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Cephable is a company focused on developing an assistive technology platform aimed at enhancing human-computer interaction. By utilizing voice commands, facial expressions, body gestures, virtual buttons, and tilt controls, Cephable's technology provides users with personalized and accessible means of interacting with digital devices. The platform is designed to extend digital controls to head and face movements, making it easier for individuals with varying needs to engage with technology in a way that is tailored to their preferences. Cephable’s commitment to equity and accessibility positions it as a leader in transforming how users connect with their devices.

Enabled Play is a platform and device that makes accessibility accessible for everyone. It allows users to control their games, programs, and computers using face expressions, voice commands, body gestures, tilt controls, and distributed inputs. These inputs are used for making education, the workplace, and gaming more accessible for everyone.

SpectrumAi is a digital health company innovating Autism care to increase access to high-quality ABA therapy for kids on the spectrum around the world. With support from industry veterans in technology and healthcare, SpectrumAi is working with global clinical leaders in ABA therapy, parents, and payers to modernize.

Marker Learning specializes in evaluations and support services for learning disabilities, utilizing a telepsychology platform to enhance accessibility for schools and families. The company offers diagnostic assessments for various learning disabilities, as well as individualized learning plans, tutoring, and coaching aimed at helping students and adults up to the age of 50 achieve their full potential. Marker Learning's licensed psychologists have received specialized training to ensure effective and personalized support for individuals facing learning challenges.

AnswersNow, Inc. is a technology-driven company that specializes in supporting parents and caregivers of children with autism. Founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, Virginia, it offers a mobile platform that provides educational resources, behavioral learning tools, and on-demand expert support. The platform facilitates a step-by-step learning process for children, allowing caregivers to save, store, and monitor their progress effectively. AnswersNow's telehealth services connect families with board-certified behavioral analysts through private texts and videos, offering personalized counseling and emotional support tailored to individual needs. This approach aims to make applied behavior analysis therapy more accessible to families, regardless of their circumstances or location.

Kinspire is a pediatric support platform that specializes in delivering occupational therapy through telehealth, focusing on the developmental needs of children and their families. Established in April 2020 in Denver, Colorado, Kinspire employs an asynchronous approach to therapy, allowing parents to engage with therapists at their convenience. This model fosters collaboration between families and therapists in creating a tailored Family Action Plan for each child. Parents can participate actively in the therapeutic process, accessing instructional sessions and reaching out with questions at any time. In addition to therapy sessions, Kinspire provides offline activities and educational resources designed to enhance family engagement, offering children opportunities to earn digital prizes through completed tasks. This comprehensive approach supports both the developmental needs of children and the convenience required by busy families.

Intellispark helps schools to maximize student achievement through a data-driven, community-centered approach to student advising. Their team includes experienced education and technology leaders who are passionate about ensuring every child has the chance to make a difference.

Agave Health provides behavioral care for adults across the ADHD spectrum, offering an evidence-based, accessible and affordable treatment.

Daivergent Inc. is a company that specializes in creating a platform tailored for individuals on the autism spectrum, facilitating their entry into the digital workforce. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Daivergent offers a range of services including data entry, data enrichment, quality assurance, and training data generation. The platform serves as a bridge between neurodivergent talent and enterprise clients, enabling companies to meet their data-labeling needs while providing job opportunities for those with disabilities. By supporting various industries such as artificial intelligence and healthcare, Daivergent aims to empower the adult disability population and promote inclusivity in the workforce.

Kinspire is a pediatric support platform that specializes in delivering occupational therapy through telehealth, focusing on the developmental needs of children and their families. Established in April 2020 in Denver, Colorado, Kinspire employs an asynchronous approach to therapy, allowing parents to engage with therapists at their convenience. This model fosters collaboration between families and therapists in creating a tailored Family Action Plan for each child. Parents can participate actively in the therapeutic process, accessing instructional sessions and reaching out with questions at any time. In addition to therapy sessions, Kinspire provides offline activities and educational resources designed to enhance family engagement, offering children opportunities to earn digital prizes through completed tasks. This comprehensive approach supports both the developmental needs of children and the convenience required by busy families.

Cooper is a startup offering one-on-one sessions, virtual events, and support for parents.

IEP&Me is an edtech company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing collaboration among all stakeholders involved in personalized learning and special education. The platform facilitates the creation and management of individualized learning and advocacy plans, offering a self-advocacy curriculum and professional development resources. By promoting transparency and clarity, IEP&Me enables students, teachers, and families to navigate the special education process more effectively. The software aims to streamline communication and support for parents, students, and school staff, ultimately fostering a more inclusive educational environment.

Fable is a leading accessibility platform powered by people with disabilities.The best digital teams work with Fable to make products more accessible for over 1 billion people who live with disabilities.

Valence is a communication tool that delivers emotional feedback in real-time conversation, aiming to augment emotional perception across different neurotypes, languages, communication styles, and cultures.

AnswersNow, Inc. is a technology-driven company that specializes in supporting parents and caregivers of children with autism. Founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, Virginia, it offers a mobile platform that provides educational resources, behavioral learning tools, and on-demand expert support. The platform facilitates a step-by-step learning process for children, allowing caregivers to save, store, and monitor their progress effectively. AnswersNow's telehealth services connect families with board-certified behavioral analysts through private texts and videos, offering personalized counseling and emotional support tailored to individual needs. This approach aims to make applied behavior analysis therapy more accessible to families, regardless of their circumstances or location.

Social Cipher is a company focused on developing social-emotional learning skills tailored for neurodiverse youth. By utilizing the CASEL competencies, the company aims to help individuals cultivate a healthy sense of self and establish positive boundaries. Their approach is informed by the social model of disability, and they employ identity-first language in their games and written materials. Social Cipher's platform is centered on creating engaging, story-driven video games designed to support neurodiverse inclusion and empowerment. These games provide a safe and accessible environment where children can practice social skills and gain relief from the challenges associated with autism.

Goally is software driven behavior therapy platform, to help their children develop the executive functioning skills which are essential for success in school and throughout life. We use a science-based approach to provide customized progression plans, data-driven expert advice, and a dedicated device designed to keep kids motivated. Goally is software driven behavior therapy platform, to help their children develop the executive functioning skills which are essential for success in school and throughout life. We use a science-based approach to provide customized progression plans, data-driven expert advice, and a dedicated device designed to keep kids motivated. Goally was launched by Daragh Brangan, Sasi Movva, and Ed Johnson in 2016. It is based in Boulder, Colorado.

Marker Learning specializes in evaluations and support services for learning disabilities, utilizing a telepsychology platform to enhance accessibility for schools and families. The company offers diagnostic assessments for various learning disabilities, as well as individualized learning plans, tutoring, and coaching aimed at helping students and adults up to the age of 50 achieve their full potential. Marker Learning's licensed psychologists have received specialized training to ensure effective and personalized support for individuals facing learning challenges.

Joshin, LLC is a company based in Shoreview, Minnesota, that specializes in developing software applications focused on disability care. Its primary product is the Joshin application, which connects families with caregivers who are experienced, qualified, and screened to support individuals with disabilities and neurodivergence. The platform allows users to create personalized care plans that detail the needs, goals, preferences, and dietary requirements of their loved ones, facilitating a tailored approach to care. In addition to connecting families with caregivers, Joshin provides virtual coaching and education on disability issues, guiding families in navigating the complexities of care for individuals with special needs.

Daivergent Inc. is a company that specializes in creating a platform tailored for individuals on the autism spectrum, facilitating their entry into the digital workforce. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Daivergent offers a range of services including data entry, data enrichment, quality assurance, and training data generation. The platform serves as a bridge between neurodivergent talent and enterprise clients, enabling companies to meet their data-labeling needs while providing job opportunities for those with disabilities. By supporting various industries such as artificial intelligence and healthcare, Daivergent aims to empower the adult disability population and promote inclusivity in the workforce.

Clay is an education company focused on providing behavioral health solutions for early childhood education. The company specializes in identifying behavioral and developmental issues rapidly, enabling preschools to better support children facing disruptive behaviors and developmental delays. Clay offers a comprehensive range of behavioral and mental health services tailored for school communities, aiming to enhance the lives and outcomes of children and families. By delivering early, integrated access to necessary care, Clay seeks to empower families to raise healthy, resilient children while minimizing teacher absenteeism and addressing logistical challenges that can disrupt learning and development.

Positive Development is improving lives by helping develop the skills to connect with one’s self, family, and community. The company also provides mental and physical health services to children with developmental challenges and their families. They focus on the relationships between parents, caregivers, therapists, and children. Their research validated model is grounded in a deep understanding of the natural and joyful ways that children acquire and strengthen social-emotional skills. Positive Development was founded in 2019 and is based in Washington, DC, USA.

Inclusively is a technology-driven employment platform focused on connecting job seekers with disabilities, mental health conditions, and chronic illnesses to inclusive employers. The platform aims to enhance workplace inclusion by facilitating the recruitment process for candidates who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. By providing insights, access, training, and support to employers, Inclusively helps organizations attract and retain diverse talent while empowering individuals with disabilities to find suitable positions within supportive workplaces. The company recognizes the importance of addressing employment barriers for the disability community, which represents a significant portion of the workforce.

We're building behavioral health practice management software that solves the logistical pain points many clinics have today and helps them scale in the future. Essentially, our solution is an IT backbone that seamlessly integrates everything from patient onboarding to billing and everything in between, with an emphasis on integration with 3rd-party apps -- replacing the manual effort that clinicians waste time on today.