SC Launch Inc. Announces Investment in BILDIT

South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested in BILDIT. The $200,000 investment will help the startup continue excelling in the e-commerce market where they’ve created a mobile app that gives customers a premium shopping experience and retailers the flexibility to grow quickly. Read more.

Next Venture Pitch Finalists Announced

Ten startups have been selected as finalists for the NEXT Venture Summit. Three of the ten finalists are SCRA Companies, including Hook Security, ScopeStack, and TestedHQ. These finalists will be featured on stage at NEXT Venture Summit during Q&A rounds with investor judges from all across the country. Learn more.

BabySTRONG featured on MUSC's Innovatively Speaking Podcast

SCRA has been a proud supporter of BabySTRONG since 2019, when it entered the SC Medical Device Alliance for design optimizations. This noninvasive technology is addressing a critical need for our most vulnerable population. Learn more from Medical University of South Carolina inventors. Listen to the podcast.

SCRA's Grayson Dorr Selected to Become Riley Fellow

Congratulations to Grayson Dorr, SCRA investment finance manager, who was one of the Forty-three leaders that participated in Riley Institute at Furman University’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI). 

These leaders were selected through a rigorous application and interview process after being nominated by DLI alumni. They are uniquely positioned to create impact within their organizations and communities. Each class is crafted to reflect the diverse demographics in South Carolina. Read more.