If you’ve been watching Go Fund Yourself this season, you already know: nothing hits quite like Thursday nights on Cheddar TV. It’s the only show where real companies, real investors, and real stakes collide with full-throttle entertainment, and Season 4, Episode 3 brought two wildly different, wildly compelling startups to the table.
One is reimagining the future of power distribution with tech that sounds almost sci-fi. The other is reinventing how wine is experienced, bringing discovery, culture, and a little bit of indulgence into one unforgettable (and self-guided) sip.
And as always, they pitched in front of the show’s powerhouse lineup of Titans, a dream team of operators turned mentors who’ve built category-defining companies from scratch. For founders, the exposure alone can change everything. The mentorship? Even more valuable. And the chance at funding? Well… that’s the real electric spark that makes Go Fund Yourself a fan favorite.
Time to get into each of the companies.
VoltFMP: The Future of High-Efficiency Power Is Here, and Yes, It’s Called “Digital Electricity”
This week’s first pitcher, VoltFMP Inc., is more than a startup — it’s a signal flare for the future of how buildings, cities, and data centers move energy.
VoltFMP develops fault-managed power, also known as Digital Electricity, which is essentially a safer, smarter, more efficient way to distribute energy through large-scale infrastructure. For anyone who’s ever looked at an electrical room and wondered, “How is this still the standard?” — VoltFMP is answering that question with a system that reduces risks, improves control, and drastically cuts inefficiencies.
But what makes VoltFMP especially compelling is not just their tech — it’s their strategic partnership model. They’re combining innovation with a scalable network that can transform power distribution at the enterprise level. Think data centers, airports, hospitals, smart buildings, and urban grids. This isn’t a gadget… It’s the kind of foundational technology that reshapes entire industries.
They stepped in front of the Titans to pitch why Digital Electricity is the next major shift in infrastructure and why now is the moment to fund it.
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Embarc Wines: A Self-Guided Wine Bar for the Curious, the Casual, and the Connoisseur
On the opposite end of the innovation spectrum, but equally buzz-worthy, comes Embarc Wines, a self-guided wine bar in San Francisco that’s redefining how people discover and enjoy wine.
Imagine walking into a stylish tasting lounge, grabbing an “Embarc Card,” and then exploring over 80 wines from around the world, pouring exactly what you want, when you want, without the pressure of a sommelier hovering at your elbow.
This is wine tasting rewritten for modern consumers — experiential, tech-enabled, and rooted in pure curiosity. Whether you’re a Napa collector or a “just give me something I can pronounce” adventurer, Embarc’s model delivers discovery at your own pace… with vibes instead of pretension.
The result? A concept that’s not only thriving locally but primed for national expansion.
They stepped onto the Go Fund Yourself stage to make the case for why their self-guided wine model is the next big thing in hospitality, and why a little investment could uncork a very big future.
Curious about investing? Check here.
Why GFY Matters: Mentorship, Momentum, and Massive Opportunity
What makes Go Fund Yourself different from every other pitch show is the heart behind it. The Titans don’t just judge — they mentor. They partner. They push founders to refine their story, rethink their numbers, or see an opportunity they missed.
And the exposure? It’s unmatched. Founders regularly walk away from the show with investor interest, strategic advisors, customers, and brand acceleration that would cost hundreds of thousands in marketing dollars.
For startups like VoltFMP and Embarc Wines, this isn’t just TV. It’s momentum.
Want more? You can watch episodes and replays here or apply to be on the show.
Spencer Hulse is the Editorial Director at Grit Daily. He is responsible for overseeing other editors and writers, day-to-day operations, and covering breaking news.
