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Founded in Paris in 2020, Umiami is a French food-tech company dedicated to developing plant-based food technology. It specializes in creating whole-cut alternatives that replicate the taste, texture, and smell of meat, aiming to reduce global meat consumption.

Reebelo is a global marketplace specializing in refurbished tech devices and lifestyle products. It offers consumers savings up to 70% on brand-new items or flexible rental options, promoting sustainability by reducing e-waste through the circular economy.

Founded in 2020, Cheaf is a Mexican tech company that operates a mobile marketplace. This platform connects food stores with surplus items to users who can purchase these at significant discounts, thereby reducing food waste.

GAIA operates a prominent e-commerce platform for furniture in Mexico, providing a diverse selection of high-quality products that includes sofas, chairs, drawers, dressers, bureaus, tables, desks, rugs, lamps, textiles, paintings, and various accessories. The company showcases a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, artisan, industrial, and retro, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences. By offering well-crafted home furnishing products at affordable prices, GAIA aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers seeking to furnish their spaces.

Greenly provides a carbon accounting and management platform that helps companies track, measure, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It delivers GHG protocol compliant disclosures and Net Zero strategies aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative, and automates data collection by integrating with customers' accounting and billing systems for real-time emission analysis and ongoing carbon reporting. The platform supports industry-specific implementations with activity-based tracking apps for verticals such as freight, electricity, cloud, inventory management, and financed emissions, and helps procurement teams implement sustainable purchasing policies and engage suppliers to decarbonize the supply chain. Greenly focuses on practical, scalable solutions beyond traditional consulting, enabling continuous monitoring, reduction, and offsetting in line with international carbon accounting standards.

Sundayapp is a fully integrated solution built for restaurants, bars, pubs, cafés, and hotels customers to pay for their food via a QR code. It is built by restaurateurs for restaurateurs to connect the front and back-of-house operations and to deliver the fastest payment method. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Lendable operates a peer-to-peer lending platform that streamlines the loan borrowing process. By connecting borrowers directly with investors, it eliminates the traditional banking structure, which often involves complex paperwork and lengthy procedures. Lendable offers paperless loans that can be accessed quickly and efficiently, allowing users to receive personalized rates without impacting their credit scores. This approach provides fair lending options for individuals, including those with less-than-perfect credit histories, making it easier for them to secure the financing they need.

The Hokus Platform is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in providing a digital distribution platform for life insurance tailored to private banks. The platform is designed to standardize and centralize the management of life insurance contracts from various providers, streamlining the administrative processes associated with life insurance. By simplifying these operations, The Hokus Platform enables private banks to significantly reduce processing times and enhance the efficiency of life insurance services within an open architecture framework.

Founded in 2017, Yassir is a leading super app offering on-demand ride-hailing, last-mile delivery, payment services, and financial solutions. Operating across multiple countries with over $150 million in funding, the company aims to digitize daily services while promoting social values.

Eyewa is an online optical store that aims to simplify the eyewear shopping experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By focusing on convenience and affordability, Eyewa strives to provide customers with a fashion-forward selection of eyewear that meets their individual needs.

AceUp is a global provider of human-centered leadership development solutions for individuals and teams. The company helps innovative, purpose-driven organizations build high-performing teams at scale by upskilling leaders at all levels to lead transformation in a VUCA environment. Its approach combines one-on-one and team coaching with AI-powered micro-learning and prescriptive analytics to maximize team alignment, engagement, and performance. AceUp supports employers in unlocking full potential across their workforce by delivering personalized coaching from renowned experts to address the employee development gap and improve engagement, alignment, and performance at scale.

Essor is a growth platform for consumer brands, offering branding, acquisitions, sourcing, and marketing to help brands scale from startup to omnichannel global players. It delivers digital branding services, strategic consulting, and e-commerce growth solutions, leveraging technology and partnerships to expand reach. It manages a portfolio of health and wellness and lifestyle brands that are sold on Amazon, direct-to-consumer channels, and major retailers such as Target, CVS, and Walmart.

IXcellerate is a leading Carrier Neutral Data Centre located in Moscow, offering high-quality co-location services that meet the stringent standards of financial institutions, multinational corporations, international carriers, and major content providers. The facility provides clients with tailored solutions to address their specific needs, including basic co-location and private, secure cages. IXcellerate's data centers are designed to facilitate telecommunications and traffic exchange, offering an ecosystem that includes systems monitoring and cross-connections. With its strategic location within the MKAD of Central Moscow, IXcellerate ensures affordable and resilient connectivity, enabling clients to connect seamlessly to both local and global markets while maintaining security and low latency.

Founded in 2011, Ynsect is a biotech company specializing in insect farming and processing. It produces feed for fish and poultry using insects as a sustainable protein source. The company also develops products for non-food applications such as organic fertilizers and bioenergy.

Kwali is an AI-driven company focused on enhancing the operational efficiency of food franchises through innovative software solutions. Its platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate quality control processes, which include event recognition, detection, and hygiene checks. This technology enables restaurant and franchise owners to streamline inspections without needing significant financial investments. Additionally, Kwali's offerings help improve productivity, target HR training, and automate marketing efforts, ultimately facilitating seamless delivery services. Through its advanced tools, Kwali aims to optimize the overall management of food franchise operations.

Edukasyon is an Edtech platform that democratizes access to online tutoring, skills training, and college guidance for over 8 million learners in the Philippines and beyond. It offers personalized academic support through Edge Tutor, life skill development via Empower, and free access to educational resources including scholarships and internships through Explore.

Gardyn, Inc., founded in 2018 by FX Rouxel and based in Bethesda, Maryland, develops advanced technologies for growing large quantities of nutritious produce at home. The company specializes in high-density, intelligent, plug-and-play systems for vertical cultivation, enabling year-round production of top-quality greens and fruits regardless of climate. Gardyn's indoor micro-gardens and farms are designed to improve lifestyle, health, and the environment by providing tasty, affordable, and nutritious produce without compromising on design, space, or resources. These systems can be controlled through a software application, making home food production accessible and efficient. The company also sells its products online.

Scalefast is a global e-commerce platform that empowers brands in entertainment, consumer goods, and fashion sectors. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, with offices in Madrid and Paris, the company offers a comprehensive suite of tools and services to simplify and enhance online shopping experiences. Scalefast's platform provides business infrastructure, e-commerce operations, internationalization, fulfillment, fraud protection, and customer engagement features such as social sign-on, local currency and languages, checkout cross-selling, exclusive bundling, subscriptions, and loyalty programs. By leveraging artificial intelligence and e-commerce expertise, Scalefast enables brands to scale quickly, increase revenue, and better understand and retain customers.

Novade, established in 2013 and based in Singapore, specializes in construction management software. It offers a platform that digitizes and automates site processes such as quality control, safety management, progress tracking, workforce management, and maintenance. The software synchronizes all project data, including inspections, checklists, asset tracking, and repair management, using features like digital forms, drawing mark-ups, and location mapping. It generates reports and provides insights to streamline operations, serving leading contractors, developers, and owners worldwide.

AssoConnect is a digital platform designed to streamline the management of associations and community organizations. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools that simplify various administrative tasks, including accounting, membership management, payment tracking, and grant applications. By automating these processes, AssoConnect allows volunteers and community leaders to save significant time and focus on their core activities and projects. The platform's intuitive design makes it accessible for users, enabling them to effectively manage their associations over the long term. AssoConnect represents a significant advancement in the digital transformation of the voluntary sector, offering a solution that enhances operational efficiency for sports associations, clubs, and other organizations.

Lalilo is a Paris-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing web-based application software for K-2 teachers. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to create customized reading exercises tailored to each student's individual needs. It also prepares personalized printable worksheets, enhancing the learning experience. Lalilo aims to revolutionize literacy education by empowering teachers to differentiate instruction and support varied learning paces within the classroom. The application is accessible on multiple devices, including tablets and computers, making it versatile for educational settings. Through its innovative approach, Lalilo seeks to improve reading skills among young learners while facilitating effective teaching strategies.

Edukasyon is an Edtech platform that democratizes access to online tutoring, skills training, and college guidance for over 8 million learners in the Philippines and beyond. It offers personalized academic support through Edge Tutor, life skill development via Empower, and free access to educational resources including scholarships and internships through Explore.

ZoodPay is a Buy Now Pay Later payment solution offering interest-free installments in the untapped countries of MENA & Central Asia.

The CareVoice Limited is a Shanghai-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in mobile-based, data-driven software solutions aimed at enhancing the healthcare experience in China. The company provides a platform that offers community-sourced ratings and recommendations for healthcare services, including hospitals, doctors, and treatments. Patients can share their experiences through ratings and reviews, fostering a collaborative environment for individuals undergoing similar medical journeys. By digitalizing the healthcare and insurance processes, The CareVoice aims to create a more consumer-centric approach to healthcare, facilitating better decision-making for patients and improving overall patient experiences. The company also has an office in Hong Kong, reflecting its international presence in the health insurtech sector.

Eyewa is an online optical store that aims to simplify the eyewear shopping experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By focusing on convenience and affordability, Eyewa strives to provide customers with a fashion-forward selection of eyewear that meets their individual needs.

客湖KEHU operates an online platform that assists brands in managing their independent business customers in China. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Shanghai, the company serves a diverse range of clients including restaurants, garages, and factories.

PT Aplikasi Karya Anak Bangsa, commonly known as Gojek, is a mobile application-based platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company initially operated a motorcycle taxi fleet but has since evolved into a comprehensive Super App, offering a wide range of services including food delivery, transportation, digital payments, shopping, and various on-demand services such as massages. Launched in 2015, Gojek has rapidly become the largest consumer transactional technology group in Southeast Asia, driven by its commitment to speed, innovation, and social impact. The platform aims to empower the informal sector in the region while catering to diverse markets, including logistics, food, and entertainment.

BLANC is a new generation people & planet-friendly clothes cleaner. BLANC cleans all clothes, even the most delicate, in a healthy, natural and sustainable way. We currently operate two stores in London (Marylebone and Notting Hill) and a collection & delivery service for individuals and corporate clients. We smell good. We are ethical. We are convenient. The Evening Standard made no mistake and voted us one of London’s five best drycleaners... WHAT WE STAND FOR BLANC is sustainable in every way: we use biodegradable and health-friendly detergents instead of the toxic chemicals traditionally used by drycleaners (chief among which is Perchlorethylene - “Perc” - a widely acknowledged carcinogenic and a soil, air and water pollutant currently being banned in the US and many European countries). We recycle and re-use resources, from hangers to bags to waste produced in our facilities. We respect our staff, and train, develop, and listen to them - because they are the experts and are at the heart of everything we do. JOIN THE REVOLUTION TODAY Want to join the latest revolution in ethical businesses? Pay one of our stores a visit or browse our collection of sustainable homeware products on www.blanchome.com. We will be looking forward to serving you. BLANC Marylebone A: 79 George Street, W1U 8AQ, London E: marylebone@blancclean.com T: 0207 935 9204 BLANC Notting Hill A: 77 Lonsdale Road, W11 2DF, London E: nottinghill@blanclean.com T: 0207 221 7575

Founded in 2018, Landis is a real estate technology company based in New York. It specializes in helping renters become homeowners by allowing customers to select their dream home, rent it initially, and purchase it anytime within the first twelve months. The company also assists customers in building credit and saving for a down payment, providing a transparent process for transitioning from renting to owning.

Upfluence develops a cloud-based influencer marketing platform that enables businesses worldwide to identify, contact, manage influencers across multiple social media platforms, automate administrative tasks, and analyze campaign performance. Founded in 2013, the company operates globally with offices in New York, Paris, Lyon, and Lausanne.

Edukasyon is an Edtech platform that democratizes access to online tutoring, skills training, and college guidance for over 8 million learners in the Philippines and beyond. It offers personalized academic support through Edge Tutor, life skill development via Empower, and free access to educational resources including scholarships and internships through Explore.

CoinAfrique is a Senegalese startup founded in 2014 with additional offices in Benin, Ivory Coast, and France. It operates a mobile application for classified advertisements, primarily serving Francophone Africa. The platform facilitates the buying and selling of second-hand goods, connecting users to make quality deals through their phones.

GAIA operates a prominent e-commerce platform for furniture in Mexico, providing a diverse selection of high-quality products that includes sofas, chairs, drawers, dressers, bureaus, tables, desks, rugs, lamps, textiles, paintings, and various accessories. The company showcases a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, artisan, industrial, and retro, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences. By offering well-crafted home furnishing products at affordable prices, GAIA aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers seeking to furnish their spaces.

Invincible Brands is a Berlin-based company focused on creating innovative health, beauty, and fitness products. Utilizing proprietary product development methods, the company ensures that its offerings meet high customer expectations. In addition to product creation, Invincible Brands provides social media marketing services, reaching over 100 million individuals globally each month. This combination of quality product development and extensive marketing capabilities distinguishes Invincible Brands in the competitive landscape of health and beauty.

Infracommerce Negocios E Solucoes Em Internet Ltda. is a leading provider of e-commerce software and services, established in 2012 and based in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The company specializes in offering comprehensive end-to-end e-commerce solutions, including backoffice integration, digital marketing, logistics, payment processing, and customer support services. With over 1,500 employees and a focus on technology and management solutions, Infracommerce aims to enhance the efficiency and scalability of retailers and industries engaging in online sales. The company leverages the expertise of its team, which has more than twenty years of experience in the field, to continuously innovate and improve its service offerings. Infracommerce has established itself as a market leader in full-service e-commerce solutions in Brazil and Mexico, driving significant sales performance and operational efficiency for its clients.

Drcom is a life science marketing agency that specializes in medical communication and closed-loop marketing. The company leverages technology to develop innovative tools and digital solutions that enhance engagement between pharmaceutical companies, healthcare professionals, and patients. By analyzing data, Drcom creates tailored marketing materials and omnichannel communication strategies that facilitate effective interactions and improve customer relationship management. This approach allows businesses to gather valuable insights and foster stronger connections with their target audiences through personalized and data-driven communications.