Relive the excitement and see our pitch in action: Watch the CoCreate 2025 Recap
Click here for the 1-minute recap of Safely's pitch.
What began as a college class project at The University of Texas came full circle this year when Safely pitched on a global stage at Alibaba’s CoCreate Pitch 2025.
Out of 25,000+ applicants, we were honored to be named one of just 70 semifinalists and then advanced to the final 20 companies who pitched live at the CoCreate Finals.
Pitching to Star Judges
Our co-founders Ashley Raymond (CEO) and Meagan Doyle (CMO) stepped on stage with our beloved pink skeleton mascot Pinky to share Safely’s vision for a safer tomorrow.
They presented to an all-star panel of judges: Lori Greiner, Simu Liu, Everette Taylor, and Stephanie Mehta, with Daymond John as emcee.
A Full Circle Moment
This experience meant more than a pitch. When our team first met at UT Austin, our class assignment was to create a business idea and pitch it Shark Tank style. Our professor played the role of a “Shark,” and we chose Lori Greiner as the judge we wanted to impress.
Years later we stood on a real stage pitching to Lori herself, and as the ultimate bonus she asked to keep the Sidekick. It was the perfect full circle moment.
Watch the Recap
Relive the excitement and see our pitch in action: Watch the CoCreate 2025 Recap
We are grateful for every supporter who has helped our team grow from college students into the founders of a nationally recognized brand making personal safety approachable and empowering. This milestone is just the beginning and we are thankful to have you as part of our journey.
