1st PLACE

Fuel: Dynamic air-circulation + cushioning system addressing foot microclimate, moisture, and fatigue for runners.

2nd PLACE

VersaRise: AI-enabled assessment + footwear solutions for people with leg length discrepancy (LLD), improving comfort and balance.

3rd PLACE

ThermoStep: Batteryless underfoot climate control powered by ionic hydrogels and body heat — no charging, continuous comfort.

Skiply: AI-driven returns intelligence that recovers lost insights, materials, and revenue in the returns ecosystem.

Alchemy: Performance footwear engineered specifically for the biomechanical needs of pregnant and postpartum women.

Sneaksmith: A hands-on, creative shoe-building adventure for kids — turning footwear shopping into

meaningful, imaginative play.

Datch: Mono-material thermoformed whole-shoe manufacturing system reducing labor, tooling, components, and environmental impact.

SneakPeek: AI-driven, real-time defect detection for factories and brands — transforming quality control into live operational intelligence.