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Jun 2024
Nectir — Creating the Classroom of the Future
Born from the innovation-rich corridors of UC Santa Barbara, Nectir is not just another edtech platform; its a movement, reimagining what the future of education holds.
What is Nectir? We create AI-enabled classroom backchannels that make teaching and learning easier. You can think of it as "Slack for schools" with a built-in “private-GPT” in each channel.
Unveiling the Core of Nectir:
24/7 Learning with Soma: Powered by GPT-4, Soma is every students AI companion, providing round-the-clock academic support tailored to individual needs. Say goodbye to time-zone constraints and hello to on-demand knowledge.
Ditch the Inbox, Embrace Nectir: For educators, Nectir is a breath of fresh air. Reduce the clutter of repetitive queries in your email. Instead, disseminate real-time information, gauge class engagement through actionable analytics, and nurture a thriving academic community.
Social Education Amplified: We champion collaborative learning. Every course gets its dedicated channel, turning passive learning into an engaging, interactive experience. Ask, answer, debate, discuss – amplify learning through genuine connections.
Future-Proofing Education: In an evolving job landscape, Nectir prepares students for the challenges ahead. Beyond academics, it’s about building networks, fostering soft skills, and cultivating a mindset of lifelong learning.
Why Nectir?
In a rapidly digitizing world, education cannot remain siloed. Nectir bridges the gap between traditional education and the evolving needs of the digital age. Were more than a platform; were a community. Together, lets redefine education by putting a community in every classroom.
Do you want Nectir in your classroom or campus? Get started today at https://www.nectir.io/
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May 2024
Automate your podcast. Transcribe episodes, identify speakers, generate chapters, descriptions, key points, viral moments, social posts, and a show website – all in seconds.
Investor
Apr 2024
All Madly Hadley Products are Vegan and Organic. We are an innovation driven company focused on creating delicious foods from whole plant-based ingredients with minimal processing.
Investor
Dec 2023
We believe that everyone should have access to play the beautiful game On Demand. The process of playing soccer can be a hassle, everything from finding enough players to play with and finding a field to play at makes it difficult for many to play the sport they love. With Plei, we allow soccer players to get out and play in just 2 clicks.
Soccer (Football) it the Global game, and we aim to build a global platform connecting soccer enthusiasts so that playing soccer can be as easy as ordering an Uber Driver. We partner with soccer facilities and provide them with a management system that allows for them to manage all aspects of their business under one platform.
Currently servicing 18+ cities across the United States. Our community of more than 250,000 players and 160+ soccer facilities is our passion.
Investor
Nov 2023
Clear Health is a digital skin health platform offering telemedicine diagnosis, prescription shipping, and modern skincare essentials for the 85 million Americans with chronic skin conditions, starting with a focus on chronic and severe acne.
The companys first offering is a seamless, asynchronous experience that lets patients get the highly regulated Accutane drug prescribed online and delivered, while reducing the admin load of physicians. Clear Health is bridging the skin health journey from the dermatologist office to the pharmacy + retail beauty store through a digital-first approach, driving convenience, affordability, and superior results for customers.
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Sep 2023
Gemist was founded to innovate the jewelry industry through technology, solving one important problem: it’s hard to sell jewelry online.
Backed by the word’s leading investors and jewelry experts such as De Beers Diamonds, Gemist is licensing our unique technology to allow jewelry brands to engage consumers in a more personal buying experience.
The modern jewelry consumer is craving better visualization models and the ability to try before they buy. Our Customize, Stack, and Try-On SaaS solutions are proven to answer this call, generating increased consumer engagement, conversion rates, average order values, and final mile sales as compared to industry standards.
Gemist technology works for jewelry brands of all sizes. Our trio of solutions were built to be customized and combined according to each brand’s unique needs, and can be seamlessly integrate into any company’s existing website and branding.
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Jul 2022
Batteries are growing in importance to our clean energy future and the issue of sustainable battery-waste management will become crucial. ReJoule is innovating on battery diagnostics to extract health data that does not exist outside of a lab environment. With this unprecedented data, electric vehicles and battery energy storage systems can be built more efficiently. Our technology can help enable a streamlined battery life cycle. Join us in our pursuit to maximize the value of every battery!
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Dec 2021
ZestBloom is a development company that focuses on applications of AI and blockchain. Both technologies have disruptive potential, but are difficult to integrate. We focus on pioneering infrastructure to train and run useful neural networks with on chain components. In our seed round, we raised over $1.5 million to develop our patent-pending NFT search engine, an IPFS caching service, creator tools for minting and airdropping, a white label marketplace, and embeddable sales tools. As one of the few companies focused on the intersection of smart contracts, blockchain data processing, and deep learning, we project dramatic growth from the synergism of these technologies. ZestBloom, Inc., is a Delaware C-corp that owns and develops the IP underpinning all services discussed. As a centralized service company, ZestBloom develops and licenses its software to other entities.
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Sep 2021
Recovered Health is on a mission to support local, independent community Pharmacy and professionals! We offer a talent marketplace to help connect Pharmacies to the right operating staff!
Investor
May 2021
DigiBuild is the trusted supply chain and material management software in construction. We use AI to help contractors and real estate developers save money, reduce risk, and improve project outcomes.
Here are some ways we can provide value in the project lifecycle:
1)Self Perform/Procure- The software does most of it for you. We help get the best material prices and keep the job on schedule.
2)Design/PreCon- We provide material price points and availability to choose ideal specs and schedule during development stages.
3)Construction Management- We have robust, customizable, easy to use workflows to manage subcontractors, suppliers, and the schedule.
4)Project Snapshots- Any time during the job, send us your material specs and quantities, well send back the typical pricing, lead times, VE options, specs, and any schedule clashes.
Backed by top investors: YCombinator, Cathexis Ventures, Picus Capital, Valhalla Ventures, Bluefield Capital, the cofounders of Plangrid and more.
Find, Order, Manage, Track, and capture Data on your materials with DigiBuild.
Customers can expect: reduced labor burden managing materials, big savings with better material pricing, improved project schedules, and helpful data insights.
Reach out for a quick introduction call today!
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Apr 2021
Welcome to Monday
Our brand is a pioneer in the non-alcoholic beverage category, a space projected to grow 31% by 2024, serving health conscious consumers a top-shelf cocktail experience with premium spirits offerings.
Monday’s spirits were created with the mindset that products should delight, not displease - made for those who want an adult beverage experience with zero downside. Monday pleases your palate and squashes social stressors, even on a Monday. It’s the option to enjoy when you want to take on life how you see fit, with no barriers and no excuses. To learn more, visit www.drinkmonday.co
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Apr 2021
Relay On Demand is an innovative technology company that matches truck drivers with trucking companies in real-time through a mobile/web enabled platform to create a more flexible and agile transportation industry. Relay provides truck drivers with the ability to perform "uber" style gig work when and how often they like. In addition, Relay gives trucking companies who use our OnDemand platform a competitive advantage by ensuring they always have a driver to keep their trucks rolling. Relay has a vision to revolutionize how truck drivers work together with trucking companies to provide better efficiency in a rapidly changing industry.
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Jan 2021
Univoice is the first language-learning platform that teaches languages exclusively through song. Supplementing traditional methods of language learning – categorical vocabulary, repetition of key words and phrases, listening comprehension, etc. – Univoice helps commit new and old vocabulary, grammar points, and patterns to long-term memory. It is the perfect learning companion for language students inside or outside of the classroom, as it is as addicting and engaging as it is educational. It prioritizes relevant vocabulary, proper language and slang, tying these elements together through gamification. Song by song, users will learn their target language via side-by-side lyric translations and assessments of their pronunciation accuracy.
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Jun 2024
Nectir — Creating the Classroom of the Future
Born from the innovation-rich corridors of UC Santa Barbara, Nectir is not just another edtech platform; its a movement, reimagining what the future of education holds.
What is Nectir? We create AI-enabled classroom backchannels that make teaching and learning easier. You can think of it as "Slack for schools" with a built-in “private-GPT” in each channel.
Unveiling the Core of Nectir:
24/7 Learning with Soma: Powered by GPT-4, Soma is every students AI companion, providing round-the-clock academic support tailored to individual needs. Say goodbye to time-zone constraints and hello to on-demand knowledge.
Ditch the Inbox, Embrace Nectir: For educators, Nectir is a breath of fresh air. Reduce the clutter of repetitive queries in your email. Instead, disseminate real-time information, gauge class engagement through actionable analytics, and nurture a thriving academic community.
Social Education Amplified: We champion collaborative learning. Every course gets its dedicated channel, turning passive learning into an engaging, interactive experience. Ask, answer, debate, discuss – amplify learning through genuine connections.
Future-Proofing Education: In an evolving job landscape, Nectir prepares students for the challenges ahead. Beyond academics, it’s about building networks, fostering soft skills, and cultivating a mindset of lifelong learning.
Why Nectir?
In a rapidly digitizing world, education cannot remain siloed. Nectir bridges the gap between traditional education and the evolving needs of the digital age. Were more than a platform; were a community. Together, lets redefine education by putting a community in every classroom.
Do you want Nectir in your classroom or campus? Get started today at https://www.nectir.io/
Investor
May 2024
Automate your podcast. Transcribe episodes, identify speakers, generate chapters, descriptions, key points, viral moments, social posts, and a show website – all in seconds.
Investor
Apr 2024
All Madly Hadley Products are Vegan and Organic. We are an innovation driven company focused on creating delicious foods from whole plant-based ingredients with minimal processing.
2023
Investor
Dec 2023
We believe that everyone should have access to play the beautiful game On Demand. The process of playing soccer can be a hassle, everything from finding enough players to play with and finding a field to play at makes it difficult for many to play the sport they love. With Plei, we allow soccer players to get out and play in just 2 clicks.
Soccer (Football) it the Global game, and we aim to build a global platform connecting soccer enthusiasts so that playing soccer can be as easy as ordering an Uber Driver. We partner with soccer facilities and provide them with a management system that allows for them to manage all aspects of their business under one platform.
Currently servicing 18+ cities across the United States. Our community of more than 250,000 players and 160+ soccer facilities is our passion.
Investor
Nov 2023
Clear Health is a digital skin health platform offering telemedicine diagnosis, prescription shipping, and modern skincare essentials for the 85 million Americans with chronic skin conditions, starting with a focus on chronic and severe acne.
The companys first offering is a seamless, asynchronous experience that lets patients get the highly regulated Accutane drug prescribed online and delivered, while reducing the admin load of physicians. Clear Health is bridging the skin health journey from the dermatologist office to the pharmacy + retail beauty store through a digital-first approach, driving convenience, affordability, and superior results for customers.
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