Investments
Miso Robotics
Miso Robotics is a pioneering company in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics for the foodservice industry. Founded in 2016, they are best known for their flagship product, Flippy, an AI-powered robotic kitchen assistant capable of cooking burgers and frying foods. The company has expanded its product line to include Flippy 2, CookRight, and Sippy, addressing various automation needs in commercial kitchens. Miso Robotics has partnered with major fast-food chains like White Castle and CaliBurger to implement their technology.
Latest Valuation: As of their Series E funding round in 2022, Miso Robotics was valued at approximately $500 million.
Boxabl
Boxabl is an innovative construction technology company founded in 2017. They have developed a unique building system that allows for the mass production of modular homes in a factory setting. Their flagship product, the Casita, is a 375-square-foot studio apartment that can be shipped flat-packed and set up in about an hour. Boxabl aims to revolutionize the housing industry by providing affordable, quickly deployable, and eco-friendly housing solutions.
Latest Valuation: An exact valuation is not publicly available, Boxabl has raised over $100 million in crowdfunding and has a waitlist of reportedly over 100,000 potential customers.
&Ava
&Ava (also known as Ava) is a communication technology company founded in 2014. Their app uses artificial intelligence to provide real-time captioning and transcription services for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The technology can distinguish between different speakers and works across various platforms and settings, from one-on-one conversations to large group meetings. Ava has been recognized for its innovative approach to accessibility and has won several awards in the field.
Latest Valuation: Specific valuation information is not publicly available, but the company has raised over $20 million in funding since its inception.
Webjoint
Webjoint is a software company specializing in solutions for the cannabis industry. Founded in 2014, they offer a comprehensive platform that includes point-of-sale systems, inventory management, delivery logistics, and compliance tools. Their white-label solution allows cannabis businesses to create custom-branded online storefronts while leveraging Webjoint's powerful backend infrastructure. The company has become a significant player in the cannabis tech space, serving dispensaries and delivery services across multiple states.
Latest Valuation: Specific valuation information is not publicly available, but the company has shown steady growth in line with the expanding legal cannabis market.
PhorMed
PhorMed is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative genomic medicine solutions. Founded in 2015, they specialize in gene therapy approaches to treat a variety of serious diseases, including Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Parkinson's disease, and various viral infections. Their research involves cutting-edge techniques in gene editing and targeted drug delivery. PhorMed's work represents a significant step forward in personalized medicine and has the potential to revolutionize treatment for previously intractable conditions.
Latest Valuation: Specific valuation information is not publicly available.