Fred Raasch

BrightStar Wisconsin Foundation, Inc. operates as an non-profit organization focused on funding for-profit early-stage companies. BSW works with government, educational institutions, other charitable organizations, angel groups and venture funds to identify, invest or co-invest in, mentor and promote fast growing early stage companies to create technology based jobs in Wisconsin. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Wisconsin Technology Council provides science and technology advisory services to the Governor and the Legislature. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Okanjo Partners, Inc. provides e-commerce services. It offers smartserve, the farm, and pressed products that drives revenue and enhances content. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Proxim Diagnostics Corp. develops and manufactures handheld immune diagnostic devices. It also provide tests for critical care and infectious diseases. The company was founded by Mikhail Briman and Vikram Joshi and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

Belle Capital Management LLC (Belle Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2010. The firm is headquartered in Gross Pointe Farms, Michigan.

Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. develops businesses choosing to startup, relocate or add operations in Wisconsin. It provides assistance for investors, entrepreneurs, business growth, exporting and community development. The company is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Part of Evason Investment LLC, Windermere Wealth Advisors LLC is a company that provides investment advice. The company is based in Waukesha, WI.

Capital Partners Group Ltd. operates as an investment holding company, which provides both asset management services and invests in companies. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Aver, Inc. provides healthcare reimbursement process. It offers avercloud, informatics and formulary and converge. The firm focuses on episode design and flexible data aggregation. The company was founded by Kurt Brenkus and Matt Frohliger in 2010 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

Somna Therapeutics LLC manufactures and sells medical devices such as reflex band through online. Its product Reflux Band is a non-pharmacologic, wearable device that prevents reflux into the larynx, pharynx, and lungs. The company was founded by Thomas Shannon, Nick Maris, Jeffery Harris, and Reza Shaker in 2012 and is headquartered in Germantown, WI.

Part of Pacific International Group Holdings LLC, Shamrock Energy Corp. is a company that distributes natural gas. The company is based in Shreveport, LA. The company was founded by Jon M. Gipson, Jim L. Troxel, Tim G. Culp. Shamrock Energy was acquired by Tandem Energy Holdings, Inc. from Optigas LLC on June 23, 2005.

Promentis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. engages in the develop of novel compounds for the treatment of schizophrenia and other central nervous system disorders. The firm's drug development efforts are focused on the neurotransmitter glutamate and its critical role in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia and other disesses. It discovers, develops and markets new drugs for the treatment of important human diseases, focusing initially on developing a new antipsychotic drug to treat schizophrenia. The company was founded by David A. Baker and John Mantsch in 2007 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Springboard Enterprises, Inc. is a leading network of industry experts, investors, and innovators dedicated to building companies at scale led by women who are transforming industries in technology, life sciences, and healthcare. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. Since 2000, over 890+ Springboard portfolio companies seeking investment and human capital for product development and expansion have created over $39.10b in value. With 225 exits to strategic acquirers, 27 IPOs, and 10 unicorns, Springboard entrepreneurs are transforming industries. The American company's mission is to accelerate the growth of women-led entrepreneurial companies through access to essential resources and a community of experts. Springboard is a network of entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors accelerating the success of women entrepreneurs in technology and life sciences. The company was founded by Kay Koplovitz, Amy Millman. Natalie Buford-Young has been the CEO of the company since 2020.

Madison Development Corp. manages housing units in Madison. The non-profit company is based in Madison, WI. Lorrie Keating Heinemann has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

HealthX Management LLC (HealthX Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Mark E. Bakken. The firm is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

HighFive Dental LLC provides dental care services. The company is based in Birmingham, AL. The company was founded in 2018 by Melvin Oakley, Chad Trull. Chad Trull has been the CEO since 2018.

Cultivation Capital LLC (Cultivation Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Brian Matthews, Cliff Holekamp, Jim McKelvey, Kyle Welborn, and Peter Esparrago. The firm is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.

Vilas Capital Management LLC (VCM) is an independent investment advisory firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was founded by John C. Thompson in 2010. VCM serves as the General Partner to the Vilas Fund LP, a long/short equity fund.

Gray Oncology Solutions is a Canadian healthcare enterprise software company that provides cancer centers with an operating system called GrayOS. The company is based in Ottawa, Canada, and has partnerships with The Ottawa Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. This system automates and optimizes cancer center operations, allowing for comprehensive care with the highest efficiency. GrayOS uses operations research to optimize, automate, and orchestrate care trajectories. Gray Oncology Solutions was founded by Louis-Martin Rousseau, Marc-Andre Renaud, Jan Seuntjens, Andre Diamant, and Nadia Lahrichi, with Andre Diamant serving as CEO since incorporation.

Part of Avalon Capital Holdings Corp., Alliance Capital Group, Inc. purchases and collects delinquent credit card debt. The company is based in Dallas, TX. Alliance Capital Group was acquired by TRAC Financial Group, Inc. on July 31, 2003 for $0.08 million.

Symphony Corp. provides technology solutions and managed services. The firm offers enterprise resource planning (ERP) maintenance and support, ERP business transformation, integration of clinical applications and ERP systems, and application development. The company was founded by Ravi K. Kalla in 1997 and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Symphony Alpha Ventures LLC (Symphony Alpha Ventures) is a venture capital subsidiary of Symphony Corporation founded in 2014. The firm is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP provides legal services. It offer banking and financial services, corporate and transactional, energy law, intellectual property, and real estate services. It serves to the advanced manufacturing, food and beverage, agribusiness, higher education and energy industries. The company was founded by Michael Best in 1848 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Direct Supply, Inc. offers a wide range of products and equipment specifically designed for senior living communities. The private company is based in Milwaukee, WI and were founded in 1985 by Bob Hillis, who has been the CEO since then. The company provides innovative solutions to improve healthcare operations and outcomes, including care automation using DS smart to capture, protect, and connect data to an EMR. The company has been in operation for over 30 years and offers unparalleled procurement cost savings, supply chain optimization, and contract compliance. Direct Supply also provides design and construction planning services for senior living and healthcare settings.

Metavante Technologies Ltd. provides card payment software solutions for the banking industry. The company offers card management solutions, including debit, credit, charge and prepaid card solutions, device management solutions, such as ATM, kiosk and POS solutions; merchant management solutions, including operations and accounting solutions and network management solutions, such as VISA, master card and American express solutions. The company is headquartered in London, UK

Part of Fiserv, Inc., M&I EastPoint Technology is a real estate development and investment company focused on small and medium-sized properties in the East neighborhood. The company is based in Manchester, NH. The company creates consistent results by identifying opportunities that indicate above-average returns while imposing below-average risks. The company achieves this through superior market knowledge from years of local experience and a deep-rooted network of expert stakeholders. M&I EastPoint Technology was acquired by EastPoint Technologies LLC, a SUB of Fiserv, Inc. from Marshall & Ilsley Corp. on June 07, 2001.

Stemina Biomarker Discovery, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of molecular biomarkers to improve drug safety and human health. Its products and services include Cardio quickPredict, devTOX quickPredict, and TOXquickPredict. The company was founded by Elizabeth L. R. Donley and Gabriela G. Cezar in November 2006 and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

PinPoint Software, Inc. develops expiration date management software. Its solutions include Date Check Pro and Taskle. The company was founded by Andrew Hoeft and Andrew Shell and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Gen-Probe, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets rapid, accurate and molecular diagnostic products and services that are used primarily to diagnose human diseases, screen donated human blood, and ensure transplant compatibility. It also develops and manufactures the PROCLEIX assays, which are used to detect human immunodeficiency virus, the hepatitis C virus, the hepatitis B virus, and the West Nile virus in donated human blood. The firm's clinical diagnostics products include APTIMA family of assays, which are used to detect the common STDs chlamydia and gonorrhea. Gen-Probe was founded by Thomas H. Adams and David E. Kohne in 1983 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

VIP Crowd, Inc. engages in the provision of information technology services. It offers solutions that rewards customers, employees, prospects, and networks for helping grow and improve their business. The company was founded by Mark F. Wilson in 2016 and is headquartered in Verona, WI.

Apogent Technologies, Inc. used to design and manufacture laboratory equipment. It was also developer and manufacturer of value-added products for the clinical and research markets. Apogent's operating subsidiaries were manufactures most of their products in approximately 80 facilities worldwide. It sells its goods primarily through distributors, but also directly to end users in the industrial, clinical and research markets. The company was located in Portsmouth, NH.

Monona Bankshares, Inc. operates as a bank holding company. It offers personal banking, home lending, business banking, investment services, and executive banking. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Monona, WI.

MIG Commercial Real Estate, LLC is a private company that provides property management services. The company is based in Madison, WI. The company has a dedicated maintenance team that takes care of their own properties, ensuring prompt and courteous responses to tenant needs.

Monona Bank operates as a state chartered commercial bank. It offers personal banking, home lending, business banking and investment services. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Monona, WI.