Maija Ehlinger

Born and raised in Southern California, Maija has been in Atlanta since 2010. She is a graduate of Emory University and the Columbia Journalism School's Lede Program for data journalism.

What Atlantans Need to Know About the New Self-Driving Minibuses Coming To Town In 2026

10 Nov 2025 2 min read B2B

The vehicles provide active monitoring, real-time responsiveness, and comprehensive visibility both in and around the vehicles, designed to help build rider confidence in the safety of autonomous transit.

Meet the Founders and Builders Powering New Orleans

10 Nov 2025 4 min read accelerators

Rather than trying to replicate the playbook from coastal hubs, New Orleans is building infrastructure that plays to local strengths: industry access, capital efficiency, and founder retention.

Meet the CEO Who Turned His Health Journey Into a Platform Helping Over 90,000 People Lose Weight

09 Nov 2025 3 min read B2B

“I think our perspective outside of healthcare is what has allowed us to create an experience that is winning over consumers.”

Atlanta’s pipIQ Launches to Tackle “Shadow AI” Risks Threatening Businesses

08 Nov 2025 3 min read B2B

Atlanta-based pipIQ helps SMBs and startups secure AI use with private, compliant workspaces that protect data from shadow AI risks.

What's In A Seed Round?

06 Nov 2025 4 min read Education

Seed rounds in 2025 are bigger, tougher, and more selective than ever. Southeast VCs like Overline, Cofounders Capital, and Valor Ventures share what they’re looking for...and what founders need to close a deal.