As Rice University prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025 at commencement May 9-10, Rice News is spotlighting a collection of standout seniors.
Tyler Strothman, a former track and field athlete who is majoring in sport management, turned a personal challenge into a growing business. After dealing with foot pain from traditional running shoes, he launched Veloci, a performance running shoe brand designed with real runners in mind. Combining a vision shaped by his experience as a student-athlete, guidance from Rice faculty and hands-on learning opportunities, Strothman built the company from the ground up starting in his garage, proving that with the right support and determination a big idea can go the distance.
Video by Brandon Martin.