If you are a tech entrepreneur or you vicariously observe them, no doubt it’s hard out there at times. While startups are not for just anyone — statistically, less than 1% of Minnesotan’s will even try — it always helps to have camaraderie and companionship along the way.
Sr. Software Engineer at Code42
Minneapolis, MN
Buried in the buzz of GoKart Labs’ Venture arm announcement was the fresh funding of Kaleidoscope Group, which received $650k+ to develop and grow a new scholarship management saas platform.
It is led by Minnesota tech entrepreneur Greg Dehn, who spoke with us about the milestone and his bold future plans for this nascent startup.
When and why Kaleidoscope?
As a first generation college graduate, my education was entirely made possible through scholarship funds and financial support from generous individuals and institutions.
MNvest portal VentureNear is on the market, listed for sale and asking $50k.
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By Joe Carlson, Star Tribune
“Your smartphone can help you peek through a home security camera while you’re at work, and it can show you a real-time map filled with cars ready to give you a lift on a moment’s notice.
But when it comes to displaying blood-sugar levels for diabetics, the promise of an accurate and simple smartphone app still seems like a far-off goal. This week Twin Cities device maker Pops! Diabetes Care enrolled its first patient in a clinical study it is sponsoring to see whether a device it calls the “Pops! one” can finally fill that long-sought niche.”
By Patrick Thomas, Star Tribune
“Working for the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning, Angelina Lawton found herself surprised at the number of professional sports teams who were still using PowerPoint, the PC presentation software, in presentations to potential sponsors.
She hatched an idea for a company [Sportsdigita] that would create customizable presentation designs for sports teams, which, at both the pro and collegiate level, have back offices filled with people ginning up sponsorships, ticketing promotions and fan engagement events.”
Via News Release
“We are excited to share with you that Atomic Learning and Versifit Technologies are now Hoonuit! Over the past few years the Atomic Learning organization has evolved amidst a dynamic, ever-changing industry.
During that time we have acquired Versifit Technologies, conducted extensive research on your needs, and invested in expanding our instructional offering. In turn, our organization’s purpose has multiplied and now gives us the opportunity to serve you in an expanded capacity.”
Bright Health, the Minnesota-based insurtech venture with $240 million in funding behind, it has acquired nearby digital marketing agency Spyder Trap.
Reach, relationships, money, tech, team, and experience — many of the big boxes are already checked for SportsHub Technologies. The new holding company formed and operated by legendary local entrepreneur Rob Phythian includes the resurrection of Fanball, an earlier career win with partner Paul Charchian.
“This is our coming out party,” he begins by saying.
CEO Pete Clagett has left emerging healthtech startup MyMeds, according to company founder Rajiv Shah.