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Payzer is a North Carolina-based financial technology company that offers an all-in-one financial tool which helps contractors grow their businesses and exchange money with ease. Its mobile and cloud-based platform allows customers to accept credit and debit cards, and electronic checks in the field or at the home office with real-time tracking across their organizations. It also allows its users to provide instant financing up to $55,000 using a mobile phone, tablet, or personal computer as well as control purchases by giving employees Visa debit purchasing cards. Payzer was established in 2014.

Moonlighting, Inc. operates a freelance hiring platform that connects freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses for various job opportunities, ranging from short-term tasks to long-term projects. Founded in 2012 and based in Charlottesville, Virginia, the company offers a mobile, on-demand application that facilitates instant communication between individuals needing assistance and those able to provide it. Additionally, Moonlighting features a blockchain-supported platform and a suite of tools designed to empower independent workers globally, creating a virtual marketplace that enhances the freelance experience.

PopUp is like Twitter for places - With the PopUp App, you follow people and brands and their messages are delivered to you not on a timeline, but automatically to your phone, at physical locations as you move through your day. Only the most relevant info about where you are, from the friends and brands you trust, is delivered to you. And you can then create popups, too, and leave them for your friends and followers for them to discover. The PopUp App and APIs allows anyone - a person, a brand, an advertiser, a content publisher - to create content that is delivered to their audience at a specified location.

Imagine K12 is a startup accelerator that provides support and funding to tech companies focused on the education market. Starting a company is hard, and the education market presents unique challenges. At Imagine K12 we have a singular goal: improving your company’s chances of success. We do this through a combination of strategic advice, mentorship, seminars designed to help founders make better decisions, highly engaged networks of entrepreneurs and educators, and $100,000 of initial funding.

Active Mind Technology, Inc. is a software development company that specializes in creating digital tracking devices for golfers. Its flagship product, GameGolf, is a wearable GPS and motion sensing system that enables users to record and display comprehensive statistics for each round of golf. Players can track every club used, shot taken, and distance covered, while also accessing valuable insights and trends related to their performance. The device allows users to upload, replay, and share their golfing achievements with friends through a mobile application. Active Mind Technology serves customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also maintains an office in Galway, Ireland.

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FounderFuel is a mentor-driven venture accelerator based in Montreal, Canada, established in 2011 by Real Ventures. The accelerator offers a three-month intensive program designed to assist new startups in progressing along their venture path. By providing access to a network of experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and executives, FounderFuel helps companies refine their visions, expand their networks, and accelerate their growth. The firm focuses on seed funding and emphasizes technology, particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.

CardStar is a privately-held software company developing mobile applications that connect membership and rewards cards to smartphones. It is a solution for managing digital versions of its users’ plastic loyalty cards, reward cards, and club membership cards on their phone. The company allows its consumers to access scannable-cards from within a single app and enabling merchants to tailor mobile deals and information to their customers. CardStar was founded in 2008 and is based in Boston, M.A.

CardStar is a privately-held software company developing mobile applications that connect membership and rewards cards to smartphones. It is a solution for managing digital versions of its users’ plastic loyalty cards, reward cards, and club membership cards on their phone. The company allows its consumers to access scannable-cards from within a single app and enabling merchants to tailor mobile deals and information to their customers. CardStar was founded in 2008 and is based in Boston, M.A.

LaunchBox Digital is a venture capital firm based in Durham, North Carolina, focused on angel, seed, and early-stage investments in technology-oriented companies. The firm primarily targets web-based and software businesses, with particular interest in sectors such as business intelligence, digital media, mobile applications, health information technology, and software as a service. LaunchBox Digital typically invests between $15,000 and $30,000 per company, seeking an equity stake of four to eight percent. Additionally, the firm runs an accelerator program each fall, providing selected startups with funding and a 12-week business development program in the Raleigh/Durham area, where they receive mentorship to refine their business concepts. Established in 2007, LaunchBox Digital aims to support disruptive technology solutions that address significant challenges faced by small to medium-sized businesses, enterprises, and government entities.

Real Ventures is a Canadian venture capital firm founded in 2007, specializing in direct investments in early-stage companies and fund of fund investments. The firm primarily focuses on seed stage, startups, and growth capital investments across various sectors, including internet software, biotech, fintech, and more. Real Ventures aims to direct 80% of its capital towards companies based in Quebec, while also investing in other regions across Canada, particularly in the Toronto-Waterloo corridor. The firm typically invests between $0.25 million and $1.15 million per company, seeking to acquire a minimum 5% stake in its portfolio. In addition to providing financial support, Real Ventures emphasizes the importance of fostering local tech ecosystems, offering guidance and resources to entrepreneurs to help them navigate their growth journeys. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, the firm is committed to enhancing the Canadian technology landscape.

Millennial Media Inc. specializes in mobile advertising solutions for advertisers and developers both in the United States and internationally. The company provides tools that allow advertisers to engage targeted audiences across various mobile devices, offering insights into campaign performance and management. Its offerings include a demand side platform that connects directly with developers through an advertising exchange, a premium mobile advertising exchange solution, and a design platform for creating advertisements. For developers, Millennial Media provides software development kits for various ad formats, ad serving capabilities, mediation tools, and analytics for tracking ad revenue across mobile operating systems. Additionally, the company operates MYDAS, a technology designed to identify unique users and deliver targeted ads based on user interests and behaviors. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Millennial Media has been acquired by AOL, enhancing its mobile capabilities and monetization potential for app developers and publishers.

Bandsintown is a live music application that connects users with concerts and their favorite artists, ensuring they never miss a live show. Founded in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Bandsintown allows users to manage tour dates, receive concert alerts, and sync their music libraries across various platforms, including iOS, Facebook, and Android. The app offers personalized recommendations and notifications when artists are touring nearby. Additionally, Bandsintown Manager is a free tool for touring artists to update their tour dates and interact with fans directly. The platform also provides developers with APIs and website plugins, enabling integration with other websites and mobile applications, which helps artists showcase their upcoming events seamlessly. As of 2011, Bandsintown operates as a subsidiary of Cellfish Media, LLC.

They help you understand online conversations and community performance. Their research team has provided brands with valuable social media insight since 2003. With ten years experience, they've seen platforms and trends come and go, but they've continuously adapted their methodology to meet the changing digital environment. Their approach is built on extracting value from social media data, using a unique combination of human analysis and technology, to make all their output truly actionable. They operate in over 50 languages and across all industries. They work directly with brands, but also through a network of channel partners. Their headquarters are in London, UK and their technology centre in San Diego, California.