European Investment Bank (EIB) provides lending, borrowing, and treasury services primarily in the European Union. The company offers project loans for the public and private sectors; loans to banks and other intermediaries; structured finance products; guarantees and securitization instruments for senior and subordinated debts; project bonds; equity and fund investment products such as infrastructure equity and debt funds, and environmental funds; and venture capital funds and security packages for funds. The company also offers microfinance; risk sharing finance for research, development, and innovation projects; finance and technical expertise for sustainable energy projects; infrastructure project advisory services; support for urban development projects; guarantees for transport infrastructure; and funding for public-private partnerships and small- and medium-sized enterprises. EIB serves the transportation, global loans, energy, industry, health, education, water, sewerage, infrastructure, services, telecommunications, agriculture, and fisheries sectors. European Investment Bank was founded in 1958 and is based in Luxembourg.

Sprott Inc. is a publicly owned asset management holding company based in Toronto, Canada. Through its subsidiaries, it provides a range of services including asset management, portfolio management, and wealth management. The firm specializes in offering mutual funds, hedge funds, and offshore funds, as well as managed accounts and broker-dealer activities. Sprott is particularly known for its focus on precious metals and real assets investment strategies, primarily investing in physical gold and silver bullion. This approach aims to offer investors a secure and convenient alternative to direct investments in bullion. Additionally, Sprott Consulting LP, a subsidiary of the company, engages in private equity investments and debt financing specifically within the natural resources sector.

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a range of financing solutions and support services aimed at fostering the growth of startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies. It offers various financial products, including medium to long-term loans, export insurance, and leasing options for both tangible and intangible assets. Additionally, Bpifrance supports companies through consulting services, guarantees for bank financing, and training for executives. The organization also engages in direct investments and manages funds aimed at enhancing the financial landscape for businesses at different stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, Bpifrance was formerly known as OSEO S.A. and rebranded in July 2013. It operates as a subsidiary of Bpifrance SA, reinforcing its commitment to bolstering the French economy through diversified financial solutions.

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.

Macquarie Bank Limited, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, is a prominent financial institution that offers a comprehensive range of commercial banking and retail financial services. It provides personal banking, business banking, wealth management, and vehicle finance products to retail clients, advisors, brokers, and corporate customers. The bank is involved in asset and mortgage-backed securitization, institutional and commodity financing, and financial advisory services. Additionally, Macquarie Bank offers corporate and structured finance, home loans, and leasing services, while also engaging in trading across various asset classes including fixed income, equities, and foreign exchange. With operations in Australia, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific, Macquarie Bank serves a diverse clientele, including institutional, corporate, and retail clients. As a subsidiary of Macquarie Group, it adheres to regulations set forth by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.

RCF Management, LLC is a private equity firm based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in investments within the metals, minerals, and mining sectors. Established in 1998, the firm focuses on a variety of investment strategies, including buyouts, early and later-stage ventures, growth capital, and distressed situations. RCF does not engage in the oil and gas sector and typically targets junior mining companies at the scoping study or pre-feasibility stage. The firm seeks innovative opportunities in mining technology and often provides bridge loans and credit support. RCF invests globally, with a particular emphasis on Australia, Europe, Canada, and the United States, and is willing to invest up to $500 million in a single transaction, although initial investments usually range from $1 million to $300 million. The firm aims to exit investments within three to five years through various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions. RCF Management also values active involvement in its portfolio companies, often taking board seats.

Founded in 2001, Sidex is a government investment firm based in Montreal, Canada. The firm seeks to invest in companies focused on the mineral exploration sector.

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Fonds de solidarité FTQ is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Montreal, Canada, focusing on investments in small and medium-sized businesses primarily in Quebec. The firm specializes in various financial activities including start-ups, early ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and business successions. It invests in diverse sectors such as aerospace, agri-food, natural resources, and life sciences, while avoiding retail, real estate, and biotechnology. Fonds de solidarité FTQ typically seeks projects requiring investments of $3 million or more and offers loans up to $2 million. It targets companies with specific financial criteria, such as minimum capitalization and revenue thresholds, and can take both minority and majority stakes in its portfolio. The firm aims to foster economic development by supporting companies that positively impact the Quebec economy and holds investments for five to ten years, extending to over ten years in cases of business succession. With a strategic focus on regional growth, Fonds de solidarité FTQ operates across various regions of Quebec, reinforcing its commitment to local development and innovation.

Canaccord Genuity operates as a global full-service investment bank that specializes in growth companies, offering a range of financial services to institutional and corporate clients. The firm provides investment banking, advisory services, and research, as well as sales and trading across various sectors, including mining, energy, technology, and healthcare. Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, a subsidiary of Canaccord Genuity Group Inc., delivers tailored wealth management solutions and brokerage services to individual investors, private clients, and charities in key markets such as Canada, Australia, the UK, and Europe. With a focus on meeting the unique needs of its clients, the firm leverages its global network to identify investment opportunities and develop long-term strategies, while also providing near-term solutions for wealth management clients.