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Thehelm
New York, United States
Early-stage venture firm focusing on world‑changing companies founded by women.
Portfolio
33+
Employees
25+
Founded
2016
AUM
≈ $25.0M
Investment focus
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No stages listed
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United States
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Funds
Fund II
$25.0M
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Thehelm
Early-stage venture firm focusing on world‑changing companies founded by women.
Portfolio
33+
Employees
25+
Founded
2016
AUM
≈ $25.0M
Funds
Fund II · $25.0M
Stages
No stages listed
Industries
No industries listedGeographic scope
United States
Sources
Showing 24 of 26 matched portfolio companies
AOA Dx is developing GlycoLocate™, a multi-omics platform that utilizes tumor marker gangliosides for early-stage cancer detection, specifically through the AKRIVIS GD™ liquid biopsy test for ovarian cancer. This technology offers high sensitivity and specificity, addressing the critical need for effective early diagnosis in women's health.
Funding: $24.5M
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Funding: $24.5M
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This startup produces biodegradable tampons and pads made from organic cotton, ensuring that menstrual products are accessible to all individuals with periods. By providing free-vend, wall-mounted dispensers, the company enables businesses and schools to offer these essential hygiene products at no cost to employees, students, and guests.
Biographica uses multi-modal machine learning to decode crop genetics and accelerate the development of resilient food sources. The platform identifies and prioritizes high-value genetic targets for gene-editing by analyzing targets within their full biological context. This process streamlines the agbiotech discovery pipeline, increasing success rates while reducing the time and cost associated with trait development.
Funding: $2.2M
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Funding: $2.2M
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BoobyBiome develops a probiotic supplement specifically designed for infants with compromised gut microbiomes, utilizing research on beneficial bacteria found in breast milk. This product addresses the health risks associated with low breastfeeding rates and underdeveloped microbiomes in infants, providing essential support for their digestive health.
The startup offers a payment platform that generates customizable checkout pages, allowing businesses to accept card and cryptocurrency payments with minimal integration effort. This solution enables instant payouts to global users, such as gamers and contractors, while automating transaction reconciliation to enhance operational efficiency.
Funding: $2.8M
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Funding: $2.8M
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Develops fusion energy systems using Magnetized-Liner Inertial Fusion (MagLIF) technology, integrating high-efficiency impedance-matched Marx generators to achieve repetitive neutron generation and progress toward commercial fusion power. Addresses challenges in cost, scalability, and system complexity by delivering scalable fusion generators and prototypes, including the 1 TW TITAN and 15 TW Z-STAR, with over 99% accuracy in experimental simulations.
Funding: $48.3M
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Funding: $48.3M
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Ganaz is a workforce management platform that digitizes the hiring and onboarding processes for agriculture and food manufacturing, enabling employers to complete hiring forms three times faster and manage payroll for unbanked employees through dedicated payroll cards. The platform addresses inefficiencies in people management by providing automated, paperless solutions that enhance communication and streamline compliance with labor regulations.
Funding: $11.2M
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Funding: $11.2M
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Grass is a platform that enables users to share their unused internet bandwidth, allowing them to earn rewards while maintaining the security of their personal data. By connecting verified institutions with individuals, Grass addresses the inefficiency of idle internet resources, creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem for both parties.
Hey Jane provides a fully virtual reproductive and sexual health service in the U.S., connecting patients with licensed clinicians via secure chat, phone, or video to prescribe FDA‑approved medication abortions, birth‑control, emergency contraception, and treatments for common infections. Prescriptions are delivered to a local pharmacy for discreet pickup or mailed in unbranded packaging, with insurance, Medicaid, and income‑based pricing options to keep care affordable.
Funding: $6.1M
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+ 5 Other investorsUlu Ventures
+ 5 Other investorsUlu Ventures
Funding: $6.1M
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Funding: $30.0M
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Funding: $30.0M
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This SaaS platform manages e-commerce returns to enhance customer experience and reduce operational costs. It utilizes AI and data insights to convert returns into exchanges, cross-sells, or gift cards, thereby minimizing refunds. The system integrates with existing ecosystems to streamline logistics and provide actionable data for product development.
Funding: $6.0M
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Funding: $6.0M
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Ina provides on-demand access to vetted infant caregivers for new parents. The platform offers flexible booking for overnight and daytime support, helping families manage the demands of early parenthood and improve well-being.
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10+Approximate amount of employees
This company deploys low-profile, Level 2 EV charging infrastructure directly onto city curbsides by partnering with property owners. They manage the installation and maintenance, utilizing existing electrical supply at no cost to the property owner. Drivers access the network using a portable cable provided upon membership signup, facilitating convenient urban electric vehicle charging.
Funding: $11.2M
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Failup VenturesUber
Failup VenturesUber
Funding: $11.2M
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Mahmee offers a virtual, wraparound maternal care platform that connects expectant and new parents with a coordinated team of nurses, doulers, lactation consultants, mental‑health specialists, and nutritionists. Through video visits, messaging, and digital resources, families receive continuous prenatal, birth, and postpartum support tailored to their medical history and cultural preferences, aiming to improve breastfeeding rates and reduce preterm births and NICU admissions.
Funding: $1.8M
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Funding: $1.8M
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Lo provides a platform for managing and automating commercial real estate leasing workflows. It centralizes lease documentation, tracks key dates, and streamlines communication between landlords and tenants. This system helps commercial property managers reduce administrative overhead and ensure compliance across their portfolio.
Funding: $1.6M
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Funding: $1.6M
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OneRoof is a community-building platform that connects residents within the same building through a mobile application, facilitating communication and resource sharing. By enabling users to engage in discussions, make local offers, and share recommendations, OneRoof addresses the lack of neighborly interaction and support in urban living environments.
20+
1K+Approximate amount of employees
Funding: $4.8M
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Chamaeleon
Chamaeleon
Funding: $4.8M
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Oova provides at-home hormone testing that quantitatively measures luteinizing hormone (LH), E3G, and PdG levels through urine samples, allowing users to track their unique cycle patterns. This technology enables individuals to identify ovulation and monitor hormonal changes, addressing challenges related to fertility and perimenopause without the need for blood tests.
Funding: $22.8M
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Spero Ventures
Spero Ventures
Funding: $22.8M
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Realworld is a life management platform that centralizes personal information and automates reminders using AI-driven insights, enabling users to efficiently organize important documents and track essential tasks. By providing a secure digital vault and a financial dashboard, Realworld helps users save time and reduce stress associated with managing life’s complexities.
Rebellyous Foods develops proprietary manufacturing technology to produce plant-based chicken products, including nuggets, patties, and tenders, using advanced food processing techniques. The company addresses the demand for sustainable protein alternatives by providing a cruelty-free option that mimics the taste and texture of traditional chicken at a competitive price.
Funding: $47.4M
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Funding: $47.4M
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Provides a real-time animation platform that uses state-driven animation and interactive design tools to create production-ready graphics for games, apps, and websites. By eliminating the need for hard-coded animations, it enables teams to streamline workflows, improve iteration speed, and deliver high-quality, responsive visual experiences across multiple platforms.
Funding: $14.0M
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Two Sigma Ventures
Two Sigma Ventures
Funding: $14.0M
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Simplifyber produces fully-molded garment and shoe uppers from a cellulose-based liquid, significantly reducing CO2 emissions by 33 times compared to traditional manufacturing methods. This process eliminates the need for spinning, weaving, and extensive cutting and sewing, addressing the environmental impact of conventional shoe production.
Funding: $3.6M
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Funding: $3.6M
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StyleRow is a project management platform designed specifically for interior designers, offering tools for budgeting, client presentations, and centralized communication to streamline the design process. By eliminating the need for spreadsheets and consolidating project management tasks, StyleRow enhances efficiency and profitability for design professionals.
Funding: $2.1M
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Funding: $2.1M
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Sway develops seaweed-based materials that serve as compostable alternatives to traditional plastics, specifically targeting flexible packaging applications. By utilizing natural polymers from seaweed, Sway addresses plastic pollution and promotes a circular economy through regenerative design principles.
Funding: $7.1M
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Third Nature Ventures
Third Nature Ventures
Funding: $7.1M
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Testmate Health develops self-testing kits that provide rapid diagnostic results at home, eliminating the need for in-person visits. This technology addresses the delay and inconvenience associated with traditional testing methods, enabling users to receive results in minutes.
Funding: $7.8M
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RH Capital
RH Capital
Funding: $7.8M
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WTHN
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Kinema
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Leda Health
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Chiyo
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Dogdrop
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c16 Biosciences
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