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Emerge, Inc. is a consumer technology company founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California. It focuses on developing a multi-sensory communication platform that enhances virtual interactions by incorporating touch, alongside sight, sound, and emotional input. The company's flagship product, the Emerge Wave-series, utilizes patented ultrasonic technology to create tactile sensations, allowing users to experience physical interactions, such as a virtual high five, without the need for gloves or controllers. This innovation aims to address the growing sense of disconnection experienced by over 2 billion people worldwide, emphasizing the importance of emotional connections in communication. Emerge's team is diverse, with a significant portion comprised of immigrants and first-generation Americans, and includes experienced professionals from various sectors such as consumer electronics, augmented reality, and gaming. The company has received backing from notable investors, including venture capital firms and prominent figures from the tech industry.

Booster is a mobile energy delivery company based in San Mateo, California, specializing in providing alternative and conventional fuels directly to truck fleets. Founded in 2015, the company offers a unique service that allows customers to access a full-service gas station on wheels through a mobile application. Users can pin their vehicle's location to receive a full tank of fuel while they continue working, effectively reducing road congestion and saving time. Booster has served over 120,000 customers and more than 300 businesses, enabling them to collectively save over eight million miles and four million pounds of CO2 emissions. Additionally, the service allows businesses to reclaim more than 31,000 labor hours and save significant costs related to fuel and vehicle wear and tear.