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Flare Systems Inc is a cybersecurity company based in Montreal, Canada, established in 2017. It specializes in developing tools designed to assist financial institutions and other organizations in safeguarding their data from cyber threats. The company offers a dark net monitoring system that provides valuable intelligence to information security and fraud management teams at banks. By aggregating data from various sources, including stolen information broadcasts, private forum discussions, chat posts, and cryptocurrency transactions, Flare combines this information with criminological research to deliver actionable insights. Its platform effectively monitors activities across various threat landscapes, enabling teams to connect the chains of attack related to phishing, money laundering, and other fraudulent activities, thus helping to prevent costly data breaches before they occur.

Developer of a supply chain operations software designed to optimize the use of resources and processes in the textile and clothing supply chains. The company's software features in-stock textile products and curated fabrics from worldwide suppliers and centralizes and provides structured access to data for textile manufacturers, industry-promotional associations, governmental organizations, and finished apparel brands, enabling businesses to optimize resource usage, increase transparency across the entire supply chain, and promote improved practices.

Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company that has developed a mobile application leveraging big data to predict and analyze airfare and hotel prices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria, Hopper assists travelers in securing the best deals by providing timely notifications when flight and accommodation prices reach their predicted lowest points. By offering data-driven travel recommendations, Hopper enhances the booking experience for users, enabling them to make informed decisions and save money on their journeys.

AlayaCare is a start-up that delivers an end-to-end home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. The platform allows home care agencies to deliver mixed telehealth/visiting health solutions enabling empowered patients to live better while driving down the cost of care. The founders are a proven team of entrepreneurs who have founded, scaled, and sold two mobile software business. AlayaCare aims to provide a solution to a market mired in legacy software and suboptimal business processes. In doing so, it delivers better outcomes for the patient, better tools for the providers, and better economics for the payers. It promotes an open culture where every team member has the obligation to dissent, but the obligation to always keep the big picture in mind. Through its association with The Madiro Fund, the company also contributes its solution free of charge to NGOs working in the developing world who are seeking to leverage mobile technology to improve the lives of those less fortunate. Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg launched the company in Montréal, Quebec in 2014.

Botpress, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing an open-source chatbot development platform. Founded in 2016 and based in Newark, Delaware, Botpress provides software that enables the creation of various types of chatbots, including scripted, artificial intelligence, and application-based options. The platform is widely used by developers, organizations, and individuals, facilitating the building, deployment, and management of chatbots. Key features include a conversational flow management system and natural language understanding, allowing businesses to create customizable conversational experiences. Additionally, the platform is designed to be manageable by non-developers after deployment, making it accessible for a broader audience to enhance their conversational strategies.

Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company that has developed a mobile application leveraging big data to predict and analyze airfare and hotel prices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria, Hopper assists travelers in securing the best deals by providing timely notifications when flight and accommodation prices reach their predicted lowest points. By offering data-driven travel recommendations, Hopper enhances the booking experience for users, enabling them to make informed decisions and save money on their journeys.

Through their multicloud SaaS platform, Livescale allows to create LiveShopping events on any web environment, providing live video streaming, engagement modules (chat/quizz/survey/...) and instant checkout, directly connected to your eCommerce platform. Get data, audience ownership & improved revenues by creating personal, authentic & experiential livestreaming events.

Through their multicloud SaaS platform, Livescale allows to create LiveShopping events on any web environment, providing live video streaming, engagement modules (chat/quizz/survey/...) and instant checkout, directly connected to your eCommerce platform. Get data, audience ownership & improved revenues by creating personal, authentic & experiential livestreaming events.

Planned Inc. designs and develops a platform which helps corporate event planners book everything they need for their event. The platform offers consumers to select from a curated portfolio of 1,000 venues and vendors across Canada. Planned Inc. was formerly known as Enter and changed its name to Planned Inc. in October 2019. Planned Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

Poka is a Web and mobile app that gives factory workers the power to capture, consume and share critical information in real-time on the plant floor, leading to improved productivity. By creating a standardized multimedia knowledge base of procedures, training content and solutions related to each workstation and machine, Poka helps reduce production downtime, improve quality and safety, and facilitate communication across factories, departments and shifts. Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation among industrial leaders including 12 of the largest manufacturers based on IndustryWeek’s Global 1000 rank.

Hopper Inc. is a travel technology company that has developed a mobile application leveraging big data to predict and analyze airfare and hotel prices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, New York, New York, and Sofia, Bulgaria, Hopper assists travelers in securing the best deals by providing timely notifications when flight and accommodation prices reach their predicted lowest points. By offering data-driven travel recommendations, Hopper enhances the booking experience for users, enabling them to make informed decisions and save money on their journeys.

WorkJam, Inc. is a company that offers a web and mobile application designed to enhance workforce management and employee engagement across various industries, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Melbourne, Australia, WorkJam's platform provides features for shift and task management, scheduling, communication, training, and employee recognition. It aims to empower shift-based and non-desk workers by facilitating agile scheduling and effective communication, ultimately driving operational efficiency and productivity. The company's solutions also support improved labor cost management and customer experience by fostering a motivated and engaged workforce. WorkJam has established a strategic partnership with Digital Goodie to further enhance its offerings.

AlayaCare is a start-up that delivers an end-to-end home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. The platform allows home care agencies to deliver mixed telehealth/visiting health solutions enabling empowered patients to live better while driving down the cost of care. The founders are a proven team of entrepreneurs who have founded, scaled, and sold two mobile software business. AlayaCare aims to provide a solution to a market mired in legacy software and suboptimal business processes. In doing so, it delivers better outcomes for the patient, better tools for the providers, and better economics for the payers. It promotes an open culture where every team member has the obligation to dissent, but the obligation to always keep the big picture in mind. Through its association with The Madiro Fund, the company also contributes its solution free of charge to NGOs working in the developing world who are seeking to leverage mobile technology to improve the lives of those less fortunate. Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg launched the company in Montréal, Quebec in 2014.

RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that provides a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes, primarily serving the construction industry. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, RenoRun operates in key markets such as Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas. The company offers a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to efficiently order materials and receive timely deliveries directly to job sites, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing downtime. With a focus on streamlining the procurement process, RenoRun aims to be the largest single-source platform for construction materials, simplifying the supply chain for contractors and builders.

KNØX Industries Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Montreal, Canada, specializes in digital asset custody with a focus on providing comprehensive insurance coverage for the full value of clients' holdings. The company offers a secure end-to-end system that allows institutional clients to manage their assets through a dedicated terminal, ensuring both simplicity and robust security. KNØX employs actuarial principles and precise engineering in its custody system, allowing clients to safeguard their digital assets while meeting fiduciary obligations. The insurance coverage provided to clients is subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, ensuring that their assets are well protected.

Horizon Blockchain Games Inc. is a video game studio that specializes in leveraging blockchain technology to create decentralized gaming experiences. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company also has locations in Montreal, Vancouver, Seattle, Mexico City, and Madrid. Horizon develops various games, including Arcadeum, a video game network and wallet built on the Ethereum blockchain, and SkyWeaver, an online card game. The company's platform is designed to empower players by providing a community-driven ecosystem where they can enjoy true digital ownership, open economies, and the ability to earn real-world value through gameplay. By focusing on innovations in web3 gaming, Horizon Blockchain Games aims to reshape the gaming landscape for a new generation of players.

AlayaCare is a start-up that delivers an end-to-end home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. The platform allows home care agencies to deliver mixed telehealth/visiting health solutions enabling empowered patients to live better while driving down the cost of care. The founders are a proven team of entrepreneurs who have founded, scaled, and sold two mobile software business. AlayaCare aims to provide a solution to a market mired in legacy software and suboptimal business processes. In doing so, it delivers better outcomes for the patient, better tools for the providers, and better economics for the payers. It promotes an open culture where every team member has the obligation to dissent, but the obligation to always keep the big picture in mind. Through its association with The Madiro Fund, the company also contributes its solution free of charge to NGOs working in the developing world who are seeking to leverage mobile technology to improve the lives of those less fortunate. Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg launched the company in Montréal, Quebec in 2014.

Planned Inc. designs and develops a platform which helps corporate event planners book everything they need for their event. The platform offers consumers to select from a curated portfolio of 1,000 venues and vendors across Canada. Planned Inc. was formerly known as Enter and changed its name to Planned Inc. in October 2019. Planned Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

HumanFirst is a conversational artificial intelligence that helps companies in their transactions. It helps companies leverage their B2C conversations by transforming their raw conversational data into high-quality labelled data at scale to create business value. HumanFirst integrates with platforms like Zendesk, Intercom, Drift, Live Chat, Front, SMS, WhatsApp, messenger to name a few. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

AlayaCare is a start-up that delivers an end-to-end home health care software platform and hardware ecosystem. The platform allows home care agencies to deliver mixed telehealth/visiting health solutions enabling empowered patients to live better while driving down the cost of care. The founders are a proven team of entrepreneurs who have founded, scaled, and sold two mobile software business. AlayaCare aims to provide a solution to a market mired in legacy software and suboptimal business processes. In doing so, it delivers better outcomes for the patient, better tools for the providers, and better economics for the payers. It promotes an open culture where every team member has the obligation to dissent, but the obligation to always keep the big picture in mind. Through its association with The Madiro Fund, the company also contributes its solution free of charge to NGOs working in the developing world who are seeking to leverage mobile technology to improve the lives of those less fortunate. Adrian Schauer and Neil Grunberg launched the company in Montréal, Quebec in 2014.

ChronoGolf is a company that specializes in providing comprehensive management solutions for golf courses. Its platform offers a range of services, including online booking, electronic tee-sheet management, and customer relationship management. By integrating tools for member management, tournament organization, and point of sale for pro shops and restaurants, ChronoGolf enhances the operational efficiency of golf courses. The platform enables golf players to easily interact with courses while offering operators valuable insights into customer behavior and preferences. This approach not only helps attract new players but also fosters customer loyalty and retention through data-driven strategies. Overall, ChronoGolf facilitates a seamless connection between golf courses and players, optimizing the overall golfing experience.

Flinks Technology Inc. is a financial data aggregator based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2016. The company provides solutions that enable businesses to connect their users' bank accounts, allowing access to critical financial data such as account balances and transaction histories. Flinks offers a hosted application programming interface (API) that facilitates the integration of banking information with mobile applications, helping companies enrich their data and deliver enhanced financial products. The platform not only validates account ownership but also ensures compliance in handling sensitive information. Trusted by numerous leading companies, Flinks aims to simplify online transactions and empower businesses to better serve their customers through improved data utilization.

Return Magic is an e-commerce return platform designed to streamline the returns process for online merchants. The platform allows retailers to create branded return portals that facilitate the management of incoming returns. It offers services such as auto-generating shipping labels, processing refunds, and sending automated communications to customers, all while providing analytics through a user-friendly dashboard. Additionally, Return Magic enables merchants to customize their return policies to suit their specific requirements. This efficient system not only enhances the shopping experience for consumers but also helps merchants foster customer loyalty.

Poka is a Web and mobile app that gives factory workers the power to capture, consume and share critical information in real-time on the plant floor, leading to improved productivity. By creating a standardized multimedia knowledge base of procedures, training content and solutions related to each workstation and machine, Poka helps reduce production downtime, improve quality and safety, and facilitate communication across factories, departments and shifts. Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation among industrial leaders including 12 of the largest manufacturers based on IndustryWeek’s Global 1000 rank.

Unsplash, Inc. is a photography community platform founded in 2013 and based in Montreal, Canada. It offers a collection of high-resolution photographs that are freely available for various uses, supported by a community of users who share their images under the Unsplash License. The platform allows users to upload their photos, which are then curated by a team of photo editors to ensure quality. Unsplash aims to create an open creative ecosystem, providing individuals and businesses with access to copyright-free images that can be utilized for purposes such as album art, advertisements, and product design.

Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

Lightspeed believes that commerce belongs to everyone. It belongs to the entrepreneurs who realize their dreams of starting a business, the storefronts and restaurants that project new perspectives onto city streets and the communities that are shaped by those businesses. Providing restaurateurs and retailers with the simplest way to run their businesses at full potential, Lightspeed helps entrepreneurs offer their customers positive and memorable experiences by taking care of the day-to-day management aspect of their business. More than 36,000 businesses processing over $13 billion in annual transactions use Lightspeed’s restaurant POS software and omnichannel retail solution to manage inventory, customer preferences, sales and reporting — all from one centralized platform. Believing that with the right technology, restaurateurs can better serve their customers and keep them coming back for seconds, Lightspeed has created an all-in-one point of sale, table management and analytics platform for restaurants and bars of all sizes. The company also offers end-to-end commerce solutions that help retailers build, manage and grow their businesses. Successful retailers around the world have chosen Lightspeed’s retail POS software, Lightspeed Retail, for its intuitive product and inventory management systems, built-in CRM and advanced reporting. Lightspeed eCom, the company’s eCommerce platform, is what bridges the gap between the in-store and online shopping experience. The platform was founded on the principle that marketing should be the primary concern of online merchants, rather than the technical maintenance of their website. Those who use Lightspeed eCom benefit from a platform that is flexible, scalable, ready to use within minutes and that comes with a built-in suite of marketing tools that help drive site traffic and sales. By combining Lightspeed eCom with Lightspeed Retail, retailers can provide their customers with omnichannel: a seamless shopping experience, whether they want to browse or buy in-store or online.

TrackTik Software Inc. provides a workforce management software solution that provides insights through integrated field operation and back office solutions. It serves various organizations and security companies. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Smooch Technologies Inc. develops a cloud messaging platform for SMB and enterprise clients. The company offers a unified multi-channel messaging solution that allows startups and companies around the world to engage with customers from messaging apps, SMS, Websites, and mobile apps. Its features include cross-channel messaging, live Web messaging, in-app messaging, social messaging, programmable SMS, rich messaging, messaging developer API, chatbot connectors, and integrations. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada. As of May 14, 2019, Smooch Technologies Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Zendesk, Inc.

Poka is a Web and mobile app that gives factory workers the power to capture, consume and share critical information in real-time on the plant floor, leading to improved productivity. By creating a standardized multimedia knowledge base of procedures, training content and solutions related to each workstation and machine, Poka helps reduce production downtime, improve quality and safety, and facilitate communication across factories, departments and shifts. Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation among industrial leaders including 12 of the largest manufacturers based on IndustryWeek’s Global 1000 rank.

Fiska is a fintech company that provides an integrated commerce platform specifically designed for payment service providers. By offering innovative solutions in the financial technology space, Fiska aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of payment processing. The company focuses on enabling seamless transactions and improving the overall user experience for businesses in the payment sector.

Local Logic is a location intelligence company that provides insights and analysis primarily for the residential real estate market. Founded in 2014 by urban planners who transitioned into data science, the company specializes in gathering, cleaning, and integrating various data sources to assist travelers, home buyers, and consumers in making informed decisions related to location. Its platform employs artificial intelligence and geospatial data to assess lifestyle and location attributes, delivering predictive and precise analytics. This empowers clients in urban planning, real estate, and other location-driven sectors with actionable tools to enhance their understanding of specific addresses and their implications for daily life. By focusing on the significance of location, Local Logic aims to help individuals optimize their experiences in both personal and professional contexts.

ChronoGolf is a company that specializes in providing comprehensive management solutions for golf courses. Its platform offers a range of services, including online booking, electronic tee-sheet management, and customer relationship management. By integrating tools for member management, tournament organization, and point of sale for pro shops and restaurants, ChronoGolf enhances the operational efficiency of golf courses. The platform enables golf players to easily interact with courses while offering operators valuable insights into customer behavior and preferences. This approach not only helps attract new players but also fosters customer loyalty and retention through data-driven strategies. Overall, ChronoGolf facilitates a seamless connection between golf courses and players, optimizing the overall golfing experience.

Fiska is a fintech company that provides an integrated commerce platform specifically designed for payment service providers. By offering innovative solutions in the financial technology space, Fiska aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of payment processing. The company focuses on enabling seamless transactions and improving the overall user experience for businesses in the payment sector.

Lightspeed believes that commerce belongs to everyone. It belongs to the entrepreneurs who realize their dreams of starting a business, the storefronts and restaurants that project new perspectives onto city streets and the communities that are shaped by those businesses. Providing restaurateurs and retailers with the simplest way to run their businesses at full potential, Lightspeed helps entrepreneurs offer their customers positive and memorable experiences by taking care of the day-to-day management aspect of their business. More than 36,000 businesses processing over $13 billion in annual transactions use Lightspeed’s restaurant POS software and omnichannel retail solution to manage inventory, customer preferences, sales and reporting — all from one centralized platform. Believing that with the right technology, restaurateurs can better serve their customers and keep them coming back for seconds, Lightspeed has created an all-in-one point of sale, table management and analytics platform for restaurants and bars of all sizes. The company also offers end-to-end commerce solutions that help retailers build, manage and grow their businesses. Successful retailers around the world have chosen Lightspeed’s retail POS software, Lightspeed Retail, for its intuitive product and inventory management systems, built-in CRM and advanced reporting. Lightspeed eCom, the company’s eCommerce platform, is what bridges the gap between the in-store and online shopping experience. The platform was founded on the principle that marketing should be the primary concern of online merchants, rather than the technical maintenance of their website. Those who use Lightspeed eCom benefit from a platform that is flexible, scalable, ready to use within minutes and that comes with a built-in suite of marketing tools that help drive site traffic and sales. By combining Lightspeed eCom with Lightspeed Retail, retailers can provide their customers with omnichannel: a seamless shopping experience, whether they want to browse or buy in-store or online.

Crew is a curated platform that connects designers and developers with vetted clients seeking web and mobile app design services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Montréal, Quebec, Crew boasts a trusted network of independent creatives who have collaborated on projects for major companies such as Apple, Google, and Uber. The platform facilitates engagement by providing access to hand-picked, screened professionals in the mobile and web industry, enabling application makers to present their projects effectively. This approach aims to enhance project visibility and conversion rates, ultimately contributing to the success of the applications developed.

Milestone Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Montréal, Canada, focused on the development and commercialization of etripamil, a novel calcium channel blocker targeting various cardiovascular conditions. Etripamil is designed as a rapid-onset nasal spray for the self-administration by patients, specifically to terminate episodes of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). The company is currently advancing etripamil through Phase III clinical trials for PSVT in the United States and Canada, as well as conducting Phase II trials for patients with atrial fibrillation experiencing a rapid ventricular rate. Founded in 2003, Milestone aims to address unmet medical needs in the treatment of transient cardiovascular conditions, including atrial fibrillation and angina.

TrackTik Software Inc. provides a workforce management software solution that provides insights through integrated field operation and back office solutions. It serves various organizations and security companies. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Poka is a Web and mobile app that gives factory workers the power to capture, consume and share critical information in real-time on the plant floor, leading to improved productivity. By creating a standardized multimedia knowledge base of procedures, training content and solutions related to each workstation and machine, Poka helps reduce production downtime, improve quality and safety, and facilitate communication across factories, departments and shifts. Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation among industrial leaders including 12 of the largest manufacturers based on IndustryWeek’s Global 1000 rank.

ChronoGolf is a company that specializes in providing comprehensive management solutions for golf courses. Its platform offers a range of services, including online booking, electronic tee-sheet management, and customer relationship management. By integrating tools for member management, tournament organization, and point of sale for pro shops and restaurants, ChronoGolf enhances the operational efficiency of golf courses. The platform enables golf players to easily interact with courses while offering operators valuable insights into customer behavior and preferences. This approach not only helps attract new players but also fosters customer loyalty and retention through data-driven strategies. Overall, ChronoGolf facilitates a seamless connection between golf courses and players, optimizing the overall golfing experience.

Lightspeed believes that commerce belongs to everyone. It belongs to the entrepreneurs who realize their dreams of starting a business, the storefronts and restaurants that project new perspectives onto city streets and the communities that are shaped by those businesses. Providing restaurateurs and retailers with the simplest way to run their businesses at full potential, Lightspeed helps entrepreneurs offer their customers positive and memorable experiences by taking care of the day-to-day management aspect of their business. More than 36,000 businesses processing over $13 billion in annual transactions use Lightspeed’s restaurant POS software and omnichannel retail solution to manage inventory, customer preferences, sales and reporting — all from one centralized platform. Believing that with the right technology, restaurateurs can better serve their customers and keep them coming back for seconds, Lightspeed has created an all-in-one point of sale, table management and analytics platform for restaurants and bars of all sizes. The company also offers end-to-end commerce solutions that help retailers build, manage and grow their businesses. Successful retailers around the world have chosen Lightspeed’s retail POS software, Lightspeed Retail, for its intuitive product and inventory management systems, built-in CRM and advanced reporting. Lightspeed eCom, the company’s eCommerce platform, is what bridges the gap between the in-store and online shopping experience. The platform was founded on the principle that marketing should be the primary concern of online merchants, rather than the technical maintenance of their website. Those who use Lightspeed eCom benefit from a platform that is flexible, scalable, ready to use within minutes and that comes with a built-in suite of marketing tools that help drive site traffic and sales. By combining Lightspeed eCom with Lightspeed Retail, retailers can provide their customers with omnichannel: a seamless shopping experience, whether they want to browse or buy in-store or online.

Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

Crew is a curated platform that connects designers and developers with vetted clients seeking web and mobile app design services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Montréal, Quebec, Crew boasts a trusted network of independent creatives who have collaborated on projects for major companies such as Apple, Google, and Uber. The platform facilitates engagement by providing access to hand-picked, screened professionals in the mobile and web industry, enabling application makers to present their projects effectively. This approach aims to enhance project visibility and conversion rates, ultimately contributing to the success of the applications developed.

Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based private shopping club that offers exclusive discounts of up to 80% on a wide range of products, including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics for men, women, and children. With around 15 million active members across Canada and the United States, the platform features limited-quantity flash sales that typically last 48 to 72 hours or until the merchandise sells out. Beyond the Rack collaborates with over 3,000 major fashion brands to provide these deals without involving a retail middleman. Members receive tailored notifications about upcoming sales based on their preferences, and the site conducts 15 to 25 sales daily, depending on demand. Membership is free, with several easy sign-up options, and Beyond the Rack is known for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping. The company has gained recognition for its growth, having been named the fastest-growing internet retailer in 2011, and has generated substantial sales revenue.

Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in inter-city bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book bus tickets for various destinations both domestically and internationally. Busbud aggregates schedules, prices, and amenities from numerous bus operators, providing valuable travel information through its website and mobile application. Users can explore over 10,000 cities in 89 countries, with options available in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to enhance the travel experience by offering comprehensive details about bus services, including reviews and service classes, while ensuring customer support is available around the clock.

We help people learn and discover new things. In a world where employees are more transient than ever, it is increasingly critical for businesses’ long-term survival to attempt to retain people’s knowledge and ensure it is readily accessible in one central “team brain”. Crowdbase allows teams to easily share questions, answers, notes, and links in a private social network, and then intelligently structures that data into relevant topics and pages to facilitate knowledge transfer and learning.

Lightspeed believes that commerce belongs to everyone. It belongs to the entrepreneurs who realize their dreams of starting a business, the storefronts and restaurants that project new perspectives onto city streets and the communities that are shaped by those businesses. Providing restaurateurs and retailers with the simplest way to run their businesses at full potential, Lightspeed helps entrepreneurs offer their customers positive and memorable experiences by taking care of the day-to-day management aspect of their business. More than 36,000 businesses processing over $13 billion in annual transactions use Lightspeed’s restaurant POS software and omnichannel retail solution to manage inventory, customer preferences, sales and reporting — all from one centralized platform. Believing that with the right technology, restaurateurs can better serve their customers and keep them coming back for seconds, Lightspeed has created an all-in-one point of sale, table management and analytics platform for restaurants and bars of all sizes. The company also offers end-to-end commerce solutions that help retailers build, manage and grow their businesses. Successful retailers around the world have chosen Lightspeed’s retail POS software, Lightspeed Retail, for its intuitive product and inventory management systems, built-in CRM and advanced reporting. Lightspeed eCom, the company’s eCommerce platform, is what bridges the gap between the in-store and online shopping experience. The platform was founded on the principle that marketing should be the primary concern of online merchants, rather than the technical maintenance of their website. Those who use Lightspeed eCom benefit from a platform that is flexible, scalable, ready to use within minutes and that comes with a built-in suite of marketing tools that help drive site traffic and sales. By combining Lightspeed eCom with Lightspeed Retail, retailers can provide their customers with omnichannel: a seamless shopping experience, whether they want to browse or buy in-store or online.

Beyond the Rack is a Montreal-based private shopping club that offers exclusive discounts of up to 80% on a wide range of products, including apparel, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and electronics for men, women, and children. With around 15 million active members across Canada and the United States, the platform features limited-quantity flash sales that typically last 48 to 72 hours or until the merchandise sells out. Beyond the Rack collaborates with over 3,000 major fashion brands to provide these deals without involving a retail middleman. Members receive tailored notifications about upcoming sales based on their preferences, and the site conducts 15 to 25 sales daily, depending on demand. Membership is free, with several easy sign-up options, and Beyond the Rack is known for its responsive customer service and efficient shipping. The company has gained recognition for its growth, having been named the fastest-growing internet retailer in 2011, and has generated substantial sales revenue.

Gamerizon Studio Inc., established in 2008 and located in Montreal, Canada, specializes in creating high-quality mobile and casual games. As an independent studio, Gamerizon focuses on developing engaging gaming experiences tailored for a wide audience. The company's expertise in the mobile gaming sector positions it as a notable player in the industry, committed to delivering innovative and enjoyable content to gamers.

Woozworld Inc. is a virtual platform designed for kids, tweens, and teens, fostering creativity and social interaction. Founded in 2009 and based in Montreal, Canada, Woozworld allows users to create avatars and engage in a massive multiplayer environment. The platform offers a free-to-join experience, where participants can design their own virtual spaces, dress their avatars in stylish outfits, and engage in various activities such as throwing parties, participating in contests, and making friends. As a subsidiary of Azerion BV, Woozworld aims to provide a fun and engaging online community that encourages self-expression and creativity among its young users.

StatusNet, Inc. is a Quebec-based company headquartered in Montreal that specializes in developing open-source microblogging software known as StatusNet. The software allows users to create their own microblogging services, similar to traditional blogging platforms. One of the most recognized implementations of this software is Identi.ca. StatusNet aims to provide both public and private microblogging solutions, adopting a strategy akin to that of WordPress. Additionally, the company's platform facilitates interaction among microbloggers and offers features for generating tailored reports and monitoring business status in real-time. This enables organizations to efficiently collect and organize information, enhancing their microblogging experience.

Woozworld Inc. is a virtual platform designed for kids, tweens, and teens, fostering creativity and social interaction. Founded in 2009 and based in Montreal, Canada, Woozworld allows users to create avatars and engage in a massive multiplayer environment. The platform offers a free-to-join experience, where participants can design their own virtual spaces, dress their avatars in stylish outfits, and engage in various activities such as throwing parties, participating in contests, and making friends. As a subsidiary of Azerion BV, Woozworld aims to provide a fun and engaging online community that encourages self-expression and creativity among its young users.

StatusNet, Inc. is a Quebec-based company headquartered in Montreal that specializes in developing open-source microblogging software known as StatusNet. The software allows users to create their own microblogging services, similar to traditional blogging platforms. One of the most recognized implementations of this software is Identi.ca. StatusNet aims to provide both public and private microblogging solutions, adopting a strategy akin to that of WordPress. Additionally, the company's platform facilitates interaction among microbloggers and offers features for generating tailored reports and monitoring business status in real-time. This enables organizations to efficiently collect and organize information, enhancing their microblogging experience.

Allostera Pharma is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on autoimmune diseases such as psoriatic arthritis, gout and type II diabetes.

Airborne Mobile publishes mobile entertainment content and applications including games, images, ringtones, ringbacktones and informational content. It publishes on all the major phone carriers as well as a variety of independents. They were acquired in 2005 by [Cybird](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/cybird), however in July 2008 they orchestrated a management buy-out to regain the company from Cybird.

Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Ryma specializes in developing integrated product management solutions that enhance product innovation and management. The company's flagship software, FeaturePlan™, is designed to simplify the implementation of product management processes, allowing product managers to effectively handle their portfolios and create superior products. Ryma's client base includes prominent organizations such as ADP, BMC Software, and GE Healthcare, reflecting its reputation as a leader in the industry. Additionally, the company operates a Center of Excellence in Austin, Texas, further supporting its commitment to product management excellence.

Standout Jobs provides a [Recruitment Communication Platform] (http://www.standoutjobs.com), to power companies' online recruiting efforts. The core is a do-it-yourself, interactive Career Site that helps engage and attract candidates, and build on-going relationships with them. As well, the Standout Jobs platform provides a candidate tracking tool, easier job marketing and candidate sourcing functionality.

Nanoledge Inc. specializes in the development of nano-based and environmentally friendly epoxy resin systems and films tailored for specialty applications. Its products are utilized across various industries, including sporting goods, civil engineering and renovation, oil and gas, tool manufacturing, transportation, aerospace, and wind energy. The company's innovative solutions aim to enhance the performance and sustainability of epoxy systems, providing valuable options for a diverse range of users.

Sixtron Enterprises Inc. specializes in the development of anti-reflective coating solutions for the solar cell industry, with a particular focus on c-Si solar cell production lines. The company's flagship product, SunBox, is a gas handling solution designed to enhance the efficiency of solar cell manufacturing. In addition to its work in the solar sector, Sixtron is advancing thin film coating solutions applicable to the electronics and industrial coatings industries. These thin films are notable for their unique optical and mechanical properties and can be deposited without the complex requirements associated with hazardous silane gas. Founded in 2004 and based in Calgary, Canada, Sixtron Enterprises Inc. was previously known as SiXtron Advanced Materials Inc.

Metafoam Technologies Inc. engages in the development, production, and commercialization

DFT Microsystems delivers high throughput, comprehensive test solutions for a broad range of high-speed semiconductor device interfaces. The company's products dramatically reduce test costs and accelerate time-to-volume by leveraging DFT Microsystems' revolutionary signal processing algorithms and highly-integrated implementation technology. The company is positioned to become a leading supplier of compact high-speed serial test solutions for customers spanning the microelectronic device, board, and system industries.

Mimetogen Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the development of peptidomimetics aimed at addressing ophthalmic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company is focused on the treatment of conditions such as dry eye syndrome, glaucoma, and degenerative retinal diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa and dry age-related macular degeneration. Mimetogen's lead product, MIM-D3, is specifically designed for managing dry eye syndrome. Established in 2004, Mimetogen Pharmaceuticals is committed to advancing therapeutic options for patients suffering from these eye conditions.

QuantuModeling Inc. designs and develops software, which is used in electronic design automation, materials design, defense, chemistry and nanotechnology. QuantuModeling Inc. is based in Montreal, Canada. QuantuModeling Inc. is a prior subsidiary of McGill University.

Sixtron Enterprises Inc. specializes in the development of anti-reflective coating solutions for the solar cell industry, with a particular focus on c-Si solar cell production lines. The company's flagship product, SunBox, is a gas handling solution designed to enhance the efficiency of solar cell manufacturing. In addition to its work in the solar sector, Sixtron is advancing thin film coating solutions applicable to the electronics and industrial coatings industries. These thin films are notable for their unique optical and mechanical properties and can be deposited without the complex requirements associated with hazardous silane gas. Founded in 2004 and based in Calgary, Canada, Sixtron Enterprises Inc. was previously known as SiXtron Advanced Materials Inc.