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Venture Atlanta Reimbursement Available for SC-based Companies

SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of South Carolina Research Authority, is partnering with the South Carolina Department of Commerce to provide some financial assistance reimbursement for Venture Atlanta Entrepreneur tickets. Learn more and apply for the reimbursement.

SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Company Featured by UpstateBizSC

WAVS Custom, an SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Company, is a Greenville-based startup that manufactures custom-fit ear audio products. It developed a patented, 3D scanning and manufacturing platform that makes custom-fitted in-ear monitors (IEMs) that provide a higher degree of noise isolation for better sound.


Ric Hoke, the Founder of WAVS, started developing the product after administering music therapy to individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and early-onset dementia. He noticed that their headphones would often fall off or fit too loosely on their ears. After seeing how expensive the custom earphone market was, and how difficult it was to be fitted, he dedicated himself to developing a new solution—and WAVS’ patented technology was born. Read more.

SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Company Featured on NPR Radio Show

Graham Bredemeyer, CEO and founder of CADchat, an SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Company, was recently featured on NPR’s SC Business Review. Listen as host Mike Switzer and Graham discuss CADchat, and their recent $200,000 investment from SC Launch Inc. Listen to the episode.

Events

Calendar

The Future of Manufacturing Conference

SEPT 24-25

SCRA is a proud sponsor of this event.

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i4Series: The Business Resilience Playbook: How to Thrive Through Economic Cycles

SEPT 24 @4:30 p.m.

Hear from a panel of experts about what true business resilience looks like in the face of economic shocks.

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Dig South LaunchFest and Founders Ball

SEPT 27 @2:00 p.m.

The event will feature a dynamic lineup of workshops, demonstrations, exhibitors, food trucks, live music, and games. Bring your ideas for brainstorming and join your fellow business owners, founders, and neighbors in this celebration of entrepreneurship and community. The Founders' Ball will immediately follow LaunchFest at the same location and requires a ticket for entry.

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SCRA Alliance Partners, Providing Member Benefits

Learn More About SCRA's Member Benefits

Thank You to

our Visionary, Diamond, Platinum, & Gold IPF Contributors

  • Comporium
  • IAG Group
  • Motley Rice
  • Ameris Bank
  • Carolina Dermatology and Plastic Surgery
  • Charleston ENT and Allergy
  • Home Telecom
  • Jolin Enterprises
  • Dominion Energy
  • Retina Consultants of Carolina 
  • Trident Construction
  • Blair Cato Pickren Casterline
  • BCBS
  • Charleston Oral and Facial Surgery
  • Easley Periodontics, PA
  • Low Country Physician Consultants
  • Sandhills Periodontics
  • The Dermatology Group
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