Civic Dollars
GovTech / Civic TechCivic Dollars is a community currency platform that rewards users with digital dollars for time spent in geo-fenced outdoor spaces such as parks and beaches, incentivizing active and healthy lifestyles. Founded in Northern Ireland and now operating in Myrtle Beach as part of the city's Smart Cities Living Lab program, the platform allows users to redeem rewards at local businesses or donate credits to community groups and charities.
EcoActivators Waste Lens
CleanTechEcoActivators (dba Waste Lens™) is an agentic AI-native platform headquartered in Myrtle Beach, SC that provides turnkey last-mile waste diversion infrastructure for cities, routing household trash — including food waste, textiles, and hard-to-recycle materials — into circular and commerce markets. The platform uses AI agents, vision technology, and a partner network to automate resident behavior and help municipalities achieve zero-waste goals without adding SaaS management burden.
iTATU
Entertainment TechiTATU is the world's first automated temporary airbrush tattoo and face-painting kiosk, designed for live events, resorts, and destinations, delivering body art in under 30 seconds with no staff required. Based in Myrtle Beach, SC, the company blends fan engagement, sponsorship activation, and data capture into a scalable platform it calls TAT-Vertising™, targeting venues across the U.S. and beyond.
Physicians First Bancorp
FinTechPhysicians First Bancorp (PFBI) is a physician-owned bank holding company that applies the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) ownership model to financial institution ownership, enabling physicians to collectively own and benefit from a bank tailored to their professional needs. The company offers practice banking, private banking, treasury services, loans, insurance products, and investment services specifically designed for orthopedic and MSK physicians nationwide.
WhiteFlag
HealthTechWhiteFlag App Inc. is a free, anonymous peer-to-peer mental health app that instantly connects users with others who have faced similar mental health struggles, offering 24/7 customized support without requiring professional credentials. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Myrtle Beach, SC, the platform has surpassed 200,000 users, 150,000 downloads, and facilitates over 100,000 messages of support monthly.