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U-Start is workflow software for angel groups and syndicate leads to source, run diligence on, and close co-investments, offering a shared pipeline, diligence checklists, syndicate allocation tracking and investor updates.
Source: firm website, verified Oct 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 6 of 7 portfolio companiesConsumer ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2New Materials ×2Robotics ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Biotech ×1Cleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1
HQs:United States×3Canada×2France×1
Investments · 7 tracked
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Arylla produces invisible ink tags using nanotechnology that can be applied to fashion products and read via smartphone to enable authentication, traceability, and personalized customer experiences.
Advanced ManufacturingDirect to ConsumerIoTNew MaterialsRoboticsKitchener, CA
Perry Everett(Business Development)inBenjamin Rasera(Founder)inGraham Thomas(Founder)in
Co-investorsY CombinatorCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)VTF CapitalAgrolimen VenturesOriza Holdings
C16 Biosciences produces high-value lipid ingredients using fermentation of naturally occurring microorganisms for manufacturers of beauty, personal care, home care, and food products.
BiotechCleantechClimate TechConsumerHealthtechNew MaterialsNew York City, US
Shara Ticku(CEO)inDavid Heller(Founder)inHarry McNamara(Founder)in
BoardAndrew Shumaker(He resigned as a Director effective November 20, 2018.)
Co-investorsBreakthrough Energy VenturesDCVC (Data Collective)Dorm RoomE12 Venture Capital, LlcEvolution VC PartnersG Ventures+20 more
Freeda provides AI-assisted quality control for construction plans, reviewing architectural and engineering documents against project-specific regulations and standards.
AI & Machine LearningConstruction TechSaaSParis, FR
Charles Albert Desbaux(Founder)inPeter Starr(CEO)in
Co-investorsBrick Mortar VenturesFrstAlvenEndeavor Catalyst
MoFE creates immersive experiences using virtual reality and 3D spatial sound design for both in-person and online audiences.
ConsumerMedia & EntertainmentTravel & HospitalityNew York City, US
David Askaryan(Founder)in
Co-investorsY CombinatorFrontier VenturesGoAhead VenturesNeptuno FundOne Way VenturesSandwith Ventures, LLC+1 more
Polly is a polling application that lets users create and share multiple-choice surveys on Snapchat, Instagram, and other social platforms.
ConsumerSocialSan Francisco, US
Ranidu Lankage(CEO)inVicc Alexander(Founder, Head of Mobile \u0026 Design)inJames Zhang(Founder)inAdam Carmel(Founder)
Co-investorsY Combinator500 Global8VCAmplify PartnersAndrew ChenBase10 Partners+14 more
SRTX develops materials and software tools for textile manufacturing, with an initial product line of hosiery made from high-strength polymers.
Advanced ManufacturingRoboticsMontreal, CA
Katherine Homuth(CEO)inMichael Woodworth(Vice President Technology)Sam Colby(Head of People)Elana Szemenyei(People Operations)
Co-investorsSeraph GroupY CombinatorAbstract VenturesAperture Venture CapitalArcTern VenturesBDC Venture Capital+19 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has U-Start made?
- U-Start has 7 tracked investments.
- What sectors does U-Start focus on?
- U-Start focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Consumer, Healthtech.
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