AIM North America and Wright State University welcomed 12 interdisciplinary teams comprised of nearly 100 students to tackle the challenges of building resilient food and pharmaceutical supply chains. ​

​The event featured three training sessions on automatic identification and data capture technologies, standards, labeling design, hardware, software, GS1 Digital Link, EPCIS, plus innovation coaching, mentoring and networking with dedicated industry experts from Avery Dennison, GS1 US, BlueStar, NOVEXX Solutions, BarTender, TSC Printronix, Mojix, and AIS.

Special Guest and Surprise Message

​The hackathon kicked off with an inspirational message from Frank Yiannas, Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, U.S. FDA along with a visit from U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown’s Legislative Staff member, Pancho Rivera. 

Pancho Rivera, Legislative Staff for U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown; Dr. Michael L. Raymer, Interim Chair Computer Science and Engineering, WSU; and Jeanne Duckett, Avery Dennison and lead hackathon designer and AIM North America chair

“The event showcases the importance of innovation to our economy and our everyday life. The pandemic adds urgency to that message, as innovation will be a key driver of economic recovery,” said Mary Lou Bosco, CEO, AIM North America.

Competition Winners

A panel of judges from industry and academia evaluated submissions based on level of innovation, real-world impact, and execution. Entries ranged from freshman to graduate students. Award winners shared $6,000 in prizes.

​“The teams participating in this event were very driven to achieve their visions,” shared Jeanne Duckett from Avery Dennison, lead hackathon designer and AIM North America chair, “The results were impressive and provide an excellent example of what is possible when people with the right mix of skills come together and work hard toward a common goal.” 

First Place Team Winners: Ean Hatfield, Braden Pennie, Kalen Tullis & Ryan Miller

Second Place Team Winners: Joseph Sodergren, Derrick Thompson, Ethan Thompson & Liam Williams-Henninger

Third Place Team Winners: Mason McDaniel, Nicole Pililyan, Regin Potter & Anmol Saini

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