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Trustie Wins Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition, Secures $15K to Further Its Mission of Empowering Parents to Legally Protect Their Children – PRWire

Boston, MA, April 24, 2024 – Trustie, a pioneering legal tech startup dedicated to helping all parents legally protect their children through guardianship designation, proudly announces its first place win in Suffolk University’s Center for Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition. With an innovative platform that empowers parents to easily protect their children’s future, Trustie emerged as the competition’s champion, securing a total of $15,000 in cash and in-kind services.

Trustie’s mission is rooted in the fundamental belief that every parent deserves accessible and affordable solutions to safeguard their children’s future. Founded by Allie Ott, a Suffolk University Law School student, Trustie was born out of personal experience and a deep understanding of the challenges busy parents face in navigating the complex world of estate planning. Inspired by her own journey as a new parent, Allie set out to revolutionize the process. By offering parents the ability to simply take the first step, starting with designating a legal guardian for their children, Trustie aims to make the process more manageable and stress-free for families everywhere.

As the competition’s winner, Trustie received $10,000 in cash, coupled with $5,000 worth of legal services from Foley & Lardner, a leading law firm. This financial and legal support will enable Trustie to accelerate its growth, reach more families, and continue innovating to meet the evolving needs of busy parents.

“We are thrilled and honored to win the Suffolk University Sawyer Business School Pitch Competition. This win not only validates our unwavering belief in Trustie’s mission but also underscores the urgent need for accessible and affordable legal solutions for all parents,” said Allie Ott. “With the support of our industry-leading advisors, including Julia Rodgers of HelloPrenup, Suffolk University Center for Entrepreneurship, Foley & Lardner, and our dedicated customers, we are excited to continue our journey of helping parents across the country more easily and affordably protect their children through guardianship.”

Trustie’s innovative platform enables parents to designate a legal guardian for their children within minutes, from the comfort of their own homes, without hiring an attorney or navigating their finances. By streamlining this critical aspect of estate planning, Trustie ensures that parents can rest assured knowing their wishes will be legally recognized and honored in unforeseen circumstances. Currently serving parents in Massachusetts, Trustie has plans for nationwide expansion, ensuring that every family can protect their most precious asset: their children.

“Having had the privilege of mentoring Allie Ott for the Suffolk University pitch competition, I am immensely proud of her and the business she is building,” said Julia Rodgers, CEO & Founder of HelloPrenup. “I have no doubt that Allie will utilize this prize to propel Trustie to new heights, and I am excited to continue supporting her journey.”

For more information about Trustie and its mission to empower parents, please visit Trustie’s website.

Media Contact:

Allie Ott 

hello@mytrustie.com

(978) 505 – 8810

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Dedicated to giving parents peace of mind, Trustie’s mission is to help more parents legally protect their kids, starting with guardianship designation.  By providing an affordable way for parents to designate a legal guardian for their children within minutes, from the comfort of their own home, Trustie empowers all parents to legally protect their kid’s future. With Trustie, parents can gain peace of mind knowing that their wishes will be legally recognized and honored in unforeseen circumstances. Currently serving parents in Massachusetts, Trustie plans to expand its reach to families across the nation, ensuring that every parent can access the essential legal protection and support they deserve.

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