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Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

RentSpree LLC is a rental platform based in Woodland Hills, California, established in 2016. The company specializes in facilitating apartment rentals in Southern California and offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes a universal tenant screening process, renter management, and an automated rental screening API. This technology allows property owners and agents to streamline the lease application process by providing a centralized system for screening applicants. RentSpree's platform enhances the efficiency of tenant verification while protecting applicants from hard credit inquiries, thereby simplifying the rental experience for both landlords and renters. The company's services are accessible nationwide, supporting the evolving needs of the U.S. housing market.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

Sanctuary is a mystical products and services company that creates and delivers astrology-based experiences and tools for millennial audiences. The company develops a mobile application and related services that provide daily personalized horoscopes, live birth chart readings, and insights from real astrologers, along with tarot readings and customized forecasts. Through its platform, Sanctuary blends astrology, AI-powered chatbot features, and other mystical experiences to offer users guidance and entertainment as they explore astrology and related metaphysical tools.

Aclaimant is a Chicago-based provider of an enterprise incident management platform for workplace incidents. The platform supports reporting, management, documentation, and analysis of incidents, enabling employees, employers, and insurance carriers to use a shared dashboard to track users, incidents, and related reports. It aims to expedite incident resolution and reduce the cost of risk by capturing actionable information and coordinating real-time communication among involved parties. The company serves staffing firms, elder care and nursing facilities, small and mid-sized businesses and municipalities, as well as insurance brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators. Founded in 2013, Aclaimant focuses on helping organizations save time and money on incident and claim management while improving safety.

Aclaimant is a Chicago-based provider of an enterprise incident management platform for workplace incidents. The platform supports reporting, management, documentation, and analysis of incidents, enabling employees, employers, and insurance carriers to use a shared dashboard to track users, incidents, and related reports. It aims to expedite incident resolution and reduce the cost of risk by capturing actionable information and coordinating real-time communication among involved parties. The company serves staffing firms, elder care and nursing facilities, small and mid-sized businesses and municipalities, as well as insurance brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators. Founded in 2013, Aclaimant focuses on helping organizations save time and money on incident and claim management while improving safety.

Founded in 2014, Anagram develops a software platform that assists eye care providers manage revenue cycles. Its platform automates vision insurance billing, facilitates instant rebates, and enables practices to offer instant reimbursements to patients via partnerships with leading eyewear labs and frame manufacturers.

Sanctuary is a mystical products and services company that creates and delivers astrology-based experiences and tools for millennial audiences. The company develops a mobile application and related services that provide daily personalized horoscopes, live birth chart readings, and insights from real astrologers, along with tarot readings and customized forecasts. Through its platform, Sanctuary blends astrology, AI-powered chatbot features, and other mystical experiences to offer users guidance and entertainment as they explore astrology and related metaphysical tools.

FinTech Studios, founded in 2014 by Jim Tousignant, is a technology company that specializes in AI-based applications and big-data analytics. The company has developed a search and analytics platform that provides real-time insights into businesses and market conditions. Its innovative technology enables the discovery and analysis of relevant content from millions of online sources and proprietary databases, offering timely and pertinent market intelligence for investors, financial professionals, and business executives. By delivering intelligent search capabilities and curating business and financial news in multiple languages, FinTech Studios equips financial institutions with actionable news, research, and market analytics in a secure environment.

The Bouqs Company is an online flower delivery service founded in 2012 by John Tabis and Juan Pablo Montúfar, aimed at transforming the floral industry. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company sources flowers directly from eco-friendly and sustainable farms worldwide. By connecting these farms with a curated network of artisan florists, The Bouqs Company eliminates traditional supply chain intermediaries, such as warehouses and distributors, thereby reducing costs and enhancing the quality of its offerings. The platform provides a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements for weddings, events, and business services, striving to deliver fresh, responsibly-sourced flowers directly to consumers' doorsteps across the United States.

Bleximo Corp. is a manufacturer of quantum accelerators and processors, established in 2017 and headquartered in Walnut Creek, California. The company focuses on developing full-stack superconducting application-specific systems aimed at addressing complex problems in physics, particularly in simulating the electronic and chemical properties of new materials and molecules. Bleximo's innovative approach involves co-designing processors, software, and control systems within a single development process, allowing for a comprehensive consideration of superconducting technology and system dynamics. This integrated solution framework positions Bleximo to provide advanced capabilities that surpass classical computing, offering improved economic efficiency and accuracy for high-value business challenges. With state-of-the-art coherence times in their superconducting technology, Bleximo aims to remain at the forefront of quantum computing advancements.

Founded in 2014, Anagram develops a software platform that assists eye care providers manage revenue cycles. Its platform automates vision insurance billing, facilitates instant rebates, and enables practices to offer instant reimbursements to patients via partnerships with leading eyewear labs and frame manufacturers.

Teampay is a developer of a distributed spend management platform tailored for larger small to medium-sized businesses and middle-market organizations. The platform simplifies expense management by streamlining the purchasing process through the use of virtual and physical cards, invoices, and reimbursements. It facilitates a user-friendly workflow that aligns the needs of spenders with finance teams, ensuring transparency and control over organizational spending. By collecting and integrating critical data into existing systems, Teampay addresses common challenges such as policy misalignment and unpredictable expenses, enabling clients to manage their financial operations effectively and securely.

Reonomy specializes in commercial real estate data and analytics. It uses big data, partnerships, and machine learning to provide comprehensive property intelligence, enabling professionals to discover new opportunities and make informed decisions.

Sanctuary is a mystical products and services company that creates and delivers astrology-based experiences and tools for millennial audiences. The company develops a mobile application and related services that provide daily personalized horoscopes, live birth chart readings, and insights from real astrologers, along with tarot readings and customized forecasts. Through its platform, Sanctuary blends astrology, AI-powered chatbot features, and other mystical experiences to offer users guidance and entertainment as they explore astrology and related metaphysical tools.

FinTech Studios, founded in 2014 by Jim Tousignant, is a technology company that specializes in AI-based applications and big-data analytics. The company has developed a search and analytics platform that provides real-time insights into businesses and market conditions. Its innovative technology enables the discovery and analysis of relevant content from millions of online sources and proprietary databases, offering timely and pertinent market intelligence for investors, financial professionals, and business executives. By delivering intelligent search capabilities and curating business and financial news in multiple languages, FinTech Studios equips financial institutions with actionable news, research, and market analytics in a secure environment.

Aclaimant is a Chicago-based provider of an enterprise incident management platform for workplace incidents. The platform supports reporting, management, documentation, and analysis of incidents, enabling employees, employers, and insurance carriers to use a shared dashboard to track users, incidents, and related reports. It aims to expedite incident resolution and reduce the cost of risk by capturing actionable information and coordinating real-time communication among involved parties. The company serves staffing firms, elder care and nursing facilities, small and mid-sized businesses and municipalities, as well as insurance brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators. Founded in 2013, Aclaimant focuses on helping organizations save time and money on incident and claim management while improving safety.

The Bouqs Company is an online flower delivery service founded in 2012 by John Tabis and Juan Pablo Montúfar, aimed at transforming the floral industry. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company sources flowers directly from eco-friendly and sustainable farms worldwide. By connecting these farms with a curated network of artisan florists, The Bouqs Company eliminates traditional supply chain intermediaries, such as warehouses and distributors, thereby reducing costs and enhancing the quality of its offerings. The platform provides a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements for weddings, events, and business services, striving to deliver fresh, responsibly-sourced flowers directly to consumers' doorsteps across the United States.

Founded in 2014, Anagram develops a software platform that assists eye care providers manage revenue cycles. Its platform automates vision insurance billing, facilitates instant rebates, and enables practices to offer instant reimbursements to patients via partnerships with leading eyewear labs and frame manufacturers.

Markett, Inc. is a marketing and branding agency that provides a platform for users to earn income by promoting their favorite brands. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Venice, California, the company connects high-growth businesses with individuals and marketing teams, facilitating customer acquisition through authentic content and unique promotion codes. By leveraging a geocentric sales force, Markett empowers young professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives to monetize their marketing efforts on their own terms, thereby enhancing brand visibility and lead generation for its clients.

Teampay is a developer of a distributed spend management platform tailored for larger small to medium-sized businesses and middle-market organizations. The platform simplifies expense management by streamlining the purchasing process through the use of virtual and physical cards, invoices, and reimbursements. It facilitates a user-friendly workflow that aligns the needs of spenders with finance teams, ensuring transparency and control over organizational spending. By collecting and integrating critical data into existing systems, Teampay addresses common challenges such as policy misalignment and unpredictable expenses, enabling clients to manage their financial operations effectively and securely.

Virgil Security develops cryptographic software and services for developers and end users, providing encryption libraries and a public key management infrastructure. Based in Manassas, Virginia, the company offers password-free authentication, end-to-end encryption, and identity verification through cloud-based services and open-source libraries. Its solutions aim to simplify the integration of strong security features into applications, cloud services, and Internet of Things deployments, enabling easier deployment and use of cryptography without requiring deep cryptographic expertise.

Navisens is a location technology company that provides a software-based geolocation platform capable of locating and tracking personnel and mobile devices indoors and outdoors without reliance on Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth beacons, or external sensors. Its motionDNA technology processes data from inertial sensors such as accelerometers and gyroscopes inside mobile devices to deliver three-dimensional navigation with zero infrastructure and without collecting data from the environment or requiring installation of additional sensors. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, Navisens enables accurate positioning in multi-level buildings, underground, and outdoor environments, supporting applications that require device or personnel location without infrastructure dependencies.

RocksBox is a San Francisco-based company that offers a membership-based jewelry styling service for women. Founded in 2012, RocksBox provides a platform where members can shop, rent, and swap designer jewelry. The company aims to transform how women discover and purchase jewelry by offering a curated selection of brand-name designs through a subscription model. Members have the flexibility to buy or swap items at any time, enhancing their access to high-quality jewelry without the commitment of ownership.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

The Bouqs Company is an online flower delivery service founded in 2012 by John Tabis and Juan Pablo Montúfar, aimed at transforming the floral industry. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company sources flowers directly from eco-friendly and sustainable farms worldwide. By connecting these farms with a curated network of artisan florists, The Bouqs Company eliminates traditional supply chain intermediaries, such as warehouses and distributors, thereby reducing costs and enhancing the quality of its offerings. The platform provides a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements for weddings, events, and business services, striving to deliver fresh, responsibly-sourced flowers directly to consumers' doorsteps across the United States.

Canvs AI offers an insights platform that transforms open-ended text from various sources such as surveys, customer reviews, and social media into actionable business intelligence. It uses patented natural-language algorithms to accelerate time-to-insights and deepen consumer understanding for brands, research agencies, and media companies.

Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.

Print.io offers Hellopics, an application that enables its users to order custom printed products, including iPhone and iPad cases, canvas wraps, posters, mugs, and more. Print.io was founded by Austen Bernstein in 2010 and is based in New York.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

Yhat (pronounced Y-hat) provides an end-to-end data science platform for developing, deploying, and managing real-time decision APIs. Yhat eliminates painful IT obstacles involved in cloud-based data science like server setup and config. With Yhat, data scientists can transform static insights into production-ready decision making APIs that integrate seamlessly with any customer- or employee-facing app. Yhat also created Rodeo, an open source integrated development environment (IDE) for Python. Yhat was founded in 2013 and is based in New York. The team is composed of entrepreneurs, data scientists, and engineers formerly at OnDeck, AppNexus, Guidespark, Shareablee and the Washington Post.

Jump Ramp Games, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, specializes in developing mobile gaming applications. Its flagship product, Lucktastic, offers free mobile casual games with real-world rewards, including gift cards from major brands. The company generates revenue through online advertising, lead generation, and mobile video services within the app. With nearly 10 million installs in the U.S., Lucktastic consistently ranks among the top lifestyle apps on both Google Play and the Apple Store. Jump Ramp, now a subsidiary of MobilityWare, aims to expand its brand and grow a network of apps internationally, while fostering a fast-paced, innovative work environment.

AlphaDraft is a developer of an e-sports platform designed for video game players. The company creates competitive gaming experiences based on the performance of professional players, allowing users to engage in and compete in their favorite video games. AlphaDraft awards cash and prizes to winners, fostering an environment that encourages competitive play. The firm has garnered support from notable backers, including Melo7 Tech Partners, founded by NBA star Carmelo Anthony, and former NBA Commissioner David Stern.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

Print.io offers Hellopics, an application that enables its users to order custom printed products, including iPhone and iPad cases, canvas wraps, posters, mugs, and more. Print.io was founded by Austen Bernstein in 2010 and is based in New York.

Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.

WiGo, Inc. is a Boston-based company that develops a social mobile application specifically designed for college students to coordinate social outings. Launched in 2014, the platform allows users to discover who at their school is going out, see where their friends are heading, and invite others to join them. The application resets each morning, providing users with a fresh start each day to make new plans. By facilitating connections among students, WiGo enhances the social experience on college campuses.

Print.io offers Hellopics, an application that enables its users to order custom printed products, including iPhone and iPad cases, canvas wraps, posters, mugs, and more. Print.io was founded by Austen Bernstein in 2010 and is based in New York.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

Founded in 2013, MaestroQA is a New York-based software company specializing in quality assurance solutions for customer care teams. Its platform integrates with CRM systems, offers customizable scorecards, and provides real-time feedback to enhance customer support and drive growth.

Reonomy specializes in commercial real estate data and analytics. It uses big data, partnerships, and machine learning to provide comprehensive property intelligence, enabling professionals to discover new opportunities and make informed decisions.

Seen is a technology company dedicated to enhancing the way people connect with events and stories in real time. Its innovative platform focuses on identifying significant trends within the vast amount of information available on the web, utilizing advanced algorithms to reconstruct narratives from social data. The company's mission revolves around making events more visible and fostering deeper connections among individuals and their collective experiences. Seen's technology is rooted in award-winning research and has gained recognition through its selection for The New York Times incubator initiative, TimeSpace. Through its tools, Seen aims to create a new type of media that emphasizes real-time engagement and storytelling.

Wedding Spot, Inc. operates an online platform that enables users to search, compare, and book wedding venues and related services across several states in the northeastern United States, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides a comprehensive database of various venue types, including banquet halls, barns, hotels, and outdoor locations. Wedding Spot allows users to filter search results based on budget, location, style, and guest count, facilitating the selection process for engaged couples. In addition, the platform offers wedding venues tools to streamline their booking processes, from customer acquisition to content organization and inventory marketing. This user-friendly marketplace is designed to simplify the planning experience for couples while providing venues with effective management solutions.

Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.

Feed Media Group is a B2B music platform that enables brands, retailers, and developers to power digital experiences with legally cleared music. Through Feed.fm, the company provides end-to-end licensing, expert curation, and app integration via APIs and SDKs, along with billing and payments to rights holders and comprehensive reporting. The Unified Music System combines pre-cleared tracks with analytics to optimize engagement, session times, and retention while offering indemnification for customers. The platform supports in-app music players, station creation, branded playlists, and music-powered experiences such as workouts, with tools to track usage and conversions and enable social sharing. FMG serves leading brands and growing startups and offers flexible licensing for original content and seamless integration into apps, games, and other digital products. Based in San Francisco, Feed Media Group positions itself as a facilitator of legal, scalable music use in business settings, connecting music rights holders with commercial experiences.

Founded in 2010, TechStyle Fashion Group is a global retailer merging advanced technology with fashion trends. It offers apparel and shoe brands through subscription-based platforms, serving over 5 million VIP Members worldwide. The company uses data science and personalization to provide curated shopping experiences.

Ayehu Software Technologies, Ltd. is a software development company specializing in IT automation and orchestration solutions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Holon, Israel, with additional offices in San Jose, California, and New York, Ayehu provides eyeShare, a critical situation management solution that enables IT managers to efficiently design, plan, and execute operational tasks. The platform incorporates machine learning algorithms and supports integration with third-party software via APIs, enhancing its functionality for IT operations, security operations, and managed service providers. Ayehu's offerings also include IT service management, IT operations management, security operations, and cloud management services, allowing organizations to streamline their processes, reduce manual tasks, and improve incident response times.

The Bouqs Company is an online flower delivery service founded in 2012 by John Tabis and Juan Pablo Montúfar, aimed at transforming the floral industry. Headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company sources flowers directly from eco-friendly and sustainable farms worldwide. By connecting these farms with a curated network of artisan florists, The Bouqs Company eliminates traditional supply chain intermediaries, such as warehouses and distributors, thereby reducing costs and enhancing the quality of its offerings. The platform provides a variety of bouquets and floral arrangements for weddings, events, and business services, striving to deliver fresh, responsibly-sourced flowers directly to consumers' doorsteps across the United States.

Tinybop, Inc. is an educational app developer based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2012. The company specializes in creating interactive applications aimed at children aged four and older, focusing on foundational science literacy, creative thinking, problem-solving, and storytelling skills. Its notable products include the Library application, which allows kids to explore the invisible wonders of the world, and the Digital Toys application, an open-ended construction kit that encourages imaginative building and play. Tinybop's apps are designed for iOS devices, providing engaging experiences that promote exploration and experimentation, thereby making screen time both enjoyable and educational for children. The company is recognized for its commitment to fostering creativity and learning through immersive play.

Filip Technologies is a developer of a communication platform focused on enhancing the connection between parents and their young children. The company's primary product is a smart locator device that integrates communication features with real-time location updates. This innovative solution allows caregivers to stay informed about their children's whereabouts and maintain contact, ensuring safety and peace of mind. By combining these functionalities, Filip Technologies aims to provide a reliable tool for families, enhancing their ability to communicate and monitor their loved ones effectively.

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Print.io offers Hellopics, an application that enables its users to order custom printed products, including iPhone and iPad cases, canvas wraps, posters, mugs, and more. Print.io was founded by Austen Bernstein in 2010 and is based in New York.

Drync Wine is a leading mobile platform that caters to wine enthusiasts by offering a seamless experience for discovering, tracking, sharing, and purchasing wines. With a user-friendly app, Drync provides instant image recognition for over 3 million wines and manages a virtual inventory of 600,000 bottles for its community of 300,000 affluent wine lovers. The platform has facilitated more than 2 million wine searches, enabling consumers to explore new selections through personalized recommendations and expert curation. Recognized by prominent publications such as the New York Times and Mashable, Drync has established itself as a top downloaded wine app globally, enhancing the way users interact with wine.

Gooten is an automated fulfillment and store operations solution for online stores that combines a multi-channel order management system with a managed network of manufacturers and service providers to ensure each order is processed, produced, and shipped. It supports creating, managing, and fulfilling multiple product variants and integrates with platforms such as Shopify, Etsy, and WooCommerce, with an API to build custom experiences.

fisoc leads the merchant funded loyalty space with its Buzz Points platform. Buzz Points rewards customers for shopping and spending, with even more rewards for spending locally at our network of local merchants. With Buzz Points, Financial Institutions realize substantially increased non-interest fee based income, while providing their users with a next gen loyalty platform on the web and mobile. Local merchants win with dramatically increased revenues. The program is turn-key, and provides valuable data and metrics

Reonomy specializes in commercial real estate data and analytics. It uses big data, partnerships, and machine learning to provide comprehensive property intelligence, enabling professionals to discover new opportunities and make informed decisions.

Kanvas Labs, Inc. is a mobile social networking company based in New York, New York, that specializes in enabling users to create and share engaging visual content centered around real-world experiences. The company offers a platform that allows users to craft social photo stories by combining photos, videos, GIFs, and custom stop motion clips with text, stickers, and music. This content can be shared within the app and across various social media platforms. Originally known as Tracks Media, Inc., Kanvas Labs was incorporated in 2010 and operates as a subsidiary of AOL Inc. The platform emphasizes the creation of micro-social networks, facilitating interactive and collaborative storytelling among friends and followers.

Gem is a developer of next-generation cryptocurrency applications and a blockchain platform that empowers individuals to take control of their wealth through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2013, Gem offers a secure universal wallet that acts as a single entry point for users to track their cryptocurrency investments and net worth. The platform facilitates the curated discovery of new tokens and decentralized applications, enhancing the participation experience in the evolving digital marketplace. With a team of experienced software architects and blockchain engineers, Gem is dedicated to providing easier and more secure ways for consumers to engage with the growing decentralization movement.

Kanvas Labs, Inc. is a mobile social networking company based in New York, New York, that specializes in enabling users to create and share engaging visual content centered around real-world experiences. The company offers a platform that allows users to craft social photo stories by combining photos, videos, GIFs, and custom stop motion clips with text, stickers, and music. This content can be shared within the app and across various social media platforms. Originally known as Tracks Media, Inc., Kanvas Labs was incorporated in 2010 and operates as a subsidiary of AOL Inc. The platform emphasizes the creation of micro-social networks, facilitating interactive and collaborative storytelling among friends and followers.

Founded in 2001, Sound Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington. It focuses on developing drug treatments for sensorineural hearing loss by targeting growth inhibitory proteins to stimulate the division of inner ear epithelial cells.

Jump Ramp Games, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, specializes in developing mobile gaming applications. Its flagship product, Lucktastic, offers free mobile casual games with real-world rewards, including gift cards from major brands. The company generates revenue through online advertising, lead generation, and mobile video services within the app. With nearly 10 million installs in the U.S., Lucktastic consistently ranks among the top lifestyle apps on both Google Play and the Apple Store. Jump Ramp, now a subsidiary of MobilityWare, aims to expand its brand and grow a network of apps internationally, while fostering a fast-paced, innovative work environment.

Luminate Health Inc. offers a Software-as-a-Service solution designed for laboratories and healthcare providers, facilitating patients' access to, management of, and understanding of their laboratory results through digital platforms. The company’s HIPAA-compliant technology provides tools for physicians to communicate lab results effectively while offering clinically relevant information to enhance patient engagement in their health care. Founded in 2012 and based in Washington, D.C., Luminate Health aims to improve patient care by enabling laboratories to deliver enhanced services to their physician clients.

Yhat (pronounced Y-hat) provides an end-to-end data science platform for developing, deploying, and managing real-time decision APIs. Yhat eliminates painful IT obstacles involved in cloud-based data science like server setup and config. With Yhat, data scientists can transform static insights into production-ready decision making APIs that integrate seamlessly with any customer- or employee-facing app. Yhat also created Rodeo, an open source integrated development environment (IDE) for Python. Yhat was founded in 2013 and is based in New York. The team is composed of entrepreneurs, data scientists, and engineers formerly at OnDeck, AppNexus, Guidespark, Shareablee and the Washington Post.

Giraffic, Inc. specializes in video-on-demand streaming acceleration technology, designed to enhance the delivery of high-definition content for online media providers. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Tel-Aviv, Israel, Giraffic's technology facilitates simultaneous data retrieval from multiple sources, effectively eliminating re-buffering pauses during video playback. This capability allows media companies, content distributors, and social networks to provide seamless access to HD videos and images, as well as support for games and software downloads. The company gained recognition for its Adaptive Video Acceleration (AVA) technology, which significantly improved streaming performance and was adopted by industry leaders like Samsung and Roku. Following the sale of its AVA technology, Giraffic shifted focus to the Data Cloud Storage sector with its Distributed Adaptive Storage (DASS) platform, offering innovative solutions for distributed and hybrid cloud environments, including a consumer backup application that emphasizes virtually unlimited storage capacity.

fisoc leads the merchant funded loyalty space with its Buzz Points platform. Buzz Points rewards customers for shopping and spending, with even more rewards for spending locally at our network of local merchants. With Buzz Points, Financial Institutions realize substantially increased non-interest fee based income, while providing their users with a next gen loyalty platform on the web and mobile. Local merchants win with dramatically increased revenues. The program is turn-key, and provides valuable data and metrics

International Skill Verification Services (ISVS) is dedicated to enhancing the English language higher education admission process for schools and international candidates. The company offers the International Study Candidate Assessment Process (ISCAP), which utilizes live interview-based assessments to provide higher education institutions with a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of applicants. This approach moves beyond traditional standardized testing, allowing institutions to evaluate candidates holistically and uncover their true potential. ISVS aims to assist schools in addressing challenges such as application fraud and the lack of qualitative information regarding international applicants, particularly from rapidly developing countries. By delivering detailed reports, ISVS enables institutions to gain deeper insights into their applicants, while also helping candidates assess their readiness for studying abroad and identify areas for further preparation.

Zillabyte is a data analysis and processing solutions company founded in 2011 and headquartered in the United States. The company specializes in developing a cloud platform that facilitates data analysis through its natural language processing (NLP) tools. Zillabyte aims to provide a turnkey solution that allows businesses to build applications without the need to manage underlying infrastructure. As a competitor in the data processing market, Zillabyte faces challenges from established players like Google and Amazon, which have introduced their own data processing technologies.

Reonomy specializes in commercial real estate data and analytics. It uses big data, partnerships, and machine learning to provide comprehensive property intelligence, enabling professionals to discover new opportunities and make informed decisions.

FireBlade is a cybersecurity company founded in 2009 by Shay Rapaport and Erez Azaria, focusing on protecting websites from various threats. Their security solution combines behavioral analysis, risk assessment, and global reputation monitoring to safeguard against malicious bot traffic, hacking, spamming, and distributed DoS attacks. The technology is designed to be invisible to website visitors while enhancing user experience. FireBlade serves billions of page hits monthly, protecting some of the largest and busiest websites globally.

fisoc leads the merchant funded loyalty space with its Buzz Points platform. Buzz Points rewards customers for shopping and spending, with even more rewards for spending locally at our network of local merchants. With Buzz Points, Financial Institutions realize substantially increased non-interest fee based income, while providing their users with a next gen loyalty platform on the web and mobile. Local merchants win with dramatically increased revenues. The program is turn-key, and provides valuable data and metrics

Tinybop, Inc. is an educational app developer based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2012. The company specializes in creating interactive applications aimed at children aged four and older, focusing on foundational science literacy, creative thinking, problem-solving, and storytelling skills. Its notable products include the Library application, which allows kids to explore the invisible wonders of the world, and the Digital Toys application, an open-ended construction kit that encourages imaginative building and play. Tinybop's apps are designed for iOS devices, providing engaging experiences that promote exploration and experimentation, thereby making screen time both enjoyable and educational for children. The company is recognized for its commitment to fostering creativity and learning through immersive play.

Innovaci Inc. is a consumer products company based in New Brunswick, New Jersey, established in 2011. The company specializes in developing innovative solutions for the health and wellness sector, with a focus on enhancing indoor air quality. Its flagship product, AireSpa, is a comprehensive air enhancement system that combines air purification, cool mist humidification, aromatherapy, and soundscapes. AireSpa features a touchscreen remote control and a cloud-based monitoring and reporting software that integrates seamlessly with hotel billing systems. This unique product is designed to provide users with an elegant and user-friendly experience while ensuring ease of maintenance through self-diagnostic capabilities.