32 - Engineering Student Entrepreneur Creates the “Keurig for Food”

Scott Massey was a student in Mechanical Engineering Technology when he had an idea to help people more efficiently grow their own vegetables. His internships working with NASA and building low income housing had taught him about hydroponic food production and the need for healthy vegetables when they’re otherwise unavailable. So he and another student started their company - Heliponix - while they were still in college. Today the company has 5 employees, some outside investors, and big vision. If you’ve heard negative commentary on this nation’s crop of 20-somethings, Mr. Massey will make you think otherwise. They’re doing some cool stuff with technology, and they might just change food production and consumption habits.