Are you a Virginia entrepreneur with a great idea in technology or life science? Apply to RAMP In Residence and hone your skills. RAMP is the premier entrepreneurship accelerator in the area and offers a unique blend of world-class resources and tight-knit community support.   Get valuable industry advice in…

The Fall 2025 programing season is drawing to a close, and our newest startups are putting the finishing touches on their projects and pitches while reflecting on a remarkable year. Members of On RAMP, RAMP In Residence, and Exit RAMP have achieved extraordinary growth and deepened their…

Strokes of Genius, LLC is on a mission to bridge the gap in literacy and technological access by designing engaging, and equitable learning experiences through an immersive testing platform. The EdTech company is driven to empower young people—particularly those from marginalized communities—through education, creativity, and technology…

Milkmade is creating a smart device that measures breast milk in real time, helping parents know exactly how much milk their baby is getting. This tool aims to reduce stress around milk supply, support longer breastfeeding, and catch potential issues early. Founder Jenny Lynn Walding is…

The Music Advocacy Project works to support and enable a more transparent and profitable live music industry for independent venues, artists, agents, and promoters. Their AI-powered tools will help predict how successful a concert or event will be by analyzing factors like ticket sales, pricing, competition,…

Back to Eden Infant Formula recognizes that all babies deserve nourishing milk, even when mother’s milk is not available. Founded by Megan and Eric Sanctuary, the startup offers a novel, minimally processed, whole food-based infant formula that is customized to individual infant needs based on age and tolerance. The company…

Anthro Systems Limited is developing custom 3D-printed bicycle helmets that are perfectly fitted to each rider’s head for maximum safety and comfort. Their process uses head scanning and advanced manufacturing to create high-performance helmets, starting with serious road cyclists. Through their tailored protective equipment, Anthro Systems…

Five new companies were accepted into the Fall 2025 cohort of Roanoke and Blacksburg’s premier technology and life science accelerator, RAMP In Residence. The startups represent a range of industries that span infant nutrition, music business, education, and sports safety gear. “The diversity of industries and ideas in this…

Dr. Ryan King is one of Roanoke Blacksburg region’s biggest innovation cheerleaders. He’s been active in the Roanoke Blacksburg innovation ecosystem since 2016 as a graduate student at Virginia Tech. Since then, he’s taken on a diverse array of roles, each one aimed at furthering the regional tech and biotech…