Check out some of our latest investments in companies that are building innovative solutions that impact the future of how our world moves, works, lives, and thrives:
NanoGraf is an advanced battery material company that developed a novel high-energy density Si-based anode material that has the long-term potential to replace graphitic-based anodes in lithium-ion batteries for a range of applications.
Screevo eliminates on-screen interaction for data entry into systems by using a voice assistant to optimize the management of repetitive tasks and save time. Using your voice, remotely control every software system.
Kognitiv Spark is the mixed reality software company behind RemoteSpark, the world's most reliable and secure mixed reality tool for industrial remote worker support and communications.
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NEWS FROM THE TECHNEXUS TEAM
U.S. businesses spent over half a trillion dollars on R&D in 2021. Most of this money was squandered.
Instead of spending to keep up with the market, what if businesses spent to anticipate the market? Learn more about the TechNexus approach to deploying capital for innovation in Venture Manager Erin Martell's latest article.
InTheir20s Podcast: What was Co-Founder of TechNexus, Fred Hoch, doing in his 20s?
The podcast interviews some of the most influential and successful people in the world and asks them to reflect on their 20s. Listen to Fred Hoch's take on how to network efficiently in your 20s, the early SaaS days, and the future of the Chicago tech ecosystem.
Global Corporate Venturing names Madelyn Rutter 1 of 50 rising stars in corporate venturing in 2023
Director of Collaboration, Madelyn Rutter, was named to the Global Corporate Venturing's annual Top 50 Rising Stars list for 2023. The Rising Stars list represents the top 0.5% of individuals in the corporate venturing profession. Being included is a testament to Rutter's commitment to her work with TechNexus portfolio companies and activity in the startup ecosystem.
Earlier this week, we joined forces with Chicago:Blendto host "Women IN Tech". Thank you to our speakers Cristin Pacifico (TechNexus), Lindsay Knight (Chicago Ventures), Tessa Flippin (Capitalize VC), Karen Kerr (Exposition Ventures), and Caitlyn T. (Zengines) for sharing their stories and unfiltered perspectives about the state of women in tech and venture capital.
The result of a 'what if' collaboration between two expert design teams, the partnership brought together THOR Industries brand, Airstream, and Porsche to envision a next-generation Airstream trailer while reimagining the owner experience. The concept was showcased at Porsche’s SXSW exhibit, where Airstream and Porsche execs unveiled a ⅓ scale model of the trailer and a Porsche Macan tow vehicle.
In honor of Women's History Month, we're spotlighting the female founders in our portfolio who are driving innovation and revolutionizing industries, from electrification to audio tech.
Krisp, the AI-powered noise-cancellation service, has launched an open beta for its new instant on-device transcription service, which transcribes calls and meetings while keeping the audio on the user's device for added security. The platform allows users to quickly extract key points from meetings by sending the transcript to ChatGPT for analysis. While the transcripts are not perfect, the platform is a productivity tool and a natural extension of the voice-focused platform.
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