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Los Angeles-based Basepaws, a pioneer in at-home genetic test kits for cats, has been acquired by Zoetis, the world’s leading animal health company. Founder + CEO Anna Skaya and her team launched Basepaws in 2017 to offer cat lovers genetic screening tools for the early detection of disease risk in their feline companions.

Aclima Founder/CEO Davida Herzl is on a mission to reduce air pollution in all our communities. On July 6th, the company announced an historic initiative with the state of New York to deploy its mobile air pollution monitoring technology in communities across the state. The data-driven initiative will help lawmakers prioritize emissions reduction plans in the most vulnerable areas and create more green jobs.

A 3-year study conducted by Spring Health examining the effects of employer-sponsored mental health programs on employees and companies has been published in the medical journal JAMA. The findings are conclusive: These programs work, improving employees’ well-being and productivity, and resulting in a healthier bottom line for employers.

Air Protein, a pioneer in producing a plant-less, meatless meat made from elements of the air, closed on a $32 million Series A fundraising round, moving Founder & CEO Dr. Lisa Dyson’s vision of sustainably feeding the planet closer to fruition.

Co-founders Leah Del Percio and Tara Faquir experienced first-hand the stress of settling and administering the estates of deceased loved ones. They started Trustate to help others save time, money and find peace of mind through the process.

Congratulations to Ellevest’s Sallie Krawcheck on your successful Series B raise of $53 million! Ellevest is the first financial company built by women, for women, to achieve this level of success, with a total of $1.44 billion in assets under management (and growing!).

Bitwise Co-founders Jake Soberal and Irma Olguin Jr. have raised $50 million in a Series B round to diversify the tech industry and bring tech jobs to underserved communities.

Furtuna Skin Co-founders Agatha Relota Luczo and Kim Walls are poised to make their luxury boutique skincare line the new standard in the plant-based “clean beauty” space.

In August 2021, Maven became the first and only unicorn in the women’s & family health space with its Series D round of $110 million, supporting Founder + CEO Kate Ryder’s vision for the future of telemedicine and in-person care.

A recruitment and job matching platform that makes it easier for hospitals to find and hire nurses for their critical staffing needs.