[Wilson, NC] – RIoT is excited to announce the launch of the twentieth cohort of the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP XX), welcoming nine startups to the twelve-week program.
These startups, selected from a competitive pool, represent industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and smart cities, and are committed to leveraging data and IoT technologies to solve real-world challenges.
Workshops will be hosted at the Gig East Exchange in Wilson, NC, providing startups with valuable resources to advance their innovative solutions.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the 20th cohort of the RIoT Accelerator Program—and our 6th in Wilson, NC—reinforcing our commitment to driving entrepreneurship and technology-powered economic growth in eastern North Carolina. As a hub for innovation, we’re shaping the future by equipping startups with the resources, connections, and expertise they need to thrive.” said Donald Richardson, General Manager for Greenlight Community Broadband.
Greenlight, Wilson’s community-owned fiber-optic network and North Carolina’s first gigabit internet service, has done more than connect homes and businesses—it has fueled an innovation ecosystem. Revenue from the network helped create the Gig East Exchange, a co-working space where entrepreneurs and business leaders collaborate. This foundation supports the success of RAP in Wilson.
Meet The RAP XX Cohort
CareHome Health Solutions (Wilmington, NC) – CareHome Health Solutions leverages smart, connected technologies designed to minimize medication errors, enhance senior independence, and streamline caregiving.
CircuitSays (Nashville, NC) – CircuitSays designs electronics kits tailored to individual customer needs, guiding learners from foundational concepts to advanced techniques with a comprehensive, step-by-step approach.
Kahmino (Raleigh, NC) – Kahmino is an AI-powered platform that matches individuals and companies with their ideal neighborhoods by analyzing lifestyle preferences, ensuring a seamless and personalized relocation experience.
Little Dipper Interactive (Wilson, NC) – Little Dipper Interactive is an independent game company making cozy games supported by an online community that inspires communication, creativity, and natural restoration.
mytCreative (Rocky Mount, NC) – mytCreative empowers businesses to grow and scale through digital solutions while cultivating the next generation of digital creative professionals.
Scale Social AI (Raleigh, NC) – Scale Social AI utilizes AI to transform everyday customer interactions into high-impact, viral marketing videos—fully automated and optimized for engagement.
Shuttle Works (Carolina Beach, NC) – Shuttle Works is a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) transportation platform that enables businesses and communities to effortlessly launch and manage branded, fixed-route shuttle services with real-time vehicle tracking and stop arrival predictions.
VisionCraft AI (Brno, Czech Republic) – VisionCraft AI revolutionizes movement tracking with an AI-powered computer vision solution, integrating cutting-edge edge-processing sensors and software to deliver real-time precision tracking for transportation systems, movement analysis, and remote physical therapy—optimizing mobility, safety, and accessibility.
X-tra Space (Leland, NC) – X-tra Space provides innovative storage solutions through a peer-to-peer marketplace, connecting users with available space to those in need of storage.
RIoT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) economic development organization, ecosystem builder, and global network of individuals, professionals, businesses, startups, government partners, and organizations, united by a common goal—to push the boundaries of IoT, AI, and Data technology and foster a thriving innovation economy. RIoT facilitates connections within this network, offers insightful education, fosters collaboration through introductions and various events (both in-person and virtual), and supports new technology entrepreneurs and startups through the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP), propelling their technological advancements and business development by providing them with unparalleled resources, mentorship, and access to a vast network of industry experts. For more information, please visit www.riot.org.