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5 Founders Under 25

Meet five Pittsburgh-area young entrepreneurs who are helping to shape the future with innovative products, trailblazing services and novel solutions to age-old problems.

5 Founders Under 25 from left to right: Tim Marsh, Benjamin Troth, Kate Gallo, Isaiah Rodgers, Luke Gilligan
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They're young. They're creative. And they're driven.

In the profiles linked below, we highlight Pittsburgh Inno's 2023 5 Founders Under 25, individuals who represent young entrepreneurs shaping Pittsburgh's future.

It's a glimpse into some of the visionary minds that are building startups aimed at addressing challenges with novel solutions. Some are looking to challenge competitors in the space directly, while others are building products that will be the first of their kind in their respective area.

As many tech companies have scaled back in recent months, these individuals are focused on expanding their teams and making a lasting impact on the business community. Pittsburgh's next generation of innovators is here, and they are poised to transform the way the world works.

These are Pittsburgh Inno's 5 Founders Under 25:

Kate Gallo, Underdog

Luke Gilligan, Resense

Tim Marsh, Open Labs

Isaiah Rodgers, Clutch

Benjamin Troth, Ember


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