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Generation Esports is a company that offers a platform designed for schools, businesses, clubs, and communities to engage in esports competitions. It specializes in organizing high school-level esports leagues and tournaments, providing students a structured environment to compete and demonstrate their skills. By aligning esports with academic pursuits, Generation Esports aims to harness students' enthusiasm for gaming, fostering an engaging experience that not only enhances their competitive abilities but also supports improved academic performance. The company focuses on creating seamless and rewarding esports experiences, ultimately helping students boost their grade point averages and enhance their career prospects.

UCAP Power is a San Diego-based company that specializes in the development of ultracapacitor technology and adaptable power storage solutions. Founded in 2019 by Gordon Schenk and Joshua Hitt, UCAP Power focuses on creating ultracapacitor systems that provide rapid energy release and storage for various applications. The company's products are designed to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative to traditional lead-acid and hazardous batteries, catering primarily to industrial clients. With an emphasis on long-lasting power storage, UCAP Power is committed to advancing energy solutions that are both efficient and environmentally friendly.

ChromaCode Inc., established in 2012 and based in Carlsbad, California, specializes in molecular diagnostics. The company develops innovative testing solutions for infectious diseases, cancer, and non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) using technology licensed from Caltech. ChromaCode's core products are software, reagents, and assays that enhance the multiplexing capabilities of quantitative PCR (qPCR) instruments by fivefold. Additionally, they offer molecular assays and software for various applications such as personalized medicine and pharmaceutical research. One of their notable products is the HDPCR Tick-Borne Pathogen Panel, a multiplex PCR test detecting common tick-borne pathogens in a single assay. ChromaCode's technology focuses on improving signal processing from life science instrumentation, enabling cost-effective testing of multiple targets simultaneously while integrating into existing laboratory workflows.

WhiteFox Defense Technologies, Inc. is a counter-drone airspace defense company focused on developing solutions to manage drones in sensitive airspace globally. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers a range of products including DroneFox, a software designed for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that identifies and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, a system that ensures trust and authentication of drones for various UTM systems, available as both a physical attachment and a software protocol. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense sectors, reflecting its commitment to enhancing airspace security.

WhiteFox Defense Technologies, Inc. is a counter-drone airspace defense company focused on developing solutions to manage drones in sensitive airspace globally. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers a range of products including DroneFox, a software designed for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that identifies and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, a system that ensures trust and authentication of drones for various UTM systems, available as both a physical attachment and a software protocol. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense sectors, reflecting its commitment to enhancing airspace security.

Indus Holdings Company is a vertically-integrated cannabis business based in Salinas, California, founded in 2014 by Robert Weakley. The company specializes in producing a wide range of cannabis and cannabis-infused products, emphasizing consumer safety and sustainability throughout its operations. Indus manages every aspect of the supply chain, from cultivation and extraction to manufacturing, brand sales, marketing, and distribution. This comprehensive approach allows Indus to offer an extensive portfolio of award-winning brands, including Altai, Dixie, Moon, Beboe, and Legal. The company is dedicated to producing artisan craft cannabis with a deep respect for the plant, ensuring that clients have easy access to high-quality products.

Avidity Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in the development of oligonucleotide-based therapies, particularly through its innovative Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOC) platform. This technology aims to address the limitations of traditional oligonucleotide therapies by combining the tissue selectivity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide treatments. Avidity's lead product candidate, AOC 1001, targets myotonic dystrophy type 1, a rare genetic muscle disease. In addition to this, the company is advancing multiple programs focused on muscle-related conditions, including muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. Furthermore, Avidity is expanding its research to include immune and other cell types, positioning itself at the forefront of biopharmaceutical innovation for serious diseases.

Home Bay Technologies Inc. operates an innovative online platform that facilitates real estate transactions for home sellers and buyers primarily in California. Founded in 2011 and based in San Diego, the company enables homeowners to market and sell their properties without relying on a traditional listing agent, thus avoiding associated costs. Users can list a variety of property types, including single-family homes and condominiums, and have their listings syndicate to major real estate websites and local brokerage platforms. The platform provides a user-friendly dashboard where sellers can manage listings, track buyer offers, and navigate the closing process. Additionally, Home Bay employs data-driven intelligence to assist sellers in countering offers and addressing buyer requests, ensuring a streamlined and transparent experience akin to using tax preparation software. The company has expanded its operations beyond California to include states such as Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Texas, and Colorado.

WhiteFox Defense Technologies, Inc. is a counter-drone airspace defense company focused on developing solutions to manage drones in sensitive airspace globally. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, the company offers a range of products including DroneFox, a software designed for automatic detection and mitigation of drone threats, and Scorpion, a technology that identifies and neutralizes drone threats for mobile units. Additionally, WhiteFox provides WISDM, a system that ensures trust and authentication of drones for various UTM systems, available as both a physical attachment and a software protocol. The company's clientele spans critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, public safety, and defense sectors, reflecting its commitment to enhancing airspace security.

Vessel Health, Inc. is a San Diego-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in at-home wellness tracking services. The company has developed a user-friendly application that allows individuals to test ten different health metrics in under ten minutes for a nominal fee. Utilizing biotechnology and the Internet of Things, the application instantly measures factors such as nutrient levels, hydration, cortisol, and toxins. Based on these results, Vessel Health provides tailored recommendations for diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes. The platform collaborates with experts, including doctors and nutritionists, to ensure that users receive accurate and effective wellness guidance. By offering various membership plans, Vessel Health enables users to monitor their health over time, helping them achieve better well-being and performance from the comfort of their homes.

Cloudbeds is a hospitality management software developer headquartered in San Diego, California, founded in 2012. The company offers an integrated, cloud-based platform designed to simplify operations for independent hoteliers and hosts. Its all-in-one hotel management system provides real-time, two-way integration with various distribution channels, alongside property, payment, and revenue management services. By empowering clients in the hospitality industry with advanced technology, Cloudbeds enables them to enhance revenue, streamline operations, and improve guest experiences.

Peachjar, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing a digital flyer management tool for K-12 schools and parents. Founded in 2013, Peachjar's platform facilitates the organization and distribution of essential school updates, as well as information regarding extracurricular activities and community resources. By streamlining communication between schools and families, the service enhances parental involvement and aims to improve student outcomes. The cloud-based technology enables effective and efficient delivery of information, ultimately fostering stronger partnerships among schools, parents, and the broader community.

MOGL is a restaurant rewards application dedicated to combating hunger in the United States. Members can earn 10% cash-back at thousands of participating restaurants by using a linked credit or debit card for their payments. Shortly after making a purchase, members receive an alert that allows them to donate a portion or the entirety of their cash-back to a local food bank. The app features a Hunger Tracker, enabling users to monitor the impact of their donations in their communities and engage in friendly competition with friends to see who can contribute the most meals. Founded in 2010, MOGL is headquartered in Solana Beach, California.

Empyr, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that operates an online-to-offline advertisement platform designed to connect digital engagement with real-world purchases. Established in 2011, Empyr specializes in card-linked offers, enabling national brands and digital publishers to track online advertisements that lead to offline sales. By integrating directly with major credit card associations, Empyr allows consumers to earn cashback at offline merchants simply by using their debit or credit cards. This platform provides a seamless experience for users while offering publishers the ability to generate revenue from each purchase and allowing merchants to link offline sales to specific online marketing efforts. Empyr collaborates with a diverse range of partners, including notable names in technology, banking, and hospitality, thereby tapping into the significant potential of the $3 trillion offline commerce market driven by online activity. The company has raised $35 million through its parent organization, Mogl, and currently employs 60 individuals.

Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.

TakeLessons operates as a marketplace that connects students with qualified instructors across a broad range of subjects, including music, languages, wellness, and the arts. The platform is designed to accommodate different teaching and learning styles, facilitating both online and local classes. Instructors benefit from tools that simplify marketing and streamline business operations, offering integrated scheduling, billing, payment, and communication features that function effectively on both desktop and mobile devices. By bringing together a diverse community of educators and learners, TakeLessons aims to enhance the educational experience and optimize learning outcomes for users.

Edico Genome Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in bioinformatics solutions for DNA analysis. Founded in 2013 and based in La Jolla, California, the company develops the DRAGEN bio-IT processor, a sequencing application-specific integrated circuit that facilitates efficient analysis of next-generation sequencing data. This platform employs a field-programmable gate array to accelerate genome pipeline algorithms, including BCL conversion, mapping, alignment, and variant calling. By integrating its technology directly into sequencing instruments and bioinformatics servers, Edico Genome enables healthcare institutions to effectively identify connections between DNA sequence variations and human diseases. In 2018, Edico Genome became a subsidiary of Illumina, Inc.

Savara is an orphan lung disease company. Savara’s pipeline comprises Molgradex, an inhaled granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor, or GM-CSF, in Phase 3 development for autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or aPAP, in Phase 2a development for nontuberculous mycobacteria, or NTM, lung infection, and in preparation for Phase 2a development in cystic fibrosis, or CF, affected individuals with chronic NTM lung infection; and AeroVanc, a Phase 3 stage inhaled vancomycin for treatment of persistent methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, lung infection in CF. Savara’s strategy involves expanding its pipeline of potentially best-in-class products through indication expansion, strategic development partnerships and product acquisitions, with the goal of becoming a leading company in its field. The most recent acquisition is aerosolized amikacin/fosfomycin, a Phase 2 ready, proprietary combination antibiotic, which has demonstrated potent and broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against highly drug resistant pathogens. Savara’s management team has significant experience in orphan drug development and pulmonary medicine, identifying unmet needs, developing and acquiring new product candidates, and effectively advancing them to approvals and commercialization.

BUMP Network offers software to manage memberships, from signup to redemption, and integrates with existing websites. Its platform enables businesses or organizations to generate and enhance revenue from their members through additional benefits offerings and data management.

Events.com, Inc. is an event management platform that facilitates the organization, marketing, and monetization of a diverse range of events, from small fundraisers to large festivals and marathons. Founded in 2009 and based in La Jolla, California, the company provides an online registration system that connects event organizers with attendees, streamlining the event management process. Its comprehensive suite of tools includes features for creating event registration pages, managing sponsorship sales, and analyzing performance through digestible reports. The Event Assistant app enhances the event day experience by offering functionalities such as attendee check-in and on-site statistics. By simplifying each stage of event planning, Events.com enables organizers to execute their visions more efficiently while enhancing access to both virtual and in-person experiences for attendees.

ecoATM, LLC specializes in the recycling of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, and tablets, through a network of automated kiosks located across the United States. Founded in 2008 and based in San Diego, California, the company allows consumers to conveniently sell their unwanted devices for cash on the spot. The kiosks evaluate the worth of these used electronics, facilitating a quick and secure transaction process. In 2015, ecoATM expanded its services by acquiring Gazelle, enhancing its offerings to include both in-person kiosk transactions and online sales options through Gazelle.com. Consumers can trade in their devices for immediate cash and access certified pre-owned electronics at competitive prices. Through its commitment to convenience and sustainability, ecoATM promotes smart consumption by providing a reliable platform for recycling and purchasing electronic devices.

Daylight Solutions, Inc. develops advanced molecular detection and imaging systems tailored for scientific research, life sciences, industrial process control, and defense applications. The company specializes in external cavity quantum cascade laser technology, providing mid-infrared tunable and fixed-wavelength lasers along with various accessories, including amplified MCT detectors. Its product offerings encompass analytical instruments for cancer and stem cell research, cellular profiling, and personalized medicine, as well as sensors for industrial monitoring in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and environmental management. Additionally, Daylight Solutions manufactures tunable lasers for scientific applications and non-invasive medical diagnostics, catering to both military and homeland security markets. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company distributes its products globally, serving clients in multiple countries across Europe and Asia.