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Mar 2024
The Community for Pittsburgh Ultimate is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that promotes and organizes Ultimate Frisbee for all ages in the Greater Pittsburgh area, including Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Lawrence, Westmoreland, and Washington counties.
Investor
2024
Our Vision
IEP&Me foresees a world in which learning disabilities are no longer a barrier to entry, but rather a different path, to achieving a life of one’s choosing.
Our Mission
IEP & Me ensures every student can achieve academically regardless of their disability by providing an online platform that seeks to empower students to take control of their learning through an individualized learning and advocacy plan. IEP & Me supports students, teachers and families throughout the special education process, seeking to create transparency, clarity, and ease so that students can be lifelong learners and valuable members of society.
Investor
2024
Hive Wealth is a community-first mobile app that helps people grow their wealth and leave a legacy for future generations.
We believe that transparent, shame-free conversations about money are the first step to gaining financial freedom. Guided by our mission to close the racial, gender, and generational wealth gap, we’re here to give everyone the tools they need to grow — and to create a vibrant financial future for everyone.
Join the Hive today:
Apple Store ➡ https://lnkd.in/emCkM-g5
Google Play Store ➡ https://lnkd.in/ekh7CK9j
Investor
2024
Hi, We’re BrightUp!
We’re not your average financial wellness company.
BrightUp believes that your wealth doesn’t equate to your worth or your potential. Wherever you are on your financial journey, we’re here to help.
You’ll get access to compassionate capital and helpful tools and resources you can actually use to improve your net worth and your self-worth.
Investor
2024
Kloopify is a sustainable procurement platform that empowers businesses to make informed and responsible decisions to drive sustainability, comply with changing regulatory requirements, and reduce the supply chain’s environmental impact. We provide comprehensive data, analytics, and visibility into the environmental impact of purchases at a granular SKU level while incorporating suppliers ESG risk assessments. With our extensive database businesses can analyze and reduce emissions across their global supply chain without compromising price or quality. Kloopify sets itself apart by delivering actionable insights, customized strategies, and streamlined processes integrating sustainability, regulatory compliance, and ESG risk management into current procurement workflows.
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2024
The Folklore Group owns and operates The Folklore and The Folklore Shop. The Folklore (thefolklore.com) is a global membership community for independent brands to learn, connect, and sell. The Folklore Shop (shop.thefolklore.com) is the premier e-commerce destination for conscious consumers to discover and shop the greatest selection of sustainable, diverse, and innovative global brands.
The Folklores membership community provides global brands with technology, education, and community resources to grow their business and enable retailers and service providers to collaborate better with brands. The company’s software and marketplace technology help global brands manage and grow their consumer and wholesale businesses, source talent, and access capital, while enabling retailers and service providers to discover and work with a more diverse and global network of brands. In addition to technology, brands have access to educational content and community events designed to help navigate their business from inception through the growth stage.
The Folklore Shop is an e-commerce platform for the conscious consumer. We provide customers with access to discover contemporary, independent brands from over 40 countries that align with our mission to promote sustainability, diversity, and innovation. Global customers can browse products and brands by country, the founder’s race and gender identity, and business practices to support the communities and values they cherish most. The Folklore Shop makes it easier and more cost effective to order and receive products from independent brands located in emerging global markets like Africa, South America, Asia, and the Caribbean, while also introducing you to local brands located right in your backyard. We feature curated shopping edits of men’s and women’s fashion, beauty, home, kids & baby, and lifestyle products.
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2024
Rosarium Health is a platform that facilitates home modifications (renovations) to help households improve their health outcomes and age in place. We build then enable integrated networks of service providers nationally that serve individuals, payors, providers, and non-profits. We offer two products: a marketplace for home modifications and an ancillary benefit for payors/ACOs.
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2024
We build modern central banking infrastructure that powers resilient and inclusive financial markets. EMTECH software as a service (SaaS) powers the Digital Currency, Compliance, Supervision, Development and Management of Banking Infrastructure.
EMTECHs Beyond Suite includes: Beyond Sandbox, Beyond Cash, Beyond Compliance, Beyond Supervision, e-Wallets for Digital Currency Transactions, & Customizable APIs for development
EMTECH was recently awarded the Platinum Award for CBDC Innovation by Independent Analyst Group Juniper Research.
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2024
LunchTable is the first fan activation and engagement platform designed to mobilize your fans into digital brand ambassadors that boost your brand, marketing, and sales efforts.
Problem: Traditional fan engagement methods struggle to keep fans actively interested beyond game day. This leads to declining attendance, decreased merchandise sales, and a disconnect between fans and teams.
Value Creation: LunchTable solves this by creating a fan activation platform that uses gamification, exclusive content, and two-way interaction. This turns casual fans into passionate advocates, boosting social media engagement, brand loyalty, and valuable data insights for teams (e.g., fan preferences, sponsorship opportunities).
Value-Add
● Year-Round Fan Activation and Engagements
○ Sustained Excitement
○ Stronger Brand Loyalty
○ Community Building
● Visibility for Sponsors
○ Increased Exposure
○ Creative Brand Integration
○ Authentic Association
● Attendance (Tickets and Merchandise Sales)
○ Targeted Promotions
○ Merchandising Opportunities
○ Demand Generation
● Data-Driven Insights
○ Personalized Experiences
○ Strategic Decision Making
○ Informed Marketing Campaigns
Investor
2024
We partner with apartment complexes to provide a resident home management app and dedicated personal assistant team for each building. From coming home to groceries in the fridge, laundry & dry-cleaning done, a clean home, errands run and more, residents truly experience luxury. Learn more at pleaseassistme.com.
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2024
Through our youth program management software, AfterSchool HQ aims to connect youth with engaging after-school and summer learning programs. Our registration and management tools allow schools and providers to collect payment, take attendance, message parents, and track impact; and the platform enables parents to find, register, and pay for activities – all in one centralized location. By making activity programs more accessible, AfterSchool HQ is working towards our vision of a world where every child has the opportunity to explore their interests and discover what ignites their passions.
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2024
Board Member
Mar 2024
The Community for Pittsburgh Ultimate is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that promotes and organizes Ultimate Frisbee for all ages in the Greater Pittsburgh area, including Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Lawrence, Westmoreland, and Washington counties.
Principal
Feb 2024
Black Tech Nation Ventures (BTN.vc) is a Pittsburgh-based, national fund that aims to invest in primarily in U.S.-based technology companies. We focus on funding tech start-ups founded by Black and/or diverse entrepreneurs with significant diversity in their leadership teams. Our overall goal is to use our dollars, platform, and community to generate wealth for underrepresented founders in tech. //BTN.vc has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and TechCrunch for its investment thesis.
Investor
2024
Our Vision
IEP&Me foresees a world in which learning disabilities are no longer a barrier to entry, but rather a different path, to achieving a life of one’s choosing.
Our Mission
IEP & Me ensures every student can achieve academically regardless of their disability by providing an online platform that seeks to empower students to take control of their learning through an individualized learning and advocacy plan. IEP & Me supports students, teachers and families throughout the special education process, seeking to create transparency, clarity, and ease so that students can be lifelong learners and valuable members of society.
Investor
2024
Hive Wealth is a community-first mobile app that helps people grow their wealth and leave a legacy for future generations.
We believe that transparent, shame-free conversations about money are the first step to gaining financial freedom. Guided by our mission to close the racial, gender, and generational wealth gap, we’re here to give everyone the tools they need to grow — and to create a vibrant financial future for everyone.
Join the Hive today:
Apple Store ➡ https://lnkd.in/emCkM-g5
Google Play Store ➡ https://lnkd.in/ekh7CK9j
Investor
2024
Hi, We’re BrightUp!
We’re not your average financial wellness company.
BrightUp believes that your wealth doesn’t equate to your worth or your potential. Wherever you are on your financial journey, we’re here to help.
You’ll get access to compassionate capital and helpful tools and resources you can actually use to improve your net worth and your self-worth.
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