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We hosted portfolio company founders and network members at #TitletownTech for the Packers vs. Colts game, with some making their first-ever pilgrimage to this iconic stadium and experiencing their first NFL game. Founders and their team members traveled from Minnesota, Michigan, Virginia, Washington D.C., across Wisconsin, and beyond for our two-day event. We love serving as the convener, bringing together people and ideas. Special shout out to Packers Hall of Famer Leroy Butler for kicking things off with a warm welcome! ???? Go Pack Go!

Croux co-founder and CEO Jennifer Ryan continues to disrupt the talent landscape with her team! ????? Originally from Southern California, Jen’s journey has spanned coast to coast, from NYC to Europe, before bringing her back to the U.S. and eventually to Green Bay. After her time in the finance and tech worlds, Jen owned and operated a fast-casual health restaurant, giving her firsthand experience with the challenges facing the hospitality industry. Her passion for creating solutions that empower hospitality businesses led to the launch of #Croux with her co-founders. Jen and team are revolutionizing the way businesses in the hospitality industry connect with talent. The app makes it easy for employers to quickly find and hire experienced, on-demand workers, while giving talent the flexibility to choose when and where they work. It’s all about creating a better, more dynamic workforce -- one shift at a time. A special shoutout to Microsoft for Startups for amplifying Jen’s story and the work they're doing in the gig economy space. It was great to collaborate on this video. Link to full interview in comments! ??

OCULOGICA, one of our portfolio companies, and its non-baseline, FDA-approved concussion diagnostic, were recently spotlighted in a United States Department of Defense study. ???? Published in AMSUS-SM's Military Medicine journal, the study, led by Dr. John King from the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, revealed that the #EyeBOX outperformed other eye-tracking devices in both diagnostic accuracy and usability. #EyeBOX demonstrated the highest sensitivity for detecting recent concussions and the highest specificity for those with concussions over a month old, with no need for calibration. This validation highlights #Oculogica’s impact on concussion diagnostics and reinforces our belief in the exciting potential of the company's technology. Congrats to Uzma Samadani, Rosina S., and team! ??https://lnkd.in/g3yedseK

Wisconsin is home to over 9,000 manufacturers and a strong pool of talent, and we’re excited to be part of the continued growth and AI adoption in our ecosystem. Yesterday, we hosted a collaborative event with WTA-Wisconsin Technology Association, NEW Digital Alliance, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, the Connected Systems Institute at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Microsoft. The event highlighted the exciting advancements happening in our state, bolstered by #Microsoft's $3.3 billion dollar investment in Wisconsin. We’re contributing to this progress through the Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab in Wisconsin for Manufacturing—the seventh in the world, the third in the U.S., and the first outside the West Coast, as well as the first and only lab with an industry focus. Our colleague Kathryn Clouse shared insights on our joint efforts with #CSI's Joe Hamann and the Microsoft team, helping businesses across Wisconsin and beyond explore AI use cases, build prototypes, and unlock new opportunities. We’re committed to value creation, drawing on our experience in taking ideas from concept to market, and we’re bringing that same experience to the AI Co-Innovation Lab, ensuring that this lab becomes a powerful catalyst for the future of AI and manufacturing in Wisconsin. By fostering connections and driving innovation across the state, we’re helping to push the boundaries of what's possible! ??????

What an awesome milestone for our portfolio company, Amulet! Kudos to Abigail Barnes and team for closing a $5.8M Series A round! ?? With food allergies affecting millions worldwide, there's been a real gap in reliable, on-the-spot testing solutions. Amulet is changing the game with their groundbreaking pocket-sized food allergen sensor, set to revolutionize how we manage food allergies in the field. This innovative technology empowers individuals to test for allergens in real-time, offering a level of safety and confidence that’s been missing for too long. We're proud to support #Amulet on the company's journey to making the world a safer place for everyone. Congratulations to the entire team! More below. ?? https://lnkd.in/g87DcwRX

The countdown is on! ??? This Saturday, the USWNT faces off against Japan in the knockout stages of the Olympics. Team captain Lindsey Horan has been gearing up for a gold-medal run, and her preparation has been nothing short of world-class, thanks to Springbok Analytics (shout out to Scott Magargee, Silvia Blemker, and team). Lindsey’s dedication and drive are supported by #Springbok's cutting-edge technology that provides her with a 3D view into her musculoskeletal health, offering crucial insights in helping her train smarter, recover faster, and prepare more effectively. Lindsey’s hard work is already paying off with a couple of assists in the group stages, showcasing her incredible form and contribution to the team. Join us in cheering for Lindsey and the entire team as they go for gold. Let’s go, USA, and congrats to our portfolio company, Springbok Analytics! Catch the full BBC News TechXplore segment at the link below. ??https://lnkd.in/gKbbSeCY

Last month, we had an amazing time celebrating the #TitletownTech team, our vibrant culture, and the dynamic ecosystem and network we’re building together. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share ideas, and enjoy the camaraderie that makes our team so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your passion and dedication drive our mission forward, and we’re excited about the future we’re creating together. Here’s to fueling innovation! ??

Congratulations to Tom Dean and the Renaissant team on closing the company's $5M Series A! ?? The Milwaukee-based logistics and supply chain company has developed a platform that streamlines how warehouses are managed, coordinates transportation, and simplifies the process for drivers to check in and out. The platform has helped logistics leaders improve efficiency, strengthen security, support sustainability, and ensure compliance, all while reducing the time and effort needed to ship products. ??https://lnkd.in/gjN63RKM

We welcomed some of Microsoft's leaders to Green Bay in June. They brought a wealth of insights and ambitious visions to our team and portfolio companies. One memorable moment was hearing from Jason Zander, #Microsoft EVP, Strategic Missions and Technologies. His discussion on how they're leveraging AI and advanced computing to address the world's most intricate material science challenges was exciting. We are deeply appreciative of Kate Behncken, Mike Egan, Aseem Datar, and Jason Zander for their visit, highlighting their steadfast dedication to our mutual goal of fostering innovation and driving economic growth in Wisconsin and beyond. ????

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