We’re deeply honored to be been named a finalist in Clemson University’s inaugural Military & Veterans Pitch Competition! As a veteran-founded company, this recognition means the world to us. Our mission has always been to preserve the stories that define us by rescuing priceless photos, videos, and films and giving them a safe digital home to share for generations. Grateful to the team at Brook T. Smith Launchpad, Clemson Entrepreneurs, Clemson Alumni Association, and the Frank Blake family for creating space where veterans can transform service into innovation. Thanks to the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs, Clemson University Research Foundation, SCRA: South Carolina Research Authority, the South Carolina Department of Commerce, Catalyst Labs, and the Veterans Business Outreach Center for helping us get here. We’re proud to represent Charleston’s growing tech community, best supported by The Harbor Entrepreneur Center, Charleston Regional Development Alliance, Chucktown Startups, Charleston County Economic Development, DIG SOUTH, Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce and the Charleston Tech Center. We hope to inspire others who believe memories—and missions—are worth protecting. 📍 October 31, 2025 | Clemson, SC 🎥 Watch live: https://lnkd.in/ejJ2-jsT 🧡 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eUd94d7P #HonoringService #CelebratingInnovation #VeteranEntrepreneurs #ClemsonUniversity #HeirloomCloud #CharlestonStartups #DigitalPreservation #MemoryTech #Entrepreneurship #VeteranLed #MilitaryInnovation #ClemsonPride #SouthCarolinaStartups Thanks: Grady Johnson Will Haynie Kaileigh Byrne Craig Kinley Chase Kasper, MBA, RTTP Missy Ryan Penland Chris Gesswein Gabe Salamida Rene Studer - Military and Veterans Banking Expert Larry Baumann Layla Luna Nancy Conwell Page T. Ryan Wilcox Sean McColl Troy Hall, Ph.D. I-CUDE Harold Hughes Shondra Washington Jennifer Sutton Dr. Millicent B. Lann, MBA
Honoring Service. Celebrating Innovation. Thanks to the generosity of Frank Blake and Jennifer Blake, both members of the Clemson Class of 2000, Clemson University will host its inaugural Military & Veterans Pitch Competition on October 31, 2025, at 390 College Avenue, Clemson, SC 29631. This event honors Clemson’s proud military heritage while celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship among our nation’s veterans and service members. $30,000 in total prize money will be awarded to the five winning teams, recognizing their vision, creativity, and commitment to building impactful ventures. A reception will follow the competition to celebrate all participants and supporters. Everyone is welcome to attend. RSVP is preferred but not required: https://lnkd.in/eUd94d7P If you can’t join us in person, you can watch live on Zoom here: https://lnkd.in/ejJ2-jsT For questions, contact Michelle Navis at mnavis@clemson.edu. Congratulations to our finalist ventures: Ruck Sox,Zera Techbridge,CounterSafe,Natur Athletics,Heirloom Cloud Corporation, Kelly Beam,Tyler Renken,Precision Anatomy,Glory EV, and Dandridge Melton (Vertical Growth Farming Systems)