Veteran Duo Wins Record-Breaking $150K as Warrior Rising Awards $300K to Empower Veteran Entrepreneurs
This year’s Stand Up for Startups Business Shower in Salt Lake City was nothing short of monumental. As Warrior Rising’s biggest annual event, it brought together veterans, supporters, and sponsors for an unforgettable evening celebrating veteran entrepreneurship. In total, $300,000 in grants was awarded to the veteran entrepreneurs who took the stage—marking a record-breaking milestone for Warrior Rising.
MyHome, led by Gabe and Lindsay Chrismon, claimed the first-place prize of $150,000, the largest grant ever awarded at this event. Their innovative business, which provides streamlined property management solutions, is set to achieve incredible growth with this life-changing support.
Second-place honors went to Maryam Khazraee, founder of RxPharmacist, a business dedicated to empowering aspiring pharmacists with educational resources. Maryam received $50,000 to fuel her company’s mission.
”What an incredible weekend. We are honored to be a part of such an incredible organization with such an important mission!
MyHomeGabe & Lindsay Chrismon
In third place, David Spencer, the founder of Curate Labs, earned $50,000 for his cutting-edge solutions designed to streamline business processes and enhance efficiency.
Beyond the grants, the evening was a testament to resilience, innovation, and the spirit of veteran entrepreneurship. The veterans shared their personal stories and business visions, inspiring an audience of over 2,500 at the Eccles Theater—a record turnout.
As Warrior Rising approaches its 10th anniversary in 2025, this event stands as a shining example of the impact we aim to create. It’s not just about grants; it’s about building a community, fostering opportunity, and empowering veterans to lead in business and beyond.
Congratulations to all the winners and participants who continue to embody the Warrior Rising mission of “empowering veterans to create sustainable businesses.”
About Warrior Rising
Founded in 2015, Warrior Rising is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to transforming veterans into successful entrepreneurs. The organization provides veterans with the tools, mentorship, and resources they need to launch and grow their businesses. Warrior Rising has helped create and fund over 100 veteran-owned businesses, and since inception, has assisted more than 30,000 with is programs, and continues to expand its impact through its innovative Veteran Business Showers. For more information about Warrior Rising and its initiatives, please visit our website at: www.WarriorRising.org and connect with us on Linkedin and check out some amazing stories on our Youtube Channel.
