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A team specializing in engineering and business earnedÌýthe $15,000 grand prize at the 36th .Ìý

emerged victorious following an impressive final round on May 8, where six teams of student entrepreneurs from acrossÌýthe University System of New Hampshire (USNH) pitched their business plans to a panel of esteemed alums and industry-leading judges. Ìý

Drift-RMT is a renewable ocean data collection device that uses wave motion for self-sustaining power. The team included Kara Wittmann, Riley Desmarais and William Moore from the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, and Paul College student Cameron Vose.Ìý

Ocean surface drifters collect data for climate modeling, severe weather predictionÌýand ocean navigation. Traditional drifters last about 18 months, but many die sooner. The Drift-RMT drifter is projected to last 4-6 years and tackles the issue of marine pollution from its battery-operated counterparts.Ìý

The Drift-RMT team will now focus on theÌýMarine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC)Ìýin Portland, Oregon at the end of May. ÌýÌýÌýÌý

Second PlaceÌý

The accessible nail trimmerÌýtook home the $10,000 second-place prize.Ìý

Trim-Able is the world’s first Bluetooth automatic nail trimmer designed to help people who have difficulty using standard nail trimmers. Trim-Able was created by Kyle Dimick of Plymouth State University.Ìý

Third PlaceÌý

earned theÌý$5,000 third-place prize. Info-P isÌýa revolutionary urinary tract infection detection solution providing continuous, accurate patient data to save healthcare facilities time and money. Ìý

The Info-P team featured UNH nursing students David Brown, Sophie Grondin, Cecilia RobisonÌýand Matthew Harry from the College of Health and Human Services.Ìý

In addition to earning third place, Info-P won the inaugural New Hampshire Impact Award. The award recognizes ventures, regardless of where they place in the competition, that would significantly impact the New Hampshire community and economy if successfully launched.Ìý

Runner-Up TeamsÌý

The three runner-up teams, each earning $1,000, were:Ìý

• : An online platform that provides a centralized location for study abroad necessities, prioritizing organization, connection and affordability through various features. The team included Paul College students Avery Langone, Emmett Roy, Alexander Cruz and Axel Barretto.Ìý
• : A skincare product that provides skin protection against blue light digital exposure while offering a pampering yet convenient experience for women in their 20s and 30s. The team included Paul College students Allison Ivers, Gianna Salvi, Alexandra BonadiesÌýand Delaney Cunningham. Rose Beauty was the People’s Choice Award Winner, earning the team an additional $2,000.Ìý
• : A platform designed to seamlessly ease the transition from university housing to city renting for graduating college seniors. Paul College student Brandon Murphy created the platform.Ìý

Named in honor of Paul J. Holloway, an accomplished business leader and successful entrepreneur, the Holloway competition is USNH's premier business plan competition for undergraduate and graduate students.Ìý

Students from UNH, Plymouth State UniversityÌýand Keene State College are invited every year to compete for cash prizes totaling $40,000.