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Wugen is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative CAR-T therapies for T-cell malignancies. Utilizing advanced gene editing technologies, Wugen aims to address the challenges associated with the clinical development of allogeneic CAR-T cells. The company is working on next-generation off-the-shelf memory natural killer (NK) and CAR-T cell therapies, leveraging its proprietary Moneta platform and deep expertise in genomic engineering. These efforts are directed toward creating a new class of memory NK cell therapies to effectively treat both hematological and solid tumor malignancies, ultimately enhancing the medical community's ability to combat life-threatening cancers.

Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Lyra Health, Inc. is a Burlingame, California-based company that operates a digital platform connecting employers with mental health care providers. Founded in 2015, Lyra Health aims to improve access to effective mental health care for employees by utilizing innovative matching technology. The platform enables members to find personalized care by connecting them to a curated network of therapists and coaches, facilitating live video therapy and offering digital self-care tools. Lyra Health assesses treatment outcomes using clinical measures, such as the PHQ-9 and GAD-7, to monitor symptom improvement for conditions like anxiety and depression. This approach has resulted in significantly higher engagement and better outcomes compared to traditional mental health plans. Through its services, Lyra Health helps employees navigate the mental health system, schedule appointments, and maintain support throughout their treatment journey.

Personal Genome Diagnostics develops a patient-specific analysis of the cancer genome by using advanced tools and technologies. They were the first to sequence and analyze whole human cancer exomes and subsequently identified many alterations responsible for the development of cancer. They have described the principles underlying the genetic basis of human cancer and have developed novel technologies for non-invasive “liquid biopsy” approaches in cancer. Through PGDx, our founders bring their proprietary methods and expertise to research teams worldwide. The services help oncologists and translational scientists sequence and analyze cancer genomes and identify mutations to characterize aspects of the disease. Their expertise in genome analysis ranges from sample preparation and sequencing to data interpretation and analysis. They specialize in high-throughput next-generation sequencing and proprietary algorithms to identify alterations in complex cancer genomes and have developed novel technologies for non-invasive “liquid biopsy” approaches in cancer. Personal Genome Diagnostics was founded in 2010 and is based in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.

StockX operates a live bid/ask marketplace for buying and selling limited edition and high demand sneakers. Its marketplace enables users to anonymously buy and sell limited edition consumer products with stock market-like visibility. StockX’s platform allows users to create their own personalized sneaker portfolio by uploading their current collection and compare and contrast their sneaker collection to other users on the platform. The company was founded in March 2015, with its headquarters in Detroit in Michigan.

Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Outreach Inc. is a sales engagement platform based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on enhancing revenue growth by optimizing customer interactions across various channels, including email, voice, and social media. Founded in 2014, the platform utilizes machine learning to automate repetitive sales tasks, personalize communication, and prioritize key customer touchpoints. Outreach provides tools for account-based, outbound, and inbound sales, as well as customer retention and expansion. Its features include task management, email and activity tracking, and buyer sentiment analysis, which helps sales teams improve performance based on emotional signals from potential buyers. The company's clientele includes notable organizations such as Zoom, Okta, and Microsoft, all of which rely on Outreach to enhance the effectiveness of their sales efforts and gain better visibility into sales activities.

Samsara Networks Inc. is an industrial Internet of Things (IoT) company that develops integrated hardware and software solutions to provide real-time visibility, analytics, and artificial intelligence across various sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, Samsara serves over 20,000 customers in industries such as transportation, logistics, field services, food production, energy, construction, local governments, and manufacturing. Their product offerings include vehicle telematics, driver safety, mobile workflow and compliance, asset tracking, and industrial process controls, all accessible through a unified, cloud-based platform. The company’s Connected Operations Cloud connects physical operations data to its comprehensive data platform and applications, enabling businesses to optimize their operational efficiency.

Spruce Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for rare endocrine disorders. Founded in 2014 and based in Daly City, California, the company is primarily focused on its lead candidate, tildacerfont, which is being evaluated in Phase II clinical trials for classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in both adults and children. Tildacerfont aims to be the first non-steroidal treatment that enhances disease control while minimizing the reliance on steroids for managing CAH. Additionally, Spruce Biosciences is exploring tildacerfont's potential applications in treating polycystic ovary syndrome in women. The company has also entered a licensing agreement with Eli Lilly and Company to research and develop compounds for various pharmaceutical applications. Through its efforts, Spruce Biosciences seeks to significantly improve the quality of life for patients with rare endocrine disorders who have historically been underserved by medical advancements.

Globalization Partners, Inc. provides outsourced professional employer organization (PEO) and employment services, facilitating global workforce management for client companies. Its Global Expansion Platform™ allows businesses to hire talent in over 150 countries quickly, eliminating the need for costly foreign subsidiaries. By managing payroll and legal compliance through local subsidiaries, the company mitigates the risks associated with global expansion. Globalization Partners offers a range of services, including customized employee benefits packages, compliant HR policies, employment contracts, and legal support on local labor laws. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in San Diego and various international locations, the company is recognized for its expertise in enabling businesses to navigate complex global employment landscapes efficiently.

BigBasket is an online food and grocery store that delivers personal and household needs right to customers' doorstep. The company believes in being smart, quick, and efficient making life as leisurely as possible. Customers can browse through the vast range of products at bigbasket.com, order, and get them to be delivered at the customers' own convenient time slot. The company handpicks each and every product, putting it through a safety packaging process, and delivering to customers' home.

Anaplan, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based connected planning platform designed to enhance collaboration and decision-making across various business functions, including finance, sales, supply chain, marketing, and human resources. The platform integrates different database structures, allowing organizations to create and utilize models in a unified manner. Anaplan operates under a subscription model and offers its services over the Internet, in addition to providing professional services such as consulting, implementation, and training to support users in leveraging the platform effectively. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, Anaplan has a global presence with offices in multiple countries and a network of expert partners, catering to large and fast-growing organizations seeking to streamline their planning processes.

Opinio is a rapidly growing start-up that specializes in on-demand delivery services for food, groceries, and various other products. Established by graduates from IIT Kanpur in June 2015, the company operates a delivery platform designed to connect users with local merchants, including restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies. By leveraging a fleet of delivery personnel, known as Ground Pilots, Opinio aims to provide a reliable and efficient service, often completing deliveries in an average of twenty minutes. The company's B2B model focuses on partnering with local businesses to enhance their delivery capabilities, thereby facilitating a fast and transparent delivery system for consumers and merchants alike. Recently, Opinio secured funding from prominent venture capital firm Accel Partners, further supporting its growth trajectory.

AppDynamics is a developer of an observability platform focused on application performance management and mobile analytics. The platform is designed to provide real-time insights into application performance, user interactions, and overall business performance. By dynamically collecting millions of performance data points across applications and infrastructure, it enables organizations to proactively monitor and optimize complex software environments. AppDynamics employs advanced analytics to instantly identify performance anomalies and facilitate automatic fixes, ensuring continuous measurement of business impact. This capability is delivered in real-time, allowing for flexibility in deployment across cloud or on-premise environments. The emphasis on user interactions enhances customer engagement and improves operational efficiency, positioning AppDynamics as a critical tool for software-defined businesses seeking to enhance their digital performance.