In the latest episode of Scheller Business Insights, Karthik Ramachandran, Dunn Family Professor of Operations Management at the Scheller College of Business at Georgia Tech, explores the classic question: Are entrepreneurs born or made?

ATDC’s Entrepreneur’s Night has become a cornerstone for Atlanta’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, offering young startups a chance to connect, learn, and grow. Launched in response to a strong demand for more networking opportunities, this monthly event provides a platform for startups to engage with fellow entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and established innovators.

When it comes to live events, access remains a persistent challenge. Enter Tickets for Good, a pioneering ticketing platform on a mission to enrich lives and foster positive social impact by making live entertainment accessible to those who serve our communities.

Seekr Navigation, co-founded by Georgia Tech graduate James Mead, is changing how blind and visually impaired individuals navigate complex public spaces. Their innovative audio-based navigation system is designed to provide intuitive, real-time guidance, enhancing users' independence and confidence in environments such as airports, amusement parks, hotels, and more.

Sola Insurance, a new and unique Insurtech company, is redefining how people recover from natural disasters. Sola leverages data and technology to provide transparent, efficient disaster recovery solutions.

Lilypad Health aims to destigmatize menstrual health and care, allowing people to not only talk about their experiences but also access the care they need. Lilypad’s technology is a non-invasive menstrual pad add-on that acts as a collection device to test for health markers such as like Thyroid hormone levels, A1c, fertility hormones, and HPV.

Georgia Tech is launching its inaugural Food and Beverage Accelerator (GT.FBA) program in January 2025, offering an exciting opportunity for passionate food and beverage entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. The program, which will last six months, is designed to help small food and beverage startups take their products from home kitchens to retail shelves, providing a structured pathway from idea to market.

This social media company’s creation was kicked off by a simple tweet: “I have a $47 million idea for you. Let’s talk.”

What if a low-cost, micro-sized patch could provide more accurate and accessible data by capturing acoustic fingerprints of the heart and lungs? StethX Microsystems is revolutionizing hardware for medical device solutions such as wearables. StethX’s acoustic sensor works as a smart stethoscope, picking up acceleration data and using AI or machine learning to detect disease or impending events.

The average U.S. commercial building is over 50 years old, and only the top 25% of all commercial buildings are ENERGY STAR certified. Roughly one-third, or more, of the energy used by buildings is wasted at an annual cost of $150 billion. Joulea, an Atlanta-based startup, strives to modernize and redefine energy efficiency for commercial buildings.

Launched in 1999, Georgia's Yamacraw initiative positioned the state as a tech leader in broadband and semiconductors, ultimately leading to the creation of Tech Square as an innovation hub. Nearly 25 years later, experts like Georgia Tech's Professor Farrokh Ayazi believe a new Yamacraw-like effort is needed to revitalize Atlanta's hardware tech scene and restore its former momentum.

Alex Turley’s journey from a film major to the CEO and co-founder of Matrix Digital Marketing Agency (MDMA) highlights his adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit. After leaving college and working freelance, he saved enough to invest in cryptocurrency, sparking his interest in blockchain.

A person with Type 1 diabetes makes an average of 180 lifestyle choices every day. Whether it's skipping a workout, going out with friends, or staying up late to study, every decision for a diabetic must be intentional. GlucoSense collects information from users' fitness trackers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to synthesize the day's data all into one place, making it easier for diabetics to understand how their lifestyles impact their blood sugar levels.

After a decade-long career as a flight attendant and mother, Veronica Woodruff did not envision herself leading a tech startup — let alone one that could disrupt the entire industry.

In the TSQ ATL Clubhouse in the heart of Tech Square, five 3D printers constantly buzz to create lifelike, plastic arms. Rapid Deployment Medical Training (RDMT), founded by Joseph Ashley and Cole Malenich, helps medical professionals, first responders, and military personnel better prepare for emergencies.