Jay Hurt Hub Executive Director, Liz Brigham, Named as 2026 Rising Star by GrepBeat

GrepBeat’s “Rising Stars” recognizes exceptional individuals who have gone above and beyond to build and support North Carolina startup communities. We solicit nominations for Rising Stars from the GrepBeat community spanning all across the state. Honorees are selected by a panel of judges representing various organizations across the tech and startup ecosystem—and then celebrated at an in-person event.

By Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Davidson College

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DURHAM, NC – Feb. 8, 2026 – Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Davidson College is proud to announce that its Executive Director, Liz Brigham, has been named a 2026 Rising Star by GrepBeat. This prestigious recognition celebrates exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to building and supporting startup communities across North Carolina. Liz Brigham is one of only 10 honorees selected from nominations spanning the state, showcasing her