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Hungry is a Washington D.C.-based company that operates a food catering and delivery marketplace. Founded by Eman Pahlavani, Shy Pahlevani, and Jeff Grass, Hungry connects independent chefs with businesses seeking high-quality catered meals. The platform offers a variety of prepared meals for different occasions, allowing businesses to order office lunches from a network of local chefs with curated menus. Hungry is committed to community improvement through initiatives like the ‘Fight Against Hunger’ program, which donates one meal to those in need for every two purchased, and the ‘WeRecycle’ program, which promotes environmental waste reduction by offering biodegradable plates and cutlery. The company has operations in several major U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, and New York City, with plans to expand its footprint to 23 cities by the end of 2021.

Surf is a company that offers a browser extension designed to enhance consumer engagement and understanding for brands while compensating users for their data. The extension passively rewards individuals for their browsing habits and provides savings opportunities when shopping with preferred brands. With rapid growth, Surf expects to reach 800,000 users by the end of 2022. Additionally, Surf's enterprise division delivers high-quality data and commerce solutions to prominent brands across various industries, including entertainment and consumer goods. The company's mission is to establish a fair data economy, enabling consumers to receive value in both traditional and emerging digital environments. Surf is supported by a diverse group of investors, including notable figures from the tech and entertainment sectors.

Arcus Financial Intelligence, Inc. is a New York-based company that develops and operates a comprehensive application program interface (API) platform tailored for banks and financial institutions. Founded in 2012 and formerly known as Regalii Inc., Arcus specializes in managing consumer bills and financial data. Its platform enables real-time bill management and payment services, providing users with a detailed overview of their financial obligations, including the number of bills, amounts owed, and due dates. Additionally, Arcus offers a multi-rail payment platform that facilitates accessible payment solutions for businesses, supporting various payment methods such as account-to-account transfers and cash transactions.

Hungry is a Washington D.C.-based company that operates a food catering and delivery marketplace. Founded by Eman Pahlavani, Shy Pahlevani, and Jeff Grass, Hungry connects independent chefs with businesses seeking high-quality catered meals. The platform offers a variety of prepared meals for different occasions, allowing businesses to order office lunches from a network of local chefs with curated menus. Hungry is committed to community improvement through initiatives like the ‘Fight Against Hunger’ program, which donates one meal to those in need for every two purchased, and the ‘WeRecycle’ program, which promotes environmental waste reduction by offering biodegradable plates and cutlery. The company has operations in several major U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, and New York City, with plans to expand its footprint to 23 cities by the end of 2021.

Recoup Fitness is a Denver-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in innovative muscle recovery products aimed at both professional athletes and general consumers. The company seeks to bridge the gap between high-end professional training tools and accessible at-home recovery solutions. Recoup Fitness focuses on developing products that combine icing and rolling massage techniques, creating compact devices that can be easily held in one hand. These products are designed to provide effective relief for sore muscles and injuries while ensuring affordability and accessibility for a wider audience. By prioritizing innovation, Recoup Fitness aims to become a leading name in muscle recovery and injury treatment and prevention.

Beamery Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in recruitment CRM software, designed to enhance talent acquisition, engagement, and retention processes for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and originally known as Seed Jobs Limited, the company rebranded in 2015. Beamery's platform integrates various functions such as sourcing, recruitment marketing, and employer branding, allowing organizations to attract, identify, and engage candidates effectively. It features a Talent Data Platform that leverages AI, graph technology, and deep learning to provide actionable insights into talent dynamics, encompassing candidates, freelancers, and employees. By offering a unified solution, Beamery enables businesses to make informed hiring decisions and improve candidate experiences throughout the hiring journey.

LifeDojo Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in online behavior change and wellness programs tailored for corporate employees. The company empowers employees to design personalized health behavior change initiatives, significantly enhancing engagement among users. LifeDojo's platform incorporates clinically-proven methods over a 12-week period, supported by a coaching system that guides individuals through motivation, change planning, and actionable steps. This innovative approach has resulted in 45% of participants establishing new health habits that endure for over six months. LifeDojo's effectiveness has been demonstrated through a substantial return on investment, making it a trusted partner for large self-insured employers seeking to lower healthcare costs and foster a culture of health and productivity among their workforce. As of October 2020, LifeDojo operates as a subsidiary of Ontrak, Inc.