Participated · Seed · Oct 2025

Cylerity applies artificial intelligence and machine-learning models to analyze healthcare insurance claims, predict reimbursement amounts, and instantly advance capital to providers. By shortening the months-long payment cycle to less than a day, the platform eases providers’ cash-flow constraints and lets them focus on patient care rather than collections. Its technology incorporates real-time receivables valuation and anomaly detection to price risk and identify underpayments. The company monetizes by charging a fee on the funds it advances, positioning itself as a financial intermediary rather than a traditional lender. Customer testimonials highlight its role in stabilizing payroll and supply costs during the pandemic. With fresh funding, Cylerity intends to grow its engineering and data-science teams and broaden partnerships with provider networks nationwide. The business is currently backed by several healthcare-focused and regional venture firms and has secured a dedicated debt facility to scale transaction volumes.

Led · Seed · Oct 2025

Pavewise develops a cloud-based platform designed to boost efficiency and compliance across road construction projects. The software blends production tracking, analytics, compliance automation, and granular weather data to turn unpredictable job-site conditions into actionable insights. Contractors use Pavewise to minimize downtime, avoid costly rework, reduce regulatory risk, and improve overall profitability. Led by co-founder and CEO Bryce Wuori, the Bismarck, ND company targets field crews and project managers who need real-time visibility into every stage of a paving job. The firm plans to invest heavily in sales, marketing, and crew acquisition to accelerate its go-to-market strategy following its latest capital raise. No operating metrics such as revenue or user count were disclosed in the article.

Participated · Equity · Apr 2025

EDEN builds a digital sales enablement platform for the home services industry, centered on its EDEN Instant Quote product. The Instant Quote leverages a proprietary U.S. building-stock database to produce precise load calculations, tailored equipment matches, instant pricing and rebate breakdowns for individual homes. The company says the simple online purchase experience doubles close rates for contractors. Since its official launch in 2024, EDEN Instant Quote has helped contractors sell over $9 million in equipment installation sales. EDEN positions its technology to help contractors offer energy-efficient solutions and promote sustainability. Founded in 2021 and based in Seattle, the company plans to build on the new funding to accelerate product adoption and growth.

Participated · Seed · Feb 2025

Gripp provides a mobile-first platform that enables farmers to digitize operations through a QR-based mobile system that tracks operational activities and conversations, manages equipment, and preserves critical operational knowledge. The company is led by CEO Tracey Wiedmeyer and launched out of the DIAL Ventures studio at Purdue University. Gripp has demonstrated market validation with zero churn across more than 70 agricultural operations since launching in 2023. It raised $1.5M in Pre-Seed funding to support growth. The company intends to use the funds for product development based on direct farmer feedback, sales and marketing programs, and strategic partnerships with agricultural organizations and trusted farm advisors. Gripp is based in Indianapolis, IN.

Led · Seed · Jul 2024

Digital Iron offers an AI-driven platform for heavy machinery dealerships that leverages advanced AI models trained on diverse data sources to deliver intelligent diagnostics and efficient parts sourcing. The platform integrates users' machinery manuals, CRM data, and ERP systems to create a centralized source of data. Its tools aim to reduce equipment downtime, improve operational efficiency, and increase revenue through proactive parts sales and enhanced customer service. The company was co-founded by CEO Ciaran Gillen and Salina Brown. Digital Iron recently completed a funding round to support product development and growth. The company plans to use the proceeds to further develop its technology, expand the team, and scale operations to meet demand from dealerships worldwide.