• OROS Labs

  Participated · Series B · Apr 2024

  OROS Labs builds Solarcore®, a polymer aerogel–based insulation material that the company says is the world’s lowest thermally conductive solid and is designed for durability and versatility across many product categories. Solarcore® targets applications from cold-weather apparel to structures, packaging, and aerospace/space thermal management, claiming benefits in heat retention, reduced weight, and improved transport and setup efficiencies. The company highlights dual-use demand and strategic partnerships with consumer footwear brands (Merrell, L.L. Bean) and the U.S. Department of Defense, including work to upgrade Army cold-weather tactical shelters. OROS emphasizes commercialization through expanded manufacturing, scaled product offerings, and continued research and development. The company has also recruited an experienced leadership and advisory team from industry and defense backgrounds to support growth.

• Wheel the World

  Participated · Safe · Mar 2023

  Wheel the World operates a travel-technology platform that aggregates and verifies detailed accessibility information for hotels, tours, and transportation services. Its core product pairs booking tools with a proprietary database covering more than 8,000 travel services across 150+ global destinations, allowing wheelchair users and other travelers with disabilities to reserve accommodations that genuinely meet their needs. The company’s Accessibility Verified program audits properties on-site to capture structured data points such as doorway widths, bed heights, and bathroom configurations. With fresh Series A capital, management plans to expand this verification program throughout the United States and Europe while embedding AI to accelerate data capture, validation, and distribution. Ultimately the team aims to make accessibility data as standard in travel as pricing and availability. Including the latest infusion, Wheel the World has secured $11 million in Series A financing to fund these initiatives.

• OYA Femtech Apparel

  Participated · Seed · Jan 2023

  Oya Femtech Apparel produces athletic performance wear engineered to support feminine health, including physician‑tested, athlete‑approved, patent‑pending leggings. Its products use antimicrobial fabrics that are BPA-, PFA- and PFOA-free. Product development was supported by over 60 medical professionals and 200 product testers. The line is designed and primarily manufactured in Los Angeles, CA. Led by CEO Mitchella Gilbert, the company sells performance wear with a focus on clinical validation and athlete feedback. Oya raised funding to accelerate growth and expand operations.

No current team members are available.