Behind the Acquisition: How Construction Tech Startup Ladder Scaled to Success
Now after five years of scaling Ladder, Stewart has reached another impressive milestone for a first-time founder: A successful acquisition.
Maija Ehlinger
What Southeast Startups Can Expect in 2025
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Event Recap: Honoring "The Godfather of Angel Investing"
Along the way, he built up a reputation as a prolific angel investor, earning the nickname as Atlanta’s “Godfather of Angel Investing” with his career spanning decades and boasting a portfolio of over 140 investments.
New Year, New Goals? These Ten Startups Can Help.
The calendar flip from December to January typically comes with the ritual of new year reflections and resolutions. For many, new year resolutions are about a renewed commitment to self-improvement: Reading more, spending less time on devices, decluttering spaces, or fostering stronger relationships
Declutter, Donate, Delight: Startup App Freeya Comes To ATL To Help Locals Shop More Easily Secondhand
“Freeya’s architecture and go-to-market strategy are born out of this cultural moment. We knew that if we wanted to actually help people choose reuse in their day-to-day, we needed to bridge the gap between forward-thinking technology and good, old-fashioned community,” said Kappa.
Tennessee: 5 Startups To Watch In 2025
So as we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to the new year, we are spending some time asking people across the Southeast tech ecosystem for their bold predictions about what startups are ready for the spotlight in 2025.
We Asked, They Answered: Can my startup skills pivot into the corporate world?
“When I was recruiting for a role where every resume looked the exact same, it was refreshing to know that somebody had the skills, but maybe they brought something else to the table,” she added. Showing leadership skills, volunteer work, and other unique experiences are the “things that recruiters