Seed Startups

The deck identifies inefficiencies and high costs in antibody manufacturing as a significant problem, with traditional resin columns being a major bottleneck.

Employer benefits spend (~$1.5T) is failing to deliver value: ~25% of allocated benefits go unused; employees lack understanding of benefits; HR time burdened; rising regulatory compliance adds...

Regulatory bottlenecks, talent shortages, vendor fragmentation, reputational risk in nuclear projects.

TX

Size, weight, and power constraints for antennas and EMI shielding across military, aerospace, automotive, and medical device applications.

Gaming lacks a unified platform where creators, brands, and fans can engage around everything related to gaming; existing platforms lack customization and an easy-to-use way to consume relevant...

VA

The deck clearly identifies the problem of broken commerce and security in restricted environments, highlighting issues like manual credentialing, low courier success rates, and lack of compatible...

Many SME owners cannot sell or realize full enterprise value because value is tied to the owner, systems are undocumented, and intangible assets are not monetized.

London

Fragmented, inefficient ready-meal / meal prep market with many small operators lacking tech and operational scale.

MN

Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market faces a significant near-term supply shortage: ~2,000,000 sq. ft. canopy needed vs. ~120,000 sq. ft. currently in production. Consumers will face immediate...

Modern wars show massive damage from drones (FPV, Shahed, loitering). Current defense is too expensive, too slow, and not scalable. Europe and Ukraine urgently need a cost-effective, autonomous...

NSW

Lack of dedicated landing infrastructure, certified charging/power systems, and a cohesive national network for eVTOL and commercial drone operations in Australia.

United Kingdom

Smokers and wellness-focused consumers want a non-addictive, eco-conscious alternative to nicotine and tobacco products.

Coaching is expensive, inconsistent, and unscalable; apps lack true personalization leading to rapid drop-off.

Kentucky

Large number of lost or stolen handguns annually (500k–700k). Everyday carry increases risk of loss/theft ~300x. Lost/stolen guns are often used in crime.

Los Angeles, California

Event planning is fragmented across many tools and vendors leading to coordination issues, budget misalignment, and lack of transparency.

Existing fantasy/knotting experiences are served by manual, static, or fetish-branded products that lack tech, safety, and elegant aesthetics.

Kingston, Ontario

80% of custom framers have no succession plan and are closing, leading to a shrinking industry and loss of local art services.

Seattle, WA

Web3 builders struggle to launch apps, websites, and tokens quickly; developer scarcity and high fraud/scam risk.

Florida

Legacy corporate systems and financial rails do not natively connect to blockchain infrastructure.

New York, NY

People crave unique, in-person social experiences that can't be replicated at home. Existing group entertainment options are limited in scale, repeatability, and engagement.

Dalton, TX

Public safety personnel (law enforcement, military, private security, industrial workers) face rising violence and on-the-job injuries. Existing body armor is largely non-instrumented and lacks...

Oxygen delivery for COPD is outdated: bulky tanks and concentrators limit mobility and accessibility for patients requiring long-term supplemental oxygen.

MA

Consumers want to limit caffeine and sugar; existing caffeinated beverages can be too high in caffeine or use artificial sweeteners.

AI and advanced computing require more powerful and energy-efficient semiconductors, but current industry is limited by the size of interconnect wires (20 micron), limiting performance and efficiency.

High prevalence of erectile dysfunction; need effective, accessible non-prescription treatment options.

Hard to find vetted, high-quality outdoor guides and book real-time guided trips.

Enterprise multi-entity tax transparency and consolidation across jurisdictions

New York, NY

The proliferation of personal electronic devices and the limitations of grid-dependent charging and unreliable portable power solutions create persistent challenges for individuals and outdoor...

Charlotte, North Carolina

Hidden costs and unclear pricing in cleaning services lead to high booking abandonment and friction.

Pay inequity (actual and perceived) drives turnover and disengagement; companies need tools to build trust and equitable pay at scale.

North Carolina

TV fans lack a shared, social experience for watching and discussing shows in real time.

New Jersey

Austin, TX

Legal and compliance analysis is costly, slow, and error-prone.

Small savers face slow, passive returns at banks and complex, self-directed trading apps. Underserved users lack access to actively managed investment growth for small contributions.

Luxury swimwear market with homogeneous offerings; need for couture-quality, sustainably made statement pieces.