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§ Venture Capital · AZ, USA
Venture development platform commercializing solutions and scaling early-stage startups in aerospace, B2B, consumer, IoT, and healthcare.
Key people at Immersion.
Immersion Inno is an innovation ecosystem and venture development platform that assists early-stage startups and founders in commercializing solutions and scaling businesses, based in Scottsdale, Arizona. The organization operates through structured venture development programs, dedicated fund and investment vehicles such as Immersion Ventures, and comprehensive ecosystem services for founders and enterprises. It targets diverse sectors including aerospace, B2B enterprise, consumer products, Internet of Things, and healthcare. Immersion Inno maintains a team of 11-50 employees, with a leadership bench that includes former public-company treasurers and CFA-credentialed finance strategists. In 2023, the platform was publicly profiled as a new innovation ecosystem, subsequently launching iiCare, its philanthropic division focused on healthcare innovation access and capital deployment. Co-Founder and General Partner Nathan Harris, alongside Co-Founder Kiam Donte Cook, who leads iiCare, guide the organization, which was founded in 2023 by Harris and Cook.
Key people at Immersion.
Immersion Corporation is a pioneering technology company specializing in haptic technology, which delivers life-like digital touch feedback across multiple sectors including mobile devices, automotive, gaming, and consumer electronics. Their products and services enable device manufacturers, haptic hardware companies, designers, and developers to create immersive touch experiences that enhance user interaction. Immersion’s technology is embedded in over 3 billion devices worldwide, reflecting strong growth momentum driven by continuous R&D and partnerships within the ecosystem[1][3][6].
Founded in 1993 in California, Immersion was an early innovator in sensory technology, envisioning a future where touch feedback would transform human-machine interfaces. The company was reincorporated in Delaware in 1999 and has since evolved to serve a broad range of industries with a vast patent portfolio (over 1200 patents) focused on virtual reality, gaming controllers, and haptics. The founding vision was to make digital touch natural, emotional, and familiar, which has been realized through their widespread adoption and ongoing innovation[3][6].
Immersion rides the wave of increasing demand for natural and immersive human-computer interaction, driven by trends in virtual reality, augmented reality, gaming, and automotive interfaces. As devices become more interactive and sensory-rich, haptic feedback enhances user experience by adding a tactile dimension, making digital interactions more intuitive and emotionally engaging. The timing is critical as the metaverse, autonomous vehicles, and wearable tech expand, all requiring sophisticated touch feedback. Immersion’s technology influences the broader ecosystem by enabling partners to deliver differentiated products that stand out in crowded markets[1][3][6].
Looking ahead, Immersion is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing integration of haptics in emerging technologies such as VR/AR, automotive safety systems, and advanced mobile devices. Trends like the metaverse and sensory computing will likely shape their journey, expanding the role of touch in digital experiences. Their continued investment in R&D and ecosystem partnerships suggests they will maintain leadership in haptic innovation, potentially influencing new standards for immersive technology and user interface design.
In summary, Immersion’s foundational vision of making digital touch ubiquitous and meaningful continues to drive its evolution, making it a key player in the sensory-rich future of technology[1][3][6].
