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Founded in 2018, Honest Jobs is a platform dedicated to helping individuals with criminal records secure fair-chance employment opportunities. Operating primarily in Columbus, Ohio, the company aims to connect these individuals with employers who value their skills and potential.

Modern products and data enrichment tools that bring visibility and clarity to your talent ecosystem. To navigate today’s challenging talent acquisition environment every company needs the right tools to blossom. We are committed to helping healthcare organizations bloom by providing easy-to-use, effective solutions to centralize your data, helping you visualize your entire talent pipeline and hire more amazing team members.

Tortuga AgTech specializes in agricultural automation, using robotics and AI to perform labor-intensive tasks such as harvesting. Their mission is to enhance farming methods for a healthier society and ecosystem by enabling growers to produce better, more sustainable crops.

CirrusMD provides a healthcare communication platform that connects patients with local physicians in the United States through text messaging and video chat. The enterprise solution supports secure messaging, image sharing, on-demand video visits, and access to health information via HIPAA-compliant profiles, enabling 24/7 physician access and timely medical guidance.

Friday Health Plans, Inc. is a health insurance provider based in Denver, Colorado, founded in 2015. The company offers a range of health insurance products, including individual, group, and Medicare plans, aimed at individuals and small businesses seeking affordable coverage. Friday Health Plans emphasizes simplicity and operational efficiency in its offerings, leveraging technology and customer service to create a consumer-friendly experience. The company strives to make health insurance accessible and affordable, ensuring that more people can secure the coverage they need to maintain their health and well-being. Originally established as Melody Health Insurance, the company rebranded to Friday Health Plans in June 2017.

CirrusMD provides a healthcare communication platform that connects patients with local physicians in the United States through text messaging and video chat. The enterprise solution supports secure messaging, image sharing, on-demand video visits, and access to health information via HIPAA-compliant profiles, enabling 24/7 physician access and timely medical guidance.

Galvanize is a learning community focused on technology education, offering courses in Web development, data science, and data engineering. It provides part-time workshops, corporate training, and resources for students, startups, and large companies across nine physical campuses in the U.S. and two remote locations.

KMLabs specializes in manufacturing advanced laser systems for research and industrial applications. It focuses on the development and delivery of optimized tabletop ultrafast laser sources, spanning the VUV to soft X-ray range (1-200 nm) at femtosecond/attosecond timescales.

Founded in Denver, Colorado in 2010, Maria Empanada specializes in Argentine-inspired cuisine. It offers a variety of empanadas filled with ingredients like egg and potato, ham, Spanish chorizo, sausages, along with tarts, tortillas, salsa, and sweets.

Keystone Tower Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer and installer of wind turbine steel towers, utilizing an innovative spiral welding process. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, the company conducts all rolling and welding operations in-house. This advanced manufacturing technique enables the production of larger towers that can support next-generation turbines, significantly lowering costs for both onshore and offshore installations. Additionally, Keystone's towers are designed to reach greater heights, allowing turbines to harness stronger winds for enhanced energy absorption.

CirrusMD provides a healthcare communication platform that connects patients with local physicians in the United States through text messaging and video chat. The enterprise solution supports secure messaging, image sharing, on-demand video visits, and access to health information via HIPAA-compliant profiles, enabling 24/7 physician access and timely medical guidance.

Schoolrunner LLC is a Denver-based company that provides a comprehensive student data system designed for educators and schools. Launched in 2012, its platform enables teachers to track various aspects of student performance, including academics, attendance, and behavior. The system integrates seamlessly with existing student information systems, offering tools for data analysis through graphs, pivot tables, and dashboards. Additionally, Schoolrunner facilitates the tracking of standards mastery and generates progress reports and report cards. Its features also include a mobile app for monitoring student communications and the ability for students to log in and track their own progress. The platform aims to enhance classroom management and foster a positive school culture through systematic behavior tracking and incentivization strategies.

SecureSet Academy, founded in 2014 and based in Denver, Colorado, addresses the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals by offering a direct pathway into the industry for aspiring talent. The organization provides comprehensive programming that includes technical information security education, hands-on instruction in a state-of-the-art lab, guided product training, and preparation for essential certifications. By equipping individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge, SecureSet plays a vital role in enhancing the talent pool within the cybersecurity sector.

Galvanize is a learning community focused on technology education, offering courses in Web development, data science, and data engineering. It provides part-time workshops, corporate training, and resources for students, startups, and large companies across nine physical campuses in the U.S. and two remote locations.

KMLabs specializes in manufacturing advanced laser systems for research and industrial applications. It focuses on the development and delivery of optimized tabletop ultrafast laser sources, spanning the VUV to soft X-ray range (1-200 nm) at femtosecond/attosecond timescales.

TeamSnap, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing team management applications tailored for sports teams, leagues, clubs, and associations around the globe. Founded in 2009 and based in Boulder, Colorado, TeamSnap provides a platform that facilitates communication and coordination among sports members, including coaches, administrators, players, and parents. The platform streamlines various aspects of team management, such as tracking rosters, schedules, game availability, and statistics, while also simplifying payment processing. By offering tools for online registration and real-time updates, TeamSnap enables organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and allows users to focus on their sporting activities without the stress of logistical details.

Schoolrunner LLC is a Denver-based company that provides a comprehensive student data system designed for educators and schools. Launched in 2012, its platform enables teachers to track various aspects of student performance, including academics, attendance, and behavior. The system integrates seamlessly with existing student information systems, offering tools for data analysis through graphs, pivot tables, and dashboards. Additionally, Schoolrunner facilitates the tracking of standards mastery and generates progress reports and report cards. Its features also include a mobile app for monitoring student communications and the ability for students to log in and track their own progress. The platform aims to enhance classroom management and foster a positive school culture through systematic behavior tracking and incentivization strategies.

Bhakti, Inc. is a producer of chai concentrates, iced chai beverages, and dry tea products, with a focus on delivering authentic flavors through sustainably sourced ingredients. Established in 2002 and located in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers a range of products including iced chai available in six varieties, such as Original and Decaf, as well as concentrate products sold in quarts and gallons. Bhakti emphasizes the use of Fair Trade, Non-GMO, and organic ingredients, ensuring a high-quality beverage experience. Its products are widely accessible through various retail channels, including Whole Foods and Costco, as well as online platforms, allowing customers to enjoy both hot and cold tea blends made with real ginger, black tea, and spices. The company is committed to ethical business practices, aligning with B Corp standards to promote sustainability and social responsibility.

Nutrinsic Corporation is a company focused on producing protein-based nutrition products for animal feed through the upcycling of unused nutrients. Founded in 2001 and based in Glendale, Colorado, Nutrinsic specializes in transforming underutilized nutrients from food and beverage processing into valuable protein sources. These products, which include single cell protein, serve as alternatives to traditional fish meal and are incorporated into animal feeds. By recovering nutrients that would otherwise be wasted, Nutrinsic not only addresses the environmental challenges of waste disposal but also provides a sustainable source of high-quality nutrition for animal agriculture.

Exabeam develops a security management platform that detects and responds to cyber threats. Its platform collects log data, uses behavioral analytics for threat detection, and automates incident responses. Key products include Threat Hunter, Exabeam Threat Intelligence Service, Exabeam Spectrum, and Exabeam Data Lake. The company serves various industries and has strategic partnerships with SentinelOne and Code 42 Software.