Cathy Barr

Quantech Ltd. engages in system design to increases the productivity, speed and cost effectiveness of the hospital emergency department through 'FasTraQ' a patient treatment information platform. The FasTraQ consists of an instrument that sits on the top of a counter and reads PrePaQ disposable test cartridges developed by the company. Its technology creates surface plasmon resonance in a controlled environment which enables the FasTraQ to detect and transmit information concerning the presence and quantity of certain native and foreign molecules in blood, urine which associated with specific diseases

HTS Biosystems, Inc. conducts genetic-based research and develops pharmaceutical drugs. The American company was founded by Enrico Picozza.

Conventus Orthopaedics, Inc. operates as a medical device company for fracture treatment. It focuses on creating less invasive solutions for fractures in and around the joints. The firm offers distal radial and wrist fracture repair products. Its products include distal radius and proximal humerus. The company was founded by Michael P. Brenzel and Paul J. Hindrichs in 2009 and is headquartered in Maple Grove, MN.

PDS Operating Corp. operates as a biopharmaceutical company. It develops immunotherapies for cancer and infectious disease. The firm’s versamune is capable of potent activation of immune cells without the side effects of traditional vaccines, efficiently delivering disease related antigen targets to the immune system and promoting antigen processing to present antigen appropriately to generate both strong prophylactic and therapeutic immune responses to disease. The company was founded by Frank K. Bedu-Addo and Gregory L. Conn and is headquartered in Princeton, NJ.

Kiio, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes objective measurement and tracking devices for the rehabilitation and physical therapy markets. It offers kiio FLEX, a solution that includes animated routine templates covering multiple phases of treatment for common diagnoses; kiio Wall Gym, an anchor system that allows placement along the continuous track; kiio Caddy, a self-contained work station that organizes and manages multiple lengths of cables and an array of handles; kiio Equipment that includes tools and accessories for clinics, gyms, and homes; and kiio Sensor, a wireless force measurement device. The company was founded by Dave Grandin and Bobby Hinds in 2011 and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Fairview Health Services provides health care services. It offers acupuncture, allergies, asthma, immunology, artery and vein care, athletic training, audiology and hearing aid services, behavioral health, the birthplace, bleeding and clotting disorders, blood and marrow transplant, breast care, cancer care, certified nurse midwives, chiropractic services, cosmetic services, critical care, dermatology, and diabetes care services. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Chumbo Holdings Corp operates an online software store and provides e-commerce and software marketing services. The private company is based in Minneapolis, MN.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

Catholic Charities USA, Inc. provides emergency and social services. It offers networking; national advocacy, media; program development; training, technical assistance and financial support services. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Breaking Ground provides supportive housing services. It offers housing and community development services. It buys dilapidated or abandoned resident hotels and converts them into housing for homeless and low-income adults. The firm subsists on rents and management fees, government contracts and donations. The company was founded in 1990 by Rosanne Haggerty and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Pfizer Health Solutions, Inc. develops and implements health technology solutions. It develops and implements clinical technology solutions. The company was founded on August 3, 2000 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The National Alliance to End Homelessness provides housing facility to homeless. It offers housing first, rapid re-housing, ten essentials, community plan, prevention and diversion solutions. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Interact For Health is an independent social welfare organization dedicated to improving community health. The foundation awards grants to non-profit and governmental organizations for programs and activities that improve health in Cincinnati. The foundation was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

LifeScience Alley provides access to industry leaders, opportunities to build business through education and networking, insights into current trends, regulations, research and emerging technologies. The private company is based in St. Louis Park, MN. Shaye R. Mandle has been the CEO of the company since 2011.

Minneapolis Downtown Council operates as member-supported business organization, which focuses on making minneapolis a better place to live, work, and play. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, Inc., Mercy Health Partners (Ohio) operates acute care hospitals. The company is based in Cincinnati, OH. The CEO of the company is Michael W. Garfield.

American Medical Systems, Inc. manufactures and distributes medical devices. The company is headquartered in Minnetonka, MN.

Ativa Medical Corp. provides medical diagnostic solutions. It offers analyzers that perform critical hematology and clinical chemistry tests; and disposable test cards for trauma, pediatric, oncology and geriatric patients. The company was founded by David W. Deetz in 2008 and is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis strengthens families and works to end poverty and homelessness in the Twin Cities. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Insight Genetics, Inc. engages in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of cancer. It specialize in the discovery, development, and commercialization of companion diagnostics. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Nashville, TN.

Mercy Health owns and operates healthcare facilities. It offers anticoagulation and medication management, bariatrics and wealth management, behavioral and mental health, blood cancer center, breast health, cancer care and oncology, clinical trials and research, colon and rectal surgery, dermatology, diabetes care and endocrinology, ear, nose and throat, emergency care, gamma knife surgery, gastrointestinal, liver and pancreas center, heart care and cardiology, imaging and laboratory services, lung and respiratory care, neurology and stroke care, occupational health, orthopaedics and sports medicine, osteoporosis and bone health, pain medicine, palliative care and hospice, plastic and reconstructive surgery, primary care and family medicine, rehabilitation and therapy, robotic surgery, sleep center, vascular and endovascular surgery, and wound care. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

The BioBusiness Alliance of Minnesota is a bioscience membership organization based in Minnesota. The American company operates as a membership organization for bioscience professionals. The non-profit company was founded by Dale A. Wahlstrom and has been led by CEO Shaye R. Mandle since 2014.

Applied Adhesives engages in the provision of adhesives solutions. It products include hot melt adhesives, water based adhesives, pressure sensitive adhesives, and sustainable adhesives. The company was founded by Skip Jewett and Bob Houston in 1971 and is headquartered in Minnetonka, MN.

Medical Device Innovation Consortium (MDIC) is a collective endeavor focused on realizing the potential of transformative innovation in the medical device industry. The private company is based in St. Louis Park, MN. The company encourages med device companies to adopt advanced technologies such as AI, ML, and IoT to develop supply resiliency, production agility, innovation rigor, and secure medical product supply. MDIC's CFQ program is a dynamic collaborative exchange and engagement of diverse experiences and professional insights in advancing innovation to the forefront of patient safety and accessibility. The company was founded by William A. Hawkins. Andrew Fish has been the CEO of the company since 2022.

HealthEast Surgery Center-Maplewood LLC operates healthcare facilities. It supports primary care and ambulatory surgical services. The company is headquartered in Maplewood, MN.

Enhale Medical, Inc. engages in provision of outpatient technology for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. The company was founded by Francis Papay in 2014 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

Part of Velocitas AS, Ergotest Innovation AS provides fitness services.