J.P. Keating

General Partner at proChain Ventures

📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 24 investments📅 10 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2026𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
VC🌍 United States20+ investments
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2026
FlipThrough is an agentic agreement management and negotiation platform built for modern procurement. Powered by autonomous agents, FlipThrough supports procurement teams and organizations of all sizes in managing vendor agreements efficiently. With a strong focus on data privacy and security, FlipThrough is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2 Type 2 standards, enabling procurement, legal, and IT teams to make informed decisions with confidence.
Investor
2026
Overroute helps enterprise freight teams reduce manual coordination work and improve key decisions behind every load. Built in collaboration with J.B. Hunt, Overroute supports logistics operators as they manage exceptions, coordinate updates, and keep freight moving through complex networks.
Investor
2026
Tangible Scientific is redefining R&D operations for modern drug discovery, combining physical sample management & logistics with digital intelligence to shorten cycle times, reduce wasted effort, and improve the probability of success across the R&D lifecycle. We orchestrate the secure storage, handling, reformatting, and rapid movement of customer compounds, with access to local service providers. The company’s tech-enabled platform unifies compounds, data, and decision-making into a single, automated pipeline—reducing turnaround times from weeks to days, eliminating coordination bottlenecks, and improving the accuracy and reproducibility of results.
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2026
We are building the #1 platform for the simple and efficient exchange of data about global transport network nodes and any kind of own locations to enable future autonomous processes.
Investor
2026
We are using digital twin technology to develop a low-cost alternative to machine vision which will allow for the cost-effective rollout of mass automation. We are starting with warehouse robotics where we are consolidating a suite of legacy logistics software into our next-generation controller.
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2025
SeerAI is a seed-stage startup working on a next-generation cloud-native platform for spatiotemporal analytics and data fusion. We are a remote-first company offering competitive salary with a flexible, friendly work environment. Innovation will fuel our company’s success; SeerAI will offer all employees a portion of their time to spend on personal research projects to that end. We seek to hire a diverse team of creative people that aren’t afraid to learn new things or step out of their comfort zone. Team members are encouraged to freely speak their minds and hold leadership accountable to the same level of transparency. Our platform is up and running today and we are looking to expand our core engineering team to accelerate our development.
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2025
MightyFly is remaking the future of logistics via large autonomous cargo aircraft. We’re building patent-pending, autonomous, eVTOL aircraft with a cargo capacity of up to 500 pounds, range of 600 miles, and speed of 150 mph to provide rapid and efficient package transport for businesses and governments.
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2024
Stargazr is an extended planning and analysis (xP&A) simulation software, improving the analysis and planning approach from historical perspective towards predictive and actionable insights. Use Stargazr to receive insights about your business drivers and get recommendations on solving bottlenecks in your financials and operation. By applying AI-based approaches, Stargazr will recommend cost savings for your company and improve your EBIT. Our software complements your existing tech stack and can go live within days.
Teeny Tiny Investor
2024
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core. OpenAI is dedicated to putting that alignment of interests first — ahead of profit. To achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. Our investment in diversity, equity, and inclusion is ongoing, executed through a wide range of initiatives, and championed and supported by leadership. At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.
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2024
The FuelX Innovation, Inc. (“Fuel X”) mission is to lead the establishment of solid-state hydrogen materials and systems industry for energy storage and power conversion markets. For more information contact: info@fuelx.tech
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Jan 2023
Fin - Zero Emissions Last Mile Delivery and Logistics Were a zero emissions leading logistics delivery company revolutionising the middle and last mile logistics landscape. At Fin logistics, we understand the criticality of the last mile in the supply chain. We specialize in providing zero emissions seamless and swift delivery solutions that ensure goods reach their destinations on time, every time. Leveraging advanced technologies and data-driven approaches, we optimize delivery routes, streamline operations, and provide real-time tracking for complete transparency. What sets us apart is our customer-centric approach. We believe that exceptional customer service is the key to building long-lasting partnerships. Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to understand our clients unique requirements and tailor our services to meet their specific needs. Whether its next-day or same-day deliveries, we have the flexibility and expertise to deliver outstanding results. Sustainability is at the core of our operations. As a responsible last-mile delivery company, we only use zero emissions vehicles and e-cargo bikes. Were making cities for living. Building a sustainable logistics network and offering middle mile and last mile logistics using an all electric fleet. Faster, greener, more affordable last mile logistics. Were changing the world by building the future of logistics using e-cargo bikes and electric vans
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2023
With the Patented Laundris Autonomous Inventory Management System you will always: Know where your assets such as linens are in real-time (location, lifecycle, pilferage). Optimize spending to reduce labor & PAR needs. Automate the re-ordering and replenishment process.
Investor
2023
Arvist transforms warehouse operations by harnessing the power of AI and Computer Vision to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient logistics. Our autonomous platform seamlessly integrates with your existing cameras, sensors, and WMS data, eliminating the need for costly overhauls while driving immediate impact. With a focus on quality control, safety, and productivity, Arvist empowers 3PLs, manufacturers, and warehousing leaders in food and beverage and pharmaceuticals to achieve new heights in operational excellence. Our AI solutions detect real-time damage, ensure shipment accuracy, and enforce compliance with pinpoint precision—pushing your Perfect Order Index (POI) beyond 99.99%. From optimizing pick paths to monitoring facility occupancy and spotting defective goods in milliseconds, we ensure every process runs at peak performance. With flexible, hardware-agnostic technology, we bring the power of automation without disrupting your setup. At Arvist, we believe in making complex technology accessible, keeping operations running effortlessly while cutting labor costs and boosting efficiency. Ready to elevate your warehouse into the future? Welcome to smart, adaptable, and relentless innovation—welcome to Arvist.
Investor
2023
Simporters AI software automates your new product research, including White Space Exploration, Prelaunch forecasting, marketing simulations, and product monitoring. The tool increases prediction accuracy and new product success for large Consumer Packaged Goods brands.
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2026
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2026
FlipThrough is an agentic agreement management and negotiation platform built for modern procurement. Powered by autonomous agents, FlipThrough supports procurement teams and organizations of all sizes in managing vendor agreements efficiently. With a strong focus on data privacy and security, FlipThrough is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2 Type 2 standards, enabling procurement, legal, and IT teams to make informed decisions with confidence.
Investor
2026
Overroute helps enterprise freight teams reduce manual coordination work and improve key decisions behind every load. Built in collaboration with J.B. Hunt, Overroute supports logistics operators as they manage exceptions, coordinate updates, and keep freight moving through complex networks.
Investor
2026
Tangible Scientific is redefining R&D operations for modern drug discovery, combining physical sample management & logistics with digital intelligence to shorten cycle times, reduce wasted effort, and improve the probability of success across the R&D lifecycle. We orchestrate the secure storage, handling, reformatting, and rapid movement of customer compounds, with access to local service providers. The company’s tech-enabled platform unifies compounds, data, and decision-making into a single, automated pipeline—reducing turnaround times from weeks to days, eliminating coordination bottlenecks, and improving the accuracy and reproducibility of results.
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2026
We are building the #1 platform for the simple and efficient exchange of data about global transport network nodes and any kind of own locations to enable future autonomous processes.
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