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Shoes of Prey Pty Ltd. is a global retail brand specializing in custom-made women's footwear. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, the company allows customers to design their ideal shoes, including styles such as ballet flats, stilettos, sandals, oxfords, and wedges. By offering an online platform, Shoes of Prey enables women to select various attributes like heel height, toe shape, fabric, leather, color, and embellishments, ensuring a personalized shopping experience. The company operates both online and through physical stores located in cities such as Bellevue, Newport Beach, San Francisco, Paramus, Oak Brook, Arlington, and Sydney. Over the years, Shoes of Prey has received multiple accolades, including distinctions for Online Retailer of the Year and Store Design of the Year at the World Retail Awards in 2013.

Myriota Pty. Ltd. is an Australian company that specializes in developing low-power micro transmitters designed to facilitate secure data transmission for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The company's technology enables devices to send small packets of data directly to low Earth orbit satellites, allowing for efficient communication across various sectors. Myriota's solutions are utilized in numerous applications, including asset monitoring in resource sectors, agriculture, oil and gas, mining, and environmental monitoring. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Adelaide, Australia, focusing on creating terminals, infrastructure, and applications that enhance operational efficiency and support data-driven decision-making in remote locations.

Fluent Commerce is a developer of a scalable cloud platform designed to enhance the shopping experience by integrating online and in-store operations. The company offers a distributed order management system that can be customized to support various omnichannel strategies. This platform seamlessly integrates with existing e-commerce technologies, facilitating services such as click and collect, ship from store, omnichannel returns, and fulfillment management. By enabling retailers and brands to implement and scale their operations quickly across global markets, Fluent Commerce aims to remove barriers in the retail environment, thus improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Active Adventures Limited is a tourism company based in Queenstown, New Zealand, specializing in fully-guided, all-inclusive small group adventures. Established in 1996, the company offers a diverse range of vacation packages that include hiking, biking, kayaking, and other multi-sport activities in breathtaking locations across New Zealand, Nepal, Europe, and South America. Active Adventures is known for providing exceptional service led by friendly Kiwi guides, ensuring a memorable experience for travelers seeking adventure in stunning natural settings.

Vinomofo is an innovative online wine store that aims to transform the wine purchasing experience. Founded in 2011 by André Eikmeier and Justin Dry in Adelaide, the platform has grown rapidly, attracting over 400,000 members and employing more than 100 people. Vinomofo serves as a marketplace for boutique wines, allowing wine enthusiasts to buy and recommend products conveniently online. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 2015 ORIA Online Retailer of the Year and the 2014 My Business Award for Best Employer. In 2016, Vinomofo expanded its reach globally by entering six new markets, including New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the United States, and China. Through its unique approach, Vinomofo fosters a community of wine lovers and creators, positioning itself as a leader in the online wine retail sector.

Shoes of Prey Pty Ltd. is a global retail brand specializing in custom-made women's footwear. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, the company allows customers to design their ideal shoes, including styles such as ballet flats, stilettos, sandals, oxfords, and wedges. By offering an online platform, Shoes of Prey enables women to select various attributes like heel height, toe shape, fabric, leather, color, and embellishments, ensuring a personalized shopping experience. The company operates both online and through physical stores located in cities such as Bellevue, Newport Beach, San Francisco, Paramus, Oak Brook, Arlington, and Sydney. Over the years, Shoes of Prey has received multiple accolades, including distinctions for Online Retailer of the Year and Store Design of the Year at the World Retail Awards in 2013.

THR1VE is a healthy food brand in Australia that focuses on providing nutritious meals that are gluten-free and contain no added sugar. The company operates a chain of fast-food restaurants and offers fresh ready meals through its eCommerce platform. THR1VE also features an eight-week body transformation program that promotes health and wellness through a combination of quality produce and proteins, all sourced locally and ethically. This program is supported by digital and social media channels, making it accessible for individuals seeking sustainable lifestyle changes. Through its various offerings, THR1VE aims to deliver delicious and nourishing food options, encouraging an active lifestyle and well-being among its customers.

GM Hotels owns and operates a portfolio of ten quality suburban hotels in and around Adelaide. Independent Pub Group (IPG), was formed in December 2007. The group was formed to take part in the consolidation of the national pub industry. IPG first acquisition was the Christies Beach Hotel and was shortly followed by the Munday Group's South Australian and Queensland properties (7 Venues SA) and the Red Lion (Qld). In September 2008 the Hotel Assets of the Lasseter's Group (11 venues) were purchased. Then in September 2009 the three Newcastle venues were sold to the ALH Group and in December 2009 the Whitehorse Tavern (SA) was purchased.

HPS Services is a leading provider of pharmacy services in Australia, primarily catering to health facilities such as private hospitals, public hospitals, cancer centers, and correctional facilities. The company specializes in a range of offerings, including clinical services, pharmaceutical product supply, inventory management, and dispensing. Additionally, HPS provides educational lecturing and opioid management services, ensuring comprehensive support for healthcare providers in managing their pharmaceutical needs.

HeyLets provides a social network built around experiences. Its platform shows recommendations that are popular with the users, making the process of discovery more social, and the results more relevant. Unlike other companies, there are no 3-star reviews from people with nothing in common on HeyLets, users post pictures and short descriptions of experiences that inspire them and that they want to share with the world.

ParcelPoint is an Australian company that simplifies the process of receiving and returning online purchases by providing a network of local collection points. With over 1,200 participating stores, including convenience stores and pharmacies, ParcelPoint allows customers to pick up and return parcels at convenient hours, including evenings and weekends. This extensive network helps to eliminate issues related to missed deliveries and long waits at post offices. By partnering with leading retailers and delivery services, ParcelPoint enhances the online shopping experience, making it easier for consumers to manage their deliveries and returns in a way that fits their busy lifestyles.

Paws For Life is Australia’s leading pet supplies delivery service. The online retailer carries over 1,000 products from 12 quality international brand name suppliers, including pet food, treats, accessories, health and wellness products and medication. One of Australia’s most exciting and fastest growing tech companies, Paws for Life was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Sydney. Paws For Life is unique in its exceptional offering of online purchasing, auto-order, efficient delivery, customer service and competitive pricing on leading brands. Ex-Macquarie executive Mike Frizell heads up a team of experienced individuals with previous careers at Google and Groupon. Paws For Life currently has 30,000 happy clients, with an astonishing 2,500 new customers signing on every month.

Hatchtech is an Australian company focused on developing innovative pest control solutions through its proprietary technology platform. The company's patented approach targets the egg hatch of pest species, effectively disrupting their lifecycle with a novel mode of action. Hatchtech's technology is designed to address various invertebrate pests, including ectoparasites such as head lice, as well as pests affecting animals, crops, and the built environment. Their flagship product offers a single-dose treatment that eliminates both head lice and their eggs in one application, providing an effective solution for infestations.

Conventus Orthopaedics provides a range of orthopedic and sports medicine services. The physicians specialize in orthopedic surgery, reconstructive surgery, spine surgery, joint replacement, sports medicine, physical therapy, and operative care of fractures, arthritis, strains, sprains, and sports-related injuries. Conventus was formed by a team of medical professionals with the sole purpose of creating less invasive ways to treat challenging periarticular fractures. By leveraging advanced nitinol technology, the Conventus team has developed a platform technology that provides robust fixation and creates reliable repairs. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Readify is an award-winning IT services company that specializes in developing enterprise applications and related software, primarily using Microsoft technologies. The company aims to address key challenges faced by its customers by providing tailored solutions. In addition to software development, Readify also offers technical consulting and training services, ensuring that clients can effectively utilize their applications and optimize their operations.