Esquel Group

Catalyte is a software engineering services company that focuses on building technology workforces for innovative organizations using data science and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, the company operates an apprenticeship and workforce training platform known as Odyssey. This platform connects employers with skilled talent through paid apprenticeships that allow individuals to learn and apply new technology development skills on real client projects. Catalyte's services emphasize talent and workforce development, software engineering, application development, and modernization, enabling businesses to access affordable technology solutions while enhancing their software innovation capabilities. By utilizing proprietary AI technology, Catalyte streamlines the hiring process, helping companies efficiently find and deploy qualified employees.

Grabit, Inc. specializes in electroadhesion-based gripping technology, offering innovative solutions for robotics and material handling across various industries. The company’s products include Stackit, an automated robot for stacking materials like leathers and composites; Meterit, a gravity-fed conveyor enhanced with electroadhesive film; and Conveyit, an electroadhesive belt system designed for automated sorting and delayering. Grabit serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies in sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and logistics. Founded in 2011 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Grabit was established by a principal inventor of electroadhesion technology, which is known for its low power consumption and high efficiency. However, on December 18, 2019, the company filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.