Ryan L. Shelton

Red Alert Group, Inc. provides consulting services for homeland security solutions. It offers intelligence, counterterrorism, cyber security, warfighter support, and weapons of mass destruction (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives). The firm provides security solutions, training, and products for homeland security and global security for mission-critical needs. The company was founded in April 1996 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Pacira Cryotech, Inc. develops novel technologies for treatment of peripheral nerves. Its iovera treatment harnesses the power of cold with the Focused Cold Therapy delivery system and delivers immediate results for both therapeutic and aesthetic applications. The firm’s iovera treatment does not use toxins, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals to achieve results and leaves nothing behind in the body. The company was founded by Lisa Elkins in 2005 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA.

Sony Biotechnology, Inc. manufactures life science technology products and solutions to the global flow cytometry market. The company offers line of flow cytometry products, including the revolutionary Reflection cell sorter, popular Lyt laser system, lab productivity software, and novel reagent solutions. It was founded by Gary Durack in 1995 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Ablative Solutions, Inc. develops and markets endovascular catheters for the treatment of hypertension. It offers solutions for heart failure, kidney disease, metabolic syndrome, and sleep apnea. The company was founded by Tim A. Fischell and David R. Fischell in 2011 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Cerveceria y Malteria Quilmes SAICA y G produces, brews, distributes, and markets beers, soft drinks, mineral waters, juices, as well as isotonics. The company was founded by Otto Bemberg in 1988 and is headquartered in Quilmes, Argentina.

Conduit Healthcare Solutions, Inc. develops and markets software applications. The private company is based in Grand Rapids, MI and has subsidiaries in the United States.

Part of Conduit Healthcare Solutions, Inc., Smart Association, Inc. develops membership-based marketing systems for healthcare providers. The company is based in Roseville, CA. Smart Association was acquired by Conduit Healthcare Solutions, Inc. on November 04, 2003.

Covidien LP manufactures and distributes medical devices. Its products include disposable medical supplies, monitoring equipment, innovative wound closure products, advanced surgical devices, medical instruments and bulk analgesic pharmaceuticals. The company is headquartered in Mansfield, MA.

Sutherland Global Services, Inc. is a igital transformation company, which engages in the provision of business process and technology management services. Its services include digital, customer engagement, and business process transformation. The company was founded by Dilip R. Vellodi in 1986 and is headquartered in Pittsford, NY.

FMR LLC engages in the provision of financial and investment services. It offers financial planning and advice, wealth management, retirement plans, trading and brokerage services, and investment products. The company was founded by Edward C. Johnson II in 1946 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, Inc. provides band orchestra actors and entertainers and entertainment. The company was founded on November 9, 1956 and is headquartered in Syracuse, New York.

The Michigan Biosciences Industry Association is an official bio-industry association that serves various sectors such as pharmaceutical, medical device, ag-bio, r&d, health IT, and life science logistics. The company is based in Ann Arbor, MI. The association provides cost-savings on business essentials, industry connections and networking, talent support, advocacy, and more. The CEO of the company is Stephen Rapundalo.

Plains Ventures (Plains Ventures) is a venture capital subsidiary of i2E Inc founded in 2002. The firm is headquartered in Oklahoma City.

GA Holding Co LLC (Grand Angels) is a venture capital firm founded in 2004 by Charles C. Stoddard and Craig T. Hall. The firm is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Charter Private Capital Management, Inc. (Charter Private Capital) is a venture capital/private equity, subsidiary of Charter Capital Holdings, Inc. founded in 1989. The firm is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Michigan Accelerator Fund I LP seeks investment opportunities in companies located in the United States, primarily in Michigan. The fund targets companies with strong intellectual properties, large market opportunities, strong management teams, clear path to profits, and scalable business models. It focuses on companies operating in the fields of life sciences technology, advanced automotive, manufacturing and materials technology, homeland security and defense technology and alternative energy technology. It provides financing for seed and early-stage capital requirements with an investment size ranging from $1 to $2 million.

Part of OrangeHook, Inc., LifeMed ID, Inc is a healthcare identity company that enables comprehensive patient identification through its authoritative identity management exchange (AIME). The company is based in Citrus Heights, CA. AIME provides confirmation that patients are accurately known as they travel through the various stages of care, allowing facilities to confidentially welcome patients and successfully manage their identities. The company works with a number of biometric tokens to ensure accuracy and ease of use across the entire continuum of care. LifeMed ID is constantly seeking to optimize the patient experience and improve the efficiency of the provider’s workflows.

Aptimmune Biologics, Inc. develops and markets a portfolio of revolutionary mucosal vaccines. It focuses on swine vaccines and the prevention of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus and influenza. The company was founded by Federico Zuckermann in 2010 and is headquartered in Champaign, IL.

Part of Advanced Medical Technology Association, AdvaMed Accel operates as a medical technology association. The company is based in Washington. The CEO of the American company is Mark A. Augusti.

Xcath, Inc. provides health care services. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Dreampact Ventures LLC (Dreampact) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Luiz Edmond, Pablo Gonzalez, John Guerra, Gustavo Pimenta, Odilon Queiroz and Fued Sadala. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Michigan Capital Network Venture Fund IV LP seeks investment opportunities in companies located in the United States, primarily in Michigan and the Midwest region. The fund target companies operating in the fields of software, advanced manufacturing and life science. It provides financing for seed and early stage capital requirements with an investment size of USD 0.15 – 0.60 million.