6 • Vertical SaaS platform for laundry operators, akin to “Toast for Laundry” • Partnerships with Uber, DoorDash, and residential operators, with minimal churn • Co-Investors: Tiger Global, Bessemer, RiverPark, Camber Creek Vertical Software 6 • Developer of AI-powered brain-computer interfaces to treat neuro- logical disorders with a minimally invasive, safely removable device capable of processing large amounts of neural data • Validated in large-animal studies, patient implants across three leading medical centers; in-human trial approval expected in 2025 • Attracted top talent in BCI industry, including 10 employees from Neuralink • Co-Investors: B Capital, Draper Associates Brain-Computer Interfaces • Transforming adolescent and family mental health care by equip- ping parents with tools, resources, and personalized support for children on autism spectrum • Contracted with seven of the top 10 largest US health insurers and over two dozen state government programs • Co-Investors: Insight Partners Family-Powered Autism Support • Developer of brain-computer interfaces designed to restore motor function in individuals with paralysis, enabling users to control devices like computers and smartphones with their thoughts • Potential to improve the lives of patients with conditions like ALS, spinal cord injuries, and stroke • Significant strides in clinical trials and has received regulatory approvals, positioning itself as a leader in neurotech • Co-Investors: Khosla Ventures, ARCH Venture Partners Brain-Computer Interfaces ALUMNI VENTURES 2025 APEX 50 av.vc • Leads next-gen nuclear power with its modular reactors and TRISO-X fuel, positioned to meet surging energy demands from data centers, industrials, and governments • Collaborating with major players like Amazon, Dow, Ontario Power Generation, and Energy Northwest • Pipeline of 50+ customers from public and private sectors, plus Department of Energy $1.2B award • Co-Investors: Amazon, Citadel, DOE, Dow Chemical Modular Reactors
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