Swept.AI: Bringing Innovation Home

Swept.AI: Bringing Innovation Home 

Investing in Saginaw’s Future Through Local Talent and Tech 

Swept.AI, a growing technology company working in artificial intelligence, is turning heads after securing a pre-seed investment round led by Chicago-based venture capital firm M25. For Founder and CEO Shane Emmons, the real win is much closer to home: bringing innovation, opportunity, and meaningful jobs back to Saginaw.  

“I know there’s untapped talent in Saginaw, and I was one of them,” said Emmons. “Bringing high-tech into this area is something I’m passionate about, because I want people to see the opportunities here. There’s so much potential in Saginaw - there’s a reason I haven’t left. We’re committed to bringing as much of the company here as possible so people can experience it firsthand, and then they can decide where they want to go from there.” 

Shane Emmons’ entrepreneurial journey is deeply rooted in Saginaw. He grew up seeing both the challenges and potential that exist in communities often overlooked by the high-tech industry. After building a successful career in tech, he felt a pull to bring that experience back home. That pull became the driving force behind Swept.AI, a company built not just to solve complex problems with artificial intelligence, but to create real opportunities for the people of Saginaw. 

“Swept.AI leveraged several accelerator programs offered through the MEDC to help fuel their growth,” said President + CEO of CMURC Erin Strang. “Shane is a shining example of how local talent, when supported with the right resources, can create something truly extraordinary right here in our own backyard. This is the kind of impact that makes our region stronger and more competitive.” 

Swept.AI has utilized resources offered through CMURC, including coworking space, entrepreneurial support, and access to SmartZone programs like the Business Accelerator Fund (BAF). These tools have helped support the company’s early momentum and growth while keeping its roots in Saginaw. By connecting entrepreneurs to resources and a collaborative environment, CMURC plays a vital role in helping companies like Swept.AI thrive locally and contribute to a stronger regional economy. 

With innovation at its core and Saginaw in its heart, Swept.AI is proving that high-tech success doesn’t have to mean leaving home - it can mean building something even better right where it all began. To learn more about Swept.AI’s mission or explore ways to collaborate, visit www.swept.ai/. Entrepreneurs looking to grow in the Great Lakes Bay Region can also explore the resources available at CMURC by visiting www.cmurc.com.