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TearSolutions Inc. is a Delaware Corporation based in Charlottesville, VA. The company has successfully completed a well-powered 204 patient Phase II Proof of Concept clinical trial for the treatment of ocular surface disease in primary Sjögren’s Syndrome patients. Statistically significant improvement in both sign and symptom at two weeks was found. The trial compared vehicle and two doses of LacripepTM, a novel 19 AA peptide that is present in normal tears and deficient in all forms of dry eye. The peptide restores homeostasis to the ocular surface, in particular the barrier function of the corneal epithelium and normal function of sensory nerves at the corneal surface in preclinical animal models. Restoration of epithelial barrier function can be measured clinically as a decrease in corneal fluorescein staining while the improvement in sensory nerve function restores normal production of the components of tears: the aqueous via reinnervation of lacrimal glands, the lipid via reinnervation of meibomium glands and the mucin via reinnervation of goblet cells. Improvement in fluorescein staining and tear production (Schirmer tear test) are clinical ‘signs’ of ocular suface disease that have been used in the FDA approval of Xiidra and Restasis, respectively. Lacripep was discovered at the University of Virginia with NIH National Eye Institute funding as a naturally occurring fragment of the larger 119 AA protein, lacritin, in an unbiased screen for novel factors capable of addressing dry eye. Management team - CEO/President: Anil Asrani - Executive Chair: Robert Dempsey - CSO/Cofounder: Gordon W. Laurie PhD, FARVO - CFO: Colin M. Rolph - Chief Regulatory Officer: Michelle Carpenter JD, RAC - Chief Medical Officer: Marc G. Odrich, MD - Secretary: Mac Thompson, LLD For more information please visit www.tearsolutions.com

Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in London and Bangalore, Dashtoon is at the forefront of innovation in the comics industry. Dashtoon offers two flagship products: the Dashtoon mobile app for comic readers and Dashtoon Studio for comic creators and studios. The Dashtoon mobile app features a curated selection of top-tier webtoons, manga and manhwa across diverse genres, including original comic adaptations of multiple bestselling novels from around the world. By harnessing cutting-edge generative AI technology and forming strategic partnerships, Dashtoon is redefining the traditional comics landscape to offer an unparalleled experience for both comic readers and comic creators.

Brother Justus Whiskey produces small batches of single malt whiskey made from high quality Minnesota malted barley. The founders have strong connections to central Minnesota and the monastery of Brother Justus. The company is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Lexington Bakes is a high-end bakery that specializes in offering consciously made luxury treats. Our products, including fudge brownies, blondies, and cookies, are handcrafted in Los Angeles with a commitment to using only the best natural and ethically sourced ingredients. We prioritize transparency in our ingredients to ensure that our customers can enjoy their dessert knowing they are making a responsible choice. The bakery was founded by Lex Evan, a designer, writer, and self-taught pastry chef.

HOME is a not-for-profit group that offers guidance and instruction for those looking to own, rent, or lease property.

Thaiwala produces a warm or iced Thai tea drink using only natural and non-genetically modified ingredients. The beverage is crafted with organic black tea, Thai herbs, pure cane sugar, organic caramel, natural vanilla, pure cocoa powder, and beta-carotene.

Botany Scientifics is a company that specializes in creating beauty products using plant-based ingredients for wellness purposes.

GCS Fibers produces top-quality mineral fibers and global pulp using environmentally friendly methods and repurposed toxic coal ash.

On a mission to create a cleaner kind of cult that helps people switch from a bad plastic habit to a cleaner refill ritual.

hellowater® is the next generation functional beverage brand delivering wellness in multiple health categories. Through fresh delivery systems, inspiring flavors, great taste and nothing artificial, hellowater fits perfectly into your daily life. Join us in saying goodbye to sugar. hellowater. www.hellowater.com.

Sunday is a subscription lawn care service startup that provides nutrient and soil health plans for garden and lawn care. It incorporates the use of customized planning using climate, soil, and satellite data to deliver gardening and lawn maintenance-related products and services, allowing gardening enthusiasts and lawn owners to design and maintain their lawns in a convenient and hassle-free manner. It was founded in 2019 by Coulter and Trent Lewis in Boulder, Colorado.