Atlanta, GA, June 26 – Palladin Technologies is proud to announce its sponsorship of The Hatchery, a center for innovation at Emory University, further underscoring its long-standing commitment to supporting academia, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This sponsorship exemplifies the company’s dedication to fostering growth and success in the next generation of leaders.
“We are humbled and honored to be a member of the 2025 Georgia Fast 40,” said Brandon Ward, Founder & CEO of Palladin Technologies. “As a proud graduate of Goizueta Business School’s Weekend Executive MBA Program (WEMBA10), I know firsthand the immense value that Emory and Goizueta provide to students and professionals. I am particularly excited to see the incredible potential in today’s students, many of whom are doing exceptional work in fields like AI, entrepreneurship, and innovation.”
This summer, Palladin Technologies will be an active partner in The Hatchery’s Summer Accelerator program, including providing mentorship to its inaugural Palladin Technologies fellow, TheCaseBot.com. Palladin will also provide resources and strategic support to help the Emory students navigate challenges and thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. This partnership is a natural extension of this year’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award, where Brandon Ward was honored for his accomplishments in B2B technology and business innovation.
“Being selected as Palladin Technologies’ inaugural summer fellow through The Hatchery Accelerator is an incredible opportunity,” said Raphael Nelson, co-founder of TheCaseBot.com. “With their support, we are gaining invaluable mentorship. The expertise Palladin is providing will be crucial as we navigate the next steps in our journey, and we’re excited to be part of such an innovative and supportive community.”
“We are honored to be part of The Hatchery’s Summer Accelerator, supported by Palladin Technologies,” said Isabel Horne, co-founder of TheCaseBot.com. “This partnership not only validates our vision for TheCaseBot.com but also connects us with resources and mentorship that are propelling our growth. We look forward to leveraging this opportunity to showcase our venture and contribute to the entrepreneurial spirit at Emory.”
The Hatchery Summer Accelerator is designed to help student ventures like TheCaseBot.com navigate the challenges of building a startup. This summer, there are 14 ventures participating in the 2025 cohort. The program culminates in a Project Showcase Day at the end of July, where participants will present their ventures to a panel of industry experts, and sponsors like Palladin Technologies, whose support is helping to fuel innovation and entrepreneurial success.
About The Hatchery
The Hatchery supports innovators and entrepreneurs from all Emory schools and serves as the university’s epicenter for exploring what’s possible. Students are equipped with the skillsets and mindsets needed to become purpose-driven and effective innovators and entrepreneurs, capable of driving tangible social and economic impact. Located within a 15,000-square-foot creativity and collaboration space, The Hatchery provides mentoring and program support for every stage of innovation—from inspiration and learning to startup launch.
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