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title: "Introducing Blue Startups Cohort 17!"
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# Introducing Blue Startups Cohort 17!

Introducing Cohort 17! We are excited to announce the amazing startups selected for Cohort 17! Each of these companies will take part in a 12 week program of intensive mentorship and business development (July 14 – October 3): 8 weeks in Honolulu focused on customer discovery and product-market fit 3 weeks virtual focused on investor and customer connections 1 week in San Francisco focused on investor connections We look forward to the growth and transformations these companies make in the next 12 weeks towards their paths to success! ­ Cohort 17 Gallery ­ Cross-border between Asia and the U.S. (East Meets West) Hawaii-based or Hawaii-connected Female founded or co-founded Gaming technologies, networks, and communities Business-to-business software solutions Sustainability: responsible consumption, carbon reduction and smart cities Travel and tourism technology solutions ­ Portfolio Companies Stacklist ­ Stacklist turns scattered links into shareable Stacks to create a social curation network of discovery and monetization. ­ Learn more G-SPACE ­ G-SPACE is pioneering the future of in-space manufacturing with the world’s first ML-powered digital platform for microgravity innovation, cutting R&D time, costs, and risks by a factor of 10X. ­ Learn more Bayze ­ Bayze is an AI loyalty and rewards platform that helps franchise businesses drive repeat visits, elevate customer engagement, and increase sales through personalized campaigns, gamification, and data-driven insights. ­ Learn more Cracked Gaming ­ Cracked is a competitive gaming platform that gives everyday players real stakes without financial risk through structured leagues, skill-based matchmaking, and real prizes that make every match count. ­ Learn more Olelo Intelligence ­ AI platform for sales analysis and recommendations that help auto repair shop owners supe-up their sales process and increase revenue $50K–$500K per location annually ­ Learn more TANK & BEAR ­ Creating emotionally intelligent, AI-powered characters that help people grow through story, game worlds, and technology. We see the chance to build a new kind of entertainment company — one that’s beautiful, interactive, and deeply human. ­ Learn more Abra Hospitality ­ Abra is the operating system for guest delight – helping hotels win enduring guest loyalty by systematically wowing guests with hyper-personalized service during their stay. ­ Learn more ­ Advisory Companies A flexible program offering access to Blue Startups’ resources, network, and guidance. Ideal for seasoned founders, companies beyond the seed stage, or those in the ideation phase. Savor Live ­ Operating platform for the specialty coffee industry (coffee roasters and cafes) ­ Learn more Gliss Wellness ­ National telemedicine company serving perimenopause to post-menopausal women providing full-scope gynecological care including hormone therapy, vaginal and sexual health, family planning, longevity and weight management, and urgent gyn care. ­ Learn more Mission Mālama ­ Mission Mālama simplifies influencer marketing for adventure-driven brands and passionate creators who care about impact. This isn’t just a platform. It’s a movement. ­ Learn more Namaka Algae ­ Nāmaka Algae is focused on disruptive technology to lower algae production costs. With experience and data, we are able to understand what is limiting the algae industry’s growth, and are positioned to alter its trajectory. ­ Learn more Social Brick ­ Social Brick replaces guesswork with smart AI matchmaking that unlocks real demand for architects and real access for client! ­ Learn more ­ Community Events Join ThriveHI on July 23 for ThriveHI’s Pitch Karaoke , where early-stage entrepreneurs will present their ideas live to a supportive audience (that’s you!). Whether you’re an investor, potential collaborator, or simply interested in Hawaiʻi’s startup scene, this is a great opportunity to connect, enjoy good food and music, and discover new ventures. ­ Sign Up Here ­ ­ Blue Startups Alumni Job Openings Dataplor: Outbound Sales Development Representative , Senior Sales Executive – Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) & Geospatial Data (Remote) Hostfully: Mid-Level Quality Assurance Engineer, Senior Backend Developer (Java), Senior Frontend React Developer (Remote) Instantteams: Teams Customer Service Agent (Remote)