Regional virtual accelerator Propel has announced 13 companies taking part in its winter Validation cohort.
Validation is the first step on the Propel path, allowing participants to validate business ideas with customers using lean startup methodology. Generally, the course is for pre-revenue companies or those making less than $1,000 monthly.
“This is among our largest Validation cohorts to date,” said Propel CEO Kathryn Lockhart in a press release.
“These innovators are tackling some of the most pressing challenges across industries—from sustainable energy and healthcare to education and AI—with groundbreaking solutions that have the potential to make a global impact.”
Throughout the year, Propel offers programming and coaching for pre-revenue and revenue generating companies. The group’s dedicated virtual coaching allows founders to access coaching, content, and mentors from around the world without the time and expense of traveling.
The coming session’s participants include:
Hydro Kars (Founder Karsten Schmitz, Nova Scotia)
Hydro Kars offers conversion kits for medium and heavy-duty trucks to transition from diesel to hydrogen fuel (98% hydrogen/2% diesel) while maintaining the option to revert to 100% diesel.
Triumva-HealthCare (Founder Ismahil Tchagbele, New Brunswick)
Triumva empowers hospital managers with real-time data and intuitive dashboards via its Hospital5.0 platform, enhancing decision-making, patient care, and operational efficiency.
Dockit Digital Solutions (Founders Pete Bradstreet and Leanne Cyr, Nova Scotia)
Dockit offers a customer engagement app for the boating community, enhancing communication between marinas and customers while fostering loyalty and revenue growth.
Alaagi (Sheheryar Khan, Nova Scotia)
Alaagi develops biodegradable bioplastics from seaweed to replace traditional plastics, promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
TRICOAST Education (Founders Dr. Robert Laurie and Dr. Anne Laurie, New Brunswick)
TRICOAST provides assessment tools and resources to support children with developmental language disorders, helping them reach their full potential.
Absinno (Founders Emmanuel Ahiafor, Murad Huseynli, Joel Ducram, Michael Ogbuachi and Farhad Amiri, New Brunswick)
Absinno's AI-powered brainstorming platform enhances creativity with AI facilitation and provides teams with effective brainstorming templates.
Livera Labs (Founder Brenda Armstrong, Newfoundland and Labrador)
Livera Labs develops AI/ML solutions and wearable technology to help women navigate perimenopause and hormone health changes with personalized insights.
Study4AS (Refined Solutions Systems) (Founder Olubunmi Odeyinka, Newfoundland and Labrador)
Study4AS offers an AI-powered training platform for exam preparation, integrating learning, testing, and cohort-focused collaboration for enhanced productivity.
Green Atmosphere Farms (Founder Asja Dillet, Nova Scotia)
Green Atmosphere Farms operates a vertical aeroponic farm producing fresh, pesticide-free leafy greens year-round for eco-conscious businesses.
MyTox (Founder Tara DiCostanzo, Nova Scotia)
MyTox leverages AI to monitor symptoms related to immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), enabling early detection and improving patient outcomes.
NutraForge (Founders Jager Cooper and Garreth Kippenhuck, Newfoundland and Labrador)
NutraForge uses advanced nutrition intelligence to deliver personalized, actionable insights, revolutionizing health outcomes and decision-making in wellness.
HiVanya (Nova Scotia)
HiVanya unifies team data to eliminate interruptions, simplify processes, and enable faster, clearer decision-making for product and engineering teams.
Wow Creators (Founders Cyndhi Nai-Omi and Carrasco Delgado, New Brunswick)
Wow Creators offers ‘Engineering for Kids’ programs for children aged 5 to 13, teaching technical and soft skills that prepare them for real-world challenges.
