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Centerline Biomedical, Inc. is a Cleveland-based company founded in 2014, focused on developing advanced navigation systems for interventional vascular procedures. The company specializes in a non-x-ray based, three-dimensional GPS surgical navigation technology that enhances the precision and outcomes of endovascular procedures while significantly reducing radiation exposure for both patients and healthcare providers. This innovative system assists surgeons in accurately navigating catheters and guide wires through the complex three-dimensional anatomy of patients with vascular diseases, ultimately enabling safer and more effective image-guided surgeries. The technology is rooted in research and development from the Cleveland Clinic, highlighting its commitment to improving surgical practices in the medical field.

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My One Medical Source® (MOMS), a health-tech company connecting diagnostic clinical labs with medically-trained personnel to prepare and ship specimen to designated labs.

Thrivable is a technology platform that helps health care organizations tap into a comprehensive patient database to do market research activities. Right now the market research process is slow, expensive, and frustrating for companies. Thrivable has created a solution that reduces the time it takes to get insights from months to hours.

Packback, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2014. It operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance online discussions in academic settings. This platform enables professors to evaluate and improve students' critical thinking skills through structured digital interactions. Packback offers two main products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion forum that fosters engagement and personalized learning. The company's innovative approach aims to make learning more engaging and effective, helping students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for their subjects.

AVIA Health Innovation specializes in digital healthcare transformation, focusing on developing platforms and systems that enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing within the healthcare sector. The company's flagship offering, AVIA Connect, supports hospitals and health systems in identifying, selecting, and implementing innovative IT-enabled solutions that drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance value. By facilitating collaboration between healthcare providers and entrepreneurs, AVIA accelerates the adoption of emerging technologies while mitigating associated risks. The company addresses critical needs in areas such as population health, clinical data insights, care model redesign, patient engagement, and operational effectiveness. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, AVIA serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, medical groups, health plans, and life sciences companies.

Healthfinch's Practice Automation Platform, Charlie, leverages EMR data to automate, delegate and simplify routine, repeatable tasks, like prescription refill requests, visit planning, diagnostics results management, and more. Its Charlie Practice Automation Platform integrates seamlessly with Allscripts, Epic, and athena EMRs to automate the prescription refill request workflow, assist in pre-visit planning, and identify care gaps. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

BucketFeet, Inc., doing business as BucketFeet, designs and manufactures shoes for men, women, and children. It also offers tees, hoodies, and socks. The company provides its products online. BucketFeet, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 23, 2017, BucketFeet, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SkinnyCorp, LLC.

LearnCore is a cloud-based learning platform dedicated to enhancing mission-critical skills and developing top performers within organizations. It provides sales training and coaching software designed to improve the buyer-seller experience by equipping sales professionals with the necessary training to engage effectively with potential clients. The platform features collaborative technology that allows users to practice skills and learn from high performers, streamlining the development process. Additionally, it offers managers and executives valuable insights into team performance and identifies skill gaps, facilitating targeted coaching and training efforts. LearnCore aims to elevate employee performance and drive productivity across organizations.

YCharts, Inc. is a financial analytics company that offers a range of data and analytics solutions tailored to investment professionals, portfolio managers, and wealth advisors. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago, with additional offices in New York City, YCharts provides tools such as fundamental equity data, financial data alerts, and stock screening capabilities, allowing users to compare data across companies for benchmarking and time-series analysis. The platform also features Portfolio Sync, which integrates client portfolio holdings automatically. YCharts caters to various sectors, including wealth management, asset management, hedge funds, and equity research, thereby supporting informed decision-making through its comprehensive financial and economic data set.

The Eastman Egg Company, LLC is a fast casual restaurant based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2013. The establishment focuses on providing healthy breakfast and lunch options to busy individuals. Its menu features farm-fresh, made-to-order egg sandwiches and bowls, homemade yogurt parfaits, and a variety of sides and snacks. Additionally, the restaurant offers a full craft coffee and espresso program sourced from Irving Farm. Beyond regular dining, The Eastman Egg Company provides catering services for various events, including corporate meetings, brunches, and weddings, emphasizing quality and unique ingredients in its offerings.

Healthfinch's Practice Automation Platform, Charlie, leverages EMR data to automate, delegate and simplify routine, repeatable tasks, like prescription refill requests, visit planning, diagnostics results management, and more. Its Charlie Practice Automation Platform integrates seamlessly with Allscripts, Epic, and athena EMRs to automate the prescription refill request workflow, assist in pre-visit planning, and identify care gaps. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

BucketFeet, Inc., doing business as BucketFeet, designs and manufactures shoes for men, women, and children. It also offers tees, hoodies, and socks. The company provides its products online. BucketFeet, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 23, 2017, BucketFeet, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SkinnyCorp, LLC.

AVIA Health Innovation specializes in digital healthcare transformation, focusing on developing platforms and systems that enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing within the healthcare sector. The company's flagship offering, AVIA Connect, supports hospitals and health systems in identifying, selecting, and implementing innovative IT-enabled solutions that drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance value. By facilitating collaboration between healthcare providers and entrepreneurs, AVIA accelerates the adoption of emerging technologies while mitigating associated risks. The company addresses critical needs in areas such as population health, clinical data insights, care model redesign, patient engagement, and operational effectiveness. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, AVIA serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, medical groups, health plans, and life sciences companies.

Packback, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2014. It operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance online discussions in academic settings. This platform enables professors to evaluate and improve students' critical thinking skills through structured digital interactions. Packback offers two main products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion forum that fosters engagement and personalized learning. The company's innovative approach aims to make learning more engaging and effective, helping students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for their subjects.

BucketFeet, Inc., doing business as BucketFeet, designs and manufactures shoes for men, women, and children. It also offers tees, hoodies, and socks. The company provides its products online. BucketFeet, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 23, 2017, BucketFeet, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SkinnyCorp, LLC.

WeDeliver connects businesses to their customers by providing same-day delivery of goods, real-time tracking and customer feedback. Using a fleet of curated, on-demand drivers powered by algorithmic dispatching, the company ensures the quickest delivery of any product from any business to any customer at any time.

DialogTech provides actionable marketing analytics for businesses that value inbound phone calls. Consistently recognized as the leader and pioneer in call analytics and optimization, DialogTech is the trusted voice management platform for Fortune 500 brands, agencies, and fast-growing companies. From call attribution to conversation analytics to caller experience optimization, only DialogTech has everything marketers need to drive more of the conversations that drive revenue.

Signal Digital, Inc. is a digital marketing technology company that specializes in customer identity solutions for enterprises. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Signal offers a platform designed to enhance the customer experience by delivering contextual relevance at various engagement points. Its key services include Onboard to Activate, which helps businesses engage the right customers while eliminating duplicate and outdated audiences; Onsite Identity Resolution, which identifies anonymous visitors; and a Measurement solution that provides detailed insights into media impressions and return on investment. The Signal Open Data Platform enables marketers to collect and synchronize data from multiple offline and online sources in real-time, facilitating improved customer interactions across all channels. In June 2014, the company changed its name from BrightTag Inc. and operates as a subsidiary of TransUnion, with additional offices in London, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Levy Acquisition Corp. operates as a blank check company. It is formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company intends to focus its search for business combination targets in the restaurant and hospitality sectors. Levy Acquisition was founded on August 2, 2013 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Datica is a cloud-based healthcare platform established in 2013 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company specializes in facilitating clinical data exchange for highly regulated industries, particularly in healthcare. Datica's platform enables developers to implement cloud-based user management, secure messaging, and data storage without the complexities of server configuration. This functionality supports the integration of electronic health records (EHR) and ensures compliance with industry regulations. Datica serves a diverse clientele, ranging from mid-to-late-stage startups to Fortune 100 companies, helping them manage sensitive information effectively while streamlining their operations and enhancing data interoperability.

BucketFeet, Inc., doing business as BucketFeet, designs and manufactures shoes for men, women, and children. It also offers tees, hoodies, and socks. The company provides its products online. BucketFeet, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 23, 2017, BucketFeet, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SkinnyCorp, LLC.

SMS ASSIST, L.L.C. provides exterior maintenance, facilities maintenance, interior maintenance, and property management services in the United States. It serves commercial retail, residential, financial service, government, restaurant, and healthcare markets. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Packback, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2014. It operates an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to enhance online discussions in academic settings. This platform enables professors to evaluate and improve students' critical thinking skills through structured digital interactions. Packback offers two main products: PB Books, which provides online textbooks on a rental basis, and PB Questions, a digital discussion forum that fosters engagement and personalized learning. The company's innovative approach aims to make learning more engaging and effective, helping students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for their subjects.

*Tastebud Techologies, Inc. was formerly StyleSeek, Inc.* Tastebud builds mobile experiences that personalize the world around you. The Tastebud Retail platform helps drive sales at brick-and-mortar shopping centers via personalized offers, games, loyalty programs, and beacon technology. We've delighted millions of users nationwide, and are fortunate to work with hundreds of leading retailers and brands.

AVIA Health Innovation specializes in digital healthcare transformation, focusing on developing platforms and systems that enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing within the healthcare sector. The company's flagship offering, AVIA Connect, supports hospitals and health systems in identifying, selecting, and implementing innovative IT-enabled solutions that drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance value. By facilitating collaboration between healthcare providers and entrepreneurs, AVIA accelerates the adoption of emerging technologies while mitigating associated risks. The company addresses critical needs in areas such as population health, clinical data insights, care model redesign, patient engagement, and operational effectiveness. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, AVIA serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, medical groups, health plans, and life sciences companies.

Healthfinch's Practice Automation Platform, Charlie, leverages EMR data to automate, delegate and simplify routine, repeatable tasks, like prescription refill requests, visit planning, diagnostics results management, and more. Its Charlie Practice Automation Platform integrates seamlessly with Allscripts, Epic, and athena EMRs to automate the prescription refill request workflow, assist in pre-visit planning, and identify care gaps. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

LearnCore is a cloud-based learning platform dedicated to enhancing mission-critical skills and developing top performers within organizations. It provides sales training and coaching software designed to improve the buyer-seller experience by equipping sales professionals with the necessary training to engage effectively with potential clients. The platform features collaborative technology that allows users to practice skills and learn from high performers, streamlining the development process. Additionally, it offers managers and executives valuable insights into team performance and identifies skill gaps, facilitating targeted coaching and training efforts. LearnCore aims to elevate employee performance and drive productivity across organizations.

GetSet Learning, LLC operates an online platform designed to support students in exploring, defining, and achieving their goals collaboratively. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the platform allows students to create personalized plans, set reminders, and ask questions. It facilitates connections among students who share similar objectives, fostering a supportive community where they can share experiences and overcome challenges together. By promoting skills such as resilience, growth mindset, and self-regulation, GetSet enhances students' learning experiences and encourages behavioral change through community engagement. Additionally, the platform provides schools with valuable analytics and tools for outreach and intervention, further enriching the educational environment.

Shiftgig, Inc. operates a mobile platform that connects businesses in need of temporary labor with individuals seeking short-term work. Founded in 2011 and based in Chicago, the company serves various industries including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and experiential marketing. Its platform facilitates on-demand shift opportunities by enabling businesses to post job openings and allowing qualified workers to claim them based on their skills and availability. Shiftgig collects data on hiring requirements and worker capabilities to ensure efficient and timely matches. The company also provides tools for event management, enhancing the overall staffing process. In addition to its Chicago headquarters, Shiftgig has offices in several major cities, including Milwaukee, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, and New York.

SwipeSense, Inc. offers a hand hygiene solution that combines point-of-care hand hygiene dispensers with real-time data from existing dispensers. The company offers portable dispensers, badges, wall mounted dispensers, hubs, and analytics. It serves the healthcare industry. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

BucketFeet, Inc., doing business as BucketFeet, designs and manufactures shoes for men, women, and children. It also offers tees, hoodies, and socks. The company provides its products online. BucketFeet, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of October 23, 2017, BucketFeet, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SkinnyCorp, LLC.

*Tastebud Techologies, Inc. was formerly StyleSeek, Inc.* Tastebud builds mobile experiences that personalize the world around you. The Tastebud Retail platform helps drive sales at brick-and-mortar shopping centers via personalized offers, games, loyalty programs, and beacon technology. We've delighted millions of users nationwide, and are fortunate to work with hundreds of leading retailers and brands.

Spartz is an online platform that makes it easy to create and share content with others to make them learn, laugh, and feel inspired. Its network, including OMG Facts, GivesMeHope, and MuggleNet, attracts 17 million readers across dozens of websites, mobile platforms, and apps. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Buzz Referrals enables companies to have their own referral programs that integrate with both social media and their company websites. The company is specialized in e-mail, mobile, and native advertising.

Thermalin hopes to disrupt the $30B insulin/insulin delivery market with a disposable, postage-stamp-sized glucose management system enabled by our first-in-class stabilized, highly concentrated, and ultra-rapid acting insulin. This same new insulin molecule in "ordinary" (U-100) concentration will enable the factory-filling of reservoirs for existing insulin pumps. In addition to this lead program, Thermalin is developing partnerships on no-cold-chain basal and mix insulins and on glucose-responsive insulins.