Sector Leader Liaison
Matias Healy· Senior Analyst
Melissa Varela· Administrative Associate
Mirella Cicio· Director of Membership & The Knowledge Institute
Mollie Rice· Accounting Manager
Susanne Rehner· Silicon Valley Operations Consultant

What they invest in

from 20 of 23 portfolio companies

Healthtech ×7AI & Machine Learning ×5Consumer ×5Medical Devices ×5Hardware ×3SaaS ×3Cleantech ×2Deep Tech ×2

HQs:United States×4

Investments · 23 tracked

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Alcatraz AIalcatraz.ai

Alcatraz develops facial recognition technology for access control systems. The company uses AI to enable face-based authentication and building access.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareHardwareMountain View, US

Anaonoanaono.com

AnaOno designs and sells bras and breast forms for people recovering from breast surgery and for everyday wear. Founded by a breast cancer survivor, the company specializes in post-mastectomy intimates using sustainable materials.

ConsumerFemTechHealthtech

Dana Donofree

Avisi Technologiesavisitech.com

Avisi develops VisiPlate, a nanotechnology-enabled implant designed to lower intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma. The company is conducting a pivotal clinical trial (SAPPHIRE) to evaluate the device as a minimally-invasive treatment option.

Deep TechHealthtechMedical Devices

Bairitonebairitone.com

Bairitone develops a wearable patch-based system that maps airway vibrations to detect sleep apnea obstruction causes without MRI, X-ray, or ultrasound. The platform provides dynamic airway mapping and precision therapy guidance for sleep health providers and patients.

Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices

Breinifybreinify.ai

Breinify provides a personalization platform for B2C and D2C brands to test and launch targeted experiences across web, email, SMS, and app channels using proprietary temporal AI. The platform enables marketers to deploy strategies without IT involvement and optimize campaigns based on time, context, and user behavior patterns.

AI & Machine LearningMarketing TechSaaS

C3Dmaterialsc3dmaterials.com

C3D Materials develops an additive manufacturing platform called RX-AM™ that enables 3D printing of industrial-strength elastomeric parts, particularly thermoset polyurethane, using chemical reactions without melting or lasers. The company serves manufacturers and designers in industries requiring durable rubber components with custom geometries and offers both technology licensing and contract printing services.

Advanced ManufacturingHardwareNew Materials

Cadenzainnovationcadenzainnovation.com

Cadenza Innovation develops lithium-ion battery technology and energy storage systems for backup power, grid support, and renewable energy integration. The company serves utility-scale, commercial, industrial, residential, and telecom customers with modular battery systems designed for high safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

CleantechEnergyHardwareBridgeport, US

Christina Lampe-Onnerud(CEO)

Canvascanvas.build
Chromistechnologieschromistechnologies.com

Chromis Technologies manufactures custom amorphous fluoropolymers (CyclAFlor®) for advanced applications including semiconductor pellicles, optical coatings, gas separation membranes, and fuel cells. The company serves innovators in electronics, optics, photonics, clean energy, and environmental sustainability sectors.

CleantechNew MaterialsSemiconductors

Concertobioconcertobio.com

Concerto develops microbial ecology data and AI tools to engineer microbe-based products for consumer health applications including skincare, chronic disease, and nutrition. The company generates ecological datasets and machine learning models to predict microbial community behavior and improve real-world product efficacy.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechCambridge, US

Coolerheadscoolerheads.comin

Cooler Heads develops scalp cooling technology to prevent hair loss in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The company manufactures the Amma scalp cooling system for oncology clinics and hospitals.

HealthtechMedical Devices

Kate Dilligan(Founder & CEO)

Coraviemedicalcoraviemedical.com

CoraVie Medical develops an implantable blood pressure monitoring device that provides continuous, automatic measurement without cuffs or user intervention. The solution targets physicians and patients living with hypertension who need long-term cardiovascular monitoring to detect dangerous blood pressure patterns earlier.

Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices

Cuebriccuebric.com
Diesellabsdiesellabs.com

Diesel Labs provides synthetic focus groups and real-time audience intelligence for consumer research, marketing, and content strategy. The company uses AI-driven models to analyze curated data and conversation patterns.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerMarketing Tech

Anjali Midha(CEO)

Drinkdrydrinkdry.com

DRY Botanical Bubbly is a non-alcoholic beverage brand made with natural flavors and pure cane sugar. The company focuses on creating elevated drinks designed to bring people together.

ConsumerFoodTech

EliseAIeliseai.comin𝕏

EliseAI applies artificial intelligence to streamline operations in housing and healthcare, two industries historically resistant to technological transformation. The company serves apartments and healthcare providers seeking to optimize complex, labor-intensive workflows.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechPropTechSaaS

Minna Song(Co-founder and CEO)

Everybodyeatingeverybodyeating.com

Everybodyeating produces clean-ingredient crackers and snacks made with whole ingredients, free from seed oils and allergens, marketed to health-conscious consumers seeking certified non-GMO, gluten-free, and allergen-friendly options.

ConsumerFoodTech

Findminefindmine.com
Grasshoppergrasshopper.bank

Grasshopper provides digital banking services for small businesses and startups, offering business checking accounts, lines of credit up to $5 million, payment processing, and invoicing functionality integrated with accounting software. The platform delivers banking, lending, and account management tools designed to help growing businesses manage their finances from a single platform.

FintechSaaS

Inclusivvinclusivv.co

Inclusivv offers training programs and conversation guides to help organizations build trust and connection across differences through civility training, culture conversations, and facilitator development.

HR Tech

LInkosteoboost.com

Osteoboost is an FDA-cleared prescription device using vibration therapy to treat osteopenia in postmenopausal women, designed to slow bone loss and improve bone density without drugs. The technology delivers targeted mechanical stimulation to reduce vertebral and hip bone density and strength loss.

HealthtechMedical Devices

Mycnotemycnote.com

CNote is a cash management and fixed-income platform that connects institutional and individual capital to community financial institutions, including CDFIs and MDIs, to fund affordable housing, small business growth, and community development. The platform offers FDIC- and NCUA-insured deposits and fixed-income products designed to deliver competitive returns while supporting underserved communities.

FintechImpact & Social Good

Padsonarollpadsonaroll.com

Egal manufactures dispensed menstrual pads in roll format for schools, workplaces, and public venues, addressing menstrual equity and product accessibility. The company provides period products as an affordable alternative to vending machines, with custom or standard dispensers compatible with existing restroom infrastructure.

ConsumerFemTech

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Golden Seeds invest at?
Golden Seeds invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Golden Seeds focus on?
Golden Seeds focuses on Sector Agnostic.
Where is Golden Seeds located?
Golden Seeds is headquartered in Flushing, US.

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