Lafe Bailey

Growing a business can lead you through unexpected detours & the occasional roadblock. NQV8 serves as an experienced guide to get you where you need & want to go, by providing tailored solutions for pet food, treat, & supplement companies in all stages of development. We work with anyone from promising early stage startups to well established companies. Whether you are looking to make a strategic pivot, develop a new product, are unsatisfied with your current business model, or are simply looking to improve operational efficiency, NQV8 is the team to call. Collectively, our team has over 150 years of Pet Industry experience; we have lived in & around innovative pet operations our entire careers. In addition to our team, we utilize validated subject matter experts in all aspects of the pet food industry. Our established relationships with best in class manufacturing & equipment partners can get you to commercialization success fast, with less expense, while setting the stage for long-term, mutually beneficial, relationships that will protect your brand integrity & margins.

Trelus isnt just a platform; its a movement dedicated to empowering business owners. Were transforming the high-stakes journey of exit preparation into a clearer, more navigable path. Imagine a world where navigating your business exit is as intuitive as using Waze for your daily commute. Thats what Trelus offers—a subscription-based digital platform, but with a twist. It’s driven by AI that’s designed not just to guide but to revolutionize the way you approach your exit strategy. This is human-centered AI, created with the mission to do good, ensuring that technology enhances, not replaces, the human experience. With Trelus, youre not just preparing; youre maximizing the value of your business well before the exit sign appears. Our platform provides step-by-step guidance, harnessing the power of AI to anticipate obstacles and pave the way for a successful transition. But it’s more than that—it’s about creating a partnership between technology and human intuition to produce the best possible outcomes. Join Trelus—be part of a movement that ensures every business owner can exit as impressively as they led, supported by AI that respects and enhances human decision-making.

“To lead the Engineering and Construction sectors to adopt Innovative Environmentally Sustainable Solutions based on Polymers” Plaztuff™ is a highly specified polymer sheet has been designed as a replacement or to complement steel, stainless steel, aluminium and fibreglass in a range of applications for a wide range of industry The Plaztuff™ technology is fully commercialised and growing steadily in markets both in New Zealand and offshore Plazrok™ is a manufactured lightweight polymer aggregate designed to replace conventional aggregates in a range of concrete applications. Plazrok™ not only provides a range of benefits to concrete but uses all plastic waste without the need to sort or separate along with a range of other waste product derived from landfills Plazrok™ is now ready for commercialisation, with its manufacturing processes having now been developed and it is now undergoing a lengthy testing regime proving the concept Both these technologies have been developed in New Zealand over the Last 20 years.

Kansas State University, often referred to as K-State, is an institution of higher learning located in Manhattan, Kansas, in the United States. A branch campus, including the College of Technology and Aviation, is located in Salina, Kansas. A third campus, K-State Olathe, officially opened on April 26, 2011 and will be the academic research presence within the Kansas Bioscience Park. Kansas State has nearly 24,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Social Media User Policy at https://www.k-state.edu/social.

Rubicon Scientific specializes in the selection and development of products and processes for the incorporation of actives into daily diets. Rubicon is a joint venture of indviduals and companies who have deep and accomplished expertise in food processing, equipment design; analytical development; pharmacological and therapeutic diet development and manufacturing. This expertise has led to numerous U.S. and international patents and some highly specialized and novel products currently in process.

Field & Stream is the world’s leading outdoor lifestyle brand. With origins dating back to 1871, F&S has taught a nation to hunt and fish, to camp and explore, to survive and thrive in the outdoors—all while leading the charge to conserve and fight for wildlife and wild places. The secret to our longevity is simple: Hunters and anglers love a great story—and nobody tells one better than Field & Stream. In 2024, the legacy brand was unified under the same ownership for the first time in its history. Now embarking on a new chapter, the next generation of Field & Stream includes a return to print, a membership community, apparel, soon-to-be announced experiential brand extensions in the outdoor and music space, and more. For more information visit www.fieldandstream.com

Growing a business can lead you through unexpected detours & the occasional roadblock. NQV8 serves as an experienced guide to get you where you need & want to go, by providing tailored solutions for pet food, treat, & supplement companies in all stages of development. We work with anyone from promising early stage startups to well established companies. Whether you are looking to make a strategic pivot, develop a new product, are unsatisfied with your current business model, or are simply looking to improve operational efficiency, NQV8 is the team to call. Collectively, our team has over 150 years of Pet Industry experience; we have lived in & around innovative pet operations our entire careers. In addition to our team, we utilize validated subject matter experts in all aspects of the pet food industry. Our established relationships with best in class manufacturing & equipment partners can get you to commercialization success fast, with less expense, while setting the stage for long-term, mutually beneficial, relationships that will protect your brand integrity & margins.

Trelus isnt just a platform; its a movement dedicated to empowering business owners. Were transforming the high-stakes journey of exit preparation into a clearer, more navigable path. Imagine a world where navigating your business exit is as intuitive as using Waze for your daily commute. Thats what Trelus offers—a subscription-based digital platform, but with a twist. It’s driven by AI that’s designed not just to guide but to revolutionize the way you approach your exit strategy. This is human-centered AI, created with the mission to do good, ensuring that technology enhances, not replaces, the human experience. With Trelus, youre not just preparing; youre maximizing the value of your business well before the exit sign appears. Our platform provides step-by-step guidance, harnessing the power of AI to anticipate obstacles and pave the way for a successful transition. But it’s more than that—it’s about creating a partnership between technology and human intuition to produce the best possible outcomes. Join Trelus—be part of a movement that ensures every business owner can exit as impressively as they led, supported by AI that respects and enhances human decision-making.

JBT Marel is a leading global provider of integrated technology, equipment, software, and services to the food and beverage industry. Driven by a singular purpose—to transform the future of food—we empower businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. Whether you operate in animal protein, plant-based products, fresh produce, ready meals, beverages, or beyond, we’re here to work with you. We combine transformative technology, applied knowledge, and holistic thinking to solve your most pressing challenges and support your most ambitious goals. JBT Marel unites JBT and Marel, two pioneering companies with complementary strengths. With our combined portfolios, we’re exceptionally well-equipped to provide you with precisely the solutions you need. And with a global team of talented professionals and a presence in over 30 countries, we offer a world of expertise and service excellence. Guided by sustainability and working in close partnership, we’re here to help you make a meaningful difference. Together, let’s transform the future of food.

Faith Driven Investor is a movement dedicated to helping Christ-following investors believe that God owns it all and that He cares deeply about why and how we steward His investments.