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Artist Republik is a decentralized music business networking platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. The company is designed to empower independent music artists globally by providing them with the tools and resources needed to manage their careers effectively. Its platform offers a range of features, including marketing tools to increase followers, event scheduling, ticket management, and opportunities for artists to compete and earn revenue from shows. By utilizing AI-based management tools, Artist Republik helps artists take control of their careers and navigate the complexities of the music industry.

Intus Care, Inc. is a healthcare analytics platform focused on improving patient care and reducing hospitalizations for vulnerable and complex patients. Founded in 2018 and based in North Providence, Rhode Island, the company connects home care providers to patients through an application that tracks provider efficiency via electronic visit verification. Utilizing machine learning, the platform predicts hospital readmissions and identifies patients at high risk for hospitalizations. It also facilitates automatic patient risk grouping, enables care coordination teams to receive notifications about changes in patient health status, and supports the development of data-driven interventions and care plans. By synthesizing financial, clinical, and administrative data, Intus Care helps organizations such as nursing homes, PACE programs, and home care agencies visualize healthcare trends, ultimately aiming to deliver cost-effective healthcare solutions.

Intus Care, Inc. is a healthcare analytics platform focused on improving patient care and reducing hospitalizations for vulnerable and complex patients. Founded in 2018 and based in North Providence, Rhode Island, the company connects home care providers to patients through an application that tracks provider efficiency via electronic visit verification. Utilizing machine learning, the platform predicts hospital readmissions and identifies patients at high risk for hospitalizations. It also facilitates automatic patient risk grouping, enables care coordination teams to receive notifications about changes in patient health status, and supports the development of data-driven interventions and care plans. By synthesizing financial, clinical, and administrative data, Intus Care helps organizations such as nursing homes, PACE programs, and home care agencies visualize healthcare trends, ultimately aiming to deliver cost-effective healthcare solutions.

AirAdvisor is a service designed to help passengers claim flight compensation for air travel delays, flight cancellations, overbooking / denied boarding. We know flight disruptions happen and AirAdvisor is here to help passengers get compensation easy and absolutely free. Passengers may check eligibility and instantly submit a claim for compensation up to $670 in 3 mins. We work based on a success fee of 25%, which is cheaper than the competition and allow customers to submit claims risk-free. Problems covered: delayed flight by 3 hours+ and canceled flights, denied boarding/overbooking, and missed connections for the last 3-6 years. Also, compensation for lost or delayed baggage. Air Advisor has offices in Providence, RI (Greater Boston area), and Krakow, Poland, and Kyiv, Ukraine. Air Advisor does not charge any upfront payment and takes all risk working based on a No-Win No-Fee basis that means no risk for clients. The company gets its commission out of the compensation successfully collected for its clients. Flight compensation regulation started in the EU and now extends to the US, Russia, Turkey, Middle East, India, and other countries.

PetsEmpower is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting domestic abuse survivors by providing temporary pet fostering services. Located in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the organization enables individuals in crisis to escape violent situations while ensuring the safety and well-being of their pets. By offering short-term fostering, PetsEmpower helps maintain the vital bond between people and their furry companions during challenging times, allowing survivors to focus on their recovery and transition. This service not only aids in preserving relationships with pets but also offers a compassionate solution for those facing difficult circumstances.

Care Thread, Inc. is a healthcare technology company that specializes in mobile messaging and team-based collaboration solutions aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes. Founded in 2011 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, Care Thread offers a HIPAA-compliant platform that connects all members of a patient's care team through real-time communication. Its Care Team Mapping feature maintains an up-to-date roster of clinical teammates, allowing healthcare providers to share essential patient information efficiently. The platform includes collaborative tools such as hand-off summaries for care transitions and shared task lists, which promote effective teamwork and care coordination. By facilitating real-time access to patient status and treatment details, Care Thread aims to improve patient safety and reduce discharge times.

Parkloco Inc. is a company specializing in cloud-based analytics software tailored for the parking industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Parkloco provides real-time data solutions that facilitate communication between parking lots and drivers. The platform integrates with existing parking applications and navigation systems, enhancing the overall parking experience. It operates in several cities, including Boston, Providence, and Philadelphia. Parkloco's proprietary discount system collaborates directly with parking lot operators, helping them address daily parking challenges and optimize revenue through data-driven insights.

Stokes Firestarters specializes in manufacturing all-natural, non-chemical fire starters made from recycled pulp, wax, and sustainably harvested wood sawdust. The company emphasizes environmentally friendly practices by utilizing only natural materials, ensuring a safe and reliable way to ignite fires. Initially created as holiday gifts using household materials, Stokes Firestarters has grown significantly and is now available in over 300 retail locations across eight states, including prominent retailers such as Whole Foods, Market Basket, Stop and Shop, and Shaws. The fire starters are designed for use with wood and charcoal, providing effective ignition with just one match. Stokes Firestarters are produced in Natick, Massachusetts, in collaboration with Charles River Industries.

Increment is a company that specializes in developing toys aimed at enhancing children's skills in orientation and mobility. Founded in June 2013 by Cynthia Poon and Maeve Jopson, the company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. Increment offers a range of sensory learning playthings, including O-Rings, which are designed in various colors, sizes, textures, weights, and fillings. These toys promote fidgeting, sensory integration, and therapy, encouraging independence and exploration among children of all abilities, including those with special needs. Through its innovative products, Increment aims to foster learning and growth in children, making playtime an inclusive experience.

Response Technologies, LLC, founded in 2015 and located in Coventry, Rhode Island, specializes in additive manufacturing and advanced material science. The company develops innovative techniques for creating 3D textile structures and reinforced composites, focusing on sectors such as national defense, energy, aerospace, automotive, and transportation. Notably, Response Technologies manufactures explosion-resistant fuel tanks that enhance safety and effectiveness in fuel containment for its clients across these industries. As of December 2020, Response Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Bell Textron Inc.

Splitwise, Inc. is a company that offers an expense-sharing platform designed to help users manage and organize shared expenses, including rent, bills, travel costs, and various transactions. Founded in 2011 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, Splitwise provides both a mobile application and a web-based tool that allows users—such as roommates, couples, friends, and families—to easily track who owes what. The platform consolidates all shared expenses and outstanding debts in one place, ensuring transparency among users. Additionally, it sends monthly reminders about dues and offers fairness calculators, which utilize crowdsourced data to provide neutral advice on expense-sharing situations.

Maternova is the first global marketplace and online community for ideas and technologies saving mothers and newborns.We make it easy for doctors, nurses and midwives to track innovation and to buy technologies and kits to use overseas. Our focus is on tools and protocols that save lives in childbirth. We are a mission-driven for-profit. The platform is multi-purposed as both a marketplace, innovation forum, and online community. By harnessing the collective power of this niche market, we are able to rapidly increase patient outcomes, device testing, and connectivity among colleagues in the global workforce.Maternova is a wholly women owned social enterprise headquartered in Providence, RI.