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Optimus Technologies® designs and builds patented EPA compliant biodiesel conversion systems (“Vector Systems”) with integrated telematics to allow medium and heavy-duty trucks to operate on up to 100% biodiesel in temperatures to -20°F. Our system is deployable within 30 days providing North American trucking fleets with the lowest cost, highest return, barrier free alternative fuel system available, allowing them a significant return on investment while achieving sustainability targets. By partnering with major industry players to leverage their capabilities, Optimus will deliver a fully integrated client solution that is rapidly scalable, creating a $279MM company by 2023. MARKET OPPORTUNITY In the U.S. there are over 10.8 million medium- and heavy-duty on-road commercial vehicles that consume 39 billion gallons of diesel fuel annually and account for 23% of transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions. , In Canada, these figures are 1.1 million, 13 billion, and 70% respectively. Fuel costs are the second largest operating expense of a fleet, after labor, accounting for roughly 40% of all costs. Fleets are aggressively seeking solutions to reduce fuel costs, even fractions of a percent, because the bottom-line impact is so substantial. Optimus enables fleets to reduce fuel costs by at least 10%, utilize domestically produced fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions while allowing a fleet of 100 trucks to save at least $800,000 in annual fuel costs. Of these 11.9 million trucks, approximately 3 million are currently operating on a low biodiesel blend . This early customer segment represents a beachhead market opportunity of $30 billion. WHY INVEST COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE ACROSS ALL CATEGORIES: We are the most competitive alternative fuel system available. Directly competing technologies such as CNG, and the emerging segment of electric trucks have high barriers to entry including long lead times, high technology and infrastructure costs, and limitations on long-haul adaptability. Our infrastructure costs are at most, 10% of competing technologies. Our integrated solution is rapidly scalable, integrating seamlessly with existing equipment and infrastructure and our range equates to and can exceed diesel technology. Competitive advantage increases in relation to weight class, with Optimus easily bypassing all heavy-duty competitors. * Only Fully Integrate Alternative Fuel Solution: Fuel System, Fuel, Fueling Infrastructure * Lowest Cost Alternative Fuel System: $12,000 Fully Installed * Guaranteed Annual Cost Savings - $8,000/year/truck * Rapidly Deployable: 30 days * Achieves Sustainability Targets: GHG Emission Credit: 60-100%, Particulate Matter Reduction 40% * DPF Operating System Improvement - Improves Efficiency * Fuel Infrastructure Solved * Simple Maintenance - Fully Automated * Available for New and Used Vehicles PROVEN MANAGEMENT TEAM - Extensive experience across the transportation, renewable fuels, software and engineering sectors from start-up to leading industry players. Multiple successes founding, financing, scaling, managing, and exiting companies. PATENTED, PROVEN TECHNOLOGY - 4 patents (2 approved and 2 pending) and extensive IP surrounding proprietary engine systems’ control software. We believe our system to be the only EPA compliant biodiesel conversion system available for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The Vector System is a proven technology in early stages of commercialization, backed by five years of research and seven years of pilot testing and development. LEVERAGE SUSTAINABILITY & REGULATION – There is a large and growing demand for alternatives to gasoline and diesel that is driven by regulation as well as public and private sector interest in reducing carbon and NOx emissions. The Company’s profitability and customer value proposition is not dependent upon these incentives, but we will leverage these multiple state, provincial, US and Canadian policies to further support expansion. Optimus’ system has been approved for the Government of Quebec’s Programme Ecocamionnage, providing a 30% rebate on the installed cost of the system. Similar provincial incentives will be pursued across Canada. ONLY APPROVED PATHWAY FOR HIGH BIODIESEL BLENDS UP TO B100 IN CALIFORNIA – Leveraging our RFID system to meet California fuel control requirements, Optimus’ core technology combined with our RFID fuel management system will provide our investors, distributors, and fuel partners a 2-3 year first mover advantage in California. SUPPORT AMERICAN MANUFACTURING & JOB CREATION – Optimus will directly create over 200 new jobs and 100% of our components are sourced from US manufacturers and suppliers. INVESTOR VALUE CREATION – $199-$279MM valuation by 2023 (5-7x EBITDA), on $12.8MM total invested capital, yielding 16-22x total investment.

Setex Technologies, a spin-out from Carnegie Mellon University, is a manufacturer of dry adhesive technology based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established in 2009, the company specializes in micro-fibrillar polymer gripping surfaces and dry adhesives designed to address complex and costly manufacturing challenges. Its innovative solutions cater to a variety of industrial applications, including anti-slip technology that improves grip in numerous products. Setex's products are utilized across several sectors, such as industrial manufacturing, sports, medical, and consumer goods, empowering product designers and engineers to create unique, market-leading designs while overcoming limitations posed by traditional adhesives and gripping materials.

Provider of a information and facility operations platform intended to help facility managers gain easy access to actionable information and make data-driven decisions. The company's information and facility operations platform offers to understand maintenance history and backlog in context of buildings, as well as helps to gain new insights from artificial intelligence enriched maintenance and building information, enabling clients to minimize waste and maximize value to owners and occupants.

Gus Gear offers medical devices intended to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Its flagship product, the Central Line Vest, prevents damage, breakage, and accidental removal of central catheters, keeping patients out of the hospital, so they can live their lives to the fullest, even while receiving treatment.

Developer of smart disinfectant robots designed to provide a better alternative to traditional disinfection services. The company's robots use ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light disinfection technology to deactivate harmful pathogens and provide safer environments in workplaces, enabling users to disinfect their spaces more thoroughly.

At Lumis,they are passionate about providing next-generation learning systems to improve patient care.They want to make sure that the educational tools preparing our clinicians support their life-critical operations. Lumis provides illuminating healthcare education through hands-on, simulation-based training that utilizes augmented reality and automated instruction for individualized, 24/7, on-demand learning. You can add our products to any existing mannequin–from a $25 CPR shell up to a $250,000 computer-controlled full-body mannequin.

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TalkMeUp operates in the corporate training sector, focusing on enhancing communication skills through an AI-driven platform. The company addresses the substantial demand for effective training by offering customized and on-demand communication coaching accessible via smartphones and computers. Users can receive immediate, data-driven feedback on their communication performance by recording their presentations or conversations. This approach allows organizations to improve employee competency across various professional settings, including retail, education, and hospitality. TalkMeUp's services are designed to empower teams in roles ranging from sales to customer service, ultimately fostering stronger communication skills that enhance overall workplace performance.

Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.

Komodo streamlines the municipal credit evaluation process. Komodo combines financial, demographic, and economic data to give municipal bond professionals a consolidated view of a municipality’s credit health and outlook. Komodo instantly provides all the information needed to evaluate a bond.

Touchwood Labs is revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. Touchwood’s proprietary invisible displays magically come to life through the surfaces of our furniture and surroundings. By merging the capabilities of this hardware platform with mindful design, Touchwood Labs is developing an ecosystem of products to build healthier relationships with technology.

Civic Champs, Inc. is a software developer that provides an application designed to assist nonprofit organizations in managing volunteer activities and tracking essential data for grant applications. The app utilizes geofencing technology to monitor volunteer check-ins and check-outs, streamlining the process of hour tracking and engagement. In addition to time management, the platform facilitates small donations, event scheduling, and mentorship tracking, while offering real-time data access and feedback mechanisms. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Civic Champs aims to reduce the administrative burden on nonprofits by automating volunteer management tasks. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.

Phlux Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and developing advanced 3D sensor technology aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in industrial robotics and automation. Founded in 2020 and based in Pittsburgh, California, the company focuses on creating innovative safety products that replace traditional physical barriers around robots with three-dimensional digital fences. Utilizing proprietary optical sensing technology, artificial intelligence, and computer vision, Phlux Technologies' solutions establish safety zones around robotic systems and other equipment. This approach not only maximizes valuable floor space but also reduces setup times and boosts productivity. By enabling the development of smarter, more advanced robots and autonomous vehicles, Phlux Technologies is positioned to significantly impact the future of collaborative robotics and industrial automation.

Revitalize Energy is a consumer energy company that helps fight tired eyes and provides a moisturizing effect with the energy needed. Revitalize provides energy instantly on contact to keep moving and improving. With just 1-2 drops in each eye, they feel refreshed and ready to go.

Lanzhou cognitive intelligence platform is an industrial service cloud platform with NLP as the core, providing a series of services such as a graph, machine translation, assisted writing, sentiment analysis, intelligent retrieval, intelligent customer service, document analysis, etc. Enter search, generation, translation, dialogue, and other business scenarios. They provide solutions for financial, marketing, cultural, and creative industries, focusing on the core scenarios in the industry to provide solutions to help enterprises upgrade intelligently.

AlgenAir is a company focused on improving indoor air quality through the development of natural air purifiers that utilize algae. Their innovative filters are designed to effectively remove carbon dioxide from the environment while simultaneously producing oxygen, creating a healthier atmosphere for occupants. By harnessing the natural processes of algae, AlgenAir offers an organic solution for air purification, catering to those seeking sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives for enhancing air quality indoors.

Spoken is a text-to-speech application based in Marietta, Ohio, designed to assist individuals facing challenges in communication. The company specializes in developing a predictive speech application that serves as a natural-language assistant for those with speech disorders. Utilizing big data and machine learning, Spoken employs user-centered design to deliver augmentative and alternative communication solutions. This technology helps users with conditions such as aphasia and nonverbal autism by predicting the next words they wish to express, enabling them to construct coherent sentences on their smartphones or tablets.

Rimsys LLC is a company that specializes in providing a cloud-based regulatory information management (RIM) software platform for medical device manufacturers. Founded in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Rimsys offers a comprehensive solution that helps these companies navigate the complex global regulatory landscape. The platform enables users to manage product registrations, monitor regulatory standards, and maintain compliance with essential principles, particularly in relation to EU medical device regulations. Rimsys’ software facilitates the tracking of registrations, renewals, and important regulatory documents while linking standards to product profiles. By digitizing and automating regulatory processes, Rimsys aims to create a more organized and efficient approach to regulatory affairs for medical devices, in vitro diagnostics, and related software.

Conservation Labs, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, specializes in smart water management technology aimed at reducing water consumption and detecting leaks. The company offers a non-invasive water monitor that can be easily attached to existing water pipes. This device integrates with an application to provide real-time data on water usage, potential leaks, and appliance performance. By offering insights into water consumption, Conservation Labs enables property owners to identify opportunities for conservation, ultimately helping them save money and better manage this vital resource. The company addresses the significant issue of excessive water use in the U.S., which amounts to over 3 trillion gallons annually, costing billions in waste.

Conservation Labs, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, specializes in smart water management technology aimed at reducing water consumption and detecting leaks. The company offers a non-invasive water monitor that can be easily attached to existing water pipes. This device integrates with an application to provide real-time data on water usage, potential leaks, and appliance performance. By offering insights into water consumption, Conservation Labs enables property owners to identify opportunities for conservation, ultimately helping them save money and better manage this vital resource. The company addresses the significant issue of excessive water use in the U.S., which amounts to over 3 trillion gallons annually, costing billions in waste.

Telling.ai develops AI voice analytics software tailored for enterprise clients, focusing on telehealth solutions for respiratory health. The company's platform is designed to assist individuals with chronic lung conditions by monitoring lung health and managing diseases to prevent acute exacerbations. Telling.ai captures respiratory sounds in real-world settings, providing real-time feedback and enhancing data quality through denoising techniques. This technology enables timely interventions for patients, ultimately aiming to reduce the risk of costly hospitalizations.

Creegh Pharmaceuticals specializes in the pharmaceutical preparation industry. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Hava Health, Inc. is a health company based in the United States that focuses on developing solutions for smoking cessation. The company manufactures a connected vape pen designed for individuals struggling with nicotine addiction. This device pairs with a smartphone application called Hale, which supports users in their efforts to quit smoking. Hava Health aims to address the health challenges associated with smoking by offering innovative products that facilitate the cessation process and ultimately reduce smoking-related illnesses and deaths. Currently, the company is in the pre-clinical stage of its development.

Miror is an online platform that allows users to explore and connect to people.

MindTrace is a medical software company that develops personalized 3D brain maps to guide neurosurgeries. The company pairs 3D brain maps with machine learning algorithms to simulate surgical resection plans and allow surgeons to predict their patient’s cognitive outcome – all before the first incision, enabling surgeons to remove as many brain tumors as possible without damaging the nearby healthy tissue. It is supported by the Creative Destruction Lab.

ESTAT Actuation make robots more dynamic using breakthrough actuator technology.

Equa Health is a smartphone meditation technology application. The mobile application runs as a mindfulness coach.

CytoAgents, Inc., a biotechnology company, manufactures protein based drugs for the treatment of influenza and other viral infectious diseases. The company offers GP1681, an agonist of a G-protein coupled receptor. CytoAgents, Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

PECA Labs, Inc. is a medical device company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on developing innovative solutions for pediatric cardiovascular care. Its primary product, the MASA Valve, is a synthetic heart valve designed for right ventricular outflow tract reconstruction in children. Utilizing advanced material properties of ePTFE, the MASA Valve addresses limitations associated with existing conduits, offering improved outcomes and reduced need for re-operation. This device has received Humanitarian Use Device designation from the FDA and has been successfully implanted in numerous patients. Additionally, PECA Labs offers exGraft, an ePTFE vascular graft marked for enhanced visibility during procedures. Founded as a spin-off from Carnegie Mellon University and UPMC, the company aims to enhance the quality of life for children with cardiac defects while minimizing the surgical interventions they face throughout their development.

Touchwood Labs is revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. Touchwood’s proprietary invisible displays magically come to life through the surfaces of our furniture and surroundings. By merging the capabilities of this hardware platform with mindful design, Touchwood Labs is developing an ecosystem of products to build healthier relationships with technology.

Endolumik is a surgical device company that develops a fluorescence-guided esophagogastric calibration system use for surgery. Endolumik was headquartered in Morgantown, USA.

Mamalux provides leakproof sleepwear for breastfeeding moms.

Ariel Precision Medicine is an integrated genomics and digital health company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that focuses on providing precision medicine solutions for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of complex chronic diseases. Founded in 2013, the company develops innovative clinical decision support tools designed to simplify personalized treatment, particularly through its flagship product, ArielDx. This cloud-based platform specifically aids in the diagnosis and management of pancreatic disease, enhancing the capabilities of healthcare providers in both emergency and clinical settings. Ariel Precision Medicine aims to improve patient outcomes by leveraging advanced technology and genomic insights in healthcare.

AdSkate’s machine learning and artificial intelligence technology provide multiple data points to make the ad buying and selling process effective and transparent

Gridwise, Inc. develops and operates a peer-to-peer driver intelligence mobile application for rideshare drivers. The company's software solution enables drivers to receive events and end time updates, real-time alerts, airport demand data, and maintain driver taskbar. Its application also enables to get alerts about traffic, weather, events letting out, and other nearby opportunities; calculate tax deductions and prepare detailed tax reports; automatically track mileage; and get real-time passenger data. Gridwise, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Gridwise, Inc. develops and operates a peer-to-peer driver intelligence mobile application for rideshare drivers. The company's software solution enables drivers to receive events and end time updates, real-time alerts, airport demand data, and maintain driver taskbar. Its application also enables to get alerts about traffic, weather, events letting out, and other nearby opportunities; calculate tax deductions and prepare detailed tax reports; automatically track mileage; and get real-time passenger data. Gridwise, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

At Lumis,they are passionate about providing next-generation learning systems to improve patient care.They want to make sure that the educational tools preparing our clinicians support their life-critical operations. Lumis provides illuminating healthcare education through hands-on, simulation-based training that utilizes augmented reality and automated instruction for individualized, 24/7, on-demand learning. You can add our products to any existing mannequin–from a $25 CPR shell up to a $250,000 computer-controlled full-body mannequin.

Make it Home Safe is a mobile application that enhances safety and security during traffic stops for both police officers and motorists. Founded in 2017 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the app aims to reduce tensions that can arise during these encounters by facilitating real-time identity verification for users. This service is designed to foster a safer interaction between law enforcement and the public, ultimately promoting trust and understanding in potentially stressful situations on the road.

Electrification of transportation, greater energy efficiency and grid modernization require advances in power electronics and power conversion systems. Magnetics have presented a critical limitation in advancing these technologies. With the ability to custom engineer the features of magnetic cores, CorePower Magnetics’ components represent a step change in efficiency and power density. ​ CorePower Magnetics’ patented combination of advanced manufacturing processes and novel materials result in up to 10x reductions in weight, 5x reductions in volume and 50% reductions in losses with no rare earth metals required. Combined with our lower operating temperatures, these benefits lead to higher current capabilities, increased electric vehicle ranges, and longer component lifetimes.

Apollo Neuroscience, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company that specializes in manufacturing a wearable wellness device designed to aid recovery from chronic stress through gentle vibrations. The device is complemented by an application that leverages neuroscience and machine learning to enhance heart rate variability, assisting users in various activities such as waking up, focusing, unwinding, and improving parasympathetic nervous system function. Founded in 2016, Apollo's products are marketed online and are intended to promote overall wellness rather than treat psychiatric disorders. The company emphasizes that its offerings are not substitutes for professional medical care.

Developer of a social content monetization platform designed to earn money through social media posts. The company's application allows users to easily mint all their social content, enabling social media creators to auto-mint social posts as non-fungible tokens, post them on their social media channels, and earn money.

Phlux Technologies, Inc. specializes in designing and developing advanced 3D sensor technology aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in industrial robotics and automation. Founded in 2020 and based in Pittsburgh, California, the company focuses on creating innovative safety products that replace traditional physical barriers around robots with three-dimensional digital fences. Utilizing proprietary optical sensing technology, artificial intelligence, and computer vision, Phlux Technologies' solutions establish safety zones around robotic systems and other equipment. This approach not only maximizes valuable floor space but also reduces setup times and boosts productivity. By enabling the development of smarter, more advanced robots and autonomous vehicles, Phlux Technologies is positioned to significantly impact the future of collaborative robotics and industrial automation.

Subtl Beauty, Inc. specializes in producing stackable makeup products designed to offer women flexibility and convenience in their beauty routines. Founded in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company provides a unique packaging solution that allows makeup products to be stored in compact, customizable stacks. This design enables easy portability, making it simple for users to carry their makeup in gym bags, purses, or pockets. Subtl Beauty sells its products exclusively online, focusing on delivering a cohesive and user-friendly experience for its customers through its innovative modularized offerings.

Circadiance creates and markets high-performance respiratory products to give people the freedom to sleep and breathe in comfort. Our designs have already revolutionized the future of positive airway pressure (PAP), and we’re continuing to develop new ways to help our customers. We understand the problem with every other respiratory therapy mask out there—they’re hard, they’re plastic, they’re uncomfortable, and they don’t work all that well. Even when they do achieve a seal, they cause pressure sores and limit sleeping positions. And if you won’t wear your mask, it won’t work.

RealX Ventures, Inc. operates an online platform designed for the buying, selling, and leasing of diverse property rights. Founded in 2019 and based in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, the company facilitates transactions related to various industries, including solar, wind, oil and gas, timber, cellular towers, pipelines, transmission lines, and agriculture. The platform streamlines the acquisition and disposition of property rights, allowing users to register properties for sale or lease and enabling dealers to efficiently search for and transact property rights. Through its services, RealX Ventures aims to connect landowners with opportunities across a range of sectors, enhancing the overall efficiency of property dealings.

Provider of a information and facility operations platform intended to help facility managers gain easy access to actionable information and make data-driven decisions. The company's information and facility operations platform offers to understand maintenance history and backlog in context of buildings, as well as helps to gain new insights from artificial intelligence enriched maintenance and building information, enabling clients to minimize waste and maximize value to owners and occupants.

Emergence Dental is a research and development medical device company that focuses on medical device design and pre-clinical development. Emergence Dental was founded in 2019 and was headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA.

SpIntellx, Inc. is a computational and systems pathology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in spatial intelligence software for analyzing pathology tissue sections, particularly in cancer diagnosis. The company offers several products, including SpIntellx, which processes image data from various imaging platforms, and HistoMapr, a computational guide designed to assist pathologists. Additionally, TumorMapr analyzes the spatial interactions of biomarkers within whole slide images using multiplexed fluorescence. Founded in 2017 by a team of pathologists, computer scientists, and biotechnologists, SpIntellx aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of pathologists while providing predictive data to improve patient outcomes.

Sterile Vision operates a medical platform designed to organize and track sterilizable tools and consumables throughout their entire use cycle in the perioperative environment. By leveraging computer vision and machine learning, the platform captures images of surgical instruments at various stages of sterilization, processing, and distribution. This technology enables precise identification and tracking of tools, significantly reducing the risk of loss and enhancing operational efficiency. The system not only streamlines the management of large tool trays but also helps clients optimize resources, ultimately leading to cost savings and improved workflow in surgical settings.

Komodo streamlines the municipal credit evaluation process. Komodo combines financial, demographic, and economic data to give municipal bond professionals a consolidated view of a municipality’s credit health and outlook. Komodo instantly provides all the information needed to evaluate a bond.

JuneBrain is an early start-up company that empowers multiple sclerosis patients through the power of telemedicine. It aims to develop a wearable and non-invasive imaging device that enables multiple sclerosis patients to monitor their disease activity at home, leading to earlier detection of MS attacks and improved monitoring of treatment efficacy. Its long-term goal is to extend the use of our device into the broader neurodegenerative disease population, thus creating a pathway towards more frequent, widely-accessible monitoring of brain health. ​It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Civic Champs, Inc. is a software developer that provides an application designed to assist nonprofit organizations in managing volunteer activities and tracking essential data for grant applications. The app utilizes geofencing technology to monitor volunteer check-ins and check-outs, streamlining the process of hour tracking and engagement. In addition to time management, the platform facilitates small donations, event scheduling, and mentorship tracking, while offering real-time data access and feedback mechanisms. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Civic Champs aims to reduce the administrative burden on nonprofits by automating volunteer management tasks. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.

Gus Gear offers medical devices intended to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Its flagship product, the Central Line Vest, prevents damage, breakage, and accidental removal of central catheters, keeping patients out of the hospital, so they can live their lives to the fullest, even while receiving treatment.

CytoAgents, Inc., a biotechnology company, manufactures protein based drugs for the treatment of influenza and other viral infectious diseases. The company offers GP1681, an agonist of a G-protein coupled receptor. CytoAgents, Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Developer a digital healthcare platform intended to come up with the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea patients and other chronic conditions. The company's platform leverages mobile smartphones, machine learning and patent-pending computer vision technologies to streamline and enhance the treatment for sleep apnea problems, enabling patients to self-manage their disease more than what is possible with the current labor-intensive process.

Encentiv Energy LLC operates a platform designed to enhance participation in energy efficiency programs for utilities, energy efficiency vendors, finance companies, and non-residential customers. The company's flagship offering, Encentivizer, is a national incentive management platform that simplifies access to local electric utility rebates, incentives, and funding solutions. It helps identify relevant programs to connect financial resources to customers' new construction and renovation projects while providing energy advisory and project financing services. Encentivizer leverages extensive data on energy efficiency products and utility incentives, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions that lead to significant energy consumption reductions. Founded in 2009 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Encentiv Energy was previously known as AllFacilities Energy Group, LLC before rebranding in 2013.

ESTAT Actuation make robots more dynamic using breakthrough actuator technology.

Go Jane Go galvanizes a new sector of discerning, pragmatic professionals to get the specific products and level of service they deserve on the road. ​ Above all, their diverse group of women wants one thing: seamless travel within an industry built by and for men.

Bindr is a dating service that caters for the bi sexual community. It's the only application available on the market that's free to all users that sign up to connect. Currently, every competitor requires payment or a subscription service to message other users. We do offer premium features, but the functionality of matching is completely free to all users and allows them to message each other from there. With this method we've found an extremely high conversion rate for new user sign ups. Our goal is to build our community and to outreach to new users about our service.

Bansen Labs LLC, founded in 2014 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in developing adaptive technology to enhance accessibility for individuals with disabilities. The company's flagship product, Xogo, is a customizable adapter that enables users to connect various assistive devices to consumer technology, including game consoles. Xogo supports multiple input types, such as USB, Bluetooth, and 3.5mm jacks, allowing users to integrate standard game controllers and assistive technology in ways that best suit their needs. This flexibility helps individuals with disabilities engage with technology more effectively, whether for gaming or other applications, by overcoming compatibility barriers and promoting a more inclusive user experience.

BlastPoint is a data solutions company that specializes in providing a predictive AI-powered platform aimed at optimizing revenue growth for various industries. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a user-friendly, customizable software platform that continuously updates to meet the evolving needs of its clients. BlastPoint serves a diverse range of sectors, including retail, utilities, emerging franchises, and nonprofit organizations. Its platform empowers businesses to discover, target, and engage with customers effectively, generating immediate insights into customer engagement challenges and enabling organizations to identify trends and unlock critical information specific to their markets.

SwifTAG Systems concepts and products were conceived by active researchers in the medical field who recognized the dramatic inefficiencies of existing small animal management systems and processes. Their mission is to bring high technology and medical research together to drive down costs and increase the time researchers spend doing actual research. They envision laboratories where animal management systems are functional, low maintenance, efficient, and as easy to use as a well-designed smartphone app. They want to see researchers focusing on medical breakthroughs, not on mindless small animal logistics. Their product lines include small animal tags, handheld and tabletop readers, cage and rack readers, whole laboratory management systems, and support software.

CareGoGi, LLC, based in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, operates an online platform that connects families seeking senior home care with qualified caregivers. Established in 2016, the platform allows users to browse caregiver profiles, view their availability and hourly rates, and facilitate the selection and employment process. CareGoGi aims to disrupt the traditional senior care industry by providing access to quality care providers at a reduced cost. The service addresses various needs, including assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, exercising, meal preparation, and housekeeping, enabling families to request medical help and consultation from caregivers conveniently.

Mighty operates an online PropTech marketplace that focuses on home inspections and repairs, aiming to streamline the homebuying and selling process. By utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform quickly converts home inspection findings into repair estimates, providing accurate data that assists buyers and sellers in negotiations. This technology not only enhances decision-making but also aims to reduce the overall closing time of real estate transactions. Additionally, Mighty standardizes pricing within the professional labor market, further supporting users in making informed choices during the home buying and selling process.

ForeFront Product Design has developed the first intelligent industrialized handheld sprayer called the Green Gorilla. The Green Gorilla line of commercial and industrial compressed air sprayers allows completing work in less time without ever having to pump again. The manual process of pumping the sprayer has been eliminated and the tank pressure is automatically maintained at an optimum level. The optimum tank pressure is accomplished using Smart Pressure Technology which utilizes a patented system to maintain and control pressure to maximize the commercial end-users productivity.

Mighty operates an online PropTech marketplace that focuses on home inspections and repairs, aiming to streamline the homebuying and selling process. By utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform quickly converts home inspection findings into repair estimates, providing accurate data that assists buyers and sellers in negotiations. This technology not only enhances decision-making but also aims to reduce the overall closing time of real estate transactions. Additionally, Mighty standardizes pricing within the professional labor market, further supporting users in making informed choices during the home buying and selling process.

Identified Technologies Corporation specializes in developing self-piloting aerial mapping and land survey drones, providing comprehensive data scanning, capture, and analytics solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a range of services that enhance project visibility and productivity for industries such as energy, mining, manufacturing, and construction. Its platform enables users to conduct 3D volumetric analysis, create 2D measurements, and generate detailed maps, while also ensuring FAA compliance and streamlined flight planning. The technology facilitates continuous job site monitoring, allowing clients to perform as-built versus planned comparisons and track project progress, ultimately improving profitability and operational efficiency.

Gridfruit is a provider of a data-driven intelligence to food operations. Its artificial intelligence-based learning platform utilizes existing food data to reduce energy and maintenance costs for food businesses. The companty was established in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2018.

Zoobean, Inc. is a company that specializes in enhancing children's literacy through its online services, which recommend and curate applications, books, and educational resources. The flagship product, Beanstack, offers personalized recommendations based on individual children's ages, interests, and reading levels, while also facilitating reading challenges and summer reading programs to engage families year-round. Additionally, Zoobean provides a SmartList service, which tailors selections to each child's unique needs, and a book of the month delivery service that includes curated content along with digital reading guides. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Zoobean aims to support parents and educators in fostering a love for reading among children.

Rapid Flow Technologies spun out of Carnegie Mellon University with the goal of introducing new Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technologies into the marketplace. Rapid Flow was created to commercialize the Surtrac adaptive traffic signal control technology developed in the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon as part of the Traffic21 research initiative. The company’s founders include the original inventors of Surtrac, who have successfully expanded the initial pilot deployment of Surtrac in Pittsburgh to a network of 50 intersections over the past three years. Rapid Flow holds an exclusive license to the patented Surtrac technology from Carnegie Mellon University, and the University has a stake in the company. In addition to Surtrac, Rapid Flow is also engaged in the development of ubiquitous Bluetooth AVI sensor network technology for ITS performance modeling and other applications through a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

HiberSense, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2015, that specializes in smart HVAC control solutions. It provides a network of smart thermostats and components, including Hiber Sensors to monitor occupancy, temperature, humidity, light, and indoor air quality, along with Hiber Vents, which adjust airflow to individual rooms, and Hiber Hub, which manages the HVAC unit. The system is designed to enhance comfort and energy efficiency, utilizing machine learning algorithms to optimize heating and cooling based on real-time data and occupancy patterns. This approach allows users to achieve energy savings of up to 40% by minimizing energy use in unoccupied spaces. HiberSense also offers services tailored for multi-family properties, enhancing tenant satisfaction and retention while providing insights into building thermal dynamics to drive profitability.

CompleteBankData.com, developed by Red River Research and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a competitive intelligence platform designed specifically for bankers. It offers a comprehensive database that includes financial information on unlisted companies, regulatory financials, and analytics, helping banks to identify and capitalize on market opportunities. The platform provides various tools for strategy insights and lead generation, facilitating growth in lending. By delivering detailed market intelligence and proprietary investment research, CompleteBankData.com enables its users to gain valuable insights from difficult-to-obtain financial data.

Interphase Materials Holdings, LLC, established in 2015 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in developing advanced materials and surface treatment technologies aimed at enhancing the efficiency of industrial cooling systems. The company's innovative solutions focus on improving heat transfer and reducing maintenance costs, catering to a diverse clientele that includes power plants, commercial and industrial HVAC systems, international heat exchanger manufacturers, and the U.S. Navy. Interphase's HTE system has demonstrated an improvement in heat exchanger heat transfer efficiency by 5-10% in preliminary tests, solidifying its role in advancing cooling technologies.

Nollapelli, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative bedding products, specializing in bed sheets and pillowcases designed to enhance the sleep experience. Founded in 2016 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company aims to create a new wellness category through its unique textiles, which incorporate a patent-pending fabric that balances moisture, temperature, and friction. This technology promotes a healthier connection between the body and bedding, appealing to consumers who prioritize beauty and wellness in their sleep routine. Nollapelli's products are available for purchase through its online store, targeting individuals seeking improved sleep quality as well as the luxury hospitality market.

Women's Job Search Network, LLC is a job-search platform dedicated to empowering female job seekers. Founded in 2018 and located in McMurray, Pennsylvania, the organization provides resources and support to help women confidently navigate their job search processes. By focusing on the unique challenges faced by women in the workforce, the network aims to equip them with the tools and knowledge necessary to take control of their career journeys and achieve their professional goals.

EKTO VR, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing innovative mobility solutions for virtual reality (VR) environments. The company's flagship product, Traverse, is a motorized wearable device designed to enhance locomotion in VR by simulating the sensation of walking. It features wearable robotic boots equipped with rotating plates that adjust to the user's walking direction and wheels that assist in leg movement. This technology allows users to remain stationary while engaging in immersive VR experiences, thereby reducing the risk of motion sickness commonly associated with VR gaming. EKTO VR aims to create a more engaging and comfortable experience for users in virtual environments.

Developer of a digital marketing platform designed to provide enterprise with marketing services. The company's platform mainly provides enterprises with digital marketing promotion and integrated marketing services based on artificial intelligence and Internet technologies, enabling clients to improve marketing operation efficiency and reduce costs.

Adrich, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company that specializes in electronic packaging hardware and customized software aimed at enhancing product usage data collection and analytics. Founded in 2016, Adrich's primary offering is a post-purchase engagement platform that integrates smart packaging hardware with tailored software solutions. This platform utilizes a smart tracking system to autonomously gather and transmit real-time data on product usage, including details such as time, geolocation, and volume. By providing valuable insights into consumer behaviors and trends, Adrich enables brands and retailers to better understand, retain, and serve their customers, ultimately enhancing their market strategies and product offerings.

Stocksnips is an artificial intelligence platform designed to enhance investment decision-making by providing investors with timely access to stock market news analysis. The company employs advanced AI technologies, including natural language processing and neural networks, to crawl and analyze approximately 50,000 news articles daily related to public companies on major exchanges. By filtering out irrelevant information and assessing market sentiment, Stocksnips delivers valuable insights into a company’s financial and operational performance. It categorizes news snippets based on key performance indicators such as revenue, sales, and earnings, facilitating informed portfolio management for asset managers and investment advisors. Through partnerships with investment experts, Stocksnips aims to validate its analytical signals, ultimately helping clients achieve better investment outcomes and mitigate risks.

Leaders of Change is a benefit corporation that aims to develop sustainable social and economic business solutions. It makes their services accessible to organizations and businesses that typically do not have the access. The corporation assess wins, provide action steps, and develops a plan to facilitate and provide tangible objectives to get companies moving in the right direction. It was founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2019.

ARIN Technologies, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based startup established in 2015 that specializes in high accuracy indoor positioning systems. The company's technology aims to enhance productivity and safety within indoor work environments by accurately determining the location of tags inside buildings. ARIN Technologies offers a dual-system product that includes hardware and software components. The hardware is known as SpotRightTM, while the software operates on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and is referred to as SpotLightTM. Through its innovative solutions, ARIN Technologies provides location-based services that facilitate improved business processes.

Touchwood Labs is revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. Touchwood’s proprietary invisible displays magically come to life through the surfaces of our furniture and surroundings. By merging the capabilities of this hardware platform with mindful design, Touchwood Labs is developing an ecosystem of products to build healthier relationships with technology.

Conservation Labs, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, specializes in smart water management technology aimed at reducing water consumption and detecting leaks. The company offers a non-invasive water monitor that can be easily attached to existing water pipes. This device integrates with an application to provide real-time data on water usage, potential leaks, and appliance performance. By offering insights into water consumption, Conservation Labs enables property owners to identify opportunities for conservation, ultimately helping them save money and better manage this vital resource. The company addresses the significant issue of excessive water use in the U.S., which amounts to over 3 trillion gallons annually, costing billions in waste.

Farm Jenny LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Mars, Pennsylvania, specializes in agricultural technology aimed at enhancing animal health and productivity for small to mid-sized farms. The company develops wearable technology and sensor-based equipment that enables farmers to monitor the health and behavior of their livestock. By providing behavior-tracking wearables and strategically placed sensors throughout the farm, Farm Jenny's products leverage machine learning and predictive analytics to deliver real-time alerts and recommendations to users' smartphones. This innovative approach helps farmers identify health issues early and make informed decisions, ultimately improving animal welfare and operational efficiency.

Treatspace, Inc. is a healthcare platform based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, established in 2012. The platform enhances online relationships among healthcare professionals, medical practices, hospitals, and patients. It offers several networks, including Lifesaving Health Networks, which connects patients and physicians, and a Referral Network that streamlines referral management for primary care practices and specialists. Additionally, the Clinical Network fosters collaboration among clinicians. Treatspace provides accurate and verifiable information about healthcare practices, enabling patients to access trustworthy details about their doctors. By improving patient engagement and facilitating clinical collaboration, Treatspace transforms the processes of referral management and care coordination in primary care, specialty care, and hospital systems.

Subtl Beauty, Inc. specializes in producing stackable makeup products designed to offer women flexibility and convenience in their beauty routines. Founded in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company provides a unique packaging solution that allows makeup products to be stored in compact, customizable stacks. This design enables easy portability, making it simple for users to carry their makeup in gym bags, purses, or pockets. Subtl Beauty sells its products exclusively online, focusing on delivering a cohesive and user-friendly experience for its customers through its innovative modularized offerings.

Toaster Party is a developer of an animation studio platform used to create quality and engaging cartoons. Its platform allows users to pick from a variety of accessories and backgrounds to customize a character and environment for stories that enable users to create, experiment, collaborate, and share their creativity. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

RC21X is a company focused on developing a web-based application that measures and monitors brain performance. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, the company offers a user-friendly system that includes 15 brief, game-like modules designed to engage users in assessing their brain health. Targeting both business and consumer markets, RC21X provides its services through clinical settings and self-administered online portals, allowing users to take proactive steps in managing their cognitive wellness. The application aims to help individuals understand their brain function and establish a personal brain performance profile, ultimately promoting neuroplasticity and the development of mental reserves to mitigate age-related cognitive decline. With a diverse team of researchers, medical practitioners, and software designers, RC21X is dedicated to enhancing awareness of brain health as an essential aspect of overall wellness.

Aurochs Brewing Company, founded in 2012 and based in Emsworth, Pennsylvania, specializes in brewing gluten-free craft beers. The company is dedicated to creating flavorful beers using ancient grains, which lend complexity and character to their unique recipes. Aurochs Brewing operates from a dedicated gluten-free facility, ensuring that its products contain no wheat, barley, or rye, making them safe for individuals with gluten intolerance. The brand emphasizes its commitment to quality and authenticity, allowing consumers to enjoy a dynamic drinking experience that reflects the untamed spirit of the legendary Aurochs. Their philosophy promotes a sense of freedom and individuality, encapsulated in their slogan that highlights their beers as "Never Domesticated. Always Free."

MedRespond LLC provides a search engine technology for healthcare use. Its technology provides an interactive information exchange that simulates one-to-one conversation online. The company offers Answer Engine, a technology used to analyze questions, decipher the intent, and deliver the response; and Answer Analytics System, which enables the clients to explore their visitor's demographics, psychographics, and usage patterns. MedRespond LLC is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Honeycomb Credit, Inc. owns and operates an electronic platform where business owners can seek to borrow money from investors, and where investors can offer loans to businesses. The company, through its funding portal, lets small businesses borrow money from their own customers in a community. It allows debt crowdfunding between lenders and borrowers. Honeycomb Credit, Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Honeycomb Credit, Inc. owns and operates an electronic platform where business owners can seek to borrow money from investors, and where investors can offer loans to businesses. The company, through its funding portal, lets small businesses borrow money from their own customers in a community. It allows debt crowdfunding between lenders and borrowers. Honeycomb Credit, Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Hebi Robotics specializes in creating intelligent, modular building blocks for robotic solutions, enabling faster, more efficient, and cost-effective development. Their products feature well-defined interfaces and internet-enabled connectivity, allowing users to concentrate on high-level tasks instead of intricate implementation details. This approach not only accelerates the development process but also enhances the customization of robots to meet specific needs, leading to improved performance. By focusing on flexibility and reconfigurability, Hebi Robotics aims to simplify the creation of robots, making them more useful and safe for various applications. Overall, their innovative tools help reduce development time and costs by ensuring that only essential components are utilized in each project.

At Lumis,they are passionate about providing next-generation learning systems to improve patient care.They want to make sure that the educational tools preparing our clinicians support their life-critical operations. Lumis provides illuminating healthcare education through hands-on, simulation-based training that utilizes augmented reality and automated instruction for individualized, 24/7, on-demand learning. You can add our products to any existing mannequin–from a $25 CPR shell up to a $250,000 computer-controlled full-body mannequin.

Producer of biodegradable chewing gum intended to kill bacteria and prevent plaque on teeth. The company's decomposable gum cleans teeth on the go without synthetic, one-use plastic products that pollute the planet, enabling customers to keep their teeth healthy.

Jetpack Workflow LLC is a cloud-based workflow software provider that specializes in serving CPAs, bookkeepers, and accountants. Founded in 2013 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company offers a web application that streamlines the management of recurring client work. Users can import client data, create and manage projects and tasks, set recurrence patterns, and track staff progress, all while ensuring ease of use. The platform is designed to enhance productivity and profitability for accounting firms by simplifying complex features and making them accessible to organizations of various sizes.

Module Housing, LLC designs and develops adaptable housing solutions. The company develops a wall system and design platform that enables residents to turn a one bedroom starter unit into a three bedroom house. It collects information about the users, and determines the next steps to get users closer to moving into next home. The company offers modules, such as the grown-up, the flat top, the Tom and Jerry, and the moonlighter. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.

Ariel Precision Medicine is an integrated genomics and digital health company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that focuses on providing precision medicine solutions for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of complex chronic diseases. Founded in 2013, the company develops innovative clinical decision support tools designed to simplify personalized treatment, particularly through its flagship product, ArielDx. This cloud-based platform specifically aids in the diagnosis and management of pancreatic disease, enhancing the capabilities of healthcare providers in both emergency and clinical settings. Ariel Precision Medicine aims to improve patient outcomes by leveraging advanced technology and genomic insights in healthcare.