4 New Startups Join Prototype Prime

PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA — Four new startups have joined Prototype Prime, Peachtree Corners' city-backed incubator for new and emerging businesses in the tech space.

Under a new city ordinance, any new business in one of Peachtree Corners' incubator spaces is exempt from paying business fees to the city for three years or until their gross profits exceed $1 million.

The startups, which were issued their business licenses on Friday, are:

• The Flow Marketplace: The Flow is a community-driven website for outdoor sports and activities. Members have access to a marketplace, events, reviews and original content. "For mepersonally, (being issued a free business license) is one of the many benefits of working in Peachtree Corners," said Flow CEO Jonathan Fountain. Receiving the business license is "a great first step" for him and the company, he said.
• Stooge: Stooge is a mobile app that lets event organizers engage with their audience throughout the event’s life cycle. Being awarded a free business license "converts your project into a real business," said Stooge CEO Aly Hussaini. "Having those resources and commitment from Peachtree Corners lets you know that everyoneis on board, from mentoring to providing you resources that help you succeed."
• Drinkably: Drinkably is a safe-water advocacy and consulting group focused on point-of-use testing and data monitoring for homeowners and businesses. "Having a home at P2 and with the city of Peachtree Corners is extremely advantageous as a first time entrepreneur," said co-founder and CEO Shannon Evanchec.
• Synapse: Synapse energy drink is a naturally derived herbal supplement offering "brilliance on demand." "It’s nice to be in a city and a workspace that is as devoted to our success as we are," said Synapse CEO Brandon Hall.

Prototype Prime is a nonprofit hardware and software startup incubator. The multifaceted building houses a design and development lab with two 3-D printers and is home to multiple startups — from single founders to growing teams. (SIGN UP: Get Patch's Daily Newsletter and Real Time News Alerts. Or, if you have an iPhone, download the free Patch app.)

The facility also boasts a podcast room and event space, which are both available for rent. The space will celebrate its first anniversary on Oct. 26. Those interested in attending may RSVP at Prototype Prime's website.

File photo courtesy City of Peachtree Corners