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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 is a business focused on empowering small tea growers by providing them with a digital platform that enhances their production capabilities. The company selects and trains these farmers in sustainable practices, emphasizing hand plucking techniques to improve the quality and fine leaf count of their tea. By fostering end-to-end traceability, Iron Kettle aims to establish a leading front-end tea brand that caters to high-value consumers seeking premium tea. The company's model challenges traditional views on the scalability of small growers, asserting that superior quality can command higher prices in the market, thereby promoting sustainable agriculture and supporting local farming communities.

Aibono is a technology-driven company based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, that focuses on enhancing agricultural productivity for small farmers. Founded in 2014, Aibono operates a seed-to-plate platform that synchronizes real-time production with real-time consumption of highly perishable fruits and vegetables. The company employs innovative methods such as predictive analytics and precision farming, utilizing patent-pending drones equipped with multispectral cameras to gather critical data on plant health, weather conditions, and soil quality. This data allows Aibono to monitor crop growth and stress levels, enabling farm managers to make informed decisions to improve yields. Additionally, Aibono offers advanced nutrient testing and soil measurement services, ultimately helping farmers achieve higher productivity and secure income while ensuring that retailers and consumers receive fresh and traceable produce. In recognition of its impact, Aibono received the Economic Times Startup Award for Best Social Enterprise in 2017.

OmiX Labs specializes in molecular diagnostics, focusing on detecting infectious pathogens through DNA analysis from blood or urine samples using disposable kits. The company's platform is utilized for diagnosing and managing infectious diseases, as well as for food, water, and environmental testing. Additionally, OmiX Labs offers services for diagnosing drug-resistant infections, providing valuable tools for healthcare providers to detect infections early and enhance patient outcomes.

Adiuvo Diagnostics is a medical diagnostic device company based in India, specializing in the design and development of innovative healthcare devices. The company focuses on creating non-invasive technologies for the detection of skin diseases and soft tissue infections. Among its notable products are the skinscope AD, which screens for infections, a modular reader that visualizes and quantifies various molecular diagnostic assays, and a device for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Utilizing multi-wavelength fluorescence spectroscopy along with advanced image processing and machine learning techniques, Adiuvo Diagnostics enables healthcare professionals to identify pathogens at early stages, thereby facilitating timely intervention 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., established in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in educational solutions aimed at enhancing the learning experience of school students. The company offers Curiositi Quest, a hands-on science program that aligns with school curricula, providing a range of science activity kits. These kits enable students to engage in practical activities related to their current topics of study, thereby fostering a deeper understanding of scientific concepts. Founded by a team of professionals with extensive industry experience, Curiositi is dedicated to empowering schools to nurture capable and well-rounded students through innovative educational approaches.

Math Buddy is an educational technology company dedicated to enhancing children's understanding of math concepts. It provides a comprehensive platform aimed at students in grades one through ten, offering interactive activities and worksheets that facilitate learning. The platform enables teachers to effectively illustrate mathematical concepts, helping students visualize and engage with the material. By incorporating interactive elements, Math Buddy aims to make the learning process enjoyable and effective, transforming the way math is taught and learned in schools.

NubeSol is an agricultural technology social enterprise founded in 2015 and based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Committed to promoting sustainable agriculture, the company leverages technology and innovation to enhance farming practices. NubeSol specializes in developing precision farming services that enable precise monitoring, yield prediction, and forecasting of crop acreages. Its solutions aim to increase productivity and profitability for the sugar industry while simultaneously reducing operational costs. Through its focus on technological advancement, NubeSol supports the broader goal of sustainable agricultural practices.

Leap Skills is a developer of a social learning platform focused on bridging the gap between student abilities and employer skill requirements. By utilizing innovative and technology-driven learning methods, the company delivers highly demanded workplace and sector-specific programs. Their platform enables no-code content creation and effective program management, allowing individuals to develop new skills and gain knowledge in various fields. Additionally, Leap Skills assists organizations in creating and deploying tailored learning experiences to meet their specific needs. The company is dedicated to empowering students to dream ambitiously and cultivate the resilience necessary to achieve their goals.