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HeyRenee is the personal health concierge, everyone, especially those managing chronic illnesses and conditions, has wanted and needed. The patient-centric HeyRenee platform is designed to consolidate, coordinate, communicate and connect all aspects of medical care. Through long-sought data integration with healthcare providers, the platform endeavors to eventually help all Americans, the underserved especially, connect with their entire healthcare team and relieve the burdens of appointment scheduling, in-home visits, prescription medication administration to Telehealth and remote patient monitoring, and more

Floodlight platform enables investment professionals to assess the qualitative impact of corporations. creates software to help investment managers and financial advisors build values-aligned investment portfolios. It will assist companies in holding their own standards and removing ambiguity from the assets and ownership of the broader investment community.

MyoGene Bio develops therapies for muscle diseases, starting with a gene-editing therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Kura Skin is a skincare matchmaking platform. We use data and our proprietary matchmaking algorithm to help our customers cut through the clutter and find what works for a fraction of the cost and none of the hassle.

Element 16 Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Glendale, California, specializes in high-temperature heat energy storage systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency for commercial and industrial facilities. The company has developed an innovative thermal energy storage technology that utilizes a molten sulfur mixture, replacing traditional molten salts and thermal oils. This advancement allows customers to minimize wasted heat in cogeneration plants, thereby improving overall efficiency and significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Through its solutions, Element 16 Technologies seeks to provide cost-effective energy management options that contribute to sustainability in the energy sector.

We deliver a seamless EV charging experience with comfort, confidence and simplicity.

Fabric helps brands deliver social and immersive augmented reality experiences to customers in real-time.

SANITAS operates a cloud-based telehealth platform that specializes in behavioral health and autism. Founded in 2019 and based in Los Angeles, California, the platform connects users directly with therapists and experts, facilitating access to essential mental health resources. By leveraging social media-styled tools within secure private networks, SANITAS creates a supportive environment that promotes peer engagement and shared experiences. The platform offers a range of tools for well-being, including mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), coaching, and teletherapy, all designed to enhance the user experience. By addressing the physical, psychological, and social aspects of mental health, SANITAS aims to improve emotional and physical well-being for individuals seeking support.

SANITAS operates a cloud-based telehealth platform that specializes in behavioral health and autism. Founded in 2019 and based in Los Angeles, California, the platform connects users directly with therapists and experts, facilitating access to essential mental health resources. By leveraging social media-styled tools within secure private networks, SANITAS creates a supportive environment that promotes peer engagement and shared experiences. The platform offers a range of tools for well-being, including mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), coaching, and teletherapy, all designed to enhance the user experience. By addressing the physical, psychological, and social aspects of mental health, SANITAS aims to improve emotional and physical well-being for individuals seeking support.

Ejenta Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops an intelligent personal assistant platform leveraging artificial intelligence and exclusive NASA technology. Founded in 2012, Ejenta's platform integrates wearable and environmental sensors to collect real-time behavioral data, enabling personalized advice, coaching, and support for users. The technology is applied across various sectors, including healthcare, government, and space exploration, with its agents currently operational in NASA's Mission Control for the International Space Station. Users can engage with their personal assistants through mobile devices, natural language, and chat interfaces, facilitating remote care for patients with chronic conditions and enhancing adherence to mission plans. With over two decades of research in human-robot interaction and intelligent agents, Ejenta aims to revolutionize the way individuals interact with technology in their daily lives.

UAV-IQ, which stands for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Intelligence, helps growers easily and profitably adopt some of the most advanced agricultural technology. We are an AgriTech company that leverages deep experience in large-scale drone operations and precision agriculture to develop and scale solutions for growers. The company now offers drone-based biological control (or “biocontrol”) service, a revolutionary integrated pest management (IPM) service that uses drones to efficiently release beneficial insects to control pest populations as an effective alternative to pesticides. We currently provide this service in California, and are underway in our plans to make it available in new markets in the near future. We started off as one of the first companies authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to conduct commercial drone operations to provide crop scouting services for California vineyards, and have since grown to the point where the platform and software we built to serve our own customers has been used by drone operators on five continents to serve local growers. UAV-IQ now stands poised to scale a groundbreaking new service after a successful first year of commercial service in California. This initiative is drone-based biological control (“biocontrol”) service, a revolutionary integrated pest management (“IPM”) service that uses drones to efficiently release beneficial insects to control pest populations as an effective alternative to pesticides. Partnered with the world’s largest multinational company in the $3.8B agricultural biocontrol industry, we are underway in our plans to make this service available in new markets throughout the U.S. and beyond. We have a well-balanced team with strength in critical areas. Andreas Neuman, the CEO, was Assistant Director of Operations for the US Air Force’s first squadron operating the Global Hawk Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), which carries the most sophisticated remote sensing equipment in operation. He has successfully led multidisciplinary teams in both his civilian and military careers and has routinely been entrusted with assets valued at over $200 million and the completion of multi-million-dollar projects. He has identified and solved complex and evolving regulatory and technical issues that led to a six-fold increase in mission capability by defining and implementing new programs and policies. After separating from the military, he gained experience in the startup world as an analyst for Tech Coast Angels and earned his MBA from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA, building on credentials that include a BA in economics from Columbia University and an MA in International Relations from American Military University. Vice President of Agriculture, Robert “Bob” Starnes, joins the company with a renowned record of developing and applying innovative agriculture technology in world-class academic institutions as well as successful commercial ventures. Before joining the company, Bob was the Senior Superintendent of Agriculture at UC Davis in the Entomology Department for 15 years. While there, he managed a research lab that studied integrated pest management and remote sensing in agriculture and also founded Shale Peak Horticulture, a company offering customized biological pest management solutions to growers as an alternative to using pesticides. Thomas Grandperrin is our Director of Business Development. He has Masters Degrees in management from ESEC Barcelona and Toulouse Business School and is an alum of Start-Up Chile, where he met the UAV-IQ team. Originally from France and fluent in three languages, he has spent the last 10 years working in agriculture focusing on developing new technologies in India, Argentina, California, and Chile. He is now based out of Barcelona, Spain where he is focused on building awareness for UAV-IQ’s services and preparing for expansion into the EU. Michael Clark is an accomplished database engineer and strategist who brings expertise to the backbone of the product—its enterprise architecture. He also provides programming and developing skills which have already borne results for UAV-IQ as it builds its platforms. UAV-IQ has graduated from prominent business accelerator programs and has been advised by key faculty members and researchers at UC Davis to gain unique access to their industry-leading expertise. It has gained several prestigious awards including the Food + City Challenge at South by Southwest (SXSW), and media attention from major outlets such as CNN and AgFunder. As a result, UAV-IQ has solidified itself as a leader in an emerging industry, specializing in bridging the gap between drone flight service providers and the agriculture industry. Our goal is to continue growing UAV-IQ into an agriculture technology company that provides the infrastructure, platform, analytics and tools necessary to tackle complex agronomic, farm management and pest control challenges. Using a globally accessible cloud-based infrastructure, UAV-IQ will form the central hub for decision-makers and service providers responsible for profitably producing high-value agriculture.

The Mighty is a digital health community designed to empower and connect individuals facing health challenges and disabilities. It provides a platform for users to share their personal experiences through stories and videos related to disability, disease, and mental illness. By fostering connections among users with similar experiences, The Mighty aims to create a supportive environment that encourages positivity and resilience in the face of adversity.

At ReillyWorks, they build PHYGITAL Story World Experiences. That means they make products that combine the PHYsical and diGITAL worlds. They created a platform, CARPE´™ that blends Story, Augmented Reality, and Smart Objects to create experiences where people Play Together.

Ader, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects brands with eSports influencers on Twitch, facilitating live endorsements to promote various products and services. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Ader offers a range of promotional solutions, including playthroughs where products are showcased during gaming sessions, and shoutouts, where streamers briefly discuss their favorite products. The platform also conducts market research through surveys, allowing brands to gather feedback from verified Twitch streamers and their audiences. This enables companies to understand consumer opinions and engage with the gaming community effectively. By leveraging the vast audience of over 100 million gamers on Twitch, Ader provides a strategic marketing avenue for brands looking to tap into the gaming market.

SixPlus is an online platform that simplifies the process of finding and booking private and semi-private venues for group events, catering to corporate event planners and individuals. The service allows users to browse a selection of venues, manage bookings, contracts, and communication in one convenient location. Clients can utilize SixPlus for a variety of gatherings, including board dinners, team lunches, and holiday parties, across major cities such as New York, Washington DC, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago. By facilitating reservations for groups of six or more, SixPlus streamlines the event planning process, making it easier for users to build proposals and secure the ideal venue for their needs.

Kuona is a technology company based in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico, specializing in the development of a mobile application and web platform designed to assist consumers and retailers in optimizing pricing and promotions. The platform utilizes machine learning to provide real-time pricing and promotional information from grocery retailers, enabling users to receive personalized in-store deals based on their profiles and preferences. Additionally, Kuona's technology helps consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands and retailers define optimal prices, sales objectives, and inventory levels for each item in their stores. By tracking competitor pricing and notifying users of frequent changes, Kuona aims to enhance profitability and market share for its clients.

ViralGains, Inc. operates a video marketing platform aimed at enhancing the advertising experience for brands and consumers. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, the company focuses on enabling advertising agencies and brands to connect with their target audiences through engaging video content. By integrating videos into various online environments such as blogs, social games, and social news, ViralGains facilitates two-way conversations between brands and consumers. This approach allows marketers to gather insights into consumer preferences and sentiments, ultimately helping them tailor their messaging to generate awareness, motivate intent, and influence purchase decisions. The platform measures consumer interactions with video content, enhancing the overall effectiveness of marketing strategies.

NovaSignal is a medical technology company commercializing a robotic cerebral ultrasound system. Its Robotic System combines non-invasive ultrasound, robotics, and artificial intelligence to assess real-time cerebral blood flow. Through the use of cloud computing and data analytics, NovaSignal supports physicians in their clinical decision making to help improve patient outcomes. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Handy Technologies, Inc., doing business as Handy, operates an online platform for connecting individuals looking for household services with independent service professionals. It offers repair and maintenance services, which includes air conditioner services, furniture assembly services, plumbing services, electrical services, and home cleaning services. Handy Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Handybook, Inc. and changed its name to Handy Technologies, Inc. in September 2014. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in New York, New York having additional offices in Boston, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Toronto, and Vancouver. Handy Technologies, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of ANGI Homeservices Inc.

Citybot Inc. is a San Diego-based company that offers a mobile application designed for both tourists and locals to create self-guided tours and itineraries. Since its incorporation in 2011, the company has expanded its services to major cities across the United States, including Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington. The app aims to enhance the exploration experience by allowing users to customize their travel plans according to their interests and preferences.

Yosko, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops a mobile application aimed at enhancing patient care coordination within hospitals. Founded in 2011, Yosko's solution integrates with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, allowing medical staff to access patient records remotely and facilitating streamlined communication among care teams. The application simplifies hospital workflows and addresses critical issues that contribute to preventable medical errors and increased healthcare costs. By providing tools for secure messaging and record accessibility, Yosko enables healthcare professionals to focus on patient care, ultimately improving the quality of services delivered.

PriceGrabber.com, Inc., based in Los Angeles, California, is an online commerce platform that connects millions of consumers with a wide array of retailers. Established in 1999, the platform enables shoppers to compare prices on a diverse range of products, including electronics, furniture, groceries, and jewelry. In addition to serving as a comparison shopping site, PriceGrabber operates a network of over 400 digital publisher partners, allowing them to enhance their applications with product links and images. This collaboration facilitates audience engagement and revenue generation for publishers while helping retailers increase their sales by exposing their product catalogs to a broader audience. As of June 2015, PriceGrabber operates as a subsidiary of Connexity, Inc.