Member Success
AI for Boomers
Members Noah Kruthaupt and Andy Robbins wrote AI for Boomers to teach the older generations the basics of AI as a tool, in hopes of giving them independence, protecting them from scams, and making their lives simpler. It’s now published on Amazon and trending towards a Best Seller title.
Sparkli
Members Zach Carlo and Andy Robbins built an app to provide an extensive collection of dates on a user-friendly, searchable database that’s tailor-made to suit user preferences and circumstances, all at no cost.
My Future Self
Built by members Giancarlo Sarti and Kaya Hickin, My Future Self is an app built for life transformation, grounded in neuroscience & psychology to help users develop and execute on personal goals to be the best version of themselves.
Peace Pizza
Built and operated by member Max Rohs, peace pizza is a student ran pizza truck that works to serve high quality food to events of any size.
Other Student Entrepreneurs @ Miami University
Emil Barr – Step Up Social LLC
Emil Barr built Step Up Social LLC from his dorm room, an advertising agency aimed at building social media growth through short form videos. Step Up Social grew to millions in revenue, serving clients ranging from P&G to Hulk Hogan. Until ultimately becoming part of Candid Network in 2024.
Michael Markesbery – OROS
Michael Markesbery & his business partner Rithvik Vinik built OROS. The company uses aerogel technology, which is derived from NASA’s space suit insulation, to produce lightweight and warm outerwear. In 2024, OROS raised $22 million in Series B funding.
Oliver Zak & Selom Agbitor – Mad Rabbit
Oliver Zak & Selom Agbitor met as students at Miami where they built Mad Rabbit a tattoo aftercare skincare brand that creates products to help tattooed skin heal, stay vibrant, and feel good. They appeared on Shark Tank and received a $500,000 investment from Mark Cuban. It is estimated they generate $15-20 million in annual revenue
Tsavo Knott – Pieces
Tsavo built Pieces, an AI-powered developer productivity platform that captures and organizes code context and helps developers recall, refactor, and reuse their work more efficiently. The company has raised $21.5M+ in funding (including an $8M Seed and $13.5M Series A) and has an estimated enterprise value around $67M