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FSH Technologies Raises $25 Million to Take On The Consulting Firms Running Up The Bill on American Taxpayers

PHILADELPHIA, PAThe company is taking its bill-by-results model nationwide, up against the consulting firms and point-solution vendors that have run up the bill on American taxpayers for decades  FSH Technologies, which builds software for cities, school districts and state agencies to replace outdated, slow-moving government IT systems, today announced $25 million in total funding. That includes a […]

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The company is taking its bill-by-results model nationwide, up against the consulting firms and point-solution vendors that have run up the bill on American taxpayers for decades

 FSH Technologies, which builds software for cities, school districts and state agencies to replace outdated, slow-moving government IT systems, today announced $25 million in total funding. That includes a $20 million Series A led by Lachy Groom, an early backer of Figma, Notion, Ramp and Lattice, with Acrew Capital co-leading and Operator Partners, Contrary, Cooley and several angels also participating. The round follows an earlier $5 million seed led by Contrary with Acrew Capital, General Catalyst, Scribble Ventures and Basis Set Ventures joining.

 

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“Bill-by-the-hour is why consulting can never lead to government efficiency,” said Lilly Chen, founder and CEO of FSH. “We built the opposite model. We only grow when a city or school district loves our solution and expands the scope, so the incentive is to build something that works, not to stretch out the invoice.”

Chen previously worked as an AI/ML engineer at Meta before advising on Philadelphia’s mayoral transition team, where she saw firsthand how city procurement decisions get made, and who they fail. Before that, she spent time as a Buddhist monk and professional video game player. The company’s name comes from a saying she carried out of that period: be the pond, not the fish — look at the whole picture, not one problem in isolation.

FSH’s model is already replacing the two kinds of vendors that dominate the $160 billion state and local government IT market: consulting firms that bill by the hour, where a slow project is more profitable than a fast one, and point-solution vendors that get bought up by private equity and coast on renewal fees. Pittsburgh Public Schools moved to FSH after a security vulnerability in its previous vendor exposed student data. Buffalo made a similar switch after years on a system that had simply stopped keeping up. When a Philadelphia tax law change left thousands of small businesses suddenly owing a new city tax, FSH stood up a support program in a single month that reached more than 1,000 businesses in 13 languages, most filing for the first time.

“GovTech is a notoriously difficult space because people think bureaucracy is a grind. Lilly and the FSH team obsessively enjoy solving what everyone else thinks is boring. It takes that level of intense optimism to change something that’s always been broken,” said Lachy Groom.

FSH has grown revenue inside more than 30% of its existing accounts, for a 1,340% increase across that group. After activating its expansion strategy in the second quarter of 2026, the company’s own annual recurring revenue grew sevenfold. FSH projects reaching $450 million in annual recurring revenue by 2028. The company is now taking the model nationwide, expanding from its current base in Buffalo, Denver, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh with a goal of operating in all 50 states within the year, adding categories including EMS and police scheduling, transit management and case management along the way.

Lilly Chen is joined by COO Jason Chen, who spent six years as a Partner at Contrary after starting his career at PwC, and CTO Rodda John, who led Ramp’s 20-person engineering team behind billpay.com before co-founding Moab, an ERP startup for equipment rental companies.

The new funding will go toward product development, sales growth, and hiring, taking FSH’s team from 11 to more than 45, primarily in engineering, design and client strategy. FSH’s long-term goal is to make government software work, by default.

About FSH Technologies

FSH Technologies builds software for governments and school districts nationwide, replacing hourly-billed consulting firms and point-solution vendors with a single platform that only grows when the software actually works. FSH currently serves Buffalo, Denver, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, among other locations, with plans to expand to all 50 states.

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Artefact and BigID Announce New Partnership into North America to Secure the Data Foundations Behind Enterprise AI

New York, USAThe combination of BigID’s data security and AI data intelligence platform and Artefact’s AI Risk & Data Trust practice gives North American enterprises a single path from data exposure to governed, defensible

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The combination of BigID's data security and AI data intelligence platform and Artefact's AI Risk & Data Trust practice gives North American enterprises a single path from data exposure to governed, defensible

Artefact, the global AI-first consultancy, and BigID, the data security, compliance, and AI data intelligence platform, today announced a new strategic partnership across North America.

The alliance adds BigID’s data discovery, classification, and security posture management layer to Artefact’s AI Risk & Data Trust practice, giving joint clients a path that starts with knowing where sensitive data actually lives and ends with an enforced, auditable AI governance program built on top of it.

This partnership responds to a risk many enterprises are only beginning to address: AI tools now reach more of the business’s data than security teams can see or control, from shared drives and SaaS systems to the files and prompts that power today’s AI agents. As sensitive data increasingly flows into AI systems without oversight, it runs into a fast-expanding wave of state data-security, breach-notification, and AI governance requirements. These exposures  land on a CISO’s or general counsel’s desk directly, not as a line item in an AI governance policy.

“Enterprises want to move faster with AI, but they need confidence that sensitive data won’t end up in the wrong hands or the wrong AI workflow,” said Ian Williamson, SVP of Alliances at BigID. “BigID brings visibility and control over the data people and AI agents can access. Artefact brings the expertise to put those controls to work across the business. Together, we help customers build security into their AI programs from the start and keep pace as those programs grow.”

Artefact’s North American entity, led by Ghadi Hobeika, pairs regulatory and governance-architecture expertise with hands-on technical build, including policy-as-code implementation and MCP governance work for agentic AI systems, alongside advanced deployment partnerships with Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI.

Artefact was also named Google AI Partner of the Year in EMEA for two consecutive years and is among a select group of firms worldwide holding deployment certifications across all three major frontier AI platforms.

“Governance frameworks only work if you know what you’re governing,” said Ghadi Hobeika, CEO North America, Artefact. “BigID gives our clients the visibility and control layer; what sensitive data exists, where it lives, and who or what can reach it, including the AI systems now querying it directly. We build the program on top: executing the access controls, the audit trails, the operating model that turns visibility into an enforceable standard. This partnership lets us start engagements a step earlier and hand clients something more defensible at the end.”

Co-delivering AI trust and security

The partnership combines BigID’s Data Security Platform, including Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), AI Security Posture Management, DSPM-Augmented DLP, Data Access Governance, and AI Governance, with Artefact’s implementation capabilities across the data security and AI-readiness lifecycle: data discovery and classification, access governance design, AI data-exposure assessment, DLP and DSPM policy tuning, and integration into broader AI governance and automated decision-making technology (ADMT) programs already underway at client organizations.

As part of the expanded relationship, Artefact has also been certified as a BigID reseller for North America, allowing Artefact-led engagements to include BigID licensing directly under a single commercial relationship, reducing procurement friction for clients who want one accountable partner for both the technology and the delivery.

The substance of the partnership is the delivery model: joint methodology, cross-trained technical teams, and Artefact staff operating the BigID platform as part of broader AI Risk & Data Trust engagements, not a standalone software resale motion.

“The conversation about AI governance has gotten ahead of the conversation about data,” said Paul Laurent, Head of AI Risk & Data Trust, Artefact. “You cannot write a credible AI policy for data you haven’t classified, or attest to controls over access paths you haven’t mapped. This partnership lets us close that gap for clients before it turns up as a finding in their next audit.”

The partnership includes joint go-to-market programs, coordinated client enablement, and delivery teams cross-trained across both platforms, extending Artefact’s AI Risk & Data Trust practice down into the data security layer it depends on.

About Artefact

Artefact is a leading AI-native consulting and engineering firm that bridges the gap between visionary strategy and production-grade delivery to reshape the future of work. Headquartered in Paris and leading the market across Europe, our global force of 2,500+ professionals across 27 countries helps the world’s top brands turn AI potential into massive, measurable value. Since 2014, our team has moved past the pilot phase to design, build, and scale high-impact AI programs and agentic workflows for over 1,000 global clients, including some of the world’s most recognizable brands.

In North America, our specialized AI Risk & Data Trust practice works with enterprise clients in financial services, insurance, healthcare, and technology to build the crucial governance infrastructure required to deploy AI responsibly at scale. Backed by Cinven, Artefact holds advanced deployment partnerships with industry giants Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI, and was proudly named Google AI Partner of the Year in EMEA for two consecutive years. This is where top-tier consulting meets engineering-grade execution to build a smarter, more responsible, and more productive tomorrow.

For more information, visit artefact.com

About BigID

BigID helps organizations connect the dots in data & AI: for security, governance, privacy, compliance, and AI data management. BigID enables customers to find, understand, manage, protect, and take action on high-risk & high-value data, wherever it lives. Customers use BigID to reduce their AI & data risk, automate security and privacy controls, achieve compliance, and understand their data throughout their entire data landscape: from the cloud, on-prem, and everywhere in between. BigID has been recognized for innovation as a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer; named to the Forbes Cloud 100; the Inc 5000 for 4 consecutive years; the Deloitte 500 for 4 consecutive years; Market Leader in Data Security Posture Management (DSPM); and an RSA Innovation Sandbox winner.

For more information, visit bigid.com

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NovaChargeX Unveils XDriveMax™, a New Hybrid Energy Architecture Designed for the AI Infrastructure Era

SAN FRANCISCO, CAProtected standalone-capable technology developed to enhance existing energy systems and support growing power demand from AI data centers, industrial facilities and next-generation infrastructure

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Protected standalone-capable technology developed to enhance existing energy systems and support growing power demand from AI data centers, industrial facilities and next-generation infrastructure

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, data centers and electrified infrastructure is creating a growing challenge for the global energy sector: how to provide reliable, scalable electricity while existing grids, renewable resources and generation assets continue to face capacity, efficiency and reliability constraints.

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For NovaChargeX, this challenge represents more than a market opportunity. It reflects the growing need for new energy technologies and different approaches to how energy systems are designed, integrated and enhanced.

NovaChargeX has developed XDriveMax™, a protected hybrid regenerative energy architecture designed to operate as a standalone system or integrate with existing energy infrastructure. The technology is intended to expand energy-system capabilities in environments that may already include grid electricity, solar, wind, battery storage or other generation resources.

Unlike technologies designed around a single operating configuration, XDriveMax™ provides flexibility across multiple applications. It can function independently where a standalone energy architecture is required or be deployed within existing energy environments to support broader system performance without requiring the replacement of infrastructure already in operation.

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This flexibility reflects NovaChargeX’s focus on developing new energy architectures rather than simply introducing another source of electricity. The company has designed XDriveMax™ as a technological platform capable of operating independently while also complementing existing and emerging energy systems.

The significance of this approach is becoming increasingly clear as global electricity demand accelerates.

Modern AI data centers require substantial and continuous electrical power, often operating around the clock. Reliability, availability and resilience have therefore become central considerations for developers, utilities and infrastructure operators seeking to support expanding computational workloads.

Meeting future energy requirements will likely require multiple technologies working together, alongside architectures capable of operating independently when necessary. Existing generation assets and electric grids will continue to play a critical role, while additional technologies can contribute greater flexibility, integration and capacity to support the expansion of high-demand infrastructure.

Within this evolving environment, NovaChargeX is pursuing a clear objective: bringing XDriveMax™ into commercial applications supporting AI computing facilities, data centers, industrial operations, commercial developments and other energy-intensive infrastructure through either standalone deployment or integration with broader energy systems.

The company is actively exploring commercial deployments, strategic partnerships and integration opportunities across multiple international markets as it advances commercialization of the XDriveMax™ platform.

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Rather than positioning the technology solely as a replacement solution, NovaChargeX is focused on environments where its hybrid regenerative architecture can provide independent capability or work alongside existing infrastructure to expand the flexibility and resilience of broader energy systems.

NovaChargeX is also developing the NCX digital infrastructure layer alongside XDriveMax™ to support deployment authorization, operational data management, system coordination and future infrastructure administration across installations.

NovaChargeX’s technology is supported by intellectual-property filings and protections in the United States and other jurisdictions, forming part of the company’s strategy to establish and commercialize its proprietary energy architecture internationally.

As demand from AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing facilities and other energy-intensive industries continues to grow, generation capacity, reliability, system integration and intelligent energy management are becoming increasingly interconnected.

NovaChargeX intends to participate in this transition by bringing a new energy architecture to market—one designed to operate independently when required and to work alongside the energy infrastructure already being built and deployed around the world.

The company’s next chapter is therefore not simply about supplying more energy. It is about expanding the ways energy can be generated, integrated and managed for a new generation of power-intensive infrastructure.

About NovaChargeX

NovaChargeX is a U.S.-based energy technology company developing XDriveMax™, a protected hybrid regenerative energy architecture designed to operate as a standalone system or enhance existing and emerging energy systems, together with the NCX digital infrastructure layer. The company focuses on deploying and integrating its technology across industrial, commercial and next-generation infrastructure applications.

NCX Infrastructure Layer: www.novachargex-ncx.com

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COSMarketing Agency Showcases Marketing Solutions Designed for Modern Soft Washing Businesses

Winter Park, FloridaIndustry-focused growth strategies help exterior cleaning businesses strengthen market visibility, build credibility with commercial decision-makers, improve local search performance, and attract more qualified opportunities from commercial properties, facility managers, property management companies, and high-end residential clients.

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Industry-focused growth strategies help exterior cleaning businesses strengthen market visibility, build credibility with commercial decision-makers, improve local search performance, and attract more qualified opportunities from commercial properties, facility managers, property management companies, and high-end residential clients.

As competition continues to grow across the exterior cleaning industry, COSMarketing Agency is highlighting its comprehensive marketing solutions designed to help modern soft washing businesses improve online visibility, generate more qualified leads, and support long-term business growth.

Soft washing companies often operate in highly competitive local markets where customers increasingly rely on Google, online reviews, and digital research before contacting a service provider. Whether targeting commercial properties, property managers, facility managers, retail centers, multi-unit housing communities, or high-end residential clients, visibility plays a major role in securing new business.

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Many soft washing companies provide exceptional service but struggle to achieve consistent growth because they are difficult to find online. Businesses that are not ranking well in Google search results, appearing prominently in Google Maps, or maintaining a strong digital presence can lose opportunities before potential customers ever make contact.

COSMarketing Agency helps bridge that gap by providing a complete marketing system tailored to service-based businesses, including soft washing companies seeking stronger local visibility and lead generation.

“Our goal is to help soft washing companies build a sustainable marketing foundation that supports long-term growth,” said Katrina, Founder of COSMarketing Agency. “Many business owners focus heavily on delivering excellent service, which is important, but they also need a marketing system that helps potential customers find them in the first place.”

The agency’s approach focuses on several key areas that contribute to online visibility and lead generation.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) helps soft washing companies improve their rankings in Google search results and appear when potential customers search for exterior cleaning services. Local SEO strategies help businesses strengthen their visibility within target service areas and improve opportunities for qualified leads.

Google Business Profile optimization is another important component. Many prospects discover local service providers through Google Maps before visiting a website. Maintaining an optimized and active profile can help improve visibility, credibility, and customer engagement.

Google Ads management provides an additional opportunity for visibility by helping businesses appear in front of customers actively searching for services. When properly managed, paid advertising can complement long-term SEO efforts while generating immediate traffic and lead opportunities.

Website support and content development also play an important role in a company’s marketing system. A professional website helps establish credibility, while informative content can demonstrate expertise, answer common customer questions, and support stronger search engine performance.

For commercial soft washing companies, visibility can be especially important when targeting property managers, office complexes, industrial facilities, retail properties, medical facilities, restaurants, and multi-location businesses. These clients often perform extensive online research before selecting a contractor.

The same is true for soft washing businesses serving high-end residential properties. Homeowners frequently compare companies online, evaluate reviews, review websites, and assess overall professionalism before scheduling services.

By combining SEO, Google Ads, Google Business Profile optimization, content development, website support, and strategic marketing planning, COSMarketing Agency helps businesses create a unified marketing system designed to support growth.

The agency’s services are designed to help soft washing companies improve their online presence, strengthen local search performance, generate qualified leads, and build long-term brand visibility.

“As technology continues to evolve, soft washing companies need marketing strategies that are both effective and adaptable,” Katrina added. “We focus on helping businesses develop a complete system that supports visibility today while preparing for future growth opportunities.”

Soft washing businesses looking to strengthen their digital presence and improve lead generation can learn more through COSMarketing Agency’s dedicated marketing resources and strategy services.

Book a FREE Marketing Strategy Meeting

Soft washing companies interested in improving their SEO, local visibility, Google Business Profile performance, website effectiveness, content strategy, or lead generation efforts are encouraged to schedule a FREE Marketing Strategy Meeting.

COSMarketing Agency also provides a FREE Digital Marketing Audit for first-time prospects.

Name: Katrina Tecxidor

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Website: COSMarketingAgency.com

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COSMarketing Agency is a Winter Park, Florida-based digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, content development, social media management, website maintenance, Google Business Profile optimization, Google Ads support, press releases, and long-term marketing strategy. 

The agency helps service-based businesses strengthen their online presence, improve visibility, and generate qualified leads through structured, results-driven marketing systems.

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