FirstIgnite develops AI-powered tools for universities. Our product supports Tech Transfer, Corporate Relations, Advancement, Career and Research Development efforts to help universities grow.
FirstIgnite develops AI-powered tools for universities. Our product supports Tech Transfer, Corporate Relations, Advancement, Career and Research Development efforts to help universities grow.
Sector: AI-powered software for university research commercialization
Founded: 2019
Headquarters: Traverse City, Michigan, United States
Customers: Supports 40+ universities
Exit: Acquired by Merit Holdings (Feb 5, 2026)
Bridging academic research and industry through marketing, matchmaking, and commercialization support.
2019
Technology, Information and Internet
Listed as latest funding round on public profile (Oct 31, 2021).
$125k
Y Combinator entry in Sep 2021 for $125k.
“Backed by seed-stage investors including Y Combinator, Red Cedar Ventures and Frontier Ventures”
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