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IAMBIC is a footwear technology company focused on creating size-inclusive shoes through AI-driven custom fitting. Recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2023, IAMBIC utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to address the unique fit challenges often overlooked by traditional sizing systems, providing personalized comfort for a diverse range of foot shapes. With 12 patent-pending innovations and support from the National Science Foundation, the company aims to scale its bespoke footwear offerings, making personalized luxury accessible to a broader audience. The team comprises experts from renowned brands such as Nike, Ralph Lauren, and Puma, and is dedicated to transforming the footwear industry by ensuring that inclusive sizing becomes a standard practice, allowing users to walk comfortably and improve mobility.

Locker Lifestyle is a manufacturer of wearable lockers designed to keep belongings safe while traveling or working out in a gym. Their wearable lockers include wrist wallets, pocket headbands, and an ankle locker for keeping all essential belongings. It comes up with a fabric that is sweat-wicking and machine-washable, enabling individuals to secure belongings while having safety, stress reduction, and convenience.

Impact Everything is a business focused on community assistance through the sale of various products, including clothing, accessories, home goods, and bath and body products. The company operates an online platform that allows customers to select from a diverse range of items while also contributing to solutions for pressing global issues with each purchase. Impact Everything emphasizes the importance of social responsibility, enabling consumers to make a positive impact through their buying choices. The company provides multiple contact options, including mail, phone, and a physical address, to facilitate communication with its community.

Skelmet Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the design and production of custom head-worn products, including sunglasses, lenses, nose and temple pads, and carrying cases tailored for various sports such as running, cycling, skiing, golfing, sailing, and fishing. Founded in 2015, Skelmet utilizes advanced 3D Fit technology, which combines 3D scanning and 3D printing to create bespoke items that ensure a perfect fit for each individual user. The company has introduced products like the Falcon I bespoke sport sunglasses, which are lightweight and engineered for optimal performance and protection. Skelmet's offerings cater to active individuals seeking personalized and high-quality eyewear, and they are available for purchase through both physical stores and online platforms. Additionally, the company provides a mobile application that enables users to easily scan their heads and faces, facilitating the custom fitting process in under two minutes.

SunZee is a company focused on revolutionizing the sunscreen application process by introducing an innovative capsule system that allows users to dispense sunscreen directly onto their fingertips with a single hand motion. The sunscreen capsules are integrated into a fashionable wristband, making sun protection both accessible and stylish. This product addresses the growing awareness of sun damage while modernizing how sunscreen is consumed, particularly catering to the needs of busy individuals, including children. SunZee aims to enhance the user experience and promote education on sun protection through its disruptive approach in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors.

invisaWear is a brand that focuses on providing safety through stylish jewelry and accessories, primarily aimed at women. The company develops smart products that can be connected to smartphones via Bluetooth, allowing users to maintain a fashionable appearance while enhancing their personal safety. In times of emergency, these devices enable users to quickly contact friends, family, or authorities and can be located using GPS technology. By combining functionality with aesthetics, invisaWear aims to empower individuals to feel secure and connected, ultimately giving them peace of mind in various situations.

Personal Mattress is simplify how health conscious consumers can satisfy one of the most important basic needs every human has: a healthy good night’s sleep. To achieve this, they combine crowd sourced & the customer’s unique body data to configure and directly sell a “Personal Mattress” via their e-commerce platform to singles & couples. Furthermore, the German engineered & US patented product design allows an easy reconfiguration anytime by only replacing certain elements, if the customers’ body dimensions change. Personal Mattress is the only customizable sleep system that combines crowd sourced & your unique body data to let you sleep healthier.

Energy Harvesters LLC is commercializing a personal electronics mobile power source called the Walking Charger The Walking Charger allows users to charge the batteries in their mobile electronics devices anytime, anywhere just by walking.

Nyopoly is a members-only shopping experience where every price is personal. With Nyopoly, you negotiate your price on the most fabulous finds in fashion, getting coveted styles on your terms. Nyopoly is like walking into a store, grabbing an item off the shelf, and determining your purchase price with the cashier. It's not an auction, and you're not competing against anyone. It's personal. The site is curated exclusively for its members by its merchandising team, bringing new, authentic, and trendy must-have accessories, jewelry, watches, handbags, and more.

ARMHER is a company created by women to protect women from crime. We devoted years to studying the mind-set of criminals who victimize women, and researching the extraordinary selection of personal protection devices (PPDs) available to women. We selected the most effective and affordable PPDs and created four unique “Survival Kits” – each Kit is filled with proven defenses that safeguard women from crimes against their person and their property. From students to seniors, ARMHER is the perfect gift.

Eyedoll Chatter is an application that offers scented eyeshadows, face shimmers, and lip glosses.

Day2Night Convertible Heels created patent pending convertible high heel shoes for women. There are 5 interchangeable heels heights ranging from 1.5 inches to 3.5 inches that can be placed on/ off by simply pressing a button. Day2Night Convertible Heels will allow women to commute from home to the office and from the office to an evening event without ever having to change their shoes.

Day2Night Convertible Heels created patent pending convertible high heel shoes for women. There are 5 interchangeable heels heights ranging from 1.5 inches to 3.5 inches that can be placed on/ off by simply pressing a button. Day2Night Convertible Heels will allow women to commute from home to the office and from the office to an evening event without ever having to change their shoes.