With a diverse array of developments at companies across the Centennial State, find out what’s in store for the future of Colorado tech. This is the Built In Colorado weekly refresh.
Outrider expands into Brighton. Specializing in building autonomous yard truck logistics tech, Outrider opened a new testing facility located just north of Denver. The 200,000-square-foot space operates tests for the company’s software that can deploy multiple vehicles with one click. As Golden-based Outrider continues to grow, the company is also currently hiring to grow its 140-person team. [Built In Colorado]
Firebrand closed on its second fund. The Boulder-based VC firm invests in seed-stage tech startups across the United States and Canada. It closed on its $40 million fund, Firebrand Ventures II, and so far has invested in eight companies based in locations including Detroit, Seattle and Toronto. It also announced the addition of Leo Morton and Claire Hansen to its team as advisor and principal respectively. The firm is also opening an office in Austin. [Built In Colorado]
Colorado Tech Quote of the Week
interviewIA works to help companies reduce hiring bias. Based in Denver, the startup provides enterprises with software that employs behavioral science and intelligence amplification tech to reduce bias throughout the hiring process. Its usership has grown during a time where millions are searching for new jobs, and, so far, interviewIA has been used to conduct 581 interviews since its February launch. Next, it’s planning to add a self-service option to its platform. [Built In Colorado]
Gorilla Logic acquired Modernist Studio. Operating a studio that helps companies envision and design multi-platform products, Modernist Studio is joining forces with Gorilla Logic, a Broomfield-based software development services company. With the acquisition, Gorilla Logic will be able to build out its offerings of products and services to provide end-to-end support for its clients. [PR Newswire]
ToolWatch hired a new CEO. The company provides businesses in the construction, utilities, and oil and gas industries with software to help with tool and equipment tracking and operations management. It appointed Jay Martin, formerly COO of EagleView, as its new chief executive officer. Martin will be responsible for all of the company’s operational aspects as he focuses on finding ways to extend ToolWatch’s product. [PR Newswire]
