Congrats to our 11 Riverside Angel Summit Semi-Finalists. Together we can build a strong local ecosystem in Riverside and the larger Inland Empire region where innovation and entrepreneurship can thrive.
Some really impressive tech startups across Agtech, Cleantech, B2B SaaS and Healthtech. I look forward to seeing who the Citrus Seeds investors choose as the Finalists for Riverside Angel Summit this week.
The Semi-Finalists are:
Edge Sound Research : [Gaming, Consumer Hardware]: Audio experiences have stayed stagnant over the past three decades, while all other forms of content have evolved. It’s time that new innovation in audio moves the industry forward and gets us closer to the experiences we crave. At EDGE Sound Research, our dedication is not only to make existing audio experiences better but also to simultaneously redefine how we experience sound as a whole.
Vinduino : [Agtech, IoT]: Vinduino provides predictive intelligence and control services to help farmers manage their crops better under changing climate conditions.
FarmSense : [Agtech]: FarmSense is poised to revolutionize pest management. Our patented digital FlightSensor platform utilizes autonomous intelligent insect sensors providing real-time species identification and field intelligence mated to a machine earning AI database. This real time data provides solutions for agricultural, vector disease, and animal health applications. Our technology decreases pesticides dependence and increases food security.
MIplus Solar : [Cleantech, Clean Energy]: MIplus Solar Inc. is a start-up, spun-out from the University of California Riverside. MIplus Solar is a group of engineers, communications and business specialists based out of the University of California, Riverside who are developing the MIplus Solar Battery: A technology with the potential to revolutionize solar energy, making it a reliable and affordable energy source for every family and community.
UAV-IQ : [Agtech, Drones]: UAV-IQ, which stands for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Intelligence, is an agricultural technology company that leverages deep experience in large-scale drone operations and precision agriculture to develop and scale solutions for growers. UAV-IQ now stands poised to scale a groundbreaking new service of drone-based biological control which releases beneficial insects to control pest populations as an effective alternative to pesticides.
Clearpol : [Healthtech, B2B SaaS]: Healthcare compliance made simple.
SiLi-ion : [Cleantech, Battery]: SiLi-ion is perfecting a patented silicon carbon-shell nanoparticle powder additive that will enable immediate improvements to lithium-ion batteries. Our customers will be Li-ion battery manufacturers, allowing them to expand their product lines to include a high energy density segment without the need to change their current equipment or processes. This approach leverages the existing manufacturing base, applications, and sales channels.
GattaCo : [Med Device]: GattaCo developed a revolutionary new technologies that enabled clinical quality blood/plasma sampling at patients’ homes and decentralized testing. GattaCo is initially pursuing a B2B business model that will allow us to enable dozens of new products by integrating patented Cap-Reset™ material with partners’ diagnostic tests. We generate revenue through sales of A-PON™ Kits and pipeline products to multiple 3rd party labs supporting DTC services, and through funded development projects leading to licensing fees and royalties. GattaCo may pursue B2C opportunities at a later stage of growth.
Pharm Robotics : [Agtech, Robotics]: We are revolutionizing the inoculation process for dairy and beef cows with robotics. The automated system administers and records when vital pharmaceuticals are given. We send this info to the cloud, where farmers with real-time data can make informed decisions pertaining to herd health and labor usage. Leading to an increase in immunization/pregnancy rates, reduced labor/replacement costs, and better milk quality.
Pulse360 : [Fintech, B2B SaaS]: Financial advisors use a hodge-podge of tech/processes to capture their meeting notes & convert that to follow-up with their clients – wasting 50-minutes for every 1 meeting. With our software, advisors are already saving over 50% of the time and gives them the capacity to grow. By integrating with industry CRMs, we are tapping into their user base. We have already proven this channel works. We are excited to transform wealth management.
Swellter : [Healthtech, B2B SaaS]: Swellter is a platform as a service providing licensing opportunities to pharmaceutical companies and diagnostic laboratories for delivering educational content, via mobile and web enabled applications, to physicians and patients. Today, industry struggles to get in front of patients and physicians. Swellter augments the sales and educational teams by providing targeted and disease specific information at the point of care and beyond.
