Best start-up companies in Albany, NY

Ollie's Bargain Outlet is an American chain of discount retail stores founded in 1982 by Morton Bernstein and Mark L. Butler with backing from Harry Coverman and Oliver "Ollie" Rosenberg. The first store was opened in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, just outside Harrisburg.

GenMark Diagnostics, Inc. (GenMark) is a molecular diagnostics company focused on developing and commercializing its eSensor detection technology. The Company's electrochemical technology enables detection of up to 72 distinct biomarkers in a single sample. Its XT-8 System has received 510(k) clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and is designed to support a range of molecular diagnostic tests with a compact workstation and self-contained, disposable test cartridges. Within 30 minutes of receipt of an amplified deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sample, its XT-8 System produces results. The XT-8 System supports up to 24 test cartridges, which can be run independently, and are targeted for hospitals and reference laboratories. The Company is also developing its next-generation platform, the AD-8 System, to integrate DNA amplification with its eSensor detection technology to enable technicians to place a minimally prepared patient sample into its test cartridge.

A cutting-edge, scalable solution to Americans' increasing demand for local and sustainable food, BrightFarms is pioneering the future of local, low-impact farming. We build, own, and operate local greenhouse farms that create permanent green-collar jobs and deliver fresh, great-tasting produce to homes across the country. BrightFarms' growing methods - a model for the future of scalable, sustainable local farming - use far less energy, land, and water than conventional agriculture. Fast Company recognizes BrightFarms as “One of the World's 50 Most Innovative Companies” and one of the “Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Food” in the world.

Green Gorilla is an international group focused on expanding our world's access to hemp based solutions. We believe that hemp holds incredible promise as a renewable source of medicines, foods, fuel, textiles, plastics, building materials, pulp & paper, and much more. The proper cultivation of hemp and extraction of its many wonderful components will be a positive force to help heal our bodies and preserve our environment. At Green Gorilla we are committed to unlocking this potential, and to making sustainable and ethical choices to protect our planet and our future.

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Lovepop creates unique, laser-cut pop-up cards that unfolds like a miniature surprise. The company sells 3D pop-up greeting cards for every occasion and works with retailers, businesses, and event hosts to make their message pop on custom orders. The company helps customers build and strengthen personal relationships that go beyond the connections common in a hectic, digital world. Lovepop was founded on 2014 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

At RE Botanicals™, they believe that healthy soil creates healthy plants, healthy people, and a healthy climate. Their Pure Organic Hemp Apothecary harkens back to the traditions of plant extract apothecaries. They curate only the highest quality golden full spectrum plant-based hemp extracts from organic US grown hemp. Their founder John W. Roulac's 20-year legacy in hemp and personal commitment to healthy living and regenerative agriculture ensure that they honor the artisan apothecary tradition and deliver purity that meets their ethical standards.

Vatica Health is an innovative healthcare technology company that has developed a unique blend of proprietary technology and clinical teams that enable providers and payers to thrive in value-based care. Vatica's platform represents the next generation of risk adjustment, quality of care, and quality of coding. Vatica is a fast-growing company solving today's most complex healthcare problems with a talented team of disruptors, inventors and change agents who are not satisfied with the status quo and strive to make a difference.

Landmark Health brings medical care to you, like old-fashioned house calls. We offer in-home medical care & chronic care management throughout the U.S.

Alera Group is an independent, national insurance and financial services firm created through a merger of 24 like-minded, high-performing, entrepreneurial firms across the United States. Their Mission is to transform the client experience by providing a greater depth and breadth of tools and resources, education, innovative thinking and constant collaboration. They are committed to enhancing our service offering through national peer collaboration while maintaining their ability to provide our clients the experience and positive outcomes they've come to value.