RAMP Company Spotlight: Interview with Toni Sperry of Pod Farms
Pod Farms, LLC based in Pulaski, VA, is setting out to address the problems of crop production through hydroponics. Through their patented technology, Pod Farms is working hard to unlock hyper-local food production for commercial grow operations, community grow centers, and home hobbyists. South Carolina native Toni Sperry is…
Read MoreMentor Spotlight: Interview with Hal Irvin
RAMP mentor Hal Irvin is an integral part of the Roanoke Blacksburg technology community, where he leverages his skills as a master connector of people and ideas. At RAMP, Hal sits on the advisory board in addition to working as a RAMP Mentor, where he guides technology and life science…
Read MoreRAMP Expands Offerings with Successful RAMP Fellows Program Pilot
In March 2025, RAMP expanded its offerings to the regional innovation ecosystem with the pilot program of its new RAMP Fellows Program, a 1-month experiential consulting exercise that brought together RAMP alumni companies and MBA students to solve real-life business challenges. The 4-week program brought together RAMP alumni companies…
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