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ATLANTA — Eleven of the 30 early-stage ventures selected for Cohort 5 of the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund are helmed by Robinson College students and alumni. An initiative of Georgia State University’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute, Main Street is designed to propel early-stage entrepreneurs forward by providing them with the opportunity to earn up to $3,000 in seed funding, dedicated coaching, intensive workshops, expert mentorship, access to legal services, and technology resources valued at more than $20,000 for each team.
Meet the Robinson founders and learn about their companies.
Founders
Companies
Adetola Akinnubi,
alumna (B.B.A. ’19)
Devn is a digital marketplace connecting everyday people with vetted financial experts for affordable, personalized guidance—bridging the gap between those needing support and professionals ready to help.
Craig Bravo,
undergraduate, and Prem Parekh, alumnus (B.B.A. ’24)
Fit For a Cookie elevates cookies to gourmet status with handcrafted, uniquely flavored treats and premium service—challenging the notion that cookies are just snacks, not top-tier desserts.
Eric Brown,
EMBA student, and
cofounder Lorne Spencer
SureLink Solutions connects pre-qualified homeowners to contractors, streamlining government program access and eliminating cold leads through a tech-enabled platform with guaranteed, ready-to-quote jobs.
Sherwin Davis,
MBA student
Khord is an AI-powered platform that automates song registration, helping independent artists protect their rights and royalties by simplifying the process across music rights organizations—all in one place.
Aleena Herrod,
undergraduate
House of ASUR creates upcycled fashion, hosts sustainability workshops, and builds community programs to empower young creatives to design consciously, think innovatively, and repurpose materials with impact.
Angel Long,
alumna (B.B.A. ’21)
Chilled Peach serves soulful, homemade desserts made with love—bringing back real flavor, real comfort, and sweet memories. It's more than dessert; it’s a community-centered, Black-owned brand rooted in tradition.
Requan Lott,
Master of International Business student
PivotAI uses AI to translate military experience into civilian resumes and career paths—empowering veterans and helping employers make smarter, more informed hiring decisions.
Casey Patterson,
undergraduate, and cofounder Kevin Pleasants
Alli CBD Marketplace bring trust to the CBD industry by offering source-verified, accurately labeled, and lab-tested products from American family farms—cutting through misinformation and low-quality offerings in the market.
Janae Roussell,
undergraduate
Lavare Facility Cleaning delivers eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning for childcare and commercial spaces—eliminating harmful toxins, improving air quality, and ensuring reliable, high-standard service that protects health and the environment.
Faraz Sunil,
undergraduate
Sunspire helps contractors close more deals with AI sales assistants that instantly follow up, qualify leads, and book appointments—eliminating missed calls, saving time, and keeping calendars full 24/7.
Tiffany Van Meter,
undergraduate
Forks and Followers connects small food businesses with local nano-influencers for authentic, affordable marketing that boosts community engagement and drives effective social media promotion.
Cohort 5 is funded in part by the Truist Foundation, whose support enables Georgia State to expand access to capital, training, and opportunity for founders.
The Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund is part of Georgia State’s broader commitment to innovation, access, and economic mobility—leveraging its position as a national leader in undergraduate teaching and urban research. Since its launch in 2019, Main Street has empowered 86 founders representing 61 companies and has awarded more than $600,000 in non-dilutive funding. Learn more at https://eni.gsu.edu/msesf.
Photo: Cohort 5 of the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund