Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Research Authority has announced organizational changes that will enable it to provide even more support to the state’s academic research, development, and innovation startups. Under the leadership of Lee MacIlwinen, SCRA’s new chief program officer, the SC Launch program is further regionalizing its support with deployed staff and increased funding and resources […]
Columbia, S.C. – Field Shield, Haruki, Horse Spot, Joules AI, LouLou AI, and X-ION Energy were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority member companies. Atticus Pharma, Carolina Seed Systems, PIVAI, SharpVue, The After Cancer, and VirtueRN received new grant funding. “We welcome these new member companies and congratulate those that received funding” said SCRA Interim President […]
Columbia, S.C. – SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $300,000 in Members HQ. The Charleston-based company has developed a software platform that enables health plan administrators to bring consumerism to healthcare. Members HQ became a SCRA Member Company in October of 2023 and an SC Launch, Inc. Portfolio […]
Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO. Mr. Kirkland has extensive experience in economic development and in the private sector in South Carolina, as well as nationwide and internationally. He most recently served as managing partner at 1818 Consulting Group, a […]
Columbia, S.C. – SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, announces that Sprockets is being acquired by Humanly, along with Qualifi and HourWork. The Mt. Pleasant-based company developed an AI-powered hiring tool designed to improve employee retention and reduce turnover. This acquisition will bring together three strong players to create a comprehensive, end-to-end […]
At SCRA, we believe that strengthening South Carolina’s innovation economy also means strengthening the communities we call home. Our team takes that mission to heart, giving their time and energy to causes that make a real difference. The Upstate SCRA team and their families recently participated in the Greenville Walk to End Alzheimer’s, raising nearly […]
Columbia, S.C. – GrAIded and SimXity AERO were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Alita Technologies, Blotting Innovations, Lucie Medical, and Tiersphere received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the potential to be considered for investment from […]
Last week, SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, brought together founders from across the Midlands for a series of workshops and one-on-one sessions designed to strengthen early-stage companies. The program focused on key areas of startup success, including investment fundraising, capital planning, and financial frameworks to support sustainable growth. […]
Columbia, S.C. – PIVAI, Topline, and UpAhead were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. BIDR, LCIX Editions, and Volare Boats received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the potential to be considered for investment from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch […]
Columbia, S.C. – IOVue and Sharpvue were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations, Qatalyst Health, Tikvah Health and Wellness, Treblehook, Realize Ascent Labs, and Ripple Two received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the potential to be […]