Josephine Collective

Cashdrop provides selling tools that let creators, restaurants, and local businesses launch product "drops" and share links to sell directly.

Creator EconomyE-commerceRetail Tech

Ruben Flores-Martinez(Founder)in

Co-investorsFOFounder CollectiveKOKombo VenturesVAValor Equity PartnersHAHarlem CapitalHAHarlem Capital PartnersLOLong Journey Ventures+3 more

Character sells "do-it-with-me" home improvement kits for projects such as faucet and showerhead installation, bundling supplies with how-to videos and text-based access to a support team.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)CICityPark InvestmentsCOConnetic VenturesGRGROOVE CAPITALPUPurple Sage VenturesSASandalphon Capital+3 more

Coologics develops a drug-free medical device designed to treat vaginal yeast and bacterial infections through controlled cooling technology.

FemTechMedical DevicesGrove City, US

KLKimberly Langdon M.D.(Founder)inKLKimberly Langdon(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardGregory Hickman(Director)Dale C. Hunt(Director)Timothy Bledsoe(Director)

Co-investorsILIllinois VenturesJUJumpStart EquityPRPrevail Venture Capital

WordPress.com provides managed WordPress hosting with unmetered bandwidth, security features, and a global CDN, along with domain registration, website building tools, newsletters, and blogging.

Cloud ComputingCreator EconomySaaS

EeroQ is building quantum computers using single electrons trapped on superfluid helium and standard CMOS chip fabrication, aiming for a scalable large-scale quantum computer based on the electrons' magnetic spin states.

Deep TechHardwareQuantum Computing

Nick Farina(CEO)inDFDavid Ferguson(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsALAlumni VenturesB B Capital GroupB4B4 CapitalCACalibrate VenturesPRPropellant VenturesVCVCapital

Every Body Eat makes allergen-friendly snacks such as crackers and thins using whole ingredients, with certifications including non-GMO, gluten free, kosher, and seed-oil free.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech

TTTrish Thomas(Co-founder)NWNichole Wilson(Co-founder)

Co-investorsCLCleveland AvenueGOGolden Seeds

A fast-casual restaurant brand serving fresh, seasonal meals made with whole ingredients and no processed additives.

ConsumerFoodTechChicago, US

Kasia Bednarz(Founder)Britni DeLeon(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)

BoardDiamond Terry(Director)

Flora is a mobile app (iOS and Android) that identifies plants from photos, provides care guides and watering reminders, and hosts a community for plant owners.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerSocial

Co-investorsDIDipalo VenturesLOLongJump Ventures

Flow Medical develops technology for catheter-directed thrombolysis treatment of pulmonary embolism, aiming to improve precision in lytic medication dosing to reduce readmission rates.

Digital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesChicago, US

JPJonathan Paul(Co-Founder, Chief Scientific Officer)inOAOsman Ahmed(Co-Founder, Chief Medical Officer)in

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)EVEverywhere VenturesHAHARPER COURT VENTURESHAHarvard Business Angels of ChicagoTHThe Innovation Space

Ganance makes The Heir, a device that clips to existing watches using microsuction technology to collect health data without sacrificing style or requiring a smartwatch.

Advanced ManufacturingConsumerHardwareHealthtechIoTWellness & FitnessChicago, US

AOAlex Ocampo(Founder & CEO)inJRJason Reinhart(Co-Founder & Head of Growth)in

Co-investorsELElevate VenturesTETechstars

Gemist provides technology solutions for online jewelry retailers, offering customizable user experiences and tools designed to increase customer engagement and sales conversion.

E-commerceRetail TechSaaSLos Angeles, US

Madeline Fraser(Founder + CEO)inAMAnup Murarka(Co-Founder + CTO)inMarc Jacheet(Director)

BoardJulie Henley McNamara(Director)

Co-investorsENEntrada VenturesHAHawke VenturesINInterlock CapitalTHThe Artemis FundTRTribes VenturesCOCollide Capital

Globowl makes internationally-inspired, chef-crafted baby and toddler meals sold in recyclable glass jars, designed to introduce diverse flavors, varied textures, and small amounts of allergenic ingredients to infants.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechMiddletown, US

EBErica Bethe Levin(Founder)in

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)TETechstars

Hello Divorce offers hourly divorce mediation, with mediators who work with both parties to reach agreements that comply with state rules and avoid court.

ConsumerLegalTechMarketplacesSaaSAlameda, US

ELErin Levine(Founder)in

Co-investorsALAlumni VenturesCICitrine AngelsEVEvolution VC PartnersHOHouston Angel NetworkLILightbankSWSwizzle Ventures+1 more

Inspiro Tequila makes additive-free tequila crafted from only blue Weber agave, water, and yeast, positioned as a smooth, sippable spirit.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerNorthbrook, US

MSMara Smith(Founder)

Co-investorsINInvestBev

iSono Health develops an automated ultrasound system combined with artificial intelligence for breast imaging at the point of care, enabling standardized and accessible imaging across different healthcare settings.

AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthFemTechHealthtechMedical DevicesSan Francisco, US

SSShadi Saberi(co-founder & cto)inNRNeda Razavi(CEO & Chairwoman)in

BoardMJMichael Jin(Director)in

Co-investorsDRDraper AssociatesFOFoothill VenturesPLPlexo CapitalTRTransform Capital ManagementY Y Combinator

Joe and Bella designs and sells magnetic button-down shirts for men with adaptive features like one-handed fastening and stretch cuffs.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceHealthtechWellness & Fitness

JZJimmy Zollo(CEO & Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)IRIrishAngelsIUIU VenturesSASandalphon CapitalSCScaleGood Fund LP (powered by TELUS)THThird Act Ventures

Juxta develops a UPS (positioning system) that enables real-time location tracking and coordination for organizations across industries including defense, logistics, and manufacturing.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareIoTSector AgnosticSan Francisco, US

JFJohn Ferrara(Founder)in

Co-investorsAUAUTHENTIC VENTURESCRCRV (Charles River Ventures)DUDuke Capital PartnersPIPioneerY Y CombinatorBUBurst Capital+8 more

Juxta develops a positioning system using IMU sensors, simulation, and machine learning to track people and assets indoors, outdoors, underground, and off-grid.

Cloud ComputingDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareIoTLogistics & Supply Chain

John Ferrara

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)

Kadeya operates a closed-loop beverage system that autonomously bottles filtered water and flavored, sparkling, or branded drinks on demand at vending stations, then collects the reusable glass and stainless steel bottles for cleaning and reuse.

Circular EconomyCleantechClimate TechFoodTechHardwareWellness & FitnessChicago, US

MZManuela ZoninseininARAli Rose van OverbekeinAndrew Dunn(Director)

BoardZachary Smith(Director)

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)CLClocktower VenturesDIDipalo VenturesEVEvergreen Climate InnovationsGRGROOVE CAPITALHUHumans Of The Internet+6 more

Kidsy is an online retailer that sells discounted baby and children's products, including toys, strollers, furniture, and learning essentials, sourced from open-box, overstock, and returned inventory.

Circular EconomyConsumerE-commerceMarketplacesRetail TechChicago, US

STShraysi Tandon(Founder & CEO)

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)HUHustle FundREResponsibly VenturesRORogue Womens FundTRTribes VenturesIMImpellent Ventures+2 more

Liv Labs develops pelvic floor fitness products, including the Pippa® Resistance Spring, designed to improve pelvic floor strength for women.

FemTechHardwareHealthtechWellness & FitnessChicago, US

MRMelody Roberts(Founder)inCPCarly Price(Founder)inDMDr. Melissa Stendahl(PT, Co-leader)in

Co-investorsY Y CombinatorHAHarvard Management Company

LUWI is a women-led company developing sexual healthcare products, with a focus on contraception designed around pleasure.

ConsumerFemTechHealthtechWellness & Fitness

Co-investorsSWSwizzle Ventures

Materialize Bio develops a 3D manufacturing platform that processes natural biopolymers such as silk, collagen, chitosan, and alginate into complex shapes for medical and surgical applications.

BiotechMedical DevicesNew Materials

Co-investorsSPSparta Group

Biotechnology company using lab-cultivated fungi to convert construction and industrial waste into low-carbon raw materials.

Bolingbrook, US

JRJoanne Rodriguez(Executive Officer, Director)inColin Litow(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardAlyssa Bryan(Director)Garry Cooper, Jr.(Director)

Co-investorsALAlumni VenturesANAnthropocene VenturesCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)CLClosed Loop PartnersSEService Provider CapitalTETELUS Pollinator Fund for Good+1 more

Equilibria is a woman-owned wellness brand offering plant-based, science-backed supplements—centered on full-spectrum hemp, CBD, and low-dose THC—to address women's stress, sleep, and hormone health.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceFemTechWellness & Fitness

MCMarcy Capron(Co-founder)inCoco(Co-founder)

Co-investorsSASalveo CapitalSTStarting LineTHThe Players' ImpactHYHyde Park Angels

Oat Haus produces granola and granola butter products sold directly to consumers through an e-commerce store and in physical retail locations.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech

EKEric Katz(Founder)in

Co-investorsOVOvereasy Ventures

Pulse Charter Connect builds transportation software for organ transplant logistics, connecting transplant centers, procurement organizations, charter operators, and perfusion teams through a platform offering real-time aircraft availability, transparent pricing, and HIPAA-compliant communication.

HealthtechLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSChicago, US

LELaura Epstein(Founder & CEO)inMEMark Engelen(COO)inCTChris Tyler(CTO)in

Co-investorsSISimplex VenturesTETechstarsBEBelal Badat Ventures

Sanarai is an online platform that connects Spanish-speaking users with certified psychologists in Latin America (Mexico and Argentina) for remote emotional support and life coaching sessions via video call.

Digital HealthMental HealthWellness & Fitness

LELuis Emilio Suarez(Founder)in

Co-investorsLOLongJump VenturesRERed Swan Ventures

Science On Call provides IT support and managed services for restaurants, leveraging AI-powered automations to help resolve technology challenges and reduce operational costs.

Enterprise SoftwareFoodTechSaaSOak Park, US

AFAndy Freivogel(Co-Founder & CEO)inLCLuisa Castellanos(Co-Founder & COO)inKen Tsang(Co-Founder & CTO)in

Co-investorsBRBread And Butter Ventures, LlcCHCharlotte Angel FundCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)COConnetic VenturesGRGROOVE CAPITALLOLofty Ventures+9 more

Skylark Labs develops self-learning AI systems that operate on edge devices like drones and cameras, adapting to unforeseen scenarios without requiring retraining.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechRoboticsUS, US

Dr. Singh

Co-investorsCPCP VenturesKUKube VC

Small Wonder makes waterless powder-based shampoo and hair care products that activate in a patented refillable bottle, marketed to consumers seeking salon-grade results with lower environmental impact.

Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to Consumer

SFStephanie Farsht(Founder)in

Co-investorsCHChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)LALakewest Venture PartnersOCOcampo Capital

Tandem is a mobile app for couples to split and track shared expenses, coordinate joint to-do lists, curate purchase wishlists, and plan home purchases.

ConsumerFintechPropTech

Co-investorsBRBright VenturesCOCorazon CapitalGRGROOVE CAPITALIDID VenturesMIMichigan RiseSWSwizzle Ventures+1 more

Top Tier Lessons connects college athletes with families to provide sports instruction, handling scheduling, payments, and safety for both coaches and parents.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerMarketplacesSports TechChicago, US

CBCara Bognar(Founder)in

Co-investorsILIllinois VenturesMUMu VenturesM2M25

Work& designs, builds, and manages dedicated lactation and wellness rooms for corporate workplaces.

FemTechFuture of WorkHR TechWellness & FitnessHouston, US

Abigail Marks Donnell(Executive Officer, Director)ADAbbey Donnell(Founder)inJLJules Lairson(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsAGAggie Angel NetworkALAlumni VenturesCLClaritas CapitalTETexas HALO FundTHThe Artemis Fund