Our Team

Chad Hardaway

Executive Director

In addition to his Incubator role, Chad serves as the Deputy Director for the University of South Carolina’s Office of Economic Engagement and the TCO Director. Chad guides the Incubator’s relationship with UofSC and provides mentorship to Incubator companies by teaching strategic and operational planning, business development, and investor management.

Tripp Kirkland

Finance and Operations

Tripp is a recent graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Finance. He is interested in commercial real estate and hopes to pursue a career in property development.