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Join innovators from NC State and beyond for this Shark Tank-inspired event every fall. Students will pitch their business concepts to a panel of live judges and the audience, followed by questions.

Ventures of all organizational types, sizes and stages are welcome at Wolf Den.

Join us for Wolf Den on Friday, November 14 2025 at 5:30 P.M. in Talley Student Union.

Timeline of the Evening

  • 5:30 P.M. | Check-in and hors d’oeuvres
  • 6:00 P.M. | Pitch competition
  • 6:40 P.M. | Closing remarks and award presentation

2025 Student Team Finalists

Aegis Medical

Aegis Medical is a student-led initiative advancing a novel specimen retrieval device that integrates specimen compression to reduce extraction force and incision size, thereby enhancing efficiency, safety, and precision in minimally invasive surgical procedures. The initiative is advancing toward commercialization through interdisciplinary research, prototyping, and clinician-guided testing.

Colvida

Colvida is developing a next-generation fecal management system (FMS) designed to form-fit to each patient, preventing leaks and reducing hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs), improving patient outcomes, and reducing hospital costs.

EnviraCell

Enviracell is an eco-friendly, lithium-free battery redefining power for a safer and more sustainable future.

Forest Found

Forest Found produces and will begin selling its product, Bye Bye Bite, in March 2026. Bye Bye Bite is a plant-based insect bite relief for young adults aged 19-25 and the parents of young children and their families to enjoy the outdoors.

KAIRS

KAIRS aims to revolutionize orthopedic rehabilitation by making it more accessible, personalized and affordable using AI.

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Student Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovation at Wolf Den

Read about 2024’s Wolf Den competitors, where five student teams competed for $5,000 and further new venture guidance.