Peter Blacklow

Playfull is building a world where Play has Purpose. Playfull is an app that uses games and gamification to increase sales at restaurants. Playfull also uses data from its app to provide personalized customer analytics in-real time to help restaurants identify their best customers. Playfull is scaling quickly with top brands like Subway, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, and more as well as top online ordering platforms like Grubhub and Olo. Based in LA, Playfull is backed by top investors from Techstars, MTGx, and McDonald’s Global Digital.

Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Reggora is a VC-backed technology company that is automating the residential valuation process. We’re working to remove the headaches from one of the most labor-intensive and time consuming components of securing a mortgage: the appraisal. Our modern, two-sided platform for mortgage lenders and appraisal vendors streamlines the entire appraisal process to shorten turn times and upgrade the experience for everyone involved. Reggora handles payment processing, appraisal scheduling, automated underwriting, appraisal delivery, status updates, and more, creating unprecedented operational efficiency. Reggora has raised over $45M in funding and is backed by investors Spark Capital and Boston Seed Capital. We’re growing fast and always hiring driven self-starters. Go to reggora.com/careers to apply!

Alyce is the AI-powered B2B gifting platform that’s redefining direct mail, swag and gifts with its scalable, sustainable, hyper-personalized approach to account-based marketing. Alyce builds real, personal relationships that deliver up to twice the named account penetration and drives 5x pipeline versus traditional approaches. Alyce makes B2B gift-giving simple, effective and measurable. Learn more at Alyce.com

The QL Gaming Group (QLGG) is a direct to consumer sports data and iGaming affiliate platform. QLGG operates three consumer facing data/analytics brands: BetQL (for betting), RotoQL (for daily fantasy) and SquadQL (for season long fantasy). QLGG has over half a million users across these products and tens of thousands of paying customers. QLGG holds a gaming license in New Jersey to act as an affiliate to sportsbook operators such as DraftKings, FanDuel, BetStars and more. QLGG has raised $6.3M to date from a great set of institutions and individuals like David Stern and Jim Pallotta.

Auto repair can be a hassle. You don’t know what needs to be fixed, you’re anxious about cost and quality and you don’t have time hunting around for quotes. That’s why we started Openbay: the most convenient way to find, book and pay for auto repair. From routine maintenance to more complex repairs, we make it easier than ever. All it takes is a few clicks and you’re good to go. 1- Enter the basics, like your vehicle info and zip code. 2- Review a personalized list of trusted mechanics near you with accurate service estimates and reliable customer reviews. 3- Choose the option that best suits your needs and book an appointment time. 4- Enter your payment info in our secure system. All you have to do is show up at the shop with your six digit code. We won’t charge you until your service is complete. All businesses on the Openbay Marketplace (dealerships, national automotive service chains, independent shops and mobile mechanics) are backed by our peace-of-mind guarantee. Plus, you’ll earn rewards each time you book. Sign up for free on your desktop, tablet or mobile device today at openbay.com. Read our award-winning blog: www.openbay.com/blog Download iOS App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/openbay/id724979552 Download Google Play App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.openbay.vo Openbay is a venture-backed company with headquarters in Cambridge, MA. Investors include GV (formerly Google Ventures), a16z seed, Boston Seed Capital, Stage 1 Ventures as well as several individual investors. See us in the news: Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo Autos, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, USA Today, ABC World News, BBC, Boston Globe, FOX News, Men's Journal, Reuters and more.

Gamer Sensei is the first mastery platform for competitive gamers who want to win more. Through its patent pending technology that connects players with the world’s largest collection of professional, certified sensei across all major eSports titles, the company provides personalized coaching and skills development to help all gamers reach their next level.

Disruptor Beam turns the world’s greatest entertainment brands into successful games loved by highly connected customers. The Boston-area company connects fans around popular franchises including Game of Thrones, Star Trek and The Walking Dead through story-rich and socially-driven games. Disruptor Beam released GAME OF THRONES ASCENT in 2013, followed by the hugely popular STAR TREK TIMELINES in January 2016 and THE WALKING DEAD: MARCH TO WAR in 2017. Disruptor Beam games can be played across a variety of mobile devices, as well as other platforms including Facebook, Steam, and Amazon Kindle.

Build Fast. Launch Smart. No Limits. Thats Beamable. The game backend platform that helps studios build, operate, and scale live games faster - without reinventing the infrastructure. Whether you’re running a free-to-play mobile RPG or a Web3-powered MMO, Beamable gives your team the tools to launch faster, monetize smarter, and stay in control. Designed for Unity and Unreal, Beamable offers plug-and-play features like multiplayer services, commerce systems, live events, and social tools - all operable by non-engineers through our LiveOps Portal. Beamable also powers decentralized games via Beamable.Network, our DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) built to scale online games with greater performance, security, and cost-efficiency. From indie startups to AAA studios, thousands of developers choose Beamable to ship games, grow communities, and power long-term success.

FamilyID is the leader in secure online registration for schools, camps, clubs, museums, studios and more. FamilyID takes a consumer-driven approach to transform the experience of registering for programs, schools, camps, clubs and activities. Nearly two million families use FamilyID's online registration platform to sign up and pay for programs and activities. For camps, schools, museums or any other program provider, FamilyID is the easiest way to provide the convenience of secure online registration all in one simple, cost-effective solution.

Humanyze is the worlds leading AI powered workforce analytics software that helps enterprises improve business performance and employee retention. Humanyze equips company executives, managers, and data analysts with automated insights that flag human capital risks across the organization, quantify their financial impacts, and recommend targeted actions for improvement. Born at MIT and headquartered in Boston, MA with team members and mid-market to Fortune 1000 customers around the globe, Humanyze is on a mission to help companies drive better people and performance outcomes with AI and people analytics.

Sparx Hockey, inventors of the Sparx Skate Sharpener, is the leading developer and manufacturer of skate sharpening equipment and related accessories for ice hockey, figure skating and sled hockey. The Sparx Sharpener is an affordable, high quality automated skate sharpener that is now used by thousands of customers around the world, including individuals, families, professional and amateur teams, rink operators and retailers. Major retail customers include DICK’s Sporting Goods, Canadian Tire, Scheels, and Pro Hockey Life to name a few. In addition, more than 25 National Hockey League teams are using the Sparx Sharpener and the company recently expanded its distribution to Europe and Russia. The company is focused on building a leadership position in skate sharpening by providing customers with the most advanced, accurate and easy-to-use skate sharpening equipment on the planet.

Its simple, we believe life is more fun when youre in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. At DraftKings, The Crown Is Yours. We are driven by the thrill of the future and the pull of possibility. As an original, continuous gamechanger, we’re shaping the present and future of sports entertainment and digital experiences, leading the way into new markets with new products, and providing the ultimate experience to our customers. Here, we believe in the power and impact that comes from innovation, collaboration, and a winning culture. We’re a strong and dedicated global team of 4,000+ teammates driven to achieve great things. From your very first day, you’ll be part of an amazing culture that welcomes your ideas, champions your growth, and values you for you. Ready to own what’s next?

Drive by DraftKings is a multi-stage venture capital firm investing in SportsTech and Entertainment. Drive's mission is to push the frontier of new markets and categories revolutionizing sports, gaming and media. Founding partners include DraftKings, General Catalyst, Accomplice and Boston Seed Capital.

Playfull is building a world where Play has Purpose. Playfull is an app that uses games and gamification to increase sales at restaurants. Playfull also uses data from its app to provide personalized customer analytics in-real time to help restaurants identify their best customers. Playfull is scaling quickly with top brands like Subway, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, and more as well as top online ordering platforms like Grubhub and Olo. Based in LA, Playfull is backed by top investors from Techstars, MTGx, and McDonald’s Global Digital.

Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Reggora is a VC-backed technology company that is automating the residential valuation process. We’re working to remove the headaches from one of the most labor-intensive and time consuming components of securing a mortgage: the appraisal. Our modern, two-sided platform for mortgage lenders and appraisal vendors streamlines the entire appraisal process to shorten turn times and upgrade the experience for everyone involved. Reggora handles payment processing, appraisal scheduling, automated underwriting, appraisal delivery, status updates, and more, creating unprecedented operational efficiency. Reggora has raised over $45M in funding and is backed by investors Spark Capital and Boston Seed Capital. We’re growing fast and always hiring driven self-starters. Go to reggora.com/careers to apply!

Alyce is the AI-powered B2B gifting platform that’s redefining direct mail, swag and gifts with its scalable, sustainable, hyper-personalized approach to account-based marketing. Alyce builds real, personal relationships that deliver up to twice the named account penetration and drives 5x pipeline versus traditional approaches. Alyce makes B2B gift-giving simple, effective and measurable. Learn more at Alyce.com

The QL Gaming Group (QLGG) is a direct to consumer sports data and iGaming affiliate platform. QLGG operates three consumer facing data/analytics brands: BetQL (for betting), RotoQL (for daily fantasy) and SquadQL (for season long fantasy). QLGG has over half a million users across these products and tens of thousands of paying customers. QLGG holds a gaming license in New Jersey to act as an affiliate to sportsbook operators such as DraftKings, FanDuel, BetStars and more. QLGG has raised $6.3M to date from a great set of institutions and individuals like David Stern and Jim Pallotta.