CraftedCV
It all begins with an idea.
Michael Townsend's journey with entrepreneurship began years ago at theClubhou.se, where he found his first mentor and coding job. This year, he returned to pitch at the inaugural No Boundaries competition and earned third place for his Al-powered startup, CraftedCV.io.
A Microsoft software engineer with a master's in machine learning, Michael built CraftedCV.io to solve a pain point he knew well: helping resumes get past automated rejection systems. With early user traction and a working product, he turned to No Boundaries to take the next step.
Through CofounderOS, he refined his business model, clarified his go-to-market strategy, and delivered a compelling pitch that earned him not just funding, but validation and investor interest.
"No Boundaries made it real," he shared. "It helped me see this not just as an idea, but as a real business."
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Pool Protection Technologies
It all begins with an idea.
Garrett Stigall founded Pool Protection Technologies to solve a real-world problem he encountered firsthand—skyrocketing chlorine prices and their environmental toll. His invention, S.A.M., uses ultrasonic technology to prevent algae growth, reducing chemical use by up to 70 percent and saving pool owners hundreds of dollars annually.
After graduating from the University of Georgia, Garrett moved into full-time manufacturing and growth. No Boundaries helped him sharpen his strategy, rethink his market messaging, and connect with founders and mentors committed to building a stronger regional startup ecosystem.
"This community doesn't just cheer you on," Garrett said. "It pushes you to think bigger, connect deeper, and turn a smart idea into something that can actually scale."
GreenCape Health
It all begins with an idea.
Mark Elfers joined GreenCape Health to bring a powerful idea to life helping doctors stay connected to patients between visits through a digital platform that improves outcomes and reduces healthcare costs. Built on years of clinical research by Harvard physician Dr.
Daniel Solomon, their app is now live in clinics across 10 states and backed by leading innovation programs.
At No Boundaries, GreenCape Health earned a $5,000 award and received critical insights that helped the team refine its pitch and prioritize what matters most to funders. Just as importantly, the competition created connections across state lines that reinforced the Southeast as a growing hub for health innovation.
"No Boundaries gave us more than feedback," said Elfers. "It gave us a clearer voice and a regional platform to grow something that can truly improve people's lives.'
S.C.H.O.O.L.S
It all begins with an idea.
At the No Boundaries Pitch Competition, Dr. Valencia Belle won first place and a $10,000 prize for her startup, S.C.H.O.O.L.S.—an ACT and SAT prep program helping students earn scholarships and graduate without debt. The experience provided more than funding. It connected her to investors, sparked new growth ideas, and helped refine her strategy through CofounderOS.
To date, Belle has secured over $1 million in contracts and expanded her reach from the U.S. to Nigeria. She is now exploring corporate partnerships to offer test prep as an employee benefit.
"No Boundaries gave me more than a prize," Belle said. "It sharpened my thinking, expanded my reach, and helped me see how big this business can really become."