Wolf Pack LaunchU 2026 Final Pitch Competition
September 10 • Meet the Final 8 and celebrate the culmination of Loyola's summer accelerator as founders pitch live for nearly $50,000 in funding and support.
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Miller 114, College of Business
Loyola University New Orleans
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FreeRSVP HereJoin the Center for Entrepreneurship and Community Development for the Wolf Pack LaunchU 2026 Final Pitch Competition, presented by Dr. Bobby and Lori Kent Savoie.
They've built. They've launched. Now, they pitch.
After a summer of mentorship, customer discovery, business development, and plenty of iteration, eight Loyola entrepreneurs have advanced to the Final Pitch Competition:
Clarity | Joshua Emery '22
Crescent Compass | Jake Azzano '26
Future Pathways Advising | Mia Javadpour '28
Kiah's Coffee | Makiah Bonnette '27
Savvy Socials | Savannah Hanson '27
The Executive Room by Savvy Solutions | Candice Wright '23
Uptown Vending | Max Hemperley '24
YourScholar.AI | Raza Mustafa, Faculty
👉 Get to know the Final 8 and their ventures.
On Thursday, September 10, the Final 8 will take the stage in Miller 114 and pitch live before a panel of judges for a share of nearly $50,000 in non-dilutive funding and support, including the Michelle Gauthier Award for Emerging Food Entrepreneurs.
Doors open at 5:00 PM, with a reception featuring food and beverages. Final pitches begin at 5:30 PM, followed by the awards presentation.
Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, aspiring entrepreneur, mentor, or community supporter, come cheer on this year's founders and see who takes home the 2026 Wolf Pack LaunchU awards.
This event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged.
