The journey of a gALPHA graduate is one marked by growth, learning, and boundless possibilities. Over the course of the intensive 4 week program, these aspiring entrepreneurs immersed themselves in a dynamic environment that encouraged experimentation, collaboration, and the cultivation of essential business acumen. From refining business models to honing pitching skills, each graduate embraced challenges head-on, emerging stronger, more resilient, and with actionable next steps on their journey. For that we are extremely proud. 


Join us as we highlight the incredible gALPHA summer graduates who each have unlimited potential and are poised to make a lasting impact on the world.



  1. Dr. Ashley Dash | [email protected] |

Ask: Tech/CTO Support, Mentors who are familiar with start-ups and can assist as a new founder, Business Partnerships non-profit or for-profit organizations that focus on Career Readiness and Pathways to Economic Mobility, Resume Writing and Job Security Resources, Employee Development and Advancement.

  1. Drew Gatch | [email protected]

Ask: A community of hosts is needed to further iterate the product. Connect any car sharing hosts known with HostEdge

  1. Joey Reed | [email protected] 

Ask: Introduction to anyone with MVP building experience. Introduction to more yoga

instructors, personal trainers, and CrossFit instructors

  1. Skip Robinson[email protected] 

Ask:Introduction to Companies that build prototypes. Introduction to Stone suppliers.

  1. Latoya Eaddy-Smalls | [email protected]

Ask: Help with mobile practice vs. retail shop. Help with visibility. Customer reach

  1. Cathy Seraphin | [email protected]

Ask: Continued Customer Discovery. Manufacturing/Assembly Expertise

  1. Jacque Riley | [email protected]

Ask: Continuing customer discovery. Beta group for prototype testing for Celebration Apps.

  1. Allen Brown | [email protected] |

Ask: Introductions to local restaurants to profile & users with diabetes to test the app.

  1. Keith Pittner | [email protected]

Ask: 20-30 BETA TESTERS of Planned Adventure 

  1. Kim Smith | [email protected]

Ask: Introduce Us to Co-Innovators. Connect With Me On LinkedIn.


Do you have an idea and are looking for mentoring and guidance? Take your next step as the future face of innovation in Columbia and apply to gALPHA today!