by The ASCEND Collective | Nov 2, 2025 | Blog
Every time the words “government shutdown” start trending, a familiar ripple of anxiety runs through our military communities. Behind the headlines and political debates are the real people who serve — and their families — who quietly brace for uncertainty. For many...
by The ASCEND Collective | Nov 2, 2025 | Blog
This month, we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Navy — a legacy built on courage, service, and sacrifice. For our Founder, Robyn Grable, who proudly wore the uniform for nine years, this milestone fills her with deep gratitude and reflection. Once a...
by Nila Thompson | Oct 13, 2025 | Blog
Every founder starts with a spark — an idea, a problem to solve, a dream that feels too big to ignore. But here’s the truth: if you don’t know your “why,” the spark will fade long before the journey gets easier. At Founders ASCEND, we meet entrepreneurs at every...
by Nila Thompson | Sep 18, 2025 | Blog
This week, Uber was hit with a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice alleging disability discrimination. Riders with service animals or wheelchairs reported being refused rides or charged extra fees — clear violations of the ADA and a reminder that accessibility...
by Nila Thompson | Sep 15, 2025 | Blog
Lately, the headlines have been heavy: violence in our streets, temperatures pushing near-boil, and a collective anxiety that seems to simmer just below the surface of daily life. In moments like these, it feels as though we’ve entered what I’d call a snap mindset....
by Nila Thompson | Sep 10, 2025 | Blog
September 11, 2001, is a day forever etched into our nation’s memory. On its 24th anniversary, we pause not only to remember those we lost and the families forever changed, but also to honor the men and women who chose to serve in its aftermath. For many veterans,...
