Venture Capital News
Follow the money to learn what’s new in the world of venture capital. This section features companies, organizations and people involved in funding, such as seed, Series A and Series B rounds, including VC firms, angel investors, crowdfunding sites, micro-investors and startups.
Gary S. Williams of Williams Asset Management Honored in Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors List for 2024
Williams Asset Management, an independent investment and financial planning firm in Howard County, Maryland, announced that its, CEO and President Gary Williams, CFP®, CRPC, AIF® has been named to Forbes’ Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for 2024. The list is published on Forbes.com. - April 18, 2024 - Williams Asset Management
Leasecake Announces $10 Million Series A Extension to Reinforce Market Leadership and Accelerate Growth
Leasecake, a leading provider of lease and location management solutions for multi-unit operators, has secured a $10 million Series A extension round led by PeakSpan Capital and Las Olas Venture Capital, along with support from Silicon Valley Bank. This funding reflects confidence in Leasecake's commitment to simplifying and safeguarding real estate operations for franchise and corporate entities. - April 11, 2024 - Leasecake
Liberty Tax Announces Expansion of Its Leadership Team
Liberty Tax announces Michael Miller as Chief Operating Officer. - March 29, 2024 - Liberty Tax
Occams Capital Partners Welcomes Seasoned Senior Banker to Its Capital Markets Advisory and Investment Banking Practice
Occams Capital Partners, an investment banking firm, announced the launch of its Capital Markets Advisory and Investment Banking Practice with the hiring of Aashish Makkar as President & Head. Makkar joins from EA Markets and has prior experience at Credit Suisse and UBS. He expressed his excitement about the launch and the team's dedication to client success. The firm offers Capital Markets and Strategic M&A Advisory services. - March 28, 2024 - Occams Advisory
ZeroOutages Enterprise SASE Solutions Redefines Connectivity for the Global Semiconductor Testing Leader – CIO Declares it a “Godsend”
R&D Altanova / Advantest, the premier global provider of test equipment manufacturing for the semiconductor industry praises ZeroOutages for improving their enterprise-wide connectivity and network security after implementing ZeroOutages' Enterprise SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions. - March 20, 2024 - ZeroOutages
Altitude Capital Group Announces Closing of $1 Million Equity Private Placement for Cardio Diagnostics, Inc.
Altitude Capital Group, LLC (“Altitude”), a member of FINRA and SIPC, and a premier full-service investment bank and securities broker-dealer based in Newport Beach, CA, announced the successful closing of an equity financing round totaling $1,000,000 for Cardio Diagnostics, Inc., a... - March 11, 2024 - Altitude Capital Group LLC
Altitude Capital Group Secures FINRA Approval, Strengthens Global Investment Services
Altitude Capital Group has received approval from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), marking a significant step forward in expanding its investment banking and securities brokerage services internationally. This approval enables Altitude to enhance its efforts in capital raising... - March 08, 2024 - Altitude Capital Group LLC
The Ambr Group Acquires Profound Commerce
Matt Salzberg joins as CEO, and Dan Epstein joins as CFO. - February 21, 2024 - The Ambr Group
Mark Marxer to be Featured on the Cover of the Top 100 Innovators & Entrepreneurs Magazine
Mark Marxer, Visionary Entrepreneur, Finance Leader, and TIGER 21 Chair, Unites Powerhouse Group of “Difference-Makers” from Sports, Entertainment, Finance & Beyond in an Extraordinary Mission to Change People’s Lives. - February 15, 2024 - Redwood Media Group Inc.
Earth & Sky Dwellings, a $20 Million Enchanted Investment Property in Asheville, NC, Goes on the Market
Earth & Sky Dwellings, a one-of-a-kind short term rental property located just outside Asheville, North Carolina, is now for sale. This enchanting estate, featuring 7 completed units and 13 under construction, is now available for purchase at a listing price of $20 million. - January 23, 2024 - Savvy STR Agents
First Patient Enrolled In Thrombolex’s RESCUE II Study – On-Table Pharmacomechanical Lysis Without Post-Procedural Infusion
Thrombolex, Inc. announced the enrollment of the first patient in the RESCUE II study using the BASHIR™ Endovascular Catheter for the treatment of acute intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism by Drs. Riyaz Bashir and Vladimir Lakhter, at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. - January 22, 2024 - Thrombolex, Inc.
Aurum Broadens Global Influence with Board of Directors Appointments
Aurum Equity Partners LLC, a premier private equity firm specializing in data center and digital infrastructure investments, is taking bold strides in its global expansion with the appointment of four distinguished industry leaders to its Board of Directors. This powerhouse team, comprising experts... - January 20, 2024 - Aurum Equity Partners
Thrombolex, Inc. Announces the New Bashir™ .035 Endovascular Catheters
Thrombolex, Inc., announces an expansion of the existing product line with the new BASHIR™ .035 and BASHIR™ S-B .035 Endovascular Catheters, which are comparable with an 0.035” guidewire. The BASHIR™ and BASHIR™ S-B Endovascular Catheters are 510(k) cleared for the treatment of acute pulmonary embolism (PE). - January 09, 2024 - Thrombolex, Inc.
ZeroOutages Adds Nationally Recognized Hoag Health Network & Arizona Radiology to Their Growing List of HIPAA Regulated Satellite Internet with Integrated SD-WAN Clients
ZeroOutages, an industry leader in global Satellite Internet, patented SD-WAN connectivity, and security solutions, helps their healthcare clients maintain HIPAA compliance through enhanced security measures built within their WAN gateway appliances and facilitates scalable bandwidth utilization across multiple broadband providers. Their dedication to stringent HIPAA compliance is exemplified through their successful client relationships with Hoag Health Network and Arizona Diagnostic Radiology. - January 03, 2024 - ZeroOutages
United Capital is Pleased to Announce an Offer of $2MM Debt Facility for a Global Technologies Company
United Capital sources an offering of $2MM to a global technology customer. - December 30, 2023 - United Capital Partners
Workshoppes Co-Working, a Visionary Co-Working Space Concept, Opens in North Brunswick, New Jersey
Workshoppes co-working, a visionary co-working space concept for providing accessible convenient workspace, is delighted to introduce its space in the heart of City of North Brunswick, NJ. This much-needed venture aims to redefine the way professionals work, fostering creativity, collaboration, and... - November 15, 2023 - Workshoppes, Inc.
Liquid Mining Names Castle Placement for Reg. D and Reg. A+ Offerings
Liquid Mining Inc. (“Company”), a Bitcoin mining operation based in Michigan, has named investment bank Castle Placement (“Castle” -www.castleplacement.com) as its exclusive placement agent to raise $30 million of equity to expand its operations using certified carbon-free... - November 08, 2023 - Liquid Mining Inc
NAPHIA Elects Executive Leadership
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association’s (NAPHIA) Board of Directors recently held its bi-annual election to appoint its executive officers to a two-year term of service. - November 02, 2023 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Boosting Austin’s European Presence
Austin’s venture scene just got an international boost. The Austin Venture Association (AVA) has joined forces with Linnify, an emerging European technology company. This alliance through AVA’s Business Membership Program is set to give, both startups and corporate spin-offs, serious support to become investor-attractive/friendly. - November 01, 2023 - Austin Venture Association
Yaletown Partners Select Novata to Advance ESG Data Collection
Bringing Yaletown on board further expands Novata’s client base reach into venture capital and marks the firm’s first Canadian client. Responsible investing principles are core to the ethos of Yaletown and form the foundation upon which it ensures that returns and investment decisions are driven by a commitment to people and the planet. Novata’s platform makes navigating ESG simple for private markets by prioritizing materiality, streamlining data collection and reporting, and driving action. - October 09, 2023 - Yaletown Partners
Retailer Demand Climbs for Fall Themed Produce
Goldenberry Farms® has announced a new sales and volume record with its Fall-season themed “Scarily Good” fruit lineup this month, building on the trend of seasonal display changeouts at grocers. - September 24, 2023 - Goldenberry Farms
Maitri Services Announces Launch of New Company
De-risk offshore resourcing with a US leadership team providing oversight for startups and small to midsize businesses. - September 14, 2023 - Maitri Services
Nuvem Expands Executive Leadership Team for Next Phase of Growth
Nuvem, the leader in delivering integrated pharmacy programs for healthcare providers, announces multiple additions to its executive leadership team to support the company’s next phase of growth. Key hires include: Jozef Jamrich as Chief Product Officer, Kelly Broder as General Counsel and... - September 08, 2023 - Nuvem
University of Arizona Veterinary Interns Join Fidotek; Next-Gen AI to Transform $120B Pet Industry
Fidotek Corp embraces UArizona Veterinary College "VetCats" to drive digital pet wellness. Patented next-gen AI accelerates animal drug discovery and field clinical trials, predictively diagnoses pet illnesses, optimizes pet health insurance. CEO & inventor Andy Gibbs underscores intern impact. Fidotek pioneers big data / AI for pet industry transformation. - August 16, 2023 - Fidotek Corp
Angel Investors in Fidotek Corp, a Next-Gen AI Startup, Receive 35% Investment Tax Credit
Angel Investment program, per A.R.S. § 41-1518, spurs early Arizona small business investments, granting tax credits to angel investors certified by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA). Fidotek, a patent leader in the high growth $120B pet industry, uses proprietary pet data to drive Next-Gen AI, transforming pet retail, veterinary care, diagnostics, clinical trials and pet health insurance. - August 16, 2023 - Fidotek Corp
Infamous Whiskey to Launch Kickstarter Campaign
Kickstarter aligns with both the artisan nature of distilling craft spirits and the distinctly creative side of the company’s executive management team. - August 16, 2023 - Infamous Whiskey
Chai - AI Company Announces $205 Million Valuation
Chai, the leading chat AI entertainment platform, announces $205 million valuation. The company plans to use latest round of funding to support their continued growth through training proprietary AI language models. - August 13, 2023 - Chai Research Corp
BDA Advises The PMI Group on Significant New Strategic Investment
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, The PMI Group, has received significant new strategic investment, from a blue-chip U.S.-based industrial holding company. The PMI Group, also known as Penn Manufacturing Industries, is a leading global provider of total end-to-end manufacturing... - August 10, 2023 - BDA Partners Ltd
BDA Advises Advantage Partners on Sale of Wavedash to Vivid Seats
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that the funds advised by its client, Advantage Partners, have agreed to sell WD Holdings, the holding company of Wavedash to Vivid Seats. - August 08, 2023 - BDA Partners Ltd
Why Insurance Companies Are Gravitating Towards the PathFree AiCart: an In-Depth Analysis Into Its Benefits
The PathFree AiCart is causing a sensation in the healthcare and insurance sectors, and for good reasons. Let's explore how this groundbreaking technology is changing the game in patient care, cost-effectiveness, risk management, and operational efficiency. Enhanced Patient Health and Proficiency... - July 13, 2023 - PathFree Technologies Corporation
PathFree Expansion LLC Announces Advancements Made by PathFree Technologies Corporation
PathFree Technologies Corporation, a medical device company, has developed patented devices that enhance safety and efficiency in healthcare. With a strong patent portfolio and significant market potential, the company aims to revolutionize the industry. Seeking $10M for manufacturing and operations, they project $100M in revenue by year three. The devices are poised to receive FDA clearance, offering a unique opportunity for growth in the global medical device market. - July 12, 2023 - PathFree Technologies Corporation
United Capital is Pleased to Announce the Completion of a $500k Line of Credit Facility for an AI-Driven Case-to-Nurse Matching Technology Customer
United Capital sources funding for health services technology customer. - June 30, 2023 - United Capital Partners
K. Charm Design to Host First Thursday's at Old Town Flowery Branch
handcrafted ceramics to be sold at First Thursday's at Old Town Flowery Branch. - June 28, 2023 - K. Charm Design
Fundraising Support Program for Early Stage Startups by FasterCapital
Many early stage startups are struggling with funding. To help pre-seed and idea stage startups worldwide, FasterCpital has launched its Idea to Product program. The program covers finding the right angel investors, approaching funding sources the right way, preparing pitching materials among many other services. - June 26, 2023 - FasterCapital
Builders + Backers and Heartland Forward Equip and Fund Nearly 100 New Entrepreneurs
Builders + Backers and Heartland Forward announced the completion of the 2023 Winter Cohort with 92 new entrepreneurs receiving nearly $400,000 in funding to test their ideas, build products and launch their new ventures. 70% of the Cohort successfully launched a new venture. These entrepreneurs... - June 20, 2023 - Builders and Backers
PharmStars Announces Spring 2023 Accelerator Graduates: 13 Digital Health Startups Complete PharmStars’ Pharma-Focused Accelerator Program
PharmStars, the pharma-focused accelerator for digital health startups, announces that 13 startups have graduated from its Spring 2023 program focused on “Innovations in Women’s Health or Health Equity.” The graduating startups successfully completed PharmaU, PharmStars’ 10-week program. PharmaU culminated with a Showcase Event, held in Boston in May, that brought together the participating startups and PharmStars’ innovation-minded pharma members. - June 20, 2023 - PharmStars
PharmStars Announces “Digital Innovations in Therapeutic Delivery: Supply Chain to the Patient Interface” Theme for its Fall 2023 Accelerator
PharmStars, the pharma-focused accelerator for digital health startups, is accepting applications for its Fall 2023 cohort around the theme “Digital Innovations in Therapeutic Delivery: Supply Chain to the Patient Interface.” The cohort is open to startups with digital health solutions that pharma can use to innovate therapeutic supply chain management, medication delivery, or the patient-drug experience for small molecules, biologics, or advanced therapies. Applications are due July 10, 2023. - June 06, 2023 - PharmStars
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PF Consulting Firm: Empowering Healthcare Practices with Comprehensive Solutions - May 18, 2023 - PF Consulting Firm
Notice Ninja, Inc. Raises $2.75M in Seed Round
Notice Ninja, Inc., a pioneering startup specializing in software as a service (SaaS) for digital notice compliance, is please to announce the successful completion of a seed funding round of $2.75M. - May 16, 2023 - Notice Ninja, Inc.
Harris & Harris, LTD. Announces Addition to Executive Leadership; Appoints David Peters to Chief Operating Officer
Leading accounts receivable management company, Harris & Harris LTD. is excited to announce the appointment of David Peters to the role of Chief Operating Officer. - May 01, 2023 - Harris & Harris
Startup Kardome Receives Japanese Auto Fund Investment
Automotive Fund’s investment in the voice technology startup is its first outside Japan. Kardome will use the capital to expand its business there. - March 08, 2023 - Kardome
1985 Games’ Equity Crowdfunding Raise on StartEngine Gives Investors a Shot at Joining the Booming TTRPG Industry
1985 Games plans for growth opportunities in the $2.69 billion hobby game sales industry. 1985 Games, creators of Dungeon Craft, VHS Dice, Dungeon Notes, and More, has launched a new crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine: https://www.startengine.com/offering/1985games. - March 08, 2023 - 1985 Games LLC
The Capital Playbook Podcast, with Over 250,000 Views on YouTube, Welcomes Dewey Nguyen from Carlton Fields to Discuss Agency Loans from a Lender's Perspective
Supercharge Your Commercial Real Estate Business. Charles Williams, CEO and Founder of Pioneer Realty Capital shares over 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry to teach you how to win in commercial real estate. They are committed to educating and informing you about how to identify good real estate opportunities, the major role of capital markets, and delivering you the most up to date commercial real estate news, advice, and insight. - February 28, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Davos 2023: PCA Hosts Dialogue on Supply Chain Integration with Amb. Katherine Tai, Microsoft's Brad Smith, Mastercard's Mike Froman, and PCA’s Jonathan Fantini Porter
The World Economic Forum and the Partnership for Central America host Strategic Dialogue with Ambassador Katherine Tai, U.S. Trade Representative; Marisol Argueta, Head, WEF Latin America; Dr. Ilan Goldfajn, President, Inter-American Development Bank; Brad Smith, President, Microsoft; Mike Froman, Vice Chairman, Mastercard; Jonathan Fantini-Porter, Executive Director, The Partnership for Central America; Janio Rosales, Minister of Economy, Guatemala, among others. - February 10, 2023 - Partnership for Central America
Levr.ai Secures $1 Million of Pre-Seed Funding to Change the Way Businesses Access and Manage Loans, Building a Better Experience for Business Owners
Levr.ai is a B2B fintech software company transforming the way businesses access and manage loans. Levr’s pre-seed round of one million is co-led by Sprout.vc and MAVAN Capital Partners. Levr.ai’s additional venture and angel investors include Weave VC, AC100 VC and Red Thread Ventures, Teal Linde, Emily Davies and Paul Podolny. Founders Kaylan Pepin and Roman Hartmann each have more than a decade of experience in the financial and software industries making them well positioned for success. - February 01, 2023 - Levr.ai
Autofarm (AUTO) is Securing $5M Investment to Research & Develop Artificial Intelligence on DeFi: AI-Fi
Autofarm, a multi-chain DEX and yield aggregator protocol deployed on 19 EVM-compatible chains, and listed on top exchanges, has announced the research, development and integration of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies through the creation of AutoLabs, an... - January 15, 2023 - Autofarm
Virb Lands New Contract; Expands Its Offerings to Asias with $10B Life Science Company
Virb has grown outside the US, now servicing contracts in India and Japan with new client. - January 11, 2023 - Virb
The Zero Proof Raises $2 Million in Seed Funding to Further Its Lead in Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Upcoming “Dry January” expected to be the Company’s highest sales month ever, as consumer interest in non-alcoholic wine and spirits continues to skyrocket. - December 20, 2022 - The Zero Proof Holdings, Inc.
Bet on Gaming Holdings, LLC Launches Brick & Mortar Casino Fund
Bet on Gaming Holdings, LLC (“BOGH”), a private-owned minority and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certified gaming and entertainment company, announced today that it has launched an investment fund to participate in the New York Downstate Casino bid as well as other upcoming brick... - December 14, 2022 - Bet On Gaming Holdings, LLC
Customer Travel Solutions Launches New Products for Timeshare and Resort Membership Sales
Custom Travel Solutions has launched a new benefit designed to bring flexibility to their clients in the timeshare and resort developer industry, helping them to increase their sales revenue and owner retention. - December 13, 2022 - Custom Travel Solutions