Edson Student Ventures
To see a list of student ventures supported by the Edson Initiative, select an
award year below.
2007 Ventures | 2006 Ventures | 2005 Ventures
2007 Ventures
Arizona Community Loans
Leverages community partnerships to provide the underbanked with short-term loans and the techniques for debt management and asset building necessary to thrive in our communities. More»
Community SNAP of AZ
Dedicated to ending companion pet overpopulation in the state of Arizona by providing economically under-represented communities with access to low or no-cost spay and neuter services via a mobile surgical animal hospital, with the goal of ending euthanasia as a method of population control for companion animals. More»
Emusicinstruction
Delivers live, interactive music instruction for students of all skill-levels via consumer webcam technology. More»
Protector Personal Money Managers
Provides personal bookkeeping and bill payment services for senior citizens, ensuring peace-of-mind for both seniors and their families. More»
Xenula
Online business and workflow management system that allows companies to manage and automate essential business processes, as well as access data from any wireless device. More»
Eco Imitation
Develops a variety of sustainable products to help reduce solid waste pollution, starting with a biodegradable, compostable drinking straw. More»
Green Cab
Arizona's first sustainable taxicab company, operating a fleet of alternative fuel vehicles to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. More»
Invivoproteins
Develops novel human proteins for medicinal use. More»
PURE
A natural, organic fast food eatery based on a sustainable model, serving a wide selection of healthy foods for people on the go. PURE aims to deepen the local economy by supporting local farmers, as well as following a dynamic business model that is socially, environmentally, and health conscious. More»
Sideline Star
Online. Cheer. Leader. Connecting the cheerleading and dance industry's participants and vendors through an online social network, offering free memberships and paid subscription access to premium features. More»
Sol Cover
Has designed and is patenting an innovative pool cover to increase the temperature of pool water and extend the swimming season. More»
Live Languages
Provides global solutions to foreign language learners by using innovative web-based teaching tools. More»
Thermcool Adsorption Systems
Researches and is developing a solar-powered, small-scale (less than 2 ton) air-conditioning system that will provide cooling for off-grid communities, mobile offices, single-family residences, and military users. More»
TUPO International
A nonprofit organization that uses untapped resources in the form of student and community volunteers to provide healthcare services for resource-limited communities, improving community health and economy and developing leaders in public health.
Watel Solutions Corporation
Developed and is commercializing an atmospheric water generator - a machine that efficiently extracts humidity out of the air to create clean, drinkable water. More»
