Va Beach Regional
The teams that appeared at this event.
- Hardshell 1 Hardshell is a data-centric AI security platform that enables organizations to safely use their private data in the AI systems they build, buy and deploy.
First place
Andrew Schoka - Where2Wheel 2 Where2Wheel is a marketplace connecting off-roaders with local landowners to expand access to places for Jeeps, trucks and other 4×4 vehicles.
Second place
Brittany Peregoff - Manly 3 MANLY is an automatic tissue dispenser for men’s public restrooms that makes cleanup after using a urinal more hygienic while giving businesses a touchless solution with recurring refill revenue.
Third place, Audience Choice
Denzel Murph - Absurd Snacks Absurd Snacks makes nutrient-rich snacks completely free from the top nine food allergens, making snacking together easier, safer and more delicious.
Grace Mittl - DreamerMade DreamerMade is an AI-powered platform that helps entrepreneurs build and grow businesses with personalized roadmaps created in real time.
Ryan Dean - KleerCard KleerCard is an expense management solution for nonprofits, giving organizations access to credit cards and spend controls without personal guarantees or expense reports.
Adam Alphin - Liquet Medical Liquet Medical’s FDA-cleared Versus Catheter delivers clot-busting medication to treat blood clots in the lungs while giving physicians real-time feedback to personalize therapy.
John Schindler - Octaris Octaris operationalizes data through custom AI platforms and analytical services that help organizations move from data to decision.
Chris Blake - Pod Farms Pod Farms’ greenhouse-ready vertical system uses proven hydroponic principles to deliver higher yields in a limited footprint while simplifying production and remaining automation-ready.
Toni Sperry - VroomBrick VroomBrick uses technology to make buying and selling a home more affordable, equitable and accessible for everyday families.
Leland Remias
Sources
- Hardshell Wins the 2026 Virginia Cup (2026-09-17)
- Startup World Cup VA: Win $1M Prize in Virginia Beach! (2026-03-31)
- Virginia Cup Returns Sept. 17 to Name Virginia’s Champion (2026-06-11)
- Meet the 10 Companies Competing at the 2026 Virginia Cup (2026-09-03)
- Virginia Cup puts Virginia’s top companies on center stage (2026-09-17)
- Virginia Cup: Official Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier
- VA Beach | Startup World Cup