About Motaris
Motaris makes powered devices worn on the legs for frontline workers. It is developing the technology for people in logistics, warehousing and retail.
Motaris is based in Ann Arbor. Joseph Gregg is its chief executive officer and a director. Robert Gregg, an executive officer and director, is a University of Michigan professor in robotics, electrical engineering and computer science, and mechanical engineering.
Funding Rounds (SEC Form D)
| First sale | Filed with SEC | Amount sold | Investors | Avg. check | Terms | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | Oct 16, 2026 | $50,000of $300K target | 1 | $50,000 | SAFEsRule 506(b) | Form D ↗ |
First sale is the date the first investor in the offering committed to invest. Companies must file Form D within 15 days of that date, so filing dates run later.
Why Investors Backed Motaris
Motaris is developing wearable robots for frontline workers. It also works on software and internet-connected systems. Its stated sectors span logistics, automotive and heavy-duty transportation.
The problem it targets
Motaris targets physically demanding logistics roles. Its website also identifies warehousing and retail workers as intended users.
What the product does
The core product is a powered lower-limb exoskeleton, a motorized device worn on the legs. Motaris also develops software and connected-device solutions for automotive and heavy-duty transportation.
Progress so far
Motaris was founded in 2026. It was formed to develop and commercialize its powered lower-limb exoskeleton technology.
Who backs it
Innovation Partnerships sought approval for University of Michigan-managed funds to enter financing agreements with Motaris. The university would receive equity or a future equity interest if a transaction proceeds. Potential investments could span one or more rounds and were capped at 10% of each relevant fund's assets. The funds had no obligation to invest.
We wrote this summary from public statements by Motaris and its investors. It is not investment advice.
Leadership Team
Executive officers and directors listed on Motaris's Form D filed Oct 16, 2026.