About Skanz

Skanz was founded in May 2021 as a platform to manage QR codes on temporary tattoos.

Then it evolved.

Skanz is a growing digital networking platform that enables connections betweeen individuals and businesses utilizing QR code technology, event hosting, and information management.

Meet the founder

Madeline Lockhart is a PhD student in Nuclear Engineering at North Carolina State University. Her experience in academia as a student had a significant influence on her decision to start Skanz and its functional design. The population without business cards and with the greatest need to connect are students. She has a passion for science communication and a desire to create tools and spread ideas that promote efficiency, accessibility, and convenience.

Her other interests include traveling, cooking, coffee, and crossfit.