Convoi Ventures

Convoi Ventures

Investment Management

Orem, Utah 1,968 followers

Convoi Ventures' mission is to be the first to find and fund Utah's next breakout founders and startups.

About us

Utah lacks true "early stage, take a bet on founders before anyone else will" capital. Convoi Ventures will fill that gap, writing checks to Utah founders early and often. In addition to capital, founders need networks. Convoi will strive to create the best network of fellow early stage founders, later stage mentors, and investors at pre-seed and later stages.

Industry
Investment Management
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Orem, Utah
Type
Partnership
Founded
2021

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  • Incredible recognition for Nate, Gilbert Lee and the whole Torus team. Joining an amazing list of innovation to come out of Utah. One of the most ambitious startups to ever come out of our state.

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    CEO and Founder of Torus

    Exciting News! I’m thrilled to announce that our Flywheel Energy Storage System, Torus Nova Spin, has been recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2024! Link Here: (https://lnkd.in/g3DqCH-C) This honor is a tremendous milestone for our team, validating our mission to innovate and manufacture energy storage solutions here in the United States. We’re deeply proud to be part of advancing technology and sustainability on a global scale. This recognition also places us alongside a distinguished history of Utah-based innovation. TIME BEST INVENTIONS (https://lnkd.in/gxRZvYPk) Here is a look at other impactful inventions from our state that have received this level of TIME recognition: Artificial Heart (1982): The University of Utah’s groundbreaking Jarvik-7, developed by Dr. Robert Jarvik, marked the world’s first artificial heart transplant and paved the way for life-saving cardiac technologies. Television (1920s): Philo T. Farnsworth, who grew up partly in Utah, developed the first fully electronic television, revolutionizing communication and entertainment. Electric Traffic Light (1912): Salt Lake City’s own Lester F. Wire invented the first electric traffic signal, a milestone in transportation safety that set a worldwide standard. Video Game Industry (1970s): Utah native Nolan Bushnell co-founded Atari and created Pong, sparking the modern gaming industry and bringing interactive entertainment to households worldwide. Utah Bionic Leg (2023): Last year, Dr. Tommaso Lenzi’s team at the University of Utah earned a spot on TIME's list with the innovative Utah Bionic Leg, recognized for its life-changing impact on mobility. We’re humbled to stand among such remarkable achievements. Onward to new horizons!

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  • Excited for Nate Walkingshaw and Gilbert Lee and team to continue building on their vision to make clean renewable energy and storage available to all!

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    We're thrilled to announce that Torus has secured $67 million in equity financing! Led by Origin Ventures and joined by esteemed investors including EPIC Ventures, Cumming Capital, The Larry H. Miller Company, Zions Bank, and ICONIQ Capital this funding round marks a pivotal moment for Torus as we expand our energy storage and management platform. We’re also delighted to welcome David Bywater and Brent Hill to our board. David Bywater, former CEO of Vivint Smart Home and Vivint Solar, brings invaluable insight and expertise to guide us in unlocking the immense potential of renewable energy storage. Brent Hill, Managing Director at Origin Ventures, shares our vision, and will play a vital role in propelling Torus forward in its growth and scaling endeavors. Thank you to our investors and board members for believing in our technology and supporting our mission to make clean, renewable energy accessible to all. 🌎 Learn more here: https://ow.ly/EF9B50R74AI #solarpanels #batterybackup #homebattery #poweroutage #torus #renewableenergy

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