THE MOST designs and manufactures hardware and appliances to make styling textured hair faster, easier, and more convenient. Millions of women with highly textured hair agonize over the time and effort associated with styling, but it doesn't have to be hard. We have identified the major pain points in grooming routines and built tools that make at-home styling and grooming on the go easier than ever! We are tapping directly into the $250 billion hair care market by manufacturing tools and appliances that cater to women with highly textured hair. Our category creating, proprietary designs are conducive to highly profitable licensing arrangements with the $3 billion US liquid product market for textured consumers. Our unique business model is the first of its kind in the beauty space, and we are so excited to offer this high-margin, high-convenience option to retailers and the 60% of textured hair consumers craving this solution.
ZAMA Health is the premier mental health platform for the athletic community. The company serves as the behavioral health integration for any fitness company, gym, or athletic program. It is developing an evidenced-based clinical model that leads to better retention and performance outcomes for gym members and elite athletes.
Femly LLC, founded in 2016 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, manufactures and distributes feminine hygiene care products. The company offers a variety of plant-based and environmentally friendly items, including organic cotton tampons, day and night pads, menstrual cups, and body care products. Femly caters to women directly through its online platform and provides monthly subscriptions, online ordering, and home delivery services. Additionally, its products are available in restrooms at various organizations such as hotels, co-working spaces, and colleges. By focusing on sustainable and health-conscious options, Femly aims to meet the needs of modern consumers in the feminine care market.
Fonbnk provides borderless banking infrastructure directly to unbanked people around the world using the mobile internet. Utilizing the Company’s Airtime Wallet, anyone with a prepaid mobile SIM card and a verified online identity can now have a FREE global stored value (bank or current) account by recharging their existing mobile phones.
Hydrosat turns space imagery into vital products for agriculture and related industries. Our data analytics will drive better insights, more efficient operations, and higher profits to customers everywhere
Pixspan, Inc., a software company, offers data acceleration solutions for moving large forms of data of any type and size to, from, and within the cloud, as well as offers on-premise data solutions for full-resolution video and images. It provides CloudMover, which incorporates Pixspan's intelligent file handling technology; PixMover, which optimizes users to store, collaborate on, transfer, and manage data; Snowball Loader software to install and begin loading data; VDrive application, a solution for achieving media workflows; and Bit Exact Round Trip software for image encoding and decoding. The company serves media and entertainment, medical imaging, and satellite and surveillance industries. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Rockville, Maryland.
SCOUT was founded in 2019 following the loss of one of our own satellites to unknown causes. Our mission is to give spacecraft the ability to see and avoid potential threats. SCOUT's passive sensor hardware and control software enhances resolution of space objects by up to 1000 times, enabling on-board vision, detection, and avoidance. The company is a Techstars and venture-backed startup, and a 2020 MassChallenge Gold Winner. For more information, visit www.scout.space.
Developer of a personalized navigation and coaching platform designed offer customized support for life and health events. The company's platform provides patients with access to relevant resources and information, as well as emotional support and help with scheduling and managing appointments, enabling patients to feel seen, heard, and cared for during their cancer journey.
WorkChew Inc. owns and operates a marketplace platform that connects mobile and remote workers to workspaces in restaurants and hotels in Chicago, Illinois, Virginia; and Washington, District of Columbia. The company's platform provides co-working spaces with food, drinks, and tools such as wifi. WorkChew Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Washington, District of Columbia.
Poppy Flowers, founded in 2019 and based in Washington, D.C., operates as a tech-enabled marketplace within the $13 billion flower industry. The company specializes in retailing flowers and customized floral products specifically for weddings and event decorations. Poppy Flowers manages a floral supply chain that connects customers with independent floral designers and directly sources high-quality flowers from reputable farms. Through its online platform, Poppy Flowers aims to simplify the purchasing process for customers by leveraging technology, including machine learning and computer vision, to enhance the overall customer experience. The company is committed to providing affordable floral solutions while supporting local designers.
Avenify is a peer-to-peer lending platform enabling nursing students to finance their education debt-free with no credit score or signer required. Students can apply for up to $15,000 in income-based financing and owe nothing until they're employed. In addition to financing, Avenify provides career services and additional financial assistance to ensure students live happy, financially-healthy lives.
Avenify was established in 2018 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.
Cherry Blossom Intimates offers customizable post-mastectomy prosthetics to breast cancer survivors. It includes a "state-of-the-art fitting experience," and the prosthetics can be billed to insurance.
WorkChew Inc. owns and operates a marketplace platform that connects mobile and remote workers to workspaces in restaurants and hotels in Chicago, Illinois, Virginia; and Washington, District of Columbia. The company's platform provides co-working spaces with food, drinks, and tools such as wifi. WorkChew Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Washington, District of Columbia.
MemoryWell LLC operates a digital platform designed to help individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia share their life stories. By replacing traditional intake questionnaires with personal narratives, MemoryWell facilitates a more empathetic understanding among families, senior living communities, and home-based providers. The platform allows for the creation of collaborative timelines that incorporate photos, videos, letters, and other documents, enriching the storytelling experience. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., MemoryWell partners with retirement homes to document the stories of their residents, providing meaningful keepsakes for families and enhancing the overall care experience.
Please Assist Me, Inc. operates as a home management company that partners with apartment complexes to provide living experience for residents in in Nashville, Tennessee and Washington, District Of Columbia. It provides services in the areas of groceries, dry cleaning and laundry, alterations and shoe care, mail and packages, and special requests. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
Poppy Flowers, founded in 2019 and based in Washington, D.C., operates as a tech-enabled marketplace within the $13 billion flower industry. The company specializes in retailing flowers and customized floral products specifically for weddings and event decorations. Poppy Flowers manages a floral supply chain that connects customers with independent floral designers and directly sources high-quality flowers from reputable farms. Through its online platform, Poppy Flowers aims to simplify the purchasing process for customers by leveraging technology, including machine learning and computer vision, to enhance the overall customer experience. The company is committed to providing affordable floral solutions while supporting local designers.
Cherry Blossom Intimates offers customizable post-mastectomy prosthetics to breast cancer survivors. It includes a "state-of-the-art fitting experience," and the prosthetics can be billed to insurance.
Spyn Pay, Inc. is a fintech startup based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 2019. The company aims to transform the credit card industry by providing a unique credit card that helps users manage their finances effectively and avoid debt. Its innovative product automatically pays bills after each purchase, allowing customers to maintain better control over their spending. By enabling more frequent bill payments, Spyn Pay empowers individuals to have a clearer understanding of their financial situation, distinguishing it from traditional payment systems.
Hydrosat turns space imagery into vital products for agriculture and related industries. Our data analytics will drive better insights, more efficient operations, and higher profits to customers everywhere
Union is a community management platform that connects startup founders, mentors, investors, and corporate innovators around the world. The platform streamlines operations and connects startup hubs like incubators, accelerators and coworking spaces from all over the world. It works with corporations, universities, government agencies, and other organizations to engage startups and solve challenges with precise focus and global results. Union provides corporate innovation teams with a turnkey virtual incubator platform for recruiting, engaging, and assessing startups while building a network of mentors and experts from across their organization that can participate in the innovation process. Union was founded in 2017 and is based in Washington, DC, USA.
SoftCube LLC specializes in transforming customer data into actionable sales strategies for businesses. Founded in 2014 and based in Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine, the company provides a range of services including personalized product recommendations for online retailers, tailored email campaigns, and customized push notifications and SMS. These offerings are designed to enhance customer engagement and increase average order sizes by suggesting products that align with customer interests. Additionally, SoftCube pioneers in the automated production of video advertisements, creating dynamic content that showcases products in use and distributing these ads across platforms such as AdWords, Facebook, and Instagram. The company serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including wholesale, consumer electronics, fashion, toys, health and beauty, and home and gardening.
Leading brands, from Nike to Patagonia, have taken a stand on social causes to build a deeper connection with customers and grow business. We're helping the other 50k US eCommerce brands build, distribute, and A/B test cause marketing campaigns in real time. Our platform turns brand marketers into champions for social causes by helping them build cause marketing campaigns quickly, build relevance with customers, and be flexible as causes or customer sentiments change. Our platform consists of (1) a content marketplace of fully customizable cause marketing campaigns from trusted nonprofit partners (2) integrations into various brand marketing channels, including web, social and email, and (3) A/B testing capabilities and performance analytics that help brand marketers measure and fine-tune campaigns in real time. We’ve worked with over 50 brands, including Skullcandy, Burton Snowboards, and Sierra Nevada.
Dobby, operated by Halos Insurance, Inc., is an AI-driven home maintenance platform designed to automate home upkeep tasks. Launched in 2018 and based in Washington, D.C., Dobby offers a mobile application called CallDobby, which connects homeowners with local service providers and facilitates seamless home maintenance management. The platform aims to simplify the maintenance process by leveraging artificial intelligence and community resources. Dobby serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners, service providers, and real estate partners, ensuring a streamlined experience in managing home care. The company was co-founded with Techstars, which has a proven track record of launching successful startups, and has garnered investment from notable firms like MetLife and Plug and Play Ventures.
theCut, LLC. develops a mobile platform for barbers and clients. It enables discovering clients, book appointments, and finding barbers and barbershops. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Dale City, Virginia.
Base Operations Inc. is a company that specializes in providing street-level threat analysis services, primarily for global companies operating in emerging markets. Founded in 2016 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company offers a platform that aggregates and visualizes crime data through heat maps. Its solutions include detailed threat assessments, neighborhood ratings, and tools that assist security personnel in making informed location-based decisions. By leveraging micro-intelligence and crowdsourced data, Base Operations helps organizations enhance their operational safety, address supply chain risks, and ensure the security of their workforce. The platform also features AI-powered predictive analytics, enabling faster response times and improved decision-making for enterprise security.
DNSFilter, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based content filtering and threat protection solution designed to enhance online safety and manage web experiences. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver intelligent web content filtering and security threat protection. Its platform offers features such as real-time domain analysis, protection against malware, phishing, and botnet attacks, as well as the capability to block inappropriate content across networks. DNSFilter serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, service providers, and educational institutions, helping them safeguard their users from online threats while maintaining visibility for IT teams. The service also supports networks with dynamic IP addresses, ensuring comprehensive protection in various environments.
DNSFilter, Inc. is a provider of a cloud-based content filtering and threat protection solution designed to enhance online safety and manage web experiences. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver intelligent web content filtering and security threat protection. Its platform offers features such as real-time domain analysis, protection against malware, phishing, and botnet attacks, as well as the capability to block inappropriate content across networks. DNSFilter serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, service providers, and educational institutions, helping them safeguard their users from online threats while maintaining visibility for IT teams. The service also supports networks with dynamic IP addresses, ensuring comprehensive protection in various environments.
Flikshop allows users to be able to build a personalized postcard from the Flikshop mobile app that will be mailed via USPS to ANY prison inmate in the US.
Users download the mobile app or go to www.flikshop.com to build a postcard with a personalized photo, add a quick note, and key in the inmate's name and inmate number. Flikshop takes care of the rest for $0.99 per postcard, and that includes the postage. Within 2-4 days the inmate will receive a REAL postcard from the loved one.
Flikshop allows users to be able to build a personalized postcard from the Flikshop mobile app that will be mailed via USPS to ANY prison inmate in the US.
Users download the mobile app or go to www.flikshop.com to build a postcard with a personalized photo, add a quick note, and key in the inmate's name and inmate number. Flikshop takes care of the rest for $0.99 per postcard, and that includes the postage. Within 2-4 days the inmate will receive a REAL postcard from the loved one.
Omelas, Inc. specializes in automating and integrating security and risk analysis solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the company offers tools such as Symphony, which maps the online information environment, and Viola, designed for global threat detection and analysis. By uniting top developers from major tech firms with experts in defense, diplomacy, and intelligence, Omelas aims to address the root causes of violence and instability in communities worldwide. Initially leveraging advertising technology to understand loyalty to terrorist groups, the company has since broadened its focus to tackle propaganda and various forms of violence, contributing to national security efforts with successful interventions and presentations to high-level intelligence officials.
Omelas, Inc. specializes in automating and integrating security and risk analysis solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Washington, D.C., the company offers tools such as Symphony, which maps the online information environment, and Viola, designed for global threat detection and analysis. By uniting top developers from major tech firms with experts in defense, diplomacy, and intelligence, Omelas aims to address the root causes of violence and instability in communities worldwide. Initially leveraging advertising technology to understand loyalty to terrorist groups, the company has since broadened its focus to tackle propaganda and various forms of violence, contributing to national security efforts with successful interventions and presentations to high-level intelligence officials.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
Create is a next generation property database and 3D mapping platform. Create develops smart 3D maps that instantly deliver rich data about the urban environment & property market.
PierceMatrix (formerly PierceGTI) is a security product company that reduces your risk chain exposure. It shares information on known threats, learns about new threats and provides reports, dashboards and targeted recommendations to help you secure your network. Pierce uses artificial intelligence developed for the US military and a unique distributed architecture to optimize your security processes so you spend less time researching security problems and more time fixing security problems! Pierce uses the information gathered from thousands of client networks and industry data sources to detect botnets, attackers, compromised machines, and corporate IP reputation. The Pierce dashboard and reports provide you with up-to-the minute security intelligence on your risk chain.
Mark Labs Inc. is a data analytics software company that specializes in providing a platform for nonprofits and their donors to understand and communicate social impact data. Founded in December 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in London, the company enables donors to track, analyze, and report the impact of their grant-making and sustainability initiatives. Nonprofits benefit from the platform by tracking their activities and reporting outcomes to funders. Mark Labs employs artificial intelligence and innovative methodologies to assess the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance of investments. By offering actionable insights into ESG risks and opportunities, the company empowers clients to make informed investment decisions and effectively communicate the impact of their portfolios to stakeholders.
Mark Labs Inc. is a data analytics software company that specializes in providing a platform for nonprofits and their donors to understand and communicate social impact data. Founded in December 2015 and based in Washington, D.C., with an additional location in London, the company enables donors to track, analyze, and report the impact of their grant-making and sustainability initiatives. Nonprofits benefit from the platform by tracking their activities and reporting outcomes to funders. Mark Labs employs artificial intelligence and innovative methodologies to assess the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance of investments. By offering actionable insights into ESG risks and opportunities, the company empowers clients to make informed investment decisions and effectively communicate the impact of their portfolios to stakeholders.
☆ Recognized as the poshtel site by National Geographic ☆ PoshPacker created a new travel category in the lodging travel space, by blending the concepts of "posh”+social+budget. Through a vetting process that combines human curation and technological algorithms, they offer a curated selection of poshtel (posh/modern hostels), themed hotels, and stylish and affordable travel accommodation. They currently have over 1500 properties in 460 cities across 60 countries. They provide the security and reliability of a trusted OTA with the uniqueness of off the beaten path lodging experience. Users can search by their interest, and find inspirational travel blogs. For hoteliers PoshPacker is a marketing solution, enabling them to reach and resonate with millennials through their digital innovations including their geolocation instagram technology, and vibes tagging system. They offer hoteliers a brand to differentiate themselves among the budget lodging sector.
RangeForce delivers the most effective way to level-up and accurately assess the skills of your cybersecurity team through a scalable, interactive, on-demand cyber-skill training platform and integrated cyber range.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
General Atomics develops technology solutions for defense, energy, and transportation applications worldwide. The company’s defense solutions comprise aircraft launch and recovery systems; energy solutions include nuclear energy, nuclear fuel, and alternative energy; transportation solutions comprise magnetic levitation (maglev) systems, including urban maglev systems, electromagnetic cargo conveyors, and high-speed maglev systems as well as linear motor systems for civil transportation applications. General Atomics also offers unmanned aircraft systems and sensors as well as training and support services. In addition, the company offers various commercial products, including capacitors, terminal automation products, radiation monitoring systems, deicing products, diagnostic enzymes, electrostatic oil separator systems, nirvana storage products, fusion technology products, research reactor control systems, products for cleanroom services, and algae for aquaculture as well as integrated drive systems, power inverters, and permanent magnet motors. Further, it offers education outreach programs, which include elements that support fusion energy research and development as well as general science education. General Atomics was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Newport News, Virginia; Lakehurst, New Jersey; and Washington, D.C. It also has operations in Berlin and Dresden, Germany; Adelaide, Australia; Denver, Colorado; Los Alamos, New Mexico; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Tupelo, Mississippi; Ogden, Utah; and Washington, District of Columbia.
LawnStarter, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects consumers with lawn care professionals to provide a variety of lawn maintenance services. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers essential services such as mowing, edging, and blowing, as well as specialty services like fertilization, aeration, over seeding, and leaf removal. LawnStarter facilitates instant quotes for consumers, allowing them to easily schedule lawn care services from insured professionals. The company's innovative algorithms utilize geolocation data to optimize route density for lawn care providers, enhancing their efficiency and profitability. LawnStarter operates in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
LawnStarter, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects consumers with lawn care professionals to provide a variety of lawn maintenance services. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers essential services such as mowing, edging, and blowing, as well as specialty services like fertilization, aeration, over seeding, and leaf removal. LawnStarter facilitates instant quotes for consumers, allowing them to easily schedule lawn care services from insured professionals. The company's innovative algorithms utilize geolocation data to optimize route density for lawn care providers, enhancing their efficiency and profitability. LawnStarter operates in multiple states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
Nexercise, Inc. develops Sworkit, a mobile application that enables users to find the workouts to stay fit and lose weight. It provides instructional exercise for both fitness and rehabilitative needs. Nexercise, Inc. was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Nexercise is a mobile platform that provides competition and real rewards to motivate busy people to lose weight and stay fit.
FitReserve is the premier multi-studio fitness membership that allows you to mix and match from over 200,000 classes/month at hundreds of top studios and gyms in NYC, LA, Chicago, Seattle, Boston and DC. FitReserve provides access to full studio schedules (including peak class times), plus access to exclusive insider studio and partner perks, events and more.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
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Nveloped was founded by Tripp Parker.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
Distil, Inc. develops and provides cloud security software designed to protect websites from malicious bots and automated attacks. The company's solutions effectively block a wide range of threats, including web scraping, competitive data mining, form spam, click fraud, and account takeovers, ensuring that legitimate users are not affected. Distil's offerings include Bot Defense for API, which safeguards API servers that support public-facing websites and mobile applications, and the Distil Analyst Managed Service, which incorporates human intelligence into bot mitigation efforts. Serving enterprise customers globally, Distil aims to make the web more secure by enabling users to automatically block 99.9% of malicious traffic. Founded in 2011 and based in Arlington, Virginia, Distil Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Imperva, Inc. since 2019.
FastCustomer, Inc. offers FastCustomer, a mobile application that enables users to skip hold and talk directly with a human in customer service at various companies, including Fortune 500 companies. Its application works on iPhones and Android phones. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Washington, District Of Columbia.
UpNext is a NYC based startup developing extremely detailed 3D maps for the mobile devices. UpNext currently maps New York City, Boston, DC, San Francisco, Philly, Chicago, Portland and Austin. Within the UpNext 3D Cities iPhone app a complete 3-D representation of each city is offered, down to practically every single building. You can pan and zoom, and click on any building to get a list of the businesses inside. Type in an address and the map flies right to it. If you want to see nearby restaurants, bars, stores, hotels, museums, or sports facilities, you can set a filter to light those things up on the map.
UpNext is a NYC based startup developing extremely detailed 3D maps for the mobile devices. UpNext currently maps New York City, Boston, DC, San Francisco, Philly, Chicago, Portland and Austin. Within the UpNext 3D Cities iPhone app a complete 3-D representation of each city is offered, down to practically every single building. You can pan and zoom, and click on any building to get a list of the businesses inside. Type in an address and the map flies right to it. If you want to see nearby restaurants, bars, stores, hotels, museums, or sports facilities, you can set a filter to light those things up on the map.