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McKINNEY, Texas – The McKinney Innovation Fund, powered by the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), has announced that Nerveli has joined its growing portfolio of innovative companies. Nerveli is an AI-driven technology company focused on science-based AI chronic pain recovery and overall well-being through intelligent, data-informed solutions.

By joining the Innovation Fund, Nerveli will establish a presence in McKinney as it continues to scale its platform, build strategic partnerships, and accelerate product development. The company’s approach combines advanced analytics with user-centered design to help individuals and organizations make smarter decisions around health and performance.

“Nerveli represents the kind of forward-thinking, impact-driven innovation we want to attract and support in McKinney,” said Michael Kowski, President and CEO of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation. “Their focus on applying AI in a practical, human-centered way aligns well with our vision for building a strong, diverse innovation economy. We’re excited to welcome their team to McKinney and support their next phase of growth.”

Nerveli joins a growing group of technology and innovation-focused companies supported by the McKinney Innovation Fund, which provides non-dilutive funding, strategic guidance, and access to local and regional resources designed to help startups scale successfully in North Texas

“McKinney stood out to us as a city that truly understands how to support emerging technology companies,” said Leon Jacobson, Founder and CEO of Nerveli. “The Innovation Fund offers more than capital. It offers access, relationships, and a community that wants to see companies like ours succeed. We’re excited to build in McKinney and grow alongside this ecosystem.”

The McKinney Innovation Fund continues to attract high-growth companies from around the world by pairing financial incentives with hands-on support, talent connections, and a business-friendly environment. Nerveli’s expansion further strengthens McKinney’s position as a hub for applied AI, health technology, and next-generation innovation.

For more information about the McKinney Innovation Fund, visit uniquemckinney.com. To learn more about Nerveli, visit getnerveli.com.

About Nerveli

Nerveli is an AI-driven technology company focused on improving health through personalized science-based chronic pain recovery strategies, and overall well-being. By combining intelligent data analysis with a user-first approach, Nerveli helps individuals and organizations make more informed decisions around health, resilience, and pain recovery. The company is committed to building practical, accessible tools that support healthier and more sustainable outcomes such as more productive and resilient workforces, and enabling the eighty million people who suffer from chronic pain to get back to doing what they love.

Learn more at getnerveli.com.

About the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The McKinney Economic Development Corporation works to create a vibrant, sustainable economy by attracting, retaining, and growing businesses that bring quality jobs and long-term investment to McKinney, Texas. Through initiatives like the McKinney Innovation Fund, MEDC supports entrepreneurs and high-growth companies with strategic resources, non-dilutive funding, and access to a thriving innovation ecosystem.

Learn more at uniquemckinney.com.