# Meet Cohort X

From 21 to 11: meet the Co.Launch tech startups of Cohort X!

## **What’s New?** ‍

This fall, 21 early-stage tech startups were accepted into the Co.Launch program **(2x the usual size)** for a chance to compete for a coveted spot in the [Co.Launch Finale!](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/colaunch-finale-tickets-503697923047)

#### **The twist?**

**‍** Founders have to survive not 1, not 2, but 3 phases before they pitch at the finale! Each phase is a chance for the cohort to develop their startup and prove stronger customer validation, traction, and market potential. Along with the added competition, founders in Cohort X also gain 4 _extra_ weeks of tailored 1:1 mentorship, expert sessions, and dedicated coaches to beef up their company 💪

## **Meet Cohort X**

#### They made it through the first phase, now it’s time to show them off 🌟

##### ‍ **| Adventum Homeschool Quest**  
Founded by Lisa Hamoline & Dawn Epp, [Adventum Homeschool Quest](https://adventumhomeschoolquest.ca/) is an education software platform catered to homeschooling families. Adventum provides parents with the necessary tools to customize and submit homeschool curriculums for Ministry approval.

##### **| Alpha Tech Solutions**  
Founder Alexander Crizzle is streamlining health compliance reporting through Alpha Tech Solutions, a paperless system that automates patient intake and driving assessment procedures for Occupational Therapists.

##### **| Benchmetrics**  
Founded by Dustin Ratzlaff, [Benchmetrics](https://benchmetrics.app/) uses web-analytics to provide real-estate agents with valuable insights on marketing and sales performance within their industry.

##### **| Dark Horse Ag Ventures**  
Founders Tyler Lefley and Garrett Fraser developed [Dark Horse Ag Ventures](https://dhagventures.com/) to simplify data collection and processing for farmers and ag businesses.

##### **| Ethina Lab**  
Founded by Natnael Alemu, [Ethina Lab](https://www.ethinalab.com/) uses the latest innovation in smart tech to provide LightUp Gear® for motorcycle and bicycle riders.

##### **| Gear Tent**  
Founders Nancy Broten and Nathan Evans are on a mission to make outdoor gear more accessible, affordable, and sustainable through Gear Tent, a two-sided consignment marketplace.

##### **| Indigenous Cloud Network**  
Founded by Morgan Bell, and brothers George Parker and Jeffery Parker, [Indigenous Cloud Network](https://indigenous-cloud.com/) is an online streaming platform for Indigenous-made music, and educational materials.

##### **| Koru Experiences**  
Founded by Camille Chartier, [Koru Experiences](https://koruexperiences.com/) offers a creative, minimalist approach to gift giving through their digital, experience-based gift registry.

##### **| N3XTEP Family Law**  
Founded by Beau Atkins, N3XTEP Family Law is a platform for families to connect with expert legal services at affordable prices.

##### **| ParkLynk**  
Founded by Mahoda Samaraweera & Muhammad Yasir, ParkLynk identifies underutilized parkable city spaces using ground sensors.

##### **| Peppermint Technologies Inc.**  
Founded by Koreen Mak, Peppermint Technologies is revitalizing HR practices through [MYNTIX](https://home.myntix.ca/), a mobile learning platform for employee training.

## **_What is Co.Launch?_**

[Co.Launch](/content/co-launch/index.html) is Co.Labs’ free accelerator program for early-stage SK tech startups. Over the course of 16-weeks tech founders receive tailored support to develop their product, prove market validation, and build sales traction.

**The best part?** At the end of the program top startups pitch for $20K in no-strings-attached capital at the Co.Launch Finale 💰 Cohort X will be pitching live January 19th, [RSVP](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/colaunch-finale-tickets-503697923047) before spots fill up!

| This program wouldn’t be possible without the dedicated support of partners at [Innovation Saskatchewan](https://innovationsask.ca/), [University of Saskatchewan](https://www.usask.ca/), and [Prairies Economic Development Canada.](https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development.html) Thank you ❤️