b'The success metrics since program inception across all advanced industries include:$150.8 MAWARDED$2.9 BINVESTMENTAttracts INFOLLOW-ONCAPITALFOLLOW-ON CAPITAL, SUPPORTS COMPANY 830FORMATION AWARDS5,036State-Funded Grant Program Delivers ROINEW JOBS CREATED Colorados advanced industries play a vital role in the states economicgrowth and stability. They are research and development (R&D) and5,223engineering-intensive companies, contributing to the states thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.JOBS RETAINED The Advanced Industries Accelerator Grant Program, managed by Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), is a critical124source of non-dilutive funding for Colorado early-stage life sciences companies and organizations. It demonstrates a significant return on investment, delivering value back to the state through company creation and high-paying jobs. NEW COMPANIES CREATED788PATENTS FILED2024-2025 BIOSCIENCE COLORADO 47'