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PlantBaby specializes in providing plant-based food and beverages designed for families, supporting children from birth through adulthood. The company focuses on creating a portfolio of healthy, kid-friendly products that are free from dairy, gluten, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives, and artificial flavors. PlantBaby aims to nourish and empower future generations by offering nutritious alternatives that are both delicious and scientifically backed. Their offerings include beverages that serve as nutritious substitutes, ensuring that children can enjoy enjoyable and healthy options throughout their developmental journey.

Buildstock operates as a B2B marketplace for construction materials, aimed at connecting buyers directly with suppliers for bulk purchases in the high-rise and industrial sectors. The company's platform enhances procurement efficiency by providing access to real-time lending options and factoring services for purchase orders. This approach not only improves cash flow and unit economics but also facilitates better pricing, time savings, and data accuracy in material sourcing. By bridging the gap between developers and suppliers, Buildstock aims to streamline the procurement process for large-scale construction projects, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved.

Morf Health is making it 10x faster for healthcare providers to setup and maintain integrations across their tech stack, e.g. easily structure data from patient intake and send to an EHR. We pull data out of the tools they use to deliver care and run the business, unify and normalize the data, and then send it to the tools that need it.

Pow.bio specializes in intelligent fermentation services tailored for industrial and synthetic biology applications. The company aims to transform innovative ideas into profitable products by utilizing continuous fermentation combined with advanced control methodologies. This approach allows Pow.bio to optimize fermentation processes rapidly, resulting in high yields at reduced costs. Their fermentation capabilities range from 1 to 100 liters, accommodating various microorganisms, including bacteria, yeast, and filamentous fungi. By addressing the capacity challenges in fermentation, Pow.bio seeks to empower scientists to develop sustainable alternatives that can compete with traditional, less sustainable practices.

Blind Insight allows organizations and individuals to realize maximum value from sensitive data without sacrificing privacy and security,

Hyfé is a feedstock processing company focused on transforming food waste into valuable chemicals, materials, fuels, and foods through fungal fermentation. By upcycling waste generated in food manufacturing, Hyfé aims to create sustainable, cost-competitive products that benefit various industries. This innovative approach not only maximizes profits for food manufacturers but also helps reduce the carbon footprint of the food industry, promoting a more sustainable future. The company is dedicated to unlocking the full value of crops, allowing for the production of essential goods without reliance on petroleum.

EMTECH is a fintech company focused on modernizing central banks to enhance financial inclusion and market resilience. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, EMTECH provides a cloud-based platform that facilitates the integration of regulatory compliance and central bank digital currencies. Their offerings include digital regulatory sandboxes for collaborative workflows, digital cash solutions, and tools for cross-border currency integration. By developing scalable and resilient digital infrastructure, EMTECH aims to support central banks in improving their operations and adapting to the demands of the Web3 era.

Itselectric specializes in providing curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions tailored for urban environments. The company aims to enhance access to public charging, thereby promoting the adoption of electric vehicles, which contributes to cleaner air and healthier communities. By utilizing a behind-the-meter approach, Itselectric draws spare electrical supply from nearby buildings to offer affordable charging points. This innovative model not only addresses infrastructure challenges but also helps to alleviate environmental justice issues in cities. Additionally, it allows clients to generate passive income while facilitating convenient charging options for EV drivers.

EMTECH is a fintech company focused on modernizing central banks to enhance financial inclusion and market resilience. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, EMTECH provides a cloud-based platform that facilitates the integration of regulatory compliance and central bank digital currencies. Their offerings include digital regulatory sandboxes for collaborative workflows, digital cash solutions, and tools for cross-border currency integration. By developing scalable and resilient digital infrastructure, EMTECH aims to support central banks in improving their operations and adapting to the demands of the Web3 era.

Pod Foods is a logistics and technology-enabled B2B marketplace that connects food brands directly with grocery retailers, catering to both traditional and online delivery platforms. The company has developed supply chain software aimed at streamlining the distribution process of groceries. This software facilitates direct purchasing between stores and food makers, which helps food distributors deliver quality products to retailers nationwide while reducing costs. By focusing on the needs of growing brands and retailers, Pod Foods is positioned to support the evolving landscape of grocery distribution.

Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. The company specializes in developing and producing edible proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs in the food industry. By leveraging artificial intelligence and computational design, Shiru creates enhanced proteins that contribute to sustainable food production. The company's focus on using bioinformatics and precision biology allows it to discover novel natural proteins, thereby enabling clients to replace harmful ingredients with healthier alternatives.

Xata is a fully-managed PostgreSQL database platform. Designed for businesses to build faster, ship reliably and scale infinitely.

Diem is building a social search engine. It’s a dedicated place for people to search, collect, discover and share information, inspired by the way women have been passing knowledge to each other for centuries. Think of it like the best and biggest group chat you’ve ever been a part of, where all the important, silly, quick, private, and frenetic knowledge you share is organized and stored for everyone to benefit from. Diem incentivizes the community to generate content and harnesses this data to build proprietary search algorithms that will enable people to discover, and visualize, the collective knowledge of entire communities in just a few seconds. Diem was co-founded by Emma Bates & Divia Singh in 2020.

Starday Foods is a healthy and sustainable food products company.

Arrange is a consumer platform built on top of a previously overlooked medium: the calendar. Arrange converts inspiration into action by offering a catalog of to-dos and reminders that users can browse, subscribe to, and seamlessly add to their calendars.

August is a lifestyle period brand dedicated to reimagining periods to be powerful.

Elektra Health is a digital healthcare platform designed to support women navigating perimenopause and menopause, addressing the significant challenges many face during this transition. With 80% of women reporting that menopause disrupts their lives due to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and joint pain, Elektra aims to fill the gap in care, as 75% of those seeking help do not receive adequate support. The platform focuses on destigmatizing menopause and hormones through comprehensive education, community engagement, and access to medical expertise. Elektra provides telemedicine services from board-certified clinicians, an evidence-based educational program, and a private community, empowering women to take control of their hormonal health and improve their quality of life.

Tiny Organics Inc. is a technology-driven company dedicated to providing personalized nutrition for babies and toddlers. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York, it focuses on creating a healthier generation of adventurous eaters by offering a wide range of organic, vegetable-first meals. These meals are crafted by neonatal nutritionists and chefs, ensuring they are nutrient-rich and suitable for developmental milestones. Tiny Organics allows parents to easily select meals through an online quiz, with products delivered directly to their homes. Each meal is 100% organic, contains no added sugar or salt, and is designed to provide a maximum of 5 grams of natural sugars per serving. The company has gained recognition in prominent publications and has attracted investments from notable figures in the industry.

Park Place Payments, LLC is a fintech company based in Woodland Hills, California, that specializes in providing comprehensive payment processing solutions for businesses. Founded in 2019, it offers a range of services including countertop terminals, mobile payment options, e-commerce shopping carts, payment gateways, and point-of-sale systems for retail and restaurants. Park Place Payments is distinguished by its professional sales force and in-house service team, which assesses clients' current processing rates, identifies hidden fees, and addresses service challenges within a five-minute evaluation. The company's innovative approach enhances how businesses interact with their payment processors and streamlines payment and workforce-related tasks through its integrated platform.

Raise is a digital platform that simplifies the fundraising process for startups, founders, investors, and law firms. It offers tools to manage corporate structures and equity, allowing users to streamline their fundraising efforts. The platform automates cap table management and securely stores essential legal documents, facilitating future due diligence. By creating a centralized repository for legal and financial information, Raise enables clients to develop data-driven fundraising strategies that clarify company valuation and ownership before and after capital raises. Additionally, it supports the signing of agreements, fostering collaboration between clients and prospective investors to efficiently finalize deals.

Venus Aerospace is a startup aerospace company established in 2020 that specializes in hypersonic transportation. The company is dedicated to engineering solutions that enable one-hour global transport, aiming to connect the world more efficiently and safely. Venus Aerospace focuses on developing rotating detonation rocket engines and high-speed vehicles for various applications, including research, defense, and commercial missions. With a team of experts that includes PhDs, rocket scientists, and engineers, the company addresses significant challenges in aerospace by achieving speeds of up to Mach 9.

Nalu Bio is a biotech company focused on creating cannabinoids through innovative chemical processes rather than traditional plant extraction. This novel approach allows Nalu Bio to produce pure and safe ingredients that are environmentally sustainable, utilizing significantly less land, water, and energy compared to conventional methods. The company's proprietary chemistry platform ensures consistency and quality by generating identical batches of cannabinoids, free from contaminants such as pesticides and THC. Targeting both consumer and pharmaceutical markets, Nalu Bio aims to disrupt the cannabinoid industry by providing a reliable source of high-quality ingredients that meet the growing demand for safe and effective products.

AllSpice.io is a collaboration platform tailored for hardware developers, founded in 2019 and based in Boston, Massachusetts. The company offers a product design management platform that integrates with existing hardware engineering design tools, providing essential features such as revision control and a centralized space for collaboration and design analytics. This platform aims to simplify the hardware development process by automating tasks and enhancing collaboration among engineers, ultimately facilitating more efficient and effective design workflows.

AltrixBio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2019. It focuses on developing therapeutic drugs for controlled gastrointestinal targeting, primarily addressing Type 2 diabetes and obesity. The company's flagship product, LuCI™, is an oral medication designed to mimic the effects of gastric bypass surgery by providing duodenal isolation. This innovative approach aims to replicate the metabolic benefits of bariatric surgery, offering a more accessible and cost-effective treatment option for patients. AltrixBio's mission centers on improving health outcomes for individuals facing challenges related to obesity and its associated conditions.

Lantern is a public benefit corporation that specializes in end-of-life planning services, offering comprehensive guidance for individuals navigating the complexities of managing affairs before and after a death. The company provides free, customized roadmaps that include essential checklists covering crucial documents, account management, benefits acquisition, and funeral planning. Lantern aims to ease the grieving process by equipping users with the necessary tools and resources to handle these challenging tasks, whether they are pre-planning for their own end-of-life wishes or coping with the loss of a loved one. Through its services, Lantern helps individuals proceed with their normal routines while ensuring that all important matters are addressed with care and sensitivity.

Ceremonia is a new modern haircare brand rooted in Latin heritage. It celebrates the richness of Latinx culture, serving the next-gen. Ceremonia brand will be launched this fall.

Kama is a wellness platform that focuses on enhancing the experience of love, sex, and intimacy through its sexual wellness application. Established in 2017, the company is headquartered in London, England, and aims to prioritize pleasure for individuals of all backgrounds, sexual preferences, body types, ages, and genders. The application employs a holistic approach, integrating scientific insights on neuroplasticity with psychosexual therapy, somatic awareness, and ancient wisdom. This methodology allows users to improve their sexual well-being by reconditioning their mind-body connection, fostering a greater capacity for pleasure and more meaningful orgasms. Kama is supported by notable investors, including AlleyCorp, Female Founders Fund, and Raine Group.

EMTECH is a fintech company focused on modernizing central banks to enhance financial inclusion and market resilience. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, EMTECH provides a cloud-based platform that facilitates the integration of regulatory compliance and central bank digital currencies. Their offerings include digital regulatory sandboxes for collaborative workflows, digital cash solutions, and tools for cross-border currency integration. By developing scalable and resilient digital infrastructure, EMTECH aims to support central banks in improving their operations and adapting to the demands of the Web3 era.

Hugh & Grace is a first-of-its-kind, innovative, hormone-safe brand focusing on helping to reduce chemical exposure through thoughtful self-care products. Our products are thoughtfully designed to be free from Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs), and are formulated with high-quality, clean ingredients to help promote skin immunity, resiliency and beauty, naturally.

Foodology specializes in delivery-focused digital restaurant brands, primarily operating through cloud kitchens in Latin America. The company manages over 80 kitchens across Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, and Peru, allowing it to efficiently scale its restaurant concepts. By leveraging technology and infrastructure, Foodology's virtual brands can quickly adapt and expand their offerings while minimizing setup costs. This innovative approach aims to enhance the food processing experience and optimize operations within the kitchen, ultimately streamlining the growth of its restaurant brands.

Lex is a mobile application that provides a text-based social platform specifically designed for womxn, transgender, genderqueer, two spirit, and non-binary individuals seeking to form meaningful connections. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, the app allows users to create profiles, post pictures, and engage in group chats, fostering communities and facilitating the search for friends and romantic partners. By focusing on underrepresented demographics, Lex aims to create a safe and inclusive space for users to connect and build relationships.

Attn: Grace, Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing and selling wellness products specifically designed for women's urinary incontinence. Founded in 2019 by Mia Abbruzzese and Alexandra Fennell, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Attn: Grace offers a range of products, including pads, briefs, liners, and wipes, which are made from innovative, plant-based materials derived from sugarcane waste. The company aims to provide high-performance, skin-safe protection while also addressing the stigma associated with urinary incontinence. Attn: Grace operates primarily online, ensuring discreet delivery and access to reliable information about the condition and available treatment options. As a Certified B Corp, the company is committed to promoting better overall health and wellbeing for women.

Nextmv is a DecisionOps platform designed to enhance the efficiency of optimization AI teams by providing tools for deployment, testing, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), collaboration, and management of decision models. The platform enables developers to create scalable and customizable decision services, including unique API endpoints and integration options with various solvers and modeling solutions. As a globally distributed startup, Nextmv has received backing from notable investors, including FirstMark Capital and YCombinator, along with industry leaders from companies like Stripe, Twilio, and GitHub.

AllVoices Holding Co. is a company that develops an anonymous reporting platform aimed at facilitating the safe reporting of harassment, bias, and cultural issues within organizations. Founded in 2017 and based in Santa Monica, California, AllVoices provides a tool that allows employees to report incidents confidentially, ensuring their anonymity. The platform aggregates data from these reports, enabling company leadership to gain insights into the extent of workplace issues. Additionally, it offers features such as audit-ready documentation and early trend detection, which assist human resources teams in managing incidents more effectively and efficiently. By leveraging real-time data, AllVoices helps organizations identify and address problems before they escalate, ultimately fostering a healthier workplace culture and ensuring that employees feel heard and supported.

The Inside is a home furnishings brand that specializes in providing a diverse range of products for various styles and budgets. Their offerings include furniture and decor for bedrooms, living rooms, dining areas, outdoor spaces, and offices, along with online interior design services. The product lineup features beds, chairs, lighting, wallpaper, benches, desk chairs, and room dividers. The company emphasizes sustainable practices through a supply chain supported by digital printing and made-to-order manufacturing, allowing customers to personalize their selections with a variety of iconic fabric choices while maintaining affordability.

Day Made operates an event management platform designed to streamline the wedding planning process by connecting engaged couples with top venues and vendors. Its curated marketplace enables instant booking and financing options, addressing the complexities often associated with wedding planning. The platform features customizable service packages, integrated vendor calendars, and educational resources, facilitating efficient communication and planning for both couples and wedding professionals. By providing tools that enhance the user experience, Day Made aims to simplify this significant life event for the majority of individuals who experience it.

Goss is a developer of a social gaming platform that allows users to place bets on various events and items based on their personal preferences. The application focuses on providing a fun and engaging experience, particularly for women interested in social and fashion events. Available on both web and mobile platforms, Goss's offering promotes social interaction among users while they engage in gaming activities related to their interests.

Tastemakers Africa is a travel experiences marketplace based in New York City that connects travelers with creative entrepreneurs in various African cities. Launched in November 2018, the platform currently operates in Accra, Cape Town, and Johannesburg, facilitating unique experiences beyond traditional tourism. Since its inception, Tastemakers Africa has successfully booked around 2,000 experiences for over 400 travelers, allowing users to discover local insights and activities during their visits. The company's mission is to enhance the African travel and leisure landscape by offering personalized and culturally immersive experiences that highlight the richness of local communities.

Forerunner develops software aimed at enhancing communities' understanding and management of climate change risks, particularly related to flooding. Their platform provides detailed property-level flood risk information, incorporating geospatial data, regulatory requirements, and elevation certificate information. By offering comprehensive tools for floodplain management, including tracking features for substantial improvements and damages, Forerunner enables government agencies to streamline compliance and outreach efforts. This approach helps communities prepare for the impacts of severe weather and adapt to changing environmental conditions.

Balloon removes bias from group work and decision-making - across teams, both internal and external. Its platform levels the playing field and makes it possible to anonymously surface and prioritize information, feedback, and insights that companies can't get any other way.

Give InKind, Inc. operates a social platform that facilitates support and connection among individuals during times of need. Founded in 2016 and based in Tacoma, Washington, the platform allows users to create customized pages for themselves or others, where they can manage care calendars, wish lists, and donations. It enables the sharing of specific needs with friends and family, who can then provide assistance by sending meals, help, or gifts from afar. Users can also integrate their pages with services like GoFundMe, PayPal, and Amazon to streamline support efforts. Additionally, the platform offers automatic reminders and options for coordinating support among multiple organizers, ensuring that individuals receive the necessary help during significant moments in their lives.

DEV is a community of software developers getting together to help one another out. The software industry relies on collaboration and networked learning. We provide a place for that to happen.their application is open source, meaning you can inspect every little detail of the code, or chip in yourself,they are working to make our platform available for anyone to stand up similar communities in any niche or passion.

Our Place is a company dedicated to enhancing home-cooking experiences through thoughtfully designed cookware and dinnerware. Their product range includes frying pans, side bowls, drinking glasses, and main plates, all inspired by diverse culinary traditions. The company aims to simplify the cooking process while fostering connections among family and friends. By celebrating various cultures and honoring traditions, Our Place emphasizes the importance of shared meals in bringing people together.

Shiru, Inc. is a food technology company based in Oakland, California, established in 2019. The company specializes in developing and producing edible proteins aimed at replacing dairy products and eggs in the food industry. By leveraging artificial intelligence and computational design, Shiru creates enhanced proteins that contribute to sustainable food production. The company's focus on using bioinformatics and precision biology allows it to discover novel natural proteins, thereby enabling clients to replace harmful ingredients with healthier alternatives.

KangarooHealth, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that develops motion-tracking software solutions tailored for physical therapy and post-surgery recovery care. Founded in 2015 by experienced entrepreneurs from Johns Hopkins Medicine and Stanford StartX, the company utilizes AI technology to enhance patient rehabilitation. Its platform enables the tracking of patients' movements, providing real-time feedback for home rehabilitation. By collecting objective measurements and reporting performance to healthcare providers, KangarooHealth facilitates remote monitoring, improving care accountability and patient recovery outcomes. The software allows for personalized health coaching and customized patient engagement, which not only enhances the quality of care but also eases the workload for physicians and helps unlock new revenue opportunities for healthcare providers.

Zubale is a business management platform that connects retailers with independent gig workers to enhance e-commerce operations. By facilitating a marketplace for gig workers, Zubale enables retailers to efficiently manage various digital tasks, improving operational metrics such as fill rates and customer satisfaction. The company has completed over 3 million jobs across 90 cities and 16,800 stores, primarily in Mexico, Colombia, and Costa Rica, with plans to expand further across Latin America. Founded by Allison Campbell and Sebastian Monroy, who possess extensive experience in retail from their backgrounds at Walmart and P&G, Zubale aims to streamline business productivity and extend market reach for its clients through innovative technical integrations.

Aliro Technologies, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in developing cloud-based software for quantum computing. The company's platform provides a hardware-independent toolkit that facilitates the creation of quantum algorithms and applications, catering to developers in the quantum environment. Known for its product AliroNet™, the company focuses on emulating, piloting, and deploying entanglement-based quantum networks that support various applications, including secure communications and distributed quantum sensing. Emerging from NarangLab at Harvard University, Aliro Technologies boasts a team of experts in quantum and classical networking and actively contributes to the advancement of quantum networking technologies. Its users range from utility companies and telecommunications providers to public sector organizations and researchers engaged in building scalable quantum systems. The company collaborates with industry and academic partners through initiatives like the Quantum Economic Development Consortium and the NSF Center for Quantum Networks, while also participating in several quantum networking standards groups.

Live Tinted is a digital community and beauty brand dedicated to enhancing representation for individuals of diverse skin tones. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, the company aims to address the needs of those who feel overlooked in the beauty industry, promoting authentic representation and personal identity. Live Tinted offers a range of versatile beauty products that serve multiple purposes, including color correction, eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick. Their formulations are designed to be inclusive and efficacious, allowing consumers to find personalized solutions that resonate with their unique needs. Through its efforts, Live Tinted seeks to foster a sense of belonging and visibility in the beauty space, moving beyond tokenism to create a more inclusive standard.

Pod Foods is a logistics and technology-enabled B2B marketplace that connects food brands directly with grocery retailers, catering to both traditional and online delivery platforms. The company has developed supply chain software aimed at streamlining the distribution process of groceries. This software facilitates direct purchasing between stores and food makers, which helps food distributors deliver quality products to retailers nationwide while reducing costs. By focusing on the needs of growing brands and retailers, Pod Foods is positioned to support the evolving landscape of grocery distribution.

Mixlab, Inc. is a veterinary pharmacy based in New York, specializing in compounded medications and wellness products for pets. Founded in 2017, the company tailors medication ingredients, strengths, forms, and flavors to meet the specific needs of animals. By offering personalized medications, Mixlab enables pet owners to ensure their pets receive the appropriate care. The company also provides fast delivery services, allowing customers to receive their orders the next day. Through its focus on customization and convenience, Mixlab aims to enhance the health and well-being of pets.

Advekit is a healthcare platform used to make the process of finding a mental health support therapist easy, empowering, and encouraging. The platform helps patients find the right therapist and use their insurance to pay for therapy. It improves access to quality treatment and helps individuals better utilize their mental health benefits and offers a sliding-scale fee structure, which is a variable rate based on a person's ability to pay for treatment, thus helping users in simplifying the process of finding therapists based on their needs, availability, and insurance.

Leo, formerly known as Surreal, is an augmented reality app that allows people to experience advanced augmented reality through realistic animated and 3D objects. The phone camera becomes a portal and tool that allows anyone to augment their world through Surreal. People can customize any surrounding environment into their wildest dreams: expressing themselves in a new mixed reality space, as well as sharing with family, friends and other social outlets. Surreal has hundreds of realistic animated 3D objects. In addition to that, Surreal has special effects like money falling, balloons flying or a rain of roses. People can customize the real world how they want, and whenever they want.

Steward is a plant guidance platform that assists individuals in the cultivation of plants by providing tailored advice. Its application evaluates the unique environmental conditions of a user's home and recommends suitable plants. Additionally, it offers customized reminders for watering and care, ensuring that users can effectively maintain their plants. This service aims to empower plant enthusiasts with specific recommendations, enhancing their ability to nurture and sustain healthy plants.

BrainCheck, Inc. specializes in cognitive health solutions for healthcare and athletic organizations in the United States, focusing on assessment and monitoring of cognitive health. The company offers a mobile application compatible with iOS and Android devices that provides tools for individuals to evaluate their cognitive health, particularly concerning issues like concussions and memory changes. This application facilitates the connection between patients and care teams in the concussion and dementia sectors. Users can access interactive tests and screening tools via any mobile device or web browser, allowing for immediate assessment of brain health. Clinicians can track significant changes in cognitive health and share results with patients, thereby enhancing decision-making regarding cognitive health concerns. Founded in 2013, BrainCheck is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Atomos Space is an aerospace company founded in 2018 and located in Denver, Colorado. It specializes in the development of orbital transfer vehicles and space nuclear technology. The company's vehicles are designed to enhance maneuverability and create a sustainable orbital environment, which allows satellite operators to significantly lower their costs for reaching their intended destinations in space. By making various orbits more accessible, Atomos aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of satellite deployment and operations.

Chief, founded in 2019 by Carolyn Childers and Lindsay Kaplan, is the largest community of senior women executives in the United States, representing over 10,000 organizations and 77% of Fortune 100 companies. The organization primarily focuses on supporting women in leadership through a membership model that offers a variety of services including one-on-one and peer group executive coaching, programming on pressing business issues, and access to a vast network of connections. Members benefit from personalized coaching tailored to their leadership needs and can participate in engaging events such as roundtable discussions and local conferences. Chief also provides elegant clubhouse locations in major cities for members to meet and network, as well as partnerships with organizations to facilitate in-person connections for those outside clubhouse areas. Additionally, Chief has implemented a grant program aimed at reducing financial barriers for executives facing identity-based inequity, contributing nearly $10 million in grants since its inception. The organization has received recognition from TIME and Fast Company for its influence and innovation in supporting women leaders.

Re:Store is a co-working and retail space located in San Francisco, California, designed for popular online brands and independent designers. The company provides a shared storefront where small brands can pay a monthly fee to showcase and sell their products. In addition to retail space, Re:Store offers inventory services and co-working facilities, facilitating a collaborative environment for brands to engage with customers. Operating as a subsidiary of b8ta, Inc., Re:Store focuses on creating a unique retail experience that emphasizes interaction between makers and consumers, reflecting the evolving landscape of retail.

SnappyScreen is a touchless sunscreen application system that focuses on the manual application of sunscreen. It is a completely weatherproof system that withstands extreme climates from desert locations to tropical locations. The company's data-tracking system allows owners to monitor SnappyScreen usage in real time, providing them with better analytics about their guests.

Live Tinted is a digital community and beauty brand dedicated to enhancing representation for individuals of diverse skin tones. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, the company aims to address the needs of those who feel overlooked in the beauty industry, promoting authentic representation and personal identity. Live Tinted offers a range of versatile beauty products that serve multiple purposes, including color correction, eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick. Their formulations are designed to be inclusive and efficacious, allowing consumers to find personalized solutions that resonate with their unique needs. Through its efforts, Live Tinted seeks to foster a sense of belonging and visibility in the beauty space, moving beyond tokenism to create a more inclusive standard.

Zubale is a business management platform that connects retailers with independent gig workers to enhance e-commerce operations. By facilitating a marketplace for gig workers, Zubale enables retailers to efficiently manage various digital tasks, improving operational metrics such as fill rates and customer satisfaction. The company has completed over 3 million jobs across 90 cities and 16,800 stores, primarily in Mexico, Colombia, and Costa Rica, with plans to expand further across Latin America. Founded by Allison Campbell and Sebastian Monroy, who possess extensive experience in retail from their backgrounds at Walmart and P&G, Zubale aims to streamline business productivity and extend market reach for its clients through innovative technical integrations.

Athena Security, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in developing advanced security technologies aimed at enhancing safety in various environments, including healthcare and educational institutions. The company offers an integrated suite of threat detection solutions, prominently featuring its Weapons Detection System (WDS) that utilizes AI-driven technology to identify concealed weapons and other potential threats efficiently. This system works in tandem with a Visitor Management System (VMS) to streamline visitor check-ins while performing real-time background checks to prevent unauthorized access. Athena's products are designed to provide comprehensive protection, ensuring the safety of patients, students, and staff by offering rapid screening of bags and personal items for weapons detection. The company has successfully installed its systems in a variety of venues, including casinos, schools, and hospitals, while also maintaining offices in San Francisco and an Experience Center in Jacksonville, Florida.

One Step Software Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, specializes in providing software solutions tailored for house managers overseeing sober living environments. The company operates within the behavioral health sector and focuses on leveraging technology to enhance management processes in this niche. As a rapidly growing entity in its field, One Step Software aims to streamline operations for sober living programs, thereby supporting individuals in recovery.

Choosy is an on-demand social shopping platform where users influence every collection to match their favorite style inspirations. Through social tagging and a team of Style Scouts, Choosy identifies and manufactures trend-driven fashion delivered to shoppers in as little as two weeks. It’s the modern-day equivalent of the ultimate window-shopping experience, creating a new generation of social commerce. All looks are designed and produced in-house, so women sizes 0-20 can get today’s most covetable looks without the ticket price of labels. You see it, you like it, we make it - it’s time to #GetChoosy with your wardrobe.

Censia Inc. is a talent intelligence company that specializes in designing and developing a web-based platform that leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance recruitment processes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Fort Lauderdale, Censia's platform transforms traditional keyword searches into multi-dimensional talent models. This innovative approach evaluates candidates based on merit, eliminating human bias in the recruitment process. The Censia Talent Intelligence platform offers various features, including ideal candidate modeling, intelligent passive sourcing, instant candidate comparisons, and talent landscape analysis. By providing comprehensive insights into skills and talent profiles, Censia enables employees and HR teams to make informed decisions, effectively streamline recruitment, and enhance workforce management while significantly reducing the time and cost associated with these processes.

RoadSync, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating an online payment platform tailored for the logistics industry, among others. Since its founding in 2015 and rebranding from MyLumper Corp. in December 2017, RoadSync has developed a payment portal that facilitates instant receipt generation for carriers, brokers, and drivers, while also providing visibility into billing activities and managing recurring transaction emails. The platform serves a variety of clients, including warehouses, repair and tow services, and logistics providers, enhancing their financial operations by streamlining expense management and enabling secure payment acceptance. This automation not only accelerates payment processes but also improves oversight for both payers and vendors, positioning RoadSync as a key financial solution in the rapidly evolving logistics sector. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Riveter, Inc. is a co-working space and community platform based in Seattle, Washington, designed specifically for women and their allies. Founded in 2016, The Riveter offers a range of services including individual office spaces, dedicated desks, and private offices, as well as amenities such as fitness studios and meditation rooms. The company emphasizes the importance of skill development through daily programming, which covers topics from podcasting to investment pitching. Additionally, The Riveter provides event spaces for hosting workshops, classes, and community gatherings, alongside facilities for pop-up retail, allowing members to showcase and sell their original goods. By combining professional workspace with wellness offerings, The Riveter aims to empower women entrepreneurs and foster a supportive community.

Apostrophe, Inc. is a fintech company headquartered in Denver, Colorado, that specializes in providing a healthcare savings platform for self-insured employers. Founded in 2016, Apostrophe negotiates competitive rates for medical services and pays providers directly, enabling significant cost savings that are then passed on to its clients. The company's intelligent health benefits platform is designed to deliver effective benefits at lower costs, offering a plug-and-play health plan that can be easily adopted by self-insured employers of various sizes. Apostrophe primarily serves self-insured employers in rural Colorado and other regions, ensuring that its members receive the necessary support alongside their savings.

Hyr Inc. is a mobile platform that connects businesses, particularly in the restaurant, hotel, and retail sectors, with independent labor for on-demand hourly shift work. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company facilitates the matching of businesses seeking to fill shifts with workers who prefer flexible schedules, allowing them to choose their hours and pick up shifts as needed. Hyr caters to a younger generation that prioritizes time and experiences over traditional employment structures. In addition to providing job opportunities, Hyr offers portable benefits designed for independent workers, ensuring they have access to essential support throughout their careers. The platform aims to streamline the process for both employers and employees, enhancing the overall efficiency of the labor market.

Zibrio is a balance diagnostics company based in Houston, Texas, that was established in 2017. The company specializes in a technology that utilizes insights from postural control and machine learning to detect subtle changes in balance. Originally developed from NASA technology designed for astronauts returning from space, Zibrio's device aims to empower individuals to take charge of their health. By measuring balance and weight, it helps users understand their balance profiles and offers guidance for improvement. The company's mission is to enhance health outcomes, reduce the risk of falls, and promote overall balance and well-being.

Choosy is an on-demand social shopping platform where users influence every collection to match their favorite style inspirations. Through social tagging and a team of Style Scouts, Choosy identifies and manufactures trend-driven fashion delivered to shoppers in as little as two weeks. It’s the modern-day equivalent of the ultimate window-shopping experience, creating a new generation of social commerce. All looks are designed and produced in-house, so women sizes 0-20 can get today’s most covetable looks without the ticket price of labels. You see it, you like it, we make it - it’s time to #GetChoosy with your wardrobe.

Launched in April 2018, Maude is an essentials brand focused on enhancing intimacy for all individuals through high-quality, straightforward, and inclusive products. The company offers a range of body-safe sexual wellness items, including latex condoms, paraben-free lubricants, personal massagers, vibrators, and massage candles. By collaborating with top-tier manufacturers, Maude ensures that its products are user-friendly and designed to elevate everyday intimate experiences. The brand aims to destigmatize and modernize sexual health, providing customers with essential intimacy products that prioritize safety and comfort.

Court Buddy instantly matches consumers with solo attorneys based on budget. Winner of the 2017 American Bar Association’s Legal Access Award, President Obama and Shark Tank's Daymond John's American Entrepreneurship Award, and named the “Priceline For Legal Services” by the Huffington Post, Court Buddy is a legal tech platform that instantly matches people with vetted solo attorneys based on the client’s budget for a-la-carte legal services at flat rates. Once matched, clients can instant message, video chat or call their attorney matches using the ‘CourtBuddy Chat’ app, and instantly make secured payments to attorneys for the legal services through ‘CB Direct Pay’.

Nomiku Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in manufacturing immersion circulators for sous vide cooking. Founded in 2012, Nomiku emerged from a successful Kickstarter campaign for its inaugural product, the Nomiku Immersion Circulator. The company now offers a second-generation device that is both compact and powerful, accompanied by a companion app. This innovative appliance allows users to transform any pot into a temperature-controlled water bath, facilitating the preparation of perfectly cooked meals at home. Nomiku aims to make sous vide cooking accessible to everyone, believing that with the right tools, anyone can become a great cook. Its products are utilized in both home kitchens and restaurants worldwide.

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Court Buddy instantly matches consumers with solo attorneys based on budget. Winner of the 2017 American Bar Association’s Legal Access Award, President Obama and Shark Tank's Daymond John's American Entrepreneurship Award, and named the “Priceline For Legal Services” by the Huffington Post, Court Buddy is a legal tech platform that instantly matches people with vetted solo attorneys based on the client’s budget for a-la-carte legal services at flat rates. Once matched, clients can instant message, video chat or call their attorney matches using the ‘CourtBuddy Chat’ app, and instantly make secured payments to attorneys for the legal services through ‘CB Direct Pay’.

O.School operates a sexual wellness education platform focused on pleasure education. The platform utilizes live streaming technology and moderated chats to create a shame-free environment where users can learn about sexual health and pleasure. It aims to help individuals unlearn shame, heal from sexual trauma, and develop essential communication skills for expressing their desires and boundaries. O.School fosters an inclusive space that supports diverse sexual identities, allowing users to explore and own their desires without fear of judgment. Through its innovative approach, O.School seeks to empower billions of people on their journey toward enhanced sexual well-being.

Clara Labs, founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, developed an online platform named Clara that automates meeting scheduling via email. The service is designed for both enterprises and individual employees, facilitating efficient communication and organization. Clara Labs is recognized for its innovative work in human-in-the-loop natural language processing systems, contributing to the development of a conversational user experience. In 2019, the company was acquired by TopFunnel, which continues to operate the Clara service, while Twitter acquired its research and development talent along with some intellectual property for content moderation purposes. Clara Labs operates as a subsidiary of Third Street Data, Inc.

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The Beans is a company based in the United States that develops and operates a financial planning platform aimed at simplifying personal finance management. The platform provides users with personalized cash flow plans, utilizing an innovative approach that incorporates visual elements, such as dried beans and corn, to enhance understanding and engagement. By leveraging design and technology, The Beans seeks to alleviate financial stress, allowing individuals to concentrate on their passions and goals.

Bountiful is an agtech company founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a platform for yield forecasting and actionable insights for farmers. The company employs advanced technologies, including machine learning, to analyze weather, satellite, geographic, and historical data, allowing farmers to access real-time analytics and yield forecasts months before harvest at various levels, including country, state, region, and field. Bountiful aims to eliminate uncertainty in crop production by providing transparent insights that enable farmers to optimize their operations. Additionally, the Bountiful Marketplace facilitates direct sales between farmers and vetted buyers, allowing farmers to market their products based on precise forecasts through multi-year contracts.