• Throne

  Participated · Series A · Jul 2026

  Throne Science makes a discreet sensor that attaches to standard toilets and, combined with an AI-powered companion app, passively tracks bathroom habits to surface patterns in digestive health, hydration status, and urinary function. The company was founded in 2023, is based in Austin, Texas, and launched to consumers in March 2026. In July it introduced a beta Gut Health AI coach that lets users ask questions about their gut health data and receive personalized feedback. Throne has hired leaders from consumer wearable and health tech companies and added medical advisors and a chief of science to its team. Financially, Throne announced a $10 million Series A to support personnel growth and R&D. Its stated long-term mission is to develop the technology into a home-based continuous screener for early signs of colorectal cancer and cancers of the urinary tract.

• Skillmaker

  Participated · Seed · Jun 2026

  Skillmaker develops XR- and AI-powered immersive training programs aimed at shortening time-to-competency for skilled-trades workers. Its NAPA Autotech Xccelerator program, developed with NAPA Auto Care, has been commercially deployed in over 20 states and carries a five-year distribution agreement with Genuine Parts Company and NAPA. The company says its program can reduce training time for entry-level auto technicians from two years to 25 days. Skillmaker has also launched pilots with partners such as Black’s Tire & Auto Service and Southeastern Community College using AI-powered smart glasses. Founded in 2024 and based in Carolina Beach, Skillmaker has won regional awards including a Coastal Entrepreneur Award and a CED Venture Connect pitch contest in AI and machine learning. Following the seed round, the company plans to expand its platform into additional trades and grow its team.

• WorkHero

  Participated · Seed · Oct 2025

  WorkHero offers a software platform that automates core back-office functions—such as invoicing, permit pulling, rebate filing, warranty registration, and pricebook creation—for small heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning contractors. AI agents execute the repetitive workflows, while dedicated account managers with industry expertise oversee the work and coach contractors on finances and operations. The service aims to let business owners focus on field work rather than paperwork, and its functionality contributes to broader climate and electrification goals. With the newly raised capital, WorkHero plans to expand its engineering and product teams and introduce additional services like call answering and bookkeeping to round out a full suite of office operations. Although still early-stage, the company is positioning itself as an all-in-one administrative solution for the HVAC trade, reducing manual overhead and accelerating workflow efficiency.

• Monaire

  Participated · Seed · Mar 2024

  Monaire provides predictive HVAC and refrigeration (HVAC/R) maintenance and energy-management solutions using AI and wireless sensors. The software continually monitors HVAC/R system performance, detects problems, diagnoses issues, and automatically dispatches vetted technicians to make repairs. The company sells a combination of proprietary sensors and AI-driven monitoring and dispatch software to commercial building owners. Monaire plans to continue developing its proprietary sensors and AI technology and to expand into additional markets across the United States. Financially, the company recently closed a $3.5M Seed financing to support product development and market expansion. Monaire was founded in 2022 by Nishant Kanapilly and Rahul Subramany in Boston, MA.

• Elephant Energy

  Participated · Seed · Dec 2022

  Elephant Energy provides a home electrification platform that combines building science expertise with proprietary technology to help homeowners and contractors upgrade appliances to modern electric systems. The company’s core product guides appliance electrification decisions and installations to lower residential carbon emissions. Founded in 2021 by DR Richardson and Josh Lake, Elephant Energy currently serves the Boulder–Denver metro area and plans additional market openings in 2023. The company intends to use recent funding to accelerate product development and hire staff to support geographic expansion within and beyond Colorado. Its stated mission is to electrify everything, starting with homes. No revenue or user metrics were disclosed in the article.

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