The 13th Annual JMH LaunchPad Pitch Competition has officially wrapped! This year’s event was nothing short of inspiring, with bold and innovative student entrepreneurs taking the stage to pitch their ventures in front of a packed audience.
The Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship had the honor of showcasing the next generation of changemakers as they competed for top prizes and recognition. With over 300 attendees in the crowd, the energy was electric as each finalist brought their vision to life.
A huge thank you to our esteemed panel of judges—Audra Stevenson, Danny Way, Shubh Sidhu, Aislinn Grant, and Brad Williamson—who had the tough task of selecting this year’s winners. Congratulations to all the participants for their hard work and dedication!
Thank You
We also want to thank our amazing funders, including returning funders JMH & Co, servus Credit Union, Grant, and Catch Digital and a new funder, in support of the brand new Future Alumni Founders Award, Mount Royal Alumni Relations. Their passion for fostering student entrepreneurship and growth supports the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in providing MRU students with transformative opportunities.
The Winners
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Maverick McCullagh, Tranquility Base Glamping $10,000 JMH & Co. Award, $15,000 Catch Digital Award, $15,000 Grant Award
Tranquillity Base Glamping offers a unique outdoor getaway that blends nature, luxury, privacy, and comfort. Escape the crowds with your loved ones and enjoy a customized retreat designed for relaxation, adventure, and tranquillity—away from the hustle and bustle of Alberta’s parks.
Sunalta Solar provides comprehensive solar energy solutions for small and medium enterprises to leverage unused rooftop spaces for grid-connected solar energy production, providing dramatic cost savings and a sustainable energy source.
Gurj Dhaliwal, Klean Flooring Solutions $10,000 JMH & Co. Award
Klean Flooring Solutions provides commercial property developers with an eco-friendly, sustainable, integrated service provider of flooring combined with pre and post-construction cleaning.
Zahan Syeda, Syeda Beauty $10,000 JMH & Co. Award, $5,000 Launchpad Community Award
Syeda Beauty enhances your natural beauty with innovative lash and makeup solutions designed to celebrate your unique features. Our vegan, cruelty-free products are thoughtfully crafted for inclusivity, effortless application, and long-lasting confidence.
Olin Paulson, Nordik Solutions
Nordik Solutions provides scalable, fully integrated bitcoin mining solutions that allow energy companies to convert excess-produced natural gas into valuable and easily monetized cryptocurrency.
Jared Cappon, Voltage Reboot $10,000 Servus Credit Union Social Impact Award, $5,000 Future Alumni founders Award
Voltage Reboot provides a comprehensive lithium battery service through repair, repurposing, and recycling. We help maximize battery lifespans, reducing waste, and turning potential waste into profitable, sustainable solutions.
Maren Walker & Orin Bailey-Davies, Shapesynth $10,000 JMH & Co. Award, $5,000 Future Alumni founders Award
ShapeSynth empowers game artists with AI-driven tools to optimize 3D assets in minutes, not hours. Built by artists for artists, our technology enhances efficiency while keeping creators in full control.