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	In The Soup: VCs Break Down Key Elements for Evaluating Investment Opportunities Posted Yesterday tl;dr Hosts Jenn Summe and Melissa Crosby are excited about their upcoming LiLa meeting on May 15th, despite the stormy weather. They are joined by Dr. Shante’ Williams and Stephanie Simon to discuss how they evaluate investment opportunities. The episode is sponsored by Milan Public Relations and Aligned Technology Group, and you can listen and subscribe to keep up with community news.
	Eight Startups Selected To Pitch For $5K Prize At Grep-a-Palooza 2025 Posted Tuesday tl;dr Grep-a-Palooza 2025 is happening on June 5th at the Durham Convention Center, where eight tech startups from North Carolina will present their ideas in two sessions. Each session will have three investor-judges who will ask questions and give feedback, and attendees can help choose an "audience winner." At the end of the day, judges will pick an overall grand prize winner who will receive $5,000 in cash.
	Monday Mix: State of Tech, LiLa, Book Club, And A BUZZ IN At The Beach Posted Monday tl;dr Start your week with the Monday Mix from The GrepBeat Podcast, which shares news and stories about North Carolina's tech communities. This week, there are several events like the NC Tech Awards and LiLa Meetup on May 14-15, and a GrepBeat Book Club on May 16. You can also check the community calendar for more events and listen to the podcast for updates.
	Charlotte’s Meridian Helps Golfers Perfect Their Putting With Computer Vision Posted May 9, 2025 tl;dr A few years ago, Josh Kohn, who used to be an Army Ranger, wanted to improve his golf putting skills but found the equipment too expensive, so he started a company called Meridian to solve this problem. With the help of Cody Phillips, they created technology that uses a smartphone camera to analyze putting without needing costly equipment. Meridian’s app is like a fun game, making it easy and engaging for golfers to improve their skills, and it's free to download with options for subscriptions.
	Friday Fix: Beam Dynamics, The Land Of Can, And Meridian Posted May 9, 2025 tl;dr GrepBeat.com covers a lot of news about startups and technology, and the "Friday Fix" helps you catch up on stories you might have missed. Hosted by David Schwartz, it highlights the week's key stories, like a feature on Beam Dynamics, advice for founders using outsourced development teams, and profiles on The Land Of Can and Meridian. You can listen to the full show and subscribe to The GrepBeat Podcast to stay updated on all the latest news.
	Durham-Based The Land of Can Empowers Children Through Health Books Posted May 8, 2025 tl;dr Riya Jain felt misunderstood because of her food allergies, so she created "The Land of Can," a series of illustrated books that help kids with health conditions feel empowered. The books mix fun stories with expert health advice, teaching kids to have a positive attitude about their conditions. Riya's project has grown to include partnerships with over 500 schools and plans for games and a TV show to reach even more kids.
	In The Soup: How Can a Founder Effectively Use a Development Shop Posted May 7, 2025 tl;dr Jenn Summe and Melissa Crosby are excited about summer coming, even with the hot Carolina weather, and remind everyone to thank teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week. They discuss whether founders should hire outside development teams, with guests David Baxter and Scott McQuiggan sharing their insights. The episode is sponsored by Milan Public Relations and Aligned Technology Group, and listeners are encouraged to subscribe to The GrepBeat Podcast.
	Winston-Salem’s Beam Dynamics Helps Entertainment Venues Get Organized Posted May 6, 2025 tl;dr David Kaszycki and Ryan DeMars started Beam Dynamics in 2020 to help sports arenas and concert venues manage their equipment and teams more efficiently with a single software platform. Beam works with big clients like the Carolina Hurricanes and Amazon Prime, and their software combines multiple management tools into one to save time and money. Their products, Beam Manage, Beam Integrate, and Beam Insights, help organize resources, provide support, and connect with manufacturers for updates, making venue management easier and more effective.
	Monday Mix: Age Of AI, Charlotte Ecosystem, & Deadlines For FCAT & Grep-a-Palooza Posted May 5, 2025 tl;dr Start your week by listening to the Monday Mix, part of The GrepBeat Podcast, where you can learn about upcoming tech events and news in North Carolina. This week, important events include a discussion on AI and robotics, and deadlines for applying to the FCAT Fellowship and Grep-a-Palooza. You can also check their community calendar for more events and listen to the podcast on your phone every Monday.
	Charlotte-Based Our Day Helps Event Planners Find Perfect Vendors Posted May 2, 2025 tl;dr Bryn Khoury created Our Day after being frustrated with finding wedding vendors for her own wedding. Our Day is a platform that helps people planning events connect with vendors like caterers and photographers, making it easier and more efficient by allowing users to post specific needs and budgets. The service is free for event planners, while vendors can choose between a subscription or a commission-based model, and the platform is expanding to help even more people plan their perfect events.

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