Forbes calls them “YC founders with a dash of Canadian kindness”.

Disney dubs them “the new Marvel team nobody’s talking about”.

T-Swift and Travis Kelcie were overhead at dinner saying “super kids”.

But the truth is, you can just call ‘em the “Labs Batch 13 Besties”.

That’s right.

Because if you’re following this newsletter, you’re probably:

• an LOI alumni

• a fan of LOI who wants to see young founders crush it

• an investor that wants to back the best founders in the biz

• or just a startup idea nerd

And tbh, that’s the kinda crew we like to grab cortados with.

So welcome back to the newsletter. Sadly, we can’t hand you a coffee today. But we do have something that’ll make you smile.

Scroll below to get to the goods. 👇

📰 Wanna Meet CBC Dragon’s Den Investor Brian Scudamore Today on our Zoom Call?

In 2 hours, Kyle Moore, LOI’s head of Labs Programming, is hosting CBC Dragon Investor Brian Scudamore (Founder/CEO of O2E brands which is a $500M+ brand) for a fireside chat.

To add more hype into your Thursday, we’re inviting all LOI alumni from the last 5 years to join the call if they’d like. All you have to do is click below or email [email protected] to get the zoom link. When you email Kyle, be sure to include what batch you were part of at LOI so he can verify your slot.

🔥 Meet 100 Founders from Labs Batch 13

• Nicholas Roche and Taya Krohmali are enhancing revenue operations for B2B SaaS companies with addMRR, focusing on bootstrapped and Seed to Series A businesses.

• Kristin Walcott-Dass is promoting inclusivity in beauty with Happy Rudy, a vegan and cruelty-free nail polish brand.

• Sam is creating dual-layered candles with Humankind, focusing on sustainability.

• Ashkan Yazdi Zadeh and Kaz Kazuo Tahara-Edmonds are building a community for students with Intern Insider, a newsletter focused on internships and tips.

• Kareem Abdur-Rashid, Kamal Abdur-Rashid, and Wenli Jia are pioneering cannabinoid production with Kare Chemical Technologies.

• Kinen Ocitti and Samuel Mutumba are improving mental health support with Kuwota, an AI-powered journaling app connecting users to therapists.

• Khaleel Levaughn Pascoe Morris is enhancing social media content creation with Legacy Loading.

• Rehma Khan and Kendrea Sicotte are connecting aging loved ones with technology through LifeTech Care.

• Hussein Tahan, Evan Ferreira, and Joseph Liao are revolutionizing advertising for venues with Local Reach, a platform for monetizing TV commercials.

• Sufal Deb, Marvin Yan, and Denisa Lepadatu are advancing longevity with LongX, focusing on aging biology education and opportunities.

• Natik Aggarwal and Kushank Aggarwal are streamlining operations for startups with MapThis & Prompt Genie, offering innovative tools for mind mapping and prompt management.

• Erin Scott is empowering micro-creators and brands with Mikro Match, a marketplace for authentic collaborations.

• Brenda Okorogba founded Momentswithbren Consulting, focusing on holistic personal and professional development for impactful growth.

• Kieran Lanxon-Whitford is providing digital marketing solutions through Mountain Ash Media, specializing in photo, video, and graphics.

• Morgan Klipper and Dinara Alieva are innovating beauty retail with Muse Machine, placing custom vending machines in high-traffic areas.

• Divy Nayyar and Prithvi Yendapally are enhancing career services with Nexa, a platform for job placement and recruitment.

• Kenneth Kouadio and Shahbek Miru are reconnecting friends with PartyID, an app that prioritizes meaningful interactions over social media.

• Christy Lee and Ethan Alvizo are streamlining patient requests with PatientCompanion Inc., improving healthcare access.

• Procheta Nag and Shubhra Sarker are simplifying 3D modeling for businesses with Polymuse, enabling high-quality content creation.

• Jenn Orr is promoting better-for-you beverages with Popoff, a functional soda brand focused on health.

• Cher Peng and Priyanshu Mahey are enhancing mental health support with Purple Lotus Technologies, matching students to therapists using AI.

• Yash Sundra is educating young adults on finances with QeeWee, a mobile app with bite-sized learning.

• Domenic Pappas is offering holistic grooming products with Quilici Essentials, focusing on pain relief.

• Jessica Dulku and Ola Elkhatib are driving sustainable interior design with reFern, an AI-driven platform.

• Matteo Tanzi is creating unforgettable travel experiences for students with Romme Travel, specializing in cultural immersion.

• Cindy Cui is connecting students with businesses through S2B, providing valuable work experience in social media management.

• Eduard King Haertel, Anirudh Kalia, and Geoff Yuen are making thrifting more accessible with SECND, an AI-driven platform.

• Imam Khalid and Abdullah Abdullah are revolutionizing real estate sales with SellStatic, streamlining marketing for realtors.

• Rachel Neumann is simplifying access to mental health care with Sequin Health, matching clients with suitable therapists.

• Cindy Huynh is enhancing the jewelry experience for women with Shop Cins Creations, offering stylish options.

• Christilyn Arjona is fostering brand-customer loyalty with Sinteli, a platform connecting DTC brands and their customers.

• Max Clark, Molly Long, Annelies Henckel, and Sarah Lacy are promoting at-home rehabilitation with Solace Mobility, a web application that enhances therapy by allowing patients to complete exercise plans and track progress.

• Nishaylan Sainivas Pillay and Jaymon Thomas Mathew are enhancing nightlife experiences with Spotcheck North America Inc., a connect app for planning outings.

• Manan Khurana is guiding students with Survive2Thrive, a podcast helping young adults transition to thriving.

• Alana Bailey and Alastair Odhiambo are simplifying the fashion launch process for designers with Sussed, a digital hub.

• Fareeha Salahuddin is fostering growth with friends through Tessel, a platform for community connections.

• Lucie Soicher is supporting mental health for women with ADHD through The Addy Club, focusing on community and connection.

• Syndel Thomas Kozar is connecting Indigenous people with culturally relevant services through The Turtle Island Wellness Network.

• Rochelle Mueller and Derek Douglas are enhancing public sector training with TrueTraining, delivering personalized programs for growth.

• Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad are providing at-home STI testing with Trusti Diagnostics, connecting patients to care.

• Coby Gruman is making private equity accessible with Venturevest, opening investment opportunities to everyday Canadians.

• Sun Ho Kim is innovating in footwear with Vidar Licensing Inc., creating patented sneakers for better lateral footwork.

• Sergio Plazas and Alan Fung are streamlining financial and legal due diligence with Vistii, offering innovative solutions for businesses.

• Andruly Alpala is bringing traditional Colombian flavor to your home with gluten-free cheese arepas at Arepa's House.

• Adam Wallin Chu is creating a global gym community with Arnii Fitness Inc., connecting lifters and tracking progress through real-time AI support.

• Jake Guy, Arry Pandher, and Madison Guy co-founded Arrow Supplements, a modern wellness brand offering high-quality, certified clean supplements at affordable prices.

• Rachaelle Rempe is transforming skincare with auraiha, focusing on innovative and effective cosmetics.

• Harshit Mulchandani is leading Opportunest, a platform that connects students with curated internships and learning pathways to enhance their careers.

• Arya Dixit and Masumi Vyas are promoting sustainable fashion through Bay6, focusing on ethical practices in the industry.

• Benson Egemonye, Justice Odia, Tamilore Odunlami, and Kingsley Okon are streamlining the creative process with BLENS, an all-in-one platform for creatives.

• Sen Vithy and Ira Chandershekar are connecting clients with top event vendors through Boring Party, simplifying event planning.

• Margaret-mary Chisom Ezeh and Abdulraheem Akolade Ali developed Budgety Technologies, a budgeting and expense tracking software for Canadians.

• Ariella Racco is empowering K-12 educators with CoLab Education, providing collaboration tools to enhance teaching effectiveness and resource sharing.

• Tobi Oladimeji is bridging the gap for small businesses in need of data expertise with DATA FELLOWS, connecting skilled talent with affordable solutions.

• Selvi Sert founded Ditzy, the first healthcare publication tailored for women diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood.

• Seva Losev, Samuel Cadotte, and Abror Kamalov are revolutionizing startup accelerators with DreamLinked, an AI-powered platform to enhance operations and founder experiences.

• Christian Khoury is helping businesses achieve SOC 2 compliance faster with EasyAudit.

• Joseph Chio, Emma Villas, and Hamza Attarwala are transforming retail experiences with Easyfits, enabling virtual clothing try-ons.

• Aqil Raharjo is changing mental health care with Empowerful Creative Labs, offering creative solutions and personalized experiences for recovery.

• Joshua Nanan is integrating exercise into mental health support with FitMind Peel, a transformative program for wellness.

• Daniel Martinez developed GradeAssist, a platform that aids teachers in grading essays more efficiently.

• Jesurun Ramesh is optimizing lubrication processes in manufacturing with GreaseTech, using IoT technology for better maintenance.

• Faith Oloruntoba is innovating group purchases with Groupbuyhive, a platform that connects individuals for bulk buying.

That’s our 98 founders in Labs Batch 13.

Know any of these founders? Drop them a note to say “congrats” or “woah, look at the big shot on this list” to spread some joy their way.

And if your name isn’t on this list but you want it to be next year, click below.

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