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<\/p>\nBROWNSVILLE, TEXAS \u2013 Today, the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) announced the finalists for the third annual StartUp Texas Pitch Summit, taking place Thursday, June 16th, 2022. The seed fund and accelerator program are part of BCIC\u2019s continuous efforts to develop an open and inclusive ecosystem of entrepreneurship in Brownsville and the Greater Rio Grande Valley.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re excited to finally showcase the entrepreneurs and businesses that make our community unique,\u201d says Nathan Burkhart, Director of Business Development. \u201cThe best way to create local jobs is to invest in scalable ventures with the potential for commercialization right here in our own backyard. This event both provides access to capital to the winning venture and validates the investment potential the Rio Grande Valley has.\u201d<\/p>\n
This year, the competition will allow finalists to present their businesses live and in person, to a prominent judging panel and audience made up of industry leaders, corporate, angel, and venture investors. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, the first two iterations of the event were done virtually. Judges will select the winning venture to receive $25,000 in seed funding. Applications for the program closed on May 31st with close to 30 applications submitted for consideration.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe have so many talented entrepreneurs in our region, as well as international ventures looking to enter the U.S. Market through our soft-landing designation within the eBridge Center,\u201d says Cori Pe\u00f1a, incoming President & CEO for BCIC. \u201cWe\u2019ve received 28 applications and they were all great ideas; our judges are going to be very challenged in narrowing it down to one finalist and that\u2019s what makes all of this so exciting.\u201d<\/p>\n
The StartUp Texas Pitch Summit is scheduled for Thursday, June 16, 2022, and will be held at Texas Southmost College SET B Lecture Hall. The event will kick off with a networking Happy Hour at 5 PM, followed by the Pitch Summit and an opportunity to meet with the presenting entrepreneurs. The pitch portion of the event will begin promptly at 6:30 PM.<\/p>\n
Aetherworks, LLC \u2013 Brownsville, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n Utilizing direct air carbon capture technology to reduce the total C02 emissions on earth, as well as directly serve mid-size and large indoor farms.<\/p>\n Eido Innova \u2013 Chihuahua, MX<\/strong><\/p>\n Utilizing patented technology, developers of a glucose measurement device for diabetic patients.<\/p>\n Embedded \u2013 Brownsville, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n Creators of fitted bedsheets using wireless RFID technology to create a comfortable, non- invasive solution for elderly patient monitoring.<\/p>\n iAG Technologies \u2013 Brownsville, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n Developers of efficient systems that allow for high crop yields and quality output for sustainable micro farming.<\/p>\n iBed by APYCO \u2013 Mexico City, MX<\/strong><\/p>\n Creators of innovative platform technology and new therapeutic systems for elderly patients.<\/p>\n SilverWarp \u2013 New Jersey, USA<\/strong><\/p>\n Disrupters in the Moto-E Racing world, creating an all-electric race-ready motorcycle that pushes the limits of generative design, additive manufacturing, and rider performance.<\/p>\n TXQ Rubs \u2013 Brownsville, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n Creators of superior seasonings and rubs specialized for individual proteins, representing the flavors and traditions of every unique region in Texas.<\/p>\n Valley Tire Recycling \u2013 Brownsville, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n Converting end-of-life tires into reusable raw materials for various industries and manufacturers, while creating sustainable products through collection, remediation, and recycling services.<\/p>\n WITBA \u2013 Mexico City, MX<\/strong><\/p>\n Developers of high quality, sustainable, zero CO2 emission, steam cleaning technology solutions for oil wells at 10x the rate of existing industry leaders.<\/p>\n