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Artifcts, the digital platform that helps people preserve and share meaningful memories and stories behind personal treasures, today announced it has become a member of the New Hampshire Tech Alliance, a statewide organization dedicated to nurturing a vibrant technology ecosystem by building partnerships, enhancing knowledge, and shaping public policy across the Granite State.  

As a new member of the Alliance, Artifcts will join more than 250 companies working to accelerate innovation, expand networking opportunities, and advance the tech industry in New Hampshire. Membership provides access to exclusive events, educational programming, advocacy initiatives, and connections with key technology leaders, decision-makers, and partners throughout the state.  

“We are thrilled to join the New Hampshire Tech Alliance and be part of a community that is driving forward the state’s tech ecosystem,” said Heather Nickerson, CEO of Artifcts. “Having such a powerful resource in our backyard is an incredible opportunity for our team. We look forward to participating in future events, collaborating with other members, and contributing to the growth and success of technology innovation here in New Hampshire.” 

Artifcts’ membership in the Alliance reflects the company’s commitment to engaging with local technology leaders, fostering meaningful partnerships, and supporting the broader innovation community in the region. 

For more information about Artifcts.com and its work within the New Hampshire tech community, please visit www.Artifcts.com. 

About Artifcts.com 
Artifcts is a digital web- and mobile-based platform designed to help people of all ages capture, organize, and share the meaning behind the objects in their lives. By turning physical and digital items into stories, Artifcts helps individuals preserve memories, strengthen connections, and create a lasting legacy. 

About the New Hampshire Tech Alliance 
The New Hampshire Tech Alliance is a statewide technology association that supports companies at every stage of growth and development — from startups to established leaders in the global economy. The Alliance is committed to nurturing a vibrant tech ecosystem in New Hampshire by building partnerships, enhancing knowledge, and shaping public policy, all while promoting events, networking opportunities, and collaborative programs throughout the year. 

Seasoned technology executive, entrepreneur, and investor brings deep platform, security, and scale expertise to Artifcts’ next phase of growth 

6 February 2026 — Artifcts, the digital legacy platform helping people preserve what matters most, today announced that Matt Ramsey has joined the company as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and as a member of the Board of Directors. Ramsey steps into an executive leadership role overseeing the platform’s privacy and security technologies, hosting infrastructure, and product roadmap. 

Ramsey brings more than two decades of experience building, scaling, and securing technology platforms, along with a deeply personal connection to Artifcts’ mission. Prior to formally joining the team, Ramsey was already an active Artifcts user, with more than 350 Artifcts in his personal collection, and is now also an investor in the platform to help accelerate its growth and global impact. 

His commitment to Artifcts is rooted in family and legacy. Prior to the passing of his mother in the fall of 2025, Ramsey and his family had created more than 200 Artifcts together, capturing her life story and world travels—memories that would have otherwise been lost. 

“Artifcts isn’t just a product I believe in—it’s a platform my family relied on during one of the most meaningful and difficult moments of our lives,” said Ramsey. “The opportunity to help scale this technology, while protecting people’s most personal stories with the highest standards of privacy and security, is both professionally exciting and deeply personal.” 

Prior to Artifcts, Ramsey founded and bootstrapped Excivity, a technology company he successfully sold to a private equity firm in 2020. He then joined the executive team of the acquiring platform, BlueHalo, where he played a key leadership role during a period of rapid growth that included 21 acquisitions over five years. BlueHalo ultimately merged into a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: AVAV) in 2025. 

Following the transaction, Ramsey remained on the executive team to complete multiple integration cycles, finalize Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, and begin the integration of heritage systems to achieve Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. After completing his second exit, Ramsey shifted focus toward passion-driven work, including AgeTech innovation, philanthropy, and creating what he calls lasting “Legacy Effects.” 

Matt holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech and completed an Executive Entrepreneurship program at Babson College. He is an active member of the Post Exit Founders (PEF) community, NextGen Venture Partners, and serves as a mentor to early-stage technology startups. 

With Ramsey as CTO, Artifcts strengthens its leadership team at a pivotal moment as the company continues to scale its platform, enhance enterprise-grade security and privacy, and expand access to digital legacy preservation worldwide. 

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Artifcts, the award-winning digital platform that helps people capture and share the stories behind the things that matter most, is proud to announce a new partnership with Dementia Friendly America (DFA), a national movement dedicated to ensuring that people living with dementia and their care partners can live, engage, and thrive in community with dignity and support.  

This collaboration brings Artifcts’ storytelling platform into Dementia Friendsgiving, a unique celebration hosted by DFA that honors connection, creativity, and inclusion for individuals and families navigating the dementia journey. Through this partnership, attendees are invited to contribute meaningful digital Artifcts — photos, objects, stories, memories, and symbols — to the Dementia Friendsgiving “potluck,” creating a shared online tapestry of significance and compassion.  

“Artifcts makes it easy to document what an item is, why it matters, and what should happen to it next,” says Heather Nickerson, CEO and Founder of Artifcts. “Partnering with Dementia Friendly America allows us to help amplify voices, memories, and connections in ways that celebrate each person’s unique story and foster understanding across communities.”  

Dementia Friendly America’s mission is to increase dementia awareness, reduce stigma, and provide resources and support that enable communities across the United States to be welcoming and supportive for people living with dementia and their care partners.  

By inviting participants to create public Artifcts tagged #DementiaFriendsgiving2025, Artifcts and DFA are encouraging individuals and organizations alike to contribute Artifcts that represent their personal or professional experiences with the dementia-friendly movement — from cherished memories to resources and best practices that promote inclusion, respect, and connection.  

“Celebrations like Dementia Friendsgiving remind us that everyone has a story worth sharing,” said Mary Ek, Director of Dementia Friendly America. “We’re grateful to partner with Artifcts to create an accessible, meaningful way for communities to engage, learn, and grow together.”  

About Artifcts 
Artifcts is a digital web- and mobile-based platform designed to help people of all ages capture, organize, and share the meaning behind the objects in their lives. By turning physical and digital items into stories, Artifcts helps individuals preserve memories, strengthen connections, and create a lasting legacy. 

About Dementia Friendly America 
Dementia Friendly America (DFA) is a national network of communities, organizations, and individuals sharing the vision of an America where people living with dementia and their care partners can live, engage, and thrive in community. DFA offers education, resources, and support to help communities become more inclusive and dementia aware. 

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