Marie Rocha

Realist Ventures LLC (Realist Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Marie Rocha. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

Part of Connecticut Innovations, Inc., CTNext LLC is a catalyst for entrepreneurship. The company is based in Hartford, CT. CTNext leverages public and private investment to create and support programs that help fund, advise, connect, and inspire innovators with new and early-stage companies. The company's mission is to accelerate startup growth and success, positioning Connecticut as the most desirable location in the country for an innovative company to build, grow, and create jobs. CTNext develops programs and funding to help technology- and innovation-based startups and early-stage businesses grow in Connecticut. CTNext also manages initiatives to expand and strengthen the ecosystem that supports new business development across the state, including innovation places, the technology talent bridge, CTNext partners, and more. In other words, they equip startups and entrepreneurs with resources, guidance, and networks to accelerate growth and success.

Vest Her Ventures (Vest) is a venture capital subsidiary of Vest Her Inc founded in 2020 by Erika Lucas. The firm is headquartered in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Shipsi, Inc. provides online shipping plug-in for retailers. The company was founded by Chelsie Lee and Ben Way and is headquartered in Venice, CA.

The Greenwich Academy, Inc. provides educational services. The company was founded in 1827 and is located in Greenwich, CT.