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BioSqueeze specializes in biomineralization technologies for the oil and gas industry to prevent gas migration and reduce fugitive emissions. Its solutions penetrate and seal micro-annuli, fissures, cracks and other leakage pathways, providing a cost-effective means to address gas migration issues. The company is headquartered in Butte, Montana.

Bridger Photonics, Inc. is a manufacturer and provider of advanced laser-based sensors and LiDAR solutions, headquartered in Bozeman, Montana. Established in 2006, the company specializes in precision length metrology products and imaging technologies aimed at enhancing efficiency in industrial sensor applications. Its innovative sensors are particularly effective in the oil and gas sector, offering 3D LiDAR scans of infrastructure combined with sensitive gas concentration maps to detect and quantify methane leaks. Bridger Photonics' solutions enable clients to improve safety and reduce emissions throughout the natural gas value chain. The company is recognized for its contributions to the industrial metrology market, leveraging technologies such as LADAR and Mid-IR lasers to deliver accurate distance measurements and advanced imaging capabilities.

Submittable develops cloud-based software for managing digital submissions, applications, and content. Its platform enables clients to collect, review, and make decisions on various types of submissions, including job applicants (Talentd), academic applications, grants, and creative content. Submittable serves publishers, competitions, awards, academic institutions, and other organizations seeking efficient submission management.

Quiq develops a cloud-based messaging platform that enables businesses to deliver personalized customer support across various channels at scale. Its AI-powered solutions facilitate seamless, proactive communication between brands and consumers via digital messaging channels.

Quiq develops a cloud-based messaging platform that enables businesses to deliver personalized customer support across various channels at scale. Its AI-powered solutions facilitate seamless, proactive communication between brands and consumers via digital messaging channels.

Submittable develops cloud-based software for managing digital submissions, applications, and content. Its platform enables clients to collect, review, and make decisions on various types of submissions, including job applicants (Talentd), academic applications, grants, and creative content. Submittable serves publishers, competitions, awards, academic institutions, and other organizations seeking efficient submission management.

PatientOne, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Missoula, Montana, established in 2018. It specializes in developing a platform aimed at enhancing the surgical episode of care and offering remote patient monitoring services to independent surgeons, surgery centers, and hospitals. The platform focuses on patient education, ensuring that individuals can make informed decisions about their care through accessible and comprehensive information. It provides automated notifications and reminders to help patients adhere to their care plans, while also enabling continuous communication between patients and their physicians. This connectivity minimizes risks, reduces communication errors, and lowers the chances of complications during the surgical process. Additionally, PatientOne supports healthcare providers by streamlining the use of electronic care coding for remote patient monitoring and chronic care management, which enhances patient safety and satisfaction.

Blackmore Sensors and Analytics Inc. specializes in frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) Lidar technology, providing advanced imaging and analytic tools designed to measure radial velocity at every data point. Founded in 2016 and based in Bozeman, Montana, the company focuses on enhancing the capabilities of Lidar systems through innovative software solutions. As of May 2019, Blackmore operates as a subsidiary of Aurora Innovation, Inc., expanding its reach and technological expertise in the field of sensor analytics and autonomous vehicle applications.

onXmaps, Inc. is a Montana-based company that specializes in developing mapping applications for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly hunters. Founded in 2009 and located in Missoula, onXmaps offers products such as onX Hunt and onX Offroad, which provide detailed maps that include marked property boundaries, landowner names, and navigation capabilities, even in offline mode. The company aggregates extensive nationwide data on property ownership, trails, and permitted land use, enabling users to access customized information tailored to their outdoor activities. Its maps are compatible with a variety of devices, including Apple and Android smartphones and tablets, desktop computers, and Garmin GPS devices. Through continuous feedback from users, onXmaps has expanded its offerings to cater to a broader audience in the outdoor recreation sector.

Blackmore Sensors and Analytics Inc. specializes in frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) Lidar technology, providing advanced imaging and analytic tools designed to measure radial velocity at every data point. Founded in 2016 and based in Bozeman, Montana, the company focuses on enhancing the capabilities of Lidar systems through innovative software solutions. As of May 2019, Blackmore operates as a subsidiary of Aurora Innovation, Inc., expanding its reach and technological expertise in the field of sensor analytics and autonomous vehicle applications.

Quiq develops a cloud-based messaging platform that enables businesses to deliver personalized customer support across various channels at scale. Its AI-powered solutions facilitate seamless, proactive communication between brands and consumers via digital messaging channels.

CLEARAS Water Recovery, Inc. specializes in biological-based water treatment technologies aimed at nutrient recovery from wastewater. The company’s flagship solution, the Advanced Biological Nutrient Recovery System (ABNR), utilizes microbiology, including microalgae and other biological organisms, to effectively extract excess nitrogen, phosphorus, and other contaminants from industrial water discharge and wastewater effluents. The ABNR system operates in a controlled, continuous flow environment, managing the interplay between mechanical and biological processes to produce a plant-based biomaterial co-product. This co-product can be upcycled into various markets, such as plastics, foams, animal feeds, and soil enhancements. CLEARAS primarily serves municipal and industrial point source dischargers and is headquartered in Missoula, Montana. Founded in 2008, the company was previously known as AlgEvolve Inc. before rebranding in 2013.

Submittable develops cloud-based software for managing digital submissions, applications, and content. Its platform enables clients to collect, review, and make decisions on various types of submissions, including job applicants (Talentd), academic applications, grants, and creative content. Submittable serves publishers, competitions, awards, academic institutions, and other organizations seeking efficient submission management.