NIREMIA Collective

We are thrilled to announce that our portfolio company, Ozlo, a sleep tech startup transforming sleep and wellness, has been recognized as a finalist in the 2024 MedTech Innovator Mid-Stage Grand Prize competition. This prestigious acknowledgment highlights Ozlo's innovative contributions to the medical technology field. We are proud to support Ozlo on their journey and are excited to see their continued success in transforming health and wellbeing. Congratulations to the Ozlo team and all the incredible finalists! ???? #MedTechInnovator #Ozlo #SleepTech #NaokoOkumoto #NicholBradford

Discover Why Niremia Founders Naoko Okumoto and Nichol Bradford chose to invest in TRIPP, Inc. in our latest portfolio story, featuring the company’s innovative approach to mental health Nanea Reeves brings a wealth of tech expertise to TRIPP, Inc., combining mobile communications and gaming insights to redefine wellness. 　Introduced through Tim Chang at Mayfield Fund, we recognized a shared vision for using technology to support human health. TRIPP, Inc.’s innovative platform uses XR, AI, and mindfulness techniques to address mental health challenges like stress and anxiety, offering accessible, personalized experiences on VR headsets and mobile devices. 　With over 9.8 million wellness sessions completed, TRIPP, Inc. is set for impactful growth, expanding into corporate wellness and clinical trials to make “layered reality” wellness a global solution. Excited to see where their journey leads! For more details, check the link in the comments! #XRwellness #TRIPP #NaokoOkumoto #NicholBradford #MentalHealth #Mindfulness #Niremia

Naoko Okumoto participated as a panelist at the Korea-Japan Startup Founder’s Day, co-hosted by the Consulates General of Korea and Japan at the Japan Innovation Campus in Palo Alto! ??? This event celebrated cross-border collaboration and innovation, bringing together visionary founders, VCs, and ecosystem leaders from both nations. Discussions ranged from investment trends and global market strategies to shared challenges in building impactful startups. Thrilled to be part of this bridge-building effort between two vibrant startup ecosystems! ?? #Innovation #Startups #KoreaJapanCollaboration #VentureCapital #GlobalPartnerships #NiremiaCollective

Incredible news from our portfolio company, ComplexChaos, as they embark on an inspiring journey with All1.eco! This collaboration is a powerful step toward creating sustainable, lasting impact in the Western Amazon. ComplexChaos's expertise in data-driven insights and stakeholder alignment is key to identifying shared goals across diverse groups—from indigenous communities to global investors—ensuring this initiative is both impactful and rooted in the needs of the Amazon. Excited to see where this partnership leads and to support ComplexChaos as they work to expand their reach and deepen their impact. Looking forward to the next steps in this journey toward a sustainable future for Amazon. #Sustainability #AmazonRainforest #Collaboration #ImpactfulChange #RegenerativeEconomy Naoko Okumoto Nichol Bradford

Excited to share co-founder and our partner Nichol Bradford engage with Sean White, CEO of Inflection AI, one of only eight companies globally developing LLM-class AI systems, is pioneering empathetic, human-centric AI to enhance workplace collaboration and amplify human potential. Key insights from the discussion include integrating emotional intelligence into AI, balancing innovation with ethics, and creating AI as a complement to human abilities. Sean’s vision for AI prioritizes humanity, ensuring technology aligns with values and fosters authentic interactions. This forward-thinking approach is a powerful blueprint for the future of AI-driven workplace transformation! The full episode is available now! [In comment link] #AI #FutureOfWork #Leadership #Technology #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #NiremiaCollective #NaokoOkumoto #NicholBradford

Discover Why Niremia Founders Naoko Okumoto and Nichol Bradford chose to invest in Feno in our latest portfolio story, featuring the company’s innovative approach to oral care. Feno’s mission is to make oral care a gateway to overall health. Led by Dr. Kenny Brown, a Stanford-trained dentist, and entrepreneur Hamet Watt, Feno is revolutionizing the $30 billion toothbrush market. Their AI-powered smartbrush, featuring a custom-fit mouthpiece with 18,000 bristles and advanced scanners, tackles the "silent epidemic" of oral disease by detecting health issues early and providing personalized insights. With just a 20-second clean, Feno is set to transform daily routines and drive a new wave in preventive healthcare. Excited to see where their journey leads! For more details, check the link in the comments! #FENO #OralHealthcare #OralHealth #InnovativeHealth #Niremia #PreventiveHealthcare

Discover Why Niremia Founders Naoko Okumoto and Nichol Bradford chose to invest in Holobiome in our latest portfolio story, featuring the company’s innovative approach to mental health through the gut-brain axis. Led by visionary Philip Strandwitz, Holobiome is pioneering mental health innovation through the gut-brain axis. Their approach leverages beneficial gut bacteria to address depression and other neurological conditions, opening doors to microbiome-based solutions in mental health. We are thrilled to support Holobiome’s growth and mission to transform lives with next-generation probiotics. We’re confident this groundbreaking work will reshape mental health treatment, and we look forward to sharing more updates as we move forward together. Excited to see where their journey leads! For more details, check the link in the comments! #Holobiome #Innovation #MentalHealth #Microbiome #BiotechInnovation

Discover Why Niremia Founders Naoko Okumoto and Nichol Bradford chose to invest in Holobiome in our latest portfolio story, featuring the company’s innovative approach to mental health through the gut-brain axis. Led by visionary Philip Strandwitz, Holobiome is pioneering mental health innovation through the gut-brain axis. Their approach leverages beneficial gut bacteria to address depression and other neurological conditions, opening doors to microbiome-based solutions in mental health. We are thrilled to support Holobiome’s growth and mission to transform lives with next-generation probiotics. We’re confident this groundbreaking work will reshape mental health treatment, and we look forward to sharing more updates as we move forward together. Excited to see where their journey leads! For more details, check the link in the comments! #Holobiome #Innovation #MentalHealth #Microbiome #BiotechInnovation

Proud to see Enara Health making strides in obesity care at ObesityWeek? 2024! Their new data on combining anti-obesity meds with lifestyle support for lasting weight loss is truly groundbreaking. Congratulations to Dr. Rami Bailony and the Enara Health team for their dedication to driving meaningful change in healthcare! Naoko Okumoto,?Nichol Bradford #Obesity #NiremiaCollective #ObesityWeek #EnaraHealth

Discover Why Niremia Founders Naoko Okumoto and Nichol Bradford chose to invest in Ozlo Sleep in our latest portfolio story, featuring the company’s innovative approach to sleep wellness. Meet the brilliant minds behind Ozlo Sleep—a team of former Bose engineers, now led by CEO Rockwell Shah, who are on a mission to redefine sleep technology. Ozlo Sleep impressed us with their innovative solution for sleep disturbances. After Bose discontinued its sleep headphones, the Ozlo team took the concept further, introducing Ozlo Sleep buds: compact Bluetooth earbuds with all-night battery life and biometric sensing. We believe Ozlo’s unique blend of hardware and software will reshape the $33 billion sleep tech industry. Rather than just tracking sleep, they're focused on actively enhancing it—creating a profound impact on global well-being. Excited to see where their journey leads! For more details, check the link in the comments! #SleepTech #WellnessTechnology #InnovationInHealth #OzloSleep #NaokoOkumoto #NicholBradford