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iDream Career is an education company that has developed a 3S framework program to help students plan their career. It is currently being used by over 100,000 students every year in India, Middle East, and East Africa. It has launched a tangible physical career planning product, iDC Career Planning Kit, through its platform. iDream Career’s Career Guidance Program empower students to take informed career decisions via iDC Career Assessment tool, access to information, and one-on-one career mentoring. It has a board of quality mentors from various professions, colleges, and psychologists who have helped over 150,000 students in the last 2 years. iDream Career got selected as the top 14 fastest growing companies in India by CNBC TV 18 in its reality show “Masterpreneurs Award 2014”. It was selected as the Best Social Enterprise by IIM, Indore in 2012 and selected as one of the 6 enterprise in SEED Program at Villgro. It was founded in 2012 and is based in New Delhi, India.

Iron Kettle operates a digital platform designed to support small tea growers by enhancing their production methods and market presence. The company focuses on selecting and training these growers with the assistance of agronomists, teaching them techniques such as hand plucking to improve quality and increase the fine leaf count of their tea. By emphasizing sustainable practices and end-to-end traceability, Iron Kettle aims to create a premium tea brand that appeals to discerning consumers willing to pay for superior quality. This business model challenges traditional notions of scale in agriculture, positioning small growers as valuable contributors to the market through their high-quality products.

Aibono is a Bangalore-based company that focuses on enhancing the agricultural yield of small farmers by synchronizing real-time production with consumption of highly perishable fruits and vegetables. Founded in 2014, Aibono employs a seed-to-plate platform that integrates predictive analytics, precision farming, and just-in-time harvests. The company utilizes drones equipped with multispectral cameras to capture critical data on plant growth, vigor, and stress levels due to disease and deficiencies. This data is complemented by advanced nutrient testing and soil measurements conducted by field experts. By providing actionable insights, Aibono helps farm managers make informed decisions to improve productivity and ensure higher yields. The company's innovative approach not only benefits farmers by guaranteeing income but also offers retailers and consumers access to fresh and traceable produce. In recognition of its contributions, Aibono received the Economic Times Startup Award for Best Social Enterprise in 2017.

Omix Labs operates a molecular diagnostic platform that specializes in detecting infectious pathogens through DNA analysis obtained from blood or urine samples using disposable kits. The company focuses on the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, as well as testing for food, water, and environmental safety. Additionally, Omix Labs offers services for diagnosing and detecting drug-resistant infections, facilitating early infection detection to enhance patient outcomes.

Adiuvo Diagnostics is a medical diagnostic device company based in India that specializes in developing portable, non-invasive healthcare devices. Their product lineup includes a skinscope AD, which screens for skin and soft tissue infections, a modular reader for visualizing and quantifying various molecular diagnostic assays, and a device for detecting Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Utilizing multi-wavelength fluorescence spectroscopy, advanced image processing, and machine learning techniques, Adiuvo Diagnostics' devices enable healthcare professionals to identify the presence of pathogens early, facilitating prompt treatment with minimal infrastructure requirements.

Stones2Milestones is dedicated to fostering a love of reading among children, with the goal of creating a literate nation. The organization operates Freadom, an app tailored for children aged 3 to 9, designed to enhance their English reading skills. Freadom offers a curated selection of stories, language activities, monthly competitions, and daily news articles that align with children's reading levels. By employing a proprietary reading scale, the app assesses users' abilities and guides them toward improvement. The platform emphasizes family engagement through shared reading experiences, which research indicates is vital for developing lifelong reading habits. Stones2Milestones utilizes an AI-driven recommendation engine for personalized content delivery and collects detailed usage data to provide insights for continuous improvement. The organization collaborates with prestigious educational institutions, including Stanford University and IIM Calcutta, for impact evaluation. Freadom has reached 100,000 parents and partners with notable publishers such as Harper Collins and Penguin Random House, earning recognition in the EdTech sector for its innovative approach.

EZ Vidya is India's premier education research and innovation organization focused on delivering quality holistic education in Indian schools. Owing to over a decade of sustained research on education and pedagogy by company's internal R&D team and the remarkable transformation witnessed in the schools it has had interventions in, EZ Vidya is acknowledged as a 'Thought Leader' in education by regulatory bodies in the field of education such as CBSE, Ministry of Education in several states and its corporate partners like IBM, AIF, Dell and NOKIA.

FarmFolks Agro Pvt Ltd is a Fresh Produce start-up company based out of Bangalore.

Curiositi Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in educational solutions aimed at enhancing the potential of school students. The company offers Curiositi Quest, an innovative science program that aligns with the school science curriculum and provides hands-on learning experiences through a range of activity kits. These kits enable students to engage with topics they are currently studying, fostering a deeper understanding of scientific concepts. With a team of professionals from various fields, including education and design, Curiositi Learning Solutions is dedicated to developing impactful solutions for schools, ultimately striving to cultivate capable and well-rounded students in India.

Math Buddy is an educational technology company dedicated to enhancing children's understanding of math through engaging and interactive methods. The platform provides a comprehensive teaching and learning solution tailored for students in grades one to ten. It empowers teachers to illustrate mathematical concepts and helps students visualize them through various interactive activities and worksheets. By focusing on hands-on learning experiences, Math Buddy aims to make math enjoyable and accessible, fostering a positive attitude towards the subject among young learners.

NubeSol is an agri-tech social enterprise founded in 2015 by Suraj Dixit and headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The company focuses on enhancing agricultural sustainability through innovative technologies. NubeSol develops advanced agricultural technologies that provide precision farming services, including precise monitoring, yield prediction, and forecasting of crop acreages. This technology aims to help sugar industries improve productivity and maximize profitability while simultaneously reducing operational costs. By leveraging these innovations, NubeSol contributes to more efficient and sustainable agricultural practices.

Leap Skills focuses on bridging the gap between student abilities and employer skill requirements through innovative learning solutions. The company has developed a social learning platform that delivers awareness generation programs and skill development courses. By offering no-code content creation and delivery, Leap Skills enables users to acquire new skills and knowledge tailored to their career aspirations. Additionally, the platform provides organizations with tools to create and implement customized learning experiences that meet their specific needs. Through these initiatives, Leap Skills aims to empower students with the resilience and ambition necessary to pursue their professional goals.