Pepperdine Graziadio Business School Announces 2025 Most Fundable Companies®

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MALIBU, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 25, 2025--

Pepperdine Graziadio Business School has announced the winners of its eighth annual Most Fundable Companies® List —14 startups chosen from a record pool of more than 2,300 applicants nationwide. These companies represent some of the nation’s most promising ventures in healthcare, sustainable housing, transportation, clean energy, consumer products, and advanced technology.

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“The Most Fundable Companies® program identifies startups that are truly the most investor-ready,” said Craig Everett, Executive Director of the Pepperdine Private Capital Markets Project and Most Fundable Companies® program. “Our proprietary methodology mirrors the diligence process used by angel investors and venture capitalists, giving the winners credibility and visibility with the investment community.”

Launched in 2018, the program invites all U.S.-based startups with annual revenues of less than $10 million to compete. Each company is evaluated based on its financial projections, market opportunity, intellectual property, competitive advantage, and management team strength. A distinguished panel of investors, venture advisors, and Pepperdine faculty reviewed submissions to identify the most fundable ventures.

“Out of thousands of startups nationwide, these 14 companies represent less than 1% of applicants and have demonstrated exceptional growth potential,” said Deborah Crown, Dean of Pepperdine Graziadio Business School. “Being recognized as a Most Fundable Company is more than just an honor; it signals to investors that these companies are positioned for long-term growth. We are proud to provide them with visibility, feedback, and a national platform to accelerate their journeys.”

2025 Pepperdine Graziadio Most Fundable Companies®:

- Avol, Inc. (Brooklyn, NY)

- Azure Printed Homes, Inc. (Los Angeles, CA)

- Butterfli Technologies, Inc. (Los Angeles, CA)

- City Twig, Inc. (Del Mar, CA)

- ECO2MIX, Inc. (Fresno, CA)

- Helix Earth Technologies, Inc. (Houston, TX)

- Ink'd Greetings, Inc. (Phoenix, AZ)

- Mela Vitamins, Inc. (Playa Del Rey, CA)

- Microvascular Therapeutics, Inc. (Tucson, AZ)

- PVpallet, Inc. (Montrose, IA)

- Scarlet by RedDrop (RedDrop, Inc.) (Compton, CA)

- Siren Biotechnology, Inc. (San Francisco, CA)

- Somnair, Inc. (Baltimore, MD)

- Space Phoenix Systems, Inc. (Baltimore, MD)

The winners were celebrated at a special unveiling event at Pepperdine University’s campus in Malibu, California, emceed by Craig Everett, MFC executive director. Speakers included leaders across finance, venture capital, entrepreneurship, and academia, such as David Feldman (Cerity Partners Ventures), Frank and Rockwood Foster (Gideon Hixon Fund), Stefan Gunnarsson (CEO, PropTexx and 2024 Most Fundable Companies® winner), Clemens Kownatzki (Pepperdine Graziadio), Shelley Miles (Singleton Foundation), Vince Monteparte (Graziadio alumnus and Board member), Cary Singleton (Singleton Foundation), and Amy Wood (Pepperdine Graziadio). They shared perspectives on scaling innovation, navigating capital markets, and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs.

This year marks the fifth consecutive year of the Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship serving as the program’s title sponsor. “We are proud to support the Pepperdine Graziadio Most Fundable Companies Showcase,” said Shelley Miles, CEO of the Singleton Foundation. “A key part of our mission is to inspire entrepreneurship, and all of the companies that qualify for the showcase through their accomplishments are inspiring to us all.”

To learn more about the winners, visit the 2025 Most Fundable Companies webpage.

Disclaimers: The Pepperdine Graziadio Most Fundable Companies List does not represent an offer to sell securities. It does not constitute investment advice, nor is it an endorsement of any product or service. Pepperdine University is not a broker-dealer and does not perform services provided by a broker-dealer, including but not limited to any financial or investment advising.

About Pepperdine University Graziadio Business School

For more than 50 years, the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School has challenged individuals to think boldly and drive meaningful change within their industries and communities. Offering a comprehensive range of BSM, MBA, MS, executive, and doctoral degree programs grounded in integrity, innovation, and entrepreneurship, the Graziadio School advances experiential learning through small classes with distinguished faculty that stimulate critical thinking and meaningful connection. Students and working professionals are inspired to realize their greatest potential as values-centered leaders. Follow Pepperdine Graziadio on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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