Fiveable

Fiveable
Fiveable is a social network platform for education offering students learning through content, community, and courses, aiming to create educational equity through social learning.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Amanda DoAmaral, Tán Ho
Industries
EdTech, Education, Secondary Education
Funding Amount
$15,057,342
Funding Status
Series A
Employees
64

Rivermark Medical

Rivermark Medical
Rivermark Medical develops minimally-invasive treatments for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that restore urinary function, designed by urologists to reliably reduce BPH symptoms with minimal side effects.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2021
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Adam Kadlec, Andy Doraiswamy
Industries
Health Care, Hospital, Medical Device
Funding Amount
$4,699,999
Funding Status
Venture - Series
Employees
1-10

Part Analytics

Part Analytics
Part Analytics offers a strategic sourcing solution that optimizes cost, drives efficiency, and mitigates supply chain risk through AI-powered analytics, saving enterprise customers up to 20% in direct material costs.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Jesil Pujara, Jesil Pujara, Jithendra Palasagaram
Industries
Analytics, AI, Enterprise Software, Procurement, SaaS
Funding Amount
$4,015,000
Funding Status
Venture - Series
Employees
1-10

Ingantec Corporation

Ingantec Corporation
Ingantec Corporation provides electronic design automation (EDA) solutions, focusing on innovation in electronics and manufacturing.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2022
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Electronic Design Automation (EDA), Electronics, Manufacturing
Funding Amount
$2,950,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Socialeads

Socialeads
Socialeads analyzes social media content for context, life events, and personality dimensions, using AI chatbots and notification systems to provide instant access to actionable data from social networks.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Larry Hitchock, Matthew Salzer
Industries
Analytics, Apps, Social Media, Software
Funding Amount
$2,650,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Renaissant

Renaissant
Renaissant combines sensors, analytic engines, and mobile platforms to create, distill, and make information usable.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
R. Thomas Dean
Industries
Analytics, CRM, Information Technology
Funding Amount
$2,564,920
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Xena Workwear

Xena Workwear
Xena Workwear designs stylish steel-toe safety shoes and functional apparel for women in STEM and Trades, addressing the lack of well-fitting workwear and PPE for women in male-centric environments.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2019
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Anastasia Kraft, Dmitry Krivochenitser
Industries
Apparel, Construction, Fashion, Manufacturing
Funding Amount
$1,600,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Higher Education Regional Alliance

Higher Education Regional Alliance
The Higher Education Regional Alliance (HERA) comprises 18 public and private universities in southeastern Wisconsin, focusing on improving educational outcomes and workforce readiness.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2019
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Higher Education
Funding Amount
$1,500,000
Funding Status
Grant
Employees
11-50

GOLGIX

GOLGIX
GOLGIX leverages AI and IoT technologies to enhance manufacturing processes, aiming to improve efficiency and productivity.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2021
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Analytics, AI, IoT, Manufacturing, Software
Funding Amount
$1,050,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50

Secchi

Secchi
Secchi provides data-driven performance insights for frontline leaders to make informed decisions.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2021
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Web Development
Funding Amount
$1,000,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Octane Coffee

Octane Coffee
Octane Coffee optimizes coffee delivery for customers through automated processes.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Food and Beverage, Food Delivery, Service Industry
Funding Amount
$750,000
Funding Status
Venture - Series
Employees
1-10

Vytal Health

Vytal Health
Vytal Health offers integrative and functional medicine services, focusing on personalized healthcare solutions.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Alex Yampolsky, Tiffany Mullen
Industries
Health Care, Internet, Medical
Funding Amount
$602,526
Funding Status
Debt Financing
Employees
1-10

Tip a ScRxipt

Tip a ScRxipt
Tip a ScRxipt is a socially responsible mobile payment service exclusive to pharmacies, helping vulnerable communities cover medical prescription costs.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2020
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Chad Johnson
Industries
Financial Services, Mobile Payments, Payments
Funding Amount
$600,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Drink Wisconsinbly

Drink Wisconsinbly
Drink Wisconsinbly celebrates Wisconsin culture through products and experiences that embody local traditions, from polka to fish frys and tailgating.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Ryan Walther
Industries
Art, E-Commerce Platforms, Lifestyle
Funding Amount
$562,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

Pantherics

Pantherics
Pantherics develops therapies targeting peripheral GABAA receptors, aiming to provide new treatment options for various health conditions.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2019
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Biotechnology, Health Care, Life Science
Funding Amount
$518,597
Funding Status
Grant
Employees
1-10

p3 Media

p3 Media
p3 Media develops customized public relations and communications solutions for businesses committed to achieving triple-bottom-line success, focusing on sustainability and impactful storytelling.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2018
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Adam Ciralsky, David Wagoner
Industries
Marketing
Funding Amount
$500,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
11-50

The Way Out

The Way Out
The Way Out connects employers with skilled justice-involved job seekers, offering additional services and technology to help them transition effectively into new employment.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2020
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Eli Rivera
Industries
Employment, Human Resources, Professional Services, Software
Funding Amount
$500,000
Funding Status
Pre-Seed
Employees
11-50

Rex – K12

Rex - K12
Rex is an AI-based SaaS K-12 computer science curriculum platform, enabling any teacher to teach computer science, providing remote CS teachers, and focusing on K-12 education.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2019
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Sandhya Padala, Vamshi Geendru
Industries
EdTech, Education, Higher Education
Funding Amount
$370,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
51-100

Driver’s Seat Cooperative

Driver's Seat Cooperative
Driver's Seat Cooperative provides rideshare analytics, empowering gig workers and local governments to make informed decisions with insights from their rideshare data.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2019
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Hays Witt, Matt Schumwinger
Industries
Analytics, Apps, Information Technology, Ride Sharing
Funding Amount
$300,000
Funding Status
Seed
Employees
1-10

MKE Black Grassroots Network for Health Equity

MKE Black Grassroots Network for Health Equity
The MKE Black Grassroots Network for Health Equity represents a collection of black leaders and organizations building partnerships and capacity to improve health equity in the community.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2021
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Industries
Communities, Finance, Health Care, Wellness
Funding Amount
$300,000
Funding Status
Grant
Employees
1-10

Washbnb

washbnb
Washbnb is a linen rental, logistics, and laundry company leveraging technology to reduce energy, water, and chemical use, providing services to the hospitality and home services industries.
Key Info
When was it founded?
2020
Company Headquarters
Milwaukee
Founders
Daniel Cruz
Industries
Home Services, Hospitality, Hotel, Travel Accommodations
Funding Amount
$290,000
Funding Status
Equity Crowdfunding
Employees
1-10

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